Podcast appearances and mentions of Larry Jacobs

In the aftermath of the shootings that left state Rep. Melissa Hortman dead and state Sen. John Hoffman injured, we spoke to several experts who called it part of the rise in political violence they have been observing for some time across the country. Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke again with two of those experts a year after the attacks on how this uptick in political violence has continued to unfold.Jillian Peterson is a professor at Hamline University and executive director of the Violence Prevention Project Research Center. Larry Jacobs is a political science professor at the University of Minnesota and founder of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance.

As this year's session ends in the Minnesota legislature, political scientist Larry Jacobs talks about the highlights and lowlights at the capitol and what changes are coming to the state next year. He also touches on the national issues including the impact of President Trump in local elections and the infighting within the democrat and republican parties.

As this year's session ends in the Minnesota legislature, political scientist Larry Jacobs talks about the highlights and lowlights at the capitol and what changes are coming to the state next year. He also touches on the national issues including the impact of President Trump in local elections and the infighting within the democrat and republican parties.

Congress is back from spring break this week and the U.S. Senate is expected to debate the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act or SAVE Act. The legislation, which already passed the U.S. House, would set new federal standards for voting, including a new requirement that voters have "documentary proof of citizenship" in order to vote. The bill also requires states to hand over voter data to the Department of Homeland Security. Democrats are firmly opposed. This SAVE Act is just the latest effort by President Trump to assert more control over elections, as he continuously claims falsely that the 2020 election was stolen from him.Joining Minnesota Now to explain the bill and where it stands is University of Minnesota political scientist Larry Jacobs.

Political scientist Dr Larry Jacobs joins Anthony Davis for a reality check on the state of America as Donald Trump seems hell bent on destroying the world with his own brand of incompetence, insanity and incoherence. From the firing of Pam Bondi, the Epstein problem to the abusive threats to Iran, how might this affect the midterms in November - only on The Weekend Show. MUDWTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% OFF your @MUDWTR with code WEEKEND at https://mudwtr.com Home Serve: Go to https://HomeServe.com to find the plan that's right for you and help protect your home systems Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Truth To Power, we bring you an important conversation in the face of the 2026 mid-term elections. On January 15th, 120 Oberlin College alumni and friends participated in a widely anticipated online program called "What is the Democratic Party?" Professor Larry Jacobs of the University of Minnesota served as moderator for an energetic conversation that featured Holly Fechner and John Lawrence, both of whom worked for Democratic members of Congress and have decades of experience working in politics. Comments by Holly and John reflected optimism for the Democrats to take control of the House, but they considered prospects for the Democrats to take the Senate to be not so promising but possible. Historical trends favoring the opposition party in midterm elections, the unpopularity of Trump, and negative perceptions of the economy are among the key factors now favoring the Democrats. Wildcards that could trip the Democrats include disenfranchisement of Democratic-leaning voters through redistricting, restricting mail-in and early voting options, and deployments of military and other security forces to intimidate voters. It was posited that the Democrats still needed to change their approach and widen their appeal across class lines, because of perceptions that the Party is too West/East Coastal, too old, and too beholden to donors and the educated elite. Alternatively, it was argued that the Democrats have been pursuing policies that advance the welfare of “regular” Americans by pursuing policy initiatives that address “affordability,” health care, educational opportunities, and the environment, but the Party's messaging can get sidetracked by “cultural” issues that are important, but are distracting to the general populace. To wit, the priority of selecting candidates who could win elections was illustrated by a quote from former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi who said that Democrats on the Hill would be merely resigned to having “a conversation” if they lacked majority control of the House. Panelists highlighted examples across America's history in which the forces of “illiberalism” were overcome, and they maintained that public protests are important to build solidarity and demonstrate the resilience of the opposition. Watch recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BE3WfkcWhg It is the civic duty of all adult U.S. citizens in Kentucky to vote in the Primary elections on Tuesday May 19th, including the Mayor's race, many Metro Council seats, Sheriff, County Clerk, County Attorney, and State Rep seats right here in Louisville. All Kentucky voters will also get to weigh in on who should replace Mitch McConnell in the U.S. Senate! Don't miss this opportunity! Find out where, when and how to vote, request an absentee ballot, and see a sample ballot so you can do your research on all the candidates at https://GoVote.Ky.gov On Truth to Power each week, we gather people from around the community to discuss the state of the world, the nation, the state, and the city! It's a community conversation like you won't hear anywhere else! Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://forwardradio.org

A growing number of Republicans are pressing for a deeper investigation into tactics of federal immigration agents in Minnesota after the killing of Alex Pretti over the weekend. Top leaders from DHS, ICE and Customs and Border Protection will testify before congress in two weeks after a hearing was called by several congressional Republicans. Democrats are also becoming louder and using stronger language in their opposition to ICE. MPR News host Nina Moini spoke with Larry Jacobs, founder and director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota, for some analysis on this political moment. Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.Subscribe to the Minnesota Now podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.We attempt to make transcripts for Minnesota Now available the next business day after a broadcast. When ready they will appear here.

Thanksgiving Week Opens with Weather Shifts and Industry Updates The AgNet News Hour begins with hosts Nick Papagni and Lorrie Boyer catching up on Thanksgiving plans, recent health challenges, and California's quick-changing weather patterns. Nick offers a detailed look at the pistachio sector, noting the industry's record-breaking 2025 harvest. He explains how growers are paid and how storage cycles work during heavy production years, all while acknowledging the ongoing strain of California's consistently elevated fuel prices. Inside the World of Larry Jacobs: Early Organic Leadership The program shifts into a full interview with Larry Jacobs of Jacobs Farm, one of California's most respected organic growers. Jacobs reflects on his early decision to distance himself from chemical pesticides and the growth of his farm across several coastal counties. Today, his operation produces a wide variety of herbs, vegetables, and specialty crops, benefitting from California's ideal climate while wrestling with the realities of farming in one of the most regulated states in the nation. Jacobs describes the constant balancing act: exceptional weather and yield potential on one side, and soaring labor costs, complex regulations, and operational challenges on the other. Labor Regulations, Cost Pressures, and the California Challenge A major theme throughout the conversation is the increasing difficulty of farming in California. Jacobs and the hosts discuss: Rising labor costs and shifting labor laws Regulatory obstacles that complicate planting, harvesting, and processing Water restrictions and the loss of high-quality farmland to development Reliance on consumer and retailer understanding of the cost and risk behind premium-quality produce Jacobs emphasizes that organic growers are navigating a system where they must comply with higher standards without always receiving higher margins, especially as the price gap between organic and conventional crops continues to narrow. Automation and Precision Tools: Innovation Meets Old Rules Jacobs highlights how automation, robotics, and precision agriculture tools are reshaping organic production. These technologies help reduce labor burdens, improve consistency, and lower long-term costs—making them essential for the next generation of farming. But outdated regulations remain a bottleneck. The hosts note the contradiction: California allows fully autonomous cars on public roads yet restricts autonomous tractors in empty fields. This mismatch, Jacobs argues, slows progress and places California growers at a competitive disadvantage. Sustainability: Soil Health, Organics, and the Future of Packaging Sustainability is another major pillar of Jacobs Farm. Jacobs discusses long-term investments in: Building soil health and organic matter Reducing reliance on plastics Testing new sustainable packaging materials Improving water use efficiency Expanding year-round herb production These practices align with increasing consumer interest in organic, healthy, environmentally responsible food — a trend Jacobs sees accelerating, particularly among younger families. USDA Citrus Purchase & Broader Industry Pressures The hosts also highlight the USDA's recent announcement of a $30 million citrus purchase, designed to stabilize markets and supply food banks nationwide. While it remains unclear how much of the buy will include California fruit, the program offers meaningful support to growers facing rising production costs and regulatory burdens. A Nationwide Equine Herpes Virus Outbreak Raises Alarms Toward the end of the show, Lorrie Boyer reports on a rapidly spreading equine herpes virus (EHV) outbreak traced back to events in Texas. Horses have since returned home to dozens of states, leading to nationwide biosecurity alerts. The virus causes severe neurological symptoms, often fatal, and states are now tightening protocols for cross-border movement. Closing Thoughts and Holiday Reflections The AgNet News Hour wraps with Thanksgiving plans, reminders about safe holiday travel, and excitement for upcoming recipes and family gatherings. The hosts thank listeners and encourage them to stay connected through AgNet West's digital platforms.

With a week to go before Minnesota's municipal elections, some voters are going to see some familiar faces on their ballots. Minneapolis and St. Paul mayors Jacob Frey and Melvin Carter are both vying for a third term. In 2026, Gov.Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are hoping to be elected to their positions for a third time, too. Why are we seeing so many Minnesota politicians running for third terms in office? The director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota, Larry Jacobs, joined Minnesota Now to explain.

#239: California organic farmer and Del Cabo cooperative founder Larry Jacobs returns to discuss why organic farming must remain firmly rooted in soil and not bend to allow hydroponics. Larry's proven commitment to integrity comes through via his role in a lawsuit against the USDA over the inclusion of hydroponics under the organic seal, as well as his efforts to educate his staff about the issues facing the organic movement, beyond their daily work.https://realorganicproject.org/larry-jacobs-lawsuit-labeling-organic-239The Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/directoryWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Friends:https://www.realorganicproject.org/real-organic-friends/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

Minnesota House Democratic Leader Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark were fatally shot at their home in Brooklyn Park early Saturday. A second Democratic lawmaker, state Sen. John Hoffman, and his wife Yvette, were also shot and wounded at their home in Champlin. Gov. Tim Walz said the shooting “appears to be a politically motivated assassination.” On Sunday, he pleaded for civility in American life. “This cannot be the norm,” he said. “It cannot be the way we deal with our political differences.”Angela Davis and her guests talk about how Minnesotans are processing the news, the history of political violence in the United States and how it's changing. Guests: Yohuru Williams is a distinguished university chair, professor of history and founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas. Larry Jacobs is a political scientist and founder and director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota. He is also the author of “Democracy Under Fire: Donald Trump and the Breaking of American History.”  Ryan Sabas, Mayor of Champlin, Minn.Steve Simon, Minnesota's Secretary of State.Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.     

On Tuesday at 4 p.m., some federal funding and grants provided to the state of Minnesota will be paused due to an executive order from President Donald Trump. Minnesota gets billions of dollars from the federal government, with a large portion of it going toward issues under health and human services, education and transportation, though not all of that funding is at risk. NPR is reporting that this funding freeze could be as short as a day. State agencies are trying to figure out exactly what this order means. This announcement from the Trump administration is just one of many that has unclear consequences and leaves a lot of questions on how it will impact Minnesotans. To help bring some context to the first week of the Trump presidency, Larry Jacobs, a political scientist and professor at the University of Minnesota joined Minnesota Now.

Professor Larry Jacobs from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs talks about the passing of former president Jimmy Carter and the impact he made on the country before during and after his time in office.

Now that Donald Trump is the president-elect and Republicans will have full control of Congress, President-elect Trump's government appointees and changes in congressional leadership will determine the policy direction of the incoming Congress and administration. Vin Weber and Trent Lefkowitz from Mercury Public Affairs will map out the new power centers in Washington DC in a conversation moderated by Larry Jacobs.

#197: Dave is joined by the founders of the del Cabo Collective, farmers Larry Jacobs and Sandra Belin. You'll hear about challenges small farmers around the world face today, due to unpredictable weather, changing consumer demands, and rapid consolidation in the marketplace. The strengths of biological controls, often overshadowed by chemical products, are also discussed. Longtime organic farmers Larry Jacobs and Sandra Belin founded the del Cabo Collective of Baja, Mexico in 1985, In addition to thier work creating a ready market for organic vegetables in the US that would support an entire farming community in Baja, they are also known for their expertise with biocontrols that manage pest and disease pressure without the use of chemical applications. https://www.jacobsfarmdelcabo.com/To watch a video version of this podcast please visit:https://realorganicproject.org/larry-jacobs-sandra-belin-organic-supply-chains-integrity-episode-one-hundred-ninety-sevenThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Fans!https://www.realorganicproject.org/1000-real-fans/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

Larry Jacobs interviews school psychologist and consultant/expert on school climate and SEL, Dr Howie Knoff, Howie is the President of Project ACHIEVE Educational Solutionsbased in Fort Myers, Florida. and  has been awarded almost $50 million dollars during his career including FIVE five-year $5 Million U.S. Department of Education School Climate Transformation Grants.

Larry Jacobs interviews school psychologist and consultant/expert on school climate and SEL, Dr Howie Knoff, Howie is the President of Project ACHIEVE Educational Solutionsbased in Fort Myers, Florida. and  has been awarded almost $50 million dollars during his career including FIVE five-year $5 Million U.S. Department of Education School Climate Transformation Grants.

Today, Larry Jacobs talks about energizing career pathways with Lisa Richardson of Catalyze and Loreal Ivory, former New Orleans educator and now a success coach at Next Level NOLA, a Catalyze grantee. Catalyze drives innovation in career-connected learning through agile grantmaking, next-generation learning and transformative storytelling — the initiative is a collaborative funding initiative with a mission to enable all young people in the United States to find their purpose and achieve fulfilling careers.

Today, Larry Jacobs talks about energizing career pathways with Lisa Richardson of Catalyze and Loreal Ivory, former New Orleans educator and now a success coach at Next Level NOLA, a Catalyze grantee. Catalyze drives innovation in career-connected learning through agile grantmaking, next-generation learning and transformative storytelling — the initiative is a collaborative funding initiative with a mission to enable all young people in the United States to find their purpose and achieve fulfilling careers.

Larry Jacobs Ph.D., is the Walter F. and Joan Mondale Chair for Political Studies and director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance in the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute and Department of Political Science from the University of Minnesota joined Tom Hauser to chat about what we can expect as far as talking points and strategy from each candidate in tonight's 2024 Vice Presidential debate!

After much deliberation, Vice President Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate on Tuesday. The two debuted together later that evening at a joint rally in Pennsylvania. Walz, who's nearing the end of his second term as Minnesota's governor, describes himself as moderate. But during his time in office, he's signed some major progressive legislation into law, like protecting access to abortion and gender-affirming care, expanding gun control, and guaranteeing paid family leave. Larry Jacobs, director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota, explains what Walz brings to the Democratic ticket.And in headlines: Hamas named the architect of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel as its new leader, stock markets rebounded after multiple days of losses, and Team USA's Gabby Thomas took home her first gold medal with a win in the women's 200-meter race. Show Notes:Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

On this episode of Wedge Save America: After their department earned an unprecedented double consent decree, the Minneapolis police union earns a historically large 21.7% pay increase as part of their new contract; the plan to add an additional elected member/crackpot to the Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation dies at the Charter Commission; Taylor Dahlin joins us to talk about becoming a vacant building activist; President Biden gives way to Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for president in 2024; Senior political analyst Josh Martin auditions to replace Larry Jacobs in a classic meme. Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

We've seen and heard the fallout from a contentious presidential candidate debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump Thursday night and we've learned about a slew of U.S. Supreme Court decisions in the last week. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with legal and political analysts about the importance of the recent and upcoming decisions, and their thoughts about this November's presidential election.Guests:Patrick Schmidt is a professor of political science and co-director of legal studies at Macalester College.Larry Jacobs is a professor and director of The Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota.Brian Bakst is the politics editor for MPR News.Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.  

Finding common ground in Washington is rare and urgent. Rob Portman has a record of passing more than 200 bills that were signed into law by Presidents Obama, Trump, and Biden. His leadership is exemplified by the 2021 infrastructure bill that builds an economic lifeline to the future, support to defend Ukraine's freedom in the face of growing Republican resistance, and courageous defense of his son's decision to come out as gay. In conversation with moderator Larry Jacobs, Rob Portman will draw on his three decades of experience working for two Republican Presidents and serving in Congress as a Republican Representative and US Senator to identify his approaches to achieving bipartisan progress. About the Series: The Nakasaka Dialogues stimulate conversations about the state of public life and encourage progress toward our shared bonds. This event series is made possible by a generous contribution from Humphrey School of Public Affairs alumnus Kiyoshi Nakasaka.

Steve Thomson takes us through a few topics during this hour, including the top movies of the year and the deaths of comedian Tom Smothers and former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl.  Before that, U of M professor Larry Jacobs looks ahead to more turbulence ahead of the 2024 election.

It has already been a wild cycle ahead of the 2024 Presidential election.  What more can we expect now the we're entering the actual election year?  U of M political science professor Larry Jacobs takes us through the candidate possibilities.

In the wake of Donald Trump's role in the attempt to overturn the 2020 election and the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, lawsuits in states around the country are seeking to disqualify him from the 2024 election. Challengers to his eligibility invoke Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment, which provides in relevant part that "No person shall . . . hold any office . . . under the United States . . . who, having previously taken an oath . . . as an officer of the United States . . . to support the Constitution of the United States, shall have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the same, or given aid or comfort to the enemies thereof."As of now, there are nearly two dozen states in which litigation is ongoing to bar Trump from the ballot, and that number is only expected to grow. Earlier this week, a Colorado district began a week-long bench trial and, this Thursday, the Minnesota Supreme Court will hear oral argument. And if a state does disqualify Trump, the United States Supreme Court will no doubt immediately hear the case.On Monday October 30, the University of Minnesota Law School held a conference with leading law and political science scholars on "Section 3, Insurrection, and the 2024 Election: Does the Fourteenth Amendment Bar Donald Trump from the Presidency?" Today's Lawfare Podcast is a recording of one of the conference panels, which focused on the political implications of the Section 3 cases.The moderator was Larry Jacobs of the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota, and the panelists were Julia Azari, a Professor of Political Science at Marquette University; Ilya Somin, a Professor of Law at George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School; and Eric Segall, a Professor of Law at the Georgia State College of Law.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Wild Sheep Foundation fall 2023 Director Elections begin October 15th and conclude December 15th. Per WSF Bylaws every WSF member in good standing as of September 15, 2023 has been sent a ballot and biographies for the seven director candidates running for four WSF Board of Director positions for the May 1, 2024 through April 31, 2027 three-year term.  The seven candidates running include (in alpha order by last name with start times) are:                                 1.    Clint Bentley                   00.01.58              Nevada, USA                 2.    Sam Cunningham          00.09.55             Texas, USA             3.    Larry Jacobs                  00.22.16              Oregon, USA                 4.    Rob Kopecky                  00.32.29             Alberta, Canada             5.    Emilio Rangel                  00.42.07             Nuevo Leon, Mexico             6.    Kyle Stelter                     00.52.49             British Columbia, Canada         7.    Frank Turner                    01.01.51              Alberta, Canada We hope this bonus podcast helps WSF members make informed decisions and help encourages members to exercise your right to vote in the election to determine WSF's leadership.

University of Minnesota political science professor Larry Jacobs joins Tim and Mary Pawlenty to share his thoughts on Congressman Tom Emmer pursuing the Speaker of the House position, Congressman Dean Philips possibly announcing a Presidential run by the end of the week, and what a ticket from the No Labels party would mean for President Biden.

Culture war issues are increasingly playing a role in who gets elected to the school board. Over the last few years, school board races have become a political battleground. First sparked by heated debates over mask mandates during the pandemic, the cultural issues of today range from parental rights in the classroom to diversity in curriculum.School board elections used to be nonpartisan. But candidates running in this year's elections have been endorsed by political groups, and large dollar amounts are being spent to sway voters.With a heated competition across 40 Minnesota districts underway, do you know who's on your voter ballot this November? Minnesota has local elections this fall. What questions do you have about them? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the importance of school board elections, the role board members play and what motivates people to run for school board seats.Guests:  Elizabeth Shockman is an education reporter for MPR News.  Dana Ferguson is a senior politics reporter for MPR News.  Kirk Schneidawind is the executive director of the Minnesota School Boards Association.  Larry Jacobs is a professor of politics and the director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the Hubert H. Humphrey School at the University of Minnesota. Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation. 

We are back after a bit of a break due to holidays and the such. Plus we had to wait for Jason to get through customs after he was detained trying to smuggle acres of Canadian cardboard in his luggage and down his britches. Our feature this month is The Nelvana Reunion panel featuring John Celestri, Larry Jacobs, and Brian Lemay and they talk about their experiences working on the Holiday Special, Droids, and Ewoks cartoons! The panel took place at ‘May the North be with You' in Toronto on August 5th - Thanks to Chris Porteous. Action figure face-off is nearing its conclusion as Andy Preston defends Dengar, Andy Norton loves Luke Jedi, Jason Smith wonders over Warok and Peter Davis delights over the Death Star Droid. Richard Hutchinson has an impossible job trying to choose the winner.  Rebel Briefings is jam packed with wondrous tales of collecting, Richard interviews Tom Scaife & others regarding a Pre-production find in the USA, the mystery of Willrow Hood is finally revealed and so much more Star Wars collecting goodness is discussed. The licencee section finishes it all off looking at Fundimensions and their small but perfectly formed releases. 

The Federal Reserve has a huge sway over the US economy – and therefore the world's. But as well as financial clout, it also has a massive political impact. How does it run – and how do its actions impact us all? Alex Andreou is joined by Larry Jacobs, co-author of Fed Power: How Finance Wins and professor at the University of Minnesota, to discuss for The Bunker USA. “It's serving the interests of finance and working separate from democratic accountability.” “The key thing to remember is it is its own operation. It stands alone with its autonomy.” “It is not beholden to Congress. It doesn't rely on Congress for any appropriation. Its officials have tremendous latitude.” “The magnitude of its intervention is quite remarkable.” www.patreon.com/bunkercast Presented by Alex Andreou. Music by Jade Bailey. Audio production: Alex Rees. Lead Producer: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Federal Reserve has a huge sway over the US economy – and therefore the world's. But as well as financial clout, it also has a massive political impact. How does it run – and how do its actions impact us all? Alex Andreou is joined by Larry Jacobs, co-author of Fed Power: How Finance Wins and professor at the University of Minnesota, to discuss for The Bunker USA.  “It's serving the interests of finance and working separate from democratic accountability.”  “The key thing to remember is it is its own operation. It stands alone with its autonomy.”  “It is not beholden to Congress. It doesn't rely on Congress for any appropriation. Its officials have tremendous latitude.”  “The magnitude of its intervention is quite remarkable.”  www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Presented by Alex Andreou. Music by Jade Bailey. Audio production: Alex Rees. Lead Producer: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U of M conducted a study of nationwide data to see if Ranked Choice Voting is working in the way its proponents proposed. Dr. Larry Jacobs joined Blois - in for Jason - with the results.

Hour 1: Blois Olson was in for Jason. He talked about whether people want to talk Trump or not. Then Dr. Larry Jacobs from the U of M talked about their study on Ranked Choice Voting. And Paul Douglas checked in on the impending blizzard.

#103:  Larry Jacobs shares his story about co-founding the Del Cabo  organic growers association, a cooperative of family farmers in Mexico who created a market for organic vegetables to be shipped north in winter. Relying on organic pest control techniques, Larry and the farmers were able to stave off government attempts of importing chemical practices to their region.Larry Jacobs is a longtime organic farmer and the cofounder (along with his wife Sandra) of Jacobs / Del Cabo Farm of California and Baja, Mexico. In addition to his work creating a ready market for organic vegetables in the US that would support an entire farming community in Baja, Larry is known for his expertise with biocontrols that manage pest and disease pressure without the use of chemical applications. He is also known for winning a landmark pesticide drift case.You can learn more about Larry here:https://library.ucsc.edu/reg-hist/larry-jacobs-jacobs-farmdel-caboTo watch a video version of this podcast with access to the full transcript and links relevant to our conversation, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/larry-jacobs-biocontrols-over-pesticides-mexico-episode-one-hundred-threeThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Friends:https://www.realorganicproject.org/real-organic-friends/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/This year we are tackling two incredibly important subjects: the cooption of Regenerative Agriculture by chemical no- till and whether or not all Tillage us problematic. Is Regenerative agriculture organic? Is organic agriculture regenerative? Should there be a real regenerative project or should farmers stay silent so as not to dilute this new brand they've invested in? After another round of 50 interviews with thought-leaders in the organic movement, including Michael Pollan, Eliot Colem

Migration policy expert Cristobal Ramón discusses President Biden immigration policy announcement from earlier this week. Larry Jacobs, Director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the U of M, digs into the mess surrounding classified documents found at locations frequented by President Biden.

After the turmoil caused over the Summer by the discovery of classfied documents at Mar-a-Lago, President Biden is going through his own firestorm over classified documents he had stored at a personal office and his Delaware home.  Are the two situations truly comparable?  Larry Jacobs, Director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the U of M's Hubert H. Humphrey School, looks into that.

John is joined by Josh Martin (aka "the new new Larry Jacobs") for an introduction to another Minneapolis City Council election year. Why should you get off your butt and pay attention? Will we rehash the crime-themed election of 2021 or find a new theme? What are the big issues? Which wards are especially key or likely to be competitive? Please share this episode with your friends so they can get pumped about Minneapolis Election 2023! Content warning: Any lip smacking you hear in this episode was caused by Josh pounding can after can of lime LaCroix. Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

The Jay Thomas Show from Thursday December 29th, 2022.  Guests include Matt Leiseth, Jeff Kolpack, Larry Jacobs, Steve Carney and Steve Robertsdahl plus your calls and emails. 

Welcome back to another episode of Productive Disruption! This week, we are joined by Larry Jacobs, the Founder and President of The American Consortium for Equity in Education (ACE-ED). According to the company's website, ACE-ED is the only multimedia platform and educational organization focusing exclusively on equity and access for every learner. Additionally, Larry is the host of Ed Talk Radio.

Hundratals republikanska kandidater som ställer upp i mellanårsvalet i USA upprepar Donald Trumps påstående om att presidentvalet 2020 blev stulet. Vad innebär det för framtiden för den amerikanska demokratin? Konflikts Robin Olin reser till delstaten Arizona i USA. Där ute i det torra ökenlandskapet försöker han ta reda på vad som händer när valförnekare får makt. Inför mellanårsvalet 8 november är det hundratals kandidater runtom i USA som liksom Donald Trump menar att presidentvalet 2020 blev stulet. Nu kan de få stort inflytande över själva hjärtat av den amerikanska demokratin, valsystemetRobin Olin träffar traditionella republikaner som Rusty Bowers och Clint Hickman. Republikaner som efter att de vägrat tro på Donald Trumps konspirationsteorier förlorat sina positioner i partiet. Rusty Bowers pressades efter presidentvalet av Donald Trump att försöka ogiltigförklara valet. Men eftersom han inte fick se några bevis på valfusk så vägrade han, ett beslut som kostat honom hans politiska framtid.På ett politiskt möte för Trumpanhängare träffar vi Mark Heley som är övertygad om at demokraterna fuskade i valet och under en biltur i Arizonas öken förklarar han vad det är som får driver honom och varför han är orolig för demokratins framtid i USA.  Men oron för demokratins framtid finns över hela det politiska spektret. David Rasmusson ringer upp två kända amerikanska forskare Lawrence Lessig och Larry Jacobs som båda är bekymrade över vad det kommer innebära att valförnekande politiker nu kan få makt över själva valsystemet.I Arizona åker Robin Olin hem till Martha Chansley, mamma till den så kallade Qanonshamanen, Jake Angeli. Jake sitter numera i fängelse för sin roll vid stormningen av Kapitolium 6 januari 2021, men många Republikaner ser honom istället som en politisk fånge och hjälte.Programledare: Robin Olin robin.olin@sr.seTekniker: Heinz WenninProducent: David Rasmusson david.rasmusson@sr.se

Tim Pawlenty was in for Jason and talked with Dr. Jacobs from the U of M about the trends and likely outcomes of the current political cycle. 

Hour 2: Gov. Tim Pawlenty filled in for Jason and was joined by Dr. Larry Jacobs to talk politics, and Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher to talk about crime.

As educators go back to school this fall and the worst of the COVID pandemic has passed, it is time to hit the reset button on professional learning and support for teachers and school staff. What can school administrators do to support the teachers and staff to help them cope with the many new challenges they face?In this edWeb.net podcast, Larry Jacobs, the host of Education Talk Radio, talks with edWeb CEO Lisa Schmucki and Manager of Member Services Melissa Hodgson to discuss why professional learning and support is more important than ever to help teachers acquire knowledge and skills to cope with the increased challenges and to help them collaborate and work better together so they don't feel so alone.Donna Reichman and Dr. Robin Knutelsky, district administrators in NJ, join Lisa and Melissa to discuss how schools are different after the pandemic and how district leaders can use professional learning as a tool for staff wellbeing and retention. Donna and Robin share creative strategies to support, mentor, and coach teachers in turbulent and stressful times. Listen to other Education Talk Radio interviews with edWeb:Best Practices for Virtual Professional Learning Virtual Professional Learning: Support Educators Anytime, Anywhere Innovative Ideas for Professional LearningEducation Talk Radio with Larry Jacobs Larry Jacobs hosts conversations with innovative educators, authors and thought leaders in education

Former Governor Tim Pawlenty is in for Chad today. He spoke about what goes on  behind-the-scenes during political campaigns and how they work to target potential undecided voters. Later, U of M professor Larry Jacobs joins with thoughts on the passing of Queen Elizabeth and what's happening in Minnesota politics.

Professor Larry Jacobs joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a Political Scientist and his latest book "Democracy Under Fire: Donald Trump and the Breaking of American History".

According to New Abnormal podcast host Andy Levy, literally, nobody cares about what Jared Kushner has to say. On this episode, Andy and co-host Molly Jong-Fast break down the latest GOP book announcements, Jared's included, and The Nation columnist Jeet Heer tells Molly why he thinks the White House Correspondents' Dinner is a bad idea. For one, this dinner was the start of Trump's villain origin story, he jokes. Plus! If you've ever wondered how a person like Trump was elected in the first place, University of Minnesota's Dr. Larry Jacobs has an answer and explains why primary elections will be the ruin of us all.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

American political life is defined by what can seem like a paradox. Our society is incredibly politically polarized, but our parties are as weak as they've ever been. How else could a reality TV star have so quickly and completely taken control of one of our major political parties?For Larry Jacobs, a political scientist and professor at the University of Minnesota, the weakness of our parties is a major threat to American democracy. But as he explains in his new book, “Democracy under Fire: Donald Trump and the Breaking of American History,” the roots of this weakness go back all the way to the earliest years of the United States and today manifest in our broken system of presidential primaries. Alan Rozenshtein spoke with Larry about his new book, his diagnosis of what ails American politics and what, if anything, can be done to fix it. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we visit Jacobs Farm / del Cabo in Watsonville, California. Larry Jacobs, one of the co-founders, tells us about the company history and relationship with growers in Mexico. We learn how food safety regulations for imported produce helped identify contamination from an unexpected source, the importance of keeping wells covered and maintained, […] The post Jacobs Farm / del Cabo Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.