Podcasts about Lobbying

In the 2026 season opener of The Political Life, Maggie Mick hosts Brody Mullins. Mullins is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter. He spent nearly two decades covering the intersection of business and politics for The Wall Street Journal. He is underway in reshaping how Washington is covered and understood through his new media ventures including The Deciders and 535.

6/9/26: Co-Host Amilcar Shabazz Rep. Pat Duffy remembers Barney Frank, the first out gay Congressman, who recently passed. She attended the celebration of his life yesterday. UMass Prof Amilcar Shabazz on Juneteenth in Northampton. Third Graders at Hadley Elementary on their lobbying efforts to make asparagus the official state vegetable—meeting the governor, their state senator and rep. Civic engagement at its best! Pat Ononibaku, Pres of Black Business Assoc of Amherst: the upcoming 19th annual Juneteenth Jubilee & Black businesses in the Valley. The IL (Injury List) grows. It includes baseball itself. Why don't the owners care? We ask Duke Goldman, who also explains the masking tape over the NYY insignia on the Aaron Judge tee that Newman gave him.

Assurer un air sain, du mobilier de qualité, un contact avec la nature, un nombre d'encadrants suffisants… Ce sont des éléments essentiels pour assurer un accueil de qualité dans les crèches. L'association Label Vie accompagne leurs dirigeants pour leur permettre de relever ces défis. L'organisation agit aussi auprès des pouvoirs publics pour généraliser les bonnes pratiques. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SMART IMPACT - Le magazine de l'économie durable et responsable SMART IMPACT, votre émission dédiée à la RSE et à la transition écologique des entreprises. Découvrez des actions inspirantes, des solutions innovantes et rencontrez les leaders du changement.

Comment construire une carrière ambitieuse sans attendre d'être parfaitement prêt ?Dans cet épisode de Carrière épanouissante, Jaâfar Tabi reçoit Nathalie Brunel, dirigeante expérimentée ayant occupé des responsabilités de premier plan dans des groupes internationaux tels que Bureau Veritas et Orange.Au fil de cet échange authentique et inspirant, Nathalie partage les moments clés de son parcours professionnel, les opportunités qu'elle a su saisir, les obstacles qu'elle a dû surmonter et les leçons qui lui ont permis d'évoluer vers des postes de direction à forte responsabilité.Nous abordons notamment :• Les défis du leadership féminin• L'importance du courage et de la prise d'initiative• La conduite de transformations à grande échelle• L'influence, les réseaux et le développement professionnel• L'engagement sociétalUn épisode riche pour les professionnels, managers, cadres, dirigeants et entrepreneurs qui souhaitent accélérer leur développement tout en restant fidèles à leurs valeurs.00:00 Introduction02:59 Début de carrière : quand on vous dit « non »05:50 DG filiale : challenger le status quo et augmenter de 500M€ le chiffre d'affaires09:59 Mener une transformation de grande ampleur13:54 Leadership féminin et diversité : comment naviguer dans un monde d'hommes ingénieurs16:55 Gérer la pression quand la maison brûle...23:53 Engagement sociétal : lancer et présider l'association "créé ton avenir" au profit des jeunes26:20 Manager c'est aussi voir le potentiel de ses collaborateurs et les challenger33:47 Meilleurs conseils pour une carrière épanouissante38:54 4 piliers pour la Stratégie Commerciale (crash course)43:26 Lobbying et influence49:19 Conseils pour une carrière épanouissante52:08 Questions de finCe podcast est le GDIY (génération do it yourself) destiné à l'ensemble des professionnels, qu'ils soient entrepreneurs ou salariés.Si vous aimez les podcasts de Matthieu Stefani ou ceux de Pauline Laigneau, vous aimerez ceux-ci: j'y invite des leaders qui ont particulièrement réussi et les interroge sur leurs secrets de réussite professionnelle et d'épanouissement.PDG, vice-présidents, DRH, chasseurs de tête, entrepreneurs, dirigeants en tout genre vous partagent les clés pour accélérer votre carrière et être heureux au travail.Développement professionnel, Leadership inspirant, Carrière réussie, Épanouissement professionnel, Conseils de carrière, Mentorat de leaders, Gestion de carrière, Ambition professionnelle, Entrepreneuriat, Réussite professionnelle, Transition de carrière, Stratégies de leadership, management, podcast pour salariés, ambition, booster sa carrière, Networking efficace, Formation de cadres, Podcast pour cadres, Motivation au travail, GDIY Podcast, Conseils de PDG, Histoires de réussite, Compétences de leadership, Culture d'entreprise, Gestion d'équipe, Performance au travail, Planification de carrière, Transformation numérique, Développement personnel, Équilibre vie professionnelle / vie privée, Équilibre pro perso, Stratégies d'entreprise, Gestion du stress, Bien-être au travail, Productivité personnelle, Développement de carrière, Dynamiques de travail, Compétences interpersonnelles, Réseautage professionnel, Gestion des conflits, Leadership féminin, Coaching professionnel.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

CapRadio reporter breaks down two congressional races taking place in newly drawn districts. Plus, why lawmakers continue to kill bills that would make lobbying at the capitol more transparent. And, Gabriela Lena Frank adds another prize to her list.

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Why does figuring out what's for dinner feel so exhausting — every single night? In this episode of MissPerceived, Professor Leah Ruppanner breaks down exactly why dinner time is one of the biggest mental load pain points she hears about across her research and interviews. Spoiler: it's not just about the food. Dinner time activates all eight mental load types simultaneously — from life organization and safety to magic making and dream building — and it's happening inside a food system that is increasingly broken and putting the pressure squarely on parents to fix it. If dinner feels heavier than it should, this episode explains exactly why.Chapters:00:00 Introduction — why dinner is a mental load disaster02:23 How the eight mental load types map onto dinner time02:40 Mental load type 1: Life organization — do you have everything you need?04:39 Mental load types 2 & 3: Relationship hygiene and emotional support at the table06:58 Mental load type 4: Magic making — when dinner goes gloriously right08:00 Anticipating what could go wrong — and chasing the magic anyway08:30 Mental load type 5: Dream building — dinner as connection time09:14 Mental load types 6 & 7: Safety and food allergies — when the stakes are life or death11:35 Mental load type 8: The broken food system and parental guilt13:51 Why trad wife nostalgia makes sense — and why it's a trap15:00 Lobbying against nutritious food — and why you're left to solve it alone16:05 What to do: share the load, use AI, let the kids cook, let go of control18:25 Is dinner time a doom drain or a magical moment for you?Resources Mentioned:

Send us Fan MailThis Saturday, May 30 at 12 noon, over 100 people in brightly-coloured orange wigs and vivid caftans will be storming Orangeville, Ont's city hall. Demanding more polyester? Lobbying for a clown college? No, this will kick off the 2nd annual Roper Romp Orangeville.It's all thanks to super fan Sofie Weber, one of two guests on this episode of brioux.tv: the podcast. She tells me she has over 100 people set to dress up as Mrs Helen Roper, played by Audra Lindley in the late '70s ABC sitcom The Ropers. This Three's Company spinoff also starred Norman Fell as landlord Stanley Roper. Nearly a half century later, this two-season comedy has inspired people from across North America to bust out their caftans and clunky jewelry.Joining us on this podcast is Stevie Louise Vallance, a Montreal-born, Emmy award-winning actress, director  and voice artist with credits on everything from Knots Landing to Night Heat, ReBoot and Zoobilee Zoo. She played street urchin Jenny on Season Two of The Ropers and will be romping her way to Saturday's Roper-palooza in Orangeville! 

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Ralph welcomes back union organizer, Chris Townsend, to discuss the reasons why the AFL-CIO shrinks from effectively fighting for its members and expanding the power of workers. Then, political scientist Lee Drutman lays out a system of proportional representation that would take away the incentive to gerrymander congressional districts. Plus, Ralph gives some quick takes on Thomas Massie's primary loss, fish hopped up on cocaine, and the situations in Lebanon and Ukraine.Chris Townsend has been a union member and labor leader for more than 45 years. He was most recently the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) International Union Organizing Director. Previously, he was an International Representative and Political Action Director for the United Electrical Workers Union (UE), and he has held local positions in both the SEIU and UFCW.[The upcoming AFL-CIO] convention is deliberately kept secret. It's what I describe as sort of a hideout strategy. It enables the leadership to not have to discuss or take positions that for them are difficult, such as: What is the labor movement going to do to confront the rampant lawlessness and criminality of the Trump regime? What is the labor movement going to do to address the rampaging inflation that is eating up living standards? There's no wage policy. There's no bargaining policy of the Federation. What are they going to do to address the ongoing national health care crisis and disaster?... And what are they doing about the crisis of the unorganized?Chris TownsendThe labor movement finds itself (I would submit) with the leadership disinterested in going out and organizing the unorganized. But even for those who do (and there are some), the laws—Taft-Hartley primary among them—provide such a minefield that we have to run through, that our ability to organize on any scale for decades has been stopped. And therefore, we are condemned to a perpetual shrinking size, resources, and whatnot. [And what] might help for folks to figure out how or why this is happening is that the labor movement is systematically being converted from trade union fighting organizations, membership-driven fighting organizations, to harmless not-for-profit organizations. And this is today's administrative layer of trade union leaders that don't see anything wrong with that. But that doesn't help anyone in the shop, in the office, in the workplace. And it doesn't help anyone looking to the labor movement for something better—better treatment, better wages, better benefits, better conditions, better health and safety in the workplace.Chris TownsendLee Drutman is a senior fellow in the Political Reform program at New America, where he focuses on electoral reform, Congress, and democratic health. He writes the newsletter Undercurrent Events and co-hosts the podcast Politics in Question. And he is the author of The Business of America is Lobbying and Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop: The Case for Multiparty Democracy in America.The whole issue of gerrymandering is really just an outgrowth of this way that we use single-winner districts with winner-take-all votes. It's also what entrenches the two-party system in the US, which limits the choice of voters. So there's this one weird voting mechanism that we have that most countries have gotten rid of, that is an antiquated voting system, that preserves the two-party system and makes gerrymandering just inevitable—and that's the use of single-member districts. Now, in a proportional system, you take away the districts, and you do this statewide, you can carve up larger states into a few multi-member districts. And then seats get allocated proportionally by party share. That takes away the entire incentive of gerrymandering, it gives voters everywhere meaningful choices, meaningful votes, and it is just a superior system of representing the pluralism and diversity of our pluralistic and diverse society.Lee DrutmanPeople like the idea of proportional representation as basic fairness—that people think that parties should get seats in proportion to the share of votes they get. I did some polling on it a few years ago, and I'm hoping to do a little bit more… But I think that one of the challenges is people don't entirely understand how it works. And so it's a challenge to poll people on a concept that they don't know about. But I think more and more people understand it. And from the polling I've seen, at a principles-based level, people get the idea that proportionality is a form of fairness, and people like fairness.Lee DrutmanKaty O'Donnell is the editorial director at Haymarket Books, a radical, independent, nonprofit book publisher based in Chicago.News 5/22/26* Our first story this week has to do with what appears to be the impending downfall of ultrazionist media personality, Bari Weiss. Weiss, who resigned from the New York Times to found the Free Press and then sold that venture to become “Editor-in-Chief” for CBS News under the Ellison regime, is reportedly facing down the barrel of her role being scaled back substantially. Puck reports “As Paramount closes in on its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery…members of the senior leadership team have had informal discussions about changing Bari's mandate at CBS News—and, eventually, CNN—in ways that would give her less control over the linear product.” This piece cites her missteps stewarding CBS News, including her inability to improve the ratings for Evening News, even failing to secure new anchor Tony Dokoupil a travel visa to China in time for President Trump's recent visit to the People's Republic. While a total dismissal of Weiss seems unlikely in the near future, such a dramatic reduction in her clout would constitute a tremendous, humbling blow.* Moving to state-level news, last week, Colorado Democratic Governor Jared Polis announced he would be commuting the sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, who was sentenced to nine years in prison for tampering with voting systems to overturn Joe Biden's victory in the Centennial State. Peters will now be eligible for parole June 1st. This move has been widely condemned, most notably by the Colorado Democratic Party which voted by a margin of over 90% to officially censure Polis. In a statement, the CDP wrote, “Reducing [Peters'] sentence now, under pressure from Donald Trump, is not justice…It sends a message to future bad actors that election tampering has consequences, unless you're friends with the president.” According to NBC, the CDP also banned Polis from being able to “participate as an honored guest, speaker or officially recognized representative of the Colorado Democratic Party at party-sponsored functions.”* In more positive state-level news, NPR reports Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed a bill banning prediction market sites like Polymarket and Kalshi – which allow consumers to “place…wager[s] on…future outcome[s], like sports, elections, live entertainment” – from operating in the North Star State. This makes Minnesota the first state in the nation to ban the prediction betting platforms. As this story notes, the Trump administration is pursuing legal action on behalf of the platforms, ensuring a legal battle over whether states can act to protect their own consumers from these predatory betting services. Minnesota Rep. Emma Greenman, who introduced the measure, is quoted as saying, “We as a state should decide how best and what regulations we think should attach to gambling, to protect public safety, to protect our kids.” The administration, meanwhile, specifically the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is arguing in court that prediction market industry regulation should be the sole preserve of the federal government.* Looking toward Congress, this week saw a number of high-profile primaries, including in the state of Pennsylvania. Leading up to that primary, the Pennsylvania machine went all out against the congressional campaign of State Representative Chris Rabb. Rabb, who had won the endorsements of everyone from AOC and Rashida Tlaib to Jamie Raskin and Philly DSA to the Philadelphia Inquirer, was targeted by a barrage of anonymous text messages to Philadelphia voters accusing him of “spreading conspiracy theories and holding extremist views,” per the Inquirer. What is remarkable about this smear campaign, however, is that it was organized by Philadelphia's Democratic City Committee and that it violated federal election law by failing to disclose that fact. In another troubling portend of things to come, one of the texts featured an “AI-generated image of Rabb acknowledging his supposed lack of legislative accomplishments in Harrisburg.” Rumors have long circulated that Governor Josh Shapiro wanted Rabb to lose, and worked the backrooms to this end while avoiding public statements.* Yet, despite all of that, Rabb prevailed – winning over his two establishment-backed opponents with around 45% of the vote compared to his opponents, who each won approximately 30% and 24% respectively. The Pennsylvania primaries turned out to be a good night for progressives more generally, with Bob Brooks – a firefighter's union chief and former state rep. who successfully united the Democratic Party behind him, winning the endorsements of both Governor Josh Shapiro and Senator Bernie Sanders. Brooks will face off against freshman Republican Congressman Ryan Mackenzie in November in the R+1 seventh district of Pennsylvania, while Rabb's general election campaign is seen as little more than a formality in the D+40 PA-03.* Yet, if it was a good streak for Democratic progressives, it was a very bad one for Trump critics within the GOP. This week, Thomas Massie lost his primary in Kentucky's fourth congressional district, buckling under the war chest deployed against him in what amounted to the most expensive House primary on record. Massie joked that “My vote was never for sale, so they bought a congressional seat. They found out what it cost.” Massie, perhaps Trump's most formidable intra-party opponent in the House during his second term, worked with Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna on bills ranging from the Epstein Files Transparency Act to War Powers Resolutions related to the administration's actions in Venezuela and Iran. In retaliation, Trump made it clear that he would go to any lengths to ensure Massie would not be reelected. That said, Massie will remain in the House until January and has indicated that he will make that time as painful for Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson as he possibly can. Moreover, during his concession speech, Massie's supporters chanted for him to run for president in 2028, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Whether he is even entertaining that thought is unclear, but if he did run as a right-wing independent candidate, one could easily imagine him capturing a large enough share of the vote to deny certain states to the Republican nominee. Meanwhile, his ally across the aisle, Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna, said in a statement that Massie “lost because he had the guts to stand up to the Epstein class and against the war…He won voters under 45 by 30 points…Tonight, I say to [his] voters who feel rejected by Trump. We welcome you. Join our coalition to take on a rotten system and stand for the working class over the Epstein class.”* Massie isn't the only Republican targeted in the latest round of Trump purges. Downballot, Trump loyalists have ousted the Indiana Republicans who resisted Trump's pressure to implement mid-decade redistricting, but the real scalps he is claiming are in the Senate. Last weekend, Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana lost his primary runoff. Fox reports this makes Cassidy the “first elected Republican senator to lose renomination since Sen. Richard Lugar of Indiana in 2012.” Trump wasted no time in dancing on Cassidy's political grave, writing on Truth Social, “His disloyalty to the man who got him elected is now a part of a legend, and it's nice to see that his political career is OVER!” His supposed disloyalty, of course, refers to Cassidy's vote to convict Trump in the Senate trial for his second impeachment following January 6th. Former Senator Mitt Romney, who also voted to convict, is quoted in this article saying that Cassidy is a “person of character,” and that his “departure is a loss for the country.” Cassidy, however, is likely soon to be joined by longtime Texas Republican Senator John Cornyn. Cornyn is currently making his last stand against scandal-ridden Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in that runoff election. Trump has long prevaricated regarding whether and whom he would endorse in this race, at times leaning towards either candidate but remaining neutral up until this week, when he formally gave the nod to Paxton, per the Texas Tribune. This move has caused great consternation amongst Senate Republicans and cautious optimism among Democrats, who see Paxton as the weaker opponent to go up against Democratic nominee James Talarico in November – giving Democrats their best chance in years to flip a Senate seat in Texas.* What Cornyn's next move will be is a mystery, especially as he has not yet officially lost the Texas primary. Cassidy, however, appears to have chosen the Massie route of going down fighting. This week, Cassidy flipped his position to become the deciding vote in favor of the Senate War Powers Resolution on Iran – successfully pushing it through along with support from fellow Republican Senators Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Rand Paul, despite disloyal opposition from Democratic Senator John Fetterman. The measure was then sent back to the House, but fearful it might actually pass – Democratic holdout Jared Golden had vowed to vote yes, and war-weary House Republicans Thomas Massie, Warren Davidson, Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Barrett were all signaling their support – leadership abruptly canceled the vote, per MSN.* One factor cited in the Republicans' calculus around this latest War Powers push was the absences of Members of Congress. In their view, the absences would have given Democrats the votes they needed to win. Two of these absences have garnered substantial attention in the media: those of Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey and Democratic Congresswoman Frederica Wilson of Florida. The 83-year-old Wilson, who was missing for a month with little public acknowledgment or explanation, has finally resurfaced, saying that she was undergoing a major eye surgery but still plans to seek reelection. In a remarkably tone-deaf comment, a source close to the Congresswoman was quoted in Axios saying “missing votes is not a sign she's sick or retiring…She shows up when she wants to.” Still, at least her absence has been explained and she has now returned to her duties in the House. Congressman Kean's disappearance is more mysterious. As of May 21st, Kean has not “been seen in Washington for more than 75 days,” NOTUS reports. When his absence first began to gain media traction, his Chief of Staff added fuel to the fire with the cryptic remark “there are no cameras where Tom is.” Now it is being reported that his neighbors back in New Jersey haven't seen hide nor hair either. There has been some indication that Kean is dealing with a personal or medical issue, but Speaker Mike Johnson claims to have no knowledge of the particulars. It is not controversial to say that being an American Member of Congress is too important to simply be AWOL for long periods of time, especially without deigning to explain why to one's constituents. Something must be done.* Finally, we turn to Latin America, where former president Evo Morales has leveled claims that the government of his native Bolivia, in coordination with the DEA and the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) is plotting to “detain or kill” him, TeleSUR reports. According to this report, “Morales detailed specific military units allegedly involved, including the Army's Ninth Division in the tropical region under Colonel Franz Andrade Loza, whom he said the government promised to promote to general and appoint as armed forces commander ‘if he finishes off Evo.'” Morales also “cited an F-10 unit under Lieutenant Colonel Carlos Giménez Ortuño,” a former aide to the defense minister in the government of the unelected U.S.-backed regime of Jeanine Áñez. These allegations sound somewhat outlandish, but in a moment when the U.S. has recently kidnapped Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, worked to undermine the governments of Mexico and Colombia via the Hondurasgate scheme, and just recently moved to indict 94 year old Raúl Castro for his role in an incident three decades ago when the Cuban government downed a civilian aircraft that entered their sovereign airspace, it does not seem so far fetched.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Länger arbeiten sollen möglichst viele. Das Rentenalter erhöhen, will die zuständige Bundesrätin mit AHV2030 aber nicht. Was bringen ihre Vorschläge tatsächlich? Warum die Zweite Säule auch anfassen? Und, was ist mit der 13. AHV-Rente? Fragen an Innenministerin, Elisabeth Baume-Schneider. Das Ziel ist klar: die AHV soll für die Zeit bis 2040 stabilisiert werden. Um Ausgaben und Einnahmen bei einer alternden Bevölkerung im Gleichgewicht zu halten, will der Bundesrat die Anreize so setzen, dass möglichst viele Arbeitnehmerinnen und Arbeitnehmer länger im Arbeitsmarkt bleiben. Frühpensionierungen würden deutlich weniger attraktiv. Gleichzeitig sollen mehr Anreize geschaffen werden für Menschen, die nach Erreichen des Referenzalters 65 weiterarbeiten. Auch in der Zweiten Säule will der Bundesrat dazu das Mindestalter für Bezüge von heute 58 auf 63 erhöhen. Finanzierungs- und Einnahmelücken sollen geschlossen werden. Insgesamt erhofft sich die Regierung dadurch Mehreinnahmen von rund 600 Millionen Franken pro Jahr. Das heisse Eisen Rentenaltererhöhung fasst die zuständige SP-Bundesrätin jedoch nicht an. Das wäre nicht mehrheitsfähig, ist sie überzeugt. Aber der neuen Vorlage ist eine Mehrheit auch nicht gewiss. Der Eingriff in die berufliche Vorsorge beispielsweise stösst links und rechts auf Ablehnung. Kommt dazu: noch ist offen, wie die vom Volk beschlossene 13. AHV-Rente finanziert werden soll. Wenn sich das Parlament in der kommenden Sommersession nicht einig wird, woher das Geld für die zusätzliche AHV-Rente kommen soll, droht dem Sozialwerk schon in wenigen Jahren ein Milliardenloch. Bundesrätin Baume-Schneider will es mit einer Erhöhung der Mehrwertsteuer stopfen. Ob eine solche mehrheitsfähig wäre, ist fraglich. Was bringt die neue Reform tatsächlich? Ist es richtig, die Frage der Erhöhung des Rentenalters zu verschieben? Was, wenn ältere Arbeitswillige gar keinen Job finden? Neben der Altersvorsorge ist auch der Streit um Medikamentenpreise Thema im Gespräch mit der Gesundheitsministerin. Sie hat konkrete Massnahmen zur Kostendämpfung vorgeschlagen. Dagegen läuft die Pharma-Industrie Sturm und verweist auf den Druck aus den USA. Wie geht sie mit dem Lobbying der Branche um? Und, was kann die Arbeitsgruppe «Lifesciences-Standort», die Elisabeth Baume-Schneider zusammen mit Wirtschaftsminister Guy Parmelin ins Leben gerufen hat, überhaupt erreichen? Bundesrätin und Innen- sowie Gesundheitsministerin, Elisabeth Baume-Schneider, nimmt Stellung in der Samstagsrundschau bei Klaus Ammann. Ergänzend zum Tagesgespräch finden Sie jeden Samstag in unserem Kanal die aktuelle Samstagsrundschau.

Länger arbeiten sollen möglichst viele. Das Rentenalter erhöhen, will die zuständige Bundesrätin mit AHV2030 aber nicht. Was bringen ihre Vorschläge tatsächlich? Warum die Zweite Säule auch anfassen? Und, was ist mit der 13. AHV-Rente? Fragen an Innenministerin, Elisabeth Baume-Schneider. Das Ziel ist klar: die AHV soll für die Zeit bis 2040 stabilisiert werden. Um Ausgaben und Einnahmen bei einer alternden Bevölkerung im Gleichgewicht zu halten, will der Bundesrat die Anreize so setzen, dass möglichst viele Arbeitnehmerinnen und Arbeitnehmer länger im Arbeitsmarkt bleiben. Frühpensionierungen würden deutlich weniger attraktiv. Gleichzeitig sollen mehr Anreize geschaffen werden für Menschen, die nach Erreichen des Referenzalters 65 weiterarbeiten. Auch in der Zweiten Säule will der Bundesrat dazu das Mindestalter für Bezüge von heute 58 auf 63 erhöhen. Finanzierungs- und Einnahmelücken sollen geschlossen werden. Insgesamt erhofft sich die Regierung dadurch Mehreinnahmen von rund 600 Millionen Franken pro Jahr. Das heisse Eisen Rentenaltererhöhung fasst die zuständige SP-Bundesrätin jedoch nicht an. Das wäre nicht mehrheitsfähig, ist sie überzeugt. Aber der neuen Vorlage ist eine Mehrheit auch nicht gewiss. Der Eingriff in die berufliche Vorsorge beispielsweise stösst links und rechts auf Ablehnung. Kommt dazu: noch ist offen, wie die vom Volk beschlossene 13. AHV-Rente finanziert werden soll. Wenn sich das Parlament in der kommenden Sommersession nicht einig wird, woher das Geld für die zusätzliche AHV-Rente kommen soll, droht dem Sozialwerk schon in wenigen Jahren ein Milliardenloch. Bundesrätin Baume-Schneider will es mit einer Erhöhung der Mehrwertsteuer stopfen. Ob eine solche mehrheitsfähig wäre, ist fraglich. Was bringt die neue Reform tatsächlich? Ist es richtig, die Frage der Erhöhung des Rentenalters zu verschieben? Was, wenn ältere Arbeitswillige gar keinen Job finden? Neben der Altersvorsorge ist auch der Streit um Medikamentenpreise Thema im Gespräch mit der Gesundheitsministerin. Sie hat konkrete Massnahmen zur Kostendämpfung vorgeschlagen. Dagegen läuft die Pharma-Industrie Sturm und verweist auf den Druck aus den USA. Wie geht sie mit dem Lobbying der Branche um? Und, was kann die Arbeitsgruppe «Lifesciences-Standort», die Elisabeth Baume-Schneider zusammen mit Wirtschaftsminister Guy Parmelin ins Leben gerufen hat, überhaupt erreichen? Bundesrätin und Innen- sowie Gesundheitsministerin, Elisabeth Baume-Schneider, nimmt Stellung in der Samstagsrundschau bei Klaus Ammann.

Send us Fan MailThis episode features Scott Hamilton, CEO of United Chemical, discussing the EPA's recent restrictions on sodium bromide, its implications for pool professionals, and the science behind bromate formation and safety. Gain insights into regulatory processes, chemical safety, and effective pool management strategies.keywordssodium bromide, EPA regulations, bromate, pool chemistry, pool safety, algae control, chemical risk assessment, United Chemical, Yellow Treat, bromine poolskey topicsEPA's restrictions on sodium bromideBromate formation and health risksScience and risk assessment of pool chemicalsguest nameScott HamiltonSound Bites"Don't let your mentor go, that's mentoreward.com.""Bromamines are effective and don't have a nasty smell.""Pool pros should voice their concerns to regulators."Chapters00:00Introduction to the EPA's Controversy on Sodium Bromide03:52The History and Impact of Bromate Regulations06:53Understanding Bromate Formation in Pools09:30The Chemistry of Bromine and Chlorine in Pools12:18The Misconceptions of Bromine Pools15:16Toxicology of Bromate and Cancer Risks18:12Bromate in Food Products and Regulatory Delays22:25Understanding EPA's Role and Challenges25:10The Impact of Lobbying on Chemical Regulations29:45Efficacy of Sodium Bromide in Algae Control30:50Trends in Mustard Algae Growth34:22Research Findings on Bromate Formation42:48Engaging with Regulatory Bodies45:40Legacy and Safety of Sodium BromideResourcesUnited ChemicalYellow TreatEPA Regulations on Bromide Products (2005)Bromate Risk Assessment Study AquaStar Pool ProductsThe Global Leader in Safety, Dependability, & Innovation in Pool Technology.BLUERAY XLThe real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50%CPO Certification ClassesAttend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz!Jack's MagicIf you know Jack's you'd have no stains!Service Industry NewsDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com

Trump Says He Doesn't Care About Your Wallet, AOC Hates Billionaires, and the Massie Smear Machine Goes Brrrr Dan Griffin and Corey Walsh open the Libservative show urging Kentucky listeners to vote for Thomas Massie ahead of the May 19 primary, claiming young voters can offset heavy outside money and calling the anti-Massie smear effort desperate. They react to a Supreme Court decision allowing abortion pills by mail during ongoing legal challenges and argue the government shouldn't control personal bodily decisions. The hosts mock AOC's claim that “you can't earn a billion dollars,” arguing the language is arbitrary and blaming inflation, lobbying, and big-government protectionism for billionaire power. They play a clip of Trump saying Americans' financial situations don't matter in Iran talks and accuse JD Vance of gaslighting by denying it. They criticize Vance's anti-fraud messaging versus Pentagon audit failures, mention Trump Mobile preorder allegations, describe Trump's China meeting as begging over the Strait of Hormuz, and slam Netanyahu for blaming bot farms for declining U.S. support. They return to Massie, alleging the smear involves misleading claims about NDAs and his dating after his wife's death, and close with plugs and jokes. 00:00 Welcome and Kentucky Primary 01:49 Corey Graduates and Banter 04:21 Abortion Pill Ruling 06:44 Viability and Body Autonomy 11:02 AOC Billionaire Clip 15:18 Inflation and Billionaires 21:17 Lobbying and Corruption 38:19 Trump Iran Comment 40:47 JD Vance Gaslighting 48:31 Fraud Talk and Trump Scams 53:34 Boomers and Xi Meeting Tease 54:45 Trump Chinese Food Claim 55:39 Subway Highway Strategy 57:52 Ribs Marrow Depression Talk 01:01:00 Trump Xi Strait Drama 01:05:27 Surveillance And Tech Debate 01:13:55 Massie Primary Stakes 01:21:15 Smear Campaign Breakdown 01:30:16 Netanyahu Blames Social Media 01:40:57 Wild Tangents And Signoff  

Most people see action on climate change as essential. But powerful lobbies continue to push the other way. Understanding what drives corporate opposition to climate policy therefore matters enormously. New research examines one underexplored factor: company ownership structures. Are publicly listed firms more likely to oppose climate action than privately held ones? Does it matter how concentrated a company's ownership is, or how short-term its investors' horizons are? And what are the implications for governments trying to advance climate policy? Joining host Alan Renwick to discuss the findings is Jared Finnegan, Lecturer in Public Policy at the UCL Department of Political Science and one of the study's co-authors. Mentioned in this episode: Fighting the Future: Short-Term Investors and Business Opposition to Climate Policy by Jared J. Finnegan and Jonas Meckling, British Journal of Political Science.

-Lobbying by tech industry groups, the Science Based Targets initiative decided to not recommend a protocol that would have made it more difficult for tech companies to use clean energy investments to offset fossil fuel pollution. -To date, Apple has not permitted vibe coding tools on the App Store because they would violate its policies. -Reuters reported that Meta's workers have begun circulating flyers at multiple US offices to protest the company's installation of tracking software on their work computers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recorded May 14th, 2026. A panel discussion on the Irish anti-apartheid struggle featuring key members of the movement organised by the Trinity Long Room Hub with the Little Museum of Dublin. In conjunction with Together/Apart, a collaborative exhibition between the Little Museum of Dublin and the Centre for Humanities Research at the University of the Western Cape, the Trinity Long Room Hub hosts a panel discussion on the Irish anti-apartheid struggle featuring key members of the movement. In April 1964, the Irish Anti-Apartheid Movement (IAAM) was launched in Dublin by Kader Asmal, a South-African law professor in Trinity College Dublin. Lobbying for improved human rights in South Africa, the Movement raised awareness of the racism experienced by communities and campaigned for the release of political prisoners. Twenty years later, eleven young shopworkers in Dunnes Stores in Dublin, refused to handle South African goods. This simple act led to an almost three-year strike that became a symbol of solidarity in the liberation struggle. Together/Apart invites us to consider the deeper resonances of solidarity that link the peoples of Ireland and South Africa. Beyond the spectre of war and violence, this exhibition asks us to reconsider the meaning of generosity, care and solidarity – ideas that once helped to forge a human chain in the face of apartheid. This panel discussion explores the legacy of the Irish anti-apartheid struggle and asks what we can learn from historical expressions of international solidarity. Join the people who marched, campaigned and advocated for the end of apartheid. Chaired by Prof Patrick Geoghegan, Director of the Trinity Long Room Hub, panellists include: Joan Burton, former IAAM Honorary Secretary and Labour Party leader Hugo MacNeill OBE, former Irish rugby international and current Pro-Chancellor of Trinity College Dublin Mary Manning, activist and former Dunnes Stores striker Rafique Mottiar, former IAAM Treasurer and Vice-Chair Dr Connal Parr, historian and author of Solidarity and Pressure The Together/Apart exhibition opens to the public in the Little Museum of Dublin on 14 May 2026 before travelling to South Africa later in the year. Learn more at www.tcd.ie/trinitylongroomhub

3 ans après son livre "Silence dans les champs" qui lui a valu le Prix Albert Londres 2023, Nicolas Legendre revient avec un documentaire prolongeant son enquête sur l'agro-industrie française: "Violences dans les champs" (diffusé sur France Télévisions). Étendu à la France entière et non plus à sa Bretagne natale, le film de Nicolas Legendre a pour but de disséquer "la généalogie de la violence" à l'œuvre dans le monde "brutal" de l'agro-industrie, des années 60 à aujourd'hui. À cette occasion, nous rediffusons l'épisode [#104 - "Silence dans les champs" ou la face cachée de l'industrie agroalimentaire, avec Nicolas Legendre]. Fanny Giansetto recevait Nicolas Legendre, journaliste ayant grandi dans une ferme laitière en Bretagne. Ce dernier a enquêté pendant près de 7 ans sur l'agro-industrie bretonne, recueilli 300 témoignages et visité près de 30 fermes, pour comprendre les logiques systémiques de la première région agricole de France. Références mentionnées dans cet épisode:Printemps silencieux, Rachel CarsonReprendre la terre aux machines, L'atelier paysanTu nourriras le monde, Floris Schruijer & Nathan Pirard*** Pour nous soutenir : - Abonnez-vous à notre podcast ; - Donnez votre avis en mettant des étoiles et des commentaires sur votre plateforme d'écoute préférée ; - Parlez d'Écotable et de son podcast autour de vous ; - Allez manger dans nos restaurants vertueux et délicieux ! *** Écotable est une entreprise dont la mission est d'accompagner les acteurs du secteur de la restauration dans leur transition écologique. Elle propose aux restaurateurs une palette d'outils sur la plateforme www.ecotable.fr/proÉcotable possède également un label qui identifie les restaurants écoresponsables dans toute la France sur le site www.ecotable.fr Réalisation : Lucie JannonHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The Senate Banking Committee is expected to hold a markup hearing Thursday morning on the latest version of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act after years of negotiations between lawmakers, banking groups, crypto companies and White House officials.Guest: Ron Hammond - Head of Policy and Advocacy at WintermuteWintermute website ➜ https://bit.ly/WintermuteCryptoFollow Ron on Twitter ➜ https://x.com/RonwHammond00:00 Intro00:05 CLARITY Odds00:30 Fox Business mentions ABA Mother's Day panic letter02:15 WHAT'S GOOD03:30 Patrick Witt vs Elizabeth Warren03:50 Red lines05:20 Keep Your Coins Act06:00 KYC06:30 Centralized crypto companies over DeFi protocols?07:50 Privacy-enabled blockchains08:45 Risks10:00 Explain Thursdays Markup13:50 Republicans at risk16:00 Old vs new lobbying17:00 Any hints at fixing current tax rule issues?#Crypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum~CLARITY Final Bill Revealed!!

Submit your question and we'll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastToday Abby has a really informational and inspiring interview for you with Jessicafrom The Breastfeeding Foundation. Learn more about how the formulacompanies manage to sabotage breastfeeding and what we can do to help in thefight.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.  Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Who is Jessica? [8:26]Beginning of the Breastfeeding Foundation [13:52]The Bobbie Ads [17:07]Fed is necessary [25:23]What is choice [26:49]Being paid to breastfeed [32:55]All the research [46:50]Lobbying against paid leave [49:38]Changing the definitions [51:30]The Mommy Wars [56:10]Microbiome / Antibiotics [1:04:04]The Call to Action! [1:06:58]CALL TO ACTIONLinks to the petitions and to donate www.thebreastfeedingfoundation.org/Links to Jessica's highlighted articles. https://thebreastfeedingfoundation.substack.com/p/breastfeeding-an-economic-powerhousehttps://thebreastfeedingfoundation.substack.com/p/only-1-in-4-americans-understandhttps://thebreastfeedingfoundation.substack.com/p/the-formula-industry-has-capturedThe link to all the articles on the account is www.thebreastfeedingfoundation.substack.comThings we talked about or episodes we think you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/new-york-times-article-about-formula/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne's blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/ScottHolmes

My friend Eric Jansen Government Affairs Coordinator for Balanced Veterans Network. Eric took the time to walk me through current legislation focused on removing barriers for veterans to access Innovative Therapies. That's the term being used now but we know what we're talking about.. Psychedelics. Eric isn't just talking about it, he's in Washington doing the work. Lobbying. Networking. Advocating at a high level. Pushing to cut through the red tape that's been holding veterans back from the full spectrum of care they've earned. We shouldn't need permission to heal. This isn't theory. It's backed by top tier research and real data. The results speak for themselves. Innovative Therapies are showing real impact for veterans dealing with PTSD, TBI, depression, Parkinson's, anxiety, and more. If you're not paying attention to this space yet, you should be. Download the BVN App, available on all platforms, and see what's being built. BVN.vet

This talk was recorded live at Vision Weekend USA, held December 5–7, 2025 in the Bay Area. Vision Weekends are our flagship conference series, bringing together leading scientists, entrepreneurs, funders, and policymakers to explore frontier science and technology and to imagine paths toward flourishing futures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas argue that Joel Embiid needs to focus on his game instead of officiating as the Sixers face the Knicks in Game 2. They evaluate Bryce Harper's recent remarks about Phillies management and the team's improved performance. The conversation also features callers discussing NBA foul-baiting and Hugh's ongoing battle regarding his baseball swing. 01:00 - Phillies and Rob Thomson 01:21 - Joel Embiid's Ref Obsession 09:14 - NBA's Officiating Problem 14:24 - Aaron in San Diego 19:52 - Tom in Upper Darby

How does the ACI educate the legislators who are making decisions that impact the agriculture industry? Melissa Rekewag joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Melissa is the President and CEO of the Agribusiness Council of Indiana (ACI).Melissa will share about her extensive background in agriculture and what ultimately led to her the ACI and her appearance on The High Ground podcast. We'll learn about the makeup of ACI, which is the largest trade association for agribusinesses in Indiana, and ultimately how it impacts state policies and the grower. Melissa will also share how the ACI helps educate policy makers and is able to voice concerns of businesses in a way that's not connected to the business itself. Finally, Melissa, Sal, and Jeff will discuss the Emerging Professionals Leadership Program (EPLP) which is a year-long program designed to help individuals expand their experience in and knowledge of policy and leadership in the agriculture industry. Interested in seeing what it might look like to join the ACI? Visit https://www.inagribiz.org/ for more information.

May 4, 2026 - In a Dispatches from Planet Albany excerpt, Doug Clark, a co-managing partner of Shenker Russo & Clark, discusses legislation that would make lobbyists and their clients go into greater detail about their positions on pending legislation.

Step into Episode 210 of On The Delo as Delo sits down with Mark Miller, a five-decade veteran of Arizona's beverage and food industry, whose career took him from delivering beer on a Hensley truck in 1978 to serving as VP of Sales for the state's largest Anheuser-Busch wholesaler, leading the Arizona Food Marketing Alliance (AFMA), and now heading BACIC Arizona — the industry-backed organization dedicated to reducing underage drinking across the state. If you're in hospitality, food retail, distribution, or simply want an insider's look at how the food and beverage world really works, this episode is packed with perspective you won't find anywhere else.Mark breaks down how the Arizona beverage landscape evolved from a handful of brands and no light beer to craft explosions, hard seltzers, THC beverages, and the booming non-alcoholic movement — and how consumer behavior, dram shop laws, and lower BAC limits quietly reshaped where and how people drink. He unpacks the three-tier distribution system from the ground up, explains why consolidation among distributors is accelerating, and gives local Arizona food and beverage brands the honest roadmap for getting their products onto grocery shelves, into restaurants, and in front of the right distributors. You'll also hear about BACIC Arizona's newest initiative — funding alcohol-free prom and graduation parties for high school students across the state with $10,000 in grants awarded to schools through organizations like Chicanos Por La Causa.Chapter Guide (Timestamps):(0:00 - 1:41) Episode 210 Intro, Toilet Paper Roll Theory & Mark's Origin Story(1:42 - 4:33) Iowa Farm Roots, Hensley Beverage, Copper Mines & Coming Home to Phoenix(4:34 - 8:41) Beer Evolution: Light Beer, Craft, Seltzers & What Gen Z Is Drinking Now(8:42 - 12:22) THC Beverages, the Three-Tier System & How Prohibition Shaped Today's Laws(12:23 - 17:39) Dram Shop, Liquor Liability, Drunk Driving, Uber & Distributor Consolidation(17:40 - 22:09) AFMA, Food Supply Chain & Lobbying for Online Grocery Delivery Before COVID(22:10 - 25:11) Taxation Battles, Tips Policy & Defending the Food Industry at the Legislature(25:12 - 30:39) Local Brand Playbook: Brokers, Shelf Space, SEO, Siete & Tito's Success Stories(30:40 - 36:28) BACIC Arizona: Underage Drinking Prevention, $10K School Grants & Prom Parties(36:29 - 42:07) Giving Back, Non-Negotiables & Rapid Fire: Golf, Fine Dining & Convenience Stores(42:08 - 43:26) Delo's Close, BACIC Arizona Resource & Bar and Restaurant Insurance Shoutout

AP correspondent Jennifer King reports a former congressman is found guilty of lobbying for Venezuela.

In this episode of Good in Practice, host Caroline Heller sits down with Elizabeth Hadley, a Greenberg Traurig shareholder in the firm's Austin office, to discuss a years-long pro bono legislative effort that culminated in a landmark victory for human trafficking survivors in Texas.  As the pro bono lobbyist for the Lone Star Justice Alliance, Elizabeth worked across multiple legislative sessions to pass a law establishing duress as a defense for victims of human trafficking who were forced to commit crimes by their abusers. The legislation, which was ultimately signed into law following a regular session, a gubernatorial veto, and a rare special session fix, allows survivors to introduce evidence of their history of trauma and exploitation at trial. Elizabeth and Caroline discuss the coalition-building and bipartisan cooperation that made the bill possible, the story of one survivor whose experience helped drive the effort, and what this work means to Elizabeth personally. They also reflect on how pro bono legislative work represents an often overlooked but powerful way for lawyers to give back to their communities.

Finanzministerin Karin Keller-Sutter bezeichnet das Lobbying der UBS beim Thema Bankenregulierung als «nicht so schweizerisch». Mit ihrer Kritik bringt die Bundesrätin ein Thema auf den Tisch, das normalerweise nicht gross in der Öffentlichkeit ist: Das Lobbying. «Das Lobbying von Unternehmen bleibt oft verborgen», sagt Politologe Oliver Huwyler. Die karen Aussagen von Keller-Sutter bezeichnet er als «aussergewöhnlich». News Plus fragt beim Politologen und bei der Organisation Transparency International Schweiz nach, was genau Unternehmen tun, um ihre Interessen in der Politik durchzusetzen. Und wie weit sie dabei gehen dürfen. ___________________ Habt Ihr Fragen oder Themen-Inputs? Schreibt uns gerne per Mail an newsplus@srf.ch oder sendet uns eine Sprachnachricht an 076 320 10 37. ____________________ Links: - Karin Keller-Sutter in der Samstagsrundschau: https://www.srf.ch/audio/samstagsrundschau/koennte-die-schweiz-auf-die-ubs-verzichten-karin-keller-sutter?id=AUDI20260425_NR_0011 - «Lobbyland»: https://www.srf.ch/audio/einfach-politik/folge-1-srf-podcastserie-lobbyland?id=8c5cc169-38db-486a-a911-7c95da912ca9 - «News Plus Hintergründe» zu Blatten: https://www.srf.ch/audio/news-plus-hintergruende ____________________ In dieser Episode zu hören: - Oliver Huwyler, Schweizer Politologe an der Universität Kopenhagen - Urs Thalmann, Geschäftsführer von Transparency International Schweiz ____________________ Team - Moderation: Dominik Brand - Produktion: Corina Heinzmann - Mitarbeit: Julius Schmid ____________________ Das ist «News Plus»: In einer Viertelstunde die Welt besser verstehen – ein Thema, neue Perspektiven und Antworten auf eure Fragen. Unsere Korrespondenten und Expertinnen aus der Schweiz und der Welt erklären, analysieren und erzählen, was sie bewegt. «News Plus» von SRF erscheint immer von Montag bis Freitag um 16 Uhr rechtzeitig zum Feierabend.

⭐️ Weltwoche daily ohne externe Video-Werbung geniessen? Werden Sie Abonnent! ▶️ https://weltwoche.ch/abonnemente/ Themen in diesem Video: Integrative Schule: Ende des Irrwegs in Sicht. SP ist schuld, dass Gewalt gegen Frauen zunimmt in der Schweiz. Hollywoodstar James Stewart und die Bombardierung von Zürich im Zweiten Weltkrieg. Karin Keller-Sutter greift Lobbying der UBS an Kostenlos informiert:

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Cameron is joined by Jessica Tocco, a government advising consultant and president of Shepherd Strategies, and they discuss the evolving landscape of medical aesthetics regulation. They highlight the challenges providers face, the importance of understanding their rights, and the need for active involvement in legislative processes. Jessica emphasizes the significance of education, advocacy, and grassroots efforts to ensure that the voices of medical aesthetics providers are heard in the regulatory arena.Cameron and Jessica talk about the critical aspects of compliance and safety in the medical aesthetics industry. They explore the importance of understanding state regulations, the rise of functional medicine, and the need for providers to maintain high standards of care. Jessica emphasizes the significance of being proactive in compliance and the potential growth areas within functional medicine, particularly in hormone treatments. They also highlight the challenges providers face in navigating regulations and the importance of empowering them to advocate for their industry.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:Providers must remember they are small business owners.The medical aesthetics industry has grown significantly over the last decade.Regulations are trying to catch up with industry growth.Providers have the right to speak to their elected officials.Fear of retribution should not prevent providers from advocating for their rights.Education is key to understanding the regulatory landscape.Grassroots involvement can influence legislation.Providers should be aware of their state regulations and scope of practice.Collaboration with organizations like AMSPA is crucial.Legislators often lack understanding of the medical aesthetics industry. Keep your house in order to avoid compliance risks.Understand the regulations surrounding pharmacy and medication in aesthetics.Join state-level associations for support and information.Ensure staff practice within their scope of practice.Be cautious with 1099 contractors to avoid liability.Functional medicine is a growing field with significant opportunities.Providers should be proactive in understanding state laws and regulations.Patient safety should always be the top priority in practice.Engage with legislators to influence industry regulations.Believe in your resources and capabilities as a provider.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

Much of what the Washington State Tree Fruit Association is focused on is engagement in state government affairs to help address the market uncertainty driven by government policy.

Rollie and Nicole are back with an exciting update about season 4, and a mini explainer on the Trump administration's “clean beautiful coal” mascot Coalie.BONUS EPISODES available on PatreonSOCIALS & MOREWANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? Please contact sponsors@multitude.productions DISCLAIMER: Some media clips have been edited for length and clarity. CREDITS Created by: Rollie Williams, Nicole Conlan & Ben BoultHosts: Rollie Williams & Nicole ConlanEditor: Laura ConteProducers: Daniella Philipson & Rebecca SteinbergAdditional Research and Fact Checking: Carly Rizzuto & Canute HaroldsonMusic: Tony Domenick Art: Jordan Doll Special Thanks: The Civil Liberties Defense CenterSOURCESTrump touts 'Beautiful Clean Coal', addresses energy costsTrump At UN: 'Climate Change Is The Greatest Con Job'10 Things to Know About How OSMRE Supports America's Energy Legacy and CommunitiesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you enjoy cannabis, then you owe a debt of gratitude to Dana Brearley.Why? Because Brearley, along with his co-founder, James Folan, spent YEARS lobbying at the state house in Maine, running a medical marijuana company (Arcana), and learning all of the ins and outs of the business, all of which helped to pave the way for the legalization of recreational cannabis in Maine in 2016.Now, the two best friends own East Coast Cannabis. They opened their flagship shop in Eliot, Maine, in 2020 - the first recreational cannabis store south of Portland. Since then, business has EXPLODED, and they now own two more locations in Waterville and Lebanon, Maine.On today's special 4/20 edition of the episode, Brearley joins host Troy Farkas to discuss his path from payroll to plants, the numerous medical benefits of cannabis and how it "changes people's lives," the long fight to legalize recreational cannabis in Maine, how ECC became the Seacoast's most recognizable cannabis brand, and more.Plus, why hasn't New Hampshire legalized it yet?To learn more about ECC's offerings, visit ECCannabis.com. EPISODE CHAPTERS:SS Live at Stone Church! (00:00)Dana's introduction to cannabis (01:20)Working in the medicinal marijuana scene (10:00)Lobbying to get recreational legalized (20:55)SPONSOR: Studioh! Salon (22:55)BTS of building ECC after Maine legalized recreational (24:38)Why Meta keeps taking down ECC's social media accounts (46:42)Expanding to three stores (50:45)SPONSORS: Brass Tacks Photography & Budget Blinds of the Seacoast (54:35)When will N.H. legalize? (57:38)Inside the shopping experience at ECC (01:06:20)SPONSORS:⁠⁠Studioh! Salon⁠⁠: Get $100 off your consultation regarding preventative hair loss! Visit ⁠⁠⁠their website⁠⁠⁠, book an appointment, and say that "Seacoast Stories" sent you for your discount.⁠⁠Visit Budget Blinds of the Seacoast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for local windows, shades, & creating your cozy Seacoast dream home!⁠Brass Tacks Photography⁠: Book your Mother's Day session for your mother, grandmother, or wife TODAY by clicking ⁠this link⁠.UPCOMING EVENTS:Seacoast Singles (35+) at 3S Artspace: THIS FRIDAY: 16 brave singles will stand on stage in a room full of single folks. It's hilarious, wholesome, and (single or not) we'd love to see you there. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy your ticket here.⁠⁠⁠Seacoast Stories Dinner Club: May 6 in Exeter, N.H. + May 20 in Portsmouth's West End! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seacoast Stories LIVE: On Thursday, May 7, the Seacoast's No. 1 podcast hits Stone Church in Newmarket, N.H.! ⁠⁠Space is limited. Secure your tickets here.⁠⁠AFFILIATE LINKS:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 Bridges Yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: NEW yoga students can unlock a stellar deal of $45 for unlimited classes at the Seacoast's top yoga studio for a month! Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3BridgesYoga.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, select the "Seacoast Stories" special, and type in promo code SEACOASTSTORIES to activate the deal.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Studio One⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Use the code COASTIE26 at checkout on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the Studio One website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to unlock a 1-month trial of UNLIMITED spin, yoga, strength, pilates, and barre classes for a special price of $25 for "Seacoast Stories" listeners ONLY!

Nonprofits often hesitate to engage in public policy, fearing they might cross into prohibited territory. But the real risk may be staying silent. Missing opportunities to shape the very systems that define their impact. This episode reframes advocacy as a strategic, mission-aligned responsibility, showing how organizations can influence policy through education, data, and relationships without engaging in direct lobbying. When done thoughtfully, policy engagement becomes not a distraction, but a powerful extension of a nonprofit's mission.

Portland city councilors are discussing a proposal that would raise take-home pay for Uber and Lyft drivers by limiting how much money the companies can take from each trip. Councilors are considering a limit of 20% for the portion that Uber and Lyft can take from a driver. Currently, the amount isn’t fixed, and can sometimes be over40%.   Uber and Lyft have threatened to leave Portland over the proposal. Uber claims it would force the company to raise its rates or operate at a loss for most rides.   The Portland Metro Chamber and the “We Play for Portland” Coalition, which includes the Portland Trail Blazers, the Oregon Symphony, Portland Art Museum and other Portland sports and arts organizations are opposed to the city council's draft proposal. The groups warned city council in a letter they released that if rideshare companies decrease their services or leave Portland, it could greatly affect audience turnout at Portland events.   We hear from Councilor Elana Pirtle-Guinea, as well as Jon Isaacs, the Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the Portland Metro Chamber of Commerce, about the draft proposal and what it could mean for the future of rideshare services in Portland.  

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: As much as $111.5 million of your money is being spent by local governments in Texas to lobby the Legislature – often for things contrary to your interests. The amount of taxpayer funded lobbying has doubled in the last decade and involves over 1000 lobbyists. The Senate has passed bills to limit this egregious practice but it's in the House, including under BurrowCrat Speaker Dustin Burrows, that the good reform bills die.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Baker Hughes oil and gas drilling rig report.Anti-Wimp update: Car burglar stopped by armed Arlington owner.San Antonio's big Northeast ISD may face takeover due to refusal to fully implement cellphone ban.Several DEI-related stories today involving Texas state universities: Texas Tech system to cut sexual orientation and gender identity degree programs Professor Who Manufactured ‘Plato Censorship' Hoax Resigns from Texas A&M; liberal SMU takes him aboard. Undercover Video Shows Continued DEI at UNT. Attorney General Ken Paxton investigates UNT officials over DEI policies, calls for firing staff member who bragged about illegal teachings. Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

For the first time in polling history, American sympathy for Palestinians has surpassed sympathy for Israel. AIPAC, once a powerhouse lobbying organization, has become toxic in Democratic politics. Democratic candidates are being pressed to publicly disavow AIPAC and answer directly whether what happened in Gaza constitutes genocide. Many are fumbling that question, and voters are noticing. Netanyahu and his government appear to understand the timeline clearly. With roughly two and a half years left in Trump's second term, they are working that window as hard as possible, knowing that if Democrats retake the House, Senate, and White House in 2028, the era of unconditional U.S. military funding and political cover is over. The $4 billion a year with no strings attached will not survive a Democratic majority. AIPAC is already reinventing itself through shell groups with generic American-sounding names to continue funneling money to candidates without the now-toxic AIPAC brand attached. Tim Miller recently called it the worst self-inflicted collapse of a lobbying organization he has ever witnessed. Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz threatens global trade. Israel is becoming an international pariah. The propaganda cover is gone, and the clock is running. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

What if thriving as a leader requires civic responsibility, not just career success? On today's episode, Brittany N. Cole sits down with Tequila Johnson, founder of The Equity Alliance, global speaker, civic strategist, and Harvard-certified power-building leader, to unpack the intersection of business, politics, power, and purpose. From registering 80,000 Black voters to building a multi-entity organization focused on cultural, economic, and political power, Tequila breaks down what civic engagement really means and why corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and working professionals can no longer afford to stay disengaged. This conversation explores how power is truly defined by control of resources rather than position, breaking down the role of lobbying in shaping policy and protecting interests, and why many middle-class professionals are pushing back against broken systems. It unpacks the difference between positional and influential power, reframes leadership branding as belief rather than aesthetics, and highlights the importance of radical authenticity during periods of transformation. It also examines how community power is built through economic leverage and what corporate leadership must look like in this new era of heightened civic accountability. Brittany also brings clarity to how leadership branding, identity alignment, and courageous visibility are required for leaders stepping into their next season. If you are a corporate executive, entrepreneur, civic leader, or ambitious professional navigating influence and impact, this episode will challenge how you think about power, engagement, and leadership responsibility. Thriving is not just about scaling your success.It is about understanding your influence and using it intentionally. KEY POINTS: - Civic engagement is a leadership competency - Power is the ability to control valuable resources - If you are not organizing your influence, someone else is - Corporations are talking politics whether you are or not - Lobbying is strategic advocacy - Positional power versus influential power - Why authenticity is power when fully owned - Accepting evolution as part of leadership growth - Leadership branding is a belief expressed consistently - Building power requires listening first - The Renaissance era of corporate accountability - Diversification of dollars and diversification of identity - Aligning ambition with purpose - Community engagement beyond photo ops QUOTES:   “Power in its essence is really your ability to control the value of resources.” — Tequila Johnson “If we aren't thinking about what our people need and what we value, then we're not really building power. We're building a facade.” — Tequila Johnson “Before you can put anything on, you have to see yourself, accept yourself, and say it.” — Brittany Cole  “Authenticity is recognizing the power you have and being able to stand firmly in that power and own that position.” — Tequila Johnson “Sometimes it is an intentional strategy to keep you civically disengaged.” — Brittany Cole  “We voted against the system because it's not working.” — Tequila Johnson “Before you can put anything on, you have to see yourself, accept yourself, and say it.” — Brittany Cole  GUEST RESOURCES  Tequila Johnson Website | theequityalliance.org RESOURCES Take the Leadership Brand Score Assessment How strong is your leadership brand? Take this free 3-minute assessment and get an instant score on your impact, your visibility, and the gap between the two. That gap is where your influence and your income are hiding. → scoremyleadershipbrand.com Join Leadership Brand Class Every Tuesday, Brittany teaches a free live class on leadership branding, helping you close the gap between the impact you're making and how visible that impact actually is. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this class will change how you think about your leadership. → leadershipbrandclass.com Love what you're hearing? Follow Brittany N. Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers  IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany N. Cole  IG | @BrittanyNCole  LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole  Let's Thrive Together is produced by EPYC Media Network

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed how the Bears continue to lobby the NFL to award them compensatory draft picks under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Falcons' new general manager.

Hawk lays out the growing conflict between AIPAC-funded Democrats and the progressive base they need to win the 2026 midterms. At the center of the story is Hasan Piker, a popular online media figure who connects with young voters, particularly young men, a demographic that broke heavily for Donald Trump in the last election. Despite that political reality, prominent Democrats including Cory Booker, Alyssa Slotkin, Ruben Gallego, and Mallory McMorrow have publicly refused to appear on Piker's platform, labeling him an anti-Semite while offering little to no evidence to support the claim. Hawk walks through the AIPAC donation records for each politician named, totaling millions of dollars in pro-Israel money flowing to the very Democrats now attacking Piker. Cory Booker's $5.8 million from AIPAC comes under particularly sharp scrutiny after a clip from the I've Had It podcast shows the hosts pressing him directly on his financial ties to Israel and his attendance at a Netanyahu photo op weeks after his celebrated Senate filibuster. The broader argument is that DNC establishment Democrats are once again crafting the constituency they want rather than responding to the one they have. With the United States now in a war with Iran, the Gaza genocide past two and a half years, and young voters already disengaged, the coordinated attacks on Piker represent a choice: protect corporate and foreign lobbying money, or compete seriously in November. Hawk makes clear he sees those as mutually exclusive. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

In this episode, D.C. lobbyist Madeline Wade, M.P.P., partner and founder of Brumidi Group, joins host Matt Kasson to discuss all things lobbying including her firm's role in working on behalf of APS to advance their policy priorities and implement meaningful policy actions. She also discusses her time on The Hill working under U.S. Representative Greg Walden, navigating the crowded D.C. political ecosystem, and the role of social media and its influence on political discourse. *Show Notes * Madeline Wade's Brumidi Group profile: https://www.brumidigroup.com/madeline-wade Madeline Wade's Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeline-wade-a2419639 This episode is produced by Association Briefings. Special Guest: Madeline Wade.

In this episode, Cole sits down with longtime lobbyist Mark Peysakhovich to unpack how policy actually gets made behind the scenes in Springfield. With over 30 years of experience, Mark shares his journey from immigrating to the United States to becoming a key figure in state legislative affairs, working across cannabis, hemp, healthcare, and more. The conversation goes far beyond cannabis, diving into how lobbying really works, why “just explaining the facts” is rarely enough, and how competing interests shape the laws that impact everyday people. From the fight over hemp to the realities of legalization, this episode offers a candid look at power, policy, and the gap between intention and outcome. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2026/03/27/e269/

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A woman is going viral for her testimony before the Minnesota House of Representatives, where legislators are considering a "Grandparents' Happy Hour" bill that would allow group homes to serve alcohol. VIDEO: https://www.wdjx.com/womans-testimony-for-grandparents-happy-hour-goes-viral/

Jim McTague reports Lancaster County reflects the national 1.4 percent GDP slowdown with flat retail, consumer price fatigue, and plummeting restaurant traffic due to rising costs and weight-loss drugs, while Washington DC lobbying and local health and construction sectors remain strong. 51879 GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC

Preview for later today. Jim McTague observes that Washington foot traffic and influence peddling are vividly rebounding, indicating a strong resurgence of corporate lobbying activity within the nation's capital.1890 ERIE RAILROAD

Whoo BOY! This week's episode is packed with info and stats. How did the US healthcare system get so expensive and complicated? Is it still better than some form of universal care? Throwing a lot of history and stats at you today, and comparing our model to the healthcare models of some other countries to show that there are other ways. Ways far cheaper for the average citizen that work as well as ours. So... why don't we change? Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.