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Basically Famous
Sarah Franklin

Basically Famous

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 29:46


Sarah Franklin has been immersed in agriculture her entire life, growing up on her family's farm before earning an agricultural economics degree from Texas A&M University. A graduate of the TALL XIV cohort, Sarah is passionate about giving back to her community and the agriculture industry through her involvement with organizations including the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo and her local stock show.Recently elected to the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Board of Directors, Sarah continues to be a strong advocate for agriculture and rural communities. In this episode, Sarah shares her career journey, her new leadership role, and what it looks like to balance a demanding career with motherhood as a working mom to two young children.This is my personal podcast and reflects my own thoughts, opinions, and experiences. This show is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or representative of any organization, employer, or entity.

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The Dairy Podcast Show
Dr. Barb Petersen: Smarter Dairy Monitoring | Ep. 211

The Dairy Podcast Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 29:48


In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Barb Petersen, dairy veterinarian and owner of Sunrise Veterinary Service, explains how precision dairy technologies can improve early health detection and support better management decisions. She shares practical insights on interpreting health alerts, choosing the right monitoring system for your operation, and combining technology with hands-on animal observation to achieve the best results. Listen now on all major platforms!"Early disease detection creates opportunities to identify health problems before clinical signs become visible, making treatment timing one of the most important factors influencing successful health outcomes."Meet the guest: Dr. Barb Petersen is a dairy veterinarian and owner of Sunrise Veterinary Service in Amarillo, Texas. She works with dairy and beef operations across the Texas Panhandle, specializing in herd health, nutrition, diagnostics, and precision livestock management. Dr. Petersen earned her DVM from Iowa State University and an MBA from West Texas A&M University. She is nationally recognized for helping identify and confirm the first H5N1 avian influenza outbreak in dairy cattle. Learn more from Dr. Barb Petersen on The Dairy Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!Tara Bohnert: Smarter Herd Monitoring | Ep. 181Samantha Reighard: Data-Driven Dairy Nutrition | Ep. 186What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:36) Introduction(03:11) Early detection timing(06:06) Health alert troubleshooting(11:11) Fresh cow conditions(19:39) Adoption decisions(23:41) Successful technology users(28:51) Closing thoughtsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* CowManager* Agri-Comfort* Afimilk* Evonik* Adisseo- dsm-firmenich- Chemlock Nutrition- DietForge- Agrarian Solutions- AHV- Natural Biologics- Protekta- Rangen Group

Law, disrupted
Re-release: From Provo to NEOM: A Lawyer's Career in Higher Education

Law, disrupted

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 35:49


John is joined by Michael K. Young, Professor of Law and Former President of Texas A&M University, the University of Washington and the University of Utah.  They discuss Michael's career in higher education, starting with his years at Columbia Law School, including the two and a half years that he was a visiting Professor at the University of Tokyo, his establishment of the East Asian Legal Studies Center at Columbia and continuing through his service at the State Department where he negotiated treaties involving trade, international environmental law, human rights, and the terms under which Germany was unified.  They then discuss Michael's tenure as Dean of George Washington Law School and the University of Utah and, later, President of the University of Utah, the University of Washington, and Texas A&M University. Michael describes his current role at a research center that is preparing the entire educational system, from primary school through university, for the futuristic megacity project in Saudi Arabia called NEOM.  Michael explains how his training as a lawyer helped him perform in these leadership positions by always maintaining his focus on the ends he is trying to achieve, the purpose of the institution and  seeing both sides of each issue.  Michael also explains several leadership lessons he has learned including that leaders need to genuinely listen and convey that they have listened, keep everyone focused on the institution's mission, spread credit generously and take blame when thing go wrong.  Finally, John and Michael discuss the current controversies over free speech at American campuses.  Michael shares his approach to handling volatile situations with controversial speakers.Podcast Link: Law-disrupted.fmHost: John B. QuinnProducer: Alexis HydeMusic and Editing by: Alexander Rossi

Progressive Dairy Podcast
Behind the Numbers: The True Impact of the Dairy Checkoff (Sponsored Podcast)

Progressive Dairy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 18:31


In this episode of Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast, economist Dr. Oral Capps of Texas A&M University breaks down more than a decade of independent research measuring the impact of the dairy checkoff. Speaking from the 2025 Joint Annual Meeting, Dr. Capps shares how checkoff investments across food service partnerships, fluid milk innovation, whole-fat dairy science and exports are delivering strong, measurable returns for U.S. dairy farmers. He explains the rigorous, peer-reviewed process behind his analysis, the role of third-party credibility and why programs like lactose-free milk, whole milk, butter and product innovation have contributed to a turnaround in fluid milk consumption. Dr. Capps also offers a farmer-focused perspective on what the checkoff means for the all-milk price and what the industry could look like without these efforts. This is a revealing look at the data, the methodology and the real-world outcomes demonstrating that checkoff investments are paying off—and strengthening dairy's future. Host: Scott Wallin, Vice President of Farmer Communications & Media Relations, Dairy Management Inc. Guest: Dr. Oral Capps, Executive & Regents Professor, Texas A & M University This episode is sponsored by Dairy Management Inc. This is episode 44 on the Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast.

Fangs Up
Dogs on a Leash

Fangs Up

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 59:41


Alabama A&M and Florida A&M University is not a rivalry of any sort, especially on the football field. This is largely because the Bulldogs have yet to defeat the Rattlers since the two have been in the SWAC. Well this year the teams meet again with the hopes that we will see more of the same. But Alabama A&M has a veteran QB that is returning and a 2nd year head coach all while FAMU looks very brand new. But by this point in the Season FAMU will know what they have and who they are.Also we are welcoming another personality to the show to see about enhancing the product.Good Times for some Good Conversation.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Technical Leadership Talks
Capstone Spotlight: SKYGUARD and AI for Agriculture

Technical Leadership Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 13:34


Can AI protect chickens from aerial predators?METM alumnus John Daughtridge set out to answer that question through his Capstone Project: SKYGUARD, an open-source AI-powered raptor detection system. In this episode, John shares the story behind the project, how the technology works, the challenges of building an AI solution from the ground up, and the real-world impact it could have for small-scale farmers. He also reflects on the lessons he learned during his METM Capstone and how the experience shaped his approach to technical leadership and innovation.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

The Pet Food Science Podcast Show
Dr. Jan Suchodolski: Better Biomarkers for Pet Nutrition | Ep. 164

The Pet Food Science Podcast Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 46:30


In this special episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, our co-host Dr. Jan Suchodolski from Texas A&M University explains why validated analytical methods are essential for reliable pet nutrition and gastrointestinal research. He discusses assay development, biomarker validation, omics technologies, microbiome analysis, and the role of artificial intelligence in improving research quality and diagnostics. Listen now on all major platforms!"Without proper measurements, scientific discoveries about nutrition and health cannot produce reliable conclusions because inaccurate methods create uncertainty and reduce confidence in biological interpretation."Meet the guest: Dr. Jan Suchodolski is Professor, Purina PetCare Endowed Chair for Microbiome Research, Associate Director and Head of Microbiome Sciences at the Gastrointestinal Laboratory at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on gastrointestinal biomarkers, intestinal microbiota, and diagnostic development. He has published more than 400 scientific articles, received the 2024 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award. He also serves as co-host of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show. Listen to Dr. Jan Suchodolski on The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!Don't miss the chance to be part of the Pet Food Inner Circle!Join now and connect with leading experts in pet nutrition: https://petfoodinnercircle.com/What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:16) Introduction(05:27) Assay validation basics(11:54) Discovery versus validation(18:33) Omics technologies(19:40) Bile acid biomarkers(26:04) Artificial intelligence(42:31) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Trouw Nutrition* Kemin- Biorigin- Rangen Group- DietForge- WiseVAs- The Owner's Box- Elevate- ZentrixOS- Zentrix Insights

Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles
The Success Chronicles #459- Dr. Daniel J. Thomas III

Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 35:33


Dr. Daniel J. Thomas III is an assistant professor of Urban Education  in the Department of Teaching Learning & Culture at Texas A&M University. Dr. Thomas' research focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Black male teachers and Black boys as well as the teaching of Black history in social studies courses.  Dr. Thomas is the author of 16 scholarly publications that have been featured in leading academic outlets including: Teachers College Record, International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education, Peabody Journal of Education, Race, Ethnicity & Education,  Urban Education, Theory and Research in Social Education, The Social Studies, and Sport, Education, and Society. At the University of Texas, Dr. Thomas won both the 3-Minute Thesis competition as well as the university's distinguished 'Outstanding Dissertation Award'. His most recent work on "(Re)imagining Self-Determination" has been awarded a $30,000 grant. He was also awarded prestigious $50,000 grant from the Spencer Foundation.Prior to the completion of his doctoral studies, Dr. Thomas taught secondary social studies in the Baltimore-Washington region where he simultaneously coached and mentored youth through a non-profit organization ran by a network of Black male teacher-coaches called Next Level Nation. He served alongside New Orleans Saints football coach, Cory Robinson, and the first African American Governor of Maryland, Wes Moore. During his stint working in college athletics at UC Berkeley, Thomas spearheaded the creation of the Black Student-Athlete Committee (BSAC). Dr. Thomas earned his PhD in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Texas at Austin, Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Social Studies from Johns Hopkins University, and Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Maryland where he was a walk-on football student-athlete. @Dr.DanielThomas3https://tr.ee/wJG_mxwIFz#drdanieljthomas3 #professor #gogetit Chip Baker Websitehttps://chipbaker.org/

Behind The Numbers
Behind the Numbers of Authority: How Smart Leaders Turn Stages Into Revenue - Terry Fossum

Behind The Numbers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 29:45 Transcription Available


On this episode of Behind the Numbers, host Dave Bookbinder sits down with Terry Fossum - #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, global TEDx speaker, LA Magazine's Person of the Year, and winner of Fox's Kicking & Screaming. Together, they go behind the data to unpack the hidden drivers of enterprise value, executive execution, and authority-building. Terry shares his "throw away the box" playbook for business reinvention and breaks down the behavioral economics behind his Oxcart Technique - a framework grounded in prospect theory designed to engineer success and eliminate execution breakdowns. Key Topics Covered: The Disruption Data: Why 52% of the Fortune 500 from the year 2000 no longer exist, and why a company's past success is often its biggest threat. Closing the Quota Gap: Why 73% of sales reps miss their targets and how to design "failure scenarios" that actually motivate action. The Economics of Authority: How leaders can leverage stages and books as strategic business assets to turn invisible expertise into high-value clients. Reverse-Engineering Systems: Lessons in persistence from Terry's brother, who decoded NASA's selection process to become an ISS Space Station Commander after being rejected six times. High-Stakes Leadership: What surviving the Fijian jungle on reality TV teaches us about guiding teams through fear, uncertainty, and corporate transformation. Resources & Links Mentioned: Build your authority platform: TheStageAdvantage.com Keynotes, books & coaching: TerryLFossum.com Find Terry's bestselling book, The Oxcart Technique, on Amazon Listen to the Comeback Chronicles podcast About Our Guest: Terry L. Fossum is a #1 Wall Street Journal, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble bestselling author (and USA Today bestseller) of The Oxcart Technique. His TEDx talk was ranked the #2 New TEDx Talk in the World. He has delivered more than 1,500 keynote engagements and helped raise millions of dollars from the platform. He delivers two signature keynotes. Never Miss a Goal Again, built on his Oxcart Technique® and grounded in Nobel Prize–winning behavioral economics, is the keynote sales-driven organizations bring in when traditional training stops producing — insurance agencies, real estate brokerages, financial advisors, dealership groups, and direct-sales companies. Throw Away the Box helps leadership teams and organizations reinvent themselves in the age of AI, built on original interviews with the leaders behind NASA, Tesla, The North Face, E!, and FANUC. In 2017, Terry won Fox's prime-time network reality competition Kicking & Screaming, representing the Boy Scouts of America. He is a former Captain in the United States Air Force, a graduate of Texas A&M University, and the President & Endowment Chair of the BSA's Inland Northwest Council. About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as a trusted provider for independent business valuations, corporate asset appraisals, and exit planning advisory and he is the person that business owners and their advisors reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.    Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.  He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.

STR Investing, The Podcast
Monday Market Data: Breakdown of College Station, TX Amenities Market

STR Investing, The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 7:11


In this week's Monday Market Data Report, Mark Lumpkin breaks down the short-term rental market in College Station, Texas—home of Texas A&M University and one of the country's most seasonal STR markets.Football weekends, graduation, and major sporting events create huge demand, making pricing strategy just as important as the property itself.In this episode, Mark covers:* Revenue potential by bedroom count* Why 4 and 5-bedroom homes outperform the rest* The unique seasonality of a college-town STR market* Which amenities help properties stand outThe data shows:• 1–2 Bedrooms → ~$35K/year average• 3 Bedrooms → ~$41K/year average• 4 Bedrooms → ~$53K/year average• 5+ Bedrooms → ~$70K/year averageAmenity penetration:* Fire Pits → 42%* Game Rooms → 16%* Pools → 9%* Pool Tables → 8%* Hot Tubs → 8%* Pickleball Courts → 2.5%* Mini Golf → 3%* Movie Theaters → 4%The takeaway?In College Station, your biggest advantage isn't just amenities—it's owning the right-sized property and maximizing revenue during peak football and graduation weekends.Subscribe for new Market Data Reports every Monday and expert guest interviews every Friday.

The Broadcast Retirement Network
Predicting Beef Prices: Can Summer Seasonality Help?

The Broadcast Retirement Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 13:30


In this video, we break down the data-driven approach to forecasting retail beef prices, highlighting how time-series and machine-learning methods can capture seasonality, demand shifts, and lagged effects. We also explore why prices often change around key consumer moments—like the weeks following July 4th—and what those patterns imply about the balance between supply and demand in the grocery market. We're joined by David Anderson, PhD., from Texas A&M University, who explains the motivation behind the research and the practical goal of building more accurate predictions for everyday food costs. From the role of protein substitution and value cuts to the way broader economic signals can indirectly influence grocery choices, this discussion connects the modeling techniques to real shopper behavior—making the forecasting feel both understandable and actionable.

Christian Natural Health
Preventing Cognitive Decline : Interview with Dr David Teitelbaum

Christian Natural Health

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 32:31 Transcription Available


Dr. David Teitelbaum is a veterinarian and osteopathic physician who has practiced integrative and functional medicine in Fort Worth, Texas for more than 40 years. He earned his veterinary degree from Texas A&M University in 1976 and later received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in 1984. Throughout his career, Dr. Teitelbaum has focused on helping patients achieve long-term wellness through a combination of osteopathic medicine, osteopathic manipulation, acupuncture, prolotherapy injections, and lifestyle-based approaches to health. His work emphasizes restoring function and supporting the body’s natural capacity for healing. Dr. Teitelbaum is the author of several books, including Optimal Brain Wellness, as well as two Christian books exploring faith, purpose, and spiritual growth. He continues to write and speak about lifelong health, resilience, and holistic wellness. To learn more about Dr Teitelbaum and to find his books, see www.doctor-t.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Attitude with Arnie Arnesen
Episode 1029: Arnie Arnesen Attitude July 22 2026

Attitude with Arnie Arnesen

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 58:00


Part 1:We talk with Jonathan Feingold, New Republic staff writer and author of The Great Divergence: Americas Growing Inequality Crisis and What We Can Do About It.We discuss how Trump has been using no-bid contracts to aim money at his supporters. The work is being arranged for 'improvements' to government properties, often shoddy and very expensive.Part 2:We talk with Jonathan Feingold, Prof. of Law at Boston University.Jon & Arnie discuss the rising repression at Texas universities. The Texas state legislature, with help from handpicked rightwing administrators, is systematically undoing the decades of work that led to world class higher education in the state. AtTexas A&M University, administrators are scanning syllabi to purge content about race and gender. AtThe University of Texas at Austin, Jim Davis (President) and William Inboden (Provost) are overruling their own departments to strip tenure from faculty whose work they dislike. At Texas Tech, you're not allowed to use the word "systemic." This isn't the end of the story. Folks on the ground are pushing back to defend their own institutions from unapologetic bigotry and internal sabotage. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Sound Investing
Stuff Happens: Perspective From Ben Carlson's Risk and Reward

Sound Investing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 60:51


The hardest part of investing isn't choosing funds — it's building a set of beliefs strong enough to keep you disciplined when the market, the news, and your own emotions all conspire to pull you off course.In this episode, Paul sets aside the usual fine-tuning tables and turns to one of his favorite books, Ben Carlson's Risk and Reward. Table by table, Ben makes the same point in a dozen different ways: the bad stuff is normal, it's happened before, and it will happen again. The goal isn't to avoid it — it's to expect it, so you can stay the course.Along the way, Paul walks through:• The 10 worst days, months, and years in market history — and how the market behaved 1, 5, and 10 years later• Why bonds turn a 43% stock loss into something far gentler, and why a simple 60/40 has never had a losing 20-year period• How stocks actually perform before, during, and after a recession (the average is a gain)• The "dead cat bounces" of 2000–2002 and why three years of false hope wear investors down• What a century of international returns says about putting all your eggs in one basket• The most quietly important number in investing: the market's average daily return of 0.03% — a lifetime of baby stepsThe theme underneath it all: future returns will likely look a lot like the past. We simply have no way to know the sequence — and that's exactly why realistic expectations, low costs, and broad diversification matter more than any forecast.The biggest enemy of the investor, as the data keeps showing, isn't the market. It's the investor.BRINGING FINANCIAL FREEDOM TO NEW AUDIENCESLast week I spent more than three hours with 89 graduating nurses at Texas A&M University, exploring one life-changing idea: how a handful of smart financial decisions can add millions of dollars to your lifetime financial security. Many of you asked to see what these presentations look like, so we're making this one available to watch (link below).LINKS• Ben Carlson, Risk and Reward (Foundation earns when you use this link)• Texas A&M nursing school presentation (3+ hour video)• Texas A&M student feedback• Mike Piper, Social Security Made Simple / other titles• Personal Finance in Your 20s & 30s For Dummies• Free books from Paul Merriman• Boot Camp series & tables

Basically Famous
Julie Bass, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Basically Famous

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 19:41


Julie Bass serves as the Chief Mission Officer for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, an organization dedicated to promoting agriculture through a family-friendly experience that educates and entertains the public, celebrates Western heritage, supports Texas youth, and provides year-round educational opportunities throughout the community.A proud graduate of Texas A&M University, Julie has spent the past 20 years helping shape one of the world's largest and most impactful livestock shows and rodeos. In this episode, she shares exciting details about the future expansion of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, what it takes to coordinate more than 36,000 volunteers each year, and the incredible impact the organization has on the next generation through scholarships, educational programs, and agricultural advocacy.https://www.rodeohouston.com/https://www.rodeohouston.com/the-rodeo-announces-transformational-multimillion-dollar-investment-to-build-new-agricultural-complex/This is my personal podcast and reflects my own thoughts, opinions, and experiences. This show is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or representative of any organization, employer, or entity.

Dairy Stream
Key market trends – the component shift, beef on dairy

Dairy Stream

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 27:30


Components and beef on dairy are the strong themes in this interview. We dive into a farm's true net revenue, historic high beef prices and future items to keep an eye on. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest, Dr. Megan Roberts, discuss the following topics:  Structural shifts occurring now compared to 5-10 years ago Diversification in dairy changing baseline stability Three items to note on your milk check Calculating a farm's ‘true' net revenue Hedging strategies Beef on dairy, herd rebuild Cost of purchasing vs raising a replacement heifer vs crossbred calf Less cull cows, what does the next 12–18-month dairy cycle projection Keeping an eye on in 2026 and into 2027 About the guest Dr. Megan Roberts is a seasoned agricultural economist at Compeer Financial, bringing experience in farm economics, agribusiness education and policy analysis. With deep roots in agriculture, Megan combines academic expertise and hands-on farming experience to provide real-world insights that help farmers navigate economic challenges and opportunities. Before joining Compeer, Megan spent years teaching agricultural economics and business in higher education, including leadership roles in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and as an Extension educator at the University of Minnesota. She holds a doctorate in agricultural education from Texas A&M University, along with a master's and bachelor's degree in agriculture from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Beyond academia, Megan is a farmer herself, living on a farrow-to-finish hog, corn and soybean farm in southern Minnesota with her husband and son. Growing up on a dairy farm and now co-managing her family's operation, she understands the day-to-day realities of farming, giving her a unique perspective that blends economic theory with practical application. Megan is a regular speaker at industry events and published author on farm business strategies and ag policy. Her ability to break down complex economic trends into actionable insights makes her a trusted resource for today's farmers and agribusiness professionals. This is sponsored by Compeer Financial.   Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com.  *Recorded July 6

The Broadcast Retirement Network
Fertilizer, Fuel, and Beef: How Costs Ripple Through Grocery Prices

The Broadcast Retirement Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 18:23


Texas A&M University's David Anderson discusses the USDA's 18-month forecast. Grocery prices are likely to stay higher, largely because food and energy costs have outsized influence and can be harder to predict. The discussion emphasizes that forecasts aren't magic—major shocks like drought, animal disease outbreaks (such as avian influenza), or energy price spikes can shift what happens after the forecast is released—but the modeling still provides a useful planning picture.

Basically Famous
Allison Burenheide, Vence Global Marketing Lead

Basically Famous

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 30:29


Allison Burenheide is a proud graduate of Texas A&M University and Oklahoma State University who has never been afraid to bet on herself, take risks, and grow through every opportunity. Today, she leads global marketing at Vence, helping shape innovation and storytelling within the agriculture industry on an international scale.Throughout her career, Allison has built a reputation for leading with both strategy and heart. She is passionate about investing in people, creating opportunities for the next generation, and helping others recognize the value they bring to the table.This week, Allison joins us to talk about building a career with intention, developing skills that make you hireable, and why taking chances can open doors you never expected. From leadership and mentorship to personal growth and career development, this conversation is full of wisdom for anyone looking to make an impact in agriculture and beyond.Books - Dare to Lead Shoe Dog This is my personal podcast and reflects my own thoughts, opinions, and experiences. This show is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or representative of any organization, employer, or entity.

The Behaviour Speak Podcast
Building a Legacy: Quatiba Davis, Family, and the Next Generation of Behavior Analysts

The Behaviour Speak Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 90:48


Leadership isn't something we inherit—it's something we model. In this powerful multi-generational conversation, Ben Reiman welcomes Quatiba Davis, along with her daughters, Keniyah Rowe and Kennedy Rowe, for an honest discussion about leadership, resilience, representation, disability, family, and the future of Applied Behaviour Analysis. Quatiba shares the remarkable journey that took her from special education teacher to becoming the first Black Chief Clinical Officer in ABA, overseeing clinical services across more than 50 clinics. Along the way, she reflects on growing up in the Bronx, overcoming adversity, learning through failure, and why she believes leadership is built by serving others rather than pursuing titles. Episode 279 begins with Kennedy's story. Following an in-utero stroke, Kennedy faced developmental challenges that changed the trajectory of her mother's career forever. What began as one family's search for answers ultimately inspired Quatiba to pursue behaviour analysis and dedicate her career to improving the lives of others. As the discussion unfolds, Keniyah shares her own path—from graphic design to psychology and now graduate studies in behaviour analysis at The Chicago School. Rather than simply following in her mother's footsteps, she reflects on finding her own identity, embracing leadership in her own way, and exploring how creativity and behaviour science can intersect. Together, the family discusses: • How modelling shapes future leaders • Parenting through adversity • Disability, dignity, and high expectations • Black representation within behaviour analysis • The importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) • Entrepreneurship and leadership • Why failure often becomes our greatest teacher • Mentorship and paying opportunities forward • Building businesses without sacrificing ethics • Creating a legacy through service Throughout the conversation, one message continually emerges: leadership is not defined by job titles or professional status. Leadership is reflected in the people we encourage, the barriers we remove, and the opportunities we create for those who come after us. Whether you're an experienced BCBA, a student entering the field, a parent, educator, or someone passionate about creating meaningful change, this episode offers wisdom that extends far beyond behavior analysis. About Our Guests Quatiba Davis is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, executive clinical leader, keynote speaker, professor, and author whose work focuses on clinical excellence, leadership, ethics, assessment, and expanding representation within Applied Behavior Analysis. She currently serves as Chief Clinical Officer at ABA Centers, overseeing clinical services across dozens of locations while helping develop the next generation of clinicians. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OMgXWMPzkwc Follow Quatiba on: LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ms-quatiba-davis-m-ed-bcba-laba-lba-iba-3078808/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/quatibadavis_bcba/                     https://www.instagram.com/qed82/ Keniyah Rowe is currently completing graduate studies in Applied Behavior Analysis at The Chicago School after earning her psychology degree from Howard University. She is also the founder of Signs of Beauty, an entrepreneurial venture celebrating identity, culture, and self-expression. Follow Keniyah on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keniyah-rowe-94524922b/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keniyah.___/ Signs of Beauty:  https://www.instagram.com/signsofbeautyy/   Kennedy Rowe is a Business Administration student at Florida A&M University (FAMU) whose interests include entrepreneurship, marketing, and mental health. Her personal journey inspired her mother's entrance into the field of behavior analysis and continues to influence the next generation of leaders. Follow Kennedy on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennedy-rowe-8b521a328/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennedyyy._____/   Links: Signs of Beauty https://signsofbeauty.bigcartel.com/ https://www.instagram.com/signsofbeautyy/ Quatiba's Interview on Beyond The Science https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1RxCIHsIjc Continue the Conversation If this episode resonated with you, here are a few other Behaviour Speak conversations that explore similar themes of leadership, representation, mentorship, and the future of behaviour analysis: Episode 76 – *The Next Generation of Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis: Empowering Success* (Adrienne Bradley, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA) This conversation explores the importance of representation, mentorship, and the creation of opportunities for emerging Black behaviour analysts. It pairs beautifully with today's discussion about modelling leadership and inspiring the next generation. https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/   Episode 142 – *Creating a Powerhouse: Forging Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis* Leadership doesn't happen in isolation. This episode examines what it takes to develop Black leaders in behaviour analysis, build supportive professional communities, and create lasting systems change—many of the same themes explored by Quatiba, Keniyah, and Kennedy. https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-142-creating-a-powerhouse-forging-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis/   Episode 237 – *An HBCU First: Training the Next Generation of Black Behavior Analysts at Florida A&M University* After hearing Quatiba discuss helping establish the BCaBA program at Florida A&M University, take a deeper dive into the story behind the first ABA training program at an HBCU and the importance of expanding access to behaviour analysis education. https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-237-an-hbcu-first-training-the-next-generation-of-black-behavior-analysts-at-florida-am-university/  

The Big Honker Podcast
Episode #1092: Travis Schneider

The Big Honker Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 96:54


Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Travis Schneider, owner of Northern Prairie Outfitters in Alberta and GooseBusters Guide Service in Arkansas.The guys discuss Travis's days as a football player at Texas A&M University and speculate how different his college career might have been in today's era of NIL. Travis reflects on nearly flunking out during his freshman year, the wake-up call that changed his trajectory, and the coach that got him back on track academically.Fresh off working the National Amateur Retriever Championship in Oregon, Travis also shares stories from one of the premier events in the retriever world. They look at the invaluable role that a well-trained hunting dog plays in the success of every waterfowl hunter, and why great dogs are true partners in the blind.To wrap things up, Travis provides an update on the current landscape of waterfowl outfitters in Canada, including ongoing discussions surrounding American-owned hunting operations and what those changes could mean for guides, outfitters, and traveling hunters.

Success Made to Last
Truly Significant Texans honors Shara McClure- Chairwoman of the Texas A&M Former Students Association

Success Made to Last

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 40:35 Transcription Available


Truly Significant Texans honors Shara McClure, Chairwoman of the Texas A&M Former Students Association. Originally from Port Nueces Grove, Texas, her parents were both teachers, fully involved with students, and on a mission to build their own strong family.  Shara majored in Business Analysis at Texas A&M graduating in 1990. She was a part of the co-op program interning at Dow Chemical. There she met her future husband, Craig McClure, a chemical engineer major from Colorado State. Now married for 35 years and with two Aggie offspring, Shara now leads the board that oversees 640,000+ former students from Texas A&M University. It is in service that Shara McClure has found her true significance. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

The Inquiry
Can the New World Screwworm be stopped?

The Inquiry

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 24:12


Flesh-eating parasitic flies have been found in the US state of Texas for the first time in decades. Known as the New World Screwworm, officials have now put plans in place to try and contain its spread. The fly feeds off warm-blooded animals, like cattle, dogs and horses, but if detected early enough, with treatment, the animals can make a full recovery. It can also infest humans, but human deaths are rare and it poses no food safety issues. The New World Screwworm is not a new problem; it is considered endemic in South America and some parts of Central America, towards South America. But despite the United States declaring itself screwworm free in the 1960s, the country has since seen several outbreaks. Officials have been tracking this latest case since late 2024. To date, the most widely used method to try and control the spread of the screwworm is the Sterile Insect Technique, whereby millions of flies are hatched and exposed to radiation, before they are released into the wild. And the idea here is that as the females only mate once in a lifetime, any eggs they lay will be unfertilised and will not hatch. There is currently only one facility hatching these flies in operation and there are not enough sterile flies being produced. In addition, there is a concern over a lack of knowledge among new veterinary recruits on how to deal with a problem that many may be experiencing for the first time. So, can the New World Screwworm be stopped?Contributors Grace VanHoy, veterinarian and professor, UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine, California, USA Thomas Rath, author and assistant professor, History Department, University College London, UK Dr Phillip Kaufman, professor and head of department of entomology, Texas A&M University, chair of the Texas A&M AgriLife New World Screwworm Task Force, USA Rui Cardoso Pereira, head of insect pest control section, Joint FAO/IAEA Programme of Nuclear Techniques in Food and Agriculture, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.Presenter: Charmaine Cozier Producer: Jill Collins Researcher: Amelia Cox Sound engineer: Craig Boardman Production management: Phoebe Lomas and Liam Morrey Editor: Tom Bigwood(Photo: New World Screwworm poster. Credit: Joel Angel Juarez/Getty Images)

Naked Beauty
Hope Giselle Wants Accomplices, Not Allies

Naked Beauty

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 67:52


Hope Giselle joins us to talk about her incredible journey to becoming a sought-after activist and speaker. Hope began her advocacy work fighting for inclusion and access for herself as an undergraduate at Alabama A&M University. Hope founded the university's first LGBTQ+ organization and later became the first openly trans woman to earn a Master of Fine Arts from the university. She has since built a decade-long career as an activist, author, speaker, and nonprofit founder (AllowMe). Hope has proven that nothing is off limits to her, and she has committed her life's work to ensuring the same for all others. During our conversation, we talked about the incredible life she's built fighting against marginalization, and how she manages to look so good doing it.During our conversation, Hope told us what it was like growing up in Miami and having others project their beliefs about her gender and sexuality onto her at five years old. We talked about how growing up surrounded by her stylish Caribbean family of Cuban and Haitian descent shaped her ideas about femininity and womanhood. She shared that her journey of defining and redefining herself was difficult, but at 19, a video of Janet Mock opened up new possibilities for her life. Hope talked about the most eye-opening aspects of her transition, especially at an HBCU that skews conservative about gender and sexuality. We have an incredible conversation about why there is sometimes a struggle among cis women, with being in community with our trans sisters, and how we might overcome those barriers. Hope brilliantly outlines the dangers trans people face each day, and the tangible ways we can all fight transphobia and transmisia. Of course, there was beauty talk, about the ways that the LGBTQ+ community has shaped the beauty industry across time. She also gave us her entire skincare, body care, and makeup routines.Tune in as we discuss:(00:00) Welcome Hope Giselle(4:35) What Being Caribbean Taught Hope About Gender Presentation(8:15) Early Introduction To Definitions of Queerness and Gender Identity(10:45) How Janet Mock Introduced Her To Transness(17:45) The Struggles Of Being In Community With Cis Women(26:10) Facing Violence After Being Outed(30:40) What Keeps Her In The Professional Activism Space(36:58) Why Hope Wants Accomplices, Not Allies(40:55) How To Support Trans People In Your Everyday Life(47:20) How Queer and Trans People Have Shaped The Beauty Industry(47:35) Trans Icons Across Time(55:35) Her Skincare Routine(58:39) Her Bodycare Routine(1:00:43) Favorite Makeup Products(1:04:04) Her MAC Classics (1:05:49) Hair Journey(1:12:15) When She Feels The Most BeautifulRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on AppleJoin the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanetThanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you're listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :)Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Hope @hopegiselleProducts:Face:The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% EmulsionSalt Water Vanilla Body ButterTIRTIR Ceramic Milk AmpouleDrunk Elephant B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic AcidGood Molecule Daily Moisturizer Olay Super SerumInnisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic SerumBody:Sol de Janeiro Limited Edition Cheirosa 71 *out of stockLush Golden Egg Glitter Mist SprayMakeup:TIRTIR FoundationAbout Face The Performer FoundationYSL LipstickONE/SIZE Oil Sucker SprayONE/SIZE Powder Melt Glass Setting SprayMAC Lip Pencil ChesnutMAC Time Check Lotion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles
The Success Chronicles Hangout and Highlight with Coach Tamika Newman

Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2026 27:26


Shattering the glass ceiling, setting a new standard, leading the way and winning best describes Tamika R. Newman's journey. She is a native Houstonian. Tamika's passion for sports and desire to help students in underserved communities has kept her in education for over a decade. She just released her new workbook “Grit and Grind- The 5th Set Workbook”Tamika is the owner of Grit and Grind Athletics LLC, an athletic service provider. She is committed to providing affordable and professional skills and leadership training to players and coaches.Tamika holds a Bachelor of Communications and a Masters in Business Administration. She is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University.Tamika has a passion for professional and personal development and mentorship. A firm believer in paying it forward, she takes on new mentees yearly. tamikanewman.com#coachtamikanewman #gritandgrind #gogetit https://chipbaker.org/

#RolandMartinUnfiltered
FAMU Funding Fight Explodes. DeSantis Maps Stand. Fisk Data Center Backlash

#RolandMartinUnfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 127:20 Transcription Available


6.11.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: FAMU Funding Fight Explodes. DeSantis Maps Stand. Fisk Data Center Backlash_For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (724) 264-8281 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/roland *Paid Partnership*_ It's known that for the last 30 years, states have underfunded historically Black land-grant institutions by $13 billion. Luckily for Florida A&M University, a federal appeals court has revived a lawsuit alleging that the State of Florida underfunded the HBCU by nearly $2 billion over three decades. We'll talk to the civil rights attorney handling the case. The proposed data center project at Fisk University is facing growing resistance from community members and HBCU alums. We'll also talk to Black Voters Matter's Chief of Staff about the launch of their multi-media series titled "Declaration of a New Nation." Florida's Supreme Court is allowing the maps drawn by Governor Ron DeSantis, designed to help Republicans gain up to four additional House seats. Bishop William Barber will be here to discuss the upcoming multi-state civic engagement campaign to recruit, train, and deploy leaders across the country. CNN's fact-checker has gone missing - he hasn't been on air for months. I wonder if it has something to do with the pending merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount/Skydance? And in tonight's Shop Black Star Network-dot-com segment, The Rad Black Kids, an evolving clothing brand based in Portugal that is pushing for more ethical and sustainable clothing. Black Star Network Partner: ChapterFor free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (724) 264-8281 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/roland *Paid Partnership* Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.____Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texas Ag Today
Texas Ag Today - June 22, 2026

Texas Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 23:20


*Feedlot inventories are larger than a year ago.  *A bill that would make Daylight Savings Time permanent is considered in Congress.  *The Texas House Committee on Agriculture and Livestock held a screwworm hearing last week. *The meat lab at West Texas A&M University is attracting attention. *Late spring rains are impacting Southeast Texas row crops.  *A Texas metro area has been chosen for a USDA hub.*Texas wheat harvest is wrapping up, and it's been a year many producers would like to forget.  *There are some new guidelines for parasite control in cattle.  

The Ezra Klein Show
Canceling Plato

The Ezra Klein Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 40:08


Who gets to decide what's taught in college classrooms? And should the answer be different at private colleges than at public universities? In today's episode, guest host Avishay Artsy speaks to philosophy professor Martin Peterson about why Texas A&M University asked him to stop teaching part of Plato's “Symposium.” The two discuss academic freedom, who gets to decide what's taught in university classrooms, and the value of Plato's writing. The episode explores what happens when politics and educational values collide on campus. Host: Avishay Artsy, Vox Supervising Producer Guest: Martin Peterson, Professor of Philosophy at Texas A&M University We would love to hear from you. To tell us what you thought of this episode, email us at thegrayarea@vox.com or leave us a voicemail at 1-800-214-5749. Your comments and questions help us make a better show. And you can watch new episodes of The Gray Area on YouTube. Listen to The Gray Area ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Shows Feed | Horse Radio Network
Solving Common Equine Skin Problems - Ask The Horse

All Shows Feed | Horse Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 59:31


Equine skin problems can stem from a wide range of causes, including parasites, bacterial or fungal infections, allergies, and prolonged exposure to moisture or irritants. Successfully managing horses with skin problems relies on working with your veterinarian to identify the underlying issue and appropriately treat it. Because many dermatologic conditions can look similar in the early stages, it's important to have the veterinarian evaluate your horse promptly to help prevent complications and improve outcomes. During this episode, veterinarians answer your questions about common equine skin problems. This episode is brought to you by Creative Science. Meet the Experts: Julia Miller, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, was equine-focused in veterinary school at Cornell University, in Ithaca, New York, and completed a rotating large animal internship at the University of Georgia, in Athens, after graduation. She then went on to be a mixed animal general practitioner for several years before finding her true love, dermatology, and heading back to Cornell for her residency. She now practices in the beautiful land of the bluegrass in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky and loves working on all creatures great and small!Carly Turner-Garcia, DVM, Dipl. ACT, spent her earlier years working in exotic and small animal veterinary medicine before finding her passion for horses during undergraduate studies at Berry College, in Mount Berry, Georgia. She graduated from The University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine, in Athens, continued to an internship at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, and a residency in theriogenology at Texas A&M University, in College Station, where she earned her Dipl. ACT. She spent the next 10 years in private practice in Weatherford, Texas, and Guthrie, Oklahoma, seeing everything from critical neonatal cases to orthopedic emergencies with a heavy caseload of advanced reproduction. She recently joined the team at Creative Science as a technical services veterinarian while operating her own practice, Black Type Equine, focusing on advanced equine reproduction throughout the U.S. Her biggest joy comes from spending time with her husband, Taylor Garcia, PhD, and their two boys on their ranch in Oklahoma raising cattle, Quarter Horses, and working dogs.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep995: SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-10-26.

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 55:32


SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-10-26.Greg Scarlatoiu analyzes Xi Jinping's visit to Pyongyang, noting that Kim Jong-un now views himself as a strategic equal to Xi and Putin. Despite sanctions, North Korea's economy shows a facade of growth fueled by billions made exporting artillery and special forces to Russia. Kim is also modernizing his security apparatus into a structure similar to Russia's FSB. (1)Professor Jim Holmes discusses the naval balance between the U.S. and China, suggesting the PLA Navy aims for six aircraft carriers to project power in the Western Pacific and Indian Ocean. While China has made strides in naval aviation without the heavy losses the U.S. historically endured, Holmes believes they still lag behind in technological sophistication and human tactical proficiency. (2)Victoria Coates highlights Taiwan's indispensable role in the global AI revolution through TSMC's high-end chip production, which the U.S. and China currently cannot replicate. She emphasizes that Taiwan's engineering "super workers" are a state secret. Coates also discusses the political friction in Washington regarding arms sales and the need for Taiwan to increase its own defense spending. (3)Victoria Coates addresses the Pentagon's decision to list major Chinese companies like BYD and Alibaba as security risks due to their military ties. She argues for clear country-of-origin labeling on products to inform American consumers. Furthermore, Coates criticizes the Biden administration for prioritizing climate goals over addressing China's use of forced labor in the solar panel supply chain. (4)Natalie Ecanow details Qatar's massive $400 billion investment footprint in the United States, including high-profile real estate like New York's Park Lane Hotel and significant orders for Boeing aircraft. She argues these investments are not merely financial but serve to buy long-term political influence and goodwill with American policymakers, regardless of party affiliation, by embedding Qatari wealth into the U.S. economy. (5)Natalie Ecanow explains that Qatari wealth is controlled by the Al-Thani autocracy, whose values often conflict with U.S. interests, such as their support for Hamas and the Taliban. She highlights the lack of transparency in Qatarifunding, citing a lawsuit that revealed nearly half a billion dollars in undisclosed money sent to Texas A&M University, and calls for stricter U.S. disclosure laws. (6)Joel Kotkin examines the definition of fascism, arguing that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is not a fascist because she respects democratic norms. He identifies China's government-led economy as the closest modern parallel to historical fascism. Kotkin also warns of "techno-fascism," where a small group of global tech companies exert unprecedented control over public opinion and information through surveillance tools. (7)Joel Kotkin disputes the label of "fascist" for the MAGA movement, noting it lacks the youth-driven, paramilitary organization characteristic of movements led by Mussolini or Hitler. He describes MAGA as a chaotic coalition of various interest groups held together by Donald Trump's personality. Kotkin emphasizes that using the term as a political slur ruins the possibility of necessary civil discourse. (8)Michael Bernstam discusses a looming glut of liquefied natural gas driven by record U.S. shale production, which is stabilizing energy prices in Europe. Regarding Russia, he explains that while crude exports continue, Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries have created a domestic manufacturing crisis, leading to fuel shortages for Russian agriculture and industry that are difficult to repair under sanctions. (9)Michael Bernstam reveals that China has significantly reduced its oil imports by nearly half by drawing on massive strategic reserves of 1.4 billion barrels and increasing electric vehicle adoption. Simultaneously, the U.S. has reached record domestic oil production of nearly 14 million barrels per day. These factors combined help lower global oil prices despite declining inventories in other OECD countries. (10)Tal Fortgang explores Justice Scalia's legal philosophy through a biography by James Rosen, focusing on Scalia's dissent in Lee v. Weisman regarding religious benedictions at public graduations. Fortgang explains how Scaliapopularized "originalism" and "textualism," arguing that the Constitution should be interpreted based on the original public meaning of the text rather than through subjective "moral readings" by judges. (11)Tal Fortgang discusses the "Scalian revolution" that shifted the Supreme Court toward judicial restraint. He notes that while Scalia faced a hostile press and "nasty" internal criticism from colleagues like Harry Blackmun, his ideas eventually prevailed. Fortgang also observes that the modern partisan venom in confirmation hearings began during Scalia's era with the contentious treatment of Robert Bork and Clarence Thomas. (12)Simon Constable reports from France on falling global commodity prices for food and energy due to supply meeting demand. He then shifts to the immigration crisis in Britain, where violent incidents in Belfast and Southampton have fueled public outrage. Constable attributes the unrest to a failure of both major parties to manage unfettered immigration and the lack of cultural integration. (13)Simon Constable discusses the declining popularity of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the potential rise of challengers like Andy Burnham. He highlights a dramatic shift in British public opinion, with polling by Lord Ashcroftshowing that a vast majority of Labour, Liberal Democrat, and Green voters—and even a third of Conservatives—now favor rejoining the European Union after a decade of Brexit. (14)Bob Zimmerman tracks the transition to commercial space, noting that private companies like Vast are leading the race to build stations to replace the aging ISS. He discusses Amazon's struggle to launch its satellite constellation due to rocket delays, contrasted with SpaceX's efficiency. Zimmerman also reports on a milestone for SpaceX, as a single Falcon 9 booster successfully completed a record 35th flight. (15)Bob Zimmerman highlights discoveries by the James Webb Space Telescope, including a black hole 6 billion times the mass of the sun located 10 billion light-years away. He also describes a "flickering" quasar from the early universe that challenges current Big Bang theories. Finally, Zimmerman provides an update on the Curiosity rover as it travels through the "Grand" valley on its ascent of Mars. (16)Two name fixes: Joel Cotkin → Joel Kotkin (7, 8) — the urbanist/scholar's correct spelling Natalie Eacano → Natalie Ecanow (5, 6) — the FDD scholar's correct spelling

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep993: Natalie Ecanow explains that Qatari wealth is controlled by the Al-Thani autocracy, whose values often conflict with U.S. interests, such as their support for Hamas and the Taliban. She highlights the lack of transparency in Qatari funding, citi

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 7:39


Natalie Ecanow explains that Qatari wealth is controlled by the Al-Thani autocracy, whose values often conflict with U.S. interests, such as their support for Hamas and the Taliban. She highlights the lack of transparency in Qatarifunding, citing a lawsuit that revealed nearly half a billion dollars in undisclosed money sent to Texas A&M University, and calls for stricter U.S. disclosure laws. (6)1705

New Books Network
Don Thomas Deere, "The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space" (Duke UP, 2026)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 46:02


In The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space (Duke University Press, 2026), Don Thomas Deere retraces the colonial origins of spatial organization in the Americas and the Caribbean and its lasting impact on modern structures of knowledge, power, race, gender as well as understandings of global modernity. The coloniality of space dispossessed Indigenous, African, and mixed populations as it constructed new systems of control and movement. Deere demonstrates how these developments manifested, among other forms, in urban grid patterns imposed during the development of Spanish colonial cities as well as totalizing trade routes crisscrossing the Atlantic. Drawing on a range of thinkers including Enrique Dussel, Édouard Glissant, and Sylvia Wynter, Deere reveals how movement—who travels, who settles, and who is excluded—becomes an essential component of control under colonial rule. Against the violence of spatial reordering, Deere outlines how novel forms of resistance and insurgency geographies still take hold, particularly in the Caribbean, where landscapes remain excessive, eruptive, and uncaptured by the order of modernity. Don Thomas Deere is Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at Texas A&M University. He previously taught at Wesleyan University and received his PhD with distinction from DePaul University and BA from Cornell University. He is a Mellon Mays fellow and the recipient of a Mellon Career Enhancement Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on the intersections of Latin American, Caribbean, and Contemporary Continental Philosophy. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Gender Studies
Don Thomas Deere, "The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space" (Duke UP, 2026)

New Books in Gender Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 46:02


In The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space (Duke University Press, 2026), Don Thomas Deere retraces the colonial origins of spatial organization in the Americas and the Caribbean and its lasting impact on modern structures of knowledge, power, race, gender as well as understandings of global modernity. The coloniality of space dispossessed Indigenous, African, and mixed populations as it constructed new systems of control and movement. Deere demonstrates how these developments manifested, among other forms, in urban grid patterns imposed during the development of Spanish colonial cities as well as totalizing trade routes crisscrossing the Atlantic. Drawing on a range of thinkers including Enrique Dussel, Édouard Glissant, and Sylvia Wynter, Deere reveals how movement—who travels, who settles, and who is excluded—becomes an essential component of control under colonial rule. Against the violence of spatial reordering, Deere outlines how novel forms of resistance and insurgency geographies still take hold, particularly in the Caribbean, where landscapes remain excessive, eruptive, and uncaptured by the order of modernity. Don Thomas Deere is Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at Texas A&M University. He previously taught at Wesleyan University and received his PhD with distinction from DePaul University and BA from Cornell University. He is a Mellon Mays fellow and the recipient of a Mellon Career Enhancement Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on the intersections of Latin American, Caribbean, and Contemporary Continental Philosophy. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

New Books in Gender Studies
Don Thomas Deere, "The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space" (Duke UP, 2026)

New Books in Gender Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 46:02


In The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space (Duke University Press, 2026), Don Thomas Deere retraces the colonial origins of spatial organization in the Americas and the Caribbean and its lasting impact on modern structures of knowledge, power, race, gender as well as understandings of global modernity. The coloniality of space dispossessed Indigenous, African, and mixed populations as it constructed new systems of control and movement. Deere demonstrates how these developments manifested, among other forms, in urban grid patterns imposed during the development of Spanish colonial cities as well as totalizing trade routes crisscrossing the Atlantic. Drawing on a range of thinkers including Enrique Dussel, Édouard Glissant, and Sylvia Wynter, Deere reveals how movement—who travels, who settles, and who is excluded—becomes an essential component of control under colonial rule. Against the violence of spatial reordering, Deere outlines how novel forms of resistance and insurgency geographies still take hold, particularly in the Caribbean, where landscapes remain excessive, eruptive, and uncaptured by the order of modernity. Don Thomas Deere is Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at Texas A&M University. He previously taught at Wesleyan University and received his PhD with distinction from DePaul University and BA from Cornell University. He is a Mellon Mays fellow and the recipient of a Mellon Career Enhancement Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on the intersections of Latin American, Caribbean, and Contemporary Continental Philosophy. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

New Books in Caribbean Studies
Don Thomas Deere, "The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space" (Duke UP, 2026)

New Books in Caribbean Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 46:02


In The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space (Duke University Press, 2026), Don Thomas Deere retraces the colonial origins of spatial organization in the Americas and the Caribbean and its lasting impact on modern structures of knowledge, power, race, gender as well as understandings of global modernity. The coloniality of space dispossessed Indigenous, African, and mixed populations as it constructed new systems of control and movement. Deere demonstrates how these developments manifested, among other forms, in urban grid patterns imposed during the development of Spanish colonial cities as well as totalizing trade routes crisscrossing the Atlantic. Drawing on a range of thinkers including Enrique Dussel, Édouard Glissant, and Sylvia Wynter, Deere reveals how movement—who travels, who settles, and who is excluded—becomes an essential component of control under colonial rule. Against the violence of spatial reordering, Deere outlines how novel forms of resistance and insurgency geographies still take hold, particularly in the Caribbean, where landscapes remain excessive, eruptive, and uncaptured by the order of modernity. Don Thomas Deere is Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at Texas A&M University. He previously taught at Wesleyan University and received his PhD with distinction from DePaul University and BA from Cornell University. He is a Mellon Mays fellow and the recipient of a Mellon Career Enhancement Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on the intersections of Latin American, Caribbean, and Contemporary Continental Philosophy. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

New Books in Critical Theory
Don Thomas Deere, "The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space" (Duke UP, 2026)

New Books in Critical Theory

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 46:02


In The Invention of Order: On the Coloniality of Space (Duke University Press, 2026), Don Thomas Deere retraces the colonial origins of spatial organization in the Americas and the Caribbean and its lasting impact on modern structures of knowledge, power, race, gender as well as understandings of global modernity. The coloniality of space dispossessed Indigenous, African, and mixed populations as it constructed new systems of control and movement. Deere demonstrates how these developments manifested, among other forms, in urban grid patterns imposed during the development of Spanish colonial cities as well as totalizing trade routes crisscrossing the Atlantic. Drawing on a range of thinkers including Enrique Dussel, Édouard Glissant, and Sylvia Wynter, Deere reveals how movement—who travels, who settles, and who is excluded—becomes an essential component of control under colonial rule. Against the violence of spatial reordering, Deere outlines how novel forms of resistance and insurgency geographies still take hold, particularly in the Caribbean, where landscapes remain excessive, eruptive, and uncaptured by the order of modernity. Don Thomas Deere is Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at Texas A&M University. He previously taught at Wesleyan University and received his PhD with distinction from DePaul University and BA from Cornell University. He is a Mellon Mays fellow and the recipient of a Mellon Career Enhancement Faculty Fellowship. His research focuses on the intersections of Latin American, Caribbean, and Contemporary Continental Philosophy. Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

The Big Honker Podcast
Episode #1085: Branndon Stewart

The Big Honker Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 81:21


Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Branndon Stewart, the quarterback who led Texas A&M University to its only Big 12 Championship and first BCS bowl appearance. Before arriving in College Station, Stewart was at the center of one of college football's most fascinating quarterback battles at University of Tennessee, where he competed for playing time with future Hall of Famer Peyton Manning.One of the nation's top recruits coming out of high school, Stewart led Stephenville to its first state football championship in 1993 before signing with Tennessee. As a true freshman, he split time at quarterback with Manning during a season that sparked intense debate among fans and media over who should lead the Volunteers.The guys discuss Stewart's remarkable high school career, the recruiting process that led him to choose Tennessee over several powerhouse programs, and the controversy that surrounded the quarterback competition in Knoxville. Stewart shares his perspective on competing alongside Peyton Manning and navigating the pressure that came with being one of the most highly touted quarterbacks in the country.The conversation also covers his decision to transfer to Texas A&M following the 1994 season, his role in leading the Aggies to the 1998 Big 12 Championship, and how the cultures in Knoxville and College Station differed.Finally, Stewart reflects on life after football, discussing how he transitioned from the game and found success in business and life beyond the gridiron.

Behind The Mission
BTM272 – Amanda Noyes – Service Member, Veteran and First Responder Mental Health

Behind The Mission

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 37:35


Show Summary On today's episode, we're having a conversation with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Amanda Noyes, the founder of Finding Freedom Therapy and member of the DFW First Responders Support Network. We talk about Trauma therapy and mental health networks for service members, veterans and first responders Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestAmanda Noyes is the founder of Finding Freedom Therapy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker–Supervisor with over 25 years of experience, she has had the opportunity to work in numerous crisis situations where she witnessed firsthand the gravity of trauma and grief. It was in these situations that she realized there were not enough opportunities to heal from trauma and loss after the initial crisis. With this knowledge, she formed Finding Freedom Therapy, PLLC, in 2014 with the vision of providing specialized treatment to those who have endured (or are continuing to endure) horrific traumas and unspeakable losses.After earning her degree in psychology and international studies from Texas A&M University, Amanda pursued her Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. Throughout her career, she has had the unique opportunity to gain notable hands-on experience, much of which was working in conjunction with the military, first responders, and frontline workers. She has worked alongside probation and parole officers in the field, with police officers on-scene, supported doctors and nurses in the ED and ICU departments of level-one trauma centers, counseled families of the recently deceased at the moment of loss, and worked next to the U.S. National Guard when assisting during Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, Ike, and Harvey.Amanda's experience with veterans and military service members began early in her career with her graduate internship at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Hospital, and later continued with her work as lead trauma therapist for an inpatient military program, Freedom Care, where she worked with active-duty combat military and veterans suffering from PTSD. She is trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Written Exposure Therapy (WET). Each and every step of her career has shaped and strengthened her ability to better assist clients through the most difficult times in their lives.Links Mentioned in this Episode Finding Freedom Therapy WebsiteDFW First Responders Support NetworkPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's resource of the week is the PsychArmor course Trauma Informed Interactions with Veterans. This course defines trauma and how it presents itself and is specifically designed to help volunteers interact with Veterans dealing with trauma that affects their health and/or ability to function.You can find the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/trauma-informed-interactions-with-veterans Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

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Success Made to Last
Truly Significant Honors Von Miller...future NFL Hall of Famer and founder of Greener Pastures

Success Made to Last

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 16:58 Transcription Available


Von Miller is known around the world as a Super Bowl champion, but his significance extends far beyond football. Raised in DeSoto, Texas, and a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Poultry Science, Miller has combined his passion for agriculture, entrepreneurship, and service to others into a life that exemplifies true significance. One of his greatest contributions is Von's Vision, the nonprofit foundation he established to provide eye care and corrective eyewear to children from low-income families. Inspired by his own childhood experiences with poor vision and the challenges that came with wearing glasses, Miller created a program that helps children see clearly, succeed in school, and gain confidence. Since its founding, Von's Vision has provided more than $6 million in eye care and eyewear to over 10,000 students across the United States. Miller's commitment to agriculture is equally impressive.Long before he became an NFL superstar, he developed a passion for poultry science at Texas A&M. Today, that passion lives on through Greener Pastures Chicken, a company he founded to promote pasture-raised poultry, regenerative agriculture, animal welfare, and a healthier food system. Greener Pastures reflects Miller's belief that farming should honor both the land and the animals while producing high-quality food for consumers. What makes Von Miller truly significant is that he has leveraged fame and success not for personal gain alone, but to improve lives. Through Von's Vision, he helps children see a brighter future. Through Greener Pastures, he champions responsible agriculture and sustainable farming practices. His life demonstrates that true success is measured not by trophies won, but by lives lifted. Truly Significant Texans in Agriculture Citation: "Von Miller embodies the spirit of Texas agriculture and service. Whether helping thousands of children see clearly through Von's Vision or promoting responsible farming through Greener Pastures Chicken, he reminds us that significance is found when our talents, passions, and resources are used to benefit others."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep980: Author Patrick K. O'Donnell discusses his extensive research into the Second Ranger Battalion, specifically focusing on the personal legacies and oral histories of the men of Dog Company. His work is based on thousands of interviews and arc

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 10:34


Author Patrick K. O'Donnell discusses his extensive research into the Second Ranger Battalion, specifically focusing on the personal legacies and oral histories of the men of Dog Company. His work is based on thousands of interviews and archival documents, often initiated by a personal request from veteran Len Lamel to tell their story. The source profiles key figures, such as James Rudder, a former football coach who took command of the D-Day assault after relieving a predecessor who deemed the mission suicidal. Rudder later became the president of Texas A&M University. Another prominent figure is "Reggie," a former tap dancer and the shortest man in the company, who eventually served as the fire chief of Plymouth. The narrative also touches on Duke Slater, who later fought in the Korean War and became a prisoner of war. A symbolic moment occurred during the 40th anniversary of D-Day in 1984, where veteran Herman Stein scaled the cliffs again at age seventy. President Ronald Reagan highlighted these men as examples of American resilience and the ability of small groups to shape history. O'Donnell's mission is to preserve the "can-do" spirit of these elite soldiers. 81944

UN•THERAPY
SESSIONETTE 18: MEMORIES FROM PALMETTO NORTH (FAMU RA Edition)

UN•THERAPY

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 6:25


Hey UN•THERAPIST,You know the deal, no intro, just vibes

Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles
TSC Hangout and Highlight- UH Film and TV Professors (Greg Carter, Jalene Mack and La'Torria Lemon)

Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 30:44


The Arts Leadership Program in the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts at the University of Houston is offering a Graduate Certificate in Film and Television Production and Leadership.This new certificate program will combine academic and professional training for students preparing to integrate the fine and performing arts into the areas of film and television production and leadership.Program professors Greg Carter, Jalene Mack, and La'Torria Lemon recently joined me on The Success Chronicles to discuss this exciting new program. These outstanding educators bring a wealth of real-world experience and industry expertise, having dedicated years to making an impact in their field.Beyond their professional accomplishments, they are passionate about giving back and investing in the next generation of leaders. Their knowledge, insight, and commitment to student success will make a tremendous difference. The students in this program are truly in for an incredible learning experience with these exceptional professors guiding the way!Director Greg Carter is a native of Houston, Texas, a graduate of Texas A&M University and has produced over thirty feature films. Greg's corporate commercial clients include Lexus, Toyota and Infiniti.Jalene Mack, Esq., is an entertainment attorney, producer, writer, actress, playwright, author, and founder of Mack Performing Arts Collective (MPAC), an arts and entertainment 501 C 3 nonprofit based in Houston, Texas founded in 2011. With more than 32 years of experience in Arts & Entertainment law and business, Jalene serves as a production attorney on Film & Television projects assisting content creators from development and finance through production, sale and distribution.Best known for her award-winning company, Lemon-Lime Light Media, and her admired philanthropy work, La'Torria Lemon is what some have described as a force in the entertainment, hospitality and PR industry. @gregcarternexus @jalenemack @latorria_l#filmtelevisionproductionleadership #uh #gogetit #gregcarter #jalenemack #latorialemon  Chip Baker Resource Pagehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1SthFbf_iCbJgRXG4SasrLh1pWw9m50gnttFzHDGmutE/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0

Technical Leadership Talks
METM Alumni Spotlight: Don Sweat

Technical Leadership Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 14:51


In this alumni spotlight, we sit down with Don Sweat, Operations Readiness Engineer at Shell and Master of Engineering Technical Management alumnus. Don reflects on what motivated him to pursue METM, how he balanced the demands of work, life, and graduate school, and the ways the program shaped his leadership style and approach to teamwork. He also shares valuable advice for professionals stepping into leadership roles and why he believes METM is a worthwhile investment for career growth.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

Big Picture Science
Outside of Our Minds

Big Picture Science

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 54:00


Since humans first chiseled marks into stone, we have externalized our thoughts and ideas. Our tools may have evolved—now we clack away at computer keyboards—but written communication remains a bedrock of modern society. Now that the pace of information creation is exponentially increasing with the advent of artificial intelligence, many are asking what the next frontier of human communication may look like. We look at how we got here, where the latest tools are headed—including brain-machine-interface—and how our brains and culture may be altered in the process. Guests: Alex Bentley – professor of anthropology, archeology, and computational social science at University of Tennessee in Knoxville, and co-author of “Collaborators Through Time: How Humans Partnered with Nature, Technology, and Each Other”  Michael O'Brien – anthropologist at the Texas A&M University, San Antonio, and co-author of “Collaborators Through Time: How Humans Partnered with Nature, Technology, and Each Other”  Tom Mullaney – professor of Chinese history at Stanford University, and author of “The Chinese Computer: A Global History of the Information Age” Betts Peters – Brain computer interface researcher at Oregon Health and Science University, treasurer of the Brain Computer Interface Society Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Basically Famous
Dr. Kelley Ranly, Texas 4-H and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

Basically Famous

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 34:58


Dr. Kelley Ranly serves as an Extension Program Specialist and Leadership Coordinator for Texas 4-H and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, where she leads the charge in developing and coordinating statewide agricultural leadership programs for high school students across Texas. From overseeing Texas 4-H Horse Validation to playing a key role in the Texas State 4-H Horse Show, Kelley is deeply invested in creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation of agricultural leaders.Kelley's journey with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension began while she was still a student at Texas A&M University, where she worked in steer and heifer validation before transitioning into youth leadership programming. That early experience laid the foundation for a career centered around mentorship, education, and impact.Raised in agriculture, Kelley discovered her passion for the western way of life at a young age through showing livestock and rodeo. While at Texas A&M, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science with a minor in Business Administration, followed by a Master of Agribusiness. As a four-year member of the Ranch Horse Team, she found her true niche in the equine industry and developed a deep appreciation for reined cow horses.Kelley recently completed her PhD in Animal and Natural Resource Sciences at Tarleton State University, where her research focused on developing a leadership program for students interested in the equine industry—further expanding her impact on the future of agriculture.Passionate about student success, Kelley works day in and day out to create pathways for young people through Texas AgriLife Extension and the Texas Youth Livestock Ambassador program. Books Recommended: Leaders Eat Last Story Worthy Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things

That Tech Pod
Why People Buy: The Psychology Behind Great Sales with Greg Upah

That Tech Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 33:07


In this episode of That Tech Pod, we sit down with Greg Upah for a conversation that goes far beyond scripts, software, and sales tactics. With a career path spanning academia, advertising, Wall Street, and sales education, Greg brings a rare perspective on what actually influences decision-making and why human behavior still sits at the center of great selling.We explore what stays constant across industries, whether modern sales technology has changed the game or simply changed the packaging, and why the fundamentals of buyer psychology still matter. Greg also shares lessons from mentoring the next generation of sellers at Texas A&M, discusses the ideas behind his book Sales Talks: The Why, What, and How of Selling, and reflects on the hard-earned lessons that shaped his own career.  Whether you're leading a sales team, building technology, or trying to understand how people make decisions, this episode is a look at the timeless principles behind meaningful conversations and lasting results.To get a copy of the book, Sales Talks: The Why, What, and How of Selling, Greg asks readers to email him directly at GregUpah@gmail.com.Greg Upah has built a career that spans academia, advertising, finance, and sales education. He began as a marketing professor at Virginia Tech and later at NYU Stern School of Business, before moving into industry as an associate research director and new business team member at Young & Rubicam in New York. He then spent 15 years at Merrill Lynch in senior sales and marketing roles within its Asset Management Group. For more than a decade, he has mentored students in the Professional Sales Program at Texas A&M University. A graduate of University of Notre Dame with a Ph.D. in Marketing from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, he has published in leading journals including the Journal of Marketing and is the author of Sales Talks.

Artifice
Ep. 240 : Chris Ramos Returns

Artifice

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 129:36


Christopher Ramos is currently serving as Director of Bands and Assistant Professor of Music at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He conducts the UVU Wind Symphony and directs instrumental studies within the music education area. He additionally teaches courses in conducting, music education, and music appreciation. He received the DMA in instrumental conducting at The Hartt School, studying with Glen Adsit and Edward Cumming. While at Hartt, he assisted in conducting Hartt's instrumental performing ensembles and the Greater Hartford Youth Wind Ensemble, and as part of the adjunct faculty he taught courses for graduates and undergraduates in conducting, brass methods, diversity and belonging, jazz pedagogy, and in the core music theory sequence. Before Hartt, Chris served as a band director at Dalat International School in Penang, Malaysia where he taught Western classical and jazz music in performing and theory courses across grades 6-12, and his students were invited to perform in international festivals across Southeast Asia. He is also an active scholar working at the intersection of musicology, wind band studies, and music education with his latest publications forthcoming in the Music Educators Journal (NAfME) and the Utah Music Educators Journal (UMEA). In 2022 he received the Goldstein Award from the University of Hartford, and in 2016 he received the Joanne Kealinohomoku Prize from the Society of Ethnomusicology Southwest for his scholarship. He holds additional degrees from the University of New Mexico where he studied with Eric Rombach-Kendall, and from East Texas A&M University (formerly Texas A&M University-Commerce) where he studied with Phillip Clements (conducting), Luis Sanchez (piano), and Mike Morrow (horn). In addition to his conducting, researching, and teaching, he actively performs both on the French horn and at the keyboard. He has produced, performed, and conducted on records for the Naxos, Summit, and Parma record labels, and he has performed in and conducted ensembles in concert halls, stages, forests, and patios across the United States and Asia. An avid supporter of new music, he has been part of numerous commissioning projects for solo horn, chamber ensembles, and wind ensembles. He is a second-place winner in The American Prize for conducting and in 2025-27 he holds the Harry Begian Conductor Scholar Award at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. He is an active member in the College Band Directors National Association, Utah Music Educators Association, Utah Bandmasters Association, National Band Association, American Musicological Society, and National Association for Music Education, and is an honorary member of the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia National Music Fraternity.

New Books in African American Studies
Justin Randolph, "Mississippi Law: Policing and Reform in America's Jim Crow Countryside (UNC Press, 2026)

New Books in African American Studies

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2026 66:49


Justin Randolph, assistant professor of history at Texas A&M University, joins Michael Stauch to discuss Mississippi Law: Policing and Reform in America's Jim Crow Countryside (UNC Press, 2026), his new book on policing in Jim Crow Mississippi, told through the lens of that state's highway patrol. Using oral history and a wide range of archival sources, Randolph narrates efforts by elites in Mississippi to modernize the police while maintaining social hierarchies, as well as efforts on the part of Black Mississippians to envision a world without police. Highlights include: What a focus on state-level policing adds to our understanding of policing; How the founding of the Mississippi highway patrol brought together various forms of policing in the Southwest, including the Texas rangers; A surprisingly robust discussion of cows, including Mississippi's economic transformation to a center of cattle raising and the rise of cattlemen's “Massive Resistance” in the 1950s; What Nina Simone revealed about policing in Mississippi, and the myth of Southern exceptionalism, in her song “Mississippi Goddam.” Guest: Justin Randolph is an assistant professor of history at Texas A&M University, and his other research projects include histories of police desegregation, rural debt peonage, the Taser, and 9-1-1. His writing has appeared in scholarly outlets like the Journal of Southern History and Southern Cultures. He has also written for popular outlets such as The Washington Post, The Mississippi Encyclopedia, and the Mississippi Center for Investigative Reporting. He has received an American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) Fellowship and prizes from both the Southern Historical Association and Agricultural History Society. Host: Michael Stauch is an associate professor of history at the University of Toledo and the author of Wildcat of the Streets: Detroit in the Age of Community Policing, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

Curious City
‘This is how I speak': The influence of the Black Chicago accent

Curious City

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 18:51


A person's accent can influence the way they are perceived. When it comes to broadcast journalism, the way a person talks is front and center and can open the door to both praise and unsolicited criticism. In our last episode, contributor Arionne Nettles looked at the Southern roots of the Black Chicago accent. It goes back to the Great Migration. Even though many Chicagoans are generations removed from their Southern relatives, some aspects of the accent persist for three main reasons: Black Chicagoans tend to live close to each other, they maintain relationships with family in the South and they like how the accent sounds. Today, we get personal with Nettles, who grew up on Chicago's South Side. She's a journalism professor at Florida A&M University, a culture reporter and author. As a person with the Black Chicago accent, she considered changing the way she spoke to pursue a career in broadcast journalism. She talks about what the accent means to her, and why she ultimately decided not to change it.

The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Daily: How Two Intelligence Community Veterans View the Iran Conflict, with Chip Usher and Aaron Faust

The Lawfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 57:56


On today's episode, Lawfare Senior Editor Scott R. Anderson sits down with two veterans of the intelligence community to get their take on the ongoing Iran conflict.Before leaving government last year, Aaron Faust was a senior official in the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR), where he had previously served as Division Chief for Iran, Iraq, and the Arabian Peninsula. William "Chip" Usher, meanwhile, is the Senior Director for Intelligence at the Special Competitiveness Studies Project and a professor of practice at the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. He previously spent 32 years with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), much of it focused on the Middle East.Together, Scott, Aaron, and Chip discuss the national security threats that Iran presents, the challenges that large-scale military operations against Iran were expected to present, and where the Trump administration—and Iran—may take the conflict from here.For more of Chip's analysis, read his newsletter "Fault Lines" and check out his podcast, "Intel at the Edge.” You can also find Aaron's satirical takes on current affairs on his Substack, Ridiculocracy.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.