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Outline 00:00 - Intro 02:10 - London in the 1960s12:40 - From Oxford to Imperial College: David Mayne and the discrete-time Riccati equation 18:05 - The "global tour": Montenegro roads, hitch-hiking to Istanbul, and the San Francisco waterfront 22:30 - Feedback and causality between stochastic processes 31:15 - The system identification years 40:50 - Model complexity, the bias–variance trade-off, and concentration inequalities 52:05 - Adaptive control: living through a golden era 1:00:30 - McGill, George Zames, and CIFAR's "institute without walls," and COCOLOG 1:09:45 - Mean field games: the China connection, the cell-phone problem, and Nash Certainty Equivalence 1:20:15 - The Lasry–Lions simultaneous discovery 1:24:40 - From graphons to graphexons: sparse networks, Laplexions, and geometry 1:31:00 - Linear Stochastic Systems, Popper, and falsifiability 1:35:20 - Advice to young researchers 1:38:00 - OutroLinks Peter Caines' website: https://www.mcgill.ca/cim/caines Linear Stochastic Systems: https://epubs.siam.org/doi/book/10.1137/1.9781611974713 On the discrete-time matrix Riccati equation of optimal control: https://doi.org/10.1080/00207177008931892 Feedback between stationary stochastic processes: https://doi.org/10.1109/TAC.1975.1101008 Prediction-error identification methods for stationary stochastic processes: https://doi.org/10.1109/TAC.1976.1101304 Asymptotic normality of prediction-error estimators for approximate system models: https://doi.org/10.1109/CDC.1978.268066 Discrete-time multivariable adaptive control (Axelby Award): https://doi.org/10.1109/TAC.1980.1102363 Discrete-time stochastic adaptive control: https://doi.org/10.1137/0319052 25 seminal control papers of the 20th century: https://books.google.ca/books/about/Control_Theory.html?id=eVhGAAAAYAAJ COCOLOG: A conditional observer and controller logic for finite machines: https://epubs.siam.org/doi/10.1137/S0363012992226636 Hierarchical hybrid control systems: https://doi.org/10.1109/9.664153 On the hybrid optimal control problem: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/4303244Bode Lecture: https://ieeecss.org/presentation/bode-lecture/mean-field-stochastic-control The cell-phone problem - Large population stochastic wireless power control: https://doi.org/10.1109/CDC.2003.1272542 Large-population stochastic dynamic games - McKean-Vlasov and the Nash Certainty Equivalence principle: https://projecteuclid.org/journals/communications-in-information-and-systems/volume-6/issue-3/Large-population-stochastic-dynamic-games--closed-loop-McKean-Vlasov/cis/1183728987.full Large-population cost-coupled LQG with nonuniform agents and decentralized ε-Nash equilibria: https://doi.org/10.1109/TAC.2007.904450 Social optima in mean field LQG control: https://doi.org/10.1109/TAC.2012.2183439 ε-Nash mean field games with major and minor agents: https://arxiv.org/abs/1209.5684 Graphon mean field games and their equations: https://doi.org/10.1137/20M136373X Mean field games on large sparse network limits - Laplexion dynamics on graphexons: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S240589632500388X Murray Wonham oral history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IBZyRo0vDkSupport the showPodcast infoPodcast website: https://www.incontrolpodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/5n84j85jSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/4rwztj3cRSS: https://tinyurl.com/yc2fcv4yYoutube: https://tinyurl.com/bdbvhsj6Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3z24yr43Twitter: https://twitter.com/IncontrolPInstagram: https://tinyurl.com/35cu4kr4Acknowledgments and sponsorsThis episode was supported by the National Centre of Competence in Research on «Dependable, ubiquitous automation» and the IFAC Activity fund. The podcast benefits from the help of an incredibly talented and passionate team. Special thanks to L. Seward, E. Cahard, F. Banis, F. Dörfler, J. Lygeros, ETH studio and mirrorlake . Music was composed by A New Element.
In just twelve months, the conversation around Agentic AI in insurance has changed dramatically. What began as curiosity about autonomous AI agents has evolved into a much more practical discussion about implementation, governance, economics and competitive advantage. In this special solo episode, InsTech's Zoja Wojcik reflects on the developments that have shaped the market since InsTech's first Agentic AI event in November 2025. Drawing on conversations with insurers, brokers, MGAs, technology providers and industry leaders, she explores how the industry has moved beyond experimentation and towards a more challenging question: where does the commercial value actually come from? Along the way, you'll hear insights from Simon Torrance, Erdal Atakan, Gina Gill, Elena Maran, Max Richter and Ian Thompson, alongside examples of how organisations including CFC, McGill & Partners, AIG, Duck Creek and hyperexponential are bringing Agentic AI into real insurance operations. Whether you're still trying to understand what Agentic AI means for insurance or already evaluating deployment opportunities, this episode offers a practical snapshot of where the market stands today and the questions leaders should be asking next. Want to continue the conversation? Join us in London on July 7 for 'The age of Agentic AI: from strategy to commercial value'. In this episode: 00:00 - What is Agentic AI and why has it become one of insurance's most discussed technologies? 03:15 - Looking back at the industry's first major Agentic AI event in November 2025 05:45 - Simon Torrance on why Agentic AI should be viewed as a new workforce, not simply another software tool 06:20 - Early deployment examples from across the insurance market: CFC's Lane Assist McGill & Partners and Salesforce Agentforce AIG's AI-driven underwriting initiatives Federato's agentic underwriting platform hyperexponential and Banyan Risk Duck Creek's insurance-native Agentic AI platform 08:15 - Why moving from pilot projects to production remains difficult 10:00 - The defining question of 2026: proving commercial value and ROI 12:15 - Intelligence Capital, competitive advantage and why buying AI tools may only create parity 13:30 - Orchestration, governance and maintaining trust in agentic systems 15:00 - Workforce transformation and practical lessons for insurance leaders 16:00 - What questions should insurance organisations be asking next? Key takeaways: The industry conversation has shifted from experimentation towards implementation and measurable business outcomes. Many of the biggest barriers to adoption are organisational rather than technical. Boards increasingly expect clear economic justification for AI investment. Competitive advantage may come less from AI models themselves and more from institutional knowledge and decision-making expertise. Governance frameworks must evolve alongside increasingly autonomous systems. Organisations that focus on specific business problems are more likely to succeed than those pursuing AI for its own sake. Featured contributors: Simon Torrance, AI Risk Erdal Atakan, Inigo Gina Gill, Apollo Elena Maran, Alethesis AI Max Richter, Mea platform Ian Thompson, IMT Advisory Further reading: For listeners looking to explore the themes discussed in this episode: Agentic AI & insurance Podcast episode: Where is the industry today? – a view from the C-suite (A rare C-suite perspective on Agentic AI: what it is, how it's being deployed and why senior leaders are walking a tightrope between bold innovation and operational risk.) CFC launches Lane Assist, a live agentic underwriting pilot McGill & Partners becomes first London Market broker to deploy Agentic AI McGill + AIG collaboration using AI-driven underwriting Duck Creek launches insurance-native Agentic AI Platform Federato RiskOps and Agentic underwriting platform MGA Banyan Risk deploys hx's full agentic underwriting suite Strategy & commercial value Simon Torrance's work on Intelligence Capital AI Risk research on Agentic AI and enterprise transformation InsTech & ServiceNow New York event: The future of insurance will be orchestrated, not built Governance & Responsible AI Article: The New Frontier: Managing and insuring generative and agentic AI risks with Edinburgh Futures Institute Podcast episode: Creating a new kind of assurance & insurance framework for AI-related risks (This episode unpacks one of the most ambitious research initiatives currently shaping the future of AI risk in insurance.)
ALFI's Serge Weyland and McGill's Patrick Augustin on funds, Europe's pension time bomb, and why financial literacy may be its most urgent lesson. Luxembourg is known to many as the heart of European finance, yet the story of how it earned that title is one we rarely hear told plainly. On this episode, I sat down with two guests perfectly placed to tell it: Serge Weyland, CEO of the Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI), and Patrick Augustin, Associate Professor of Finance at McGill University and Director of the new McGill Luxembourg Centre for Finance. The conversation ranged from the founding milestones of the fund industry to the looming pension challenge facing the entire continent, and landed somewhere unexpectedly personal: how few of us were ever taught to handle our own money. The scale of what Luxembourg has built is genuinely difficult to picture. As Serge explained, the industry traces back nearly 40 years, to 1988, when Luxembourg became the first EU Member State to transpose a directive that let an investment fund created in one country be sold across all the others. That foresight attracted the world's major asset managers, and the result today is staggering. The fund industry now employs roughly two-thirds of the 50,000 people working in Luxembourg's financial services sector, an industry that accounts for a quarter of the country's GDP. "Luxembourg today is home to 8.3 trillion. So that's a lot of money." Serge Weyland, CEO of ALFI Serge described the European Passport as one of the great commercial successes of the bloc, and one of its quietest. Of the 25 trillion euros in funds domiciled in Europe, around 6 trillion belongs to investors outside the continent who trusted its regulatory safeguards. It is, in his words, a success story we simply do not hear often enough. For Patrick, the foundation under all of it is not capital or regulation but people. Luxembourg has long held the operational infrastructure, what some politely call the back office, but as markets shift toward private equity, tokenisation and digital assets, the bottleneck changes too. "Talent is the infrastructure of the financial industry. If you don't have good talent, you're at the risk of failing in the longer run." Patrick Augustin, McGill University That is the gap McGill has come to fill. The Centre is a joint initiative with the Ministry of Finance, the banking association ABBL and ALFI, and its flagship offering is a two-year, part-time Master of Management in Finance, taught on weekends by McGill faculty in Luxembourg. Its standout feature is that students manage a real, regulated fund through Desautels Capital Management, filing compliance, executing trades and defending their investment pitches to outside investors who can scrutinise them hard. Patrick put the case for learning by doing with a simple question: if you wanted to learn tennis or the piano, would you watch videos, or would you play? What both guests kept returning to was the ecosystem itself, the close dialogue between academia, industry and policymakers that Luxembourg's flat hierarchy makes uniquely possible. "The secret sauce is the closely knit community. When there is a need for the industry, we know we have a direct line into the legislator." Serge Weyland, CEO of ALFI The conversation then turned to the issue closest to both men's hearts: pensions, and the financial literacy that underpins them. A joint ALFI/McGill study examined how Europeans save, and the numbers are sobering. European households sit on roughly 14 trillion euros in cash and savings, around 41 to 42 percent of household savings, against just 14 percent in the United States. That cash quietly loses value to inflation year after year. The study's counterfactual was striking: if France and Germany alone reformed their pension systems along the lines of Sweden or Denmark, they could unlock an additional 10 trillion euros over time. Sweden, Serge noted, went from funded pensions worth around 12 percent of GDP twenty years ago to roughly 120 percent today, a tenfold rise. Yet none of this works without education, and education, both guests agreed, has to start far earlier than the lecture hall. "Personal finance essentials should be mandatory, bottom up, from an early age, of course in an age appropriate way." Patrick Augustin, McGill University Serge made the point personally. After 40 years in finance, he reckons that had he invested regularly from the start, he would have five or six times the money he has today, simply because no one ever taught him how. The encouraging note he ended on is that the barrier to entry has never been lower. Through tokenisation and fractional fund units, investing can now begin with 30, 40 or 50 euros a month, held in a digital wallet at a fraction of the traditional cost. The technology is still niche in Europe, though already mainstream among retail savers in parts of Asia. We agreed that crypto, stablecoins, the digital euro and tokenisation each deserve a show of their own. For now, the message from both guests was clear: Luxembourg has the capital and the regulation, and with the right talent and the right financial education, it has every chance of future-proofing both its industry and its citizens. Links and further reading McGill Master of Management in Finance, Luxembourg: https://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/programs/mmf/luxembourg McGill Luxembourg Centre for Finance on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mcgillluxembourgcentreforfinance/ Contact the MMF Luxembourg programme: mmfluxembourg@mcgill.ca Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI): https://www.alfi.lu ALFI's investment in higher education: https://www.alfi.lu/en-gb/pages/about-us/what-we-do/investment-in-higher-education ALFI/McGill study, Europe's productive capital gap (2025), and the ALFI Blueprint for Savings and Investments: available via https://www.alfi.lu
The wait is over. Argos football is back, and Ben Grant and JB are here to get you set for the Toronto's season opener Friday night in Montreal. This week, the guys break down a handful of notable roster moves, including the addition of Canadian offensive lineman Dominico Piazza, an intriguing prospect Ben has followed since his days at McGill, and the practice roster signings of Michael Buckley and Dathan Hickey. They also discuss former Argo Anthony Vandal landing on Montreal's practice roster and what may have led to the release of Theron Johnson. One of the biggest storylines facing Toronto this season is a schedule quirk unlike any other: the Argos will begin the year with seven consecutive road games. Ben and JB discuss the challenge that presents, how important a fast start could be, and why Friday night's matchup feels bigger than a typical contest. The guys also dive into their game preview, injury report, and a detailed OC/DC breakdown of how each team can attack the other. Should Montreal lean on the run game or test Toronto's revamped safety position? Can Chad Kelly and the Argos exploit vulnerabilities in the middle of the Alouettes' secondary? And how much of Toronto's offensive success will come down to one simple objective: keeping their franchise quarterback upright? Plus: Pick Six One Thing Put Me Down for 20 Challenge Flag The 2026 season is finally here. Ben Grant and JB get you ready for kickoff as the Argonauts head to Montreal looking to start the year on the right foot.
What did you think of this episode?Are you searching for the best formula to complete your God-driven calling? You're not alone. Get ready to hear today's story behind the story with Heidi Gray McGill. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, we continue a new addition to Your Best Writing Life with The Story Behind the Stories series.My industry expert Heidi Gray McGill is a Christian fiction author, speaker, and retired ESL director who began writing in 2020 out of obedience, not ambition. Legally blind and fueled by purpose, she writes stories that leave readers desiring Christ without realizing the journey they just took. She and her husband of 35 years live near Charlotte, NC, where two daughters and three grandsons keep life full and loud.Tell us the story behind Desire of My Heart - Historical Christian Romance. 1) Obedience Over Ambition2) Sharing Faith Without a Formula3) Building the Craft Without a Foundation4) Know Your Purpose Before You Write a Word5) One Book Became a Mission Field Writer's Tips.Tip 1: Read Widely and IntentionallyTip 2: Be Teachable and Treat Learning as Part of the WorkTip 3: Know Your Purpose Before You Write a Single Word SOCIAL LINKS:Website: https://heidigraymcgill.com/Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/heidigraymcgillInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/AuthorHeidiGrayMcGill/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHeidiGrayMcGillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorheidigraymcgill/?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/HeidiGrayMcGillGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20851872.Heidi_Gray_McGillBookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/heidi-gray-mcgill?follow=trueBOOK LINKS:Heidi's Books (Website) https://heidigraymcgill.com/my-books/Discerning God's Best — Series Page https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XWD3ZZ6Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024".Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast
Jeannette McGill is a seasoned mountaineer and executive leader who, at 52, became the oldest South African woman to summit Everest in May 2025. With more than 30 years of global climbing experience—including leading expeditions across four continents—she knows deeply that the summit is never just about standing on top. Jeannette's journey is a testament to patience, resilience, and the quiet power of backing yourself, no matter how many setbacks you face. Beyond her personal achievements, she is passionate about demystifying the modern-day myths of Everest and advocates instead for the very real challenges mountain terrains face through climate change globally. Having been there herself, she brings an informed, honest perspective on what is truly happening above 8,000m. Today, Jeannette combines her love for high-altitude adventure with leadership on Boards and helping others explore their own limits. She also supports future generations through leading snow camps in the Victorian Alps and mountaineering scholarships, believing that mountains are powerful teachers of courage and humility. Her story is not just about conquering peaks but about becoming the kind of person who dares to try. We first spoke with Jeannette on 7th January 2021 - Jeannette McGill - 1st South African woman to summit Manaslu, the 8th highest mountain in the world *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x *** Show notes Who is Jeanette Corporate executive, board director and most importantly a mountaineer South African by origin, located in Melbourne and spending up to 5 months in Nepal TGP Episode - January 7th 2021 - - 1st South African woman to summit Manaslu, the 8th highest mountain in the world Her Mt. Everest dream A one day - someday project… How climbing Mt. Everest came to the forefront of her mind To be a real mountaineer you needed to tick Mt. Everest off the list Deciding to go in a different direction in 1995 The pivotal moment - university and having a career or entering the climbing competition Pursuing her career Was Mt. Everest a realistic goal? Growing into the project Adding Mt. Everest to the bucket list after covid Going through a back surgery and perimenopause and deciding that 2023 would be her Mt. Everest year Using Mera Peak as an acclimatisation strategy Getting sick and not recovering well, getting to camp 2 and not being able to continue. Heading back to Australia and deciding to go back in 2024 Deciding to gift herself the power of a mid-life sabbatical Exciting her role in December 2023 and starting to train properly for Mt. Everest in 2024 Joining a small team Mechanical failure on the mountain - her jumar not working and getting word that her house in Australia had burnt down. Getting to the South Col and not being in the right head space. Knowing she was making the right decision to turn around and head back down the mountain Dealing with the frustration and disappointment and why it was difficult Not being in a good head space. Needing to pivot and become nomadic during the winter Floundering and not knowing what was next Deciding that she would regret it if she didn't back herself one final time. Pivoting and making the best of the situation Having flexibility and deciding to do Mt. Everest one last time Figuring out where to do the winter work - in either Scotland or New Zealand Packing up and heading over to New Zealand to do training Doing more mountain work, on the NZ Alps in the South Island How it became a more personal/internal objective/goal What training looked like Working with a mental and physical coach Using Training Peaks Evoke Endurance Coach Returning to Manaslu in the fall of 2024 Muscle endurance - steep hills in NZ out of Queenstown carrying 20kgs Following a structured gym program Her 'A' Team Figuring out through processes and what could derail her Having cheat sheets e.g. a mopey list to keep her focused on her goal and what she needed to do Heading back to Mt Everest in 2025 and wanting to do the Everest - Lhotse Double (having 2 permits) Acclimatising on Mt. Mera Peak Being an older climber and the changes she made Sleeping at camp 3 on her rotation Heading up to the balcony The challenge of the 2025 season Dealing with extreme winds and not being able to stand up Having to turn around - returning to her tent on the South Col and being hit with disappointment. Maybe climbing Mt. Everest just isn't going to happen again - shedding a tear Having her main sherpa needing to head back down to camp 2 Having the opportunity to go for the summit of Mt. Everest the following night Now or never!!!!! Starting to prepare, getting herself together and heading back to the balcony before reaching the summit Reaching the summit - A surreal, glorious moment. Crying on the summit and why she will never forget it The descent back to base camp - dealing with fatigue Being able to look after herself on the descent The afterwards - Relief? Adventure blues? The pressure on herself to achieve the goal Being at peace with herself Needing to rest this calendar year and savour her summit Wallowing in the peace and knowledge of achievement How to connect with Jeannette Final words of advice for other women who want to take on their own mountains and challenges Keep stretching your fear muscle Social Media Website: www.mcgillsmountains.com Instagram: @mcgills_mountains
Dr. Joe Schwarcz is director of the McGill Office for Science & Society. He is also host of The Dr. Joe Show, Sundays at 3 p.m. on CJAD 800.
Dr. Emily McDonald, Associate Professor of Medicine at McGill and lead author of the study
✅ Watch the MASTERCLASS on low back pain and sciatica:https://shapeshiftwellness.com/backpain-masterclass.There's a massive mistake most back pain and sciatica patients are making with their exercises — and it's making their pain worse without them even realizing it..You've probably tried core stability exercises, McKenzie extensions, stretching, maybe even Jefferson curls. Sometimes you get short-term relief. Sometimes you accidentally flare yourself up and have no idea why. Here's the thing: the problem isn't the exercise. It's the dosage..In this video I break down why popular rehab approaches like the McGill method, McKenzie protocol, and flexion-based exercises can all work — or all backfire — depending on one factor that almost nobody talks about. I also explain why your anatomy (disc herniation, spinal stenosis, nerve compression on MRI) doesn't actually tell us who will have pain and who won't, and what does.What we cover:.Why core stability exercises have a cult following — and why they still might be making you worse..The real reason McKenzie extensions help some people and flare others upWhy avoiding forward bending leads to a cycle of fear and flare-ups.The single most important rule of rehab (the Rule of Too's)What yoga, dead bugs, and most PT exercises actually have in common.If you've been doing the same exercises for months and still dealing with chronic low back pain or sciatica, this video is for you...#lowbackpain #lowbackpainrelief#lowbackpainexercises #discherniation #sciaticarelief#sciatica #sciaticatreatment..⚠️ THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE! CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE ENGAGING IN EXERCISE. Do not attempt to self-diagnose or treat. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself. This content is purely for educational purposes.
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Donald Wright speaks with Carman Miller about his book The Black Box: Lady Bessie Borden's Family, 1863–1956. In a remarkable tale of tragedy, war, family conflict, and imperial diplomacy, The Black Box presents a collective biography of four generations of women in an elite Nova Scotia family during the late-nineteenth to mid-twentieth century. These intelligent, educated, artistic women were pragmatic and autonomous persons who contributed to the development, maintenance, defence, and management of the Borden family's material resources. Illustrating the changing nature of the time, the book explores the adventurous and curious lives of women who moved at the highest levels of society. It examines how the synergies of their private and public lives redefined their place in society during an era when the state and religion became more active and private lives more public. It also demonstrates the role and importance of the material components of social power, such as dress, residence, clubs, and travel. Drawing on archival material retained by the family, the book reveals how the Borden family defined, secured, and sustained its status in society. The Black Box is a unique record of an elite family's response to the changing political economy of imperial Canada. Carman Miller was born in Nova Scotia and educated at Acadia University (B.A., 1960; B.Ed., 1961), Dalhousie (M.A., 1964) and University of London (Ph.D., 1970). In 1967, he joined the History Department at McGill as a Lecturer; he became Assistant Professor in 1971 and Associate Professor in 1977. He also served as Chairman of the department from 1978 until 1981. Miller's research interests are primarily in Canadian military and political history of the late 19th and early 20th century. If you like our work, please consider supporting it: bit.ly/support_WTY. Your support contributes to the Champlain Society's mission of opening new windows to directly explore and experience Canada's past.
On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Ronnie McGill joins Jordan York and Mike Nicastro to discuss Ronnie McGill's NFL journey, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback outlook, Aaron Rodgers expectations, Drew Allar potential, Will Howard development, Bill Belichick's impact, New England Patriots dynasty culture, NFL front office decision-making, Myles Garrett trade debate, NFL schedule expansion debate & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Board-Certified Truck Accident Attorney David Craig exposes one of the most dangerous schemes in the trucking industry: chameleon carriers. These are trucking companies that dodge government shutdowns by changing their name, getting a new DOT number, and putting the same dangerous trucks back on the road. They're 3 to 4 times more likely to cause a fatal wreck.In this episode of Ask David, David sits down with Litigation Supervisor Ashley Napier to break down how chameleon carriers operate and why they're so hard to catch. They walk through real cases, including the McGill case near North Vernon, Indiana, where an insurance company helped a failing trucking company reorganize under a new name. The barn still had the old company name painted on it. Same trucks, same faulty brakes. Those brakes failed, killing two people.✔️ What chameleon carriers are and how they rebrand to avoid shutdowns✔️ Why they're 3 to 4 times more likely to cause fatal wrecks✔️ The McGill case: how an insurer helped a dangerous carrier reorganize✔️ Why federal insurance minimums haven't been raised since the 1980s✔️ How raising minimums to $5 million would force better screening✔️ What to look for when investigating a chameleon carrier wreckDavid Craig is one of only four attorneys in Indiana who is Board-Certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, accredited by the American Bar Association. He has 39+ years handling semi-truck wreck cases.
Welcome NoOffseason.com Family! We are so happy to have you with us to help you make money flipping sports cards using Data Driven Sports Card Investing.On today's show we have a special guest co-host - Chris McGill, founder and leader of Card Ladder - a top data app for sports card collectors - and collector known as “HoJ” - which stands for House of Jordans.We discuss…Big picture industry metrics (total sales volumes on the secondary market, price index movement for specific players/categories, stuff like that).Approaches to collection building from my vantage point — which players I like to collect, which cards of theirs I like to collect, things in that realm.Approaches to collection building from your POV — riffing on what you like to collect, why it appeals to you.Big picture collecting philosophy stuff — for example, how important is rarity? What even is rarity? How much does aesthetics matter? How about brand premium? What role does the history of sports cards play in collecting? What are ways to research and identify cool cards?How can anthropology, sociology, psychology, economics, evolutionary biology, and other fields explain how and why we behave the way we do as collectors?
The AgNet News Hour focused heavily on California politics, agriculture policy, water management, labor concerns, and the future of farming during a wide-ranging June 1 broadcast featuring political analyst David Collenberg and discussions surrounding the upcoming gubernatorial race. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill opened the program by discussing frustration among farmers and ranchers who feel agriculture is being overlooked in statewide political debates despite California producing much of the nation's food supply. “We need leadership that understands agriculture,” Papagni said during the broadcast as the conversation shifted toward regulation, water storage, energy costs, and food production. Political analyst David Collenberg joined the show to discuss the evolving governor's race and the growing divide between Sacramento policies and the concerns of working Californians, particularly in rural communities and the agricultural sector. Collenberg said agriculture has become one of the clearest examples of California's broader affordability and regulatory problems. “When people can't afford fuel, can't afford electricity, can't afford food, it all ties together,” Collenberg explained. Water policy remained one of the dominant themes throughout the show. Papagni and McGill discussed ongoing frustration from growers who continue to see water shortages, pumping restrictions, and infrastructure delays despite multiple wet winters and strong reservoir levels in parts of the state. “We have the water. We just don't store it,” McGill said during the discussion. The conversation also touched on increasing production costs facing California farmers, including labor expenses, insurance, fuel prices, fertilizer costs, and state regulations. Papagni noted that many longtime family farming operations are reaching a difficult crossroads as generational growers evaluate whether the next generation can continue farming in California. Cherry growers and specialty crop producers were also mentioned as industries facing particularly difficult economic conditions this season due to rising costs and shifting markets. “There are growers hanging on right now,” Papagni said. “But it's getting harder every single year.” Wildfire prevention and land management became another major topic during the discussion. Collenberg argued that California's forest management and environmental policies have contributed to dangerous fuel buildup and growing fire risks across rural areas. The show also explored migration trends as more Californians continue relocating to states such as Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Arizona in search of lower costs of living and fewer regulations. Despite the concerns raised throughout the broadcast, the hosts emphasized optimism about California agriculture's future if policy changes allow growers more flexibility and support. “We still grow the best food in the world right here in California,” Papagni said. The program concluded with continued calls for practical solutions involving water storage, regulatory reform, infrastructure investment, and support for California farmers and ranchers. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
In this episode, we invite authors from the Centre for Sustainability Transitions, Stellenbosch university and collaborators from McGill university to discuss their article “Radical Incrementalism in Action Through Institutional Work: Case Studies of Embedded Research in South Africa”. As part of our special Eco-Justice and Climate Action series, the authors explore the complexities of navigating changemaking from within institutions. Listen in to discover secrets to radical change through slow and steady processes!In this episode, our co-hosts Joe and Blane introduce the team and the article at the center of today's discussion. They begin by grounding listeners in the broader context of South Africa for those who may be less familiar with its history and contemporary dynamics [2:20], before moving into the deeper motivations and relationships behind their collaboration and the development of the concept of radical incrementalism [4:15]. What does this term mean, and how is it done? Our own curiosity increased as we continued our conversation.– What gave rise to this feeling that they needed another way to think about how to pursue change? Some critical scholars might challenge the idea that incrementalism can actually be radical, perhaps the idea represents an abandonment of the drastic and immediate “change we need” concept? So, we ask the authors to respond to this critique [5:15]. The episode then explores how radical incrementalism is actually done, and the messiness and complexity behind this way of working, including questions of embeddedness, role conflicts, ethical dilemmas, and the importance of political literacy [26:27]. Finally, the conversation closes with reflections on how these ideas are shaping daily practice, and what kinds of changes the guests have observed as a result [37:40]. Thank you Mark, Alboricah, Mlondi, Priscilla, Mapula, and Elaine for sharing your work with us in this episode. Thank you to our listeners for tuning in to this episode of the Action Research Podcast, created by Adam Stieglitz, Joe Levitan, Shikha Diwakar, Cory Legassic, and Vanessa Gold. Produced by Shikha Diwakar and Vanja Lugonjic. Subscribe to our podcast on most major podcast distribution platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.How have you found yourself in the world of action research? Want to be interviewed or share one of your projects? Get in touch with us. Biographies: Mark Swilling is a Distinguished Professor and a former Co-Director of the Centre for Sustainability Transitions at Stellenbosch University, South Africa. He is an international expert in sustainable development, with over thirty years of experience in ‘societal transitions' (with special reference to urban systems), initially focusing on democratisation and governance during the Apartheid era in South Africa. The primary research focus of his career can be defined as ‘societal transitions,' more recently within the broader discipline of sustainability science and governance at the global level. His published research was coupled to major institution-building collaborations. This achievement was recognised in 2010 when he was awarded the Aspen Faculty Pioneer Award for success in introducing sustainability into leadership education. Dr. Elaine Huang is currently a Research Associate at the Faculty of Education, McGill University. Her research examines how the social sciences can contribute to just and sustainable futures by advancing ethical collaboration, institutional transformation, and collective learning. She is particularly interested in how researchers engage with the politics, evolving normativity, and uncertainties inherent in real-world change processes to serve the public good. Grounded in reflexive and relational approaches, her work reimagines knowledge production as a generative space for ethical engagement, systemic thinking, and transformative practice—both within and beyond academic institutions.Alboricah Rathupetsane is a PhD Candidate and Junior Researcher at the Centre for Sustainability Transitions in Stellenbosch University, South Africa. Her research sits at the intersection of industrial policy, decarbonisation and infrastructure development within the country's just transition agenda. Her doctoral work examines the role of infrastructure megaprojects in catalysing industrial revival, specifically focusing on strengthening the participation of local steel firms in South Africa's electricity grid expansion programme.Mlondi Ndovela is a PhD candidate at the Centre for Sustainability Transitions, Stellenbosch University, South Africa. His work focuses on co-developing and applying a non-equilibrium model to understand the broader macroeconomic implications of the energy transition in South Africa. This work draws its influences from systems dynamics/non-linear dynamics, stock-flow consistent approach, complexity economics and laws of thermodynamics.Priscilla Jezi is a part-time PhD Candidate with the Centre for Sustainability Transitions at Stellenbosch University in South Africa. She was a full-time employee at an Energy state-owned enterprise as a specialist in development finance with more than 20 years of experience in energy and finance. Responsible for Sustainable Financing, a lead in sourcing funding for Just Energy Transition Projects. She is Head of Treasury Bank Funding for a state- owned Development Bank. An embedded researcher; her current PhD work focus on the emerging Transition Finance approach, which enables and accelerates energy transitions. Mapula Tshangela is a part-time PhD Candidate with the Centre for Sustainability Transitions at Stellenbosch University in South Africa. She is a full-time senior government official with over 28 years of experience in climate change, green economy, sustainable development, environmental management, and chemistry work. Her research interests include transformative research, sustainability transitions, policy regime shifts, inclusive innovation, and science-policy interface. Her published research includes academic articles and book chapters.--This episode is part of our Eco-justice and Climate Action Series. Authors from journal articles in a Special Issue of the Canadian Journal for Action Research hop behind the mic and share the inspirations, process, and findings from their projects. Join Joe Levitan, Shikha Diwakar and special guest host Blane Harvey, as they interview an inspiring group of researchers, educators, organizers, and more, navigating the process of action research.
Notes: Dr. Bridgman discusses his path from Winnipeg to McGill and how he became involved with the Media Ecosystem Observatory while still a PhD student. The conversation turns to the origins of the Media Ecosystem Observatory during the 2019 Canadian federal election and how its work continued through the pandemic, the Hogue Commission and the growing focus on information ecosystem health in Canada. Dr. Bridgman explains why COVID-19 and AI have been two major disruptions in the information environment and why AI agents may become one of the main ways people encounter public information. The episode looks at the shift from traditional search, where users clicked through to sources, to AI summaries that may give users enough information without sending them to the people or organizations that produced it. Dr. Bridgman discusses the problem of value transfer, explaining how aggregators have captured value from original information production and how AI agents may become even more powerful aggregators. The conversation considers how common AI news use already is, including the difficulty of measuring it because many people may not recognize that ordinary search now includes AI-generated answers. Dr. Bridgman explains what he means by an AI agent: a general intelligence connected to tools that allow it to search, read, summarize and act in digital environments. The discussion uses the idea of AI as a “brilliant intern” to explain why these systems can be useful, capable and eager to please, while still lacking judgment about the broader consequences of how they complete a task. The episode closes by looking at the harms that may follow if original information production is not sustained, including poorer information, weaker attribution and new challenges for democratic accountability. About our guest: Dr. Aengus Bridgman https://meo.ca/people/aengus-bridgman https://abridgman.ca/ Papers or resources mentioned in this episode: Owen, T., & Bridgman, A. (2026). AI News Audit: How AI Models Use and Distribute Canadian Journalism. Media Ecosystem Observatory. https://meo.ca/work/how-ai-models-use-and-distribute-canadian-journalism Owen, T., & Bridgman, A. (2026). AI News Audit: AI, Canadian Journalism, and Paths for Policy Action. Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy. https://www.mediatechdemocracy.com/all-work/ai-canadian-journalism-and-paths-for-policy-action Other: Media Ecosystem Observatory https://meo.ca/ Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy https://www.mediatechdemocracy.com/
Riverside County Sheriff and California governor candidate Chad Bianco returned to the AgNet News Hour for part two of his conversation about California agriculture, water policy, regulations, energy, immigration, and the future of the state. The interview opened with discussion surrounding California's latest water allocation announcement, which increased allocations to Westlands Water District growers from 20% to 25%. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill criticized the state's inability to store water despite multiple wet years and full northern reservoirs. “We don't know how to store it when we do have it,” McGill said during the broadcast. Bianco said California's problems are driven by government mandates and policies that force ideas onto residents and businesses instead of allowing innovation and practical solutions. “There is no way on earth that wind and solar provide us the electricity that we need,” Bianco said. “It just can't happen. So why are we forcing it to happen?” Bianco argued California should focus on reliable energy, domestic oil production, water storage, and reducing regulations that hurt farmers and businesses. “We have way more water than we need in California,” he said. “It's just purposely wasted and sent out to the ocean every single year.” The conversation also focused heavily on agriculture. Bianco said California farmers are being crushed by regulation, rising costs, and water shortages despite producing food for the nation and much of the world. “There is help on the horizon,” Bianco told listeners. “This is somebody that's been working hand in hand with our ag community for 33 years.” Bianco said he wants California to once again become a national leader in agriculture by removing barriers and supporting local food production. “California school systems will be supplied with California food and ag,” he said. “Ag, meat, poultry — everything will be California grown, California made.” Energy policy was another major topic. Bianco said California has the ability to reduce fuel costs significantly by utilizing its own oil resources instead of relying on imports. “We will stop buying from other countries,” he said. “California can be oil independent.” The interview also touched on sanctuary state policies, immigration, public safety, homelessness, and the relationship between California and the federal government. Bianco emphasized the importance of cooperation with Washington and said California cannot succeed while isolating itself politically. “We have to have someone willing to work with anyone and everyone,” he said. Bianco also addressed criticism related to protests and unrest during the BLM demonstrations several years ago, explaining that a widely circulated video showing him kneeling was part of a public prayer before law enforcement later dispersed rioters. “The truth never changes,” Bianco said. “That was simply prayer.” The broadcast concluded with Bianco encouraging Californians to vote and become more involved in shaping the state's future. “California is already great,” he said. “We're just not doing what we should be doing.” The program also featured an almond industry update with Almond Board of California spokesperson Bryce Spycher, who discussed the USDA's 2.7 billion-pound subjective almond estimate for the upcoming season and described the market as stable and balanced heading into harvest.
Dr. Douglas Hamilton is a Montreal dentist who has been practicing in Westmount since 1982. A graduate of the McGill University Faculty of Dentistry, he completed a multidisciplinary residency at the Montreal General Hospital and later taught at McGill as a clinical demonstrator in prosthetics. He spoke to Andrew Carter about the myths of using mouthwash.
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Renowned relationship coach, author and host of The Voice Of Reason on KBLA Talk 1580, Zo Williams, and sought-after spiritual advisor Precious McGill join Tavis in studio to share how you can build healthy relationships without losing yourself in the process.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
This week: Alberta heads toward a separation vote, and Premier Smith is blaming BC. Plus, the Site C dam now bears the name of the premier who once called it a boondoggle. Keith Baldrey joins us (1:11) Pipelines used to be a climate debate. Then the world changed. McGill economist Julien Karguesian on why this is now national security (16:42) Prime Minister Carney told B.C. to get on board or Ottawa builds elsewhere. Premier Eby pushes back. Richard Zussman breaks it down (33:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Host Sydney Murray sits down with Dre. Joanne Liu, the former international president of Médecins Sans Frontières and founder of PERL, the new pandemic evaluation and readiness lab at McGill.
This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: Healthcare in America is at a crossroads, where the systems built to heal people must now reimagine what it truly means to care for an aging and increasingly complex population. Dr. Patrick McGill, Network President and CEO of Community Health Network in Indiana, is confronting that challenge head-on. A board-certified family medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical and leadership experience, Dr. McGill has spent 15 years rising through the ranks at CHN, from practicing physician to Chief Analytics Officer to Chief Transformation Officer, and now to the top seat. Join us as Dr. McGill, who is still grounded in the exam room one day a week, shares how CHN is leading on value-based care, direct-to-employer partnerships, and AI-powered innovation to build a national-leading healthcare organization for Indiana and beyond. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Dr. McGill champions "failing intelligently," learning from mistakes and redirecting rather than fearing failure altogether.A practicing physician CEO, Dr. McGill says the exam room builds humility and credibility that no boardroom can replicate.Community Health Network sees new cancer patients within two business days, setting a bold access standard across the entire organization.Dr. McGill warns that healthcare is unprepared to support an aging population with increasingly disconnected family units.He calls on the industry to reclaim its narrative, reminding us that healthcare is still, at its core, people caring for people.About our Guest: Jason Smith is CTO of AI & Analytics at Within3, where he leads the team behind the company's most advanced AI capabilities serving life sciences organizations. Jason is a three-time co-founder who built Cryptocybernetics, GrayArea, and rMark Bio from inception to successful exit. He was later brought in as CEO of xSides to lead its sale. Over his career, his companies have raised more than $100 million in venture and strategic capital. In addition to Within3, Jason is a Venture Fellow at MATTER, Advisor to Capita3, and a recognized thought leader in AI and Healthcare with publications and speaking engagements at HIMSS, Reuters, and leading healthcare and pharmaceutical conferences.Links Supporting This Episode: Community Health Network Website: CLICK HEREDr. Patrick McGill LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter: CLICK HEREGuest nomination form: CLICK HERE
At RIMS RISKWORLD 2026, Ashley Karg of McGill & Partners joins Insurance Journal’s Chad Hemenway to discuss how nuclear verdicts and tighter underwriting scrutiny are forcing companies to … Read More » The post How Nuclear Verdicts, PFAS, and Coverage Scrutiny Are Reshaping Casualty Insurance appeared first on Insurance Journal TV.
CZ shares how he went from a rural village in China to Vancouver, McGill and Wall Street‑adjacent fintech roles in Tokyo, New York, Shanghai and Singapore before ever touching crypto. He explains why discovering Bitcoin in 2013 felt “bigger than the internet,” how that conviction led him to sell his Shanghai apartment for around 900,000 dollars to buy Bitcoin at roughly 600 dollars a coin, and why he quit his job to work full‑time in the space even without much cash left.
Health influencers are selling peptides as a cure-all for everything from building muscle to losing weight and even boosting your libido. While Health Canada warns consumers they pose serious risks, in the U.S., government regulators are talking about loosening restrictions. Jonathan Jarry with McGill's Office for Science and Society on the potential risks and why they've become so popular in spite of a lack of evidence-based research.
Adam Louis Klein is a PhD student in anthropology at McGill who became one of the leading voices against antizionism after October 7. He was in the Amazon jungle doing fieldwork when the attacks happened. When he returned and refused to stay silent, he was immediately labeled a Zionist and told he had no future in his field. Instead of backing down, he built a movement. In this episode, Adam explains why antizionism is its own category of bigotry, distinct from antisemitism but equally harmful, and why naming it matters more than debunking individual claims. He lays out a practical framework for how to respond when you're hit with terms like "colonial," "apartheid," or "genocide," and why the key is boundary-setting rather than fact-checking. We cover: Real-time role play: what to say when someone claims Israel is colonial, genocidal, or apartheid Why calling something antisemitism often backfires and what to say instead How antizonism functions as a moral identity, not just a political position What Jewish antizionism actually is and where it comes from The role of legacy institutions, philanthropy, and academia in changing the narrative Adam's movement, MAAZ Action (mazaction.org), offers free trainings — 1 to 2 hours — that communities, synagogues, and corporations can access right now. Know someone who needs to hear this? Send it. Share it in your community. Especially with people who think you can be anti-Zionist and still be a friend to the Jewish people. https://www.movementagainstantizionism.org About Adam Louis Klein Follow Adam on IG
In this episode, we revisit a live panel discussion from last year's Agentic AI event, moderated by Robin Merttens featuring Ian Thompson of IMT Advisory, Sasha Haco, Co-founder and CEO of Unitary, Dr Paul Dongha from NatWest Group, and Nick Williams-Walker, Group COO at McGill and Partners. Recorded at a moment when Agentic AI was beginning to dominate conversations across insurance, the discussion explores what the industry might look like three to five years into widespread AI adoption — and what it will take to get there. The panel examines where insurers are already deploying AI agents, from claims investigations and underwriting support to real-time risk analysis and customer servicing. But alongside the optimism sits a more cautious conversation around governance, regulation, data complexity and the growing gap between experimentation and operational reality. Throughout the discussion, there is a recurring tension between ambition and execution. Some panellists argue the winners will be organisations willing to move quickly with focused, incremental deployments. Others warn that poorly governed AI systems, unrealistic expectations and “fear of missing out” decision-making could create entirely new risks for the sector. The conversation also raises broader questions about how insurance itself may evolve as AI capabilities mature — from the rise of highly automated brokers and MGAs to changing expectations around service, talent and human expertise. With InsTech and AI Risk returning on 7 July for this year's expanded Agentic AI event in London, this episode offers a useful opportunity to look back at the predictions, concerns and opportunities shaping the conversation just one year ago. In this conversation, the panel discusses: Where insurers are already deploying AI agents across underwriting, claims and servicing Why governance and human oversight remain critical in regulated industries The operational challenges of implementing AI at scale inside large organisations Whether Agentic AI will augment teams or significantly reduce operational headcount How leadership, culture and change management will influence adoption Why incremental deployment may outperform large transformation programmes The growing importance of AI governance, accountability and security controls How customer expectations and service models could evolve over the next five years Why talent shortages may accelerate demand for AI-enabled workflows Which organisations are most likely to benefit from the next wave of insurance innovation Sign up to the InsTech newsletter for a fresh view on the world every Wednesday morning.
The AgNet News Hour focused heavily on California's growing political divide and the frustration many in agriculture feel after farming issues were virtually ignored during recent gubernatorial debates, despite the industry's critical role in the state economy. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill opened the program by criticizing debate moderators for failing to ask candidates meaningful questions about agriculture, water, labor, freight costs, or fertilizer prices. “Not one question on farming, ag, water, fertilizer, labor, freight, nothing,” Papagni said, expressing frustration over the lack of focus on issues directly impacting California growers. The discussion emphasized that agriculture remains one of California's largest economic drivers, yet many voters and policymakers still do not fully understand the challenges facing farmers. Rising regulations, water uncertainty, high fuel prices, and affordability concerns continue putting pressure on producers across the state. “You're eating three meals a day and that is because of farming,” McGill added, stressing the importance of agriculture to every Californian. The episode also featured part two of an interview with Assemblyman David Tangipa, who discussed major policy issues ranging from water infrastructure and election reform to California's controversial proposed “billionaire tax.” Tangipa warned that the proposal could eventually expand beyond billionaires and impact landowners and farmers with significant agricultural assets. “It should be called the asset tax,” Tangipa said. “Farmers and landowners should really worry about this.” He also pushed for increased government accountability and criticized efforts that could restrict journalists or public oversight while fraud investigations continue throughout the state. “There are no bills to go after fraudsters, but there are bills to go after journalists,” Tangipa said. Water policy remained a central topic throughout the interview. Tangipa argued California's drought issues are largely tied to infrastructure and management decisions rather than an actual lack of water. “We have more than enough water,” he said. “It is a man-made drought.” Tangipa called for modernization of reservoirs, canals, and groundwater recharge systems while pushing back against environmental groups that oppose expanded water storage projects. The conversation also touched on California's population decline, high taxes, and increasing cost of living, with hosts repeatedly stressing that voters face a major decision in the upcoming election cycle. “If you want a different California, you have to vote for a different California,” Tangipa said. Beyond politics, the episode included updates on pest pressure in specialty crops as warmer temperatures increase concerns for worms, mites, and mealybugs in vineyards, strawberries, and vegetable fields. Valent USA's Todd Burkdahl encouraged growers to scout early and stay ahead of infestations before populations explode during the hotter summer months. As California moves deeper into the growing season and closer to election season, debates over water, taxes, regulation, and agriculture's future are expected to intensify statewide. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
Elias Makos caps the week off with Trudie Mason, veteran newscaster at CJAD 800, and Andrew Caddell, columnist for the Hill Times and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy. Game two between the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres is tonight. Montreal lost game one of the best of seven series on Wednesday. Do you think the team will bounce back tonight? Ethics Commissioner Ariane Mignolet has found that former liberal MP Sona Lahkoyan Olivier violated two sections of the National Assembly's code of ethics. Independent MNA Youri Chassin blocked a fast-tracked plan to redraw Quebec’s electoral map. The proposal would have saved ridings in the Gaspé and Montreal’s east end from disappearing, while adding two new seats in faster-growing regions — increasing the number of MNAs from 125 to 127. Santé Quebec has sent a list of banned words and phrases that doctors cannot say to their patients about the digital health record project. Alberta separatists have submitted their referendum petition that would ask Albertans if the province should leave Canada. President Donald Trump says he works out ‘one minute a day.’
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Hear from two Canadian teams making history! Alicia Zhang and Jess Gao from the Tula women's team and Kai O'Donnell and TJ Verlaan from the McGill open team share their journeys to making nationals. Before that, hear how each Canadian college team did this past weekend at regionals and get caught up on UCHSI before hearing about the first big club tournament of the year in Ontario.
Hi everyone, Building on our last episode we continue looking at how BFR can help people with low back pain. Chronic nonspecific low back pain is a massive hurdle for athletes who must maintain high training loads to compete. Traditionally, achieving meaningful strength adaptations requires loads of at least 70% 1RM. However, for an athlete with compromised lumbar stability and inhibited core musculature (like the transversus abdominis and multifidus), this heavy loading can exacerbate muscle imbalances, increase joint stress, and perpetuate a vicious cycle of pain, inhibition, and weakness. In this episode, we unpacked another article that asks a pivotal question: How does low-load Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training compare to heavy-load resistance training for male collegiate athletes actively suffering from chronic back pain? The study compared low-load BFR strength against traditional (non-BFR) strenght training. The program was a 4-week intervention, and highlighted signification reductions in pain (VAS) and functional disability (ODI) in favour of the BFR group. The study also explored the nuanced changes in isokinetic core strength, revealing a fascinating trade-off: heavy lifting drives slow-velocity strength, while BFR drives high-velocity, explosive strength. Then I finish the episode by providing my own take on how to practically apply BFR into an athlete's routine without sacrificing sports performance. Article: "The effect of blood flow restriction training on core muscle strength and pain in male collegiate athletes with chronic non-specific low back pain." Frontiers in Public Health, January 2025. Discussion Points The physiological mechanism behind BFR's pain-reducing effects: creating a hypoxic environment, metabolite accumulation, and dampening pain-sensing input. Comparing pain (VAS) and functional disability (ODI) outcomes: why BFR achieved large effect sizes (1.44) and outperformed heavy loading. Isometric core endurance (McGill battery): recognizing that trunk extensor endurance improvements are load-agnostic. Isokinetic dynamometry results: BFR's unique ability to increase fast-velocity (120 degrees/sec) extensor strength due to preferential fast-twitch fiber recruitment. Practical application: How to integrate core-specific stabilization, axial-deloaded heavy exercises (like belt squats and leg presses), and upper body BFR into a comprehensive athletic rehab program. Key Topics Covered Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain in Athletes Neuromuscular and Metabolic Adaptations to BFR Fast-Twitch Muscle Fiber Recruitment Pain Modulation via Hypoxic Stress Practical BFR Programming for the Weight Room FIND US: Website: www.TheBFR.co Socials: @thebfr.co Purchase BFR Cuffs: www.TheBFR.co Thanks for listening, and remember to keep the pump! Chris
This week's episode of Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast interviews, Jeffrey To. Are you trying too hard to sound perfect when you speak or share your ideas? Join Kris Ward and Jeffrey To as they break down how simple storytelling can make your message clear and powerful. In this easy and practical talk, you'll learn: -What storytelling really means and how it turns ideas into real understanding. -Why writing and speaking feel different and why that matters in business. -How scripts can make you sound robotic instead of real and trusted. -Why people connect more with imperfect and natural speaking. -How to stop overthinking and just share your message with confidence. -Why too much extra detail can confuse people and lose their attention. -Simple ways to make your stories easier to follow and more powerful. Get ready to stop sounding stiff and start speaking in a way people actually listen to. Win The Hour, Win The Day! www.winthehourwintheday.com Podcast: Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/winthehourwintheday/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/win-the-hour-win-the-day-podcast You can find Jeffrey To at: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-to/ Newsletter: https://speak-up-labs.kit.com/bc096c0a4c
Á morgun verður haldið málþing um læsi og námsorðaforða, að frumkvæði Íslenskrar málnefndar, þar sem farið verður yfir stöðu mála í íslenskukennslu. Þar verða flutt erindi þar sem meðal annars verður skoðað hrakandi læsi nemenda, staða barna með íslensku sem annað mál og hvernig sé gagnlegt að styðja kennara í þessum flóknu verkefnum og hvers konar verkefni virka. Doktor Sigríður Ólafsdóttir, dósent við Menntavísindasvið HÍ og dr. Elín Þöll Þórðardóttir, sem starfar við McGill háskóla í Quebec í Kanada og kennir talmeinafræði hjá HÍ, komu í þáttinn og sögðu betur frá stöðunni. Á morgun verða einnig tónleikar í Hjallakirkju í Kópavogi þar sem tónlistin úr tölvuleiknum Minecraft verður flutt á orgel og píanó. Kristján Hrannar Pálsson organisti kirkjunnar leiðir tónleikana ásamt píanónemendum úr Tónlistarskóla Kópavogs. Hann segir að þetta sé sennilega í fyrsta skipti sem þessi tónlist sé flutt í lifandi flutningi á Íslandi. Kristján segir að börn geti uppgötvað klassíska tónlist og klassísk hljóðfæri í gegnum tölvuleiki og að píanónemendur um víða veröld biðji oft um að fá að spila þessa tónlist. Við hittum Kristján Hrannar við orgelið í Hjallakirkju. Svo var það Heilsuvaktin með Helgu Arnardóttur. Það er líf eftir geðrof, segir Anna María Jónsdóttir sem greindist fyrir rúmu ári með geðhvarfasýki eða bipolar eins og sjúkdómurinn er oftast kallaður. Anna sem er rúmlega fertug segir margt í sínum lífstíl hafa hjálpað sér til að lifa góðu lífi með geðhvörf. Hún nefnir fyrst og fremst hugleiðslu sem hún stundar daglega og jafnvel oftar, auk þess sem hún hreyfir sig mikið, passar sykurneyslu og borðar næringarríkan mat. Hún segist einnig vera heilög með svefninn og setur sér markmið um að ná alltaf 8 tíma nætursvefni. Helga ræddi við Önnu Maríu í kaldri vorgolunni á dögunum. Tónlist í þættinum í dag: Í fjarlægð - Björgvin Halldórsson (Karl O. Runólfsson, texti Cæsar, eða Valdimar Hólm Hallstað) Vor í Vaglaskógi / Vilhjálmur Vilhjálmsson (Jónas Jónasson, texti Kristján frá Djúpalæk) Minecraft / C418 (Danieal Rosenfeld) Allt í gúddí / Ólöf Arnalds (Ólöf Arnalds) UMSJÓN: GUÐRÚN GUNNARSDÓTTIR OG GUNNAR HANSSON
Card Ladder/Crossover's Chris McGill is back this week for Part 2 of our conversation. Talking points on this episode potentially include: *State of the Hobby *Travel Schedule *NSCC and How We Navigate *Hobby Burnout and How to Avoid it *What's Your PC Like *Evolution of Card Ladder *Prices Realized..Vintage versus Modern. Follow us on Social Media: Website:https://www.sportscardnationpo....com https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna... Merch shop:https://sports-card-nation.pri... To eliminate pre & post-roll adshttps://www.spreaker.com/podca...
What if understanding your brain could change everything about how you show up as a mom, a woman, and a human? In this episode, I sit down with Marianne Van Horn — neuroscientist, PhD, mom of three, and author of The Brain Coloring and Learning Book — for one of the most grounding and eye-opening conversations we've had on the show. Marianne went from studying eye movements at McGill's Montreal Neurological Institute to leaving academia entirely to prioritize her family — and she has zero regrets. We talk about what that identity shift really felt like, and how neuroscience actually helped her make peace with it. We get into: Why neuroplasticity means it's never too late to change your brain The simple act that calms your nervous system almost instantly (hint: go outside) Why chronic stress is the #1 enemy of your brain — and what to do about it The truth about pathologizing kids' behavior too early Why she pulled her son out of school and what she learned from it Morning routines, sleep, reading to your kids, and going back to basics This episode is equal parts science and soul — perfect for any mom who's tired of feeling like she's falling short and ready to understand why she feels the way she does.
The AgNet News Hour continued its in-depth conversation with Congressman Tom McClintock, focusing on the growing challenges facing California agriculture and the policy changes he believes are necessary to restore the state's economic strength. McClintock pointed to water management as one of the most critical issues impacting farmers today, emphasizing that California's challenges are not due to a lack of resources, but rather decisions made over decades. “There is no water shortage in California,” McClintock said. “The problem is that water is unevenly distributed over space and time.” He explained that the state once led the nation in water infrastructure, building dams and aqueducts that allowed farmers and communities to thrive. However, a lack of investment in new storage has left California struggling to manage supply during dry years, even as population demands have increased. “We have not built a major reservoir… since 1979,” he said. The discussion also highlighted the broader impact of water shortages on rural communities, where limited allocations can mean fewer jobs, reduced production, and economic strain across entire regions. In addition to water, McClintock addressed labor challenges, noting that immigration policy continues to play a major role in the availability and cost of farm labor. He suggested that reforms like the historical Bracero Program could provide a structured and legal pathway for seasonal workers while stabilizing the workforce. “That system worked very well, and we need to get back to it,” he said. Regulation remains another major concern for agriculture, with McClintock and the hosts pointing to the growing burden placed on farmers, builders, and small businesses alike. From environmental compliance to permitting delays, the cumulative effect has made it increasingly difficult to operate efficiently in California. “It's our biggest issue… the regulation,” McGill said. The conversation extended to housing affordability, drawing parallels between overregulation in agriculture and similar challenges in development. McClintock noted that restrictions on building have significantly driven up housing costs, making it harder for families, including those in agriculture, to remain in the state. “When something is scarce, it becomes expensive,” he explained. Despite the challenges, McClintock expressed optimism that California can recover, pointing to its natural advantages in climate, soil, and geographic location. He emphasized that policy, not resources, is the determining factor in the state's success. “The same state is right under our feet,” he said. “The only thing that's changed is public policy.” The discussion also reinforced the importance of education and communication within agriculture. McClintock urged farmers to engage more actively with their communities to help others understand the role agriculture plays in everyday life. “People will make the right decisions if they've got enough information,” he said. As California continues to navigate water, labor, and regulatory challenges, the path forward may depend on whether policymakers and voters are willing to revisit the systems that once made the state a leader in agriculture and economic opportunity. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
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Card Ladder/Crossover's Chris McGill returns to the podcast and we chop up some hobby. Talking points on this episode potentially include: *State of the Hobby *Travel Schedule *NSCC and How We Navigate *Hobby Burnout and How to Avoid it *What's Your PC Like *Evolution of Card Ladder *Prices Realized..Vintage versus Modern. Follow us on Social Media: Website:https://www.sportscardnationpo....com https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna... Merch shop:https://sports-card-nation.pri... To eliminate pre & post-roll adshttps://www.spreaker.com/podca...
The AgNet News Hour highlighted growing frustration across the agricultural community after a recent California governor debate failed to address key issues like farming, water, and food production, despite their central role in the state's economy. Hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill pointed out that agriculture was completely absent from the discussion, leaving many farmers questioning whether state leadership truly understands the importance of the industry. “There was not one question on farming, on water, on anything about the most important thing we have in California, and that's food,” Papagni said. The omission comes at a time when agriculture continues to face mounting challenges, including water shortages, rising input costs, and increasing regulatory pressure. For many in the industry, the lack of attention during a major statewide debate signals a broader disconnect between policymakers and the people who produce the nation's food. “It's such a huge issue… everyone needs to eat, and a lot of that food is grown here in California,” McGill added. The episode also featured part one of an interview with Congressman Tom McClintock, who has represented California's District 5 for nearly two decades. McClintock painted a stark picture of the state's current trajectory, pointing to policy decisions around water, energy, and infrastructure as major contributors to ongoing challenges. “We're in crisis mode right now,” McClintock said, describing the economic and regulatory environment impacting both agriculture and broader industries across California. Water management remains one of the most critical concerns. McClintock argued that while droughts are natural, water shortages are largely the result of policy decisions, particularly the lack of investment in storage infrastructure over the past several decades. “Water shortages are our fault,” he said. “We stopped building reservoirs.” He also highlighted broader infrastructure concerns, including the state's aging transportation system and rising energy costs, which continue to put pressure on farmers and rural communities. “Those are choices,” McClintock said. “And we can change them.” The conversation extended beyond agriculture to include issues like population shifts, business departures, and the overall cost of living in California. According to McClintock, these trends are directly tied to policy decisions that have made it increasingly difficult for families and businesses to remain in the state. “People are leaving California… and that's not sustainable,” he said. Despite the challenges, the discussion emphasized that change is possible, particularly as voters prepare to make decisions in the upcoming election. With agriculture playing such a vital role in the state's economy and food system, industry leaders are calling for stronger representation and more focused policy discussions moving forward. As the governor's race continues, the expectation from the agricultural community is clear, issues like water, food production, and farm sustainability must be part of the conversation. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
In this episode of Moving Into the Future, host Jack Macejka sits down with Mandy McGill, Founder of Decentralize Everything, to discuss how blockchain technology and tokenization are transforming the real estate industry. Mandy shares insights on smart contracts, decentralized transactions, and the tokenization of real-world assets, explaining how these innovations can improve efficiency, transparency, and access across real estate operations. She also explores how blockchain may impact traditional processes like title, escrow, and investment structures. Catch more episodes at https://theadvancegrp.com/happenings/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The AgNet News Hour focused on a wide range of challenges impacting California agriculture, from political pressure in Sacramento to unpredictable weather patterns and rising input costs heading into a pivotal year for the industry. As the governor's race continues to develop, hosts highlighted growing concern over proposed legislation and ongoing policy decisions that could further impact agriculture. One bill drawing attention is AB 2624, which has raised questions about government transparency and accountability, particularly as discussions around fraud and oversight continue across the state. At the same time, the broader political landscape remains a key concern for farmers. With dozens of candidates in the race, there is increasing focus on which leaders will prioritize agriculture and address long-standing issues like water, regulation, and cost pressures. “We are officially broken,” hosts said, emphasizing the urgency many in the industry feel as California approaches the upcoming primary election. The episode also featured a detailed conversation with Emily Rooney, President of the Agricultural Council of California, who represents a wide range of farmer-owned businesses and cooperatives across the state. Rooney explained that one of the biggest challenges facing agriculture today is navigating a highly urbanized political system while advocating for rural industries. “Our legislature is highly urbanized,” Rooney said. “We have to walk into these conversations and try to understand the goal, then figure out how to maneuver through it.” Rooney emphasized that education plays a major role in her work, helping policymakers better understand the realities of farming, food production, and environmental stewardship. She noted that while there is strong public support for farmers, many decisions in Sacramento are shaped by limited direct exposure to agriculture. In addition to policy challenges, the discussion highlighted ongoing weather concerns. A hot March followed by cooler temperatures and rain in April has created uncertainty for multiple crops, with some harvests arriving earlier than expected while others face potential quality risks. “You never know what Mother Nature is going to throw at you,” the hosts noted, pointing to the constant balancing act growers face. These conditions are already impacting markets, with early harvests in crops like cherries and potential disruptions in commodities such as hay and alfalfa. At the same time, input costs—particularly fertilizer—continue to rise, putting additional strain on farm operations. “Fertilizer prices are through the roof right now,” McGill said, underscoring one of the many financial pressures growers are dealing with. Despite the challenges, Rooney pointed to areas of progress, including investment-based approaches to environmental improvements and ongoing efforts to secure funding for programs that support emissions reduction and sustainability in agriculture. Looking ahead, the combination of political decisions, market conditions, and environmental factors will continue to shape the future of California agriculture. For growers, the ability to adapt—and the support they receive from policymakers—will be critical in the months and years ahead. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
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What if the key to resolving your client's back pain isn't loosening things up — but “adding” stiffness? Dr. Stuart McGill is one of the preeminent back pain researchers in the world, and in this conversation, he makes his case — passionately and controversially — for why biomechanical factors deserve far more attention than they typically get in back pain assessment and treatment. He argues that the label “nonspecific low back pain” masks what a skilled clinician could find with a thorough enough assessment, and that too many patients with real mechanical issues are being dismissed as psychosocial cases. Not everyone in the field agrees, but his perspective is fascinating, clinically detailed, and full of provocative ideas for manual therapists. This episode originally aired as episode 97 and quickly became one of our most popular — a listener favorite we're bringing back for those who missed it and those who are ready for a second listen. ✨ Topics covered in this episode include: • Why Dr. McGill believes “nonspecific low back pain” doesn't exist — and how he argues it undermines both research validity and clinical outcomes • The problem with averaging results across non-homogeneous groups in back pain studies • How a thorough assessment can reveal specific pain pathways — and McGill's case for why a psychosocial diagnosis is too often a default when clinicians run out of ideas • Vivid clinical stories: a patient with a double pinch point, and the precise maneuver that resolved his symptoms • Why some patients need more stiffness, not less — and the “paradigm clash” this creates for manual therapists trained to mobilize and loosen • The prone instability test and other hands-on experiments for distinguishing when to stabilize versus mobilize • Dynamic video fluoroscopy of whiplash patients: the mid-range “clunk” that correlated with their symptoms • Fascial connections and trauma: how a physically traumatic event can produce bizarre-seeming symptoms that are mechanically trackable • Disc bulge mechanics demonstrated on a biofidelic model — how flexion drives nucleus posteriorly, and how traction with gentle motion can vacuum it back in • The Scannell study: why prone breathing may be just as effective as McKenzie press-ups for reducing disc bulges — without the facet joint cost • Inflammation and disc herniations: why the immune response to extruded nucleus may actually be helping, and why oral anti-inflammatories could prolong recovery • Distinguishing radiculopathy from peripheral neuropathy using creative clinical tests • Why the best manual therapists probe, feel, and adjust — and how that kinesthetic hypothesis-testing cycle is what separates good outcomes from poor ones ✨ Resources mentioned in this episode: • Dr. Stuart McGill's website and clinician directory: https://www.backfitpro.com • Back Mechanic by Stuart McGill • Low Back Disorders by Stuart McGill • Dynamic Disc Designs (spine models): https://www.dynamicdiscdesigns.com
Welcome to the first author interview in our mini series, Eco-Justice and Climate Action, where we aim to explore inspiring projects at the intersection of climate justice and action research. This series highlights work featured in the 2025 special issue of the Canadian Journal for Action Research, guest edited by Dr. Blane Harvey. We are excited to share these thought-provoking contributions with you.In today's episode, our co-hosts Joe and Shikha are joined by Ipek Türeli, Nathalie Malhamé, and Sarah Nabi who co-authored “Little Architects, Big Ideas: Climate Action Through Design-Based Learning, where big ideas meet small (but mighty) designers. Together, they reflect on their creative and inspiring collaboration in Montreal, Quebec, connecting Ipek's work at the Peter Fung Architecture Faculty at McGill University, with Nathalie and Sarah's fourth grade classes in Royal Vale School. They share their motivations behind the collaboration, surprise findings along the way, and the gratifying experience of exhibiting the students' work at both institutions.The conversation begins with introductions and the story of how the project came to life [2:00]. This led to exploring deeper connections between architecture, environmental justice, and experiential education [8:09] along with challenges and complexities that our guests Nathalie, Sarah and Ipek encountered and navigated in their project [13:18]. They then reflect on the role and importance of the undergraduate architecture students for the success of the collaboration [17:43]. We ask about the young designer's work and what it may reveal about different understandings of climate justice. Through these examples, we explore the surprises and tensions that emerged in the final designs [20:37], leading into a rich discussion about why exhibitions became such a powerful space for sharing this work and supporting student learning [25: 08]. For such a rich and impactful project, we were keen to learn the lasting impacts [30:11] before closing with final reflection and even a mic-drop moment!Thank you Ipek, Nathalie, and Sarah for sharing your time and work with us.And thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Action Research Podcast, created by Joe Levitan, Shikha Diwakar, Cory Legassic, Vanessa Gold, and Adam Stieglitz.Produced by Shikha Diwakar and Vanja Lugonjic.Subscribe to our podcast on most major podcast distribution platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. How have you found yourself in the world of action research? Want to be interviewed or share one of your projects? Get in touch with us.Further Resources + Links: Dr. Ipek Turneli Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/ipektureli/https://www.facebook.com/ipek.tureliInstagram: @ipektureli School of Architecturelinktr.ee/mcgill_architecture@mcgill_architectureFaculty of Engineeringhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/faculty-of-engineering-mcgill Royal Vale Elementarywww.emsb.qc.ca/royalvalehttps://www.facebook.com/RoyalValeEMSB EMSB (school board) instagram @englishmtl Biographies:Ipek Türeli, PhD, holds the Canada Research Chair in Architectures of Spatial Justice at McGill University, where she is appointed as Associate Professor at the Peter Guo-hua Fu School of Architecture. She is the creative director of Architecture Playshop, a web-based curricular resource to teach critical literacy to young children about climate action through design. This project began as an invited contribution to the Korean Pavilion on the theme of “Future School” at the 2020 Venice Architecture Biennale. In 2023, at the triennial “Golden Cube Awards”, Architecture Playshop was recognized with an Honourable Mention in the AudioVisual Media Category. Dr. Türeli has published a reflective piece about the curriculum development in the open-access architecture publication Platform.Sarah Nabi is an elementary school teacher at Royal Vale School in Montreal, Quebec, with over 20 years of experience. A graduate of Vanier College, Concordia University, and McGill University, she specialized in psychology, art, and special education. She fosters inclusive, culture-rich classrooms through differentiation and project-based learning, leads committees and extracurriculars, and is committed to every student's success. In Winter 2023, she partnered with McGill's Architecture Department to implement the Playshop Project at RVS.Nathalie Malhamé is a French teacher and New Teacher Mentor at Royal Vale School in Montreal, where she has taught for over 12 years. She received the Evelyn Eaton Award for her project Global Citizens of Kindness. Active on several school committees, including Governing Board, Staff Council and Truth and Reconciliation, she recently completed a certificate in educational leadership. She holds B.A. and M.A. degrees in sociology and a B.Ed.; She collaborated with the McGill's Architecture Playshop team in 2023.-- This episode is part of our Eco-justice and Climate Action Series. Authors from journal articles in a Special Issue of the Canadian Journal for Action Research hop behind the mic and share the inspirations, process, and findings from their projects. Join Joe Levitan, Shikha Diwakar and special guest host Blane Harvey, as they interview an inspiring group of researchers, educators, organizers, and more, navigating the process of action research.
Host Scott Hennen dives into a puzzling political shift in the "Red State" of North Dakota, where a citizen-led initiative for universal free school meals is gaining massive traction despite the state's conservative roots. Scott questions why 80% of North Dakotans seem ready to enshrine free lunch into the state constitution and talks to frustrated callers about the potential for long-term fiscal fallout and "fraud funnels." The conversation shifts gears to the "silent war on truckers" with guest Gordon McGill, a third-generation trucker and author of End of the Road. McGill breaks down how bad policy, non-domiciled CDL loopholes, and a "fake" driver shortage narrative are destabilizing American roads. Later, Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak joins from D.C. to discuss the government shutdown, her push to stop pay for members of Congress during such events, and her recent trade delegation to Taiwan. Finally, "The Money Man" Brien Krank stops by to explain why the stock market is shrugging off Iranian blockades and how AI continues to be the primary engine of the current bull market. Standout Moments: [00:01:25] The "Kumbaya" Lunch Initiative: Scott reacts to the 57,000 signatures gathered to put universal free school meals on the North Dakota ballot, questioning why a wealthy state is seeking government-funded lunch for all. [00:08:45] Inside the War on Truckers: Author Gordon McGill explains the "Trucking Action Plan" loopholes and why the industry has a retention problem, not a shortage. [00:16:30] Hobby Lobby & Religious Freedom: Mark Jortsman of the ND Family Alliance previews the upcoming Faith, Family, and Freedom Gala featuring Hobby Lobby President Steve Green. [00:19:50] Hardcore Truth on Iran: A fiery caller from Grand Forks argues for "cutting the head off the snake" in Iran, leading to a discussion on Iran's admitted nuclear ambitions. [00:23:40] The "Stigma" Argument: Scott deconstructs the claim that universal meals are needed to reduce the "stigma" of poverty, arguing that modern technology already makes lunch tickets anonymous. [00:28:45] No Work, No Pay: Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak details a freshman-led bill that would prohibit members of Congress from being paid during a government shutdown. [00:32:10] Chippers in Taiwan: Fedorchak recounts her trade mission to Taiwan, where she used North Dakota's famous "Widman's Chippers" to sweeten semiconductor and beef trade talks. [00:35:15] Shrugging off the Blockade: Brien Krank explains why the stock market is rallying despite the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, citing "mother's milk" corporate earnings. [00:40:30]…
The Discerning God's Best series continues with Keeper of My Heart. Listen in as Heidi Gray McGill chat about where this series is going next! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you. A chat with Heidi is always fun, and this one was no exception. I love that she's taking the series through differing eras so we get to see how things change and grow. Keeper of My Heart by Heidi Gray McGill She's the wild-hearted daughter of the frontier. He's the book-smart pharmacist from the city. When illness threatens their future, only faith can bridge the gap between instinct and intellect. Cecelia Trexler Shankel has never fit the mold of a proper young lady, and she prefers it that way. Raised on a Missouri cattle farm, she's a crack shot, an expert horsewoman, and knows the land like the back of her hand. She can outwork, outride, and outwit any man, and most of them know it. As far as she's concerned, there isn't a soul alive who can match her, until a quiet pharmacist from Philadelphia shows up in her town. James "Jimmy" Reeves is brilliant, methodical, and far more comfortable with books than with people. After beginning medical school in Philadelphia, he realized his true passion lay in chemistry and precision. He left to complete a pharmacy degree at the new school in South Carolina. Rather than return to a life of privilege, he heads west to assist at a rural clinic and study the healing properties of native plants. He never expected to get his hands dirty pulling weeds with a sharp-tongued frontier girl, or to rely on her instincts when a smallpox outbreak begins sweeping through Shumard Oak Bend. Thrown together by circumstance, Cecelia and Jimmy are opposites in every way. Instinct clashes with reason. Grit pushes against gentleness. Wild challenges reserved. But when illness strikes close to home, they must learn to trust each other not just with patients, but with their hearts. Set in 1875 Missouri, Keeper of My Heart is a heart-stirring Christian Historical Romance filled with: Frontier medicine and small-town grit An unforgettable strong-willed heroine and a socially awkward but brilliant hero Natural remedies versus formal training Caretaking moments and faith under fire Slow-burn romance and opposites-attract tension Themes of trust, surrender, and discovering God's best in unexpected places Perfect for readers who enjoy faith-filled romance, emotional depth, and a touch of prairie dust. Sometimes the one who challenges you most is the one God uses to change you forever. Learn more about Heidi on her WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Don't miss Heidi's YOUTUBE Channel where you can listen to some of her books FREE. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple Castbox Google Play Libsyn RSS Spotify Amazon and more!
The AgNet News Hour continued its coverage of California's pivotal governor race, while also highlighting mounting cost pressures facing farmers—from fertilizer and fuel to packaging—at a critical time for the state's agricultural industry. With the June primary approaching, the conversation centered on how leadership decisions could shape the future of agriculture in California. Hosts emphasized that the stakes are high, with policy direction impacting everything from water access to input costs and overall farm viability. At the same time, growers are facing increasing financial strain. Rising fertilizer prices are a growing concern, driven in part by global supply disruptions and shipping challenges. “We're going to continue to see fertilizer prices rise… it's impacting pricing and our ag industry for sure,” Josh McGill explained. Fuel prices remain another major pressure point. California continues to see significantly higher diesel and gasoline costs compared to other states, adding to production and transportation expenses for farmers. “We've had the same problem for 10 to 15 years… we're always about $2 a gallon higher than anyone else,” Nick Papagni said, pointing to regulatory and tax structures as key drivers. In addition, the cost of plastic packaging—used widely across produce sectors—is climbing. Materials like clamshell containers for fruits are becoming more expensive, further squeezing margins for growers already dealing with tight returns. “It could get a lot worse before it gets better,” McGill said, noting the connection between global oil markets and plastic production. Beyond input costs, the discussion also touched on broader concerns about government spending and regulatory complexity in California. Both hosts pointed to large-scale projects and programs that have faced delays or cost overruns, raising questions about efficiency and accountability. “It ends up taking so long… the money gets eaten up in approval processes and never makes construction,” McGill said. The episode also featured interviews with gubernatorial candidates Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, both of whom emphasized reducing regulations and increasing support for agriculture. “We know how it can be done… it's not rocket science,” Bianco said. “You identify what's broken and you fix it.” Hilton echoed that sentiment, calling for a major shift in direction. “We need a complete change… they've made it impossible to run your business,” he said, referencing regulations, energy costs, and water challenges. Both candidates stressed the importance of involving farmers directly in decision-making and improving coordination between state and federal leadership. As the race continues, the conversation made clear that California agriculture sits at a crossroads, balancing rising costs, regulatory pressures, and the need for leadership that understands the realities of farming. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.
4. Roman Exceptionalism and the Complexity of Power Guest Authors: Scott McGill and Susanna Wright (7)The final discussion addresses the *Aeneid* as a document of Roman exceptionalism, justifying Augustus's empire as a divinely ordained destiny. However, McGill and Wright argue the poem transcends mere propaganda by emphasizing the human scale and showing sympathy for Aeneas's adversaries, Dido and Turnus. They interpret Virgil's portrayal of weak or coercive kings as a potential critique of the era's shifting power dynamics. Ultimately, the work reflects the "veneer of Republicanism" Augustus maintained while establishing absolute rule, making the *Aeneid* a complex exploration of political transition and the hazards of individual power. (8)1915 AENEID
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