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Featuring a slide presentation and related discussion from Dr Matthew Lunning, including the following topics: Overview of available chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies (0:00) Toxicities associated with CAR T-cell therapy (4:03) Mitigation strategies for adverse events (22:02) Novel strategies for outpatient infusion (26:34) Changes to the CAR T-cell therapy safety regulations (30:23) CME information and select publications
This week I'm joined by Michael Henderson, Founder of RiskBox Ltd, a man on a mission to help creative businesses understand what insurance they really need.Michael brings a refreshingly honest take on one of the more confusing of running a businesses. He shares real stories, practical guidance, and insights that could save your business time, money and headaches when things go wrong.
Guest: Caleb Hoch, Consulting Manager on Security Transformation Team, Mandiant, Google Cloud Topics: How has vulnerability management (VM) evolved beyond basic scanning and reporting, and what are the biggest gaps between modern practices and what organizations are actually doing? Why are so many organizations stuck with 1990s VM practices? Why mitigation planning is still hard for so many? Why do many organizations, including large ones, still rely on unauthenticated scans despite the known importance of authenticated scanning for accurate results? What constitutes a "gold standard" vulnerability prioritization process in 2025 that moves beyond CVSS scores to incorporate threat intelligence, asset criticality, and other contextual factors? What are the primary human and organizational challenges in vulnerability management, and how can issues like unclear governance, lack of accountability, and fear of system crashes be overcome? How is AI impacting vulnerability management, and does the shift to cloud environments fundamentally change VM practices? Resources: EP109 How Google Does Vulnerability Management: The Not So Secret Secrets! EP246 From Scanners to AI: 25 Years of Vulnerability Management with Qualys CEO Sumedh Thakar EP248 Cloud IR Tabletop Wins: How to Stop Playing Security Theater and Start Practicing How Low Can You Go? An Analysis of 2023 Time-to-Exploit Trends Mandiant M Trends 2025 EP204 Beyond PCAST: Phil Venables on the Future of Resilience and Leading Indicators Mandiant Vulnerability Management
Olivia Rumble, director of Climate Legal, speaks to Amy MacIver about the outcomes of the COP30 which were overshadowed here in South Africa by the G20 summit. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Farmers across Tennessee are growing increasingly frustrated as rising deer populations continue to devastate their crops. In an effort to protect their livelihoods, the agricultural industry is joining forces with the TWRA to pursue meaningful, long-term solutions to the deer overpopulation crisis on farmland.
Climate change will lead to climate migration. There has been a renewed interest in adaptation strategies. Mitigation efforts seek to limit the amount of greenhouse gases in the environment to slow climate change. But adaptation recognizes that the climate has changed and we as a society and as a planet must adapt to these rising … Continue reading Scholars' Circle – Book Author interview – North : Future of Post climate America – November 23, 2025 →
Felipe Javier Aguiar Noury, Trinity College Dublin, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Exploring farmers' adoption of greenhouse gas mitigation measures that reduce chemical fertiliser application'. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc's Méabh O'Hagan. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Learn the 6 most overlooked advanced tax strategies used by the wealthy before end of the year to make sure you keep as much money from the government as legally possible before 2026. Our guest is Roger Roundy, the CEO of Strategic Associates, a team of tax professionals committed to helping high income earners only pay what their legally supposed to and not a penny more.Want to Pay Less Taxes to the Government this Year? Connect with the Strategic Associates Team:Book a Call: https://bttr.ly/strategic-associatesEmail: support@strategicag.net Join the Waitlist for the Tax and Assets Community: https://taxandassets.comWant Us to Review Your Current Tax Strategy? Click Here: https://betterwealth.com/taxIntro - 0:00 End-of-Year Tax Planning for Business Owners - 1:39 Pay as Little Taxes to The Government as Possible - 4:30 Why You Need Advanced Tax Strategies - 6:58What Everyone Needs to Know About Taxes - 10:52Understanding 77,000 Pages of the Tax Code - 12:094 Categories of Advanced Tax Strategies - 13:09How Low Should You Keep Your Income? - 18:11 What is the Risk of Being Audited by the IRS? - 22:35How Many Clients of Yours Have Been Audited? - 26:41We Can't Talk About This on Youtube - 30:156 Advanced Tax Strategies Explained - 32:45 The Carry-Forward Losses Strategy - 34:41Tax Code 704B Deferral Strategy - 39:06The Difference Between Deferral & Mitigation - 40:10The "Donation" Volume Strategy - 44:00 Depreciation, Leverage, & Trusts Strategy - 48:39Solar Energy Tax Strategies - 52:53 Tax Code 831B | Captive Insurance - 57:00How to Connect - 1:02:46______________________________________________ Learn More About BetterWealth: https://betterwealth.com====================DISCLAIMER: https://bttr.ly/aapolicy*This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial or legal advice.Financial Advice Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice or recommendation. Should you need such advice, consult a licensed financial or tax advisor. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of the information on this channel. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information offered.
The Trump Administration's U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is shifting its enforcement approach from aggressive actions to more cooperative mechanisms, such as compliance assistance programs and voluntary self-disclosure. For regulated industries such as manufacturing, heavy industry, and mineral extraction, this creates an opportunity to strengthen compliance while reducing enforcement risk. EPA's long-standing Audit Policy offers significant benefits, ranging from elimination or reduction of civil penalties to tailored incentives for new owners and clearer correction timelines. Successfully leveraging the policy, however, requires careful planning, strategic decisions on disclosure, and an understanding of potential risks. Co-hosted by Kelley Drye and Fehr Graham, this podcast version of the webinar features Kelley Drye Partners Wayne D'Angelo and Joseph Green and Fehr Graham's Matt Schroeder, EHS Practice Lead. Together, they share practical guidance on how companies can use EPA's Audit Policy to manage compliance obligations, mitigate penalties, and minimize enforcement exposure. Theyvexplore: - Recent policy shifts at EPA under the Trump Administration and their implications for regulated industries - The benefits of EPA's Audit Policy and the New Owner Audit Policy - Key considerations and potential risks when undertaking audits and disclosures - Practical tips to preserve privilege and maximize penalty mitigation - Insights into EPA's coordination with state agencies and how that impacts disclosure decisions To view the slide deck, click here: https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.kelleydrye.com/content/uploads/Environmental-Auditing-and-Penalty-Mitigation_Leveraging-EPAs-Audit-Policy-Under-the-Trump-Administration.pdf To view the full Zoom recording of the wfebinar, click here: https://vimeo.com/1129965500/6bac9e3b70?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Jesse M. Keenan is the Favrot II Associate Professor of Sustainable Real Estate and Urban Planning at the School of Architecture and the Built Environment at Tulane University. In his upcoming book North: The Future of Post-Climate America, he outlines the complexities of America's handling of climate change and its effects on not only migration, mitigation, and real estate, but also our institutions and societal fabric. Simultaneous conclusions: There are no climate havens, but adapt we will. Join us for the fascinating Unfrozen interview. -- Intro/Outro: “System Error,” by The Cooper Vane -- Discussed: San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank report on reversal of the migration to the Sun Belt “What Climate Change Will Do to America by Mid-Century” - The Atlantic Climate gentrification: from theory to empiricism in Miami-Dade County, Florida Sean Becketti, Freddie Mac, April 2016: Will Markets Absorb Climate Change? A Climate Minsky Moment? Mitigation vs adaptation vs resilience Rachel Minnery's efforts at the AIA to include climate adaptation as part of architects' standards and duty of care “Climate-proof Duluth” in the New York Times There were never any climate havens: The Guardian The lesson of Asheville: The flooding was the beginning of its role as a “receiving zone,” not the end “Climate havens” = media clickbait Marketing of Buffalo as a “climate haven” by Mayor Byron R. Brown Alan Mallach's Unfrozen take on reviving legacy cities “This is about growth management and urban planning 101 at the regional and local level” For many “climate havens” rhetoric is not about recruiting new residents; climate mobility is a rhetorical arm for the existing residents for core sustainability development. “The Midwest will ultimately grow for the exact same reason the Sun Belt grew” Storming the Wall by Todd Miller The Climate Credit Score Hurricane Pass, Pinellas County, Florida “Sodom & Gorlando” Climate intelligence arms race, e.g., AlphaGeo Spencer Glendon – “The money is slow and dumb”
In October, stakeholders representing an unusual combination of sectors — public, private, academic, non-profit and journalism — gathered with insurance industry experts at the 10X Convergence in Jacksonville, Florida, to explore solutions to unsustainable insurance and disaster recovery costs throughout the Interstate 10 region.Insurers continue to cancel homeowners policies across California, Texas, Louisiana, and Florida as exposure to accelerating billion-dollar disasters undermines carriers' ability to pay out claims while remaining solvent. The industry crisis has begun to spread northward, where a widening Tornado Alley sees growing impacts from property-damaging storms. This is a complex, all-hands-on-deck issue. Insurance practices and building standards have not adapted to the realities of climate change, and have neglected potential to be of powerful mutual support to one another. On the whole, 10X Convergence participants were clear that viable solutions will require a combination of applied climate and economic research with proactive governance and communications strategies, and that this must be matched by industry willingness to innovate its systems of underwriting and community development. In this podcast, Ten Across journalists Maya Chari and Taylor Griffith take you through the problems and potential solutions discussed by the diverse group of experts at the 10X Convergence. Relevant Articles and Resources VIDEO: 10X Convergence Event Wrap Up “It's harder to get home insurance. That's changing communities across the U.S.” (NPR, November 2025) “They survived the hurricane. Their insurance company didn't.” (Grist, November 2025) “Insurance for Physical Climate Risk Management: Lessons from History” (Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, August 2025) “Next to Fall: The Climate-Driven Insurance Crisis is Here—And Getting Worse” (Senate Budget Committee, December 2024) Relevant Ten Across Conversations Podcasts The Future of Insurability: New Approaches and Mindsets Carolyn Kousky on Using Insurance Models to Drive Positive Change Checking in with Dave Jones on California's Insurance Outlook CreditsHosts: Maya Chari and Taylor GriffithProducer and editor: Taylor GriffithMusic by: Out To The World, Marten Moses, Lennon Hutton, and Pearce RoswellResearch and support provided by: Duke Reiter, Kate Carefoot, Rae Ulrich, and Sabine Butler Guest Bios (in order of appearance): Steve Bowen is the Chief Science Officer and meteorologist at Gallagher Re. Adam Reeder is a civil-structural engineer and principal investigator at CDM Smith. Juliet Rogers is the president of Blue Cottage at CannonDesign. Laura Phillips-Edgecombe is the duPont Fund principal for public spaces and executive on loan to the City of Jacksonville, Florida. Clint Noble is a member of the City of Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board and professional geologist with CDM Smith. Dr. Quinton White is founding executive director of the Marine Science Research Institute and professor emeritus at Jacksonville University. Alex Harris is the lead climate reporter for the Miami Herald. Pete Nelson is the communications director for the Gulf Research Program at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Dave Hondula is the director of the Office of Heat Response and Mitigation at the City of Phoenix. Casi Callaway is the founder and president of Activate Build Connect. Eric Corey Freed is the director of sustainability at CannonDesign. Sarina Beges is the associate director of philanthropy and social innovation at the Aspen Institute. Ashantae Green is the sustainability manager for the City of Jacksonville, Florida.
Selling real estate comes with a few well-known options, but none of them are perfect. Take the 1031 exchange: you have just 45 days to identify a property and 180 days to close. The financing has to line up, and you're stuck with contingencies that can cut your buyer pool in half. No wonder 60% of 1031 exchanges end up paying some or all the taxes anyway. Your next option? Just pay the tax. Depending on your state, that could mean losing 30% or more of your sale proceeds—money that's gone forever. Another option often promoted is the DST. Sounds good on the surface, but when you peel back the layers, you'll find heavy commissions—sometimes 12 to 16%—and steep fees. Add in strict rules on how you can exit, and in the end, the net return to you is often only about 5%. That just doesn't work for most investors. And while there are plenty of other programs being pitched, most don't pass the IRS's three required tests for tax deferral. At Q companies, they've done the due diligence—almost all of them fail at least one, and many fail all three. In an audit, that means you lose. But there is a simpler way. And the IRS already recognizes and even provides a publication for—Publication 537. It's called an Installment Sale Trust (IST). The documents to set it up are straightforward, about 11 pages, and it's direct, easy, and more critical, it's compliant. That's why we're hosting a Virtual Financial Summit. We'll walk you through all of these options—the 1031 exchange, paying the tax, DSTs, and others—so you can see the benefits and drawbacks for yourself. Most importantly, we'll show you how the IST can help you potentially reach a zero-tax bracket. Comment ZERO TAX to learn how to better manage your real estate investments. I'm Heather Wagenhals showing you how to mitigate taxes, now go out and Unlock Your Wealth today. Visit UnlockYourWealth.com for more great resources, tools, and strategies to overcome your personal and professional challenges to get out of debt, achieve financial freedom and live life on your terms today!
Seven-Lecture Series on Property Law Series Roadmaphttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1ceyxXw7KilPSTUMFf_Y8r6ktEzM_gm1Q/view?usp=sharingThis conversation delves into the complexities of property law, specifically focusing on the landlord-tenant relationship and leasehold estates. It covers essential topics such as the types of leasehold estates, landlord duties, tenant rights, the Fair Housing Act, and landlord tort liability. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding these concepts for legal exams and real-world applications, highlighting the evolving nature of housing law and the need for fairness and security in tenant protections.Key Points SummaryI. Leasehold Estates & Property StatusFour Leasehold Types: Landlord/Tenant Law recognizes:Term of Years: Fixed period, ends automatically.Periodic Tenancy: Successive terms, renews until notice (e.g., 30-60 days).Tenancy at Will: Both parties desire, no specific term, modern law often requires notice.Tenancy at Sufferance (Holdover): Tenant remains wrongfully; landlord can evict or bind to new lease.Lease vs. License: A lease grants possessory interest; a license is revocable permission to use, not possess.Property Characterization: A lease is both a property conveyance and a contract. Tenant has present possession; landlord retains future possession.II. Landlord Duties & Tenant RemediesDuty to Deliver Possession: Landlords must deliver actual physical possession (modern English Rule, especially for residential leases).Implied Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment (ICQE): Protects tenant from landlord's substantial interference; breach leads to actual or constructive eviction.Implied Warranty of Habitability (IWH): (Residential only) Landlord must maintain habitable property, free of health/safety threats. Non-waivable.IWH Remedies: Tenant can refuse/abate rent or "repair and deduct" without vacating.III. Constructive & Self-Help EvictionConstructive Eviction (CE): Landlord's breach substantially interferes, forcing tenant to leave. Requires:Substantial Interference (landlord's fault).Notice and Cure (landlord fails to fix).Goodbye (tenant vacates reasonably quickly).Prohibition of Self-Help: Modern law almost universally bans landlord self-help eviction, requiring judicial proceedings for public peace.Exclusion of Non-Tenants: Self-help is often allowed against non-tenants (e.g., licensees), denying them due process.Advocacy for Uniform Protection: Argument exists to extend self-help prohibition to all residential occupants for housing security and dignity.IV. Transfer & Mitigation of DamagesDuty to Mitigate: Modern trend (contract law) requires landlords to make reasonable efforts to relet premises if a tenant breaches, reducing tenant's liability.Assignment vs. Sublease:Assignment: Transfers entire lease term. Assignee is directly liable to landlord; original tenant remains secondarily liable.Sublease: Transfers part of the term. Sublessee has no direct relationship with landlord; original tenant remains fully liable.Understanding the distinction between leasehold estates and licenses is crucial.There are four main types of leasehold estates: term of years, periodic tenancy, tenancy at will, and tenancy at sufferance.Landlords have specific duties, including delivering possession and ensuring habitability.Constructive eviction allows tenants to leave without penalty if their enjoyment of the property is substantially interfered with.The implied warranty of habitability ensures that residential properties meet basic living standards.Landlords must mitigate damages when a tenant abandons the property.The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on protected classes.Landlords can be liable for injuries on the property under certain conditions.Negligence per se can establish landlord liability if safety statutes are violated.The legal status of tenants versus licensees significantly impacts eviction protections.
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It's never too early to prepare for wildfire season, but it can be too late. This week, Haley is joined by Bryce Gidney of Outlaw Forestry to talk about wildfire mitigation, forest health, and what it really means to care for your land. They discuss the numerous ways you can set up your land for success - everything from selective thinning to creating defensible space and improving wildlife habitat. Doing things right the first time not only protects your land, but also your legacy and peace of mind. Change the way you think about fire, first health and the future of your ranch and tune in today. Chapters[0:00] Welcome & Introduction[4:50] What Effective Wildfire Mitigation Really Looks Like[9:10] Walkthrough of Bryce's On-Site Process[13:20] Planning for the Long-Term: Land Legacy and Access[17:30] Hunting Access & Habitat Enhancement[21:15] Where to Start: First Steps for Landowners[25:45] Rising Fire Risks and Longer Seasons[29:15] Proactive vs. Reactive Land Management[37:45] How Mastication Restores Burned Landscapes[40:00] Final Thoughts: Start Now, Protect What MattersLinksOutlaw ForestryNeed professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us: Mirr Ranch Group 901 Acoma Street Denver, CO 80204 Phone: (303) 623-4545 https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/
In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Brooks, Co-Founder and Chief Customer Officer of ZeroEyes, to explore what inspired a mission to prevent future violence through AI-powered gun detection. A former Navy SEAL, Dustin shares how ZeroEyes combines cutting-edge technology with human verification to provide real-time situational awareness to schools, businesses, and communities. He discusses the evolution of camera security, the importance of layered protection, and the ethical standards that guide ZeroEyes' work. Tune in for an insightful look at the intersection of innovation, preparedness, and how collaboration across the industry can save lives. 02:20 – Dustin shares his background as a Navy SEAL and how ZeroEyes began. The founding question: Can existing cameras detect visible guns and give security teams real-time awareness to minimize harm? 06:20 – How ZeroEyes combines software with a managed human service 07:20 – The critical human factor: real people verifying every alert 10:15 – Why ZeroEyes invests heavily in its operations center to continually improve accuracy 18:00 – Adam explains how this software could assist Special Operators overseas 23:15 – Customer expectations: What do organizations want from AI gun detection? 25:20 – Educating customers: managing expectations and understanding limitations 28:55 – Mitigation vs. prevention 31:05 – ZeroEyes success criteria: 1) Responding quickly to an event, and 2) Tracking the situation as it unfolds 36:00 – "Everyone's got a plan until they've been punched in the face." How ZeroEyes helps teams triage and act fast. 38:15 – ZeroEyes economies of scale model 40:33 – Three arrests last weekend highlight the success of the product 44:50 – The Gun Violence Database: an educational resource on the ZeroEyes website 45:45 – "A rising tide raises all ships." Dustin's call for collaboration within the safety and security industry.
The way investors build share portfolios is changing. With markets increasingly driven by a handful of big companies and traditional diversification offering less protection, it's time to rethink how portfolios are structured. NZ Funds' latest research explores two areas that can make a real difference. How equal-weighted portfolios compare with capitalisation-weighted portfolios, and how tail-risk protection can help reduce drawdowns while lifting long-term returns.This week, we'll look at the findings from NZ Funds' recently published Equal vs Capitalisation-Weighting and Downside Mitigation (Universa) white paper. From how regular rebalancing and broader share exposure can improve returns, to how downside protection strategies like Universa can buffer major market falls, the research shows practical ways to build stronger, more resilient portfolios.In a world of concentration risk and sharp market moves, both approaches aim to give investors better long-term results - higher compounding and steadier returns. Join hosts James and Stephan, together with NZ Funds CIO Mark Brooks, as they explore what this means for the next generation of portfolio design.
An illegal introduction of Walleye at Buffalo Bill Reservoir sometime in the early 2000's added a new wrinkle to Wyoming Game and Fish Department management of the reservoir. But a handful of strategies—one involving anglers—has succeeded in suppressing that fish species spread. Wyoming Game and Fish Fisheries Biologist Jason Burckhardt joins us on the program…
Blair Sorrel shares her journey of living with Schizoid Personality Disorder and learning to accept and love herself. She undercovers further elements of her life growing up in a family of origin where she experienced ridicule leading to low self-worth, social anxiety and a debilitating fear of authority figures. She explores a home life with "poor parenting" which undermined her academic and career disappointments. She reflects on the importance of nurturing caregivers to allow the flourishing of Intelligence and genetics toward success. In her book, "A Schizoid at Smith: How Over Parenting Leads to Underachieving" Blair Sorrel takes us through the combined impact of poor parenting along with a diagnosis of Schizoid Personality Disorder. Listen to our conversation with author Blair Sorrel as we navigate her struggles to succeed within a context of Schizoid Personality Disorder and a home life that left her feelings unsupported and not accepted. Blair Sorrel is an author, creator, and animal enthusiast. She served as the "Dollarwise Dilettante" columnist for Free Time, the matchmaker for Together Dating Service, and the apheresis recruiter for New York Blood Services. She established StreetZaps to safeguard dogs and humans from stray voltage, becoming the initial community representative invited by Con Edison to their annual Jodie S. Lane Stray Voltage Detection, Mitigation, and Prevention National Conference. Blair Sorrel's memoir raises awareness of the mysterious ailment that is Schizoid Personality Disorder. The majority of the book takes place in the 1960s taking a comedic and hopeful perspective. Listen to our conversation with Blair Sorrel to learn how she shaped her own life and defined success on her own terms. If you are interested in learning about Blair Sorrel's unique life, this podcast is for you. Links & Resources: Purchase the book: https://rockingtributes.com/smith/#purchase or https://amzn.to/47cJ0y4 Learn more about Blair Sorrel: https://rockingtributes.com/#blair Read reviews of the book: https://rockingtributes.com/smith/#reviews Materials to Reference: Check out Blair Sorrel's website: https://rockingtributes.com/
In this episode, Chris Gloninger joins Jarrett to discuss the intersection of the climate crisis and technology, focusing on climate resilience efforts, and the importance of both mitigation and adaptation strategies.They explore innovative climate technologies, the challenges faced by urban areas like Boston, and the role of community projects in enhancing climate resilience. The discussion also touches on the implications of the current climate crisis for real estate and insurance, personal actions individuals can take, and the potential of AI in addressing climate issues. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the need for proactive measures and community engagement in the fight against the climate crisis.CHAPTERS00:00 - Episode Intro00:21 - Chris Joins The Pod01:23 - Chris' Professional Background02:20 - Hurricane Sandy04:40 - NYC's Climate Preparedness07:41 - Can We Science Our Way Out Of The Climate Crisis?12:31 - Boston's Seaport16:04 - Climate Tech34:15 - Climate Crisis Impacting Real Estate44:53 - Audience Questions51:34 - AI's Impact On Climate58:17 - Noise & Signal TodayChris' X - https://x.com/ChrisGloningerChris' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chris.gloninger/Chris' LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-gloninger-cbm-ccm-83625753/Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow's tech today.All of Future Signal's content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. All of our episodes are available here on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on Social Media :X - https://www.twitter.com/futuresignalxyzInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalxyz/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalxyzLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-xyz/Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalxyzFor more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/Episode's music by @Txmmy_Beats - https://www.youtube.com/c/TxmmyBeatsTo learn more about Future Signal's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/
This week's Wealth Formula Podcast features an interview with a tax attorney. While I'm not a tax professional myself, I want to drill down on something we touched on briefly that is incredibly relevant to many of you: the so-called short-term rental loophole. If I were a high-earning W-2 wage earner, this would be at the top of my list to implement—and I know many of you are already doing it. The short-term rental loophole is one of those quirks in the tax code that most people don't even know exists, but once you do, it can be a total game-changer. Here's why. Normally, when you buy a rental property, depreciation losses can't offset your W-2 income. They're considered passive, and they stay stuck in that bucket. But short-term rentals—Airbnb, VRBO, whatever—work differently. If the average stay is seven days or less and you materially participate, the IRS doesn't classify it as passive. It becomes an active business. That means the paper losses you generate can offset your ordinary income, even from your day job. Normally, you'd need a real estate professional status to get that benefit. This is the one situation where you don't. So let's walk through how it works. When you buy a residential property, the IRS requires you to depreciate the structure—the walls, roof, foundation—over 27½ years. On a million-dollar property, that's about $36,000 a year. It's a slow drip. A cost segregation study changes that. Instead of treating the property as one block of concrete and wood, it carves out the parts that don't last 27 years. Furniture, carpet, appliances, cabinets, and even ceiling fans—those are considered 5-year property. In other words, you can depreciate them much faster. Now add bonus depreciation. Instead of spreading those 5-year assets out over five years, the current rules let you write off most of them all at once in year one. Here's the example. You buy a $1,000,000 short-term rental and finance it at 70 percent loan-to-value. That means you put in $300,000 cash and borrow $700,000. A cost seg often shows about 30 percent of the property—roughly $300,000—is 5-year personal property. Thanks to bonus depreciation, you deduct that entire $300,000 immediately. So you put in $300,000 cash, and you got a $300,000 paper loss in the same year. In practical terms, you just deducted your entire down payment against your taxable income. This is what real estate professionals do all the time and why they often end up with no tax liability at all. In this case, it works for you as a W2 wage earner. And for that reason, I think its one of the most powerful tools out there for high paid professionals that is grossly underutilized. Remember, the biggest expense for most people is the amount of tax they pay—especially W2 wage earners. This strategy lets you use money you would otherwise pay the IRS to build a cash-flowing asset for yourself. Listen to this week's Wealth Formula Podcast to learn other ways to legally pay less tax!
Today's episode is a special edition as it's the second episode of Four State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference's new podcast. Join Jim Salfer and Fred Hall as they sit down with Dr. Joel Pankowski and discuss mycotoxin mitigation and how it impacts dairy cattle nutrition.The Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference presents the latest research on nutrition and management of dairy cattle. This conference is a collaborative effort of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, University of Illinois Extension, University of Minnesota Extension and University of Wisconsin-Extension.To view Dr. Pankowski's webinar recording, visit https://fourstatedairy.org/webinars.
Despite great progress in eliminating malaria in the country, cases of malaria remain high in certain areas of Uganda. Understanding the epidemiology of cases and control is a vital component to a successful malaria mitigation project. Using a cloud-based electronic medical record we have created a pilot project to document and track malaria cases in a central Uganda health center. This type of technology can be utilized in other rural health centers to track malaria and other diseases. Speaker(s): Deborah Rodriguez Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/malaria-mitigation-project-in-rural-uganda-health-center
In this episode of Between Product and Partnerships, Cristina Flaschen, CEO of Pandium, speaks with Nate Lee, Founder of Cloudsec.ai, about the evolving challenges of security in SaaS ecosystems, AI, and integrations. Their conversation explores lessons from real-world incidents, risk management in fast-moving environments, and the emerging landscape of AI agents.Nate's Background and Security PerspectiveWith over a decade of experience as a Chief Information Security Officer, Nate has helped scale-ups build security programs focused on AI-native startups and cloud environments. His approach is grounded in pragmatism, meaning prevention is important, but effective detection, response, and transparency are what define resilience when incidents occur.Lessons from Real-World IncidentsReflecting on recent industry breaches such as the SalesLoft incident, Nate illustrates how small misconfigurations across systems like GitHub or AWS can trigger cascading risks. Even organizations with robust security teams remain vulnerable. He emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring, anomaly detection, and disciplined response planning as part of a company's operating DNA.Mitigation, Communication, and RunbooksFor smaller teams, Nate and Cristina highlight the value of preparation and clarity when managing incidents. Segregating responsibilities allows engineers to focus on resolving issues while communications are handled transparently and calmly by others. Tabletop exercises (simulations of potential breaches) help teams respond confidently when real situations arise. Above all, Nate underscores the need for transparent communication with customers and stakeholders. Clear, factual updates that explain what happened, its impact, and next steps build far more trust than spin or silence. Having ready-made messaging frameworks also helps reduce the stress of decision-making during high-pressure moments.AI Agents and Emerging RisksThe conversation then turns to the rapidly expanding role of AI agents in modern workflows. Nate explains that while these systems deliver tremendous efficiency gains, they also introduce new and unpredictable risks. Unlike traditional deterministic workflows, AI agents can act in unexpected ways, sometimes interpreting instructions beyond what developers intend. Threats such as prompt injection and the rise of unmonitored AI tools (or “shadow IT”) add layers of complexity. As adoption accelerates, maintaining visibility and control becomes critical.Despite these challenges, Nate remains optimistic about AI's potential. He advocates for mindful adoption (understanding the risks, their likelihood, and the potential business impact) while ensuring that innovation and productivity continue to advance responsibly.Building Trust and Future-Proofing SecurityFor Nate, trust is the foundation of security. Whether developing integrations, deploying AI tools, or managing internal systems, organizations must design processes that foster transparency, encourage safe experimentation, and promote continuous learning. Building a culture of accountability and openness not only reduces risk but also strengthens long-term relationships with customers and partners.Looking AheadNate is currently launching Trustmind, a platform that automates security due diligence and streamlines third-party risk management for organizations working with multiple vendors and integrations.For more insights on partnerships, ecosystems and integrations, visit www.pandium.comTo learn more about Cloudsec., go to https://cloudsec.ai/
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Implementing Zero Trust in a complex federal environment includes protecting data. To reach this goal, CISA has updated its recommendations for Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program called the Data Model Document (DMD). It provides the audience with a mechanism to focus on the most recent relevant changes without having to review the document in its entirety. Today, we sat down with three experts to unpack some of the expanded concepts. The first challenge is understanding the variety of systems. For example, Daniel Ane from the TSA shared that they had to report data from eighty different systems. The only time efficient way to collect this varying data is with specific tools. There is also a matter of control. Mark Hadley from the PNL shares that much critical infrastructure is owned by the private sector, which can limit what kind of data can be collected. Finally, Brian Meyer from Axonius makes a practical observation. Let us say you have a set of tools that accomplish the job of accurate data collection. If one gets updated, it can throw the entire compliance process out the window. It seems obvious that adhering to the strictures of the Data Model Management recommendations will assist in a move to Zero Trust, but administering DMD needs guidance and a data strategy that is practical.
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A new report from Verisk predicts a “new reality” in future natural catastrophes, with unprecedented global losses to exceed $152 billion annually. It's being driven by “frequency perils” − frequent events, such as daily afternoon summer storms and hurricanes, that are driving high-impact losses.Former Florida Deputy Insurance Commissioner Lisa Miller sits down with a Verisk modeler and a Florida property insurance company meteorologist and risk analyst, to discuss how catastrophe modeling works, how insurance companies use it to set homeowners rates, and its importance in understanding and mitigating extreme weather risks now and in the future.Show Notes (For full Show Notes, visit https://lisamillerassociates.com/episode-60-our-growing-catastrophe-risk/) The podcast discusses the increasing frequency and severity of storms and their impact on property insurance rates, particularly in Florida. Dr. Julia Borman is Assistant Vice President of the Regulatory and Rating Client Services Team at Verisk. It's part of the data analytic firm's Extreme Event Solutions division, which assists clients in working with regulators and rating agencies on a variety of projects, including data calls, utilizing catastrophe modeling in rating plans, and stress tests. Natalie Ferrari is a Meteorologist and Catastrophic Risk Analyst for American Integrity Insurance Company, based in Tampa, Florida. She provides data-driven insights into developing storms and their potential impacts by leveraging Verisk's modeling. Together, with host Miller, they explored the evolving landscape of catastrophic risk modeling in rate filings and regulatory processes, the intensifying impact of extreme weather, and the need for resilience and preparedness in the face of natural disasters that modeling can guide.Catastrophe Models: The Backbone of Modern InsuranceVerisk's newest report, Modeling Insured Catastrophe Losses: A Global Perspective for 2025, projects expected future global losses to exceed $152 billion annually. That's up from the $132 billion annual average loss over the past five years. Host Miller quoted Verisk Extreme Event Solutions President Rob Newbold's remarks on the September 2025 report, that “the modeled losses reflect a fundamental shift in the risk landscape. Natural catastrophe losses are no longer statistical anomalies. They are the new normal.” Borman said the report's $152 billion figure is a particularly significant one, given that the actual global losses in 2024 were around $137 billion. “Over half of it was what we call frequency peril loss. You used to hear around the industry, folks were calling things like severe thunderstorms and wildfire ‘secondary perils.' We don't call them that at Verisk anymore. They are frequency perils based on the fact that they happen often, typically within a year and those can really aggregate up into a large proportion of an insurance company's overall loss for the year,” Borman said.The catastrophe models look at a variety of different perils, including hurricanes, earthquakes, flooding, wildfires, and winter storms. “We were writing the report not just to understand the total amount of loss, but also the insurance gap that might exist around the world and where that was most prevalent,” she added. (For full Show Notes, visit https://lisamillerassociates.com/episode-60-our-growing-catastrophe-risk/)
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In this Sunday Morning Donors Livestream from October 5, 2025, philosopher Stefan Molyneux explores marriage complexities and government influence, challenging the belief that half of marriages end in divorce. He shares statistics, offers partner vetting and premarital counseling advice, and engages with commenters and callers on parenting and economic issues. Stefan emphasizes the societal implications of marriage and the need for open communication.Sources: https://freedomain.com/sources-the-truth-about-marriage-and-divorce/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025
Send me a messageIn this week's episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Gary Yohe, one of the world's leading climate economists, long-time IPCC author, and a member of the Nobel Peace Prize, winning IPCC team of 2007. Gary has spent over four decades shaping how we understand climate change, not just as an environmental issue, but as a fundamental risk management challenge.We explore his powerful framework: abate, adapt, or suffer. These are, he argues, the only three choices humanity has left, and crucially, some level of suffering is now unavoidable. Mitigation slows the pace of warming, adaptation reduces impacts, but neither can eliminate all risks. The insurance crisis unfolding in California and beyond shows what happens when climate risks become uninsurable, raising the threat of financial instability on a global scale.Gary also reminds us that climate decisions must be iterative. Policies cannot be fixed for 100 years; they must evolve as science, technology, and risk tolerance change. He illustrates this with striking examples, from New York's evacuation planning after Hurricane Sandy to San Francisco's flexible approach to sea-level rise.Yet, despite the scale of the challenge, Gary insists on hope, not blind optimism, but the conviction, as Václav Havel wrote, that action makes sense regardless of outcome. It's this perspective that has kept him, and many others, working relentlessly on solutions for over 40 years.If you want to understand why climate change is ultimately a risk management problem, why insurance, finance, and resilience are inseparable, and why hope is a strategy we can't do without, this episode is essential listening.Podcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing subscribers: Ben Gross Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Subscribe to the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one, as well as give you access to the entire back catalog of Climate Confident episodes.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper
Looking for more DTP Content? Check us our here: www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-linksIn Part 2 of this three-part series, host John Scardena continues his conversation with Jim Balthazar, drawing on Jim's background in law enforcement, ATF Special Response Teams, and faith-based security leadership to unpack lessons from high-profile incidents and what they mean for community safety today.Topics Covered in Part 2The Charlie Kirk incident — rooftop vulnerabilities, the difference between local security resources and federal protective standards, and how evolving threats require new approaches such as counter-sniper teams, drones for observation, and protective design changes.Historical parallels — from JFK to modern-day open-air events, how notoriety and visibility create unique risks.Schools and safety drills — why “run, hide, fight” isn't always effective, the role of barricading, and why empowerment strategies can make a difference for students and staff.The role of parents and families — parents as the first line of defense, age-appropriate conversations with children, and the importance of monitoring online influences.Mitigation and risk management — balancing statistical rarity with catastrophic impact, and how organizations can prepare without creating paranoia.Key TakeawaysHigh-profile figures and open-air venues face unique risks that demand proactive security planning.Statistically rare events can still have catastrophic consequences, making risk management essential.Training and age-appropriate preparation for schools and families are more effective than fear-based approaches.Parents play a critical role in monitoring, guiding, and shaping safe environments for kids.Security must adapt as threats evolve — from rooftops to classrooms to community gatherings.Part One: Leadership in the FieldPart Three: Church SecurityMajor Endorsements: ImpulseBleeding Control Kits by Professionals for Professionalshttps://www.impulsekits.com Doberman Emergency Management Subject matter experts in assessments, planning and training https://www.dobermanemg.com The Readiness Lab Trailblazing Disaster Readiness through podcasts, outreach, marketing, and interactive eventshttps://www.thereadinesslab.com For Sponsorship Requests contact@thereadinesslab.com 314-400-8848 Ext 2#DisasterToughPodcast #EmergencyManagement #CrisisLeadership #DisasterResponse #ActiveShooterAwareness #PublicSafety #Resilience #SchoolSafety #IncidentCommand #SecurityLeadership #RiskManagement #CharlieKirk #UVU #ChurchSecurity
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Dust is a big problem for Moon and Mars. It sticks to everything, breaks things, covers solar panels. So, how do you solve this problem? One possible solution is an electric shield that uses charged surfaces to repel the dust.
In this episode of The Gate 15 Interview, Andy Jabbour speaks with Justine Bone, Executive Director, Crypto ISAC. She has worked at the intersection of technology, governance, and investment for over twenty years from her start in the intelligence community with the New Zealand GCSB and the U.S. NSA, and has since spanned CEO roles, multinational board appointments, and global advisory positions. Today she serves as Executive Director of the Crypto ISAC, leading global collaboration at the nexus of digital assets, cybersecurity, and governance, and working with public and private stakeholders to build trust and resilience in international markets. She has also held leadership roles at Dow Jones, Bloomberg, and MedSec, and worked with public–private collaborations alongside the FDA, DHS, and DOD. Learn more about Justine on LinkedIn.In the discussion Justine and Andy cover:Justine's background.Crypto ISAC's mission and community.Threats to the blockchain and crypto industry, including the threat from North Korea.Personal and organizational crypto security considerations.What's ahead in 2026.Resilience and the power of information sharing.We play 3 Questions!“there's a lot that's the same, but there's a lot that's different”Selected links:Crypto ISAC(TLP:CLEAR) North Korea IT Worker Threat Report: Threat Overview and Mitigation. This report is a collaboration that incorporates analysis from several leading Information Sharing and Analysis Centers (ISACs), including Crypto ISAC, Oil and Natural Energy ISAC (ONE-ISAC), Real Estate ISAC, Tribal ISAC, WaterISAC, the Faith-Based Information Sharing and Analysis Organization (ISAO), and Gate 15
Tax attorney John Hyre joins Jimmy Atkinson to discuss advanced tax mitigation strategies for high-net-worth investors. From Puerto Rico residency to self-directed IRAs, Trump Accounts, Roth conversions, and ROBS, John shares practical insights on how investors can minimize their tax burden while avoiding costly mistakes. In this episode, you'll hear why John believes Roth conversions — when done correctly — are one of the most powerful planning tools available, and why he urges extreme caution with Rollover Business Startups (ROBS). He also explains the opportunity presented by the newly created Trump Accounts, the benefits of living and working in Puerto Rico, and the common compliance traps that can trip up investors. Show notes & summary: https://opportunityzones.com/2025/09/john-hyre-359/
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Ethan is the CEO of Exponential Freedom, Ethan's drive for leadership and financial freedom surpasses many other traditional approaches. He is a public speaker at many events, along with formulating a company of many employees who hold his trust. His consulting services have helped over 2,000 persons in the art of saving Tax, increasing their net worth, and driving business revenue.Learn more: https://theexponentialfreedom.com/The information provided during this appearance is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial, tax, or investment advice. Each individual's situation is unique, and viewers are encouraged to consult with a licensed financial professional before making any decisions. Exponential Freedom is a consulting and marketing firm—we do not offer financial advice or make recommendations. Instead, we connect clients with qualified, licensed professionals best suited to their specific needs.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-ethan-heisey-ceo-of-exponential-freedom-discussing-tax-mitigation-strategies
Ethan is the CEO of Exponential Freedom, Ethan's drive for leadership and financial freedom surpasses many other traditional approaches. He is a public speaker at many events, along with formulating a company of many employees who hold his trust. His consulting services have helped over 2,000 persons in the art of saving Tax, increasing their net worth, and driving business revenue.Learn more: https://theexponentialfreedom.com/The information provided during this appearance is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial, tax, or investment advice. Each individual's situation is unique, and viewers are encouraged to consult with a licensed financial professional before making any decisions. Exponential Freedom is a consulting and marketing firm—we do not offer financial advice or make recommendations. Instead, we connect clients with qualified, licensed professionals best suited to their specific needs.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-ethan-heisey-ceo-of-exponential-freedom-discussing-tax-mitigation-strategies
We check in with a homeowner who suffered damage during last month's flooding. A project in Milwaukee's 30th Street Corridor aimed at reducing future flooding. Senator Tammy Baldwin discusses her “Go Pack Go Act."
Brad Van Dam, Vice President of Growth, Carlisle Architectural Metals, joined us to chat about his webinar, “Loss Mitigation Through Building Design: Edge Metal Insights to Reduce Risk and Raise Resilience”. Listen in to hear how recent increases in natural disaster events influenced building code requirements for roof edge securement. Register for this free webinar
Sen. Scott DeLano, a Republican from Biloxi, says Mississippi has done little to help protect South Mississippians from storm damages and residents statewide from rising insurance costs in the 20 years since Hurricane Katrina. He says Mississippi lags behind other Gulf states, in part, because the state insurance commissioner has not pushed for a robust mitigation program. DeLano also addresses his recent social media post blasting a state Republican think tank leader's comments that many viewed as racist.
Today, we take you inside USG's First Day of Classes Event, and cover the end of BP's funding for the Carbon Mitigation Initiative.
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In this episode of 'Management Matters,' host James-Christian Blockwood explores how communities can adapt to a changing environment. Guests Jim Murley, Academy Fellow and former Chief Resilience Officer for Miami-Dade County, and Dr. Heidi Roop, Director of the University of Minnesota's Climate Adaptation Partnership, discuss the distinctions between adaptation, resilience, and mitigation. They also emphasize the importance of local government, individual preparedness, and effective coordination among agencies to tackle climate challenges. Our guests underscore the need for actionable science and strategic policies to help build resilient communities.Management Matters is a presentation of the National Academy of Public Administration produced by Lizzie Alwan and Matt Hampton and edited by Matt Hampton. Support the Podcast Today at: donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Episode music: Hope by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comFollow us on YouTube for clips and more: @NAPAWASH_YT
Recent Ten Across Conversations episodes have considered how current changes in staffing, research, and responsibilities within federal agencies like FEMA and NOAA may affect disaster readiness and response at the local level. Many cities find themselves pressed to rethink how their own limited resources might secure the information and support necessary to address the growing risks they face. Collaborative regional networks are proving to be one way to achieve much greater returns on investments of local time and funds. The Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI) has become an outstanding example of this type of work. Formed in 2012, this innovative coalition of 105 mayors from cities along the main stem of the Mississippi has spearheaded programs in vital policy areas including clean water, sustainable economies, and climate resilience. Among their most interesting efforts from a Ten Across perspective is the pilot parametric insurance policy MRCTI is developing with global reinsurer Munich Re. When realized, this program would allow member cities to opt in to a customized, shared insurance pool that could rapidly fund local emergency response based on predefined environmental trigger events. Listen in as City of Gretna Mayor and MRCTI Louisiana Chair Belinda Constant joins MRCTI's executive director, Colin Wellenkamp, and Ten Across founder Duke Reiter to discuss how collaboration can help defend against more frequent and costly risks. Relevant articles and resources “Trump moves to end NASA missions measuring carbon dioxide and planet health” (PBS, August 2025) “Trump, who called FEMA ‘slow,' is making people wait months for help” (E&E News by Politico, May 2025) “As Mississippi River towns experience whiplash between drought and flood, mayors look to new insurance model” (The Lens, November 2024) Relevant Ten Across Conversations podcasts Why the Ten Across Geography Needs FEMA with Dr. Samantha Montano Beyond the Forecast: TV Meteorologists Weight in on Climate Challenges Past and Future Resilience Along the Mississippi with Boyce Upholt Want to Understand the Future of Climate Resilience? Look to the Gulf Coast Credits:Host: Duke ReiterProducer and editor: Taylor Griffith Music by: Jakob Ahlbom and Lennon HuttonResearch and support provided by: Kate Carefoot, Rae Ulrich, and Sabine ButlerAbout our guestsRep. Colin Wellenkamp is the executive director of the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative and an elected member of the Missouri House of Representatives. His extensive career in the legal and policy fields has been focused on advocating and advancing public interests through improving local government functions and the activity of the business world. Colin has a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Saint Louis University, a J.D. from Creighton University School of Law, and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Sustainable Development Law from George Washington University Law School. Mayor Belinda Constant is the mayor of the City of Gretna, Louisiana and the first woman elected to the city council or mayorship. Elected as mayor in 2013, she has led a variety of resilience initiatives for the city, including the Gretna 2030 plan and Stormwater Master Plan. She became a member of the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative shortly after it was formed in 2012 and has served as co-chair and current Louisiana Chair of the organization.
In this episode, hosts Jacqueline and Melvin Landry sit down with Kevin Anderson, a seasoned real estate investor and syndicator with deep expertise in tax mitigation, multifamily syndications, self-storage, mobile home parks, and oil & gas investments.
Assaf Kipnis, AI safety (intel and investigation) at ElevenLabs, discusses the evolving landscape of online safety, the sophisticated tactics of threat actors, and the role of regulation in shaping tech company responses. He also discusses the need for accountability in both tech companies and regulatory bodies to enhance safety and security in the digital space. Key Takeaways: New tactics and scams threat actors are using, and the effectiveness of measures like age verification and red teaming Limitations faced by tech companies in combating online safety issues, and the challenges of maintaining online safety at scale The role of law enforcement and regulation in pressuring companies, platforms, and teams to improve online safety Guest Bio: Assaf Kipnis is an AI safety investigator with over a decade of experience at companies like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Google. Now at ElevenLabs, he builds systems to uncover and respond to emerging threats in generative AI, focusing on the intersection of security, abuse prevention, and human impact. Assaf is known for making sense of complex, messy problems, combining deep investigation with storytelling to drive action. He's guided by values like curiosity, care, and doing the right thing, and is passionate about reclaiming technology as a force for good. He strives to create environments where people feel safe, seen, and valued. Outside of work, he's a parent, systems thinker, and mentor who believes the best solutions start with asking the right questions—and remembering to stay human. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte
This summer saw immense river flooding that resulted in more than 130 deaths in Texas and heavy rainfall that blocked roadways in Oklahoma. Disaster preparedness and hazard mitigation are becoming more important as climate change causes more severe and unpredictable weather, scientists say.Mentioned in this episode:Social Media tags
(July 17, 2025)Senate votes to cut federal funding to PBS, NPR, and public stations. After 80 years, Trinity Test victims are eligible for reparations. Are diamonds even a luxury anymore? 20 states (including California} sue the Trump administration over ending FEMA funding for disaster mitigation. Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly' joins the program to talk about tickets going on sale for a certain movie that won't be released for another year… what's up with that?