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We're diving into the resurgence of the pronatalism movement, the belief that having more babies will save a failing civilization. With new Trump-backed policies promising "baby bonuses" and even a "National Medal of Motherhood," pronatalists are warning that falling U.S. birth rates could mean economic collapse, or even extinction. Sociologist Dr. Karen Guzzo and NPR reporter Lisa Hagen join us to unpack the motivations behind this growing movement.Also, we'll talk with author Daria Burke. She spent several years digging into the science of how our brains and bodies carry the imprint of early experiences. She wanted to understand the trauma of her childhood. Plus, Justin Chang reviews the new Cronenberg thriller The Shrouds.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

We're diving into the resurgence of the pronatalism movement, the belief that having more babies will save a failing civilization. With new Trump-backed policies promising "baby bonuses" and even a "National Medal of Motherhood," pronatalists are warning that falling U.S. birth rates could mean economic collapse, or even extinction. Sociologist Dr. Karen Guzzo and NPR reporter Lisa Hagen join us to unpack the motivations behind this growing movement.Also, we'll talk with author Daria Burke. She spent several years digging into the science of how our brains and bodies carry the imprint of early experiences. She wanted to understand the trauma of her childhood. Plus, Justin Chang reviews the new Cronenberg thriller The Shrouds.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

America is facing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation, with troubling effects on our mental and physical health. We live in one of the most divisive times in our history, one in which we tend to work, play, and associate only with people who think as we do. How do we create spaces for people to come together — to open our minds, understand our differences, and exchange ideas? In his new book, Meet Me at the Library, Shamichael Hallman argues that the public library may be our best hope for bridging these divides and creating strong, inclusive communities. Public libraries are increasingly playing an essential role in building social cohesion, promoting civic renewal, and advancing the ideals of a healthy democracy. Many are reimagining themselves in new and innovative ways, actively reaching out to the communities they serve. Today, libraries are becoming essential institutions for repairing society. Drawing from his experience at the Memphis Public Library and his extensive research and interviews across the country, Hallman presents a rich argument for seeing libraries as one of the nation's greatest assets. He includes examples from libraries large and small — such as the Iowa's North Liberty Library's Lighthouse in the Library program to bring people together to discuss important topics in a safe and supportive space, to Cambridge Cooks, an initiative of the Cambridge MA Public Library that fosters social connection by bringing people together over shared interest in food. As an institution that is increasingly under attack for creating a place where diverse audiences can see themselves, public libraries are under more scrutiny than ever. Meet Me at the Library offers us a revealing look at one of our most important civic institutions and the social and civic impact they must play if we are to heal our divided nation. Shamichael Hallman serves as the Director of Civic Health and Economic Opportunity at Urban Libraries Council, an innovation and action tank of North America's leading public library systems. In this role, he's working to advance conversations about public libraries as essential city and county infrastructure, including their value as physical spaces and a connector of diverse lived experiences. From 2017 – 2022 he served as the Senior Library Manager of the historic Cossitt Library (Memphis Public Libraries), tasked with overseeing the multi-million-dollar renovation of this space which reimagined the roles that a branch library could play in the community. During his tenure with Memphis Public Libraries, the library system was awarded the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Science by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and was recognized as the Nation's Most Innovative Public Library by Smithsonian Magazine in November of 2021. His 2020 TEDx talk “Reimagining the Public Library to Reconnect the Community” garnered international attention among librarians and social innovators. Presented by Town Hall Seattle and Seattle Public Library. Buy the Book Meet Me at the Library: A Place to Foster Social Connection and Promote Democracy Elliott Bay Book Company

In recent weeks, the Trump administration has heard a range of proposals to increase the fertility rate in the United States. While taking questions in the Oval Office on Tuesday, April 22, President Donald Trump expressed support for a “baby bonus” that would pay $5,000 per delivery to the women who have children, calling it a “good idea.” Additionally, advocates and policy experts have pitched the White House on scholarship allocations for married people or parents, new government funding for education on conception, and a “National Medal of Motherhood” awarded to women with six or more children.Ad-free podcasts are here!Many listeners have been asking for an ad-free version of this podcast that they could subscribe to — and we finally launched it. You can go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.Take the survey: What policies do you think will help increase fertility rates? Let us know!You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by Isaac Saul and edited and engineered by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Hunter Casperson, Kendall White, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The National Medal of Honor Museum officially opened its doors on March 25 – Medal of Honor Day. Host Mo Barrett was on site for the celebrations and spoke with family members of Medal of Honor Recipients, along with some of the staff who were critical to opening this special place. The Museum is filled with amazing artifacts, immersive exhibits and powerful displays telling stories of ordinary people who did something extraordinary in service to others – and now you experience it for yourself. Tickets to visit to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum are available at MOHMuseum.org.

Willy sat down with Chris Cassidy to discuss his extraordinary journey from highly decorated U.S. Navy SEAL to NASA's Chief Astronaut, and now President and CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum. They explored what it means to overcome fear—on the battlefield and in space—the power of quiet, humble leadership, what it's really like to live in orbit (including two-hour daily workouts!), how he carved out opportunities throughout his career, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Norman Milton Lear (July 27, 1922 – December 5, 2023) was an American screenwriter and producer who produced, wrote, created, or developed over 100 shows.[1] Lear created and produced numerous popular 1970s sitcoms, including All in the Family (1971–1979), Maude (1972–1978), Sanford and Son (1972–1977), One Day at a Time (1975–1984), The Jeffersons (1975–1985), and Good Times (1974–1979). His works were introducing political and social themes to the sitcom format.[2]Lear has received many awards, including six Primetime Emmy Awards, two Peabody Awards, the National Medal of Arts in 1999, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2017, and the Golden Globe Carol Burnett Award in 2021. He was a member of the Television Academy Hall of Fame.Lear was known for his political activism and funding of liberal and progressive causes and politicians. In 1980, he founded the advocacy organization People for the American Way to counter the influence of the Christian right in politics, and in the early 2000s, he mounted a tour with a copy of the Declaration of Independence.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus joins us to dive deep into: going to therapy with her 87-year-old mom, how to love adult kids well, the metaphor that got her through breast cancer, and why we should all be excited about getting older.  About Julia:  Julia Louis-Dreyfus is one of Hollywood's most influential, iconic actors and producers. She starred in and executive produced HBO's hit series Veep, she was Elaine Benes in Seinfeld and Christine Campbell in The New Adventures of Old Christine. She has received 11 Emmys with 26 nominations; she broke records for the most Emmys won. She was recently honored with the White House's National Medal of Arts, the highest award given to artists who advance the arts in the United States.   On April 11, she released her new podcast, “Wiser Than Me,” a 10-part series of candid, witty conversations with women over 70. And her fantastic new film You Hurt My Feelings is being released in May.   TW: @OfficialJLD IG: @officialjld To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Toby Keith honored at the National Medal of Honor Museum opening ceremony.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Texas Senate passed SB1, it's version of the Texas budget, unanimously – no wonder Dems went along as some say it is 40% larger than the last two state budgets. And, out of billions in new spending senators only provided $6 billion for more property tax cuts. I'm not really sure how the Lt. Governor comes at the number of only 0.9% growth in spending; it must have something to do with the qualifier “All Funds budget.”Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.The National Medal of Honor museum is now open in Texas.Senator Cornyn makes his re-election bid official. Democrat loser Colin Allred hints that he may run (after having lost to Cruz.) The real question is who will challenge Cornyn in the GOP primary.Jasmine ‘Crocked' Crockett just cannot help herself and her mouth as she is an iconic representation of today's Democrat. Jasmine Crockett hot wheels comment about Abbott draws GOP rebuke Democrat Rep. Jasmine Crockett on Handling Political Opponents: ‘I Think You Punch' Lawmaker faces backlash over ‘shameful' comment about Texas Governor Trump rips ‘lowlife' Jasmine Crockett over attack on Governor Greg Abbott Jasmine Crockett Shoves AOC Aside, Declares Trump an ‘Enemy to the United States' and Occupier Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Nathan Gordon among 3500 military veterans represented at National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, TX; Morrilton Rotary Club to hold Free Wash Night at local laundromat; Morrilton High School art students' work included in display in Boston gallery; Boen named Rialto Artistic Director; Pinion to depart Arkansas State and follow coach to South Florida.

Today we'll talk economic development, Greenland and how it's curtains for one Alabama movie theater. Plus, for National Medal of Honor Day we'll highlight one of Alabama's past recipients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The editor in chief of The Atlantic says White House national security adviser Mike Waltz invited him to join a group chat on Signal, an encrypted messaging app. Waltz, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other top U.S. officials then texted about plans to attack Houthi targets in Yemen. While Hegseth has denied the allegations, the National Security Council said the thread "appears to be authentic." A preliminary investigation into the death of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankee Brett Gardner, indicates he may have died from possible food poisoning.  Police say multiple incendiary devices were found at a Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas, on Monday in the latest in a series of attacks on Elon Musk's company. The FBI has launched a task force to investigate the attacks. The National Medal of Honor Museum is set to open to the public Tuesday in Arlington, Texas. The sister of one recipient has criticized the museum for how it honors her brother. She spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil. Trailblazing athlete Kimmy Fasani returns to competition after battling breast cancer, placing third in the 2023 Natural Selection Tour. In her new documentary "Butterfly in a Blizzard," she offers a personal look at balancing recovery, motherhood and the sport she loves. She joins "CBS Mornings." March Madness is in full swing with the Sweet 16 set for the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments. All of the top seeds* are still alive on both sides and four schools have the chance to make their own history, by winning both the men's and women's tournament in the same year. "Inside the NBA" host Ernie Johnson, part of CBS' March Madness coverage joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the biggest storylines. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

White House inadvertently texted top-secret Yemen war plans to journalist; MS egg prices stay high amid industry consolidation; NM native, others remembered on National Medal of Honor Day; IN inches closer to lifesaving law change.

National Medal of Honor Day THE INTERVIEW Access to food, childcare, transportation, mental health resources, social connection and more are key issues facing veterans in their first year transitioning out of the military. Air Force veteran Abby Kinch shares how Student Veterans of America is addressing these needs with its Basic Needs and Wellness Survey. SCUTTLEBUTT The first Americans to earn the Distinguished Service Cross were two Army nurses Remembering Marine Corps veteran and Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman Special Guest: Abby Kinch.

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White House inadvertently texted top-secret Yemen war plans to journalist; MS egg prices stay high amid industry consolidation; NM native, others remembered on National Medal of Honor Day; IN inches closer to lifesaving law change.

Join us in this heartfelt episode of "Have Faith, Let It Begin" as we commemorate National Medal of Honor Day. We salute the courage and sacrifice of the brave individuals who have earned the nation's highest military decoration. Reflecting on the legacy and valor of Medal of Honor recipients, we acknowledge the freedom and peace we enjoy thanks to their service. Angel Santana offers a prayer of gratitude for military personnel and their families, inviting listeners to join us in honoring these heroes.

March 25th was designated by Congress as a day of recognition and gratitude for those who have demonstrated extraordinary heroism and courage. Today marks one hundred and sixty two years since the very first medal of honor was ever awarded to Jacob Wilson Parrott, a private from the 33rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry’s Company K. We are celebrating the day by thinking back on some of the incredible heroes we covered in our last season. We will continue to tell those stories in our second season coming up in May. In the meantime, we also want to hear from you! Send us your personal story of courage, or highlight someone else’s bravery. You might hear your stories on future episodes of Medal of Honor, or see them on our social channels. Email us at medalofhonor@pushkin.fm. We’ll see you all back here in May.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

⁠⁠Visit our Online Store⁠⁠⁠ for Books and More.The National Medal of Honor Museum opens today in Texas. The landmark museum features a variety of engaging and immersive exhibits that honor the bravery and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients. Some of the key exhibits include:Moments of Action: This exhibit allows visitors to explore virtual Medal of Honor battlefields and meet inspiring recipients in vivid high-definition.The Medal: Uncover the inspiring legacy, symbolism, and selection criteria of the Medal of Honor.Dustoff Experience: Step into a high-stakes Huey helicopter rescue mission, making split-second decisions as part of a Vietnam-era Dustoff crew.Captain Larry L. Taylor Exhibit: This exhibit showcases the story of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Larry Taylor, featuring immersive displays, historical artifacts, and a full-sized replica of his AH-1G Cobra helicopter.These exhibits, along with many others, ensure that the extraordinary contributions of these American heroes are remembered and celebrated for generations to come.⁠⁠Visit our Online Store⁠⁠ for Books and More.For a limited time, grab a signed copy of Robert Child's ⁠⁠Big War Box Set ⁠⁠a must-have keepsake for your shelf! This compelling collection features five of my nonfiction military history titles, complete with photographs and detailed maps. Spanning 375 pages, the stories range from the Revolution to World War II. You'll receive: Don't miss out—order your signed copy of the ⁠⁠Big War Box Set ⁠⁠now.#WW2 #MedalofHonor #americancivilwar

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Bob reads a latter by the principal of School of The Arts, Bob takes calls, talks about the New York Young Republican reception, His attempt to FOIL the police report of the Brockport staff member DWI, and National Medal of Honor Day.

Clayton and Sybil catch up with Charlotte Jones at the National Medal of Honor Museum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Jameis Winston signing with the Giants. Hosts Sara Walsh, Kyle Brandt, Peter Schrager, Isaiah Stanback, and Seth Rollins discuss how these moves affect the Draft and Aaron Rodgers. Is it a given that Cam Ward will be the #1 over pick? Cowboys Exec Charlotte Jones talks about opening the National Medal of Honor Museum plus the Cowboys hiring a new head coach. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Classified U.S. strike plans against Houthi rebels in Yemen were leaked to an The Atlantic journalist after they were accidentally added to a senior Trump administration chat group. Once a staple of the American breakfast table, orange juice consumption has hit record lows and Florida's groves are battling citrus greening, a devastating disease with no cure. The Medal of Honor is one of the rarest honors in American history, with fewer than 3,600 recipients. Now, their stories of extraordinary heroism will be preserved at the first-ever National Medal of Honor Museum, opening Tuesday in Arlington, Texas. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Plus, Texas health officials have confirmed 30 new cases of measles, bringing the statewide total to 309, and the National Medal of Honor Museum will open on Tuesday.

Very few military service members achieve the Medal of Honor. Now they have a museum. In fact, today is the first full day of operation for the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas. For details, the museum's executive director, Cory Crowley, joins me now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Very few military service members achieve the Medal of Honor. Now they have a museum. In fact, today is the first full day of operation for the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas. For details, the museum's executive director, Cory Crowley, joins me now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Today's Episode – The guys start us out talking Elon and the Space-X program saving our astronauts. 286 Days of being in space, and it took a private company to bring our people home. We then bounce over to all the virtue signaling Lefties talking about bankrupting Elon, and how they are selling their Teslas.We introduce our guest Kendall Qualls, where we get a little bit of a history and his background. Mark dives into today's topics with Kendall.Tune in for all the fun https://takechargeus.com/ Project 21 Ambassador Kendall Qualls is the founder and president of the nonprofit foundation TakeCharge, which strives to unite Americans regardless of background toward a shared history and common set of beliefs, asserting that the promise of America is available to everyone regardless of race or social standing.Kendall has a unique vantage point to convey that message, and to plant the seeds of change desperately needed. Kendall was raised in poverty in a broken home. He worked full-time to pay for college, served as an officer in the U.S. Army and later earned three graduate degrees. He worked his way up the ranks at several Fortune 100 healthcare companies before he became Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing at an $850M business unit.Kendall has been married to his wife Sheila for 39 years and they have five children together. He serves on the Board of Hope Farm School, a school for at-risk boys from Minneapolis. He is also on the President's Advisory Board of the Heritage Foundation and the Advisory Board for the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership.Kendall's message has reached millions of people as a speaker and as a guest on media programs such as the Fox News Channel's “Tucker Carlson Tonight” and “Fox & Friends,” and the Dennis Prager Show. His articles have been published in the New York Post, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Federalist, Real Clear Politics, The Christian Post, and the Minneapolis Star Tribune.Kendall was a Republican candidate for Governor of Minnesota in the 2022 election cycle. He recently authored a book, “The Prodigal Project: Hope for American Families.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maya Lin (1959 - present) is a sculptor, architect, artist, and designer known for her memorial work and focus on landscapes and the environment. At age 21 she designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, which was dedicated in 1982. Since then she has seamlessly weaved between art and architecture, producing work that has earned her both a National Medal of Arts, as well as a Presidential Medal of Freedom. Further reading: Boundaries by Maya Lin Maya Lin: Artist and Architect Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision Maya Lin This month, we’re talking about Architects. These women held fast to their visions for better futures, found potential in negative space, and built their creations from the ground up. History classes can get a bad rap, and sometimes for good reason. When we were students, we couldn’t help wondering... where were all the ladies at? Why were so many incredible stories missing from the typical curriculum? Enter, Womanica. On this Wonder Media Network podcast we explore the lives of inspiring women in history you may not know about, but definitely should. Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know–but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Educators, Villains, Indigenous Storytellers, Activists, and many more. Womanica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures. Womanica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Grace Lynch, Maddy Foley, Brittany Martinez, Edie Allard, Carmen Borca-Carrillo, Taylor Williamson, Sara Schleede, Paloma Moreno Jimenez, Luci Jones, Abbey Delk, Adrien Behn, Alyia Yates, Vanessa Handy, Melia Agudelo, and Joia Putnoi. Special thanks to Shira Atkins. Original theme music composed by Miles Moran. Follow Wonder Media Network: Website Instagram Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Open-Ended Conversation with Federico Faggin Federico Faggin created the self-aligned MOS silicon-gate technology, which made possible memory chips, CCD image sensors, and the microprocessor. He designed the Intel 4004, 8008, and 8080 microprocessors, as well as the Zilog Z80 and Z8 processors. In 2010, he received the 2009 National Medal of Technology and Innovation, … Continue reading "An Open-Ended Conversation with Federico Faggin"

After three years of construction – and decades of dreams – the National Medal of Honor Museum will open its doors this month. In their actions on the battlefield and beyond, Medal of Honor Recipients embody the values intrinsic to the Medal: citizenship and patriotism, commitment and integrity, courage and sacrifice. And while the Museum will explore all of these values, each of us relates to the values in a unique way. Recently, we asked Medal of Honor Recipients and their family members which of the six values resonates with them the most.   Tickets to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum are now available for purchase on the Museum's website ahead of the doors opening to the public on March 25, 2025. The Museum has more than 100,000 square feet of space, including 31,000 square feet dedicated to Exhibition Galleries telling the history of the Medal of Honor and the stories of the American heroes who earned it. More information to help guests plan their visit is available at mohmuseum.org.

With just a few weeks to go until the National Medal of Honor Museum's Grand Opening, host Mo Barrett talks to architect Bassam Komati, the Partner-in-Charge at Rafael Viñoly Architects for the National Medal of Honor Museum, about how the Museum has gone from blueprints to a real building. They discuss how the design has changed throughout construction, how the architecture and exhibits complement one another, and how he has executed Rafael Viñoly's vision.   Interested in supporting the Museum's work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you'll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

Reggio “The Hoofer” McLaughlin is a master tap dancer, teacher, and historian.  Reggio began his career as a musician, playing bass guitar for The Lost Generation and opening for such artists as Gladys Knight and the Pips and James Brown.  Reggio made the successful transition from musician to tap dancer.  He performs and teaches tap around the world, and has worked with countless tap legends, including Gregory Hines, Savion Glover, The Nicholas Brothers, Jimmy Slyde, and his mentor Ernest “Brownie” Brown.  Reggio's immense contributions to preserving the art and tradition of tap have been richly recognized: In 2021, Reggio received the National Medal of Honor from the United States' National Endowment of the Arts.  Listen as Reggio and Shannon discuss Reggio's inspiring career, and what it's like to be named a National Living Treasure.

A well pad explosion in Ohio has caused some local communities to worry about the safety of oil and gas. What does the Farm Bill have to do with climate change? A bid to sell U.S. Steel to a Japanese company gets shot down by President Biden. What does it mean for air quality in the region? A new state program that aims to save schools money through solar energy is open for applications. States have begun rolling out new federally funded rebates to help households pay for energy efficiency upgrades and electric appliances. However, the programs are in limbo in Pennsylvania and surrounding states. A renowned geoscientist and Penn State professor is one of this year's recipients for the National Medal of Science. And, Congress approved an extension of the Farm Bill in December but has yet to pass a new five-year version. Pennsylvania's state amphibian, the Eastern hellbender, could soon get federal protections. Vultures have a bad reputation, but a bird lover says they're worth a second look.  

Advocates are pushing state lawmakers to include $100 million for literacy interventions in the next state budget. Suicide rates for rural Pennsylvanians are much higher than those in urban counties. Farmers who attended the just-completed Pennsylvania Farm Show have had a chance to learn about available mental health resources. A renowned geoscientist and Penn State professor is one of this year’s recipients for the National Medal of Science, the highest honor scientists and engineers can receive for groundbreaking discoveries. Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts threw two touchdown passes in his first game since a late-season concussion, as the Eagles rode their NFL-best defense to a 22-10 wild-card playoff win over the Green Bay Packers. Washington topped Tampa Bay 23-20 with a last second field goal. In the AFC, Baltimore will take on Buffalo - after demolishing Pittsburgh Saturday night 28-14. The Philadelphia 76ers have decided not to build a $1.3 billion downtown arena. The move comes just weeks after the team received approval for the contentious project from the city council. The state Attorney General's office has charged a state trooper with possessing thousands of AI-generated pornographic images and videos on his work computer. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Army Green Beret Darrell Utt joins the first livestream of 2025. Darrell is also the author of Grit to Glory: A Green Beret's Journey from West Virginia to the Streets of Baghdad. Darrel is a decorated Green Beret with a Bronze Star with a V for Valor, and his ODA unit was recognized as the top Special Forces Unit by the Larry Thorne Award. He's worked as a security analyst, and most recently with the National Medal of Honor Foundation. Raised in Huntington, West Virginia, Utt joined the elite Green Berets and led high-stakes missions in hostile environments worldwide. Known for his tactical acumen and strategic thinking, Utt's leadership combines humility, discipline, and dedication, inspiring his team and fostering unity. He also mentors aspiring soldiers and Green Berets, sharing his knowledge and instilling values of courage, selfless service, duty, and loyalty. Utt's awards include five Bronze Star Medals, one with valor for heroism in Baghdad (2006), and the Larry Thorne Award for best operational detachment in the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne). He also received the Robert T. Frederick Award for military excellence in 2007. Utt retired from the US Army in January 2017 and now resides with his wife in Denton County, Texas. Bookmarks: 0:00 - Intro 20:00 - Joining the Military 25:00 - PIFWICS 28:00 - Honey Pots and High Value Targets 35:00 - Operation Ugly Baby 41:00 - Writing a Book 47:00 - Pentagon Review Board 1:00:00 - 2025 Events and Imposter Syndrome

Teresa K. Woodruff joined an elite group of Americans who have received two national medals of honor when President Joe Biden announced the latest recipients of the National Medal of Science on Jan. 3.  Arati Prabhakar, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, presented Woodruff with the medal at a ceremony at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., on the same date. The first person from Michigan State University to receive the National Medal of Science, Woodruff has made significant global contributions in scientific research, improvements to the scientific process and diversification of research teams. Woodruff is an MSU Foundation professor in both the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology at MSU's College of Human Medicine and the Department of Biomedical Engineering at MSU's College of Engineering. She was named provost of MSU in August 2020 and served as interim president of MSU from 2022-2024.   Established in 1959 by the U.S. Congress, the National Medal of Science is the highest recognition the nation can bestow on scientists and engineers. Teresa is the first MSU faculty member to receive the recognition.   President Barack Obama presented Woodruff with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring in an Oval Office ceremony in 2011. It is very rare to receive two presidential honors.   Conversation Highlights: (1:36) - Congratulations! How does it feel? (2:30) - You're one of the world's leading fertility experts, and you pioneered the science of oncofertility in 2006 that has helped thousands of cancer patients protect their reproductive futures. Talk about how your interest in this area developed and describe your research interests. (4:43) - How is your research evolving? Findings lead to more questions, right? What is the zinc spark? (6:37) - Teaching and mentoring are important to you. You're an advocate for women in science and led efforts to change federal policy to mandate the use of females in fundamental National Institutes of Health research.Your students inspire you. Why is mentoring important to you and how are they helping carry on your work? (8:57) - Why MSU? You could do this research anywhere.  (9:57) – The burgeoning MSU Health Sciences. Listen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

The acclaimed author Julia Alvarez is the longtime writer in residence at Middlebury College. Her novels include, “How The García Girls Lost Their Accents” and “In the Time of the Butterflies.” She's also a prize-winning poet, children's author and essayist.Alvarez's most recent novel, “The Cemetery of Untold Stories,” was published in 2024 and will be published in paperback in April 2025.Alvarez's family was forced to flee from the Dominican Republic to the U.S. when her father was implicated in a plot to overthrow the dictator, Rafael Trujillo. Alvarez graduated from Middlebury College in 1971 and earned her Masters in Creative Writing from Syracuse University. She returned to Middlebury College in 1988 as a full-time faculty member.Alvarez is a founder of Border of Lights, a movement to promote peace and collaboration between Haiti and the Dominican Republic.Alvarez's work has earned her numerous awards, including a National Medal of the Arts that she received from President Obama in 2014.I spoke with Alvarez on New Year's Eve 2014. I asked her to share her New Years Resolution.“Something that I'm really asking myself at this stage of my life with the time left me, with whatever skills I've cultivated over a lifetime of serving an apprenticeship, how do I want to use that skill? How do I want to marshal those resources so that I feel like I'm helping the next generation that is coming after me? … What are the stories we need to be hearing to come together as a human family?" she replied."It's those kinds of questions I'm at least asking myself and committed to in the new year and the years to come to try to understand and to work with.”

Are science and belief in God incompatible? Dr. Francis S. Collins, renowned for having led the Human Genome Project and the former Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), says science and faith are two different ways of understanding God's creation.   We dove right in and had so much to explore! His father's folk music collection that is a true national treasure;  Connecting music with the mysteries of the universe both as a scientist and a person of faith;  An encounter with a heart patient that led Dr. Collins to his faith in Christ;  How he got the job to lead the Human Genome Project (no, it wasn't an answer to an ad on Craigslist);  Leading the NIH during a worldwide pandemic;  The ongoing harrassment and even death threats he and his colleagues at NIH have had to endure;  Struggling to understand the emergence of the anti-vax movement;  Nurturing relationships with folks who hold very different views such as the late Christopher Hitchens;  The BioLogos Foundation;  And the most interesting book club in the world!   Dr. Francis Collins is the former director of the National Institutes of Health. And was the longest serving director of NIH — spanning 12 years and three (very different) presidencies. Dr. Collins is a physician-geneticist noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and his leadership of the international Human Genome Project, which culminated in April 2003 with the completion of a finished sequence of the human DNA instruction book. Dr. Collins' research laboratory has discovered a number of important genes, including those responsible for cystic fibrosis, Huntington's disease, a familial endocrine cancer syndrome and, most recently, genes for type 2 diabetes among others. Dr. Collins was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in November 2007 and the National Medal of Science in 2009.   We're on YouTube!  https://www.youtube.com/@politicsandreligion     Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.   We're on Patreon! Join the community:  https://www.patreon.com/politicsandreligion   It would mean so much if you could leave us a review:  https://ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics    Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.   Please support our sponsor Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com   You can find Corey on all the socials @coreysnathan such as bsky.app/profile/coreysnathan.bsky.social   biologos.org/

While we celebrate the wonders of the holidays, our hearts are also heavy with the memories of the five Medal of Honor Recipients who passed away this year. To help us remember these heroes, host Mo Barrett is joined by NMOHMF's Jenny Page and Kali Martin Schick for a discussion about how the National Medal of Honor Museum is telling their stories and preserving their legacies. Interested in supporting the Museum's work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you'll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

Chris Cassidy is a retired Navy SEAL, two-time recipient of the Bronze Star, and former Chief Astronaut at NASA with 377 days in space. Now, he's back on terra firma leading a new mission: The opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum this spring in Arlington. In this episode, DBJ Staff Writer Holden Wilen invites Cassidy to share this monumental moment for DFW, and why he chose a new challenge as a non-profit CEO, far from foreign battlefields and outer space.

Chuck and Tom have the privilege of interviewing Darrell Utt, a Special Forces team leader in Iraq who became the Chief of business ops for the National Medal of Honor Museum. Darrell talks about his experiences in Iraq as a Special Forces team leader which he later chronicled in his book "Grit to Glory" which can be purchased here. Remember to like, subscribe, and leave a review to help us grow the podcast. Go to www.warstoriesofficial.com to listen to older episodes or to support us by buying our merchandise. You can also support us by becoming a patron here and following us on Instagram and Facebook. 

This is a selection for the Best of 2024 of First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing. Julia Alvarez has written novels including How the García Girls Lost Their Accents, In the Time of the Butterflies, ¡Yo!, In the Name of Salomé, Saving the World, Afterlife, collections of poems including Homecoming, The Other Side/ El Otro Lado, The Woman I Kept to Myself, nonfiction works including Something to Declare, Once Upon A Quinceañera, and A Wedding in Haiti, and numerous books for young readers including the Tía Lola Stories series, Before We Were Free, finding miracles, Return to Sender and Where Do They Go? Her new novel is The Cemetery of Untold Stories.  In 2013, she received the National Medal of Arts from President Obama. We talked about Julia's childhood, her parents reaction to her fiction, telling stories, aging, creativity, the stories we can pass on, and writing craft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you feel you can no longer talk with people who hold different opinions? Has anger become the predominant tone? If we want this to change, how can we as individuals, change the way we talk and connect when we differ?   Dr. Francis Collins is a pro at stepping into spaces that many of us are avoiding right now. He's remarkably good at finding common ground with people who think differently than he does. You may know Francis as one of our nation's greatest scientists. The former director of the National Institutes of Health and a physician-geneticist, he led the the National Human Genome Research Institute and successfully led the effort to sequence the human genome. He is also known for his landmark discoveries of the genes responsible for critical diseases like cystic fibrosis and Huntington's Disease. His recent book, The Road to Wisdom, centers on principles he considers essential for navigating today's polarized society: truth, science, faith, and trust. He finds both faith and science as essential for exploring this challenging question of how we connect with each other across divides. For Francis, love, beauty and goodness lie at the foundation of who we should be as humans. We should use our time together to experience these with others. In this episode of House Calls, Francis shares his own stories of finding common ground and establishing genuine friendships, even in the face of fundamental disagreement. Drawing from his experience as a scientist and as a man of faith, he offers strategies for building relationships that lean on a positive view of humanity, and that free our minds from the negativity of social media, to re-create a society that feels better to all of us. As Francis says, “We the people are the solution to what has happened to we the people.” A talented musician, Francis ends our conversation by sharing a song he performed with famed opera singer Renée Fleming. Written during the Civil War, the song was created to bring the country together during a time a great division. It remains so relevant today. (03:24)    Why is Francis Collins known as “The Singing Scientist?” (05:21)    What's the connection between music and the brain? (12:07)    How does Francis Collins view the divisions in our country? (18:25)    What can we, as individuals, do to build connections with people who think and feel differently? (24:46)    What are some strategies for having meaningful conversations across differences? (28:35)    How did a friendship blossom from a conversation referred to as “a meeting with an elitist and a deplorable”? (35:11)    How can we remove hostility from our dialogue? (43:05)    How has Francis Collins' book club become a safe space for him? (45:41)    Why is it important to Francis Collins to help people? (48:37)    What is the role of faith in Francis Collins' life? (52:16)    What don't people talk more openly about their faith experiences? (54:43)    Why don't we talk more about values? (01:01:22)    Why is the Civil War-era song Francis Collins and Renée Fleming sing still relevant today? We'd love to hear from you! Send us a note at ⁠housecalls@hhs.gov⁠ with your feedback & ideas. For more episodes, visit ⁠www.surgeongeneral.gov/housecalls⁠.  Dr. Francis Collins, Scientist & Former Director, NIH About Dr. Francis Collins Dr. Francis Collins is a physician-scientist. Under his direction, the Human Genome Project produced the first finished sequence of the human DNA instruction book in 2003. From 2009 to 2021, Collins served under three Presidents as the Director of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, the largest supporter of biomedical research in the world. Following a year in the White House as the President's Acting Science Advisor, he oversees a research laboratory as a Distinguished Investigator in the intramural program of the National Human Genome Research Institute. He also leads a bold administration initiative to eliminate hepatitis C in the United States. His contributions to science, medicine, and society have been recognized by the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the National Medal of Science, and the Templeton Prize. His most recent book is “The Road To Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust” (Little Brown and Worthy, 2024).

Over Veterans Day Weekend, the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation once again proudly partnered with the Dallas Cowboys to publicly recognize and thank Medal of Honor recipients during the Cowboys' annual Salute to Service game. Charlotte Jones, Dallas Cowboys Chief Brand Officer and Co-Owner and Chairman of the NMOHMF Board of Directors, talked to host Mo Barrett about the importance of that moment, the Cowboys' support of the Museum, and what to look forward to during the Grand Opening celebration in March.     Interested in supporting the Museum's work to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of Medal of Honor recipients? Please consider becoming a Cornerstone Member. Your donation makes a big difference, and you'll gain access to some exclusive benefits. Learn more at MoHMuseum.org.

I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today's and tomorrow's exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Blog Learn more about Abundance360: https://www.abundance360.com/  _____________ In this episode, Ray and Peter discuss 2025 predictions, Job loss in the coming years, and Ray's thoughts on nanotech taking over the world.    Recorded on Oct 18th, 2024 Views are my own thoughts; not Financial, Medical, or Legal Advice. 12:44 | AGI Predictions Prove Conservative 27:06 | The Future of Jobs with Robots 57:30 | The Future of Humanity: AI Evolution Ray Kurzweil is a world-class inventor, thinker, and futurist, with a thirty-five-year track record of accurate predictions. He has been a leading developer in artificial intelligence for 61 years – longer than any other living person. He was the principal inventor of the first CCD flat-bed scanner, omni-font optical character recognition, print-to-speech reading machine for the blind, text-to-speech synthesizer, music synthesizer capable of recreating the grand piano and other orchestral instruments, and commercially marketed large-vocabulary speech recognition software. Ray received a Grammy Award for outstanding achievement in music technology; he is the recipient of the National Medal of Technology, was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, and holds twenty-one honorary Doctorates. He has written five best-selling books including The Singularity Is Near and How To Create A Mind, both New York Times bestsellers, and Danielle: Chronicles of a Superheroine, winner of multiple young adult fiction awards. His new book, The Singularity Is Nearer was released on June 25th and debuted at #4 on the New York Times Best Seller list. He is a Principal Researcher and AI Visionary at Google. Read The Singularity is Nearer: https://a.co/d/gbvshG2  ____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Get started with Fountain Life and become the CEO of your health: https://fountainlife.com/peter/ AI-powered precision diagnosis you NEED for a healthy gut: https://www.viome.com/peter  Reverse the age of your skin with OneSkin; 30% off new subscription orders with code PETER at oneskin.co/PETER Get real-time feedback on how diet impacts your health with https://join.levelshealth.com/peter/  _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots