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Following the Trump administration's decision to revoke $400 million in federal funding over Columbia University's failure to protect Jewish students, the university announced sweeping policy changes. Meanwhile, the U.S. moved to deport former Columbia student and pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, accusing him of concealing his ties to UNRWA and participating in antisemitic campus protests. Dr. Laura Shaw Frank, Director of AJC's Center for Education Advocacy, joins People of the Pod to discuss the delicate balance between combating antisemitism, safeguarding free speech, and ensuring campuses remain safe for all students. ___ Resources: Leaders for Tomorrow: AJC's Flagship Leadership Development Initiative for High School Students AJC Supports Action on Antisemitism, Warns Against Overly Broad Funding Cuts Guidance and Programs for Higher Education Spaces The State of Antisemitism in America 2024 Report  AJC Statement on ICE Proceeding Against Mahmoud Khalil Listen – AJC Podcasts: -The Forgotten Exodus: with Hen Mazzig, Einat Admony, and more. -People of the Pod:  Spat On and Silenced: 2 Jewish Students on Fighting Campus Hate Meet the MIT Scientists Fighting Academic Boycotts of Israel Will Ireland Finally Stop Paying Lip Service When it Comes to Combating Antisemitism? Held Hostage in Gaza: A Mother's Fight for Freedom and Justice Follow People of the Pod on your favorite podcast app, and learn more at AJC.org/PeopleofthePod You can reach us at: peopleofthepod@ajc.org If you've appreciated this episode, please be sure to tell your friends, and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. __ Transcript of Conversation with Laura Shaw Frank: Aaron Bregman: Hi, this is Aaron Bregman, AJC's Director of High School Affairs. If you're the parent of a Jewish high school student, you've probably asked yourself, "How can I help my teen feel proud and prepared to lead in today's world?" Well, that's exactly what AJC's Leaders for Tomorrow program, or LFT, is all about. LFT gives Jewish teens the tools to navigate challenging conversations and advocAte about antisemitism and Israel—whether in the classroom, online, or in their community spaces. Our monthly deep-dive sessions into the issues faced by Jews - both historically and today - become the place where LFT students find community, build confidence, and strengthen their Jewish identity. If your teen is ready to expand their understanding of what it means to be a Jewish leader — have them visit AJC.org/LFT to learn more. Let's give them the tools they need to step up, speak out, and lead with pride. Again, that's AJC.org/LFT.  Manya Brachear Pashman:   Three federal agencies said this week that they welcomed the policy changes that Columbia University announced Friday, following the Trump administration's revocation of $400 million in federal funding. The government recalled the funding in response to the university's failure to enforce its own rules to protect Jewish students after the terror attacks of October 7, 2023. Masked protesters of the Israel Hamas War spewed antisemitic rhetoric, built encampments that blocked students from attending classes and, in some cases, took over classes.  Also this week, the government announced new charges against Mahmoud Khalil, an Algerian citizen and green card holder here in the United States, and a former Columbia University graduate student who was detained due to his activism on campus. International students on other campuses also have been detained in the weeks since. As a community that values academic freedom, as well as freedom of expression, and democracy, how do we balance those values with the importance of fighting antisemitism and making sure our campuses are safe for Jewish students?  With me to discuss this balancing act is Laura Shaw Frank, director of the AJC Center for Education Advocacy and director of AJC's Department of Contemporary Jewish Life. Laura, welcome to People of the Pod.  Laura Shaw Frank:   Thanks, Manya. Good to be with you.  Manya Brachear Pashman:   So let's start with the issue of Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University graduate student. He was detained due to his activism on campus. And we're learning from government this week that he reportedly did not disclose that he was a member of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNWRA) as a political officer.  And he was also part of Colombia's Apartheid Divest movement when he applied to become a permanent resident in 2024. He was taken into custody, though, in a very troubling way. And frankly, he was one of the few who didn't conceal his identity during the protests and encampments. He negotiated with the University. What is AJC's stance on this? Laura Shaw Frank:   Great question Manya, and it deserves a very, very careful and nuanced answer. So I want to start by saying that AJC, as it has always done, is striving enormously to remain the very nuanced and careful voice that we always have about every issue, and particularly about the issues that we're talking about here, which are so so fraught in a moment that is so so fraught. AJC issued a statement that we published on X and on our website that talked about the fact that we deplore so many of Mahmoud Khalil's views and actions. And at the same time, it is critically important that the government follow all rules of due process and protections of free expression that we have in our country. And I wanted to emphasize, while I am an attorney, my law degree is incredibly rusty, and I'm not going to pretend to know all the legal ins and outs here, but I do know this, that free speech does attach, even for non-citizens in this country. So we're trying to express a very careful position here. It is possible that Khalil needs to be deported. It is very possible. What has to happen, though, is a trial with due process that is open, transparent and legal. And once those factual findings are determined, if it is the case that Khalil has violated United States law, and has provided material support for terror, and I know the government is actually no longer relying on that particular statute, or has endangered US interests, I don't remember exactly the language that the statute has, but endangered US interests, then he can be deported.  But we want to make sure that even as we deplore so much of what he has stood for--he's been the spokesperson for Columbia University Apartheid Divest, which is sort of an umbrella organization for many, many other student organizations at Columbia, including Students for Justice in Palestine, which was banned from campus, and some other groups which have espoused terribly antisemitic and anti-Israel views and actions on campus. They have engaged in protest activity that has been at times violent and exclusionary of Jewish students.  There's a lot to be horrified by there. And even as we abhor all of that, we love America, we love due process, we love democracy, and we feel very fiercely that those norms have to be upheld, and we hope that the government will uphold them. We expressed that concern because of the circumstances of his detention, and we're watching the case closely. Manya Brachear Pashman:   We also have the government threatening to cancel about $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia. This is a separate matter, but those cuts could include funding for scholarship and research and law. Education and health care. You know, a number of students and scholars alike are very afraid that this could backfire, if indeed, this is done at other universities across the country, in the name of protecting Jewish students. That the backlash could actually hurt the Jewish community.  Do you think that there is some credence to that? And if so, how do we prevent that? Laura Shaw Frank:   It's a great question, so I want to stop for a second before I answer the question, and talk a little bit about the position AJC has taken with respect to the $400 million. We issued a statement, a letter to the government, to the task force, about the $400 million. Where we, again, expressed our enormous gratitude to the administration for shining a light on antisemitism and for taking it seriously. Which it needs to be taken incredibly seriously in this moment. And we fear that it has not been taken seriously enough until this moment, so we're very grateful that the administration is taking it seriously.  And at the same time, we expressed our concern about the $400 million dollars being withheld because of what that $400 million will fund. That $400 million is largely funding for research, scientific and medical research, and we know that in this moment, there is a great deal of research money that is being withheld in various places in this country from universities that is funding really critical research. Pediatric brain cancer, Parkinson's disease, COVID. Whatever it is, that research is incredibly important.  So we want to make sure that even as the government is doing the good work of shining a light on antisemitism and ensuring that our higher education institutions are not harboring and fostering atmospheres of antisemitism. We want to make sure that they are simultaneously not using a hatchet rather than a scalpel in order to attack the problem.  We are keenly aware that much of the most antisemitic discourse that occurs on campus among faculty is discourse that comes out of humanities departments and not generally out of science, research, medicine departments. And it feels wrong to perhaps be withholding the funds from those who are not the problem. Generally, humanities departments don't get hundreds of millions of dollars in funding from the federal government. The research that they do is of a different scale. It's less expensive. Frankly, they don't have to run labs, so the funding is really mostly in that medical and science realm.  So I wanted to just start by saying that, and would definitely encourage folks to take a look at the letter that AJC sent to the task force. With respect to your question about whether this is going to backfire against the Jewish community. It is definitely a concern that we've thought about at AJC. There have been many moments in Jewish history where Jews have become scapegoats for policies of governments, or policies in a society, or failures of a society. I'm thinking of two in this particular moment that are just popping into my head.  One of them was the Khmelnytsky massacres in 1648 and 49. I know that sounds like a long time ago, but feels kind of relevant. When Jews, who were representing the nobles in exchanges with peasants, collecting taxes, things of that nature, were attacked and murdered in tens of thousands. And Jews were really, you know, was there antisemitism involved? Absolutely. Were Jews being scapegoated for rage against nobles? Also, absolutely. So I'm thinking about that.  I'm also thinking about the rise of the Nazi Party in Germany in the 1920s and 30s, where this myth of the German population being stabbed in the back by the Jews who quote, unquote, made them lose World War I–which is, of course, obscene and ridiculous–led the way for Nazi ideology finding a foothold in German society. So I'm thinking of those moments when Jews became a scapegoat. And I'm keenly aware of how much our universities rely on research dollars to do their work, and also the anger that so many who are working in that space must be feeling in this moment. It does make me fearful to think that those who are working in the research and those who need the research, you know, people who are struggling with health issues, people who are relying on cutting edge research to help them, could say, No, this is all the Jews' fault. It's all because of them. They're causing the government to do this and that. You know, it feeds into that antisemitism trope of control. I do worry about the Jews becoming the target.  What should we do about that? I think it's very important for us to have the open lines of communication that we're grateful to have with government officials, with elected officials and appointed officials in the Administration and across the aisle in Congress, with Democratic and Republican elected officials. I think it's important for them to understand, at least, you know, from AJC's perspective, that we hope that as they continue to shine that very important spotlight on antisemitism, and continue to ensure that we hold our institutions of higher education to the standard which they must be held to, taking antisemitism very seriously and combating it with all of their power and strength. That at the same time, we want to make sure that the strategies that the government is using to address this issue are strategies that will truly address the problem. And we hope that our statements, our transparency about our stance, will help this country see the views of the Jewish community in this moment. That there are diverse views in the Jewish community, that we do care deeply about the success of higher education, about the success and the importance of research dollars, and that we also care deeply that the administration is taking antisemitism seriously. So really trying to hold that very special AJC nuance. Manya Brachear Pashman:   I know AJC offers an entire package of strategies to combat antisemitism in many different arenas, including university campuses. And I want to take a look at some of the changes that Columbia announced in response to the government's threats to cut funds, to restore those funds. They said that they would make it easier to report harassment and enable the provost to deal with disciplinary action against students who are involved in protests. These seem to reflect some of the strategies that AJC has shared, Yes? Laura Shaw Frank:   Yes, for sure. I want to say, before I respond, that there seems to be a bit of murkiness right now, as we are recording, regarding sort of where some of the some of the agreement stands. So I'm just going to just note that, that it could be that by the time we air this episode, things will be different. But AJC's strategy for higher education administrators, which could be found on our website, and you can probably link to that in the show notes too, calls for very clear codes of conduct. Calls for enforcement, clear enforcement of those codes of conduct.  We don't specifically say where discipline should be situated, because every university has a different kind of plan for how, how that should be situated. And I know that's an issue that appears to be ongoingly unclear between the government and Columbia right now, so I'm not going to say where that's landing. It's not clear to me where it's landing, yet.  But there's no question that the kinds of asks that the federal government or demands, really that the federal government has made of Columbia, are demands that are rooted in the same issues that we have highlighted on campus. So there's this issue of discipline. Not just codes of conduct, but also the enforcement of codes of conduct. We've seen very often, including at Columbia, that there are rules that are on the books, but they're not actually enforced in reality. And they're useless if they're not enforced in reality. So that's one thing that we have been very clear about in our plan.  We also have encouraged universities to think about faculty, to think about the role that faculty plays on a campus, and that's also been a part of the Columbia agreement with the federal government. Again, this is a little bit murky, still, but the federal government had asked for the Middle East and African Studies Department, maybe Asian Studies. I'm not sure exactly what the title of the department is to be put in receivership. That is a very extreme thing that can be done. Universities do it if a department is completely failing in whatever way. They could put it in receivership, give it over to somebody else to head.  And it seems, at least as of this moment, that what Columbia has done is appoint a new Vice President who is going to oversee studies in the Middle East and Jewish studies, but it's not really exactly receivership. So I'm not going to opine on what they've done, but what I will opine on is what AJC is asking campuses to do in this moment. We've alluded to it in our campus plan that we have up on the website, but we are going to shortly be issuing updated guidance specifically about how we think universities should be addressing the issue of faculty members who are creating an atmosphere that's making Jews feel harassed, or that they're advancing antisemitism. Our State of Antisemitism Report that was released about a month and a half ago showed that, I think it's 32% of students felt that their faculty members were advancing an antisemitic atmosphere or an atmosphere that was harassing of them.  And I want to be clear that obviously this is a question of feel, right? We ask the students, do you feel that way? And we know that feelings are not empirical data. Every person has their own set of feelings. And what some students might feel is antisemitic. Other students might say, no, no, that's not antisemitic. That's simply a different viewpoint. That's a perfectly legitimate viewpoint.  So with that caveat, I want to say that we're very concerned about that statistic, and we do think that it reflects a reality on campus, specifically on campuses like Columbia. And what we are asking universities to do at this moment is to think really carefully about how they're talking to faculty. How are they professionalizing their faculty?  Our Director of Academic Affairs, Dr. Sara Coodin, has been working a great deal on coming up with a plan of what we would like to ask universities to work on in this moment, to work on the summer when they have some downtime. How are they going to talk to their faculty, especially emerging faculty, TA's,graduate students and young, untenured faculty about what their responsibilities are. What are their responsibilities to have classrooms with multiple viewpoints?  What are their responsibilities to not treat their classrooms as activist spaces for their own political ideologies? What are their responsibilities to not require students to take actions that are political in nature. Such as, we're going to hold class in the encampment today, or I'm canceling class in order for students to go to protest. Those are not appropriate. They are not responsible actions on the part of faculty. They do not fall under the category of academic freedom, they're not responsible.  So academic freedom is a very wide ranging notion, and it's really important. I do want to emphasize very important. We do want faculty members to have academic freedom. They have to be able to pursue the research, the thinking that they do pursue without being curtailed, without being censored. And at the same time, faculty has that privilege, and they also do have responsibilities. And by the way, we're not the only ones who think that. There are national organizations, academic organizations, that have outlined the responsibilities of faculty.  So as we kind of look at this issue with Columbia, the issue of those departments that are the government has asked for receivership, and Columbia has appointed this vice president, the issue that we would like to sort of home in on is this issue of: what are we doing to ensure that we are creating campuses where faculty understand their role in pedagogy, their role in teaching, their role in upholding University spaces that are places of vibrant dialog and discourse–and not activism for the professor's particular viewpoints. Manya Brachear Pashman:   I'm curious, there's been a lot of talk about Columbia failing its Jewish students, and these measures, these threats from the government are really the government's way of trying to repair that. Trying to motivate Columbia to to fix that and serve its Jewish students. But I'm curious if it's not just the Jewish students that Columbia is failing by not protecting Jewish students. In what ways are–and not just Columbia, but–universities in general failing students in this moment, maybe even students including Mahmoud Khalil? Laura Shaw Frank:   I'm so glad you asked that question. I think it's such an important question. We look at universities, at the Center for Education Advocacy, and I think that so many Americans look at universities this way, as places where we are growing the next generation of citizens. Not even the next, they are citizens, many of them, some of them are foreign students and green card holders, et cetera. But we're raising the next generation of Americans, American leadership in our university and college spaces.  And we believe so firmly and so strongly that the ways that antisemitism plays out on campus are so intertwined with general notions of anti-democracy and anti-civics. And that solving antisemitism actually involves solving for these anti-democratic tendencies on certain campuses. And so we do firmly believe that the universities are failing all students in this moment.  What we need as a society, as we become more and more polarized and more and more siloed, what we need universities to do is help us come together, is: help us think about, what are the facts that we can discuss together, debate together, even as we have different interpretations of those facts. Even if we have different opinions about where those facts should lead us. How do we discuss the issues that are so problematic in our society? How will we be able to solve them?  And that, for antisemitism, plays out in a way about, you know, Jewish students are a tiny minority, right, even on campuses where there's a large Jewish population. What does large look like? 10, 15%? On some campuses it's more than that, but it's still quite small. And Jews are two and a half percent of American society. So Jews are a minority. It's very important for us to be in spaces where different views will be included, where different opinions are on the table.  Additionally, of course, discourse about Israel is so important to Jews, and we know from the Pew study and from our AJC studies that four in five Jews, over 80% of Jews, see Israel as important to their Jewish identity. So discourse on campus about Israel that ends up being so one-sided, so ignoring of facts and realities, and so demonizing of Israel and of Zionists and of the Jewish people, that's not healthy for Jews and fosters enormous antisemitism, and it simultaneously is so detrimental, and dangerous for all of us.  It's not solely discourse about Israel that is at issue. It is any time that a university is sending faculty members into the classroom who are all of the same mindset, who all have the same attitude, who are all teaching the same views and not preparing young people with the ability to debate and come up with their own views. Fact-based views, not imaginary views, fact-based views. That's incredibly, incredibly important.  One other piece that I want to mention, that I think when campuses fail to enforce their rules, why they're damaging not just Jewish students, but all students. When you think about a campus that has their library taken over by protesters, or their classrooms taken over by protesters, or the dining hall being blocked by protesters. That's not just preventing Jewish students from accessing those university facilities. It's preventing all students.  Students are on campus to learn, whether they're in a community college, a state university, a small liberal arts college, a private university, whatever it is, they are there to learn. They are paying tuition, in many cases, tens of thousands of dollars, close to $100,000 in tuition in some places, to learn and for these students to have the ability to take away other students' ability to learn is a way that the university is failing all of its students. That has to be stopped. Manya Brachear Pashman:   You talked about using classroom space, using library space, as you know, co-opting it for protest purposes or to express particular points of view. But what about the quad? What about the open space on campus? You know, there appears to be, again, it's still murky, but there appears to be an outright ban now on protests on Columbia's campus. Is that a reasonable approach or should campuses have some sort of vehicle for demonstration and expression, somewhere on its property? Laura Shaw Frank:   Absolutely, campuses should allow for protest. Protest is a right in America. Now, private campuses do not have to give students the right to protest, because that's private space. The government isn't allowed to infringe on protests, so public universities would not be able to do that. But most private campuses have adopted the First Amendment and hold by it on their campuses, including Columbia.  It is critically important that students, faculty members, anyone in American society, be permitted to peacefully protest. What can be done in order to keep campuses functional, and what many campuses have done, is employ time, place, and manner restrictions. That's a phrase that probably a lot of our listeners have heard before.  You're not allowed to curtail speech–which, protest is, of course, a form of speech–you're not allowed to curtail speech based on a particular viewpoint. You can't say, these people are allowed to talk, but those people, because we don't like their opinion, they're not allowed to talk. But what you can do is have something that is viewpoint-neutral. So time, place and manner restrictions are viewpoint neutral. What does that mean?  It means that you can say, on a campus, you're allowed to protest, but it's only between 12 and 1pm on the south quad with no megaphones, right? That's time, place, manner. I believe, and I think we all at AJC believe, that protests should be allowed to happen, and that good, solid time, place, and manner restrictions should be put into place to ensure that those protests are not going to prevent, as we just talked about, students from accessing the resources on campus they need to access, from learning in classrooms. There was a protest at Columbia that took place in a classroom, which was horrifying. I have to tell you that even the most left wing anti-Israel professors tweeted, posted on X against what those students did.  So campuses can create those time, place and manner restrictions and enforce them. And that way, they're permitting free speech. And this is what the Supreme Court has held again and again. And at the same time, prevented protesters from kind of destroying campus, from tearing it all down. And I think that that's really the way to go. Some campuses, by the way, have created spaces, special spaces for protest, like, if you're going to protest, you have to do it in the protest quarter, whatever it is, and I think that's a really good idea.  I'm an alum of Columbia, so I know how small Columbia's campus is. That might not work on Columbia's campus, but certainly time, place, and manner restrictions are critical, critical to campus safety and peace in this moment, and critical to protect the rights of all students, including Jewish students. Manya Brachear Pashman:   And on the topic of protests, as I was reading up on the latest developments, I saw a student quoted, she was quoted saying, ‘It's essentially going to ban any protest that it thinks is antisemitic slash pro-Palestine. I guess we're mixing up those words now.'  And I cringed, and I thought, No, we're not. And what are universities doing to educate their students on that difference? Or is that still missing from the equation? Laura Shaw Frank:   So I actually want to start, if I may, not in universities, but in K-12 schools. The Center for Education Advocacy works with people across the education spectrum, starting in kindergarten and going all the way through graduate school. And I think that's so important, because one of the things we hear from the many university presidents that we are working with in this moment is: we can't fix it.  We are asking our K-12 schools to engage in responsible education about the Israel-Palestinian conflict, and we have particular curricular providers that we recommend for them to use in this moment, I want to say that they are terrified to do that, and I understand why they're terrified to do that. Everyone is worried that the minute they open their mouth, they're going to be attacked by some person or another, some group or another.  And I get that. And I also believe, as do the presidents of these universities believe, that we cannot send students to campus when this issue is such a front burner issue. We cannot send students to campus with no ability to deal with it, with no framework of understanding, with no understanding of the way social media is playing with all of us. That education has to take place in K-12 spaces. So I wanted to say that first.  And now I'll talk about campus. Universities are not yet there at all, at all, at all, with talking about these issues in a nuanced and careful and intelligent way. We can never be in a position where we are conflating antisemitism and pro-Palestinian. That is simply ridiculous. One can be a very proud Zionist and be pro-Palestinian, in the sense of wanting Palestinians to have self determination, wanting them to be free, to have life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.  AJC has long, long been on the books supporting a two-state solution, which I believe is pro-Palestinian in nature. Even as we have very few people who are also in the Middle East who are pro two-state solution in this moment. And I understand that.  Education of students to be able to think and act and speak responsibly in this moment means helping students understand what the differences are between being pro-Palestinian and being antisemitic. I'm thinking about phrases like ‘from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,' which lands on Jewish ears, as we know from research that's been done at the University of Chicago, lands on the majority of Jewish ears as genocidal in nature.  I'm thinking about phrases like 'globalize the Intifada,' which also lands on Jewish ears in a very particular way is targeting them, us, and education needs to take place to help students understand the way certain phrases the way certain language lands with Jews and why it lands that way, and how antisemitism plays out in society, and at the same time, education has to take place so students understand the conflict that's going on in the Middle East.  They might think about having debates between different professors, faculty members, students, that are open to the public, open to all, students that present this nuanced and careful view, that help people think through this issue in a careful and educated way. I also think that universities should probably engage in perhaps requiring a class. And I know some universities have started to do this. Stanford University has started to do this, and others as well, requiring a class about responsible speech.  And what I mean by that is: free speech is a right. You don't have to be responsible about it. You can be irresponsible. It's a right. What does it mean to understand the impact of your words?  How do we use speech to bring people together? How do we use speech to build bridges instead of tear people apart? So I think those are two ways that universities could look at this moment in terms of education. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Anything I haven't asked you, Laura, that you think needs to be addressed in this murky moment? Laura Shaw Frank:   I hope that our listeners and everyone who's following the stories on campus right now can take a breath and think carefully and in a nuanced way about what's going on and how they're going to speak about what's going on. I hope that people can see that we can hold two truths, that the government is shining a necessary light on antisemitism, at the same time as universities are very concerned, as are we about some of the ways that light is being shined, or some of the particular strategies the government is using.  It is so important in this moment where polarization is the root of so many of our problems, for us not to further polarize the conversation, but instead to think about the ways to speak productively, to speak in a forward thinking way, to speak in a way that's going to bring people together toward the solution for our universities and not further tear us all apart. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Thank you so much for this conversation, Laura, it is one that I have been wanting to have for a while, and I think that you are exactly the right person to have it with. So thank you for just really breaking it down for us.  Laura Shaw Frank:   Thank you so much, Manya.

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At NRF this past January, 40,000 retailers, ecommerce experts, and commerce leaders gathered in New York to discuss the latest technologies and trends in the industry. This episode is a recording of our session at the conference, Transforming the Customer Experience. Our Director of Product Marketing sat down with BigCommerce partner Vercel, longtime BigCommerce customer UPLIFT Desk, and our very own Vice President of B2C Commerce to discuss customer experience, composability with our new storefront Catalyst, and how important it is to have the right tools to stay agile and stay ahead of the competition.

Hello everyone and welcome a special National Girls and Women in Sports Day episode of the MSUM Dragons Podcast.  Our Director of Communications Nolan Schmidt organized an incredible moment…joining the first dragon trailblazers in women's sports with current student athletes and staff for a discussion on women in sports you do not want to miss.  On the show you'll hear Student-Athlete Advisory committee president and current women's basketball player Natalie Jens…assistant women's basketball coach and alum Allison Swenson, former player/coach/now deputy athletics director Pam Gohl, and trailblazers and Hall of Famers Mary Ann Donnay and one of the 12 Minnesota National Girls and Women in Sports day featured stories…Karin Schumacher. Before we get into that…an apology.  We had some microphone issues with karin, Swen and Natalie…and I did my best.  Sorry to them and to you in advance…BUT…it's too important of a conversation not to share.   Let's get into it…RIGHT NOW! The MSUM Dragons Podcast is sponsored by:  

Our Director of Public Policy Rebecca Delahunt joins the podcast to discuss what has already been an extremely eventful legislative session here in St. Paul. Rebecca explains Minnesota Family Council's 2025 policy priorities and breaks down the confusing situation at the Capitol. Get the facts, stand for truth! Additional resources: Age Verification of Digital Pornography Companies 1. "Pornography Industry is Profiting off Innocent Children" Star Tribune article by Renee Carlson and Brittany M. Jones: https://www.startribune.com/pornograp... 2. Amicus Brief submitted by True North Legal and Kansas Family Voice to SCOTUS supporting protection of children from digital pornography in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton: https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPD... 3. "Parents Can't Fight Porn Alone" First Things article by Clare Morell and Brad Littlejohn: https://firstthings.com/parents-cant-... Recent national research on teens and pornography: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/site... "Equal Rights Amendment" 1. "In Minnesota, Push for ERA Threatens Freedoms, Equality" National Review article by Rebecca Delahunt & Renee Carlson: https://www.nationalreview.com/2024/0... 2. Watch MFC Testimony: House Rules & Legislative Administration Committee, March 6, 2024:    • House Rules and Legislative Administr...   3. Watch TNL Testimony: House Rules & Legislative Administration Committee, March 6, 2024:    • House Rules and Legislative Administr...   4. Read MFC Testimony: House State & Local Government Finance and Policy Committee, March 2, 2023: https://www.house.mn.gov/comm/docs/or... Surrogacy 1. "What Rights Are Owed to Children?" MFC article by Rebecca Delahunt: https://www.mfc.org/familybeacon/what... 2. "Uncovering the Truth about Surrogacy" Interview with Jennifer Lahl of the Center for Bioethics & Culture:    • Uncovering the Truth About Surrogacy   3. Watch MFC Testimony: House Judiciary Finance & Civil Law Committee, March 19, 2024: https://x.com/becca_delahunt/status/1...

The Porch Returns this week to talk about what it means to depend on the Lord while navigating the new. Our Director, Kylen Perry, points to Numbers 13-14 to remind us of key truths from Scripture that should mark our decision-making and actions as believers.

The Porch Returns this week to talk about what it means to depend on the Lord while navigating the new. Our Director, Kylen Perry, points to Numbers 13-14 to remind us of key truths from Scripture that should mark our decision-making and actions as believers.

Today we are releasing our last episode of 2021, and wrapping up our home for the holidays series.  Many of you spent some time with family and you might be feeling a little activated or even wounded, and we hope to give you some tools today to take care of yourself and pay attention to what your soul needs. Our Director of Coaches, Adam Breckenridge and Jeff McCord walk us through helpful thoughts as we consider self-care. Thank you to our guest:Adam Breckenridge - https://myenneagramcoach.com/coach/adam-breckenridge/ We have many more amazing Enneagram for Moms resources at www.enneagramformoms.com. FREE Enneagram resources here: https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/podcastresources Find an Enneagram Coach - https://myenneagramcoach.com/ Become an Enneagram Coach Course - https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/bec Mentioned:Monica McGoldrickIsaiah 61#Enneagram #PersonalityTypes #EnneagramCoach

Our Director of Global Macro unpacks the latest market headlines as we await the Fed's December meeting. And, as the end of the year approaches, time is running out to make some tax savvy moves that could help lower your tax bill for 2024. A Fidelity branch leader walks us through 5 tax ideas his team shares with their clients, that must be considered before the end of 2024 in order to take advantage of them. Plus, he shares additional tax strategies that could set you up for success beyond April. Read the full transcript View the slides Watch the video replay © 2024 FMR LLC. All rights reserved

Our Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police Erick Zinser joins the podcast to share how you can keep you and your family safe this holiday season.

Our Director of Development & Advancement Nazarina Mwakasege is BACK honey! This bonus episode discusses DEI through a global manufacturing lens with Global Director of Diversity & Inclusion Lamar Thomas of MAGNA International.  If you're moved to give during #GivingTuesday⁠⁠, please click here to donate⁠⁠.    We want to highlight the talented Patrick Harris II, Volunteer Executive Producer of Voice of REC Podcast. Check out our producer Patrick and his work at ⁠⁠Patrick Harris (@presidentpat) • Instagram photos and videos 

On this episode of Market Sense, Fidelity's VP of Lending talks where mortgage rates may be headed, given the broad anticipation that the Fed will keep cutting rates. Our Director of Global Macro breaks down whether falling interest rates could thaw a frozen housing market. And both discuss opportunities for everyone from homebuyers to homeowners to investors. Read the full transcript View the slides Watch the video replay © 2024 FMR LLC. All rights reserved

Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.Our Director of Marketing, Ken Kring is the master of dry humor, metaphors, and the brilliant simplification of complex matters. Today, John Savarino digs into Ken's background, his views on how good business should run, and why he thinks Rooted Wealth Advisors does just that. Have a question you want answered? Send them to jacqueline@rootedretirement.com------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited.  Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness.  Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct.  All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Recording of our August 7, 2024 webinar with Lior Amihai. This conversation was hosted by Madeleine Cereghino. Our Director of Government Relations, Madeleine Cereghino, sat down with Lior Amihai, the executive director of our sister organization, Shalom Achshav. Our colleagues there recently released a report detailing what they call the Israeli government's “Annexation Revolution.”  Since October 7th, the Israeli government has launched a massive annexation effort– displacing Palestinians, expanding existing settlements, and doubling the resources available to settlements– “legalizing” more than 70 illegal outposts along the way. Under Netanyahu and Smotrich's governance, emboldened settlers have essentially been granted carte blanche for land seizure, crop and livestock destruction, and violent altercations with Palestinians– all with minimal consequences.  Lior Amihai is the executive director of Peace Now. Before taking on this position, he was Executive Director of Yesh Din, an Israeli human rights organization that focuses on violations of Palestinians' human rights in the West Bank. Prior to that, he was the co-director of Peace Now's Settlement Watch project.

The blockbuster weight-loss drug Ozempic has ignited a ferocious debate over the ethics and efficacy of treating obesity with medication. Oddly, this intense ideological battle has glossed over perhaps the most important question we should answer: how does the drug impact individual patients? Our Director of Medicine Dr. Chuck Dinerstein is working to correct that oversight by documenting his experience with Ozempic.

It’s another Romance in Action mission with Argylle. Let’s be honest. Our Director mandated this mission purely for the cat content which she rates very highly. Follow cat-loving novelist Elly Conway (Bryce Dallas Howard) as she is pulled out of her fictional imaginings into the IRL world of spy craft with the mysterious stranger Aiden (Sam Rockwell). Warning: This mission will contain rainbow fog. Annette Wierstra with Sandra Wong and Moisés Chiullán.

It’s another Romance in Action mission with Argylle. Let’s be honest. Our Director mandated this mission purely for the cat content which she rates very highly. Follow cat-loving novelist Elly Conway (Bryce Dallas Howard) as she is pulled out of her fictional imaginings into the IRL world of spy craft with the mysterious stranger Aiden (Sam Rockwell). Warning: This mission will contain rainbow fog. Annette Wierstra with Sandra Wong and Moisés Chiullán.

May 26:Our Director of Groups, Bryson Jackson, teaches Genesis 4:1-16 in week 10 of our Genesis Series, leading us through five characteristics identifying with Christ that empower us to say no to sin.Sermon Guide:www.ubcbeavercreek.com/sermon-resources/genesis-part-10Visit Us Online:www.ubcbeavercreek.comOur Mission:Helping people become wholehearted followers of Jesus Christ who know Him and make Him known.

Our Director of Youth and Children's Ministries, Doug Goodin, gives a sermon for Youth Sunday and the Seventh Sunday of Easter.

Our Director of Grantmaking, Efraín Chávez-Delgado, discusses building community in and expanding community access to the outdoors as a community member, professional, and parent. The full episode transcript can be found here. To learn about our Liberated Paths Grantmaking, click here. The book Efraín referred to is Fresh Banana Leaves by Dr. Jessica Hernandez. At the time of the recording, Efraín was a Grantmaking and Program Manager. Since then, he has become the Director of Grantmaking. Theme music by Joseph Powers Design assets prepared by LQL Photo + Design Audio editing by Cha'vez Gaitan

The fantasy football community was shocked when the Buffalo Bills traded superstar WR Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans. Our Two-Point Stance podcast looks at the Diggs trade from all angles. Is C.J. Stroud a top five fantasy QB now? How high are we drafting Dalton Kincaid? Which NFL Draft prospect should the #BillsMafia hope to land? Plus, NFL team win totals are out. Our Director of Betting, Tom Brolley, joins and gives you his best bets for the 2024 season. 3:00 Diggs 6:30 Dolan's Diggs Take 14:00 Joe Mixon's Value 16:00 James Cook to the Moon? 29:30 Chiefs win total 33:00 Lions win total 37:30 Cowboys win total 41:00 Falcons win total 43:30 Jets win total 47:00 Browns win total --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fantasy-points-podcast/support

“Humanising difference is important, because when we start to humanise difference, people start to realise actually we're all the same.” -Shalini Mahtani, Founder and CEO of The Zubin Foundation, Founder of Community Business Shalini Mahtani, the founder of Community Business, is a pioneering and much sought-after voice for good in the DE&I, CSR and wellbeing space. Her accolades speak for themselves. In 2009, Shalini was honoured by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader and a year prior she was awarded an MBE from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for her services in corporate social responsibility in Hong Kong. Today, Shalini is the founder and CEO of The Zubin Foundation, a charity devoted to reducing suffering for Hong Kong's ethnic minorities, racial integration and special education needs of local non-Chinese speakers. Our Director of DE&I Dimuthu de Silva hosted this episode and spoke to Shalini about:

Our Director of Senior High Ministry, Joseph McCartney, is our guest speaker this morning! He brings us a lesson on Colossians 3:11-17. 

Unlock the secrets to successful category growth with the wisdom of Todd Rupp, the 'Todd Father' of Category Management, as he navigates the intricacies of evolving retail landscapes at High Impact. Our Director of Category Growth shares his transformative journey from sales to category mastery, focusing on the power of aligning with consumer needs rather than solely pushing brands. This episode is a treasure trove of insights as we discuss best practices in retail analytics, the transition from DSS to Walmart Luminate, and the vital role of ROI in securing leadership buy-in for innovative data-driven strategies.Get ready to go beyond the barcode with a deep dive into Walmart's shopper behavior data utilization. As traditional DSS becomes a relic of the past, our conversation with Todd unveils how customization in analytics is becoming the bedrock of understanding consumer patterns. We tackle the hard decisions companies face in a race against the clock—a choice between basic and advanced data access. Todd's expertise in incremental sales and customer reports spotlights how data not only refines merchant dialogues but also sharpens top-tier decision-making frameworks.Finally, we take a look at the real-world implications of category management failures and successes. Category growth isn't just about the next big flavor; it's about adding true value to the consumer's experience. Jeff Lerner's transformation from high school dropout to seasoned entrepreneur underscores the boundless potential residing in us all. The episode wraps with a candid examination of consumer behavior, dissecting the dichotomy between stated desires and actual buying habits. Whether you're a retail aficionado or an emerging brand strategist, this episode offers invaluable lessons on steering through the complex tides of market demands and consumer choices.

Our Director of Investments, Stephen Tuckwood, CFA, has quickly become one of the most frequently featured guests on The Guided Retirement Show. For the Season 10 premiere, Tuck and Dean Barber will discuss the critical topic of constructing the right portfolio via strategic investing as you transition into and go through retirement. They'll discuss the nuances of proper portfolio construction and the changing dynamics of investment rules during the retirement phase. In this podcast interview, you'll learn: There's a Change in Mindset with Investing While in the Retirement Redzone Asset Allocation Is More Important Than Stock Selection Pure Asset Allocation vs. Strategic Asset Allocation The Three Tax Buckets Active vs. Passive Management Meet with Us: https://bit.ly/3NWXRnI Ask a Question: https://bit.ly/3TRa80I START PLANNING To get a full recap of today's conversation, including the biggest takeaways and links to all the resources mentioned, visit GuidedRetirementShow.com/102 Learn More about Retirement Planning Find out more about retirement planning and Modern Wealth Management, by visiting modwm.com

This is not just another golf instructional podcast. Our Director of Golf EJ McDonnell, sits down with Jonathan Sutera, the Director of Instruction, and two of the newest pros to join our team of instructors, Jeff Smith and George Puchinsky. In this episode, you will hear unique insights on how new advancements in golf can help your golf game from Jeff, a top 100 ranked instructor and teacher of the year recipient, along with George's groundbreaking research on foot pressure in the golf swing. Our commitment to incorporating cutting-edge technology into our instructional program promises to revolutionize your golfing experience.We will discuss the critical importance of understanding each golfer's physical limitations and how this knowledge can revolutionize their swing. Lastly, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming Golf Academy and Golf Lab - two exciting additions that promise to elevate your game to the next level. Get ready to be a part of an unforgettable season with us. Buckle up! This is just the beginning.

You're in for a treat! Our Director of sports, Paula Scheb, was lucky enough to bump into Bob and Laura Reardon, lively residents of Bonita Bay Club, while they were enraptured by a friendly tennis match. This dynamic duo, originally drawn to the club through family connections, share their fascinating journey from casual observers to fully engaged community members. Not just their love for tennis, but their contagious energy and enthusiasm for life make this episode a must-listen. You'll feel like you are right there with them, following the swift moves on the court, and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of the club.Bob and Laura don't just watch tennis; they breathe it! Their dedication extends beyond the club games, supporting college and pro tournaments alike. They have their fingers on the pulse of the local tennis scene and their commitment to improving their own tennis game is nothing short of inspiring. You'll get to hear about their experiences hosting friends and guests at the club, and their delightful tales of learning, growing, and socializing. As Bob and Laura share their passion for tennis and the club, you might just pick up a few tennis tips and get a glimpse into how they have turned their retirement into an unexpected adventure. It's a testament to the joy of community and the benefits of staying active. Don't miss this power-packed episode!

Our Director of Discipleship, Wade Urig, takes us through Isaiah 60.

It's important to recognize and discuss the ongoing work that's done here at CASA behind the scenes. There are so many moving cogs that help to provide foster youth in our community an advocate to be their voice as they navigate their way through the child welfare system. With that being said, what's behind the fund development curtain here at CASA? Our Director of Development, Ellen Davis, joined us on this episode to talk about the importance of the CASA mission and the many amazing stories we share with those who seek to fund our good work.

It seems like every episode is a special one! Today we get to do an introduction and deeper dive into the new team members of the Juntos Community. Our Director of Advocacy, Josh, goes over the trip he took to Mexico that changed his life and how he's been able to connect with the immigrant community over the years. Our new Advance Parole Coordinator gives us a look into growing up in Mexico, moving to the US, a moment that stood out with sombreros, and how becoming a dad led him to pursue making a larger impact to the community.

In today's episode, we are talking to Anne Parker, Our Director of Enrollment. Even though it feels like we have just started the 23-24 school year, Anne and her assistant Meg Baker are already working in the 24-25 school year and admissions season is in full swing. Applications are live now on our website! Go to brookstoneschool.org/admissions to learn more and to start the application process today! If you prefer to watch this interview, you can watch this episode and other podcast episodes on our YouTube Channel, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CougarLive.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We also invite you to visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠brookstoneschool.org⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on social media. Go Cougars!

The people who work at Team UNcivilized are as committed to helping end the suffering in men to help the suffering caused by men as I am. For the next few weeks, you'll get to hear them interview me. First up is Denise. Our Director of Design, Denise does so much more than that. Sure, she was sweating through half this recording, but she also asked me some incredible questions about my own background. Some of it might surprise you. Cheers, Traver

In our society, conversations about grief are largely dominated by death and the experience of losing someone we love.But death is far from the only time we deal with loss.Anytime we go through periods of transition in our lives, we experience grief triggered by the loss of how things used to be. For leaders in early childhood education, these transitions happen on an almost daily basis.Closing locations, letting go of teachers, saying goodbye to families, and even delegating responsibilities are losses that can create a sense of longing for the way things were.And if you don't take active steps to move through that grief, you can end up stuck in old patterns that prevent you from growing as an individual and as a leader.That's why in this week's podcast episode, I'm opening up a conversation about how to navigate loss and use it as a springboard for legacy. Join me for a conversation about:Widening our definition of griefCommon forms of grief that leaders experienceWhat can happen if you don't take the time to process your griefSteps for how to move through grief in a productive wayLearn more and apply for the Director's Inner Circle & Owner's HQ: http://Chanie.me/jointhedic While processing grief is a personal journey, it's significantly easier when you're surrounded by others who are on a similar journey. Our Director's Inner Circle and Owner's HQ membership programs are the perfect place to build a community of like-minded leaders who can support you through every season of your life. Plus, as a member, you'll also gain access to tools, resources, and coaching that can help you along the way. More about the show:If you are an Early Childhood director or owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 little kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies – equipping you to build schools with higher staff retention, teacher motivation, parent partnership, collaborative culture, and beautiful quality of life. Every week, Chanie shares the truth about the journey to excellence, the strategies that are working TODAY, and the mindset about the critical decisions and choices that you make every day which impact yourself, your teachers, parents, family, and children who you serve every day.

Listen to the first Chi Alpha service of the semester with students taking the stage to share their powerful testimonies, revealing the transformative impact of our ministry. Get ready to be inspired as they recount their personal journeys of growth, connection, and encountering God's love. Our Director will also cast a vision for Chi Alpha, painting a vibrant picture of the community, discipleship, and purpose that await you. D

In this wide-ranging interview, Our Director of Corporate Finance Stephen Barnett talks to Ross about:Why taking multiple gap years might make sense and the benefits of an MBAWhy being a jack of all trades is beneficial to banks, and to your careerHow to navigate assessment centres (in the face of adversity)Why soft skills are most important to develop at an early age (the rest you can learn)Why it's important to have a plan, but also embrace flexibility and learn from every role you getThe importance of being yourself – taking the job seriously, but not yourselfWhy the perfect job doesn't exist, and your career is only one facet of your life and personalityAnd much more!Free daily newsletter https://bit.ly/3Oeu4WkFree Finance Accelerator simulation https://bit.ly/3GoyV5r Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many investors, getting involved in a fund is a scary prospect as they just do not have all the information that they need to make an informed decision. But if they took the time to do the research, they'd realize that funds are a great way of diversifying portfolios and they can also add a bit of stability to an investor's cash flow. Our Director of Investor Relations at Break of Day Capital, Joseph Fang, is on the hot seat yet again to further explain the value of opening a fund, why we chose to launch our own BODC Multi-Family Impact Fund, why we strive for diversification above all else, and everything you need to know about our new fund offering. We also discuss the timeline and criteria of requirements for investing in our fund, the must-have skills for all would-be fund managers, and the ins and outs of the BODC Multi-Family Impact Fund's first acquisition. Key Points From This Episode:A Warm welcome to our Director of Investor Relations, Joseph Fang. Joe explains our reasoning behind our idea to launch a fund.  Why he says that his focus is on diversification and not “diworsification.”The ins and outs of our brand new BODC Multi-Family Impact Fund.Examining the timeline and criteria required for getting involved in our fund. Why market expertise and a narrowed focus are necessary skills for fund managers to have. Exploring the BODC Multi-Family Impact Fund's first acquisition. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:‘BODC Multifamily Impact Fund Webinar'Asset Management Mastery Facebook GroupBreak of Day CapitalBreak of Day Capital InstagramBreak of Day Capital YouTubeGary Lipsky on LinkedInJoseph Fang on LinkedIn

Our Director of Communications, Lizzie Marbach, speaks about the aftermath of losing the Issue 1 election and what that means for the pro-life movement going forward. Also, we speak to Attorney Philip Williamson about the Abortion Ballot Initiative coming to Ohio this November. Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ohiolife Learn more: https://www.ohiolife.org

Our Director of Enabling is back for another fabulous episode! Marryn tells us all about the madness of her recent dahlia tuber sale and then gives us the scoop on her exciting sweet pea news! Don't forget, our lovely Patreon subscribers also have access to a super secret side episode and this week Marryn tells us her most favourite sweet peas. You can find out how to become a subscriber by visiting our website www.letsgrowgirls.co.uk

#113: Our Director of Certification, Ariel Pressman, joins Linley to discuss the relatively easy steps USDA organic farmers must take be earn free certification from Real Organic Project, and how are standards differ from other food labels.  Ariel Pressman has been the Director of Certification at Real Organic Project since 2019. He's also an experienced organic vegetable farmer. Ariel ran a 13-acre, certified-organic vegetable farm in Western Wisconsin called Seed to Seed for 7 years. Seed to Seed employed 6 people while selling over 100,000 lbs of produce every year to some of the largest organic retailers in the Midwest.  To watch a video version of this podcast with access to the full transcript and links relevant to our conversation, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/ariel-pressman-free-certification-high-standards-for-organic-farmers-episode-one-hundred-thirteenThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Friends:https://www.realorganicproject.org/real-organic-friends/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

Sharing in the excitement of our students' success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.This week, Michael Laidler joins us for Episode 426 of The Speaker Lab Podcast to talk about how the evolution of his speaker training led him to take the plunge into professional speaking. Despite his current success, Michael had a rocky introduction to the speaking industry. Along the way, he found The Speaker Lab and quickly learned how to grow and scale his speaking business. During this conversation, Michael unpacks the value of the systems and processes that have made all the difference in the growth of his business. Michael shares practical advice about how to build your skillset, grow your network, effectively prospect, and be intentional about building a sustainable speaking business all while still managing a full time job or business. Here's what you'll learn from this episode:Why you have to prospect every dayHow to prioritize time managementWhy you need to find your “magic number”Networking to build meaningful relationshipsWhy follow-up mattersYou're never ready until you get on stageHow to speak the language of your marketAnd so much more!Episode Resources: Michael Laidler's WebsiteBook a Call with The Speaker LabSubscribe on Apple PodcastsGet Booked & Paid To SpeakGet a FREE Copy of The Successful SpeakerSpeaker Fee CalculatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sharing in the excitement of our students' success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.On Episode 421, we're joined by Amy Fuentes, an incredible TSL student who is taking the stage by storm with a passion for empowering women to find their voice, change their stories, and become their own heroes in all aspects of their lives. Amy sat down with Maryalice to share her personal journey to the stage, including how she found her way to The Speaker Lab and why she is so committed to helping women “transition through transitions” with purpose. Amy shares practical insights on how to really seize the moment, embrace change, and navigate the most challenging of times that become defining moments.Whether you're finding yourself amidst a transition or contemplating life-changing decisions that will provide new direction, Amy's advice will challenge and inspire you to embrace the process!Here's what you'll learn from this episode:Why transitions are hard, but matterWhy “ice cream” is part of the processThe emotional attachment of thoughtsHow to use your time differentlyWhy the first step is the hardestThe nuts and bolts of building your businessWhy you have to invest in yourselfWhy you need a mentorAnd so much more!Episode resources: Amy's WebsiteBook a Call with The Speaker LabSubscribe on Apple PodcastsGet Booked & Paid To SpeakGet a FREE Copy of The Successful SpeakerSpeaker Fee CalculatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sharing in the excitement of our students' success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.On Episode 418, Marcene Sonnek joins us Maryalice to share her journey to the stage. Marcene is on a mission to help others embrace positive communication to increase work satisfaction and improve their professional environments. She came to The Speaker Lab as a brand new speaker, but quickly channeled her life experience to become an effective and powerful communicator. During this conversation, Marcene shared how her personal experiences translated into her opportunity to make an impact in corporate settings. She unpacks the impact of mindset, perspective, mission, and listening. Marcene's unique experience and the fact that she's newer to the industry make this conversation especially impactful for those who are just getting started and are eager to make a difference while building a sustainable speaking business. She's got a special keynote, her own book, and so much encouragement to share!Here's what you'll learn from this episode:Demonstrating positivity and creating an intentional atmosphereNavigating the sweet (and sour) nature of lemons in lifeEmbracing the mindset of how everyone can winThe power to make communication positiveWhy you have to develop your pipeline and content calendarThe value of networking and building a communityHow The Speaker Lab transformed her approach to building a businessAnd much more!Episode Resources:Marcene Sonnek's WebsiteBook a Call with The Speaker LabSubscribe on Apple PodcastsGet Booked & Paid To SpeakGet a FREE Copy of The Successful SpeakerSpeaker Fee CalculatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Learn more about how you can Become Super Human - https://www.becomingsuperhuman.life/mastermind   It's finally here... after 3+ years and 150 interviews, we are bringing to you the BRAND NEW, personal leadership mastermind for men, BECOMING SUPER HUMAN & we want to extend an special invitation to you to be a part of it.    At Rebuilt Recovery, our mission is evolved over the last 2+ years to no longer being about just helping men quit porn, but helping men become better men by quitting porn and rebuilding their lives.    Our Reboot Your Life course and coaching program solves the quitting porn part for our men.   Becoming Super Human is here to provide these men with the tools they need to level up in the 5 key areas of life - Faith, Fitness, Finance, Family, & Freedom - so they can become the men God created them to be.    We have partnered with an amazing team of men to bring this 12 month intensive personal leadership development program and curriculum to you.    Our co-founder and Director of Education, Larry Yatch, spent a decade as a lieutenant in the Navy Seals leading some of the most intense and dangerous operations in the world all while succeeding with a 100% success rate. Since exiting the seals, Larry has gone on to build multiple 7 figure companies and has been recognized as one of the world's leading experts on leadership development.    Our Director of Ministry, Josh Khachadourian, is the author of the best-selling book, The Standard - Discovering Jesus As The Standard of Masculinity & is also the host of the podcast, Raising The Standard - Leadership, Mindset, & Development For The Kingdom Man. Josh has spent the last 15+ years ascending the corporate ladder while also running multiple 7 figure businesses with his wife. He's a father of 3.    Over the next 12 months, we will be taking a deep dive into the 11 Super Human Virtues that are necessary to succeed in all areas of your life.    We hope to see you on board with us.    Click here to learn more - https://www.becomingsuperhuman.life/mastermind

Sharing in the excitement of our student's success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.Deepika Sandhu has an incredible story to share about listening to your intuition and chasing after your dreams. Deepika's “ah-hah” moment came after publishing her first book and realizing how badly she wanted to do an in-person book tour — in the middle of a global pandemic! Her deep desire to keep connecting with her audience and witness the “ah-hah” moments of others became the driver for a new season in her career. During this episode, Deepika shares more about her book and her personal journey of finding what she wanted to change about her life in a way to be her most authentic self. Not only is Deepika living it, but she's also now helping others translate their own work into the work they actually want to be doing. Deepika is walking the talk and she's giving the ins and outs of how The Speaker Lab came alongside her dream to take the stage!Here's what you'll learn from this episode:What does it mean to find your authenticity?How do your life experiences help you eventually “go for it?”What does it look like to jump the hurdle of hesitation?How coaching at TSL helped build Deepika's successWhy she said “yes” to investing in herselfHow she benefitted from the magic of the stagecraft cohortWhy you have to honor the calling that rises from withinAnd much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sharing in the excitement of our student's success is a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business.For Episode 409 we're sitting down with Jason Dietrich. Jason recently went through The Speaker Lab program and is eager to share his experience and journey to the stage! Believe it or not, Jason's love of speaking stemmed from an experience he had as a senior in college. From there he felt he'd found his calling, and the rest is history!When Jason was ready to invest in himself and grow his speaking business, he jumped in headfirst at The Speaker Lab and worked to find his niche and further define his message. He boldly resigned from his teaching position and decided to dive deep into speaking full-time.Jason has great tips and tricks that have worked for him as he is on this journey. Together, Maryalice and Jason talk about the importance of silence, finding your focus, and how to navigate the nerves! Jason's transparency is refreshing – especially for newer speakers who also find themselves in the trenches of building their business.Here's what you'll learn from this episode:How he found his passion and purposeJason's SKY acronymHow to silence your mind and find your focusHow to prioritize and avoid the clutterHow to use meditationAnd much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

July 27, 2022 "Sudden Adult Death Syndrome" The Daily Mojo is 2 hours of news, commentary, comedy, and auditory deliciousness. There seems to be a spate of adults dying suddenly around the country and around the world, with very little or no explanation. This of course, causes concern amongst a lot of people. Is SADS a real thing? The leading cause of death in Canada in 2021 was “unknown causes”. Seems odd. What gives? Kamala Harris made another seeming gaff, but was it? Ron has a good explanation for why she said what she said. Our Director of Global Security joins us to discuss scary guns and what they're saying in Congressional meetings to upset the uninformed.  Peter Serefine's Liberty Minute & Aaron Barker's Breakdown are part of the show, as well. Links:https://www.liberty-lighthouse.com/https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-breakdown-with-aaron-barker_1 All things in one place: https://linktr.ee/realbradstaggs All things in one place: https://linktr.ee/realronphillips  WATCH The Daily Mojo LIVE 7-9a CT: Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/StewPetersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoJo50Radio  Mojo 5-0 TV: https://www.mojo50.com/mojo50tv  Or just LISTEN:https://www.mojo50.com/

Sharing in the excitement of our students' success is such a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business. He credits (or blames!) his mom for directing him to a career on the stage after she made him attend dance lessons with his sister at age 8. While it wasn't his favorite pastime, he learned the art of stage presence at a very young age, and the rest is history! Working as a corporate banker, Ravi spent years leading and building sales teams in early-stage start-ups to build what he would describe as his “portfolio career.” In September 2020 he quit his full-time job and started his own speaking business. Understanding the risks, challenges, and rewards of taking this leap excited Ravi, and his unique intuition that this was his time helped pave the way. During their conversation Ravi talks about investing in himself, how he found The Speaker Lab, and how he's built relationships through building his business. Storytelling is his passion and Ravi shares his strategy of repositioning his offerings and redefining his niche to find success. His journey is unique, engaging, and will keep you on the end of your seat! Also, guess what? Ravi is joining The Speaker Lab to lead his very own Virtual VIP Cohort! Interested to learn how you can be part of this opportunity? Click HERE. The Finer Details of this Show: What it looks like to trust your intuition Why you must build relationships and connections How to know when it's your time Defining your story and unique method to solve a problem Answering the call in your career How to work with Ravi and The Speaker Lab And much more!

Sharing in the excitement of our student's success is such a privilege for our team at the Speaker Lab! Our Director of Student Success, Maryalice Goldsmith, is taking the mic for our Student Highlight series so you can hear directly from our students about their experiences and what they want you to know about growing your speaking business. Tec Clark is in the business of helping others develop the work culture they want to be known for. How does he do it? He spends his time on the speaking stage with small and medium businesses in a variety of industries. A journey that stemmed from his work at Nova Southeastern University led to him sharing his message and eventually finding The Speaker Lab Elite program and podcast. You might be surprised to learn that Tec's adventure to the stage began with his career as a scuba instructor at The University of Florida. Recognized for the way in which he instructed and how he developed the diving program with his team truly set Tec apart. His commitment to creating a culture of excellence, skill development, and safety, eventually developed into the methodologies that he has applied to the message he shares today. When he came to The Speaker Lab, he was on a mission to package his message succinctly and effectively for his audiences. Because of his experience in the Elite program, his speaking business and consulting opportunities have grown exponentially. Tec's passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to his craft are second-to-none. You must hear his story! THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW: How TSL helped Tec take his speaking to the next level Why you need the system and program in the Elite program Understanding the craft of speaking Building industry relationships and networking How to have the best message for your audience Why you must pay attention to the opportunities in front of you Getting clear with your message and niche How to connect passion with impact And much more!