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In this inspiring chat, Andrew shares his journey from multiple student club rejections at UCLA to landing a coveted investment banking offer at William Blair. Hear how he leveraged the WSO Academy, mock interviews, and cold email networking to turn things around — all while starting late in the recruiting cycle. From setbacks to success, Andrew's story is a must-watch for anyone aiming to break into finance. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Phil Miller turned a tiny pet shop doing $100k in sales into a regional pet boarding brand — and the ideal PE platform.Topics in Phil's interview:Pivoting from real estate to the pet industrySlow renovation creating a financial messDelegation is the key to growthThe real cost of a cheap turnaroundBuilding a pet resort brandAccelerating growth with Store CapitalWhy franchising is a poor option in his industryDealing with tire-kicking searchersPartnering with private equityEmotional rollercoaster of combining culturesReferences and how to contact Phil:LinkedInPawvilleBuy Back Your Time by Dan MartellTaylor Wallace - first appearance on Acquiring Minds: Buying Doggy Daycares After 10 Years in TechTaylor Wallace -  second appearance on Acquiring Minds:Why Sell to Private Equity: Former Guest Has an ExitStore CapitalGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsDownload the New CEO's Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact mark@aspenhr.comGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

Justin Dixon is a visionary talent strategist and the founder of Hire Tomorrow, a cutting-edge recruiting firm that helps high-growth startups and Private Equity-backed companies build world-class teams. With over a decade of experience in the recruiting industry, Justin has earned a reputation for bridging the gap between people and purpose—matching exceptional talent with organizations poised for impact.Before founding Hire Tomorrow in January 2020, Justin served in senior recruitment leadership roles, including as Head of Recruiting for a nationally recognized Wealth Management firm. There, he honed a keen ability to align hiring strategy with business goals—skills that now form the backbone of his firm's high-impact recruitment model.From scrappy startups to Fortune 500 powerhouses, Justin has led recruitment efforts across diverse sectors such as Finance, Technology, Sales, Marketing, and Executive Leadership. His breadth of experience allows him to quickly understand a client's unique hiring landscape and deliver talent solutions that drive growth, culture, and competitive advantage.Launching a business on the eve of a global pandemic might seem risky to most—but for Justin, it was a catalyst. Fueled by grit and guided by vision, he turned uncertainty into opportunity, building Hire Tomorrow into a go-to partner for companies that need to scale fast without compromising on quality or culture.At the core of Justin's work is a belief that hiring is more than filling seats—it's about shaping the future of a company through the people who power it. Whether advising founders, aligning with PE partners, or mentoring rising professionals, Justin remains relentlessly focused on one thing: helping organizations hire for tomorrow, not just today.

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In this episode, I talk with Matt Huddleston, PE, Principal Consultant of Climate Resilience Strategy at Resilient Analytics, a Stanley Consultants Company, about how civil engineers can translate climate model projections into actionable strategies that lead to climate-resilient infrastructure. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions I Asked Matt: Can you share an example […] The post Climate Resilient Infrastructure Solutions for Civil Engineering Projects – Ep 292 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

Hi Everyone! In this powerful episode, I sit down with Phillip Quinones-Clinical Counselor, Relationship Therapist, and Author---To explore the real, raw journey behind his passion for helping others. Pe opens up about his own mental health and relationship challenges and how these experiences shaped his holistic approach to mental health. Rather than just treating symptoms, Phillip empowers clients to dig deeper and reconnect with their core selves, creating lasting change from the inside out. Don't forget to check out his book on Amazon! To contact Phillip: www.pqcoachingandconsulting.comHosted by Maureen, for comments, coaching, or guest requests: www.lifecoachmaureen.com #mentalhealthmatters #relationshipadvice #marriagecounseling #selfgrowth #healingjourney #therapisttalk #lovethatlasts #holistichealingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-never-knew-ink-but-my-dog-did-by-lifecoach-maureen--5602763/support.

This Karma School of Business feed drop from our sister podcast, Best But Never Final, explores the private equity approach to board meetings. Sean Mooney sits down with Lloyd Metz of ICV Partners and Doug McCormick of HCI Equity Partners to unpack how to turn board meetings into strategic powerhouses that drive real outcomes.   Episode Highlights: 02:24 - Why private equity board meetings focus on strategic impact over routine reporting. 10:33 - The structure of PE boards: Who's on them, the role of independent directors, and the value of concentrated ownership. 15:25 - How independent board members are chosen to address specific business needs and enhance executive decision-making. 35:55 - Avoiding tactical readouts: Making board meetings a forum for actionable strategy and meaningful discussions. 42:37 - Tactical details: Frequency, in-person vs. virtual meetings, committee structures, and agenda planning. To listen to more Best But Never Final episodes, go to https://bestbutneverfinal.buzzsprout.com/2247932 For more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we review a comprehensive 2025 meta-analysis on mortality risk factors in pulmonary embolism. Learn which clinical signs, biomarkers, and imaging findings most strongly predict outcomes — and how they can guide triage and therapy decisions in acute PE cases. A must-listen for anyone managing thromboembolic disease in the critically ill patients.The Vasopressor & Inotrope HandbookAmazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link)My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%)Citation: You W, Fan XY, Chen Y, Wang XL, Song J, Nie CC, Dong Q. Risk Factors for Mortality in Patients with Pulmonary Embolism-A Meta-Analysis. J Intensive Care Med. 2025 May 5:8850666251326539. doi: 10.1177/08850666251326539. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40320917.

Send us a message!In our first of the month bonus episode, we're joined by two well-known names in the vacation rental industry: Lino Maldonado and Brady Stump, co-founders of the newly launched StakeholdersVR.You've probably heard early buzz about this exciting new venture, and today, Lino and Brady are here to tell us what it's really all about. From how the idea came together to why it's gaining traction, they give us a full look behind the scenes.StakeholdersVR offers a new model that helps property managers grow their businesses while keeping their local brand, culture, and operations intact. Lino and Brady share how the idea came together, what makes this model different from traditional roll-ups or franchises, and why it's already drawing interest from top operators across the country. The conversation covers how the group plans to centralize back-office tasks like HR and finance, create cross-market collaboration, and provide a more sustainable path forward for operators who want to scale without losing control.Key Topics Discussed:1️⃣ What is StakeholdersVR?2️⃣ How this model supports operators by removing back-office burdens3️⃣ How it compares to PE roll-ups and franchise models4️⃣ How they plan to support individuality across brands5️⃣ From tech to linens, how the group plans to collaborate6️⃣ The "aha moment" that sparked StakeholdersVR7️⃣ How shared ownership helps protect operators from local risks8️⃣ What the future could look like for participating companies9️⃣ PE conversations, timelines, and what to expect by fall

01/07/2025 - Verbum, a Palavra de DeusMeditação da Palavra do Senhor com o Pe. André Lucas Chaves

Reapareció nuestro ex Peña Nieto y tiró factos sobre la suspensión del NAIM. AlertaAbelina, AlertaAbelina: Las plantas producen dióxido de carbono y con eso ayuda a la erosión. ¿Cómo le fue al Jr en su pelea y qué dijo su padre al respecto? Y puede haber final de DT's mexicanos en la CopaOro. Y a Christián Chávez le "motivaba" ver a HeMan.

Philipp Freise is Co-Head of European Private Equity at KKR, where he manages the largest private fund in Europe with $8BN in the latest fund. Philip has led KKR's investments in FGS Global, Superstruct, Axel Springer SE, BMG Rights Management, Fotolia, GetYourGuide, GfK SE, Leonine, Mediawan SAS, Scout24 Switzerland and Trainline. Previously, Philip worked at McKinsey & Company in and co-founded Berlin-based VC firm Venturepark, Europe's first pan-European incubator. Agenda: 00:00 – "We Lost $500M in Turkey. Here's Why We'll Never Do It Again." 01:40 – Inside Europe's Biggest PE Fund: $8B of Pure Firepower 03:55 – The $100M Dot-Com Failure That Changed My Career 06:45 – Why Picking the Wrong VC Will Destroy Your Company 10:20 – KKR's $500M COVID Gamble: Genius or Insane? 12:35 – Why We Ignored the Market & Deployed 40% of Our Fund 15:55 – KKR's Ruthless Portfolio Discipline: Love Doesn't Matter 17:10 – Do Power Laws Apply in PE? Freise Destroys the Myth 18:45 – The Truth About Capital Intensity in the Age of AI 20:10 – Can AI Kill the PE Model? Here's What Philipp Says 26:00 – The Secret to Great Investment Decisions at KKR 32:40 – Why There's a $3T Liquidity Time Bomb in Venture 34:25 – The Death of IPOs? How KKR Exits Without Going Public 40:05 – Will KKR Europe Hit $20B? Freise's Bold Prediction 43:45 – Helsing, Space, and Defense: The New Age of DeepTech Bets 45:30 – Tariffs, China, and the Future of the German Car Empire 47:00 – Freise vs. Bitcoin: Will USD Still Rule in 10 Years? 48:15 – 4 Global Shocks Happening Right Now That You Need to Know 51:30 – KKR Missed Spotify AND Alibaba?! The Painful Stories 53:00 – Do Andreessen & General Catalyst Scare KKR? Freise Responds 54:30 – The One Metric That Will Define KKR's Next Decade  

Send us a textIn episode 9 of our Intro to Casing series, we break down a classic M&A case with a market sizing element. Inspired by EY-Parthenon's private equity work, this case features a Pan-Asian PE firm evaluating the acquisition of Rapid Buses, a Malaysian bus manufacturer.Join Ed and Jenny Rae as they estimate total bus demand in Malaysia, assess buyer types, and consider expansion opportunities - all key steps in a commercial due diligence.Perfect practice for interviews with EY-Parthenon, Strategy&, Bain, and other firms that focus on M&A and PE.Key Takeaways:How to structure a PE-led M&A case with market sizingEstimating demand using top-down segmentationIdentifying drivers of an attractive market for investmentAdditional Resources:Consulting prep programs: Black Belt (8+ hours of structured interview coaching, optional resume edit); SuperPrep (20+ hours of end-to-end strategy + coaching, optional resume edit)Free consulting application Case Prep Challenge (July 4 - 8)Sign up here Case Prep Challenge (July 4 - 8)Sign up hereReal Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Real Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

¡Sigue el verano en La Terracita de Team Barça Podcast! En esta tercera edición estival, arrancamos con una editorial sin música, solo voz, para hablar del “fútbol de Walt Disney”, de la rapidez con la que se opina, se juzga y se olvida en redes, y de cómo todo eso afecta a casos como el de Nico Williams o el reciente combate de Ilia Topuria. Después, charlamos con Víctor Solé, barcelonista, actor, exdirectivo del Banco Mundial… y fundador de la Peña Blaugrana de Kosovo. Una charla diferente, pausada, para entender cómo se vive el Barça desde lejos. Y para cerrar, vuelve El Triple de Epi con otro episodio del drama en el basket azulgrana: salidas, dudas, falta de proyecto… ¿por qué no hay una hoja de ruta clara? ⏰ BLOQUES DEL EPISODIO: (00:00) Editorial: el fútbol de Walt Disney, Nico Williams y la cultura de la prisa (02:39) Intro veraniega y bienvenida (04:04) Planificando la delantera del BARÇA 25/26: ¿Cómo encajará Nico? ¿Quién será el 9? ¿Raphinha en punta? (23:48) 'Cómo me hice del Barça' con Víctor Solé, actor y fiundador de la Peña del Barça en Kosovo (57:28) Explicación pedagógica sobre la refinanciación del Espai Barça: qué se ha hecho, por qué y qué implicaciones tiene (1:04:35) El drama del Barça basket en El Triple de Epi (1:37:38) Despedida y cierre ⸻ Contenido exclusivo y apoyo: •⁠ ⁠Hazte socio en Patreon: Club TBP teambarca.com/patreon •⁠ ⁠Fan en iVoox: Podcast sin publicidad por solo 1,49€/mes •⁠ ⁠Invítanos un café en Ko-fi ☕️: ko-fi.com/teambarcapod Participa con nosotros: •⁠ ⁠Kickbase Challenge: go.kickbase.com/teambarcaprod_podcast •⁠ ⁠Fantasy Biwenger: bit.ly/LigaFantasyTBP •⁠ ⁠Encuesta TBP: bit.ly/EncuestaTBP Tienda oficial: Compra tu merch en teambarca.com/tienda Conecta con la comunidad: X: @TeamBarcaPod Twitch: teambarcapod Telegram: bit.ly/ChatTBP Discord: bit.ly/DiscordTBP Contacto: oyentes@teambarca.com Música: Base musical cortesía de jamendo.com

Hoje é sábado (28) e temos um resumo especial dos pontos mais importantes da semana, em que discutimos sobre “Mulheres e Cultura”.Contamos com as participações de:Ana Maria de Santana, pós-graduada em Psicopedagogia, Administração Escolar e Coaching Educacional.Ana Paula Pina - Doutoranda em Ciência Política pela Universidade Federal do Paraná.Elisangela Pinto, educadora popular e ativista política e feminista, do Movimento de Mulheres do Nordeste Paraense.Joyce Cursino - Cineasta e ativista dos direitos humanos e meio ambienteLinda Ferreira, Conselheira Estadual de Saúde - PE.

What are dividend stocks and how do they work for you in your investing portfolio? Maybe you already know what a dividend is, but do you know how to actually use that knowledge to build a better portfolio? In this episode, Jess Inskip (the investing expert) breaks down dividend investing in a way that finally made it click for me (Jessie DeNuit - the novice). We're not just learning what dividends are, but how they can support different investing goals.We talk about:How dividend stocks differ from growth stocksWhat makes a dividend stock high-quality (spoiler: it's not just about yield)The key dividend dates you need to know so you actually get paidHow to look at Beta when choosing dividend stocks to smooth volatility in portfoliosHow dividend stocks can add income, stability, or reinvestment power to your strategyWhether you're investing for the long haul or just getting started, this episode will help you see dividends as more than a bonus—they're a tool. Learn how to use them wisely. ✨Related Episodes:3. What is a stock?10. How to read a stock quote14. How to analyze a stock18. Understand the yield curve29. Investment risk tolerance56. How to construct and manage a portfolio59. What is P/E ratio and Stock Valuation74. Stock Order Types    ------------------------------------------------

John Owens CFP®, EA, ECA, CPWA® and Ed Zolotarev CPA, MST, CFP® fill in for AJ and Shane on this milestone 150th episode of The Liquidity Event. FICO (Fair Isaac Corporation) is finally figuring out what to do about your outstanding Klarna loans. We discuss how “buy now, pay later” services might soon impact your credit score.   TLDR: It probably isn't the best idea to finance your DoorDash order over 4 months. Plus, alternative investments are getting a lot of attention right now.  Why are private equity firms suddenly sliding into your DMs?  We examine the dry IPO market as one of the root causes. Then a Reddit question: how many kids should you have from a financial perspective?  Finally, our biggest takeaways from the first half of 2025. Key Timestamps: (6:25) FICO's buy now, pay later integration rollout (9:30) Why financing experiences is financial quicksand (12:20) Ed's Affirm baby monitor financing experiment (15:56) Alternative investments moving down market (19:20) Why the IPO drought is forcing PE firms to get creative (24:10) Reddit question: How many kids should you have? (29:25) First half of 2025 takeaways

Richard Hallahan, PE, MBA Head of Solutions Engineering at CleanArc Data Centers, joined us on #JSATV to share insights on the company's innovative approach to data center infrastructure.He discusses CleanArc's commitment to community engagement, including their efforts in Virginia's VA1 project and their focus on sustainability with a renewable energy plan for the site. He also touches on the growing demand for AI-ready infrastructure, emphasizing CleanArc's flexibility to support both cloud compute and AI deployments. 

Join host Tony Campisi and guest, Ben Rosenzweig, PE, President of CoolSys Energy Design, as they explore electrification and microgrid technology in community associations. Discover how these innovations drive energy efficiency and cost savings, while contributing to sustainability and reduced emissions. Learn practical steps and benefits of transitioning to electric systems and maximizing the potential of energy sources like solar and battery storage. With insights into tax credits, financial incentives, and lifecycle cost analysis, this episode guides listeners on planning and executing energy upgrades in condominium and homeowners associations. Gain professional advice on navigating the intricacies of local regulations and leveraging various energy solutions to foster responsible citizenship within preferred communities. Special thanks to our sponsor – Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information.  Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.

¡¡ NUEVO PODCAST !!-Jessica Paredes Durán, Directora de FISAC… Salud mental para evitar un consumo de drogas - Cartelera Cinematográfica… José Antonio Valdés Peña.-Dr. Agustín Zerón…La salud oral en los hombres  -Alejandro Poggio… Obra: Infieles  

Pełnej wersji podcastu posłuchasz w aplikacji Onet Audio. Gościem specjalnego wydania podcastu Raport Międzynarodowy była kończąca swoją misję w Polsce ambasador Wielkiej Brytanii Anna Clunes. Witold Jurasz pytał swoją gościnie - czy wojna w Ukrainie nie była przypadkiem wydarzeniem, które najsilniej wpłynęło na relacje polsko-brytyjskie w ciągu ostatnich 5 lat? Ambasador Wielkiej Brytanii stwierdziła, że wojna ta miała oczywiście ogromne znaczenie, ale relacje nie ograniczają się wyłącznie do kwestii bezpieczeństwa i spraw stricte politycznych. Równie aktywnie rozwijana była współpraca ekonomiczna i kulturalna.   W temacie współpracy ekonomicznej, Anna Clunes zauważyła, że inwestycje polskie w Wielkiej Brytanii są już znaczące, jakkolwiek pozostają mniejsze od brytyjskich w Polsce, to nie są już statystycznym marginesem. Zapytana o obecność wojsk brytyjskich w Polsce ambasador Wielkiej Brytanii stwierdziła, że w tej chwili w naszym kraju stacjonuje około sześciuset brytyjskich żołnierzy. Stwierdziła jasno, że żołnierze ci są po to właśnie w Polsce, by w razie rosyjskiej agresji zapewniać bezpieczeństwo i realizować założenia artykułu 5 NATO.   Odnosząc się do tego, jak intensywne są relacje polsko-brytyjskie, Anna Clunes stwierdziła, że w czasie jej 5-letniej kadencji nasz kraj odwiedził książę Walii, księżna Edynburga, czterokrotnie premier. Odbyte zostało też ponad 100 wizyt ministerialnych. Zapytana o różnicę pomiędzy współpracą z rządem PiS a obecną administracją, Anna Clunes odpowiedziała, że współpraca układa się w bardzo podobny sposób, niezależnie od tego, kto rządzi zarówno w Polsce, jak i w Londynie.   Na końcu rozmowy ambasador Wielkiej Brytanii zapytana o to, jak widzi Polskę z perspektywy osoby, która po raz pierwszy do naszego kraju trafiła jeszcze jako dyplomata niskiego stopnia w połowie lat 90, stwierdziła, że jakkolwiek pewne rzeczy są niezmienne, to zarazem Polska przeszła nieprawdopodobną drogę i dzisiaj jest już krajem, który znajduje się w zupełnie innej rzeczywistości ekonomicznej niż 30 lat temu. 

Send us a textIn this episode of CLOT Conversations, Dr. Gregoire Le Gal, University of Ottawa, in an interview with Dr Vicky Mai, shares insights from his groundbreaking study on age-adjusted D-dimer cutoffs for diagnosing deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Previously validated for pulmonary embolism (PE), this new approach significantly improves DVT diagnostics. By adjusting D-dimer thresholds based on patient age, the study found a safe and reliable method to rule out DVT without reliance on additional imaging. Though results showed a smaller incremental increase in negative D-dimer results compared to PE, the safety of the approach was confirmed. This research simplifies DVT diagnostics, making it easier for clinicians, especially in emergency settings.Support the showhttps://thrombosiscanada.caTake a look at our healthcare professional and patient resources, videos and publications on thrombosis from the expert members of Thrombosis Canada

Send us a textIn this podcast episode, we explore groundbreaking research presented at the ISTH 2025 in Washington. Dr. Vicky May, Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et Pneumologie de Québec, shares insights into a new diagnostic algorithm for pulmonary embolism (PE) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Her work focuses on identifying specific predictors, integrating these with established testing methods, and addressing challenges in the validation process. The discussion also highlights a study on recurrent venous thromboembolism (VTE), emphasizing symptom patterns and recurrence likelihood. These findings aim to refine clinical diagnostics, offering physicians refined tools for better patient management in thrombosis-related conditions.Support the showhttps://thrombosiscanada.caTake a look at our healthcare professional and patient resources, videos and publications on thrombosis from the expert members of Thrombosis Canada

Taxă pe gândire. Când bursa devine vis și cartea - lux (SpotMedia) - Statul închide robinetul de mercenari: Guvernul vrea să oprească migrarea cadrelor din Poliție și Armată către armate private, sub pedeapsa închisorii (PressOne) - Ar trebui ca România să ofere avioane F16 Ucrainei? Expert: „Summitul NATO stimulează statele europene să doneze Kievului vechituri” (Adevărul) Guvernul se pregătește să taie sporurile pentru bugetari de la 1 iulie. Ce ia din sporuri va da la consumatorii vulnerabili de energie (HotNews) Guvernul caută soluții pentru a face economii la buget începând chiar cu 1 iulie, fiind luată în calcul inclusiv reducerea sau eliminarea unor sporuri acordate bugetarilor, au declarat, pentru HotNews, surse guvernamentale. Graba noului Executiv este dată de urgența adoptării unor măsuri de protejare, de la 1 iulie, a consumatorilor vulnerabili de energie, pentru care sunt necesare sume mari de la bugetul statului. Cele două proiecte de OUG anunțate de HotNews.ro au ajuns spre avizare la Consiliul Economic și Social (CES). Deși este doar consultativ, avizul CES este obligatoriu înainte de adoptarea oricărui act normativ. 12,4 miliarde de lei s-au dat pe sporuri anul trecut. România are peste 3,7 milioane de consumatori vulnerabili. Mecanismul de sprijin pentru consumatorii vulnerabili, după ridicarea plafonării prețurilor la energie de la 1 iulie 2025, prevede un sprijin lunar în valoare de 50 de lei pentru o perioadă de 9 luni, de la 1 iulie 2025 până la 31 martie 2026. Sunt 2 categorii de beneficiari: persoană singură cu un venit net lunar de maxim 1940 lei familii cu un venit net lunar/membru de maxim 1784 de lei. Taxă pe gândire. Când bursa devine vis și cartea - lux (SpotMedia) Analfabetismul funcțional se apropie de 50%, iar ministrul-psiholog al Educaţiei a decis că bursele sunt prea scumpe. Nu sunt prea scumpe pensiile speciale. De ele nu te poţi atinge că… CCR. Nu sunt prea scumpe subvențiile de zeci de milioane de euro pentru partide. Aici sunt banii de propagandă, cum să-i tai? Nu sunt prea scumpe salariile uriașe din autorităţile şi companiile de stat (unele falimentare), unde se premiază incompetența și pilele. Acum câteva luni acelaşi ministru spunea pe bună dreptate că analfabetismul funcțional e chestiune de securitate naţională. Au trecut alegerile, ne-a lovit brusc conştiinţa bugetului şi deodată nu mai e nicio problemă. Ba chiar se mai poate tăia niţel din banii pentru şcoală. Aşa că acum ministrul David le spune cinic elevilor şi studenților să accepte mai puțini bani pentru burse. De ce? Pentru că, „în situații de criză, lucrurile sunt complicate. Și să vrei, n-ai de unde”. Şi asta în condițiile în care România oricum cheltuie printre cei mai puțini bani din UE pe educație, raportat la PIB. Ne aflăm la același nivel cu Tanzania, după state precum Zambia, Anguilla, Palau, Benin și Panama. România e țara în care educația moare cu zile și e ucisă de cei care ar trebui s-o salveze, scrie Bogdana Boga, redactor șef SpotMedia. Statul închide robinetul de mercenari: Guvernul vrea să oprească migrarea cadrelor din Poliție și Armată către armate private, sub pedeapsa închisorii (PressOne) Ministerul Afacerilor Interne a depus pentru dezbatere publică un proiect de ordonanță de urgență prin care se dorește corectarea portițelor legislative care au permis angajaților din sistemul național de apărare, ordine publică și securitate națională să furnizeze cadre pentru armata privată a lui Horațiu Potra. Corecția se va aplica mai multor legi care reglementează statutul angajaților din sistemul de securitate și urmărește interzicerea în mod expres a prestării de munci pentru companii militare private, chiar și după trecerea în rezervă și sub amenințarea pedepsei cu închisoarea de la 2-7 ani. Hemoragia de personal de specialitate antrenat pentru condiții de luptă pe banii statului român, către compania militară privată deținută de mercenarul Horațiu Potra a ridicat grave probleme de securitate în ultimii ani. PressOne a arătat în mai multe articole că Armata Română, Poliția, Jandarmeria și alte instituții de forță din zona de ordine publică și securitate au furnizat începând cu 2022 sute de combatanți în compania lui Potra care au luptat în Republica Democrată Congo. Ar trebui ca România să ofere avioane F16 Ucrainei? Expert: „Summitul NATO stimulează statele europene să doneze Kievului vechituri” (Adevărul) La summitul NATO de la Haga s-a stabilit că în procentul de 5% din PIB pentru apărare vor intra și ajutoarele militare pentru Ucraina. Ce va însemna acest lucru pentru dotarea ucrainenilor și ce ar putea România să doneze/să achiziționeze a explicat experta în securitate europeană Iulia Joja. „Dacă e să analizăm cinic, acest articol presupune că statele europene care încă nu s-au debarasat de toate vechiturile să le doneze Ucrainei și să adauge la bugetul militar valoarea aproximativă a acelor echipamente”, explică Joja. Experta analizează și în ce măsură pentru România este o oportunitate de a „scăpa”, de  avioanele F 16 pe care le deține și de a achiziționa mult mai performantele F-35. Pe larg în ziarul Adevărul.

Situație tensionată în Armenia. Pe 25 iunie, mai mulți lideri ai opoziției, au fost arestați. Printre ei, și clerici. Aceștia sunt acuzați de tentativă de răsturnare prin forță a guvernului. Iar relația dintre premierul Nikol Pașinian și influenta biserică armeană devin tot mai tensionate. Printre cei reținuți se numără arhiepiscopul Bagrat Galstanian, liderul mișcării Lupta Sacră, informează Courrier International citând mai multe publicații de la Erevan. Arhiepiscopul a organizat o serie de proteste față de capitularea din Nagorno-Karabah în timpul războiului cu Azerbaidjanul din 2023. Alte treisprezece persoane au fost încarcerate. Potrivit autorităților, acestea plănuiseră să „formeze 200 de grupuri de luptă compuse din foști ofițeri militari și de poliție. Ele urmau să acționeze la ora stabilită, conform instrucțiunilor arhiepiscopului Galstanian. Luptătorii urmau să desfășoare acțiuni menite să creeze haos și confuzie”. Premierul Nikol Pașinian a afirmat că ar fi vorba derspre un plan criminal-oligarhic-clerical de amploare, menit să destabilizeze Armenia și să preia puterea. Evenimentele au loc cu un an înainte de alegerile parlamentare din 2026. Cu o săptămână înainte de arestările în masă din 25 iunie, forțele de ordine l-au reținut pe miliardarul și filantropul rus de origine armeană Samvel Karapetyan. Acesta este, printre altele, proprietarul rețelei electrice armene Pe 9 iunie, Pașinian a cerut public demisia catolicosului Karekin al II-lea – echivalentul patriarhului – acuzându-l că „și-a încălcat jurământul de celibat”. Prima națiune care a adoptat creștinismul Biserica, teoretic separată de stat, continuă să aibă o mare influență în viața armenilor, prima națiune care a adoptat creștinismul ca religie oficială la începutul secolului al IV-lea. După cum notează publicația franceză, tensiunile dintre prim-ministrul Nikol Pașinian și Biserică își au rădăcinile în războiul pierdut împotriva Azerbaidjanului vecin. Miza este controlul asupra republicii autoproclamate Nagorno-Karabah. Biserica Apostolică Armeană, căreia 92% din populație îi declară loialitate, este un apărător ferm al Nagorno-Karabahului, pe care armenii îl consideră leagănul patriei lor. Acest teritoriu a fost pierdut în septembrie 2023 în urma unei ofensive fulger a armatei azere. O înfrângere usturătoare, resimțită ca o umilință de către o mare parte a armenilor, care cer plecarea lui Nikol Pașinian, acuzat că este responsabil pentru situație. Însuși Karekin al II-lea a realizat o înregistrare video în care solicita demisia prim-ministrului. Membră a Uniunii Eurasiatice și tradițional un aliat al Rusiei, Armenia a început să facă pași, încă timizi, către Uniunea Europeană, sub conducerea guvernului lui Pașinian. După înfrângerea din războiul din Nagorno-Karabah, Erevanul a început să se îndepărteze de Moscova. Mulți armeni consideră că Rusia nu și-a susținut aliatul în războiul contra Azerbaijanului.   Ascultați rubrica ”Eurocronica”, cu Ovidiu Nahoi, în fiecare zi, de luni până vineri, de la 8.45 și în reluare duminica, de la 15.00, numai la RFI România

A fost summitul NATO un succes? Comentatorii sunt nuanțați în această privință. Criticile încep să apară: europenii l-au lingușit pe președintele american, dar problemele alianței rămân. ”Dacă existau îndoieli că Statele Unite conduc NATO, summitul le-a înlăturat”, concluzionează National Public Radio. Un summit foarte scurt și o declarație de o pagină au fost pregătite pentru a-l menține pe președintele SUA fericit și concentrat. În timp ce Trump zbura spre Olanda, secretarul general al NATO, Mark Rutte, i-a trimis un mesaj text în care vorbea cu entuziasm despre faptul că este pe punctul de a realiza o mare victorie: „Europa va plăti MULT, așa cum ar trebui, și va fi victoria voastră”. Trump a postat mesajul pe rețelele de socializare. Rutte a spus că nu i-a fost rușine și că totul era adevărat. Politico notează că ”oficialii europeni au folosit lingușiri și au evitat detaliile pentru a obține „un vibe bun” și a câștiga bunăvoința președintelui Trump. ”Frustrările legate de poziția lui Trump privind comerțul față de Europa au fost uneori prezente. Președintele francez Emmanuel Macron a remarcat incongruența faptului că SUA cer aliaților să cheltuiască mai mult pe apărare, în timp ce pun presiune pe economii prin tarife vamale. În mod similar, cancelarul german Friedrich Merz s-a exprimat în legătură cu discuțiile comerciale dintre Washington și Bruxelles, afirmând că acestea sunt „prea complicate”. Dar aceste note de discordie au fost în mare parte înecate de armonia izbitoare a acestui summit simplificat”.   The New York Times consideră că, ”în ciuda promisiunilor, multe guverne, în special în vestul Europei, vor avea o sarcină politică dificilă de a convinge publicul că amenințarea la adresa securității lor este reală și că banii trebuie cheltuiți pentru descurajare. Iar Le Monde întreabă: ”Cât de departe trebuie să mergem pentru a ne adapta la un președinte american care nu își ascunde disprețul față de partenerii săi europeni și ura pe care o simte față de Uniunea Europeană? Confruntați cu această dilemă de cinci luni, liderii Bătrânului Continent au ales să-și plece capetele pentru a evita o ruptură”. ”Liderii au căzut la picioarele lui Trump la Haga fără demnitate – și pentru ce? Toate problemele cheie ale NATO rămân”, comentează The Guardian. ”Pe termen lung, această conciliere cu Trump nu rezolvă nimic. În termeni politici, summitul de la Haga nu marchează reluarea unor relații normale, cu atât mai puțin începutul unei noi epoci de aur a NATO. Astfel de lucruri nu sunt posibile în era Trump. Este adevărat, lucrurile nu s-au înrăutățit, un rezultat pe care mulți, inclusiv Rutte, îl vor considera un fel de realizare. Cu toate acestea, cele mai multe probleme rămân ferm la locul lor. Prima și cea mai urgentă este Ucraina. Nu s-a schimbat nerăbdarea lui Trump față de Ucraina, încrederea sa într-un armistițiu sau lipsa sa de disponibilitate de a reînnoi ajutorul militar american. A doua dificultate este caracterul imprevizibil absolut al lui Trump. Totul a fost bine aranjat la Haga, dar cât va dura asta? Nimeni nu poate spune”.

Au mai rămas 75 de zile până la a 57-a ediție a Turului României. Pe 9 septembrie, 26 de echipe din 14 țări și o caravană de 400 de oameni se pun în mișcare pe un traseu remarcabil din sud-estul țării. Președintele federației de ciclism, Cătălin Sprânceană, spune, într-un dialog cu Tudor Furdui, care sunt ultimele noutăți din “Mica Buclă” și anunță ce competiții au loc chiar în acest weekend.

Pe parcursul anului școlar 2024–2025, Viitor Plus prin programul Recicleta, în parteneriat cu o companie de telefonie mobilă, a reușit să realizeze cea mai amplă mobilizare pentru reciclare. Peste 6200 de elevi, 187 de cadre didactice din 20 de școli au fost parte din activitățile educaționale și practice având ca subiect colectarea separată, protejarea resurselor și reciclarea. Discutăm despre această inițiativă cu Teia Ciulacu, fondatoarea și președinta Asociației Viitor Plus. Inițiativa a combinat o componentă educațională solidă cu un concurs practic de colectare separată, având ca scop formarea unei noi generații conștiente de importanța protejării mediului, a economiei circulare și a combaterii efectelor schimbărilor climatice. Pe durata proiectului: 187 de cadre didactice au predat lecții despre Reducere – Reutilizare – Reciclare (RRR), peste 6200 de elevi au participat la cursuri și activități practice, iar 17.000 de elevi din școlile implicate au avut acces la infrastructură completă de colectare separată Recicleta, distribuită pe 7 fracții (sticlă, hârtie, carton, plastic, metal, aluminiu, TetraPak și DEEE). Toate materialele reciclabile au fost colectate într-un mod sustenabil, cu cargo-triciclete, mașină electrică alimentată cu energie solară, cât și cu colectorii de sector, fără emisii de carbon, în spiritul misiunii ecologice Recicleta. „Educația de mediu prinde rădăcini atunci când copiii nu doar învață despre reciclare, ci o practică zi de zi. Acest proiect le-a oferit elevilor ocazia să devină parte activă a schimbării, să vadă impactul concret al propriilor acțiuni și să inspire comunitatea din jurul lor.” explică Hana Ciobanu, Responsabil Programe Educațional Recicleta în cadrul asociației Viitor Plus. O parte memorabilă a proiectului o reprezintă implicarea elevilor din toate ciclurile de învățământ – de la clasa pregătitoare până la clasa a XII-a. Participarea lor entuziastă arată că valorile sustenabilității pot fi cultivate încă din primii ani de școală și pot deveni repere durabile pentru comportamente responsabile, indiferent de vârstă. În luna mai, facilitatorii și educatorii de mediu Viitor Plus au realizat vizite de aprofundare a cunoștințelor în toate clasele de elevi, dezbătând principiile sustenabilității cu sute de elevi. Aceste workshopuri au încununat eforturile tuturor cadrelor care eu pregătit terenul și au încurajat elevii să fie mai conștienți cu privire la mediu și la reciclare.

Retorica este un instrument foarte preţios. Ea structurează comunicarea, iar comunicarea este esenţială pentru oameni. Mario Barangea este unul dintre cei mai carismatici şi apreciaţi lectori ai Fundației Calea Victoriei, doctorand al Facultăţii de Filosofie, care deţine şi un master în Studii Religioase, o licenţă şi un master în Filosofie, toate la Universitatea din Bucureşti, propune un curs numit "Atelier de Retorică", curs care se va desfășura în perioada 7 - 11 iulie. Istoria retoricii începe în perioada clasică a Greciei antice şi continuă apoi de-a lungul existenţei civilizaţiei romane. Perioada începuturilor este şi cea mai importantă sub aspect teoretic. O marcă a celei mai rafinate forme de educaţie, retorica a fost centrul de greutate al procesului de instruire. Arta de a vorbi îngrijit, cu atenţie la detalii şi efecte, dar nu artificial sau greoi, a rămas până astăzi un pilon al inteligenţei sociale. Retorica e singura tehnică ce oferă vizibilitate ideilor noastre. Evident că în doar cinci întâlniri nu putem devoala complet secretele acestei arte. Pe lângă elemente esenţiale de istoria retoricii şi îndeajuns de multe cunoştinţe teoretice cât să trecem la lucru, vă voi propune mai ales exerciţii practice. "Atelier de Retorică: arta discursului", curs susținut de Mario Barangea la Fundația Calea Victoriei, începe în 7 iulie.

Pachetul de măsuri fiscale va fi anunțat săptămâna viitoare. Foarte probabil TVA va fi reașezat la două praguri, anunță premierul Ilie Bolojan. Guvernul analizează extinderea bazei de contribuabili la sănătate în timp ce Bursele elevilor vor fi reconfigurate, iar sporurile vor fi reevaluate. Premierul Ilie Bolojan a anuntat principalele măsuri fiscale pe care le va lua guvernul saptamana viitoare. A fost si prima conferință de presă de la preluarea funcției. Declarațiile vin după ședința de guvern în care a precizat că prioritățile executivului sunt reducerea deficitului bugetar și îmbunătățirea colectării fondurilor europene prin PNRR. Potrivit acestuia, sistemul de cote de TVA va trece de la actualul sistem cu trei cote (două reduse, 5% și 9%, precum și generală de 19%) la unul cu numai două cote, taxarea va crește pentru bănci și sectorul jocurilor de noroc, va crește numărul de contributori la sistemul pensiilor de stat. Premierul ilie Bolojan a mai anuntat ca sporurile vor fi reevaluate și trebuie legate de performanță. Adio plafonare RCA. Ce urmează? De marti,1  iulie, dispare plafonarea tarifelor RCA, masura care fusese stabilita acum doi ani dupa falimentul companiei Euroins. Expertul in asigurari Sergiu Costache spune la RFI ca pretul asigurarii obligatorii pentru automobile  nu va creste in prima instanta ci va creste gradual pana la finalul anului cu procente cuprinse intre 5 si 15 la suta asta si in functie de impactul noilor taxe si impozite ce vor fi impuse de  noul Guvern.    Primii Exilați Științifici au ajuns în Franța «Primii Exilaţi ştiinţifici» americani au ajuns la Universitatea din Marsilia    Realizatorull Cronicii Bilingve, Virgil Tănase, a încetat din viață Virgil Tănase, scriitor şi dramaturg francez de origine română, a murit marţi la Paris, oraş în care se refugiase politic în 1977. Pe 16 iulie ar fi împlinit 80 de ani. În ultimii 12 ani l-ati ascultat și la RFI România - unde a realizat peste 300 de cronici bilingve. 

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Having himself an All-star season thus far, Jeremy Peña has raised his contract value drastically following the Astros' rebuilding stage here in Houston with the departure of a few veterans this past offseason. Batting at an average of .325 with an OBP of .380 and slugging at .495, has heightened the shortstops worth and have broached the conversation around $100M regarding contract negotiations. Breaking down the conversation and Boras' new signed client, Sean and Dan are joined by KPRC 's Ari Alexander discussing the possibilities of the Astros' signing Peña back and what may his future tend to look like if he sustains this level of great play.  

Ecuador aprobó una ley que endurece las penas para adolescentes vinculados al crimen organizado, una medida adoptada en medio de una ola de violencia sin precedentes que mantiene en jaque a las fuerzas del orden. Esta violencia es atribuida en gran parte al narcotráfico. El Congreso de Ecuador aprobó la denominada Ley Orgánica de Integridad Pública, que incluye medidas para endurecer las penas contra menores de edad. Algunas de las reformas de esta ley, aprobada con 84 votos a favor sobre 148 legisladores, están generando gran preocupación en las organizaciones de defensa de los derechos humanos de los niños y adolescentes. “Perpetuar la violencia y acrecentarla” Estas organizaciones temen que los menores no solo sean imputados como adultos, sino que también sean encarcelados junto con presos mayores de edad. Eva Peñafiel, subdirectora nacional y vocera de la organización de desarrollo social Aldeas Infantiles SOS, es una de las voces que rechazan esta medida. “Si un adolescente de 14 o 13 años comete un delito, podría estar juzgado como adulto y tener una condena de 15 años en una cárcel común. Hay otro elemento importante que hay que ver: no van a estar inmersos en circuitos específicos para adolescentes. Ya de plano en el país no tenemos una estructura o un marco de justicia juvenil adecuada que rehabilite a adolescentes. Hay un sistema que lo que hace muchas veces es perpetuar la violencia y acrecentarla en estos circuitos”, explica. “Nosotros, junto con otras organizaciones, nos sumamos a este rechazo público y de exigibilidad constante de que pueda ser revisada la ley, que se nos convoque a las organizaciones que trabajamos por la protección de derechos. Que esto sea un proceso mucho más reflexivo”, recalca Peñafiel. “Construir un enemigo simbólico” La Ley Orgánica de Integridad Pública es el segundo proyecto de ley del presidente ecuatoriano Daniel Noboa que el Congreso aprueba en menos de un mes. Las medidas defendidas en esta ley buscarían reforzar la lucha contra el crimen organizado. Sin embargo, Santiago Cuahuasqui, abogado e investigador del Observatorio de Reformas Políticas de América Latina, se muestra escéptico y crítico respecto a la efectividad y a las intenciones de esta ley. Para él, se trata más bien de “un cálculo político, porque justamente se está tratando de construir un enemigo simbólico, viendo justamente al menor delincuente para mostrarse mano dura, que es algo que la población ve con buenos ojos. Sin embargo, esta mano dura no se ve que va en contra de las economías criminales y del corazón del crimen organizado, sino más bien en contra de los menores delincuentes, de los menores infractores en los sectores con mayor desigualdad social, con mayor pobreza”. “Son esos sectores los que pasan a engrosar al crimen transnacional. Y sin embargo, estos sectores a los cuales se les ha imposibilitado seguir con los estudios secundarios o tener oportunidades de trabajos juveniles, por ejemplo, son a los que la fuerza pública los toma como una estrategia de mano dura para demostrar la eficacia del Gobierno”, denuncia Cuahuasqui. El año pasado, en Ecuador, más de 3.500 menores fueron detenidos en operativos contra las bandas criminales, según datos del Ministerio del Interior.

Pełnej wersji podcastu posłuchasz w aplikacji Onet Audio. Najnowszy, nieco krótszy niż zazwyczaj odcinek podcastu Raport Międzynarodowy poświęcony jest przede wszystkim trzem kwestiom: szczytowi NATO w Hadze, amerykańskiemu uderzeniu na Iran i irańskiemu odwetowi na ów atak oraz zwolnieniu przez Aleksandra Łukaszenkę niewielkiej grupy więźniów politycznych.   Odnosząc się do szczytu NATO, Witold Jurasz i Zbigniew Parafianowicz zastanawiają się, czy Donald Trump powie w czasie jego trwania coś, co by podważało artykuł 5 Traktatu Północnoatlantyckiego, czy też spotkanie uda się odbyć bez szczególnych perturbacji? Obydwaj prowadzący nie mają złudzeń, że uda się osiągnąć kompromis w sprawie podniesienia progu wydatków na zbrojenia. Kompromis ten będzie polegać na tym, że na papierze wszystko będzie wyglądać świetnie, rzeczywistość zaś zapowiada się zdecydowanie bardziej ponuro. Nie zanosi się również na wielkie przełomy w kwestii jakichkolwiek decyzji, czy choćby deklaracji, w sprawie Ukrainy.   Odnosząc się z kolei do ataku Stanów Zjednoczonych na Iran i irańskiego odwetu, obydwaj prowadzący zauważają, że Iran odpowiedział w taki sposób, by zamanifestować opór przy jednoczesnym ograniczeniu wyrządzonych Amerykanom krzywd do minimum. Nikt w irańskich atakach na amerykańskie bazy nie zginął. Witold Jurasz i Zbigniew Parafianowicz zastanawiają się, czy umiarkowanie Iranu to wyraz przekonania o własnej słabości, czy też raczej sprytu reżimu w Teheranie, który zintensyfikuje prace nad programem jądrowym, ale równocześnie będzie zachowywał się w taki sposób, by nie sprowokować Izraela i USA do kolejnych uderzeń.    Komentując spotkanie generała Kellogga z Aleksandrem Łukaszenką, obydwaj prowadzący zauważają, że więźniowie polityczni byli w gruncie rzeczy trzeciorzędnym tematem rozmów. Tak naprawdę chodziło o scenariusz manewrów Zapad oraz kwestię ewentualnego zniesienia przynajmniej części sankcji nałożonych na Białoruś. Problem polega na tym, jak zauważa Witold Jurasz, że dzisiaj Aleksander Łukaszenko nie ma już najmniejszego wpływu na scenariusz wspomnianych szeroko zakrojonych ćwiczeń wojskowych. Z białoruskim prezydentem należało rozmawiać, kiedy jeszcze miał duże czy też przynajmniej znaczące pole manewru. Niestety wówczas niemal wszyscy zajmujący się Białorusią byli przeciwni utrzymywaniu dialogu z Mińskiem. Postawa ta była wynikiem albo ciężkiej naiwności, albo ciężkiej głupoty, albo ciężkiej zdrady. Ta ostatnia rymowałaby się wręcz z pracą na rzecz rosyjskich służb specjalnych. Czwartej opcji Witold Jurasz niestety nie dostrzega. Zbigniew Parafianowicz twierdzi, że były okresy, kiedy Polska próbowała dogadywać się z Białorusią, z czym nie zgadza się Witold Jurasz, który zauważa, że nawet jeżeli rząd taką intencję miał, to podległe rządowi agendy oraz instytucje politykę tę jawnie sabotowały. Polska zawsze była państwem całkowicie niezbornym, niezdolnym w istocie do prowadzenia polityki zagranicznej, bo nie da się jej prowadzić, gdy każda instytucja działa samowolnie i niezależnie od reszty.   Na końcu podcastu Witold Jurasz i Zbigniew Parafianowicz odnoszą się do krytycznych uwag części słuchaczy. Przedmiotem kontrowersji był postulowany przez prowadzących sposób radzenia sobie z potencjalnymi inspirowanymi przez Rosję zamieszkami w państwach bałtyckich. Zarówno Jurasz jak i Parafianowicz bez ogródek stwierdzają, że tego typu inicjatywy należy brutalnie pacyfikować, zaś wszyscy oburzeni tego rodzaju "brutalnością” zmieniliby zdanie, gdyby rzecz dotyczyła Polski. Witold Jurasz dodaje, że rozumie etyczne wątpliwości, ale zarazem dostrzega możliwe katastrofalne konsekwencje braku reakcji lub “miękkiego” reagowania na rosyjskie działania wywrotowe. W najlepszym razie oznaczałoby to poważną destabilizację regionu, w najgorszym - próby podważania suwerenności krajów bałtyckich. Rosja przejmując kontrolę na Litwie, Łotwie lub Estonii zafundowałaby tym państwom prawdziwy festiwal łamania praw człowieka. 

Dr Ewelina Kurtys, biolog i specjalista nauk biomedycznych, opowiada o biokomputerach – czym są, co już dziś potrafią i dlaczego mogą całkowicie zmienić sposób, w jaki myślimy o sztucznej inteligencji (AI). [more] Rozmawiamy m.in. o tym jakie problemy mogą rozwiązywać, jak je obsługiwać i czy już teraz możemy je testować. Pełen opis odcinka, polecane materiały i linki oraz transkrypcję znajdziesz na: || devmentor.pl/rozmowa ⬅ Chcesz przebranżowić się do IT i poznać rozwiązania, które innym pozwoliły skutecznie znaleźć pracę? Jestem doświadczonym developerem oraz mentorem programowania – chętnie odpowiem na Twoje pytania o naukę programowania oraz świat IT. Umów się na bezpłatną, niezobowiązującą rozmowę! ~ Mateusz Bogolubow, twórca podcastu Pierwsze kroki w IT || devmentor.pl/podcast ⬅ Oficjalna strona podcastu

WAR! (or is it?) Tesla Robotaxi Update Japan's rice problem Drink up! New guidelines coming... PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter    Warm-Up - WAR! (or is it?) - Tesla Robotaxi Update - Japan's rice problem - Drink up! New guidelines coming... Markets - Not phased by Iranian attack - (well planned attack for markets - timing, newsflow and narrative of "successful mission") - A ceasefire now - quick wars! - P/E forward nearing 22 - Leading indicators - dropping - VERY Resilient overall - dips are for buying - NASDAQ 100 closing in on all-time highs - triple top Dropping the F Bomb - 7am CNBC - " Two counties that have been that have been fighting so long and so hard that they do not know what the "F***ck" they are doing" Oil - Drops from high of $78 to $66 - Iran bombing news spikes the price on Sunday night - and then....free fall.... Tesla - Everyone is a flutter about the RoboTaxi test in Austin - Stock moved up 10% on the news Monday -- Everyone knows it is a long haul - but the hope and the promise is something that investors live on - Tesla Robotaxis spotted speeding, making improper turns on first day of service, according to Bloomberg HAMMER - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alongside Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dan Caine, in a news conference Sunday, reviewed operational details of Saturday's “Operation Midnight Hammer,” the well-concealed strikes against nuclear development facilities in Iran that both men called an “incredible and overwhelming success.” - “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan,” President Donald Trump said Saturday. - Bunker Buster Bombs - lots of them - Was it a success? -- Monday: Iran coordinated the attacks on U.S. base in Qatar and gave officials advance warning to minimize casualties Interesting - Online job listing company CareerBuilder + Monster filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday. Leading Indicators - A measure of future U.S. economic activity fell in May for the sixth straight month and triggered a recession signal, held down by consumer pessimism, weak new orders for manufactured goods, an uptick in jobless benefits claims and a drop in building permit applications. - The Conference Board's Leading Economic Index fell by 0.1% to 99.0 last month after a downwardly revised 1.4% drop in April, which was the largest decline in the index since the spring of 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The decline matched the consensus expectation among economists polled by Reuters. - "With the substantial negatively revised drop in April and the further downtick in May, the six-month growth rate of the Index has become more negative, triggering the recession signal," she said. "The Conference Board does not anticipate recession, but we do expect a significant slowdown in economic growth in 2025 compared to 2024, with real GDP growing at 1.6% this year and persistent tariff effects potentially leading to further deceleration in 2026." Global Rates and Central Banks - Update World Rates Japan's Rice Problem - Rice prices in Japan more than doubled in May, spiking 101.7% year over year and marking their largest increase in over half a century. - The huge spike follows a 98.4% increase in April, and a rise of 92.1% year over year in March. - Japan's rice prices have been in the spotlight in recent times, with the government releasing emergency stockpiles to moderate the price of the country's staple food. - The surge in rice prices comes as Japan's core inflation rate climbed to 3.7% in May, marking its highest level since January 2023.

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Welcome to Hot Topics! Join host Gabrielle Crichlow in this empowering episode featuring fellow tutorpreneur Renée Peña Lopez as they discuss the essential role of advocacy in your child's development. Together, they delve into key developmental markers for preschool and elementary-aged children, providing parents with the insights needed to recognize and address their child's unique needs.In this episode, you'll learn effective strategies for advocating for your child's educational and emotional support, and discover how to navigate the systems in place to ensure they receive the help they require. Gabrielle and Renée share practical takeaways for when you feel overwhelmed or stuck, empowering you to advocate confidently and effectively.Renée, an early childhood inclusion specialist and special education teacher, shares her personal journey of advocating for her daughter who faced developmental delays. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding and navigating the special education system, including terms like "CPSC" (Committee of Special Education) and "EI" (Early Intervention). The episode emphasizes the significance of developmental milestones for children aged 3-5 years, advocating early, and the collaborative relationship between parents and educators. Renée also addresses the cultural considerations surrounding advocacy, including the stigma some parents face regarding labels and special education.Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, this episode is filled with expert advice and actionable tips to help you become a mighty advocate for your child. Tune in and take the first steps toward making a meaningful difference in their educational journey! Key Takeaways:- Understanding your child's developmental markers.- Strategies for effective advocacy in educational settings.- Importance of documentation and early intervention.- Navigating cultural considerations and overcoming stigma.- Building collaborative relationships with educators.Don't miss this insightful discussion that empowers you to support your child's needs!,Who is Renée Peña Lopez?Renée Peña Lopez is an Early Childhood Inclusion Specialist, and proud Native New Yorker. She is a licensed special education early childhood teacher who has a passion for quirky learners such as herself. Renée attended Bard College for her B.A. in Dance and Integrated Arts (Video and Arts Education). While on her journey, she fell in love with Early Childhood working at an enrichment school, where the director took a chance on her and suggested she go into the field. 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Pełnej wersji podcastu posłuchasz w aplikacji Onet Audio. W najnowszym specjalnym wydaniu podcastu Raport Międzynarodowy gościem Witolda Jurasza jest Łukasz Gadzała, dziennikarz Onetu i autor książki „Zagubiony hegemon. Zmarnowana szansa Ameryki i rewolucja Trumpa”. Według głównej tezy autora Ameryka jest nie tyle zagubiona, ile zwyczajnie ponosi konsekwencje swojej nieroztropnej polityki zagranicznej po zakończeniu zimnej wojny. Przez 35 lat USA podejmowały decyzje dyktowane krótkowzrocznym interesem, ignorując jednocześnie dalekosiężne i potencjalnie bolesne skutki.   Być może najdotkliwszym przykładem owej krótkowzroczności była wojna w Iraku uznawana za punkt zwrotny w najnowszej polityce Stanów zjednoczonych - moment przesilenia. Choć militarnie Amerykanie szybko obalili reżim Saddama Husajna, to całkowicie zawiedli na linii budowania stabilnego państwa. Decyzje takie jak rozwiązanie armii irackiej i delegalizacja partii Baas doprowadziły do chaosu i wzrostu siły Iranu w regionie. Interwencja pokazała, że USA przeceniły swoją siłę i zignorowały konsekwencje geopolityczne. Według Łukasza Gadzały Irak był początkiem erozji amerykańskiego przywództwa i jednym z powodów późniejszego sukcesu Donalda Trumpa.   Łukasz Gadzała zwraca uwagę, że świat stał się bardziej złożony, a hegemon nie jest w stanie egzekwować porządku w takim stopniu jak niegdyś. Ameryka wciąż pozostaje światową potęgą, ale coraz częściej działa nieodpowiedzialnie, co prowadzi do globalnej destabilizacji. Autor przywołuje ideę koncertu mocarstw jako realistycznego modelu utrzymania równowagi. Krytykuje myślenie o globalnej dominacji jako obowiązku moralnym.   Witold Jurasz i Łukasz Gadzała analizują również wpływ neokonserwatystów na politykę USA po 2001 roku. Jaki był ich udział w narodzinach współczesnego populizmu i dojściu Donalda Trumpa do władzy. Tryumf środowiska MAGA jest skutkiem wieloletnich błędów elit – zarówno w polityce zagranicznej, jak i wewnętrznej. Błędy te podsycały od lat przekonanie przeciętnego Amerykanina o byciu porzuconym przez własne państwo.   W rozmowie poruszona zostaje również kwestia rozszerzenia NATO i jego wpływu na relacje z Rosją. Gadzała zauważa, że proces zwiększania strefy wpływów Sojuszu Północnoatlantyckiego nie był od początku przesądzony i wywołał realne obawy w Moskwie. Obawy będące doskonałym paliwem dla rosyjskich polityków o neoimperialnych ambicjach. Z punktu widzenia USA rozszerzanie NATO było korzystne ekonomicznie i strategicznie, ale także niosło ryzyko eskalacji napięć z Rosją. 

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How can experimentation and relentless curiosity unlock faster growth in private-equity-backed businesses?In this episode of The Hard Corps Marketing Show, I sat down with Kit Lisle, Founder of Acclaro Growth Partners and The Operators.pe. A former military intelligence officer turned veteran strategy consultant, Kit brings a unique lens to leadership and business transformation. He now helps companies shift from founder-led decision making to value-driven, private-equity-ready growth.Kit breaks down why leaders should start with experimentation instead of narrowing their focus too soon, how honest customer conversations reveal real needs, and why continuous improvement and humble collaboration are non-negotiable for long-term success. Drawing from his military background, Kit compares the intensity of private equity to a SEAL team mission, where adaptability, rapid learning, and mission clarity are essential.In this episode, we cover:Why a period of experimentation outperforms premature focusHow to ask open-ended questions that deliver true customer insightThe cultural shift founder-led businesses must make when PE steps inLeveraging strengths and running after-action reviews for constant improvementEncouraging a culture of curiosity that sparks innovationIf you're ready to foster intellectual curiosity, unlock hidden opportunities, and drive value-first growth, this episode is full of actionable insights you won't want to miss!

Send us a textMiguel Armaza interviews Steve Stagner, CEO of Crete, an AI-powered roll-up deploying $500+ million to modernize the accounting industry. Backed by Thrive Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, and others, Crete is acquiring US accounting firms and transforming them with OpenAI-powered tools. Steve brings battle-tested insights from building Mattress Firm from a single $1,300 franchise to a $3.8 billion Fortune 500 giant.In this episode, we discuss (1) Why "People, Process, Technology" - in that exact order - is the only formula that works for AI transformation; (2) How Crete's partner equity model differs from traditional PE roll-ups, letting firms keep their culture while accessing enterprise-grade AI tools; (3) Why firms that don't embrace AI will lose and how Crete has already seen 30-50% efficiency gains through AI-powered trial balance normalization and audit testing... and a lot more!Want more podcast episodes? Join me and follow Fintech Leaders today on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app for weekly conversations with today's global leaders that will dominate the 21st century in fintech, business, and beyond.Do you prefer a written summary? Check out the Fintech Leaders newsletter and join 80,000+ readers and listeners worldwide!Miguel Armaza is Co-Founder and General Partner of Gilgamesh Ventures, a seed-stage investment fund focused on fintech in the Americas. He also hosts and writes the Fintech Leaders podcast and newsletter.Miguel on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nKha4ZMiguel on Twitter: https://bit.ly/2Jb5oBcFintech Leaders Newsletter: bit.ly/3jWIp

As they adapt to shifting investor expectations and a changing deal flow, many private capital firms are returning to fundamentals, focusing on risk management and value creation. They are also prioritizing enhanced exit planning and geographical diversification, with Europe becoming a focal point for many PE firms. This is happening at a time when consolidation among various stakeholders is reshaping the industry and providing new avenues for risk management and investment opportunities. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Emily Almond, Oliver Wyman's John Romeo, and Mercer's Tamsin Coleman discuss some of the top risks that private equity firms should be aware of and share strategies for addressing them effectively. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.

Pełnej wersji podcastu posłuchasz w aplikacji Onet Audio. Gościem najnowszego nietypowego odcinka Raportu Międzynarodowego jest ekspert zajmujący się polityką zagraniczną i bezpieczeństwem dr Witold Sokała z Uniwersytetu Jana Kochanowskiego w Kielcach. Odcinek jest nietypowy, gdyż zamiast tradycyjnego wywiadu, między prowadzącymi Witoldem Juraszem i Zbigniewem Parafianowiczem a gościem wywiązuje się dyskusja, w której wszyscy trzej jej uczestnicy próbują odpowiedzieć na kilka pytań związanych z amerykańskimi bombardowaniami Iranu:   Po pierwsze, czy Stany Zjednoczone miały prawo zaatakować irańskie instalacje nuklearne i czy generalnie prawo międzynarodowe dopuszcza wojnę prewencyjną?   Po drugie, czy Rosja i Chiny nie wykorzystają tego do własnych propagandowych celów twierdząc, że skoro USA mogą bombardować Iran, to Rosja może atakować Ukrainę, a Chiny zająć Tajwan? I nic to, że Ukraina i Tajwan w odróżnieniu od Iranu nie są dyktaturami i nie uciekają się to terroryzmu. W to, że Rosja aktywnie wesprze Iran żaden z uczestników rozmowy nie wierzy.   W podcaście pojawia się oczywiście pytanie: czy USA faktycznie zadały Iranowi tak dotkliwy cios, jak twierdzi Donald Trump i czy irański program atomowy został tym samym pogrzebany, czy może przeciwnie – będzie jeszcze aktywniej rozwijany.   Prowadzący i gość zastanawiali się - rozmowa została nagrana jeszcze przed irańskim atakiem na bazy amerykańskie w Katarze i Iraku - jak Teheran odpowie na amerykański atak.   Inne tematy poruszone w podcaście to m.in. - Czy zmiana reżimu Irańskiego jest możliwa? - Czy Izrael faktycznie pokazał siłę, czy może – skoro bez USA nie był w stanie osiągnąć celów – słabość? - Czy amerykańska interwencja świadczy o sile proizraelskiego lobby w USA i czy sposób prowadzenia wojny w Strefie Gazy (a konkretnie popełniane przez Izrael zbrodnie wojenne) nie spowodują, że lobby to będzie jedynie słabnąć.   Na końcu podcastu prowadzący i gość zastanawiają się, czy Polska mogłaby wejść w posiadanie broni jądrowej. Witold Sokała i Witold Jurasz są sceptyczni. Zbigniew Parafianowicz z kolei opcji takiej nie wyklucza.

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Michael Seitz went from dental school dropout to building a $150M+ national franchise in the pet services industry with no private equity and no shortcuts. What started with a family grooming shop in 1977 has grown into EarthWise Pet, a multi-brand platform with over 200 brick-and-mortar and mobile locations, 1,400+ employees, and a one-of-a-kind AI-powered pet dietitian. But Michael didn't just expand a family business; he reinvented what pet retail and service could look like at scale. By blending deep industry expertise with bold operational moves (including acquiring 42 stores in a single day), he built a business that serves pets and empowers franchisees while keeping ownership in the hands of real operators. In this no-fluff, tactical episode, Michael shares: Why franchising surges during economic downturns How he scaled without VC or PE funding What went wrong with two major acquisitions (and how he recovered) His “buy then flip” strategy that lowers franchisee barriers How EarthWise uses AI to build authority, not cut costs The make-or-break moment in founder partnerships Why building the right team is more important than EBITDA Key Lessons: Grow With Purpose – Scale isn't just about size—it's about systems, talent, and strategic timing Franchise the Right Way – Say no often, protect the culture, and hand-pick operators who expand Let Go to Grow – Founders must release control and ego to evolve as leaders Talent Is a Growth Strategy – Use M&A to bring in people, not just profits Tech With Trust – AI should empower your customers, not replace your values Host: Tyler Martin, Think Business Podcast Want to build a service business that actually scales? Let's talk:

Robert Hagstrom returns to discuss the investing principle he believes most value investors still misunderstand—despite decades of evidence from Warren Buffett. In this conversation, we explore why focus investing works, what traditional value investors got wrong about the Magnificent Seven, and how the industry's obsession with low P/E ratios and short-term tracking error leads to missed opportunities. Hagstrom also reflects on lessons from working with Bill Miller and explains why evolving your investment approach is essential for long-term success.In this episode, we discuss:How Hagstrom fell into money management by accidentWhat Buffett's 1983 letter taught him about investingThe dangers of rigid value investing frameworksWhy most active managers fail over timeThe key to compounding that investors overlookDrawdowns, tracking error, and the psychology of focus investingWhy private equity's appeal is mostly an illusionWhat Buffett's surprise CEO handoff really means for Berkshire Hathaway

Dan Pollock, Vice President of Corporate Development/M&A at SAM Companies Dan shares how he built SAM Companies' M&A function from the ground up—executing over 30 deals and transforming M&A into a strategic growth engine. Backed by Peak Rock Capital, SAM Companies focuses on acquiring founder-led geospatial and infrastructure services businesses. Dan dives deep into how he balances disciplined diligence with relationship-first sourcing, how his team integrates small companies into a larger framework, and why culture and seller alignment matter as much as price. Whether you're building out corp dev from scratch or refining your playbook, this conversation offers tactical insight into how to scale M&A the right way. Things you will learn: How to build an in-house M&A engine with a lean corp dev team How to source proprietary deals through trust and local relationships How to structure earnouts and retention payments to align incentives ________________________ Sponsored by DealRoom—where M&A chaos meets its match. Still stuck in spreadsheet hell? DealRoom helps corporate development teams take control—streamlining diligence, syncing integration, and eliminating the back-and-forth.

La enseñanza del día: "Ser como Cristián Castro y no hacer naaada". Miguel Layún nos relata cuando Miguel Herrera le gritoneó gacho. Y en la encuesta del día: ¿Las peleas del Canela dan flojerita o no?, la gente opinó. Y no mam... el análisis poético que hizo nuestro Peña bb de "la chona", se van a ir de pompas, jajajaja.