Podcasts about Peace Corps

The hemp event of the summer is taking place in Raleigh, North Carolina, July 15-17. It's the Global Industrial Hemp Fiber Summit, hosted by the Wilson College of Textiles, in conjunction with the National Industrial Hemp Council. This week on the Hemp Show, we'll talk to the lead organizer of the event, Guy Carpenter. Unlike other events focused on industrial hemp, this summit centers squarely on hemp fiber and the industries that are growing up around fiber: textiles, apparel, denim, upholstery, non-wovens, construction, hempcrete, insulation, acoustic panels, automotive, biocomposites, door panels, dashboards, paper, packaging, bioenergy, bioplastics and more. Just don't expect cannabinoids, CBD, Delta-8, hemp-derived intoxicants, or any discussion of the floral side of cannabis. According to Carpenter, this event is all about building the fiber industry. "If you have any interest whatsoever in starting a business in our industry and figuring out how to make it work and also figuring out what are the starting points, what are the roadblocks, what are the opportunities … this is the place to be,” he said. The three-day event will include panel discussions with industry experts, as well as field trips to NC State hemp fields, local manufacturing centers and the largest and newest hemp processing facility on the East Coast, recently opened by Biophil Natural Fibers in Lumberton, North Carolina. Carpenter said the summit will cover “everything from seed to decortication … whatever type of segment of the fiber you want to use, we're going to have people here who are experts at it." Carpenter has dedicated his life to natural fibers. He's worked in fashion and apparel, international textile manufacturing, and policy development. After the Army and the Peace Corps, his professional journey in the apparel industry took him all over the world, eventually studying hemp fiber production in China. His vast industry knowledge is a pivotal resource as his home state of North Carolina ramps up hemp for textiles. He brings an unmatched experience and credibility as the organizer of the summit. Carpenter said this event follows in the tradition of the Montana Hemp Summit, hosted by IND Hemp in previous years, which means the summit will be less of a celebration of hemp and more of a working session to move the industry forward, and the people who attend are the people building the industry. “They're not just out there promoting hemp for its magical powers or its halo of goodness… but figuring out ways to make money from it,” he said. “This is the place to be." Also this week, we read a few hemp excerpts from USDA's 1913 Yearbook. Register for the NIHC Global Industrial Hemp Fiber Summit here: https://www.globalindustrialfibersummit.com Read the USDA Yearbook of Agriculture, 1913 — Chapter on Hemp by Lyster Dewey: https://archive.org/details/yearbookofusdept1913unit/page/282/mode/2up News Nuggets Texas Legislature Moves to Ban THC Hemp Products https://www.texastribune.org/2025/05/21/texas-house-thc-hemp-senate-bill-3-ban/ Moldova Plants First Legal Hemp Fields https://hempgazette.com/news/moldova-hemp-fields-hg2123/ Germany Introduces Hemp Flower Tax Stamps https://hemptoday.net/german-hemp-flower-stamps/ Texas Poultry Farm Transforms to Hemp Cultivation https://www.publicnewsservice.org/story/texas-farmers-move-from-poultry-to-hemp/a83734-1 Thanks to our sponsors: IND HEMP https://www.indhemp.com Forever Green – Distributors of the KP4 Hemp Cutter https://www.hempcutter.com National Hemp Association https://nationalhempassociation.org

Dan Wienecke, academic advisor and instructor at Arapahoe Community College, shares his journey from Colorado State University to various international roles, including Peace Corps service in Kazakhstan. At ACC, Dan focuses on retention, particularly for students on academic recovery. Wienecke discusses ACC's performance support workshops, which help students understand and improve their academic standing. He also discusses the appeal support event, a collaborative effort to guide students through financial aid appeals. He highlights the mutual benefits of his advisor and instructor roles, stressing the importance of empathy and support in student success. Higher Listenings: Joy for EducatorsA new podcast from Top Hat delivering ideas, relief, and joy to the future of teaching.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySubscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform!The X, Instagram, and Facebook handle for the podcast is @AdvisingPodcastAlso, subscribe to our Adventures in Advising YouTube Channel!Connect with Matt and Ryan on LinkedIn.

On this week's show, your host, Justin Mog, is delighted to be in conversation with an old friend and colleague at the University of Louisville, Henry Cunningham, who serves as the Assistant Vice-President for Engaged Scholarship in the Office of Community Engagement (https://louisville.edu/communityengagement/) Dr. Cunningham co-founded and co-directed the University's International Service Learning Program. He has extensive background in international and community development, having conducted developmental work in several countries. He was assigned to the United Nations where he worked with international leaders focusing on sustainable development in developing countries. Henry currently teaches a community-based learning course, enabling students to engage with the immigrant community. He has published articles and book chapters on community engagement, and he co-edited a book on partnership and collaboration which was published in 2020. Henry is a native of the Central American nation of Belize. We begin the conversation discussing what it is like there, Belize's history as a young nation, and it's tremendous ecological and human diversity. Belize has the world's second longest coral reef after Australia, and Henry shares how it is now being endangered because of contamination flowing down from Florida. It is also a place where the economy and a lot of government policy is driven by Ecotourism and protecting the environment is a national priority. Belize is also a host country for the U.S. Peace Corps, and Henry shares his experience getting to know Peace Corps Volunteers there. He argues that the Peace Corps is the most valuable investment the U.S. makes in international diplomacy. We conclude by discussing Henry's work with Community Engagement at UofL, which has been recognized nationally. Learn more about how UofL students, faculty, and staff collaborate with community members in mutually beneficial relationships and discover how you can establish or grow partnerships with UofL! As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com

Send us a textIn this episode of At The Bench, Drs. Misty Good and Betsy Crouch speak with Dr. Stephanie Gaw, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist at UCSF, about her path to becoming a physician-scientist and her translational research on placental infections. Dr. Gaw shares how early lab experiences, time in the Peace Corps, and a pivot from infectious disease to OB-GYN shaped her focus on maternal immunity and global health.The conversation covers Dr. Gaw's work on sepsis in pregnancy, COVID-19 and RSV vaccine responses, and congenital infections like syphilis. She also discusses her approach to building and managing a large placental biorepository, and the importance of thoughtful sample collection for reliable research outcomes. The episode includes practical insights on balancing clinical duties with research, the benefits of peer mentorship, and how clinical observations can drive lab-based investigation.This discussion offers a clear look into the realities and rewards of bridging bedside observations with bench research in maternal-fetal medicine. It's a valuable listen for early-career physician-scientists and anyone interested in the complexities of immunology, placental biology, and perinatal infection.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Changemakers from the grassroots are the most inspiring people out there, but they need the right support to do their job well and make our home planet much better. Nick Mucha, Director of Environmental Issues and Strategy at Patagonia, talks about his latest book that explores how to empower intergenerational activism. Together with Corinna Bellizzi, he explains how to use art in elevating small actions against climate crisis and what it takes to boost skill-based volunteering. Nick also discusses the danger of monetizing public lands and why the smallest communities will be adversely affected by such a decision.About Guest:Nick Mucha is one of the editors of Tools to Save Our Home Planet. He serves as the Environmental Capacity Building Director at Patagonia. In this role, Nick leads Patagonia's efforts to focus and deliver strategic grantmaking support to Patagonia's grantee organizations while enhancing the effectiveness and durability of nonprofit partners. His work is born out of a deep appreciation for the vitally important role that nonprofit organizations play in tackling our most vexing environmental, social, and economic issues. Nick has 15 years' experience leading conservation and community development programs throughout the world. His interest in this work was born while he and his wife served as Peace Corps volunteers in Honduras from 2004-2006. From that experience Nick founded his own organization supporting coastal communities that were grappling with booming surf tourism in southern Nicaragua. After running that organization for 7 years, Nick served as Director of Programs for Save The Waves Coalition with a focus on protecting surf ecosystems worldwide. Nick holds a B.A.in political science from UC Santa Barbara. Outside of work, Nick is usually serving up dad jokes to his three kids or scheming to get in a quick surf, trail run, or weekend adventure off-grid.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-mucha-95a6964Guest Website: https://www.patagonia.comShow Notes: Raw audio00:03:02 - Nick's Journey To Environmental Activism00:07:56 - Motivation And Inspirations Behind The Book00:14:03 - Helping Activists Avoid Burnout00:23:26 - Making The Book Fresh And Relevant00:26:32 - Protecting And Supporting Public Lands00:33:07 - Supporting The Noble Mission Of Patagonia00:40:19 - Picking Your Starting Point And Taking Action00:52:54 - Taking Care Of Yourself00:56:57 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing WordsJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:

 We really enjoyed talking with Libby, Owen, and Eli of Dallas Ugly. From hearing their unique band name story, to how they became a band was really a good time. We discussed their newalbum “See Me Now” (Available NOW!), and how they each individually write a song and then come together to finalize it.    Nashville's Dallas Ugly are an indie rock band of truly trusted friends, a trio who have been singing each other's songs for over a decade. Three distinctive voices: guitarist OwenBurton observes humanity at a wry remove, chuckling, multi-instrumentalist Libby Weitnauer lifts personal experience up into catchy tunes, and bassist Eli Broxham gracefully snakes through the low end on his more melancholy contributions. Together they've forged an ironclad, sibling-like bond, daring each other to ever increasing heights. Their listeners - lucky - get theoverlap of their Venn diagram, the best of their crop, otherwise known as “See Me Now,” their sophomore album.   Though they first started playing each other's songs back in their Chicago undergrad days, Dallas Ugly officially formed in 2020 when Owen, Libby, and Eli took a chance on relocatingto Nashville. Owen had been living in Senegal serving in the Peace Corps, Libby had established herself as an in-demand musician in New York City, and Eli was playing on frequent bluegrass and country gigs in Illinois - reunited in the Music City, they got to work, shaping both Dallas Ugly and the local scene while playing with a slew of other Nashville artists.   Check them out here:  BandCamp: Dallas Ugly  Website: Dallasugly.com  IG: dallasugly  TikTok: Dallasuglymusic  Facebook: Dallas Ugly  YouTube: Dallas Ugly  

Margaret J Wheatley, Ph.D. is an internationally acclaimed writer, speaker, and teacher. She began caring about the world's peoples in 1966 as a Peace Corps volunteer in postwar Korea. She is cofounder and President Emerita of The Berkana Institute, a charitable foundation that works with people around the world to strengthen their communities using the wisdom and wealth already present in their people, traditions, and environment. She is a guide in leading people back to understanding who we are as humans, being able to create the conditions for our basic qualities of generosity, contribution, community, and love. She is a grand contributor in creating an Island of Sanity in the midst of wildly disruptive seas. Her books lnclude Leadership and the New Science (Berrett-Kohler 1998), Turning To One Another: Simple Conversations to Restore Hope in the Future (Berrett-Kohler 2009) and Opening to the World As It Is: Poems of Experience (Berkana Publications 2024)Interview Date: 3/14/2025 Tags: Margaret J Wheatley, Meg Wheatley, conscious communities, Islands of Sanity, generosity, kindness, human spirit, despair, overwhelm, Teddy Roosevelt, singing together, Personal Transformation, Social Change/Politics, Indigenous Wisdom

If you're disturbed or simply turned off by America's rigid political divisions this is the show for you. We discuss creative skills and practices that put a little hope back in your political lifeDoug Teschner and Beth Malow are co-authors of the forthcoming book "Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times." Their work builds on what they've both learned as bridge builders and Braver Angels volunteers. They also write about their work on Substack.Imagine a country where people of opposing political beliefs and different social, geographical and educational backgrounds get along pretty well, and manage to make progress together on vital issues that they care about. Our two guests show how it can be done."We've always had debate and disagreement," Doug tells us. "The concern now is that this has become personalized. If you don't agree with me that means you're evil." People should disagree, but when it's about "us versus them, this is really dangerous for our country."Most Americans want to get along, says Beth. "I just think there are forces out there tearing us apart because that's what they see their profit and power in... We need to stand up and say enough is enough. We're better than this."Beth Malow leans blue. Doug Teschner leans red. He is a former Republican State Legislator in New Hampshire. Doug served as a Peace Corps country director in Ukraine and West Africa. He volunteers for Braver Angels as New England political leader. Beth Malow is a neurology physician, science and health communicator and lives in Vermont. She is also a trained volunteer moderator and debate chair for Braver Angels.This is our latest episode on the people, projects, and ideas of Braver Angels: The volunteer-led nationwide citizens' group that's working to bring people together across rigid and often antagonistic divides. During our interview Beth mentioned a May 20th Braver Angels New Hampshire debate that she's involved with.Our podcast host, Richard Davies, is a media trainer who works with clients to strengthen their public speaking, messaging, and interview skills. His email is daviescontentatgmail,com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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At age 74, Chris Hansen traded retirement for reinvention by joining the Peace Corps in Guatemala. In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo talks with Chris about why service beats sitting still. From cultural immersion and multi-generational dynamics to empowering indigenous women with sustainable tools, Chris brings a lifetime of global development experience into sharp focus. With humor, purpose, and a mosquito net, he's proving it's never too late to make a difference. As they reflect on life, legacy, and learning, Jack also helps Chris shape his journey into a memoir that captures his extraordinary chapter as it unfolds.

On this episode of 1050 Bascom, we were honored and delighted to interview Amed Khan. Amed is the President of the Amed Khan Foundation and a UW–Madison alum who majored in International Relations and Political Science. His career defies any standard résumé: from working in the West Wing as a special assistant at the Peace Corps, to running rescue missions in Kabul, coordinating evacuations in Syria and Ukraine, and founding a refugee housing initiative in Greece. Amed has shown what it means to step up when the world falls apart and to do so without waiting for permission. In this conversation, we talked about what inspired him to take this path, what it really looks like to do humanitarian work in conflict zones, and how his time at UW-Madison helped shape a worldview that still guides him today. We thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and hope you will too.

In this inspiring episode of the Future Ready Librarians podcast, host Shannon McClintock Miller sits down with Jamie, a passionate and multifaceted school librarian whose journey into education is anything but ordinary. From dreams of becoming a professional bodybuilder, Peace Corps volunteer, lawyer, and even a music video director, Jamie shares how a love for Soul Train and a chance job fair led her to a fulfilling career in school libraries. Together, Shannon and Jamie explore the evolving role of librarians in schools—as collaborators, media literacy champions, and advocates for student well-being. Jamie opens up about her aspirations in educational leadership and reflects on how the next chapter of her life will be dedicated to growing as an educator, leader, and advocate. Don't miss this powerful conversation about passion, purpose, and the impact of school libraries in shaping the future of education. Guest Name: Jami Rhue Guest social media: @YURWI Future Ready Schools Website: futureready.org Twitter: @FutureReady, @ShannonMMiller Instagram: @FutureReadySchools, @ShannonMMiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FutureReadySchools Future Ready Schools is a registered trademark of All4Ed, located in Washington, D.C.  #FutureReady  #FutureReadyLibs

Matthew Shepherd, Director of Outreach and Education, Bring Back the Pollinators Matthew has worked for the Xerces Society for more than two decades, initially at the vanguard of a new movement to protect pollinators, but then on endangered species and a range of other issues, as well as several years leading Xerces' communications work. Throughout this time, he maintained a direct involvement in pollinator conservation in towns and cities, and in his current role has returned to outreach and community engagement. Much of this focuses on supporting neighborhood-level efforts such as pollinator gardens and small habitat projects in parks, as well as leading the Bring Back the Pollinators campaign and promoting the No Mow May and Leave the Leaves initiatives. Matthew is author of numerous articles and other publications, including Attracting Native Pollinators (Storey Publishing, 2011) and Gardening for Butterflies (Timber Press, 2016). He also is the long-time editor of Wings, the Xerces Society's magazine. Matthew's 35-year conservation career began in England and took him to Kenya before his arrival in the United States. After completing a master's of science in land resource management, Matthew managed National Trust lands in Oxfordshire, established a successful community-based conservation program in Essex, and helped to create Samphire Hoe, an award-winning nature park at the foot of the White Cliffs of Dover. During a VSO placement in Kenya, he worked with local communities and government agencies to improve the management of Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, on the coast north of Mombasa. It was in Kenya that he met a Peace Corps volunteer⁠—who is the reason he moved to Oregon. They live on the west side of the Portland metro region. Their two children are now at college, but they still get together—although sometimes they roll their eyes when Matthew points out yet another super-cool insect that he found.

The Long Journey Out (Wipf and Stock)? Born in Japan and raised between the strong cultural frameworks of his Japanese mother and his Jewish-American military father, Lieber lived in fourteen different places by the time he was 14. He served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica before settling in NYC, where he is a retired professor from SUNY Nassau and a licensed psychoanalyst in private practice. The book is culled from the many poems written over his 70 years of living. For more information, visit https://www.ronaldokuakilieber.com/.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Welcome to today's episode, where we're joined by Ronald Lieber, an award-winning poet whose debut collection, 'The Long Journey Out', weaves a lifetime of experiences into evocative verses. Born in Japan to a Japanese mother and a Jewish-American military father, Ronald's early life spanned fourteen homes by age fourteen, shaping his unique perspective. A former Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica, a retired English professor from SUNY Nassau, and a licensed psychoanalyst in New York City, Ronald recently completed plant medicine guide training in Philadelphia. His poetry, praised by Kirkus Review for its penetrating exploration of wonder and emotion, draws from seven decades of reflection.

Welcome to today's episode, where we're joined by Ronald Lieber, an award-winning poet whose debut collection, 'The Long Journey Out', weaves a lifetime of experiences into evocative verses. Born in Japan to a Japanese mother and a Jewish-American military father, Ronald's early life spanned fourteen homes by age fourteen, shaping his unique perspective. A former Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica, a retired English professor from SUNY Nassau, and a licensed psychoanalyst in New York City, Ronald recently completed plant medicine guide training in Philadelphia. His poetry, praised by Kirkus Review for its penetrating exploration of wonder and emotion, draws from seven decades of reflection.

Designed as a domestic version of the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is one of the many government agencies affected by the Dept. of Govt. Efficiency (DOGE), which aims to cut federal spending.

In this episode, Dr. Samuel B. Lee, MD sits down with Christopher August, founder of Beats & Breath, author of Master Your Breath, and a pioneer in the conscious breathwork movement. From escaping the corporate grind to a near-death experience in the Zambezi River, Christopher's journey is a profound exploration of soul awakening, trauma release, and divine remembrance through the breath.Christopher shares how a drowning accident sparked a rebirth and awakened his mission to teach breath as a spiritual technology. He speaks deeply about the somatic intelligence of the body, his time in the Peace Corps in Tanzania, and how merging ancient breathwork with cannabis and music has helped thousands heal and awaken.This episode dives deep into parasympathetic breathwork, trauma stored in the body, and the sacred intersection of breath and intention, offering powerful tools for those seeking grounded healing, spiritual insight, and an embodied sense of purpose.

Designed as a domestic version of the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is one of the many government agencies affected by the Dept. of Govt. Efficiency (DOGE), which aims to cut federal spending.

Tysor Anderson is a men's basketball assistant coach at Wofford College having joined the staff in June of 2022. Anderson spent the previous three seasons at Jacksonville State University. Prior to Jacksonville State, Tysor was a head coach at the high school level. He served as head coach at Atlanta's South Gwinnett High School from 2016 to 2018 before taking the head coaching job at Holy Spirit Prep in 2018. Anderson coached future NBA first-overall pick Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves while at HSP. In the collegiate ranks, Anderson spent two seasons as an assistant coach. His 2011-12 season was spent at South Georgia State College, and he served in the same capacity at the University of North Georgia during the 2015-16 season. In between those stops Anderson served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Cambodia from 2012 to 2014. Anderson is a 2010 graduate of Georgia Tech where he received his degree in Social Science, Technology and Culture, and also earned a certificate in Business Management. As a walk-on for the Yellow Jackets, Anderson lettered three years and served one season as a student assistant under head coach Paul Hewitt.Anderson is the grandson of legendary, Hall of Fame, college basketball coach Charles "Lefty" Driesell, who retired in 2003 after 41 years as a head coach at Davidson, Maryland, James Madison and Georgia State.On this episode Mike and Tysor discuss Tysor's coaching experiences from high school to collegiate levels. Throughout the episode, we delve into Anderson's formative years, marked by his early exposure to the coaching profession through his grandfather, the esteemed Lefty Driesell, and discuss the profound impact of familial legacies on his career aspirations. As we explore his transition from a head coach in high school to an assistant at the collegiate level, we examine the invaluable lessons learned regarding the importance of building relationships within the community and fostering team cohesion. Furthermore, Anderson articulates the challenges posed by the rapidly evolving landscape of college athletics, particularly in the realms of recruitment and player development. Ultimately, this episode serves as a compelling examination of the multifaceted nature of coaching, underscoring the vital balance between personal ambition and the collective success of the teams we lead.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.Make sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.You'll want to take some notes as you listen to this episode with Tysor Anderson, men's basketball assistant coach at Wofford College.Website - https://woffordterriers.com/sports/mens-basketballEmail - andersontd@wofford.eduTwitter/X - @tysorandersonVisit our Sponsors!Dr. Dish BasketballOur friends at Dr. Dish Basketball are here to help you...

George is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, a husband and father of two, a consultant to credit unions, a cross-country cyclist, a man living the dream on his terms, and someone I'm looking forward to sitting down and having a beer with one day. Our conversation wanders to lots of places, including leveraging the phrase “I don't know” as a consultant, how vulnerability shows up in his personal life, his two cross-country cycling trips, the generosity of people, and how he found his way to working with credit unions. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hofheimer/

Discovering Balance and Healing: A Journey with Trish Lott In this episode of Good News!, Lynn Shematek and Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch welcome Trish Lott, who shares her fascinating career evolution from a health educator in reproductive health to a licensed acupuncturist deeply involved in international outreach. Trish recounts her transformative experiences in the Peace Corps, living in rural Paraguay, and how these shaped her approach to acupuncture. She explains the philosophy behind acupuncture, its roots in nature, and her unique practice model in Towson, Maryland. Additionally, Trish discusses her work with midwives in Guatemala through the Global Acupuncture Project, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with nature for holistic wellness. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about the intersection of passion, service, and healing.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:20 Trish Lott's Early Career and Peace Corps Experience02:26 Transition to Acupuncture03:29 Philosophy and Practice of Acupuncture08:39 Community Acupuncture Model12:28 International Work and Impact14:52 Personal Reflections and Advice18:08 Conclusion and FarewellCommunity Acupuncture of Towson website: https://www.catowson.comCommunity Acupuncture of Townson FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/CommunityAcupunctureofTowson/The Good News! podcast series is part of the ListeningforClues portfolio. Catch us at https://listeningforclues.com/#listeningforclues.com #Good News! #EDOM #incarnationbmore.org #deacons #Community Acupuncture of Towson #Trish Lott© 2025 Listening for Clues

In this inspiring episode of the ASVAB Domination Podcast, Mickey sits down with 1LT Sean Lundy of the Minnesota National Guard. Both returned Peace Corps Volunteers, Mickey and Sean dive deep into their eerily parallel journeys—from global service to leading soldiers. They talk about studying for the ASVAB as older, more life-experienced recruits, navigating the National Guard, emotional intelligence in command, and what Peace Corps teaches you that basic training never could. Topics covered: Studying for the ASVAB with a growth mindset Emotional intelligence as a leadership asset The Peace Corps mindset vs. the military structure Transitioning from idealism to service execution Officer-Enlisted relationships built on trust and learning The meaning of life (yes, Viktor Frankl gets a mention) Links: Connect with Sean Lundy: STLundy7@gmail.com | LinkedIn Profile ASVAB prep courses: GamonalTutors.com https://asvabdomination.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/LT-Lundy.mp3

RU342: RON OKUAKI LIEBER ON THE LONG JOURNEY OUT, PSYCHOANALYSIS, PSYCHEDELICS & POETRY: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru342-ron-okuaki-lieber-on-the-long Rendering Unconscious episode 342. Rendering Unconscious welcomes Ron Okuaki Lieber to the podcast! He's here to discuss his book of poetry The Long Journey Out (2023). https://amzn.to/44Gsery Ron describes his journey from a restless youth to a career in psychoanalysis and poetry. He recounts a transformative psychedelic experience in his teens, which led him to explore literature and poetry. Lieber joined the Peace Corps in Costa Rica, where he deepened his interest in culture, language and the human condition. He later studied at Columbia University and then the Center for Modern Psychoanalysis. Lieber's poetry, influenced by formal training and personal experiences, is described as formal and crafted. He emphasizes the importance of the unconscious in both art and psychoanalysis, and his work reflects themes of longing and loss. Of Japanese and Jewish lineage, Ronald Okuaki Lieber was born in Tokyo. He grew up as an army brat, moving every year until the age of 14 when his parents settled in Petersburg, VA. He graduated from the College of William and Mary with a BS in Biology, then served two years as a Peace Corp volunteer on the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. He returned to live in NYC and eventually graduated from the MFA Program at Columbia University. He later began psychoanalytic training at the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies. After graduation, He became the Director of the institute and editor of its journal, Modern Psychoanalysis. He is currently in private practice and has completed training as a guide at the Center for Medicine Work in Philadelphia. https://www.ronaldokuakilieber.com He has a poetry reading May 8, 2025 at Unnameable Books, 615 Vanderbilt Avenue (located inProspect Heights, Brooklyn) at 7:00 with Todd Colby and Mitch Highfill, music by Flose & Aura. https://www.ronaldokuakilieber.com/events For those interested in entering into psychoanalysis with me, I provide remote psychoanalytic treatment online, as well as consultation services for those in psychoanalytic formation. For more information visit my website https://www.drvanessasinclair.net Feel free to email me directly at vs [AT] drvanessasinclair [DOT] net www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ News and updates: I have a few events coming up! Saturday, May 3rd, I'll be giving an online talk on “Scansion in Psychoanalysis & Art” for Corpo Freudiano Vancouver. https://corpofreudianovancouver.com/event/scansion-in-psychoanalysis-and-art-with-vanessa-sinclair-psyd/ Join me Saturday, May 10th, for an online workshop as I explore “Dreams as Art” with writer Emmalea Russo. We'll be delving into dreamwork, artwork, psychoanalysis as a creative practice, and the varying relationships Freud, Jung, Lacan had with art. More info & register here: DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan: https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I'll be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd Thank you for being a paid subscriber to Rendering Unconscious Podcast. It makes my work possible. If you are, so far, a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all material on the site, including all future and archival episodes of Rendering Unconscious Podcast: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com

The Long Journey Out (Wipf and Stock)? Born in Japan and raised between the strong cultural frameworks of his Japanese mother and his Jewish-American military father, Lieber lived in fourteen different places by the time he was 14. He served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica before settling in NYC, where he is a retired professor from SUNY Nassau and a licensed psychoanalyst in private practice. The book is culled from the many poems written over his 70 years of living. For more information, visit https://www.ronaldokuakilieber.com/.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

[RE-UPLOAD FROM DEC. 8, 2021]In this episode Zsofia talked with Dr. Inga Zasada, nematologist with the USDA-ARS based out of Corvallis, OR. We chatted about how Inga was inspired by her scientist parents and growing up in Alaska and Oregon to want to become a biologist. She also talked about her unusual path to nematology, including being a Peace Corps volunteer on the Maltese Islands for 2 years where she had to learn on the job. We chatted about her graduate education at North Carolina State University and UC Davis and then working for the USDA as a nematologist.Watch this episode on YouTube here!You can follow Bug Talk on Instagram and Twitter @bugtalkpodcast, and YouTube @bugtalk6645

Liza Roeser is the Founder and CEO of FiftyFlowers, an innovative online floral retailer that delivers farm-fresh flowers directly to customers across the US. Her journey began in the early 1990s with the Peace Corps in Ecuador, where she developed a passion for the floral industry and later spent over a decade building relationships with sustainable farms worldwide. Under her leadership, FiftyFlowers has grown into a multimillion-dollar business with over a million orders delivered. A serial entrepreneur, Liza also founded Flower Fix, Farm Exports, Inc., and The Flower CEO, where she shares insights on entrepreneurship, ecommerce, and the floral industry. In this episode… Hiring the right people is hard — keeping them in the right roles as your company scales is even harder. When a business evolves from startup to eight and nine figures, the team that got you there might not be the team to take you further. How do you reassess your structure without disrupting momentum or compromising your culture? Liza Roeser, a leader in the floral ecommerce space, offers hard-won lessons on navigating team restructuring during rapid growth. Liza emphasizes the power of the “right people, right seats” philosophy from Jim Collins and how using tools like the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) framework and the GWC analysis can help leaders make data-backed decisions about personnel. She also highlights the importance of onboarding rigor, cultural alignment, and frequent evaluations to catch misalignments early. Through constant, value-driven contact across all stages of the customer journey, brands can improve customer engagement, especially when the product experience is deeply emotional or tied to milestone events. In this episode of the Minds of Ecommerce, Raphael Paulin-Daigle interviews Liza Roeser, Founder and CEO of FiftyFlowers, about building high-performing teams while scaling. Liza shares how she uses EOS to evaluate team alignment, why founder-led marketing builds deeper trust, and how expectation management creates lifelong customer advocates.

It’s a Mesirow Monday! Every week, a specialist from Mesirow Wealth Management joins Jon Hansen to discuss a different topic related to finances. This week, Managing Director and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, Dr. Gregg Lunceford, joins Jon to discuss joining the Peace Corps in retirement and its benefits. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

In this episode, I speak with Kellen Parrish of Ocean Cowboy Outfitters. Kellen and I discuss his time spent in the Peace Corps and his experiences diving up in the cold dark waters of the Northern Pacific where hiking to your spot is a way of life. This led him to develop a spearfishing specific backpack for long hikes into dive spots . Check out more from Kellen @kellenlp and his spearfishing backpack at @oceancowboyoutfitters . . Announcements WANT TO LEARN MORE? 100% Online Spearfishing Course www.spearfactor.com Or at  www.spearfishingmentor.com This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this first guest episode of Hōmish, Anna sits down with her childhood friend Nicole Bryan to talk about what it means to make home in unexpected places, and what it means to come back.Nicole's journey has taken her, quite literally, around the world. From small-town Tennessee to the Peace Corps in Madagascar, a cross-cultural relationship, a season in South Korea, and back again, her story is shaped by the complexities of culture, identity, and belonging. This episode is about becoming someone you're proud to come home to. About the quiet courage it takes to hold life with open hands. About loving deeply, letting go, and trusting that even impermanence can be sacred.If you want to connect with Nicole, she's is also in the middle of a no-buy year where she's documenting her journey toward intentional style, ethical fashion, and mindful consumption. And yes, it is *very* cool. You can follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @foreverabaobab

From scaling Kilimanjaro to reshaping communities through Peace Corps missions, Paul Burnore has lived a life of purposeful motion. In this interview, we unpack the stories behind his memoir No Flight Plan, a globe-trotting, heart-expanding collection of life lessons and poetry forged from over 70 countries' worth of experience. We explore his shift from IBM exec to international humanitarian, dive into the philosophies guiding his daring decisions, and reflect on how introspection turned into poetry. Tune in as Paul reminds us that taking chances is often the surest route to self-discovery.

Morten Bøås (PhD) is a Research Professor at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs. He works on violent conflict, insurgencies, and fragile states in Africa and the Middle East. From 2020 to 2023 Bøås was the Principal Investigator of the EU Horizon 2020 funded Project PREVEX – Preventing violent extremism in the Balkans and the MENA: Strengthening resilience in enabling environments. His latest book is “Resisting Radicalization: Exploring the Non-Occurrence of Violent Extremism.” Out of 9-11 attacks, one major conclusion is it was a Black Swan Operation which means it could happen, but intelligence services missed the signals. Grievances or underlying causes may push someone into a violent life due to lack of education, food insecurity, or poverty.  Soft Power programs, such as Peace Corps, UN assistance and USAID may provide a better life for people who are susceptible.  USAID is rated as an extremely efficient and effective self-help program. 

What is theological education like at the new Lutheran seminary in Tanzania? Rev. Bryan and Deaconess Keah Payne, serving the Lord in Tanzania, join Andy and Sarah to talk about their journey to serving as missionaries in Tanzania, the community where they live, how both of them are involved in theological education at the new Lutheran seminary there, how their service in the Peace Corps prepared them for service on the mission field, and family life in Tanzania. Learn more about the Paynes and how to support their work at lcms.org/payne and facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094281640024. Reach out to Rev. Payne at bryan.payne@lcms.org. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Feeling stuck planning projects across subjects? It's more common than you think. Without the right structures, interdisciplinary projects often feel messy, disconnected, and overwhelming — for both teachers and students. But what if a few small shifts could lead to more engaged students, stronger collaboration across subjects, and less stress for you? In this episode, I sat down with Ryan Murfield, Coordinator of the Interdisciplinary PRAXIS Program at the International School of Kuala Lumpur, to unpack three simple shifts that make interdisciplinary planning work: Focus planning around real-world problems that drive deeper engagement Build milestone checkpoints that keep interdisciplinary teams aligned Design assessments that capture real learning across subjects—without adding more work If you're ready to plan across subjects with more clarity, connection, and confidence, this conversation is for you. Connect with Ryan: Learn more about the PRAXIS Program: Get the 12 shifts book for student-centered environments: www.transformschool.com/whereistheteacher  Free Interdisciplinary Project Planner Ryan's Bio: Initially from South Dakota, Ryan Murfield  is the coordinator of the 9th grade interdisciplinary program called (PRAXIS) at the International School of Kuala Lumpur.  Prior he taught in the USA and then in Seoul, South Korea. The favourite part of his role is seeing the amazing work students are able to do when given the opportunity to grapple with complex, real-world, authentic problems. He was also a Peace Corps volunteer in Ukraine where he to speak Ukrainian and lived in a small town, teaching English at a local school. He helped organize events promoting leadership and for young people in the region, and also met his wife, Courtney, another Peace Corps volunteer.   

In episode 50, Tamara Kocharova welcomes Phil Rhodes, the award-winning Chief Learning Officer at Phillips 66, a Fortune 20 company renowned for its multi-billion-dollar transformations.Join us for a deep dive into culture, leadership, and the future of learning as Phil shares his extraordinary journey—from serving in the Peace Corps in Lesotho to coaching leaders through some of the most significant cultural shifts in corporate history. Discover how he balances people-first strategies with high-stakes operational demands and why democratizing learning is key to organizational success.Together we will speak about the power of storytelling in driving cultural change, building trust and accountability in teams, AI and coaching: How technology enhances (but doesn't replace) human connection, leadership development that delivers 95% retention rates, humility and ambition.Bonus: Learn about Phil's unexpected passion—rescuing plants and fostering growth both at work and in his garden! This episode is packed with actionable insights on creating inclusive, high-performance cultures. Tune in! Follow Tamara Kocharova, the podcast host and CEO at Lanes AI, on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tkocharova Book a meeting to learn more about Lanes AI: lanes.ai/demo?utm_campaign=podcast-50-episode Listen all Episodes of LPTP podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lptl-love-people-technology-learning/id1736176315 Follow Tamara Kocharova, the podcast host and CEO at Lanes AI on LinkedIn to stay tuned for future episodes: linkedin.com/in/tkocharovaBook a meeting to learn more about Lanes AI: lanes.ai/demo

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comEvan is an attorney and gay rights pioneer. He founded and led Freedom to Marry — the campaign to win marriage until victory at the Supreme Court in 2015, after which he then wound down the organization. During those days he wrote the book Why Marriage Matters: America, Equality, and Gay People's Right to Marry. Today he “advises and assists diverse organizations, movements, and countries in adapting the lessons on how to win to other important causes.” We became friends in the 90s as we jointly campaigned for what was then a highly unpopular idea.For two clips of our convo — on the early, fierce resistance to gay marriage by gay activists, and the “tectonic” breakthrough in Hawaii — pop over to our YouTube page.Other topics: raised in Pittsburgh by a pediatrician and a social worker; being a natural leader in high school; his awakening as a gay kid; the huge influence of John Boswell on both of us; working at Lambda Legal; Peace Corps in West Africa; a prosecutor in Brooklyn; the AIDS crisis; coalition building; engaging hostile critics; Peter Tatchell; lesbian support over kids; the ACLU's Dan Foley; Judge Chang in Hawaii; Clinton and DOMA; Bush and the Federal Marriage Amendment; the federalist approach and Barney Frank; Prop 8; the LDS self-correcting on gays; the huge swing in public support; Obama not endorsing marriage in 2008; Obergefell and Kennedy's dignitas; Trump removing the GOP's anti-marriage plank; Bostock; dissent demonized within the gay community; the Respect for Marriage Act; and Evan and me debating the transqueer backlash.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Claire Lehmann on the success of Quillette, Francis Collins on faith and science and Covid, Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee on Covid's political fallout, Sam Tanenhaus on Bill Buckley, Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson on the Biden years, and Paul Elie on his book The Last Supper: Art, Faith, Sex, and Controversy in the 1980s. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Ben B. studied International Relations in college. He wanted to get some real world experience in this topic, so joined the Peace Corps as a volunteer. He spent all of his time in a small town in Ethiopia helping out the local community. When he was there he was doing Linchpin workouts & he would have to run 2 miles in order to do pull-ups from a tree. This is his story.

This week we get the opportunity to speak with Daniel, a missionary who has served with the St. Francis Xavier Lay Missionary Society as well as the PeaceCorps.  He bring his unique perspective as an child of both American and Chinese parents, raised in the Catholic faith, who has had the opportunity to observe and serve the church in China and Taiwan.  Don't miss this incredible episode. To learn more about St. Francis Xavier Lay Missionary Society:https://www.laymissionary.org/Click here to learn more about supporting the Pontifical Missions Societies:https://pontificalmissions.orgFollow us on socials!https://x.com/tpms_usahttps://www.instagram.com/tpms_us/

In this episode, The Sun's Tracy Ross sits down with Jessica Moon, a multidisciplinary artist whose global adventures and multicultural heritage shape her vibrant installations. They explore how her Peace Corps experience in Mongolia inspired her to transform waste materials into poignant statements on consumerism, capitalism, and climate change, all while bringing a bright sense of hope to environmental advocacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Consul General of France meets with military and state officials in Hawaiʻi; Peace Corps braces for the possibility of cuts after DOGE visit

Share your thoughts about our conversation!What does facilitation have in common with quantum physics? What do organisations have to do with molecules? And why when you ask a question, are you playing around with someone's mind?All will be revealed this week with Jimmie White! A seven-times best-selling author, an indomitable facilitator that has trained The Peace Corps and supported NASA with somatic integration, and in a past life, a teacher of ballroom dancing.It's perhaps not surprising then, that Jimmie's facilitation is alive with somatic movement, storytelling - and even neuroscience. It's something Jimmie calls ‘Walking Your Story': a physical navigating of group narratives, helping us to rewrite our stories, explore multiple outcomes, and bond with others in the steps we take.Press play for an incredible, expansive conversation!Find out about:Jimmie's ‘Walking Your Story' method, and how it can foster deep reflection, transformation and connectionThe Observer Effect of Quantum Physics and what it means for facilitationHow physical movement can change our relationship with past storiesThe methods of somatic storytelling and socratic thinkingThe importance of fostering psychological safety in personal storytellingDon't miss the next episode: subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player.Links:Watch the video recording of this episode on YouTube.Connect to Jimmie White:LinkedInWebsite"Designing & Leading Life-Changing Workshops: Creating the Conditions for Transformation in Your Groups, Trainings, and Retreats" by Ken Nelson, Lesli Lang, David Ronka, Korabek-Emerson and Jim WhiteSupport the show✨✨✨Subscribe to our newsletter to receive a free 1-page summary of each upcoming episode directly to your inbox, or explore our eBooks featuring 50-episode compilations for even more facilitation insights. Find out more:https://workshops.work/podcast✨✨✨Did you know? You can search all episodes by keyword to find exactly what you need via our Buzzsprout page!

Episode #113 - In this episode of the Awakened Heart Podcast, I sit down with Monica Mangelson, a life-purpose coach, digital nomad, and adventure seeker who turned societal expectations on their head to create a life of freedom and fulfillment. Raised in an orthodox home where marriage and motherhood were the expected path, Monica knew deep down there had to be more. After a canceled Peace Corps opportunity left her feeling stuck, she and her husband took control of their destiny—building an online business that allows them to travel the world. Now, as a certified life-purpose coach with a deep understanding of neuroscience, Monica helps others step into their power and design lives they truly love. Join us as we explore the neuroscience behind personal transformation, overcoming fear, and breaking free from limiting beliefs.TakeawaysThings always work out the way they're supposed to.We can live and work anywhere.I felt a lot of pressure from that side.Everything that I've been through was for this moment.I would have probably been in corporate America today.We have to just be so radically honest with each other.You didn't start this so you can work 24 seven.Our brains are wired for efficiency.A lot of people are afraid of making success.You can design your life.Sound Bites"We can live and work anywhere.""Our brains are wired for efficiency.""You can design your life."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background Mishap02:39 The Journey to Becoming Digital Nomads05:43 Breaking Free from Traditional Expectations08:22 The Impact of the Pandemic on Their Plans11:10 Finding New Paths and Opportunities14:06 Building a Business as a Couple16:53 Mindset Shifts and Lifestyle Changes19:38 Neuroscience of Change and Overcoming Blocks28:29 Fear of Success: The Hidden Barrier30:44 The Transformative Power of Belief34:11 Redefining Freedom and Life Purpose36:24 Creating a Freedom-Based Lifestyle42:08 Unexpected Lessons from Travel45:55 Embracing Uncertainty and Future PossibilitiesConnect with Monica:WebsitePodcastFacebookFacebook GroupLet's Connect!WebsiteInstagram FacebookYoutubeRumble⁠Tik Tok⁠digital nomad, neuroscience, life coaching, personal growth, mindset, freedom lifestyle, couple goals, entrepreneurship, overcoming fear, community support

Free class on The Great Discover is at www.SallyGimon.comCalander:  https://www.thetrustisyou.com/scheduling https://www.facebook.com/TheTrustisyou/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallygimon/ https://www.instagram.com/sallygimon/ https://twitter.com/GimonSally https://www.tiktok.com/@spendthrifttrust https://www.youtube.com/@sallygimon?sub_confirmation=1 www.TheTrustIsYou.comSummaryIn this engaging conversation, host Sam Knickerbocker interviews Sally Gimmon, who shares her vibrant life story, from her early entrepreneurial spirit as a child to her diverse career experiences, including her time in the Peace Corps.Sally discusses her transition into real estate and tax lien investing, providing insights into the ethical considerations of her work. The conversation highlights the importance of financial education and the impact of cultural exposure on personal growth.In this conversation, Sam Knickerbocker and Sally Gimon delve into the complexities of real estate investing, family dynamics, and the challenges of taxation. They explore personal anecdotes, the impact of financial decisions on family relationships, and the intricacies of navigating tax liens and trusts.Sally shares her journey into real estate, highlighting significant profits and the lessons learned from overcoming financial hurdles. The discussion also touches on the skepticism surrounding tax strategies and the importance of understanding legal frameworks in wealth building. In this conversation, Sally Gimon and Sam Knickerbocker delve into the intricacies of grantor and non-grantor trusts, discussing their importance in estate planning and privacy.They explore the ongoing maintenance and costs associated with trusts, as well as resources available for individuals looking to educate themselves on trust planning. Real-life success stories highlight the financial benefits of utilizing trusts, emphasizing the significance of legacy beyond mere wealth. The discussion concludes with final thoughts on taking action towards financial education and planning for the future.TakeawaysSally's vibrant personality and energy are infectious.The importance of financial education is often overlooked.Early entrepreneurial experiences shape future career paths.Traveling can significantly broaden one's perspective.The Peace Corps experience can be life-changing and educational.Understanding tax liens is crucial for real estate investing.Ethics in investing can be complex and subjective.Networking and relationships are key in real estate.Sally's journey reflects resilience and adaptability.Investing in tax liens can be profitable but requires careful consideration. Sally's mother had strong opinions about her real estate work.Navigating family dynamics can complicate financial decisions.Tax liens can be profitable but raise ethical questions.Real estate investing requires understanding local laws and processes.Sally's journey into real estate began with a mentor.Financial challenges can lead to unexpected opportunities.Trusts can provide significant tax benefits if structured correctly.Many people are unaware of their financial responsibilities after a family member's death.Skepticism about tax strategies is common among professionals.Understanding the history of tax laws can empower investors. Grantor Trust means the person setting up the trust has control.Non-grantor trusts provide privacy and prevent beneficiaries from being grantors.Ongoing maintenance of trusts includes tax filings and potential fees for changes.Trusts can save significant amounts in taxes, as shown in real-life examples.Education on trusts is crucial for effective estate planning.Legacy planning involves more than just financial assets; it includes values and behaviors.Trusts can help control how wealth is passed down through generations.Real estate investors can benefit greatly from utilizing trusts for tax savings.Sally offers resources like presentations and articles for those interested in trusts.Taking action towards financial education can lead to significant life changes.

Have you ever felt stuck between two good choices?   Through my personal story of leaving a life I loved to join the Peace Corps, I illustrate how choosing between two good things - while challenging - can lead to profound growth and fulfillment.   If you're struggling with a decision that feels impossible because both options have value, this episode is for you.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.mariemurphyphd.com/212

In this Brush Pass episode of Brush Pass, Le Carre Cast and Barbican Station podcast host Jeff Quest, gives us the lowdown on two spy-related theatrical productions: 'Operation Mincemeat' and 'Dakar 2000'. Operation Mincemeat on Broadway John Golden Theatre   252 W. 45th St., New York, NY The stunning true story of a scheme every bit as dicey, daring, and ridiculous as opening a new musical on Broadway! The best-reviewed show in West End history is now on Broadway! 74 ★★★★★ Reviews and Counting! (which, according to our calculations, adds up to 370 stars) SYNOPSIS: It's 1943, and the Allied Forces are on the ropes. Luckily, they've got a trick up their sleeve. Well, not up their sleeve, per se, but rather inside the pocket of a stolen corpse. Equal parts farce, thriller, and Ian Fleming-style spy caper (with an assist from Mr. Fleming himself), Operation Mincemeat tells the wildly improbable and hilarious true story of the covert operation that turned the tide of WWII. SCHEDULE: March 25–30: Tuesday @7pm, Wednesday @2pm and 7:30pm, Thursday @7pm, Friday @7:30pm, Saturday @2pm and 7:30pm, Sunday @2pm Running Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes with one intermission Dakar 2000 In Senegal on the eve of Y2K, an idealistic Peace Corps volunteer survives a mysterious car accident. An imposing State Department operative immediately takes command of the situation and his safety. Though they couldn't be more different, they form an unlikely relationship. But when it becomes clear that they both have secrets, the volunteer is roped into a darker side of public service – one he can't come back from. Unpredictable at every turn, this world-premiere thriller was commissioned by Manhattan Theatre Club. Written by Rajiv Joseph (Pulitzer Prize finalist for Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo; King James at MTC) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone and Poor Yella Rednecks at MTC).   Have you watched Operation Mincemeat and/or Dakar 2000? What did you think? Let us know in the Spybrary community.

Join host Peter Pappas and co-host J. Antoine Miner as they discuss pressing topics in politics and international affairs. From the dynamic conversation surrounding the recent "SmackDown" featuring Zelensky and Donald Trump to Pete Hegseth's contentious remarks on transgender military personnel, this episode promises an engaging discussion that pulls no punches. In an insightful segment, Peter Pappas interviews Jenny Haddle, a former aid worker with extensive experience in international humanitarian efforts. Jenny shares her valuable perspective on the effects of USAID and the challenges faced by communities around the world that depend on international aid for survival. Through her personal stories, from the Peace Corps to working with nonprofit organizations, she adds a human element to the often complex subject of foreign aid.Whether you're curious about the intricacies of global aid or the latest in national defense policy, this episode is filled with information and viewpoints that will spark your curiosity and keep you engaged. Get ready for an earnest, no-holds-barred discussion on the Carolina Cabinet!

Lawrence Grobel is the author of 32 books. Among his honors are a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship for his fiction; Special Achievement Awards from PEN for his Conversations with Capote, and Playboy for his interviews with Barbara Streisand, Dolly Parton, Marlon Brando and Al Pacino; and the Prix Litteraire from The Syndicat Francais de la Critique de Cinema for his Al Pacino: In Conversation with Lawrence Grobel. He has been a Contributing Editor for Playboy, Movieline, World (New Zealand), and Trendy (Poland). He served in the Peace Corps, teaching at the Ghana Institute of Journalism; created the M.F.A. IN Professional Writing for Antioch University; and taught in the English and Honors Departments at UCLA. He has served as a jury member at the annual Camerimage Film Festival in Poland and has appeared as himself in the documentary Salinger and Al Pacino's docudrama Wilde Salome. His works have been translated into fourteen languages.

At age 26, Andy Hilliard had a quarter-life crisis that changed the trajectory of his life. In an effort to find himself, Andy joined the Peace Corps in 1988. On assignment in Costa Rica, he fell in love with the culture—and the woman who became his wife. The experience led Andy to dedicate himself to enriching businesses and individuals through valuable cultural exchange.  As CEO of Accelerance, Andy helps companies find the talent they need to scale high performing, globally distributed software engineering and product development teams.  Andy and Accelerance travel the world, assessing and certifying development partners with a proprietary matching system, so clients can connect with confidence to the top 1% of outsourcing partners worldwide. The Accelerance team also helps clients optimize their outsourcing partner relationships through mutual understanding, communication, and effective management.  Previously, Andy founded the groundbreaking nearshore software development services company, Isthmus Costa Rica. He began his global software services career as a Division Manager at Cognizant Technology Solutions during its formative years.  Currently living in Kenwood, California, Andy has visited more than 60 countries. He holds an MBA in International Business, Finance, and Marketing from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern. 

On the women who've designated themselves as voices for the Earth and prioritizing joy amidst the truths of our times.  (0:00) - Introduction to Mallory McDuff and the Podcast (1:52) - Hannah Herman's Connection to Mallory McDuff (4:49) - The Power of Climate Storytelling (6:20) - Colette Pichon Battle's Story (12:03) - Ayanna Elizabeth Johnson's Focus on Ocean Justice (24:50) - Mari Copeny's Activism in Flint, Michigan (36:11) - Kendra Pinto's Fight Against Fracking in New Mexico (44:55) - Conclusion and Call to Action Mallory McDuff discovered the field of Environmental Education as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Central African Republic, where she saw the critical importance of integrating local communities in conservation. She's the author of four books examining the intersection of spirituality and the climate crisis: Natural Saints (OUP, 2010), Sacred Acts (New Society Press, 2012), Our Last Best Act: Planning for the End of Our Lives to Protect the People and Places We Love (Broadleaf Books, 2021), and Love Your Mother: 50 States, 50 Stories, and 50 Women United for Climate Justice (Broadleaf Books, 2023).     She also co-authored a book for practitioners Conservation Education and Outreach Techniques (OUP, 2015) and written more than 50 essays for the New York Times, Washington Post, WIRED, Newsweek, and more.    In this episode, we discuss Love Your Mother.   Much of her writing draws on her life at Warren Wilson College, where she lives with her two daughters. In her classes, students collaborate with diverse community partners—from youth to senior citizens—to teach and learn together using the forests, farms, and fields of the campus.

  On this episode of Unsupervised Learning, friend of the podcast, Charles Murray returns to chat with Razib again. Murray has been a public intellectual and scholar since the 1970's. He is the author of Losing Ground, The Bell Curve, Human Accomplishment, Real Education, Coming Apart and What it means to be a libertarian and Human Diversity, among others. Born in 1943 in Newton, Iowa, Murray has a BA from Harvard, an MA and PhD from MIT, and did a 1960's stint in the Peace Corps in Thailand. He has held positions at the American Institutions for Research, the Manhattan Institute and the American Enterprise Institute. More than four years after their last conversation, and seven years after his official retirement, Murray reflects with Razib on where he sees America going in the next decade, and what has surprised him about the last 25 years. Razib asks what it is like to be a long-standing “Never Trump conservative” and a libertarian in Trump's populist America. They also discuss the end of the “awokening” that began in the mid-2010s, and whether Murray's long exile from notice and acknowledgement from mainstream opinion-leaders and tastemakers is at an end. Murray also addresses the ideological fractures he sees on the right, and how America will deal with the last generation of mass immigration that has altered the US' demographic balance. They also discuss how taboo it still is to talk about group differences in cognitive performance, and whether America will be able to face the reality of demographics and the social consequences thereof in the 21st century.