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The Kansas Department of Health and Environment's new Health and Environment Laboratories improve the state's ability to respond to disease outbreaks and health threats; Get to know Catherine Murphy; the impact of the Public Health AmeriCorps program at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services; the Pennsylvania Department of Health celebrates 120 years; and the Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation of the Northern Mariana Islands has been awarded a 2025 Network of Practice Grant from the Bloomberg American Health Initiative.   New Kansas Health & Environment Laboratories AmeriCorps in Action: Strengthening Public Health in Iowa PA Department of Health Celebrates 120 Years of Service The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation of the Northern Mariana Islands awarded a 2025 Network of Practice Grant

I've known my guest Wes Robinson for more than a decade, beginning when we started at our new jobs together at PennLive/The Patriot News.When it comes to friends, I tend to seek out fun, critical thinkers. Someone that can challenge me and make me laugh. Someone who will get right to the line and roundly cross it. Someone who has a strong moral character and a diabolical sense of humor.After I left journalism, I worked to bring Wes with me to the Pennsylvania Senate. He joined me at the Capitol for several years. We'd see each other at press conferences, events and at our semi-regular “journalism survivors guild” lunch. Then in 2021, Wes took an amazing opportunity to become the press secretary for the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. During that same time, I decided to run a mile in all then 121 Pennsylvania State Parks. So, as I was discovering the outdoors, Wes was doing much of the same thing professionally. Wes was one of only three people to joined me on my 121 In 21 Challenge.  On a sweltering day in July, Wes ran one mile at seven state parks with me. It was yet another example of him being a great supporter and going the extra mile – so to speak – for a friend. As I was developing this podcast in 2022, I knew its success depended on whether I could get guests. From the very beginning, Wes worked hard to make sure I was able to find guests that would highlight our amazing outdoor spaces. Wes is the sort of person that loves seeing his friends succeed. And he'll do as much as he can to introduce you to the right people, send the email to the right organization or bring you along to a networking event. Not to curry favors. Not to make himself look good. But to make you look good. This podcast would not exist without Wes. His generosity, hard work and legitimacy in the outdoor space is the only reason I can make Hemlocks to Hellbenders. So, what is this episode about? How awesome Wes is? A little. What work is going on at DCNR? Absolutely.But it's also about two friends whose journey of falling in love with the outdoors is connected. It's about what can be done with the right people at the right time. And it's about what we can all do to support each other and our wonderful public lands.On this episode, I speak with Wes Robinson. Wes is the press secretary for the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and my very good friend. Be sure to support our 2025 sponsors:Keystone Trails AssociationPurple Lizard MapsPennsylvania Parks and Forests FoundationSisters' SunflowersSupport the showVisit our website to learn more about the podcast, to purchase merch and to find out about our incredible sponsors. Follow us on Instagram and Meta to stay connected. Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Matt Davis

The Pennsylvania House is broadening and advancing a consumer data privacy bill. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie reports it would allow Pennsylvanians to ask companies to not collect certain data and have them delete other data already on-hand. A Johnstown-based mining company has gotten the go-ahead to expand an underground coal mine in Westmoreland County. LCT Energy operates the 2800-acre Rustic Ridge “Number One” coal mine in Donegal, just south of the Pennsylvania Turnpike exit there. The company recently got approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to expand the mine northward, underneath the Turnpike. Reid Frazier, from our friends at the Allegheny Front, reports opponents of the project worry about the potential for environmental damage. Dauphin County officials admit a 911 dispatcher did not appropriately escalate a call in accordance with county policy, early Sunday morning, April 13th, an hour after an arson attack on the Governor's Residence. Campgrounds, boat ramps, welcome centers and other recreational facilities run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in six states are being closed or seeing hours reduced due to funding cuts by the Trump administration. The cuts include Blue Marsh Lake located near Reading, in Berks County. Mike Sullivan’s nearly decade-long tenure running the Pittsburgh Penguins is over. The team announced Monday that it was parting ways with the two-time Stanley Cup winning coach just over a week after the Penguins missed out on the playoffs for a third straight season. And the Hershey Bears open their Calder Cup playoff run this week. Game one is Wednesday night in Hershey, versus the Lehigh Valley Phantoms in an Atlantic Division best-of-five semifinal series. Hershey is seeking its 14th AHL championship overall. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this inspiring episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, Peter Boyd sits down with Brian Petula a lawyer, entrepreneur, EMT, and Pennsylvania Department of Corrections officer, who shares his powerful journey from rural roots to a purpose-driven life of service. A former student of the Connected Leadership course, Brian reflects on how the course shaped … Read More Read More

Sign up for our newsletter! President Trump gives coal power plants an extension on complying with new mercury pollution standards. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is looking to roll back many other climate and environmental regulations faster than the normal process of appealing these rules allows. Invasive plant species like thorny multiflora rose are damaging Pennsylvania forests. A Pittsburgh natural history museum is taking a closer look at the problem. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has begun its annual Black Fly Suppression Program. Camping reservations are up at Pennsylvania's state parks and forests. We're independent and non-profit, and we don't get money from WESA, WPSU or any other radio station. So we must turn to you, our listeners, for support. Take action today so we can continue to keep you informed.  Donate today.  Or send us a check to: The Allegheny Front, 67 Bedford Square, Pittsburgh, 15203.  And thanks! 

A Harrisburg man has been arraigned on six felony charges for allegedly setting fire to the state governor’s residence. Some state lawmakers worry the timing of the arson – during Passover – is not coincidental. Pennsylvania officials worry that President Trump’s tariff policies are making global trade more expensive, threatening local businesses and jobs, and hurting affordability. The Pennsylvania Department of Health has confirmed that a patient who tested positive for measles visited Lancaster County's WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. Students at Lebanon Valley College recently got the experience of recording and producing an album.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Spring in Pennsylvania, the outdoors becomes the place for a hands-on event made specially for women: Women in the Wild. The event is hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Natural Resources (DCNR) and invites women of all experience levels to explore new skills, boost their confidence in nature, and foster community with others who love the outdoors. Mindy Wilt, an Environmental Education Specialist with DCNR, joined The Spark’s Asia Tabb to share more about the event's origins, its purpose, and why it’s growing in popularity.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penn State’s faculty senate is alarmed about the possibility of federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents taking action on the university’s campuses. A look at the impacts of the Trump administration's sudden cut of billions of dollars worth of grants to state and local health departments nationwide. The Philadelphia Eagles will wear their Kelly green jerseys more often next season. Three Elizabethtown Area School District parents are suing the district for allegedly violating state open meetings laws. A lawsuit filed by a Muslim prisoner has prompted the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections to improve religious meal accommodations. A Dauphin County Commissioner has been stripped of his responsibilities overseeing county departments.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Dr. Stephanie is joined by Dan to talk with Dr. Naseef about the impact of passive or engaged fathers on children, especially their autistic children. Dr. Naseef discusses the psyche of a man and how to engage fathers for a positive impact on their marriage, family system, and the autistic child.About our Guest:Robert Naseef, Ph.D., has a distinct voice as a psychologist and father of an autistic adult son. He has spoken nationwide and trained professionals internationally in treating autism and other developmental disorders and supporting families. He has a special interest in the psychology of men and fatherhood.Along with Stephen Shore, Ed.D., Dr. Naseef served as a lead consultant to the Arc of Philadelphia and SAP's “Autism at Work” program, which involved collaboration with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation to develop the curriculum, “Preparing Neurodiverse Youth for the Workplace.”Dr. Naseef's 2013 book, Autism in the Family: Caring and Coping Together (Brookes Publishing), integrates advances in research and treatment with clinical experience to help families navigate the emotional landscape and the practical roadmap through the lifespan. Special Children, Challenged Parents: The Struggles and Rewards of Parenting a Child with a Disability (1996), his first book, received international recognition. He has appeared on radio and television. He is the co-editor with Cindy N. Ariel of Voices from the Spectrum: Parents, Grandparents, Siblings, People with Autism, and Professionals Share Their Wisdom (2006).In 2008, Robert Naseef was honored by Variety, the Children's Charity, for his outstanding contributions to the autism community. On World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2017, Dr. Naseef gave a TEDx talk entitled “How autism teaches us about being human,” which you can see on YouTube. Dr. Naseef is also a member of the Panel of Professional Advisors of the Autism Society of America. He also serves on the Leadership Council of the AJ Drexel Autism Institute.

Join us this month with guest Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims as we discuss how to cultivate a culture of belonging in your classroom. Using the elements of PBIS, Dr. Hollins-Sims helps us break down how students thrive at school when they feel they belong. For starters, the ABCs of student wellbeing, Agency, Belonging and Connectedness, have a tremendous influence on whether students feel like they are part of your school. When educators focus on cultivating each of these components in their classroom climate through greetings, exercises and class culture, students thrive. We also visit how your own SWIS data results can tell a story of class belonging.Nikole Y. Hollins-Sims, Ed.D., is an internationally recognized speaker, author and facilitator. She currently serves as a research associate for Educational and Community Supports (ECS) as a research unit within the University of Oregon's College of Education. Nikole has formerly served as a technical assistance coordinator for the Midwest PBIS Network and is a former Special Assistant to the Secretary of Education at the Pennsylvania Department of Education.For more information about the resources shared in this episode, check out the following links:Expert Instruction Ep. 21: Benefits & Examples of Creating a Schoolwide Purpose Statement with Dr. Nikole Hollins-SimsSchool Climate SurveyFeedback & Input SurveyTiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI)Teach by Design “Proven Ways to Make Schoolwide Feedback Work”

Sign up for our newsletter! The future of nuclear energy might be microreactors. With new air monitors, an environmental group is publishing real-time pollution data for people who live near the ethane cracker and other industries in Beaver County. How bird flu and the price of eggs are influencing Pennsylvania consumers. And, the new head of the EPA announced sweeping plans to roll back 31 separate environmental protections. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and a crypto mining company have agreed to speed the cleanup of the company's unpermitted coal ash dumping. We're independent and non-profit, and we don't get money from WESA, WPSU or any other radio station. So we must turn to you, our listeners, for support. Take action today so we can continue to keep you informed.  Donate today.  Or send us a check to: The Allegheny Front, 67 Bedford Square, Pittsburgh, 15203.  And thanks! 

Some state lawmakers are again pushing for open primaries. The new head of the EPA announced plans to rollback 31 separate environmental protections. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and a crypto mining company have agreed to accelerate cleanup of the company’s unpermitted coal ash dump in northwestern Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Board of Education unanimously rejected an application from a Christian organization seeking to become an official accreditation agency for private schools in the commonwealth. A redesign of a dangerous street in Harrisburg has been put on an indefinite pause, even though the city already paid nearly $163,000 for the work. A New York company specializing in intercity bus routes said it will begin operating a Reading to Philadelphia route on March 18. Pennsylvania costs, uninsured population could rise if federal government cuts Medicaid funding.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Dr. Stephanie is joined by her husband Dan (Just the Guys Host) to discuss the difference involved and engaged dads make on their family system but most importantly the outcome for their autistic child. Dr. Naseef is a speaker at the 2025 Converge Autism Summit.Robert Naseef, Ph.D. has a distinct voice as a psychologist and father of an adult son with autism. He has spoken around the country and trained professionals internationally in treating autism and other developmental disorders and supporting families. He has a special interest in the psychology of men and fatherhood.Along with Stephen Shore, Ed.D., Dr. Naseef served as a lead consultant to the Arc of Philadelphia and SAP's “Autism at Work” program which involved collaboration with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation to develop the curriculum, “Preparing Neurodiverse Youth for the Workplace.”Dr. Naseef's 2013 book, Autism in the Family: Caring and Coping Together (Brookes Publishing) integrates advances in research and treatment with clinical experience to help families navigate the emotional landscape and the practical roadmap through the lifespan. Special Children, Challenged Parents: The Struggles and Rewards of Parenting a Child with a Disability (1996), his first book, received international recognition. He has appeared on radio and television. He is the co-editor with Cindy N. Ariel of Voices from the Spectrum: Parents, Grandparents, Siblings, People with Autism, and Professionals Share Their Wisdom (2006).In 2008, Robert Naseef was honored by Variety, the Children's Charity for his outstanding contributions to the autism community. On World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2017, Dr. Naseef gave a TEDx talk entitled “How autism teaches us about being human” which you can see on YouTube. Dr. Naseef is also a member of the Panel of Professional Advisors of the Autism Society of America. He also serves on the Leadership Council of the AJ Drexel Autism Institute.

From Superfund remediation sites near neighborhoods to wartime combat zones, toxicology is everywhere, which is why many states employ toxicologists on their public health teams. Co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD, speak with Julie Miller, PhD, Public Health Toxicologist for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, about the impacts of stress and environmental exposures on public health.About the GuestJulie Miller, PhD, Public Health Toxicologist, Pennsylvania Department of Public Health, is a board-certified toxicologist with primary training and expertise in analytical chemistry, in vitro and alternative methods, toxicology study design, data analysis and interpretation, and mixtures toxicology. Dr. Miller has significant experience supporting regulatory submissions of consumer products for toxicological, analytical chemistry, and human health risk assessment and has demonstrated expertise in review and derivation of occupational exposure limits (OELs) and permissible exposure limits (PELs) for various industries, exposure assessment for consumer products, and analytical method development and analysis for quantification of tire particles in environmental matrices. Dr. Miller has also managed occupational health and safety projects related to employee stress, sleep deprivation, and traumatic injury in the workplace. Dr. Miller received her PhD from the Department of Chemistry at West Virginia University, where her dissertation utilized early cellular changes to explore biological responses to individual chemical and mixture exposures. Dr. Miller received postdoctoral training at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (CDC/NIOSH), where she evaluated neurobiochemical alterations in vivo after exposure to a mixture of stress and occupational and/or environmental chemical insult to further elucidate the role stress plays in physiological response to external stimuli. Dr. Miller has over 50 published manuscripts, abstracts, and book chapters related to in vitro and in vivo toxicology. Send SOT thoughts on the episodes, ideas for future topics, and more.

Kenya Brumfield-Young, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Criminologyin the School of Social Work at Saint Louis University joins Megan Lynch to answer the question, 'why are people trying to cash in on the death of a health insurance exec?' (Photo by Pennsylvania Department of Corrections via Getty Images)

Ghost gun believed to be used in killing of United Healthcare CEO. Suspect Luigi Mangione is facing a Second Degree Murder charge in New York in connection with the death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson according to an online court docket. Mangione was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania and remains in the custody of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections pending his extradition to New York. Police recovered a 9mm handgun and silencer that appears to have parts manufactured using a 3D printer and is classified as a ghost gun by authorities. Utah Gun Right Advocate and Chairman of the Utah Shooting Sports Council, Clark Aposhian, explains to Dave and Debbie what a ghost gun is and the dangers associated with them.

SummaryIn this episode, Clayton Cuteri delves into the alarming issue of lead in drinking water, sparked by a personal notification from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. He explores the implications of government accountability, the historical context of the Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, and the financial mismanagement surrounding public health initiatives. Cuteri emphasizes the importance of individual empowerment and civic responsibility in driving change and holding authorities accountable for their actions.Clayton's Social MediaTikTok | Instagram | Twitter (X) | YouTube Timecodes:00:00 - Intro01:01 - Lead in Drinking Water: A Personal Revelation06:06 - Government Accountability and Public Health10:19 - The Bureau of Safe Drinking Water: A Historical Perspective15:11 - Financial Mismanagement and Public Trust18:25 - Empowering Change: The Role of the IndividualIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don KinIG: https://www.instagram.com/donkinmusic/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44QKqKsd81oJEBKffwdFfPSuper grateful for this guy ^Send Clayton a text message!Support the showMaster Link: HEREFREE 999 Meditation Challenge: Sign Up Here

Explore One Year Bibles by clicking here. Renew your commitment to daily Scripture reading, and begin your exciting adventure!Top headlines for Thursday, November 21, 2024In this episode, we explore a new report highlighting the influential role Christian voters played in the presidential election outcome. Join us as we discuss Elon Musk's call for global attention on societal challenges related to declining birth rates, urging a shift in perspective on pregnancy. We'll also analyze Senator Chuck Schumer's meeting with Democratic candidates, examining how transgender issues contributed to recent electoral losses. Lastly, we'll touch on the Pennsylvania Department of Education's decision to abandon controversial professional development guidelines. Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercast⠀Follow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTube⠀Get the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for Android⠀Subscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!⠀Links to the NewsMost Christians backed Trump, tilting 2024 race: report | PoliticsElon Musk reacts to low birth rates: Teach fear of childlessness | U.S.Trans issues hurt Democrats in election, candidates say | PoliticsPennsylvania to rescind 'woke' teacher development standards | Education'Catholics for Harris' co-founder: Dems must fix 'God problem' | PoliticsTexas school board gives preliminary OK to Bible-based curriculum | EducationTony Campolo, bestselling author and evangelist, dies at 89 | Church & Ministries

In September of 2022 before leaving office, then Gov. Tom Wolf announced the creation of three new state parks. Susquehanna Riverlands in York County, Big Elk Creek in Chester County and Vosburg Neck in Wyoming County. While these new state parks were quickly opened following the announcement, they have not taken their final form. Before they can be completed – or really before they even start – these parks must go through a rigorous master planning process with numerous phases. There's the planning phase, the design phase, the engineering phase and the construction phase. But in between those phases and additional processes, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources must seek public input, hold public forums and receive feedback from various stakeholders. The opening of the state parks to the public was the easy part. But, now's the hard part. The amount of questions that must be answered and properly addressed can be stagging. Our season finale is meant to let listeners know when the various phases will be complete, what sort of activities and camping options will be available and what the future holds for our three newest parks. And for this large task I wanted to go straight to the source. On this episode, I speak with John Hallas. John is Director of Pennsylvania's Bureau of State Parks.  Be sure to support our 2024 sponsors:Keystone Trails AssociationPurple Lizard MapsPennsylvania Parks and Forests FoundationSupport the showVisit our website to listen to the podcast, download free outdoor kids' activities, learn more about our public lands and to purchase merch. Follow us on Instagram and Meta to stay connected. You can support the podcast by clicking “Support this show” in the podcast description to provide a monthly donation. Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Matt Davis

Asia Tabb speaks with Kelly Primus, The Deputy Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs about alcohol and the holidays — tips to stay sober and how to support your loved ones during the festivities. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Lewis is the Radon Program Manager at the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. He wrote a paper and presented on the History of Radon from 1470 to 1984 which I found to be an interesting way to approach the subject of Radon in our homes. Early in my career I combined home inspection with energy ratings and offered a radon measurement service. At the time I had to get an EPA radon certification and ever since I have been puzzled by how little builders think about radon and the installation of a simple passive radon mitigation system. As Robert says and alludes to in our conversation, “radon mitigation systems in new construction are a cost-effective insurance policy to protect against lung cancer since you have no idea of the potential of the problem until the house has been occupied. My conversation with Robert not only discusses history, but also what radon is, how it migrates into our homes, as well as mitigation systems. I don't think we can talk about high performance homes, without also including Radon in the conversation. Robert Lewis on LinkedIn Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Radon Division 2024 IRC Appendix BE Radon Control Methods EPA Radon resources AARST is now Indoor Environments Association™ EPA Indoor airPLUS program

Temperatures are unseasonably mild for November and along with that comes a lack of rainfall and drought watch for over 30 Pennsylvania counties. The dry conditions have also increased the risk of wildfire, with more than 100 reported statewide in the last several days. Mike Kern, Chief of Division of Forest Fire Protection at the Pennsylvania Department of Conversation and Natural Resources says the wildfires have not been following those dry areas. “So, the wildfires, not surprisingly, have been following those dry areas, the areas of drought especially. There's been a concentration in the southwest and also along the southern tier, but in the southeastern part of the state and then even up towards the Poconos.” As a result, the agencies have resulted in banning campfires in state parks and forests. Kern says the fires in Pennsylvania are being caused by people. “that's usually either burning at your home or using fire or some other manner campfires or wine. That's those are usually some of the biggest causes. There are some miscellaneous causes of fire, anything from power lines and high wind to equipment use and sparks and fireworks and a lot of that stuff. But burning by humans is a main cause of fires in Pennsylvania. So, we're just. Looking to stop campfires is a way to ensure that we don't have any, you know, anything that's abandoned or not put out. Right. And we're asking people not to not to burn until we get some significant rainfall at this point.”  Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded live at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2024, Dr. Jed Wolpaw, host of the ACCRAC podcast, interviews Dr. Valerie Arkoosh, anesthesiologist and secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Listen in as Dr. Wolpaw and the live audience ask Dr. Arkoosh about the intersection of anesthesiology and public service. Recorded October 2024.

As we move through the fall, it's time to prepare for election day on November 5, 2024. Join White Canes Connect contributor Simon Bonenfant, as he speaks with Carson Eckhard, Youth Director of Vote That Jawn. They discuss the importance of voting, resources for involving youth in the voting process, and introduce their community voting event happening on October 16th.  Vote That Jawn was created to amplify youth voices about issues that matter to them when they submit their ballot. Through community events, featured youth writings, and educational college classes, Vote That Jawn aims to excite youth about voting and issues that matter to them. Carson also announces Trend that Jawn, an event promoting the importance of voting. The event will occur on Wednesday October 16th, 2024, from 4:00 to 6:45 PM, at the Mayor's Reception room in City Hall.  From the Vote That Jawn Website: “Join us Wednesday, October 16 from 4 - 6:45 for Trend That Jawn at Philadelphia City Hall - 1400 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Enjoy food, music and swag as you connect with other young voters, city officials and local journalists as we make voting trendy!”  Visit their Website to learn how you can get involved, Register to Vote, read their youth led Blog, or sign up to Become a Member.  You can also follow them on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or TikTok.  The team at White Canes Connect encourages everyone to make a plan to vote on November 5th!  Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/113   Accessible Voting Episode 108 Diane Gordian from the Pennsylvania Department of State joins the podcast to discuss the importance of ensuring voting accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Key fact: EVERY polling place must have at least one accessible voting machine. Get the direct download at https://traffic.libsyn.com/whitecanesconnect/white_canes_connect_108_post.mp3 or listen on YouTube at https://youtu.be/y9RvhfATNOY?si=dX33jFC0ZYc2NOy5  2024 NFB of PA State Convention Registration is open for this year's State Convention in Erie from 11/7 to 11/10. Learn more at https://www.NFBofPA.org/2024/. Links are there to register as an attendee, exhibitor, and sponsor. Other links include meal option descriptions, Senior Possibilities Fair registration, and phone numbers to make your hotel reservations. An Easy Way to Help the NFB of PA Support the NFB of PA with every purchase at White Cane Coffee Company by going to https://www.whitecanecoffee.com/ref/nfbp. When you use that link to purchase from White Cane Coffee, the NFB of PA earns a 10% commission! Share the link with your family and friends! Listen to Erin and Bob Willman from White Cane Coffee on episode 072 of White Canes Connect. Donate to the NFB of PA If you want to donate to the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania, visit https://www.NFBofPA.org/give/. We Want to Hear Your Story Reach out with questions and comments, or share ideas! We want to hear from you. Call us at (267) 338-4495 or at whitecanesconnect@gmail.com. Follow White Canes Connect Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast    Facebook/LinkedIn       TwitterX/Threads    

Menstrual products are coming to some Pennsylvania schools thanks to Governor Shapiro's million-dollar program. Dr. Khalid Mumin Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Education says it's important to create conditions where students can learn without having barriers to the basic needs that may be acquired.  “First and foremost, the governor and the first lady advocated for this funding because they believe that all Pennsylvanians, especially our kids, deserve real opportunity and freedoms to be able to chart their course for success, “said Dr. Khalid Mumin. Pennsylvania Department of Health, Dr. Debra Bogen, says this is a win-win across the commonwealth, and she's glad to see this program move forward. “There's no bell that goes off that says I'm going to have my period today. So, it's really important that we have the flexibility in schools to respond to the needs of children when they when they need them. So, this is such a smart and easy, important, not easy, but it's an important program, right? We provide all kinds of things for our children to ensure they're ready for their school day. And this is just another important need that is met for children where, you know, you can't always have everything you need, always at your fingertips. And so, this is making sure the schools have those needs met, “said Dr. Bogen. Montgomery County Commissioner Jamila Winder says period poverty affects so many people. Now there are period products located in all county buildings within Montgomery County. “Like as I mentioned earlier, they're we believe, based on the 2022 census data, that there are over 13,000 females that are living below the poverty line and age 12 to 44 of menstruating age. And so, you know, the poverty challenges aren't just affecting our children. Right. And so, this is you know, people come to our county built buildings to do a lot of business, you know, vie for a marriage license. You might have to go to court for something, taking a walk in one of our parks or playing at one of the playgrounds. So it just really but the continuity of addressing period products, this is a great example from, you know, your schools to where people are doing business, you know, for every day, everyday life, “said Winder.          Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary Russell Redding made an official Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture trip to Montana this week to meet with founders of IND HEMP, one of the largest hemp fiber and seed processors in the U.S. On this week's podcast, Lancaster Farming catches up with Redding as he visits the hemp facility in Fort Benton, Montana. The show features a joint interview with Redding and IND HEMP founder Ken Elliott from the IND HEMP office. Redding said he originally planned to attend the Montana Hemp Summit, hosted by IND HEMP, in Great Falls later this month, but had a commitment in Pennsylvania he could not cancel. Wanting to see the oil seed and fiber processing facilities with his own two eyes to better understand what is needed back home in Pennsylvania, he scheduled a last-minute trip to Big Sky Country. The fact-finding trip is part of a larger commitment from his department to develop a robust hemp industry in Pennsylvania, where, so far, the industry has struggled to find capital to build out the processing infrastructure. Redding spent the day with IND HEMP founders Morgan Tweet and Ken and Julie Elliott who answered his questions and gave him a tour of both the oil-seed facility and the fiber-processing facility, housed in separate facilities on IND HEMP's campus in Fort Benton, a town along the Missouri River in north-central Montana with a population of around 1,400. IND HEMP has created just over 50 jobs since setting up the facility in 2019. Redding is returning home with a new perspective. “I think in Pennsylvania, having something that would look like what is happening here in Montana is exactly what everybody in the steering committee and the hemp engine is trying to do, but it's not the final answer,” Redding said. “What I've learned today is that there's a quest to just keep building out the marketplace,” he said. “And the economics of that marketplace then determine sort of what those income streams look like for both the company and the farms,” he said. Elliott is optimistic about the Keystone State's potential in the burgeoning hemp industry, partially because of Pennsylvania's reputation for hemp in colonial times. He was keynote speaker at the Pennsylvania Hemp Summit in Harrisburg November 2022 and has since gotten to know key players in Pennsylvania's hemp industry. “We can help you guys take that next step,” he said. “We would love to be part of whatever the solution is for Pennsylvania's the hemp industry.” Do Pennsylvania farmers even have an appetite for hemp, after the boom and bust of the CBD market along with recent controversies surrounding so-called hemp-derived intoxicants like Delta 8? Redding thinks Pennsylvania have an appetite for something big and boring that can be another revenue stream for producers. “The margins, whether you're in Montana or Pennsylvania, are thin,” Redding said. “So to whatever extent we can add diversity to it — you can help de-risk the operation by adding an enterprise — that's universal.” Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Hemp Program IND HEMP Thanks to our sponsors! Mpactful Ventures Forever Green  

September is marked National Recovery Month. Kristin Primus is the Deputy Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol programs. Primus says this month is special to her, because she is also a woman in long term recovery.  I've been in recovery since September 2nd, 2005. And, you know, when I first started hearing about National Recovery Month, I used to work for, an RCO, which is a recovery community organization. And, you know, I always thought it was very fitting that it was like, the same month as my, recovery date, but, you know, it's just a month that me and all the individuals that I'm in recovery with get to celebrate the fact that, you know, we've accomplished, being in recovery, how far we've gone, "said Primus. Kristin Varner is the Administrator of the Dauphin County Drug and Alcohol Services. Varner says the months observance acknowledges the individuals in recovery and celebrates how far they've come in the recovery process.  "When we think about recovery, especially every from addiction, whether it's substance use or problem gambling or any of the other types of addiction, but mostly substance use disorders, we were talking about, it's recovery is a different process for everyone. It's individualized, and it's a way that individuals kind of decide, make a conscious decision to improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential. And that's the definition that the federal Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration uses and, and that we use here at the state, "said Varner. Substance misuse is an issue in Pennsylvania. "It doesn't discriminate, by race, by socioeconomic, by gender, by age. We see people throughout the life span in every corner with addiction issues. We see mostly that when we look at the numbers and the data that the the largest number of people that we see are treated for alcohol use disorders. However, we hear a lot, at least right now, about opioid use disorders. It's it's, a crisis in, in this state as well. And, and so and then there's everything in between. So it's, it's definitely something that impacts young people, through adults, through even older people. We've seen, through the Department of Health and some of their data, the overdoses, opioid overdoses, we've seen a rise. And then the percentage of people 65 and older with an overdose. And so we also see throughout the lifespan and trying to look at going upstream and prevention activities to, help identify risk factors as well as things that will help youth, to prosper and, and be able to avoid substance use disorder, "said Primus. This month is also an opportunity to break stigmas associated with substance misuse while educating people about the subject. "We have found that personal stories and stirring storytelling is really a good way to sort of normalize the conversation. So when you can relate to another person, regardless of their illness or where they've been, it's just an easier way to understand. We see that all the time. And so what we're going to what we've done with life unites us is we focused on different stories, and this is basically on social media and online, and then they record different people's stories. We've focused on family members. We focused on people in recovery. We focused on emergency service workers and, and trying to get different people's perspectives on substance use disorders, kind of do some of that myth busting for people. And, and we want to be able to show that, you know, there are people behind the numbers that we see, and and they're your neighbors. It's not of the others. It's it's people in your neighborhood. It could be people in your family, friends of your children. As I said, it's it's an equal opportunity illness. And almost everybody probably knows somebody with some addiction issues. So. So we need to stop. We need to bring it out of the darkness into the light and discuss it like we would at any other illness. And life unites us is just one way that we are working and working towards that to show that these these people, these people with addiction, these people in recovery are just very similar from to the rest of us. They just have something going on at that that they're going to work on for the rest of their life, but they can work on it and they can come out on the other side. And that's really important. The message of hope as well, "said Primus.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In this insightful episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, host Gary Mohr sits down with Dr. Laurel Harry, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, to explore the evolution and impact of unit management within the state's correctional system. With over 25 years of experience in the DOC, Dr. Harry brings a wealth of knowledge, having started her career as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist and steadily rising through the ranks to her current role. Together, they discuss the origins of unit management, how Dr. Harry's hands-on experience as a Unit Manager shaped her leadership journey, and the best practices that have emerged in Pennsylvania as a result. They also dive into her approach to succession planning and how unit management has strengthened team dynamics across the department. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of corrections management in Pennsylvania.

Coming up on this week's edition of The Spark Weekly: The Main Street Matters (MSM) program is designed to support local downtowns and surrounding neighborhoods with tools to create welcoming communities. This 20-million-dollar initiative will impact smaller communities like Hummelstown Borough. Rick Siger, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, says this new initiative comes out of Governor Josh Shapiro's budget for this year. Also on the program: Kindred Spirits Alcohol Free Bar in Chambersburg founded by Chuck Dutrow, a recovering alcoholic. When he quit drinking, he wanted to create a space for everyone to enjoy without alcohol.  Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Dr. Val Arkoosh, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services says it's critical to raise awareness surrounding mental health and suicide. “Suicide can impact individuals from every walk of life, all sorts of different circumstances. And I just want people to know that help is always available. I think we can all agree that even one life lost to suicide is one too many. And we also know that death by suicide has ripple effects on those that survive. People often have been left with a lot of unanswered questions about complex emotions. And there's a lot of stigmas that remains around death by suicide. Oftentimes, survivors feel quite isolated or are nervous about talking about how their loved one died because they're nervous that that they will be similarly stigmatized. And so, I just so appreciate this opportunity to talk with you today to let folks know that this is something we should be talking about. There is no need for stigma around this issue. And now today, we have a new relatively new at this point, suicide, national suicide crisis, line nine, eight. And this is truly a lifeline. Anybody can call or text nine, eight, eight. And when they do that, they will get no judgment. They will just get help, “said Dr. Arkoosh. Dr. Arkoosh just toured Centre Helps, a 988-call center to connect with staff about the importance of accessible, affordable, and local mental health and substance use disorder services. Centre Helps is one of 12 call centers in Pennsylvania that is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988. “They work very closely with a number of Penn State student volunteers who go through extensive training to answer these calls. And I was so impressed by the way that they work in their community. They have brought all kinds of resources to the table to assist people with a variety of needs. And they've done it in such an effective way with the people in their community. I also was impressed by how impactful their work is. They take such pride in their work and deservedly so. They have been extremely successful in handling most of the calls just right over the phone without the need to deploy additional resources or send someone somewhere else. But when that is required, they're ready to do it. And they have a great system in place to help the folks in their community, “said Dr. Arkoosh. Lex Remillard, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Altior Healthcare says many people are dealing with suicidal thoughts. “One of the biggest reasons is it's one of the major causes of death for young people. And older people now. So, there's a much higher increase in suicidality with the youth and much higher suicidality with older folks. So, the good news is that collectively, we can all do a lot more. On this difficult subject because it affects everyone, “said Remillard. Remillard says it's important for those battling those suicidal thoughts to reach out to a trusted confidant. “Well, considering that adolescent suicidality in young, young adults suicidality activities is on the rise, I think the first the first place. You would look would be maybe in school like a school counselor. They have resources that would be like a first step if you belong to a church. Talking to someone like a pastor. Getting in to see a professional therapist, “said Remillard.        Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Main Street Matters (MSM) program is designed to support local downtowns and surrounding neighborhoods with tools to create welcoming communities. This 20-million-dollar initiative will impact smaller communities like Hummelstown Borough. Rick Siger, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, says this new initiative comes out of Governor Josh Shapiro's budget for this year.  “We created it to support Main Street, to support business districts, small businesses and local communities all across Pennsylvania. It's about making downtowns more vibrant. It's about thriving businesses and enabling Pennsylvania communities to achieve their full potential. As you said, in the lead in, you know, it's a funding tool, $20 million across the state that will help Main Streets maximize what makes them great things like façade improvement, small business grant programs, things like streetscape improvements, whatever Main Street managers, borough managers like Theresa need, you know, to make their main streets great places to live, to work, to visit and to play, “said Siger. Those eligible to apply for MSM are units of local government, Redevelopment and/or housing authorities, Nonprofit organizations, community development corporations, and Business improvement districts. Hummelstown Borough Manager Theresa Eberly felt this program would benefit the borough. “It's all about the heart of our community. If our main street thrives, the residents thrive. We have a vibe, walkable community, a viable community. And this type of funding gives us just what we need to have that lift that we need to continue to invite businesses and improve our economic development. And so, our community thrives. So, we're very excited about Main Street Matter program.” Applications for Main Street Matters funding will be accepted through November 15, 2024.      Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pennsylvania Department of Crime and Delinquency has released it's 2023 survey results. The survey, also known as PAYS, has been administered in the state since 1989. It gathers information on student behaviors, attitudes, knowledge concerning alcohol, tobacco, drug use, and violence for students between the 6th and 12th grades. According to Mike Pennington, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Commission of Crime and Delinquency, there have been some positive findings in the results. “So, 68% of the students report high levels of attachment to their families. 68%, 6,864% report their families, provide opportunities for positive social engagement activities. And a little over 93% of students in all grades reported that their parents know where they are and know who they're with. And about 86% of the kids reported that there are clear family roles and alcohol and drug use about alcohol and drug use.” The survey also discovered a rise in mental health concerns and bullying. “Almost 38% of students reported feeling sad or depressed most days, and 37% of seniors reporting that at times, you know, feeling that they don't think they're good at all. You know, about 16% of eighth graders reported self-harming behavior and 32% of kids reported being bullied. And, and also considered seriously considered suicide over the past year. And just some other concerns to note, 56% of kids reported low commitment to school. 64% of students feel, you know, tired and not ready for school frequently at school. And 20% of students worried that food aid would run out before their families could buy more. You know, some of that food and stability and security.” These results help to put in place resources and organizations to improve the needs of students in schools and in the communities. “The Shapiro Davis administration has invested heavily in school safety and especially to support behavioral health needs of kids. So, this year, we just in this year's budget, $100 million was approved to support school safety and school security. And a significant portion of that goes for behavioral health support for kids. So, it gives schools the flexibility to implement the programs that are needed at the local level. So, we're providing resources to help them implement the programs that they need based on what they're seeing at the school level. So we're making a tremendous investment. So, some of that is to continue existing programs and some of that is to implement new programs based on, I think what they're seeing locally as what's needed most to support their students.”      Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 108 of White Canes Connect, hosted by David Goldstein, the focus is on accessible voting in Pennsylvania. Diane Gordian from the Pennsylvania Department of State joins the podcast to discuss the importance of ensuring voting accessibility for individuals with disabilities.  The episode features a recording from the August 7th "Coffee with the President" meeting, where Diane highlights key laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Voting Rights Act, that protect voters' rights. She also provides guidance on how voters can access support and assistance at polling places, emphasizing the legal requirement for polling stations to have at least one accessible voting machine.  Listeners are encouraged to report any issues encountered during the voting process to ensure compliance and improve accessibility in future elections. The episode also touches on the Pennsylvania state convention and other important announcements for the NFB of Pennsylvania community. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/108  2024 NFB of PA State Convention Registration is now open for this year's State Convention in Erie from 11/7 to 11/10. Learn more at https://www.NFBofPA.org/2024/. The affiliate has chartered a bus to go from Philadelphia to Erie, making two stops along the way. Cost is $120 and is due by 9/1. Joseph Drenth 1975-2024 Lynn spoke about the sudden passing of former affiliate First Vice President Joe Drenth. Please keep his wife Marsha and the rest of his family in your thoughts and prayers. Services will be on August 24, 2024 at 10:30 AM. Read his obituary. An Easy Way to Help the NFB of PA Support the NFB of PA with every purchase at White Cane Coffee Company by going to https://www.whitecanecoffee.com/ref/nfbp. When you use that link to purchase from White Cane Coffee, the NFB of PA earns a 10% commission! Share the link with your family and friends! Listen to Erin and Bob Willman from White Cane Coffee on episode 072 of White Canes Connect. Donate to the NFB of PA If you want to donate to the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania, visit https://www.NFBofPA.org/give/. We Want to Hear Your Story Reach out with questions and comments, or share ideas! We want to hear from you. Call us at (267) 338-4495 or at whitecanesconnect@gmail.com. Follow White Canes Connect Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast       

On June 3, the Dauphin County Library System had its first Library named after an historic African-American couple. The Kline Library located in the Allison Hill area of Harrisburg was renamed the George & Hettie Love Memorial Library. This library is the first library in the county named after African Americans. About a year ago, Dauphin County Board Member Ruby Doub wanted to honor Hettie Love by remaining a library after her. "She became, quote unquote, a hidden figure of Harrisburg, despite the fact that she was well known throughout the community. She finally was getting noted, for having been the first African-American woman to graduate with her MBA from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Penn in 1947, "said Ryan McCrory, Executive Director of the Dauphin County Library System. George and Hettie Love were both educators and civil rights activities. George earned his bachelors, master's, and PhD at the University of Pennsylvania, serving as the first African-American employed as a high school teacher in the Philadelphia school system. "He went on to also be the, assistant commissioner for basic education at the Pennsylvania Department of Education. When he moved, here to Harrisburg, he oversaw in that capacity the desegregation of schools. He was involved with local businesses, the local church, as well as, as well as his fraternity. And so, he kind of led the way in a, in a number of ways, just as much as he did, without quite becoming he wasn't quite the trailblazer, that she was in the sense of being the first, but he was just as important in the role in which education plays, in the citizens of the, of the Commonwealth, "said McCrory. The Dauphin County Library System is also working to create a community room at the George and Hettie Love Memorial Library to honor their commitment to education and the community. "One of the things that we're going to do in the coming months is actually name the community room in the George and Hettie Love Memorial Library, the Klein Family Community Room, as a way of honoring their, long term commitment to the to that library as well as, their future commitment, "said McCory.  Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu, has been affecting wild, commercial, and backyard birds in Pennsylvania since 2022. Highly Pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been affecting wild birds as well as domestic poultry species.  HPAI in birds can have high death rates for domestic poultry such as chickens, quail, and turkeys. Avian flu has shown up in dairy farms in other states and one dairy worker has been infected in Texas. However, Dr. Alex Hamberg, State Veterinarian of Pennsylvania said there have been no cases of avian flu in cattle in Pennsylvania. “Thankfully we have not had in here in Pennsylvania yet, and we're taking precautions to prevent it from coming into Pennsylvania and set up the infrastructure to detect it, “said Dr. Hamberg. According to Dr. Hamberg, pasteurized milk products and pasteurized milk is safe and there is no consumer threat. “We know pasteurization is very effective at destroying the virus. So yes, the virus has been found in milk, but we know that pasteurized pasteurization is extremely effective at destroying it, “said Dr. Hamberg. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has issued a quarantine to protect the poultry from spread of the virus.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Solar for Schools program directs the Department of Community and Economic Development to set up a grant program using federal climate money. A new study by researchers at the Pennsylvania Department of Health reveals not everyone has equal access to it.  Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to appear in Harrisburg next week. Gabrielle Giffords, the former Democratic congresswoman grievously wounded in a 2011 shooting, is campaigning in Pennsylvania for Vice President Kamala Harris The Pennsylvania Turnpike is converting its tolling system in the eastern portion of the state to open road tolling. As the 2024 Summer Olympics kicks off in Paris with the opening ceremonies set for today, central Pennsylvania is well represented among the state's 27 Olympians and 9 Paralympians at this year's games. WITF's newsroom works hard to report fact-based stories you can trust. The more people see our work online, the more they have good information to counter the bad information that we all come across. One of our jobs is to do what we can to make sure those stories show up when you go looking for news. So as part of our commitment to transparency in our journalism, WITF's Director of Journalism Scott Blanchard pulls back the curtain on some things we do to try to make sure our work reaches you.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pennsylvania Department of Conversation and Natural Resources oversees 124 parks and 2.2 million acres of forest land. PA DCNR Secretary Cindy Dunn, and Planning Chief in the Resource Management and Planning Division of DCNR's Bureau of State Parks Rachel Eckman made an appearance on the Spark with host Asia Tabb to chat about what new parks are in the works, and what's new to come to the PA DCNR. Listen to the podcast above to hear more about plans for the rest of the season.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the Back in Session hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara dive into their excitement for the upcoming National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) meeting in Louisville, Kentucky. They then welcome this week's special guest, Alex Baloga, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA), for an insightful discussion on his career journey, PFMA's mission, and their advocacy work. Alex shares recent legislative successes, the challenges of representing the competitive retail industry, and how PFMA navigates the partisan divide in Pennsylvania's government. Tune in for an engaging conversation on the intricacies of legislative advocacy and the importance of collaboration.About PFMA:The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) is a statewide trade association advocating the views of the food and beverage industries. Our membership includes convenience stores, supermarkets, independent grocers, wholesalers, distributors, and consumer product vendors of all sizes operating in Pennsylvania and beyond.About Alex Baloga:Alex Baloga became PFMA President and CEO on July 1, 2017. After joining PFMA in 2013 as director of government relations, he was promoted to director of government and public relations in 2014 and to vice president of external relations in 2015. Baloga leads PFMA's day-to-day operations and helps implement its strategic vision, working with the board of directors, of which he is a member. He leads PFMA's government relations efforts at the local, state and federal levels. He also manages PFMA's federal, state and Philadelphia Food PACs along with PFMA's Legislative, Pharmacy and WIC Stakeholder's committees.He serves on the Classification and Ratings Committee for the Pennsylvania Compensation Rating Bureau. He is a board member on the Underground Storage Tank Indemnification Fund. He joined the Pennsylvania Department of Health's newly formed Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Advisory Group in 2022. He sits on the Food Industry Association Executives (FIAE) Board of Directors, the Pennsylvania Dairymen's Association Board of Directors and the NACS Legislative Committee. In addition, he represents PFMA members on the Pennsylvania Lottery Sales Advisory Council.Baloga previously served as deputy finance director for Robert P. Casey's re-election campaign for U.S. Senator, where he directed the fund raising activities in central Pennsylvania. He has extensive contacts from his experience as an associate lobbyist for a contract lobbying firm in Pennsylvania.In addition, he worked in U.S. Senator Bob Casey's Government office as a regional field manager, serving as the senator's liaison to government, community and constituent groups in central Pennsylvania; monitoring local issues and developments, and representing Senator Casey at civic meetings and community events.Baloga has earned recognition for his work in the food retail industry on several 40 under 40 lists, including Central Penn Business Journal, City & State PA and The Griffin Report. He recently was recognized in City & State PA's 2022 PA Agriculture Power 100. He also earned the 2018 Excellent in Government Affairs Award from the Grocery Manufacturers Association. Baloga earned his bachelor's degree in History with a specialty in Political Science from West Virginia University.Learn more about PFMA:https://www.pfma.org/

It's the Friday News Roundup! We're talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker defending her return-to-office policy, and a lawsuit trying to block it. Plus, Pennsylvania's license plate redesign, how to stay cool in Philly's extreme heat, and some of the most Philly things we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D'Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Alex Hillman, co-founder of Indy Hall Clubhouse.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Best Ways To Stay Cool in Philly How To Keep Your Dog Safe in the Philly Heat Mayor Cherelle Parker defends her strict return-to-office policy for city workers a day before the dispute heads to court Wawa fan collects every order slip from 000-999 then asks ‘What do I do with my life now?' Wawa to close Port Richmond store after 45 years Check out the Bungee Brand's Poncho: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8u77vSur_s/  The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is debuting a new license plate in 2025! Sign up to be first to get one of the new license plates. Indy Hall Reading Club Listen to Mayor Cherelle Parker's press conference on her return-to-office policy on the city's Facebook page. You can find out more about SEPTA's trolley maintenance blitz here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 12th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The EPA's methane rules for the oil and gas industry will depend on new technologies to monitor and verify climate impacts. --- In December the Environmental Protection Agency introduced regulations to limit the amount of methane that escapes into the atmosphere from the oil and gas industry. In theory, the path to reducing emissions should be relatively straightforward. Efforts will focus on stopping the routine venting of methane from wells, and on the plugging of leaks from pipelines and other infrastructure. Yet, for the new rules to be effective, emissions will need to be measured across vast and geographically dispersed oil and gas infrastructure. Likewise, data from many different monitoring technologies will need to be reconciled so that efforts to reduce climate impacts can be verified. On the podcast Arvind Ravikumar, co-director of the Energy Emissions Modeling Lab at the University of Texas at Austin, and Kleinman Center Senior Fellow John Quigley explore the new rules governing methane emissions in the U.S., and the technological challenges surrounding compliance. Arvind Ravikumar is co-director of the Energy Emissions Modeling Lab at the University of Texas at Austin. John Quigley is a senior fellow at the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy and former secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Related Content Can the Global LNG Market Support U.S. Export Ambitions? https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/podcast/can-the-global-lng-market-support-u-s-export-ambitions/ Advancing the Social License for Carbon Management in Achieving Net-Zero GHG Emissions https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/advancing-the-social-license-for-carbon-management-in-achieving-net-zero-ghg-emissions/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.eduSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marielle Drennan is the owner of Champion Tree, a full-service plant healthcare company based out of King of Prussia, and servicing the Main Line and surrounding areas in Pennsylvania. Marielle is an ISA Certified Arborist® and a Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Technician. Prior to forming Champion Tree, Marielle worked on her husband's pruning crew for several years. She is a passionate collector of David Austin and antique roses, as well as a Pennsylvania Big Tree enthusiast. Marielle is a graduate of Washington and Lee University, in Lexington, Virginia where she majored in Mass Communications and double-minored in Studio Art and Film and Visual Culture Studies. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plantatrilliontrees/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plantatrilliontrees/support

Dom welcomes in Wally Zimolong, local attorney and longtime friend of the Dom Giordano Program, back onto the Dom Giordano Program after he announced that he, along with America First Legal, has filed an administrative complaint against the Pennsylvania Department of State regarding patent violations of the Help America Vote Act of 2022, which allows ineligible voters, and non-citizens, to vote. Wally expresses the deep impact that this Act has had on voter integrity, noting the importance of securing elections to solidify faith in our Democracy and elections. Also, Zimolong previews other efforts that he's working on to ensure a fair election, including satellite voting offices in Republican areas, mirroring an effort by Democrats. (Photo by Getty Images)

Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by offering up his thoughts on some new shocking developments centered on the FBI's Mar-a-Lago raid, noting that it's come out that excessive force was permitted. Dom is furious about this, asking what the Biden administration think the consequences would be had President Trump or a family member had been shot during the raid. This then brings Dom to a pushback by commentators on the Left who argue that the conservative reaction to this news proves Republicans are anti-law enforcement, completely undressing the argument. Then, Dom welcomes in Wally Zimolong, local attorney and longtime friend of the Dom Giordano Program, back onto the Dom Giordano Program after he announced that he, along with America First Legal, has filed an administrative complaint against the Pennsylvania Department of State regarding patent violations of the Help America Vote Act of 2022, which allows ineligible voters, and non-citizens, to vote. Wally expresses the deep impact that this Act has had on voter integrity, noting the importance of securing elections to solidify faith in our Democracy and elections. Also, Zimolong previews other efforts that he's working on to ensure a fair election, including satellite voting offices in Republican areas, mirroring an effort by Democrats. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Ask David, Rhonda and Matt Assertiveness, Suppressing your Feelings, and the "Miracle Cure" question Questions for today's Ask David podcast. Chris asks if I have a book about assertiveness. Brian asks: Is there anything to the theory that "suppressing emotions" is harmful or is that just Freudian mumbo jumbo? Matt asks about the “Miracle Cure” question in the Assessment of Resistance portion of a TEAM therapy session. Rhonda began with a lovely endorsement and a cool reminder of the classic book, Robinson Crusoe, who created cognitive therapy (the double column technique) when he was stranded on a deserted island! I believe I wrote about it in one of my books, possibly Feeling Good. It's pretty cool! You will hear Matt playing the role of the “evil” thoughts, like, “I am stranded alone on a deserted island,” and Rhonda will play the role of the “good” thoughts, like, “Yes, but my life was spared, and all of my shipmates died.” Here's what it looks like in the novel: Evil. Good. I am cast upon a horrible, desolate island, void of all hope of recovery.     But I am alive; and not drowned, as all my ship's company were. I am singled out and separated, as it were, from all the world, to be miserable.     But I am singled out, too, from all the ship's crew, to be spared from death; and He that miraculously saved me from death can deliver me from this condition. I am divided from mankind—a solitaire; one banished from human society.     But I am not starved, and perishing on a barren place, affording no sustenance. I have no clothes to cover me.     But I am in a hot climate, where, if I had clothes, I could hardly wear them. I am without any defence, or means to resist any violence of man or beast.     But I am cast on an island where I see no wild beasts to hurt me, as I saw on the coast of Africa; and what if I had been shipwrecked there? I have no soul to speak to or relieve me.     But God wonderfully sent the ship in near enough to the shore, that I have got out as many necessary things as will either supply my wants or enable me to supply myself, even as long as I live. I know this novel is a couple hundred years old, so it certainly deserves nomination of the earliest cognitive therapy! Now, for the answers to today's Ask David questions. Keep in mind that these answers were written BEFORE today's recording, so the actual live answers will differ in some regards from the written answers below.   1. Chris asks if I have a book about assertiveness. Hi Dr. Burns, I hope you're doing well. Do you have a book on assertiveness training? I've used your books to help me with my hidden "should" statements, which has enabled me to be less angry or anxious whenever someone treats me less than satisfactorily. While this has helped immensely, I realize it's still in my interest to reduce the behavior I disagree with. For example, my sibling scheduled an early morning shift after I had a long day of work. Because they can't drive, they expect me to take them to work, which means I'll only get about 5 hours of sleep; this in itself isn't a bad thing... except this is the 3rd time in a row they've done this. After using your techniques, I'm less angry and anxious, but I still want to address the behavior to reduce the likelihood that they do something like this again, which is why I'm reaching out. Thanks for your help. Kind regards, Chris David's Reply Sure. I like my own book, Feeling Good Together, and have often recommended Manuel Smith's When I Say NO I Feel Guilty. There is a LOT to be said about assertiveness training, including the fact that it doesn't always work! I can give a great personal account of that! Sometimes, or always, skillful listening is also effective. Assertiveness without listening makes it sound like only your own feelings are important, which is obviously pretty self-centered. One of the most helpful things to me is the difference between healthy and unhealthy anger, and how to express tough messages in a loving, respectful way. Can discuss more on the show. For example, what are the problems with the assertiveness movement? And where can it be helpful? And what mistakes do unassertive individuals make when trying to be more assertive? Do they sometimes overdo it? Warmly, david   2. Brian asks: Is there anything to the theory that "suppressing emotions" is harmful or is that just Freudian mumbo jumbo? Thanks!! David's reply. Thanks, Brian. Great question! You can listen to the podcasts on the Hidden Emotion Technique, or read about it in my book, When Panic Attacks. Will make this an Ask David question if that's okay!   3. Matt asks about the “Miracle Cure” question in the Assessment of Resistance portion of a TEAM therapy session. Hi David, I've noticed that when I ask the 'miracle cure' question or 'magic wand' question, I'll sometimes get a response that isn't all that useful and I might waste time trying to figure out what the person is really asking for. An example might be, 'I want to be able to support and understand my husband, who is addicted to video games and spends a lot of our money on games'. I've found it helpful, in such situations, to ask, 'let's imagine you could achieve that goal, you were perfectly understanding and supportive, at all times, of your husband, who is addicted to video games and spends a lot of your money on games...what would change, in your life, if all your dreams came true?' I think this might help in a lot of cases where the agenda is a bit fuzzy and unclear. Wishing you the best! Matt   David's response Matt and I exchanged several emails we'll discuss on the podcast. Essentially, I don't think this woman is asking for understanding why her husband is addicted to video games and spends money on them. Instead, she is secretly blaming him and is probably angry with him for not spending time with her! She wants to change him. Matt agreed with this and has proposed a new tool therapists can use when setting the agenda. I, David, also raised the problem of “hearing the music” behind the patient's words. This is incredibly important—but hard for therapists to learn—when using the Disarming Technique. They have a tendency to agree with the patient's words in a literal way without “hearing” what the patient is really trying to say. If you use any form of therapy literally, with really grasping the patient's feelings, your treatment will not be effective or helpful. There is a human art to therapy, and following rigid formulas simply won't come across as compassionate or genuine most of the time. That's why I am dubious about testing different therapies with outcome studies with human therapists. You are actually testing the impact of a miscellaneous group of therapists with potentially widely divergent skill sets. This is one of the many reasons why psychotherapy outcome studies for depression all come out about the same—somewhat better than placebos, but not much better. And there's been no one winner when using human therapists. Dr. Paul Crits-Christoph from the University of Pennsylvania Department of Psychology once published a study showing that the differences between therapists within each arm of an outcome study were grater than the differences between the two schools of therapy! That's why I've been so excited about analyzing data from our beta tests with the Feeling Great App. Each “patient” gets the exact same shrink! This makes the “dose” of the TEAM done by the computer the same for each patient, much like an outcome study of a medication. TEAM is a actually series of metaphors! If you don't “get” the metaphors, and try to apply TEAM in an overly literal way, you'll have a lot of trouble learning TEAM! David   Matt's Musings: David is incredibly gifted when it comes to ‘hearing the music' behind what folks are saying, verbally. I suspect this is partially an innate gift, like someone who's a prodigy at math, only for emotional states and understanding people. After years of practice, I'm not quite as good as David. However, I think there were specific forms of experience that helped me improve my skill ‘hearing the music'. In addition to using measurement and processing feedback with my patients, one thing that helped me a lot was using a lot of ‘uncovering techniques'. These include the ‘What If' technique, to expose hidden fears, the ‘Individual Downward Arrow', to expose hidden insecurities, the ‘Interpersonal Downward Arrow', to expose hidden assumptions about how we ‘should' act in our relationships. Seeing several thousand of these has helped me with ‘pattern recognition', which I think is related to ‘hearing the music'. I'm proposing that beginning therapists might also benefit from an ‘Uncovering Technique' for agenda-setting, following the ‘Miracle Cure Question', which keeps asking, ok, let's say you got that, what would you hope for, if you got absolutely everything you wanted? Ok, and let's say you also got that, what would you hope for, in your wildest dreams? This might expose hidden agendas which can be super important if we want to be able to anticipate resistance and identify the ‘cost of recovery'. Thanks for listening today! Rhonda, Matt, and David

AJ Pearlman, Director of Public Health AmeriCorps, says more than 4-thousand people are learning about public health as part of the program; Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff, Director of the Ohio Department of Health, and Dr. Debra Bogen, Acting Secretary of Health for the Pennsylvania Department of Health, share their own messages about National Public Health Week; Dr. Anne Zink, Chief Medical Officer for the State of Alaska, tells us public health needs new strategies to address rising rates of syphilis and congenital syphilis; and ASTHO will help you put your leadership skills on the fast track with a discussion happening on Thursday. Public Health Americorps Webpage National Public Health Week Webpage Pennsylvania Department of Health Video Ohio Department of Health Video ASTHO Webinar: Reducing Congenital Syphilis Through Policy Initiatives ASTHO Webinar: Leadership Accelerator – Fast-Track Your Skills with ELM - Cohort 1  

Amish farmer Amos Miller says the Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture has been harassing him for years because he sells raw milk and organic dairy products. Why is the government telling farmers what they can and can't produce? Attorney Robert Barnes is defending Miller, saying “the government was unable to produce any evidence that any person in Pennsylvania or anywhere in the world has ever been harmed by any product of Amos.” Robert Barnes is a Constitutional, criminal tax, and civil rights attorney. He cohosts the “Viva & Barnes: Law For The People” podcast with Viva Frei. Barnes Law has defended a variety of cases including Wesley Snipes' vs. the IRS, Alex Jones' Sandy Hook defense, and other cases involving the government and free speech. Follow Barnes at https://x.com/barnes_law and learn more at https://barneslawllp.com Support Amos Miller at https://www.givesendgo.com/supportamosmiller 「 SPONSORED BY 」 Find out more about the companies that make this show possible and get special discounts on amazing products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors • COZY EARTH - Susan and Drew love Cozy Earth's sheets & clothing made with super-soft viscose from bamboo! Use code DREW to save up to 40% at https://drdrew.com/cozy • TRU NIAGEN - For almost a decade, Dr. Drew has been taking a healthy-aging supplement called Tru Niagen, which uses a patented form of Nicotinamide Riboside to boost NAD levels. Use code DREW for 20% off at https://drdrew.com/truniagen • PET CLUB 24/7 - Give your pet's body the natural support it deserves! No fillers. No GMOs. No preservatives. Made in the USA. Save 15% at https://drdrew.com/petclub247 • GENUCEL - Using a proprietary base formulated by a pharmacist, Genucel has created skincare that can dramatically improve the appearance of facial redness and under-eye puffiness. Get an extra discount with promo code DREW at https://genucel.com/drew • PROVIA - Dreading premature hair thinning or hair loss? Provia uses a safe, natural ingredient (Procapil) to effectively target the three main causes of premature hair thinning and hair loss. Susan loves it! Get an extra discount at https://proviahair.com/drew • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your personal physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 「 ABOUT DR. DREW 」 Dr. Drew is a board-certified physician with over 35 years of national radio, NYT bestselling books, and countless TV shows bearing his name. He's known for Celebrity Rehab (VH1), Teen Mom OG (MTV), The Masked Singer (FOX), multiple hit podcasts, and the iconic Loveline radio show. Dr. Drew Pinsky received his undergraduate degree from Amherst College and his M.D. from the University of Southern California, School of Medicine. Read more at https://drdrew.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Debra Bogen, Acting Secretary of Health for the Pennsylvania Department of Health and ASTHO Member, discusses Pennsylvania's work to expand overdose training to many different populations; Beth Giambrone, ASTHO Senior Analyst for State Health Policy, discusses the part Public Health plays in helping transportation partners; and an ASTHO webinar will explain more about how TEFCA will help public health.  Pennsylvania Webpage: Department Of Health Offers New Training To Fight The Overdose Crisis  ASTHO Blog Article: Stroads? Where We're Going, We Don't Need Stroads  ASTHO Webinar: TEFCA Overview and Perspectives from the Field  ASTHO Webpage: Stay Informed  

We just had a major breaking story coming out of the state of Pennsylvania that affects all of us. You may have heard about Amos Miller, the Amish farmer who's come under heavy persecution by the state of Pennsylvania as well as the Food and Drug Administration for his organic farm products sold across the nation. Some of you may actually be customers of Amos. I know a lot of you enjoy from Farm-to-Table products. Amos has been doing this for at least two decades. He has a massive base of loyal customers and he's precisely the kind of person you'd want to be a neighbor to or somebody behind our economy However, back in January of this year, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture in cooperation with the US Department of Agriculture raided Amos Miller's Farm where they seized tens of thousands of dollars worth of food even though there were no complaints whatsoever from anyone regarding the quality of Amos' products. Wait until you hear what the state tried to do next. I am joined today by renowned attorney and populist hero Robert Barnes, who was actually part of the proceedings and witnessed firsthand what the state was trying to do. Robert is supporting Amos through his Free America Law Center. Resources:  Fight Tyranny and stand for food freedom HERE: https://www.freeamericalawcenter.com/ Support Robert Barnes on Locals at https://vivabarneslaw.locals.com/ Don't let Big Tech WIN by staying connected to Dr Steve and joining the movement to reclaim our freedoms at: https://join.turleytalks.com/insiders-club=podcast Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and/or leave a review. Make sure to FOLLOW me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrTurleyTalks BOLDLY stand up for TRUTH in Turley Merch! Browse our new designs right now at: https://store.turleytalks.com/ Do you want to be a part of the podcast and be our sponsor? Click here to partner with us and defy liberal culture! https://advertising.turleytalks.com/sponsorship If you want to get lots of articles on conservative trends, sign up for the 'New Conservative Age Rising' Email Alerts: https://turleytalks.com/subscribe/. 

Dr. Gaspere C. (Gus) Geraci joins us in this episode as we embark on an exciting journey to unravel the mysteries of finding the perfect job for healthcare practitioners. Whether you're a recent medical school graduate, undergoing fellowship, or a seasoned practitioner looking for a change, or anywhere in between, this episode is your comprehensive guide to navigating the intricate highways of physician employment. Dr. Gaspere Geraci received his undergraduate degree in Psychology before studying at the State University of New York at Buffalo to receive his M.D. Since 1980, Dr. Geraci has been a part of the healthcare system and gained experience and knowledge in multiple aspects of the industry. His specialty began in family medicine and then expanded to overall management as he started taking on administrative rolls. After moving from director and vice president positions, Dr. Geraci started a solo family practice. He became a expert using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and technology. His practice was recognized as a clinical leader in the care of diabetics and patients with coronary artery disease. While his practice was still running, Dr. Geraci signed on as a consulting medical director for the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. In a bid to give a voice and a platform for Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants (collectively Health Care Prescribers (HCP's)) to express their opinions on their workplaces, Dr. Geraci started a website called Rate Your Healthcare Employer (RYHE.org), a website that operates like Yelp for physicians. This website allows health care practitioners to anonymously review their employers on key metrics important to them, and allows their colleagues and the general public to view the reviews. Click here to find more about Dr. Geraci. In this episode, we discuss concerns you might have about finding a job and we answer questions like: What are the obstacles faced by physicians when trying to find a job? What are the important things to consider when choosing your job location? What steps do I need to take when searching for a job? What roles do personality types play in job search? + more Websites for employer review mentioned in this episode: Indeed.com Glassdoor.com Doximity.com Ryhe.org   This episode is sponsored by Arthrex: Arthrex has been helping surgeons treat their patients better for more than 40 years. Differentiate your practice by offering the Nano Experience, which combines patient comfort with leading-edge, extremely minimally invasive technology. Deeply committed to surgeon support and patient education, Arthrex has also introduced  TheNanoExperience.com, a patient resource illustrating the science and benefits of Nano arthroscopy, detailing the wide variety of applications, and directing patients to surgeons in their area. Visit Nano.Arthrex.com to learn more about enhancing your practice and providing optimal patient outcomes with this game-changing technology.

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, in our "Listen and Learn" series, we're discussing the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure – more specifically Rule 15, which deals with the instances in which a party can amend their pleading. In this episode we discuss: A quick refresh on the statute of limitations The three major circumstances under which a party is likely to seek to amend their complaint Amending a party's pleading before the statute of limitations has run out How a plaintiff establishes that their amended complaint relates back to the original filing, if the statute of limitations has run out A look at the cases Krupski v. Costa Crociere and Singletary v. Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, in which the plaintiffs sought to amend their complaints Analyzing two hypos from previous California bar exams Resources: "Listen and Learn" series (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-toolbox-podcast-substantive-law-topics/#listen-learn) California Bar Examination – Essay Questions and Selected Answers, July 2011 (https://nwculaw.edu/pdf/bar/July%202011%20Essays%20and%20Sample%20Answers.pdf) California Bar Examination – Essay Questions and Selected Answers, February 2013 (https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/0/documents/admissions/gbx/February-2013-CBX%20Selected%20Answers%20Essays.pdf) Krupski v. Costa Crociere (https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/560/538/) Singletary v. Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/us-3rd-circuit/1039805.html) Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-435-listen-and-learn-amendments-to-pleadings-civ-pro/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee