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Two lawsuits seeking to redraw Wisconsin's congressional maps involve new legal questions that could end up before the U.S. Supreme Court. The state wants to encourage a PFAS-free foam for firefighters. And, we hear from a Wisconsin veteran whose story is told in a new podcast from NPR.

La presencia de Shein en Francia ha exacerbado el debate sobre el "fast fashion" y la regulación de estas compras vía plataformas digitales, como parte de una industria que es acusada de dañar el medioambiente y atentar contra los derechos humanos. La polémica se ha extendido a Latinoamérica, donde ya varios países avanzan en leyes de regulación y/o imposición. En la llamada capital de la moda, la apertura de la primera tienda física del gigante del "fast fashion" (moda rápida) Shein ha generado dos frentes: sus clientes y quienes consideran su presencia en Francia diabólica. Pero la polémica va más allá y ha exacerbado una pregunta que trasciende fronteras: ¿Cómo se regula esta industria que es señalada de contaminar y vulnerar derechos humanos? Latinoamérica se une a la ola de regulación Latinoamérica se une al movimiento de regulación al "fast fashion" Francia, que fue pionera en la materia al aprobar la ley contra el ultra fast fashion que impacta sobretodo gigantes como Shein o Temu, según Javier Guevara, investigador y analista jurídico de normativas innovadoras, que publica actualizaciones legales junto a la Universidad Externado de Colombia. “La ley francesa del ultra fast fashion fue la que abrió toda esta discusión a nivel mundial, pero las nuevas legislaciones responden a un contexto global donde el sector textil es el que está generando más del 10% de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero en el mundo”, agregó Guevara. En Latinoamérica se nota un impacto después de que Francia lo hiciera, “porque se comienza a hablar del tema”, indica Guevara, explicando que en Argentina la Cámara de indumentaria trabaja en un proyecto para regular las plataformas de ultra fast fashion, “con propuestas que incluyen todo lo que es la aplicación de impuestos y aranceles buscando proteger a la industria nacional”. También enumera el caso de Colombia que, aunque reconoce que los esfuerzos han sido más a nivel local, se han anunciado ajustes impositivos para la importación de prendas, buscando frenar el impacto en los productores locales. En Ecuador, desde junio de 2025, se está buscando aplicar un impuesto de 20 dólares por paquete a las compras de ropa desde el extranjero y en México se aumentaron los aranceles de las importaciones de pequeños paquetes de textiles del 19% al 33.5%, explicó el investigador, agregando que todos son esfuerzos para frenar este fenómeno de consumo masivo. El jurista destaca a Chile como el país más avanzado de la región en la materia que, además de los aranceles, contempla los textiles en una ley de responsabilidad extendida del productor para reducir los residuos. En América Latina, el consumo de estas marcas ha tenido un aumento exponencial. Es el caso de Argentina que, en lo que va del año, registró un aumento del 237% en compras vía plataformas digitales como Shein, Temu o Aliexpress, según datos del Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos. El papel protagónico de la publicidad En Colombia, el sector textil ya ha alertado del peligro para su industria, pues consumidoras como Dayana también se han dejado conquistar por los gigantes chinos. “Usualmente suelo comprar en Shein y en Temu, pues la mayoría de mi círculo compra ahí y las veces que he comprado, todo ha salido bien. El tema de reembolsos, también la información cuando es ropa, las tallas, cuando es un objeto. Hay especificaciones muy claras en cuanto al tamaño y las medidas. Entonces me ha aparecido confiable”, indicó la cliente de 23 años. Ella cuenta que la publicidad de las redes sociales la llevó a acercarse a estas marcas, principalmente en el caso de Temu. Pues dichas plataformas han jugado un papel clave en la transformación del consumo, según encontró Guevara en sus últimas investigaciones. “La llegada masiva de las redes sociales hizo un cambio en el paradigma del consumo que no se veía hace 5 o 10 años; el poder acceder a una red social donde el producto llega muy rápido y muy barato”, señaló el investigador. Para él, también habría que examinar los contenidos publicitarios de “lo que nos venden como moda o ese aumento de publicidad agresiva sobre lo que es la moda, sobre la necesidad de consumir muchas prendas todo el tiempo, de estar a última moda”. Olivier Urrutia, delegado general de la Delegación del Comercio Cooperativo en Francia, también destaca la importancia de vigilar estos anuncios, algo que contempla la ley francesa. “Esa ley obliga a las plataformas a respetar unas normativas, como por ejemplo limitar los efectos de la publicidad, pero también obligarlas al respeto de la protección de datos personales de los consumidores”. La polémica de Shein en Francia Sin duda, el paso de Francia a intentar regular la industria del ultra fast fashion ha puesto a Shein en el foco, y este ha respondido con una provocación al instalar su primera tienda física en la capital de la moda, estima Pierre Condamine, responsable de campaña de la ONG Les Amis de La Terre (Amigos de la Tierra). “Esta apertura es un intento por parte de Shein de legitimarse, de mostrarse irreprochable. En Francia, Shein ha sido muy criticada por ser una marca que solo opera en línea, que no paga impuestos y que no crea puestos de trabajo y ahora lo que hace Shein es intentar responder a eso. Esto forma parte de una estrategia de comunicación en un momento en el que son objeto de la ley fast fashion, pero es un modelo dañino y es necesario regularlo”, señaló. Aunque Shein abrió sus puertas en París, en los célebres almacenes BHV a principios de noviembre, aún sigue siendo parte del debate público y su expansión en el resto del país se ha visto frenada. Algunos sectores piden retirarla totalmente, ciertas marcas de lujo han decidido abandonar el edificio negándose a ser sus vecinos, mientras clientes como Manel se alegran de poder comprar en directo: “Yo pido por la página web, es asequible y nos permite ahorrar dinero, pero lo que crea esta polémica es la brecha entre el lujo y lo barato, ellos no quieren que gente como nosotros acceda a esos privilegios”. Comprar bonito a bajos precios, es la razón principal que dicen tener los clientes tanto de Francia como de Latinoamérica a la hora de dirigirse al gigante Shein, que Mathilde Pousseo, delegada del colectivo francés Ethique sur l'étiquette (Etica en la etiqueta), juzga por sus prácticas laborales. “Shein es realmente el modelo que menos respeta los derechos de los trabajadores a quienes somete a una presión terrible y luego vemos claramente que los precios bajos se traducen en una merma de los derechos de los trabajadores en todos los eslabones de la cadena” indicó. Para ella, el modelo económico es muy frágil y “está destinado al fracaso, pero también es responsabilidad de las personas tomar conciencia de que lo que compran es malo para la salud. Se trata de productos fabricados esencialmente con hidrocarburos y sabemos lo que hay detrás, como disruptores endocrinos, PFAS y otras sustancias que son realmente perjudiciales para el medio ambiente, pero sobre todo para la salud”, indicó. Diferentes organizaciones como Public Eye han denunciado abuso laboral de la marca con jornadas de 75 horas semanales, bajos salarios y problemas de seguridad. La precariedad laboral del "fast fashion" no es un secreto, asegura el jurista Guevara, aunque reconoce que es imposible de regular: “muchas veces ni siquiera se sabe de dónde vienen esas prendas, porque lo que hacen esas empresas es hacer unos grandes pedidos que llegan a sus filiales y ellos las redistribuyen. Entonces el rastro es muy difícil de perseguir” señaló. ¿Comprar es un acto político? Para Urrutia, la polémica de Shein es el pico de un dilema que también es moral en la sociedad actual. “Los consumidores estamos atrapados entre el dilema moral de respetar o no las condiciones de los trabajadores y la calidad de los productos y el medio ambiente, con el poder de compra. Como hay una crisis económica y una bajada del poder adquisitivo, pues la gente tiene que reflexionar sobre si se privilegia el volumen de compra o  la responsabilidad de lo que se está comprando, es un dilema que está atrapando cada vez más a las sociedades desarrolladas”, explicó. El gigante del "fast fashion" lleva la bandera de toda una industria de moda rápida que es acusada de competencia desleal, dañar el medio ambiente, tener prácticas laborales precarias y mucho más. La regulación marca un punto de inflexión, pero como dicen los expertos, es difícil vigilarlo todo y más en un contexto de crisis económica. La decisión final queda entonces en manos de los consumidores, ¿pero es posible comprar como un acto político?

La presencia de Shein en Francia ha exacerbado el debate sobre el "fast fashion" y la regulación de estas compras vía plataformas digitales, como parte de una industria que es acusada de dañar el medioambiente y atentar contra los derechos humanos. La polémica se ha extendido a Latinoamérica, donde ya varios países avanzan en leyes de regulación y/o imposición. En la llamada capital de la moda, la apertura de la primera tienda física del gigante del "fast fashion" (moda rápida) Shein ha generado dos frentes: sus clientes y quienes consideran su presencia en Francia diabólica. Pero la polémica va más allá y ha exacerbado una pregunta que trasciende fronteras: ¿Cómo se regula esta industria que es señalada de contaminar y vulnerar derechos humanos? Latinoamérica se une a la ola de regulación Latinoamérica se une al movimiento de regulación al "fast fashion" Francia, que fue pionera en la materia al aprobar la ley contra el ultra fast fashion que impacta sobretodo gigantes como Shein o Temu, según Javier Guevara, investigador y analista jurídico de normativas innovadoras, que publica actualizaciones legales junto a la Universidad Externado de Colombia. “La ley francesa del ultra fast fashion fue la que abrió toda esta discusión a nivel mundial, pero las nuevas legislaciones responden a un contexto global donde el sector textil es el que está generando más del 10% de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero en el mundo”, agregó Guevara. En Latinoamérica se nota un impacto después de que Francia lo hiciera, “porque se comienza a hablar del tema”, indica Guevara, explicando que en Argentina la Cámara de indumentaria trabaja en un proyecto para regular las plataformas de ultra fast fashion, “con propuestas que incluyen todo lo que es la aplicación de impuestos y aranceles buscando proteger a la industria nacional”. También enumera el caso de Colombia que, aunque reconoce que los esfuerzos han sido más a nivel local, se han anunciado ajustes impositivos para la importación de prendas, buscando frenar el impacto en los productores locales. En Ecuador, desde junio de 2025, se está buscando aplicar un impuesto de 20 dólares por paquete a las compras de ropa desde el extranjero y en México se aumentaron los aranceles de las importaciones de pequeños paquetes de textiles del 19% al 33.5%, explicó el investigador, agregando que todos son esfuerzos para frenar este fenómeno de consumo masivo. El jurista destaca a Chile como el país más avanzado de la región en la materia que, además de los aranceles, contempla los textiles en una ley de responsabilidad extendida del productor para reducir los residuos. En América Latina, el consumo de estas marcas ha tenido un aumento exponencial. Es el caso de Argentina que, en lo que va del año, registró un aumento del 237% en compras vía plataformas digitales como Shein, Temu o Aliexpress, según datos del Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos. El papel protagónico de la publicidad En Colombia, el sector textil ya ha alertado del peligro para su industria, pues consumidoras como Dayana también se han dejado conquistar por los gigantes chinos. “Usualmente suelo comprar en Shein y en Temu, pues la mayoría de mi círculo compra ahí y las veces que he comprado, todo ha salido bien. El tema de reembolsos, también la información cuando es ropa, las tallas, cuando es un objeto. Hay especificaciones muy claras en cuanto al tamaño y las medidas. Entonces me ha aparecido confiable”, indicó la cliente de 23 años. Ella cuenta que la publicidad de las redes sociales la llevó a acercarse a estas marcas, principalmente en el caso de Temu. Pues dichas plataformas han jugado un papel clave en la transformación del consumo, según encontró Guevara en sus últimas investigaciones. “La llegada masiva de las redes sociales hizo un cambio en el paradigma del consumo que no se veía hace 5 o 10 años; el poder acceder a una red social donde el producto llega muy rápido y muy barato”, señaló el investigador. Para él, también habría que examinar los contenidos publicitarios de “lo que nos venden como moda o ese aumento de publicidad agresiva sobre lo que es la moda, sobre la necesidad de consumir muchas prendas todo el tiempo, de estar a última moda”. Olivier Urrutia, delegado general de la Delegación del Comercio Cooperativo en Francia, también destaca la importancia de vigilar estos anuncios, algo que contempla la ley francesa. “Esa ley obliga a las plataformas a respetar unas normativas, como por ejemplo limitar los efectos de la publicidad, pero también obligarlas al respeto de la protección de datos personales de los consumidores”. La polémica de Shein en Francia Sin duda, el paso de Francia a intentar regular la industria del ultra fast fashion ha puesto a Shein en el foco, y este ha respondido con una provocación al instalar su primera tienda física en la capital de la moda, estima Pierre Condamine, responsable de campaña de la ONG Les Amis de La Terre (Amigos de la Tierra). “Esta apertura es un intento por parte de Shein de legitimarse, de mostrarse irreprochable. En Francia, Shein ha sido muy criticada por ser una marca que solo opera en línea, que no paga impuestos y que no crea puestos de trabajo y ahora lo que hace Shein es intentar responder a eso. Esto forma parte de una estrategia de comunicación en un momento en el que son objeto de la ley fast fashion, pero es un modelo dañino y es necesario regularlo”, señaló. Aunque Shein abrió sus puertas en París, en los célebres almacenes BHV a principios de noviembre, aún sigue siendo parte del debate público y su expansión en el resto del país se ha visto frenada. Algunos sectores piden retirarla totalmente, ciertas marcas de lujo han decidido abandonar el edificio negándose a ser sus vecinos, mientras clientes como Manel se alegran de poder comprar en directo: “Yo pido por la página web, es asequible y nos permite ahorrar dinero, pero lo que crea esta polémica es la brecha entre el lujo y lo barato, ellos no quieren que gente como nosotros acceda a esos privilegios”. Comprar bonito a bajos precios, es la razón principal que dicen tener los clientes tanto de Francia como de Latinoamérica a la hora de dirigirse al gigante Shein, que Mathilde Pousseo, delegada del colectivo francés Ethique sur l'étiquette (Etica en la etiqueta), juzga por sus prácticas laborales. “Shein es realmente el modelo que menos respeta los derechos de los trabajadores a quienes somete a una presión terrible y luego vemos claramente que los precios bajos se traducen en una merma de los derechos de los trabajadores en todos los eslabones de la cadena” indicó. Para ella, el modelo económico es muy frágil y “está destinado al fracaso, pero también es responsabilidad de las personas tomar conciencia de que lo que compran es malo para la salud. Se trata de productos fabricados esencialmente con hidrocarburos y sabemos lo que hay detrás, como disruptores endocrinos, PFAS y otras sustancias que son realmente perjudiciales para el medio ambiente, pero sobre todo para la salud”, indicó. Diferentes organizaciones como Public Eye han denunciado abuso laboral de la marca con jornadas de 75 horas semanales, bajos salarios y problemas de seguridad. La precariedad laboral del "fast fashion" no es un secreto, asegura el jurista Guevara, aunque reconoce que es imposible de regular: “muchas veces ni siquiera se sabe de dónde vienen esas prendas, porque lo que hacen esas empresas es hacer unos grandes pedidos que llegan a sus filiales y ellos las redistribuyen. Entonces el rastro es muy difícil de perseguir” señaló. ¿Comprar es un acto político? Para Urrutia, la polémica de Shein es el pico de un dilema que también es moral en la sociedad actual. “Los consumidores estamos atrapados entre el dilema moral de respetar o no las condiciones de los trabajadores y la calidad de los productos y el medio ambiente, con el poder de compra. Como hay una crisis económica y una bajada del poder adquisitivo, pues la gente tiene que reflexionar sobre si se privilegia el volumen de compra o  la responsabilidad de lo que se está comprando, es un dilema que está atrapando cada vez más a las sociedades desarrolladas”, explicó. El gigante del "fast fashion" lleva la bandera de toda una industria de moda rápida que es acusada de competencia desleal, dañar el medio ambiente, tener prácticas laborales precarias y mucho más. La regulación marca un punto de inflexión, pero como dicen los expertos, es difícil vigilarlo todo y más en un contexto de crisis económica. La decisión final queda entonces en manos de los consumidores, ¿pero es posible comprar como un acto político?

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Klares Wasser, direkt aus der Leitung. Für uns in Deutschland eine Selbstverständlichkeit, dabei ist es ein echtes Luxusgut. Dafür sorgt übrigens auch die VDI-Richtlinie 6023 zur Hygiene in Trinkwasserinstallationen. Zum „Tag der Trinkwasserhygiene“ spricht unser Host Marco Dadomo mit Dominik Lanzl von a tip: tap e. V., der sich leidenschaftlich dafür einsetzt Leitungswasser zum Hauptgetränk der Gesellschaft zu machen und so den enormen Verbrauch von Flaschenwasser zu reduzieren.

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In this episode, Dr. Jockers reveals the simplest yet most powerful strategy to heal and protect your brain: intermittent fasting. By stabilizing blood sugar and reducing insulin levels, fasting supports mitochondrial health, which is crucial for maintaining brain function and preventing degeneration.   You'll learn how brain degeneration isn't something that happens overnight, but rather a 30–40 year process that starts early, often in childhood. Dr. Jockers explains how poor metabolic health over time can silently damage the brain, leading to conditions like dementia and Alzheimer's.   Finally, discover how intermittent fasting not only supports brain repair but also activates powerful neuroprotective mechanisms, including the production of BDNF, a critical factor for brain regeneration. It's a simple lifestyle shift with profound long-term effects on cognitive health.   In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction to Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health 02:34 The Rise of Brain Degeneration 03:41 Benefits of Intermittent Fasting 09:28 Understanding Neuroinflammation 13:02 Preparing for Intermittent Fasting 15:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Struggling with digestion? Masszymes by BiOptimizers is the most potent digestive enzyme formula, featuring 300-500% more protease than most brands. This powerful blend breaks down proteins and other macronutrients, reducing bloating, inflammation, and indigestion. Try Masszymes risk-free with a 365-day money-back guarantee. Boost your digestion and feel your best—get yours today at bioptimizers.com/jockers and save 10% with promo code 'JOCKERS'! If you're serious about reducing your toxic load, I highly recommend upgrading to the P600 ceramic cookware. It's 100% free from Teflon, PFAS, and plastic coatings, ensuring a non-toxic cooking experience. Right now, you can get it for 50% off, plus an extra 20% off with the code SAFE20 at checkout! Don't miss this limited-time offer—head to chefsfoundry.com/jockers to claim your discount today!     "You don't just wake up with dementia — it's a 30–40 year process silently damaging your brain long before symptoms appear."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Use code JOCKERS at bioptimizers.com/jockers to save 10% Use code Safe20 at chefsfoundry.com/jockers     Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/ 

On this post-Thanksgiving edition of MAHA News, Jordan Sather and Nate Prince kick things off with holiday banter before digging into a rapid-fire barrage of health, agriculture, and regulatory bombshells. They react to Dr. Marty Makari's explosive podcast revelations about Lyme disease origins and U.S. cancer patients' cells being gene-edited in China, then break down major shifts inside America's health agencies, from new HHS leadership to Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham stepping in as the CDC's new #2. The hosts examine the uproar over the CDC's vaccine-autism webpage update, Senator Bill Cassidy's pharma-funded outrage, and newly exposed corruption inside HHS. From there, the episode turns to food and agriculture: Campbell's Soup executives trashing their own products, PFAS pesticide approvals, and Chuck Grassley's defense of Big Ag as Kennedy advisors target harmful pesticides. Jordan and Nate highlight alarming cancer clusters in heavy-spray states, unpack USDA and EPA failures, and spotlight ranchers fighting back through private-member co-ops and new grassroots alliances aimed at breaking the Big Four packer monopoly. They close with cannabis policy hypocrisy, fluoride debates, demographic decline, and the MAHA community's new health challenge board.

This week on Truth to Power, we bring you a community conversation about reducing single use disposable plastics in foodservice and the food safety codes that impact efforts to avoid disposables. This conversation was hosted by Beyond Plastics Louisville at their November 20th meeting, and it featured Alison Schleck, Environmental Health Supervisor for the Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness Food Safety Program. Alison engaged in a rich dialogue with Beyond Plastics Louisville members about our food safety codes as they apply to reusable containers for food and drink. Learn more about Beyond Plastics Louisville at https://www.facebook.com/groups/beyondplasticslouky. Watch a recording of the evening at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SniWcZrwwA The next meeting of Beyond Plastics Louisville will be a dinner gathering on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 at 6pm at Mashup Food Hall in NuLu (750 E Jefferson St.). Join fellow plastic haters at this in-person gathering for dinner, followed by a discussion of the new book, The Problem with Plastic, by Beyond Plastic's founder, Judith Enck. These are some things we learned from our conversation with Alison: • The Food Safety Program oversees 4,600 food facilities in the Louisville metro area, with 17 inspectors and 2 supervisors. Most facilities have two inspections per year. • When restaurant customers dine in, they may bring reusable containers for their leftovers, as long as the restaurant staff do not handle the containers. For other carryouts, the kitchen cannot accept a customer's container. • For coffee shops, the vendor may prepare beverages and transfer into the customer's container, as long as the transfer is contamination free, with no direct contact. Shops, such as Starbucks, may choose whether or not they will allow customers to bring their containers. • Another option (used at some college campuses and in other locales) would be for a food service to provide food in a reusable container that the customer would return to the business or a third party service to be cleaned and sanitized before being reused. • Pam asked if the food safety code addressed possible chemical or microplastic contamination from plastic packaging, containers, or utensils. Alison said the food code standards require that food contact surfaces not allow “migration of deleterious substances' into food. The current code prevents contact with some metals such as lead, copper, or galvanized metal. Regarding concerns about PFAS, Alison said the code specifies that cooking surfaces with Perfluoroalkyl non-stick coatings may not be scratched. • Pam also asked about processes where food is cooked in plastic. These are currently allowed by the code. • Beatriz asked about the process for adopting or changing the KY food code. Who decides which federal code is followed? Alison answered that the KY Dept. for Public Health adopts the code. This department is under the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. • Beatriz also asked if the Metro Food Safety Program regulates food trucks. She has noticed that most food trucks seem to use Styrofoam containers. Food trucks are regulated and inspected, but Styrofoam is allowed by the code. • Arnita asked about educational resources for a friend who teaches fifth graders. Pam recommended programs from kNOw Waste Louisville. Both Pam and Shayla recommended the film Microplastic Madness. On Truth to Power each week, we gather people from around the community to discuss the state of the world, the nation, the state, and the city! It's a community conversation like you won't hear anywhere else! Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://forwardradio.org

In the latest episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc sits down with Liza Amlani, Chief Merchant and Principal of Retail Strategy Group, who returns to the podcast to share timely insights from her new book, "The Material Life: Process Innovation for Retailers and Brands" Recognized globally as a retail thought leader, Amlani brings her two decades of merchandising expertise to a provocative argument: the retail industry has been obsessed with what products it sells, while neglecting how those products are made—a blind spot costing brands both time and money.Amlani illustrates how process innovation begins long before a product hits the shelf. Traditional apparel development starts with a design concept, hunting for materials to match. Her materials-first model flips that dynamic, accelerating time to market, reducing over-development, and eliminating redundant fabric, trim, and colour decisions. She cites examples where retailers were creating thousands of unnecessary material variations—like zippers—without realizing the margin erosion and operational chaos this creates.Throughout the conversation, Amlani explains how silos between merchants, sourcing, materials, design, and marketing teams create a “butterfly effect” where one late-stage decision can unravel deadlines, sample production, and vendor negotiations. Breaking those silos strengthens governance, reduces waste, and aligns teams around measurable outcomes including her Material Adoption Rate (MAR) framework—an accountability tool that tracks how many material developments actually make it into assortments.The episode also explores the rising influence of AI in fabric research and digital product creation, the impact of sourcing regulations emerging in North America and Europe, and how leading brands like lululemon are quietly reshaping their operating models through materials-led go-to-market roles. Amlani argues that brands embracing transparency, vendor partnership, and digital material workflows will unlock significant margin upside at a time when inflation, tariffs, supply chain friction, and fast-fashion disruptors are redefining consumer expectations.Finally, the discussion turns to the road ahead. As retailers prepare for 2026, Amlani urges leaders to rethink the fabric of product creation itself, invest in consumer-centric assortments, and treat materials not as an afterthought but as a strategic asset. For retailers, merchants, product developers, and sourcing teams eager to future-proof their business, this episode is a masterclass in modern merchandising excellence. The Voice of Retail podcast is presented by Hale, a performance marketing partner trusted by brands like ASICS, Saje, and Orangetheory to scale with focus and impact. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

De Ninja Crispi is de nieuwste compacte airfryer van SharkNinja, bekend van de Creami-ijsmaker en de Slushi. Het apparaat richt zich op klein huishoudelijk gebruik en eenvoudig koken, met een ontwerp dat afwijkt van traditionele airfryers. Dankzij twee glazen bakken – 3,8 liter en 1,4 liter – kun je direct zien hoe het eten gaart. De schalen zijn PFAS-vrij, vaatwasserbestendig en voorzien van bewaardeksels, al zijn ze relatief zwaar en nemen ze veel ruimte in. De Crispi werkt met een PowerPod van 1700 watt en verwarmt tot ongeveer 185 graden. Volgens Ninja gebruikt het toestel tot 50% minder stroom dan een oven, wat in lijn ligt met het algemene voordeel van airfryers bij kleine porties. De bediening is bewust simpel gehouden: vier modi (AirFry, Roast, Keep Warm en ReCrisp) zonder mogelijkheid om zelf de temperatuur in te stellen. Dat maakt het apparaat laagdrempelig, maar minder flexibel bij recepten waarbij temperatuur en tijd nauw luisteren. In gebruik levert de Ninja Crispi consistente resultaten voor snacks, broodjes, vis en kip. De ReCrisp-functie springt eruit: restjes zoals pizza of aardappeltjes worden opnieuw knapperig zonder uitdrogen. Tegelijk is de capaciteit beperkt. De 3,8-liter schaal is geschikt voor zo'n twee personen, eventueel drie bij kleinere porties. Voor grotere maaltijden of gezinnen schiet het apparaat tekort. Daarnaast vraagt het ontbreken van een traditionele lade met handgreep om wat meer handelingen bij het serveren. Qua prijs zit de Crispi in de middenklasse. Hoewel hij oorspronkelijk rond de 180 euro kostte, ligt de actuele verkoopprijs meestal rond de 115 euro. In die prijscategorie zijn airfryers verkrijgbaar met meer inhoud en meer instelmogelijkheden, ook binnen het eigen Ninja-assortiment. De Ninja Crispi is daarmee vooral een compacte, eenvoudige airfryer voor kleine huishoudens die zoeken naar snel en energiezuinig koken, met goede resultaten voor snacks en restjes. Voor wie grotere porties bereidt of gericht zoekt naar precieze temperatuurcontrole, zijn er praktischere alternatieven. Luister de hele podcast voor het eindoordeel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The EPA approved two new PFAS-containing pesticides for food crops and plans four more. Scientists warn this deliberately increases dietaryexposure to persistent chemicals linked to cancer and birth defects.A magician who implanted an RFID chip in his hand for stage tricks forgot the password and is now permanently locked out of the device inside his own body. Perhaps he should have had the password tattooed backwards on his forehead.A fired Ohio contractor plead guilty to resetting 2,500 coworker passwords via PowerShell, paralyzing the company and causing $862,000 in damages. We're thinking this will keep him fired for quite a whileMI5 warns MPs that Chinese state agents are aggressively targeting lawmakers and staff through fake recruiter profiles on LinkedIn to cultivate intelligence sources. LinkedIn is not the friend it once was.NordPass data confirms Gen Z now chooses weaker passwords than 80-year-olds, proving every generation remains terrible at basic security hygiene. Wait… Your password is worse than your grand mothers? Please subscribe to this podcastProminent cryptographer accuses NSA of rigging IETF process to force adoption of deliberately weakened post-quantum encryption standards despite community objections. That could explain some of the very trivial ways some of these encryption algos have been broken lately.Microsoft's new Copilot Actions can autonomously edit user files but openly warns it's vulnerable to hijacking that enables data theft or malware installation. Sweet, right?U.S. Cyber Command quietly awarded millions to a stealth startup building fully autonomous AI agents designed for large-scale offensive cyberattacks. The twist is that they are not writing code to help AI help people, in this case it's code to help AI. Why bother with the slow middle man?Researchers unveiled EchoGram, a subtle token trick that silently disables safety guardrails on GPT-4, Claude, Gemini, and nearly every major LLM. Guardrails. Great concept, but not so much in practice.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Cydian Kauffman, CEO of Pure Water Northwest. 

Water Quality and Filtration: Cydian Kauffman, CEO of Pure Water Northwest, delves into the intricacies of water quality and filtration. Kauffman, an expert in making water quality understandable and accessible, discusses the various methods to test and improve water quality, the efficacy of different water filtration systems, and common misconceptions about water contaminants. They explore the advantages and limitations of carbon filters and reverse osmosis systems, address concerns about municipal water safety, and consider the presence of microplastics and forever chemicals in tap water. Practical advice is provided for consumers on selecting appropriate filtration systems and understanding the importance of regular water testing. This insightful discussion also touches on broader water quality issues, including potential health impacts and future water supply challenges.

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EP 268The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approves PFAS-containing pesticides for everyday food crops, opening a new pathway for “forever chemicals” to reach dinner plates.​A magician who implanted an RFID chip in his hand for performances discovers the ultimate trick: he's permanently locked out by his own forgotten password. He must not be Gen XFired Ohio contractor pleads guilty to crippling his former employer's network with a single script, causing $862,000 in damage, chaos for thousands of workers, but he might get free room and board out of it for the next 10 yearsMI5 warns parliamentarians that Chinese state agents are systematically targeting them through fake recruiter profiles on LinkedIn. Now Parliamentarians can be just like the rest of us!NordPass data reveals Gen Z now picks even weaker passwords than 80-year-olds, proving humanity will never get the secure password thing right.A leading cryptographer accuses the NSA of orchestrating a quiet IETF takeover to force through deliberately weakened post-quantum encryption standards.Microsoft's new Copilot Actions can autonomously manage your files-yet the company admits it can be tricked into stealing data or installing malware. Oh, yes. We all want that.U.S. Cyber Command quietly funds a stealth AI startup to build autonomous systems capable of executing large-scale offensive cyberattacks.HiddenLayer researchers expose a subtle token-sequence attack that silently bypasses safety guardrails on GPT-4, Claude, Gemini, and nearly every major LLM.C'mon, put your dentures in and let's see if we can come up with a password better than your Gran.Find the full transcript of this podcast here.

EU har misslyckats med sina storslagna skogsplaner, framför allt skogen som kolsänka. Och den kommande Avskogningsförordningen är ett "byråkratiskt monster" som den nya kommissionen måste hantera. Gölin Carina Christiansen, senior rådgivare på North Swedens kontor i Bryssel, skräder inte orden när hon tycker till om EUs skogspolitik.Till Land Lantbruks reporter Göran Berglund berättar hon också om den ilska hon känner över att EU har fokuserat så mycket på skogen i sitt miljöarbete i stället för konkreta miljöproblem som till exempel PFAS. Det här är Lantbrukspodden.Har du synpunkter eller förslag på ämnen och gäster till podden?Mejla oss på lantbrukspodden@landlantbruk.se

In this episode, Dr. Jockers and Dr. Chris D'Adamo break down how your immune system learns, adapts, and strengthens over time—and why beta-glucan is one of the most researched natural compounds for resilience. You'll hear how immune modulation, not just stimulation, can keep you healthy through stress, seasonal shifts, and everyday exposures.   You'll learn how gut health, stress hormones, and immune function are deeply connected, and why improving your stress tolerance starts with lowering inflammation and supporting your microbiome. Dr. D'Adamo explains the science behind cortisol, trained immunity, and the role beta-glucan plays in balancing your system long before symptoms appear.   You'll also discover why immune aging may be one of the biggest drivers of biological aging—and how supporting your innate defenses can influence longevity, energy, and mood. Throughout the conversation, you'll pick up practical strategies you can start using today to strengthen immunity in a real, sustainable way.   In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction to Beta-Glucan and Cancer Research 00:37 Training Your Immune System 01:23 Beta-Glucan: Sources and Benefits 05:48 Interview with Dr. Chris D'Adamo: Immune System Focus 08:07 Beta-Glucan and Immune Modulation 09:44 Cold and Flu Season: Immune System Tips 11:24 Beta-Glucan and Biological Aging 17:45 Beta-Glucan Dosage and Usage 20:23 Personal Immune System Strategies 22:55 Trained Immunity and Beta-Glucan 25:14 Beta-Glucan and Cortisol Reduction 30:05 The Role of Beta-Glucan in Detoxification 33:07 Supplements and Modern Toxicity 34:45 Beta-Glucan for Kids 36:26 Exciting Research on Immune Health 39:17 Daily Habits for a Strong Immune System 42:12 The Benefits of Sauna and Cold Exposure 47:10 Choosing the Right Beta-Glucan Supplement 48:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hydration is one of the fastest ways to boost your energy, sharpen your focus, curb cravings, and even improve the look and feel of your skin — but water alone isn't enough. Your cells need electrolytes to actually absorb and use that hydration. Paleovalley Essential Electrolytes delivers premium, full-spectrum minerals with zero sugar, no artificial ingredients, and unprocessed sea salt, helping you feel more energized, clear-headed, and vibrant — and look more radiant from the inside out. Just one scoop a day can make a noticeable difference. Try Paleovalley Essential Electrolytes and save 15% by visiting Paleovalley.com/jockers and using code JOCKERS at checkout.   If you're serious about reducing your toxic load, I highly recommend upgrading to the P600 ceramic cookware. It's 100% free from Teflon, PFAS, and plastic coatings, ensuring a non-toxic cooking experience. Right now, you can get it for 50% off, plus an extra 20% off with the code SAFE20 at checkout! Don't miss this limited-time offer—head to chefsfoundry.com/jockers to claim your discount today!     "Beta-glucans aren't just immune boosters—they're immune modulators, helping balance and strengthen your body's defenses against pathogens."      Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Get 15% off Paleovalley Electrolites: paleovalley.com/jockers – Use code JOCKERS Use code SAFE20 at chefsfoundry.com/jockers to claim your discount today!     Connect with Dr. Chris D'Adamo: Website - https://www.betterwayhealth.com/   Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/ 

The Top End of Australia mops up the damage from Tropical Cyclone Fina.

Im Ringen um einen Plan für ein Ende des Ukraine-Kriegs gibt es Fortschritte. Bei Gesprächen in Genf haben die USA und die Ukraine gemeinsam einen neuen Entwurf erstellt. Wie die Verhandlungen bei den Ukrainerinnen und Ukrainer ankommen, erklärt Daniela Prugger, freie Journalistin in Kiew. · Sie haben Hustensirup getrunken und sind daran gestorben: In Indien erschüttert der Tod von 20 Kindern das Land. Auch die Weltgesundheitsorganisation WHO ist alarmiert. Denn: Indien gilt als Apotheke der Welt und beliefert andere Länder mit günstigen Medikamenten. Südasien-Korrespondentin Maren Peters über die Hintergründe. · Schweizer Soldatinnen und Soldaten sollen wieder Munition mit nach Hause nehmen. So will es die Sicherheitspolitische Kommission des Ständerats und will damit einen Parlamentsentscheid aus dem Jahr 2007 rückgängig machen. Was hat sich seit der Verbannung der Taschenmunution aus den Haushalten verändert? Antworten von Kriminologin Nora Markwalder. · PFAS landen vor allem übers Essen in unserem Körper. Kürzlich zeigte ein Bericht auf, welche Nahrungsmittel in der Schweiz besonders mit den Ewigkeitschemikalien belastet sind. Wie es in unseren Nachbarländern ausschaut, erklärt der ETH-Chemiker Martin Scheringer.

C'était hier une journée d'hommage à Mehdi Kessaci, à Marseille. Mehdi, 20 ans, assassiné le 13 novembre dernier, était le frère d'Amine Kessaci, jeune militant écologiste engagé contre le narcotrafic dans les quartiers Nord de la ville. Un assassinat interprété comme un « crime d'avertissement ». Hier, plus de 6 000 personnes se sont rassemblées à Marseille, dont de nombreuses personnalités politiques. Le Parisien-Dimanche a choisi une photo où l'on voit la mère des deux jeunes hommes, portant un foulard blanc, éplorée, soutenue par son fils Amine. Elle s'est adressée aux assassins de Mehdi, abattu par deux hommes à moto : « Assassins », leur a-t-elle dit, « vous m'avez déjà tuée, mais vous ne tuerez jamais mon amour, celui que j'ai pour mes enfants ». Dans la foule, une maman témoigne : « On craint pour notre vie, pour notre famille. Il faut briser le silence, sortir de l'omerta et couper la tête de ces mafias ».  La vie dans les quartiers La Tribune Dimanche a, elle aussi, rencontré des Marseillais venus participer à ce rassemblement. C'est le cas de Béatrice, une enseignante d'une quarantaine d'années qui raconte : « Dans les quartiers, il n'y a plus aucun service public, à part l'école. Même les médecins ont fui. Il ne reste plus que la drogue et la mort. C'est comme si on ne voulait pas que les pauvres s'en sortent ». Dans son éditorial, Bruno Jeudy appelle, lui, à faire front contre le narcotrafic : « Plus personne ne doit baisser les yeux » dit-il, « ni les élus, ni les forces de l'ordre, ni les magistrats, ni surtout les citoyens. Luttons contre cette pieuvre qui étouffe la République, brise des vies et fabrique la mort ». Netanyahu sur la corde raide L'Express se penche sur l'avenir de Benyamin Netanyahu.  A l'approche de nouvelles élections, l'année prochaine, l'hebdomadaire soupèse les chances du Premier ministre israélien, 76 ans. « Cerné de toutes parts, donné perdant, il devra mener une campagne des législatives à haut risque. » D'autant que, ajoute l'hebdomadaire, « depuis le 7 octobre, Netanyahou a perdu deux de ses principaux atouts : il s'était toujours vendu comme "Monsieur Sécurité", capable de protéger Israël, et il se disait le seul capable de défendre les intérêts israéliens, en particulier vis-à-vis des Etats-Unis. Or, il ne peut plus rien refuser à Trump ». Pour autant, Netanyahu ne part pas perdant, précise l'Express : « Même si les sondages ne le placent pas très haut, toute personne suivant la politique israélienne sait qu'il reste une force majeure et qu'il fera tout ce qui est en son pouvoir pour survivre politiquement. »  Retour en France L'écrivain franco-algérien Boualem Sansal est en France et à la Une du Point. Boualem Sansal, libéré le 12 novembre après avoir passé un an en prison en Algérie. Il a finalement été gracié par le président algérien, à la suite d'une médiation du président allemand. Avant de revenir en France, cette semaine, Boualem Sansal a passé plusieurs jours en Allemagne. En Une, le Point nous promet « ses premières paroles d'homme libre », paroles recueillies par son ami Kamel Daoud, écrivain franco-algérien lui aussi, qui a pu joindre Boualem Sansal, alors qu'il était encore en Allemagne. « Veux-tu que j'écrive une phrase précise ? », lui demande Kamel Daoud. « Bonjour la France, Boualem revient, on va gagner ! » répond Boualem Sansal. L'écrivain raconte également qu'en prison, il n'a pas pu écrire. « J'étais comme coupé du monde » dit-il. Discrétion On n'en saura guère plus. Car depuis qu'il est rentré en Europe, en Allemagne, puis en France, Boualem Sansal n'a fait aucune apparition publique, n'a répondu à aucune question de journaliste. Une discrétion toute diplomatique, qui a sans doute été négociée en même temps que la libération de l'écrivain, et alors que les relations semblent se réchauffer entre la Paris et Alger. Ce qui donne un peu d'espoir pour un autre détenu en Algérie. Le Point rappelle  que le journaliste français Christophe Gleizes, accusé notamment « d'apologie du terrorisme », « condamné en juin dernier à 7 ans de prison, sera  jugé en appel, le 3 décembre prochain ».  Boues industrielles L'eau potable manque dans certaines régions du nord-est de la France. C'est le Nouvel Obs, qui s'est penché sur la question et nous explique « que les habitants de plusieurs communes ont interdiction depuis l'été de consommer l'eau du robinet, en raison de taux de polluants éternels supérieurs à la norme », les fameux PFAS, qui font si peur... En cause, notamment, des boues industrielles, « épandues sur des parcelles agricoles ». Pour les habitants, contraints d'utiliser l'eau en bouteille, l'heure est à l'inquiétude. « Depuis combien de temps boivent-ils une eau contaminée ? Des mois, des années, voire des décennies ? » interroge le Nouvel Obs. Chacun craint pour sa santé. Une habitante, qui a même renoncé à l'eau du robinet pour faire ses lessives, le dit franchement :« Cette eau, je la vois maintenant comme du poison ».

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Franklin Camargo and CJ Pearson about Sam Harris shocking "Triggernometry's" Konstantin Kisin and Francis Foster with who he blames for creating the conditions for Charlie Kirk's assassination and why he thinks Donald Trump deserves to win a Nobel Peace Prize for negotiating the Israel peace deal with Hamas and the return of the Israeli hostages; Nalin Haley explaining to Tucker Carlson why legal immigrants are turning against H-1B visas, international students and dual citizenship; Nancy Pelosi giving her first interview since announcing her retirement and telling CNN's Anderson Cooper the real reason that she's retiring now; how Zohran Mamdani's "defund the police" position could lead NYC to have more brutal crimes like the one just committed by Lawrence Reed in Chicago, where he set a woman on fire on a CTA train; Fox News' Martha MacCallum getting into a tense exchange with Democrat Jason Crow about his telling U.S. military that they have the right to refuse illegal orders of Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ----------  Today's Sponsors: BlueChew - BlueChew is the original brand offering chewable tablets for better sex. Try your first month of Blue Chew tablets FREE when you use promo code RUBIN. Go to: http://bluechew.com/ and use promo code RUBIN Tax Network USA - If you owe back taxes or have unfiled returns, don't let the government take advantage of you. Whether you owe a few thousand or a few million, they can help you. Call 1(800)-958-1000 for a private, free consultation or Go to: https://tnusa.com/dave Covepure - A countertop water purifier certified to remove up to 99.9% of impurities including fluoride, PFAs, fertilizer runoff, pharmaceuticals, and others. Go to https://covepure.com/rubin to get $250 off for a limited time only!

In this episode, Dr. Jockers explains how drinking apple cider vinegar before bed strengthens your intestinal mitochondria, setting up a healthier gut ecosystem while you sleep. This simple habit supports fat burning and improves metabolic health.   You'll learn how acetic acid promotes mitophagy, breaking down damaged mitochondria and replacing them with stronger, more efficient ones. This process reduces inflammation and enhances cellular function overnight.   Dr. Jockers also dives into how improving gut function at night leads to better sleep, balanced blood sugar, and a resilient intestinal lining. These changes help you wake up feeling more refreshed, energized, and healthier.   In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction to Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits 00:34 Podcast Welcome and Overview 00:59 Health Coaching and Resources 04:20 Apple Cider Vinegar Before Bedtime 04:56 Scientific Breakdown of Apple Cider Vinegar 08:52 Apple Cider Vinegar's Impact on Gut Health 14:52 Conclusion and Call to Action Struggling with digestion? Masszymes by BiOptimizers is the most potent digestive enzyme formula, featuring 300-500% more protease than most brands. This powerful blend breaks down proteins and other macronutrients, reducing bloating, inflammation, and indigestion. Try Masszymes risk-free with a 365-day money-back guarantee. Boost your digestion and feel your best—get yours today at bioptimizers.com/jockers and save 10% with promo code 'JOCKERS'! If you're serious about reducing your toxic load, I highly recommend upgrading to the P600 ceramic cookware. It's 100% free from Teflon, PFAS, and plastic coatings, ensuring a non-toxic cooking experience. Right now, you can get it for 50% off, plus an extra 20% off with the code SAFE20 at checkout! Don't miss this limited-time offer—head to chefsfoundry.com/jockers to claim your discount today!     "When you strengthen your gut, burn fat for fuel, and lower inflammation overnight, you wake up refreshed, restored, and feeling younger and healthier."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Use code JOCKERS at bioptimizers.com/jockers to save 10% Use code Safe20 at chefsfoundry.com/jockers     Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/ 

Hosts Matthew Wallace and Tom Simmons talk about the EPA's new proposed rule change to how TSCA looks at PFAS. While the rule change is only "Purposed" its ramifications could be far reaching. Regardless, another delay in reporting is certain.  Listen to learn more and subscribe to The Pulse for all the details.

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The Wisconsin DNR is providing bottled water to more than 1,700 households because of PFAS contamination in their drinking water. One impacted community, the Town of Campbell, has come up with its own solution.

Sponsored By: → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! Get My Brand Masterlist⁠ https://drchristiangonzalez.com/best-brands-form-2-2/ Get Dry Cleaning Guide⁠ https://drchristiangonzalez.com/dry-cleaning-pdf-request-form/ Episode Description You might think liver damage comes from alcohol or sugar. But a new USC study reveals the real threat could be hanging in your closet. If you dry clean your clothes even once or twice a month, you're exposing yourself to Perchloroethylene (PCE)—a toxic solvent now strongly linked to liver fibrosis, brain fog, cancer, and even Parkinson's disease. This isn't just a factory worker problem. For many people, routine dry cleaning is the hidden environmental exposure driving chronic health issues no doctor can explain. PCE doesn't just disappear after cleaning. It off-gasses into your home, absorbs through your skin, and accumulates in your liver and nervous system. And the majority of dry cleaners still use it. Without asking the right questions, you have no idea what chemicals are saturating the fabrics touching your body every single day. And your liver, brain, and nervous system are paying the price. In this episode, Dr. Christian Gonzalez breaks down the USC Keck study and reveals how to protect yourself from this silent toxin: • Why dry cleaning increases your odds of liver fibrosis by 3X • The neurotoxic chemical triggering brain fog, headaches, and nervous system dysregulation • The Cancer and Parkinson's link researchers are now confirming • The exact 3 questions to ask your dry cleaner today to protect your family • The PFAS trap hiding in stain-proof and wrinkle-free fabrics (forever chemicals that never leave your body) • How PCE contaminates local groundwater and creates toxic exposure for entire communities This episode goes beyond your closet. It's a wake-up call about the pervasive, invisible toxins lurking in everyday life—and how to take action now to protect your liver, stabilize your nervous system, and reclaim your health. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:21 - USC Study: PCE Chemical Increases Liver Fibrosis Risk 5x 4:00 - Real Patient Case: Bladder Cancer from Living Above Dry Cleaner 6:22 - What Actually Happens During Dry Cleaning Process 8:12 - Alternative Solvents: Are "Green" Cleaners Actually Safe? 10:21 - PFAS Forever Chemicals in Stain-Resistant Treatments 11:28 - How Dry Cleaning Chemicals Enter Your Body 14:08 - Symptoms of Chemical Exposure: Brain Fog to Liver Damage 16:34 - Questions to Ask Your Dry Cleaner Right Now 19:00 - Safer Alternatives: Professional Wet Cleaning Explained 21:08 - Action Steps to Protect Your Health Today

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Ryan N. Schmit, Of Counsel with B&C, and Senior Regulatory Consultant with The Acta Group (Acta®). Ryan joined us a few weeks ago and we wanted to show off our newest Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) superstar. We discuss Ryan's illustrious career with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over the past 15 years. As you will hear, Ryan has been at the forefront of TSCA policy development, Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (Lautenberg) legislative developments and Agency implementation, new chemical determinations under TSCA, and the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention's (OCSPP) evolving approach to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) strategy, among many other responsibilities. ALL MATERIALS IN THIS PODCAST ARE PROVIDED SOLELY FOR INFORMATIONAL  AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES. THE MATERIALS ARE NOT INTENDED TO CONSTITUTE LEGAL ADVICE OR THE PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES. ALL LEGAL QUESTIONS SHOULD BE ANSWERED DIRECTLY BY A LICENSED ATTORNEY PRACTICING IN THE APPLICABLE AREA OF LAW. ©2025 Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.  All Rights Reserved

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Host Paul K. Boyce, PE, PG, President and CEO of P.W. Grosser, speaks with Chris Wenczel, PG, Senior Project Manager, about the long history and quiet spread of forever chemicals, per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), across modern products and infrastructure. In Episode 73 Part 1, they trace how firefighting foams, floor finishes, and cleaning practices helped move PFAS from industrial sites into everyday settings. The discussion highlights early gaps in health research, including the reality that serious study did not begin until roughly 2015, and contrasts the current federal drinking water level of 4 parts per trillion with wastewater concentrations reported as high as 229,000 parts per trillion. As Chris notes, “we do not find out that something is harmful until we are down the road and it is already in the environment,” a pattern that shapes how regulators and communities now respond. Visit pwgrosser.com/podcast to listen, learn more about PFAS in your surroundings, and be ready for Part 2 of this two part series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Water Quality Association Podcast. https://wqa.org. What did 2025 mean for water-quality policy, and what's next in Washington during an election year? Our guest is Ted Mondloch, Vice President at Current Strategies, WQA's lobbying and public-affairs partner in D.C. Ted recaps a year marked by shifting regulatory priorities, the bipartisan progress of the Healthy H2O Act, and renewed optimism for advancing water-infrastructure initiatives.

In this episode of 21st Century Water, we sit down with Jeffrey Szabo, CEO of the Suffolk County Water Authority, to explore how strong leadership and strategic planning are transforming one of the largest water utilities in New York. Szabo shares his path from public administration into the water sector, emphasizing that a technical background isn't a prerequisite for impactful leadership. His administrative expertise and focus on culture, innovation, and accountability have positioned the organization as an industry leader.We begin with Szabo's early days in government and how he unexpectedly transitioned into water utility management. Initially unsure about his fit for the role, he realized his skills in project management, strategic visioning, and organizational leadership were exactly what the Authority needed. Over the past 16 years, he's led with a clear strategic direction, focusing first on departmental metrics, then developing the Authority's first and second strategic plans. These plans focus on core operational pillars—like treatment, laboratory science, customer service, and technology—while more recently emphasizing culture, professional growth, and employee retention.Szabo stresses the importance of empowering staff, shifting the culture from passive compliance to active participation. Early challenges included getting employees comfortable with open dialogue, process review, and decision-making autonomy. Over time, the organization evolved into one where continuous improvement and innovation are expected and supported.We then move into the scale of the infrastructure managed by the Authority. It serves 1.2 million residents across an 86-mile stretch, supported by 6,000 miles of water main, over 250 well fields, and 60 storage tanks. The utility draws entirely from a sole source aquifer and operates 600 wells, all maintained with a keen eye on sustainability and proactive investment. Szabo outlines a $110 million capital budget and a $175 million O&M budget, highlighting costs around labor, electricity, and ongoing treatment upgrades.On innovation, Szabo talks about meter-reading pilots, paperless work orders, and customer service enhancements. He also shares their proactive approach to PFAS contamination. Instead of waiting for regulations, they invested early in treatment systems, funded transparently through a dedicated surcharge. The result: full compliance with future federal regulations—six years ahead of schedule.Lastly, Szabo reflects on his role as president of AMWA and the value of knowledge-sharing among the nation's top utility leaders. He closes by defining his legacy: an organization known for innovation, transparency, and empowered people—not just infrastructure.Suffolk County Water Authority: https://www.scwa.comAssociation of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA): https://www.amwa.net00:00 - Introduction to 21st Century Water00:33 - Jeffrey Szabo's Background and Government Experience03:15 - Transition to Suffolk County Water Authority07:30 - Building and Implementing a Strategic Plan10:40 - Culture Shift and Staff Empowerment15:15 - Overview of Water Infrastructure and Scale18:20 - Budget, O&M, and Capital Investments21:00 - Innovation and Future Planning24:00 - Addressing PFAS Proactively27:25 - Leadership in AMWA31:28 - Reflections on Legacy and Organizational Change34:53 - Closing Remarks Aquasight Website: https://aquasight.io/

In this episode, Dr. Jockers breaks down why uric acid is far more than a gout marker—it's a major driver behind heart disease, cognitive decline, and metabolic dysfunction. You'll learn how elevated levels develop, what they signal in the body, and why keeping uric acid in a healthy range is essential for long-term wellness.   You'll also hear how fructose, processed sugars, alcohol, and modern food habits quietly push uric acid higher. Dr. Jockers explains the biggest dietary offenders, how they impact your kidneys and liver, and the surprising link between uric acid and conditions like fatty liver and hypertension.   Finally, you'll discover the practical strategies that can bring uric acid back into balance. From hydration and intermittent fasting to key nutrients like vitamin D, zinc, quercetin, and tart cherry, you'll walk away with simple, effective steps to support better metabolic and brain health.   In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction to Fructose and Uric Acid 01:22 The Importance of Hydration 03:51 Understanding Uric Acid 08:29 Health Conditions Linked to High Uric Acid 19:54 Natural Strategies to Reduce Uric Acid 32:42 Final Thoughts and Conclusion   Hydration is one of the fastest ways to boost your energy, sharpen your focus, curb cravings, and even improve the look and feel of your skin — but water alone isn't enough. Your cells need electrolytes to actually absorb and use that hydration. Paleovalley Essential Electrolytes delivers premium, full-spectrum minerals with zero sugar, no artificial ingredients, and unprocessed sea salt, helping you feel more energized, clear-headed, and vibrant — and look more radiant from the inside out. Just one scoop a day can make a noticeable difference. Try Paleovalley Essential Electrolytes and save 15% by visiting Paleovalley.com/jockers and using code JOCKERS at checkout.   Tired of hidden toxins in your tap water? Three out of four U.S. homes have chemicals that standard filters can't remove. AquaTru's countertop purifier, featured in Good Housekeeping and Popular Science, eliminates 84 contaminants—including chlorine, lead, PFAS, and microplastics—using its 4-stage reverse osmosis system. No plumbing or installation required. Join 98% of customers who say their water tastes cleaner and healthier. Visit AquaTru.com and use promo code NUTRITION for 20% off plus a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee     "High uric acid levels can contribute to heart disease, brain issues, and metabolic disorders – a critical marker for your health."        Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Get 15% off Paleovalley Electrolites: paleovalley.com/jockers – Use code JOCKERS Visit AquaTru.com and use promo code NUTRITION for 20% off plus a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee   Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/ 

Biosolids are an unavoidable byproduct of wastewater treatment, and U.S. utilities are facing increasing challenges managing them amid tightening landfill capacity, rising hauling costs, and growing concerns about contaminants like PFAS. With 6.3 million dry metric tons produced every year, biosolids are becoming one of the fastest-growing operating expenses for wastewater utilities. In this episode of The Future of Water, host Reese Tisdale is joined by Bluefield's Pat Byrne to break down the current state of biosolids management in the U.S.—from landfilling and incineration to beneficial use pathways—and to highlight the regional disparities, regulatory pressures, and emerging technologies reshaping utility strategies. What biosolids are, how they're produced, and the main disposal and beneficial use pathways utilities rely on. The rising challenges of landfilling and incineration, including high costs, methane emissions, aging facilities, and limited capacity. The growing influence of PFAS, microplastics, and pharmaceuticals, and why utilities are passive receivers of these contaminants. How biosolids have become one of the fastest-growing operating costs, with annual spending rising from US$2.5B in 2025 to US$4.8B in 2035. Significant regional disparities, from high costs and tight capacity in the Northeast to heavier landfill reliance in the Southeast. New technologies and delivery models—from drying and dewatering to pyrolysis, gasification, SCWO, and DBOOM structures—reshaping future strategies. If you enjoy listening to The Future of Water Podcast, please tell a friend or colleague, and if you haven't already, please click to follow this podcast wherever you listen. If you'd like to be informed of water market news, trends, perspectives and analysis from Bluefield Research, subscribe to Waterline, our weekly newsletter published each Wednesday. Related Research & Analysis: U.S. Municipal Biosolids Management: Drivers, Trends, and Forecasts, 2025–2035

PFAS and other "forever chemicals" have been around a long time, but in recent years, they've been getting a lot of news. What are they? Why are they scary? And can you avoid getting them in your food? Get the scoop with a dash of measured hope in this week's episode of your favorite sustainability podcast.SourcesNIH - Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) - https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/pfcEPA - Our Current Understanding of the Human Health and Environmental Risks of PFAS - https://www.epa.gov/pfas/our-current-understanding-human-health-and-environmental-risks-pfasEPA - Meaningful and Achievable Steps You Can Take to Reduce Your RIsk - https://www.epa.gov/pfas/meaningful-and-achievable-steps-you-can-take-reduce-your-riskBBC Science Focus - Forever Chemicals Are Now in Half of Your Fruits and Vegetables - https://www.sciencefocus.com/science/forever-chemicals-food-risksThe Guardian - It's Almost Impossible to Eliminate Toxic PFAS From Your Diet - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/jul/22/pfas-forever-chemicals-dietFDA - Questions and Answers on PFAS in Food - https://www.fda.gov/food/process-contaminants-food/questions-and-answers-pfas-foodITRC - History and Use of PFAS Found in the Environment - https://pfas-1.itrcweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/history_and_use_508_2020Aug_Final.pdfNIH - The Devil They Knew - Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10237242/ELG Law - https://www.elglaw.com/faq/most-pfas-contaminated-states/Consumer Reports - https://www.consumerreports.org/water-contamination/how-to-get-pfas-out-of-your-drinking-water-a7303943293/Patreon: patreon.com/greeningupmyactInstagram: @greeningupmyactFacebook: Greening Up My ActEmail us with questions: greeningupmyact@gmail.comYouTube: Greening Up My Act

Social inflation is transcending borders and creating challenges for organizations operating in jurisdictions across the globe, often resulting in increased litigation risks and higher claims costs, which are, in turn, contributing to increased underwriter scrutiny and impacting organizations' insurance programs. This underscores the importance of preemptive action to identify potentially challenging claims and mitigate losses. In this episode of Risk in Context, Marsh's Chetna Gulati, Catherine Osborne, Teri Solomon, and Paul Hutchinson discuss the evolving social inflation risk landscape, address some of today's most pressing risks and the challenges that are likely to evolve, and share actionable insights to help organizations minimize the risk of social inflation and prepare for potential high-value claims. You can access a transcript of the episode here. For further information about social inflation, visit our social inflation and nuclear verdicts hub. Listen to our recent podcast — PFAS risks and insurability challenges — to learn more about perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which could be a risk area for social inflation. For more insights and insurance and risk management solutions, follow Marsh on LinkedIn and X and visit marsh.com.

Part 7 of season 2's Forever Chemicals Detox series. Protecting yourself from forever chemicals doesn't have to be complicated—or expensive. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares six free, practical lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce your lifetime exposure to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). You'll learn how everyday habits can quietly increase or decrease your exposure to these persistent toxic chemicals. These simple, no-cost tweaks can help lower your body's chemical burden and support your long-term health. Whether you're starting your home and lifestyle detox journey or deepening it, this episode offers easy wins that make a lasting difference for you and your family. What you'll learn: Six free ways to reduce exposure at home and on the go How these small actions add up to lifelong protection

Struggling with back pain, tightness, or posture issues? Eric Goodman, DC breaks down the Foundation Training method that has helped millions rebuild their bodies, improve mobility, and finally move without pain.15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavereWatch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/filmThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com for their biggest sale of the year – up to 35% off until Dec. 2!Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity—get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!

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Welcome back to Carolina Cabinet, the only homegrown conservative talk radio show in the Fayetteville and Cumberland County region. In this special "Election Eve" episode, host Peter Pappas and co-host Laura Mussler dive into the latest political buzz just before local voters head to the polls.You'll hear their take on breaking stories—from allegations of vote-buying schemes in New Hanover County, to new legal twists in the fight over PFAS chemical contamination affecting local drinking water. The conversation is lively and candid, as Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler swap updates on community news, share personal anecdotes, and invite listeners to weigh in on local political drama.As the clock counts down to election day, you'll get inside perspectives on local candidates, municipal issues, and grassroots efforts, plus a healthy dose of humor and camaraderie that makes the Cabinet feel like a friendly, engaged neighborhood gathering. Whether you're a political junkie or want to stay informed on what's really happening in your hometown, this episode delivers the sharp insights, community spirit, and honest dialogue the Carolina Cabinet is known for.So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and join us for a timely, spirited discussion about the issues and elections shaping our region.

Schweizweit wurden Fleisch, Fisch, Eier, Milch und Milchprodukte auf PFAS untersucht. Nur in seltenen Fällen haben die sogenannten Ewigkeitschemikalien den gesetzlichen Grenzwert überschritten. Aber: PFAS sind weit verbreitet, sie wurden in allen Lebensmittelkategorien nachgewiesen. Die oberste Kant Kantonschemikerinnen und Kantonschemiker haben insgesamt 889 Proben erhoben, darunter Fleisch-, Eier- und Fischproben. Sieben Proben haben den geltenden Höchstwert überschritten, PFAS konnten aber in allen Lebensmittelkategorien festgestellt werden. Zusätzlich hat das Bundesamt für Lebensmittelsicherheit insgesamt 276 Proben von Milch und Milchprodukten untersucht. In allen Milchprodukten wurde verschiedene PFAS-Verbindungen nachgewiesen, nur 3 haben den Richtwert der EU überschritten. Bei Milch und Milchprodukten gibt es in der Schweiz noch keine definierten Grenzwerte. Die geltenden Höchstwerte werden also weitgehend eingehalten. Dennoch gehen die Kantonschemikerinnen und Kantonschemiker davon aus, dass es lokal zu auf zukünftig zu Überschreitungen kommen wird. Wie können die Konsumentinnen und Konsumenten geschützt werden? Braucht es einen nationalen Aktionsplan? Alda Breitenmoser, Präsidentin vom Verband der Kantonschemikerinnen und Kantonschemiker, nimmt Stellung im Tagesgespräch.

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 11-13-2025: Dr. Dawn discusses a New England Journal of Medicine study examining radiation exposure from medical imaging in over 4 million children showing increased hematological cancer risk. Head and brain CTs deliver highest bone marrow doses, with under-1-year-olds receiving 20 milligrays compared to background radiation of 1 milligray yearly. The study found 3,000 cancers in 4 million children over roughly 10 years, with relative risk increasing 1.6-fold per CT scan. However, methodological flaws include combining US and Canadian cohorts with different data quality, potential reverse causation where imaging detected pre-existing cancers, and arbitrary 6-month latency assumptions are significant flaws in this study.. Despite small absolute risk increases given low baseline cancer rates, she encourages parents to question necessity of repeat scans and request alternatives like MRI when appropriate. She reports on cutting-edge CRISPR therapy using lipid nanoparticles to deliver molecular scissors targeting the ANGPTL3 gene controlling LDL cholesterol production. Recent setbacks in several other CRISPR trials raise issues for unexplained liver toxicity. Concerns include off-target gene editing effects and partially repaired DNA creating mutated proteins triggering autoimmune reactions. Dr. Dawn emphasizes restricting gene therapy to life-threatening genetic diseases with no alternatives until safety improves. Stanford scientists used AI model Evo trained on 9 trillion gene samples to design 300 new bacteriophages from scratch, with 16 phages successfully killing E. coli bacteria. AI tools now predict protein structures, design custom drugs, create antivenoms, invent antibiotics, and break down PFAS forever chemicals. The research represents evolution through computation and requires guardrails on AI's ability to manipulate biological structures. An emailer shares the Rosencare model where hotel chain owner Harris Rosen created self-insured health coverage featuring direct provider contracting, imaging facilities charging one-third to one-half traditional costs, transparent pharmacy benefit management, and zero or $5 primary care copays. Employees receive proactive screening for colonoscopies, mammograms, cholesterol, diabetes, and hypertension during clinic visits. Ninety percent of medicines including insulin cost nothing, with remaining drugs $0-25, and hospital admissions cost flat $750. The model saved $600 million while providing superior preventive care by eliminating insurance middlemen and focusing on early chronic disease detection when 75-85% of costs originate. Dr. Dawn explains abdominophrenic dyssynergia causing bloating unrelated to gas or food. The diaphragm descends and abdominal wall muscles relax, pushing organs forward after meals. CT scans showed lettuce-related bloating involved no intestinal gas changes but demonstrated this abnormal muscle reflex. Randomized trials showed biofeedback training with chest-lifting and abdominal wall contracting exercises before and after eating for four weeks improved symptoms 66%. She warns that constant bloating in postmenopausal women unrelated to eating requires ovarian cancer screening. She discusses how genes drive personality using dopamine receptor gene DRD4 polymorphisms as an example. The 7-repeat variant present in 48% of Americans creates receptors binding dopamine poorly, associating with ADHD, pathological gambling, alcoholism, drug dependence, and bulimia, plus personality traits of novelty-seeking, impulsiveness, and optimism. The 2-repeat DRD4 variant common in Asia correlates with lower anger and higher forgiveness. DRD2 variations enhance the memory of negative outcomes, creating pessimistic bias and avoidance behavior. She presents the KETO trial showing "lean mass hyper-responder phenotype" where very low-carbohydrate dieters averaging age 55 maintained LDL cholesterol of 272 for five years but showed identical coronary artery calcium scores and plaque burden as matched controls with LDL under 150. Despite extreme LDL elevation, the very low insulin levels from carbohydrate restriction prevent LDL oxidation, the inflammatory "loading" process enabling arterial damage. She concludes with unusual cancer symptom where recurrent pain in specific body locations after alcohol consumption, lasting 1-2 days, occurs in 5% of Hodgkin lymphoma patients and in other cancers when alcohol induced blood vessel dilation and inflammatory chemical release in cancer-containing lymph nodes causes pain after drinking.

276: Recently, the EPA announced some major rollbacks on chemical regulations, and I am NOT happy about it. I'm breaking down the latest changes and explaining why I'm angry - but not surprised - at how things are going. This is more than just a right or left issue - if we don't stop these chemicals at the source, everybody loses.  Topics Discussed: → What are PFAs and why are they dangerous? → How are PFAs contaminating our food and water supply? → What did the recent EPA regulations change? → Why are TSCA rollbacks a problem for public health? → How can we take action to reduce chemical exposure? Timestamps:  → 00:00 - Introduction → 01:19 - PFAs Regulations  → 05:18 - A Problem Across the Aisle  → 11:07 - TSCA Rollbacks + Speaking Out Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

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Ashlee and Robbie are back after a couple of weeks off traveling, and discuss the statewide warning from Maine not to eat wild turkey and deer due to PFAS, the recent mass killing of almost 400 ostriches on a farm in Canada after 2 tested positive for H1N1 over a year ago, the Louisiana Wildlife Commission 4-3 ruling to shrink the Menhaden (pogie) commercial fishing buffer zone from ½ mile to ¼ mile against overwhelming pushback from conservation community, a new study discussing the massive decline in global biomass of wild animals, the uptick in bear attacks around the globe. Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org  Support our Conservation Club Members! Camino Real Hunting Consultants: https://www.crhunting.com/  Mirim Enterprises:  Arkansas Black Bear Collaring: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/arkansas-black-bear-collaring/  See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  This podcast is brought to you by Safari Specialty Importers. Why do serious hunters use Safari Specialty Importers? Because getting your trophies home to you is all they do. Find our more at: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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