Podcasts about policy officer

Last week, TikTok blocked users from searching the term “#skinnytok”, after critics suggested it directs people towards content that “idolises extreme thinness”.The content associated with the hashtag included workout routines and what users eat in a day.But how effective will TikTok's move be, and should social media giants do more to prevent such trends developing?Rachel O'Dwyer, Writer and Lecturer in Digital Cultures at NCAD and Barry Murphy, Research and Policy Officer with BodyWhys, spoke to Matt on Monday.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

Sean Tipton is Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer for the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. We'll discuss a new(ish) movement called "Ethical IVF" which is an intentionally nice-sounding misnomer of a move that aims to make IVF much more difficult and expensive.Executive Team | American Society for Reproductive Medicine | ASRMASRM Center for Policy & Leadership Releases Fact Sheet on Misleading Terminology, “Restorative Reproductive Medicine” and "Ethical IVF" | American Society for Reproductive Medicine | ASRM

This week on the podcast we examine Universities UK's efficiency and transformation taskforce report. What do shared back-office services, federation models and subject cold spots tell us about the sector's financial pressures?Plus we discuss Research England's new EDI action plan, and explore whether the UK's rapid three-year degree model is harming student wellbeing and learning outcomes.With Rille Raaper, Associate Professor in Sociology of Higher Education at Durham University, Jess Lister, Director (Education) at Public First, Mack Marshall, Community and Policy Officer at Wonkhe SUs, and presented by Jim Dickinson, Associate Editor at Wonkhe.Our drop-out and pace miracle is harming students' health and learningUniversities UK's new era of collaborationFixing the potholes in postgraduate fundingThe spending review is a critical moment for UK science and innovationThere are better politics, big ideas, and future trade-offs in Research England's new EDI action plan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Animal Protection of New Mexico Chief Program and Policy Officer for Animals, in Science, Gene Grant comes in to talk about that last of the Alamagordo Chimps being taken to a Sanctuary, and the horrible testing of Beagles. All this with TJ on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast the SUs team has been on a study tour to universities in Lisbon in Portugal, and have reflections on everything from space to food, from interdisciplinarity to curriculum design and from Praxe to ribbon burning.With Khadiza Hossein, VP Education at UWE SU, Emillia Zirker, Student Representation Officer at Lincoln SU, Gary Hughes, CEO at Durham SU, Mack Marshall, Community and Policy Officer at Wonkhe and hosted by Jim Dickinson, Associate Editor at Wonkhe.Those who fight don't always win, but those who don't fight always loseStudents should be co-authors of their education Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the podcast we discuss new research on student regret, as a report from the University of Bristol reveals that while two-thirds of current undergraduates are happy with their choice of degree, it drops to less than half among recent graduates. Are improved advice and guidance really the answer?Plus we look at the collapse of the Advanced Business Academy (ABA) and its aftermath, as an Office for Students (OfS) investigation uncovers serious concerns about student placements and course delivery. And we examine new research on widening participation “cold spots” and the stark disparities in teachers' expectations for students based on geography and school ratings.With Mary Curnock Cook, non-executive in education and edtech, Pete Quinn, inclusion consultant, Mack Marshall, Community and Policy Officer at Wonkhe and presented by Jim Dickinson, Associate Editor at Wonkhe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Farmers are now dealing with the impacts of the climate crisis on a daily basis. Experts predict weather events including droughts and flooding will only get worse. Young and beginning farmers, especially BIPOC farmers, are feeling those impacts the most. Are there opportunities to advance water and climate action and justice through the Farm Bill? We interview Abi Fain, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at the Intertribal Ag Council. And we'll talk to young farmers building solutions to address water access and climate issues.  Abi Fain, Chief Legal & Policy Officer, Intertribal Agriculture Council (IAC)Abi works with her colleagues at IAC to develop and implement education and advocacy strategies that support the policy priorities identified by IAC's member Tribes and advance IAC's overall mission of pursuing and promoting the conservation, development and use of Tribal agriculture resources for the betterment of Tribal people. To this, Abi and IAC's policy team focus their efforts on ensuring Tribal producers have opportunities to meaningfully participate in programs administered by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs through administrative or legislative solutions. Prior to joining IAC in May 2022, Abi practiced law for seven years at Pipestem Law and specialized in the representation of tribal governments, tribal enterprises, and Native organizations. Abi is a citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Susan Mitchell, Owner and Operator, Cloverleigh Farms + Young Farmers Land FellowSusan Mitchell is the owner/operator of Cloverleigh Farm in Columbia, CT. As a first-generation farmer, she grows certified organic vegetables, herbs, and flowers for a robust CSA program alongside her partner Josh Carnes, who raises pastured-livestock. They landed on their “forever farm” a few years ago after leasing land for many years while searching for long-term tenure and security. Susan is one of the co-founders of the New Connecticut Farmer Alliance, the Connecticut Chapter of Young Farmers. facebookinstagram Matt Hollenbeck, Hollenbeck's Cider Mill + Young Farmers Land FellowMatt Hollenbeck lives and farms in Virgil, NY and is the 4th generation steward of Hollenbeck's Cider Mill. He has been a factory worker, cubicle jockey, geologist, outdoor adventure guide, worked on a small organic csa farm, a butcher shop, and many other varied jobs before settling into continuing his family's 90+ year old ag processing business. He's a first generation orchardist with impostor syndrome, a staunch and vocal advocate for rural issues, smallholder agriculture, and appropriate technology. Matt is also a firm believer that family is the most important part of a family business. And a luddite to boot! LeVar Eady, CEO and Founder, BluRok Farms + Young Farmers Water FellowBluRok Farm was born out of LeVar's determination to grow the best hemp/cannabis possible while building a business that helps people become business owners and heal the planet. His path started in the garden where I learned to grow roses with his grandmother. Visit BluRok Farms at https://blurokfarm.com/. Shannon Maes, Rancher, San Juan Ranch + Young Farmers Water FellowWhat's a ground-level view from a cattle ranch in southern Colorado as fall turns to winter amidst prolonged drought and as legislative work on Farm Bill 2024 wraps up? Shannon Maes shares some of her experiences of drought, working with water and grazing for soil health and climate resilience as well as a few thoughts on agricultural and food policy from her perspective of working on ranches and ditchriding in her home region of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico. Shannon has worked in agriculture since 2017 and completed a Water Advocacy Fellowship through the National Young Farmer's Coalition during 2023. Currently she works with cows, dogs, horses, people, soil, grass, and weather at San Juan Ranch in the San Luis Valley. Check out the Intertribal Agriculture Council hereLearn more about the USDA's EQIP program here and the crop insurance agent training program Abi mentions hereMore information about the Small Farms Conservation Act and the Farmer to Farmer Education Act can be found here and hereConnect with the farmers featured in this episode. Visit Cloverleigh Farm, Hollenbeck's Cider Mill, San Juan Ranch, and BluRok FarmThe Farm Report is hosted by Leigh Ollman and Alita Kelly, produced by Leigh Ollman, Evan Flom and H Conley, and edited by Hannah Beal and H Conley. Audio engineering is by Armen Spendjian and H Conley. Music is by Breakmaster Cylinder and JangwaLearn more about the National Young Farmers Coalition here and consider becoming a member. Click here to take action on the farm bill and other important policy issues.The Farm Report is Powered by Simplecast.

The final industrial scale tests of HolyGrail 2.0, the groundbreaking collaboration to investigate the impact of digital watermarking in improving efficiency of recycling, are completed. While the final results are being processed, we look back on the progress made by the project and ask what comes next, as the advanced sorting platform embraces its decisive third stage: HolyGrail 2030 - Circular Packaging. Joining Tim Sykes are three HolyGrail collaborators. Margherita Trombetti is Project Manager, Policy Officer, Sustainability at AIM – the European Brands Association, which facilitates HolyGrail 2.0. In addition, we have insights from two brand owners who have been actively participating in and supporting the project. Grane Maaløe is Sustainable Packaging Lead Specialist at Arla Foods, and Richard Akkermans is European R&D Packaging Sustainability Manager at Mondelēz. About the brand owners:Arla Foods is an international dairy company owned by 7,600 farmers from Denmark, Sweden, the UK, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Arla Foods is one of the leading players in the international dairy arena with well-known brands like Arla®, Lurpak®, Puck® and Castello®. Arla Foods is focused on providing good dairy nourishment from sustainable farming and operations and is also the world's largest manufacturer of organic dairy products. Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Ritz, LU, Clif Bar and Tate's Bake Shop biscuits and baked snacks, as well as Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.For more packaging news, interviews and multimedia content visit Packaging Europe.

Rhys Cohen is a self-confessed “drug nerd” who has held countless cannabis-related roles over the past decade as he has become a trusted voice within the industry. With a Masters in Research and Sociology, Rhys has been a cannabis consultant, editor, advisory board member and today is the Policy Officer at Penington Institute.Penington Institute is an independent drug policy non-profit that is currently developing a comprehensive model for cannabis regulation which prioritises community health and safety. They champion an open, rational, and compassionate approach to building and sharing knowledge to reduce drug-related harm and are pushing for an effective regulatory framework for cannabis defined by public health goals, prioritising targeted prevention, education, and treatment.In this episode:Reflections on UIC (1:45)Why Rhys pursued cannabis (5:00)The state of Australian medicinal cannabis (9:20)Protecting the medicinal market (15:30)People are overwhelming still using illicit cannabis (17:15)What is the Penington Institute (19:40)The Annual Overdose Report (21:00)Cannabis regulation in Victoria - Regulate it! (23:45)Rhys' Pieces Quiz (34:45)Vape Battery Ban (40:00)Pauls of Wisdom (42:20)Visit www.penington.org.auTake the Quiz at www.penington.org.au/regulate-it-cannabis-campaign/Visit www.giveandtoke.com.auFollow @giveandtoke on InstagramEmail giveandtoke@gmail.com

Tras el maratón electoral del año pasado, la pregunta es inevitable: ¿La democracia salió fortalecida o sufrió un nuevo golpe de desgaste? En este episodio, conversamos con Santiago Barrail, Policy Officer en European Partnership for Democracy, para analizar las tendencias democráticas que marcarán 2025. Hablamos de instituciones debilitadas, ciudadanos desencantados y el auge de liderazgos autoritarios que podrían definir el inicio de una era incierta. Recomendaciones:⁠¿El fin del Multilateralismo?⁠2025 - Tendencias, conflictos y el pulso de la GeopolíticaBukele: Autoritarismo MillenialPopulismo, Polarización y PostverdadNo te olvides de suscribirte a nuestro ⁠⁠⁠canal de WhatsApp⁠⁠⁠ y a nuestro⁠ ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ mensual⁠⁠⁠ para estar al tanto de los desarrollos geopolíticos que pasan entre episodios.(0:00) - Introducción(3:08) - Crisis de representación y participación:(15:15) - El impacto en las  instituciones(28:21) -  Repercusiones para el orden mundial: Un mundo iliberal?(40:40) - ¿Qué sigue? Conclusiones

There are growing fears that people will fall further into arrears as energy prices remain stubbornly high - with price hikes incoming.This year the costs will be compounded by the lack of energy credits…So, how will households deal with these increases?Guest host Sinead Ryan is joined by Izzy Petrie, Research & Policy Officer for Energy Poverty SVP, Darragh Cassidy from Bonkers.ie and more to discuss.

Tilda Ferree, Senior Advocacy and Policy Officer at the Food Foundation tell us about the latest Food Foundation's Food Insecurity Survey. Click here for more information on the report.Click here for the Food Foundation Manifesto and here to sign up for the newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of SART Fertility Experts delves into the impact of the Dobbs decision on reproductive health, particularly IVF, and the broader legislative threats to assisted reproductive technologies (ART). Dr. Timothy Hickman, speaking with Sean Tipton, the ASRM Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer and Policy Officer, and Jessie Losch, ASRM Public Policy Strategist, discusses the legal and ethical implications of personhood laws, public support for IVF, and challenges faced by both patients and healthcare providers. They emphasize the importance of advocacy, bipartisan cooperation, and voter engagement in influencing policy. Practical advice is offered for professionals and patients to collaborate in raising awareness and protecting access to reproductive care. The episode underscores the critical role of public involvement in shaping the future of ART. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. Looking for advice on building a family? Ask the experts and #StartwithSART. For more information about the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology, visit our website at https://www.sart.org Have a topic you'd like to hear? Tell Us!

Nous voici dans le 66ième épisode de Quantum, le podcast francophone de l'actualité quantique. Nous reprenons le cours des événements depuis notre épisode spécial de mi-décembre sur Google Willow. https://www.oezratty.net/wordpress/2024/actualite-quantique-de-decembre-2024-special-google-willow/Dans cet épisode, nous revenons sur divers événements comme la Q2B de Santa Clara, le quantique au CES de Las Vegas, le workshop de la Quantum Energy Initiative à Grenoble, la conférence QT4HEP du CERN. Côté acteurs, nous avons des news sur Alice&Bob, Quobly, Welinq, Qubit Pharmaceuticals, le CNRS, Xanadu, Google, QuEra, Quantum Brilliance, IBM, et puis quelques distractions du côté du bullshit quantique qui est vraiment mis à toutes les sauces de manière très créative en ce moment.ÉvénementsQ2B Santa ClaraDébut décembre 2024 avait lieu la conférence Q2B à Santa Clara. La première avait eu lieu en 2017. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh7C25oO7PW1zNHHzI3-ekwTBWHAhpu4FMunich Quantum Software ForumLes vidéos et les présentations de la conférence Munich Quantum Software Forum. À noter la très bonne présentation didactique d'Austin Fowler de Google, l'un des créateurs du surface code.https://www.cda.cit.tum.de/research/quantum/2024_mqsf_summary/CES de Las VegasUn journaliste a évoqué la notion de « Quantique 2.0 » CES 2025 : au-delà de la vitrine d'innovations technologiques, que retenir ?par Stéphane Gervais Ducouret dans Alliancy, Janvier 2025.L'événement a surtout été marqué par les annonces de Nividia. Ils présentaient le « GB200 NVL72 cluster et  aussi une station de travail dotée d'un GPU GB10 Grace Blackwell. Nvidia évoquait aussi deux nouveaux termes : la notion de « Physical AI » (pour piloter les robots) et « d'Agentic AI » (pour intégrer des réseaux d'agents).CES 2025: AI Advancing at ‘Incredible Pace,' NVIDIA CEO Says by Brian Caulfield, Nvidia, January 2025.Au passage, Nvidia annonçait que sa prochaine conférence développeur en mars comprendrait une journée quantique le 20 mars. Elle accueillera notamment Alice & Bob et Pasqal, en plus d'autres acteurs du quantique (Atom Computing, D-Wave, Infleqtion, IonQ, PsiQuantum, Quantinuum, Quantum Circuits, QuEra, Rigetti et SEEQC). QEI Workshop GrenobleLa seconde édition du workshop de la Quantum Energy Initiative avait lieu à Grenoble des 6 au 10 janvier. Il rassemblait des interventions d'horizons divers : sur la thermodynamique quantique, le domaine favori de ses cofondateurs chercheurs, ainsi que sur le calcul quantique.Olivier y faisait son retour avec une intervention sur les enjeux économiques, scientifiques et technologiques du calcul quantique : Quantum computing roadmaps and their energetics aspects.https://www.oezratty.net/Files/Conferences/Olivier%20Ezratty%20QEI%20Workshop%20Jan2025.pdfLes premières vidéos du workshop qui rassemblait une centaine de personnes sont sur YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjqlGitBPAYAo_1A1hS1B3kNEkUhlJcnCConférence QT4HEP au CERNDu 20 au 23 janvier, j'ai participé à la conférence QT4HEP du CERN. Elle rassemblait des physiciens de la physique des particules à hautes énergies intéressés par les technologies quantiques, surtout le calcul quantique et les capteurs quantiques, et des spécialistes de ce dernier domaine. https://indico.cern.ch/event/1433194/timetable/?view=standard_numberedsVoir le post détaillé : CERN QT4HEP, LHC, Atlas, CMS and antimatter factory.https://www.oezratty.net/wordpress/2025/cern-qt4hep-lhc-atlas-cms-and-antimatter-factory/Quelques événements à venir :Unesco event : les 4 et 5 février ont lieu deux journées de lancement de l'année internationale des sciences et technologies quantiques au siège de l'Unesco à Paris. Nous y serons.Q-Expo 2025, la conférence et l'exposition organisée par QuiC revient à Amsterdam les 14 et 15 mai. https://qexpo.org/Quantum Software WorkshopLa Commission Européenne organisait un séminaire en ligne d'une matinée le 31 janvier sur les enjeux du logiciel quantique. C'est intéressant d'avoir un événement focalisé sur les logiciels quantiques, un enjeu de plus en plus important au gré de la maturation des ordinateurs quantiques qui commencent à rentrer dans le champ de la correction d'erreurs.https://qt.eu/events/quantum-software-workshopLe workshop était introduit par Oscar Diez, Policy Officer à la DG Connect. FranceRoadmap et levée de fonds d'Alice&BobAlice&Bob a annoncé une version plus détaillée de sa roadmap début décembre 2024. https://alice-bob.com/roadmap/Le 28 janvier, Alice&Bob annonçait aussi sa nouvelle levée de fonds de 103M€. Roadmap QuoblyQuobly faisait de même, lors d'une présentation par Maud Vinet (CEO) lors de la Q2B à Santa Clara, concomitamment avec l'annonce du partenariat avec STmicroelectronics que nous avons déjà relaté en décembre dernier. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3joAdGig-0Q&list=PLh7C25oO7PW1zNHHzI3-ekwTBWHAhpu4F&index=50

In this special episode of the PAVECast live from CES, we interviewed Jordan Coleman, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Kodiak. Listen for a discussion on Kodiak's recent milestones, 2025 trends in autonomous trucking, potential impacts of the new administration, and more.

This week on the podcast Jim, Mack and team are on a bus around the Visegrad countries where they've been exploring student experience, representation and rights, discounted dorms and a set of countries where students have been leading change.Plus Disabled Students UK has its access insights survey out, and we discuss changes to the Renter's Rights Bill.With Katie Jackson, Faculty of Humanities Officer at the University of Manchester SU, Seán Keaney, Academic Officer at University of Limerick Student Life, Gary Hughes, CEO at Durham SU, Mack Marshall, Community and Policy Officer at Wonkhe and presented by Jim Dickinson, Associate Editor at Wonkhe.On Day -1 of this year's magical mystery tour around Europe and students, the team come across plenty of protests for democracy, on Day 0 of the tour we find students in the centre of both the past and the future for Hungary, on Day 1 the team put down some roots and build some belonging at camp, on the second evening the team try to work out if they have enough points for a dorm in Slovakia, and on Day 2 the team get community building and pot roasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textDr. Debra Whitman, Ph.D. is Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer, at AARP ( https://www.aarp.org/ ) where she leads policy development, analysis and research, as well as global thought leadership supporting and advancing the interests of individuals age 50-plus and their families. She oversees AARP's Public Policy Institute, AARP Research, Office of Policy Development and Integration, Thought Leadership, and AARP International.Dr. Whitman is an authority on aging issues with extensive experience in national policy making, domestic and international research, and the political process. An economist, she is a strategic thinker whose career has been dedicated to solving problems affecting economic and health security, and other issues related to population aging.As staff director for the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, Dr. Whitman worked across the aisle to increase retirement security, lower the cost of health care, protect vulnerable seniors, safeguard consumers, make the pharmaceutical industry more transparent, and improve our nation's long term care system.Before that, Dr. Whitman worked for the Congressional Research Service as a specialist in the economics of aging. She provided members of Congress and their staff with research and advice, and authored analytical reports on the economic impacts of current policies affecting older Americans, as well as the distributional and intergenerational effects of legislative proposals.From 2001 to 2003, Dr. Whitman served as a Brookings LEGIS Fellow to the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. Earlier in her career, she conducted research on savings and retirement for the Social Security Administration, helping to establish the Retirement Research Consortium and serving as the founding editor of the Perspectives section of the Social Security Bulletin.Dr. Whitman has been quoted by or appeared in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, Bloomberg, USA Today, NBC Nightly News, CBS News, The Huffington Post, The Washington Post, and Politico, among others. She serves on several boards, including the National Advisory Council on Aging for the National Institutes of Health's National Institute on Aging, the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, the National Coalition on Health Care, and the Pension Rights Center.Dr. Whitman holds master's and doctorate degrees in economics from Syracuse University and a bachelor's degree in economics, math and Italian from Gonzaga University.Dr. Whitman recently released

- Preparedness & Innovation (Part II) Alessandro Lazari, critical infrastructure protection, resilience and cyber security expert and former scientific officer at the European Commission Joint research Center, is in conversation with: Philippe Quevauviller who has over three decades of dedicated service to the European Commission. He is a Policy Officer who has played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing policies related to security, crisis management, and disaster response. With a wealth of experience spanning different sectors and a deep understanding of policy intricacies, Philippe continues to be a driving force in shaping Europe's approach to security and crisis management. 01:37 The mediterrinean regions are known for flooding and droughts, in a way may be you're better prepared. But now with climate change these kinds of mediterrinian events are coming north. 03:15 About community resilience in general, what do you think will be the main challenges in building resilience in th enext 10 years? 08:00 I try to advocate a change in the paradigme of crisis management 08:28 What have you learnt by working in your profession that you may have adopted as a standard working practice either in your personal life or perhaps your professional life?

S1E13: Host Adrienne Morrell, MRO's VP of Government Affairs is joined by AHIMA's Chief Public Policy and Impact Officer, Lauren Riplinger, where they look ahead to 2025. In a post-election environment, they discuss what is potentially in store for health information management on the Hill as well as for AHIMA. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

A Brussels Court of Appeals this week ruled that the Belgium government committed crimes against humanity during colonization for its treatment of Métis, or mixed-race children, during colonial rule in Belgian Congo, now the Democratic Republic of Congo. The case was brought by five Metis women born in the then colony between 1948 and 1952. Like thousands of Métis children born to European fathers and African mothers, they were taken from their Congolese mothers, forcibly placed in religious institutions and later abandoned. Geneviève Kaninda, Advocacy & Policy Officer for African Futures Lab which has been tackling global racial injustices across Africa and Europe, tells VOA's James Butty, the court ruling highlights the importance of the right to reparations.

- Preparedness & Innovation (Part I) Alessandro Lazari, critical infrastructure protection, resilience and cyber security expert and former scientific officer at the European Commission Joint research Center, is in conversation with: Philippe Quevauviller who has over three decades of dedicated service to the European Commission. He is a Policy Officer who has played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing policies related to security, crisis management, and disaster response. With a wealth of experience spanning different sectors and a deep understanding of policy intricacies, Philippe continues to be a driving force in shaping Europe's approach to security and crisis management. 02:52 Let's talk about disaster risk and resilient societies nowadays. How important is to be prepared and how the EU would like to achieve these goals? 06:12 DG Home, among other initiatives, is running the CERIS (Community for European Research and Innovation for Security). Can you tell us about this initiative and the role of Research in achieving security and resilience? 08:57 We need to open our expertise and recognise that we have to learn from each other 11:08 Most of the important decisions were taken in the evening when we were finally relaxed 11:37 When you talk about Resilience, especially in the last years, do you also consider climate change?

As the fifth Tallinn Cyber Diplomacy Summer School currently taking place in Tallinn, attendees reflect on a year of diplomacy in cybersecurity. Some of them, too, having gone from participants to speakers. The program, organised annually, is designed to bridge theoretical understanding and hands-on experience in cyber diplomacy, and for Claudio Peguero and Alban Andreu, the Summer School has turned out to be a point of growth and community-building.Claudio Peguero is Ambassador and Advisor on Cyber Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic. Alban Andreu, instead, Policy Officer in the Strategic Affairs and Cybersecurity Department of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.In this podcast episode, the two alumni-turned-speakers share their experience during and after the coursework, and how the previous year's learnings played a role in their diplomatic work. Yet a testament to the Summer School's role in shaping effective and adaptive cyber diplomacy leaders. 

In this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, Lloyd Freeman interviews Judi O'Kelley, Chief Program & Policy Officer and Paul Thaler, Chief Development Officer of the LGBTQ+ Bar Association. They discuss their roles and the association's initiatives. The LGBTQ+ Bar Association, with over 1,700 members, advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and organizes the Lavender Law Conference, which is the largest gathering of LGBTQ+ legal professionals. Judi and Paul talk about their respective roles and emphasize the significance of the Lavender Law Conference in recruiting LGBTQ+ legal professionals and promoting inclusivity in the legal profession.This episode also examines the association's advocacy efforts which includes supporting the ban of the LGBTQ panic defense, addressing discrimination against LGBTQ+ jurors, and creating a comprehensive bench guide for LGBTQ+ inclusion in courtrooms. The conversation highlights the importance of allyship, ongoing education, and inclusive policies in the legal profession, while underscoring the need for more progress in LGBTQ+ representation at the partner level. At the conclusion of the episode, Paul encourages listeners to support the LGBTQ+ Bar Association's mission by becoming members and getting involved with local affiliates, emphasizing the importance of building community and advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion in the legal field.Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

Recent surveys are suggesting that Americans are losing confidence in higher education, even to the point of feeling like college isn't worth the cost. David Hawkins, Chief Education and Policy Officer for NACAC, joins Joel and Chris to talk about these surveys and the current college landscape. Were the right people surveyed? Which colleges are we talking about? Why have costs risen so much? David takes us on a fantastic discussion! Here are some of his resources referenced in the episode: Federal Research Bank Anchor Economy Initiative: https://www.philadelphiafed.org/community-development/workforce-and-economic-development/anchor-economy-initiative College Board Education Pays: https://research.collegeboard.org/trends/education-pays Bureau of Labor Statistics Education Pays: https://www.bls.gov/emp/chart-unemployment-earnings-education.htm National Center for Education Statistics, Study of College Costs and Prices 1988-89 to 1997-98 (Congressionally mandated study): https://nces.ed.gov/pubs2002/2002157.pdf Higher Education Price Index: https://www.commonfund.org/higher-education-price-index College Board Trends in College Pricing: https://research.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/Trends%20Report%202023%20Updated.pdf Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest news. In this episode, the squad is joined by Rebecca Rettig, Polygon's Chief Legal & Policy Officer, to dissect the SEC's impact on the crypto landscape, particularly focusing on OpenSea's Wells notice and impending legal challenges.  They discuss the arrest of Pavel Durov, Telegram's founder, analyzing the political and cybersecurity ramifications. The conversation shifts to the internal frictions within the Ethereum Foundation and Vitalik Buterin's criticism of DeFi, reflecting the community's mixed reactions. The broader implications for the crypto industry, privacy, and regulatory clarity are highlighted with special insights from guest Rebecca Rettig, who adds depth on the legal and historical context. Wrapping up, they anticipate future challenges and emphasize staying informed. Show highlights

We're urging the UK government to ban the use of pesticides in urban areas, find out why in this month's Organic Gardening Podcast.  Fiona chats with Nick Mole, Policy Officer from the Pesticide Action Network (PAN) UK who shares why pesticides should be banned from use in our urban spaces, and how communities can be affected by pesticide use.    “Knowing that there are alternatives to pesticides that do work, pesticide use in our towns and cities is completely unnecessary. France has banned the use of all non-agricultural pesticides. They have legislation in place and it works. It is often hard, councils are facing all sorts of difficulties. So we do need that support from our legislators.”    Also in this episode…  Chris and Fiona discuss why hardy annuals are popping up in Chris' allotment now, and look forward to September seed sowing. From the postbag, the team troubleshoot a late flowering courgette, and with the help of listeners, find out what animal was causing last month's strawberry piles! Thanks again to our sponsors, Viridian Nutrition. Visit their website at www.viridian-nutrition.com Sign the petition to ban the use of pesticides in urban spaces https://pesticidecollaboration.org/go-pesticide-free/

In this episode of The Sound of Economics, Rebecca Christie is joined by Bruegel fellow Ben McWilliams and Johanna Schiele, a Policy Officer at the Innovation Fund in the European Commission, to discuss the benefits and challenges of hydrogen as a clean energy source. Throughout this episode, they explore whether hydrogen could be used as alternative to the extracting and burning of fossil fuels, explaining the hurdles that need to be addressed for it to become a mainstream energy solution. With strategic support and investments, hydrogen could play a significant role in the transition to a sustainable energy future.

A new player has entered the game in the fight against financial crime.The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Authority (AMLA) is the new entity aiming to transform AML and CFT supervision in the EU.AMLA is gearing up to take on the 70% of criminal networks in the EU that use money laundering to fund their activities and conceal their assets.Will this be the knock-out blow for these criminal gangs?Our expert host, Fredrik Riiser, is joined by the European Commission's Chiara Bacchi, Team Leader for Enforcement of the EU AML/CFT Policy, and Olena Loboiko, Policy Officer.They discuss: new legislation shaking up the EU's response to financial crime, what AMLA will look like, its impact on EU citizens and compliance professionals.Producer: Matthew Dunne-MilesEngineers: Dominic Delargy, Nicholas Thon, and the team at the European Commission.____________________________________The Laundry podcast: Dive deep into the intricacies of financial crime, AML (anti-money laundering), compliance, sanctions, and the ever-evolving landscape of financial regulation.Hosted by Marit Rødevand and Fredrik Riiser – this podcast features renowned experts from banking, fintech, compliance, and investigative journalism.Together, they shed light on the industry's trending topics, analyse mainstream news through a compliance-focused lens, and connect the fight against financial crime to its real-world consequences and ramifications.The Laundry is proudly produced by Strise, the AML Automation Cloud.Get in touch at: laundry@strise.aiWatch our recent product launch, The Q, here. Subscribe to our newsletter, Fresh Laundry, here. The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests of this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the podcast hosts, The Laundry team, or Strise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Recent Changes to the EU Regulatory Framework and their Impact on Shipping The discussion is focused on the adoption of EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), and the road ahead to implement Fuel EU Maritime in 2025 Featuring: · Mr. Ricardo Batista, Policy Officer – Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport – Maritime Transport Unit – European Commission · Mr. Dimitris Anassis FCIArb, Partner – Hill Dickinson LLP 4th Annual Capital Link Decarbonization in Shipping Forum Moving from Discussion to Delivery Monday, July 1, 2024 | Digital Event #DecarbonizationinShipping #FuelEU #EUETS #ETS #FuelEUMaritime #Mobility #Transport #Maritime #EUShipping For more information, please visit the following link: https://forums.capitallink.com/shipping/2024decarbonization/

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a Policy Officer at the Department of Justice. In this segment, Oliver sheds light on navigating issues of discrimination about disability and age or racism. Tune in to gain insights into your rights and actionable steps, including resources like the Australian Human Rights Commission. Time limits for lodging complaints are also crucial to know.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a Policy Officer at the Department of Justice. When handling complaints about hospitals, Oliver directs attention to the Department of Health NSW as a key point of contact. Advocate for improvements in healthcare delivery and seek accountability for any grievances experienced.

Meet Jason Cone, Chief Public Policy Officer at Robin Hood, as he shares what inspires him to be a great leader. Jason believes Leadership is about taking risks, finding yourself every day, and embracing change to lead through uncertainty. Jason talks about three critical components of leadership – Healing, Listening and Questioning, and how great leaders need great teams to lift each other up!

In today's episode, I sit down with Tom Bear and David Hawkins, and we delve into the significance of character in the college admissions process, the mission of NACAC, and the evolving landscape of higher education. Tune in to explore how character matters more than ever in shaping the future of higher education!BioTom Bear, Ed.D. has spent over thirty years in college enrollment.  He is currently the Vice President for Enrollment Management at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.  Prior to Rose, Tom served as Senior Director for Enrollment Management at the University of Notre Dame.  Additionally, Tom was Vice President for Enrollment Services at the University of Evansville. During his career, Tom has worked with both admission and financial aid decision-making.  He has built enrollment yield models, introduced holistic admissions, managed financial aid scholarships, administered pre-college programs, and promoted student diversity and inclusivity.  He has also been involved in the selection of merit scholar recipients including the Notre Dame Scholars (including Hesburgh/Yusko Recipients) and Noblitt Scholars at Rose-Hulman. Tom currently serves on the boards of Private College 529 and Voyageur Outward Bound.  He has also been a member of the Indiana ACT Council.  Tom currently serves as the Chair for NACAC's Character Focus Initiative.  He earned his doctorate degree from Indiana University and did extensive research on student retention.David Hawkins is the Chief Education and Policy Officer for the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), based in Arlington, VA. The NationalAssociation for College Admission Counseling is a non-profit membership associationthat represents more than 27,000 high school counselors and college admission officersthroughout the U.S. and around the world. NACAC is devoted to making the transitionbetween high school and postsecondary education equitable, transparent, and fair.Mr. Hawkins holds a BA and MA in Government from the College of William & Mary inVirginia. From 1995-1998, he conducted research for the Democratic CongressionalCampaign Committee (DCCC) in Washington, DC. From 1998-2000, he served underPresident Bill Clinton and Secretary Andrew Cuomo as a Congressional AffairsSpecialist at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Hawkins joinedNACAC as Director of Government Relations in March 2000 and over his 24 years withthe association has assumed responsibility for leading NACAC's advocacy, research,education and training, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.Sign up for our June 17th Webinar: 'The College Essay Masterclass: Proven Strategies to Stand Out and Succeed'.Click here to visit the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) website.Access free resources and learn more about Sheila and her team at Signet Education at signeteducation.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaakbar/.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a Policy Officer at the Department of Justice. For grievances with builders, learn about recourse through agencies like Fair Trading NSW and Consumer Affairs Victoria. Oliver offers information about disputes and upholding your rights as consumers

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a Policy Officer at the Department of Justice. Oliver explores avenues for addressing complaints within NSW Government departments like education, housing, and social support services, highlighting engagement with the NSW Ombudsman and Victorian Ombudsman. Stay informed and empowered with these vital resources.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a Policy Officer at the Department of Justice. In discussions on complaints about doctors, nurses, dentists, and other healthcare professionals, Oliver emphasises reaching out to oversight bodies like the NSW Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) and Victoria HCC. Address instances of malpractice or misconduct and safeguard your well-being with these resources.

Chief Health Policy Officer for Milwaukee County & Associate Professor of Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin Dr. Ben Weston joins Wisconsin's Midday News to talk about April being National Minority Health Month and providing necessary resources to the most medically and socially vulnerable communities. He also discusses Wisconsin legalizing xylazine testing strips and Milwaukee County opening 2 crisis stabilization houses to expand mental health services.

Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin & Chief Health Policy Officer for Milwaukee County Dr. Ben Weston joins the show to talk about the first over the counter birth control pill which is now available and he describes how safe and effective the pill is. Dr. Weston also talks about resources and services that are available for individuals that deal with child abuse and neglect. Finally, Dr. Weston describes the dangers of presenting children with Melatonin at a young age.

Chief Health Policy Officer for Milwaukee County Dr. Ben Weston joins Wisconsin's Midday News to talk about March being Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. He also discusses the pros and cons of weight loss drugs and chimes in on Norovirus and stomach flu cases increasing. If you'd like to learn more about colorectal cancer, join Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin for a Colorectal Cancer Conversation Saturday March 30th from 11AM-1PM at Gee's Clippers on 2200 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in Milwaukee.

This is my conversation with Rebecca Rettig and Michael Mosier. Rebecca is the Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon Labs. Michael is cofounder of Arktouros and partner at Ex Ante.Timestamps:- 00:00:00 intro- 00:01:38 sponsor: Privy- 0:02:59 Rebecca's background, the Silk Road case, Aave, Polygon- 00:07:22 Michael's background, Department of Justice, FinCEN, Espresso Systems, the White House, ex/ante - 00:15:12 the current regulatory regime, Bank Secrecy Act, sanctions laws, miners/validators- 00:29:30 sponsor: Optimism- 00:30:40 genuine DeFi vs onchain CeFi, critical infrastructure- 00:44:54 Uniswap contracts, app vs protocol, wallet risk scoring, OFAC, Lazarus Group- 00:54:19 the Security Alliance (SEAL), white hats, working with the FBI- 01:08:04 why do this work, the ability to innovate in the US is a freedom- 01:12:13 crypto policy bootcamp- 01:14:00 outroThank you to our sponsors for making this podcast possible:Optimism - https://optimism.ioPrivy - https://privy.ioInto the Bytecode:Twitter -  https://twitter.com/sinahabFarcaster - https://warpcast.com/sinahabOther episodes - https://intothebytecode.comDisclaimer: this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell securities. The host and guests may hold positions in the projects discussed.

The co-authors of a new paper discuss how to block illicit activity without turning neutral software into financial institutions. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.Trying to regulate DeFi is a huge challenge because in a truly decentralized system, there should be no centralized actors to make and enforce rules for. This could make combating illicit finance challenging since traditionally, regulation has been targeted at centralized intermediaries. Yet Rebecca Rettig, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon Labs; Michael Mosier, the co-founder of boutique law firm Arktouros; and Katja Gilman, senior lead for public policy at Polygon Labs, published a paper last week that proposes to do just that. Rettig and Mosier join Unchained to discuss what prompted them to write the paper, what the difference is between "onchain CeFi" and "genuine DeFi," how targeting high-risk wallets can be one part of the solution, how critical communications transmitters (CCTs) are another piece of the puzzle, and what next steps they are pursuing. Show highlights | The motivations behind their paper and Michael and Rebecca's legal backgroundsWhy Michael views the Bank Secrecy Act as outdated in the context of DeFiHow critical KYC and AML compliance is for the integrity of DeFiWhat Rebecca identifies as the principal risks in the DeFi sectorWhy their proposal target the protocol layer for effective DeFi regulationHow "onchain CeFi" differs fundamentally from "genuine DeFi"Whether a decentralized protocol can be effectively regulated when controlled by a DAOHow if DeFi were to be classified as critical infrastructure by the Cyber and Information Security Agency (CISA), it would impact the sectorWhether the critical components of blockchain networks, such as RPCs, can be regulated effectivelyHow categorizing wallets based on risk can be one part of the solution to fighting illicit financeWhy Rebecca considers Tornado Cash a prime example of “genuine DeFi”What steps Rebecca and Michael plan to take next following the publication of their paperThank you to our sponsors! Popcorn Network | Polkadot-Guests | Rebecca Rettig, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon LabsPrevious appearances on Unchained:Just a Coincidence? Coinbase and Polygon Lawyers See Bad Omens in SEC CrackdownKik's Surprising Move in Its Lawsuit With the SECMichael Mosier, cofounder of Arktouros PLLCLinks | Previous coverage of Unchained on the topic: Could the Bank Secrecy Act Harm Crypto? Coin Center Thinks So Full paper: Genuine DeFi as Critical Infrastructure: A Conceptual Framework for Combating Illicit Finance Activity in Decentralized FinanceRebecca's threadCoin Center: Broad, Ambiguous, or Delegated: Constitutional Infirmities of the Bank Secrecy ActTornado CashUnchained: Given the Sanctions on Tornado Cash, Is Ethereum Censorship Resistant?Illicit funds in crypto:Unchained: How Much Money Are Terrorists Actually Raising in Crypto?Rebecca Rettig, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon LabsMichael Mosier, Cofounder of Arktouros PLLC-Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Trying to regulate DeFi is a huge challenge because in a truly decentralized system, there should be no centralized actors to make and enforce rules for. This could make combating illicit finance challenging since traditionally, regulation has been targeted at centralized intermediaries. Yet Rebecca Rettig, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon Labs; Michael Mosier, the co-founder of boutique law firm Arktouros; and Katja Gilman, senior lead for public policy at Polygon Labs, published a paper last week that proposes to do just that.  Rebecca and Michael join Unchained to discuss what prompted them to write the paper, what the difference is between "onchain CeFi" and "genuine DeFi," how targeting high-risk wallets can be one part of the solution, how critical communications transmitters (CCTs) are another piece of the puzzle, and what next steps they are pursuing.  Show highlights: The motivations behind their paper and Michael and Rebecca's legal backgrounds Why Michael views the Bank Secrecy Act as outdated in the context of DeFi How critical KYC and AML compliance is for the integrity of DeFi What Rebecca identifies as the principal risks in the DeFi sector Why their proposal targets the protocol layer for effective DeFi regulation How "onchain CeFi" differs fundamentally from "genuine DeFi" Whether a decentralized protocol can be effectively regulated when controlled by a DAO How if DeFi were to be classified as critical infrastructure by the Cyber and Information Security Agency (CISA), it would impact the sector Whether the critical components of blockchain networks, such as RPCs, can be regulated effectively How categorizing wallets based on risk can be one part of the solution to fighting illicit finance Why Rebecca considers Tornado Cash a prime example of “genuine DeFi” What steps Rebecca and Michael plan to take next following the publication of their paper Thank you to our sponsors! Popcorn Network Polkadot Guest: Rebecca Rettig, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon Labs Previous appearances on Unchained: Just a Coincidence? Coinbase and Polygon Lawyers See Bad Omens in SEC Crackdown Kik's Surprising Move in Its Lawsuit With the SEC Michael Mosier, cofounder of Arktouros PLLC Links Previous coverage of Unchained on the topic: Could the Bank Secrecy Act Harm Crypto? Coin Center Thinks So  Full paper: Genuine DeFi as Critical Infrastructure: A Conceptual Framework for Combating Illicit Finance Activity in Decentralized Finance Rebecca's thread Coin Center: Broad, Ambiguous, or Delegated: Constitutional Infirmities of the Bank Secrecy Act Tornado Cash Unchained: Given the Sanctions on Tornado Cash, Is Ethereum Censorship Resistant? Illicit funds in crypto: Unchained: How Much Money Are Terrorists Actually Raising in Crypto? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farmers are now dealing with the impacts of the climate crisis on a daily basis. Experts predict weather events including droughts and flooding will only get worse. Young and beginning farmers, especially BIPOC farmers, are feeling those impacts the most. Are there opportunities to advance water and climate action and justice through the 2024 Farm Bill? We interview Abi Fain, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at the Intertribal Ag Council. And we'll talk to young farmers building solutions to address water access and climate issues. Check out the Intertribal Agriculture Council hereLearn more about the USDA's EQIP program here and the crop insurance agent training program Abi mentions hereMore information about the Small Farms Conservation Act and the Farmer to Farmer Education Act can be found here and hereConnect with the farmers featured in this episode. Visit Cloverleigh Farm, Hollenbeck's Cider Mill, San Juan Ranch, and BluRok FarmThe Farm Report is hosted by Leigh Ollman and Alita Kelly, produced by Leigh Ollman, Evan Flom and H Conley, and edited by Hannah Beal and H Conley. Audio engineering is by Armen Spendjian and H Conley. Music is by Breakmaster Cylinder and JangwaLearn more about the National Young Farmers Coalition here and consider becoming a member. Click here to take action on the farm bill and other important policy issues.The Farm Report is Powered by Simplecast.

Show Notes On today's episode, Ethan sits down with David Hawkins, Chief Education and Policy Officer at National Association of College Admission Counselors (aka NACAC), and they get discuss, among other things:  What are the most important factors colleges consider?  What significant changes has he seen in the college admission landscape in the past few years? How has the emphasis on college essays (aka the personal statement) shifted?  Why has the emphasis in standardized testing changed? What have the impacts been of the Supreme Court decision to ban race conscious admission?  How can students, counselors, and parents use the info in this report to make their college admission process easier?  For over 20 years, David Hawkins has worked in enrollment management and admissions to alleviate systemic barriers to accessing higher education. Hawkins has played a key role in setting NACAC's strategic direction, which involved hearing and representing the collective voice of NACAC's more than 25,000 high school counselors and college admission officers. His priorities include making NACAC a more effective learning organization, with an emphasis on ethics and redefining advocacy.  We hope you enjoy the conversation.   Play-by-Play 2:04 - Introductions 3:03 - What is the State of College Admission report? 5:48 - How can students, parents, and counselors use this report? 9:50 - Which factors of admissions decisions are most important to colleges? 13:34 - How are “positive character attributes” assessed? 18:00 - What are some specific qualities that are important to colleges? 20:46 - How do students show these qualities in their applications? 25:33 - How has the importance of the college essay shifted in recent years? 27:13 - Which colleges seem to value the essay more highly? 28:47 - How does a student's interest in attending a particular school influence admissions decisions? 32:30 - How are counselor & teacher recommendations assessed? 33:58 - What are admissions officers looking for in extracurricular activities? 37:38 - Why is high school class rank dropping in rank of importance?  39:30 - Do colleges still want to see standardized test scores? 42:52 - Quick thoughts on creative portfolios, interviews, work experience, state exam scores, and subject test scores 44:49 - David shares predictions on shifts in equity and inclusion in the future of admissions 48:57 - Closing thoughts    Resources State of College Admission Report What is Demonstrated Interest? A Practical How-To Guide A List of Activities You May Not Have Considered Including—But That Count! How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation for College: Step-by-Step Guide for Students How to Write a Letter of Recommendation: Counselor's Guide + Samples How to Write a Recommendation Letter for a Student: Teacher's Guide + Samples Crash Course to Standardized Testing Podcast Episodes: 204: What You Need to Know About Standardized Tests and Mistakes to Avoid 411: Finding Your Why, What a Liberal Arts Education Really Is, and How to Figure out What You Actually Want  

Matthew Fraser is  New York City's Chief Technology Officer of the Office of Technology & Innovation (OTI). The Chief Technology Officer plays a central role in City government, coordinating technology-related projects and policy Citywide. The Chief Technology Officer leads the Office and Technology and Innovation which is a consolidation of the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications, and the former NYC Cyber Command Center, the Mayor's Office of Information Privacy, the Mayor's Office of Data Analytics, and the Algorithms Management and Policy Officer. Consolidating the City's entire IT agency portfolio, CTO Fraser is uniquely qualified to put forward a central strategy that will bring agility, efficiency, and modernization to the City's IT infrastructure. He is committed to democratizing technology. He oversees projects to expand broadband and make City services easier to use for all. CTO Fraser also runs the Joint Security Operations Center (JSOC). JSOC is a new cybersecurity hub that allows city, state, and federal entities to coordinate efforts against cyber threats.Key Topics:NYC's Cybersecurity EffortsHow NYC is Handling the Use of Artificial IntelligenceNYC's Ban on TikTokNYC's Use of Facial Recognition NYC's MyCity PlatformNYC's Initiative to Provide Access to Broadband with Big Apple ConnectSign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramMarc is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.Some Future Day is produced and edited by Jon Bumhoffer at Make More Media

Never ones to shirk a challenge, Nish and Coco launch ‘Chat Shit Get Banged', their campaign to stop politicians from lying. They get some expert help from Will Moy, from fact checkers Full Fact - he's dedicated his life to correcting the mistakes and mistruths of the people elected to lead us…not mislead us. With a general election on the horizon next year, he tells them he's done with “bullshit manifestos”, and reveals how AI could help root out the liars.Campaigning works! Nish and Coco dissect the new Renters Reform Bill, which has finally been published thanks to the tireless efforts of people like our guest Anny Cullum, one of the founders of the community union Acorn. But does it go far enough? The Bill doesn't really address rocketing rents, so we ask if rent controls are the next battleground.Plus, Nish takes on the NatCons, but has a rare good word for Jacob Rees-Mogg. We also introduce you to Marvel's newest superhero: Ombudsman, and find out why Coco knows so much about rats' mating habits.If you want to support Full Fact's campaign to amend the rules to make it easier for politicians to correct mistakes, then you can sign their petition here: https://actions.fullfact.org/petitions/mps-owe-us-truth/?utm_source=%2F&utm_medium=home Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media. Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.uk. WhatsApp: 07514 644572 (UK) or + 44 7514 644572Twitter: @podsavetheukGuests:Will Moy, Chief Exec of the fact checking charity Full Fact Anny Cullum, Policy Officer and Researcher for the tenants and community union ACORNAudio credits:https://nationalconservatism.org/@NatConTalk

Alexis Sneller—Communications & Policy Officer for the Pennsylvania Family Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Pennsylvania House Bill 300 which would harm religious liberty, allow biological males to be placed in state women's shelters, and punish individuals who don't use “preferred pronouns.” Earlier in the week, State Representative Emily Kinkead confirmed the bill would force doctors in the state to provide children with “gender affirming” care, which includes surgery and puberty blockers.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: In an interview with James Taranto and David B. Rivkin Jr. of The Wall Street Journal, Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito addressed the leaked draft of his opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization—which upended Roe v. Wade. Alito told the WSJ: “I personally have a pretty good idea who is responsible, but that's different from the level of proof that is needed to name somebody…It was a part of an effort to prevent the Dobbs draft…from becoming the decision of the court. And that's how it was used for those six weeks by people on the outside—as part of the campaign to try to intimidate the court.” You can read the full interview here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/justice-samuel-alito-this-made-us-targets-of-assassination-dobbs-leak-abortion-court-74624ef9?mod=hp_opin_pos_2#cxrecs_s In a report from Anna Phillips of The Washington Post, Governor Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers are prepared to make New York the first state to ban the installation of gas stoves in new construction projects. You can read the article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2023/04/27/new-york-natural-gas-ban/ Alexis Sneller—Communications & Policy Officer for the Pennsylvania Family Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Pennsylvania House Bill 300 which would harm religious liberty, allow biological males to be placed in state women's shelters, and punish individuals who don't use “preferred pronouns.” Earlier in the week, State Representative Emily Kinkead confirmed the bill would force doctors in the state to provide children with “gender affirming” care, which includes surgery and puberty blockers. During a segment featuring Jen Psaki discussing House Republicans passing a bill that would raise the debt ceiling while concurrently cutting federal spending, MSNBC chose to run a chyron that read “McCarthy Caves to MAGA Extremists in First Big Test as Speaker”—is it now extreme MAGA behavior to advocated for fiscal responsibility?

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (04/28/2023): 3:05pm- On Wednesday, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten testified during a House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis. During the hearing, Weingarten claimed she attempted to reopen schools during the pandemic as quickly as possible—but since there wasn't “clear scientific guidance” her union had to “do it themselves.” While appearing on CNN following her Congressional testimony, Weingarten continued to deny having ever advocated for prolonged school shutdowns—CNN Senior Political Commentator Scott Jennings called Weingarten out for attempting to rewrite history. 3:20pm- At a campaign rally in New Hampshire on Thursday, former President Donald Trump hilariously announced he would be retiring the name “crooked” for Hillary Clinton and would be bestowing it upon Joe Biden—referring to Biden as the most crooked politician in the country. 3:30pm- While appearing on Fox News, former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) official Dan Hoffman revealed that in October of 2020 he declined to sign a letter proclaiming that The New York Post's Hunter Biden laptop story was likely Russian misinformation—explaining there was no evidence indicating the story was false or in any way connected to the Kremlin. More than 50 intelligence officers did end up signing the letter—including John Brennan, Leon Panetta, and Gen. Michael Hayden. Many of the signees had publicly endorsed Joe Biden's candidacy for President prior to the letter's creation. 3:40pm- Christopher Tremoglie—Commentary Writer for The Washington Examiner—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to talk about his most recent article, “The Fictional World of Karine Jean-Pierre.” Tremoglie writes: “White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and her cohorts in the Biden administration have routinely stated their dedication to stopping the spread of disinformation. Yet any legitimate, objective analysis of what Jean-Pierre says on a routine basis will show that she willfully engages in the very thing she claims to detest—spreading lies.” You can read the full article here: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/the-fictional-world-of-karine-jean-pierre 4:05pm- In an interview with James Taranto and David B. Rivkin Jr. of The Wall Street Journal, Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito addressed the leaked draft of his opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization—which upended Roe v. Wade. Alito told the WSJ: “I personally have a pretty good idea who is responsible, but that's different from the level of proof that is needed to name somebody…It was a part of an effort to prevent the Dobbs draft…from becoming the decision of the court. And that's how it was used for those six weeks by people on the outside—as part of the campaign to try to intimidate the court.” You can read the full interview here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/justice-samuel-alito-this-made-us-targets-of-assassination-dobbs-leak-abortion-court-74624ef9?mod=hp_opin_pos_2#cxrecs_s 4:10pm- In a report from Anna Phillips of The Washington Post, Governor Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers are prepared to make New York the first state to ban the installation of gas stoves in new construction projects. You can read the article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2023/04/27/new-york-natural-gas-ban/ 4:30pm- Alexis Sneller—Communications & Policy Officer for the Pennsylvania Family Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Pennsylvania House Bill 300 which would harm religious liberty, allow biological males to be placed in state women's shelters, and punish individuals who don't use “preferred pronouns.” Earlier in the week, State Representative Emily Kinkead confirmed the bill would force doctors in the state to provide children with “gender affirming” care, which includes surgery and puberty blockers. 4:45pm- During a segment featuring Jen Psaki discussing House Republicans passing a bill that would raise the debt ceiling while concurrently cutting federal spending, MSNBC chose to run a chyron that read “McCarthy Caves to MAGA Extremists in First Big Test as Speaker”—is it now extreme MAGA behavior to advocated for fiscal responsibility? 5:05pm- The Drive at 5: Dr. E.J. Antoni—Research Fellow for Regional Economics in the Center for Data Analysis at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy and House Republicans passing a bill that would raise the nation's debt ceiling while concurrently cutting long-term federal spending. However, President Joe Biden has already pledged to veto the bill. So, what will happen next? 5:25pm- Ben Zeisloft of The Daily Wire writes, “American economic growth slowed to a 1.1% annualized rate in the first quarter of 2023, marking a significant slowdown from previous quarters as various headwinds continue to slow recovery from the lockdown-induced recession.” You can read Zeisloft's full article here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/american-economic-growth-slows-to-1-1-in-first-quarter 5:30pm Last Thursday, SpaceX's unmanned Starship rocket exploded several minutes after taking off from its South Padre Island, Texas launchpad. SpaceX touted the next-generation rocket as being “the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed.” National Public Radio (NPR) is now complaining that Elon Musk's private space technology company is environmentally problematic. 5:35pm- Jimmy Failla—stand-up comedian & Fox News Radio host—joins The Rich Zeoli Show from Washington D.C. where he is preparing for this year's White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. Failla also weighs-in on Tucker Carlson's shocking firing, but even Fox News employees don't know what really happened! You can hear The Best of Jimmy Failla every Saturday on 1210 WPHT—and make sure to get tickets for his Laughs & Liberty Tour with Kennedy! 6:05pm- On Wednesday, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten testified during a House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis. During the hearing, Weingarten claimed she attempted to reopen schools during the pandemic as quickly as possible—but since there wasn't “clear scientific guidance” her union had to “do it themselves.” While appearing on CNN following her Congressional testimony, Weingarten continued to deny having ever advocated for prolonged school shutdowns—CNN Senior Political Commentator Scott Jennings called Weingarten out for attempting to rewrite history. 6:25pm- At a campaign rally in New Hampshire on Thursday, former President Donald Trump hilariously announced he would be retiring the name “crooked” for Hillary Clinton and would be bestowing it upon Joe Biden—referring to Biden as the most crooked politician in the country. 6:40pm- With Tucker Carlson gone, what is next for Fox News? 6:45pm- While answering a question from Bill Rhoden of ESPN, WNBA player Brittney Griner said it should be a “crime” to prevent biological males from competing in women's sports. Last year, Griner was freed from a Russian prison when the Biden Administration agreed to a prisoner swap that resulted in the release of arms dealer Viktor Bout.