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How One Caribbean Biologist is Shaping the Future of Conservation From Cambridge to the Tropics.In this episode of the Conservation Careers Podcast, we speak with Dr Howard Nelson—Lecturer in Conservation Leadership at Fauna & Flora International and the University of Cambridge.Howard brings over 30 years of experience across the Caribbean and the UK, working in government, NGOs, and academia. We dive into his work teaching the next generation of conservation professionals and discuss his journey from managing jaguar habitat in Trinidad to shaping conservation policy and leadership in Cambridge.Topics covered:What is conservation leadership?Lessons from 30+ years in field ecology and policyThe science-policy interface in small island statesAdvice for career switchers and aspiring conservationistsThe importance of communication and diversity in conservation#ConservationLeadership #HowardNelson #FaunaAndFlora #ConservationCareers #WildlifeBiologist #GlobalSouthVoices #CambridgeUniversityLinkshttps://www.cl.geog.cam.ac.uk/

Guest: Paul MacEvoy | Mutual of Omaha Mortgage & Keller Home LoansIn this episode, KT and Kent Temple are joined by Paul MacEvoy, a mortgage professional with decades of experience, to explore how tariffs and Treasury yields influence today's mortgage market.From global economic strategies to interest rate predictions, Paul unpacks how government policy, especially the use of tariffs, can ripple through the economy, affecting everything from inflation and fuel prices to the housing market.

“In tech, I feel like I’m giving a sociolinguistics 101 course once a month” This episode is a recording of a special live episode of the Linguistics Careercast podcast. Our panel of linguists discusses how artificial intelligence (especially Gen AI) is impacting linguistics as a field. We'll cover topics like AI bias, challenges in training data curation, and implications of GenAI on online language data collection. These are conversations that linguists are having behind the scenes about the future of this changing technical landscape. The panel was held on April 12, 2025, during LingFest, a part of LingComm 2025 Panelists: Aubrie Amstutz, Responsible AI Research Scientist at Grid Dynamics Alicia Beckford Wassink, Director of the Sociolinguistics Laboratory and Professor of Linguistics at the University of Washington Katie Swindler, Content Management for Generative AI at Mother Tongue AI Producer: Alex Johnston, MLC Director, Georgetown University Topics include – generative AI – large language models (LLM) – ethics – trust and safety – minoritized dialects – language bias – automatic speech recognition – discourse analysis – product policyThe post Episode #69: Live at LingFest 2025 first appeared on Linguistics Careercast.

In this raw, unscripted monologue, Chris Abraham takes you on a deep-dive into the potential abuse of century-old anti-terrorism laws. What begins with a Maryland father's deportation unravels into a sweeping analysis of how bipartisan precedent—intended to curb extremism—could be turned inward, weaponized against migrants, activists, and even everyday citizens with minor associations or distant ties. Chris draws unsettling parallels to McCarthyism, RICO laws, and the expanding use of surveillance and profiling. No script, no filter, just a cold warning: today's lawfare may become tomorrow's authoritarian playbook.A Salvadoran father in Maryland and the hidden contextBiden, Trump, and the “two faces of the authoritarian state”From anti-Nazi to anti-you: the lifecycle of weaponized precedentHow gang associations, even historical or familial, can become legal trapsRed Dawn conspiracy theory meets real-world policyThe fishing line analogy: let it run, reel it in, lock it downWhy MAGA and anti-MAGA are two wings of the same hawkQ: Why does this episode feel different?A: It's fully unscripted and intentionally raw. Chris is reacting in real time, with no AI assistance until post-production.Q: Is this about Trump?A: Not really. It's about the mechanisms of State power, regardless of who's holding the sword.Q: What law is being “reactivated”?A: Likely the Alien Enemies Act (1798) or dormant provisions under the Patriot Act—tools that enable detention, deportation, or blacklisting of suspected enemy affiliates.Q: Is this a pro-MAGA episode?A: No. Chris critiques both MAGA and mainstream liberalism, suggesting they're faces of the same authoritarian coin.

Jake Wiskerchen and Michael Sodini sit down with Tom Cruz — not that Tom Cruz — to talk about the moment that changed everything. A 26-year Army veteran, Tom shares his harrowing story of a seven-hour mental health crisis in which he took his fiancée hostage — an event he doesn't fully remember, but one that would define the next chapter of his life. What followed wasn't a prison sentence — it was a redemption arc powered by compassion, self-awareness, and one woman's extraordinary strength under pressure. Together, Tom and his wife would navigate law enforcement, stigma, the military system, and ultimately, the long journey to healing.Tom now travels the country with his family, sharing their story to change the conversation around suicide prevention, trauma, and firearm responsibility — especially within the military and veteran community. In this episode, you'll hear:How Tom's wife calmly de-escalated a life-or-death situation — without formal trainingThe importance of lived experience in suicide prevention policyThe gray area between law enforcement, mental health, and justiceWhy Tom trains his son to be a part of his support systemThe work Tom does now to bridge police and community through mental health educationSend us a text Walk the Talk America would like to thank our partners who make these conversations possible and want to highlight our top two partner tiers below! Platinum Tier:RugerArmscorGold Tier:NASGWLipsey'sDavidson's

In today's digital world, cyber risk isn't just an IT problem—it's a business problem, and a growing one at that.In this episode, host and Kanopi CEO Nigel Fellowes-Freeman speaks with Karen Stephens, CEO of BCyber, about the shifting landscape of cybersecurity and what insurers, brokers, and business owners must do to stay ahead of emerging threats.With over two decades in financial services and cybersecurity, Karen brings sharp insight, practical advice, and a dose of dry wit as she breaks down the human, emotional and financial cost of cyber breaches—and how to mitigate them.

This week, A'ndre is joined by former National Security Advisor Ambassador John Bolton for a wide-ranging conversation on the return of Donald Trump to the White House — and how the second term is stacking up against the first.Drawing from his front-row experience during Trump's first administration, Bolton reflects on the decision-making process he witnessed firsthand: the role of personality, the unpredictability, and the often transactional approach to global affairs. We dig into what's changed, what hasn't, and what it all means for U.S. national security.Topics include:How Trump's foreign policy in term two compares to term oneWho Trump listens to and who he does not, and how that shapes U.S. policyThe recent NSC firings and what it may signal about who has influenceTrump's approach to China, NATO, and the war in UkraineWhat to make of Trump's renewed talk of acquiring Greenland — and why Amb. Bolton believes there are real security interests behind the ideaHow Bolton views Trump's latest tariff decisions through the lens of his leadership styleAmb. Bolton brings his signature candor and deep institutional knowledge to the table as we explore whether the second Trump term is more strategic — or a continuation of its most unpredictable tendencies.

Privacy laws might not be the most exciting topic, but if you're a real estate agency owner, property manager, or business development manager, ignoring them could cost you BIG TIME. If you want to protect yourself in business, maintain trust with clients and avoid hefty fines, privacy compliance is a MUST. And If you're not sure whether your business is compliant, take action now, whether it's updating your privacy policy, reviewing your contracts, or implementing better data security practices, small steps today can save you major headaches down the track. And this is exactly what deep dive into, in this episode. I chat with Kristen Porter who is an expert in business law and privacy for the real estate industry. Kristen is well known for helping agencies grow through strategic acquisitions of rent rolls, sales agencies and shares in companies. Kristen helps real estate agency principals to shield their assets, future proof their business relationships, expand faster and plan their exit so that they can increase the value of their agency and have peace of mind knowing that their a*rse is actually covered. If you use any kind of computer program or AI to help you make a decision in the business. And that uses personal information and it might impact the rights of an individual. Then you actually need to now disclose that in your privacy policy. - Kristen PorterWe explore:Why privacy laws are changing and how they impact real estate businesses How if your privacy policy is outdated or non compliant, you could be at riskThe 3 must have privacy documents that every agency needsHow to handle client data correctly, including tenancy applicationsWhy offshoring data (like using VAs) could land you in hot water if you're not careful and the clauses needed in your ContractsThe role of AI in real estate, how it affects decision making and why AI must be stated in your privacy policyThe risk of data breaches, what they mean for your business, and how to protect yourselfSteps to take now to ensure your business is compliant and future proofWhy tightening up security and only keeping necessary client information is criticalKylie's ResourcesProperty Management Growth School: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/TPM-BDMSchool Digital Marketing School: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/digitalschool That Property Mum Courses: https://www.thatpropertymum.com.au/courses/ The PM Accelerate Membership: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/accelerate Book a Strategy Call with Kylie: https://calendly.com/kylie-tpm/coaching-call Kolmeo: https://kolmeo.com/ HD&U Sales Bundle: https://www.hdandu.com.au/that-property-mum-sales-readiness-bundle-0 Find out about our Done for You Lead Generation -...

Dr Hafez Alavi is a passionate advocate for road safety and sustainable mobility, dedicated to shaping an inclusive future where every journey is safe and sustainable. With over 23 years of experience spanning public and private sectors, academia, and injury prevention research, he has played a pivotal role in advancing road safety strategies at both national and international levels. Hafez was a key contributor to the Victorian Government's Towards Zero Strategy. What you'll learn:The critical role that speed plays in causing traffic crashes and their severity.Why road safety should be integrated early into planning and policyThe human impacts behind road crash statisticsThe importance of political accountability, cultural shifts, and public education in improving road safety.

Send us a textOn this episode I review markets in 2024 and share the outlook for 2025. Topics include:The state of the economy Our outlook for interest rates and fed policyWhat election results mean for the economy, markets, and tax policyThe potential collision course between the bond market, the fed, and proposed policiesAIs impact on the stock market and current valuation levelsThis episode is a replay of a client webinar from January 2025.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at marc.penziner@bernstein.com or 212-969-6655.The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor's personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

A panel of leading voices in A.I., including experts on capabilities, safety and investing, and policy and governance, tease out some of the big debates over the future of A.I and try to find some common ground. The discussion is moderated by Kevin Roose, a technology columnist at The Times.Participants:Jack Clark, co-founder and head of policy at AnthropicAjeya Cotra, senior program officer for potential risks from advanced A.I. at Open PhilanthropySarah Guo, founder and managing partner at ConvictionDan Hendrycks, director of the Center for A.I. SafetyRana el Kaliouby, co-founder and general partner at Blue Tulip VenturesEugenia Kuyda, founder and chief executive of ReplikaPeter Lee, president of Microsoft Research at MicrosoftMarc Raibert, executive director of the A.I. Institute and founder of Boston DynamicsJosh Woodward, vice president of Google LabsTim Wu, the Julius Silver Professor of Law, Science and Technology at Columbia Law School and former special assistant to the president for technology and competition policyThe conversation was recorded at the annual DealBook Summit and recorded live in front of an audience at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Read more about highlights from the day at https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/12/04/business/dealbook-summit-news Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode of Vibe Science, Ryan Alford andChris Hansen sit down with Kat Murti, Executive Director of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSP), and Gina Giorgio to dive into the topic of drug policy reform. Kat shares SSP's mission to end the war on drugs and advance policies that prioritize human rights and harm reduction. The discussion explores the historical background of drug laws, racial disparities in enforcement, and the critical role of education and community support in tackling addiction. The guests advocate for a compassionate, evidence-based approach to drug use, questioning the effectiveness of punitive policies and calling for change.TAKEAWAYSDrug policy reform and its societal implicationsThe mission and role of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSP)Historical context of drug laws and their impact on societyRacial disparities in drug enforcement and sentencingThe negative consequences of punitive drug policies on individuals and communitiesThe relationship between addiction and environmental factorsThe concept of "set and setting" in drug use experiencesThe critique of the criminal model of drug policyThe importance of education and harm reduction in addressing drug useThe need for a compassionate and informed societal approach to drug use and addiction Follow us on Instagram: @Vibe.Science Subscribe to our YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/@Vibe.Science

links https://samwelchmusic.com/https://music.amazon.co.uk/artists/B074N2SXRM/sam-welch/https://www.boomplay.com/songs/173922636https://open.spotify.com/artist/67hWb0kt92swFcx61BdgXLThemes of spiritual transcendence and mental dysfunction aren't usual subjects for popular music, unless you are Boston's Sam Welch and you put them into the kind of techno music he is known for, or the pop of his new album, The Republic.The combination pop/alternative pop instrumentation and playful lyrics full of quirky rhymes makes even a song with a title like “My Darling Human Condition,” or “The Tenuous Affair,” a song about the philosophy of Thomas Hobbes, not only interesting but fun.“I had a lot of fun creating it this year,” said Sam, who since 2017 has put out an album a year, mostly in a style he calls “transcendental techno vox.”The vox is still there in The Republic, in his play with harmonizing vocals, but this year he did something different.“I wanted to take as organic an approach as possible, trying to create some original instrumentation, combining different instruments and creating a different motif than I've done in the past.”“Linear,” for instance, a song about transcendence, a poppy tune with a swinging, rocking kind of beat with organ, brass, keyboards and something like a marimba or xylophone.I'm gonna take out a policyGonna sail on that shining sea, take out a policyAin't nothing ever free, take out a policyThe wind is blowing to the lee, don't worry about realityFour o'clock and it's time for teaTake out a policy“‘Linear' is a metaphorical thing about transcendence, basically saying that, when you think about death and stuff, it doesn't make any sense. It's not a linear progression.”Or, speaking of death, “My Room,” which he almost titled “The Mausoleum,” since the nominal subject is the decay of the grave. Soft, melodic bass and crooning vocalization turn the lyrics into something to think about rather than a horror movie.My room is filled with colored lightFor this I can't give up the fightMustiness breathes with an ugly snoreThere's more of life lying in store“I was originally going to call that one ‘The Mausoleum.' It's basically about physical decomposition. I figured ‘My Room' would be a more upbeat title.”Hobbes, the 17th-century English philosopher whose formulation of life as “nasty, brutish and short,” is the subject of “The Tenuous Affair.”Old Hobbes was speaking his mindBut he might have been unkindPardon me sir, pardon me sirYour words are making me blindThe intro is a kind of high-church vocalization, as might have been heard in the England of his time, with a swinging piano beat, tambourines and bongos and, lightly, the high notes of an organ, Hobbes' ghost, perhaps, lurking in the background.“It feeds into the transcendence thing,” he said. “I'm advocating faith in positive things as opposed to sort of the stuff that Hobbes used to write about.”“That Cat,” on the other hand, is the psychological side.“It's about what it means to have a nervous breakdown, and how there's really no definition of, or way to categorize a nervous breakdown,” he said. He himself had what was called a nervous breakdown when he was 19 and now works as a psych counselor.Death in the valley, screaming down the alleyThis just ain't no birth, but it also ain't no finaleThat cat had a nervous breakdownSet to keyboards and flute to a bump-bounce beat.“That song is basically about just using that term to label any type of problem whatsoever.”“It's a very untechno album,” he said, but it still has his vocal harmonization and themes rooted in what he calls the “Venn diagram of spirituality and mental dysfunction.” He has relied on the spirituality and experienced the dysfunction. They inform his music.The Republic is his experiment in pop, and he says that he probably won't return to it. His next album will be on the rock end of the spectrum.“I want to get back to more of an organic rock sound. I want to write more songs that I can perform live and get to a good, solid rock beat. That's the goal for the next album.”Live performances are another area in which Sam is advancing his music. He has performed live weekly for about 10 months. He is performing at the Club Passim in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on July 23, at the Otter River Pub in Baldwinville on July 31, the Harvard General Store in Harvard on August 9.His other scheduled appearances are on his website (link below).Another song on The Republic, the upbeat “Still Singing,” with piano, sax and Latin-vibe brass, expresses the transcendence of hope. And my ears are ringingBut I'm still singingTo all of my hopesI'm so desperately clinging“It's an important song because it's about maintaining hope about the future and life and maintaining a positive attitude.”His philosophy of music includes the idea of growth and positivity, and that includes growing from his audience.“I'd like more people to listen to my music and give me feedback. I have a website where people can email me, and I'd love to get some criticism, so I can work on my next album and try to create something new down the line.”Transcend with Sam Welch — Sam Welch from Boston — and connect with him on all platforms for new music, videos, and social posts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

In this episode, Nick Fabbri speaks with The Hon. Tony Abbott AC, Former Prime Minister of Australia. They discuss:The influence of the Jesuits, Oxford, and Father Paul Mankowski on Mr. Abbott's life and leadership qualitiesThe art of effective opposition and developing alternative policies for the nationAchievements and regrets of the Abbott Government in officeThe role of government in fostering trust and cohesion in communities National service and giving back to the countryNational identity, immigration, and multiculturalismIndustrial and energy policyThe state of right of centre politics globally, and what a conservatism for the 21st century might look likeThe importance of promoting classical education and an understanding of western civilisation to strengthen cultural self-confidenceThe global security situation and the need for a military, industrial, and cultural re-armament to resist the authoritarian axis of China, Russia, Iran, and North KoreaPoetic reflections on Australia and advice to young Australians abroad

Today's Sponsor: The Chess Storehttp://thisistheconversationproject.com/thechessstore      Today's Rundown:3 newly freed Americans are back on US soil after a landmark prisoner exchange with Russiahttps://apnews.com/article/russia-gershkovich-whelan-d803e266cb4e60135ec5d668d684529fBomb Smuggled Into Iran Guesthouse Months Ago Killed Hamas Leaderhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/bomb-smuggled-iran-guesthouse-months-173612531.html  StubHub tricks consumers into overpaying for tickets, prosecutors allegehttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/stubhub-washington-dc-ag-lawsuit-drip-pricing-junk-fees/Gen X, millennials face higher risk of 17 cancers than older generationshttps://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/cancer-gen-x-millennials-17-types-reverse-trend-rcna164376 Don Lemon Sues Elon Musk And X Over Abrupt End To Content Dealhttps://deadline.com/2024/08/don-lemon-elon-musk-x-lawsuit-1236028808/  Cardi B files for divorce from Offset, posts she's pregnant with their third child on Instagramhttps://apnews.com/article/cardi-b-offset-divorce-b2b33367c6da8ca33e0ac53de3d1c006    Britney Spears biopic in the works at Universalhttps://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/britney-spears-biopic-universal-pictures-jon-m-chu-marc-platt-rcna164740   Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter set ‘Bill & Ted' reunion on Broadway with ‘Waiting for Godot'https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/keanu-reeves-alex-winter-set-bill-ted-reunion-broadway-waiting-godot-rcna164742         Website: http://thisistheconversationproject.com  Facebook: http://facebook.com/thisistheconversationproject  Twitter: http://twitter.com/th_conversation  TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@theconversationproject  YouTube: http://thisistheconversationproject.com/youtube  Podcast: http://thisistheconversationproject.com/podcasts         ONE DAY OLDER ON AUGUST 2:Butch Patrick (71)Victoria Jackson (65)Kevin Smith (54)  WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:1876: Jack McCall shot Wild Bill Hickok in the back as he played poker at a saloon in Deadwood, Dakota Territory. Hickok held black aces and eights, which became known as the “dead man's hand.” McCall was hanged.1934: Adolf Hitler became Führer of Germany.1990: On orders of President Saddam Hussein, the Iraqi army invaded Kuwait. This led to the 100-hour war against Iraq, Operation Desert Storm.    WORD OF THE DAY: jingoism [ jing-goh-iz-uhm ]https://www.dictionary.com/browse/jingoismextreme patriotism, especially in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policyThe politician's speech was criticized for its jingoism, appealing to national pride at the expense of international cooperation.   DAILY AFFIRMATION: I'll Surround Myself With Positive People Who Will Help Bring Out The Best In Me.Boosts Mental Health: Surrounding yourself with positive people can significantly improve your mental health by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. A positive environment encourages a healthier mindset and emotional well-being.https://www.amazon.com/100-Daily-Affirmations-Positivity-Confidence/dp/B0D2D6SS2D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PX49BQTLR708&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NRYOXILA_fPs_fuXcyiwOKLSPc1miNJPkPYLS43UD7U.iesM1KX_TfB8x_NShsN6e_ugSFnaeNyIXs7mB5l8VoQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=100+affirmations+payne&qid=1722214674&sprefix=100+affirmations+payne%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-1    PLUS, TODAY WE CELBRATE: Ice Cream Sandwich Dayhttps://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-ice-cream-sandwich-day-august-2On August 2, National Ice Cream Sandwich Day encourages us to cool off with one of our favorite frozen treats. Whether it's vanilla, strawberry or Neopolitan between two chocolate wafers, the dessert sure will hit the spot on a hot summer day. The original ice cream sandwich sold for a penny in 1900 from a pushcart in the Bowery neighborhood of New York. Newspapers never identified the name of the vendor in articles that appeared across the country. However, the ice cream sandwiched between milk biscuits became a hit. Soon, pushcarts popped up around the city and country during the summer months selling the portable treats. Early pictures show beachgoers at Atlantic City getting their ice cream sandwiches for 1¢ each. 

Description:Join U.S. Army Iraq combat medic veteran Colonel Dr. Damon Arnold as he hosts an insightful discussion with Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent and host of the KFF Health News Weekly Health Policy podcast. In this episode, they tackle the pressing issues of reproductive health, abortion rights, and the broader implications of health policy in the 2024 election.Julie Rovner shares her extensive knowledge on Vice President Kamala Harris's approach to health policy, the challenges women face in states with restrictive abortion laws, and the critical importance of mobilizing voters for the upcoming election. They also explore the potential impact of different administrations on women's health and the need for revitalizing civic engagement.Topics covered include:The significance of Vice President Harris's advocacy for reproductive healthThe impact of abortion bans on women's health and safetyThe role of the courts and Congress in shaping health policyThe importance of civic education and voter participationSubscribe for more in-depth discussions on health policy and the 2024 election!Introduction to Dr. Damon Arnold and Julie RovnerOverview of Julie Rovner's work and expertiseDiscussion on KFF Health News articleImportance of reproductive health in 2024 electionsChallenges faced by women in states with abortion bansPotential impacts of future administrations on health care policyMobilizing women voters and implications for women's rightsThe importance of civic engagement and understanding government#ReproductiveHealth #HealthPolicy #2024Elections #AbortionRights #KamalaHarris #Veterans #CivicEngagement #KFFHealthNews #JulieRovner #DrDamonArnold

Today we're delighted to be joined by Michelle Riddalls, PAGB CEO. In this insightful interview, we dive into the world of self-care and the crucial role of the consumer healthcare industry in empowering people to take control of their health.

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Federal News Bulletin from CIC news release. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in Canada's economic growth and promotes the vitality of Francophone minority communities and meet labour needs across the country.Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced in Caraquet, New Brunswick, a series of initiatives to support Francophone immigration outside Quebec. These measures include a new Francophone immigration policy, the renewal and expansion of the Welcoming Francophone Communities initiative, a new program to support Francophone immigration, and the implementation of the Action Plan for Official Languages—and they will all strengthen the presence of French in Canada.Francophone immigration policyThe new policy promotes the vitality and economic development of Francophone minority communities. It paves the way for tangible, ambitious and innovative actions in the short, medium and long term that will enable progress towards restoring and increasing the demographic weight of these communities. It is also based on a series of measures such as promotion and recruitment support efforts, both in Canada and abroad, particularly for specific lines of business, in order to address labour shortages. The policy will also oversee the development of a new program and new measures dedicated to Francophone economic immigration.Welcoming Francophone Communities initiativeThrough the renewal of the Welcoming Francophone Communities initiative, 14 Canadian communities will continue to receive funding to foster the integration of French-speaking newcomers. The initiative's expansion will enable the Government of Canada to select up to 10 additional communities that will, in turn, be able to create environments that support the economic and socio-cultural integration of French-speaking newcomers.Francophone Immigration Support ProgramThe new Francophone Immigration Support Program will fund innovative projects to eliminate barriers to Francophone immigration. This will make it easier for Francophone minority communities to participate in international promotion initiatives and support and recruit French-speaking candidates.The Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028These initiatives are supported by an investment of over $137 million announced as part of the Government of Canada's Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028. The implementation of all the measures in the action plan demonstrates the federal government's firm commitment to the vitality of Francophone minority communities.The Minister also highlighted that the target of 4.4.% French-speaking resident admissions outside Quebec was surpassed in December 2023, reaching approximately 4.7% from January to December 2023, according to the currently available statistical data. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will be able to confirm the complete 2023 statistics by February 2024. Last November, IRCC announced ambitious, realistic and achievable targets for the next three years. The targets for Francophone immigrant admissions outside Quebec are 6% in 2024, 7% in 2025 and 8% in 2026.These measures will facilitate the strengthening, long-term growth and vitality of Francophone minority communities outside Quebec. The Government of Canada will continue to work with the provinces and territories, as well as key stakeholders, to strengthen these communities.You can always access past news from the Canadian Federal Government by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/fed/.Furthermore, if you are interest

Inflation is down and the stock market is rallying in response. But the Fed is exercising caution before it lowers interest rates.What does that mean for you and me? What should we be investing in right now?Paul Lipcious, CPA, serves as Partner and Senior CFO Advisor and Brandon Hobson, CFA, CPA, is Chief Investment Officer at Practice CFO.On this episode of The Dental Board Room Podcast, Brandon and Paul join host Drew Phillips for the continuation of The Dental Board Room Podcast's quarterly investment podcast series.Brandon, Paul and Drew explain why the current markets are overly optimistic and where interest rates are likely to go in Q1 and Q2 of next year. They go on to discuss what sectors they favor moving into 2024 and how they're making decisions around equity allocations based on the current economic environment.Listen in to understand what factors might create a softening of the real estate market and learn why Brandon, Paul and Drew recommend sticking to a long-term investment strategy versus trying to time the market.Topics CoveredHow the Fed might respond to the recent improvement in core inflation numbersWhy the markets are being overly optimistic by pricing in the Fed's next moveThe Magnificent 7 stocks that are driving market performance right nowWhy we can't count on the continued growth of the Magnificent 7What sectors Brandon, Paul and Drew favor moving into 2024Where interest rates might go from here and how they're influenced by employment, inflation and fiscal policyThe likelihood that quantitative tightening will hold through next yearHow to adjust portfolio allocations in lieu of the decrease in the 10-year yieldHow Practice CFO is making decisions around equity allocations based on the current economyWhat differentiates value vs. growth stocks (and why we prefer value over growth)How to assess the health of a company based on capitalization and debt loadsHow wage inflation is affecting dentists and dental specialistsHow interest rates and inflation influence real estate and what factors might create a softening in the marketWhy time in the market is more important than timing the marketConnect with Brandon Hobson & Paul LipciusBrandon at Practice CFOPaul at Practice CFOConnect with Wes Read, Matt Odgers & Drew PhillipsPractice OrbitEmail wes@practiceorbit.com, matt@practiceorbit.com or drew@practiceorbit.com Practice CFOPractice CFO on InstagramPractice CFO on FacebookPractice CFO on YouTubeResources

In the final Pathfinder episode of the year, Mo brings Payload's editorial staff into the hot seat(s) to discuss the most significant stories of 2023 and share predictions for 2024!In addition to each team member's trajectory to Payload, we discuss:The shortage in launch supplyStarship and the mainstream media's reactionThe Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing (and other Moon-related news)The state of space companies in public marketsOrbital debris and the evolution of policyThe evolution of DoD vs NASA budgetsAnd much more…This episode is brought to you by SpiderOak, a US-based software company that builds space cybersecurity products and solutions for civilian, military, and commercial space operations. Learn more at https://spideroak.com/• Chapters •00:00 - Intro & SpiderOak Ad01:31 - Rachael + Payload04:24 - Jacqueline + Payload05:56 - Jack + Payload09:19 - Jack's Top Story of the Year10:29 - Jacqueline's Top Story of the Year13:28 - Rachael's Top Story of the Year15:01 - Why is it still so hard on the Moon?17:42 - The launch shortage22:21 - Media coverage around Starship29:30 - Is the market spot on with Where Space Companies Should Be Trading?32:20 - Jack's analysis on companies' cash flow34:00 - SpiderOak Ad Break34:47 - Jacqueline's policy stories38:07 - Orbital debris40:56 - Space tugging and de-orbiting market44:14 - The Kessler Syndrome46:35 - Why does the Space Force have a bigger budget than NASA?50:01 - Jacqueline's predictions52:11 - Why Jacqueline believes 2024 is the year for debris53:13 - Rachael's predictions54:46 - Timing of the first commercial Moon landing55:48 - Moon vs Mars58:03 - Jack's predictions59:29 - ULA buyers01:01:58 - Jack's favorite space TV show/book01:03:01 - Rachael's favorite space TV show/book01:03:29 - Jacqueline's favorite space TV show/book• Show notes •Jacqueline's socials — https://twitter.com/jacqfeldscherRachael's socials — https://twitter.com/RachaelZiskJack's socials — https://twitter.com/JackKuhrPayload's socials — https://twitter.com/payloadspace / https://www.linkedin.com/company/payloadspacePathfinder archive — Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@payloadspace Pathfinder archive — Listen: https://pod.payloadspace.com/episodes• About us •Pathfinder is brought to you by Payload, a modern space media brand built from the ground up for a new age of space exploration and commercialization. We deliver need-to-know news and insights daily to 15,000+ commercial, civil, and military space leaders. Payload is read by decision-makers at every leading new space company, along with c-suite leaders at all of the aerospace & defense primes. We're also read on Capitol Hill, in the Pentagon, and at space agencies around the world. Payload began as a weekly email sent to a few friends and coworkers.Today, we're a team distributed across four time zones and two continents, publishing three media properties across multiple platforms: 1) Payload, our flagship daily newsletter, sends M-F @ 9am Eastern (https://newsletter.payloadspace.com/) 2) Pathfinder publishes weekly on Tuesday mornings (pod.payloadspace.com) 3) Polaris, our weekly policy publication, hits inboxes Tuesday (https://polaris.payloadspace.com/) 4) Parallax, our weekly space science briefing, hits inboxes Thursday (https://parallax.payloadspace.com/)

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Fifth Edition will soon be renamed STRATEGIC WHOLE LIFE. Read more about the coming name change below.Welcome to the final installment of our transformative series, "IBC First Principles: Mastering the Basics of Privatized Banking, Part 3."In Episode 81, we bring our three-part series to a close by examining principles 8 through 10. We discuss:The unparalleled value of storing cash in a whole life insurance policyThe empowerment of financial self-sovereignty andThe critical importance of long-range thinking in today's instant-gratification culture.Discover how leveraging the strength of top mutual life insurance companies can maximize your dollars, how having accessible capital can bring opportunities to your doorstep, and why the long-range view offers a safer, more stable financial future. Tune in and learn why you should embrace these timeless principles that can solidify your financial independence.KEY MOMENTS:01:05 Principle 8: Park Wealth for Maximum Economic Value - Your money should reside somewhere it can do multiple jobs for you simultaneously.12:19 Principle 9: The Golden Rule - "He who has the gold makes the rules." Do you really have control over your assets?22:59 Principle 10: Think Long Range - In today's culture of "hacks" and "FOMO," this might be the most crucial principle on this list.----LINKS:Get in touch: SCHEDULE A CONSULTATIONOnline Course: IBC MASTERY----About Your Hosts:Hosts John Perrings and John Montoya are dedicated to spreading the word about Infinite Banking so you can discover for yourself how you and your loved ones can benefit with a virtual streamlined process that will take you from IBC novice to sharing the strategy with friends and family... even the skeptics!John Montoya is the founder of JLM Wealth Strategies, began his career in financial services in 1998, and is both an Authorized IBC® and Bank on Yourself® professional licensed nationwide.John Perrings started StackedLife Financial Strategies after a 20-year career in the startup world of Silicon Valley, where he specialized in data center real estate, finance, and construction. John is an Authorized Infinite Banking® professional and works nationwide.----Connect with usGet in touch to see how you might apply these principles to your situation. Schedule a free, no-obligation 30-minute consultation with us today!----ONLINE COURSE:Stop wasting hours on YouTube trying to piece together the information you want regarding The Infinite Banking Concept®.Check out our soup-to-nuts online course. Get everything you need to know about IBC and whole life insurance:IBC MASTERY

In today's highly-anticipated episode, we call out the most riveting takeaways from the Lancet's Breastfeeding Series.What you will learn:The history of CMF (commercial milk formula)What “the code” is, why it's not enforced, and how CMF manufacturers  circumvent or directly violate the code at the expense of mothers' and babies' healthThe specific Machiavellian marketing strategies that CMF conglomerates implement globally in order to capitalize on, exploit, and hoodwink women into believing formula is better for their babiesWhat is at stake for moms, babies, and society when breastfeeding is replaced by formulaThe myth and misleading nature of the push for “gender equality” & our thoughts on positive vs. harmful feminism and its ties to corporatism, the schism of the nuclear family, and how it all relates to how we feed our babiesThe precise playbook CMFs use to dupe mothers and undermine breastfeedingHow “experts” spanning from midwives & nurses to doctors & scientists have been bought and paid for and cannot be blindly trustedIf this episode left you feeling angry at CMFs, you're not alone. We leave you with the our call to action (and The Lancet's) for what can be done to help promote and support breastfeeding. What ideas do you have to promote exclusive  breastfeeding so  women are no longer taken advantage of by greedy companies whose claims are completely unsubstantiated by “the science”? Email us or send us an audio note/DM on instagram.Links:The Lancet Breastfeeding Series 2023Breastfeeding: crucially important, but increasingly challenged in a market-driven worldMarketing of commercial milk formula: a system to capture parents, communities, science, and policyThe political economy of infant and young child feeding: confronting corporate power, overcoming structural barriers, and accelerating progressThe Great Reset of Motherhood: Gender Identity, Transhumanist Tech & the Theft of Birth Masterclass Sisterhood of Motherhood advertYou can view our resources here.If you have a question or would like to work with us 1:1, please book with us here.For discounts across our favorite products and services, check out our affiliate links/codes.If you're feeling philanthropic, please consider making a financial donation— even $5 goes a long way in helping us reach a wider audience to help other moms and soon-to-be moms think more critically and have the courage to mother against the mainstream. We're currently just a couple of moms bootstrapping our podcast; your support means everything. Thank you! We appreciate you subscribing and tuning in! Feel free to leave us a rating and written review if you enjoyed today's episode. See you next time.

When Krista Drobac first started thinking about home-based health care, she assumed that the biggest barriers to adoption would be cultural. But she quickly learned that policy was the problem.And then came COVID-19. Regulations were loosened, and we were allowed to experiment with caring for patients at home. So, how do we convince policymakers to preserve the advances in home-based care made during the pandemic and change the rules for good?Krista serves as Partner at Sirona Strategies, Executive Director of the Alliance for Connected Care and Founder of Moving Health Home,  a coalition working to change policy to enable the home to be a clinical site of care. Krista has 25 years of experience in federal and state government policy and public affairs, and she consults on Medicare, Medicaid, digital health, social determinants of health and new care models. On this episode of HLTH Matters, Krista joins hosts Dr. Jessica Shepherd, Dr. Gautam Gulati and Dr. Jordan Schlain to explore the innovations in hospital-at-home and SNF-at-home we achieved during the pandemic. Krista discusses who benefits most from home-based care (and who might want to opt out) and describes how providers can identify environmental risks when they're in a patient's home. Listen in to understand why Krista advocates for value-based reimbursement models and learn what you can do to help persuade legislators to embrace home-based care. Topics CoveredThe regulatory barriers to moving health care into the home prior to the pandemicHow Moving Health Home was launched to preserve the innovation and advances in home-based care made during COVIDWho benefits most from home-based care and who might want to opt outWhat the hospital-at-home model looks like and how it took off during the pandemicThe regulatory challenges Moving Home Health faces in executing SNF-at-homeHow home-based care allows providers to identify environmental risksWhy value-based care reimbursement models are more appropriate for home-based care than fee-for-serviceHow home-based care might improve a patient's mental and emotional healthWhy we need a large-scale demonstration of the benefits of home-based care to change policyThe power of patient voice in convincing legislatures and hospital systems to embrace home-based careHow we might incentivize or persuade Americans to choose healthy foodHow the social determinants of health or SDOH are influenced by policy Connect with Krista DrobacMoving Health Home Connect with Dr. Jessica Shepherd, Dr. Gautam Gulati & Dr. Jordan ShlainHLTHDr. Shepherd on TwitterDr. Shepherd on LinkedInDr. Gulati on TwitterDr. Gulati on LinkedInDr. Shlain on TwitterDr. Shlain on LinkedIn ResourcesAmerica's Essential HospitalsCMS COVID WaiversMoving Health Home StudiesWhite House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and HealthSocial Determinants of Health

This book review podcast will introduce you to Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown A Significant Level in Consciousness and an eye-opening book on achieving more by doing less.In this book review podcast, we'll explain why and how taking a more conscious approach toward life can help simplify decisions, prioritize goals, and free up time for meaningful activity.Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown calibrates at 300 on the Map of Consciousness® per ConsciousnessCalibrations.comIn the book  Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, author Greg McKeown outlines his essentialism philosophy. He explains that while striving towards greatness and accomplishing goals is good; we can become overwhelmed by choice and all the competing obligations to do more. McKeown argues that humans must identify what is necessary to reach peak performance, productivity, and fulfillment. Through this lens of mindful decision-making, readers are encouraged to explore a new level of consciousness about how they spend their time each day.Other Things That Calibrate at 300 on the Map of Consciousness® include:Being Sane and BalancedThe romantic notion of "The One"Taking out an insurance policyThe belief in the Resurrection of ChristThe social impact of Tom BradyMy name is Liz GraciaI am your happy host at Your Weekly Dose of Higher Consciousness, you can find at HignVibeTribeRadio.com on the podcast & HighVibeTribeTV.com on our YouTube channel, and Founder & Editor-in-chief of TheMindBodySpiritNetwork.com, which brings you this podcast. My intention wScience Behind Your Heart's Intelligence Experience a Heart Coherence practice to shift from stressed out to wellbeing with Rollin McCraty Living from a Place of Surrender The first-ever online course with the author of The Untethered Soul, Michael A. Singer. Join us now!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showIf you like what's going on here, you can join me on social media here: Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TheMindBodySpiritNetwork.com

Whether we like it or not, the unexpected is bound to happen.Injuries on the playground, accidents in the classroom, and even instances of verbal or physical abuse by your own staff members can and will disrupt your school.As much as we wish we could avoid these types of incidents, there's only so much that's within our control. All you can do is take the proper steps to plan for them.One of the most important actions you can take is ensuring that your center is properly insured by an agency that specializes in childcare.As part of a special bonus podcast series, I sat down with Samantha Phillips and Chris Myers of Comploy—a Human Capital Management company—to talk about insurance and other aspects of running an early childcare business.Join Samantha, Chris, and I for a conversation about:Why insurance for your early childcare business is importantWhich milestones should trigger a re-evaluation of your insurance policyThe difference between simplifying and streamlining your businessHow to cope when you're in a state of overwhelmTaking steps to streamline your processes and insure your business will help you prepare for the inevitable obstacles that arise in your center. That way, you'll have space to focus on your role as a visionary leader.Connect with Comploy further here: https://www.comployhr.com/Learn more and apply for the Director's Inner Circle & Owner's HQ: http://Chanie.me/jointhedic More about the show:If you are an Early Childhood director or owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 little kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies – equipping you to build schools with higher staff retention, teacher motivation, parent partnership, collaborative culture, and beautiful quality of life. Every week, Chanie shares the truth about the journey to excellence, the strategies that are working TODAY, and the mindset about the critical decisions and choices that you make every day which impact yourself, your teachers, parents, family, and children who you serve every day.

YOU POST, YOU'RE FIREDThis is one of the misconceptions today why sellers don't post on social about their work and business as they fear that they will be fired for doing it. Bradley explains that companies should embrace this new trend and that leaders should welcome this behavior, and let their people know that they are free to build their own brands. Learn more by tuning in to Bradley on this latest episode of Sales Transformation. Want to book more meetings and close more deals? Start selling the way your buyers want to buy with Humantic AI! Stop sending boring sales e-mails and start sending personalized GIFs and Memes with VIDU.io!TRANSFORMING MOMENTSEverything wrong with the old social media policyThe fear of getting fired for posting on socialLet your people know that posting is a welcomed behaviorLet your people develop their own personal brands“It turns out the most common reason why somebody won't share on social is because they think that their bosses are going to fire them because they're going to assume that they're looking for another job. So if you go from zero, I don't post all of a sudden, posting every single day, and everyone in the company thinks I'll branch out looking for another job, and so that's the reason people don't share. So all you have to do is tell people, this is welcomed behavior.”   - BRADLEY: Let your people know they are free to post Connect with BradleyBradley Keenan | The Employee Advocacy and Influence Podcast | DSMN8 | DSMN8.comConnect with CollinLinkedIn | YouTube | Newsletter | Twitter | IG  | TikTok

What happens when you face a once in a hundred year pandemic at one of the major academic medical centers in the second largest urban metropolis in the country? Felipe Osorno knows. He is the executive administrator for Continuum of Care Operations and Value Improvement at Keck Medicine of USC. This episode is a masterclass on how to be a transformational leader during a time of crisis. You'll get inside the war-room POV as critical decisions about space, staff, stuff ,and systems as the pandemic moved westward to lay siege to Los Angeles in the spring of 2020. He explains how rapid decision-making, teamwork, and more than a little personal heroism allowed the hospital to survive. He talks about the challenges of vaccine distribution, speaking truth to power, and helping to protect healthcare workers who are sacrificing themselves to serve patients. Get a play by play behind the headlines look at the operations of how a major medical system had to course correct in the middle of COVID-19, and what the future holds for major healthcare systems. Key Highlights: [00:01 - 07:55] Opening SegmentPublic health experts are concerned about the state of healthcare in the United StatesThe impact of the US government shutdown on people's livesThe lack of collaboration and communication within the health care system[07:20 - 19:01] Overcoming Challenges In The Early Days of The PandemicWhy healthcare professionals need to be agile to respond to changes in the virusSocial determinants of health that need to be addressed to improve healthcare outcomes for patientsHow the decision-making process worked during the early days of the pandemic [19:02 - 27:28] How to Address Mental Health CrisisFelipe's journey in implementing a new project management protocol and remote working policyThe way Keck shifted from a linear big-box structure to a more collaborative circle structureHow the team was able to adjust accordingly during the peak of the outbreak[27:29 - 37:03] In Crisis, Teamwork Drives Vaccine Roll OutWhy Covid-19 helps speed up decision making in healthcare and focus on patient safety rather than politicsHow tensions arose during the vaccine rollout in December 2020,It's hard to change systems and solve problems when everyone is not solving the same problem[37:04 - 47:10] Tackling Equity in Vaccination Decision-MakingKeck's vaccine strategyHospitals need to have values-based leadership and make decisions that are in the best interest of their patientsThe importance of being transparent and having good communication with the community partners[47:11 - 59:35] There Are Structural Issues Within Our Health Care SystemHow hospitals have been compliant with state mandates to provide health careHow testing has been effective in preventing outbreaks, and how the hospital is preparing for future changesThe potential for a disruptive event affecting health care, such as a virus or climate change[59:35 - 01:15:02] Hospitals Struggle to Keep Up with Rapid Changes in Health CareWhy it is vital to come to the table with clear intent, values, and fewer egos to solve a problemFelipe's outlook on if healthcare is a public right or a commodityCovid-19 shows that getting sick is not the same for everyone: the equity issue[1:08:57 - 1:15:02] Closing SegmentThe other big pandemic is going to be mental healthWant to connect with Felipe? Follow him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.Key Quotes:  "I don't think it's a choice because the problems are going to be there. I'

1. Meta Cancels Facebook's F8 Annual Developers ConferenceAs it looks ahead to the next great developments, both within the firm and for broader internet usage, Meta has announced that it will not hold its renowned F8 Developer Conference in 2022.This means we will have less insight into Meta's plans – but then again, it is still running its 'Conversations' business messaging event (May 19th). And probably they will proceed with the 'Connect Conference' later this year.Event cancellation announcement is here.2. Third-Party Apps Can Now Share Reels to FacebookAs the popularity of short-form video grows, Meta is introducing a new 'Upload to Reels' option for third-party developers, which will make it easier for users of non-Meta apps to share their works directly to Facebook Reels.Third-party apps will be able to include a 'Share to Facebook Reels' button, giving users more creative options and tools to use with Reels.Instead of downloading and painstakingly uploading videos created in third-party applications, you'll now be able to post Reels footage from non-Meta apps with the touch of a button.Click here to learn more about Meta's ‘Sharing to Reels' developer process.3. ‘Background Playback' Is Now Available For Live TikTok VideosAs the popularity of short-form video grows, Meta is introducing a new 'Upload to Reels' option for third-party developers, which will make it easier for users of non-Meta apps to share their works directly to Facebook Reels. Third-party apps will be able to include a 'Share to Facebook Reels' button, giving users more creative options and tools to use with Reels. Instead of downloading and painstakingly uploading videos created in third-party applications, you'll now be able to post Reels footage from non-Meta apps with the touch of a button.4. Microsoft Advertising Has Announced Open Beta for RSA Ad CustomizersIn this quarter's open beta, Microsoft Advertising announced that Responsive Search Ads (RSAs) would be able to use ad customizers. This matches similar functionality that Google Ads offers. RSA customizers can assist in the creation of more dynamic advertising with more product information in the ad copy without requiring advertisers to modify the copy manually. These improvements enable advertisers to produce hundreds of different ad variations from a single ad. Based on specific product characteristics provided to the ad, these adverts can be more targeted. This personalization can lead to improved conversion rates and cheaper acquisition costs.The custom attributes announced for this open beta are:  Text – Product names, descriptions and product categories Number – Inventory count and colors available Price – Sale discounts and product costs Percent – Interest rates or discount rates 5. Google Introduces Retail Search For Ecommerce Sites“Shoppers know what they want. Does your site's search understand?” Retail Search, a solution designed to give retailers the capabilities of Google's search engine on their own domains, has been released by Google Cloud.It is built to help improve on-site search and the overall shopping experience by utilizing Google's technologies that understand context and user intent.Retail Search is the newest feature in Google Cloud's Product Discovery Solutions, a suite of solutions aimed at improving retail operational efficiency, streamlining digital shopping experiences, and addressing changing customer preferences.Read Google Cloud's announcement on Retail Search here.6. Google Ads Updates ‘Inappropriate Content' PolicyThe updated Google Ads ‘Inappropriate Content' policy will go into effect on June 1, 2022. The new policy will make it illegal to post content that promotes financial fraud, identity theft, detrimental direct contact, or harassment through sharing personally-identifying information.This is why Google recommends that you "examine this policy update to see if any of your advertising comes inside the policy's scope and if so, delete those ads before June 1, 2022," according to the company.Here is a high-level list of what is not allowed: Dangerous or derogatory content Sexually explicit content Compensated sexual acts Child sexual abuse imagery Mail-order brides Adult themes in family content Shocking content Sensitive events Animal cruelty Hacked political materials To learn more about the updated policy, click here.7. Google Adds “Recycling” Attribute In Google Business ProfilesAccording to Google, "recycling" has become one of the most popular Search subjects, and 82 percent of consumers who consider sustainability to be a major priority support eco-conscious firms. Thus, Google has added a new recycling attribute to business profiles, allowing companies to enhance awareness of their recycling programs and drive additional activity as a result.To add the recycling attribute to your business profile: Go to your Business Profile (you can search for ‘my business' in Google search or go to Google My Business) Select ‘Edit profile', then ‘Business information'  Near the top, click on the ‘More' tab Select the category that you want to change Next to the attribute, select ‘Yes' or ‘No' When you're finished updating your attributes, select ‘Save' 8. AI Generated Content Is SPAM & Against Google GuidelinesGoogle's Search Advocate John Mueller reminded everyone during a recent office hour that according to webmaster standards, text written automatically utilizing AI writing tools is considered spam.Therefore, AI-generated content falls under the category of auto-generated content, which could result in a manual punishment. Using them in any capacity is considered spam, he adds.“Currently, it's all against the webmaster guidelines. So from our point of view, if we were to run across something like that, if the webspam team were to see it, they would see it as spam.”Source: https://youtu.be/Yx997SsiYlw

This is one of those episodes you DON'T want to miss, especially if you're looking for a way to work on your business and quality of life. Host Jim Schubert brings on his new friend and neighbor down the street, Tommy Breedlove, who is a "beautiful human" and purveyor of life-changing advice through his Legendary Life Movement, among other things.Tommy will show how to transform your life into one full of positivity, nutrition, and goodness, ultimately becoming a better leader by working on yourself first! Hear his amazing life story from incarceration at 19 to up-and-leaving his position as a high-level corporate influencer. Learn the real purpose of life and get on track toward positive self-awareness.3 Key TakeawaysTommy's three rules for friendshipWhy Tommy is adamant about his no-news policyThe number one leadership failure and how to push past itResourcesLinkedinInstagram FacebookLegendaryby Tommy BreedloveThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieBecome a part of the Legendary Life Movement! Email tommy@tommybreedlove.comAbout Tommy BreedloveTommy's purpose is to empower humans to build and live legendary life. He is a keynote speaker, author of the Legendary Life Movement, and Wall Street Journal & USA Today Best Selling Author of the Book Legendary. He empowers high achievers to be pros in leadership, business, and relationships and stop chasing the ghost of "more" and "when," instead helping them to build a life of purpose, significance, and meaning. 

We are all naturally biased when we make decisions, so it's vitally important to set up procedures in the workplace that minimise their effect. On this episode we speak to Arthur Woods: a social entrepreneur, bestselling author and champion of equality in the workplace.Arthur is the co-founder of Mathison: a venture-backed tech platform that enables employers to stay on track with their diversity hiring. Arthur is a seriously eminent voice in the space, having been named in the Forbes 30 Under 30 and 40 Under 40 and having hosted multiple TedEx talks. He has also created an equal hiring index to help benchmark inclusive hiring practices.All leaders will get a lot from this conversation. Arthur's teachings are a great balance of data-driven theory and easily actionable practice.  In this episode you will learn:The definition of diversityHow employers can hire with empathyHow to ensure structural consistencyWhy the interview process should be more structuredHow to reduce unconscious biasThe dangers of an interview auto-pilotHow to identify coachable momentsThe importance of celebrating ‘bright spots'The power of storytellingExamples of how leaders can keep themselves on track with diversityWhy leaders don't have to wait for their organisations before acting to change diversity policyThe psychological shift that is needed to truly hire for diversityUseful Links:Explore our brand new Above-the-Line Leaders' Toolkit - https://peopleleaders.com.au/above-the-line-thinking/Join our next Leadership Essentials Program - https://peopleleaders.com.au/leadership-essentials-program/Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.auPeople Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leadersLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PeopleLeaders/Go to Arthur's company website: http://www.mathison.io Find Arthur's book and additional resources here: http://www.hiringfordiversity.comWe just wanted to let you know that we've opened the doors on the next round of our online Leadership Essentials Program, starting on April 7th.Leadership Essentials is a 12-week online training program and is perfect for anyone who wants to uplift their people leadership skills. Please go to yourleadershipessentials.com to find out more and register today!

Over the last decade India has undertaken arguably the most ambitious digitisation programme of any country in the world.Its so-called ‘India stack'—a public digital infrastructure that allows governments, businesses, start-ups and developers to interact—is the largest open software platform of its kind. Nearly all of India's 1.4bn citizens are now included in a biometric digital identity system, which is linked to a real-time payments network and a credential management platform.India's payments system has been called the most advanced in the world, and recent events have shown how far-sighted its planners were. Since the coronavirus pandemic, more and more of us have turned to digital forms of payment, discarding cash in the process.To make sure they stay relevant in the digital money era, governments around the world are now racing to introduce state digital currencies (also called central bank digital currencies or CBDC).Some say China is well ahead in this global competition—it's been trialling the new digital yu'an at the winter Olympics.The US is playing catch up but in a serious way—the Federal Reserve has released two important papers about CBDC in the last month.But India is also now firming up its digital currency plans. The country's finance minister said earlier this month that India will introduce a new CBDC later this year or in 2023.To discuss the digital rupee and its likely impact, I'm joined on the latest New Money Review podcast by Tanvi Ratna, a technologist and policymaker who's based in Bangalore.Tanvi, who is founder of a think-tank called Policy 4.0, has worked with both the US and Indian governments on technology policy and is closely involved with India's digital currency debate.In the podcast, we discuss:The origins of India's digitisation pushAadhaar—India's state digital identity systemThe India stack as a public infrastructureIndia as a rising fintech hubDigital currency and monetary policyThe design of the digital rupeeIndia's plans to tax cryptocurrencyThe geopolitics of CBDC—the US, China and IndiaCurrency convertibility and international usageHow India may lead in the global debate over digital privacy

Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode Peter is joined by returning guest Tom Johansmeyer, Head of Porperty Claims services at Verisk. In this episode they discuss and try to answer the following question: 'Is cyber insurance in crisis?'.In this episode we discuss:What is typically covered in a cyber policyThe three main categories of loss in a cyber policyWhy Tom sees 2017 as a critical year for cyber insuranceExpected growth of the cyber insurance market over the next five yearsReasons why cyber insurance may be considered to be in crisisWhat can be done to rectify the issues currently affecting the cyber marketWe hope you enjoy the episode, if you did please subscribe to stay up to date with future episodes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peace Action's Kevin Martin: Biden Pledges to End U.S. Support for Saudi/UAE-led War on YemenNo Dem Left Behind's Madalin Sammons: Grassroots Group No Dems Left Behind Targets Rural, Conservative DistrictsBen & Jerry's Ice Cream's Jerry Greenfield: Social Justice Activists Ben and Jerry Launch Campaign to End Qualified Police ImmunityBob Nixon's Under-reported News SummaryBurma coup poses early test for Biden foreign policyThe world is facing an upsurge of nuclear proliferationFormer Facebook lawyer to head Justice Department anti-trust division?

Peace Action's Kevin Martin: Biden Pledges to End U.S. Support for Saudi/UAE-led War on YemenNo Dem Left Behind's Madalin Sammons: Grassroots Group No Dems Left Behind Targets Rural, Conservative DistrictsBen & Jerry's Ice Cream's Jerry Greenfield: Social Justice Activists Ben and Jerry Launch Campaign to End Qualified Police ImmunityBob Nixon's Under-reported News SummaryBurma coup poses early test for Biden foreign policyThe world is facing an upsurge of nuclear proliferationFormer Facebook lawyer to head Justice Department anti-trust division?

#46: Most people know what life insurance is. But they tend to think of it as term life: fixed payments for 20-30 years that pay out a death benefit if you die before the term is up (while paying nothing if you outlive it).There’s another type of life insurance called permanent life insurance. It never expires. The most common type is whole life insurance.Whole life insurance can get very complicated, so I invited a financial planning veteran with extensive experience in it (not affiliated with any insurance company) to share insight on how it works.This week, I talk with Eric Brotman, CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, a wealth management consultancy, about the intricacies of whole life insurance: who it’s best suited for, its tax and estate planning benefits, and how to use it for investing purposes.What you’ll learn:How a policy his parents bought for him at 14 which he inherited at 24 got him hooked on whole life insuranceThe main tax advantages of whole lifeHow whole life is used for estate planningThe type of securities life insurance companies invest inHow to choose a whole life insurance companyHow life insurance broker commissions work (and how much they are)What paid-up additions are and why they matterHow to borrow against your whole life policyThe tradeoffs of borrowing from vs. against your policyHow whole life can supplement social security in retirementIf you have whole life insurance, are you satisfied with it? Why or why not? If you borrow against your life insurance to invest in other assets, what do you invest in? Let me know by leaving a comment.Don't miss an episode, hit that subscribe button...If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any upcoming episodes!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsStitcherI need your help, please leave a listener review :)If you liked this episode, would you please leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts? It’d mean the world to me and your review also helps others find my podcast, too!Links mentioned in this episode:Brotman Financial Groupwww.lowtaxbook.comDon't Retire...Graduate PodcastHYW private Facebook community Intro/Outro: Old Bossa by Twin Musicom.

What is Energy Innovation (EI) and what it doesGenesis of EIHow Sonia’s love of nature influenced her journey into energy policyThe multidisciplinary talent of experts comprising EI’s teamHow EI launched a opensource energy diagnostic model for policymakers globallyEI’s broad work in energy systems from utility regulations to work in carbon pricing in ChinaEI’s role as a resource for policymakers and regulatory decision-makersHow tonnage of GHG removal is EI’s success metricGamut of services EI offers its clientsHow a range of societal benefits are also success metrics for EIThe role of carbon pricing and some of the perceived shortcomingsHow policies that focus on power plants, factories, buildings and cars represent the lion share of impactHow EI weighs environmental impact vs. what’s politically feasibleHow opportunities of bipartisanship on the state-level compare with those on the federal-levelHow jobs, economic development and public health are important considerations in EI’s workHow EI projects that renewables can get the world to 90% carbon reduction, while keeping the costs stableHow leadership on the federal-level is critically needed in order to address climate changeCorrection: Energy Innovation started at the end of 2011 - beginning of 2012, not in 2013 - 2014.

Hi It's Maya Contreras, your host of Obscene. Since it’s about to be a holiday weekend I thought instead of my regular weekly preview I would dedicate this weekly spot to all of the activists and advocates that never seem to have a day off.  "‘Twas a few nights before Christmas, through many cities and townsMany advocates were quietly workingSurviving on coffee grounds When not marching or wheeling though streets  They’re educating others telling bigots to have several seats You see the life of an advocate is not glamorousBut without them our country would be quite calamitous Each day they wake with visions of what could beLike free healthcare, equal access, anti-racist policyThe work is not easy, just ask Homer it’s an Odyssey. If you know an advocate thank them todayBecause it’s incredibly taxing always to be in the frayIf it’s you, who always wakes for the fightTo secure your and others rightsThen I say to you don’t not forget about self-careWe think about you and your daily wear and tearWe know you have doubts about if your needed or consequential Please know you and your work are absolutely essentialWe love you very much and all that you doYou may not know it but we are here in our support of you". Regular previews will start again next Sunday until our official premiere on Sunday, Jan 20, 2019. Happy holidays everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, KT and Rachael Ela discuss: Steps that you shouldn't skipTypes of accounts to open for your businessUnderstanding your bank's funds availability policyThe expense of going too fastKey Takeaways: Find an attorney, find an accountant so that you give your business a strong financial foundationMost banks will allow you to start out with a simple account and upgrade it as your business growsWhen you write a check, you've got to have those funds ready and available in your account at the time you cut the checkWhen you're considering a business line of credit, your bank will ask you questions like "Why do you need this line of credit and when will you draw on it?""Just like personal accounts, there are a huge amount of options out there for businesses." - Rachael Ela   About Rachael Ela:  Rachael Ela is the Vice President and Branch Manager of Optima Bank & Trust, working in the Stratham, NH market. She has over 18 years of banking experience and has spent the last seven in the New Hampshire market working with local business owners, municipalities, and nonprofits. Rachael currently serves as Chairwoman of the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce, a board member of the Exeter Society of St. Vincent de Paul Community Assistance Center and is a Past President and Paul Harris Fellow of the Exeter Rotary Club. She is a graduate of the New England School of Financial Studies at Babson College and resides in Exeter.     Reach Rachael Ela: Business: Optima Bank & Trust Website: www.optimabank.com   Reach KT Thomas: Website: https://ktsmoneymatters.com/ Purchase KT's book- The Hardworking Woman's Guide to Money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Transhumanist 2016 Presidential candidate, Zoltan Istvan talks to us about how artificial intelligence will impact the future of humanity and government. HIGHLIGHTSDeveloping the belief to accomplish audacious goals like running for presidentWhat its like be the first atheist presidential candidateFinding the drive to be radicalHow the meaning of life changes when there is a possibility of living foreverThe potential of science and technology to influence policyThe ways in which artificial intelligence will impact the future of our livesHow the transhumanist movement will impact our valuesThe profound implications of a universal basic incomeQUOTESI do not let emotions be part of my decision making process because it leads to dangerous things. BOOKS AND OTHER RESOURCESThe Transhumanist WagerBestselling visionary author Zoltan Istvan, an American-Hungarian, began a solo, multi-year sailing journey around the world at the age of 21. His main cargo was 500 handpicked books, mostly classics. He's explored over 100 countries–many as a journalist for the National Geographic Channel–writing, filming, and appearing in dozens of television stories, articles, and webcasts. His work has also been featured by The New York Times, Outside, San Francisco Chronicle, Slate, Wired UK, Vice, BBC Radio, CBS, Fox News, CNN, RT, the Travel Channel, and much other media. He is the founder of political organization the Transhumanist Party and is its 2016 US presidential candidate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.