Podcasts about political will

Join Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman on Identity at the Center as they sit down with Kristina Yasuda, Product Owner, and Dr. Torsten Lodderstedt, Project Lead for the German EUDI Wallet project. Recorded at EIC 2025, this episode delves into the ambitious European Union initiative to create a digital identity wallet for all its citizens.Kristina and Torsten discuss the vision behind the EUDI Wallet, the political will driving it, and the funding making it a reality. They explore the challenges and complexities of aligning multiple parties, standardizing technical specifications, and the goal of digitizing everything from government-issued IDs to driving licenses and ePrescriptions.Learn about the Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation (SPRIN-D), the importance of a transparent and collaborative development process, and how Germany aims to provide a secure, privacy-preserving, and interoperable digital wallet ecosystem. The discussion also touches on digital sovereignty, the role of platform providers like Google and Apple, the aggressive timelines, and the potential global impact of this initiative.Find out how the EUDI Wallet aims to put users in the driver's seat, ensure non-discriminatory access, and foster a flourishing digital economy in Europe.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Vision, Political Will, and Funding00:50 Blockchain vs Federated Identity: Bridging the Gap01:47 Welcome to the Identity of the Center Podcast03:18 Meet the Guests: German EUDI Wallet Project03:42 Christina's Journey into Identity06:05 Torsten's Background in Identity08:31 The EUDI Wallet Project: Scope and Goals12:19 Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Identity15:38 Production and Adoption of Digital Wallets20:53 Digital Sovereignty and Interoperability26:16 Government's Role in Digital Identity26:54 Certification and Recognition of Wallet Providers27:21 Cultural Differences in Government-Provided IDs27:53 Challenges and Timelines for Digital Wallet Implementation28:25 Legal Obligations and Compliance29:10 Public vs. Private Sector in Digital Identity30:13 Barriers to Widespread Adoption31:26 Complexities of Wallet-Based Systems33:23 Global Interoperability and Standards33:59 Technical Specifications and Convergence36:05 Multi-Step Process for Implementation38:26 Transition Period and Global Considerations42:49 Digital Driver's License and Real-World Applications46:17 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook46:23 Fun and Lighthearted EndingConnect with Kristina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinayasudaConnect with Dr. Torsten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-torsten-lodderstedt/Connect with us on LinkedIn:Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/Visit the show on the web at http://idacpodcast.comKeywords:EUDI Wallet, Digital Identity, European Union, Germany, Kristina Yasuda, Torsten Lodderstedt, Identity Management, Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI), Digital Sovereignty, Interoperability, Technical Standards, OpenID, Verified Credentials, Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation, Sprint, EIC 2025, Government Issued ID, Digital Transformation, Privacy, Security, User Control, Mobile Driver's License, IDAC, Identity at the Center, Jeff Steadman, Jim McDonald#EUDIWallet #DigitalIdentity #EuropeanUnion #Germany #KristinaYasuda #TorstenLodderstedt #IdentityManagement #SelfSovereignIdentity #SSI #DigitalSovereignty #Interoperability #OpenID #VerifiedCredentials #EIC2025 #GovernmentID #DigitalTransformation #Privacy #Security #UserControl #MobileDriverLicense #IDAC #IdentityAtTheCenter #JeffSteadman #JimMcDonald #DigitalWallet #EU

Senior visiting research fellow at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, Dr Shihab-Eldin joins us on The afikra Podcast to discuss his extensive career in nuclear and solar energy research, particularly his work in Kuwait on pioneering solar energy projects. We explore the challenges and potential of transitioning away from fossil fuels, the energy trilemma of affordability, security, and sustainability, and the role of decarbonization technologies. Dr Shihab-Eldin also reflects on the historical and future perspectives of energy supply and demand, the impact of carbon emissions, and the viability of nuclear power. We conclude with a discussion on climate change impacts in the Arab world and the necessity of international cooperation for future energy solutions.00:00 Introduction 01:12 Early Career and Solar Energy Initiatives04:10 Challenges and Opposition to Solar Energy05:37 Energy Reserves and Future Predictions09:19 The Energy Trilemma11:57 Environmental Impact and Efficiency23:40 Global Emissions and Climate Change29:51 Global Race and Industrialization31:04 Direct Air Capture Technology33:33 Scaling and Cost Challenges34:33 Political Will and Global Cooperation40:35 Renewable Energy and Solar Power43:59 Global Warming and Climate Change in the Arab World54:11 Nuclear Energy: Past, Present and Future59:24 Final ThoughtsAdnan Shihab-Eldin is a senior visiting research fellow at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies and a board member of the Kearney Energy Transition Institute. A former research physicist at Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, he has held academic and visiting positions at institutions such as Kuwait University, UC Berkeley, Harvard, and CERN. He previously served as director general and board member of the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences, and held senior roles at organizations including the IAEA, UNESCO, and OPEC. A long-standing member of the World Federation of Scientists' Energy Permanent Monitoring Panel, he also co-chairs its Management of Catastrophic Risks panel. Shihab-Eldin has received numerous honors, including the IAEE's 2023 award for Outstanding Contributions, the 2022 Spirit of Salam Award, and UC Berkeley's 2017 Elise and Walter A. Haas International Award.Hosted by:Mikey Muhanna

In this conversation, Professor Terence Gomez discusses his book 'Misgovernance, Grand Corruption in Malaysia', focusing on the endemic corruption in Malaysia, particularly through government-linked companies (GLCs). He explores the political dynamics surrounding GLCs, the challenges of reforming corruption, and the implications for both foreign and domestic investment. The discussion emphasizes the need for political will and civil society pressure to drive meaningful change in governance and economic development. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Corruption in Malaysia 02:03 Understanding the GLC Ecosystem 06:24 The Role of GLCs in Wealth Distribution 10:27 Political Will and Corruption Reform 15:11 The Dilemma of Selective Prosecution 18:21 Foreign Direct Investment vs. Domestic Investment 22:58 The Future of State-Owned Enterprises 26:56 Public Sentiment and the Call for Change   --- Follow Professor Gomez here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmund-terence-gomez-a3a70128/ Wikipedia: https://ms.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edmund_Terence_Gomez --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

Cybersecurity Insights: February Review & Current Trends Join us in this comprehensive discussion on February's cybersecurity highlights, featuring experts Laura Payne from White Tuque and David Shipley from Beauceron Security. We delve into Canada's cybercrime progress, discuss significant global cyber incidents, and explore the ongoing challenges in cybersecurity regulation, AI integration, and digital identity. Additionally, we address the impacts of U.S. policy changes on cybersecurity standards and the vital need for effective cybersecurity education in the face of rapid technological advancements. Stay tuned for crucial insights and pragmatic advice to navigate today's cybersecurity landscape. 00:00 Introduction and Panel Welcome 01:30 Cybercrime Trends in Canada 05:59 International Cybercrime and Ransomware 08:08 Nation-State Cyber Heists 14:14 Legacy Systems and Cybersecurity Challenges 17:08 Open Banking and FinTech Security 24:35 US Federal Cybersecurity Cuts 30:57 The Reality of Cyber Threats 31:13 Cultural Perceptions of Cybersecurity 31:57 Political Will and Cybersecurity Policies 32:44 North Korean Cyber Threats 33:17 Generational Knowledge and Cybersecurity 34:20 Cryptocurrency Regulation Challenges 35:11 Digital Identity Concerns 41:00 Encryption and Privacy Debates 47:08 AI and Cybersecurity Risks 57:06 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions

Toronto Sun columnist Brad Hunter joins me today to discuss what CBSA whistleblowers are telling him about the disaster at the b0rder and how the Trudeau government is intefering with their work. Also, are the Liberals serious about staying in power and not having an election until October 2016? Karina (1984) Gould said so.CBSA whistleblowers are speaking out, and the truth is shocking. Canada's b0rder crisis is spiraling into a political catastrophe, with criminals and extremists exploiting a broken system. In this episode of Stand on Guard, I sit down with Toronto Sun columnist Brad Hunter to uncover how frontline workers are being handcuffed by political agendas, leaving Canadians vulnerable. Is this incompetence or something more sinister? We dive deep into the Trudeau government's failed policies, the exploitation of bogus asylum claims, and the censorship that keeps Canadians in the dark. The system isn't just broken—it's being manipulated for political gain. It's time to resist this madness and demand accountability. Independent journalism matters now more than ever. Subscribe to our channel, hit the notification bell, and help us fight censorship. Let's stand together against tyranny and ensure these critical stories reach every Canadian. Support freedom, support truth, and let's continue to expose what the mainstream media won't. Together, we resolve to resist.#trump #ctvnews #trumptariffs #globalnews #pierrepoilievreCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:26 - Brad Hunter on CBSA and B0rder Crisis11:18 - Canada's Deportation Phase 2 Discussion15:35 - Political Will and Immigration Policies18:59 - Trudeau's Border Management Plan25:20 - New F8ntanyl Czar Appointment30:35 - Trudeau's Leadership Race and Election Speculation32:40 - Government Stability Until 202335:24 - Mark Carney as Political Savior41:58 - Interviews and Public Appearances42:40 - Final Thoughts and ConclusionsKRAYDEN'S RIGHT: RESOLVE TO RESISTThanks for watching to the end this really helps small channels like this!  I include Canadian NEWS LINKS of the articles I write in my video descriptions. ...SUPPORT INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM JOIN THE KRAYDEN'S RIGHT RESISTANCE:-Stand on Guard Store Merch with a Message: https://standonguard.store/-Join my Newsletter for FREE or Paid Subscription: http://www.kraydensrightnews.com/-Buy Me a Coffee (1 time support): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kraydensright-Join YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1ED4fuuXo07MoobImXavaQ/joinLocals / Rumble Subscriber Option: https://kraydensright.locals.com/Pay Direct on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/standonguardNEW!! You can now find Stand on Guard with David Krayden on most podcasts: Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon, Youtube music, Substack.

Dr. Kristina Dahl, VP for Science at Climate Central, joins us to share her transformative journey into climate science, the art of communicating complex climate issues, and the pivotal role of policy in environmental advocacy. She offers insights on the importance of individual and collective action in shaping a sustainable future. If you want to help us reach our goal of planting 30k trees AND get a free tree planted in your name, visit www.aclimatechange.com/trees to learn how.

- Optimism and Preparedness for Global Nuclear War (0:03) - Interviews and Historical Research (3:16) - Censorship and New FCC Nomination (8:35) - Trump Administration Nominations and Decentralization (12:17) - Concerns About Trump Administration and Domestic Issues (16:57) - Russian Oreschnik Missile System and Nuclear War Risk (21:15) - Business Ideas and Product Promotions (38:48) - Special Report on Nuclear War and Depopulation (57:20) - Interview with Mitch Wechsler on Property Tax Scandal (1:16:42) - State Comptroller and Property Valuation Fraud (1:22:10) - Impact on Households and Mass Homelessness (1:24:32) - Lawsuits and Evidence (1:26:37) - Challenges for Attorneys and Legal Efforts (1:29:23) - Criminal Charges and Government Inaction (1:32:27) - Financial Implications and Market Collapse (1:34:42) - Property Tax Reform and Equity Stripping (1:38:48) - Public Support and Legal Strategy (1:47:07) - Global Impact and Political Will (1:47:24) - Final Thoughts and Call to Action (1:51:11) For more updates, visit: http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport NaturalNews videos would not be possible without you, as always we remain passionately dedicated to our mission of educating people all over the world on the subject of natural healing remedies and personal liberty (food freedom, medical freedom, the freedom of speech, etc.). Together, we're helping create a better world, with more honest food labeling, reduced chemical contamination, the avoidance of toxic heavy metals and vastly increased scientific transparency. ▶️ Every dollar you spend at the Health Ranger Store goes toward helping us achieve important science and content goals for humanity: https://www.healthrangerstore.com/ ▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html ▶️ Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/hrreport ▶️ Join Our Social Network: https://brighteon.social/@HealthRanger ▶️ Check In Stock Products at: https://PrepWithMike.com

Send us a textSummaryIn this episode of Clarity from Chaos, host David Campbell and guest Chris Burgard discuss the implications of the upcoming presidential election, the aftermath of January 6th, and the lack of accountability from political leaders. They delve into FEMA's inadequate response to natural disasters and highlight the resilience of communities and faith-based organizations in times of crisis. The conversation also touches on the psychological manipulation of the public and the importance of transparency in governance.TakeawaysThe upcoming election is crucial for restoring freedoms.The narrative surrounding January 6th has been manipulated.There is a significant lack of political will to uncover the truth.FEMA's response to disasters often falls short, leaving communities to fend for themselves.Community and faith-based organizations play a vital role in recovery efforts.The COVID-19 pandemic served as a test for public manipulation.The transfer of wealth during the pandemic disproportionately affected the middle class.Transparency and accountability are essential for healing the nation.The spirit of resilience is deeply embedded in American culture.Despite challenges, there remains a core of determined Americans ready to stand up.TitlesThe Consequential Election: A Fight for FreedomUnraveling January 6th: Lies and AccountabilitySound Bites"This was done by design.""The government was not there.""It's in our DNA and it's still there."Chapters00:00Consequential Presidential Election00:59January 6th and Its Aftermath04:00Political Will and Accountability07:40FEMA's Response to Natural Disasters18:24Community Resilience and Faith-Based Initiatives29:03The Spirit of America and Hope for the FutureSupport the show"Wherever you find yourself is exactly and precisely where God wills you to be" Support our show at the following: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2063276/support Follow us on X: @CFC30290 Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3123766 Website: https://clarityfromchaospodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening to Clarity from Chaos

What can be done to reform The Pentagon?Returning to Midrats to discuss the challenge of real reform to our military bureaucratic establishment will be Steve Deal.Steve Deal, Captain, U.S. Navy (Ret.) served as Deputy Chief of Staff to the Secretary of the Navy and Deputy Chief Learning Officer for the Department of the Navy.  During his twenty-seven years on active duty, he commanded Patrol Squadron Forty-Seven, in Ali Air Base, Iraq; Joint Provincial Reconstruction Team Khost, Afghanistan; and Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing Ten in Whidbey Island, Washington. ShowlinkTransforming to Innovate for National SecuritySummaryIn this conversation, Sal and Steve Deal discuss the pressing need for reform within the Pentagon, emphasizing the importance of political will, leadership, and human capital in driving change. They explore historical contexts, the challenges posed by bureaucracy, and the necessity of engaging the public in national security discussions. The dialogue highlights the critical role of education and talent management in the military, as well as the need for accountability and innovative thinking to overcome systemic inertia.TakeawaysPolitical will is essential for true change in the Pentagon.The inertia of bureaucracy often prevents necessary reforms.Human capital is a critical component of national security.Leadership must be ruthless to drive real change.Engaging the public is vital for national security discussions.Education and talent management are key to military transformation.Tacit collusion can hinder innovation within the defense sector.A new Goldwater Nichols is needed for future reforms.We must challenge existing assumptions about military recruitment.The role of people in defense innovation cannot be overlooked.Chapters00:00: Introduction and Overview of Pentagon Reform03:06: Political Will and Historical Context for Change06:43: The Role of People in Defense Innovation10:51: Challenges of Human Capital in the Military14:26: Need for Holistic Change in Defense Structure18:08: The Inertia of Bureaucracy and Resistance to Change22:51: Leadership and Accountability in National Security26:33: Education and Talent Management in the Navy30:40: The Importance of Engaging the Public34:46: Consulting and Internal Change Agents39:51: Tacit Collusion and the Need for Accountability43:54: The Future of Defense Strategy and Leadership48:44: Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

Tom welcomes back economist John Williams, the founder of Shadow Government Statistics to explore the manipulation and misrepresentation of economic data by government institutions like the Fed and Treasury. Williams expresses concerns over the intentional distortion of inflation and GDP statistics, which can deceive the public and impact their decisions, potentially harming the economy and markets. A notable example is the strategic petroleum reserve being drained to artificially lower gasoline prices before elections. Accurate data, Williams asserts, is vital for informed policymaking and avoiding exacerbated economic issues. Inaccurate inflation statistics are in part leading to financial hardships for many households. Despite this issue's potential political significance, no candidate has addressed it. He also explores the consequences of this discrepancy and its impact on consumer sentiment, suggesting that a future political campaign platform focusing on this could gain substantial support. Conversing about the potential economic pain or increased debt needed to rectify these issues, Williams acknowledges the challenges but stresses their necessity for improving conditions for the average American. Williams raises concerns about the reliability of reported GDP figures, arguing they are heavily manipulated and bear little connection to real economic conditions. He highlights the disparity between reported GDP and underlying economic indicators like retail sales, industrial production, and housing starts, attributing this gap to political constructs and the Fed's money supply expansion. Williams warns of potential risks from an inflationary recession or depression and encourages individuals to protect themselves by holding physical assets like gold, real estate, or other hard assets. He concludes that average citizens should be concerned about economic instability arising from these factors. John suggests that a recession already began during the pandemic and consumers should use common sense when evaluating government information. Time Stamp References:0:00 - Introduction0:37 - Real Statistics & Fed13:03 - Wages & Inflation14:25 - Party Politics & Fixes18:28 - Political Will & Debt24:52 - Gold & Inflation28:19 - Real GDP/GDI Numbers36:56 - Consumer Sentiment43:22 - Consistent Benchmark?44:57 - SPR Importance & Need?50:53 - Reality is Hitting Now52:42 - Federal Debt & Interest55:12 - Wrap Up Talking Points From This Episode Williams warns of manipulated economic data affecting public decisions and markets. Williams emphasizes the financial impact of inaccurate inflation statistics on average Americans. GDP figures are criticized as heavily manipulated, with gold suggested as a hedge against potential instability. Guest Links:Website: https://shadowstats.comE-Mail: johnwilliams@shadowstats.com Walter J. "John" Williams was born in 1949. He received an A.B. in Economics, cum laude, from Dartmouth College in 1971, and was awarded a M.B.A. from Dartmouth's Amos Tuck School of Business Administration in 1972, where he was named an Edward Tuck Scholar. During his career as a consulting economist, John has worked with individuals as well as Fortune 500 companies.

Today, Paul Comfort, Transit Evangelist and SVP/Chief Customer Officer at Modaxo, and Davey Kim SVP/Principal, National Transportation Policy and Multimodal Strategy, at WSP USA, join METRO's Executive Editor Alex Roman.Topics include:Paul's “The New Future of Public Transportation” book.The Federal Government's Role in Funding Public Transit.Political Will to Replace Both the Federal and State Gas Taxes.Identifying Tomorrow's Forward-Thinking Leaders.Make sure you're signed up for the METRO Express newsletter, so you don't miss another METROspectives.Original show notes from: https://www.metro-magazine.com/10224317/books-and-new-transit-funding-with-paul-comfort-and-davey-kimSign up for the METRO Express newsletter.Follow and connect with METRO Magazine on social media!Connect with METRO on LinkedIn.Like METRO on Facebook.Follow METRO on Twitter.Prefer to listen? Check out the METROspectives podcast!Subscribe to METROspectives on Apple Podcasts.Follow METROspectives on Spotify.

Welcome back to the Fritanga Podcast by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. In this week's episode, we explore the urgent need for immigration reform to address the ongoing migrant crisis at the border. Joining us is Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, President and CEO of Global Refuge.On the pod, we explore:- The humanitarian crisis resulting from a broken immigration system and the failure of elected officials to enact necessary reforms.- The global scale of displacement, with over 114 million people affected and the projections of increased migration due to climate change and political instability.- The importance of investing in stability in regions experiencing turmoil to reduce the need for migration.- The role of refugee resettlement and a robust asylum system in responding to global crises.- The power of advocacy, education, and personal connections in combatting fear-mongering and misinformation surrounding immigration.Krish also discusses the vital work of Global Refuge in providing support and advocacy for vulnerable children, families, and individuals. She emphasizes the importance of engaging in volunteer opportunities, supporting organizations dedicated to immigration advocacy, and fostering personal connections to humanize the immigrant experience.La lucha sigue. Tune into Fritanga today!RESOURCES: Learn more about Global Refuge and their essential work in cultivating a world of just and welcoming communities at https://www.globalrefuge.org/.

This is the 4th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast this week is Heleanna Georgalis, Managing Director of Moplaco Trading a vertically integrated coffee exporting company, based in Addis Ababa.In this five-part series, Heleanna outlines the likely irreversible crisis in coffee across Ethiopia that has seen the rise of Eucalyptus and Khat and the decimation of coffee crops.In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Heleanna discuss the critical situation of coffee production in Ethiopia.Once naturally organic, Ethiopia now faces soil depletion, deforestation, and the rise of eucalyptus and Khat plantations, which jeopardize the future of Ethiopian coffee. Heleanna sheds light on the economic and environmental challenges and debates whether the damage is reversible. They explore the possible agendas behind land grabbing by big agriculture and the impact on local farmers. This episode is a clarion call to understand the severity of these issues and their global implications. Join us to explore potential solutions for deforestation and more. 00:00 Introduction to Ethiopia's Organic Farming00:18 Challenges Facing Ethiopian Farmers00:53 Sponsorship Message01:32 Introduction to the Series and Guest02:16 Ethiopian Coffee on the International Market03:34 The Impact of Eucalyptus and Khat04:31 Hope and Political Will for Change05:26 The Reality of Coffee Farming in Ethiopia06:55 Potential Agendas and Big Agriculture13:22 Empirical Observations and Data Issues19:55 Global Coffee Market and Policy Making28:42 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser Connect with Heleanna and Moplaco Trading here:https://moplaco.com/https://www.instagram.com/moplaco_trading/https://www.linkedin.com/in/heleanna-georgalis-20b064185/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

This is the 4th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast this week is Heleanna Georgalis, Managing Director of Moplaco Trading a vertically integrated coffee exporting company, based in Addis Ababa.In this five-part series, Heleanna outlines the likely irreversible crisis in coffee across Ethiopia that has seen the rise of Eucalyptus and Khat and the decimation of coffee crops.In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Heleanna discuss the critical situation of coffee production in Ethiopia.Once naturally organic, Ethiopia now faces soil depletion, deforestation, and the rise of eucalyptus and Khat plantations, which jeopardize the future of Ethiopian coffee. Heleanna sheds light on the economic and environmental challenges and debates whether the damage is reversible. They explore the possible agendas behind land grabbing by big agriculture and the impact on local farmers. This episode is a clarion call to understand the severity of these issues and their global implications. Join us to explore potential solutions for deforestation and more. 00:00 Introduction to Ethiopia's Organic Farming00:18 Challenges Facing Ethiopian Farmers00:53 Sponsorship Message01:32 Introduction to the Series and Guest02:16 Ethiopian Coffee on the International Market03:34 The Impact of Eucalyptus and Khat04:31 Hope and Political Will for Change05:26 The Reality of Coffee Farming in Ethiopia06:55 Potential Agendas and Big Agriculture13:22 Empirical Observations and Data Issues19:55 Global Coffee Market and Policy Making28:42 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser Connect with Heleanna and Moplaco Trading here:https://moplaco.com/https://www.instagram.com/moplaco_trading/https://www.linkedin.com/in/heleanna-georgalis-20b064185/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Joeita speaks to Danielle Kaftarian, Executive Director of the Period Purse, about menstrual equity and what needs to change to ensure that all people who menstruate have access to period products. HighlightsPeriod Poverty & Menstrual Equity - Opening Remarks (00:00)Introducing Danielle Kaftarian, Executive Director of the Period Purse (01:22)Importance of Discussing Menstrual Equity & Period Poverty (01:40)Stigma & Lack of Political Will (02:08)Why Don't People Want to Talk About Periods? (03:28)Issues Surrounding Access & Alternatives (05:31)The Healthcare System & Menstrual Equity Fund (06:58)Offsetting the Increasing Cost-Burden of Menstrual Products (11:15)Challenges for People with Disabilities Who Might be Menstruating (13:00)Period Poverty Around the Globe (14:40)Menstrual Cups & Environmental Impacts (15:54)Employers & Menstrual Leave (18:01)Improving Comfort Levels Surrounding Menstruation (19:57)How & When to Talk About Periods Within the Family (21:17)About the Period Purse Charity (23:24)The Period Pack (24:27)Collaborating with Organizations (25:56)Donations & Sourcing Period Products (26:20)Period Purse Outside the Toronto-Area (27:18)Find the Period Purse Online (28:26)Show Close (28:45)Guest Bio - Danielle Kaftarian (she/her) - Executive Director, the Period PurseDanielle is TPP's Executive Director with ample experience! She studied Accounting and Business Administration and worked in the finance industry for over 10 years, along with other jobs. After having two children, she felt a strong desire to contribute to the community and support others. It was not until TPP was founded, that she discovered her true passion. From early TPP days, Danielle was involved in various roles, supporting its mission to achieve menstrual equity for everyone in Canada. She's proud to serve as the Executive Director with an incredible team, working tirelessly towards period equity.About the Period Purse - theperiodpurse.comThe Period Purse creates menstrual equity by ensuring sustainable access to period products for all, and by ending the stigma associated with periods through education and advocacy. About The PulseOn The Pulse, host Joeita Gupta brings us closer to issues impacting the disability community across Canada.Joeita Gupta has nurtured a life-long dream to work in radio! She's blind, moved to Toronto in 2004 and got her start in radio at CKLN, 88.1 FM in Toronto. A former co-host of AMI-audio's Live from Studio 5, Joeita also works full-time at a nonprofit in Toronto, specializing in housing/tenant rights. Find Joeita on X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeitaGupta The Pulse airs weekly on AMI-audio. For more information, visit https://www.ami.ca/ThePulse/ About AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal. Learn more at AMI.caConnect on Twitter @AccessibleMediaOn Instagram @accessiblemediaincOn Facebook at @AccessibleMediaIncOn TikTok @accessiblemediaincEmail feedback@ami.ca

Jason, Rob, and Asher take a tour of New Caledonia, California's Central Valley, Bhutan, and Cuba to uncover the ins and outs of industrialism, especially as it has been applied to agriculture. Along the way they riff on how the hell we can escape from an -ism that completely engulfs us.Warning: This podcast occasionally uses spicy language.Sources/Links/Notes:Tom Murphy “does the math” on declining wild mammal mass.Understanding the primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary sectors of the economy.USDA graphic and statistics on the scale of family farms.Our World in Data: “Farm Size and Productivity”.Video clip from Jon Stewart on The Daily Show.Hossain, S., Jami, A.T. (2023). “Opportunities and Challenges in Sustainable Development and Governance in South Asia: Case Study of Bhutan.” In: Wu, HH., Liu, WY., Huang, M.C. (eds) Moving Toward Net-Zero Carbon Society. Springer Climate.Arch Ritter, “Can Cuba Recover from its De-Industrialization?”.Julia Wright, “The Little-Studied Success Story of Post-Crisis Food Security in Cuba: Does Lack of International Interest Signify Lack of Political Will?” International Journal of Cuban Studies, vol. 4, no. 2, 2012, pp. 130–53.Support the show

“If it doesn't bang or bleed, no one's doing anything about it.” In this episode of "Seize & Desist", Aidan Larkin sits down with David Lewis, Managing Director and Global Head of AML Advisory at Kroll, former Executive Secretary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and leading figure in the battle against global financial crimes. They address the notorious 1% statistic, the challenges of cross-sector collaboration and explore how seized asset recovery efforts can be improved within FATF guidelines, delving into the need for effective communication, the appointment of accountable figures, and the need for urgent reforms with broader strategies that extend beyond current standards.Timestamps1 | David's background and FATF's mandate 5 | What is the 1% stat and why is asset recovery challenging12 | FATF's renewed focus on asset recovery and creating a minimum standard18 | Should the Public Sector leverage Private Sector companies to assist with seizures22 | Improvement of Government resources towards fighting financial crime 28 | The real cost of financial crime and good examples of how to combat it Resources Mentioned:RUSI websiteFATF websiteFATF plenary highlights GLOBAL COALITION TO FIGHT FINANCIAL CRIME (GCFFC)Amendments to the FATF Standards to Strengthen Global Asset RecoveryAR Blog: FATF's Trailblazing Asset Recovery StandardsAbout our Guest:David Lewis (Managing Director and Global Head of AML Advisory at Kroll) and the former Executive Secretary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the intergovernmental organization that sets standards for AML/CFT globally.As a highly respected leader in the fight against financial crime, David has played a pivotal role in coordinating international efforts to combat money laundering money laundering, terrorism financing and weapons proliferation. He has been instrumental in the development and implementation of policies to identify and mitigate risks associated with financial crime.DisclaimerOur podcasts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material.The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Asset Reality.

Data scientist and head of research at Our World in Data, Hannah Ritchie, says her 'radically hopeful' new book that's getting a lot of press, "Not the End of the World: How We Can be the First Generation to Build a Sustainable Planet," offers a pathway to solving the multiple environmental crises our world faces.   However, co-host Rachel Donald finds that key geopolitical challenges are left unaddressed by the book, leaving out important frameworks such as the planetary boundaries, and attempts to ride an "apolitical" line on solutions that inherently need policy shifts in order to be effectively implemented.   In this podcast interview, Donald challenges Ritchie on these questions and more. To hear specific topics discussed, refer to the chapter marks noted below.   Related reading at Mongabay:   The nine boundaries humanity must respect to keep the planet habitable   Mongabay Series: Planetary Boundaries   Please invite your friends to subscribe to the Mongabay Newscast wherever they get podcasts, from Apple to Spotify, or download our free app in the Apple Store or Google Store to get access to our latest episodes at your fingertips.   If you enjoy the Newscast, please visit www.patreon.com/mongabay to pledge a dollar or more to keep the show growing, Mongabay is a nonprofit media outlet and all support helps!   See all our latest news from nature's frontline at Mongabay's homepage: news.mongabay.com or find and follow Mongabay on all the social media platforms.   Episode artwork by Pawel Czerwinski via Unsplash.   --- Timecodes:  (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:03:57) - Renewable Energy and Political Will (00:07:06) - Realism of Tech Solutions  (00:09:03) - Degrowth & Decoupling (00:17:33) - Doomerism, Inequality & Politics (00:28:45) - How does a transition happen?  (00:36:51) - Hannah defends terminology used in the book (00:44:58) - Deforestation (00:53:11) - Our World In Data & Bias (01:06:19) - Mike & Rachel post-chat  (01:26:19) - Credits      

Travis Myers delves into the transformation of law enforcement, highlighting the impact of political decisions on crime rates and police department structures. He discusses changes in recruitment practices and how policy decisions influence everyday police work.Additionally, Myers shares insights from his own experiences, focusing on the challenges faced by officers today. He examines the effects of diversity hiring and the complications arising from must-arrest policies, linking historical developments to current trends in law enforcement and the quality of officers.Travis Myers is a retired New York City Police Detective, and co-author of the Tommy Keane Detective Series, where he brings his extensive law enforcement background to life through gripping and authentic narratives in the realm of crime and justice.---------------------------------This episode is Sponsored by M-Vac Systems, the innovative wet vacuum DNA collection system that has helped solve numerous cases. Make sure to check out their YouTube channel or head to their website at www.m-vac.com for more information.---------------------------------TakeawaysPolitical decisions shape law enforcement dynamics.Recruitment changes affect police quality and crime handling.Constraints on officers may hinder duty performance and safety.Connect with Travis Myers:Website: www.bullypress.netInstagram: @official_tommy_keane_fanpageJared Bradley:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jaredvbradleyResources:Sister Margaret, A Tommy Keane Novel by Travis MyersSupport the showAll Things Crime is a new, comprehensive video series that will explore every aspect of crime and the ensuing investigation, one video interview at a time. The host, Jared Bradley, is the President of M-Vac Systems, which is a wet-vacuum based forensic DNA collection system, and has experience traveling the world training all levels of law enforcement and crime lab DNA analysts in using the M-Vac to help solve crime. Along the way he has met people from all walks of life and experience in investigating crimes, so is putting that knowledge to use in another way by sharing it in these videos. If you are interested in more videos about the M-Vac, DNA and investigations, also check out the M-Vac's channel @https://www.youtube.com/c/MVacSystems...

Recently, United Nations General Secretary Antonio Guterres addressed the U.N. Security Council on the issue of the security threats created by rising sea levels. In the past, some members of the Security Council – notably Brazil, China, Russia, and at times, India – have argued that the U.N.'s climate program should address such issues and […]

For those who can't attend our Climate Advocate Training live, we provide a pre-recorded version here. After attending CCL's informational session (cclusa.org/intro), this training is geared for new volunteers (and seasoned volunteers who want a refresher) to understand CCL's method and vision, and inspire you to find your role so you can hit the ground running. In this webinar you will: Learn the basics of becoming an effective climate advocate Review the structure, mission, and purpose of CCL Learn how to build constructive relationships with elected representatives with a simulated lobby meeting Review CCL's methodology of creating political will Practice how to appeal to the best in others and build common ground Review the details and further resources to understand how CCL is helping ensure strong climate legislation passes in the final months of the 117th Congress. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Agenda (4:04) CCL's Values, Organization & Structure (18:15) Building Common Ground & Savor vs. Savor Activity (39:49) How to Create Political Will & Five Levers of Political Will (53:11) CCL's Policy Focus (1:04:53) Motivational Interviewing Practice & Preparing For Your Lobby Meeting (1:21:21) Regroup & Closing Thoughts Slides & Notes/Transcript: http://cclusa.org/advocate-slides  Connect with your local chapter and explore CCL Community: https://community.citizensclimate.org/chapters   Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/citizensclimatelobby   and Twitter: https://twitter.com/citizensclimate/   More About The Speakers: Solemi Hernandez is the Southeast Regional Coordinator covering Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. She is currently enrolled as a Political Science student at Florida Gulf Coast University. She has been a grassroots activist and community organizer for many years in Florida. Prior to CCL, she worked as the co-host of a Spanish language TV talk show based in Southwest Florida. While at this position she had the opportunity to research and conduct in-depth personal interviews with political candidates and politicians. She has been volunteering with a number of organizations advocating in Tallahassee for the environment and the Everglades restoration. As Education & Engagement Senior Director Brett strives to develop learning pathways that create the most empowered, informed citizen lobbyists possible. Brett began his career in northern MN as a wilderness program director & instructor for several outdoor education non-profits. Connecting civic engagement with democratic participation & issues-based advocacy, Brett has a PhD in Public Policy/Political Economy, & taught undergraduate policy courses, secondary social studies, & campus sustainability.

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Nayab Gohar Jan is a social activist, leftist and one of the organizers of Aurat March Lahore. She has recently joined PPP. Dr. Minahil Asim is an Assistant Professor of Education Leadership and Program Evaluation at the University of Ottawa. She studies education reforms and policies that are focused on improving learning outcomes and educational trajectories for disadvantaged students. Preh Memon is a content creator and a writer; she has a keen eye on the social issues of Pakistan and often writes about them. The four of us get together for a discussion on why political reform is difficult in Pakistan. The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperience And Please stay in touch: https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1 https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperience https://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperience The podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikh Facebook.com/Shehzadghias/ Twitter.com/shehzad89 Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 3:15 Why did Nayab join PPP? 6:00 Why PPP has lacked in Implementation? 9:00 PPP; Feudalism and rural politics 13:00 Perception of PPP/PMLN and Bureaucracy in Punjab 23:00 Why do you see more development in Punjab? 34:00 Sindh and PPP's performance 44:00 Local Government and Political Will 48:00 Why Political Reforms are difficult 1:13:00 Establishment impeding political reform 1:19:00 Evolution vs Revolution; is gradual progress worth sacrificing ideals? 1:30:00 Debates within the party? Is it a one man rule? 1:38:30 Overseas Pakistanis 1:44:00 Degrading National Discourse and Misogyny 2:08:30 Trauma of growing up in the 90s in Pakistan

Countering Corruption Chapter 22 (The Need to Nurture the Political Will to eradicate Corruption) By Paul Hoffman

The United States now has over 108 gigawatts of total solar generating capacity, which is enough to power about 19 million homes.  There are more than 3 million solar installations across the country, the majority of which are residential systems. The growth in solar power has been enormous over the past 13 years.  In 2008, […]

Into//Cars that look like cop cars//Uber with a partition//Joe Biden Bumper Stickers//"Proud Democrat"//LA is Weird//Goo-gone//Kamala Harris Visit//Red Light Cameras//Kabala Harris, Commie-la Harris and Cop-mala Harris//Eric Andre//Senate Bills//Fight for 15//McConnells' House//Law Enforcement Bill of Rights//597//Police Robots//Teacher Appreciation//Teacher's Singing Bonus//Advertisements//Energy Drink//Merch//Where there's a Political Will there's a Political Way//Fuck Small (white) Businesses//Monkey Balls//RI_WFP//Don't Trickle Down on Me/ Interview If you like what you hear, please follow us on social media and subscribe to our patreon www.patreon.com/plrpodcast Musical guests Great Gale (@greatgalemusic) great www.gale.bandcamp.com

December 2003 was a special time for Kent and Tricia Whitaker. Their sons had returned home from University for the holidays, and they were happy to have the whole family back together again. Little did the Whitakers know it would be the last fond memory the family of 4 would share. Music Credits:The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan FosterThe Funkoars – Feel The MadnessUsed with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoarsPlease check out this episodes sponsors and help support our podcast:Sakara - Get 20% off your first order today using code MADNESS at checkouthttps://www.sakara.com/pages/madness?utm_medium=madness&utm_source=podcastSimpliSafe - Get FREE shipping and a 60-day risk free trialhttps://simplisafe.com/madnessBest Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google PlayMadison Reed: Get 10% off plus FREE SHIPPING on your first Color Kit go to madison-reed.com and enter PROMO CODE: MINDSResearch & Writing:Christine Penhale https://thetruecrimefiles.com/ Special Thanks:Dr. Christina Forzani Psy.DFeatured Podcast:Bloody Murder - http://bloodymurderpodcast.com/If you would like to support the show and get some extra perks including extra content, including early release/ad-free episodes, Go to - https://www.patreon.com/MadnessPodWebsite - https://mindsofmadnesspodcast.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themindsofmadness/Twitter - @MadnessPod https://twitter.com/MadnessPodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/themindsofmadness/Sources:“Works of Justice: An Interview With Writing for Justice Fellow Thomas Bartlett Whitaker.” Pen America, April 19, 2019.https://pen.org/works-of-justice-thomas-bartlett-whitaker-interview/“Texas Man Targeted by a Hitman Fights for the Life of the Person Who Ordered the Murder – His Son.” 48 Hours, January 5, 2019.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bart-whitaker-sugar-land-texas-murders-father-fights-to-save-son-from-execution/“Writing for Justice Fellowship 2018-2019.” Pen America, 2018/2019.https://pen.org/writing-justice-2018-2019/“Clemency Rare for Death Row Convicts in Texas.” ABC 13 Eyewitness News, February 22, 2018.http://abc13.com/politics/clemency-rare-for-death-row-convicts-in-texas/3114938/“Crime Watch - Murder in the Family ('I Wanted Them Dead').” 2020, 2018.https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x6ft0ik“Gov. 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Britt Lawton sat down with renowned political journalist and author John Matisonn to discuss the topics covered in his latest book 'Cyril's Choices.' Following his 2015 book ‘God, Spies and Lies: Finding South Africa’s Future Through Its Past,’ Matisonn launched 'Cyril's Choices' at THE BLUE HOUSE - David Krut Bookstore, 151 Jan Smuts Avenue, Parkwood on Tuesday 28 January 2020. 01:15 - Overview of 'God, Spies & Lies from 2015' and 'Cyril's Choices, 2019' 02:35 - "We're letting China and Russia 'eat our lunch'" 05:45 - The rise of South Africa's "Oligarch's" - The Gupta's & Russia 06:40 - Research, 'I read a lot of government reports so you don't have to.' 09:30 - Cyril, Civil Society & Political Will 11:55 - The 4th industrial Revolution 14;40 - The Green New Deal 17:40 - Relationship between Business & State 19:40 - On Self-publishing John Matisonn was a William F. Benton Fellow at the University of Chicago in 1991-1992, a Stellenbosch Institute of Advanced Studies writing fellow in 2014 and 2018, and a member of the board of the South African Broadcasting Corporation in 2017 and 2018. Hosted and produced by Britt Lawton The David Krut Podcast is a production of David Krut Projects. For more information visit our website www.davidkrutprojects.com Facebook/ Instagram @Davidkrutprojects

While Christopher was in Ontario, California at the 2018 Broadband Communities Economic Development Conference, he took advantage of the opportunity and recorded several discussions with experts to share with our Community Broadband Bits Podcast audience. This week, we’re presenting his conversation with Deb Socia, Executive Director of Next Century Cities, and Bob Knight, Executive Vice President and … Continue reading "Political Will and Local Broadband Initiatives – Community Broadband Bits Podcast 329"

This is an inspiring story of dedication to clean up the NZ environment and create new jobs. The proverbial Kiwi win/win situation. Yet, Zero Waste has to be a NZ wide Government sanctioned mantra if we are to get on top of our pollution challenges. Being a staunch advocate of recycling for most of my life that when talking to Warren, I concur that to get the Powers that Be to make recycling mandatory - nationwide - has to become an election issue - so as to show the younger generation that adults do care for our children’s future.  Warren and friends have just launched the Great Kiwi Bottle Drive www.kiwibottledrive.nz Where the small town and community of Kaitaia in the Far North recycled 20,000 bottles and cans in 4 hours.  Exceeding expectations - Where at the Kaitaia market - many people supported this ideal - with a very community spirited input. Children were involved - many very young and it was heartwarming to receive their bottles and give the kiddies some money in return. They filled a large curtain-side truck with empties. People cleaned up streets, roads, harbours and beaches and their uncles back yards and brought all the empty containers to get a refund. Now this initiative is heading South to more towns and communities throughout the whole of NZ. Parliament being one of the stops. With the idea of creating up to 2,500 plus jobs, savings for Councils, money for families and community groups. Including almost tripling our recycling rates with over 1 billion bottles saved from landfill, streets and our oceans! Cash for container schemes - are going well around the world however NZ is lagging behind world opinion. Warren's team are about to change this! Glass, aluminium and all plastic containers, plus the cardboard juice and milk containers need to have a deposit paid so that the loop is closed when they come back full circle to be either reused, or broken down and made into another item, or product. ‘Reuse’ stores are now popping up in communities here in NZ especially with clothes that have been outgrown etc. Warren says that the police have mentioned that recycling depots helps keep kids off the street and involved in an active cause. There is a very good Zero Waste program that Maori are involved in on marae throughout Aotearoa NZ.       http://parakore.maori.nz/news/     Facebook.      https://www.facebook.com/parakore FB page has many members – and it’s about growing the awareness https://theconversation.com/five-golden-rules-to-help-solve-your-recycling-dilemmas-65552 We have to get serious with our waste! Warren states that Recycling is not enough – that we have to embrace ‘product stewardship’ or 'extended producer responsibility' where the producer of a product has to be responsible for the whole life cycle of their products. The New Zealand Product Stewardship Council  http://www.nzpsc.nz/ Has to be supported and understood.   At present South Australia leads the way in Australasia with a very enlightened approach that has been in practice for over 40 years. Waste in NZ Landfills. Here in our country -186,000 cubic meters of space is taken up by bottles and cans etc thrown out in NZ each year.    Nearly 200 metres high by 200 metres long and 200 metres in width. All this is potential money, being thrown away! Call to Action What works around the world is “refundable bottle deposits” Warren and team are pushing for a national deposit bottle scheme however, the packaging and beverage industry have successfully lobbied against one for 25 years … or more. This is why we have bottles, cans and containers scattered all over our clean green country image! New Zealand would have had a bottle deposit system over 20 years ago if it were not for the packaging and beverage industry lobbying against it. Also there is e waste – tires and batteries that have to be factored into dealing with this vexing  problem of waste.  Little do New Zealander’s know that we already have container deposit legislation – that was under the Labour Government's Waste Minimisation Act 2008 Where the Minister can declare a product a ‘priority product’ for a product stewardship program – a mandatory one - like for tires, e-waste, batteries but the National led Government Ministry has made them all voluntary and it is not working  – because … Listen to this startling interview to find out the reason why? NZ used to be ahead in so many sectors of the Environment and ecology -  etc , but now we are well behind. Bottle banks – what happened to them?   Listen to this! www.recycle.co.nz   click on the half crushed and you can read: "Compared to other developed countries, NZ has a vague and scattered approach to achieving zero-waste status. This website aims to help us recognise and address the problems before it is too late.” What a whopper of a statement! Nowhere in the world are they getting more than 40% without having a bottle deposit scheme http://www.cashforcontainers.co.nz/ Recently at the last local government annual conference in support of DDS Container Deposit System - 90% of Councils agreed to have a deposit scheme set up on all waste containers here in NZ . Plus a recent survey of NZ said 91% of NZers wanted it. But the lobbyists have been going around all the mayors and sowing discord … The narrative has been twisted to suit the status quo - time and time again, we have government by lobbyists (Shades of the USA) Lobbyists Undermining the Political Will. Learn about how NZ breweries and Cola producers fight tooth and nail not to have a deposit system here in NZ and also Australia – (an eye opener) Listen to the down right deceitfulness and lies in this battle against the drink giants as they target and discredit good honest people doing their best to enable a cash deposit to be gained from returning of containers after use. Now Northern Territory in Australia has adopted CDS and also New South Wales and Queensland – so the whole of Australia is coming on board except NZ. Because of the big breweries and soft drink manufacturers! See who the major culprit is … (No wonder I have not gone out and purchased their unhealthy sugar products for over 40 years.-  I was correct!  Tim) Plastics in the Global Ocean! Microbeads what are they?  Microbeads are manufactured solid plastic particles of less than five millimeters in their largest dimension. They are most frequently made of polyethylene but can be of other petrochemical plastics such as polypropylene and polystyrene. Microbeads have become so ubiquitous that an estimated 808 trillion pieces swirl down American drains every day. They are now floating in the water column everywhere at different levels – when containers fall off ships – toxic chemicals and micro particles of plastic are 10 or 20 times more than the amount of plankton in certain parts of the ocean – fish eat them …  This is a terrible story that needs action at every level of Government, in countries that have shores or outlets to the sea. We are overloading our world and particularly the oceans with plastic. Today many small groups in NZ are coming together and are putting in for waste and recycling contracts – most are holistic thinkers and co-operatives. They are community oriented and believe that by thinking locally they can achieve many good things for their localised environment. Raglan is one such community.  Kiwbottledrive.nz  sign the petition – please … https://www.nationofchange.org/2017/05/30/snake-vomiting-bottle-highlights-worlds-plastic-problem/ I enjoyed this interview, because Warren showed what we the people can do and it was very enlightening because we now know where the challenges lie and that we need to commit to organise. By taking action we can bring about a major change in policy to get NZ up there as a leader in conservation, and environmental concerns.

If political leadership at the state level is missing with regard to rising seas, it is foreseeable that citizens groups may proactively demand public policy action through the constitutional amendment process.These "citizen initiatives" would be consistent with responsibly addressing adaptation to swelling oceans in affected states if governors and state legislators fail to prepare for changing coastlines. Join host Mitch Chester for a brief exploration of how rising seas may affect the wording of state constitutions. For more information, please visit SLRAmerica.org.

If political leadership at the state level is missing with regard to rising seas, it is foreseeable that citizens groups may proactively demand public policy action through the constitutional amendment process.These "citizen initiatives" would be consistent with responsibly addressing adaptation to swelling oceans in affected states if governors and state legislators fail to prepare for changing coastlines. Join host Mitch Chester for a brief exploration of how rising seas may affect the wording of state constitutions. For more information, please visit SLRAmerica.org.

Transcript -- Godfrey Boyle of The Open University on the key questions for the 2009 UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen

Godfrey Boyle of The Open University on the key questions for the 2009 UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen

Transcript -- Godfrey Boyle of The Open University on the key questions for the 2009 UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen

Godfrey Boyle of The Open University on the key questions for the 2009 UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen

Think Tanks Planning the Future - Marketing to Marketers - Groups and Sub-cultures - Gradualized Propaganda, CIA - MI6 - Mossad - Compartmentalization - "Need to Know" basis, Top Foundations - Specialization - Pyramid Structure - Worldwide Agencies and NGOs - Media, Club of Rome - World Unification Techniques - Idea insertion in Fiction and Drama, -- BOOK - "The First Global Revolution: A Report by the Council of the Club of Rome" by Alexander King and Bertrand Schneider - Pantheon Books, New York, 1991 -- Persuasion as an Art - Logic and Rhetoric - Plato's Dialogues - Addition and Omission of Information, Societal Order - Community - Religion, Archives of Previous Generations, Dominant Minority, "Mankind's Encounter with the Planet", Materialism, Survival of "The Race", Globalization and Global Governance, Extremism and Charismatic Leaders, Laws of "Nature" - People and Children of Nature - Immature Capacities and Subordination - Elimination of the "Vacuum", Fear Tactics for Public, "New Hands in Card-Game of Politics" - Ideologies - "Global Village" - American "Dream" is now Nightmare - Scarring the Collective Conscience - Hispanic Migration - AIDS (made in Warfare Laboratories) to Destroy Immune System, Marxism and Socialism - Economic Development - Capitalism - "Common Vision" - Shaping the World - Common Enemies - Common Adversary - John Dewey - "Alien Invasion", Scapegoats, Ethnic Minorities, CREATION OF NEW ENEMIES: Pollution - Water Shortage - Famine - Illiteracy - Unemployment, Totalitarian Countries - Human Rights - Process of Democratization, Changing definitions of Democracy, Masonic Compass and Square, Political Party Rivalries, Voting for Multi-millionaire Lawyers - Top Politicians All Belong to Same Club, "Political Will", Democratic Procedure, -- Winston Churchill quote: "Democracy is the Worst of All Systems, Except for the Rest" -- Margaret Thatcher "New World Order" speech, Private Organizations of Experts, International "Policing" (Armies), Public-Private Corporations, "Enlightened Public Support" - Grass-Roots level - Voter "Apathy", Communistic "Utopia" - Russian Ruling Families, Common Threat to Unite People - Solidarity of All Peoples - Changed Attitudes and Behaviour - "Real Enemy is Humanity Itself", New Environmentalism - Gaea Worship - Overpopulation - Ongoing Propaganda ("Continuing Education"), Use of Religion to Terrify - Fear of Shadows and Demons - Any Reality can be Induced, Voluntary Sterilization - Genetic Enhancement, Elimination of Survival Capabilities - State will Make Decisions for Public, Theft of Sentient Abilities - Scripted Versions of Reality - Psychopathic Egos and Myriads of Bureaucrats - Rationalization, (Song: "The Times they are a' Changin' " by Keb' Mo (Kevin Moore) ) *Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - May 30, 2007 (Exempting Music and Literary Quotes)