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In this episode of State of the Arc, Jason Becker breaks down four of the most important trends shaping the welding industry in 2025. We start with the rise of welding simulation software — how it's transforming training and reducing material waste. Then we explore the impact of 3D printing on metal fabrication, including examples from defense, aerospace, and repair applications. Jason also highlights why soft skills like communication, teamwork, and adaptability are becoming critical for career growth, before wrapping up with a deep dive into how welding safety standards are evolving — from smarter PPE to connected shop tech. If you're looking for a no-fluff breakdown of what's changing in welding right now, this episode has you covered.
Join us as Ray Shay, Director of Technology at Brooklyn Friends School, shares his unique journey from webmaster to overseeing auxiliary programs. Discover his insights on AI's impact on independent schools, the crucial role of data systems, and why human connection and critical thinking are more vital than ever in a tech-driven world.La Salle College High School Tech Experiential LearningPrinceton Academy of the Sacred Heart - student-led creation of the local chapter of the eNable network and 3 years of “Build-a-Thons”: Video | ArticleStudent-led PPE project during pandemic: ArticleBrooklyn Friends SchoolTeam Engagement Tools: StandOut (now powered by ADP) | 15FiveRay's LinkedIn profileBill's photo of trip home from ATLIS Annual ConferenceVendor management platform, 9ine‘We Have to Really Rethink the Purpose of Education', podcast episode from The Ezra Klein Show - education policy expert Rebecca Winthrop explores the big questions emerging for educators and parentsThe Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better, book by Jenny Anderson and Rebecca WinthropIn Search of Deeper Learning: The Quest to Remake the American High School, book by Jal Mehta and Sarah Fine
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In this episode, we dive into the critical elements of water rescue—from essential PPE to best practices for swiftwater operations. Whether you're a first responder, a SAR team member, or just passionate about water safety, this discussion covers the gear that keeps rescuers protected, the latest advancements in immersion technology, and the real-world applications that make all the difference when seconds count.Learn more about cutting-edge water rescue gear at Immersion Research: https://immersionresearch.comContact their SAR team directly at prosales@immersionresearch.com or call 814-395-9191.
Episode 157 Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay. In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and business partner, Dru Brents, co-founder of Broker Plus / PreApp1003, to talk about why thousands of brokers are making the move to this all-in-one platform. We break down what makes PreApp1003 different—how it simplifies the mortgage process by combining your POS, LOS, CRM, e-sign, pricing engine, and marketing tools all under one roof. You'll hear about their smart automation features, user-friendly mobile interface, and new enhancements to the borrower experience. Enterprise pricing is available for all, whether you're a one-person shop or a large team. You get the entire system for just $99 per month with a 12-month commitment. It's not just affordable—it's powerful, fast, and incredibly easy to use. What you get: Point of sale with no usernames or passwords required Full LOS and CRM Built-in e-sign solution PPE powered by Lender Price Team member workflow automation Seamless mobile access and updated UI Video text messaging and marketing automation If you're tired of stitching together multiple systems, this is the solution you've been looking for. Visit https://preapp1003.com to learn more and see why so many brokers are making the switch. This podcast is brought to you by the Mortgage Marketing Animals. Be sure to join us for the Loan Officer Breakfast Club—30 minutes of free loan officer coaching every weekday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM Eastern. Visit http://LoanOfficerBreakfastClub.com to get started. Schedule a one-on-one free coaching call, click here or visit DailySuccessPlan.com.
https://jo.my/clcbf3 Selecting The Right PPE For The Job Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is your last line of defense when working in factories and warehouses to stay safe. But just wearing PPE isn't enough. You must wear the proper PPE to protect yourself and your team. That's where many safety breakdowns happen. A hard hat won't stop a chemical splash. Cut-resistant gloves won't help much with arc flash. The key is knowing what hazards you're up against and matching PPE to meet those risks head-on is exactly what we're talking about today. A strong safety culture isn't built on checklists. It's built on awareness, consistency, and always using the right gear whenever possible. Warehouse tasks vary, and so should your PPE. Let's discuss how to stay sharp when choosing your protective equipment. Here are a few tips to assist you with selecting the proper PPE for the job: 1. Start with a hazard assessment. Before you reach for safety gear, make sure you understand the task. Are workers exposed to sharp edges? High noise? Chemical fumes? Each hazard requires specific protection. No guessing—walk the floor, talk to your team, and assess each station. 2. Don't settle for “close enough.” General-purpose PPE is sometimes acceptable, but relying on it too often can lead to injury. For instance, wear chemical-resistant gloves for liquid handling and impact-rated goggles for high-velocity debris. One-size-fits-all doesn't cut it when safety's on the line. 3. Fit matters. Poorly fitting PPE doesn't just feel uncomfortable—it can fail when you need it most. Respirators need tight seals, and gloves shouldn't slip off. Take time to ensure proper sizing and comfort for each team member. 4. Watch for conflicting PPE combinations. Are you wearing multiple types of PPE? Some don't work well together. For example, a face shield may shift a hard hat out of position, and hearing protection might affect how a respirator sits. Review gear combinations regularly to avoid reducing protection. 5. Know when to upgrade or replace. PPE has limits. Over time, gear breaks down, safety glasses get scratched, and gloves lose grip. Don't wait for failure. Set a schedule for inspection and replacement. If a task changes, reassess what PPE is required. Warehouse safety isn't static. As tasks, tools, and hazards change, so should your approach to PPE. Taking five minutes to reevaluate gear could prevent a serious injury. Choosing the correct PPE isn't about checking boxes but staying prepared. In a warehouse, being prepared can make all the difference between a near miss and a significant incident. Keep your PPE task-specific, well-fitted, and regularly reviewed. Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time - have a great week, and STAY SAFE! #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #SafetyGear #HazardAssessment #FitMatters #PPE
Imagine having a tireless teammate watching your back 24/7, never missing a beat when it comes to keeping you safe. That's exactly what AI agents in manufacturing are capable of today. Spot AI uses cameras and AI agents to spot safety issues, send alerts, and collect data that can improve safety training in the future. Yes, a human could do all that. But who wants to spend 8 hours a day reviewing footage? In this episode, Dunchadhn Lyons, Director of Engineering, shares a real-world example of a safety manager freeing up time and reducing safety incidents by 40%. He joins us at Batch Brewing for our Automate afterparty, along with this episode's co-host, Jake Hall, aka The Manufacturing Millennial. We explore how AI agents are transforming ordinary security cameras into intelligent safety monitors that can spot forklift near-misses, missing PPE, and operational bottlenecks before they become costly problems. Plus, we chat about how these "AI teammates" can capture and preserve the invaluable knowledge of experienced workers before they retire – addressing one of manufacturing's biggest challenges. Tune in for the full story and don't forget to subscribe! In this episode, find out: Dunchadhn breaks down the basics of what an AI agent in manufacturing is and how they're designed to make our lives easier How Spot AI uses cameras as “AI teammates” to monitor for potential safety issues and use data for training How an AI agent could be used to fill in the gaps in knowledge after people start retiring in manufacturing Where Dunchadhn sees the future of AI agents headed and how Spot AI could expand beyond using cameras The best use cases for AI agents and Spot AI's solution in manufacturing Dunchadhn shares an example of one workplace where they achieved a 40% reduction in safety issues How manufacturers can get started with improving safety with AI and why adopting Spot AI's solution is simpler than you might think How to get buy-in from a team to use cameras for safety monitoring How Spot AI can also help businesses make operational improvements, with one example of a company avoiding millions in lost revenue Where can AI agents go in the future? Dunchadhn shares his predictions for the future of AI agents in manufacturing The best way to get more people onboard with AI agents Enjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going! Tweetable Quotes: "A 40% reduction in safety incidents means that people are safer. It means you can go to work, get your job done, and you can go to your family without having a fear of ending up in the hospital for a couple of weeks." "AI agents can serve as training mechanisms for other new human employees so that tribal knowledge is not lost.""These AI teammates are really about supporting humans, making humans safer, making humans more efficient, and augmenting human abilities. There's definitely no notion of replacement or monitoring." Links & mentions: Spot AI, video AI agents for the physical world Batch Brewing, brewery and restaurant located in Corktown, Detroit, MI
On this episode of Transmission Interrupted, host Jill Morgan of Emory University Hospital is joined by Jade Flinn from Johns Hopkins Hospital and waste management experts Ashley Perry from Daniels Health, and Alex Chapman and Cara Simaga from Stericycle. Together, they unpack the practical and regulatory challenges of managing “Category A” infectious waste generated during the care of patients with special pathogens like Ebola, Marburg, and Lassa fever.Drawing from real-world experience, including a recent Lassa fever case, the panel explores communication breakdowns, the complexities of regulatory compliance, and the critical importance of cross-functional preparedness. They clarify what qualifies as Category A waste, how it differs from routine medical waste, and the meticulous multi-step process required for safe containment, packaging, and disposal.The discussion also highlights key takeaways from recent Joint Commission standards, the necessity of engaging waste vendors before an incident occurs, and actionable strategies to reduce risk—from the patient's bedside to final disposal.Packed with practical guidance and expert insight, this episode is a must-listen for infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and clinical teams aiming to stay ready, protect staff, and safeguard their communities.Questions or comments for NETEC? Contact us at info@netec.org.Visit Transmission Interrupted on the web at netec.org/podcast.GuestsAlex ChapmanDirector of Regulatory AffairsStericycleJade Flinn, MSN, RN, CCRN, CNRN Director of Operations, Special Pathogens Center, Biocontainment Unit The Johns Hopkins Hospital Ashley PerryDirector, Hazardous Waste ServicesDaniels HealthCara Simaga, CHMMSenior Director, Regulatory AffairsStericycleHostJill Morgan, RNEmory Healthcare, Atlanta, GAJill Morgan is a registered nurse and a subject matter expert in personal protective equipment (PPE) for NETEC. For 35 years, Jill has been an emergency department and critical care nurse, and now splits her time between education for NETEC and clinical research, most of it centering around infection prevention and personal protective equipment. She is a member of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), ASTM International, and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).ResourcesDaniels Health: Ebola & Other Category A Infectious Waste Daniels Health: Ebola Packaging Kit Instructions (PDF)PHMSADOT: Planning Guidance for Handling Category A Solid WastePHMSADOT: DOT Special Permit 16279Stericycle: Ebola Waste PreparednessStericycle:
https://jo.my/2wuutw What Makes PPE The Last Line Of Defense? Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays a vital role in warehouse safety, but it's important to remember where it stands in the safety hierarchy. PPE isn't your first defense—it's your last. Relying on it too early—or misusing it—can give a false sense of security and put people at risk. One of the top priorities of a solid Safety Culture is eliminating hazards before workers are exposed. Engineering solutions, process changes, and administrative controls should come first. PPE only steps in when all other methods fall short. But when used correctly, it can mean the difference between a close call and a life-altering injury. Here are a few tips to assist you with understanding why PPE is the last line of defense: Always aim to eliminate the hazard first. Before anyone reaches for PPE, ask the right questions. Can the hazard be removed, reduced, or replaced? If there's a way to eliminate the need for PPE, take it. PPE should never be your go-to fix. PPE supports safety—it doesn't replace it. You can't use PPE to escape unsafe processes. Think of PPE like a seatbelt. It helps after something goes wrong. Safety systems, training, and engineering controls are your primary defenses. PPE adds one more layer. Know what your PPE is protecting you from. Every piece of gear serves a purpose—gloves for cuts, goggles for splashes, and hearing protection for loud machinery. If you don't understand the hazard, you won't know if your PPE is the right match—or if you need more. Wearing the wrong PPE can be worse than wearing none at all. Gloves that snag on conveyor belts, goggles that fog and block your view, and ill-fitting gear that causes distractions. If PPE is uncomfortable or interferes with your work, you're more likely to misuse it or skip it altogether, which opens the door to accidents. Make PPE a shared responsibility. Supervisors need to provide the right gear, workers need to wear it correctly, and everyone needs to speak up when something's not working. PPE works best when supported by teamwork and communication. PPE can only do its job when everything else has been done first. That includes hazard assessments, safety procedures, and routine inspections. PPE is the backup plan, not the first solution. So, before putting it on, ask yourself: Did we do everything possible to make this task safe without it? Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time – have a great week, and STAY SAFE! #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #PPEAwareness #SafetyCulture #PersonalProtectiveEquipment #PPE
In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to get into Oxford University - one of the world's most prestigious academic institutions.
La summitul București 9 de la Vilnius, președintele român Nicușor Dan a primit din partea omologului său Volodimir Zelenski invitația de a vizita Ucraina. Invitația vine la o zi de la victoria naționalist-conservatorului Karol Nawrocki în Polonia. Dar cum vor evolua relațiile româno-poloneze în actuala conjunctură politică? Karol Nawrocki a câștigat adoptând un ton aspru față de Ucraina, mai ales față de refugiații ucraineni. De asemenea, el a spus că se va opune aderării Ucrainei la NATO șI UE.Aceasta nu înseamnă că Varșovia va ieși cumva din coaliția de voință care sprijină militar Ucraina. Atlantist și pro-american, Nawrocki nu este în niciun caz pro-rus.Dar cu o Polonie atât de capricioasă, liderul de la Kiev a înțeles imediat importanța vecinului România.Cum rămâne însă cu relația româno-poloneză? Cât de mult va fi ea înveninată de campaniile electorale?Într-adevăr, partidul conservator Lege și Justiție PiS l-a susținut puternic pe candidatul extremist George Simion. Acesta a fost primit cu onoruri de însuși președintele Andrej Duda. Și a petrecut mult timp în Polonia, la acțiunile electorale ale lui Nawrocki.Citeste siAlegeri poloneze, consecințe europene. Plus: ce urmează după lovitura Ucrainei?De partea sa, premierul liberal Donald Tusk și-a afirmat susținerea față de Nicușor Dan. După ce acesta din urmă a câștigat, a mers în Polonia pentrui a-l susține public pe candidatul liberal, primarul Varșoviei, Rafał Trzaskowski.Cu două zile înainte de turul doi al alegerilor poloneze, fostul premier Mateusz Morawiecki a răspândit un fake news uriaș despre România - cum că, după victoria lui Nicușor Dan, în țară ar urma să fie relocați sute de mii de imigranți ilegali.Dar dincolo de aceste asperități de campanie, interesele stategice commune și istoricul legăturilor româno-poloneze sunt prea puternice pentru a nu sta la baza unei relații pragmatice.À propos, grupul București 9, al statelor de pe flancul estic al NATO este o inițiativă româno-poloneză. Formatul a fost activat după agresiunea rusă din 2014 împotriva Ucrainei. Și a fost semnat de președintele liberal român Klaus Iohannis și omologul său conservator polonez, Andrej Duda.România și Polonia sunt legate de un parteneriat strategic, încheiat în 2009, de președinții Traian Băsescu și Lech Kaczinski. Adică, un președinte din familia popularilor europeni, PPE și unul din cea a conservatorilor.Cu alte cuvinte, diferențele ideologice nu au contat în fața intereselor strategice și a amenințării comune numite Rusia. Iar aceasta n-ar trebui să se schimbe.Citeste siPolonia: Victoria lui Karol Nawrocki nu este o catastrofă pentru EuropaExistă însă și un semn de întrebare. În acest moment, în discursul rusesc, adversarul principal este Europa. Mai precis, Europa liberală. Europa lui Macron și a lui Merz. Europa căreia i s-a alăturat, viguros, România.Nu de Ucraina militară se teme Vladimir Putin. El se teme de Ucraina europeană, cu libertățile și oportunitățile ei. O astfel de Ucraină ar fi un exemplu ”prost” pentru lumea rusă, din perspectiva Kremlinului.Pe de altă parte, un alt adversar declarat al Europei se află la Casa Albă. Donald Trump consideră Europa un concurent economic și comercial. Și o vrea, la rândul său, cât mai slabă și mai dezarticulată.Și astfel, acționând sub inspirația lui Donald Trump, mentorul său de la Washington, președintele Nawrocki ar putea slăbi Europa, făcând jocul Rusiei.Pe de altă parte, în mod, poate, surprinzător, momentul poate fi oportun pentru România. Aceasta rămâne țara central și est-europeană cel mai puternic angajată alături de statele-pivot ale Uniunii Europene, cum au arătat-o alegerile din 18 mai.Bucureștiul ar putea beneficia astfel de un sprijin solid din partea liderilor UE, interesați într-o Românie de succes.Ascultați rubrica ”Eurocronica”, cu Ovidiu Nahoi, în fiecare zi, de luni până vineri, de la 8.45 și în reluare duminica, de la 15.00, numai la RFI România
Our skin is not just a thing of beauty. It is our largest organ. It prevents water loss and protects us from infection, allergens and ultraviolet light. Although proper hand hygiene is essential to the work of Sterile Processing professionals and the safety of our patients, breaks in the skin barrier can occur due to over washing and exposure to hot water, harsh chemicals and PPE. Our skin health, however, parallels our body health, so it is essential that we take care of it. In episode 127, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with dermatologist, author and consumer advocate Fayne L. Frey, MD, about the importance of protecting our skin. Dr. Frey reviews the anatomy and functionality of the skin and shares habits to keep your skin safe, especially outside of work hours. She discusses skin ailments, provides tips for listeners with sensitive skin, and decodes the buzzwords on skincare product labels. Tune it to learn how to maintain healthy skin and select safe, effective, affordable products sold at your local drugstore. Earn CE Now
https://jo.my/9vvp4j Hazard Communication & Chemical Safety: Safe Handling, Storage, and Emergency Procedures Maintaining chemical safety in the workplace requires constant attention. Whether you're handling cleaning products, solvents, or industrial-grade chemicals, knowing how to work with hazardous materials safely is essential. Poor handling or storage can lead to serious incidents such as fires, spills, or harmful exposure. A strong Safety Culture ensures everyone understands their role in preventing these risks. This week focuses on safe handling, proper storage, and knowing how to respond if something goes wrong. Chemicals can be dangerous, but those risks are manageable with clear procedures and the right tools. Every team member plays a role in preventing accidents and protecting health and property. Here are a few tips to assist you with handling, storing, and responding to hazardous chemicals: Always wear the correct PPE. Ensure gloves, goggles, face shields, and respirators are available and worn as needed. Match the PPE to the type of chemical you're handling. Never assume standard gear is good enough—check the label or Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Store chemicals by compatibility. Never place acids near bases or oxidizers near flammables. Use labeled, ventilated storage cabinets designed for specific chemical types. Always keep containers closed and stored below eye level when possible. Keep spill kits nearby and ready. Train all employees on how to use them. If a spill occurs, act quickly but safely—evacuate if needed, contain the area, and report it immediately. Don't clean unless trained, and wear the correct PPE and equipment. Know the first aid procedures for each chemical. SDS sheets provide specific instructions for skin, eyes, or inhalation exposure. Make sure eyewash stations and showers are easy to reach and tested regularly. Prevent fire hazards and reactions. Keep ignition sources away from flammables. Bonding and grounding are used to treat flammable liquids during transfer. Monitor storage areas for heat or leaks, and never mix chemicals unless specifically trained and authorized. Creating a safe environment is about planning. That means having the right equipment, training, and clear emergency response steps. It also means speaking up if something looks wrong or out of place. Never ignore warning signs or bypass safety steps to save time. Chemical safety is everyone's responsibility. Follow procedures, use proper PPE, and take storage and emergency prep seriously. The right actions today prevent injuries and damage tomorrow. Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time - have a great week, and STAY SAFE! #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #EmergencyPreparedness #SpillResponse #SafeStorage
Time to suit up, #CleanFreaks—because this week we're tackling the real-world challenges of PPE! Join us as we sit down with Marcus Super from Mastel Surgical to explore what makes personal protective equipment truly essential in decontam. From one-size-fits-none challenges to breakthrough PPE innovations, Marcus explains why the right PPE is about more than just checking boxes—it's about keeping our frontline techs safe and comfortable while #FightingDirty. Together, we're diving into budget battles, supply shortages, and that universal struggle of finding PPE that actually fits the technicians wearing it. If your PPE looks like two gowns layered together, sleeves taped to your arms, and a face shield too fogged up to see the instruments—this episode is for you! Season 28 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #WeFightDirty #Podcast #Season28 #PPE #DecontamSafety
Sponsored by: Set for LifeSet For Life Insurance helps doctors safeguard their future with True Own Occupational Disability Insurance. A single injury or illness can change everything, but the best physicians plan ahead. Protect your income and secure your future before life makes the choice for you. Your career deserves protection—act now at https://www.doctorpodcastnetwork.co/setforlife____________In this episode, host Dr. Bradley Block welcomes Marisa Powell and Gabrielle Hanley, to demystify physician unions. They explain how unions empower employed physicians to improve working conditions, protect professional autonomy, and advocate for patient care. The discussion covers why physician unions were rare historically, who is eligible to unionize (non-managerial employees), and the legal nuances under the National Labor Relations Act. Marisa and Gabrielle share real-world examples, including a Washington State urgent care strike over PPE access, and discuss strategies like collective bargaining for better contracts and public advocacy to influence hospital policies. A must-listen for physicians considering unionization in an increasingly corporatized healthcare system.Three Actionable Takeaways:Identify Common Issues Across Specialties – Start union conversations by finding shared concerns among colleagues in different specialties to build a unified front.Leverage Collective Advocacy – Use coordinated efforts, like public campaigns or media outreach, to pressure employers on issues like patient safety or workplace policies, even before formal negotiations.Research Union Options – Contact organizations like Doctors Council (doctorscouncil.org) to explore unionization, but ensure strong colleague support for sustained impact.About the Show:The Physician's Guide to Doctoring covers patient interactions, burnout, career growth, personal finance, and more. If you're tired of dull medical lectures, tune in for real-world lessons we should have learned in med school!About the Guest:Marisa Powell and Gabrielle Hanley are lead union organizers with Doctors Council, part of SEIU Local 10MD. They spearhead physician union campaigns and collective bargaining efforts nationwide, helping doctors advocate for better working conditions, patient care, and professional autonomy in both private and public healthcare settings.Website: https://www.doctorscouncil.orgLinkedIn - Marisa Powell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-powell-b31110b4/Gabrielle Hanley : https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-hanley-747013113/About the host:Dr. Bradley Block – Dr. Bradley Block is a board-certified otolaryngologist at ENT and Allergy Associates in Garden City, NY. He specializes in adult and pediatric ENT, with interests in sinusitis and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Block also hosts The Physician's Guide to Doctoring podcast, focusing on personal and professional development for physiciansWant to be a guest? Email Brad at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more!Socials:@physiciansguidetodoctoring on Facebook@physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let's grow! Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.
This week the American Director of Photography and Cinematographer ,Theresa Vitale, whose resume spans all genres of film and TV productions. Theresa is passionate about elevating women both in her love of sport and her dedication to the industry; two paths that have merged as she crossed the bridge from the US U23 National Rugby Team to film and TV production. As we will hear, sport taught her so much that has helped her in her career not least of all the value of team work and collaboration. Theresa was born in 1982 in Wallingford, CT, the eldest of two daughters; she has a sister Rosanne. Shortly after her parents Mario Vitale and Karen Weeks moved to Lawrence, NJ where her father could commute to New York, while her mother was the home care provider. Sports and music dominated her childhood—she played trombone for nine years — and tried every sport she could, eventually, and accidentally, discovering rugby. Her natural talent was soon recognized and within six months she made the squad which was competing for the national championships. Despite coming up short that year she did win the national championship with the US women's U23 national team in 2005. Alas, her career called and she chose the University of Massachusetts for its BA in Communications degree with a focus on TV/Film, graduating in 2005. An internship with MTV in New York convinced her that she wanted to be a camera operator and from that point on doors opened and led the way to a highly successful career. Her work has been featured on major broadcast, cable, and streaming networks, including ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, HBO Max, Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Showtime, Bravo, to name a few, specializing in docu-series, competition reality, cooking shows, studio shows, live music, documentaries, BTS and women's sports. Theresa also takes great pride in helping women find and properly fit personal protective equipment (PPE). As an ambassador for EasyRig, she continues the legacy of her mentor, Cat Cummings, by empowering women with the right gear and ensuring it fits them correctly. Theresa lives in Long Beach California with her wife Heidi and son Barron. Theresa's website: www.TheresaVitale.com IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2922553/Instagram: TheresaVitale21 & TheresaVitale_DP Theresa's favorite female cinematographers:Gretchen WarthenJen MortonMeagan Stockemer Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramThe AART Podcast on YouTubeEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wisp--4769409/support.
This week the American Director of Photography and Cinematographer Theresa Vitale whose resume spans all genres of film and TV productions. Theresa is passionate about elevating women both in her love of sport and her dedication to the industry; two paths that have merged as she crossed the bridge from the US U23 National Rugby Team to film and TV production. As we will hear, sport taught her so much that has helped her in her career not least of all the value of team work and collaboration. Theresa was born in 1982 in Wallingford, CT, the eldest of two daughters; she has a sister Rosanne. Shortly after her parents Mario Vitale and Karen Weeks moved to Lawrence, NJ where her father could commute to New York, while her mother was the home care provider. Sports and music dominated her childhood—she played trombone for nine years — and tried every sport she could, eventually, and accidentally, discovering rugby. Her natural talent was soon recognized and within six months she made the squad which was competing for the national championships. Despite coming up short that year she did win the national championship with the US women's U23 national team in 2005. Alas, her career called and she chose the University of Massachusetts for its BA in Communications degree with a focus on TV/Film, graduating in 2005. An internship with MTV in New York convinced her that she wanted to be a camera operator and from that point on doors opened and led the way to a highly successful career. Her work has been featured on major broadcast, cable, and streaming networks, including ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, HBO Max, Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Showtime, Bravo, to name a few, specializing in docu-series, competition reality, cooking shows, studio shows, live music, documentaries, BTS and women's sports. Theresa also takes great pride in helping women find and properly fit personal protective equipment (PPE). As an ambassador for EasyRig, she continues the legacy of her mentor, Cat Cummings, by empowering women with the right gear and ensuring it fits them correctly. Theresa lives in Long Beach California with her wife Heidi and son Barron. Theresa's website: www.TheresaVitale.comIMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2922553/Instagram: TheresaVitale21 & TheresaVitale_DP Theresa's favorite female artists: Gretchen WarthenJen MortonMeagan Stockemer Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramThe AART Podcast on YouTubeEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.
In this episode we discuss:Laura's biz travel adventures and favorite airports.Watchouts with the pricing when buying horses in Europe. Why the horse that Julia was close to purchasing fell through.What Julia learned is a must have for any future PPE.The risk of buying a horse with a heart murmur.
In today's show, we feature the inspiring story of a successful entrepreneur who navigated through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and turned them into opportunities for growth. Our guest, a distributor of personal protective equipment (PPE), shares how their business took an unexpected turn when the pandemic hit. Initially, their focus was on government contracts, particularly supplying safety products to high-hazard industries such as prisons. However, when COVID struck, their phone started ringing off the hook, and they rapidly adapted to meet the soaring demand for PPE. The company's sales skyrocketed from $300,000 to an astonishing $10 million in gross revenue, a 3000% growth. Join us as we learn from this entrepreneur's journey, the challenges they faced, and the strategies they employed to keep their business afloat during the crisis. Discover how creativity, diligence, and daily cash flow management helped them survive and thrive amid uncertainty.
A tiny needle. A missed burr. A hidden blade at the bottom of the sink. These aren't just near misses—they're real exposure risks facing techs in decontam every day. So, how prepared is your team to respond? This week, we're joined by Garrett Hollembeak, infection preventionist and Editor-in-Chief of Transmission Control, to explore pathogen exposure through the eyes of an IP. From bloodborne pathogen kits and near-miss reporting to PPE breakdowns and employee health follow-up, Garrett shares a frontline perspective on what happens when worst-case scenarios become real. Whether you're developing safety protocols or wondering about the true risks of serious bloodborne exposures, this is one conversation that could save more than just paperwork—it could save a life. Season 28 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #WeFightDirty #Podcast #Season28 #InfectionPrevention #WorkplaceSafety
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. She is a visionary entrepreneur, business leader, and supply chain specialist with a strong focus on procurement and logistics. As the CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), she leads a company dedicated to streamlining the sourcing and distribution of essential goods for businesses and government entities. With a passion for supplier diversity and economic empowerment, Jennifer has built ISP into a trusted provider in the industry, ensuring efficiency and reliability in supply chain solutions. Her expertise and leadership have positioned her as a key figure in business development and strategic partnerships across multiple industries. Company Description *International Supply Partners (ISP) is a premier provider of essential products and procurement solutions, specializing in safety, PPE, industrial, janitorial, and construction supplies. Founded by CEO Jennifer Barbosa, ISP is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective sourcing solutions tailored to businesses, government agencies, and large-scale enterprises. At ISP, we streamline supply chain operations by leveraging our extensive network of trusted manufacturers and distributors, ensuring clients receive the best products at competitive prices. Our commitment to efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the industry, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while we handle the complexities of procurement. With a strong emphasis on supplier diversity and innovation, ISP partners with corporations and institutions looking to meet their procurement goals while supporting minority-owned businesses. We are proud to be a certified minority-owned business, committed to fostering economic growth and sustainability in the communities we serve. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Disney Moms Gone Wrong, the crew dives into the 2001 teen classic The Princess Diaries. What starts as a nostalgic rewatch quickly turns into a deep and relatable discussion on self-worth, transformations, and the unexpected lessons moms can draw from Mia Thermopolis's royal journey. Between jokes about glow-ups, Lili slander, and childhood snack confessions, Diana, Suzy, and Sarah open up about the pivotal moments in their own lives when they had to choose between comfort and growth—for the sake of their children and themselves.Timestamps and Topics:00:00 - Kicking off with chaos: Who's prepared and who's pretending?04:50 - First impressions of The Princess Diaries07:10 - Grandma's backhanded makeover and Anne Hathaway's transformation10:15 - Is it self-acceptance or societal pressure?14:00 - Lily is not a girl's girl: Why we turned on Mia's BFF17:00 - Motherhood and the moment everything changes21:30 - Diana's vulnerable story of leaving a broken marriage25:00 - Why moms don't get 6-month glow-up arcs30:00 - Our own “princess” moments at 1536:00 - National fruit of our fantasy kingdoms: From churros to carnitas44:00 - Final thoughts: Is The Princess Diaries timeless?Key Takeaways:The movie's early 2000s makeover trope still sparks a conversation about beauty standards and self-worth.Diana, Suzy, and Sarah share personal moments of transformation that mirror Mia's journey—choosing growth over comfort.The discussion reveals how rom-coms like The Princess Diaries evolve in meaning as we grow up and take on the role of caregivers.Lily is unanimously declared the worst “best friend” in the movie.A new segment idea is born: Diana's “Fruit of the Week” adventure.Quotes:“Every group needs a PPE—a prepared procrastinator extraordinaire.”“Watching this as a mom, I realized the makeover isn't just physical—it's emotional. We've all had to do it.”“If I see Lili on the street—it's on sight.”“I had to stop thinking about me and start thinking about my kids. That's when everything changed.”“The real royalty? Moms doing the hard stuff without a crown.”Call to Action:If you loved this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your fellow Disney-loving moms! Tag us with your thoughts using #DisneyMomsGoneWrong and let us know—what would be the national food of YOUR fantasy kingdom?Links and Resources:
Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to “Digital Social Hour's” Sean Kelly about his rise from bullied, introverted kid to top podcaster; overcoming depression and a Xanax-related near-death experience; building businesses in e-commerce and PPE during COVID; getting rich in e-commerce and nearly losing it all to a sports card addiction: hard lessons from crypto and sports card investing; growing his podcast to over a million subscribers and 100 million monthly Instagram views; covering viral topics like finance, UFOs, and mindset; his plans for global expansion; and much more. Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Nandaka by Pique - The ultimate fuel for sustained energy and mental clarity. Right now, Pique is offering 20% off for life AND a free Starter Kit with your first purchase. Go to: http://Piquelife.com/RUBIN 1775 Coffee - Get 1775's Starter Kit. All single-origin, small batch, mold-free and toxin-free. Get your 1775 Coffee starter kit worth $170 for only $99. The initial launch is only 1,000 units - get it while you can. Go to: https://1775coffee.com/RUBIN and use code RUBIN Tax Network USA - If you owe back taxes or have unfiled returns, don't let the government take advantage of you. Whether you owe a few thousand or a few million, they can help you. Call 1(800)-958-1000 for a private, free consultation or Go to: https://tnusa.com/dave Parasite Cleanse -The Wellness Company has a way to fight back against parasites. A Nobel prize winner now in a parasite cleanse combo, that wipes out these invaders to help keep you and your family safe. Rubin Report viewers can save up to $90 and get FREE shipping at checkout when they use code: RUBIN. Go to: https://TWC.health/RUBIN and use CODE: RUBIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Assurances, conso, nouvelles technologies… "On en parle" vous oriente dans tout ce qui fait votre quotidien. Au programme aujourd'hui: 1. Peut-on se soigner avec ChatGPT? 2. Comment utiliser les IA en tant que patients? 3. Guichet: la rénovation énergétique des PPE
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My guest today is Michele Giddens, Co-Founder and CEO of Bridges Fund Management — one of the early architects of impact investing, before the term was even coined.Bridges now has over £2 billion in AUM invested in private equity and property, but back in 2002, it began with little more than a blank sheet of paper and a conviction that capital could — and should — be used to address some of society's biggest challenges.Michele and her co-founders, Sir Ronald Cohen and Philip Newborough, believed social and environmental impact didn't have to come at the expense of returns. That belief has held firm for over two decades — and continues to shape how Bridges invests today.After graduating with a PPE degree from Oxford, she skipped the corporate path and headed to Mexico City to teach English — the start of what became 15 years living and working abroad. From Hungary to Poland, Bangladesh to Mongolia, she followed the same instinct: a need to be close to where impact actually happens. That drive brought her back to the UK in 2000 to advise the Treasury's Social Investment Task Force, chaired by Sir Ronald Cohen. One of its key recommendations was to launch funds focused on underserved parts of the UK. Michele helped shape that idea — and stayed to build the first one.Their first fund was £40 million, including £10 million in catalytic capital from the UK government, structured to take more risk and go in first. “One of the very best uses of taxpayer money,” she says — because it helped unlock over £2 billion in private sector investment since.Today, Bridges operates across two verticals: building a more sustainable planet and a more inclusive economy. In property, that means co-living spaces, healthcare, and age-friendly housing. In private equity, it includes companies like AgilityEco, which helped 200,000 households reduce energy bills, and Talking Talent, which helps underrepresented employees rise through leadership.Michele is clear-eyed about what impact can and can't do. Some challenges need capital that's more patient, more risk-bearing, or even concessionary. That's why Bridges has built nonprofit arms to reach the edges of what the market can't serve.But she's equally convinced — and backed by two decades of results — that plenty of investments deliver both meaning and double-digit returns, if you design for it.That's been the aim from the start — not to trade one off against the other, but to hold both to a high standard. Twenty years on, that idea hasn't softened.What Michele and her team have built isn't just a firm. It's a bridge. And over twenty years in, it still holds.—About the SRI 360° Podcast: The SRI 360° Podcast is focused exclusively on sustainable & responsible investing. —Connect with SRI360°:Sign up for the free weekly email updateVisit the SRI360° PODCASTVisit the SRI360° WEBSITEFollow SRI360° on XFollow SRI360° on FACEBOOK—Additional Resources:Michele Giddens LinkedInBridges Fund Management: - Website- LinkedIn- X (Twitter)- YouTubeThe Bridges Spectrum of Capital - download here
https://jo.my/erw5ze Hazard Communication & Chemical Safety: Introduction to Hazard Communication (HazCom) Our topic this month focuses on Hazard Communication, also known as HazCom. This standard is built on a simple principle: every team member has the right to know about the hazardous substances they may come into contact with during their shift. That includes how to handle them safely and what to do if something goes wrong. Hazardous chemicals, ranging from cleaning supplies to fuels, industrial solvents, paints, and everything in between, are present in nearly every facility. These substances can pose serious risks if not identified, stored, and communicated properly. A strong Safety Culture depends on everyone understanding these hazards and following safe practices. Here are a few tips to assist you with staying safe around hazardous chemicals: Know what's in your facility. All chemicals on site should be listed in a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which must always be available to all team members. If you are unsure about a substance, check the SDS or ask a supervisor for guidance. Read the labels—every time. Before using any chemical, look at the label for hazard warnings, handling instructions, and required personal protective equipment (PPE). Never assume two similar-looking containers hold the same contents. Please follow the signage and posted instructions. Areas with chemical storage or usage will have signs indicating risks—flammable, corrosive, toxic, etc. Respect those warnings. They're there to prevent accidents before they happen. Wear the correct PPE for the job. Depending on the chemical involved, gloves, goggles, respirators, or protective clothing (To name a few) might be required. Using the correct PPE is a key part of protecting yourself from chemical exposure. Be sure to report damaged or missing labels. A label is your first line of defense. If labels are unreadable or missing, please treat the container as unknown and report it immediately. Don't try to guess what's inside. Hazard Communication is more than paperwork, posters, and labels—it's about making sure everyone in the facility understands the risks around them and knows how to act safely. It requires clear communication, consistent training, and a shared responsibility between leadership and staff. Building a safer workplace starts with knowledge. When everyone knows what substances are in use and how to interact with them safely, injuries and exposure incidents decrease. Make it a habit to check labels, read SDSs, and ask questions if something seems wrong. Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time - have a great week, and STAY SAFE! #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #HazardCommunication #ChemicalSafety#PPE #HazCom #SDS #LabelItRight
Presa din Albania acuză Partidul Popular European că sprijină fără să verifice afirmațiile partidului de la putere care vorbește de încercări de corupere a alegătorilor. PPE a adoptat o rezoluție în sprijinul Partidul Democrat din Albania. De arestat pentru acuzații privind coruperea alegătorilor, a fost arestat până acum un reprezentant al... opoziției. PPE și Albania: Când reprezentarea opoziției devine dezinformare internațională. Iată un titlu din gazetatema.net. Publicația scrie că Partidul Popular European (PPE), unul dintre cele mai mari blocuri politice ale continentului, a adoptat o rezoluție propusă de Partidul Democrat din Albania.„Sub pretextul îngrijorărilor legate de „integritatea electorală”, PPE se aliniază unilateral unui discurs care vizează politica națională, fără a analiza cu adevărat contextul instituțional și juridic al țării.”„Rezoluția subliniază faptul că alegerile din Albania sunt compromise de cumpărarea de voturi, deturnarea de fonduri publice și presiunea asupra alegătorilor. Deși aceste preocupări se află în centrul dezbaterii publice în timpul fiecărui proces electoral din țară, ceea ce este frapant la această rezoluție este limbajul său categoric și prezentarea unor afirmații considerate fapte irefutabile, când în majoritatea cazurilor acestea sunt simple acuzații fără o hotărâre judecătorească sau dovezi verificate. În mod ironic, persoana arestată în ultimele zile pentru cumpărare de voturi a fost un reprezentant al opoziției din Lushnje. Între timp, Procuratura Generală și SPAK, Structura Specială împotriva Corupției și Crimei Organizate, au semnat deja un protocol special pentru alegerile din 2025, menit să asigure pedepsirea oricăror încălcări electorale. Aceasta demonstrează că, contrar afirmațiilor din rezoluție, sistemul reacționează instituțional,” punctează jurnaliștii albanezi.Libertatea presei încă amenințată în MuntenegruLibertatea presei este încă amenințată de presiuni politice, atacuri neclarificate asupra jurnaliștilor și presiuni economice, conchide raportul Reporteri fără Frontiere, citat de rtcg.me. „Țara noastră a urcat trei locuri în ceea ce privește libertatea presei și ocupă acum locul 37 din 180 de țări din lume.”Printre țările din regiune, cele mai bine clasate sunt Slovenia (locul 33), Macedonia de Nord (pe 42), Croația (pe 60), apoi Albania (80), Bosnia și Herțegovina (86) și Serbia (96).„În ciuda unui număr mic de cetățeni (620.000), Muntenegru are zeci de instituții media înregistrate, inclusiv mai multe ziare, canale naționale și private, precum și o agenție jurnalistică. Trei dintre cele cinci rețele de televiziune cu acoperire națională sunt parțial sau complet deținute de străini, în principal de companii din Serbia vecină”, subliniază documentul.În Muntenegru, subliniază aceștia, libertatea de exprimare este garantată, iar defăimarea este dezincriminată. În ciuda unor modificări legislative, există încă lacune în cadrul legal în ceea ce privește accesul liber la informațiile de importanță publică și protejarea confidențialității surselor.Șefa parlamentului sârb îl atacă pe rectorul universității din BelgradPreședinta Parlamentului Sârbiei, Ana Brnabić, a declarat că rectorul Universității din Belgrad, Vladan Đokić, și decanii săi ar putea intra în istorie ca „responsabili pentru distrugerea universităților sârbe dacă nu se găsește o soluție la situația actuală din învățământul superior prin discuții cu prim-ministrul Đuro Macut.”Oficiala din Serbia se referă la protestele studențești izbucnite după ce în noiembrie anul trecut, acoperitul gării din Novi Sad s-a prăbușit, ucigând 16 persoane. Protestele s-au extins la întreaga societate și riscă să răstoarne guvernul.Ana Brnabić îl critică pe rectorul Đokić penrru că anulat odată o întâlnire cu președintele Aleksandar Vučić și a amânat, de asemenea, o întâlnire programată anterior cu prim-ministrul.„Cum este posibil ca un rector al unei universități publice să aibă mai mult respect pentru statele străine și entitățile externe decât pentru propria țară și președintele acesteia, ales cu 2,3 milioane de voturi, și să refuze să se întâlnească cu acesta, în timp ce acceptă să se întâlnească cu un ambasador?” a spus Brnabić. Au participat la Revista Presei Europa Plus:Milo POPOVIC, MuntenegruAndjela RADULOVIC, SerbiaSofija JOVANOVIĆ, SerbiaLavdije XHELILI, Albania
Jake is back solo on today's pod after the long weekend as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo with you! He discusses the restructure of Jerome Ford's 2025 contract with the PPE issue, officially signing Diontae Johnson, and Devin Bush's arrest over the weekend and what it could mean to his roster spot this season.Jake closes with the start of our rookie projections for 2025 and that means Mason Graham is first. Discussion on historical elite rookie DT performances, how he fits schematically in the Browns defense, and what projection makes sense for his rookie year.Click the link to join and support us by subscribing at BrownsFilmBreakdown.com.
Do you have an idea for a podcast episode?In this episode of Talking Pools, the hosts discuss various topics related to the pool service industry, including the current weather conditions, a spike in equipment sales, and the upcoming federal election in Australia. They delve into workplace injuries, sharing personal stories and emphasizing the importance of safety protocols and PPE. The conversation also touches on the physical demands of the job, employer responsibilities, and the need for risk assessments. The hosts encourage listener engagement by inviting them to share their experiences and insights.takeawaysA spike in equipment sales indicates a busy season ahead.Workplace injuries can often be avoided with proper safety protocols.No jumping fences or climbing fences is a crucial safety policy.Educating staff on safety measures is essential for a safe work environment.Physical demands of the job require attention to health and safety.Employers must provide necessary PPE gear to their staff.Risk assessments should be conducted regularly to ensure safety.Animal encounters can pose risks that need to be managed.Setting a good example for staff is vital in promoting safety.Engaging with listeners can help share valuable insights and experiences.Sound Bites"We've seen a big spike in equipment sales.""Let's talk injuries.""No jumping fences, no climbing fences.""You need to be able to deal with it.""You need to educate your staff.""Practice what you preach.""The job is quite taxing on the body."Chapters00:00Welcome and Weather Check03:03Equipment Sales and Political Climate06:04Workplace Injuries and Safety Protocols09:01Personal Injury Stories and Lessons Learned12:03Workplace Safety Regulations and Compliance15:06Animal Encounters and Risk Assessments18:05Physical Demands of the Job20:58Employer Responsibilities and Staff Safety24:10Conclusion and Call for Listener Engagement BufferZoneBufferZone has been created by a frustrated pool maintenance companyDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
A pre-purchase examination (PPE) is big part of investing in a new eventing partner, but there are so many options and add-ons that can be done in a PPE that the process can feel a bit daunting. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sat down with equine veterinarian and USEA Board of Governors member Dr. Angie Yates, DVM, to discuss all things related to the PPE, different perspectives to keep in mind, and more in this week's episode of the USEA Podcast. This episode is a great one if you anticipate you will be on the market for a new horse soon!
This episode is brought to you in partnership with Revolut.In this episode, James Gibson, Partner & General Manager in charge of Revolut Business, walks us through his journey from studying PPE at Oxford to consulting at Oliver Wyman and ultimately diving into the fast-paced world of FinTech.He shares how joining Revolut in 2017 was less a calculated move and more a response to the energy and ambition of the company. Over the years, he evolved through multiple roles from strategy to product to leadership, learning to adapt, let go of linear paths, and lead through clarity and curiosity.James also unpacks how Revolut Business is redefining business banking at scale, balancing automation with personalisation and navigating product strategy in a high-growth, global environment.Throughout, one theme stays central: building real impact by empowering businesses with smart, intuitive tools - and doing it with intentionality.If you're a business owner or just getting started, Revolut is offering you EUR 20 free when you open a Revolut Business account - exclusively through Finscale. More details : here.Finscale is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@finscale.Produit par Gokyo Sàrl-S, distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez la Politique de Confidentialité de Finscale et Audiomeans pour plus d'informations.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. She is a visionary entrepreneur, business leader, and supply chain specialist with a strong focus on procurement and logistics. As the CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), she leads a company dedicated to streamlining the sourcing and distribution of essential goods for businesses and government entities. With a passion for supplier diversity and economic empowerment, Jennifer has built ISP into a trusted provider in the industry, ensuring efficiency and reliability in supply chain solutions. Her expertise and leadership have positioned her as a key figure in business development and strategic partnerships across multiple industries. Company Description *International Supply Partners (ISP) is a premier provider of essential products and procurement solutions, specializing in safety, PPE, industrial, janitorial, and construction supplies. Founded by CEO Jennifer Barbosa, ISP is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective sourcing solutions tailored to businesses, government agencies, and large-scale enterprises. At ISP, we streamline supply chain operations by leveraging our extensive network of trusted manufacturers and distributors, ensuring clients receive the best products at competitive prices. Our commitment to efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the industry, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while we handle the complexities of procurement. With a strong emphasis on supplier diversity and innovation, ISP partners with corporations and institutions looking to meet their procurement goals while supporting minority-owned businesses. We are proud to be a certified minority-owned business, committed to fostering economic growth and sustainability in the communities we serve. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. She is a visionary entrepreneur, business leader, and supply chain specialist with a strong focus on procurement and logistics. As the CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), she leads a company dedicated to streamlining the sourcing and distribution of essential goods for businesses and government entities. With a passion for supplier diversity and economic empowerment, Jennifer has built ISP into a trusted provider in the industry, ensuring efficiency and reliability in supply chain solutions. Her expertise and leadership have positioned her as a key figure in business development and strategic partnerships across multiple industries. Company Description *International Supply Partners (ISP) is a premier provider of essential products and procurement solutions, specializing in safety, PPE, industrial, janitorial, and construction supplies. Founded by CEO Jennifer Barbosa, ISP is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective sourcing solutions tailored to businesses, government agencies, and large-scale enterprises. At ISP, we streamline supply chain operations by leveraging our extensive network of trusted manufacturers and distributors, ensuring clients receive the best products at competitive prices. Our commitment to efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the industry, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while we handle the complexities of procurement. With a strong emphasis on supplier diversity and innovation, ISP partners with corporations and institutions looking to meet their procurement goals while supporting minority-owned businesses. We are proud to be a certified minority-owned business, committed to fostering economic growth and sustainability in the communities we serve. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today's episode, I interview a guest who shares the inspiring journey of their company during the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about how their business, initially focused on selling personal protective equipment (PPE), experienced exponential growth as the demand for PPE skyrocketed. Highlighting the challenges they faced in meeting the increased demand, including navigating supply chain disruptions and managing cash flow. Our guest also emphasizes the importance of adaptability and creativity in overcoming these challenges. As the conversation unfolds, it was revealed how their company transitioned from solely supplying PPE to becoming a sourcing company. They explain that after their customers, including prisons and healthcare facilities, recognized their expertise in procuring PPE, they began approaching the company with additional requests for various supplies. Listen now to learn more
In this week's episode, Beau Wigington chats with Miguel Millan, aka Datboimiggz, a tank welder, about essential advice for stepping onto welding jobsites, key insights into tank welding, common pitfalls to avoid to keep your job, and how networking can lead to new opportunities. Key Takeaways:Getting Started in Welding: Miguel's journey from roofing with his father to discovering welding and transitioning into tank welding.Jobsite Essentials: The importance of awareness, trust, active listening, and managing complacency to stay safe and valuable on a jobsite.PPE Requirements: Critical PPE items you must have and why safety compliance is essential for your long-term health and employment.Jobsite Conduct: How improper cell phone use, failing to follow site rules, and lack of awareness can quickly end your career.Finding Welding Jobs: Practical tips for finding new jobs, networking effectively, and presenting yourself professionally to employers.Tank Welding Insights: Unique challenges, required skillsets, typical schedules, and practical welding test expectations for tank welders.Increasing Your Jobsite Value: Miguel's tips on how to stand out positively, help your crew, and adapt to your foreman's preferences to become invaluable on the job.Entrepreneurship in PPE: Miguel shares his journey of launching his PPE brand, handling challenges with logistics, and his personal inspiration behind the designs and color schemes.Miguel Millan's Advice for Welders:Always be ready to adapt; flexibility is crucial.Be proactive and helpful to keep the job moving forward.Make safety and proper PPE use a top priority for long-term career sustainability.Miguel Millan's Contact Information:Instagram: @datboimiggz https://www.instagram.com/datboimiggzTikTok: @datboimiggz https://www.tiktok.com/@datboimiggzWebsite for PPE Gear: https://datboimiggz.com/Related Courses From The American Welding ProgramBasic Shielded Metal Arc Welding - https://foxly.link/xelOebBasic Wire Process Welding - https://foxly.link/XXJUk1Connect with Beau Wigington:Instagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding/Email: beauw@weld.com WELD App: @beaudiditDownload the WELD App:https://foxly.link/b7xDzp
Sol Gallego reflexiona sobre el congreso del PPE
Everett Millman, precious metals specialist at Gainesville Coins, says that while gold took a big stumble last week, he doesn't believe the strong rally to start the year is over. Further, with gold trading near record highs but oil trading in the range of $70 a barrel, he believes investors will find greater opportunity in gold-mining stocks than in physical gold itself. Coupled with demand behind heightened heightened because gold is historically an asset for uncertain times, and Millman said that while he thinks there may be more volatility moving forward, gold will continue to trend higher. David Trainer, founder/president at New Constructs. puts PPE maker Lakeland Industries in the Danger Zone, noting that these times are much different from when the stock was flying high during the pandemic. Ryan Butler, senior editor at Covers.com, talks about the early impact that tariffs have had on the gaming industry and what he's watching for as trade policies play out, plus Chuck looks at the first 100 days of Trump Administration 2.0 and discusses how the numbers have played out on everything from inflation and consumer prices to the personal savings rate, home and auto sales, mortgage and car loans and more.
In this JCO Article Insights episode, host Jospeh Mathew summaries Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma: Long-Term Outcomes of Adjuvant Therapy in the ESPAC4 Phase III Trial, by Palmer, et al published December 5, 2024. Transcript Joseph Matthew: Hello and welcome to the Journal of Clinical Oncology Article Insights. I'm your host, Joseph Matthew, and today we will be discussing the article "Long-Term Survival in Resected Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma with Adjuvant Gemcitabine plus Capecitabine Compared to Modified FOLFIRINOX from the ESPAC-4 and the PRODIGE 24 Trials" by Dr. Palmer et al. To summarize the relevant evidence, the ESPAC-4 was a European phase 3 multicenter randomized clinical trial published in 2017 comparing adjuvant gemcitabine and capecitabine (GemCap) with gemcitabine monotherapy following macroscopic margin-negative resections for operable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). The trial had included non-metastatic patients aged 18 years or older, World Health Organization (WHO) performance scores of 2 or less, creatinine clearance of at least 50 mL/min, and a life expectancy of over three months who had not received any prior anticancer treatment. Patients who had undergone R2 resections were selectively excluded. Eligible participants were randomized 1:1 within 12 weeks of pancreatectomy to one of the two treatment arms, with chemotherapy initiated within two weeks from the date of randomization. The regimens involved six cycles, each lasting four weeks, for an overall duration of 24 weeks. In the monotherapy arm, gemcitabine dosed at 1 g/m² was given as an intravenous infusion once a week for three weeks, followed by one week off. In the GemCap arm, capecitabine dosed at 1660 mg/m² was added to gemcitabine, given daily for three weeks, followed by one week off. Patients were followed up every three months, with the primary endpoint being overall survival (OS). The study showed that at a median follow-up of 43.2 months, GemCap was associated with a significantly longer OS than gemcitabine alone. Subsequently, in 2018, the Phase 3 randomized PRODIGE 24 trial was conducted in centers across France and Canada, comparing adjuvant modified FOLFIRINOX (mFOLFIRINOX) with gemcitabine in a similar subset of patients with resected PDAC and reported longer OS with the mFOLFIRINOX regimen. This study, however, had more restrictive eligibility criteria when compared to ESPAC-4, including patients aged under 80 years, WHO performance status of 0 or 1, with no significant cardiovascular disease, and a postoperative serum CA 19-9 of less than 180 U/mL. There was hence a subset of ESPAC-4 patients who did not meet the eligibility criteria for mFOLFIRINOX as set by the PRODIGE 24. The present study was conducted to estimate the overall 5-year survival rates for patients of ESPAC-4 receiving GemCap and gemcitabine, further stratifying survival in either arm according to the status of the surgical margins (R status) and the resected nodes (N status), and also to investigate whether GemCap retained a survival benefit over gemcitabine in PRODIGE 24-ineligible patients. A total of 732 patients, evenly distributed between both arms, were followed up for a median period of 104 months. Adjuvant GemCap was found to retain its survival advantage over gemcitabine, with a significantly longer median OS of 31.6 months when compared to 28.4 months with gemcitabine alone. Further subgroup analysis was performed with reference to the resection margins and the nodal status. As a reminder, in the ESPAC-4 trial, 60% of patients were found to have microscopically positive margins (an R1 resection), and 80% were node-positive. The difference in survival was greater in patients undergoing microscopic margin-negative resections (R0) who experienced a median OS of 49.9 months with GemCap when compared to 32.2 months with gemcitabine. Node-negative patients also had a significantly greater 5-year OS rate with GemCap of 59% versus 53% with gemcitabine monotherapy. However, it is important to note that no significant difference in survival outcomes was observed in margin-positive (R1) or node-positive patients in the two arms. The investigators also evaluated GemCap in the subgroup of 193 patients (comprising 26.4% of the ESPAC-4 cohort) who were not considered to have met the eligibility criteria for PRODIGE 24. The survival benefit of combination therapy was retained in this group, with patients receiving GemCap experiencing a median survival of 25.9 months compared to 20.7 months with adjuvant gemcitabine. Although cross-trial comparisons have limited validity, good agreement was noted in adverse grade 3 or greater toxicity associated with the control gemcitabine arms of ESPAC-4 and PRODIGE 24, serving as the basis for a qualitative comparison of toxicities between mFOLFIRINOX and GemCap. Neutropenia was more prevalent in the GemCap arm, affecting 40.8% of patients compared to 28.4% with mFOLFIRINOX. However, granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) was administered to 62.2% of patients in PRODIGE 24. Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia (PPE) was also more prevalent with GemCap. Patients on mFOLFIRINOX were more likely to observe grade 3 or greater fatigue, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, sensory peripheral neuropathy, and paresthesias. The investigators concluded that GemCap was the standard adjuvant treatment for patients with PDAC undergoing an upfront resection who were not feasible for mFOLFIRINOX. Further exploratory analysis revealed that patients under the age of 70 who had undergone a microscopic margin-negative (R0) resection for node-negative PDAC were likely to derive an OS benefit from the addition of capecitabine to gemcitabine in the adjuvant setting. In contrast, mFOLFIRINOX would be more effective than gemcitabine in patients with positive margins (R1) or involved nodes, as per the PRODIGE 24 trial. Thank you for listening to JCO Article Insights. Please come back for more interviews and article summaries, and be sure to leave us a rating and review so others can find our show. For more podcasts and episodes from ASCO, please visit ASCO.org/podcasts. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. 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This podcast segment explores how AI is reshaping mortgage lending and why future-proofing your tech stack is more urgent than ever.-----------------------------------------------------Allen Pollack, Tech ConsultantAllen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development.In today's financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automating processes that drive efficiencies and margins into profits.Over the course of his career, Allen has co-created and developed technology business models that have birthed highly successful, innovative solutions and companies.Allen co-founded and served as CTO of New York Loan Exchange (NYLX), a loan product eligibility and pricing engine (PPE) that made an immediate impact on the industry, scaling the company quickly and forming partnerships with multiple mortgage and financial lending companies. In 2012, Allen was a co-founder of a merger between NYLX and Aklero Risk Analytics that created LoanLogics, A Mortgage Loan Quality and Performance Analytics company. Allen served as CTO where he continued to bring new and innovative product solutions to the market that made a significant impact to mortgage lenders that reduced risk, scaled business channels, and grew profits in a very competitive and highly regulated market.Allen is also is mortgage and finance technology contributor on a weekly live industry podcast, Lykken on Lending, and is launching a new podcast soon to be released, TechStack Radio, dedicated to technology and innovation in Financial Services.
Dive into Episode #143 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and returning guest Amy Roosa, the founder of “the Safety Rack,” a non-profit that advocates for equity in PPE for women. The Safety Rack has just recently launched as a nonprofit, and one of its first efforts is the release of the Equity Report. This document documents the challenges that women across the globe have in acquiring PPE that fits. There are some interesting trends when comparing workplace injury rates to workforce representation. Those who identify as male make up about 53% of the workforce, but they account for a significantly higher proportion of fatal occupational injuries, approximately 92% each year. However, the gap narrows regarding nonfatal injuries and illnesses involving days away from work (DAFW). In 2021-2022, those identifying as female experienced 46% of the DAFW cases. This indicates that while men are more likely to suffer fatal injuries, women are more likely to experience nonfatal injuries that require time off work. In the case of psychological injuries, such as mental health issues, there are distinct patterns between men and women. Women are more likely to experience common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. Women are also more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety disorders and to experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than men. On the other hand, men are more likely to die by suicide, with three times as many men as women dying by suicide. Men also report lower levels of life satisfaction and are less likely to access psychological therapies compared to women. An argument could be made that when an organization has an equitable approach to health and safety, both women and men benefit.
Drs. Mollie Grow (Pediatrics) and Stefan Wheat (Emergency Medicine) discuss how faculty can get involved in improving climate health. Climate change is the single greatest public health threat of the 21st century and US Healthcare accounts for 8.5% of total US greenhouse gas emissions. The UW School of Medicine offers collaborative opportunities from medical student-led curriculum changes to an annual multi-disciplinary symposium. In every day practice, we can replace single-use PPE with reusable PPE, reduce single-use plastic at events involving food, and reduce use of anesthetic gasses in clinical spaces. Planetary health is human health, and we can all make changes and get involved to reduce our impact.Below is a list of resources to join in this work.Links to get involved:UW Sustainability Action PlanUW Center for Health and the Global EnvironmentFunded Climate and Health Research opportunity for WWAMI researchersGreen SeattleJournal of Graduate Medical Education's Climate Change and GME supplementClimate SolutionsWashington Physicians for Social ResponsibilityClimate Change and Health BootcampClimate RxEmail Stefan at wheati2@uw.edu and Mollie at HMollie.Grow@seattlechildrens.org for additional opportunities and information.Read the episode transcript here.Music by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/)
In this episode of The China Desk Podcast, host Steve Yates welcomes Susan Crabtree, national political correspondent for RealClearPolitics and co-author of Fool's Gold: The Radicals, Cronies, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us All. Susan shares her personal journey from a military family upbringing to a career in investigative journalism, highlighting her reporting on religious persecution in China, the human rights abuses of the CCP, and California's evolving political landscape under Governor Gavin Newsom. Together, they explore California's deepening ties to China through economic, political, and ideological avenues — from controversial PPE deals during COVID to foreign land ownership and Chinese influence in state institutions. Susan also reveals what inspired her to write Fool's Gold and why the California model could be a cautionary tale for the rest of America. Don't miss this insightful conversation on China's influence in U.S. politics, California's unique trajectory, and what it all means for national security and freedom.
This podcast segment uses fast food metaphors and real-world lending shifts to underscore the urgent need for modern mortgage technology, AI adoption, and visionary CTOs who drive growth, not just code.-----------------------------------------------------Allen Pollack, Tech ConsultantAllen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development.In today's financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automating processes that drive efficiencies and margins into profits.Over the course of his career, Allen has co-created and developed technology business models that have birthed highly successful, innovative solutions and companies.Allen co-founded and served as CTO of New York Loan Exchange (NYLX), a loan product eligibility and pricing engine (PPE) that made an immediate impact on the industry, scaling the company quickly and forming partnerships with multiple mortgage and financial lending companies. In 2012, Allen was a co-founder of a merger between NYLX and Aklero Risk Analytics that created LoanLogics, A Mortgage Loan Quality and Performance Analytics company. Allen served as CTO where he continued to bring new and innovative product solutions to the market that made a significant impact to mortgage lenders that reduced risk, scaled business channels, and grew profits in a very competitive and highly regulated market.Allen is also is mortgage and finance technology contributor on a weekly live industry podcast, Lykken on Lending, and is launching a new podcast soon to be released, TechStack Radio, dedicated to technology and innovation in Financial Services.
In this episode, Nick Brown, Senior Director of Ansell Services, explores why safety assessments are a foundational part of proactive hazard identification and facility safety. Every worksite presents its own risks, and Nick shares how a tailored, systematic approach to safety assessments helps EHS professionals identify hazards, ensure compliance with OSHA and industry standards, and take meaningful action. The discussion also highlights best practices for walkthroughs, common pitfalls to avoid, and how digital tools are helping organizations make smarter safety and PPE decisions. Sponsored by Ansell Sponsored By Ansell—because safety starts with identifying and understanding workplace risks. Thanks to Ansell for this discussion on the importance of safety walkthroughs and Ansell's complimentary service, AnsellGuardian® which helps businesses proactively assesses hazards, ensure compliance, and implement targeted safety solutions. Learn more at https://www.ansell.com/us/en/ansellguardian.
Bis repetita. Deux ans et demi après le Qatargate, un nouveau scandale ébranle le Parlement européen. Le géant chinois des telecoms Huawei est soupçonné d'avoir soudoyé des parlementaires pour influencer les décisions de l'Union européenne sur la 5G. À l'époque du Qatargate, l'institution européenne avait pourtant annoncé une série de mesures pour garantir son intégrité et plus de transparence. Mais leur mise en application se heurte à la nouvelle majorité politique en place depuis les élections de juin dernier. De notre correspondante à Strasbourg,En décembre 2022, au moment du scandale du Qatargate, tout le Parlement européen ne parlait plus que de cela et s'en indignait. Mais l'affaire Huawei n'a pas le même retentissement, comme le déplore Daniel Freund, eurodéputé vert allemand : « Il y a des employés qui ont été arrêtés, 23 appartements et bureaux qui ont été perquisitionnés par la justice belge. C'est devenu tellement banal, tellement ordinaire. Pour moi, le lobbying fait partie de la démocratie. En tant que politique, on a besoin de recommandations aussi, des positions des ONG environnementales, des entreprises. Mais il y a une zone grise. On a le droit d'accepter des cadeaux, on peut se faire inviter ».Une zone grise que connaît bien le principal mise en cause dans l'affaire Huawei, Valerio Ottati. Avant de devenir lobbyiste pour le géant chinois, il avait travaillé comme assistant parlementaire auprès d'eurodéputés italiens. Pour éviter les dérives, des mesures fortes avaient pourtant été annoncées dans la foulée des révélations du Qatargate, ce que nous rappelle la médiatrice du Parlement européen Teresa Anjinho. « Par exemple, l'obligation pour les anciens députés d'attendre six mois avant d'aller travailler dans le privé pour éviter qu'ils utilisent leurs liens avec le Parlement. On a aussi acté la création d'un comité d'éthique interinstitutionnel. L'idée étant d'avoir les mêmes règles dans toutes les institutions européennes et de créer une culture commune en matière de transparence et d'intégrité », énumère-t-elle.La création de ce comité d'éthique interinstitutionnel a été actée il y a un an, à l'issue d'un vote du Parlement, mais depuis, plus rien. La faute aux conservateurs du Parti populaire européen (PPE), selon Daniel Freund qui est à l'initiative de ce comité. « Les conservateurs ici au Parlement – le PPE – bloquent tout. C'est le vice-président PPE qui ne convoque pas la première réunion, la même semaine où des employés du groupe PPE se font arrêter par la police pour accusation de corruption, ils essaient de démanteler toute l'architecture anti-corruption du Parlement européen. Franchement, cela me choque », dénonce-t-il.Interrogé sur les raisons de ce blocage, l'eurodéputé allemand conservateur du PPE, Sven Simon, par ailleurs vice-président de la commission des affaires constitutionnelles du Parlement européen, évoque des raisons politiques. « Entre-temps, il y a une élection. Si la nouvelle majorité n'est pas en faveur de ce comité, elle peut faire voter sa suppression. Par ailleurs, nous craignons que ce comité ne respecte pas la séparation des pouvoirs et qu'il soit instrumentalisé pour écarter l'opposition politique », argumente-t-il. Pour la médiatrice du Parlement, c'est un mauvais signal envoyé aux citoyens européens qui sont de plus en plus défiants envers les institutions, de l'Union européenne notamment.À lire aussiLa société Huawei soupçonnée par la justice belge de corruption au Parlement européen
This podcast segment covers Rocket Mortgage expands through its acquisitions of Redfin and Mr. Cooper, it's building an end-to-end, AI-powered mortgage ecosystem that could challenge ICE's dominance by shifting away from traditional platforms like Encompass and Black Knight.-----------------------------------------------------Allen Pollack, Tech ConsultantAllen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development.In today's financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automating processes that drive efficiencies and margins into profits.Over the course of his career, Allen has co-created and developed technology business models that have birthed highly successful, innovative solutions and companies.Allen co-founded and served as CTO of New York Loan Exchange (NYLX), a loan product eligibility and pricing engine (PPE) that made an immediate impact on the industry, scaling the company quickly and forming partnerships with multiple mortgage and financial lending companies. In 2012, Allen was a co-founder of a merger between NYLX and Aklero Risk Analytics that created LoanLogics, A Mortgage Loan Quality and Performance Analytics company. Allen served as CTO where he continued to bring new and innovative product solutions to the market that made a significant impact to mortgage lenders that reduced risk, scaled business channels, and grew profits in a very competitive and highly regulated market.Allen is also is mortgage and finance technology contributor on a weekly live industry podcast, Lykken on Lending, and is launching a new podcast soon to be released, TechStack Radio, dedicated to technology and innovation in Financial Services.
This is CrossPoliticNews’ Weekly Roundup sponsored by Christian Business Leaders Network. If you want to find out more about this network and its efforts to connect Christian business leaders so that they can more effectively help their businesses and shape culture, visit businessmakers.network. Again, that’s businessmakers.network. You’re going to hear a lot about money in today’s episode. You’ll hear about Missouri demanding money from China in the courtroom and then also about generous donors who give lots of money to try to get rid of guns. First, though, the money that China owes. As our reporter Wes Walker wrote, the state of Missouri had filed a lawsuit against China back in twenty-twenty two for starting the Covid-19 virus, although then Missouri later changed its intent to prosecute China for "withholding PPE materials." (https://www.crosspoliticnews.com/news/missouri-wins-lawsuit-against-china-with-24b-ruling) The judge in this court, Stephen Limbaugh, just ruled in favor of Missouri in the past couple of weeks, so now Missouri demands 24 billion dollars from China in the form of assets, such as farmland, for damages done during Covid. China, however, had wanted to avoid all charges, stating that America didn’t hold the legal authority to prosecute them internationally, but Missouri doesn’t want China to get away like this. So now, according to the ruling, China owes 24 billion dollars to Missouri, whose own farmland and assets do not even add up to this amount of money. Still, though, the issue isn’t completely settled yet because China will probably refuse to pay by arguing that Missouri has no authority to prosecute them like this. The Attorney General for Missouri, Andrew Baily, wants more support for their ruling, asking both President Trump and the country to help them in this effort. However, as reporter Wes Walker noted, this ruling combined with the threatened Tariffs on China by the U.S. will also increase the tension between both of them. Meanwhile, about the topic of guns, our journalist Justin Chartray reported that liberals have been able to advance anti-gun regulations in Washington State through emotional stories and outside financial support. So long as liberals get money to keep going, they won’t stop. However, while money is the logs that keep the fire burning, it is these tragic stories of recent mass gun shootings that act like the match that sets it all off. Yes, these shootings were horrible, but the liberals have used them as emotional manipulation so that they can lead people to blame guns as the problems in society instead of the criminals using those guns. Now, maybe it seems like all of these groups have a noble motive: that is, to save lives. However, when our reporter Justin Chartray interviewed Jeremy Ball, who owns Sharp Shooters Gun Store and Indoor Range in Washington State, Ball said that while people quickly establish these anti-gun laws to protect people, they don’t actually check afterwards to see if these laws actually work. If human safety really is the priority, and it is for many, why aren’t more people looking at the results of the various laws and regulations in Washington state? As Jeremy Ball wondered, it seems like the legislature’s goal is a moving target. And while he doesn’t believe that these activists will ultimately take away all guns, it seems clear that they aren’t done advancing gun regulations yet, either in Washington or other states. We can see this because there is still more money being donated to support these anti-gun rights groups. These groups aren’t going away yet, and they will continue to manipulate people’s emotions in order to advance their ideology and raise money. However, Ball does show us hope because in his personal experience, he has shown multiple supporters of these anti-gun groups the faulty thinking behind this type of emotional entanglement, and they have been persuaded. To discover more news, check out some of our other articles, such as "SCOTUS Case Exposes State of Christianity" by our journalist David Fowler, where he talks about free speech and Christian counseling, or even "The Mainstream Narrative is Not Real: Investigating the Case of Tiffany Gomas" by our reporter Luke Edison, where he talks about a weird airplane incident that still remains a mystery. Here at CrossPoliticNews, we want to faithfully deliver you unbiased news from a Christian worldview. For more content, you can find us on YouTube at CrossPolitic News, follow us on X at cpnewsusa or cpnewsaus in Australia, or head to our email list and find us at CrossPoliticNews.com.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. She is a visionary entrepreneur, business leader, and supply chain specialist with a strong focus on procurement and logistics. As the CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), she leads a company dedicated to streamlining the sourcing and distribution of essential goods for businesses and government entities. With a passion for supplier diversity and economic empowerment, Jennifer has built ISP into a trusted provider in the industry, ensuring efficiency and reliability in supply chain solutions. Her expertise and leadership have positioned her as a key figure in business development and strategic partnerships across multiple industries. Company Description *International Supply Partners (ISP) is a premier provider of essential products and procurement solutions, specializing in safety, PPE, industrial, janitorial, and construction supplies. Founded by CEO Jennifer Barbosa, ISP is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective sourcing solutions tailored to businesses, government agencies, and large-scale enterprises. At ISP, we streamline supply chain operations by leveraging our extensive network of trusted manufacturers and distributors, ensuring that clients receive the best products at competitive prices. Our commitment to efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the industry, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while we handle the complexities of procurement. With a strong emphasis on supplier diversity and innovation, ISP partners with corporations and institutions looking to meet their procurement goals while supporting minority-owned businesses. We are proud to be a certified minority-owned business, committed to fostering economic growth and sustainability in the communities we serve. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa. She is a visionary entrepreneur, business leader, and supply chain specialist with a strong focus on procurement and logistics. As the CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), she leads a company dedicated to streamlining the sourcing and distribution of essential goods for businesses and government entities. With a passion for supplier diversity and economic empowerment, Jennifer has built ISP into a trusted provider in the industry, ensuring efficiency and reliability in supply chain solutions. Her expertise and leadership have positioned her as a key figure in business development and strategic partnerships across multiple industries. Company Description *International Supply Partners (ISP) is a premier provider of essential products and procurement solutions, specializing in safety, PPE, industrial, janitorial, and construction supplies. Founded by CEO Jennifer Barbosa, ISP is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective sourcing solutions tailored to businesses, government agencies, and large-scale enterprises. At ISP, we streamline supply chain operations by leveraging our extensive network of trusted manufacturers and distributors, ensuring that clients receive the best products at competitive prices. Our commitment to efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the industry, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while we handle the complexities of procurement. With a strong emphasis on supplier diversity and innovation, ISP partners with corporations and institutions looking to meet their procurement goals while supporting minority-owned businesses. We are proud to be a certified minority-owned business, committed to fostering economic growth and sustainability in the communities we serve. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.