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Steve Heller is arguably the world's best-known design educator, with over 200 books on graphic design, illustration, and political art. I interviewed him for my 2025 book Learning to See. His books include Design Literacy: Understanding Graphic Design; Teaching Graphic Design; and The Education of an Illustrator (with Marshall Arisman). He's spent most of his career at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where he's now the Special Assistant to the President and the Co-Founder and Co-Chair Emeritus of the MFA Design Department. He's won numerous awards including Cooper-Hewitt's National Design Mind Award; Smithsonian Design Museum; National Endowment for the Arts; AIGA Medal for Lifetime Achievement; and many others. For 33 years, he was an art director at the New York Times and the New York Times Book Review. In this interview, he gives amazing insights about how to teach graphic design and illustration. For more information:  Steve Heller's web site Book: Teaching Graphic Design Book: The Education of an Illustrator Sawyer's book Learning to See Music by license from SoundStripe: "Uptown Lovers Instrumental" by AFTERNOONZ "Miss Missy" by AFTERNOONZ "What's the Big Deal" by Ryan Saranich Copyright (c) 2025 Keith Sawyer

Send us a textDr. Samir Khleif, MD is CEO of Georgiamune ( https://www.georgiamune.com/team ), a private, science and discovery clinical stage immunotherapeutic biotechnology company focused on reprogramming immune signaling pathways to redirect the immune system to fight diseases.  Dr. Khleif is a pioneer in the field of immunotherapy. He is a medical oncologist, immunologist, innovator, and entrepreneur, as well as a transformational executive in health care and biomedical research.Prior to becoming CEO of Georgiamune, Dr. Khleif served in different academic and leadership positions. He was a National Cancer Institute (NCI)/National Institutes of Health (NIH) scientist and Chief of the NCI Cancer Vaccine Section, where he led the development of pioneering immune-oncology and cancer vaccines into clinical trials. As a national and international academic leader, and detailed by the US government, he served as the founding director and CEO of the King Hussein Cancer Center ( https://www.khcc.jo/en ) in Amman, Jordan, where he led the development of the largest cancer center in the MENA region. He also served as the director of the Georgia Cancer Center, the state cancer center, at Augusta University. He is currently a biomedical scholar and holds a professorship at Georgetown University Medical School.Dr. Khleif also served as a Special Assistant to the Commissioner of the FDA, leading the FDA's Critical Path Initiative for Oncology. He is a member of the board of directors of Ayala Pharmaceuticals and Emerald Biopharmaceutics, and served as a member of the scientific advisory board of more than 20 biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.Dr. Khleif is an international KOL in immunology and immunotherapy. He has served on many national committees, including the Scientific Advisory Board of the Biden Cancer Initiative, as chair of the Immunotherapy Committee for NRG, and as a member of the NCI Cooperative Group. He currently serves as an advisor for the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy. Dr. Khleif is an editor of three books, the author of hundreds of peer-reviewed scientific research articles, and a prolific inventor with more than 150 patents issued or pending in the field of immunology and immunotherapy.Dr. Khleif received his medical degree at the University of Jordan, Amman Jordan. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the Medical College of Ohio and his fellowship in Medical Oncology at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Bethesda, Maryland.#SamirKhleif #Georgiamune #Immunotherapy #KingHusseinCancerCenter #CriticalPathInitiative #FDA #Tregs #RegulatoryTCells #Cancer #Oncology #CheckpointInhibitors #ImmuneEscapeMechanisms #DualFunctioningAntibody #Autoimmune #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #Podcast #Podcaster #Podcasting #ViralPodcast #STEM #Innovation #Science #Technology #ResearchSupport the show

Alex, Donny and JR sit down with future GM of the Blues to talk his shift to management, development of prospects and his approach to the future of the BluesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah Chew is a Science Programs Manager at the Society for Women's Health Research, where she helps plan and execute a range of science programs, while supporting strategic planning and communications efforts across the organization. With a diverse background in public health, Chew has experience in non-profits, city government, and health insurance. She previously served as Special Assistant to the Assistant Commissioner in the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, where she provided strategic support and project management for bureau processes and staff. She has also worked as a Senior Manager at UnitedHealthcare Community & State and as Program Director for Girls on the Run of Northern Virginia. Before graduate school, Chew supported a portfolio of comparative effectiveness research projects at the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) in the Communication and Dissemination Research program. Chew holds a Master's in Public Health with a certificate in Health Promotion Research and Practice from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and a BA in Psychology and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Emory University. For more information about the Society for Women's Health Research, please visit: https://swhr.org/. If you enjoy this podcast, please click "subscribe" wherever you listen to episodes and we hope you'll consider leaving us a review. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UKAGHW, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ukaghw, or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/active-girls-healthy-women. Sign up for the Active Girls Healthy Women newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/h6e30b or learn more about our Program here: https://linktr.ee/ukaghw. If you want to help us sustain the Champions of Active Women podcast, please consider donating to the University of Kentucky Active Girls Healthy Women Program at https://give.uky.edu/campaigns/47165/donations/new?aft=87003cbf2438ea9d126a47dbe0395353  

Swimming with Mermaids and Seacows. White House Special Assistant Alina Bulazel joins the show. Manatee viewing recommendations. Steadman's Sports Corner Jeff Monosso on the Auto industry tariffs.

It is President Trump's 100th day in his second term and the White house is focusing on claimed victories on the border, tariffs and the economy. Republicans are praising the President's quick action on immigration, spending cuts, and regulatory rollbacks. The administration promised sweeping changes in the country, and claims to have delivered on dozens of promises made by President Trump on the campaign trail. FOX's Jared Halpern speaks with Harrison Fields, Special Assistant to the President and White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary, who says President Trump is doing all he can to deliver on the promises he made to get elected. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is President Trump's 100th day in his second term and the White house is focusing on claimed victories on the border, tariffs and the economy. Republicans are praising the President's quick action on immigration, spending cuts, and regulatory rollbacks. The administration promised sweeping changes in the country, and claims to have delivered on dozens of promises made by President Trump on the campaign trail. FOX's Jared Halpern speaks with Harrison Fields, Special Assistant to the President and White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary, who says President Trump is doing all he can to deliver on the promises he made to get elected. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is President Trump's 100th day in his second term and the White house is focusing on claimed victories on the border, tariffs and the economy. Republicans are praising the President's quick action on immigration, spending cuts, and regulatory rollbacks. The administration promised sweeping changes in the country, and claims to have delivered on dozens of promises made by President Trump on the campaign trail. FOX's Jared Halpern speaks with Harrison Fields, Special Assistant to the President and White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary, who says President Trump is doing all he can to deliver on the promises he made to get elected. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's the matter with Medicaid? Have Germany's manufacturing policies been successful? And are Greece and Argentina the new role models for fiscal responsibility? We look through those questions today with Brian Blase and Paul Winfree. Brian Blase, Ph.D., is the President of Paragon Health Institute. Brian was Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy at the White House's National Economic Council (NEC) from 2017-2019, where he coordinated the development and execution of numerous health policies and advised the President, NEC director, and senior officials. After leaving the White House, Brian founded Blase Policy Strategies and served as its CEO. Dr. Paul Winfree is the Founder, President, and CEO of the Economic Policy Innovation Center in Washington, D.C. He is also a Research Affiliate at the Queen's University Centre for Economic History (Queen's University Belfast), and an Advisor at the Centre for Economics, Policy and History (Trinity College Dublin and Queen's University Belfast). His research focuses on public finance, the political economy, and U.S. economic history.

Harrison Fields, Principal Deputy Press Secretary and Special Assistant to the President

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Rob Brown (4:49), former NHL forward and Edmonton Oilers analyst for CHED to give his take on Edmonton's Round 1 matchup against the L.A. Kings. The guys discuss the impact of Evander Kane and John Klingberg returning to the lineup, the Oilers' early struggles, what needs to change for them to stay alive and how much credit the Kings deserve through 2 games. Then, Marty Turco (30:27), former NHL goaltender and Special Assistant to the President of the Dallas Stars, shares his thoughts on the Stars' 2-1 series lead over the Colorado Avalanche, Jamie Benn's leadership, Jake Oettinger's presence in net, the significance of Gabriel Landeskog's return, and how Mikko Rantanen is adapting to his first playoff run with Dallas.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

On The Rita Cosby Show, Rita is back from her trip to the White House! She talks about seeing and talking with President Trump in the Oval Office and also plays her interviews with Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and also Special Assistant to the President Harrison Fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does “abundance” actually mean—and who is it really for? In this episode, Goldy and Paul welcome back economic policy expert Mike Konczal to unpack the big new idea dominating political discourse: abundance. They dive into the buzz around Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson's book “Abundance,” and Konczal's sharp critique of its deregulatory leanings, missed opportunities, and neoliberal undertones. From housing policy to green energy to the myth that deregulation alone can fix America's problems, this episode challenges the idea that more is always better, and asks what it would really take to build a future that's abundant for everyone—not just the rich. Mike Konczal is the Senior Director of Policy and Research at the Economic Security Project, where he oversees policy development, research, and strategic analysis to advance its ideas. Previously, he served as a Special Assistant to President Biden for Economic Policy and Chief Economist for the National Economic Council.  Social Media: @mtkonczal.bsky.social @mtkonczal Further reading:  Democracy Journal - The Abundance Doctrine Abundance By Ezra Klein & Derek Thompson  Why Nothing Works: Who Killed Progress—and How to Bring It Back By Marc Dunkelman  NBER Working Paper - Supply constraints do not explain house price and quantity growth across U.S. cities Website: http://pitchforkeconomics.com Instagram: @pitchforkeconomics Threads: pitchforkeconomics Bluesky: @pitchforkeconomics.bsky.social Twitter: @PitchforkEcon, @NickHanauer, @civicaction YouTube: @pitchforkeconomics LinkedIn: Pitchfork Economics Substack: The Pitch

What does it really take to go from overlooked to overachiever in professional baseball? In this episode of Most Valuable Agent, Matt Hannaford sits down with Tyler Zombro—a former undrafted pitcher who battled his way to Triple-A and now serves as Special Assistant of Pitching for the Chicago Cubs. Tyler's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless improvement. From setbacks and injuries to shaping how MLB teams develop arms today, his journey is packed with lessons for players, coaches, and anyone navigating the evolving world of baseball. Whether you're chasing a roster spot, building a development system, or guiding a young athlete, this episode dives deep into the data, biomechanics, and mindset reshaping pitching at every level. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How Tyler's journey from undrafted free agent to AAA pitcher and front office exec unfolded ✅ Why command, pitch design, and self-awareness often trump velocity ✅ The real role of data in modern pitching development and talent evaluation ✅ How to build a plan for adding velo, refining pitch shapes, and avoiding injury ✅ What makes Tread Athletics different—and how it helped top arms like Cole Ragans ✅ Why transparent communication is the missing ingredient in many MLB organizations ✅ What amateur and pro players should consider when choosing a team, coach, or plan ✅ The importance of player development systems, biomechanics, and long-term strategy ✅ How teams like the Cubs and Dodgers build winning culture by maximizing undervalued arms ✅ Why mental models, adaptability, and understanding your identity matter more than ever

This week Mike joins Mira Rapp-Hooper, a political scientist and expert on the Indo-Pacific who formerly served as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for East Asia and Oceania at the National Security Council, White House. From 2021-2023 she served as Director for Indo-Pacific Strategy at the National Security Council, where she was responsible for the White House's Indo-Pacific Strategy.

My guests are Sheila Evans-Trannum, former Associate Commissioner of Education for NY State Board of Education, former Chairperson of Casey Family Programs and Education Advisor to President G W Bush and Joyce Johnson, former Joseph E Seagrams Co executive, former Special Assistant to former Manhattan President Ruth Messenger and Executive Assistant to former NYC Board of Education Chancellor Rudy Crew.  This episode is full of surprises regarding "Six Degrees of Separation" of family and friends. Holman family and people who lives or lived in Fayetteville, NC and Charleston, SC...you will be surprised! It is a wonderful example of the theme of the show "Progress Despite Obstacles".It also answers the question of who and how a Democratic got to advise President Bush on 'No Child Left Behind" legislation enacted by Congress and signed into law by the President. A "must see' for parents with children in public school!  A formula of how Democrats and Republicans can work towards important goals despite differences. This episode is full of surprises regarding "Six Degrees of Separation" of family and friends. Holman family and people who lives or lived in Fayetteville, NC and Charleston, SC...you will be surprised! It is a wonderful example of the theme of the show "Progress Despite Obstacles".It also answers the question of who and how a Democratic got to advise President Bush on 'No Child Left Behind" legislation enacted by Congress and signed into law by the President. A "must see' for parents with children in public school!  A formula of how Democrats and Republicans can work towards important goals despite differences. Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis

The Westchester County Impact Awards held on October 21, 2024, at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, NY, was a heartfelt celebration marking 50 years of exceptional service to the senior community. The event brought together community leaders, influencers, and distinguished guests to honor the invaluable work of the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS) and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership (WPPP). Their unwavering commitment over the past five decades has made a profound difference in the lives of seniors throughout Westchester County, providing essential resources, support systems, and advocacy that have enhanced the overall quality of life for countless seniors. This milestone event highlighted the significant impact that DSPS and WPPP have had on shaping a supportive and inclusive environment for seniors, reinforcing the importance of continued collaboration between the public and private sectors. The dedication of these organizations has ensured that Westchester's senior population remains active, engaged, and well-supported in their communities. During the event, Westchester Talk Radio's Bob Marrone had the privilege of speaking with Diane Atkins, Special Assistant to former Westchester County Executive George Latimer. Atkins shared insights into the long-standing efforts to improve senior services and the crucial role that effective leadership and community partnerships have played in this success.

Mo News visited the White House recently to get insight into the Trump agenda 60 days into the administration, including their messaging and approach to the media. The previous special included conversations with RFK Jr and a top White House policy official.  This episode will include two additional conversations with two members of the White House communications team:  First, Harrison Fields is the Special Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Press Secretary. We talk about how he got into politics, SignalGate, and the Trump Administration's new car tariffs. Fields also worked for the first Trump Administration, and talks about how Trump 2.0 is different from Trump 1.0.  Second, Alex Pfeiffer is the White House Deputy Communications Director. We talk about the Trump Administration's approach to the mainstream media, whether he thinks Republican support from young men will extend past President Trump, and Pfeiffer's own “media diet.”  Mosheh Oinounou (@mosheh) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. He has 20 years of experience at networks including Fox News, Bloomberg Television and CBS News, where he was the executive producer of the CBS Evening News and launched the network's 24 hour news channel. He founded the @mosheh Instagram news account in 2020 and the Mo News podcast and newsletter in 2022. Jill Wagner (@jillrwagner) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. She's currently the Managing Editor of the Mo News newsletter and previously worked as a reporter for CBS News, Cheddar News, and News 12. She also co-founded the Need2Know newsletter, and has made it a goal to drop a Seinfeld reference into every Mo News podcast. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Treasury accounts offering 6 months T-Bills are offered by Jiko Securities, Inc.,member FINRA & SIPC. Securities in your account are protected up to $500,000. For details: www.sipc.org. Banking services and the Bank Accounts are provided by Jiko Bank, a division of Mid- Central National Bank. For U.S. Investments in T-bills: Not FDIC Insured; No Bank Guarantee; May Lose Value. Treasuries risk disclosures, see https://jiko.io/docs/treasuries_risk_disclosure.pdf. See public.com/#disclosures-main.

Mo News visited the White House recently to get insight into the Trump agenda 60 days into the administration, including their messaging and approach to the media. The previous special included conversations with RFK Jr and a top White House policy official.  This episode will include two additional conversations with two members of the White House communications team:  First, Harrison Fields is the Special Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Press Secretary. We talk about how he got into politics, SignalGate, and the Trump Administration's new car tariffs. Fields also worked for the first Trump Administration, and talks about how Trump 2.0 is different from Trump 1.0.  Second, Alex Pfeiffer is the White House Deputy Communications Director. We talk about the Trump Administration's approach to the mainstream media, whether he thinks Republican support from young men will extend past President Trump, and Pfeiffer's own “media diet.”  Mosheh Oinounou (@mosheh) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. He has 20 years of experience at networks including Fox News, Bloomberg Television and CBS News, where he was the executive producer of the CBS Evening News and launched the network's 24 hour news channel. He founded the @mosheh Instagram news account in 2020 and the Mo News podcast and newsletter in 2022. Jill Wagner (@jillrwagner) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. She's currently the Managing Editor of the Mo News newsletter and previously worked as a reporter for CBS News, Cheddar News, and News 12. She also co-founded the Need2Know newsletter, and has made it a goal to drop a Seinfeld reference into every Mo News podcast.

Donald Trump's America First policy has reignited a debate that has shaped U.S. history for centuries: Should America lead on the world stage, or should it pull back and focus on problems at home? In this episode, Hillari Lombard sits down with Charles Kupchan—senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, professor at Georgetown, and author of Isolationism: A History of America's Efforts to Shield Itself from the World—to unpack the past, present, and future of American isolationism.This episode is a good-faith attempt to understand what America First really means—not just as a campaign slogan, but as a governing philosophy. Whether you support it, fear it, or are just trying to make sense of it, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.Resources that informed this episode:Isolationism: A History of America's Efforts to Shield Itself From the World | Council on Foreign RelationsSupporting Ukraine Is in Trump's Interest by Michael Froman & Charles A. Kupchan - Project SyndicateTrump Is Right That Pax Americana Is Over - The AtlanticThe Past and Future of American Isolationism | Council on Foreign Relations---Charles A. Kupchan is Professor of International Affairs in the School of Foreign Service and Government Department at Georgetown University, and Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. From 2014 to 2017, Kupchan served as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council in the Obama White House. He was also Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council during the first Clinton administration. His most recent books are Anchoring the World: International Order in the Twenty-First Century (2021), Isolationism: A History of America's Efforts to Shield Itself from the World (2020), No One's World: The West, the Rising Rest, and the Coming Global Turn (2012), and How Enemies Become Friends: The Sources of Stable Peace (2010). His forthcoming book is Bringing Order to Anarchy: Governing the World To Come.

Using Innovation and Leadership to Make a Difference in Education. About Francis Q. Hoan Francis Q. Hoang is a veteran, entrepreneur, and technology innovator who has been a founding team member of companies generating over $600 million in combined sales and employing more than 1,200 professionals across AI, law, aerospace, defense, and government services. With over a decade of expertise in building and integrating innovative technologies, Francis has enabled teams across industries to harness the transformative potential of AI and frontier tech. With 20+ years of national security experience, Francis has served in every branch of the U.S. Government. He was appointed by President George W. Bush as Associate White House Counsel and Special Assistant to the President and later deployed as the Executive Officer of a U.S. Army Special Forces Company during combat operations in Southeast Afghanistan. His distinguished career includes serving as Deputy Chief of Police and SWAT Commander at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and clerking for Judge Thomas Griffith on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. A graduate of West Point (top 1% of his class), Washburn University (Master's in Criminal Justice), and Georgetown University Law Center (magna cum laude), Francis has also completed Ranger School and passed the CPA exam. His leadership extends to chairing the board of Allied Airlift 21 and co-organizing the Afghanistan Departure Group, which facilitated the first U.S. private charter evacuation flight from Afghanistan after the military withdrawal. Francis has served on numerous boards, including MAG Aerospace, Marymount University, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, and his insights have been featured in the Wall Street Journal. Proudly hailing from Tumwater, Washington, Francis speaks regularly on innovation, leadership, and service. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franceqhoang/  Resources https://boodlebox.ai/  John Mikton on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton Web: beyonddigital.org Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents  Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt  Web: www.appsevents.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we'll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial

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Ben and Woods kick off the 9am hour by reacting to a special announcement from the Padres that former Cy Young winner and Padres Hall of Famer Jake Peavy is returning to the organization as a Special Assistant to CEO Erik Greupner! Then, at the bottom of the hour, Jake Peavy calls into the show to discuss today's announcement, what led to him coming home to the Padres organization, his thoughts on the 2025 Padres, and MUCH more!

In this episode, we sit down with Carri Twigg, co-founder and Head of Development at Culture House Media, a Black, Brown, and women-owned production company specializing in storytelling that addresses pressing cultural questions. Carri shares her transition from a decade-long career in politics—including roles as Special Assistant to President Obama and Director of Public Engagement for Vice President Biden—to becoming a pivotal figure in media production.  Carri also discusses the founding principles of Culture House, aiming to challenge traditional media narratives and enhance cultural understanding. Join us for an insightful conversation on the intersection of media, politics, and culture, and how storytelling can drive societal change. 

Join us this month with guest Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims as we discuss how to cultivate a culture of belonging in your classroom. Using the elements of PBIS, Dr. Hollins-Sims helps us break down how students thrive at school when they feel they belong. For starters, the ABCs of student wellbeing, Agency, Belonging and Connectedness, have a tremendous influence on whether students feel like they are part of your school. When educators focus on cultivating each of these components in their classroom climate through greetings, exercises and class culture, students thrive. We also visit how your own SWIS data results can tell a story of class belonging.Nikole Y. Hollins-Sims, Ed.D., is an internationally recognized speaker, author and facilitator. She currently serves as a research associate for Educational and Community Supports (ECS) as a research unit within the University of Oregon's College of Education. Nikole has formerly served as a technical assistance coordinator for the Midwest PBIS Network and is a former Special Assistant to the Secretary of Education at the Pennsylvania Department of Education.For more information about the resources shared in this episode, check out the following links:Expert Instruction Ep. 21: Benefits & Examples of Creating a Schoolwide Purpose Statement with Dr. Nikole Hollins-SimsSchool Climate SurveyFeedback & Input SurveyTiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI)Teach by Design “Proven Ways to Make Schoolwide Feedback Work”

“‘To whom much is given, much is expected.' …  That is the core of our Christian belief.” “I hope that people who are both patriotic and Christian are not being painted with a broad brush.” (Condoleezza Rice, from this episode) In this episode, Condoleezza Rice joins Mark Labberton to discuss the state of US foreign and domestic policy in light of Christian moral convictions. Secretary Rice served as the 66th US Secretary of State under President George W. Bush, has been on the faculty of Stanford University since 1981, and is currently the director of the Hoover Institution. Together they discuss: The state of US foreign policy and international relations How to think about American involvement in global politics The importance of US foreign assistance American patriotism and Christian devotion And Condoleezza Rice's prayers for American leaders right now: discernment, judgment, compassion, and policy that reflects the dignity of all human beings. About Condoleezza Rice Condoleezza Rice is the Tad and Dianne Taube Director of the Hoover Institution and the Thomas and Barbara Stephenson Senior Fellow on Public Policy. She is the Denning Professor in Global Business and the Economy at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. In addition, she is a founding partner of Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel, LLC, an international strategic consulting firm. From January 2005 to January 2009, Rice served as the 66th Secretary of State of the United States, the second woman and first black woman to hold the post. Rice also served as President George W. Bush's Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (National Security Advisor) from January 2001 to January 2005, the first woman to hold the position. Rice served as Stanford University's provost from 1993 to 1999, during which time she was the institution's chief budget and academic officer. As professor of political science, she has been on the Stanford faculty since 1981 and has won two of the university's highest teaching honors. From February 1989 through March 1991, Rice served on President George H.W. Bush's National Security Council staff. She served as director, then senior director, of Soviet and East European Affairs, as well as Special Assistant to the President for National Security. In 1986, while an International Affairs Fellow of the Council on Foreign Relations, Rice also served as Special Assistant to the Director of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. For more information, visit her profile at the Hoover Institution. Show Notes The state of US international relations “ The beginning of any administration is a bit chaotic” “I continue to hope that we will find a way to help Ukraine so that Vladimir Putin doesn't benefit from the aggression that he committed.” “The United States will undoubtedly play a different role. … That is the outcome of what's been eighty years of post World War II American engagement. … And so we need to ask, what are our values? What are our interests? And I think we're going to, we're going to see a good, solid American role in foreign policy.” Is the world order in the process of receiving a shock treatment? “ We really do need to rebuild our defense industrial base.” USAID: “ I'm a great believer that foreign assistance is one of the important tools in our toolkit of foreign policy.” “ I actually am one who believes that the absorption of USAID into the State Department is the right answer.” On US foreign assistance “A lot of what we do is purely humanitarian, purely life saving. We should. Just do that. Some of what we do is also strategic. What countries do we help to develop to be less fragile so that they don't become hubs for terrorism? …  And sometimes our assistance is to stabilize places in the world so that we don't face a security problem down the road.” Developing infrastructure “Am I patriotic? Do I love my country? Am I a nationalist? Absolutely. Am I Christian? Yes. And so I hope that people who are both patriotic and Christian are not being painted with a broad crust.” “But if we think about what it means to be Christian, it means to care about every human being, because every human being is created in the image of the Lord, and therefore every human being has worth.” “One of the closing comments from President Bush was, ‘To whom much is given, much is expected. …  that is the core of our Christian belief.” What is  the state of the Christian influence in American politics and life? Emulating the early church in establishing orphanages and hospitals, “and  to be a voice on behalf of those who are dispossessed.” Religious Freedom “When I was secretary of state, not because I was Christian, but because I was secretary of state, I would take a list of religious objectors with me to countries like China.” “The evangelical church has been very involved in human trafficking issues. We actually do have a problem of modern slavery.” “The church has a lot of potential to be a really good force in the world.” Condoleeza Rice's most passionate prayers for the nation and the world right now “My most passionate prayer is that our leaders would have—and I actually pray this prayer— that they would have judgment and discernment, that they would have compassion, that they would lead from a position of knowing how much America has, and that they would understand that our role in the world derives from our universal belief in human freedom and that it is the only way that human beings have the dignity that they should have as having been created by God.” “I think one of the reasons we've had a bit of a backlash against some foreign assistance is that people wonder, ‘Well, are you thinking about Americans in the same way?'” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

How are you aligning your money to bring glory to God?In this episode, Jeff, Bill, and Dana discuss: Start your marriage on the same financial page, and let God lead it.Nothing in life has a sacred and secular divide.Stories of successful stewards.Understanding your finish line and approaching it with joy.   Key Takeaways: If you want to be a good giver and be most effective, there is work to be done to find the most impactful organizations and needs. You may not be called to give it all away, you may be called to work so that others might live.Keep seeking God's face, and let Him adjust. Just start somewhere, find alignment, and start being generous now.   "I just encourage business owners who also have capital and investment to think about their investments as business ownership, too, and how that can be applied for the Kingdom." —  Dana Wichterman Episode References: Rich Christians in the Age of Hunger by Ronald J. Sider: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Christians-Age-Hunger-Generosity/dp/0718037049HOPE International - https://www.hopeinternational.org/The Culture: Upstream from Politics - https://www.oaktonfoundation.com/post/culture-upstream-from-politicsDying to Live: Finding Joy in Giving Yourself to God - https://www.amazon.com/Dying-Live-Finding-Giving-Yourself/dp/0615990762 About Bill and Dana Wichterman:Dana Wichterman spent her career as an international economic development professional at the US Agency for International Development. She currently works at Impact Foundation, helping Christians deploy their charitable capital for impact investing. She serves on the boards of Talanton, Five Talents, and Faith Driven Movements. She is the founder of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Investor network in Washington, DC. Dana holds an M.A. in International Affairs from Columbia University.Bill Wichterman has spent his career in law and politics, including as Special Assistant to the President in the White House. Bill is the author of the book, Dying to Live: Finding Joy In Giving Yourself to God, and the influential essay, "The Culture: Upstream from Politics." He is co-founder of Wedgwood Circle and Board President of Faith and Law. Bill holds an M.A. in Political Theory from The Catholic University of America. Connect with Bill and Dana Wichterman:Website: http://stewardsnotowners.com/Book: Stewards Not Owners: The Joy of Aligning Your Money with Your Faith - https://www.amazon.com/Stewards-Not-Owners-Aligning-Money/dp/1637633750YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixnP4QW_IBGI-fsM7Yt2wALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewichtermans/posts/?feedView=allTwitter: https://x.com/thewichtermansFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewichtermansInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thewichtermans/   Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Joe Lavorgna is a Managing Director and Chief Economist for SMBC Nikko Securities. He was previously the Chief Economist for the Americas at Natixis. While there, Joe took a one-year leave of absence to serve in the Trump administration, where he was Special Assistant to the President, and Chief Economist of the National Economic Council. Prior to Natixis, Joe spent 20 years with Deutsche Bank Securities in the Global Markets Division, where he was considered one of the leading Wall Street economists. Joe is also a Senior Fellow at the America First Policy Institute, a Washington, D.C.-based think tank. In this podcast, we discuss what it was like working for Trump, why Trump is now more effective, thoughts on tariffs, taxes and immigration, and much more.    Follow us here for more amazing insights: https://macrohive.com/home-prime/ https://twitter.com/Macro_Hive https://www.linkedin.com/company/macro-hive

CCM's Free Two-Day Training will Teach Communities of Color the Fundamentals to Run for Public Office and Discuss the Benefits of Civic Participation! Day One: Saturday, March 1, 2025 Register Here for Day 1 The Campaign School at Yale will examine the ins and outs of developing and running a campaign, featuring a national panel of elected officials. This session will provide a foundation and skillset for launch as community leaders. AGENDA 10:00 a.m.: WELCOME! Ron Thomas, CCM 10:15 a.m.: Session I: Making the Decision to Run, Run a Campaign, Lead in your Community. Patti Russo, Executive Director 11:30 a.m.: Session II: Finding Your Voice, Making it Matter, Gilda Bonnano, TCSYale faculty 12:30 p.m.: Session III: Effective Networking Techniques, Patti Russo, Executive Director 1:00 p.m.: Session IV: How TCSYale Transformed my life: Hear from TCSYale alumnae leading locally as they share their individual political paths, and how TCSYale skewed them for success. Moderated by Patti Russo, Executive Director Panelists: YT Bell, Councilwoman, City of Clarkston, GA Jacqueline Cabrera, Zoning Board Commissioner, City of Danbury, CT Gabriela Koc, Board of Education member, City of Stamford, CT Jason Nova, Special Assistant to Mayor Roberto Alves of Danbury, CT Wendy Tyson Wood, President, NAACP of Greater Waterbury, CT 1:45 p.m.: Session V: Wrap Up/Next Steps: Where do I go from here? Patti Russo, Executive Director Day Two: Saturday, March 8, 2025 Register Here for Day 2 Day Two includes presentations from and conversations with individuals with varying state and local government backgrounds. AGENDA 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.: Welcome Joe Delong, CEO of CCM Patrice McCarthy, Executive Director, CABE Thea Montanez, Senior Advisor, Office of Governor Ned Lamont 10:15 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.: Why Representation Matters in Local Government Secretary of the State of CT, Stephanie Thomas 11:05 a.m. – 11:10 a.m.: Break 11:10 a.m. – 11:40 a.m.: Getting Involved in Politics and Seeking Elective Office Moderated by Patrice McCarthy, Executive Director, CABE Darrell Harris, Easton Republican Town Committee Chair Tijal Ballam, Rocky Hill Democratic Town Committee Chair 11:40 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.: Poet Laureate Performance Manchester Poet Laureate, Nadia Sims 11:50 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.: Lunch Break 12:10 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Municipal Governance 101 Roberto Alves, Mayor of Danbury Danielle Wong, Mayor of Bloomfield 1:00 p.m. – 1:20 p.m.: 50/50 Campaign, Best Practice Sharing to Ensure Gender Equity and Racial Diversity on Local Boards and Commissions Tiffany Young, YWCA Hartford Region 1:20 p.m. – 1:25 p.m.: Break 1:25 p.m. –2:45 p.m.: Panel of Seasoned Local Experts Sharing Lessons Learned and Best Practices for Leadership Moderated by Melvette Hill, Executive Director of the CT Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity and Opportunity Panelists: Aidee Nieves, Council President, Bridgeport Nuchette Black-Burke, Mayor of Windsor Rose Reyes, Councilmember, Windham Caroline Tanbee Smith, Alder Ward 9, New Haven Leonard Lockhart, Board of Education Member, Windsor Jarrell Hargraves, Councilmember, New Britain 2:45 p.m. –3 p.m.: CCM Closing Remarks

Maria Morera Johnson interviews Meigs Sturgeon, Special Assistant to the President at Holy Cross Family Ministries. Meet Meigs Sturgeon, Special Assistant to the President, Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., at Holy Cross Family Ministries. Meigs joined HCFM from Austin, Texas where he most recently served as Assistant Director of the Holy Cross Institute at St. Edward's University and Adjunct Professor of Christian Theology. He graduated with a Master of Divinity from Duke University; is an expert in Holy Cross Charism and Spirituality, a prolific writer and speaker on different faith-based topics.   Link in Show: Holy Cross Family Ministries

In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by Eric Teetsel, CEO of Center for Renewing America and 2006 Wheaton Alum, and Daniel Davis, Washington DC Communications Strategist and 2014 Wheaton Alum, to answer a very pressing question: "Has Wheaton Gone Woke?"   #ForWheaton #WheatonCollege #RussVought #Alumni #EricTeetsel #DanielDavis   ShowNotes: https://forwheaton.org/ https://firstthings.com/god-and-man-at-wheaton/ https://americanreformer.org/2025/02/closing-the-door-to-the-classroom/   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Discussion 03:46 Wheaton College's Recent Controversy 06:52 Reactions to Wheaton's Response 11:07 The Drift of Wheaton College 15:11 Leadership and Institutional Integrity 20:59 The Call for Change at Wheaton 25:24 Organizing for Institutional Change 31:38 The Future of Wheaton College   Eric Teetsel most recently was Vice President of Government Relations at The Heritage Foundation. Teetsel has a long track record of experience in government at the federal, state, and local levels. He was Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri where he also held the roles of Legislative Director and Special Assistant. Teetsel previously served as President of the Family Policy Alliance of Kansas, Director of Faith Outreach for the Marco Rubio presidential campaign, and Executive Director of the Manhattan Declaration for life, marriage, and religious freedom, and more. Teetsel graduated from Wheaton College and holds a master's in education from Azusa Pacific University. Originally from Kansas, he and his wife live in Virginia with their four children.   Learn more about Eric Teetsel's work: https://americarenewing.com/team/eric-teetsel/ https://x.com/ericteetsel   Daniel Davis is a Communications Strategist working in Washington D.C. He graduated from Wheaton College in 2014 and is a signatory at ForWheaton.org.    Learn more about Daniel Davis's work: https://x.com/JDaniel_Davis   ––––––   Follow Center for Baptist Leadership across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/BaptistLeaders Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-For-Baptist-Leadership/61556762144277/ Rumble – https://rumble.com/c/c-6157089 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@CenterforBaptistLeadership Website – https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/   To book William for media appearances or speaking engagements, please contact him at media@centerfor­baptistleadership.org.   Follow Us on Twitter: William Wolfe - https://twitter.com/William_E_Wolfe Richard Henry - https://twitter.com/RThenry83   Renew the SBC from within and defend the SBC from those who seek its destruction, donate today: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/donate/   The Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast is powered by American Reformer, recorded remotely in the United States by William Wolfe, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to the Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast: Distribute our RSS Feed – https://centerforbaptistleadership.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/center-for-baptist-leadership/id1743074575 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0npXohTYKWYmWLsHkalF9t Amazon Music // Audible – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9ababbdd-6c6b-4ab9-b21a-eed951e1e67b BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/96624 TuneIn – Coming Soon iHeartRadio – https://iheart.com/podcast/170321203 Listen Notes – https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/center-for-baptist-leadership-center-for-3liUZaE_Tnq/ Pandora – Coming Soon PlayerFM – https://player.fm/series/3570081 Podchaser – https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-center-for-baptist-leaders-5696654 YouTube Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFMvfuzJKMICA7wi3CXvQxdNtA_lqDFV

Erica Loewe was Recognized as one of The Root 100's Most Influential Black Americans, Essence Magazine's Power 40, ColorComm's 28 Black Women in Communications Making History Now, the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.'s 50 Under 40 and the Washington Association of Black Journalists Excellence in Communications recipients, Erica Loewe has over a decade of experience at the intersection of media, politics and entertainment. Erica recently served as Special Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff in the White House Office of Public Engagement, where she was responsible for making the White House accessible to as many Americans as possible. She was previously President Biden's Director of African American Media. Prior to joining the Biden-Harris Administration, she was Deputy Communications Director to House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC) and a key advisor to Chairwoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), serving as Press Secretary on the House Financial Services Committee. Before working in Congress, Erica served as Director at one of Washington's top government and public relations firms where she worked closely with clients to develop and execute strategic messaging that advanced their priorities. In 2024, she was featured in “The Sixth”, a documentary produced by A24 and Change Content that chronicled her experience in the United States Capitol during the January 6th attack. Erica joins us on The Vault to discuss how to cope with stressful times in a world where things feel out of control. We talk about how to reclaim joy through advocacy. What is advocacy? How can you reclaim joy through advocacy and action? What are ways to stay connected through advocacy work? What are the tools to cope with stressful situations? What are the signs of High Functioning Depression? How to Cope with High Functioning Depression.Follow Erica Loewe: Erica Loewe Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ericaploewe/ Erica Loewe LinkedIN  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericaloewe/ Erica Loewe Website https://bidenwhitehouse.archives.gov/ope/meet-the-team/erica-loewe/Follow Dr. Judith:Instagram: https://instagram.com/drjudithjoseph TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjudithjoseph Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjudithjoseph Website: https://www.drjudithjoseph.com/Sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.drjudithjoseph.com/newsletter-sign-upDisclaimer: You may want to consider your individual mental health needs with a licensed medical professional. This page is not medical advice.

Scott Walter is the president of Capital Research Center. He served in the George W. Bush Administration as Special Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy and was vice president at the Philanthropy Roundtable, editing Philanthropy magazine and producing donor guidebooks on assistance to the poor, school reform, public policy research, and other topics. Walter has written for and been quoted in such outlets as the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and Chronicle of Philanthropy. A Georgetown graduate, he served as a senior fellow at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty and as senior editor of AEI's flagship publication. VISIT: https://capitalresearch.org/the-doge-files/FOLLOW: @capitalresearchSUPPORT OUR WORK https://www.judicialwatch.org/donate/thank-youtube/ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.judicialwatch.org

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Harrison Fields is Special Assistant to the President and White House Principle Deputy Press Secretary.

In this episode of NucleCast, Adam welcomes Chris Stone to discuss the recent executive order regarding the Iron Dome for America . They explore the implications of the order, the differences between the Israeli Iron Dome and the proposed American system, and the feasibility of developing a comprehensive missile defense system. The conversation also delves into budget considerations, the role of space in national defense, and innovative approaches to missile defense, emphasizing the urgency of addressing vulnerabilities in the face of emerging threats.Christopher Stone is a prominent figure in space policy, currently serving as a Senior Fellow for Space Deterrence at the National Institute for Deterrence Studies, where he focuses on research related to space warfare strategies and deterrence, particularly in the context of great power competition; he previously held a position as a Special Assistant to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy at the Pentagon, giving him significant experience in the field of U.S. space policy development at a high level.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Iron Dome for America03:13 Understanding the Executive Order05:52 Comparing Iron Dome Systems: Israel vs. America09:08 Feasibility of Building a Comprehensive Defense System11:51 Budget Considerations and Strategic Implications15:01 The Role of Space in National Defense18:05 Innovative Approaches to Missile Defense20:55 The Future of Space-Based Interceptors23:55 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionSocials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

12 - Are we really going to say that free speech lead to the Holocaust and we're on the same path here? 1210 - Why did Tom Hanks alienate himself with the Black Jeopardy sketch? 1215 - Side - Who is the “It” girl or person? 1220 - Does Free Speech need boundaries? These Germans say so. Your calls 1235 - We play more clips from Karoline Leavitt on spending and from a historian who says we shouldn't celebrate President's Day. 1245 - Special Assistant to the President and White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary Harrison Fields joins the program. How did he end up in this role? Was Karoline Leavitt made for her role? Why is the White House giving a bigger voice to alternative platforms? Where has the AP Stylebook lost its way and who will blink first? What will be the next big thing for the American people from the Trump campaign? 1 - Is the third time the charm to get Larry Krasner out of the DA's office? 115 - Can RFK Jr. overcome the farmers? It looks like too much regulation against them? 120 - A 23+% tax increase in Rutledge and now this Universal Basic Income proposal for those living in poverty? Who is paying for all of this? 135 - Your calls on Rutledge! What a call! Chrissy Houlahan expressed her displeasure with JD Vance. 140 - Is there anything in government we shouldn't audit? 150 - Continuing with your calls. How did MAHA recruit the apolitical moms? 2 - What are the four things that RFK Jr. is looking to combat as head of HHS? He went on Fox & Friends to discuss what we should be looking at. But is he going too far? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Reacting to RFK Jr.'s plans and your calls. 240 - Continuing with your calls. 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - Are we really going to say that free speech lead to the Holocaust and we're on the same path here? 1210 - Why did Tom Hanks alienate himself with the Black Jeopardy sketch? 1215 - Side - Who is the “It” girl or person? 1220 - Does Free Speech need boundaries? These Germans say so. Your calls 1235 - We play more clips from Karoline Leavitt on spending and from a historian who says we shouldn't celebrate President's Day. 1245 - Special Assistant to the President and White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary Harrison Fields joins the program. How did he end up in this role? Was Karoline Leavitt made for her role? Why is the White House giving a bigger voice to alternative platforms? Where has the AP Stylebook lost its way and who will blink first? What will be the next big thing for the American people from the Trump campaign?

Ralph welcomes back Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson to share his view of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense and to get his take on the military and political situation in the Middle East. Then, from Tel Aviv we are joined by Alon-Lee Green, co-director of the Israeli peace organization “Standing Together” a progressive grassroots movement based in Israel that organizes Jewish and Palestinian citizens against the occupation and the ethnic cleansing of Gaza.Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army colonel. Over his 31 years of service, Colonel Wilkerson served as Secretary of State Colin Powell's Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2005, and Special Assistant to General Powell when he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Colonel Wilkerson also served as Deputy Director and Director of the U.S. Marine Corps War College at Quantico, Virginia, and for fifteen years he was the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Government and Public Policy at the College of William and Mary. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, senior advisor to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and co-founder of the All-Volunteer Force Forum.The Pentagon is now led by one of the least-qualified persons ever to be Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth. He was exposed by the Democrats and the media when he was going through the congressional-confirmation process as ignorant, belligerent, vengeful, a woman-abuser denounced by his own mother, and a financial mismanager of the two groups that he directed. He's now Secretary of Defense.Ralph NaderWhat I'd like to see Hegseth do is try his best to get Trump to help him refuse that money (the $150 billion that Congressional Republicans have proposed adding to the military budget). Gordon Adams—a man for whom I have a lot of respect, who was an OMB-type for a long, long time and knows more about the defense budget than probably anyone alive—said the truth the other day when he said: when Defense gets tons of money, it's polluted, weakened, and turns into a place that can't do its job. When it has periods of scarcity—and the better the scarcity, the deeper the scarcity, the better the Defense Department—it turns out to operate pretty well. So I think that's stupid. I think it's the Congress doing it because the Congress has become a wholly paid subsidiary of the military-industrial complex.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonAlon-Lee Green is National Co-Director of Standing Together, a progressive Jewish-Arab grassroots movement. Previously, he worked for five years as a political and parliamentary adviser in the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, and was involved in the legislative process and the building of citizens' campaigns that influenced parliamentary decisions. During that time, he was responsible for laws advancing the rights of workers, students, and the LGBT community.It devastates me to know that I'm part—as an Israeli citizen, as a citizen that wants to take responsibility of the society, the Israeli society, it makes me devastated and sick and so, so, so heartbroken to know that we are a part of and a reason for so many tens of thousands reported people that died… I do not understand how someone can come to us Israelis and tell us that this is in the name of our security. I cannot understand how someone can promise us that this will better our lives or create a good or a reality that is livable. I understand it as just something that promises more death.Alon-Lee GreenIt is a given fact, especially after October 7th, a lot of the soldiers went there and did what they did believing that they're fighting to defend, they're fighting monsters. But a lot of soldiers died there. A lot of mothers lost their sons. A lot of families joined the circle of grief. And this is something that changed people's perspectives and people's opinion about the war. A lot of soldiers came back wounded. A lot of soldiers came back with PTSD. And we are hearing voices right now of soldiers saying, “We will not come back there, even if you call us into reserve duty.” It exists in society. You can hear it. You can hear it also around the question of the hostages, soldiers saying, “I thought I'm fighting for 300 days to release the hostages. And now I realized I'm fighting for the delusional messianic ideas of the right wing to build settlements in Gaza or to forcefully transfer people from there. This is not the reason I went.” And it is a good awakening we see in our society.Alon-Lee GreenThe Israeli media and most of the Israeli parliament and political system celebrated Trump's declaration of forceful transfer from Gaza and the supposed takeover by the US of Gaza. They said things like, “It's a Biblical miracle,” “We live in Biblical times,” things like this. The reaction of Standing Together is the complete opposite, of course. This is not only a delusional, scary, and dangerous plan, it is also something that is not going to happen. Trump can dream until tomorrow to remove two million Palestinians from Gaza. It is not going to happen. But only speaking about it is the problem itself. Thinking that you can remove—I don't know how, but remove two million people from their homeland, fantasizing about somehow making people disappear from the land, it is a dangerous idea.Alon-Lee Green Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

In this episode, Peter Garretson speaks with Christopher Stone, Senior Fellow for Space Deterrence at the National Institute for Deterrence Studies, and former Special Assistant to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy. Stone, author of Reversing the Tao: A Framework for Credible Space Deterrence and host of the host of Real Space Strategy Podcast joins Garretson for a wide-ranging discussion on space policy and defense. The conversation begins with an analysis of the new administration's space-focused appointees and their potential impact, before diving into 'Space Warfare 101.' This comprehensive overview covers Earth-to-space weapons, space-to-space weapons (including the rationale and strategic importance of co-orbital counterspace and maneuver capabilities), and space-to-Earth weapons. The discussion then explores arms control, deterrence strategy, and the implications of the President's "Iron Dome for America" executive order, including its impact on space-based missile defense, potential bureaucratic 'failure modes,' and potential challenges for the Space Force. The episode concludes with an examination of strategic objectives and threats in Cislunar space area of responsibility (AOR).

Pitching development has changed dramatically over the last decade. In this episode, I am joined by Tyler Zombro, the Special Assistant to the Cubs Pitching Director. We talk about the biggest developments in pitching – why velocity isn't everything, how pitch shapes and biomechanics change the way pitchers train, and how organizations like the Cubs use data to maximize every arm in their system. Plus, we dive into the critical aspect of transparency between teams and players, the mistakes players and parents are making in youth baseball, and what free agents need to consider before signing with a team.    HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 What are the controllables that determine pitching success? 06:15 The mental shift that pitchers must make to survive in pro baseball. 10:30 The turning point that made Tyler realize he wanted to help other pitchers succeed. 17:00 What happens when a pitcher walks into Tread Athletics for the first time? 20:15 The difference between private pitching development vs MLB front office. 28:00 One thing every free agent should demand from teams before signing. 36:30 Why the right organization matters more than the signing bonus. 43:00 How minor adjustments in pitch usage turned pitchers into multi-millionaires. 47:45 The risks of forcing mechanical changes that don't fit a pitcher's body. 50:00 What parents of young pitchers need to stop doing immediately. 52:00 The surprising pitch that's dominating modern baseball. 53:15 The pitching metric that reveals if a pitcher will succeed in the big leagues. 58:15 When is the right age for a player to start throwing a breaking ball?   RESOURCES + LINKS Learn more at aligndsports.com Book a 1:1 Consultation HERE   FOLLOW Matt Hannaford: @mfhannaford Tyler Zombro: @t_zombro42

Send us a textFaith and public policy are at a crossroads, making waves in national headlines. This intersection is deeply political, with Christians divided on all sides of the issue. As followers of Christ, it's essential to remember that while Jesus' message is undeniably political, it is never partisan.In this episode, Bishop Wright sits down with Rebecca Linder Blachly, the Director of the Office of Government Relations for The Episcopal Church. Together, they explore the nation's most pressing issues and the critical role the Church plays in advocating for humane immigration policies amidst political tension. Rebecca, whose journey took her from studying philosophy to navigating the corridors of the Pentagon, offers her unique perspective on how to maintain hope and stability, all while nurturing existing ministries. Listen in for the full conversation.Since 2016, Rebecca Blachly has served as The Director of The Office of Government Relations for The Episcopal Church. Prior to this role, she was the Senior Policy Advisor for Africa in the Office of Religion and Global Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. Her previous positions include Acting Chief of the Strategic Communication Division at U.S. Africa Command in Stuttgart, Germany, Special Assistant to the Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, and Research Associate in the Post-Conflict Reconstruction Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. She has conducted fieldwork and research throughout Africa and the Middle East and she has published on civil-military relations and information sharing in complex environments. Ms. Blachly received her B.A. in philosophy from Williams College and her M.Div. from Harvard University, and she is a Term Member at the Council on Foreign Relations.Support the show Follow us on IG and FB at Bishop Rob Wright.

Charlie Blackmon had no illusions of grandeur once he realized his days as a left-handed pitcher were numbered.  He'd been a pitcher in high school and junior college and figured when he transferred to Georgia Tech he'd ride his time out on the bench, get a degree and find a job. Life worked out a bit differently.   It all changed when Chalie spent a summer in the Texas Collegiate League and got some advice from Texas Rangers Hall of Famer Rusty Greer. Charlier went into the TCL with a bit of a fib: he told them he could pitch, hit and play defense. Truth be told, he hadn't hit or played in the field since high school. Regardless, he picked up a wood bat and began to make contact, a lot. He also started to play positions outside of pitcher and Rusty told him he should consider giving up pitching and heading to the outfield. The self-admitted hardheaded Charlie eventually agreed.   He had fairly quick success with his newfound skills at Georgia Tech and got drafted by the Rockies. He worked his way up every level of the minors and finally made his MLB debut in June of 2011. Within a month Charlie had his first hit, RBI, home run and broke his foot, ending his season.   He used his rehab time to finish his degree in finance and found a new appreciation for baseball and the grind. He'd be up and down from the minors to the Rockies for another couple years and then became a staple at Coors Field until his retirement in 2024. Which didn't last long: in 2025, the Rockies named Charlie a Special Assistant to the General Manager.   Listen to Charlie's story and conversation with @susiewargin on the Cut Traded Fired Retired Podcast. Links to listen on your favorite podcast platforms in the @ctfrpodcast bio!

The terrorism threat landscape is an extremely complex phenomenon that evolves on a daily basis. In turn, appropriate solutions and countermeasures are also subject to change. Peyton Taylor (SSP'25) hosts Professor Christopher P. Costa, U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) to discuss the broad terrorism landscape that the world faces currently. Costa shares creative and timely insights into subjects such as U.S. counter-terrorism policy, the events leading up to the October 7th attack, what role hostage taking has had in the war between Israel and Hamas, as well as the long-term implications the war could have.  Christopher P. Costa, USA, (Ret.) is an adjunct associate professor with Georgetown University's Security Studies Program, Walsh School of Foreign Service. He is a former career intelligence officer and was Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council from 2017 to 2018. He Recently Co authored an article with Dr. Colin Clarke on Counterterrorism policy in the Levant. https://www.thecipherbrief.com/column_article/trump-administrations-counterterrorism-policy-should-begin-at-golan-heights **The views represented in this podcast belong to each individual and do not represent the views of Georgetown, the Georgetown Security Studies Review, or any other institution

Pitching development is evolving fast, and we've got two of the best minds in the game to break it all down! In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we're joined by Ben Brewster of  @treadathletics  and Tyler Zombro, the brand-new Special Assistant for the Chicago Cubs, to discuss: ⚾ The latest trends in pitching development

Pitching development is evolving fast, and we've got two of the best minds in the game to break it all down! In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we're joined by Ben Brewster of @treadathletics  and Tyler Zombro, the brand-new Special Assistant for the Chicago Cubs, to discuss: ⚾ The latest trends in pitching development

Ann McCoy really needs no introduction because everyone knows her as either the successful million dollar club (when that meant something) real estate agent, or as the Governor's Mansion Administrator for Governor Clinton, or as the Special Assistant to the President, Deputy Social Secretary and Director of Personal Correspondence for President Clinton's administration. There was a time when she could have boasted that she had met all the leaders of the Free World and had her picture taken with every living US President, but she doesn't. She is the most gracious and lovely person I have ever had the privilege to meet. Yes, she is my mother-n-law; and yes, it will soon to be time to sit down for a family dinner; and yes, I am getting brownie points for all these compliments! But I would never lie to my listeners for ill-gain. Tune in Today and hear this super interesting woman tell her story of how she went from a wife and mother to the personal assistant to the most powerful person in the world.

John and Russell are joined by the Kyle Bodd. Kyle is the Founder of Driveline and is currently the Special Assistant to Boston Red Sox PBO Craig Breslow. They talk about how driveline came to be, how teams and players have taken on board these new development methods. They also talk about how to coach and how to positively impact players.

The Electoral Count Act of 1887 (ECA) was law for 135 years. But then, Jan. 6, 2021, happened - the cause of which some partially attributed to the ECA (more about this in the interview). So, what was to be done? In 2022, Congress passed the ECRA, which will be law on Jan. 6, 2025, when the 119th Congress counts the 2024 Electoral votes. The ECRA is the Electoral Count Reform and Presidential Transition Improvement Act of 2022. The counting of the Electoral votes has pushed our country to the brink on multiple occasions. Imagine this: it's two days before the presidential inauguration, and our country still has no president-elect! This is not a hypothetical or something from a Hollywood thriller. This really happened in our history. That's what happens when the simple, boring process of counting the electoral votes - a mere formality really - goes awry! The January 6th after an election year is one of those days that usually goes unnoticed. Except, when something goes wrong. But each time something went wrong, like it seriously did on Jan. 6, 2021, Congress strove to improve the way it counts the Electoral votes. In this interview, my guest explains how Congress improved the process of counting the Electoral votes after each crisis, in 1804, 1887, 1933 and 2022.

Bakari Sellers moderates a panel at the Fillmore Minneapolis for the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers (MABL) joined by Natalie E. Hudson, Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, Camille M. Davidson, Dean of Mitchell Hamline School of Law, and Duchess Harris, Special Assistant to the Provost for Strategic Initiatives & Professor of American Studies at Macalester College.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you feel it in the air? That freedom to speak your mind and tell the truth again? Asking questions isn't conspiracy but a responsibility. Stigall believes we've culturally turned a corner with the woke culture of the last decade or so. With so many leftists making their way to pay respects to Trump in Florida and Elon Musk aggressively using his resources to give voice to left wing opposition, the pendulum seems to be swinging the other direction. Trump's now Special Assistant and Envoy to Ukraine and Russia - Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg has a huge new job. Bring an end to Russia and Ukraine conflict. Today he tells how he plans to do it and what's involved. The confirmation of Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense is getting personal. Stigall talks with a guy who went through it until he finally withdrew from consideration during Trump's first term. Our chief economist Steve Moore discusses the ugly side of what happens after the President calls you to serve. And can Congress ever truly get ahold of the outrageous spending? -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.