Podcasts about supervisors

After the LA County Board of Supervisors voted to delay Supervisor Mitchell's motion to investigate deputy gangs, where do we go from here? Dominique DiPrima and ES Advisors President Ed Sanders put a progressive lens on hot topics and horrifying headlines.Twitter/X: @EdwardMSanders @diprimaradio https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Send us a text and chime in!The Mohave County Board of Supervisors extends its appreciation to the Mohave County Airport Authority Board of Directors for voting to accept the County's offer concerning the leasehold interest under the Master Lease. The Board welcomes this decision as a constructive step toward resolving the matter and avoiding pending condemnation litigation. Mohave County looks forward to completing the process professionally and cooperatively in a way that serves the best interests of County residents. Catch up with the news and read more stories from the River Cities. Subscribe and be the F1RST2KNOW!   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/mohave-county-airport-authority-accepts-county-offer/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

On September 12, 1885, Arbroath Football Club defeated Bon Accord Football Club 36 to 0, setting a world-record for the biggest victory in a professional match. The two were playing in the first round of the Scottish Cup. The sport was still relatively new and today and today the winning club plays in the Scottish Championship and matches can be watched outside the United Kingdom for £20 a month. Perhaps they might advertise on Charlottesville Community Engagement?In this audio edition:* Assistant City Manager Sam Roman provides an update on 2000 Holiday Drive (read the story)* Azalea Springs' neighbors want city to revoke developer's construction permits (read the story)* The Albemarle Board of Supervisors approves a rezoning to add 165 units at an existing residential complex on Fifth Street Extended (story TK) * Charlottesville School Board members express concern about FY27 budget process at August work session (read the story)Sponsored message: Panorama Natural BurialAt Panorama Natural Burial, we believe caring for the deceased can be simple, meaningful, and deeply connected to the natural world. As a natural burial ground just outside Charlottesville, we offer families an alternative to traditional burial that honors both the people we love and the land that will carry them forward.Whether you are planning ahead, navigating a recent loss, or are just curious about natural burial, we welcome the conversation. We host regular tours and community events throughout the year. At Panorama we are building new ways of understanding death, land, ecology, ritual, memory, and community. We believe that building community around death care helps us all to live fuller lives. We are open to the public daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come visit!Thoughts at the end of CCE-1123AHonestly I don't really have any at the moment. It's early on a Saturday and there's no premiership match at 7:30 a.m. There are five at 10 a.m. and then two more at the 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. windows. I'll spend most of that time watching the matches but also working on something related to the business or perhaps I'll get a jump on the next week of stories. There's a lot to organize and a lot of decisions to make. I gather so much raw information but can't always get to everything. Between now and then I'm going to go a walk. Thank you to paid subscribers and sponsors for allowing me to keep going on this journey. I had thought about posting pictures from some of my recent walks and writing a bit but that feels a bit like work and I see two and a half hours of non-computer time in my future. Yet, I did say somewhere I was going to do it and photos of my recent walks are well worth organizing. We're alive once and we have resources to capture and share our journeys. So, here's a trip I took on a day I really needed to get out and some of the world around me. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

For the first time, voters in California will decide between two Democrats for insurance commissioner, a powerful position that regulates insurance rates and acts as a consumer advocate. The race comes as the state faces increasingly destructive wildfires, rising energy prices and a volatile insurance market. Marisa sits down with state Sen. Ben Allen, who said his experience in Sacramento makes him the best candidate for the job.  Tune in next week to hear from the other candidate, former San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Jane Kim. Check out Political Breakdown's weekly newsletter, delivered straight to your inbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Today's Show: To Support And Subscribe: https://thehotshotwakeup.substack.com/Frustrations have boiled over within the Forest Service as fire supervisors voice concerns about Agency direction, poor facilities, experienced firefighters leaving the ranks, and infighting with line officers.Wildland firefighter entrapments have hit a 20 year record this season, raising further concern about experience levels in middle management. Unease remains about what the future will look like, and there is urgency to “rip the band-aid off” on plans for Agency change. I cover their concerns as they see it.This is the time for professionals on all levels of the Agency to come together and solve these issues, which ultimately affect the boots on the ground the most. Sometimes voicing these concerns is what it takes for everyone to sit at the table and figure out how to move forward.Change isn't simple, and this isn't an easy situation for anyone involved, but cooler heads must prevail.THE HOTSHOT WAKE UP — Thank you to all of our paid subscribers. Your support allows us to donate generously to firefighter charities and supports all of our content. You also receive all of our article archives, more podcast episodes, Monday morning workouts, and also entered into our giveaways, plus more.

Hundreds of days after devastating wildfires flattened communities across Los Angeles County, fire victims are still stuck in regulatory limbo waiting on basic building permits. Meanwhile, county leadership quietly established an "Emergency Rent Relief" priority fund pulling millions of taxpayer dollars to cover back rent for households impacted by federal immigration enforcement.​In this episode of Left Coast News, former law enforcement investigator breaks down the facts behind the LA County Board of Supervisors' policy decisions, the creation of "Category 3" relief, and the fundamental breakdown of government accountability when local officials prioritize political agendas over disaster recovery.#LeftCoastNews #California #LACounty #WildfireRelief #KarenBass #Altadena #CaliforniaFires #ImmigrationEnforcement #ICERaids #TaxpayerMoney #GovernmentAccountability #RentRelief #RuleOfLaw #ConstitutionalConservatives #NewsUpdate #LocalGovernment #HousingCrisis #DisasterRecovery #PoliticalCommentary #PodcastNews

Chris Fairchild of the Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors, Ned Gallaway of the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors & Lloyd Snook of Charlottesville City Council joined Keith Smith live on “Real Talk With Keith Smith” powered by YES Realty Partners and Yonna Smith! “Real Talk” airs every Friday from 10:15 am – 11 am on The I Love CVille Network! “Real Talk With Keith Smith” is presented by El Mariachi Mexican Bar & Grill, Fincham & Associates, Inc., Free Enterprise Forum, Envoy Mortgage, Intrastate Service Co, Mejicali, Tailored Closet, Premier Garage, Budget Blinds and YES Realty Partners.

Most supervision problems do not begin with a supervisor trying to break a rule. They begin with an assumption that was never verified, a concern that was never documented, or a responsibility that nobody clearly assigned.In this episode, I feature Robert Romig, Deputy Executive Director for the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, Sarah Faszholz, MFT and Social Work Board Administrator, and Cristina de Luna, LPC Board Administrator. They examine the supervision mistakes their programs see repeatedly and what supervisors can do before those mistakes become complaints.The panel talks about what must happen before an associate begins practicing. That includes verifying active licenses, understanding jurisdiction, obtaining appropriate authorization, and making sure informed consent supports the disclosure of client information in supervision.We also clarify what active supervision looks like. It is not simply signing experience forms or asking, “What do you want to talk about today?” Supervisors must provide structure, monitor professional development, review concerns, and maintain enough documentation to demonstrate meaningful oversight.The conversation also moves into some of the hardest gray areas. Can a supervisor employ an associate? What happens when friendship or business interests interfere with objectivity? When should a remediation plan be used? What kinds of crisis hotline or indirect hours may not qualify as supervised experience?In this episode, you'll learn:Why an application does not authorize an associate to practiceWhat supervisors should verify before counting experience hoursWhy outside supervision may require written agency permissionWhat active clinical oversight looks like in practiceHow to document hours before disagreements occurWhen a remediation plan should be developedWhere employment and supervision boundaries can become unethicalWhy licensed experience must involve work that requires a licenseThe board is not asking supervisors to control every clinical decision. It is asking them to demonstrate that supervision was active, ethical, structured, and appropriately documented.Visit BHEC's official website here.Want to learn more? Check out this month's free resource from Kate Walker Training. For continuing education and support building a defensible supervision practice, explore the Step It Up Membership.Get your step by step guide to private practice. Because you are too important to lose to not knowing the rules, going broke, burning out, and giving up. #counselorsdontquit. 

RecLess 6 Ep 17 Dale Smith - CEO of Smith Management and Consulting Services, brings a fascinating conversation about leadership with lessons gathered from more than 30 years in the field of parks and recreation, her broad experience including a Board of Regent Instructor for Supervisors' Management School operated by NCSU and the National Recreation and Parks Association, a speaker at national, state, and local conferences, as well as a number of state university classrooms. Get ready to take some notes and get schooled in all things leadership!Click to learn more - https://tilt365.com/Click to learn more - dalesmithconsulting.comShane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children.Tom Venniro is the 12-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughters Amelia and Maisie.Jay Tryon is an 19-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

The Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission met on September 3, 2026. With a quorum established, the Commission navigated a productive agenda focused on administrative appointments, conflict of interest updates, the adoption of the final fiscal year budget, and strategic consulting services. Executive Appointment and Compensation New Executive Director: In closed session, the Commission unanimously voted to appoint Kristyn Riggs as Executive Director. Compensation Adjustment: The Commission subsequently approved a temporary salary adjustment for Riggs while she serves in an interim capacity, set at an amount equal to 70% of the salary change maximum for the position on a monthly basis . Administrative and Consent Calendar Approvals Consent Calendar: Items 4 and 5 were approved unanimously. This included filing the GASB 75 report on other post-employment benefits (OPEB) accrual valuations ending June 30, 2024, and the engagement letter for the Commission's financial audits from fiscal years 2022 through 2024. Conflict of Interest Code (Item 6): The Commission approved amendments to the conflict code, which will be submitted to the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors by October 1st. Notable updates include adding a board alternate for County District 5 (formerly held by Don Nottoli) and an alternate for the City of Sacramento, removing duplicate legal counsel titles, and removing position numbers to clean up the document. FY 2026-27 General and PEG Fee Fund Budgets (Item 7) The Commission approved its final $13.3 million General Fund budget against a backdrop of steadily declining cable franchise revenues, which are projected at $6.4 million for the upcoming fiscal year. Member Agency Revenue Distributions: Following recommendations from the Budget Ad-Hoc Committee and agency CFOs, the budget includes $8.2 million in total per-capital distributions to help member jurisdictions fund local safety, parks, and libraries. This includes a retroactive FY 25-26 distribution of $4.7 million and a budgeted FY 26-27 distribution of $3.5 million (releasing in August 2027 pending final actuals). Channel Licensee Reductions: To balance the declining revenue, channel licensees (grantees) accepted a 25% reduction from their FY 25-26 funding levels, receiving a combined $1.2 million. Final General Fund allocations approved are: Access Sacramento: $576,000 Sacramento Educational Cable Consortium (SECC): $357,000 PBS KVIE: $228,000 Sacramento Life TV: $47,869 OPEB Adjustment: The budget pre-funding line for retiree health benefits was zeroed out (from $250,000) because previous leadership heavily pre-funded the trust, leaving a highly manageable current liability of $218,000. PEG Fee Fund Budget: Left untouched from the preliminary budget, this fund contains $1.4 million in reserves with a projected $2 million in revenue. The Commission approved $690,000 in PEG capital projects for licensees (including facility leases and equipment upgrades). Sacramento Life TV remains ineligible for PEG funding due to religious content restrictions. Public and Agency Support: Finance directors from Citrus Heights, Galt, and the City of Sacramento, along with a representative from Folsom, spoke in strong support of the balanced, regional "shared pain" approach of the budget. Strategic Support Services (Item 9) The Commission authorized the Executive Director to execute an agreement for strategic support services to hire a consultant . Scope: The consultant will assist the newly formed Strategic Ad Hoc Committee in reviewing the Commission's long-term operational model, revenue-sharing methodologies, governance structure, and financial sustainability. Licensee Engagement: At the Board's direction, the consultant must coordinate substantive, direct outreach sessions with channel licensees to address their sustainability concerns. Funding Cap: Following debate from the commissioners, the motion was amended to place a "not to exceed $100,000" spending cap under the Director's discretion. The item passed with Member Sandhu abstaining. Channel Licensee Activity Reports (Item 10) The regional station managers provided updates on recent highlights and programs: KVIE: Featured its local black-and-white documentary Unhoused Neighbors and celebrated earning 16 awards (including 6 first-place honors) at the CNPA Journalism Awards for its newsroom, Abridged. Access Sacramento: Highlighted a new partnership with the Sacramento Region Community Foundation to support local non-profits with media services, a new Afghan-focused news program hosted by expat journalist Jamal Faramand, and "A Place Called Sacramento" Film Festival premiering at the Crest Theater. SECC: Shared a video celebrating over 40 years of local educational broadcasting, highlighting training workshops that help hundreds of local teachers and thousands of students find their voice in media. Sacramento Life TV: Discussed its "Powerhouse Podcasts" (60 episodes to date), "Community Spotlight" documentaries, and its highly successful Capital Cold Case series in partnership with local law enforcement (27,000 views). The station soft-launched its sacramentolife.tv streaming network on Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon TV. General Manager Herman noted that while the station is stretching its small $47,869 allocation, they will actively advocate for funding parity in 2027. Executive Director Administrative Update Riggs recognized her production staff for stepping up during the leadership transition. Key upcoming items include remote broadcasting for a Sacramento Sewer District meeting in October using a new flight pack and organizing election forums with the League of Women Voters. The next Cable Commission meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2026.

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Roll call was taken with Chair Rodriguez and Supervisors Kennedy and Desmond present; Vice-Chair Hume was absent, and Supervisor Serna arrived late, participating after the morning recess. Key Meeting Highlights Adoptable Pet & Shelter Support (Item 1): The meeting opened with the introduction of "Freddy," a shelter dog participating in the "Barks and Recreation" ADA check-out program. To help fund rising animal medical expenses (representing the shelter's second-highest cost), the shelter's non-profit partner launched the "Guardian Circle" donation program, having already contributed over $100,000 toward surgical and treatment needs. Design Review Program Modernization (Item 40): The Board unanimously approved (4-0) administrative zoning amendments to streamline the Countywide Design Review Program. The update narrows the program's scope by eliminating the staff-level "individual" tier and expanding exemptions so that smaller projects like monument signs, like-for-like sign replacements, and minor facade improvements no longer require a design review. It also restructures the Design Review Advisory Committee (DRAC) to eliminate duplicate meetings. Carli Mine Expansion (Item 41): The Board approved a reclamation plan and use permit amendment to add 11 acres of mining area to the Carli Mine site on Eagles Nest Road . Reclaimed land will be returned to open space and grazing, and the applicant will enter Vulcan Materials' cents-per-ton program to fund Vineyard open space and connectivity projects through the Sacramento Valley Conservancy . Florin Road Alcohol License Denial (Item 42): The Board held a contested hearing and voted 3-1 to deny a Type 21 ABC license (off-sale beer, wine, and spirits) for a South Asian specialty grocery market proposed at 8517 Florin Road . Despite the owner's pledge to clean up a blighted lot and accept strict, self-imposed licensing conditions, Supervisors Serna and Kennedy moved to deny the request. They cited severe alcohol license overconcentration in the census tract and the market's close proximity to sensitive areas, including a nearby Safe Stay homeless shelter. Chair Rodriguez dissented. Homeless Service Programs & Audit Debate (Item 43): Homeless Services Director Emily Halcon and Finance Director Chad Rinde presented an extensive report on the county's $56 million homeless service program. System Metrics: The county served over 6,600 unique people last fiscal year, achieving a 43% permanent housing exit rate (exceeding its community target of 42%). System-wide shelter utilization exceeded 90% but faced length-of-stay bottlenecks due to background check processing delays and a tight rental market. Fiscal Auditing: Finance staff completed four comprehensive fiscal audits of non-profit partners in the last 12 months, uncovering common contract issues like late federal single audits, weak subcontractor monitoring, and invoices exceeding accounting records . Debate over a Forensic Audit: Chair Rodriguez advocated for pursuing a massive, countywide "forensic audit" similar to one conducted in King County, Washington, to review all local funding, data, and governance. Supervisors Kennedy and Desmond strongly resisted, arguing that a massive consulting contract would cost an estimated $800,000, cause "data paralysis," and siphon scarce funding away from direct housing and shelter doors . Administrative & Executive Comments (Item 44): The meeting concluded with announcements highlighting that the county's Veteran Services Office relocated to Rancho Cordova (having recouped $11.5 million in retroactive pay for veterans in 2025) . Supervisor Desmond also requested an after-action summary on successful Fourth of July illegal fireworks enforcement in Antelope and Orangevale . The meeting was adjourned at 6:42 PM .

Great ABA staff training is about more than teaching procedures. We want our teams to feel prepared, supported, and confident enough to think critically and make strong clinical decisions. Building that confidence takes time, practice, clear expectations, and ongoing coaching.We explore how Behavior Skills Training (BST) can guide staff development through instruction, modeling, practice, and feedback. Just like learning to ride a bike, watching someone else isn't enough. Staff need opportunities to try skills themselves, make mistakes safely, reflect on their performance, and gradually become more independent.We also talk about creating psychological safety around questions, choosing experienced staff as models, and focusing feedback on what's going well instead of only pointing out what needs improvement. Supervisors can build stronger clinicians by resisting the urge to immediately jump in with the answer and giving staff space to problem solve.When we pair technical training with reflection, curiosity, and meaningful encouragement, we help staff develop skills that last. That confidence can support staff retention, stronger clinical culture, future leadership, and ultimately better outcomes for learners.What's Inside: Using BST, practice, and feedback to build staff competence and confidenceCreating psychological safety while encouraging questions, reflection, and problem solvingFading supervisor support to promote independence and stronger clinical decision-makingMentioned in This Episode:Episode 133: The BST Model – Behavioral Skills TrainingGuiding Your ABA Team: Staff Training that Builds Confidence CEUHowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram

Dawn opens with breaking news from the Lindsay Clancy murder trial as the jury informs the judge they are deadlocked after four days of deliberations. Joined by Larry Mendte, we react to the intense courtroom drama, the prosecution's case, and the disturbing wave of social media support for the accused mother. Larry Mendte expresses his frustration over the lack of focus on the three young victims—Cora, Dawson, and Callan—comparing the public reaction to the disturbing fandom surrounding accused killer Luigi Mangione. Dawn breaks down the horrific Times Square stabbing spree that left a Bank of America executive dead, zeroing in on the nationwide mental health crisis and the policy obstacles preventing dangerous individuals from being removed from the streets. Dawn and Larry examine sanctuary city policies, pointing out how local restrictions prevent law enforcement from tracking citizenship status in criminal reports and calling for federal reform. Dawn turns to national and local headlines, celebrating a major Supreme Court greenlight for the White House East Wing Ballroom construction project. Dawn corrects media missteps regarding project funding, clarifying that private contributions pay for the ballroom while taxpayer dollars only cover critical subterranean security infrastructure. Finally, Dawn addresses local outrage in Bucks County after the Lower Makefield Township Board of Supervisors denied a permit for the traditional 9/11 25th anniversary evening candlelight vigil at the Garden of Reflection, outlining the schedule adjustments made for the upcoming commemoration.

Guest Host: Terry Slatic Major Terry Slatic takes a look at the escalating battle over the future of Measure C, Fresno County's half-cent transportation sales tax, which expires in June 2027. State lawmakers stepped in after the Fresno County Board of Supervisors delayed a citizen-backed replacement measure known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, creating a rare conflict between local and state government. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Host: Terry Slatic Major Terry Slatic takes a look at the escalating battle over the future of Measure C, Fresno County's half-cent transportation sales tax, which expires in June 2027. State lawmakers stepped in after the Fresno County Board of Supervisors delayed a citizen-backed replacement measure known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, creating a rare conflict between local and state government. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burnout Before Licensure: Why Prelicensed Therapist Exhaustion Is a Supervision Problem, Not a Time Management Problem A continuing education episode on prelicensed therapist burnout, clinical supervision, and why early career exhaustion is a systemic problem rather than a time management one. Curt Widhalm, LMFT, and Katie Vernoy, LMFT examine why prelicensed clinicians are entering the mental health workforce already depleted. Client acuity climbed during the pandemic and has not come back down, the least experienced clinicians are frequently assigned the most complex cases, and roughly a third of the work week goes to compliance, tracking, and billing. Add student loan debt, low paid and unpaid associate and practicum roles, and severe evaluation anxiety, and burnout arrives long before licensure. This is not a self-care episode, and Curt and Katie say so at the top: no toxic positivity, no bubble bath prescriptions. They treat prelicensee burnout as a systemic and relational problem, then look at clinical supervision as the place it can realistically be buffered. That includes the supervisor seat, where new supervisors often receive no training in how to supervise, absorb vicarious trauma from every caseload they oversee, and watch as much as 90 percent of the supervision hour get swallowed by administrative work. The back half of the episode is practical. Supervisees get transition rituals, boundary architecture, and a realistic look at managing up. Supervisors get better check-in questions, guidance on modeling vulnerability, and structural adjustments they can make in the next supervision hour. This is a continuing education podcourse. One unit of CE is available through the Modern Therapist Learning Community at moderntherapistcommunity.com. In this episode, we discuss: * Why prelicensed clinicians burn out at higher rates than their licensed colleagues * How burnout presents differently before licensure, as exhaustion, brain fog, and vicarious trauma rather than cynicism * Why treating early career exhaustion as a rite of passage is a supervisory failure * What supervisors are carrying that supervisees rarely see * Concrete strategies supervisees can use without waiting for a supervisor to change * How supervisors can build restorative space into the structure of supervision * Why note lag is a signal of clinical capacity rather than poor organization Timestamps: 00:54 - Why prelicensees arrive already exhausted 02:41 - CE objectives and the systemic frame 09:40 - The data on prelicensed burnout rates 14:26 - The competency trap 17:36 - How burnout looks different before licensure 22:32 - The supervision paradox and the 90 percent problem 29:06 - Strategies for supervisees 37:37 - Strategies for supervisors 50:31 - Case vignette: note lag as a capacity signal 1:04:58 - Key takeaways and call to action Full show notes, references, and CE information: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mtsgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits Voice Over by DW McCann: https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano: https://groomsymusic.com/

Guest Host: Terry Slatic Major Terry Slatic takes a look at the escalating battle over the future of Measure C, Fresno County's half-cent transportation sales tax, which expires in June 2027. State lawmakers stepped in after the Fresno County Board of Supervisors delayed a citizen-backed replacement measure known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, creating a rare conflict between local and state government. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Host: Terry Slatic Major Terry Slatic takes a look at the escalating battle over the future of Measure C, Fresno County's half-cent transportation sales tax, which expires in June 2027. State lawmakers stepped in after the Fresno County Board of Supervisors delayed a citizen-backed replacement measure known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, creating a rare conflict between local and state government. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I see a lot of supervisors working incredibly hard to support their supervisees while still feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or blindsided by preventable problems. Most of the time, it is not because the supervisee is irresponsible. It is because expectations were never turned into systems.In this episode, I talk about the difference between expectations and standards in supervision. Expectations are often invisible. Standards are observable. They are documented, repeatable, and clear enough that nobody has to guess what matters.I walk through some of the most common supervision issues I see, including inconsistent documentation, missing hour tracking, unclear remediation processes, and supervisees who say, “I didn't know.” Then I show you how I think about building systems that reduce confusion and help supervision feel cleaner and more sustainable for everyone involved.In this episode, you'll learn:Why the “perfect” supervision software is not the solutionHow supervisors accidentally create “gotcha moments”What it means to actually review supervisee work consistentlyWhy ethical supervision requires visibility into billing, contracts, and marketingHow the OER framework supports evaluation and remediation conversationsOne of the biggest shifts I want supervisors to make is this: stop assuming people know what is important. If something matters, build a system around it. Make it easy to access, easy to repeat, and easy to review.That is what creates accountability. Not pressure. Not fear. Not micromanagement. Just clean supervision.Want to learn more? Check out this month's free resource from Kate Walker Training. And if you want deeper support around supervision systems, documentation, remediation planning, and ethical business growth, check out the Step It Up Membership.Get your step by step guide to private practice. Because you are too important to lose to not knowing the rules, going broke, burning out, and giving up. #counselorsdontquit. 

Welcome back to the Following Films Podcast.On today's episode, I'm talking with VFX supervisors Paul Lambert and Mag Sarnowska about their work on Project Hail Mary. The film just hit home video, so you can pick it up right now on 4K Blu-ray, DVD, or digital. Honestly, it's easily one of the best movies to come out all year, so if you haven't seen it yet, you need to change that.For those unfamiliar, the movie follows Ryland Grace, a middle school science teacher who wakes up alone on a spaceship with zero memory of who he is or how he got there. As his memory slowly comes back, he realizes he's humanity's last hope to stop an extinction-level threat that's consuming the sun. He has to rely on pure science, trial and error, and an unexpected partnership with an alien engineer named Rocky to figure out a way to save Earth. What makes the film work so well—and why talking to Paul and Mag was so great—is how it grounds all this massive visual scale in practical problem-solving and a genuinely compelling friendship.Before we get into that conversation, today's episode is sponsored by Universal Pictures and their new release, Disclosure Day. That one is also out now on 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD. The movie drops you right into the fallout of humanity discovering we aren't alone, focusing less on grand sci-fi spectacle and more on the chaotic, paranoid scramble of government cover-ups, media frenzy, and how ordinary people handle the rug being pulled out from under reality.The team over at Universal sent over a copy of Disclosure Day on 4K Blu-ray for me to give away to one lucky listener. If you want to win it, just send an email over to editor@followingfilms.com. Make sure you include your full mailing address in the email so I actually know where to ship the disc if your name gets pulled.Also, a quick heads-up for anyone in Arizona. I'll be out at Tucson Comic Con over Labor Day weekend, running from September 4th through September 6th. I'm hosting 13 different panels across the weekend, so if you're planning on attending, check out the schedule, come hang out, and say hello.If you enjoy what we're doing here, take a quick second to leave us a review on whatever app you're listening on, hit that subscribe button, and send this episode to a friend who loves movies.Now, let's jump into my chat with Paul Lambert and Mag Sarnowska.

A monthly check in with the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. We talk elections and an update on Prop 413 with Supervisor Galvin. 

The Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved a $500,000 grant for the the Penn Valley Community Foundation. The money will support public infrastructure for the future Penn Valley Community Center. The 10,000-square-foot space was approved by the Nevada County Planning Commission in June.

Hour 3 (8.21) L.A. County's own report puts the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal at 4,500 film and TV jobs lost over three years — on top of the 52,000 the region has already shed since 2022. And that's if the studios stay. 8:05 PM — Attention, Angelenos. A report to the Board of Supervisors this week from the county's Department of Economic Opportunity and CVL Economics says the Paramount Skydance–Warner Bros. Discovery merger would cost roughly 4,500 direct film and TV jobs in the county, with more than 10,000 total job-years and billions in economic activity at risk. That's the version where the merged company stays here. David Ellison is threatening to move operations to Texas or Tennessee if Rob Bonta won't come to the table by October 1. Bonta and eleven other attorneys general are suing to block the deal, and trial isn't until March. Then a burglary suspect in a Honda Accord led LAPD for over an hour through the Valley — through a CSUN parking structure, through a gas station, T-boned by an innocent driver in Granada Hills — before pulling a U-turn on the 405 and going head-on into a CHP SUV in North Hills. He ran. He didn't get far. 8:20 PM — Leveling Out: come meet Stu Mundel at Dave & Buster's in Orange. Plus the Los Feliz water main that let go at 11 o'clock last night at Commonwealth and Avocado — a six-inch cast iron line that buckled the sidewalk and flooded a restaurant patio. Crews had it back in service by 8 a.m. LADWP says the city averages two to four of these a day, which is either reassuring or the opposite. 8:35 PM — End of week WHIP. Then the tipping point, and we mean it literally: one survey has the average American leaving about $38 a month in tips they didn't want to leave in the first place, and Toast's data across 171,000 restaurants puts the overall average tip at 18.8%, dropping to 13.7% on takeout. Nearly three-quarters of Americans say they're being asked to tip in more places than five years ago. Skip the tip? We take your calls. Plus another chase, this one out of Woodland Hills. 8:50 PM — SeaWorld San Diego turned its Bayside Amphitheater into a Y2K block party. Ying Yang Twins opened the run, Ginuwine, Bow Wow, E-40, Ashanti and Jordin Sparks followed, and Too $hort and Warren G closed it out — all included with park admission, all going viral on TikTok, all with the bay behind the stage. Grandmothers, parents and kids at the same show. How a marine park accidentally built the best throwback series in Southern California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Rutherford, Nelson County Board of Supervisors, and Neil Williamson, President of Free Enterprise Forum, joined Keith Smith & Jerry Miller live on “Real Talk With Keith Smith” powered by YES Realty Partners and Yonna Smith! “Real Talk” airs every Friday from 10:15 am – 11 am on The I Love CVille Network! “Real Talk With Keith Smith” is presented by El Mariachi Mexican Bar & Grill, Fincham & Associates, Inc., Free Enterprise Forum, Intrastate Service Co, Mejicali, Tailored Closet, Premier Garage, Budget Blinds and YES Realty Partners.

AI went from a "someday" conversation to a "this week" conversation very quickly. Clinicians, supervisors, agencies, and clients are already using it, sometimes before anyone has stopped to discuss privacy, consent, or documentation.In this episode, I look at AI use from two directions. First, I talk about how clinicians are using AI to record sessions, draft notes, generate treatment plans, and communicate with clients. Then I look at what happens when clients bring AI-generated diagnoses, symptom lists, or recommendations into the therapy room.I am not here to tell you whether AI is good or bad. I want to help you ask better questions so you can make ethical, documented decisions that protect your clients and your license.In this episode, we cover:Why removing a client's name does not automatically remove protected health informationWhat clinicians should ask before using an AI vendor, even when the company signs a BAAHow to clearly explain AI use instead of burying it in an informed consent documentHow supervisors can help clinicians respond when clients bring AI-generated information into therapyAI is becoming part of our everyday systems. That does not mean we stop thinking critically about how it works.Review your consent forms. Review your supervision contract. Ask vendors how they store, use, and delete client information. Most importantly, make sure your clients understand what technology is being used and whether they have a choice.When clients use AI, stay curious. You can help them examine the information without shaming them or automatically accepting everything the technology generated.Want to learn more? Check out this month's free resource from Kate Walker Training. Want deeper support as you navigate AI, documentation, informed consent, and supervision systems? Inside the Step It Up Membership, I help therapists and supervisors think through the ethical and operational decisions that protect clients, strengthen documentation, and support sustainable practice growth.Get your step by step guide to private practice. Because you are too important to lose to not knowing the rules, going broke, burning out, and giving up. #counselorsdontquit. 

First, the EPA was in Imperial County to meet with the public over the New River crisis. They say they'll bring the same urgency to the New River crisis, as the Tijuana River crisis. Then, a campaign to teach patients and families about hospice care. And, a new website to help find child care. The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is moving forward with anti-corruption measures. Plus, The Midnight Pine is playing its last show.

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to ban ICE and CBP from using the county's two firing ranges to train their officers. San Diego City crews are already working to clear storm channels ahead of projected El Niño storms this winter. With the San Diego Padres sale finalized, Kwanza Jones has become the first black majority team owner in MLB history.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Wednesday. 

Supervisors of Election Vicky Oakes joins us to discuss tomorrow's Primary Election

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 28, 2026, focused on property and business improvement district updates, a major energy efficiency pilot project that faced scrutiny, and the county's shifting approach to staffing and technology. Community and Administrative Presentations Adoptable Pet Update: The meeting opened with Roxy, a two-year-old medium-sized stray dog who had successfully recovered from medical treatment and was available for adoption. The Animal Care Services department also highlighted their nomination for "Sacramento Favorites" in several categories. Youth Commission Annual Report: The 15-member advisory board presented their work across six subcommittees, including environmental advocacy (planting 10 trees with 30 volunteers) and academic stress. The Board and staff emphasized the importance of connecting the commission with the Registrar of Voters to improve youth voter pre-registration and turnout. Public Safety and Budgetary Matters PBID Annual Reports: The Board approved 2025 annual reports and 2026-27 assessments for six Property and Business Improvement Districts (PBIDs): Antelope, Arden Arcade, Carmichael, Florin Road, Fulton Avenue, and Watt Avenue. Executive Directors reported on the success of private security patrols and massive trash removal efforts (e.g., 45 tons in Carmichael). Staffing and AI Innovation: Personnel Services reported a stable county vacancy rate of 8.59%, down from 12.3% two years ago. To manage workloads despite position cuts, the county is aggressively implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, including a new classification and compensation analysis process that reduces tasks from weeks to hours. Utility Liens: The Board held public hearings and approved transferring delinquent service charges (solid waste, storm drain, and water) to the property tax rolls for collection. Key Policy Debates and Continuances Pilot Energy Savings Project: A proposed contract with Willdan Energy Solutions for energy efficiency and electrification at 799 G Street and 711 G Street was continued following significant Board concerns. Building Longevity: Supervisor Serna questioned the wisdom of investing in the aging 711 G Street building, suggesting it might be razed for downtown redevelopment within 25 years. Solar Limitations: Supervisor Hume expressed dismay that SMUD infrastructure limitations prevented the inclusion of solar carports or rooftop panels in the downtown project area. Legislative Advocacy Protocols: Chair Rodriguez requested a formal review of how Board members are selected to participate in legislative advocacy to ensure the governance framework is applied equally to all supervisors. Agency Updates SHRA Audit: The Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency provided an update on its 2024 Single Audit, noting that all five federal award findings requiring corrective action have been cleared. "The Board Report": The County Executive introduced a new short-form video series designed to provide residents and reporters with quick recaps of top agenda items for social media platforms. The meeting was adjourned at 3:28 p.m.

The Planning Commission held a workshop on a major housing streamlining package and moved to align the county's ADU rules with state mandates. Housing and Infill Workshop: Staff presented proposed amendments to the zoning code aimed at meeting the state-mandated target of 2,700 housing units per year. Multifamily and Neighborhood Scale: The plan proposes allowing triplexes and fourplexes by right in the RT-7 zone to encourage "missing middle" housing. The Parking Debate: A proposal to reduce minimum parking requirements to one space per unit sparked debate. Commissioners expressed concern that current suburban developments already suffer from excessive street parking, while housing advocates argued that high parking requirements are an "inefficient use of land". CPAC Appeal Fees: A controversial proposal to charge Community Planning Advisory Councils (CPACs) a $4,000 fee to appeal residential projects was met with resistance. Commissioners argued this could create a financial barrier to community engagement, though developers argued it would hold CPACs accountable for "unreasonable" appeals. Commercial Corridors: An overlay was proposed for eight corridors (including Florin Road West and Stockton Boulevard) to prohibit auto-centric uses like RV storage and car washes in favor of walkable, mixed-use residential developments. Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance Repeal: The Commission recommended the Board of Supervisors repeal the county's local ADU ordinance. Because state laws regarding ADUs change annually, the county has struggled to keep its local code compliant. By repealing the ordinance, the county will now defer directly to state law provisions, utilizing a "Zoning Code User Guide" for administrative updates. Agricultural Accessory Dwellings (AARDs): To protect residents in agricultural and recreational zones where state ADU law may not apply, the county proposed a local allowance for up to two detached "AARDs" per lot. Upcoming Agenda: The Director reported that the August 24 meeting will include a controversial appeal regarding a proposed "kill floor" slaughterhouse project in Rio Linda.  

Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024, ultimately pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges on August 14, 2026, after ABC News initially reported that a plea agreement was expected. Fresno County has launched a high-stakes legal fight over the Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation-tax initiative, arguing that AB 1923 unlawfully forced a local measure onto the November ballot. While the Board of Supervisors wants the vote delayed until March 2028, Elections Clerk James Kus says state law requires a November election. The ultimate decision will likely rest with a judge in the coming weeks. The debate over Flock license-plate cameras and other surveillance technology in Fresno is continuing, and Fresno police are now considering a program that could significantly expand the number of cameras available to law enforcement through voluntary participation by residents and neighborhoods. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024, ultimately pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges on August 14, 2026, after ABC News initially reported that a plea agreement was expected. Fresno County has launched a high-stakes legal fight over the Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation-tax initiative, arguing that AB 1923 unlawfully forced a local measure onto the November ballot. While the Board of Supervisors wants the vote delayed until March 2028, Elections Clerk James Kus says state law requires a November election. The ultimate decision will likely rest with a judge in the coming weeks. The debate over Flock license-plate cameras and other surveillance technology in Fresno is continuing, and Fresno police are now considering a program that could significantly expand the number of cameras available to law enforcement through voluntary participation by residents and neighborhoods. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walk Bike Berkeley organizer Ben Gerhardstein on why Berkeley needs the Hopkins Ave protected bike lane they fought for so long to get and finally won, and why the opposition was so vitriolic. (2:15) A recent study, “Beyond Cyclists,” finds that support for and opposition to cycling infrastructure don't always follow intuitive lines, and the ways pro-bike arguments are framed matters. Quebecois researchers Jérôme Laviolette, Kevin Manaugh, Owen Waygood unpack their study https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0967070X26003057. (6:30) Our bike lawyer Jim Pocrass talks with our news anchor, Stacey Randecker, about her e-bike crash, her medical treatment, her settlement, and why every document mattered. (35:05) News: Amazon responds to Mamdani's cease-and-desist letter https://thehill.com/business/6017218-amazon-new-york-mamdani-e-bikes/. A Boston City Official Wants Cars To Stop Blocking Bike Lanes And Crosswalks https://wbznewsradio.iheart.com/content/boston-city-official-wants-cars-to-stop-blocking-bike-lanes-and-crosswalks/. Durham Dedicates $1M To Protecting Bike Lanes https://indyweek.com/news/durham-dedicates-1m-to-protecting-bike-lanes/. UT Austin officials say a new mobility plan is coming as cyclists worry about potential bike ban https://www.kut.org/text/transportation/2026-08-06/austin-tx-university-of-texas-campus-speedway-bike-ban-cycling-pedestrians. (44:30) Fresno County's Board of Supervisors buried Measure C, a transportation tax favoring local roads and transit over freeway expansion, using a procedural trick. A law just signed by California Governor Newsom would foil the Board and put Measure C on Fresno's ballot in November. The Supes plan to sue, claiming the law is unconstitutional. Fresnoland's Editor in Chief Danielle Bergstrom reports. https://fresnoland.org/2026/08/06/the-fight-has-just-begun/. (47:35)

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. In this episode, James and Ryan unpack a simple but powerful metaphor for adult romantic bonds: the red hat (emotional system), blue hat (caregiving system), and purple hat (sexual system). Drawing on attachment science from Phil Shaver, Mario Mikulincer, and Sue Johnson, they show how these three behavioral systems interact in-session and at home—and why you “can't red-hat your way into connection.” You'll hear vivid clinical examples, live-process reflections, and practical language you can bring straight to your couples, helping them see their cycle, name their hats, and take the first small blue-hat risks that change everything. 1. The Three Behavioral Systems = Three Hats Red Hat = Emotional System The hardwired system that signals inner experience—distress, pain, longings—outward. “Red” is not bad; it's the channel for “something is happening in me; I need you to see it.” Blue Hat = Caregiving System The instinct to turn toward another's distress: to be accessible, responsive, and engaged. In EFT terms, this is the responsive other—and it's what actually creates and maintains bond. Purple Hat = Sexual System The system driving touch, pleasure, and erotic connection in adult romantic bonds. Not an “add-on” after emotions are fixed, but a co-equal system that interacts with red and blue. 2. You Can't “Red-Hat” Your Way into Connection When both partners stay in red, they're each sending signals but no one is picking up the phone. That red‑vs‑red pattern feels like: competing for whose pain “counts,” chronic explaining, convincing, and defending, more loneliness after talking than before. Without at least a little blue hat, the bond cannot form or repair—no matter how much content is shared. 3. The Blue Hat Is Vulnerable Work—for Clients and Clinicians Putting on the blue hat requires a yielding move (Jim Coan's language): setting your own swirl aside for a moment, letting the other's pain actually touch you, allowing yourself to be impacted and guided by their inner world. For many partners (especially withdrawers), caregiving is wired to feel like a set-up for failure: “Every invitation is just another chance to get it wrong.” They often pull their heart back to protect against repeated failure. As a therapist or coach, you are meant to wear the blue hat for everyone in the room: If your compassion goes offline for one partner, the cycle has pulled you into red. Your temporary blue hat often “bridges” when a partner can't yet offer that responsiveness. 4. Red, Blue, and Purple Are Interlocking Cogs, Not a Straight Line Traditional framing: fix the emotional system first, and the sexual system will naturally follow. This episode offers a more mutual, systemic view: Secure emotional connection supports satisfying sexual connection. Blocked or painful sexual dynamics also make emotional safety harder. Deep, responsive sexual moments can reinforce emotional security, and vice versa. Think of the systems as interlocked gears: when one jams (emotion, caregiving, or sex), the others feel the strain. 5. Simple Metaphor, Heavy Theory Behind It The hat model is a front-door metaphor for clients that quietly carries: attachment research (5,000+ studies), Shaver & Mikulincer's work on adult bonding systems, Sue Johnson's emphasis on responsiveness as the core of love. Instead of teaching full attachment theory to clients who “can't even sit on the same couch,” you: offer two or three hats they can remember in the heat of the moment, help them name when they're switching hats, and anchor micro-interventions: “Right now, everyone has the red hat on. Who can risk 1% of a blue hat?” 6. Seeing the Cycle = Regaining Choice Clients cannot change what they cannot see; “hats” give them a shared language to see it. Therapists can track: When red turns from “open red” (vulnerable sharing) into “shadow red” (mistrust, blame, vague signals). When a partner briefly has a blue hat on and then flips back into red. When sexual bids (purple) are met with blue (healing) vs met with red (rejection, mistrust). Even a 1% blue-hat response (e.g., “I can see how hard that is for you”) can be enough to create real hope. 7. Beyond the Couch: A Call for More Blue Hats in the Culture The same red‑vs‑red dynamic shows up at the societal level: “My red hat is bigger/more legitimate than your red hat.” Lots of pain, very few reliable blue hats. The episode frames EFT and attachment science as world-facing work: inviting more blue‑hat moments in communities, justice spaces, and public conversations, honoring community leaders who quietly build learning communities that increase quality of care everywhere. We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples.    Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!

By a 3-2 vote the Fresno County Board of Supervisors are suing the state of California and Fresno County Registrar of Voters James Kus over the passage of AB1923. The bill forces the "Better Roads, Safer Streets" measure on to the November ballot. They call it an unconstitutional power grab by the state. Stan calls in and Blake reads him the riot act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 on August 11 to file a lawsuit challenging AB 1923, a new California law that requires Fresno County to place a Measure C replacement transportation tax initiative on the November 2026 ballot. The supervisors supporting the lawsuit argue the law is unconstitutional and improperly interferes with local government authority. A New York judge has ruled that the jury in the upcoming state murder trial of Luigi Mangione will remain anonymous, citing the extraordinary public attention surrounding the case. The judge also approved an overflow courtroom so additional members of the press and public can watch the proceedings if the main courtroom reaches capacity. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno County's battle over the Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation tax has escalated into a legal and political showdown involving the Fresno County Board of Supervisors, Gov. Gavin Newsom, Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters James Kus, and Fresno city leaders. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bo and Beth welcome Cyber Security Expert Theresa Payton as they discuss the latest strategy being used by hackers, Mark Zuckerberg's op-ed on A.I. and a healthcare providers' Facebook page was hacked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 on August 11 to file a lawsuit challenging AB 1923, a new California law that requires Fresno County to place a Measure C replacement transportation tax initiative on the November 2026 ballot. The supervisors supporting the lawsuit argue the law is unconstitutional and improperly interferes with local government authority. A New York judge has ruled that the jury in the upcoming state murder trial of Luigi Mangione will remain anonymous, citing the extraordinary public attention surrounding the case. The judge also approved an overflow courtroom so additional members of the press and public can watch the proceedings if the main courtroom reaches capacity. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest host John Gerardi breaks down the Better Roads, Safe Streets report released today and what it means for Fresno County as the Board of Supervisors reviews its findings. August 11th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ | Website | Facebook | Podcast | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an interview Tuesday with John Broeske and Jeff Aiello, Mayor Dyer suggested voters vote yes on both road tax measures while promising we will not be taxed twice. Last week Dyer shelved the city's tax proposal after Gov. Newsom signed AB1923. But after some Supervisors threatened to sue, Dyer reversed course and put his plan back on the ballot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Aug. 10, 2026, directing federal health agencies to revise aspects of childhood vaccine policy and expand vaccine research. The move aligns with views long promoted by Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite longstanding scientific consensus that vaccines do not cause autism. The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is considering new rules that would regulate how media organizations cover board meetings, citing increased attendance and larger crowds at recent high-profile public meetings. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. In this episode of The Leading Edge in EFT, James Hawkins and Ryan Reyna tackle one of the trickiest tensions in therapy: how to work with distortion and meaning-making without gaslighting your client—especially tender pursuers and highly protected withdrawers. Using a vivid “watermelon vs. hot sauce” metaphor, they unpack what happens when one partner intends care, but the other receives danger. They explore why the brain distorts on purpose in the name of survival, how to keep honoring the client's emotional reality, and how to redirect blame away from partners and back to the negative cycle as the true enemy. You'll hear a powerful reframe that replaces the potentially invalidating, “What's the story you're telling yourself?” with a cleaner, safer question: “When you see Trigger X, what message does the cycle send to you about how your partner sees you?” James and Ryan apply this lens not just to couples, but also to race, marginalization, and societal conversations, illustrating how attempts to “correct the facts” can land as gaslighting when bodies are carrying generations of threat. They share moving examples of Stage 2 and Stage 3 work where partners begin catching and correcting the cycle on their own—creating “cycle killer” moments that change everything. If you're an EFT therapist, trauma-informed clinician, or a partner trying to understand your own reactions, this episode will help you honor emotion, respect meaning-making, and still gently face distortion—without shaming or silencing anyone. Top Takeaways  “Distortion” in EFT ≠ Fake or Irrational Emotion Emotions are never irrational; they always make sense in context. What may be “distorted” is the meaning-making or thinking, not the feeling. Watermelon vs. Hot Sauce Metaphor One partner offers something meant to be sweet and refreshing (watermelon). The other experiences it as danger or attack (hot sauce). This gap often comes from old injuries, expectations of being hurt, and the cycle, not badness in either partner. Why “What's the Story You Tell Yourself?” Can Feel Like Gaslighting Although poetic, it can land as, “This is just in your head; you're making it up.” For pursuers especially, this repeats a long history of being told they're “too much” or “misreading reality.” A Safer, Cleaner Clinical Question Instead of: “What's the story you're telling yourself?” Use: “When you see Trigger X, what message does the cycle send to you about how your partner sees you?” This question: Honors the client's internal world and logic. Externalizes the problem to the cycle, not the partner. Protects both partners from blame and shame. The Cycle as the Real Distorter The negative cycle becomes the “third entity” that scrambles messages. Seeing the cycle as the enemy helps the therapist stay out of the triangle and helps partners fight the cycle, not each other. Expected Pain Is Real Pain (Jim Coan's Research) The brain responds to anticipated threat almost as if it already happened. So even if words are technically “distorted,” the body's reaction is real and valid. The limbic system amplifies signals to protect, not to be dramatic. Clinical Target: Lean Into Pain, Not Cognitive Correction If you pivot too fast to “self-reflection” or cognitive reframe, you may move away from the raw pain where the best enactments live. Staying with the pain supports deeper Stage 2 work and more powerful enactments. Personal vs. Clinical Use of Self-Reflection Personally, it's healthy to ask, “Is this really what they meant, or is this my story?” Clinically, putting that question on the client too soon can feel invalidating and gaslighting. Application to Race, Marginalization, and Power When someone names patterns of racism or marginalization, responding only with “facts” and statistics often lands as, “You're crazy; that's not real.” Bodies encode generational and societal cycles, so their threat response has good reasons. Saying, “I can see good reasons your brain codes it this way,” is deeply regulating and dignifying. Stage 2 & Stage 3: “Cycle Killer” Moments In de-escalated couples, partners begin to say things like: “This might be my stuff coming up, but here's what happens for me…” “You don't have to put that part of you away—let's make space for your fear and my optimism.” These are Stage 3 moments where partners catch and correct the cycle themselves—sometimes without therapist intervention. Therapist Posture: Genuine Blame on the Cycle Effective EFT therapists truly believe that “this is the cycle, not their character.” Repeated exposure to Stage 2/3 couples reshapes the therapist's internal frame, making it easier to hold the externalized cycle under pressure. Therapist Self-Care and Embodiment Therapy is hard on bodies, not just minds. Ryan and James emphasize physical health practices (walking, gym, etc.) as non-optional for therapists. Our bodies are the instrument we bring into the room. From the Couch to the Culture The same principles that de-escalate couples can transform societal conversations—about race, oppression, and power. As Bruce Perry urges, therapists are invited to take what they witness in session and amplify it into the world We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. 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Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1923 into law on Aug. 6, 2026, ensuring that Fresno County's proposed transportation sales tax measure, known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, will appear on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot despite efforts by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors to delay it. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1923, ensuring Fresno County’s Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation tax measure appears on the November ballot despite the Board of Supervisors’ vote to delay it for further study. Supervisors Garry Bredefeld and Buddy Mendes blasted the move as an attack on local control and are threatening litigation. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EXCLUSIVE: Supervisors Garry Bredefeld and Buddy Mendes react after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1923, ensuring Fresno County’s Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation tax measure appears on the November ballot despite the Board of Supervisors’ vote to delay it for further study. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Two Central Valley state lawmakers have introduced legislation that would require Fresno County to put a Measure C replacement before voters this November, reviving an effort that appeared stalled after action by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. CalMatters reports that California has expanded and permanently established its Farm to School program, which connects schools with local farms to provide fresher meals, agricultural education, and culinary training. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Central Valley Republicans, Ali Macedo and David Tangipa, are now leading the Assembly GOP. Is that good news for the Valley? Health officials in the Central Valley are monitoring approximately 140 farmworkers who recently traveled from Arizona to California after being exposed to measles during an outbreak in Arizona. The workers have relocated to Fresno, Madera, and Merced counties, where public health agencies are tracking them for symptoms. Two Central Valley state lawmakers have introduced legislation that would require Fresno County to put a Measure C replacement before voters this November, reviving an effort that appeared stalled after action by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A state ombudsman ruling sends an investigation initiated by Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes back to the Cochise County Board of Supervisors, reopening questions about the county’s handling of the case and what happens next.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.