Podcasts about texas state senate

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Wednesday, April 16th, 2025: Steve gives Junior a pep talk as he prepares to speak before the Texas State Senate on new Sickle Cell legislation. Michelle Obama addresses speculation that she and the former President are getting a divorce. A$AP Rocky says he knew Rihanna was in the courtroom for his acquittal...find out how. The crew discuss classic TV shows and singing groups they would bring back. There's another crazy Strawberry Letter, Ask The CLO, Would You Rather, & more!Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here comes election season! This episode, hear from newest and youngest member of the Texas State Senate, registered nurse Senator Molly Cook, about how showing up is the first step in getting involved in politics and policy. Then, get an inside look at the experience of nursing students today, and hear from a new nurse about her journey so far. These stories and more, only on the Texas Nurses Podcast!

On Tuesday's show: CenterPoint Energy faced another hearing on Monday related to its response to power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. We find out what was said before a Texas State Senate special committee and the potential implications.Also this hour: For more than a decade, Joe Holley has written a column called Native Texan for the Houston Chronicle, which tells the stories of some of the known and unknown legends of Texas. The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer has a new collection of some of those columns called Native Texan: Stories from Deep in the Heart. Holley joins us ahead of an event at Brazos Bookstore tonight.Then, with the Olympics underway, we continue to share examples of some of the summer Olympic sports played in Houston, continuing with a visit to West Houston Archery.And we continue our series on museums and other attractions to visit around the area with a trip to the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

Garrett dissects the current state of the Republican Party, from the influence of Donald Trump to the significance of various state leaders like Governor Abbott, Ken Paxton, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Speaker Dave Phelan. With the recent primaries behind us, Garrett emphasizes the importance of addressing critical issues like school choice, strategies for winning general elections, and the potential impact of corruption on Republican unity. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in the tactical decisions shaping the future of Texas politics.Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast

Rogue “Political” Texas State Bar ExposedJace Yarbrough Interview: Candidate for Texas State Senate SD 30Further Fallout From 2020 Election: Israel Abandoned by America Trump's Charade Trial Raises America's Banana Republic RatingBerkeley's conundrum: Israel, Palestinian Protest & Free SpeechFollow Debbie Georgatos!WEBSITE: http://americacanwetalk.orgFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/AmericaCanWeTalkAmerica Can We Talk is a show with a mission — to speak up for the extraordinary and unique greatness of America. I talk about the top issues of the day facing America, often with insightful guests, always from the perspective of furthering that mission, and with the goal to inspire listeners to celebrate and embrace the liberty on which America was founded. #AmericaMatters

Earlier in March, we participated in the annual Unified Jam - a political discussion and gathering event hosted by the progressive organizing social media network Unified - in the midst of Spring festival season in Austin. In this first of two panel sessions we're presenting in podcast form, introduced by Unified CEO Shion Deysarkar and moderated by our own Chris Mosser, we meet three young Texas women who've been in the thick of running for office in 2024, and they openly shared the many ups, and difficult but manageable downs, of navigating the campaign trail in Texas. Molly Cook is in the May runoff election for the Texas State Senate seat vacated by new Houston Mayor John Whitmire, Ashika Ganguly is a candidate for Austin City Council District 10, seeking to replace the term-limited Alison Alter, and Angel Carroll, while coming up short in her primary for House District 52, is in it for the long haul and will certainly be on a ballot near you in coming years. A great and inspiring conversation for YOU, if you've thought about running for something - let's do it! More on Unified at https://www.joinunified.us/. Thanks for listening! Find out more about how to support Progress Texas this all-important election year at https://progresstexas.org/.

Kent Hance served 6 years in the House from West Texas, was Chair of the Texas Railroad Commission, and had an 8-year tenure as Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System - but his most famous political accomplishment is as the only person to ever defeat George W. Bush in a political campaign. He also hosts his own podcast, The Best Storyteller in Texas, where he mines his favorite political stories and weighs in on the news of the day. In this conversation, Chancellor Kent Hance talks about his famous 1978 win over George W. Bush in an open-seat congressional...his preceding time in the Texas State Senate, his time in the House carrying landmark legislation for President Reagan, running statewide, helming a major public university system, memories of iconic political figures, and some of his best stories from 6+ decades in politics.IN THIS EPISODE...Growing up in rural West Texas...How the books his mother chose to read to him as a child led to a lifelong interest politics...A Kent Hance best-practice for avoiding troublemakers at town hall meetings...How he took on a West Texas political machine to beat a sitting State Senator in 1974...Chancellor Hance shares his memories of iconic Texas political figures John Connally, Lloyd Bentsen, and Ann Richards...Going in-depth about his good friend and former colleague, Congresswoman Charlie Wilson...How Kent Hance beat George W. Bush for Congress in an open seat race in 1978...The 1978 Hance campaign tactic that stuck with George W. Bush for 30+ years...Memories of sponsoring President Reagan's historic, controversial tax cut in the early 1980s.Highlighting a major difference in the leadership style of Presidents Reagan and Trump...Coming up short running for Senate in 1984...Demystifying what it's like serving on the Texas Railroad Commission...What led to becoming Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System...The curveball of the Texas Tech football coach he helped hire becoming now-US Senator Tommy Tuberville...AND $1.2 Billion, AT&T, Jodey Arrington, Coalter Baker, Jim Baker, bank charters, Choc Blanchard, Doc Blanchard, Laura Bush, The Committee for the Survival of a Free Congress, Barber Conable, dealmakers, Bob Dole, Ken Duberstein, Phil Gramm, hardcore Navy guys, Tommy Joe Harrison, hating Communists, Chic Hecht, Vic Henry, Bill Hobby, Lee Iacocca, Jack Kemp, LBJ, Little Britches, George Mahon, mail carriers, Wilbur Mills, Walter Mondale, the New England Journal of Medicine, Don Pease, Sam Rayburn, Walter Rogers, Dan Rostenkowski, Preston Smith, talking heads, trial lawyers, Donald Trump, Paul Weyrich, whipping the Russians, Clayton Williams, windfall profits tax...& more!

Molly Cook has paid her dues roaming the halls of the Texas Legislature in Austin and activating her community. She is ready for the Texas State Senate. AOC challenges AIPAC, the seeming arm of US Foreign Policy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsdoneright/message

A discussion with the Texas State Senate candidate from SD 30, Jace Yarbrough! For more about Jace: JaceForTexas.com Episode sponsor: Watchtower Firearms, LLC. https://bit.ly/3sOQqap This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit allenwest.substack.com/subscribe

Paul Bettencourt is an American politician and businessman based out of Houston, Texas, who serves as a Republican member of the Texas State Senate from District 7. On January 13, 2015, he succeeded state Senator Dan Patrick of Houston, who successfully ran for Lieutenant Governor of Texas.

In the sixth episode of Houston Law Nerd Podcast, I sit down with Attorney Joe Jaworski of Galveston, Texas. His firm website is https://jaworskilawfirm.com/. Listen in and learn while we discuss a number of topics including his early career in civil practice including a coveted Fifth Circuit Clerkship, his practice as a civil litigator in a large law firm, his transition to a full-time mediator with a specialized expertise in Defense Base Act Claims among other areas, his tips for attorneys and former judges wishing to open  a mediation practice, his public service with the City of Galveston, including as a City Councilman and Mayor, and his favorite courtroom movies, among other topics.Email me with questions, comments, or suggestions for guests at HoustonLawNerd@gmail.com.

The Texas State Senate transformed into a court of impeachment for the first time in nearly 50 years. Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton pleaded not guilty to 16 charges including bribery, obstruction of justice, conspiracy and abuse of the public's trust. Amna Nawaz discussed the trial with Tony Plohetski of the Austin American-Statesman. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The Texas State Senate transformed into a court of impeachment for the first time in nearly 50 years. Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton pleaded not guilty to 16 charges including bribery, obstruction of justice, conspiracy and abuse of the public's trust. Amna Nawaz discussed the trial with Tony Plohetski of the Austin American-Statesman. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Year Zero is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.A small group of writers attended two conferences on gender held concurrently in Killarney, Ireland in April. One was the annual meeting of the European affiliate of the World Professional Association of Transgender Health, known as EPATH. The other was the first gathering of an upstart organization called Genspect, which declared itself a rival to WPATH by scheduling a conference right down the road. Genspect urges an open-ended and exploratory approach to gender distress that contrasts with the immediate affirmation and push to medicalize that characterizes the WPATH model. Eliza Mondegreen wrote two reports on those conferences. Lisa Selin Davis did the same. Corinna Cohn, who began a course of estrogen at 18 and underwent sex reassignment surgery at 19, is the author of a Washington Post op-ed describing transition regret and has been active in seeking a carefully gatekept diagnostic protocol for gender dysphoric patients. Cohn testified before the Texas State Senate in support of a ban on pediatric gender medicine, telling Texas lawmakers “My heart breaks for the young people who are being lied to by well-meaning enablers, as they will need to learn the same painful lesson that I learned.” The lawmakers that Cohn addressed voted to approve passage of the ban on medically transitioning minors that Cohn had urged them to support. Readers of both Davis' and Mondegreen's post on the EPATH conference know they arrived at very different assessments of the event, with Davis finding grounds to be encouraged and hopeful, while Mondegreen came away with a bleaker prospect. I will also be weighing in on what I thought and felt while witnessing the inauguration of a new chapter in the unfolding story of the Twilight Zone-like unreality that has enveloped the Western world. In this chapter, the forces of reason and reality begin to challenge the enormous agglomeration of wealth, power, and influence that has been deployed on behalf of the obscurantism and error that currently masquerades as the vanguard of humanity. Prior to the composition of those pieces, Davis, Mondegreen, Cohn, and I met on the last night of the Genspect conference to debrief and share our impressions. There is a spontaneity and immediacy to these exchanges worth experiencing even for those who have already read Mondegreen's and Davis' posts. Audio is free to listen to; paid subscribers have access to a transcript. I'll also be releasing an abridged version of the exchange on YouTube and Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wesleyyang.substack.com/subscribe

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Kat Edmonson joins Matt to discusschoosing the right environment to spark and capture inspiration,coping with criticism and expectations in high-exposure performance opportunities,gaining strength through improvement, perseverance, and creativity,realizing one's authentic aspirations and pursuing a new path, andfinding meaning and balance that transcends the public persona.  Kat Edmonson is an award-winning songwriter and singer "with an equal foothold in jazz, cabaret, and vintage cosmopolitanism pop" (The New York Times). She has been featured on Austin City Limits, Tiny Desk Concerts, A Prairie Home Companion, and The Late Show.The New York Times describes her music as "fresh as a spring bouquet," while NPR says, "Hearing Edmonson makes it virtually impossible to do anything but stop and listen."Kat holds a deep and longstanding commitment to creating the highest quality recordings possible, working with multi-GRAMMY®-award-winning producers and audio engineer legends Frank Filipetti, Fernando Lodeiro, Ed Cherney, Phil Ramone, and the recording giant Al Schmitt (24-time-GRAMMY®-award-winner) who said of Kat, "She is a tremendous talent … with a style and charm that reaches fans in the worlds of blues, rock, pop, and beyond."In 2013, The Songwriters Hall of Fame awarded Kat the Abe Olman Scholarship Award for Excellence in Songwriting. "Intuitive about melody and handy with a turn of phrase (The New York Times), the songsmith has been writing since she was a little girl, having published over 40 songs. JAZZIZ magazine says, "…her lasting contribution might very well be her songs." NPR says, "She's a savvy student of '60s film soundtracks, jazz-pop stylists, and Brill Building songcraft, nodding to her influences at every turn. But her take on those stylized musical languages is so fresh and fluent that the referencing never feels cumbersome." Her original song "Lucky" was featured in the Coca-Cola "Footprints" ad from the 2014 Winter Olympics.The Texas native began crafting her signature sound while performing in Austin's local club circuit for years before releasing her debut LP, Take To The Sky, in 2009. In addition to her headline tours, Kat has gone on the road in support of Lyle Lovett, Chris Isaak, Gary Clark, Jr., Jaime Cullum, and Shawn Colvin and has opened shows for Smokey Robinson, George Benson, Amos Lee, Michael Kiwanuka, Asleep at the Wheel, Nick Lowe, and Willie Nelson.Kat Edmonson lives in New York.In winter 2022, Kat made her theatrical debut in "The Hang,": a new jazz opera by Taylor Mac and Matt Ray. Upon its opening, the off-off Broadway show received "Critic's Pick" in The New York Times, highlighting Kat's "extraordinary artistry." About her performance, Vulture praises the burgeoning actress for her "weightless, soaring scat arias," The Wrap says, "Kat Edmonson emerges as the Teresa Stratus of off-off-Broadway." "The Hang" imagines the final hours of the life of Socrates as he asks his friends to use every moment left to think on virtue.Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the "Piano Man" in the First National Tour of Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on PerformaSupport the show

Using Ai to Build Cases Against Donald Trump or Joe Biden5/10/23Antonio wants to teach you Ai smartly and intelligently with growing and trending topicsA New York jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually assaulting and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll, ordering him to pay her $5 million in damages President Biden's fiscal year 2024 tax proposal would impose new taxes on unearned income, while improving the child tax creditHow to Use Ai to Create a DefenseGo to ChatGPTGet 1 or 2 articles concerning what you're interested in knowing about, enter it into ChatGPT, and ask for all the major points of the articlesYou cannot legislate righteousnessWrite a letter to your state senatorAsk ChatGPT to help you write a letter to your senatorPrompt ExampleMy name is Antonio T Smith Jr and I want to write a letter to Senator Mayes Middleton: District 11, who is my Texas Representative. I want my letter to include these ten points which are as follows:[Insert points]Please write a letter that shows my disagreement and concern with President Joe Biden's credit proposal. Make me sound both intelligent and concerned. And use my returning address as [insert your address]Antonio's Letter to His State Senator [Your Name]Antonio T. Smith Jr.509 Laurel Street, #1466La Marque, Texas [ZIP Code][Date]Senator Mayes MiddletonTexas State SenateDistrict 11P.O. Box 12068Austin, Texas 78711-2068Dear Senator Middleton,I hope this letter finds you well. As a concerned citizen and resident of District 11, I am writing to express my disagreement and apprehension regarding President Joe Biden's recent credit proposal. While I understand the intention behind the proposal is to protect consumers and create a fairer credit system, I believe there are several points that need to be carefully considered.Firstly, although the President has proposed slashing credit card late fees, I am concerned that this action may inadvertently encourage irresponsible borrowing and spending habits. Financial institutions may also respond by increasing interest rates or introducing new fees to compensate for the loss in revenue.Secondly, the proposal to change the credit scoring system may have unintended consequences. While I acknowledge that the current system has its flaws, such as a lack of transparency and the presence of racial biases, completely overhauling it may create uncertainty and instability in the lending market.The creation of a new, federally-backed credit bureau within the CFPB is an ambitious plan, but its implementation may be challenging and time-consuming. Moreover, including non-traditional sources of credit data, such as rental history and utility bills, may not be a comprehensive solution to addressing the existing issues with credit reporting.Additionally, shutting down the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) and replacing them with a public Credit Reporting Agency (CRA) may not be the most effective approach. Instead, focusing on improving the current system and holding credit bureaus accountable for their practices could be more beneficial in the long run.Lastly, while the new public body may sit alongside existing bureaus rather than replace them entirely, the transition process and its impact on consumers and lenders remain uncertain. It is crucial to ensure that any changes to the credit system do not create more harm than good for the citizens they are meant to protect.As my representative in the Texas State Senate, I kindly request that you consider these concerns and engage in a thoughtful dialogue with your fellow legislators and the Biden administration to ensure a fair and effective credit system for all Americans.Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. I appreciate your service to the people of District 11 and the state of Texas.Sincerely,[Your Full Name]Antonio T. Smith Jr.Closing ThoughtsGet mad as hell and don't take it anymoreSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Andrew and Pam hung out over the weekend and bankrupted the show on coffee expenses. #rip As predicted, the Hollywood Writers Strike HAS BEGUN! Is it just us, or does it seem like neighbor paranoia is increasing? Recently, multiple cases have occurred where people opened fire on others for innocent mistakes or even delivering groceries. What's to blame for peoples' increased paranoia of security in their neighborhoods? Is having a home security system a slippery slope for some? We share cases of our own paranoid neighbors and whether we think there is merit to their concerns. Last week the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would require every public school classroom in the state to prominently display the Ten Commandments. We wonder how educators will explain things like "adultery" to kindergarteners. #Millennial provides podcast-approved messaging for Texas educators to explain the 10 commandments to their grade-school aged students, and a special guest joins us ~from above~ for the task. Is doxxing ever justified? Pam clues us into a story originating on TikTok, where a creator's video featuring two women making fun of her went viral, resulting in the doxxing of the video's bullies. If you get caught being a dick, do you deserve to have your family harassed, be fired from your job, or have your reputation tanked online? This week's recommendations will secure your tech AND your skin! Google Authenticator (Andrew), Super Goop is available for FSA purchase (Laura), and Jack Black intense therapy lip balm (Pam). And in this week's installment of After Dark, available to all Patrons this week: #Millennial's Life Pro Tips! Laura was recently inspired to bring this to the table after she pushed back on an expensive medical bill that should have been covered by insurance. What a time to be alive: slow closing toilet seats and voice assistants really do come in clutch and deserve more credit. Andrew's life hack for getting off an annoying phone call guilt-free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: April 25, 2023 Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas. The measure has been opposed by professors across the state who say that this is an attack on academic freedom. Senate Bill 18 now moves to the Texas State House. We speak with Dr. Karma R. Chávez, Bobby and Sherri Patton Professor of Mexican American and Latina/o Studies and Department Chair, and Sergio Martinez-Beltran, reporter with The Texas Newsroom. 

The Takeaway Book Report Original Air Date: December 16, 2021 The Takeaway community is full of book worms and literary lovers, so we spoke with some incredible authors about their work and some titles to look out for. Feminist AF: A Guide to Crushing Girlhood Co-authored by Brittney Cooper , Chanel Craft Tanner , and  Susana Morris, this book walks us through their tips for surviving girlhood with a feminist flair.  These Precious Days: Essays New York Times bestselling author Ann Patchett reflects on home, family, friendships and writing in this deeply personal collection of essays. Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You! Author, host and executive producer of Netflix's "Bookmark," and 2021 Ambassador for the National Education Association's Read Across Campaign Marley Dias speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true! We talked to Marley about #1000BlackGirlBooks, her recent acceptance to Yale University, and how she's using her Netflix platform to expand engagement with books, reading, and ideas. WATCH: Melissa Harris-Perry & Marley Dias at ELLE Magazine   The Takeaway Book Report: 2nd Edition Listen to the full episode here. Original Air Date: December 30, 2021 Our host Melissa Harris-Perry spoke with some amazing guest about the books they've been reading and writing. Guest in this episode include: Constance Grady, senior culture writer at Vox, talked about her picks for 2021. Treva B. Lindsey, author of America, Goddam: Violence, Black Women, and the Struggle for Justice discussed her upcoming book. Deep Dive co-host and co-president of the Center for Community Change Dorian Warren told us his favorite books of the year.  Kaitlyn Greenidge discussed her new work Libertie, a work of historical fiction that is one of the most buzzed about books of the year.  Torrey Peters author of Detransition, Baby discussed her national bestselling novel which tells the story of three people, transgender and cisgender, whose lives intersect thanks to an unexpected pregnancy.   Texas Senate Approves Bill Eliminating Faculty Tenure Photograph of University of Texas.  (UT Texas) Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas.   The Tension Between Public and Charter in Abbott Elementary's Second Season Original Air Date: April 26, 2023 The cast of "Abbott Elementary," pose in the press room at the 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/AP Photo) We recapped season 2 of Abbott Elementary with Jessica Winter, an editor at The New Yorker and also writes about family and education, and dive into the tension between public schools and charters.     

The Takeaway Book Report Original Air Date: December 16, 2021 The Takeaway community is full of book worms and literary lovers, so we spoke with some incredible authors about their work and some titles to look out for. Feminist AF: A Guide to Crushing Girlhood Co-authored by Brittney Cooper , Chanel Craft Tanner , and  Susana Morris, this book walks us through their tips for surviving girlhood with a feminist flair.  These Precious Days: Essays New York Times bestselling author Ann Patchett reflects on home, family, friendships and writing in this deeply personal collection of essays. Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You! Author, host and executive producer of Netflix's "Bookmark," and 2021 Ambassador for the National Education Association's Read Across Campaign Marley Dias speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true! We talked to Marley about #1000BlackGirlBooks, her recent acceptance to Yale University, and how she's using her Netflix platform to expand engagement with books, reading, and ideas. WATCH: Melissa Harris-Perry & Marley Dias at ELLE Magazine   The Takeaway Book Report: 2nd Edition Listen to the full episode here. Original Air Date: December 30, 2021 Our host Melissa Harris-Perry spoke with some amazing guest about the books they've been reading and writing. Guest in this episode include: Constance Grady, senior culture writer at Vox, talked about her picks for 2021. Treva B. Lindsey, author of America, Goddam: Violence, Black Women, and the Struggle for Justice discussed her upcoming book. Deep Dive co-host and co-president of the Center for Community Change Dorian Warren told us his favorite books of the year.  Kaitlyn Greenidge discussed her new work Libertie, a work of historical fiction that is one of the most buzzed about books of the year.  Torrey Peters author of Detransition, Baby discussed her national bestselling novel which tells the story of three people, transgender and cisgender, whose lives intersect thanks to an unexpected pregnancy.   Texas Senate Approves Bill Eliminating Faculty Tenure Photograph of University of Texas.  (UT Texas) Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas.   The Tension Between Public and Charter in Abbott Elementary's Second Season Original Air Date: April 26, 2023 The cast of "Abbott Elementary," pose in the press room at the 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/AP Photo) We recapped season 2 of Abbott Elementary with Jessica Winter, an editor at The New Yorker and also writes about family and education, and dive into the tension between public schools and charters.     

Original Air Date: April 25, 2023 Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas. The measure has been opposed by professors across the state who say that this is an attack on academic freedom. Senate Bill 18 now moves to the Texas State House. We speak with Dr. Karma R. Chávez, Bobby and Sherri Patton Professor of Mexican American and Latina/o Studies and Department Chair, and Sergio Martinez-Beltran, reporter with The Texas Newsroom. 

Ron Hammond is Director of Government Relations at the Blockchain Association. With a robust background in politics, policy, and finance, Ron has focused his career on navigating the intersection of cryptocurrency and regulatory frameworks to foster an environment that supports innovation and protects individual rights. Before joining the Blockchain Association, Ron served as the Financial Services Policy lead for Representative Warren Davidson, where he authored the Token Taxonomy Act. He also worked as a campaign manager for the Texas State Senate races, further enhancing his political expertise. EPISODE LINKS Ron's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-hammond-38ab8a3a/ Ron's Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonwHammond Blockchain Association: https://theblockchainassociation.org/ Blockchain Association LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blockchainassociation/ PODCAST INFO Podcast website: https://podcast.pgpforcrypto.org Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pgp*-pretty-good-policy-for-crypto-podcast/id1669504720 RSS: https://feed.pod.co/pgp-for-crypto-podcast HOST INFO Gary Weinstein's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gary_Weinstein_ Gary Weinstein's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyweinstein/ Paul Brigner's Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulbrigner Paul Brigner's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbrigner/ Electric Coin Co. Website: https://electriccoin.co Electric Coin Co. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElectricCoinCo TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome 01:07 Introduction 03:13 Capitol Hill Insights: Stablecoin Hearings and Progress in Bipartisan Crypto Legislation 06:46 Balancing Optimism and Challenges in Drafting Stablecoin Legislation 10:46 Stablecoin Hearing, CBDCs, and Debates in Crypto Policy 13:48 Congressional Insights: SEC Chair Gary Gensler's Oversight Hearing on Crypto 18:06 Analyzing SEC Chair Gary Gensler's Ambiguity on Ether's Classification 21:18 Senators Lummis and Gillibrand to Release Comprehensive Crypto Legislation with Bipartisan Support 24:31 The Token Taxonomy Act: Evolution and Lessons Learned 29:52 Fostering Innovation in Congress: Engaging Stakeholders and Cultivating Crypto Champions 32:23 The Threat of Overregulation in Crypto Legislation: Understanding the Flaws in the Warren-Marshall Bill 39:32 Emphasizing Privacy in Crypto Policy Development 42:48 Evaluating the Current State of US Cryptocurrency Policy 49:03 Dissecting the National Security Policy Divide in DC's Crypto Landscape 54:43 Navigating Policy and Advocacy within the Cryptocurrency Ecosystem DISCLAIMER Please be advised that the information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not to be taken as legal or financial advice. The opinions and views expressed by our guests are their own and may not reflect the official stance of the organizations they represent or those of Electric Coin Co. Always consult a legal or financial professional before making any decisions.

The Texas State Senate has passed a bill that would make it a crime for foreign nationals to enter the state illegally, allowing law enforcement to arrest an offender anywhere in the state. In President Joe Biden's childhood hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania, signs of affection for the president are hard to miss—but do voters there want to see him in office again? Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is in Japan. The possible Republican candidate addressed the 2024 presidential election ahead of a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

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In Episode 342 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham. Commissioner Buckingham is the 29th Texas Commissioner and first women to serve in this role. Here's her biography: Commissioner Buckingham's family were among the first settlers to Texas seven generations ago, and that tough, independent, pioneer spirit is deeply rooted in her personality. True to her Texas roots, her commitment to service began early, serving as a volunteer firefighter, and attending the Texas A&M Fire School. She is also an avid hunter, outdoorswoman, and steward of the land. She made history in 2016 as the first woman elected to the Texas State Senate from Travis County. Without slowing down, she made history again in 2022 when elected as the 29th, and state's first female Commissioner of the General Land Office, Texas' oldest state agency. Dawn came from humble roots—growing up on a ranch near the Texas coast and then moved to Central Texas. She has never settled for less than her dreams. Wanting to attend college, but without the money to do so, Dawn lived at home, working two jobs to pay her own way through college at the University of Texas at Austin. With endurance of spirit she graduated Magna Cum Laude and debt-free. It was during college that she met the love of her life and husband of 31 years, Ed Buckingham. Dawn and Ed both received their medical degrees from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and they have two children. Dawn then went on to become a successful Oculoplastic Surgeon. Her commitment to service and recognition for her work has allowed her to hold leadership positions in local, state, and national medical organizations. Tune in to learn more! SHOW NOTES Get to Know Commissioner Buckingham Texas General Land Office Connect with Commissioner on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. Follow GLO on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/district-of-conservation/support

Texas, once a solidly red state, is now venturing into purple territory. With Roe v. Wade now overturned, the composition of state legislatures has become critically important to combatting draconian laws and saving women's lives. Yet the Texas State Senate is majority male with an average age of 62 and 18 Republicans versus 13 democrats. Women running for office are looking to change that makeup - and one of those is Gwenn Burud, a public school teacher running to replace Kelly Hancock, an anti-choice, anti immigration stalwart of the conservative party. Burud joins us in this episode of Samanthropolitics to talk about the issues she cares about, the sad state of the education system in Texas, and why she decided to run for office for a second time to take down Hancock. To support Burud's campaign, visit www.burudfortexas.com. This episode was sponsored by the Women's Leadership Challenge, www.womensleadershipchallenge.com.

Barbara C. Jordan (1936-1996) was born in Houston, Texas in 1936. Her father was a Baptist minister and her mother was a domestic worker. In high school and college, Jordan displayed extraordinary orating and debating skills. She graduated at the top of her class at Texas Southern University and went on to earn a law degree from Boston University. Jordan began her distinguished public service career in 1966 when she was elected to the Texas State Senate. She became the first African American elected to that body since 1883. In 1972, she became the first African American woman from the South to be elected to the United States Congress, where she served as a member of the House of Representatives until 1979. The highlights of Jordan's career include her landmark speech during Richard Nixon's impeachment hearings in 1974, her successful efforts in 1975 to expand the Voting Rights Act to include language minorities, and her keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in 1976. She was the first African American woman to deliver that address. From 1979 until her death in 1996, Jordan served as distinguished professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin. In this episode - Get a sneak peak into my newly release book, “My Faith in the Constitution is Whole: Barbara Jordan and the Politics of Scriptures” I read the section about Barbara Jordan's early life experience with her grandfather (grandpa Patten) who made an impact on the way she followed her purpose. You can find the link to purchase my book here Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow the show so you don't miss the next episode! You can connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn, Facebook or Instagram or contact me via email at: robin@purpose-based.com Go to: www.createmasterfulcourses.com to get her free training on "How to Turn Your Book into a MASTERFUL Course" Also, you can learn more about Leadership Purpose and her books at: www.robinlowens.com/ Talk to you soon! Episode edited by LJS Creative Services - Podcast Manager

Barbara C. Jordan (1936-1996) was born in Houston, Texas in 1936. Her father was a Baptist minister and her mother was a domestic worker. In high school and college, Jordan displayed extraordinary orating and debating skills. She graduated at the top of her class at Texas Southern University and went on to earn a law degree from Boston University. Jordan began her distinguished public service career in 1966 when she was elected to the Texas State Senate. She became the first African American elected to that body since 1883. In 1972, she became the first African American woman from the South to be elected to the United States Congress, where she served as a member of the House of Representatives until 1979. The highlights of Jordan's career include her landmark speech during Richard Nixon's impeachment hearings in 1974, her successful efforts in 1975 to expand the Voting Rights Act to include language minorities, and her keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in 1976. She was the first African American woman to deliver that address. From 1979 until her death in 1996, Jordan served as distinguished professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin. In this episode I discuss: Who Barbara Jordan is and why she is important to you What leadership purpose really is How to find and start using your leadership purpose Join us for the upcoming workshop: “Mastering the #1 Strategy to More Meaning and Purpose in Your Work” Register here: https://www.robinlowens.com/workshop   Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow the show so you don't miss the next episode! You can connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn, Facebook or Instagram or contact me via email at: robin@purpose-based.com Go to: www.createmasterfulcourses.com to get her free training on "How to Turn Your Book into a MASTERFUL Course" Also, you can learn more about Leadership Purpose and her books at: www.robinlowens.com/ Talk to you soon! Episode edited by LJS Creative Services - Podcast Manager

A team of Houston activists continues their quest to stop a huge highway construction project that harms communities. Molly Cook, a registered nurse & community activist, details the fight. Molly Cook walks the walk as she talks the talk. In fact, she is not only an activist but she elected to make a change by getting into elective politics. She ran for Texas State Senate. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsdoneright/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/politicsdoneright/support

Francine Ly is running for Texas State Senate, and Jesus Lugo Jr. is a progressive candidate for state legislature in Florida.Francine's campaign: https://sites.google.com/view/francine-ly-for-senate/homeJesus' campaign: https://www.jesuslugojr4arizona.com/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Stuart Malina  joins Matt to discusshis role in creating Movin' Out and a reflection on the show 20 years later,multiple strategies for masterful performance,utilizing and discerning opinions,and maintaining a balanced perspective professionally and personally.In a wide variety of concerts, from masterworks and grand opera to pops, Stuart Malina's ease on the podium, engaging personality, and insightful interpretations have thrilled audiences and helped break down the barriers between performer and listener.This year marks Stuart's 22nd season as Music Director and conductor of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. In June 2022, he was named Music Director of the Greenwich Symphony Orchestra in Greenwich, CT, where he will begin conducting concerts in September of 2023. Throughout his career, he has conducted and directed multiple orchestras around the world. His Carnegie Hall debut was in 2007, where he conducted the New York Pops in an all-Gershwin tribute, including Rhapsody in Blue, which he conducted from the keyboard.He's also an accomplished pianist; Stuart has impressive credits as a soloist and chamber musician. He has performed concertos in Harrisburg, Greensboro, Charleston, New York, and Chautauqua, most often conducting from the keyboard. As a composer and arranger, he has created dozens of orchestral works, ranging from entire pops shows to works for symphony orchestra. His most recent composition, Common Fanfare for an Uncommon Orchestra, received its world premiere by the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra in September 2017.Stuart's activities also extend to Broadway. In 2003, he won the Tony award for orchestration with Billy Joel for the musical Movin' Out. He acted in Terrence McNally's Tony Award-winning play Master Class, opposite Zoe Caldwell and Audra MacDonald, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. He has also served as associate conductor of the national touring company of West Side Story and as conductor of the Charleston production of Porgy and Bess. In May 2020, Stuart received an honorary doctorate from Lebanon Valley College. He has received the Joanne Rogers Award for contribution to the artistic life of Pennsylvania, the Jump Street Spectrum Award, the Lebanon Valley College's 2012 Founders Day, the Award for Distinguished Service to the Arts from Theater Harrisburg, and Leadership Harrisburg's Platinum Award for Servant Leadership.Stuart holds degrees from Harvard University, the Yale School of Music, and the Curtis Institute of Music, where he studied conducting with Otto-Werner Mueller. He studied piano with Drora and Baruch Arnon and with Keiko Sato.  He resides in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Marty. They are the proud parents of two children, Sara and Zev.  Stuartmalina.comMatt Wilson gained national exposure as the "Piano Man" in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks.Support the show

We talk with Francine Ly, an Asian American immigrant running for the Texas State Senate in District 12. Francine has committed to not taking any money from oil PACs and is an advocate for common sense gun regulations.  Follow her campaign at https://sites.google.com/view/francine-ly-for-senate/homeJoin us weekly on Wednesday nights at 730 pacific for the live stream on YouTube or Twitch. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Texas State Senate candidate -- Ernie Manouse Pride SpecialWe speak with Josh Tutt, a candidate for Texas State Senate. He is running against a notoriously anti-LGBT state senator to challenge her in the general election for Texas State Senate district 18. We discuss what motivates him to take on this election and run for office. Josh is a seventh generation Texan and attended Texas A&M University.GUEST: Josh Tutt https://tuttfortexas.com/  We speak with TV personality Ernie Manouse about his work and an upcoming Pride special, "True Colors: LGBTQ+ Our Stories,Our Songs". Celebrate Pride Month with music from Indigo Girls, Billy Gilman, Morgxn, Peppermint, Jujubee, Alexis Michelle, Trey Pearson, Breanna Sinclairé, André de Shields and more along with real-life stories of hope hosted by Jeopardy champion Amy Schneider.ehttps://video.houstonpbs.org/show/true-colors-lgbtq-our-stories-our-songs/

In episode 45, Coffey talks with Cathy DeWitt about legislative advocacy. They discuss the role of professional lobbyists; how and why businesses should be involved in politics; the importance of being involved in the legislative process even when the legislature is out of session;  how to develop relationships with legislators and staff; the impact of contributing to industry PACs; whether party affiliations are dealbreakers when reaching out to lawmakers; understanding which bills are really important to legislators; and the pressure on business owners and leaders to take political stands.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—premium background checks with fast and friendly service. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.About our Guest:For over a decade, Cathy Stoebner DeWitt served as the Vice President of Governmental Affairs for the Texas Association of Business (TAB), the largest business advocacy group in the state of Texas. Under her tenure, TAB's lobby team was named as one of the powerful lobby teams in Texas. During the 86th Session DeWitt was added to Capitol Inside's ‘Top 100 Hired Guns' ranking.DeWitt was a lobbyist and policy expert on business issues such as labor law, health care, criminal justice, privacy, immigration, non-subscription, tort reform, and workers' compensation. Well known and respected at the Capitol, she is known for her honesty and direct approach to lobbying. At TAB, she was known to stick to her guns and to not negotiate on bad bills when it would add to the cost of doing business in Texas.Her philosophy then and now is that legislation should build the economy and create more good paying jobs for all Texans, otherwise government should step out of the way and let private business thrive. DeWitt has testified on hundreds of bills and is well versed in the legislative process.In addition to overseeing the advocacy team, DeWitt served as policy writer and media spokesperson for her issue areas. DeWitt also served as the Communications Director of the Association in which she managed issue advocacy campaigns and was spokesperson for the media on all business issues. Under her tenure, she created TAB's Voting Record as well its recognition program for state lawmakers. DeWitt was published in numerous publications and oversaw a $1.5 million advocacy campaign to let the public know which legislators were making the grade for business in Texas. Prior to joining the Association, she was an associate with the public relations firm, ROSS Communications, and she also served as Deputy Campaign Manager for Senator John Cornyn's last Supreme Court Race.Besides previously working at the Texas State Senate, DeWitt has worked for several other associations such Texas Civil Justice League and the Texas Medical Association.Cathy DeWitt can be reached at https://www.schluetergroup.com.About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative is included in the prestigious Best Places to Work in Texas list and has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year.Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.Learning Objectives:1. Understand the necessity that business leaders pay attention to legislative issues. 2. Determine when and how to be involved in political issues that affect business.3. Learn how to navigate social media and public pressure on business political stands.

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Ross Shafer joins Matt to discussIdentifying and aligning skills for reinventing yourself professionally.Finding meaning within the mundane and how to reframe your day-to-day endeavors.How to draw confidence from what sets you apart.A few performance tips for the stage.Recreating success after failure or when taking on a new endeavor.In addition, Ross shares some cool stories from his years in comedy and television. Ross Shafer is a six-time Emmy Award-winning TV broadcaster & comedian and has hosted talk and game shows on NBC, ABC, FOX, MGM, and USA Network. He is the author of ten business books on growth, motivation, customer experience, and accountability. A writer/producer of 14 Human Resource films. Ross has served as the keynote speaker for over 2,500 events worldwide and is a national Speaker Assn. Hall of Fame recipient. https://rossshafer.comMatt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks.Support the show

On this episode of The Over The Lege Podcast, OTL Podcast Crew Regulars Stephanie Chiarello and Amy Lowrey are joined by OTL Podcast Alum Warren Pacheco. And they are joined by Texas State Senator Carol Alvarado and Author/Poet/Teacher Sean Petrie! So listen, learn, and laugh!  Sen. Carol Alvarado is proud to serve Texas Senate District 6 in Harris County. She was first elected to the Texas State Senate in a 2018 Special Election.  She was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2008 and served five terms representing District 145. Now in her second term serving in the Texas Senate, Carol is Vice-Chair of the Senate Select Committee on Ports and a member of the Senate Committees on Administration, Natural Resources and Economic Development, Nominations, Transportation, and the Special Committee on Redistricting. Carol's primary legislative focus has been on economic development, public health, and public education. She has championed legislation to strengthen our state's workforce, regulate the use of e-cigarettes for children, and criminal justice reform. Carol is an advocate for women's health and reproductive rights and has passed legislation to assist victims of sexual abuse. As a member of the Houston City Council from 2002 to 2008, Carol led the effort to make restaurants smoke-free, stopped the shipping of more hazardous chemicals through our neighborhoods, and had air quality monitors installed in neighborhoods near chemical plants. Carol is a native Houstonian and a longtime resident of Houston's East End. She holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Houston and is a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Sean Petrie is an author and award-winning poet. As a founder of Austin's Typewriter Rodeo, he has written over 20,000 poems for strangers all across the country. His poetry books include Typewriter Rodeo, Listen to the Trees, and his latest, an art-poetry collaboration titled Pet Poems (also not just pets).He also has multiple fiction and non-fiction books for kids and teaches legal writing at the University of Texas School of Law. More at SeanPetrie.com Warren Pacheco is an actor, comedian, and agent of the dark lord based in Los Angeles, California. When taking a break from being poor, he enjoys long walks on the beach, foreign films and being a rapturous beauty. Warren is best known for his breakout roles as Gay #3 and Bitchy Receptionist..Cast:Host: Stephanie ChiarelloComedians: Warren Pacheco & Sean PetrieSpecial Guest: Sen. Carol AlvaradoAnnouncer: Amy LowreyPodcast Editor: Tom BookerWriters:Stephanie Chiarello, Amy K.

In this week's episode, Florida has a silly law, the Russian Orthodox guy has a silly hat, and David Icke proves himself plenty qualified to be the “rule of threes” silliness punchline. --- To make a per episode donation at Patreon.com, click here: http://www.patreon.com/ScathingAtheist To buy our book, click there: https://www.amazon.com/Outbreak-Crisis-Religion-Ruined-Pandemic/dp/B08L2HSVS8/ To check out our sister show, The Skepticrat, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/the-skepticrat To check out our sister show's hot friend, God Awful Movies, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-movies To check out our half-sister show, Citation Needed, click here: http://citationpod.com/ To check out our sister show's sister show, D and D minus, click here: https://danddminus.libsyn.com/ To hear more from our intrepid audio engineer Morgan Clarke, click here: https://www.morganclarkemusic.com/ --- Guest Links: Check out Viced Rhino's stuff here: https://linktr.ee/vicedrhino --- Headlines: Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill says Ukraine is paying for its gay pride: https://archbishopcranmer.com/patriarch-kirill-ukraine-is-paying-for-its-gay-pride/ https://religionnews.com/2022/03/07/holy-wars-how-a-cathedral-of-guns-and-glory-symbolizes-putins-russia/ Michael Flynn claims the word “Creator” appears four times in the Constitution: https://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/michael-flynn-falsely-claims-the-word-creator-appears-in-the-constitution-four-times/ Students across Florida walk out of classes in protest of “Don't Say Gay” bill: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2022/03/students-across-florida-walkout-classes-protest-dont-say-gay-bill/ Greg Locke says he's being threatened with death, hexes, and sex toys for exposing witches: https://www.christianpost.com/news/greg-locke-says-hes-being-threatened-with-death-hexes-sex-toys.html Atheists more likely to hide their identity if women, southern, Republican: https://phys.org/news/2022-02-atheists-beliefs-theyre-women-republicans.html Bianca Gracia said God “appointed” her to a Texas State Senate seat, then she lost: https://onlysky.media/hemant-mehta/bianca-gracia-said-god-appointed-her-to-a-texas-state-senate-seat-then-she-lost/ --- This Week in Misogyny: MO Rep wants to stop residents from getting abortions out of state: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/03/08/missouri-abortion-ban-texas-supreme-court/ MI candidate makes appalling rape analogy (about his daughters!): https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/03/08/gop-candidate-rape-2020-election/

In this episode: Chancellor Hance tells how Dan Patrick has become the most powerful Lieutenant Governor ever. Kent recalls how in his first weeks in the Texas State Senate, Senator Peyton McKnight from Tyler made him think he was pledging a fraternity.  Finally, after an out of the blue comment about the intelligence of the people of Odessa, Texas, it's remarkable Odessa was chosen as the location for The University of Texas Permian Basin.

A mother to a transgender son, Amber Briggle has brought national attention to the struggle for equal rights for LGBTQ children, speaking out at the Texas State Senate and elsewhere.

Episode 25. In today's interview, "New Business Models in Accounting with Ed Kless." Ed Kless joined Sage in July of 2003 and is currently the senior director of partner development and strategy. He develops and delivers curriculum for Sage business partners on the art and practice of small business consulting including the Sage Consulting Academy, Business Strategy and Customer Experience Workshops. He hosts the Sage Advice Podcast and co-hosts the VoiceAmerica TalkShow Network's The Soul of Enterprise with Ron Baker, founder of the VeraSage Institute where Ed is also a senior fellow. Now, as well as being a popular speaker at accounting conferences Mark is also a frequent blogger and contributor to various accounting journals, websites and Linkedin. His practice-focused articles for AccountingWeb, have been viewed over one million times. Key takeaways from this episode include: 》the evolution of the business model in professional firms 》freedom and accountability at work are the same thing – to have accountability at work, you've got to give people their freedom 》some software companies have made the transition to cloud successfully, such as Adobe, and Sage are following in their footsteps 》accounting firms have to contend not just with a technology shift but a change in their optimum business models 》a frightening thought – the pace of change right now is the slowest it will ever be 》what is the single biggest disruptive threat to businesses according to Andy Grove of Intel 》how Apple changed the business model for the way people acquired music and what accounting firms can learn from this 》why Darwin is misquoted on survival of the fittest biggest, and who really survives in the accounting and fintech world 》what should be a key strategy for progressive accounting firms to enable them to future proof and see what's coming up on the horizon 》the ultimate starting strategy question for accounting leaders (hint - it involves value creation) 》why putting too much emphasis on different generations in the workplace is like ‘astrology for business' 》how profits come from taking risk and what you should do with your money if you don't want to take a risk 》the 3 types of risk that businesses can take (courtesy of Peter Drucker) and why they are hard to identify 》the single biggest reason why many accounting firms are not ready to move to the cloud 》why the business model of ‘we sell time' is dying in accounting firms 》why so many accountants are not going into accounting firms but going into industry 》the difference between value, price and cost in any transaction 》having the benefit conversation and the value conversation to draw out value from clients 》why the next 5-10 years will see the virtual elimination of compliance work for accountants 》why accountants are positioned well for advisory, but bookkeepers are positioned even better 'Adaptability should be a key strategy for progressive #accounting firms - seeing what's coming up on the horizon' says @edkless on the Accounting Influencers Podcast #accountancy #accountex #advisory #accountinginsight Ed is a contributor to industry publications, including the Journal of Accountancy, Harvard Business Review and HR.com, and has spoken at many conferences worldwide on project management, pricing, and knowledge workers. He is also active in the Information Technology Alliance (ITA) and was named to Accounting Today's list of the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting for 2019. He lives north of Dallas with his wife and two children and ran for Texas State Senate in 2010 and 2012 as a Libertarian. Ed's blog is at http://www.edkless.com/ (www.edkless.com) and you can contact Ed directly here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edkless (Ed on LinkedIn) https://www.linkedin.com/in/edkless https://twitter.com/edkless (Ed on Twitter) https://twitter.com/edkless NOTE TO LISTENERS: The Accounting Influencers Podcast is a CPE-accredited daily radio-style...

Texas State Senate candidate Desarae, talks to the boys about Texas, guns, and her upcoming election. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/notareallibertarian/message

Eve Wiley was 16 when she discovered she had been a sperm-donor baby. She was shocked, but also excited to meet her biological father as her own dad had died when she was young. When she met her donor father, the connection was instant - Eve started calling him ‘Dad' and he even officiated at her wedding. But when Eve's son became ill, she decided to look further into her medical history and find more family members by taking a home DNA test. What she discovered from her newly found half-siblings would appal her and eventually lead her to the Texas State Senate to change the law. Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com Presenter: Jo Fidgen Producer: Troy Holmes (Photo: Eve Wiley outside the Texas State Capitol building. Credit: Courtesy of Eve Wiley)

Eve Wiley was 16 when she discovered she had been a sperm-donor baby. She was shocked, but also excited to meet her biological father as her own dad had died when she was young. When she met her donor father, the connection was instant - Eve started calling him ‘Dad' and he even officiated at her wedding. But when Eve's son became ill, she decided to look further into her medical history and find more family members by taking a home DNA test. What she discovered from her newly found half-siblings would appal her and eventually lead her to the Texas State Senate to change the law. Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com Presenter: Jo Fidgen Producer: Troy Holmes (Photo: Eve Wiley outside the Texas State Capitol building. Credit: Courtesy of Eve Wiley)

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Dan Holmes joins Matt to discussspecific tips for building and maintaining an online presence,the role specificity plays in your brand, andthe importance of finding joy in what you are selling.Dan Holmes is a professional musician, songwriter, entertainer, and founder of Allrequestpiano.com. Dan and his partner, Heather Ray, perform over 200 shows a year as All Request Piano. Through Dan's management, allrequestpiano.com maintains an online presence that generates tangible and profitable returns. Dan is a respected musician and performer in the Central Texas area and beyond—Danholmesgroup.comMatt Wilson gained national exposure as the Piano Man in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks.Support the show

Barbara Jordan was the first African American to hold a seat in the Texas State Senate since 1883 when she was elected to her position in 1966. Throughout her political career, she rose to the US House of Representatives, holding a position on the House Judiciary Committee. Not without controversial opinions (i.e. her stance on immigration), her over all body of work showcases what politicians should strive to accomplish in their careers. ofherstory.com Instagram: @womenofherstorypodcast TikTok: @womenofherstory Facebook: Women of HERstory Twitter: @theherstorypod ***Note: We will be taking the week of Thanksgiving, November 21-27, off! Not to worry, we will be returning with new episodes the following week!***

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Tim Levy joins Matt to discussthe importance of personal and professional reinvention and how to do it,why you should seek to find meaningful and challenging endeavors, and the pitfalls of becoming attached to the future and what it means to choose a wide or narrow gaze.Tim Levy is an author, speaker, marketing and business consultant, film and TV producer, and performer. His Australian-based company Tim Levy and Associates consults companies worldwide on marketing, content, and online strategies. Tim also formed Resonant Blue Studios, a new production company focused on short and feature film production targeting meaningful stories that bring a little light and laughter into the world. Timlevy.netMatt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks.Support the show

In July 2021, Kent attended the funeral of Senator Ike Harris.  Kent recalls how Senator Harris would wait for the right moment to start passing bills.  Kent also tells the story how his first days in the Texas State Senate were a lot like freshman orientation.  

Episode #112 This Men Meddling Monday references the Texas State Senate, which consists of 67% men and less than 35% women.  Meddling men passing laws that affects a woman's body.  Earlier this year,  Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law Senate Bill 8, which took effect on Sept. 1, 2021. The law outlaw's abortion around six weeks of gestation, even in cases of rape and incest.  The ACLU of Texas and partners are currently in the process of legally challenging this unconstitutional law. The Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution provides a fundamental "right to privacy" that protects a pregnant woman's liberty to choose whether or not to have an abortion. Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973), was a landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in which the Court ruled that the Constitution of the United States protects a pregnant woman's liberty to choose to have an abortion without excessive government restriction. It struck down many U.S. federal and state abortion laws, and prompted an ongoing national debate in the United States about whether and to what extent abortion should be legal, who should decide the legality of abortion, what methods the Supreme Court should use in constitutional adjudication, and what the role of religious and moral views in the political sphere should be. Roe v. Wade reshaped American politics, dividing much of the United States into abortion rights and anti-abortion movements, while activating grassroots movements on both sides.  In Attorney General Garland's press conference, he says TEXAS GIVE $10,000 BOUNTY HUNTER FEES FOR THOSE TURNING YOU IN.  WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO SAY?  LINKS BELOW FOR: APPLE, GOOGLE, PANDORA, AND SPOTIFY. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ladiespromotingtransparentadvocacy/id1526382637 https://www.pandora.com/podcast/ladiespromotingtransparentadvocacy/PC:52161?corr=17965216&part=ug&_branch_match_id=819557998249581330 https://open.spotify.com/show/5x7xSxWi2wj2UXPsWnZ0cw?si=peGax6j6SIumBT5tq7_hhg https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2xhZGllc3Byb21vdGluZ3RyYW5zcGFyZW50YWR2b2NhY3kvZmVlZC54bWw&ep=14 Sources:  https://www.aclutx.org/en/know-your-rights/abortion-in-texas https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/amendment-14/section-1/abortion https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/interpretation/amendment-xiv/clauses/701#:~:text=No%20State%20shall%20make%20or,equal%20protection%20of%20the%20laws. Politico.com Follow us on Instagram: @advocacyladies Follow us on Twitter: @AdvocacyLadies Podcast Email: podcasthostshapta19@gmail.com Org. Email: Ladiespromotingtransparentadvo@gmail.com Podcast Call-in Line: 404-855-7723

Today on the Jimmy Barrett Show:Melanie Infinger. Happy that the Texas State Senate passed her bill.Brett Tolman has had enough of crime, how about you?Comparing the new Texas abortion law to escaped slaves.Jared Woodfill say Harris County can't be trusted to follow election laws.

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, the Reverend Merrill Wade joins Matt to discusstactful delivery and the art of remaining composed during a performance or presentation,finding faith in the ability to build confidence,how to discern and manage anxious environments and communication, andthe necessity and benefits of sincere compliments. (The Reverend) Merrill Wade is a recently retired Episcopal priest living in Austin, Texas. Raised on Air Force bases in Florida, Morocco, and Kansas, his family settled in Fort Worth, Texas in the mid-1960s. Merrill graduated from the University of Texas in 1976. He worked in the oil and gas industry for the next nine years, the last six years as a petroleum land manager in Jackson, Mississippi. In 1986 he made a career change, and after having attended and graduated from General Theological Seminary in New York City, he was ordained an Episcopal minister in 1989. Merrill served three congregations in Mississippi (Vicksburg, Long Beach, and Meridian) over the next 13 years. In 2002 he and his wife Crystal and their two young children were called to Austin, Texas, where Merrill served as the Rector of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church for 17 years, retiring in the Fall of 2019. A music lover, Merrill and St. Matthew's launched a singer-songwriter series in Austin called the Soul of a Musician Series in 2013. The Soul Series affectionately focused on the heart and soul of the musicians seeking to honor their creativity and vocation. Merrill has spoken on music issues at the South by Southwest Music Conference four times and, on occasion, is interviewed on local “sports talk” radio as an informed live music curator. Merrill is excited about offering his 31 years of non-profit leadership experience in the South and Southwest in support of the staff and board of This is Noteworthy. Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks.Support the show

In this episode of the Scientific Coaching Podcast, the boys discuss the key points of Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby's meeting with the Texas State Senate as well as preview the Patriots first preseason game vs Washington. All that and much more in this episode of the Scientific Coaching Podcast.

Joe Lisi and Mike Carver take you around the nation's top college football programs, and get you set to win big! On this episode, Joe and Mike take a look at more ACC win totals, Ohio State Group licensing, Florida State and Clemson denying SEC rumors, Texas State Senate on Big 12 realignment, Myles Brennan's injury, and its effect on LSU, and more.

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Debbie joins Matt to discussthe 4-part sequence to learning, identifying Learned Helplessness and Imposter Syndrome, how to identify and allocate your most valuable resources,identifying and managing Frustration Tolerance,strategies for managing difficult team members, bandmates, and associates, and how and when to establish professional and personal boundaries. A licensed mental health counselor and organizational psychologist with extensive field experience, Debbie has advised individual and corporate clients across all industries and established herself as a speaker, instructor, and author since founding her company, Thoughts In Order, in 1997. In 2012 she moved to Austin, Texas, and sharpened her focus to the music industry, digging into the systems that drive every aspect of a music career, including booking, touring, production, marketing and promotion, recording and distribution, copyright and royalties, and the wellbeing and protection of artists and their creative gifts. Her past and current project portfolio range from large-scale conference and festival production to one-on-one consultation and coaching of music creators and industry professionals. Her educational background includes an MS in mental health counseling, MA in industrial/organizational psychology, and BFA in journalism.​​Debbie's latest book, The Organized Musician, helps independent artists around the world to get their act together and live their dream of a career in music. Well-received as the basis of her South by Southwest presentation "Time Management for Musicians," The Organized Musician has become a workbook, touchstone, and traveling companion for artists throughout the U.S. and beyond. Her next book, Modern Music Patronage, will teach music fans how to give substantive support to the artists they love in the post-pandemic age of independent music. Debbie has offered books and courses for her organizing and productivity-industry peers for over twenty years as an educator. She is the author of books including Newbie Pitfalls and Ethical Pitfalls for Professional Organizers; the developer and instructor of "Fundamental Organizing and Productivity Principles," a flagship course of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals, as well as other courses in the NAPO curriculum; and a frequent conference presenter. Debbie is also honored to be a curator of the Austin Public Library's Electric Lady Bird streaming music catalog, a South By Southwest Music Conference Advisory Board member, and a Professional Member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the "Piano Man" in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks. Support the show

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. During the special legislative session called by Gov. Greg Abbott, voting restriction bills, House Bill 3 and Senate Bill 1, were filed.  The response by the State House Democrats was to pack up and head for Washington DC in a dramatic move to break quorum and block the passage of GOP-backed voting bills.  Republicans condemned the move and tried to compel Democrats back to Austin. Meanwhile, Democrats hope national attention will help them advocate for federal voting bills.  Is the walk-out by the Democrats a dereliction of duty or democracy in action? What's the fate of the Special Session? And what is the future of Texas politics? Texas State Senator Paul Bettencourt joined Town Square to discuss the major points of the bill and concerns regarding voter fraud and later two Texas Democrats share how the bill has the potential to disenfranchise already vulnerable voters.  Sen. Paul Bettencourt Republican member of the Texas State Senate from District 7 Dr. Joshua Blank Research Director for the non-partisan Texas Politics Project at the University of Texas at Austin Rep. Ann Johnson Democrat member of the Texas House of Representatives from District 134 Rep. Harold V. Dutton Jr. Democrat member of the Texas House of Representatives from District 142 Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. Audio from today's show will be available after 5 p.m. CT. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps.

Dean & Los are back in the bag. They give season 1 vibes with breakdowns with the Texas State Senate dropping the teaching requirement that the KKK was morally wrong, in addition to no longer requiring the teaching of the I Have a Dream Speech, the writings of Susan B. Anthony, and the Women Suffrage movement. Dean & Los also break down the brazen white Alabama councilman who called a black woman the N-word, comfortably. The fellas then get into a real discussion about the black philosophy and why the black community continues to be stuck in the same position. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Texas state senate voted to stop teaching kids the KKK is bad. The Chairman of the Trump 2017 Inaugural fund was arrested. Oligarch Bezos made it into space. RWNJ bag of gnu spew Matt Schlapp milked 750 thousand big-ones out of a cretin seeking a pardon from Trump for federal fraud charges. Someone on Pelosi's staff tested positive for coronavirus. China has been flooding bigly. The Olympics might be canceled because of the pandemic. FOX has implemented a vaccine passport program at their offices. The Variant has been surging in Florida and Alaska. Taco Bell continued to suffer an ingredients shortage which includes a run on their Jedi-level hot sauce. The Chairman of the Florida GOP was hit with a sexual harassment allegation from a staffer. Cali Rep Eric Swalwell called on wanker Ted Cruz and diddler Matt Gaetz to drop their WWE act. Delaware becomes the tenth state to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour. QAnon dolt Bishop Larry Gaiters claimed Kobe Bryant was taken out by the Clintons. Fauci let anti-science Senator Rand Paul have it for proliferating lies about coronavirus during a hearing. Lemont School District 210 board voted unanimously to stop using the name Indians as their team name/mascot and snowflake Trumpists lost their marbles.

On today's episode of Hard Factor... The Beach Team Handball world is ROCKED by the Norwegian women's team who are refusing to wear bikini bottoms while they compete. A new study out of the UK finds that jealous spouses are spying on each other more and more… and many more tales on this fine National Hot Dog Day. (00:00:00) Timestamps (00:06:25) - Cup of Coffee in the Big Time Holidays, History and Honorable Mentions (00:13:20) - #5 Havana Syndrome: US federal employees working overseas in multiple locations have been getting Havana Syndrome, probably from secret microwave weapons being shot at them while at work (00:15:30) - #4 QB News: Rodgers Wants Out of Green Bay, and Sleepy Tom at the White House (00:19:19) - #3 Texas Two Step: Texas House Dems are still in DC giving everyone Covid, while the Texas State Senate wants to ban passing judgement on the KKK (00:21:35) - #2 Rand Paul vs. Tony Fauci - Round 2 goes off in a Senate hearing where Fauci tells Pauls he doesn't know what he's talking about… because clearly Fauci is the Wuhan lab expert... (00:26:11) - #1 Jeff Bezos went to space, and a lot of people including Tulsi Gabbard and 165K petitioners wish he hadn't come back just 10 minutes later to brag about getting Amazon to pay for it (00:30:46) - The Norwegian Women's Beach Handball Team is breaking all the rules and getting fined for refusing to wear their official bikini bottom uniforms (00:38:55) - TikTok International #1: Australia pumps up the Olympics with Furries (00:41:14) - TikTok International #2: A woman buried in Hull Castle in England in the 1700s was found with a mysterious bottle of liquid between her legs… people are foolishly considering opening it (00:43:08) - TikTok International #3: A moronic cop in Scotland thought the planet Jupiter was a drone tailing her all over town (00:48:49) - A new UK study finds that 1 out of 5 men getting a divorce have illegally spied on their wives to find out if they are cheating. This, and much more, was brought to you by our incredible sponsors… LightStream - Go to http://lightstream.com/factor to Lower your interest rate and save with a Credit Card Consolidation Loan from LightStream Tru Niagen - Go to http://truniagen.com/factor and use code Factor to start your healthy aging journey at 10% off today Candid - Go to http://candidco.com/hardfactor to get the straighter, brighter smile you've always wanted. Use code Hardfactor for $75 off your starter kit

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Rickey joins Matt to discussReprogramming our minds for better preparation and performance,How to choose excitement over anxiety and depression,How to use experience as a resource, andHow to apply the Opportunity Reaction Management System to future endeavors.THE ULTIMATE “MR. HAPPY,” Rickey Paul Getwood, Jr is a Professional Fitness Trainer, Certified Jay Shetty Life & Success Coach, Drummer, and Author of the best-selling book, “Reprogram Your Happiness.” Rickey has taken communities by storm with his captivating aura of happiness, high-energy inspirations, and life-altering awareness messaging. Affectionately coined with the name “Mr. Happy,” Rickey's story and coaching sessions continue to impact hundreds of individuals all across the world.Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in the area of Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks. Support the show

Focusing on Hook #47 in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Matthew Friedman shares how he transformed from practicing law in New York City to playing the role of the Piano Man in Movin' Out on Broadway. A tale complete with rockstar encounters, overcoming naysayers, building skill and confidence, witnessing tragedy, and years of waiting and hoping, Matthew's story exemplifies the patience and persistence needed to pursue a dream and greater purpose.Matthew Friedman is a singer/composer/multi-instrumentalist from New York, NY. Matthew was “The Piano Man” for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd National Tours of Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony Award-winning musical, Movin' Out, performing across the United States, Canada, and Japan. He was one of only eleven people to hold this position, dating back to the show's premiere in 2002. He also played keyboards for Jersey Boys on Broadway for more than eight years and the guitar/keyboard chair for the most recent production of Smoky Joe's Cafe. Matthew leads his corporate event band, Stiletto, which covers the music of Billy Joel and Elton John, and other classic rock greats. He also performs dueling pianos all over the eastern seaboard. In 2019, he was invited to play the part of “The Piano Man” once again—this time for the legendary Lords of 52nd Street, Billy Joel's original band.Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks. Support the show

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Nicole Brogdon (MAC,LPC,LMFT) joins Matt to discuss:• How to regulate emotions onstage and within relationships,• How to maintain perspective during significant changes and moments,• How to apply a process-oriented approach to performance and life. Nicole Brogdon is a licensed professional counselor in Austin, TX. She treats professional musicians through the Sims Foundation, which provides low-cost therapy for local music industry professionals. Nicole works with those facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and assimilation issues and is particularly interested in creativity. Early mornings, she writes —and occasionally publishes— stories and poems. Supportive of strugglers and artists everywhere, Nicole feels that her calling is” to help you tell your story!”Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks. Support the show

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Darrell and Matt tell a few stories, discuss tools and techniques, and share strategies anyone can use to prepare mentally and consistently deliver in high-pressure performance situations.  Darrell May is a former MLB player with over 16 years at the professional level. Darrell started his pro career with the Atlanta Braves when he was drafted at age 20. During his career he played for the Pirates, the Angels, the Royals, the Padres, the Yankees, the Twins, the Reds and two teams in Japan. He was a member of the 1995 World Series Champion Atlanta Braves, as well as other post season teams. While playing in Japan, he was an All-Star and won a Japan World Series with the Tokyo Giants. After retiring Darrell went to MLB Scouting school and has spent his time since developing, coaching and mentoring young athletes. Currently, he works with a California-based sports agency as Vice President of Player Development, and head of the Texas division. Darrell is also an advisor to the MLB RBI program in Austin and a member of the Positive Coaching Alliance. He lives in central Austin with his wife of 20 years, Heather, and his two daughters, Grace a rising senior, and Brynley a rising freshman, both at SMCA.Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the “Piano Man” in the First National Tour of the Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in the area of Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events of all sizes. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, available on Amazon and iBooks. Support the show

Sponsored by 30/60/5 Program.  Be stronger than your excuses.  Get more info here->  https://bit.ly/30605health This is a touchy subject... and that's why we are going to cover it a little and give you some resources to look into.  I can tell you that if you're getting your information on health from the mainstream media and I don't care if it's CNN, FOX, or any of them, you are getting a skewed version of reality.  It's not really reporting as much as it is paid opinion and many times incorrect.  We have a patient in our office that works for a hedge fund and said... just follow the money and you'll find out a LOT! Well... I'm not a reporter or in a hedge fund, but I can tell you I pay attention to data, science, and off stream media.   Here are the links to the retracted mask article that I think we will see a new version of, the Texas State Senate hearing about the experimental COVID-19 injections that was not shown on the main stream media, TheHighwire.com who shares amazing science and even gives you all the scientific data in an email after the show.   I hope this opens your eyes a little more.  I know you want to be healthier and that's why you follow Lifestyle Locker Radio.   Enjoy the show and the links above and below! Sponsored by 30/60/5 Program.  Be stronger than your excuses.  Get more info here->  https://bit.ly/30605health Check out products we like> https://www.amazon.com/shop/lifestylelocker  https://www.LifestyleLocker.com/unmasked www.NewYorkChiropractic.com www.Facebook.com/lifestylelocker www.facebook.com/NewYorkChiropractic www.instagram.com/drjoshhandt www.Rumble.com/DrJoshHandt www.linkedin.com/drjoshhandt

We'll be joined from right here in Austin, TX by Jinny Suh, community organizer and public health organizer.  Jinny is also running for Texas State Senate in SD 25 because she wants to represent the people in her district no matter who they are, help improve their lives, and fight for what's right. Jinny Suh joins us to discuss how anti-science thinking has affected our COVID response and why she's running for State Senate. Also, as part of our segment on Texas businesses who continue to keep us safe during the pandemic, We'll be naming a few more businesses AND we'll be joined by one of those businesses, from right here in Austin, TX, licensed acupuncturist/herbalist and owner of Two Hearts Wellness, Paula Bruno, Ph.D., L.Ac. Violist Karen Olson wil be joining us from New York to talk about her new booka nd how music can be used as a tool in healing. Dr. Mara with more on living with passion during uncertain times.

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We'll be joined from right here in Austin, TX by Jinny Suh, community organizer and public health organizer.  Jinny is also running for Texas State Senate in SD 25 because she wants to represent the people in her district no matter who they are, help improve their lives, and fight for what's right. Jinny Suh joins us to discuss how anti-science thinking has affected our COVID response and why she's running for State Senate. Also, as part of our segment on Texas businesses who continue to keep us safe during the pandemic, We'll be naming a few more businesses AND we'll be joined by one of those businesses, from right here in Austin, TX, licensed acupuncturist/herbalist and owner of Two Hearts Wellness, Paula Bruno, Ph.D., L.Ac. Violist Karen Olson wil be joining us from New York to talk about her new booka nd how music can be used as a tool in healing. Dr. Mara with more on living with passion during uncertain times.

DALLAS, December 8, 2020 -- Human Coalition Action Texas State Director Chelsey Youman testified today before the Texas State Senate Affairs Committee on how the state can further protect the lives of the preborn and provide more resources for women experiencing unexpected pregnancies. In her testimony, Youman recognized the need for the state to continue regulating abortion but also asked the committee to seek to better understand the reasons women seek abortions. “We believe that there is still significant room for the State of Texas to lead in protecting lives simply through understanding why women abort their preborn children and focusing efforts on serving them with already available assistance,” said Youman in her testimony. “By working to alleviate the perceived need women have for abortion, we can serve both women and their children, enabling families to flourish.”Youman went on to say, “There are two notable factors that women planning to abort most have in common. First, 75% of these women say that if their circumstances were different, they would prefer to keep their child and parent. Second, they are unaware that any public or private assistance for their circumstances exists. “Texas has made large investments in providing services to women, pregnant or not. Texas built a solid foundation on which to serve the vulnerable in our communities. Yet, with all of the available community programs in the State of Texas, approximately 55,000 preborn Texan children are still aborted every year. This loss of life is tragic. And it is avoidable.“Human Coalition Action identified a rectifiable gap that persists. Pregnant women who are planning to abort are not aware community resources exist, nor how to locate them, and they need support in obtaining them. Pregnant women planning to abort most often choose life when they know help is available, and they begin to see hope for their situation. Reaching this specific vulnerable population, which is not yet reached, is crucial to saving lives. “We recommend the State of Texas continue to lead in unprecedented efforts to address the demand for abortion by creating a program to ensure every pregnant woman who is planning to abort receives a personal offer of public and private assistance from an individual with no pecuniary interest in her abortion, before her abortion. The program should enable every pregnant woman who is planning to abort a meaningful opportunity to engage support, including prenatal and postpartum care. Further, the program should include enough capacity to offer assistance to every woman planning to abort in the state. By intercepting women during the crucial pre-abortive phase and connecting them with support that our communities already provide, we can decrease abortions in our state by upwards of 30%. That would save nearly 17,000 preborn children in Texas next year. Or 750 classrooms of children.“Texas does not have to wait for the Roe or Casey framework to be overturned to save tens of thousands of children in our state. We are not at the mercy of the courts or appointees or the president to decrease abortion rates. By simply understanding why women seek abortions and by acting strategically to reach this vulnerable population, we can protect our preborn citizens in ways yet unimagined.”Chelsey YoumanTexas State Director and National Legislative AdvisorChelsey Youman, Esq., serves the pro-life coalition, as well as women and their preborn children, by advocating for pro-life policies and jurisprudence; mobilizing and unifying local grassroots to strengthen the pro-life movement and its footprint; and engaging with the public to ultimately strengthen our community’s desire to enable women and protect preborn children.Chelsey’s professional experience includes working as senior counsel and chief of staff for First Liberty Institute, concentrating on religious liberty matters and First Amendment rights. At First Liberty Institute, she litigated on behalf of and advised hundreds of clients regarding conscience rights nationwide. Chelsey has also worked in private practice, where she successfully litigated corporate fraud matters, complex commercial litigation, and consumer rights issues in both federal and state jurisdictions.Chelsey holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Texas A&M, and a J.D. from Southern Methodist University.Chelsey is happily married with two children. Her family is active in their church, serving in the premarital and pro-life ministries there. They enjoy traveling, adventuring, and eating good food.https://hucoaction.org/https://www.humancoalition.org/bios/chelsey-youman/

My guest today, Konni Burton, is a former Republican member of the Texas State Senate and successful business woman. She also started a media organisation called ‘The Texan' which bills itself as ‘news you can trust' which leans right of center. We talk about the first presidential debate, the upcoming elections, Black Lives Matter, and criminal justice reform.  It's important in today's society to be able to have open discussions with people who have different views than yourself. Konni Burton has a very interesting way of looking at the current state we're in, and she has me thinking twice about the lockdown... “What's more important than voting is to be an informed voter. Don't vote on the sound bites.” - Konni Burton  Time Stamps: 05:56 - Who Konni Burton is, what she has done in her career, and how she got into politics.11:46 - What it's like working with the senators in Austin.17:10 - The problems with 24 hour news.20:44 - The benefits of limiting the government and giving them less power.23:44 - Konni's future political aspirations, and where she sees her organisation ‘The Texan' heading.27:40 - Who Konni thinks will win the election, and how voting has changed in Texas.30:31 - What the presidential debate was like and how Konni thinks it's affected voters' decisions.34:04 - Donald Trump getting COVID and why the virus doesn't concern Konni.43:47 - The awful situation so many businesses have been put in, and the problems with the ways we are reopening them.48:30 - The Black Lives Matter movement, the political nature of it, and the Konni's thought about the organisation.55:03 - The ways the American government prevents ex-convicts for succeeding in society after they've been released.1:04:55 - The importance of being properly informed when voting.  Resources:  The Texan The Texas Tribune Texas Real Food Connect with Konni Burton:Twitter Facebook Connect with Patrick Scott Armstrong: Instagram Facebook Email

Texas State Senate candidate Shelley Luther and Tim Georgeff join the show to talk about what she wants to change in Texas government. Nancy Pelosi does whatever she wants despite the rest of us in pandemic lockdown. The government cannot control you: It's your business. Support us by supporting our sponsors! Visit https://HomeTitleLock.com and enter the promo code CHAD for 1-month free of risk-free protection. Visit https://SimpliSafe.com/WATCHCHAD to get FREE shipping on your order, plus a 60 day, money-back guarantee!  Visit https://BoxOfAwesome.com and enter the code WATCHCHAD  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clayton Tucker is a new generation leader who is running the Texas State Senate in District 24. TuckerForTexas.com From the moment Clayton Tucker could wear his own pair of boots, which was necessary as a 5th generation Texan, his grandfather put him to work at his family’s ranch in Lampasas. Clayton hauled hay, fed cows and goats, and such. Once, when he was 9 or so, there was a field fire at a neighbor’s ranch. His grandfather and Clayton grabbed two burlap sacks, a barrel of water, and took off towards the smoke. When Clayton asked why they were going to help instead of just waiting for the fire department, his grandfather told him something he would never forget: "Neighbors help neighbors." Clayton worked at the Texas State Capitol, where he researched bills and advised Rep. Helen Giddings of their effects. Clayton lived in Shanghai, where he studied Mandarin, diplomacy, and worked for an environmental compliance firm. After college, Clayton spent several years in Taiwan. He studied Mandarin at National Chengchi University and traveled throughout most of East and Southeast Asia. What Clayton learned from this experience shook him to his core. The USA is falling behind. Healthcare in Taiwan cost him $30 a month (1.5% of his salary!) and that allowed him to see any doctor with no out-of-pocket costs. Rural towns had great infrastructure and each farm had solar panels to make them fully self-sufficient. Teachers were paid extremely well, enough to provide for their entire family, no second or third job required. Clayton couldn’t stand to see his county falling behind, so he changed course again and returned home. After hearing so many healthcare horror stories, with some affecting his own family, Clayton knew he had to do something more. Advocacy from the sidelines wasn’t, by itself, going to be enough to win healthcare for all Texans. Clayton threw his hat into the ring for Texas State Senate District 24. Clayton is running to be the voice of the everyday working Texans. Clayton will fight to guarantee healthcare as a human right, to stop climate change by creating green jobs, and will fight for education.

Texas State District 29 candidate Bethany Hatch joins us in the Out Here In The Middle Studios to discuss her launch bid for Representative of District 29 and the struggles of running a political campaign during a pandemic.

A member of the inaugural Class of 1986 Flinn Scholars, Nathan Johnson was elected to the Texas State Senate in November 2018 to represent District 16, comprising all or portions of 10 cities in the northern part of Dallas County. He practices law at Thompson & Knight as counsel in the firm's Trial Practice Group in Dallas. Nathan, who graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in physics and earned a law degree at the University of Texas at Austin, also trained as a pianist and has composed music for the classical concert stage. During a hiatus from practicing law, he composed the score for nearly seventy television episodes and five films for the hit anime series Dragon Ball Z. Class of 1992 Flinn Scholar Jake Batsell is an associate professor of journalism at Southern Methodist University. The author of Engaged Journalism: Connecting with Digitally Empowered News Audiences, he was a reporter for the Seattle Times and Dallas Morning News before joining SMU in 2008. Jake is a graduate of Arizona State University and earned a master's degree in government at the University of Texas at Austin. Links: - https://www.dallasnews.com/news/2018/10/11/i-can-help-you-get-your-party-back-dallas-democrat-nathan-johnson-courts-gop-vote-in-swing-senate-district/ - https://thedaoofdragonball.com/blog/interviews/nathan-johnson-makes-waves-on-dbz/ - https://www.smu.edu/Meadows/AreasOfStudy/Journalism/Faculty/BatsellJake - https://www.amazon.com/Engaged-Journalism-Connecting-Digitally-Empowered/dp/0231168357 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ajay-karpur/message

Ex-Corey’s Angel Jezebel Sweet tells what it was like living and touring with the Goonies star.  Joe DeRosa’s former life as a Texas State Senate reporter is revealed on cassette tape. Jay recounts the time Dave Attell and David Spade were in the audience for a performance of Ha! The Musical. Dan Soder talks about his former high school crushes that wouldn’t sleep with him.

A.J. Bingham is the Founder and CEO of The Bingham Group LLC, a full-service lobbying firm working on municipal, legislative and regulatory matters throughout Texas. Bingham talks about state politics and the challenges for part-time legislators and lobbyists in the vast geography of Texas during the 140-day legislative session every other year.   A.J. is from Austin, Texas - he's a proud Austinite. Bingham attended Wake Forest University for a B.A. in Political Science and obtained his J.D. from Washburn University School of Law. A.J.'s first job in government was in HIGH SCHOOL, working at the Texas Department of Transportation. His first professional government job was with the Texas State Senate, with the non-partisan, Senate Research Center. After law school A.J. worked at a contract lobbying firm, McWilliams Government Affairs Consulting. He transitioned to a trade association, Real Estate Council of Austin, a municipal firm focused on land development in the booming city of Austin.   “We are lobbyists, but in starting your own firm and business, you are also an entrepreneur.” The Bingham Group is in a unique position in Austin, the capital of Texas, where they can work on both State legislation and municipal lobbying. A.J. pulls on his deep ties to the Austin community, having a greater lay of the land to deliver to clients. The Bingham Group offers associate internships that interested individuals can find on the company website. A.J.'s firm produces their own weekly podcast titled “The BG Podcast ” where they interview Austin's leaders and influencers. “A conversation at the intersection of business, policy and community.” You can find the podcast on sound cloud, Google play or iTunes.    To continue the conversation with AJ you can connect him via the following platforms Instagram: @binghamgroup Twitter: @binghamgp Facebook LinkedIn  BG Podcast Email: aj@binghamgp.com www.binghamgp.com   Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

Politics Weekly is a podcast on politics, news, and principals. This week, a specialist for the George W. Bush campaign joins me to discuss more updates about the Kavanagh allegations and confirmation, an upset in a Texas State Senate race, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nolancleary/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nolancleary/support

Today on Thriving Beyond Belief, we welcome Angela Paxton! What a joy it was to have Angela with me today on the podcast. From her being adopted to her many years in education to raising four children to now her run at Texas State Senate as her husband serves as the Attorney General, we discuss how the Lord has weaved together Angela's story over the years to reveal His purpose for her life today. We discuss what true ministry is and how to use your personal story to relate to others in order to share Jesus with them. Remember that whatever platform the Lord gives you, be present and obedient with His call for you. Angela talks about the fact that the Lord created her to be someone who truly resides in the moment and how she uses that gift for the Lord. She truly has a gift to make people feel seen and heard, and it is evident in the platform the Lord gives her and her husband. We speak on the beauty of differences in others, especially in marriage. Angela encourages us that rather than getting frustrated with your spouse over your differences, we should anchor into those and celebrate how we balance each other out. She speaks on the healthy habits that her and her husband practice in their marriage, especially for them when most of their days are spent apart. We discuss the necessity to nourish the marriage by making time for one another. We really take some time to discuss how the circumstances of our lives lead us to what we dedicate our lives to. As Angela runs for Texas Senate, she realizes that although she never set out in life to be in the political arena, the Lord had been preparing her, with all she had experienced, for this moment her entire life. We speak on fear and how the Lord wants us to lean on Him in those times of fear rather than let it shut us down. Fear is an absence of trust. He wants you to trust in Him in the darkest moments and not lean on your own understanding. We are not called to win the battles in our lives but we are called to simply be obedient and see the Lord be victorious. I hope this episode blesses you today. Enjoy!

As the drummer for the Count Basie Orchestra, Butch Miles became renowned for his imagination, swinging big band style, and relentless energy.  He’s also worked with legends Sammy Davis, Jr., Dave Brubeck, Mel Torme, Ella Fitzgerald, Woody Herman, and many other jazz greats.  Butch hail's from W VA and lives near Austin, Texas. He was honored by the Texas State Senate and has been inducted into the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Conn Selmer Institute and awards from Zildjian, Ludwig and the International Association of Jazz Educators. He is currently a faculty member in jazz studies at Texas State University, in San Marcos.    He continues to maintain an active gigging and recording schedule. www.butchmiles.com Website             Newsletter         Become a Patron

Nathan Johnson is running for the Texas State Senate in District 16, taking on Don Huffines. Nathan sits down with TC Fleming to discuss the race and his stance on the key issues.

In this week's headlines: • President Trump bans - via tweet - any transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. military. • The Texas State Senate has approved it's hateful, anti-transgender "bathroom bill" • Plus, Eli Lieb drops his new single, "Shangri La"

In this week's headlines: • President Trump bans - via tweet - any transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. military. • The Texas State Senate has approved it's hateful, anti-transgender "bathroom bill" • Plus, Eli Lieb drops his new single, "Shangri La"

Moe Abdou is joined by Texas Tech University chancellor emeritus and former member of the Texas State Senate, John Montford to discuss what modern boards look for in attracting their next generation directors.  

Ed Kless joined Sage in July of 2003 and is currently the senior director of partner development and strategy. He develops and delivers curriculum for Sage business partners on the art and practice of small business consulting including the Sage Consulting Academy, Business Strategy and Customer Experience Workshops. He also serves as the liaison to the Sage Leadership Association. Prior to joining Sage, Ed worked with Tipping Point Advisors, an organization dedicated to the growth and development of software implementation partners. In 1996, he co-founded Third Wave Business Systems, a Microsoft Dynamics GP partner that grew to 20 team members and $5 million in revenue. At Third Wave, Ed developed the implementation methodology and led the CRM and ERP consulting teams. Ed is a frequent contributor to industry publications, including the Journal of Accountancy, Harvard Business Review and HR.com, and has spoken at many conferences worldwide on project management, pricing, and knowledge workers. He is also active in the Information Technology Alliance (ITA). He lives north of Dallas with his wife and two children and ran for Texas State Senate in 2010 and 2012 as a Libertarian.

Today's show is the second in a series with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) during "Crime Prevention Month" which takes place the whole month of October. Today, Michelle Boykins, Senior Director of Communication from NCPC co-hosts with Dr. J on The Social Network Show. The theme for the first week of Crime Prevention Month is "Get Alerts, Stay Alive: Emergency Preparedness" and the guest for today is from the Community Safety Institute, a partner of NCPC. Today's guest, John Matthews, is the Executive Director of the Community Safety Institute and Assistant Chief Deputy Constable in Dallas. John shares his thoughts on a topic that has been in the news lately regarding the deadly force on citizens by police officers and talks about the needed communication between law enforcement and the communities where they are located. In response to the question about his thoughts on mass shootings, John gives us 6 steps to survival in a mass shooting: ESCAPE Model: 1. Exit--get out of the situation 2. Seek cover 3. Concealment 4. Assess your situation 5.  Present a small target 6.  Engage the shooter John has interesting comments about the use of drones by law enforcement and the use of other technology, including social media that is so useful in fighting crime. The public can take classes on these topics and to learn more about this education, visit NCPC or CSI learning portals. John Matthews is the Executive Director of the Community Safety Institute (CSI) and an Assistant Chief Deputy Constable for the Dallas County Constable's Office precinct #1. Chief Matthews has developed over 100 law enforcement and public safety initiatives for government agencies including the Department of Justice (DOJ); Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA); the Office of Community Policing Services (COPS); Department of Homeland Security (DHS); Office of Domestic Programs (ODP); Depart of the Interior (DOI); Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services (OJS) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). Matthews has been in law enforcement for nearly thirty years and is a Master Police Officer and certified law enforcement instructor. With Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Administrative Management and an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate, Matthews is nationally recognized for his work in law enforcement and school safety issues. While working with the Dallas Police Department he was named Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer and was awarded a Certificate of Commendation from the Texas State Senate. He also received numerous departmental awards including: Certificate of Merit, Life Saving Award, Certificate for Civic Achievement and the Police Commendation. John currently serves as a Senior Advisor to the National Sheriffs' Association and Special Advisor to the National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial Fund. John is an award-winning writer, photographer and author of five books including The Eyeball Killer, a true crime Book of the Month and first- hand account of his capture of Dallas' only serial killer.  His books School Safety 101 and Neighborhood Watch 101 focus on making our communities safer and more secure and have been the cornerstones of training programs for thousands of law enforcement officers, educators and their community stakeholders.  He has been honored as a keynote speaker at education and law enforcement conferences around the country. John hosted a popular safety segment on FOX-4 television, and for three years was a talk show host on KRLD/CBS radio and the Texas State Network, where he still makes appearances as a guest. Media appearances include; NBC Nightly News, FOX News Channel, Leeza, The O'Reilly Report, Good Morning New York, Good Morning Texas, Law Enforcement Television Network,  A Current Affair, Good Day Dallas, and scores of local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC television and radio affiliates.  John's serial killer story has been adapted for numerous network television shows and John serve...

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