Podcasts about town halls

Heute geht es um Resonanz, Macht und Beziehungsmomente unter Hochspannung.Was passiert, wenn ein CEO öffentlich mit dem Vorwurf konfrontiert wird, im „Elfenbeinturm“ zu sitzen?In dieser Episode greifen Armin Ziesemer und Thomas Böhlefeld eine Zuschrift eines CEOs auf, der sich eigentlich als nahbar erlebt: Townhalls, Updates, offene Tür, Rundgänge durch die Büros. Und trotzdem eskaliert eine Review-Runde zu einem stockenden IT-Transformationsprojekt, als ein erfahrener Abteilungsleiter sagt:„Sie da in Ihrem Elfenbeinturm haben doch überhaupt keine Ahnung, was an der Basis wirklich schiefläuft und wie ausgebrannt die Leute sind.“Ist das ein Angriff, ein Hilferuf oder ein Beziehungsabbruch?Armin und Thomas schauen auf den Kippmoment, in dem strategische Realität auf operative Erschöpfung trifft. Sie sprechen darüber, warum Anschreien keine Resonanz ist, sondern oft nur ein leeres Echo bleibt.Im Zentrum steht die Frage:Wie kann ein CEO echte Resonanz von unten ernst nehmen, ohne sich zu rechtfertigen, ohne zurückzuschlagen und ohne destruktive Muster weiter zu dulden?Dabei geht es auch um Macht, Nahbarkeit, Scham, Überlastung, Transformationsmüdigkeit und die Frage, wie aus Gegenabhängigkeit wieder Interdependenz entstehen kann.

Heute geht es um Resonanz, Macht und Beziehungsmomente unter Hochspannung.Was passiert, wenn ein CEO öffentlich mit dem Vorwurf konfrontiert wird, im „Elfenbeinturm“ zu sitzen?In dieser Episode greifen Armin Ziesemer und Thomas Böhlefeld eine Zuschrift eines CEOs auf, der sich eigentlich als nahbar erlebt: Townhalls, Updates, offene Tür, Rundgänge durch die Büros. Und trotzdem eskaliert eine Review-Runde zu einem stockenden IT-Transformationsprojekt, als ein erfahrener Abteilungsleiter sagt:„Sie da in Ihrem Elfenbeinturm haben doch überhaupt keine Ahnung, was an der Basis wirklich schiefläuft und wie ausgebrannt die Leute sind.“Ist das ein Angriff, ein Hilferuf oder ein Beziehungsabbruch?Armin und Thomas schauen auf den Kippmoment, in dem strategische Realität auf operative Erschöpfung trifft. Sie sprechen darüber, warum Anschreien keine Resonanz ist, sondern oft nur ein leeres Echo bleibt.Im Zentrum steht die Frage:Wie kann ein CEO echte Resonanz von unten ernst nehmen, ohne sich zu rechtfertigen, ohne zurückzuschlagen und ohne destruktive Muster weiter zu dulden?Dabei geht es auch um Macht, Nahbarkeit, Scham, Überlastung, Transformationsmüdigkeit und die Frage, wie aus Gegenabhängigkeit wieder Interdependenz entstehen kann.

In this episode of Taxpayer Talk, Peter Williams is joined by Nick Clark from the New Zealand Initiative and Jordan Williams (Taxpayers' Union Executive Director) to break down the Government's plan to slash New Zealand's 78 local authorities down to as few as 15.They explain why bigger councils do not necessarily mean lower rates, better services, or fewer bureaucrats — and why amalgamation could actually make local government less accountable, less local, and even more expensive. From the Auckland Super City experiment to bloated town hall empires, unelected decision-makers, and the fight to bring councils back to core business, this is a must-listen for ratepayers wondering who really wins when Wellington decides bigger is better. Support the show

Ayse Mese zeigt, warum erfolgreiche Unternehmensnachfolge nicht erst beim Notar beginnt, sondern Jahre vorher – mit klaren Strukturen, transparenten Prozessen und der Bereitschaft, das eigene Unternehmen unabhängig vom Chef oder der Chefin zu denken. In dieser Folge sprechen wir darüber, warum so viele Mittelständler an der Person des Inhabers stehen und fallen, wie Selbstausbeutung zur unsichtbaren Falle wird und warum es gerade in KMUs und Handwerksbetrieben höchste Zeit ist, sich von der „One-Person-Show" zu verabschieden. Es geht um den richtigen Zeitpunkt für den Nachfolgeprozess, die Rolle von KPIs auch in kleinen Strukturen, kleine Stellschrauben wie Krankenquoten und Auftragsplanung, die Kraft regelmäßiger Town Halls und die Frage, wie viel Transparenz Mitarbeitende eigentlich brauchen, sich sicher zu fühlen. Ein ehrlicher Impuls für alle Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmer, die ihr Lebenswerk zukunftsfähig aufstellen, ihr Team frühzeitig einbinden und einen Übergang gestalten wollen, bei dem alle Seiten gewinnen – statt im Last-Minute-Modus zu übergeben. 

It's a high-stakes Friday on What's On Your Mind as Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn launch a mission to fix North Dakota's low voter turnout ahead of the June elections. The first hour serves as a "Talk Radio Town Hall," featuring candid conversations with local candidates Chad Peterson (Fargo City Commission), Paul Moore, and Carissa Gueske (Fargo School Board) about fiscal transparency and the "choice-ready" vs. "proficiency" gap in schools. The political heat intensifies as Senator John Hoeven joins to break down the naval blockade of Iran and North Dakota's growing role as the "tip of the spear" in space and drone defense. Later, Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth pulls no punches regarding a new $100 million fraud discovery in housing programs under Governor Tim Walz's watch. Between the heavy hitters, the show stays grounded with a heartwarming "Salute to Smiles" for a local veteran and a hilarious trip down memory lane as listeners share their grandmothers' most iconic (and confusing) sayings. Standout Moments [34:44] – The "Unemployed" Entrepreneur Fargo City Commission candidate Chad Peterson explains how three decades of signing the fronts and backs of paychecks informs his "defensible expenditure" approach to government budgets. [36:26] – Heavenly Minded, No Earthly Good Scott kicks off the Fun Friday question of the day, digging into grandma's best sayings. From "don't let the door hit you" to the mystery of "knowing where to put your potatoes," the phone lines light up with nostalgia. [37:34] – The Proficiency Crisis School board candidates Paul Moore and Carissa Gueske dive into alarming statistics, noting that despite an $11,000 spend per student, elementary proficiency in reading and math is hovering between 36% and 38%. [38:41] – The Stranglehold on Iran Senator John Hoeven discusses the military effectiveness of the current naval blockade and why any deal with the Iranian regime must be "verifiable" because they simply cannot be trusted. [39:25] – North Dakota: The Golden Dome A fascinating look at the expansion of Space Force operations at Grand Forks Air Force Base and how North Dakota is leading the world in counter-drone technology and missile tracking. [40:32] – The WBI Bakken Pipeline Justin Kringsted, Director of the North Dakota Pipeline Authority, gives a 2030 outlook on the massive natural gas project that aims to connect Watford City to Fargo. [43:40] – The $100 Million Drug Housing Fraud Minnesota Speaker Lisa Demuth exposes a massive budget explosion…

In this episode, I'm talking with Sandy MacDonald, Senior Director and Head of Legal Operations at DocuSign. Sandy is recognised for building an "ahead of the curve" team that treats AI not just as a tool, but as a collaborative digital assistant embedded into the very fabric of their workflow.We talk about the cultural shift of AI adoption and how focusing on individual "pain points". You'll hear perspectives on "human-in-the-loop" governance and why the most successful legal teams are moving away from "AI slop" toward high-value, verified automation that lawyers actually trust.Overcoming the Fear of Replacement: Sandy explains that the primary cultural hurdle is fear; however, she emphasises that AI won't replace lawyers, but lawyers who use AI will replace those who do not.The "Foot in the Door" Strategy: Instead of massive overhauls, the team focuses on "narrow use cases" such as using Gemini to generate images for presentations - to build curiosity and comfort."Human-in-the-Loop" Governance: DocuSign implements a strict governance model where humans remain responsible for validating every piece of AI-generated output.Peer-to-Peer Learning Over Formal Training: Sandy shares why monthly "AI wins" segments in Town Halls are more contagious and effective than top-down mandates or formal one-hour training sessions.Criteria for AI Adoption: How to identify the best starting points for automation by looking for tasks that are high-volume but low-risk, such as processing customer questionnaires.The Evolution of Legal Ops: The shift in the Legal Ops role from being CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) experts to becoming "AI evangelists" and builders who design their own custom workflows.--------Each week I take what I'm hearing in conversations with legal leaders.I analyze the market and track emerging trends in this AI era.In my newsletter called The Future Lawyer Market Intel for the AI eraI'm focused on:What AI is exposingThe opportunitiesThe blind spotsAnd the shifts shaping the next five years.This is how you see the chessboard before everyone else does:https://hollycope.my.canva.site/thefuturelawyer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warum trainiert jemand Ratten, um Landminen zu erschnüffeln? Weil es eine radikale Lösung für ein lebensbedrohliches Problem ist. Zarah Bruhn, Gründerin von Social Bee und heute Expertin für gesellschaftliche Sprunginnovationen bei SPRIND, ist angetreten, genau diesen Geist der verrückten Ideen in die deutsche Ordnung zu bringen.Zarah räumt mit dem Vorurteil auf, das Soziale sei ein Feld für Almosen und Wohlfahrt. Für sie ist es nicht nur eine Frage der Würde, sondern auch der ökonomischen Vernunft. Ihre Gründung Social Bee hat die Integration von Geflüchteten professionalisiert: Unternehmen erhalten ein bürokratiefreies Rundum-sorglos-Paket, während der Staat pro Person massiv spart. Ein Social Return on Investment von eins zu 35 ist kein naiver Idealismus, sondern ein Effizienz-Hack für einen Sozialstaat, der sich seit Jahrzehnten kaum im Kern erneuert hat.Heute sucht Zarah bei der Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen nach Moonshots, die Millionen Leben verbessern oder dem Haushalt Milliarden sparen könnten. Ob KI-gestütztes Lernen im Matheunterricht oder digitale Townhalls nach dem Vorbild Taiwans – Ziel ist es, das schwindende Vertrauen in die Handlungsfähigkeit von Staat und Gesellschaft durch echte Selbstwirksamkeit zurückzugewinnen. Ihr Credo: Wo das Ehrenamt an seine Grenzen stößt, müssen unternehmerische Strukturen übernehmen, um gesellschaftliche Herausforderungen dauerhaft und messbar zu lösen.Michael und Zarah sprechen über den Mut zum Machen, die ökonomische Kraft der Integration und darüber, wie man den Staat konstruktiv "hackt", um ihn wieder zukunftsfähig zu machen.Zu Gast: Zarah Bruhn, Unternehmerin (Social Bee), erste Beauftragte für Soziale Innovationen der Bundesregierung und SPRIND-Managerin für gesellschaftliche Sprunginnovationen.Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

04/08/26: Gary Wertish was elected Minnesota Farmers Union President in January 2017. He joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to talk about an upcoming "people's town hall" and the current issues facing the ag industry. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Paul Harris, Rep. Kevin Waters, and Rep. David Stuebe will answer constituents' questions at five 17th District town halls. Topics include the newly passed income tax, an $80 billion budget, and their long-term effects on Clark County and Washington. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/southwest-washington-lawmakers-to-hold-a-series-of-town-hall-meetings-throughout-the-17th-legislative-district/ #ClarkCounty #WALeg #WashingtonPolitics #TownHall #Budget #TaxPolicy

Send us a text and chime in!Supervisor Chris Kuknyo is holding a Williamson Valley Town Hall on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 6:30. This will be held during the Annual Williamson Valley Community Organization Meeting with registration at 5:30. The Town Hall will be held at Grace Church located at Outer Loop and SR89. Town Halls provide the community with an opportunity to learn and ask questions regarding the everyday functions of Yavapai County Government. The departments represented at the Town Hall will be Development Services, Public Works, the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office and our Yavapai County Elections Office. We will also be joined by the... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/town-hall-planned-for-williamson-valley-residents/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Strong school districts depend on strong partnerships with their communities — and that includes local government.In this episode of School Business Insider, host John Brucato speaks with Adam Tarquini, Chief of Finance & Operations for West Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts, about the importance of building productive relationships between school districts and their municipalities.They explore how transparency, education, and collaboration with city and town leaders can strengthen trust and improve financial decision-making. The conversation also highlights why successful school finance leadership relies on letting data guide discussions rather than emotion.This episode offers practical insights for school business officials seeking to build stronger partnerships with local government.Contact School Business Insider:Check us out on social media:LinkedInTwitter (X)Website: https://asbointl.org/SBIEmail: podcast@asbointl.orgMake sure to like, subscribe and share for more great insider episodes!Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Association of School Business Officials International. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "ASBO International" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The presence of any advertising does not endorse, or imply endorsement of, any products or services by ASBO International.ASBO International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and does not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for elective public office. The sharing of news or information concerning public policy issues or political campaigns and candidates are not, and should not be construed as, endorsements by ASBO International....

The Homeland Security shutdown is delaying key public meetings over forthcoming cyber incident reporting regulations. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency had planned on holding the meetings this month. But much of CISA's operations have been curtailed by the shutdown. For more, Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday joins me.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on North Port Now, we're covering exciting park news, important road improvements, regional watering restrictions and the latest decisions from City Commission. We begin with the grand opening of Boca Chica Neighborhood Park, North Port's newest passive park. Join Parks & Recreation for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at 1601 Boca Chica Avenue. Designed with community input, the park features walking paths, shaded areas, preserved native vegetation, a playground and a Story Stroll — while protecting 27 on-site gopher tortoise habitats. Funded through Park Impact Fees, this project ensures growth pays for growth.We also recap the City's first Town Hall of the year, where more than 50 residents gathered to learn how City government makes decisions. Missed it? Watch the recording on the City of North Port's YouTube page. Stay updated on future quarterly Town Halls by following the City on social media or subscribing to the twice-monthly CommUNITY e-newsletter at NorthPortFL.gov/Subscribe.Road work is underway on North Cranberry Boulevard between Lucaya Avenue and Barry Road. Crews are using a Full Depth Reclamation process to rebuild and strengthen the roadway for long-term durability. Construction is expected to last about one month. Learn more at NorthPortFL.gov/RoadRehab.Due to extremely dry conditions, the Southwest Florida Water Management District has declared a Modified Phase II “Severe” Water Shortage. Residents are now limited to one day per week lawn watering between 12:01–8 a.m. or 6–11:59 p.m. The restriction remains in effect through July 1 and applies to City water customers and private well users. Get details and conservation tips at NorthPortFL.gov/WaterRestrictions.Finally, City Manager Jerome Fletcher joins us for another installment of Commission Meeting Highlights, breaking down key items from the Feb. 24 meeting. Topics include an ordinance allowing the City to assess cleanup costs for hazardous trees and overgrown lots, discussion on Commission salary adjustments, proposed administrative safeguards for permit processing, and a letter of support for state funding of the Teen Court program. You can review meeting agendas or watch recordings anytime at NorthPortFL.gov/Meetings.

Mayor Deegan joins JMN for a monthly review of what's happening in the COJ administration. In the first part, she recaps the 2026 Donna Marathon, and a number of local political/social issues - community engagement in recent town halls, infrastructure needs, the Duval DOGE report (and hyper-partisan scrutiny), city personnel controversies, and more. In the 2nd half, Mayor Deegan discusses the Duval Readers initiative and the program's success, Jacksonville's relationship with ICE (operationally managed through JSO), and what's coming up in the next series of Town Halls.

On today's episode of Mundo in the Morning on KCMO, we're diving into the latest news on the proposed ICE detention facility in Leavenworth and the Chiefs' stadium deal in Kansas City. We'll break down the drama that went down at the Leavenworth City Council meeting, where a proposal to reopen a prison as an immigration detention center was met with both support and opposition. We'll also discuss the Chiefs' push to build a new stadium and practice facility in Leavenworth, and what it means for the community. Plus, we'll touch on the NFL's halftime show controversy and the latest on the Democratic party's demographic shifts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Associated Students EVPLA Office spearheaded extensive efforts to “Save Deltopia”, including hosting Townhalls and info sessions. Now, almost halfway through the academic school year, KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez sat down with Associated Student External Vice President for Local Affairs, EJ Raad, to see what's to come for Isla Vista residents.

December has arrived – time for community gatherings and season's greetings!

Join me for a one-on-one conversation with Mayor-Elect Jayden Williams, recently elected as the youngest mayor in Stockbridge's history and a rising voice in next-generation leadership.

The Rise of the AfD and the Threat to German Democracy. Judy Dempsey discusses the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, noting it is infiltrating German culture, education, and town halls, predominantly in the East. She warns that the AfD poses a danger to German democracy and the rule of law. The future hinges on whether established parties can isolate the AfD or if the Constitutional Court will intervene to outlaw the party. Dempsey also notes that the BBC scandal involves the highly scrutinized domestic service, distinct from the generally "exemplary" BBC World Service. 1933

The Rise of the AfD and the Threat to German Democracy. Judy Dempsey discusses the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, noting it is infiltrating German culture, education, and town halls, predominantly in the East. She warns that the AfD poses a danger to German democracy and the rule of law. The future hinges on whether established parties can isolate the AfD or if the Constitutional Court will intervene to outlaw the party. Dempsey also notes that the BBC scandal involves the highly scrutinized domestic service, distinct from the generally "exemplary" BBC World Service.

In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson cover everything from the latest developments in the 2026 Iowa governor's race to the broader political shifts shaping both Iowa and national politics. With new candidates entering the race and familiar names making their bids official, the hosts analyze how the field is taking shape and what it means for Republican voters.The conversation opens with the announcement of Congressman Randy Feenstra's official campaign launch and newcomer Zach Lahn's populist-leaning entry into the race. Chris and John discuss how both are positioning themselves — Feenstra emphasizing his record on tax reform and Lahn focusing on “Iowa First” and small-town preservation. They explore emerging themes like property rights, health care affordability, and foreign land ownership, noting that these issues reveal the shifting priorities within Iowa's conservative movement.Beyond the campaign trail, the hosts examine a recent Des Moines Register report highlighting the loss of more than 200,000 registered Democrats in Iowa over the past 15 years. They frame this as part of a broader realignment in American politics, where working-class voters in the Midwest have steadily moved toward the Republican Party. The discussion contrasts these demographic changes with suburban shifts in the opposite direction, explaining how Iowa's political map continues to evolve.The episode also touches on civility in politics — sparked by a recent town hall event featuring Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks — and the rising tension between public accountability and political grandstanding. The hosts close with a candid discussion of national tariff policy, including Donald Trump's proposal to send $2,000 rebate checks funded by tariffs, which both Chris and John sharply criticize as misguided economics that fails to reduce spending or debt.The show ends on a lighter note as the hosts share trivia, debate presidential rankings, and defend the enduring legacy of Ronald Reagan.

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: WMAL GUEST: KT MCFARLAND (Former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Trump) on the Israel-Hamas Peace Deal NY POST: Nancy Pelosi – Clutching the Arm of an Aide to Walk – Snaps at Reporter Asking About Capitol Riot: ‘Shut Up’ VIDEO: AOC on Free Healthcare for Illegals VIDEO: Fetterman's Truth Bombs Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, October 16, 2025 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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CNN granted a platform on Wednesday night to socialists Bernie Sanders and AOC in a "Shutdown Town Hall." The host, Kaitlan Collins, interrupted them only nine times. But when Collins interviewed Trump in a town hall format in 2023, she interrupted 113 times. Fox News contributor Joe Concha addresses that terrible tilt and other topics. 

Tax Guru continues answering talkback questions. Law Enforcement conduct weeks long seatbelt enforcement campaign. Gov Tim Walz gives details over Town Hall plans to ban assault “style” firearms.

Hour 2 begins with Jon talking about how Walz is planning to hold Town Halls, instead of a Special Session to talk about guns. Then Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson joins the show to talk about the Government Shutdown, and Trump's peace deal with Hamas.

-- On the Show: -- Rep. Barry Moore refuses to answer who pays Trump's tariffs and Rep. Mark Alford is confronted by a farmer over losses caused by those tariffs -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr blames antidepressants and transgender transitions for violence instead of addressing guns after a Minnesota mass shooting -- Donald Trump posts on Truth Social boasting about Republican fundraising and predicting a huge victory in the midterms -- Blue states could cripple red states by quietly withholding financial support instead of pursuing an impossible formal secession -- The White House uses Ronny Jackson, a disgraced former Navy doctor and current congressman, to declare Donald Trump the healthiest president ever despite visible health concerns -- A discussion about Democratic elected officials failing to connect with voters and independent media -- Speculation grows that JD Vance is positioning himself for the presidency as Trump's health problems and age raise succession questions -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Trump revokes Kamala Harris's Secret Service Protection. a bizarre Fox News segment about Cracker Barrel's logo change, and much more...

Most Republican members of Congress are shying away from holding town hall meetings, but Missouri Republican Mark Alford is bucking that trend. We discuss what goes on at Alford's events and why more Republicans aren't holding big events in their districts.This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, Congress correspondent Barbara Sprunt and politics correspondent Ashley Lopez. This podcast was produced by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

from microsoft to $700 million in real estate Feras Moussa's Syndication Journey How does someone go from a Microsoft engineer to managing over $700 million in multifamily real estate? On this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we sit down with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, who shares his incredible journey from tech to becoming a real estate syndication powerhouse. Jeff and Feras talk about: Why real estate isn't just for the rich—and how anyone can start The real reason most real estate investors fail Systems thinking, KPIs, and what it takes to scale a company fast EOS, hiring strategy, and building elite teams What operators get wrong about property management How to evaluate risk-adjusted returns and avoid analysis paralysis Why GSD (“Get Sh*t Done”) is Feras' #1 core value Whether you're a small business owner sitting on cash flow or an aspiring investor, this episode is a masterclass in wealth creation, risk management, and scaling high-performing teams.

from microsoft to $700 million in real estate Feras Moussa's Syndication Journey How does someone go from a Microsoft engineer to managing over $700 million in multifamily real estate? On this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we sit down with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, who shares his incredible journey from tech to becoming a real estate syndication powerhouse. Jeff and Feras talk about: Why real estate isn't just for the rich—and how anyone can start The real reason most real estate investors fail Systems thinking, KPIs, and what it takes to scale a company fast EOS, hiring strategy, and building elite teams What operators get wrong about property management How to evaluate risk-adjusted returns and avoid analysis paralysis Why GSD (“Get Sh*t Done”) is Feras' #1 core value Whether you're a small business owner sitting on cash flow or an aspiring investor, this episode is a masterclass in wealth creation, risk management, and scaling high-performing teams.

Congressman Mark Alford, R-Cass County, isn't shying away from doing town hall meetings while Congress is in recess. He's planning a four-day swing next week through the 4th Congressional District, which takes in portions of the Kansas City area and Mid-Missouri. On the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, Alford talks about holding town hall meetings and why he supported defunding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

From Iowa to New York, Republican members of Congress have struggled to answer constituents' tough questions about their party's agenda, with several town hall meetings turning angry and going viral.Republican leaders have told lawmakers to stop holding them all together.Representative Mike Flood of Nebraska has ignored that advice. The congressman speaks about the disappearance of an American political tradition and why he thinks it is worth preserving.Guest: Representative Mike Flood, Republican of NebraskaBackground reading: Representative Flood faced his hometown voters. It wasn't pretty.From March: Republican House members were told to stop holding in-person town halls.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Scott Morgan/Reuters Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

August 17, 2025; 7am: Saturday,  the Democratic National Committee organized hundreds of “Fight the Trump Takeover” protests in 43 states, according to the event website. Protesters took to the streets to oppose what they see as a sweeping power grab by Texas Republicans: a gerrymandering plan designed to lock in Republican control of the House of Representatives in the midterms. Protestors also took to the streets in Washington, DC, to rally against President Trump's federal police takeover as more Republican-led states plan to deploy National Guard troops to the city. Miles Taylor, former Department of Homeland Security chief of staff during Donald Trump's first term, joins “The Weekend” to discuss.For more, follow us on social media:Bluesky: @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.socialInstagram: @theweekendmsnbcTikTok: @theweekendmsnbcTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.

Jason thinks it's important for Representatives to interact with voters, but when it turns into disruptive performance, what's really the point? (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about today's announcement that the Polahds will retain primary ownership of the Twins - he's not that mad. Then he talks about a Rep. Finstad town hall that was shut down by protesters. What's the point?

August 10, 2025; 8am: One week in, Texas Democratic lawmakers are standing strong despite growing legal threats after leaving the state in protest of the GOP redistricting effort. Texas State Representatives James Talarico and Jolanda Jones join “The Weekend” to discuss.For more, follow us on social media:Bluesky: @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.socialInstagram: @theweekendmsnbcTikTok: @theweekendmsnbcTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.

August 5, 2025, 9pm: Donald Trump's acolytes, including Attorney General Pam Bondi attempt to minimize Trump's connection to notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein and his sex trafficker accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, while hoping that a re-boot of the investigation into the investigation into Russia's support of Trump's candidacy in 2016 will be a further distraction. Texas Governor Greg Abbott tries to get heavy with Democrats who are denying state Republicans a quorum so they can't further gerrymander the state to try to help Trump hold onto his majority in Congress. And meanwhile, Republicans who are returning to their home districts are facing outrage from constituents for their blind support of Trump's wildly unpopular policies. 

Gary shares an idea of Athletic Directors holding public town hall meetings.

President Trump personally inspected renovations of the Federal Reserve's headquarters as part of a pressure campaign on chair Jerome Powell, House Republicans are being asked questions back home about the push to release records related to Jeffrey Epstein, and France intends to recognise a Palestinian state. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter. Today's episode of Up First was edited by Roberta Rampton, Padmananda Rama, Hannah Bloch, Janaya Williams and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas, Christopher Thomas and Claire Murashima. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange. And our executive producer is Jay Shaylor. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

SEASON 3 EPISODE 122: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:45) SPECIAL COMMENT: Trump is the greatest president of all time... at losing public support! Almost overlooked in the typical maelstrom, analysis by the last King of 538: Trump's Net Approval Rating has fallen farther, faster, than any other president since they started keeping the statistic in 1953. On Inauguration Day he was at Net Plus 10. After 100 Days he's already at Net MINUS 10. At this rate, by August he'll be at NET MINUS 30. He is losing an approval point every FIVE DAYS. By itself, the Net Minus 10 is also a record. And that's just the start of Trump's polling crater. Internal Republican Congressional Campaign polling has him at a Net Minus Seven inside vulnerable swing House districts. He is collapsing faster than he is collapsing the economy! This sets up the prospect of a Democratic landslide next year, if only the Democrats will TRY. Chuck Schumer's response? More bipartisanship in spending bills! B-Block (33:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer wants an ethics investigation of Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig because when he was too terrified to host a town hall in his district, she did. Their districts ADJOIN. DC US Attorney nominee Ed Martin sinks further into deceit over Hitler cosplayer Hale-Cusanelli. And Trump demands Penn apologize for letting transgender athletes compete or he'll withhold $175 million in funding. My suggestion? Penn should declare that Trump got his degree from Penn's Wharton School by deception and sue HIM FOR $175 MILLION. And new developments in Bill Maher's self-immolation. He did something ELSE about Trump - eight years ago - that he attacked Larry David for doing last week! C-Block (45:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: If I didn't actually invent the mobile phone, there is every chance I was the first to use one on the streets of New York City. It was this time of year, about 35 years ago, and it still shocks me that I actually stopped pedestrian traffic on 42nd Street just by answering a call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the latest town halls where Republican leaders like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Brian Mast and Chuck Grassley were ruthlessly booed. Mosh: Head to https://moshlife.com/MEIDAS to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on the Best Sellers Trial Pack! Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on more Republican town halls being overtaken by boos and angry constituents, and contrasts them with Democratic town halls—highlighting Democratic Congressman Robert Garcia's event as an example. Thanks to Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% OFF your first purchase at fastgrowingtrees.com/meidas when you use code: MEIDAS at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Krystal and Emily discuss Trump doubles down on Ukraine minerals, GOP rage quit town halls, Bill Maher sneers at anti Trump protests. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.com Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the Town Halls spreading where Americans from all political parties are calling out Trump and Musk. Hims: Thanks to HIMS! Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/meidas for your personalized ED treatment options. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices