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We take a look at the legal arguments over the National Guard, the Marines, and immigration and ICE with Jamie Rowen, Associate Professor of Legal Studies at UMass Amherst and Director of the Center for Justice, Law, and Societies

This week on Sinica, I chat with Stephen Platt, historian at UMass Amherst and author, most recently, of the book The Raider: The Untold Story of a Renegade Marine and the Birth of U.S. Special Forces in World War II. Like his previous works, Autumn in the Heavenly Kingdom and Imperial Twilight, it offers a compelling narrative history of an overlooked chapter through a deeply empathetic and well-researched examination of individual lives. Please make sure to listen to the excerpt from the audiobook at the end of this podcast.04:21 - Evans Carlson: A forgotten hero07:49 - The Real Carlson vs. the constructed Carlson10:04 - The book's origin12:20 - Carlson's ideological transformation16:50 - Carlson's religious beliefs and public perception20:04 - Emerson's influence on Carlson's thinking 23:46 - Inner conflicts: Soul-searching or regret?27:15 - Carlson's relationship with President Franklin D. Roosevelt30:39 - Gung Ho Meetings: meaning, practice, and legacy33:34 - Zhu De's influence on Carlson 40:28 - Carlson's relationships with Agnes Smedley and Edgar Snow47:49 - Hopes for U.S.-China alliance 51:57 - Carlson's death and his legacy 58:01 - Lessons from CarlsonPaying it Forward: Peter Thilly, Emily MokrosRecommendations: Stephen: 11.22.63 by Stephen King; Ted Chiang (author); Otoboke Beaver (band); Book of Mormon (musical)Kaiser: Wobbler (band); The Religion by Tim Willocks; Zappa (2020)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Show me the incentives and I'll show you the outcome”. These were the wise words of the late Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's former business partner. What he meant by that was that if you incentivize good and productive business behavior, your business will grow. If you reward bad and unproductive behavior, your business and, ultimately, the consumer, will suffer. Since the 1980s, the economic and legal frameworks we've used have incentivized bad behavior. Today, we'll discuss Shareholder Primacy, which is the idea that a firm's primary responsibility is to maximize value for its shareholders. Its proponents believe that by maximizing value for shareholders, there is greater accountability, more incentives to invest in productive capabilities, and a higher likelihood of risk-taking leading to innovation. From the 80s to the 2000s, these ideas reigned supreme across economic and legal circles. They helped shape law and policy to create the highly corporatized economy we see today. But now, some of the flaws of this framework are beginning to manifest. Corporate profits as a percentage of GDP remain high relative to prior decades. Corporate profits now make up 12% of GDP, down from its peak of 12.8% in 2021, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. This is at a time when most Americans are still reeling from inflation earlier in the 2020s. A recent report from the Ludwig Institute for Shared Economic Prosperity found that the bottom 60% of households are out of reach of a minimal quality of life. Using the framework of shareholder primacy, a time of high corporate profits should translate to a high standard of living. But we just aren't seeing that.Why? Well, it depends on who you ask. I sat down with Harrison Karlewicz, a P.hD candidate at UMass Amherst, whose work shows that investing in equities doesn't always translate to investment in productive assets that will help companies grow. Instead of efficiently channeling savings to companies that need resources, like we're taught financial markets are for, they have become a place where speculation can lead to rent-seeking. There was a lot of nuance to the conversation. Financial markets weren't all good or all bad. But, I think we have to be realistic about the role financial markets and assets play in the economy. Our conversation touched a lot upon how businesses can be better structured to invest in assets that will help the company grow and provide good-quality products to consumers.Mr. Karlewicz is wrapping up his dissertation at UMass Amherst, where he works with Lenore Palladino, a Political Economist, on projects about corporate governance, industrial organization, and financialization. He is a research assistant at UMass's Political Economy Research Institute and a Fellow at McClave and Associates, an economic consulting firm. He has taught economics and math at Springfield College and Berkshire Community College. His work has been published by multiple outlets such as the Roosevelt Institute and Jacobin. Harrison earned his bachelor's degree in economics and political science from Seattle Pacific University and his master's from Bard College in Economic Theory and Policy. Together, we discussed the Robinhood-Gamestop debacle, the differences between public and private financial markets, and how policy can better incentivize investment in productive capabilities. To check out more of our content, including our research and policy tools, visit our website: https://www.hgsss.org/

Stacey Frigerio Mahdavian graduated from UMass Amherst in 1989. She planned to work as a camp counselor that summer and then travel a bit. Unfortunately, life had another idea. On a gravel road in the middle of nowhere Wyoming, the car in which she was riding, fishtailed and then flipped four times. In between the third and fourth flip, she was thrown 100 feet from the car and sustained a spinal cord injury at L1 and L2. At the time she was told she would never walk again, nor be able to have children. In this week's episode of the QuadCast, Stacey tells us about her remarkable journey, which has had many twists and turns. Over the years, she has worked as an assistant district attorney in the Brooklyn district attorney's office, worked at a private law firm, become an advocate for the SCI community with United Spinal Association and the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, and more. Most importantly/impressively, she will participate in November's New York City Marathon in a handcycle with a guide runner… who just so happens to be her 25-year-old daughter, Anastasia (the oldest of her 3 children)! Stacey is the personification of resilience, and you will hear that loud and clear in our conversation!

Court resumes Tuesday in the Karen Read retrial. A Boston federal judge demands answers from the Trump administration. "Pizza Joe" has legions of fans at UMass Amherst. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

The UMass Amherst police department released their records on the investigation into the disappearance of Maura Murray. This episode looks into what the documents reveal, including motives for her disappearance, more information about the mysterious party on campus, and the story of how her ID may have been found in a junk yard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nejat Abdurahman, Millennial, is a Keynote Speaker, the Author of The Art of Managing Up, and founder of N-BAC, a business advisory & consulting firm that helps organizations and leaders transform the way they lead. She is a certified leadership and emotional intelligence coach andDISC Practitioner who enables organizational growth and transformation through learning and leadership development. A continuous learner herself, Nejat lovesto spark passion for learning and help people unlock their potential. Nejat earned her MBA from Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst, and her BAdegree in Economics from Addis Ababa University.What You'll Learn in This Episode: 0:00 Introduction2:15 Taboo Subject?7:35 Feeling Unappreciated 8:11 Confidence and Humility10:36 Personal and Team Acknowledgement Example12:59 Mobilizing your boss18:56 Self-awareness and Leadership20:24 Emotional Intelligence22:47 Being Dismissed25:36 Holistic Approach28:02 Generational Insights32:12 20-Something Self AdviceQuotable Moments:“One thing that keeps people from managing up are the myths associated with it.” “I thought I was the right person in the pipeline for the promotion and contributing this much, and someone else is hired?!” “We're pretty bad about marketing ourselves and it's always difficult.” “I wish I had this so much sooner.” “Which one is priority for the organization and boss?” “Communicate with others the way they would like to communicate, not the way you want to becommunicate.” “Self-leadership is the foundation of great leadership. The foundation of self-leadership is self-awareness.” “Self-awareness is really knowing who you are, your goals, strengths, talents, passion, what gives you energy, and tendencies (how you communicate).” “Emotional intelligence is a lifetime skill – it's having the knowledge of our own emotions and regulating them and understanding others and leading with empathy andcompassion.” “Leadership is for people. Managing includes resources.” “Instead of thinking about yourself, think about the work you are doing, the learning. the purpose, the mission.” “Focus on self-love a lot.”   Three Episode Takeaways:  1.   When we think of managing up there are myths associated with it including we're arrogant or being out of integrity. We also think if we just do our work, datawill speak for itself and others will see the value added we bring. When someone manages up and actively sharing what is being contributed new opportunities open up. 2.   There are two extremes of leaders: 1.Totally promotes themselves or 2. Focus on the team at the loss of personal accomplishments. The in-between is to do both. 3.   Make sure your hard work is aligned with the organization and your boss so your work is adding value and appreciated. Nejat makes the distinction between a great and productive relationship with your boss. When having difficulty with yourboss, think about the different communication styles and remember to ask how they would like you to communicate to have a more productive relationship.  Special Offer:Managing Up Assessmenthttps://nbac.outgrow.us/nbac-3 Episode Resource: The Art of Managing Uphttps://www.amazon.com How to reach Nejat: nejat@n-bac.com Website: https://www.n-bac.com/ https://www.facebook.com/nejat.h.abdurahman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anejat/ How to reach Yo:  Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a messageor voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny  YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/ 

What happens when scientific curiosity meets life-changing opportunity? Nicole Mumbi shares her remarkable journey and provides a powerful answer to this question.Moving from Nairobi, Kenya to Boston in 2019, Nicole faced the challenge of cultural transition while nurturing her budding interest in science. Though initially experiencing culture shock and language barriers, her determination never wavered. A simple middle school experiment on atmospheric pressure had already planted the seed of scientific fascination that would shape her future path.When Nicole's high school guidance counselor suggested applying to the BioBuilder Apprenticeship Program, she seized the opportunity despite her fears and busy academic schedule. At Ginkgo Bioworks' Learning Lab, Nicole and her team developed "Break the Stigma" – an innovative at-home HIV detection project that engineered bacterial cells with CD4 receptors to detect the virus in blood samples. This first-hand laboratory experience transformed her understanding of science from textbook concepts to real-world applications.The technical skills Nicole gained – from PCR to scientific presentation – became the foundation for her subsequent internship at the prestigious Ragon Institute. Now thriving as a Biochemistry and Molecular Biology student at UMass Amherst, she gives back by tutoring other students in chemistry while contemplating whether her future lies in research, medicine, or a combination of both.Throughout her story, Nicole emphasizes the importance of pushing past imposter syndrome to take chances. "I remember having this imposter syndrome person talking to me saying, 'I don't think you have enough qualifications,'" she shares. "But I was grateful for my mom's encouragement to partake in opportunities without feeling like an outsider."Learn more about BioBuilder's programs for students, educators, and industry professionals here

What's it like to crush the Civil FE Exam on the first try, with less than two months of exam prep…all while still juggling a full course load in grad school?!

We're opening up The CITIUS MAG Podcast to have ANYONE join us to share their Boston Marathon stories. It's going to be a rapid-fire, live podcast recording where we don't know the guests and just want to connect and hear cool stories from the community. We will be streaming it live on our YouTube channel.If you're in the Boston area, come on by to the Boston High Point, 745 Boylston Street Boston, MA.PRESENTED BY PUMA – Show presented by PUMA | The all-new Fast-R NITRO™ Elite 3 is here — and it's built to move you faster than ever before. Crafted with cutting-edge design + backed by science from UMass Amherst, this race-day shoe delivers a 3.15% boost in running economy (vs. the Fast-R 2) — which could mean shaving over 4.5 minutes off a 3-hour marathon time. Designed for serious speed. Proven to change the game. Get your edge. Lace up in the Fast-R NITRO™ Elite 3. A limited global drop will go live on PUMA.com, in PUMA flagship stores and in select retailers across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Australia from Friday 25 April.

Is there a constitutional crisis brewing? Tommy talks with Jamie Rowen, Associate Professor of Legal Studies at UMass Amherst and Director of the Center for Justice, Law, and Societies

More than a dozen University of Massachusetts Amherst students who were preparing for careers in science, the humanities and other fields, saw their goals take a sudden turn when their legal status to live and study in the U.S. disappeared.

In this episode of the Leaders Across America podcast, Steve Acorn talks with Jacob Zegowitz, a UMass Amherst graduate, who shattered expectations in the Student Painters Management position.   Jacob shares his journey of running a $180,000 business during his first year with the program, earning nearly $40,000 in profit, and how the experience challenged him to grow as a leader. He reflects on how perseverance and grit helped him navigate the ups and downs of running a business, from building a strong preseason marketing strategy to overcoming rejection and leading a motivated team.   Jacob also explains the importance of coachability, time management, and holding himself accountable, emphasizing how these lessons have shaped his success not only in the program but in life. Now, as a full-time mentor with Student Painters, Jacob is dedicated to helping others achieve extraordinary results by following the same principles that drove his success.   This episode is packed with valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, interns, and anyone striving to achieve personal and professional growth. Enjoy!   In This Episode You'll Learn: Why embracing challenges and setbacks is key to growth How to build and motivate a team that drives results The importance of marketing and a strong preseason effort in scaling success Why grit, resilience, and adaptability are the cornerstones of leadership How Jacob's journey with Student Painters has set the foundation for his future goals And much more…     Resources: YEAA Website Leaders Across America  

A pro-rights "Hands Off" Rally at Boston Common is taking place, Senate Republicans approve a multi-trillion dollar package of tax breaks and spending cuts, and several international students at U-Mass Amherst have their visa revoked. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

This spring I'm releasing bonus episodes of The Take Home. No new lectures on leadership, instead I'm sharing the amazing podcasts created by the students in my Leadership for Sport Professionals class. In this bonus episode of Season 5, I'm sharing "Beyond the Arc" which was created and produced by Jacob Harvey and Halle Hamilton. Here are their liner notes: In season 2, episode 1, Jacob and I explore Northouse's ethical leadership style as detailed in chapter 15 of the 9th edition of Peter G. Northouse's "Leadership: Theory and Practice." During this segment, we highlight the importance of mentoring through observation, speak about humility's role in a collaborative and flexible coaching style and why people should always come first, discuss connections to Trinity, and end with a few valuable bits of wisdom to carry into the future. We also touch on the leadership challenge and the five components of leadership that we discuss in class, competence, benevolence, reliability, trust, and honesty, and how Jay naturally utilizes these practices as a leader in the Sports Industry. For this episode, we are joined by Jay Demings, the 3x3 national teams director of basketball for Team USA. Before arriving in Colorado Springs, Jay coached AAU basketball teams and fostered many youth basketball events. Jay earned his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from UMass Amherst and later pursued graduate studies in Sport Leadership at Northeastern University in Boston. Jay Demings joined USA Basketball as the Youth & Sport Development Director at the end of 2013. After expanding the division to include youth and coach development initiatives, 3x3, and E-Sports, Demings officially transitioned his full-time focus to 3x3 men's and women's national teams. Jacob first met Jay when he toured the USA Basketball headquarters in Colorado Springs during his freshman basketball season. From there, he got to know him by being a practice player at training camps for 3x3 world cups and competing in 3x3 events. Jay speaks very passionately about having a collaborative style when coaching. He believes that most of his early success as a coach came from his ability to admit when something went wrong and having the humility to tweak it with the help of his player's input. He drives home that, as leaders, it is extremely important to show people that you care about them more than the results and how far that truly goes. When we spoke about leadership philosophy, Jay stated his was: “Stay as flexible as you possibly can while maintaining your values, standards, and ethics.” He highlights the importance of implementing standards in place of rules and that these standards should be agreed upon collaboratively. When we dove into specific values of leadership, Jay believed trustworthiness was above all else. We loved how he consistently emphasized the importance of prioritizing people, particularly athletes, over the game itself. Jay wraps this conversation up by encouraging listeners to look for roles that allow them to expand their skills and emphasizes the importance of doing a multitude of skills, even the unfavorable ones, to the best of your ability. This is an excellent conversation to introduce season 2, and we thoroughly hope you take this conversation beyond the arc! Music by: Beat Mekanik

Send us a textBreaking into McKinsey from a non-target school? It's tough - but not impossible. Just ask Elizabeth. In this episode of Strategy Simplified, she shares her journey from UMass Amherst to landing a coveted Business Analyst offer at McKinsey's Boston office.Elizabeth gets real about:Her full recruiting timeline - from first interest to final offerThe strategies that helped her crack the case interviewHow she prepped for the nerve-wracking Personal Experience Interview (PEI)What makes MBB interviews different from boutique consulting firmsIf you're gearing up for consulting recruiting, this episode is packed with tips, insights, and motivation to help you on your own journey.Additional ResourcesJoin an upcoming Black Belt cohort to work with the world's most effective case coaching teamNot sure consulting is right for you? Get real-world consulting experience through the Strategy Sprint consulting projectPrepping for an internship or full-time job? Get Excel and PowerPoint training to get you ready to thrive from day onePartner LinksStax is hiring! See open roles and requirementsConnect With Management Consulted Book a free 15min info call with Katie. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights. Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email our team (team@managementconsulted.com) with any questions or feedback.

Happy National Nutrition Month! Today is our final episode in our RD Meet the Team Series where you will get to hear Sam interview the amazing providers that make up the Find Food Freedom® Team! Today we are featuring: Chelsey Leonard! Chelsey is a Massachusetts native and earned her bachelor's degree in nutrition from UMASS Amherst and then completed her dietetic internship through Priority Nutrition Care with a concentration in business. She moved to Florida in 2018 and earned her master's degree in nutrition from UNF in 2023. After working in the clinical inpatient and outpatient settings for over 4 years, she found herself unfulfilled until she discovered Intuitive Eating in 2021. As an individual who herself had suffered with a disordered relationship with movement, food, and body, this framework resonated deeply with her. She knew at that moment she would spend the remainder of her career as a nutrition professional helping individuals heal their relationships with food and body and re-discover all the joys life has to offer. She fervently believes everyone has the right to weight inclusive and unbiased healthcare and is dedicated to fighting for the rights for all individuals' health concerns to be heard and treated appropriately. Today's episode is sponsored by Factor Meals! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/freedom50off to get 50% off your first box + FREE shipping! ALL things Find Food Freedom®: Get your Insurance Benefits Checked: https://bit.ly/FFFinsurance   Instagram: @find.food.freedom TikTok: @findfoodfreedom Website:https://find-foodfreedom.com/ Join the FFF Monthly Membership here: https://findfoodfreedommembership.com and use the code 'IWANTFOODFREEDOM' for 3 months completely FREE!  

This episode of Guess That Record has Jackson speaking with Radio Personality, Professor, and Writer Donna Halper! Donna started in radio in the 1960s, working her way up from her campus radio station to become the Music Director at WMMS in Cleveland. During this stint in 1974, Donna famously became the first DJ to play the music of Rush on American radio, which helped launch their career. Following her time in radio, Donna has worked in academia, teaching at various universities and writing on subjects like media history. She holds a Ph.D. in communication from UMass Amherst, and in 2023 was inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame.   Guess That Record is sponsored by: Marvel Marketing (https://marvelmarketing.ca/) Guitarworks (https://guitarworks.ca/) Recordland (https://www.instagram.com/recordlandcalgary/)   Guess That Record is picked up on radio by these amazing stations: CKMS (https://radiowaterloo.ca/) CKXU (https://ckxu.com/) South Devon Sound (https://southdevonsound.co.uk/)   Visit our website (https://guessthatrecordpodcast.com/) Visit our Spotify playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0B5g5u7usVmyLa3IXmga4P) Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/guessthatrecord/?hl=en) Follow us on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@guessthatrecord) Subscribe to our YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkDkfXa3P5XIRWIQkdQ0B9Q)

On today's program, we speak with Mark Melnik of the Donahue Institute at UMass Amherst about the state of our economy. We also talk with the executive editor of the Boston Business Journal Doug Banks about federal cuts, impacting healthcare and education in the state. Janelle Nanos of The Boston Globe talks with small business owners about the uncertainty in the local economy. Mike Marshall of Marshall Wealth Management explains how to navigate retirement planning in this economic environment and finally Skip Perham of Suffolk University Sawyer school of business examines  the dollars behind the NCAA and March Madness.

Episode 30 -Toni Solari - Nutrition in the Child who Aspirates In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Jen Smith and Nikki Misner speak with Toni Solari on nutrition in patients with aerodigestive diseases.  Toni is a registered dietitian in the Aerodigestive Center at Boston Children's hospital where she specializes in blenderized nutrition and specialized diets for various gastrointestinal disorders. She earned her degree at UMass Amherst,  and has been practicing as a pediatric dietitian for 11 years. When she is not working, Toni enjoys spending time, preferably outside, with her 3.5 year old son and 1.5 year old daughter.Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition.Resources:Aerodigestive Nutrition References: https://www.iddsi.org/standards/frameworkBolgeo T, Di Matteo R, Gallione C, Gatti D, Bertolotti M, Betti M, Roveta A, Maconi A. Intragastric prepyloric enteral nutrition, bolus vs continuous in the adult patient: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutr Clin Pract. 2022 Aug;37(4):762-772. doi: 10.1002/ncp.10836. Epub 2022 Feb 16. PMID: 35174544.Hirsch S, Solari T, Rosen R. Effect of Added Free Water to Enteral Tube Feeds in Children Receiving Commercial Blends. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2022 Mar 1;74(3):419-423. doi: 10.1097/MPG.0000000000003308. PMID: 34560723; PMCID: PMC9531939.Hron B, Rosen R. Viscosity of Commercial Food-based Formulas and Home-prepared Blenderized Feeds. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2020 Jun;70(6):e124-e128. doi: 10.1097/MPG.0000000000002657. PMID: 32443040; PMCID: PMC8530412.Hron B, Fishman E, Lurie M, Clarke T, Chin Z, Hester L, Burch E, Rosen R. Health Outcomes and Quality of Life Indices of Children Receiving Blenderized Feeds via Enteral Tube. J Pediatr. 2019 Aug;211:139-145.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2019.04.023. Epub 2019 May 23. PMID: 31128885; PMCID: PMC6660979.Jensen EA, Zhang H, Feng R, Dysart K, Nilan K, Munson DA, Kirpalani H. Individualising care in severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia: a series of N-of-1 trials comparing transpyloric and gastric feeding. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2020 Jul;105(4):399-404. doi: 10.1136/archdischild-2019-317148. Epub 2019 Nov 4. PMID: 31685527; PMCID: PMC7453998.Koo JK, Narvasa A, Bode L, Kim JH. Through Thick and Thin: The In Vitro Effects of Thickeners on Infant Feed Viscosity. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2019 Nov;69(5):e122-e128. doi: 10.1097/MPG.0000000000002470. PMID: 31449171.Alyssa Courtney, Anne Bernard, Scott Burgess, Katie Davies, Kelly Foster, Vishal Kapoor, David Levitt, Peter D Sly; Bolus Versus Continuous Nasogastric Feeds for Infants With Bronchiolitis: A Randomized Trial. Hosp Pediatr January 2022; 12 (1): 1–10. https://doi.org/10.1542/hpeds.2020-005702Produced by: Corey IrwinNASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionalscpnp@naspghan.org

Part 1:We talk with Katharine Stewart, investigative reporter, and author of two recent books, "The Power Worshipers", and "Money, Lies, and God,"We discuss the tactics of the US christian right, and how their goal is to crush liberalism and democracy in the US and other countries. How the christian right uses disinformation to to sway people to their view, and confuse people.Part 2:We talk with Nathan Meyers, Ph.D. candidate in sociology at U Mass Amherst.We discuss how Trump uses his power to privatize government functions, to 'prove' how inefficient government is. This is part of his war on the US government, and the labor unions. By portraying the government as too expensive, and not effective, he hopes to eliminate it. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Aaron Regunberg, the Contributing Editor at The New Republic, and Senior Climate Policy Counsel at Public Citizen.We discuss the Bernie Sanders tour of the US, and the reception Sanders is getting from many people.It is important to note that the fastest growing demographic in the US is billionaires. In the last 10 years, the number has increased from 500 to 2500 billionaires.Part2:We talk with Richard Peltier, Professor of Environmental Health. U Mass Amherst.We discuss the likely effects of the dismantling of air quality rules, as is being done by DOGE. The air quality in the US as a result of years of rules has markedly improved. We now can expect to return to the prior state, with the cost borne by the population in the form of increased illness and death.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Danny and Derek speak with Charli Carpenter, professor at UMass-Amherst, about US influence on the “rules-based order”. They discuss whether this “system” has become the US unilaterally delegating the rules, how the Biden administration undercut any remaining semblance of these norms, America's cynical use of this concept in a context like Ukraine, the decline of mass politics in foreign policy decision-making, what mechanism might exist to stop rogue actors like Trump, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Christine Cocchiola is joined by Dr. Lisa Fontes, a leading expert on coercive control. Dr. Fontes serves as an expert witness in legal cases involving coercive control and is the author of Invisible Chains, the second book ever written on the topic. In this powerful conversation, she sheds light on the insidious tactics abusers use to manipulate and dominate their victims—often without ever resorting to physical violence. Learn More from Dr. Lisa Fontes: Lisa A. Fontes, PhD is an expert on coercive control, child abuse, and intimate partner violence. A researcher, professor, and expert witness, she has authored Invisible Chains, Interviewing Clients Across Cultures, and Child Abuse and Culture. A Senior Lecturer at UMass Amherst, she has over 30 years of experience in research, psychotherapy, and education. Her work is widely published, with millions of readers on Psychology Today and Domesticshelters.org. She has served as an expert witness in 17 states on trauma, abuse, and child development.

A UMass Amherst student hits the shot but misses the prize, a federal judge in Boston holds up President Trump's plans, and is your overthinking just overthinking? Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

An aquatic ecologist for the Connecticut River Conservancy, Kate Buckman, and UMass Amherst doctoral student James Garner talk about their study that found presence of endangered shortnose sturgeon above the Turners Falls and Vernon, VT dams. They tell us about the life cycles of these fish, how they might be impacted by hydropower facilities, and how they used environmental DNA analysis to find evidence that these fish live in stretches of river they were not know to be in previously.

In this Young Success Episode, Nathan Browne sits down with the world's #1 business coach, Brad Sugars, to dive deep into the power of goal setting. Together, they explore why goals are essential for success, how to create a structured framework for achieving them, and the mindset shifts necessary to turn dreams into reality. Brad shares his proven formula—Dream, Goal, Learn, Plan, Act—and explains how small, consistent actions can lead to massive success. Whether you're looking to improve your career, finances, health, or personal growth, this conversation will give you the tools and inspiration to set clear goals and make them happen.About Nathan Browne:Nathan Browne is a marketing professional with a bachelor's degree in economics from UMASS Amherst. New to ActionCOACH Global, he is passionate about personal development and success strategies. In this episode, Nathan brings his curiosity and enthusiasm to an engaging conversation with Brad Sugars about the power of goal setting and how it shapes both personal and professional success.About Brad SugarsInternationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That's why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone.Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free:The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter

In this captivating episode of the DEF-EDucation Podcast, we sit down with Lyrical Faith, an award-winning spoken word artist, doctoral student at UMASS Amherst, and visionary organizer of the upcoming Black Artistic Freedom (Black AF) Conference on February 22, 2025. Lyrical Faith shares her journey as a creative force, blending artistry, academia, and activism to amplify Black voices and champion social justice. We dive into her inspirations, the power of spoken word to inspire change, and her vision for the Black AF Conference as a transformative space for celebrating Black creativity and resistance. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Benjamin Bertocci has been living and working in N.Y.C. since 2005. He was raised in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, attended Bard College at Simon's Rock, UMASS Amherst, and Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville. He now works out of his studio in Long Island City Queens, and lives with his small family in nearby Astoria.   Philosopher VII; Abomination Parent Transfixed Between Planes, Frozen, Destroyed (Fiscally Appreciative Parasitoid) 14”x11” Oil on Panel. The Last Beasts in the Sky Still Need to Play, Oil on Panel, 16”x20”. Promession III, oil on plastic entombed canvas 12” x 12” 2022.

Stub Me Down is here to get 2025 started off on a positive note! JW and Skinny conclude their chat with author Benjy Eisen in Episode 3 of Season 6! They finally get to the stub down after an extended discussion of the Grateful Dead and Bill Kreutzmann in part one of this incredibly fun conversation. Benjy's stub takes the guys to the second of a two-nighter at UMass Amherst in 1995, featuring some big jams, rarities, and context about the setlist you might not have heard before! This was a special night, and even Dickie V. got in on the love! Thanks for listening! 

Combining technical skill with a strong aesthetic, flameworking pioneer Sally Prasch is known for her work that places other-worldly figures in glowing globes filled with rare gasses. She has also constructed portraits from broken shards of glass and is well known for her goblets made with coiled stems that allow them to bounce when handled. Her latest work incorporates cast bronze with glass. But perhaps Prasch's greatest fulfillment has come from teaching. She has taught flameworking workshops at UrbanGlass, Brooklyn; the famous Niijima Glass School, Japan; Pilchuck Glass School, Stanwood, WA; Penland School of Craft, Penland, NC; Pittsburgh Glass Center, Pittsburgh, PA; Grove Gas & Light Co, University of CA, San Diego, CA; Ingalena Klenell's Studio, Sweden, and many more. States Prasch: “Teaching has always been a part of my life. My parents were teachers, and both my brother and sister have also been teachers. Lloyd Moore, my first teacher, found it very important not to have any secrets but to share your knowledge with others – share your love of glass and making things. He taught thousands of people, and I continue in his tradition. Lloyd started me teaching at age 15. It was scary for me to teach adults, but made me practice things over and over again. We started people on soft glass tubing and then worked them up to borosilicate.”  Prasch began her career at age 13 with Moore working as a part-time apprentice at the University of Nebraska and then worked as a glassblowing instructor for the City of Lincoln Recreation Department. Later on, she took workshops from some of the best glassblowers of the time including William Bernstein, Ray Schultz, and Lino Tagliapietra. She attended the University of Kansas from 1977 to 1980 and received a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art in Glass and Ceramics.  After college, Prasch started her glass art business that is still active today. She soon began to receive recognition for her artistic work and was selected for the Corning Museum of Glass' New Glass Review in 1993. The artist has been attending Glass Art Society (GAS) Conferences since 1978 and continues to participate by giving demonstrations and lec-moes, serving on the GAS Advisory Board and working with the organization's History Committee. In 1985, Prasch received her Certificate in Scientific Glass Technology from Salem Community College (SCC), Carneys Point, New Jersey. Soon afterwards, she obtained a position with AT&T doing large quartz work for the semiconductor industry. Continuing with her studies, Prasch earned her degree in Applied Science from SCC in 1986. Later that year she got a job as a scientific glassblower and glass instructor at the University of Massachusetts. She has worked as a scientific glassblower at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (UMass Amherst), Syracuse University, and the University of Vermont, Burlington.  Currently, Prasch is the scientific glassblower and also teaches Scientific Glassblowing and the Properties of Glass to graduate students in Chemistry, Art and Physics at University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She is a member of the American Scientific Glassblowers Society (ASGS) and the director of the Northeast section. Her ASGS experience includes participating in seminars on such subjects like vacuum technology, quartz technology, and glass sealing. She has instructed a neon class with David Wilson, presented a paper on her work with the discovery of the gravitational wave, and co-chaired symposiums.  In 2025, Prasch will exhibit her work in Glass Lifeforms at the Pittsburgh Glass Center, opening February 7 and running through April 20. Her work will also be on view in Glasstastic at the Brattleboro Art Museum, Brattleboro, VT, March 22 through November 1. The artist will teach at the Pittsburgh Glass Center, Pittsburgh, PA, from July 28 – August 1. After curating the annual glass exhibit at Leverett Crafts and Arts in Leverett, MA for the month of November, Prasch will have a one-week fall residency with George Kennard at SCC, as well as a residency at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. In 2026, the Herter main gallery at UMass Amherst will host a solo exhibit of Prasch's work from January 29 through May 8. The opening will take place Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. with an artist talk from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Her work will also be on display at the Science Library and at the Durfee Conservatory at UMass during the show.  As Prasch develops new work, including pieces for Laura Donefer's 2026 Glass Fashion Show to be held at GAS, she continues to teach and fabricate scientific glassware at UMass. She says: “I have taught on average 25 students a month for my entire career, only taking a break during the pandemic. Obviously, teaching is a part of me, and I gain so much. It is not about teaching, not about glass, not about notoriety, not about pay – it is about the energy between people. It is about trust.”  UPCOMING EVENT LINKS Spring and Fall semester classes and weekend workshops at the University of Massachusetts – Amherst https://www.umass.edu/natural-sciences/research/scientific-glassblowing-laboratory February 7 – April 20, 2025 – Glass Lifeforms Exhibit, Pittsburgh Glass Center https://www.pittsburghglasscenter.org/event/exhibition-lifeforms/ March 22 – November 1, 2025 – Glasstastic, Brattleboro Art Museum, Brattleboro VT https://www.brattleboromuseum.org/2024/09/06/glasstastic-2025/ March 21 – 23, 2025 – International Flameworking Conference, Salem Community College, Carneys Point, NJ https://www.salemcc.edu/glass/international-flameworking-conference April 5, 2025 – Northeast American Scientific Glassblowers Section Meeting, Cornell University https://northeast.asgs-glass.org/ May 14 – 17, 2025 –Glass Art Society Conference https://www.glassart.org/conference/texas-2025/ July 28 – August 1, 2025 – Teaching at the Pittsburgh Glass Center, Pittsburgh PA https://canvas.pittsburghglasscenter.org/classes/1632 Fall, 2025 – one week residency with George Kennard at Salem Community College, Carneys Point, NJ https://www.salemcc.edu/glass Fall, 2025 – one week residency at the University of Massachusetts https://www.umass.edu/natural-sciences/research/scientific-glassblowing-laboratory January 29 – May 8, 2026 – Exhibit at the Herter Gallery, University of Massachusetts, Amherst Opening April 24, 5 – 7 p.m. with artist talk 6:00 – 6:30pm https://www.umass.edu/herterartgallery/herter-art-gallery January 29 – May 8, 2026 Exhibit at the Science and Engineering Library and the Durfee Conservatory https://www.library.umass.edu/sel/ https://www.umass.edu/natural-sciences/research/greenhouses/durfee-conservatory  

Dive into Episode #125 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and special guest Ernie Brooks, a positivity and relaxation instructor at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Mr. Brooks is also active with students at his alma mater, Anna Maria College, as a member of the alumni association Board of Directors. He prides himself in creating genuine connections with students and safe spaces for them to be their best selves as they navigate the college experience. In the 2024 World Happiness Report, the United States ranks 23rd, the first time in the report's history that the U.S. has fallen out of the top 20. The U.S. was ranked 15th in 2023. The report also indicated that young people, particularly those aged 15-24 (Generation Z), report lower happiness levels than older generations in many regions, including North America, Western Europe, the Middle East, and South Asia. Concerns about their future, economic instability, and mental health contribute to this trend; essentially, they feel less happy than their elders. These data suggest that organizations of all types and sizes should expect that Gen Z will need support from a mental health perspective. To support Gen Z mental health, organizations should prioritize providing readily accessible mental health resources, promoting work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements, educating leaders on recognizing mental health concerns, incorporating stress management tools, and fostering a culture that openly discusses mental health issues, including utilizing platforms like meditation apps and wellness programs tailored to Gen Z's needs. In this elective course, Ernie is seeking to meet students where they are and provide them with roles that will help them be more positive and relaxed in their education pursuits and in their lives.

Professor Jason Ralph joins the Hayseed Scholar podcast. Brent has known Jason's work for two decades, but only fairly recently met him in person. Jason grew up in the village of Norton Canes in South Staffordshire near the West Midlands of England.  His father had worked in the coal mines years prior, but then started a business where all of Jason's family would eventually work. The original plan was to get a teaching degree focused in physical education, but that didn't quite work out. Jason's intellectual turn happened in a number of locations - working back at his father's business during breaks while reading the newspapers, in the US during a stint at 'Camp America', which put him close to UMass-Amherst, and then in Wales at Aberystwyth, where he would get his Bachelor's and then Master's, concluding with a PhD in War Studies at King's College London. But it was equal parts critical theory and security, as well as strategic studies and intelligence, that inspired Jason's interests.  Jason's earlier work was on American Exceptionalism and the ICC, including a Review of International Studies article that Brent would read and begin to know Jason's research through. Jason talks about breaking into academia through positions at Exeter, and then Leeds, where he remains to this day. He reflects on his approach to writing, what he does to unwind, how playing the guitar helps with both, and more!

Welcome to Ep 138: Neuroinclusive Advising with Rachel Adams and Fred Zinn. Rachel Adams is Associate Director of Education and Training, Disability Services at UMAss Amherst and a Doctoral Candidate, UMass Higher Education and Administration. She offers education and training around disability and also teaches undergraduate students at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Fred Zinn is Associate Director, Digital Learning in the College of Education at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and focuses his practice on teaching teachers how to teach and teaching with technology as well as educating others about accessibility. In today's conversation, Rachel, Fred, and I discuss how faculty and staff in the role of an advisor can support undergraduate and graduate students, both formally and informally. We discuss best advising practices specifically with a neuro inclusive lens. You'll hear my new favorite term in today's conversation “unconditional positive regard” in relation to supporting neurodivergent students, but it seems appropriate to me to use in many other situations. I hope you enjoy this thoughtful conversation on the Think UDL podcast.

Dr. James Miller has a longtime interest in media technology, and this led him to the historical study of the automobile as an under-appreciated site of media consumption. From there, the highly digitalized modern race car presented itself as a possible precursor of future mobility. This was also an excuse to intellectualize the pleasure of motorsports, which has resulted in a connection with the IMRRC and membership in the International Motor Press Association. Miller is professor emeritus of communications at Hampshire College, a former member of the graduate faculty at UMass Amherst and a member of the Porsche Club of America. Formula One raced at Watkins Glen for 20 years, 1961-1980. This was a still early time in post-war F1, when nearly everything was smaller scale, sponsorship was just beginning, a DIY ethos ruled the paddock and US media attention was limited. Yet these 20 years mark a crucial midway point between the Glen's original road racing and the modern, corporatized F1 that has now developed into a global media spectacle. To mark 75 years of Watkins Glen motorsports, this presentation offers a sketch of this distinctive time and place, with emphasis on the local community engagement that made those glorious 20 years of F1 possible. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Introduction and Sponsors 00:58 The Early Days of Formula One at Watkins Glen 01:48 Community Involvement and Economic Impact 02:41 Historical Study and Key Observations 05:33 The Circus Era: A Cultural Context 07:57 Watkins Glen: A Unique Racing Venue 08:57 The Founders and Key Figures 11:11 The Teams and Their Principals 12:41 Challenges and Triumphs of Team Ownership 14:00 Jackie Stewart: A Champion's Journey 14:55 The Unsung Heroes: F1 Mechanics 15:52 Watkins Glen: A Beloved Racing Venue 17:08 Local Involvement and Community Spirit 18:05 The Watkins Glen Effect and Future of Racing 18:59 Preserving Racing Heritage 20:33 The Impact of Bernie Ecclestone 21:39 Summer Jam and Music Festivals 23:23 Conclusion and Reflections ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/ Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the fourth hour discussing UMass Amherst football as they prepare for Georgia in a few weeks, along with Zo's plans for the tailgate. (13:16) The guys jump back in to discuss eggnog as we enter the holiday season. What are your thoughts on eggnog? (25:08) The crew gets right back to it, comparing Mac Jones' rookie year to Drake Maye's rookie season so far. (36:45) Zo and Beetle close out the fourth hour with Today's Takeaways on McKone being a cruise guy.

Amid deep political polarization and extreme campaign rhetoric, the U.S. presidential election on November 5 is likely to be decided by a small number of voters in swing states such as Pennsylvania and Michigan. But why is it so close?In this episode Naomi Schalit, senior politics editor at the The Conversation U.S., speaks to Jesse Rhodes, associate professor of political science at UMass Amherst, who has been surveying Americans on the issues that matter to them, and their concerns as the election approaches. This episode was produced by Katie Flood with assistance from Mend Mariwany. Sound design was by Michelle Macklem and our theme music is by Neeta Sarl. Full credits for this episode are available. Sign up here for a free daily newsletter from The Conversation.If you like the show, please consider donating to The Conversation, which is an independent, not-for-profit news organisation. And please do rate and review the show wherever you listen.Further reading:Why vote for Harris or Trump? A cheat sheet on the candidates' records, why their supporters like them and why picking one or the other makes senseUS voters say they're ready for a woman president − but sexist attitudes still go along with opposition to HarrisYes, sexism among Republican voters helped sink Nikki Haley's presidential campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Torres hosts a debate if the MCAS test should be repealed as a high-school graduation requirement (Ballot Question 2). Team No is Roni Gold, Springfield public school teacher and former Northampton school committee member; Team Yes is Deb McCarthy 25-year educator and MTA Vice-President; and Jack Schneider UMass professor and director of the Center for Education Policy at UMass Amherst (who will vote Yes to repeal MCAS as a graduation requirement).

A UMass Amherst poll finds that the highest percentage of Massachusetts residents in over four years believes the state is on the “wrong track.” The survey found that the top concern for respondents is housing. We discussed the specific findings from the poll and ask you if you think MA is on the “wrong track.”Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

A UMass Amherst poll finds that the highest percentage of Massachusetts residents in over four years believes the state is on the “wrong track.” The survey found that the top concern for respondents is housing. We discussed the specific findings from the poll and ask you if you think MA is on the “wrong track.”Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

A scam email has been going around in recent weeks that has been so concerning, several local police departments have issued warnings about it. The scammer tells you that they're able to spy on you through your computer or your phone, and they then threaten to release a bunch of info about you if you don't pay up. How do these emails work? Who is behind all this? Why is this one making such a mark? Professor Amir Houmansadr at UMass Amherst breaks this down with Nichole and talks about how you can protect yourself against these scammers.

On today's episode, Brianna and Grace discuss all things Halloween, their friend Jackie, cable television, and so much more. Brianna recognizes Grace from UMass Amherst. Grace is distraught over this celebrity couple breakup. Oh and Happy 100th Birthday, Jimmy Carter! *This episode is AI-Generated* 00:00 October and Halloween 17:40 Our friend Jackie 23:45 Sleep 31:20 AI Generated Podcasts 34:55 Cable TV 36:10 Broadway Tickets 51:00 Football 59:15 Crazy Sh*t in the News SUPPORT THE SHOW: Go to drinkpiratewater.com to find Pirate Water in a location near you! Download the Gametime app today and use code PLANBRI to easily score great deals with the new Gametime Picks! Boston vs. Big Night Live. Exclusively for Uber One Student Members. Go to https://ALOMOVES.com and use code PLANBRI for an exclusive 30-day free trial, plus enjoy 20% off an annual membership. Find GHOST ® Energy at your local grocery or convenience store For full line-up and flavors visit drinkghost.comYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/planbri

A discussion of the building blocks of a just energy transition with Professor Erin Baker, the Faculty Director of the Energy Transition Institute at UMass Amherst.Professor Erin Baker visited with Ahlmahz Negash and Paul Dockery in-person at the office of the Pacific Northwest Utility Conference Committee (PNUCC) about energy justice, meaningful metrics, and the Holyoke Community Energy Project. The discussion is wrapped by insightful commentary on energy justice from hosts Conleigh Byers, Farhad Billimoria, Paul Dockery, and Ahlmahz Negash.You can find the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Share with friends that are energy enthusiasts, like us!2:58 - 30 seconds of theoryWhat is energy justice?Jenkins, K., McCauley, D., Heffron, R., Stephan, H. and Rehner, R., 2016. Energy justice: A conceptual review. Energy research & social science, 11, pp.174-182.3 core tenets of energy justiceJenkins, K., McCauley, D., Heffron, R., Stephan, H. and Rehner, R., 2016. Energy justice: A conceptual review. Energy research & social science, 11, pp.174-182.5 categories of energy justice metricsBaker, E., Carley, S., Castellanos, S., Nock, D., Bozeman III, J.F., Konisky, D., Monyei, C.G., Shah, M. and Sovacool, B., 2023. Metrics for decision-making in energy justice. Annual Review of Environment and Resources, 48(1), pp.737-760.11:31 - Interview with Prof. Erin Baker58:22 - Debriefing from interview w/ hosts Conleigh Byers, Farhad Billimoria, Paul Dockery, and Ahlmahz Negash1:33:00 - Closing Thoughts from Conleigh Byers & Farhad BillimoriaPublic Power Underground, for electric utility enthusiasts! Public Power Underground, it's work to watch!

Last week on the podcast we talked about which seeds we should be saving from the garden, how mature the fruits need to be when we harvest seeds and a bit about how to dry and test them. This week, we're focusing on storing them properly. When we get seeds from a catalog or other seed supplier, they've often gone through a set of steps that we may not be duplicating at home with our own saved seeds. Seed suppliers are required to test their seeds not just for germination percentage, but also for diseases and moisture content. These tests ensure that we're not brining outside diseases into our gardens and make sure the seeds we get will maintain their integrity in storage without spoiling. Today on Just Grow Something we're going to talk about how we can achieve the same results in our own seed collection. If you garden where certain diseases are prevalent you certainly don't want to saving that disease to plant again with your seeds the next year. We also want to be sure our seeds remain intact in storage and we don't open up a fuzzy, moldy mess when it's time to plant in the spring. Let's dig in! Question of the Month: What was your biggest success in the garden this season? References and Resources: Just Grow Something Gardening Friends Facebook Group Check out how you can become a patron on Patreon Just Grow Something is Bonus content for supporters of the Just Grow Something Podcast! (buymeacoffee.com) Vegetable: Hot Water Seed Treatment | Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment at UMass Amherst

In this episode of Architecture, Design & Photography we sit down with Matthew Cunningham, Founding Principal of Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design LLC. Blending Yankee building techniques with high design, Maine native Matthew Cunningham is a leader in his profession, and is well-known for his plant-centric residential landscapes throughout the Northeast. His gardens feature ecologically sincere planting schemes and regionally sourced reclaimed materials that evoke an authentic sense of place, while showcasing his unique ability to grasp the dynamic rhythms of everyday life. Matthew holds degrees in landscape architecture from the Harvard Graduate School of Design and from UMass Amherst. His distinguished academic record includes Certificates of Honor from the American Society of Landscape Architects at both institutions. Prior to starting his practice, he worked for Reed Hilderbrand, where he contributed to dozens of institutional and residential design projects that have been celebrated nationally. In 2004, he founded his now 25+ person firm, Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design LLC, and maintains offices in Massachusetts and Maine. Under his direction, his team has garnered dozens of professional awards from the American Society of Landscape Architects, the Boston Society of Landscape Architects, and the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, to name a few. More from Matthew Cunningham: Website: https://matthew-cunningham.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcldllc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cunningham-aa21166 MCLD Land Lab: https://www.instagram.com/mcldlandlab/ More from us: Website: www.adppodcast.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/adppod_ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/architecture-design-photography/id1447381737 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qTtT0lpXkVGyksEkN57VS Our interview today is sponsored by Maine Home+Design. Don't miss Matthew's Design Theory in the upcoming October 2024 issue of Maine Home+Design.

Finale Doshi-Velez is a Professor at the Harvard Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.  This off-the-cuff interview was recorded at UMass Amherst during the workshop day of RL Conference on August 9th 2024.   Host notes: I've been a fan of some of Prof Doshi-Velez' past work on clinical RL and hoped to feature her for some time now, so I jumped at the chance to get a few minutes of her thoughts -- even though you can tell I was not prepared and a bit flustered tbh.  Thanks to Prof Doshi-Velez for taking a moment for this, and I hope to cross paths in future for a more in depth interview. References  Finale Doshi-Velez Homepage @ Harvard  Finale Doshi-Velez on Google Scholar  

Thanks to Professor Silver for permission to record this discussion after his RLC 2024 keynote lecture.   Recorded at UMass Amherst during RCL 2024.Due to the live recording environment, audio quality varies.  We publish this audio in its raw form to preserve the authenticity and immediacy of the discussion.   References  AlphaProof announcement on DeepMind's blogDiscovering Reinforcement Learning Algorithms, Oh et al  -- His keynote at RLC 2024 referred to more recent update to this work, yet to be published  Reinforcement Learning Conference 2024  David Silver on Google Scholar  

A Worcester native, David Ginsburg grew up in a family wholesale business led by his father and grandfather, in which he learned the valuable lesson of "you do what it takes" regardless of hierarchy. After graduation from UMass Amherst, David worked in the family business for several years before beginning his radio career at WBOS in Boston. After nearly 8 years, rising from Promotion Coordinator to Program Director, David moved to agency life as an experiential marketing manager, which soon morphed to social media marketing in the wake of the '08 crash. David now leads a dual career as General Manager/Program Director at WICN Public Radio in Worcester as well as serving as Digital Marketing Director at Hollywood Agency, an integrated PR and Marketing Agency based in Hingham. Connect with David LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidginsburg/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thegins/ Connect with David Hill   Public Website: www.davidihill.com  Real Estate University: www.realestatelistings.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidihill/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidihill  20-Minute call: https://www.davidihill.com/strategycall FACEBOOK COMMUNITY Please follow and join my Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ptmastery/  

Today, you'll learn about the traits most people value in romantic partners, a new link between a particular gut bacteria and cardiovascular health, and why dogs might make your kids healthier. Romantic Traits “Intelligence and kindness are the most valued traits in romantic partners, study finds.” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024. “What Do Different People Look for in a Partner? Effects of Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Mating Strategies on Partner Preferences.” by Joao Francisco Goes Braga Takayanagi, et al. 2024. Heart & Gut “Scientists link certain gut bacteria to lower heart disease risk.” by Allessandra DiCorato. 2024. “7 Crazy Facts About The Microbiome And Gut Bacteria.” by Ross Carver-Carter. N.d. “Gut microbiome and metabolome profiling in Framingham heart study reveals cholesterol-metabolizing bacteria.” by Chenhao Li, et al. 2024. “Cholesterol Metabolism by Uncultured Human Gut Bacteria Influences Host Cholesterol Level.” by Douglas J. Kenny, et al. 2020. “About the Framingham Heart Study.” n.a. N.d. Canine Play “The Serious Side of Kid And Canine Play.” UMass Amherst. 2024. “America's Pandemic, Physical Inactivity.” PHIT America. 2023. “Physical Activity: Children.” CDC. 2023. “The KID Study (Kids Interacting With Dogs): Piloting a Novel Approach for Measuring Dog-Facilitated Youth Physical Activity.” by Colleen J. Chase, et al. 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.