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In corporate development and finance, the excitement of an acquisition often masks the underlying risks. Financial Due Diligence (FDD) is the structured investigation into a company's total financial health. It is the crucial "forensic" step that moves a deal from celebration to investigation, determining whether a transaction is a winning strategy or a multi-billion dollar mistake.The 5 Pillars of Financial Due DiligenceTo assess risk and validate value, finance teams focus on five critical areas in the financial data room:1. Quality of Earnings (QoE)This is the bedrock of FDD. It separates "accounting profits" from repeatable, sustainable core performance. Teams look for Normalization Adjustments, stripping away one-time legal settlements or non-market salaries to find the true Adjusted EBITDA.2. Revenue and Customer AnalysisHigh revenue numbers can be deceiving. Analysts dig into:Customer Concentration Risk: If one customer accounts for 40% of revenue, the valuation must be discounted due to instability.Churn Rates: Understanding why customers leave and how long they stay.Revenue Quality: Differentiating between recurring contracts and one-time projects.3. Working Capital and Cash Flow HealthThis pillar determines if paper profits convert to usable cash. Red flags include:Accounts Receivable Aging: Customers paying slower and slower, masking potential bad debt.Inventory Turnover: Massive buildups that suck cash out of the business without guaranteed future sales.4. Debt and Off-Balance Sheet ItemsLurking "landmines" can blow up deal economics. Analysts search for:Pending litigation or unknown tax exposures.Underfunded pension liabilities.Environmental cleanup costs.5. Forecast AssessmentEvery target company presents a "conservative" growth story. FDD stress-tests these assumptions by modeling the unit economics (e.g., Customer Acquisition Cost vs. Lifetime Value) and building conservative "downside" scenarios.The Role of FP&A: The Bridge to IntegrationIf you are in FP&A, your role is pivotal. You are the bridge between historical numbers and the forward-looking plan. Your team must:Tear apart growth claims: If a company claims 20% growth, what is the required hiring plan and CapEx?Scrutinize Synergies: Cost synergies (office closures) are reliable; revenue synergies (cross-selling) are highly speculative and should be heavily discounted in models.Final Strategic ThoughtFDD is not a box-checking exercise; it is the firewall that protects shareholder value. Master it by prioritizing the Quality of Earnings and never letting deal enthusiasm override forensic investigation.

Guests: Captain James Fanell (USN Ret.) and Bradley Thayer. The authors draw parallels between current U.S.policy and the British Empire's 1919 "10-year rule," which underfunded defense and ignored rising threats. They criticize the U.S. response to the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre, noting that the Bush administration rushed to re-engage rather than isolate the CCP. Fanell recalls that intelligence agencies remained focused on Russia, failing to perceive the Chinese military buildup as a credible threat until it was too late.

Government still considering recommendations regarding charities. SA public schools remain underfunded. How the ALP out-sourced the soul of higher education. How Australian schools are using AI in 2025. A Wyoming county learns an expensive lesson on banning books. US- Special education civil rights lawsuits. Landmark initiative to boost inclusive education in Australia.Great State School of the Week- Yarraville West Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

America's labor laws promise fairness for workers and a level playing field for businesses, but promises mean little without enforcement. Underfunded agencies and administrative failures have allowed bad corporate actors to exploit employees unable to defend themselves.Seema Nanda, the Solicitor of Labor for the Biden administration, joins Oren to discuss why labor enforcement has fallen into crisis and how immigration policy further complicates the landscape. They explore what it takes to hold employers accountable, why strong enforcement is essential for the economy, and how to credibly rebuild America's protections for workers.

Disclaimer: The term woman is frequently used in this episode and Kanwal's book Taking Care of You, to refer to the target audience, although the material discussed applies to anyone with a uterus, cervix, or vagina. We recognize that not all people with these body parts identify as a woman and that not all people who identify as a woman have these body partsKanwal Haq is dedicated to improving health and care for women across the world. With 17+ years of experience working in various healthcare roles and spaces, Kanwal brings dedication, creativity, and humility to keep learning and moving forward. Kanwal founded TCY Women to build better tools, resources, and systems of care to support women's health, across the lifespan. Kanwal completed her B.S. in biology from the University of Missouri, her M.S. in medical anthropology from Boston University, and is working on her PhD in public health at UTHealth. Kanwal is the co-author of “Taking Care of You: The Empowered Woman's Guide to Better Health (Mayo Clinic Press 2022). Kanwal's rural midwestern roots cultivated her passion to make health education and care both accessible and appropriate for every woman.When we look at the research, a clear pattern emerges — women and gender diverse people are too often dismissed, undertreated, and left behind by our healthcare system. The 2024 KFF Women's Health Survey found that one in three women reported being ignored or disbelieved by a healthcare provider, and data from the PNAS (2024) study showed that clinicians consistently rated women's pain as less severe than men's for the same symptoms. Together, these studies tell a sobering truth — gender bias is not anecdotal, it's structural. 

QLD public schools remain underfunded despite funding boost. Will teachers save our democracy? Trump officials reportedly consider selling student loan debt to private investors. UK- International Baccalaureate defunded? US- The activists who want to dismantle public schools are now running the Dept of Education - full article HERE Australian teachers resilient amid intense pressures. What makes an award-winning student well-being program?Great State School of the Week- Loganlea State High Schoolwww.adogs.info

The vast majority of my interviews have focused on innovations, investing and advocacy related to climate mitigation – that is, what we can do to cut greenhouse gases and minimize the rise in global temperatures. What we do or don't do now, will have lasting consequences and it is climate mitigation that is driving the transformation of the global economy. So it's not surprising that mitigation dominates climate investing. Adaptation and resilience, meanwhile, focus not on limiting or reversing climate change but rather on improving quality of life in a warmer world. Adaptation ventures receive only a small fraction of climate investments, but rising temperatures are creating tremendous demand for a new category of products. In a joint report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Temasek, it's estimated that between $500 million and $1.3 trillion could be spent annually by 2030 on technologies that help people adapt to a changed climate. That's the opportunity Darren Clifford is targeting with a new fund called Adapt[us]. Darren has worked for two decades on new markets as a founder, consultant at McKinsey & Co, and as an angel investor, and I found his perspective on the climate adaptation market to be packed with nuance and insight. We spoke about his background, three different categories of adaptation tech, the unique challenges they face, how they'll make the future more livable, and much more. On today's episode, we cover:[02:45] Darren's Background & Career Journey[06:39] Why Focus on Climate Adaptation?[08:07] Insights from Angel Investing & Supporting Founders[12:14] Why Adaptation is Underfunded; Adapt[us] Fund Overview[16:19] Challenges in Scaling Adaptation Solutions[17:31] Adapt[us] Fund: Focus & Stage, Why For-Profit[18:53] Measuring Impact & Third-Party Well-being Validation[23:10] Market Segmentation: Resilience, Repair & Recovery, Demand Adaptation[25:38] Market Size and Investment Allocation[27:50] Business Model Challenges for Adaptation Startups[30:23] Concrete Examples of Target Companies [32:59] Adapt[us] Venture Building Approach & Founder Support[36:42] The Venture Builder/Capital Model: Criteria & Structure[38:27] Norwegian Talent & Global Competitive Advantages[41:03] Building a Movement, Not Just a Fund[42:06] Short-Term Goals for Adapt[us] & Team Building[44:41] Closing RemarksResources MentionedAdapt[us]BCG x Temasek Report: The Private Equity Opportunity in Climate Adaptation and ResilienceToronto Climate WeekGIC Report: Sizing the Inevitable Investment Opportunity: Climate AdaptationWRI Study: Strengthening the Investment Case for Climate Adaptation: A Triple Dividend ApproachConnect with us

For decades, researchers have documented a curious pattern in happiness, where people tend to start adult life feeling relatively positive, dip into unhappiness during middle age, and then rebound later in life. Psychologists called it the 'unhappiness hump' and the rest of us called it a mid-life crisis, referring to a midlife peak in stress, worry, and dissatisfaction that eventually faded as people aged. But new research suggests that this once-universal feature of human psychology (and men buying sports cars) has all but disappeared. And the reason isn't that middle-aged people have found new ways to thrive, sadly - it's that younger generations are suffering more than ever before. A new study published in PLOS ONE has found that the classic U-shaped curve of happiness and its mirror-image hump of unhappiness has flattened. The researchers analysed decades of mental health data, including 10 million adults in the United States from 1993-2024, 40,000 households in the United Kingdom, as well as 2 million people from 44 other countries, uncovering a dramatic shift in global well-being trends. Their analysis revealed that the familiar midlife rise in unhappiness, once a psychological constant, has vanished. Instead, mental ill-being now tends to decline with age, meaning that young people today report the worst mental health, and things generally improve as people get older. Older adults' mental health has stayed roughly the same, and middle-aged adults show little change. What's new is the sharp drop in well-being among younger generations. The causes of this reversal are complex and still being explored, but the study highlights several interlocking factors. The Great Recession's ripple effects: Economic instability and uncertain job prospects may have left “scarring effects” on younger cohorts entering the workforce after 2008. Underfunded mental health services: In both the U.S. and U.K., access to timely mental health care has lagged behind need, allowing problems to worsen over time. The COVID-19 pandemic: While the downward trend in youth well-being began before 2020, the pandemic accelerated feelings of isolation, anxiety, and hopelessness particularly among younger people. The rise of smartphones and social media: The study notes growing evidence linking heavy social media use with poorer mental health, driven by constant comparison, fear of missing out, and distorted self-perception. Some researchers have even suggested limiting smartphone access for teens as a possible intervention, though debate continues. Housing and financial pressures: Younger generations face tougher labour markets, skyrocketing housing costs, and rising living expenses all of which may erode a sense of security and optimism about the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keep Church and State forever separated- USA House resolution recalls a150 year old speech.  New Schools Agreement shows public schools will remain underfunded in 2034.  A look at the far-right figures teaching at a Sydney college. NSWTF asks members- have you been underpaid too? US- 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, the city's all-charter schools system is failing many families. Breaking up public schools is dangerously dividing the nation. Australian teachers left in the dark on managing student pain.Great State School of the Week- Loch Sport Primary Schoolwww.adogs.info

The argument over our Corrections Minister's looking through rose tinted glasses continues, as the organisation begins to run out of new money. A $98million boost in this year's Budget was expected to last until June, when the population was projected to hit 10,800 - but that milestone is already nearly met. Despite this, Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell says there's no looming crisis. Corrections Association President Floyd du Plessis told Mike Hosking says this is a rosy version of the truth as staff are well and truly short. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Encore: U is for Underfunded Sex and Relationship Education with Dr Lori Beth Bisbey

Non profits are overburdened and underfunded Guest: Zahra Esmail,  CEO of Vantage Point, which provides training and consulting services to non-profits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is hybrid learning a smokescreen for underfunded school systems? Guest: Anne Whitmore, president of the Surrey District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new report warns critical services like aged care and mental health support are harder to access in the regions. The Anglicare Australia report has found regional services are more likely to face underfunding, short-term contracts and staff shortages. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Executive Director Kasey Chambers about the findingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Stiefel says food and livestock systems are severely under-resourced, which puts our producers and our country at risk.

Arizona state troopers have faced understaffing and low pay for years. Now they say they need millions to patch an outdated communication system. Plus, an award-winning film location scout on finding the perfect shot at all costs.

Should well-off people pay more for their healthcare? A senior GP, Dr Tom Black, told Frank that the NHS is so underfunded and understaffed that it's affecting life expectancies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's "Investing Simplified" provided information on the Big Beautiful Bill, along with insights into tax planning, the importance of retirement account rollovers, and current economic updates. Matt Mai and Matt Sudol discussed potential economic impacts of interest rate adjustments by the Federal Reserve, focusing on inflation and market stability. They also identified six key factors contributing to retirement underfunding, such as not maximizing employer matches and allowing emotions to guide investment decisions.The episode wrapped up with a discussion on new tax legislation, including changes affecting social security and overtime deductions. The importance of seeking personalized advice from financial and tax professionals was emphasized, as the hosts highlighted the value of informed, proactive financial planning.Navigating the world of finance can be overwhelming, especially when biased advice and outdated strategies cloud the path to financial success. That's why Price Financial Group Wealth Management created Investing Simplified — a podcast dedicated to demystifying the complexities of finance and investing. Join our experienced hosts and guest experts as they break down financial concepts into practical, actionable insights. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, Investing Simplified is your go-to resource for honest advice and proven strategies to help you build a confident financial future. Meet the Hosts: Matt Mai - CIO & Wealth Manager Matt Sudol - COO & Wealth Manager Bo Caldwell - CCO & Wealth Manager Tune in and take charge of your financial journey with clarity and confidence! Schedule A Complimentary Consultation

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: A story from today's press review demonstrates why Democrats and Republicans are NOT a “uniparty.” On spending, maybe you can make a partial claim on such but it is universal to all elected government, all places. However, on governance, which is often the most important part, the two parties are at very opposite poles.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas Sales Tax Revenue Totaled $4 Billion in June, up from June of 2024.TWIA is still underfunded by ratepayers.Ex-Texas governor's energy firm buys gas turbines for ‘unprecedented' Amarillo-based grid – beware, Toby Neugebauer is partner in this deal.FAIL: ‘Sick-of-ICE, Sick-of-Trump' in San Antonio Fizzles — Less than 80 People Attend.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Fiordland is known for its stunning natural beauty - a magnet for visitors - but not all are welcome. 

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"Everybody has a role, and if we open up the conversation just a little more, we can help change the numbers—and the lives of these animals." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this powerful and emotionally resonant episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Brandi Winkleman, President and Executive Director of A HOPE Inc., an animal welfare organization based in Milton, Florida. Brandi shares the raw, eye-opening experiences that catapulted her from volunteer to changemaker, including heart-wrenching scenes from her local shelter that inspired her to take action. Through grassroots advocacy, community education, and data-driven approaches, Brandi and her team have transformed a once high-kill county into a model of collaborative, humane solutions. Listeners will gain insight into the complexities of rural animal welfare and the lifesaving gaps Brandi is working to bridge—especially around low-cost spay/neuter access and shelter-to-rescue transfers. She also provides a behind-the-scenes look at A HOPE's upcoming spay/neuter clinic, designed with input from top industry professionals to meet the unique needs of her community. This episode is a masterclass in how local leadership, transparency, and positive collaboration can create sustainable change. Press Play Now For: A vivid account of the moment that changed Brandi's life forever How data visualization helped shift public opinion on shelter euthanasia The two key "lifesaving gaps" Brandi identified—and how she's solving them Tips on navigating small-town politics and turning skeptics into allies A sneak “peek” at A HOPE's new 4,000 sq. ft. clinic designed for both efficiency and compassion Resources & Links: A HOPE Website - https://www.ahope4src.com A HOPE on Facebook: @AHOPEMilton - https://www.facebook.com/ahopemilton Florida SART Emergency Management Courses - https://flsart.org/ Bissell Pet Foundation - https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/ Florida Animal Friend Grant Program - https://floridaanimalfriend.org/grants/ Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies616) Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. 

The Trump administration's budget and staffing cuts to national parks could mean longer lines, closed visitor centers and fewer search and rescue workers this summer, according to former parks staff and advocates. The cuts are also compromising scientific research and environmental protection, creating what the National Parks Conservation Association calls “a façade of a national park experience.” In California, Yosemite scientists have had to pick up bathroom cleaning shifts; decades-long endangered species studies in the Channel Islands are at risk. Are you planning a visit? We'll share what you should know before you go. Guests: Russell Galipeau, executive council member, Coalition to Protect America's National Parks; former superintendent, Channel Islands National Park Ashley Harrell, National Parks Bureau Chief, SFGATE Neal Desai, Pacific Region director, National Parks Conservation Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5/13/25: Rep Pat Duffy: Medicaid cuts, affordable housing & unregulated cannabis. Educ Collab Ex Dir Todd Gazda, underfunded schools. Jeromie Whalen: his friend, Columbia U student Mahmoud Khalil imprisoned in LA. Prof Carrie Baker w/ author Rachel Simmons: girls & women in charge. Duke Goldman: Red Sox Nation.

Underfunded councils are turning parks into festival grounds to raise cash but this is transforming the meaning of public space in cities.Writer: Stephen Armstrong Producer: Rebecca Moore Host: Claudia Williams Episode photography: Joe Mee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Corrections Minister has asked officials to look at shorter prison sentences and how they relate to higher levels of re-offending and whether longer sentences allow better rehabilitation for offenders, even if it leads to a big jump in prisoner numbers.

Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. In this episode, our host, Caleb Tolin, is joined by Michael Razeeq, a cybersecurity policy researcher specializing in advocating for Civilian Cyber Corps (C3s). Michael shares insights into how these volunteer forces, C3s, are transforming community cyber defense, addressing workforce shortages, and providing both preventive and reactive cybersecurity services to underfunded organizations.

This week, we get into Unhinged, or as we like to call it, “Falling Brown”... like the Michael Douglas movie, but with “brown” meaning poop. They really thought they had something like this one with their whole “man is pushed too far” thing, but in order for that to work, the characters need to be written as likeable. BUMMER!Rotund and reckless Russell road-rages ruthlessly rather than reflecting, then rejecting the rules and ramming a Range Rover! Hammer man! Underfunded federales! Idiot adolescent accidentally alerting intruder to area! Minivan mother mockery! Facile feelings for flaming Fred! Pancaked piggies! Homicide by proxy, and much, much more on this week's episode of The Worst Movie Ever Made! www.theworstmovieevermade.com 

Encore: U is for Underfunded Sex and Relationship Education with Dr Lori Beth Bisbey

March 18, 2025, Court Leader's Advantage Podcast EpisodeThe relationship between cities and their municipal courts is often marked by underlying tension. While courts must function independently, their close ties to city governments can create friction over revenue, resources, and oversight.Underfunded municipal courts frequently struggle with case backlogs, understaffing, and limited access to justice. Judicial independence and the autonomy of other elected officials, such as the Clerk of Court, can also be at risk when city governments exert influence over judicial appointments, salaries, or case outcomes. This interference undermines the courts' ability to serve as impartial arbiters of the law.This month we will explore the tension between cities and municipal courts. We will also discuss how municipal courts can navigate these challenges.Today's Panelists• Lizzie Alipaz, Court Clerk and Deputy Town Clerk for the Town of Timnath, Colorado• Lori Tyack, elected Clerk of Court for the Franklin County Municipal Court in Columbus, Ohio and• MiHa Kapaki, Court Administrator for the Grays Harbor County District Court in Montesano, WashingtonLeave a question or comment about the episode at clapodcast@nacmnet.org

This week's Last Word examines Texas' growing education funding crisis. Despite a record state budget surplus, public schools—especially in San Antonio—are being left behind. Lawmakers continue to prioritize political battles over solutions, and the result? Underfunded classrooms, underpaid teachers, and increasing pressure on local school districts to do more with less. Bob breaks down the legal and moral responsibility Texas has to fund its schools, the ongoing standoff in Austin, and what it means for students, parents, and educators in San Antonio. With public education at a crossroads, now is the time to ask: Will Texas finally step up, or will politics once again leave our schools behind? Tune in for a sharp commentary on education, leadership, and the future of Texas schools. -- -- 

During its first hundred years, the National Institutes of Health, the world's premiere medical research institution, used only male subjects in its clinical studies, completely ignoring the anatomy and physiology of half of humankind. But that began to change in 1990 - a turning point for women's health in the United States, one brought about by the growing power of women in Congress and the field of medicine. We talk with Senator Barbara Mikulski, who along with a small band of members of Congress, demanded change at NIH, and Dr. Vivian Pinn, a trailblazing pathologist who became the first head of the Office of Research on Women's Health at NIH.

This week on Riding Unicorns, we're joined by Dom Hallas, Executive Director at the Startup Coalition, the policy voice for UK tech startups and scaleups. Dom brings a wealth of insight into the intersection of tech, venture, and public policy, offering a fascinating look into the state of the UK ecosystem during a time of governmental and economic change.Dom discusses the Startup Coalition's mission to advocate for startups and investors by addressing key challenges such as access to talent, funding, and regulatory clarity. He also shares valuable perspectives on how policy can shape the future of startups across areas like AI, climate tech, and FinTech.In this episode, we explore: 

Meta announces end to ‘fact-checking' in latest Trump gift. Mark Zuckerberg names Trump ally Dana White to Meta board. Cartoonist leaves Wa-Po after corruption image censored. Report: Trump is complaining to inner circle about Musk. Melania loves that Musk is ‘babysitting' Trump. Trump's lawyers beg AG Garland to block Smith report. Steve Bannon weighs in on January 6th four years later. Underfunded suicide hotline in Texas hanging up on callers. Host: John Iadarola (@johniadarola) Co-Host: Jackson White ***** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE TIKTOK  ☞           https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamagereport INSTAGRAM  ☞   https://www.instagram.com/thedamagereport TWITTER  ☞         https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport FACEBOOK  ☞     https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT

The number of people the Secret Service are protecting keeps growing. This number includes  the president, vice president, their immediate families and several high-ranking government officials as well as former presidents. Do they have enough funding and training to protect all of these people? Dave and Greg discuss some of the problems the Secret Service are facing.

Increased demand for services, a strained funding environment and a cost-of-living crisis impacting those working on the front line are some of the findings from Community Networks Aotearoa's 2024 State of the Sector report.

Guest: Scott Rayder, President of LynkerHere on the Weather Geeks podcast, we don't have to remind you what NOAA is and how they work every single day to protect life and property. But there are a lot of others out there who have never even heard of NOAA and don't truly understand where their weather forecasts come from. They may be surprised that The Weather Channel or their favorite mobile phone app isn't the one issuing a tornado warning for their area! NOAA does it all, and they need the funding in order to keep doing it, and unfortunately, they aren't getting enough of it. On the show today we have former NOAA Chief of Staff Scott Rayder to discuss why more funding is desperately needed before it's too late…Chapters00:00 Introduction08:12 Advancements in Weather Forecasting14:54 The Evolving Landscape of Weather Modeling30:59 Recognizing and Supporting NOAA's Critical Work37:42 ConclusionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A four-person crew of civilians launched Tuesday morning on a private Space-X rocket for a five-day mission to include the first commercial spacewalk in history. NASA has big plans to send people to the Moon and Mars, but a sweeping new report from the National Academies of Sciences raises questions about the agency. Science Correspondent Miles O'Brien reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

A four-person crew of civilians launched Tuesday morning on a private Space-X rocket for a five-day mission to include the first commercial spacewalk in history. NASA has big plans to send people to the Moon and Mars, but a sweeping new report from the National Academies of Sciences raises questions about the agency. Science Correspondent Miles O'Brien reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

 Is Surrey's education system severely underfunded? GUEST: Cindy Dalglish, Education advocate Translink begins crackdown on transit fare skippers GUEST: Geri Mayer-Judson, Show Contributor Are high immigration levels helping or hurting Metro Vancouver's economy? GUEST: Pedro Antunes, chief economist with the Conference Board of Canada Construction woes - how the Broadway subway project has impacted this local business GUEST: Josh Wright, co-owner of Evolve Virtual Reality on Broadway Underconsumption core - the new trend taking social media by storm GUEST: Christine Lan, Montreal-based content creator and founder of Olona Earth. You can find her on Instagram @ecoamical Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The head of a Clare credit union claims a historically "underfunded" education system is punishing parents financially. The Irish League of Credit Unions' annual Back to School Survey has found one in four parents have got into debt to meet back to school costs - with one third of these in debt of over €500. The total average back to school spend per child for primary school parents has dropped by €66 to €1,086 this year but has risen by €113 too €1,401 for secondary school parents. Chief Executive Officer of St. Francis Credit Union in Clare, Louis Fay says although Ireland prides itself on "free" education, parents forced to pay out for the likes of books and uniforms don't experience it as such.

On today's edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we continue our weeklong series, “FAILING GRADE: Analysis of America's Public Education Crisis.” The series explores the current state of public education in Georgia and across the nation, from pre-K to higher-ed. For the final day of the series, we continue with our interview from the South Atlanta microschool Pass Pod. The school's founder discusses details about the school's curriculum and leadership changes that would allow her to focus on the business aspect of her school. Rose then talks with guests about the state of public HBCUs across the nation, the historic underfunding of HBCUs and what needs to happen from a policy standpoint to ensure HBCUs have equitable resources and funding to continue supporting students. Lastly, a representative from a national organization that advocates for schools discusses the state of public education and what can be done to make sure all students have strong academic outcomes. Potential leadership changes that would allow her to focus on the business aspect of her school.Guests include: April Jackson, the founder of Pass Pod school and the co-founder of Black MicroSchools ATL Lodriguez Murray, the senior vice president of public policy and government affairs for the United Negro College Fund Daarel Burnette II, a senior editor at The Chronicle of Higher Education Eric Duncan, EdTrust's director of P-12 policySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Harry Cliff is a particle physicist and former stand-up comedian specialising in making science accessible and fun. Harry is a research physicist working at the cutting-edge of science at CERN's Large Hadron Collider. His latest book (Space Oddities) explores a number of exciting anomalies, and asks whether they suggest a revolutionary new scientific age, or if we might be so desperate to see something new that we risk seeing effects where there are none… In this episode Ben and Harry bond discuss his new book (and anomalies like the Hubble Tension), the synergies between stand up comedy and science communication and what is Early Dark Energy? OUTLINE: Here's approximate timestamps for the episode. 01:05 Intro to Dr Harry Cliff/Christmas vibes 01:58 Upcoming Trip - Work/Play 03:03  Upcoming book: 05:04 The Hubble Tension 08:24 Dark Energy/Matter/Early Dark Energy? 11:50 Researcher at CERN 17:16 Underfunded physicists? 21:15 Stand Up comedian experience 27:30 Quick Fire Question 32:37 Wrap Up's and Socials Follow Dr Harry Cliff Website: https://www.harrycliff.co.uk/ X: https://twitter.com/harryvcliff Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbgme1XF_U51KPbwCrL-XQQ Stay connected with us! Use #Astroben across various social media platforms to engage with us! (NEW - YOUTUBE): www.youtube.com/@astrobenpodcast Website: www.astroben.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrobenpodcast/ X: https://twitter.com/Gambleonit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/astrobenpodcast/

It is looking increasingly likely that Congressional Republicans will bring the federal government to a shutdown starting this weekend. "U.S. government services would be disrupted and hundreds of thousands of federal workers would be furloughed without pay if Congress fails to provide funding for the fiscal year starting Oct. 1," Reuters reports. "Workers deemed essential would remain on the job, but without pay." Among the many agencies that will be furloughing workers in the event of a shutdown is the National Labor Relations Board. Not only will unionized staff workers at the NLRB itself be hurt by the government shutdown—after years of enduring chronic and politically motivated underfunding and understaffing—but so, too, will working people around the country who depend on the NLRB to enforce labor law, investigate Unfair Labor Practice charges, manage union elections, etc. In this urgent mini-cast, we talk with Michael Bilik and Colton Puckett, legislative co-chairs of the National Labor Relations Board Union and full-time NLRB staff workers, about the daily work NLRB staff do, the role that work plays in the broader labor movement, and what it will mean for workers if the government shuts down and nearly all of NLRB staff are furloughed.Additional links/info: https://workingpeople.libsyn.com/what-happens-to-the-nlrb-if-the-government-shuts-down-w-michael-bilik-colton-puckett Post-Production: Jules TaylorAdditional links/info below…National Labor Relations Board Union website, Twitter/X page, and InstagramJacob Bogage, Marianna Sotomayor, & Jeff Stein, The Washington Post, "Shutdown Looks More Likely, as House GOP Leaders reject Senate Plan"Reuters, "US Government Shutdown: What Is It and Who Would Be Affected?"Gay Semel, Labor Notes, "Viewpoint: The NLRB is Underfunded and Understaffed—And That's a Big Threat to the Current Organizing Wave"Li Zhou, Vox, "The Republican vs. Republican Feud behind the Government Shutdown Fight, Explained"Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, "Congressional Staffers Are Demanding the Senate Let Them Unionize"Permanent links below...Leave us a voicemail and we might play it on the show!Labor Radio / Podcast Network website, Facebook page, and Twitter pageIn These Times website, Facebook page, and Twitter pageThe Real News Network website, YouTube channel, podcast feeds, Facebook page, and Twitter pageFeatured Music (all songs sourced from the Free Music Archive: freemusicarchive.org)Jules Taylor, "Working People" Theme SongHelp us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer:Donate: https://therealnews.com/donate-podSign up for our newsletter: https://therealnews.com/newsletter-podLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therealnewsFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealnews

It is looking increasingly likely that Congressional Republicans will bring the federal government to a shutdown starting this weekend. "U.S. government services would be disrupted and hundreds of thousands of federal workers would be furloughed without pay if Congress fails to provide funding for the fiscal year starting Oct. 1," Reuters reports. "Workers deemed essential would remain on the job, but without pay." Among the many agencies that will be furloughing workers in the event of a shutdown is the National Labor Relations Board. Not only will unionized staff workers at the NLRB itself be hurt by the government shutdown—after years of enduring chronic and politically motivated underfunding and understaffing—but so, too, will working people around the country who depend on the NLRB to enforce labor law, investigate Unfair Labor Practice charges, manage union elections, etc. In this urgent mini-cast, we talk with Michael Bilik and Colton Puckett, legislative co-chairs of the National Labor Relations Board Union and full-time NLRB staff workers, about the daily work NLRB staff do, the role that work plays in the broader labor movement, and what it will mean for workers if the government shuts down and nearly all of NLRB staff are furloughed.  Additional links/info below… National Labor Relations Board Union website, Twitter/X page, and Instagram  Jacob Bogage, Marianna Sotomayor, & Jeff Stein, The Washington Post, "Shutdown Looks More Likely, as House GOP Leaders reject Senate Plan" Reuters, "US Government Shutdown: What Is It and Who Would Be Affected?" Gay Semel, Labor Notes, "Viewpoint: The NLRB is Underfunded and Understaffed—And That's a Big Threat to the Current Organizing Wave" Li Zhou, Vox, "The Republican vs. Republican Feud behind the Government Shutdown Fight, Explained" Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, "Congressional Staffers Are Demanding the Senate Let Them Unionize" Permanent links below... Working People Patreon page Leave us a voicemail and we might play it on the show! Labor Radio / Podcast Network website, Facebook page, and Twitter page In These Times website, Facebook page, and Twitter page The Real News Network website, YouTube channel, podcast feeds, Facebook page, and Twitter page Featured Music (all songs sourced from the Free Music Archive: freemusicarchive.org) Jules Taylor, "Working People" Theme Song

On this week's episode of The Waves, Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth is joined by New Yorker editor Jessica Winter to talk all about postpartum psychosis. They dig into how the medical world is failing new moms during one of the “worst psychiatric emergencies” and why we need to talk about it more. After the break, Cheyna and Jessica talk about how movies and television have depicted postpartum depression and psychosis.  In Slate Plus, are “influencer parents” really new?  Articles Mentioned What We Still Don't Understand About Postpartum Psychosis by Jessica Winter  The Many Violations of the Violent Birth Scene by Amanda Hess Women's Heath Care is Underfunded. The Consequences Are Dire by Jessica Grose    Podcast production by Cheyna Roth and Tori Dominguez with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Waves, Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth is joined by New Yorker editor Jessica Winter to talk all about postpartum psychosis. They dig into how the medical world is failing new moms during one of the “worst psychiatric emergencies” and why we need to talk about it more. After the break, Cheyna and Jessica talk about how movies and television have depicted postpartum depression and psychosis.  In Slate Plus, are “influencer parents” really new?  Articles Mentioned What We Still Don't Understand About Postpartum Psychosis by Jessica Winter  The Many Violations of the Violent Birth Scene by Amanda Hess Women's Heath Care is Underfunded. The Consequences Are Dire by Jessica Grose    Podcast production by Cheyna Roth and Tori Dominguez with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices