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Robert Bateman is a Senior Partner at Privacy Partnership, which provides consultancy and training on data protection and AI regulation, as well as legal advice via its associated law firm, Privacy Partnership Law. He also hosts The Privacy Partnership Podcast.This is Robert's third appearance on the show. We have covered three hot topics:* How far do we take watermarking of AI-generated content under article 50 of the AI Act?* How do pre-defined legitimate interest scenarios work under the UK Data (Use and Access) Act?* What is the tension between the Online Safety Act and the new data protection framework in the UK?References:SIGN UP NOW for the Masters of Privacy NYC LIVE recording and networking event on Nov 6 (if you happen to be in town)* Robert Bateman on LinkedIn* Robert Bateman on Bluesky* The Privacy Partnership Podcast* AI Act (EU Commission's resources)* Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: data protection and privacy changes* The EU approach to age verification (EU Commission)* EU follows UK with age verification in 2026 (PPC Land)* Wikipedia loses challenge against Online Safety Act verification rules (BBC)* Robert Bateman: the EDPB's Opinion on auditing subprocessors and the future of Meta's unskippable ads (Masters of Privacy, Nov 2024)* Robert Bateman: Consent or Pay (Masters of Privacy, Oct 2023) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.mastersofprivacy.com/subscribe
Welcome to the Monday Breakfast Show! Headlines: - VALS releases statement on City of Melbourne's surveillance upgrade/ petition against program hiring private security guards- Two years after the National Cabinet pledged a “Better Deal for Renters,” millions of Australians remain vulnerable to rent hikes, arbitrary evictions, and unsafe homes. Segments:- A segment of the Earth Matters show from the 28th of September - Rosaline Parker, who is a Pacifica advocate and cultural consultant based in Sydney - her work includes empowering young pacific leaders engaging in meaningful advocacy, as well as climate justice initiatives in Tuvalu and Kiribati. To support more of her work, search Tuvalu Climate Action Network on facebook. To hear the rest of the Earth Matters show go to 3cr.org.au/earthmatters or tune into 3cr on Sundays from 11-1130am - Speech from Julie Webb Pullman speaking at Yesterday the 28th of September Sunday Palestine Rally. Julie Webb Pullman is a war crimes investigator and journalist who worked in Gaza from 2011 - 2020. - On Wednesday 3 Sept, the book Lionel Fogarty in Poetry and Politics was launched at The Melbourne School of ContinentalPhilosophy in Brunswick. Earlier that day, Lionel joined Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe on 3CR on Bunjil's Fire for chats about colonial laws and white supremacy, education, and his experiences as a blak poet, artist and activist. To listen to more of Robbies show go to 3cr.org.au/firefirst or tune in at 3cr on Wednesdays from 11am-1pm - Speech from yesterday's 28th of September Free Palestine Rally. We heard from Renata, a progressive unionist who has worked in occupational health and safety for over 30 years. She has family ties in Palestine and speaks on the historic struggle unfolding in Italy and their protests for Palestine. - Mercedes from A Friday Rave speaking on the age restriction laws coming in December, legal framework to ban social media from under 16yr olds and the dangers of 3rd party verification. To hear the rest of this episode and more go to 3cr.org.au/fridayrave or tune in on 3cr on Fridays from 5-530pm. Music: Birthday/Funeral by Daisy Picker The Beat Never Goes Off by Tamer Nafar Fruition by Barkaa
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Damini Nath about the new feature that has been introduced by the Election Commission of India on their app and site as a way to eliminate gaps in their system, so that voters cannot be deleted off the voting lists without them getting informed. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Raakhi Jagga about the current situation in Punjab which is reeling from the aftermath of the massive floods that devastated the state last month. She talks about the rehabilitation efforts and how the state is coping. (7:21)Lastly, we talk about the protests happening in Ladakh, with people demanding statehood and protection under the sixth schedule. (16;38)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
09-24-25 - Curious How Courtroom Artists Do Their Work And Get That Job - Pornhub Is Now Off In AZ After Katie Hobbs Signs Age Verification Law - Mercury Have Bumped Sold Out Jonas Brother Concert For Playoff GameSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
In this episode of Tech Talks, we dive into the growing debate over online age verification. While often framed as a way to protect children, these policies carry major implications for how everyone, adults and children alike, accesses the internet. Unlike showing an ID at a bar, online age checks can require the collection and even long-term storage of sensitive personal data, raising serious privacy and security concerns. The UK's Online Safety Act has already pushed millions of users to prove their age across thousands of sites, from adult content to everyday topics like current affairs and even knitting. In the U.S., states including Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi are rolling out their own requirements, while federal lawmakers weigh new proposals that could expand these mandates even further. Joining this conversation are Zeve Sanderson of NYU's Center for Social Media and Politics, CDT Research Fellow Michal Luria, and guest host Aliya Bhatia, CDT Senior Policy Analyst. Together, they explore what users really think about age verification, how it changes online behavior, and what's at stake for balancing child safety with privacy and free expression.
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
In this episode, Subhi Saadeh sits down with Alan Stevens, CAPT, to break down the concept of five nines (99.999% reliability) in medical devices. They cover where the standard came from, why FDA introduced it in their 2020 draft guidance, and what it means for life-saving products like epinephrine and naloxone injectors.Alan explains how manufacturers can demonstrate reliability through fault tree analysis, robust process controls, and challenge testing—without needing impossible sample sizes.If you work in pharma, medtech, or quality, this episode will help you understand what “five nines” really means and how to meet FDA expectations while ensuring patient safety.Chapters00:00 – What is Five Nines Reliability?Intro to 99.999% and why it matters for medical devices.00:33 – FDA Guidance & Common Misconceptions2020 draft guidance, sample size myths, and industry confusion.01:17 – How to Demonstrate ReliabilityFeasibility, practical approaches, and FDA expectations.02:31 – High-Stakes Use CasesEpinephrine, naloxone, glucagon injectors.04:00 – Fault Tree Analysis ExplainedBreaking down failures and linking to design/manufacturing.05:25 – Why FDA Chose Five NinesBalancing feasibility, safety, and ISO 14971 influences.09:02 – Verification vs. ReliabilityDesign verification testing vs. true reliability demonstration.23:16 – Key Takeaways for IndustryClosing thoughts on meeting and maintaining reliability standards.Alan Stevens CAPT is the Global Head of Complex Devices and Drug Delivery Systems at AbbVie within the RA Emerging Technologies, Devices and Combination Products team. Prior to joining AbbVie, Alan spent 20 years at the FDA/CDRH leading premarket review and policy development for drug delivery devices and combination products.Subhi Saadeh is a Quality Professional and host of Let's Combinate. With a background in Quality, Manufacturing Operations and R&D he's worked in Large Medical Device/Pharma organizations to support the development and launch of Hardware Devices, Disposable Devices, and Combination Products for Vaccines, Generics, and Biologics. Subhi serves currently as the International Committee Chair for the Combination Products Coalition(CPC) and as a member of ASTM Committee E55 and also served as a committee member on AAMI's Combination Products Committee.For questions, inquiries or suggestions please reach out at letscombinate.com or on the show's LinkedIn Page.
Consumer Reports on Windows 10 updates. Waste (not fraud or abuse) within DoD Cyberoperations. China's DeepSeek produces deliberately flawed code. WebAssembly v3.0 officially released. Firefox v143 updates and new features. Firefox for Android now offers DoH. A nearly terminal flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID. Chrome hits its 6th 0-day this year. Emergency update. DRAM (now DDR5) still vulnerable to RowHammer. SAMSUNG kitchen refrigerators begin showing ads. China says no to NVIDIA. 300 more (new) NPM maliciouspackages found and removed. The EU is already testing proper online age verification. Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1044-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bigid.com/securitynow go.acronis.com/twit zscaler.com/security 1password.com/securitynow hoxhunt.com/securitynow
Trust Stamp President Chief Science Officer Norman Poh joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a major step forward in digital identity and online safety: the company has introduced Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) for remote human presence, an innovation designed to transform how age and identity verification are conducted in digital environments. Dr. Poh presented the breakthrough at “On the Pulse Conversation: Research and Innovation – Current Developments in Biometrics,” an online event hosted by the Biometrics Institute. The advancement responds to growing demand for secure, privacy-first solutions in Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols and age assurance processes, particularly as online fraud and privacy concerns continue to rise. Traditional verification methods often require sharing sensitive personal data, which can be stored, compromised, or misused. They are also vulnerable to credential sharing and “friendly fraud,” where legitimate credentials are used by unauthorized individuals. Trust Stamp's solution—Biometric Bound Credentials (BBCreds)—uses ZKP technology to cryptographically bind age and identity credentials directly to an individual's biometric features, without ever storing biometric templates. This ensures that only the legitimate, physically present individual can access regulated or age-restricted services, dramatically reducing risks while protecting user privacy. The company emphasized that this ZKP-driven approach fundamentally changes remote authentication. Instead of relying on the device as the authenticator, BBCreds authenticate the user themselves, preventing misuse even if a device is shared or compromised. Device unlocking alone is no longer sufficient for access, raising the security bar across industries. By enabling remote human presence and age verification without exposing biometric data, Trust Stamp believes this technology will set a new benchmark in security, compliance, and user trust—particularly for industries that must balance strict regulatory requirements with consumer privacy. #proactiveinvestors #truststamp #nasdaq #idai #IdentityTech #DigitalIdentity #Fintech #GhanaID #SouthKoreaStartup #AsiaExpansion #KStartupChallenge #FinancialServices #Biometrics #TechExpansion #ProactiveInvestors #AndrewGowasack
Any brand can claim sustainable materials, but words mean nothing without third-party testing and certifications. In fact, unverified sustainability claims—even if they are valid—can often lead to suspicions of greenwashing. Here, Min Zhu, senior director, technical services and operations, US & Canada Softlines, of global testing and certification company SGS, and Haley Gershon, marketing manager of SGS Beta (formerly Beta Analytic), a leading Carbon-14 testing lab for biobased materials that SGS acquired in November 2024, discuss why biobased materials need verification. Watch the fireside chat to learn: The current status of circular fashion and its key progresses The journey of SGS and Beta's combination and synergy SGS solutions to material sustainability and circularity How SGS collaborates with fashion brands to test and verify biobased materials SGS' IMPACT NOW sustainability initiatives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Since the spring, we have been receiving a steady stream of emails from people who are deeply concerned about developments at the Macular Society. The concerns have primarily been over the plans to make a number of the Society's regional managers redundant. In the background, there have been events evolving based around a WhatsApp group chat, which included a number of the regional managers who were told they could be made redundant. In Touch speaks to one of the regional managers, following her dismissal from the charity over the WhatsApp group chat.A few months ago, age verification checks became a requirement on certain websites under the Online Safety Act. The aim of the Act is to protect children and young people from content that is deemed to be harmful. But, In Touch heard from listeners that they are having issues with the accessibility of these age verification measures, and subsequently are struggling to access content they should be entitled to view as adults. Since we discussed this on the programme, we have heard from the The Age Verification Providers Association who offered to provide some advice on how people with visual impairments can navigate these systems. Their Executive Director Iain Corby gives some pointers. Presenter: Peter White Producer: Beth Hemmings Production Coordinator: Paul Holloway Website image description: Peter White sits smiling in the centre of the image and he is wearing a dark green jumper. Above Peter's head is the BBC logo (three separate white squares house each of the three letters). Bottom centre and overlaying the image are the words "In Touch" and the Radio 4 logo (the word ‘radio' in a bold white font, with the number 4 inside of a white circle). The background is a bright mid-blue with two rectangles angled diagonally to the right. Both are behind Peter, one is a darker blue and the other is a lighter blue.
This episode features a client conversation with Lora Pada, AVP of Client Success, on how re-verification season is managed step by step. Learn how automation, staff augmentation, and customizable workflows ensure patients are re-verified quickly, accurately, and without disruption.
Willkommen zurück bei Sightviews nach der Sommerpause. Die SightCity 2025 war in diesem Jahr wieder ein großes Thema - und jetzt starten wir mit den Sightnews in den Herbst. In dieser Ausgabe hört ihr Meldungen zu folgenden Themen: • Änderungen bei den Lizenzen für JAWS, ZoomText und Fusion • iOS 26 bringt neue Barrierefreiheits-Funktionen • Neue Angebote der inklusivio UG • Der Deutsche Hilfsmittelvertrieb startet mit neuem Webshop und Einführungsangeboten für Ikonn-Produkte • Das Büro für barrierefreie Bildung arbeitet wieder eigenständig in Dortmund • Der neue SightCity Podcast • Neuer Abgleich bei Überweisungen: Verification of Payee • VisioBraille insolvent – LUCAS components führt die Marke fort • Die Ally Solos Glasses von Envision
Try OCI for free at http://oracle.com/eyeonai This episode is sponsored by Oracle. OCI is the next-generation cloud designed for every workload – where you can run any application, including any AI projects, faster and more securely for less. On average, OCI costs 50% less for compute, 70% less for storage, and 80% less for networking. Join Modal, Skydance Animation, and today's innovative AI tech companies who upgraded to OCI…and saved. AI-generated code is exploding, but reviewing it all has become the new bottleneck for engineering teams. In this episode, Sahil Bansil from CodeRabbit reveals how their AI-powered platform is transforming the code review process, helping developers ship faster without compromising quality. He explains how CodeRabbit uses advanced LLM context engineering to deliver senior-level review quality, reduce pull request merge times by up to 50%, and catch more bugs before they reach production. Whether you're a developer, engineering manager, or CTO, this conversation shows why automated code review is essential in the AI era and how CodeRabbit can help your team scale software delivery while keeping quality high. Cut Code Review Time & Bugs in Half. Instantly with CodeRabbit: https://www.coderabbit.ai/ Stay Updated: Craig Smith on X:https://x.com/craigssEye on A.I. on X: https://x.com/EyeOn_AI (00:00) LLMs & Why Context Matters (02:26) Meet Sahil Bansil from CodeRabbit (04:04) AI Code Boom & The Review Bottleneck (06:05) Why CodeRabbit Focused on Reviews, Not Generation (09:55) Keeping Humans in the Loop for Code Quality (14:30) IDE Reviews vs PR Governance (17:51) Inside CodeRabbit's Context Engineering (20:42) Building Context from Code Graphs & Jira Tickets (22:15) Eliminating AI Hallucinations with Verification (27:19) Empowering Junior Developers & Legacy Code Support (32:40) CodeRabbit's Open Source & Enterprise Success Stories (36:56) Cutting Review Times & PR Merge Delays (44:35) Scaling CodeRabbit & The Growing Market
TSP #2200 — Mary Beaver (Adonna of Sol) Time: Today, 5:00 PM Eastern Guest site: adonnaofsol.us (Adonna of Sol) YouTube/Rumble description (paste-ready) Episode #2200 | Live at 5 PM ET Tonight, Rob welcomes Mary Beaver (Adonna of Sol) to explore her family's claimed royal lineage—stretching from Egypt's earliest rulers (Shendjw, Iry-Hor, Ka, Narmer) through Old Kingdom pharaohs (Djoser, Sneferu, Khufu, Khafre), into later dynasties, and then, via Queen Scota, into the High Kings of Ireland & Scotland—culminating in medieval Scotland and early Anglo-American lines. We'll unpack sources, legend vs. history, and how such lineages might be tested today (genetic genealogy, onomastics, documentary chains), plus the esoteric side of bloodlines. We'll also touch on Mary's background and research platform Adonna of Sol, where she speaks on deprogramming, time, and hidden histories Guest links: adonnaofsol.us Chapters 00:00 Intro & disclaimers 05:00 What is the Shemsu-Hor? 15:00 First Dynasty rulers & unification 30:00 Old Kingdom peaks (Djoser–Khufu) 45:00 Scota & Gaythelos: legend or lineage? 1:10:00 High Kings timeline & Scotland bridge 1:30:00 Testing claims: docs, DNA, methods 1:50:00 Audience Q&A Run-of-show / talk beats What the Shemsu-Hor are said to be; where that term shows up in academic vs. esoteric contexts. Early dynastic rulers (Shendjw/Iry-Hor/Ka/Narmer) and unification claims. Old Kingdom highlights (Djoser's Step Pyramid; Sneferu's building spree; Khufu/Khafre). Transmission into Celtic realms via Scota & Gaythelos traditions; medieval sources that circulate this narrative. Scotland bridge (Dunkeld line; Malcolm III, David I, etc.) and the later Washington/Wessington links claimed in some trees. Verification toolkit: documentary chains, surname/place-name continuity, yDNA/mtDNA/auDNA limits, NPEs, endogamy. Esoteric angle: why bloodlines matter to mystery traditions; myth vs. memetics. Audience Q&A. Hashtags #TypicalSkeptic #MaryBeaver #AdonnaOfSol #ShemsuHor #Egyptology #OldKingdom #QueenScota #HighKings #CelticHistory #HiddenHistory #Bloodlines #Genealogy #AncientEgypt #Pharaohs YouTube tags (comma-separated) Mary Beaver, Adonna of Sol, Shemsu-Hor, Narmer, Djoser, Sneferu, Khufu, Khafre, Queen Scota, Gaythelos, High Kings of Ireland, House of Dunkeld, Malcolm III, David I, Washington lineage, Egyptian genealogy, Celtic dynasties, ancient DNA, genealogy methods, deprogramming, hidden history
A regulator has accused NVIDIA of violating China's antitrust laws over its acquisition of chipmaker Mellanox. In its preliminary findings of an investigation it commenced in December, the State Administration for Market Regulation claimed that the company breached both national regulations and the conditional terms China outlined when it rubber-stamped the $6.9 billion takeover. Also, on Monday, the state's Attorney General Letitia James released more specifics about what the SAFE for Kids Act will entail in practice. And, Valve has apparently updated its Steam Early Access policy to no longer accept games with what the company deems to be "mature themes." As first reported by Gamesmarkt earlier this month, gaming studio Dammitbird, which develops the adult adventure game Heavy Hearts, was not allowed to put the title on Steam Early Access because of its content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Attorney General Letitia James is proposing new regulations that would require social media users to prove their age with photo or video verification. It's part of an effort to curb the effect of addictive feeds on minors. Meanwhile, the MTA is expanding its bus lane camera program in Queens and the Bronx to keep lanes clear and improve service. Plus, despite Mayor Adams' cash incentives, landlords have not reopened any warehoused rent-stabilized apartments. WNYC's David Brand explains why the city is now doubling the payout in hopes of bringing units back on the market.
Even though Google's AI Overviews were introduced with a comically rocky start, it's about to face a far more serious challenge. Penske Media, the publisher for Rolling Stone, Variety, Billboard and others, filed a lawsuit against Google, claiming the tech giant illegally powers its AI Overviews feature with content from its sites; a California bill that would require operating system and app store providers to verify users' ages before they can download apps has cleared the Assembly 58-0, and will now move on to Gov. Gavin Newsom; and the rear-wheel drive trim of the Tesla Cybertruck lasted about five months before it was unceremoniously removed from online sales. The Long Range model represented the most affordable Cybertruck option with its starting price of $69,990 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
John Maytham chats to Urban and Regional Economist Dr Ivan Turok on the new housing beneficiary verification drive, and how it aims to make access to housing for those who need it, easier. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Preston Dennett began investigating UFOs and the paranormal in 1986 when he discovered that his family, friends and co-workers were having dramatic unexplained encounters. Since then, he has interviewed hundreds of witnesses and investigated a wide variety of paranormal phenomena. He is a field investigator for the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), a ghost hunter, a paranormal researcher, and the author of 24 books and more than 100 articles on UFOs and the paranormal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media.
Three Big Conversations: Sabrina Carpenter's new album pushes predictable buttons. - 9:22 Why Gen Alpha loves throwing up peace signs. -24:44 Why some people think online age verification is a dangerous idea. - 36:16 Song of the Week - "Dead Dance" - Lady Gaga-2:22 To read the lyrics click here. Elsewhere in culture: - 56:10 This week, Apple announced the next generation of iPhone, as well as new Airpods that feature live language translation. Ariana Grande is opting not to use dynamic pricing for her upcoming shows, ensuring tickets remain the same price regardless of demand. MTV's Video Music Awards happened this week, with Lady Gaga winning “Artist of the Year.”AI videos stylized like video game cutscenes (specifically Final Fantasy) are being created to bring “Bible stories to life like no one's ever seen before.” “Ranch Style,” i.e. fashion that focuses on looking like you work or live on a ranch, may be the hottest fashion trend in the upcoming months. Become a monthly donor, join the Table.
ATM crimes aren't slowing down in intensity. If anything, they are increasing, and banks need to be able to contact law enforcement quickly and have them arrive on the scene fast enough to stop the crime.However, traditional security systems can cause big problems for ATM and branch security, especially due to false positives.In some jurisdictions, police departments are requiring video verification to prevent false positives, such as a faulty sensor triggering, an animal or some other issue.In this episode of the Bank Customer Experience Podcast, Joey Parrillo, director of security solutions at Cook Solutions Group, and Michael Strange, director of technology services at Cook Solutions Group, discuss key benefits of video verification.Strange pointed out in the podcast, which was moderated by Bradley Cooper, that false positives don't just waste time, they can also waste money.He said many police departments will hit banks with a $500 fine for the first false positive, with increasing fines for each subsequent infraction such as $750 to $1,000. In addition, these departments will be far less likely to respond to alarms at banks that regularly have false positives.He also said that many times these false positives are simply caused by employees who unknowingly trip the system. In addition, for smaller community banks or credit unions, they may not have a dedicated team to handle security events, which can cause delayed reactions.During the podcast, Strange and Parillo share several ways video verification can solve the problem including:Having a dedicated team to analyze security footage 24/7.Saving money by preventing false positives.Using AI to identify common issues such as animals or faulty sensors.How CSG's PikoVERIFY solution works.You can listen to the podcast in its entirety above.
Andrea Stricker Iran's Nuclear Program Targeted, Verification Crisis Ensues Andrea Stricker discusses Israel and USstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities like Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan, destroying centrifuges and weaponization capabilities. The IAEA cannot verify Iran's nuclear material locations after inspectors were expelled. Iran's 60% enriched uranium poses a proliferation risk, leading to anticipated UN sanctions. The strikes prevented JCPOA-allowed centrifuge surges.1045-1100 1870 TEHRAN
CONTINUED Andrea Stricker Iran's Nuclear Program Targeted, Verification Crisis Ensues Andrea Stricker discusses Israel and USstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities like Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan, destroying centrifuges and weaponization capabilities. The IAEA cannot verify Iran's nuclear material locations after inspectors were expelled. Iran's 60% enriched uranium poses a proliferation risk, leading to anticipated UN sanctions. The strikes prevented JCPOA-allowed centrifuge surges.1890 TEHRAN
Sabrina Carpenter's new album pushes predictable buttons, why Gen Alpha loves throwing up peace signs, and why some people think online age verification is a dangerous idea. Song of the Week - "Dead Dance" - Lady Gaga To read the lyrics click here. Elsewhere in culture: This week, Apple announced the next generation of iPhone, as well as new Airpods that feature live language translation. Ariana Grande is opting not to use dynamic pricing for her upcoming shows, ensuring tickets remain the same price regardless of demand. MTV's Video Music Awards happened this week, with Lady Gaga winning “Artist of the Year.”AI videos stylized like video game cutscenes (specifically Final Fantasy) are being created to bring “Bible stories to life like no one's ever seen before.” “Ranch Style,” i.e. fashion that focuses on looking like you work or live on a ranch, may be the hottest fashion trend in the upcoming months. Become a monthly donor, join the Table. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.
This week on "Off The Cuff," Melanie is joined by Karen to catch listeners up on identity verification news, FAFSA beta updates, and a roadmap to the upcoming Negotiated Rulemaking (NegReg) sessions. The team kicks things off with a discussion on the Department of Education's (ED) new initiative concerning identity verification, and highlights some transition issues raised by NASFAA communities. Melanie and Karen then catch listeners up on the beta testing period for the 2026-27 FAFSA and discuss where things stand ahead of the now certified October 1 launch date of the form. The team then wraps things up with a discussion on the upcoming NegReg committees as well as the department's unified agenda.
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Are we closer to a dystopian future than we think? Ted Coaldrake (Content & SEO Lead at Swyftx) is back and this week we're discussing the future of Bitcoin and what the world of crypto will look like over the next 10 years. This is an episode you don't want to miss. You'll hear: 02:40 - This coin is up over 1200%... but should you really invest? 07:27 - Is an orb that verifies your humanity the way of the future? 11:18 - The predicted value of Bitcoin in 2035 is WAY higher than you might think 16:04 - Is the four year cycle over? Here's what might be happening instead 20:25 - Crypto could be making its way onto the New York Stock Exchange sooner than you think 22:48 - Which country is buying up the most crypto? It's not who you think 24:55 - See which coins are being held or dumped https://holderscan.com/ ...and much more! Want to see what we're looking at every episode? Watch the YouTube version of the podcast here. Ready to start? Get $10 of FREE Bitcoin on Swyftx when you sign up and verify: https://trade.swyftx.com.au/register/?promoRef=tappingintocrypto10btc To get the latest updates, hit subscribe and follow us over on the gram @tappingintocrypto or X @tappingintocrypto If you can't wait to learn more, check out these blogs from our friends over at Swyftx. The Tapping into Crypto podcast is for entertainment purposes only and the opinions on this podcast belong to individuals and are not affiliated with any companies mentioned. Any advice is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation, if you're looking to get advice, please seek out a licensed financial advisor.
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This week's blogpost - https://bahnsen.co/3I6jBxC Navigating AI in Financial Advice: Trust, Verification, and Pitfalls In this episode of the 'Thoughts and Money Podcast,' hosts Trevor Cummings and Blaine Carver discuss the role of AI in financial advice, highlighting both its benefits and potential risks. They share humorous anecdotes about AI mistakes, such as a false story about Lionel Messi and Travis Kelsey, and emphasize the importance of critical thinking when using AI-generated information. The conversation evolves into a broader discussion on what constitutes good advice, stressing that quality advice should come from credible sources with accountability, educational background, and understandable explanations. They conclude by advocating for the use of AI as a supplementary tool, not a primary decision-maker. 00:00 Welcome to the Thoughts and Money Podcast 00:09 Marriage, Money, and Pop Culture 00:47 The AI Error: Messi and Kelsey Engagement 02:38 The Role of AI in Financial Advice 03:42 Trusting AI: Personal Experiences 08:32 The Disneyland Email Scam 11:56 The Importance of Critical Thinking 18:36 What Good Advice Looks Like 28:28 Conclusion and Listener Engagement Links mentioned in this episode: http://thoughtsonmoney.com http://thebahnsengroup.com
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This weeks episode the boys talk about the new Ableton Stems. They rant about stuff, they discuss new iphones and apple auto mix. Lastly they talk about the importance of Meta Verification Whether you're a seasoned DJ or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and a few laughs along the way. Tune in for a mix of practical advice and entertaining anecdotes! 0:00 - Intro 2:14 - Rant 8:47 - News 19:06 - Social Media Hot Topic
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Did you have to verify your government ID to listen to this podcast? We hope not, but in some parts of the world, this is becoming a reality. We're talking about why age verification laws are becoming more popular in the U.S. and U.K., and how the pursuit of children's online safety -- when legislated irresponsibly -- can just create new problems of surveillance and censorship.Also, Isabel went to the Hugos. She lost. She gave George R.R. Martin his own high school yearbook to sign. It was weird. We talk about that here, too.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
As you know, I spend much of my life online. All of us do. It's hard to believe I've been living online for over 20 years. And the more time that we spend online, the more advanced bad actors become. Because of that, we have to have secure passwords, pass phrases, or passkeys. But wait, there's more. You also need to have two-factor authentication set up for all of your logins, too. Plus, some websites or apps also require verification codes. Now, it's not enough to have just two steps; there has to be a third step. And experts tell us that's still not enough. And you'd better keep your phone handy... Click Here To Subscribe Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicGoogle PodcastsTuneIniHeartRadioPandoraDeezerBlubrryBullhornCastBoxCastrofyyd.deGaanaiVooxListen NotesmyTuner RadioOvercastOwlTailPlayer.fmPocketCastsPodbayPodbeanPodcast AddictPodcast IndexPodcast RepublicPodchaserPodfanPodtailRadio PublicRadio.comReason.fmRSSRadioVurblWe.foYandex jQuery(document).ready(function($) { 'use strict'; $('#podcast-subscribe-button-13292 .podcast-subscribe-button.modal-68bfde3702eed').on("click", function() { $("#secondline-psb-subs-modal.modal-68bfde3702eed.modal.secondline-modal-68bfde3702eed").modal({ fadeDuration: 250, closeText: '', }); return false; }); });
Having received his Ph.D. in mathematical logic at Brandeis University, Rabbi Dr. Dovid Gottlieb went on to become Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Today he is a senior faculty member at Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rabbi Gottlieb has electrified audiences with his stimulating and energetic presentations on ethical and philosophical issues. In Jewish Philosophy with Rabbi Dr. Gottlieb, we are invited to explore the most fascinating and elemental concepts of Jewish Philosophy. https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ podcasts@ohr.edu
Apple has announced its September iPhone event. Dave and I talk about all of the products we expect to see and which ones we'd buy. Meta is using a lot of books to train its AI dataset, but it doesn't have permission to use them all. It seems the company is using books, including 15 that Dave wrote, without permission. Android is taking a page from Apple's app playbook and will soon require all apps to be registered by verified developers. Show Notes: Meta's AI dataset Apple Event Announced for September 9: ‘Awe Dropping' Five Things to Expect From Apple's ‘Awe Dropping' September 9 Event Android will require all apps to be registered by verified developers Shows and movies we're watching Yellowstone, Peacock Kpop Demon Hunters, Netflix Rewatch of The Last of Us, HBO
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What exactly is an AI agent, and how will agents change the way we work?In this episode, a16z general partners Erik Torenberg and Martin Casado sit down with Aaron Levie (CEO, Box) and Steven Sinofsky (a16z board partner; former Microsoft exec) to unpack one of the hottest debates in AI right now.They cover:Competing definitions of an “agent,” from background tasks to autonomous internsWhy today's agents look less like a single AGI and more like networks of specialized sub-agentsThe technical challenges of long-running, self-improving systemsHow agent-driven workflows could reshape coding, productivity, and enterprise softwareWhat history — from the early PC era to the rise of the internet — tells us about platform shifts like this oneThe conversation moves from deep technical questions to big-picture implications for founders, enterprises, and the future of work. Timecodes: 0:00 Introduction: The Evolution of AI Agents0:36 Defining Agency and Autonomy1:54 Long-Running Agents and Feedback Loops4:49 Specialization and Task Division in AI6:20 Human-AI Collaboration and Productivity6:59 Anthropomorphizing AI and Economic Impact9:10 Predictions, Progress, and Platform Shifts11:31 Recursive Self-Improvement and Technical Challenges13:20 Hallucinations, Verification, and Expert Productivity16:20 The Role of Experts and Tool Adoption22:14 Changing Workflows: Agents Reshaping Work Patterns45:55 Division of Labor, Specialization, and New Roles48:47 Verticalization, Applied AI, and the Future of Agents54:44 Platform Competition and the Application Layer55:29 Closing Thoughts and Takeaways Resources: Find Aaron on X: https://x.com/levieFind Martin on X: https://x.com/martin_casadoFind Steven on X: https://x.com/stevesi Stay Updated: Let us know what you think: https://ratethispodcast.com/a16zFind a16z on Twitter: https://twitter.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zSubscribe on your favorite podcast app: https://a16z.simplecast.com/Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
Learn about banking blacklists and how to decide when sign-up bonuses are worth your time and money. Why might you get denied when trying to open a new bank account online, even if all your information is correct? When are bank account sign-up bonuses really worth pursuing? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola explain how banks verify identities, what can cause account applications to fail, and how seasonal spending habits affect financial planning to help you better manage your cash flow and set realistic expectations. But first, they kick off the episode by discussing how summer expenses like weddings, vacations, utility bills, and back-to-school shopping can disrupt budgets, and how to prepare emotionally and financially for an expensive fall. Then, NerdWallet banking writer Margaret Burnett joins Sean and Elizabeth to discuss why banks sometimes block new account applications and how to navigate “banking blacklists.” She helps answer a listener's question about repeated online account denials, and together they walk through how verification systems work, what ChexSystems and Early Warning Services track, and how to clean up your record. They also break down when bank account sign-up bonuses are worth it, what fine print to watch for, and how to balance rewards with potential risks. Want us to review your budget? Fill out this form — completely anonymously if you want — and we might feature your budget in a future segment! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK53yAufsc4v5UpghhVfxtk2MoyooHzlSIRBnRxUPl3hKBig/viewform?usp=header Best Bank Bonuses and Promotions of August 2025 (up to $3,000) https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/banking/best-bank-bonuses-and-promotions What to Do if You're Listed in ChexSystems https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/steps-to-clear-up-your-chexsystems-record Blocked From Getting a Bank Account? Learn About ChexSystems https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/blocked-by-chexsystems-what-to-know Banks That Don't Use — or Will Look Past — ChexSystems https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/banks-that-dont-use-or-will-look-past-chexsystems Second Chance Checking Accounts Across the U.S. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/second-chance-checking In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: bank account denied online, banking blacklist, ChexSystems, early warning services, bank sign-up bonus, bank bonuses, high yield savings account, verifying identity for bank account, blocked by bank, open bank account online problems, how to dispute ChexSystems, early warning services report, how to get off ChexSystems, bank fraud prevention systems, denied checking account, high risk banking customer, banking verification system, online bank application failed, identity mismatch bank account, checking account promotions, sign-up bonus fine print, taxable bank bonuses, 1099 bank bonus, avoiding bank account fees, managing multiple bank accounts, best banks for sign-up offers, credit union account opening, how to open checking account, banks that don't use ChexSystems, new bank account requirements, and bank promotions 2025. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest for Episode #323 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Grace Bourke, Consulting Director of the Performance Excellence Practice at Baker Tilly. With nearly 40 years of experience in healthcare quality improvement and industrial engineering, Grace has worked in clinical care, biotech, global public health, and senior leadership roles at organizations including Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health.' Episode page Grace shares a very personal favorite mistake — the challenges of building a new home that turned into a nightmare of mold, leaks, and structural flaws. What began as a house problem quickly became a more profound lesson in trust, verification, and speaking up — themes that resonate far beyond construction and directly into the world of healthcare. “Trust and verify becomes trust and vigilant, educated verification.” – Grace Bourke She reflects on how her tendency to trust inspections and processes, while ignoring her own instincts, parallels what often happens in healthcare systems when leaders or staff don't feel psychologically safe to raise concerns. Grace connects her experience to the importance of leadership accountability, patient safety, and continuous improvement, noting that healthcare still struggles to admit mistakes and act decisively to prevent harm. We also talk about the role of psychological safety, second opinions, and lifelong learning, both in our personal lives and in healthcare. Grace shares how hobbies like glass fusing remind her that safe spaces for experimentation and “planned mistakes” can strengthen resilience, creativity, and growth. “We can't fix the whole world, but we can fix our small piece — and that makes a difference.” – Grace Bourke Questions and Topics: What's your favorite mistake? Was the mistake choosing this builder, or not verifying inspections before closing? Why do you think you didn't speak up more during the building process? How does this experience connect to psychological safety in healthcare? What have you learned about yourself from going through this? How do you put the house problems into perspective? Has the builder taken responsibility or apologized? What parallels do you see between this home-building experience and healthcare improvement? Why is it so hard for healthcare organizations to admit mistakes? What role does leadership play in creating safer systems? How do hobbies like glass fusing help you practice learning from mistakes? What do you mean by “the mistake you're planning”? What gives you hope for improvement in healthcare, despite the challenges?
Air Date 8/24/2025 The nature of politics and public policy is that there's always a need to balance opposing interests. Almost nowhere is there a more intractable set of opposing interests than in the attempt to protect children from harmful content on the internet while maintaining free access to adults, particularly because people wildly disagree about what qualifies as harmful and what degree of privacy invasion is an acceptable tradeoff. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Join our Discord community! KEY POINTS KP 1: Age Verification Will Kill Free Speech Online - Taylor Lorenz - Air Date 6-6-25 KP 2: Can the UK Child-proof the Internet? - Front Burner - Air Date 7-31-25 KP 3: Social Media Is Making Us Self-Censor - The Bitchuation Room (with Francesca Fiorentini) - Air Date 8-14-25 KP 4: Republicans Want to Redefine 'Obscenity' - Here's Why That Should TERRIFY You - What A Day - Air Day 5-17-25 KP 5: Meet the Creepy Pro-Trump Billionaire Profiting Off of Internet Censorship - The Humanist Report - Air Date 8-7-25 KP 6: Freedom to Connect: Aaron Swartz (1986-2013) on Victory To Save Open Internet, Fight Online Censors - Democracy Now! - Air Date 1-14-13 (00:46:37) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR On the need to demand serious arguments about serious issues DEEPER DIVES (00:52:04) SECTION A: AGE VERIFICATION (01:19:18) SECTION B: SAVE THE CHILDREN (01:45:50) SECTION C: CENSORSHIP (02:20:34) SECTION D: ANTI-PORN AGENDA SHOW IMAGE CREDITS Description: Photo of a stack of protest signs that say “Fight for your digital rights!” Credit: “Netzpolitik Demonstration for press freedom in Berlin” by Sebaso, Wikimedia Commons | License: CC BY-SA 4.0 | Changes: Cropped Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com
Sarah Isgur and David French analyze Justice Brett Kavanaugh's concurrence in the NetChoice v. Mississippi case and whether or not states can enforce unconstitutional laws. The Agenda:—Battle of the irreparable harms—SCOTUS and political battles—Revisiting minors' First Amendment rights—Dissential battle raging at the 6th Circuit—White House joins TikTok—Let the drag shows continue—Christian Legal Society vs. Martinez Advisory Opinions is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including access to all of our articles, members-only newsletters, and bonus podcast episodes—click here. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member by clicking here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices