Podcasts about vouchers

Hundreds of thousands of California families rely on federal housing assistance programs to make rent- you might know it as Section 8 vouchers. Based on their income, they'll pay a certain percentage of the rent and the government pays the rest. Recipients include seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and children. But the Trump administration is expected to introduce new rules to these programs in the coming months. Some lawmakers argue that could make assistance harder to access. Guest: Sharon Quirk-Silva, California State Assembly California's investing billions of dollars into a new grade for 4-year-olds called transitional kindergarten. But the state hasn't set aside any money to evaluate it. Reporter: Elly Yu, LAist On Wednesday, the city of Escondido in San Diego County will discuss a controversial contract that its police department has with the Department of Homeland Security. The contract allows federal agents to use a local gun range for 20 days a year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1:We talk with Jaden Edison, reporter for the Texas Tribune.We discuss the school vouchers now in place in Texas, for which the initial budget authorization is $1 Billion, and will likely grow to several time that.Vouchers are being granted mostly to parents who already have children in private schools. Some private schools are shut out of that because they are being classified as being training grounds for 'terrorists', without proof or even examination. We discuss criteria, oversight (none), and the effect on public schools, effect on rural schools in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jamie Rowen,We discuss the proliferation of ICE human warehouses, centers where detainees will be kept. What are the implications of such local "concentration camps" for the neighborhoods and towns where this will be done?WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Pine  2015

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth speaks at National Religious Broadcasters Convention...NRB calls on global Christian communty to prayer for Iran...and controversy in Texas over new private school voucher program.

It's Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed intermittent fasting, after a global review found it might not be the magic bullet it's said to be, the earlier chat with Angela Strange about Te Huia, and how much you spend when given an unlimited restaurant voucher. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With every Singapore household set to receive another $500 in CDC vouchers next January, how should you use yours? As we unpack Budget 2026, we go beyond supermarket runs and hawker favourites to explore Michelin Bib dining spots, hobby finds at Bras Basah, and even how you can donate your unused vouchers to charity. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About 1.4 million Singaporean households will each get $500 in CDC vouchers. There will also be additional U-Save rebates to help households with their utilities expenses. On top of this, 2.4 million eligible adult Singaporeans will receive a $200-$400 Cost-of-Living Special Payment in September 2026 to ease expenses. But are these all enough for Singaporeans to tide through the rising cost of living? And what more support are given to families with children, lower income families and our ageing population? On Money Matters' Budget 2026 Conversation, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian speak to Harvey Koenig, Partner, Co-Head of BEPS COE, KPMG, Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law, Singapore Management University and former Nominated Member of Parliament, and Dr Clara Lee, Research Fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies Social Lab, National University of Singapore, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government support measures such as CDC vouchers were meant to cushion soaring inflation. But are they fiscally sustainable? Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests.Temporary government handouts like the CDC vouchers were meant to cushion the impact of Covid-19 and soaring inflation due to supply shocks that were caused by global events like the war in Ukraine. But with inflation cooling to trend levels, can Singaporeans wean off the ‘free money’ reliance from CDC vouchers that were meant to be temporary? In this episode - which comes out a day ahead of Budget 2026 - ST assistant podcast editor Lynda Hong speaks to independent economist Song Seng Wun; and sociologist Clara Lee, research fellow at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy’s Institute of Policy Studies. Apart from how the CDC voucher scheme has since become a staple of the government’s support package, they delve into different forms of welfare Singaporeans now receive, and the impact on small businesses should the scheme be withdrawn. Highlights (click/tap above): 4:11 Impact on heartland merchants should CDC vouchers be withdrawn 9:42 Why are we using 'emergency' vouchers in a recovering economy? 15:49 Exiting from the policy of handing out CDC vouchers 20:43 Digital infrastructure to distribute CDC vouchers are now well-established: Clara 22:45 Redefining welfare state? Read ST’s Opinion section: https://str.sg/w7sH Host: Lynda Hong (lyndahong@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Hadyu Rahim Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong Follow In Your Opinion Podcast here and get notified for new episode drops: Channel: https://str.sg/w7Qt Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wukb Spotify: https://str.sg/w7sV Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/theusualplacepodcast --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #inyouropinion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government support measures such as CDC vouchers were meant to cushion soaring inflation. But are they fiscally sustainable? Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests.Temporary government handouts like the CDC vouchers were meant to cushion the impact of Covid-19 and soaring inflation due to supply shocks that were caused by global events like the war in Ukraine. But with inflation cooling to trend levels, can Singaporeans wean off the ‘free money’ reliance from CDC vouchers that were meant to be temporary? In this episode - which comes out a day ahead of Budget 2026 - ST assistant podcast editor Lynda Hong speaks to independent economist Song Seng Wun; and sociologist Clara Lee, research fellow at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy’s Institute of Policy Studies. Apart from how the CDC voucher scheme has since become a staple of the government’s support package, they delve into different forms of welfare Singaporeans now receive, and the impact on small businesses should the scheme be withdrawn. Highlights (click/tap above): 4:11 Impact on heartland merchants should CDC vouchers be withdrawn 9:42 Why are we using 'emergency' vouchers in a recovering economy? 15:49 Exiting from the policy of handing out CDC vouchers 20:43 Digital infrastructure to distribute CDC vouchers are now well-established: Clara 22:45 Redefining welfare state? Read ST’s Opinion section: https://str.sg/w7sH Host: Lynda Hong (lyndahong@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Hadyu Rahim Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong Follow In Your Opinion Podcast here and get notified for new episode drops: Channel: https://str.sg/w7Qt Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wukb Spotify: https://str.sg/w7sV Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/theusualplacepodcast --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #inyouropinion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

בפרק זה של הפודקאסט "על המשמעות" עו"ד תמיר דורטל מארח את טל לוריא, מייסד "מורים מובילים שינוי", וטל קופל, מורה, פובליציסט ופעיל חברתי, לשיחה מרתקת על המתח שבין חינוך לערכים לבין אינדוקטרינציה במערכת החינוך הישראלית.האם תפקידו של בית הספר הוא לייצר "בוגר רצוי" בעל השקפת עולם ספציפית, או שמא עליו להסתפק בהקניית מיומנויות יסוד והשכלה פורמלית? בלב הראיון עומד עימות רעיוני עמוק בין הגישה הליברלית-אינדיבידואליסטית של טל לוריא, לבין הגישה הסטייטיסטית-לאומית של טל קופל. לוריא טוען כי במערכת ריכוזית וציבורית, כל ניסיון לחינוך ערכי הופך לכלי מסוכן בידי השלטון לכפיית אג'נדות (מהפרוגרס ועד ללאומנות), ולכן יש לצמצם את תפקיד המדינה למינימום הדידקטי ולהחזיר את האחריות הערכית להורים ולקהילה. מנגד, קופל סבור כי מדינת לאום מחויבת לייצר "שפה תרבותית משותפת" וסטנדרט ערכי מינימלי כדי לשמר את הזהות היהודית והלכידות הלאומית לאורך זמן.במהלך הדיון עולות שאלות נוקבות: האם מורה יכול בכלל להיות ניטרלי? האם הקצאת שעות למתמטיקה על חשבון תנ"ך היא כשלעצמה אמירה ערכית? וכיצד משפיעה איכות כוח האדם בהוראה על היכולת לחנך לערכים? המאזינים ייחשפו לניתוח מעמיק של מודלים חלופיים כמו שיטת השוברים (Vouchers), חינוך קהילתי והפרטה, תוך בחינת המציאות הריאלית של חדר המורים הישראלי לעומת האידיאל הפילוסופי.זהו פרק חובה לכל הורה, איש חינוך או אזרח המוטרד מעתיד הדור הבא. האם אנחנו מגדלים כאן "הומו-אקונומיקוס" תועלתני, או בוגר בעל שורשים ותרבות? והאם ניתן בכלל לסמוך על המדינה שתעשה את העבודה עבורנו? הצטרפו לשיחה שחודרת אל מתחת לפני השטח של הוויכוח על "חינוך חינם" ומגיעה אל שאלת המשמעות של החינוך עצמו.00:00:00 פתיחה והצגת הדוברים00:00:43 הגישה הליברלית: המדינה לא יכולה לחנך לערכים00:05:40 הגישה הממלכתית: תפקיד החינוך בשימור הציוויליזציה00:11:40 הסכנה בריכוזיות הכוח אצל המדינה00:16:30 דמות הבוגר הרצוי וכפייה ערכית00:26:00 האם ניתן להנחיל ערכים דרך תוכנית הלימודים?00:36:00 אנלוגיית החוג לקראטה: כפייה מול בחירה00:46:20 ואקום אידיאולוגי וסכנת ההשתלטות הפרוגרסיבית00:54:40 הוויכוח על "כללי המשחק" מול השמאל01:05:00 האם הימין יודע להשתמש במערכות המדינה?01:14:00 האם מורים באמת מסוגלים לחנך לערכים?01:21:40 חינוך לגיוס לצה"ל: הצלחה או כישלון?01:32:50 בינוניות המורים והאקדמיזציה של המערכת (פרימיום)01:42:30 סיכום: בין ליברליזציה לעמוד שדרה לאומי (פרימיום)#פודקאסט #על_המשמעותSupport the showתוכנית המנויים "על המשמעות פלוס" ➕: https://bit.ly/MashmaPlus גישה מוקדמת לפרקים

Former White House Chief of Staff & Mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping America’s political and economic future. He discusses why the 2028 election will be about what’s ahead—not what’s behind—and argues that understanding AI, energy, and the changing nature of work is now essential for anyone seeking leadership. Emanuel makes the case that education and vocational training remain the clearest pathway to the middle class, warns about declining reading proficiency, and examines what schools must do to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world. He also explores how both parties lost their way on education, why fundamentals matter, and what voters are really demanding from the system. The discussion then turns sharply to politics, power, and the health of American institutions. Emanuel weighs in on Trump-era controversies, Congress’s weakened role, and concerns about election integrity and the post-election environment. He outlines how Democrats can rebuild a winning coalition by welcoming independents and former Republicans, focusing on economic fairness, and preparing for a potential 2026 wave election. The episode closes with a global lens—covering U.S.–Israel dynamics, political polarization, wealth inequality, and whether national service could help reunite a fractured country—framing a central question: if the midterms fail to reset the trajectory, what comes next for American democracy? Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Link in bio or go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Rahm Emmanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 What does the average week look like for Rahm Emmanuel? 02:30 Trying to get a good understanding of AI & energy distribution 03:30 Candidates better understand AI because it’s driving economy 04:00 2028 election will be about the future not the past 05:30 Education and vocational training are the ticket to middle class 07:00 Coding used to be the most sought after skill, now it’s irrelevant 08:00 How to prepare students for a rapidly changing world? 09:30 AI won’t eliminate vocational professionals 11:15 Students are at a 30 year low in reading proficiency 12:00 Education is a highly motivating issue for voters 12:30 Vouchers don’t help rural communities 13:30 GOP has abandoned public ed, Dems abandoned accountability 14:45 Governors used to compete to be the “education governor” 15:30 Lotteries became the popular way to fund public education 16:15 Mississippi found a successful education model & it was copied 18:45 If schools focus on the fundamentals, scores go up 20:15 Trump’s UAE corruption scandal the worst in history 21:45 Trump is supposed to work for the voters checkbook, not his own 22:30 Trump’s pardons are almost exclusively for white collar crime 24:15 Congress has completely abdicated their responsibility 25:45 Founders were very worried about a corrupt executive 27:15 Major international shakeups and DNI is at Georgia election office 28:45 There are certain features of elections Trump can’t screw with 30:30 Rahm is more worried about the post election environment 31:15 The institutions have failed, but the people will protect this country 32:00 Worried that Mike Johnson may screw with the seating of new congress 33:00 Mike Johnson doesn’t have Mike Pence’s courage 35:30 What issues should Democrats should prioritize to win elections 36:30 2026 will be a wave election, presents chance to win local/state races 38:00 Tax refunds won’t be the electoral boon Republicans think they will 38:45 There’s no upside to being a long-term planner in American politics 40:00 What states should Dems target outside the 7 battlegrounds? 40:45 Never Trump Republicans finding more affinity with Democratic party 41:45 Democrats need to welcome former Republicans & independents 43:00 Unaffiliated voters are where you get your electoral majority 44:30 Progressive vs. Moderate viability for Democrats 47:00 Democratic electorate is always looking for someone new 48:00 The future will be on the ballot in 2028 50:15 Biden promised to unite the country & only united his party. It’s why he failed 51:45 Mandatory national service could help reunite the country 55:00 Entire tax code is built around wealth preservation, not creating wealth 57:00 People are tired by the ultra rich playing by their own set of rules 58:00 WaPo is an institution, and Bezos is gutting it against public interest 1:00:30 How welcome will a Jewish candidate be in a Democratic primary? 1:02:00 Separating the Jewish people/religion from Bibi’s government 1:03:45 Bibi’s governance has made Israel more vulnerable and isolated 1:04:45 Did we export our politics to Israel or are we emulating them? 1:05:45 If Democrats fail to win the midterms… then what?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chuck Todd reacts to the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl, then examines the political shockwaves rippling through Washington after Donald Trump’s controversial and widely condemned post about the Obamas, placing it within the broader context of Trump’s long history of racial controversies and growing unease inside his own coalition. As criticism emerges from Republican lawmakers, conservative legal voices, and even Olympic athletes, Todd explores signs that Trump’s influence may be weakening—fueled by internal party fractures, controversial foreign policy moves, and a leadership circle increasingly insulating him from reality. With a surge of congressional retirements, warning signs from special elections, and historical trends favoring the opposition party, the conversation turns to whether Republicans are heading toward a major electoral setback—and whether worsening controversies, including ongoing fallout from Epstein-related revelations, could further reshape the political landscape before November. Then, former White House Chief of Staff & Mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping America’s political and economic future. He discusses why the 2028 election will be about what’s ahead—not what’s behind—and argues that understanding AI, energy, and the changing nature of work is now essential for anyone seeking leadership. Emanuel makes the case that education and vocational training remain the clearest pathway to the middle class, warns about declining reading proficiency, and examines what schools must do to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world. He also explores how both parties lost their way on education, why fundamentals matter, and what voters are really demanding from the system. The discussion then turns sharply to politics, power, and the health of American institutions. Emanuel weighs in on Trump-era controversies, Congress’s weakened role, and concerns about election integrity and the post-election environment. He outlines how Democrats can rebuild a winning coalition by welcoming independents and former Republicans, focusing on economic fairness, and preparing for a potential 2026 wave election. The episode closes with a global lens—covering U.S.–Israel dynamics, political polarization, wealth inequality, and whether national service could help reunite a fractured country—framing a central question: if the midterms fail to reset the trajectory, what comes next for American democracy? Finally, Chuck comments on the fallout from the mass layoffs at the Washington Post, hops in the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the history of the Iranian revolution and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Link in bio or go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 00:30 Super Bowl reaction 03:15 Bad Bunny’s halftime show was a great tour of Latin culture 04:30 The AI de-aging in the commercials is creepy 06:00 Half of the AI companies advertising likely won’t exist in 3 years 10:00 Fallout from Trump’s racist post about the Obamas 11:00 Trump’s entire history has included accusations of racism 11:45 Trump definitely made the post, Republicans push back on it 13:30 The cracks in the Trump coalition grow deeper by the week 14:30 Trump didn’t have much filter before, losing it as he ages 15:30 Olympic athletes voiced concerns & opposition to administration 16:30 Trump’s inner circle keep him in a “safe space” cocoon 17:30 In six weeks of 2026, Trump has put the GOP on the defensive 19:15 Close Trump allies in congress willing to criticize him 21:00 Conservative legal analysts rip Trump for corrupt UAE deal 23:15 Trump’s Greenland posturing turned allies against the U.S. 24:00 An electoral disaster is brewing for the Republicans 24:30 Nearing a record number of incumbents retiring from congress 27:00 Historical trends suggest massive gains for the out party 28:30 Retiring members sound like they are done with politics 29:45 Retirements will create an institutional knowledge gap 31:15 Retirements are a warning sign for disastrous upcoming election 35:00 Redistricting could create even more retirements 36:15 Two more special elections swung massively toward Democrats 37:15 Any Republican in a 59% or less Trump district is in danger 39:30 Almost no scenario where Republicans hold the house 40:45 Inconceivable that Trump recovers his approval rating by Nov. 42:30 The Epstein file releases keep getting worse and worse for Trump 56:15 Rahm Emmanuel joins the Chuck ToddCast 57:45 What does the average week look like for Rahm Emmanuel? 58:45 Trying to get a good understanding of AI & energy distribution 59:45 Candidates better understand AI because it’s driving economy 1:00:15 2028 election will be about the future not the past 1:01:45 Education and vocational training are the ticket to middle class 1:03:15 Coding used to be the most sought after skill, now it’s irrelevant 1:04:15 How to prepare students for a rapidly changing world? 1:05:45 AI won’t eliminate vocational professionals 1:07:30 Students are at a 30 year low in reading proficiency 1:08:15 Education is a highly motivating issue for voters 1:08:45 Vouchers don’t help rural communities 1:09:45 GOP has abandoned public ed, Dems abandoned accountability 1:11:00 Governors used to compete to be the “education governor” 1:11:45 Lotteries became the popular way to fund public education 1:12:30 Mississippi found a successful education model & it was copied 1:15:00 If schools focus on the fundamentals, scores go up 1:16:30 Trump’s UAE corruption scandal the worst in history 1:18:00 Trump is supposed to work for the voters checkbook, not his own 1:18:45 Trump’s pardons are almost exclusively for white collar crime 1:20:30 Congress has completely abdicated their responsibility 1:22:00 Founders were very worried about a corrupt executive 1:23:30 Major international shakeups and DNI is at Georgia election office 1:25:00 There are certain features of elections Trump can’t screw with 1:26:45 Rahm is more worried about the post election environment 1:27:30 The institutions have failed, but the people will protect this country 1:28:15 Worried that Mike Johnson may screw with the seating of new congress 1:29:15 Mike Johnson doesn’t have Mike Pence’s courage 1:31:45 What issues should Democrats should prioritize to win elections 1:32:45 2026 will be a wave election, presents chance to win local/state races 1:34:15 Tax refunds won’t be the electoral boon Republicans think they will 1:35:00 There’s no upside to being a long-term planner in American politics 1:36:15 What states should Dems target outside the 7 battlegrounds? 1:37:00 Never Trump Republicans finding more affinity with Democratic party 1:38:00 Democrats need to welcome former Republicans & independents 1:39:15 Unaffiliated voters are where you get your electoral majority 1:40:45 Progressive vs. Moderate viability for Democrats 1:43:15 Democratic electorate is always looking for someone new 1:44:15 The future will be on the ballot in 2028 1:46:30 Biden promised to unite the country & only united his party. It’s why he failed 1:48:00 Mandatory national service could help reunite the country 1:51:15 Entire tax code is built around wealth preservation, not creating wealth 1:53:15 People are tired by the ultra rich playing by their own set of rules 1:54:15 WaPo is an institution, and Bezos is gutting it against public interest 1:56:45 How welcome will a Jewish candidate be in a Democratic primary? 1:58:15 Separating the Jewish people/religion from Bibi’s government 2:00:00 Bibi’s governance has made Israel more vulnerable and isolated 2:01:00 Did we export our politics to Israel or are we emulating them? 2:02:00 If Democrats fail to win the midterms… then what? 2:04:00 Send us your guest requests & suggestions! 2:05:45 Will Lewis resigns, cements himself as worst publisher of WaPo 2:06:45 The Washington Post will fade into irrelevance after layoffs 2:08:00 Lack of local coverage bad for DC sports teams & venues 2:09:30 Team owners in DC should help fund local coverage 2:11:30 WaPo owner & publisher weren’t willing to own the layoffs 2:12:00 ToddCast Time Machine - February 11th 1979 2:12:15 Iranian shah’s regime collapsed, created Islamic Republic 2:13:15 Iran/Persia is one of the longest continuing states in history 2:14:45 Persia was neutral in WW1 & had its sovereignty violated 2:15:30 Collapse of Ottoman empire led to new states created by European powers 2:16:30 There’s a long history of small D democracy in Iran 2:17:30 The Shah’s project was forced modernization 2:18:45 The coup turned the Shah into the central pillar of the state 2:19:45 U.S. violating Iran’s sovereignty created anti-Americanism 2:21:00 Ayatollah Khamenei emerged as symbol of the resistance 2:21:45 Shah decided to expel Khamenei, gave him more rhetorical power 2:23:00 The Iranian revolution was broad based, but the clerical faction won 2:23:45 Hostage crisis came 9 months after the revolution 2:24:15 If we intervene now, it would be on the side of the Iranian people 2:25:30 Intervening on behalf of democracy works better than self-interest 2:26:15 Transactional politics without a moral code bites us in the ass 2:27:30 Ask Chuck 2:27:45 If Trump proved he was 2020 winner, does that make 2024 win unconstitutional? 2:31:30 Is it better for ethical people to stay in government to prevent someone worse? 2:35:30 Why not include Mississippi as state for Dems to target by 2032? 2:38:45 Causes for both alarm & optimism 2:42:00 Should MLB change the rule for intentional walks to make it two bases? 2:44:15 Some nicknames for the Trump/UAE corruption scandalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The case against a Shorewood man found guilty of trespassing along Lake Michigan. Nearly half of private school students are using publicly funded vouchers. The history of Milwaukee's Enderis Park neighborhood.

Bridget Archer, Minister for Ageing, joins Kaz and Tubes to detail the latest round of Ticket to Wellbeing vouchers helping Tasmanians over 65 get moving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Data from the Department of Public Instruction show that nearly half of Wisconsin private school students use vouchers to pay for private school tuition, according to reporting from Wisconsin Watch.

Senate Education Committee Chairman Dennis DeBar says he will allow his committee to vote on the House's school choice measure, but he's still convinced the proposal to spend public money on private schooling will not pass in the Senate. Why are senators opposed to this? He explains.

Iola USD 257 Superintendent Stacey Fager has been in education his whole career. He came to Iola 19 years ago and has led the school district since 2017. Fager believes in public education and its importance to young people, communities and our society. He's also clear-eyed about the challenges public schools face today. In this episode of “Registered,” we talk with Fager about a bill to ban cell phones in Kansas schools, the dangers he sees in a statewide voucher program, and what the future may bring.

In this episode, Matt sits down with Jeff Bisson, Executive Director of Rochester Main Street, to talk about upcoming downtown events and share an update on future programming. In the second half, Matt is joined by Jeanne Grover, founder of Vouchers for Veterans, to discuss the Harvest Market, currently in the planning stages for later this year.

Gina Hinojosa, a Texas state representative and Democratic candidate for governor, joins the Chuck ToddCast to discuss how the school choice debate has created unexpected opportunities for Democrats in traditionally red states. Hinojosa, who entered politics through school board advocacy to save her son's school, argues that corruption—not ideology—is the biggest driver of Texas politics. She accuses Governor Greg Abbott of holding school funding hostage to push through a voucher program, forcing closures across the state while Texas ranks in the bottom three nationally for education funding. Hinojosa contends that vouchers lack transparency and accountability, and notes that even Trump-voting Texas women have joined the fight against them. She criticizes charter schools for cherry-picking students while taking public resources, and highlights how special education funding has been systematically cut, leaving expensive and crucial services unmet. Beyond education, Hinojosa paints a broader picture of dysfunction in Texas, claiming Abbott has awarded $1 billion in no-bid contracts to donors—what she calls the "Greg Abbott corruption tax"—and pointing to failures in the state's deregulated electric grid, border policy, and treatment of vulnerable communities. She argues that Texas operates as a three-party state, with two Republican wings and Democrats, and describes how Abbott used millions to primary moderate "Bush Republicans," successfully defeating nine incumbents who wouldn't toe the line. While acknowledging challenges like the border security issue that flipped the Rio Grande Valley toward Trump and ICE enforcement she describes as "terrorizing communities," Hinojosa sees opportunities in growing business community frustration over tariffs and deportations. She emphasizes that despite Texas's economic power and population growth—which will add 4-5 congressional districts—ordinary Texans aren't benefiting, with small business owners earning less than the national average and electric bills skyrocketing due to data center demand and grid mismanagement. Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Gina Hinojosa joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:00 School choice issue has opened the door for Dems in red states 02:30 Gina’s background in education & school board politics 04:00 Ran for school board to save her son’s school 04:30 Greg Abbott is reallocating money, forcing school closures 05:15 Corruption is biggest driver of politics in Texas 06:00 Consultants & vendors use part time legislators to make money 06:45 Schools closing all over Texas due to budget cuts & vouchers 08:00 Abbott held school funding hostage trying to pass voucher program 08:30 Texas is bottom 3 in the country for school funding 10:00 Texas women who voted Trump joined fight against vouchers 11:15 Vouchers have no transparency or accountability 12:30 The school funding model hasn’t changed since industrial age 13:45 Do you support Texas’s “recapture” funding model? 15:00 The recaptured money is being wasted 16:30 Student testing and NAEP scores are decreasing overall 17:45 Teachers deserve to be treated and paid like professional 18:30 Special needs students can attend private school funded by state 19:30 Special education is very expensive & requests go unmet 20:45 State cut corners to avoid paying for special ed students 22:15 Charter schools take public resources but not all kids 23:15 Charter schools deny admission to kids with disciplinary records 24:45 Education paid for by Texas property taxes which have skyrocketed 25:15 Texans pay the “Greg Abbott corruption tax” 26:00 Abbott has given $1 billion dollars in no-bid contracts to donors 27:45 The corruption issue is ripe but the electorate is cynical on both sides 29:15 Abbott’s corruption is the #1 talking point in the Republican primary 30:30 Gas companies let Texans freeze until prices spiked high enough 32:30 Border security issue led to Rio Grande valley voting for Trump 34:00 Biden was able to fix border issues, just took too long to do it 34:30 Deportations flipped political sentiment in Rio Grande valley 36:00 ICE is terrorizing communities 36:45 Masked law enforcement should be illegal 37:45 Texas is a three party state: Two GOP wings & Democrats 38:30 How can you grow the Democratic party in Texas? 39:45 The “Bush Republicans” in TX can’t vote their districts or conscience 40:15 Abbott used millions to primary Bush Republicans & 9 lost their race 41:30 Is the GOP nationalizing the race your biggest challenge? 42:30 Texas will gain 4-5 congressional districts due to growth 44:45 The business community in TX is mad at tariffs & deportations 45:30 People of Texas aren’t benefiting from their economic power 47:15 Small business owners make less than average nationally 47:45 Texas’s electric grid is a ticking time bomb 48:15 Deregulation & corruption have exacerbated issues with grid 49:00 Electric bills skyrocketing due to data centers 50:30 Thoughts on nuclear to address energy problems? 52:00 Favorite food on the campaign trail?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck delivers a blunt warning about how Donald Trump’s erratic, ahistorical tariff strategy is pushing the United States toward a self-inflicted crisis—one that could even stumble into war. With none of the usual political penalties applying to Trump, elected Republicans have opted for fearful silence, becoming complicit as tariffs punish American taxpayers and U.S. credibility abroad rapidly erodes. Americans, worn down by “Trump Exhaustion Syndrome” and the lack of consequences after January 6th, are watching as the last real guardrail—the economy—buckles under market turmoil, while Congress and the Supreme Court delay or abdicate their responsibility to act. The episode underscores the extraordinary global fallout: Canada openly questioning whether it can rely on the U.S., wargaming invasion scenarios, pursuing “strategic autonomy,” and calling for new middle-power alliances even as it reaffirms commitment to NATO. As isolationism spreads and the rules-based order America once led begins to fracture, Chuck argues that only a congressional reckoning—or a midterm revolt—can halt the damage and preserve the country’s democratic institutions. Gina Hinojosa, a Texas state representative and Democratic candidate for governor, joins Chuck to discuss how the school choice debate has created unexpected opportunities for Democrats in traditionally red states. Hinojosa, who entered politics through school board advocacy to save her son's school, argues that corruption—not ideology—is the biggest driver of Texas politics. She accuses Governor Greg Abbott of holding school funding hostage to push through a voucher program, forcing closures across the state while Texas ranks in the bottom three nationally for education funding. Hinojosa contends that vouchers lack transparency and accountability, and notes that even Trump-voting Texas women have joined the fight against them. She criticizes charter schools for cherry-picking students while taking public resources, and highlights how special education funding has been systematically cut, leaving expensive and crucial services unmet. Beyond education, Hinojosa paints a broader picture of dysfunction in Texas, claiming Abbott has awarded $1 billion in no-bid contracts to donors—what she calls the "Greg Abbott corruption tax"—and pointing to failures in the state's deregulated electric grid, border policy, and treatment of vulnerable communities. She argues that Texas operates as a three-party state, with two Republican wings and Democrats, and describes how Abbott used millions to primary moderate "Bush Republicans," successfully defeating nine incumbents who wouldn't toe the line. While acknowledging challenges like the border security issue that flipped the Rio Grande Valley toward Trump and ICE enforcement she describes as "terrorizing communities," Hinojosa sees opportunities in growing business community frustration over tariffs and deportations. She emphasizes that despite Texas's economic power and population growth—which will add 4-5 congressional districts—ordinary Texans aren't benefiting, with small business owners earning less than the national average and electric bills skyrocketing due to data center demand and grid mismanagement. Finally, Chuck updates his ToddCast Top 5 senate seats Democrats are most likely to flip in the midterms, answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and recaps his experience at the college football national championship game… and the insane prices being charged to attend. Get your wardrobe sorted and your gift list handled with Quince. Don't wait! Go to https://Quince.com/CHUCK for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 06:00 Trump is potentially stumbling into a war over tariffs 07:00 Trump’s strategy is erratic & detached from historical norms 07:45 None of the usual political penalties apply to Trump 08:15 Canada is preparing & worrying that U.S. could invade 08:45 Trump’s tariffs punish the American taxpayer 09:30 Elected Republicans are afraid of voicing dissent 10:45 Republicans choose silence & makes them complicit 12:00 Americans are numb, suffering from “Trump Exhaustion Syndrome” 13:00 Lack of consequences for January 6th emboldened Trump 14:45 Trump has weakened American credibility abroad 16:00 There’s little check left in the GOP to prevent damage 16:30 The only guardrail left is the economy and markets, which crated 18:15 Isolationism is terrible politics and terrible for the country 19:15 Congress is the only institution that can stop Trump & is abdicating 20:15 SCOTUS delays ruling on tariffs, making them hard to unwind 21:15 It’s possible the midterms become a revolt & sober up the GOP 21:45 Trump is affected by the “political YOLO virus” 22:30 Mitch McConnell could have changed the course of history, and didn’t 23:30 Trump has made America most vulnerable & isolated in decades 25:00 Canadian PM gives Davos speech pleading with Americans 26:00 When America chooses isolationism, so will everyone else 27:00 Canada has shifted toward “strategic autonomy” 28:15 Carney is saying Canada can’t rely on the United States 29:00 Canada is wargaming for an invasion from the south 29:45 Canada proposes a middle power trading bloc 31:15 Carney says Canada stands committed to NATO’s Article 5 31:45 Canada looking for new partners to confront an aggressive U.S. 32:30 America has thrived atop the rules based order, and is risking everything 34:45 25th Amendment intended for true incapacitation 35:30 Congress has to do its job to preserve the America we love 42:45 Gina Hinojosa joins the Chuck ToddCast 43:45 School choice issue has opened the door for Dems in red states 45:15 Gina’s background in education & school board politics 46:45 Ran for school board to save her son’s school 47:15 Greg Abbott is reallocating money, forcing school closures 48:00 Corruption is biggest driver of politics in Texas 48:45 Consultants & vendors use part time legislators to make money 49:30 Schools closing all over Texas due to budget cuts & vouchers 50:45 Abbott held school funding hostage trying to pass voucher program 51:15 Texas is bottom 3 in the country for school funding 52:45 Texas women who voted Trump joined fight against vouchers 54:00 Vouchers have no transparency or accountability 55:15 The school funding model hasn’t changed since industrial age 56:30 Do you support Texas’s “recapture” funding model? 57:45 The recaptured money is being wasted 59:15 Student testing and NAEP scores are decreasing overall 1:00:30 Teachers deserve to be treated and paid like professional 1:01:15 Special needs students can attend private school funded by state 1:02:15 Special education is very expensive & requests go unmet 1:03:30 State cut corners to avoid paying for special ed students 1:05:00 Charter schools take public resources but not all kids 1:06:00 Charter schools deny admission to kids with disciplinary records 1:07:30 Education paid for by Texas property taxes which have skyrocketed 1:08:00 Texans pay the “Greg Abbott corruption tax” 1:08:45 Abbott has given $1 billion dollars in no-bid contracts to donors 1:10:30 The corruption issue is ripe but the electorate is cynical on both sides 1:12:00 Abbott’s corruption is the #1 talking point in the Republican primary 1:13:15 Gas companies let Texans freeze until prices spiked high enough 1:15:15 Border security issue led to Rio Grande valley voting for Trump 1:16:45 Biden was able to fix border issues, just took too long to do it 1:17:15 Deportations flipped political sentiment in Rio Grande valley 1:18:45 ICE is terrorizing communities 1:19:30 Masked law enforcement should be illegal 1:20:30 Texas is a three party state: Two GOP wings & Democrats 1:21:15 How can you grow the Democratic party in Texas? 1:22:30 The “Bush Republicans” in TX can’t vote their districts or conscience 1:23:00 Abbott used millions to primary Bush Republicans & 9 lost their race 1:24:15 Is the GOP nationalizing the race your biggest challenge? 1:25:15 Texas will gain 4-5 congressional districts due to growth 1:27:30 The business community in TX is mad at tariffs & deportations 1:28:15 People of Texas aren’t benefiting from their economic power 1:30:00 Small business owners make less than average nationally 1:30:30 Texas’s electric grid is a ticking time bomb 1:31:00 Deregulation & corruption have exacerbated issues with grid 1:31:45 Electric bills skyrocketing due to data centers 1:33:15 Thoughts on nuclear energy to address energy problems? 1:34:45 Favorite food on the campaign trail? 1:37:30 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Gina Hinojosa 1:39:00 ToddCast Top 5 seats Democrats can win & flip senate 1:41:45 #1 North Carolina & #2 Maine 1:45:30 #3 Michigan 1:48:45 #4 Ohio 1:50:15 #5 Alaska 1:53:30 Ask Chuck 1:54:15 Which presidency would be more dangerous… Trump or Vance? 1:58:30 If most Americans are center left or right, why can’t we elect centrists? 2:03:15 Would military action against a treaty ally be considered an illegal order? 2:06:45 How should the country resolve insider trading on the prediction markets? 2:08:15 Reaction to Indiana winning National Championship over Miami 2:18:30 The prices at the National Championship were highway robberySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jane Dutton standing in for Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Wendy Knowler the Consumer Journalist about cutting through the fine print and protecting your pockets. Discussing why you should disable locked-screen phone notifications, the most effective ways to get your credit score up, and the ongoing gift card issue.Tags: 702, 702 Afternoons, Talk radio, Consumer journalist, Relebogile Mabotja, Jane Dutton, Gift card, Vouchers, Wendy Knowler 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent FDA actions are reshaping key aspects of drug and biologic development, including the Commissioner's National Priority Voucher program, the "plausible mechanism" pathway for personalized therapies, and new draft guidance aimed at streamlining biosimilars and interchangeables. Join Washington, D.C. partner Nathan Beaton and counsel Monica Groat and Chad Jennings as they discuss how these moves differ from traditional policy-making, as well as the practical implications for pricing, manufacturing, M&A, and litigation risk in the healthcare and life sciences industry.   This podcast is provided as a service of Latham & Watkins LLP. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney client relationship between you and Latham & Watkins LLP, and you should not send confidential information to Latham & Watkins LLP. While we make every effort to assure that the content of this podcast is accurate, comprehensive, and current, we do not warrant or guarantee any of those things and you may not rely on this podcast as a substitute for legal research and/or consulting a qualified attorney. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for engaging a lawyer to advise on your individual needs. Should you require legal advice on the issues covered in this podcast, please consult a qualified attorney. Under New York's Code of Professional Responsibility, portions of this communication contain attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each representation. Please direct all inquiries regarding the conduct of Latham and Watkins attorneys under New York's Disciplinary Rules to Latham & Watkins LLP, 1271 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020, Phone: 1.212.906.1200

Wisconsin state workers unions rally as the  Joint Committee on Employment Relations legislative committee continues to hold up their compensation, Wisconsin dairy workers have authorized a strike as milk companies pull back on safety and compensation, a fourth Madison area Starbucks store joins the nationwide strike and Starbucks workers get a legal win in New York City over widespread Starbucks labor violations, educator unions are working to get the cost of funding private school vouchers in print in local property tax bills, and the 37th annual Holiday in Lights sponsored by IBEW Local 159 is taking place in Madison's Olin Park.

This weeks pod! Asda shop scare! Prove Jemma wrong Fuelled by point scoring Chaotic morning  Birds Cafe (again) Abandoned Zumba Sat nav to Cholesterol Mood teas Hair support Christmas Magic  The Amiga moment Scott's Vouchers! A Presents ban Trimming up the office Swivel Chair paint Cracking Christian Deep thinking kid Dementia care BB49 Review Brew Crew missionaries Alton Towers Role Play Adults as kids!  A Mans wardrobe  bwtbpod@gmail.com Join our Patreon for exclusive episodes and early access here! https://www.patreon.com/bwtbpod A 'Keep It Light Media' Production Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gift vouchers are often given as a present when we can't think of what to get someone. Last Christmas, over 60% of people received one.However, over 20% of us have still not used our gift vouchers from last year!The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission is now advising us to consider giving cash instead…So, do you use yours?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.

In this episode, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath discuss the new Education Savings Account (ESA) voucher program launching in the state of Texas in 2026 and how it could impact divorce and child custody cases. Jake and Brian explain how school choice may affect conservatorship decisions, private school enrollment, relocation disputes, and child support considerations.

Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with The Independent, discusses the findings of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission survey on Christmas spending, including statistics on who hasn't used last year's vouchers and also how much people intend to spend this year.Charlie also looks at the rise in people taking out health insurance cover despite price increases.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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NY Daily News, Mamdani plan to scale back NYC gifted and talented program reignites simmering controversy, https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/04/mamdani-plan-to-scale-back-nyc-gifted-and-talented-program-reignites-simmering-controversy/ andJames Borland, Gifted Education Without Gifted Childre. https://assets.cambridge.org/97805215/47307/excerpt/, 9780521547307_excerpt.pdfRenzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education, and Talent Developmenthttps://gifted.uconn.edu/schoolwide-enrichment-model/ https://gifted.uconn.edu/schoolwide-enrichment-model/Jennifer Berkshire's books, The Education Wars and Wolf at the Schoolhouse Door: The Dismantling of Public Education and the Future of School , https://www.amazon.com/Education-Wars-Citizens-Defense-Manual/dp/1620978547/ and https://www.amazon.com/Wolf-Schoolhouse-Door-Dismantling-Education/dp/1620977958/ref=sr_1_1Jennifer Berkshire, Education Helped Power the Blue Wave, https://educationwars.substack.com/p/education-helped-power-the-blue-waveLaura Pappano, School Moms: Parent Activism, Partisan Politics, and the Battle for Public Education, https://www.amazon.com/School-Moms-Activism-Partisan-Education/dp/0807012661Laura Pappano, At Moms for Liberty summit, parents urged to turn their grievances into lawsuits, https://hechingerreport.org/at-moms-for-liberty-summit-parents-urged-to-turn-their-grievances-into-lawsuits/Jake Zuckerman, Culture warriors lost school board races all around Ohio, https://signalohio.org/culture-warriors-lost-school-board-races-all-around-ohio/David Pepper, Lesson: People Don't Want Crazy on their School Boards, https://davidpepper.substack.com/p/lesson-people-dont-want-crazy-on?r=g8fo&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=trueArne Duncan, America is in an ‘education depression.' This solution is a no-brainer, https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/11/03/democrats-education-tax-credit-duncan/Jessica Seaman, Colorado teacher unions ride blue wave to victory in school board races, https://www.denverpost.com/2025/11/06/colorado-teacher-union-school-board-elections/Jenny Brundin, Supporters of Propositions MM and LL declare victory, https://www.cpr.org/2025/11/04/proposition-ll-mm-funding-free-school-meals-results/Scotus Blog, Mahmoud v. Taylor https://www.scotusblog.com/cases/case-files/mahmoud-v-taylor/Maggie Scales, Lexington parent sues district over lessons that “normalize LGBTQ relationships” , https://lexobserver.org/2025/11/07/lexington-parent-sues-district-for-burdening-childs-religious-upbringing/

Dave and Fionnuala are debating over whether vouchers are an acceptable gift for secret santa, what do you think?

When a birth certificate is lost it can be very hard to replace it without financial resources. This can make it all the more difficult to connect to State benefits that require proof of identity. While state identification cards in Ohio are free to those 17 years and older, the Read More Shared by United Resource Connection November 13, 2025

One of biopharma's most memorable bidding wars finally came to an end on Friday—with Metsera right back in the arms of its original suitor, but with Pfizer paying around $10 billion for the rights to the obesity biotech, a nearly $3 billion increase over its original bid. But while Novo Nordisk may have bowed out of that race, the company still made headlines this past week, with CEO Maziar Mike Doustdar joining Eli Lilly head David Ricks at the White House on Thursday to announce a deal that will see their GLP-1 drugs offered at about $350 per month.   This marks a significant discount to the current list prices of $1086 and $1350 for Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound and Novo's comparator Wegovy, respectively. No matter how low they go, however, the GLP-1 leaders can still be undercut by compounders, Steven Grossman, policy and regulatory consultant and author of the FDA Matters blog, told BioSpace this week.   Speaking of Lilly, the Indianapolis-based pharma had a busy week, reporting 20% weight loss in a mid-stage study of its amylin agonist eloralintide that William Blair analysts said “validates [the] amylin agonist class.” Lilly also netted two new partners, inking a $1.2 billion RNAi pact with SangeneBio to target metabolic diseases and licensing a genetic eye disease therapy from MeiraGTx Holdings for up to $475 million.   On the regulatory front, the FDA awarded the second round of priority review vouchers under its new Commissioner's National Priority Vouchers program. Unlike the first cohort of vouchers, which was announced in October, this group mostly consisted of products already on the market—with the exception of Lilly's orforglipron.   Finally, BioSpace dives into one the hottest trends in the immunology and inflammation (I&I) space—pipeline-in-a-product. Possibly motivated by blockbuster drugs like AbbVie's Skyrizi and Rinvoq and Regeneron and Sanofi's Dupixent, companies are optimizing shots on multiple goals in this lucrative space.  

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Wednesday episode. Driving over 10 hours to cash vouchers and play.

At the end of September, President Trump invited Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla to the Oval Office to announce that the company and the administration had reached a "deal" on most-favoured nations drug pricing. This was followed by similar announcements from AstraZeneca and Merck. But are these deals substantive policy or PR sleight of hand? In today's episode of the pharmaphorum podcast, host Jonah Comstock invites Hogan Lovells Partner Alice Valder Curran back to the show to help get to the bottom of that question, as well as to talk a little about TrumpRx. And this time she's brought along her colleague Elizabeth Jungman who gives us the skinny on the FDA's new priority voucher system and what exactly the government shutdown means for the pharma industry. Despite the many press releases, oval office announcements, and guidance documents, there's still a lot we don't know about all these topics. But Curran and Jungman help clarify what we do know so far and provide context and analysis to fill in the gaps. For the rest, we'll have to wait and see what US policymakers have in store. Tune in for the whole illuminating conversation.

Missouri legislators recently approved the use of millions in state funding for MOScholars, a K-12 school scholarship program that had previously been supported by tax-deductible donations. But an investigation found that nearly all of those state-funded vouchers were used for religious schools.

Next-generation platforms and technologies are getting closer to cracking one of biopharma's biggest problems: delivering medicines, and mAbs in particular, to the brain. On the latest BioCentury This Week podcast, BioCentury's Selina Koch details the latest innovations in blood-brain-barrier shuttles and how the technologies could transform the treatment of neurological diseases.BioCentury's Lauren Martz discusses her conversation with Tony Wood, CSO of GSK, which included the pharma's strategy for indication expansion, why it prefers RNA modalities over AAV-based gene therapies, and how its quest for causal biology has evolved over the years.Washington Editor Steve Usdin discusses the first set of FDA's new commissioner's national priority review vouchers, and why the voucher program is unlikely to function as an incentive capable of steering future behavior. Usdin also discusses the potential impact of FDA staffing reductions on the sector. This episode of BioCentury This Week is sponsored by Evotec.View full story: https://www.biocentury.com/article/657326#BloodBrainBarrier #Neurology #DrugDelivery #MonoclonalAntibodies #RNAtherapeutics #CausalBiology #FDA00:01 - Sponsor Message: Evotec01:57 - Brain Shuttles13:57 - GSK Q&A20:08 - FDA VouchersTo submit a question to BioCentury's editors, email the BioCentury This Week team at podcasts@biocentury.com.Reach us by sending a text

GrabOne - the website which offered discounted deals on experiences, products, and travel has gone into liquidation. It was once one of New Zealand's largest daily deals websites and used to be high value - it was sold by NZME to Global Marketplace New Zealand in 20-21 for $17.5 million. The company announced this morning that there would be no refunds for customers with unredeemed vouchers. RNZ's Money Correspondent Susan Edmunds chats to Jesse about consumer rights.

Imagine the physical, emotional, and financial weight of caring for an aging parent with significant disabilities. This July, China launched a new subsidy program to lighten that load. The pilot response has been overwhelming, with over 243,000 vouchers used almost immediately. But is this innovative approach enough to lift the burden, and what hurdles must it still clear? On the show: Steve, Yushan & Guo Yan

In this episode of the podcast, we chat with Matt Jessop, a primary school head teacher from the North West of England who have won our Primary School of the Year TWICE! We discuss the innovative approaches Matt is implementing in his school, particularly in integrating technology and outdoor learning. The conversation digs into the challenges facing the education system, including funding issues, accountability, and the need for systemic change. Matt makes a big point about the importance of engaging students in their learning and the potential of hybrid education models to better serve diverse learners. The discussion also touches on the role of big tech in education and the necessity for a curriculum that meets the needs of today's students.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:44 Matt's Journey and School Environment06:11 Innovative Approaches in Primary Education10:51 Challenges in Education Technology and Funding15:10 Accountability and the Education System20:22 The Need for Systemic Change in Education27:18 The Evolving Skill of Learning to Learn28:05 Navigating AI and Misinformation 30:12 The Need for Reform30:51 The Fractured System32:45 Hybrid Education36:52 Vouchers and Microschools39:45 Creativity Over Regurgitation42:38 The Role of Data 44:07 A Vision for Hybrid Learning50:22 The Importance of Student Ownership in LearningConnect with Matt on LinkedInListen to Matt's Joining the Dots podcastThanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you.Ben & Steve xChampioning those who are making the future of education a reality.Follow us on XFollow us on LinkedInJoin the WhatsApp CommunityWant to sponsor future episodes or get involved with the Edufuturists work?Get in touchGet your tickets for Edufuturists Uprising 2026

How Can You Get SAG Vouchers Fast - Without Wasting Months on Set?Are you stuck trying to become SAG-AFTRA eligible but don't know how to get those three elusive background vouchers? You're not alone - and this episode reveals how to seriously cut down the time it usually takes.If you're a non-union actor dreaming of joining SAG-AFTRA, this episode will show you exactly what most actors overlook - so you don't waste time or miss opportunities that are right in front of you.Here's what you'll get from this episode:A simple trick for getting noticed by the right casting agencies - so you land more union background jobsWhy the “worst” shoot days are secretly the best for snagging a SAG voucherA small but powerful move at the end of every shoot day that could make all the difference in your eligibilityHit play now to fast-track your SAG eligibility and stop waiting around for vouchers that may never come.Contact Info:Email: martin@cityheadshots.comWebsite: https://www.martinbentsen.comAdditional Resources:Headshots: https://www.cityheadshots.comShoot Footage for Your Reel: https://www.actorscreenershoot.comEdit Footage Into a Reel: https://www.demoreelsnyc.comThis show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.

New Data shows the city's social services agency is playing a bigger role than ever when it comes to stemming an affordable housing crisis. Plus, pressure is mounting on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to weigh in on the mayor's race. Also, a new plan to develop the Columbia Street Waterfront District took a big step towards becoming reality. And finally, the parents of a man killed at New York City's West Indian Day Parade last year say they've barely heard from the police working to solve the case.

PS6 to go handheld? Nintendo Direct incoming? Vouchers disappearing? Episode 780 of Infendo Radio has the latest rumors & updates!

Today we'll be talking about Anutin's ambitious plans for what should be a short term in office, the Supreme Court's verdict looming over the head of Thaksin Shinawatra, and a little later the tourism authority of Thailand is being urged to give cash vouchers to foreign visitors to Thailand.

Easter Bible/traditions, technocracy/global control, carbon taxes/propaganda, school choice traps, EMF in schools, natural assets/tokenization, media propaganda, and resistance hope. During our podcast break, enjoy this replay of Courtenay's appearance on Knights Of The Storm from April 2025. Key topics: Bible verse discussion on Easter (Matthew and John on Jesus' death and resurrection) and traditions like eggs, Santa, Halloween – pagan roots vs. family fun with the real message. Technocracy and global governance: Carbon taxes on shipping as control, propaganda (Club of Rome's climate narrative), and resistance strategies. School choice as a trap: Vouchers with strings, public-private partnerships, global citizens, Prussian model for compliance, and health impacts like EMF in schools, loss of books. Natural asset companies (NACs), monetizing public lands, tokenization, fractal ownership, and Game B as left-leaning technocracy pushing collective intelligence/singularity. Propaganda in media/alt media: Influencers as controlled opposition, dialectical warfare, and hope in resistance (not opting in, diversifying from all-in-one apps). Courtenay's book on Hegel's dialectic as a gnostic Jacob's Ladder for control. Read Courtenay's Article: ⁠Hegel's Dialectic, a Gnostic Jacob's Ladder & the Machinery of Control⁠ Follow and Connect with Knights Of The Storm:

Aug. 29, 2025- Attorney Diane Houk explains why fair housing organizations are wading into a legal fight over the constitutionality of housing vouchers in New York and a law intended to prevent landlords from discriminating against tenants based on their payment method.

Piracy websites are being cracked down on by the American Government, but what are some of the reasons that drive people to pirate? We discuss this part of the industry that has an impact, even if it's something that's not openly discussed often. There's other news to get into as well, as our gaming backlogs grow this summer with all of the gaming sales and bundles. All this and much more make up another week of the longest running video game podcast, Orange Lounge Radio!   Also in the News:   * Romero Games was Not Closed by Microsoft * Digital Xbox Games Now with Accessibility Tags Expected for other Platforms * Ubisoft Still Laying Off after $1.25 Billion Investment * Nintendo Vouchers to End   All this and more on the show where EVERY gamer has a voice-- Orange Lounge Radio! LIVE on the VOG Network, Sunday nights at 6 Pacific, 9 Eastern www.vognetwork.com Mailbag: participate (at) orangeloungeradio dot com

My interview with Randi starts at 25 mins Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more RANDI WEINGARTEN is president of the 1.8 million-member AFT, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school-related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators. The AFT is dedicated to the belief that every person in America deserves the freedom to thrive, fueled by opportunity, justice and a voice in our democracy. This freedom is achieved through an economy that works for all, including the ability to form a union; great public schools and affordable higher education; healthcare as a right; retirement security; the right to vote and civil rights; a vibrant democracy; and safe, welcoming and healthy environments and communities. The AFT and its members advance these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining and political activism, and especially through members' work—we care, fight, show up and vote. Prior to her election as AFT president in 2008, Weingarten served for 11 years as president of the United Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 2, representing approximately 200,000 educators in the New York City public school system, as well as home child care providers and other workers in health, law and education. Weingarten is the recipient of many commendations; she was included in Washingtonian's 2021 Washington's Most Influential People, City & State New York's 2021 New York City Labor Power 100, and Washington Life's 2018 Power 100 list of prominent leaders, and in 2017 received the Roosevelt Institute's FDR Distinguished Public Service Award. In 2013, the New York Observer named Weingarten one of the most influential New Yorkers of the past 25 years. Weingarten has led the AFT's efforts to strengthen public education for all children and to address the crisis in the teaching profession caused by deep disinvestment and the deprofessionalization of teaching. Through the AFT's Fund Our Future campaign, AFT members and leaders throughout the country are fighting for adequate investment in public education. Parents and many others have joined the AFT's efforts to end the overuse and misuse of standardized tests, and to fix—not close—struggling schools, something Weingarten has advocated since her involvement in the creation of New York City's Chancellor's District, which dramatically improved achievement in what had been some of the city's lowest-performing schools. Weingarten has launched major efforts to place real education reform high on the nation's and her union's agendas. She created the AFT Innovation Fund, a groundbreaking initiative to support sustainable, innovative and collaborative education reform projects developed by members and their local unions. At Weingarten's direction, the AFT developed a model to transform teacher evaluations from a way of simply rating teachers to a tool for continuous improvement and feedback. This model is used to align tenure and due process, so that tenure serves as a guarantee of fairness, not of a job for life. Weingarten led an AFT committee that called for all prospective teachers to meet a high entry standard—as in medicine or law—so that they're prepared from the day they enter the classroom. Weingarten oversaw the development of the AFT's Quality Education Agenda, which advocates for reforms grounded in evidence, equity, scalability and sustainability. She promotes what she calls “solution-driven unionism”—an approach to collective bargaining and collective action that unites the interests of union members and those they serve in the pursuit of solutions that benefit students, schools and communities. Under Weingarten's leadership, the AFT continues to grow and expand its voice as a union of professionals. Nationwide, the AFT is the second-largest union of nurses and other health professionals and the largest higher education union, representing 230,000 higher education faculty, professional staff and graduate employees. Weingarten helped source millions of dollars of personal protective equipment for nurses and health professionals experiencing shortages as they served on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Weingarten is an advocate for a New Deal for Higher Education, a campaign calling for substantial federal investment in higher education that would prioritize teaching, research and student supports; provide sustainable careers with professional voice for all faculty and staff; allow all students to attend regardless of ability to pay; create academic environments free of racism and other forms of bigotry; and cancel student debt. The AFT provides our members tools and information they can use to manage their federal student loan debt, including having that debt forgiven, while advocating for solutions to the escalating cost of higher education, predatory loan practices, and terrible loan servicing that is holding people back. The AFT and a broad array of parent and community partners across the country have collaborated on events to advance a community- and educator-driven agenda for public school reform. Weingarten spearheaded the development of Share My Lesson, the United States' largest free collection of lesson plans, classroom activities, and teaching strategies and resources created by educators, for educators—all at no cost. The AFT has a long-standing partnership with First Book, which has provided 5 million free and reduced-price books to children. Weingarten and the AFT were asked to lead a partnership to transform McDowell County, W.Va., one of the poorest counties in the United States. The AFT has assembled more than 100 partners not only to improve the quality of education provided to children in the county, but to focus on jobs, transportation, recreation, housing, healthcare and social services. Weingarten believes the rural way of life is worth fighting for, and the AFT's experience in McDowell County informs the work Weingarten is advancing to help rural communities thrive—through education, healthcare and economic opportunities. The AFT supports the strategic establishment of 25,000 community schools where students and families can access tailored health services and social services in one place, and marginalized communities can have access to services and support. Weingarten views this goal as especially vital to help children, families and communities recover from the wide-ranging impacts of the coronavirus pandemic and ensuing recession. When the COVID-19 crisis hit, the AFT worked with scientists and health professionals to develop a blueprint for reopening schools. The AFT continues to advocate for the funding and necessary testing and safety protocols to ensure in-person learning is safe.  During the Trump administration, Weingarten led the AFT's efforts to oppose Trump and Betsy DeVos' fervent attempts to defund and destabilize public education and to stand up to the administration's racist policies and attacks on facts and democracy. In 2012-13, Weingarten served on an education reform commission convened by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, which made a series of recommendations to improve teaching and learning. She was appointed to the Equity and Excellence Commission, a federal advisory committee chartered by Congress to examine and make recommendations concerning the disparities in educational opportunities that give rise to the achievement gap. For 10 years, while president of the UFT, Weingarten chaired New York City's Municipal Labor Committee, an umbrella organization for the city's 100-plus public sector unions, including those representing higher education and other public service employees. As chair of the MLC, she coordinated labor negotiations and bargaining for benefits on behalf of the MLC unions' 365,000 members. From 1986 to 1998, Weingarten served as counsel to UFT President Sandra Feldman, taking a lead role in contract negotiations and enforcement, and in lawsuits in which the union fought for adequate school funding and building conditions. A teacher of history at Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood from 1991 to 1997, Weingarten helped her students win several state and national awards debating constitutional issues. Elected as the local union's assistant secretary in 1995 and as treasurer two years later, she became UFT president after Feldman became president of the AFT. Weingarten was elected to her first full term as UFT president in 1998 and was re-elected three times. Weingarten's column “What Matters Most” appears in the New York Times' Sunday Review the third Sunday of each month. You can follow her on Twitter at @rweingarten (Twitter.com/rweingarten) and on Facebook (Facebook.com/randi.weingarten.9). Weingarten holds degrees from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations and the Cardozo School of Law. She worked as a lawyer for the Wall Street firm of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan from 1983 to 1986. She is an active member of the Democratic National Committee and numerous professional, civic and philanthropic organizations. Born in 1957 and raised in Rockland County, N.Y., Weingarten now resides in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City. 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