Podcasts about Watchdog

 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the harsh realities of Wall Street, emphasizing that the trading game is rigged against individual investors. He explains the concept of naked shorting and critiques the role of regulators like the SEC. Markowski advocates for long-term investing over short-term trading and warns listeners about the influence of private equity on financial advisory services. He also critiques the Federal Reserve's handling of inflation and economic policy, urging listeners to be aware of the financial landscape and to seek genuine financial advice.

Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the current financial landscape, focusing on the Federal Reserve's impact on interest rates and the economy. He critiques government assistance programs, particularly SNAP, and emphasizes the need for local community solutions to economic issues. The conversation also explores the implications of AI on the job market, highlighting the importance of human interaction in various sectors.

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La Chișinău astăzi este învestit noul Guvern condus de economistul Alexandru Munteanu. Se întâmplă la exact o săptămână de la desemnarea candidatului. Noua echipă și programul de guvernare este analizat de invitatul de astăzi la Moldova Zoom, analistul politic de la Chișinău, Nicolae Negru. „Programul guvernului Munteanu seamănă cu programul electoral al Partidului Acțiune și Solidaritate, este unul ambițios. Ținta, anul 2028, pentru ca să încheiem procesul de integrare europeană, să ne facem temele sau să stimulăm investiții de aproape 4 miliarde euro – o sarcină foarte ambițioasă în condițiile în care războiul din Ucraina continuă”, spune Nicolae Negru, în interviul realizat de Valeria Vițu.  Teme ediției: - De ce a deveni Franța de ceva vreme noua țintă a propagandei și dezinformării rusești. O relatare semnată de Liliana Barbăroșie și un interviu cu experta comunității WatchDog de la Chișinău, Tatiana Cojocari. - În regiunea transnistreană au fost comemorate Victimele Reprimărilor Politice din perioada sovietică. Numai că așa-zisele autorități de la Tiraspol nu au spus că torționarii au fost comuniștii, bolșevicii care au omorât mii de oameni. Despre această situație inedită ne vorbește jurnalistul Euronews România, Vitalie Cojocari. - În nordul Republicii Moldova, apa este o mare problemă, iar o nouă stație de tratare a apei, finanțată de UE, vine să schimbe situația. Un reportaj de la Cătălin Volconovici. - Armonizarea legislației naționale la normele europene va reprezenta o prioritate esențială pentru legislativ în următoarele luni. - Ucraina intenționează să reia, în luna noiembrie, importurile de gaze naturale din Grecia prin conducta Transbalcanică care trece prin România și Republica Moldova. - Au fost deschise înscrierile pentru programul DiscoverEU, care oferă posibilitatea tinerilor de 18 ani care au cetățenia unui stat european de a călători gratuit în Europa. Știrile zilei: Premierul desemnat Alexandru Munteanu merge în Parlament, împreună cu echipa guvernamentală, pentru a prezenta programul de activitate și a cere votul de încredere. Alexandru Munteanu își va prezenta programul intitulat „UE, pace, dezvoltare”, care stabilește principalele direcții de acțiune ale viitorului executiv. Documentul prevede finalizarea negocierilor de aderare la Uniunea Europeană până în anul 2028, pregătind astfel țara pentru integrarea deplină. În plan economic, Guvernul mizează pe valorificarea Planului de creștere finanțat de UE în valoare de 1,9 miliarde de euro, destinat stimulării dezvoltării și consolidării rezilienței economice. Partidul Acțiune și Solidaritate, de guvernare, are o majoritate confortabilă în Legislativ, motiv pentru care nu va avea probleme în a vota noul executiv. În baza votului de încredere, președintele țării numește oficial Guvernul, iar noul executiv își preia atribuțiile din ziua depunerii jurământului în fața șefului statului. Prima ședință a noului Guvern ar putea avea loc miercurea viitoare. *** Armonizarea legislației naționale la normele europene va reprezenta o prioritate esențială pentru legislativ în următoarele luni, declară vicepreședinta Parlamentului, Doina Gherman. Acesta sune că imediat după învestirea Guvernului Munteanu, Parlamentul își va concentra activitatea pe două direcții majore: rectificarea bugetară și continuarea agendei europene. *** În această dimineață, președinta Maia Sandu l-a numit pe fostul ministru de externe Nicu Popescu în funcția de emisar special pentru afaceri europene și parteneriate strategice. În noua sa poziție, Nicu Popescu va avea sarcina de a consolida sprijinul pentru aderarea Republicii Moldova la Uniunea Europeană, de a avansa dimensiunea politică a procesului de aderare și de a dezvolta relațiile cu partenerii strategici ai țării pentru consolidarea păcii și securității, în strânsă cooperare cu Președintele Republicii, Guvernul și Parlamentul, anunță un comunicat al Președinției. *** Ucraina intenționează să reia, în luna noiembrie, importurile de gaze naturale din Grecia prin conducta Transbalcanică, după intensificarea atacurilor rusești asupra infrastructurii energetice naționale, a anunțat joi firma de consultanță ExPro, citată de Reuters. Conducta care trece prin România și Republica Moldova. Potrivit estimărilor, 55% din producția internă de gaze a Ucrainei a fost afectată de bombardamentele din luna octombrie, determinând autoritățile de la Kiev să caute surse externe suplimentare de aproximativ 4 miliarde de metri cubi pentru a asigura alimentarea populației în sezonul rece, scrie News.ro. Până de curând, ruta transbalcanică nu era competitivă din cauza costurilor ridicate de tranzit prin cele patru țări traversate. Ministrul energiei de la Chișinău, Dorin Junghietu, a declarat recent la RFI că România și Republica Moldova au redus acum o săptămână cu 50 la sută taxele de tranzit prin conducta transbalcanică pentru a susține Ucraina să-și asigure necesarul de gaze. *** Până pe 13 noiembrie, tinerii de 18 ani care au cetățenia unui stat european se pot înscrie în programul DiscoverEU, care oferă posibilitatea de a călători gratuit în Europa, transmite IPN. Programul, inclus în bugetul Uniunii Europene din anul 2018, le oferă tinerilor europeni – inclusiv celor din Republica Moldova care dețin și cetățenia României sau a unui alt stat european – șansa de a descoperi cultura și istoria continentului. Timp de 7 ani, peste 390 de mii de tineri din toată Europa, dintre care peste 15 mii din România, au beneficiat de călătorii și experiențe deosebite prin DiscoverEU.

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Australia correspondent Chris Niesche to talk about the decision by the competition watchdog ACCC to sue Microsoft for alleged misleading conduct over adding Copilot AI to its 365 subs.

Shock allegations of sexual abuse within Australia’s childcare system have been uncovered by a new ABC Four Corners investigation. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by investigative journalist Adele Ferguson, who admits she was shocked by the level of abuse and the dangerous loopholes that allow childcare centres to be a hunting ground for alleged pedophiles. This episode contains descriptions of child sex abuse. If you or anyone you know needs assistance, contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Headlines: The ACCC has launched legal action against Microsoft, Kamala Harris has hinted she might make another run for the White House, and a Collie from Central Queensland has taken out a prestigious prize. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, delves into the realities of financial markets, the impact of social media on public perception, and the consequences of government assistance programs. He critiques the GameStop saga, warns against get-rich-quick schemes, and discusses the detrimental effects of welfare dependency on society. Markowski also addresses the issue of usury and its exploitation of vulnerable individuals, while highlighting the challenges facing the agricultural sector in the U.S. The conversation emphasizes the need for financial literacy and personal responsibility in achieving true financial freedom.

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“Their cup of coffee, that delightful delicious cup that's helping them start their day and fuel these wonderful moments with their friends and family, almost certainly has either slavery, child labor, and deforestation in it. How has this industry gotten away with the plastic, with the cups, the milk, the human rights abuses, the deforestation? Scientists tell us this is the 11th hour. We are running out of time.” What would drive someone to take on some of the most powerful industries on Earth? This episode dives deep with Etelle Higonnet, a lawyer turned fearless activist who has dedicated her life to exposing the hidden abuses behind the products we use every day. From cocoa and palm oil to rubber and now coffee, she has fought to rebuild broken systems from the inside out. As the founder of Coffee Watch, Etelle is leading a global effort to transform one of humanity's favorite and most destructive commodities into a model of sustainability and fairness. We explore how she has held corporations accountable, what it takes to create real impact, and why every purchase and every choice matters more than we realize. What we discuss in this episode: The hidden truth behind your daily cup of coffee: what's really going into it and who pays the price. What it would actually cost per cup to ensure your coffee is ethical and environmentally sound. How to find coffee that's sustainably sourced and free of toxic chemicals. The primary drivers of global deforestation. Dark secrets behind chocolate production. What agroforestry is and why it's critical to the planet's future. How climate change affects coffee production. Practical steps you can take to make a real difference. Resources:   Coffee Watch Coffee Watch (@coffeewatchorg) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook: Coffee Watch   Click the link below to support the FISCAL Act https://switch4good.org/fiscal-act/ Share the website and get your resources here https://kidsandmilk.org/ Send us a voice message and ask a question. We want to hear from you! Switch4Good.org/podcast Dairy-Free Swaps Guide: Easy Anti-Inflammatory Meals, Recipes, and Tips https://switch4good.org/dairy-free-swaps-guide SUPPORT SWITCH4GOOD https://switch4good.org/support-us/ ★☆★ JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ★☆★  https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastchat ★☆★ SWITCH4GOOD WEBSITE ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/ ★☆★ ONLINE STORE ★☆★ https://shop.switch4good.org/shop/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ★☆★ https://www.instagram.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ★☆★ https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ★☆★ https://twitter.com/Switch4GoodOrg ★☆★ AMAZON STORE ★☆★ https://www.amazon.com/shop/switch4good ★☆★ DOWNLOAD THE ABILLION APP ★☆★ https://app.abillion.com/users/switch4good

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One complaint to the BSA has the PM claiming 'overreach' and his minister pledging reform - while politicians and lobby groups call for the watchdog to be put down. Paula Penfold ponders personal impact of reputation-ruining scoops.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the current state of the financial markets, the impact of recent economic events, and the importance of building a resilient investment portfolio. He emphasizes the dangers of speculative investments, particularly in cryptocurrencies, and shares insights on how to navigate market volatility. Markowski advocates for a long-term investment strategy focused on quality companies and warns against the allure of quick wealth schemes.

 Chris Markowski, known as the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the harsh realities of the financial world, emphasizing the importance of long-term wealth building and the risks associated with Wall Street and crypto trading. He critiques the growing influence of private equity in 401(k) plans and the ethical dilemmas surrounding good money versus bad money. Markowski also highlights the impact of regulations on small banks and the ongoing subprime auto lending crisis, ultimately calling for greater financial integrity and accountability.

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Corruption defines both the perception and reality of government, eroding trust and even threatening national security. Today, the safeguards meant to keep our government accountable are failing. From the mass firing of inspectors general to congressional stock trading and Supreme Court ethics scandals, abuses of power are weakening public trust and raising fears that the U.S. could slide toward kleptocracy.In this episode, host Simone Leeper speaks with Mark Lee Greenblatt, former Inspector General of the U.S. Department of the Interior; Jodi Vittori, Georgetown University professor and expert on corruption and national security; and Kedric Payne, Vice President and General Counsel at Campaign Legal Center. Together, they trace America's long fight against corruption — from the founders' earliest fears to Watergate reforms — and examine how today's failures of accountability threaten American democracy. The episode closes with solutions for restoring integrity, eliminating conflicts of interest and rebuilding trust in American government. Timestamps:(00:05) — Why did Trump fire 17 inspectors general?(07:36) — How has corruption shaped U.S. history?(11:14) — What reforms followed Watergate?(18:22) — Why does corruption feel worse in daily life now?(23:01) — How did Trump weaken watchdog offices and ethics enforcement?(28:47) — Why does congressional stock trading undermine trust?(33:58) — What do Supreme Court ethics scandals reveal?(39:59) — Could the U.S. slide toward kleptocracy?(46:04) — How does corruption threaten national security?(56:57) — What reforms could restore accountability and integrity? Host and Guests:Simone Leeper litigates a wide range of redistricting-related cases at Campaign Legal Center, challenging gerrymanders and advocating for election systems that guarantee all voters an equal opportunity to influence our democracy. Prior to arriving at CLC, Simone was a law clerk in the office of Senator Ed Markey and at the Library of Congress, Office of General Counsel. She received her J.D. cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center in 2019 and a bachelor's degree in political science from Columbia University in 2016.Mark Lee Greenblatt is an expert on government ethics and compliance, an attorney and author. Most recently, he served as Inspector General for the U.S. Department of the Interior. His work bolstered the integrity of the agency's programs, rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse in the Department's $10 billion in grants and contracts and $12 billion in natural resource royalties. Mark was elected by the 74 Inspectors General to serve as the Chairman of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency in 2022. He previously served in leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Commerce Office of Inspector General and the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. He also served as an investigative counsel at the U.S. Department of Justice. He clerked for U.S. District Judge Anita Brody and was a litigator in two international law firms. Mark is the author of Valor, which tells untold stories of 21st century American soldiers, sailors and Marines who faced gut-wrenching decisions to overcome enormous odds. He is a frequent speaker at industry events, and he regularly appears in the news media. He graduated from Columbia University School of Law, where he was a Harlan Fiske Stone scholar, and he earned his undergraduate degree from Duke University.Jodi Vittori is an expert on the linkages of corruption, state fragility, illicit finance and U.S. national security. She is a Professor of Practice and co-chair of the Global Politics and Security program at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service. Jodi is also an associate fellow with RUSI's Centre for Finance and Security and was previously a non-resident fellow with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Before joining the Georgetown University faculty, she was the U.S. Research and Policy Manager for Transparency International's Defense and Security Program and a senior policy advisor for Global Witness. Jodi also served in the U.S. Air Force; her overseas service included Afghanistan, Iraq, South Korea, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, and she was assigned to NATO's only counter-corruption task force. She was an Assistant Professor and military faculty at the US Air Force Academy and the National Defense University. Jodi is also a founder and co-moderator of the Anti-Corruption Advocacy Network (ACAN), which facilitates information exchange on corruption-related issues amongst over 1,000 participating individuals and organizations worldwide. She is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and received her PhD in International Studies from the University of Denver.Kedric Payne leads the government ethics program at Campaign Legal Center, where he works to strengthen ethics laws and hold public officials accountable at the federal, state and local levels. He conducts investigations into government corruption and initiates legal actions against officials who violate the law. At CLC, Kedric has been at the forefront of advancing reforms on issues such as congressional stock trading, Supreme Court ethics enforcement, executive branch conflicts of interest, and state ethics commission autonomy. His legal work and analysis have been featured in major media outlets. He has also testified at congressional hearings on government ethics and accountability. Before joining CLC, Kedric built a broad legal career across all three branches of the federal government and in private practice. He began as a litigator at Cravath and later practiced political law at Skadden. He went on to serve as Deputy Chief Counsel at the Office of Congressional Ethics and as a Deputy General Counsel at the U.S. Department of Energy, where he advised on federal ethics laws. Earlier in his career, he clerked for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.Links: Understanding Corruption and Conflicts of Interest in Government – CLC Holding Government Officials Accountable for Unlawful Conflict of Interest Violations – CLC Ethics Pledges by Trump Cabinet Draw Questions and Skepticism – NY Times CLC Sues to Stop Elon Musk and DOGE's Lawless, Unconstitutional Power Grab – CLC Elon Musk Stands to Gain Even More Wealth by Serving in Trump's Administration – CLC Is Musk Using the FAA to Benefit Himself and His SpaceX Subsidiary, Starlink? – CLC Have Wealthy Donors Bought the Trump Administration? – CLC How a Second Term Introduces More Conflicts of Interest for Trump – CLC CLC's Kedric Payne on Trump's Brazen Removal of Nation's Top Ethics Official – CLC The public won't get to see Elon Musk's financial disclosures. Here's why that matters.  – CBS  Justice Clarence Thomas Should Be Held Accountable Under Federal Ethics Law – CLC Judicial Conference Decision Lowers Ethics Standards for Federal Judges and U.S. Supreme Court – CLC Improving Ethics Standards at the Supreme Court – CLC The Justice Department Is In Danger Of Losing Its Way Under Trump – CLC Congress Has an Ethics Problem. Now It's Trying to Get Rid of Ethics Enforcement – CLC A Win for Ethics: CLC, Partners Succeed in Preserving Office of Congressional Conduct – CLC Crypto Political Fundraising Raises Questions About Senate Ethics Committee Efficacy – CLC Stopping the Revolving Door: Preventing Conflicts of Interest from Former Lobbyists – CLC The Trump Administration Has Opened the Door to More Corruption – CLC Solving the Congressional Stock Trading Problem – CLCAbout CLC:Democracy Decoded is a production of Campaign Legal Center, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to solving the wide range of challenges facing American democracy. Campaign Legal Center fights for every American's freedom to vote and participate meaningfully in the democratic process. Learn more about us.Democracy Decoded is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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This is the afternoon All-Local update on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Award-winning journalist Aaron Maté joins Mnar Adley to expose the hidden interests behind Trump's Gaza “peace” deal — a plan rooted not in diplomacy but in real estate and natural gas profits.As Israel's ceasefire takes hold, Western media celebrate the return of Israeli captives while ignoring thousands of Palestinian prisoners and the empire's economic motives beneath it all.In this episode of Behind the Headlines and MintCast, Maté and Adley break down:How Trump's Gaza plan ties into Israel's offshore gas fieldsThe Larry Ellison CBS takeover and its pro-Israel media implicationsWhy the corporate press whitewashes empire's crimes in GazaThe ongoing battle for narrative control in Western journalism

October 14, 2025- A state watchdog report for 2024 reaffirms past findings that prison officials are failing to implement solitary confinement reforms from 2021 and make sure mental health services are being administered. We discuss the findings, potential changes to the use of solitary confinement and much more with Jennifer Scaife, executive director of the Correctional Association of New York.

On Nick Ferrari at Breakfast:Israel receives bodies of four more hostages, as US President says Hamas must disarm or be disarmed.Royal Mail is fined £21m by Ofcom for missing first and second class mail delivery targets.Watchdog suggests vets should publish prices and cap prescription costs, as pet owners are ripped off by excessive bills from big chains.All this and more coming up on Nick Ferrari: The Whole Show Podcast.

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Media coverage of the Gaza ceasefire, Platform's Plunket pushes back on broadcast watchdog, Metro magazine 'restructures' its full-time staff - and should self-selected polls be allowed in news? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the harsh realities of the financial world, exposing the lies propagated by big brokerage firms and the government. He emphasizes the need for political courage to address economic issues, critiques government spending and its impact on national debt, and highlights the looming crisis in commercial real estate. Markowski also delves into the higher education system, questioning its value and the rising costs of tuition. He critiques tariffs and their negative effects on businesses and farmers, and calls for independent thinking and integrity in the political process.

In this urgent episode of the Mint Press News podcast, host Mnar Adley speaks with Lebanese war correspondent Ghadi Francis about Israel's relentless war on Lebanon and Washington's renewed campaign to force Hezbollah to disarm. Ghadi, whose Instagram account with over 400,000 followers was recently suspended by Meta, returns to the show to share firsthand reporting from the frontlines of South Lebanon.Despite a so-called ceasefire, Israel continues daily attacks—bombing civilians, kidnapping fishermen and shepherds, expanding military positions on Lebanese soil, and flying drones over villages. Meanwhile, the U.S.-backed Lebanese government is pressuring Hezbollah to surrender its weapons without any guarantee that Israel won't invade again.Ghadi explains why Hezbollah cannot and will not disarm while Israeli forces still occupy Lebanese land. She details the horrific aftermath of Israel's pager and walkie-talkie attacks that blinded and maimed thousands, including children. She also reveals how Lebanon's economic collapse is being weaponized to fracture national unity and intensify pressure on the resistance.This conversation exposes the complicity of Western media, the hypocrisy of U.S. foreign policy, and the terrifying reality that everyday devices could become weapons—thanks to Israeli-American technological warfare.Mint Press News is independent, fearless, and entirely reader-supported. If you believe in journalism that centers truth over power, please support our work.https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/mintpress-keeping-truth-alive-in-a-war-of-lies#/Follow Ghadi Francis on her new Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ghadifranciss/Subscribe to Mint Press News on YouTube and share this episode to keep watchdog journalism alive Support the showMintPress News is a fiercely independent. You can support us by becoming a member on Patreon, bookmarking and whitelisting us, and by subscribing to our social media channels, including Twitch, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to MintCast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and SoundCloud. Also, be sure to check out the new Behind the Headlines channel on YouTube and subscribe to rapper Lowkey's new video interview/podcast series, The Watchdog.

Today's Headlines: White House hardliner Stephen Miller is out here saying the quiet part out loud — during a CNN interview about National Guard deployments, he claimed the president has “plenary authority,” aka limitless power, before mysteriously freezing mid-interview. Meanwhile, Attorney General Pam Bondi doubled down on that energy in her Senate testimony, stonewalling lawmakers on everything from the Epstein files to alleged FBI bribery and whether government officials actually have to follow court orders. The FBI just cut ties with the Anti-Defamation League and the Southern Poverty Law Center — two longtime watchdogs for extremism — after complaints from Trump allies that the groups were “biased.” In policy plotting news,  the administration is reportedly eyeing a partial selloff of the $1.6 trillion federal student loan portfolio to private buyers, and it's refusing to guarantee back pay for federal workers during the ongoing shutdown, apparently to pressure Democrats on Obamacare tax credits. At the Supreme Court, justices seemed ready to strike down Colorado's ban on conversion therapy after hearing arguments from a Christian therapist claiming free speech violations. A federal judge also blocked the administration's attempt to force teen pregnancy prevention programs to comply with its anti–“gender ideology” policies. And finally, six former U.S. surgeons general are warning that HHS Secretary RFK Jr. 's health policies are an “unprecedented threat” to public safety — citing his anti-vaccine rhetoric and pseudoscience as proof the nation's top health post has gone completely off the rails. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CNN: CNN Show Transcripts Axios: Bondi dodges senators' questions on Comey, Epstein probes WBRC: FBI cuts ties with Southern Poverty Law Center, Anti-Defamation League following complaints Politico: Trump administration considers sale of federal student loan debt WSJ: White House Says Federal Workers' Back Pay During Shutdown Isn't Guaranteed NBC News: Supreme Court skeptical of state bans on conversion therapy aimed at LGBTQ kids AP News: A judge has blocked a Trump administration effort to change teen pregnancy prevention programs Axios: "Unprecedented threat": Six former surgeons general sound alarm on RFK Jr. Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes, your kids can handle frustration or disappointment with ease, and other times the exact same challenge sends them into meltdown mode. This can feel really baffling! Why are they so inconsistent?Well, part of that difference comes down to their window of stress tolerance.In this episode, you'll learnWhat the window of stress tolerance is and how it connects to your child's Owl, Watchdog, and Possum brainsWhy widening the window matters for learning, relationships, and everyday lifePractical ways you can help your child (and yourself!) expand the window through connection, playfulness, noticing the good, and self-compassionResources mentioned in this podcast:What Does Co-Regulation Really Look Like? {EP 81}Scaffolding is a Form of Co-Regulation {EP 82}Boundaries with Connection Part 1 of 3 {EP 111}Felt Safety (Inside) - Part 1 {Ep 161}Read the full transcript at: RobynGobbel.com/windowoftoleranceApplications for the 2026 cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Professional Immersion Program are now open! Get on the waiting list at RobynGobbel.com/immersion :::Grab a copy of my book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubApply for the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With) robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

The Trump administration has taken steps to effectively dismantle the Merit Systems Protection Board and the Office of Special Counsel, two agencies that protect federal civil servants. We discuss why changes at these agencies matter and how the U.S. Supreme Court could grant the president broad powers to make changes at other independent agencies. This episode: voting and election security correspondent Miles Parks, labor and workplace correspondent Andrea Hsu, and justice correspondent Carrie Johnson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy