Best Contract administration Podcasts (2025)

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Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) - Department of Transportation - Federal Aviation Administration 14:43

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We unpack the upcoming $1.1B FAA MA-IDIQ: Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) — a partial small business opportunity under NAICS 541330. Discover how this 6-award contract supports engineering and program excellence across aviation systems. Listen now to get ready before the RFP drops. Contact ProposalHelper at sale…

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Virginia Beach candidates make the most in the last few days before election day

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Democrat delegate Michael Feggans and Republican Tim Anderson are competing to represent the 97th district in the House of Delegates. Each will work down to the wire trying to net what could be a last few crucial votes.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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President Barack Obama joins Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger at Norfolk rally in show of support

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Presidential endorsements have become increasingly important for candidates in Virginia’s race for governor.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Rivers Casino workers secure a union contract, guaranteeing raises, job protection and benefits

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Workers at Rivers Casino in Portsmouth are the first casino workers in Virginia to win a union contract.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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SNAP benefits are set to lapse this weekend. Here’s where to find food assistance in Hampton Roads. 1:02

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Local food pantries and community groups are expanding services and urging residents to plan ahead.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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How Hudson River Trading Actually Uses AI 55:16

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Unfortunately, it doesn't seem as though you can get great stock picks just by going to ChatGPT and asking it to recommend some investments. And yet financial firms of all sorts — including trading firms — say they're increasingly using AI. But are the tools actually being deployed? And how do these tools differ from traditional machine learning or…

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Under Trump, A Lifeline For Young Women In Rural Virginia Fights To Survive 1:27

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Since 1967, Job Corps has been a fixture in Marion, Va. The residential campus on Main Street has trained generations in health care skills. Despite bipartisan support under previous administrations, the Trump administration is trying to close it.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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As autism rhetoric heats up, Hampton Roads parents say their biggest fight is simply finding help 4:16

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While national debates revive unproven claims about what causes autism, local families say they’re focused on more immediate concerns.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Inventory of city-owned properties could mean industrial, business development options for Virginia Beach

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The city identified more than 1,100 acres with development potential. Many of the parcels are within one council district and below the city’s Green Line.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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What Makes a Great CRO: Insights with Joel White 24:49

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Joel White, Owner of Marketcap Consulting, joins another episode to discuss the evolving role of Clinical Research Organizations (CROs). He shares the characteristics of a great CRO, how technology and decentralization are shaping the industry, and the strategic balance between speed, quality, and cost in clinical trials. Whether you're a sponsor, …

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Virginia Congressional Democrats blast Trump administration plan to slash national Chesapeake Bay office 0:55

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The proposal would terminate six out of 10 positions at the office under the National Park Service.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Sentinel 3.0 - Department of Health and Human Services 15:34

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Explore how the Department of Health and Human Services’ FDARFI5302025 Sentinel 3.0 initiative is transforming healthcare data and drug safety. This $11.5M project drives smarter, safer health decisions through advanced analytics and innovation. Listen to the podcast for insights on healthcare technology, data modernization, and the future of publi…

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The Movement That Wants Us to Care About AI Model Welfare 50:20

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You hear a lot about AI safety, and this idea that sufficiently advanced AI could pose some kind of threat to humans. So people are always talking about and researching "alignment" to ensure that new AI models comport with human needs and values. But what about humans' collective treatment of AI? A small but growing number of researchers talk about…

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Virginia Lottery Board approves license for Norfolk's temporary casino

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The temporary tent casino will be located in front of the construction site and will open by November 15. The casino’s permanent location is still scheduled to open late 2027.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Long-uncertain boundary line between Suffolk and Chesapeake is one step closer to being formalized.

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After Chesapeake City Council on Tuesday approved its end of the agreement, Suffolk will have to do the same for the process to move forward.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Atlantic menhaden board cuts amount harvesters can catch next season 0:57

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The catch limit for the East Coast will be cut by 20%, which is less than environmental and recreational fishing advocates had hoped.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Announcing Sam Toles' New Social Media Course for Elected Officials | Ep. 130 57:39

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Are your elected officials overreacting to negative comments and criticism on social media? Tired of watching them get spun up by a handful of keyboard warriors living in their mother's basement? Then you need to enroll your elected officials in Sam Toles' new social media training course for elected officials. He is the social media master and a f…

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Virginia's new medical cannabis tracking system finds a multi-million dollar industry in Hampton Roads

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Officials say they’ve been surprised by some of the data, including how much cannabis is being sold and what's selling the most.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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James City County to vote on data center policy in November

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The policy would set standards the Board of Supervisors would use to review data center permit applications.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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More homes collapse in Buxton due to beach erosion 0:32

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Four more houses falling along the seashore Tuesday, bringing the total so far this year to 15.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Artist threading Filipino culture and local history into a mural near ODU 0:50

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Venazir Martinez has created festive murals around the world, each reflecting their surrounding communities. She will discuss her work Thursday, Oct. 30 at ODU.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Planting the seeds of agriculture’s value amid the Virginia Beach harvest

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Children admire a combine near their home in the rural city, resulting in a memorable ride around a soybean field. It’s about teaching how food “gets on the plate,” the farmer says.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Amtrak service to Newport News, Richmond canceled after train derailment

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A train carrying 53 coal cars derailed into wetlands in rural New Kent County on Saturday.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Carrier USS Ford joins massive build-up in the Caribbean 0:50

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The USS Ford is headed to the Caribbean. It’s part of a historic build up of US forces in the region that is driven by ships based in Norfolk. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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VIMS to help lead new 'research roadmap' for how to limit menhaden harvest in the Chesapeake Bay — based on science 1:02

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The William & Mary institute is part of a team led by a national research collaboration funded by industry partners, including menhaden harvester Omega Protein.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Old Dominion University expands nursing program to meet Hampton Roads’ growing demand 0:59

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As the health care system at large struggles with staffing shortages, ODU is adding a spring admission cycle to its nursing program.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Chesapeake’s rabies vaccine clinic draws hundreds of pet owners 1:07

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The Chesapeake Health Department’s twice-a-year rabies vaccination clinic is back — and busy as ever.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Why It's Still So Expensive to Build Homes in America 46:11

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Everyone has an opinion on why housing is so expensive in America -- and to be fair, there are probably a lot of reasons for it. But one simple factor is that homes are expensive to build. Unlike many other physical objects, they haven't gotten cheaper over time. So why is this? And why haven't we found a way to bring down the cost curve by buildin…

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Live from CSI 2025 — Building Connections, Sharing RFI Horror Stories, and a Surprise Musical Performance 32:52

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Recorded live at CSI 2025 in Cleveland, this episode of What the RFI brings together Dean Moilanen (Noble Company) and Holly Gotfredson (Finishing Dynamics & American Metalcraft) for a conversation that hits every note, literally. Host Matt Brennan dives into the state of the construction industry, optimism returning to projects post-pandemic, and …

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The Hidden Supply Chain Making Every Menu Feel Familiar 40:21

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If you go out to eat at a restaurant, whether it's a fast food chain or a Michelin-starred bistro, there's a good chance the ingredients on your plate came from the same source. Sysco is the dominant foodservice distributor in the US, using its massive logistics network to quietly supply the food that goes into meals in thousands of restaurants acr…

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Federal court suit about voting in Virginia Beach continues as voters weigh in on referendum

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Plaintiffs support a 10-district system used twice in Virginia Beach following the original suit. The city, awaiting the referendum result, has asked to dismiss the case.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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New York AG says the justice system is being used as “revenge” at Norfolk court appearance

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New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to federal charges in a mortgage fraud case Friday morning related to a property she purchased in 2020 in Norfolk’s Fairmount Park neighborhood.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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York County expects to have new curbside recycling provider in 2026

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Yorktown-based Republic Services will begin collecting residents' recycling in January.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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James River faces serious challenges from development, climate change, report says 0:50

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American shad have all but disappeared from the river, and other species have declined since the last State of the James in 2023.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Daniel Yergin on What Happened to the Energy Transition 44:26

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A few years ago, governments and corporations were brimming with optimism about the prospect of getting to net-zero in the efforts against climate change. Today, you hear a lot less about that. And while there's renewables getting added to the mix all the time, one energy source that's really booming is natural gas. And coal is booming too. So what…

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Attorney fees for eviction cases are skyrocketing in Virginia, says new study

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Advocates say inflated attorney fees burden tenants already struggling to make rent.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia Beach adopts legislative wish list, rural protection move may follow

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The city is rewriting language for a possible charter change to ensure it doesn’t effect its longstanding Agricultural Reserve ProgramBy 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia lifts recreational catch limit for big blue catfish 0:53

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The change applies to the York and Rappahannock rivers and the southern part of the James.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Why The World Started Hedging Its US Dollar Exposure 46:01

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Some economists expected that the dollar would strengthen when the tariffs were imposed. Instead, the opposite happened. The dollar fell sharply and it's been a poor performer all year. Concurrently, it's been a great year for a lot of dollar-denominated assets, like stocks. Even US Treasuries have rallied this year. So what's going on? On this epi…

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As shutdown drags on, food stamp delays could leave thousands of Virginians in hunger 1:04

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Now in its fourth week, the government shutdown has become the second-longest in modern history, putting programs like SNAP at risk.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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The Autumn Economy: Fall gives farms in Hampton Roads a huge boost

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Corn mazes, pumpkin patches, haunts and hayrides account for a sizable chunk of farms’ annual revenue — if weather permits.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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SPSA nearing deal to transform trash in Hampton Roads 0:50

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Board members will vote on the contract with Commonwealth Sortation in early November.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Cheesesteak icon Geno's Steaks to open location in Hampton

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Opening dates and operating hours have not been announced, but plans for the new spot include a full bar, arcade games and a waterfront patio.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Olli Rehn on the Big Competitiveness Challenge Facing Europe 41:33

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The 2010s saw economic weakness across Europe's periphery. Countries like Greece, Spain, Italy, and so forth were the sites of so much stress. In the 2020s, however, it's reversed. The periphery is holding up well, but the industrial core is facing stress. Germany, in particular, the old powerhouse of the continent, has been slammed by the surge in…

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BEWARE: Bait & Switch in Valley Center, KS City Administrator Recruitment | Ep. 129 40:24

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In this episode, I call out what I believe to be unethical and deceitful practices by the the city of Valley Center, Kansas in their current search for a new city administrator. The have posted on LinkedIn that the salary range for their next administrator is $115,000 to $200,000. However, their original job postings that are still visible on vario…

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Hampton Roads area transit leaders are looking into ways to improve reliability and convenience of public transportation

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Public transit in Hampton Roads is still recovering from the pandemic. Its future hinges on funding and regional collaboration, transit leaders say.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Military Family group says some troops not paid properly 0:42

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Some troops now report they were underpaid after the Pentagon scrambled to pay the military last week amid the ongoing government shutdown. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Here's how Hampton Roads could cut climate pollution by up to 90% 0:51

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The Hampton Roads Planning District Commission is finalizing a Climate Action Plan.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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As Virginians age, experts say many are caught off guard when Medicare doesn’t cover long-term care 1:01

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Virginia’s population is getting older — fast. By 2030, more than 2.2 million residents, or a quarter of the state, will be over the age of 60.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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