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Civic

San Francisco Public Press & KSFP, Mel Baker

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Civic is the flagship audio program from the San Francisco Public Press, a nonprofit news institution, covering important local issues and the unique experiences of living and working in San Francisco. The radio program airs Tuesdays and Thursdays on KSFP -LP 102.5 FM in San Francisco.
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Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let ”the screamers” drown out the rest of us and would love some engagin ...
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Plain Civics

Bobbi Fisher and Joe Ulery

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Hosted by Bobbi Fisher + Joe Ulery. A nonpolitical, educational podcast in which we highlight how our government works - so, you understand how to make the government work for you. From the Electoral College, to navigating Election Day, or how an idea becomes law, we simplify the mechanics of our government. Our goal is to empower you with knowledge and confidence to participate in the Great Experiment - the concept of the United States of America as a nation founded on the principles of dem ...
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Civics for Life

Civics for Life

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This is the official podcast of Civics for Life. Civics for Life is an initiative of the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute for American Democracy. Civics for Life is an online resource center for multigenerational civics education, civil discourse and civic engagement.
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Rebel Justice

Rebel Justice - The View Magazine

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What is justice? Who does it serve? Why should you care? When we think about justice, we think about it as an abstract, something that happens to someone else, somewhere else. But justice and the law regulate every aspect of our interactions with each other, with organisations, and with the government. We never think about it until it impacts our lives, or that of someone close. Our guests are women with lived experience of the justice system whether as victims or women who have committed cr ...
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What's Important Now has been airing since 2003. Hosted by Tom Sears, the program takes a look at current events and applies biblical understanding to them. This program focuses heavily on America's Christian Heritage and the fight to ensure it's survival. 🙏 Support the Show: Join the What’s Important Now Supporters Club for just $5/month. Exclusive content, behind-the-scenes updates, and more! 🔗 Connect with Me: Facebook: facebook.com/WINRadioShow Instagram: instagram.com/anchorpointmediane ...
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Accelerating AI Ethics

Accelerator Fellowship Programme, University of Oxford

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AI is transforming our world. But there are many ethical considerations from how AI is changing our ways of working to potentially deepening social inequalities. Instead of creating new opportunities. That's why we're here, to spark urgent conversations about the most pressing ethical issues in AI. The Accelerator Fellowship Programme at the Institute for Ethics in AI, University of Oxford brings together experts from civil society, industry, government and academia to address these ethical ...
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Back to Business: Calgary

Calgary Petroleum Club

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Rooted in the city of Calgary's intendent spirited history, the Club is a dynamic place to dine, meet and to connect for business and personal engagements. Podcasting directly from the Club to share insight and inspiration from Calgary's business leaders. Focusing on the varied industry leaders that make Calgary one of the BEST cities in North America to live and work in. In the vibrant city of Calgary, Alberta, Home to the Largest Outdoor Rodeo Show on Earth, The Calgary Stampede, and a cit ...
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The Head and the Heart Podcast is a series of conversations exploring current affairs, ideas, and themes that shape civic and cultural life. We aim to elevate public dialogue by giving important topics a forum where the time and space exists to investigate them fully. And then asking ourselves why we believe what we believe about a subject. Are our opinions thoughtfully held, or have we been successfully marketed to? In essence, are we motivated by the head or by our hearts? The Head and the ...
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How did the United States Constitution become the supreme law of the land? Who wrote it? What issues did they face? Why is the Constitution important to us today? The Constitution is under attack at the same time few Americans can answer simple questions about what it says and what it means. Becoming America: The Constitutional Convention of 1787 addresses these important issues in a unique blend of interviews with nationally acclaimed scholars and experts and lively, upbeat songs from the n ...
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Side by Side

University of Minnesota Extension

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Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines “side by side” as the state “of existing beside one another” and “of being in the same place, time, or circumstance." What does it mean for rural and urban communities to live side by side? Join University of Minnesota Extension staff as we explore the interdependent relationship of rural and urban spaces and why this necessary and complex relationship matters.
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Des voleurs ont dérobé huit joyaux de la couronne française au Musée du Louvre en sept minutes, déclenchant une chasse à l’homme nationale. Traduction : Thieves have stolen eight French crown jewels from the Louvre Museum in just seven minutes, sparking a nationwide manhunt. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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Bon, il y a un jeune français qui s'est fait arrêter à Saint-Domingue. Well, there's a young Frenchman who was arrested in Santo Domingo. Et la raison, c'est qu'il a essayé de passer une grosse quantité de cocaïne dans son corps. And the reason is that he tried to smuggle a large quantity of cocaine in his body. On parle d'un jeune de 19 ans, il av…
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L'ancien président français Nicolas Sarkozy, il est détenu à la prison de la Santé à Paris. The former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, he is detained at the La Santé prison in Paris. Et ce qui est frappant, c'est qu'il y a des mesures de sécurité vraiment inédites autour de lui. And what's striking is that there are truly unprecedented security m…
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Where baseball, family, and democracy meet — Mike Madrid reminds us what’s worth fighting for in America. If you didn't catch our most recent conversation with friend of the pod, Mike Madrid, well... where were ya? We recorded this one right around July 4th and it's still on point! What'd ya expect with the brilliant Mike Madrid?!?! So join us in w…
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Send us a message Join hosts Bobbi Fisher and Joe Ulery as they discuss the “freedom of expression” portion of the First Amendment. The First Amendment actually provides us with 5 freedoms, including freedom of religion, which we will examine in episode 23, and freedoms of speech, press, assembly, and petition. There is a reason the Framers include…
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Un important procès contre cinq grands constructeurs automobiles, accusés de tricher lors des tests d’émissions, doit s’ouvrir lundi devant la Haute Cour. Traduction: A major lawsuit against five leading carmakers accused of cheating on emissions tests is set to begin at the High Court on Monday. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour pl…
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Send us a text In this week's episode, we talk to Dr Sarah Benn, a GP who moved from decades of practice to non‑violent climate action. How did Dr Sarah go from sitting outside an oil terminal with a small placard, to ending up behind bars? Dr Sarah explains why civil resistance, done non‑violently, can be a legitimate public health intervention wh…
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Il y a eu une « hausse inacceptable de l’antisémitisme » dans les universités, et de nombreux étudiants juifs ne se sentent actuellement pas en sécurité. Traduction: There had been an "unacceptable increase in antisemitism" at universities and many Jewish students currently do not feel safe. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'…
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Robert Badinter est entré au Panthéon. C'est un hommage national à l’ancien garde des Sceaux pour ses combats en faveur des droits. Traduction: Robert Badinter has entered the Panthéon. Is it a national tribute to the former justice minister for his lifelong rights advocacy. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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“The North Star is the truth. Tell it. And if you can’t, explain why.” — Col. David Lapan (Ret.) We had the distinct honor of sitting down with Colonel David Lapan, retired Marine and former spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, Secretaries of Defense, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In a wide-ranging, timely conversa…
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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! A member of the global Sandler network, Hamish supports private organizations in Southern Alberta in creating and maintaining scalable, repeatable, and consistent sales engines. He helps build en…
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Après près de quatre mois de détention, le jeune cycliste franco-allemand Lennart Monterlos est finalement acquitté et relâché par l’Iran. Traduction: After nearly four months in detention, Franco-German cyclist Lennart Monterlos was acquitted and released by Iran. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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In this episode of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears begins a bold new series exploring one of the most urgent questions of our time: Is America at a crossroads? With faith as his foundation and truth as his compass, Tom takes a deep and honest look at the spiritual, moral, and cultural condition of our nation. From the erosion of biblical values to …
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Face à des tensions sécuritaires à Madagascar, Air France suspend temporairement ses liaisons entre Paris et Antananarivo jusqu’à nouvel ordre. Traduction: In light of security tensions in Madagascar, Air France temporarily halts its Paris–Antananarivo flights until further notice. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informatio…
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Alors, voici l'essentiel sur l'état critique des récifs coralliens. So, here is the essential information about the critical state of coral reefs. De quoi on parle ? What are we talking about? D'une grosse étude internationale menée par 160 chercheurs. About a major international study led by 160 researchers. Et leur message est clair : attention, …
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Stuart Schuffman, aka Broke-Ass Stuart, started with a homemade zine, listing cheap eats, drinks and events. Along the way he became a TV travel host, publisher and mayoral candidate. He became an influencer offline before social media made influencer viable a career choice.By Cami Dominguez, Mel Baker
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Surviving Triangulation in a Polarized World It's time to reckon with one of the toughest questions in our current public discourse: “How can you think that?” Through stories from his personal and professional life, host Corey Nathan unpacks the emotionally draining phenomenon of triangulation—when we’re caught in the middle of opposing viewpoints—…
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OpenAI, vous savez, la boîte derrière ChatGPT. OpenAI, you know, the company behind ChatGPT. Eh bien, ils annoncent un changement assez important. Well, they are announcing a quite significant change. En gros, ils vont bientôt permettre des discussions, disons, plus chaudes, euh, érotiques, quoi. Basically, they will soon allow discussions, let's s…
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Un rapport révèle des irrégularités dans l’attribution des logements sociaux dans plusieurs grandes métropoles, ce qui a déclenché une colère citoyenne. Traduction : A report uncovers irregularities in public housing allocation across major cities, sparking widespread public anger. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informatio…
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Send us a text In part two of our series with The Vavengers, Rebel Justice is joined by Sir Max Hill KC, former Director of Public Prosecutions for England and Wales, alongside The Vavengers’ CEO, Sema Gornall and activist Mam Lisa Camara Together, they unpack the legal, political, and global dimensions of the fight to end female genital mutilation…
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À Paris et Strasbourg, des milliers de personnes manifestent pour exprimer leur espoir de voir les otages libérés au Moyen-Orient. Traduction : In Paris and Strasbourg, thousands demonstrate to voice hope for the release of hostages in the Middle East. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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🎧 Side by Side Listeners! We’d love your feedback! Please take five minutes to share your thoughts about the podcast. Extension relies on participant feedback to understand the impact of our programs—including this podcast—and to share their value with the public and private partners who make them possible. If you enjoy Side by Side, your feedback …
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Le 5 octobre, Macron a formé une nouvelle équipe dirigée par Lecornu, mais sans majorité claire, ouvrant une ère d’incertitude politique. Traduction : On October 5, Macron appoints a new government under Lecornu, yet lacking a clear majority, ushering in political uncertainty. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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"If we lived in the poorest, most dangerous neighborhoods, we’d understand better how to love and serve." — Dr. Kurt Ver Beek It was great to sit down with Dr. Kurt Ver Beek, co-founder of the Association for a More Just Society (ASJ), who has lived and worked in Honduras for nearly four decades. From battling systemic corruption to reducing the ho…
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Le projet franco-allemand d’avion de combat (SCAF) vacille sous les tensions politiques et industrielles, ce qui menace sa viabilité à l’horizon 2040. Traduction : The Franco-German Future Combat Air System project falters amid political and industrial tensions, jeopardizing its viability by 2040. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour p…
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La tempête Amy a provoqué des vents violents, des coupures d’électricité et deux décès en France, ainsi que des perturbations majeures. Traduction : Storm Amy unleashed severe winds, power outages and two deaths in France, along with major disruptions across Europe. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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Alors, un petit point sur George Clooney et sa nouvelle vie en France. So, a little update on George Clooney and his new life in France. Dans une interview récente pour Esquire, l'acteur, hein, 64 ans maintenant, eh bien il explique pourquoi avec sa femme Amal et leurs jumeaux, ils ont quitté LA pour une ferme en France. In a recent interview for E…
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Bon, alors petit retour rapide sur Jimmy Kimmel, vous savez, après sa suspension controversée et son retour à la télé. Well, a quick update on Jimmy Kimmel, you know, after his controversial suspension and his return to TV. En gros, l'animateur avait été suspendu, hein, suite à des tensions avec l'administration Trump et des commentaires sur Charli…
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A candid reflection on staying grounded while engaging in contentious conversations—and when to take a step back. ✨ Episode Summary In this heartfelt solo talk, host Corey Nathan goes back to the fundamentals of Talkin’ Politics & Religion Without Killin’ Each Other. Reflecting on recent emotionally charged interactions—some painfully personal—Core…
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Send us a message Join hosts Bobbi Fisher and Joe Ulery as they unwrap how polarization and civil discourse are related, tell about how we, as a nation, have been here before, and how we overcame those difficult episodes of civil discourse. What is different this time around and how we can still overcome the tough period of polarization and uncivil…
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Send us a text In this powerful first episode of a two-part series, Rebel Justice speaks with Sema Gornall, CEO of The Vavengers, and Mam Lisa Camara, a Gambian women’s rights activist and survivor of female genital mutilation (FGM). The Vavengers are a survivor-led organisation using advocacy, art, and community mobilisation to end FGM and gender-…
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Un militant pour la démocratie ayant fui Hong Kong a déclaré s’être vu refuser l’entrée à Singapour, bien qu’un visa lui ait été accordé. Traduction: A pro-democracy campaigner who fled Hong Kong said he was denied entry to Singapore even though he had been granted a visa. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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Depuis 2017, un rapport alerte sur les libertés civiles en recul, les dissolutions d’associations et le contrôle renforcé de l’État. Traduction: Since 2017, a report warns that civil liberties have eroded, associations dissolved, and state control reinforced. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…
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Imaginez un peu : transformer de simples cellules de peau en ovule. Imagine that: transforming simple skin cells into egg cells. Ouais. Yeah. Et qu'ils puissent être fécondés. And that they can be fertilized. C'est la prouesse que des chercheurs expliquent dans Nature Communications. This is the feat that researchers explain in Nature Communication…
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Un biologiste marin connu, Mauricio Hoyos, s'est fait blesser par un requin. A well-known marine biologist, Mauricio Hoyos, was injured by a shark. Ça s'est passé pendant une mission scientifique super importante près de l'Île Cocos, un spot incroyable pour la vie marine. It happened during a super important scientific mission near Cocos Island, an…
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A raw look at which relationships and conversations are worth our time—and when to just say f* it. ✨ Episode Summary In this candid, off-the-cuff talk, Corey wrestles with a series of deeply personal and philosophical questions that lie at the heart of this progam’s mission: 👉 Which conversations are worth pursuing? 👉 Which relationships are worth …
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When federal science budgets are gutted, the fallout reaches far beyond labs. From Alzheimer’s trials at the University of California San Francisco to cancer studies at the Veterans Administration, critical research is stalling, science students are losing opportunities to train and launch careers, and veterans are left without lifesaving care. Hea…
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Le 21 septembre, une éclipse solaire partielle sera visible depuis certaines régions de l’hémisphère Sud — spectacle naturel à ne pas rater. Traduction: On September 21, a partial solar eclipse will be visible from parts of the Southern Hemisphere — a natural spectacle not to be missed. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'infor…
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Send us a text A delivery driver calls 999 after witnessing an assault, yet the woman with bruises becomes the suspect. That reversal sets the tone for a story that forces us to confront how easily credibility flips when a vulnerable person meets a tired system. We walk through Tanya’s account of years of coercive control, forced isolation, surveil…
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À Tokyo, lors des Championnats du monde d’athlétisme, la France a récolté une médaille d’or et une de bronze, confirmant sa place parmi les nations performantes. Traduction: In Tokyo, at the World Athletics Championships, France secures one gold and one bronze, confirming its place among top competing nations. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/p…
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Du 19 au 21 septembre, plus de 17 000 monuments ouvrent leurs portes à l’occasion des Journées européennes du patrimoine, mettant à l’honneur architecture et mémoire collective. Traduction: From September 19 to 21, over 17,000 heritage sites open for European Heritage Days, celebrating architecture and collective memory. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez …
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Why defending viewpoint diversity might be the most radical—and necessary—act in higher education today. 🎧 Episode Summary What a treat to welcome two leading voices in the fight for viewpoint diversity and constructive civic dialogue: Jonathan Rauch, senior fellow at Brookings and author of The Constitution of Knowledge, and Liz Joyner, founder of…
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Le gouvernement français propose de limiter à 50 % la valeur des composants britanniques dans le fonds européen de défense “Safe”, suscitant de vives réactions. Traduction: The French government proposes capping UK-made components at 50% in the EU “Safe” defence fund, sparking strong reactions. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus…
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Des grèves importantes ont bloqué transports, écoles et hôpitaux en France le 18 septembre, pour protester contre les coupes budgétaires et la hausse du coût de la vie. Traduction: Massive strikes paralyzed transport, schools and hospitals in France on September 18, protesting budget cuts and rising living costs. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.co…
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