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Hostile Work Environment Podcasts
This podcast delivers expert insights into employment law, workplace rights, and legal considerations for both federal and private sector employees. Each episode provides valuable information to help workers understand and protect their rights in an ever-changing employment landscape.
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Please contact us at www.employeelawnewyork.com if you are suffering from workplace harassment, retaliation, hostile work environment, gender discrimination, sexual harassment, age discrimination, disability discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, FMLA retaliation, loss of pay, and/or labor law violations. Problems at work are no problem for us. The Law Office of David H. Rosenberg P.C. are top New York sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and #me too lawyers dedicated to provid ...
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In migrant justice work there are No Small Victories (Kamila Shamsie). Lucy Nabijou from Haringey Welcome talks to guests surviving and resisting the UK’s Hostile Environment immigration policy and explores what a kinder and more hopeful society could look like.
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Workplace Justice is a podcast discussing workplace issues. We cover topics and examples of various matters in employment law including pregnancy discrimination, how courts define a hostile work environment, whistleblowing, and everything in between. Workplace Justice is brought to you by the New York City employment and civil rights law firm Nisar Law Group. To talk to an employment lawyer at Nisar Law Group, visit http://www.nisarlaw.com or call 212-600-9534 for a free case evaluation.
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The life of a cook is intense. On any given day someone can, and will, explode from the constant pressure. So why do people want to be a chef? The pay sucks, you work in a hostile environment, and the pressure to deliver is beyond measurable. Because it is in our blood. We are drawn to it and for some sick reason, we feed on it. Sometimes though, when it finally consumes us. We lose. These are the stories of the people that keep kitchens running. Their struggles and their victories.
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KZMU News features grassroots, independent journalism broadcast from the heart of Moab, Utah. A daily newscast with reliable coverage, local voices, and reporting that empowers community.
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Many schools are filled with high levels of anxiety and trauma - due to increases in school violence, students' lack of respect for others and classroom interruptions during instruction. Teachers face unprecedented challenges in the classroom: students’ mental health struggles, students’ learning loss from remote learning caused by Covid-19, and so much more. Teachers also face real-life personal issues just like everyone else and these burdens don’t disappear when they go to work. At school ...
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Affirmation Station Show is a fun and uplifting show where we learn how to maintain our mind, body, and spirit. Each day Coach Charenté Carr goes over 4 exercises that include Words of Affirmation, Conscious Breathing, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping), and Venting Gratitude.
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The podcast host Micheal C. Bouchard is a published author of true crime and mystery novels. He discusses unexplained disappearances and unsolved murders. The host's shock-jock style and dysfunctional attitude confronts and challenges facts concerning misinformation and bad media while finding links to unsolved murders and disappearances. We think of monsters as hairy ghoulish figures with long fingernails and sharp teeth lurking in the darkness, however, the most dangerous monsters of all w ...
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Regional Roundup: These dogs can sniff out invasive weeds
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News Reel: What's happening at Arches during the government shutdown?
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11:55This week on the News Reel, we hear from Times-Independent reporter Lizzie Ramirez about the effects of the government shutdown on Arches National Park, the latest update in a discrimination complaint filed against two county commissioners and the county attorney, and the new workforce housing complex under construction on Highway 191. • County cat…
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More accusations added to discrimination complaint against Grand County
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9:56This week on the News Reel, we speak to Lizzie Ramirez, reporter at the Times-Independent, about two women who have added accusations to a recent discrimination complaint filed against Grand County commissioners and the county attorney. We also discuss the county’s decision to spend $129,000 on this year’s tree lighting ceremony. And we finish with…
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Regional Roundup: University students assess Utah's new open carry laws after Kirk assassination
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29:00This week on Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio, we'll hear a conversation with student reporters from the University of Utah about the state’s new law allowing open carry on campuses. We also hear a discussion on efforts to roll back the Public Lands Rule. Plus, a report from the Buffalo Field Campaign tells about a decades-long …
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News Reel: Ten women file discrimination complaint against Grand County
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12:45This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about a recent discrimination complaint filed by 10 women against Grand County. We also discuss the official resignation of the Grand County School District superintendent, Mike McFalls. And we finish with an update on a years-long missing person case in…
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Candidates running in Moab's municipal election debate local issues
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1:32:14Last night, the five candidates running in the Moab municipal elections participated in a debate hosted by the League of Women Voters of Southeast Utah. Two mayoral candidates — Joette Langianese and Curtis Wells — and three candidates for Moab City Council — Miles Loftin, Howard Trenholme, and Jason Taylor — answered questions about housing, healt…
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Regional Roundup: US Forest Service seeks public comment on overturning Roadless Rule
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29:00This week on Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio, we hear a report on efforts to roll back the federal Roadless Rule, which currently prohibits road construction and timber harvesting in undeveloped land within the U.S. National Forest System. We also hear stories about a quinceañera in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, a new app designed to …
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News Reel: Grand County investigates hostile work environment after several resignations
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16:21This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about a new investigation into workplace harassment among Grand County employees and how that ties in to the recent removal of the interim planning and zoning administrator. We also give a quick update about measles cases in Moab and across the state.- S…
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Prayercast: Guided By Grace: A Teacher's Prayer For Empowerment And Change In The Classroom
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14:01For today’s Prayercast, we pray for better classroom dynamics, guided by God’s grace, love, and compassion. We join our voices to ask for the Holy Spirit’s assistance in responding to students’ needs and situations involving their unruly behaviors. May God bless educators, administrators, testing coordinators, and school staff members so they will …
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News Reel: Old La Sal residents recount damages after Deer Creek Fire
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11:38This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about some of the residents who lost their homes in Old La Sal during the Deer Creek Fire. We also discuss a free service to develop and support local businesses.- Show Notes -• Old La Sal residents recount losses, find resilience in the ashes of the Dee…
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Prayercast: Embracing God’s Wisdom: A Transformative Prayer For Renewal, Faith, And Bold Living
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18:32In today’s Prayercast, we embrace God’s wisdom to unlock a renewed life, a deeper faith, and a bolder mindset. Let us join our hearts and minds to request god’s blessed provisions to elevate ourselves as educators and teachers responsible for shaping future generations. We turn ourselves to the Lord’s grace embedded in the Good News, affirming love…
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Regional Roundup: The National Park Service turns 109 as massive budget cuts destabilize the agency
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29:00This week’s Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio includes a story about the National Park Service celebrating its 109th anniversary as budget cuts destabilize the agency. We also hear from Boulder, Colorado, where residents are working to establish a new sister city relationship with a community in Ukraine. Plus, a story about effor…
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News Reel: Grand County School District Superintendent put on administrative leave just as school year begins
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13:03This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about Utah’s role in an upcoming Colorado River agreement between upper and lower basin states. We also discuss the Grand County School District Superintendent Mike McFalls, who was put on administrative leave recently. Plus, a story about the county’s v…
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Prayercast: Embracing God's Love: A Heartfelt Prayer For Unity, Wisdom, And Protection In Our Communities
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18:43During this Prayercast, believers humbly and gratefully seek God's intervention, acknowledging His perfect love which fosters acceptance and dispels fear. They desire to share this love, promoting unity and compassion. The prayer requests wisdom and understanding of God's will, emphasizing forgiveness and unity over division. It extends to the vuln…
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Prayercast: Faithful Leadership: A Prayer For Guidance And Integrity In Governance
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16:55Today’s prayercast lifts up to God our intention of faithful leadership. We pray for integrity, humility, and commitment for our political leaders, especially in a time of transitions. We ask the Lord that they may act selflessly, resist greed, and uphold moral values. We also bow our heads to the almighty God as we reflect on Romans 13:1 and hope …
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Prayercast: From Despair To Hope: Embracing God’s Guidance In The Heart Of Education
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15:17Today’s prayercast focuses on embracing God’s guidance in the heart of education. We ask for patience, trust, and divine perspective in navigating the difficulties of the second half of the school year. We also reflect on Psalm 40 and turn to God’s wise and all-knowing eye for educators to escape despair and finally discover hope.…
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Regional Roundup: How are national parks faring after drastic budget cuts?
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29:00This week’s Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio includes a story about a Colorado teacher who spent her summer running a farmers market stand and brought her students along for the experience. We also hear conversations about wildfire smoke and its effects on public health, the impacts of budget cuts on the country’s national parks…
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News Reel: How are new tariffs affecting the Moab economy?
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8:15Today on the News Reel, we speak to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Times-Independent, about the toll that new tariffs are putting on local restaurants. We also discuss Grand County’s new tourism advertising strategy. And we finish up with a story about discrepancies in income from two kinds of taxes that target tourists in the city and the county. - S…
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Post-fire crew assesses flood risk at the Deer Creek burn scar
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9:56A burn area emergency response team recently finished their assessment of the Deer Creek Fire, which reached full containment on August 11 after burning more than 17,000 acres in the La Sal Mountains. The team evaluated the burn scar's flood risk, which they say is less severe than the aftermath of the Pack Creek Fire, which contributed to two majo…
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Regional Roundup: These weed-eating goats help manage fire fuels
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear a story about a herd of goats that are managing fire fuels in Colorado by grazing weeds. We also hear about the history of Lincoln Hills, a once-thriving resort for African Americans just outside of Denver. Plus, we share an excerpt from our recent regional call-in show on public lands, and we hear a conve…
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News Reel: Grand County considers sales tax hike to fund healthcare and public safety infrastructure
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9:18Today on the News Reel, we speak to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Times-Independent, about possible sales tax increases in Grand County to cover the costs of local health services and a new public safety building. We also discuss the effects of funding cuts for a Moab program that helps immigrants become citizens. And we finish up with a story about …
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Federal Layoffs and Employee Rights in Today's Climate
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18:23Episode Summary: A comprehensive discussion on the unique characteristics of federal employment, focusing on workforce stability, reduction in force (RIF) procedures, and employee rights. The episode covers critical differences between federal and private sector employment, legal protections during layoffs, union representation challenges, and the …
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Regional Roundup: Kids in rural Colorado show off horseback riding skills at annual gymkhana
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about a commemoration of the 140th anniversary of the massacre of Chinese workers in Rock Springs, Wyoming. We also hear about a rural Colorado gymkhana event, where riders of all ages show off their horseback riding skills. Plus, stories about woodland birdsongs near Boulder, a bustling farmer's market in…
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News Reel: How will Medicaid cuts affect local hospital services?
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8:32Today on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times Independent, about federal cuts to Medicaid and how these could affect services at Moab Regional Hospital. Plus, we talk about the recent filming of “Godzilla x Kong: Supernova,” which brought in an estimated $3.9 million for the local economy in 10 days of filming. - Sh…
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Addressing Sexual Harassment and Hostile Work Environments
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17:49EPISODE SUMMARY: A comprehensive discussion on workplace sexual harassment, covering both quid pro quo situations and hostile work environments. Parisis Filippatos breaks down legal definitions, employee rights, reporting procedures, and the impact of the #MeToo movement on workplace dynamics. KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Definition of sexual harassment…
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Regional Roundup: How is Moab monitoring extreme heat?
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about efforts to map extreme heat in Moab, Utah. We also have a story about the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies and the work the organization is doing to protect bird species across the region. Plus, we visit the Montrose County Fair to meet 4H students as they showcase their animals. And we finish off wit…
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News Reel: City hires lobbyist to help secure federal funding
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9:43Today on the News Reel, we speak to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Moab Times-Independent, about the city’s decision to hire a lobbyist to help secure federal funding for flood mitigation and other infrastructure projects, as well as the city’s plan to replace solar panels on city hall before the end of the year. We start off the conversation with a s…
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LGBTQIA+ Rights and Legal Progress in the Workplace
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19:58📝 Episode Summary: A comprehensive discussion on LGBT workplace rights, federal and state-level protections, and the evolution of legal frameworks protecting LGBT employees in the United States. The episode explores the landmark Bostock decision, current challenges, and practical advice for employers and employees. ⏱ Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Federal…
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News Reel: Parts of downtown Moab will be closed for film production
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10:32This week on the News Reel, we talk to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times Independent, about recent downtrends in tourism, and what the county and city are doing to adjust their budgets in response. We also discuss upcoming filming that will close down Main Street in Moab next week. - Show Notes - • Falling Grand County tax revenue forces n…
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Navigating Workplace Discrimination and At-Will Employment
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18:39Episode Summary: A comprehensive discussion on employee rights, workplace discrimination, and legal protections in the United States. Parisis Filippatos provides expert insights on employment-at-will doctrine, anti-discrimination statutes, and practical steps for employees facing workplace discrimination. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Employment-at-will …
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On Monday, San Juan County Sheriff Lehi Lacy announced that an investigation by his department and the Utah Fire Authority identified a suspect responsible for the Deer Creek Fire. No additional information about the suspect has been released. The fire is more than 50 percent contained, and as of Tuesday morning, over 17,000 acres have burned, incl…
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Regional Roundup: How is social media affecting your favorite local trail?
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we revisit the award-winning series called “Loved to Death,” which explores the complex relationship between tourism and the environment. The series looks at the impact of social media influencers on local trails, a timed-entry system at Rocky Mountain National Park aimed at controlling crowds, and a historic rail…
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Regional Roundup: Extreme heat in rural communities
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29:00In this week’s Regional Roundup, we hear about the different ways people are staying cool this summer, and how extreme heat is taking a significant toll on rural communities. We also hear an audio postcard from Green River, Utah, about the tradition of melon growing, and a story about solar panels that could make farms more resilient. We finish up …
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News Reel: Moab city extends utility subsidy program
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9:47This week on the News Reel, we talk to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Times-Independent, about a financial program to subsidize utilities for city residents. We also discuss where and when residents can use fireworks this Fourth of July. And we finish with a quick update about a major water rights agreement for the Colorado River that is set to expire…
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Regional Roundup: A conservative perspective on conservation
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3:47This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about a new podcast that explores the ripple effect of gun violence after the King Soopers shooting in Boulder, Colorado. We also hear from a right-leaning environmental group that says conservation is a conservative value. And we finish up with two stories about insects in our region — the challenges faci…
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News Reel: Moab luxury housing project becomes first Utah development approved for limited self-governance
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10:43This week on the News Reel, we talk to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about a protest at the Velvet-Wood mine in San Juan County that took place on Saturday. The uranium mine is the first project in the country approved under a new federal process that drastically reduces the environmental review period. We also discuss the…
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Regional Roundup: Communities across the West participate in No Kings protests
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we'll hear about No Kings protests across the region, including a look at the fatal shooting of a bystander at the Salt Lake City rally. Also in the episode, we'll hear about Republican efforts to sell off public land, the impact of Medicaid cuts, and proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act.…
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News Reel: What's new with the Moab City budget for the next fiscal year?
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8:17Today on the weekly News Reel, we talk to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Times-Independent, about changes to the city’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year. We also discuss the No Kings rally, which took place in Moab and in other cities nationwide, on Saturday. - Show Notes - • Council approves FY 2025-2026 budget http://moabtimes.com/articles/counci…
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Sen. Mike Lee proposes mandatory sell-off of public lands
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7:24Utah Republican Sen. Mike Lee is proposing a bill to sell off hundreds of millions of acres of public lands across the West, including 18 million acres in Utah. On Monday, an updated version of the bill was leaked, revealing changes that would mandate the sale of up to 3.3 million acres of Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service Land in t…
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Regional Roundup: Senior athletes, summer bikepacking, and Pride month celebrations
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we'll hear stories about a 90-year-old javelin thrower who stole the show at the Colorado Senior Games, a grueling 350-mile bikepacking route through the Rockies, and a queer brass band from Salt Lake City that's celebrating Pride month.By KZMU News
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News Reel: Who's running in the Moab city elections?
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13:32This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent. We start with a story about the recently announced candidates running for mayor and city council in the upcoming Moab election. Then, we discuss the latest updates on where things stand with funding for the Trail Ambassador program. And we finish with a …
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The Diddy Trial: Expert Harassment Attorneys Deep Dive into the Case
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43:48In this episode of The Hostile Work Environment Podcast, employment law experts Derek Smith and Dawn DeMaio dive deep into the explosive allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs and what it reveals about sexual harassment, power, and retaliation in high-profile cases. From analyzing the legal weight of NDAs to exposing the dangerous silence around wo…
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Regional Roundup: What could the Uinta Basin Railway ruling mean for future regulation?
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29:00This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Uinta Basin Railway and what it could mean for the future of environmental regulation. Then, a story about three of our partner stations that have joined NPR a lawsuit against the Trump administration for cuts to public media funds. Next, we hear from autho…
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Prayercast: Hope And Grace: A Prayer For Educators And Students Amid The Immigration Crisis
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13:49In response to the immigration crisis, we say a heartfelt prayer seeking God's mercy and steadfast support for educational communities. The prayer acknowledges the significant challenges experienced by teachers and students, the emotional disconnect among stakeholders, and emphasizes the crucial role of faith in finding relief, strength, and divine…
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News Reel: Moab-based judge asked to resign over controversial sentencing for child sex offender
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10:30This week on the News Reel, we speak to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Times-Independent. We discuss a controversial sentencing for a man convicted of possessing images of child sex abuse. We also discuss the $2.5 million contract the city recently approved for road repairs on 100 East, the first project funded by Moab’s property tax. And we finish wi…
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Regional Roundup: Planting trees in Moab and Grand Junction can mitigate extreme heat
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29:00On this week's Regional Roundup, we hear how planting trees in Grand Junction and Moab can help mitigate extreme heat. Next, we bring you an audio postcard that captures the sounds of migrating birds in the region. We’ll also hear stories about an initiative in Western Colorado to keep more water in the Colorado River without impacting irrigators, …
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News Reel: Is the county budget still out of compliance with state code?
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11:04This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent. We discuss Grand County’s budget and new concerns about whether certain transient room tax funds can be spent on projects such as the Trail Ambassadors Program. We also discuss a new fundraiser for Community Rebuilds, which is trying to restaff its organ…
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Regional Roundup: Queer proms across the region provide safe spaces for teens
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29:00In this week's Regional Roundup, we speak to Durango's new mayor, who has made history as the first Indigenous person to hold the position. We also hear about Aspen's queer prom that offers a safe and celebratory space for LGBTQ youth. Next is a story about a choir that uses choral music to spark important community conversations. Then, we tag alon…
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News Reel: Executive order fast tracks permitting for Utah uranium mine
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8:02On the News Reel this week, we speak to Doug McMurdo from the Moab Times-Independent about a uranium mine in San Juan County that could be one of the first mines approved under the Trump administration’s directive to expedite permitting and the environmental review process. We also give a quick update about the grand opening of Utahraptor State Par…
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Regional Roundup: Are public lands a good option for affordable housing developments?
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29:00This week on Regional Roundup, we hear about a recent study that scrutinizes early stage plans from Congress to use public lands for housing developments. We also hear about a water conservation program in Western Colorado, and a story about a horse rescue group working to save mustangs from kill buyers. To finish, we hear about a Navajo community …
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