Best Mandatory Challengers Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 412: Chewing Tobacco, IRP Statistics, and Public Safety in Crisis 24:01

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko unpack a major BC Supreme Court decision that strikes down an Immediate Roadside Prohibition due to flawed and speculative reasoning by the Superintendent’s office.The case involved a driver who claimed that chewing tobacco remained in his mouth during a breath test. The adjudicator dismissed h…

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The AI governance risk keeping executives up at night: A conversation with Elfreda Jonker 15:49

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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar discusses the governance risks posed by AI with Elfreda Jonker from Alphinity Investment Management. They explore the impact of AI on cybersecurity and data privacy, as highlighted in Alphinity's latest sustainability report. The conversation covers the importance of a Responsible AI framew…

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Balls Are Hot 😎, BKFC Tournament & Drama, 2025 NBA Cup, All-Star Replacements, Retzlaff To Where? - Episode 61 54:00

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Today, Carter Starocci ends up back in the news in a somewhat odd way. Fargo starts up with Riley giving you some early updates to watch out for. UFC Fight Night took place in Nashville this past weekend. We share our thoughts, discuss what’s next, and outline what we'd like to see. BKFC hit the news for the first time in a while. Find out what McG…

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Episode 411: Speed, Safety & the Law: Vancouver’s Limits and the Hinkson Report 26:16

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko tackle three pressing issues shaping public safety and traffic policy in Canada.They begin with Vancouver’s proposed 30 km/h speed limit on side streets, part of the Vision Zero push. Paul questions its practicality and lack of enforcement, while Kyla explains why speed isn't the only factor in…

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Investing in a warmer world 21:12

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Join host Michelle Baltazar as she speaks with Dr. Erin Kuo-Sutherland, chief sustainability officer at Yarra Capital Management. In this episode, they discuss the implications of surpassing the 1.5°C global warming threshold, the impact on various sectors, and the new climate reality. They discuss Yarra’s strategic approach to ESG integration, phy…

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Iowa Wrestling Downfall? Free Agency & Trades, 2025 MLB All-Star Game Lineups, Oh Mama, I’m In Fear - Episode 60 1:14:32

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Today, we officially reached 60 for 60, with no cancellations! We discuss Iowa Wrestling’s potential downfall? What’s going on over there? We got some UFC fight announcements, along with the NBA and NHL free agency kicking off, as well as some trades happening within the sport. Is Dalton Knecht potentially departing the Lakers soon? NASCAR’s in-sea…

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Episode 410: EV Vanity, Ferry Fires & Uber’s Union 28:32

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In this episode, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko dive into Transport Canada’s new restrictions on ferrying damaged electric vehicles, explore the implications of Uber drivers unionizing in Victoria, and share the story of how an RCMP trailer sparked a wildfire due to failed wheel bearings.By Driving Law

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Mandatory Climate Disclosure: Closing Loopholes for Investment Banks and Insurers 12:18

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In this episode of 'The Greener Way,' host Michelle Baltazar discusses the new accounting standards for Scope 3 emissions with Alison George, Chief Impact and Ethics Officer at Australian Ethical Investments. They discuss why it's crucial for investment banks and insurers to be included in these disclosures, the risks involved in granting them exem…

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Malcolm Harris Joins Us Live! UFC 317, Draft Week, NASCAR In-Season Challenge Week 1 - Episode 59 1:47:42

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Today on this crazy off-the-top episode, WE ARE doing WHAT??? Malcolm Harris returns to the podcast to talk about his latest victory at BCM Fight Night 21. UFC BJJ and UFC 317 took place this past week, sparking thoughts and rants. Fight announcements resulting in more rants. Both NHL and NBA news and drafts. MLB News, NASCAR In-Season Challenge We…

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Episode 409: Bobcat Assault Appeal, Charter Delay Victory, and Tailgating Hypocrisy 28:16

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko dig into a BC Supreme Court appeal involving a man convicted of using a bobcat to threaten two unhoused individuals on his property. The appeal raised arguments of burden-shifting, misapprehension of evidence, and speculative reasoning—but the court upheld the conviction. The judges found that …

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The Future of Leadership AI: An Ecosystem of Coherent Insights 54:49

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Leaders don’t just need AI, they need a leadership AI that creates an ecosystem of coherent insights that makes them smarter and more effective.Join us for this week's Your Brain at Work, featuring NLI’s CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. David Rock, and VP of Solutions, Rachel Cardero, as they discuss how a leadership AI should be designed. The future of lea…

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Exploring Emerging Markets & Sustainable Investments with Pablo Berrutti 25:50

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Join host Michelle Baltazar as she chats with Pablo Berrutti, senior portfolio specialist at Stewart Investors, about emerging market investment opportunities and their main growth drivers. Berrutti also explains why Samsung, Wallmex and Bank of the Philippine Islands are featured in their portfolios and why mid-cap US companies offer good value fo…

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Live From Pocono, F* S*, Back-To-Back! Offseason Already Heating Up? - Episode 58 1:00:05

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On today’s episode, a little birds went around with some commitment news and a shoutout? UFC headed to Baku this weekend with some fight announcements on top of it. Both NHL and NBA finals have ended. Leaving the question: Who won? David comes to you live from Pocono, as that’s where NASCAR hit the track last weekend with some good races. Ending th…

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Episode 408: Can You Be Forced to Blow Twice? Charter Rights, Breath Tests, and Driving Injustice 36:11

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This week on Driving Law, Paul Doroshenko takes the wheel while Kyla is away in court, joined by articled students Alice and Alison for a special in-car recording from his 1953 Buick. The episode kicks off with a reflective discussion about what the students have learned during their time at the firm—covering complex topics like BC's Immediate Road…

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How NILES Can Make Leaders Smarter 48:35

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Today’s leaders are constantly trying to keep up with the complexity of the organizational landscape, all while making smarter decisions and driving their teams towards innovation. Join us for the next edition of "Your Brain at Work Live," where Dr. Emma Sarro discusses how NILES, the NeuroLeadership Institute's AI leadership coach, is set to revol…

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How direct indexing could supercharge ESG 17:56

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While still at a very nascent stage in Australia, direct indexing holds great potential – particularly for ESG and responsible investors. Investing in line with your values is a very idiosyncratic desire as what’s important to one investor can differ greatly for another. Being able to build a low-cost, custom portfolio that removes all the ESG expo…

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Final X, Usman Is Back! NHL Awards, ¡Viva México! Inside Mandatory Minicamp - Episode 57 1:25:09

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On today’s episode, Riley gives the wrestling report on Final X results and 2027 recruits. UFC Fight Night took place this past weekend, raising some questions, sparking debates, and leaving us to wonder what’s next. The Finals for both the NHL and NBA continue. NASCAR heads outside of the United States for the first time since 1958 with a stop in …

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Episode 407: Speed Camera Surges, Street Racing Crackdowns, and a Charter Challenge Returns to the Supreme Court 25:45

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul tackle a dynamic mix of personal experience, legal news, and constitutional issues making waves across Canada.Kyla opens the episode with a near-death experience on the Alex Fraser Bridge after unsecured plywood flew off a truck—an incident that underscores the real dangers of unsafe loads and distracted tran…

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The Real Science of Habits 51:53

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In this episode of Your Brain at Work, we unlock the secrets to embedding effective and resilient habits. In today’s environment of accelerating change and overwhelming demands, building strong habits – those that become default under pressure – is more crucial than ever. Organizations need strategies that work quickly and scale easily, and are mor…

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Measuring nature assets in portfolios 14:49

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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar discusses the transition to nature-positive investment portfolios with Lucian Peppelenbos, climate and biodiversity strategist at Robeco. Lucian shares his insights on the importance of incorporating environmental impacts into investment strategies, using the Task Force for Nature-related F…

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UFC 316, Finals Kick Off! Here We Go… - Episode 56 45:20

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Today, we kick off with our past weekends’ main event, UFC 316. Our thoughts, what’s next, fight announcements, the whole pack of badgers. The NHL Stanley Cup and NBA Finals kicked off last week. We give our thoughts so far, with a certain type of promotion and rant in the middle? NASCAR in Michigan, CFB HOF ballot, and NFL news with a certain team…

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Episode 406: Lawyers Behaving Badly, Charter Remedies, and Sentencing Complexity 33:51

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul delve into a trio of compelling legal topics with wide-reaching implications.First, Kyla discusses a fresh Supreme Court of Canada ruling on miscarriages of justice, focusing on whether appellate courts can enter acquittals in cases where post-plea evidence reveals a wrongful conviction. The decision stems fr…

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Meet Coach NILES: A Next Generation Approach to Coaching Through AI 57:07

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Meet the world’s smartest leadership coach, NILES, NLI’s Neuro Intelligent Leadership Enhancing System. Designed to make leaders smarter, faster.In today's tricky environment, leaders are under pressure to do more with less, juggling multiple responsibilities with limited resources. What leaders need is an AI tailored to meet their specific challen…

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From silos to synergy 17:28

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The challenges facing sustainable investors are always evolving, and approaches to responsible investment must evolve as well. Over the years, much of the industry has adopted a siloed approach to E, S and G issues, but a new report from First Sentier Investors explores how an integrative approach to responsible investment can produce more lucrativ…

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World Team Trials, Who’s Wife Won? Finals Set! - Episode 55 45:14

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Today, World Team Trials took place this past weekend in Ohio. Riley’s give y’all the wrestling report on who won. After that, UFC Fight Night with a pretty particular debate following the event? A random rant about God knows what. The Finals are set in both the NHL and NBA. Tune in to find out who’s fighting for the championship. NASCAR in Nashvil…

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Episode 405: Challenging Mandatory Breath Testing and the High Bar for Withdrawing Guilty Pleas 27:40

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul examine two compelling legal stories from British Columbia and Saskatchewan.First, they explore a BC Supreme Court case involving a man who paid a speeding ticket after receiving misleading information from ICBC—only to later lose his license due to accumulated penalty points. Kyla and Paul unpack why his att…

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Trends in Leadership Now: How to Keep Inspiring Great Work Amidst Challenges 53:41

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Organizations are facing a complex landscape of challenges and potential crises, driven by rapid technological advancements, shifting economic conditions, and evolving global events. Frameworks such as VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) and the more recent BANI (brittle, anxious, nonlinear, and incomprehensible) are used to u…

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Carbon securities the next game-changer 21:18

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In this episode of 'The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar interviews Paul Clements-Hunt, founder and CEO of the Blended Capital Group, about the evolution and future of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing. They explore the origin of ESG, emphasising its role in changing the culture of asset owners, particularly in Australia. He …

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A For What? Hockey God Riley? Rated P? Rookie Signings Pt. 2 - Episode 54 50:27

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Happy Memorial Day, everybody! With lots going on this past week, we traded back-and-forth opening thoughts to kick off the pod today. With your usually on-tap: UFC Fight Announcements, NHL and NBA Playoffs, NASCAR at Charlotte, CFB Playoffs, and NFL. It all happens here, on The RND Podcast. LAST-MINUTE NEWS THAT DIDN’T MAKE IT LIVE: - Ross Chastai…

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Episode 404: Cyclists, Sentencing, and the Fake News Fueling Driving Law Panic 28:03

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul unpack the backlash Kyla faced after explaining a cyclist's legal obligations in a Global News story. What began as a simple clarification of BC's Motor Vehicle Act sparked outrage and personal attacks—highlighting the rising hostility toward legal discourse online.They then examine a tragic Surrey case where…

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Navigating the energy transition: Challenges and opportunities 14:32

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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar chats with Will Farrell, co-lead of climate change at Federated Hermes Stewardship and Engagement Body (EOS), about the complexities of reducing emissions in hard-to-abate sectors like aviation, shipping, and primary chemicals. They explore the obstacles related to systemic dependencies, po…

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Uncle Dana Cooking! Conference Finals Arrive! NFL Schedule Release! - Episode 53 53:57

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Today on our anniversary episode, we give our thoughts on this past Saturdays’ UFC Fight Night and fights galore. The conference finals have arrived for the NHL and NBA. Tune in to find out who’s in and news going around both leagues. NASCAR at North Wilkesboro, College Football and NFL on tab. As well as the 2025 NFL Schedule Release, tune in to s…

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The Stuff of Thought: Critical Thinking in the Age of AI 55:18

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AI agents are continuously evolving in ways that increase their potential to support our work. Not only can they synthesize long meetings and moments later provide you with key insights, ideas, and actions, they can also write your emails, plan an upcoming conversation, and make difficult decisions for you. However, does AI actually improve your ab…

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From coal to carbon: Planting seeds of the future 17:32

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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar speaks with Raf Wood, co-managing director of Silva Capital, on the evolution of Australia's carbon market and Silva's latest update on their carbon credit projects. They explore the impact of the 2022 safeguard mechanism, the company's commitment to sustainability inspired by Wood's person…

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UFC 315, HAWK TUAH?! Rookie Signings - Episode 52 47:02

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Today on episode 52, we kick off with the latest college recruiting update in the world of high school wrestling. UFC 315 went down this past Saturday, we give our thoughts and ask what’s next. MLB manager firings, NHL and NBA Playoffs, NASCAR at Kansas with college and NFL football to wrap. All right here, on The RND Podcast. Follow us on X: https…

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Episode 403: DIY Traffic Defence Fails and the Limits of ICBC's No-Fault System 34:11

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla and Paul review two BC Supreme Court cases that highlight the risks of representing yourself in traffic court. First, they unpack the failed appeal of a driver who claimed he was interacting with his truck’s console—not a phone—when ticketed for distracted driving, and how a lack of courtroom experience undermined his…

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From Mandatory to Compelling: The Science of Filling the Room 54:51

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Conventional wisdom suggests that if you want people to participate, you need to mandate it. However, this can easily backfire. What research suggests is that if you want people to participate and get the most out of this participation, you need to make it compelling. Getting people to fully engage in learning, transformation or even just to attend…

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Recruitment and salary outlook 2025 13:39

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Australia’s job market is relatively robust, but just like different industries tell different stories, so too do different segments of the sustainability sector. While recruitment for ESG roles has generally slowed across financial services from the highs we’ve seen of late, there are still opportunities out there for the right skill sets. In this…

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UFC Des Moines, Round 2 Begins! - Episode 51 1:07:59

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Today on Cinco de Mayo, UFC took place this past weekend in Des Moines, Iowa. Tune in as we give our thoughts about the card and what we have coming up. Fatal Fury Boxing took place last Friday and Saturday. Who won? Tune in to find out, as well as what’s next for one. Round two begins tonight for the NHL and NBA. We give round one results as well …

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Episode 402: The Lapu Lapu Tragedy, Mental Health, and the Law 40:26

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko unpack the devastating mass casualty event at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Festival, where eleven people were killed and many more injured after a vehicle was driven into the crowd. They explain the legal landscape surrounding the second-degree murder charges, why first-degree murder wasn’t laid (yet)…

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The Neuroscience of Cognitive Bias 59:55

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Uncertainty surrounds the future of DEI. Many organizations plan to continue their DEI work, yet they’re likely to face a number of challenges along the way. To be successful as we evolve our work, it's important to understand why DEI efforts became a priority in the first place, and whether they’re important enough for organizations to address in …

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Climate risk and insurance: A growing concern with Nicki Hutley 14:14

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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar speaks with Nicki Hutley, a climate councillor and chief economist, about a comprehensive climate risk report by the Climate Council. The discussion centres on the alarming rise in insurance premiums due to climate risks, emphasising the need for prompt and effective climate action. They di…

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2025 CLAW U.S. Open Championships, UFC Kansas City, First Ever College Football Trade? 2025 NFL Draft - Episode 50 2:38:00

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Today, The RND Podcast hits episode 50! Boy do we have a show for you! Riley kicks things off with the wrestling report around this past weeks’ events at the 2025 CLAW U.S. Open Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada. Find out if your favorite wrestling came home with the dubs. After so, we switch from wrestling to MMA, as UFC is back with Fight Night …

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Episode 401: ICBC Privacy Payouts and the Future of Interprovincial Traffic 24:30

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko take a deep dive into two major developments in law and driving that show how privacy breaches and government decisions continue to ripple across BC and beyond.First, they unpack the BC Court of Appeal’s decision upholding $15,000 in damages for each person affected by the ICBC privacy breach s…

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The Neuroscience of Psychological Safety 54:21

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Organizational survival in the midst of accelerating change and complexity depends on employees' sense-making, adapting, and taking risks. Psychological safety can effectively facilitate each of these processes. In fact, psychological safety is the critical foundation for high performance, as it acts as the accelerant for both employees and organiz…

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Banking on the climate transition with Rachel Alembakis 19:30

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Australia’s big five banks – ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, Macquarie Group, NAB and Westpac – have all committed to limiting or cutting financing to fossil fuel projects that they feel are not aligned to achieving a net zero future. This requires a lot of work on several fronts, and for investors it’s about understanding how realistic the success of such…

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Warrior Run & US Open, Playoff Season!! Sanders Jersey Retirement Debate? Eagles > Cowboys? - Ep 49 33:26

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This week, Riley kicks us off with the Warrior Run & US Open Wrestling Championships. Find out what made the headlines and what’s up and coming. After an off week for UFC and fast rapid fight announcements and updates, playoff season has arrived! Tune in as we give an update inside week 1 of both the NHL and NBA playoffs. Colorado Rockies coaching …

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Leadership Now: Leading Through Uncertainty and Change 59:56

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During times of intense uncertainty and change, leaders are often called upon to navigate their team through challenges, provide clarity in the face of ambiguity, and make critical decisions under pressure. In the midst of the chaos, leadership development may be deprioritized, when in fact it is more important than ever. Skilled, well-equipped lea…

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Episode 400: Graduated Licensing Overhaul and the Long Road to Class 5 34:12

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This week on Driving Law, Kyla Lee and Paul Doroshenko dive into the BC government’s newly announced overhaul of the province’s graduated licensing system—a change that’s already making waves on TikTok.Under the new rules, drivers will no longer need to take a road test to graduate from an N to a Class 5 license. But instead of full driving privile…

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Navigating the energy transition: Insights from Chief Economist Brian Redican 14:10

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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar speaks with Brian Redican, Chief Economist at TCorp, about the economic implications of transitioning to renewable energy. They discuss evolving priorities in financial analysis, the volatility of energy prices, and the geopolitical risks that influence investment decisions. The conversatio…