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NC Deep DiveInside the NC Republican Runoff: Battle for Lieutenant Governor - Jim O'Neill vs. Hal WeathermanDiscover what's at stake in NC's heated Republican runoff for Lieutenant Governor as we dissect the profiles of two major contenders: Jim O'Neill, with his prosecutor's eye for justice and economic savvy, and Hal Weatherman, the nonprofit founder with political savvy to match. I'm your host, Amanda Benbow Lunn, inviting you into the pulse of this critical election. We're not just talking policies and political rhetoric; we're decoding what each candidate's vision could mean for the future of NC. O'Neill's commitment to public safety and mental health, alongside his track record as Forsyth County District Attorney, reveals a narrative...
2024-04-2724 min
Actually ObsessedBeyoncé's Lemonade: You Did Bad, You Can Do BetterAmanda and Sarah discuss the greatest album of all time, Beyoncé's visual album "Lemonade." In emphasizing that they absolutely know that the album is not for them because they are very white, Amanda recommends the following reading in the episode:
What Black Women Are Saying About Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' by Taylor Lewis
Beyoncé's ‘Lemonade’ Is a Revolutionary Work of Black Feminism: Critic’s Notebook by Miriam Bale
The Lemonade Syllabus by Candice Benbow
Dis/sect's Lemonade visual guides
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2024-02-291h 14NC Deep DiveRepublican Ballot: NC State Senate District 13 - Vicki Harry & Scott LassiterJoin the journey as Amanda Benbow Lunn unravels the intricacies of the Republican NC State Senate District 13's primary race. This episode promises to arm you with the knowledge needed to navigate the platforms of Vicki Harry and Scott Lassiter, transforming you from a casual observer into an informed voter ready to take on the upcoming primary election.Listen closely as we trace Vicki Harry's path from motherhood to the frontlines of local government, analyzing how her experience as a former teacher and business owner shapes her views on vital issues like the economy and education. Then...
2024-02-1834 minNC Deep DiveBehind the Candidate Conversations: Navigating Fairness in Election Coverage With Amanda Benbow LunnEver wondered how great podcast hosts keep discussions non-biased and fair during politically charged election seasons? Well, let me, Amanda Benbow Lunn, pull back the curtain for you. I'll be talking about my dedication to democracy, transparency, and the commitment we all have to preserve the integrity of our elections. Listen as I open up about the extensive efforts I've undertaken to connect with all candidates, ensuring a complete representation of voices.Strap in for a candid conversation about the upcoming Fuquay Varina and Holly Springs municipal elections, with a deep-dive into exactly what items will be...
2023-09-2829 min
Stream Popular Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsWholehearted Faith by Jeff Chu, Rachel Held EvansPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/530756 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Wholehearted Faith Author: Jeff Chu, Rachel Held Evans Narrator: Kathy Khang, Jeff Chu, Kristen Howerton, Neichelle R. Guidry, Candice Marie Benbow, Daniel Jonce Evans, Amanda Held Opelt, Kaitlin Curtice, Wil Gafney, Jamie Wright, Sarah Bessey, Nadia Bolz-Weber, Amena Brown Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 44 minutes Release date: November 2, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.14 of Total 7 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Discover the new collection of original writings by Rachel Held Evans, whose reflections on faith and life continue to encourage, challenge, and influence, lovingly performed by Daniel Jonce Evans, Jeff...
2021-11-0205 min
New Books in EducationMatthew T. Hora, “Beyond the Skills Gap: Preparing College Students for Life and Work” (Harvard Education Press, 2016)How can educators ensure that young people who attain a postsecondary credential are adequately prepared for the future? Matthew T. Hora and his co-authors, Ross Benbow and Amanda Oleson, explain that the answer is not simply that students need more specialized technical training to meet narrowly defined employment opportunities. Beyond the Skills Gap: Preparing College Students for Life and Work (Harvard Education Press, 2016) challenges this conception of the “skills gap,” highlighting instead the value of broader twenty-first-century skills in postsecondary education. They advocate for a system in which employers share responsibility along with the education sector to serve the coll...
2018-08-1742 min
New Books in Higher EducationMatthew T. Hora, “Beyond the Skills Gap: Preparing College Students for Life and Work” (Harvard Education Press, 2016)How can educators ensure that young people who attain a postsecondary credential are adequately prepared for the future? Matthew T. Hora and his co-authors, Ross Benbow and Amanda Oleson, explain that the answer is not simply that students need more specialized technical training to meet narrowly defined employment opportunities. Beyond the Skills Gap: Preparing College Students for Life and Work (Harvard Education Press, 2016) challenges this conception of the “skills gap,” highlighting instead the value of broader twenty-first-century skills in postsecondary education. They advocate for a system in which employers share responsibility along with the education sector to serve the coll...
2018-08-1742 min