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Parliament - Live Stream and Question TimeOral Questions for Thursday 19 February 2026Questions to Ministers Hon CARMEL SEPULONI to the Minister for Pacific Peoples: Does he agree with Christopher Luxon's statement about Pasifika, "We're gonna make sure we deliver for them"; if so, why? Hon JULIE ANNE GENTER to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by her statement, "As Finance Minister, I take responsibility for managing our Government's books ... I am the Ministerial colleague who takes pride in scrutinising the dollars, in reading through the business cases, and having the courage to say 'no' when proposals don't stack up"? Hon Dr AYESHA VERRALL to the Minister of Health: Does he still...
2026-02-191h 06Parliament - Live Stream and Question TimeOral Questions for Thursday 29 January 2026Questions to Ministers Hon CARMEL SEPULONI to the Minister for Auckland: Does he stand by his statement, "A safe, thriving central city means more foot traffic, stronger business confidence, more jobs, and more opportunities for everyone, including those currently experiencing hardship"; if not, why not? RIMA NAKHLE to the Minister of Health: What recent announcements has he made about improving access to urgent care for South and East Aucklanders? RICARDO MENÉNDEZ MARCH to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: Is the Civil Defence Payment available for people impacted by the severe weather events recognised by local states of e...
2026-01-291h 04Parliament - Live Stream and Question TimeOral Questions for 9 December 2025Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? CATHERINE WEDD to the Minister responsible for RMA Reform: What announcement has he made about replacing the Resource Management Act 1991? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she agree with the Prime Minister's comments about asset sales that "we'd take it to the election, and it would be part of our programme"; if so, what advice, if any, has she received on the Crown's ownership interest in State-owned companies? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Prime Minister: E t...
2025-12-0952 min
Table 4 ThreeEpisode 005: 75 Tampons on the LawnSend us a textStarts loud, ends thoughtful—that was the energy today. We warm up with wild banter and bops, then dig into a question we hear all the time: do smart guys really have a harder time dating? We unpack how deeper thinking, higher standards, and analysis can slow romance, and why experience matters just as much as intellect when you’re choosing someone who adds to your life. From there, we go straight at the Ayesha and Steph Curry discourse—timing, perception, and the disconnect between public narratives and private truth. Love evolves; so do the...
2025-10-151h 43
Brave New Girls - Well Beings, Well PlanetFinancial Empowerment with Propelle founder Ayesha Ofori- Veuve Cliquot BOLD Woman Awards part 1Send us a textWhat would the world look like if women had true financial independence? If you’d like to know more about how we can create a more equal and prosperous future for everyone, listen to my guest this week Ayesha Ofori, founder & CEO of Propelle UK’s first financial education and investment platform designed to empower women to take control of their finances, and make the world a better place by closing the gender wealth gap. Ayesha was shortlisted for the Bold Woman Awards by Veuve Cliquot, that celebr...
2025-07-0833 min
Pages n' PagesChapter 152: Bridgerton or Bust! Thoughts on Season 3In this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we give all our spoiler-y thoughts on the first four episodes of season four of Bridgerton! We are HUGE Bridgerton fans so we have a lot of opinions.
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
Wild Love (Rose Hill #1) by Elsie Silver
A Curse of Blood and Wolves by Melissa McTernan
Lore of the Wilds by Analeigh Sbrana
Fourth Wing (The Empyrean #1) by Rebecca Yarros and narrated by Rebecca Soler and Teddy Hamilton
None of This is Tr...
2024-05-2853 min
Paralegal Tea TimeSpecial Feature Episode: Celebrating Women's History MonthSpecial Feature Episode: Celebrating Women's History Month. Special thanks to the following Women In Law for supporting my business: Ayesha Hamilton, Esq. Crystal West Edwards, Esq. Deidre R. Wheatley-Liss, Esq. Kimberly A. Paton, Esq. Laura W. Kearney, Esq.
2024-03-0706 min
Paralegal Tea TimeEmployment Law: Protections for Paralegals in the WorkplaceEmployment Law attorney, Ayesha Hamilton, Esq., joins us to discuss employment rights with regard to COVID-19 vaccines and time off protections, Family Medical Leave, and Discrimination and Harassment in the workplace.
The Hamilton Law Firm is located in Princeton, New Jersey. If you are an employee or employer seeking an advocate to help you handle a potential employment issue, Ayesha can investigate and find the best legal recourse option available.
Website: Employment Lawyer Princeton, NJ | Business Law (ayeshahamiltonlaw.com)
Email: ahamilton@ahlawpc.com
2022-11-0236 min
Bosses 4 BossesEp. 17 Doing Business with Big CompaniesOur three co-hosts discuss what it’s like to work with companies that are much larger than their own. What are the challenges of being an entrepreneur when your client is a “giant”? How can you negotiate for favorable terms? Jason Meyer (Meyer Business Law) leads the conversation this week and gathers some interesting stories from his colleagues!
00:30 Jason introduces the episode – “are you a David, trying to make a deal with Goliath?”
03:15 Alisa talks about how payment can be an unexpected burden for small companies who may not have the necessary capital on hand.
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2022-10-1220 min
Xtalks Life Science PodcastBimodal Neuromodulation for Tinnitus: Interview with Caroline Hamilton, Clinical Director of Neuromod Devices – Xtalks Life Science Podcast Ep. 81In this episode, Ayesha and the editorial team spoke with Caroline Hamilton, Clinical Director of Neuromod Devices, a medical technology company that specializes in the design and development of neuromodulation technologies. The company is committed to addressing the clinical needs of underserved patient populations who live with chronic and debilitating conditions globally. Caroline spoke to Xtalks about Neuromod’s proprietary, patented bimodal neuromodulation technology that it is evaluating for neurological disorders. The lead application of Neuromod's technology is the Lenire device for the treatment of tinnitus, frequently referred to as “ringing in the ears.” Tinnitus is believed to impact betwee...
2022-10-1222 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 16 Executive MentorshipThis week, Josh, Jason & Alisa welcome Mary Forte to the show as a special guest co-host. Mary is the Philadelphia Area Vistage Chair, and former CEO at Zale Corporation. Josh (River Avenue Digital) leads the discussion on executive mentorship based on his own journey as an entrepreneur, and his most recent experience as a member of Mary’s Vistage group. Why is it important to establish a network of leaders across different industries, and what is the role of an executive mentor? All bosses know it can be lonely at the top – but it doesn’t have to be.
2022-10-0521 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 15 Delegation as a Tool for Business GrowthThis week, Alisa, Josh & Jason welcome a special guest host to the show: Jeff Harris, founder of JMJB Merchant Solutions, a credit card processing brokerage based out of Philadelphia. Alisa (First Steps Financial) leads the discussion about delegating work to facilitate growth. When, how, and why should a business owner decide to delegate tasks? How do you know that the time is right to add to your team? Our co-hosts recall the moments that drove them to finally start delegating, and the immediate benefits they saw from doing so.
00:35 Alisa introduces the episode
02:00 Jeff...
2022-09-2828 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 14 - Your Business Needs ContractsJason Meyer (Meyer Business Law) leads the conversation this week, and he starts off by admitting to his co-hosts that he’s a “contract nerd!” The conversation bounces between the four hosts who each use contracts differently. Learn how contracts become a useful tool for communication, how they can be flexible to meet the needs of both parties, and what you should include the next time you hire an independent contractor or new employee. This episode is chock-full of good tips from our experienced hosts. You’ll want to listen to this one more than once!
00:35 Jason...
2022-09-2120 minBosses 4 BossesEp. #13 Business Relationships: When to stay and when to go
Josh Irons (River Avenue Digital) leads his colleagues in a discussion about the heart of every entrepreneur’s business: relationships. How do you form new relationships and what expectations do you have for them? When and how you can walk away from a business relationship? How do you protect your time and energy while also finding opportunities for support and professional growth?
00:35 Josh introduces the episode
02:50 Alisa talks about making connections and looking for value in a new relationship, not just generating your next lead.
04:30 Sometimes a relationship runs its co...
2022-09-0817 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 12 Best of Times & Worst of TimesToday, Jason Myer leads a discussion around the "best and worst" of the past couple of years, especially remote working and the current and future trends in business. Ayesha, Alisa, Josh, and Jason talk about the changes that have happened since COVID first started and what the future looks like for entrepreneurs.
Is the Great Resignation real? Are people starting new businesses? What about current leases for brick and mortar businesses?
In this episode, they answer those questions and more. If you have any questions, comments, or if you want to contact anyone on the po...
2022-03-2318 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 11 How do you re-center yourself?Today’s episode is all about re-centering yourself. Josh leads a conversation today as Alisa, Ayesha, and Jason talk about how they are able to get back in the right mindset when work is just a little too chaotic for them.
When you’re working fourteen hours a day, it can be hard to unwind. From mental health awareness to small indulgences, the crew here at Bosses 4 Bosses share great tips on the most important things you can do to get yourself back to “normal.”
If you have any questions, comments, or if you want to contact...
2022-03-1615 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 10 Numbers to Look AtWhat are your employee turnover numbers? What is your revenue every week? Every quarter? What numbers do you provide to your clients?
Every company generates data, but not every company uses that data to help scale their business. Today, Alisa leads a discussion about different numbers you should look at when you’re building, running, and scaling a business. Ayesha, Jason, and Josh talk about what kind of data they pay attention to each quarter, as well as what sorts of numbers they share, turnover rates, and other important numbers.
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2022-03-0924 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 9 Don't be an AssAs entrepreneurs we all need help. Don’t be an ass, ask for it.
Asking for help is a difficult thing to do, no matter who you are. Entrepreneurs sometimes find it more difficult than most. Somehow, we arrived at the idea that we need to do everything for ourselves. Today, we’re talking about how asking for help is the best thing you can do as an entrepreneur. Josh leads the discussion today as Ayesha, Alisa, and Jason talk about everything from overcoming imposter’s syndrome to ideas for approaching someone for help.
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2022-03-0214 minBosses 4 BossesEp. 8 Outsource or Hire?Are you looking to scale your company? Is it time to hire staff? How do you know when to hire an independent contractor, and when you should hire an employee?
In this episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Alisa heads a discussion on outsourcing versus hiring. Ayesha shares her experience working with both employees and outsourced work. Jason gives his legal take on when it makes sense to hire one or the other. Josh shares important thoughts on the type of work and engagement you can get from employees and contractors, and when (or how) they can differ.
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2022-02-2320 min
Life Unedited: Working WomenEp. 6 - Caregiving from AfarMany women today find themselves caretaking two different generations of people: their own children, and their aging parents. This is on top of their jobs, businesses, clients, and whatever other responsibilities they may have. And it’s made even more difficult when you live far away from your parents.
In today’s episode, Alisa and Ayesha discuss caretaking parents as an adult who lives far away from their parents. What can you do remotely? What systems are in place to take care of things if you have to drop everything and leave? How do you decide which is th...
2022-02-2313 minLife Unedited: Working WomenOlder & BetterGetting older doesn’t mean that you’re doing or accomplishing less. In fact, it may mean that you’re reinventing yourself and doing new, amazing things.
In this episode, Alisa and Ayesha discuss the Forbes 50 Over 50 article and the incredible contributions that are being made by women over the age of 50, as well as the way women reinvent their lives as they age and grow.
Topics Discussed in This Episode
[00:00:42] The Forbes 50 Over 50 article and getting older and better
[00:01:18] Why women’s careers may take off later in life
[00:02:25] How the technolog...
2021-12-3110 minBosses 4 BossesSummer Free for AllToday’s episode is a special one. In this Summer Free for All episode, Jason leads a discussion about taking a vacation. Ayesha Hamilton (from Hamilton Law Firm), Alisa McCabe (fromFirst Steps Financial), Jason Meyer (from Meyer Business Law), and Josh Irons (of River Avenue Digital) talk about what they do in order to get away from work. Taking a deep breath and a moment for yourself when you’re an entrepreneur can be hard. When you’re the head of your business, when everything depends on you, it can feel like you can’t get away. But that’s not heal...
2021-12-2919 minLife Unedited: Working WomenEp. 4 - When Life Goes SidewaysWorking moms need to handle so much more than just work. They need to be able to manage their lives and careers, even when crises are happening around them.
How can you do that? And how does it affect you as a parent, as a career woman, or maybe as a boss?
In today’s episode, Ayesha and Alisa will be sharing some difficult experiences that they’ve recently encountered. They’ll talk about how they handled them, how they decided when it was time for work to be done to focus on the situation at hand...
2021-12-2417 minBosses 4 BossesHiring WellHow do you ensure you are hiring the right team members? How does hiring well-fitting entry-level employees help your business in the long run? Hiring good leaders and managers is tough enough, but entry-level employees are just as important.
Today, Josh leads a discussion about what it takes to find and hire the right person for the job. Hiring is such an important part of your business. It is not something to be taken lightly or to gloss over. Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about everything from the wording of your job description, to possibly firing...
2021-12-2322 minLife Unedited: Working WomenWho Needs a Personal Assistant?Should you hire a personal assistant? How difficult is it to delegate responsibility and trust someone else to take on the tasks that you don’t want to do?
In this episode, you’ll hear Alisa and Ayesha discuss who can use a personal assistant or chief of staff, what someone in that role does, and how to think about hiring and training them.
Listen to the episode to hear what they have to say about how hiring someone to take on less meaningful tasks can help you focus on what you love, how to find...
2021-12-1712 minBosses 4 BossesNon-Disclosure Agreements: Protecting Your Business and Your ClientsHow do you utilize non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in your business? When was the last time you updated your company’s NDA? Do you have to PAY your employees to sign NDAs? All of these questions and more are discussed in this episode.
Today, on Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha heads the important conversation about NDAs and how to protect your clients. With their unique perspectives and niches, each of the hosts talks about how they use NDAs within their companies. Alisa talks about how they are utilized in the field of finance. Josh gives his insight on NDAs in th...
2021-12-1621 minBosses 4 BossesOnline Services: Is Cheaper Always Better?When you’re first starting out as a business, you’re probably looking to find places to skimp on, so you can save a little money. But when it comes to legal documents and taxes, are online automated services cheaper in the long run? Is it right to use an AI instead of a legal team when it comes to filling out your tax forms?
In today’s episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about why it isn’t just safer but might also save you some money, later on, to go to a profess...
2021-11-1818 minLife Unedited: Working WomenUnapologetic MothersDo you find yourself apologizing all the time? Or feeling guilty about the way you choose to manage your time or allocate daily tasks?
This is a problem for many women, and it’s time to start thinking about adjusting expectations – those that others have for you, those that you have for yourself, and those that you have for other women.
Listen to Alisa and Ayesha in today’s episode as they talk about challenges, apologies, guilt, and why women need to give other women a break.
Topics Discussed in This Episode
2021-11-1314 minBosses 4 BossesStanding Up: Hate Crimes, Politics, and Core Values in the WorkplaceWhat can we do as business owners to stand up against hate? Does hate speech or do hateful actions negatively affect your business? What is the difference between standing up as a business owner and standing up as an employee?
In our country, we are constantly surrounded by hateful words and actions. Standing up for yourself and for others when you are an employee at a business can have some legal ramifications, but what if you’re a business owner? What can happen if you take a stance at work?
Today, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Jo...
2021-11-1121 minBosses 4 BossesStaying RelevantHow can you stay relevant in your industry? Why should you stay relevant? What resources can you use to find the latest information?
Today, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about what it takes to stay relevant in your industry. Staying relevant can reduce your risk of being laid off or if you're downsized, make it easier for you to find another job more quickly and puts you in a better position for promotions and raises. When you master new and valuable skills, you increase your market value not only internally, but to your clients. But it...
2021-11-0417 minBosses 4 BossesWhat I Wish I KnewBeing a successful business owner isn’t easy, especially at the beginning. When you first start, you’ll be making plenty of mistakes. Don’t worry, you’re not alone.
In today’s episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about what they wish they knew when they initially started their first businesses. They talk about their mistakes, the biggest misconceptions about starting a business, and the importance of knowing your formula for profit.
Do you need a business plan? How do you know when you need to start hiring a team? When is it o...
2021-10-2717 min
Start the WeekImages of powerWhat does the face of power look like? It’s a question the academic Mary Beard explores in her latest book, Twelve Caesars: Images of Power from the Ancient World to the Modern. She tells Kirsty Wark how the depiction of Roman autocrats have influenced art, culture and the presentation of power for more than two thousand years. King George III was condemned in the 18th century as ‘the cruellest tyrant of his age’ and depicted as a diminutive and pompous figure in the 21st century musical, Hamilton. These are images the historian Andrew Roberts seeks to counte...
2021-10-0442 min
family meeting12. a wine down for the finale!we're closing out the season with a wine down. thank you all for tuning in with us and supporting us on this ride. we're looking forward to season two but this break is so necessary!
show notes:
while discussing rita moreno, i—@brinnoire—referenced the Grapevine's most recent episode (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIg6if0NBlY)
during the conversation about the colonization of Black beauty, @ayeshakfaines paraphrased a passage from moreno's memoir. while editing this episode, i learned that Ayesha recently passed away. The Grapevine is an amazing platform that amplifies the...
2021-07-0748 min
Broadway Brains by LucyGirl Power and Music with Ari AfsarArianna Ayesha "Ari" Afsar is an American singer, composer,and activist best known for her starring role in Hamilton and as the songwriter of the musical Jeannette. Listen in as we talk all things Jeannette, Hamilton, and activism. Thanks for listeningClick HERE to subscribe to my weekly newsletter. I will send you an email every Friday when the episode launches with the show notes, links from the show, and more.Let's connect!Instagram: @broadwaybrainspodWebsite: broadwaybrains.com
2021-03-2627 min
A Bookish AffairEpisode 27: Our Legging Game Is StrongGreetings, all you flighty astrologers and grouchy Supreme Court justices! In today's episode, we'll recap the festival of power coats that was the Biden/Harris inauguration, sing the praises of the power legging, and even talk a bit about books! For readalikes, book lists, and antiracism resources, to learn more about attending a virtual book club meeting, or just to chat, find us here or email us directly at ssedell@lakeoswego.city (Shannon) or sdickinson@lakeoswego.city (Shandy). Our next meeting is Sunday, February 14 at 11:00 a.m. PST. We'll be reading Snapped by Alexa Martin, and we w...
2021-01-2247 minA Bookish AffairEpisode 5: We Love Romance. Period.Happy July, friends! In our fifth episode, we'll give our best "gateway romance" suggestions for interested readers just starting out in the genre. Also, we'll check in on our June challenge to read an intersectional rainbow, rhapsodize about talking to authors on social media (they're real people! and they're so nice!), and issue a plea to authors of romance: more periods, please! Books and authors mentioned in this episode:A Virtuous Ruby by Piper HuguleyHome to Milford College series by Piper HuguleyThe Rat-Catcher's Daughter by KJ CharlesB...
2020-07-011h 01
Iain Dale's Book ClubChapter 46 : Ayesha Hazarika and Tom HamiltonWelcome to a classic Book Club episode focused on Core Politics. Iain is joined by Ayesha Hazarika and Tom Hamilton to discuss their book 'Punch & Judy Politics: An Insiders' Guide to Prime Minister's Questions'.
If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure you check through the archive for one you may have missed or why not listen to For The Many, Iain's podcast with Jacqui Smith or Cross Question!
Iain Dale
Monday - Thursday, 7-10pm on LBC.
https://www.iaindale.com/
2019-06-2148 min
Whatever Face (ft/ Hollywood & Uncle JUJU )Ep 46: KNICKS OF THE WESTHamilton / LA RamBUSS/Kyrie the #2/ Playoff updates/ Warriors minus KD/ Ayesha Curry/ GOT
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Meleeezus- What Men Want
Hollywood- Lethal Weapon ( the series)
2019-05-101h 17
The TLS PodcastPhilip Larkin, beyond the graveAndrew Motion discusses the life, work and curious afterlife of his friend and "subject" Philip Larkin; Imogen Russell Williams has written an essay on diversity (or the lack of it) in children's books and offers some recommendations; Zoe Williams gives her verdict on the very British political tradition that is Prime Minister’s QuestionsBooksPhilip Larkin: A writer's life by Andrew Motion (1993; reissued September 2018) The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo Square by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen I Am Thunder by Muhammad KhanKnights and Bikes...
2018-09-0653 min
House of CommentsPunch and Judy PoliticsEmma Burnell interviews Ayesha Hazarika and Tom Hamilton about their book Punch and Judy Politics. It's a forensic look at PMQs from every concievable angle.
2018-06-2134 min
Spoiler Alert RadioJohn Jeffcoat - Bingo! The Documentary and OutsourcedJohn Jeffcoat is a writer, director, and editor based out of Seattle, WA.John's debut as a documentary director was the 1999's Bingo! The Documentary distributed by Seventh Art Releasing. His feature-length directorial debut, Outsourced, is a narrative about the outsourcing experience in India, he co-wrote with George Wing and stars Josh Hamilton and Ayesha Dharker.Outsourced is available on DVD. John is also working on a feature-length documentary on the world's largest film industry, in Bombay, India, Bollywood and Me.
2009-01-2729 min