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Parallax Views w/ J.G. MichaelBEST OF: Epstein, Les Wexner, Iran/Contra, and the Iraq War w/ Bob Fitrakis
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Replay for the holiday season (and because yours truly is having issues with his equipment): a timely episode from 2020 on Epstein with Ohio-based investigative journalist Bob Fitrakis that's relevant in lieu of the Epstein Files dropping and DropSite News' covering the Epstein connection to Iran/Contra
On this edition of Parallax Views, Les Wexner...
2025-12-221h 05
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 10: Perspectives on school facilities from the ground up with Dr. Brandon PayneIn this conversation, Dr. Brandon Payne shares his journey from a summer maintenance worker to the Executive Director of the National Council on School Facilities. He discusses the challenges faced by school facilities, particularly in rural areas, and the impact of changing demographics on school operations. The conversation emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and the need for consolidation of school districts to improve efficiency and outcomes for students. Dr. Payne highlights the necessity of understanding facility conditions and the financial implications of maintaining aging school buildings while preparing students for future challenges.
2025-12-1251 min
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 9: Foundations of Facility Finance and Safety with Jonathan KassaIn this conversation, Jonathan Kassa shares his journey as a school board member and executive director of Zero Now, emphasizing the importance of school safety and effective facilities management. He discusses the challenges of public education, including funding, infrastructure, and community engagement. Kassa highlights the need for transparency and trust in school governance, advocating for data-driven decision-making and the integration of safety measures into educational planning. The discussion also touches on the significance of educating school leaders about capital planning and the necessity of prioritizing student needs in all decisions.
2025-12-1246 min
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 8: 5,280 DaysIn this conversation, David Sturtz, Mary Filardo, and Mathew Palmer discuss the critical role of school planning within the broader context of community development. They explore the importance of school locations, the trade-offs involved in urban versus suburban planning, and the need for creative solutions to address underutilization of schools. The discussion also highlights the alignment of data and morality in making decisions about school closures, the challenges of funding disparities, and the necessity of effective planning departments within school districts. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration between schools, cities, and counties to create a cohesive approach...
2025-12-1256 min
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 7: The Planning MindsetIn this conversation, Matthew Palmer discusses his journey into school facility planning, emphasizing the importance of a planning mindset that connects knowledge to action. He highlights the challenges faced in community planning, the role of data in decision-making, and the need for schools to serve as community anchors. Palmer advocates for a holistic approach to education that prioritizes student well-being and community engagement, while also addressing the complexities of school siting in both growing and declining communities
2025-12-121h 09
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 6: Transforming Fargo's SchoolsThis conversation delves into the comprehensive facility planning process undertaken by Fargo Public Schools, highlighting the importance of life cycle replacement projects, community engagement, and data-driven decision-making. The discussion emphasizes the need for equitable resources and opportunities for students, the challenges of school consolidation, and the significance of sustainability in planning. The speakers reflect on the successes and future steps necessary to maintain and improve the facilities while ensuring that the needs of the community and students are met.
2025-12-121h 15
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 5: It Takes a VillageIn this conversation, David Sturtz and Dr. Rick Fernandez explore the evolving landscape of K-12 education, focusing on the integration of career technical education (CTE) and the importance of partnerships with the private sector. Rick shares his journey from teaching to administration and consulting, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by school districts. The discussion highlights the significance of community engagement, funding strategies, and the role of leadership in navigating financial pressures and adapting school infrastructure to meet the needs of both students and the broader community. In this conversation, Rick and his colleagues...
2025-12-1158 min
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 4: Revitalizing Jackson Public SchoolsIn this conversation, Dr. William Merritt, Chief of Staff for Jackson Public Schools, discusses the significant changes in Jackson, Mississippi, over the past two decades, including population decline and its impact on school enrollment and infrastructure. He highlights the challenges faced by aging facilities, particularly HVAC systems, and the positive impact of ESSER funds on school improvements. Dr. Merritt emphasizes the need for a comprehensive facility master plan and collaboration between the city and school district to revitalize education in Jackson. He envisions a future with modern, larger schools that provide a true educational experience, including early childhood education...
2025-12-1146 min
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 3: Building a Better Future: Guilford County SchoolsThis conversation explores the challenges faced by Guilford County Schools in North Carolina, particularly in relation to a $2 billion bond initiative aimed at addressing deferred maintenance and improving school facilities. In conversation with Julius Monk, Deputy Superintendent, Business and Operations at Guilford County Schools, the discussion highlights the importance of community engagement, effective communication strategies, and the financial mechanisms necessary to support such a large-scale project. Additionally, the conversation delves into the labor market challenges in facility maintenance, the need for skilled trades, and the role of state support in education funding.
2025-12-1132 min
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 2: Navigating Enrollment and Capital Needs in Arlington TXIn this conversation, David Sturtz, Mary Filardo, and Kelly Horn discuss the challenges and strategies faced by Arlington ISD in managing K-12 facilities and operations. They explore the impact of enrollment trends, particularly the shift towards charter schools, and the importance of effective communication and marketing to attract families. The discussion also highlights the district's investments in modernizing schools, the need for limited high-quality choices in education, and the financial strains that many school districts are experiencing. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the importance of a system-wide approach to education that ensures equitable access and quality for all students.
2025-12-111h 04
Stretched: Rebuilding K12 Facilities and OperationsEpisode 1: IntroductionsIn this podcast, David Sturtz and Mary Filardo discuss the pressing challenges facing K-12 school facilities, emphasizing the need for effective planning and resource allocation. They explore the interconnectedness of educational outcomes and facility conditions, the expanded role of schools in communities, and the importance of collaboration among stakeholders. The conversation highlights the necessity of addressing the fundamental resource problems in education and the role of the newly established National Center on School Infrastructure in supporting these efforts.
2025-12-0448 min
StretchedEpisode 9: 5,280 daysIn this conversation, David Sturtz, Mary Filardo, and Mathew Palmer discuss the critical role of school planning within the broader context of community development. They explore the importance of school locations, the trade-offs involved in urban versus suburban planning, and the need for creative solutions to address underutilization of schools. The discussion also highlights the alignment of data and morality in making decisions about school closures, the challenges of funding disparities, and the necessity of effective planning departments within school districts. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration between schools, cities, and counties to create a cohesive approach...
2025-10-1356 min
Solve for XEquity in Practice: David Sturtz on Rethinking K12 FacilitiesIn this episode of Solve for X, host Dr. Rick Fernandez welcomes David Sturtz, K12 Program Director at Woolpert. With a career spanning classroom teaching, educational services, and large-scale capital planning, David brings a rare perspective: he’s seen firsthand what students need one-on-one, and how district-level decisions can either expand or limit those opportunities.From tutoring kids in their living rooms to advising districts facing multimillion-dollar facility decisions, David’s journey reflects both passion and pragmatism. In this conversation, he shares the hard truths about declining enrollment, the hidden costs of spreading resources too thin, and...
2025-10-1139 min
StretchedEpisode 7: It Takes a VillageIn this conversation, David Sturtz and Dr. Rick Fernandez explore the evolving landscape of K-12 education, focusing on the integration of career technical education (CTE) and the importance of partnerships with the private sector. Rick shares his journey from teaching to administration and consulting, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by school districts. The discussion highlights the significance of community engagement, funding strategies, and the role of leadership in navigating financial pressures and adapting school infrastructure to meet the needs of both students and the broader community. In this conversation, Rick and his colleagues...
2025-09-301h 06
StretchedEpisode 2: Navigating ChallengesIn this conversation, David Sturtz, Mary Filardo, and Kelly Horn discuss the challenges and strategies faced by Arlington ISD in managing K-12 facilities and operations. They explore the impact of enrollment trends, particularly the shift towards charter schools, and the importance of effective communication and marketing to attract families. The discussion also highlights the district's investments in modernizing schools, the need for limited high-quality choices in education, and the financial strains that many school districts are experiencing. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the importance of a system-wide approach to education that ensures equitable access and quality for all students.
2025-08-221h 09
StretchedEpisode 1: IntroductionsIn this podcast, David Sturtz and Mary Filardo discuss the pressing challenges facing K-12 school facilities, emphasizing the need for effective planning and resource allocation. They explore the interconnectedness of educational outcomes and facility conditions, the expanded role of schools in communities, and the importance of collaboration among stakeholders. The conversation highlights the necessity of addressing the fundamental resource problems in education and the role of the newly established National Center on School Infrastructure in supporting these efforts.
2025-08-1555 min
The Children of Children'sThe Children of Children's Episode 15Lex Stolle takes you behind the scenes of Children's and on the roller coaster ride of emotions that comes with cancer or blood disorder treatments as a child. He examines the impact treatment has had on other school age children, and their families, while discussing how important events like Care-A-Thon are to him and others. This week’s guests include Lex's dad David Stolle, cancer survivor Paul Sturtz and his mom Charlotte-Marie.
2025-06-0832 min
CMMSradioData Driven Decision Making and Eliminating Data Solos with Woolpert from Brightly Illuminate 2024NEW EPISODE from Brightly Illuminate 2024!!
Woolpert sat down with Greg Christensen on CMMSradio to record this episode from the EPIC Brightly #Illuminate event in Raleigh NC March 2024!! Thank you to David Sturtz and Ryan Butler, GISP, IAM for this great interview. We covered a ton of info...
Data driven decision making in capital planning & fixed asset management
How Facilities (buildings) are distributed and their condition, sets how you invest in your core mission
Integrated portfolio management
Degradation of infrastructure and assets that are beyond their lifecycle
Why...
2024-06-1124 minCMMSradioGet to Know Brightly Team Members Molly Phillips & Michael Hartsell at Brightly Illuminate 2024It was awesome attending Brightly Illuminate 2024 this past March in Raleigh, North Carolina to podcast and meet all of the incredible team members and clients that use Brightly products. A big thank you to the #Brightly team and the event sponsors. Amanda Fletcher, MBA, CFEA knocked it out of the park!! Thank you Amanda!!
Shout out to Deep South Entertainment! Amy Cox and her team came through Big Time!! Awesome group with which to work!!!
Night one featured Marcy Playground rocking the house for everyone in attendance!! They topped off night one with an epic...
2024-05-2122 min
LE SON D'APRÈS61 | Pépites oubliées, sous-marin et retournement de vesteRetrouvez-nous sur Instagram et Twitter @lesondapres.Pour participer au questionnaire du Son d'Après, c'est par ici : https://forms.gle/LDHhfpPu8nJYFExw8 ou sur linktr.ee/lesondapresLes titres présentés : Velvet Negroni - Poster ChildRauw Alejandro - De Carolina (Ft DJ Plaverc)Ferkat Al Ard - EntazerniDina Summer - MirageAutres références :Playlist LE SON D'APRÈS dispo sur Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer & YouTube !Si vous nous trouvez pas, liens ici : https://linktr.ee/lesondapresVELVET NEGRONINova...
2023-02-1354 min
Parallax Views w/ J.G. MichaelREPLAY: The Sordid Saga of Jeffrey Epstein: The Les Wexner Connection
On this edition of Parallax Views, Les Wexner, the founder of L Brands and former CEO of Victoria's Secrets, has come under scrutiny in the past year for his close association with the late billionaire pedophile "International Man of Mystery" Jeffrey Epstein. In some ways Wexner's association with the wealthy abuser can be considered the "Ohio Connection" to the sordid saga of Jeffrey Epstein. Lawyer, professor of political science, and maverick Columbus, Ohio-based journalist Dr. Robert Fitrakis joins, who has been investigating the Wexner/Epstein story since the 1990s, joins us to discuss this aspect of the...
2021-01-011h 09
Parallax Views w/ J.G. MichaelThe Sordid Saga of Jeffrey Epstein: The Les Wexner Connection w/ Bob Fitrakis
On this edition of Parallax Views, Les Wexner, the founder of L Brands and former CEO of Victoria's Secrets, has come under scrutiny in the past year for his close association with the late billionaire pedophile "International Man of Mystery" Jeffrey Epstein. In some ways Wexner's association with the wealthy abuser can be considered the "Ohio Connection" to the sordid saga of Jeffrey Epstein. Lawyer, professor of political science, and maverick Columbus, Ohio-based journalist Dr. Robert Fitrakis joins, who has been investigating the Wexner/Epstein story since the 1990s, joins us to discuss this aspect of the...
2020-07-171h 09
SoundONJanuary 30 through February 5 Music News & Interview with Michael WootenJessica Carson is here on the phone to talk about the Winter Walkabout which is happening Saturday February 2nd! Check out the details here! Foxfeather has a new music video for their single Come and Get Me. Check it out here! Mike Wooten is here today! Mike is a drummer that has been around the industry for a very long time, and has played with some names you’ve definitely heard including Leftover Salmon, Navarro, and Carol King. We’re honored to have him here today and excited to chat with him!
2019-01-3100 min
SoundONNovember 14 through November 20 Music NewsHere is your front range music news for the week! Kyle Donovan will be our guest next week. We'll be talking about his new album, Then and Now, how Kyle started singing, and a whole bunch more! If you are a musician or venue, send us your show calendar. info@soundonpodcast.com. Music News Wednesday Nov 14 East Moon Sushi Andy Eppler and Antonio Lopez at 5PM Still Cellars MoJazz Duo at 6:30PM Hodi’s Half Note - Ft Collins The...
2018-11-1400 min