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First Friday with Georgetown CountyTaxes, Tactics & Track: May Updates from Georgetown County Episode Description:
In this episode of First Friday with Georgetown County, we spotlight three timely topics shaping life in our community this May:
Capital Project Sales Tax Begins – Administrative Services Director Walt Ackerman explains how the 1% Capital Project Sales Tax, which went into effect May 1, will support critical infrastructure and community improvements across Georgetown County.
Mosquito Season Kicks Off – Roban Mears of the Georgetown County Mosquito Control Division shares what residents can expect as the county begins its seasonal spraying operations and how the public can help reduce mosquito breeding grounds.
Anthu...2025-05-0232 min
The Precision-Guided PodcastEpisode 72: Behind the Curtain: U.S. Counterterrorism Policy, October 7th, and the Future Threat LandscapeThe terrorism threat landscape is an extremely complex phenomenon that evolves on a daily basis. In turn, appropriate solutions and countermeasures are also subject to change. Peyton Taylor (SSP’25) hosts Professor Christopher P. Costa, U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) to discuss the broad terrorism landscape that the world faces currently. Costa shares creative and timely insights into subjects such as U.S. counter-terrorism policy, the events leading up to the October 7th attack, what role hostage taking has had in the war between Israel and Hamas, as well as the long-term implications the war could have. 2025-02-0432 min
37th & The World37th & The World: The Growing Threat of Technology–Facilitated Gender–Based Violence (TFGBV)As the digital landscape evolves, the "growing threat and consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) must be addressed by those working to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda," argues Kristine Bekgaard, a Research Fellow at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWIPS).In this episode, GJIA sits down with Kristine Baekgaard and Joshua Allen, previously a research fellow at GIWIPS, to discuss this emerging issue in Women, Peace, and Security.Contact Us! Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head...2024-11-2531 min37th & The World37th & The World: The Growing Threat of Technology–Facilitated Gender–Based Violence (TFGBV)As the digital landscape evolves, the "growing threat and consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) must be addressed by those working to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda," argues Kristine Bekgaard, a Research Fellow at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWIPS).In this episode, GJIA sits down with Kristine Baekgaard and Joshua Allen, previously a research fellow at GIWIPS, to discuss this emerging issue in Women, Peace, and Security.Contact Us! Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head...2024-11-0631 min37th & The World37th & The World: Women, Faith, and Peace Solutions in the Middle East and EurasiaThe role of women and religion in helping resolve geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East and Eurasia can be an integral factor. As scholars like Dr. Kadayifci-Orellana have studied, peaceful interpretations of religion can be interpreted into resolution solutions. Women, too, play an important part role in these regions, but often need the help of non-profit organizations. GJIA sits down with Dr. S. Ayse Kadayifci-Orellana, an affiliate researcher at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security, to discuss the potential role of religion and women in these regions.Contact Us! Support the...2024-06-2630 min37th & The World37th & The World: Inside the Russia-Ukraine WarIn this episode, GJIA sits down with Dr. Lise Howard to delve into the Russia-Ukraine war, which erupted on February 24, 2022, when Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war marked a severe escalation of tensions dating back to Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and support for eastern Ukrainian separatists. Dr. Howard is a Government and Foreign Service Professor at Georgetown University and President of the Academic Council on the UN System (ACUNS). Her recent book, Power in Peacekeeping, (Cambridge University Press 2019) won the 2021 ISSS Book Award from the International Studies Association. Contact Us! Sup...2024-05-2931 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesFrom Zimbabwe to Georgetown: Anesu's Journey of Faith, Perseverance, and PurposeIn this heartfelt episode of African Voices, we sit down with Anesu, a Zimbabwean student at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, to discuss his inspiring journey from Africa to the United States. Anesu shares his story of growing up in Zimbabwe and Kenya, the challenges he faced in pursuing his dream of studying in America, and the unwavering faith and perseverance that carried him through.
He opens up about his decision to pivot from a pre-law track to a Master's in Management, the valuable lessons he's learned at Georgetown, and his aspirations to...2024-05-1046 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesFrom Jamaica to Georgetown: Ramon's Journey to Pursue Real Estate and Making an ImpactIn this episode of African Voices, we chat with Ramon, a Jamaican student at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business.
Ramon shares his experiences growing up in Jamaica, attending the prestigious Campion College, and working in finance before deciding to pursue an MBA in the United States. He discusses the challenges and rewards of the MBA application process, the rigors of the academic program, and his internship experience in real estate in New York City.
Ramon also shares his long-term career aspirations to own and operate a portfolio of assets, become a leader in his...2024-05-1031 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesNavigating the Path to Impact Investing: Maya's Journey from South Africa to GeorgetownIn this episode of African Voices, we sit down with Maya, a student at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, to discuss her unique journey from South Africa to pursuing a Masters of Science in Environment and Sustainability Management.
Maya shares her experiences working in the male-dominated private equity industry in South Africa, and how she founded a network called Womvest to support women investing in women-led businesses.
She also discusses her decision to pursue a specialized graduate degree to pivot towards becoming an impact investment professional, and the importance of being intentional and strategic...2024-04-2630 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesFrom Springfield to Georgetown: Kilandra's Journey of Personal Growth and Community BuildingIn this inspiring episode of African Voices, we sit down with Kilandra Bass, a second-year MBA student at Georgetown University. Kilandra shares her journey from Springfield, Massachusetts, to pursuing her dreams in the world of business.
She discusses her diverse professional background, from working as a janitor at Six Flags to her experiences in finance and the fashion industry at Ralph Lauren. Kilandra opens up about her decision to pursue an MBA, the impact her mother's education had on her family, and her determination to make the most of her time at Georgetown.
She also...2024-04-2626 min37th & The World37th & The World: What happened to America's pandas?Earlier this month, thousands of visitors flocked to Washington's National Zoo and watched as the famed three giant pandas left DC on a plane back to Beijing. How has this affected US-China relations, and what does the recent APEC summit mean for future US-China diplomacy? 37th & The World sits down with Dennis Wilder, a former senior American intelligence official currently serving as a professor of practice at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service and a senior fellow of Georgetown's Initiative for US-China Dialogue on Global Issues. He is also a member of the National Committee on US-China...2023-11-2914 min