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NightSide With Dan ReaNightSide With Dan ReaNightside News Update 10/16/24We kick off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! ChiHae Kwan, OD, Director of Optometry at the New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical Center with Halloween Eye Safety: Protecting Your Eyes During the Spooky Season.Dr. Ivan Misner – author of The 3rd Paradigm: A Radical Shift to Greater Success discusses how to avoid burnout, overwhelm, and boundary setting at work!Gregg Murset - CEO of BusyKid and the Consumer Price Index - Food prices up again – groceries rose 0.4% (highe...2024-10-1739 minLong Overdue: A Franklin Public Library PodcastLong Overdue: A Franklin Public Library PodcastSummer Reading Program 2024 June EpisodeIn this episode librarians Briony, Sam, and Sarah talk about their recent reads and what they're excited to read about this summer. In this episode we talked about: Shut Up, This Is Serious by Carolina Ixta The Duke and I by Julia Quinn The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn Maybe Next Time by Cesca Major Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld We also mentioned: Throne of Glass Novel series by Sarah J. Maas A Court of...2024-05-3131 minJust the Zoo of UsJust the Zoo of Us193: Asian Water Monitor w/ Ivan Kwan!Join Ellen & special guest, naturalist Ivan Kwan, for a review of the scaly friends with the world’s most chaotic energy: Asian water monitors! We talked about the history and landscape of Singapore, smelling in stereo, Krakatoa, and the giant lizards showing up where you least expect them, from treetops to shipwrecks, racetracks and even toilets. It’s their world, we’re just living in it.Links:The photo Ivan mentioned of the water monitor in the shipwreck can be found on photographer Kriss Sieniawski's Instagram. Follow Ivan on Twitter and Instagram!Check out Ivan's podcast, Wild Re...2023-05-181h 20CinemaNET+CinemaNET+CinemaNET 1275: Comentarios de la ceremonia y ganadores del Óscar 2023Podcast 1275: Charlie Del Río (@charliedelrio), junto con Iván Morales (@IvanMorales) de @CinePREMIERE, presentan un episodio más de CROSSOVER: el esfuerzo conjunto entre CinemaNET y CinePREMIERE. En esta ocasión conversan sobre la ceremonia y resultados de la entrega 95 de los Academy Awards, los Óscars, que se llevó a cabo el 12 de Marzo del 2023. Lista de ganadores MEJOR PELÍCULA DE ANIMACIÓN     Pinocho, de Guillermo Del Toro MEJOR ACTOR DE REPARTO     Ke Huy Quan (Todo en todas partes al mismo tiempo) MEJOR ACTRIZ DE REPARTO    2023-03-1448 minThe Future of Figure SkatingThe Future of Figure SkatingDr Tina ChenEpisode Notes In this episode, a conversation with Dr. Tina Chen, member of Skate Canada's Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee. We talk cultural and systemic change, gender inclusion, combatting anti-Asian and anti-Bthe lack racism, and ethical choreography. Tina Chen has been named one of Canada’s 100 most powerful women. She is a distinguished professor of History at the University of Manitoba. Her teaching and research interests are in the areas of modern Chinese history, anti-colonial solidarity movements, feminist and socialist projects for social justice, and histories of race and anti-racism. She has long advocated fo...2022-11-3000 minBlockbusters and BirdwalksBlockbusters and BirdwalksCENSORSHIP, a conversation – Part 5: “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” (1984)This is the fifth part of an eight-part series about American movie ratings. Part 1 focused on Prano Baily-Bond’s “Censor”. Part 2 focused on Mike Nichols’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”. Part 3 focused on Brian DePalma’s “Greetings”. Part 4 focused on Gordon Flemyng’s “The Split”.Future episodes will focus on Garry Marshall’s “The Flamingo Kid” (1984), John McNaughton’s “Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer” (1986), and Philip Kaufmans’s “Henry & June” (1990).***Referenced media:“Raiders of the Lost Ark” (Steven Spielberg, 1981)“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” (Steven Spielberg, 1989)“Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” (Steven Spi...2022-08-0843 minLocked On Guardians - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland GuardiansLocked On Guardians - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland GuardiansTalking About Austin Meadows and Cole Sulser. Wednesday Wrap Up Ivan Melendez of Texas University We talk about the Austin Meadows deal. I get into why the Rays did this, and why they are likely better for making this trade. I talk about why Meadows would have been an upgrade for the Guardians but not as much as most people think. We talk about why he would not have been an ideal outfielder and why I think Steven Kwan could outperform him.  We discussed the other trade that occurred that was one that I think might have been more helpful for the Cleveland Guardians. Ohio kid Tanner Scott and former Guardians farmhand were traded from t...2022-04-0628 minWildlife Observer Network (Archived)Wildlife Observer Network (Archived)Urban Wildlife Podcast: Singapore WildlifeTony and Billy talk with Singapore nature guide Ivan Kwan about wild boar, huge water monitor lizards, introduced myna birds, and what it's like to explore nature in one of the world's greenest cities. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wildlife-observer-network/support2021-03-0439 minUrban Wildlife PodcastUrban Wildlife PodcastSingapore WildlifeTony and Billy talk with Singapore nature guide Ivan Kwan about wild boar, huge water monitor lizards, introduced myna birds, and what it’s like to explore nature in one of the world’s greenest cities, Singapore.2021-03-0439 minPrivacy and SurveillancePrivacy and SurveillanceStare Into The Lights My PrettiesFeature documentary by Jordan Brown https://jore.cc/ We live in a world of screens. The average adult spends the majority of their waking hours in front of some sort of screen or device. We’re enthralled, we’re addicted to these machines. How did we get here? Who benefits? What are the cumulative impacts on people, society and the environment? What may come next if this culture is left unchecked, to its end trajectory, and is that what we want? Stare Into The Lights My Pretties investigates these questions with an urge to retu...2020-12-2800 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastTaya, Andrew & Ben | Crushing Instagram StoriesSpecial roundtable edition featuring agents Taya DiCarlo, Andrew Jevin and Ben Pinel as they share tips, tricks, strategies and their approach to Instagram Stories. Follow Taya DiCarlo on Instagram @tayadicarlo Follow Andrew Jevin on Instagram @thesnappingrealtor Follow Ben Pinel on Instagram @benyprealty2020-03-0928 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastAndrew Sobel | Boston Student Housing Investment & MoreAgent Andrew Sobel shares his knowledge on the student housing investments that parents tend to make in the Boston area as well as what it is like working with C-suite executives. All that and more on this episode of the Agents of Compass podcast.2020-02-2436 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastConnie & Kenny | The Importance of Authentic BrandingConnie Chung and Kenny Gong are team members in the San Fransisco area based off the friendship they've built with one another in the real estate industry. What I love so much about the two of them is how they truly embrace their personalities, interests and the authenticity of themselves shows through in every medium they put content out on.2020-02-1040 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastThrowback: Leonard Steinberg | How a Fake British Accent Provided AdvantagesThis conversation I had with Leonard is one of my absolute favorites.  So many personal stories from his real estate career that turned into to teaching moments. Be ready to listen with pen and paper in hand, as there are many note worthy points in this episode! Follow Leonard Steinberg on Instagram @leonardsteinbergteam  2020-01-1342 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastThrowback: Gary Vaynerchuk | Growing your Real Estate BusinessEnjoy this throwback episode with CEO Gary Vaynerchuk originally released back in January 20192019-12-3020 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJoe Quiros & Kelly Waters | How to Hire Team Members for the LongtermNew York City agents Joe Quiros and Kelly Waters are both one half of the Joe + Kelly team. The growth and success of their team came with many learning opportunities along the way that centered around hiring.2019-12-1645 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastThrowback: Taya DiCarlo | From Closing $1 to $10M While PregnantTaya DiCarlo is one of my personal favorite real estate agents to follow on social media. Maybe it's her charisma or the thoughtfully planned out posts for this LA agent who originally grew up in the San Francisco area. Growing up and being involved in student council and cheer, the plan for Taya was to attend the University of Oregon to study journalism and become an on-air reporter... not real estate. Follow Taya DiCarlo on Instagram @tayadicarlo AGENTS ASK AUDIENCE: Do you set boundaries on your working hours? 2019-12-0232 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastLeslie MacKinnon | Neighborhood Coloring Book Grabs AttentionBoston agent Leslie MacKinnon has so much to share with her past experience in advertising and photography but what caught my eye about Leslie was the creative marketing approach with a neighborhood coloring book idea that she executed on. Follow Leslie on Instagram: @lesliesellshouses2019-11-1836 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastSkye Michiels | Growing Your Referral BusinessSkye Michiels is the Managing Director out of Philadelphia who once started as a history teacher before settling in real estate. Michiels shares the keys to building a referral business especially in such a crowded marketplace. Don't forget to sign up for Fall REtreat (exclusive for Compass agents) being held in Miami, FL November 13-15. Sign up by following the link below: bit.ly/retreatmiami192019-11-0438 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastAndrew Jevin | Social Media Tips and NetworkingAndrew Jevin, agent out of Santa Monica, CA spends most of his time relationship building, connecting with clients and garnering new business all through his social media platforms. Jevin provides everyday tips and tricks to help in building your relationships online. Don't forget to sign up for Fall REtreat (exclusive for Compass agents) being held in Miami, FL November 13-15. Sign up by following the link below: bit.ly/retreatmiami192019-10-2150 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastMatt Breitenbach | Selling the Hamptons at Age 22Starting out in real estate at the young age of 22, Matt Breitenbach focuses on the Hampton area since working with his mom at a young age. Now building his own business working luxury clients as well as athletes and entertainers, Matt shares his keys to success.2019-10-0734 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJames Michael Angelo | Realtor Who Didn't Know LeBron JamesThere is so much to know about James Michael Angelo other than his viral moment with NBA superstar LeBron James on a New York city subway, but the story is always a great attention grabber. As someone who was always in the entertainment industry, James parlayed those skills into real estate and is building a business for himself and bringing his past experience at Corcoran to Compass.2019-09-2333 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastRob Kallick | Take Sunset: Real Estate in HollywoodRob has a true passion for architecture and extensive knowledge of the real estate inventory in Los Angeles. He offers unparalleled professional representation and solid negotiation and transaction skills, backed up by strong relationships with the area's top agents. Rob's exceptional skills have not gone unnoticed. Apartment Therapy named Rob one of the top go-to real estate agents in Los Angeles for architectural homes.2019-09-0931 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastPaul & Marquette Reddam | Creating A Consistent BrandPaul and Marquette Reddam, a husband and wife team of Austin, Texas that first caught my eye through one of their music videos on YouTube. Chatting about transitioning from managing their own brokerage to now Compass while maintaining a consistent brand through it all. Along with the multitude of content ideas they come up with and execute on.2019-08-2632 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastDanny Brown | Turning to Real Estate After Baseball and MusicLifelong Angelino Danny Brown joins me on the podcast as we discuss life before real estate for him which consisted of being a high-level collegiate athlete and managing musical artists. Danny now produces his own podcast which has been an idea for over several years but more recently an idea turned reality. 2019-08-1243 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastMartin Eiden | Tips on Staging and Importance of the PressMartin Eiden comes to us from New York City with over 20 years of experience in real estate. We focus on on the importance of staging as he shares tips that all agents can incorporate into their business, why Martin feels the press really helps in a time dominated by social media. Martin also is part of the Sports & Entertainment division with Compass so we chat on what it is like working with clients from that sphere.2019-07-2947 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastInna Rubinchik | Inside Scoop to the World of LeasesInna Rubinchik provides her insight as a leasing director and how her sole business and come comes from working with leasing clients.2019-07-1542 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastPeter Lorimer | Individuality is the Key to SuccessThe man behind PLG estates in Beverly Hills, Peter Lorimer had tremendous success as a record producer before coming to the US, working along sides some of the biggest recording artists of the 80's and 90's and having over 30 #1's in the Billboard Club Charts and another 25 around the world. Now with a focus on real estate and over 150 agents under him, he shares how he is able to find individuality in his business to separate him from others.2019-07-0142 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastHaley Garcia | How Theming Days Increase ProductivityHouston agent Haley Garcia was such a pleasure to speak with and the knowledge she shared in helping other in the industry in finding their successes. How showcasing your authentic self will lead to the clients you want and will enjoy working with. Haley has also adopted theme days in her week and how that has become her staple in becoming more productive and focused during her week.2019-06-1838 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastLevi Meyer | Incorporating Tech Trends into Real EstateMiami agent Levi Meyer becomes a kid in a candy store when it comes to new tech gadgets and advancements. Always having an interest and want to be a first mover in incorporating what is new into his real estate business and how it can improve the client experience when buying or selling. 2019-06-0344 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastRob Giem | Mistakenly Becoming a Real Estate AgentFounding Newport Beach agent Rob Giem, is well known in the luxury real estate market but not much is ever seen or heard from him. His unique way of conducting his business is a mystery to many and Rob shares some of those stories and more.2019-05-2248 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastAmit Bhuta | Building a Nationwide Referral Network and Being a Media CompanyMiami agent Amit Bhuta always has the mindset of putting himself in the consumers position. Whether it may be someone who casually consumes his content online or another agent looking to seek some advice from Amit himself, his goal is to help and provide value with zero expectations in return.  2019-05-0634 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastThrowback: Kacey Taormina | How Reality TV Helped by BusinessA Southern California native, Kacey grew up in Anaheim, CA: home to the "happiest place on earth," Disneyland. You'd think someone living so close to performing arts and entertainment that it would influence her interest, but Kacey had zero interest in being on television. But when the opportunity came along to be part of Bravo TV's "Real Estate Wars," Kacey decided not to pass. Hear in what way the television appearance helped her business and how she incorporates her interest of health and fitness into real estate.   Be sure to watch follow Kacey on Instagram @k...2019-04-2225 minTop Real Estate Agents Tell How They Do It: Jere Metcalf PodcastTop Real Estate Agents Tell How They Do It: Jere Metcalf Podcast116. Ivan Kwan Interview: How the common denominator of all success is aligning your strengths to the needs of your clients.Today I am talking with Ivan Kwan, an Agent Success Manager of Compass in Orange County California. Ivan has been with Compass in Orange County from the beginning. He started as a Marketing Assistant for Megan Varga helping grow her business and presence in her market. Since then he has become an Agent Success Manager of Compass and oversees and helps agents succeed throughout the company. He talks about the common denominators for agents that includes finding your rhythm for success, defining what success is for you, and breaking through the next levels for success if that's what you...2019-04-1249 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJere Metcalf | When Your Friends Don't Hire YouAtlanta based agent Jere Metcalf shares her journey from having no car and no connections to the point where her best friends wouldn’t hire her. Discussing how she puts deals together instead of waiting for business to come to her and what it means to provide value to your clients. In addition, how projects she hosts such as luncheons where she is bringing her friends together to meet each other and her weekly podcast are helping to fuel her business.2019-04-0841 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJosh Higgins | Closing Over 100 Referral Clients and Power of Client EventsSan Diego agent Josh Higgins' success has a large part to do with the amount of client referrals business he conducts. Josh shares his experience on how he's created this opportunity for himself as well as the client events he hosts several times a year which tends to always be a hit.2019-03-2542 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJenna McKay | Closing a Deal via Instagram & Event MarketingEntering real estate from having a background in branding and marketing, Jenna left sunny California for a real estate career in New York City knowing little to nobody. In her few years in real estate she has learned quickly and has grown quite the organic Instagram community. Jenna shares her story of finding her client on Instagram, content tips and advice as well as insights on her recent event that she hosted at the Compass office.2019-03-1238 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJason Cassity | Marketing in a Milennial MindsetWe can all agree the the landscape of real estate marketing is changing and the mediums at which we are able to grab peoples attention is different as well.  San Diego agent Jason Cassity is someone who I feel is dping so many things right when it comes to this generation of real estate agents and claims it's easy for him because it is all he's ever known since he gre up on the internet.2019-02-2636 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastJason Mesnick | Former Bachelor Contestant Turned RealA former contestant on the hit reality show 'The Bachelor,' Jason recalls his time back on the show, what he got out of the experience and how that has lead him to his new career path in real estate. Jason says he had times where it was tough being known as a reality tv star and felt bad using that to grow his business. But has not discovered how he is able to make it a part of what he does and the people he interacts with.2019-02-1231 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastDale Austin | When's A Good Time to Build Your TeamA true entrepreneur from his childhood, Dale started earning money through managing vending machines, later starting a pet grooming business with his wife to now transitioning to real estate. Along the way, he's picked up knowledge from a variety of experiences. To the point in growing his real estate team when it may not have seemed like the most feasible option at that moment in time.2019-01-2942 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastGary Vaynerchuk | Growing your Real Estate BusinessGary Vaynerchuk joins the Agents of Compass podcast to answer questions and share practical tips that agents can use to grow their business. Being in a role where I am in contact with many agents, I did my best in asking the questions I thought would bring value. Enjoy!2019-01-1520 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastMichaela Morton | Building a Business Through RentalsStarting her career in the arts a a performer, actor and writer, Michaela shares how she moved from one area into real estate and working in a highly competitive New York market.  When rentals are typically overlooked by many agents, Michaela took it upon herself to seize these opportunities in growing her business to what it is today.  Connect with Michaela on Instagram @mich.aela.m2018-12-3138 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastDylan Mason | Why Door Knocking Can Still Be ValuableOne of the founding agents of Compass Newport Beach, Dylan Mason shares his story of moving to Southern California in search of starting his real estate career.  More chances than not, you'll still find Dylan to this day knocking on doors discussing is favorite wine parings and NorCal sports teams.   Connect with Dylan on Instagram @ddmonster102018-12-1829 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastKevin Graf | Transitioning from NFL Athlete to RealtorComing off a Super Bowl appearance with the Atlanta Falcons, Kevin Graf now transitions from life in the NFL to becoming a real estate agent in Orange County. Listen to the challenges and thinking from a former athletes perspective.   Connect with Kevin on Instagram @kgraf772018-11-2820 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastDaniel Wright | Building Community Through Authentic InterestsWe all areas of interest that allow us to gain more knowledge than the average Joe and allow us to meet people we normally wouldn't. For New York agent, Daniel Wright that happened to be in the world of dance, performing and broadway. How his experience from performing on tour and currently being a part of organizations helps him build his community.   Connect with Daniel on Instagram @daniel_wright_realestate2018-11-1237 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastNaomi Klein | Working with Athletes in Real EstateBeing a sports fan myself, it was a great pleasure speaking with Naomi about what it's like to have clients who are professional athletes. About who the world differ because of their lifestyle, schedules and what they look for in a property. This is a great insight for anyone who's looking to learn more about clients who are a bit more public facing. Follow Naomi Klein on Instagram @sundaysinthecity_2018-10-2924 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastCindy Kelly | How Real Estate Was Always an AfterthoughtBeing a parent myself, I can understand as to why Cindy Kelly found it difficult to let go of security and making the leap to real estate. Hearing how she turned down opportunities in her corporate career to give herself the opportunity to finally start her own business is a story that is inspiring. Follow Cindy Kelly on Instagram @ckslive AGENTS ASK AUDIENCE: What info or services can I provide about Seattle to bring you value?2018-10-0132 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastLeonard Steinberg | How a Fake British Accent Provided AdvantagesThis conversation I had with Leonard is one of my absolute favorites.  So many personal stories from his real estate career that turned into to teaching moments. Be ready to listen with pen and paper in hand, as there are many note worthy points in this episode! Follow Leonard Steinberg on Instagram @leonardsteinbergteam AGENTS ASK AUDIENCE: What is it about real estate that gets you up in the mornings?2018-09-1742 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastTaya DiCarlo | From Closing $1 to $10M While PregnantTaya DiCarlo is one of my personal favorite real estate agents to follow on social media. Maybe it's her charisma or the thoughtfully planned out posts for this LA agent who originally grew up in the San Francisco area. Growing up and being involved in student council and cheer, the plan for Taya was to attend the University of Oregon to study journalism and become an on-air reporter... not real estate. Follow Taya DiCarlo on Instagram @tayadicarlo AGENTS ASK AUDIENCE: Do you set boundaries on your working hours? 2018-09-0332 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastAllison Goodhart | Living in a Real Estate Family and Best Blogging PracticesAllison Goodhart has been a part of real estate since the age of 5 and was practically born into the career field. From helping passing out pumpkins in the neighborhood during Halloween and flags during the Fourth of July, Allison would do whatever the family needed.  Going on to eventually work with real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran and coming back to help build the family business, Allison explains the family dynamics and shares best blogging practices that has worked for her. Follow Allison Goodhart on Instagram @allisongoodhart2018-08-2025 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastAri Afshar | Being a Practitioner in Social MediaGrowing up in Beverly Hills, CA was Ari Afshar. The kid who would stare out the window during class and not really be paying attention to what was happening within the four walls. More interested in the social aspect of school than the actual learning, Ari would admit to not being the smartest kid by any means. Eventually going on to work for his dad and later starting his own brokerage in 2007, Ari shares why he left real estate and eventually found his way back and how he using social media today to leverage his brand. 2018-08-0629 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastKacey Taormina | How Reality TV Helped by BusinessA Southern California native, Kacey grew up in Anaheim, CA: home to the "happiest place on earth," Disneyland. You'd think someone living so close to performing arts and entertainment that it would influence her interest, but Kacey had zero interest in being on television. But when the opportunity came along to be part of Bravo TV's "Real Estate Wars," Kacey decided not to pass. Hear in what way the television appearance helped her business and how she incorporates her interest of health and fitness into real estate.   Be sure to watch follow Kacey on Instagram @k...2018-07-2325 minAgents of Compass PodcastAgents of Compass PodcastBrian K. Lewis | From Broadway to a BrokerageKnown as the top 10 most innovative agents in America by Inman, Brian K. Lewis is known for his distinct creative storytelling and videos in marketing his properties. Selling homes wasn't always the dream since the beginning as Brian started off his career performing and gracing the broadway stage. That plan eventually took a pivot, taking his New York dreams into the real estate world.   Be sure to watch Brian's Property Movie Tours and follow him on Instagram @briankeithlewis   Royalty free music from Bensound2018-07-0530 minThe Criminal DocketThe Criminal Docket#57: Episode Fifty-Seven – The Right to Counsel: A Conversation with Utah Judge Michael W. KwanAs part of NACDL’s Public Defense Training Program, NACDL visited Utah to provide a free training to defense lawyers. While in Utah, NACDL Public Affairs & Communications Assistant Allie Funk had the opportunity to sit down with Judge Michael W. Kwan to discuss the right to counsel in America. Since 1998, Judge Kwan has served the Taylorsville Municipal Justice Court in Taylorsville, Utah, which is a suburb of Salt Lake City. This court is one of limited jurisdiction, meaning it handles Class B misdemeanors, Class C misdemeanors, and infractions. Judge Kwan presides over a range of charges, from speeding and mo...2018-04-1317 minKPFA - Making ContactKPFA - Making ContactLife, Breath, and Toxics: Lethal Negligence of Northeast and South L.A.From Norco, Louisiana to Flint, Michigan to Los Angeles, California – environmental racism is real. On this edition of Making Contact, we look at polluting industries in Northeast and South L.A. We begin with a story by Making Contact’s Community Storytelling Fellow Ivan Rodriguez, followed by an interview with journalist Aura Bogado and Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis. Featuring: Ivan Maceda Rodriguez, Making Contact Community Storytelling Fellow; Aura Bogado, Journalist; Hilda Solis, Los Angeles County Supervisor. Credits: Host: Jasmin Lopez Producers: Moni...2016-03-1804 minKPFA - Making ContactKPFA - Making ContactLiving Downstream ENCOREThis is a special encore edition. Renowned biologist Sandra Steingraber has made fighting environmentally induced cancers her lifes work.  Steingraber’s book, Living Downstream, has been turned into a movie chronicling a year in her life trying to create a world free of cancer causing toxics.  On this edition, we hear excerpts of the documentary film, Living Downstream. Special thanks to The People’s Picture Company for allowing us to excerpt the film ‘Living Downstream’. Featuring: Sandra Steingraber, author of Living Downstream: An Ecologist’s Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment Host:2015-07-2404 minKPFA - Making ContactKPFA - Making ContactWhy We Owe: David Graeber on the Origins of DebtFrom unpaid bills to entire governments facing bankruptcy, debt is never far from our minds or the news. It’s deeply embedded in our lives: our language, culture, even major religions. It’s also at the heart of many of our most pressing political debates. But have you ever thought about where debt comes from? On this edition of Making Contact we hear from Anthropologist David Graeber, author of “Debt: The First 5,000 Years.” Graeber traces the history of debt and asks what might we learn from how societies in the past dealt with it. His 2011 talk was recorded by Allan Ca...2015-07-1704 minD·Kay Presents \D·Kay Presents "Special Vocal's Sessions"Dkay Pres. Vocal's Trance Sessions Episode 0101.Antillas / Damage 2.Keep it coming / Starkillers ft Nadia Ali 3.Don’t give up / Kwan Hendry ft Soulcream 4.It’s too late / JES 5.Call my name / Sultan & Ned Shepard ft Nadia Ali 6.A millon stars / Bt ft Kirsty Hawkshaw 7.This is your life / EDX ft Nadia ali 8.Room for happiness / Kaskade ft Skylar Grey 9.In my mind / Ivan Gough & Fennix Pawl 10.Helpless / Myon & Shane54 ft Aruna 11.Live forever / Ferry Corsten ft Aruna 12.So please 2010 / Enmass ft Cari Golden 13.Come home / Arty Pres. Alpha 9 14.Love comes again / Tiesto ft Bt 15.Sun & moon / A&B ft Richard Bedford 16.Come with me to Dubai / Suns2012-04-071h 20D·Kay Presents \D·Kay Presents "Special Vocal's Sessions"Dkay Pres. Vocal's Trance Sessions Episode 0101.Antillas / Damage 2.Keep it coming / Starkillers ft Nadia Ali 3.Don’t give up / Kwan Hendry ft Soulcream 4.It’s too late / JES 5.Call my name / Sultan & Ned Shepard ft Nadia Ali 6.A millon stars / Bt ft Kirsty Hawkshaw 7.This is your life / EDX ft Nadia ali 8.Room for happiness / Kaskade ft Skylar Grey 9.In my mind / Ivan Gough & Fennix Pawl 10.Helpless / Myon & Shane54 ft Aruna 11.Live forever / Ferry Corsten ft Aruna 12.So please 2010 / Enmass ft Cari Golden 13.Come home / Arty Pres. Alpha 9 14.Love comes again / Tiesto ft Bt 15.Sun & moon / A&B ft Richard Bedford 16.Come with me to Dubai / Suns2012-04-071h 20D·Kay Presents \D·Kay Presents "Special Vocal's Sessions"Dkay Pres. Vocal's Trance Sessions Episode 0101.Antillas / Damage 2.Keep it coming / Starkillers ft Nadia Ali 3.Don’t give up / Kwan Hendry ft Soulcream 4.It’s too late / JES 5.Call my name / Sultan & Ned Shepard ft Nadia Ali 6.A millon stars / Bt ft Kirsty Hawkshaw 7.This is your life / EDX ft Nadia ali 8.Room for happiness / Kaskade ft Skylar Grey 9.In my mind / Ivan Gough & Fennix Pawl 10.Helpless / Myon & Shane54 ft Aruna 11.Live forever / Ferry Corsten ft Aruna 12.So please 2010 / Enmass ft Cari Golden 13.Come home / Arty Pres. Alpha 9 14.Love comes again / Tiesto ft Bt 15.Sun & moon / A&B ft Richard Bedford 16.Come with me to Dubai / Suns2012-04-071h 20