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Firing Line with Margaret HooverMarketcraft and the Meta antitrust trial, with Facebook co-founder Chris HughesFacebook co-founder Chris Hughes joins Margaret Hoover to discuss his new book, “Marketcrafters,” in which he examines how American policymakers have shaped markets for social and political goals over the last century.Hughes, who is now pursuing a PhD in economics at the University of Pennsylvania, sees growing support on the left and the right for using the levers of government to cultivate markets for the common good.Hughes says that President Trump’s tariffs are not marketcraft but "government by impulse,” and he envisions a marketcraft policy that could tackle the cost of living crisis t...2025-06-1448 min
The Nation's Leaders from Coast to CoastProfile of Senator Margaret Hassan (Democrat) NHEarly Life and Education
Margaret Hassan was born on February 27, 1958, in Boston, Massachusetts. She grew up in a family that valued public service; her father was a World War II veteran, and her mother was a teacher. This environment instilled in her a deep sense of duty and community involvement from a young age. Hassan attended Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, where she was known for her leadership qualities and academic excellence. After high school, she pursued higher education at Brown University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Her interest in public policy led her to further...2025-05-2911 minThe Nation's Leaders from Coast to CoastProfile of Senator Margaret Hassan (Democrat) NHEarly Life and Education
Margaret Hassan was born on February 27, 1958, in Boston, Massachusetts. She grew up in a family that valued public service; her father was a World War II veteran, and her mother was a teacher. This environment instilled in her a deep sense of duty and community involvement from a young age. Hassan attended Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, where she was known for her leadership qualities and academic excellence. After high school, she pursued higher education at Brown University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Her interest in public policy led her to further...2025-05-2911 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverGodmother of AI Dr. Fei-Fei Li on the ‘double-edged sword’ of artificial intelligenceDr. Fei-Fei Li, known as the godmother of AI, talks to Margaret Hoover about the ethical development of artificial intelligence and the challenge of regulating the rapidly advancing technology.Li, who recently received a lifetime achievement award at the Webbys for her AI research, explains why she focuses her work on “human-centered AI” and how she believes human dignity can be protected as AI progresses.Li discusses the role of government funding in academic research and the importance of diversity in science, and she outlines a pragmatic approach to AI governance rooted in science, rather than...2025-05-2442 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverThe trouble with tariffs, with conservative economist Glenn HubbardAs the world reels from President Trump’s trade war, conservative economist Glenn Hubbard joins Margaret Hoover to discuss the impact of Trump’s tariffs, his doubts on the return of manufacturing jobs, and the difficulty of decoupling from China.While Hubbard credits President Trump with recognizing the problems of globalization, he says tariffs are not the way to fix the problem. “It means higher prices, disrupted supply chains, job losses and lost output,” he says, adding that it also creates uncertainty for businesses.Hubbard, who once served as chair of Pres. George W. Bush’s Council...2025-04-1942 min
Wilderness WavelengthEp 53- Northern Rockies Museum (Feat. Margaret Schultz)Margaret Schultz, the Operations and Programming Manager for the Northern Rockies Museum of Culture and Heritage, joins us on this episode! Margarets' passion for history shines through and she tells us about some of the great things that are happening at the Museum. Scott Sunderwald takes us back in time as we break down the history of the Hinton area and the Northern rockies. Starting from as far back as 12,000 years ago and history of the ancient cultures, into the David Thompson era of the early 1800s, the fur trade, voyageur expeditions, the overlanders, and up into coal...2025-03-3057 min
Between The CoversBig Feelings in a Small British Town in George Eliot's MiddlemarchJay and Stacey discuss a novel dear to both of their hearts, George Eliot's Middlemarch, where marriage, aspiration, ambition and social class shape the lives of characters in a small English community in the 1800s. Eliot has written of England's past in her lovable novel, just as Edith Wharton has written of the Old New York of her childhood in Chaos Reader's pick this week, The Age of Innocence.
2025-03-1846 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverPeggy Noonan: GOP senators ‘will regret it’ if they don’t serve as check on TrumpBest-selling author and Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Peggy Noonan sits down with Margaret Hoover to discuss the presidential election, Donald Trump’s second term, and her new book, A Certain Idea of America.
Noonan, a former speechwriter for Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, details the Republican Party’s evolution since the 1980s and the party’s political and cultural missteps that provided a launching pad for Trump.
The Wall Street Journal columnist assesses controversial Trump Cabinet nominees like Kash Patel and Pete Hegseth and talks about the need for Republican senators to take their...2024-12-2148 min
Beyond I DoA Son's Love with Guest Dr. George AckermanIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Dr. George Ackerman, founder of TogetherForSharon®, a movement created in memory of his beloved mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman, who passed away from Parkinson’s Disease on January 1, 2020. George shares his journey from Brooklyn, N.Y., to Florida and how his mother's battle with Parkinson’s inspired him to take action. TogetherForSharon® reaches thousands nationwide, raising awareness, sharing hope, and connecting with the Parkinson’s community. Tune in to hear George’s story and learn how he’s making a difference by honoring his mother’s legacy and advocating for a cure.2024-12-1038 min
The Innovator's Mindset PodcastDr. Margaret Coates: Leading Through Lifting Staff - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast S5 EP46Dr. Margaret Coates joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! Dr. Coates and George Couros have a great conversation about what makes teachers want to teach, why relationships matter, and how to celebrate and communicate the everyday learning happening in classrooms. Be sure to check out this episode to learn all about why Couros says that Dr. Coates is adored by her staff!
Quotes:
“The student was saying things like girl power, you got this kind of thing and just encouraging me.” - Dr. Margaret Coates
Links:
Minutes with Margaret - https://www.owassops.org/superintendent/minutes-with-margaret
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The Innovator's Mindset Podcast3 Questions with Dr. Margaret Coates - The #InnovatorsMindset #PodcastWelcome to Three Questions with Dr. Margaret Coates! In this episode, Dr. Coates, the Superintendent of Owasso Public Schools shares her answers to these three questions:
What do you hope people get from your summits?
What impact do these summits have on schools?
What do you hope that summit participants get from the speakers?
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“I would advise my first-year self...don't be afraid to reach out to your colleagues and ask questions and ask for support and help.” -Dr. Margaret Coates
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Minutes with Margaret - https://www.owassops.org/superintendent/minutes-with-margaret
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Please share your thoughts with us on Twit...2024-11-1413 min
The Clinician's Corner#27: Nutrient-Rich Nourishment: Chef James Barry on Rediscovering Organ MeatsIn this episode of the RWS Clinician’s Corner, Margaret Floyd Barry is joined by her husband, Chef James Barry, who shares invaluable insights on changing mindsets about food, particularly the less commonly consumed yet highly nutritious organ meats. We explore how exposing children to diverse foods can expand their palates and discuss practical methods to integrate organ meats into everyday meals subtly and effectively. We discuss: The history of organ meats in the American diet Strategies for easing into organ meat consumption, including how to adapt recipes to include organ meats...2024-11-121h 07
Great Reads: The George Ronald PodcastThe Science and Art of Being Human with Margaret AppaDo you consider yourself untalented when it comes to art or, for that matter, any creative activity? Were you told early on in your education that you lacked talent or ability, that your energies would be better re-directed into something more scientific or “academic”?In her new book published by George Ronald, Margaret Appa sets out to challenge our conventional definitions and understanding of science and art, offering a fresh perspective - rooted in the Baha’i teachings - that could revolutionize how we view human potential. Every individual, she suggests, possesses the capacity for both - if we...2024-07-1223 min
Don't Say ContentAdaptive Content Marketing is the Way Through This Mess (with George Chasiotis)When times are changin' the rigidity of prescriptive playbooks simply don't work. Instead, companies need adaptive strategies that enable them to capitalize on timely opportunities (the term "growth hacks" comes to mind - with shame), and experiment constantly all while making progress towards their growth goals. Is this the marketing utopia we've all been waiting for? Who knows, but we're excited to hear more about this new, more flexible approach from founder/CEO of Minuttia & GrowthWaves, George Chasiotis.Resources: Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.dontsaycontent.com/Created in partnership with Share Your G...2024-06-0554 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverGeorge Conway explains why ‘narcissistic sociopath’ Trump is unfit for officeAs the end of Donald Trump’s first trial nears, Margaret Hoover sits down with conservative attorney and former Trump supporter George Conway to discuss the case and the prospect of another Trump presidency.
Conway defends the Manhattan prosecution, talks about watching Trump in the courtroom, and explains why he disagrees with those who say the case is driven by politics. He also argues Trump has received preferential treatment from the courts, including in the classified documents case overseen by Judge Aileen Cannon, who he says is “corrupt” and “not competent.”
Conway, whose ex-wife Kellyanne managed Tr...2024-05-2549 min
New Song1. Emily MargaretIn the premiere episode of New Song, artist Emily Margaret closely examines her unique R&B and folk style; a sound stemming from her Vermont roots and lifelong devotion to music. Through the performance of three original songs, Emily Margaret gives a look into her songwriting process and the ways in which she has been shaped into the artist she is today.Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi.Engineered by George Figgs.This podcast is brought to you by KGNU Community Radio.2024-05-1324 min
Places and Profiles Podcast with Adam CamacThe Life and Legacy of England's Controversial King Henry VIII with Author Margaret GeorgeMargaret George, author of "The Autobiography of Henry VIII: With Notes by His Fool, Will Somers: A Novel," joins host Adam Camac to discuss the life, legacy, controversies, accomplishments, wives, advisors, and kids of King Henry VIII of England. The show notes page for this episode can be found at placesandprofiles.com/22. 1:26 - The guest’s interest in King Henry VIII and her decision to write a book about him 3:19 - Overview of how King Henry VIII’s character changed over time and of just how complicated he was as a person 5:5...2024-04-2751 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverThe case for a colorblind America with Coleman HughesColeman Hughes, author of “The End of Race Politics,” joins Margaret Hoover to lay out his argument against race-based policies and in favor of a colorblind approach.
Hughes, host of the Conversations with Coleman podcast, traces the roots of his colorblind philosophy from the Civil War through the civil rights era, making the case that leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Bayard Rustin would have opposed the views of today’s anti-racist activists.
The descendant of a slave, Hughes tells Hoover why he rejects the notion of inherited trauma and why he believes class-based polici...2024-04-1356 minFiring Line with Margaret Hoover‘Life After Power’ author Jared Cohen on why the post-presidency mattersMargaret Hoover sits down with Jared Cohen, author of “Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House,” to discuss the unique role of the post-presidency in American democracy.
Cohen’s book explores how different ex-presidents have handled being out of power from Thomas Jefferson to George W. Bush. He explains why examining the lives of former presidents interested him and what can be learned from their experiences.
He reflects on John Quincy Adams’ “second act” as an abolitionist congressman, contrasts Herbert Hoover’s reputation as president with the notable accomplishment...2024-02-1751 min
Cover to CreditsAre You There God? It's Me, Margaret.This episode we discuss the classic Judy Blume novel, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. and the 2023 film adaptation directed by Kelly Fremon Craig. This story perfectly highlights the trials and tribulations of puberty, family, and the mysterious pursuit of God, all while delivering amazing comedy and beautiful moments between friends and family.
2024-01-171h 22Cover to CreditsAre You There God? It's Me, Margaret.This episode we discuss the classic Judy Blume novel, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. and the 2023 film adaptation directed by Kelly Fremon Craig. This story perfectly highlights the trials and tribulations of puberty, family, and the mysterious pursuit of God, all while delivering amazing comedy and beautiful moments between friends and family.
2024-01-171h 22Firing Line with Margaret HooverMitch Daniels warns soaring federal debt will lead to ‘enormous social betrayal’Republican Mitch Daniels, the former governor of Indiana and president of Purdue University, sits down with Margaret Hoover to discuss the dangers of rising federal debt, education reform, and fixing America’s broken politics.
Daniels, who worked for Ronald Reagan and served as director of President George W. Bush’s Office of Management and Budget, reflects on the nation’s failure under both Democratic and Republican administrations to rein in spending and reform programs like Social Security and Medicare–and he warns those decisions will have ‘unjust and unfair’ consequences.
After holding tuition at Purdue steady for o...2023-10-281h 11
The Readers & Writers PodcastReaders & Writers Podcast with Kathy GeorgeIn this episode, Jen Bowden is joined by Australian Gothic novelist Kathy George, to talk about her new book Estella.
Estella is a haunting and darkly beautiful retelling of Dicken's Great Expectations, in which the icily enigmatic anti-hero, Estella, tells her own story ... and changes the ending in this beguiling feminist take on a classic.
Estella is published by Harper Collins
Find out more about Kathy George
2023-08-2625 min
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondExploring the Lives of Henry VIII, Mary Queen of Scots, and Cleopatra with Author Margaret GeorgeMargaret George writes biographical novels about outsized historical characters: Henry VIII, Mary Queen of Scots, Cleopatra, Mary Magdalene, Helen of Troy, and Elizabeth I. Her latest, The Confessions of Young Nero, will be published in March. All six of her novels have been New York Times bestsellers, and the Cleopatra novel was made into an Emmy-nominated ABC-TV miniseries.
*This episode first aired in 2019, and it was so much fun that I'd wanted to share with you again!
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Host: Rebecca Larson
Guest: Margaret George
Edited by: Rebe...2023-05-1145 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverMinneapolis PD Chief Brian O’Hara: ‘Guns are designed to kill people’Brian O’Hara, the first new police chief appointed in Minneapolis since George Floyd’s murder, joins Margaret Hoover to discuss policing in America and the deep-seated issues impacting the relationships between communities and police across the country.
O’Hara, who previously led reform efforts as a captain in the Newark Police Department, reflects on how his experience in New Jersey prepared him for his new role at the helm of another troubled department.
With violent crime in Minneapolis starting to decline after a two-year surge, O’Hara addresses the underlying causes of gun violence, as well...2023-02-1846 min
Reed TalkEpisode 22 - Part 2 - Robert SheenaREED TALK Episode 22 Part 2 features Robert Sheena, solo English horn player of the Boston Symphony. He also teaches at Boston Conservatory’s School of Music, the Tanglewood Institute, and the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. In this episode, Rob shares valuable advice on taking English horn auditions and on the evolution of Sonnets, a piece commissioned for him by the BSO, and composed by George Tsontakis. Music excerpts: Três Peças Atlânticas: Chorinho baiano by Eurico Carrapatoso performed by Courtney Miller; Sonnets, movement 4 by George Tsontakis, performed by Robert Sheena and the Boston Symphony and Le Prudent from Cinquième Sui...2022-12-0515 minFiring Line with Margaret HooverFormer AG William Barr on Trump’s ‘monumental ego’ and legal perilFormer Attorney General William Barr reflects on his time in Donald Trump’s administration and tells Margaret Hoover why he thinks it would be a “tragedy” if Trump wins the GOP nomination.
Barr–who left the DOJ amid Trump’s baseless claims of a stolen election in December 2020– defends his own pre-election warnings about the potential for voter fraud, denies Trump’s frequent tweets ever influenced his work, and explains why he feels descriptions of January 6th as an attempted coup are “overdramatic.”
Barr, who also ran the Justice Department under President George H.W. Bush, discusses th...2022-11-191h 01
Martial Arts Media™ Business Podcast135 – How 'Teachable Moments' Drive This Martial Arts School’s Year Long Waiting ListSean Allen's thriving martial arts school supports his lifestyle of training, learning and surfing. Discover how his passion for teaching drives demand and impacts his community.IN THIS EPISODE:Sean Allen: The Antichrist of martial arts marketing?The 1 sentence that trumps all other martial arts marketing methodsHow the dunbar number boosts relationship between student and instructorCapturing 10% of your martial arts school’s target audienceTurning class challenges and discomfort into teachable moments Getting parents off the phone and focused on their kids martial arts class And more *Need help growing your martial arts schoo...2022-09-281h 02
Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsJust a Larger Family: Letters of Marie Williamson from the Canadian Home Front,1940–1944 by Tom Sharp, Mary F. WilliamsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/620630 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Just a Larger Family: Letters of Marie Williamson from the Canadian Home Front,1940–1944 Author: Tom Sharp, Mary F. Williamson Narrator: Meaghan Smith Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 19 hours 19 minutes Release date: August 24, 2022 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Letters from Canada to the mother of child war guests from Britain are "an extraordinary slice of wartime Canadian life." — J.L. Granatstein The Second World War had been under way for a year when Marie and John Williamson welcomed two English brothers to join them and their two children in their small hous...2022-08-2405 min
Sojourner Truth RadioSojourner Truth Black August special on George JacksonToday on Sojourner Truth we bring you our Black August Special featuring George Jackson. George Jackson was born in Chicago Illinois. He was one of five children. He was arrested in Northern California 1961 when he was 19 years old for allegedly attempting to rob a gas station at gun point for $600. He was sentenced to 1 year to life in prison and he spent the next 11 years in prison, most of those years were in solitary confinement.
While in prison George became a revolutionary, an organizer and an author. He along with fellow prisoner W.L. Nolan founded the Third World Coalition...2022-08-0357 min
Character ChaosRegina George: Classic Villains and Hoop EarringsThis week Rhiannon and Margaret discuss Regina George from the 2004 cult classic film Mean Girls. Regina is reigning Queen Bee of her high school, and a master manipulator whose power is threatened by new girl Cady. We discuss her authoritarian regime, her weird relationship with her mum and her potential to bully the X-Men. She’s considered to be a pretty iconic character, Rhiannon and Margaret even talked about her on their podcast once, it was awesome.
Support the pod - https://linktr.ee/characterchaos2022-07-122h 08
Firing Line with Margaret HooverProsecutors need ‘rock-solid’ case to indict Trump, GOP election lawyer Ben Ginsberg saysRepublican election lawyer Ben Ginsberg joins Margaret Hoover to discuss speaking out against his party over former President Donald Trump’s false election fraud claims and his recent testimony before the House January 6th Committee.
Ginsberg, who represented GOP candidates for nearly 40 years, details the fallout from Trump’s election lies and the reforms to the 135-year-old Electoral Count Act that he believes could help avert chaos in 2024 and beyond.
The attorney also assesses the work of the January 6th Committee so far, the controversial actions of Trump legal adviser John Eastman, and the possibility that...2022-06-2549 minSojourner Truth Radio5.26.22-Sojourner Truth- George Floyd PanelToday on Sojourner Truth:
On this 2nd anniversary of the death of George Floyd we explore what has and has not changed to address police brutality of black lives, in Minnesota and nationwide. President Biden has just signed an executive order to address police misconduct but does it really have any impact on abusive police actions? We discuss this with our panelists Tristan Taylor, co-founder of the Minnesota-based organization Detroit Will Breath, an integrated, youth-led, militant organization fighting against police brutality and systemic racism in Detroit. Our other panelists joining us for the hour are teacher and Minnesota-based activist Marcia...2022-05-2656 min
These Books Made MeAre You There God? It's Me, Margaret.Send us a textJudy Blume didn't intend to write one of the most frequently challenged and banned books of all time when she penned Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. She just wanted to write a book that captured the trials and tribulations of adolescence, complete with girl talk about bras, periods, and boys. We wonder why the pretty tame discussion of puberty, and a storyline about an agnostic 12 year old figuring out her relationship with God, organized religion, and her family, continues to scandalize Americans who just keep challenging the book into the ALA...2022-03-241h 09