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Global in the Granite StateThe Enduring US-UK RelationshipFor over 250 years the United States and the United Kingdom has shared a special relationship. While not always positive... for example the British burning down the White House during the War of 1812 (thanks a lot)... the past 150 years has been very positive. Throughout it all the shared people-to-people connections have driven the relationship to new heights and provided a solid footing for collaboration across all sectors. With the recent signing of the US-UK Economic Prosperity Deal, and the ensuing steps to implement the outline, the economic relationship is set to continue. In this month's episode, we check...2025-07-1122 minGlobal in the Granite StateSaudi Arabia's Place in the WorldFounded in its modern form in 1932, Saudi Arabia continues to play an important role in the world today, shaping many different regional and global issues. The country also shares a long history of engagement with the United States on various issues, from economic development, military support, and geopolitical goals. While not always in exact alignment, this enduring relationship has continued to strengthen since a historic meeting between U.S. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud in 1945. In light of President Trump's recent visit to the Kingdom, we spoke with Fahad Nazer...2025-06-1739 minGlobal in the Granite StateAre the Authoritarians Winning?Across the globe, many people see democracy retreating and authoritarianism on the rise. In places as diverse as India, Hungry, Niger, El Salvador, and even right here in the United States, people of all political background are concerned about the state of their democracy, even if their reasons for worry differ. From attacks on courts, to the accumulation of executive power, and the takeover of institutions, many countries have see their democracies weaken, while many others have seen their democracies completely overthrown (at least 32 coup d'état's since 2010, and many more attempts, around the world). Freedom House has marked ov...2025-04-2839 minGlobal in the Granite StateA Principled Approach to U.S. Foreign PolicyAs the Trump Administration works to re-envision, revise, and rewrite the ways in which the United States engages with the world, it remains important that people understand the why and the how of U.S. foreign policy. Whether you want to make America safer, more prosperous, and more secure, or you take a broader look at the importance of global engagement, understanding the goals and limitations of U.S. power can inform your thinking of the U.S.' role in the world.Speaking with Andrew Albertson, Executive Director of Foreign Policy For America, this episode outlines w...2025-03-3135 minGlobal in the Granite StateDemystifying USAIDOne of the first government agencies targeted for dismantling by the Trump Administration, The United States' Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a major focal point of executive actions, headlines, and judicial filings. The chaotic approach to slashing jobs, shuttering offices, and eliminating funding has led to many people feeling unclear on what this agency does and how it affects the United States, as well as its relationship to the world. With many questions still remaining about the legality of what the Administration is attempting, as USAID is a Congressionally mandated agency, many Americans are left to wonder...2025-03-0327 minGlobal in the Granite StateUnpacking the Wholesale Changes to ImmigrationAs President Trump has implemented sweeping changes in how the government functions and continues to try and re-write the rules of the game, many people are feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up. In this month's episode, we speak with Jeffrey Thielman, President & CEO of the International Institute of New England, to unpack the various changes and enforcement actions implemented in the first couple weeks of the new administration. From a stated desire to remove up to 11 million undocumented people from the country, to activating the military and empowering them to directly engage in deportations, there is a lot to...2025-02-0528 minGlobal in the Granite StateMaking The U.S. China Relationship Great AgainThe relationship between the United States and China remains one of the most critical dynamics shaping our world today, with ripple effects that could lead to either global progress or conflict. Amid political shifts in the U.S., now is the perfect time to take stock of where this high-stakes relationship stands, uncover emerging trends, and hear from experts on fostering understanding between these two global powerhouses.In this month’s episode, we sit down with Sarwar Kashmeri—renowned host of the Polaris Live web series and Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Association. A longtime friend of t...2025-01-1330 min
Unmade: media and marketing analysisStW: Omnicom set for Interpublic takeover; Should Nine sell its radio stations? Meta's designation decision approachesWelcome to an audio-led edition of Unmade. Today: We analyse the big news that Omnicom is set to take over Interpublic Group in a giant deal which would remake the advertising industry; Should Nine sell its radio stations?; and is the government about to finally make up its mind about designating Meta?If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to an Unmade membership, this is the perfect time. Your membership includes:* A complimentary ticket to all of Unmade’s events, including HumAIn, REmade, Unlock, and Compass , all returning in 2025.* Member-only content and our payw...2024-12-0824 minGlobal in the Granite StateWhat Happens in Syria, Doesn't Stay In SyriaFor the past thirteen years, a bloody and terrible civil war has raged through Syria that has caused one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world. Hundreds of thousands of people have been killed, millions have been displaced, and yet the war still rages on. While many around the world have forgotten about the war in Syria, especially with other global issues taking precedence, we have all seen the fallout from this devastating war. Recently, however, the crisis has come back into focus for the world as the Syrian army collapsed in the face of an armed group...2024-12-0441 min
Unmade: media and marketing analysisLive from Compass Sydney: 'Weaponised procurement', tax-dodging platforms and the AI gold rush; SEN ready to playWelcome to an audio-led edition of Unmade. Today’s episode of the Unmade podcast features the third stop on our Compass tour, when we rolled into Sydney. Plus, further down, the board of radio network SEN signal that they want to be dealt into the deal-making action.You should be at next year’s Compass. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to an Unmade membership, why not do it today? Your membership includes:* A complimentary ticket to all of Unmade’s events, including HumAIn, REmade, Unlock, and Compass, all returning in 2025* Member-only content...2024-11-2745 minGlobal in the Granite StateHow Taiwan Goes, So Goes the WorldOver the past three years, several seemingly frozen conflicts (Sudan, Russia/Ukraine, Israel/Gaza, Armenia/Azerbaijan, etc) have broke out into hot conflicts that are challenging the current international order. There is, however, one of the longest standing potential flashpoints that has not entered the fray, but is listed as one issue that could embroil the world. That is the unresolved issue of cross-strait relations between the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Republic of China (ROC), also known as the island of Taiwan. For more than seventy years, the question of who controls Taiwan has simmered just...2024-11-1531 min
Hyperfocus: A Neurodivergent PodcastHot Disney Characters & Desperate Housewives feat. Meghan HorganHumor writer Meghan Horgan (@mjhorgss) joins host Virginia Dickens to reveal her top hottest Disney animated characters. Later, Virginia (@v_dcknz) dives into her rewatch of Desperate Housewives Season 1. Support the podcast on Patreon.Executive Producer Virginia DickensProduced by Zach SilberbergEdited by Kate McAuliffeMusic by Tim PlattArtwork by Art Cai2024-11-1230 min
Unmade: media and marketing analysis'We did kick the door down': Four Pillars Gin co-founder Matt Jones on growing a brand and a whole industry; Compass SydneyWelcome to an audio-led edition of Unmade. Today’s edition features a fascinating exploration of how Four Pillars Gin became such a huie brand success, with an in-depth conversation with co-founder Matt Jones. Also today, we share details of the Sydney panel for Unmade’s Compass roadshow.If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to an Unmade membership, this is the perfect time. Your membership includes:* A complimentary ticket to all of Unmade’s events, including Unlock (October 31), Compass (across November); HumAIn (2025), and REmade (September 2025).* Member-only content and our paywalled archives;* Your own...2024-10-1635 minGlobal in the Granite StateBringing Americans HomeFor time immemorial, various groups have been taking hostages, political prisoners, and illegally detaining people with impunity. This tried-and-true method of gaining leverage over a rival state or group continues today, despite the fact that is runs contrary to established international law. As of this posting 42 Americans are being illegally detained by foreign governments and the United States, after a long practice of not negotiating, is finally getting serious about bringing its citizens home. As this delicate dance continues to play out on the international stage, the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation continues to lead the way on responses...2024-10-1135 minGlobal in the Granite StateHow Terrorist Groups EndOver the course of the past 170 years, the world has experienced many different forms of terrorism designed to create fear, push for political aims, and recruit followers. Groups of varying political ideologies have used terrorism over the years, making this an issue that never really goes away, it simply morphs and changes. However, one thing remains the same... all of these groups eventually come to an end. It may surprise you that the average lifespan of a terrorist group is 8-10 years, which can seem unbelievable with the staying power of groups like al-Qaeda (founded in the 1980s), the "...2024-09-0943 min
台南石人 Tainan RockerEp. 8 火星紫紫的/火星的鹽巴會變色?/世界上超過100克拉的大寶石們/石頭要怎麼洗?火星Combo技！本集有超過一半來自的火星消息~
NASA的毅力號在在火星上竟然發現未知的塗層出現在岩石表面!?
那你知道火星的鹽巴跟地球的鹽巴有什麼差異嗎? 為什麼礦物有那麼多顏色?
洛杉磯的博物館竟然展出了總和超過3000克拉的寶石！這些寶石又有哪些坎苛崎嶇的特徵or故事呢?
最後，再教大家如何將髒髒的岩石或礦物清理乾淨~~~
歡迎追蹤台南石人的IG：tainanrocker_2024
https://www.instagram.com/tainanrocker_2024?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
本集節目提到的礦物or岩石：橄欖石 (Olivine)、輝石 (Pyroxene)、岩鹽(Halite)、綠柱石 (Beryl))、金剛石 (Diamond)、電氣石 (Tourmaline)
本集「石有所聞」新聞/文章連結：
1. National Geographic / Mysterious purple coating found on Mars rocks
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/mysterious-purple-coating-found-on-mars-rocks
2. Scientific Reports/ Spectral evidence for irradiated halite on Mars
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-55979-6
3. CNN/ Dazzling selection of the world’s biggest, finest and most unusual gems unite in a single exhibition
https://edition.cnn.com/2024/03/30/style/100-carats-rare-jewels-gems-robert-procop/index.html
「石在好累」討論文章： ptt/ [問題] 福建菊花晶的礦皮清洗
https://www.ptt.cc/bbs/Crystal/M.1722846388.A.2F3.html
其他參考文獻：
Bell III, J. F., Maki, J. N., Alwmark, S., Ehlmann, B. L., Fagents, S. A., Grotzinger, J. P., Gupta, S., Hayes, A., Herkenhoff, K. E., & Horgan, B. H. (2022). Geological, multispectral, and meteorological imaging resul...2024-08-1817 minGlobal in the Granite StateBringing Friends Together - The History of US-Canada Military RelationsIt has long been said that the United States has benefited from its geography, when it comes to national security. This is attributed to vast oceans to the east and west, along with friendly neighbors to the north and south. The same can be said for Canada, with Santa being a pretty friendly neighbor to the north, one would assume. Do to this shared advantage, which might be less true today, Canada and the United States have long worked together to secure "Fortress North America". From the defensive structures of NORAD and NATO, to the continued force projection taking...2024-08-0750 minGlobal in the Granite StateMaking the Case for NATOWith the NATO Summit, celebrating 75 years of this alliance, coming up in July, it is an important time to continue to make the case for the importance of NATO. While some question the usefulness of this alliance, the undeniable fact is that having a strong set of allies in the world sets the United States apart from its competitors. Russia and China cannot call on other countries in the same way and must revert to coercive tactics that make them even fewer friends on the global stage. In this episode we speak with Daniel Kochis, Senior Fellow for Europe...2024-07-0336 minGlobal in the Granite StatePakistan's Role in the WorldFor the past 77 years, since the founding of Pakistan at the partition of British held India, the United States and Pakistan have worked together to try and bring stability to this region of the world. As the fifth largest country in the world, as measured by population, and sitting at a geopolitical strategic crossroads, Pakistan remains an important partner on a wide range of issues of global, regional, and national interest. Whether it is managing their own relations with India, balancing the interests of the United States and China, or working on transnational issues such as climate change and...2024-06-0529 minGlobal in the Granite StateWhat U.S. Support Means to UkraineOn the heels of the latest aid package for Ukraine from the United States, the Global in the Granite State reached out to one of our exchange alumni, Member of Parliament Nataliya Pipa, from Ukraine to hear about what life is currently like in the country and what this latest round of support will mean for their ongoing fight against Russia. Providing key insights into how the people of Ukraine have proven resilient in the face of this unprovoked war, MP Pipa gives listeners a first hand account of the devastation, while sharing the joy of knowing that people...2024-05-0334 minGlobal in the Granite StateWhat Russia Wants out of the Middle EastWhile much attention is paid to the illegal invasion of Ukraine by Russia, it is important to note that Russia continues to try and exert influence across the world. This is particularly true across the Middle East, where Russia has tried to center itself as the reliable partner for autocratic leaders throughout the region. Russia has a long history of engagement with Middle Eastern Leaders, but after the collapse of the Soviet Union, it saw its influence wane, down to just a couple of countries. Over the past ten years, however, they have regained a foothold through the Syrian...2024-04-1231 minGlobal in the Granite StateThe Crisis and Hope of HaitiHaiti is a country that has suffered through a long, hard history. From disasters, both natural and man-made, the people of Haiti continue to strive to create a bright future for themselves. However, today that goal seems further away than ever and many people would be hard pressed to see the light at the end of the tunnel. How did a land that was once the Pearl in the Crown of the French Empire ends up in such chaos? In this episode we explore the rich and challenging history of this country, while looking at the current crisis and...2024-03-1439 min
The extratime Football PodcastThe extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 5 - Ruaidhri Higgins, Damien Duff, Ollie Horgan, Keith Long, Tim Clancy and Darren MurphySend your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Derry City boss Ruaidhri HigginsShelbourne manager Damien DuffGalway United's Ollie HorganWaterford manager Keith LongCork City's Tim Clancy We also hear from Harps Head Coach Darren MurphySupport the show2024-03-0229 min
Steve's Rules with legendary executive recruiter Steve Nelson from the McCormick GroupListen to Top Executive Recruiters Share How to Turn Government Service Into a Career As a Government Relations ProfessionalSend us a textLeveraging government service into a lucrative career in government relations can be done. But, it can be tricky to turn your knowledge and connections into a career path. This podcast will be especially informative for those folks currently in Capitol Hill contemplating your next move. We start out the second season of the acclaimed Steve's Rules podcast series with a fast paced discussion featuring McCormick group principals David Ris and Tim Horgan. Join Steve and his colleagues as they share lessons learned in this high stakes area of executive recruiting with a special...2024-02-1331 min