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Lead Learn Laugh GrowCTE Vision in the Desert with Dr. Scott Spurgeon - Part 2Tell us what you like about the podcast!In this episode of Lead Learn Laugh Grow, host Randy Gooch continues his conversation with Dr. Scott Spurgeon, Superintendent of West-MEC. Dr. Spurgeon shares his insights on building organizational capacity through modeling behavior, fostering relationships, and demonstrating effective leadership. He discusses his bold vision for West-MEC, aiming to double its size and become a national leader in career and technical education. Dr. Spurgeon also touches on the importance of pursuing excellence, adapting to change, and his faith's role in guiding his leadership journey. Key takeaways focus on leading with...2025-05-0917 min
Savage BeatSavage Remorse w/ Lazerwolf & Wah Wah West spring fund drive 4/17/25 Playlist
Scream by Flamingo + on Pri (Pri)
Things You Told Me by Sweet Wine on Arcaide (Arcaide)
I Shall Walk by Tom Dae on Hitt (Hitt)
The Cave by Gary Spider webb on Bamboo (Bamboo)
drums are back by Ronny Kae on Honey (Honey)
Noim not a big man by Burgundy Express on Cosmo king (Cosmo king)
scorpio by no artist on Hoctor (Hoctor)
Indiana pacers theme by jimmy Scruggs on no label (no label)
ghost riders in the sky by Los Babys on Peerless (Peerless)
Night time lady by Bohana on scepter (scepter)
Dance like an...2025-04-1700 min
First Take SANon-compliance by NPOs hinders NW Social Development from clean auditNorth West MEC for Social Development, Sussana Dantjie, has highlighted legislative non-compliance by non-profit organisations (NPOs) as a significant barrier preventing her department from achieving a clean audit. Speaking to over 200 delegates at a packed roadshow in Madibeng's White Hall, themed 'Re thuse re go thuse', Dantjie emphasized that a substantial portion of the department's budget is allocated to NPOs to support their partnership in delivering essential services to communities. She stressed that her department is accountable to oversight bodies for how these funds are utilized, making NPO compliance critical. To unpack this issue further, Elvis Presslin spoke to...2025-04-1111 min
First Take SANW Education MEC denies prioritising Special Olympics over SAHRC inquiryNorth West Education MEC Viola Motsumi has denied allegations that she prioritized attending the Special Olympics in Italy over participating in the South African Human Right's inquiry into scholar transport challenges in the province. Motsumi insists she was never invited to the three-day probe, which examined transport issues in rural schools. She was in Italy for the Special Olympics at the time and says she only learned about the inquiry later. However, criticism is mounting over her absence from an event crucial to her department's work. For more on this North West Education MEC, Viola Motsumi spoke to Elvis...2025-03-1904 min
Update@NoonNorth West CoGTA spokesperson Lerato Gambu says the failure to provide a stable electricity supply by Ditsobotla municipality is just one of several challenges, including road maintenance issues and unreliable water provision.The North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs says eight (8) of the province's 22 municipalities are under mandatory intervention in terms of Section 139 of the Municipal Finance Management Act due to poor financial management. These municipalities are the Ditsobotla, Kgetlengrivier, Madibeng, Ramotshere Moiloa, Tswaing, Maquassi Hills and Naledi Local Municipalities as well as the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality. However, the Department says much more work still needs to be done in the beleaguered Ditsobotla Local Municipality as all interventions in the municipality have continued to be met with resistance including criminal behaviour such as kidnapping and t...2025-02-0713 min
NCLA PodcastCareer Literacy and Middle School Engagement with Rahsaan BartetRahsaan Bartet joins the NCLA Podcast to discuss career literacy and the importance of introducing career exploration in middle school. He shares his own career journey, insights on helping students make informed decisions about their futures, and strategies for integrating career-driven education into classrooms.
Rahsaan started his career in education as a member of City Year, an AmeriCorps program, where he dedicated a year of service in Cleveland, Ohio, helping students stay in school and prepare for college and careers. After City Year, he worked in the Youth Services Department at Goodwill, connecting young people ages 16-24...2025-02-0335 min
First Take SA20 illegal miners resurfaced at the Margaret shaft yesterdayThe North West MEC for Community Safety, Wessels Morweng says 20 illegal miners resurfaced at the Margaret Shaft yesterday. This brings the total number of illegal miners who have resurfaced since the 18th of August to 1 259. The MEC also noted that on Friday there was a note that was sent from under the ground saying thatthere are approximately 500 illegal miners underneath and 300 of them are unwell. They are also requesting more food. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to North West Police Spokesperson, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone2024-11-2605 min
The Talking Point#Municipal Watch: The state and turnaround of North West MunicipalitiesMany of you who’ve been listening to the Municipal Watch feature over the years will remember some of the rot that has been revealed from municipalities in the North West Province. From the Ditsobotla not paying its workers for moths, to Matlosana where the Municipal Manger was implicated in corruption and the Dr Ruth Mompati Municipality where R38-million was spent on a shack that was said to be a call centre. Still on Ditsobotla, Auditor General, Tshakani Maluleke in her latest report revealed that the municipality has failed to submit its financials for two years in a ro...2024-10-2455 min
Update@NoonEastern Cape MEC for Community Safety commends police action a day after suspected Mthatha extortionist, Dalinzolo Mareke, and 2 others, were gunned downThe South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape are yet to identify the two people killed alongside the suspected Mthatha extortionist Dalinzolo Mareke. The Eastern Cape MEC for Community Safety, Xolile Nqatha, has commended the actions of the police in Mthatha yesterday. Mareke and the two men were shot dead after they allegedly started shooting at the members of the National Intervention unit who returned from an operation in Mthatha west. O.R. Tambo District Police Commissioner, Major-General Phumzile Cetyana says he shooting incident happened after the suspects confronted officers. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Nkululeko...2024-09-0507 min
The Locker RoomThe Locker Room - Cam Rice - November 3, 2023Host Kelsey Kyle talks to two-time MEC Defensive Football Player of the Week, Cam Rice. Cam discusses transferring, overcoming injuries, and aspiring to continue football at the next level. Tune in each week to hear from a different West Liberty University student athlete. Go Toppers!2023-11-0322 min
Beyond the WrenchBonus Episode: Best Practices for Working with SchoolsShops know the importance of working with local schools, and schools need support from industry—yet there is a disconnect. During this bonus episode, we dive into how shops can better grow their relationships with schools, the benefits of working with schools early on, and the importance of setting the right expectations for young technicians.(5:58) How Industry Currently Supports Schools(10:44) Positive Impact of Working with Schools(21:45) #1 Tip for Shops: Show Up(32:43) Setting a Career Path for Young Techs(40:14) Choosing the Right Techs as Mentors(43:34) Communication Between Shops & SchoolsResources:...2023-09-0158 min
MEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 21We are quickly approaching the Mountain East Conference (MEC) tournament at the WesBanco Arena in Wheeling.Seeding races on the men's and women's sides are shaping up to be an interesting last few games.The MEC also announced that it would move its conference baseball tournament to the GoMart Ballpark in Charleston.Reid Amos, the MEC Commissioner, discussed yesterday's announcement and its meaning for the conference. What impact will it have? What should we expect from the men's and women's basketball tournaments in a few weeks?Jenna Eckleberry, the Frostburg State women's...2023-02-1846 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 19This past weekend in the Mountain East Conference (MEC) had just about everything you could have asked for in both men's and women's hoops.A few memorable moments last weekend included Wheeling University picking up the upset victory over West Liberty by hanging 114 points, the University of Charleston holding off West Virginia State, and the Notre Dame College (OH) women's team staying at arm's length.Chris Richardson, the Wheeling Cardinals head basketball coach, joins Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy on today's episode of MEC This Week. Coach Richardson discusses how big of a boost Saturday's victory...2023-01-2628 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 19This past weekend in the Mountain East Conference (MEC) had just about everything you could have asked for in both men's and women's hoops.A few memorable moments last weekend included Wheeling University picking up the upset victory over West Liberty by hanging 114 points, the University of Charleston holding off West Virginia State, and the Notre Dame College (OH) women's team staying at arm's length.Chris Richardson, the Wheeling Cardinals head basketball coach, joins Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy on today's episode of MEC This Week. Coach Richardson discusses how big of a boost Saturday's victory...2023-01-2629 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 18We continue seeing huge performances within the Mountain East Conference this season.Briggs Parris, a Fairmont State Falcon guard, joins the program and discusses his season thus far. What has this season been like for him? What did the 25-point win over West Liberty mean for Fairmont State last Saturday? How did he end up in Marion County?Lauren Calhoun, a forward for the Wheeling Cardinals and the MEC Women's Player of the Week, stops by and discusses her incredible performances last week. What led her to get into student teaching? How is this season going...2023-01-2029 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 17The first podcast of 2023 has arrived!There is more stuff going on than we have time. This weekend should provide for an entertaining set of games, including the West Liberty vs Fairmont State matchup in Marion County.Ben Howlett, West Liberty Hilltoppers men's head basketball coach, stop by to discuss his team's hot start to the season. What has he seen from a few of his new faces, including Stephen Cannady? What did he and his staff learn whenever they played two games in Las Vegas?Stephanie Anderson, Fairmont State Falcons women's head basketball...2023-01-1230 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 15Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy return for the latest edition of MEC This Week!They were joined by Todd May, Concord Mountain Lions men's head basketball coach, and Charles Marshall, West Virginia State women's head basketball coach.Travis and Taylor also discussed the latest men's and women's news and notes.Subscribe wherever you find your podcasts.You can find the video version at wvmetronews.com.2022-12-1939 min
Blim-Blem-BlomAbduzindo Leonard BernsteinÁrix e Urian terão uma baita aula com a abdução de Leonard Bernstein. Neste momento em que dois mestres da música poderão se encontrar: o Mestre Bonus e o Mestre Bernstein. Eles vão ouvir versões de West Side Story e conheceram o trabalho do compositor como solista e regente.
Acompanhe em mais uma aventura de Árix e Urian no planeta Terra!2022-12-1755 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 14The men's and women's basketball season is fully underway, with conference play providing exciting games and moments. Wrestling has also kicked off, and it should be an exciting season on the mats.Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, joins the show. He discusses his team's slow start to the season, what the Golden Eagles need to clean up moving forward, rallying guys to get them back on track, and more.Danny Irwin, West Liberty head wrestling coach, discusses his team's success so far, how he ended up in West Virginia, and what has...2022-12-0136 min
Hoops Across the Mountain StateHoops Across the Mountain State - Episode 123 (MEC Preview Pt. 4)The Mountain East Conference season is right around the corner, and Taylor Kennedy concludes his MEC previews with two other head coaches.Daniel Mondragon, Davis & Elkins men's head basketball coach, and Derek Sloan, West Virginia Wesleyan men's head basketball coach, join the program to discuss the upcoming 2022-23 season.They discussed the trials and tribulations of last season, expectations for this upcoming season, dealing with new faces and meshing them with returners, a few key returners, philosophy ahead of the 2022 season, and more.Follow Taylor on Twitter: @Taylor_Kennedy7Subscribe to the...2022-11-0426 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 10Another busy week and weekend in the Mountain East Conference.Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy were joined this week by Bryan Poore, West Virginia State men's head basketball coach, and Daniel Smee, University of Charleston head men's soccer coach.Poore is entering his 24th season as the Yellow Jackets head coach. WVSU is coming off an impressive 24-8 season after starting its first 10 games 5-5. The Yellow Jackets return valuable pieces like Anthony Pittman and Noah Jordan. Poore and his staff are also welcoming former Mountaineer guard Taevon Horton.Smee and his squad are...2022-11-0229 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 9A lot of ground was covered in the latest episode of MEC This Week!Sy Alli, Wheeling University running back, and Bryce Butler, West Liberty men's basketball junior guard, join the program.Sy discusses his time with the Cardinals, being a part of our the inaugural recruiting classes, the relationship with Coach Brunney, the successful season they have had, and more.Bryce talks about playing for Team USA in the FIBA Basketball 3v3 competition in the Dominican Republic, his growth throughout his career, what Stephen Cannady brings to the team, his relationship with Malik...2022-10-2629 min
Le Super DailyKanye West : fou à lier ou génie de la com ?Épisode 859 : Nous sommes le 3 octobre 2022, c’est la Fashion Week à Paris. Kanye West organise le défilé de sa dernière collection YZY. Une collection au style apocalyptique et mystique. L’ambiance est électrique. Tout le monde le sait, avec Kanye il y aura forcément des surprises. Et bim voilà on y est ! Kanye West déboule avec un Tee-shirt noir. Dans son dos 3 mots en lettres blanches. « White Lives Matter ». Les vies blanche comptent. Un slogan inventé par les suprémacistes blancs en réponse au mouvement BLM. Stupéfaction feinte...2022-10-2121 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 8The Mountain East Conference has turned into the wild, Wild West!Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy discuss what happened from a week ago in MEC football, including the Concord 68-60 victory over UC.Kim Stephens, Glenville State women's head basketball coach, and Jack Mangel, Concord senior quarterback, both stop by.A lot of ground to cover. Make sure to subscribe to keep up with everything going on the podcast.Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2022-10-1929 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 7The Mountain East Conference basketball season will begin later this week. However, we now know the preseason poll. West Liberty sits atop the men’s side, and Glenville State, the defending national champions, are preseason number one.Tim Koenig, Fairmont State Falcons men’s head basketball coach, joins the program. Koenig enters his fourth season as the Falcons head coach. He welcomes back a loaded roster, including All-MEC First Team selection Isaiah Sanders. Koenig also addressed the status of forward Seth Younkin and Przemyslaw Golek.Dayne Koontz, Frostburg State Bobcats kicker, is in his junior season with...2022-10-1226 minHoops Across the Mountain StateHoops Across the Mountain State - Episode 120 (MEC Preview Pt. 1)Don't look now, but the 2022-23 basketball season is right around the corner!You may be asking, "why is Taylor doing previews in October?" The answer is simple. We have a lot of ground to cover.Taylor Kennedy, @Taylor_Kennedy7 on Twitter, kicks off the first of many previews with three Mountain East Conference head coaches.Ben Howlett, West Liberty men's head basketball coach, Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, Tim Koenig, Fairmont State men's head basketball coach, join the program.We discussed a variety of topics, including key...2022-10-1055 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 6The Mountain East Conference athletic fall calendar is closing in on the mid-way point this year. Lots of entertaining and physical games, but there have been a few impressive teams across the fall landscape.Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy chat with Zac Bruney, Wheeling Cardinals head football coach, and Kris Kern, West Virginia State women's head volleyball coach, on this week's episode.The Wheeling Cardinals are off to a 4-1 start this season, and they are tied for second in the conference with Concord. Bruney discusses what has allowed this year's team to be successful, and...2022-10-0532 min
Generation OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 16 | Dr. Scott Spurgeon's VisionIt's not often West-MEC gets a new superintendent. In fact, Dr. Scott Spurgeon is just the second one West-MEC has ever had. Tune in to hear about his goals and the vision he sees for West-MEC in the coming years. 2022-09-2216 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 3Travis Jones and Taylor Kennedy are back to bring you another episode of MEC This Week!Quinn Sanders, University of Charleston head football coach, and Shon Stephens, West Liberty defensive back, join the program.The guys talked with Coach Sanders about the 4 overtime game last Thursday against Fairmont State, the growth of this year's team, what he is learning so far as their head coach, and more.The guys talked with Shon about his incredible four interception performance last Thursday, how he ended up at West Liberty, the growth of this year's defense, and...2022-09-1427 minMEC This WeekMEC This Week - Episode 1Travis Jones (@TravisJonesPXP on Twitter) and Taylor Kennedy (@Taylor_Kennedy7) on Twitter kick off a brand new Mountain East Conference podcast, MEC This Week.The two are joined by Reid Amos, Mountain East Conference Commissioner, and John Pennington, West Virginia State head football coach.They discuss the state of the MEC, transfer portal, growth of Division II, and more with Reid.They discuss his team's off-season, different players emerging this season, personal growth, Ridgeview BBQ, and more.Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2022-08-3148 min
Generation OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 15 | Energy & Engineering TechnologyEnergy and Engineering Technology seems like a broad topic; what exactly does the program entail? Nuclear energy specialist and former West-MEC instructor Paul Melissa joins the show to provide insight on the program, what students learn and how this program helps lead to careers within the energy and engineering fields.2022-08-0417 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 14 | NC3's long-standing partnership with West-MECNC3 does more than offer valuable certifications. In this episode learn about the nonprofit's educational impact across the nation from NC3's Spencer Murray. West-MEC's Frank Quinn also joins the podcast to talk about the enduring relationship with the credential organization.2022-06-1725 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 13 | Governing Board Member Juan RamirezThe Governing Board plays an unassuming but vital role in the smooth functioning of West-MEC as a school district. Board member Juan Ramirez joins Chris to talk about how growth in the Valley is tied to CTE and his vision for the district.2022-05-0920 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 11 | Career Literacy, Credentials and CTEDirector of Career Services, Jessica Putton, stops by to talk about why career literacy is important, how students can level up through industry credentials and shares some valuable insights for job-seekers.2022-04-1515 min
Disrupt Education216 - Connecting Academia and RealitySuperintendent Gregory J. Donovan knows what it takes to run a public school district, manage faculty and ensure success for all students, parents and employees. With over 40 years of public education experience, Superintended Donovan shares his background in education and his personal experiences throughout his time as an educator Greg talks about the benefits of pursuing a career technical education for high school and adult students.
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#ELB Education Leadership and BeyondEpisode 195: ELB 195 w West MEC (AZ) Superintendent Greg Donovan2022-03-0247 min
Education Leadership and BeyondEpisode 195: ELB 195 w West MEC (AZ) Superintendent Greg Donovan2022-03-0247 min
Music Entrepreneur Club (MEC)Episode 140: No Mediocre Beats + Social Media Ruined Music?What are mediocre beats? Benny the Butcher recently made the statement, "You can't afford to rap over mediocre beats." We discuss the implications of his advice, plus we discuss Kanye West's new Stem Player release of Donda 2. Lastly, we address Ghastly's comments that social media has ruined music.2022-02-2852 min
Education Evolution98. Supporting Work Readiness and Learning With a PurposeDoes a high school diploma make kids ready for the workforce? The answer is no. Sure, they have knowledge of history and geography. But high schools don’t teach the relevant, saleable skills that graduates can take to the workforce. Students either have to go to college or learn a skill. What if our youth learned a skill in high school? A skill that got them ready for work and that they actually wanted to learn about? That’s the idea behind West-MEC, a career and technical education district in Arizona. This week on the podcast, I’m thri...2022-02-2251 minMusic Entrepreneur Club (MEC)Episode 138: The Problem With Lofi and Kanye Goes Independent?Lofi producers can generate millions of streams and great money with Spotify, but what about converting playlist adds and streams into fans? Is this a big problem with producers making beats in the Lofi genre? Also, it's reported that Kanye West is off Def Jam and will release his Donda 2 album independently. If this is true, is Kanye really independent?2022-02-1455 minMusic Entrepreneur Club (MEC)Episode 137: Kanye Doesn't Like NFTs, Beat Selling Isn't SaturatedSelling beats online is frustrating a lot of producers who think it's too saturated or too competitive. We explain how to stand out and why competition shouldn't be the focus. Also, Kanye West doesn't seem to like NFTs, but why? And will Donda 2 be an NFT? Erinn ends by airing out misogyny and the culture of silence in the music business.2022-02-0751 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 10 | Automotive Technology — Opportunities AboundThis episode is a special one; it is a deep dive into the Automotive Technology industry with insights from UPS spokesperson, Mr. Phillip Aiello and NEC Auto Tech instructor, Mr. Randy Golding. Learn about the industry and the amazing avenues for students and the impressive industry partnerships that prepare learners for future careers.2022-02-0122 min
Tell The Truth - North West Sun - On Which The Sun Never SetsWorkers in North West tourism sector worried about their jobs after floodsJob security for those employed in the tourism sector along with the Vaal River system at Bloemhof in North West has been severely compromised following flooding in the area. All the tourism establishments on the banks of the river had to be evacuated this week as more water was released from the Vaal and Bloemhof dams, in an effort to reduce the water levels following heavy rainfall. Water levels in the Bloemhof dam continue to rise with the dam currently standing at over 112 % capacity with an outflow of over 2 000 cubic meters per second. Many of the properties and businesses hav...2022-01-2603 min
The Reorient! PodcastAndrew Leung: What the West gets wrong about ChinaPublished 23 January, 2021Andrew Leung is a prominent international and independent China Strategist, a second career after thirty eight years as a top Hong Kong bureaucrat. During his illustrious public service career, he held wide-ranging positions, including Assistant Financial Secretary, Deputy Secretary for Transport, Deputy Director-General of Industry, Director-General of Social Welfare, and Director-General London.Following his retirement, he has been a China Futures Fellow, Massachusetts Berkshire Publishing Group; Brain Trust Member, IMD Lausanne Evian Group; Gerson Lehrman Group Council Member; Thomas Reuters Expert; Senior Analyst with Wikistrat; Member, Royal Society for Asian Affairs; Former Governing Co...2022-01-2419 minTell The Truth - North West Sun - On Which The Sun Never SetsProtesters Close N4 Highway In North West Due To Service Delivery IssuesThe N4 highway is closed in Dinokana, a town in Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality near Zeerust in North West, due to a service delivery protest. According to the North West department of community safety and transport management, residents of Ikageleng in Dinokana barricaded the high- way linking South Africa and Botswana with tree branches complaining about a lack of water in their community. “The N4, Dinokana is currently closed and road users are urged to use alternative routes. Law enforcement agencies are monitoring the situation,” the department said in a statement. Community Safety and Transport Management MEC Sello Leha...2022-01-1802 min
Tell The Truth - North West Sun - On Which The Sun Never SetsNorth west traffic officer killed Ep.5North West Transport MEC Sello Lehari has called on traffic officers to take extra measures to ensure that their safety comes first while on duty. this was after a traffic officer was killed when a car, she was trying to stop allegedly hit her on the N4 in Zeerust. “The Provincial Inspector, Moeder Vuka passed away on Thursday morning while on her daily stop and check duties when she was allegedly hit by a the car which she was trying to stop on the N4. “these unfortunate incidents turned to fatalities, especially during the festive season on the N4, whic...2021-12-2702 minMusic Entrepreneur Club (MEC)Episode 131: Kanye West vs. Big SeanProducers are stealing loop, sample and drum kits, but don't want their beats to be stolen. Why is that? And in bigger news, Kanye West claims Big Sean was his worst signee. Big Sean audits the label and finds that they own him 6 million dollars. How could this happen and what can we learn from it?2021-12-2754 min
MEC Basketball RoundupEp 04: MEC Basketball Roundup (feat. Shamia Strayhorn, Bryan Poore)Wheeling's Shamia Strayhorn and West Virginia State's Bryan Poore join Taylor Kennedy this week.2021-12-1728 minMEC Basketball RoundupEp 01: MEC Basketball Roundup (feat. Pat RobinsonWest Liberty's Pat Robinson joins this week's show.2021-12-1727 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 9 | Professional Development Specialist Patrick ClawsonJoin in as we talk to Patrick, the PD Specialist at West-MEC. Learn about how leadership can start young, what CTSOs are and how they are integral in preparing students for future careers.2021-11-2229 min
Welders Without Borders NEW Year. New BeginningsFRONIUS Interview WWB 2021 Welding ThunderInterview with Eric Shippen Area Sales Manager for FRONIUS at the 2021 WWB Welding Thunder at West-MEC Buckeye Arizona 11/20/20212021-11-2006 minWelders Without Borders NEW Year. New BeginningsMETABO WWB New Year. New Beginnings 2021 Welding Thunder at West-MECInterview with METABO West Coast End User Specialist Jeff Horton and Austin Horton Sales Representative at WWB Welding Thunder 20212021-11-2005 minWelders Without Borders NEW Year. New BeginningsBruce Watkins ADE Supervisor Interview New Year. New Beginnings Welding Thunder 2021Interview about this years WWB Welding Thunder 2021 at West-MEC2021-11-2006 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 8 | Lead Central Programs Recruiter Maya MilhonJoin us as we talk to Maya Milhon, the lead central program recruiter at West-MEC. Learn about CTE's relevance to today's students and the various programs and opportunities West-MEC has to offer. In the episode, Maya also shares some insightful tips on public speaking, stemming from years of experience interacting with diverse audiences.2021-11-0330 min
Hoops Across the Mountain StateHoops Across the Mountain State - Episode 73 (MEC Preview pt. 3)Taylor and CJ Harvey have been joined by six Mountain East Conference coaches so far, and they continue that trend this episode by talking to three more coaches.They are joined by Alderson Broaddus men's head basketball coach Stephen Dye, Concord men's head basketball coach Todd May, and West Virginia Wesleyan men's head basketball coach Derek Sloan. They discussed coaching through a pandemic, newcomers, potential breakout players, and more!Episode 73 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!Follow Taylor on Twitter @Taylor_Kennedy7Subscribe to the podcast on Apple...2021-10-1855 min
Hoops Across the Mountain StateHoops Across the Mountain State - Episode 72 (MEC Preview Ep. 2)Previews, previews, and more previews!We continue our trek through basketball previews this year with the second Mountain East Conference.Chris Richardson, Wheeling University men's head basketball coach, Bryan Poore, West Virginia State men's head basketball coach, and Mark Richmond, Notre Dame College men's head basketball coach, join CJ Harvey and me.We dove into the weeds in figuring out who is returning and coming onto the scene, West Virginia freshmen, who should we keep an eye on, and more!Episode 72 of Hoops Across the Mountain State is here!Follow...2021-10-1456 min
Hoops Across the Mountain StateHoops Across the Mountain State - Episode 71 (MEC Preview Ep. 1)Basketball previews in the middle of October? We think so! This episode kicks off the first of many preview episodes leading to the first day of boy's basketball games.We kick off our preview discussion with Episode 1 of our MEC Preview. CJ Harvey, aka the Skipper, joins the show! We enjoy having CJ on the program.CJ and Taylor were joined by Tim Koenig, Fairmont State men's head basketball coach, Ben Howlett, West Liberty men's head basketball coach, and Dwaine Osborne, University of Charleston men's head basketball coach, all join the program.They discussed...2021-10-1159 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 7 | Governing Board Member Dr. Peter PingerelliIn this episode, Director of Communications, Chris Cook sits down with one of West-MEC's board members, Dr. Peter Pingerelli to talk about the CTED, its exponential growth and what the future looks like. Join in to learn more about the governing board, the members' responsibilities and their impact on the West-MEC community.2021-09-1833 minMusic Entrepreneur Club (MEC)Episode 115: Why Producers Don't Get Credit + Soulja Boy's Donda DramaPain's first beat placement was credited to Kanye West when the tracklist leaked. Beatmakers/producers often find themselves uncredited on many projects-- why is that? Dame discusses the Donda drama with rapper Soulja Boy angry at his verse being left off the album.2021-09-0638 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 6 | Julia Anderson of Project SEARCHHow do we help individuals with disabilities thrive? Julia Anderson, the Project SEARCH coordinator with decades of experience in special education, answers this question. Join us as we learn more about societal stereotypes, success stories and how employment plays a major role in empowering this community.2021-08-3122 min
The Alaska Pilots PodcastMEC Proposes Limited Private MediationContract negotiations between the @AlaskaPilots and @AlaskaAir are not progressing at a pace consistent with the market-based changes that the pilots are seeking. The pilots’ union has recommended (and Alaska Airlines management has agreed) to hire a third-party facilitator for limited mediated discussions. This episode discusses why the pilots’ Master Executive Council (MEC) made this decision, what it expects to achieve during these talks, and other work in progress to achieve the priorities in negotiations the pilots have identified.
Listeners may be interested in documents mentioned in this episode including the Comprehensive Contract Opener and a vide...2021-08-2738 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 5 | Director of Exceptional Student Services Shelly ThomeWe sit down with Shelly, the ESS director at West-MEC and talk about how her team supports students with disabilities and how communities can support students around them. She also gives advice to those who'd like to pursue a similar career path.2021-08-0718 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 4 | SkillsUSA leader Noe GarciaIn ep. 4 of Generation Orange, Eric talks to Skills USA Arizona leader, Noe Garcia. They talk about the benefits of a CTE education, Noe's experience at West-MEC, the opportunities that SkillsUSA provides and more.2021-07-0221 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 3 | Governing Board Chairman Frank StrakaWest-MEC returns for Episode 3 of Generation Orange! This episode features an interview with Frank Straka, a member of the West-MEC Governing Board. Frank explains some of the board's duties and discusses what it means to be part of the leadership team of a public school district providing career and technical education.2021-06-1513 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 2 | WESTMARCWest-MEC returns for Episode 2 of Generation Orange! This episode features interviews with WESTMARC President/CEO Sintra Hoffman and Strategic Partnerships and Business Development Director Kimberly Jordan speaking about their organization and its recent projects.2021-06-1520 minGeneration OrangeGeneration Orange Ep. 1 | Greg DonovanWelcome to Episode 1 of Generation Orange: A West-MEC podcast. In this introductory episode, Communications Specialist Eric Newman speaks with West-MEC Superintendent Greg Donovan about his career and vision for the district.2021-06-1525 minThe Alaska Pilots PodcastState of the Union, June 2021This episode recaps some of the significant events over the last month, in particular the latest developments at the negotiating table, the latest MEC efforts related to the San Francisco base, the West Coast Cookout Tour and more.
If you haven’t had a chance to watch the MEC’s video concerning Scope, you may watch it here.
Upcoming dates and locations for the West Coast Cookout Tour may be viewed here. Keep checking back as more dates will be added.
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NCLA PodcastA Faster Way Forward: Interview with Superintendent Greg DonovanThroughout the pandemic schools and students alike have faced unprecedented challenges. Now in 2021, as Arizona starts to revive, students are looking for the education option that best fits their needs. Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC), a local public career and technical education district, has returned to their in-person, hands-on learning model, which is necessary for the variety of programs and certifications they offer.
West-MEC operates four campuses throughout the North and West Valley which serves more than 37,000 students from 48 high schools from districts in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. West-MEC students are prepared to earn a certification and...2021-05-1852 min
Cars YeahJordan SmithJordan Smith is a high school student at West-Mec pursuing her education in the automotive sector. She was the top female student in TechForce’s Peer-Network beta test. TechForce helps any and all ages to advance their career options. 2021-05-0634 min
Cars YeahKaity Truble, The Future of TechKaity Truble is a Junior at West-Mec High School pursuing an education in the automotive field. She is a great example of the next generation of automotive enthusiasts who already know what she wants to do in her career. She knew she wanted to be in the industry at age 12 and already has her tax ID and an LLC business license for the day she opens her own shop. 2021-04-2833 min
NCLA PodcastSuccess by Design with Guests Tammy Bonner and Jennifer BrooksIn this episode of the NCLA podcast, Tammy Bonner and Jennifer Brooks share grassroots efforts to statewide consortia and current partnerships in Arizona. Our guests address best practices and strategies that CTE leaders should consider when planning for career and technical education programs in schools and districts.
Tammy Bonner is currently the Director of the Arizona CTE Curriculum Consortium. As the Director she manages the development of the AZCTECC curriculum resources and provides professional development to CTE teachers across Arizona. Before moving to Career and Technical Education at Pima JTED and then to the AZ CTE Curriculum...2021-04-2636 min
Middle East CentreDebating the Law, Creating Gender - MEC Women's Rights Research SeminarsProfessor Irene Schneider (Georg-August-Universität Göttingen), gives a talk for the MEC Women's Rights Research Seminars. Chaired by Professor Marilyn Booth (Magdalen College, Oxford) Irene Schneider is Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies. She received her PhD from Tuebingen University in 1989 and published her Dissertation under the title "Das Bild des Richters in der adab al-qadi-Literatur". In 1996 she finished her habilitation at the University of Cologne with a Study published under the title "Kinderverkauf und Schuldknechtschaft. Untersuchungen zur frühen Phase des islamischen Rechts" (English short version in the article: Freedom and Slavery in Early Islamic Time (1st /7th and...2021-04-1932 minMiddle East CentreDebating the Law, Creating Gender - MEC Women's Rights Research SeminarsProfessor Irene Schneider (Georg-August-Universität Göttingen), gives a talk for the MEC Women's Rights Research Seminars. Chaired by Professor Marilyn Booth (Magdalen College, Oxford) Irene Schneider is Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies. She received her PhD from Tuebingen University in 1989 and published her Dissertation under the title "Das Bild des Richters in der adab al-qadi-Literatur". In 1996 she finished her habilitation at the University of Cologne with a Study published under the title "Kinderverkauf und Schuldknechtschaft. Untersuchungen zur frühen Phase des islamischen Rechts" (English short version in the article: Freedom and Slavery in Early Islamic Time (1st /7th and...2021-04-1929 min
Listen Up And BleedNormalement au moins le mec il descend .. là il m'a jeté la bouffe à la gueuleDans cet épisode on vous parle des livraisons Uber East sur Bordeaux, du cinéma français et de ses dérives et entre tout cela des 1 hit wonder donc soit groupe au succès météorique et qu'on a jamais revu ou à des artistes plus installés mais avec un seul vrai succès (enfin pour 2 des 3 animateurs ^^).
Bad Sounds - Avalanche (2018 sur Get Better) (Rémi)
Deee-Lite - Groove Is In The Heart (1990 sur World Clique) (Alex)
House of Pain - Jump Around (1992 sur House Of Pain (Fine Malt Lyrics)) (François)
Edwyn Collins - A Girl Like...2021-01-183h 19
Coach and Coordinator PodcastSix Keys For Red Zone Success - John Pennington, Head Coach, West Virginia StateToday's episode is from our Quickcast series, a short podcast on a single topic. Today we focus on success in the red zone with John Pennington.
John Pennington enters his fourth year as the Head Coach at West Virginia State University in 2020.
Pennington was named head coach in the Spring of 2017 and promptly proceeded to lead the program to its first winning season in a decade.
In his first season as head coach, the Yellow Jackets hit statistical milestones that were unheard of prior to his arrival. They earned a No. 1 ranking in all of NCAA Division II in red...2020-11-0613 minMusic Entrepreneur Club (MEC)Episode 65: Producers With Broken HeartsWhether selling beats online or pursuing beat placements in 2020, producers have a lot to overcome. But why do so many producers speak on what they don't know? Why do they expect shortcuts? And what impact will Kanye West posting his contracts have on the producer community? Curtiss King shares his thoughts on today's episode.2020-09-2148 min
NCLA PodcastMaintaining Balance in a COVID-19 World with Guest, Shelly ThomeBy Shelly Thome
We are living in unsettling and unpredictable times. COVID-19 has taken a toll on our country’s economy, medical systems, and schools. It has also rocked the foundation of our feelings of safety, social connection, and hope.
During this COVID-19 world, we now find ourselves in, it is of increasing importance to find and then maintain balance in our lives. This need for balance is critical for educational staff. In a matter of days- not months or years- schools were asked to turn educational structures upside down and create new distance learning method...2020-05-1742 min
Lucky Day business podcastEP#11 CHARLES MOUKOURI BELL, LE MEC QUI CHOISIT LA MUSIQUE DANS TES PUBSOn s’est toujours demandé qui choisissait les chansons pour les mettre dans les pubs. Un exemple, la publicité de pacco raban en mode Mad Max avec un gros gros son de Kanye WEST .... qui est LE mec qui a le job de choisir cette chanson et qui doit convaincre les autres. Ce mec on le connaît, il s’appel Charles Moukouri Bell, et il s’occupe de la création originale chez Universal publishing. Il place des chansons dans les films, dans les pubs, dans les séries et même dans les podcasts. Dans cet épisode il nous raconte...2020-02-241h 21
BOXTOROW HBCU Football Podcast11/12/19 HBCU Football Daily Podcast: Takeaway Tuesday. Conferences races and WVSU chance at MEC titleOn this Takeaway Tuesday, Donal talks about how conference races are shaking out as well as about West Virginia State who is on the cusp of winning its first ever Mountain East Conference championship.2019-11-1217 min
SpyFy After DarkThe future of technical education w/ BRETT "HANS" MCMURDY - S1E9Brett McMurdy is a certified technical educator for West-MEC, a technical public high school program, where he teaches high school students full-stack web programming. In this episode of SpyFy After Dark, we discuss what our priorities should be in terms of creating high-quality technical education for today's students, how college both fails and succeeds at educating our youth, and why college has gotten so damn expensive.
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Run Your Way (dvine): https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/9FRp7...2019-11-051h 47
TrapitalDame Ritter on Kanye West’s Sunday Services, Launching Music Entrepreneur Club, and How He Almost Signed Russ to a DealDame Ritter, Founder and CEO of the Music Entrepreneur Club, came on the podcast to talk about the latest with Kanye West and his infamous Sunday Services. We also talked about Dame’s journey launching and running the Funk Volume record label, the business model for Music Entrepreneur Club, and how he almost signed Russ, and why he regrets turning down an opportunity to invest in the platinum-selling rapper. Tune in! Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | SoundCloud | YouTube | RSS Host: Dan Runcie, @RuncieDan, trapital.co Guest: Dame Ritter, @dame_mec - Twitter, @dame.mec - In...2019-10-0845 min
1st and 15MEC East and West Week 6Chris and Rudi look over all the MEC games coming up. And Luke is there too2019-07-1853 min
AM Live on SAfmNW Health MEC says they are seeing a turnaround since government takeoverSAfm — North West MEC for Health, Dr. Magome Masike, says they are beginning to see some improvement since measures were put in place following national government's decision to place the department under administration. Masike briefed the media this morning. The province's health system was plagued by serious problems including allegations of corruption, a shortage of staff and equipment, poor service and a long NEHAWU strike that started in February. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to MEC Masike.2018-07-0603 min
PM Live on SAfmMahumapelo takes leaves, appoints Finance MEC Wendy Nelson to act in his positionSAfm — The North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo has now been asked to take leave, after the Provincial Executive Committee yesterday refused to accept his resignation as Premier. Mahumapelo has appointed Finance MEC Wendy Nelson to act in his position, as he takes leave of absence. Nelson will act until the ANC's national leadership decides his fate. Tsepison Makwetla spoke to Political Analyst, Professor Andre Duvenage2018-05-1003 min
AM Live on SAfm❝ Suspend HoD of Health in the North West, Dr. Thabo Lekalakala ❞ : NW ScopaSAfm — Portfolio Committee on Public Accounts SCOPA, has recommended the immediate suspension of HoD of Health in the North West, Dr. Thabo Lekalakala for making a pre-payment of 30 MILLION rand to a Gupta-linked company MEDIOSA. Lekalakala, who the Treasury found that he bended rules in awarding a 180 million rand to MEDIOSA company has also conceded that he enjoyed a 4 day all-expenses paid trip to INDIA which he admitted to have forget to declare to the MEC. He, and MEC flanked by senior managers appeared before SCOPA, where he admitted the trip were authorised by Premier Supra Mahumapelo. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to...2018-02-2108 min
Midday LiveProbe into claims that police prevented ambulance from attending to West Rand farm killing sceneThe Department of Agriculture in Gauteng says it will be looking into claims that the police prevented an ambulance from going to the scene of a shooting in Tarlton, Krugersdorp on the West Rand. Aaron Mutavhatsidi was allegedly shot and killed by a security guard on a farm in the area. Circumstances around the incident are still unclear. Our presenter Stephen Kirker spoke to Gauteng MEC for Agriculture Lebogang Maile who visited the deceased's family today.2018-01-0904 min
AM Live on SAfmChildren in Ratlou Municipality remain at risk from human traffickers_ NW Social Development MECSAfm — The MEC for Social Development in the North West, Hofman Galeng, says all children in the impoverished Ratlou Municipality remain at risk from human traffickers. This is as 30 of 50 under-age children that were trafficked from 28 villages in the area to work as seasonal farm-workers, are still missing. This is the same area, were over 3-thousand under-age girls were found to be pregnant or had recently given birth, last year. Most had dropped out of school and were fending for themselves on local farms. Lucas Mothibedi reports....2017-10-1702 min
SABC Joburg News FeaturesGauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi to appear before Human Rights Commission on third dayThe hearings enter its last day as Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi says a principal is appointed based on competency and not due to pressures from the community. Lesufi was speaking at the Human Rights Commission's investigation into the recent school disruptions at the Klipspruit West Secondary school - south of Johannesburg. Learning and teaching was disrupted for weeks after some parents of learners at the school objected to the appointment of a black African school principal. Lesufi says prior to the unrest, he received a letter from a community group called The Greater Eldorado Park Business Forum, questioning the...2017-10-1302 min
SABC Joburg News FeaturesGauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi to appear before Human Rights CommissionGauteng MEC of Education, Panyaza Lesufi is expected to testify during the third day of South African Human Rights Commission investigative hearings until the 13th October 2017. The hearings are in response to complaints about the recent public unrest in Eldorado Park and the repeated disruption of teaching and learning at Klipspruit West Secondary School. In earlier engagements with the community, issues relating to allegations of racism, marginalisation, inequality, and excessive use of force during service delivery protests were raised with the Commission.The hearings will take place at the JD Opperman Hall, Sneeuberg St, Eldorado Park, Johannesburg and from 12 October...2017-10-1204 min
SABC North WestNorth West Tourism Month.MEC Desbo Mohono ka letsholo la lefapha la go ngoka bajanala le go rotloetsa bojanala mo profeseng mo kgweding ya bojanala.2017-09-2910 min
Midday LiveGauteng education MEC meets with SADTU leadership over race rowGauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi is meeting with the the provincial leadership of teacher union SADTU this afternoon after they boycotted classes last week, in solidarity with their colleagues whom they said faced racism in predominany coloured areas south of Johannesburg where they teach. The union claimed that the department is not doing anything to address the matter. There has been racial tensions at Klipspruit West Secondary High School which have been disrupting schooling and have led to the disbandment of the School Governing Body. Lesufi says preparations are underway to take grade twelve learners into camps so that their...2017-09-2606 minSABC North WestMEC Ontlametse Mocware on Taung Calabash and SATMA.Puisano ya ga Thabiso Moss le mokhuduthamaga Mochware ka ga ditiraglo tsa profense ya North West mo kgweding ya ngwao boswa.2017-09-2122 min
AM Live on SAfmKlipspruit West Secondary School SGB disbanded.SAfm — The School Governing Body at Klipspruit West Secondary School in Johannesburg has been disbanded. The school made headlines this week after parents disrupted schooling after a black principal was appointed, demanding that she be replaced by a coloured person. Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi met with the body on Wednesday and says further announcements on the principal and other matters will be made by the end of the week.2017-07-2703 min
The DII Sports PodcastEp. 018 - Dan Monteroso: Guard at West Liberty UniversityThis week we chat with Dan Monteroso, starting guard on the men's basketball team at West Liberty. Dan is unique in that he's a dual athlete, playing both football (previously at Purdue) and basketball. We chatted with Dan as the Hilltoppers were preparing for the MEC Tournament which they went on to win. The team is now getting ready to kick off their March Madness run with a first round matchup with Wheeling Jesuit this Saturday. Like what you hear? Leave us a rating and/or review in iTunes.2017-03-0823 min
The Drum Arms PodcastExceptional Women Out West featuring Mandana Mellano, chief media officer, FallonMandana Mellano was born in Iran, a child in a world of turmoil. She has lived in four different continents and has traveled the world, speaking three languages fluently and bringing a global sensibility to her job as chief media officer at Fallon.
Mellano has had an impressive career so far. Before Fallon, she was partner and director at Ogilvy & Mather / Neo@Ogilvy, and spent time at Rapp as VP and in director roles at Group M: Mindshare + MEC and Kastner & Partners.
As a successful industry veteran, she doesn’t think women need to compromise their values, capabilities or dreams, an...2017-01-2719 min
Midday LiveNorth West Finance MEC, Wendy Nelson unpacks the province's turnaround strategyAt nearly 15 billion rand, irregular expenditure by municipalities in South Africa has more than doubled in the last five years. Currently 92 percent of them are experiencing financial problems. 26 percent of them are barely keeping their heads above water. The North West, was one of the main contributing provinces to the increase in irregular expenditure. The province also failed yet again to produce a single municipality with a clean audit. The Auditor General Kimi Makwetu attributes it a continued non compliance with supply chain management legislation. Dhashen Moodley spoke to North West MEC of Finance Wendy Nelson......2016-06-0805 min