Best Call Center Operations Podcasts (2025)

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Bill reducing inheritance taxes, raising county fees advances 4:51

3h ago4:51

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Nebraska is one of five states that still levy an inheritance tax after Iowa ended its tax earlier this year. Getting rid of the tax has long been a goal for Sen. Rob Clements. His priority bill for this session, which was debated on the floor throughout the morning and afternoon, would reduce the two highest inheritance tax rates to 3%, while incr…

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Elementary school accessibility through community board 1:01

2h ago1:01

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In January, Wheeler Elementary School debuted a special sign outside on its playground and the school’s staff has already seen students benefiting from these signs.By Nebraska Public Media

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A trial of suspects accused of robbing Kim Kardashian at gunpoint begins in Paris 2:20

4h ago2:20

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In 2016, thieves robbed Kim Kardashian at gunpoint in Paris and made away with about $10 million in jewelry. The suspects, whom the French press have dubbed "grandpa robbers," are now on trial.By Eleanor Beardsley

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Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey discusses Democratic efforts to resist Trump policies 6:16

1h ago6:16

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Many Democrats feel anxious about the state of democracy and the economy. NPR asks Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey about what Democrats are doing to fight back.By A Martínez

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Marc Short, former chief of staff to VP Pence, discusses Trump's 100 days in office 5:02

5h ago5:02

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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Marc Short, former chief of staff to Vice President Mike Pence, about the differences in President Trump's second-term agenda from his first term.By Steve Inskeep

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Morning news brief 11:19

2h ago11:19

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Poll finds most disapprove of how Trump is handling economy, NPR analysis shows Trump has taken action against more than 100 people and institutions, Columbia University student speaks from detention.By A Martínez

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Airline that struck deal to operate deportation flights faces growing backlash 3:30

2h ago3:30

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Facing financial headwinds, budget carrier Avelo Airlines struck a deal to operate deportation flights for ICE. Now it's facing a backlash from customers and politicians.By Joel Rose

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Ohio tattoo shop helps trauma and abuse survivors transform scars into art 3:52

3h ago3:52

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A tattoo shop in Ohio helps trauma and abuse survivors reclaim their bodies by transforming scars into beautiful tattooed artBy J. Nungesser

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Cause of blackout in Spain and Portugal still unclear as power almost fully returned 3:10

2h ago3:10

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An unprecedented power outage hit Spain, as well parts of Portugal and southern France on Monday. Power has almost fully returned Tuesday, but the cause of the outage remains unclear.By Miguel Macias

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Texas A&M senior research engineer describes the kinds of risks facing power grids 4:00

2h ago4:00

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NPR's A Martinez speaks with senior research engineer Jonathan Snodgrass at Texas A&M University about the safety of power grids after three countries in Europe experienced blackouts.By A Martínez

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Mohsen Mahdawi, facing possible deportation, speaks from detention center 10:57

4h ago10:57

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NPR speaks with Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University student protester who showed up for his final interview to become a U.S. citizen and was arrested. He's being held in a Vermont detention center.By Leila Fadel

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How the conclave to elect the new pope works 3:16

4h ago3:16

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Now that the start date of the papal conclave has been set for May 7, NPR walks through who'll be there and how they'll be electing the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church.By Jason DeRose

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U.S. coffee roasters face uncertainty as coffee-growing countries face steep tariffs 3:40

4h ago3:40

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The U.S. is the world's largest coffee consumer, but grows only about 1% of it. Some coffee-growing countries could be hit with steep tariffs, and U.S. coffee roasters are trying to figure things out.By Murray Carpenter

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Only 39% approve of Trump's handling of economy, according to poll of first 100 days 3:30

4h ago3:30

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An NPR/PBS News/Marist poll shows Trump's approval rating when it comes to the economy is lower than it's ever been — just 39%. How are voters feeling about other aspects of his leadership?By Domenico Montanaro

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Family of a Nebraska boy who was bullied wants accountability 4:43

16h ago4:43

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Tara Blunt spent months asking officials at Falls City Public Schools for help as her son dealt with racism and physical abuse at school. Now, she’s sued a gutted U.S. Department of Education for taking too long to investigate.By Nebraska Public Media

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Long COVID research funding was pulled, then brought back 3:57

1d ago3:57

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About a month ago, research funding for post COVID research was cut from federal budgets. But because of patient advocacy, some of those grants have been restored.By Nebraska Public Media

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Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case 3:09

1d ago3:09

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At issue is a case testing the reach of federal laws that promise special help for children with disabilities in public schools. Specifically: What do parents have to prove in order to get that specialized help?By Nina Totenberg

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Violinist Esther Abrami uncovers 'hidden treasure' of music by women 7:19

1d ago7:19

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French violinist and social media influencer Esther Abrami releases her new album, Women, featuring music by female composers in a bid to redress historic biases.By Olivia Hampton

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NATO chief calls for more defense spending from Europe and Canada 5:59

1d ago5:59

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President Trump has long been a critic of NATO and believes Europe does not contribute enough to its own defense. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte agrees, and says 'that is going to happen.'By Carla Esteves

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Financial stress can damage your mental health. These steps may help 6:33

1d ago6:33

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With people losing their jobs and the stock market rocky, there's a lot of financial anxiety right now. Research shows how you approach it can be key to protecting your mental and physical health.By Katia Riddle

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Canada's election: all you need to know 4:34

1d ago4:34

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Canada's snap election has been dominated by one politician — who's not even in the race — President Trump.By Sheena Rossiter

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Morning news brief 11:21

1d ago11:21

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Federal authorities arrested more than 100 immigrants without legal status in Colorado Springs, Canadians go to the polls today, how West Texas is fairing three months into the measles outbreak.By Steve Inskeep

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Wisconsin judge accused of ushering a person without legal status 5:06

1d ago5:06

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NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Democratic state lawmaker Ryan Clancy about the arrest of a Wisconsin judge, accused of concealing a person without legal status from ICE agents who'd entered the courthouse.By Steve Inskeep

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What happens when the federal government stops funding university research 3:35

1d ago3:35

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The federal government has cancelled about 11 billion dollars worth of university research funding, and is threatening to cut more. When the federal government stops funding research, there's no one else to take on those costs.By Elissa Nadworny

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A man drove a car into a crowd in Vancouver Saturday night, killing at least 11 2:16

1d ago2:16

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Eleven people were killed and more than two dozen injured after a man drove an SUV into a crowd of people at a Filipino festival on Saturday in Vancouver, British Columbia.By Becky Sullivan

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Nebraska Public Media launching new podcast 4:42

3d ago4:42

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How does the arrest of a Nebraskan for teaching German to students in the 1920s set a precedent for the U.S. Supreme Court? Fascinating historical events become relevant in a new podcast on Nebraska Public Media, hosted by Bill Kelly. “Once Again” premiers May 1.By Nebraska Public Media

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New forecast tightens state's budget squeeze 5:47

3d ago5:47

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A new economic forecast means senators will likely have to make further budget cuts or increase taxes to balance the budget.By Nebraska Public Media

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Balloon launches return to Omaha NWS Office, following new hires 1:17

3d ago1:17

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Last month, weather balloon launches at National Weather Service offices near Omaha, North Platte and Rapid City, South Dakota were scaled back or stopped entirely due to low staffing levels. Meteorologists say that without the weather balloons, forecasting becomes less accurate. The Omaha office has been down five of its 13 forecasters for the pas…

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Otoe-Missouria tribe plants indigenous garden in Nebraska 5:02

4d ago5:02

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A few years ago, the Otoe-Missouria Tribe was welcomed back to their ancestral lands in Nebraska. A new milestone being unveiled Saturday (4/26) hopes to continue that reconciliation.By Nebraska Public Media

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