Best Chief IMPACT Driver Podcasts (2025)

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Special Edition: 100 Days - Two Americas: Assessing the Impact of President Trump’s policies on CA & TX 52:21

8m ago52:21

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Today marks the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term in office. In this special episode of The LA Report, we're sharing with you “100 Days: Two Americas” – from the California Newsroom and the Texas Standard. This hour-long special assesses the effects of Trump’s second term – on California and Texas – two economic powerhouses wit…

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Jane Searle: Child Matters CEO talks growing number of reports of concern to Oranga Tamariki 2:44

6m ago2:44

2:44

A children's support charity says a mix of heightened awareness and more abuse could be the reason for more reports to Oranga Tamariki. The Ministry for Children estimates its seen a 45 percent increase in reports of concern in the year to April. It comes as Newstalk ZB reveals more than a-thousand children are overdue to be assigned a social worke…

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Ryan Bridge: Budget 2025 will be frugal, but will Budget 2026? 2:32

10m ago2:32

2:32

You can’t say we weren’t warned Nicola Willis would be taking to government spending like a butcher to a fresh carcass. She’s been saying it for months. Yesterday she halved the operating allowance to $1.3 billion. All this because she wants to do what she said she’s do, and that’s balance the books by 2029. The recession’s cut her tax take so you …

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Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2025 34:32

12m ago34:32

34:32

On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 30 April 2025, numbers revealed this morning show more 1,300 children are waiting to be assigned a social worker by Oranga Tamariki. Child Matters CEO Jane Searle gives her reaction to Ryan Bridge. Labour is already calling the upcoming budget the "slash and burn budget." But Ryan questions Finan…

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Altadena's 1st wildfire rebuilding, All-female firefighter cadets, The future of free childcare — The A.M. Edition 7:25

34m ago7:25

7:25

The first wildfire survivor to start rebuilding her home in Altadena is full of optimism. LA County celebrates its first all-female class of formerly incarcerated firefighters. Los Angeles seeks solutions to keep free day care centers open. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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Master Financial Modeling in Minutes with Chris Reilly, Founder of Financial Modeling Education 29:58

4h ago29:58

29:58

In this episode of CFO Weekly, Chris Reilly, Founder of Financial Modeling Education, joins Megan Weis to share practical insights to simplify and master financial modeling. Learn why understanding the three financial statements is universal across industries, how to effectively tell financial stories, and practical strategies for both small busine…

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Kerre Woodham: Why would the Government interfere in the aviation market? 6:35

14h ago6:35

6:35

We know airfares are expensive, right? Everybody, and I mean everybody, I know who's booked flights recently has made the comment that an overseas flight is cheaper than flying just about anywhere around New Zealand – especially to the provincial centres. Easter was huge in terms of airfares, but even on your normal everyday Wednesday morning, flyi…

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Billie Moore: NZ Airports Association CEO on rising airfares and the government considering ge 10:19

14h ago10:19

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Airfares are still on the rise, and the Government is considering getting involved. It hasn’t ruled out underwriting the expansion of small regional airlines to help maintain routes and keep the price of tickets competitive. Associate Transport Minister in charge of Aviation, James Meager says he’s uncomfortable with the idea of flying becoming acc…

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Pomona immigration raid, End of LA childcare funds, Woolsey Fire rebuilding efforts — The P.M. Edition 7:58

9h ago7:58

7:58

After last week's immigration raid in Pomona, questions about whether federal officials are following due process have re-emerged. L.A. childcare providers are bracing for some funds to dry up. A couple whose home was destroyed in the Woolsey Fire shares their trials and tribulations. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…

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Ankit Sharma: Master Builders CEO on the changes to builder certifications and inspections 3:34

16h ago3:34

3:34

A thumbs-up from the building industry over changes to certifications and inspections. The Government will be letting approved builders, plumbers, and drainlayers sign off their own work for simple residential dwellings. 80% of inspections will also need to be completed within three working days. Master Builders CEO Ankit Sharma told Ryan Bridge th…

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Rachel Barker: Plastics New Zealand CEO on the strategies for minimising plastic waste 1:52

16h ago1:52

1:52

A belief there's hope to solving New Zealand's plastic waste problem. Plastics New Zealand has released two reports with strategies for minimising plastic waste in the construction sector and in consumer, medical and seafood packaging. Five thousand tonnes of polystyrene packaging enters the supply chain every year, with 77% going to landfill. Plas…

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Andrew Little: Former Labour Leader on his bid for Wellington Mayor, Tory Whanau bowing out 6:03

17h ago6:03

6:03

Tory Whanau is bowing out of Wellington's mayoral race. The incumbent's confirmed she'll instead stand for the council's Māori ward seat to give former Labour Leader Andrew Little a clear run. She says Little will do a good job, and she hopes people see her withdrawal as a gracious move. Little's been critical of Whanau, calling rate increases unde…

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Ryan Bridge: Flying will always be expensive in regional NZ 2:58

20h ago2:58

2:58

Here we go again with the whinge fest about Air New Zealand's prices. I get it. I try book the same flights as everybody else and when you're trying to fly some obscure route from this province to province its gets expensive. Quickly. But here we are again with politicians telling us fibs - telling us they can wave a magic wand and fix all of our p…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2025 34:35

20h ago34:35

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 29 April 2025, Tory Whanau has given up her bid to be re-elected Wellington's Mayor. Ryan Bridge got reaction from the apparent frontrunner in the race, Andrew Little. The construction industry is celebrating the government's to allow reputable builders, plumbers and drainlayers to self-certify the…

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LA County workers set to strike, Altadena burglary crime wave, Metro screens for concealed weapons — The A.M. Edition 7:58

18h ago7:58

7:58

Thousands of LA County workers get set to hit the picket line. Altadena is experiencing a crime wave in the aftermath of the Eaton Fire. Metro begins looking for concealed weapons. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (wi…

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Kerre Woodham: When did weather become such a big deal that it dominates the news? 6:37

1d ago6:37

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Speaking of the bad weather, it brings me to the emergency mobile alerts. The emergency mobile alerts came about because Fire and Emergency and the National Emergency Management Agency and other agencies including New Zealand Police, Ministry of Primary Industries and Ministry of Health use emergency mobile alerts to alert people if their lives, pr…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on a counterterrorism investigation after a crossbow attack in Leeds, Marks and Spencer's struggling after a cyber-attack, and Liverpool winning the Premier League 3:32

2d ago3:32

3:32

Three people have been taken to hospital after they were found injured in Leeds. Among them is a 38-year-old suspected attacker who is thought to have caused the injuries by using a crossbow. Police are investigating the incident as a counter-terrorism event because they also found a firearm at the scene. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey talks to Mike H…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB sports editor on Auckland FC win, Warriors in Christchurch and Super Rugby - Weekend Wrap 2:57

2d ago2:57

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Auckland FC have officially claimed the Premier's Plate after Melbourne City drew with Adelaide United. The Auckland team beat Perth Glory 1-0 at home yesterday. Newstalk ZB sports editor Elliott Smith joins the show for a weekend sports wrap. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kirsten Corson: Chair of Drive Electric on the Government's latest push to have more public EV chargers missing the point 3:10

2d ago3:10

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The Government's planning to build thousands of EV chargers by 2030. Using a concessionary loan scheme to do it, the Government will use a private-public funding model to build the charging model. Currently New Zealand has about 1400 EV charging stations. Chair of Drive Electric Kirsten Corson tells Ryan Bridge she isn't sure their plan will work. …

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Jo McKenna: Rome Correspondent discusses the upcoming conclave to select new Pope 4:20

2d ago4:20

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Discussions around the next Pope are heating up. Eighty-eight year old Pope Francis has been laid to rest after a funeral in front of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican on Saturday night. One hundred and 35 cardinals will soon be locked in the Sistine Chapel to vote on his successor in secret - the candidates must be aged under 80. Newstalk ZB's Jo…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2025 34:24

2d ago34:24

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Monday 28 April 2025, Rome Correspondent Jo McKenna talks Ryan Bridge through what to expect as the Vatican prepares to elect a new Pope. The government is making moves to try and boost the number of public EV chargers - but Drive Electric's Kirstin Corson explains why she doesn't think the plan is a silve…

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Ryan Bridge: Churches risk coming across hypocritical 2:16

2d ago2:16

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There was a priest on the news last night talking about homeless people the cost of buying a house in New Zealand. This priest, who was all dressed up in his garb, then mentioned the fact there were marina berths down at the waterfront bursting at the seams with super yachts. I thought that was such an odd thing to say. I know the church's role is …

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Conservative rally in WeHo, SaMo public drinking zone, Succulent clubs — Sunday Edition 11:15

1d ago11:15

11:15

Another milestone in the city's endeavor to connect our trains to LAX is one step closer to reality. Santa Monica is considering to allow public alcohol consumption in portions of 3rd Street Promenade. We all love succulents, right? But did you know there are clubs around SoCal dedicated to the plants? And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating …

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Angelenos blast proposed city cuts, FEMA fraud after fires, Behind the ShakeAlert system — Saturday Edition 10:12

3d ago10:12

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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is proposing sizable layoffs to address a nearly $1 billion budget shortfall. Five people have been arrested for allegedly making false FEMA claims after the L.A. fires. We look under the hood of the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting http…

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LA Mayor wildfires executive orders, Voter registration for displaced residents, Cal Poly celebrates microbrew program — The P.M. Edition 7:17

3d ago7:17

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Details on LA Mayor Bass' recent executive orders that aim to speed up wildfire recovery. What displaced LA County residents can do about their voter registration. And ten years of teaching the art and science of the microbrew at Cal Poly Pomona. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vis…

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Budget cuts come for Animal Services, A dire warning from LA ports, The best brunch spots for Mother's Day — The A.M. Edition 7:23

4d ago7:23

7:23

LA budget cuts are putting animal services in the crosshairs. President Trump's tariffs are sparking a dire warning from our ports. An LA memorial for the Pope. The best brunch spots for Mother's Day. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Prep…

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Proposal would cut LA climate office, LAist's budget calculator, Kevin de León fined — The P.M. Edition 7:04

4d ago7:04

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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is proposing to eliminate the city’s landmark climate action office. LAist's budget calculator can help you break down what you're paying for in the city budget. Former councilmember Kevin de León has been fined for violating city law. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://la…

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Citizens receive deportation notices, Metro assistance delays, Elephants' fate in doubt — The A.M. Edition 7:21

5d ago7:21

7:21

Angelinos are among those getting emails demanding that they leave the country. Thousands are wondering when they'll get the Metro money they were promised. The fate of the L-A Zoo's last two Asian elephants is now in doubt. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAis…

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John MacDonald: What do you think about most at pre-school drop-off? 5:48

6d ago5:48

5:48

If you’ve ever done a pre-school drop-off, what’s been the main thing going through your mind? Aside from ‘am I going to get to work on time?’. Have you been more concerned about the safety and wellbeing of your child, grandchild, niece or nephew? Or have you been more concerned about the qualifications of the people working there? For me, qualific…

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Federal agents arrest Pomona laborers, Bass asks for budget assist, Irvine's gondola proposal — The P.M. Edition 7:13

5d ago7:13

7:13

Federal agents arrested a group of people at a Home Depot in Pomona - we bring you an eyewitness account. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is in Sacramento today to ask the state for budget help. Irvine could be the first city in the U.S. to use gondolas for public transit. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting http…

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Oskar Howell: Tech Commentator on the rising use of generative AI in the workplace 3:41

6d ago3:41

3:41

New Zealand workers seem to be embracing Gen AI in the workplace. New research from Robert Half finds 91% of workers are using AI tools to help with their day to day tasks. 93% of workers say they’re transparent about their use with their managers and employers. Tech Commentator Oskar Howell told Francesca Rudkin it’s becoming a real staple of a lo…

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Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood NZ CEO on the modelling for the FamilyBoost payment being incorrect 5:31

6d ago5:31

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It comes as no surprise to some the Government got the number of families eligible for the full FamilyBoost payment wrong. New data shows 249 families have received the maximum payment of $975 dollars a quarter since the scheme came into effect last year. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says IRD got the modelling wrong, as 21,000 families were thoug…

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Francesca Rudkin: Let China and the US sort it out 2:59

6d ago2:59

2:59

Sometimes being the grown up in the room is deeply unfulfilling, pragmatic, sensible. Considering consequences, taking a long-term view, they're all good, admirable words, and we should take some solace in them. But sometimes I think we'd rather just throw a plate at the wall. And so, it is. Was the government's response yesterday to the Trump tari…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2025 34:35

6d ago34:35

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Thursday 24 April 2025, Early Childhood CEO Kathy Wolfe joins Francesca Rudkin to discuss concern the sector reform could put business over children. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson explains new protections that require banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000. Increasing num…

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Scott Simpson: Minister for Commerce and Consumer Affairs on new protections requiring banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000 4:16

6d ago4:16

4:16

A 24/7 reporting channel is just one of the new anti-scamming measures banks are implementing. The suite of consumer protections will be rolled out this year. Banks will also now reimburse victims up to $500,000 if they fail to adequately warn and protect consumers. Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson tells Francesca Rudkin telco c…

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Feds target Pomona Home Depot, Affordable housing budget cuts, Asian elephants leaving LA — The A.M. Edition 6:48

6d ago6:48

6:48

Ther's outrage in Pomona, after federal agents target day laborers at a Home Depot. The new LA city budget puts affordable housing under the knife. The LA Zoo is saying goodbye to its last two Asian elephants. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a …

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John MacDonald: Here's where I'm torn on gender identity 5:39

7d ago5:39

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There’s a chance you'll think I sound like I’m contradicting myself with my views on NZ First jumping on the gender identity bandwagon. Politicians love a good bandwagon and that’s what NZ First is riding with its members’ bill to legally clarify the definitions of man and woman. I say they’re riding a bandwagon because it comes on the heels of the…

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LA votes to expand camping ban, Special ed cuts, Huntington Beach's anti-"porn" signs — The P.M. Edition 6:52

6d ago6:52

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LA City Council has voted to extend a controversial camping ban. Federal cuts to special education could have big effects here in California. Signs that say they're anti-"porn" are causing controversy in Huntington Beach, but maybe not for the reason you think. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https:…

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Geoffrey Miller: Geopolitical Analyst on the meeting between Christopher Luxon and Keir Starmer 5:49

7d ago5:49

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Christopher Luxon and Sir Keir Starmer have reaffirmed the close ties between New Zealand and the UK. Luxon says the relationship between the two countries is strong, and he'd like to deepen ties around defence and security. The pair discussed their support for Ukraine, with Starmer announcing a multi-million dollar deal to buy Kiwi-made drones. Ge…

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Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Ltd CEO on the impact of Trump's tariffs on bookings in the US division 4:00

7d ago4:00

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One of the first locally listed companies is seeing the impact of Trump’s tariffs. Tourism Holdings Limited has seen a dramatic slowdown in bookings by its US division and is anticipating a “significantly” lower net profit than previously expected. Its share price fell more than 10% after announcing it was downgrading its earnings outlook. CEO Gran…

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Ro Edge: Save Women's Sport Australasia NZ Spokesperson on NZ First's bill aiming to legally define gender 4:25

7d ago4:25

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New Zealand’s new bill is finding support from a women’s sport advocacy group. The new bill wants to codify sex-based language, defining a woman as an “adult human biological female” and a man as an “adult human biological male”. It comes as Britain’s Highest Court ruled that only biological women —not trans women— meet a definition of a woman unde…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on funeral for Pope Francis confirmed by the Vatican 2:53

7d ago2:53

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Some of the world's most influential people will be making their way to Rome to farewell the late Pope Francis. The Head of the Catholic Church died aged 88 on Easter Monday - following a stroke and heart failure. Pope Francis' funeral will take place outside St Peter's Basilica on Saturday evening - and he'll be laid to rest in Rome's Basilica of …

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Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2025 34:31

7d ago34:31

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 23 April 2025, geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller discusses the overnight meeting between Prime Minister Luxon and his British counterpart Sir Keir Starmer. NZ spokesperson for Save Women's Sport Australasia, Ro Edge explains a new members bill that aims to legally define men and women. And, To…

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Francesca Rudkin: We have control of our notifications 2:45

7d ago2:45

2:45

There has been a clever marketing campaign from 2degrees this week. The telco has released the results of a study it commissioned into the impact mobile phones are having on our mental health. It’s not good. While most telco’s like to concentrate on keeping us connected, 2 Degrees has taken a slightly different approach with this one, acknowledging…

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Palisades Charter High returns, Underground powerline plans, SoFi's historic comedy show — The A.M. Edition 6:35

7d ago6:35

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It's a return to the classroom for some students whose campus was destroyed by wildfires. A plan to prevent the next disaster means going underground. SoFi Stadium's quest to host the largest comedy show in history. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to rece…

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Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Fractional CFO with Sara Daw, CEO of The CFO Centre Group Limited 38:48

7d ago38:48

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In this episode of CFO Weekly, Sara Daw, CEO of The CFO Centre Group Limited, joins Megan Weis to talk about the role of a fractional CFO in the growth of modern entrepreneurial businesses. Learn when growing companies should consider bringing on a fractional CFO, how experienced executives can successfully transition to fractional work, and why th…

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Driving innovation and change in urban mobility | Will Butler Adams, CEO at Brompton 31:40

7d ago31:40

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Our cities have been built around the automobile. So how do we reclaim our streets to promote modes of transport that benefit both people and the environment? This week, Becky speaks to Will Butler Adams, CEO at Brompton. The company has inspired a whole new category within the bike industry and has become a force for positive change in urban mobil…

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John MacDonald: What surprises me most after the Pope's passing 4:49

8d ago4:49

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There’s only been one pope’s death that has really shocked me – and I don’t think it was because I was only 10 years old at the time. It was September 1978 and I remember the shock vividly. John Paul I died just 33 days after becoming the Pope. We were a Catholic family so it was all everyone seemed to be talking about. Not just because he had died…

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Bass announces layoff plan, Angelenos remember Pope Francis, Budget cuts at SoCal museums — The P.M. Edition 7:07

7d ago7:07

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Today L.A. Mayor Karen Bass announced a proposal to lay off 5% of city workers due to a budget shortfall. L.A. Catholics react to the death of Pope Francis. Federal cuts are hitting Southern California museums and historic societies hard. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.p…

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