Best Fccs Podcasts (2025)

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The FCC’s Latest Alert and the Importance of Protecting the Airwaves 3:28

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In this episode, we're talking about a critical alert from the Federal Communications Commission: the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau has issued a Public Notice after a recent wave of cybersecurity intrusions targeting radio broadcasters. And these weren’t harmless pranks. Attackers managed to broadcast obscene materials and even a…

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Cooperative Principles & Leadership Mindset 39:21

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In a time when organizations are navigating generational change, evolving leadership expectations, and shifting workforce dynamics, cooperative boards have a unique opportunity to lead differently, anchored in values, purpose, and shared ownership. This episode of the Forward Thinking Podcast features FCCS SVP of Marketing and Communications Stepha…

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Farm Transition Made Easier: Inside FCC's Transition Loan 31:28

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In this episode, Tracy welcomes Colin Brisebois, VP of Products & Market Strategies at Farm Credit Canada, to talk about one of the most important topics in Canadian agriculture today: transition planning. Colin walks through why farm transition is becoming more urgent, the industry pressures behind it, and how FCC is stepping up with tools, resour…

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FDA User Fees Under Fire 4:39

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Today, we’re tackling a question that maybe sounds straightforward, but could have complicated, unforeseen consequences. That question? What happens if the FDA stops collecting user fees from drug companies? At first glance, it sounds like a win. Less corporate influence, more independence for regulators. But is it really that simple? Read the full…

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California’s Climate Disclosure Law: Paused but Not Forgotten 4:01

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Today we’re tackling a major development in California’s climate disclosure landscape. The state’s ambitious climate disclosure law was set to usher in a new era of corporate transparency. But now, everything is on hold. Just weeks before the first compliance deadline, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals granted an injunction that pauses enforcement…

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Psychedelic Therapy Meets Patent Law 4:37

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Today’s episode focuses on a fascinating intersection of science, law, and economics: the rise of psychedelic therapy and the legal frameworks shaping its future. In this era of industrialized capitalism, there are strong incentives to promote products in emerging industries. Intellectual property law has always played a key role in fueling innovat…

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The Rural Well Podcast: Real Talk on Farmer Mental Health with Lauren Van Ewyk & Bridgette Readel 1:02:18

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with two passionate voices in agricultural mental health: Lauren Van Ewyk, CEO of the National Farmer Mental Health Alliance — speaker, registered social worker, therapist, foster mom, sheep farmer, and agricultural mental health advocate, and Bridgette Readel, partner at Ag Mafia and co-host of The Rural Well …

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Audio: The Future of AI: Securing Energy for Innovation 55:39

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This is audio from the December event on “The Future of AI: Securing Energy for Innovation” The Future of AI: Securing Energy for Innovation The Future of AI: Securing Energy for Innovation SPEAKERS Mardsen Hanna Head of Energy and Sustainability Policy, Google Levi Patterson Director of Energy, Science, and AI Infrastructure Policy, NVIDIA Rebecca…

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SCCMPod-560 CCE: Therapy Dogs Ease ICU Anxiety 20:40

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In this episode of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Podcast, host Kyle B. Enfield, MD, FCCM, speaks with Sumeet Rai, PhD, FCICM, senior intensivist at Canberra Hospital, about his study, “Pawsitive Care: Canine-Assisted Intervention for Anxiety in ICU Patients and Family Members: A Single-Center, Single-Arm Study,” published in the May …

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AI, Inventorship, and Why Human Creativity Still Rules 5:52

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Today, we’re diving into a significant development in intellectual property law that’s making waves across the intellectual property sector. On November 28, 2025, the USPTO published new guidance on inventorship for AI-assisted inventions, and it’s a big shift from what we saw in early 2024. The main headline is simple but powerful: there will be n…

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SCCMPod-559 PCCM: Optimizing Time to Extubation in the PICU 17:24

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In this episode of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Podcast, host Elizabeth H. Mack, MD, MS, FCCM, speaks with Rebecca Mitting, MD, MRCPCH, consultant pediatric intensivist and clinical lead for the PICU at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in London. They discuss Dr. Mitting’s article, “Sedation and Ventilator Weaning Bundle and Ti…

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Beyond GDP, with Diane Coyle 40:18

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Beyond GDP, with Diane Coyle by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Reporting on Hong Kong's Tai Po tower fires: Laura Westbrook and Elaine Lai 47:38

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Laura Westbrook and Elaine Lai are journalists both born and raised in Hong Kong and both were reporting on the Tai Po tower fires for foreign news organisations. In many ways they experienced this news event very differently from both local and overseas born journalists covering this disaster. Laura Westbrook works for broadcast media channels all…

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Farmer Mental Health with Lauren Van Ewyk 54:30

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In this powerful and timely conversation, Tracy speaks with Lauren Van Ewyk, a registered social worker, therapist, sheep farmer, foster mom, and dedicated agricultural mental-health advocate. Lauren brings both personal and professional insight into the challenges farmers face and the critically needed support systems being built today. From stres…

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Professor Joseph E Stiglitz in conversation: Trump's USA, the AI bubble, US-China relations and "G minus one" 1:16:53

15d ago1:16:53

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Nobel laureate Professor Joseph Stiglitz delivers a stark assessment of America's economic trajectory in this compelling and wide-ranging conversation with veteran broadcast journalist and Foreign Correspondents' Club of Hong Kong first vice president Karen Koh. Drawing parallels between current political upheaval and historical threats to democrat…

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From Nuclear Energy to Nuclear Waste. And Back Again. 3:33

7d ago3:33

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In this episode, we’re diving into a critical topic that deals with the future of energy: spent nuclear fuel, or SNF. And as of right now, the U.S. has more than 91,000 metric tons of SNF sitting in storage with no permanent solution. That’s a truly staggering number. Especially since about 95% of that material can actually be reused. And through r…

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REBROADCAST: Navigating IP in the Circular Economy 5:38

15d ago5:38

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As companies around the world embrace the circular economy, the traditional “take-make-dispose” model is being replaced by a more sustainable approach—one that values longevity, repairability, and recycling. But with this shift comes a critical legal question: when does a repair become a reconstruction? And how can businesses protect their IP while…

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Event Spotlight: CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference – Two Months Away!!! 10:00

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In this segment, Tracy speaks to Paula Law the Event Chair for CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference about their upcoming January 2026 event. Join Tracy and Paula in this segment as they discuss the theme of this year's event "Grow Boldy," key event speakers, networking opportunities, and so much more. About CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference …

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REBROADCAST: Unlocking the Secrets of the Endocannabinoid System 5:40

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When we think about the human body, we often consider systems we learned about in biology class, like the central nervous system, the endocrine system, or maybe even the sympathetic nervous system. But today we’re shining a light on a crucial—but relatively new discovery in human physiology called the endocannabinoid system, or ECS for short. Read …

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SCCMPod-558: The Future of Xenotransplantation 25:12

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In this episode of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Podcast, host Diane C. McLaughlin, DNP, AGACNP-BC, CCRN, FCCM, speaks with Muhammad Mansoor Mohiuddin, MD, MBBS, DSc (Hon), FAST, director of the Cardiac Xenotransplantation Program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, about his Thought Leader presentation at the 2025 Crit…

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The SEC’s New Stance on Shareholder Proposals and What it Means for Companies 4:27

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In today’s episode of Womble Perspectives, we’re diving into a major shift announced by the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance on November 17, 2025. One that’s already sending ripples through this year’s proxy season. Read the full article SEC Alters Shareholder Proposal Landscape About the authors Gary R. DePalo Sid Shenoy…

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SCCMPod-557: Building Age-Friendly Health Systems in Critical Care 48:13

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In this episode of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Podcast, host Marilyn Bulloch, PharmD, BCPS, FCCM, speaks with Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, President of the John A. Hartford Foundation, about her Norma J. Shoemaker Honorary Lecture at the 2025 Critical Care Congress and the transformative impact of the 4Ms framework—What Matters, Me…

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Karen Hao and the Empire of AI: Open AI’s financial risks, ethical controversies and global influence 59:52

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This episode is the audio of a recent FCC Hong Kong Club Lunch, moderated by FCC correspondent governor Jing Yang, in conversation with award-winning investigative journalist Karen Hao. Hao's investigation of Open AI and her subsequent book the Empire of AI is a bestseller. Yang begins the conversation by delving into one of AI’s most vexing questi…

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Recruiting Success Stories: Michael McCue 20:12

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Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Michael McCue, a partner in our Intellectual Property group who joined Womble as part of our combination with Lewis Roca in January of 2025. The two discuss Womble's entrepreneurial approach and his experience since joining th…

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Shane Greenstein on Co-Invention and the Geography of AI Innovation 57:40

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Shane Greenstein on Co-Invention and the Geography of AI Innovation by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Wellness Claims Put Social Media Under the Microscope 5:41

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Social media has become the new storefront for everything from dietary supplements and CBD oils to herbal tinctures and homeopathic remedies. These products are often promoted as “natural,” “safe,” or “alternative,” and that language resonates with consumers looking for holistic options. But here’s the catch, many of these products make bold claims…

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The Human Side of Farming: Stronger Teams, Stronger Farms 1:09:58

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In this powerful and practical episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Sally Murfet, Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspire AG. Sally brings decades of experience working with both family and corporate farms to help them build healthy teams, strengthen leadership, and create environments where people feel seen, valued, and supported.…

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Recruiting Success Stories: Ana Maria Gutiérrez 45:59

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Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Ana Maria Gutiérrez, a partner in our Denver office and Head of our Environmental Law Practice. The two discuss Ana's decision to make the jump to Womble and how she approaches achieving ambitious goals at the firm. More about…

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Saskatchewan Farmland Market Trends: Real Estate Spotlight w/ Ted Cawkwell 49:52

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Saskatchewan Farmland Market Trends: Real Estate Spotlight w/ Ted Cawkwell #farmland #farming #farmlife #agriculture In this week's episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Ted Cawkwell for our very first Real Estate Spotlight segment. Ted is a well-known agriculture real estate specialist with deep roots in Saskatchewan's farm and …

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Commonplace or Controversial? Trademarking the F-Word 3:28

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Today, we’re revisiting a story that’s as provocative as it is legally fascinating: the ongoing trademark battle over the F-word. Read the full article F-Word as a Trademark? Federal Circuit Leaves the Door Open as it Vacates TTAB’s Decision About the authors Jennifer A. Van Kirk Erica R. Halstead Lori B. Cohen…

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Monetizing AI: Subscriptions, Ads, or Something New with Catherine Tucker 38:26

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Monetizing AI: Subscriptions, Ads, or Something New with Catherine Tucker by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Gen Z journalists talk careers, dealing with AI, phone/life balance & beyond: FCC’s Hollingsworth Fellowship 30:14

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Meet some of the Gen Z journalists awarded the Clare Hollingsworth Fellowship for the Foreign Correspondent's Club in Hong Kong: Jay Ganglani, Kriti Gandhi, and Samra Zafalqar. The Fellowship is named in honour of Clare Hollingsworth, a legendary journalist and a long time member of the FCC - most famously associated with what has become known as t…

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Cybersecurity in Focus 23:29

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Cyberthreats are everywhere, and while they may be inevitable, their impact can be manageable. Institutions who are prepared for cybersecurity disruptions are proactive and collaborative about their response. This episode of the Forward Thinking Podcast features FCCS SVP of Marketing and Communications Stephanie Barton, Lisa Parrinello, FCCS VP of …

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Inside the Sauerkraut & Fermented Food Boom with Jorge Azevedo 56:49

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In this episode, Tracy sits down with Jorge Azevedo, CEO of Fermented Food Holdings, to explore the sauerkraut and fermented food boom that's reshaping the future of farming, food, and consumer demand. From ancient preservation methods to modern probiotic powerhouses, fermented foods are having a major moment. Jorge shares how his company connects …

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IQ Scores and Embryo Selection. What Could Go Wrong? 4:41

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Today, we’re looking at a provocative development in reproductive science: selecting embryos based on projected intelligence. Picture this: a couple undergoing IVF is presented with three embryos. They’re told each has a different predicted IQ. Embryo 1, 2, or 3—who’s likely to be the smartest? Read the full article The Intersection of Genetics and…

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Inside China’s AI-driven media revolution: one sentence prompts, AI content factories, what it means for Western media 31:47

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Western media companies continue to wrestle with the ethics of utilising AI in the newsroom as concerns continue over how many human journalists will be left in charge. According to a report in Digiday, the Reuters newsroom is now using agentic AI, creating and processing video metadata to cut different edits of video coverage with a human overseei…

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Rebroadcast: Confronting Deepfakes in the Judicial System 3:32

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In today’s episode, we're diving into a fascinating and, possibly, a somewhat alarming topic: AI-generated deepfakes and their impact on evidence authenticity in court. Read the full article AI-Generated Deepfakes in Court: An Emerging Threat to Evidence Authenticity? About the author Al WindhamBy Womble Bond Dickinson

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Overcoming Resistance in Farm Transition Planning with Trevor MacLean 43:24

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Overcoming Resistance in Farm Transition Planning #farming #farmlife #farmsuccession #farmtransitionplanning Transitioning the family farm is one of the most emotional and complex challenges farm families face. It's not just about numbers or paperwork — it's about people, relationships, and navigating the tough conversations that come with change. …

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Rebroadcast: From Chickpeas to Courtrooms: The Legal Identity of Plant-Based Meats 3:34

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Welcome back to Womble Perspectives. Today, we’re diving into the increasingly complex world of food labeling—specifically, how nontraditional meat products are navigating a growing regulatory maze. As plant-based and cultivated meats gain popularity, lawmakers and regulators are stepping in to ensure consumers aren’t misled. But what does that mea…

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The Demise of Free Trade: What the U.S.–China Trade War Means for North American Farmers 59:56

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In this episode, Tracy sits down with agricultural economist, strategist, and author Michelle Klieger to discuss the shifting global trade landscape and what it means for farmers. From the post–World War II rise of free trade to the Trump-era shift toward protectionism, Michelle breaks down how we got here, what's really happening in the U.S.–China…

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The FCC’s Public Interest Standard: Shield or Weapon? with Harold Feld and Tom Hazlett 50:32

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The FCC’s Public Interest Standard: Shield or Weapon? with Harold Feld and Tom Hazlett by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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#248 - Harmoni Towers: Growing a Private Tower Company 22:59

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Increasing mobile data consumption and closing the digital divide are big drivers for continued capacity and coverage expansion among mobile network operators. Private tower companies have been most active in new tower builds and M&A activity in response to these market drivers. But scaling a tower company has its challenges – financing, competitio…

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Radioactive Shrimp and the Future of FDA Oversight 5:10

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Today, we’re diving into a story that’s been making waves: radioactive shrimp. It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s very real. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents recently intercepted multiple shipments of cloves and frozen shrimp from two Indonesian islands—Java and Sumatra—that tested positive for Cesium-137. So what comes n…

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WBD Recruiting Success Stories: Alexandre de Gramont 21:30

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Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Alex de Gramont, a partner in the Business Litigation Group, and leader of the firm’s International Disputes Practice.By Womble Bond Dickinson

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CrossRoads: Alberta's Crop Conference Spotlight - Coming January 2026 8:50

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In this segment, Tracy speaks to Paula Law the Event Chair for CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference about their upcoming January 2026 event. Join Tracy and Paula in this segment as they discuss the theme of this year's event "Grow Boldy," key event speakers, networking opportunities, and so much more. About CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference …

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What Happens When Federal Law Meets Pro Sports and Doesn’t Like What it Finds? 4:50

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Today’s topic is a federal case that’s got some in the sports world playing defense: charges against former and current NBA players and coaches for illegal sports gambling, rigged poker games, and organized crime. Read the full article Former and Current NBA Players and Coaches Have Been Charged Under Federal Law. What Law? About the authors Glenn …

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Farm Transition: Starting The Conversation About Finances w/ Jessica Groskopf 1:09:01

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Farm Transition: Starting The Conversation About Finances #farming #agriculture #farmtransitionplanning #farmlife In this episode, Tracy sits down with Jessica Groskopf, Extension Educator at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, to tackle one of the most important—and often challenging—topics in agriculture: **farm transition planning**. Jessica sha…

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#247 - Wireless Water Cooler - Satellite and Telecom discussion with Consultant Tim Farrar 30:17

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Co-hosts Patrick Halley, WIA President and CEO, and Leslie Stimson, Inside Towers Washington Bureau Chief, discussed the evolution of satellite-to-phone, direct-to-device (D2D) technology with Tim Farrar, founder of TMF Associates. Tim founded his consultancy in 2002 to undertake technical, market and financial consulting across the satellite and t…

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Bill Kovacic on Political Interference, Institutional Decay, and the Future of U.S. Antitrust 48:25

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Bill Kovacic on Political Interference, Institutional Decay, and the Future of U.S. Antitrust by Technology Policy InstituteBy Technology Policy Institute

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Taking a Deep Dive into Buying Government Property 4:55

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In today's episode, we’re talking about something that most people probably didn’t know was a thing: buying buildings from the federal government. Read the full article Guide to Buying Buildings From the Federal Government About the authors Pamela V. Rothenberg Patrice Z. Howard, Ph.D.By Womble Bond Dickinson