Best Meristem Podcasts (2024)

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Breaking down Meristem’s Work Skills Program with Ari von Zboray 33:14

4d ago33:14

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Ever wonder what Meristem’s Work Skills Program looks like behind the scenes? Take a peek inside what we do, how we do it and the challenges Meristem and our students face in achieving success in job training and internships. In this episode: What are Meristem’s 5 Pillars? What does Meristem do to support our students going to work and college? The…

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Sacramento's Legacy of Innovation, Technology and Art; Gold Rush to Railroad to Didion and Beyond. 37:23

3d ago37:23

37:23

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me for a fascinating exploration of Sacramento's significant historical evolution with our passionate guests, Walter White, President of the Sacramento Historical Society, Delta Pick Mello, Vice President and Gregg Lukenbill, Vice President. Listen in as Gregg passion…

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Unlocking Hope: Refugees' and Immigrants' Journey Through "Opening Doors". 44:29

20h ago44:29

44:29

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What does it take to help newly arriving refugees, immigrants, and survivors of trafficking find stability and a sense of belonging in a new country? On this episode, I welcome Jessie Mabry, CEO of Opening Doors, a nonprofit organization that has been making a significant …

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Yolo Farm to Fork's Garden-Based Learning Plants the Seeds for a Healthier Future. 50:22

19d ago50:22

50:22

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What can a school garden teach us about community health and education? On this episode of the Nonprofit Podcast Network, I am thrilled to welcome Salvador Ramirez, the inspiring Executive Director of Yolo Farm to Fork. Salvador's journey from an agricultural family backgr…

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The Health Education Council: Transforming Health Equity for Over 40 Years. 53:10

3d ago53:10

53:10

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... How does a small organization tackling hypertension grow into a community health powerhouse? Join me for an inspiring conversation with Deborah Oto-Kent , the visionary founder of the Health Education Council, as she shares nearly four decades of experience transforming co…

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Laughing Through the Darkness. How 1 Degree of Separation Uses Humor to Heal Depression and Thoughts of Suicide. 1:08:38

10d ago1:08:38

1:08:38

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Can humor save lives? Join me, Jeff Holden, for an extraordinary episode where we'll uncover the potent mix of comedy and mental health with our special guests Brad and Victoria Bonar, and local comedian, DJ Sandhu. These amazing individuals share their raw and real experi…

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From Silence to a Sound Solution for Children With Hearing Loss. How CCHAT Prepares Them for Life. 49:15

1M ago49:15

49:15

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Learn how one parent with twins born with hearing loss was introduced to an effective support program for children as we share the compelling story of Licia Green, the Development Director for CCHAT (Children's Choice for Hearing and Talking) program. Experience the emotio…

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Using Theatrical Performance for Student Empowerment; NorCal School of the Arts. 53:11

1M ago53:11

53:11

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What happens when theater arts meet social-emotional learning and conflict resolution? Join me, Jeff Holden, in this thought-provoking episode as we shed light on the extraordinary work of the NorCal School of the Arts. We'll explore how this organization seamlessly integr…

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Equine Assisted Psychotherapy: How Horses Are Healers of Trauma, Abuse, Addiction and More. 1:07:42

1M ago1:07:42

1:07:42

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Can horses really sense human emotions? Join me, Jeff Holden, as I uncover the profound mental health benefits of equine assisted therapy with Donna Eckwortzel, Founder and Executive Director of Hearts Landing Ranch. Donna’s unique program at Hearts Landing Ranch allows pa…

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Addressing the Non-Profit Landscape of Sustainability & Leadership with Impact Foundry's Kim Tucker. 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if nonprofits could thrive with the same professionalism and efficiency as for-profit businesses? Join me as I sit down with Kim Tucker from The Impact Foundry to dissect the evolving landscape of nonprofit business models and capacity building. Kim unpacks the shift …

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How Personalized Pathways Yield Better Results for Neurodiverse Adults; The Meristem Story. 49:27

2M ago49:27

49:27

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Imagine a world where neurodiversity is not only understood but celebrated for the unique strengths it brings to our society. Erin Schirm of Meristem joins me for a transformative conversation on how this organization is fostering independence and opening doors to employme…

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Raley's & TAP Unpack Hiring Neurodiverse Job Seekers 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

Raley's & TAP Unpack Hiring Neurodiverse Job Seekers. Listen to this week's Voices of the Community: Neurodiversity in Life and Work with special guest, Raley's Senior Manager, Corp HR & Talent Acquisition, Bahar Abullarade. #neurodiverse #autism #hiring #jobseekingtips Share your questions and learn more about us at meristem.pro and tapautism.org…

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Social Venture Partners: How Collective Philanthropy Supports Impactful Giving. 32:44

2M ago32:44

32:44

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Have you ever wondered how your individual skills and resources could make a profound difference in your community? Join me as I talk with Brad Squires, CEO of Social Venture Partners (SVP). He'll explain venture philanthropy, a model where engagement goes far beyond writi…

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Substance Use Disorder: How Granite Wellness is Transforming Recovery. 40:15

2M ago40:15

40:15

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... This episode unlocks the secrets of Granite Wellness Centers' innovative approach to treating substance use disorder as CEO, Victoria Blacksmith takes us behind the scenes of their life-changing programs. Be inspired by the diverse range of services tailored to preempt sub…

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Sowing, Growing and Cultivating Community. The Soil Born Farm Story. 1:07:00

3M ago1:07:00

1:07:00

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... There's a magical quality to the story of Soil Born Farms, a tale of transformation and community that encapsulates the very essence of urban agriculture's potential. As Sean Harrison takes us back to the early days of his pioneering journey, we can't help but feel the pul…

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Raley's Food for Families: Quality Nourishment Feeds Hope and Health to Replace Hunger. 41:36

3M ago41:36

41:36

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Journey with me down the aisles as I speak with Chelsea Minor, VP, Community Impact and Public Affairs at The Raley Companies and Executive Director of Food for Families. Chelsea shares her inspiring tale of weaving community service into the fabric of business. Our conver…

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Advocacy in Action: CASA's Relevance & Necessity in the Foster Care System. 58:58

3M ago58:58

58:58

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Have you ever pondered the inner workings of the foster care system and the unsung heroes guiding children through it? Carol Noreen, Executive Director of CASA Sacramento, joins me today to shine a spotlight on the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program, revealin…

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Transforming Lives and Neighborhoods: Rebuilding Together Sacramento's Bonnie Patterson Shares How. 45:45

3M ago45:45

45:45

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Listen in as Executive Director Bonnie Patterson from Rebuilding Together Sacramento joins me to share the incredible story of how a modest volunteer initiative blossomed into a robust nonprofit organization, touching countless lives along the way. With a legacy that began…

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Inside The River Cats Concessions, Meristem’s partnership & Hiring Neurodiverse Employees 34:01

4M ago34:01

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Take me out to the ball Game! Inside The River Cats Concessions, Meristem’s partnership & Hiring Neurodiverse Employees ⚾️ Join Erin and Harry with special guest, James Thompson, Head of The River Cats Concessions at Sutter Health Park. They unpack how The River Cats partner with non-profits in the area and how that relationship developed into a wo…

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Breakthrough Sacramento: Setting the Stage for Student Success For Over 30 Years. 1:00:59

4M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Ever wondered how a summer program can transform a child's future? Breakthrough Sacramento's 30th anniversary is a testament to the staying power of education and mentorship. Join me as Faith Galati, the dedicated Executive Director of Breakthrough Sacramento, shares the f…

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Healing and Hope. How Kids First Empowers Families Through Support & Collaboration 53:53

4M ago53:53

53:53

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... This episode has a special space in our catalog as Kids First was the very first non profit to have been recorded back during the pandemic. Since that first episode was all about the virtual event, it seemed only fair to bring it up do date to help get the story told of al…

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How Sacramento's Hispanic Chamber Cultivates Commerce and Community. 53:37

4M ago53:37

53:37

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Unlock the secrets of entrepreneurial growth and community impact with Cathy Rodriguez Aguirre, President/CEO of the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, as she shares the chamber's transformative work. Our conversation spotlights the array of bilingual services provid…

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Empathy Through Experience. How "A Touch of Understanding" Celebrates Diverse Abilities. 51:05

4M ago51:05

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me as as I welcome Meghan Adamski from "A Touch of Understanding". We'll uncover the compassionate journey and profound influence of an organization that has been championing disability awareness for over three decades. Meghan shares with us the heartfelt origins of t…

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Sacramento Region Community Foundation's Transformational Strategies Unleash Community Giving 47:43

5M ago47:43

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Ever wondered how the spirit of giving is nurtured within a community? Kerry Wood, CEO of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation joins me to shed light on the monumental efforts that drive philanthropy forward. Our conversation pulls back the curtain on the operational…

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It’s Going to Take All of Us! 42:19

5M ago42:19

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It’s going to take all of us. How TAP and Stannum Core Solutions are changing the workplace landscape for neurodiverse individuals across the U.S. 🇺🇸 Get inspired by this episode of Meristem's Voices of the Community, Harry, Erin and Ben Schatzel, Stannum Core Solutions' founder take a deep dive into what it takes for employers to change the landsc…

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Hands That Feed and Hearts That Love, Sacramento's SPCA Is So Much More Than An Animal Shelter. 54:49

5M ago54:49

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Imagine the journey from a bustling media career to the tranquil life off-the-grid, and finally to the helm of a once-struggling animal shelter. That's the life of Kenn Altine, CEO of the Sacramento SPCA. He's here to shatter the illusion that animal welfare organizations …

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How Big Brothers Big Sisters Collaborate With Luminous Minds to Foster Literacy In Schools. 40:00

6M ago40:00

40:00

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me today as we explore the powerful partnership between Big Brothers Big Sisters and Luminous Minds, aimed at enriching the lives of children through mentorship and improved literacy. Listen in as my guests, Brenda Frascheur, Jacob Petersen and Chandra Roughton, shed …

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Kicking Off American Heart Month With Dr. Reetu Sharma and The American Heart Association 34:55

6M ago34:55

34:55

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... As the rhythmic thumping of our hearts often goes unnoticed, so does the silent threat of heart disease that looms over us, especially for women. Dr. Reetu Sharma, a driving force behind the Go Red for Women movement, joins the conversation kicking off American Heart Month…

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How Do I Keep a Job? 26:33

6M ago26:33

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In this episode, Erin and Harry discuss what’s important to keep a job and what to expect in one of your first work experiences. Based on experiences in internships in the Transformative Autism Program, Erin and Harry offer tips like: be prepared and open for feedback, and consider asking for it each week from your manager practice communicating ab…

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From Foster Care to University President: How Dr. Luke Wood's Journey Translates to Student Success 49:19

6M ago49:19

49:19

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me for a profound journey with Dr. Luke Wood, the trailblazing president of Sacramento State University, as we discuss the stories and struggles that have shaped his dedication to serving students from all walks of life. From his own experiences with food and housing …

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Turn 100 Into 200,000. Evelyn Jensen Explains How Impact 100's Giving Together Empowers Communities 39:00

7M ago39:00

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Discover the story of how women's philanthropy is reshaping our community with Evelyn Jensen, CEO of Impact 100 Greater Sacramento. She illuminates the profound effect of collective giving, where each $1,000 donation unites to award significant grants to impactful nonprofi…

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Tips for Job Interviews 28:11

7M ago28:11

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If getting a new job is a part of your 2024 goals, this is the episode for you! Harry and Erin share how Meristem operates its internship program, including how Meristem uses experiential interviews for neurodiverse candidates. Listen for: more in-depth discussion of the Meristem Method and how Meristem prepares young adults and employers for inter…

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Visit Sacramento's Mike Testa Talks Transformation 45:30

8M ago45:30

45:30

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Ever wondered how a city's economy thrives on tourism? Imagine if your backyard festival could generate millions of dollars and thousands of jobs. That's exactly what Mike Testa, the CEO of Visit Sacramento, brings to light in our chat about the city's diverse attractions …

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A Message on Giving Tuesday 1:50

8M ago1:50

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Erin Schirm shares how you can support Meristem this #GivingTuesday. Support Meristem's work with neurodiverse young people getting on the path to work and greater independence with a tax-deductable donation: meristem.pro/get-involved/support-meristem View Meristem's Holiday Wish List and help fund a specific need of the program. Fund a need goes l…

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Overcoming Overthinking with Ben Lewis 34:27

9M ago34:27

34:27

Meristem program graduate Ben Lewis reflects back on his experience at Meristem, what he loved about the community and the chance to live independently. He shares how he gained the skills to work on a farm and how those experiences influence his attitude toward a day’s work now. Ben shares his path to Meristem and how persistence helped him tackle …

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Empowering the Homeless: Hope Cooperative's Erin Johansen Explains Their Innovative Approach 43:44

9M ago43:44

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me as I explore the critical work of Hope Cooperative, an organization committed to addressing homelessness and offering comprehensive wraparound services, with its CEO, Erin Johansen. Erin shares her journey with Hope Cooperative, which she joined 11 years ago when i…

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Learning by Doing 27:50

9M ago27:50

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Harrison talks about different intellectual or developmental disabilities and asks Erin about how he has responded to difficult situations, like an outburst in class or overcoming anxiety. Listen for: Tips for noticing what you have control over that can improve your well being How proving yourself to be reliable and responsible–even in jobs that a…

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Communication at Work is a Two Way Street 26:45

10M ago26:45

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Guest Eric Steward is the Director of Meristem’s Work Skills team and Transformative Autism Program. With Harrison and Erin, they discuss how they work with employers and neurodiverse job seekers and share: How to ask for support at work and why flexibility is a two way street Why Eric encourages job seekers to watch the TAP employer training How t…

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Crusading Against Domestic Abuse With Beth Hassett from WEAVE, Inc 31:36

10M ago31:36

31:36

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so it seemed appropriate to feature an entity that has served and empowered survivors of domestic violence to grow into healthy, productive people and families. Learn from my conversation with Beth Hassett, CEO and Executive Di…

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How Harry Learned Patience 24:14

10M ago24:14

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Meet hosts Harrison Lane and Erin Schirm. Harrison received an autism diagnosis in elementary school and now works with employers to help them hire neurodiverse people. Erin leads Meristem–a non-profit day and independent living program for autistic and neurodiverse young adults. We cover: What Harrison does working with employers to build a cultur…

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Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services Blake Young on Food Insecurity in Sacramento 46:51

10M ago46:51

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Founded by Father Dan Madigan and a group of volunteers, many of whom were World War II veterans, the Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services has been addressing food insecurity in the community for over four decades. Starting by establishing a soup kitchen at Immaculate …

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Introducing Voices of Community 1:25

11M ago1:25

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Host Harrison Lane introduces the Voice of Community podcast. This is Meristem’s Breaking Barriers Transformative Autism Program Voices of the Community Podcast. So what is Voices of Community you might ask? Well, if you're a job seeker, if you're an employer, if you're a community member interested in learning more about how to work with somebody …

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Sunburst Projects Jake Bradley-Rowe on HIV/AIDS in Our Communities 32:22

1y ago32:22

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... I'll bet if anyone were to ask what you thought about HIV/AIDS in our community, you wouldn't have much to say. If you're like most, you may even have thought the virus was gone. While no longer an epidemic in the US, there are still many survivors, many infected and many …

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Emergency Podcast: Colorado’s SB23-271 will destroy the CO Hemp Industry 1:24:43

1+ y ago1:24:43

1:24:43

Josh Schneider hosts a panel discussion that takes a detailed look at the new hemp bill coming for a final vote that will devastate Colorado’s Hemp industry. Led by Hunter Buffington from Ag Policy Solutions, we discuss the serious implications of SB23-271 for the Hemp industry in Colorado. The discussion is a clear indication that state legislator…

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Society For The Blind : Shari Roeseler Explains the Support for the Vision Impaired 33:08

1+ y ago33:08

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What is the legal definition of blindness? How many people would be considered "legally" blind in our region? What resources are there to support those dealing with or suddenly finding themselves blind? Executive Director of Society for the Blind, Sacramento, Shari Roesele…

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Lisa Wrightsman Explains Street Soccer USA and Homeless World Cup 55:30

1+ y ago55:30

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Lisa Wrightsman, Street Soccer USA Sacramento's Managing Partner, shares her story and how it lead to her involvement in Street Soccer USA, what Street Soccer is and how it engages communities to break the cycle of homelessness thru sport. The conversation continues to the…

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Charter Schools Explained: Kevin Dobson of Capital College & Career Academy 34:24

1+ y ago34:24

34:24

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Why do some schools perform better than others? What is the difference between a public school, a private school and a parochial school? How are charter schools funded? Do charter school students outperform their peers at other schools? These are just some of the questions…

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Ep. 23 - BioScience Company Leads Research of RARE Cannabinoids w/ Jessica Tonani, Verda Bio & Simple Jane CBD Skincare 2:15:49

1+ y ago2:15:49

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Jessica Tonani is a biotechnology professional with over two decades of experience in life sciences. CEO of Verda Bio; a cannabis research company which she co-founded. Verda Bio is performing genomic, analytical and agricultural research on cannabis. Jessica has been active in changing cannabis research legislation. She has worked on multiple piec…

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Ep. 24 - How the Emerging Hemp Food Industry Will Build the US & Global Hemp Economies w/ Richard Rose, Founder of the Hemp Foods Association 1:06:55

1+ y ago1:06:55

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Definitely an episode you must hear as Josh tackles several hot issues with OG, Richard Rose, founder of the Hemp Foods Association, and author of the Richard Rose Report. The expert voice in all things hemp foods, listen to Richard’s keen insights regarding what the hemp industry still needs and why hemp grain is poised to be the market’s first bi…

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Ep. 22 - BONUS * LIVE Recording of UNCTAD United Nations Conference on Trade & Development, Industrial Hemp Workshop, Geneva 01.18.23 2:59:15

1+ y ago2:59:15

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Original audio download link “The UNCTAD Commodities Branch has recently produced a report on industrial hemp that will provide the background material for a forum on the ecological properties and economic potential of this commodity. National experiences will also be shared on the development of an industrial hemp value chain. Industrial hemp does…

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