Best New Social Worker® Podcast Edition Podcasts (2024)

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Tunde Benjamin - Finding your Path in Security 33:06

2M ago33:06

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We interviewed Tunde Benjamin about his career journey, from deciding quite young he wanted to be a game developer, to working in IT before finding his squiggly path into cyber security management.By Rosie Anderson Bee in Cyber

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Dave McKenzie - Security Community Debate 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

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Dave and I discussed his career, from working in IT in clean rooms, to working at an MSSP, to spending tax payers money within critical national infrastructure. Dave is now a third of Damn Good Security, a start-up aimed at the SME businesses. We talked about the importance of ethics and building trust, to community events, to supporting critical s…

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Jules - The Threat Intelligence episode 33:36

3M ago33:36

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We interviewed the fabulous Jules who talked to us about Threat Intelligence - what it is, what it isn't and the do's and don'ts about this type of career. Jules began her career on a service desk, and kept on wanting to learn more and more, and found herself in Threat Intel. This was a fascinating episode and a really inspiring discussion - with l…

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Drama Personality Disorders 15:14

3M ago15:14

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Have you ever met someone who is not genuine? They're dramatic, manipulative, tell lies, and always are the victim in all their situations. Let's look at Histrionic Personal Disorder: This is a mental health condition that affects the way a person thinks, perceives, and relates to others.

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Tash Norris - Path to CISO 31:54

4M ago31:54

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This was a great interview with Tash Norris, currently the CISO at Zopa Bank. We talked about her route into the industry, from working at the Apple Store, to working at Capital One. Tash discussed how she became Security Manager at Moonpig, and how she built on her skills by sitting in on interviews. Tash also shared some great advice about compar…

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Gerald Benischke - The DevSecOps Edit 46:26

5M ago46:26

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We interviewed the AppSec expert Gerald Benischke about whatDevSecops is, and what it isn't, his path from software engineering into cyber security, and the interesting roles he has worked on, including the Furlough scheme during Covid. We also discussed contracting vs permanent roles, the benefits of both, as well as his thoughts on the industry. …

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Keith Price - The Diverse Teams Discussion 44:08

6M ago44:08

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We had a fantastic chat with Keith Price, and covered a lot in the 40 minute chat. From transitioning from the military, working in the US and the UK, to working with DarkMatter overseas and finding the right working environment. We talked about the benefits of working within and hiring diverse teams, the importance of being an ally and speaking up…

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Palvi Sharma The Career Changer Journey - From Teacher to Cyber 25:06

8M ago25:06

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This was such an inspiring interview with Palvi Sharma. Within 6 months she made the decision to leave teaching and to retrain into cyber security via Capslock. During that time, she has joined Travelex, immersed herself into the cyber security community. As well as her new role, she has also set up a non-profit for education, with a business partn…

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Sam Humphries - From Travel Agent to Global Security Strategy Director 45:44

8M ago45:44

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What a fun episode! We talked about growing up QA'ing games, the inspiration of Kate Adey and a deep seated passion for the truth. When a global mass mailer struck down email servers around the world, this ignited a morbid curiosity with security, which saw Samantha start at McAfee. We talked about John McAfee, the trusted security blanket, and we …

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Brooklyn Neighborhood Policing Itself "Brownsville In Violence Out"; Fashion Mogul Kathy Ireland Teams Up With Foreseeable Future Foundation To Advocate For Blind & Visually Impaired Community 27:22

8M ago27:22

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Brooklyn Neighborhood Policing Itself "Brownsville In Violence Out" In Brownsville, community members are coming together to try out a new approach to public safety. Brownsville In Violence Out (BIVO) is an anti-gun violence initiative in which Brownsville residents respond to low level street crimes themselves, rather than having the NYPD make arr…

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2023 Election Results Analysis; Preserving "The Boss": How The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center For American Music Came To Be 27:23

9M ago27:23

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2023 Election Results Analysis The results are in! Journalist and host of the “Max Politics” podcast, Ben Max, joins MetroFocus to breakdown the results of the 2023 Election. Preserving "The Boss": How The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center For American Music Came To Be If you know anything about music icon Bruce Springsteen you know that he’s a J…

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New York Voters Speak Out On Issues That Matter To Them Most; MTA Looks Beyond Policing As Fare Evasion Crisis Approaches $1 Billion In Losses 27:02

9M ago27:02

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New York Voters Speak Out On Issues That Matter To Them Most More than 8 New York state voters say the recent influx of migrants to New York is a “serious problem” for the state, according to a new Siena poll released Oct. 24. And 58% agree with Mayor Adams’ statement made last month that the migrant issue could “destroy New York City.” Siena polls…

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Special Edition: Finding Faith 26:47

9M ago26:47

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Religion vs. Tradition We take you to United Palace in Washington Heights, where patrons preach with an open heart; bridging the divide between religion and tradition with frank, honest, and raw conversations. City of Gods Queens is known as the birthplace of religious freedom in America. Do you know why? The answer may surprise you. Find out why a…

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Exploring Hate: Colleges Struggle With Their Response To The Israeli-Hamas War; HBO's "The Stroll" Looks Back At The Legacy of Transgender Sex Workers in NYC 26:58

9M ago26:58

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Exploring Hate: Colleges Struggle With Their Response To The Israeli-Hamas War In just the latest incident of antisemitism on a college campus, a 21-year-old Cornell student was arrested this week for allegedly threatening to kill Jewish classmates. Governor Kathy Hochul has directed State Police to increase security at colleges and universities ac…

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NYPD's New Head of Intelligence and Counterterrorism; "My Partner, My Enemy: An Unflinching View of Domestic Violence and New Ways To Protect Victims"; "Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science Behind Your ... 27:20

9M ago27:20

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NYPD's New Head of Intelligence and Counterterrorism Over the summer, NYPD Police Commissioner Edward Caban appointed Rebecca Weiner as the agency’s Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence and Counterterrorism – the largest counterterrorism and intelligence gathering operation in American policing. Weiner joined the NYPD in 2006, and has a long track r…

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The End of AirBNB in NYC?; Chasing The Dream - "From Madison Avenue To Rikers Island: The Making of a Social Entrepeneur" 27:00

9M ago27:00

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The End of AirBNB in NYC? Since its inception, Airbnb has become an increasingly popular option for tourists visiting New York City. In 2022, short-term rental listings across the city, like Airbnb and VRBO, generated $85 million in revenue. While visitors have enjoyed the lower prices and larger spaces that short-term rentals can offer, some resid…

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Exploring Hate: The Normalization of Antisemitism 27:01

9M ago27:01

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Tonight, we revisit our Exploring Hate initiative conversation looking at the surge in anti-Jewish hate and why antisemitism is shifting from fringe to mainstream. Join us for this eye opening discussion are contributing writer at The Atlantic, Yair Rosenberg; author and historian professor Pamela Nadell; and Senior Fellow at the Southern Poverty L…

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Holly Grace Williams - The Pen Test Edition 47:09

9M ago47:09

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We had a great chat with Holly Grace W. from Akimbo Core. We talked about what pen testing is, what it isn't, and whether getting DA is the be-all and end-all of l33t pen testers. We also talked about the value of a pen test vs red teaming and the importance of a great report. We also talked about degrees vs exams, with some great advice shared abo…

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Joan Lunden & Sheryl Crow Share Their Personal Journeys Of Surviving Breast Cancer; Dangerous Shortage of Cancer Drugs 27:19

9M ago27:19

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Joan Lunden & Sheryl Crow Share Their Personal Journeys Of Surviving Breast Cancer Joan Lunden and Sheryl Crow share their personal stories of struggle, survival, and triumph, on their mission to educate everyone on breast cancer and teach us the keys to saving lives. Dangerous Shortage of Cancer Drugs National shortages of vital chemotherapy medic…

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Chasing The Dream: The WNET Group's "Close To Home" Town Hall Series On Housing Equality - Night 2 27:12

9M ago27:12

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How should we understand the increasing demonization and criminalization of homelessness across America? Is shelter alone enough for meeting the call of this moment, or merely an essential starting place? What can leaders in this field teach us about invoking empathy and critical analysis in responding to this complex set of issues? And finally, ho…

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The Cost of Congestion Pricing 27:10

9M ago27:10

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New York City is getting ready to implement congestion pricing starting next spring. MTA Chair Janno Lieber recently announced that the transit authority is on track to begin tolling drivers coming into Manhattan below 61th Street in May 2024. What's still not clear is how much the toll will cost, but it’s estimated it could be anywhere from $9 to …

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Future of Policing: Crime-Fighting Robots?; "Naming Gotham: The Villains, Rogues, and Heroes Behind New York Place Names" 27:09

9M ago27:09

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Future of Policing: Crime-Fighting Robots? In September, Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD unveiled a new subway-patrolling robot called K5, which patrols the Times Square subway station from 12AM to 6AM during a two-month trial. The new surveillance tool is one of a growing fleet of NYPD robots which have been criticized, due to their cost and the pot…

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Chasing The Dream -Shams DaBaron: Homeless Activist Working With The City To Fix Its Shelters 27:18

9M ago27:18

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Last week, Governor Kathy Hochul endorsed Mayor Eric Adams’ legal challenge to suspend the decades-old right to shelter rule. Many homeless advocates claim if the mayor is successful, New York City could see more homeless and a major uptick in tent encampments. Tonight, we revisit an interview with activist Shams DaBaron who is all too familiar wit…

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Inside The Protests; "Right To Shelter" Architect Slams Adams' Challenge of Landmark Housing Guarantee 26:35

9M ago26:35

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Inside The Protests A reporter who was in the heart of Friday’s pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian protests in Times Square joins MetroFocus to share what he saw that day. "Right To Shelter" Architect Slams Adams' Challenge of Landmark Housing Guarantee Just over 40 years ago, 26-year-old attorney Robert Hayes took on a pro bono case that turned into …

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Exploring Hate Special Report - Journey To Home: New York and New Jersey Residents Share Their Stories From Inside The War Zone In The Middle East 27:09

9M ago27:09

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An Exploring Hate special report on the conflict in the Middle East. The events in Israel and Gaza are being deeply felt in the Tri-State area. Tonight, we talk with the mother of an 18-year-old who narrowly escaped the bombing with her life, but made it out of Israel and is now traveling halfway around the world to reunite with her family. Also, w…

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Preserving Democracy: How Young Latinos Could Sway The 2024 Election and Beyond 27:13

9M ago27:13

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Latinos constitute one of the most rapidly expanding voting blocs in American elections. A recent analysis by the Brookings Institution underscores the profound impact of this demographic. Latinos not only possess the highest ratio of first-time voters among any voting bloc in the country, but this growth is largely fueled by voters under the age o…

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Hell To Pay: How The Suppression of Wages Is Destroying America 27:22

10M ago27:22

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As economic inequality continues to intensify in the United States, we consider at how we got to this point. In the new book “Hell to Pay: How the Suppression of Wages is Destroying America,” author Michael Lind argues that our biggest problems, from political polarization to the growing culture wars, are rooted in the actions that big businesses h…

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2-Night Report on the NYC Migrant Crisis: Night 2 27:25

10M ago27:25

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Tonight, our special report on the migrant crisis in New York City continues. We give you an inside look at the conditions of one of the temporary shelters being used to house migrants and consider why so many migrants are choosing New York, out of all cities, even after our mayor and governor have so publicly discouraged their arrival. While some …

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2-Night Report on the NYC Migrant Crisis: Night 1 27:11

10M ago27:11

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Mayor Eric Adams, Governor Kathy Hochul, and President Joe Biden have recently been at odds over the handling of the New York migrant crisis. This as Mayor Adams is heading on a 4-day trip to Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia to “learn more” about the root causes of the situation. In night one of a two-night special report, we discuss the impact that th…

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Why is New York Lagging Behind in Legal Marijuana Sales? 27:24

10M ago27:24

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Housing Works, the first recreational marijuana dispensary to open in New York, recently reported that in their first six months of operation they sold $12 million dollars’ worth of marijuana products, doubling their initial sales projections. Though this particular dispensary has been successful, the rest of the state has lagged behind. Housing Wo…

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Sen. Bob Menendez Pleads Not Guilty To Bribery Charges; Student Mental Health Week: Night 4 26:58

10M ago26:58

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METROFOCUS & NJ PBS / NJ SPOTLIGHT NEWS SPECIAL REPORT: SEN. BOB MENENDEZ PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO BRIBERY CHARGES U.S. Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey and his wife, Nadine, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to bribery charges. Federal prosecutors allege the Senator took bribes of cash and bars of gold in exchange for his political influence to aid…

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Rob Newby - The view from the CISO 1:07:30

10M ago1:07:30

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Rob discusses his career path from product management into security architecture into the CISO role, and the path he travelled along the way. We talk about the pros and cons of contracting, about the importance of a shared plan, and a shared vision, his view on what a CISO is and what a CISO isn't, as well as networking via WhatsApp. We also talked…

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MetroFocus Student Mental Health Week: Night 3 - A Mental Health Conversation: Black Youth Suicide 27:10

10M ago27:10

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All this week, MetroFocus will bring you stories on mental health from a variety of perspectives. We'll hear families, students, and doctors discuss this urgent issue and explore emerging solutions. Tonight, the deaths of former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst and musician Ian Alexander Jr., the son of actress Regina King, have put a spotlight on the rise i…

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Student Mental Health Week: Night 2 - PBS LearningMedia Suppoorts Students' Mental Health with "Healthy Minds, Thriving Kids" 27:18

10M ago27:18

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All this week, MetroFocus will bring you stories on mental health from a variety of perspectives. We'll hear families, students, and doctors discuss this urgent issue and explore emerging solutions. Tonight, mental health among children has become a pressing concern. The challenges brought on by the pandemic - from remote learning to social isolati…

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Student Mental Health Week: Night 1 - "Anxious Nation": Documentary Explores Epidemic of Anxiety Among Children and Teens 27:21

10M ago27:21

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More than one in three high school students reports feeling persistent hopelessness - a 40% increase since 2009, and suicide has become the second leading cause of death for teens aged 15 to 19. While today’s students are facing unprecedented challenges in the realm of mental health, there are resources available to help families, students, and edu…

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Peril & Promise: Climate Journalism In The Age Of Climate Emergency 26:53

10M ago26:53

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PERIL & PROMISE: CLIMATE JOURNALISM IN THE AGE OF CLIMATE EMERGENCY It’s Climate Week in New York City. As the world faces an increasingly dire climate emergency, MetroFocus welcomes three winners of this year’s Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards, awarded for excellence in reporting on the climate crisis and its solutions. With us tonight are M…

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How Investigators Cracked The Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Case 27:07

10M ago27:07

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For over a decade it was the Long Island cold case that couldn't be cracked. Nearly a dozen people killed, their bodies left near Gilgo Beach on the island’s South Shore. A major break in the case finally came this summer when a special task force arrested a 59-year-old architect from Long Island and charged him with murdering several of the victim…

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Mayor Adams Says Migrant Crisis “Will Destroy New York City” And Cost Tax Payers $12 Billion Over Next 3 Years. 30:00

10M ago30:00

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MAYOR ADAMS SAYS MIGRANT CRISIS “WILL DESTROY NEW YORK CITY” AND COULD COST TAYPAYERS $12 BILLION OVER NEXT 3 YEARS Over one hundred thousand migrants have come to New York over the past year. With little help from Washington, DC and a price tag that could cost taxpayers $12 billion dollars over the next three years, city officials are concerned ab…

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2-Night Event - NYC'S Shoplifting Epidemic; "Stay NJ" New Law Aims to Keep Older Adults in NJ By Cutting Their Property Taxes 27:23

10M ago27:23

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METROFOCUS 2-NIGHT EVENT: NIGHT 1 - NYC’S SHOPLIFTING EPIDEMIC There is a reason why you have been seeing everyday products, even inexpensive ones, locked behind plastic at your pharmacy or when you go shopping at one of the big-name retail stores in New York City. It’s because retail theft is skyrocketing, and not just here, where the NYPD have re…

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Could Increasing Women Police Recruits To 30% Change Departments' Culture? 26:58

10M ago26:58

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Currently, women comprise only 12% of sworn officers and 3% of police leadership nationwide. An initiative aims to increase the percentage of female police officers in the U.S. to 30 percent by 2030. The 30X30 Initiative, supported by over 200 police agencies including the New York Police Department, states the effort will produce a major shift in …

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Special: Remembering 9/11 27:25

10M ago27:25

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IN PICTURES: THE TRANSFORMATION OF LOWER MANHATTAN - THE 80’S, 9/11, AND BEYOND For nearly 300 years, the waterfront area of Lower Manhattan was the busiest seaport in the world, the epicenter of New York’s trade and commerce. Yet the neighborhood was never glamorous. For generations, the waterfront offered jobs to dock workers: unloaders, lumpers,…

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The Culture of Hazing 27:13

11M ago27:13

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There has been at least one hazing related death in the United States every year since 1959, including two in New York State in 2019. Despite hazing being illegal in 44 states- approximately 55 percent of college students who participate in clubs, teams, and campus organizations experience it. An Independent Lens documentary titled, “Hazing” takes …

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Family Documents Their Fight For Inclusion In The Classroom For Their Disabled Son 26:38

11M ago26:38

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As 3-year-old Emilio prepares to start NYC public school, his family finds itself embroiled in a challenge all too common for children with disabilities- to secure the right to an inclusive education that favors integration over segregation. Feeling cornered as they struggle through New York City’s public school system, which is one of the most seg…

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Back to School Special: PBS LearningMedia Supports Students' Mental Health With "Healthy Minds, Thriving Kids" 27:12

11M ago27:12

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Mental health among children has become a pressing concern. The challenges brought on by the pandemic - from remote learning to social isolation - many children and teens have faced increased stress, anxiety, and depression. As students head back to school this fall, PBS LearningMedia is providing a free collection of resources through the Healthy …

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How Next-Generation Libraries Are Getting Students Ready For The Real World; Delivering Inclusive Education to Children of All Abilities and Identities 27:20

11M ago27:20

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BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL: HOW NEXT-GENERATION LIBRARIES ARE GETTING STUDENTS READY FOR THE REAL WORLD The days of school libraries being a place for only books and getting shushed are a thing of the past, at least in some school districts. Baldwin High School on Long Island is among them, transforming its traditional library space into a collaborativ…

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Stephen Deutsch - MDR & SOC Careers 42:16

11M ago42:16

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Stephen talked about his vast career in SOC and Detection and Response, including working in the betting industry, working within large banking clients, and what he has learnt along the way. We talked about how to get into SOC jobs, and how the importance of impact skills, and customer service relates to entry level roles. We also spoke about the i…

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Lorna & Andrea - Capslock Bootcamp 45:18

11M ago45:18

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Lorna & Andrea discuss why they set up the Capslock bootcamp, their backgrounds in academia, being a female founder vs being lesbians in the cyber industry, and the importance of visibility in the industry. Bootcamps have had a bad reputation historically, and Capslock are breaking barriers into the industry. This was a really fun episode to record…

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Encore: Life on Rikers: An Oral History of New York City's Most Notorious Lockup 26:35

11M ago26:35

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New York City jails are deadlier now than they have been in decades, with 19 detainees reportedly dying last year in custody or right after their release, the highest rate in 25 years. Many died at Rikers, which has been plagued by overdoses, violence, and inhumane conditions for years. So how did things get this bad and is there hope for a turnaro…

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Encore: What's Behind NYC's Shoplifting Spike? 27:09

11M ago27:09

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No doubt you’ve noticed that almost every item at your local pharmacy seems to be locked behind plastic cases these days. The reason is due to the sharp increase in shoplifting we’ve experienced in New York City over the past three years. According to the NYPD, there has been a 66 percent increase in reports of retail-theft here since 2019, costing…

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Encore: Sharks of New York: What's Driving The Surge In Attacks and Sightings? 26:51

11M ago26:51

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Scientists say the increased shark activity could be our new normal. More sharks can indicate a healthier ocean and there is groundbreaking research underway in our area to catch, track and better understand these misunderstood predators of the deep. For the latest on these efforts and how to stay safe this summer we’re joined by Frank Quevedo, exe…

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