Best Raw District Podcasts (2024)

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STRAIGHT DOPE: CARL OLSEN PART 2 24:06

1h ago24:06

24:06

There was so much to cover with Carl Olsen that we split this episode into two parts! And now that there is an approved secular use for marijuana in Iowa under the medical cannabidiol act, Iowa Code chapter 124, can the State still deny his right to consume THC for religious purposes? I expect the newly enacted Iowa Religious Freedom Restoration Ac…

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DOS AND DON’TS: MEGGAN GUNS - TRICYCLE AND A CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER 16:38

4d ago16:38

16:38

We are not going to ruin the surprise effect of this episode of Dos and Don’ts by putting any of it in the description. We will just say, Meggan Guns was warmed up in her last episode, so we decided to turn up the heat. She wants to be the next Dallas County Attorney. Can she answer the tough questions? Here is a hint about this episode. It involve…

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A conversation with Austin Theriault, Maine Congressional District 2 candidate 1:15:10

5d ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Austin Theriault is the current State Representative from Fort Kent Maine. He is also a former race car driver for NASCAR. Theriault is running for the United States House of Representatives, seeking to represent the 2nd District Congressional seat in Maine.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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68. Jason Worthley: stepping-up, good people, conservative, Republican, Morgan County Western District Commissioner 34:01

5d ago34:01

34:01

Welcome back to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. Jason Worthley is a returning guest. Just a good guy that cares about his county and country. Jason has served under three different law enforcement agencies all while living in Morgan County. Jason in running for the Morgan County Western District Commissioner. The election is August 6, 2024. I…

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What Is Kyung Wha Kang's Vision for the Asia Society? 26:47

13d ago26:47

26:47

No stranger to New York, Dr. Kyung Wha Kang, the former foreign minister of Korea, has hit the ground running at the Asia Society. She tells Jim of her goals for the society, and candidly discusses US foreign policy in the Indo-Pacific region.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: 20 TONS OF MARIJUANA FOR RELIGIOUS USE 30:15

11d ago30:15

30:15

Is there a First Amendment defense to importing 20 tons of marijuana for religious use? Join a fascinating discussion with Carl Olsen as he takes viewers on a nearly 50-year, pioneering journey of defending his constitutional right to consume sacramental cannabis as a member of the Ethiopian Zion Coptic Church. I consider him the foremost expert on…

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A conversation with Maine's Senior US Senator Susan Collins 53:00

13d ago53:00

53:00

Maine punches above its weight in the Senate. If you want to make something happen or solve a problem, you call Susan Collins. Collins is known for doing her homework. You can bet that when she comes to a conclusion, she can back that decision up with facts, figures and intuition, gained from her experience. I have known the Senator since 1994, but…

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Deception - We the people must stand up to deception, or be destroyed by it 37:28

20d ago37:28

37:28

In this episode, I use two specific issues to demonstrate the kind of overall deception that is used by our government and our elected people to gain what ever it is they desire. The two issues are about what really happened in Charlottesville VA seven years ago and the deception campaign that is being used by the Maine Turnpike Authority to destro…

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GRL VICTORY VAULT: EMPLOYER GROSS NEGLIGENCE IN MINING COLLAPSE 20:30

18d ago20:30

20:30

In this episode of GRL’s Victory Vault, we delve into a remarkable case where justice prevailed in the face of gross negligence by an employer. We speak with GRL partner Cory Gourley about a harrowing mining accident that resulted in the tragic death of the client's son. The son's employer's egregious negligent conduct was so pronounced that the ju…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: DISCARDED DNA 17:01

26d ago17:01

17:01

We have been saying it for over a year now. Eat your damn crust! After the Iowa Supreme Court case at the center of this episode we can now add to that advice. If you don’t want Big Brother getting your DNA clearing your table and straw from the Iowa famous Pizza Ranch restaurant. The ultimate question we dive into on this episode of Law Splaining …

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A conversation with retired Army Col, and Maine GOP 1st District Congressional Candidate Ron Russell 1:07:37

29d ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Retired Army Col. Ron Russell is a very engaging person. For those of you that do not yet know him, this podcast gives you insight into who he is and what were and are the influences that led him down his life's path. Russell graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and then served 30 years and 28 days in the US Army. He reti…

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A discussion of how to solve the issues facing Maine 50:34

1M ago50:34

50:34

While this podcast is Maine-centric, the principles apply to every state. This episode deals with tax policy, infrastructure, education and vision. Love to hear your feedbackBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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Will We See a Cure for Any of the Degenerative Diseases Any Time Soon? | Richard Lifton 26:47

1M ago26:47

26:47

Richard Lifton, the 11th president of Rockefeller University, the nation’s leading research institution located in New York City, tells Jim about the latest advances in scientific research and the never-ending search for a cure.

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DOS AND DON'TS: MEGGAN GUNS - UNLIMITED FUNDS? 14:52

1M ago14:52

14:52

We finally tricked a prosecutor into appearing on GRL Raw! Current Assistant Polk County Attorney and candidate for Dallas County Attorney, Meggan Guns faces the firing squad on another riveting episode of Dos and Don’ts. Do prosecutors have to consider the financial costs associated with a prosecution? Do they strike deals because it might be too …

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A conversation with Pastor Matt Osgood 1:03:16

1M ago1:03:16

1:03:16

Matt Osgood is the Executive Pastor at Eastpoint Christian Church in South Portland Maine. While originally from Maine, Matt and his family ministered in Texas for about a decade. Matt returned to Maine to be a part of the pastoral team at Eastpoint. I asked him to join me on the podcast because a few weeks earlier, he gave one of the top five serm…

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67. Ryan Goolsby and Rene Cleveland/The Little Farm Store/Online Farmers Market/Fresh Home Delivery/Local Grown Foods/Micro Dairy/Orchard/Homesteading 37:02

1M ago37:02

37:02

Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. I found today's guest as a featured business in a magazine called Rural Missouri. Their business is called "The Little Farm Store". They are located East of Springfield in Mansfield, Missouri. The Little Farm Store is an online farmers market connecting fresh foods grown from local farmers to the pub…

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A Memorial Day Tribute - 2024 38:32

2M ago38:32

38:32

Going back to my very early years, Memorial Day has always meant a lot to the people of my family. My family has a long history of military service. It was important to my Mom and Dad that me and my brother Jim had a strong understanding of what Memorial Day is and why it is important. We always attended the parades and the commemoration services. …

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VICTORY VAULT: SCHOOL DISTRICT FAILS SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT 21:16

2M ago21:16

21:16

In this episode of GRL’s Victory Vault, we shed light on a case where justice was not only served for a young client but also held a school district accountable for its own failures. We speak with GRL partner Bobby Rehkemper about a case that started with a tragic incident: the sexual assault of a special education student by another student within…

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A conversation about energy with Matt Jacobson of Summit Natural Gas 1:09:29

2M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Matt Jacobson is the director of sales and Marketing for Summit Natural Gas in Maine. Jacobson attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis MD and then served as a pilot in the United States Air Force. He has had a varied business career, head of a railroad company, leader of a lobster marketing co-op, head of Maine & Company - a business …

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DOS AND DON'TS: BLIND, FURY, INAPPROPRIATE CUSTOMER 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

Jill Zwagerman was warmed up with the softball in our last episode, so we crank up the difficulty level on this Dos and Don’ts. This one involves disabilities, a Furry, a pupachino and a naughty customer. What is an employer required to do to protect its people from unruly customers? Are Furry’s a “protected class?” What is a “protected class”? Jil…

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A conversation with Maine State Representative Josh Morris of Turner Maine 1:14:25

2M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Joshua Morris is an American realtor and politician who has represented the 75th district in the Maine House of Representatives since 2018. He is a Republican. Morris is in his third term and is seeking re-election to a fourth term. He serves on the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services committee of the Maine Legislature. Morris represe…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: SOCIAL MEDIA AND GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES 14:08

2M ago14:08

14:08

You comment on your Mayor’s Facebook page about how he is doing a terrible job. Your comment gets deleted. You comment again. It gets deleted. You go to comment again. You are blocked! The First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees citizens the right to speak their mind, dissent against the government and express their opinions. I…

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A conversation with Bill Green, a Maine treasure 1:23:46

2M ago1:23:46

1:23:46

Best known for his long running (20 years) program, "Bill Green's Maine," Bill is an iconic figure in Maine broadcasting history. Bill spent 47 years working in broadcast journalism. His reputation for good humor, story-telling and sincerity set a standard that few have matched. This podcast conversation is literally a romp through a wide variety o…

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DOS AND DON’TS: MY GIRLFRIENDS BOSS TOLD HER TO BREAK UP WITH ME 16:45

2M ago16:45

16:45

GRL Raw takes Dos and Don’ts to an entirely new level this season with guest appearances from local lawyers who have a special set of skills on the topics of discussion. We kick it off with Jill Zwagerman of who specializes in Employment Discrimination cases; think Sexual Harassment. We sit Jill down, throw a few drinks down her throat and hit her …

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What is the Greatest Global Risk in 2024? | Ian Bremmer 26:47

2M ago26:47

26:47

Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the risk consultancy, Eurasia Group, as well as the popular host of GZERO World which people can see on public television, in a thought-provoking interview analyzes for us the top 10 global risks this year. Heading the list is unsurprisingly the presidential election looming on the horizon, with the internal po…

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66. Gina Kuda/1st Generation Cattle Rancher/Female Rancher/Limousin/Show Me Select/Bulls/Replacement Heifers 48:22

2M ago48:22

48:22

Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. Meet female cattle rancher, Gina Kuda. Her passion is with the Limousin breed. Gina offers bull and replacement heifers. She also goes above and beyond to increase safety by halter breaking most of the bulls she sells. You are going to love this down-to-Earth, knowledgeable, hardworking cowgirl. Her …

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A conversation with David Neeleman, Founder & CEO of Breeze Airways 33:09

3M ago33:09

33:09

David Gary Neeleman is a Brazilian-American businessman. He has founded five commercial airlines: Morris Air, WestJet, JetBlue Airways, Azul Brazilian Airlines, and Breeze Airways. The conversation is about Breeze Airways and what David sees as their future.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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STRAIGHT DOPE: CIVIL LIBERTIES AT STAKE IN UNIVERSITY GAMBLING SCANDAL 25:52

3M ago25:52

25:52

On this episode of the Straight Dope, Colin’s guest, Andrew Mertens, Executive Director of the Iowa Association for Justice, discusses the latest developments in the gambling controversy that rocked the University of Iowa and Iowa State athletic departments last fall. What technology did the state’s Division of Criminal Investigation use to target …

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A conversation with Corey Lewandowski - an advisor to President Trump 44:30

3M ago44:30

44:30

Corey R. Lewandowski is an American political operative, lobbyist, political commentator and author who is politically associated with Donald Trump. He was the first campaign manager of Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. He is now a paid member of the Trump campaign advisory team. More personally, Lewandowski is frequent contributor to my morning …

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VICTORY VAULT: PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT AND SANCTIONS 36:36

3M ago36:36

36:36

In this episode, we crack open GRL’s Victory Vault to shine some light on a case where not only did GRL Law get a great result for a client but were also able to dole out some justice to a prosecutor. We sit down with GRL partner Matt Lindholm to explain how a rather routine Operating While Intoxicated charge took an unexpected turn when Matt’s tho…

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A conversation with Claude Berube, USNR(retired), Author, Professor and so much more 56:36

3M ago56:36

56:36

I have known Claude Berube for 19 years. He is a valued contributor to my morning talk show. I continue to appreciate his thinking on many of the important issues facing our nation and the world. From his twitter bio: Historian, USNA History prof, novelist; USNR (Ret); former host Preble Hall naval history pod; Trekkie; political independent; views…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: TRUMP BALLOT BALLYHOO 11:49

3M ago11:49

11:49

Lawsplaining is where GRL Raw breaks down fancified legal mumbojumbo over beers and explains it so that all may understand. On this very first episode we tackle the hot-off-the-press United States Supreme Court decision involving the Trump Ballot Ballyhoo. Can a State keep a presidential candidate off of their ballot? What was their theory that lea…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: HEMP DERIVED THC UPDATE 19:38

3M ago19:38

19:38

Welcome to the Straight Dope where Colin Murphy dishes the plain truth on all things vice in Iowa. In this episode, Colin chats with Bobby Rehkemper about consumable hemp products. Want to know how to tell what is legal to possess and consume? And what will get you arrested? Gummies, vapes and mushroom products are covered. Colin also reviews Iowa …

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A follow up discussion about the 300 year old farm, national popular vote compact and how the two are related 40:31

3M ago40:31

40:31

On April 2nd, my podcast was essentially about the theft of the Knight Family Farms land by the Maine Turnpike Authority (MTA). I spoke with Warren Knight and got an update from him about the status of the MTA effort. In edition, I included a follow up on the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact that passed both the Maine House and the Maine Se…

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65. Amber Watkins: Reclaiming Dawn/ healthy products/ essential oils/ natural cleaning products/ wellness/no poisons/ homesteading 35:55

3M ago35:55

35:55

Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. It is my pleasure to introduce Amber Watkins, the owner of Reclaiming Dawn. She is done with putting poisons into her body and designed a healthy line of products for skin, hair, laundry, and wellness. Amber is doing the research and finding lie after lie. One common thought that she has had to help …

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A 300 year old Maine business & the theft of their land by the Maine Turnpike Authority 38:57

4M ago38:57

38:57

Smiling Hill Farm in Westbrook Maine started in the 1720s. They began 56 years before the Declaration of Independence. Through thirteen generations, through war, financial hardship, global depressions, weather anomalies and anything else you can think of, the Knight family has found a way to endure, persevere and thrive. Yet, their greatest potenti…

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Overcoming the Danger of Disinformation in the November Election | Barbara McQuade 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

Barbara McQuade, former US Attorney for Michigan, is author of a new book, which has swept the nation, this week #3 on the New York Times best seller list. The book is entitled “Attack from Within—How Disinformation is Sabotaging America.” In the book, she shows how dictators spew disinformation online, and use it to seize power. We discuss how, if…

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A conversation with US Army Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Travis Mills of the Travis Mills Foundation 45:48

4M ago45:48

45:48

Born and raised in Vassar, Michigan, United States Army Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated veteran, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. In addition to being the founder of the Travis Mills Foundation, Travis also serves as the President of the Board of Directors. Trav…

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A conversation with former US Senator, former Ambassador and retired Colonel Scott Brown 46:00

4M ago46:00

46:00

Over the last several years, I have gotten to know Gail and Scott Brown quite well. Scott is a frequent guest on my morning show and often co-hosts. I appreciate his friendship and his willingness to share his thoughts on-air. Scott Philip Brown (born September 12, 1959) is an American diplomat, attorney, and politician who served as the United Sta…

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64. Bruce Whittle, DVM: equine dentistry, veterinary, Missouri vet, horse health, mule teeth, tooth extraction 1:18:03

4M ago1:18:03

1:18:03

Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. I respect the man in this interview today! Meet Bruce Whittle, DVM! Not only did I have him as a guest on the podcast but I also wrote an article in Mules and More Magazine about the difficult tooth extraction he successfully completed on my mule, JoJo. Bruce Whittle is located in Trenton, Missouri w…

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A conversation with Trent England of Save Our States - the fight against the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact 49:47

4M ago49:47

49:47

Trent England is the founder and executive director of Save Our States. He also serves as co-chairman of the Stop Ranked-Choice Voting Coalition and is the David & Ann Brown Distinguished Fellow at the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs. He has previously served as executive vice president for both the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs and the Fre…

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A conversation with Christian Adams from the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) 44:19

4M ago44:19

44:19

J. Christian Adams is the President and General Counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation. He served from 2005 to 2010 in the Voting Section at the United States Department of Justice Voting Section. The Public Interest Legal Foundation recently sued, successfully, the Maine Secretary of State's office over a lack of transparency regarding Ma…

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Why History Matters According to Director of New-York Historical Society | Louise Mirrer 26:47

5M ago26:47

26:47

I sit with Louise Mirrer, the guiding spirit of the New-York Historical Society for the past two decades. Under her leadership, the museum has reinvigorated its commitment to greater public understanding of history and its relevance with blockbuster exhibitions about slavery and the Vietnam War.

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A conversation with Sean Spicer 33:23

5M ago33:23

33:23

Over the last few years, Sean Spicer has become a good friend and a heck of a guest on my morning talk show. He joins me every other Tuesday at 8:05AM EST on wlobradio.com He has a diverse background. He is a Veteran, a former Press Secretary for President Donald Trump, a political advisor and operative for the last 30 plus years and a trusted voic…

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A conversation with Maine US Senate Candidate Demi Kouzounas 49:38

5M ago49:38

49:38

Demi Kouzounas is a wife, Mother and Grandmother. She is also a Veteran, a small business owner, a first generation American and now, a candidate for the United States Senate from the great state of Maine. For full disclosure, Demi is one of my dearest friends. I introduce her as "my big sister." My wife Dee Dee and I consider her to be a part of o…

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63. Derek Riggs: Mid Missouri Beef/ grass fed beef/ no hormone beef / farm raised beef / birth to butcher / know where your beef came from / 5th generation female rancher (wife) / 4th generation rancher ... 46:01

5M ago46:01

46:01

Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. My guest today knows how to raise a good steak! Derek Riggs and his wife, Karla, own MidMissouriBeef.com Here is what their website says, "We are a family owned and operated ranch that produces a quality cut of beef. Karla is a 5th generation rancher that grew up raising and showing purebred Charolai…

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A conversation about the US economy with Dr. Peter Earle 48:39

5M ago48:39

48:39

Dr. Peter Earle is an economist with the American Institute for Economic Research and a guest every Tuesday morning at 7:05AM EST on my daily talk show. If you would like to tune in, you can hear it at www.wlobradio.com Peter provides an insight into the economic issues in our nation with precise detail, but in a manner an average guy like me can u…

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62. Brandy Von Holten: Country Tough Homesteading, century farm, hands on learning 9:06

5M ago9:06

9:06

Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. From a century farm in ruins to Missouri's Best Ranch to Country Tough Homesteading. My mission in life is to help others by helping them gain the forgotten skills to help them become more self sufficient with hands on homesteading classes.By Brandy Von Holten

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Accountability - It is the key to saving America from herself 46:21

5M ago46:21

46:21

Accountability - a single word, when put into action, can change the course of our country within moments. The elected people of America, regardless of political party, are not held accountable by the American people. Accountability keeps our nation's government on its proper course, protecting the freedom and rights of the individual. Without it, …

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Discussing Higher Education, Free Speech, and Reproductive Rights | Donna Shalala 26:47

5M ago26:47

26:47

Donna Shalala, for eight years Bill Clinton’s Secretary of Health and Human Services, was later elected to Congress from Florida. An staunch advocate for reproductive rights and a fierce opponent of hate speech on campus, she has spent most of the past two decades, in higher education. Now, she ponders her future as interim president of the New Sch…

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