Best South County Health Podcasts (2024)

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DNC delegate Robert Johnson says Kentucky Gov. Beshear could make impact in South as Harris’ running mate 23:54

4h ago23:54

23:54

State Rep. Robert Johnson, D-Natchez, talks with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance about whirlwind events surrounding the Democratic presidential nomination. Johnson is a delegate to the Democratic National Convention.By Mississippi Today

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66. Napthali Bryant + Raylynn Hampton: United Way's Childcare Scholarship 37:28

2h ago37:28

37:28

This week’s guests are Naphtali Bryant, the Childcare Scholarship Coordinator at United Way of San Antonio, and Raylynn Hampton, a United Way Scholarship recipient. Raylynn is a 27-year-old student pursuing an online undergraduate degree in education at Southern New Hampshire University with the goal of becoming a teacher and starting her own nonpr…

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Senate Elections chairman says the public wants early voting 40:16

1h ago40:16

40:16

Senate Elections Chairman Jeremy England tells Mississippi Today’s Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance that he plans again in the 2025 legislative session to push for in-person early voting and for campaign finance reform — measures he introduced this year that were unsuccessful.By Mississippi Today

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65. Lea Rosenauer: Strong, Smart and Bold at Girls, Inc. 31:47

1h ago31:47

31:47

This week’s guest is Lea Rosenauer, president and CEO of Girls Inc. of San Antonio, an affiliate of the national Girls Incorporated organization that was established locally 20 years ago this November. Its mission is to inspire all girls ages 6-18 to be strong, smart, and bold, and to overcome barriers that prohibit them from achieving their person…

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Democratic strategist says questioning Biden’s health is understandable 37:02

21m ago37:02

37:02

Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance talk with former Democratic state House member and attorney Brandon Jones about President Joe Biden’s health, about state Supreme Court races and a litany of ongoing federal lawsuits that could impact Mississippi politics. Jones is the director of political campaigns for the Southern Poverty Law C…

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S1 Ep7: AROUND THE TABLE with South County Outreach: Love Story of Our Founder Ray Havert 26:34

19h ago26:34

26:34

Bunni Ickes, South County Outreach Community Outreach Manager and Shawna Smith, Executive Director of Hope Builders joins us to share their stories about Ray Havert (the founder of South County Outreach) and his passion for helping others. Built around his simple philosophy "love thy neighbor" #octalkradio #charity #community #communityoutreach #so…

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64. Kathy Sosa and Antonio Arelle Barquet: The Other Side of the Mirror 47:03

10d ago47:03

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This week’s guests are San Antonio artist Kathy Sosa and Antonio Arelle Barquet, the director of the Museum of Art in Queretaro, a city of more than 1 million people in Central Mexico and a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its Historic Monument Zone. Kathy Sosa, together with her husband and fellow artist Lionel Sosa, have embarked on an e…

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State Sen. Hob Bryan says roads, drinking water more important than tax cuts 40:23

6d ago40:23

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State Sen. Hob Bryan, D-Amory, covers a wide array of issues facing the state during an interview with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender. Bryan argues Mississippi’s ability to deal with major issues will be stymied if the personal income tax is eliminated as some politicians advocate.…

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S1 Ep6: OUR COMMUNITY: Dr. Lori Ochoa, PHD, LIFE BY DESIGN 36:02

13d ago36:02

36:02

Dr. Lori Ochoa, PhD, Life by Design joins us to talk about her work as a Personal Development Coach #behavioralanalysis #persondevelopment #coaching #personalcoach #lifecoach #ochcc #octalkradioBy OC Talk Radio

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S1 Ep6: PROFIT TALKS: OC Dept. of Education 32:56

14d ago32:56

32:56

Kathy Boyd, Director of Career Education for the OC Dept of Education joins us along with Kim Goodwin, Coordinator of OC PATHWAYS to discuss that program and all the work they do to expand education opportunities for all students here in Orange County #education #OCDepartmentofEducation #ocdepteducation #prekthru12 #octalkradio…

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State Democratic Chair Taylor remains committed to Biden 35:37

13d ago35:37

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Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender interview Mississippi Democratic Party Chairman Cheikh Taylor about President Joe Biden’s debate performance and the future of the Democratic Party in Mississippi. Taylor, a state House member from Starkville, also expressed hope that the Legislature will finally approve Medicaid expansion in the …

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63. George Hernandez and Building Bexar County's University Health System 39:51

15d ago39:51

39:51

This week’s guest is George Hernandez, who retires as the longtime CEO of the University Health System, officially known as the Bexar County Hospital District, the only locally owned hospital and outpatient clinic network. Hernandez has led the district for 19 years, a period time that saw remarkable growth in both facilities and services beyond th…

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Mississippi GOP Chairman Mike Hurst talks elections, party platform 32:28

20d ago32:28

32:28

New Mississippi Republican Party Chairman Mike Hurst talks with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance about November 2024 and 2027 elections, Medicaid expansion and party platform and why state Republicans should celebrate Juneteenth.By Mississippi Today

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S1 Ep5: OUR COMMUNITY: CalOptima Health 34:32

24d ago34:32

34:32

Soledad Rivera, Manager of Community Relations joins us to discuss all that CalOptima offers Our Community. And all the programs they have in place that people may not be aware of. #orangecounty #health #community #communityhealth #caloptima #ochcc #octalkradioBy OC Talk Radio

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PROFIT TALKS: Meet Fluffy Transportation 27:40

22d ago27:40

27:40

Meet SBDC client FLUFFY TRANSPORTATION. And hear about their entrepreneurial journey. Creating a unique "uber transportation for pets" #entreprenuer #entrepreneurial #entrepreneurialjourney #startup #petcare #pettransportation #ociesbdc #sbdc #sba #octalkradioBy OC Talk Radio

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PROFIT TALKS: Main Street Launch 31:53

25d ago31:53

31:53

We talk with Darius Mahajer of MAIN STREET LAUNCH, a non-profit Community Development Financial Institution that helps otherwise "unbankable businesses" who struggle to find a loan #banking #loans #communitydevelopment #alternativefinancialinstitutions #sbdc #octalkradioBy OC Talk Radio

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62. From Wounded Warrior to Artist & Author: The Story of Mario Lopez 45:13

22d ago45:13

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This week's guest is Mario Lopez, a wounded warrior who served deployments to both Iraq and Afghanistan. He survived critical injuries from a roadside bomb in Afghanistan, which brought him to The Burn Center at the San Antonio Military Medical Center at Fort Sam Houston. After years of surgeries and recuperation, Mario has gone on to write a book …

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S1 Ep4: Around the Table w/South County Outreach: Bill Bracken, BRACKEN's KITCHEN 28:43

27d ago28:43

28:43

Learn how food can be the cornerstone of change. Chef Bill Bracken of Bracken's Kitchen discusses how his organization, along with South County Outreach, are not only feeding the hungry but also empowering communities. Before we can heal the sick, educate our children, house the homeless, or offer hope to the afflicted, we must first be able to fee…

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S1 Ep3: AROUND THE TABLE with South County Outreach: College Corp Partnerships 19:17

1M ago19:17

19:17

Xitalay Luna, Volunteer Manage for South County Outreach joins Jenny Sheek, College Corp Coordinator at Concordia University Irvine join us to discuss how to grow and sustain partnerships to help fight hunger and homelessness here in Orange County, CA. #collegecorp #collegevolunteering #volunteering #partnerships #partnershipsuccess #charity #chari…

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Insurance Commissioner Chaney says creating state health insurance exchange is a win-win 38:20

27d ago38:20

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Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender interview Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney about the impact of legislation allowing him to create a state exchange where Mississippians can sign up for health insurance instead of doing so on a federal exchange. Chaney said the new exchange would be a positive for the about 250,000 Mississippian…

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61. Corazón Ministries: Downtown Nonprofit Making a Big Difference in the Lives of the Hardcore Homeless 48:13

29d ago48:13

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This week’s guests are Erika Borrego, the CEO of Corazón Ministries, and her colleague Brittney Ackerson, the Day Center Director and recovering addict who experienced homelessness in her own life before finding her way back to good health and a purpose-driven life. Their work serving the hardcore homeless population in San Antonio is transforming …

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A look inside Speaker Jason White’s tax cut proposal 25:03

1M ago25:03

25:03

Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance provide an overview of House Speaker Jason White’s plan to cut the state’s grocery tax and phase out the income tax. They also break down the select committee White formed to study state taxes.By Mississippi Today

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OC SPOTLIGHT: SHINE PROJECT Shines Light On LGBTQ+ Domestic Abuse 26:59

1M ago26:59

26:59

We talk with Automotive Designer Bryan Thompson about his illuminating SHINE PROJECT designed to shine a light on domestic violence within the LGBTQ+ community. And the art exhibit he's put together at the Los Angeles LGBT Center at Liberation Coffee House, 6725 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles which opens on Thursday, June 13th from 6:30-9pm. #lgbt…

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PROFIT TALKS: Meet SBDC Marketing Guru Edgar Mejia 32:18

1M ago32:18

32:18

SBDC Consultant Edgar Meija, from the Small Business Development Center in Montclair joins us to discuss his background in Digital Marketing. And specifically, his views on the new topic of Community Centered Marketing. #sbdc #smallbusinessdevelopmentcenters #digitalmarketing #community #communitycenteredmarketing #onlinemarketing #smallbusiness #o…

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OC SPOTLIGHT: Learn About Mixed Martial Arts with Williams MMA 39:26

1M ago39:26

39:26

Corey Williams from WILLIAMS Mixed Martial Arts joins us to discuss his Martial Arts School in Fountain Valley and the special Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. #mma #mixedmartialarts #jiujitsu #brazilianjiujitsu #bjj #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #communityengagement #community #localbusiness #localbusinesses #localbusinessspotlight #octalkradio…

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60. Victor Reyna on Leading the Asociación de Empresarios Mexicanos in San Antonio 39:06

1M ago39:06

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This week’s guest is Victor Reyna, vice president for business banking at Amegy Bank in San Antonio, who also serves as president of the Asociación de Empresarios Mexicanos in San Antonio. AEM, or The US – MX Business Association, as it is known in English, helps Mexican business professionals achieve success in the United States, and assists U.S. …

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Behind the reporting: Latest on the Rankin County “Goon Squad” 35:03

1M ago35:03

35:03

Investigative journalists Brian Howey and Nate Rosenfield join Adam Ganucheau to discuss their latest report on the Rankin County Sheriff Department’s “Goon Squad.” The reporters discuss shocking new internal police communications they obtained and published, and they discuss the importance of the ongoing reporting.…

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59. Dr. Belinda Román on Bringing Humanity to Economics 43:59

1M ago43:59

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Belinda Román, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Economics at St. Mary’s University. Locally, Dr. Román is also Secretary/Treasurer of the San Antonio Business and Economics Society, and has conducted impact studies for the SABÉR Research Institute, an economic development think tank dedicated to researching regional economies and their developme…

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OUR COMMUNITY: Theresa Harvey on Wild World of Medicare 37:41

2M ago37:41

37:41

Theresa Harvey, Licensed Insurance Broker and Medicare Specialist joins us to discuss the Wild World of Medicare. #medicare #medicareinsurance #medicarecoverage #medicareadvantage #medicareexpert #medicalinsurance #ochcc #octalkradioBy OC Talk Radio

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Presumptive Medicaid eligibility promises to improve Mississippi's high infant, maternal mortality rates, save taxpayers' money 15:17

2M ago15:17

15:17

Community health reporter Sophia Paffenroth discusses with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison a new law set to take effect July 1 that will provide more timely prenatal care via more easily accessed Medicaid health coverage. A majority of Mississippi births are covered by Medicaid, but delays in getting the coverage approval postpo…

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58. Jim Reed and the Expansion of the South Texas Medical Center 32:01

2M ago32:01

32:01

How did the South Texas Medical Center become San Antonio's leading smart jobs engine over the last 25 years? This week’s guest is Jim Reed, the recently retired longtime chief executive of the San Antonio Medical Foundation, which led that extraordinary growth in the medical, health care and biscoences sectors. During his tenure managing the devel…

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PROFIT TALKS: VIVA LA BOBA 28:02

2M ago28:02

28:02

David Friedman and Tansu Philips, Co-Founders of VIVA LA BOBA in San Bernardino and Redlands joins us to discuss their new community Boba shop. And the classes they took from their local Small Business Development Center. That taught them how to apply for an SBA loan. And qualify for a City of San Bernardino small business grant. Brought to you by …

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OUR COMMUNITY: CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION CORPS 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

Saira Ramirez Mingueta and Rola Halawanji join us to discuss their roles at the California Climate Action Corps. And all the work they do planting trees in our communities. And other ways they help combat climate change throughout the state. #climatechange #climateaction #community #ochcc #octalkradio…

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OC SPOTLIGHT: Dominion Harbor Group on Hidden Value of IP Sales and Licensing 26:47

2M ago26:47

26:47

David Pridham founder and CEO of Dominion Harbor Group (www.dominionharbor.com) and his partner Brad Sheafe join us to discuss the hidden value locked in many companies unused Intellectual Property (IP) holdings for companies like Avaya, Kodak, NEC and others. Patents they've developed or acquired (but are not presently using). And how Dominion Har…

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The controversial day that Robert Kennedy came to the University of Mississippi 45:26

2M ago45:26

45:26

Retired U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Edward Ellington talks with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender about former U.S. Attorney General Robert Kennedy’s speech at the University of Mississippi less than four years after the riots that occurred after the integration of the school. Ellington, who at the time headed the Ole Miss Speaker’s Bur…

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PROFIT TALKS: Meet Hugo Loyola, Coachella Valley SBDC 37:01

2M ago37:01

37:01

Meet Hugo Loyola, a consultant for the Small Business Development Center in Coachella Valley. On his unique background as a bi-lingual business consultant. And the broad range of general clients he currently serves in that area. #business #businessgrowth #businesscoach #businessconsultant #businessconsultants #businessgrowth #salesgrowth #salesstra…

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AROUND THE TABLE w/South County Outreach: Lauren Ruiz, Director of Development 20:17

2M ago20:17

20:17

Lauren Ruiz, Director of Development for SOUTH COUNTY OUTREACH joins us to discuss RELATIONSHIPs with our clients and our community. #communityengagement #buildingcommunity #hungerrelief #foodbank #foodbanks #homelessness #homelessnessawareness #charity #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #creatingcommunity #buildingcommunity #southcountyoutreach #oc…

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57. Mary Thorsby, CEO of ABODE Contemplative Care for the Dying 40:13

2M ago40:13

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This week’s guest is Mary Thorsby, the CEO of the nonprofit ABODE, whose mantra is contemplative care for the dying. ABODE operates end-of-life care in a single home on San Antonio’s near-Northside, caring for terminally ill individuals in the last weeks and months of life. It’s one of only three such programs in Texas. As it prepares to celebrate …

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OUR COMMUNITY: Professional Boxer Ronny Rios 37:17

2M ago37:17

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Professional boxer Ronny Rios joins us to discuss his career, starting here in Santa Ana, CA. And some of the challenges he's faced along the way. #boxing #professionalboxing #proboxer #sports #santaananative #hispanic #inspirationalBy OC Talk Radio

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House Minority Leader reflects on breakdown of Medicaid expansion negotiations 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Rep. Robert Johnson, D-Natchez, the House minority leader, talks with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance on how efforts to expand Medicaid broke down during the chaotic final days of the 2024 legislative session. He hopes those efforts are revived in the 2025 session.By Mississippi Today

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56. Jenna Saucedo-Herrera and Emily Royall: Innovation in San Antonio 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

This week, two perspectives on innovation in San Antonio. We revisit our conversations with Jenna Saucedo-Herrera of Greater: SATX as she discusses how San Antonio is winning on workforce development, and Emily Royall of Smart Cities San Antonio on how her team is using data to improve the quality of life for San Antonians. Listen in full to both c…

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How the 2024 Medicaid expansion debate died 39:45

2M ago39:45

39:45

Mississippi Today’s Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender, and Taylor Vance discuss the breakdown of Medicaid expansion negotiations in the Legislature.By Mississippi Today

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55. Garrett T. Capps: Honky-Tonk in San Antone and Beyond 33:44

2M ago33:44

33:44

We have Garrett T. Capps in the studio this week with guest hosts Kory Cook of KRTU 91.7 and Nicholas Frank of the San Antonio Report. Garrett T. Capps tours internationally with his band, Nasa Country, and has been a longtime curator of unique musical events in our city. Listen as we discuss how Capps has created space for other touring musicians …

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OUR COMMUNITY: Meet Paulina Thomas CEO Mujeras sin Limites 31:19

3M ago31:19

31:19

Meet popular blogger, public speaker and content creator Paulina Thomas. CEO of Mujeras sin Limites. And creator of inspirational women's events like "Women Without Limits'. On how she built and grew her personal brand in the community. And the community of women she supports. #blogger #contentcreator #speaker #inspirationalspeaker #personalbrand #…

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The contentious final days of the 2024 legislative session 33:55

3M ago33:55

33:55

Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender break down the final negotiations of the 2024 legislative session's three major issues: Medicaid expansion, education funding, and retirement system reform.By Mississippi Today

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54. Liz Tullis and Dr. Peter Fox on the Conrad Smiles Foundation 47:53

3M ago47:53

47:53

Liz Tullis never gave up advocating for her son Conrad after his near-drowning and anoxic brain injury as an infant. Neither did Dr. Peter Fox, the founder and head of the University of Texas Health Science Center's Research Imaging Institute in San Antonio; and they are this week's guests. Listen as they discuss their unlikely journey to change ho…

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Rep. Sam Creekmore says Legislature is making progress on public health, mental health reforms 36:33

3M ago36:33

36:33

House Public Health Chairman Sam Creekmore, R-New Albany, tells Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance he's hopeful he and other negotiators can strike a deal on Medicaid expansion to address dire issues in the unhealthiest state.By Mississippi Today

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53. Bonnie Prosser Elder and David Zammiello, San Antonio Charter Review Commission 43:00

3M ago43:00

43:00

Today's guests are Bonnie Prosser Elder and David Zammiello, the volunteer co-chairs of Mayor Ron Nirenberg’s 15-member Charter Review Commission, formed last November to explore amendments to the city charter for voters to consider on the Nov. 5 ballot.By Bob Rivard

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OC SPOTLIGHT: Learn About Mixed Martial Arts with Williams MMA 40:00

3M ago40:00

40:00

Corey Williams from WILLIAMS Mixed Martial Arts joins us to discuss his Martial Arts School in Fountain Valley and the special Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. #mma #mixedmartialarts #jiujitsu #brazilianjiujitsu #bjj #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #communityengagement #community #localbusiness #localbusinesses #localbusinessspotlight #octalkradio…

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Medicaid expansion, other issues could make end of 2024 session chaotic 28:32

3M ago28:32

28:32

Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance discuss the biggest issues – Medicaid expansion, school funding and PERS – that could spur contentious final days of the 2024 legislative session.By Mississippi Today

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