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Welcome to the LSE Middle East Centre's podcast feed. The MEC builds on LSE's long engagement with the Middle East and North Africa and provides a central hub for the wide range of research on the region carried out at LSE. Follow us and keep up to date with our latest event podcasts and interviews!
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SQL Server Radio is a Podcast for SQL Server DBAs, database developers, architects, system administrators, and anyone else who is interested in the Microsoft SQL Server platform and the Microsoft data platform in general. As the data world changes, we also occasionally talk about other platforms and services like Azure and Amazon cloud services, Elastic Search, Hadoop, MongoDB, Machine Learning, and much more.
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When he's not tooling around the National Capital region on his motorcycle, Tom Temin interviews federal executives and government contractors who provide analysis and insight on the many critical issues facing the Executive branch. The Federal Drive is found at FederalNewsNetwork.com and 1500 AM in the Washington D.C. region.
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A show about things of interest to developer relations leaders, practitioners, and the executives who love them.
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Round Table is a premier English radio/podcast show, straight from Beijing. Hear what's buzzing on the Internet and the main streets, see the latest lifestyle trends, and feel the pulse of life in China, Round Table is your golden ticket. With dynamic cultural exchanges between hosts from diverse backgrounds, we take you on a journey deep into modern China. We invite you to join our conversation! Shoot us an email or a voice memo at ezfmroundtable@foxmail.com. Let the fun begin!
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Welcome to Radio Greenside, Greenside Primary School's official radio show. This podcast is hosted by teachers and students, bringing you up-to-date Greenside news and a range of shows on maths, reading, film, and all things Greenside. Stay tuned, Greensiders!
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Inside Property is a bi-monthly podcast presented by Richard Blanco in collaboration with Share Radio. The programme aims to provide commentary and analysis on a wide range of property and housing related issues. The new 15 minute NLA Podcast is available here (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nla-podcast/id1441951844?mt=2) . Richard Blanco is a landlord and developer based in East London with properties across six London boroughs. He is London Representative for the National Landlords As ...
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Welcome to EcoChat, the online radio program dedicated to helping each of us lives our lives to our fullest potential within the rich relational contexts and possibilities of our human and nonhuman relations. Join our host, Dr. Kate MacDowell, for something new to inspire, heal, and change your life and the world around you! Come to recognize the spiritual richness of a life lived in connection to the wild and cultured world around you: From the practical of improving health to the esoteric ...
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A lot is changing in the way the government does human resources
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Modernizing how the government conducts human resources, that's the subject of a lot of modernization effort. A case in point: The Human Resources Quality Services Management Office recently launched at the Office of Personnel Management. My next guest says OPM and the QSMO have become an information hub for the several agencies trying to modernize…
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‘DOOBIE’ Act looks to ease security clearance restrictions on past marijuana use
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There’s a new Senate bill with quite a long name. It's called the “Dismantling Outdated Obstacles and Barriers to Individual Employment” Act. But this one might be better understood by its acronym: the “DOOBIE” Act. It’s the latest step from some Congress members who are trying to change how marijuana use is considered in federal hiring, and the se…
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An award-winning federal response to a sudden transportation disaster
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Interstate 95 is a lifeline along the eastern end of the United States. When a bad truck accident knocked out a bridge near Philadelphia in 2023, a team from the Transportation Department orchestrated an effort that got it replaced in a week and a half. For their work, Tony Mento, Hari Kalla and Camille Otto of the Federal Highway Administration ar…
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What happened when the Air Force neglected its biggest plane for too long
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Lockheed Martin recently won a settlement worth more than $130 million in a protest with the Air Force. The company completed a contract to update the big C5 transport places with new engines. But it also had to do thousands of repairs outside the scope of the contract, and that's where the disagreements started. The Federal Drive got details now f…
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IRS recovers $1B in crackdown on taxes owed by millionaires
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The IRS says it's recovered a billion dollars in overdue taxes. The agency says more's coming from from wealthy individuals later this year. Commissioner Danny Werfel says staffing increases and investments in artificial intelligence are helping the agency retrieve taxes owed from high-income individuals. Federal News Network’s Jory Heckman joined …
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The Federal Drive with Tom Temin -- July 18, 2024
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On today's episode of The Federal Drive with Tom Temin: What happened when the Air Force neglected its biggest plane for too long An award-winning federal response to a sudden transportation disaster A lot is changing in the way the government does human resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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How can games help spread essential medical information?
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Imagine waking up in a mysterious setting, unsure of where you are, with only fragmented memories of your past. This isn't just the setup for a gripping mystery novel; it's the beginning of a groundbreaking game, designed to educate and inform. Today, we enter the world of jubensha, a role-playing game phenomenon in China, to explore how these game…
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Shanghai continues to promote 24-hour parks
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Have you ever wished for a peaceful place to think or unwind after midnight? That wish is becoming a reality in Shanghai, which is pioneering a new concept-park that never sleeps. This bold move raises several questions: Who uses a park at 3 AM? What does it take to keep these green spaces safe and clean all night long? Join us as we unravel the la…
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The Federal Drive with Tom Temin -- July 17, 2024
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On today's episode of The Federal Drive with Tom Temin: Why the State Department wants to set up federally-funded research and development centers How the election could affect your Thrift Savings Plan returns FEMA is still on the hook for several pandemic-related expenses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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How the election could affect your Thrift Savings Plan returns
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National elections often have economic effects. This year's presidential election is proving a bit more volatile than we've seen in recent years. With what that might mean for investment returns, the Federal Drive turn to certified financial planner Art Stein of Arthur Stein Financial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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FEMA is still on the hook for several pandemic-related expenses
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Lot of firsts occurred during the pandemic. Among them: the first time the Federal Emergency Management Agency used its Disaster Relief Fund to respond to a nationwide public health emergency. FEMA used the funds to cover the costs of vaccinations and testing sites among other things. Government Accountability Office has found, FEMA may have undere…
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Why the State Department wants to set up federally-funded research and development centers
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In a recent interview with an executive of the industry group, the Professional Services Council, I discussed the State Department's plan to establish three federally-funded research and development centers, FFRDCs. Industry was puzzled by this move because of the nature of State Department's requirement, facilitate public private collaboration for…
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Federal buildings board: Agencies can save billions by shedding ‘vastly underutilized’ office space
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Agencies are sitting on more real estate than they need, as you may have heard. They could recover billions of dollars by selling off excess space. An independent board created by Congress says agencies faces a unique opportunity to offload some of their excess space, if it's true that hybrid work is here to stay. But the General Services Administr…
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With record number of interns, NSF is ‘intentional’ about career growth
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The National Science Foundation, right now, has the most interns that it’s ever had. NSF managers are looking to move many of them into full-time positions. That could be easier thanks to recent updates to the Pathways Program. Joining the Federal Drive with more, Federal News Network’s Drew Friedman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho…
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The expanding universe of ACG goods merchandise
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Today, we dive into the colorful world of merchandise in intellectual property development and product sales. Ever wondered why '谷子' or 'goods' have become such a hot topic? From figurines to key chains, let's explore what make these items so irresistible and how they're shaping the ACG landscape. Ready to geek out with us? / Food delivery starts p…
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Chinese scientists develop brain-on chip organoid robot
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Ever wished you could download knowledge directly into your brain like Neo in The Matrix? Well, we might not be quite there yet, but we're getting closer! Today's technology allows us to control a computer with just our thoughts and even operate a robot with a lab-grown human brain. Heyang, Yushun & Steve Hatherly…
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The Federal Drive with Tom Temin -- July 16, 2024
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On today's episode of the Federal Drive with Tom Temin: Why a federal court sunk a raft of construction industry rules from the Labor Department Election uncertainty doesn't slow an ambitious regulation agenda The Supreme Court Chevron decision spreads wider and wider Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Election uncertainty doesn't slow an ambitious regulation agenda
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The upcoming presidential election keeps taking surprising and unsettling turns. One constant though. The Biden administration doesn't seem to be holding back on an ambitious agenda for regulation...which means contractors could see a slew of new and interim regulations in the next few months. Joining the Federal Drive with his take, federal sales …
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The Supreme Court Chevron decision spreads wider and wider
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Pretty much every lawyer, lobbyist, rule-maker, think-tanker and wonk in Washington and beyond has been thinking about the same thing. The Supreme Court decision that ended the idea that courts should always defer to federal agencies for interpreting vague laws. As we're reported, the so-called Chevron decision has implications for all three branch…
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Why a federal court sunk a raft of construction industry rules from the Labor Department
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A federal judge in Texas last month blocked a raft of new rules from the Labor Department concerning federal construction projects. One rule would have imposed so-called prevailing wage rates on every federal contract. Another would have imposed prevailing wages on construction material suppliers and truck drivers. Here with the implications of thi…
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June 30 was a landmark date in the move toward an all-digital government. That’s because it was the last day the National Archives and Records Administration accepted requests for analog record transfers from agencies. From now on, for the most part, NARA will only accept records in electronic format. For more on the race to shed the paper and what…
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Congress, DoD’s latest efforts to solve recruiting woes
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The first group of warrant officers to ever get a military occupational specialty in recruiting, they graduated last Thursday. Army brass call this a turning point for efforts to transform the service’s recruiting enterprise, and for actually meeting annual recruiting goals. Federal News Network’s Anastasia Obis has more. Learn more about your ad c…
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In the scorching heat, swimming pools are no longer sufficient; urban dwellers are now flocking to indoor surf parks for a more exciting aquatic experience. These urban surfing spots bring ocean thrills to city centers, offering a splashy new way to escape the summer heat. We take a look at this cool new shift indoors. / Why do young people prefer …
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China's ecommerce race for instant delivery
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In China, instant delivery means just that – instant. With multiple e-commerce giants competing to deliver goods in record time, let's examine the innovations and strategies driving delivery to lightning speed, and explore how this trend is reshaping the retail landscape. On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Brandon Yates…
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The Federal Drive with Tom Temin -- July 15, 2024
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In today's episode of the Federal Drive with Tom Temin: Maybe the micro purchase threshold is a little too micro This company is helping government satellite operators improve awareness of threats in low-earth orbit Progress on spending bills might have been an illusion all along Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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