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Welcome to Life & Safety with Jimmy Rios! Get ready to dive into a world where safety meets storytelling! Drawing from his rich background as a former firefighter, EMT and safety expert, Jimmy brings you straight into the heart of safety and emergency preparedness. Episodes feature easy-to-understand tips, real-life stories, and interviews with experts, all designed to help you protect yourself, your business, and those you care about. Whether it's advice on navigating everyday safety challe ...
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The NFPA Podcast is the place for safety professionals to stay up to speed on the fast-paced world of electrical, fire, and life safety. Hear in-depth conversations with people out in the field about how they are confronting new challenges and staying on top of emerging technologies to keep the world safe. Listen the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Email jroman@nfpa.org to send feedback or recommend a topic for future episodes.
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This Life Science focused podcast brings together Xtalks editorial staff to share insights into the latest B2B industry news. Xtalks connects professionals in the life science, medical device, and food industries with useful content like webinars, job opening, articles and virtual meetings.
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Welcome to 'Professionally Speaking,' the go-to podcast for everyone who's eager to make their mark in the world of business and skilled trades. It's all about mastering the art of professionalism, whether you're in a suit or safety boots! Join us as we dive into the secrets of making a great impression, building a standout professional image, and creating a work atmosphere that rocks. No matter where you are on your career journey, ‘Professionally Speaking' is your guide. We're talking real ...
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Security Nation Podcast is hosted by ESA, and it brings the voice of the electronic security and life safety industry to you! Host Hannah Boone brings on security pros to discuss best practices, real-life experiences, industry forecasts, and more on this monthly podcast. It's the ever-present voice in an ever-changing industry.
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Get to know the PNW and each other.
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Welcome to "Nurse to Nurse," a podcast proudly owned by the American Assisted Living Nurses Association. This podcast caters to a diverse audience, including current, past, and aspiring assisted living nurses at all levels of practice – from entry-level to seasoned experts. Our primary focus is on nurses working within the dynamic landscape of senior living operators. Our mission is clear: to promote nursing practice by enhancing the competencies of nurses within the unique assisted living e ...
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A podcast about medical student life and the journey to becoming a physician. Featuring survival tips, wellness strategies, inside scoop on major milestones, and interviews with inspirational faculty members, residents, and students. Join host Dr. Neda Frayha and find out what doctors wish they knew when they were in medical school. From the University of Maryland School of Medicine's Office of Student Affairs.
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Sir Robin Knox-Johnston CBE RD was the first person to sail non-stop single-handed around the world and continues to inspire sailors young and old. Shelley Jory-Leigh is one of the fastest women on water, holding many powerboating titles and is a champion for women in her sport. Their passion for maritime activities, leisure and sport is unrivalled. Together with producer Neil Sackley, they use this podcast to talk to those who love life on the water. From sailing to powerboating, cruise shi ...
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This podcast provides information for you about how to stay safe around electricity, save energy and money, learn about new energy technologies and the value of your cooperative membership. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.Even though your electric cooperative is locally owned and committed to your local community, we are part of something bigger too. We are a network of 51 distribution cooperatives in Missouri, southern Iowa and northeastern Oklahoma, serving 910,000 member homes, farms an ...
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The podcast for all things High Pressure Processing (HPP). HPP is a natural food and beverage preservation technology that uses only water and pressure to inactivate foodborne pathogens to extend shelf-life and enable cleaner label products. Hear from HPP industry experts, academia, product brands, and more to learn about this growing food safety technology.
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The You Matter! podcast was developed in 2019 by the Department of Campus Safety to inform the NYU community about resources that are available to victims, both on and off campus, and to give first-hand experiences of both victims and those in the community who assist them. To contact the You Matter! team, email us at youmatter@nyu.edu. You can also call Campus Safety's Victims Services Unit at 212.998.2222.
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Realtor Safety and Self Defence is a bold podcast hosted by the dynamic husband and wife team of Rob and Beth Andress. As the founders and operators of Street Safe Self Defence, they bring a wealth of violence prevention knowledge and experience to the table. Rob has over 3 decades of experience as a real estate professional and understands the risks you face every day in your industry. Together, Rob and Beth have changed the way real estate professionals do their jobs and helped thousands o ...
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Did you know that your clear view of the world, the one that allows you to read, drive and recognize faces, relies on the health of your retinas? Join host Dr. Timothy Murray as he brings you inspiring conversations about your sight and the special role the retina plays in making healthy vision possible. Dr. Murray welcomes expert retina specialists to share the latest advances in retina care as well as patients to discuss living life to the fullest with retinal disease. Listen today and lea ...
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"The RE-FOCUS CAREERS Podcast with Angela Stephens" https://www.refocuscareers.com/podcast Featuring CEO, Career Coach & Speaker Angela Stephens https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelaastephens/ in this dynamic certified woman-owned Podcast, as she brings her wealth of industry knowledge and the reputation of interviewing thousands of C-Suite Executives. Angela Stephens, Founder & President of a 30 year Executive Search Firm: A. Stephens & Associates, LLC: https://www.astephensandassociates.com h ...
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"Speaking of HomeGuard" introduces you to a variety of interesting expert guests who will provide you with practical safety and security information. In this regard, our goal is to increase your knowledge of a variety of resources and people available to you. Past podcasts and newsletters are available on the HomeGuardAssociates.com website and our Facebook page. Your comments, questions, and suggestions for future podcasts are most welcome. Thank you.
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Balancing Life in Nursing with Josh Allen
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This episode of Nurse to Nurse, hosts Mandy Curtis and Gwen Wilburn meet up with Josh Allen, of Allen Flores Consulting Group, a seasoned nurse leader in the assisted living sector. They discuss the evolution of nursing roles in assisted living, the challenges faced by nurses today, and the importance of leadership and regulatory knowledge. Josh sh…
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Famous fiends like zombies, vampires, and werewolves are hallmarks of All Hallows Eve. But how much do you know about why that is, and where those creatures come from? It’s an origin story that’s fascinated University of Washington professor Charity Urbanski. Charity teaches medieval history at the UW, and she wrote a new book based on her research…
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Soundside's "Early Weekend Guide" - Halloween Edition
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Do you have weekend plans yet? On Soundside, we figure it’s never too early to make plans, plus, we’re not on the air Fridays... We’ve been looking at some of the exciting things happening around the region over the next few days. Producer Jason Megatron Burrows has this roundup for you, in a segment that, for now, we’re calling the “Early Weekend …
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Advances in Heart Failure Treatment ft. Dr. Robert Perkins, VP, US Medical Affairs/Renal, Bayer
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In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Robert Perkins, MD, Vice President, US Medical Affairs/Renal and Cardiovascular at Bayer who spoke about recent advancements in the heart failure (HF) treatment landscape. This includes new Phase III trial data for Kerendia (finerenone) in patients with heart failure that was presented recently at this year’s Euro…
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How a busy life may help with managing ADHD symptoms
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is often perceived as a static diagnosis– one that people carry with them throughout their lives with little to no change. But, new research may just change that view of ADHD all together. A recent study in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry suggests that ADHD symptoms can actually fluctuate over tim…
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What's the economic value of a minor league team? Everett looks at financials of proposed AquaSox stadium
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The Everett AquaSox's home for 40 years, Funko Field, is no longer in compliance with new stadium regulations implemented when Major League Baseball took over the minor leagues in 2020. Now the city of Everett is exploring a replacement stadium that could cost up to $120 million. The city isn't shouldering the whole burden of this stadium, the stat…
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Our NW volcanoes regularly rumble. But when should we start to worry?
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Mount Adams has been a little more active than usual lately. That’s according to researchers with the United States Geological Survey. Now, it’s not uncommon for our northwest volcanoes to shake things up a bit. But Adams tends to be one of the sleepier “chill” giants... until now. So what’s the deal? To dig into what these seismic shenanigans mean…
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Ballots burned in apparent arson attack in Clark and Multnomah counties
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The investigation continues into attacks on two ballot drop boxes in Washington and Oregon. Hundreds of ballots were damaged or destroyed early Monday morning at a drop box at a transit center in Vancouver, Washington, the other attack was on a box outside Multnomah County election officers in Portland. Washington’s Secretary of State, Steve Hobbs …
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Episode 117: Situational Awareness and Judgment with Dr. John Allen
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Situational awareness and judgment are two of the most important ingredients to success in life and definitely medical school, especially the clinical years. Even if you don't know what you're doing on day 1 of a new rotation, or even where the bathrooms are, situational awareness will allow you to clue in to the dynamics around you, avoid mistakes…
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Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz placed on administrative leave
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Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz was placed on administrative leave yesterday. Diaz, who served as chief for four years, was demoted in May amid allegations that he’d hired a romantic partner to a top level advisor role. Diaz is also the subject of a handful of lawsuits asserting he discriminated against SPD staff. Guest: Ashley Hiruko, KUOW…
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Your WA Supreme Court Position 2 candidate: Judge Dave Larson
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Three of the seats on our state’s Supreme Court will be on the ballot next week. Two of them have incumbent justices running unopposed; the race Washington voters will actually decide is for Washington Supreme Court Position 2. The incumbent, Justice Susan Owens, who turned 75 in August, is aging out of the position because of a rule in the state’s…
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Headbangers Beware: Spotting Concussion Symptoms You Can't Ignore
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Got your head in the game? In this episode, we're diving into the world of bumps, bonks, and brain busters—aka concussions! Whether you’re on your office ERT team, a sports parent, a weekend warrior, or just someone who occasionally walks into door frames (no judgment here, we've done it too), knowing the signs of a head injury could save you a hea…
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A minor was injured during a school work program. Who's to blame is still in question
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Derrik was a 16 year old student when he was given a walk-behind trenching machine to guide through through a field. Derrik was earning school credit with the Battle Ground School District for his work off site with the construction company Rotschy. With no training or oversight, Derrik was severely injured by the machine, eventually losing both of…
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Workers push to revive pensions after decades-long decline
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The Boeing machinist’s strike is now in its seventh week. Last Wednesday, the machinist's union rejected the latest contract from the company. A major sticking point continues to be union members’ insistence that the company reinstate a pension, also called a defined-benefits plan. This is a long-held grievance. Union president Jon Holden said that…
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Your WA Supreme Court Position 2 candidate: Sal Mungia
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Washington voters will decide next week is who will fill the lone open seat on the Washington Supreme Court. Supreme Court Position 2 is an open race - the incumbent, Justice Susan Owens, is retiring at the end of this year due to the state constitution’s requirement that all justices retire after the year they turn 75. The position is non-partisan…
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Neil Sackley meets Jacqui Besley. mother of 18 year old Harry who attempted a unique round Britain challenge in 2024. At first glance his RIB looks like any other, but it doesn't have a traditional outboard engine. It has an electric one. Jacqui talks about why Harry took on the circumnavigation, the logistical challenges they all faced, his achiev…
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Your Seattle City Council Position 8 Candidates: Tanya Woo
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There’s one seat up for grabs on Seattle’s city council this November. Typically city council seats are filled during odd-year elections. But, when former councilmember Teresa Mosqueda was elected to the King County Council in 2023, she left a vacancy that needed filling. Tanya Woo was appointed by the council to fill the seat, until this year’s sp…
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Your Seattle City Council Position 8 Candidates: Alexis Mercedes Rinck
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There’s one seat up for grabs on Seattle’s city council this November. Typically city council seats are filled during odd-year elections. But, when former councilmember Teresa Mosqueda was elected to the King County Council in 2023, she left a vacancy that needed filling. Tanya Woo was appointed by the council to fill the seat, until this year’s sp…
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Navigating Recovery: ESA Members' Stories from Hurricanes Helene
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In this episode of the Security Nation Podcast, we sit down with Will Fleenor, President of Fleenor Security, to discuss the profound impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton on ESA members and their clients. We explore how businesses and accounts were affected, the ongoing recovery efforts, and what can be done to support those impacted by these de…
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For this Seattle samurai, cartoons were key to illustrating Japanese American perspectives
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In 2018, The North American Post, Seattle’s oldest Japanese-language newspaper, printed the final strip of Seattle Tomodachi, a comic created by Sam Goto. Goto was a second generation Japanese-American, born in the Seattle area in 1933. He raised two girls here, working for most of his life as a dental technician. He passed away at the age of 84, j…
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Transforming Clinical Research: A Conversation with Morgan Hanger, Executive Director of CTTI
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In this episode, Vera spoke with Morgan Hanger, Executive Director of the Clinical Trials Transformation Initiative (CTTI). CTTI is a public-private partnership dedicated to improving the quality and efficiency of clinical trials, aiming to transform the industry by 2030. Hanger shares her career journey, from her roles at PatientsLikeMe and Memori…
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Taking on the challenges of fatherhood, one phone call at a time
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Perinatal Support Washington is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. The organization was started in 1989 as a way for parents to connect and find support during those really tough and bewildering years after a new baby arrives. The organization may be best known for its “Warm Line,” where callers are connected with peers to talk about the c…
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The program giving Pierce County jurors a $90 raise
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Let’s do a quick exercise. How are you feeling? Heart rate good? Optimistic about the rest of the day? Now, how do you feel after I say the words: JURY DUTY? Ugh! What is it about that summons in the mail that makes us cringe so much? The disruption to our schedule? The waiting around? The other jurors? One thing that certainly doesn’t help is the …
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'A lot of food CEOs have gone away for far less than this': What's behind the crisis at Boar's Head?
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For over a century, the deli meat company Boar’s Head has built its brand on a promise to customers - to only sell products based on the most exacting standards. Boar's Head is ubiquitous in the Pacific Northwest, especially if you shop at Kroger stores. You know that logo. But in September, Boar's Head liverwurst was uncovered as the source of the…
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As online retail flourishes, distribution centers are installing new and more advanced automated storage and retrieval systems (or ASRS). These systems are like enormous vending machines that store, organize, and move product around the facility. The systems save time and space but have also introduced several new fire risks into storage operations…
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In the first episode of our Holiday Safety Stuff series, we're diving into all the tricks (and a few treats) to keep your Halloween hijinks safe and fun! Jimmy and Megan tackle everything from setting up spooky decorations to staying visible while trick-or-treating. They've got some hilarious stories, surprising stats, and a few eyebrow-raising mom…
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When you can't run, hide, or fight: How schools can create safety plans that accommodate everyone
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“Run, Hide, Fight." That's the advice given to many students in the event of an active shooter at their school. Both the U-S Department of Homeland Security and the FBI support run/hide/fight as a safety protocol. It could save a lot of lives, theoretically. According to the Gun Violence Archive and Education Week this year in the U.S., there have …
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How money is changing college athletics, for better and for worse
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Halfway through the season, college football has been a whirlwind for local sports fans this season. Some may still be basking in the glory of the Washington Huskies beating the Michigan Wolverines earlier this month. And the Cougars deserve a tip of the hat for successfully keeping the Pac-2 alive…. or maybe it’s the PAC-6 now? The 6-PAC? While fa…
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Seattle's latest growth plan is out. How would it change the city's neighborhoods?
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There are some things that just scream Mondays. A fresh pot of coffee, fresh laundry, and a deep dive into the latest proposal for Seattle’s ongoing city growth plan. If you’re unfamiliar, Seattle’s 20-year growth plan is basically a zoning blueprint showing how the city will make room for new residents. Mayor Bruce Harrell’s first draft came out i…
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Emirates Team New Zealand successfully defended the 37th America's Cup in a thrilling finale in Barcelona. But they didn't have it all their own way with the challenger of the record INEOS Britannia fighting them all the way. And the British team with Sir Ben Ainslie at the helm made history. Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and Shelley Jory-Leigh look back…
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Meet the people on a quest to count every Cooper's Hawk in Seattle
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The Urban Raptor Conservancy's Ed Deal and Patti Loesche are running a decades long study on the population health of Cooper's Hawks in Seattle. What does that involve? Spending a lot of time looking for and observing the city's hawks. Guests: Patti Loesche, co founder of the Urban Raptor Conservency Ed Deal, co founder of the Urban Raptor Conserva…
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Should WA Cares be Optional? The case for NO on I-2124
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This election season we’re bringing you conversations on all of the statewide initiatives on this November’s ballot. This week, we’re taking a deep dive into I-2124, it’s the initiative that would give WA voters the option to OPT-OUT of the WA Cares long term services insurance program. Yesterday, we talked to Elizabeth New from the WA Policy Cente…
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Should WA Cares be Optional? The case for YES on I-2124
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This election season we’re bringing you conversations on all of the statewide initiatives on the November ballot. Most recently, we looked at both sides of the Capital Gains Tax Repeal. This week, we’re taking a deep dive into I-2124: it’s the initiative that would give Washington voters the option to OPT-OUT of the WA Cares long term services insu…
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The Day That Shook The Bay: Tales From The Loma Prieta Earthquake
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In this special bonus episode, The Day That Shook The Bay: Tales From The Loma Prieta Earthquake, we’re taking a trip back to October 17, 1989, when the Bay Area was rocked by one of California’s most memorable and destructive earthquakes. Jimmy shares his own memories from that day, which involved racing against time on his bike, dodging traffic (…
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Seattle Opera brings the spiritual to the stage in "Jubilee"
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The world premiere of Jubilee debuted at Seattle Opera with its inaugural performance over the weekend. Jubilee is a new opera honoring the Fisk Jubilee singers, a group of groundbreaking Black American singers from Fisk University, in Tennessee. Soundside's Diana Opong sat down with creator and director Tazewell Thompson, who reflected on how the …
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Innovative Approaches to Antiviral Drug Development
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In this episode, Vera spoke with Dr. Sam Lee, Co-Chief Executive Officer and President of Cocrystal Pharma, a clinical-stage biotech company focusing on antiviral drug development with a unique structure-based drug discovery platform. With over 25 years of experience in anti-infective drug discovery, Dr. Lee brings a wealth of knowledge to the disc…
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Why one Constitutional Sheriff has created a growing volunteer posse
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When you think of the wild west, you might imagine a sheriff, keeping watch over a small, dusty town he calls home. And a posse of locals: ready to be called up to fight off cattle rustlers or moonshine smugglers who threaten to cause trouble. It’s hard to imagine something like that now, in 2024 Washington State. But, in Klickitat County, down sou…
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Amid public defender shortage, WA Bar Association suggests caseload limits
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Since the 1963 Gideon decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, the right to a lawyer has been guaranteed to defendants facing criminal charges – even if they can’t afford to pay. Advocates say that guarantee is in jeopardy in our state because of a lack of personnel. Washington State public defenders are in short supply and that’s having cascading effec…
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The Truth About Tourniquets: Myths, Must-Haves, and Misuses
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Ever wondered if tourniquets are as simple as "just tighten it and you're good"? Think again! In this episode, we discussing the twisty the truth about these life saving tools, busting common myths, and sharing must-know tips for using them effectively. From DIY mistakes (spoiler: belts are not good substitutes) to life-or-death scenarios, we're sh…
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Boeing announces layoffs amidst ongoing worker strike
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Tensions are rising as negotiations between Boeing and the IAM District 751 hit a stalemate. This comes amid a month-long strike, impacting 33,000 workers. After contract discussions collapsed last week, both sides have traded accusations, leaving the future uncertain. Adding to the conflict, Boeing announced layoffs affecting around 17,000 employe…
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Have democracy vouchers delivered on their promise to make Seattle elections fairer?
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Among the many races Seattle voters will weigh in on during the upcoming election, there’s a city council seat up for grabs. Current Position 8 Councilmember Tanya Woo is looking to defend against challenger Alexis Mercedes Rinck. While Woo and Rinck try to differentiate themselves down the home stretch, they have at least one thing in common. Both…
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The Power of Advanced Care Planning, part 1
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In this episode of Nurse to Nurse, guest Maria Moen, SVP of Innovation & External Affairs at MyDirectives, lays out the framework of how advanced care planning is an essential cornerstone of personal health decision making for older adults. She also provides practical advice on ensuring advanced directives are validly executable and how they may be…
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Shelley Jory-Leigh jumps on board Lifeboat 52-02 at the Southampton International Boat Show. Having saved hundreds of lives in her illustrious career based in Guernsey as Sir William Arnold, she was one of the most decorated boats in the fleet. Now lovingly restored she is a museum dedicated to her former career. Shelley meets the current owner Col…
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Commissioner candidates debate over the future of public lands
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This year, few Washington races have grabbed as much attention as the one for Commissioner of Public Lands. The commissioner heads the state Department of Natural Resources, which oversees more than $450 million in revenue and more than 5.5 million acres of public land. The agency is in charge of wildfire preparedness, forest management, and the pr…
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What it takes for a local theater company to survive 50 years
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For decades, the Seattle Children’s Theatre has introduced young people from all over King County to the joy and wonder of live theater. You can take your little ones to their first play or musical like “Cat Kid Comic Club,” or maybe an interactive dance performance. There’s a lot going on there each year. It’s part of what makes the Children’s The…
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Microsoft strikes deal to re-open Three Mile Island nuclear plant as energy needs grow
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Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island is the site of the worst commercial nuclear accident in U.S. history. The nuclear plant near Harrisburg officially closed in 2019, but now, Microsoft is making a deal to restart the facility and buy all of its electricity for the next 20 years. How likely is this to actually happen? And what does this say about the …
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A Unique Approach to in vivo CAR T Therapy and New Advancements in the Field
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In this episode, Vera spoke with Tim Culp, PhD, Vice President of Research and Development at Interius BioTherapeutics, a Philadelphia-based biotech company. Their lead program focuses on an intravenous CAR therapy for B cell lymphomas. Additionally, the company is advancing a second program aimed at treating autoimmune diseases. Dr. Culp joined In…
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After revising school closure plan, what's next for Seattle Public Schools?
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The Seattle School District is now planning to close just 5 schools next year. That’s down from the 21 possible closures the district had proposed earlier. The district has been teasing school closures for months as a part of its “Well Resourced Schools” plan. Seattle Schools faces a $94 million dollar budget deficit and Superintendent Brent Jones …
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How Seattle’s Palestinian community is marking one year since the Israel-Hamas war began
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Since Hamas militants attacked Southern Israel on October 7, taking roughly 1200 lives, and capturing hundreds of hostages, the Israeli military has responded with overwhelming force in Gaza. Bombs and other military actions have killed nearly 42,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Most of the homes, businesses, schools and mos…
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How a housewife turned unlikely activist helped topple Argentina's military dictatorship
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How can personal tragedy inspire the most unlikely of people to become activists? This question is at the heart of Norita, a new documentary screening Oct. 8 at the Seattle Latino Film Festival. Norita takes a moving look at the life and journey of an Argentinian woman, Nora Cortiñas. She was a mother who became caught in the crosshairs of Argentin…
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