Best Progressive Equity Research Podcasts (2024)

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Week ending 14/06/24 - Is the UK set to report inflation below 2%? 13:45

3h ago13:45

13:45

Gareth & Jeremy discuss the way European elections and particularly the surprise French National Assembly election are impacting markets. They also cover the US rate decision and inflation data this week. The UK is keeping calm and carrying on as Raspberry Pi successfully launches onto the market and they discuss other companies including DFS, Peel…

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RI ACLU’s Steve Brown on police accountability, open records and the 2024 General Assembly session 3:47

4h ago3:47

3:47

Many of the hundreds of bills passed by the Rhode Island General Assembly each year raise issues involving civil liberties. That’s why Rhode Island ACLU executive director Steve Brown pays close attention to the legislature. As is often the case, the results from Smith Hill this year are something of a mixed bag. Lawmakers approved the first signif…

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Michael Elliott on the Approach to Inclusive Institutional Change 26:40

6m ago26:40

26:40

Kim hosts a conversation that delves into the dynamic relationship between evidence-driven change and the pursuit of social and racial equity when institutions prioritize these goals. We are joined by Michael Elliott, the current President of Amherst College. He has led significant institutional change efforts at different universities he’s been a …

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Episode #60: Enhancing Polyp Detection Using AI (ModMed is collaborating with Medtronic to help GI docs find more polyps) 15:09

2d ago15:09

15:09

Dr. Fred Rosenberg interviews Dr. Jason Sugar from Washington Gastroenterology, who also serves as the gastroenterology team lead at Modernizing Medicine (ModMed).ModMed recently announced a collaboration with Medtronic to enhance the documentation of polyp detection by utilizing the AI capabilities of the GI Genius system. The GI Genius system ena…

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Week ending 07/06/24 - The UK economy and markets carry on 14:59

29m ago14:59

14:59

Gareth and Jeremy discuss the week's market news from a macro perspective, focusing on UK companies and the equity market. Lower commodity and energy prices and the start of the rate reduction cycle as the ECB lowers rates are included this week. Politics is having an impact in India and Mexico, and looking into next week, we have the European elec…

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URI President Marc Parlange on RI’s economy, boosting research, and academia under fire 3:47

7d ago3:47

3:47

It’s not an easy time to be a university president. Academia faces criticism from across the political spectrum. Many campuses have been divided by the war between Hamas and Israel. And student debt remains a burden for many young people. But Marc Parlange, who became president of the University of Rhode Island in 2021, seems to be holding his own.…

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EP 138: Personalised medicine using microbiome models with Dr. Almut Heinken 40:22

10d ago40:22

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0:00 Introduction 1:45 Almut’s research experience, including two recent publications on genome-scale metabolic reconstruction human microorganisms Genome-scale metabolic reconstruction of 7,302 human microorganisms for personalized medicine APOLLO: A genome-scale metabolic reconstruction resource of 247,092 diverse human microbes spanning multiple…

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Week Ending 31/05/2024 - The UK Stock Market Re-Discovers its Purpose 12:55

7d ago12:55

12:55

Gareth & Jeremy discuss the week's market news. US GDP growth has started to slow down. However, the big news is the return to life of the UK stock market. Our equity capital markets, long believed dead, sprang to life again last week and priced £8bn with some large rights issues and a wide range of smaller deals that have been absorbed by a streng…

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US Attorney Zachary Cunha on his probe of DCYF, safe storage and the rule of law in our polarized moment 3:42

11d ago3:42

3:42

Problems related to the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families have persisted for years. But when U.S. Attorney Zachary Cunha recently unveiled the findings of a probe into DCYF, state officials stood up and took notice. Cunha is the top federal prosecutor in the state, and his office has enormous power. After being nominated by Pr…

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Talking Tech: Episode 3 14:12

16d ago14:12

14:12

George O'Connor and Ian Robertson discuss the impact of digitalisation on analog businesses and how sometimes it is not the big disruptive story that makes the difference. Digitalisation has made a huge impact on the world of Domino’s Pizza and yet Cazoo has shown that being a ‘disruptor’ is not enough – you have to know what you are trying to disr…

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EP 137: Mavis Machirori on promoting equity, diversity, and social justice in genomics research 41:40

8d ago41:40

41:40

0:00 Intro 1:30 Mavis’ career arc, from starting as a midwife to researching medical innovation and technology with an emphasis on advocacy and equity 7:00 Systemic issues that are easily overlooked in medical research and advancements Webinar: Participant Diversity: Increasing the Impact of Biomedical Research Webinar 10:00 Addressing Eurocentrici…

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Fay Twersky on Rethinking Institutional Distrust 28:58

17d ago28:58

28:58

We tackle the challenging question of how evidence can drive change for people and communities in a climate of widespread institutional distrust. We explore the root causes of this erosion of trust and its impact on decision-making processes. Join us as we uncover innovative strategies that can bridge the gap between evidence and action, rebuild tr…

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Episode #59: A Platform to Help Women Manage Their Digestive Health (and how technology can promote health equity) 22:55

17d ago22:55

22:55

Dr. Lisa Mathew interviews Dr. Aja McCutchen of Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates and United Digestive, who recently co-founded OLVI Health, a platform committed to enhancing women's well-being through personalized digestive health insights.OLVI Health works to empower women with knowledge and the tools to managing their digestive health, includi…

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Week Ending 24/05/2024 - Barbarians in the Boardroom - UK PLCs under siege 14:48

15d ago14:48

14:48

Gareth and Jeremy discuss the economic news that UK inflation is not falling as fast as expected, and the big political news about the UK General Election. In the US, Nvidia is a sprinting giant that rose one HSBC in value in the minutes following its better-than-expected Q2 earnings release. They also discuss the growing M&A activity in the UK mar…

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Sabina Matos on bouncing back from an election loss, policy priorities, and what’s next 3:41

18d ago3:41

3:41

Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos was the early favorite in the race for an open seat in the First Congressional District last year. But a signature-gathering scandal took on a life of its own, and undermined Matos’ hopes of landing in Congress. Her boss, Governor Dan McKee, shows how a lieutenant governor can move up if they’re in the …

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EP 136: Developments in ring chromosome 20 research and advocacy with Allison Watson 40:57

15d ago40:57

40:57

0:00 Introduction 2:00 Allison’s personal journey to researching epilepsy and ring chromosome 20 syndrome 4:00 Biggest challenges families face with ring chromosome 20 syndrome 11:00 Incidence and prevalence of r(20) syndrome, and how we can improve data reliability 21:00 Applying next generation sequencing to r(20) syndrome gene research 29:00 Eng…

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Talking Tech: Episode 2 21:07

24d ago21:07

21:07

In this episode George O’Connor and Ian Robertson catch up on recent and mostly positive Tech News, with George holding his positivity pledge card firmly aloft. They also discuss the Raspberry Pi IPO – another reason to be cheerful. A London float, a good company, a growth company and litmus test for the UK equity market. Brought to you by Progress…

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Episode 16: Max Dickins on masculinity and loneliness - Do men have a friendship problem? 41:08

18d ago41:08

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Do men have a friendship problem? Research indicates that, generally, men have less close friends than women - and the problem is getting worse. In the latest episode of Inclusion Unlocked, Sasha speaks with actor, presenter, comedian and author Max Dickins on masculinity, mental health, loneliness, and why friendship can feel trickier for men. Max…

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Week Ending 17/05/2024 - The US inflation print, the market melt-up & the return of the UK IPO market 14:18

22d ago14:18

14:18

Gareth and Jeremy discuss the week's market news, highlighting the lower-than-expected US inflation print. The UK is increasingly in a Goldilocks scenario with the lower US$ and relative strength of the Pound, giving the BoE greater scope to reduce rates next month. There is increasing momentum behind the UK market move. In UK company news, Raspber…

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Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera on housing progress, what’s next for schools, and why more Latinos are voting Republican 3:47

26d ago3:47

3:47

Maria Rivera made history in Central Falls when she won election in 2020 as the first Latina mayor in Rhode Island. Rivera does not yet face any announced opponents for re-election this year and she’s an up and comer in Rhode Island politics. During her time in office, Rivera has led the charge to build more housing, with a goal of completing 300 n…

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EP 135: Integration of newborn sequencing programs into healthcare systems with Dr. Ingrid Holm 41:16

22d ago41:16

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0:00 Introduction 1:30 Ingrid’s initial interests in genetics, paediatrics, and newborn screening 2:45 How the original BabySeq project, a pioneering newborn sequencing program got started, how it’s going, and the launch of BabySeq2 8:45 Lessons from BabySeq1 and goals for BabySeq2 10:30 Potential societal and long-term considerations for those inv…

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Implementing Change: Progress on Climate Resilience in Atlanta, Georgia 48:07

23d ago48:07

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This month, we're welcoming practitioners from Atlanta Regional Commission: Katherine Zitsch, Deputy COO, and Jon Philipsborn, Climate and Resilience Manager. Regional commissions work on many subject areas across a metropolitan area, from community development and transportation to water security and climate change. At ARC, resilience is a key def…

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Justin Milner on the Power of Objective Evidence 25:08

23d ago25:08

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We explore how evidence shapes policy, philanthropy, and learning agendas to help drive social change. We also unpack the challenges changemaking institutions can face when incorporating evidence and evaluation into their processes. And we offer insights into how governments and other institutions can foster more trust with the people and communiti…

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Episode #58: Does Your GI Practice Have a Clinical Research Program? (it could benefit your patients and practice) 20:31

29d ago20:31

20:31

Dr. Michael Weinstein interviews Dr. Don Lazas, co-founder and chief medical officer of ObjectiveHealth about partnering with physicians to provide the tools needed to integrate clinical trials into their practice.ObjectiveHealth’s digital health technology can help identity patients who are at risk of developing Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)…

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Week Ending 10/05/2024 - Less QT, Lower Rates, Break Dancing Pensioners, Alcohol & Axe Throwing and Argentina's 300% Inflation 14:41

29d ago14:41

14:41

Gareth and Jeremy discuss the improving macroeconomic backdrop, with easier financial conditions driven by the Fed's decision to reduce its balance sheet less quickly. Is negative QT the same as QE? The effect is the same. The BoE is pretty explicitly steering towards a rate cut at the next meeting in June. Lower mortgage rates are on the horizon, …

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Rhode Island House Majority Leader Chris Blazejewski on the housing crisis, state revenue, pensions and more 3:48

1M ago3:48

3:48

Rhode Island has allocated hundreds of millions of dollars to address the state’s housing crisis. Despite that, there are few tangible signs of progress so far, and there’s pushback from some cities and towns and even from some Democratic lawmakers. At the same time, the gusher of federal COVID aid that enabled consecutive state budget surpluses ha…

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EP 134: Prenatal genetic testing and the future of AI in genetic counselling with Kira Dineen, host of DNA Today 40:44

29d ago40:44

40:44

0:00 Introduction 1:00 The backstory of how Kira first started DNA Today in 2012, when she was still in high school! 3:30 Some of Kira’s favourite topics she has discussed on DNA Today, including the legacy of Henrietta Lacks, and the story of a Glee actress with down syndrome 10:00 Kira’s best practices for podcasting, from over 10 years of experi…

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Week ending 03/05/24 - Land buying activity indicates better housing market outlook with Alastair Stewart 14:55

1M ago14:55

14:55

Gareth and Jeremy are joined this week by Property & Construction analyst and housebuilding meteorologist, Alastair Stewart. The macro topics for discussion are the Yen, the continued volatility in the Asian currency markets, the Federal Reserve policy rate decision and what the Bank of England might do with regards to its own interest rate decisio…

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Brown professor Tricia Rose on how views of a colorblind America inhibit efforts to fight racism 3:43

1M ago3:43

3:43

As someone who grew up in Harlem and the Bronx, Brown University professor Tricia Rose has had a front row seat on the racial fault lines in American society. Her latest book is Metaracism -- How Systemic Racism Devastates Black Lives -- And How We Break Free. Rose’s book offers a new view of structural racism, how it works, and what is needed to m…

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Talking Tech: Episode 1 23:05

1M ago23:05

23:05

George O’Connor and Ian Robertson discuss UK small and mid-cap tech, examining current issues and searching for facts, clarity and understanding. In this first episode they discuss the opportunities in motion capture, virtual reality and machine learning smart vision at Oxford Metrics, and the potential for profitable semiconductor player, CML Micr…

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EP 133: Insights into pharmacogenomics and increasing diversity in genomics research with Dr. Emma Magavern 39:17

1M ago39:17

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0:00 Introduction 2:00 The value of an English Literature degree in designing and analysing research studies in medicine 3:45 Emma’s entrance to pharmacogenomics and her transition from practising physician to genetics research 6:00 How the East London Genes and Health program is increasing representation of diverse populations, namely South Asians…

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Doug Elmendorf on Evidence in Policymaking and Higher Education 24:54

2M ago24:54

24:54

We explore the use of data and evidence in policy making and higher education. We will hear from Doug Elmendorf, dean of the Harvard Kennedy School, about teaching the next generation. How are educators teaching students about the role of data and evidence in discourse and persuasion? We will also dive into policy areas where Doug sees the most roo…

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Episode #57: Fujifilm’s CAD EYE Enables Real-Time Detection of Polyps (and helps GI physicians prevent colorectal cancer) 22:59

1M ago22:59

22:59

Dr. Fred Rosenberg interviews Anthony Borrelli, executive director of product & marketing for Fujifilm’s endoscopy division.Fujifilm recently received 510K clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for CAD EYE, a novel artificial intelligence detection system for endoscopic imaging that enables real-time detection of polyps and adenomas …

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Week Ending 25/04/24 - Don't like to say it, but we told you so! 14:58

2M ago14:58

14:58

Please note this was recorded before the Microsoft and Alphabet Q1 results were announced. Gareth and Jeremy discuss the prospect of great equity market dispersal, the benign political risk of the UK, the demise of ESG, and the attractive value of UK-listed assets. Meta and Nvidia share prices are falling, and the Magnificient Seven shows signs of …

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‘Our safety net really has started to fray’: Darlene Allen on what’s behind growing child fatalities in Rhode Island 13:54

2M ago13:54

13:54

The Rhode Island Coalition for Children and Families recently sounded an alarm about a growing number of deaths and near deaths involving young children. The coalition is calling on Gov. Dan McKee and state lawmakers to take action to address the crisis. This situation has quietly developed over years and a number of different factors are responsib…

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EP 132: From mammoths to genome editing, trailblazing genetics with Dr. George Church 47:41

2M ago47:41

47:41

0:00 Introduction 1:00 George’s upcoming big projects, including developing full recycling, renewing energy, creating bioweather maps, and harnessing citizen science 6:45 Progress in engineering viral resistance in humans, including thoughts from pre- and post- pandemic 11:00 A swapped genetic code that prevents viral infections and gene transfer b…

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Week ending 19/04/24 - Q1 Review with Scott Evans 22:37

2M ago22:37

22:37

For this week's Market Call Gareth and Jeremy are joined again by Scott Evans of the London Business School and the Deutsche Numis Equity Indices. Scott talks about market performance in Q1 2024. Where have markets come from, how have they performed in Q1, and where are they going? Bond yields have risen, inflation is sticky, and rates are higher f…

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RI Housing Secretary Stefan Pryor on local pushback, how long progress will take, and whether it should move faster 3:39

2M ago3:39

3:39

Rhode Island has allocated hundreds of millions of dollars in recent years to produce more housing. But relatively little new construction has happened so far, and some cities and towns resist attempts to get them to welcome more residents. The median price of a single-family home in Rhode Island was $440,000 in February, an almost 15 percent incre…

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EP 131: The potential of somatic genomics in drug discovery and development with Jake Rubens 44:57

2M ago44:57

44:57

0:00 Intro 0:40 Jake’s experiences as a serial entrepreneur starting five companies with a basis in genomic science 5:30 Opportunities for research and drug development in the realm of somatic science 9:20 Somatic evolution and how it provides valuable insights into disease mechanisms 12:30 Advantages and disadvantages of studying germline genome-w…

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LaTosha Brown on the Impact of Evidence in Social Movements 39:17

2M ago39:17

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We examine the unique challenges and opportunities of using evidence to drive change within the context of a social movement, particularly in an era of heightened partisanship and media influence. We explore how evidence can serve as a powerful tool to galvanize social movements, but also the potential pitfalls when facts are obscured by ideologica…

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Episode #56: Preventing Progression from Barrett’s Esophagus to Cancer (how patient risk can be stratified to help save lives) 29:26

2M ago29:26

29:26

For Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam speaks with Dr. Srinadh Komanduri, associate chief of gastroenterology and hepatology and director of endoscopy at Northwestern Medicine, about efforts to educate the public about esophageal cancer and cutting-edge tools that are helping gastroenterologists determine which of their patien…

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Episode 15: Professor John Amaechi OBE on effective leadership and authentic workplace culture 44:02

2M ago44:02

44:02

In one of the most thought-provoking episodes yet of Inclusion Unlocked, Sasha is joined by founder of APS Intelligence LTD, Professor John Amaechi OBE. John is widely recognised as an influential thinker in HR and a respected organisational psychologist who partners with businesses to build bespoke programmes focused behavioural change. We learn a…

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Expect the Unexpected: Resilience and Life Advice from the Late Bronze Age 48:12

2M ago48:12

48:12

This month, anthropologist and historian Dr. Eric Cline and USACE research social scientist Dr. Ben Trump come together with hosts Alysha and Todd to explore large-scale regional destabilization and collapse in the Late Bronze Age. Around 1200 B.C., an interconnected network of eight large, thriving civilizations collapsed in a matter of decades. D…

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Week ending 12/04/2024 - Sticky US inflation, The Prospect of No-Landing & UK Equities Just Carry On 14:13

2M ago14:13

14:13

Gareth and Jeremy discuss the week in markets. US inflation is proving sticky, and it is increasingly difficult to justify cutting rates on economic grounds. The question is whether the BoE or ECB would cut ahead of the Fed. China is exporting deflation. In the UK, GDP grew more than expected in February, and the January figure was revised upwards.…

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United Way’s Cortney Nicolato on what it takes to make progress on housing, racial equity and more 3:42

2M ago3:42

3:42

Cortney Nicolato became president and CEO of United Way of Rhode Island in 2018. It was a homecoming for the Pawtucket native and URI grad who had worked in the nonprofit sector in Texas for the previous 13 years. Nicolato took the helm of one of Rhode Island’s top nonprofits in the run-up to the pandemic. She helped introduce 401Gives, now Rhode I…

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EP 130: Quarterly insights into noncoding variants and GWAS with Dr. Veera Rajagopal 51:56

2M ago51:56

51:56

Show Notes: 0:00 Introduction 1:20 How polydactyl mutations can inform research on non-coding variant mechanisms The importance of low-affinity binding between transcription factors and targets How these lessons can help us improve our understanding of drug and target discovery See Veera’s January round-up for more information: https://www.gwasstor…

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State Rep. Jennifer Stewart on housing, improving schools, Washington Bridge & more 3:47

2M ago3:47

3:47

Jennifer Stewart won election as a state representative from Pawtucket in 2022. She ran on the idea that lawmakers should do more to help everyday Rhode Islanders with key needs like healthcare and housing. But these are complex issues that defy easy solutions. Stewart is one of a number of progressive lawmakers who have joined the legislature over…

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EP 129: Patient advocacy for genetic ALS and FTD with Jean Swidler, Executive Director of End the Legacy 38:44

2M ago38:44

38:44

0:00 Introduction 0:45 Jean’s personal experiences with family members with genetic ALS 10:00 Jean’s thoughts on the barriers and facilitators to providing treatment for those with genetic ALS 13:20 Insights into C9orf72, a common genetic determinant of ALS, and how it can also be associated with FTD 16:10 Jean’s experiences as an active advocate f…

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Heather Hahn on Decoding America's Safety Net 24:00

2M ago24:00

24:00

We are joined by Heather Hahn, associate Vice President for the Urban Institute Center on Labor, Human Services and Population, to discuss the complexities and challenges of safety net programs in the U.S. Heather helps us probe into the history of these programs and the influence of traditional American values on their design. We look at the barri…

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Ken Block on disproving 2020 election fraud — and how to improve American elections 3:47

3M ago3:47

3:47

Ken Block was surprised to get a phone call from an unfamiliar number one day after the 2020 election. It was a lawyer for Donald Trump’s campaign, and he wanted to know if Block would search for evidence of fraud in the election. Block ran as a third party candidate for governor in 2010 and as a Republican in 2014. But he’s also an expert in datab…

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