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The ANDREA MITCHELL CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF DEMOCRACY aims not just to promote, but to understand, democracy. Global in its outlook, multifaceted in its purposes, the Mitchell Center seeks to contribute to the ongoing quest for democratic values, ideas, and institutions throughout the world. In THE ANDREA MITCHELL CENTER PODCAST, we interview scholars, journalists, and public thinkers grappling with the challenges facing our democracy. Many of the episodes are linked to our other programming ...
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Send us a text Thoughts lead to feelings, and feelings lead to behaviours. When we dont understand the WHY we do what we do we tend to find ourselves doing the same thing over and over. Lets change our default mode Support the Show. Help support the show by 'buying me a coffee' Paypal - gercptcan@gmail.com…
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Interviewer: JOSHUA ROSE. In her book, Hailing the State: Indian Democracy Between Elections, Professor LISA MITCHELL explores the various methods of collective action used by people in India to hold elected officials and government administrators accountable. Moving beyond an exclusive focus on electoral processes, Mitchell argues that to understa…
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Interviewer: MATTHEW BERKMAN. Anti-corruption activist JOSH STANFIELD returns to the AMC podcast. This discussion centers on the significant impact of data centers in Virginia, which currently hosts the largest data center market in the world. These massive facilities, crucial for the growing prevalence of AI and other technologies, bring economic …
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Send us a text Tariq Elnaga talks about is journey from the desert sands of Dubai to the dirt and grit of the rodeo grounds. He shares with heart the day he went pro! Tariq is a go getter that throws everything at life. He has seen and accomplished so much. I ask him how and what is the fuel that gets him going. His compelling story will leave you …
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Send us a text Plan your days. Even if it's a day to rest. [] Set goals. If you have nothing planned life gets boring and you will lose joy and peace. [] To be blessed you need to help someone else. You can't be happy and selfish at the same time. [] Picture that person in your mind of the person who always cheered you on. [] The story of my Oma te…
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Send us a Text Message. Logan Gibson is an avid mountaineer, wildlife photographer & content creator. From a young age he has always loved sports, but in 2011 when he topped out on his first summit, He knew that climbing mountains was his calling. Since then Logan made it to the summit of 246 mountains. Logan is very passionate about being in the m…
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AUDREY JAQUISS sits down with Penn Professor ERIC ORTS to explore the future of environmental regulation and politics in light of recent Supreme Court decisions. In the last two years, the Court has significantly curtailed the Environmental Protection Agency's authority to protect wetlands and regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. Th…
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Send us a text Sometimes we leave the microphones live before or after an interview and thats when we have the off cuff real conversations. Listen to Becky share her journey with hair loss and how she tackles this challenge with grace and poise. intersting read: https://www.fromtheangels.com/spirituality/does-hair-hold-trauma/ Becky's Instagram pag…
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Send us a text Through her own journey of teaching yoga, facilitating Soundbath’s and reiki sessions, Becky’s discovered her passion is for all things healing. Her spiritual hypnosis coaching business brings together mind, body, spirit, soul-purpose and higher consciousness, in a digestible way, to support her clients in connecting to their highest…
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Send us a Text Message. Ryan opens up and speaks about his childhood. At a young age he wrestled with his sexuality and his faith. Going through conversion therapy and navigating his family as a pastors kid was a journey of grace and imperfection. Support the Show. Help support the show by 'buying me a coffee' Paypal - gercptcan@gmail.com…
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Send us a text Nathan’s journey is a testament to love’s resilience, the power of authenticity, and the unwavering faith that lights our way. His story inspires us all to embrace our truths and love fearlessly. 🌈❤️🙏 https://www.instagram.com/zaddynate411?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://youtu.be/qWMwPCcvQq8?si=Xkm0…
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TANJA PETROVIĆ, principal research associate at the Research Center of the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts, discusses her recent book Utopia in Uniform: Affective Afterlives of the Yugoslav People's Army. Moderated by RAFAEL KHACHATURIAN.Kirjoittanut Andrea Mitchell Center
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DR. ROBIN S. BROOKS, career diplomat and former Special Advisor to the Vice President for Europe, Russia, Multilateral Affairs, and Democracy, delves into the intricacies of democracy. The discussion explores the pivotal role of elections and the alarming phenomenon of democratic backsliding, particularly evident in ex-Soviet States. Dr. Brooks she…
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This episode focuses on the recent passage of a foreign aid package by the House of Representatives, which includes aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. The delay in passing the bill raised concerns about America's reliability in fulfilling its international commitments. The episode explores how partisan divides are reshaping views on foreign policy…
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AUDREY JAQUISS interviews RHIANA GUNN-WRIGHT, Climate Policy Director of the Roosevelt Institute. They delve into discussions on the intersection of climate policy with issues such as white supremacy, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and economic concerns. Gunn-Wright explores the importance of universality in climate policy and strategies for na…
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Send us a text In challenging times, when life’s storms rage and the path ahead seems obscured, finding gratitude can be like discovering a hidden gem amidst the rubble. Let’s explore how gratitude becomes a beacon of light even in the darkest hours: Gratitude as a Resilience Booster: Scientific evidence suggests that cultivating an attitude of gra…
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Barbara McQuade, a legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, discusses her new book Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America. Barbara argues disinformation is a threat to democracy. However, the larger threat is not from foreign adversaries, but those within the country who use disinformation for political gain. Still, the even larg…
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Send us a Text Message. Pete Beaumont, a globetrotter who once called South Africa home, now finds himself nestled in the charming coastal town of Bournemouth, United Kingdom. His professional journey has been nothing short of remarkable. Pete’s expertise lies in nurturing leaders—both within the corporate realm of Fortune 500 companies and the spi…
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Send us a text Melanie Wieseler, who battled severe neurodermatitis for over 35 years, has emerged as a skin expert through her own journey and extensive experimentation with various methods. Despite countless doctor visits, therapies, and hospital stays, she found no relief. When faced with the option of taking steroids, which could scar her face …
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What are the biggest challenges, struggles and difficulties confronting our girls today? How have things changed over the years? Should money be given to children if they will use it for the wrong purposes? What’s the impact that technology/smartphones/social media is having on the girls? What solutions do we have to inspire girls today? ***Guest H…
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Send us a text Listen to the beautiful Leanne talk about her lows and how that revealed her tenacity and heart to flower into a Phoenix rising from the ashes. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MeKTPdpeREQ6oxPKE1f6I?si=b8C0ggtTQ5C2-p-AHq3sPA https://youtu.be/yZRCFK1n-NM?si=dx2pFo6u4ROKWqh5 https://www.truity.com/ https://my-personality-test.com/ Sup…
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What are the halachic obligations spouses have to each other? How does a relationship change over the course of a marriage? Are there differences in how to stay connected at the beginning of marriage, in the middle and later in life? What causes spouses to disconnect from each other? Can you reconnect once you have already disconnected? What’s the …
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JONATHAN BLITZER, staff writer at The New Yorker, discusses his recent book Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here: The United States, Central America, and the Making of a Crisis. According to Blitzer, immigration policy happens at the intersection of international relations and domestic politics. In this episode, he uses personal stories to help explain his…
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Join Secretary MARCIA LIMA and Penn Professor MICHAEL G. HANCHARD in a candid conversation on the pervasive nature of anti-blackness in Brazil and the United States. Lima currently serves as the Secretary of Affirmative Action Policies and Combatting and Overcoming Racism at the Ministry of Racial Equality in Brazil. This conversation examines para…
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Hakaros Hatov to the soldiersBeing Mevaker Choleh soldiersBeing Menachem Avel these familiesSaying a Mi Shebeirach for the soliders with Rabbi Refoel Wolf – Gabbai of Reb Shach zt"l for over 30 years – 28:04 with Rabbi Yissocher Eichorn– Talmud Muvhak of Reb Meir Solovietchik zt"l, Rav of Kehilas Avreicihim in Yerushalayim, Mechaber Sifrei Pi Kohei…
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What are the most common fears that people have? How do we get over those fears? What is “Jewish Mindfulness” and how can it help? What are the most common fears in dating and marriage? Can anxiety or OCD ever make a person patur from mitzvos? Is it permitted to take experimental/homeopathic/Chinese medication treatments? ***Guest Hosted by Ari Was…
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How much should parents do for their children? What are parents’ financial obligations to their children? Is there a maximum? What causes a child to be spoiled? Is it detrimental to grow up with less than your peers? Do we need to treat all of our own children the same when buying them items? What are the implications of having a spoiled child when…
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Send us a text Listen to Brad talk about CIDP You will find inspriation and heart in his story CIDP - GBS/CIDP Foundation International (gbs-cidp.org) Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy - CIDP (rarediseases.org) Support the Show. Help support the show by 'buying me a coffee' Paypal - gercptcan@gmail.com…
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Send us a text Beating cancer once is hard enough. Listen to how Jason beat it twice. Jason Burke talks about his battle with Cancer. This inspiring story is a a journey of strength and community https://www.instagram.com/lift2failurefitness?igsh=MXJwcWc0YzZ6eGN6Mg== Support the Show. Help support the show by 'buying me a coffee' Paypal - gercptcan…
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Interviewer: AUDREY JAQUISS. Director of the Institute for Global Sustainability and Professor at Boston University, BENJAMIN SOVACOOL, delves into the crucial concept of energy justice. Sovacool unravels its definition and examines the demographics and locations where it is most pertinent. Distinguishing energy justice from climate or environmenta…
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Abortion of a fetus conceived through rape Women tying tzitzis Sheva brachos without the chosson or kallah Returning home before Shabbos if one knows they will be called up on Shabbos Returning home while one's wife is niddah if he doesn't think he'll be able to withstand the temptation to hug A hug before a spouse leaves for battle if the wife is …
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Send us a text Adrian Huysman is a 44-year-old public educator, art teacher, visual artist and public speaker, committed to creating radically self-determined individuals around him. He believes in aggressive personal betterment through prayer and intentional living and a connection to nature. Adrian seeks to live in such a way that others can be c…
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What’s currently causing us the most trauma? The war? The captives? Antisemitism? Something else? What’s the implication of not getting a body back from Hamas, and therefore no Kevura and no closure? Is hearing the news and looking at war images helpful or hurtful? How are students from out of Israel who are studying in Yeshivos and Seminaries in I…
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How to handle the stress of having a close relative fighting in Gaza and the loss of a loved one killed in battle. Is there a halachic requirement that the IDF bury dead Hamas terrorists? Other Gazans? What are the IDF soldiers experiencing? What about their parents, wives, and close friends? Is it okay for soldiers to use the homes of Gazans witho…
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Hear from the trenches – How are the Kehilos and families in Eretz Yisroel Managing with Rabbi Elyada Goldvicht – Rav in Ranana, Head of Semichat Chaver Program, Head of Chevra Kadish in the IDF – 3:58 Shabbos: Is it permissible to place an order with one-day delivery on a Friday? If a package arrives on Shabbos, is it permissible to open and use i…
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Is Hakaras Hatov a halachic requirement, or just a nice thing to do? Do we just feel gratitude, or do we need to say “thank you” or more? Historically, did the Gedolim show Hakaras Hatov towards the soldiers of the IDF? Why have a few Roshei Yeshiva said they are concerned about showing gratitude? If Torah learning protects, why does Israel need an…
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Is there such a thing as the country of “Palestine”? What are the halachic borders of Israel? Is it mutar to give the Gaza Strip back now that Israel has retaken possession of it? Is there a mitzvah to be buried in Israel? To make Aliyah? To exhume a body to Israel? What does international law say about the West Bank, Gaza Strip and Golan Heights? …
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Interviewer: JOSHUA ROSE. Associate Professor at Georgetown University, JOSHUA CHERNISS, explores the dynamic relationship between diversity of thought and democracy, acknowledging it as both a core element of democracy's existence while also a significant challenge to its sustenance. He challenges the assumption that democracy will endure, emphasi…
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