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PricePod - Public Policy Conversations

USC Sol Price School of Public Policy

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Each month, the PricePod bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering new perspectives on how public policy impacts our lives and communities. Our conversations with USC Price School faculty range far and wide, from issues like traffic gridlock and the homelessness crisis to the spiraling cost of healthcare and corruption in politics. Whether you’re a policy wonk, a student, or simply curious about how research can change our world, the PricePod is your source for informed, engaging ...
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Hope Runners of Gridlock

Simon de la Rouviere

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Synopsis: In the city of Gridlock, the cars don't move anymore. They've become homes, businesses, and the livelihood of many. Following a strange anomaly, the gridlock and the always-on-sale Public Car Markets were formalised as a compromise to fund Hope Runners: heroes sent into the anomaly to answer the questions about what happened to their world. Living in a converted bus in a corner of the gridlock, Flora Kaigo had given up hope. Her father, like the other Hope Runners that had won thei ...
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Gridlocked: Why the 21st Century is Broken and How to Fix It

Mark Havenner, Nick O'Hara, Rolake Ojo

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Systems across the industrialized world are broken, but who knows how to fix them? Many of us are tired of living in divided societies, tired of the constant sense of drama and angst in our media and public discourse. Gridlocked is a docuseries podcast that moves debate beyond current division, focusing on big issues causing societal ‘gridlock’ and solutions on how to fix them. So, if you feel confounded by challenges seemingly much bigger than ourselves, with society unable to move forward ...
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Roadworks

Gerard Readett

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Traffic Jam Buster! Come to Brussels, a congestion-free city in 2022, but avoid the day of 'Roadworks', when Akila Kama, an African terrorist takes the city and many foreign heads of state hostage. His demands are simple, either the greatest humanitarian aid package is sent to Africa by the nations of the West, or their leaders die.In a city where all rail, road and underground traffic is computerised, Hugh Ryan, a Transport Authority controller, realises that while all traffic inside the ci ...
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For Fox Sake

Vee Weir

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For Fox Sake is a financial education and personal development podcast dedicated to deconstructing money shame, sharing money stories, and discussing the often “off-the-table” topics of life.
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Become an EMPOWERED INVESTOR. Survive and thrive in today's economy! With over 2,000 episodes in this Monday, Wednesday, Friday podcast, business and investment expert Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Steve Forbes (Freedom Manifesto), Tomas Sowell (Housing Boom and Bust), Noam Chomsky (Manufacturing Consent), Jenny Craig (Health & Fitness CEO), Jim Cramer (Mad Money), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door ...
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Ghost Train

Colorado Public Radio

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Ghost Train is a unique podcast miniseries from Colorado Public Radio about the people with a vision for a greener transportation system in Colorado, the challenges that kept much of that plan from becoming successful and the ideas that might help the region move forward. Hosted by CPR News transportation reporter Nathaniel Minor (“Since Columbine,” “The Taxman”), Ghost Train explores an everyday problem that many American cities face and takes a hard look at the possible solutions. In 2004, ...
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Marriage Puzzle

Juli & Thomas Hobby

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Marriage is a lot like putting together a brand new puzzle. You see the picture on the box and think "I can do that!" or "That would be fun to put together." But once you open the box you realize how much work is involved in turning over all the pieces, finding the edges and what fits in the middle. In marriage, you are constantly turning over new pieces to find out where they go. We'll be talking about our marriage in an attempt to pass along any wisdom we can to others. We hope you'll join ...
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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a soundbite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, pa ...
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Morethanisms Extra!

Calvin Eaton

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Morethanisms digs deep and unpacks social and cultural issues that impact black and non-black millennials of color. Created and hosted by Calvin Eaton, Founding Director of 540WMain, Inc.
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Anatomy of Next

Founders Fund

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In the second season of Anatomy of Next, explore every aspect of going to Mars, transforming it into a habitable world, and building a new branch of human civilization. How do we bring a cold, dead planet back to life? Can we build an atmosphere on Mars, thaw the frozen plains, and build an ocean? How do we seed a barren land with life, and make a red Mars green? Then, it’s everything from politics and education to money, music, and architecture. What does it mean to be human on an alien world?
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Gridiron Uncensored Podcast

Gridiron Uncensored

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Get ready for unfiltered college football discussions on the Gridiron Uncensored Podcast. Hosted by Trevor, Brenden, and Blake, this hard-hitting show leaves no play uncriticized and no controversy untouched. From heated debates on the hottest topics to raw analysis of the week’s matchups, the hosts bring diverse perspectives to the table. Unveiling the sport’s untamed side, they dissect game-changing moments, spotlight rising stars, and engage with passionate fans. Tune in for uncensored op ...
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There are fears that a lack of student accommodation in Sligo will ultimately lead to gridlock in the town in the months ahead. Many students wishing to study at ATU Sligo now find themselves in a major scramble for somewhere to live. It's thought that it will result in a lot of them driving to college daily. Local Sinn Fein Cllr Arthur Gibbons say…
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Personal finance is political whether you like it or not. In this episode, Vee reviews Vice President and Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris’s economic plan and what exactly is at stake this November. Click here to register to vote. In this episode you’ll learn more about: A look back at one year of For Fox Sake being on air Kamala Harri…
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It's emerged that the north west recorded the highest amount of rainfall throughout the month of August. 181.3 mm and 29 days of rainfall was recorded at Malin Head throughout the month, making its wettest August on record. Figures published in Met Éireann's Climate Statement for August also show that temperatures were coolest in the west and north…
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A potential scheme to introduce free mole mapping to combat skin cancer has been widely criticised. Earlier this week, Fianna Fáil TD Christopher O'Sullivan suggested the plans, saying that it had the potential to save lives in the long term. However, it's widely felt that the scheme couldn't possibly work in Ireland, given that it has never been i…
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The public are being taken for a ride over the bike shelter controversy. That's according to Sinn Feins Finance Spokesperson and Donegal TD Pearse Doherty, who has been speaking following confirmation that a full review is to be carried out into why it cost over 300 thousand euro to build the shelter in Leinster House. The Minister for the OPW has …
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The Leitrim ladies GAA All Ireland winning team are set to get a Civic Reception. Leitrim County Council is to host the event, and is in honour of the team's victory over Tyrone earlier in the summer. It's anticipated that it will be held next month, with the Council set to consult both the team and management. It follows a motion passed by Fianna …
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There's renewed calls for the VAT rate for the hospitality sector to return to 9%. The VAT rate for the hospitality sector in Ireland currently stands at 13.5%, with a number of businesses across the north west struggling to keep their doors open. Earlier this month, Minister Paschal Donohoe poured cold water on the matter saying it would cost more…
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Communities in south Donegal are being urged to be on high alert in the wake of last week's seizure of suspected cannabis vapes. Garda searches were conducted in Bundoran and Donegal Town, following reports of a medical incident, in which a member of the public had fallen ill. An investigation is continuing. Local Sinn Fein Cllr Michael McMahan say…
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Jason shares his recent experiences, speaking at the LIMITLESS conference in Dallas, Texas including an interaction with Robert F. Kennedy's private security team. He also expressed concerns about the control of information by the establishment and the media, and the potential for important issues to be overlooked. Lastly, Jason Hartman introduced …
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A Donegal Sinn Féin TD has backed his party’s affordable housing plan that promises to be a “game-changer”. The 39 million euro plan published today aims to build 300 thousand homes over the next five years, if elected. The plan proposes many changes, include rent freezes and a 100% redress for the defective block scheme. Deputy Pearse Doherty says…
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It’s a difficult situation for teachers and students to reach their full potential. That’s according to a local councillor in relation to the overcrowded classrooms in the North West. Current figures show that one in 10 students are enrolled in oversized classes of 30 or more. There were 27% of Leitrim pupils in classes of 30 or more in the recent …
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Some might say it was a weekend of disappointment for Oasis fans in the North West. Many were left gutted some standing tickets for the Croke Park gigs which went on general sale for 86.50 plus booking fees, shot up to over 400 euro. It's led to calls for the country's consumer watchdog to investigate Ticketmaster's handling of the band's ticket sa…
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Farm safety inspections will be taking place across the north west over the next two weeks. A new campaign by the Health and Safety Authority will focus on the dangers of working at height on farms. Inspectors will advise farmers on carrying out risk assessments around potential hazards and the methods of addressing them. IFA Sligo branch chairpers…
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Sitting TD Frank Feighan has iterated his belief that a General Election will be called this side of Christmas. It comes as Deputy Feighan was selected by Fine Gael to represent the party in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency at the next election. Fine Gael have now chosen 34 General Election candidates in 22 constituencies - in the Donegal constituenc…
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Fine Gael Cllr Thomas Walsh has expressed his disappointment over developments leading up to the party's selection convention last night. Sitting TD Frank Feighan was selected by Fine Gael to represent the party in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency at the next General Election. But earlier in the evening, Cllr Thomas Walsh withdrew as a candidate afte…
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A national slow down day is being held today aimed at reducing road deaths caused by speeding. A joint campaign by gardaí and the Road Safety Authority aims to tackle bad driver behaviour, with over 70,000 people caught breaking the limit in the year to July. The initiative hopes to curb rising road deaths which currently stands at 127. Superintend…
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As the fallout continues over exorbitant ticket prices to Oasis’ two Croke Park gigs, Ticketmaster Europe’s former executive vice-president has defended the company. Calls have been made for the Consumer and Competition Protection Commission to investigate the pricing system on Ticketmaster’s website with hundreds queuing online for tickets, with m…
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Passengers must remove liquids under 100ml from hand luggage at Dublin Airport security from today. Management at the airport says it hopes the EU restrictions will only be in place for a short time. Previously, it began bringing in C3 scanners which would mean passengers would not have to remove liquids from hand luggage. Travel Extra Editor Eogha…
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On this episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck and Sam are joined by Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, who has filed 56 lawsuits against the Harris-Biden administration, challenging policies such as an unlawful voter registration scheme and calling for the removal of Biden’s education secretary. Later, investigative reporter Matthew …
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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1185, published last May 2, 2019. Jason brings this episode to you from China, where he has seen the impact of the rising middle class. While it may seem to be a world away, the growth in construction in China is impacting the cost of construction here in the United States as well. Then Jason talks with Anna My…
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It's hoped that any concerns relating to the proposed one way system for Collooney will be teased out during the trial period. Both a business and a public consultation on the project took place this week and while the majority of the community are in agreement of the plans on the table, there's said to be a small number of concerns locally. It's s…
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Assurances have been given that a faulty generator that has been irritating residents in Cregg House will be repaired by the weekend. Earlier this week, an electrical fault caused Cregg House, inconveniencing its residents. A generator was installed to restore power, however, due to faulty parts, it has been making a lot of noise which has frustrat…
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There are renewed fears over overcrowding at Sligo University Hospital ahead of the winter months. The hospital has been experiencing unseasonably high ED waiting figures over the last few months. It has led to concern that the facility could enter an even bigger crisis when faced with flu and other winter viruses. Local Independent Cllr Michael Cl…
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The level of service being provided at the Physiotherapy Department at Letterkenny University Hospital is said to fall far short of what's required. Currently, the department is said to be only operating with only 40% of the staff required. The information was disclosed by the HSE via a letter to GPs last week, which has led to an expectation that …
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A consultation on the proposed one way system for Collooney is nearing conclusion. A public consultation, well attended by member of the community, took place last evening, and both residents and businesses are said to have bought into the plans. It's set to be introduced on the trial basis in the coming weeks - people can still make submissions vi…
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the incursion into Kursk is an important step towards ending the war with Russia, but Ukraine is facing a major test in its own Donbas battlefields; the intensifying mpox outbreak places additional strain on the Democratic Republic of Congo and surrounding African nations; heightened security tensions sp…
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Coastal erosion is said to be worsening in south Donegal. Inver is a particular area of concern, with some residents said to be growing increasingly concern over the future of the lands. The issue is currently affecting 20% of Ireland's coastline. Local Fine Gael Cllr Manus Boyle has been in contact with the OPW over what has described as an alarmi…
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It's thought that people from Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal will be hit the hardest over alleged hotel price gouging in the Capital ahead of the Oasis gigs next summer. Room prices at several hotels in Dublin have shot up this week, following the bands announcement of two Croke Park gigs on August 16th and 17th. For many, particularly in the North Wes…
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The annual school bus debacle is beginning to rear its head in parts of Leitrim. The notorious issue surrounding the School Transport Scheme means a lot of parents missing out on a bus seat for the child because of the distance they are from the local school. There have been numerous calls to allow more school children - both concessionary and non-…
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Edel McSharry has been selected by Fianna Fáil to contest the next General Election. At the selection convention held last night, Councillor McSharry was the only candidate put forward and was selected unopposed. She was recently elected to Sligo County Council for the first time in the local elections in June. Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor…
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Crowds turned out in their droves again last night, as homecoming events continued for Mona McSharry. The Olympic Bronze medallist was welcomed back to Ballyshannon last night, where she honed her craft as a swimmer. A parade was hosted by Ballyshannon Marlins Swimming Club, with celebrations kicking off at 6pm and lasting long into the night. Last…
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Much-needed repairs of a county Sligo road have moved a step closer. The Ballygawley Village to Castle Dargan road has moved to planning stage. It is expected that the planning process will be complete in the coming months. Concerns have previously been expressed over the condition of the road and its lack of suitability for all road users includin…
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Jason and Robert Helms discuss the recent increase in mortgage refinancing activity and the ongoing housing shortage, its impact on the real estate market, and potential solutions for affordable housing. They also explore emerging real estate opportunities, such as investing in high-demand, low-supply markets and the potential of parking lots as an…
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The INTO is warning the shortage of primary school teachers has reached a crisis point where some schools are forced to employ people with no teaching qualifications. The union says schools across the country are being impacted, with those in Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow and Meath being hit hardest. It’s pointing to a worsening housing and cost of livi…
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New figures have shown that a significant number of pubs in the North West are among almost 2,000 that have closed in Ireland since 2005. According to new research carried out by the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland shows that in that timeframe, 28.6% of pubs closed in Leitrim, with 26.3% closing their doors in Donegal. Limerick, Cork and Roscommon…
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New data shows that Leitrim has some of the highest number of homes available to buy per head of population. There are only 12 homes for sale, per 10-thousand people, in Monaghan while Meath and Kildare were the counties with the next greatest shortage. Leitrim and Roscommon, had the highest number of homes available according to the analysis by Sa…
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