Showing results for "ACTION" in Social Sciences

A top-secret manual for training CIA field agents in deception and sleight-of-hand was thought to be a rumor…until a single surviving copy was discovered in the agency’s archives. In 1953, a top-secret manual teaching agents sleight-of-hand and other deception techniques was written for the...

Reading, analysis and exploration of the literary oeuvre left to us by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov. We will read his standout stories, in English and in his original Russian. We will also discuss some of his most surprising themes as well as notes on the most widely-used translations and what tends to get lost in the process.

Et si le premier pas vers le bien-être était un pas vers l'action ? Dans un monde qui s'accélère, la santé mentale est devenue notre priorité absolue. Mais comment trouver l'équilibre entre sérénité intérieure et urgence d'agir ? Animé par Jérémy Labouré et Guillaume Bechecloux, fondateurs de l’ONG Earth Care Movement, ce podcast vous emmène là où tout devient plus clair : en pleine nature. En Mouvement, c’est une balade sans artifice. Le vent dans les arbres, le craquement des feuilles, le rythme de la marche et une conversation sincère avec des invités inspirants pour...

Presence, compassion, and practical wisdom for modern lifeMindfulness in Action is a live radio show and podcast exploring how mindfulness, compassion, and self-awareness apply to real life. Through conversations with leaders, educators, and change-makers, it offers practical wisdom for work, relationships, uncertainty, and growth—inviting listeners to slow down, reconnect, and turn presence into meaningful everyday action.Mindfulness in Action is broadcast live Fridays at 11AM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (...

In this important book, an eminent authority presents a new perspective on affirmative action, investigating its actual consequences in the United States and in other countries where it has been in effect. Evaluating his empirical data, Thomas Sowell concludes that race preference programs worldwide have not met expectations and have often produced the opposite of what was originally intended.

"Action, Mand! Rockerliv i Danmark" er den samfundsorienterede fortælling om rockerfænomenet. Bogen går tæt på livet i det danske rockermiljø med fokus på rockernes aktiviteter og selvopfattelse, og hvordan miljøet fungerer i det danske samfund. Henrik Krüger er en dansk forfatter, der fik sin bogdebut med værket ”Action, mand! Rockerliv i Danmark” i 1976.

FIL ROUGE FEMMES ET MEDIA : Une femme – un homme, l’égalité en action à deux voix Bienvenue dans le podcast du Fil Rouge, Femmes et média. Un espace où les voix se croisent, où les expériences se partagent, et où l’égalité prend vie. Dans chaque épisode, une femme et un homme échangent à deux voix sur les défis, les avancées, et les réalités concrètes de l’égalité. Des histoires inspirantes, des parcours uniques, des dialogues authentiques pour comprendre comment, ensemble, nous pouvons faire avancer l’égalité dans nos vies, nos entreprises, et notre société...

In AI for Good: Applications in Sustainability, Humanitarian Action, and Health, a team of veteran Microsoft AI researchers delivers an insightful and fascinating discussion of how one of the world's most recognizable software companies is tackling intractable social problems with the power of artificial intelligence (AI). In the book, you'll see real in-the-field examples of researchers using AI with replicable methods and reusable AI code to inspire your own uses.

Welcome to The Action Loop – your go-to podcast for dynamic talks, motivational stories, and lessons from everyday challenges. Each episode explores courage, decision-making, and personal growth, bringing you actionable insights and inspiring stories. Whether you’re seeking motivation, tips to overcome hesitation, or simple strategies for everyday wins, The Action Loop will guide you to take action and live fearlessly. Tune in, get inspired, and join the loop of action!

Welcome to the HOPE in Action podcast series by the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE). In this series, we go beyond the data to share authentic stories of healing, policy transformation, and community resilience. Join us as we speak with leaders, artists, and advocates who are putting hope into action to build a more equitable society.

'A blast' - Ian Rankin 'A joyous celebration of 80s action cinema' - Robbie Collin, Telegraph From the editor of Empire magazine, this is the behind-the-scenes story of the golden age of the action movie, the stars who ruled 80s and 90s Hollywood and the beloved films – from Die Hard to The...

Welcome to 'Spooky Action at a Distance,' a weekly podcast where we chart the mysterious spaces between the mundane and mystical. From ghostly tales to UFO narratives, music phenomena to divine conundrums, our exploration rooted in para-psychology challenges conventional wisdom, ignites thought-provoking dialogues, and illuminates the enigmatic threads of existence. Guided by seasoned hosts, we venture into the labyrinth of the extraordinary, investigating each peculiarity from varied perspectives. Tune in, open your mind, and join us on this captivating quest, traversing the spectral ...

The Jewish Action Podcast digs deeper into our stories, uncovering ideas and people that shape Orthodox life and why they matter today.

Authors After Action is a conversation-driven podcast that explores the stories behind the stories. Each episode features thoughtful discussions with authors about what led them to write, the experiences that shaped their work, and the deeper purpose behind their books. Rather than focusing on writing techniques or publishing advice, the show centers on lived experience, reflection, and the motivations that turn life into story. These conversations explore meaning, memory, resilience, and the responsibility of telling stories that matter. Authors After Action is for listeners who care about ...

Rising Action Potential is a limited-series hip-hop memoir told in three Acts. Each Episode is a twenty-five-minute story woven together through original songs and spoken narrative. Together, they trace the journey of Andrew the Anomalous One — a father, survivor, and strategist rebuilding his life through truth, discipline, and intention. This is a record of transformation: pain turned into power, memory turned into method, and collective truth carried forward as a blueprint for resistance. www.AnomalousRapArchive.com

From Wall Street Journal columnist and Manhattan Institute senior fellow Jason L. Riley, a contrarian argument that racial preferences have done more harm than good for black Americans After the Supreme Court ruled in 2023 that the use of race in college admissions was unconstitutional, many...

Akademikere i aksjon?! er en ny serie med nettarrangementer og podkaster som utforsker forholdet mellom akademia og klimaaktivisme i Norges særegne petrostatskontekst. Hver måned inviterer vi forskere, studenter og aktivister til samtaler om hvordan akademisk kunnskap, personlig motivasjon og samfunnsengasjement møtes i kampen for en rettferdig klimaframtid. De digitale arrangementene er åpne for alle akademikere i Norge og gir rom for dialog og utveksling på tvers av faggrenser. Opptakene fra møtene publiseres som podkast, slik at innsikten også er tilgjengelig for dem som ikke kan ...

地球温暖化や気候変動を防ぐために、身近なところからはじめてみませんか。パートナ企業と宇都宮大学髙橋若菜研究室、NPO法人エコロジーオンライン、そして、RADIO BERRYは、みなさんといっしょにカーボンニュートラル行動に取り組みます。後援：栃木県環境森林部気候変動対策課

"Citizen Kane does Adventureland." —The Washington Post The outlandish, hilarious, terrifying, and almost impossible-to-believe story of the legendary, dangerous amusement park where millions were entertained and almost as many bruises were sustained, told through the eyes of the founder's...

Voices in Action is a new podcast from The National Lottery Community Fund, co-produced with Be the change. Media Network. Each episode spotlights the incredible young people leading change in their communities, from local campaigns to national movements, and explores what youth social action really looks like across the UK. Through powerful conversations, authentic stories, and practical advice, we’re celebrating changemakers and inspiring others to grab the mic and shape the future. Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk ...