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Private foundations have been the dynamo of social change since their invention at the beginning of the last century. Yet just over 10 percent of the public knows they even exist; and for those who are aware of them, as well as even those who seek grants from them, their internal workings remain a complete mystery

Disrupting Peace explores why peace hasn’t worked, and how it still could. In each episode, Bridget Conley, research director at the World Peace Foundation, speaks with a researcher specializing in one obstacle to peace, and an activist who’s changing systems from the ground up. Together they explore what worked, what didn’t, and why we shouldn’t give up.

A podcast that sheds light on biosimilars and helps you better understand the role they play in your healthcare, now and in the future. The podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network and hosted by Zoe Rothblatt and Conner Mertens, both Patient Advocates and Community Outreach Managers at GHLF.

Award-winning podcast about the economic and political forces shaping our world, with Ayeisha Thomas-Smith and guests. Brought to you by the New Economics Foundation – the independent think tank and charity working to build a new economy that works for people and planet. Please note, the views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of the New Economics Foundation.

Topics explored in this dialogue include: how you can address the greatest challenge of our times, the role of the arts in deep ecology, how the shift from linear thinking to systems thinking in the sciences affects us now and in the future, understanding the complexity of living systems and life itself, why creativity is the driving force of evolution, what religion and deep ecology have in common, what's really behind the information age, and the mathematics of complexity.

Was America founded as a Christian Nation, or is that the most dangerous lie in modern American politics? Join Jim, an Army combat veteran who swore an oath to defend the Constitution, as he takes on the widespread propaganda of the Christian Nationalist movement. This isn't just an academic debate; for a soldier who swore to protect our republic, it's a matter of honor. Each episode of False Foundation deconstructs the historical myths, half-truths, and outright lies used to build the "False Foundation" of a theocratic America. Using primary sources and a soldier's eye for strategy, Jim ...

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

Looking for a beginner language course that fits into your busy lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? Michel Thomas's unique method is designed to overcome the frustrations usually faced by language learners.

In 1776, the United States of America was born from a document that declared all men created equal and free to choose who they serve in this world. What followed was a difficult fight against a monarchy, a fight that ended with the creation of a powerful country built on the tenets of freedom and equality. These documents are some of the foundational writings from the earliest days of the country that have shaped the United States government for centuries.

SnowAngel Foundation proponents Chauncey & Kelli Johnson lost their 5-year old daughter Elise due to a colliding snowboarder on Christmas Eve 2010. The snowboarder also died and Kelli suffered a Traumatic Brain injury, among other life altering injuries. As of 2024, Kelli is mostly recovered from the ordeal. To honor their daughter the Johnson's started the SnowAngel Foundation and a program titled "Ride Another Day" to encourage on-mountain safety. Please listen to this heartwarming episode and log on to www.snowangelfoundation.org for more.

Welcome to "The Foundation: A Parks People Podcast," presented by The National Association of Park Foundations. Join us as we delve into the world of parks and recreation, bringing you engaging conversations with influential individuals who have made a significant impact in this field.In each episode, we sit down with park advocates, community leaders, and experts who share their personal stories and insights, offering a unique perspective on the importance of parks and the role they play in our communities. From discussing innovative funding solutions to addressing challenges in distressed ...

In this engaging scholarly work, historian Wilhelm Ihne explores the fascinating early history of Rome, tracing its journey from legendary founders and kings to the establishment of the Republic and the dramatic invasion by the Gauls in 390 B.C. Ihne poignantly states, No great state known to history can be traced to such a small beginning as Rome. This book illustrates how Romes political institutions evolved through class conflict and compromise, ultimately shaping a state that, despite its modest beginnings, was destined to dominate the world. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.)

Welcome to Foundations of Power, the podcast that delves into the essential texts of Western political philosophy. Join us as we explore the ideas that have shaped societies, governance, and human rights throughout history. Each episode focuses on one of the top 10 foundational texts, unpacking its key concepts, historical context, and lasting impact.From Plato’s "Republic" to John Stuart Mill’s "On Liberty," we’ll engage with the thoughts of influential thinkers and how their ideas resonate in today’s political landscape. Our expert guests, including philosophers, political scientists...