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The Mayors is a podcast from Blueprint, powered by REEF, dedicated to hearing from, well, mayors—the people who lead our cities, who make the big decisions, who fight for progress in steps and leaps, who sometimes succeed and sometimes fail. We learn about why our guests chose to become mayors and how they got there; what keeps (or kept) them up at night while they work to make good cities great; and the issues, solutions, policies, and partnerships they view as critical to building better communities. In conversation with urbanists Richard Florida and Padden Murphy, we’ll ask and answer ...

New Haven, Indiana Mayor Steve McMichael invites local newsmakers to the WNHE 101.3fm studio to discuss things happening in and around New Haven

Known as The Mayor of Castro Street even before he was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Harvey Milk's personal life, public career, and final assassination reflect the dramatic emergence of the gay community as a political power in America. It is a story full of personal tragedies and political intrigues, assassinations at City Hall, massive riots in the streets, the miscarriage of justice, and the consolidation of gay power and gay hope.

En este libro, Iván D. Mayor narra su vida en Antioquia, un recorrido lleno de pasión, dedicación y logros que marcaron profundamente su camino y el de muchas personas en la región. Desde su llegada en 1973, cuando introdujo el Karate-do en Antioquia, hasta la fundación de la Liga de Karate-do de Antioquia, Iván comparte sus vivencias y desafíos en la construcción de un legado duradero. A lo largo de las páginas, el autor revela no solo los obstáculos que enfrentó, sino también las experiencias que lo formaron como maestro y líder.Las personas clave que lo acompañaron en su viaje...

The unforgettable account of Del Seymour, who overcame 18 years of homelessness and addiction to become one of the most respected advocates in San Francisco In Mayor of the Tenderloin, journalist Alison Owings slips behind the cold statistics and sensationalism surrounding San Francisco’s...

Amazons - fierce warrior women dwelling on the fringes of the known world - were the mythic archenemies of the ancient Greeks. Heracles and Achilles displayed their valor in duels with Amazon queens, and the Athenians reveled in their victory over a powerful Amazon army. In historical times, Cyrus of Persia, Alexander the Great, and the Roman general Pompey tangled with Amazons.

The first robot to walk the earth was a bronze giant called Talos. This wondrous machine was created not by MIT Robotics Lab, but by Hephaestus, the Greek god of invention, more than 2,500 years ago. In this groundbreaking account of the earliest expressions of the timeless impulse to create artificial life, Adrienne Mayor tells the fascinating story of how ancient Greek, Roman, Indian, and Chinese myths envisioned artificial life, automata, self-moving devices, and human enhancements - and how these visions relate to and reflect the ancient invention of real animated machines.

Adrienne Mayor is renowned for exploring the borders of history, science, archaeology, anthropology, and popular knowledge to find historical realities and scientific insights—glimmering, long-buried nuggets of truth—embedded in myth, legends, and folklore. Combing through ancient texts and obscure sources, she has spent decades prospecting for intriguing wonders and marvels, historical mysteries, diverting anecdotes, and hidden gems from antiquity, medieval, and modern times. Flying Snakes and Griffin Claws is a treasury of fifty of her most amazing and amusing discoveries.

Welcome to Mayors of Main Street—the podcast that delves into the heart of American communities by exploring the experiences and insights of some of the longest-serving mayors in the country. Hosted by Mayor Kristine Lott, this podcast brings you compelling stories of public service, community challenges, and the triumphs that define local leadership.Mayor Kristine Lott, the first woman to hold the mayoral office in Winooski, Vermont, is no stranger to community engagement and leadership. Her journey into local politics began in 2017 when she was appointed to the Housing Commission for ...

Creating a new system

It’s the people that make Rochester Hills, Michigan great. This podcast celebrates the ideas and perspectives, the creativity and passion, and the backgrounds and vocations of our people. It raises the awareness of the diversity of our neighbors, introduces us to new ways of thinking, and familiarizes us with those we didn't know, or didn’t know much about. It’s about investing time and getting to know people -- people who literally live right down the street. If you have questions or suggestions for future shows, email us at mayorsoffice@rochesterhills.org

The World's Mayor Experience: A Multimedia Platform Elevating Passion & Purpose in Communities Joshua T. Berglan, known as "The World's Mayor," is a transformative figure in media, entertainment, and advocacy. His accolades as a two-time international best-selling author, award-winning filmmaker, and talk show host have positioned him as a global influencer. "The World's Mayor Experience" is Joshua's latest brainchild, a multimedia platform that bridges divides and unites diverse communities. Through a variety of engaging content formats, including: Spoken Word: A heartfelt and unfiltered ...

Durante la pandemia del COVID-19 debido al encierro, las personas mayores se limitaron física y emocionalmente, causando sentimientos de abandono e impotencia por la falta de sociabilización. Las personas mayores son seres humanos que han pasado por muchas experiencias y etapas en sus vidas, nosotros como jóvenes interactuando con ellos podremos tener una amplia perspectiva del mundo que nos espera y si escuchamos podremos aprender de su vida, sus inquietudes, sus problemas y sus deseos. Prepárate para tu futuro con personas que han vivido todo... "Palabras Mayores, la voz de la ...

Los mayores nos necesitan, pero nosotros les necesitamos a ellos para comprender el pasado, vivir el presente y afrontar el futuro. Queremos escuchar su voz, porque tienen mucho que contarnos. Con Teresa Ausín (dirección), Hernando Bello (producción), Marta Doblas (realización), Jesús Álvarez, Amparo Fernández, Mariajosé Martínez, Patricia Orbaiceta, Belén Sarriá, Cristina Salinas. Colaboradores externos: Alicia Redel y Antonio Ruiz.

Way of the Ancient Healer provides an overview of the rich tradition of Filipino healing practices, discussing their origins, world influences, and role in daily life. The book combines years of historical research with detailed descriptions of the spiritual belief system that forms the foundation of these practices. Giving listeners a rare look at modern-day Filipino healing rituals, the book also includes personal examples from author Virgil Mayor Apostol's own experiences with shamanic healing and dream interpretation.

La radio sale a la calle para conocer lo que pasa en nuestro entorno más cercano para conocer las noticias, historias y personajes más destacados de nuestros barrios, pueblos y ciudades. Con Juan Carlos Acosta

September 2018, 26-year-old Shawn Sinisi landed at the Pittsburgh Airport after a late-night flight from Arizona. No one was there to pick him up — he was alone with a simple suitcase of belongings, having been abruptly kicked out of one of the top drug rehab facilities in the country. He was supposed to be recovering from an addiction that had consumed most of his young life. Instead, he hit the streets to score then walked into a McDonald’s bathroom and dialed a friend to talk him through his misery while he shot a needle into his arm. She remembers his voice trailing off. The dope ...

Mayor Kevin Brooks of Cleveland, Tennessee, shares the latest news and exciting developments happening all around the great City with Spirit!

📻 Magazine Plaza Mayor. ➡️ Informamos de la actualidad más cercana, tanto a nivel local, comarcal como regional. ➡️ Abordamos temas de interés para todos los vecinos, como la política, la economía, la sociedad, la cultura y el deporte. ➡️ También entrevistamos a protagonistas de la actualidad, con secciones de entretenimiento y consejos de distintos profesionales. 🎙️ Cristina Haya y Carlos Revuelta 🕐 De lunes a viernes, de 12:00 a 14:30 horas. 🕐 Los domingos de 11:30 a 12:00 horas.

"Nos Hacemos Mayores": El podcast que conecta, inspira y transforma vidas, crean impacto social. 🎙️👵👴 Un espacio para unir generaciones, mejorar la vida de las personas mayores y fomentar una comunidad más empática. En cada episodio, compartimos experiencias, consejos prácticos y reflexiones para inspirar cambios positivos. Si cuidas de alguien mayor o te interesa el impacto social, este es tu lugar. Únete a la conversación con #NosHacemosMayores o escríbenos a contacto@noshacemosmayores.com. 🎧 Escúchanos, compartenos y sé parte del cambio. ¡Construyamos juntos un futuro...