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Navigating the Seas with Admiral Lisa Franchetti, Chief of Naval Operations of the U.S. Navy

Smart Women, Smart Power - April 24, 2024 16:08 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
Admiral Franchetti sits down with Dr. Kathleen McInnis, Director of the Smart Women, Smart Power Initiative, for a discussion on the U.S. Navy’s priorities as they operate far forward, around the world and around the clock, from seabed to space, in cyberspace, and in the information environment t...

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E17: Frosty mornings, Spring temperature swings

Weather Wise - April 24, 2024 09:00 - 16 minutes
Meteorologist Jake Grant joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek this week to talk about the rollercoaster temperature swings that are typical for spring-time on Delmarva. And frost can be a sneaky occurrence with clear skies this time of the year, so Jake and Rich discuss some best practices of ...

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E16: Totality, sea breezes, and severe weather recap

Weather Wise - April 17, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes
Meteorologist Erich Ahlf joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek this week as they recap the round of severe storms that impacted parts of the area Monday. They discuss how early spring sea breezes on the Atlantic side of Delmarva can trigger significant temperature drops in short periods of time...

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Ashley Tamar Davis is a Grammy nominated Singer, Songwriter, Actress, Educator, Mentor and Entrepreneur. And her life was forever changed by Prince. This is her story.

How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson. - April 12, 2024 17:39 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
INTRO - Just coming back in late from London, and Houston... 3mins - the elevator pitch on Tamar, '...how would you describe yourself?' 4mins30s - Finding your tribe online 5mins - Tamar's passion as an educator 7mins - Were your parents or your family musical? Where did you inherit your tal...

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The Political Pressure Behind Scotland on the Ballot

Smart Women, Smart Power - April 10, 2024 14:24 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
In 2014, the United Kingdom almost came undone. Advocates for Scottish independence were finally granted a referendum, and the future of Scotland’s political arrangements was in the hands of the Scottish people. On this episode of Smart Women, Smart Power, Dame Louise Richardson, the president of...

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E15: Recapping the Solar Eclipse

Weather Wise - April 10, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes
Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap the Solar Eclipse, including how the weather differed across the country and how visible it was here on Delmarva. They also take a look at the upcoming weather pattern and what it may signal for the area heading through the rest...

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Building Trust in Nuclear Diplomacy

Smart Women, Smart Power - April 03, 2024 13:40 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
Nuclear strategy remains a priority for the United States. In this episode, host Dr. Kathleen McInnis speaks with CSIS Senior Adviser (Non-resident) to the Project on Nuclear Issues and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear and Missile Defense Policy, Elaine Bunn. Elaine's expe...

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E14: Solar eclipse and a look back at the Sussex county EF-3 tornado

Weather Wise - April 03, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes
One year ago on April 1st, the second strongest tornado on record in Delaware tore through northern parts of Sussex county. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the setup for the event and the uniqueness of the type of thunderstorms observed that day on Delmarva....

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In part 2 we field fan Qs to Owen, he reflects on Prince's demands in the early days, and working with other MPLS artists. Meeting fans on his recent book tour and his feeling on the Purple One's incredible legacy. Essential listening.

How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson. - March 29, 2024 09:40 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
INTRO 2mins - Fan Questions: what happened at the Rio in Las Vegas? 3mins30s - Early, and unreasonable demands from Prince. Mentors and moving on without malice... 6mins30s - What was it like managing other artists vs managing Prince? Working with Andre Cymone and Jesse Johnson. 9mins30s - W...

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In a World of Inequalities, Does Democracy Matter?

Smart Women, Smart Power - March 27, 2024 14:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
On this episode of Smart Women, Smart Power, Dr. Helene Gayle, President of Spelman College and CSIS Trustee, joins Dr. Kathleen McInnis for a discussion on her approach to leadership after years in government, the nonprofit space, and the private sector, including CARE, the CDC, and USAID. Dr. G...

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E13: Onshore flow and baseball opening day

Weather Wise - March 27, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes
Typical for the Mid-Atlantic in Spring, an onshore flow can turn what would otherwise be a sunny day into a gloomy scene. Meteorologist Jake Grant joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek this week to talk about the cloudy and cool setup that is shaping the current pattern across Delmarva. Even wi...

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The Government Clock is Ti(c)kTok-ing

Smart Women, Smart Power - March 22, 2024 17:35 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
Host Kathleen McInnis spoke with Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) about her whirlwind past couple of weeks. The pair discussed her recent trip to the Munich Security Conference, including the moment she found out about the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and her sponsorship...

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The Weaponization of the Dollar

Smart Women, Smart Power - March 20, 2024 13:10 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
For decades the U.S. Treasury Department has used the American dollar as a weapon to shape U.S. policy. However, in an era of rising authoritarian actors set out to undermine democracies, can the United States, and its currency, survive the latest threats? With over a decade of firsthand reportin...

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E12: This winter in the Northeast with Matt DiLoreto of WPTZ-TV

Weather Wise - March 20, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes
In this week's podcast, Meteorologist Erich Ahlf sits down with Matt DilLoreto, a meteorologist at WPTZ-TV Burlington, VT, to discuss the abnormally warm winter across the Northeast. Erich and Matt also take a look at the impact of geography and topography on local weather.

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A to Z on How to Run a Kids BJJ Program - Michael Phipps & Jordan Shipman (E40)

Blackbelt Business Podcast - March 19, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
Easton Training Center's Director of Kids Martial Arts, Jordan Shipman, and Director of Marketing, Michael Phipps, join Eliot to discuss how Easton run's our Kids Martial Arts programs and give some tips on what you could do to improve your kids Jiu Jitsu program. 

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As his first Manager, Owen Husney remembers Prince Rogers Nelson. "This was 1976. He was just a guy from North Minneapolis...he took the bus to my house, that's the Prince I loved."

How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson. - March 16, 2024 12:51 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
INTRO 2mins20s - Life experiences, in preparation for meeting Prince, working with stars and the need to avoid being a fan. 8mins - Is there anything you couldn't protect Prince from? No entourage, before the layers of fame and celebrity. 'He took the bus to my house...that's the Prince I love...

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Welcome to the U.S., EU Ambassador Neliupšienė!

Smart Women, Smart Power - March 13, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
On this episode of Smart Women, Smart Power, host Kathleen McInnis sat down with the new Ambassador of the European Union to the United States Jovita Neliupšienė. The pair discussed the war in Ukraine, including Ukraine's membership to the EU, plus her role in Lithuania facing economic coercion f...

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E11: Signs of Spring and looking ahead to the solar eclipse

Weather Wise - March 13, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes
After a considerably wet start to March, Delmarva is getting the chance to dry out with a stretch of nice and sunny weather. Meteorologist Jake Grant and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek talk about the change in pattern and how long we can expect the early Spring push to last. Rich and Jake also...

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E10: 4 storm systems in 8 days!

Weather Wise - March 06, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes
Although March came in like a lamb, that trend was merely a mirage. An accelerated storm track will bring 4 storm systems through the Mid- Atlantic over the course of 8 days. With a saturated ground, the prospect for flooding will increase as the active weather pattern represents signs of Spring...

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In part 2 of our interview with PhD candidate Casci Ritchie we discuss that Trench, punk periods, Prince becoming Prince, Lovesexy and a purple fashion legacy. Don't miss it.

How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson. - March 03, 2024 21:01 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
INTRO 2mins - The Dirty Mind era, the Prince persona begins to form, riding the New Wave...and that Trench Coat! 3mins - The 1979 period and working with costume designers... 7mins30s - The second punk period: Slave and the 1990s 10mins - Veils and Masking - the Exodus Has Begun... 11mins30...

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E9: Late February warm-up, looking ahead to March

Weather Wise - February 28, 2024 14:00 - 9 minutes
A late month temperature surge caps off a spring-like pattern that will bring heavy rain and some gusty winds to Delmarva, all before a strong cold front returns the area to chilly readings. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the setup for the active weather an...

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E8: Friday night's quick snow event, looking ahead to March

Weather Wise - February 21, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutes
Much of central and northern Delmarva received a quick shot of snow late Friday night, and if you weren't up early in the morning on Saturday you might not have seen any of it as it melted away after sunrise. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss how trends may be...

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We’re on a Winter Break!

Smart Women, Smart Power - February 21, 2024 05:00 - 18 seconds ★★★★ - 64 ratings
The Smart Women, Smart Power podcast is taking a winter break to refresh and recharge. We’ll be back in March!  

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Developing Skillful Martial Artists from the Ground + Up - Michael Phipps & Jordan Shipman (E39)

Blackbelt Business Podcast - February 19, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
Easton Training Center's Director of Kids Martial Arts, Jordan Shipman, and Director of Marketing, Michael Phipps, join Eliot to discuss how to build skillful students from day 1. As a martial arts academy owner or operator, the lifeblood of your academy will most likely be new students with lit...

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Casci Ritchie is a PhD candidate and associate lecturer studying Prince, fashion, and fandom at Northumbria University. So how did this come to be a life's work? Join us to find out more...just don't ask about the Chocolate Box inside Paisley Park.

How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson. - February 18, 2024 09:06 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
INTRO 2mins - First memories of Prince, and standing next to the TV...feeling the static from Gett Off! Listening to Prince's Hits cassette in the Green Mondeo. 4mins - Born in the year of Lovesexy! 5mins - When did you realise that Prince's work could become a lifetime pursuit? "First and fo...

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All About Defense Acquisition

Smart Women, Smart Power - February 14, 2024 15:32 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
Host Kathleen McInnis sat down with Melissa A. Johnson, an Acquisition Executive in the U.S. Special Operations Command, for a briefer on the process behind acquisition, technology, and logistics in the Special Operations Forces. Additionally, Melissa highlighted her role in setting up the Air Fo...

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E7: Quick coastal storm, looking ahead to the end of the month

Weather Wise - February 14, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes
A quick coastal storm brought a brush of snow to parts of Delmarva, but as Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about, a few factors kept the accumulating snow further north. Looking ahead to the rest of the month, Jake and Rich explore the variables that will shed ...

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Montenegro’s Path to NATO

Smart Women, Smart Power - February 07, 2024 14:03 - 19 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
Host Dr. Kathleen McInnis sat down with Dr. Evelyn Farkas, Executive Director of the McCain Institute and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia/Ukraine/Eurasia, for a conversation on the threat democracy is under. Additionally, the pair discussed the process behind Montenegro jo...

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E6: Solar spring, destructive weather out west

Weather Wise - February 07, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes
While the Mid-Atlantic region has been experiencing a consistent pattern of quiet weather, monsoon-like rains, flooding and hurricane force winds have been battering areas in the western US. Meteorologist Erich Ahlf and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek talk about the setup for these contrasting ...

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Making “Space”

Smart Women, Smart Power - January 31, 2024 14:28 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 64 ratings
Host Kathleen McInnis sat down with Maria Demaree, Vice President and General Manager of National Security Space at Lockheed Martin, for a discussion on the future of the space mission. Additionally, Maria discussed the balance between her rise to leadership and motherhood.

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