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“We (U.S.) are still running a system of public education that is built for a different economic era.” - Dr. Justin Bathon Another Quick Clip, with Dr. Justin Bathon sharing his opinion on the overall job the US is doing in helping to ready kids for what’s ahead and in solving future challenges. Is the “factory-model” of education still in use at your schools? If yes, is it past time to reconsider...

Quick Clip, as Dr. Justin Bathon, provides a compelling argument for why investing in education technology might just be worth the time, money and effort. Take one minute to listen and you decide. Dr. Bathon is from the University of Kentucky, Department of Educational Leadership Studies, and has invested years on improving education in Kentucky, and elsewhere.

Genius Hour, Passion Project, 20% Time, ... Whatever the name, a good many in education have adopted this program to improve education. Dr. Justin Bathon, from the University of Kentucky, provides details on the program, along with notable benefits. Don't have time for the entire episode? Quick Clips save the day!

Forget about today’s social studies test. How is the U.S. doing on preparing our kids for the future? Dr. Justin Bathon, from the University of Kentucky, visited the show to discuss successes and missteps in education technology, the importance of deeper learning, the rise of Genius Hour, and other thought-provoking topics. Ok, what are your thoughts? Dr. Bathon wraps up his visit by disclosing wh...

What goes on in the Information Technology universe of a major metro in the United States? Our guest, Mr. Gary Brantley, serves as Atlanta's CIO and serves many. Upon his arrival at his new post, Gary was challenged with leading Atlanta’s recovery from the ‘18 ransomware attack. Is your company, organization or department 100% protected and immune to the ransomware threat? In short, “No!” Gary cov...

What are you doing to get your points across? In this Quick Clip, Dr. Rodney Rohde, the Program Chair for the Clinical Lab Science Program at Texas State University, discusses how he, and a growing number of peers, are leveraging the power of social media to, “...globally share messages that will help others.”

Does your health literacy need a boost? Are you pro or con on vaccinations and are you doing your part to reduce the spread of disease and infections? Dr. Rodney Rohde, the Program Chair for the Clinical Lab Science Program at Texas State University, Professor in the College of Health Professions, and Associate Dean for Research for the College of Health Professions returned to share his opinions...

Another Quick Clip and more advice on how to prevent and deal with ransomware. Dr. Diana Burley is the executive director and chair of the Institute for Information Infrastructure Protection (I3P) and professor at The George Washington University (GW). Follow these tips and remember those backups!

Here is a Quick Clip with Dr. Diana Burley, discussing what is a must to-do in addressing cybersecurity. Dr. Burley is the executive director and chair of the Institute for Information Infrastructure Protection (I3P) and professor at The George Washington University (GW). Are you prepared?

How well do you understand cybersecurity and the ransomware threat? Dr. Diana Burley, the executive director and chair of the Institute for Information Infrastructure Protection (I3P) and professor at The George Washington University (GW), visited the show to address a myriad of topics on cybersecurity. Among them: * How you can protect your enterprise. * How is the US doing in preparing the I.T....

A final Quick Clip, from our visit with the author of After the Caliphate. Dr. Colin Clarke addresses the difficult question of how to combat terrorism. His response is both sobering and realistic. In addition, Dr. Clarke touches upon the "softer side" of terrorism and right-wing terrorism.

As he did three years ago, Dr. Colin Clarke, author of After the Caliphate, identifies who are some of the main terrorists threats. Counterrorism experts know who they are, but do you? A few on the list may surprise you.

Quick Clip with Dr. Colin Clarke detailing strategies, some new, some old, for addressing the terrorism threat. Dr. Clarke covers battling the “softer side” of terrorism, counterterrorism efforts, and technologies and tools in use.

Three years ago, Dr. Colin Clarke pointed to Pakistan as the primary terrorism threat. In this Quick Clip, Dr. Clarke discusses a number of current threats that everyone should keep an eye on. You may be surprised by who made the list.

Quick Clip with Dr. Colin Clarke, author of 'After the Caliphate' discussing the current and potential challenges added to terrorism issue with movement of people out of war zones and into the West.

Terrorists need financing for support. Dr. Colin Clarke recently visited the show to discuss terrorism. In this Quick Clip, Dr. Clarke addressed the latest successes and problems terrorist organizations are experiencing in funding their activities.

Dr. Colin Clarke, author of After the Caliphate, returned to 'The Big Bid Theory' to update you on a myriad of subjects surrounding terrorism. Along with discussing his latest book, Clarke delves into financing, impact of migrant populations, strategies and tools for combating terrorism, a list of prevailing threats currently, and more. A complex and broad problem. Government agencies in the Unite...

We have a level of understanding on why there's a homeless crisis in the U.S., and we know what is and isn't being done. Here's a Quick Clip, where Dr. Margot Kushel, from Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center and the Director of the UCSF Center for Vulnerable Populations, shares what is needed from government agencies.

In the United States, a lot is spent on the homeless for healthcare, the criminal justice system, non-profit support and others programs. Many suggest it’s cheaper to house a homeless person than to pay for those programs. Dr. Margot Kushel, from Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center and the Director of the UCSF Center for Vulnerable Populations, on addressing the homeless cr...

How does the U.S. homeless crisis impact the healthcare system and those in the medical community? Dr. Margot Kushel, from Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center and the Director of the UCSF Center for Vulnerable Populations, discusses her firsthand knowledge.

How extensive is the homeless crisis in the United States? Dr. Margot Kushel, from Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center and the Director of the UCSF Center for Vulnerable Populations, shared some facts and opinions on the problem.

As you listen to this episode, there are approximately 500,000 people who are homeless in the United States. As in, roughly half of the population for the state of Rhode Island! We wanted to know why and, as usual, we went right to ground zero for your expert. Dr. Margot Kushel, Director of the UCSF Center for Vulnerable Populations, is recognized as an authority on issues facing the homeless and,...

No time for the full episode? Here's a Quick Clip of our conversation with Brian Pallasch, Managing Director of Government Relations and Infrastructure Initiatives, from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Mr. Pallasch addresses a wide range of topics on this important subject. If you live and work anywhere in the United States, this is good information to hear, know, and discuss.

If you drive, fly, or drink water in the U.S., you’ll want to have a listen. What, if anything, is the U.S. doing to improve the D+ grade on infrastructure? Brian Pallasch, from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), helps us kickoff Season 5 by discussing the latest. Pallasch details why action is needed, what federal, state, and local governments are doing, options to pay for it, and mo...

Dr. Jon Keeley, a research ecologist with the U.S. Geological Survey and an adjunct professor at UCLA. Dr. Keeley touched on national fire policy and management, minimizing catastrophic fires, reducing fuels, and fire suppression policy. Two key quotes from Dr. Keeley: “In my mind, that’s the thing we should focus on the most, in areas where there’s high population is try and improve fire preventi...