Russia’s Foreign Policy Today (2515)
Russia's foreign policy is the focus of today's episode with expert knowledge in the field on this timely topic.
Russia and the United States – From a Cold War to a Hot Peace (2514)
This is a critical time in the relationship between the U.S. and Russia. Our guests are key experts in Russia and geo-politics.
Texas School Finance and Quality (2516)
What does Texas need to do to create and put in place an education funding system that puts students first?
Re-Air: Nonprofits Today: Are They At Risk? (2501)
Joining host Dennis McCuistion are: Brent E. Christopher: President Children's' Medical Foundation, David J. Scullin: President and CEO, Communities Foundation of Texas, and Tammy Richards: CEO, Volunteer Now L to R: Brent E. Christopher, David J. Scullin, & Tammy Richards Nonprofits are under fire and not just because of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law in December. Texas is a very philanthropic state, however with a growing number of nonprofits, many of which have similar missions, there is more competition for the same dollars. Our experts are concerned about the new tax laws and how [...]
Ten Tips on Civil Dialogue
By Terry Paulson, PhD Free and open political discussions have always helped make America strong.Such dialogue is the fire that tests the metal of our convictions and the depth of our understanding. They aren’t to be avoided but harnessed in a way that risks influence without demonizing adversaries. In a free society, finding clarity is often as important as convincing others. Here are ten tips on how to disagree without being quite so disagreeable: 1. Manners are the lubricating oil of good political discussions. Never underestimate the power of a ready smile, simple courtesy and civility. Your courtesy may not be [...]
Re-Air: Relationships and Diversity in the Boardroom (2406)
Relationships and diversity of opinions and experience, skill and style is critical in a boardroom. Diversity today is more than diversity in gender and ethnicity.
Re-Air: Is the News Media the Enemy of the People?
President Trump has called the media the enemy of the people, routinely castigates them, and has referred to the media as the "opposition party" to his administration. The media has always been the whipping boy of the politician, this is not new. Journalists are supposed to ask questions, get answers from many different sources, and be the eyes and ears of the American people in their role as constitutional watchdog. Joining host Dennis McCuistion are: Dave Lieber: The Watchdog Investigative Columnist at the Dallas Morning News, and Contributor to National Society of Newspaper Columnists website where he wrote this article [...]
Re-Air: Is Free Speech on Campus an Oxymoron?
One of the purposes of a university is to expose people to different ideas argued with evidence and logic and augment the experience of students- with civility.
The Obesity Epidemic: Part Two (2510)
While we understand that eating healthy is critical, our daily choices are often not conducive to long term health benefits and our energy level. Today, almost 40% of adult Americans are obese as are 20% of children and adolescents ages 2-19. Join us to talk about how we can improve our health and well-being through what and how we eat.
The Obesity Epidemic: Part One (2509)
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 39.8% of American adults are obese, as are 18.5% of children and adolescents aged 2-19 years.