Solutions to Violence features Thomas H. (Ben) Suitt, III. Ben Suitt is a graduate of Boston University and the author of “Finding Resonance amid Trauma.” Dr. Suitt is the author of Narratives of Trauma and Moral Agency Among Christian Post-9/11 Veterans (Springer Nature Switzerland Publishing, 2023) and Finding Resonance Amid Trauma: Moral Injury and the Role of Religion Among Christian Post-9/11 U.S. Veterans (2021). A graduate of Boston University, Dr. Suitt’s research investigates the role of religion in the lives of U.S. military veterans as they navigate between competing identities and cultures amid the disruptive experiences of war and trauma. His current research places religion in conversation with military ethics and the use of force, moral injury, sociology of morality, and Christian moral thought. Suitt resides with his family in Franklin, TN where he teaches English at Franklin Road Academy.

Solutions To Violence | Dr. Ben Suitt | Finding Resonance Amid Trauma | 6-22-23

A talk with African American entrepreneur and financial planner and adviser Jimmy Ray of Jimmy Ray Financial Services.  We discuss the challenges and opportunities of self-employment as well as the differences between small and big business and national corporations versus small, local businesses.  Small, local businesses are interested in their communities and getting to know their customers.......probably more so than their larger rivals.  A little more about Jimmy Ray........

Jimmy Ray is an esteemed professional with more than 15 years experience working in the sales and service industry. Jimmy is most recognized for his career in the financial services industry, where he started as a personal life insurance agent before gaining experience in banking, investments and ultimately becoming a financial advisor. Over the years, Jimmy Ray provided financial coaching, advice and guidance to over 3,000 people, working for some of the biggest names in the industry and has built a reputation for fiduciary excellence by demonstrating his commitment towards putting the needs of others above all else. 

Currently Jimmy Ray is building out his own independent advisory practice, 'Jimmy Ray Financial' in partnership with CORE Planning; a move inspired by Jimmy's passion for providing equitable access to high end financial planning services, investment options, and tax strategies. 

When not helping others win with their money, you can find Jimmy enjoying time with his family or engaging in volunteerism. Jimmy Ray is also a resourceful traveler, having visited nearly every state in the country except Alaska before the age of 35.

Learn more about Jimmy Ray by visiting: Jimmy Ray at CORE Planning,
and
Calendar Link/Book an appointment - https://calendly.com/jimmyrayfinancial
LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmyray3/

Economic Impact | Episode 26 | Jimmy Ray of Jimmy Ray Financial Services | 2-12-24

Researchers have identified seven lifestyle factors that are most correlated with depression.  We review them on this show!  And did you know that the official state 'mineral' in Kentucky (coal) is actually a 'rock', and the official state 'rock' (agate) is actually a 'mineral'?  Hear about the move in the KY Legislature to fix this geological error.  Finally, hear about the 2023 Ig Nobel Prize ceremony which humorously celebrates out-of-the-ordinary research.

‘Bench Talk: The Week in Science’ is a weekly program that airs on WFMP Louisville FORward Radio 106.5 FM (forwardradio.org) every Monday at 7:30 pm, Tuesday at 11:30 am, and Wednesday at 7:30 am. 

Visit our Facebook page for links to the articles discussed in this episode: https://www.facebook.com/pg/BenchTalkRadio/posts/?ref=page_internal 

Many thanks to Kentucky Educational Television for permission to rebroadcast a portion of their Feb. 22, 2024 episode of 'Kentucky Edition' with Renee Shaw:  https://ket.org/program/kentucky-edition/state-rock/

Many thanks to the Ig Nobel Prize folks for permission to rebroadcast part of their 2023 ceremony:  https://improbable.com/ig/2023-ceremony/#Ig-Ceremony-2023

Bench Talk | Depression & Lifestyle - State Rock & Mineral - Ig Nobel Awards | March 11, 2024

A talk with David Melton who is an advocate for Kentucky state employee pension reform.  He discusses what has gone wrong with the pension system this century and how chronically underfunded it is.  Please listen to this interesting and informative discussion.
NOTE: In this audio, a PowerPoint Presentation is discussed.  Unfortunately I am unable to post it here on SoundCloud.com, but please write me at lambertthomas@hotmail.com, and I can send you a copy.  Thanks!

Economic Impact | Episode 28 | David Melton | Ky State Pension Problems | 4-15-24

A discussion of the economic impact of Derby Week on the Louisville Metro Area and what it means for jobs, payroll, sales revenues, and tax revenues.

Economic Impact | Special Episode: The Economic Impact Of Derby Week

This week's program is truly unique - an act of street theater followed by community conversation about the greatest crisis facing humanity - global climate chaos. This week, we bring you edited highlights from "An Enemy of The People: Extinction Rebellion," a performance and dialogue that took over Times Square in New York City on a bustling Wednesday afternoon, June 12th, 2024. Listen in as Bill Murray and many other great actors perform a reading of portions of the great 1882 play by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, followed by community conversation. This event was organized by Theater of War Productions; Extinction Rebellion; Scientists Rebellion; Green Faith; The People's Senate; Climate Café; and Billion Oyster Project!

Watch a full recording of the event at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB-aoMuTDVQ

On Truth to Power each week, we gather people from around the community to discuss the state of the world, the nation, the state, and the city! It's a community conversation like you won't hear anywhere else!

Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://forwardradio.org

Truth To Power | An Enemy of The People: Extinction Rebellion | Bill Murray et al | 6-14-24

A discussion with Dr. Karl Besel of St. Joseph University on his paper "Racial Justice in the Nonprofit Sector: Addressing Nonprofit Sustainability in Diverse Communities."  Interesting findings for nonprofits at the local level.

Economic Impact | Episode 37 | Dr. Karl Besel | Racial Justice in the Nonprofit Sector | 8-12-24

It’s Sustainability Week at the University of Louisville, and on this week’s program, your host, Justin Mog, is in conversation with UofL Class of 2027 ASL Interpreting Studies Major, Katelyn Johnston! In high school, Katelyn co-founded the environmental non-profit Clean 4 Change KY, and the Post-Landfill Action Network (PLAN) recently named her as one of the Students Taking on Oil & Petrochemicals (STOP) Fellows for 2024-25!

The STOP Fellowship supports students in the Ohio River Valley, a region threatened by petrochemical build out, as they create campaigns & education in their campus communities. Students connect over shared experiences, receive one-on-one guidance from mentors in their area, and train up on facilitation and leadership skills.

Katelyn is a sophomore American Sign Language Interpreting Studies major at the University of Louisville. She is co-founder of an environmental nonprofit, Clean4ChangeKY, an organization that focuses on environmental justice and education in Kentucky. Learn more at https://clean4changeky.wixsite.com/home. 

This year's STOP Fellows include students from Ohio University, Virginia Tech, Centre College, Berea College, University of Louisville, Morehead State University, Bethany College, West Virginia State University, and Virginia State University. They are passionate community organizers, policy advocates, educators, researchers, club leaders, and more! Learn more at https://www.postlandfill.org/post/stop-fellows-24-25

As Katelyn reminded you, don’t forget to support her organization by participating in this Saturday’s Louisville Earth Walk
Saturday, October 26th, 9am, Shawnee Park
Everyone is invited to join in the 8th annual Louisville Earth Walk, a community celebration featuring a non-competitive walk. Join in support of a vision where every neighborhood has safe and clean water, air, and soil. Participants can celebrate our beautiful planet while raising both awareness and funds for the organizations in our city that work to protect and improve the quality of life for all. We invite participants to join us at 9 a.m. at Shawnee Park for a celebration and 3.7k walk. Proceeds will be distributed among the 10 environmental nonprofit organizing partners. They include Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, Clean4Change, Kentucky Conservation Committee, Kentucky Interfaith Power and Light, Kentucky Solar Energy Society, Louisville Grows, Louisville Sustainability Council, Passionist Earth & Spirit Center, OurEarthNow, and the West Jefferson County Community Task Force. Details and registration options available at https://LouisvilleEarthWalk.org.
 
As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW!

Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org

The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com

Sustainability Now! | Katelyn Johnston | UofL Student | STOP Fellow | Clean4ChangeKY | 10-21-24

In this interview, Dr. Cynthia Ganote, Founder and CEO of Ganote Consulting, offers tips on small steps we can all take to bring more kindness and inclusion into our personal and work lives, especially as it relates to the troubled times we are living in.

Election Connection | Dr. Cynthia Ganote | Creating more inclusive spaces | 12-3-24

A conversation with Dr. John Komlos, Professor Emeritus of the University of Munich, who has edited and contributed to the book, Neoliberal Economic Policy and The Rise of Right-Wing Populism in which I have written a chapter.  Dr. Komlos discusses how past economic policies have given rise to working class discontent and the rise of far-right ideas and policies.  This book has a message and warning about the future of US democracy.  It has recently been published, and for more information on it, here is the publisher's site for the book:
https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-74979-7

Economic Impact | Episode 46 | Neoliberal Economic Policy And The Rise Of Right - Wing Populism

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Sustainability Now! | Katelyn Johnston | UofL Student | STOP Fellow | Clean4ChangeKY | 10-21-24

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