In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the impacts of Big Agriculture on health and nutrition. They also talk about the role of the government in combatting this, as well as education, consumer awareness, and more transparency from corporations.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the United States' national debt, the budget deficit, and why American politicians avoid the topic. They also discuss potential ways to address the debt, and how it compares to the debt of the average American.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn give an overview of domestic politics throughout the month, including the RNC, Trump picking Vance as his VP, Biden stepping down from the race, and Harris now being the likely Democratic nominee.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss Disability Pride Month and disability advocacy. They provide a brief overview of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, which the month celebrates, as well as how accommodations are now standard in modern life and benefit everyone. Together, the two share how individuals and communities could work together to create a better, more accessible future for all.

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Skylar Walta - ThinkTank Intern

Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

Trigger Warning: discussions of sexual abuse of children. Discretion is advised.

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the sexual abuse of children by members of the Catholic clergy. They discuss the history of the abuse, how widespread it is, issues within the Catholic institution, and the legal avenues victims have to get justice.

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Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest, Albert, discuss the recent art show GEC held in Los Angeles to support Kids Rainbow. Throughout the episode, they outline the lead-up to the event, the day of, and everything that was gained from the experience.

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Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the first Presidential debate between President Biden and former President Trump. They talk about the new debate style, key takeaways, and where both campaigns are likeheaded from here.

NOTE: this was recorded June 28th but uploaded July 3rd.

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Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter, Kathryn, and special guest, Ellie, discuss youth homelessness. They analyze what contributes to the issue, why it's so hard to quantify, why it's less visible than adult homelessness, issues in combatting it, and how it could be addressed.

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Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest, Skylar, discuss the ongoing civil war in Yemen. They outline the history of the conflict, the various actors, and attempts to resolve the conflict. They also touch on ways that the conflict could be ended in the future, actions the US could take, and ways that individuals could help to support those suffering in Yemen.

NOTE: the recording of this episode had some audio issues. While it has been fixed in-post as much as possible, it is still noticeable while listening. GEC: Important Talks apologizes for the issue and is working to ensure it will not happen in the future. We appreciate your understanding!

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the Supreme Court's recent affirmative action and student loan debt relief rulings.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. The presenters of the podcast and Global Education Connection are solely responsible for the content thereof. The publication of this podcast does not constitute or imply any endorsement by the podcast, its editors, or its publisher of the information contained herein. The presenters have made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented in this podcast. Still, they make no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. The presenters disclaim all liability for any damages arising from the use of this information. By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur. If you have any questions or concerns about the information presented in this podcast, please feel free to contact a qualified professional. This disclaimer is subject to change without notice. Carter Beck - Executive Director Kathryn Slotterback - Podcast Director Albert Lim - Marketing Director Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs Luke Black - Director John Hague - Marketing Intern Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest, Nader, discuss the devastating earthquakes that struck Syria and Turkiye in February 2023. From there, they outline the work that Kids Rainbow did to help those affected, the general work of Kids Rainbow, future plans, and how people can help support their cause.

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Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

Skylar Walta - ThinkTank Intern

Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss Biden's recent address to the UN General Assembly. They discuss the speech's three "main takeaways" and where it fell short.

Transcipt of Biden's speech: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/24/remarks-by-president-biden-before-the-79th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly-new-york-ny/

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Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

Alexis Scott - Social Media Intern

Jacob Weaver - ThinkTank Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest Mustafa, discuss Mustafa's experience as a war journalist while documenting the ongoing civil war in Syria. They go into deeper detail regarding the conflict itself and Mustafa's work with his non-profit organization in Turkiye, Kids Rainbow.

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Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

Skylar Walta - ThinkTank Intern

Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn introduce a new member of the GEC team: Patsy! Along with this, the three have a broad conversation around education equality in America, especially highlighting topics like standardized tests, teacher pay, and school voucher programs.

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Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn start a new series: Meet the Team! In the very first episode, the conversation focuses on Kathryn, her education, and her future plans, along with advice for college and high school students.

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Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest John, discuss the ongoing opioid epidemic in rural America, with special attention on the fentanyl crisis. They discuss the causes, current symptoms rural areas are experiencing, and potential ways to combat it.

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Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss artificial intelligence's potential uses in education. They also address the current issues and drawbacks surrounding AI.

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Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn continue the campaign for Autism Acceptance Month by focusing on support for autistic children in schools.

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Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

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Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

Andrea Nunez Guido - Events Coordinator and Social Media Intern

Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss autism and Autism Acceptance Month. This is the an intro episode for a month long campaign to highlight autism, the issues around getting diagnoses, and other crucial components to this discussion.

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Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

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Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

Andrea Nunez Guido - Events Coordinator and Social Media Intern

Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter discusses GEC's Think Tank publication. He describes articles that have already been published, as well as what people have to look forward to.

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Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

Andrea Nunez Guido - Events Coordinator and Social Media Intern

Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the Uyghurs and China's ongoing "reeducation" efforts that many are calling genocide or crimes against humanity. They provide a brief history of what's been happening, potential reasons why it's occurring, why it's so hard to get information on it, and how we can all do our part to challenge the Chinese government's actions and others' complicity.

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Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

Andrea Nunez Guido - Events Coordinator and Social Media Intern

Patsy Coleman - Social Media Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss Congress's current attempts to force the sale of TikTok or be banned in the US. They highlight the legal battle that will ensue, as well as the crucial role the TikTok plays in modern activism and the economy.

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John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the new rules Instagram is implementing for teen users. They highlight the pros and cons and whether these rules will be effective.

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Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - ThinkTank Intern

Nader Al Jarrah - SEO Engineer and Web Developer

Skylar Walta - ThinkTank Intern

Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

Alexis Scott - Social Media Intern

Jacob Weaver - ThinkTank Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with returning special guest, John, discuss lead pipes in America. They talk about the impacts on communities, why its such a hard problem to tackle, and potential remedies.

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John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss all things GEC. From its founding, to the work GEC is doing now and strives to accomplish in the future, the discussions works to highlight the importance of education and how we have a responsibility to help those in need.

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John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn have on special guest Greg Simakovski, a founder of Go Ukraina, to discuss his experience starting a nonprofit to provide aid and support to the people of Ukraine during Russia's invasion. Greg shares insights on the history behind the conflict, the work his organization is doing on the ground, and his hopes for Ukraine's future.

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https://www.goukraina.org/

https://www.acuo-4ua.org/

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Meet the Team:

Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss recent news, updates, and debates about the 2024 Presidential Election.

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Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest John, discuss homelessness in America, particularly highlighting rural homelessness and how we can substantially address the issue.

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Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the ongoing battle between Texas and the federal government over the border with Mexico and illegal immigration.

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Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Mitchell Hayman - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss NATO expansion with Sweden and the circumstances surrounding the delay of their admission.

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Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

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Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

Luke Black - Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the recent World Economic Forum and its impacts on the future.

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Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

Luke Black - Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn, along with special guest Albert, discuss their personal experiences with education and their opinions on the current systems and available forms of schooling.

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Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

- https://www.urban.org/research/publication/where-kids-went-nonpublic-schooling-and-demographic-change-during-pandemic

-https://www.statista.com/statistics/232917/number-of-homeschooled-students-in-the-us/

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Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

Luke Black - Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Kathryn gives an overview of the two main international courts, the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court, which includes the history of their establishment, their work, as well as some criticisms. She additionally touches on the current court case brought by South Africa against Israel in the ICJ over the ir actions in Gaza and the Genocide Convention.

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Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

Luke Black - Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the second Presidential debate. They graded both participants and explained what both did well and where they could have done better. Carter and Kathryn also highlight the difference in how the moderators acted between the two debates and how that, the questions, and answers shaped the night and the performances.

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Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Social Media Director

John Hague - ThinkTank Intern

Nader Al Jarrah - SEO Engineer and Web Developer

Skylar Walta - ThinkTank Intern

Eva Ponos - Social Media Intern

Alexis Scott - Social Media Intern

Jacob Weaver - ThinkTank Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss Trump's current legal battles regarding his ability to be on the ballot in the 2024 election as a result of the January 6th Insurrection and the Fourteenth Amendment.

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Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Luke Black - Director

Ellie Armstrong - Media Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the 28th Conference of Parties that occurred this past December, as well as climate change and energy policies.

Happy New Year!

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Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

Luke Black - Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the Houthi rebels in Yemen, their current actions in the Res Sea, as well as the international task forces recently created to address said actions and their impact on the region and global economy.

From the entire team at GEC we wish you all a very happy holidays!

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Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

Albert Lim - Marketing Director

Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

Luke Black - Director

John Hague - Marketing Intern

Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn provide an update on the war in Ukraine, as well as US aid to Ukraine and Ukraine's prospects of joining the European Union.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the recent Republican Debate.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss recent events in US politics, like the new Supreme Court ethics code and the continuing budget resolution.

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Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

- https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/11/13/biden-2024-reelection-challenges-strategy-00126776

- https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2023/11/14/government-shutdown-continuing-resolution-house-gop/71583692007/

- https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-bill-pass-government-shutdown-speaker-mike-johnson-rcna125008

- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/13/us/politics/supreme-court-ethics-code.html

- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/15/opinion/letters/supreme-court-ethics-code.html

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss how you can get involved in your local community and make change.

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Check out https://www.vote.org/ to learn more about how to check your voter registeration, register to vote, and to learn more about upcoming elections in your area!

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the recent Speaker of the House drama and what that means for Congress, President Biden, and the American people moving forward.

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Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/key-votes/156097/mike-johnson

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/mike-johnson-house-speaker-republican-nominee-what-know-rcna122114

https://www.npr.org/2023/10/31/1209670609/house-republicans-israel-funding-bill-irs

https://mikejohnson.house.gov/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/11/01/israel-aid-irs-gop/

https://www.npr.org/2020/10/21/926108447/in-races-final-days-biden-campaign-has-big-cash-advantage-over-trump-s

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/01/opinion/mike-johnson-israel-ukraine.html

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2023/11/02/mike-johnsons-first-week-as-speaker-takeaways-from-israel-to-santos/71393834007/

https://thehill.com/homenews/house/4289984-speaker-johnson-decision-on-biden-impeachment-articles-coming-very-soon/

https://thehill.com/homenews/house/4284225-house-deals-with-shutdown-threat-under-speaker-johnson-five-things-to-watch/

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the ongoing crisis in Haiti.

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Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

- https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/haiti/

- https://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article280921108.html

- https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/un-vote-foreign-police-mission-haiti-set-monday-2023-10-01/

- https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/we-live-in-misery-haitians-struggle-to-survive-as-country-spirals-in-chaos

- https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2023/country-chapters/haiti?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwnOipBhBQEiwACyGLuk53KK6qb-nq01nPvp9Ce4Y9AqpENCRJwqJIFSKjHWId_U2chkSSXRoCWd4QAvD_BwE

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss recent news, including the earthquakes in Afghanistan and Biden expanding the border wall.

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the DNC and RNC, comparing their strengths and weaknesses. They also discuss future moves by the two parties and common complaints surrounding the conventions, the election, the campaigns, and the candidates.

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NOTE: This episode was recorded on 10/12/2023. The situation has changed since then, so please check updated news sources for further information.

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In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the ongoing situation between Israel and Palestine.

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss President Biden's address to the United Nations General Assembly.

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Transcript of Biden's Speech: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2023/09/19/remarks-by-president-biden-before-the-78th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly-new-york-ny/

Video of Biden's Speech: https://gadebate.un.org/en/78/united-states-america

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Luke Black - Director

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Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss extreme heat and the effects it has on various things, like children and the environment.

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Content Warning: Sensitive topics such as grooming and pedophilia are mentioned. Proceed with caution! In this episode, Kathryn and special guest TJ discuss online fandom culture. Check out our coloring book: https://a.co/d/iiHwtMb Check out the textbook TJ mentioned!: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fxk_eYjTrbw0CAIahpZLuXedxBdQ2U84/view?usp=sharing The presenters of the podcast and Global Education Connection are solely responsible for the content thereof. The publication of this podcast does not constitute or imply any endorsement by the podcast, its editors, or its publisher of the information contained herein. The presenters have made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented in this podcast. Still, they make no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. The presenters disclaim all liability for any damages arising from the use of this information. By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur. If you have any questions or concerns about the information presented in this podcast, please feel free to contact a qualified professional. This disclaimer is subject to change without notice. Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director Albert Lim - Marketing Director Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs Luke Black - Director John Hague - Marketing Intern Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern