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The Good Works Podcast

The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

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The Good Works Podcast follows the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes as they discover new projects, people, nonprofits, and philanthropic efforts throughout this region in Upstate New York.
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Opinion Has It

Project Syndicate

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Opinion Has It by Project Syndicate features conversations with leading economists, policymakers, authors, and researchers on the world’s most pressing issues. Tune in for biweekly analyses and insights with our host Elmira Bayrasli, Foreign Policy Interrupted co-founder and Project Syndicate contributor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Menu

Monocle

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Our guide to the world of food, drink and entertaining, The Menu serves up interviews with the world’s most creative chefs, introduces the makers behind the scenes and the ingredients that will soon be landing on your restaurant table.
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Central Asia Inside/Out

Central Asia Inside/Out

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This podcast highlights the research of the Central European University students on historical, cultural, socio-political issues related to Central Asia. The project is based on two perspectives that stem from the backgrounds of two hosts: Elmira from Kazakhstan and Grace from the US. This ‘inside/out’ perspective will shed light on persistent assumptions about this region. Episodes will investigate different research approaches from the perspectives of local and external scholars, tradition ...
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Welcome to "Life, Lessons, and Legacy," the podcast where we delve into the stories that shape our lives and the lessons we carry forward. Each episode, we'll explore the triumphs, challenges, and pivotal moments that define who we are and who we aspire to become. From personal stories to enlightening conversations with guests from all walks of life, we'll uncover the wisdom, insights, and perspectives that illuminate the path to a meaningful existence.
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Hometown

Tola Marts

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An interview show exploring how where we live influences who we are. The host is Tola Marts, aerospace executive and municipal elected official. Tola lives in Issaquah, Washington with his wife Tracy. Theme music composed and recorded by Guy Ellis. More of Guy's stuff can be found at https://soundcloud.com/gu42.
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Landsploitation

Jo Guldi

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The LANDSPLOITATION Podcast hosts experimental video and audio documenting the social experience of the human landscape, including but not limited to the spaces of the built environment, vernacular architecture, proxemics, human interaction, and political boundaries. Submissions from independent scholars, photographers, and filmmakers are welcome. To submit, please insure that sound or video is hosted on a public server (such as archive.org) and email the link together with a brief descripti ...
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In Conversation with Art & Culture

Russian Art & Culture

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Since its inception in 2011, RUSSIAN ART + CULTURE has become the most popular and comprehensive international guide to the world of Russian art and culture. Our new podcast will feature even more creative conversations around tradition, fine art, education and more. Owned by art collector and professional Natasha Butterwick RUSSIAN ART + CULTURE features listings of the best selected events all over the world, exclusive interviews with the world-renowned professionals of the Russian cultura ...
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This week we sit down with Helena Puolakka and Saku Tuominen of Savoy in Helsinki to learn about their new publishing project. Also: we hear from chef Bleu Tshering Dorji, who is looking to bring Bhutanese cuisine to the world stage. Plus: Chiara Rimella explores the intertwined history of religion and food at Catarina Bistrot in Turin.…
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Send us a text Part II: In this episode of The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast, we continue to sit down with Ms. Nikisha Jones to explore the complexities of growing up in urban communities. Ms. Jones shares her experiences of overcoming the challenges of pursuing her dreams in an environment that often feels non-conducive to success. We also dis…
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We speak to restauranter David Carter about the inspiration behind his globally minded venues in London. Also on the programme: we learn more about the ethos of Berlin restaurant Kanaan, which was founded by an Israeli and a Palestinian. Plus: our in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, crowns her wine of the month.…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast, we sit down with Ms. Nikisha Jones to explore the complexities of growing up in urban communities. Ms. Jones shares her experiences of overcoming the challenges of pursuing her dreams in an environment that often feels non-conducive to success. We also discuss the crucial role…
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Dr. Yerkebulan Sairambay’s New Media and Political Participation in Russia and Kazakhstan (Rowman and Littlefield, 2023) confronts the sociological problem of the usage of new media (social media, the Internet, digital technologies, messaging applications) by young people in political participation. This book not only sheds light on the ways in whi…
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This month, we revisit a back-to-school conversation from 3 years ago. Randi and Sara are enjoying the last of summer vacation, but it's still important to check in on scholarship processes at the Foundation. Happy August!Av The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes
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This week, we meet Cynthia Shanmugalingam, the founder of Sri Lankan Tamil restaurant Rambutan in London’s Borough Market to find out how she brings her memories and voice to the kitchen. Also in the programme, Monocle’s Petri Burtsoff takes to the streets of Helsinki to sample some of the city’s best culinary offerings and we sit down with Amayès …
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Lithuania might not be the first place that you think of when it comes to gastronomic prowess but its ranking as number one on the World Happiness Index for under-thirties shows the country’s strength as a soft-power player. Here, Monocle’s Lily Austin heads to its capital, Vilnius, to get a taste of its burgeoning culinary scene.…
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Send us a text Part 2: In this episode of the Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast, we sit down with Mr. Chad Bowman, the Director of Urban Planning Development. Join us as Chad shares the pivotal moments that led him to his career choice, recounts his enriching experiences at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), and reflects on the joy…
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The specter of the “Godless” Soviet Union haunted the United States and continental Western Europe throughout the Cold War, but what did atheism mean in the Soviet Union? What was its relationship with religion? In her new book, A Sacred Space Is Never Empty: A History of Soviet Atheism, Dr. Victoria Smolkin explores how the Soviet state defined an…
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Russian Orientalism in a Global Context: Hybridity, Encounter, and Representation, 1740-1940 (Manchester UP, 2023) features new research on Russia's historic relationship with Asia and the ways it was mediated and represented in the fine, decorative and performing arts and architecture from the mid-eighteenth century to the first two decades of Sov…
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This week we look at how cooking can reconnect you with your culinary and family heritage. Author and cook Karla Zazueta tells us about the distinctiveness of northern Mexican cuisine and her memories of her childhood in Baja California. Plus, Monocle’s David Plaisant meets Marie Mitchell to gather ingredients for recipes from her highly personal c…
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Send us a text Part 1: In this episode of the Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast, we sit down with Mr. Chad Bowman, the Director of Urban Planning Development. Join us as Chad shares the pivotal moments that led him to his career choice, recounts his enriching experiences at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), and reflects on the joy…
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We speak to chef Theo Randall to learn about his new cookbook, ‘Verdura, which is dedicated to his penchant for Italian cuisine and cooking with vegetables and Monocle’s Copenhagen correspondent, Michael Booth, meets Nick Curtin and Camilla Hansen of recently reopened fine dining spot, Alouette. Plus: hospitality patron Kurt Zdesar talks to us abou…
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Send us a text Part 2: In this episode of Life Lessons and Legacy, we continue our exciting conversation with retired Air Force veteran James White Jr. reflects on his life’s path from high school and college to his distinguished military career and retirement. Listen as James offers a candid look at the milestones, challenges, and triumphs that de…
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With summer in full swing, we head to the Mediterranean and the Greek island of Sifnos to discover its gastronomic credentials. Also on programme: Monocle’s Milan correspondent, Ivan Carvalho, is in Palermo to meet Fabrizia Lanza to learn about her cooking school Anna Tasca Lanza. Plus: Cookbook author Yasmin Fahr dials in from Menorca to tell us a…
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Paradoxes of Migration in Tajikistan: Locating the Good Life (UCL Press, 2024) by Dr. Elena Borisova is the first ethnographic monograph on migration in Tajikistan, one of the most remittance-dependent countries in the world. Moving beyond economistic push-pull narratives about post-Soviet migration, it foregrounds the experiences of those who ‘sta…
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In today's episode, Fredrik Nygren and I sit down and talk about how to build a successful youth and junior organization. Fredrik, despite his age has had a lot of success and experience building strong programs and is now doing that in the small organization outside of Stockholm. We also talk a little about his time coaching William and Alexander …
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Send us a text Part 1: In this episode of Life Lessons and Legacy, retired Air Force veteran James White Jr. reflects on his life’s path from high school and college to his distinguished military career and retirement. Listen as James offers a candid look at the milestones, challenges, and triumphs that defined his journey, imparting wisdom and ins…
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We sit down with Andy Oliver and Mark Dobbie of Kolae in London to hear their take on southern Thai cooking. Elsewhere, our Copenhagen correspondent, Michael Booth, meets Safa Jemai, the woman dedicated to bringing authentic Tunisian spices to the Nordics. Plus: Monocle sub editor and in-house wine expert Chloé Lake picks her Wine of the Month.…
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In this episode, Randi goes solo to talk about the differences between 501c3, 501c4, and PAC organizations - and how or whether they are allowed to publicly discuss politics. In today's climate, there are very important distinctions to understand. And what can we all look forward to in the coming months?…
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Send us a text In this episode of "Life Lessons and Legacy," we are honored to sit down with Mrs. Elmira Henry, the acclaimed author of the newly released book Sweet Potato. Join us as Elmira shares the poignant and powerful story behind her memoir, which chronicles the life, times, and lessons of a young black girl growing up in Mississippi. Throu…
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Send us a text Join us for a special highlights episode of the Life Lessons and Legacy podcast as we revisit some of the most memorable moments from Season One. Relive the insightful conversations, inspirational stories, and powerful lessons that have made this season unforgettable. Whether you're a new listener or a longtime fan, this episode is t…
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Numerous Iron-Age nomadic alliances flourished along the 5000-mile Eurasian steppe route. From Crimea to the Mongolian grassland, nomadic image-making was rooted in metonymically conveyed zoomorphic designs, creating an alternative ecological reality. The nomadic elite nucleus embraced this elaborate image system to construct collective memory in r…
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This week, we switch on for a show dedicated to food on screen. We sit down with Lionel Boyce from hit Hulu television drama ‘The Bear’ to discuss how he channels the pace and perfectionism required in the kitchen and where acting and cooking intertwine. Also on the programme: we speak to acclaimed chef René Redzepi of Noma in Copenhagen and produc…
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New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, might not be the first place that you think of when you’re looking for a culinary escape – but its award-winning restaurants, booming coffee culture and focus on seasonal ingredients make it well worth a visit. Here, Monocle’s Flynn Symonds takes us on a tour of his hometown.…
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There’s no denying that Rome is a well-trodden and well-travelled culinary hotspot. From carbonara and cacio e pepe to gelato, you’ve probably tasted its famous delights. But even among the most touristy spots, family run eateries continue to supply authentic produce to its residents. Gabi di Vita, founder of Di Vita Experience, a tour company spec…
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Balihar Sanghera and Elmira Satybaldieva’s Rentier Capitalism and Its Discontents: Power, Morality and Resistance in Central Asia (Palgrave MacMillan, 2021) evaluates today’s economic political, social and ecological crises through the lens of rentier capitalism and countermovements in Central Asia. Over the last three decades, the rich and powerfu…
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Send us a text Let's Continue the Conversation...In this episode of "The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast," host Cedric D. Nelson welcomes Ms. Tonji Cromwell, a dynamic real estate agent and the inspiring founder of the nonprofit organization PLUM. Join us as we delve into Ms. Cromwell's dual passions for real estate and community service, explori…
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In this June episode of the Good Works Podcast, Randi and Sara are meeting to talk about meetings; how to run them more effectively, cancel them when necessary, and when the meeting could have been an email. Plus there are lots of fun things to look forward to this summer!Av The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes
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Send us a text In this episode of "The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast," host Cedric D. Nelson welcomes Ms. Tonji Cromwell, a dynamic real estate agent and the inspiring founder of the nonprofit organization PLUM. Join us as we delve into Ms. Cromwell's dual passions for real estate and community service, exploring how she seamlessly blends her p…
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This week we sit down with Abby Lee, head chef and founder of Mambow in East London which champions the fiery food of Malaysia. Also on the programme, we raise a glass of bubbly with Dan Roznov at his Champagne & Friends event in Zürich and we grab a seat at New York restaurant, L’abeille, which brings together Japanese and French cuisine.…
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Send us a text Part II: Continue joining host Cedric D. Nelson on "The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast" as he sits down with Dr. Kendrick Bailey, a distinguished professional counselor, for an enlightening conversation on personal growth. In this episode, "The Path to Personal Growth with Dr. Kendrick Bailey," we explore the profound insights and…
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