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Show 469 Michael Medved talks to the author of The Complete Infidel's Guide to the Koran by Robert Spencer Book Description- Written in an extremely accessible style by bestselling author Robert Spencer, The Complete Infidel's Guide to the Koran is a fact-based but light-hearted look at the key elements, values, and beliefs in the Koran. From the Inside Flap- The Koran: It may be the most controversial book in the world. Some see it as a paean to peace, others call it a violent mandate for worldwide Islamic supremacy. How can one book lead to such dramatically different conclusions? New York Times bestselling author Robert Spencer reveals the truth in The Complete Infidel's Guide to the Koran: not many Westerners know what's in the Koran, since so few have actually read it -- even among the legions of politicians, diplomats, analysts, and editorial writers who vehemently insist that the Koran preaches tolerance. Now, Spencer unveils the mysteries lying behind this powerful book, guiding readers through the controversies surrounding the Koran's origins and its most contentious passages. Stripping out the obsolete debates, Spencer focuses on the Koran's decrees toward Jews, Christians, and other Infidels, explaining how they were viewed in Muhammad's time, what they've supposedly done wrong, and most important, what the Koran has in store for them. For all of Michael Medveds shows go to https://www.michaelmedved.com/site to listen live for free or $4.95 per month to download all of his podcasts.- Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

Show 469.5 60 Minutes tried to portray the Obama administration favorably. Attorney General Eric Holder said they had earmarked $200 million to the Medicare fraud division in the stimulus package. Two problems there. #1, the corruption appears too massive: But Tony, who has just begun serving his 12 year prison sentence, says there's no shortage of people in Miami waiting to take his place. Asked how many people in Miami were doing this, Tony said, I'd say at least 2,000 people. At least 2,000, 3,000 companies. He estimated that less than 5% of these companies were legitimate. And that's just Miami. #2: Government bureaucratic intervention will only encourage crooks to become more sophisticated while punishing legitimate companies - and increase the bureaucracy - by forcing them to fill out endlessly more paperwork. Per MN Public Radio via Kaiser Health News: Medicare fraud is difficult to find and prosecute without whistleblowers, says MN federal prosecutor Gerald Wilhelm. 'Medicare cases are often what I call the death of a thousand ankle bites,' Wilhelm said. 'Every bad claim is a dollar, but there are a billion bad claims so it's a billion dollars, and so to look at all of those claims is impossible.' While some cases are obvious, many cases fall into a gray area that mean second-guessing a physician's decisions. But [t]he Medicare statute itself prohibits the government from interfering with the practice of medicine. Wilhelm said the question with Medicare is often whether a clinic billed the government for a more complex procedure than it performed or than the patient needed. He said it's like buying a Chevrolet and charging the government for a Cadillac. And as much as MSM would like to portray Obama as the 1st Enlightened One to attain the presidency, not so fast. Kim Brandt, Medicare's director of program integrity, told Kroft, [O]ur primary focus over the past years has been to tighten our enrollment standards to make it so it's much harder for people like that to be able to get in the program, and to be able to commit that kind of fraud. Well, that primary focus hasn't borne any antifraud fruit. Brandt added, Well, it really does come down to the size and scope of the Medicare program, and the resources that are dedicated to oversight and anti fraud work. And the size and scope of nationalized healthcare would only be Medicaid on steroids.

Show 468 Dr. Roy Spencer speaks before the Young Americans Foundation Show Dr. Roy Spencer author of Climate Confusion: How Global Warming Hysteria Leads to Bad Science, Pandering Politicians and Misguided Policies that Hurt the Poor. 40 minutes. For graphs and diagrams visit Dr. Spencer's website at: http://www.drroyspencer.com/ The current frenzy over global warming has galvanized the public and cost taxpayers billons of dollars in federal expenditures for climate research. It has spawned Hollywood blockbusters and inspired major political movements. It has given a higher calling to celebrities and built a lucrative industry for scores of eager scientists. In short, ending climate change has become a national crusade. And yet, despite this dominant and sprawling campaign, the facts behind global warming remain as confounding as ever. In Climate Confusion, distinguished climatologist Dr. Roy Spencer observes that our obsession with global warming has only clouded the issue. Forsaking blindingly technical statistics and doomsday scenarios, Dr. Spencer explains in simple terms how the climate system really works, why man's role in global warming is more myth than science, and how the global warming hype has corrupted Washington and the scientific community. The reasons, Spencer explains, are numerous: biases in governmental funding of scientific research, our misconceptions about science and basic economics, even our religious beliefs and worldviews. From Al Gore to Leonardo DiCaprio, the climate change industry has given a platform to leading figures from all walks of life, as pandering politicians, demagogues and biased scientists forge a self-interested movement whose proposed policy initiatives could ultimately devastate the economies of those developing countries they purport to aid. Climate Confusion is a much needed wake up call for all of us on planet earth. Dr. Spencer's clear-eyed approach, combined with his sharp wit and intellect, brings transparency and levity to the issue of global warming as he takes on wrong-headed attitudes and misguided beliefs that have led to our state of panic. Climate Confusion lifts the shroud of mystery that has hovered here for far too long and offers an end to this frenzy of misinformation in our lives. From the Author- I wrote Climate Confusion for several reasons. In contrast to other works, I wanted it to be an entertaining and easily understood primer on how weather and climate works, showing why manmade global warming is unlikely to be a serious problem for humanity. Furthermore, I wanted to explore the political, philosophical, and religious underpinnings of beliefs in catastrophic global warming, helping the reader to better appreciate why scientific research in this area has become tainted and untrustworthy. Finally, and possibly most importantly, by using basic economic concepts I wanted to counter currently proposed policy solutions to global warming that will have devastating effects on the world's poor. For all podcasts of the Young American Foundation visit http://www.townhall.com/TalkRadio/Show.aspx?RadioShowID=22 Click here to start your free subscription to the American Conservative University newsletter http://kb.feedblitz.com/f/f.fbz?Sub=278205 We will send you notice each week about our new shows. American Conservative University on Youtube http://www.youtube.com/acu59 Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

The USC Center on Public Diplomacy and the USC Center for International Studies were pleased to host Daniel Volman for a roundtable on AFRICOM, the Obama Administration and U.S. Military activities in Africa. Daniel Volman is director of the African Security Research Project in Washington, DC. Listen to this event | download .mp3 (47MB) | iTunes podcast About Daniel Volman Daniel Volman is the Director of the African Security Research Project in Washington, DC, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Association of Concerned Africa Scholars. He is a specialist on U.S. security policy toward Africa, U.S. military activities in Africa, and the growing military involvement of China, India, and Russia on the continent.

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The USC Center on Public Diplomacy was pleased to host CPD 2009 Research Fellow, Daryl Copeland, for a book talk on his recent publication, Guerrilla Diplomacy: Rethinking International Diplomacy. Guerrilla Diplomacy offers both a call to action and an alternative approach to understanding contemporary international relations. Listen to this event | download .mp3 (34 MB) About Guerrilla Diplomacy Daryl Copeland charts the course for a new kind of diplomacy, one in tune with the demands of today s interconnected, technology driven world. Eschewing platitudes and broadly rethinking issues of security and development, Copeland provides the tools needed to frame and manage issues ranging from climate change to pandemic disease to asymmetrical conflict and weapons of mass destruction. The essential keystone of his approach is the modern diplomat, able to nimbly engage with a plethora of new international actors and happier mixing with the population than mingling with colleagues inside embassy walls. About Daryl Copeland Daryl Copeland is a 2009 research fellow at the University of Southern California's Center on Public Diplomacy and senior fellow at the University of Toronto's Munk Centre for International Studies. In 1981-2009 he served as a Canadian diplomat, with postings in Thailand, Ethiopia, New Zealand, and Malaysia, and in 1996-1999 was national program director with the Canadian Institute of International Affairs.

Show 459 The History of Ronald Reagan 3 of 3. Medved presents the history of President Ronald Reagan. Audio MP3 Show 459 Michael Medved presents the history of President Ronald Reagan. Part 3 of 3 For all of Michael Medveds shows go to https://www.michaelmedved.com/site to listen live for free or $4.95 per month to download all of his podcasts.- Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

Show 458 Michael Medved presents the history of Ronald Reagan. 2 of 3 For all of Michael Medveds shows go to https://www.michaelmedved.com/site to listen live for free or $4.95 per month to download all of his podcasts.- Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

Show 457 Michael Medved presents the history of President Ronald Reagan. 1 of 3 For all of Michael Medveds shows go to https://www.michaelmedved.com/site to listen live for free or $4.95 per month to download all of his podcasts.- Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

Presentation for EC&I 831: Social Media and Open Education by Geprge Siemens, September 29, 2009. More details about the presentation and course at: http://eci831.wikispaces.com/09-29-09

Sarah Chayes discusses the future of Afghanistan. The Taliban regime was driven from power in Afghanistan in 2001, but the nation and the international community now face new problems: a devastated economy, the return of millions of refugees, drug trafficking, and a plague of corruption and violence. In addition, the fledgling government is struggling to unify and rebuild their nation and to define its future. Drawing upon her experiences living and working in the war-torn country as well as her unparalleled access to President Karzai's family, tribal leaders, and US military officials, Sarah Chayes offers a unique view of Afghanistan's modern history and the challenges ahead. Robin Young, host of WBUR's Here and Now, moderates this event.

Show 456 Dennis Prager talks to Ishmael Jones, former Deep Cover agent for the CIA. (Ishmael Jones is a pseudonym). His book is The Human Factor: Inside the CIA's Dysfunctional Intelligence Cultureâ The former head of Greenpeace admits that the organization's statements about melting polar ice cap were fabricatedâ Pakistanis still hate Americans, even after the election of President Obama. Book Synopsis- After spending decades as an agent to the CIA, Ishmael Jones unravels the blunders and grave mistakes the US has made over the years. Jones conveys a true feel for the facts of real clandestine work. He tells his story straight, with dry wit, and takes personal blame where blame is due. Recently leaving the CIA to write this memoir, and with additional edits to conceal identities, the CIA has approved its publication. Biography- Ishmael Jones was born in the United States and raised in the Middle East, East Asia, and East Africa. He attended universities in the US and served as an officer in the US Marine Corps. In the late 1980s he joined the Central Intelligence Agency, where he served as a deep cover officer focusing on human sources with access to intelligence on terrorism and weapons of mass destruction. His assignments included more than fifteen years of continuous overseas service in numerous exotic countries and several rogue nations. He resigned from the CIA in good standing. Ishmael Jones is a pseudonym, in accordance with laws that make it a felony to reveal the true names of deep cover officers. For commercial free archived shows visit Pragertopia-http://stores.dennisprager.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY http://krla870.townhall.com/ Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts Download Button- If you use Internet Explorer, please right-click on the Download image and select Save Target As. If you use Fire Fox, please review your browser settings: Tools Options Applications Content Type = Mp3 (etc). The Action should be set to Always Ask. If you have a Macintosh, please try holding down the Options key while you click the Download image.

http://SupremeMasterTV.com Supreme Master Ching Hai on the Environment: Animals Contribute to the Health of Our Planet - P5/5 Excerpts of Supreme Master Ching Hai's Lectures. Episode: 1052, Air Date: 1 August 2009.

Show 452 Michael Medved talks to an expert on Electromagnetic Pulse attacks. PETER VINCENT PRY, formerly with the CIA, is currently a professional military advisor to the U.S. House of Representatives on national security issues. For all of Michael Medveds shows go to https://www.michaelmedved.com/site to listen live for free or $4.95 per month to download all of his podcasts.- Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here to start your free subscription to the American Conservative University newsletter http://kb.feedblitz.com/f/f.fbz?Sub=278205 We will send you notice each week about our new shows. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

Show 451 Dennis Prager talks to Michael H. Stone MD a professor of clinical psychiatry at the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. His new book is The Anatomy of Evil. Dennis also talks to Senator Jim DeMint from South Carolina and chairman of the Senate Steering Committee. His new book is Saving Freedom. For commercial free archived shows visit Pragertopia http://stores.dennisprager.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY You can listen to Dennis from 9 a.m. to Noon (Pacific) Monday thru Friday, live on the Internet by clicking here. http://krla870.townhall.com/ Look up American Conservative University on Itunes. Click here to start your free subscription to the American Conservative University newsletter http://kb.feedblitz.com/f/f.fbz?Sub=278205 We will send you notice each week about our new shows. Click here for all ACU Podcasts http://acu.libsyn.com/index.php?post_category=Click%20here%20for%20all%20podcasts Please email our site to your friends and contacts If you have enjoyed this show please forward it on to your friends and contacts. To download this show, right click the direct download file below and select Save target as... and save the file on your computer. Mac users should hold down the control key when clicking to get the Save as... option.

The first in a series of Gifford Lectures by Prof Diana Eck. Recorded April and May 2009 at The University of Edinburgh. In 1893, the World's Parliament of Religions in Chicago convened under the banner of universalism. How do pluralism and globalism today stand in contrast to the spirit of universalism, and signal a new reality? While the phenomenon of globalization clearly relates to economics and politics, to environmental and security concerns, how has it altered our religious consciousness, our religious life? What ethical questions are at the forefront of globalization? How have immigrants created new kinds of diasporas? How has the Internet destabilized borders of all kinds, including religious and national borders?

On February 18, 2009UNU-ONY interview Professor Tom Farer Dean, Josef Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver.