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In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss potential changes to military regulations and recruitment requirements and potential reasons the nation's trust in the military has been declining.   Resources/Research:Army Expects to Miss Its Recruiting Goal Again This Year by Steve Beynon. Published in Military.com website May 2, 2023 and available on  https://www.military.com/daily-news/2023/05/02/we-are-going-fall-short-army-will-miss-its-recruiting-goal-year.html/ampThe U.S. military has a politics problem by Olivier Knox with research by Caroline Anders. Published in The Washington Post website December 1, 2022 and available on  https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/12/01/us-military-has-politics-problem/How Many Times Has the US Officially Declared War? by Dave Roos. Published in History Channel website January 21, 2022 and available on  https://www.history.com/news/united-states-official-declarations-war Contradicting Biden, top generals say they recommended a small force stay in Afghanistan by Rebecca Shabad. Published in NBC News website September 28, 2021 and available on  https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/pentagon-leaders-austin-milley-face-questions-chaotic-afghanistan-withdrawal-n1280230Vice Chiefs Talk Recruiting Shortfalls, Readiness Issues by Jim Garamone. Published in Department of Defense website April 20, 2023 and available on  https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3369472/vice-chiefs-talk-recruiting-shortfalls-readiness-issuesWar and Sacrifice in the Post-9/11 Era: Chapter 5: the Public and the Military. Published in Pew Research Center website October 5, 2011 and available on  https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2011/10/05/chapter-5-the-public-and-the-military/Key findings about America’s military veterans by Ruth Igelnik. Published in Pew Research Center website November 7, 2019 and available on  https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2019/11/07/key-findings-about-americas-military-veterans/Military and National Defense. Published in Gallup website and available on  https://news.gallup.com/poll/1666/military-national-defense.aspxCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

Recently your hosts, Ben and Kate, have mentioned during recent episodes about conversations they have had in preparing the episodes you hear. This week they thought listeners may want to hear one of those prep conversations which was about natural gas production.Research/Resources:What the Potential Ban on Gas Stoves Mean If you Have One by Nik Popli. Published in Time website January 10, 2023 and available on https://time.com/6246316/gas-stove-potential-ban-impacts/Biden Makes Sweeping Changes to Oil and Gas Policy by Ben Cahill. Published in Center for Strategic & International Studies January 28, 2021 and available on https://www.csis.org/analysis/biden-makes-sweeping-changes-oil-and-gas-policy 9 questions about the Keystone XL pipeline debate you were too embarrassed to ask by Brad Plumer. Published in Vox website September 22, 2015 and available on https://www.vox.com/2014/11/14/7216751/keystone-pipeline-facts-controversyU.S. natural gas production growth wanes as need arises by Scott Disavino, Arathy Somasekhar and Brijesh Patel. Published in Reuters website May 2, 2022 and available on https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-natural-gas-production-growth-wanes-need-arises-2022-05-02/U.S. Natural Gas Production Sets A New Record, But Don’t Expect Relief on Your Heating Bills by Robert Rapier. Published in Forbes website September 25, 2022 and available on https://www.forbes.com/sites/rrapier/2022/09/25/us-natural-gas-production-sets-a-new-record-but-dont-expect-relief-on-your-heating-bills/?sh=448c576315f4The next debate on pipeline safety by Arianna Skibell. Published in Politico January 24, 2023 and available on https://www.politico.com/newsletters/power-switch/2023/01/24/the-next-debate-on-pipeline-safety-00079194Biden Administration Allows Chevron To Pump Oil In Venezuela - Here’s Why It’s So Controversial by Brian Bushard. Published in Forbes website November 26, 2022 and available on  https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianbushard/2022/11/26/biden-administration-allows-chevron-to-pump-oil-in-venezuela-heres-why-its-so-controversial/?sh=3515c1acae5fCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss the recent bank failures including history of bank runs and FDIC, what led to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and how the government and private sector responded. Resources/Research:SVB collapse was driven by ‘the first Twitter-fueled bank run’ by Jennifer Korn. Published in CNN Business website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/14/tech/viral-bank-run/index.html The White House is avoiding one word when it comes to Silicon Valley Bank: bailout by Bobby Allyn. Published in NPR kpbs website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.npr.org/2023/03/13/1163180140/silicon-valley-bank-is-it-a-bailout-barofskyBank Failures Explained: Answer to 6 Big Questions About What Happened and What’s Next by Sarah Hansen. Published in Investopedia website March 17, 2023 and available on https://money.com/bank-failures-explained-questions-answers/‘The first Twitter-fuelled bank run’ how social media compounded SVB’s collapse by Jonathan Yerushalmy. Published in The Guardian website March 16, 2023 and available on https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/mar/16/the-first-twitter-fuelled-bank-run-how-social-media-compounded-svbs-collapseWhat is a Bank Failure? Definition, Causes, Results and Examples by Julia Kagan, reviewed by Somer Anderson, fact checked by Suzanne Kvilhaug. Published in Investopedia website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/bank-failure.aspWhat Is a Silent Bank Run? Definition and Examples by Jason Fernando, reviewed by Pamela Rodriguez, fact checked by Michael Logan. Published in Investopedia website March 17, 2023 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/silent-bank-run.asDeposit Insurance At A Glance. Published in FDIC website September 13, 2022 and available on https://www.fdic.gov/resources/deposit-insurance/brochures/deposits-at-a-glance/Statement by Martin J. Gruenberg, Chairman, FDIC Board of Directors, on the Restoration Plan Semiannual Update. Published in FDIC website April 18, 2023 and available on https://www.fdic.gov/news/speeches/2023/spapr1823a.htmlHistory and Timeline of Changes to FDIC Coverage Limits by the American Deposit Management Co. Published in the American Deposit Management Co. website and available on https://americandeposits.com/history-and-timeline-of-changes-to-fdic-coverage-limits/Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Ben and Kate discuss the proposed reparations in California that is being developed through the state's taskforce that is providing a final report in July 2023. Resources/Research: California reparations task force aims at more than dollars, seeks policies to prevent harm by Wendy Fry. Published in Cal Matters website January 26, 2023 and available on https://calmatters.org/california-divide/2023/01/california-reparations/California reparations efforts eyeing $5 million payments, restitution by Kiara Alfonseca. Published in Abc News website February 9, 2023 and available on https://abcnews.go.com/US/california-reparations-task-force-eyeing-5-million-payments/story?id=96964346Reparations Reports AB 3121: Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans. Published in State of California Department of Justice Office of the Attorney General website and available on https://oag.ca.gov/ab3121/reportsAB-3121 Task Force to Study and Develop Reparations Proposals for African Americans (2019-2020). Published in California Legislative Information October 2, 2020 and available on https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200AB3121Evanston reparations: 16 recipients selected to receive $25,000 for housing. Published in ABC 7 Chicago website January 13, 2022 and available on https://abc7chicago.com/evanston-reparations-program-illinois-il/11465347/#:~:text=legal%20marijuana%20sales.-,Evanston%20will%20be%20the%20first%20city%20in%20the%20nation%20to,National%20African%2DAmerican%20Reparations%20CommissionSan Francisco board open to reparations with $5M payouts by The Associated Press. Published in NBC News website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/san-francisco-decide-black-reparations-plan-5m-person-rcna74873Slavery Reparations in California (Blog) by Anthony Pericolo. Published in The Federalist Society January 27, 2023 and available on https://fedsoc.org/commentary/fedsoc-blog/slavery-reparations-in-california Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this discussion, Ben and Kate talk about the history of the tax system, what taxes are included in the U.S. Constitution and the tax code legislation that has passed over the years. Research/Resources:A Brief History of Taxes in the US by Amy Fontielle, reviewed by Lea D. Uradu, and fact checked by Suzanne Kvilhaug. Published in Investopedia.com January 24, 2023 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/articles/tax/10/history-taxes.aspA Concise History of Changes in U.S. Tax Law by Andrew Beattie, reviewed by Erika Rasure, and fact checked by Pete Rathburn. Published in Investopedia July 23, 2022 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/articles/tax/10/concise-history-tax-changes.asp 16th Amendment: Definition, What Does It Do, and Importance by Will Kenton and reviewed by Lea D. Uradu. Published in Investopedia website March 7, 2023 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/sixteenth-amendment.asp#:~:text=The%20text%20of%20the%2016th%20Amendment%20states%20that%20%22The%20Congress,to%20any%20census%20or%20enumeration.%22 2023 Tax Brackets by Alex Durante. Published in Tax Foundation website October 18, 2022 and available on https://taxfoundation.org/2023-tax-brackets/ Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss the outcome of the Federal Reserve meeting that just occurred March 22, 2023.Research/Resources:Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress by Chair Jerome H. Powel. Published in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System website March 7, 2023 and available on  https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/testimony/powell20230307a.htmFederal Open Market Committee: Meet calendars, statements, and minutes (2018-2023). Published on Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and available on https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomccalendars.htm What Time Does the Fed’s Powell Speak Today and How to Watch. Published on Barron’s website March 22, 2023 and available on https://www.barrons.com/livecoverage/fed-meeting-rate-decision-powell-speech-today/card/when-does-the-fed-s-powell-speak-today-and-how-to-watch-his-speech-kE85cPKbLipD7vzuee1l Treasury Secretary Yellen says the government could backstop more deposits if necessary to stop contagion by Jeff Cox. Published on CNBC website March 21, 2023 and available on https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/21/treasury-secretary-yellen-says-the-government-could-backstop-more-deposits-if-necessary.htmlMarch Fed Meeting: FOMC Keeps Raising Rates Despite The Banking Crisis by Wayne Duggan and edited by Benjamin Curry. Published on Forbes Advisor website March 22, 2023 and available on https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/fomc-meeting-federal-reserve/Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss the student loan forgiveness cases that were argued in front of the Supreme Court on February 28, 2023. They also provide a quick update on the Title 42 Supreme Court case status.Research/ResourcesWill student loan forgiveness pass the Supreme Court? Here’s what we know so far by Kamaron McNair. Published in CNBC website March 2, 2023 and available on  https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2023/03/02/will-student-loan-forgiveness-pass-the-supreme-court-what-we-know.html Student Loan Forgiveness: 6 Big Takeaways From Landmark Supreme Court Hearing by Adam S. Minsky. Published in Forbes website March 1 2023 and available on  https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamminsky/2023/03/01/student-loan-forgiveness-6-big-takeaways-from-landmark-supreme-court-hearing/amp/Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Ben and Kate discuss the economy using January 2023 labor report numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Research/Resources:Employment Situation News Release: The Employment Situation – January 2023 USDL -23-0151. Published in U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics website and available on https://www.bls.gov/news.release/archives/empsit_02032023.htmMapped: GDP Growth Forecasts by Country, in 2023 by Dorothy Neufeld. Published in Visual Capitalist website February 2, 2023and available on https://www.visualcapitalist.com/mapped-gdp-growth-forecasts-by-country-in-2023/Which Countries Have the Lowest Inflation? by Dorothy Neufeld, graphics by Sam Parker. Published in Visual Capitalist website February 25, 2023 and available on https://www.visualcapitalist.com/which-countries-have-the-lowest-inflation/US adds stunning 517K jobs to start 2023 by Tobias Burns. Published in The Hill website February 3, 2023 and available on https://thehill.com/policy/finance/3842074-economy-jobs-inflation-unemployment-report/Global Economy to Slow Further Amid Signs of Resilience and China Re-Opening by Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas. Published in International Monetary Fund (IMF) Blob website January 30, 2023 and available on https://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2023/01/30/global-economy-to-slow-further-amid-signs-of-resilience-and-china-re-opening\2023 Market Outlook: Stocks Set to Fall Near-Term as Economic Growth Slows by J.P. Morgan Research Department. Published on J.P. Morgan website January 5, 2023 and available on  https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/research/market-outlookCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this quick update, Ben and Kate discuss what has happened over the last year since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Research/Resources:Examining the war in Ukraine, one year after Russian invasion by Billy Morgan. Published in UChicago News website February 8, 2023 and available on https://news.uchicago.edu/story/examining-war-ukraine-one-year-after-russian-invasionRussia-Ukraine war 2022-2023 statistics & facts by Statista Research Department. Published in Statista website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.statista.com/topics/9087/russia-ukraine-war-2022/#dossier-chapter7Ukraine war: Russia planning 24 February offensive, Ukrainian defence minister says by Matt Murphy. Published in BBC website February 2, 2023 and available on https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-64492938Ukraine war live updates: Russia launches new missile strikes; Moldova’s government collapses by Amanda Macias and Karen Gilchrist. Published in CNBC website February 10, 2023 and available on https://www.cnbc.com/2023/02/10/ukraine-war-live-updates-latest-news-on-russia-and-the-war-in-ukraine.htmlNumber of civilian casualties in Ukraine during Russia's invasion verified by OHCHR from February 24, 2022 to March 12, 2023 by Statista Research Department. Published in Statista website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.statista.com/statistics/1293492/ukraine-war-casualties/ Cumulative number of border crossings from and to Ukraine after Russia's invasion from February 24, 2022 to March 7, 2023 by Statista Research Department. Published in Statista website March 14, 2023 and available on https://www.statista.com/statistics/1310270/number-of-refugees-from-ukraine/Total number of list-based sanctions imposed on Russia by territories and organizations worldwide from February 22, 2022 to February 10, 2023, by target by Statista Research Department. Published in Statista website February 21, 2023 and available on https://www.statista.com/statistics/1293531/western-sanctions-imposed-on-russia-by-target/ 6 key numbers that reveal the staggering impact of Russia’s war in Ukraine by Julian Hayda, Ashley Westerman, Elissa Nadworny, Claire Harbage. Published in NPR website August 24, 2022 and available on https://www.npr.org/2022/08/24/1119202240/ukraine-russia-war-by-numbersCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss the discovery of classified documents in unauthorized locations in possession of high level government officials including President Biden, former President Trump, and former Vice President Pence. Research/Resources:18 U.S. Code 1924 – Unauthorized removal and retention of classified documents or materials. Published in Cornell Law School and available on https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/1924What are classified documents? Explaining the levels, penalties for mishandling by Adela Sulliman and Perry Stein. Published in The Washington Post website January 24, 2023 and available on https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/01/13/classified-documents-explained-biden-trump/Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In continuing our lite byte episodes, Ben and Kate welcome past guest, Chester, back to discuss this years' Super Bowl commercials. Let your hosts know your thoughts about these ads by leaving a comment or emailing them at info@artofdiscussing.com.Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Ben and Kate discuss the Title 42 immigration law that was enacted in March 2020, due to the public heath concern during the COVID-19 pandemic and the current legal case that will be heard by the Supreme Court. Research/Resources:DHS Continues to Prepare for End of Title 42; Announces New Border Enforcement Measures and Additional Safe and Orderly Processes. Published in Homeland Security website January 5, 2023 and available on https://www.dhs.gov/news/2023/01/05/dhs-continues-prepare-end-title-42-announces-new-border-enforcement-measures-andARIZONA, ET AL. v. ALEJANDRO MAYORKAS, SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY, 598 U. S. 1-3 (2022) available on https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/22pdf/22a544_n758.pdf The Supreme Court is manipulating its own calendar to lock GOP policies in place by Ian Millhiser. Published on Vox website December 29, 2022 and available on https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2022/12/29/23530842/supreme-court-arizona-mayorkas-title-42-mexican-border-immigration What is Title 42, the COVID border policy used to expel migrants? By Camilo Montoya-Galvez. Published in CBS News website January 2, 2023 and available on https://www.cbsnews.com/news/title-42-immigration-border-biden-covid-19-cdc/42 U.S. Code 264 – Regulations to control communicable diseases. Published in Cornell Law School and available on https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/26442 U.S. Code 265 – Suspension of entries and imports from designated places to prevent spread of communicable diseases. Published in Cornell Law School and available on https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/265 Nationwide Enforcement Encounters: Title 8 Enforcement Actions and Title 42 Expulsions Fiscal Year 2023 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Published in U.S. Customs and Border Protection website February 10, 2023 and available on https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/cbp-enforcement-statistics/title-8-and-title-42-statisticsHowe, Amy. (2023, December 9). States ask Supreme Court to keep Title 42 border policy in effect. SCOTUSblog. https://www.scotusblog.com/2022/12/states-ask-supreme-court-to-keep-title-42-border-policy-in-effect/ Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Ben and Kate complete the conversation about Web 3.0 (Part 2), the oft-discussed, potential next version of the internet including what makes it different from the current version, feasibility and timeline for development, and impact on the everyday person using the internet.  Research/Resources:What is Web3? The Future of the internet, cryptocurrency and estate planning by Cody Barbo. Published in Fast Company website April 20, 2022 and available on https://www.fastcompany.com/90742974/what-is-web3-the-future-of-the-internet-cryptocurrency-and-estate-planningThe metaverse and Web3: The next internet platform by Jana Arbanas, Allen Cook, Kevin Westcott, Chris Arkenberg, Kevin Downs. Published in Deloitte website July 25, 2022 and available on https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/technology/web3-and-metaverse-the-future-of-the-internet.htmlThe Metaverse and Web3 Creating Value in the Future Digital Economy by Mark Minevich. Published in Forbes website June 17, 2022 and available on https://www.forbes.com/sites/markminevich/2022/06/17/the-metaverse-and-web3-creating-value-in-the-future-digital-economy/?sh=774c6fef7785 Wall Street Journal. (2022, February 15). Why Some See Web 3.0 as the Future of the Internet [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEJGQD1OuKAWelcoming Web 3.0: The Critical Role of Blockchain in Web 3.0 Development by Jessica Day. Published in IEEE Computer Society website July 22, 2022 and available on https://www.computer.org/publications/tech-news/trends/welcoming-web-3-and-its-role-in-development Welcoming Web 3.0 -  The Future of Internet? by Nir Netzer. Published in Finance Magnates website July 25, 2022 and available on https://www.financemagnates.com/executives/insights/web-30-the-future-of-internet/The Latecomer’s Guide to Crypto by Kevin Rose.  Published in New York Times website March 18, 2022 and available on https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/03/18/technology/web3-definition-internet.html#:~:text=Web3%20is%20the%20name%20some,the%20past%20year%20or%20so.White, Molly. (2022). Web 3 is Going Just Great.https://web3isgoinggreat.com/Diehl, Stephen. (2021, December 4). Web3 is Bullshit. Stephen Diehl Blog. https://www.stephendiehl.com/blog/web3-bullshit.htmlCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Ben and Kate discuss Web 3.0 (Part 1), the oft-discussed, potential next version of the internet including what makes it different from the current version, feasibility and timeline for development, and impact on the everyday person using the internet.  Research/Resources:What is Web3? The Future of the internet, cryptocurrency and estate planning by Cody Barbo. Published in Fast Company website April 20, 2022 and available on https://www.fastcompany.com/90742974/what-is-web3-the-future-of-the-internet-cryptocurrency-and-estate-planningThe metaverse and Web3: The next internet platform by Jana Arbanas, Allen Cook, Kevin Westcott, Chris Arkenberg, Kevin Downs. Published in Deloitte website July 25, 2022 and available on https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/technology/web3-and-metaverse-the-future-of-the-internet.htmlThe Metaverse and Web3 Creating Value in the Future Digital Economy by Mark Minevich. Published in Forbes website June 17, 2022 and available on https://www.forbes.com/sites/markminevich/2022/06/17/the-metaverse-and-web3-creating-value-in-the-future-digital-economy/?sh=774c6fef7785 Wall Street Journal. (2022, February 15). Why Some See Web 3.0 as the Future of the Internet [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEJGQD1OuKAWelcoming Web 3.0: The Critical Role of Blockchain in Web 3.0 Development by Jessica Day. Published in IEEE Computer Society website July 22, 2022 and available on https://www.computer.org/publications/tech-news/trends/welcoming-web-3-and-its-role-in-development Welcoming Web 3.0 -  The Future of Internet? by Nir Netzer. Published in Finance Magnates website July 25, 2022 and available on https://www.financemagnates.com/executives/insights/web-30-the-future-of-internet/The Latecomer’s Guide to Crypto by Kevin Rose.  Published in New York Times website March 18, 2022 and available on https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/03/18/technology/web3-definition-internet.html#:~:text=Web3%20is%20the%20name%20some,the%20past%20year%20or%20so.White, Molly. (2022). Web 3 is Going Just Great. https://web3isgoinggreat.com/Diehl, Stephen. (2021, December 4). Web3 is Bullshit. Stephen Diehl Blog. https://www.stephendiehl.com/blog/web3-bullshit.htmlCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode Ben and Kate discuss the last 50 years of immigration policy and the current events now such as the stats around illegal immigration as of end of 2022, transporting migrants to other states and what solutions we may need. Research/Resources:Click here for the link to our pdf with the resources sourced for this episode.Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss Cryptocurrency (Part 2) including the history of cryptocurrency and how it differs from fiat currency, the definitions of different concepts and terms, the current status of cryptocurrency and the future of cryptocurrency.   Your hosts also provide an update to the episode since the FTX bankruptcy filing was announced. Research/Resources:Click here for the link to our pdf with the resources sourced for this episode (the list was too long to fit everything all here on the show notes page!)Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Kate and Ben discuss Cryptocurrency (Part 1) including the history of cryptocurrency and how it differs from fiat currency, the definitions of different concepts and terms, the current status of cryptocurrency and the future of cryptocurrency.  Research/Resources:Click here for the link to our pdf with the resources sourced for this episode (the list was too long to fit everything all here on the show notes page!)Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, Ben and Kate discuss the economy, specifically what is happening with inflation and the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act.Research/Resources:Senate-Passed Inflation Reduction Act: Estimates of Budgetary and Macroeconomic Effects by PWMB staff and written by Jon Huntley, John Ricco, and Alex Arnon and prepared for the website by Mariko Paulson. Published on Penn Wharton University of Pennsylvania Budget Model website August 11, 2022 and available on https://budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/issues/2022/8/12/senate-passed-inflation-reduction-act When Is Inflation Good for the Economy? By Sean Ross, reviewed by Michael J Boyle and fact checked by Katrina Munichiello. Published in Investopedia website June 1, 2022 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/111414/how-can-inflation-be-good-economy.asp#:~:text=Benefits%20of%20Inflation,-When%20the%20economy&text=More%20dollars%20translates%20to%20more,production%20to%20meet%20that%20demand.&text=Inflation%20also%20makes%20it%20easier,than%20the%20money%20they%20borrowedUS Economy Will ‘Narrowly Avoid’ Recession in 2022 and 2023, IMF Says by Reade Rickert and Eric Martin. Published in Bloomberg website June 24, 2022 and available on https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-06-24/us-economy-to-narrowly-avoid-recession-in-2022-23-imf-saysThe Inflation Reduction Act is Now Law – Here’s What It Means For You by Kelly Anne Smith. Published in Forbes website August 23, 2022 and available on https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/inflation-reduction-act/What could the Inflation Reduction Act mean for you? Yes, the Inflation Reduction Act might actually help you. By Ellen Ioanes. Published on Vox website August 16, 2022 and available on https://www.vox.com/2022/8/7/23295645/inflation-reduction-act-impactHow Do Government’s Fight Inflation? By Leslie Kramer, reviewed by Robert C. Kelly and fact checked by Pete Rathburn. Published in Investopedia website September 22, 2022 and available on https://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/111314/what-methods-can-government-use-control-inflation.aspUS Inflation Will Guide Fed Readying Next Hike: Eco Week Ahead by Vince Golle. Published Bloomberg website September 10, 2022 and available on https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-09-10/us-inflation-will-guide-fed-readying-next-hike-eco-week-aheadCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

Welcome to the new format of Art of Discussing! We are changing how we release episodes. We will be releasing episodes each month with relevant topics that your hosts want to discuss for their listeners. Ben and Kate will be discussing topics and bringing in guests.  In this episode, Ben and Kate discuss the overturning of Roe v Wade in June and what factors the Supreme Court based its ruling upon.Research/Resources:DOBBS, STATE HEALTH OFFICER OF THE MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, ET AL. v. JACKSON WOMEN’S HEALTH ORGANIZATION ET AL. CERTIORARI TO THE UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE FIFTH CIRCUIT No. 19–1392.  Argued December 1, 2021—Decided June 24, 2022. Published on Supreme Court website and available on https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/19-1392_6j37.pdf Majority of Public Disapproves of Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Roe v Wade. Published in The Pew Research website July 6, 2022 and available on  https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2022/07/06/majority-of-public-disapproves-of-supreme-courts-decision-to-overturn-roe-v-wade/  The Roe Baby by Joshua Pager. Published in The Atlantic Sept 9 2021 and available on https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2021/09/jane-roe-v-wade-baby-norma-mccorvey/620009/On this day, the Roe v Wade decision by NCC staff. Published in National Constitution Center website January 22, 2022 and available on https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/blog/landmark-cases-roe-v-wadeCheck out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

A quick message from your hosts about what's next for Art of Discussing!Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"