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Ascend Radio lives at the nexus of regulation, licensing, and digital government. We share news, insight, and exclusive commentary from leaders in regulation and technology. Presented on behalf of Ascend Magazine.

  1. 07/12/2024

    Navigating the New Landscape of Health Professional Regulation: Insights from Sue Smith on Ascend Radio

    In this episode of Ascend Radio podcast, host Harry Cayton interviews Sue Smith, CEO and Registrar of the Nova Scotia College of Nursing, who shares insights about the Regulated Health Professions Act in Nova Scotia and the movement towards multi-occupation regulators.

    37 min

  2. 06/27/2024

    Fostering Good Governance in Professional Regulation to Better Protect the Public

    In this insightful episode of Ascend Live, host Harry Cayton engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Deanna L. Williams, a former Registrar, Ontario College of Pharmacists in professional regulation, accountability, and governance. The conversation delves deep into the intricate landscape of regulation in Canada and beyond, shedding light on the challenges faced by regulatory boards and the evolving expectations of the public.

    55 min
  3. Risk, regulation, and the pursuit of excellence with Professor Lorraine Daston

    05/24/2024

    Risk, regulation, and the pursuit of excellence with Professor Lorraine Daston

    In this episode of Ascend Radio, host Harry Cayton sits down with Professor Lorraine Daston to explore the intricate world of regulation and rulemaking. The dialogue spans various topics, beginning with risk assessment and mitigation. The speakers debate whether regulation should strive for excellence beyond risk mitigation, with Daston proposing defining excellence by desired outcomes. The discussion extends to compliance measures, institutional friction, and the distinction between thick and thin rules, delving into historical context and real-world implementation challenges faced by regulators.

    50 min
  4. Regulating global health care: Ensuring equivalency and mobility with Ginny Hanrahan 

    05/13/2024

    Regulating global health care: Ensuring equivalency and mobility with Ginny Hanrahan 

    In this insightful episode of Ascend Live, host Rick Borges welcomes guest Ginny Hanrahan for an in-depth discussion on the complexities and nuances involved in recognizing international qualifications and enabling mobility for professionals across borders. The main topics covered in the episode include the processes and time frames for application reviews, the potential barriers such as language proficiency and documentation challenges—especially for refugees—and the role of mutual recognition agreements in facilitating professional practice in different countries.

    53 min
  5. The benefits of legalized online gambling: Week in Brief

    01/19/2024

    The benefits of legalized online gambling: Week in Brief

    The Week in Brief Podcast is your weekly guide to the latest news, issues, and events in licensure, regulation, and digital government. This week, Jordan and Paul discuss the Supreme Court's recent review of "Chevron deference," Governor Spencer Cox's efforts to streamline behavioral health worker licensing in Utah, and more. To stay on top of the latest happenings in regulation, licensing, and digital government, subscribe to the Week in Brief newsletter and visit Ascend Magazine. And be sure to sign up for Paul Leavoy's upcoming one-on-one interview with NASCIO Executive Director Doug Robinson on Jan. 29 at 1 p.m. EST. We’ll be discussing NASCIO’s top 10 priorities for 2024 and taking listener questions.

    11 min
  6. NASCIO offers advice on state AI roadmaps: Week in Brief

    01/12/2024

    NASCIO offers advice on state AI roadmaps: Week in Brief

    The Week in Brief Podcast is your weekly guide to the latest news, issues, and events in licensure, regulation, and digital government. This week, Jordan and Paul discuss new considerations from NASCIO for states looking to implement AI, buy-now-pay-later licensing in New York, and more. To stay on top of the latest happenings in regulation, licensing, and digital government, subscribe to the Week in Brief newsletter and visit Ascend Magazine.

    10 min
  7. Licensing legal paraprofessionals in Texas: Week in Brief

    01/05/2024

    Licensing legal paraprofessionals in Texas: Week in Brief

    The Week in Brief Podcast is your weekly guide to the latest news, issues, and events in licensure, regulation, and digital government. This week, Jordan and Paul discuss efforts to regulate funeral home workers in Colorado, moves to license legal paraprofessionals to provide services to low-income residents in Texas, and more. To stay on top of the latest happenings in regulation, licensing, and digital government, subscribe to the Week in Brief newsletter and visit Ascend Magazine.

    10 min
  8. Regulation’s top trends of 2023: Week in Brief

    12/22/2023

    Regulation’s top trends of 2023: Week in Brief

    The Week in Brief Podcast is your weekly guide to the latest news, issues, and events in licensure, regulation, and digital government. This week, Sarah and Paul explore the biggest trends in regulatory news over the past year, including licensing reform, interstate compacts, alternative pathways to licensure, and more. To stay on top of the latest happenings in regulation, licensing, and digital government, subscribe to the Week in Brief newsletter and visit Ascend Magazine.

    14 min
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Ascend Radio lives at the nexus of regulation, licensing, and digital government. We share news, insight, and exclusive commentary from leaders in regulation and technology. Presented on behalf of Ascend Magazine.

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  • Creator
    Thentia
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2022 Ascend Magazine Website
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    Ascend Radio