Capital Thinking
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Legislative Updates – Are All College Degrees Created...
On this week’s Capital Thinking as Kevin O’Neill will be joined by Rosemary Becchi and Kristin Wells for legislative updates on tax reform and immigration overhaul, respectively. Next, we will examine the return on investment for higher education by speaking with two researchers, both of whom recently co-authored articles on the topic. First, Andrew Gillen of Education Sector will discuss the various tools currently available for measuring value and how to improve the existing system. Then,...
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Bitcoin – FCC Declaratory Ruling – Noncompensatory...
On this week’s Capital Thinking, Kevin O’Neill will begin with guest Carol Van Cleef for a conversation on the usage and implications of the digital currency known as Bitcoin. The protocol of Bitcoin introduces various technologies and economic properties that have numerous applications. Next, for any seller using third-party telemarketers, Paul Besozzi will explain a new ruling by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that will potentially hold the seller vicariously liable under...
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Special Encore Presentation: Reforming Immigration by...
On this week’s Capital Thinking, Baylor University President Ken Starr, a distinguished academician, lawyer and public servant, will join Kevin O’Neill to discuss his recent op-ed regarding the particular impact immigration reform would have on undocumented children and their opportunity for obtaining higher education. Judge Starr will also address questions relating to college affordability and the role that education institutions could play in making higher education more accessible. Next,...
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Reforming Immigration by the “Golden Rule” – Healthcare...
On this week’s Capital Thinking, Baylor University President Ken Starr, a distinguished academician, lawyer and public servant, will join Kevin O’Neill to discuss his recent op-ed regarding the particular impact immigration reform would have on undocumented children and their opportunity for obtaining higher education. Judge Starr will also address questions relating to college affordability and the role that education institutions could play in making higher education more accessible. Next,...
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Special Encore Presentation: Immigration Reform &...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking radio show with host Kevin O’Neill as he first will discuss with Dr. Stephen Jordan, President of Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSUD), on how the immigration reform has impacted his university, and what MSUD is doing in order to provide education opportunity to undocumented students. Next, Kevin will be joined by Caitlin McCormick to discuss an upcoming seminar hosted by Patton Boggs regarding the future of the healthcare industry. Then, Dr....
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Immigration Reform & Education – A Look Ahead in...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking radio show with host Kevin O’Neill as he first will discuss with Dr. Stephen Jordan, President of Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSUD), on how the immigration reform has impacted his university, and what MSUD is doing in order to provide education opportunity to undocumented students. Next, Kevin will be joined by Caitlin McCormick to discuss an upcoming seminar hosted by Patton Boggs regarding the future of the healthcare industry. Then, Dr....
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The Healthcare Connect Fund – Drinking Water...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking radio show with host Kevin O’Neill as he and Paul Besozzi open the program with a discussion on the Healthcare Connect Fund. The Fund, created by the Federal Communications Commission in December 2012, aims to effectively use broadband networks to improve the quality and reduce costs of health care in rural areas. Next, Kevin will be joined by Tom Curtis, Deputy Executive Director of the American Water Works Association, and Carolina Mederos to learn...
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Special Encore Presentation: Accessible Voting – Higher...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking with host Kevin O’Neill who will first be joined by Dr. Juan Gilbert of Clemson University. Dr. Gilbert will share highlights of his voting technology research, which is aimed to increase voter accessibility, including for members of the military. Next, following up on our previous segments concerning college affordability, Kevin will welcome first-time guest Andrew Gillen of the Education Sector to talk about his study in college tuition analysis....
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Special Encore Presentation: America Invents Act –...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking as host, Kevin O’Neill, will first discuss with Scott Chambers new provisions that are set to take effect under the America Invents Act in March. Next, Julie Black will return to provide updates on Medicaid expansion down to the state levels; and details of the American Health Benefit Exchanges. For the second half, technology and communications attorneys, Monica Desai and Paul Besozzi, will join us to talk about the general trends in privacy concerns,...
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Accessible Voting – Higher Ed Affordability – College...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking with host Kevin O’Neill who will first be joined by Dr. Juan Gilbert of Clemson University. Dr. Gilbert will share highlights of his voting technology research, which is aimed to increase voter accessibility, including for members of the military. Next, following up on our previous segments concerning college affordability, Kevin will welcome first-time guest Andrew Gillen of the Education Sector to talk about his study in college tuition analysis....
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America Invents Act – Healthcare Updates – A Look at...
Join us on this week’s Capital Thinking as host, Kevin O’Neill, will first discuss with Scott Chambers new provisions that are set to take effect under the America Invents Act in March. Next, Julie Black will return to provide updates on Medicaid expansion down to the state levels; and details of the American Health Benefit Exchanges. For the second half, technology and communications attorneys, Monica Desai and Paul Besozzi, will join us to talk about the general trends in privacy concerns,...
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Focusing on the Veterans: USO-Metro & Story of a Wounded...
On this week’s Capital Thinking, we will learn more about the state of veteran affairs and service programs for wounded soldiers. Our host, Kevin O’Neill, will first visit with Elaine Rogers of the United Service Organizations Metropolitan Washington (USO-Metro) along with Patton Boggs Partners Bob Koehler and Major General Mike Nardotti to discuss USO-Metro’s mission and its growth as a charity adapting to the change of time. In the second half hour, Joe Briseno, Sr. will share the touching...
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Cleantech Open – HIPAA/HITECH Changes – Industry...
What is clean tech and what can it do for you? Rex Northen, Josh Greene and Laura Taylor from Cleantech Open will join our host, Kevin O’Neill, on this week’s Capital Thinking to answer these questions and discuss Cleantech Open efforts to find solutions to the most urgent energy, environmental and economic problems confronting the world today. We will also be joined by two distinguished past participants of Cleantech Open, Karen Sorber and Art Lazerow, to share their insights on Cleantech...
