Beste ACL podcasts (2024)

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Around the ACL E148 49:25

4d ago49:25

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Michelle, Trey, and Anthony look forward to Open #3 and pick some teams they want to keep a close eye on this weekend. They discuss exciting things coming up from the ACL Academy and go over Anthony and Trey's power rankings. Then they finish the show by playing Buy or Sell and give the Hole-Y Hot Takes.…

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The Chain of Survival for Cardiac & Stroke Emergencies 5:04

1d ago5:04

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The chain of survival for ACLS is the same as was learned in your BLS class. The beginning steps of the Cardiac Emergency and Stroke chain of survival. ACLS's timed goals for first medical contact to PCI for STEMI and door-to-needle for ischemic stroke. Characteristics of areas that have significantly better stroke and out-of-hospital cardiac arres…

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Hypokalemia & Hyperkalemia as a H&T Reversible Cause 4:31

2d ago4:31

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Heart muscle contraction and repolarization is dependent on Sodium, Calcium, Magnesium, and Potassium ions crossing cellular membranes. When a patient’s potassium levels get too low or too high, hypokalemia or hyperkalemia results respectively. Two things that may lead us to suspect hypo or hyperkalemia. Medical conditions & medications that can ca…

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Time Goals for Assessment & Treatment of Stroke 4:58

3d ago4:58

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When treating patients having an MI or stroke, more minutes equals more dead cells. Because the majority of strokes are the ischemic type, the treatment for stroke is similar to an MI – to reestablish perfusion to the ischemic tissues. The first four steps in the Stroke Chain of Survival. Time criteria for the administration of tPA (or a similar fi…

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Medication Review: Adenosine 5:50

4d ago5:50

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Adenosine is the first IV medication given to stable patients with sustained supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) refractory to vagal maneuvers. Symptoms indicating a stable vs unstable patient. Common causes of tachycardia. Cardiac effects of Adenosine. Indications for use in the ACLS Tachycardia algorithm. Considerations and contraindications. Aden…

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Identification of Second-Degree AV Blocks and Their Treatment 7:19

5d ago7:19

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To pass the written ACLS exam and mega code, students need to be able to identify basic ECG dysrhythmias, including the two types of second-degree heart block. One method of ECG rhythm identification is to ask a series of questions such as: What's the rate (<60, 60-100, 101-149, or >150); Is the rhythm regular or irregular; What's the shape, width,…

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Oxygen and Pulse Oximetry 4:40

8d ago4:40

4:40

When treating patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), MONA is an acronym sometimes used to help us remember the initial interventions. The O in MONA is Oxygen. When we should administer oxygen to ACS patients. When O2 administration is unnecessary based on an accurate pulse ox. Monitoring patient's oxygen saturation (SaO2) using a pulse oximet…

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Objective Measures of Good CPR 6:40

9d ago6:40

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Along with early defibrillation, high quality CPR with minimal interruptions is one of the two factors that has been shown to improve cardiac arrest outcomes. How do we know if high quality, effective CPR is being performed? Objective measures of high-quality CPR include: Compression rate; Compression depth & recoil; ETCO2; and Chest Compression Fr…

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Atropine & Dopamine for Unstable Bradycardia 5:54

10d ago5:54

5:54

When we should use the bradycardia algorithm. The signs & symptoms of unstable bradycardia. Atropine's bradycardic dose and maximum. The use of atropine when a patient is in a second degree type II or third degree heart block. ECG changes that indicate subsequent doses of atropine are likely to be ineffective. The starting dose of Dopamine. The use…

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Around The ACL E147 50:29

11d ago50:29

50:29

On this week's episode of Around The ACL Wally Meesh and Trey recap the Des Moines, Iowa episode and discuss Ryan Traiteur's dominance. They then discuss some sleepers and some disappointments that they found impressive or left more to be desired. Next they play their games from the Baggin and Braggin show before they give their hot takes.…

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Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA) Review 6:02

11d ago6:02

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The tongue is the most common airway obstruction in an unconscious patient. Insertion an oropharyngeal airway helps keep the patient’s tongue from falling to the back of the pharynx, causing an airway obstruction. The oropharyngeal airway is sometimes called an OPA or simply an oral airway. Indications for using an oral airway. Contraindication for…

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Hypoxia: An H&T Reversible Cause of Cardiac Arrest 5:52

12d ago5:52

5:52

Hypoxia is a state of low oxygen levels in the blood. Determining hypoxia using a pulse oximeter or arterial blood gasses (ABGs). A goal of ACLS is to recognize signs of hypoxia and provide timely treatment to prevent an arrest. Examples of some things that might lead us to think of hypoxia as a cause of cardiac arrest. Why we should not rely on pu…

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Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT) 6:06

15d ago6:06

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ECG characteristics of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) vs. sinus tachycardia. Signs & symptoms that indicate a patient is unstable. Delivery of a synchronized shock for the treatment of unstable SVT using a biphasic vs monophasic defibrillator. Consideration for team safety while performing synchronized cardioversion. Actions to take immediately…

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Administration of Epinephrine During Cardiac Arrest 5:11

16d ago5:11

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When working to resuscitate a patient in sudden cardiac arrest, Epinephrine is the first IV medication we administer. When we give the first dose of epinephrine depends on whether the patient is in a shockable or non-shockable rhythm. When to give the first dose of epinephrine and its frequency for patients in asystole or PEA following the right si…

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Common Stroke Mimics Identification & Treatment 5:58

17d ago5:58

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If a person suddenly develops symptoms such as weakness, slurred or garbled speech, loss of balance, or a massive & severe headache; it’s possible they could be having a stroke. The Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale. There are several conditions that can mimic a stroke. Identification & Treatment of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Identification &…

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Around The ACL E146 49:22

18d ago49:22

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Anthony and Trey discuss Open #2 and the field heading to Des Moines Iowa. They show highlights from the first Open then finish their draft recap. The crew then takes a look at the rookies coming into the next season by playing a rookie version of overrated, underrated or properly rated.…

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Intraosseous & Endotracheal Tube Route for Medication Administration 5:56

18d ago5:56

5:56

Most ACLS medications are given IV push. But, what happens if we can't get an IV? Why IO is better than ETT as an alternative route. The locations we should place an IO when running a code and a location we should avoid. The ACLS medications that can be given intraosseous. Where you can find more information about intraosseous access during resusci…

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EMS and Transportation to the Most Appropriate Facility 5:51

19d ago5:51

5:51

The chain of survival for a cardiac emergency and stroke start the same: 1. preparedness & recognition of an emergency; 2. activation of EMS; 3. delivery of Advanced Life Support; and 4. transporting to the most appropriate facility. ALS ambulances are staffed with paramedics who have training in ACLS skills. Why EMS "Destination Protocols" for sus…

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Automated External Defibrillator (AED) 6:23

22d ago6:23

6:23

Performing good CPR and delivering a shock as soon as possible to a patient in Ventricular Fibrillation or pulseless V-Tach are the two most critical interventions that have been shown to increase survival from sudden cardiac arrest. Studies have demonstrated significantly better out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival outcomes in communities with …

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Asystole & Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA) 6:57

23d ago6:57

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For apneic patients without a carotid pulse or patients with only gasping/agonal respirations, we will follow the Adult Cardiac Arrest algorithm. For pulseless patients that the AED doesn't advise a shock, the patient's ECG shows asystole, or a non-perfusing organized rhythm (PEA), we will follow the right side of the Adult Cardiac Arrest algorithm…

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Songs To Help Us Deliver Good CPR 4:20

24d ago4:20

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Providing good, high-quality CPR with minimal interruptions and early defibrillation are two key interventions shown to improved cardiac arrest outcomes. A training tool used in many CPR and ACLS classes is to use a song (or a song list) with a tempo of 100 to 120 beats per minute to help the person doing chest compressions maintain an adequate rat…

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Around The ACL E145 49:48

25d ago49:48

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh Jake and Trey discuss the results of the first Open of the season and new pro pairings. Then they recap the rookie showcase and go over a few ACL Teams that were drafted over the weekend. Finally they give their hot takes to end the show.Door Trey Ryder

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Obtaining a Medical History 5:10

25d ago5:10

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A patient’s medical history will help us identify things that may be causing (or contributing) to their current condition as well as guide our decisions so we provide the safest evidence-based care possible. Examples of information obtained in a medical history that will impact the treatment we provide. There are several mnemonics and memory aids t…

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Antiarrhythmics: Magnesium and Procainamide 5:29

26d ago5:29

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Although magnesium can be used in the treatment of other medical conditions such as eclampsia, asthma, & digitalis toxicity; for ACLS, magnesium is primarily used to treat Torsades de Pointes. Identification of Torsades on the ECG. Administration of a magnesium infusion for stable patients vs slow IV push for patients in cardiac arrest. Procainamid…

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A pro-voter legal strategy 52:07

28d ago52:07

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In 2024, ACLU-PA and our partners have taken a different approach with our legal strategy than in past election cycles. This year, we’ve implemented a proactive strategy to make sure that voters who want to cast a ballot can do so without unnecessary hurdles.Vic Walczak, legal director of the ACLU of Pennsylvania, joins the pod to talk about it. By…

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Hypovolemia as a H&T Cause of Cardiac Arrest 4:03

29d ago4:03

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When a patient loses excessive amounts of fluids, we say that they are in a state of hypovolemia. The most obvious cause of hypovolemia is from bleeding. Bleeding can be internal or external and caused by trauma, pathology, or iatrogenic. Classic signs & symptoms of hypovolemic shock. Volume replacement with crystalloids vs blood. Connect with me: …

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What voters really want on immigration and public safety 42:36

1M ago42:36

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In the run up to this year’s election, we here at the ACLU knew that candidates would be talking about the two issues of immigration and public safety. Knowing that was coming, the ACLU has been engaged all year in a research project called Battleground Blueprint. We’ve deployed multiple rounds of surveys in multiple states, including Pennsylvania,…

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Morphine Use for ACS 4:49

1M ago4:49

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MONA is the acronym sometimes used to help us remember the interventions to consider for patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome or ACS. Morphine's use in the Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) algorithm. Why Morphine is helpful for patients with ACS. Contraindications and considerations for the safe administration of Morphine. Morphine as an alternative …

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Maintaining a Chest Compression Fraction (CCF) Above 80% 5:49

1M ago5:49

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Even good CPR is far less efficient at circulating blood than a functioning heart. The indicators of high-quality CPR that were identified at the 2012 AHA CPR Quality Summit in order of importance include: Chest compression fraction (CCF); Chest compression rate; Chest compression depth; Allowing for full recoil; and Adequate ventilations. Using re…

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Around the ACL E144 49:28

1M ago49:28

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In this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh and Trey pick up Wally's slack due to poor internet connection by discussing the first Open this weekend in Rock Hill South Carolina. They go over the ACL Draft and discuss some new teams for the 2024-2025 season. Finally they finish the show with Buy or Sell and give their hot takes for the first Open…

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Epinephrine and Dopamine Review 6:34

1M ago6:34

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Epinephrine and Dopamine are adrenergic agonist used in several ACLS algorithms. The use of epinephrine for severe anaphylaxis and unstable bradycardia. Review epinephrine’s effects on blood vessels and bronchioles. Why epinephrine is helpful for patients with anaphylaxis. Using an epi drip for unstable bradycardia. Epinephrine administration durin…

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Delivering Artificial Ventilations 6:19

1M ago6:19

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Providing rescue breathing to apneic patients with a palpable pulse. Normal end tidal CO2 for patients with a pulse. Identification of cardiac arrest and our immediate actions. Providing artificial ventilations during CPR without an advanced airway vs with an advanced airway in place. Using quantitative waveform capnography to confirm placement of …

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Hypothermia: An H&T Reversible Cause of Cardiac Arrest 4:20

1M ago4:20

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Hypothermic patients aren't dead until they are warm and dead. When a patient’s core body temperature drops below 96.8 F (36 C), they are hypothermic. As the body’s temperature drops below 36 C, hypothermia may further be classified as moderate or severe: Moderate if the patient’s body core temp is between 30-34 C; and Severe if it's below 30 C. Mo…

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Calcium Channel Blockers Used in ACLS 4:21

1M ago4:21

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Calcium is one of the ions that move across the cellular membrane during cardiac contraction and relaxation. The primary use of calcium channel blockers in ACLS is for the treatment of stable, narrow complex tachycardias refractory to Adenosine and to lower the blood pressure of ischemic stroke patients with severe hypertension. Use of calcium chan…

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Targeted Temperature Management (TTM) & Post-Arrest Care 5:18

1M ago5:18

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The goal of CPR is to keep the brain and vital organs perfused until return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) is achieved. Post-arrest care and recovery are the final two links in the chain of survival. Identification of ROSC during CPR. Initial patient management goals after identifying ROSC. The patient’s GCS/LOC should be evaluated to determine …

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Around The ACL E143 50:01

1M ago50:01

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Wally Meesh and Trey discuss the European Tournament and talk about a few European players to keep an eye on next year at worlds. Then they go over some new partnerships for the 2025 season. Trey explains some new changes for next year in regards to memberships. They close out the show by playing games from …

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Nitroglycerine Use for ACS 4:47

1M ago4:47

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Nitroglycerine is vasodilator that affects peripheral blood vessels and coronary arteries. Because of its widespread dilation effects on blood vessels, nitro can quickly lower a patient’s blood pressure, sometimes to the point of making a patient hypotensive. Assessment of vital signs prior to administering nitro is necessary to ensure patient safe…

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Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter with RVR 5:09

1M ago5:09

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In atrial fibrillation (A-Fib) and atrial flutter (A-Flutter) the electrical impulse for cardiac contraction is in the atria but isn't the normal pacemaker of the heart, the SA node. The ECG characteristics of A-Fib and A-Flutter. Recognition and treatment of unstable patients in A-Fib/Flutter with rapid ventricular response (RVR). Suggested energy…

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Living With a Criminal History and the Right to Vote in PA 27:48

1M ago27:48

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More than 20 years ago, Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court ruled that it was unconstitutional to prohibit people who are living with a criminal record from voting. But misinformation about those rights persists here in Pennsylvania. In this episode, we hear from ACLU-PA executive director Mike Lee and Saleem Holbrook, executive director of Abolition…

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Around The ACL E142 49:41

2M ago49:41

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In this week's Episode of Around the ACL Meesh Jake and Anthony discuss more partner reveals and how they think some of the new top teams will do. They congratulate more pros that made it through via the last chance qualifier and go over some of the new rule changes for next season. Lastly they finish off the show by playing Contender/Pretender and…

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Around The ACL E141 50:07

2M ago50:07

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Trey and Anthony discuss the upcoming schedule by reviewing the first 6 ACL Open locations. They also go over some of the top shots from the Spencer Makenzie tournament in Ventura California before diving into new partners for the upcoming season. Jamie Graham is a special guest as he joins the show to…

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Around The ACL E140 49:27

2M ago49:27

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh and Trey talk about the few partner reveals that have already happened as well as partner reveals they would like to see for the upcoming 2025 season. Next they go over news around the league and preview the rookies for next season. They finish off the show with buy or sell, ACL superlatives and hole y…

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Around The ACL E139 49:42

2M ago49:42

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh and Wally bring back the Baggin and Braggin vibes as Wally tries to recover from Spencer Makenzie's. They discuss the results from the Pro Invitational to the Celebrity Crew cup matches and the overall finals. They end the show with their usual games and give their hot takes to put a nice bow on the 20…

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Around The ACL E138 49:31

2M ago49:31

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh Trey and Anthony select the teams for the Pro-Invitational and go over the top 10 shots from the ACL World Championships. They also discuss the upcoming Spencer Makenzie Throwdown rosters and go over the celebrities in attendance. They play Buy or Sell to discuss Michelle's chances and then deliver the…

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Around the ACL E137 50:30

3M ago50:30

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Trey and Jake go over the results from the world championships and discuss that there is new all time leader in titles. They then discuss the ACL Pro Invitational contestants that will compete at Spencer Makenzie's. Lastly they go over the new ACL Pros that qualified via the ACL Pro Qualifier before de…

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Capitol Complex 29:52

3M ago29:52

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The Pennsylvania General Assembly recently wrapped up its work on the new state budget. Elizabeth Randol, ACLU-PA’s legislative director, talks about all that has happened in this session around civil liberties. Liz dives into ACLU-PA’s priority issues, including voting rights, free speech, and decarceration, and also talks about emerging issues th…

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Around The ACL E136 50:01

3M ago50:01

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Wally, Michelle and Trey recap the Final Chase 2 from Canton Ohio. They go over the results from the Open as well as the pro events before playing Overrated, Underrated and Properly rated. They list who needs a big weekend at worlds and give their Hole-y Hot Takes.…

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Around The ACL E135 48:51

4M ago48:51

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On this week's episode of Around the ACL Meesh Jake and Wally get ready for the final Open in Canton Ohio. Jake and Wally go over their top 5 singles players and doubles teams to watch. They take a look at the odds for who has a chance to shine on the broadcast court. Then they play some Baggin' and Braggin' games before giving their hot takes.…

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How your county may - or may not - be helping you to vote 28:21

4M ago28:21

28:21

The impact that counties have on how we vote, where we vote, and even whether our vote is counted is enormous. On this episode, we hear from Beth Gilbert of Action Together NEPA and In This Together NEPA, where she is the voting and elections manager, and Marian Schneider, senior policy counsel for voting rights at the ACLU of Pennsylvania. Beth an…

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Around The ACL E134 49:29

4M ago49:29

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On this week's episode of Around The ACL Meesh Trey and Jake discuss the Final Chase from last weekend where Jake Trzcienski had an amazing weekend. Next they play buy or sell and discuss the playoffs for ACL Teams and exactly how close the battle for a playoff spot was.Door Trey Ryder

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