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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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In this episode of Ascend Radio, Ascend Editor in Chief Paul Leavoy welcomes leaders from Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin’s licensing agencies to discuss the year that was, the year ahead, and interagency collaboration.

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 discuss NASCIO’s top 10 priorities for 2024, the potential of AI to create productivity gains for governments worldwide, Mississippi’s review of professional licensing, and more.

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