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This week on A Lively Experiment, a top aide to Dan McKee finds himself the target of an ethics complaint, will there be back splash on the Governor? And more then 40,000 Rhode Islanders will lose unemployment benefits next month , we sit down with the director of Labor and training to talk about whats ahead.Support the show

EPISODE 10, SEASON 2: In honor of International Women’s Day, this week's episode stars two incredible businesswomen, leaders, wives, and moms talking about the ‘Future of Women’s Empowerment’. Kristy Wallace, CEO of Ellevate Network explores the importance of community and networks. Holly Ruxin, CEO & Founder of new economy investment firm, Montcalm TCR, looks through the lens of money and finances. It’s a powerful episode for a changing time!ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek

EPISODE 7, SEASON 2: In this rich discussion about the ‘Future of Design Education’, our guest Natasha Jen- award-winning graphic designer and Partner at iconic design studio, Pentagram describes what graphic design is (the art of combining visual and language) and what a design education is all about (deep, broad, iterative, and hands-on). She calls out elitism in current design education, argues for inclusivity, rallies for “modern day apprenticeships”, and pushes designers to make time to slow down to set the stage for exceptional work.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek

EPISODE 4, SEASON 2: Former Chairwoman of LVMH North America and Author of "Aesthetic Intelligence", Pauline Brown joins us to speak about luxury and the business of aesthetics. Covering history from prehistoric jewelry to the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution to COVID today -- we explore how companies can harness the power of the senses to create products, services, and experiences that deliver long-term value and build deep emotional connections. ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 1, SEASON 2: In our first episode of the new year, Kate Williams- CEO of 1% for the Planet, speaks about Commitment; specifically, in the context of giving to ideas bigger than ourselves and having impact. We explore how the no-good year that was 2020 showed us all “how things can go bad and get hard really fast”, but that we can still “make a commitment to a future that is different than we’re living right now”, and what it takes to stay committed.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | FB: @lgralnek | IG: @lisavgralnek

EPISODE 6, SEASON 1: This week, we speak about the 'Future of Climate Investing' with Dr. Chris Wedding - a veteran investor, serial entrepreneur, Founder of IronOak Energy Capital and Entrepreneurs for Impact, and professor at Duke University and UNC Chapel Hill. We learn about why he thinks that despite more than $10 trillion already put into alternative energy solutions, this area is so underinvested and therefore rife with opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors and everyday people alike.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | FB: @lgralnek | IG: @lisavgralnek

EPISODE 3, SEASON 1: In week 3, guest Veronique Gabai Pinksy joins us to explore the 'Future of Fragrance'. Veronique is the former President of Vera Wang and Global President of Estée Lauder fragrances. Now the CEO & Founder of her own eponymous perfume brand, Veronique knows a thing or two about fragrance. We explore the timelessness of fragrance- its role in ritual and seduction, and how the future of its production, craft, and ingredients are evolving to elevate the artistry to something more akin to the past. Listen to learn about the role of fragrance in imbuing a sense of safety, wellbeing, and human connection.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | FB: @lgralnek | IG: @lisavgralnek

The game of golf isn’t often associated with young people or diversity, but one nonprofit in Rhode Island is trying to change that. For more than 20 years, Button Hole in Providence has been making the game affordable and accessible to children in the area. Ed talks to Anaridis Rodriguez, host of “Generation Rising” and Don Wright, executive director of Button Hole, about the program.

This week on A Lively Experiment, a group of Rhode Islanders says "Enough". Filing a federal lawsuit against Governor Raimondo, we'll tell you what it's all about. And the sprint to election day, the Presidential candidates crisscross the country with one last pitch. But are there any undecided voters left?Joining us this week, Wendy Schiller, Political Science Professor at Brown University. Joe Trillo, Former State Representative and Honorary Chairman of the Rhode Island Trump campaign in 2016. And former U.S. Congressman, Bob Weygand. Support the show