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Bloomberg
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Odd Lots: Zichen Wang's Exit Interview from America
Zichen Wang is the writer of the Pekingnology newsletter, which translates important speeches and articles from China into English, and contextualizes them for Western readers. Over the past year, he's been a master's degree student at Princeton University, although he's recently returned home to resume his career at a think tank in China. His stint in the US obviously came at a very interesting time, both due to the rising US-China tensions, and also the growing restrictions on Chinese students in the US. So before making his trip back home he joined us for another episode of Odd Lots. We discussed his experience here in America, his assessment of the state of US-China relations, and what his message will be upon his return to China.
Bloomberg
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Zichen Wang's Exit Interview From America
Listen to Odd Lots on Apple Podcasts Listen to Odd Lots on Spotify Subscribe to the newsletter Zichen Wang is the writer of the Pekingnology newsletter, which translates important speeches and articles from China into English, and contextualizes them for Western readers. Over the past year, he's been a master's degree student at Princeton University, although he's recently returned home to resume his career at a think tank in China. His stint in the US obviously came at a very interesting time, both due to the rising US-China tensions, and also the growing restrictions on Chinese students in the US. So before making his trip back home he joined us for another episode of Odd Lots. We discussed his experience here in America, his assessment of the state of US-China relations, and what his message will be upon his return to China.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Inside the 3-Day Think Tank: David Gonzalez Launches New Format Where World-Class Founders Teach Each Other
AUSTIN, Texas, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Most masterminds follow the same tired script: pack a room, bring in paid speakers, fill the stage with sponsor pitches, and treat attendees like targets. David Gonzalez just blew that model up with his newly evolved 3-Day Think Tank—a curated workshop-and-think tank experience where no one's pitched to, and everyone is there to who runs one of the top affiliate and partnership networks in the U.S., doesn't need Think Tank as a revenue stream. 'My main business already generates strong revenue. This isn't my livelihood—it's my labor of love,' he says. 'That's why every detail of the experience is designed around real value. No stage pitches. No upsells. Just world-class founders helping each other win.' Not Speakers. Not Gurus. Just Founders. There are no paid speakers. In fact, there are no speakers at all in the traditional sense. Every single person in the room could headline a major conference. But here, they're not speakers—they're contributors. And this isn't just a place where attendees sit passively in chairs. It's a room filled with founders who've built $10M, $100M, and even billion-dollar businesses—showing up to work, not to perform. Private Think Tanks Come First At the heart of the format are Private Think Tank Sessions—deep, 3-hour hot seats that take place in the guest house. These are not open mic sessions. They're focused, high-stakes problem-solving experiences where 5 to 7 elite founders dive into one person's biggest challenge until it's cracked wide open. Many of the experts involved don't just happen to be attending. They fly in specifically to serve on these hot seats—world-class operators selected for their ability to generate massive breakthroughs. It's not unusual for these conversations to unlock millions in revenue or operational clarity on the spot. 'The think tanks are the secret weapon,' Gonzalez says. 'It's the purest version of a mastermind I've ever seen—no egos, no fluff, just precision insight from people who've actually done it.' Hands-On Workshops With Deployable Tools Complementing the think tanks are founder-led workshops in the main house, shaped by a single question sent to participants weeks in advance: 'What session would make you skip lunch to attend?' The most recent Think Tank included sessions like: Keith Breseé, architect of Dave Ramsey's $200M content empire and Manscaped's viral growth, delivered a plug-and-play content calendar that drives traffic and revenue across industries. Patrick Stiles, founder of Vidalytics, used $3B+ in video data to teach split-testing frameworks and scripts responsible for multi-million-dollar launches. Jared Todd, founder of THIRA Partners, shared hiring systems used by 10+ billionaire entrepreneurs and portfolio companies of Sequoia Capital and Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). These weren't theory-heavy keynotes. Attendees left with SOPs, templates, and frameworks designed to deploy Monday morning. A True Mastermind Experience The main house is intentionally structured for organic 'drop-in intelligence'—conversations that unfold in the cigar lounge, around the fire pit, or during a casual game of pickleball. The environment is relaxed, but the ideas exchanged are anything but.'This isn't a cattle call,' Gonzalez says. 'You're not just a number helping me hit revenue goals. You're part of a hand-selected membership, and the vibe of the group is sacred.' There are no speakers to sell you anything. No sponsors pitching from stage. No one paid to be there to 'close the room.' Everyone in attendance was chosen based on merit, contribution, and alignment. What's Next Future 3-Day Think Tanks are already being scoped for Dubai, Barcelona, Manila, and São Paulo. But the format will remain capped at 50 attendees, max. The exclusivity is the value. Applications for future cohorts are now open at Press Contact: Charlene Legaspi Leader Communications admin@ Disclaimer: This press release is provided by 3-Day Think Tank. The statements, views, and opinions expressed are solely those of the provider and do not necessarily reflect those of this media platform or its publisher. Any names or brands mentioned are used for identification purposes only and remain the property of their respective owners. No endorsement or guarantee is made regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or professional advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct independent research and consult qualified professionals. The publisher is not liable for any losses, damages, or legal issues arising from the use or publication of this content. Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
Winnipeg Free Press
5 days ago
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Letters, June 16
Opinion Re: 'Misuse of money' (Letters, June 13) In his letter, Ernie Wiens encourages us to speak out against the misuse of money on weaponry to 'fan the flames of war' when our own back yard is burning right here at home. Speaking out is one necessity, the other is 'spending our privilege.' Sometimes spending privilege means speaking out, sometimes it means giving of our volunteer time, and sometimes spending privilege literally means supporting and spending our own excess money on local and global organizations that promote peace and help with disaster relief. Thanks to the Free Press for publishing stories that keep us informed about wars and disaster zones (wildfires) along with providing us ideas about where to give money, protest and volunteer. There are many good ways to spend privilege. Peter Krahn Winnipeg Re: 'Food over sprawl' (Letters, June 12) The developing housing policy of the Green Party of Manitoba, of which I am leader, explains a very different and more enlightened approach to meeting housing needs in Manitoba. We need to support families to build housing in the country and recreate communities. This will dramatically reduce the housing shortage in the most overcrowded areas, when done with a modern zoning plan. A better solution is likely small regenerative and organic mixed farming, public or cooperative ownership of common lands. Farmers and other residents sharing the land. The infrastructure could avoid mixing water and sewage with no water or power utilities needed. Industrial agriculture does not produce food for Manitobans; it is an export business. The pesticides, fertilizers and monocrops create nutrient runoff and dead zones for biodiversity. Even a regular suburb with roads can have more birds and insects. Janine Gibson Steinbach Re: Fix school of choice progress — and boost academics (Think Tank, June 11) I greatly appreciate the op-ed by Joanne Seiff about the situation going on at the Winnipeg School Division. I hope that your newsroom will continue to shine a light on the problems around school of choice in the division. It is well worth investigating the deeply inequitable practices taking place in the city's older neighbourhoods. As a parent in the division, my child is being denied educational opportunities by being forced to stay in his catchment, opportunities that students less than two blocks west of us are simply entitled to. While I agree that there are merits to students going to school in their neighbourhoods, it is more important that students are given equal opportunities no matter where in the city they live, that is the very core of public education. Instead, the division is going about this change backwards by forcing this change without first creating equal programs in the schools. It is even more insulting that we have been told (repeatedly by the superintendent and assistant superintendent) that we should be willing to accept the denial of educational opportunities to our child because this plan could result in improved schools in five to 10 years. Based on how poorly the division has handled things so far, that timeline seems like some very wishful thinking. Timothy Penner Winnipeg Re: Downtown mural illustrates ties between province, grateful Ukrainian newcomers (June 10) My letter focuses on the commitment and appreciation of a local artist Jennifer Mosienko and Mila Shykota, a newcomer to Manitoba who spearheaded the project in conjunction with Take Pride Winnipeg. In Winnipeg, we have many beautiful murals identifying cultural mosaic settings, all of tremendous imaginary meaningful perspectives, distributed throughout our wonderful city. The mural that was recently completed entitled Pray for Ukraine, located in the Exchange District, has its own meaning, symbolizing hope, peace and a rebirth of Ukraine. It is unique, reflecting the difficulties and hopes of all immigrants who leave their mother country and desire to make a new life, particularly in Canada. As a Winnipegger, I appreciate Mila Shykota, the brainchild behind the project who had a goal by providing Winnipeg a sense of recognition and awareness that cities support each other. This mural in the Exchange District will leave a remembrance, how welcoming and helpful citizens of Winnipeg are to each other and to new Canadians. A thank-you goes to Jennifer Mosienko, the artist, who committed herself to this major project, which will become a landmark and legacy in our city. We need a guiding light in our lives. Peter John Manastyrsky Winnipeg The Trump administration's sensationalist accusations directed at the immigrant population with respect to crime, has been statistically proven false time and time again. Over the past 150 years, the immigrant population has never been incarcerated at a rate higher than American-born citizens, and yet we're being led to believe these people bear a mortal threat to the republic, while a sitting president who advocated for an insurrection is intent upon inflicting misery upon largely defenceless people seeking a better life. Americans in general seem to ignore their history of wilfully injecting their economic and political self interest into the affairs of the nations from which many immigrants seek refuge. Cuba is but one example, but I rather doubt many Americans have ever learned as to the conditions which lead to Castro's ascendance and the inevitability of reoccurrences elsewhere. When a country incessantly advertises itself as the dream to which all should aspire, finds itself in repulsion of those who follow the bread crumbs they themselves toss about, it's rather obvious as to the cynical game the MAGA world has opted to play for purely political and self-enrichment purpose. Years ago, I found myself stranded along an Florida interstate. I made my way to a gas bar only to find a state trooper parked outside and asked him if he might be able to help me out. His response was it'd be best to walk a few miles and I might be so fortunate to find a garage open and be willing to help me out. I was about to make the trek when a voice called out, sir, let me help. A guy whose wife was tending the gas bar and was hanging around with their son to keep her company as she worked the night shift came to my rescue. We drove to my stranded car and he boosted the battery and off I was able to go. I put a bunch of bills in his hand and he refused to take them saying that Canada had been good to his family and he was honoured to return the favour. To my mind, these are the people that make America great and thankfully we as Canadians, have recognized. Dan Donahue Winnipeg
Winnipeg Free Press
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Holocaust education and current conflicts
Opinion John R. Wiens's recent op-ed (We must teach the Holocaust — but that won't be easy, Think Tank, June 6) raises important concerns about the challenges of teaching the Holocaust amid the Israel-Hamas war. Best practices in Holocaust education continue to evolve along with present-day realities and challenges. Available in more than a dozen languages, the 2019 IHRA Recommendations on Teaching and Learning About the Holocaust was crafted by international scholars in the field to help curriculum developers and educators teach about the complex and nuanced history of the Holocaust. We are working on a new edition for 2026. In November of 2023, I approached the Manitoba government about a mandated curriculum on Holocaust education and was delighted by the positive response from the province, which subsequently announced its partnership with the Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada to introduce mandatory Holocaust education in schools. 'This includes developing new curriculum guidance, implementation tools, and resources for educators. The partnership aims to ensure all students in Manitoba are educated about the Holocaust and its impact, and to combat antisemitism.' Kelly Hiebert, an award-winning educator, was then selected by the Manitoba government to help develop a new Holocaust curriculum for the province's students. Wiens claims that 'today's politics of difference' inform him that a non-Jew cannot understand or appreciate the injustices of antisemitism and that one must choose between being a Zionist and pro-Palestinian. Many respected scholars on antisemitism are in fact not Jewish. Zionism is simply the right of Jews to self-determination in our ancestral homeland. Support for Palestinians is not anathema to that belief. As for criticism of the policies of the Israeli government, we have been clear that criticism of Israel similar to that leveled against any other country cannot be regarded as antisemitic. I respectfully challenge a central claim of Wien's argument — that Holocaust education today must be inextricably linked with current events in Gaza, and that such teaching risks doing more harm than good in the current political climate. This approach risks weakening both the effectiveness of Holocaust education and the clarity students need when learning about mass atrocities. To begin, the Holocaust was a defining event in the history of humanity that shook the foundations of Western civilization and transformed international politics and justice. It was a singular, systematic genocide: the industrialized murder of six million Jews alongside the targeted killing of millions of others. Teaching about the Holocaust requires careful attention to historical specificity, rooted in facts, survivor testimony, and the ideological machinery of antisemitism that enabled it. To connect Holocaust education directly with the Gaza conflict — however pressing and tragic — risks distorting both topics. These are not interchangeable events, nor are they parallel in scope, intent, or execution. Conflating them, even in the spirit of contemporary relevance, invites students to draw inappropriate moral equivalencies and may unintentionally reinforce antisemitic tropes — including the idea that Jews are collectively responsible for actions of the state of Israel. Wiens expresses concern that teachers are unprepared for the political backlash they may face when tackling such topics. But the answer is not to sideline Holocaust education or to dilute it with present-day disputes. The answer is to better support educators: with training, curriculum resources, and clear guidance on how to engage students in both historical thinking and ethical reflection. We have already begun that process with a Manitoba-wide professional development day a few weeks ago, that included the participation of recognized national experts in the field, and we will be offering many more opportunities next year. It is entirely possible — and necessary — to teach the Holocaust without turning the classroom into a battleground over modern geopolitics. Teachers should not be asked to resolve the Israeli-Hamas conflict in real time. Nor should Holocaust instruction be framed as contingent on 'cleaning up' adult failures in the political sphere. Our students deserve a focused space to learn about antisemitism — both past and present — and to understand how hatred and conspiracy theories fuel violence. Let us be clear: we must also teach about human rights violations wherever they occur. Manitoba offers a curriculum on global issues that addresses these concerns. These discussions matter, and they belong in our classrooms — but not at the cost of obscuring or distorting the Holocaust's historical reality. In this time of polarization, clarity is a moral necessity. At a time when Holocaust denial and distortion both online and offline is increasing dramatically, accompanied by an exponential rise in antisemitism, Holocaust education remains a key tool for countering prejudice and cultivating inclusion. We must ensure that this important subject is taught with the depth, care, and context it deserves. Belle Jarniewski is the executive director of the Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada and serves on the Education Working Group of Canada's federally appointed delegation to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, the only intergovernmental organization with a mandate focused on addressing contemporary challenges related to the Holocaust and the genocide of the Roma.
