Dementia educator Kathi Miracle joins us to discuss one of the most important but often overlooked aspects of dementia care: planning ahead. We break down the key legal and medical documents families should have in place, including powers of attorney, advance directives, and other essential planning tools. Kathi also shares practical advice on avoiding common mistakes, navigating family disagreements, and taking the first steps toward protecting loved ones before difficult decisions arise.

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Exploring the growing use of non-disclosure agreements in major development projects and the tension they create between economic development and public transparency. Eri and Laura discuss how elected officials can legally sign NDAs during negotiations involving data centers, technology projects, land deals, and tax incentives, often before residents know what is being planned in their communities. The conversation examines whether confidentiality protects legitimate business interests or prevents the public from having a meaningful voice in decisions that may permanently reshape their towns, resources, and future.

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Exploring how voting rights in the United States have evolved from the protections established by the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to the legal and political battles taking place today. Eri and Laura examine the history of voter suppression, the impact of major court decisions such as Shelby County v. Holder, and the ongoing debates over redistricting, election administration, and access to the ballot box. The conversation focuses on a larger question facing many Americans: whether concerns about voting rights stem from weakened protections, declining trust in institutions, or a combination of both.

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