Podcasts about surviving

She fought her way into 1980s Hollywood when the boys' club ruled everything… and she refused to back down. Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas went from an ambitious Valley girl to one of the most powerful agents in entertainment, representing Julia Roberts, Madonna, and Jennifer Lopez, who later became her producing partner at Nuyorican Productions. In this episode of Superwomen, Elaine gets real about surviving the sexism of Hollywood's golden era, why she walked away from the top of her game to reinvent herself as a writer and producer, and how her viral debut novel Climbing in Heels is pulling back the curtain on that world. It's raw, it's inspiring, and it proves that sometimes being relentless is the only way forward. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Author & Producing Partner to Jennifer Lopez (02:25) The heartbreak that launched her Hollywood hustle(09:15) Cracking the code to get past gatekeepers(11:58) Surviving sexism while climbing the agency ladder(15:28) Leaving agenting at the top of her game(18:10) Lessons from working with Jennifer Lopez(19:52) Climbing in Heels and three women's stories(23:03) Turning the book into a TV series(28:02) Facing fear, cancer, and learning to just do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No More Guessing. No More Overwhelm. Just Your Own 30-Day Hormone Game Plan, Customized To You. Book Your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available): https://bit.ly/hormonebreakthru Tired by 2pm—even after coffee? You're not alone.  In this week's NEW bonus tip episode, I'm sharing 3 better-than-coffee energy boosters to help you stay focused and balanced—without the caffeine crash.

Until the very recent past, your chances of surviving childhood were iffy. Your chances of losing one or more of your own children were high. The invention of vaccines dramatically improved children's health, but getting there was a challenge for both scientists and policy makers. Vaccine hesitancy is nothing new. The fact that so many of us have never experienced any of the major diseases ranks among the top human achievements of all time. Visit the ⁠website⁠ (herhalfofhistory.com) for sources, transcripts, and pictures. This show survives on the support of listeners like you. Support the show on my ⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠ (⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/user?u=83998235⁠⁠) for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and polls. Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠. Your support helps me keep bring the stories of past women into the present. Join ⁠Into History⁠ for a community of ad-free history podcasts, plus bonus content. Visit ⁠Evergreen Podcasts⁠ to listen to more great shows. Follow me on ⁠Threads⁠ as Her Half of History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We often pray for growth, abundance, and new opportunities—yet when the new season arrives, we try to meet it with our old selves. In this week's episode of Mommying, Surviving, and Thriving, Myla dives into the power of identity shifts.It's not about changing who you are—it's about becoming more of who you were always meant to be. From releasing beliefs that no longer serve you, to embracing daily habits that align with your future self, this episode is your loving reminder: you don't have to earn your next level—you have to embody it.✨ Affirmation of the week: I am becoming the woman I've always dreamed of. And I trust her.

Fifty years ago, schoolboy Phil was knocked out by a British science fiction TV show, the post-apocalyptic SURVIVORS. Created by Terry Nation - who also created DOCTOR WHO's recurring enemy the Daleks and BLAKES SEVEN - SURVIVORS ran for three seasons.Today, Phil has persuaded Colin to take a first look at this sometimes harrowing (but ultimately life-affirming) cult classic, and together they discuss some selected episodes from the series. If you check out the show notes, you'll find direct links to the episodes we've been watching, so you can watch them, too.Find the show notes at https://101sf.blogspot.com/2025/08/surviving-survivors-episode-58-of.html

Earlier this year, Chinese student Zhenhao Zou was jailed for 24 years for drugging and raping ten women in the UK and China. He has been described by police as one of Britain's “most prolific sexual predators”. After his trial, detectives said they feared he may have attacked 50 more women – many of whom are yet to be identified. Following connections on Chinese social media, reporter Wanqing Zhang from the BBC's Global China Unit has been speaking exclusively to several of Zou's victims, and a translator who has helped them, revealing shocking details about his crimes.

In this episode, Highland Park Parade shooting survivor Sheila Gutman shares her powerful story of resilience, recovery, and the ongoing challenges survivors face. 

What is so overwhelming about the first 6 weeks of parenting? Well, to be honest, a lot! But it doesn't have to mean struggling 24/7. In this episode, we dive into the preparation for parental leave, the logistics of preparing for baby, and setting up care in the postpartum period. To tackle this subject today on Yoga | Birth | Babies I have Jen Mayer. As a parent of 2, Jen understands the challenges families face in a system not designed to support them. She is the founder of Baby Caravan- a service she launched in 2013 to support parents through pregnancy and early parenthood with holistic doula matching. She also founded Fully Funded, where she works as a financial counselor, helping individuals and couples with a range of financial needs. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com Don't forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains HERE  If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) or on Spotify! To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  Instagram & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When life feels overwhelming, it's easy to reach for your phone as an escape. A quick scroll can numb the stress for a moment, but before you know, hours are gone, your energy is drained, and the problems are still waiting. In this episode of the Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, I share how I re-designed my phone to actually support me in a survival season (postpartum, homeschooling, and juggling life with five kids). Instead of pulling me away from what matters, it now helps me stay anchored in the essentials. I'll walk you through: Why your phone might be keeping you stuck in survival mode The simple changes I made to protect my priorities How the three pillars of thriving (scope, structure, and soul) apply even to smartphone use Practical ways to create a system that keeps you focused on what matters most If you've ever felt like your phone is running your life instead of helping it, this episode will give you new hope (and some concrete strategies) for making technology work for you.

Michael Ware witnessed some of the most violent battles in Baghdad; and was kidnapped three times.He was one of the few Western journalists to live full-time in Iraq during the war, embedded with U.S. forces, insurgents, and terrorists. Leaving the war zone and resettling in Brisbane, Michael has had to 'consciously attempt to reclaim his life'.Further informationOriginally broadcast July 2012.Content warning: This interview contains distressing content. Please listen with care.Michael released a film in 2015, Only The Dead, based on more than 250 hours of his personal footage from the front lines. If you need help, you can call Open Arms, 24-hour crisis support for Veterans and their families on 1800 011 046https://www.openarms.gov.au/Or you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14.https://www.lifeline.org.au/This episode was produced by Michelle Ransom-Hughes. The Executive Producer was Pam O'Brien. Carmel Rooney is the Executive Producer of the 20th Anniversary Collection.You can read all about the Conversations origin story on the ABC News website.https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-03/richard-fidler-reflects-on-20-years-of-conversations/105495784This episode of Conversations touches on Saddam Hussein, ISIS, IS, Islamic State, embedding, Australian Defence Force, ADF, Baghdad bad boys and Al-Qaida.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:   How API's are the Key to Agentic AI, Q&A (Darian Chwialkowski, Third Stage Consulting) Surviving the Chaos of Digital Transformation (Darian Chwialkowski, Third Stage Consulting) How to Start an AI Tech Company   We also cover a number of other relevant topics related to digital and business transformation throughout the show.  

This week on The Bossy Big Sis, Brandi is talking about the hard stuff no one signs up for, the valleys of life we never would have chosen. The Bible reminds us that there will be trouble, but also that trouble can produce perseverance and a character that doesn't quit. This isn't just about surviving what's been thrown at you, it's about the choice you have in what comes next.

Welcome back to The NERVE! Conversations With Movement Elders a podcast from the National Council of Elders featuring intergenerational conversations between elder and younger organizers about important topics in our movements today.  This episode features a conversation about how we can navigate climate crisis and survive on the frontlines in the immediate moment, while still moving forward with power building for a new world? Hurricane Katrina and the Gulf Coast Crisis that unfolded in 2005 marked a major social movement turning point in the United States. Katrina exposed the combination of a heightened climate crisis and how the state and private forces are arranged not to protect or rebuild but to extract, abandon, and displace our people and our resources. This episode digs into community responses to Katrina 20 years ago, and current organizing in the face of Hurricane Helene and flooding across central Appalachia.  This episode is hosted by Aljosie Aldrich Harding (she/her) a member of NCOE, a community organizer, a memory worker, and a strong believer in political education and spiritual healing.  Joining Aljosie in this conversation are: Artivista Karlin (she/her) grew up in Miami, Florida and is a current college student based in Durham, NC. Artivista organizes with the Sunrise Movement a movement of young people fighting to stop the climate crisis and win a Green New Deal. Willa Johnson (she/her) lives in eastern Kentucky where she was raised. In 2022, Willa and her son lost their house in devastating floods. She has been doing flood and tornado response work in rural Appalachia ever since. She is the Disaster Recovery Communications Coordinator for Invest Appalachia  Ms. Oleta Garrett Fitzgerald (she/her) is based in Jackson, Mississippi and has been working across the gulf coast region for decades. Oleta is the Executive Director of the Children's Defense Fund Southern Regional Office. She is also the Regional Administrator for the Southern Rural Black Women's Initiative for Economic and Social Justice. She was active in Hurricane Katrina support work.    CREDITS: Created and produced by the National Council of Elders podcast and oral history team: Aljosie Aldrich Harding, Frances Reid, Eddie Gonzalez, Sarayah Wright, alyzza may, and Rae Garringer. RESOURCES: Report produced by the Children's Defense Fund which Ms. Oleta Fitzgerald mentions during the podcast:  What It Takes to Rebuild a Village After a Disaster: Stories From Internally Displaced Children and Families of Hurricane Katrina and Their Lessons for Our Nation Documentary Recommendations from Aljosie Aldrich Harding:  Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time.  Director Traci A. Curry.  Hulu/Disney and NatGeo Katrina: Come Hell and High Water. Executive Producer Spike Lee.  Netflix            

In this episode, Highland Park Parade shooting survivor Sheila Gutman shares her powerful story of resilience, recovery, and the ongoing challenges survivors face. 

Send us a textIn this inspiring episode of Soulful Self-Care Conversations, host Pearl Chiarenza sits down with Dr. Ellen Mosti—holistic health coach, transformational speaker, and founder of Lightness One All. With her unique blend of expertise in pharmacy, theology, energy healing, and coaching, Dr. Ellen guides women to heal from trauma, release limiting patterns, and rediscover their inner radiance.Together, Pearl and Dr. Ellen dive deep into the truths of self-care, boundaries, and the courage it takes to shine your light unapologetically in the world.What You'll Hear in This Episode:✨ Little Ellen's Dream – From aspiring nurse and hairdresser to pharmacist and healer, Dr. Ellen shares how her childhood passions shaped her purpose.✨ The Limits of Medication – Why Dr. Ellen left a 25-year career in pharmacy to explore what lies beneath symptoms and uncover root causes of illness.✨ Feel It to Heal It – The connection between suppressed emotions, trauma, and disease—and how creating safe spaces to feel allows true healing to begin.✨ Breaking People-Pleasing Patterns – How saying “yes” to everything depletes us, why boundaries matter, and how to recognize when people-pleasing is actually manipulation.✨ The Journey to Shine – Dr. Ellen opens up about divorce, fear, and rediscovering play, creativity, and joy later in life.✨ From Simply Surviving to Radically Thriving – A look into her empowering book and the five steps she created to help women unleash their unstoppable selves.Powerful Quotes from Dr. Ellen:“You've got to feel it to heal it.”“People pleasing is actually manipulation—we're trying to control how others respond to us.”“If you're at the bottom of your to-do list, you'll never get to you.”“The older I got, the more I let go of fear—and the freer and more joyful life became.”“We are all geniuses and miracles. Because we are here, we deserve to thrive.”Resources & Links Mentioned:

Ann talks with father-daughter pair Sami and Sam Brown about Music, Fuzzy Friends, and life. We get some great music from Sami. Pam Brashears stops by to talk about The Surviving and Thriving Cancer Retreat, and Act Locally Live with Elizabeth Riley brings us some community news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today he's on F1TV giving us expert racing insight. But 10 years ago, James Hinchcliffe suffered a near-fatal accident during practice for the 2015 Indy500, which left many people doubting that his racing career could continue. A year later, he scored a sensational pole position at the very same racetrack. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, James talks through the freak injury he suffered and how he made such a miraculous recovery. A six-time IndyCar race winner, James also explains what it takes to be quick on high-speed ovals, whether the likes of Max Verstappen would be competitive on them and whether Indy stars like new four-time champion Alex Palou could succeed in Formula 1. Tom asks James why, despite being such a huge fan of F1 growing up, he didn't pursue a career in the pinnacle of motorsport, and whether he thinks the United States needs an American on the grid. Now a regular pundit and commentator on F1TV, James also shares his thoughts on the thrilling battle between McLaren teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris to become World Champion in 2025. It's All To Drive For in 2025. Be there! Book your seat for a Grand Prix this season at tickets.formula1.com Listen to more official F1 podcasts Every race analysed on F1 Nation Expert answers to your questions on F1 Explains THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: CalderaLab: Head to calderaLab.com/grid and use GRID at checkout for 20% off your first order. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/beyondthegrid Babbel: Get up to 55% off at babbel.com/grid Vanta: Visit vanta.com/grid to sign up for a free demo today!

This week, Mal sits down with Survivor legend and recent author Parvati Shallow. We dive into how being born into a commune made her “good at suffering”  and how it became her secret weapon in the game of Survivor. Parvati also opens up about her journey of coming out - the fears, freedom, and the joy of choosing authenticity. It's a conversation about resilience and learning to thrive in the spaces that once tried to confine you. ⁠Follow the guest ⁠⁠@parvatishallow,⁠⁠ follow the channel @madeitout and follow Mal @malglowenke Order Parvati's book: https://parvatishallowbook.com Thanks to this episode's sponsors! -Mint Mobile: Get our new customer offer and a 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at https://mintmobile.com/made   -Paired: Head to https://www.paired.com/MADE and download the #1 app for couples to start maintaining your lasting love today.

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Holly shares her story this episode - and it was all I could do to let Holly just talk! I had so many questions, but I knew if I ruined the flow, I might not hear all that she has to share. And every single miracle emerged out of her being in a coma, in the hospital, for 70 days while having COVID. During that time when she was intubated and in another realm, she had experience after experience of deceased relatives visiting her, two NDE's (!!) and multiple other Divine interventions letting Holly know that her work was not done on this plane. Suffice it to say that she received a Divine mandate during those days and is now in the world making it come alive, and believe me when I say Holly is here to help all of us, and remind us all that life is full of mystery and miracles! To read up on Holly and her powerful work click here! To check out her books, click here! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING, AND IF YOU PLEASE, A RATING OR A REVIEW WOULD MAKE ME DANCE IN THE STREETS! Your bit of beauty is this, monsoon season is winding down here in New Mexico and we are seeing rainbows aplenty here in the high desert...so I found a gorgeous image of a double rainbow at this website! So be sure to check it out!

Holly shares her story this episode - and it was all I could do to let Holly just talk! I had so many questions, but I knew if I ruined the flow, I might not hear all that she has to share. And every single miracle emerged out of her being in a coma, in the hospital, for 70 days while having COVID. During that time when she was intubated and in another realm, she had experience after experience of deceased relatives visiting her, two NDE's (!!) and multiple other Divine interventions letting Holly know that her work was not done on this plane. Suffice it to say that she received a Divine mandate during those days and is now in the world making it come alive, and believe me when I say Holly is here to help all of us, and remind us all that life is full of mystery and miracles! To read up on Holly and her powerful work click here! To check out her books, click here! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING, AND IF YOU PLEASE, A RATING OR A REVIEW WOULD MAKE ME DANCE IN THE STREETS! Your bit of beauty is this, monsoon season is winding down here in New Mexico and we are seeing rainbows aplenty here in the high desert...so I found a gorgeous image of a double rainbow at this website! So be sure to check it out!

No More Guesswork. No More Labwork. Just your own personal hormone game plan, customized to you. Book your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available): https://bit.ly/hormonebreakthru What if the reason you're really exhausted, restless, or lying awake at 2am… is your morning coffee? Sounds crazy, right?...but multiple studies show that women metabolize caffeine up to 40% SLOWER in perimenopause. Today, we're pulling back the curtain on why caffeine hits harder in midlife and 5 simple hacks to make your daily cup a little more hormone-friendly—without giving it up completely. In this episode, we‘ll address your most commonly asked questions, including: ✅ Why does coffee make me feel more anxious in my 40s?  ✅ Is it bad to drink coffee on an empty stomach?  ✅ How long does caffeine stay in your system in perimenopause?  ✅ Does declining estrogen impact how I process caffeine?  ✅ What's the best time to stop drinking coffee for better sleep after 40? ✅ Why am I still tired after drinking coffee?  ✅ What are some signs my coffee habit is stressing out my hormones? ✅ Is Coffee Mate bad for my hormones?  ✅ What can I put in my coffee to avoid spiking my blood sugar? If your morning coffee gives you more anxiety than energy—this episode's for you! — Next Step: No More Guesswork. No More Labwork. Just your own personal hormone game plan, customized to you. Book your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available): https://bit.ly/hormonebreakthru — Back-2-Hormone Basics Episodes: EP 87 | “Why Am I So Tired, Foggy, and Moody?” 5 Signs Your Body Is Fighting Inflammation & Needs a Detox to Balance Hormones: https://pod.fo/e/317515 EP 86 | You'll Never Fix Your Perimenopause Symptoms Until You Address This... [AYTM Flashback]: https://pod.fo/e/3113b1 — Resources: Do You Have A Hormone Imablance? Take my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://areyoutheremidlife.com/ Tired of Tossing and Turning? Grab my FREE “Better Sleep After 40” Supplement Cheat Sheet: https://monicalanetopete.kit.com/sleepbetter Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

What if one phone call could completely change the trajectory of your life? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Johnson, a scientist turned entrepreneur, president of the New Jersey Innovation Institute, and now author of 1% Dad. His story is one of relentless work ethic, fearless curiosity, and the ability to seize opportunity when it knocks, even if you don't recognize it at first. From a childhood shaped by devoted parents and early struggles in school and sports, Michael shares how discovering the power of hard work in high school football set him on a path of discipline that has driven every chapter of his journey.We dive into the unlikely twists that brought him from building rockets in the driveway with his science-teacher dad to a NASA internship he almost ignored, to launching a biotech company out of a basement.Michael takes us inside the grit behind building Visikol, from hustling for early funding to convincing pharma giants to trust two twenty-somethings with their most guarded research, and the gut-wrenching challenges of keeping a startup alive through crises, including COVID, when business evaporated overnight. His decision to sell the company at its peak was equal parts strategic foresight and personal necessity, a move that proved wise when the market collapsed shortly after.Today, as President of the New Jersey Innovation Institute, he's focused on helping founders get their ideas into the world and inspiring fathers to excel in both their personal and professional lives through his newly released book, 1% Dad. His book serves as a call to action for men to reconnect with their health, purpose, and presence at home, and Michael gets honest about the isolation, self-doubt, and quiet struggles many fathers face. He also opens up about the moments of vulnerability behind his successes, the mentors who shaped him, and the practical mindset shifts that have carried him forward.This episode is packed with stories, lessons, and insights that hit well beyond business. If you've ever wondered how to navigate the unknown, protect your energy, and keep pushing forward when things get messy, this one is for you.00:00 – Introduction & Early Life 02:36 – Discovering Discipline Through Sports 07:29 – Mentors & Lifelong Lessons 11:14 – From Science Enthusiast to NASA 17:46 – Early Entrepreneurial Spirit 20:25 – Founding Visikol 23:36 – Securing First Funding 26:54 – Surviving the Startup Struggle29:09 – The COVID Crisis & Pivot 30:56 – Deciding to Sell 33:41 – Leading NJII 39:15 – Writing 1% Dad 42:09 – Vulnerability & Honesty in the Book 45:19 – Silencing Self-Doubt 48:20 – Advice to His Younger Self 51:34 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find the BookMichael on Socials: IG: mjohnson_phd  X: @MichaelJoh82712LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-johnson-njii/ Youtube: @1percentdad Jon on Socials: IG: @thejonschultzpodcast X: @JonSchultzPod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-jon-schultz-podcast www.jonschultz.com

In this heartfelt episode of Widowed 2 Soon, host Michelle Bader Ebersole sits down with Robyn Dillon—a widow, grief coach, and ministry leader from Virginia—to share her powerful story of love, loss, and resilience. Within a short span of time, Robin faced the unimaginable: losing both her husband and her adult son.With honesty and grace, Robyn opens up about her childhood love story, the challenges of blended family life, and the raw reality of navigating grief as both a wife and a mother. She shares how faith carried her through, how she embraced healthy grieving, and how she found renewed purpose as a Christian life coach—helping others move from simply surviving to truly thriving.Together, Michelle and Robyn explore:Coping with the early, lonely days of widowhoodThe role of faith, self-care, and community in healingSupporting children through griefHonoring sorrow while choosing hopeRediscovering meaning and even considering dating againThis compassionate conversation is a comforting reminder that while every grief journey is unique, no one has to walk it alone. You'll come away encouraged, understood, and equipped with practical wisdom from two women who deeply “get it.”If you're looking for hope, support, or simply a reminder that you belong, don't miss this moving episode. Subscribe to Widowed 2 Soon, leave a five-star review, and share your own story—we'd love to hear your voice.Follow Robyn on FacebookCheck out Robyn's Coaching Website Click HERE to order Michelle's book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonBook Michelle as a speakerGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals Groups⁠⁠To join our podcast listener community, send me a message here. Thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 Soon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Michelle on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowgoals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See our videos on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me michelle@widowgoals.org

Over the course of several years, Angela Ibarra faced a series of profound losses, including her husband, her mother, her job, and eventually her father. Her caregiving journey began early, shaped by a childhood spent supporting a sister with muscular dystrophy and later intensified as she became the primary caregiver for her mother, who suffered from Alzheimer's. Angela candidly shares the emotional toll of watching her mother's personality change, the exhaustion of managing her care, and the heartbreak of feeling both anger and love during her mother's decline. She describes the unique pain of grieving someone long before their physical passing and the complicated relief that can accompany the end of a loved one's suffering.Angela's story is also one of adaptation and self-discovery. After losing her husband and mother within weeks of each other, and later her father, Angela was forced to confront not only her grief but also the impact these experiences had on her career and sense of self. She speaks openly about the challenges of returning to work, the lack of understanding from colleagues, and the eventual loss of her job, which became a catalyst for seeking therapy and reevaluating her life's direction. Through writing, connecting with others, and embracing her vulnerability, Angela has found new purpose in sharing her story and supporting others who are navigating similar journeys. Her reflections underscore the importance of self-compassion, the messiness of caregiving, and the ongoing process of healing after loss.Thank you to sponsor: CareScoutAngela Ibarra is a former VP of HR who spent over 30 years at HP in a variety of leadership roles. Now, she helps entrepreneurs launch their own staffing agencies. She is still figuring out who she wants to be when she grows up. What she can say is that she is a survivor, a storyteller, and a lifelong work in progress.She has raised an incredible and very spirited daughter who has taught her the importance of having several bottles of red wine on hand at all times.She now proudly answers to "Gigi" to a growing crew of grandkids, which is a whole different level of joy.When she's not coaching future business owners, she's probably writing, cooking, sipping wine, or watching animal videos, which is one of her passions. She is known as the animal whisperer.Whether through poetry, songwriting, or her in-progress book, she believes in the power of sharing stories—the real ones, with heart, grit, and humor. And yes, she's got a few to share.Support the showConfessions of a Reluctant Caregiver Sisterhood of Care, LLC Website: www.confessionsofareluctantcaregiver.com Like us on Facebook! Tweet with us on Twitter! Follow us on Instagram! Watch us on Youtube! Pin us on Pinterest! Link us on LinkedIn!Tune in on Whole Care Network

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Last time we spoke about the Battle for South Sakhalin and the Kurile Islands. In August 1945, as Japan teetered on the edge of destruction following the atomic bombings, a desperate situation unfolded. The Soviet Union launched a sudden invasion of Manchuria, catching Japanese forces off guard. On August 14, Japan's decision to surrender was made, announced to the world the following day. However, the Kwantung Army resisted fiercely, engaging in frantic evacuations. In South Sakhalin, Japanese defenders clashed with advancing Soviet troops, facing overwhelming odds. By August 18, chaos reigned on the Japanese side, with forces surrendering and civilians in panic. As the Soviets pushed forward, the situation became increasingly dire for Japan. Despite valiant resistance, the imminent defeat became clear. In a moment of critical decision, Emperor Hirohito accepted the surrender terms, officially sealing Japan's fate and marking the end of the Pacific War. However the Soviets had not yet stopped their onslaught.  This episode is the Soviet Victory in Asia Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  We are drawing near to the real conclusion of this series! Japan has officially surrendered, however the Soviets are not done just yet. East asia is a delicious piece of cake, laid wide open and Stalin intends to take every piece he can grab before the curtain falls. Now as we last left off it was August 18, and General Yamada's Kwantung Army had surrendered to the Soviet forces led by Marshal Vasilevsky, who were advancing rapidly through Manchuria. Yet, some Japanese units, like those at Kalgan, continued to resist occupation until the month's end. On August 19, following Yamada's announcement that all military operations had ceased, a Soviet delegation arrived at Hsinking.  A daring operation took place, where a 225-strong detachment from the 6th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade, part of the 5th Guards Tank Corps, was airlifted to the city's main airfield. This mission, along with others, was carried out under orders from Marshal Vasilevsky on August 18, following the commander's initial offer of surrender from the Kwantung Army. Vasilevsky's directive was urgent: “The Japanese resistance is broken, and the challenging road conditions hinder the swift advance of our main forces. We need to deploy specially formed, fast-moving, and well-equipped units to capture Changchun, Mukden, Jilin, and Harbin immediately. These units should remain flexible for future missions, regardless of their distance from the main forces.”The push to accelerate operations came directly from Stalin himself. In Kulichkin's biography of Marshal Vasilevsky, he recounts a pivotal phone call on August 15. Stalin was informed that the Japanese had “lost command and control” and were unable to mount a strong defense, with their forces divided into several fragmented groups. Vasilevsky confidently stated, “Even a miracle cannot save the Japanese from total defeat,” stressing the need to maintain the momentum of the offensive. Stalin's response was straightforward: “Good. We need to increase the pace. What proposals do you have?” Vasilevsky revealed plans to use airborne assault forces against larger cities like Harbin, Changchun, Jilin, and Mukden, alongside advanced mobile units across all combined arms armies. These units, consisting of tanks and assault guns, were fully equipped with desantniki, ready to engage firmly in the ongoing operations. The landing at Shenyang revealed a remarkable twist of fate. Waiting at the airfield for evacuation to Japan was none other than the recently abdicated Emperor Puyi of Manchukuo. On August 15, 1945, Puyi tuned in to the radio and listened to Emperor Hirohito's address announcing Japan's surrender. In this historic speech, the Showa Emperor referred to the Americans' use of a "most unusual and cruel bomb," which had just devastated Hiroshima and Nagasaki. For Puyi, this was the first revelation of the atomic bombings, information that the Japanese had conveniently withheld from him until that moment. The aircraft carrying Major Chelyshev's force, escorted by fighter planes, landed at 1:15 PM without any opposition and captured him. This small unit's survival hinged on remaining unchallenged, and they successfully secured the airfield. They also freed several Allied personnel held at the nearby Hoten prisoner-of-war camp. As soon as the landing was secured, additional reinforcements were airlifted in later that day, led by General Kravchenko, the commander of the 6th Guards Tank Army. He formally accepted the city's surrender, and the Soviets then transported Puyi to the Siberian town of Chita.  Meanwhile, Vasilevsky's ground offensive pressed on, mostly unopposed, though some resistance persisted. In the Transbaikal Front, Marshal Malinovsky's General Pliyev led his cavalry-mechanized units against the Japanese forces at Kalgan. Other units reached Jehol and accepted the surrender of the 108th Division. General Danilov's 17th Army secured the Shanhaiguan coast, while General Managarov's 53rd Army pushed towards Kailu. The main force of General Kravchenko's 6th Guards Tank Army regrouped at Tungliao and Kaitung, preparing to advance south toward Mukden. General Lyudnikov's 39th Army steadily approached Changchun, confronting the bypassed 107th Division, and General Luchinsky's 36th Army occupied Tsitsihar, accepting the surrender of the 136th Independent Mixed Brigade. At the same time, on General Purkayev's 2nd Far Eastern Front, General Teryokhin's 2nd Red Banner Army continued its siege of the Aihun fortified region. Meanwhile, a forward detachment moved slowly south through the Lesser Khinghan Mountains. General Mamonov's 15th Army began capturing and processing prisoners from the many retreating Japanese units after a successful amphibious assault secured Sansing. The Amur Flotilla supported the army's push towards Harbin, while General Pashkov's 5th Rifle Corps finally reached Poli, which had already been occupied by other Soviet units. In Marshal Meretskov's 1st Far Eastern Front, forward detachments of General Zakhvatayev's 35th Army began arriving at Linkou, focusing on the surrender of Japanese units in the area. Rear elements effectively eliminated the last traces of enemy resistance in the Hutou fortified area.  After a challenging struggle through the wetlands and the capture of Mishan on August 12, advanced detachments of the 35th Army's main force, the 66th and 363rd Rifle Divisions, continued their advance against minimal opposition. The situation was starkly different to their rear, where the 1056th Rifle Regiment of the 264th Rifle Division, supported by the heavily reinforced 109th Fortified Region, worked to dismantle the now-isolated Hutou fortified area. Despite the dire circumstances, the garrison refused to surrender. Thus, the focus shifted to systematically eliminating their defenses, which became a painstaking task. The attackers deployed an artillery destruction group, secured air supremacy, and utilized well-trained assault formations. Their techniques included pouring kerosene or gasoline into ventilation shafts of underground structures, sometimes in alarming quantities. For instance, two tonnes of gasoline were recorded being poured into a single installation before ignition was applied. Despite the brutal and methodical obliteration of their positions, the defenders continued to ignore orders to surrender. Notably, on August 18, a Japanese prisoner was sent under a flag of truce to inform those still holding out that the war was officially over; tragically, he was hacked to death by a sword-wielding officer. Ultimately, this stubbornness led to catastrophic consequences: about 3,000 defenders were killed, blasted and burned, before a small number finally capitulated. Additionally, advanced detachments of General Beloborodov's 1st Red Banner Army reached Shangzhi before continuing towards Harbin, and forward elements of General Krylov's 5th Army pushed on toward Jilin. General Chistyakov's 25th Army commenced disarming General Murakami's 3rd Army, while the 10th Mechanized Corps advanced rapidly westward, crossing the Laoilin Mountain passes to arrive at Tunhua by nightfall. Over in North Korea, the 335th Rifle Division successfully landed in Chongjin, as General Kabanov's Southern Defense Region prepared for an assault on Gensan. In South Sakhalin, despite the surrender of the 125th Regiment and ongoing negotiations with General Mineki's 88th Division, Soviet forces opted to proceed with the planned landing at Maoka. Consequently, Admiral Andreyev's Northern Pacific Flotilla departed from Sovetskaya Gavan in the morning, carrying the bulk of the 113th Rifle Brigade along with a battalion of marines for the long and challenging voyage to Maoka. On Shumshu Island, as General Gnechko's forces were landing their artillery to renew their assault, Japanese officers unexpectedly approached the Soviets under flags of truce, carrying a letter from General Tsutsumi proposing negotiations for surrender. Representatives from both sides began discussions, and by 6 PM, the 91st Division formally surrendered the garrisons of Shumshu, Paramushir, and Onekotan. On August 20, Gnechko dispatched a small detachment on six vessels to seize control of the airfield at Kataoka. However, as they crossed the Second Kuril Strait, batteries on both sides of the narrow waterway opened heavy fire on the Soviet ships, forcing them to withdraw. This breach of the surrender agreement sparked a renewed offensive at 1 PM, coordinated with air strikes. The bases at Kataoka and Kashiwabar were bombed by 61 aircraft, which dropped over 200 bombs, enabling ground troops to push forward up to six kilometers. It was not until General Tsutsumi intervened that the Soviets were assured the Japanese would indeed lay down their arms. Meanwhile, Andreyev's convoy arrived at Maoka harbor on the morning of August 20, successfully landing the first wave of marines amid heavy fog. They quickly spread out and secured the area while the second and third waves of infantry followed behind. By noon, the port area was secured, and the marines began advancing eastward into the city, supported by infantry on their flanks. Taken by surprise, the Japanese defenders were ultimately compelled to retreat, with the 113th Rifle Brigade pursuing them through the mountains to the villages of Futamata and Osaka. In Manchuria, between August 20 and 21, Vasilevsky's units continued their advance to occupy the region's main centers. Stalin urged for greater speed, fearing that any delay might prompt President Truman to order General MacArthur's air-naval assault forces to land there. Notably, Pliyev's first column successfully captured Kalgan, while his second column moved south toward Beijing, securing Gubeikou at the border. Located in one of the passes through the Great Wall, marking the border between Manchukuo and China, the town was garrisoned by Japanese units. These forces surrendered upon the approach of the Soviet troops, who then quickly advanced toward Beijing, about 100 kilometers away. Although not the former capital itself, this area was under the control of Chinese Communist forces known as the 8th Route Army, who aligned with the Soviets. Generalissimo Chiang Kai-Shek was acutely aware that any Japanese capitulation to the Communists in northern China would allow the latter to occupy vital territories, making their removal difficult. Consequently, he commanded the 8th Route Army not to accept any Japanese surrenders, insisting they only surrender to Nationalist forces, with dire punishments threatened for defiance. Adding to the complexity, the Soviet Union and China had signed the Sino-Soviet Treaty of Friendship and Alliance, discussed at Yalta, just six days earlier on August 14. This treaty promised mutual respect for sovereignty and non-interference in each other's internal affairs. The Soviets had also committed to providing “moral support and aid in military supplies and other material resources” exclusively to the National Government as the legitimate central authority of China. Thus, a significant political and military predicament loomed. However, the Soviets quickly extricated themselves from this situation when Malinovsky issued an order forbidding Pliyev's forces from crossing the border. As Pliyev recounted, his formations were poised just halfway between Chengde and Beijing, needing “only one 'leap' to the Chinese capital.” He noted, “I had to suspend the offensive and move north beyond the Great Wall.” Units from the 6th Guards Tank Army occupied both Changchun and Mukden, initiating a rail movement towards Port Arthur and Dairen. For those curious, at Pingfan and Changchun, General Shiro Ishii and the remaining personnel from Units 731 and 100 were captured by Soviet forces. In a tragic turn of events, all test subjects were murdered and cremated, while the Japanese attempted to destroy evidence of their facilities but were unable to do so in time. Following their capture, the Soviets launched an extensive campaign to uncover the secrets behind Units 731 and 100, leading to the Khabarovsk Trial. If you want to learn more about what I would call “japans operation paperclip”, the secret dealings between Unit 731 and the Allies after the war, I did make an episode about it over on my patreon. Its pretty gruesome stuff so big disclaimer there.' The Soviets arrived to Dairen on 24 August, although these places had surrendered to air-landed forces two days earlier. This was, no doubt, much to the relief of Stalin, as these were amongst the main locations where he most feared American intervention. Indeed, on the day of the landing he had told Vasilevsky to ‘keep in mind' the fact that any delay could mean ‘Truman will order General MacArthur to land his naval assault forces'. The long-resisting 135th Independent Mixed Brigade finally surrendered at Aihun, while advanced units of the 2nd Red Banner Army secured Nencheng and Peian before pushing towards Tsitsihar and Harbin. Forward detachments from the 15th and 1st Red Banner Armies also reached the already-occupied Harbin. Furthermore, advanced units of the 5th and 25th Armies arrived in Jilin to reinforce the air-landed detachment there. Additionally, units from the 88th Rifle Corps and the 10th Mechanized Corps began their southward movement into Korea, heading toward the 38th Parallel. In North Korea, Kabanov dispatched a marine battalion and other units, totaling around 2,000 men, to occupy the fortified port of Gensan on August 20. The following morning, the landing force arrived and disembarked without opposition. However, the Japanese garrison refused to surrender until orders from higher command were received. Meanwhile, Japanese troops began to peacefully surround the harbor area, while Soviet sailors and marines, in a similarly calm manner, took up their defensive positions. As Kabanov noted, “An incomprehensible situation arose, neither peace nor war. The enemy has numerical superiority, but he neither fights nor wants to capitulate.” Unsurprisingly, he added, “the night passed in suspense.” The surreal situation was resolved when Rear Admiral Hori Yugoro and Colonel Tado boarded the frigate EK-3 to meet with Captain Studenichnikov on the morning of August 22. During their discussions, they attempted to negotiate terms, but the Soviet captain issued a bold threat of an immediate large-scale air strike and the initiation of hostilities at the port unless they surrendered unconditionally. While the latter was likely an empty threat, the Japanese officers signed the surrender agreement nonetheless. The process of surrendering the garrison began that evening and continued until August 26. In total, the Soviets captured more than 7,000 officers and men, along with all their military equipment. Looking toward the northern Kuriles, Japanese forces on Shumshu finally began to lay down their weapons on the afternoon of August 22, as Gnechko's units spread out to secure the island. In Manchuria, airborne detachments were also landed at Dairen and Port Arthur to secure these key administrative centers before the Americans could take control. Vanguard units of the 6th Guards Tank Army arrived to reinforce them two days later. Meanwhile, in South Sakhalin, heavy fighting persisted at Futamata despite Mineki's ceasefire agreement on August 22. Soviet air strikes supported the ground forces when weather conditions allowed, and the Japanese finally surrendered by the nightfall of August 23. At the same time, Andreyev dispatched three marine battalions on a small convoy to capture Otomari. However, a fierce storm forced the flotilla to seek refuge in the port of Honto on the morning of August 24. Once the storm subsided that evening, the force left a company of marines to garrison the port and resumed their voyage to Otomari, arriving there on the morning of August 25, just as elements of the 113th Rifle Brigade reached the eastern outskirts of the city. By noon, the 88th Division surrendered, and the city was secured. Shortly after, the 214th Tank Brigade arrived at Toyohara to secure South Sakhalin's administrative center. Thus, the South Sakhalin operation concluded with nearly 18,320 Japanese soldiers taken prisoner. Yet, this wouldn't mark the end of operations for General Cheremisov's 16th Army. Stalin pushed for the 87th and 135th Rifle Brigades, along with three marine battalions, to assemble at Otomari and execute amphibious landings on the southern Kurile Islands, specifically, Etorofu, Shikotan, and Kunashiri, and the islets of the Habomai group. The failure to include the Kuril Islands in the areas designated for surrender to Soviet forces in Truman's General Order No. 1, originally issued on August 15, exacerbated Stalin's inherent suspicions regarding American intentions. Consequently, Vasilevsky was instructed to organize landings on the Kurils, ensuring that, similar to Port Arthur, Soviet occupation would manifest physically through boots on the ground. Despite Truman's subsequent correction of the omission, mistrust endured, as did the directive to occupy the islands. However, where Stalin hesitated was concerning Hokkaido. Truman's somewhat abrupt rejection of Stalin's demand for a portion of Hokkaido undoubtedly irritated the Soviet dictator, yet he chose not to take further action. Scholarly debates have arisen around the rationale behind Stalin's ‘retreat.' When viewed within the framework of his stated geostrategic goal of securing the Soviet Union's sea lines of communication in the Pacific, it becomes understandable. Churchill once likened the Soviet Union's challenges in this regard to those of a “giant with his nostrils pinched.” A look at the map reveals that control of the Kurils would significantly alleviate this pressure in the Far East, making their acquisition crucial. Similarly, occupying southern Sakhalin would allow the Soviet Union to control the northern side of the La Pérouse Strait, which connects the Sea of Japan to the Sea of Okhotsk. The strait's opposite shore is formed by the northern coast of Hokkaido, and possessing this area would undeniably enhance the security of communications and is therefore highly desirable. However, any unilateral action in this regard would incur a significant and public breach with the Americans, the consequences of which could not be easily predicted. Given that Stalin's claim to the Kurils was firmly based on the agreement reached at Yalta, an agreement which Truman honored, his choice to avoid completely rupturing relations with the U.S. was motivated by strategic self-interest. Consequently, Andreyev's flotilla, carrying these units, departed Otomari on August 27, reaching the west coast of Etorofu at 3:15 AM on August 28. The landing, conducted using small boats, went unopposed and was met by the surrender of General Ogawa's 89th Division. The occupation of the other islands was also peaceful, with the Soviets securing Kunashiri by September 2, and Shikotan and the Habomai islets by September 5. The remaining northern Kurile Islands surrendered without incident as elements of Gnechko's Kamchatka forces arrived at Paramushir on August 24, Onekotan and Shiashkotan on August 25, Matsuwa by August 26, Shimushiru on August 27, and Uruppu by August 29. In total, 63,840 prisoners were taken throughout the Kuriles. On August 24, air-landed detachments arrived at the cities of Pyongyang and Kange to secure the last administrative centers in North Korea. Two days later, units of the 25th Army reached Gensan. With this move, albeit with some geographical liberties, Chistyakov asserted that "the troops of the 25th Army, on the orders of Marshal Meretskov, reached the 38th Parallel.” In the days that followed, units of General Kushibuchi's 34th Army gradually began to surrender and disarm. Finally, in Manchuria, most of Yamada's units had surrendered and were being disarmed. However, one unit continued to resist until the end of the month. The bypassed and encircled 107th Division was engaged in fierce fighting for survival against the 94th Rifle Corps. Due to a lack of communication with Kwantung Army Headquarters, they did not receive any ceasefire orders. As a result, a staff officer from General Iida's 30th Army was dispatched by plane to locate the division and deliver the ceasefire orders. The 107th Division was found near Chalai, and the plane made a forced landing between the Japanese troops and the opposing Soviet forces. The staff officer successfully delivered the orders terminating hostilities in that sector on August 30, which the Japanese troops promptly complied with. By September 1, units of the 53rd Army occupied Kailu, Chaoyang, Fuhsin, and Gushanbeitseifu, while forward detachments secured the Chinchou area on the Liaotung Peninsula. This marked the conclusion of the Manchurian campaign, with the Soviets claiming to have captured between 594,000 and 609,000 prisoners of war across Inner Mongolia, Manchuria, and North Korea. The captured Japanese military personnel were subjected to forced labor in Siberian internment camps, as well as camps in Sakhalin, Manchuria, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia. A significant number were assigned to the construction of the Baikal-Amur Mainline. Unfortunately, the treatment of prisoners of war was deemed inhumane and mishandled. Many suffered from malnutrition, overwork, cave-ins, floods, unsanitary working conditions leading to epidemics, harsh winter weather, violent guards, and brutal suppression of even mild resistance. Disturbingly, some Japanese prisoners were even lynched by their fellow captives. Estimates suggest that between 60,000 and 347,000 Japanese died in captivity. Although 18,616 prisoners were released in 1946, the process of repatriating prisoners of war extended into the 1950s. Those who remained after 1950 were detained for various convictions. However, their release began in 1953 under different amnesties. Following Josef Stalin's death and the subsequent Khrushchev Thaw, the Soviet attitude toward the remaining Japanese prisoners shifted significantly. Accompanied by Soviet officials, they were taken on tours of cities and allowed to purchase gifts for their families. Before repatriation, a banquet in Khabarovsk, hosted by Nikolai Gagen, included high-ranking prisoners such as Jun Ushiroku as attendees. The last major group of 1,025 Japanese POWs was released on December 23, 1956. After that, some Japanese POWs were released in small groups, with some only returning in the 1990s following the collapse of the Soviet Union. Interestingly, some prisoners who had been held for decades, many of whom had married and started families during their captivity, chose not to return permanently to Japan. The Soviets committed numerous war crimes during their invasion and occupation of Manchuria and other Japanese territories. During the invasion, Soviet soldiers killed and raped Japanese civilians and looted civilian property. Following the Soviet invasion of Manchuria on August 9, 1945, a large number of Japanese citizens residing in the region sought to repatriate to Japan. The Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers supervised this mass movement and, in October 1945, delegated responsibility to Japan's Ministry of Health and Welfare. The Kwantung Army, which was meant to protect the Japanese settlers in Manchuria, quickly retreated and abandoned them. With most able-bodied men drafted into the army, the majority of those left behind were women, children, and the elderly, rendering them highly vulnerable to attacks from Soviet soldiers and local Chinese seeking revenge.In Soviet-occupied Manchuria and North Korea, the repatriation of Japanese civilians was characterized by violent expulsions, accompanied by widespread looting, mass killings, and rampant sexual violence perpetrated by both Soviet soldiers and local populations seeking retribution. Many Japanese civilians succumbed to starvation, disease, mass killings, and mass suicides. Approximately 223,000 Japanese civilians residing in the Soviet-occupied zones died, most within a year and a half after August 9, 1945. Regarding the extensive rape of Japanese women and girls by Soviet soldiers, a former Japanese soldier, Wakatsuki Yoshio, detailed these grim experiences in his memoir, The Records of Postwar Repatriation “What word can possibly describe the violence committed by the Soviet soldiers on Japanese women? I can only think of the word “hideous”. The victim could be a girl of twelve or thirteen years old or an old lady of almost seventy years old. These soldiers did not choose the sites where they raped them, in public, in broad daylight, even on snow-covered roads”. The Soviet invasion of Manchuria in 1945 left many Japanese women stranded after their male family members were either conscripted or killed. These women, including young girls, endured severe hardships, facing gang rapes by Soviet soldiers and local Chinese militia groups. In a desperate effort to survive, many were forced to marry Chinese men, either out of necessity or in exchange for assistance in repatriating their remaining family members. Disturbingly, some victims were as young as thirteen. Some women were held in groups and subjected to repeated sexual violence over extended periods. In certain instances, to ensure the safety of the group, members of the Japanese community offered women to their perpetrators. There were also reports of women voluntarily submitting themselves to protect their families, younger peers, or others in their communities. After Japan's defeat in 1945, leaders of the Kurokawa Settler Group in Manchuria offered approximately 15 young women, aged 17 to 21, to Soviet soldiers in exchange for protection. This tragic practice continued from September to November 1945, with some of the women later being offered to Chinese soldiers as well. With no protection from Japanese soldiers, Japanese women often had to devise unique strategies to avoid rape. Memoirs from female repatriates detail various escape tactics. Some women hid in attics every night, narrowly avoiding capture or even gunfire. Others managed to trap intruders in rooms before fleeing or bribed Soviet soldiers with valuables, such as wristwatches, to secure their escape. Notably, some women, particularly former geisha and bar workers, voluntarily went with Soviet soldiers to protect others. These women were referred to as tokkōtai (kamikaze) for their self-sacrifice. Additionally, it wasn't just Japanese women who suffered; Korean and Chinese women were also victims of sexual violence at the hands of various perpetrators in Manchuria. British and American reports indicate that Soviet Red Army troops looted and terrorized the local population in Shenyang, a city in Manchuria. A foreign witness described how Soviet troops, formerly stationed in Berlin, were permitted by the Soviet military to enter Shenyang for "three days of rape and pillage." In Harbin, Soviet forces ignored protests from leaders of the Chinese Communist Party regarding the widespread mass rape and looting committed by their troops. In the immediate aftermath of the war in 1945, in areas of Manchuria occupied by the National Revolutionary Army, 176 Koreans were killed, 1,866 were injured, 3,468 were detained, and 320 were raped by armed Chinese mobs. The attacks against Korean residents in Manchuria were believed to stem from a perception of Korean collaboration with Japanese colonial rule. One of the most infamous instances was the Gegenmiao massacre. On August 10 and 11, Xing'an was bombed, nearly destroying its urban functions. It is estimated that 3,000 of the 4,000 civilians. Anticipating the Soviet invasion, Xing'an had prepared an evacuation plan divided into three groups based on residential area and workplace. The Kwantung Army, however, failed to inform the General Office officials about their retreat. As a result, residents in the eastern area, many of whom were self-employed or office workers, had difficulty obtaining information and securing transportation, while those in the western area had military personnel who were first to learn of the situation. Some of the civilians with a handful of armed men had proceeded on foot towards Gegenmiao Township, about 35 kilometers southeast of Xing'an Street, to wait for a train at Gegenmiao Station and then evacuate to Baichengzi. They aimed to receive protection from the Kwantung Army in Baichengzi. Around 11:40 AM on August 14 in the vicinity of Gegenmyo Hill, where a Lamaist temple was located, they encountered an infantry unit consisting of 14 Soviet medium tanks and 20 trucks. The column reportedly stretched for two kilometers, with about a hundred survivors among them. Soviet troops launched an attack from the hilltop, deploying tanks with machine-gun fire. The tanks attacked multiple times, and when they ceased, Soviet soldiers disembarked and ruthlessly shot and bayoneted survivors. Many who escaped death from gunfire were still severely injured or witnessed family members being killed. Some were left holding their loved ones or chose to commit suicide. It is estimated that only about a hundred survivors were later confirmed, including nearly 200 schoolchildren from the Xing'an Street Zaiman National School. Kwantung Army units, which were supposed to escort the civilians and counterattack, had already retreated southward. Even after the Soviet soldiers left, sporadic gunfire continued, presumably due to suicides. Local residents began to plunder the bodies, stripping them of clothes and valuables. Others drowned in the river while attempting to escape. Reports tell of one woman who had her child killed by Soviet soldiers, only to later face an attack from Chinese militia, who stripped her of her clothes and mutilated her. Surviving mothers and children were also attacked, and those separated were often taken by the Chinese. At the time, it was common for Japanese boys to be sold for 300 yen and girls for 500 yen. Some survivors gathered together and began committing mass suicide, killing those who wished to end their lives. Others expressed intentions to form a death squad with rifles for revenge but ultimately did not resist.   After the war ended on August 15, attacks on displaced persons continued. A 12-year-old girl who joined a group of about ten women after the incident reported that they were attacked and robbed, taking over a week to reach Zhenxi Station, 10 kilometers from Gegenmiao Station. The women sought shelter in an abandoned house near the station but were discovered by Soviet soldiers that night who assaulted them until midnight. Afterward, the soldiers piled dry grass into the house, setting it ablaze in an attempt to burn the women alive. The girl and her sister managed to escape through a window, but many others could not flee in time due to the fire's rapid spread. The girl was forced to live as a residual orphan afterward. Fortunately, some Chinese, Mongolians, and Koreans provided food for the survivors, with some Chinese showing kindness towards the children. Those orphaned children, whose parents had been killed, became known as residual orphans, with about 30 in this unfortunate situation. Many women were forced to become residual women as well. Tragically, around 200 students from a local school, including the headmaster and his wife, were killed during this chaos. Some historians believe the attack stemmed from Soviet soldiers mistaking the refugees for armed Japanese troops because men within the group were carrying firearms for protection. In general, displaced persons at this time often carried small weapons like rifles, and some groups were even armed with light machine guns. In the pioneer groups, women sometimes participated in fighting against bandits, and in the Sado pioneer group incident, children above the fifth grade were forced into combat, regardless of gender. There may also have been prior skirmishes with other Japanese civilian groups before the war's end, further complicating the situation as the Soviet Army, which included female soldiers, may have regarded these mixed civilian and armed groups as a threat. According to Soviet military combat records, on August 14, the Soviet 17th Guards Rifle Division, 19th Guards Rifle Division, 91st Guards Rifle Division, and 61st Tank Division were stationed northwest of Gezhne Temple, but there was no combat activity in the area. On August 15, this unit advanced toward Bai Chengzi and occupied Bai Chengzi Station, which was then taken over by tanks from the 61st Tank Division. Despite extensive documentation, nothing about this incident was revealed until 2014 during the process of perestroika. Reports from British and American sources indicate that the 700,000 Soviet troops occupying Manchuria also terrorized and looted the local population in Mukden. They were not deterred by Soviet authorities and engaged in what was described as "three days of rape and pillage," with similar atrocities occurring in Harbin and across the country. Amid the mass repatriation of Japanese civilians living in the region, Japanese women in Manchuria faced repeated sexual violence at the hands of Russian soldiers every day. In North Korea, it was similarly reported that Soviet soldiers raped both Japanese and Korean women. Additionally, Soviet soldiers looted the property of Japanese, Chinese, and Koreans residing in Manchuria and North Korea. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. Amid chaotic surrenders, Emperor Hirohito accepted defeat, but Soviet advances continued relentlessly. As they pushed deeper, the Soviets captured key cities, including Harbin, while Japan's soldiers and civilians struggled for survival against the onslaught. War crimes committed by Soviet troops added to the tragedy, with rampant violence against Japanese civilians. Amidst political tensions, the Soviets secured territory, culminating in the surrender of remaining Japanese forces. The grim conclusion of this campaign marked a profound shift in the power dynamics of East Asia and paved the way for post-war ramifications.

Keith Stansell is a former U.S. Marine and Northrop Grumman employee who was captured by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) on February 13, 2003, after his surveillance plane crashed in the Colombian jungle during an anti-narcotics mission. Held hostage for 1,967 days alongside contractors Marc Gonsalves and Thomas Howes, Stansell endured harsh conditions in the jungle until their dramatic rescue by the Colombian military on July 2, 2008, during Operation Jaque.  A recipient of the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom in 2009, he co-authored the bestselling memoir Out of Captivity: Surviving 1967 Days in the Colombian Jungle (2009) with Gonsalves and Howes, detailing their ordeal and resilience.  Father to twin sons born during his captivity, he advocates for awareness of hostage situations and supports military and veteran communities, emphasizing survival, family, and the human spirit in overcoming adversity. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://americanfinancing.net/srsNMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-781-8900, for details about credit costs and terms.https://betterhelp.com/srsThis episode is sponsored. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/srs and get on your way to being your best self.https://bruntworkwear.com – USE CODE SRShttps://bunkr.life – USE CODE SRSGo to https://bunkr.life/SRS and use code “SRS” to get your 25% off your family planhttps://calderalab.com/srs – USE CODE SRS Use code SRS for 20% off your first order.https://shawnlikesgold.comhttps://helixsleep.com/srshttps://patriotmobile.com/srshttps://ROKA.com – USE CODE SRShttps://shopify.com/srshttps://simplisafe.com/srs Keith Stansell Links: Book (Out of Captivity) - https://www.amazon.com/OUT-CAPTIVITY-Surviving-Colombian-Jungle/dp/0061769525 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Laura interviews Jess Michaels who was raped by Jeffrey Epstein in 1991. Jess bravely shares how she was selected and groomed before she met Epstein. Laura methodically breaks down Epstein's behaviour to provide a chilling profile of a man who deployed a wide range of nuanced manipulation tactics to psychologically undo and coercively control his victims and those around them. This conversation will change and save lives. Listen to this important conversation so you don't fall into the trap abuser's set. For more expert insight, in-depth conversations, extra episodes and videos, live monthly events with Laura and to be a part a fast growing, dynamic and empowering community join the Crime Analyst Squad: www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst    #CoerciveControl #Abuser #Psychology#PowerAndControl #DomesticViolence #CrimeAnalyst #TrueCrime #Podcast #HighRisk #DASH #WarningSigns #Manipulation #Trauma Clip https://youtu.be/7j1xEv8ZXFU?si=Ssr8XcdmcHo1tqTZ Sources    Real Crime Profile Series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forensically-deconstructing-jeffrey-epstein/id1081244497?i=1000451942611 https://www.thelaurarichards.com/resources/coercivecontrol    https://www.thelaurarichards.com/resources/stalking https://www.thelaurarichards.com/resources/books    https://www.thelaurarichards.com/my-two-cents/serial-and-high-risk-stalkers-and-domestic-abusers     Follow Jess Michaels on social media: @jessmichaelsspeaks and @withyoutooap REGISTER For Laura's 2025 Masterclasses – Profiling Behaviour, Preventing Murder and Suicide in Slow Motion, DASH, DASH Train the Trainer, Coercive Control and Stalking: https://bit.ly/LRMasterclassRegistration    More Training Info: www.dashriskchecklist.com    www.thelaurarichards.com     Crime Analyst YouTube, Socials and Website    YouTube @crimeanalyst     Facebook Crime Analyst Podcast    Instagram @crimeanalyst @laurarichards999    Threads @crimeanalyst    X @thecrimeanalyst @laurarichards999     TikTok @crimeanalystpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dear Humans, Today Jesus and I got to sit down with the one and only Jodie Sweetin. Yes, that Jodie Sweetin, Stephanie Tanner from Full House and Fuller House. She is still keeping busy, still making us laugh, and now hosting her own re-watch podcast, How Rude, Tanneritos! We talked about her activism in Los Angeles, the emotional night she honored Bob Saget, and how American life somehow went from being Full House to feeling like fucking Andor. Jodie shared what it was like to grow up in front of the camera, and how she has built a life beyond the shows that made her famous. The best part is how easily she fit in with me and Jesus, like she had been hanging out with us for years. We laughed, we reminisced, and we found some hope in the middle of all this madness. So give this one a listen. It is a conversation full of heart, humor, and a little holy mischief. Love, God P.S. Jesus and I stream LIVE every weekday at 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT. Come hang out with us. And remember to add The God Pod wherever you get your podcasts, whether it is Apple , Spotify, or anywhere else.

Welcome back to Barn Talk! In this episode, Sawyer and Tork welcome a very special guest—Jeff Crotwell from Easter Seals Wisconsin's Farm Program. Jeff's story starts on a dairy farm in southwest Wisconsin, where an accident changed his life at just 16 years old. Rather than letting it hold him back, Jeff turned his experience into an opportunity to help others in the agricultural community. He now dedicates his work to supporting farmers who have suffered injuries or face physical challenges, helping them adapt so they can stay on the land and keep farming.In this heartfelt episode, Jeff shares what it was like to grow up farming the hard way, how farm life can sometimes make us numb to everyday dangers, and the split-second decisions that can alter the course of a life. The conversation dives deep into farm safety, real-life stories of farm accidents, the challenges (and pride) of asking for help, and all the meaningful work the Easter Seals Wisconsin Farm Program does to get farmers back in the game.Whether you've ever loaded square bales in a stifling haymow, climbed a grain bin in the dead of winter, or just love a great story of perseverance and giving back, this episode will remind you why community matters—and why no farmer should have to face hardships alone. Tune in for inspiration, practical information, and more than a few laughs along the way.Shop Farmer Grade

Learn how athletes can successfully monetize their brands, plan for life after sports, and build long-term financial success through strategic business and marketing initiatives.   In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene speaks with Dr. Tywanna Smith, a former professional basketball player, best-selling author, and the co-founder of the Athletes Abroad Summit, who shares how she helps athletes transition from their sports careers into successful entrepreneurial ventures. Dr. Smith talks about her experience working with both professional athletes and young student-athletes, emphasizing the importance of preparing for life after sports and monetizing their brand. She also discusses her award-winning documentary Balling Abroad, the Athlete Abroad Summit, and her passion for empowering athletes globally.   Key Takeaways: → Why financial education for student-athletes is critical when planning for life after sports. → The rise of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities offers new ways for athletes to monetize their brand. → Mental health and cultural adjustment are key challenges for athletes playing abroad. → Athletes can leverage their platform and visibility by building a team of professionals to guide them. → How the Teen Money Box curriculum helps teach financial literacy to teenagers globally.   Dr. Tywanna Smith is an award-winning sports advisor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and college professor. With over 18 years of experience, she has advised professional athletes across the NBA, NFL, WNBA, MLB, and FIBA. A former international basketball player and inductee into the West Memphis Sports Hall of Fame, she co-founded the Athlete Abroad Summit, the first global summit dedicated to empowering American athletes overseas. Dr. Smith also leads The Athlete's Nexus, a firm focused on brand strategy, financial education, and career planning. She is the author of Surviving the Lights, co-director of the award-winning documentary Ballin' Abroad, and creator of Teen Money Box, a financial literacy program for teens. Recognized for her leadership, Dr. Smith has received multiple accolades, including the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and the Mississippi Business Journal's Top 50 Under 40. Her work has been featured in Forbes, NBC Sports, and Ballers Magazine.   Connect With Tywanna: Website Instagram X Facebook LinkedIn   Athletes Abroad Summit: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The future of food security and challenges of depleted soils in a changing climate. From container gardening to Bego beds and electroculture experiments, these are solutions for sustaining nutrient-dense crops when supply chains break down. Prepare for a time when long-distance food shipping becomes a luxury of the past. ☕ Buy a Double Espresso to Support Civilization Cycle Podcast

Body camera footage from the first responding officer to arrive at 1122 King Rd. on November 13, 2022 has been released. Officer Mitch Nunes thought he would find an unconscious college student but instead found Xana Kernodle and her boyfriend, Ethan Chapin, dead in her bedroom. Nunes also discovered best friends Maddie Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves in Maddie's bedroom. Nunes conducted the first interviews with the surviving roommates.Law&Crime's Angenette Levy breaks down the video and talks with Leander James, the attorney representing Maddie and Ethan's family in a lawsuit against the city regarding images of bedroom crime scenes, in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.Host:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5Guest:Leander JamesProducer:Jordan ChaconCRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Far from Earth, the Moon presents explorers with an unforgiving puzzle: two weeks of searing daylight followed by two weeks of frozen night. For any future habitat, this isn't just an inconvenience—it's a survival crisis. How do you keep the lights on, the air flowing, and the water unfrozen when the Sun disappears for 354 hours at a time?In this episode of The Space Between, Kolby and Dawson explore a surprising solution: thermoelectric power. By harnessing the Moon's brutal extremes—searing heat by day and deep cold by night—engineers are discovering ways to turn temperature swings into electricity. Could this ancient effect, the Seebeck phenomenon, be the hidden key to powering humanity's next great frontier?From South Korean simulations to NASA-backed “thermal wadis” carved from lunar soil, we dig into the science, the innovation, and the strategy behind building a self-sustaining lunar base. How does thermoelectric power stack up against solar farms and nuclear reactors? Is it a clever backup—or the seed of a truly independent lunar energy grid?And perhaps most important of all: what does mastering lunar night survival teach us about living beyond the Moon—on Mars, or in the deep cold of interplanetary space?---ChatGPT Deep Research: https://chatgpt.com/s/dr_68abed4419888191b73dbde78972918fUniverse Today article:https://www.universetoday.com/articles/simulation-of-a-thermoelectric-power-generation-system-with-multiple-heat-storage-for-lunar-habitatKyle Hill, Lia Incident:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3GYg7Y_W7s---Follow us on Instagram! ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/spacebetweenpod⁠⁠⁠Order Kolby's new album! ⁠⁠⁠https://kolbyvancamp.hearnow.com/portraits-volume-ii⁠

How does an introverted ex-underwriter become a top-producing broker doing 300 deals a year—without spending a dime on advertising? Farhan Mahmood went from sleeping in coffee shops to building a thriving mortgage business purely by referral. In this episode, he opens up about the hard-won lessons behind his quiet rise, including how he built trust, set boundaries, and learned to say no—without sacrificing growth. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by client demands or discouraged by slow early results, this conversation will reset your perspective. We'll cover: Introvert Advantage – Why Farhan's quiet nature helped him build deep trust and long-term referrals. Saying No to Say Yes – How learning to decline unprofitable files gave him back his time—and sanity. Boundary Breakthroughs – The 3 rules he put in place to finally take weekends, evenings, and even a vacation off. Surviving the Banks – How he competes with major banks offering lower rates by leading with service and relationships. From the Streets to Success – How Farhan used rock-bottom moments as fuel—and why mindset still drives everything he does. Success in this business doesn't come from saying yes to everything—it comes from building systems, staying sharp, and knowing when to walk away. Farhan's story proves that quiet consistency beats noise every time. Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/scottpeckford/ I Love Mortgage Brokering: www.ilovemortgagebrokering.com Find out more about BRX Mortgage: www.whybrx.com Subscribe to my 3-2-1 Thursday Email I Love Mortgage Brokering is in partnership with Ownwell.  To see how top brokers are keeping clients engaged and generating leads from their database, visit ownwell.ca/scott

Today, on Crime & Entertainment, we haveDarian Holland. Darian was extremely close to becoming the 5th victim of the Bucks County Butcher, Cosmo DiNardo. She details how Cosmo was stalking her on Social Media & was begging her to come to his farm where 4 others met a terrifying end.  Check out this coming episode now, on Crime & EntertainmentFollow Darian herehttps://www.instagram.com/holland_dare?igsh=MTRvYjAxZ21kejAxbw==Links to Crime & EntertainmentLike us on Facebook -   / crimeandentertainment Follow us on IG -    / crimenentertainment Listen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4T67Bs5...Listen on Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Listen on Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/crime-e...Listen on Google Podcast - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen on Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cd...

On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with two members of one of the biggest rock bands out there today, Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm! At the start of the extended and insightful conversation, they get into Lzzy's experience at the final Black Sabbath show, including her blistering performance, meeting music legends like Tom Morello, and Yungblud's viral rendition of "Changes." They also talk about the new Jeff Buckley documentary and how Buckley heavily influenced Lzzy's music career. They reflect on their storied 20-year career as Halestorm, including the band's beginnings, growing up in the grunge scene, pre-internet days, and how Lzzy's songwriting has changed. They give insight into the making of the band's newest album, 'Everest,' which was released on August 8, including what it was like recording with Dave Cobb and the story behind the hit "Like A Woman Can." They talk about their experiences with music icons like Iron Maiden, Skid Row, Katy Perry, and Rick Rubin ... and SO much more. Tune into an amazing chat with Lzzy and Joe of Halestorm! Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://magicmind.com/LIPPS50 #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance CREDITS (Instagram handles)Host @scottlippsProduced by @whitakermarisaEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @robby_hoffRecorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC 0:00:00 - Start 0:00:36 - Black Sabbath's Final Show0:04:20 - Women in rock 0:05:55 - Lzzy's full circle moment0:06:13 - Halestorm on playing Dio's last concert 0:06:53 - Meeting Dio 0:07:27 - Tom Morello 0:08:02 - Yungblud's performance 0:08:47 - Jeff Buckley documentary 0:11:12 - Early years 0:13:07 - Having dad in the band 0:14:00 - Growing up in the scene 0:14:35 - Grunge influences 0:16:35 - Cinderella 0:17:04 - Vocal lessons from Steve Whiteman0:17:58 - Changing as a songwriter0:19:03 - 20 years of Halestorm0:19:50 - Pre-internet days and meeting members0:21:13 - Living at the Oakwood apartments 0:22:19 - Taking off 0:23:05 - Making a living in music 0:24:57 - Surviving in the music industry 0:25:25 - Don Hills residency 0:26:38 - Early A&R0:27:03 - Outside hobbies0:27:38 - Photography 0:28:13 - Scissor Happy fashion line  0:29:03 - Favorite designers0:30:03 - Fronting Skid Row0:32:46 - Secret bucket list 0:33:33 - Iron Maiden0:34:20 - Best band from the 80's0:35:06 - New album0:35:43 - Recording with Dave Cobb 0:36:32 - Writing Everest0:38:51 - “Like A Woman Can”0:39:33 - Savannah0:40:28 - Going out of the comfort zone 0:41:41 - The economics of music 0:45:10 - Grammy Awards 0:46:37 - Meeting Katy Perry0:46:58 - Removal of the hard rock/metal Grammy category 0:47:34 - Playing Wembley Stadium0:48:20 - Spinal Tap 20:48:58 - Winning the crowd over0:50:52 - Being on the road0:53:06 - Lzzy's signature guitars0:53:32 - The perfect album0:55:01 - Rick Rubin0:55:30 - Last meal0:57:31 - Best metal band ever?0:58:24 - Best new bands0:59:15 - Avatar 0:59:46 - Favorite horror movies1:00:50 - Top 5 guitar riffs

Hello one and all, and welcome back to another episode of Surviving the Horror! This month Josh and Colin got the chance to sit down and play a horror franchise that has somehow eluded them for years at this point, that being Fatal Frame. Fatal Frame is a franchise that you hear about in the same breaths as things like Silent Hill, Resident Evil, and other staples of the genre. Taking place firmly in the realm of Japan , and touching regularly on things like Japanese folklore and rituals, Fatal Frame aims to try something different in survival horror. The problem is that many of these titles (Fatal Frame 1-3 specifically) are locked on older hardware and not accessible on modern day consoles. As a result, Josh and Colin decided to make their first foray into the franchise with Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse. Originally released exclusively in Japan for the Wii in 2008, Mask of the Lunar Eclipse finally received its remaster and port to the West in 2023, selling 120,000 copies in just a few short weeks on the market. While that may not sound like much, when you consider that the franchise as a whole across all five games only has 1.3 million units sold, the success of recent games like Mask of the Lunar Eclipse and Maiden of Blackwater becomes more apparent. Mask of the Lunar Eclipse is also the only game in the franchise to stand alone in its story elements, making it a great jumping in point for newcomers to the series like us. Mask of the Lunar Eclipse tells the tale of (primarily) three characters in Misaki, Ruka, and Choshiro as they explore the Haibara Infirmary on Rougetsu Isle. Rougetsu Isle is known for its ancient tradition of performing the Rougetsu Kagura, a ritual in which the liminal space between the the souls of the living and dead is opened in conjunction with the phases of the moon. Several years ago, this ritual goes wrong (who could have guessed) and The Day of Tranquility ensues; resulting in the loss of several lives, and the loss of our main characters' memories. It's our job then as Misaki, Ruka, and Choshiro to return to Rougetsu Isle and try to unravel the mystery of what happened, restore our memories, and ultimately free the souls of those trapped between the realm of the living and the dead. Thank you for listening, and we hope you enjoy! Next month's episode will be on a smaller 2D pixelated horror game called Dead of Darkness. Thanks again!

The Fantasy Baseball BeatSurviving Spencer Strider with Stephen Tolbert Welcome to The Fantasy Baseball BeatIn today's episode, we welcome Stephen Tolbert to the show to discuss all things Atlanta Braves. Topics discussed:Stephen's work at the Hammer Territory and SB NationMichael Harris II and his roller coaster of a seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Spencer Strider and his disastrous seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Hurston Waldrep and his resurgenceJoey Wentz and his comebackThe Braves and their ability to develop pitchingChris Sale and his rehabAustin Riley and his injuryRonald Acuña Jr. and his approach to the seasonBuy or sell for 2026?Alex Anthopolous and the outlook for next seasonFinally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys discuss what's important for them these days and what helps them maintain a positive outlook. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network

The Truth About Mental Illness & Its Impact on the Human Experience with Dr. K.  In this episode, Dr. K., LPCC-S and Behavioral Health Consultant, sheds light on The Truth About Mental Illness & Its Impact on the Human Experience. Her passion and commitment for promoting emotional health and wellness are shared through our conversation about mental health and mental illness. Additionally, Dr. K. shares the value telehealth services are contributing to the delivery of mental health services and she spotlights the increasing need for growing the mental health workforce to meet the rising needs of society. Join us as we deep dive into tools and techniques for mental health self-care, getting support, and supporting loved ones facing mental illness.   Connecting with Dr. K.: Website: https://www.heyitsdrk.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556386049985 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydrk16/ Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741 Connect with She Wise Wellness: Website: https://www.shewisewellness.com/ Website: www.shewisepublications.com Email: shewisepublications@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she_wise_publications/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094044723450 YouTube: SHE Wise @survivingthehumanexperience https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtYaqS-cL1WAFQKDadapxPQ

Today's Oddcast - Talking Lamar - Surviving Reality TV (Airdate 8/22/2025)   Reality TV Might Not Be All That Real, but That Doesn't Mean It's Easy. Which Reality TV Show Could You Survive Being a Part Of?   The Bob & Sheri Oddcast: Everything We Don’t, Can’t, Won’t, and Definitely Shouldn’t Do on the Show!

In July 2012, F-16 pilot Scott “Fester” Fredrick found himself in a fight for survival over the frigid North Pacific. What began as a routine movement flight from Misawa to Eielson turned into a catastrophic engine failure, forcing him to eject over open ocean and spend more than six hours in 55-degree water before rescue.In this episode, we dive into Fester's incredible career — from chasing the B-2 Spirit during flight test, to combat over Iraq, to his harrowing ejection and rescue. We talk pilot training lessons, split-second decision making, survival training that saved his life, and how perspective changes after you've stared death in the face.Whether you're into aviation, military history, or just a great story of resilience and skill under pressure, this one delivers.

Powerful opening statements made in Day 1 of the Donna Adelson Trial. She is on trial for the murder of her ex son-in-law, Florida State law professor Dan Markel, in one of the most shocking and high-profile cases out of Tallahassee. Prosecutors allege that Donna Adelson played a central role in the murder-for-hire plot after her daughter, Wendi Adelson, divorced Markel and lost custody disputes. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #Truecrime. In this episode, STS Host Joel Waldman shares courtroom insight and brings us the latest and new details about Donna's trial. With Donna's son, Charlie Adelson, already convicted in the same case, and Wendi Adelson expected to be a key witness, the trial is drawing national attention as opening statements begin. The Donna Adelson murder trial is now underway, and the courtroom battle will determine whether she is held accountable in the Dan Markel murder case.Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation!Donate to STS Trial/Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorJoel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx#truecrimecommunity #newsupdate #donnaadelson#wendiadelson#justicefordanmarkel #murderforhire#murdernews #criminaljustice#crimenews #trial

Eoghan McCabe is the founder and CEO of Intercom, a customer service platform that has successfully pivoted to become an AI-first company with its agent product, Fin. After stepping away from the CEO role in 2020 due to health issues, Eoghan returned to find the company's growth had stalled. Just one month after his return, ChatGPT launched, and within six weeks, Intercom had a working prototype of what would become Fin. In this conversation, Eoghan shares the brutal reality of transforming a late-stage SaaS business valued at multiple billions into an AI-first company that's now growing faster than most public software companies.We discuss:1. Why Eoghan believes most late-stage companies won't survive the AI transition2. The “founder mode” transformation that required firing 40% of staff and resulted in 98% employee satisfaction3. Why having “nothing to lose” is the ultimate advantage in AI transformation (and why comfortable companies will fail)4. How Intercom transformed from a plateauing SaaS business to an AI-first company growing at 300%+5. How Intercom's pricing evolved from “the most hated in SaaS” to a model that charges just $0.99 per resolved ticket6. The cultural transformation required to compete with AI-native startups7. How 12 years of therapy and a period of “ego death” shaped Eoghan's leadership approach—Brought to you by:Great Question—Empower everyone to run great research: https://www.greatquestion.com/lennyWorkOS—Modern identity platform for B2B SaaS, free up to 1 million MAUs: https://workos.com/lennyDX—The developer intelligence platform designed by leading researchers: http://getdx.com/lenny—Transcript: ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-intercom-rose-from-the-ashes-eoghan-mccabe—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/170710700/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Eoghan McCabe:• X: https://x.com/eoghan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eoghanmccabe/• Website: https://eoghanmccabe.com/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Eoghan(05:00) The state of Intercom(09:53) The decision to pivot to AI(12:33) Why Eoghan is "anti-bot" in customer service(16:19) Pricing strategy evolution(19:26) Implementing the AI transformation(26:11) Cultural and organizational changes(31:18) Surviving a coup attempt(40:05) The future of AI and business(45:11) AI's impact on jobs(48:44) AI and human creativity(50:26) The importance of young AI talent(55:00) The cultural shift in AI adoption(58:00) Personal growth and leadership(01:04:34) Intercom's success in producing product leaders(01:11:05) Intercom's unique company culture(01:14:11) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Intercom: https://www.intercom.com/• Fin: https://fin.ai/• Des Traynor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/destraynor/• The art and science of pricing | Madhavan Ramanujam (Monetizing Innovation, Simon-Kucher): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-art-and-science-of-pricing-madhavan• Pricing your AI product: Lessons from 400+ companies and 50 unicorns | Madhavan Ramanujam: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/pricing-and-scaling-your-ai-product-madhavan-ramanujam• Brian Chesky's new playbook: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/brian-cheskys-contrarian-approach• Behind the founder: Marc Benioff: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/behind-the-founder-marc-benioff• Anthropic co-founder on quitting OpenAI, AGI predictions, $100M talent wars, 20% unemployment, and the nightmare scenarios keeping him up at night | Ben Mann: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/anthropic-co-founder-benjamin-mann• Fergal Reid on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fergalreid/• How Perplexity builds product: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-perplexity-builds-product• Yosi Amram's website: https://yamram.com/• (Nathaniel Russell) Ego Death Now: https://heythereprojects.shop/products/copy-of-nathaniel-russell-space-is-a-place• Daniel Kahneman: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Kahneman• Palantir: https://www.palantir.com/• Stripe: https://stripe.com/• Revolut: https://www.revolut.com/en-US/• Paul Adams on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauladams• What AI means for your product strategy | Paul Adams (CPO of Intercom): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/what-ai-means-for-your-product-strategy• Which companies accelerate PM careers most: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/which-companies-accelerate-your-pm• N26: https://n26.com/en-eu• Notion: https://www.notion.so/• Coinbase: https://www.coinbase.com/• True Detective on Max: https://www.hbomax.com/shows/true-detective/9a4a3645-74e0-4e4d-9f35-31464b402357• 28 Years Later: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10548174/• Trainspotting: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117951/• 28 Days Later: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0289043/• Fellow: https://fellowproducts.com/• Porsche 911: https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/911/• Making Meta | Andrew ‘Boz' Bosworth (CTO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/making-meta-andrew-boz-bosworth-cto—Recommended book:• Nuclear War: A Scenario: https://www.amazon.com/Nuclear-War-Scenario-Annie-Jacobsen/dp/0593476093Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. 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This may be Donna Adelson's last full day of jury selection as Judge Everett pushes to start opening statements sooner. This trial has seen twists and turns over the last year but if jurors are locked down in the morning trial will officially begin on August 20th, just a little over 11 years since the murder for hire of FSU Law Professor Dan Markel. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #Truecrime. In this STS episode, Host and Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman brings on some of the top legal minds to take us inside the courtroom--and break down the key moments from jury selection. Attorneys will also have to prepare for opening statements which could come as soon as Thursday afternoon. Donna Adelson, the matriarch of her family, is going on trial for the murder for hire of her ex son-in-law, Dan Markel. Dan divorced Wendi Adelson, Donna's daughter, and was in a tense custody battle with her over their two children when he was shot and killed. In 2023, Wendi's brother, Charlie Adelson, was tried and convicted for the murder of Dan Markel. He testified he was never involved in a murder for hire but rather was the victim of double extortion. Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation!Donate to STS Trial/Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorJoel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx#truecrimecommunity #newsupdate #donnaadelson #wendiadelson#justicefordanmarkel #murderforhire #murdernews #criminaljustice#crimenews #trial 

Ned Pod Listeners! In this reflective yet playful episode, we explore the simple joy of bubbles, the emotional weight of grief, and the complex impact of media and technology on adult life. We uncover surprising historical anecdotes, trace the roots of everyday phrases, and discuss the importance of staying curious, balanced, and childlike. With humor and heart, we examine how language, loss, and self-awareness shape our experience of the world. Thanks for tuning in! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/NEDS and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices