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Our lead story: upon hearing the Hudson's Bay Company was set to auction off thousands of Indigenous cultural and ceremonial items in its possession, First Nations organizations and AFN express their concern.

Send us a textIn today's Daily Drop, Jared pulls no punches while breaking down the latest military circus—from AFN killing off its podcasts (wait, they had podcasts?) to the Air Force Academy gutting its own rocket science faculty because “budget.” And just when you thought it couldn't get weirder: Space Force is dropping a documentary… and no, it's not sci-fi.We've got F-35 inventory fraud ($11 billion missing? Casual.), Travis AFB potentially doubling as an immigration detention center (because why not?), and the Air Force cutting family days because “readiness.” Oh, and the Pentagon still can't pass an audit. But sure, let's launch more documentaries instead of fixing jets.Tune in for a raw, snarky breakdown of the memo that hits generals' inboxes but never gets real talk—until now. And yeah, you're gonna want to sit down for this one.

Send us a textWelcome to your daily dose of unfiltered chaos, where Peaches breaks down the news like a sledgehammer breaks through PR-approved nonsense. This ain't your polished AFN brief—this is the real rundown, straight from the Ones Ready bunker. Spoiler: if you love taxpayer-funded crop dusters, British police overreach, or beard policies held together by ETP duct tape—you're in for a treat.From the Panama Canal to Star Wars-era missile defense, the DEI purge of Maya Angelou, and the ongoing saga of “Fat Tony” Bauerfein, Peaches' on one today. We're talking about $2B aircraft that couldn't win a dogfight with a Pelican, the kind of “malicious compliance” that gets classics deleted from Navy libraries, and how shadow banning is the new way to say “you're winning.”

3 Killed As Gunmen Ambushed Chinese Nationals, Police In Abiahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/3-killed-as-gunmen-ambushed-chinese-nationals-police-in-abia/05/04/2025/#Nigeria Police Force #Abia #Chinese #Police #Uturu ©April 5th, 2025 ®April 5, 2025 7:32 pm Abia State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the killing of two Chinese Nationals and one Nigerian Police officer on Friday evening at Uturu, a University town in the Isuikwuato local government area of Abia State that is very close to Okigwe area of Imo State after the gunmen ambushed the Chinese construction workers and their police escorts, with no group claiming responsibility for the attacks, but, one of the Biafra armed groups, the Biafra Liberation Army, BLA in a video posted online a few minutes ago, noted that they are currently in a heavy gun battle with men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, at Okigwe forest, with the videos showing military helicopter and armoured tanks. #OsazuwaAkonedo

Senior Airman Chase Sullivan, AKA DJ Sully Soul, talks about his role at the American Forces Network Humphreys Radio Station as the morning show host on Camp Humphreys, South Korea, Feb 12, 2025. As part of the AFN radio team, Sullivan spreads command information and entertainment throughout the Pacific region to U.S. military personnel, bringing them a taste of home. (U.S. Army video by Pfc. Inwoo Cho)

Ali blev petad i ögat när han kollade på UFC och kunde därför inte närvara i senaste Rondvilan - som Sebbe tar och styr helt själv! I avsnittet tar vi en tillbakablick på svenska prestationer utomlands, AFN 9, ögonpetnings-kontroversen som verkar vara standard i UFC numera, dessutom kollar vi framåt mot helgens UFC samt Cage Warriors London med Jonny Touma och Guram Kutateladze! Timestamps 0:00 Likheterna mellan Afghanistan och Mexiko 0:30 Filmtips: Heretic (2024) 2:25 Juste, detta är en kampsportspodd 3:12 Intro 3:29 Ali Faraj ser annorlunda ut 4:20 HEJ ADAL! 4:50 David Jacobsson vinner i Cage Warriors 6:55 Svenskarna enade i att inte vinna på Unite 7:00 Prince Avenu vs Ilaz Zabelaj - vad var det för stopp? 7:50 Den danska MMA-beefen är småsint och jag är här för det med popcorn i hand 9:10 UFC Apex 5722 - Orkar vi med mer Apex? 10:14 UFC - Nu med 65% mer ögonpetningar! 11:40 Sebbe snor idéer från Morning Kombat (igen) 12:52 Vems fel är det att ögonpetningarna fortsätter? 14:20 Kommunist-sebbe i farten nu igen 15:15 AFN IX 16:03 Najib Adams får ett tufft välkomnande till proffsscenen 18:40 Abdurakhman Nasrutdinov med karriärens snabbaste vinst? 20:00 Junior Karanta är tillbaka med råge! 21:45 De tyngre viktklasserna gör comeback i Sverige! 22:48 Oliver Falkström klippte till frisören 23:30 Elshod Anvarov fortsätter briljera 23:55 Adijan Omerovic TKO:ar Jiffa Kundo 24:18 Gustav Sandelin avancerar i turneringen 24:55 Emin Omic glänser igen 25:10 Leonard Jonsson också vidare 25:30 Rashid Gidaev har ett nytt bälte 26:40 Jonny Touma gör debut i Cage Warriors! 31:00 Finns det något annat av värde på Cage Warriors-kortet? 32:28 UFC London! 32:36 Leon Edwards vs den mest överskattade killen i weltervikt 36:14 Vi är i den tråkiga eran av UFC 36:53 Jan Blachowicz vs Carlos Ulberg AKA veteran vs modell 39:10 Kevin Holland vs Gunnar Nelson AKA extrovert vs introvert 40:55 Nathaniel Wood vs Morgan Chapa AKA hundraårskriget del 2 41:45 resten av UFC London 42:20 Mick parkin vs Marcin Tybura AKA stackars Tybrua 43:58 Guram Kutateladze är tillbaka! 47:40 Lyssnarfrågor

Najib Adams gör efterlängtad proffsdebut, Emin Omic går för dubbeln i AFN Rising Stars-turneringar, nu i en viktklass upp och Jiffa Kundo är tillbaka efter fight of the year-kandidaten på SM. Men frågan vi alla vill ha besvarad kvarstår, var är Leonidas? Utöver AFN så har vi Cage Warriors på fredag med David Jacobsson och UNITE championship i Danmark med Ilaz Zabelaj, Max Wennow och Hubert Majewski. HÄNG MED! Rondvilan på sociala medier: Rondvilan YouTube Rondvilan Instagram Rondvilan TikTok   UFC 313 00:00 Ali provocerar skiten ur Sebbe genom att poängtera "Pereira blev manglad" 0:38 INTRO 3:17 UFC:s sista stjäärna ryker från titeln 6:28 "Jag anstränger mig för att hålla kvar vår vänskap" 7:08 Sebbe med en 10-8 mot Ali AKA Gaethje vs Fiziev 2 9:18 Justin Gaethje föddes för detta 11:11 Det gamla gardet i lättvikt håller 13:50 UFC är inga fans av riktig journalistik 14:28 "King" Green blir behandlad som en peasant 15:13 Prospect-matchen som alla redan har gjort i sitt huvud 15:36 Jailin Turner lägger handskarna på hyllan AFN 9 18:05 Najib Adams får main event 21:48 Vad hände med Liam Pitts? 22:35 Ingen Leonidas heller?! 23:25 Abdurakhman Nasrutdinov & Alis dåliga svenska 24:28 Är Oliver Falkström "The Influencer Killer"? 26:02 Junior Karanta återvänder mot "Kung Fu Panda" 27:12 Ali tycker alla spanjorer och brassar ser likadana ut 29:00 En tillbakablick på Junior "Fatty" Karantas karriär --- 30:21 Elshod Anvarov går match om titeln! 32:30 Jiffa Kundo vs Adijan Omerovic 35:35 Rashid Gidaev går OCKSÅ titelmatch! 36:53 Whoo da fook is dat guy? 37:27 84-kilosturneringen! 43:10 AFN lämnar Allstars TC? 45:10 Vilka svenskar fightas utomlands denna veckan? 50:36 Lyssnarfrågor  

United States Army Sgt. Rasmyyah Green, AKA DJ Raslayy, works at the American Forces Network Humphreys Radio Station as the evening show host on Camp Humphreys, South Korea, Feb. 12, 2025. As part of the AFN radio team, Green spreads command information and entertainment throughout the Pacific region to U.S. military personnel bringing them a taste of home. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Jazmin Cameron)

Nutritional scientist Dr Federica Amati shares her journey from aspiring medical student to becoming head nutritionist at Zoe. She discusses the importance of evidence-based nutrition, the challenges of public health communication, and the complexities of dietary advice in the age of social media.  Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Amati emphasises the value of consistent, varied eating patterns and the critical role of prevention in public health. In This Episode 00:00:25 - Introduction and early education background 00:01:25 - Medical school aspirations and pivot to biomedical sciences 00:08:25 - Career transition to public health and prevention 00:16:25 - Journey through hospitality and marketing in New York 00:21:45 - Return to academia and pursuing a PhD 00:23:15 - Balancing motherhood with academic pursuits 00:33:00 - Role at Zoe and nutrition science 00:39:45 - Mediterranean diet and carbohydrate quality 00:56:35 - Social media, nutrition misinformation, and professional responsibility 01:08:35 - Perspectives on weight loss medication 01:09:30 - Vision for the future of nutrition and public health About Federica Amati Dr Federica Amati is a nutrition scientist who holds a PhD in clinical medicine research and serves as the head nutritionist at Zoe. She combines her expertise in public health, medical science, and nutrition to promote evidence-based dietary advice. Currently, she holds a teaching role as the nutrition lead in the School of Medicine and works clinically as an AFN registered nutritionist.

Because he never wore a uniform or carried a badge, Ben Buehler-Garcia has always considered it his duty to support those who do. When the creator of American Warrior Radio died unexpectedly, Ben decided to jump in with both feet knowing nothing about the radio business. At first his plan was for it just to be a weekend labor of love, often subsidized out of his own pocket. When he began receiving inquiries from national level guests, Ben committed to getting these important stories to as many ears as possible. American Warrior Radio is now syndicated by The Talk Media Network and broadcasts coast to coast on 19 terrestrial radio stations and Wreaths Across America Radio. The show was just picked up by the American Forces Network and will be broadcast to our deployed military in approximately 168 countries and 20 ships at sea. Ben currently volunteers as Vice-President of the 9/11 Tower Challenge Foundation, Vice-Chariman of the USS Tucson (SSN 770) support group and on Congressman Juan Ciscomani's Veterans Advisory Council. He was named the Navy Operational Support Center's "Good Neighbor of the Year" and also served as Honorary Commander to Lt. General Robin Rand (US 12th Air Force) Pete A Turner and Ben go back a number of years now. Pete has FINALLY remembered to book Ben for the Break It Down Show...we are excited to see what these two have in store.

National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak of the Assembly of First Nations says there's still a lot of work to do during her term as national chief. She tells Face to Face the AFN will continue to call for an inquiry into police brutality and killings.

Police Led Team In Anambra Off 19 Bombs In Nimo, Sack Unknown Gunmenhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/police-led-team-in-anambra-off-19-bombs-in-nimo-sack-unknown-gunmen/25/12/2024/#Nigeria Police Force #Anambra #Christmas #Nimo #Njikoka #Police ©December 25th, 2024 ®December 25, 2024 6:55 pm Joint Security Operatives, comprising men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, Civil Defence, Local vigilante group members led by men of the Nigeria Police Force have deactivated and set off 19 unexploded bombs planted by unknown gunmen at Nimo Community in the Njikoka local government area of Anambra State after gun battle with the non state actors on Christmas eve. #OsazuwaAkonedo

On her one-year anniversary, AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak reflects on her leadership. B.C. Regional Chief Terry Teegee says the AFN executive should never forget who they work for. George Erasmus has a new book out about his 50 years of First Nations activism. That's on Nation to Nation.

In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Federica Amati, a Postdoctoral medical scientist, AfN accredited Nutritionist, and Head Nutritionist at Zoe. Dr. Amati shares her expertise on the gut microbiome, explaining its critical role in health, including its impact on brain development, blood sugar regulation, and bone health. She emphasizes the importance of diet, describing the gut as an internal garden that needs proper nourishment, including probiotics and fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and kimchi. They also dive into the importance of nutrition and movement for building healthy bones and muscles, particularly in childhood and adolescence, and address the growing concern of undernutrition among young women. Dr. Amati stresses the need to reconnect with food in a balanced, positive way to promote long-term health across all life stages. ••• Connect with Dr. Federica Amati: Instagram: @dr.fede.amati Website: https://www.federicaamati.com/  ZOE Science and Nutrition Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/unGW1V1r ZOE MenoScale: https://zoe.com/menoscale  ••• Make sure to follow Dr. Vonda Wright: Instagram: @drvondawright Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vondawright Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drvondawright LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vonda-wright-md-ms-2803374 Website: http://www.DrVondaWright.com ••• If you enjoyed this episode, Subscribe to “HOT For Your Health” for more inspiring episodes. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-for-your-health/id1055206993 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Q2Al27D79jCLAyzp4hKBv?si=b62b374994884eed We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your comments or join the discussion on social media using #HotForYourHealthPodcast.  

Matters Arising Over Real Date COAS LagbaJa Dies https://osazuwaakonedo.news/matters-arising-over-real-date-coas-lagbaja-dies/07/11/2024/ #Issues #Bola #COAS #Jackson #Lagbaja #Taoreed #Tinubu #Ude ©November 7th, 2024 ®November 7, 2024 4:34 pm Many Nigerians woke up to a sad news on October 20, 2024 by a US based X user, Jackson Ude who alleged that the country Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has died of cancer from an undisclosed hospital in the United States of America on October 17, 2024 after the COAS was apparently last seen in public functions in Osun State early September, 2024, with allegations that his death is being kept secret because of some senior military officers who were lobbying for the position and on October 19, 2024, the Nigerian Army authority had announced the pulling out and retirement of top military generals from the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN. #OsazuwaAkonedo

I veckans Rondvila inleder vi starkt med galan som varit på MMA-Sveriges läppar sedan i lördags, AFN 8. Ali och Philip går igenom samtliga matcher och lyfter fram både positiva samt negativa aspekter av den uppmärksammade galan.  När sedan Sebastian ”globetrotter” Vendel-Martinez ansluter till studion blir det fullt fokus på kommande UFC 308 och lite sammanfattning av Francis Ngannous bragd där han återigen blir världsmästare. Där åsikterna går isär kring Max Holloways eventuella chanser mot Ilia Topuria. Men även om Robert Whittaker kommer att kunna ge suveräne Khamzat Chimaevs dennes första förlust i karriären.  Vi pratar självklart också om Rondvilans egen Meme-stream och svarar på de många lyssnarfrågorna vi så tacksamt har fått. OBS* Vid ett tillfälle säger vi att AFN tar avstånd ifrån en allstars-profil, detta är en felsägning och syftar till profilens kommentarer endast.   Rondvilan på sociala medier: Rondvilan YouTube Rondvilan Instagram Rondvilan TikTok   Timestamps (00:00) Intro (00:20) Rondvilan  - positiva & negativa förknippande (02:00) sanning eller strykas medhårs? (02:40) När det blir personligt i kampsport (04:00) Att skriva kontroveriellt om kampsport vs andra sporter  (04:40) Kimura & Alexander Clausson (05:14) Introduktion av dagens ämnen (05:40) AFN 8 (06:00) AFN är utmärkta på att synas & skapa rubriker (07:20) AFN:s stora affischnamn & sociala medier  (08:10) shoutouts  (09:36) Samuel Bark vs Ricardo Monteiro (11:50) Mark Vologdin (15:50) Liam Pitts  (19:16) Zvonimir Kralj  (21:10) Sakhi "Machete" Qambari  (23:55) Samuel Bark vs "Machete" (23:45) Megic Mike  (26:50) Elshod Anvarov vs Anton Ringvall  (28:09) Johannes Leonidas vs The Bully (31:46) Johanna Persson vs Anne-Line Hogstad (32:24) Valentino Demina vs Oliver Falkström  (33:19) Djaba Murtazaliev  (33:40) Alexander Håkansson vs Emin Omic  (36:00) Elmir Abassov (36:15) Moheb Azizi vs Jakob Valegren  (37:05) helhetsintryck av AFN 8 (38:20) AFN:s stream  (44:50) Philip tippar Topuria vs Holloway (47:26) Philip tippar Khamzat vs Whittaker (50:00) A wild Sebastian Vendel-Martinez appears (52:33) Sebbes helhetstankar om AFN 8  (54:53): Cyborg vs Larissa Pacheco  (57:25) Francis ngannou vs Renan Ferreira  (59:55) Ngannous ranking på tapology (1:01:35) Topuria vs Holloway  (1:11:35) Khamzat vs Whittaker  (1:23:56) Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic  Lyssnarfrågor (1:25:45) Inledning till lyssnarfrågor (1:26:38) Nästa livestream? (1:26:45) Russian link bratha (1:26:58) Går bra för AFN men inte streamen, utvecklingspotential? (1:27:40) Varför hugger **** från allstars så fort de får legitim kritik? (1:27:58) CM diplomatisk i kritik mot AFN. Varför detta hat? (1:30:05) Svårast matchningar proffsen eller influencersen? (1:30:30) Nästa collab med MMApodden?  (1:30:49) Kvalitet av streamen (1:31:14) Tankar om influencers på huvudkortet ? (1:32:16) Mismatches/ tveksamma matchningar på AFN? (1:33:53) Skäms inte allstars över ***? Går hen ärenden åt de? (1:34:05) Hur kommer Topuria hantera förlust mot Holloway? Garbrandt 2.0? (1:34:32) Ingen räkning för nedslagning för Megic Mike? Tankar? (1:35:26) Borde AFN betala tillbaka för stream genom att streama gratis nästa gala? (1:35:39) AFN tar avstånd ifrån Allstars-profils uttalande på sociala medier

Come along to the AFN's annual Climate Gathering where columnist Melina Laboucan-Massimo is teaching Indigenous communities how to transition to clean energy. According to Melina, it's not just about swapping out technologies. Culture and language are key.

Ryan Eller (Executive Director) and Jess Mullins Fullen (Programs & Learning Administrator) of AFN, join Jason on this episode to talk about Appalachian Funders Network. Throughout the conversation you will find all parties involved share a common love for Appalachia and its people. Appalachia Funders Network Launches the Appalachian Helene Response Fund to Support Communities Devastated by Hurricane HeleneURL: https://bit.ly/appheleneresponsefund Appalachia, USA – In the wake of the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene across Appalachia, the Appalachia Funders Network (AFN) is announcing the creation of the Appalachian Helene Response Fund. This pooled relief fund is designed to provide immediate and sustained support to communities across the six states hardest hit by the storm.The Appalachian Helene Response Fund will be a collaborative effort organized by AFN at the specific request of funders and organizations in the area, many of whom are still without power or reliable communication. Individuals may contribute to the fund immediately. "Even as recovery efforts begin, I am deeply aware that many of our own members, leaders, and community partners are among those most affected. In fact, I am personally awaiting news on the safety of family and friends, including several AFN leaders who live in the impacted areas. This storm has challenged us in ways we never anticipated, but it has also revealed the true solidarity of our community. We are uniting as a region to ensure that no one is left behind in this recovery process."The Appalachian Helene Response Fund will channel resources directly to the areas of greatest need, leveraging the reach and local knowledge of AFN's 70+ member organizations across the region. These members, deeply rooted in their communities, will ensure that aid is distributed swiftly and equitably, prioritizing the hardest-hit areas.  We urge media outlets and the public to share the fund's URL widely: https://bit.ly/appheleneresponsefund. The reach of this fund is critical, and spreading the word will help maximize the impact of donations. AFN members on the ground are already mobilizing to address the most urgent needs, and the support garnered through this fund will be pivotal in the recovery efforts."Our region is no stranger to the impacts of severe weather, and we have always shown what it means to come together as a community," Garrett Blaize, AFN Steering Committee Co-Chair and Executive Director of the Appalachian Community Fund added. "This fund is a testament to the unwavering grit, spirit of collaboration, and compassion that define Appalachia. Together, we will get through this."About the Appalachia Funders NetworkThe Appalachia Funders Network (AFN) is a collaboration of more than 70 philanthropic organizations and partners working across six states in Central Appalachia. Our mission is to accelerate an equitable Appalachian transition by aligning resources and strategies for shared learning, investment, and advocacy. AFN members are committed to building a stronger, healthier, and more resilient region.For more information, or to make a donation to the Appalachian Helene Response Fund, please visit https://bit.ly/appheleneresponsefund.www.appalachiahelenefund.orgMedia Contact:Jess Mullins Fullen jfullen@appalachiafunders.orgWe Thank God for folks pulling together to help one another!We thank You for listening and your continuing support!We thank our wonderful sponsors- WWAG 107.9fm www.wagoncountry.com The Jackson County Sun www.jacksonsunky.com our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood and our friend and neighbor Devonna HiselYou can email us for any reason at appalachianimagination@gmail.comSTAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robert-bowman42/support

Treasury invests $500m+ in tribal small business programs Episcopal Church returns hundreds of items to Northern Arapaho Tribe Push at AFN to restore ANILCA subsistence rights #TBT: USPS releases Geronimo, Sacajawea, Chief Joseph stamps

Möt Samuel Bark, även känd som ”Sammon Decker”.Hans fightingstil och målmedveten i buren har gjort honom till ett av dom största namnen inom svensk MMA.Men allting började på riktigt för många år sedan i Thailand: Den legendariske Muay Thai-utövaren och tränaren Sangtiennoi namngav Samuel efter den kända västerlänningen ”The Diamond” Ramón Dekkers.Samuel fick namnet när Sangtiennoi såg honom boxas på en träning, och tyckte att dom vara lika i utseendet och i kraften på slagen.Detta var såklart en enorm ära för Samuel men även en press som han skulle få sättas på prov i kommande år framöver.Bark blev mästare i både Muay Thai och kickboxning innan han tog steget över till MMA för 4 år sedan.Samuel Bark har nu ett professionellt record på 10-2 samt världsmästarstatus i en stor internationell organisation.Nu på lördag den 19 oktober är han aktuell på AFN 8 i Stockholm, där han möter den rutinerade brasilianske Ricardo Monteiro. Men vem är egentligen Samuel Bark utanför buren?Samt Även där poddar finns @youtube @acastsweden @spotifyswedenGillar du det vi gör och vill stötta oss gå isåfall gärna in och kom med förslag på gäster och innehåll.Glöm inte att prenumerera och tipsa om vår kanal!Tack för att ni tittar,delar och diskuterar!Visuals/Redigering: @danieltobar ***Detta är en personlig berättelse utifrån gästens perspektiv. Dialogiskt tar givetvis avstånd från all romantisering och glorifiering av droger, våld, kriminalitet, rasism, mobbing, trakasserier m.m.*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFN är tillbaka och nu slår de på den stora trumman! Inför 8:e upplagan kommer vi få se fjäder- och welterviktsturneringarna avgöras, Machete försvarar sitt guld, Liam pitts gör proffsdebut, Samuel Bark gör kanske sin sista match utanför UFC, Megic Mike gör A-klass debut och Valentino Demina och Johannes Leonidas gör MMA-debut. Francis Ngannou är tillbaka i MMA i helgen också och innan han kliver in i buren så slåss bland de främsta utövarna i MMA som inte är i UFC, i PFL buren i Riyadh, Saudi Arabien.     Rondvilan på sociala medier: Rondvilan YouTube Rondvilan Instagram Rondvilan TikTok Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (06:19) AFN äger rum i ny arena! (11:26) Bark vs Monteiro (15:55) Vologdin vs Baptista (19:07) Pitts vs Nejara (23:40) Kralj vs Luna (26:22) Machete vs Ruano (29:39) Influencers (30:00) Ringvall vs Anvarov (33:50) Persson vs Hogstad (34:43) Håkansson vs Omic (40:40) Azizi vs Valegren (45:20) Sebbes influencerkollegor intar arenan (51:40) Sporttouchen intar också arenan (52:22) Ngannou vs Ferreira (1:02:53) Cyborg vs Pachecho (1:04:53) Eblen vs Edwards (1:09:24) McKee vs Hughes (1:12:25) UFC i helgen Lyssnarfrågor  (1:13:36) Fler event framöver? (1:14:00) Tankar om AFN matchordningen? (1:15:16) Krav för att Bark blir nästa stora export? UFC-potential? (1:17:35) Predictions AFN/PFL?  (1:19:16) Tankar om influencermatcher högre på kortet än fighters?  (1:22:02) Om inte ”face the pain”, vilken kan vara UFC-låten? (1:23:24) Ngannous status som megastjärna död vid förlust?    (1:25:10) Sammanfattning inför helgen (1:26:30) LIKE SHARE SUBSCRIBE

AFN News in Times of Tragedy. Trends in shortwave programming by Fred Waterer, part 2 - from NASB 2024.

Federal prosecutors have attempted to tie Indigenous political prisoner Leonard Peltier to the murder of fellow AIM activist, Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash. It is a frequent allegation that has relied on weak evidence and the charges of paid federal informants. In this episode, TRN Podcast co-host Nick Estes (@nickwestes) looks at several sources of information from key Indigenous activists who knew Leonard Peltier and Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash to the FBI's own knowledge of her murder at the time it happened and federal prosecutors' initial hesitancy to take up the case. Learn more here from a lecture by Ernesto Vigil at the University of Denver on May 6, 2023. Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel The Red Nation Podcast is sustained by comrades and supporters like you. Power our work here: www.patreon.com/redmediapr ------ Below is the text of Hank Adams' 2020 Facebook post, shortly before his passing: Note: Adams is responding to a 2016 APTN article in which Assembly of First Nations Chief Perry Bellegarde apologizes to Anna Mae Aquash's family. December 14, 2020 Intellectually dishonest hate-monger Paul DeMain has reignited his campaign to assure denial of any Executive Clemency to LEONARD PELTIER, 76, at any time before Leonard's next scheduled Parole Hearing in Year 2024 with a continued misuse and abuse of the December 1975 gunshot death of ANNA MAE AQUASH and the unconscionable exploitation of Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash's children. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde makes significant points in this 2016 article in which the 1975 Aquash death became the center point in President Barack Obama's decision to deny Clemency to Peltier: “I regret that my statement caused some hurt and pain and I apologize for the pain I caused her [Denise Maloney Pictou] and her family,” said Bellegarde. “That wasn't my intent.” Bellegarde said he still would like to see Peltier freed. He said the case is a separate issue from AIM's execution of Aquash. “I called for that (Peltier's release) because there is an injustice there,” said Bellegarde. “So I will continue to advocate for that.” Bellegarde said two previous AFN national chiefs have made the same call which is also backed by Amnesty International and prominent individuals like the Dalai Lama. Peltier was extradited from Canada to the U.S. in December 1976. Warren Allmand, Canada's solicitor general at the time of Peltier's extradition, has since stated the F.B.I submitted false information to have Peltier extradited." DeMain's posting of Aquash daughter Denise Maloney Pictou's December 12, 2020, renewed accusations against Leonard Peltier and DeMain's hated AIM organization [re-Posted here in Comment 1] are the beginning of a campaign to assure that 2020 President-Elect Joe Biden will not grant Executive Clemency to Leonard Peltier. In death and posthumously, Anna Mae has been made a sainted heroine. But between 1972 and November 14, 1975, Anna Mae's ways were AIM's ways. AIM's ways - good and bad - were without qualification or reservation Anna Mae's ways, by choice. At NCAI in November, American Indian Press Association's (AIPA) Richard LaCourse told me of his meeting with Dennis Banks, Leonard Peltier, Kamook Banks, and Anna Mae just before his coming to Portland for NCAI.. Anna Mae then had indicated no distress nor given any indication that she was being held prisoner or against her will. On November 14, 1975, the four AIM "leaders" only broke apart because of the Ontario, Oregon stopping of their [Marlon Brando] recreational vehicle by armed Oregon police. A couple days later, Leonard Peltier was transported (through Franks Landing) from Portland into British Columbia (by associates of mine, who did not inform me then of their activity). He spent the next month in the locale he was taken to and remained incommunicado with U.S. colleagues until later, at least until he traveled to Small Boy's camp in Alberta, Canada. That is where the RCMP and FBI picked up on Leonard - long after Anna Mae Aquash's death in the second week of December 1975. Memorandum in the FBI's Denver Office dated as early as December 19, 1975 disclosed Anna Mae Aquash had been killed - although the FBI would feign ignorance of the death and the corpse identity for more than the next three months. The December 1975 memos identified the killers as John "Boy" Graham, Arlo Looking Cloud, and Theda Nelson Clarke - although none of the three were indicted through the next 28 years. The Looking Cloud trial was held in December 2004; Graham's in 2010 - lapses of 29 and 35 years. Theda Nelson - a likely FBI Informant in December 1975 - (on mental competency findings) did not go to trial. Clark died at age 87 in 2011. Although a lead prosecutor opened the Leonard Peltier trial in Fargo, North Dakota on March 16, 1977 declaring: "AIM is not on trial."; both AIM and Leonard Peltier were made the main 'defendants' in the 2004 and 2010 trials for the killing of Anna Mae Aquash! If there was ever a case where all parties - prosecution, defense and all witnesses - acted in friendly collusion to 'convict' undefended and absent non-parties [1st Leonard Peltier; 2nd AIM] - the Looking Cloud and Graham trials were such cases. The fodder for the trial's conspiratorial claptrap largely was wrung from the mind and imagination of Paul DeMain in his relentless vendetta against AIM leaders and most creatively against Leonard Peltier. Many of his unsubstantiated claims were rejected by author Steven Hendricks when writing "The Unquiet Grave" (2007). DeMain "Timelines" for Anna Mae Pictou have since focused on the AIM Convention in New Mexico just prior to the Jumping Bull Compound deaths of FBI Agents on Pine Ridge on June 26, 1975 leading to the 1977 life sentence convictions of Peltier. The design is intended to prejudice considerations against any grant of parole or clemency for Peltier. Canada's Assembly of First Nation is correct in declaring the "execution" of Anna Mae Aquash and the pursuit of "freedom" for Leonard Peltier on compassionate and humanitarian grounds are "separate issues." They are correct in continuing their support for Executive Clemency through offices of both the Canadian Prime Minister and any U.S. President. What satisfaction can President Elect Biden derive from side-stepping all humanitarian and compassionate considerations for Leonard Peltier through a first term, deferring any favorable consideration to the scheduled Parole Hearing in 2024? The Pardons Office of a bureaucratic and prejudiced Justice Department housing the FBI has already failed the last four Presidents of the United States in this matter! Will retribution finally end if Leonard Peltier is still alive in 2024 and then 80 years old? Indians of Western Washington who transported Leonard Peltier to Canada on or about November 17, 1975, and Indians of British Columbia who hosted and concealed him for the next month or until beyond when the FBI first was informed of Anna Mae's death and the identity of her killers can attest to Leonard's movements and communications (record) that wholly absolve Leonard Peltier of any direct or indirect role in the December 1975 murder of Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash.

In this engaging episode of Laugh, Lend, and Eat, recorded live at NAMMBA Connect ‘24 in Orlando, FL, Fobby and Joe Wilson sit down with Seth Daniels, Regional Branch Manager for American Financial Network. Seth shares his inspiring story, from his background as a combat paratrooper to becoming a podcast pioneer in the mortgage industry. He discusses his nine-year tenure with AFN, the challenges of the mortgage market, and how he integrates technology and AI to stay ahead. Seth also introduces his upcoming podcast and highlights his leadership philosophy that centers on always being ready rather than reacting to market changes. Key Topics: Seth's journey from a combat paratrooper to a branch manager in the mortgage industry His nine-year history with AFN and why he's stayed with the company Navigating the current mortgage market and preparing for future opportunities The role of technology and AI in mortgage lending The launch of Seth's new podcast targeting the mortgage community Leadership and readiness: Seth's philosophy of staying ready for any challenge Top 3 Notable Quotes Highlighting Seth's Journey: "I'm a combat paratrooper. I jump out of perfectly good aircraft. So, the technology doesn't scare me, because I've done consulting for IBM, the FBI, Port Authority in New York, New Jersey… To every problem, there's a solution."— Seth reflects on his military background and how it has shaped his mindset of adaptability and overcoming challenges in both his IT and mortgage careers. "There's a saying: I'm not going to get ready because I stay ready."— Seth discusses his military-inspired approach to leadership and preparation, emphasizing the importance of being proactive in a volatile mortgage market. "Sometimes people are holding on to information that's no longer valid."— Seth urges consumers to stay informed and work with trusted mortgage professionals, especially in a rapidly changing environment where outdated information can be detrimental. Call to Action:Subscribe to Laugh, Lend, and Eat for more interviews with industry leaders. Keep an eye out for Seth Daniels' new podcast launching soon, where he will bring even more insights into the mortgage world.

“We are all inflamed at some level”, says guest expert Dr. Shivani Gupta. Why does this matter? Most chronic diseases are tied to chronic inflammation. In this episode, discover how turmeric and curcumin can help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain, and support overall health and wellness. Dr. Gupta breaks down the science behind turmeric and curcumin, revealing ways to incorporate them into your diet for maximum benefits.  In this episode you'll hear:2:20 – Dr. Gupta's PhD focus on curcumin5:30 – Difference between acute and chronic inflammation7:45 – Toxic burden and daily detox practices11:00 – The food-inflammation connection13:15 – Turmeric's effect on inflammation15:50 – Difference between turmeric and curcumin17:45 – How to use turmeric and curcumin?19:25 – Using black pepper or a healthy fat with turmeric19:45 – Can you cook with a turmeric supplement?22:00 – Can you use turmeric instead of Ibuprofen for acute pain?24:00 – Curcumin in Orthopedics and Neurology26:40 – Who should not use curcumin?27:15 – What are telomeres and curcumin's role in longevity and health span?28:20 – Health benefits of spices29:40 – Discount CodeReferences:Discount Code AFN for 15% off your turmeric order at Fusionary Formulas. Alternative Food Network gets a commission if you decide to make a purchase using discount code AFN.Reducing Inflammation in the Body with Food, Culinary Medicine Recipe podcast, Episode 13  Credits:Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLMSound and Editing - Will CrannExecutive Producer - Esther Garfin©2024 Alternative Food Network Inc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/culinary-medicine-recipe--3467840/support.

Topic: Leading in Challenging Times   Guest: Maayan Aviv   Bio:    Israel is facing multi-generational trauma. NATAL, based in Israel, is a non-profit organization founded 25 years ago. The organization specializes in the field of war-and-terror-related trauma, PTSD and resiliency-building among civil society.   American Friends of NATAL (AFN), supports the efforts in Israel. It also engages in innovative collaborations, partnering with US organizations who seek NATAL's expertise in the field of trauma preparedness and recovery. For example, work is being done in Chicago and Ukraine.   Maayan Aviv is CEO of AFN, was in the IDF, and has dedicated her life to Jewish non-profits.     *In this episode we learn about balance and how to manage those around us including board members & volunteers. We also hear about having flexibility in leadership and managing expectations.  

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Being a life-long blind person I have never served in the military and thus only understand the military way of life vicariously. There is reading about it, of course and there is talking to military people about their lifestyle. Today you get to hear a conversation not only about military life, specifically the army world, as it were, from a 20-year career soldier, Chase Spears who recently retired from the military as a major in the army. Chase grew up always interested in the news and what was going on in the world around him. He attended college, both undergraduate studies and later graduate work at universities in Tennessee. Along the way an army recruiting officer persuaded him to join the army. By that time, he was well married to a woman who, surprising to him, supported his decision to leave college and join the army. Chase's telling of this story is wonderful to hear. As you will see, he is quite the storyteller.   He and I talk a great deal about the world of a soldier, and he puts a lot of things into perspective. For those of you who have served in the military much of what you hear may not be totally new. However, since Chase served in public affairs/relations duties throughout most of his army career, you may find his observations interest. Chase and I had a good free-flowing and informative conversation. I personally came away fascinated and look forward to talking with Chase again in the future. A few months ago, Mr. Spears retired and entered into a doctoral program at Kansas State University where he is conducting research concerning how military life impacts the citizenship of those who serve. You will get to hear a bit about what he is finding.   About the Guest:   U.S. Army Major (Ret.) Chase Spears is first and foremost a Christian, Husband, and Father to five children who help to keep him and his wife young at heart. Having grown up with a passion for news and policy, Chase spent 20 years in the Army as a public affairs officer, trying to be part of a bridge between the military and the public. He merged that work with a passion for writing to become one of the Army's most published public affairs officers, often to resistance from inside the military. Chase continues that journey now as a doctoral candidate at Kansas State University, where his dissertation research explores how military life impacts the citizenship of those who serve. His other writings focus on topics including civil-military dynamics, communication ethics, and the political realities of military operations.   Ways to connect with Chase:   LinkedIn/X/Substack/Youtube: @drchasespears www.chasespears.com   About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/   https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening!   Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!   Subscribe to the podcast   If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.   Leave us an Apple Podcasts review   Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.     Transcription Notes: Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:21 Hi there and welcome once again to unstoppable mindset. And we have a I think really interesting show today are interesting episode we get to chat with major retired Chase Spears. I've been saying ret all morning because he's got Rhett in parentheses. And I didn't even think about it being not a name but retired. But anyway, that's me. Anyway, he has been involved in a lot of writing in and out of the military. He was a major military person for 20 years. He's now in a doctoral candidate program, Kennedy C candidacy program. And my gosh, there's a lot there, but we'll get to it also. Major Rhett major Chase spears. Welcome to unstoppable mindset. We're glad you're here.   Chase Spears ** 02:13 just thrilled to be with you, Michael. Thanks for having me. Now   Michael Hingson ** 02:17 that now that we've abused you with Rhett, but that's okay.   Chase Spears ** 02:20 I think God worse. Well, there   Michael Hingson ** 02:22 you are. And by your friends, I bet. So that's what really makes them more fun. But we're but I really am grateful that you were willing to come on and spend some time with us. Why don't we start I love to, to start this way to give people a chance to get to know you. Why don't you tell us some about the early Chase spheres and growing up and all that stuff?   Chase Spears ** 02:44 Well, it's yeah, it's been quite a journey. I grew up in the southeast us My family was out of Florida. And when I was a teenager, we ended up moving we went out to Texas, which was really just kind of a an entire change of culture for us. If you can imagine going from the kind of urban parts of Florida that are really highly populated a lot of traffic, a lot of tourism, a lot of industry. And we went up to North Central Texas in my teen years. And if you can imagine going from from that, you know, Florida to a town of about 9000 people it was a an oil and agricultural cattle town, and Graham, Texas and it was really kind of a culture shock at first, but turned into some of the best and most formative years of my life where I I really learned the value of hard work working on the fields with my dad really got to kind of connect with nature and just taking some gorgeous sunsets in the evenings out working in the fields enjoying the views of the wildlife Hall. I was out working. But one thing that I did learn from hard manual labor, was it made sure that I kept on track for college. And so I ended up going to Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee in 1998. Right after I graduated from high school, I was homeschooled and met my Hi my sweetie there, Laurie. We were married by senior year we decided neither one of us we wanted to graduate and leave the other one behind. So we got married start a family pretty young afterwards. Went on to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville afterwards because I thought, hey, I want to work in journalism. And it'd be great to have a master's degree in journalism to prove my commitment to the field make people take me seriously. And it was during that time that I ran into an army recruiter while I was working my part time job at a law firm. I was working at the courthouse one day filing paperwork. And this gentleman and I just struck up a conversation in an elevator he was there in his full dress uniform was very impressive to me as a civilian at the time. And so I started asking him questions about what he did. In what army life was like just trying to be friendly, conversational, I was genuinely curious, though I was not looking for a military career. Well, as a good recruiter does, he managed to coax a phone number out of me. And seven months later there I am raising my right hand, swearing into the army in Knoxville, Tennessee. And so we were in the army for 20 years, we moved to several different parts of the nation, we've landed in northeastern Kansas, just on the outskirts of the Greater Kansas City, Missouri area. And now we're kind of starting a new phase of life after the army enjoying being kind of planted Gayndah. Watch our kids grow in a smaller community. And we're excited about what's next. So   Michael Hingson ** 05:42 what is the postdoc? Where are the doctoral degree in, that you're seeking.   Chase Spears ** 05:47 So I am in a program entitled leadership communication. But I'm kind of a misplaced public policy scholars what I've learned, but the faculty there have been so wonderfully gracious to me, and I've been very supportive of my research agenda. So I'm a career communicator. In the army, I was a public affairs officer. So everything I did was about stuff like this. I didn't community engagement, I did interviews, I was did social media strategy, I was part of the bridge that the military tries to build between it and the public, which is incredibly important in our form of governance. And so I love all things communication. And I also love team leadership, small organizational leadership, I had the chance to, to lead teams, I had the chance to lead a company while I was in the army, so fell in love with that. So when I saw a degree program that merged both of those, you know, they had me at hello, I was a sucker from the get go when I saw the marketing. So I applied and they very kindly accepted me. So I've been studying leadership communication, but my research agenda is actually more in the policy realm. My dissertation work is studying how did we come to this concept that the military isn't a political and air quotes institution, when it is funded by the government when it is commanded by elected leadership? When when we exert our national will, on other nations with it there absolutely political connotations to all of that. And And yet, we kind of say the opposite. So I was curious, I was like, this would be something fun to explore, how did we How did we get to where we believe this in spite of what we do? And so that's what my research Jind agenda is all about. And I'm having a lot of fun writing.   Michael Hingson ** 07:37 Well, and I guess we could go right to why well, so why do you think the reason is that we are not a political but we say we are? Oh, are you still researching it to the point where you're not ready to answer that yet? Well, I   Chase Spears ** 07:57 have, I have some theories and what I believe are pretty educated guesses. I'm trying to make sure that I don't bore your audience going too deep in the weeds on this. It's really kind of comes out of the Second World War. When you look at the history of the United States. Traditionally, we are a nation, our ancestors were part of a nation that were really cautious about the idea of having large standing military forces during peacetime. Because there had been this historical observance over hundreds of years, particularly in Europe, that large forces during peacetime ended up causing problems for society and the nations that bred large armies inevitably found ways to use them, that might not always be to the benefit of the populace. So we come out of the Second World War, and the nation has decided we're going to become the global military superpower, we didn't want to be caught off guard again, like we were for what Germany had done in the years after the First World War. And we also have a rising Russia, we need to counter that. So we decided as a nation, yeah, we will become a global, permanent, large, highly industrialized, highly institutionalized force. Well, how do you gain public support for that when the public has traditionally for hundreds of years been very, very suspect of that and very much against it? Well, Samuel, in walk Samuel Huntington, a brilliant political scientist who writes the book, the soldier in the state, and in it he proposed a theory of military supervision in which officers would abstained from voting and then over time that grew legs into Okay, well, now we're just not involved in politics and then in time that grew legs into where a political, but if you go around the force and ask most people what that means, if you ask them to define that word, few would actually be able to define it. It's one of those kind of discursive terms that we've come up with kind of like for the public good. Well, what is for the public good? Can you actually define that, and it's largely often in the eyes of the beholder. So that that's where I believe it came from, I'm still doing quite a bit of work and reading in that. But historically, it's very fascinating to see where we've come and just 70 years on that topic. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 10:25 And also, we're in a phase of all of that, where it seems to be at least that it's changing and morphing again, I mean, with what's happened in the last seven years in this country, and the, the lack of desire for discourse, the the desire on some people's parts to really involve the military and a lot of things. It seems like we're possibly changing again, or perhaps even strengthening the military in some way. And I'm not sure what that is.   Chase Spears ** 11:04 We there's really kind of been somewhat of a public backlash, the last, I'd say, five to 10 years, we saw an increasing comfort with military members publicly advocating for political policy for political parties, which is absolutely within their constitutional right to do, George Washington himself said, we did not lay aside the citizen to assume the soldier. But again, that that discourse coming out of the Second World War, really kind of conditions the American public to think that when you're in the military, you do give up your rights to expression that you do give up your rights to citizen agency, and, and, and meaningful involvement in civic processes. And while we do rightly give up some expressive rights, and that is captured and codified in military regulations, and the Uniform Code of Military Justice, there's some legitimacy to that argument. But I would say, you know, if you're, if you're holding a ruler in your hand, the regulations kind of restrict us somewhere between the two and three inch mark on the ruler, whereas the perception that's just kind of come out of the repetition of these terms and ideas is more that we're up around the nine or 10 inch mark on the ruler, if that makes any sense for you. So we we've seen in the last few years, more military people being willing to get involved politically, and there has been somewhat of a backlash to it. And therein is the problem. You if you're going to hold to a belief to a doctrine to a discursive claim, then you have to match it. And the military is really kind of at a point right now they have a decision to make, are we going to hold on to this discourse to this idea? Or are we going to acknowledge that? Well, the regulations are much less restrictive than what people have been led to believe? It's it's a tough spot to be there's not a perfect answer, to help the institution requires cracking down on constitutional freedoms. And well, what is the institution there to serve? So it's a very sticky issue?   Michael Hingson ** 13:11 Well, it does seem to me that in no way, because the person becomes a soldier. And even in their oaths, do they give up the right to be a citizen of the country? So I'm with George Washington?   Chase Spears ** 13:26 Oh, absolutely. No, I am with with George Washington himself, you know, the greatest American? And I think we would, it's a, it's a good reminder of the importance of knowing our history and knowing where we came from. It's in my interviews with military members on this topic. In my research, I'm finding that that like me, most of them were just kind of told these things verbally. They were never pointed to the actual rules. They were never actually pointed to the actual laws. I only know the regulations because I have a personal fascination on the topic. And I went and looked them up. But no one ever told me where to find them. That was research on my own team and figure out where do I look for this. So it's, we really need to do better, nationally, to know our history and know where we came from.   Michael Hingson ** 14:14 We do have a really interesting paradox in the world, because we've gotten in the last two government administrations, to different views of not only how to govern, but to a degree how the military needs to be a part of it, and that's gonna not be very helpful to things either.   Chase Spears ** 14:34 Absolutely. The the military at the end of the day is controlled by the Civilian governance. Now. I'll acknowledge that General Mark Milley didn't really seem to think so and there have been other figures in military history who MacArthur being one of them who who seemed to challenge who was actually in charge of the military. But at the end of the day, constitutionally, we We are governed by by civilians. And that that is right, that is proper any anything else would be a coup and you don't want that. So we, it comes down to how does the military try to hold a consistent line? When you have governments that change every two to four to eight years and have drastically different perspectives on policy? How do you as a military hold an even keel and another wise stormy sea. And in previous generations, we had senior general officers who were pretty good at that they were pretty good at saying, regardless of what the ship of state is doing, the ship of military is going to remain on a heading to serve everyone. And there's been somewhat of a lack a breakdown of discipline at the senior ranks in the last probably 10 years, that's really kind of shuttered the ship of the military. And I think the current some of the recently promoted, general officers understand that I think General GA is the new Chief of Staff of the Army, I think he understands that and he's trying to do some things to reintroduce some stability, but it's a hard thing.   Michael Hingson ** 16:16 Yeah. And the other part about it is that the military, in some ways is a part of society. So we've had things like the whole Don't Ask, Don't Tell dealing with LGBTQ types of issues. And, and of course, even women in the military, and there's been a lot of things that haven't necessarily been as visible as they have become, and are issues that we are starting to face and deal with more. But it seems to me that the military, like it or not, is part of society. And we do need to recognize that collectively, as well.   Chase Spears ** 17:02 We were absolutely drawn from society. We serve society, we exist, you know, for the protection of society. But I will say there's one thing that's all always kind of set Western militaries apart a little bit, and the US military hails from that Western tradition of understanding that just because society chooses to take a move in one direction, doesn't necessarily mean that it's in the national security interest of the United States for the military, to follow suit. And then there's kind of a reason that the military has always tried to, in some way, set itself apart, of acknowledging that there's some things that society will do or want to that are affected by the times as Shakespeare himself noted, there's always a tide in the affairs and man, the tide comes in the time tide goes out the the, the winds shift. And but one thing that was said at the military part was this idea of, at the end of the day, if it's a societal change that enables us to better defend the nation, then that's the direction we'll move. If it's a societal change that could potentially be a friction point or cause additional challenges in securing the nation, we might, we might think on that one a little bit harder, we might be a little more a little slower to adopt that. And we've seen that has kind of broken down the military is very much going out of its way to be reflective of society. And in some ways that can be good in some ways that's caused additional unnecessary frictions to the force and is rightly being having questions asked about it.   Michael Hingson ** 18:45 And that's where having good solid leadership in the military at the highest echelons, has to be an important part of it, because that's where ultimately, the direction that the military goes, is at least in part, going to be authored. Yes, there is a civilian government that and civilian commander in chief, but still the military leaders have to really be the ones mostly to figure out where the military should go in terms of policies and how it deals with different issues or not, I would think.   Chase Spears ** 19:27 And the key word that you hit on there, Michael is leadership. Back a few months ago, I wrote a piece that was published by real clear defense called seven new things the new Sergeant Major of the Army could do to restore trust in the force. And the argument that I made his predecessor was one who was very kind of reactive to the, to the whims you might say, of a the younger generation of soldiers. He was very much all over Twitter about telling me your issues. Let me get involved in your issues. And he was, in some ways a very divisive, senior official in the military. And I equated it to you, you want to look at kind of the British constitutionalist position, the British Crown, if you're looking overseas, it has traditionally been something that it's kind of the rock, unmovable, unshakable, the parliament will do what parliament will do that the Tories and Labour will do what they will do, but the crown is unmovable the crown serves all. And that's kind of something that the military reflected, and I call out to the new rising generation military leaders to remember that, to remember that we don't own this, we owe nothing in the institution, we all leave it one day, as I left it a matter of weeks ago. All I have are my memories and and hopes that I was able to leave some things better than I found them and that the people I served that I hope I served them well. But at the end of the day, we hand it off to someone else. And it's so important for to have good leaders who recognize that we we steward the profession, that we we want to do the best we can with it in our time, and recognize the decisions that we make, will impact those who serve long after our time and do our best to hand it off in the best possible condition that we can for them. Because then to the to society, we returned. And then we depend on this who came after us for our national defense. And so it's the steward mindset to me as key.   Michael Hingson ** 21:41 Yeah. Well, and going back a little bit. So you're in graduate school you got recruited in and accepted and went into the military. What did you do? What was it like when you first went and that certainly again, had to be quite a culture shock from things that you would experience before? Ah,   Chase Spears ** 22:02 yeah, I figured absolutely was you'll never forget your first shark attack at basic training for for anyone who's unfamiliar with that, it's when you once you've done your initial and processing there, whatever base you get your basic training at, for me, it was Fort Jackson in South Carolina. And then they eventually buss you off to your your training companies, which is where you will actually conduct your combat training. This is after you've received your uniforms and done all your finances, paperwork, and life insurance and all that. And then the buses stop and the drill sergeants, they're just there waiting for you. And it's a moment you never forget. And of course, you jump off the bus and they're giving you all these commands that they know it's impossible for you to, to execute to any level of satisfaction. And then when you fail, as you inevitably will, you know, the entire group just gets smoked over and over and over again. And I remember that moment just having that realization of I have not in Kansas anymore, like the next next few months of my life are about to be very different than anything I've ever experienced. And it was it absolutely was. I got through that. And I think the first thing that was really kind of shocking to me be on to the training environment was the use of last names. So yeah, I go by chase my friends call me chase people who know me call me chase. I'm I'm not hung up on titles. I'm a simple guy. In the military, you are your rank and last name. I was specialist Spears sergeants First Lieutenant spears or LT Captain spears, major spears. And I remember at my first unit, there were other other people who in my unit there were the same rank as me. And so I thought were peers I'd call them by their first name. And they never gave me problems about it. But our higher ups would you know, people have rank spears, we don't go by first names spears. And I never I never 20 years and I still never really adjusted well to that I learned how to how to keep myself from getting as many talking to us about it over the years is I had in previous times. But that was a culture shock. And, and just the the constant what we call the military, the battle rhythm, you know, civil society would call it your work schedule, while in the military. It never really ends your day start very early. You have physical training that you're doing with your unit at 630. Depending on what unit you're in, you may be off at a reasonable time in the late afternoon, early evening, or you may be there. I've remember staying at work one night till 4am Just because the boss gave us a job to do. Frankly, it was an unreasonable job. But he gave us a job to do and an extraordinarily tight deadline and it took us till 4am to get the job done and And I was at work by 630, the next morning. So you never, ever really do get used to that in some ways, because you kind of come to accept it. But it's been really eye opening to me in the last nearly three months now that I've been now, looking back and having some control over my schedule now for the first time in 20 years, and realizing, wow, that was such a foreign existence I lived. But when you're when you're swimming in a fishbowl, you don't know you're wet. So every time you do adapt to it, but it's been neat being on the other side and realizing, you know, can kind of breathe in and start to have some say over what a schedule looks like, because I'd forgotten what that was, what that'd be like.   Michael Hingson ** 25:44 But as you rose in the ranks, and I assume took on more responsibility, did that give you any more flexibility in terms of how you operate it on a day to day basis.   Chase Spears ** 25:56 It all depended on the position, there were there were some jobs I had, where were, regardless of the rank, I had flexibility. And then there were other jobs, where I absolutely did not even as a major want, there was a job that I had, where the boss was very adamant. This is the time you will be here and you will be sitting at this desk between these hours and you are authorized authorized is a big term in the military culture, you are authorized a 30 minute lunch break period. And you will be here until this time every day. And this was when I had you know, I think I was at my 1718 year mark. And I remember thinking to myself, golly, do I need to ask permission to go to the bathroom to see, it seemed I didn't. So it really kind of depended on your job. There's a perception a lot of times that the higher you go in rank, the more control you have over your life. And I observed that the opposite is actually true. The higher you go, typically, the more the more demands are placed on you. The more people are depending on the things that you're doing. And and the bigger the jobs are. And the longer the days are was my experience, but it had been flooded depending on what position I was in at the given time.   Michael Hingson ** 27:17 Now, when you first enlisted and all that, what was Laurie's reaction to all of that.   Chase Spears ** 27:23 I was shocked. She was so supportive. She actually grew up in an Air Force household. And so she knew military life pretty well. Her dad had been been in, he spent a lot more time in the air force than I did the army. And then even after he retired from the Air Force, he went on and taught at the Naval Academy as a civilian. So she is just always had a level of familiarity with the military as long as she can remember. She joked with me that when she got married to me and then had to give up her dependent military ID card that it was kind of a moment of mourning for she didn't want to give that thing up. So one day, there we are Knoxville, Tennessee, and I approached her. And I'm trying to be very careful, very diplomatic, very suave, and how I bring it up to her and let her know I've been thinking about the army. And I'm kind of curious what she might think about that. Because it'd be such a drastic lifestyle change from everything we've been talking about. And I was bracing for her to look at me and be like, are you insane? And instead, she was like, Oh, you won't get in the military. And I get an ID card again. Yes. She was she was supportive from from Jump Street. And so you talk about a wife who just was there, every minute of it, and loved and supported and gave grace and rolled with the punches. milori Did she was absolutely phenomenal. Though, I will admit when it got to the point that I was starting to think maybe 20. I'll go ahead and wrap this up, because my original plan had been to do 30. But when I started talking with her about that she was she was also ready, she was ready to actually start having me home regularly for us to be able to start making family plans and be able to follow through with them. Because we had the last three years we had not been able to follow through with family plans, because of the different positions that I was in. So she was very, very supportive of me joining and then she was equally very supportive of me going ahead and and calling it calling it a day here or the last just at the end of this year. But what a what a partner could not have done it   Michael Hingson ** 29:41 without her. So where did she live when you were going through basic training and all that.   Chase Spears ** 29:46 So she stayed in Knoxville for nonGSA. Yeah. And then from there, she actually ended up moving up to her dad's and his wife's place up in Maryland because my follow on school after base See training was the Defense Information School. That's where all the Public Affairs courses are taught. And it's so happens that that is located at Fort Meade, Maryland, which is just about a 45 minute drive traffic dependent from where her dad lived. So while I was in basic training, she went ahead and moved up there to Maryland so that while I was in school up there, we could see each other on the weekends. And then from there, we didn't have to go back to Tennessee and pack up a house or stuff was already packed up so we could get on the road together there to wherever our next duty station was. And it turned out funny enough to be Colorado Springs, Fort Carson. And here's why that's funny. When, when I approached Laurie, about joining the army, one of the things that she was really excited about was seeing the world if you're in the military, you get to see the world, right. And my first duty assignment was the town that she had grown up in, because her dad had spent the last few years of his career teaching at the Air Force Academy there on the northern end of Colorado Springs. So so her her dreams of seeing the world with me, turned out that our first tour was going to write back home for her.   Michael Hingson ** 31:14 Oh, that has its pluses and it's minuses.   Chase Spears ** 31:17 Yep. So it was neat for me to get to see where she had grown up and learn the town little bit.   Michael Hingson ** 31:23 I've been to Fort Meade, and actually a few times I used to sell technology to folks there. And then several years ago, I was invited to come in after the World Trade Center and do a speech there. And so it was it was fun spending some time around Fort Meade heard some wonderful stories. My favorite story still is that one day somebody from the city of Baltimore called the fort because they wanted to do traffic studies or get information to be able to do traffic studies to help justify widening roads to better help traffic going into the fort. So they call it the fort. And they said, Can you give us an idea of how many people come through each day? And the person at the other end said, Well, I'm really not sure what you're talking about. We're just a little shack out here in the middle of nowhere. And so they ended up having to hire their own people to count cars for a week, going in and out of the fort was kind of cute.   Chase Spears ** 32:23 Well, there's quite a bit of traffic there. Now that basis when   Michael Hingson ** 32:26 I was then to there wasn't just a little shack, of course, it was a whole big forest.   Chase Spears ** 32:32 Yeah, yeah, it's I was back there. Golly, I want to say it wasn't that long ago. But it was about five years ago now is back there. And I almost didn't recognize the place. There's been so much new built there. But oh, I know, as far as army assignments go, it's a it's a pretty nice place.   Michael Hingson ** 32:50 Yeah, it is. And as I said, I've had the opportunity to speak there and spend some time dealing with folks when we sold products and so on. So got to got to know, people, they're pretty well and enjoyed dealing with people there. They knew what they were doing. Yeah,   Chase Spears ** 33:07 yeah, that's a it's a smart group of people in that base.   Michael Hingson ** 33:10 So you went through basic training and all that and what got you into the whole idea of public relations and what you eventually went into?   Chase Spears ** 33:20 Well, I had studied in college, my undergraduate degree was in television and radio broadcasting. My master's was in journalism, I'd grown up kind of in the cable news age, and the at the age of the emergence of am Talk Radio is a big, big tool of outreach. And I grew up thinking, this is what I want to do. I love communication. I actually thought it'd be really neat to be an investigative reporter on if, if you remember, back in the 90s, it was this big thing of, you know, Channel Nine on your side, yeah, had this investigative reporter who tell you the real deal about the restaurant or the automotive garage. And I always thought that would be amazing, like what a great public service like helping people to avoid being ripped off. And so I wanted to be a news. I'm sure you're familiar with the Telecom Act of 1996. That That caused a tremendous consolidation of media for your audience who might not be familiar with it. It used to be that really, if you had the wherewithal to buy a media station or a television station or radio station, you were unlimited in what you could you there were limits, I should say on what you could buy, so that you couldn't control too much, too much media environment, the Telecom Act of 1996, completely deregulated that and so large media companies were just swallowing up the nation. And that meant there's a tremendous consolidation of jobs and the my junior year in college. I was in the southeast us at the time at Lee University. Atlanta. Nearby was our biggest hiring media market, my June Your year CNN laid off 400 people. So I could tell really quick, this is going to be a chat and even more challenging field to break into than I thought. And that's why I ended up working part time in a law firm was in, in Journalism School. Afterwards, because I was looking great. I was looking for a backup plan. I thought if journalism doesn't work out, I also love the law. It'd be nice to get some experience working in a firm to see if I want to go to law school. So it was a natural fit for me when the army recruiter started talking to me. And he was asking me what I was interested in. And I told him, Well, here's what my degree is in, here's what my career plan had been, here's who I really want to do with my life. And he said, we have public affairs, I said, What's that? It turns out, the military has radio stations, and they have television networks and you PR, I had no idea. I was a civilian. And I was like, Well, that sounds good. And so I thought, yeah, sure, I'll I will enlist for that come in, do one four year contract, I'll build a portfolio and and then I'll be able to take that portfolio out into the civilian realm. And hopefully that will make me more competitive for a job in the news market. And of course, a couple of years into that. I was in Kuwait deployed to camp Arif John. And my brigade commander sat me down to lunch one day, and made it very clear that he expected me to apply for Officer Candidate School, which was nowhere on what I was interested in doing was nowhere on my radar, I applied, I really didn't have a lot of confidence. I thought, I looked at officers and I thought they were people who are way, way more intelligent than me, way more suave than me. And I really didn't know if I'd get in, well, I got in. And after I commissioned officer candidate school is about like basic training all over again. So that was fun. And I ended up being assigned to a combat camera unit. And then afterwards, I was able to put my paperwork in to branch transfer right back into public affairs, it was a perfect mess was everything I wanted to do. I didn't get to work in news directly. I wasn't a reporter. But I got to work with reporters, I got to be an institutional insider and help facilitate them and help to tell the stories of what some great American patriots were doing, and wanting to serve their countries. And so it was, for the most part, more often than not, it was a really, really fun way to earn a living living.   Michael Hingson ** 37:34 I collect as a hobby old radio shows I'm very familiar with but back in the 40s was the Armed Forces Radio Service, then it became Armed Forces Radio and Television Service. And so I'm aware a little bit of, of the whole broadcast structure in the military, not a lot, but but some and know that that it's there. And it does, I'm suspect, a really good job of helping to keep people informed as much as it can as they can with the things that they have to do in the world. It's   Chase Spears ** 38:04 definitely it's a comfort over the years, if you're spending a lot of time overseas to have kind of that that taste of home and our forces network does a really good job of that letting I think we're starting to see some debates inside the military. Now. What do we want to continue of it? Because now information is so ubiquitous, if you will, you can pull it down, you can stream whatever you want, wherever you are in the globe. So I kind of wonder in the next 1020 years, will it still be a thing, but during my early career during my early deployment before he could stream stuff, it was really cool to have an AFN radio station to tune into is really cool to have an AFN television network to tune into to be able to get a taste of home. That was much a comfort,   Michael Hingson ** 38:52 right? Yeah, it is. It is something that helps. So you can't necessarily stream everything. I spent a week in Israel this summer. And there were broadcasts I could get and pick up through the internet and so on. And there were stuff from here in the US that I couldn't get I suspect it has to do with copyright laws and the way things were set up but there was only so much stuff that you could actually do.   Chase Spears ** 39:20 And what a time to be in Israel you will I bet that trip is even more memorable for you now than it would have been otherwise.   Michael Hingson ** 39:27 Fortunately, it wasn't August. So we we didn't have to put up with the things that are going on now. But still Yeah, it was very memorable. I enjoyed doing it. spending a week with excessively over there and got into getting to meet with with all the folks so it was definitely well worth it and something that that I will always cherish having had the opportunity to do get   Chase Spears ** 39:51 for you. If it's on my bucket list. I've always wanted to spend some time over there.   Michael Hingson ** 39:56 Hot and humid in the summer, but that's okay. Let's say but they love breakfast. Oh, really? So yeah, definitely something to think about. Well, so you, you joined you got you got the public relations, jobs and so on. So how did all that work for you over? Well, close to 20 years? What all did you do and what, what stories can you tell us about some of that?   Chase Spears ** 40:25 It was it was fascinating. It was fascinating because everything that I got to touch was, in some way a story. And so my first job was in radio and television production. I did quite a bit of that in Kuwait. And it was actually there that I got my first taste of crisis communication, and I was immediately addicted. Do you remember back in? It was December 2004. Donald Rumsfeld said you go to war with the Army you have not the army want or might wish to have it another time? Yeah. I was there. That that was uttered in camp you're in Kuwait. And that was such an interesting moment. For me in terms of a story to tell. I was with the 14 Public Affairs Detachment we were deployed to camp Arif John to provide public affairs support for for Third Army's Ford headquarters. This was back during the height of the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. And so there's a lot of military going over there. We were part of that. And I remember hearing this tasking that had come down that the Secretary of Defense is going to come out here is going to do this town hall meeting with the troops. There's going to be no question that you can't ask. You're going to be allowed to say anything you want to say to the Secretary of Defense, nothing's going to be scripted, nothing's going to be put through for review. And by the way, 14 pad you guys are going to make sure that it can be televised live back to the United States. And so here I am thinking what can possibly go wrong. And so we helped we all the event, Secretary Rumsfeld hindered and handled it really, really well. They set up this big, you know, fighting machinery display, they're in a in a big aircraft hangar epic camp bearing which is in northern Kuwait, just not too far south from the Iraqi border. And he gets up he gives the speech. He's well received by the troops. And it goes to the q&a part. And soldiers were asking him all sorts of questions. Most of them are jovial, you know, hey, when when do we get to go to Disney World, stuff like that. They were kind of big jocular with them.   Michael Hingson ** 42:42 Seems a fair question.   Chase Spears ** 42:44 Yeah, you know, I felt them right. And so finally, this one guy, I'll never forget his name, especially as Thomas Wilson from the 2/78 Regimental Combat Team. Tennessee National Guard asks him a question about when are they going to get the body armor that's needed? And in true Rumsfeld style, he's he says, Well, I'm not quite sure I understood the question. Can you ask it again, which is a great technique. He used to buy him some time to think the answer. And then it came back after the second question. And the whole hangar about 1000 of us in there. It was hast. I'll bet you could have heard a plastic cup hit the floor at the back back of the room. I mean, everyone was like, what? Oh, no, what just happened? What's about to happen? And Rumsfeld makes that remark, you go to war with the army have not the one you want or need. Yeah. And and then the questions went on. And there was not be after that. There was no awkward moment for the rest of the time. And I and I thought, wow, that could have gone south. But it didn't cool. It was just it was neat to watch. I was running the television camera that caught the moment. I was in the room. And so we me and my sergeant had to stay up there the rest of the day because there were some other television network interviews with other officials that we were running the satellite transponder for. And it was a long day our commander was kind of being a jerk to us. So by the end of the day, we were tired we'd been up there sleeping on cots for a couple of days, we were kind of just ready to get back to data camp Arif, John to our beds and put the whole mission behind us. And then we drive to three hours through this pouring pouring rainstorm in Kuwait, and a Canvas side Humvee that's leaking. All you know, water just pouring into this thing on us. So we're done. We're done. We're done. We're like, we just want to get a bed. We get back to our base. We're offloading all the equipment, putting everything away. And at this point in time, I forgotten about the moment earlier in the day when that question was asked, and I walk in and there we had this wall of televisions you know, tracking all the different news networks back in the US and on all of them Their Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, you go to war with the army have not the army won or wish to have another time. And at that moment, I was like, it's about to be an interesting few weeks around here. And it turned out, it turned out indeed to be an interesting few weeks, an interesting few months. And I got to be on the front end of what the public affairs response to that looks like. And I can tell you, I've never seen armored vehicles flow into a place as quickly as they did in the following month. So the power of a message transmitted is a real thing. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 45:39 so whatever happened to specialist Wilson?   Chase Spears ** 45:44 I don't I don't know. I know that news coverage. When that news reporters were asking that very question and coverage that I saw said, Oh, his unit, his assured that nothing bad will happen to him. He was a national guardsmen, so he kind of fall under a different, different command structure than us. From time to time, I have wondered that and I've tried to look him up online, and just try to find out what happened to the sky and what was life like for him? I'd love to talk to him and ask alright, what was it like, man, what is your unit do? But I, I have no idea. I can't find him. I presume he's gone about his life and doesn't want to be famous about it. But it also goes back to National Guard culture versus active duty culture. We talked earlier about the citizenship aspect. And the National Guard gets that way more than the active component. At the end of the day, they demobilize. And they go home. Right, you're running into the same people you serve, with the church, at the grocery store, at the grocery store, at the PTA, places like this, some of them might be your neighbors. And so they have an entirely different outlook. This is what they do to serve the country when needed. And then they go on about their lives. I don't think you would have seen an active duty soldier ask that question. I really don't because the culture is so so markedly different. And there's a level of kind of freedom of thought and expression, present that guard that that is much more lacking in the active component.   Michael Hingson ** 47:19 Should there be more freedom, in that sense in the active component? Or do you think that it's really appropriate for there to be the dichotomy that you're describing?   Chase Spears ** 47:32 And the act of force you need discipline? You need a discipline force, who, when they're given a lawful order, will carry it out hastily, because lives could hang in the balance. That's absolutely important, and we can never lose that. But sometimes we can use discipline I say sometimes, often, more is the more appropriate term often we confuse discipline with silence. We confuse discipline with a lack of willingness to ask tough questions. We confuse discipline with just saying Yes, sir. When you know, in the back of your mind, there might be something you need to dig into more. We we need, unfortunately, since the end of the Second World War, going back to my comments earlier about this large, industrialized, institutionalized force we have it breeds careerists. It breeds a mindset that's fearful to ask tough questions, even if you know they need to be asked. Because you want to be promoted. Right? You want to get assignments, right. And it breeds a culture where you really are much more timid. Or you're much more likely to be timid than someone who's maybe a reservist or National Guard member. We need people who will ask tough questions. We don't need indiscipline, we don't rush showmanship, we don't need people who are being performative just to be seen. But there are valid questions to be asked is, you know, is US defense policy? Better set for a 400? Ship navy or a 300? Ship? Navy? That's a valid question. Is it better for us to use this route of attack versus that route of attack? Given the Give Me Everything we know, those are valid questions. We need people in the military who who are willing to be critical thinkers, and there are a lot of extraordinarily brilliant people in today's armed forces, as there always has been. But there is on the active duty side a culture that works against original thought and that's really to our detriment. And I think the manner in which the evacuation of Afghanistan ended is one more blatant indicator of that.   Michael Hingson ** 49:48 It was not handled nearly as well as it could have been as we have seen history tell us and teach us now   Chase Spears ** 49:56 Absolutely. i It broke my heart. I'm A veteran of that conflict I'm not one who cries easily, Michael but I can tell you that morning when I saw the some of the images coming out of cobbles especially there's a video of a C 17 cargo jet taking off and people literally hanging to and falling to their deaths. Just i i fell off, I fell off my on my run into a sobbing human being on this on the ground for a little bit it is there's a lot to process and it has continued to be a lot to process. And there again, there's a great example of why you gotta be willing to ask tough questions. There was no no reason at all. We should have abandoned Bagram and tried to evacuate out of downtown Cabo. But that's a whole nother conversation. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 50:52 Well, speaking of you, I understand that you weren't a great fan of jumping out of airplanes, but you got used to doing them? I   Chase Spears ** 51:01 sure did. Oh, yeah. I always thought that would just be something that no, I don't want to say no sane person would do. I mean, I enjoy watching skydivers, I think it's really cool. And obviously, they're saying, I never thought I'd be among them. I thought, Nah, that's just something, I don't think I'm gonna do that. And when I was an officer candidate school, I was roommates with a guy who had been to Airborne School earlier in his career. And he was like, man, don't do it. Don't let him talk you into going to Airborne School, though, you'll be stuck at Fort Bragg, you'll just you'll be broke all the time, you'll be hurting all the time, the army takes the fun out of everything. And he's right. To an extent the army does take the fun out of most things that touches. But I got to my first unit as an officer. So I'd done enlisted time for three years, then I went to Officer Candidate School. And then my first job as an officer was at the 55th combat camera company, which is not a full airborne unit, but it's a partial airborne unit. And they had a hard time keeping enough active duty paratroopers on hand. And so I remember day one, when I was in processing the unit, there are all these different places you go, when you're in process, you gotta go see the training room, and you got to go see the administrative room, and you got to go see the Transportation Office and all these places, and they're just checking your paperwork. And so I see the training room, and there's the sergeant in there. And he's looking through my list. And he's asking me all these questions, you know, when was your last PT test? Where's the last physical, you know, making notes on me for the unit record? And then he says, Do you want to go to Airborne School? And without thinking, I said, Absolutely not. I have no interest in going to Airborne School. And his reply to me was go ahead and get an airborne physical. And I thought, There's no way I'm ever getting an airborne physical because I'm not going to Airborne School. So a few weeks later, I'm in the unit, I'm more comfortable. And I'm across. I'm in a different office across the hall from where this guy worked. And I'm joking around with this other sergeant. And I'm like, sir, and you're just such a cool guy. Like you've got all together, you're, you're like everything I want to be when I grow up. What how do you do it? He said, Well, sir, you got to go to Airborne School. That's step one. The other guy across the hall ever hears that, you know, mouse ears, I don't know how. But he darts out of his office across the hall into this opposite we're in, looks me straight in the face and said, Did you say you want to go to Airborne School? Like no, is not what I said, I absolutely have no interest. I'm not going to Airborne School. And he again replies with schedule your physical. And I thought, I'm not going to disappoint me scheduling a fiscal. So I get back to my office that later that day. And I thought this guy is not going to give up. So I came up with this brilliant plan. It was smart, smartest plan you'll ever hear of, I'm going to pretend I'm going to get my airborne physical and then he'll forget about me, leave me alone. So I called him and said, Hey, Sergeant, what's the phone number I have to call them schedule an airborne physical and it gives me the phone number and the the name of the person to talk to and I said, Great. I'll talk to him. There were two or three other lieutenants set to show up to the unit next in the next month. So I thought he will assume I'm getting a physical which I'm not getting and there's other guys will show up and he will convince them to go and I will fall off his radar. I was incorrect. That was a bad bad miscalculation on my part, you might say a flawed operation   Michael Hingson ** 54:39 with your the and you were the one who was talking about brilliant people in the army Anyway, go ahead.   Chase Spears ** 54:43 I know I know. Right? Yeah, I am a paradox. And so that within an hour I get an email from him with my he's already put me in for school. I already have orders generated to go to jump school. And then he calls me he's like Hey, by the way, your report in like three weeks, I need your physical as soon as you can get it. And I thought this guy, I told him I'm not going to Airborne School. Well, at the same time, our unit commander was a paratrooper, and he loves jumping out of airplanes. And I had two or three paratroopers in my platoon who were underneath me. And I thought, There's no way I can go now. Because if I, if I get the commander to release me, one, I'll lose face with the old man. And I'll lose face with the troops that I lead because the soldiers have to compete for this. They're just giving it to me. And so I went, protesting, kicking, screaming the whole way. I hated ground week. I hated tower week. And then they put took me up to the 250 foot tower and dropped me off the side of it under a parachute. And I loved it. I was like, Oh, this is fun. I actually asked if I can do it again. And they said, they don't get what's right. So the next week, we go into jump week in there I am in the back of an airplane, and it comes to my turn to get up and exit it. And I do, and I get to the ground and I survive. And I literally just sat there and laughed uncontrollably because I couldn't believe I just jumped out of a plane. And it was my first of 40 jobs. So I was I was absolutely hooked from that moment on.   Michael Hingson ** 56:20 And what did Lori think of that?   Chase Spears ** 56:23 She was a little bit surprised. She She again, was supportive. But she was surprised she never thought it's something that I would take to and it ended up being a great thing for us. Because having been on jumped status, it opened the door for me to request the unit and Alaska that we ended up going to for six years, you had to be on airborne status to be able to go to that job. And so had I not going to jump school, I would not have qualified to go into Alaska for that particular job. And so it ended up being a wonderful, wonderful thing. But I would have never guessed it, it just it's another one of those poignant reminders to me that every time that I think I've got a plan, it's God's way of reminding me that he has a sense of humor, because what's going to work out is always going to be very different from what I think.   Michael Hingson ** 57:10 And you help Laurie see the world. So well worked out. Absolutely.   Chase Spears ** 57:15 Yeah, she we never, we never got to spend time together overseas. But Alaska was an amazing adventure. And, gosh, if if no one in your listeners haven't been there yet to go see a Sunday?   Michael Hingson ** 57:29 Yeah, I went there on a cruise I didn't see as much as I would have loved to but still, I got to see some of them. It was great.   Chase Spears ** 57:38 It's nothing like it. No. Now you   Michael Hingson ** 57:42 as you advance in the ranks, and so on you, you started being in public relations, being a communicator, and so on. But clearly, as you advanced, you became more and I'm sure were viewed as more of a leader that was kind of a transition from from not being a leader. And just being a communicator and doing what you were told to be more of a leader, what was that transition like?   Chase Spears ** 58:07 That was another one of those things that I would have never seen coming. After I did my three years as the spokesman for the Airborne Brigade. In Alaska, I ended up becoming the deputy communication director for US Army, Alaska, which was the highest army command there in the state responsible for 11,000 troops and their families in multiple locations. And I remember one day, my boss came to me and saying, hey, the general is going to give a speech to the hockey team at the University of Alaska, about leadership. And so I need you to write it. And I looked at him and I said, boss, all right, whatever he told me to write, but the general has forgotten more about leadership than I know, like, how do where do I start with this? And I don't remember the exact words, I think it was something to the effect of, you're smart, you'll figure it out. And so I put together a speech, it was by no means anything glorious, but it was the best I had to give that moment in time and what leadership was fully convinced that I was not one. And then over time, I there are people who spoken to me at their headquarters who called out leadership that I didn't see they were pointing out influence that I had there pointing out people who I was able to help steer towards decisions that I didn't realize that I didn't know and it made me start looking back in other parts of my career and realizing, Oh, my goodness, I actually led that team. This man actually looks to me for decisions. I actually I am a leader, I had no idea. There's something I always thought if if you were in the military and you're a leader, you were some grand master, you know, like, like Patton or Eisenhower and I didn't think think myself anything like that. And so finally, in 2015, I was offered A chance to take command of a company which in civilian terms, that's kind of like being the executive director, if you will, of an organization of 300 people. And I was so excited for it. Because by that point in time, I finally made the mental transition of saying, I'm not, I'm not merely a communicator, communicating is what I've done. But occasionally it's I've worked on delivering us on passionate about, by came to realize, I love that so much because communicating is a part of leading and, and I, I am a leader, it's just something. Looking back. Of course, my life has always been there, I just never knew it. I never saw it, I never believed in it. And so by the time I was offered the chance to command, I was very excited for it, I was very eager for it, because I realized this is going to be an a wonderful adventure getting to lead a team at this level of this size. And it was the hardest job I ever did in the army, and the most rewarding. I don't know if you've ever watched any of the Lord, Lord of the Rings movie. But there's this moment where Aragon is being chided, is set aside the Ranger Be who you were meant to be to be the king. And that meant that came back to my mind several times I had to challenge myself that just because I only see myself as a communicator all these years doesn't mean that I can't do other things. And so it was a joy to actually walk into that. Believing is not easy. There's there are a lot of hard days or a lot of hard decisions. Especially when I was a commander, I agonized every decision. So I made because I knew this will have an impact on a person, this will have an impact on a family this, this will change the directions and plans that people had. And so it's a heavy weight to bear. And I think it's good that those kind of decisions come with weight. And I would question someone who who can make those kinds of calls without having to wrestle with them.   Michael Hingson ** 1:02:01 When you look at all the things that you've done, and the work that you do, and the work that you did, at the end of every day, or at some time during the day, I know you were pretty busy. But did you ever have the time to just kind of sit back and reflect on how did this go today? How did that go? What could have been better? Did you do any kind of introspection? Or did you feel you had time to do that?   Chase Spears ** 1:02:24 I didn't really feel I had time. And it would be easy for me to blame the unit, it'd be easy for me to blame people. But that responsibility rests with me. It's a discipline that I didn't develop until way too late in my career. And I eventually did develop it, I eventually came to realize the importance of reflection of introspection of taking a mental inventory of what I've accomplished I didn't accomplish and what I can learn from it. But it was sadly something that I didn't do as much as I should have. And I didn't do it as early, I was really, really bad at assuming well, because the unit needs this right now. I can't take care of this thing that I need to take care of that will that will allow me to be the leader that I need to be you know, I get in a car, someone slams on my car, and I need to get them to take care of it. Why don't have time unit Scott has to have me We gotta move on. Well, I've got six screws in my left hand and my left shoulder right now because I was always too busy to listen to the physical therapist and take care of myself, you know, the unit needs me the unit needs me the men need me. And so it, it was a hard, hard learned lesson. The importance of sitting back and reflecting is something I wish I would have learned much sooner. But once I did, it served me well. And it's a discipline that I still practice now.   Michael Hingson ** 1:03:46 Yeah, yeah, it's, I think a very important thing. And a lot of things can can stem from that. What's the best position your favorite position in the army and why?   Chase Spears ** 1:03:59 The best thing I ever got to do is company command. And it's hard to say that because it's really it's really closely tied with being a brigade director of communication. And t

Tressa first has a lovely conversation with The Chalking Dad (Erik Greenawalt) about how his toddler-aged daughters got him started on a career that now takes him all over the world. And then Tressa has a delighful and resonant chat with her older sister, Debbie Glover Jozwiak, who is the Chief Services Officer of the incredible Allegheny Family Network. AFN partners with families of children with behavioral health needs to improve their quality of life through peer-to-peer support, education, and advocacy. And Don stops by for a round of Name That Neighborhood. https://www.alleghenyfamilynetwork.org/ Allegheny Family Network Parent Support Line: 1-888-273-2361 The Chalking Dad: https://www.thechalkingdad.com/ https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGood Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com

Air Canada apologizes to AFN national chief after flight crew took her headdress away.  Family of Canadian who died in Cuba say he was mistakenly buried in Russia.  UCLA cancels graduation ceremony, citing safety concerns as pro-Palestinian protests take over campuses across the United States.

Sitansisk Chief Allan Polchies on the trouble the national AFN chief had on a flight from Montreal to Wolastoqey territory on a Peace and Friendship tour.

EPISODE 24 DETAILS AMERICAN FARMERS NETWORK TO SET CRITERIA FOR RE-GEN, GRASS-FED BEEF.   American Farmers Network (AFN) announced it is spearheading the establishment of comprehensive certification criteria for regenerative grass-fed beef production. With USDA approval to use the Regenerative Agriculture claim on its packaging, AFN said it aims to set industry standards across the beef category, the organization said in a release.   AFN's said its partnership with certifying organizations aims to create transparent standards for the beef industry, aligning with regenerative agriculture principles of soil health and animal welfare.  AFN plans to work with retailers and partners to make regeneratively raised beef accessible nationwide.    By providing incentives to producers to adopt regenerative practices, AFN seeks to cultivate a more sustainable agricultural landscape.    The certification criteria will cover grazing management, soil health, animal welfare and social responsibility, the company said. Ranches meeting these standards will earn formal certification, distinguishing their products as sustainable and ethical choices in the marketplace.   LIVESTOCK INVENTORY DECLINE HURTING COLD STORAGE NUMBERS.  The USDA's March Cold Storage report revealed declines in red meat and poultry supplies for 2024.  Analysis from Market Intel detailed how the declining livestock inventories are impacting the cold storage numbers. Red meat in freezers decreased by 4% from February 2023, hitting a 23-year low at 1.05 billion pounds, while frozen poultry stocks remained stable at 1.03 billion pounds. The March Cattle on Feed report showed a 1% increase in cattle on feed compared to 2023, indicating continued liquidation in the U.S. cattle industry, possibly impacting beef prices.   JOPLIN REGIONAL STOCKYARDS Weigh Up Cows:  $95.00 to $147.00 Weigh Up Bulls:  $135.00 - $179.00   SPONSORS American Gelbvieh Association https://gelbvieh.org/ @AmericanGelbvieh   World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale https://buckinghorsesale.com/ @buckinghorsesale   Ranch Channel https://ranchchannel.com/ @RanchChannel   Questions & Concerns From The Field? Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup Website: RanchItUpShow.com https://ranchitupshow.com/   The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps. https://ranchitup.podbean.com/ Rural America is center-stage on this outfit. AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle. Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com https://tiggerandbec.com/ #RanchItUp #StayRanchy #TiggerApproved #tiggerandbec #rodeo #ranching #farming REFERENCES https://www.meatingplace.com/Industry/News/Details/114102 https://www.meatingplace.com/Industry/News/Details/114143 https://www.joplinstockyards.com/wednesday_cow__bull_sale.php

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Wednesday, April 10, 2024.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and around the world.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcastReferenced articles:Story 1 - Oral surgeon who directed a cop in extracting four teeth from a sedated inmate receives absolute discharge.Story 2 - Syncrude fined $390,000 for worker's death. The money will go to three group to develop an ... app ... about excavation safety, even though the trouble was a lack of analysisn of the ground where the worker was working from an engineer.Story 3 - The AFN says that there is a $350 billion gap between infrastructure within Indigenous communities compared to non-Indigenous communities. When you add in Inuit communities, the number rises to $425 billion.Story 4 - Very little information about Canada's Syrian embassy, which was damaged when Israel struck Iran's embassy which is right beside.Story 5 - UNRWA says that Israel is lying about how much aid is reaching Gaza via truck.Story 6 - At least three dead in hydroelectric plant explosion in Italy.

With the UFL season officially underway, Ryan is joined by Matthew Tyler, the creator/host of the UFL Insiders Podcast & founder of the Alternative Football Network. They tackle how they got connected + how he got started along with getting the AFN underway (1:42), an overview on how the XFL/USFL merger came to be (15:55), look back at some of the standout moments/players/teams from Week 1 (28:22) and much more.

Der Historiker John Provan verbrachte als in Ohio geborenes US-amerikanisches Soldatenkind schon Teile seiner Kindheit in Germany. Als Sammler beschäftigt sich Provan seit den 1980er Jahren mit dem Thema "Die Amerikaner in Deutschland". Von Hans Rubinich.

February 16-22, 1980 This week Ken welcomes musician, author and man behind the new lp "Ghosts of Vroom III", Mike Doughty. Ken and Mike discuss how 1980 was a good poignant television year in Mike's life, being a military kid, how a year of no Mork & Mindy leads to a year of no TV at all, The American Forces Network, the outro credit song on WKRP in Cincinnati, finding out what music you like from Sitcoms, Angel Witch, the consistency of television, moving a lot, how we'd all be better off as accountants, the exciting and elusive world of commercials, Zapping your Zinger, living in Germany, specific PSAs made for AFN by the original cast of SNL, how TV reporters made the world worse by trying to sign off impressively, The Superbowl, learning about American culture via Commercials, Norman Fell, six ways to cry, dramas spun off from comedies, Lou Grant, Cop Rock, Quincy M.E., Skag with Karl Malden, Last Resort, CHiPs, dripping in Orchestral disco, how analog synth lasers make everything better, theme songs that chart, Starsky and Hutch, Mr. Smith, the prevalence of Orangutans and apes in television and movies, CB Radios, BJ and the Bear, Citizen's Band, pretending to be a doctor, how comedy never works on live music shows, how music often DOES work on comedy shows, avoiding OJ Simpson's acting work, Alice, Linda Lavin, the 70s shows that went well into the 80s, the horror of the word "booger", being Dr. Johnny Fever, Barney Miller, seeing TV sitcom actors on Broadway, coded gay characters, The White Shadow, Goldie and Liza Together, Bob Newhart's sketch comedy special, Real People, how the death of disco lead to mud wrestling and wet t-shirt contents, being confused for a real people person when you're a Real People person, when political debates became roast battles, Dragnet, The Rockford Files, young Powers Booth, old fashioned typewriters, Wonder Woman, The Incredible Hulk, The Hulk Out List, doing Bill Moyers, dueling Merv Griffins, the made for-TV movie Detour to Terror, buses, photos of Lorenzo Lamas, and recommending Blacke's Magic. 

Sarah Ann Macklin, is hailed as the Jamie Oliver of the nutrition world by Marie Claire. Sarah is an award-winning AfN-accredited nutritionist and is well-respected in her field.   She is the host of the widely recognized podcast, Live Well Be Well, a public speaker, TEDx speaker, international model, and health journalist, and was named Woman of the Year in 2019 by Rake Magazine.   In addition to her personal accomplishments, Sarah Ann founded the Be Well Collective, a not-for-profit organization that focuses on preventative mental health initiatives. Her top 4 UK podcast, Live Well, Be Well, has garnered significant success and furthered her reach in the health and wellbeing space.   In this episode, Sarah shares her personal journey of overcoming misconceptions about nutrition, prioritizing self-care, and building self-esteem in the face of barriers. She delves into the science of nutrition, the power of positive self-talk, and the significance of setting intentions for personal growth. Sarah's expertise and insight will undoubtedly inspire you to make positive changes in your own life. So, without further ado, let's dive into this captivating conversation with Sarah Ann Macklin. Connect with Sarah Ann Macklin Website: https://sarahannmacklin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahannmacklin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahAnnOfficial TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahannnutrition Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahAnnMacklin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livewellbewellsarah Podcast: https://sarahannmacklin.com/live-well-be-well-podcast   Follow the BriteVibe podcast Instagram: @britevibesonly Facebook: @BriteVibe TikTok: @britevibe YouTube: @BriteVibe     [00:10:35] Prioritize health. [00:13:24] Emotional connection to food affects your mental health. [00:16:13] Individual needs, not perfection. Health is complex. [00:21:42] Gut health affects mental well-being through microbiome. [00:34:51] Positive self-talk and self-care matter. Schedule social time and workouts. [00:43:25] Self care is important for personal growth. [00:49:32] Stay curious on your own journey.  

Another AI-written Episode Description for you this week:We are joined this week by Ryan Daube, founder of Advantage Freight Network (AFN) and 240 Logistics. Listen in as Ryan, an Indiana University alumnus and former American Backhaulers employee, takes us through the trials and triumphs of his entrepreneurial journey. From scaling AFN to a staggering $250 million to his latest venture in the cannabis market, Ryan's story is one for the books!Tune in as he shares the secrets of building a strong team and nurturing an intense sales culture at AFN. Learn about his unique "You Inc." concept that has played a critical role in shaping the company culture, promoting a spirit of entrepreneurship within the organization.Hear Ryan's take on effective leadership and risk management, his belief in the power of constructive criticism, and his insights on personal growth. Find out why he decided to sell his business and how he's exploring opportunities in the fascinating world of cannabis supply chains. But it's not all business! Ryan also shares his passion for Camp Kawaga, a boys' summer camp, and the significant impact it has on children. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an established professional, this episode offers valuable lessons, inspiring stories, and practical advice. Listen now for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, leadership, and beyond.

Every year, the Alaska Federation of Natives brings thousands of Alaska Native and other indigenous people together for the largest gathering of its kind in North America. It's a mix of business, education, policy, culture, festive dancing and an exhibit hall that features a stunning array of incredible art. Whether you are Alaska Native or not, you are welcome to attend. It's a great opportunity to learn about the First people of Alaska and how they have not only survived rapid change, but have thrived within that change. We learn more about the areas of discussion this year and ask about a federal lawsuit that AFN joined against the State of Alaska on this Talk of Alaska.

U.S. district court grants AFN motion in Katie John challenge case Numana Dam fish passage project now more urgent than ever

AFN convention opens with St. Lawrence Island whale documentary CTCLUSI celebrates federal recognition restoration at reclamation site Historic Cherokee language event in OK one of largest ever held

In the 1990s, Eddie Leshin and Brian Winshall played pivotal roles in shaping the freight brokerage industry, with Eddie joining American Backhaulers as employee #44 and Brian as employee #80. They contributed to the substantial growth of their respective companies, with Eddie later becoming COO of Coyote Logistics and Brian serving as EVP at AFN, which merged with GlobalTranz. Their paths intertwined again in 2020 when they explored investments in managed transportation companies, culminating in the acquisition of Sheer Logistics. Their shared journey, reflective of the evolution and challenges of the freight industry, is spotlighted in one of our most recommended podcast episodes.This episode Is brought to you by Isometric Technologies (ISO) the ultimate freight broker's secret weapon! With ISO, you'll have access to industry-wide service performance benchmarks, dynamic carrier and customer scorecards, and powerful analytics so you can understand your service strengths, address your weaknesses, and differentiate your carrier network from the competition. To learn more and get started, visit www.iso.io today. Support the show

Key topics: The danger faced by a significant portion of Nevada's population during disasters due to challenges and limitationsDisparities in outcomes between individuals with disabilities and those without during disastersNecessity to incorporate accessibility from the outset in designing emergency programs and systemsCollaborative efforts in Nevada to address disparities for individuals with disabilities and access needs post-disastersIn the Episode:In the latest episode of the Living With Fire Podcast titled "Wildfire & the Whole Community," host Megan Kay and Living With Fire Manager Jamie Roice-Gomes delve into the critical need for inclusivity and accessibility in disaster preparedness. Expert guests Heather Lafferty and Kimberly Palma-Ortega shed light on the challenges faced by individuals with Access and Functional Needs (AFN) during emergencies and the necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being.Drawing from real-world examples, Lafferty and Palma-Ortega describe the complex challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and those who have AFN during disasters. They also underscore the substantial disparity in outcomes between those with disabilities and those without. For example, Lafferty explains that 70% of deaf people who are evacuated during a disaster reported living in unsanitary conditions a month after the disaster as opposed to just 7% of individuals who are not deaf. Lafferty, the Coordinator for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, as well as AFN at the Nevada Division of Emergency Management, points out that even though only 28% of Nevadans identify themselves as having a disability, a considerably broader demographic – roughly 67-70% of the state's population – have varying levels of AFN. Lafferty emphasizes that as a result, "a significant portion of Nevada's population is in danger of facing these challenges, limitations, and hurdles during a disaster."Palma-Ortega serves as a Public Health Liaison at the Nevada Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities. She emphasizes that in order to improve outcomes for people with disabilities and access and functional needs, emergency managers must incorporate accessibility from the outset when designing programs and systems, rather than treating accessibility as an afterthought. “Instead of making [accessibility] an add-on, put it as a build-on,” Palma-Ortega explains. In Nevada, collaborative efforts are addressing disparities in outcomes for those with disabilities and access needs after disasters. Among the initiatives recently launched is the Nevada Access and Functional Needs Disaster Coalition, a comprehensive workgroup encompassing government organizations, NGOs, private industry, and disability community partners. Their efforts focus on inclusive planning alongside the disability community, shifting from designing for them to designing with them.Resources:Emergency Response for People Who Have Access and Functional Needs: A Guide for First RespondersHealth Information BindersLiving With Fire Evacuation Checklist

IN THIS EPISODE...If you find joy in connecting with individuals as smart as or even smarter than you, then the concept of a peer network might pique your interest. Peer networks offer dynamic and insightful experiences, making them highly sought-after for leaders at all levels and across diverse industries. Whether you're an aspiring CEO or an established leader seeking to elevate your impact, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to embrace the unparalleled benefits of peer networks.Today, we have the privilege of hosting a true visionary in the realm of peer networks, Matt Sitter. As a seasoned management consultant and CEO of Advantage Foundry Network, also known as AFN, Matt is an expert in facilitating global peer networks for CEOs. Join us as Matt delves into the world of peer networks, unveiling the transformative value they offer and shedding light on how you can become part of this enriching community. Let's dive in and discover the boundless potential of collaborative leadership!------------Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://LeadYourGamePodcast.com. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Matt”)Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! JUST FOR YOU: Increase your leadership acumen by identifying your personal Leadership Trigger. Take my free my free quiz and instantly receive your 5-page report. Need to up-level your workforce or execute strategic People initiatives? https://shockinglydifferent.com/contact or tweet @KaranRhodes.-------------ABOUT MATT SITTER:Meet Matt Sitter, a dynamic management consultant, executive coach, and the visionary CEO of Advantage Foundry Network (AFN), a prestigious global CEO network. With an impressive background in leadership roles within renowned consultancies such as The McChrystal Group and CrossLead and the healthcare diagnostics and health tech industries, Matt has amassed a wealth of experience in optimizing organizational and cross-functional collaboration.Passionate about harnessing the power of human networks, Matt is dedicated to creating a platform that leverages collective experience, expertise, and diverse perspectives to drive innovation and seize new opportunities. His commitment to facilitating meaningful connections among CEOs and leaders has transformed the professional networking landscape.Matt's academic achievements further bolster his expertise. He earned his AB in Public Policy from Brown University, honing his skills in analyzing complex issues and developing strategic solutions. Additionally, he earned an MBA from the prestigious Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, equipping him with the business acumen to navigate the challenges of various industries.With a strong focus on empowering CEOs and executives, Matt continues to profoundly impact the business world. Through AFN, he provides a unique space for leaders to exchange insights, collaborate, and grow, fostering a community that thrives on collective learning and support. Matt's unwavering dedication to the success of others exemplifies the essence of his leadership philosophy, making him a true beacon of inspiration in the world of executive development.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:1. What is the significance of ideation and networking?2. What are the top trends that CEOs are currently...

Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Friday, July 7, 2023.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate her daily news digest and share it with our audience—tune in every morning on the TRNN podcast feed to hear about the latest important news stories from Canada and around the world.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer:Donate: https://therealnews.com/donate-podSign up for our newsletter: https://therealnews.com/newsletter-podLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therealnewsFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealnews

Archibald wants her job back as head of First Nations assembly Rapid City police respond to NDN Collective July 4 march Iditarod winner Redington to be keynote speaker at AFN convention

Early leaders of AFN are responding publicly to recent departures Top AK female leaders host First Lady's historic visit to Bethel USDA announces $16m funding boost for WIC participation

Bad River files emergency motion against Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline Health leaders assess pandemic's impact as COVID emergency ends Ongtooguk: Organizations leaving AFN 'not thinking long term'

Trust is an essential part of life.In this episode of the King's Council, host Rylee Meek welcomes President of AFN, Christian Edwards to discuss their friendship of three years and Edwards' obedience to God's call. Edwards explains his current journey as president of AFN and how his family moved to Texas a year ago on God's command with no knowledge of what the journey held. Both hosts encourage listeners to be courageous and meditate on the word of the Lord and to not forget to actually put forth an effort in order to reap in success.When we seek God for direction, we can be sure that He will lead us in the right direction. Key takeaways:The Process of Success. Finding purpose through adversity. Finding peace through obedience to the Holy Spirit. Finding your God-given mission. The decline of wholesome content & Biblical principles in media. Quotes:"God responds to faith, no doubt about it." - Rylee Meek"[The] courage to follow that calling on your life, trust the process, stick to the process. Here's the process, meditate on the on the Book of the Law, do not let it depart from your mouth, keep speaking life, keep speaking truth. And then the most important part of this; do what it says" - Rylee Meek"All these people here may have what you want, but you have what everybody in this room actually needs. God. And that's all it is. It's just Jesus. That's all it is." - Christian Edwards Check the DNA Blueprint, visit: https://kingscouncilcommunity.org/ Text “King” to 727-472-3860 and join the community!-The King's Council's mission is to help you discover and deploy your God-given talents. Our signature coaching program will give you the tools, tactics and strategies to radically change and level up in all areas of your life.Visit https://kingscouncilcommunity.org/ to find out more about unleashing your God-given talents.For the Kingdom Money Principles Cheat Sheet, text “Money” to 727-472-3860.—If you loved what you heard, Follow, Rate and Review this podcast on Apple Podcasts You can also listen to the show on:SpotifyAmazon MusicGoogle PodcastsStitcherSubscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3pYVALm—Follow the King's Council on Instagram @kingscouncilcommunityFollow Rylee Meek on Social MediaInstagram – @theryleemeekFacebook – facebook.com/rylee.meekStart the next conversation about mentorship and finding your mentors by tagging me on Instagram