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Last time we spoke about the One Hundred Regiment Offensive. During Phase Three of the One Hundred Regiment Offensive, CCP forces in the Taihang/Jizhong area emphasized strongpoint attacks and transportation warfare. Rather than trying to defeat Japanese units head-on, they used tactics such as night raids and ambushes to disrupt Japanese supply routes and communications. The underlying goal was to make Japanese logistics unstable, weakening their ability to maintain control and conduct effective operations. After CCP successes, the Japanese responded with large-scale "mopping-up" operations beginning October 6. As the Eighth Route Army continued resisting, it adopted flexible methods to counter the Japanese sweeps, especially rapid repositioning and targeted ambushes. One notable action described involves an ambush of a Japanese convoy that caused substantial enemy losses, demonstrating how disrupting enemy mobility could blunt the effectiveness of larger Japanese operations. Overall, the situation remained fluid, with both sides continually adapting their tactics in an ongoing contest for control across occupied North China.   #205 The Hubei-Henan Campaign of 1940-1941 Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. By 1940, the war had settled into a grueling stalemate, with Japanese troops occupying vast swathes of central China, including parts of Hubei, but facing persistent Chinese guerrilla and conventional resistance that prevented total consolidation. In the aftermath of the Battle of Zaoyang in the summer of 1940, Japanese forces had secured the key cities of Yichang and Shashi along the middle reaches of the Yangtze River. Yet Chinese Nationalist troops of the Fifth War Area retained firm control over the vital territories east and west of the Xiang River. Their defensive lines formed a broad arc stretching from the southwest of Yuan'an through Jingmen, north of Zhongxiang, and the rugged foothills of the Dahong Mountains, extending northwest to Suixian. These positions straddled both banks of the Xiang River, anchored on the right by the Wudang Mountains and on the left by the Tongbai range. Working in close coordination with guerrilla detachments operating in the southeast, Chinese units repeatedly harassed the Japanese garrisons that had pushed into Yichang. The constant pressure on the enemy's flanks left the Japanese forces in Yichang and Shashi dangerously exposed and hemmed in, unable to expand or consolidate their gains. To the Japanese high command, this situation had become an intolerable thorn that demanded immediate removal.   Under Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the Chinese Nationalist government faced severe strains as the war with Japan escalated. Its problems were not only military, but also political and economic. Deep ideological and territorial rivalries with the CCP meant that efforts to present a single front were constantly undermined. Although the two sides officially formed a United Front in 1937, earlier violence and competition, such as the 1927 Shanghai Massacre and the CCP's Long March of 1934 – 1935 had left distrust and strategic differences in place. As a result, Nationalist resistance was harder to coordinate than it would have been under full unity. Meanwhile, the CCP strengthened its position in northern China by expanding rural strongholds. Through land reforms and the use of guerrilla warfare, the communists were able to win local support and apply pressure to Japanese forces in ways that often did not require large, conventional armies. This strategy also drew influence and manpower away from the Nationalists' more traditional, state-centered military structure.   Economically, the Nationalists were squeezed from multiple directions. The loss of China's coastal industrial regions to Japanese occupation forced the government to rely heavily on the interior, with Chongqing becoming a key base. That geographic shift left the administration more vulnerable to shortages of critical supplies, especially raw materials, fuel, and modern weapons. On top of wartime disruption, the global Great Depression intensified fiscal and logistical difficulties, limiting how quickly and effectively the Nationalists could mobilize resources for large-scale operations. By late November 1940, these weaknesses intersected with renewed Japanese pressure. Japanese commanders were also concerned about the possibility of a major Nationalist push, particularly fears of a counteroffensive by the Thirty-first Army Group under General Tang Enbo.    Determined to break the stalemate, the Japanese launched a major offensive in late November 1940. Preparations had begun in earnest early that month. Engineers repaired and expanded highways and bridges, constructed new defensive works and airfields, and stockpiled vast quantities of rations, ammunition, steel-hulled boats, and rubber rafts in the Zhongxiang area. Five regiments were concentrated near Zhongxiang, while additional troops east and west of the Xiang River brought the total strength to more than three divisions. Along the Suixian–Xiangyang Highway, Japanese forces were reinforced to divisional strength, supported by increased artillery and tank detachments. These meticulous measures left no doubt that the enemy was ready for a large-scale operation.   By 23 November the Japanese had completed their deployments and moved into assault positions. The Japanese forces assigned to the Central Hubei Operation were placed under the overall command of Lieutenant General Waichirō Sonobe, who directed the campaign from his headquarters in Wuhan. Sonobe's 11th Army drew on a broad mix of formations, combining units from the 3rd, 4th, 15th, 17th, 39th, and 40th Divisions. The offensive backbone for the thrust into central Hubei province was reinforced by the 18th Independent Mixed Brigade, which helped supply the infantry strength needed for sustained fighting across difficult ground. In practice, this multi-division structure reflected the 11th Army's key mission in the region, acting as the main Japanese formation after the earlier Battle of Zaoyang and it emphasized coordinated divisional advances supported by attached brigades and specialized elements, including limited armored capabilities.   In terms of manpower, the Japanese force is commonly estimated at roughly 40,000 to 50,000 troops. This strength included several infantry regiments and artillery batteries, along with only limited armored elements rather than a fully armored formation. Because the operation depended on finding and exploiting opportunities quickly, it was supported by aerial reconnaissance and bombing carried out by the 3rd Air Brigade operating in central China. Infantry units formed the majority of the fighting power, while artillery was used to provide suppressive fire during advances. Air support, meanwhile, was intended to help identify and target Chinese positions—particularly along important riverine and rail corridors, where disruptions could slow resistance and complicate Chinese reinforcement or retreat.   To manage the operation across varied terrain and combat tasks, Sonobe's command used smaller combined formation often described as task forces, that could operate with some flexibility. Among them were the Kayashima Force, commanded by Major General Koichi Kayashima of the 18th Independent Mixed Brigade, consisting of the entire brigade reinforced by elements of the 40th Division. The Muragami Force, under Lieutenant General Keisaku Muragami, commander of the 39th Division, which included the full division plus supporting non-infantry units. The Hirabayashi Force, led by Lieutenant General Morito Hirabayashi of the 17th Division, formed from detachments of the 17th and 15th Divisions.The Kitana Force, commanded by Lieutenant General Kenzo Kitana of the 4th Division, incorporating portions of the 4th Division and the Kususe Armored Force. These four groups were deployed in parallel around Tangyang, Jingmen, Zhongxiang, and north of Jingshan. The Hanjima Force, commanded by Lieutenant General Fusataro Hanjima of the 3rd Division, positioned near Suixian along the Xiangyang–Hua Highway. This task-force approach helped tailor combat power to specific mission profiles—such as flanking movements, raids, or pressure on Chinese defensive lines—while keeping the overall campaign plan under a unified command.   Equipment choices also reflected the tactical environment of Hubei. The Japanese units made use of Type 95 Ha-Go light tanks for reconnaissance and for anti-infantry roles, typically best suited to the reconnaissance, pursuit, and screening functions that were available even with constrained armor numbers. For fire support, the force relied on conventional artillery, including 75mm Type 90 guns for field engagements and 105mm howitzers for heavier bombardment where stronger explosive impact was needed. Together, these assets were intended to allow Japanese formations to maneuver around Chinese positions and apply pressure in rugged landscapes where rivers, roads, and rail lines often determined the rhythm of battle.   Logistics were a decisive factor in whether the operation could sustain momentum. Sonobe's army depended heavily on existing transportation infrastructure, particularly rail lines radiating from the Wuhan hub toward forward areas such as Suizhou and Zaoyang. These routes were critical for moving ammunition, replacements, and other supplies closer to the front as the Japanese advanced. The campaign also used river transport along the Yangtze River, including motorized barges and steamers, to deliver supplies to units operating near waterways. However, reliance on these corridors came with risks: Chinese interdiction raids could disrupt shipments, forcing convoys to be escorted and increasing the time and resources required to keep the forward units supplied. Overall, this dependence on both rail and fluvial networks highlighted a central operational challenge, maintaining secure access to transportation arteries in contested territory so that the Japanese could keep fighting effectively rather than stalling as supplies dwindled.   The Central Hubei Operation was driven by an intelligence assessment that Chinese troop movements were signaling preparations for a Nationalist counteroffensive. Acting on that interpretation, the Japanese began tightening plans and positioning forces early in the final days of November 1940. On 23 November 1940, the Japanese 11th Army under Lieutenant General Waichirō Sonobe began organizing for the offensive in central Hubei. In order to conduct a coordinated advance across the Han River, the army arranged its forces into five groups, each tasked with moving in a way that supported the broader pincer-style pressure on Chinese positions. The approach also reflected lessons drawn from the earlier Zaoyang–Yichang campaign earlier in 1940, when Japanese divisions had been able to cross the Han River at multiple points, such as Dangyang, Jiukouzhen, and Shayangzhen—to help secure access toward Yichang and the Yangtze route. Logistics were built around infrastructure the Japanese had already established during prior operations. The Hankou hub supported the 11th Army through arrangements that included munitions storage, medical facilities, and transport coordination. Supplies and reinforcements were moved using truck convoys and river crossings, while forward depots—such as those at Shayangzhen northwest of Hankou—provided additional capacity, including freight handling and field hospitals. Because the area was not secure, these supply points were also guarded against threats from guerrilla activity, which could disrupt communications and threaten personnel and equipment.   Operationally, the offensive used limited artillery and air support, reflecting Japanese constraints and directives aimed at keeping the campaign short and avoiding commitments that could stretch units beyond their logistical reach. Instead of trying to grind down Chinese defenses through prolonged bombardment, the plan prioritized speed, reconnaissance, and focused disruption. Japanese intelligence preparation relied heavily on aerial reconnaissance over the Han River valley to locate Chinese positions and infer where resistance would likely concentrate. That information enabled Japanese units to coordinate select maneuvers, including converging pressure from different directions. Where river transport mattered, coordination with naval or riverine elements supported movement and resupply, with overall oversight connected to the China Expeditionary Army.   Anticipating the coming assault, the Chinese Fifth War Area headquarters acted swiftly on instructions from the National Military Council. Orders were issued to the River West Army Group (30th and 77th Corps), the Right Army Group (44th and 67th Corps), and the Central Army Group (41st and 45th Corps) to employ a flexible defensive strategy: hold key positions firmly while committing the main strength to strike the enemy's outer flanks at the decisive moment. The 59th Corps was directed to advance toward the Xiangfan area, ready to reinforce operations on either bank of the river as the situation developed.   As commander of the Fifth War Area, Li Zongren arranged the defense to meet a likely Japanese thrust along the Han River, particularly in the approaches to Wuhan and Yichang, following the wider stalemate that settled in after the 1938 fall of Wuhan. The Fifth War Area could draw on roughly 300,000 troops, though many units were understrength, and the overall readiness varied by locality. Among the formations Li Zongren placed in the most sensitive sectors was the 31st Army Group under General Tang Enbo, which Japanese planners had identified as a potential threat to Japanese intentions in the region. In keeping with the terrain and the limits on manpower, Li's defensive design relied heavily on natural barriers—most importantly the Han River itself—and on the defensibility of rugged ground. Forces were arrayed to hold or contest riverbank positions, supported by fortifications, trenches, and smaller auxiliary elements. Divisions such as the 44th were positioned with an eye toward slowing an enemy crossing and forcing the Japanese to fight for difficult approaches rather than moving rapidly. At the same time, irregular forces and prepared defensive works were used to complicate Japanese reconnaissance and to make it harder for the attacker to coordinate a clean operational flow. Strategically, Li Zongren leaned on elastic defense rather than attempting to win decisive battles at fixed lines. Regular units were supported by guerrilla-style harassment intended to strike Japanese vulnerabilities, especially supply and transportation, between forward bases and the front. Local operations, including actions coming from areas such as Xinyang, were designed to disrupt Japanese logistics in periods when the Nationalists were still managing shortages of ammunition and medical supplies. Militias in the inter-mountainous regions further reinforced this approach: instead of seeking costly frontal engagements, they concentrated on disruption, delaying movements, and making Japanese operations slower and more expensive.   At dawn on 25 November the Japanese offensive began, with columns advancing along multiple axes. On the western Xiangyang front, more than 1,000 troops from Tangyang and over 3,000 from Jingmen struck Hengdian and Yanzhimiao, shattering the positions of the Chinese 30th Corps. Simultaneously, a column moving from Zhujiafu toward Tunglinling split into several detachments and drove deep northward into Liangshuijing, Xiajiazi, and Kuaihuopu. By nightfall the River West Army Group had regrouped along the line from Hengdian through Yanzhimiao to Kuaihuopu. On 26 November the Japanese reached Xianzhu. The following day they assaulted Liuhouji and Lijiatang in a day-long battle that ended in stalemate. At dusk the 30th Corps launched a powerful counterattack; the 27th and 31st Divisions dispatched raiding parties into the enemy's rear. Unable to withstand the pressure, the Japanese fell back toward Jingmen and Zhongxiang, pursued by Chinese forces that inflicted heavy losses.   Along the Jingmen–Zhongxiang Highway the Japanese massed more than 3,000 troops to attack Changshoutian and Wangjiatian, encircling Changjiachi and Shahetian. The Chinese 149th Division withdrew in good order to the stronger Wangjiahe–Wulongguan line. On 26 November enemy strength grew to 4,000–5,000. One column advanced on Sanligang while the main body assaulted Peizhai, Wangjiahe, and Yunanmen. Fighting continued until dark without decisive result. On 27 November the main force of the 44th Corps counterattacked from Wangjiahe, converging with the 67th Corps advancing from the northwest. The coordinated assault inflicted severe casualties, yet the Japanese continued to fight stubbornly. On the Suixian front, more than 2,000 Japanese troops reached Liangshuikou on the morning of 25 November and launched a violent attack against the 123rd Division at Lishan. Two additional columns, each exceeding 1,000 men, pushed westward toward Hoyuantian and Qingmingpu; their numbers swelled steadily as darkness fell. On 26 November fierce combat raged against the 124th and 127th Divisions at Jinjishan and Qingmingpu. A separate force of 700–800 men advanced from Xihe via Langhetian to Tangjiafan. After clashing with the 41st Corps, the Japanese near Qingmingpu linked up with those at Jinjishan and moved toward Hoyuantian on 27 November. That night the detachment at Tangjiafan reached the vicinity of Huantan Zhen, confronting the 125th Division. Recognizing that the enemy had become dangerously dispersed, the War Area Command ordered its units to hold critical localities while the main forces exploited the mountainous terrain for ambushes. The tactic proved effective. Heavy fighting continued until 28 November, when the Japanese, unable to achieve their objectives, began a general withdrawal. Chinese forces west of Xiangyang immediately took up the pursuit. The enemy opposing the Right Army Group was routed and retreated along several routes. In the Suixian sector, Japanese units at Hoyuantian and Huantan Zhen were caught in converging attacks by the Central Army Group, driven back to high ground, and encircled. In a desperate attempt to relieve the trapped forces, the Japanese rushed 1,500–1,600 infantry and cavalry troops from Suixian and Yingshan through Shangshitian and Shatian in a flanking maneuver—only to be ambushed once more. Covered by aircraft and armor, the enemy withdrew toward Suixian and Xihe as Chinese troops pressed forward along the line from Chunchuan to Anchu, Lishan, and Gaocheng. By 30 November all Chinese Army Groups had restored their original positions.   The Central Hubei Operation produced uneven battlefield outcomes, particularly in reported casualties. Japanese accounts describe relatively limited losses, just 132 killed and 445 wounded attributed to advantages in air superiority, artillery, and armored support, even though the advance was complicated by difficult terrain. At the same time, Japanese forces faced persistent Chinese counterattacks along the Han River, which contributed to localized pressure and eventual withdrawal. The Japanese reported 6,439 Chinese killed  and 474 captured, but the evidence base is uncertain and the language of reporting suggests possible exaggeration or propaganda. Conversely, Chinese-era estimates reportedly placed Japanese losses at roughly 5,000 killed and 7,000–8,000 wounded, illustrating a substantial gap between competing narratives. Some alternate reconstructions suggest total Chinese casualties in the range of 20,000–30,000, depending on whether wounded and missing personnel are included. However, because wartime reporting was fragmented and inconsistent, there is no fully verifiable casualty ledger for all units involved.   Despite these tolls, the operation did not appear to achieve a decisive Chinese destruction of Japan's intended target force. The Chinese Fifth War Area, including elements associated with the 31st Army Group under Tang Enbo, suffered attrition but generally avoided annihilation. No major command-level losses are indicated in the surviving accounts, and unit formations were not described as collapsing permanently. On the material side, Japan reportedly seized rifles and supplies from positions that Chinese forces had encircled or abandoned in the short term, but overall equipment losses for either side were described as limited, consistent with the operation's restricted intensity.    Strategically, the operation offered Japan short-term tactical advantages—notably through localized envelopments and the temporary pressure of combined-arms support—but it failed to translate these gains into a sustained strategic result. The fighting also strained Japanese logistics in central China, especially given that the offensive was not followed by major reinforcements. At the same time, it exposed continuing vulnerabilities in rugged terrain where Chinese guerrilla activity and organized counteraction could offset superior firepower.   Ultimately, the Central Hubei Operation produced no net territorial gains. By the end of the week, Japanese troops had returned to positions that did not fundamentally alter control in central Hubei. Local clashes may have disturbed formations and disrupted movement temporarily, but the campaign did not create durable forward bases, did not change administrative control meaningfully, and did not permanently disrupt key supply corridors. The territorial status quo largely persisted: Chinese Fifth War Area forces maintained positions north of the Yangtze River, and there was no widespread abandonment of strongholds sufficient to indicate a strategic collapse.   In the months following the Japanese repulse in central Hubei in November 1940, enemy forces remained largely immobilized across the Jing-Xiang plains, their earlier ambitions checked by determined Chinese resistance. Seeking to regain momentum and draw Chinese strength away from other theaters, the Japanese high command prepared a massive offensive into southern Henan in late January 1941. By the end of the month they had concentrated an imposing array of seven infantry divisions, one independent cavalry brigade, three independent armored regiments, and one independent artillery regiment. In all, more than 150,000 infantrymen, over 8,000 cavalry, 550 artillery pieces, 300 tanks, and 200 armored cars stood ready. Over a hundred aircraft were massed at forward bases in Anyang, Xinxiang, Huaiyang, and Xinyang. From early January onward, ammunition and equipment had been laboriously shipped up the Yangtze and moved inland to Xinyang, while Japanese reconnaissance planes repeatedly overflew Chinese rear areas. Additional troops were concentrated in southern Henan itself.   On 20 January, as a preliminary move to pin down Chinese forces and facilitate the main effort in central Henan, the Japanese 18th Independent Mixed Brigade, together with elements of the 39th and 4th Divisions, launched a limited attack against the Chinese 29th and 33rd Army Groups. The principal assault, however, began on 24 January under the overall command of Lieutenant General Katsuichiro Enbu. The Japanese organized their southern Henan forces into three powerful columns: The Left Flank Force, built around the entire 3rd Division reinforced by the 8th Regiment of the 4th Division and the Mizuno Armored Unit, commanded by Lieutenant General Fusataro Hanjima of the 3rd Division. The Central Force, centered on the 17th Division (less one regiment) and strengthened by the 67th Regiment of the 15th Division and the Yoshimatsu Armored Unit, commanded by Lieutenant General Amaya of the 40th Division. The Right Flank Force, formed around the main body of the 40th Division, also under Lieutenant General Amaya.   In support of this main thrust, Japanese forces in northern Anhui and eastern Henan—principally the 4th Cavalry Brigade with the Hirabayashi Tank Regiment—advanced westward from Haozhou toward Woyang. The Ouda Regiment of the 21st Division pushed west from Suzhou, while the Uguchi and Kobayashi Regiments of the 35th Division, accompanied by engineer, cavalry, artillery, and tank units, moved from Kaifeng, Tongxu, and Zhuxian Zhen along the north bank of the Yellow River and through the flooded areas toward Zhengzhou. These supporting columns were intended to tie down Chinese reserves and prevent reinforcement of the southern front.   The National Military Council in Chongqing correctly assessed the enemy's intention: to drive north along the Beiping-Hankou Railway with their main strength, force a decisive battle against the Chinese field armies, and rely on the northern Anhui–eastern Henan forces to strike westward in coordination. Accordingly, the Council instructed the Fifth War Area to avoid a costly frontal engagement. Instead, a small portion of its troops would offer delaying resistance along the railway, while the main force would maneuver to the enemy's flanks and rear, severing communications and launching devastating counterattacks. In compliance, the Fifth War Area left only a single division near Xiping on the Beiping-Hankou line. The bulk of its strength—carefully concealed in depth on both sides of the enemy's expected axis of advance—remained highly mobile, ready to strike the Japanese flanks or rear the moment the enemy divided his forces or pushed toward Runan, Yancheng, or Wuyang. This elastic strategy proved decisive.   At dawn on 25 January the Japanese southern Henan forces advanced in three columns. The Left Flank Force moved along the line from Xiaolindian to Gucheng and Chashan. The Central Force struck northward from the Minggang area. The Right Flank Force crossed the Huai River between Huaijiao Zhen and Chengyang under heavy air support. Japanese planes bombed Chinese positions relentlessly. True to plan, Chinese units employed only light screening forces to harass the enemy with ambushes and flank attacks, preserving their main strength for the decisive moment.   By 26 January the Japanese had reached the line from Piyang to Gaoyi, Xingtian, and Queshan. On the 27th they pressed on to Chunshui, Shahetian, and Zhumadian. At this point Chinese mobile forces sprang into action. The 13th Corps of the 31st Army Group swung northward toward Xiangheguan, while the main body of the 85th Corps moved toward Shangcai to begin an enveloping maneuver. The 68th Corps of the 11th Army Group struck the enemy rear south of Xiangheguan; the 55th Corps advanced from Tanghe to Piyang; and the 59th Corps of the 33rd Army Group pushed toward Nanyang. On 29 January the 13th Corps attacked the Japanese Left Flank Force near Jieguanting and Xiaoshidian south of Wuyang, while the 85th Corps struck the Right Flank Force around Runan, southeast of Shangcai. The enemy's Central Force, advancing along and west of the railway, found the Chinese positions already evacuated and failed to trap any major units. The Japanese columns on the extreme flanks suffered over 3,000 casualties and lost six tanks in the fighting around Jieguanting.   By 31 January the enemy, desperate to rescue his exposed flank columns, reordered his forces. The Central Force executed turning movements on both sides: elements of the 15th Division swung right from Suiping through Shangcai to converge with troops moving north from Runan against the 85th Corps, while the main body of the 17th Division split into two columns and advanced from Suiping through Xiping toward Wuyang. Simultaneously, the main force of the 3rd Division and part of the 4th Division also converged on Wuyang, hoping to link with the 17th Division and crush the 13th Corps near Jieguanting and Xiaoshidian. Before the trap could close, however, the Chinese 13th and 85th Corps withdrew in good order to the area north of Ye Xian, between Yancheng and Shangshui, and north of the Sha River. When the Japanese broke through at Wuyang and Shangcai they found no major Chinese forces to destroy.   Meanwhile, Chinese troops from western Henan, the 59th, 55th, and 68th Corps, advanced from Tanghe, Piyang, and points north to strike the enemy rear at Wuyang. On 29 January the 84th Corps and local guerrillas in western Anhui recaptured Chengyang and continued the pursuit. The Japanese, having failed to concentrate superior strength or control the battlefield, now found themselves isolated. Their rear communications were severed, and they were under constant pressure from the 68th, 55th, and 59th Corps. After days of exhausting combat the enemy began to withdraw southward on the night of 2 February. Leaving only rear guards at Wuyang and Baoanzhai to tie down the 13th Corps, the main body of the 3rd Division moved from Fangcheng toward Nanyang and Zhenping. The 13th Corps immediately counterattacked, recaptured Baoanzhai and Wuyang, and pursued the enemy toward Fangcheng.   On the night of 2 February, as the Japanese main force approached Nanyang, the 17th Division together with elements of the 15th and 4th Divisions had already pushed south from Wuyang via Xiangheguan toward Piyang, hoping to link with forces moving east from Nanyang and trap the Chinese 68th, 55th, and 29th Corps. Fierce resistance by the 68th Corps near Xiangheguan inflicted heavy losses and forced the enemy to abandon large quantities of supplies. Further south, the 29th Corps exacted still greater casualties around Piyang. On the night of 7 February the trapped Japanese column split: part retreated along the Tanghe–Piyang highway, while the main body withdrew along the Tongbo–Xinyang highway toward Xinyang, leaving many dead behind. The Chinese 85th Corps pursued southeastward, while elements of the 13th, 29th, 55th, and 59th Corps harried the enemy toward Xinyang. By the time the fighting ended, all Chinese units had regained their original positions.   In coordination with the southern Henan offensive, the Japanese forces in northern Anhui and eastern Henan advanced westward in four columns on the morning of 25 January. The Ouda Regiment of the 21st Division struck west from Suzhou. The 4th Cavalry Brigade, reinforced by the Hirabayashi Tank Regiment, split into three routes from Bozhou to attack Woyang, Shanheji, and Shuangqiao, clashing bitterly with a Chinese cavalry division near Shizihe and Niqiuji. The Uguchi Regiment of the 35th Division advanced through the flooded areas from Tongxu and Zhuxian Zhen, while the Kobayashi Regiment moved westward along the north bank of the Yellow River near Zhengzhou. Japanese aircraft intensified their bombing of Chinese cities and front-line positions, including Zhoujiakou, Zhengzhou, Yancheng, Ye Xian, Xiangcheng, Wuyang, and Luoyang. On 29 January one enemy column reached Santaiji and suffered heavy losses under Chinese attack. Threatened on the left by forces near Huaiyang, two Chinese corps withdrew temporarily to the line from Fuyang to Taihe and Jieshou. On 5 February the Japanese captured Taihe and Jieshou, but a Chinese counterattack on the morning of 6 February regained both towns, forcing the enemy to retreat northeastward.   The Battle of Southern Henan, which opened on 25 January and concluded on 10 February after seventeen days of continuous fighting, ended in a clear Chinese victory. Japanese casualties exceeded 9,000; when the enemy withdrew from Nanyang more than 300 military vehicles were left burning on the battlefield. Large quantities of arms, ammunition, and supplies fell into Chinese hands. Chinese losses were significantly lighter. The enemy had hoped to force a decisive battle along the railway and shatter the Chinese armies of the Fifth War Area. Instead, skillful Chinese maneuver, timely flank attacks, and relentless pressure on the enemy's rear and communications had turned the Japanese offensive into a costly failure. The victory not only preserved the integrity of the central Chinese front but also demonstrated once again the effectiveness of elastic defense and mobile counteroffensive tactics against a numerically superior but overextended foe.   In the wake of their costly repulse in central Hubei the previous November and the even more humiliating defeat in Southern Henan between late January and early February 1941, the Japanese sought once more to regain the initiative in the spring of 1941. Their target was western Hubei, where Chinese forces continued to deny them freedom of movement along the middle Yangtze. The entire Japanese 13th Division garrisoned the Yichang salient. Its regiments were deployed in a defensive arc: the 65th Regiment and the 19th Artillery Regiment held positions east of the city at Longchuanpu, Tumenya, and Yaqueling; the 104th Regiment guarded the northwest approaches; and the 17th Cavalry Regiment patrolled the Yangchalu–Baishanao sector. On the west bank of the Yangtze, the 58th Regiment had constructed strong bridgehead fortifications between Chaojialing and Shangwulongkou, ready to support any renewed thrust westward.   Facing this entrenched enemy was the Chinese 26th Corps, entrusted with the critical mission of river defense on the west bank of the Yangtze opposite Yichang. The corps commander had organized his forces into three sectors. The 41st Division held the right zone, anchoring its line from Mujiatian and Tanjiataizi northward to the vicinity of Fanjiah u. The 32nd Division defended the left zone, stretching from Mujiatian through Ceyang to Xiangzikou. The 44th Division remained in corps reserve near Caojiafan, poised to reinforce either flank or exploit opportunities for counterattack.   On 6 March 1941 the Japanese struck. Having quietly reinforced their forces west of Yichang to more than three regiments, supported by cavalry and artillery, they opened the assault at 5:30 a.m. with a violent artillery barrage, followed immediately by infantry advances under cover of air strikes. Chinese security positions at Tanjiataizi and Chaojiadian were overrun. The enemy then hurled itself against the main line at Changgangling. Simultaneously, 600 to 700 Japanese troops, backed by planes and guns, assaulted Fanjiah u. After hours of bitter fighting both localities fell. On the morning of 7 March, Japanese aircraft again spearheaded the attack, enabling the capture of positions at Qianjiatai and Wujiaba. The enemy pressed on toward Qianjiachong and Yutaishan but was thrown back. Meanwhile, the force that had taken Fanjiah u clashed fiercely with the Chinese 44th Division around Taipingqiao; although the division was eventually compelled to withdraw to the eastern end of the bridge under relentless air attack, it continued to resist stubbornly. When the enemy seized Hut zeye from the direction of Fanjiah u, the 32nd Division fell back in good order to the line from Tunziqiao to Tuyanzhong, where it beat off further assaults. By this stage the Japanese had driven themselves into a dangerously narrow salient, exposed on both flanks.   Seizing the moment, the River Defense Force reorganized its lines. The 103rd Division of the 8th Corps relieved the sector from Mujiatang through Yingzishan to Chaotianguan, while the 26th Corps consolidated new positions at Yutaishan, Pijiashan, Qingshuiba, Guangongling, and Xiaopingshanba. The plan was clear: hold the enemy east of this line, then launch a converging counterstroke to destroy the invaders and restore the original front. On 8 March two guerrilla columns from the 41st Division struck at Changgangling and Fanjiayuan, while another detachment hit the enemy east of Pifengjian. More than 2,000 Japanese troops assaulted the 44th Division's positions from Gaolingpo and Dajiaobian toward Wanghuzizhong; determined resistance by the 44th Division, supported by elements of the 41st, brought the attack to a standstill. Later that day the enemy managed to penetrate the 32nd Division's line at Tianwangshi, forcing Chinese troops to fight a delaying action along the outskirts of the Shibai Fortress from Mingjiachong to Heitangou.   Dawn on 9 March brought renewed Chinese initiative. The 103rd Division occupied the line from Tutiling to Shizinao and advanced in several columns against the enemy. A portion of the 44th Division waged a grim holding action on the high ground flanking Guojiaba, suffering heavy losses but buying time for the main body to launch a powerful flank attack against the Japanese at Taipingqiao and Xianglingkou. By dusk Chinese forces had captured the enemy strongpoints at Dujiaoba and Dajiaobian along the highway, annihilating numerous enemy troops. The 32nd Division threw its main strength against the area northwest of Dajiaobian; heavy fighting raged around Wanghuzizhong into the afternoon until enemy reinforcements were driven off. The 41st Division, meanwhile, executed effective flank attacks that yielded significant gains. On 10 March the 103rd Division recaptured the high ground at Xiawulongkou and north of Tianzipo, while guerrillas of the 41st Division continued to harass the enemy through every gap in his lines. When positions at Hongshipo and Lungtanping held by the 44th Division were breached, the division withdrew to the western heights of Bomuping and faced the enemy anew.   At dawn on 11 March, after suffering severe casualties, the Japanese resorted to smoke screens and began withdrawing eastward along several routes. Chinese pursuit forces swiftly retook Xianglingkou, Guojiaba, Guangongling, Tianwangshi, and Dajiaobian. By 12 March the enemy had fallen back to a defensive line running from east of Taipingqiao to Hu z'ai and Huangnikeng. On 13 March Chinese units launched general counterattacks. Unable to withstand the pressure, the Japanese retreated to their original positions. The eight-day engagement thus ended exactly where it had begun.   The battle had been fought with only a portion of the available Chinese forces, yet it proved decisive. The Japanese, who had hoped to crack the river defenses and resume their westward drive, instead suffered 4,000 to 5,000 casualties. The swift and skillful Chinese counteroffensive not only restored the front but left the enemy shaken and apprehensive. Their design to push deeper into western Hubei was decisively thwarted, buying precious time for the broader Chinese war effort in the Yangtze theater and demonstrating once again that determined defense, timely reinforcement, and aggressive counteraction could blunt even the most carefully prepared Japanese offensive. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. In November 1940, a Central Hubei Operation using five task forces attempted to exploit Chinese dispersal but achieved no territorial gains despite local successes. A larger January 1941 offensive into southern Henan deployed 150,000+ troops but again failed strategically. Despite Japanese tactical advantages and superior firepower, logistical constraints and rugged terrain favored mobile Chinese resistance. Both campaigns ended with Japanese withdrawals and restored Chinese positions, demonstrating that determined defense and timely counteraction could blunt large-scale Japanese operations.

How might ministry leaders anticipate the future to shape today's church?  In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Joel Murphy about his work with the Futuring Hub and how we might faithfully imagine the future. They also discuss AI, cultural shifts, and the future of ministry formation.  Joel is the Director of Futures Research and Director of the Andrew D. McRae Centre for Christian Faith and Culture with Acadia Divinity College. To learn more about his work, visit https://futuringhub.ca/.  In the pre-show, Rob, Geoff, and Chris talk about events they never could have predicted and predictions that have been overhyped or underestimated. For more information about the podcast, visit www.churchinthenorth.ca. For questions or inquiries, please email us at podcast@churchinthenorth.ca.  If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment.

(00:00-18:00) Papers' hair is throwing free and easy and he's heading down to Busch to celebrate. Sweet Sweet Bill. New TMA hats. Joe Buck will joins us at 8:00. Doug wants the lede to be the Stanley Cup, not McGreevy's round yesterday. Audio of Torts's post game presser.(18:08-52:11) Happy birthday Kenny G and RIP Peabo Bryson. Tim doesn't like sports radio beds. Anticipating the Spurs to strike back tonight. Sweating the Cubs/A's over. The return of The Noot. Audio of Lars Nootbar talking about coming back and being a fan of the Tarps Off phenomenon. We're in the process business around here. Audio of Albert Pujols talking about the 2026 Cardinals team and the energy the team brings. No one is talking about the Battlehawks playoff run. Paul is on the line and wants to talk Lars Nootbar. Building on the moon.(52:21-1:23:16) Friend of the show, Joe Buck joins the show. Joe's not much of a podcast guy. Joe's thoughts on the 2026 Cardinals up to this point. Joe doesn't think this team is a move or two away from being a serious contender. Little Elvis. Player and media relations now compared to the past. Joe hasn't written his Cooperstown speech just yet. Good on-the-fly self-edit there by Joe. New tradition having Hall of Fame broadcasters on on Fridays. The celebrity is going to Jackson's head. Gotta run the kids to camp.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Papers' hair is throwing free and easy and he's heading down to Busch to celebrate. Sweet Sweet Bill. New TMA hats. Joe Buck will joins us at 8:00. Doug wants the lede to be the Stanley Cup, not McGreevy's round yesterday. Audio of Torts's post game presser.Happy birthday Kenny G and RIP Peabo Bryson. Tim doesn't like sports radio beds. Anticipating the Spurs to strike back tonight. Sweating the Cubs/A's over. The return of The Noot. Audio of Lars Nootbar talking about coming back and being a fan of the Tarps Off phenomenon. We're in the process business around here. Audio of Albert Pujols talking about the 2026 Cardinals team and the energy the team brings. No one is talking about the Battlehawks playoff run. Paul is on the line and wants to talk Lars Nootbar. Building on the moon. Friend of the show, Joe Buck joins the show. Joe's not much of a podcast guy. Joe's thoughts on the 2026 Cardinals up to this point. Joe doesn't think this team is a move or two away from being a serious contender. Little Elvis. Player and media relations now compared to the past. Joe hasn't written his Cooperstown speech just yet. Good on-the-fly self-edit there by Joe. New tradition having Hall of Fame broadcasters on on Fridays. The celebrity is going to Jackson's head. Gotta run the kids to camp.Fallout Boy and The Simpsons. Jackson won't be watching the NBA Finals Game 2 because he'll be at the Cardinal game. People want to see Doug in nothing but his new TMA hat. Hurricanes get the win in OT and tie up the Stanley Cup at 1-1. Audio of Sean McDonough's call of the Hurricanes Game 2 winning goal. Lena The Plug and Adam 22's alleged divorce. Lena says they're not getting divorced and someone submitted the paperwork without her knowledge. Is Doug going on Plug Talk? Bryce Chandler Hill.Santan Dave. Drops of the Week. And that's the show, huh?Happy 57th Birthday, Brian McKnight. Did we ever get McGreevy's score? McGreevy with an 83 and May with an 87. Sharon doesn't get a voice in creative decision making. The Collinsville Catsup Bottle wants to know why Iggy is famous. Audio of Nevin Shapiro talking about Mario Cristobal flipping an LSU recruit to Miami. Martin is limping into break guy. Irish goodbyes are quite pleasurable.Jackson's a poor workman. Papers' putting issues. Cousin Nick firing shots. Doug's Quarter Zip is on the phone lines. DQZ won't be at the game this evening and would like Jackson to lead the chant for him. Let's hear that chant again. 0% approval rating in the text inbox. Audio of Jackson fans heckling McGreevy about Papers beating him in golf. Being a Busch Stadium usher is like the G league for berating people at Lambert.Jordan Walker has fallen a little off the 80 homerun pace. Doug wants to maybe move him up in the order. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.Is this more Kenny G? Jackie Papers will be out next Friday. Wedding SZN in full effect for people in Jackson's age range. Domestic partnerships. Double majoring in psychology and journalism. Bradley Cooper. The poor female intern that Pronger took it easy on.Navy Caps on the Road will be the 2026 Cardinals version of Gloria. McGreevy's scared to wear the NCOTR shirt. Weird off-day Saturday coming up soon for the Redbirds. Celebrity World Cup appearances for Jackson. Waterloo is the public golf course capital of the midwest. Doug says no number 2s at the golf course. Nothing but urinals.Is it possible in 2026 to lead a double life?And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Outliers are events we know are possible—we have the data, the science, or the historical precedent—but we actively ignore them because they haven't happened recently. They grow in the dark because a stable economy breeds complacency, leading institutions to price assets as if these threats don't exist. In today's podcast, Max explains how we must shine a light into the dark corners of the market—looking for risk interactions, tightening loan covenants, and questioning historical models before the next Outlier forces the light on for all of us.

In this week's Healthcare Preview, Debbie Curtis and Rodney Whitlock join Maddie News to discuss the Medicaid work requirements interim final rule, anticipated for release today.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Evolve Ventures Tech, we take a sharp, honest look at what partnership really requires before, during, and after pregnancy. From postpartum support and emotional labor to household rhythms, identity shifts, and the pressure new parents rarely see coming, we challenge the idea that love alone is enough to build a steady family system.This episode is for expecting parents, conscious couples, and anyone preparing for parenthood with more clarity, humility, and intention. Build the foundation before the baby arrives, because pressure has a way of exposing what preparation was overlooked.Here are related episodes that build on today's conversation:#483 | How to Hold Two Truths At the Same Time - https://apple.co/4tSwvBR #457 | Polyvagal Theory: The Key to Well-Being - https://apple.co/4qcqfCp Learn more about:

Signs of focal epilepsy before the seizures start: hear all about it from neurologist and epileptologist Dr. Jacob Pellinen, who shares with us his research and results proving that people can experience things like depression or learning difficulties at school or work before seizure onset.Chapters

How does anticipating the future change how you live right now? Whether it's clearing out a room for a new baby or altering your study habits for graduation, knowing what lies ahead completely reshapes how we manage our assets today.In this fourth message of our Forever series, we dig into a treasure box of scriptural truth to discover why believers "do not give up". Moving through Matthew 13 and 2 Corinthians 4, we look past our temporary, breaking-down outer shells to focus on the eternal value God has placed inside us through the Holy Spirit. We are challenged to stop living solely for the cultural mindset of "YOLO" and instead leverage our money, time, thoughts, and relationships for an absolutely incomparable, eternal weight of glory.

David Shapiro of Otto1890 unpacks the importance of the Brent crude oil sitting below $100. He explores US stocks and the AI boom being led by Nvidia, which investors are weighing up selling off for SpaceX and Anthropic. He discusses clothing retailers being under pressure and his concerns around gold prices amid the falling oil price. He also unpacks the impact of inflation on interest and his expectation that interest rates will hold steady. SAfm Market Update - Podcasts and live stream

What will be different about week two of Ravens organized team activities? Lamar Jackson is actually present this time around and that should lead to some good work with his wideouts. Sam Cohn joined the show to talk about what he's anticipating at Wednesday's practice.

Why does figuring out what's for dinner feel so exhausting — every single night? In this episode of MissPerceived, Professor Leah Ruppanner breaks down exactly why dinner time is one of the biggest mental load pain points she hears about across her research and interviews. Spoiler: it's not just about the food. Dinner time activates all eight mental load types simultaneously — from life organization and safety to magic making and dream building — and it's happening inside a food system that is increasingly broken and putting the pressure squarely on parents to fix it. If dinner feels heavier than it should, this episode explains exactly why.Chapters:00:00 Introduction — why dinner is a mental load disaster02:23 How the eight mental load types map onto dinner time02:40 Mental load type 1: Life organization — do you have everything you need?04:39 Mental load types 2 & 3: Relationship hygiene and emotional support at the table06:58 Mental load type 4: Magic making — when dinner goes gloriously right08:00 Anticipating what could go wrong — and chasing the magic anyway08:30 Mental load type 5: Dream building — dinner as connection time09:14 Mental load types 6 & 7: Safety and food allergies — when the stakes are life or death11:35 Mental load type 8: The broken food system and parental guilt13:51 Why trad wife nostalgia makes sense — and why it's a trap15:00 Lobbying against nutritious food — and why you're left to solve it alone16:05 What to do: share the load, use AI, let the kids cook, let go of control18:25 Is dinner time a doom drain or a magical moment for you?Resources Mentioned:

The Boys finale has everyone talking—and we're here for it. In this episode, Sandra and Kasey break down the series' biggest moments, compare its themes of power and brotherhood to Supernatural, and ask the all-important question: Did Kripke stick the landing? We chat about character arcs, cameos by familiar faces, and how this show gets graded by some fandom buddies. Buckle up for your favorite hosts diving into another corner of TV gold.~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can't be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks!We've got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! Our Priding in the Impala Fundraiser merch is available now!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)  ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:02:26 - Anticipating the Finale00:23:22 - The Anxiety Spectre of Supernatural00:35:01 - Season stand out moments00:38:05 - Series Finale Scene by Scene01:44:17 - Thoughts on the ending from our Discord Server01:53:00 - Outro

It's all too common to become overwhelmed by the chaos of daily life and to lose sight of our fundamental purpose; nurturing a deep and meaningful devotional life. While dedicating our lives to Christ is essential, understanding how to embody that commitment in a way that fosters daily spiritual growth in the presence of the Father is an entirely different challenge.Devotion is the key to maintaining and developing our spiritual life. When we don't have a solid, continual devotional lifestyle, we cannot grow in the way and manner that God intended for us. Hence, devotion is a point and a place where we get to understand and experience the transforming power of our relationship with the Lord.It is a privilege to be daily invited to share in the glorious experience around and within the throne of God. To me, devotion is far more than a time of prayer or worship, though these are vitally important. Devotion is an opportunity to go deeper into the things of God, to measure my place and position in terms of spiritual development.The place of devotion is where I see myself in the light of Christ. It is the point where all that I am is weighed and measured on the scale of authenticity. Devotion is where I am refined, transformed, and empowered in the light of the Spirit. It is the place where everything required to carry out God's intentions is given, renewed, and refined. It is also where I am launched out for the day.Beyond a Time of PrayerDevotion must be seen as more than just a time of prayer. What happens in the place of prayer? What takes place while you are communing with God, talking to Him? What happens in your life? To me, that is the essence of devotion.This is why we cannot afford to treat devotion casually or see it as a secondary activity. Devotion must be the very heart, the very center and core of our being. It must reflect the point and place where we breathe, it is what holds our heartbeat. When we lose our devotional life or begin to neglect it, we are essentially losing our spiritual life and it's perspective. This of course, gives the enemy opportunity to step into our (thoughts) lives, either subtly or aggressively, bringing derailment, distraction, and potentially destruction.The Indescribable Joy of Priestly DevotionI do not think there is a word to fully describe and capture the joy, peace, and sense of fulfillment waiting for those who respond in the true spirit of priestly devotion to this sound of invitation. It is in the place of devotion that our priesthood begins and is established as the foundation that sets the tone for the beginning or closure of the day.Anticipating and participating in the inflow and outflow of life being experienced in the Spirit through prayer, gratitude, thanksgiving, supplication, and intercession is beyond what we can imagine or describe. Indeed, the manifestations of the speakings and utterances around the throne bring an exaltation that edifies and sets the tone for the rest of the day.

Welcome to Chapel City Church! For the last several weeks we have looked at the life of Abraham through the lens of Hebrews 11. As he matured in his faith, he came to the point where he believed that God would be faithful to His promises, even if they seemed impossible. But how would those promises move from generation to generation? Abraham dies in faith, but so do Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. How do those men demonstrate their faith in the […]

Diana and Sam break down The Testaments Episode 8, "Broken," an emotionally devastating chapter centered on heartbreak, trauma, and the quiet acts of solidarity that push back against Gilead's control. From Agnes's painful match to Commander Weston and the symbolic plate-breaking ritual, to Daisy's desperate attempt to hide her period and avoid being married off, this episode explores what it means to be "broken" in both literal and emotional ways. Diana and Sam discuss Agnes's unraveling as she faces both personal loss and buried trauma, Daisy's growing panic and shifting purpose, and the heartbreaking bravery of Hulda as she speaks out against Dr. Grove. They also dive into the surprising depth of Shunammite, Aunt Lydia's subtle but significant shift, and the many ways the girls support one another in a world designed to keep them silent. Plus, a quick spotlight on the haunting use of "Sweet Jane" by Cowboy Junkies during one of Agnes's most revealing moments. What does Broken really mean in this episode, damage, survival, or the beginning of resistance? Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to episode themes and emotional landscape 02:00 - The significance of girl matches and social ceremonies in Gilead 04:00 - Agnes's fantasies versus reality and her emotional heartbreak 06:00 - The symbolism of Agnes smashing the plate and societal reshaping rituals 08:00 - Daisy's experience with her first period and its political implications 10:00 - The complexity of Shu's character and her quiet strength 12:00 - Gilead's reproductive control and Daisy's rebellion plan 14:00 - Agnes's emotional calmness and her quick adaptation to trauma 16:00 - The systemic abuse by Dr. Grove and character reactions 18:00 - Agnes's confrontation with Hulda and the importance of truth 20:00 - Fair treatment of the girls—support and societal control dynamics 22:00 - The wedding celebrations masking underlying trauma and fear 24:00 - Penny's distress and implications for her future in Gilead 26:00 - The dangerous secret of Penny's situation and systemic violence 28:00 - The importance of allies and hidden resistance in oppressive environments 30:00 - Agnes's relationship with Aunt Lydia and her cautious support 32:00 - The themes of systemic brokenness and female support as rebellion 34:00 - The importance of covert solidarity and friendship among the girls 36:00 - Character highlights: Shu's complexity and Hulda's bravery 38:00 - Reflection on systemic control, trauma, and resilience 41:30 - Celebrating wedding traditions and Question of the Day answers 46:00 - Anticipating upcoming episodes 49:00 - TV & Movie Recommendations (see below) 1:01:30 - Closing Thoughts TV Shows: Good Omens (Prime Video) — series finale Dutton Ranch (Paramount+) Vanished (MGM+) Rooster (HBO) The Perfect Match Season 4 (Netflix) Outlander (Starz) — final season Movies: We Bury the Dead (Hulu, 2026) The Crash (Netflix, 2026) Remarkably Bright Creatures (Netflix) Primate (Paramount+) Question of the Day: What's your favorite part of a wedding—food, dancing, ceremony, just leaving early, or something else? Website: www.screensinfocus.comEmail: screensinfocus@gmail.com Instagram: @screensinfocusFacebook: Screens in FocusTikTok: Screens in FocusYouTube: Screens in Focus Feedback and TV/Movie Recommendations: Google Voice: (669) 223-8542 Free background music from JewelBeat.com: www.jewelbeat.com

On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge unpacks the recent priest convocation with clergy from across the diocese and shares more on their main topic of discussion—artificial intelligence. Hear Bishop speak publicly for the first time in earnest on the technology everyone's talking about, while we await and welcome Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical with joy.  The new diocesan clergy assignments are here — how do such changes come to be? Bishop elaborates on how the process works.  Bishop Burbidge also offers commentary on a new website with a pro-life focus: moms.gov. He also previews a critical campaign to combat two Virginia state constitutional amendments on the ballot this fall—one that would enshrine a radical pro-abortion culture in the Commonwealth, and one that would further threaten marriage.  Finally, hear Bishop Burbidge answers a listener question: Bishop, I read that a new edition of the Liturgy of the Hours is coming out soon and will be available from Ascension and Word on Fire. As I understand it, priests are expected to say the liturgy of the hours every day. I am a layman but interested in trying it out. Can you give me guidance on how to get started and hopefully make this kind of prayer a habit?"  Walk Humbly welcomes listener questions for Bishop Burbidge. Call or text (703) 778-9100 anytime with your question. Connect with Walk Humbly and Bishop Burbidge by texting WALKHUMBLY to 84576 for occasional alerts and updates. 

Episode Overview In this episode of the Agent to CEO Podcast, John Kitchens sits down with entrepreneurs Damien and Jessica Zouaoui, founders of Oakwell Beer Spa, to unpack one of the most creative and experience-driven business models in hospitality today. What started as two corporate professionals living in New York City turned into a 14-month trip around the world searching for the perfect business idea. That journey eventually led them to a concept almost nobody in America had seen before:

This week's In Class With Carr confronts an enduring question at the heart of the U.S. experiment: How long can White nationalism strain the U.S. political order before the contradictions at its core permanently rupture the federated system itself? We trace this week's racially politicized Southern gerrymanders back to the founding racial logic of the United States, moving from Virginia state court battles to US Supreme Court encouraged anti-Black legislative wars in Tennessee, Louisiana, and Alabama. Together, these conflicts reveal that organized power—not faith in the durability of local, state, or federal institutions—has always driven transformations in the U.S. Social Structure. Echoing social comedian Roy Wood Jr.'s reflections on the centrality of Black locality, the Black-led Human Rights Movement of the Second Reconstruction and contemporary coalition politics, we emphasize culture, memory, and solidarity as essential sources of resistance and transformation. Anticipating intensifying disinformation, fascist unrestraint and escalating legal attacks on voting rights, this week's session reminds us that “everything ends,” including systems rooted in White racial domination. More inclusive and equitable Social Structures can emerge if and when people fight collectively for them from our strengths.Are you a member of Knarrative? If not, we invite you to join our community today by signing up at: https://www.knarrative.com. As a Knarrative subscriber, you'll gain immediate access to Knubia, our growing community of teachers, learners, thinkers, doers, artists, and creators. Together, we're making a generational commitment to our collective interests, work, and responsibilities. Join us at https://www.knarrative.com and download the Knubia app through your app store or by visiting https://community.knarrative.com.To shop Go to:TheGlobalMajorityMore from us:Follow on X: https://x.com/knarrative_https://x.com/inclasswithcarrFollow on Instagram IG / knarrative IG/ inclasswithcarr Follow Dr. Carr: https://www.drgregcarr.comhttps://x.com/AfricanaCarrFollow Karen Hunter: https://karenhuntershow.comhttps://x.com/karenhunter IG / karenhuntershowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Weather with Enthusiasm: Spring Warm-Up & Blackbery Winter0:00 Introduction to Weather with Enthusiasm0:35 Audience Reaction to 70-Degree Forecast1:06 Anticipating 60s and 70s Weather1:36 Understanding the "BlackBerry Winter"2:43 Cold Upper Atmosphere and Lightning3:28 Looking Ahead to Warmer Temperatures4:13 Chicago Warmth and Drought Concerns5:16 Cubs Game and Unseasonal Lightning6:02 Unbelievable Cold Air in the Upper Midwest7:11 Impact of Cold Air on Weather Patterns 8:13 Forecast for Above-Normal Temperatures 9:21 Tomorrow's Episode Teaser#WeatherForecast #ChicagoWeather #SpringWarmUp #BlackBerryWinter #Meteorology #WeatherPodcast #TemperatureChanges #NationalWeatherService #Climate #ThunderAndLightning #MidwestWeather #WeatherEnthusiasm #DroughtConditions #CubsGame #AtmosphericScience #ColdFront #WarmFront #WeatherPatterns #SeasonalChange #WeatherUpdateBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.

India hasn't updated how political power is distributed across its states in five decades—and the consequences are mounting. At the heart of delimitation lies a fundamental tension: should representation follow population, or preserve a delicate federal balance? Successive governments chose to defer the question, freezing India's electoral map even as demographic divides deepened. The Modi government's recent push to overhaul the system brought these tensions into the open but ultimately failed to resolve them. Recently, Milan sat down with Shruti Rajagopalan of the Mercatus Center at George Mason University for a wide-ranging webinar on delimitation, representation, and the reshaping of Indian democracy. The two discussed how India reached the present impasse—and what happens next. Milan and Shruti unpack the constitutional rules governing delimitation, the scale of malapportionment in the Lok Sabha, and the politics behind the Modi government's failed 2026 push to overhaul the system. Plus, they discuss scenarios for the future. On this week's show, we present the audio and video from this recent conversation as a joint collaboration between Grand Tamasha and Shruti's Ideas of India podcast. Episode notes: Shruti Rajagopalan, “India's delimitation battles are costing its poorest voters,” Times of India, April 25, 2026. Shruti Rajagopalan, “Delimitation: At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance,” Indian Express, April 23, 2026. M.R. Madhavan, “Implications of increasing the size of the Lok Sabha,” Hindu, April 16, 2024. Shruti Rajagopalan, “Demography, Delimitation, and Democracy,” Get Down and Shruti (Substack), July 3, 2023. Pranay Kotasthane, “India Policy Watch: Delimitation as an Opportunity for a Grand Bargain,” Anticipating the Unintended (Substack), June 18, 2023. Milan Vaishnav and Jamie Hintson, “India's Emerging Crisis of Representation,” Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, March 14, 2019.

In a world so divided by hate, how can we choose to show love? This week we are joined by journalist Jan Fran, who unpacks the horror of witnessing horror.

Send us a message! (or visit outloudbible.com/contact to start a conversation)We celebrate a huge milestone: the entire Bible has been read out loud, and we pause to honor what God has done over the last three and a half years. We share how this ministry started, why public Scripture reading still matters, and where we believe God is leading Outloud Bible next.• finishing the full Bible read aloud and why we choose celebration• Psalm 119:13 as the long-term goal verse• our 2019 financial gap and learning to trust Matthew 6:33• the pandemic shutdown and the call to 1 Timothy 4:13• why the public reading of Scripture often gets minimized• how delivery, preparation, and clarity help Scripture “speak for itself”• the human voice and emotional texture inside the biblical authors• growth milestones including downloads, countries reached, and new translations• Outloud Bible Experiences for churches and echo discipleship guides• next goals including more live events, video, and reading plans• how to pray for our team, open doors, integrity, and provisionPlease visit outloudbible.com/support to contribute to the work of Outloud Bible in this new phase. At outloudbible.com, you can find free resources to help you study the Bible. And while you're there, send us a message to say hi, or start a conversation about having us at your church or event. If Outloud Bible has been a valuable part of your understanding of the Bible, please consider supporting the ministry by visiting outloudbible.com.Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

We've been taught that being hard on ourselves makes us better. That if we just try harder, stay consistent enough, hold higher standards, and push through the exhaustion, we'll finally feel like we're doing this parenting thing right. But what if that constant self-criticism is the very thing burning you out? In this episode, I talk with Dr. D. Ivan Young about why self-compassion isn't weakness — it's emotional intelligence. And how misused empathy, especially toward yourself, creates resentment, over-functioning, and disconnection in your home. If you've been feeling exhausted, reactive, or stuck in your head replaying everything you did “wrong,” this conversation will connect the dots between your internal self-talk and the emotional tone of your entire family. Empathy is powerful — but when it's weaponized against yourself, it becomes harmful. Refusing to give yourself grace Believing you should always do more Never allowing yourself to be human A lack of self-compassion doesn't stay internal. It spills into your relationships as snapping, resentment, emotional withdrawal, and chronic over-functioning. You cannot pour empathy outward when you're withholding it inward. The “Obnoxious Self” vs. Your Wise Self Dr. Young describes the “obnoxious self” as the internal voice that constantly criticizes and second-guesses: “You should've done better.” “Why can't you handle this?” “Other moms don't struggle like this.” This voice keeps you stuck in fight-or-flight mode. Practicing self-empathy helps you shift into your grounded, intentional self — the part of you capable of emotional intelligence and thoughtful parenting. The Security Guard vs. CEO Brain When you're triggered, your amygdala — the “security guard” — takes over and locks your CEO (your prefrontal cortex) away. Your CEO is where: Emotional intelligence lives Curiosity lives Intentional parenting lives Self-compassion helps bring your CEO back online so you can respond instead of react. Over-Functioning as a Dysfunctional Normal Many overwhelmed moms live in constant over-functioning: Anticipating everything Fixing everything Managing everyone's emotions While it feels responsible, over-functioning slowly pulls you away from authentic alignment — accepting your humanity and setting boundaries that protect your psychological safety. Self-neglect doesn't just hurt you. It impacts your marriage and your children's emotional development. Emotional Intelligence in Real-Life Conflict We also discuss practical tools you can use immediately: How pitch, tone, and facial expression regulate nervous systems Why moods are contagious and your presence sets the emotional temperature of your home A phrase introverts can use to speak up without escalating conflict: “I've been listening to everything you're saying. May I share my perspective?” Emotional intelligence isn't about controlling others. It's about regulating yourself first. About Dr. D. Ivan Young Dr. D. Ivan Young is an ICF Master Certified Coach and author of Leading from the Heart. He has spent over two decades working at the intersection of behavioral neuroscience and human connection. After navigating a stage four cancer diagnosis, he deepened his research into resilience, identity, and the internal battle between the omniscient self and the obnoxious self. His work reframes self-compassion as essential to resilience, leadership, and emotional intelligence. Resources Mentioned Leading from the Heart by Dr. D. Ivan Young Connect with Dr. D. Ivan Young on LinkedIN The Best Mom's a Happy Mom by JoAnn Crohn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailHave you ever had something completely figured out — only to find yourself right back at square one a little while later? That's not failure. That's life moving through seasons. And today, we're going to talk about how to navigate those transitions with a lot more grace and a lot less self-judgment.I open this episode sharing a conversation I had with Sarah Smith, the Charting Champion Coach,  someone who has built her entire career helping physicians tame their inbox and their charts, who told me she found herself needing to start over and figure it out again. And instead of finding that discouraging, I found it humanizing. Because it's a reminder that none of us are done. We are always in a season.In this episode, we're walking through a practical framework for thinking about seasonal transitions; whether you're becoming a parent, becoming an empty nester, caring for an aging parent, switching jobs, leaving clinical medicine, or just noticing that the things that used to work… aren't anymore.What we cover:The Arrival Fallacy — Seasonal Edition We usually talk about the arrival fallacy in terms of goals ("once I make attending, I'll be happy"). But there's another version: the belief that once you figure out a habit or a system, it will work forever. It won't — and that's okay. The habits and routines that serve you right now are not the same ones that will serve you in three, five, or ten years. Mental flexibility is the skill.Sitting in Reality: What Do You Need Right Now? Not what worked last year. Not what will work someday. What do you need right now, given your current work environment, your home life, what's happening in the world, where you are in your career, and what your body needs? We walk through a few key categories: support, movement, sleep, creative expression, and collaboration.Anticipating the Other Side of This Season One of my favorite exercises: imagine yourself at the end of this season looking back. What do you want to have experienced? What would disappoint you? What would you regret not prioritizing? This is not morbid; it's proactive. It gives your current choices direction and meaning.Whether you're in a season you chose or one that chose you, this episode will help you get more intentional about the time you're in — and more honest about what you actually need.

Anticipating a summer to be spent exploring Underworld, DDSWTNP in Episode 35 take a small detour to a DeLillo short story, “Creation,” which distills DeLillo's omnipresent motifs of Romanticism and Christian mythos, transports literal and figurative, and disillusionment with the maintenance of Edenic experience — perhaps especially for the American tourist trying to escape from, rather than into, their vacation world. This 1979 story of infidelity, manipulation, and fantasy depicts repeated journeys to a small, jammed Caribbean airport that draw thoughts about godliness, meaning, and mortal fear from an unnamed narrator who has the impulse to write but perhaps not the skills and honed perception. In “Creation” we find many unexpected things: stirring parallels to the space orbits of “Human Moments in World War III”; a precursor to the voice of James Axton to emerge amid Mediterranean islands three years later; and of course new turns on the key DeLillo topos of plane travel and the contingencies of leaving the earth for the sky. Elements of journeys in Americana, Mao II, Cosmopolis, and Valparaiso come up, and we conclude that Rupert the cab driver may be the hero of this tale, or the figure who understands these affairs the best. We give listeners quite a few reasons to read or re-read this under-appreciated story that DeLillo would later choose to place first in The Angel Esmeralda: Nine Stories (2011).   The cover image incorporates part of Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going? (1897-98) by Paul Gauguin, who seems the likely reference point when the narrator of “Creation” says of his canceled seat on a flight out, “I'll marry a native woman and learn how to paint.”

Mike Gallagher and Austin Yamada recaps the Game Twos in the NBA Playoffs, including how the Spurs can cope without Victor Wembanyama, what a Luka Dončić return could mean to the Lakers and what tactical adjustments we could expect to see heading into Game Three.

This episode features a deep dive into the opening weekend of the NBA playoffs and player insights with expert analysis from Tobias Bass of The Athletic. They discuss the rockets struggles down 0-2 against the Lakers, the stagnation of the Rockets rebuild, the Spurs tied 1-1 in the wake of Victor Wembanyama's concussion and much more. Chapters00:00 Welcome and Introductions02:33 Analyzing the Houston Rockets' Struggles06:44 The Impact of Kevin Durant on the Rockets10:18 Rockets' Roster and Coaching Decisions13:42 The Need for a Point Guard18:07 LeBron's Evolution and Rockets' Challenges22:12 The Culture of Losing: A Deep Dive24:14 San Antonio Spurs: Young Talent and Challenges28:16 Team Chemistry: The Spurs vs. The Rockets30:45 Playoff Experience: The Key to Success34:32 Portland's Sneaky Potential: A Look at the Underdogs37:31 Coaching Dynamics: Experience vs. Youth39:40 Anticipating the Playoffs: Excitement and Unease45:36 The Rise of New Dynasties in Basketball46:28 The Evolution of Team Dynamics and Health47:28 Nostalgia for Past Eras of Basketball48:46 The Shift in Playing Styles and Strategies50:13 The Transition of NBA Stars and Future Faces51:29 The Impact of Analytics on the Game52:49 The Changing Personalities in Basketball54:16 The Need for a New Polarizing Superstar55:24 The Influence of Social Media on Player Perception01:00:05 The Mythical Nature of Emerging Players01:01:16 The Cultural Shift in Basketball's Competitive Spirit

In this episode, I speak with Alex Cattoni about her business evolution from client work to educational initiatives in copywriting and marketing. Anticipating a return to high-level strategy by 2026, she emphasizes keynote speaking and personal branding. Cattoni reflects on her transformative YouTube journey, her flagship course, and her mastermind program's growth, highlighting the importance of community over automated marketing. She addresses changes in consumer messaging post-COVID-19 and the value of live interactions in launches. Looking ahead, she shares excitement for her personal brand relaunch and discusses AI's role in enhancing human creativity and storytelling.Chapters:0:00 Introduction2:21 Evolution of Business Strategy5:55 Key Decisions in Business Growth11:34 Mastermind Structure and Dynamics13:31 Media Features and Recognition14:36 Trends in Launch Strategy21:11 Engagement in Marketing34:02 Successful Initiatives of 202537:17 Exciting Future Projects for 202643:46 The Role of AI in CreativityReady to finally turn your business idea into real sales? Our 8-week accelerator program Validate helps students launch and earn their first revenue, and we're gearing up to run it again this spring! Put your name on the waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens: https://gillianperkins.com/validateFREE Resources to Grow Your Online Business:The $100K Method Podcast Series: https://www.gillianperkins.com/the-100k-methodGrab our free course, Small Business 101: https://www.gillianperkins.com/small-business-101-free-opt-inWrite a Profit Plan for Your Business : http://gillianperkins.com/free-profit-plan Want to quit your job in the next 6-18 months with passive income from selling digital products online? Check out Startup Society.Have you already started your business, but it isn't generating consistent income? Schedule a free, 30-minute strategy session with our team to get unstuck!Work with Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind Get your online biz started with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.com Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com Instagram: @GillianZPerkins

The Utah Mammoth Analyst for SEG Media on Mammoth's game 1 loss to Vegas, Needed Adjustments for tomorrow's game 2, Anticipating first home playoff game on Friday + more

Au cœur de Paris, le Palais des Tuileries a longtemps été le théâtre du pouvoir français.Résidence royale, puis impériale, il a vu défiler les règnes de Louis XIV, Louis XVI, Napoléon Ier et Napoléon III.Lieu de fêtes, de décisions politiques, mais aussi de révolutions, il incarne à lui seul plusieurs siècles d'histoire de France.De la monarchie à la Révolution, de l'Empire à sa destruction lors de la Commune de Paris, les Tuileries racontent un pouvoir en constante transformation.Aujourd'hui disparu, le palais continue pourtant de marquer le paysage parisien et notre mémoire collective.Un lieu où l'histoire ne s'est pas seulement écrite mais mise en scène.#PalaisDesTuileries #HistoireDeFrance #ParisHistorique #Patrimoine #RévolutionFrançaise #Napoléon #LouisXVI #PodcastHistorique #RaconteMoiParis #Culture #HistoireDeParisAccompagnements musicaux: Lighter shades © Evert Z, The Return ©AlexanderNakarada, QuietTree ©Thoribass, Anticipating you ©Antony Vega, Sunrise ©Antony Vega, Special Times ©Antony Vega,Academy ©MrKey, Sleep- ©Scott Buckley Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Some psychologists say that anticipation of a desired event can often bring more happiness than experiencing the event itself. And if that's the case, can we conclude that planning a trip is even more fun that actually taking the trip? This episode from our archives was inspired by a recent article in the New York Times, Travel and the Art of Anticipation by Stephanie Rosenbloom. We muse about the so-called "happiness reset," the pleasure of anticipating travel, and the joys to be gleaned from reminiscing about past adventures. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Women navigating chronic illness and autoimmune illness face unpredictable flare ups.A research study from the University College London found something that changes everything we know about the impact of this unpredictability on the body.In this episode, you'll discover:Why uncertainty about your symptoms may be doing more damage than the symptoms themselvesHow the brain's response to unpredictability keeps the body in a chronic stress state it cannot switch offOne practical shift that begins to change your relationship with uncertainty — even before the symptoms changeIf you're not sure what your body is trying to tell you, this is where you start. Use my free ChatGPT prompt to identify the emotional patterns behind your symptoms in under 30 seconds. CLICK HERE.Here is the study discussed in this episode.de Berker, A., Rutledge, R., Mathys, C. et al. Computations of uncertainty mediate acute stress responses in humans. Nat Commun 7, 10996 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1038/ncomms10996For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ SERVES: DANIEL BURRUS TitleAnticipating the Future: Turning Disruption into Opportunity Opportunity TaglineThe future isn't something that happens—it's something you can see coming. April 14th | 7 PM ESTTopicFuturism, innovation, global trends, leadership, anticipating change, and turning disruption into opportunity.DescriptionIn this powerful and forward-thinking Teatime, Miss Liz welcomes Daniel Burrus, one of the world's leading futurists on global trends and disruptive innovation. Recognized by The New York Times as one of the top business gurus, Daniel has spent decades helping leaders and organizations anticipate change and transform uncertainty into opportunity. As the author of bestselling books like Flash Foresight and The Anticipatory Organization, Daniel introduces a powerful approach to identifying “Hard Trends”—future certainties that allow individuals and businesses to act with confidence rather than react with fear. With over 3,000 keynote presentations worldwide and clients including global giants like Microsoft, Google, and the U.S. Department of Health .“Welcome to Teatime with Miss Liz, where I don't serve a beverage — I serve real-life changemakers.Tonight, I sit with Daniel Burrus, a global futurist who shows us that the future is not something to fear—but something we can prepare for, understand, and shape.”Daniel reminds us that uncertainty doesn't have to hold us back. When we learn to anticipate change, we move from reacting to leading—creating opportunity, clarity, and growth in every area of life and business. Daniel Burrus is a world-renowned futurist, entrepreneur, and bestselling author specializing in global trends and disruptive innovation. Named a top business guru by The New York Times, he helps organizations anticipate change using his Hard Trend methodology, enabling leaders to transform uncertainty into opportunity and create future-focused strategies with confidence. His T-E-E MessageAnticipation • Certainty • OpportunityFuture-Focused • Practical Futurist • Trusted Advisor One WordTeacher Resources LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielburrus/ X: https://x.com/danielburrus YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/danburrus#TeatimeWithMissLiz#DanielBurrus#FutureThinking#DisruptiveInnovation#TranscendEmbraceEnvision

In this episode, James discusses his preparations for IndiCon, shares insights on planning gaming projects, and highlights what makes a great gaming event. He emphasizes the importance of good games, access to designers, and the power of community in enhancing the hobby experience. keywordsboard games, IndieCon, gaming events, game design, community, project planning, sports board games, game development, gaming industry, event tipsChapters00:00 Packing for IndieCon: Essential Gear and Games01:09 Selecting Games for Short Events and Travel02:29 Packing Light vs. Packing Too Much04:32 Introduction to the Episode and IndieCon04:54 Recap of Last Week's Episode and Project Adjustments06:08 Using ChatGPT for Project Brainstorming08:39 Developing a Wrestling Federation Project09:51 Storytelling and Building Rivalries in Projects11:59 Pivoting Plans and Flexibility in Projects12:20 News from Stone Mountain Press and New Releases13:42 Upcoming Baseball Games and New Releases15:01 Print vs. PDF Models and Industry Trends16:47 New Baseball and Sports Games on the Horizon17:57 Exciting Developments in Horse Racing and Tennis Games19:21 Updates from 49 Sports Games and New Seasons20:00 Struggling to Get Games to the Table20:57 Running a Baseball Tournament with Payoff Pitch23:26 Highlights from the Tournament and 1986 Baseball23:38 Getting Ready for IndieCon and Milestone Episode24:30 Live Show Plans from IndieCon25:52 Top 5 Elements of a Great Gaming Event28:23 The Importance of Designer Access and Conversations31:05 Creating Space for Conversations at Events32:04 Choosing Signature Sites for Gaming Events34:17 Signature Sites: Hotels, Museums, and Unique Locations36:05 The Power of Community and Like-Minded People37:46 Anticipating a Great IndieCon Experience39:33 Upcoming Milestones and Future Plans41:00 The Value of Live Events and Community Engagement

We discuss what effective leadership looks like across three organizational archetypes: product-led, business-led, and design-led companies with Sebastiano Armeli (Engineering Leadership @ Meta). Drawing from his leadership journey at places like  Meta, Spotify, Snap, and PayPal, Sebastiano deconstructs the situational leadership frameworks required to thrive in different environments. Plus we discuss how AI is moving managers from implementation to architecture, why the next bottleneck is managing the overhead of high-velocity experimentation, and the future of team topology where AI enables a single leader to oversee high-scale teams of 30–50 people. Whether you are scaling a design-driven startup or navigating a complex business-led enterprise, this conversation provides a framework for aligning your leadership style with your organization's core incentives.   ABOUT SEBASTIANO ARMELI Sebastiano Armeli is an engineering leader currently at Meta. He has previously served as a Director of Engineering at Upwork and held leadership roles at companies such as Pinterest, PayPal, Snap, and Spotify. His work has spanned diverse domains including shopping, crypto, messaging, video creation, and ads. Sebastiano is passionate about building healthy engineering cultures, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and supporting teams through periods of growth and change. He mentors engineering managers and senior engineers, enjoys speaking at conferences, and shares his perspectives on leadership in his Substack, The Healthy Engineering Leader. He also serves on the board of a community-owned grocery store. In all his work, Sebastiano takes a pragmatic, people-first approach to leadership, focusing on clarity, continuous improvement, and long-term impact.   This episode is brought to you by xMatters! xMatters automates the entire incident lifecycle with their purpose-built AI powered workflow, giving your team the context they need to stop disruptions before they start and minimize resolution times. Head over to xmatters.com to learn more!   SHOW NOTES: Deconstructing company archetypes: A framework for product-led organizations (2:03) Strategic leadership practices for succeeding in product-first cultures (7:33) Leveraging data and business metrics to influence product strategy (9:35) Case Study: The story and leadership lessons behind building Spotify's Ad Studio (11:12) Rapid prototyping: Applying a hackathon mindset to product development (13:16) How AI is reshaping product-led orgs: Clearing the feature backlog, scaling experimentation and velocity (16:01) Balancing iteration velocity and product quality with AI (18:12) Sebastiano's observations on effective leadership in business led orgs (19:49) Design-led dynamics: Anticipating the impact of AI on creative-first orgs (23:24) Maintaining engineering excellence within design-driven constraints (25:40) Cultivating high-alignment, valuable design partnerships (27:01) The role of metrics and data in design-focused decision making (28:33) Emerging AI capabilities enhancing leadership leverage (31:16) Scaling management: The potential for 30-50 person teams via AI assistance (33:58) The ethical imperative: Adopting AI responsibility within engineering teams (35:53) Rapid fire questions (37:12)   This episode wouldn't have been possible without the help of our incredible production team: Patrick Gallagher - Producer & Co-Host Jerry Li - Co-Host Noah Olberding - Associate Producer, Audio & Video Editor https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-olberding/ Dan Overheim - Audio Engineer, Dan's also an avid 3D printer - https://www.bnd3d.com/ Ellie Coggins Angus - Copywriter, Check out her other work at https://elliecoggins.com/about/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Why is the world suddenly craving cleaner, faith-centered entertainment?"In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter is joined by actor Bailey Chase to discuss his work with Angel Studios and the Homestead series. Bailey shares how his involvement with faith-centered storytelling developed, why clean entertainment matters for families, and what viewers can expect as the series continues.Bailey reflects on how meaningful it is to be part of projects that align with his faith and values while still delivering compelling action and drama. The conversation highlights the growing demand for entertainment that families can enjoy together without compromising content standards.Listeners will also hear behind-the-scenes insights about filming, the transition from film to series format, and how stories rooted in faith, community, and resilience are connecting with audiences.✨ Episode Topics Discussed• Bailey Chase's journey into faith-centered entertainment• Working with Angel Studios and the impact of purpose-driven storytelling• Why audiences are seeking cleaner, family-friendly content• Behind-the-scenes insights from the Homestead series• The transition from film to episodic storytelling• Themes of faith, community, and resilience in modern entertainment• Anticipating what's ahead in season two

Pastor Tim Greeno continues our Easter mini-series in the Gospel of Mark. Listen as Tim explains the cup of God's mercy that we receive by faith in Jesus, who drank the cup of God's wrath.

IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio dive into a busy week for films and film news. They break down what the box office success of "Project Hail Mary" means for star Ryan Gosling and the state of movie going, before taking a broad look at the disturbing success story of outgoing Warner Bros. CEO and current Hollywood pariah David Zazlav. Finally they review several upcoming films, debating how good the acting from Zendaya and Robert Pattinson is in "The Drama" to the latest Steven Soderbergh film "The Christophers" and more. Plus new indie studio Row K in crisis, and a peek at the Sonoma International Film Festival. What Zazlav's Rise to Power Means for Hollywood - https://www.indiewire.com/features/commentary/wall-street-killed-hollywood-warner-bros-1235185461/ Dive into the sound design of "Project Hail Mary" - https://www.indiewire.com/features/craft/project-hail-mary-sound-rocky-language-1235185641/ Row K Financial Problems, Explained - https://www.indiewire.com/features/commentary/row-k-financial-investigation-explained-1235185729/ 1:22 - Row K in Crisis 5:49 - "Project Hail Mary" Box Office 12:24 - Davis Zazlav's Disturbing Success 15:15 - Anticipating the Cannes lineup 18:05 - Steven Soderbergh's "The Christophers" 21:05 - New video game adaptation "Exit 8" 22:30 - Are Zendaya and Robert Pattinson good in "The Drama"? 29:15 - What to see this weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Marilyne Andersen, Director-General of GESDA explains how anticipatory science diplomacy works: gathering scientists' foresight, translating breakthroughs into policy and practice, and preparing society for disruptive technologies. The episode covers GESDA's Radar of 5–25-year futures, the Open Quantum Institute's “Quantum for All” approach, the importance of open science and inclusivity, training for decision‑makers, and the role of art in engaging the public. Explore the GESDA Science Breakthrough Radar®: https://radar.gesda.global/ Resources: Ask a Librarian! Where to listen to this episode  Apple podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-page/id1469021154 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10fp8ROoVdve0el88KyFLy YouTube: https://youtu.be/fSosq7RxZ2c Content    Guest: Marilyne Andersen https://www.gesda.global/team-member/marilyneandersen/ Hosts: Amy Smith and Wouter Schallier Production and editing: Amy Smith Recorded & produced at the United Nations Library & Archives Geneva 

Welcome to Sketching Up! Today, we explore the latest in Spider-Man trailers, movie and TV show insights, and favorite story arcs. We also cover recent Oscar highlights, Star Wars updates, and fan-favorite villains, providing deep dives into character relationships and industry trends.Subscribe to @SketchingUpPodTry Audible today — head to http://www.audibletrial.com/SchnabelStudiosto start your 30-day free trial and get reading#nintendo #mario #supermario #mariomovie #mariotrailer #supermarioodyssey #yoshi #retrogaming #backyardbaseball #pablosanchez #gaming #nintendoswitch #podcastFollow Sketching Up:Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/sketchinguppod/Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/sketchinguppod/TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@sketchinguppodVideo edited by Chris SchnabelEpisode Produced by Chris Schnabel and Matt TornettaMusic by Kyle ScottSketching Up is a Schnabel Studios Production.Chapters00:00 - Introduction03:27 - Dune 3 Trailer Excitement09:10 - Oscars Recap and Highlights13:54 - Spider-Man Brand New Day Trailer Drop20:38 - Best Spider-Man Story Arcs Discussion25:13 - The Impact of Storytelling in Gaming27:43 - Exploring Spider-Man's Villains36:17 - Spider-Man's Relationships and Character Dynamics46:31 - Anticipating the Future of Spider-Man Films48:57 - EndResourcesSpider-Man Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TZMtslA3UYSpider-Man Video Games (PS4) - https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/spider-man/Star Wars Clone Wars Series - https://www.starwars.com/series/star-wars-the-clone-warsOscars Official Site - https://www.oscars.org/Dune Series Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exampleMarvel's Spider-Man (PS4 Game) - https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/marvels-spider-man/

Michael Shaoul says back-end energy prices show that the market anticipates the U.S./Iran conflict to only be a 60-90 day disruption. He sees inflation ahead, but not the “stag” part of stagflation, reviewing the latest economic data. “So far, I don't think it's realistic to expect any impact” from energy prices, though “things could go wrong” over the next few months.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

We hope you enjoy today's Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation. Today's Bible reading is 1 Kings 9:1–9. To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional. Browse other resources from Ryan Kelly. ESV Bible narration read by Graeme Goldsworthy. Follow us on social media to stay up to date: Instagram Facebook Twitter

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Welcome to episode #1026 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). At a time when strategy has become a kind of corporate theater… carefully crafted presentations, ambitious roadmaps and bold declarations that rarely survive first contact with reality… Kevin Ertell has spent a career focused on the harder question: why execution so often fails. Kevin is the Founder and CEO of Mistere Advisory and a veteran operator whose three decades of experience include leading large-scale retail and e-commerce operations at global brands like Nike, Sur La Table, Borders, and Tower Records. Over the years he has developed a reputation as a straight-talking advisor who helps leaders turn complexity into clarity and ambition into measurable results. His work spans industries including technology, healthcare, retail, consumer goods and manufacturing, where he focuses on helping organizations align teams, simplify priorities and build the operating rhythms required to deliver on their plans. In his new book, The Strategy Trap - Why Companies Fail at Execution and How to Get It Right, Kevin draws on decades of frontline experience to tackle a frustrating reality of modern business: most strategies don't fail on paper… they fail in the real world. Through practical frameworks like his Six Cs of Execution (Co-creation, Clarity, Capacity, Communication, Coordination and Coaching) he argues that strategy and execution must begin in the same room, with teams co-creating the plan and committing to disciplined follow-through. Kevin explores how incentives shape behavior, why organizations must slow down to create clarity before accelerating, and how leadership cultures built around coaching and collaboration can unlock real momentum. Grounded in operational experience rather than theory, his work reframes strategy not as a planning exercise but as a team sport that requires alignment, accountability and relentless focus on execution. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 58:44. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Kevin Ertell. The Strategy Trap - Why Companies Fail at Execution and How to Get It Right. Mistere Advisory. Get The Strategy Trap newsletter. Follow Kevin on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Kevin Ertell and his Expertise. (02:51) - The Evolution of E-commerce and Digital Strategy. (06:03) - Understanding the Strategy Trap. (08:57) - The Importance of Execution in Strategy. (12:02) - Communication and Team Dynamics in Strategy. (14:47) - Co-Creation and Employee Engagement. (17:55) - The Role of Customers in Strategy. (21:04) - Defining the Strategy Trap and Its Implications. (30:01) - Navigating Change: The Role of Detractors in Strategy. (32:47) - The Rise and Fall of Retail Giants: Lessons from JCPenney. (40:58) - Harnessing AI: Transforming Strategy and Productivity. (49:01) - Coaching Mindset: The Key to Effective Leadership. (53:06) - Anticipating the Future: Understanding Change and Context.

Today, I'm joined by the insightful Courtney Van Bussum, a biomedical engineer and entrepreneur who has become a rising force in longevity science. Courtney shares how growing up in a family of healthcare innovators shaped her journey, and how she pivoted from startup life to tackling age-related challenges—especially when COVID brought her back to her roots and reignited her passion for cellular health. If you want to try Endotelio 1-MNA and save 10% click here and code NAT10 will be entered for you at checkout.    Episode Timestamps: Welcome and introduction to Longevity Podcast ... 00:00:00 Challenging beliefs about aging and cellular health ... 00:12:00 Deep dive into NAD+ biochemistry and cellular function ... 00:13:08 NAD+/NADH balance: Why both matter ... 00:15:24 Why NAD+ declines: Not just aging, but increased degradation ...00:18:26 The role of CD38 and NMNT enzymes in NAD metabolism ... 00:20:14 Controversy and confusion: NAD+ precursors (NR, NMN) and IVs ... 00:22:28 Methylation's hidden importance in NAD supplementation ... 00:30:55 Supplementing 1-MNA: Understanding dosages and applications ... 00:50:54 Assessing NAD+ status: Biomarkers and limitations of testing ... 00:53:01 Lifestyle ROI: Sleep, exercise, and circadian rhythm for NAD preservation ... 00:57:14 Ketones: Beyond performance, supporting cellular energy and longevity ... 01:06:03 Future of NAD science: Anticipating new insights and risks ... 01:11:45 Confidence and humility: Advice for navigating the longevity field ... 01:18:52   Our Amazing Sponsors: Qualia Creatine+ by Qualia Life – A clinically formulated blend of two highly bioavailable forms of creatine plus magnesium and electrolytes to support lean muscle, cellular energy, and brain health—especially for women over 40 who naturally produce less with age. Go to qualialife.com/nathalie and use code NATHALIE to save up to 50%, plus an additional 15% off.   Complete Liver Complex by LVLUP Health - supports your liver's natural detox pathways so your body can reset after the holidays without suffering. Go  to lvluphealth.com and use code NAT for 20% off. Gut Essentials Bundle by Just Thrive Health – This powerhouse duo pairs the only probiotic clinically proven to arrive 100% alive in your gut with science-backed Digestive Bitters to reduce bloat, curb cravings, and support better energy fast. Take the Just Thrive Feel Better Challenge and save 20% at justthrivehealth.com/NAT20 with code NAT20.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Dr. Bill Lawrence Episode

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Oklahoma City Thunder going on the road and beating the New York Knicks 103-100, JJ Reddick downplays the incident with Luka Doncic on the sideline, and Boston is anticipating Jayson Tatum’s return which will be the shortest recovery time since Rudy Gay and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 07:07 - Thunder beat Knicks17:01 - JJ Reddick down plays incident with Luka on sideline 27:30 - Boston anticipating Jayson Tatum’s return40:14 - Rich Paul and Max Kellerman argue about how well MJ would perform in this era57:05 - Mr. Tendernism joins the show! (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, I Twisted My Ankle. Yes, I Peed a Little Patricia Young (she/her) explores how change— even neutral change — can feel dysregulating, especially for autistic and neurodivergent people. From shifting family schedules and unexpected travel changes to navigating awkward neighbor dynamics and social gray areas, she shares real-life examples of practicing flexibility instead of binary thinking. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE ·       Why neutral change can still feel deeply dysregulating ·       The nervous system impact of shifting routines ·       Family schedule changes and the emotional whiplash that can follow ·       Anticipating the worst when others are gone ·       Grumbly thinking vs. reality when loved ones return ·       The binary autistic brain: all-or-nothing thinking patterns ·       Practicing middle ground instead of rigidity ·       Adjusting dog-walking routines without spiraling ·       Letting your body rest without labeling it as failure ·       Listening to fatigue cues after high-output days ·       Using structure for regulation without becoming trapped by it ·       Creating supportive environments (like curating a digital photo frame) ·       Finding connection through shared routines (AquaFit, food, walking dogs) ·       Traveling compatibility and how that reveals relational ease ·       Learning to self-regulate instead of outsourcing emotional regulation ·       Missing daily co-regulation but recognizing growth ·       Letting go of shame around aging-body moments (the sneeze/cough reality) ·       Neighbor conflict and not over-personalizing hostility ·       Rejection sensitivity and the meaning we attach to social behavior ·       Practicing social gray areas: cordial vs. friend vs. enemy SOUND BITES  · "Change isn't good or bad. But it can still be hard." · "Just because I feel grumbly doesn't mean that's the truth." · "It doesn't have to be all or nothing. There is a middle ground." · "It's not a failure to rest. It's listening to my body."   SENSITIVITY IS NOTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR; IT'S HOW YOUR BRAIN IS WIRED You are not broken. You were shaped by systems that weren't built for you. You deserve rest, joy, and support exactly as you are. PODCAST HOST Patricia Young (she/her) was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 17 years, but she is now exclusively providing coaching. She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), then learning she is AuDHD with a PDA profile, OCD and RSD, helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcasts Unapologetically Sensitive and Unapologetically AuDHD to help other neurodivergent folks know that they aren't alone, and that having a brain that is wired differently comes with amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for neurodivergent folks that focus on understanding what it means to be a sensitive neurodivergent. Topics covered include: self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors you Patricia's website, podcast episodes and more: www.unapologeticallysensitive.com LINKS  To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select "listen on Apple Podcasts" chose "open in itunes" choose "ratings and reviews" click to rate the number of starts click "write a review" Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv Unapologetically AuDHD Podcast-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/unapologeticallyaudhd/ e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com