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Welcome to the American Railroading Podcast! In this Fun Rail Excursions episode our host Don Walsh is joined by guest Mary Jo Naschke, Director of Marketing for the Galveston Railroad Museum in Galveston, TX. Together they discuss the history of Galveston as a major port city in a young and growing United States in the 1800's and the vital importance the railroad played in Galveston and beyond in the southwest United States. They also go through all the wonderful exhibits at the museum, the education offered, the beautiful venues available, their upcoming events as the holidays approach, and much more. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and broaden your understanding of American Railroading! You can find this episode and more on the American Railroading Podcast's official website at www.AmericanRailroading.net , and watch our YouTube Channel at the link below. Welcome aboard!KEY POINTS: The American Railroading Podcast remains in the Top 10% of all podcasts globally, now downloaded in 55 countries around the world!The podcast has experienced incredible growth in the last month, including a 200% increase in audio and video downloads!Founded in 1838, Galveston, an island port city in Texas, quickly became the major hub for trade and immigration for not only Texas, but the entire southwest United States.Galveston was the home of the first operating railroad in Texas, founded in 1850.After the devastating hurricane of 1900 that damaged nearly every building on Galveston island and took thousands of lives, the railroad bridge was the only bridge that remained standing that connected the island of Galveston to Houston.Founded in 1982 by Mary Moody, supported by the Moody Foundation, the Galveston Railroad Museum was created to preserve the history of railroading in Galveston and the effect it had on Texas and beyond.Don and Mary Jo go through all the wonderful exhibits, many of which are interactive; the education the museum offers all ages, which includes college internships; the venues on site for weddings, birthdays and corporate events; and the rail hotel which you can stay at on-site.The museum has several upcoming events which include ghost tours, The Ghostly Feather interactive mystery, the Rail Baron's Ball which is an evening of fundraising that includes amazing silent and live auction items, and The Polar Express which actually leaves the station and requires pajamas and a love for hot chocolate.Please submit your favorite veteran of our U.S. Armed Forces currently in or retired from the rail industry for our 3rd Annual – American Railroading Podcast - Honor our Heroes Award, sponsored by our friends at Boots for Troops in Tomball, TX. by 09/12/25. Details given in the episode.If you like what we do, please leave us a 5-Star Review!LINKS MENTIONED: https://www.americanrailroading.nethttps://www.therevolutionrailgroup.com https://www.youtube.com/@americanrailroadingpodcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dwalshX https://www.enviroserve.com https://www.galvestonrrmuseum.org

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 Show SummaryOn today's episode, we feature a conversation with Dr. Qwynn Galloway – Salazar, Senior Vice President of Engagement and Transformation at PsychArmor and founder and CEO of In Their Honor, an organization that supports veterans and those who care for them through the end of life.  Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you about the show. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about the show in this short feedback survey. By doing so, you will be entered to receive a signed copy of one of our host's three books on military and veteran mental health. About Today's GuestDr. Qwynn Galloway-Salazar is a veteran of the United States Army (01-06) and spouse to a retired combat Veteran. Her work has spanned the last 20 years, supporting our Nation's Military and Veteran communities. As the founder of In Their Honor, LLC, Qwynn serves as an End-of-Life Doula and Trainer. This Spring, she is slated to roll out state-specific training for End-of-Life Professionals supporting Veterans and their Caregivers; and training specifically geared towards the Veteran Caregiver community. In addition, serving as the Co-Principal Investigator of the Brooklyn College Veterans History Project, Qwynn conducts oral history interviews of Veterans, listening to how Veterans make meaning of their experiences and sharing with larger audiences. She believes, as a society, the way we make sense of the Veteran experience shapes the care and support future generations of Veterans receive.While blending her heart work with her head work, her doctoral dissertation entitled “Post-9/11 Women Veterans' Experiences Transitioning Into the Civilian Workforce” landed her the opportunity to serve as a qualitative researcher for the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), § 9104, Study on Unemployment Rate of Women Veterans Who Served on Active Duty in the Armed Forces after September 11, 2001. Along with co-authoring a chapter on “Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue” in Veteran care providers.Qwynn earned her Ph.D. from Walden University, specializing in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling and a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice. She serves on the Board of Directors for the American Association of Suicidology and the Advisory Board of the Veterans Studies Association.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeDr. Qwynn Galloway – Salazar on LinkedInIn Their Honor web site PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor Course Library. Whether you're a health care provider, educator, employer, caregiver, or simply someone who wants to make a difference — PsychArmor courses are designed for you.  You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/collections Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

LSAT Demon Teacher Abhi, Demon Veteran Liaison Damon, and former Demon student Jasper, all veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces, discuss best practices for veterans transitioning from the military to the law school admissions process.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments.Watch this episode on YouTube!Check out opportunities for veterans at Service to School.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoNo Peace In Sight After Putin, Trump Nearly 3hrs Meeting In Alaskahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/no-peace-in-sight-after-putin-trump-nearly-3hrs-meeting-in-alaska/16/08/2025/#Issues #Nawrocki #Poland #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 16, 2025 5:48 pm There is still no peace in sight after nearly three hours of meeting held in Anchorage city in Alaska, a state in the United States, US, between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States, over the war Russia launched since 2022 in Ukraine which has led to thousands of deaths mostly Ukrainians, which, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine who was not invited for the meeting on Friday in a statement said that it was time to end the war but Russia must take the necessary steps to a genuine peace deal, and while commenting on the statement made by the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki on Friday via X social media platform to mark Poland Armed Forces Day which coincided with the day Putin and Trump met in Alaska, President Zelenskyy said that; “Ukraine's independence strengthens Poland's independence, And we must always remember that the Miracle on the Vistula was made possible through joint efforts, and it saved Europe”, and the Polish President, Karol Nawrocki had said that: “Today we celebrate the 105th anniversary of the great Polish victory at the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, The Polish Army, together with Ukrainian forces, successfully repelled the Red Army's westward march, safeguarding Europe from a communist revolution, For centuries, Russian imperialism has been a mortal threat to our freedom, Poland's political tradition teaches that Russian expansionism rests on a legacy of domestic despotism, in which the only free man is the ruler himself, But precisely because Russian despotism is the enemy of freedom, Russian imperialism can only be defeated through an alliance of free peoples, My nation halted Russian imperialism at Orsha (1514), Klushino (1610) and Warsaw (1920)”. #OsazuwaAkonedoPeter Obi Faults President Tinubu Trip To Brazil, Frequent Foreign Travelhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/peter-obi-faults-president-tinubu-trip-to-brazil-frequent-foreign-travel/15/08/2025/#Politics #Brazil #Lulu #Obi #Tinubu ©August 15th, 2025 ®August 15, 2025 1:47 pm Co-contestants in the last concluded general elections in Nigeria and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu trip to Brazil and also condemned the President frequent travel abroad at any slightest invitation and abandoned  pressing issues of insecurity and other deplorable situations that make the Nation bleeds, specifically, Peter Obi said; “the situation we findBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoNo Peace In Sight After Putin, Trump Nearly 3hrs Meeting In Alaskahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/no-peace-in-sight-after-putin-trump-nearly-3hrs-meeting-in-alaska/16/08/2025/#Issues #Nawrocki #Poland #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 16, 2025 5:48 pm There is still no peace in sight after nearly three hours of meeting held in Anchorage city in Alaska, a state in the United States, US, between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States, over the war Russia launched since 2022 in Ukraine which has led to thousands of deaths mostly Ukrainians, which, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine who was not invited for the meeting on Friday in a statement said that it was time to end the war but Russia must take the necessary steps to a genuine peace deal, and while commenting on the statement made by the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki on Friday via X social media platform to mark Poland Armed Forces Day which coincided with the day Putin and Trump met in Alaska, President Zelenskyy said that; “Ukraine's independence strengthens Poland's independence, And we must always remember that the Miracle on the Vistula was made possible through joint efforts, and it saved Europe”, and the Polish President, Karol Nawrocki had said that: “Today we celebrate the 105th anniversary of the great Polish victory at the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, The Polish Army, together with Ukrainian forces, successfully repelled the Red Army's westward march, safeguarding Europe from a communist revolution, For centuries, Russian imperialism has been a mortal threat to our freedom, Poland's political tradition teaches that Russian expansionism rests on a legacy of domestic despotism, in which the only free man is the ruler himself, But precisely because Russian despotism is the enemy of freedom, Russian imperialism can only be defeated through an alliance of free peoples, My nation halted Russian imperialism at Orsha (1514), Klushino (1610) and Warsaw (1920)”. #OsazuwaAkonedoPeter Obi Faults President Tinubu Trip To Brazil, Frequent Foreign Travelhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/peter-obi-faults-president-tinubu-trip-to-brazil-frequent-foreign-travel/15/08/2025/#Politics #Brazil #Lulu #Obi #Tinubu ©August 15th, 2025 ®August 15, 2025 1:47 pm Co-contestants in the last concluded general elections in Nigeria and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu trip to Brazil and also condemned the President frequent travel abroad at any slightest invitation and abandoned  pressing issues of insecurity and other deplorable situations that make the Nation bleeds, specifically, Peter Obi said; “the situation we findBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoNo Peace In Sight After Putin, Trump Nearly 3hrs Meeting In Alaskahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/no-peace-in-sight-after-putin-trump-nearly-3hrs-meeting-in-alaska/16/08/2025/#Issues #Nawrocki #Poland #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 16, 2025 5:48 pm There is still no peace in sight after nearly three hours of meeting held in Anchorage city in Alaska, a state in the United States, US, between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States, over the war Russia launched since 2022 in Ukraine which has led to thousands of deaths mostly Ukrainians, which, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine who was not invited for the meeting on Friday in a statement said that it was time to end the war but Russia must take the necessary steps to a genuine peace deal, and while commenting on the statement made by the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki on Friday via X social media platform to mark Poland Armed Forces Day which coincided with the day Putin and Trump met in Alaska, President Zelenskyy said that; “Ukraine's independence strengthens Poland's independence, And we must always remember that the Miracle on the Vistula was made possible through joint efforts, and it saved Europe”, and the Polish President, Karol Nawrocki had said that: “Today we celebrate the 105th anniversary of the great Polish victory at the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, The Polish Army, together with Ukrainian forces, successfully repelled the Red Army's westward march, safeguarding Europe from a communist revolution, For centuries, Russian imperialism has been a mortal threat to our freedom, Poland's political tradition teaches that Russian expansionism rests on a legacy of domestic despotism, in which the only free man is the ruler himself, But precisely because Russian despotism is the enemy of freedom, Russian imperialism can only be defeated through an alliance of free peoples, My nation halted Russian imperialism at Orsha (1514), Klushino (1610) and Warsaw (1920)”. #OsazuwaAkonedoPeter Obi Faults President Tinubu Trip To Brazil, Frequent Foreign Travelhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/peter-obi-faults-president-tinubu-trip-to-brazil-frequent-foreign-travel/15/08/2025/#Politics #Brazil #Lulu #Obi #Tinubu ©August 15th, 2025 ®August 15, 2025 1:47 pm Co-contestants in the last concluded general elections in Nigeria and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu trip to Brazil and also condemned the President frequent travel abroad at any slightest invitation and abandoned  pressing issues of insecurity and other deplorable situations that make the Nation bleeds, specifically, Peter Obi said; “the situation we findBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoNo Peace In Sight After Putin, Trump Nearly 3hrs Meeting In Alaskahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/no-peace-in-sight-after-putin-trump-nearly-3hrs-meeting-in-alaska/16/08/2025/#Issues #Nawrocki #Poland #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 16, 2025 5:48 pm There is still no peace in sight after nearly three hours of meeting held in Anchorage city in Alaska, a state in the United States, US, between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States, over the war Russia launched since 2022 in Ukraine which has led to thousands of deaths mostly Ukrainians, which, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine who was not invited for the meeting on Friday in a statement said that it was time to end the war but Russia must take the necessary steps to a genuine peace deal, and while commenting on the statement made by the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki on Friday via X social media platform to mark Poland Armed Forces Day which coincided with the day Putin and Trump met in Alaska, President Zelenskyy said that; “Ukraine's independence strengthens Poland's independence, And we must always remember that the Miracle on the Vistula was made possible through joint efforts, and it saved Europe”, and the Polish President, Karol Nawrocki had said that: “Today we celebrate the 105th anniversary of the great Polish victory at the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, The Polish Army, together with Ukrainian forces, successfully repelled the Red Army's westward march, safeguarding Europe from a communist revolution, For centuries, Russian imperialism has been a mortal threat to our freedom, Poland's political tradition teaches that Russian expansionism rests on a legacy of domestic despotism, in which the only free man is the ruler himself, But precisely because Russian despotism is the enemy of freedom, Russian imperialism can only be defeated through an alliance of free peoples, My nation halted Russian imperialism at Orsha (1514), Klushino (1610) and Warsaw (1920)”. #OsazuwaAkonedoPeter Obi Faults President Tinubu Trip To Brazil, Frequent Foreign Travelhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/peter-obi-faults-president-tinubu-trip-to-brazil-frequent-foreign-travel/15/08/2025/#Politics #Brazil #Lulu #Obi #Tinubu ©August 15th, 2025 ®August 15, 2025 1:47 pm Co-contestants in the last concluded general elections in Nigeria and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu trip to Brazil and also condemned the President frequent travel abroad at any slightest invitation and abandoned  pressing issues of insecurity and other deplorable situations that make the Nation bleeds, specifically, Peter Obi said; “the situation we findBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoNo Peace In Sight After Putin, Trump Nearly 3hrs Meeting In Alaskahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/no-peace-in-sight-after-putin-trump-nearly-3hrs-meeting-in-alaska/16/08/2025/#Issues #Nawrocki #Poland #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 16, 2025 5:48 pm There is still no peace in sight after nearly three hours of meeting held in Anchorage city in Alaska, a state in the United States, US, between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States, over the war Russia launched since 2022 in Ukraine which has led to thousands of deaths mostly Ukrainians, which, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine who was not invited for the meeting on Friday in a statement said that it was time to end the war but Russia must take the necessary steps to a genuine peace deal, and while commenting on the statement made by the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki on Friday via X social media platform to mark Poland Armed Forces Day which coincided with the day Putin and Trump met in Alaska, President Zelenskyy said that; “Ukraine's independence strengthens Poland's independence, And we must always remember that the Miracle on the Vistula was made possible through joint efforts, and it saved Europe”, and the Polish President, Karol Nawrocki had said that: “Today we celebrate the 105th anniversary of the great Polish victory at the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, The Polish Army, together with Ukrainian forces, successfully repelled the Red Army's westward march, safeguarding Europe from a communist revolution, For centuries, Russian imperialism has been a mortal threat to our freedom, Poland's political tradition teaches that Russian expansionism rests on a legacy of domestic despotism, in which the only free man is the ruler himself, But precisely because Russian despotism is the enemy of freedom, Russian imperialism can only be defeated through an alliance of free peoples, My nation halted Russian imperialism at Orsha (1514), Klushino (1610) and Warsaw (1920)”. #OsazuwaAkonedoPeter Obi Faults President Tinubu Trip To Brazil, Frequent Foreign Travelhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/peter-obi-faults-president-tinubu-trip-to-brazil-frequent-foreign-travel/15/08/2025/#Politics #Brazil #Lulu #Obi #Tinubu ©August 15th, 2025 ®August 15, 2025 1:47 pm Co-contestants in the last concluded general elections in Nigeria and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu trip to Brazil and also condemned the President frequent travel abroad at any slightest invitation and abandoned  pressing issues of insecurity and other deplorable situations that make the Nation bleeds, specifically, Peter Obi said; “the situation we findBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

How much life insurance do military servicemembers need? What about military spouses? Is SGLI enough? In this episode, Spencer Reese and Jamie sit down with Jerry Quinn, a 40-year Army veteran and executive at Armed Forces Mutual (formerly AAFMAA - American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association), to discuss everything military families need to know about life insurance. Topics Covered: SGLI (Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance) Understanding the $500,000 term policy for service members Spouse coverage rider ($100,000) Coverage for Guard and Reserve members What happens to SGLI after military separation Life Insurance Planning Strategies The DIME-L method for calculating coverage needs: Debt Income replacement Mortgage Education Legacy "10x income" rule of thumb Stacking multiple insurance policies for comprehensive coverage Term vs. whole life insurance considerations Armed Forces Mutual Services No war clause or aviation clause coverage Survivor Assistance Services (SAS) program Death claim processing (often under 30 days) Special 501(c)(23) nonprofit status Transition Planning When to apply for life insurance before leaving military service Health considerations and timing Converting from SGLI to civilian coverage Resources Mentioned: Armed Forces Mutual Website: AAFMAA.com Military Survivor Planning Checklist (available with free subscription) Life Insurance Calculators (on AAFMAA website) Career Accession Program (CAP) Loan: $5,000 at 2.5% fixed rate for 60 months Additional Resources: Daniel Kopp, CFP: Wise Stewardship Financial Planning Specialist in military widow/widower financial planning Military to Financial Planner Podcast Military Aid Societies: Army Emergency Relief Society Air Force Aid Society Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Key Takeaways: SGLI is an excellent deal at ~$30/month for $500,000 coverage Many military families need supplemental life insurance beyond SGLI Apply for additional coverage 6-12 months before military separation Update beneficiary designations regularly Armed Forces Mutual provides specialized support for Gold Star families About the Guest: Jerry Quinn served 40 years in the U.S. Army (7 years active duty, 33 years National Guard), retiring as a Field Artillery Officer in June 2025. He now serves as an executive at Armed Forces Mutual, a 146-year-old organization exclusively serving military and veteran families with specialized life insurance products and survivor assistance services. Contact Information: Armed Forces Mutual Website: AAFMAA.com Social Media: LinkedIn, Instagram (@armedforcesmutual) Subscribe for free resources and calculators Hosts: Spencer Jamie For those needing immediate assistance with military survivor benefits and life insurance claims, Armed Forces Mutual's Survivor Assistance Services team provides comprehensive support including VA claims coordination, DFAS benefit reconciliation, and burial assistance guidance. Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 19,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. Want to be confident with your TSP investing? Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.  

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoNo Peace In Sight After Putin, Trump Nearly 3hrs Meeting In Alaskahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/no-peace-in-sight-after-putin-trump-nearly-3hrs-meeting-in-alaska/16/08/2025/#Issues #Nawrocki #Poland #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 16, 2025 5:48 pm There is still no peace in sight after nearly three hours of meeting held in Anchorage city in Alaska, a state in the United States, US, between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States, over the war Russia launched since 2022 in Ukraine which has led to thousands of deaths mostly Ukrainians, which, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine who was not invited for the meeting on Friday in a statement said that it was time to end the war but Russia must take the necessary steps to a genuine peace deal, and while commenting on the statement made by the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki on Friday via X social media platform to mark Poland Armed Forces Day which coincided with the day Putin and Trump met in Alaska, President Zelenskyy said that; “Ukraine's independence strengthens Poland's independence, And we must always remember that the Miracle on the Vistula was made possible through joint efforts, and it saved Europe”, and the Polish President, Karol Nawrocki had said that: “Today we celebrate the 105th anniversary of the great Polish victory at the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, The Polish Army, together with Ukrainian forces, successfully repelled the Red Army's westward march, safeguarding Europe from a communist revolution, For centuries, Russian imperialism has been a mortal threat to our freedom, Poland's political tradition teaches that Russian expansionism rests on a legacy of domestic despotism, in which the only free man is the ruler himself, But precisely because Russian despotism is the enemy of freedom, Russian imperialism can only be defeated through an alliance of free peoples, My nation halted Russian imperialism at Orsha (1514), Klushino (1610) and Warsaw (1920)”. #OsazuwaAkonedoPeter Obi Faults President Tinubu Trip To Brazil, Frequent Foreign Travelhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/peter-obi-faults-president-tinubu-trip-to-brazil-frequent-foreign-travel/15/08/2025/#Politics #Brazil #Lulu #Obi #Tinubu ©August 15th, 2025 ®August 15, 2025 1:47 pm Co-contestants in the last concluded general elections in Nigeria and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu trip to Brazil and also condemned the President frequent travel abroad at any slightest invitation and abandoned  pressing issues of insecurity and other deplorable situations that make the Nation bleeds, specifically, Peter Obi said; “the situation we findBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

IDF Confirms Massive Strikes In Yemen, Houthis Says Israel Soldiers Retreathttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/idf-confirms-massive-strikes-in-yemen-houthis-says-israel-soldiers-retreat/24/08/2025/#Breaking News #Israel #Sanaa #Yemen ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 8:12 pm Israel Defense Forces, IDF has confirmed that the Middle East country soldiers carried out massive air strikes on multiple locations in Yemen capital of Sanaa on Sunday, while Nasruddin Amer, the Chairman of Yemen's Saba News Agency and the Vice President of the Media authority of Ansar Allah Movement that has Houthis group as one of its organisations said the air defenses were able to thwart the majority of the Israeli attacks and confronted several of its combat formations, which he said forced Israeli soldiers to retreat, with the Houthis fighters using locally manufactured air defense systems. #OsazuwaAkonedoMan Conspires With Friend, Kidnap Self In Nigeriahttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/man-conspires-with-friend-kidnap-self-in-nigeria/24/08/2025/#Life #Aniocha #Asaba #Delta #Gwamnishu #IsseleUku #Nwoko #Ugboko ©August 24th, 2025 ®August 24, 2025 7:10 am A young man from Delta State in the oil rich Niger Delta region in Nigeria has been arrested after he conspired with his friend to fake a kidnapping to get money from his family in order to be able to travel abroad, the young man was seen in a video the alleged kidnapper sent to his family, threatened to be killed with a cutlass placed on his neck by the suspected fake kidnapper who is also a native and indigene of Delta State but faked his voice to sound like an Hausa Fulani man from Northern Nigeria, according to one of the popular human rights activists against insecurity in the West Africa country, Harrison Gwamnishu, the two suspects were arrested inside the bush after intelligence gathering indicated that the kidnapping was not genuine, adding that they were not mobilized by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial zone who had said in a press statement that the “father of the supposed victim, together with two members of the Idumuje Ugboko community, reached out to me, I also spoke with the victim's brothers, as well as the police in Issele-Uku and Asaba, in addition, I contacted and mobilized the Idumuje Ugboko Vigilante group and held discussions with my police contacts in Asaba, giving clear instructions to track the kidnappers and ensure the safe rescue of the victim, throughout the operation, I received tracking updates and was kept informed of the rescue movements from Asaba to Issele-Uku until the eventual arrests were made”, in an earlier post, Harrison Gwamnishu had said that; “for clarity, I do not know who he claims he mobilized for a rescue mission, I also do not know what he meant by saying he mobilized the Police and Local Vigilantes, I personally fueled three vehicles, paid other logistics for the operation he's claiming he mobilized”. #OsazuwaAkonedoSoludo Sacks 8 Vigilantes Over Corps Member Assaulted To Complete Nakednesshttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/soludo-sacks-8-vigilantes-over-corps-member-assaulted-to-complete-nakedness/20/08/2025/#Breaking News #Agunechemba #Anambra #NYSC #oba #Soludo ©August 20th, 2025 ®August 20, 2025 5:21 pm Anambra state Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed eight members of the state special vigilante group known as Agunechemba after the sacked security operatives were seen in a now viral video allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps, NYSC member, Jennifer Elobor to the level of complete nakedness after they torn her clothes and continued assaulting her even when they observed during the process nothing more was covering any part of her body, this, the dismissed vigilantes did after they allegedly chased some young men on motorcycles they claimed were members of a secret cult to the victim's compound at Oba community in Idemili South local government area of Anambra State on July 23, 2025. #OsazuwaAkonedoIbom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

Ibom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

Ibom Air Staff Injured My Private Part - Attacked Passenger Emmansonhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/ibom-air-staff-injured-my-private-part-attacked-passenger-emmanson/18/08/2025/#Issues #Emmanson #IbomAir #Lagos #Uyo ©August 18th, 2025 ®August 18, 2025 5:14 pm Comfort Emmanson Bob, the 26 years old female passenger that was recently seen on viral video allegedly attacked and provoked to action has said that she sustained injuries in her private part when  a yet to be identified Ibom Air Staff pulled off her shirt and exposed her nakedness at Lagos Airport, this, according to Comfort, the shirt torn while she was been carried out from the aircraft was her inner wear that was pinned together below her private part, saying, the Ibom Air hostess, had allegedly broke her phone, necklace and forcefully removed her wig hair from her head which caused her a severe sharp pain, and as a result of the pain, she hit the air hostess on the cheek, adding, she became more aggressive when she saw the airport staff video recording her nakedness while she was battling to cover her body as a result of her shirt that was torn with her chest sexual organs completely exposed. #OsazuwaAkonedoNigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoWe Know, Coming Days, Russia May Increase Attacks - Zelenskyyhttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/we-know-coming-days-russia-may-increase-attacks-zelenskyy/16/08/2025/#Breaking News #Putin #Russia #Trump #Ukraine #US #Zelenskyy ©August 16th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 11:02 am Following the meeting of President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Donald Trump of the United States on Friday in Alaska, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he knows the treachery of President Putin, that, in the coming days, Russia soldiers may try to increase pressure and strikes against Ukrainian positions in order to create more favorable political circumstances for talks with global actors, Zelenskyy made this statement some hours ago while stating that Ukrainian soldiers have achieved some successes in Donetsk region, especially in the areas of Dobropillia and Pokrovsk, then, ordered the Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi to speak with combat commanders that Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance to the enemy. #OsazuwaAkonedoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

Today Justin sits down with Dr. Aviva Guttmann. Aviva has worked as a visiting researcher in war studies in King's Intelligence and Security Group, and a Marie Curie senior researcher at the Center for War Studies at Southern Denmark University. She's also worked for the Swiss Embassy in Nigeria and the Geneva Center for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces where she managed product projects on police cooperation in the Western Balkans. She's currently a lecturer in strategy and intelligence at Aberystwyth University in Wales. Aviva is also the founding founder and chair of the Women's Intelligence Network, which connects and promotes women, scholars and practitioners in the field of intelligence studies. She's here today to discuss the story of how Israeli operations targeting the Black September terror group following the Munich Olympics massacre, where aided both wittingly and unwittingly by European intelligence agencies. Connect with Aviva:Bluesky: @guttmannaviva.bsky.socialTwitter/X: @guttmannavivaCheck out the book, Operation Wrath of God: The Secret History of European Intelligence and Mossad's Assassination Campaign, here.https://a.co/d/5R2vvUxConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.Support the show

Nigeria Captures US, UK, UN Wanted Terrorists' Leadershttps://osazuwaakonedo.news/nigeria-captures-us-uk-un-wanted-terrorists-leaders/17/08/2025/#Breaking News #AFN #BurkinaFaso #Mali #Niger #Nigeria #Ribadu #UK #UN #US ©August 17th, 2025 ®August 17, 2025 3:56 pm Leaders of the Nigeria affiliates of Al-Qaeda international terrorist group, known as Ansaru and Mahmuda have been captured by men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, after two months of intelligence led special operations in Northern Nigeria, the West Africa nation National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu stated this at a press conference with the nation security chiefs, saying, the two arrested suspected terrorists leaders have cells across the country where they have been executing various crimes of armed robbery in addition to raise funds for their terrorist activities. #OsazuwaAkonedoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/osazuwaakonedo--4980924/support.

In today's war diary, Alexander Shelest and Alexey Arestovich discussed the main news on the 1264th day of war:858,167 views Streamed live on Aug 12, 2025 #ttsk #azov #zelensky➤ 00:00 Alexander Shelest: broadcast format. Poll: will peace come to Ukraine after the summit in Alaska?➤ 02:40 Current intentions of political leaders: Putin, Trump, Zelensky. Politics of Europe and Great Britain.➤ 10:15 It is safe to protest against Zelensky in Ukraine.Whom is this signal for?➤ 13:13 What is a territorial exchange? The extent of Putin's concessions may surprise us.➤ 16:40 How ready are Europe and Britain to support Ukraine without US funding?➤ 18:55 Preparing for the elections in Ukraine: parties of war and peace. Who and what will Ukrainians vote for?➤ 25:20 Zelensky's powers are leading him to political death.➤ 28:50 We need a peace party to return to the basic settings of a neutral state and resume normal relations with neighbors.➤ 29:24 Pre-election commercials of the war party: "And mine is in Azov".➤ 30:30 How will Zelensky's fiasco end?➤ 32:40 Goncharenko on the tapes from Mindich's apartment: how can the president park 5 billion euros in crypto? Zelensky is a corrupt official for Europe.➤ 36:18 Is the power of the war party in Ukraine independent?➤ 39:40 The peace party has every chance of winning against the backdrop of the decision that may be made on August 15 by Trump and Putin.➤ 40:40 Is Russia a governable and independent country and will it be able to lift sanctions on politicians?➤ 43:43 Russia will be able to be satisfied with Ukrainian regions without large cities.➤ 45:50 About Maryana Bezuglya and the breakthrough on the Kramatorsk-Dobropolye front.➤ 50:05 Pokrovsk, Kupyansk, Toretsk, Konstantinovka, Serebryanskoye forestry.➤ 53:00 Unpleasant news for Ukraine: the Russian command thinks that they have enough funds to continue active offensive actions in four directions.➤ 56:00 Offensive impulses of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: what can Zelensky do before the summit in Alaska?Olexiy Arestovych (Kiev): Advisor to the Office of Ukraine President : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oleksiy_ArestovychOfficial channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjWy2g76QZf7QLEwx4cB46gAlexander Shelest - Ukranian journalist. Youtube: @a.shelest   Telegram: https://t.me/shelestlive

Comedy on a MondayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, It Pays to be Ignorant, originally broadcast August 11, 1944. 81 years ago.  An Armed Forces rebroadcast of the crazy Comedy Quiz show. Followed by The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast August 11, 1957, 68 years ago, Orville the Moon Man.   A flying saucer is captured and a moon man is interviewed. Prof. Herman Horn lectures on Hi Fi. Then, Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast August 11, 1948, 77 years ago, Lou is a delegate to the UN?  Costello almost gets a part acting in a movie with Katharine Hepburn and then gets an offer to work for the U.N. as a diplomat. Followed by A Date with Judy starring Dellie Ellis (aka Joan Lorring), originally broadcast August 11, 1942, 83 years ago, Aunt Lilly Needs a Date. Aunt Lily is coming for a visit, so Judy tries to get a date for her. The program ends with a dramatized plea to buy war bonds.Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast August 11, 1942, 83 years ago, Genealogical Trace on the Baby. Lum has bought a horse. Squire Skimp has hired a company in Chicago to do a genealogical search of the baby's coat of arms. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

A coach who worked with eight-year-old tennis hopeful Vicky Mboko tells us the now-eighteen year old's victory at the National Bank Open last night left her energized and inspired.As wildfires continue to burn in Newfoundland and Labrador, the president of the provincial fire services association weighs in on the push for a national forest fire coordination agency.Transgender people serving in the U.S. Armed Forces were already being forced out of service. Now, those in the Air Force who were relying on early retirement have been told they aren't eligible. The invasive Asian hornet is bad news for honeybees in Europe -- thanks to their tendency to consume them. But new research into the sounds their hives make -- is giving researchers hope.A new study of cockatoos finds they've got even more dance moves than we knew, but their taste in music is somewhat less impressive... given researchers found they were just as likely to bust a move to a finance podcast as they were to a dance anthem.A Chicago artist is causing a stir -- and attracting 100s of customers -- after offering what he calls “terrible portraits” ... including one of Rebecca.As It Happens, the Friday edition. Radio that kinda hopes he doesn't go back to the drawing board.

The UK's 2025 Carrier Strike Group has sailed to the other side of the world, and is halfway through that 8 month mission. But what's it all for? Sitrep explains what the military drills along the way will have given the 4,000 servicemen and women taking part, and why the aircraft carrier's role hosting defence and trade talks in Japan still matters. The Royal Navy can't do big global deployments without the support from the Royal Fleet Auxilliary. But with yet another RFA ship forced out of service, former Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe tells us why he thinks that logistic capability is at crisis point. And in our ongoing exploration of transformative technologies, Sitrep explains directed energy weapons including lasers and radio beams could soon be in service with Britain's Armed Forces.

Amy is joined by an anonymous guest, a former U.S. Navy SEAL, to discuss his experiences joining, training, and deploying in a specialized military unit, all while exploring patriarchy in our armed forces and questioning the nature of violence.Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy

Welcome to the final episode of Series 7! This week, I'm joined by Bekky, a Navy wife, mum of three, and a graduate from the Milspo Business Start-Up course. Bekky shares her incredible journey from feeling lost and lonely as a new military partner to building her own thriving business, The Crafty Starfish.  We discuss the unique challenges military spouses face, such as frequent moves, deployments, and the general chaos of service life, and how she overcame them to create a business that is uniquely her own.Join us to hear Bekky share her inspiring story of overcoming the loneliness many new military partners experience to build her amazing business, The Crafty Starfish.  Discover how she navigated these obstacles to create something truly special! Ready to start your own business? Are you a military spouse, partner or other-half with a brilliant idea, a hidden talent, or a burning desire for something of your own? Perhaps you've felt the loneliness of a new posting or the challenge of balancing your career with the demands of military life? Maybe you've put your dreams on hold, telling yourself there's "never a right time" to start? It's time to change that narrative. Our free Business Launch Accelerator course, funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust and the Ministry of Defence, is designed specifically for you. It's the course Jess wished she had when she started.  We will help you navigate the unique challenges of building a business around military life, from legal structures to managing deployments, to asking permissions, and sorting that mindset - giving you the best start to your business life! It's a real opportunity to connect with a community of like-minded people who understand exactly just what military and business life entails. It's your chance to do something for you, to build a career that moves with you, and to show your family how truly epic you are. Don't miss this chance to save your seat. The next cohort starts in September, after the summer chaos is over. Applications are open now until September 10th. All you have to do is take that first step, just like Bekky did. Find out more and apply at www.milspo.co.uk/course. We can't wait to welcome you!   Episode Highlights: The Struggle for Belonging: Bekky opens up about the isolation she felt as a military partner and her search for a community that understood her experiences beyond just the military. The Genesis of an Idea: Discover how a personal love for sewing and a desire for a flexible career led Bekky to start her business, making beautiful, high-quality, and unique clothes for children. Overcoming the Odds: Hear how Bekky navigated the complexities of launching a business while pregnant, during a global pandemic, and with her husband deployed. She shares how the Milspo business course provided the crucial support she needed to succeed. Progress Over Perfection: Bekky reveals how she shifted her mindset from striving for perfection to embracing progress, a key lesson that helped her get her business off the ground. Finding Your 'Why': Learn about the deeply personal reasons behind Bekky's entrepreneurial journey—creating something for herself, setting an example for her children, and proving that it's possible to build a career you love while navigating military life. Connect with Bekky's Business, The Crafty Starfish: https://craftystarfish.co.uk/

Welcome to the American Railroading Podcast! In this episode our host Don Walsh is joined by guest Tom DeLafosse, SVP of Quality and Regulatory Compliance for Salco Products. Together they do a deep dive into tank car regulations, rulings and pending rulings such as HM-216b, HM-265 and HM-264, including the history of the industry before these regulations and rulings, the reasoning behind the creation of them, and their current as well as potential future impact on car owners, repair shops and shippers. They also take a brief moment to discuss the history of Salco Products and A. Stucki. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and broaden your understanding of American Railroading! You can find this episode and more on the American Railroading Podcast's official website at www.AmericanRailroading.net , and watch our YouTube Channel at the link below. Welcome aboard!KEY POINTS: The American Railroading Podcast remains in the Top 10% of all podcasts globally, now downloaded in 53 countries around the world!The podcast has experienced incredible growth in the last month, including a 300% increase in audio and video downloads!Tom has 50 years of experience in the railcar industry in quality assurance, design, repair and inspection of railroad tank cars.Don trained under Tom for his Level II NDT certifications in 1998, shortly after he entered the industry.Today there are approximately 2 million registered railcars in the U.S. national fleet, of which 22% (or 440,000) are tank cars, all of which require HM-216b qualification at regular intervals.Tom and Don discuss the challenges tank car certified repair shops face today, and some of the potential causes for lengthy shop cycle times.Tom gives his very detailed thoughts on the pending ruling HM-265, as well as his opinion of the potential pros and cons.Don provides a final update from PHMSA on HM-264.Please submit your favorite veteran of our U.S. Armed Forces currently in or retired from the rail industry for our 3rd Annual – American Railroading Podcast - Honor our Heroes Award, sponsored by our friends at Boots for Troops in Tomball, TX. by 09/12/25. Details given in the episode.If you like what we do, please leave us a 5-Star Review!LINKS MENTIONED: https://www.americanrailroading.nethttps://www.therevolutionrailgroup.com https://www.youtube.com/@americanrailroadingpodcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dwalshX https://www.enviroserve.com https://www.salcoproducts.comhttps://www.stucki.com

Thailand says the conflict with Cambodia is between the governments and armed forces instead of between the people.

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Show SummaryOn today's episode, feature a conversation Maryalice Morro, a Navy Veteran, Healthcare professional, and former Hospital Administrator for both the Navy and the Department of Veterans Affairs.  Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you about the show. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about the show in this short feedback survey. By doing so, you will be entered to receive a signed copy of one of our host's three books on military and veteran mental health. About Today's GuestMaryalice Morro combines her energy and relentless enthusiasm to motivate and build high-performing teams. She is a visionary leader recognized for strategic planning, innovation, financial stewardship and talent management. She delivers quality outcomes while meeting project and financial goals. She recognizes the strengths in others and inspires them to achieve and surpass their goals by mentoring, supporting and creating the vision for their success.Maryalice is currently a consultant and works with aspiring leaders through formal and informal coaching and mentoring. She is an adjunct faculty for the Citadel's undergraduate nursing program, and several of Villanova University's certificate programs. She is the Program Coordinator for the Anne W. McNulty Institute's Women's Leadership Development Certificate Program and led the multidisciplinary team in creating this program. She serves as teaching faculty for University of Pennsylvania's Doctor of Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership track.Previously, Maryalice spent 35 years in government, with 29 years on active duty in the United States Navy, serving around the world in support of peacetime, humanitarian, and wartime missions. She was the Commanding Officer (CEO) of the Pensacola Naval Hospital and Chief of Staff for Navy Medicine East, serving 15 medical commands in the United States and abroad. She was appointed to the Senior Executive Service and was selected to serve as Director (CEO) for the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin, GA, transforming an underperforming medical center into a vibrant healthcare center to meet the veterans' 21st century needs.Maryalice holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Villanova University, MSN from the Catholic University of America, MS from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and BSN from Villanova University. She is Board Certified by AACN as a Nurse Executive – Advanced.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeMaryalice Morro on LinkedInVillanova University Women's Leadership Development CertificatePsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor Course Myths and Facts of Military Leaders. This course identifies four of the most popular myths about military leaders and how they don't align with the reality of working alongside Veterans and Service members. You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/The-Myths-and-Facts-of-Military-Leaders Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   Justin interviews Major General (Ret.) Robert F. Whittle, Jr., RIMS Texas Keynote speaker, about his experience as Deputy Commanding General of Operations for U.S. Army North, responsible for homeland defense and coordination with civil authorities, about his experience with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its work in water resource management, and the lessons he can share for flood preparedness. Justin and Robert (Bob) discuss risk management training that engineers receive and how it applies to combat operations and domestic situations. Bob talks about building trust in different cultures. Finally, he shares some of what he will cover in his closing keynote on August 6th for the RIMS Texas Regional in San Antonio, Texas, from August 4th through 6th.   Listen to learn military lessons that apply to risk management in industry.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:15] To our friends and RIMS members in Texas, it has been heartbreaking to witness the devastation caused by the floods in the Lone Star State. [:23] Your RIMS community extends its heartfelt thoughts and wishes for your health, safety, and well-being during this challenging time. [:30] The floods are a stark reminder of the critical role that risk professionals play in a crisis. The RIMS Hurricane and Storm Risk Management Resource Center offers several informative articles and resources about flood and storm preparedness and recovery. [:45] As you navigate through your recovery efforts, please know that you have the support of RIMS.  [:50] About this episode of RIMScast. Our guest today is Major General (Retired) Robert F. Whittle, Jr. He will be the closing keynote speaker at the RIMS Texas Regional Conference on August 6th. We will talk about his military career and flood risk and leadership. [1:23] RIMScast is a proud nominee of the 20th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards. I'm hoping I can count on you to help us bring this win home! Vote by going to PodcastAwards.com and the link in this episode's notes.  [1:40] Sign up with your email, find RIMScast under Government and Organizations, and save your nomination. Every vote counts! Thank you so much for your support! [1:50] RIMS-CRMP Workshops! The next Virtual RIMS-CRMP exam prep, co-hosted by Parima, will be held on September 2nd and 3rd. [2:00] The next RIMS-CRMP-FED virtual workshop will be held on November 11th and 12th, in conjunction with George Mason University and led by Joseph Mayo. Links to these courses can be found on the Certification Page of RIMS.org and through this episode's show notes. [2:17] RIMS Virtual Workshops! We have a day-long course on July 24th, “Risk Taxonomy for Effective Risk Management.” On August 5th, we have a day-long course about “Emerging Risks.” [2:30] RIMS has launched a new course, “Intro to ERM for Senior Leaders.” This is a two-day course. The first two-day course will be held on August 12th and 13th and will be led by former RIMS President, Chris Mandel. [2:45] The course will be held again on November 4th and 5th and will be led by Elise Farnham. RIMS members enjoy deep discounts! [2:54] The full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's notes. [3:05] If you tuned in to the recent episode featuring James Lam, you will know he is hosting a new six-module workshop for us, the “RIMS-CRO Certificate in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management”. [3:19] The inaugural summer course is completely sold out! We are filled to the virtual capacity! Don't worry, in the Fall, the bi-weekly course will begin on October 9th. Registration closes on October 2nd. A link is in this episode's notes. Check it out and register today! [3:38] Mark your calendars for November 17th and 18th for the RIMS ERM Conference 2025 in Seattle, Washington. The Call for Nominations for the ERM Award of Distinction has been distributed. There is a link in this episode's show notes. The nomination deadline is August 16th. [3:59] If your organization's ERM program or one you know of has generated and retained value and led to the growth of your organization, consider nominating that ERM program and manager for the ERM Award of Distinction 2025. [4:13] RISKWORLD 2026 will be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from May 3rd through May 6th. RIMS members can now lock in the 2025 rate for a full conference pass to RISKWORLD 2026 when registering by September 30th. [4:27] This also lets you enjoy earlier access to the RISKWORLD hotel block. Register by September 30th, and you will also be entered to win a $500 raffle. Don't miss out on this chance to plan and score some extra perks. [4:40] The members-only registration link is in this episode's show notes. If you are not yet a member, this is the time to register at RIMS.org/membership. [4:50] On with the show! Robert F. Whittle Jr. was a Major General of the U.S. Army. He retired in 2023 as the Deputy Commanding General of Operations for the U.S. Army North. He is also Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff to the CEO at USAA. [5:06] On August 6th, he will deliver the closing keynote at the RIMS Texas Regional, providing highlights from his 33 years in the Army, including years as the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division. [5:20] I'm so glad he's here to provide a preview of his keynote and also discuss flood risk and leadership. Let's get to it! [5:28] Interview! Retired Major General Robert F. Whittle Jr., welcome to RIMScast! [5:35] Joining us now is one of the RIMS Texas Regional's keynotes, Major General (Retired) Bob Whittle. [5:46] Major General (Retired) Bob Whittle, Jr. asks Justin to call him Bob. [6:03] This is the inaugural Texas Regional event. Bob is excited about it. He loves Texas, and he knows people are coming from all over the country to attend. Justin adds that it's a big deal for the Texas chapters, which are some of the most active and voluminous RIMS chapters. [6:27] Bob's keynote will close out the Conference on August 6th.  [6:31] Today's discussion will be about flood risk and then about leadership. [6:47] Bob's bio is on the RIMS Texas Regional page. [6:52] Bob was Deputy Commanding General of Operations for the U.S. Army North, responsible for Homeland Defense and coordination with civil authorities. One major event occurred domestically while he was there. [7:17] That was the integration of 70,000 refugees from Afghanistan to the United States. When the U.S. left Afghanistan, a lot of interpreters, their families, and other key players were able to come to the United States. They needed help integrating into U.S. society with jobs and homes. [8:05] Bob says there was never an expectation that we would have to move 70,000 people here. We thought that Afghanistan would continue to move forward after we left, but it fell pretty rapidly. Some Afghan interpreters and officers who were under threat were brought to the U.S. [8:52] One of the challenges in any kind of operation like that is that it involves Federal, state, and local officials, and non-governmental organizations. Within the Federal side, we have FEMA, the State Department, and the Department of Defense. [9:14] These agencies worked together to build a framework and partner with the other authorities. The first risk is that politics or ego get in the way of accomplishing the mission. [9:28] The mitigation for that is trying to build relationships well ahead of the crisis, so people trust each other and can work together. They constantly emphasized the unity of the mission. [9:41] It's not unity of command, as there's no chain of command with all the partnerships, but there must be unity over the mission of resettling the Afghan refugees. [10:06] Justin asks if Bob is as easygoing as he seems. Bob says, you'd have to ask the people he worked with to get a solid understanding of who he is, versus how he self-reports. He says he is known for being cool, calm, and collected. When he needs to step it up, he can do it rapidly. [10:35] Bob found that projecting a calm personality helped him build trust. From years in the military, Bob learned that you succeed by making your peers successful. The more you help your peers, the more likely it is that you will earn a promotion or the assignment that you want. [11:37] Bob was in the Corps of Engineers for 33 years. He's a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Virginia. He led the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division. The civilian side of the Corps of Engineers deals with infrastructure. [12:13] Bob speaks of dam safety. The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the dams in Federal Navigation channels. They work through the inherent risks of the dams, making sure they have the right controls in place and testing to ensure that the controls are there. [12:42] There are so many other dams in the U.S. Some of them are private. While Bob was at the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, two private dams failed in Michigan, the Edenville Dam and the Sanford Dam. The Corps went up there to assist and help determine the root cause. [13:07] It was a lesson in making sure you are doing all the right things from a risk perspective. Controls weren't in place. Some issues had been identified but not mitigated. The State of Michigan stepped in and worked with the private company to mitigate the issues. [13:35] The dams had failed, and there was a lot of flooding in that area. It was unexpected as it had not happened before. It was in May 2020, a month after COVID-19 started hitting. [13:53] When things happen, you have to look forward. The Corps of Engineers is key. If the Ohio River drops too low for barge traffic to go through, eventually, Nashville starts to have a lot of trouble with power. It's very important to keep the Corps of Engineers running. [14:15] During COVID-19, the Secretary of Defense stated, “I want everybody in the Defense Department to stop moving. Stay where you are.” Bob was the Acting Deputy of the Corps of Engineers then. He immediately communicated to the 37K in the Corps, Don't stop moving. [14:32] If the Army Corps of Engineers had stopped, it would have been a huge issue. There were repair shifts at work, making sure things were running. In Michigan, when those two dams failed, the Corps put their masks on and moved out to help solve issues. [15:03] The risk framework the Corps of Engineers uses for dam safety is similar to what Bob has seen in industry and similar to what the Army does, even at a small unit level. The Army has a risk document that they use for training or going into combat. [15:26] The Army's risk document covers inherent risk, the probability of an issue, mitigation and controls, residual risk, and what the impact would be. The controls are the most important thing. They help ensure a low probability of a huge issue. The risk document is simple, and it works. [16:17] On the topic of the tragic recent Texas floods, how should leaders be thinking about flood risk mitigation? Bob knows that everyone involved in the situation is doing the absolute best that they can. If you want to be prepared for any disaster, it starts with simple planning. [17:24] You have to look at what the disaster may be, what the probability of it may be, and if it does occur, the key things that will need to happen on the ground in response, the people who will need to be involved, the resources they will need, and the timing of those activities. [17:46] It's like deliberate project management. You have to make assumptions in the beginning about what will happen. The next thing is getting funding for the resources, the people, and the tasks that have to occur. [18:01] There's a lot of deliberate planning and, for any domestic emergency in the U.S., the planning has to be done at the Federal level, the State level, the local level, and with non-governmental organizations that will be involved.  [18:15] The first step is building relationships ahead of time. Step two is to have rehearsals. The rehearsals can be with a map and some key leaders on site. Rehearsals help to validate the planning you've done. [18:51] In a disaster, one of the first steps is to allocate resources. There were decisions about resources when COVID-19 hit all over the U.S. They couldn't just send money to one area. The Federal government, states, local governments, and NGOs decided how to allocate resources. [19:23] Bob points out that you can decide with no information or with 100% of the information. In an emergency, you don't have time to get 100% of the information out there, so you need to determine if you have enough information to make this decision and if you need to act now. [19:46] It's about risk. Do you take a chance? Risk is all about the probability of success. It's achieving an objective. [20:04] After the disaster is over, a lot of people evaluate those decisions and take two years to study whether the right decision was made. You've got to be in the shoes of the person making the decision, with the same timing, to understand how they did it and why. [20:24] You do want to review the decisions, to learn from them, but you have to know that these leaders are making decisions based on the time available and the necessity of moving things forward. [20:36] Plugs with Roma Rishi, Sr. Sales Executive, Origami Risk! Origami Risk is excited to be a sponsor at the RIMS Texas Regional Conference. Origami Risk will have a booth there to demonstrate their products. They will also speak at one of the sessions. [21:17] They will be talking with Roy Hock, the Director of Excess Insurance at Valero Energy, about leveraging technology to manage your captive. See Origami at its table, at its session, or both! [21:30] Origami Risk will be at the RIMS Texas Regional Conference from August 4th through August 6th. Origami Risk will also be at the tenth Chicagoland Risk Forum, on September 18th at the Old Post Office in Chicago. [21:44] Origami Risk will have a booth there, and Roma's colleague, Gina Rothweiler, is going to be speaking. Come find Origami Risk at the Chicagoland Risk Forum! [21:54] Registration is complimentary for members of risk management departments in the nearby area. A link to the registration page is in this episode's show notes. You can visit ChicagoRIMS.org as well. [22:15] On October 1st through the 3rd, Origami Risk will be in the Bay Area, California, for the RIMS Western Regional Conference. They will have a booth and will speak at a session with the Risk Manager of Sprouts about leveraging data and technology for proactive risk management. [22:44] Origami Risk will be at RIMS ERM, on November 17th and 18th in Seattle, Washington. That agenda is being built. Origami Risk will have a kiosk and hope to speak, too. [22:59] Origami Risk will have a presence at the 2025 Florida RIMS Educational Conference from July 29th through August 2nd. Connect with Roma's colleague Alex and Origami Risk there. [23:19] Roma, it's always great to see you and the Origami Risk team. Connect with Roma and Origami Risk online at LinkedIn and OrigamiRisk.com, in the Contact Us area on the website. [23:34] Let's Return to the Conclusion of My Interview with RIMS Texas Keynote Speaker Major General (Ret.) Robert F. Whittle Jr.! [23:44] What's the vibe at a Bob Whittle keynote? Bob focuses on the lessons he's learned over his career. A lot of the lessons are from mistakes that he has made, or vicariously from mistakes others have made. [24:00] Bob's goal is to make it humorous with some anecdotes; people remember anecdotes. He plans for an enjoyable session. Bob feels that when you're speaking to an audience, it's a hostage crisis. You owe it to them to entertain them a bit while providing valuable information. [24:34] Bob says it's not a hostage crisis if people are glad they went. [24:44] At the end of his keynote, Bob takes questions from the audience. He says it's the most enjoyable part because it's a free flow of information. [25:01] Bob has led troops in combat and peacekeeping missions across multiple continents. Bob says he learned a lot about cultural risk and adaptability in leadership. He says the Armed Forces learned a lot during that process, and the U.S. government did, as well. [25:22] After major combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and moving into a stability effort, Bob says they learned about human terrain, the culture of the people. The culture can vary from place to place and village to village. [25:58] An American isn't ever going to understand the cultures as well as the interpreters (many of whom had emigrated to the U.S. and had come back to interpret) and the NGOs in place. Have them help you learn the culture. [26:34] Bob talks about how these experiences shaped his strategies. He became more of an active listener to gain situational awareness. To develop a relationship with an Afghan officer, you visit him at least three times and have tea with them. [27:11] Bob speaks of vision. Afghanistan, for thousands of years, had not been a democracy. Are you going to make it a democracy in a year or even in one generation? You have to know the human terrain. What is the best governance for the people to make the country not a threat? [27:55] Within the culture, how do you make that as benign as possible and effective, the way that they like to do it? [28:17] Bob talks about decision-making under pressure. It is harder in some ways and easier in others than your regular decisions. You're not going to get to 100% of the information under pressure. [28:33] You have to accelerate the decision-making. The more you know about your environment and the probability of different things happening, the more comfortable you can be with that.  [28:50] A leader has to stay as cool, calm, and collected as possible in that environment. Everyone who works for you or with you, whom you want to influence, is looking to you for how they should feel. How bad is it? If you can keep that posture, they're going to perform better. [29:18] It's easier to do that when you're a leader because you know people are counting on you. If you focus on that, the cool calmness just comes. [29:31] Bob was Commandant of the U.S. Army Engineers School. Bob talks about preparing the next U.S. Army Engineers. The key is training. If you know your job well and you've trained as much as possible, then you'll be more apt to take the right actions and be cool and calm. [30:05] The Army does a great job of investing in training for its people. An Engineer Officer goes to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, for seven months right after they're commissioned. They come back, four years later, for a year. [30:19] They'll come back again as they get different promotions and constantly sharpen their edge. They are trained in every task that they're going to do, domestically in the U.S., or combat. [30:37] The training is repeated so the officers will gain good instincts and be able to take action without having to think long and hard about it; at the same time, being able to realize that every situation is different; How do they need to make this decision? [30:53] The U.S. Army Engineers School specifically teaches risk management. When the Army goes into a new nation for combat operations, they have to assess the bridges there. The bridges won't be in a U.S. database. A lot of the bridges are small. There may be many streams. [31:15] Bridges over streams may be small, and the Army has huge tanks. The Army has float bridges that they assemble in streams. The speed of the river and the types of banks affect how much material those bridges can handle. [31:51] They need engineers to go out there and evaluate the load classification for each bridge. When the Army went into Bosnia, they crossed the Sava River, which was in flood stage at the time. That takes a much longer bridge. It took a lot of ingenuity and more resources to cross. [32:34] When it comes to risk management, it's important to look at all the different controls. For bridges, one control is that one vehicle crosses at a time. You don't need three tanks on the bridge. Engineers need to decide if a float bridge can handle two tanks or limit it to one. [32:55] They could limit it to day crossing only, with people guiding the tank. There are all kinds of things to make sure they get right. [33:04] Justin looks forward to hearing more about Bob's experience on August 6th at 11:00 a.m. at the RIMS Texas Regional Conference 2025 in San Antonio. [33:17] Bob is a graduate with a Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, so a little Texas accent comes through. He loves Texas, and he got there as soon as he could. [34:23] Special thanks again to Retired Major General Bob Whittle for joining us here on RIMScast. Visit RIMS.org/TexasRegional to see the full agenda and register. I've got a link to the opening keynote's RIMScast episode. Huw Edwards joined us recently to discuss his address. [34:41] Huw will present “Your Insurance Policy for Success: Eight Mental Toughness Lessons I've Learned from Running 100 Miles through the Mountains.” Be sure to check that out. We look forward to seeing you August 4th through the 6th in San Antonio, Texas! [35:01] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [35:28] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [35:46] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [36:04] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. 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Last time we spoke about a major Chinese counter offensive at Shanghai. "Black Saturday," saw over a thousand civilians killed. In response, Chinese leader Chiang Kai-shek launched Operation Iron Fist on August 17, aiming to exploit weaknesses in Japanese defenses but failing due to disarray and entrenched opposition. Amid mounting pressure, Chinese commanders redirected their strategy toward Yangshupu, seeking to breach Japanese lines along the Huangpu River. The 36th Infantry Division, newly trained by German advisers, launched a surprise assault on August 19, but inexperienced troops faced relentless Japanese fire, struggling to hold their positions. As casualties mounted, the Japanese executed strategic landings at Chuanshakou and Wusong, capturing key points with minimal resistance. The battle at Baoshan became emblematic of their resistance, where a handful of defenders vowed to fight to the last man, encapsulating the desperation and bravery of those battling under the shadow of impending defeat.    #159 The Battle of Shanghai Part 4: The Battle for Luodian 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. In the early days of September, a profound sense of resignation descended upon the senior Chinese commanders as the Japanese troops captured stronghold after stronghold along the riverbank, first Shizilin, then Wusong, and finally Baoshan. Despite the resignation among their leaders, the rank and file remained resolute in their determination to defend every inch of Chinese soil. The fighting along Wusong Creek, extending west from Wusong, became particularly brutal. “There were huge numbers of deaths on both sides, and the water of the creek turned red,” wrote Chinese official Wang Jieshi in his diary. “The saying about ‘rivers of blood' became a grim reality.” Meanwhile the Japanese were landing more reinforcements, such as the Tida detachment on September 6. The next day Tokyo HQ authorized the dispatch of the 9th, 13th and 101st divisions and the Shigeto Detachment to Shanghai. That same day over 10 Japanese infantry battalions were ordered to advance from Northeast China to Shanghai. The situation was dire for the Chinese. Not only were their frontline units struggling in battle, but they were also sustaining exceptionally high casualties. By early September, Yao Ziqing's 98th Infantry Division had suffered 4,960 casualties, including a regimental commander killed and another wounded. Throughout the battle for Shanghai, various units within the division received reinforcements up to four times. Upon arrival, these reinforcements were quickly armed and sent directly to the front lines. As recalled by Fang Jing “Some were injured almost immediately after arriving. When they reached the hospital, they had no idea which unit they belonged to.” The string of defeats and setbacks significantly affected morale within the Chinese Army, particularly among senior officers. While the lower ranks generally showed a willingness to continue the fight, high-ranking officials exhibited waning resolve. “All my soldiers have been sacrificed. There's nobody left,” Xia Chuzhong, commander of the 79th Division, lamented in a phone call to Luo Zhuoying, head of the 18th Army, part of the 15th Army Group. In response, Luo Zhuoying urged, “Aren't you still standing? Hold your ground and fight.” Having lost Baoshan the next defensive position was the small town of Luodian, the transportation center connecting Baoshan, downtown Shanghai, Jiading, Songjiang and several other towns via highways. The successful defense of Luodian was crucial for the security of Suzhou and Shanghai. On August 29, German adviser Alexander von Falkenhausen warned Chiang Kai-shek that the town needed to be held at all costs, describing it as "the most crucial strategic point.”. Chiang Kai-shek was determined to hold on to Luodian. He personally summoned senior commanders to the 3rd War Zone headquarters in Suzhou, emphasizing that the town must be retaken at all costs. In response, the commanders deployed entire divisions to the battle for Luodian. During one of several Chinese assaults, Qiu Weida, a regimental commander in the 51st Infantry Division, led a night attack on the southern part of Luodian. Moving quietly through the darkness, the Chinese force, about two companies strong, approached a Japanese camp, most of whose soldiers were asleep. The Chinese launched a swift attack, giving the Japanese no chance to react. They shot and bayoneted soldiers while they were still lying down, successfully taking over the camp and preparing for a counterattack. When the Japanese responded, the Chinese staged a fighting retreat, deliberately luring the enemy into an open area where well-armed soldiers lay in ambush. As the Japanese advanced, Qiu Weida signaled with a flare, a pre-arranged signal to open fire. Infantry weapons of various calibers joined in the assault. As dawn broke, Qiu raised his binoculars to survey the scene, which was a disturbing sight, covered with a tangled mass of dead and dying bodies. The Japanese commanders launched what they hoped would be the decisive blow to break out from the Baoshan perimeter. Elements of the 3rd Division were tasked with moving down the road toward Liuhang and occupying Yanghang. Meanwhile, the 11th Division's Amaya Detachment, which had arrived in Wusong on September 2, was to seize Yuepu, a village on the other strategic road leading west from Baoshan that blocked access to Luodian and the opportunity to link up with other units of the 11th Division fighting in the area. This operation aimed to create the necessary space for a full assault on Shanghai, and the Japanese dedicated every available resource to the effort. The artillery barrage began before dawn on September 1, with Japanese guns of all calibers participating. For more than two weeks, the Japanese had been able to disembark supplies at landing sites along the Yangtze and Huangpu Rivers. After daybreak, air raids intensified unusually, with the Japanese seemingly deploying all available aircraft in this narrow part of the front. Eventually, the Japanese infantry prepared to launch their attack. While this was simply the latest in a series of Japanese assaults, the sheer tenacity displayed indicated to the Chinese that this time was different. However, after an entire day of fighting, little territorial gain was made. The defenders fought with a determination bordering on fanaticism, despite a total lack of air and artillery support, effectively utilizing the obstacles created by canals that cut through the heavily cultivated area. By sunset, the Japanese had advanced no further than the eastern edge of Yuepu, although the village had been completely destroyed by artillery fire. Yanghang remained firmly in Chinese hands. In the countryside between the two western roads leading from Baoshan, Japanese units had only managed to occupy territory where their artillery and aircraft had utterly obliterated the defenders. To an outsider, it might seem that the Chinese could breathe a sigh of relief. However, from the perspective of Chinese commanders, the situation was vastly different. Their primary concern was the Japanese superiority in artillery. The contested area north of Shanghai consisted mainly of low-lying rice and cotton fields with relatively few trees, offering insufficient camouflage for all but the smallest units. This allowed Japanese naval gunners on the elevated waters of the Yangtze and Huangpu to sometimes directly observe Chinese troops. Even when there was no direct line of sight from the ships in the rivers, they were aided by the directions of observers patrolling in aircraft or hovering in balloons over the horizon. The Chinese had long realized that exposing their units to continuous attack from naval guns played directly into the Japanese hands. They understood that they needed to move away from the riverbank and the lethal fire of the IJN Although the decision to withdraw would have been made sooner or later, it was hastened by the relentless Japanese pressure on the two roads from Baoshan, as their loss would create a breach between Zhang Zhizhong's 9th Army Group in the Shanghai area and Chen Cheng's 15th Army Group to the left. General Gu Zhutong, a member of Chiang Kai-shek's inner circle who had recently been appointed deputy commander of the 3rd War Zone, witnessed how some of the best divisions were being decimated in the defense of Yuepu and Yanghang. Meanwhile, Zhang Zhizhong was pushing for the withdrawal of troops in Yangshupu, which risked becoming a dangerously exposed salient if a breach occurred. The order for the two Chinese army groups to withdraw came late on September 11. Under the cover of darkness, the bulk of the divisions pulled back to positions reinforced by reserves in the preceding days. As thousands of soldiers moved several miles to the rear, the Japanese remained unaware that anything unusual was occurring, and the entire movement took place without enemy harassment. Only skeleton crews remained in the original Chinese positions. By the morning of September 12, the new frontline stretched from the North Railway Station to the eastern edge of Jiangwan, bent west of Yanghang and Luodian, and extended north to the banks of the Yangtze. Unbeknownst to them, the Japanese had become masters of heavily contested areas from Yangshupu in the south to Yuepu in the north. The Chinese military leadership attempted to explain to the public that it had no choice but to withdraw and had never seriously expected to be able to push the Japanese back into the Yangtze, given the hundreds of naval guns at their disposal. A military spokesman said “The objective of the Chinese command was to delay and harass the landing. It was never hoped that we would permanently repel the landing.” The Chinese expressed confidence in their new positions, even comparing them to the Maginot Line along the French border with Germany, which of course would become rather ironic. The Japanese now controlled the entire left bank of the Huangpu River from Yangshupu to the mouth of the Yangtze. They had access to several good roads, some interconnected, which could serve as supply lines for future attacks. Additionally, they could exploit a large number of modern Chinese wharfs and docks, setting the stage for a steady flow of reinforcements.  On the 12th, Matsui received word from the Amaya Detachment that it had finally captured Yuepu. After driving the Chinese out of the village, the detachment established a defensive perimeter in a semicircle 500 yards around the western edge. Nearly simultaneously, the Ueno Detachment, a unit attached to the 3rd Division, reported that it had occupied Yanghang and pursued the enemy to a position about two miles west of the village. In both cases, it appeared that the enemy had abandoned their positions under the cover of night. Yet despite the victories Matsui desperately needed more men. In the three weeks leading up to September 11, the Japanese had managed to land 40,000 soldiers and establish a bridgehead measuring roughly 25 miles in length and over five miles in depth. Together with the troops already present in Shanghai, Japan had about 50,000 soldiers in the area. While this was a significant force, it was still insufficient to ensure the conquest of Shanghai, especially given the rapid attrition faced. As of September 9, the 3rd Division had reported losses of 589 killed and 1,539 injured, while the 11th Division recorded 616 dead and 1,336 wounded. But Tokyo was very reluctant to dispatch troops to Shanghai. From the viewpoint of the IJA leadership, Shanghai and Central China were a sideshow to the north china theater, which they alongside the Kwantung Army argued was more essential, given the proximity of the USSR. This belief was strongly reinforced when the Sino-Soviet agreement was signed in late August. Shanghai also heavily favored the Chinese terrain wise, it was basically like the battle of Thermopylae, instead of a mountain pass it was an extremely concentrated urban area. Then there was one of the main advocates opposing the China War altogether, Kanji Ishiwara. The entire time he was screaming and lecturing non-expansion and advised diplomacy and to even form an alliance with China against the USSR. Concentrating on China and ignoring the Soviet menace was, in his eyes, like “chasing the dogs away from the front door while forgetting the wolves approaching the back door.” However, Ishiwara's reluctance to send more troops to Shanghai was overruled. On September 4, a meeting of officers in Tokyo concluded that the battle in the Shanghai area should be completed by late October or early November, and to that end, sufficient troops should be deployed. Three days later, Emperor Hirohito approved reinforcements for the Shanghai front, including the dispatch of three additional infantry divisions from the home islands, along with units from the garrison forces in Taiwan. Ishiwara was so upset by this decision that he submitted his resignation, although he was later appointed to a position in the army in northeastern China. There was little doubt among Japanese leaders that the deployment of these reinforcements marked a significant escalation in the war. The situation was unlike anything Japan had ever experienced before. Army Minister Sugiyama Hajime remarked in a statement to his commanders, “This war has become total war.” A junior Japanese officer inspecting the Shanghai front reported upon his return to Tokyo “The enemy resistance is undeniably strong. Whether they are bombed out or surrounded, they do not retreat.” Luodian had remained under Japanese control since late August, but the surrounding countryside largely remained Chinese territory. Despite increasing pressure after the Chinese withdrawal to the south on September 12, the Japanese advanced only slowly and hesitantly. Taken aback by the sudden gains at Yuepu and Yanghang, and revealing their typical tardiness in responding to unforeseen events, it took them several days to even dispatch patrols for probing attacks against the new Chinese defenses. This delay provided Chinese commanders with extra time to reinforce their positions near Luodian, particularly on both sides of the road from Yuepu, which they correctly assumed would be the primary route for the Japanese attackers. Chinese preparations were just one reason Japan's mid-September assault was only moderately successful. Like the Chinese, the Japanese had yet to develop much skill in coordinating infantry and armor operations. The road connecting Yuepu and Luodian was of relatively good quality, enabling the Japanese to deploy about 25 tanks as the spearhead of their thrust. These armored vehicles quickly eliminated the Chinese positions closest to the road and advanced rapidly toward Luodian. However, the accompanying infantry from the Amaya Detachment was unable to keep pace. The Japanese only held a few yards of terrain on either side of the road. Beyond that narrow strip, the area was swarming with Chinese soldiers, making the advancing Japanese infantry easy targets. The Japanese infantry became bogged down, and it was only after dark, when the Chinese defenders north of the road chose to withdraw westward, that the Japanese had a chance to reach Luodian. The debacle on the road to Luodian was not solely a result of flawed training within the Japanese ranks. The area around Shanghai, a patchwork of small farm plots divided by creeks and canals, was ill-suited for tank warfare. This terrain had previously been a key argument against large-scale deployments by the Japanese Army. Nevertheless, once the decision was made in Tokyo to send enough troops to win the battle for the city, the generals had to strategize ways to overcome these terrain challenges. One proposed solution was to deploy amphibious tanks. However, the tactics employed called for using the tanks in a supportive role rather than leading the attacks across waterways. If a creek needed to be crossed, Japanese commanders would first order a small infantry unit to wade or swim to the opposite bank and prepare it for the tanks to land under the cover of darkness. While it was still dark, the tanks would cross and provide support to the infantry by daybreak. This cumbersome procedure often felt like putting the cart before the horse, but the Japanese executed it precisely as prescribed, time and again. This predictability allowed their Chinese opponents to acclimate to Japanese tactics to such an extent that they could usually anticipate what the Japanese would do next. While flawed tactics prevented either side from breaking the stalemate at the Luodian front, both continued to pour in reinforcements. The Shigeto Detachment arrived from Taiwan and was attached to the 11th Division on September 14, the same day the Amaya Detachment made its way up the road from Yuepu to return to the division's direct command. By mid-September, the division had grown into a sizeable fighting force. However, the enemy it faced around Luodian was also growing stronger by the day, posing a significant threat to the division's right flank if it were to rush south toward Dachang to link up with the 3rd Division. Therefore, on September 18, the Shanghai commanders ordered the division to focus initially on eliminating the Chinese troops amassed around Luodian. By this time, heavy rain had already fallen in the Shanghai region for three days, gradually slowing the fighting. The Japanese disliked the rain, as it turned the roads into muddy rivers, making transportation difficult, if not impossible, while also grounding most of their aircraft. In contrast, the Chinese welcomed the lull, as it provided them with an opportunity to improve their positions. The challenge of breaking through the Chinese defenses was only becoming more difficult as time passed. The Chinese Army's performance during the initial stage of the fighting in Shanghai altered the world's perception of the nation's military capabilities. China, which had lost every war over the past century, invariably to nations much smaller than itself, had suddenly taken a stand. At Shanghai, the Chinese Army experienced more intense fighting than anyone could have anticipated, suffering losses that had taken years to build up. However, it had gained prestige and respect, even among its Japanese adversaries. Even the withdrawal on September 12 was met with sympathy and admiration in capitals around the world. Every journalist in Shanghai during the fall of 1937 had a story to tell about the remarkable Chinese soldier. American journalist Carroll Alcott spent many hours in dugouts in Zhabei. “While Japanese shells pelted down over their heads, the Chinese soldiers sat unfazed in their self-made caves, cooking rice, vegetables, and occasionally a small bit of pork over a charcoal brazier. They dispelled the inevitable boredom with games of checkers and mahjong and wrote letters home to their families. In the Chinese trenches, there was a sense of safety and a primitive kind of comfort”. Chiang Kai-shek had decided as early as September 15 that changes were needed at the top of the command in the 3rd War Zone. What this meant became clear six days later when Chiang sent two separate cables to the zone's senior officers. In the first cable, he announced that he would take over command of the 3rd War Zone from Feng Yuxiang, and dispatched him to the 6th War Zone further north. This was a sideways move rather than a direct demotion, but it undeniably removed Feng Yuxiang from the most crucial theater at the time. Despite this, the decision seemed logical to most senior officers in Suzhou. Feng Yuxiang had never effectively managed the 3rd War Zone during his time in command. None of his direct subordinates truly considered him to be in charge; instead, they continued to view Chiang as their actual commander. In the second cable of the day, Chiang Kai-shek went a step further by relieving Zhang Zhizhong of his duties as commander of the 9th Army Group. He replaced him with General Zhu Shaoliang, a staunch ally and, if possible, an even more vehement opponent of communism than himself. For Zhang Zhizhong, the decision was no major surprise, as he had faced Chiang Kai-shek's constant reproaches since the early days of the battle. Although Chiang initially selected Zhang due to his close connections with the divisional commanders he led, he grew increasingly disenchanted with Zhang's style of command characterized by “much talk and little action” and expressed his irritation both publicly and privately. There may have been an additional reason for this. Disagreements among the top echelons of the 3rd War Zone threatened to bring about paralysis. Zhang Zhizhong had not gotten along well with Chen Cheng, the commander of the neighboring 11th Army Group. Zhang had told anyone who would listen, “Chen Cheng isn't capable enough,”to which Chen retorted, “Zhang Zhizhong loves to show off.”  The strain that Shanghai was under also had an economic aspect. Although it had been a bumper year for both rice and cotton,  the two most popular crops in the area and many farmers were unable to harvest due to the continued heavy fighting around the city. Labor disputes simmered and occasionally erupted into open conflict. On September 14, a group of workers hired on short-term contracts by the Fou Foong Flour Mill in the western part of the International Settlement locked themselves inside and refused to leave until their demand for ten months' salary was met. Police and members of the Reserve Unit, a special anti-riot outfit, attacked the premises with tear gas and managed to disperse the protesters. Subsequently, ambulances transported 25 injured individuals to various hospitals from the mill. As if the city was not already suffering enough hardship, a cholera epidemic broke out, taking a particularly heavy toll on the poorest inhabitants. As of September 13, the outbreak had lasted for a month, with 119 confirmed cases and nine deaths. Less than a fortnight later, it had infected 646 people and resulted in 97 deaths. By early October, when the outbreak peaked, it had claimed a total of 355 lives. These statistics marked only the tip of the iceberg, as they accounted only for patients at hospitals in the International Settlement, excluding the likely much larger numbers in the Chinese part of the city. In a way, these individuals were collateral damage. A doctor who worked with the patients stated with a high degree of certainty that the disease had likely been brought to Shanghai by troops from the south. There existed a large villa overlooking Luodian they Japanese termed “the white house”. The Chinese forces had held the white house for four weeks, demonstrating fierce resistance. Encamped outside, the Japanese Army's 44th Regiment, known as the Kochi Regiment, was gradually being worn down, as their repeated attempts to storm the stronghold had failed. During their time at Luodian, the regiment had made numerous unsuccessful attempts to seize the villa. Limited artillery support hampered their efforts; logistical challenges meant each artillery piece received only one-fifth of its normal daily ammunition supply. On September 19, engineers began digging a tunnel from the trenches toward the White House. Four days later, they had excavated exactly 35 yards, effectively halving the distance the infantry would need to cross exposed ground before reaching the villa's defenses. A new attack was launched on the 23rd, beginning with an artillery bombardment, followed by air raids. Next, tanks advanced toward the walls, with small clusters of soldiers trailing behind. This attack included a surprise element for the Chinese defenders: as the offensive unfolded, a tunnel's entrance erupted open, allowing soldiers to emerge in single file close to the wall too quickly for the Chinese machine gunners to adjust their aim. The soldiers rushed forward, bearing heavy satchels of explosives. Pressing against the wall, they ignited the fuses and sought cover as loud explosions rang out. When the dust settled, the Japanese surged through the new openings in the walls, spreading out within the compound. After a fierce battle lasting two and a half hours, the building was captured by the Japanese troops. Despite losing the "White House," Lin Yindong, the commander of the 1st Battalion, was awarded an A-2 grade for the "Medal of the Armed Forces." He was also promoted to lieutenant colonel and appointed as the regimental attaché of the 66th Regiment for successfully defending the "White House" against a numerically superior enemy for nearly a month. The capture of the White House was part of a significant offensive launched by the 11th Division in the Luodian area. Initially scheduled for September 20, the operation faced delays of several days due to prolonged preparations, a common issue in the challenging countryside surrounding Shanghai. The division chose to attack south of the town with a narrow front to concentrate enough forces to deliver a powerful, unified strike against Chinese positions. The Japanese employed massed armor in their assault, deploying aircraft to neutralize any anti-tank weapons that emerged. These tactics proved effective, as the Chinese were pushed back in multiple sections of the front. To marshal sufficient troops for the attack, the division assigned the Shigeto Detachment to cover its right flank north and west of Luodian. However, the newly arrived detachment, full of morale, exceeded its mandate by launching a vigorous counterattack against the Chinese in its sector. Unfortunately, their efforts yielded little significant progress, and they suffered heavy casualties. As Matsui would report "The detachment has already had 200 casualties. They can't keep attacking blindly like this."  Further south, the 3rd Japanese Division also mounted attacks against Chinese forces, primarily around Liuhang. The fighting revealed Japan's material superiority, which was so pronounced that the Chinese refrained from deploying heavy artillery, even when available. Anti-aircraft guns were strategically positioned near artillery batteries, but the Chinese were reluctant to use them for fear of revealing their locations. Consequently, the Chinese Army found itself with virtually no air defense. Overall, local Chinese reserves struggled to repel the Japanese advances, leading to a shift from the see-saw battles that had characterized the front since early September. The Japanese gradually maintained their positions even after nightfall.  Despite their numerical superiority, defending Luodian proved nearly impossible for the Chinese forces. The Japanese's overwhelming firepower forced the Chinese into a defensive posture, preventing them from launching counterattacks until the enemy was almost upon them. Consequently, the decision was made to hold the entire town at all costs, a tactic that significantly increased the attrition rate within Chinese ranks. General Chen Cheng's army group experienced a casualty rate exceeding fifty percent, resulting in more than 15,000 losses. Additionally, units from Xue Yue's 19th Army Group participated in the combat southwest of Luodian and suffered severe casualties. The 59th and 90th divisions of the 4th Corps endured seventy to eighty percent losses within just five days. The training brigade of the 66th Corps reported 3,003 casualties after several days of fighting. Faced with these circumstances, Chinese commanders decided to execute another major retreat along the entire front north of Shanghai. They took advantage of a lull in Japanese assaults on September 25 to withdraw approximately one mile to a new defensive line. As before, this retreat was conducted with great discipline, and it took the Japanese two more days to fully comprehend that the Chinese forces had disappeared from their positions.  In the wake of these Japanese successes, significant changes began to unfold. The three divisions that the Japanese high command had dispatched to the Shanghai area in early September gradually arrived. First to land was the 101st Division, which started disembarking on September 22 and was ordered to position itself on the left flank of the 3rd Division. The 9th Division arrived in the same area on September 27, followed by the 13th Division on October 1. With these reinforcements, Japan now had five divisions stationed in Shanghai, compared to more than 25 divisions fielded by the Chinese. While China's numerical superiority was undeniable, the disparity was not as stark as it appeared. A typical Japanese division consisted of 15,000 men. Combined with the marines and infantry defending Hongkou, Japan had approximately 90,000 soldiers at its disposal in and around the city. In contrast, Chinese divisions often had as few as 5,000 men, making it unlikely that China deployed more than 200,000 soldiers in Shanghai at that time. Furthermore, the Japanese compensated for their numerical disadvantage with significant superiority in materials, aircraft, and naval artillery, which could still reach key areas within the Chinese front. Overall, the addition of the three new divisions significantly bolstered the Japanese forces, prompting Matsui and his staff to begin preparations for what they hoped would be the decisive strike against the Chinese defenders. Their plan was straightforward: they intended to execute a powerful thrust across Wusong Creek and advance toward Suzhou Creek. The goal was to encircle and annihilate the main Chinese force in a maneuver they had envisioned since their arrival in China. After all, encirclement was the cornerstone of Japanese military doctrine. 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 August 1937, the Battle of Luodian raged as Chinese forces faced relentless Japanese attacks. After initial successes, the Chinese struggled under heavy casualties and dwindling morale. They fought fiercely to retain the critical town of Luodian, a vital transportation hub. Despite courageous defensive efforts, including a surprise night assault, the Japanese overwhelmed the Chinese with superior numbers and artillery. Encounters turned devastating, with both sides suffering severe losses. By late September, as the Japanese received reinforcements, the situation forced the Chinese to retreat, marking the beginning of a dire struggle for Shanghai's control.

Edition No190 | 16-07-2025 - Brains Over Brute Force – Zaluzhnyi's Vision of Future WarfareGeneral Valerii Zaluzhnyi, now ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom, has written a foreword to the 2024 book by Ukrainska Pravda journalist Roman Romanyuk “What Will Be Used to Fight in World War III”. In it, he outlines his vision for the future of warfare and the trajectory of Russia's War against Ukraine.The technological war of attrition — and how to prevail in it is the theme, and covers several important topic areas: - Technologies of the New War of Attrition- Examples from the Russia-Ukraine War- Forecasting the Next Phase of the Russia-Ukraine War- Challenges to Restoring Offensive Capability Amid Technological Parity- The New Era of Warfare: AI, Drones, and the Russia-Ukraine ConflictGeneral Valerii Zaluzhnyi is the former Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces and has emerged as one of the leading philosopher-generals of 21st-century warfare. A strategic thinker with unprecedented experience of modern warfare and the ferocious pace of change and innovation. He is also a deeply humane thinker that commanded the respect of his soldiers and officers and is well respected across Ukrainian society. ----------DESCRIPTION:Brains Over Brute Force: Why Russia's War Will Fail - General Valerii Zaluzhnyi's InsightsIn this episode of Silicon Bites, we analyze General Valerii Zaluzhnyi's perspective on why Russia's war will fail. The discussion delves into future warfare strategies, the shift from brute force to technological superiority, and the role of AI and drones. General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces, shares his insights on modern attritional warfare, emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking and technological innovation. This episode is grounded in his 2024 forward to Roman Romanyuk's book and focuses on Ukraine's resistance against Russian aggression. Join us to understand how future victories in war may be shaped by intelligence and cutting-edge technology.----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Support Acknowledgment00:35 General Valerii Zaluzhnyi's Vision for Future Warfare02:26 Historical Perspective on Warfare03:32 Technological Advancements in Modern Warfare04:54 Ukraine's Tactical and Technological Edge06:10 Challenges and Future Strategies09:33 AI and Autonomous Warfare10:30 Ukraine's Path to Victory12:01 Conclusion: The New Doctrine of Warfare----------LINKS: https://www.pravda.com.ua/rus/articles/2025/07/13/7521484/ https://russiaanalyzed.substack.com/p/general-zaluzhnyis-vision-for-the ----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------

How can Lutheran congregations support military service members and veterans through Operation Barnabas? Jill Tendler — Operation Barnabas volunteer at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Eureka, MO, and Lee Hinton — Administrative Coordinator for LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces, join Andy and Sarah to talk about Jill's military family story, why Operation Barnabas is important to her, and how small actions make a huge difference for veterans and military families. Learn more at 314-996-1337 and lcms.org/ministry-to-the-armed-forces/operation-barnabas. This episode originally aired on January 9, 2024. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

On July 8, Quebec RCMP arrested four men connected to the Canadian Armed Forces. They are accused of trying to create an extremist militia and planning to forcibly take a plot of land north of Quebec City. Two of the four men are active members of the military, three have been charged with terrorism facilitation. The case adds to the growing concerns of extremism in Canada's military, just weeks after Ottawa committed to the biggest increase in military spending since the Second World War.Today, Globe staff reporter Colin Freeze joins the show. He will share what we know about the men charged, their significant connections to the Armed Forces and how this case could impact how terrorism is legally defined in Canada. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com

As the Church of England prepares parishes to be a ‘church in a time of conflict', we hear from the Bishop to the Armed Forces, the Rt Rev Hugh Nelson, as the Church's governing body – General Synod – meet in York. We consider the conflicts within the Church that will be debated at Synod - and discuss how members are set to scrutinise the Redress scheme, intended to support victims of abuse within the Church. 2025 marks 50 years since Jackie Tabick became the first female Progressive Rabbi ordained in the UK. Many women have followed in Rabbi Tabick's footsteps, including Rabbi Kulikovsky and Rabbi Altorf who were ordained at special event last week at the Leo Baeck College in London. We hear from them about their roles - and look at what's changed in those 50 years.This summer, the BBC are covering a whole host of women's games as part of their 'Names Will Be Made' summer of sport. But what role does religion play for athletes on and off the pitch? Producer Katy Davis speaks to three women of faith at the top of their game: England Netballer Ellie Rattu; UEFA coach Yasmin Hussein and Wales Rugby Player Sisi Tuipulotu. For more behind the scenes interviews and updates, head to the BBC Women's Summer of Sport website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/womens-summer-of-sportFriday 11th of July was a 30 year memorial service to mark the Srebrenica genocide in Bosnia, where over 8,000 Bosniak Muslim boys and men were killed by Serb forces, during the 1995 genocide in Srebrenica - in one of Europe's worst atrocities since World War 2. Julie Etchingham hears from award winning photojournalist Alixandra Fazzina, who has returned to Bosnia 30 years after the war. We also hear from Islamic Relief's Shahin Ashraf, one of the few charity organisations who provided support during the war and are still today, helping Bosniaks rebuild their lives in Srebrenica.Presenter: Julie Etchingham Producers: Katy Davis and James Leesley Studio Managers: George Willis and Sam Mills Editor: Chloe Walker

Two members of the Canadian Armed Forces are among four men facing charges over a plot to violently seize land in Quebec. The RCMP has laid terrorism-related charges alleging that the men amassed a large cache of weapons, motivated by anti-government ideology. We speak to Jessica Davis, a former CSIS analyst, about what we know so far — and what questions remain. Then, researcher Amarnath Amarasingam discusses what this case reveals about ideological extremism in Canada's military, and how experts say the Armed Forces should respond.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail, and Fidelity Investments Canada.Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! These days, the security and stability of the world order seems, well, neither secure nor stable. With old and new conflicts abound, we have a really special guest today: Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy.We're going to discuss the role of the Canadian military, what new investments to modernize look like in the context of emerging threats, and how they might be used to defend our interests at home and around the world.The Vice-Admiral has had a meteoric rise in service to our country. He joined the Armed Forces in 1990 and graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada in 1994. He was given the command of a destroyer in 2009. He deployed to Afghanistan in 2011 as the director of Afghan National Police Training within the NATO Training Mission Afghanistan. And so much more before taking command of the Royal Canadian Navy in 2022.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Eunice was a confident hard working woman, that loved God, her country and her family. She was proud of her accomplishments and rightfully so.  Chef Dennis is a successful classically trained chef, now retired and a very popular travel and food blogger. He prefers to cook for others rather than cook a meal for himself. His grandmother taught him a lot about food and cooking and she passed down "the joy of cooking." And now Dennis is sharing the 'joy of it' with all of his readers. You can find out more at https://www.askchefdennis.com/ Dennis's maternal grandparents were originally from Mexico and both were highly educated. His grandmother was a  teacher and his grandfather  a minister.  Eunice and her nine siblings were also all educated starting at a young age. All the children were born and raised in Texas and bilingual from an early age. Littley says of his mother's family "they were an all American family-all my uncles served in the Armed Forces and an uncle was at Pearl Harbor."  Because Eunice was always studying and/or working, she never really had too much time to cook.  She often worked nights so she could be home to see  Dennis before and after school. Chef Dennis says that his mom, who he adored dearly, "influenced him and his love for cooking in an offhanded way." "Her lack of cooking skills and my love of food and her encouragement really helped push me in the right direction.  She was the reason I really started cooking and went int this field." says Littley.  Dennis loved to cook for his mom and says  "I was never pressured into being a doctor or lawyer, my mother just wanted me to be happy."  But he took care of his mom as well. At a young age, he would collect recyclable bottles and cans, ride his bike to the supermarket and buy food with the money he made to cook for his mom because she didn't have time to cook for herself.  Dennis agrees that he gave his parents a hard time, a bit rambunctious, but he was named after the  'Dennis the Menace' tv character, after all.My guest, got his first full time job at 12 years old and became manager of a burger place, flipping burgers at 13 in Atlantic City, New Jersey right on the ocean.When asked what meal he'd cook for his mom if she were here today, Dennis reminisces about the rice, pepper, onion, bacon and cheddar cheese casserole his mom and he loved to eat till the dish was empty and everyone was happy.  Later on in life, once Eunice had retired from nursing, she was able to embrace her time in the kitchen with her friends and found the ‘joy of cooking'. "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".Check out our website for more background information: https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantilloLink to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Or Find SHLTMM Website here: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother

Rima is a medic in the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a tactical medicine instructor originally from the United States. She came to Ukraine as an NGO volunteer in 2022 and began medical studies in 2023 before enlisting in 2024. Now, she works on medical evacuations of soldiers from the frontlines and works in stabilization points where they receive casualties and stabilize their injuries for transport to the nearest hospital. Before enlisting, she taught tactical medicine per TCCC standards at the International Center for Tactical Medicine in Ukraine. In her spare time, she writes about tactical medicine for a wider audience based on evolving needs and lessons learned on the ground in Ukraine. More about Rima:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rimameduaSend Rima and her team medical supplies:  https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3QM0WCUA0PBK2?ref_=wl_shareOr, snacks from home: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/390U40XEQSS4P?ref_=wl_shareBlue Yellow USA address for care packages:C/O Blue Yellow USA NFP PO box 641Naperville, IL60566Timestamps:

On this episode of the Paddy Wagon, we sit down with zookeeper, conservationist and podcaster, Mike Bona.  He shares his passion for giraffes and wildlife conservation, discussing his unique fundraising event 'Laughs for Giraffes' that combines comed and dad jokes with conservation efforts... and more dad jokes. The discussion also delves into sports fandom in Los Angeles, the importance of storytelling in his podcast 'Wild Tales', and the harsh realities of poaching and habitat destruction affecting giraffe populations. Mike discusses his experiences as a zookeeper, the emotional connections zookeepers develop with animals, and the complexities of animal behavior and care. He emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts and the ethical considerations surrounding animal captivity, while also sharing insights into the daily responsibilities of zookeepers and the unique personalities of various animals.  Be sure to check out The Wild Tails Pod, Wild Tails Socials and most importantly... the giraffe conservation work that Mike is a part of at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sHTglOZFaepf3TtNoQurP IG: https://www.instagram.com/wildtailspod/ https://giraffeconservation.org/     Episode Sponsors:   Mortal Triumph https://www.mortaltriumph.com Mortal Triumph was built on sacrifice.  it honors the Armed Forces members who gave everything…. The ones who never made it home.  Their legacy isn't just a memory; it's a standard.  Carry their names forward with actions… Not words.  Be sure to use PADDYWAGON10 at checkout for 10% off your purchase.  We promise… It will be the most comfortable shirt you ever wear!   LawLaw https://www.lawlaw.app/ It's 2024, you no longer need an expensive, time consuming attorney to create wills, trusts, and prenups for you! LawLaw Ai will guide you through a series of questions and in seconds generate a state-specific, legally valid document. Fill out our questionnaire and get a preview of all the following documents. Purchase the ones you want or a package that fits your needs.  Be sure to use coupon code "PADDYWAGON24" at checkout for 10% off or click the following link: https://www.lawlaw.app/?ref=Paddywagon   Intro/Outro Music Provided by: https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/achaidh-cheide https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/celtic-impulse

Day 1,216.Today, we discuss the ramifications of the historic American strike on Iran's nuclear sites, and how we should read Tehran's Foreign Minister's scramble to Moscow. Plus we feature a special dispatch from Gotland, Sweden, to meet the Armed Forces' newest outfit protecting Europe's strategic Baltic outpost from Russia.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Venetia Rainey (Co-host Battle Lines podcast). @venetiarainey on X.Content Referenced:The tiny Swedish island regiment tasked with protecting Europe from Russia (Venetia Rainey in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/06/17/the-tiny-swedish-island-regiment-tasked-protecting-europe/ Our sister podcast Battle Lines, covering wider geopolitical affairs, including Iran:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/05/14/battle-lines-foreign-policy-geopolitics-conflict-podcast/ Spain exempt from Nato's 5pc spending target (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/06/22/spain-exempt-from-nato-five-percent-spending-target-gdp/ 'My husband is free' — Belarus opposition leader Siarhei Tsikhanouski freed after US envoy visits Minsk (The Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/in-highest-level-visit-in-years-lukashenko-meets-us-envoy-kellogg-in-minsk/?mc_cid=bdc69312ea&mc_eid=08d0680a95 Putin spies an opportunity in Trump's attack on Iran (The Spectator):https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/putin-spies-an-opportunity-in-trumps-attack-on-iran/SIGN UP TO THE NEW ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/ Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The literary lunch guest for you is an Australian who worked in Afghanistan as a surgeon with Australia's Armed Forces.

Content Warning: This episode contains the depiction of traumatic events, including violence, sexual assault, and self-harm. Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsCan you really heal shame and trauma that live deep in your body? In this raw and inspiring episode of Hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with globally sought-after trauma specialist and performance coach Annalie Howling to uncover the hidden ways shame sabotages your health, relationships, and potential, and how you can finally release it.From perfectionism to people-pleasing to physical symptoms, shame shapes our lives in ways most of us don't realize. Annalie shares her personal healing journey, from childhood abuse and self-harm to deep freedom, and offers actionable tools to help YOU reclaim your power.You'll learn why shame is never your fault, how it lodges in the body, and why it often underlies anxiety, gut issues, chronic stress, and even physical pain. Plus: how EMDR, somatic work, and simple daily practices can free you to live unapologetically.Thank you to our sponsor: OneSkinGet 15% off your first order with the code DRTAZ at oneskin.co/drtazIn this episode, you'll discover:How shame gets trapped in the body and drives diseaseThe 5 trauma responses (and why "fawn" is most linked to shame)How perfectionism and fake control are trauma adaptationsThe link between shame, self-criticism, and chronic anxietyHow to rewire your nervous system and reclaim self-compassionWhy breathwork, EMDR, yoga, and embodied practices can heal deep woundsHow to break generational shame cycles and parent without passing it onIf you've ever felt “not good enough,” stuck, disconnected, or like no amount of wellness routines can fix how you feel, this episode is a must-watch.Topics Covered:The biology of shame and trauma responsesHow shame fuels perfectionism and anxietySomatic practices to heal shameThe power of EMDR in trauma releaseParenting without passing down shameHow to start building radical self-compassionReclaiming your voice and living unapologeticallyAbout Annalie HowlingAnnalie Howling is a globally sought-after performance coach, trauma specialist, and author of Unapologetic: Unshackle Your Shame. Reclaim Your Power.With over two decades of experience, Annalie has worked with leaders in business, Olympians, Hollywood, members of the Armed Forces, including ex-UK Special Forces, and private clients navigating transitions and challenges. But her work goes deeper than performance, it addresses the universal weight that underpins so much of human struggle: shame. Annalie's groundbreaking methods stem not only from her professional expertise but from her personal transformation. It wasn't until she addressed her own unhealed trauma and liberated herself from shame that she began to live authentically and freely. Now, Annalie's mission is to help others break free from the shame that holds them back.Through her work and her book, she shares valuable insights on navigating divorce, single parenting, overcoming childhood trauma and abuse, healing from toxic relationships, dealing with narcissistic partners, recovering from workplace toxicity, and releasing family trauma.Connect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Learn more about Annalie Howling at: https://annaliehowling.com/Host & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+Timestamps: 00:00 Shame Is a Felt Sense, Not a Thought03:15 Meet Annalie Howling + Why Shame Matters05:50 Why Perfectionism Fuels Shame10:04 Annalie's Story: Violence, Childhood Trauma, and Self-Harm17:11 The Turning Point: EMDR and Trauma Healing22:20 Physical Symptoms of Shame (Gut, Skin, Burnout)29:23 The 5 Trauma Responses Explained (Fight, Flight, Freeze, Flop, Fawn)34:05 How Shame Fuels Anxiety and Life Avoidance42:32 A Self-Compassion Exercise to Heal Shame55:54 Other Somatic Tools to Heal Shame

Machalagh Carr is a trusted and discreet counselor with decades of private sector and government experience. She has nimbly navigated the intersection of congressional investigations and oversight, law, geopolitics, international anticorruption measures, and policy, and served as the top staffer in Article I as Chief of Staff to Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy.  She is the Founder & CEO of Quell strategies, a boutique consulting firm where she helps client navigate Washington and translates the intricacies of public policy to the business world.  Prior to her role as Chief of Staff, she served as General Counsel for the Speaker and Office of the Republican Leader at the U.S. House of Representatives. Previously, she served as General Counsel & Parliamentarian for the Committee on Ways and Means, where she handled all legal and procedural issues for the Committee. Before that, she was the Oversight Staff Director at the Committee where she led the investigations and oversight of all issues within the Committee's jurisdiction, served as the Director of Oversight and Investigations for the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and as Senior Oversight Counsel at the Committee on Natural Resources. Prior to her public service, Machalagh served in the Office of Global Compliance of an international energy company where she conducted internal anti-corruption investigations, audits, and compliance reviews for the company, including expertise in FCPA, and UK Bribery Act.  She also practiced in the Litigation, White Collar, and Government Investigations Group at Sonnenschein Nath and Rosenthal LLP (now Dentons).   She currently serves as the Head of Global Policy for Palantir Technologies.  Directly after law school, Machalagh clerked for the Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. She taught Trial Practice at Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, is a Politics and Public Service Fellow at Georgetown University McCourt School, and lives in Virginia with her husband and three sons.

John welcomes U.S. Naval War College professor emeritus and Atlantic staff writer Tom Nichols back to the pod to discuss the implications of Donald Trump's militarization of law enforcement in Los Angeles and an array of related topics. Nichols argues that Trump's mobilization of the National Guard and the Marines to deal with protests of his deportation policies in L.A. is a dry run, on favorable political turf, to acclimate Americans to the sight of troops in their cities and gauge public blowback; that his partisan speech at Fort Bragg—and the silence of the generals in reaction to it—was an “obscenity;" and that these events, along with his military parade in Washington, demonstrate that Trump sees the U.S. Armed Forces as his personal “toy soldiers.” Nichols also weighs in on Israel-Iran, Russia-Ukraine, and how Trump has effectively turned the U.S. into a bystander in both conflicts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rev. Dr. John Sias gives today's sermon based on John 3:1-15 (16-17). >> The broadcast of chapel services is brought to you by LCMS International Mission and Ministry to Armed Forces. >> Learn more at international.lcms.org and lcms.org/armedforces. >> To learn more about long and short-term opportunities to serve, visit servenow.lcms.org. Tune in weekdays at 10:00 a.m. CT to hear daily chapel services from the LCMS International Center. Find service information including the lectionary, hymn, and homilist for the day at kfuo.org/daily-chapel-schedule.

In this powerful episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with Shawn McCarthy and Rafael Vargas of the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Armed Forces Initiative (AFI) to explore the critical connection between public lands and our nation's veterans.Shawn and Rafael share their own stories and shed light on how the outdoors—especially hunting, fishing, and time spent on public lands—play a huge role in helping veterans and active service members reconnect, find purpose, and improve their mental health after service.The Armed Forces Initiative focuses on more than just outdoor adventure. It's about healing, community, and creating pathways for veterans to assimilate back into civilian life through public land access, stewardship, and outdoor recreation. While BHA educates the public about protecting wild spaces, AFI takes it one step further—making sure our veterans have the support and opportunity to heal and thrive outdoors.Whether you're a veteran, an avid outdoorsman, or someone passionate about conservation, this episode is a must-listen. Tap in for an inspiring conversation about service, sacrifice, and the power of wild places to restore and rebuild.Leave a comment if public lands have made a difference in your life—or to shout out a veteran who inspires you.Like, comment, and subscribe to support the mission!BHA AFI -https://www.backcountryhunters.org/armed_forcesBucked Up- https://bckd.co/vnjzgTkForetold Coffee Co.- https://www.foretoldcoffeeco.com#VeteranOutdoorPrograms #BackcountryHuntersAndAnglers #ArmedForcesInitiative #PublicLandAccess #VeteransAndMentalHealth #VeteranSupportThroughNature #HuntingPodcast #VeteransInTheOutdoors #PublicLandConservation #HealingThroughNature #VeteranHuntingPrograms #MentalHealthAndOutdoors #OutdoorRecreationForVeterans #OutdoorLifestyle #ConservationPodcast #VeteransAndPublicLands #NatureAndHealing #WildernessTherapy

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast, Benoy Thanjan speaks with JD Dillon, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at Tigo Energy. This conversation dives into how Tigo is transforming residential solar with a smarter, service-driven approach. JD shares insights from his unique career journey — from West Point and semiconductors to helping lead the turnaround at Enphase, and now steering Tigo's growth as a public company. The discussion explores the growing importance of software and service in solar, the booming market for repowering legacy systems, and why bipartisan support makes solar a winning issue across the political spectrum. JD also highlights lessons from semiconductor manufacturing, the value of veteran leadership in clean energy, and how Tigo's open ecosystem and installer-first mindset are setting the company apart. Key Topics Covered: Tigo's evolution from MLPE to full energy solutions Why service and software will define the next era of solar Repowering as a high-growth opportunity for residential solar How open ecosystems and rapid install feedback drive innovation The intersection of military leadership and renewable energy U.S. vs. global rooftop solar adoption rates — and how to catch up What the solar industry can learn from semiconductors Why solar transcends political divisions and continues to scale Trends in storage, energy independence, and grid resilience Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy and he is also an advisor for several solar startup companies.  He has extensive project origination, development, and financial experience in the renewable energy industry and in the environmental commodities market.   This includes initial site evaluation, permitting, financing, sourcing equipment, and negotiating the long-term energy and environmental commodities off-take agreements. He manages due diligence processes on land, permitting, and utility interconnection and is in charge of financing and structuring through Note to Proceed (“NTP”) to Commercial Operation Date (“COD”). Benoy composes teams suitable for all project development and construction tasks. He is also involved in project planning and pipeline financial modeling. He has been part of all sides of the transaction and this allows him to provide unique perspectives and value. Benoy has extensive experience in financial engineering to make solar projects profitable. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity which merged with Tesla in 2016.  He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity to move into the east coast markets.  Benoy was the Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners which is a national solar installer where he focused on project finance solutions for commercial scale solar projects.  He also worked for Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund, where he analyzed potential investments in renewable energy projects and worked on maximizing the financial return of the projects in the portfolio.  Benoy also worked on the sale of all of the renewable energy projects in Ridgewood's portfolio.   He was in the Energy Structured Finance practice for Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services practice at Ernst & Young.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. He has a MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from the Stern School of Business at New York University.  Benoy was an Alumni Scholar at the Stern School of Business.    James (JD) Dillon CHIEF MARKETING & CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE OFFICER at Tigo Energy JD leads branding, demand generation, and communications functions in addition to the technical service and support teams at Tigo Energy. His experience spans the U.S. Armed Forces, semiconductors, solid-state drives, as well as solar hardware and software solutions. His functional leadership has impacted pricing, new product introduction, customer experience, and communications at all levels. Prior to joining Tigo in 2020, JD spent over 3 years as the VP of Marketing and Pricing at Enphase Energy. Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   JD Dillon Website:  https://www.tigoenergy.com/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jd-dillon/   Summer Solstice Fundraiser Join Reneu Energy, Positive Deviancy, and the Solar Maverick Podcast for the 2025 Summer Solstice Fundraiser! Celebrate the warm weather with us at the Summer Solstice Fundraiser, hosted by Reneu Energy, Positive Deviancy ,and the Solar Maverick Podcast. This special evening will take place on Thursday, June 5th, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Hudson Hall in Jersey City, NJ. We'll also be raising funds for the Let's Share the Sun Foundation, which aids impoverished communities in harnessing solar energy. Event Highlights: -Venue: Hudson Hall, a Czech biergarten and smokehouse co-owned by Benoy, CEO of Reneu Energy. -Time: 6 PM to 10 PM, with delicious food throughout the evening. -Tickets: $50 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/reneuenergy/1653652  

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