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Perhaps it's the biggest question science has left to answer, how did life begin? Now, molecular biologists in Cambridge university have discovered tiny molecules of RNA which they say might provide some clues. Science journalist and author Philip Ball explains what we know and whether we'll ever find the origins of life on earth.Professor Michael Wooldridge has given this year's Royal Society's Michael Faraday Prize lecture. He speaks to Tom Whipple about why the AI we have is not what he wanted it to be; rational. And science columnist at the Financial Times Anj Ahuja brings her favourite new science to discuss.To discover more fascinating science content, head to bbc.co.uk, search for BBC Inside Science and follow the links to The Open University. Presenter: Tom Whipple Producer: Kate White, Katie Tomsett, Clare Salisbury and Alex Mansfield Editor: Martin Smith Production Co-ordinator: Jana Bennett-Holesworth
The chief conductor of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra on the chair of spikes which accompanied his early musical career, and why he doesn't tone down his Italian self for work (R)During his Suzuki lessons in Turin, Italy, a young Umberto Clerici was sitting up straight on a chair full of spikes, lest his posture slip.Umberto chose the cello as his instrument, mainly because it wasn't the violin, which sounded like a cat in a washing machine when played by the older students in his neighbourhood.Throughout his career playing in orchestras around the world, Umberto has gone to great lengths to let the music filter through him, to embody the meaning behind the notes, to learn what the composer thought or felt.Today Umberto Clerici is the chief conductor of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.To binge even more great episodes of the ‘Conversations podcast' with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, singers, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.
In the second hour, David Haugh and Clay Harbor were joined by Tribune reporter Brad Biggs to share what he learned from Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson on Tuesday at the NFL Combine. After that, Haugh and Harbor reacted to Johnson reiterating his dislike of the Packers.
What if losing everything was actually the beginning of your greatest chapter? In this episode, Jeff Martinovich shares an extraordinary story of building and losing a billion-dollar wealth management firm and then fighting his way back from federal prison. Jeff is the founder and former CEO of MICG Investment Management, which grew to over $1 billion in assets and 100 associates in Newport News, Virginia. After the 2008 financial crisis triggered regulatory scrutiny, Jeff refused three federal plea offers, went to trial against the U.S. government, and was sentenced to 14 years in prison. But that wasn't the end. Representing himself with a number-two pencil and a manual typewriter from the prison law library, Jeff filed over 500 motions, had trial court decisions reversed five times, and got two federal judges removed, walking free nearly seven years early. Today he advises 19 companies, speaks to CEO groups worldwide, and is the author of When Not If: A CEO's Guide to Overcoming Adversity, published by Forbes Books in January 2024. Jeff lives in Norfolk, Virginia with his wife Ashley and their young children. The relationship that transformed Jeff's life: his wife Ashley. She had worked in his mortgage company years before his conviction, and about a year and a half into his prison sentence, she sent him a love letter out of the blue, saying she had always loved him and would stand by him until they won. She then drove seven hours each way to visit him once a month for seven years in what Jeff describes as a horrific prison visiting room. On the day he was released, she was waiting at the front gates to bring him home. They are now married with a young daughter, Carly, a miracle Jeff says he never deserved and considers his greatest motivation. [00:03:40] Kurt and Kristen LudHart: The Introduction That Started It All Kevin credits Kurt and Kristen LudHart for connecting him with Jeff Jeff agrees on the power of trust-based introductions cutting through surface-level noise Demonstrates how the right relationships open doors quickly and authentically [00:04:43] What Jeff Does Today: Rebuilding After Ruin Now works with a portfolio of 19 companies, helping CEOs and management teams grow Has a team of experienced advisors; also runs a law firm and investment funds Focused on helping owners create secure jobs, community impact, and charity support Describes the last five years as a full business resurrection [00:08:02] The Backstory: Air Force Academy to Billion-Dollar Firm Attended the U.S. Air Force Academy, served at Langley Air Force Base during the First Gulf War Got his MBA at night while at Langley, then entered finance as a rookie cold-calling stockbroker Built MICG Investment Management in Newport News, VA to over $1 billion in assets and 100 associates Grew to include three hedge funds, a mortgage company, insurance company, and real estate firm [00:08:48] The 2008 Crisis and the Government Comes Knocking The 2008 financial crisis triggered regulatory crackdowns on approximately 2,000 second-tier firms MICG was too large to avoid the radar and too small to write a $200 million check to make regulators move on Jeff was offered three federal plea deals and refused all three Sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after a five-week trial [00:11:20] The Prison Law Library and 500 Motions Sent to a violent prison in New Jersey, not the minimum-security facility typical for white-collar cases Began helping other inmates with their cases, filing over 300 motions for others Through this service, taught himself federal criminal law entirely by doing Filed over 500 motions in his own case using a number-two pencil and a manual typewriter [00:12:50] The Three Pillars That Got Him Through Physical: committed to 1% improvement every day, weights and running the track, not just for protection but for endorphins and the energy to stay proactive Intellectual: read 26 classics from the prison library and discovered a love of literature he never would have found otherwise Spiritual: read the Bible front to back multiple times; got into yoga and meditation to channel his anger into something productive Key mindset: treat adversity like a marathon, not a sprint, because it will take way longer than you think [00:18:26] The Academy Roommate: From Prison to $8 Million Exit Air Force Academy roommate flew out on Jeff's second day home from prison Had several struggling companies and needed someone he could trust completely Jeff and a team of Academy basketball and rugby teammates merged four losing companies Sold to California private equity two years later for $8 million Jeff's deep pride: these men had visited him in prison when he had nothing, and this was his way of giving back [00:20:32] Ashley's Love Letter: The Relationship That Changed Everything About a year and a half into his sentence, Jeff received a love letter from Ashley, a former employee She wrote that she had always loved him and would stand by him no matter what Drove seven hours each way to visit him once a month for seven years Was waiting at the front gates the day he was released and brought him home [00:24:20] The 12-Man Room: Jumping on Tony's Back Describes a late-night prison confrontation: a large inmate named Tony began brutally beating a smaller Guatemalan man over commissary pricing Jeff had spent months helping Tony with legal paperwork to get him transferred to a minimum-security camp In the middle of the night, Jeff ran across the room and jumped on Tony's back, screaming that he was about to ruin his transfer Tony came to his senses, went back to bed, everyone survived [00:27:11] The Book and the Mission: When Not If Forbes Books published When Not If: A CEO's Guide to Overcoming Adversity in January 2024 Amazon #1 bestseller; available on Amazon and at jeffmartinovich.com Two halves: 20 lessons on how to prepare before a black swan event, and 20 lessons on what to do differently once it arrives Jeff's goal: help business leaders avoid the mistakes he made on the way up and survive the ones they can't prevent [00:30:06] Final Message: You Can Get Through Anything Life doesn't throw curve balls, it throws bazookas, and Jeff lost everything down to zero Message to anyone going through something terrible: you can get through anything, you just have to get through it Believes God gives incredible rewards on the other side of the tunnel for those who endure Humbled by how many people share their own terrible stories after his speeches, proving everyone carries something [00:32:57] Own Your Story: Turning Disadvantages Into Advantages 99% of people run and hide after catastrophic public failures; Jeff chose the opposite At the start of every meeting, he tells his story directly before anyone can Google it This transparency consistently attracts trust, admiration, and deeper connection Malcolm Gladwell's principle in action: turn disadvantages into advantages KEY QUOTES "Don't run away. Own your story. Be as transparent and strong as you can. And when you own your story, it becomes the thing that attracts incredible people to you." - Jeff Martinovich "I literally lost a billion-dollar firm and everything down to 0.00. But what I want to give other people is hope and inspiration. You can go through anything as long as you get through it. You just gotta get through it." - Jeff Martinovich "The more people I help, the more the universe takes care of us. I learned that even in prison. The day I got home, I just started helping as many people as possible, mostly at 5 AM for free, and it has just exploded into all these blessings." - Jeff Martinovich CONNECT WITH JEFF MARTINOVICH
Alejandro Peña Esclusa of the Venezuelan opposition reports that following high-level US visits, Cuban assets began exiting Venezuela, with Delcy Rodriguez reportedly leading a directed government under US guidance signaling a major shift in influence.1912 CARACAS
3. Bunker 3: The Republican Insurgency and Robert Taft's Vision. Robert Taft championed an "Asia First" foreign policy while Joe McCarthy began hijacking the Republican agenda, transforming domestic political debates into a fierce anti-communist crusade. Guest: Nick Bunker.
Where should we start when we want to evangelize someone? Jesus began with the knowledge of God.
We heard earlier this week that SKy was thinking of taking a solo trip up to Oregon during our next break. Well... the plans are slowly crumbling when the exact reason she wants this trip gets in the way of making it happen...
A simple flea market visit in Kentucky leads to an incredible family reunion with the past. AND What began as a DNA test became a father-son reunion years in the making. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/family-reunion-with-the-past.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/father-son-reunion-in-georgia.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
We heard earlier this week that SKy was thinking of taking a solo trip up to Oregon during our next break. Well... the plans are slowly crumbling when the exact reason she wants this trip gets in the way of making it happen...
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of The Real Talk Kim Podcast. I'm so grateful that you're here. Every time you listen, share, and support, you're helping spread hope, healing, and the message of Jesus around the world. If this episode encouraged you, make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an update, and don't forget to subscribe to the Real Talk Kim YouTube channel for powerful messages, morning prayer sessions, and more uplifting content every week. If you're interested in advertising on this podcast or having Real Talk Kim as a guest on your podcast, radio show, or TV show, reach out to collab@realtalkkim.com Let's stay connected! All things Real Talk Kim – realtalkkim.com All things Limitless Church – limitlesschurch.live Shop my Brand! – rtkstyle.com
What started the focus on nutrition in the backcountry? Ethan and Kevin discuss the science behind Hydrate & Recover, the modern age hydration product that started it all.Be sure to like and subscribe to Keep Up on the latest trends in the backcountry and in nutrition!Have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss? Drop it in the comments below or over on our Facebook community page.Wilderness Athlete Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/watribe Contact Us: https://wildernessathlete.com/
Liam Nolan speaks to young Ukrainian men who have left the country since the war
How much of an influence has your home water had on your life as an angler? Has it shaped how you approach the water? The kind of fly fishing you love the most? What else has it taught you that you still remember, all these years later? In the second episode of the Fly Fishing Stories series here at Untangled, Spencer Durrant weaves multiple stories of growing up on his home river, and how it shaped the angler he is today.
BREAK UP WITH BROKE: amyvanmeijl.com/breakupwithbrokeThe audio journey designed to release worry, reframe debt and recalibrate your thinking to welcome in expansion and wealth into your life.Not all relationships are meant to last babe. If you're still struggling with worrying about your money and bills, if you feel fear that you don't have enough or you'll mess it all up when you get more, this program is for you.
The GameAbove Sports Bowl, formerly the Motor City Bowl, is no more. On3's Brett McMurphy reported earlier this week the Detroit-based bowl was shutting its doors, ending a 29-year run. It debuted as the Motor City Bowl, rebranded as the Little Caesars Bowl in 2009, shifted to the Quick Lane Bowl in 2014 and finally the GameAbove Sports Bowl in 2024.The bowl's inaugural matchup — on the day after Christmas — was Ole Miss against Randy-Moss-led Marshall, the Mid-American Conference champion. The Rebels won, 34-31, including a game-sealing strip of Moss by linebacker Broc Kreitz.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
This week, we discuss a new antibody-based nasal spray that protects against the flu: how does it work? Plus, the tiny self-replicating molecule that may give clues to the origins of life on Earth, whether we should regulate "mirror life" research, and how bacteria protect oak trees from drought and other stresses... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Deacon Victor Valenzuela is assigned to St. Mary Church in Fullerton. He is married, with two adult children. He is a licensed social worker who is retired from 31 years of employment at Kaiser Permanente. He is a former seminarian who has worked in a variety of ministries. His wife is Diane. Today, Deacon Victor talks with guests Susan & Matt Heffron. Support the show
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Esselstyn and Campbell share how global research and a chance meeting led to the birth of modern plant-based heart disease reversal. #HeartReversal #PlantBasedResearch #NutritionScience #HealthTalks
U.S. stocks drift after big rallies that began in Asia run out of momentum.
Here's the DNA of Chatham Community Church from the beginning: God - given burden for Chatham County to know Jesus Hustle, sacrifice, risk, grit, determination Dependence on God ' s presence, faithfulness , and grace.
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Little by Little Homeschool - Homeschooling, Motherhood, Homemaking, Education, Family
Wouldn't it be so nice to sit down across from each other at a cute coffee shop and chat all things homeschool? And I would promise to answer all of your questions, including the one where you want to know what I wish that I knew when I began. Until we can meet in person, how about you grab a cup of your favorite hot cocoa, tea, or coffee and pop your earbuds in? I've already admitted to my fair share of homeschool mistakes on the podcast and I am not ashamed of these 4 things that I will share with you today. The goal? Well, it's for you to glean a little from what I would do differently. Take what will work for you and leave behind the rest! ♥ Leigh DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship SIMPLIFY YOUR MEAL PLANNING https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/meal Website - https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter - https://littlebylittlehomeschool.myflodesk.com/subscribe Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Listen to these related episodes: 389. Homeschooling Golden Ticket: Family Style Learning 401. How To Raise Your Homeschoolers NOT To Be A Nominal Christian 423. What If My Homeschooler Is The "Bad Kid?"
Tim Mahoney, owner of The Loon Cafe in Minnesota and St. Paul, joins Chad to illustrate the many challenges his many restaurants face now since the beginning of Operation Metro Surge and says he won't be able to hang on much longer if it continues this way.
The GOAT problem: finding a better way to achieve than simply being 'better than.' The temptation to a comparison competition is so universal and strong it might seem inevitable. Maybe understanding where it came from - how it is part of the oldest battle in the universe - will help us find a better way. Maybe seeing Jesus in his own battle with 'better than will show us a better way. First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you! Head over to: http://bit.ly/connectcardccc. Connect with us! Do you have any prayer request? Send us a message. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/capecodchurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capecodchurch/ Website: http://capecodchurch.com Connect Card: https://bit.ly/connectcardccc
Sean McMeekin discusses Molotov's 1940 Berlin visit, noting Stalin's brazen demands for influence in Bulgaria and Turkey caused talks to collapse, prompting Hitler to plan Operation Barbarossa, while Roosevelt began lifting moral embargoes anticipating a German-Soviet clash.1931 STALIN AND BERIA
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To close the 10-year anniversary series, I'm sharing the very first episode of the Authentic Parenting podcast, recorded in 2015 and lost for many years. Listening back, I was surprised that it began with such a humble and honest conversation about overwhelm in the lives of busy mothers. Thank you for being part of the Authentic Parenting global community. Ten Years, Many Lessons: A Personal Message to Begin 2026 10 Years of Podcasting: Revisiting Our 100th Milestone Episode 10-Year Celebration: Parenting, Podcasting & the Green Stroller Moment Ten Minutes, Ten Years Ago: A Conversation With My 10-Year-Old Traditions, Transitions, and Why 2017 Was an Important Year for the Authentic Parenting Podcast Milestone Episode 300: Listener Voicemails, Podcast Evolution, and Behind-the-Scenes Secrets 10 Years of Authentic Parenting: A Monthly Special Episode with Real Parenting Stories Episode 400: The Listeners Put Me on the Spot - 10-Year Anniversary Celebration Continues
From Consulting to Commerce Engines: Neil Twa on Amazon FBA, Algorithms, and Scaling With Intention In this episode of Uncomplicate It!, I sit down with Neil Twa, CEO and Co Founder of Voltage Holdings and co author of Almost Automated Income with FBA, for a real conversation about walking away from corporate security, embracing risk with intention, and building businesses designed to support life not consume it.Neil didn't leave IBM because he had everything figured out. He left because a series of life events created a moment where staying comfortable was no longer an option. From losing a mentor who expanded his view of abundance to being told his division was relocating overseas, Neil shares how those catalysts pushed him to finally take the leap many people talk themselves out of.We coverThe moment most people miss because fear feels safer than changeBurning the boats without burning bridgesWhy hustle culture and vanity metrics quietly break long term successAmazon FBA explained beyond hype and misinformationHow algorithms become engines when you understand demand and intentBuilding brands as saleable assets not side hustlesWhy relationships always outperform transactionsKey TakeawaysReal leverage comes from systems not hustleAlmost automated still requires ownership and leadershipBuilding to exit forces better decisions from day oneThe best entrepreneurs design businesses around life not egoLong term success compounds when purpose value and profit alignThis is a practical, no-fluff episode for founders and operators who want to build real leverage, scale with intention, and create businesses that support their life not just their revenue.Connect with Neil Twa:Website: https://voltagedm.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neiltwa/Follow Us:
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AP correspondent Laurence Brooks reports on fears in the Middle East of a possible U.S. strike on Iran.
On this episode of The 3DO Experience we cover the original 1998 Army Men title created for the PC and Game Boy Color!Check Out Call of Duty: Thrak Ops: https://superpodnetwork.com/podcast/call-of-duty-thrak-opsProud Member of https://superpodnetwork.com/Follow us at: https://linktr.ee/ThebarberwhogamesFollow Thrak at: https://bsky.app/profile/thrak.bsky.socialCheck out Thraks streams at: https://www.twitch.tv/thrak94
In part two with Ashley and Jered Gruber we unpack how their journey into cycling photography truly began.From a chance meeting sparked by a flat tire in Athens, Georgia, to moving to Europe with no real plan, a €1,500 car, and a pocket-sized camera, this episode traces the early years that shaped their visual language.Jered and Ashley share how racing dreams shifted into storytelling, why landscapes and atmosphere mattered more than finish-line shots, and how shooting differently helped them find space in a crowded world of race photography.The conversation dives into their first Castelli shoots, the Koppenberg with Andreas Klier, the iconic Passo Giau image with Peter Stetina, and the unexpected chain of events that led them to shoot the Giro d'Italia. Along the way, they reflect on learning by doing, working without moto access, and building trust as a creative duo within the chaos of professional cycling.This episode explores cycling photography from the inside out — not just how images are made, but why they're made that way.________
The Hebrew Scriptures reveal that the Messiah would be far more than a teacher. This message uncovers an ancient Jewish prophecy that shows Messiah's eternal origin.
Send us a text As the saying goes, "You could be so close to the Truth, but yet so far from it", and that's exactly what actually happened with scribes and pharisees when they saw Jesus writing on the ground using "His Finger". May this sermon/teaching be a blessing to you all. Support the show
In this episode of People, Process, Progress of the New River Valley, I sit down with Jennifer Prevette, founder of The Burg Box, a locally rooted gift box company built around community, craftsmanship, and care.Jennifer shares her journey from studying architecture at Virginia Tech to working in marketing, to becoming a full-time mom, and eventually building a business that connects people through thoughtfully curated boxes featuring local makers. We talk about faith, intention, and what it really looks like to build something meaningful and sustainable, one box at a time.Connect with Jennifer and The Burg Box:Start with the website to explore current boxes and local makers: https://www.theburgbox.com/Follow on Instagram for new releases and behind-the-scenes updates: https://www.instagram.com/the_burg_box/?hl=enConnect on Facebook for community updates and gifting ideas: https://www.facebook.com/theburgbox/More conversations highlighting the people, process, and progress shaping the New River Valley at https://peopleprocessprogress.com
We back for a short time not a long time. We begin this episode with a woman who began a relationship with a man who raped her. Dating questions get lighter after this heavy conversation.www.awkwardreadheadmedia.com
(0:00) Intro(1:45) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel(2:31) Start of interview(3:04) Jeff's origin story. Began career in investment banking at First Boston before transitioning to a 25-year run as CFO across media companies (King World, Nielsen) and tech (DoubleClick, Oracle).(7:16) Transitioning to Bessemer Venture Partners.(8:40) Focusing on his board career and audit committee member. ValueClick, Priceline (Booking Holdings).(11:06) Growth in Public vs. Private Markets(12:49) The State of European Entrepreneurial Ecosystem(13:41) The Role of BVP CFO Council(15:31) Understanding California and Silicon Valley's Unique Culture(18:44) AI's impact on the CFO role(20:54) Dynamics Between CEOs and CFOs(23:12) CFOs in Startups vs. Public Companies "We've observed that about 5% of the headcount of any co' at any size is in the finance dpt.")(25:25) CFOs as Board Members(27:35) Board decisions on CEO hiring and firing. "The CEO's role is to articulate an effective strategy, to hire a great team, and then to execute that strategy well using that great team." "If over five years the CEO has never changed their mind based on board input, you have the wrong board."(30:36) On effective Board Composition(32:41) Navigating Shareholder Activism, including his experience at Twilio(37:35) The Debate: Stay Private or Go Public. "There are three ownership structures: public companies, PE-owned companies (where PE controls CEO), and founder-controlled private companies" "I think you're going to see quite a few companies stay private forever or for decades."(39:30) Preparing for the Future of Venture Capital (41:13) Optimizing Board Meeting Content. "Effective boards: 2/3 of time on未made decisions. Ineffective boards: show and tell." "Best-run companies: CEO encourages board members to meet with executives outside board meetings."(45:50) Books that have greatly influenced his life:The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life by Alice Shroeder (2008)My Early Life by Winston Churchill (1930) How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish (1980)(47:07) His mentors (50:50) Quotes that he thinks of often or lives his life by "You want to live your life to have a seamless web of deserved trust" by Charlie Munger(53:15) An unusual habit or an absurd thing that he loves. Reading adventure stories from G.H. Henty(54:01) The living person he most admires: Warren BuffettJeff Epstein is an operating partner of Bessemer Venture Partners where he leads BVP's CFO Council. He is a former CFO of Oracle and currently serves on the boards of Autodesk, AvePoint, Okta, and Twilio (previously at Kaiser Permanente and Booking Holdings). You can follow Evan on social media at:X: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__To support this podcast you can join as a subscriber of the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at https://evanepstein.substack.com/__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
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The Winter Olympics bring athletes from around the world together to compete in cold-weather sports like skiing, skating, and hockey. The first Winter Olympics were held in 1924 in France. Since then, the games have grown to include many exciting events such as snowboarding, bobsledding, and figure skating. Athletes train for years to compete at the highest level, often in freezing conditions. The Winter Olympics celebrate skill, teamwork, and determination while showing how people from different countries can come together through sports.
In hour one, the Harbaugh dream is officially over and Stephen Ross learned a tough lesson. The Hurricanes wearing white on Monday is important. Gino Torretta previews the College Football National Championship and explains why he likes Miami to win.
Are you a “jump and the net will appear” kind of person, {{ subscriber.first_name }}? Personally, I like to have some sort of net. But, as this this week's guest on the Build Your Copywriting Business podcast taught me, you can get creative with that net. CCA student and copywriter extraordinaire Daniel is sharing how five days after he quit his sales job, he moved to Thailand. I know, you're like, “But Nicki, you said he had a net.”
ARRESTING THE CABINET AND DEFINING CLASS A CRIMES Colleague Professor Gary J. Bass. As MacArthur's occupation forces arrived in a ruined Tokyo, they began arresting suspects, including former Prime Minister Tojo Hideki, who botched a suicide attempt. The upcoming International Military Tribunal for the Far Eastcategorized offenses into Class A (aggressive war), Class B (conventional war crimes), and Class C (crimes against humanity). Prosecutors utilized the discovered diary of Kido Koichi, the Emperor's advisor, to map decision-making, though the Emperor himself remained untouched. Notably, while General Matsui was charged for the Nanjing Massacre, the Emperor's uncle, Prince Asaka, who was also commanding troops there, escaped prosecution entirely. NUMBER 31930 TOKYO
Some warnings don't come from friends, parents, or gut instincts. Sometimes… they come from the dark. Jessica was only eighteen when a whisper in the night begged her not to trust the man she was about to marry. Hours later, a shadow figure stood at the foot of her bed—watching, waiting, and dissolving the moment she moved. What followed was a haunting that didn't cling to a house… but to moments of emotional collapse. The shadow returned whenever her life began to unravel. And later, after marriage, abuse, and escape, another presence appeared—a solemn little girl who showed herself only on the days Jessica was most tempted to go back to the man who hurt her. Was it a warning? A protector? A reflection of her own survival instincts? Or something else entirely—something that stepped forward only when Jessica's life was in danger of sliding backward? #RealGhostStoriesOnline #TrueGhostStory #ShadowFigure #ParanormalWarning #HauntedLife #SupernaturalEncounter #GhostlyVisitation #SpiritProtector #CreepyExperiences #UnexplainedPhenomena Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
Some warnings don't come from friends, parents, or gut instincts. Sometimes… they come from the dark. Jessica was only eighteen when a whisper in the night begged her not to trust the man she was about to marry. Hours later, a shadow figure stood at the foot of her bed—watching, waiting, and dissolving the moment she moved. What followed was a haunting that didn't cling to a house… but to moments of emotional collapse. The shadow returned whenever her life began to unravel. And later, after marriage, abuse, and escape, another presence appeared—a solemn little girl who showed herself only on the days Jessica was most tempted to go back to the man who hurt her. Was it a warning? A protector? A reflection of her own survival instincts? Or something else entirely—something that stepped forward only when Jessica's life was in danger of sliding backward? #RealGhostStoriesOnline #TrueGhostStory #ShadowFigure #ParanormalWarning #HauntedLife #SupernaturalEncounter #GhostlyVisitation #SpiritProtector #CreepyExperiences #UnexplainedPhenomena Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
THE ORIGINS OF THE INVESTIGATION AND THE ALLEGATIONS OF ARI BEN-MENASHE Colleague Craig Unger. Unger details how the "October Surprise" investigation began, sparked by a 1991 op-ed from former National Security Council member Gary Sick. Unger, then working with Esquire and later Newsweek, collaborated with investigative reporter Bob Parry to uncover the truth. A key but controversial source was Ari Ben-Menashe, a rogue Israeli intelligence operative who claimed that Bill Casey met with Iranians in Madrid in July 1980 to negotiate a delay in the hostages' release in exchange for arms. Ben-Menashe further alleged that George H.W. Bush traveled to Paris in October 1980 to finalize the deal. Although these sources were often dismissed as disreputable, Unger argues that investigating illegal arms dealing necessitates speaking to operatives within that shadow world, despite the risk to a journalist's career. NUMBER 3
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