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Last time we spoke about the Changkufeng Incident. In a frost-bitten dawn along the Chaun and Tumen rivers, a border notched with memory becomes the stage for a quiet duel of will. On one side, Japanese officers led by Inada Masazum study maps, mud, and the hill known as Changkufeng, weighing ground it offers and the risk of war. They glimpse a prize, high ground that could shield lines to Korea—yet they sense peril in every ridge, every scent of winter wind. Across the line, Soviet forces tighten their grip on the crest, their eyes fixed on the same hill, their tents and vehicles creeping closer to the border. The air hums with cautious diplomacy: Moscow's orders pulse through Seoul and Harbin, urging restraint, probing, deterring, but never inviting full-scale conflict. Yet every patrol, every reconnaissance, seems to tilt the balance toward escalation.   #177 The point of no return for the USSR and Japan 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. Days passed and the local emissaries had not been released by the Russians. Domei reported from Seoul that the authorities were growing worried; the "brazen" actions of Soviet front-line forces infuriated the Manchurians and Japanese. From Seoul, too, came ominous news that villagers were preparing to evacuate because they feared fighting would soon begin in the Changkufeng area. While diplomatic activity continued in Moscow without effect, the Tokyo press continued to report intense military activity throughout the Soviet Far East—the greatest massing of troops in months, with planes, armored cars, and motorized equipment choking the Trans-Siberian railway. The press was dominated by commentary about the danger of war. One enterprising Tokyo publisher ran advertisements under the heading: "The Manchukuo-Soviet Border Situation Is Urgent—Ours Is the Only Detailed Map of the Soviet Far East: Newspaper-size, in seven clear colors, offset printed, only 50 sen." Although the Manchukuoan foreign office issued a statement on 20 July about the dire consequences the Soviets were inviting, it is probable that the next Russian actions, of a conciliatory nature, were reached independently. Either Moscow had taken almost a week to make the decision, or the diplomatic conversations there had had an effect. Local Japanese authorities reported inactivity on the Changkufeng front from the morning of 23 July. On the next day, word was received that the USSR proposed to return the two emissaries as "trespassers." At midday on 26 July, the Russians released the blindfolded agents at a border site along the Novokievsk road. After completing the formalities, the Japanese asked the Russians for a reply concerning local settlement of the incident. According to Japanese sources, the "flustered" Colonel Grebennik answered: "My assignment today was merely to turn over the envoys. As for any request about the Changkufeng Incident, our guard commander must have asked for instructions from the central government. I think this is the type of matter which must be answered by the authorities at Moscow through diplomatic channels." Grebennik's postwar recollection does not differ appreciably from the Japanese version. Soviet sources mention a second effort by the Japanese military to deliver a message under more forceful circumstances. On 23 July a Soviet border unit drove off a four-man party. Russian cavalry, sent to investigate, discovered that the Japanese had pulled down a telegraph pole, severed lines 100–150 meters inside Soviet territory, absconded with wire, and left behind a white flag and a letter. Undated, unsigned, and written in Korean, the message struck Grebennik as being substantively the same as the communication delivered formally by the emissaries on 18 July. Japanese materials make no reference to a second, informal effort by local forces, but there is little reason to doubt that such an attempt, perhaps unauthorized, was made. Although Japanese efforts at low-level negotiations came to naught, two observations emerged from the local authorities and the press. First, on-the-spot negotiations had broken down; it had been difficult even to reclaim the emissaries, and the Russians in the Posyet region were using various pretexts to refer matters to diplomatic echelons. Second, the Russians had released the men. Some interpreted this as the first evidence of Soviet sincerity; possibly, the USSR would even return Matsushima's body as a step toward settlement. Other Japanese observers on the scene warned the public that it was imperative to stay on guard: "All depends on how diplomacy proceeds and how the front-line troops behave." Yet the excitement in the Japanese press began to abate. It is difficult to ascertain the nature of the decision-making process on the Russian side after the Japanese attempted local negotiations. The Soviets contend that nothing special had been undertaken before the Japanese provoked matters at the end of July. Grebennik, however, admits that after receiving the two Japanese communications, "we started to prepare against an attack on us in the Lake Khasan area." He and a group of officers went to Changkufeng Hill and sent as many border guards there as possible. Although he personally observed Japanese troops and instructed his officers to do the same, he denied categorically that the Russians constructed trenches and fortifications. Only the observation of Manchurian territory was intensified while instructions were awaited from higher headquarters. For its part, the Korea Army was carrying out Imperial general headquarters first instructions while pursuing a wait-and-see policy. On 16 July, Korea Army Headquarters wired an important operations order to Suetaka. With a view toward a possible attack against intruders in the Khasan area, the army planned to make preparations. The division commander was to alert stipulated units for emergency dispatch and send key personnel to the Kyonghun sector to undertake preparations for an attack. Lt. Col. Senda Sadasue, BGU commander of the 76th Infantry Regiment, was to reconnoiter, reinforce nearby districts, and be ready for emergencies. Particular care was enjoined not to irritate the Soviet side. Maj. Gen. Yokoyama Shinpei, the Hunchun garrison commander, was to maintain close contact with the BGU and take every precaution in guarding the frontiers. Like Senda, Yokoyama was warned against irritating the Russians. Korea Army Headquarters also dispatched staff to the front and had them begin preparations, envisaging an offensive. Upon receipt of the army order, Suetaka issued implementing instructions from his Nanam headquarters at 4:30 A.M. on the 17th. The following units were to prepare for immediate alert: the 38th Infantry Brigade Headquarters, 75th Infantry Regiment, 27th Cavalry Regiment, 5th Antiaircraft Regiment, and 19th Engineer Regiment. The same instructions applied to the next units, except that elements organic to the division were designated: the 76th Infantry Regiment, 25th Mountain Artillery Regiment, and 15th Heavy Field Artillery Regiment. Another order enjoined utmost care not to irritate the Russians; Japanese actions were to be masked. Next came a directive to the forces of Senda and K. Sato. The former comprised mainly the 76th Infantry BGU and a cavalry platoon. The latter was built around the 75th Infantry Regiment, the Kucheng garrison unit, another cavalry platoon, two mountain artillery and one heavy field artillery battalion, and the 19th Engineers. Suetaka's idea about a solution to the border troubles had become concrete and aggressive. From the night of July 17, concentration would be accomplished gradually. The exact timing of the attack would be determined by subsequent orders; in Senda's area, there was no such restriction regarding "counteraction brought on by enemy attack." Division signal and intendant officers would conduct reconnaissance related to communications, billeting, food, and supplies. Sato and his subordinates were to reconnoiter personally. Having ordered the division to begin concentration and to stand by, Korea Army Headquarters was prepared the next morning, July 17, to direct the movement. Nevertheless, there was concern in Seoul that Suetaka's advance elements might cross the Tumen River into Manchurian territory, which could result in a clash with Soviet troops. Such an outcome might run counter to the principle established by Imperial general headquarters. Consequently, it was decided that "movement east of the river would therefore have to be forbidden in the Korea Army's implementing order." Nakamura transmitted his operational instructions to Suetaka at 6:00 on July 17: "No great change in latest situation around Lake Khasan. Soviet forces are still occupying Changkufeng area. Diplomaticlevel negotiations on part of central authorities and Manchukuoan government do not appear to have progressed. Considering various circumstances and with view to preparations, this army will concentrate elements of 19th Division between Shikai, Kyonghun, Agochi." Restrictions stipulated that the division commander would transport the units by rail and motor vehicle and concentrate them in the waiting zone in secret. Movement was to begin on the night of July 17 and to be completed the next day. Further orders, however, must govern unit advance east of the Tumen as well as use of force. The remainder of the division was to stay ready to move out. Troops were to carry rations for about two weeks.   Late that day, Suetaka received an order by phone for his subordinates in line with Seoul's instructions. Senda would handle the concentration of elements assembling at Kyonghun, and Sato would do the same for the main units arriving at Agochi. A communications net was to be set up quickly. Caution was to be exercised not to undertake provocative actions against the opposite bank of the Tumen, even for reconnaissance. The division would dispatch two trains from Hoeryong and four from Nanam. At 11:58 pm on 18 July, the first train left Hoeryong for Agochi. Concentration of units was completed by dawn. By that time, the Japanese had dispatched to the border 3,236 men and 743 horses. Past midnight on 20 July, Division Chief of Staff Nakamura wired headquarters that the division was ready to take any action required, having completed the alert process by 11 pm. Japanese scouting of the Changkufeng sector began in earnest after mid-July. Although the affair had seemed amenable to settlement, Sato took steps for an emergency from around the 14th. His thoughts centered on readiness for an attack against Changkufeng, which simultaneously required reconnaissance for the assault and preparation to pull the regiment back quickly to Hoeryong if a withdrawal was ordered. After arriving at Haigan on 18 July, Sato set out with several engineers. At Kucheng, the officers donned white Korean clothing, presumably the disguise directed by the division—and boarded native oxcarts for a leisurely journey southward along the Korean bank of the Tumen across from Changkufeng. The seemingly innocent "farmers" studied the river for crossing sites and Changkufeng Hill for the extent of enemy activity. On the hill's western slope, in Manchurian territory, three rows of Russian entanglements could be observed 300 feet below the crest. Only a handful of soldiers were visible, probably a platoon, certainly not more than a company. Infantry Captain Yamada Teizo conducted secret reconnaissance of the entire Changkufeng-Hill 52 sector for 314 hours in the afternoon of 18 July. Even after intense scanning through powerful binoculars, he could detect no more than 19 lookouts and six horsemen; camouflage work had been completed that day, and there were ten separate covered trench or base points. Barbed wire, under camouflage, extended about four meters in depth, yet even Yamada's trained eye could not determine whether there was one line of stakes or two. He jotted down what he could see and compared his information with that learned from local police. Artillery Colonel R. Tanaka shared the view that the Soviets had intruded. When he went reconnoitering along the Korean bank, he observed Russian soldiers entrenched around the hilltop, easily visible through binoculars at a range of two kilometers. Trenches had been dug 20 to 30 meters below the crest on the western slope. Eventually, there were three rows of barbed wire, the first just below the trenches and the lowest 100 meters under the summit. Tanaka estimated Soviet strength at two companies (about 200 men). Suetaka's intelligence officer, Sasai, recalls seeing barbed wire after Japanese units deployed to the front on 18–19 July; he had surmised then that the entanglements were being prepared out of fear of a Japanese assault.   To obtain first-hand information, the Gaimusho ordered a section chief, Miura Kazu'ichi, to the spot. Between 23 July and the cease-fire in August, Miura collected data at Kyonghun and transmitted reports from the consulate at Hunchun. On 28 July he visited Sozan on the Korean bank. He observed Soviet soldiers on the western slopes of Changkufeng, digging trenches and driving stakes. These actions were clearly on Manchukuoan territory even according to Soviet maps. Miura insisted that he saw no friendly troops on territory claimed by the Russians and observed no provocative actions by the Japanese. These statements are supported by a map drawn for him in early August by Division Staff Officer Saito Toshio, a sketch Miura retained as late as 1947. Miura's testimony is tempered by his assertion that he saw a red flag flying near the top of Changkufeng Hill. This contention conflicts with all evidence, as Russian lawyers at the International Military Tribunal for the Far East argued, it is improbable that a Soviet frontier post, highly interested in camouflage, would have hoisted a pennon so large that it could be seen from Sozan. Russian sources are unanimous in stating that no flag was put up until 6 August and that no trenches or entanglements were established by Soviet border guards in July, at least prior to the 29th. The two Army General staff consultants, Arisue and Kotani, arrived in Seoul on 16 July, the day Korea Army Headquarters was ordering an alert for the 19th Division "with a view toward a possible attack against enemy intruders." Inada dispatched them mainly to inspect the frontline situation; but he had not fully decided on reconnaissance in force. At Shikai, Arisue and Kotani donned Korean garb and traveled by oxcart on the Korean side of the Tumen, reconnoitering opposite the Shachaofeng sector. Kotani was convinced that hostile possession of Changkufeng posed a serious threat to the Korean railway. He agreed with the division's estimate that, if the Japanese did decide to seize Changkufeng, it ought not to be too difficult. Arisue, as senior observer, dispatched messages from Kyonghun to Tokyo detailing their analysis and recommendations. Meanwhile, in Tokyo, on 17 July the central military authorities received a cable from the Japanese envoy in Moscow, Colonel Doi Akio, reporting that prospects for a diplomatic settlement were nil. The USSR was taking a hard line because Japan was deeply involved in China, though there were domestic considerations as well. The Russians, however, showed no intention of using the border incident to provoke war. It would be best for Japan to seize Changkufeng quickly and then press forward with parleys. Meanwhile, Japan should conduct an intensive domestic and external propaganda campaign. There was mounting pressure in the high command that negotiations, conducted "unaided," would miss an opportunity. Based on reports from Arisue and Kotani, that army seemed to be contemplating an unimaginative, ponderous plan: an infantry battalion would cross the Tumen west of Changkufeng and attack frontally, while two more battalions would cross south of Kyonghun to drive along the river and assault Changkufeng from the north. Inada sent a telegram on 17 July to Arisue for "reference." Prospects had diminished that Soviet troops would withdraw as a result of negotiation. As for the attack ideas Arisue mentioned, Inada believed it necessary to prepare to retake Changkufeng with a night attack using small forces. To avoid widening the crisis, the best plan was a limited, surprise attack using ground units. The notion of a surprise attack drew on the Kwantung Army's extensive combat experience in Manchuria since 1931.  The next morning, after the forward concentration of troops was completed, Suetaka went to the front. From Kucheng, he observed the Changkufeng district and decided on concrete plans for use of force. Meanwhile, Nakamura was curbing any hawkish courses at the front. As high-command sources privately conceded later, the younger officers in Tokyo sometimes seemed to think the commander was doing too good a job; there was covert sentiment that it might be preferable if someone in the chain of command acted independently before the opportunity slipped away. This is significant in light of the usual complaints by responsible central authorities about gekokujo—insubordination—by local commands. An important report influencing the high command's view arrived from Kwantung Army Intelligence on 19 July: according to agents in Khabarovsk, the USSR would not let the Changkufeng incident develop into war; Russians also believed there would be no large-scale Soviet intrusion into their territory. By 19 July, the Tokyo operations staff was considering the best method to restore control of the lost hill by force, since Seoul appeared to maintain its laissez-faire stance. On 18 July, Arisue and Kotani were instructed by Imperial General headquarters to assist the Korea Army and the 19th Division regarding the Changkufeng Incident. What the Army general staff operations officers sought was an Imperial General headquarters order, requiring Imperial sanction, that would instruct the Korea Army to evict the Russian troops from Changkufeng the way the Kwantung Army would, using units already under Nakamura's command. The sense was that the affair could be handled locally, but if the USSR sought to escalate the incident, it might be prudent for that to occur before the Hankow operation began. The IGHQ and War Ministry coordinated the drafting of an IGHQ order on 19–20 July: "We deem it advisable to eradicate Soviet challenges . . . by promptly delivering blow on this occasion against unit which crossed border at Changkufeng. That unit is in disadvantageous spot strategically and tactically; thus, probability is scant that dispute would enlarge, and we are investigating countermeasures in any case. Careless expansion of situation is definitely not desired. We would like you people also to conduct studies concerning mode of assault employing smallest strength possible for surprise attack against limited objective. Kindly learn general atmosphere here [Tokyo] from [Operations] Major Arao Okikatsu." The 20th of July proved to be a hectic day in Korea, and even more so in Tokyo. The division had informed the Korea Army that it was finally "ready to go," a message received in Seoul in the early hours. Then Arisue received a wire from Inada presenting limited-attack plans and noting that Arao was on the way. By that day, Japanese intelligence judged there were 400 Soviet troops and two or three mountain guns south of Paksikori. Russian positions at Changkufeng had been reinforced, but no aggressive intentions could be detected. Soviet ground elements, as well as materiel, appeared to be moving from Vladivostok and Slavyanka toward Posyet. Suetaka headed back to the front. Sato told him that it was absolutely necessary to occupy Chiangchunfeng Hill across the Tumen in Manchurian territory. Upon reaching the Wuchiatzu sector and inspecting the situation, Suetaka agreed to send a small unit to Chiangchunfeng on his own authority.  Colonel Sato Kotoku had ordered one company to move across the Tumen toward Chiangchunfeng on 21 July, a maneuver that did not escape the Russians' notice. On 24 July, the same day another Japanese unit occupied Shangchiaoshan Hill, Marshal Blyukher ordered the 40th Rifle Division, stationed in the Posyet area to be placed on combat readiness, with a force of regulars assigned to back the Soviet border guards; two reinforced rifle battalions were detached as a reserve. According to Japanese records, Russian border patrols began appearing around Huichungyuan, Yangkuanping, and Shachaofeng from 26 July, but no serious incidents were reported at that stage. At about 9:30 am on 29 July, Captain Kanda, the 2nd Company commander of Lieutenant Colonel Senda's 76th Border Garrison Unit, was observing the Shachaofeng area from his Kucheng cantonments. Through his glasses, Kanda observed four or five Soviet soldiers engaged in construction on high ground on the west side of Shachaofeng. Kanda notified Senda, who was at BGU Headquarters inspecting the forward areas. Senda transmitted the information to Suetaka. Deciding to cross the Tumen for a closer look, Senda set off with Kanda. A little after 11 am, they reached Chiangchunfeng Hill, where the men from Captain Noguchi's company were already located. Senda verified, to his own satisfaction, that as many as 10 enemy infantrymen had "violated the border" to a depth of 350 meters, "even by the Soviets' contention", and were starting construction 1,000 meters south of Shachaofeng. Senda decided to oust the Russian force "promptly and resolutely," in light of the basic mission assigned his unit. He telephoned Suetaka, who was in Kyonghun, and supplied the intelligence and the recommendation. Subordinates recalled Suetaka's initial reaction when the BGU reported a Soviet intrusion about a mile and a half north of Changkufeng. "The arrogant Russians were making fools of the Japanese, or were trying to. At stake was not a trifling hill and a few invaders, but the honor of the Imperial Army. In the face of this insult, the general became furious. He insisted upon smashing the enemy right away."  Kanda phoned 2nd Lieutenant Sakuma, who was still at Kucheng, and told him to bring his 25-man platoon across the river by 2 pm Sakuma crossed by boat and arrived at 1:30. Kanda set out from Chiangchunfeng at 2:20, took over Sakuma's unit, bore east, and approached within 700 meters of the enemy. He ordered the men not to fire unless fired upon, and to withdraw quickly after routing the Russians. It is said that the Japanese troops were fired upon as they advanced in deployed formation but did not respond at first. In a valley, casualties were incurred and the Japanese finally returned fire. Sakuma's 1st Squad leader took a light machine gun and pinned down the Russians facing him. Sakuma himself pressed forward with his other two squads, taking advantage of the slope to envelop the enemy from the right. At the same time, he sent a patrol to the high ground on the left to cover the platoon's flank. Thanks to the 1st Squad's frontal assault, the Russians had no chance to worry about their wings, and Sakuma moved forward to a point only 30 meters from the foe's rear. Kanda was now 50 meters from the Russians. When the enemy light machine gun let up, he ordered a charge and, in the lead, personally cut down one of the foe. Sakuma also rushed the Soviets, but when about to bring down his saber he was stabbed in the face while another Russian struck him in the shoulder. Grappling with this assailant, Sakuma felled him. Other Japanese attackers sabered two more Russians and shot the rest. By 3:10 pm the eight enemy "trespassers" had been annihilated. The covering patrol reported that five Soviet horsemen, with a light machine gun, were galloping up from Khasan. Sakuma had his platoon fire grenade dischargers, which smashed the enemy. Seventy more Russian soldiers now came, attacking from northwest of the lake and supported by fire from the east side. Using light machine guns and grenade dischargers, Sakuma checked them. Meanwhile, Miyashita's platoon, part of Noguchi's company, had departed from Chiangchunfeng at 2:20 pm and swung right until it reached the crestline between Changkufeng and Kanda's company. One squad faced 200 Russians on Changkufeng; the other faced the enemy south of Shachaofeng. Soviet forces opened intense machine-gun fire from Changkufeng and from the high ground east of the lake. After 20 minutes, Kanda's unit charged, two or three Russians fled, and Miyashita's platoon shot one down. Senda, who had gone with Miyashita, directed the platoon's movements and proceeded north, under fire, to Kanda's unit. Once the Russians had been cleared out, Senda forbade pursuit across the boundary and gradually withdrew his forces to the heights line 800 meters southwest. It was 4:30 then. By 5 pm Soviet reinforcements, apparently brought up from the Changkufeng and Paksikori sectors, advanced anew. With 80 men in the front lines, the enemy pushed across the border to a depth of at least 500 meters, according to the Japanese, and began to establish positions. Several tanks and many troops could be observed in the rear. Senda had Noguchi's company hold Chiangchunfeng. Kanda's unit, reinforced by 33 men from Kucheng, was to occupy the heights southwest of Shachaofeng, while Imagawa's company of the 76th Regiment was to occupy other high ground to the west. Senda then reported the situation to Suetaka in Kyonghun and asked for reinforcements. In Seoul, Army headquarters understood the developments reported by Suetaka as a response to the hostile border violation, and about 20 men of the Kucheng BGU under Lt. Sakuma drove the enemy out between 2:30 and 3 pm. Afterward, Sakuma pulled back to high ground two kilometers south of Yangkuanping to avoid trouble and was now observing the foe. Although Seoul had heard nothing about Japanese losses, Corp. Akaishizawa Kunihiko personally observed that Kanda had been wounded in the face by a grenade and bandaged, that Sakuma had been bayoneted twice and also bandaged, and that the dead lay on the grass, covered with raincoats. According to Suetaka "the enemy who had crossed the border south of Shachaofeng suffered losses and pulled back once as a result of our attack at about 2:30 pm". By about 4:30, Suetaka continued, the Russians had built up their strength and attacked the platoon on the heights southwest of Shachaofeng. Behind the Russian counterattack, there were now several tanks. Earlier, Suetaka noted ominously that several rounds of artillery had been fired from the Changkufeng area; "therefore, we reinforced our units too, between 5 and 6 pm., and both sides are confronting each other." Details as to the fate of Sakuma's platoon are not given, but it is now admitted that casualties were incurred on both sides. The Korea Army Headquarters consequently reported to Tokyo in the evening that, according to information from the division, 20 Japanese had driven out the Russians near Shachaofeng; 25 men from Senda's unit were occupying the heights 600 meters west of Changkufeng; and another 16 men were deployed in ambush at Yangkuanping. Such an enumeration would have tended to suggest that only a few dozen Japanese were across the Tumen on the 29th. But a review of the numbers of combat troops committed and the reinforcements sent by Senda reveals that Japanese strength across the river was in the hundreds by nightfall. In Moscow, Tass reported that on 29 July detachments of Japanese-Manchukuoan intruders had attempted to seize high ground apparently located 0.5 miles north of a Russian position. The assailants had been "completely repelled from Soviet territory, as a result of measures taken by Russian frontier guards," and instructions had been sent to the embassy in Tokyo to protest strongly. Walter Duranty, the veteran American correspondent in Moscow, heard that the Japanese press had published reports, likely intended for internal consumption, that hours of furious fighting had occurred at the points in question. Since the dispatches were unsubstantiated and "failed to gain credence anywhere outside Japan," Duranty claimed this may have forced the Japanese to translate into action their boast of "applying force" unless their demands were satisfied. "Now, it appears, they have applied force, unsuccessfully." The Soviet communiqué on the Shachaofeng affair, despite its firm tone, appeared unostentatiously in the following day's Pravda and Izvestiya under the headline, "Japanese Militarists Continue Their Provocation." The Japanese Embassy in Moscow heard nothing about the Shachaofeng affray until the morning of the 30th, when a wire was received from the Gaimusho that ten Russian soldiers had occupied a position northwest of Changkufeng and had begun trench work until ejected by frontier guards. Since the Russian communiqué spoke of afternoon fighting, American correspondents concluded that Soviet troops must have counterattacked and driven off the Japanese. No additional information was available to the public in Moscow on the 30th, perhaps because it was a holiday. Nevertheless, in the afternoon, Stalin's colleague Kaganovich addressed an immense crowd in Moscow on "Railroad Day" and at the conclusion of a long, vigorous speech said:  "The Soviet Union is prepared to meet all enemies, east or west." It certainly was not a fighting speech and there is no reason to suppose the Soviet will abandon its firm peace policy unless Japan deliberately forced the issue. 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. Diplomacy flickered as Moscow pressed restraint and Tokyo whispered calculated bravado. As July wore on, both sides massed troops, built trenches, and sent scouts across the river. A tense, hidden war unfolded, skirmishes, patrols, and small advances, until a fleeting moment when force collided with restraint, and the hill's future hung in the frost.

Last time we spoke about the Soviet-Japanese Border Conflict. The border between Soviet Manchuria and Japanese-occupied territories emerges not as a single line but as a mosaic of contested spaces, marks, and memories. A sequence of incidents, skirmishes along the Chaun and Tumen rivers, reconnaissance sorties, and the complex diplomacy of Moscow, Tokyo, and peripheral actors to trace how risk escalated from routine patrols to calibrated leverage. On the ground, terrain functioned as both obstacle and argument: ridges like Changkufeng Hill shaping sightlines, river valleys shaping decisions, and markers weathered by snow, wind, and drift. In command tents, officers translated terrain into doctrine: contingency plans, supply routes, and the precarious calculus of restraint versus escalation. Both nations sought to establish firmer defensive barriers against the other. Inevitably they were destined to clash, but how large that clash would become, nobody knew.   #176 The Changkufeng Incident 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 last episode we broke down a general history of the Soviet-Japanese Border Conflict and how it escalated significantly by 1938. Colonel Inada Masazum serving as chief of the 2nd Operations Section within the Operations Bureau in March of 1938 would play a significant role in this story. When the Japanese command's attention was drawn to the area of Changkufeng, consideration was given to the ownership and importance of the disputed high ground. Inada and his operations section turned to an appraisal of the geography. The officers had been impressed by the strategic importance of the Tumen, which served to cut off the hill country from North Korea. In the Changkufeng area, the river was a muddy 600 to 800 meters wide and three to five meters deep. Japanese engineers had described rowing across the stream as "rather difficult."  Russian roads on the left bank were very good, according to Japanese intelligence. Heavy vehicles moved easily; the Maanshan section comprised the Russians' main line of communications in the rear. To haul up troops and materiel, the Russians were obliged to use trucks and ships, for there were no railways apart from a four-kilometer line between the harbor and town of Novokievsk. Near Changkufeng, hardly any roadways were suitable for vehicular traffic. On the right, or Korean, bank of the Tumen, there were only three roads suitable for vehicular traffic, but even these routes became impassable after a day or two of rain. In the sector between Hill 52 to the south and Shachaofeng to the north, the most pronounced eminences were Chiangchunfeng and the humps of Changkufeng. Rocky peaks were characteristically shaped like inverted T's, which meant many dead angles against the crests. The gentle slopes would allow tanks to move but would restrict their speed, as would the ponds and marshes. In general, the terrain was treeless and afforded little cover against aircraft. Against ground observation or fire, corn fields and tall miscanthus grass could provide some shielding. Between Chiangchunfeng and the Tumen, which would have to serve as the main route of Japanese supply, the terrain was particularly sandy and hilly. This rendered foot movement difficult but would reduce the effectiveness of enemy bombs and shells. The high ground east of Khasan afforded bases for fire support directed against the Changkufeng region. Plains characterized the rest of the area on the Soviet side, but occasional streams and swamps could interfere with movement of tanks and trucks. The only towns or villages were Novokievsk, Posyet, Yangomudy, and Khansi. At Kozando there were a dozen houses; at Paksikori, a few. The right bank was farmed mainly by Koreans, whose scattered cottages might have some value for billeting but offered none for cover. On the left bank, the largest hamlets were Fangchuanting, with a population of 480 dwelling in 73 huts, and Yangkuanping, where there were 39 cottages. Shachaofeng was uninhabited. Japanese occupation of Changkufeng would enable observation of the plain stretching east from Posyet Bay, although intelligence made no mention of Soviet naval bases, submarine pens, or airstrips in the immediate area of Posyet, either in existence or being built in 1938. As Inada knew, the Japanese Navy judged that Posyet Bay might have another use, as a site for Japanese landing operations in the event of war. In Russian hands, the high ground would endanger the Korean railway. This line, which started from Najin in northeastern Korea, linked up with the vital system in Manchuria at the town of Tumen and provided a short cut, if not a lifeline, between Japan and the Kwantung Army and Manchuria from across the Sea of Japan. Even from relatively low Changkufeng, six or seven miles of track were exposed to Soviet observation between Hongui and Shikai stations. The port of Najin, with its fortress zone, lay 11 miles southwest; Unggi lay even nearer. It was not the danger of Japanese shelling of Vladivostok, at an incredible range of 80 miles that was at stake but the more realistic hypothesis of Russian shelling of the rail line, and Russian screening of the Soviet side of the border. Hills and questions were thought to have two sides. It was the consensus of Japanese that Changkufeng Hill's potential value to the Russians far outweighed its possible benefits to them, or at least that the Japanese had more to lose if the Russians took the high ground by the Tumen. Inada nurtured few illusions concerning the intrinsic value of the heights. Despite the fact that the high command always had good reasons for quiescence in the north, Inada believed that the latest border difficulty could not be overlooked. By mid-July 1938 Inada's thoughts crystallized. The Japanese would conduct a limited reconnaissance in force known as iryoku teisatsu in the strategic sense. Whereas, at the tactical schoolbook level, this might mean the dispatch of small forces into enemy territory to seek local combat intelligence, at the Imperial General Headquarters level the concept was far more sweeping. There would also be useful evidence of mobilization and other buildup procedures. The affair at Changkufeng was merely a welcome coincidence, something started by the Russians but liable to Japanese exploration. Inada had no intention of seizing territory, of becoming involved in a war of attrition at a remote and minor spot, or of provoking hostilities against the USSR. The Russians would comprehend the nature of the problem, too. If they were interested in interfering seriously with the Japanese, there were numberless better locations to cause trouble along the Manchurian front; those were the places to watch. The cramped Changkufeng sector, described as "narrow like a cat's brow," could too readily be pinched off from Hunchun to render it of strategic value to either side. The bog land to the north interfered with the use of armored forces, while artillery sited on the heights along the Tumen in Korea could as easily control the area as batteries emplaced east of the lake. It was Inada's professional opinion that the Russians could commit three or four infantry divisions there at most, with no mechanized corps—no heavy tanks, in particular. No decisive battle could be waged, although, once the Russians became involved, they might have to cling to the hill out of a sense of honor. The military action would be meaningless even if the Japanese let the Russians have the heights. For their part, the Japanese would ostensibly be fighting to secure the boundary and to hold Changkufeng peak, beyond which they would not move a step onto Soviet soil. There would be no pursuit operations. Troop commitment would be limited to about one division without tank support. Japanese Air Force intervention would be forbidden. Matters would be directed entirely by Imperial General Headquarters working through the Korea Army chain of command and carried out by the local forces. Calm, clear, and dispassionate overall estimates and instructions would be based on materials available only in Tokyo. The command would not allow the Kwantung Army to touch the affair. Inada foresaw that the Japanese government might also seek a settlement through diplomacy. Although border demarcation was desirable and should be sought, the command would not insist on it, nor would it demand permanent occupation of Changkufeng summit. As soon as reconnaissance objectives had been achieved, the local forces would be withdrawn. As Inada described it "In the process, we would have taught the Russians some respect and given them a lesson concerning their repeated, high-handed provocations and intrusions. If a show of force sufficed to facilitate the negotiations and cause the Russians to back down, so much the better; the affair would be over and my point proved." The instrument for carrying out Inada's strategic design appeared to be ideal, the 19th Division, strenuously trained and high-spirited. It could be expected to perform very well if unleashed within defined limits. Colonel Suetaka was just the commander to direct local operations. Since he had been pleading to fight in China, an operation at Changkufeng might prove to be an excellent "safety valve." His staff was full of experienced, fierce warriors eager for battle. Until recently, the Korea Army commanding general had wisely kept the aggressive division away from Changkufeng Hill, but now Imperial general headquarters had its own overriding ideas and needs. How could the Japanese ensure that any military action would remain limited if the Russians chose to respond with vigor? Naturally, one infantry division, without armor or air support, could not withstand all of the Soviet forces in the maritime province. Inada answered that the mission to be assigned the 19th Division was merely the recapture of Changkufeng crest. If the Japanese side had to break off the operation, evacuation would be effected voluntarily and resolutely on Imperial general headquarters responsibility, without considerations of "face." At worst, the Japanese might lose one division, but the affair would be terminated at the Tumen River without fail. "Even so, we ought to be able to prove our theory as well as demonstrate our true strength to the Russians." In case the Soviets opted for more than limited war, the Japanese were still not so overextended in China that they could not alter their strategic disposition of troops. Although the Kwantung Army's six divisions were outnumbered four to one and the Japanese were not desirous of a war at that moment, the first-class forces in Manchuria could make an excellent showing. In addition, the high command possessed armor, heavy artillery, fighters, and bombers, held in check in Manchuria and Korea, as well as reserves in the homeland. There was also the 104th Division, under tight Imperial general headquarters control, in strategic reserve in southern Manchuria. Inada recalled "How would the Russians react? That was the answer I sought. Victory in China depended on it." By mid-July, the high command, at Inada's urging, had worked out a plan titled, "Imperial General headqaurters Essentials for Dealing with the Changkufeng Incident." Tada's telegram of 14 July to Koiso described succinctly the just-decided policy: the central authorities concurred with the Korea Army's opinion regarding the Changkufeng affair, then in embryo. Considering that Changkufeng Hill posed a direct threat to the frontier of Korea, Imperial General headqaurters would immediately urge the foreign ministry to lodge a stern protest. Next day, Tojo sent a telegram stating the Japanese policy of employing diplomacy; whether the Russians should be evicted by force required cautious deliberation in case the USSR did not withdraw voluntarily. On the basis of the guidance received from Imperial General headqaurters, the Korea Army drew up its own plan, "Essentials for Local Direction of the Changkufeng Incident," on 15 July. Intelligence officer Tsuchiya Sakae was sent promptly to the front from Seoul. At the same time, military authorities allowed the press to release news that Soviet troops were constructing positions inside Manchurian territory in an "obvious provocation." The government of Manchukuo was demanding an immediate withdrawal. Even then, those Japanese most closely connected with the handling of the Changkufeng Incident were not in agreement that everybody at command level was as ardent a proponent of reconnaissance in force as Inada claimed to be. Some thought that most, if not all, of his subordinates, youthful and vigorous, were in favor of the notion; others denied the existence of such an idea. Inada remained clear-cut in his own assertions. Everything done by the local Soviet forces, he insisted, must have been effected with the permission of Moscow; it was customary for the USSR not to abandon what it had once started. The Japanese Army never really thought that the Soviet Union would withdraw just as the result of diplomatic approaches. Therefore, from the outset, preparations were made to deal the Russians one decisive blow. Inada had recommended his plan, with its clear restrictions, to his colleagues and superiors; the scheme, he says, was approved 14 July "all the way up the chain of command, through the Army general staff and the ministry of war, with unexpected ease." The only real opposition, Inada recalled, came from the navy, whose staff advised the army operations staff, in all sincerity, to give up the idea of strategic reconnaissance. Inada adhered to his opinion stubbornly. He never forgot the grave look on the face of Captain Kusaka, the UN operations section chief, as the latter gave in reluctantly. The navy view was that the Changkufeng affair typified the army's aggressive policies as opposed to relative passivity on the part of the navy. Like Kusaka, Japanese Navy interviewees shared the fear that Changkufeng might prove to be the most dangerous military confrontation ever to occur between the USSR and Japan. In view of navy objections, one wonders where Inada could have drawn support for his concept of reconnaissance in force. If one accepts the comments contained in a letter from a navy ministry captain, Takagi Sokichi, to Baron Harada Kumao at the beginning of August, in the army and in a portion of the navy there existed "shallow-minded fellows who are apt to take a firm stand in the blind belief that the USSR would not really rise against us, neglecting the fact that the Russians had foreseen our weak points." Takagi also had violent things to say about "white-livered" Gaimusho elements that were playing up to the army. Although Takagi's remarks, expressed in confidence, were sharp, cautious injunctions were being delivered by the high command to the new Korea Army commander, General Nakamura Kotaro, who was about to leave for Seoul to replace Koiso. Nakamura's attitude was crucial for the course and outcome of the Changkufeng Incident. More of a desk soldier than a warrior, he characteristic ally displayed a wariness that was reinforced by the guidance provided him. This personal quality assumes even greater significance if one believes that the Russians may have initiated the Changkufeng Incident by exploiting the special opportunities afforded them by the routine replacement of the Korea Army commander, the temporary absence from Moscow of Ambassador Shigemitsu Mamoru, and the geographical as well as subjective gap between the Kwantung and Korea armies that was exposed during the Lyushkov affair. At 10:00 on 15 July Nakamura was designated army commander by the Emperor at the palace. Soon afterward, he was briefed by Imperial General headquarters officers. Hashimoto, the operations bureau chief, recalled that when he saw Nakamura off on 17 July, Hashimoto stressed prudence, limitation of any military action, and diplomatic solution of the problem. The new commanding general, Inada asserted, promised full cooperation. There was no mention, at this level, of Inada's concept of reconnaissance in force. When Nakamura reached Seoul, he found an Imperial order from Tokyo dated 16 July awaiting him. This important document stipulated that he could concentrate units under his command in Korea near the border against the trespassing Soviet forces in the Changkufeng area. Resort to force, however, was dependent upon further orders. This message was followed by a wire from Kan'in, the Army general staff chief. The Imperial order, it was explained, had been designed to support diplomatic negotiations. Simultaneous approval was granted for concentrating forces to respond swiftly in case the situation deteriorated. As for implementation of the Imperial order, discretion should be exercised in line with the opinion expressed earlier by Korea Army Headquarters. Negotiations were to be conducted in Moscow and Harbin, the location of a Soviet consulate in Manchukuo. Meanwhile, the command was dispatching two officers for purposes of liaison: Lt. Colonel Arisue Yadoru in Operations and Major Kotani Etsuo a specialist in Soviet intelligence. Inada advised Arisue that, apart from liaison flights inside the frontiers, particular care should be exercised with regard to actions that might lead to air combat. Nevertheless, although Inada stated that the Imperial order called for "a sort of military demonstration," he admitted that it meant preparatory action for an attack. The Korea Army senior staff officer, Iwasaki, recalled hearing nothing about secret intentions. Nakamura briefed his staff about the need for restraint, especially during this key period of the Wuhan operation. Koiso had disposed of speculation that he had issued an order to concentrate the 19th Division before Nakamura arrived, although he and Nakamura did have the opportunity to confer in Seoul before he departed for Japan. The Imperial order of 16 July, in response to Koiso's inquiry received in Tokyo on 14 July, had arrived in Seoul addressed to Nakamura; thereupon, the Korea Army chief of staff, Kitano, had the message conveyed to the division. By 21 July Koiso was back in Tokyo where, the day afterward, he advised the war minister, Itagaki, "to act prudently with respect to the Changkufeng problem." Why did the high command dispatch two field-grade liaison officers to Korea from the outset of the Changkufeng Incident? The Korea Army lacked operations staff. Its commander had been allotted prime responsibility, within the chain of command, for defense of northeastern Korea. At the beginning, the highest-ranking staff officer at the front was a major. Since there were no fundamental differences of opinion between the command and the forces in Korea, it was proper to send experts from Tokyo to assist. Imperial General headqaurters would observe the situation carefully, devise measures on the basis of the overall view, and issue orders which the Korea Army would implement through ordinary channels. It had not been the type of incident which required the army commander to go to the front to direct. This was the Korea Army's first test, and political as well as diplomatic problems were involved that the army in the field should not or could not handle. If Tokyo had left decisions to the division and its regiments, the latter would have been held to account, which was not proper. Imperial General headquarters had to assume responsibility and reassure local commanders of its full support. Imaoka Yutaka explained that operational guidance by Imperial General headquarters and line operations conducted by the 19th Division formed the core of the affair; the Korea Army, placed between, was "shadowy." Koiso had not been enthusiastic; this set the mood among the staff. Nakamura, who arrived with a thorough comprehension of AGS thinking, was basically passive. The Korea Army staff, in general, included no "wild boars."    There was an urgent need to monitor developments. Not only was the Korea Army unfamiliar with handling this type of incident, but many hitches occurred. There had been no practice in emergency transmission of coded wires between the Korea Army and Tokyo. Now telegram after telegram had to be sent; most were deciphered incorrectly and many were not decoded at all. Another problem centered on the lack of knowledge in Tokyo about the situation on the spot, which only visual observation could rectify. As a result, the two Army general staff experts, Arisue and Kotani, arrived in Korea on 16 July. Kotani recalled that he was to collect intelligence and assist the local authorities. One of the first duties that he and Arisue performed was to disseminate the principle that use of force required a prior Imperial order. Also on 16 July, Japanese newspapers reported that the USSR was still concentrating troops, that the Manchukuoan government was watching intently, "decisive punitive measures" were being contemplated by the Japanese-Manchukuoan authorities, and there were signs of a worsening of the crisis. Despite good reasons for this gloomy appraisal, the Japanese press had not yet given the incident page-one treatment. More alarming news was being disseminated abroad. Domei, the official Japanese news agency, reported that the situation would probably become worse unless Soviet troops were withdrawn. The position of the Japanese government impressed foreign correspondents as unusually firm. Informants characterized the Changkufeng Incident as the most serious affair since the clash on the Amur River in 1937. Irked by the Korea Army's timidity and eager for first-hand information, the Kwantung Army dispatched two observers to the front: from Intelligence, Ogoshi Kenji, and from Operations, Tsuji Masanobu. If you listen to my pacific war week by week podcast or echoes of war, you know I highlight Tsuji Masanobu as one of the most evil Japanese officers of WW2. No other way to describe this guy, he was a shithead. In his memoirs, Tsuji asserted that he and Ogoshi climbed Changkufeng Hill, discerned Soviet soldiers digging across the peak in Manchurian territory, and concluded that "probably even Tokyo could not overlook such a clear-cut case of invasion." Although his account aligned with the general thrust, Ogoshi contended that Tsuji could not have accompanied him. According to sources with the 19th Division, when Koiso learned that Tsuji and Ogoshi were disparaging the Korea Army's ability to defend Changkufeng, he ordered "those spies" ousted. Ogoshi replied that the army staff was not angry, but Koiso did become furious and ordered Ogoshi "arrested for trespassing." Ogoshi surmised that Koiso's concern was that emotional outsiders such as Tsuji could provoke trouble, perhaps even war, if they visited Changkufeng. This view was widely shared. Inada stated that he made a practice of keeping away to maintain the degree of detachment and impartiality required of high command authorities. One sidelight to the "fraternal" visit to the Changkufeng area by observers from Hsinking was provided by Lt. Colonel Katakura Tadashi, chief of the Kwantung Army's 4th Section, which handled Manchukuo affairs, primarily political direction. When Katakura visited the Operations Section, Tsuji and Ogoshi told him that an intrusion had been confirmed and that the Kwantung Army staff was studying ways to evict the Soviets. Katakura consulted Maj. General Ishiwara Kanji, acting chief of staff, who was already in possession of the draft of an operations order calling for offensive preparations by the Kwantung Army against the Russians at Changkufeng. Katakura asked for reconsideration of the order. This was not a matter to be handled solely by the operations staff. Borders and international affairs were involved; hence the 4th Section, along with the Manchukuoan government, the Gaimusho, and other agencies, were concerned. Field observers were expressing exaggerated personal opinions based on having seen Soviet sentries on a hilltop. If the matter fell within the Korea Army's defensive prerogative, that army ought to handle it. Apparently the Kwantung Army commander and Ishiwara agreed with Katakura, for the draft order was not approved. The so-called private message dispatched by a Kwantung Army staff officer just before Koiso's departure may have been provoked by this rejection of direct participation by forces under Kwantung Army command. Staff officers in Tokyo believed that Hsinking could not see the forest for the trees. In the high command's view, the Kwantung Army's deliberate escalation of a negligible frontier incident undoubtedly stemmed from a failure to grasp the strategic requirements of national defense—pursuit of the campaign in China, the nurturance of Manchukuo, and the buildup of operational readiness for the ultimate solution of the Soviet problem. The high command felt obliged to remind the Kwantung Army that, in dealing with the Changkufeng Incident, the central authorities pressed for a Russian pullback through diplomacy. Consequently, the Korea Army had been instructed to be ready to concentrate troops near Changkufeng as a "background." Meanwhile, it remained the Imperial will that utmost prudence be exercised. The Kwantung Army commander accordingly issued cautious instructions to subordinate units, especially those on the eastern border. The high command's injunctions did not end the discontent and recrimination at the lower levels of Kwantung Army Headquarters, nor did they quiet the concern felt in Tokyo. A former war minister told Baron Harada repeatedly in late July that the Kwantung Army was "no good," while the superintendent of police added that the Kwantung Army was embarrassing Foreign Minister Ugaki. Nevertheless, the Kwantung Army did exert self-restraint. For its part, the Korea Army naïvely sought to achieve entente with an antagonist who considered the case nonnegotiable. First, the government of Manchukuo was asked to lodge a formal protest with the USSR. The commissioner for foreign affairs at Harbin phoned V. V. Kuznetzov, the acting consul, on the night of 14 July and saw him on the 18th. Basing its contentions on maps, the Haensing regime demanded Soviet withdrawal from Changkufeng. The Japanese government was lodging similar protests within the framework of Japanese-Manchukuoan joint defense agreements. On the spot, the situation inflamed. During the afternoon of 15 July, a Japanese military police patrol from Korea reconnoitered at the foot of Hill 52, southeast of Changkufeng. The party came under Soviet gunfire and was driven back, abandoning the body of Corp. Matsushima Shakuni. Japanese sources claimed that a Russian ambush had been set inside Manchuria. The Russian side insisted that it was the Soviet frontier that had been violated by thirty meters. Kuzma Grebennik, the colonel commanding the 59th BGU, which covered the Posyet sector, asserted that Matsushima's effects included a notebook containing reconnaissance results and a camera with film of Soviet-claimed terrain, particularly Changkufeng Hill. According to Maj. Gilfan Batarshin, a subordinate of Grebennik, two Russian border guards from Podgornaya opened fire when the Japanese fled after being challenged. Japanese protests to the USSR about the death of Matsushima and the taking of his body were added to the negotiations concerning the disputed border and the alleged trespassing. Charge Nishi Haruhiko lodged a vigorous complaint in Moscow on 15 July but was answered by a counterprotest. Ambassador Shigemitsu underwent an identical experience during a conversation with Foreign Commissar Maxim Litvinov on 20 July. Shigemitsu retorted that the murder tended to exacerbate the negotiations. In his memoirs, he stated that the killing of Matsushima provoked the local Japanese border garrison unit. The shooting occurred as the Soviet military buildup continued, according to Japanese sources. Mechanized units were reported moving in the direction of Kyonghun from Barabash and Posyet Bay. Biplanes were reconnoitering the Hunchun Valley, within Manchurian territory, from the afternoon of 16 July. To the local Japanese authorities, it seemed that the Russians were adopting a challenging attitude. Although the Japanese-Manchukuoan side remained willing to negotiate—that is, to take no forceful actions if the Russians would withdraw, the latter appeared not to share such an intention. The Soviets were not only misinterpreting the Hunchun treaty to their advantage but were encroaching beyond what they claimed to be the line; they "lacked sincerity." Decisive use of force might have been imperative to secure the Manchurian border, which was Japan's legal responsibility. As far north as Tungning on the eastern Manchurian frontier, two Soviet ground divisions and considerable numbers of tanks and aircraft were reported massed in full view. At Changkufeng, Russian soldiers fortified the crest. Mountain guns were now seen with muzzles pointed toward Manchuria, and Japanese intelligence estimated that Soviet troop strength near Changkufeng had grown to 120 or 130 by the evening of 18 July. As Sawamoto Rikichiro, an Imperial aide, noted in his diary, "It would seem that settlement of the affair had become increasingly difficult." Korea Army staff officer Tsuchiya sent two emissaries bearing the notice to the Soviet border. The pair, "blazing with patriotic ardor,"set out on 18 July, carrying a message in one hand and a white flag in the other. From Kyonghun came the report the next day that there had been an urgent, well-attended Soviet staff meeting at BGU Headquarters in Novokievsk all night, and that the Russian side had been discomfited by the Japanese request, which had been transmitted to higher authorities. Still, the emissaries did not return, while a stream of reports indicated a Soviet buildup along a dozen frontier sectors. Russian authorities had reportedly forced the natives to evacuate an area twenty miles behind their borders. From Japanese observation posts, Soviet convoys of men, guns, and horses could be sighted moving toward Novokievsk after being unloaded from transports originating at Vladivostok. Japanese Army Intelligence reported that on 18 July a regimental-size force had arrived at Novokievsk; artillery displacements forward were particularly visible by night east of Khasan. A confidential Gaimusho message indicated that Soviet truck movements between Posyet, Novokievsk, and the front had increased since the 20th. Russian intrusions, kidnappings, and sniping incidents were reported along the Manchurian borders, from Manchouli on the west to Suifenho on the east, between 18 and 25 July. Aircraft on daytime reconnaissance were detected as far as three miles inside Manchurian territory in the Hunchun area. Although the Japanese asserted that their forbearance was being tested, Izvestiya charged "Japanese militarists" with manufacturing an affair at Ussuri as well as at Changkufeng. The Japanese themselves received reports from the Changkufeng front that by 20 July the Soviets had 250 soldiers, armed with field pieces, trench mortars, howitzers, and light and heavy machine guns, on the southern slopes. The Russians were putting up tents capable of holding 40 men each; officers could be observed for the first time. On the evening of the 20th, the Soviets lobbed illuminating shells toward Manchurian territory. 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. Inada Masazum, studying maps and mud, saw Changkufeng Hill as a prize with peril, a test of nerve rather than a conquest. Tokyo's orders pulsed through Seoul and Harbin: guard, probe, and deter, but avoid full-scale war. Across the border, Soviet units pressed closer, lights and tents flickering on the hillside. The sea within sight whispered of strategy, diplomacy, and a warning: a single misstep could redraw Asia. And so the standoff waited, patient as winter.

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In this episode, Dr Amira Halperin speaks with Professor Chaim Hames, the Rector of Ben Gurion University of the Negev. They discuss the horrific situation on campus following October 7th when, 88 members of the BGU community, students, staff, and family members, were murdered, and 6 students were taken hostage. One-third of the student body are active reservists. Prof. Hames also shares his experiences and actions regarding academic boycotts and radicalisation on campuses outside of Israel.    Professor Hames is a historian of religious thought. He received his PhD in Medieval History from Cambridge University in 1996.

Send us a Text Message.Professor Dr. Dan Blumberg, Ph.D. is the Vice-President for Regional and Industrial Development at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev ( BGU - https://www.blumberg.bgu.ac.il/ ), an elected Member of the International Academy of Astronautics, and Chair of the Israel Space Agency ( https://www.space.gov.il/en ), a position he was appointed to by the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology ( https://www.gov.il/en/departments/ministry_of_science_and_technology/govil-landing-page ) in 2022.Prior to these positions, Prof. Blumberg completed five years as Vice President and Dean for Research and Development at BGU and before that he fulfilled several positions including Deputy Vice President, Chairperson of the Department of Geography and Environmental Development and the founder of the Green Campus initiative at BGU which gained the University an international ranking of #18.Prof. Blumberg earned a Ph.D. from Arizona State University (1993) where he studied and worked in the Planetary Geology Group and focused on aeolian processes and microwave radar remote sensing to study arid zone environments and planetary geology.  He was a Co-Investigator on the SRL (Spaceborne Radar Laboratory) mission, SRTM (Spaceborne Radar Topography) mission and other space missions. Prof. Blumberg has been working for the past 20 years on analysis of multi-parameter remote sensing data including radar, hyperspectral, multi-spectral and ground penetrating radar data. He has also published numerous papers in the areas of target and anomaly detection and combined field studies with the use of remote sensing data.  He also led the development and successful launch on February 15, 2017 of a Nanosatellite, BGUsat. Prof. Blumberg has also been a key leader in the development of the cyber eco-system in Beer-Sheva ( https://www.blumberg.bgu.ac.il/_files/ugd/d86da1_7750b399fc5843af9763fd4e1ffe59af.pdf ), which brought 39 multi-national companies and 70 startups to the advanced technologies park in Beer-Sheva. Additional roles include as Director of the Homeland Security Institute ( https://in.bgu.ac.il/en/hsi/Pages/Board.aspx ) and Simon Family Chair in Remote Sensing at BGU.#DanBlumberg #RemoteSensing #Mars #Venus #BenGurionUniversityOfTheNegev #Astronautics #IsraelSpaceAgency #NASA #Geology #Geography #BaruchBlumberg #Astrobiology  #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #Podcast #Podcaster #ViralPodcast  #STEM #Innovation #Technology #Science #ResearchSupport the Show.

The October 7 Hamas attack severely affected Israel's Ben-Gurion University (BGU) and its surrounding community. The university lost over 110 people, several students were taken hostage, including Noa Argamani, and thousands of students were called up for reserve duty. Doug Seserman, CEO of Americans for Ben-Gurion University, joins us to discuss the impact of the October 7 Hamas massacre on BGU and Israel's Negev region. Hear about the university's emergency response and volunteer efforts, highlighting the region's resilience and the university's innovation in sustainability, water conservation, and energy solutions.  *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or position of AJC.  Episode Lineup:  (0:40) Doug Seserman Show Notes: Listen – People of the Pod: The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election: What Does it Mean For Israel? Seven Months In: What Israelis Think About the War Against Hamas, Campus Antisemitism in America, and More What Does it Mean to be a Jewish American Hero? A Jewish American Heritage Month Conversation with AJC CEO Ted Deutch Follow People of the Pod on your favorite podcast app, and learn more at AJC.org/PeopleofthePod You can reach us at: peopleofthepod@ajc.org If you've appreciated this episode, please be sure to tell your friends, and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Transcript of Interview with Doug Seserman: Manya Brachear Pashman:   The Negev, the vast desert region that covers 60% of Israel's territory is home to only 10% of its population. It's also home to Ben-Gurion University and many of the communities attacked by Hamas terrorists on October 7.  Doug Seserman is the CEO of Americans for Ben-Gurion University. In that role, he has worked to highlight the innovations and technology know-how that Israel can offer America and the world when it comes to sustainability, water conservation, energy solutions and ecology. But since October 7 BGU's efforts have shifted from sustaining lives across Israel's south to rebuilding them. Doug Seserman is with us now to discuss those efforts. Doug, welcome to People of the Pod. Doug Seserman:  Thank you so much for inviting me. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So compared to other Israeli universities, the BGU community was disproportionately impacted by the October 7 massacre, correct? Can you give our listeners some perspective on the scope of loss? Doug Seserman:   Sure. So as the crow flies our main campus in Beer-Sheva is only about 22 miles from Gaza. We had a number of students at the Nova music festival site, and a number of our employees and their families live in the western Negev or Gaza Envelope area. So as a university today, we have 111 dead. That includes those murdered on October 7, as well as fallen soldiers. We've had close to 6,600 of our students, faculty, employees, administration, called up to milu'im, reserve duty, and not all of them have come back. Some 2000 are still fighting. So that was a direct and disproportional impact. Now everybody in Israel has experienced this war. Every family knows somebody, but for us, it's definitely disproportional. Literally every colleague's kids are fighting. Every younger woman who's a colleague in her 30s, their husbands are fighting. People are on their WhatsApp just trying to hear what's going to happen next. It's a very surreal situation. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Four hostages were rescued by the IDF earlier this month.  Were there any faculty, staff, or students from Ben-Gurion taken hostage?  Doug Seserman:   Noa Argamani, you may recall her name. She was at the music festival and forcibly separated from her boyfriend Avinatan Or, who's a BGU alum. But Noa is a 26-year-old information systems student of ours. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Yes, thank you. Of course, Noa was one of those hostages recently rescued. We are so thankful that Noa is now home. 124 hostages are still being held in Gaza. We are praying and advocating for the safe return home of all hostages, and will highlight those that are part of the BGU family: Sasha (Alexander) Trufanov, Avinatan Or, Alex Dancyg, and Segev Kalfon And Doug, how many at BGU were called up for reserve duty? Doug Seserman:   That's about a third of the student body. Classes, obviously, they were supposed to start on October 15, and they didn't resume until December 31. The president of the University, Professor Daniel Chamovitz, did his best to have no student be left behind. But at some point, we had to resume classes. And so today, when you go to the campus, it's, I don't want to say it's thriving, but it's functioning. There's a normalcy about life in Israel and also on campus. But there's nothing normal about this new normal.  Many of our reservists are back and they're in the classroom, but even going from being in Gaza, in conflict, to then studying for a test, you know, writing papers and things. People are traumatized, and the university has done an amazing job providing psychological support and counseling for the students and the faculty and the families who've been directly impacted. But still, it's a very difficult situation. Manya Brachear Pashman:   In addition to those called up for reserve duty immediately after October 7, was there a sizable volunteer effort? Or was the community just too shell-shocked? Doug Seserman:   Thank you for asking. Today when you go to campus, it's happening and it's alive and doing as well as it can. On October 7, that immediately pivoted from a university that was closing – had to close because of the war – to almost a hub for activity to support not only the faculty and students, but also the community – a logistics center, if you will. We were housing, in our dorms, evacuated families and also medical professionals from the center of the country that needed help. Soroka, which is the main hospital of the Negev and also the teaching hospital for our two medical schools. Very close relationship with Soroka Medical Center. Our medical students immediately became ER triage doctors. They learn by doing.  If you talk with some of them today, they'll tell you in this strange way that October 7 may have really accelerated their knowledge in terms of their career, etc. And then we just started doing what we could. Students mobilized, as Israelis do, to create care packages and provide clothing and anything that was necessary for these evacuated families. We had, I want to say close to 1500 members of our community that were evacuated. Manya Brachear Pashman:   You know, I imagine it's even more than medical students getting this, you know, on the ground experience. I happened to be in journalism school in New York when 9/11 happened. I remember places in New York City all of a sudden transforming into emergency centers, like what you're describing, and I think a lot of my classmates got a crash course, right, in journalism from covering that. Doug Seserman:   Absolutely. Even our social work and psychology students became kind of caseworkers. I mean, everybody was doing what they could and, in a way, we should feel really good about it. It's hard to say there are silver linings from October 7. But the resilience that the country has demonstrated in the university, in particular, is incredible and quite inspiring.  One thing about Ben-Gurion University that's unique is, yes, we are an educational and research institution and one of the leading universities in Israel, and we're quite proud of those accomplishments. But we have a particular and very unique mandate to develop the Negev region. And it's almost in what we call the Ben Gurion DNA, to activate the social justice aspect of being a Jew, honestly. But it's particularly manifest at the University and we're proud of it. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Well, you know, let's talk a little bit more about that innovative spirit that I hear a lot about, that characterizes Israel and, obviously, BGU. And I mentioned earlier how BGU has introduced, you know, all of these technologies, innovative solutions for environmental concerns.  I think David Ben Gurion said “making the desert bloom” – that was his goal and what the university aims for – but has the aftermath of October 7 highlighted other faculty, other fields? You talked about psychology and social work. Can you talk a little bit about how this kind of innovative spirit has been applied and has really shown itself since October 7? Doug Seserman:   Yeah, absolutely. I'm happy to do that.  And it's important to note also that Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, it was important on October 6. When you visit the Beer-Sheva campus, it's, in a way, it's startup nation on steroids. You have Ben-Gurion University and Soroka hospital, the advanced technology park that has 3000 employees and 70 multinational companies, right across the high speed train station to get you to Tel Aviv in just over an hour.  And you have the IDF moving south and their IT and computing base literally adjacent to the university. It's an amazing place. I actually feel like a lot of people visit Israel, and they don't really go south. And the truth is, you haven't seen the future of Israel until you spend time in the Negev. And you don't really understand the Negev until you've spent time at the University.  But in terms of areas that the University excels at, that are important in the aftermath. I mean, it's everything. But some of the things I would highlight is our strength in engineering, computer sciences, IT, cybersecurity. The cyber capital of Israel is actually Beer-Sheva. This IDF base that's adjacent to us, I call them 22nd century defense systems, remote sensing satellite defense technology. Hatzerim Air Force base is in the Negev, that's where all members of the Israeli Air Force get their wings, but they actually get their degree, their educational degree, from Ben-Gurion University. So when we think about the future, listen, it takes a village. And you can never do wrong by doing right. So I'd encourage your listeners to just get involved in something in Israel that's consistent with their values.  Manya Brachear Pashman:   I know the South has supplied much of Israel's kind of homegrown food, vegetable crops, barley, wheat, dairy, but obviously, I mean, many of the Palestinian and Thai workers who tended those fields, they're not returning anytime soon, neither are the residents of those kibbutzim. Has BGU played a role in filling that gap? Doug Seserman:   The answer is yes, and doing our best and not enough. And very proud of all the volunteers and that you're seeing, especially also from the diaspora coming to Israel to help pick fruit and etc. We had faculty that basically stop because they weren't teaching and they had time, they just started going into the fields and helping the farmers, both with their hands and their heart.  At the end of the day, there's a very close relationship and literally hundreds of our students and faculty and administration has been involved in volunteer efforts. At the end of our board of governors meeting last week, we had a whole afternoon dedicated for volunteers who came from around the world to volunteer as well. Manya Brachear Pashman:   I want to go back to campus real quick and talk a little bit more about the students. I know that BGSU has a really robust diversity and inclusion effort that covers Druze, other Arabs, women, disabilities, Ethiopian immigrants, ultra-Orthodox Jews – it's a very diverse campus. And I'm curious how this diverse student population views the scenes from some American university campuses. I mean, has there been vigorous debate on BGU's campus about how Israel is fighting this war? And does it look any different? Doug Seserman:   Now that's a big question. I can say this: we're extremely proud of the diversity on campus and sometimes what we call a shared society. We have Sarab Abu-Rabia-Queder, who's the Vice President of Diversity and Equity and Inclusion in Israel. That DEI term has become controversial, in the United States, but in Israel, you know, in our campus, it's a thriving concept.  We have approximately 20,000 students. Most of them are Israeli. We have about 1000 international students that study in English, mostly from China and India, but also from North America. And then we have about 2000 Arab-Israelis. So of the Arab-Israeli, a number of them are Bedouin. We're by far the largest university for Bedouin students in Israel. So we have robust discussions underneath that framework of the diversity, VP of diversity, to try to bring students together. Sometimes there have been, before October 7, protests, peaceful protests, with Arab students protesting and Jewish students also there. And we've never had issues.  You know, there's a way to have civil discourse, and free speech and academic freedom is critical. I mean, it's a hallmark to a just society. So you know, you have to be able to have peaceful protests. Now going back to what's happening on American campuses. You know, I'm personally embarrassed. I wrote an op-ed recently in The Times of Israel about what do you do when your alma mater no longer reflects your values?  I'm a proud Wildcat from Northwestern University. And we had a terrible situation on campus. And then our president Michael Schill, who's a smart guy, and also a Jew, negotiated with the encampment leaders and created a precedent almost like, it's not negotiating with terrorists, but it's compromising and rewarding, enabling bad behavior and creating a precedent that the way to make change is to be lawless and create hate speech.  So something's happened in the US that on college campuses, that's absolutely out of control. But at the same time, freedom of speech, and especially in academic institutions, must be protected, but it has to be safe. We teach chemistry on university campuses all across the country, perhaps we should be teaching morality. And maybe that should be a required course.  Now, I don't even know what that looks like. But I think people have lost a sense for the difference between proper behavior and improper behavior. And they sometimes use free speech to do hateful and wrongful things. And that's, that's not appropriate. Manya Brachear Pashman:   In other words, you're suggesting social chemistry lessons? How do we get along? How do relationships work? Doug Seserman:   I love that. I think what's happened is we all are talking in echo chambers. We've no longer figured out how to understand the narrative of the other, and how to find some sort of central place to move forward where people can agree to disagree, but you can move forward in some kind of democratic and civil way. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So I don't want to lose sight of the fact that you head Americans for BGU, right, the arm of the university that works to garner American support? Has October 7 presented some unexpected challenges in that realm? Doug Seserman:   You know the answer, to that is yes. And also, unfortunately, opportunities at the same time. There's been an October, I call it October 8 awakening, some people are calling it October 8 Jews – people in this country and in the diaspora are waking up, that something is happening out there with antisemitism, and the relationship between anti-Zionism and antisemitism. And as an American diaspora Jew, you have sort of like three options.  You can do nothing, and no miracles are going to come from that. Or you can kind of wait and see and no miracles are gonna come from that. Or you can kind of double down your efforts and get involved with institutions that matter, can make a difference. And that's what we're encouraging. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Well, Doug, thank you so much for joining us and for giving us a snapshot of what people are trying to do to rebuild Israel's south and help it recover after October 7. Thank you so much. Doug Seserman:   Thank you so much for having me.

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「決勝日本戦前に…ウズベキスタン代表2選手が離脱！五輪出場決定で目標達成」　　U23ウズベキスタン代表は現地時間5月3日開催のAFC U23アジアカップ兼パリ五輪予選の決勝で、大岩剛監督率いるU23日本代表と対戦。ただ、この試合を前に主力選手のDFアブドゥコディル・フサノフ（RCランス）とMFホジマト・エルキノフ（アル・ワフダ）が代表チームから離脱。日本のU23アジア杯優勝へ追い風が吹いている。　ウズベキスタンはクウェート、マレーシア、ベトナムと同居したグループステージで3戦全勝。準々決勝では優勝候補のサウジアラビアを2-0で下すと、準決勝では韓国を退けたインドネシア相手に2-0と勝利。史上初となる五輪本大会出場を決めていた。　日本との決勝戦を控える中、ウズベキスタンサッカー協会（UFA）は4月30日に2選手の途中離脱を発表。フサノフが主力センターバックとしてチームを支え、エルキノフも全試合出場で1ゴールと結果を残しただけに、「UFAは五輪出場という歴史的な出来事を祝うにあたり、RCランスとアル・ワフダの支援に感謝の意を表する」と声明を発表している。　またウズベキスタンメディア『Qalampir』によると、UFAはRCランス、アル・ワフダと「五輪出場が決定した時点で、代表選手を所属クラブに返す」という条件で合意していたとのこと。準決勝終了直後にはフサノフの代表チーム帯同期間延長の可能性も報じられたが、実現には至らなかったという。　現在20歳のフサノフは、昨年7月にベラルーシ1部エネルゲティク＝BGUミンスクからフランス1部RCランスへ完全移籍。同クラブと4年契約を結ぶと、今季ここまでリーグ戦で9試合に出場している。一方、現在22歳のエルキノフは、ウズベキスタン1部FCパフタコール・タシュケントやロシア1部FCトルペド・モスクワなどを経て、今年2月にUAE1部アル・ワフダへ加入。デビュー戦から7試合続けてスタメン出場し、1ゴール2アシストと結果を残す中で代表に招集されていた。

לרגל יום העו”ס הבין-לאומי שחל ב-19 למרץ, צוות השירות הארצי לעבודה סוציאלית במשרד הבריאות, בסיוע של "רדיו BGU" באוניברסיטת בן גוריון בנגב, הפיק פודקאסט המתמקד בסקטור העבודה הסוציאלית במערכת הבריאות. הפרק עוסק בקשר שבין מטופלת והעו”סית שלה במהלך אשפוז אקוטי ומאיר באור מיוחד את תפקיד עו”ס בית החולים באירועי ה-7 באוקטובר ובקליטת השבים והשבות. גיבורות הפרק הן שירה בירנשטוק-כהן, מנהלת השירות לעבודה סוציאלית במרכז הרפואי-אוניברסיטאי "סורוקה", דפנה גרוס-אוריין, רכזת חטיבת נשים בשרות לעבודה סוציאלית בביה”ח ומיה רגב, ששוחררה משבי החמאס לאחר 50 ימים. בנוסף, התראיין לפרק ד"ר שלומי קודש מנהל ביה"ח. מנחה: יעל גור-קול, מנהלת השירות הארצי לעבודה סוציאלית במשרד הבריאות | הפיקו: יעל גור-קול, נועה אלרון בדש ובועז יוקלסון | טכנאי הקלטה: בועז יוקלסון וארטיום פינדיורין | עריכת אודיו: בועז יוקלסון | גרפיקה: בועז יוקלסון | מוזיקה: ארטליסט | הוקלט באולפני "רדיו BGU", אוניברסיטת בן-גוריון בנגב

If you missed last week's webinar, you can now listen to the conversation between with faculty members from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Professor Simon Barak and Dana Gavish-Fridman, and Rabbi Greg Weisman. Ben-Gurion University of the Negev sits 25 miles from the border with Gaza and was significantly impacted by the October 7 terrorist attacks. More than 60 BGU students, staff, faculty, and family were either murdered, kidnapped or missing. Since then, the University has transformed, turning dorms into army barracks and homes for displaced families, and mobilizing students and, staff to support the war effort.   They shared how the war in Israel has impacted Ben-Gurion University, the work of Soroka Medical Center that serves the southern part of the country and which treated 1,000 patients in its emergency room on the day of the attack, and how it has affected them personally. Organizations we encourage contributions to include the following: The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is raising money to support Israel's defense and recovery efforts. Magen David Adom is supporting Israel's rescue and medical resources. The Israel Movement for Progressive Judaism is supporting the families of Israel's Reform congregations. Please also consider a contribution to Yozma, Temple Beth El's sister congregation in Israel.

Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Caroline Twells, founder of Caroline Green Dance and Theatre Arts. Caroline shares her dance journey, studio's offerings, and the transformative power of AcroDance exams. From fostering individual strengths to building life skills, this episode is a must-listen for dancers, teachers, and studio owners. Tune in now for a dose of dance wisdom and motivation!About Caroline TwellsMiss Caroline started her dancing career at the age of 5. At the age of just 20, she opened the school in a small village hall on the outskirts of Derby.33 years later the school is one of Derby's biggest, most unique and thriving schools. She trained at the Royal Academy of Dance where she gained the Certificate in Ballet Teaching studies and became a RAD registered teacher and mentor. She is a Licentiate and Associate of the NATD & ISTD and holds both Module 1 & 2 with Acrobatic Arts for which she is also an examiner. Miss Caroline has extensive experience in Teaching, Coaching, Performing, Choreographing & Directing spanning more than 28 years.Miss Caroline is the Head Coach and Programme Director of our Cheer programme also based at the studio called Derby Diamonds Cheer. Other qualifications include a Module 1 Alixa Flexibity, Diploma in Contemporary Dance, Zumba Qualified, BGU & NCSSE Cheerleading Coach, RSA Exercise to Music & LAMDA Grade 8. She also has an enhanced DRB and First Aid qualifications.Caroline has performed with leading companies for more than 20 years. Roles include ‘Nancy' in Oliver, ‘Irene' in Crazy for You, ‘Charity' in Sweet Charity, ‘Ado Annie' in Oklahoma, ‘Lilly' in Annie to name but a few. Other shows include West Side Story, Jesus Christ Superstar, Barnum, 42nd Street, Jekyll & Hyde, Kiss me Kate, Mame & Annie get your Gun and Singing in the Rain. She is also Founder and Director and Choreographer of Derby Youth Musical Theatre which was formed in 2013 and who have produced sell out productions of Our House, Grease, Phantom of the Opera & Guys & Dolls, West Side Story & Legally Blonde. Caroline recently trained as a DDMIX teacher with Darcey Bussell and is incredibly excited to introduce these new lessons to her studio! Caroline Green Dance & Theatre Arts: https://www.cgdta.co.uk/ CGDTA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cgdta CGDTA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgdta/ Derby Diamonds Cheerleaders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dd_cheerleaders/ Derby Youth Musical Theatre on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derbyyouthmusicaltheatre/ If you'd like more amazing content more tips and ideas check out our Acrobatic Arts Channel on YouTube. Subscribe Now! Connect with Acrobatic Arts on your favourite social media platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrobaticarts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Acroarts Twitter: https://twitter.com/acrobatic_arts/ Learn more and register for our programs at AcrobaticArts.com

אור החלימה מסרטן ונכנסה לאולפן לספר את הסיפור שלה ושל האנשים שהיו איתה במאבק, עד לניצחון. היא כותבת: "מגשימה חלום ומכניסה אתכם לתוך הסיפור שלי - איך מצאתי מחדש את אור בתוך החושך ושומעת סוף סוף את הצד השני, של המלאכים שבחרו להיכנס לתוך עולם החושך מרצונם." תודות מיוחדות: מאיר אודסר, אילה ברמי, איריס שיפרין, אור מותחדה, עדי פישמן, עמותת "עזר מציון", אוניברסיטת בן גוריון בנגב ורדיו BGU

Welcome to a new episode of the Sde Boker Campus Podcast Magazine. In part 1, we hear from participants in this year's Sde Boker BGU Radio Academy Podcast Production Course and get to hear two amazing stories in the podcasts that they produced. In part 2, we are excited to meet the winners of the FiRST National High School Robotics Competition and hear about their participation in the International competition in the USA. All are children of our own BGU academic and admin/technical staff!! Hosts: Nick Duppen and Prof. Simon Barak. Edited by: Nick Duppen.

Guest host Sigal Samuel talks with professor of philosophy and law Nita Farahany about her new book The Battle for Your Brain. In it, Farahany details the new brain-scanning tech that has already arrived, and the risks this poses to our privacy and freedom of thought. Sigal and Nita discuss what this technology can currently do (and what it can't), how new devices might be used by corporations or governments to infringe on our rights, and the prospect of using new technologies to rid ourselves of painful or traumatic memories — even, potentially, before they've been formed. Host: Sigal Samuel (@SigalSamuel), Senior Reporter, Vox Guest: Nita Farahany (@NitaFarahany), author; professor of philosophy & Robinson O. Everett Professor of Law, Duke University References:  The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology by Nita A. Farahany (St. Martin's; 2023) "Your brain may not be private much longer" by Sigal Samuel (Vox; March 17) "BGU develops wearable advanced warning system for epileptic seizures" (Jerusalem Post; Sept. 29, 2020) "Elon Musk shows off updates to his brain chips and says he's going to install one in himself when they are ready" by Ashley Capoot (CNBC; Dec. 1, 2022) "Brain-implant companies balk at moves to regulate their nascent tech" by Sarah McBride (Los Angeles Times; Feb. 19) "NHS trials headset that claims to zap depression" by Katie Prescott (The Times; Jan. 23) "Australian man uses brain implant to send texts from his iPad" by Kristin Houser (Freethink; Nov. 12, 2022) "Is 'brain fingerprinting' a breakthrough or a sham?" by Russell Brandom (The Verge; Feb. 2, 2015) "China Claims It's Scanning Workers' Brainwaves to Increase Efficiency and Profits" by Samantha Cole (VICE; May 1, 2018) "Incriminating Thoughts" by Nita A. Farahany (Stanford Law Review, vol. 64 (2); Feb. 2012) John Stuart Mill, "On Liberty" (1859) Immanuel Kant, Critique of Practical Reason (1788) "Non-conscious brain modulation may help PTSD patients forget their fears" by Brooks Hays (UPI; Feb. 23, 2021) No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering by Thich Nhat Hanh (Parallax Press; 2019)   Enjoyed this episode? Rate The Gray Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear the next episode of The Gray Area. Subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Support The Gray Area by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts This episode was made by:  Producer: Erikk Geannikis Engineers: Patrick Boyd & Brandon McFarland Editorial Director, Vox Talk: A.M. Hall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

העולם מתחלק לשניים, אנשים שאוכלים רק כי צריך ואנשים שכל עולמם מורכב מאוכל... אם גם אתם מהסוג השני והאיכותי, ובמקרה גם מבאר שבע - בואו להכיר את סיפור ההקמה של ה"או-לה-לה" - סיפור עם טעם טוב על על חזון, על התעקשות, על נחישות, על אתגרים קשוחים וההתגברות עליהם. ישבנו לדבר עם נוי ברבי, הבעלים של האו-לה-לה הבכורה, טרה ז'ולי המתקתקה, וקולוראטו האיטלקייה החדשה. נוי דיבר על הסיפורים לאורך כל הדרך, על ההחלטה שהובילה לחיי המסעדנות, וגם ענה על השאלה - מה הכי טעים בכל מסעדה? תודה רבה לד"ר בוזי רביב על הליווי הצמוד, לרדיו BGU, ולכל הלוקחים חלק בדבר - נעם רונן, אלון סלינס, מתן זמיר והילה איזיקל הוגש כתרגיל סיום בקורס רדיו ופודקאסט תשפ"ג, באוניברסיטת בן-גוריון בנגב

BGU is Israel's youngest university in the developing Negev Desert. It is quickly transforming into a dynamic university and becoming Israel's fastest-growing university. In this episode, Janette talks with Jack Altman, President, BGU CANADA, David Dulberg and Naomi Oelbaum, Event Co-Chairs of Ben-Gurion University Toronto's The Future is Now Gala Featuring Actor Michael J. Fox about how the event came together, what they wanted attendees to get out of it, why BGU is at the forefront of medical research & development with its Medical Simulation Building, enrolling over 20,000 Jewish, Palestinian & Arab students each year, the impact its research has worldwide, and what makes BGU a school for sustainability and climate change.

This November, I interviewed the late Mark Mendelson, CEO of BGU Canada at Ben-Gurion University Toronto's The Future Is Now Gala Featuring Actor Michael J. Fox. Although it was our first-time meeting, Mark's fundraising in Canada for Israel-based institutions and other successes as a leader in the Jewish Community was evident. Sadly, he suddenly passed away in Montreal at the age of 73, just days after the event. Mark served as the CEO of Ben-Gurion University Canada for the past 12 years. Previously, he was the executive director of the Jewish National Fund (JNF) for Eastern Canada for 17 years. Known for his signature navy blazer and moustache, his love of family, good food & wine, art, cooking and entertainment, Mark had a larger-than-life personality. His work and devotion to BGU Canada was also apparent - having expanded its presence across Canada and increasing the amount of money raised. Despite the limitations of the pandemic, Mark recently reported to supporters that the organization had had a record financial year. Making BGU, Israel's youngest university in the developing Negev Desert, become better known in Canada, became Mark's true mission. Mark shares how BGU transformed into a dynamic university becoming Israel's fastest-growing university at the forefront of medical research & development with its Medical Simulation Building, enrolling over 20,000 Jewish, Palestinian & Arab students each year, the impact its research has on autism, and much more!

In this episode, Amit Moskovitch, head of the GreeNegev student community of green entrepernuership and a student at Ben Gurion University, interviews Daniel Farb (PhD), the donor of 'Tulip' turbine - a special local power generator, harnessing wind and solar energy for generation of electrical power. The podcast was recroded right after the ceremony of the Tulip Turbine installation on BGU campus, as part of the 'climate month' events. Recorded and edited by Dr. Buzi Raviv, BGU Radio Music: Artlist.io

YOU WILL BE A BLESSING TO ALL PEOPLES! That was the divine promise to Abraham. Leave your home in Mesopotamia, go where I show you and I will make of you and your seed a great nation. Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and their wives Sarah, Rebecca and Rachael were the chosen of Jehovah, the great I AM were the ancestors of the Jews and those responsible for the founding of the great nation of Israel. THEY WERE THE BEGINNING OF THE BLESSING!Anti–Semitism is brutal, vicious and never–ending. Asians can be persecuted, discriminated against and mankind rises up. And the same with Native Americans, African Americans, Latinos and each time, mankind rises up, defends and vilifies the alleged discriminators. But it seems that when it comes to the Jews and anti–Semitism, mankind is slow to care or be concerned, much less rise up in defense. The persecution seems rampant, on college campuses, in local politics, even in Congress itself at times. It is a mystery to right–thinking individuals WHY that happens, where this prejudice even hatred comes from. But it is there, real and ugly. Those who hate and discriminate against the Jews will feel the curse of the great God Jehovah, the great I AM. That doesn't seem to matter at all. It is further made difficult to understand, this anti–Semitism because the nation of Israel is one of the world's most technically advanced, medically involved, humanitarian at heart, and philanthropic and charitable in its activities. In the Negev Desert, at one time little more than sand, there now exists the incredible Ben–Gurion University (BGU). That is one of the greatest sources of medical achievement and advancement in the entire world. It is founded and operated by Jews, Israelis who are determined to make the world a better place (Tikkun Olam) one person at a time. BGU houses one of the world's most advanced medical schools.Their mission statement states as follows:To train humane, holistic, ethical and skilled physicians. 700 brilliant world–changing physicians are trained by BGU every year. The underserved Negev inhabitance consisting primarily of immigrants from the former Soviet Union, Ethiopia, India and even Arab lands reap the benefits of this marvelous medical institution. And so does the world!The list of discoveries and medical achievements at this incredible university is absolutely astounding. These brilliant doctors are transforming medicine as we know it. Ben–Gurion University (BGU) is working on a medical process which can, get this, accurately predict the onset of an extreme medical event BEFORE it actually happens. They have developed a new wearable helmet which can measure brain activity in order to predict seizures in epileptic patients, for one. Other extreme medical events are also being studied for the very same result. The future of cancer treatment may be starting in the Negev and at BGU as well. Researchers have discovered that peptides and their biological function, controlled, is key to preventing the spread of cancer! What a blessing to mankind that would be (thus saith the Lord). And more. Molecules designed by BGU researchers could someday help to slow the progression of ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, and even ALS for which there has been no cure and other degenerative diseases.BGU researchers have stopped the progression of Type 1 Diabetes in newly–diagnosed children through clinical trials. What an unbelievable benefit for all mankind the treatment, control and eventual elimination of Type 1 Diabetes in children would be. The blessings for all mankind promised by G–d to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob are never more evident or now even available than the medical discoveries at Ben–Gurion University. Those are just a mere few of the incredible medical work product and discoveries already perfected at BGU or at work and will someday happen for the blessings of mankind. Think about that, my fellow Americans, the next time you see anti–Semitism at work.Where once only hatred and mistrust existed, Israelis have reached out to Arab nations for cooperation, free trade and social intercourse between the nations. The ABRAHAM ACCORDS have fostered new friendship, cooperation and economic ties between Israel and the UAE (United Arab Emirates), Bahrain, and Morocco with an ever–growing possibility that those same accords will exist with Saudi Arabia. Free trade, friendly access between peoples have now begun to most seriously replace the old Arab–Jew hatreds of the past. The Israelis have made that happen. This little nation is one of the most capable in the entire world when it comes to things military and especially nuclear. It is powerful beyond belief. But the heart and soul of Israel is peace, cooperation and the real humanitarian concern for all. The Abraham Accords are evidence of that. Israel would far rather engage in friendly cooperation rather than nuclear warfare with any nation, including Iran. Unfortunately, at least for now, that will never happen for Iran carries on viciously the old Arab–Jew hatreds. Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our faith was a JEW. Never forget that. He came to all humankind from the seed of David and consequently Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. We who worship this SON OF GOD and SON OF MAN must always remember that our Lord was a Jew. He is described as THE GREAT PHYSICIAN. Perhaps He is the unrecognized motivator and inspiration for the incredible medical discoveries of Ben–Gurion University. Israel and the Jews who are privileged to live in the promised land, the great nation of Israel are in so many ways:A BLESSING TO ALL MANKIND!

Exciting!!! Welcome to our very first broadcast from our brand new BGU Radio studio, featuring the President and Rector of BGU, and hosted by Prof. Simon Barak and Francisco Achwoka. The President and the Rector were asked about the potential and role of BGU Radio from their point of view and played very short bits of songs that were meaningful for them on this occasion. Eventually we walked down memory lane with old jingles from the past years of SB Campus Radio, to the era of BGU Radio Technical support: Dr. Buzi Raviv Jingles by: Jason Gallaway, Prof. Simon Barak, Artyom Pindiorin, Leeam Beck and Boaz Ukelson

Juliet and Mike sit down with body painting artist, Rio Sirah. Rio is a self made body artist who appeared on Skin Wars Season 2. The trio talk about mental health, suicide prevention, art, being comfortable in your own skin, and a variety of other topics that make up the reality of today. This was one of BrokenGirl's favorite interviews to date, even though it was recorded in October of 2021. Rio is a genuine person, an amazing artist, and we are proud to present his interview to the BGU audience. Enjoy!

In this special episode of BGU Radio, we talked with one of BGU's wonderful supporters, Max Gitter, who was here for the 52nd Board of Governors Meeting in May 2022. As one of the top US courtroom lawyers, we asked him about his distinguished career in law and what makes BGU is so special to him. Hosts: Prof. Simon Barak and Orli Gold-Haklay Edited by: Dr. Buzi Raviv

International students from BGU's Sede Boker campus, which is located in the heart of the Negev desert, share their initial emotions, experiences and advice for potential students who are about to taste the uniqueness of the international campus. Funny stories and important tips for survival in the Negev desert are promised for the listeners! Many thanks to Nick Duppen, Trishla Vikas, Verena Sturm, and Tomer Shimoni for their insightful contribution. Thanks to our script writers, Reema Diab and Antoine Depeuille, our narrator Haleli Huang, and our ninja star, Nja Zai Du, for editing the podcast. Thanks to Eyal Briman and Dr. Buzi Raviv (the BGU Radio Director) for excellent technical help. Thanks to the whole student group from the BGU Radio Academy Podcast Production course for their help in producing this podcast. Special thanks to our course lecturers, Professor Simon Barak and Dr. Buzi Raviv, for their brilliant leadership, empowering us to have made this happen!! Music: Collected from Artlist.io with license.

Eight outstanding individuals received honorary doctorates from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev on the evening of Tuesday May 17, 2022, during the 52nd Board of Governors Meeting. They include one author, one CEO, three philanthropists, one rabbi, one scientist, and one university chancellor from five different countries. In this special episode of BGU Radio, Prof. Simon Barak and Dr. Buzi Raviv went to meet some of the BGU honorary doctorate recipients and asked them questions about their lives, feelings, careers, thoughts for the future and more! All had important messages for the BGU Community, that you don't want to miss! So, sit back, relax, and be inspired. Timestamps for the episode: 0:38 - Prof. Louise Richardson, UK 12:55 – Rabbi Denise L. Eger, USA 29:47 - David Grossman, Israel Click here to read the full list and description of the honorary doctorate recipients. Credits: Produced and hosted by: Prof. Simon Barak and Dr. Buzi Raviv Edited by: Dr. Buzi Raviv Music: Arak Eshkoliot - Tea Packs Special thanks: Aviva Barach, Chani Silverman

אוניברסיטת בן-גוריון בנגב הודיעה השבוע על הסטת ההשקעות שלה מחברות הקשורות לדלקים מאובנים ולמעשה היא האוניברסיטה הראשונה בארץ שעושה מהלך כזה.   מה זה 'הסטת השקעות' ואיך היא תורמת למאבק במשבר האקלים? למה דווקא אונ' בן-גוריון היתה הראשונה בארץ לעשות מהלך כזה? ומה הסטודנטים חושבים על המהלך והמשמעויות שלו?   שיחה עם שיר שפרן ורון פלדי, סטודנטים ופעילים סביבתיים בארגונים "מגמה ירוקה" ו"כסף נקי", על ההיבטים השונים של המהלך פורץ הדרך הזה. מראיין: ד"ר בוזי רביב, רדיו BGU חדש! עקבו אחרינו באינסטגרם! - https://bit.ly/35I6uQ5

Celebrity Life Coach Shawn Antonio Presents: How to Turn Your Magic all the Way the F**k On! :Shawn Antonio is a Celebrity Life Coach, Author & Motivational Speaker with an electric and infectious enthusiasm for life and lives his life FEARLESS. Shawn chooses to live everyday with god's grace and full of happiness. Born in Brooklyn, NY, to immigrant parents from Panama & Aruba, Shawn was raised in New York, Panama, and Florida. A trained dancer, he spent the early part of his career running a dance company and after relocating to Los Angeles in his early 20's, Shawn went on to become one of Hollywood's most respected and well-known Event Promoters. Now, you may think you've heard every Hollywood story by now. From rags to riches. Not Shawn's story. He has one incredible story to tell. However, It's all about his comeback story that will captivate BrokenGirl's audience. In 2017, Shawn was falsely imprisoned and charged with murder. As we all know what a solid support system will help anyone reclaim ones power . With the incredible support of his beautiful wife, Alicia Antonio , Shawn began writing to release his pain. With his experience he took back his power and released his first book later that year. Now, Shawn is Hollywood's number one celebrity Lifecoach.  Shawn's passion for advocating for others and continuous self-improvement & personal growth is unmatched. He has coached everyone from A-list actors to those who are just trying to rebuild their lives. Juliet sits down with Shawn and finds the hidden gem of pure magic. So grab your favorite BrokenGirl mimosa and get ready to have your MAGIC TURNED ALL THE WAY THE F**K ON! We know you all will enjoy this episode, as we did. Special thanks to Phelton (the best GM at the beautiful La Casa del Camino Hotel In Laguna Beach )  for connecting Shawn and Juliet. Everyone here at BGU feels incredibly blessed to have had this opportunity.  Juliet is proud to say...."All three of us are now lifelong friends. We are blessed to welcome you both to our BrokenGirl Unchained Podcast family . It was truly a pleasure  Te Amo Gentlemen xoxoxo" - Juliet"Follow Shawn Antonio on IG -@shawnantoniolifecoachingWebsite- www.shawnanotnio.comLaguna Beach La Casa del Camino Hotel- https://lacasadelcamino.comor follow La Casa del Camino Hotel on IG https://www.instagram.com/lacasahotellb/?utm_medium=copy_link   ask for General Manager - Phelton Calhoun. You'll be in GREAT hands.  Like & Subscribe to BrokenGirl Unchained: Pandora iheartlisten notes Apple Podcast Spotify #TopPodcastsand all other major platforms Follow BrokenGirl Unchained on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brokengirlunchainedpodcast/?hl=en or  On Facebook

Natalie starts off discussing the recent snowfall; Then meets with Elissa Feingold Yudkin, an olah from the UK who moved to Israel in 1981, newly married. She became an English teacher and remains active in the field today teaching as an instructor at BGU in Eilat, Levinsky Teacher's college & The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies. Elissa today lives with her husband on Kibbutz Ketura in the South of Israel. Returning Home 30JAN2022 - PODCAST

Prof. Aharon Fait talks with Dr. Stefano Ventura, The Scientific Attaché at the Italian embassy in Israel, about climate change as it seen in the Italian mountains landscape. The talk is about the story of a special 100 years' photographic documentation of the Italian summits, and what we can learn about the impact of climate change on society from a century perspective. If you want to see what they were talking about - you are invited to the photos exhibition at the Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research at Sede Boker Campus, BGU. All the details inside. Listen in! Recorded and hosted by: Prof. Aharon Fait Edited by: Alberto Maresca and Dr. Buzi Raviv Music: Artlist.io Image source: https://www.crossed-flag-pins.com Find out more at https://made-in-bgu.pinecast.co

Creative BGU students and young adults from Beer Sheva city, from various fields of studies, participated recently in a unique entrepreneurship program, in collaboration with the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Media, Energy and Technology (https://bip-accelerator.com/). This is even more interesting because the program involves students from Germany and UAE that work together with the Israeli participants to create solutions for real-world challenges. What were they working on exactly? What were their challenges? Did they manage to bridge the geographical and cultural gaps? Find out in this short episode, hosted by BGU Radio's Francisco Achwoka, as he chats with Shai Eshed Bachar, a BGU student who was part of the program. This project is a great example for showing how Beer Sheva evolved into a central hub of innovation and opportunities - unique ecosystem of industry and academy in the desert. Enjoy! סטודנטים, סטודנטיות וצעירים מהעיר באר שבע, עם ראש יצירתי במיוחד (כל אחד בתחומו), החלו בפרויקט ייחודי לקידום יזמות בנגב בשיתוף פעולה של משרד הכלכלה הבווארי ועיריית מינכן. במהלך התוכנית, המשתתפים התחלקו לצוותים בין-לאומיים ועבדו על פתרון אתגרים של חברות אמיתיות מגרמניה. בפרק זה, פרנסיסקו, משתתף בתוכנית ודוקטורנט באוניברסיטת בן גוריון בנגב, מראיין את שי, משתתפת בתוכנית וסטודנטית לתואר ראשון באוניברסיטה. שי ופרנסיסקו מדברים על החוויה הבינלאומית, האתגרים בעבודה בצוותים כאלו וכיצד הם מתמודדים איתם. הפרויקט הזה הוא דוגמא מצויינת לשינויים שעברו על באר שבע ומיצבו אותה כבירת החדשנות וההזדמנויות בישראל ועל הסביבה המיוחדת שהעיר והאוניברסיטה נותנות לסטודנטים וצעירים מהאזור. האזנה נעימה! הפקה ועריכה: איתי הראל וד"ר בוזי רביב לפרטים נוספים על הפרויקט: https://bip-accelerator.com/ Find out more at https://made-in-bgu.pinecast.co

We are honored to host Eric Swanson as our guest on our BLESS Podcast! Eric has a passion for engaging churches worldwide in the needs and dreams of their communities toward the end of spiritual and societal transformation. He is a UC Berkeley grad and holds a DMin in Transformational Leadership in the Global City from BGU. He served with Campus Crusade for Christ for twenty-five years before joining the staff of Leadership Network where he worked with scores of missional churches around North America. He is the co-author of five books including 'The Externally Focused Church', 'The Externally Focused Quest', and 'To Transform a City', and numerous articles on churches that are transforming their communities.

  Patreon   Patreon Contest - November is National Gratitude Month. For us being grateful isn't something you should just do in November or as a holiday, we believe it's something that's worth practicing throughout our daily lives. Let us know what you're the most grateful for in your life.  Prize - Three Packs of Crimson Vow store.commandersocial.com   You can find us on Twitter   Ryan - @greenegeek Zack - @z4ck38 Together - @commandersocial   https://store.mothershipatx.com SOCIALSHIP - free shipping on orders of $50 or more SOCIAL10 - 10% off in stock MTG singles https://discord.gg/MMXQJqf Thursday nights come play at mothership! Our LGS has setup an online store!   Ep 117 Community Spotlight:   @MothershipGames - 6:41 @scryfall - 8:58 @GavinVerhey - 21:18 @schmandrewart - 24:05 @edhrec - 25:28, 42:57 @michaeldlynch - 33:46 @hate_your_deck - 33:46 @blairwitchgreen - 38:31   Main Topic - 2021 by the Numbers   Disclaimer: We're fairly certain all of the cards that are going to be released in 2021 have been shown. We might be wrong? Also, it looks like this does NOT include the Commanders from Secret Lair Stranger Things. Inspiration:  https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/qrxeu1/there_were_186_new_commanders_released_in_2021/   Non-Reprint Cards By Year   2021 - 1,849 2020 - 1,211 2019 - 1,205  2018 - 1,017  2017 - 915  Wotc Is printing over double the unique cards per year this year as they did in 2017!   Non-Reprint Commanders by Year   Scryfall Search:  https://scryfall.com/search?q=border%3Ablack+-is%3Areprint+is%3Acommander+year%3D2021&unique=cards&as=grid&order=name Excludes silver-bordered cards.  2021 = 186 2020 = 185 2019 = 79 2018 = 101 2017 = 55 2016 = 50 2015 = 45 2014 = 39 2013 = 38 2012 = 20 2011 = 28 (15 were in the Commander precons) 2010 = 14 2009 = 13 2008 = 16 2007 = 29 2006 = 36 2005 = 64 2004 = 52 2003 = 8 2002 = 16 2001 = 12 2000 = 23 Commanders Printed by Year   186 commanders in 2021 is wild! Let's look at the color break down   Mono White - 12 Blue - 15 Black - 17 Red - 12 Green - 13   Total - 69   Dual WU - 6 UB - 9 BR - 11 RG - 7 GW - 10 WB - 9 UR - 10 BG - 15 RW - 13 GU - 14   Total - 103   Tri GWU - 2 WUB - 2 UBR - 1 BRG - 0 RGW - 1 WBG - 0 URW - 0 BGU - 1 RWB - 2 GUR - 0   Total - 9   Four Color WUBR  - 0 UBRG  - 0 BRGW  - 0 RGWU  - 0 GWUB  - 0   Total - 0   Five Color WUBRG - 4   Top 8 Commanders from 2021 according to EDHRec   Birgi, God of Storytelling // Harnfel, Horn of Bounty Toski, Bearer of Secrets Varragoth, Bloodsky Sire Tergrid, God of Fright // Tergrid's Lantern Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer Vorinclex, Monstrous Raider Beledros Witherbloom Koma, Cosmos Serpent   Top 8 Cards Printed in 2021 that cannot be a Commander according to EDHRec   Esper Sentinel Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth Storm-Kiln Artist Dauthi Voidwalker Urza's Saga Solve the Equation Wandering Archaic // Explore the Vastlands Archmage Emeritus   Summary   How do you feel about the number of commanders printed this year? What about the sheer number of cards printed this year? Let us know your favorite Commander or card printed this year!   Wrap it up Keep it Social! Komiku - Battle of Pogs https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ Zack Gets it Together Theme Title - Trap Sport By - jorikbasov https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-trap-sport-4348/ Commander Social Theme Consider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/commandersocial You can check us out at commandersocial.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/CommanderSocial You can email us directly at cast@commandersocial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commandersocial On twitter @commandersocial twitch.tv/greenegeek Ryan individually @greenegeek Zack individually @z4ck38 Contact Info © Copyright 2021 Leaky Dinghy, LLC

Episode Notes This podcast with Professor Jeremy Grimshaw, one of the founders of Implementation Science, explores his journey through Implementation Science, lessons learned and messages for future generations. This podcast was recorded for the BGU course titled "Knowledge To Action: Learning How to Disseminate and Implement Evidence Into Policy & Practice" Interviewer and producer: Prof. Moriah Ellen, Department of Health System Management, BGU Editor: Dr. Buzi Raviv, BGU Radio Find out more at https://made-in-bgu.pinecast.co

Rami Puzis is a Senior Lecturer at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Member of the Cybersecurity Research Center at BGU. In this episode of Cybercrime Radio, he joins host Hillarie McClure to discuss what cyber-biological attacks are, how they could happen, and how we can secure and harden the DNA supply chain. To learn more about the BGU Cybersecurity Research Center, visit https://in.bgu.ac.il/en/cyber/pages/research-center.aspx • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Gary takes on the real issues that the mainstream media is afraid to tackle. Tune in to find out the latest about health news, healing, politics, and the economy.       Samara Polytech scientists proved the anti-cancer properties of a number of plant extracts Extracts from black chokeberry, raspberry and fireweed have a special anti-carcinogenic and antioxidant effect Samara Polytech University (Russia), February 9, 2021 Samara Polytech chemists investigated the potential anticarcinogenic effects of extracts obtained from plant materials of lingonberry, raspberry, black chokeberry, grapes, Krasnodar green tea, ginseng, fireweed and coffee, and also evaluated their effect on the growth and viability of colon cancer cells. The research was carried out within the framework of the state assignment for fundamental research No. 0778-2020-0005, its results were published Dec. 29, 2020 in the journal Proceedings of Universities. Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology  Prevention is the most cost-effective and long-term strategy for controlling this disease. It is now well known that almost 50% of all malignant tumors can be prevented with proper nutrition based on natural products with a preventive effect. "Polyphenols are the largest variety of plant components. It is this class of chemical compounds that have shown powerful antioxidant properties. They actively fight against cellular damage caused by free radicals, slowing down the aging and preventing oxidation. In addition, they protect the body from inflammatory, cardiovascular, neurodegenerative diseases, and some forms of cancer", one of the authors of this study, associate professor of the Department of Technology and Organization of Public Catering of Samara Polytech Natalya Eremeeva explains. "We studied in detail the beneficial properties of lingonberry, raspberry, black chokeberry, grapes, Krasnodar green tea, ginseng, fireweed and coffee. When conducting the MTT cytotoxicity test, the scientists found that the ginseng extract was the most cytotoxic, and the coffee extract was the least cytotoxic. It has been proven that all the studied extracts are able to reduce the expression of pro-inflammatory genes. The most pronounced inhibitory effect on the expression of these genes is possessed by the extracts of chokeberry and fireweed. The research team supposes that this study may serve as a basis for conducting in vivo experiments to determine anticarcinogenic activity.   Diet rich in tomatoes cuts skin cancer in half in mice Ohio State University, February 5, 2021 Daily tomato consumption appeared to cut the development of skin cancer tumors by half in a mouse study at The Ohio State University. The new study of how nutritional interventions can alter the risk for skin cancers appeared online in the journal Scientific Reports. It found that male mice fed a diet of 10 percent tomato powder daily for 35 weeks, then exposed to ultraviolet light, experienced, on average, a 50 percent decrease in skin cancer tumors compared to mice that ate no dehydrated tomato. The theory behind the relationship between tomatoes and cancer is that dietary carotenoids, the pigmenting compounds that give tomatoes their color, may protect skin against UV light damage, said Jessica Cooperstone, co-author of the study and a research scientist in the Department of Food Science and Technology in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at Ohio State. There were no significant differences in tumor number for the female mice in the study. Previous research has shown that male mice develop tumors earlier after UV exposure and that their tumors are more numerous, larger and more aggressive. "This study showed us that we do need to consider sex when exploring different preventive strategies," said the study's senior author, Tatiana Oberyszyn, a professor of pathology and member of Ohio State's Comprehensive Cancer Center. "What works in men may not always work equally well in women and vice versa."    Previous human clinical trials suggest that eating tomato paste over time can dampen sunburns, perhaps thanks to carotenoids from the plants that are deposited in the skin of humans after eating, and may be able to protect against UV light damage, Cooperstone said. "Lycopene, the primary carotenoid in tomatoes, has been shown to be the most effective antioxidant of these pigments," she said. "However, when comparing lycopene administered from a whole food (tomato) or a synthesized supplement, tomatoes appear more effective in preventing redness after UV exposure, suggesting other compounds in tomatoes may also be at play." In the new study, the Ohio State researchers found that only male mice fed dehydrated red tomatoes had reductions in tumor growth. Those fed diets with tangerine tomatoes, which have been shown to be higher in bioavailable lycopene in previous research, had fewer tumors than the control group, but the difference was not statistically significant. Cooperstone is currently researching tomato compounds other than lycopene that may impart health benefits. Non-melanoma skin cancers are the most common of all cancers, with more new cases—5.4 million in 2012—each year than breast, prostate, lung and colon cancers combined, according to the American Cancer Society. Despite a low mortality rate, these cancers are costly, disfiguring, and their rates are increasing, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. "Alternative methods for systemic protection, possibly through nutritional interventions to modulate risk for skin-related diseases, could provide a significant benefit," Cooperstone said. "Foods are not drugs, but they can possibly, over the lifetime of consumption, alter the development of certain diseases," she said.   Cannabis reduces blood pressure in older adults, according to Ben-Gurion University researchers Ben Gurion University (Israel), February 8, 2021    A new discovery by researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) and its affiliated Soroka University Medical Center shows that medical cannabis may reduce blood pressure in older adults.  The study, published in the European Journal of Internal Medicine, is the first of its kind to focus on the effect of cannabis on blood pressure, heart rate and metabolic parameters in adults 60 and above with hypertension.  "Older adults are the fastest growing group of medical cannabis users, yet evidence on cardiovascular safety for this population is scarce," says Dr. Ran Abuhasira of the BGU Faculty of Health Sciences, one of Israel's leading medical faculties, and the BGU-Soroka Cannabis Clinical Research Institute. "This study is part of our ongoing effort to provide clinical research on the actual physiological effects of cannabis over time." Patients were evaluated using 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, ECG, blood tests, and body measurements -- both before and three months after initiating cannabis therapy.  In the study, researchers found a significant reduction in 24-hour systolic and diastolic blood pressure values, with the lowest point occurring three hours after ingesting cannabis either orally via oil extracts or by smoking. Patients showed reductions in blood pressure in both daytime and nighttime, with more significant changes at night.  The BGU researchers theorize that the relief from pain, the indication for prescription cannabis in most patients, may also have contributed to a reduction in blood pressure.  "Cannabis research is in its early stages and BGU is at the forefront of evaluating clinical use based on scientific studies," says Doug Seserman, chief executive officer of American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. "This new study is one of several that has been published recently by BGU on the medicinal benefits of cannabis."   Study links exposure to nighttime artificial lights with elevated thyroid cancer risk University of Texas Health Science Center, February 8, 2021 People living in regions with high levels of outdoor artificial light at night may face a higher risk of developing thyroid cancer. The finding comes from a study published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society. Over the past century, nightscapes--especially in cities--have drastically changed due to the rapid growth of electric lighting. Also, epidemiological studies have reported an association between higher satellite-measured levels of nighttime light and elevated breast cancer risk. Because some breast cancers may share a common hormone-dependent basis with thyroid cancer, a team led by Qian Xiao, PhD, of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Public Health, looked for an association between light at night and later development of thyroid cancer among participants in the NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study, which recruited American adults aged 50 to 71 years in 1995-1996. The investigators analyzed satellite imagery data to estimate levels of light at night at participants' residential addresses, and they examined state cancer registry databases to identify thyroid cancer diagnoses through 2011. Among 464,371 participants who were followed for an average of 12.8 years, 856 cases of thyroid cancer were diagnosed (384 in men and 472 in women). When compared with the lowest quintile of light at night, the highest quintile was associated with a 55 percent higher risk of developing thyroid cancer. The association was primarily driven by the most common form of thyroid cancer, called papillary thyroid cancer, and it was stronger in women than in men. In women, the association was stronger for localized cancer with no sign of spread to other parts of the body, while in men the association was stronger for more advanced stages of cancer. The association appeared to be similar for different tumor sizes and across participants with different sociodemographic characteristics and body mass index.  The researchers noted that additional epidemiologic studies are needed to confirm their findings. If confirmed, it will be important to understand the mechanisms underlying the relationship between light at night and thyroid cancer. The scientists noted that light at night suppresses melatonin, a modulator of estrogen activity that may have important anti-tumor effects. Also, light at night may lead to disruption of the body's internal clock (or circadian rhythms), which is a risk factor for various types of cancer. "As an observational study, our study is not designed to establish causality. Therefore, we don't know if higher levels of outdoor light at night lead to an elevated risk for thyroid cancer; however, given the well-established evidence supporting a role of light exposure at night and circadian disruption, we hope our study will motivate researchers to further examine the relationship between light at night and cancer, and other diseases," said Dr. Xiao. "Recently, there have been efforts in some cities to reduce light pollution, and we believe future studies should evaluate if and to what degree such efforts impact human health."     Nobiletin in Citrus: targeting the circadian network to promote bioenergetics and healthy aging University of Texas Health Science Center, February 5, 2021   According to news reporting originating from Houston, Texas, research stated, “The circadian clock is the biological mastermind governing orderly execution of bodily processes throughout the day. In recent years, an emerging topic of broad interest is clock-modulatory agents, including small molecules both of synthetic and natural origins, and their potential applications in disease models.” Our news editors obtained a quote from the research from the University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, “Nobiletin is a naturally occurring flavonoid with the greatest abundance found in citrus peels. Extensive research has shown that Nobiletin is endowed with a wide range of biological activities, yet its mechanism of action remains unclear. We recently found through unbiased chemical screening that Nobiletin impinges on the clock machinery to activate temporal control of downstream processes within the cell and throughout the body. Using animal models of diseases and aging, we and others illustrate potent beneficial effects of Nobiletin on cellular energetics in both periphery and brain to promote healthy aging.” According to the news editors, the research concluded: “Given its excellent safety profile, Nobiletin may represent a promising candidate molecule for development of nutraceutical and chronotherapeutic agents against chronic and age-related neurodegenerative diseases.” This research has been peer-reviewed.     Brain changed by caffeine in utero, study finds University of Rochester Medical Center, February 9, 2021 New research finds caffeine consumed during pregnancy can change important brain pathways that could lead to behavioral problems later in life. Researchers in the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) analyzed thousands of brain scans of nine and ten-year-olds, and revealed changes in the brain structure in children who were exposed to caffeine in utero. "These are sort of small effects and it's not causing horrendous psychiatric conditions, but it is causing minimal but noticeable behavioral issues that should make us consider long term effects of caffeine intake during pregnancy," said John Foxe, Ph.D., director of the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience, and principal investigator of the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development or ABCD Study at the University of Rochester. "I suppose the outcome of this study will be a recommendation that any caffeine during pregnancy is probably not such a good idea." Elevated behavioral issues, attention difficulties, and hyperactivity are all symptoms that researchers observed in these children. "What makes this unique is that we have a biological pathway that looks different when you consume caffeine through pregnancy," said Zachary Christensen, a M.D/Ph.D. candidate in the Medical Science Training Program and first author on the paper published in the journal Neuropharmacology. "Previous studies have shown that children perform differently on IQ tests, or they have different psychopathology, but that could also be related to demographics, so it's hard to parse that out until you have something like a biomarker. This gives us a place to start future research to try to learn exactly when the change is occurring in the brain." Investigators analyzed brain scans of more than 9,000 nine and ten-year-old participants in the ABCD study. They found clear changes in how the white matter tracks—which form connections between brain regions—were organized in children whose mothers reported they consumed caffeine during pregnancy. URMC is one of 21-sites across the country collecting data for the ABCD study, the largest long-term study of brain development and child health. The study is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Ed Freedman, Ph.D., is the principal investigator of the ABCD study in Rochester and a co-author of the study. "It is important to point out this is a retrospective study," said Foxe. "We are relying on mothers to remember how much caffeine they took in while they were pregnant." Previous studies have found caffeine can have a negative effect on pregnancy. It is also known that a fetus does not have the enzyme necessary to breakdown caffeine when it crosses the placenta. This new study reveals that caffeine could also leave a lasting impact on neurodevelopment. The researchers point out that it is unclear if the impact of the caffeine on the fetal brain varies from one trimester to the next, or when during gestation these structural changes occur. "Current clinical guidelines already suggest limiting caffeine intake during pregnancy—no more than two normal cups of coffee a day," Christensen said. "In the long term, we hope to develop better guidance for mothers, but in the meantime, they should ask their doctor as concerns arise."   Here's how stress, illness and even sunburn trigger herpes cold sore flareups University of Virginia School of Medicine, February 11, 2021 Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have shed light on what causes herpes simplex virus to flare up, explaining how stress, illness and even sunburn can trigger unwanted outbreaks. The discovery could lead to new ways to prevent cold sores and recurrent herpes-related eye disease from reoccurring, the researchers report. "Herpes simplex recurrence has long been associated with stress, fever and sunburn," said researcher Anna R. Cliffe, of UVA's Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cancer Biology. "This study sheds light on how all these triggers can lead to herpes simplex-associated disease." About Herpes Simplex Recurrence  Once you're infected with herpes simplex virus, or HSV—and more than half of Americans are—the virus never really goes away. Instead, it lurks inside neurons, waiting for the right moment to strike again, a process known as reactivation.  Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, are one of the most common symptoms of HSV reactivation. Recurrent reactivation in the eye leads to herpes keratitis, which, if left untreated, can result in blindness. HSV infection has also been linked to the progression of Alzheimer's disease.  Recurrences of HSV are typically associated with stress, illness or sunburn, but doctors have been uncertain exactly what causes the virus to reactivate. Cliffe and her collaborators found that when neurons harboring the virus were exposed to stimuli that induce "neuronal hyperexcitation," the virus senses this particular change and seizes its opportunity to reactivate. Working in a model developed by the Cliffe lab using mouse neurons infected with HSV, the researchers determined that the virus hijacks an important immune response within the body. In response to prolonged periods of inflammation or stress, the immune system releases a particular cytokine, Interleukin 1 beta. This cytokine is also present in epithelial cells in the skin and eye and is released when these cells are damaged by ultraviolet light.  Interleukin 1 beta then increases the excitability in the affected neurons, setting the stage for HSV to flare up, the UVA researchers discovered. "It is really remarkable that the virus has hijacked this pathway that is part of our body's immune response," Cliffe said. "It highlights how some viruses have evolved to take advantage of what should be part of our infection-fighting machinery." The scientists say that more research will need to be done to fully understand the potential factors which play into herpes simplex disease. It may vary depending on the virus strain or the type of neuron infected, even. And it is still unknown if the virus alters how neurons respond to cytokines such as Interleukin 1 beta. But the new insights help doctors better understand what is happening in neurons and the immune system, and that could lead to ways to prevent unwanted outbreaks, the researchers hope. "A better understanding of what causes HSV to reactivate in response to a stimulus is needed to develop novel therapeutics," Cliffe said. "Ultimately, what we hope to do is target the latent virus itself and make it unresponsive to stimuli such as Interleukin 1 beta." The researchers have published their findings in the scientific journal eLife.     Prebiotics may help to cope with stress Recent study shows prebiotic fibers can help to protect beneficial gut bacteria and restore healthy sleep patterns after a stressful event University of Colorado, February 9, 2021   What are some ways you cope with stresses in your life? Do you do yoga? Meditate? Exercise? Perhaps you should add taking prebiotics to that list.   Probiotics are well known to benefit digestive health, but prebiotics are less well understood. Prebiotics are certain types of non-digestible fibers that probiotic bacteria feed on, such as the fibers found in many plant sources like asparagus, oatmeal, and legumes. Certain bacteria also feed on non-fibers such as the protein lactoferrin, which also acts like a prebiotic and is found in breast milk.   According to a new study published in the online journal, Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience by Professor Monika Fleshner, PhD, and her team from the University of Colorado, Boulder, regular intake of prebiotics may promote beneficial gut bacteria and recovery of normal sleep patterns after a stressful episode.   "Acute stress can disrupt the gut microbiome," explained Dr. Agnieszka Mika, a postdoctoral fellow and one of the authors of the study, "and we wanted to test if a diet rich in prebiotics would increase beneficial bacteria as well as protect gut microbes from stress-induced disruptions. We also wanted to look at the effects of prebiotics on the recovery of normal sleep patterns, since they tend to be disrupted after stressful events."   In this experiment, test rats received prebiotic diets for several weeks prior to a stressful test condition and compared with control rats that did not receive the prebiotic-enriched diet. Interestingly, rats that ate prebiotics prior to the stressful event did not experience stress-induced disruption in their gut microbiota, and also recovered healthier sleep patterns sooner than controls.   Given that these experiments were done in rats, are these results relevant for humans? "The stressor the rats received was the equivalent of a single intense acute stressful episode for humans, such as a car accident or the death of a loved one," said Dr. Robert S. Thompson, the lead author of the study. "A next set of studies will be looking exactly at that question - can prebiotics help humans to protect and restore their gut microflora and recover normal sleep patterns after a traumatic event?"   In the mean time, should we start including prebiotics in our diets to help cope with stress? "So far no adverse effects from prebiotics have been reported," said Dr. Mika, "and they are found widely in many plants, even present in breast milk, and are already commercially available." Healthy gut bacteria and restful sleep could be your benefits.    

Brandi and Ryan sit down with Chi Muoi Lo to learn about the business of Acting. Brandi is going to take the course so she can start her movie career and Ryan is well, so he can be her Producer! Learn all the secrets from Chi! Sign up for Mastering the Business of Acting w/ Chi Muoi Lo This episode is brought to you by: Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandi and Ryan sit down with Chi Muoi Lo to learn about the business of Acting. Brandi is going to take the course so she can start her movie career and Ryan is well, so he can be her Producer! Learn all the secrets from Chi!Sign up for Mastering the Business of Acting w/ Chi Muoi LoThis episode is brought to you by:Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD)Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb ChatGet the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!!www.brandiglanville.comFrom Straw Hut MediaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandi and Ryan sit down with Chi Muoi Lo to learn about the business of Acting. Brandi is going to take the course so she can start her movie career and Ryan is well, so he can be her Producer! Learn all the secrets from Chi! Sign up for Mastering the Business of Acting w/ Chi Muoi Lo This episode is brought to you by: Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media

We have a new President! Can we just make a new rule "No Twitter for Presidents"? PLUS Brandi is getting lots of questions about the Erika divorce. AND is Brandi sending the wrong message for young women? With that said - a new president and a new year - let's get in better spirits! This episode is brought to you by: Best Fiends Green Chef (Use code BRANDI90 for $90 off and free shipping) Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a new President! Can we just make a new rule "No Twitter for Presidents"? PLUS Brandi is getting lots of questions about the Erika divorce. AND is Brandi sending the wrong message for young women? With that said - a new president and a new year - let's get in better spirits!This episode is brought to you by:Best FiendsGreen Chef (Use code BRANDI90 for $90 off and free shipping)Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD)Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb ChatGet the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!!www.brandiglanville.comFrom Straw Hut MediaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a new President! Can we just make a new rule "No Twitter for Presidents"? PLUS Brandi is getting lots of questions about the Erika divorce. AND is Brandi sending the wrong message for young women? With that said - a new president and a new year - let's get in better spirits! This episode is brought to you by: Best Fiends Green Chef (Use code BRANDI90 for $90 off and free shipping) Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media

Brandi has been through a lot of legal issues, from a divorce settlement to being sued. This week Dror Bickle answers all of her questions, so next time she is prepared! This episode is brought to you by: Nutrafol (use promo code BRANDI for 25% off and free shipping) Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandi has been through a lot of legal issues, from a divorce settlement to being sued. This week Dror Bickle answers all of her questions, so next time she is prepared!This episode is brought to you by:Nutrafol (use promo code BRANDI for 25% off and free shipping)Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD)Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb ChatGet the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!!www.brandiglanville.comFrom Straw Hut MediaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandi has been through a lot of legal issues, from a divorce settlement to being sued. This week Dror Bickle answers all of her questions, so next time she is prepared! This episode is brought to you by: Nutrafol (use promo code BRANDI for 25% off and free shipping) Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media

If you know Brandi at all, you KNOW she has a thing about teeth. Today she sits down with her friend and smile artist for the stars, Victoria Veytsma! They talk everything from how to get that perfect smile and all of her famous clients, to playing a game to see which stars have had work done! This episode is brought to you by: Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you know Brandi at all, you KNOW she has a thing about teeth. Today she sits down with her friend and smile artist for the stars, Victoria Veytsma! They talk everything from how to get that perfect smile and all of her famous clients, to playing a game to see which stars have had work done!This episode is brought to you by:Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD)Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb ChatGet the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!!www.brandiglanville.comFrom Straw Hut MediaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you know Brandi at all, you KNOW she has a thing about teeth. Today she sits down with her friend and smile artist for the stars, Victoria Veytsma! They talk everything from how to get that perfect smile and all of her famous clients, to playing a game to see which stars have had work done! This episode is brought to you by: Nu-X (use promo code BGU for 20% off CBD) Book a live hangout with Brandi on Celeb Chat Get the Drinking and Tweeting Audiobook NOW!!!! www.brandiglanville.com From Straw Hut Media

Shmuel Rosner and Ephraim Shoham-Steiner discuss Shoham-Steiner's latest book: Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe.   Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner is a historian specializing in Medieval Jewish History. He is an associate professor at the Department of Jewish History at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Be'er-Shevah. He is also the director of The Center for the Study of Conversion and Inter-Religious Encounters at BGU.   Follow Shmuel Rosner on Twitter.

MJ shares how she almost killed somebody and sits with Model Jeannie F co-founder of Big Girls United. BGU represents a lifestyle not a size! Founded by Tasha Hill and Jeannie Ferguson, BGU is a trendy, contemporary, ready to wear collection for the ever changing styles in the world of fashion.

Juliet and Mike sit down with Ellis Martin, an entrepreneur and host of the Ellis Martin Report. The trio talk about Ellis' life experience, along with the trials he has faced before finding his most recent success. Ellis is a very entertaining and interesting person with a kind heart and compassionate soul. The successful businessman has been homeless three different times in his life and has found a way to persevere through life's hardships and become a success. More impressive than any financial successes, is the fact that Ellis is the type of person that anyone would be lucky to call a friend and ally. The trio talk about overcoming obstacles, suicide, and how to battle life's adversity. We absolutely loved interviewing Ellis and wanted to thank him again for opening up his Malibu home to BGU for the interview. Tell your friends, neighbors, coworkers, and even the annoying person behind you in line for coffee, this is one interview you can't afford to miss. Don't forget to give us a like and follow BrokenGirl Unchained on our social media platforms.

Juliet and Mike sit down with director of the Extraordinary Ordinary and author of Elephant, Natalie Rodriguez. The trio talk about Natalie's work and the connection to taking on projects that deal with mental health issues. Natalie gives a candid interview to the BGU team and talks openly about the challenges of undertaking works of this nature. Natalie is an absolute badass and everyone at BrokenGirl Unchained loved interviewing this talented and creative individual.

In this episode Fahreen is joined by Erika and Yume the editor and chief and founder of B.G.U. The trio discuss what the word queer means and how the process of translation influences how queer is understood in Japan. BGU is a bilingual, Queer Feminist zine! To learn more about B.G.U make sure to check out their socials. B.G.U Instagram: @B.G.U.befree B.G.U Website: https://www.bgubefree.org Super Smash Hoes Instagram: @Supersmashhoesmedia Super Smash Hoes Website: www.supermashhoesmedia.com *Disclaimer: This podcast is not professionally produced or researched, it is informed by the views and knowledge of the hosts and interviewees. We encourage you to do your own research.

Marshall & Caleb dig into the Chick-fil-A Kickoff game, new CEO of Seminole Boosters Mike Alford, Award Watch list, and the New Bloods of BGU.

Hi, my name is Michael Sahno, the host of "12 Cities in Israel"! In this episode I sit with Laila Perelman-Soppi the Student Coordinator of the BGU International Program at Ben Gurion University in Be'er Sheva! Find out why BGU is one of the leading universities in Israel and why Be'er Sheva is the best place to study Hebrew! Enjoy!!! For more information on studying at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, please visit: https://in.bgu.ac.il/en/international/ Recorded in Tel Aviv, Israel at the SEA Executive Suites! https://www.sea-hotel.co.il We travel to Israel twice a year to do interviews with individuals from all across Israeli society. People from the left, people from the right, the religious, the secular, everyone. We do this to bring Israel to the world. We do this because the world needs to realize that Israelis are people, just like you and me. You Can Subscribe to This Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher TuneIn, Spotify or Watch a Video Version of This Podcast on Our YouTube Channel @: https://www.youtube.com/c/12CitiesinIsrael If You Want to Help Support This Podcast, Then Please Visit Our Patreon Page @: https://www.patreon.com/12citiesinisrael Check Out the Song from This Episode, “Dunya” and More on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/the-revivo-project/555377380 Also, Watch The Video for This Song on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaD8Qcqps3w And Subscribe to Their YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channe/UCvqlSAlwZN12ClJknGN78mw The Revivo Project IS Israel!!! Special Thanks to: Ilanit Ram & Everyone at the SEA Executive Suites, Maayan Bronstein & Olga Pertsovsky from Neviot, Sharon Mercer from Carmel Car Service, Dave, Johnny Z & Ryan at Alto Music, Jacob & Marquita from Adorama, Sally Zilberstein at El Al Airlines, Ariel & Roy at Glikson Camera, Stephanie & Robert Sahno, Rachel Villegas & Family, Moti Biton & Family, Rafi Cohen, Jeff Rosenfeld, Charlotte & Miriam Strauss, Kate Volman, The City College of NY Jewish Studies Program, Ben Gurion University International ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please Visit Our Sponsors! Thank You Sponsors! Neviot+ Water https://www.neviotglobal.com/en/home Carmel Car Service https://www.carmellimo.com/ Alto Music https://www.altomusic.com Also, Please Visit These Organizations & See What You Can Do to Help! ALEH https://www.aleh.org Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel https://www.schneider.org.il/eng ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Website: https://www.12citiesinisrael.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/12citiesinisrael Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/12citiesinisrael

On the 149th episode of the Inside the NFL Prospects podcast series, West Virginia QB Jarrett Doege. Jarrett talks transitioning from BGU, his wake up call to the D1 level, young prospects at WVU, and much more.

On the 149th episode of the Inside the NFL Prospects podcast series, West Virginia QB Jarrett Doege. Jarrett talks transitioning from BGU, his wake up call to the D1 level, young prospects at WVU, and much more.

On the 149th episode of the Inside the NFL Prospects podcast series, West Virginia QB Jarrett Doege. Jarrett talks transitioning from BGU, his wake up call to the D1 level, young prospects at WVU, and much more.

VP for Global Engagement Prof. Limor Aharonson-Daniel and Prof. Nadav Davidovitch discuss the implications of the new Corona virus on BGU community.

BGU על יזמות עסקית בנגב - סדרה חדשה ברדיו אונ' בן גוריון משחקת תפקיד חשוב במיוחד בסצנת היזמות בנגב. בפרק כפול ומיוחד נכיר את האנשים והארגונים באונ' אשר בונים את האקוסיסטם של החדשנות הטכנולוגית באיזור. בפרק זה: ראיון עם דנה גביש, מנהלת מרכז יזמות 360 ומיה וורבנקו, מנהלת השיווק של מרכז היזמות. יזמות 360: https://in.bgu.ac.il/Pages/yazamut.aspx לפרקים נוספים בסדרה: https://anchor.fm/negevbiz

BGU סדרה חדשה ברדיו על יזמות עסקית בנגב בהגשת ליאון דויד ועינת דורון אונ' בן גוריון משחקת תפקיד חשוב במיוחד בסצנת היזמות בנגב. בפרק כפול ומיוחד נכיר את האנשים והארגונים באונ' אשר בונים את האקוסיסטם של החדשנות הטכנולוגית באיזור. בפרק זה: ראיון עם שני מנהלים צעירים מאד ומעוררי השראה - רועי קמחי מנכ"ל קרן ההשקעות קקטוס קפיטל ודניאל איינהורן מנכ"ל טק 7 קרן קקטוס קפיטל : https://www.bgu.cactus.capital/ טק 7: https://www.tech7.community/ להאזנה לפרקים נוספים בסדרה: https://anchor.fm/negevbiz

TRACS Annual Meeting Learnings | Changing Higher Ed 028 Episode Summary The Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), an accreditation body for Christian institutions of higher education, works with approximately 100 institutions. Founded in 1979, the organization is a voluntary non-profit self-governing body that promotes the welfare, interests and development of higher education institutions who have a distinctly Christian purpose. The TRACS Annual Meeting provides opportunities for networking and learning about best and emerging practices among the members. This podcast features the following individuals who attended the recent TRACS Conference: Ann Rill, Chief Academic Officer at Veritas Baptist College. Bryan McCabe, Academic Dean at Bakke Graduate University Steve Hase, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Southern Evangelical Seminary Key Learnings from Dr. Ann Rill Veritas Baptist College started as a Bible institute in the 1980s. In the 1990s, the institution became a full-fledged college and received accreditation in 2011. In 2004, Veritas started implementing distance education through video-conferencing while also having some physical sites where classes could be held. The institution’s work expanded to the point where 17 churches along the East Coast offered Veritas’ courses on-site. During that time, institutional leaders realized that additional flexibility was needed in delivering the courses so each course was videotaped and sent out to students. Eventually, Veritas changed its model to utilize Adobe Connect and eventually Zoom. Over time, all of students were drawn to on-line courses through asynchronous lectures so the university ended on-site classes. Veritas now professionally records most faculty lectures. As Veritas moved into online education, faculty were concerned about how they would mentor students and prepare young people with ministry. Faculty now believe online education actually offers more opportunity to mentor because the lectures are prerecorded, thus freeing up their time throughout the week to meet with students either face-to-face or via online meetings. Rill said she appreciated the feeling of community available through attending TRACS events and tries to use these meetings to network and develop relationships with other institutions and their leaders. She believes that these relationships have been very beneficial to Veritas over the years. In discussing the most recent conference, Rill highlighted sessions focused on mentoring, which is a real challenge for online institutions like Veritas. Noting that 51 percent of Veritas’ student body is made up of transfer students, she cited one session that focused specifically on mentoring transfer students. Rill noted that this type of approach is important because only approximately 40 percent of all transfer students attending non-profit schools complete their academic program. Rill said that Veritas representatives who attended the TRACS conference have started using what they learned to develop new mentoring outreach efforts. For example, Veritas CFO is part of a group that will mentor students on financial planning and how to avoid taking out student loans. Rill also pointed to the need to remove barriers, such as discounting the quality of academic courses taken at other institutions, which hamper students from transferring. Although most institutions want to maintain a high academic standard (and often think that their own academic standard is the gold standard), the fact is that many students will be transferring throughout their academic careers. This makes sense – Millennials and Gen Z’ers are projected to have an average of nine different careers during their lifetime; thus, it is not surprising that they would follow this pattern of regular change in their academic studies. Wise institutional leaders will find ways to help these students transfer their previously earned credit hours, which increasingly will be important as the population of potential students nationally continues and even accelerates its decline. Rill did note that Veritas’ transfer policies are slightly different in relation to undergraduate and graduate programs. Veritas is more open to receiving undergraduate credit from schools that may not be accredited but that have appropriately degreed faculty members and are offering a valid program. She pointed out that accreditation is relatively new in Christian colleges and institutional leaders have been slow to embrace accreditation because they want to make sure that the accreditor’s worldview is in line with the Christian institution. Therefore, students who started their degrees many years ago may not have undergraduate degrees or credits from accredited colleges, so Veritas tries to do its best to accommodate these students without losing any integrity. At the graduate level, Veritas does accept qualified students, even if their degrees do not come from an institution that is accredited. However, as part of their admissions review, Veritas officials may identify academic deficiencies in the student’s background that would affect their graduate studies. The institution may ask the student to take some additional undergraduate courses to close these gaps. Rill also noted that Veritas does hold a high standard when considering requests to transfer graduate courses. In addition, Veritas has a policy that graduate students need to complete at least 25 percent of their program at Veritas to earn their graduate degree. Key Learnings from Dr. Bryan McCabe Bakke Graduate University’s main headquarters are in Dallas, but the university’s students live across the word with 30 percent residing in North America. The university offers an Executive MBA program and a Master’s degree in Transformational Leadership as well as doctoral degrees in Transformational Leadership and Ministry. The university serves business leaders, political leaders, Christian pastors and missionaries. These individuals take classes together, which brings diverse viewpoints to the classroom. In addition, BGU’s faculty are located around the world. Most classes are offered on-line. However, BGU also has an innovative program in which students can attend week-long immersive on-site classes that look at Christian work and issues in a specific city. The institution also has a Board of Regents (which is different that its Board of Trustees) comprised of individuals located across the world that serves as a resource network for coaching and mentoring BGU’s students. McCabe said he appreciated the opportunity to network with the conference’s diverse participants. His biggest takeaway from the TRACS Conference was the need for each of the university’s initiatives to be tied to a visioning and strategic planning process that is aligned with all of the stakeholders within the university. The TRACS conference showcased the need to continually assess progress while also communicating to and involving individuals.   The university just went through the 10-year accreditation process with TRACS and received commendations for their work. However, there is room for fine-tuning and McCabe noted that attunement to a shared vision is a big challenge. Key Learnings from Dr. Steve Hase Southern Evangelical Seminary, which is 26 years old, offers educational programs through integrating classical philosophy and evangelical theology with apologetics. The Seminary is known for a full integration that helps Christians be prepared for a contemplative faith and have influence in their professional and community spheres. Hase experienced three takeaways from the TRACS Conference: The conference improved his own mindset through offering the opportunity to meet peers and learn about everyone’s challenges and successes. He realized that he’s not alone when undertaking these efforts. TRACS regularly pulls together numerous subject-area experts on topics, including strategic planning, building institutional leadership, a data-driven approach to admissions, reporting and measuring, and donor-centric fundraising. Fellowship is a critical part of the TRACS Conference because it allows participants to interact with others who are mission-minded. These individuals are always willing to impart their experiences and wisdom. TRACS leadership coaches individuals to help them become better leaders. In addition, the association creates workshops to help campus leaders do an accreditation self-study and to show ways that the institution can demonstrate it is meeting the accreditation requirements. These resources offer clarity and create templates that help institutions succeed. The conference also offered ideas to help the Board of Trustees understand their roles and be successful. The seminary is considering beginning a capital campaign, but after attending TRACS, Hase realizes that institutional leaders need to figure out how to cultivate a culture of stewardship as well as sustainable donors. The TRACS conference also made him reevaluate whether the institution is ready for this campaign and whether the need exists to sharpen the strategic plan. He now believes he needs to make sure that the Board and the senior leadership are on the same page before reaching out to raise external capital. Bullet Points TRACS conferences offer opportunities to network and develop relationships with leaders from other institutions. These events also provide opportunities to learn from others, both informally and formally. TRACS offers support to members who are going through the accreditation process. In addition, the association’s conferences and meetings create a network that helps members remain on the cutting edge of higher education. Mentoring students – especially those who are transferring into the institution -- is important, especially since the available student population will decline soon. Look for innovative ways to involve leaders and faculty, such as creating mentoring opportunities around personal finance. Additionally, institutions need to look at removing barriers in relation to transferring. This includes finding appropriate ways to accept course credits. Strategic planning and visioning should be at the heart of the institution’s efforts. This process needs to be continually refined and involve regular participation by the institution’s diverse stakeholders. Institutions can take an out-of-the-box approach through creating a network of key individuals around the world who can mentor students. Think through capital campaigns carefully before starting these efforts. These campaigns need to be tied to the strategic plan and continually involve and update all stakeholders. Links to Articles, Apps, or websites mentioned during the interview: TRACS Veritas International University Bakke Graduate University Southern Evangelical Seminary Guests Social Media Links: Ann Rill Bryan McCabe Steve Hase The Change Leader’s Social Media Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com

Yoav Ronel (Bezalel and BGU) considers representations of a melancholic national and subjective desire in the prose of Micha Yosef Berdichevsky (1865-1921) This talk deals with the representations of a melancholic national and subjective desire, in the prose of Micha Yosef Berdichevsky (1865-1921), one of the prominent figures of the revival period of modern Hebrew Literature. Berdichevsky – as critics have shown repeatedly – claimed that the national revival will come from the birth of a new, erotic, willful and vital subject: the young, in-love and “detached” (Talush) protagonist of many of his stories, who represents the fracture point of Jewish modernity and secularism at the end of the 19th century. Ronel suggests that erotic love and the desire for a national revival in Berdichevsky's poetic work appear as experiences of a melancholic desire that does not exhaust itself because it has already lost its object. And that this desire is the hinge around which the new life of Berdichevsky's work turns. The erotic and vital desire – both subjective and national – is built upon an inherent sadness and melancholy. The revival period was characterized by a tension between the desire for the founding of sovereign Jewish nationality, and a deep doubt concerning the historical possibility of that project. Berdichevsky held a radical and anti-positivist position concerning the national-political debate: In his publicist and philosophical texts, the author repeatedly called for the need for Jewish sovereignty, and for the cultivation of a subjective and collective erotic will. Such calls stood against Berdichevsky's disbelief in the possibility of such endeavour, and even in the survival of modern Jewish culture. Ronel argues that the melancholy found at the heart of his work is not opposed to the erotic and the national desire but preserves them. That is why Berdichevsky's poetic and philosophical language does not distinguish between love and melancholy. Melancholy, Ronel thus argues, is not a biographical or psychological sadness and loss, but a poetic-political device. It is a mechanism for the suspension of subjective and national desire, and functions as the key to a renewed understanding of the author's work and life.

Yoav Ronel (Bezalel and BGU) considers representations of a melancholic national and subjective desire in the prose of Micha Yosef Berdichevsky (1865-1921) This talk deals with the representations of a melancholic national and subjective desire, in the prose of Micha Yosef Berdichevsky (1865-1921), one of the prominent figures of the revival period of modern Hebrew Literature. Berdichevsky – as critics have shown repeatedly – claimed that the national revival will come from the birth of a new, erotic, willful and vital subject: the young, in-love and “detached” (Talush) protagonist of many of his stories, who represents the fracture point of Jewish modernity and secularism at the end of the 19th century. Ronel suggests that erotic love and the desire for a national revival in Berdichevsky’s poetic work appear as experiences of a melancholic desire that does not exhaust itself because it has already lost its object. And that this desire is the hinge around which the new life of Berdichevsky’s work turns. The erotic and vital desire – both subjective and national – is built upon an inherent sadness and melancholy. The revival period was characterized by a tension between the desire for the founding of sovereign Jewish nationality, and a deep doubt concerning the historical possibility of that project. Berdichevsky held a radical and anti-positivist position concerning the national-political debate: In his publicist and philosophical texts, the author repeatedly called for the need for Jewish sovereignty, and for the cultivation of a subjective and collective erotic will. Such calls stood against Berdichevsky’s disbelief in the possibility of such endeavour, and even in the survival of modern Jewish culture. Ronel argues that the melancholy found at the heart of his work is not opposed to the erotic and the national desire but preserves them. That is why Berdichevsky’s poetic and philosophical language does not distinguish between love and melancholy. Melancholy, Ronel thus argues, is not a biographical or psychological sadness and loss, but a poetic-political device. It is a mechanism for the suspension of subjective and national desire, and functions as the key to a renewed understanding of the author’s work and life.

The Chris Klieman era of K-State football launched with a dominating victory over Nicholls, and it continues Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium when the Wildcats meet the Bowling Green Falcons, who are also 1-0 on the season, in an 11 a.m. game. The all-new Powercat Pregame Podcast featuring GoPowercat.com publisher Tim Fitzgerald is back, and Fitz is joined by GPC's D. Scott Fritchen, Riley Gates and Ryan Wallace in the roundtable session, and then he speaks with GoPowercat analysts Marcus Watts, Brien Hanley and Kelly Stewart, before interviews with former K-State linebacker Ben Leber, offensive line coach Conor Riley, BGU head coach Scot Loeffler and Fitz's keys to victory wrap up this jam-packed pregame podcast. The Powercat Podcast streams on the 247Sports Podcast Network at Megaphone.fm., and the Powercat Pregame Podcast is sponsored by Robbins Motor Company. You can subscribe to the Powercat Podcast to ensure instant and consistent delivery of shows at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify and TuneIn, and if you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On our Pesach Special Prof. Daniel Chamovitz, the President of Ben Gurion University of the Negev, spoke exclusively with SB Campus Radio about his vision, leadership, science and future exciting developments at BGU. We played some of his favorite songs and learned about his Seder plans. We enjoyed a lot - sure you will too. Hag Sameach! Thanks: Students and Faculty of BGU - for recording questions Rajarachan Kogalimath - for the photos Hosts: Prof. Simon Barak, Francisco Achwoka and Buzi Raviv Songs: Passover - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5CJqmiYaXc&t=91s Buffalo Springfield - For what it's worth Iron Butterfly - In a Gadda da Vida Cris Willamson - Waterfalls Six13 - A Lion king Passover

SB Campus Radio hosts Yosef and Malca, two amazing musicians from Mizpe Ramon! Our BGU International Student Focus this week is on Nnebou Chidiebere, whose motivation for research on water treatment was the need to involve local stakeholders to ensure sustainability! Finally, hats off to all the BGU graduates and stay tuned for our new and exciting summer shows! Have Fun! hosted by Frnacisco, Jansi and Buzi Songs: Your face - Yosef and Malca Chet Faker - Gold Fela Kuti - Water no get enemies Chinko ekun - Able God Nina Simon - Feeling Good Rema - Corny

Tania Bird, a famous and honored alumni of SB Campus and BGU, is our special guest for this episode. She Leads several environmental protests recently and she came all the way to Sede Boqer to tell us all about them. We will also discuss the special event for Purim - "Ad Lo Yada" and listen to fantastic music. Look for Free Straw Israel on FB: https://www.facebook.com/StrawFreeIsrael/ Hosts: Jansi and Francisco Songs: Purim Trance 2012 Caravan palace - Wonderland Aqua - Barbie Girl Johnni Mitchell - Big Yellow Taxi Netta - Basa Sababa Gumbo - Frenchman Street

Leah and I reunited again! We talk about our days before leaving for BGU and our thoughts on what’s to come on our journey ahead! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/antonio-vincent-delorco/message

What happens to your friendships post relocation? What really happens when u move back? Are your friendships still as strong as they where when you was in the same town? Most likely not, but it’s okay. friendships need distance. Today Koko talks about friendships post relocation and how it has changed the dynamics of the friendships. In the ladies room we have a fav Nessa Black talking about Meagan the Stallion, LHHMIA getting cancelled over some Swedish Vodka so excuse the amount of F bombs dropped. Make sure you like, subscribe l, rate and share BGU. Get involved on social media at @bgupodcast and @kokoamore.bgu --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bguninterrupted/message

Brandi is back! It's the return of Unfiltered as she recaps where she's been and what she's been up to. But, thank goodness, she's here to stay! Get ready for new episodes of BGU. Plus, fun stories about stupid boys!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandi is back! It's the return of Unfiltered as she recaps where she's been and what she's been up to. But, thank goodness, she's here to stay! Get ready for new episodes of BGU. Plus, fun stories about stupid boys!

In this episode of BGU we talk about cracked lips, wage gaps, gun regulations and more!

In today's podcast, we hear that Olympic Destroyer exploits EternalRomance and morphs as it moves from machine to machine. Other Olympic hacks are out there, too. The US Intelligence Community tells Congress to expect a more assertive Iran, Russia, and North Korea in cyberspace. They also forecast more election influence operations. General Nakasone has been nominated to succeed Admiral Rogers at NSA and US Cyber Command. Yossi Oren from BGU on two-factor authentication for the disabled. Guest is John Kuhn from IBM X-Force Iris on the uptick in spam around the Valentine’s Day holiday.Coin mining continues to make a nuisance of itself. 

In today's podcast we hear about a possible Charming Kitten sighting. Phishing in Tibet shows just how successful cheap skid labor can be. Cisco patches a serious flaw in VPN products. Fitness app Strava says it will work to close privacy holes. Experts say you're just a tap away from giving yourself away, and it's not just Strava, not by a long shot. South Korea considers how cryptocurrency might be regulated. The US SEC shuts down an allegedly fraudulent ICO. Yossi Oren from BGU on insecure mobile device cases. Guest is JT Keating from Zimperium on the effects of Meltdown and Spectre on mobile devices. And what do you call an ICO that steals the price of a cheap seat? 

In today's podcast, we hear that Turla's back, with a depressingly nifty man-in-the-middle campaign. The US thinks it sees Russia trying to influence Mexico's national elections. Russian banks are hit with a new mobile Trojan. Iran continues its Internet crackdown, and conducts more domestic surveillance and hacking. Winter Olympics-themed cyberattacks rely on well-crafted social engineering. Patch Tuesday addressed Spectre, Meltdown, Flash, and an Office zero-day. Yossi Oren from BGU on vulnerabilities in mobile device replacement touchscreens. Stay away from flashlight apps. (And take a look at your dog-walker's app, too, while you're at it.) 

It's another Best of BGU! Little Women LA star Terra Jole joins Brandi to talk about her work on the show, doubling as a producer, setting out to write her own book, having a marriage in the public eye, and working with her co-stars.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another Best of BGU! Little Women LA star Terra Jole joins Brandi to talk about her work on the show, doubling as a producer, setting out to write her own book, having a marriage in the public eye, and working with her co-stars.

We kick off with Briiiine picking his favorite niece, followed by a talk of shows from our childhood up to and including Nicktoons. A healthy BGU. Scotty and his BB gun. AA. The potential accelerate potential of goo which spawns into a fun movie spin-off. Strap in stiffs…Twitter: @BatsBelfryEmail: BatsBelfryPodcast@gmail.comFacebook: @Bats in the BelfryRecorded – 8/6/13