Podcasts about Castello

Tony Stewart joins WFO Radio after winning Top Fuel at the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals. Tune in for the EXCLUSIVE interview with Tony Stewart fresh off his first-ever NHRA Mission Foods Series win. Tony joins host Joe Castello to share inside details on his historic victory. Joe will also dive into the biggest stories and results from Las Vegas including wins by Funny Car champion Austin Prock and Dallas Glenn, breaking down all the action. Don't miss this high-octane conversation—stream LIVE or catch the podcast after! #NHRA #TonyStewart #Racing

In this high-octane episode of the WFO Ignition podcast, host Joe Castello and the crew dive into Tony Stewart's historic first Top Fuel win at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Fresh off Stewart's victory over reigning champ Antron Brown, Jasmine Salinas, and Justin Ashley, the team breaks down the Hall of Famer's breakthrough moment in his Rayce Rudeen Foundation Dodge//SRT dragster. Alongside this milestone, they tackle the day's hottest motorsports topics, including Austin Prock's Funny Car triumph, Dallas Glenn's Pro Stock dominance, and the unique chaos of four-wide racing. Expect passionate debates, insider insights, and the signature WFO energy as they unpack all the action from Las Vegas!

Rev up your engines for an explosive episode of the WFO Radio Ignition podcast, hosted by Joe Castello and featuring the full Patreon crew alongside special guest Krista Suydam, the standout winner of the Bakersfield March Meet and Tucson Dragway! This week, Krista joins the gang to share her thrilling journey to victory, offering insider details on her dominating performances in these iconic drag racing showdowns. The Patreon crew—Giovanni in Miami, Sue Morris, Troy in Oregon, Matt in Australia, and UKev from the UK—brings their signature energy as they tackle the hottest topics in motorsports and beyond. Troy in Oregon takes the wheel with a deep dive into the Spring Fling Million, fresh off his firsthand experience at the race, breaking down the high-stakes action and unforgettable moments. Gio in Miami steers the conversation into Sports Collision, delivering his fiery takes on the latest in sports, while Sue Morris shares her own racing adventures, giving a personal spin on life in the fast lane. Matt in Australia checks in with his Down Under report, offering a unique global perspective about Australia's first 3.6 second run, and UKev dials in from the UK to add his transatlantic flair to the mix. From drag strips to headlines, this wild episode is packed with passion, debates, and the unfiltered vibe that makes WFO Ignition a must-listen for racing fans everywhere!

Tune in to WFO Radio for an action-packed livestream podcast hosted by Joe Castello, diving deep into the world of NHRA Drag Racing! This episode features Goodyear engineers Todd Rogers, Sales Account Manager for Drag Racing, and Bill Bedont, Technical Project Manager for Drag Racing and Sports Car Tires, as they break down the recent removal of air deflectors on Top Fuel dragsters and its impact on the sport. Pro Stock rookie sensation Matt Latino joins the show to recap his thrilling Vegas 4-Wide Nationals experience, including his standout victory over his own father, Eric, in a dramatic father-son showdown. Plus, Elon Werner from Drag Racing Bracket Bonanza stops by to preview the upcoming NHRA action in Las Vegas, offering insights and predictions. Host Joe Castello ties it all together with the latest news and updates from the high-octane world of NHRA Drag Racing. Don't miss this insider look at the technology, rivalries, and excitement driving the sport forward! 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications to catch all our exclusive drag racing content and interviews! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

On this episode, we speak to Dr Pablo P. Castello, currently a Research Fellow of the Animal Law and Policy Program at Harvard Law School. Pablo is an interdisciplinary political theorist whose work has appeared in such diverse locations as the American Political Science Review, Biological Conservation, and the feminist philosophy journal Hypatia. On this episode, however, we focus on his recent article 'The fabric of zoodemocracy: a systemic approach to deliberative zoodemocracy', which was published in the Critical Review in International Social and Political Philosophy, or CRISPP. Knowing Animals is proudly sponsored by the Animal Politics book series, published by Sydney University Press.

Emozioni Pasquali: Sapori Autentici e Scoperte ItalianeViaggiando e Mangiando: un racconto di Pasqua tra valli, arte e sapori che emozionano! ️ In questa puntata, vi portiamo con noi in un viaggio che celebra la rinascita della primavera e le eccellenze del nostro territorio, unendo la gioia della Pasqua alla scoperta di luoghi e sapori indimenticabili.Immaginate la vivace atmosfera pasquale della Valtellina, dove la natura si risveglia e le tradizioni si rinnovano tra eventi festosi e attività all'aria aperta.Abbiamo respirato l'aria frizzante della montagna e assaporato l'autenticità di questa terra generosa.Poi, abbiamo varcato i cancelli della Tenuta di Castellaro, una cantina dove il design visionario si fonde con la passione per il vino, creando un'esperienza che va oltre la semplice degustazione. Un luogo dove l'estetica esalta l'anima del vino.Ci siamo lasciati incantare dalla bellezza degli "Erbari d'autore" al suggestivo Castello di Miradolo, un dialogo silenzioso tra l'arte e la natura che ci ha ricordato la meraviglia del mondo che ci circonda.A Volterra, abbiamo percepito l'attesa per l'arrivo della mostra del tartufo, un profumo inebriante che anticipa le delizie della terra.Infine, abbiamo alzato i calici con due vini che sono vere e proprie narrazioni liquide: l'Amarone Capitel Monte Olmi di Tedeschi, un racconto di potenza e tradizione veneta, e il Benefizio 2023, che con i suoi 50 anni di storia audace ci ha sussurrato storie di passione e innovazione enologica toscana.Un viaggio che ha toccato le corde dell'anima, risvegliando i nostri sensi e regalandoci emozioni autentiche.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/viaggiando-e-mangiando--3286496/support.

Yeliz Castillo is a dedicated TA professional starting her journey in London with little English, she embraced the challenge and became fluent in her third language while developing a passion for recruitment. Yeliz thrives on connecting with people, making an impact on their lives, and building meaningful relationships. She values authenticity, collaboration, and stepping out of her comfort zone to pursue her goals. Liz is currently TA Lead & Sr. Talent Partner at pplwise.Shownotes00:00 - Intro & Context05:00 - The Importance of Clear Communication10:45 - Candidate Feedback Strategy18:30 - Recruitment Market DynamicsGuest Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yeliz-akin/Thomas Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-kohler-pplwise/Thomas e-mail: thomas@pplwise.compplwise: https://pplwise.com/

Join us for an explosive episode of WFO Radio NHRA Nitro! Host Joe Castello sits down with NHRA Pro Stock legend Greg Anderson following his 108th NHRA Pro Stock win, diving into his storied career. The high-octane action continues as Nitro Funny Car standout "Fast" Jack Beckman and Top Fuel powerhouse Clay Millican make appearances from the media center following the race, sharing their insights, race-winning experiences, and what it takes to compete at the top of NHRA Drag Racing. Host, Joe will give behind the scenes details from the event. Tune in for thrilling stories, insider perspectives, and a full dose of nitro-fueled excitement! Available on YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms—don't miss it! 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications to catch all our exclusive drag racing content and interviews! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

Joe Castello and the Patreon Crew are back to recap all the action from NHRA, NASCAR, and get ready for F1. Australia Report and SportsCollision.

Roberto Galimberti"Di erbe e di fiori"Erbari d'autoreDa Besler a Penone, da De Pisis a CageMostra aperta fino al 22 giugno 2025Castello di Miradolo, San Secondo di PineroFondazione Cossowww.fondazionecosso.com Il termine “erbario” porta con sé alcuni concetti come collezione, classificazione, catalogazione, studio, memoria: questa dimensione metodologica e formale non ha soltanto caratterizzato la produzione di erbari storici che coniugavano la conoscenza del reale a una innegabile qualità estetica, ma ha anche suggerito ad artisti moderni e contemporanei differenti possibilità di esplorazione di linguaggi e di relazione con la natura e i suoi elementi.La mostra Di erbe e di fiori. Erbari d'autore. Da Besler a Penone, da De Pisis a Cage, in programma al Castello di Miradolo di San Secondo di Pinerolo (TO) dal 22 marzo al 22 giugno 2025, intende costruire un dialogo tra alcune pagine di erbari storici con la visione di alcuni artisti che attorno alla riflessione sulla materia e sugli elementi della natura hanno costruito opere che sono specchio del proprio tempo e del presente. Gli erbari storici di Carlo Allioni, Basilius Besler, Carlo Lupo, Pierre Edouard Rostan, Camillo Sbarbaro, Ada e Alfonso Sella diventano un controcanto alle opere di Vincenzo Agnetti, Björn Braun, Chiara Camoni, Adelaide Cioni, Betty Danon, Filippo De Pisis, Piero Gilardi, Giorgio Griffa, Wolfgang Laib, Ugo La Pietra, Christiane Löhr, Mario Merz, Helen Mirra, Richard Nonas, Giulio Paolini, Giuseppe Penone, Robin Rhode, Thomas Schütte, Alessandra Spranzi e Michele Zaza. Al di fuori delle sale, il Parco del Castello di Miradolo, con le sue essenze, le sue specie, le sue architetture vegetali, a dialogare con l'esposizione - curata dalla Fondazione Cosso e da Roberto Galimberti, con la consulenza iconografica di Enrica Melossi - e a mostrare un tempo, anch'esso sospeso tra storia e futuro.   L'esposizione è accompagnata da un'inedita installazione sonora, a cura del progetto artistico Avant-dernière pensée, dedicata al brano “In A Landscape” di John Cage del 1948. Una lenta sequenza al pianoforte di note omoritmiche, separate tra loro dallo stesso intervallo, sembra sottolineare la possibilità di ascoltare e, insieme, di essere “dentro” l'ascolto, in un paesaggio sonoro da osservare con attenzione, da vicino, come un quadro o le pagine di un erbario. Il sistema di diffusione del suono progettato per le sale espositive costruisce lo spazio, ne muta i confini percettivi e dialoga con la dimensione visiva, in un continuo controcanto in cui la cadenza dei suoni sembra confondersi con l'incedere dei passi di chi osserva.Parallelamente alla mostra si articolerà il progetto “Da un metro in giù”: un percorso didattico per i visitatori di tutte le età per imparare, con gli strumenti del gioco, a osservare le opere d'arte e la realtà che ci circonda.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarewww.ilpostodelleparole.itDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.

In this episode of 'More Than Work,' host Rabiah sits down with Amanda Castello, Associate Director of Employee Engagement at UCSD's Rady School of Business, Ayurvedic coach, and yoga teacher. They discuss Amanda's journey from Michigan to San Diego, her career evolution, the importance of communication skills in job seeking, and her work in career coaching. Amanda also delves into her holistic wellness practices, including Ayurveda and yoga, and how they complement her professional life. They touch on the importance of giving your time to the community and finding inspiration from your surroundings.00:00 Introduction to More Than Work Podcast00:34 Meet Amanda Castello: Career Coach and Yoga Teacher02:54 Amanda's Journey to Career Coaching04:11 Challenges and Insights in Career Coaching06:52 The Importance of Communication Skills13:49 Amanda's Personal Journey with Yoga and Ayurveda21:06 Balancing Multiple Passions and Taking Breaks22:36 Balancing Passion and Career23:37 Artistic Expression and Personal Growth24:56 Ayurveda and Career Integration26:52 Athena STEM Women and Community Involvement30:27 Women in Tech and Career Reflections34:56 Fun Five Questions40:30 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationNote from Host:I love interviewing people I haven't met because it is an opportunity to get to know someone brand new. But it is even more exciting to get to chat with someone I do know a little better and explore subjects that we never have in real life. Amanda was one of the most supportive non-comics on the comedy scene when I was starting out in San Diego. Our paths crossed briefly before I headed to the UK but her now husband was one of my comedy buddies and she was often a face in the crowd and on the sidelines I was always happy to see. I have followed her career over time and we were finally able to connect. She is impressive, she is compassionate and she is someone I know I will keep learning from. Listen up and learn about Ayurveda, career growth and more! +++++ Find AmandaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandascastello/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanda.ayurvedichealth +++++ More than Work Social Media: @morethanworkpod (Facebook, Instagram) and @rabiahcomedy (TikTok)Please review and follow anywhere you get podcasts. Thank you for listening. Have feedback? Email morethanworkpod(at)gmail.com!

#NHRA #dragracing #nhraresults NHRA Arizona Nationals results featuring Greg Anderson, Shawn Langdon, and Paul Lee, plus a tour of the Total Seal Piston Rings factory. Sign for a fun recap of the sold out event at Firebird Motorsports Park. Host Joe Castello will look back at the weekend of NHRA Drag Racing including a frightening crash by Ron Capps. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications to catch all our exclusive drag racing content and interviews! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

Unterrichtsstörungen nerven. Und schnell etablieren sich ungute Verhaltensmuster in einer Klasse. Wie damit umgehen? Hier gibt das Classroom Management Antworten – und sogar Hinweise, was Lehrkräfte tun können, damit es gar nicht erst dazu kommt. Das fängt nämlich schon im ersten Kontakt mit der Klasse an. Manche Prinzipien lassen sich dabei auch übertragen auf Situationen außerhalb der Schule. Bildungsforscherin Felicitas Thiel hat viel dazu geforscht und geht im Gespräch mit Bob Blume zahlreiche Situationen durch. Links COPSY-Längsschnittstudie (Folgen der COVID-19-Pandemie und anderer globaler Krisen auf die psychische Gesundheit von Kindern und Jugendlichen in Deutschland) | https://www.uke.de/kliniken-institute/kliniken/kinder-und-jugendpsychiatrie-psychotherapie-und-psychosomatik/forschung/arbeitsgruppen/child-public-health/forschung/copsy-studie.html Brodersen, G., Grabowski, F. & Castello, A. (2022). SORCK‐Modell: Verhaltensanalyse als Ausgangspunkt für eine Förderplanung. In M. Gebhardt, D. Scheer & M. Schurig (Hrsg.), Handbuch der sonderpädagogischen Diagnostik. Grundlagen und Konzepte der Statusdiagnostik, Prozessdiagnostik und Förderplanung (S. 723‐732). Regensburg: Universitätsbibliothek | https://doi.org/10.5283/epub.53149 Hörtipp: "Das war der Bauernkrieg" | 4-teiliger History-Serie im Podcast "Alles Geschichte" | https://1.ard.de/bauernkrieg?cp=swr Bei Fragen und Anregungen schreibt uns: dieschulebrennt@auf-die-ohren.com

Rescue and patchwork relationship.B Book 3 in 18 parts, y FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.Loving your enemy is easy, you know precisely where both of you stand(Right where we left off)The closest Marine had been waiting for me to finish my bonding moment with Menner before speaking. He walked and talked like an officer."You are certainly Mr. Cáel Nyilas," he nodded. "I'm Lt. Robeson, United States Marine Corps. I would like to take you and your party home. What is the situation?""Lieutenant, this young lady is Aya Ruger. She was kidnapped along-side me and managed to kill over twenty of our enemies, so be careful around her." I was deadly serious about what I said. Aya should get proper credit for all the people she sedated then drowned. Dead was dead, even if it was accidental."These two," I pointed to Zhen and Mu, "are Lúsìla ninda and Amar, Taiwanese nationals suffering some shock from the abrupt crash landing of the aircraft. They don't seem to know why they were kidnapped, but they were instrumental in aiding Aya and me making it to shore during the typhoon.""If you say so, Sir," he nodded. He did believe me, yet a soldier was taught to be skeptical of anything a civilian told him about a military situation. "The bodies?""Those are the corpses we found after the storm. I decided we should attempt to place them in your custody so you can figure out who they are," I suggested."Sir, I don't think we can let civilians keep their weapons aboard the flight," the Marine Lt. stated since I had both a pistol and submachine gun, Aya had her pistol and Zhen had her and Mu's blades. A Marine NCO sent a party to gather the dead."Marine, I am Cáel Nyilas, Irish diplomat, freebooter and Champion of the worst possible causes," I began my spiel."You probably have some orders concerning bringing me in alive. I am not so constrained and am more than willing to steal this aircraft and fly back to Hawaii without you. My team keeps their weapons, or you give me your best shot, right now," I met his gaze. He mulled over his options. Two Romanians and two Marines were starting to load the ad hoc body bags aboard the C-37B."Normally I don't take that kind of crap from a civilian and I don't want you to think I'm making an exception because of your Security Clearance. I'll let your people keep your weapons, but if something goes wrong, I'm shooting you first," he assured me."Done deal," I offered my hand and he shook it."Oh and Happy Tibetan Independence Day," he congratulated me."What?" I gasped. Rescue and patchwork relationships{6 pm, Sunday, August 17th ~ 22 Days to go}{11 pm Sunday, Aug. 17th (Havenstone Time)}{And just this once, 11am Monday, Aug. 18th Beijing Time}"Oh and Happy Tibetan Independence Day;, nice work.," the Marine congratulated me."What?""How is that possible?" muttered Mu."Yippee!! No more burning monks," Aya fist-pumped. Personally, I think she did that for the enjoyment of our guardians and to piss off Zhen and Mu just a tiny bit more.(Mandarin) "Brother," Zhen studied her brother's pained expression. "What has gone wrong?"(Mandarin) "The province of Tibet apparently has broken away," he groused. In English, to the Marine Lieutenant he repeated, "How is this possible?""I take it you didn't know Peace Talks had broken out?" he grinned. I doubted the Lt. bought my 'these are my two Taiwanese cobelligerents' story, but belief was above his pay grade, so he didn't give a shit."Yes," Mu mumbled, "we knew of the proposed cease-fire.""Yes, you mean both sides actually honored it?" I added. I really had been out things for a while."Nearly two days ago, noon, Peking Time, the People's Republic of China and the Khanate put a six month cease-fire into effect which has remained intact for forty-one," he looked at his watch, "forty-one and a half hours." He was being a cock to the petulant Mu. No one called Beijing 'Peking' anymore. I had even ordered Beijing Duck on several menus. Peking was the height of Western Imperialist thinking, or so it looked to Mu.(Mandarin) "He is yanking your chain, Mu," I explained. "You are looking pissed off at being rescued, which isn't doing my alibi for you much good.""My apology," Mu nodded to the lieutenant. "Is there any news from the Republic of China? Are they free as well?" That was nice of Mu to call Taiwan by its pet name, the ROC."Not yet," he patted Mu's unwounded leg, "but with the utter shellacking the Khanate put on the People's Navy (really the People's Liberation Army Navy, but the Marine was getting his shots in) it is only a matter of time."I had been translating in a low voice to the V nători de munte in order for them to keep up with the conversation. They all started laughing. The Marines joined in. There was a huge joke here that we had missed out on while stranded.(Romanian) "So, ask them if they know where their aircraft carrier is," Menner chuckled. Most Romanians had grown up knowing of only one China.Me: (Romanian) "What!"A Naval Corpsman who didn't know Romanian, but knew 'aircraft carrier' just fine jumped in: "Oh yeah, the missing Chinese Aircraft carrier," she chortled.Mu: "What!"I'd only been gone two and a half days. What the hell had been going on?(What had transpired in my absence and the subsequent consequences)(Notes:P R C = People's Republic of China; PLA = People's Liberation Army;P L A N = People's Liberation Army Navy;P L A A F = People's Liberation Army Air Force;R O C = the Republic of China {aka Taiwan, aka Chinese Taipei, aka the "other China"};The First Unification War {aka what the Khanate did to China in 2014};Truce lasts from August 16th 2014 until February 15th, 2015 = 183 days)There are several classic blunders grownups should know to avoid: never fight a land war in Asia, never go in against a Sicilian when death is on the line, and, if you are going to cross a master thief, first make sure you have nothing of value. For the land war in Asia, check with my partner, the Khanate. Substituting Black Hand for Sicilian ~ check with Ajax, use an Ouija board. So far, destiny was batting .500.The last blunder I created entirely on my own, but I felt it was the true and right response for the circumstances. So witness the Six Families of the Ninja and the greatest theft in all of recorded history.In the closing hours of the First Unification War, as in many wars, some serious theft was going on; mainly it was the People's Republic getting fleeced.The most obvious and immediate blows came in the Spratlys and Parcel Islands where Khanate forces (actually, elements from all the JIKIT players) seized the key island in the Parcel chain, Woody Island, and secured the P L A N base the Chinese had created there, including the 2,700 meter runway built there in the 1990's. The 1,443 Chinese civilians and 600 military inhabitants in the area were incidental complications and the survivors were about to be 'repatriated' to the mainland anyway; the Khanate didn't want them hanging around as they prepared for the inevitable end of the six-month truce.Yes, the Khanate had stolen the most important island airfield ~ an unsinkable carrier really ~ in the South China Sea. It was also the northern end of the potential People's Republic of China's stranglehold on the east-west sea lanes between East Asia and the rest of the World, i.e., roughly 25% of all global trade.The southern end? That would be the Spratlys. There are few 'real' islands in that 'island group' and only two worth having: the artificial one the P L A N was building and the one the ROC has a 1200 meter airfield on. That artificial island and every other PRC/P L A N outpost in the region was also stolen by the Khanate between 4 a.m. and noon of that final day of active conflict.Every geological feature that had been the basis for the PRC's claims to all of the South China Sea was now in Khanate hands. Considering how much the P L A N had bullied everyone else in that portion of the globe, the Khanate taking over their geopolitical position was incredibly awkward. It was going to get worse.Technically, the Khanate hadn't stolen the P L A N 'South Sea Fleet' (SSF); they'd blown the fuck out of it, including sinking the sole fully-functioning P L A N carrier Liaoning as well as five of the nine destroyers and six of the nineteen frigates in her battle group. The Liaoning and one destroyer had died in those last few hours as the SSF was racing for the relative safety of Philippine waters ~ so close, but no cigar.So the Khanate had stolen the ability of the P L A N to project power in the South China Sea until February 15th, 2015 when the U N brokered truce ended. But that was not the epic theft, though. That distinction went to the Ninja. What did they steal? A semi-functional Chinese nuclear powered super-aircraft carrier still under construction.The beast had no official name yet, but she was a 75,000 ton engine of Global Domination laid down in 2011 and clearly complete enough to float and to be steered under her own power. (To be on the safe side, the Ninja included stealing four tugboats to help in their getaway.) So, you may be asking yourself, how does one 'steal' a nuclear-powered, 1000 foot long, 275 foot wide and ten-story tall vessel?For starters, you need a plan to get on board the sucker. We had begun with the Black Lotus. They wanted to sneak onboard, exit the dockyard the ship was being built in, then sink it off the coast so it couldn't be easily salvaged. That was plan A.Enter the Khanate and their plans; they too wanted to sink this vessel, and destroy the dry docks while they were at it. That was plan B. Actually, the Khanate desire was to contaminate that whole section of the port city with fallout from shattered reactors. They knew they would have to apply overkill when they smashed that bitch of a ship because the PLAN had hurriedly put on board its defensive weaponry ~ ensuring that the Khanate couldn't easily destroy it. For their approach, Temujin's people wanted the Black Lotus' help with the on-the-ground intelligence work. But the Black Lotus didn't want to help anyone irradiate Chinese soil.Enter JIKIT as referee. All those islands the 'Khanate' was busy stealing were actually part of a larger JIKIT mission called Operation Prism. Another object that was a part of the overall plan was Operation Wo Fat, the sinking of the Liaoning ~ again GPS direction and distance to be courtesy of the Black Lotus.JIKIT absolutely needed the Black Lotus. The Black Lotus wouldn't help anyone planning on poisoning any part of China for the next thousand years. Sinking the unnamed and incomplete vessel off the coast in deep waters meant no nuclear leakage and plenty of post-war time to salvage the wreck before it did start to hemorrhage. The Khanate wanted to kill this potential strategic nightmare no matter what it cost the Chinese ecology.JIKIT went to the Ninja to help them adjudicate the issue. All the lights flared brightly in Ninja-Town when they heard of that delicate dilemma. They could make everybody happy and send a clear message to the Seven Pillars expressing how unhappy the six surviving families were about the 7P's trying to annihilate them when all of this 'unpleasantness' began.The Khanate was already going to blast the shipyards and docks, the Black Lotus was already going to sail the ship into deep waters, so why not take it one step further, sail the ship into Japanese waters and declare it Khanate property as a colossal Fuck You! to the PRC, PLAN and specifically the Seven Pillars, all at the same time?Now normally, you can't steal a ship that big. The owners will notice it is missing and come looking for it. And you can't sell or hide the damn thing. So, you steal it at the tail end of a war before the players can capture, or sink it. It just so happened the Ninja had access to a war and such a time table.The next problem: where do you put it? The Khanate's closest safe haven was 8,000 km away at the Eastern Mediterranean Seaport of Izmir.But wait!The Khanate was about to steal an island airbase with its own (albeit small) harbor. The Khanate was confident that a few weeks after the truce, an alternate port, or two, would become available for the two-to-three year process it would require to prepare the vessel so it could be commissioned as the true warship it was meant to be.So, how do you steal a well-guarded, humongous ship with its skeleton crew of 500? You need a distraction ~ a big one. Remember those Khanate airstrikes? They intended to destroy the dockyards anyway. Now all they had to do was 'miss' the carrier.They could do that. If you recall, to dissuade the Khanate from sinking the ship in the final days of the war, the PLAN had hastily put teeth on the thing by giving it all its pre-designed defensive weaponry and added jury-rigged radar and sonar systems. The carrier could defend itself if needed. With the new plan (C), the airstrikes could avoid those teeth, thus reducing the risk of losing their precious planes and pilots.A series of bombing runs and missile hits near the carrier would convince the PLAN admiral in charge to hurriedly put some distance between the ship and shore, Not out to sea. That would be stupid. Within the harbor, his weaponry could adequately defend his ship. And if she took serious damage, he could run her aground, so the vessel wouldn't really sink.The only problem was that out in the harbor, with everything exploding, he was away from the only ground security support available. That was when the Amazons, Black Lotus, Ninja and JIKIT mercenaries would make their move. How could they sneak up on such a big, important ship? By using the submarines the US Navy, the British Royal Navy and Japanese Defense Force were providing, of course.Note: As I stated earlier, Lady Fathom, Addison and Riki had wandered way off the reservation . By this time, if you were a Japanese, British, or American submarine commander in the Yellow Sea and you weren't part of this madness, you were insanely jealous of those who were.The missions JIKIT was sending them on were:-definitely Acts of War if they were ever discovered,-far more dangerous than any war game exercise they'd ever been part of, and-the ultimate test of their crews and equipment.These people weren't suicidal. They believed they were the best sneaks under the Seven Seas and now they could prove it ~ in 50 years when this stuff was declassified (if it ever was).For the one American, two British and four Japanese submarines inserting the assault teams, this whole mission had a surreal feel to it. They were transporting a packed assortment of women of Indian, Malaysian and Indonesian descent along with some very lithe Japanese ladies and gents, none of who talked a whole lot.There was a third group with the spooky women and spookier Japanese teams, and that group was scared shitless about the sudden turn their lives had taken. They were all former American and British servicewomen (to not tick off the Amazons too much) with carrier and/or nuclear reactor experience who had been RIFed (Reduction in Force, aka fired) in the past five years from their respective national navies.Around a week ago, they had all answered an advertisement by a logistics support corporation that was going to do a 'force modernization' in an unnamed country. They all knew that mean the Khanate. The job had been laid out as 'basically your old job with the addition of training the natives' and it included the promise of no combat.It was a guaranteed five year contract with an option for a year-to-year extensions for another five years if you desired to stick around. For that, you received your 'pay grade upon retirement + 20%', free room and board, private security, judicial protections and a $10,000 to $10,900 signing bonus. For many struggling military families, it was manna from Heaven and thousands were signing up.Then 72 hours ago, a different group from the same company came knocking on the women's doors. If you could come with them right then and there, they had a satchel of money, $100,000 to $109,000, tax free, and a Non-disclosure Agreement for you to sign. Sure, the deal sounded shady, but the money was very real.Twenty-four hours later those who accepted the money found themselves in a small fishing village on Ko Island, Japan. There some rather fiercely intense people outlined the job they were needed for. From a submarine, the assault teams would sneak aboard the carrier, neutralize the crew and then the new crew (them) would sail it to Jeju, Jeju Island, South Korea.At that point they would be allowed to stay with the vessel (preferred), or depart for a non-war zone of their choice. Both options came with another $100,000 to $109,000 payment. Anyone who declined this particular job would remain incognito on Ko Island for another 48 hours then be allowed to leave without the need to return their initial payment.Of the 312 job applicants, 293 volunteered for both the first and second parts of the assignment. With the technical and linguistic expertise of the Amazons and 9 Clan members that would be enough to get their prize to Jeju Island's temporary safety and then make the last leg to Woody Island and a more permanent anchorage.Besides the airstrikes to goad the carrier away from the wharves, all the Khanate had to do with the carrier was put three or four clearly Mongolian faces onboard when the various nations of the world came calling. After all, what was the public going to believe:, the Khanate had pulled off yet another daring (i.e., mostly JIKIT) Special Forces coup, just as they'd managed to do throughout this short war, or that 'Ninjas stole my Battleship, umm, carrier' stuff some PRC leaders were claiming? Forty-eight hours later the whole globe was able to watch the newly named Khanate supercarrier, the  z Beg Khan, passing through Japanese territorial waters while being escorted by South Korean and Japanese warships.The PRC did complain to the United Nations over the 'theft' of both the carrier and 'their' islands, but the Security Council, led by the UK, could and would do nothing about the 'latest round of injustices heaped upon the People of China'. By the time the UN got around to doing nothing, the next round of JIKIT diplomacy was causing the PRC even greater headaches.That greatest theft, while remarkable in its own right, was really a sideshow to the reordering of the political order in Southeast Asia. The big winner wasn't the Khanate. And it certainly wasn't the mainland Chinese. No, the nations to immediately prosper were an unlikely pair, the Republic of India and the People's Republic of Vietnam (PRV). The Republic of China (R O C) was also getting its own small boost as well.By gambling their precious navy, India had become the largest power broker in the South China Sea's resource bonanza. She went from a minimal presence to being the critical ally of the Khanate and the 'big stick' (naval-wise) of Asia's new dynamic duo. The Indians had the only two functional aircraft carriers in the region and the Khanate had Woody Island with a mega-carrier number of planes sitting on it.Their combined naval aviation was not something any of the others powers wanted to mess with. The duo then sealed their supremacy by making the duo a trio. That third member was the PRV. Vietnam was the land-based logistical anchor of the three regional powers.Not only did Vietnam gain the prestige denied it for over two centuries, it redressed the P L A N humiliating treatment of their own navy for the past thirty years. The Khanate's naval aviation would shield Vietnam's economic exploitation of the Parcel Islands. The Indian Navy could counter anything the P L A N South China fleet could come at them with.Yes, the P L A N had two other fleets, the Northern and Eastern, but both had been put through their own 1001 levels of Hell by the Khanate's air power, plus they had to protect the Chinese heartland from Russia and North Korean ambitions. The South Koreans and Japanese were suddenly a very real threat from the East too. But for the time being, the Indians had the decisive edge.The final location for the  z Beg Khan was an old familiar haunt for some Americans, Da Nang, PRV. It had the facilities, courtesy of the US military from the 1960's and 70's, to be the new base for the Khanate's Eastern Fleet and logistical hub for their naval aviation forces in the Parcel Islands.The Vietnamese were thinking with more than their testicles, as were the Indians. Sure, geopolitical clout was nice, yet that was only the icing on the economic cake that was the Parcel Island Accords. That hasty bit of JIKIT backroom dealings gave a 50% stake in the Parcels to the PRV.India got 20% of something she had 0% in a month ago. The Khanate gained a 20% stake for their audacity and the ROC gained 10% because the other three would protect its share from the PRC. Something was better than nothing and the three legitimate powers agreed to the deal because in less than six months, the PRC would be back in the game.The Indians and Vietnamese wanted the Khanate to stay interested in the region and the Taiwanese wanted to forge closer ties to the Khanate. That treaty was a 'no-brainer'. Within one week, the Vietnamese were strutting like peacocks and internal political opposition to the Indian intervention into the South China Sea in the Indian parliament was silent.The Spratly Islands was a tougher deal to work out within the six month timetable. There were more players ~ the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Thailand (who had a non-functional carrier). The JIKIT deal gave everyone but the Indians a 10% piece of the huge natural gas, oil and fisheries pie and the Indians got 20% once more.The Philippines and Malaysia were both very opposed to this treaty; they believed they deserved a far larger portion of those regional resources. Indonesia and Thailand also felt they could hold out for a bigger slice and weren't happy with India getting so much for basically having a double handful of ships (34 actually) sailing about.That 'handful of ships' was the point JIKIT was trying to make. If the PRC beat the Khanate next year, did any of the players think the PRC would give them anything, even if they promised them more right now? Really? When the PLAN had the biggest guns, they hadn't respected any other claims to the region. Why would that change in the future?The reality was this: India would only stick around if they had the economic incentive to remain. Vietnam, the Khanate and the ROC were watching the clock and realized this was the best deal they would get. Brunei and the Philippines were also coming to that understanding. Brunei was tiny (thus easy to defend), very rich already and a good ally of the British.The Philippines had a very weak navy and a non-existent naval air force. They couldn't even enforce their current claims versus Brunei, much less confront the PLAN, or any other nation's current military. The Philippines was, sadly, relatively big and very poor. Its big traditional ally was the United States, and the US was currently busy doing 'not much' about the South China Sea situation.The world's biggest navy was partially taking up its traditional (and treaty bound) role of interposing itself between the North Koreans, PLAN/PLAAF and Russians arrayed near Japan and South Korea, or busily not 'ratcheting up tensions' in the region by sending more forces into the front lines.President Obama was urging dialogue and 'stepping back from the brink' even though every country in Southeast Asia felt the brink had already dissipated the moment the PRC was forced to accept the cease-fire. In this context, the Philippines had good reason to be feeling lonely at the moment.Bizarrely, both New Delhi and Hanoi were singing the praises of US Secretary of State John Kerry and the Rt. Honorable Phillip Hammond, Secretary for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs for the UK, for their deft handling of the crisis, thank you, Riki Martin and Lady Yum-Yum.Riki wasn't expecting any thanks. She was certain she'd be fired and imprisoned for the rest of her life. Lady Fathom Worthington-Burke was sure she'd get two additional knighthoods out of the deal, which would look very nice engraved on her tombstone. Javiera had long ago decided to face the music and go down with the ship, so to speak.The CIA's Addison Stuart already had her exit strategy. She was going to go work for the Khanate, building up their clandestine service when this whole mad scheme collapsed into recriminations and 'extreme sanctions'. Mehmet, Air Force Sr. Master Sgt. Billings and Agent-86 had all decided to go with her. Katrina had their escape plane on standby. Mehmet's family was already 'vacationing' in Canada.Anyway, the Republic of India, the Khanate, the Republic of China, the People's Republic of Vietnam (the Vietnamese were happy to already be getting half of the Parcel Island windfall), the Sultanate Brunei (Lady Fathom 'knew' some people and the Sultan was an autocratic Muslim ruler, just like the Great Khan) and the Philippines (because they had no other true choice) were all coming around to signing the Spratly Accords.Indonesia and Thailand were kind of waiting for a better deal. Malaysia was downright hostile, having gravitated toward the PRC over the past decade and been assured by the PRC a better apportionment would be their reward for upsetting the treaty process.The Great Khan's answer was simple. He publically threatened the Malaysian Federation in general and both the King (Sultan Abdul Halim of Kedah) and Prime Minister of Malay (Dato' Sri Najib Tun Razak) in particular with military action if they kept dragging their feet.He even told them how he'd do it. He'd butcher or expel every living thing in the states of Perlis and Kedah (~ 2.1 million people) and give those empty lands to Thailand to settle along with the added sweetener of Malaysia's 10% of the Spratlys. He would also invade Eastern Malaysia, taking the island state of Labuan for himself while giving Sarawak to Indonesia and Sabah to the Philippines if those to states agreed to the split.He'd also decimate their navy & air force before devastating every port city, just like he'd done to China. He'd already killed more than two million Chinese. What was another two million Malays to him? Also, Indonesia wanted Sarawak and the Philippines had claims on Sabah. While they were openly and publically defying the Great Khan's plan, could Malaysia really take the chance?What would India and Thailand do while this was going on? Thailand stated that it would protect its territorial integrity, whatever that meant. India wasn't returning Malaysia's phone calls while showing their populace re-runs of Malaysian violence against their Hindu minority, the bastards!To the world, the Indian Navy proclaimed it would 'defend itself and its supply lines' which was a subtle hint that they would shepherd any Khanate invasion force to their destination. Why would the Indians be so insensitive? The Malaysians were screwing up their deal to get 20% of both the Parcel and Spratlys wealth, that's why.If the Khanate went down, there was no way India could defend their claims (which they'd won by doing nothing up until now). Oh yeah, Vietnam began gathering up warplanes, warships, transport ships and troops for the quick (710 km) jaunt across the Gulf of Thailand to north-eastern Malaysia to kill Malaysians because Vietnam needed the Khanate to ensure their own economic future as well.That military prospect had a cascade effect, especially among the Indonesian military. If the Indian Navy remained active, the vastly more populous Western Malaysia couldn't reinforce the state of Sarawak. Sure, the Philippines was unlikely to conquer Sabah on their own, but all the Indonesians needed was for Sabah to be kept pre-occupied while their army took their promised territory, fulfilling a fifty year old dream of conquest/unification.The United Nations blustered. It wasn't that they didn't care, they did. They also cared about the deteriorating situations in Libya, Nigeria, Syria and Ukraine. The situation was complicated by the unwillingness of the permanent members of the Security Council, namely the PRC and Russia, to recognize the Khanate.In reverse, when those two tried to stick it to the Khanate, the UK stoically vetoed them. Why? Well, more on that later. Let's just say the Khanate was good for business in the European Union in general and the United Kingdom in particular because the Khanate was prepared to economically befriend the British. Ireland was being treated in a promising manner too. The United States,the United Nations?Let's just say that in the two months following the cease-fire, the Khanate bloodily and brutally solved the ISIS conundrum and the Donbass Crisis. When the smoke cleared, the Khanate had reintroduced the practice of impalement to the modern battlefield, driven the separatists from the Ukraine and was on the border with Israel and Jordan.Sure, the Ukrainians were stun-fucked by the Khanate's 'peace-keepers' going on a bloody rampage through the eastern rebellious regions, but they had delivered up peace by mid-September. Yes, the Russians were in an uproar about the impalements.As the Khanate spokesperson said, 'if they aren't your people, then it is not your problem' and 'there are no more Russians left alive in the Ukraine'. In fact, fewer than a thousand people, all armed insurgents, were executed in such a manner, but the terror created by the highly publicized killings had the effect of sending a hundred thousand people stampeding over the frontier into Russia proper.Next, the Khanate said it wanted to 'reexamine' the Crimean situation. There were Turcoman in that area and they weren't being treated well, or so it was claimed.Even as Russia and the Khanate were posturing in the Donbass, the Khanate struck in the Middle East. By the end of September, Syria and Lebanon had ceased to exist as organized entities. Most of those two countries as well as portions of western Iraq became Turkish provinces in the Khanate infrastructure. Northeastern Syria, southeastern Turkey and northern Iraq became the Khanate state of Kurdistan.It was a campaign reminiscent of the 13th century Mongol conquest, not a modern military struggle. Whole villages were eradicated. The entire Arab population of Mosul was exiled to the new territories in the East. The city was repopulated with Kurds from Turkey. Back in Turkey, those Kurds were replaced by Armenians from Azerbaijan, cauterizing another internal issue within the Khanate.Jordan was cautiously hopeful. Israel? "We don't seem to be having problems with Hezbollah anymore," with a shrug and "it could be worse." As for ISIS; there really was an Islamic State controlling more than half of Iraq and all of Syria now and it allowed no other pretenders to that distinction. By the time the world woke up to that reality though, the Great Hunt had happened and I was dealing with the consequences of that.A larger ideological and political matter was occurring in the United States, the United Kingdom (and to a limited extent Australia and Canada). The Ramshackle Empire (aka the Khanate) was just that ~ a Frankenstein nation fueled more by nationalistic pride and nostalgia for a Super-State (that only two living people had firsthand experience with) than an integrated armed forces and infrastructure.It may have been built upon more than a 13th century creation and two hundred years of real and imagined oppression. It did have long term planning and real genius driving it forward. Having throttled the PRC into giving them six precious months of peace to 'tidy up the backyard' (aka the Middle East and Russia) and forge a true nation, the Khanate was now hiring experts to aid them in the task.First and foremost, Temujin and the Earth & Sky had envisioned an armed state built upon military principles and discipline. Fate had delivered to them the means of their own salvation in the form of NATO's policy of disarmament and 'Reduction-In-Force' levels (RIFed).The US and UK had trained tens of thousands of male and female volunteers in their Armed Forces in infrastructure creation and management for the Afghanistan and Iraq campaigns. From 2010, those militaries had informed those experts that their services were no longer required. Unlike the shrinking militaries of the 1990's, there was no private sector to 'soak up' the majority of those personnel.The Earth & Sky had been working on the problem of nation-building on a time table and they kept coming up short. They had to fight to create their state first, so the all-important after-battle had been something their leaders dreaded. Temujin had been understanding about not everything being 100% ready. Few wars were fought that way.Then a young male Amazon of mixed Magyar ancestry talked history with the Earth & Sky representative to a seemingly inconsequential personage's funeral. A few critical E&S leaders (a minority, to be sure) immediately sought ways to cultivate this man into what was a ten year plan to open doors to the Amazons. Then that man saved the Great Khan's life and everything changed.Before the E&S had even remotely considered directly approaching the Amazons for help, the Amazons came knocking on their door. The Seven Pillars of Heaven had tried to kidnap a camp full of Amazon children ~ an assault on their future. The two secret societies were bound by one unique, fortunate idiot and a mutual thirst for vengeance.They were also directed by two incredibly foresighted, ambitious and brilliant people. In Katrina of Epona, the E&S elders found someone who equaled their hope to see the Seven Pillars humbled and humbled immediately. Moreover, these were the Amazons they were dealing with. Amazons always sought both lightning decisions and long term solutions.From the moment Iskender left his third meeting with Cáel Nyilas, Katrina put the fruits of the First Directive (the Amazons efforts to recruit militant outsider women) into overdrive. Havenstone had the apparatus in place to screen potential inductees. All they had to do was add a "can you suggest any other people who might be interested in this line of work" box to their employment forms.That brought men into the process in surprising numbers. The market was flush with military veterans having trouble readjusting to the civilian community. The Khanate wasn't hiring killers. They wanted ex-military and civilian police officers to create a national police force.They also wanted engineers and builders, cadres for their cadet corps and a whole range of specialist in jobs most of the Western World took for granted. The money came from off-shore accounts funded by Havenstone International. The employment opportunities came from Earth & Sky front companies operating in the UK and the US (and Israel, but that was another matter).They had already started hiring scores of civilian English-speaking experts to help build their newborn nation's infrastructure before the first blow landed. English hadn't been chosen out of any cultural bias. Relying on Russian and Chinese sources wasn't feasible, the Khanate wasn't overly linguistically gifted where distant tongues were concerned and, as pointed out, the English-speaking world had a glut of applicants.Now to the problem, there were people in the US and UK who weren't happy with their citizenry going to the Khanate and helping them to survive and thrive. These power groups wanted the Mongol-Turkish Empire to keep the resources flowing to the West, without any reciprocal commitment on their part.Imagine their surprise when some wonks at the State Department and Foreign Ministries found bundles of expedited passport requests to the (former) nations of Turkmenistan, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Mongolia (and later Afghanistan and Iraq). The Department of Defense  Ministry of Defense were discovering their former military personnel and civilian contractors with Security Clearances were heading the same way.Of all those destinations, only Mongolia and Kazakhstan were under any kind of 'Restricted Travel' advisories. Barring any coherent anti-Khanate strategy from their administrations, the bureaucracies were doing their jobs, with Havenstone exerting just enough influence to get the job done while flying beneath the radar.After JIKIT was created, the group had a US Senator greasing the wheels to get the requests expedited. In England, Lady Worthington-Burke shamelessly used the people at the other end of the O'Shea hotline to get the job done overseas. She did have to sell out a teammate, but that was what good boys were for ~ taking one for the team. (That would be me, if there was any misunderstanding.)When Cáel Nyilas was kidnapped under the watchful eye of the FBI (I wasn't sure how they got that bum-wrap), the whole situation exploded. The PRC didn't have me, yet promised they might produce me if certain concessions were made. According to Addison, I was worth 5,000 barrels a day of refined fuel oil and 50 tons of coal a month, and the Great Khan agreed to pay! Woot! I was loved by somebody who was a somebody.All that attention drove home some salient points. I was a noble scion of Ireland, Romania, Georgia and Armenia (in no particular order) and they all wanted to know why the US had let me be kidnapped. Didn't my president know I was a sacred national treasure? After JIKIT tracked down the bribes and clandestine activities to Chinese shell corporations, those powers wanted to know what sanctions would be applied.'But wait, wasn't I a private citizen?' my national leaders pleaded. Then the PRC made a case which boiled down to 'I had it coming for being a fiancé to Hana Sulkanen and a brother to the Great Khan', while ignoring me being snatched in the territorial US of A. Of course, they didn't claim to have actually done the kidnapping.Javiera was waiting on that one; 'What was their excuse for kidnapping a little US girl to force my compliance?' The furious Federal authorities even found two dead adult bodies and two digits from said child to add to the media frenzy. To prove I had migrated to fantasy land, the CNN journalist got it right ~ they had tortured the girl and I had killed two of them for it. Just ask the Romanian Army how lethal I could be.In a rare comment, Temujin informed the international press that he believed I was still alive. Why did he believe that? If I wasn't, they would have been able to spot the pile of dead enemy around me and my 'boon companion' (go Aya!) from orbit. Until they discovered this carnal pit from Hell, I was surely still alive.Just at the cusp of turning publically against the Mongol barbarians, the world suddenly got angry with their enemy, the PRC. The principal two Western regimes were paralyzed with indecision until my miraculous cry for help from the middle of the Pacific showed the world I was alive, had punished my enemies and rescued others from under the opponent's cruel thumb.Clearly if I started ranting against the People's Republic of China, my government would be rather peeved with me. I hadn't screwed a dozen poli-sci majors to miss out on that obvious situation. I behaved and hoped they wouldn't make me die from an embolism, or some other equally implausible cause.(DC is a marvel. 9 pm, Monday, August 18th. 21 days)I'd been dragged to DC, to honor promises made in Rome a week ago. I had another choice; I could have justifiably said I was still getting over my kidnapping ordeal. But that choice fucked over Javiera Castello, my boss at JIKIT (Joint International Khanate Interim Task force).That was how I ended up in a 'secret and secure' meeting with Tony Blinken, Deputy National Security Advisor (DNSA) and his experts. He was someone I didn't know. The rest, I'd had a verbal run-in with them after the Romanian bloodbath. I'd been cranky. I would hardly consider us to be on good terms now.All four experts were from the US State Department. They were foregoing their usual group of flunkies because this meeting wasn't really happening. All the participants were officially somewhere else, mostly not even in D.C. Had this soiree 'really happened', the Congressional sub-committees would have been able to request the minutes of Tony's meeting with members of JIKIT and:·         Victoria Nuland, Ass. Sec. of State for European & Eurasian Affairs (ASSEEA)·         Robert O. Blake Jr., Ass. Sec. of State for S & C Asian Affairs (ASSCAA)·         Daniel R. Russel, Ass. Sec. of State for E. Asian and Pacific Affairs (ASSEAP)·         Bill A. Miller, Director of the U.S. Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) (aka Big Willy)We made stiff, formal introductions (which signaled the utter lack of trust in the room.) Javiera hadn't wanted to put me through an interrogation this soon after my near-death experience, considering my snarky nature when stressed. The White House was putting the squeeze on her. The main player was Tony, who talked with the Leader of the Free World on a weekly, if not daily, basis.The Diplomatic Security Service people had successfully peeled off Pamela and my SD Amazons only after they agreed I could keep Aya. They tolerated me keeping the nine-year old girl despite the obvious fact she had gone through worse hardships than I had endured and was still packing her Chinese QSW-06 suppressed pistol.I had already fabricated and submitted my report on how I'd overcome a plane-full of rogue delinquents from the Forumi i Rinis  Eurosocialiste t  Shqip ris  (Euro-socialist Youth Forum of Albania) bent on recruiting impressionable European socialites by accessing my Twitter account.That's right, the Albanians had it out for me. I reiterated that critical bit of data to the Department of Homeland Security when they questioned me on the veracity of my memories. The two ethnic Chinese I was found with? I thought they were from Taiwan, and they both appeared to be suffering from amnesia.I was already suffering repercussions from my pathological refusal to take life seriously. Javiera believed I was about to get a formal apology from Ferit Hoxha, Permanent Representative of Albania to the United Nations. Damn it! Now I had to do something nice for the Albanians. Maybe I'd offer them membership in the Khanate, full-statehood with an economic package to sweeten the deal.Yes, that was how Albania and Kosovo joined the Khanate, a product of my love for exaggeration and a little post-Ottoman solidarity over Tarator (cold soup made of yoghurt, garlic, parsley, cucumber, salt and olive oil with a side of fried squids), Tav  Kosi (lamb meatballs) and Flia & Kaymak (a dessert I highly recommend).We had toasted the Pillars of Kanun (Albanian oral law and tradition): ~ Nderi (honor), Mikpritja (hospitality), Sjellja (Right Conduct) and Fis (Kin Loyalty), ~ and he promised to tell his people that I had Besa which was an Albanian-ism for being a man who would honor his word of honor (despite us being brought together by my lie). The shit-ton of financial and military aid I asked the Great Khan to sweeten the pot with might have helped as well.Later, Lady Yum-Yum told me that the military leaders of NATO called it a 'master-stroke' in neutralizing Comrade Putin's Russian-backed 'Greek threat

The final industrial scale tests of HolyGrail 2.0, the groundbreaking collaboration to investigate the impact of digital watermarking in improving efficiency of recycling, are completed. While the final results are being processed, we look back on the progress made by the project and ask what comes next, as the advanced sorting platform embraces its decisive third stage: HolyGrail 2030 - Circular Packaging. Joining Tim Sykes are three HolyGrail collaborators. Margherita Trombetti is Project Manager, Policy Officer, Sustainability at AIM – the European Brands Association, which facilitates HolyGrail 2.0. In addition, we have insights from two brand owners who have been actively participating in and supporting the project. Grane Maaløe is Sustainable Packaging Lead Specialist at Arla Foods, and Richard Akkermans is European R&D Packaging Sustainability Manager at Mondelēz. About the brand owners:Arla Foods is an international dairy company owned by 7,600 farmers from Denmark, Sweden, the UK, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Arla Foods is one of the leading players in the international dairy arena with well-known brands like Arla®, Lurpak®, Puck® and Castello®. Arla Foods is focused on providing good dairy nourishment from sustainable farming and operations and is also the world's largest manufacturer of organic dairy products. Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Ritz, LU, Clif Bar and Tate's Bake Shop biscuits and baked snacks, as well as Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.For more packaging news, interviews and multimedia content visit Packaging Europe.

O podcast especial de hoje é uma conversa com o escritor, jornalista e crítico literário José Castello. Nesse bate-papo, ele falou sobre os três livros que vai lançar em breve, o que lhe motivou a ir morar em Curitiba, e sobre como ele tem lidado com a sua doença. Ouça!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in to WFO Radio at 1 pm ET for an electrifying livestream featuring NHRA drag racing racer and motivational speaker Jay Blake! Known for his incredible journey and leadership of the Follow A Dream racing team, Jay will drop an exclusive update about his squad's latest move in the sport of NHRA Drag Racing. Jay Blake's journey is nothing short of extraordinary—a testament to resilience, passion, and the power of the human spirit. In 1997, Jay, then a skilled mechanic and crew chief, suffered a life-altering accident when a tire exploded at the auto shop where he worked, leaving him completely blind at the age of 31. Despite this devastating setback, Jay refused to let his dreams stall. Driven by his lifelong love for motorsports, he transformed adversity into fuel for an inspiring comeback. Just two years later, in 1999, he founded Follow A Dream, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to showing others that obstacles don't have to define your limits. With unyielding determination, Jay returned to the world of NHRA drag racing—not just as a participant, but as a team owner and crew chief of the Follow A Dream Top Alcohol Funny Car team. His hands-on leadership, guided by his remaining senses and deep mechanical expertise, has propelled the team to compete at the highest levels of the sport. Beyond the racetrack, Jay has become a sought-after motivational speaker, sharing his story of overcoming blindness to pursue his passion. His message resonates far and wide: with focus and perseverance, anyone can follow their dreams, no matter the odds. Jay Blake's journey isn't just about racing—it's about rewriting what's possible, one quarter-mile at a time. Hosted by Joe Castello, this episode will also fire up your excitement with a preview of the upcoming NHRA Arizona Nationals. Don't miss this Nitro fueled mix of inspiration, insider news, and racing action—stream it live or catch the podcast on WFO Radio!

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After Romania, one night in Rome.By FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.When our ancestor committed the first murder, was it rage, or fear that drove them to the deed?(Evening near the Metropole, Roma, Italia)"I think you've done well," Riki congratulated me as she terminated her phone call. Word had come down that her replacement was on the way. Our profile had been updated back at State and they clearly wanted to bring in the 'real professionals'. There also had been a miscommunication. I was far too stressed to be reasonable now.Some undeserving smuck was about to be at the receiving end of my wrath for no better reason than I was at my limit of accepting any further alterations to my life. In hindsight, I was being totally irrational. At that moment in time, I didn't care whose day I was ruining. Sometimes I can be a jerk and an idiot at the same time.The US State Department apparently thought I couldn't dictate who was, or wasn't, a member of 'Unit L', we now had our own designation within Javiera's expanding task-force. The government had a random name generator for this shit and we got the letter 'L'. Maybe that device didn't think we were going to last long enough to matter. Anyway, I took the phone and hit redial. Riki gave me an 'I'm puzzled' look."Who am I talking to?" I inquired."Ms, who are you?" he demanded, since my caller ID said Riki and, unless I used my high, squeaky voice, I obviously sounded like a guy."I'm Cáel Nyilas. Who is this?" I replied."I'm Bill A. Miller, Director of the U.S. Diplomatic Security Service. What seems to be the problem, Mr. Nyilas?" He was rather uptight about the call-back."Since we are working together, why don't you call me Cáel?" I politely requested. "I'll call you Willy.""My name is Bill, but you can call me Director Miller," he corrected me. "The reason for your call is?""It is Willy, or Dick; your choice," I countered. "I don't call my boss 'Director' and I worship the ground she walks on. You are not even in her league. Also, I've had bad experiences with guys named Bill which are too painful to explain right now."That was true. One was friend taking a shower and leaving me alone with his mother. The other was early on in my career when I confused a girl named Bonnie with her real name 'Bill'. I was my own personal 'The Crying Game'. I didn't handle that episode well."Besides, I didn't call to discuss name-calling. I want to know how many agents work for you.""What does that have to do with anything?" he grumbled."You are quick with the questions while painfully bereft of answers," I snorted. "Don't make me Google this too.""Over two thousand," he stopped being a total ass. "Is there anything else I can tell you that Miss Martin should have been able to tell you?" Ooops, Back to being an ass."Riki's being physically restrained from taking her phone back by some of my educationally-challenged, illegal alien, unskilled labor force of questionable loyalty," I outrageously lied. It was an odious habit of mine that I'd cultivated vigorously over the past few weeks. "Two thousand humans, thanks. Is Riki's replacement a guy, or a girl? Wait, who cares? Just send their picture and I'll let you know where to send their replacement.""Are you threatening my people?" he simmered."No. That would make me an uncooperative and nefarious nuisance," I evaded. "Of course, when a person sticks their hand into a functioning garbage disposal, you don't blame the device. You blame the moron who stuck their hand in." From the perspective of our relationship, I was the garbage disposal."That definitely sounds like a threat," he responded. He was going to stick his hand in anyway."Your inability to comprehend the nuances possible with the English language is not why I called and not something I feel I can educate you about, given my current time constraints. Just have one of your insipid flunkies send me the picture. I need to purchase duct tape and an out-of-the-way storage space," I informed him."By the way, in the spirit of legal chicanery, could you tell me how long it will take for Riki Martin's name to come back up in the rotation? Let's figure 36 hours between each hot-shot leaving DC and their eventual inability to return phone calls," I wanted to make sure he knew I was taunting his pompous self. (Me being pompous and unhelpful didn't cross my mind at that moment.)"Let me make myself clear, Mr. Nyilas," he repeated. "Not only can you not dictate terms to the US government, you are not even the team's designated leader." I wasn't? Fuck him. I had tons of useless members of the Alphabet Mafia in front of my name, all loudly proclaiming my numerous accolades.Of everyone on the team, I had the most: NOHIO (Number One House Ishara Official), HCIESI-NDI, (Havenstone Commercial Investments Executive Services' Intern -- New Directive Initiative, I didn't make that one up, I swear), MEH (Magyarorszag es Erdely Hercege) and UHAUL (Unpaid Honcho Assigned to Unit L). I liked that last one, so that was how I was going to sign off on all my reports now."First off, I AM in charge, Willy. Without me, there is no Unit L. I quit, and then what? In case you missed it, I can't be drafted or threatened by you. If you think you can replace me, please do so right now and let me get back to my life -- you know, the thing that actually puts money in my pocket.Besides, I am not refusing to take anyone you see fit to put on MY team. I'm just not going to tell you where I'm going to take them to. I suspect they are adults and can find their way home, eventually, Willy.""Mr. Nyilas, you are an unbelievably fortunate amateur and novice intellectual in a situation that demands experience and professionalism. It is time for you to step back and let the people who know what they are doing take over. Just play your part and we'll make sure you get due credit for following orders and behaving," he unleashed his fair-smelling bile."I am following your orders; your procedures dictate that a member of the State Department will be on this team," I kept my calm. "As one of the people who actually has experience with this situation, I'm letting you know how things work in the field. Every person you send will be misplaced, thus you will have to send someone else. Alerting you to the need to stay on top of your job -- sending someone else -- sounds to me like common sense advice in this circumstance.""That is not going to happen, Nyilas. If something happens, " he got out."Willy, duct tape is plentiful and cheap. Kidnapping -- thus hostage keeping -- is virtually a religion in Southern Italy. And though I am already wired into the local criminal underground, I'm just not going to be able to help you, or them. I'll make up some implausible excuses as the need arises. So now you know the score. The next move is yours," I smiled."The next words out of your mouth had better be 'I'll behave', or the State Department will revoke your passport and have stern words with the Republic of Ireland over your diplomatic status," Willy warned me."I'll behave," I fibbed. Riki snatched the phone out of my hand."Sir -- Director Miller, I want you to know I had nothing to do with Mr. Nyilas' tirade," Riki apologized. "He stole my phone.""I did." and "oww!" I hollered in the background. "She ground her heel into my instep. the fiery little minx." I was propping up her excuse because I owed her for verbally taking a dump on her boss, the ass-heap back in Romania. Riki punched me."Ms. Martin, do we need to reconsider your employment, or can we rely on you to re-organize Unit L before Ms. McCauley (her replacement) arrives?" Willy lectured."Director Miller, ""Call him Big Willy," I whispered to her. "He loves that 'Big Willy' style."This time she hit me in the thigh. My ballistic vest had gotten in the way of her first hit, but she was a quick learner."How can you know a song from 1997, yet not know that Russia invaded Georgia in 2008?" Riki put her hand over the phone and hissed at me."Ah," Pamela teased. "Somebody is a Will Smith fan." Riki looked away.I wasn't sure what to make of the Will Smith -- Ricky Martin combo forming in my mind. Will was one of my manly icons. Hey, he was a stud, scored numerous hotties in his film career and married Jada Pinkett Smith. What's not to love? Growing up, I wanted to be like Will Smith. When/if I ever finished growing up, I wanted to be like George Clooney."Director Miller," Riki tried again. "He's lying. From my personal observations and with supporting personality profiles provided by other members of the task force, I can guarantee you that Mr. Nyilas is unreliable and untrustworthy. Sir, I've watched Romani males hide their wallets and their daughters when he walks by." Okay, wasn't that last bit a lie?"that last bit a lie?es hide their wallets and their daughters when he walks by. provided by other members However, unless she has been cross-trained as a waitress at a gang-affiliated nightclub, a day-care worker for the criminally insane, plus consistently wins at Texas hold 'em, she's going to be out of her element here.""No sir, but Mr. Nyilas likes me, I'm not sure why," she glared at me. I poked her in the boob to help clarify the matter. Riki slapped my hand. Virginia punched me in the shoulder. I decided to poke Virginia in her ballistic-covered breast, hoping she was jealous for the attention. I was wrong. They both hit me again.Had this been sexual harassment, they would have hated this job and despised me. Since this was me being my painfully childish self, well, I was still annoying, but also adorable. Put it this way: if a woman could not only pepper spray a man making cat-calls at her, and was even encouraged to do so, wouldn't that de-stress the situation?"Director Miller, I don't want to stay on this assignment, yet I'd be remiss if I didn't explain some of the numerous pitfalls of working with Unit L. Every one of them is comfortable being a walking arsenal. I'm on my way to have a ballistic vest tailored for me because I'm the only one in the unit without one. I have no doubt that any of them could kill me with their bare hands in less than 5 seconds if they so desired," she explained."You would think they would want a more effective combatant with them," Miller grew icy, suspecting duplicity on Riki's part -- moron. She looked at me over the phone."Sir, I think they like me because I know I don't belong in a firefight. They can count on me to cower behind cover while the bullets are flying. That allows the rest to kill unimpeded by having to keep an eye on me," she said.Pause."One of them did show me how to recognize and start various grenades. She said if I was ever the last one alive, it would give me 'options'."Pause."Ms. Martin, don't cancel your flight back to DC yet. I'm going to give Ms. Castello a call to see what her assessment of the situation is," Willy allowed. "Good-bye.""I can't believe I talked him into making me stay with you people," Riki moaned.Our little caravan was slowing to a stop outside the Metropole Hotel. It was Hana's choice for a Roman meeting location. A restaurant and a hotel room, all in one location. Rachel and Wiesława were ahead of us, checking things out. Hana had informed us that the Illuminati had two people watching her. This was going to be my last bit of time with Rachel for a while.(Meanwhile, Back At The Ranch, )Two new members of House Ishara were on their way to Rome. They'd be joined by two members of the House Guard of Andraste from Britain. The two Isharans were the first members of the House Guard of Ishara in over a thousand years. I didn't expect them to be the martial equals of Rachel, or Charlotte. Not yet. And anyway, that didn't matter. What mattered to me was that they'd volunteered for the task and Buffy felt they were the best we had.Another nomadic pack of House Hylonome Amazons had taken in the traumatized Zola. She had to stay in Romanian until the authorities finished up her part of the investigation. A mixed group from House Živa and Ishara (led by Helena) would handle security for Professor Loma, his family and the Lovasz sisters during their trip to New York.Aliz, his wife, was officially in House Ishara's custody. That was my best play at making sure she avoided summary justice for her 'betrayal' of House Hylonome. The whole group would be handed over to House Epona as soon as the Romanians cleared them for foreign travel. It helped my case that Aliz appreciated my warnings about the danger that both families were in from House Illuyankamunus.The occult nitpicking that allowed me to leverage this maneuver was accomplished by me doing yet another rarely done feat. In the name of Alkonyka Lovasz, House Ishara was sponsoring a new Amazon house. I could testify to the existence and matronage of the Goddess SzélAnya (without her permission), which was one of the stepping stones for acceptance.Vincent was going to stay in Germany for two days, then he was off to his home and daughters in Arlington Virginia, with a long convalescence and a rumored promotion. Mona and Tiger Lily were already on their way to New York as honor guard for Charlotte's body, courtesy of the US Air Force. The Amazons needed the USAF to do it because that was the only way we could get the Romanians to release her body.The Hylonome dead, they would be buried in a private plot after all the autopsies were done. I was absolutely sure the Hylonome would steal the bodies in due time and give them a 'proper' burial. Of the Mycenaeans, Red and one of his buddies still remained at large. Of Ajax's half-brother, Teucer, and the other previously wounded Greek warrior, there was no sign. Kwen and the other POWs remained in Romania to face a laundry list of charges. Her fate was unknown to me.My bodyguard was reduced, yet no one minded. The twin reasoning was that the Black Hand in Italy would provide some protection for me. The other was that I was in the birthplace of the Condottieri. Selena's sources strongly suspected that their HQ was close to Rome itself. I could have had more security by recruiting among the 'natives'.Various sources, some inside Italy, had suggested that the Carabinieri, Italy's military police force, had 'offered' to provide some protection. That was prompted by events surrounding my visits to Budapest  and  Mindszent, Hungary and the 'action' south of Miercurea Ciuc, Romania (no one wanted to call it a battle, even though the fight involved over 1000 Romanian Land Forces troops and half a squadron of the Romanian Air Force).My refusal of the offer caused a 'disruption'. This was a polite way of saying the Italians did not want me to enter their country. I wasn't being a jerk this time. Selena and Aunt Briana were both of the opinion that the Condo's recruited heavily from European military and paramilitary units -- particularly Western Europe. And that not all their 'new hires' had left active duty either.A peculiar circumstance then developed. The pretext for denying me entry was undercut by Hungary and Romania erasing me from their official investigation. I wasn't a threat (despite the burnt landscape and tombstones sprouting up in my wake.) Romania didn't want me to stay, Hungary decided they didn't want me back -- at the moment -- and the US/UK/Ireland were telling the Italians that I was a peach, or whatever implied that in diplomatic speech.There was a compromise finally reached by Riki and shadow forces that I couldn't put names to. I could come to Italy as long as my itinerary was relayed to Carabinieri. We could keep our side arms in holsters and our big guns as long as they weren't on our persons. I could go around without a Carabinieri bodyguard as long as I ignored them floating around me at a discreet distance. A liaison officer would meet me at the hotel to maintain the illusion that I was just a paranoid tourist.Delilah had to touch base with the British again, probably for the same reasons that the US wanted to replace Riki. While both Delilah and Chaz were military and seconded to MI-6, they weren't considered Intelligence Experts by the people at the helm. For that matter, they weren't even sure how Delilah had ended up at my side, killing multi-national terrorists in three separate countries inside of one month. That was very cinematic, not realistic. The idea of governments with shadow operatives 'sanctioning' people was not something that anyone in the 'know' wanted to talk about.Whether it was before the media, a US Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, the United States House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, or a UK Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Select Committee this wasn't what these Department Heads wanted to discuss. Less anyone forget, my Congress and my President didn't, umm, get along.In my favor, I was an orphan from New Hampshire, both my US Senators were women and I'd worked on their campaigns or dated some of their volunteers. It might do me some good to call Dr. Kimberly Geisler at Bolingbrook to see what she could do politically. All that could wait.(Finishing Up)Selena Jovanović had the first of our two dark blue Alfa Romeo 159s, the one that disgorged Rachel and Wiesława. She, Saku and Odette would circle the block in case there was any trouble. Pamela had the driver's seat in my car. No one wanted me or Odette to drive because we didn't understand urban Italian street etiquette. It was Virginia, me and Riki in the backseat with Chaz up front with Pamela.Rachel gave the preliminary order to disembark. That meant the lobby was partially clear -- there were armed types about that seemed to be either Carabinieri, or understandable private security. Rome wasn't as dangerous as Mexico City (kidnap-wise), but events in London, Budapest and the Hungarian and Romanian countryside were putting people on edge. And those with enough money could buy some emotional comfort in the form of armed private contractors.Chaz took his H and K UMP-45, stock folded, out of the bag at his feet and secured it inside the right-side of his jacket. Three spare clips went inside a harness on his left. It was dreamlike as Virginia and I went through a similar, less heavily armed process. For FBI Girl, it was a 'carry-on' with flash-bang, concussion and smoke grenades, plus a few extra clips/mags for everyone.For me, it was a tomahawk, a second Gloc-22 and a bullet for everyone in the hotel, if that became necessary. As the car came to a stop in front of the main doors, I worked my way over Riki so that I would be the second person to exit the car. Chaz would be the first. Virginia got out on her side. Pamela would stay at the wheel -- Riki had an appointment with a tailor to keep.I felt it then, that sympathetic spiritual harmony I was one-third of. I looked up into the 'clear' Rome night. There she was, Bellatrix, the Amazon star in the Constellation of Orion. According to the Egyptian Rite, the Weave of Fate was nearly invisible by day, but by night, you could make out its strands in the motion of the stars. That was not something Alal had ever truly mastered. Still,I had a new phone since the charred remains of my old one were in some evidence locker in Budapest by now. That didn't mean I wanted to use it. I was getting squirrely about people I didn't want finding me, finding me. Chaz was in the lead, I was in the middle and Virginia covered my back. Rachel caught sight of us, gave a quick nod, and then she and Wiesława went for the elevators.Rachel would want to check out Hana's room before I got there -- if I got there. I called Odette."Hey Babe," Odette beamed excitement my way. She was in Rome and we had a guaranteed 24 hour layover. For a girl who thought her great adventure in life was going to end up being a high school trip to Philadelphia to see the Liberty Bell, she was in Nirvana."Hey to you too, Odette. I need a favor," I began."Sure," she chirped."In five minutes from, right now make sure Sakuniyas comes to see me and Hana in the restaurant by herself," I requested. Odette hesitated, taking in her knowledge of 'Cáel-speak'."No problemo Jeffe," she answered. She knew I was in some undefined trouble. We both knew that her body language would convey that unease to Saku, which was what I needed. See, I had a plan. I tapped Chaz, slowing him and thus allowing Virginia to bunch up with us."Do either one of you remember the movie 

Dave Davis is joined by Dr Phil Barter to run the numbers on Castello Lukeba and if he would fit into Liverpool's system under Arne Slot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Tune in to the WFO Radio YouTube live stream and podcast, hosted by Joe Castello, for an electrifying NHRA Drag Racing season preview! This episode features two incredible guests. First up is six-time Pro Stock champion Erica Enders, who joins Joe to dive into her Elite Motorsports team's plans for the season and share her excitement about stepping into the Pro Modified class for a thrilling run this upcoming weekend. Then, Brittanie Hart from BURNYZZ Speed Shop stops by to amp up the anticipation for the NHRA Gatornationals Fan Fest. Get ready for insider insights, high-octane updates, and everything you need to kick off the drag racing season in style—don't miss it!

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Con Isabel Juarez | Primera parte del programa doble con Ismael Campanero, contrabajista especializado en interpretación históricamente informada, en donde nos cuenta todo lo relativo a la historia del contrabajo a lo largo de los siglos XVII, XVIIIyXIX: obras, intérpretes, historias curiosas y anécdotas del instrumento. Con autores como Castello, Vivaldi, Telemann, Haydn, Dragonetti y Botessini

Situada al pie de los Alpes, en el noroeste del país, la capital del Piamonte conserva la elegancia de una época de esplendor. La capital de la Casa de Saboya lo fue también de todo el reino cuando Víctor Manuel II asumió la corona en 1861. Turín resultó clave en el proceso de unificación italiana; para entonces ya tenía nobles hechuras, cómodas calles jalonadas de 18 kilómetros de soportales, amplias plazas y refinadas construcciones. Sus palacios y castillos hoy forman parte de la lista del Patrimonio Mundial. Cuando la ciudad perdió relevancia política comenzó un vertiginoso despegue industrial y tecnológico, con la fábrica de Fiat como punta de lanza. En compañía de la arquitecta y diseñadora Teresa Sapey emprendemos un largo paseo que parte de su barrio, a la orilla del Po, en torno a la iglesia de la Gran Madre de Dios, y llega hasta el lejano Castello di Rivoli. Por el camino descubrimos símbolos turineses como la Mole Antonelliana y su museo del cine, el barroco palacio Carignano o el valiosísimo museo egipcio. Además, buscamos la enigmática Sábana Santa en una capilla del Palacio Real anexa a la catedral y visitamos otras residencias notables como el pabellón Stupinigi o la enorme Reggia di Venaria. Locales como el controlador aéreo Matteo Damian y la bailarina Michela Lanteri unen sus voces a las de los guías Lissette Piedra y Angelo de Leonardis. Retratamos monumentos como la basílica de Superga, encaramada en el monte que protagonizó el terrible accidente aéreo que mató a los futbolistas de Il Grande Torino en 1949, un trauma nacional que todavía se recuerda. Contamos también con las autoras de sendos blogs turísticos sobre la ciudad: María José Trujillo, de GuiaDeTurin.com, y Luisa Triviño, de VisitaTurin.com.Escuchar audio

The Lowest Moral Denominator.By FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Those who declare war are willing to kill as many as it takes to reach their goal.(The Lowest Moral Denominator)My first week at Havenstone, I'd biked to work alone on most days and I'd enjoyed that. I'd have treasure it more if I had glimpsed my future. I loved people, not crowds. I knew about violence, yet I had no affection for it. I was a confirmed bachelor. Now I was staring down both barrels of marriage. I had had also become a walking arsenal with a lethal omnipresent entourage.This situation was so fucked up that I had to stop by Caitlin's place just to see Aya. My favorite sprite gave me a hug and reminded me that I had to do what I could, not worry about what I couldn't do. She was my 9 year old Svengali. She was my little Valkyrie. In truth, she was the only woman knew I loved and that was the love of a father for his daughter.On the elevator ride up to the penthouse suite of the Midtown Hilton, I thought about Dad. What would Ferko Nyilas do in my shoes? It would be easy for someone who didn't know him to imagine my dad getting up on his high moral horse and telling me to just do the right thing, except that wasn't him. What he'd tell me was to not pass the buck. I had to deal with this, unless I knew someone else who could and would do it better.It wasn't about 'being a man'; it was being a member of the Human Race. We all pitched in and got the job done, or it didn't get done, and millions died because we refused to accept any responsibility for what was going on. That was my Dad, 'do what you can' and 'never be afraid to ask for help if you need it'. After the age of ten, he never told me I had to do anything. He'd tell me what needed to be done and leave it at that.So I wouldn't forget the pictures I knew I'd be seeing before too long, the innocent dead. If the sorrow broke me, it broke me. Until it did, I could not turn away. I had to 'do what I could'. That put me heading to a meeting at three o'clock in the afternoon in the penthouse suite.After my non-breakfast with Iskender, we had driven straight to Havenstone, where I demanded an immediate, private meeting with Katrina. This wasn't an info-dump and then out the door. No, I was part of the process now, one of those fools who were responsible for the lives of others. Katrina and I had argued about compartmentalizing my terrifying news.Her reasoning was clear. We were at war with the Seven Pillars. The basis of the 7P strength was China, so anything bad that happened to China was good for the Amazon Host. I nixed that. It was Katrina's job to think about our security. It was mine to juggle how we related to the rest of the planet. Absent the Golden Mare's opposition, Katrina couldn't stop me from doing my job as I saw fit.The Golden Mare was out of immediate contact, so we moved forward on my proposal. Katrina called Javiera, validated Vincent's call, and then suggested she bring in someone from the United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) at Ft. Detrick. Katrina wouldn't tell her why.I dispatched Delilah to talk to her MI-6 guy while I made my way to Nicole Lawless's law offices. I need to talk to my Aunts. An hour later, I dismissed a somewhat piqued Nicole from the room, then laid out the upcoming crisis to my Mom's clones. I hesitated a minute before dropping the other bomb, Grandpa Cáel was back.Was I sure? I countered with, "Do you know who Shammuramat was?"Why, yes they did; Grandpa had a bust of her in his main office."Well, she's back, in the flesh and that spells all kinds of problems".The six aunts present agreed. They invited me to fly to Europe with five of them. Much to their surprise and joy, I agreed. I told them I would be a party of twelve with plenty of firepower. They were less pleased about that.I exited that scene, only to engage in another, somewhat unrelated, bit of diplomacy. I met with Brooke and Libra for lunch. They brought Casper, who was seeing a specialist in New York and had expressed an interest in seeing me again. Into that volatile mix, I placed my request: 'Could Brooke put up a friend for a couple of weeks while I made other arrangements?'Yes, this was a 'bizarre' friend. Yes, this was a violently bizarre friend. Yes, she walked around with enough weaponry to scare a seasoned SWAT officer. And yes, she was a mass murderer. Cool,, if I agreed to stop by and see how this 'friend' was doing, and gave Libra advance notice too, then they were fine with it.Thus Shammuramat, Sakuniyas, Saku became Brooke's roommate. Insane? Not really. Putting Saku inside Havenstone on a regular basis was going to result in a blood bath. Saku was abrasive and she was a criminal in the minds of her 'sisters'. This gave her an 'out', some space and time with a civilized person who she couldn't emotionally bowl over.If Saku got physical with Brooke, we both understood that House Ishara was going to cancel her return performance. Amazons could defend themselves, so we were fair game for her rude behavior. Brooke couldn't, so she was hopefully out of bounds. Saku had agreed to the arrangement without comment.She'd already figured out that no other Amazons wanted her around and there simply wasn't room at my place. With that chore done, I was able to see Miyako off before her flight to Tokyo by way of Seattle. Selena was with her, but not going. Miyako did have three Amazons in case things got rough.The Marda House guard woman looked mature and humorless. Her age wasn't a problem. She was a grandmother, yet if she thought she couldn't keep up, she'd have taken herself to the cliffs before now. It turned out she had been in Executive Services before returning to House Marda. My diplomat, I didn't know her, but she seemed eager enough. The member of House Ishara was a brand new recruit named Jenna.She was from Acquisitions and spoke seven Asian languages, including Japanese. She looked absolutely thrilled to be heading off into danger. I instructed the younger two to obey the Mardan. In private, I 'advised' the Mardan that our main mission was to be of aid to the ninja. Information gathering would be secondary. More Amazons were on the way. She gave me a nod.For this critical mid-afternoon meeting at the Midtown Hilton, Wiesława lead the way off the elevator. Buffy went next, then me and finally Saku. Delilah and Vincent had already arrived with their appropriate factions. Katrina took a separate elevator, with Elsa and Desiree. Pamela was, somewhere. After she'd pointed out a half-dozen people from four different agencies in the lobby, she told me to not wait while she went to the bathroom.At the door of the Penthouse were two familiar faces from the NYPD, Nikita Kutuzov and her partner, Skylar Montero. When Javiera's investigation followed me to New York, they had been drafted into the taskforce."Hey ladies," I smiled. My last meeting with Nikita hadn't gone well."Cáel," Nikita smiled back. "How have you been?""More trouble than normal," I shook her hand."We can tell," Skylar relaxed somewhat. As Nikita's partner, she had to know that our relationship had soured when she started investigating me. Katrina's group came up."I think you are the last to arrive," Nikita informed us. This time, Desiree was the first one through the door. I could hear the conversation trail off. Wiesława went next, then Katrina, me, Buffy, Saku and finally Elsa. I decided to toss 'civilized' behavior out the window seconds after entering. Virginia Maddox of the FBI, the initiator of the Amazon children's airlift, was here.I hugged her and after a moment, she hugged me back."Priya says hey and," she blushed slightly, "she's counting the days, all forty-five of them.""Don't forget, I owe you," I grinned then patted her shoulder. Javiera was next."Cáel," she headed my familiarity off. She was a Federal Prosecutor after all."This is the head of this taskforce, Jonas Baker (deep breath) Associate Deputy Undersecretary of Analysis for Homeland Security {ADUAHS} (deep breath)." I extended my hand, so he shook it. He looked somewhat annoyed by this whole encounter. Javiera was duly nervous because of his poor initial attitude. The introductions went around.Half way through it, Pamela showed up, from where, I didn't know. Delilah, her MI-6 boss and the British professional killer Chaz were there, much to the chagrin of the Americans. Vincent was there with Javiera. Cresky was representing the CIA plus there was ATF, ICE, Riki Martin (?) from the State Department and a man in a civil servant's salary suit and a military demeanor, Captain Moe Mistriano."Fine," Mr. Baker began. "I hope you aren't wasting our time." His gaze flicked between Katrina and me."May the Blessed Isis bring understanding to our meeting," I intoned, in old Egyptian."What was that?" Baker turned on me."Praying for guidance," I replied. Isis wasn't in the Amazon pantheon, but I could sure use her help at this point. Baker was going from put-out to pissed-off. If that is how they wanted to play it, their choice. "Are you the specialist from Ft. Detrick?" I asked the Captain."Yes, I am and I hope this is worth my time as well," he gave me a steady gaze. Oh, I really needed that."Anthrax, China," I stated and weighed his response. Oh yeah, I had his attention now, which meant his bio-warfare unit had some idea about what was happening in China."Care to enlighten me?" Baker inquired. He had gauged his medical expert's reactions as well and he didn't like what the biological warfare specialist was not saying."Mr. Baker," the Captain decided to go first. "Roughly fifty-five hours ago, we got wind that there was a massive Anthrax outbreak in Western China. Xinjiang, Qinghai, Gansu, Ningxia and Nei Mongol administrative regions have all reported outbreaks."Holy Shit!" Riki Martin gasped. Her dark, whip-like, Hispanic features noticeably paled."That sounds suspiciously like bio-terrorism," Jonas Baker turned on me."You'd be right about that," I refused to evade. "It is and it is about to get a whole lot worse.""The PRC has a robust vaccine program," the Captain stated. "That is why they aren't making a public stink about it. They have the problem well under control.""Damn, " I closed my eyes and lowered my head. In some deep section of my mind, I had fanned the feeble flames of hope that somehow, the Earth  and  Sky program had derailed. "That is the 'whole lot worse' I was talking about. The terrorists aren't terrorists. They, ""What do you mean they are not terrorists," Baker snapped. "They, ""Shut up and let the man speak," Katrina said calmly."Who are you again?" he glared at Katrina. "If you aren't part of the solution, you are part of the problem and I'm here to make sure this problem is dealt with. I am not here to play footsie with you. I am going to be asking some tough questions and you had better answer them.""I'm Cáel's boss," Katrina smiled. "Since we came here to help you and you don't want to let us speak, we are leaving. Cáel."The Amazons didn't turn and leave. No, we backed up toward the door."You can't start talking about an ongoing terrorist threat and then walk out the door," Baker argued."Javiera, I apologize," I looked her way. "Mr. Baker, Javiera's a smart cookie. I'm sure she's given you every bit of information that has come across her desk. That means you know we consider ourselves an independent nation-state without borders. You can't intimidate us. We feel no obligation to obey your legal system and we operate internationally," I kept going."Now, as we are trying to repay Javiera's kindness in our time of need, you are treating us like criminals currying favors. Blow it out your ass, you pompous bureaucrat" I concluded. "We aren't the problem here.""If that's the way you want it," he shrugged. "Javiera, arrest them." Pause."Sir, you do realize that if I give that order, there is a good likelihood they will resist with force?" Javiera replied calmly. Baker looked around the room."We outnumber them and these are law enforcement officers," he insisted. "Now, ""I wouldn't count on that 'outnumbered' thing," Delilah chimed in.Chaz and MI-6 dude didn't seem to be onboard with his plan. "I have reason to believe Cáel has information on a highly virulent weaponized Anthrax program. If our US allies aren't interested, Her Majesty's government certainly will be." That did interest the MI-6 senior officer."That is all the more reason to put these people into federal custody," Baker stated."Then what, Mr. Associate Deputy?" Chaz said. "Are you going to torture them for time sensitive data? In my military service, I've met some truly hard characters. Some people you can put a gun to their child's head and they'll tell you what you want to know. Not this group. They'll memorize your face and wait for a chance to make you pay, whether you kill the kid, or not.""That's my read on them as well," Agent Vincent Loire added."Mr. Baker, I worked under you when we were both in Counter-terrorism," Virginia spoke up. "I think you are mishandling this. Invoke the Patriot Act and all we get is a roomful of statues. I've fought beside these, Amazons and I'm reaffirming my report to Ms. Castello (Javiera), they do not believe their behavior is wrong.At some point in their fifties, they commit ritual suicide. They make their twelve year old daughters fight for their lives. They murder their male infants. Sir, they are an alien society, indoctrinated at birth to believe they are spiritual inheritors of the ancient Amazons mentioned by Homer during the time of the Iliad.They fanatically believe in a pantheon of goddesses and possess very little inclination for integration. They think they are superior to everyone in this room, except for Cáel, he's an oddity," Virginia pleaded."That legion of crimes is yet another reason to arrest them," Baker just wouldn't give up."What you have described, Agent Maddox is a right wing nut cult, like the Branch-Davidians at Waco. Arrest them.""What are the charges?" Javiera's face blanked out."Conspiracy to commit terrorist acts; aiding and abetting an international terrorist organization," Baker snapped."Everyone, put down your firearms and blades," Katrina ordered. I didn't have the status to give that order except to my own. For that matter,"Team, disarm," Elsa commanded her Security Detail people. Technically, Katrina couldn't order those girls to forego their primary mission, defend the Host. Out came the guns.The group of us went over to one wall, put our backs to it and sat down. Pro forma, Virginia, Vincent and the ATF guy drew their firearms. By this time, both Riki and the Captain looked ready to explode."Tell us what you know about this terrorist conspiracy and, " Baker said."We invoke our Right to Council," I raised my hand."You are being charged under the Patriot Act, smart-ass," Baker sneered. "We can hold you indefinitely if we can show a risk to National Security, such as a terrorist attack in China.""I apologize for dragging you into this," I turned to Katrina. "You too, Saku." Saku shrugged."I told you there is no benefit in helping 'these people'," Katrina comforted me. She meant non-Amazons and it was rather sad that it was looking like she was right and I was wrong."Unless you want to grow old and grey in Guantanamo, I suggest you start talking now," Baker threatened.There was no bravado on our part. We didn't zone out, or ignore him. We looked at him the same way we would a yappy dog while continuing to scan the room. Being disarmed didn't make us defenseless. It merely limited our options."Sir," Riki tapped Baker."If the People's Republic of China finds out we withheld details of a terrorist attack on their soil, that would be BAD, with a capital 'B'.""I have to call this in," the Captain shook his head."Wait until we have active intelligence," Baker said. The Captain completed his call."I don't work for you, Sir. I work for the Department of Defense and that man," the Captain pointed at me, "strung two words together he shouldn't have. Now, I don't know any of you people. I was told to come here, so here I am. I do know, Sir, that you are ignoring the advice from your experts about the expected results of standard interrogation techniques.You are acting on two assumptions which I find to be fictitious," the Captain was clearly furious. "First, you seem to think this won't get out, and you are wrong. Why? We have no idea who these people have talked with. We can only believe that any person outside of their organization can use that revelation for their own ends. Secondly, you haven't grasped the extent of the emergency.Chinese citizens are already starting to drop dead as we speak. This variant of Anthrax is highly contagious, fast-acting, and appears to be incredibly fatal. No nation on Earth has enough Anthrax vaccine on hand to protect their entire population, and that still implies that the vaccines we currently have will work on this new bacteria. Need I go on?"Then Captain Mistriano went back to talking softly with his companions back at Ft. Detrick. The MI-6 chief made his own call. This was his job after all. Before Baker could even start to threaten the Brit, Delilah and Chaz had their guns out, though pointed down. The US law enforcement operatives were far more leery of challenging agents of a friendly foreign power."I will make sure to tack on charges for all those deaths you are facilitating," Baker piled it on. "The US government might find it necessary to send you to the People's Republic of China to face charges there. After all, you claim to not be US citizens." None of us responded verbally. We looked at him. We certainly heard him speak, but his '

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Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping preview of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series with Top Fuel racer Shawn Reed and his seasoned crew chief, Rob Wendland, as they join Joe Castello on WFO Radio. Reed and Wendland are coming in HOT after their win at the SCAG PRO in Bradenton. Reed shares his excitement about his second full season in Top Fuel. Rob Wendland shares his approach to tuning for peak performance on the dragstrip. Learn about the synergy between Reed and Wendland, their goals for the season, and how they plan to tackle the competition. Get an exclusive look at the preparation and mindset of a Top Fuel team as they gear up for the season opener at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Don't miss this high-octane conversation that promises to give you all the insider details on one of drag racing's most anticipated teams. Subscribe to WFO Radio for more thrilling motorsport content, and hit the bell icon for notifications on the latest episodes! #NHRA #TopFuel #DragRacing #ShawnReed #RobWendland #MissionFoods #WFORadio #JoeCastello

#NHRA #DragRacing #2024Champion WFO Radio Parade of NHRA Champions: Featuring 2024 NHRA Lucas Oil Series Super Stock World Champion Jimmy Hidalgo Jr. Join us for an exhilarating episode of the WFO Radio parade where we celebrate the racing prowess and achievements of Jimmy Hidalgo Jr., the 2024 NHRA Lucas Oil Series Super Stock World Champion. Known affectionately by nicknames like "Cooter" and "Country Puppy," Jimmy Hidalgo Jr. has carved a legendary path through the competitive world of drag racing. In this special segment, listeners will dive deep into Hidalgo's journey to the championship. After nearly two decades in the sport, Hidalgo clinched his first Super Stock title, showcasing not only his skill but also the mental fortitude required in the high-pressure environment of NHRA drag racing. His season was marked by resilience, particularly highlighted by his nail-biting, one-point loss in the Stock category, making his Super Stock victory all the more memorable. Host Joe Castello, with his rich experience in drag racing, will guide us through Hidalgo's season, discussing key races, pivotal moments, and the strategies that led to his championship win. You'll hear firsthand accounts of Hidalgo's triumphs, including his victories at the LoneStar Nationals and his comeback story from early season struggles to championship glory. The episode will feature insights into Hidalgo's racing philosophy, his preparation for races, and how he managed to overcome one of the closest championship battles in NHRA history. We'll explore his background, his love for the challenge, and the support system that includes his family and sponsors who have been with him through his racing career. This parade of champions on WFO Radio isn't just about celebrating achievements; it's about sharing stories of dedication, passion, and the spirit of racing. Whether you're a die-hard drag racing fan or just love hearing tales of human achievement, this episode promises to entertain, inspire, and perhaps give you an insider's view of what it takes to be a world champion in the NHRA Lucas Oil Series. Tune in to WFO Radio to enjoy this tribute to Jimmy Hidalgo Jr., hear his championship story, and get all the details that make NHRA drag racing one of the most thrilling sports out there. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate one of the sport's finest moments.

#NHRA #DragRacing #RonCapps Dive into the heart of NHRA Drag Racing with this electrifying episode of WFO Radio NHRA Nitro, where host Joe Castello sits down with the legendary Ron Capps for an in-depth interview you won't want to miss! Episode Highlights: Statement Win in SCAG PRO: Ron Capps breaks down his monumental victory in the SCAG PRO, giving fans an insider's look at the strategy and skill that led to this victory. Chasing the 3.70s: The conversation shifts to the technical aspects of racing, as Capps discusses if his team has what it takes to push the boundaries of performance into the elusive 3.70-second range. Toyota's Impact in Drag Racing: Learn about Toyota's role in drag racing and how their innovations have influenced Capps' racing experience and performance. Maddi Gordon's Journey: Capps shares insights on his decision to have Maddi Gordon drive for his team, exploring the impact of mentoring young talent in the high-octane world of NHRA. Andretti Global in NHRA?: Speculation heats up as Capps and Castello discuss the potential entry of Andretti Global into NHRA drag racing, what it could mean for the sport, and how it might shake up the competition. Project Pontiac Preview: Joe Castello gives an exclusive update on "Project Pontiac," detailing the latest developments and what fans can expect moving forward. Gear Up for Orlando: Get ready for the NHRA Southeastern Division race at Orlando Speed World, with Joe providing all the necessary previews, predictions, and behind-the-scenes info to get fans pumped for the event. Whether you're a die-hard NHRA fan or new to the thrill of drag racing, this episode of WFO Radio NHRA Nitro with Ron Capps and Joe Castello is your ticket to the inside track. Don't miss out on the speed, the strategy, and the stories that make NHRA Drag Racing one of the most exciting sports around. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for more updates and exclusive content from the world of NHRA! Engage with us in the comments - What are you most excited about for the new NHRA season? Let us know 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications to catch all our exclusive drag racing content and interviews! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

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Get ready for an adrenaline-packed episode of WFO Radio NHRA Nitro where we dive deep into the heart of drag racing! Join host and NHRA track announcer Joe Castello as he sits down with the titans of the track: Paul Lee, the Funny Car sensation, shares his game plan for the upcoming SCAG PRO Superstar Shootout and NHRA Drag Racing season. Hear exclusive insights on his preparations, strategies, and what it takes to excel in one of drag racing's most explosive categories! Justin Ashley, the young Top Fuel prodigy, gives us the lowdown on his plans for Bradenton and the upcoming Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals. From his recent wins to his aspirations in the high-octane world of Top Fuel, Ashley discusses what fans can anticipate as he gears up for the PRO Superstar Shootout. Plus, Chris Armstrong joins us to talk about an exciting new venture taking Top Fuel racing to Europe. Discover how this expansion aims to grow the sport internationally and what it could mean for the future of drag racing! In this episode, you'll get: Behind-the-scenes stories from the racers themselves. Season predictions and what to watch for in the NHRA Drag Racing season. Insights into the international growth of drag racing. Expert analysis from Joe Castello, bringing his seasoned perspective from the track. Don't miss this chance to get closer to the action than ever before! Whether you're a die-hard drag racing fan or new to the roar of nitro, this episode is your pit pass to all the excitement. Subscribe, Like, and Hit That Notification Bell to never miss out on the ultimate drag racing podcast experience! #NHRA #DragRacing #TopFuel #FunnyCar #PROSuperstarShootout #WFORadio #JoeCastello Engage with us in the comments - What are you most excited about for the new NHRA season? Let us know 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications to catch all our exclusive drag racing content and interviews! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

Join the WFO Ignition crew for an exhilarating episode where they dive deep into the pulse of motorsports. This episode features an engaging discussion on the thrilling endurance of the Rolex 24, shedding light on the latest developments and standout performances. The crew also unpacks the significant news of Alan Reinhart's transition to the IHRA, exploring what this move could mean for the future of drag racing commentary. They'll rev up the conversation with insights from the U.S. Street Car Nationals, celebrating the grassroots of drag racing. Beyond the roar of engines, the episode shifts gears to sports talk, analyzing the intensity of the weekend's NFL championship games and setting the stage for the upcoming Super Bowl, offering predictions, and discussing key player performances. But the fun doesn't stop there; the team delves into Project Pontiac, sharing updates and stories that only true car enthusiasts can appreciate. And to top it off, listeners get a special treat with Joe's WFO origin story, taking you back to how it all began for this beloved motorsports podcast. This episode promises a free-flowing, wide-ranging conversation that captures the essence of what motorsports fans love about WFO Radio. Whether you're a die-hard race fan or just love the thrill of competition, this episode of WFO Ignition is your pit stop for entertainment and insights into the world of speed, strategy, and sports.

Join us on WFO Radio for an exclusive, action-packed interview with the 2024 NHRA Super Comp World Champion, Colby Fuller! Hosted by the legendary Joe Castello, this episode dives deep into the heart of drag racing's most thrilling moments. In this episode, you'll hear: Championship Run Details: Colby Fuller shares the adrenaline-fueled journey to his world title, recounting the races, strategies, and pivotal decisions that sealed his victory in the Super Comp class. Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Get an insider's look at what it takes to win an NHRA championship, from car tuning to mental preparation. Critical Moments: Relive the major highlights of Fuller's season, including his standout performances and the races that defined his championship year. Expert Commentary: Joe Castello, with his vast experience in NHRA drag racing, provides analysis and insights, giving fans a unique perspective on the sport's toughest challenges and greatest triumphs. Learn from the Best: Whether you're a seasoned racer or a fan, Colby's insights into drag racing strategy, car setup, and race day execution are invaluable. Inspirational Story: Hear how dedication, hard work, and a passion for speed can lead to becoming a world champion. Engage with Drag Racing: This episode is not just for drag racing enthusiasts but for anyone who loves stories of human achievement against the odds. #NHRA #DragRacing #ColbyFuller #SuperComp #Champion2024 #WFORadio #JoeCastello #RacingInterview #Motorsports #DragRace #NHRAChampion #DragRacingTips #RacingStories #SpeedChampion 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications to catch all our exclusive drag racing content and interviews! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

#NHRA #DragRacing #NHRAschedule Join us for an exhilarating episode of the WFO Radio NHRA Nitro show, where we'll be welcoming European drag racing sensation Ida Zetterstrom! Hosted by the dynamic Joe Castello and featuring insights from NHRA's own Alan Reinhart, this livestream promises to be packed with high-octane discussion and insider knowledge. Ida Zetterstrom, known for her prowess on the European drag racing circuits, will delve into her exciting new chapter with JCM Racing for the 2025 Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. She'll share her journey from the European tracks to the competitive NHRA scene, her preparation for the season, and what it means to join an all-female nitro team alongside Alexis DeJoria. Expect to hear about her expectations, the challenges of adapting to the NHRA style of racing, and her goals for the upcoming season. Joe and Alan will bring their unique perspectives, discussing how Ida's background can influence her performance and what fans can anticipate from this promising newcomer. NHRA's Alan Reinhart breaks some big news! Tune in for a night of drag racing talk that's not just about speed but about breaking barriers, teamwork, and the relentless pursuit of victory. This is your chance to get to know one of the new faces in NHRA Top Fuel racing, live, on WFO Radio.

Welcome to the WFO Radio Ignition podcast, your go-to source for high-octane entertainment and motorsport insights, hosted by the dynamic WFO Joe Castello. This week, we've got an electrifying lineup of topics and guests that you won't want to miss! Join Joe alongside his eclectic cast of characters, including Giovanni in Miami, the ever-insightful Sue Morris, the knowledgeable Bobby Graham, and Troy in Oregon, as they dive into the heart of the racing world. Chili Bowl Nationals Recap: We'll break down the action from the 39th Chili Bowl Nationals, where the best midget car racers battle it out in Tulsa. Expect firsthand accounts, surprising moments, and analysis of this iconic event. NHRA Sponsorship Controversy: There's been buzz around a sponsorship controversy in the NHRA. Joe and the crew will dissect the details, offering perspectives that only insiders can provide. NFL Playoff Matchups: With the NFL playoffs in full swing, we'll cover this week's matchups, discussing strategies, standout performances, and predictions. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just enjoy the sport, there's something here for you. Project Pontiac Challenges: Joe Castello shares his latest trials and tribulations with Project Pontiac. From mechanical headaches to innovative solutions, this segment is a must-listen for car enthusiasts looking into the nitty-gritty of vehicle restoration. Indy Car Changes: The team will delve into the latest shifts in Indy Car, discussing how these changes might influence the upcoming seasons and what fans can expect from their favorite drivers. With a blend of humor, expert analysis, and the unique perspectives of our cast, each episode of WFO Radio Ignition is crafted to entertain and inform. Whether you're into drag racing, NASCAR, IndyCar, or just the thrill of the sport, this podcast is your pit stop for all things motorsport. So, rev up your listening devices and subscribe to WFO Radio Ignition for a weekly dose of racing culture, controversies, and camaraderie

In this episode of Sigma Duocast, we kick things off with a brief discussion about the recent Los Angeles fires and their impact. Rudy shares highlights from his trip to the stunning Castello di Amorosa winery in Napa Valley, diving into its rich atmosphere and wine offerings. Then, it's all about football as we recap the NFL divisional games and make our bold predictions for the NFC and AFC championship matchups. Finally, we tackle the hot-button issue of the TikTok ban, breaking down its implications and sparking debate. Tune in for another episode filled with insight, laughs, and unfiltered conversation!

Join 2024 Funny Car champions Austin, Jimmy, and Thomas Prock as they dive deep into their record-breaking NHRA season! With 8 victories, including the prestigious U.S. Nationals, and a new record for No. 1 qualifiers, the Procks are not just racing; they're rewriting history. Hear firsthand about the emotional highs, like their win in Richmond after team owner John Force's crash, and the adrenaline-pumping 341.68 MPH run at Pomona. They'll also share insights on their new three-year sponsorship with Cornwell Tools and their strategies for defending their title. Get exclusive access to the world of NHRA Drag Racing with WFO Radio, where host Joe Castello, alongside NHRA stars like John Force, Ron Capps, Antron Brown, and more, bring you the latest from the Mission Foods and Lucas Oil Series. Don't miss this in-depth recap and look ahead with the champions themselves - it's more than just racing; it's a family legacy in the making!

#NHRA #DragRacing #Motorsports NHRA's Alan Reinhart joins Joe Castello for a weekly conversation about NHRA Drag Racing. Joe and Alan will discuss Alexis DeJoria's move to JCM Racing and the latest NHRA Drag Racing news. Summer Showdown winner Stephanie Nass discusses the big money bracket race scene in the "Great Northwest" following her win at Woodburn Dragstrip. WFO Joe will recap his trip to TBM Brakes in Bradenton, FL as #ProjectPontiac continues forward in attempt to make the Lucas Oil Series opener at Orlando Speed World Dragway in Orlando, FL. Interviews on WFO Radio have become part of winning for drivers in the NHRA Drag Racing Series. As part of the National Hot Rod Association's Track Announcing team, host Joe Castello brings insights directly from the world of professional NHRA Mission Foods and Lucas Oil Series Drag Racing. NHRA results and news are featured in weekly livestreams, NHRA's Alan Reinhart and other NHRA stars including John Force, Ron Capps, Antron Brown, Steve Torrence, Justin Ashley, Josh Hart, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Erica Enders all make frequent stops on the WFO Radio Podcast and livestream.

#NHRA #DragRacing #Nitro The boys are back from the Winter Break! Get ready for NHRA 2025! NHRA's Alan Reinhart has already called Drag Racing action in 2025 and will recap his experience at Tucson Dragway. WFO Joe is deep into his Project Pontiac and will recap the 25th Anniversary Darrell Gwynn Show of Shows in Pompano Beach, FL. Teams are getting ready for the 2025 NHRA season and WFO Radio will have it covered from start to finish. Interviews on WFO Radio have become part of winning for drivers in the NHRA Drag Racing Series. As part of the National Hot Rod Association's Track Announcing team, host Joe Castello brings insights directly from the world of professional NHRA Mission Foods and Lucas Oil Series Drag Racing. NHRA results and news are featured in weekly livestreams, NHRA's Alan Reinhart and other NHRA stars including John Force, Ron Capps, Antron Brown, Steve Torrence, Justin Ashley, Josh Hart, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Erica Enders all make frequent stops on the WFO Radio Podcast and livestream. MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

Happy 2025 WFO Universe! Joe Castello and the Ignition Crew are back for the first show of 2025. Project Pontiac, Tulsa Shootout, Kyle Larson, Best and Worst Innovations of last 25 years, Sue's Birthday, SportsCollision, and more.

WFO Radio Christmas Party! Join Joe Castello and the Patreon Crew in their end of year celebration! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our family to yours.

#NHRA #dragracing #PRI2024 NHRA's Alan Reinhart joins Joe Castello for a recap of the NHRA news from the 2024 Performance Racing Industry trade show in Indianapolis, Indiana. The announcement of NHRA's 75th season in 2026, Spencer Hyde driving for Jim Head, the reveal of Project Pontiac at PRI, the Peach State NHRA Showcase of Champions, NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals, Sept. 19-21, 2025, at zMAX Dragway, and more. Join us! Interviews on WFO Radio have become part of winning for drivers in the NHRA Drag Racing Series. As part of the National Hot Rod Association's Track Announcing team, host Joe Castello brings insights directly from the world of professional NHRA Mission Foods and Lucas Oil Series Drag Racing. NHRA results and news are featured in weekly livestreams, NHRA's Alan Reinhart and other NHRA stars including John Force, Ron Capps, Antron Brown, Steve Torrence, Justin Ashley, Josh Hart, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Erica Enders all make frequent stops on the WFO Radio Podcast and livestream. MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

The Project Pontiac dyno test video just premièred and the WFO crew gets together before the 2024 PRI Trade Show. Dave and Sue Morris are on their way! The crew reviews the video, we discuss Kye Kelley winning the Snowbird Nationals, the bad news of Toyota leaving NHRA, and the F1 season finale. If you are going to PRI, go see Project Pontiac at the Foggit booth #2312.

Josh Hart joins WFO Radio for a preview of the 2024 PRI Trade Show. Josh will give the details of his new Top Fuel brain trust including Jason McCullough. Josh will also discuss BURNYZZ Speed Shop and what they have planned for the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show. WFO Joe's #ProjectPontiac engine will be featured at the PRI show in the Foggit booth #2312. Go check it out. Joe and Alan will preview all things PRI, including NHRA Happy Hour! They will also discuss Kye Kelley's win at the Snowbird Nationals. Interviews on WFO Radio have become part of winning for drivers in the NHRA Drag Racing Series. As part of the National Hot Rod Association's Track Announcing team, host Joe Castello brings insights directly from the world of professional NHRA Mission Foods and Lucas Oil Series Drag Racing. NHRA results and news are featured in weekly livestreams, NHRA's Alan Reinhart and other NHRA stars including John Force, Ron Capps, Antron Brown, Steve Torrence, Justin Ashley, Josh Hart, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Erica Enders all make frequent stops on the WFO Radio Podcast and livestream. MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS GOOGLE: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1dmb1JhZGlv

This week’s special episode comes from Tuscany, where the Three Whisky Happy Hour gang put aside their whisky glasses and took up tasting chinati at Castello de Cacchiano between academic conferences in Milan and Florence. So for this week only, we become the Three Chianti Happy hour, though we had many more than three! We […]