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Band back together after a brief hiatus over Easter and the Anzac long weekends and its a quick and dirty one. The lads reminisce about an eventful trip to Melbourne, debrief on the Sherpa's small talk game and Lach regails us with his celebrity sighting in Ikea.------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On 16:51 Around the Grounds01:20:20 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap

Meet Sophie, the 20-year-old founder of Sophie's Slime Factory, who turned her childhood love of slime into a thriving business empire. Starting at age 12 with homemade recipes, she now runs a gorgeous creative space in Castle Hill with a team of 15. Listen in as Sophie shares her journey from kitchen experiments to professional slime queen , including the science behind the perfect recipe, growing pains of expansion, and how her family's support made it all possible.---

And then there were two. We hear Lachy talk realness about his woeful pennies and how many packets of chips are too many packets of chips? If you want to hear white boys drafting other white boys to play basketball.. this is the place for you.------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On 14:02 Around the Grounds01:05:18 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap01:13:29 The Bane Game Returns

Last time we spoke about the invasion of Iwo Jima. In March 1945, as the Pacific War raged, the US Marines began and invasion of Iwo Jima while Allied forces advanced across the Philippines. The Japanese formed the 32nd Army to defend the island, but faced shortages of supplies and equipment. They mobilized Okinawan civilians for support and constructed extensive fortifications. The Americans launched Operation Iceberg, neutralizing enemy air facilities in the Ryukyus, Kyushu, and Formosa. Task Force 58 and other air forces struck Japanese targets, while Spruance's 5th Fleet prepared to land Buckner's 10th Army. Initial landings occurred in the Kerama Islands, followed by the main assault on April 1 on Okinawa's Hagushi beaches. Despite heavy bombardment, Japanese defenses remained concealed. The Americans encountered minimal resistance initially, but the stage was set for a bloody and brutal battle. This episode is Yamato's Last Stand Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  As we last left off, Admirals Turner and Spruance successfully landed over 60,000 troops from General Buckner's 10th Army on the Hagushi beaches of Okinawa with minimal resistance. In response, General Ushijima's main forces remained inactive in their underground positions in the south, having effectively endured the continuous naval and air assaults from the enemy. However, under pressure from higher authorities in Tokyo and Formosa, the 32nd Army began to develop plans for a general counteroffensive aimed at the Yontan and Kadena airfields, utilizing nighttime infiltration and close combat tactics. The primary response, however, was expected to come from the air. As part of Operation Ten-Go, all Army and Navy air forces stationed in the Home Islands were to focus their efforts in the East China Sea to execute a series of coordinated mass air strikes against enemy transport and carrier task forces, collectively referred to as the Kikisui attacks. Japan's wartime terminology exploited the distinctively poetic and euphemistic nature of the Japanese language. The informal term kamikaze actually means “divine wind.” Specifically, kamikaze refers to the typhoons that miraculously wrecked Kublai Khan's Mongol–Koryo invasion fleets in 1274. Like “blitzkrieg”, the unofficial term “kamikaze” was mostly used by Allied journalists. The IJN and IJA officially called suicide attack units tokubetsu kogekitai, meaning “special attack unit.” This was usually shortened to tokkutai, with tokko both noun and adjective meaning “special” i.e. suicide. Kikisui was the codename for the ten mass kamikaze attacks off Okinawa against the Allied fleet. Kikisui means “floating chrysanthemum,” which was the war emblem of legendary 14th-century samurai Masashige Kusinoke, a national exemplar of sacrificial devotion to the Emperor. Ten-Go had been initiated on March 26, following the initial landings on the Kerama Islands; however, by the time of the invasion, Admiral Toyoda's disorganized Combined Fleet was unable to carry out any large-scale kamikaze attacks, as it was still consolidating approximately 3,000 aircraft in Kyushu. Additionally, encouraged by Emperor Hirohito, Toyoda momentarily sanctioned a dramatic, one-way suicide mission involving the superbattleship Yamato and Rear-Admiral Komura Keizo's 2nd Destroyer Squadron, aimed at destroying Spruance's invasion fleet. This surface attack mission, codenamed Ten-Ichi-Go and led by Vice-Admiral Ito Seiichi of the 2nd Fleet, vaguely suggested that if Yamato reached Okinawa, she would ground herself as an artillery platform while her crew disembarked as naval infantry. Nonetheless, the chances of success for this mission were slim; it was primarily intended for the Imperial Japanese Navy to maintain its honor. On April 2, while General Watson's 2nd Marine Division conducted another demonstration off the southeast beaches, American forces prepared to advance eastward. In the south, benefiting from ideal weather and minimal resistance, the 17th Regiment secured the highlands overlooking Nakagusuku Bay and extended its patrols to the bay's shoreline. The 32nd Regiment eliminated a strongpoint south of Koza using tanks and then aligned with the 17th. The 381st Regiment advanced through Shimabuku but faced enemy resistance in and around Momobaru. Meanwhile, the 383rd Regiment captured a hill just south of Momobaru after a fierce battle and also took a ridge northeast of Futema with support from airstrikes, artillery, and tanks. In the north, however, General Geiger's Marines faced challenging terrain and supply issues. The 1st Battalion, 29th Marines moved north to secure the unoccupied Zampa Misaki area, where Turner later established a radar station. The 22nd Marines advanced quickly eastward throughout the day against light opposition, successfully securing the Nagahama beaches alongside the 6th Reconnaissance Company. On the other hand, the 4th Marines met with steadily mounting resistance. At 1100 a platoon of 3/4, entering the mouth of a steep ravine was met by a sharp fusillade of small-arms fire, which revealed a series of mutually supporting caves on both sides of the draw. In the fire fight that ensued, 12 wounded men were isolated and not recovered for four hours. "Every means of painlessly destroying the strongpoint was unsuccessfully tried and it was finally taken by a typical 'Banzai' charge, with one platoon entering the mouth of the draw and one platoon coming down one side of the two noses that formed the pocket."  The 1st Marine Division continued its advance with little resistance to the Ishimmi-Kutoku line, also extending southward to Chatan, while the 1st Marines moved past the 5th Marines toward Chibana. With approximately 6,000 yards separating General Del Valle's main frontline units from the 7th Division, General Arnold decided to send Colonel Roy Greene's 184th Regiment to fill this significant gap. At sea, Admiral Mitscher's Task Force 58 launched a strike against Amami Oshima, sinking three vessels and damaging two others, while also witnessing four warships collide and sustain damage. In retaliation, Admiral Ugaki's Kyushu aircraft force conducted sporadic kamikaze attacks, resulting in damage to five transports. The next day, General Hodge's 24th Corps shifted its focus southward. The 17th Regiment secured the rear areas and captured Awase, while the 32nd Regiment advanced approximately 5,000 yards along Nakagusuku Bay to occupy Kuba and establish its lines in front of Hill 165. The 381st Regiment took control of Kishaba and Atanniya but failed in its assaults on Hill 165 and Unjo. Meanwhile, the 383rd Regiment swiftly occupied Isa, Chiyunna, and the Futema high ground. Looking north, Del Valle dispatched the 1st Reconnaissance Company to scout the area along the corps boundary, sweep the Katchin Peninsula, and patrol back up the east coast to the village of Hizaonna. This maneuver enabled the 1st Marines to advance quickly in formation and reach the sea wall overlooking the northern end of Nakagusuku Bay by nightfall. Concurrently, the 5th Marines moved forward and successfully occupied Agina and Tengan; the 7th Marines gained around 2,700 yards of enemy territory and ultimately reached Hizaonna, although Company K became lost and was ambushed. The 4th Marines navigated the challenging terrain and light enemy resistance to secure the significant hill mass behind Yontan airfield, located 3,000 yards short of the east coast. The 22nd Marines advanced and successfully captured Nakadomari, along with a position 400 yards south of that line. Meanwhile, the 6th Reconnaissance Company, supported by armored units, crossed the Ishikawa Isthmus to the village of Ishikawa, where they faced mortar fire. At sea, Mitscher's aircraft carriers targeted Okinawa, sinking two vessels and damaging two others. In response, Ugaki was finally able to launch a preliminary mass Ten-Go air attack, with 119 aircraft causing damage to the escort carrier Wake Island, the destroyers Bennett, Prichett, and Foreman, the minesweeper Hambelton, and two landing craft. Due to significant advancements, Geiger successfully deployed Colonel Victor Bleasdale's 29th Marines to take control of the Yontan airfield and other rear areas. To the south, Del Valle's units moved toward the eastern shore of Okinawa, with the 1st Marines occupying the Katchin Peninsula without facing any resistance, while the 5th and 7th Marine Regiments secured the coastline in their designated zones. Further south, after splitting the island in two, Hodge began advancing toward Naha, targeting the hill mass stretching from Urasoe-Mura to Hill 178 and Ouki. In response, General Bradley positioned Colonel Macey Dill's 382nd Regiment in front of Nodake, while the 184th Regiment moved through the 381st in the Attaniya-Unjo area. For the initial push toward the Uchitomari-Tsuwa line, the 383rd Regiment advanced quickly from Isa to Mashiki, where they were ultimately halted by heavy fire from the south. The 382nd advanced over two miles south from Nodake along the eastern boundary of the division, while Arnold's forward units lagged about two miles behind due to moderate resistance at a high, wooded ridge parallel to the coastline just west of Kuba. Meanwhile, at sea, Ugaki launched only sporadic kamikaze attacks, which resulted in damage to the destroyer Wilson near the Kerama Islands. Additionally, two American vessels collided while Task Force 58 targeted Okinawa, and later that night, a suicide boat attacked and sank an LCI gunboat. In the Attaniya-Unjo area, the 383rd Regiment made a swift advance from Isa to Mashiki as part of the initial push towards the Uchitomari-Tsuwa line. However, the following day marked the onset of fierce resistance on Okinawa, with the 383rd Regiment struggling to make headway against the formidable Japanese defenses on Cactus Ridge. Meanwhile, the 382nd Regiment continued its advance southward against a series of fortified positions, achieving gains of approximately 400 yards to the east and 900 yards to the west. The 184th Regiment moved through Arakachi but was halted by intense and precise fire from a rocky outcrop located about 1,000 yards southwest. The 32nd Regiment finally managed to capture Castle Hill before pushing more than two miles along the coast to a point east of Ukuma. To the north, while the 1st Marine Division shifted to a primarily defensive posture, the 6th Marine Division conducted active reconnaissance toward the Motobu Peninsula, advancing the front to the Atsutabaru-Chima line. Additionally, a patrol from the 1st Marines on the Katchin Peninsula crossed the reef to seize Yabuchi Island swiftly. At sea, there were no kamikaze attacks that day as Ugaki and Toyoda prepared to launch the main phase of Operation Ten-Go, although an Okinawa shore battery managed to hit the battleship Nevada. Unbeknownst to the Japanese, American intelligence had successfully intercepted Combined Fleet codes, allowing them to anticipate the details of the surface Ten-Ichi-Go attack. Consequently, Spruance's warships were prepared for the imminent departure of Ito's “Surface Special Attack Force,” which was executed a few hours later. Additionally, Ushijima was instructed to initiate a strong counterattack the following day to coincide with Ten-Ichi-Go and the first Kikisui attack, but he firmly rejected this order and called for the cancellation of the unnecessarily suicidal surface attack. During the night, as Admiral Blandy's minesweepers completed the perilous task of clearing the vast areas of Chimu and Nakagusuku Bays, the Fleet Marine Force Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion landed on the northern coast of Tsugen Island to gather intelligence on enemy positions. Upon their arrival in the early hours of April 6, they encountered machine-gun and mortar fire, which ultimately compelled the battalion to retreat to the beach and reembark. Simultaneously, the 4th and 29th Marine Regiments advanced through the 22nd Marine Regiment, with the 29th Marines moving up the west coast in formation and reaching Chuda by noon, while the 4th Marines progressed along the eastern coastal road, successfully advancing seven miles toward Madaira. Further south, the 383rd Regiment continued its assault on the fortified enemy positions at Cactus Ridge, pushing forward relentlessly until they secured the western half by nightfall. The 2d Battalion, 383d Infantry, made frontal assaults through intense mortar fire to gain the ridge. "We figured," S/Sgt. Francis M. Rall later wrote, "that the way to get out of that knee mortar fire was to get to where it was coming from. So we stood up in waves, firing everything we had and throwing hand grenades by the dozen, and charged the Jap position." By such tactics the 2d Battalion gained the western half of Cactus.  Over the next two days, the 382nd Regiment advanced slowly east of the Ginowan road, facing fierce resistance from the Tombstone and Nishibaru Ridges. After a 10-minute artillery bombardment, two companies of the 1st Battalion, 184th Regiment climbed nearly to the summit of the Pinnacle but were ultimately pushed back by strong resistance from caves and underground strongholds. Undeterred, Company B continued frontal assaults while Company C maneuvered up the western approaches to surprise the determined defenders. This strategy proved effective, with Company C reaching the top without sustaining any casualties and then methodically eliminating the remaining Japanese troops using white phosphorus grenades and flamethrowers. As the Pinnacle was being captured, the 32nd Regiment advanced across the coastal flatlands with minimal resistance to maintain contact with the 184th Regiment. On this day, Task Force 58 returned to sea, launching strikes on Okinawa and the Daito Islands, while Admiral Rawlings' Task Force 57 targeted the Ishigaki and Miyako Islands. Meanwhile, Japanese aerial reconnaissance identified two American carrier groups near Okinawa, prompting Ugaki to initiate his first mass Kikisui attack, sending hundreds of Japanese aircraft to assault Mitscher's carriers. US carriers unleashed a combined 19 USN and four USMC squadrons to blunt the onslaught. Swirling, running dogfights developed around noon and lasted through sunset. April 6 may have started slow, but by evening it had developed into one of the greatest aerial confrontations of all time. American CAPs overwhelmingly massacred the poorly trained Japanese attackers; Mitscher's Task Force 58 fighters claimed 249 Japanese planes for just two lost—a staggering 125-to-1 kill ratio. Yet the kamikaze pilots' grim determination was chillingly apparent. According to VF-82's action report: “Of all the enemy planes encountered, not one returned fire, all remained on course, boring in toward the surface vessels. The only evasive action offered was jinking, and the majority of the aircraft were obsolete models as can be seen by the list [of] destroyed. Primary danger to our pilots was collision or getting in the path of a friendly plane's fire.” Essex's VF-83 (36 Hellcats) and VBF-83 (36 Corsairs) combined for 69 kills, while Belleau Wood's 24 VF-30 Hellcats shot down 47. Belleau Wood's skipper, Captain Red Tomlinson, duly signaled Task Group 58.1's Rear Admiral Joseph J. Jocko Clark: “Does this exceed the bag limit?” Clark responded, “Negative. There is no limit. This is open season. Well done.” The US carrier fighters' 275 kills was thus the war's 4th-highest 1-day total. 13 US pilots achieved ace status (scored their 5th kill) on April 6, with 4 becoming “ace-in-a-day.” 10 pilots claimed 4 kills, while another 17 shot down 3 each. Combined with anti-aircraft fire, the Americans destroyed 355 Japanese planes. However, even significant aerial victories could not prevent the devastating kamikaze assaults, with approximately 182 Japanese aircraft in 22 groups attacking Spruance's 5th Fleet that afternoon. This led to 24 kamikaze planes sinking the destroyers Bush and Colhoun, as well as three transport ships, and inflicting further damage on the light carrier San Jacinto, 12 destroyers, three destroyer minesweepers, and one minesweeper. Friendly anti-aircraft fire also caused damage to battleship North Carolina, light cruiser Pasadena, and destroyer Hutchins. Despite the extensive damage, four new escort carriers arrived off Okinawa that day, bringing the first 222 fighters of Major-General Francis Mulcahy's Tactical Air Force, stationed at Yontan airfield. Meanwhile, the Yamato force set sail at 15:24 towards Okinawa, but within 45 minutes, a B-29 spotted them in transit. Submarine Threadfin then detected Ito's strike force moving through the Bungo Strait at 17:45. As Ito's force rounded Kyushu to the southwest, it was monitored overnight by submarine Hackleback, which sent four additional contact reports and was pursued three times briefly by one of Yamato's escorting destroyers. Concerned about a potential mass Kikisui attack on April 7, Spruance ordered Mitscher's carriers to concentrate on thwarting Japanese air assaults while tasking Admiral Deyo's Task Force 54 with intercepting Ito's strike force. At 06:20, April 7, six Zeros of the 203rd Kokutai arrived over Yamato as CAP. 14 total Zeros would relay in small groups over the Yamato task force, but all would depart as scheduled by 10:00. The Americans already knew the exact CAP schedule of Yamato's fighters, a later US intelligence memo dryly observing, “They left too soon.” At 08:32, an Essex Hellcat reported the Yamato task force southwest of Koshiki Retto at a heading of 300 degrees. The Yamato group was doing 22kts and deployed in a diamond formation, with Yamato in the center and Yahagi astern. Yamato simultaneously reported that she had been sighted. Visibility was highly variable, with patchy overcast. Within minutes, two VPB-21 PBM-3 Mariner flying boats (based at Kerama Retto with seaplane tender Chandeleur) arrived and began shadowing Yamato and radioing situation reports. Meanwhile, Mitscher duly reported the Yamato sighting to Spruance, before dispatching 16 additional fighters at 09:15 to track Yamato. Shortly after Yamato's CAP had departed, at 10:14, the Japanese discovered the two shadowing PBM-3 Mariners, and simultaneously reported a US submarine stalking the task force—this was Hackleback, which had managed to catch back up with the zig-zagging Japanese. Three minutes later, at 10:17, Yamato turned towards the Mariners and opened fire with her awesome 18.1in. Sanshikidan anti-aircraft shells. Yahagi also opened fire, and additionally began jamming the Mariners' transmissions. The Mariners retreated into the clouds unharmed at 10:18, and Yamato and Yahagi ceased fire. To his chief-of-staff, Commodore Arleigh Burke, Mitscher announced: “Inform Admiral Spruance that I propose to strike the Yamato sortie group at 1200hrs unless otherwise directed.” The grizzled aviator desperately wished to sink Yamato, but he likely suspected that Spruance, riding New Mexico, intended his beloved dreadnoughts claim one last moment of glory. “Will you take them or shall I?” Mitscher pressed. Spruance's response: “You take them.” At 10:00, the carriers of Task Groups 58.1 and 58.3 launched the first wave of 282 aircraft, although only 227 managed to locate Ito's strike force as they navigated through challenging, overcast weather. At 11:07, Yamato's radars detected the large formation approaching from 63 nautical miles away, prompting Ito to increase speed to 25 knots. Within eight minutes, the formation closed to 44 nautical miles, leading the Japanese to initiate sharp evasive maneuvers. Bennington's Lieutenant-Commander Hugh Woods' airborne radar detected the Yamato task force some 25nm away from its predicted location, and the US strike altered course. Five minutes later, the Americans made visual contact through a hole in the patchy 3,000ft overcast, a Hornet pilot recalling, “Yamato looked like the Empire State Building plowing through the water.” Yamato cruised in the center, flanked by destroyers Kasumi, Suzutsuki, Hamakaze, and Yukikaze. Light cruiser Yahagi was in the van, followed by destroyers Hatsushimo, Isokaze, and Fuyutsuki. The first American aviators encountered the destroyer Asashimo, which had been experiencing machinery issues for five hours and had fallen 12 nautical miles behind the main task force to the north. San Jacinto's seven Hellcats dove against Asashimo, but the crippled destroyer threw up notably heavy flak. The Hellcats' 1,000lb bombs closely straddled Asashimo, buckling the destroyer's hull plating. The Hellcats then repeatedly strafed the destroyer, causing large fires that quickly silenced Asashimo's guns. San Jacinto's eight Avengers then made a textbook attack run at 300ft, dropping torpedoes from 1,200 to 1,600yds range. Trailing a wide oil slick, the crippled Asashimo attempted to comb the torpedoes, but one struck beneath her bridge and a second hit near her engine room. Successive explosions blew Asashimo partly out of the water and broke her in half. Asashimo sank at 1213hrs, going down with all 330 men. She had lasted three minutes against San Jacinto's attack. Twelve miles ahead, Yamato lookouts spotted the incoming aircraft at 12:32, which then spent the next five minutes circling just outside the range of Japanese anti-aircraft fire to coordinate their strike plan. Around this time, Yamato also raised Togo's iconic Tsushima flag signal: “On this one battle rests the fate of our nation. Let every man do his utmost.”At 12:37, the circling planes launched their coordinated assault on Yamato and her escorts, focusing on the superbattleship's port side in an attempt to capsize her. US fighters repeatedly strafed Yamato with their 5in. rockets and 0.50cal. machine guns, decimating Japanese antiaircraft batteries and slaughtering exposed antiaircraft crews. The intense carnage and chaos that followed suppressed careful targeting and further ravaged Japanese gunners' morale. Yamato was maneuvering hard at her flank speed of 27kts, when at 1240hrs four Bennington Helldivers from VB-82 delivered two 1,000lb bombs near Yamato's mainmast. The first bomb exploded in Yamato's crew quarters. The second detonated near Yamato's aft command station and caused serious damage, destroying one of Yamato's two air search radars, her after secondary gun director, and several 25mm antiaircraft guns. The subsequent fires shortly reached the powder handling area beneath Yamato's after 6.1in. turret and detonated the readyuse propellant. The resulting conflagration virtually exterminated the 6.1in. turret crew, but flash doors prevented the explosion from reaching the rest of the magazine. Nevertheless, the explosion killed the area's entire damage control party, meaning the resulting fire would rage uncontrolled for the rest of the battle. The Americans lost one Helldiver. At 1243hrs, eight Hornet Avengers launched torpedo attacks against Yamato's port side, covered by 14 Bunker Hill Corsairs strafing Yamato with rockets. Antiaircraft fire hit six Avengers, destroying one, but at least three torpedoes hit the water. The first two torpedoes missed, but at 1245hrs the third torpedo slammed into Yamato's port side, opening her hull to 2,235 tons of seawater. Japanese damage control counterflooded with 604 tons of water to correct the list. Attempting to draw US attackers from Yamato, Hara's light cruiser Yahagi had maneuvered away from the Japanese battleship, steaming hard at 35kts. US strafing had already ricocheted machine gun bullets around Yahagi's bridge, killing a lookout. Watching the attack unfold, Hara admitted, “The spectacle was at once thrilling and terrifying.” Meanwhile, Bennington's Lieutenant-Commander Ed De Garmo led three Avengers against Yahagi. At 1246hrs, De Garmo's Avengers delivered Yahagi her first hit and it was a devastating one. A single torpedo struck Yahagi in the engine room, killing the entire engineering crew. Yahagi was left dead in the water nine minutes into the battle. Destroyer Isokaze subsequently sped towards Yahagi to take off Rear Admiral Komura. Meanwhile, around 56 aircraft targeted Yamato's escorting destroyers, leading to multiple torpedo hits that split Hamakaze in two; Isokaze was bombarded with bombs; Fuyutsuki suffered minor damage from two dud rockets; and Suzutsuki was struck by a bomb that severed her bow. The first wave of attacks concluded at 12:50, as Ito sought to reorganize his forces and evaluate Yahagi's status. Shortly after 13:00, a second wave of 50 aircraft appeared, managing to hit Yamato's port bow with a bomb at 13:23 and inflicting several bomb hits near the battleship's bridge. Additionally, two bomb hits and several near misses critically damaged the destroyer Kasumi, leaving her dead in the water and ablaze. At 1333 the third wave of US attackers arrived, comprising 110 new Yorktown, Intrepid, and Langley aircraft from the delayed TG-58.4 strike. The Americans now overwhelmingly focused on the reeling Yamato. Twenty Avengers attacked Yamato's portside. Around 1337, the third wave saw three confirmed torpedo hits on Yamato's portside, plus a fourth probable hit, increasing her portside list to 15–16 degrees. Stationed on Yamato's bridge, Ensign Mitsuru Yoshida recalled, “I could hear the Captain vainly shouting, ‘Hold on men! Hold on men!'”. Aruga had no option but to flood Yamato's starboard machinery spaces, where hundreds of engineers toiled to keep Yamato underway. Water, both from torpedo hits and the flood valves rushed into these compartments and snuffed out the lives of the men at their posts, several hundred in all. Caught between cold sea water and steam and boiling water from the damaged boilers, they simply melted away.” Aruga's drastic measure reduced Yamato's portside list back to five degrees, but exhausted her last starboard counterflooding capacity. Having lost one shaft and gained 3,000 tons more water, Yamato's speed fell to 12kts. At 1342hrs, TG-58.4 Avengers dropped another four torpedoes. Yoshida marveled, “That these pilots repeated their attacks with such accuracy and coolness, was a sheer display of the unfathomable, undreamed-of strength of our foes!” Yamato shot down one Avenger, but two torpedoes plowed into Yamato's portside, making five torpedo hits in five minutes. The Americans had intentionally targeted Yamato's stern to wreck her steering, and the gamble paid off. Yamato's rudders were now disabled, jamming her in a permanent starboard turn. Any chance of reaching Okinawa was gone. Reduced to a speed of 8 knots and unable to maneuver, the stricken Yamato became an easy target. Around 14:02, Mitscher's relentless carrier planes inflicted at least four more bomb hits, disabling most of Yamato's remaining operational anti-aircraft guns as the battleship helplessly circled. As a result, Ito canceled the Ten-Ichi-Go attack and promptly ordered all his warships to rescue survivors and attempt to retreat to Japan. The sinking battleship was then deserted, except for Ito and Captain Aruga Kosaku, who chose to go down with their ship.  Throughout the battle, a stoic Ito had sat silently with arms crossed on Yamato's bridge, unflinching as bullets ricocheted around him, slaughtering his staff. Ensing Yoshida Mitsuru now observed that Ito “struggled to his feet. His chief of staff then arose and saluted. A prolonged silence followed during which they regarded each other solemnly.” Ito then told his staff, “Save yourselves. I shall stay with the ship.” Ito then shook hands deliberately with his officers, retired to his sea cabin one deck below, and locked it behind him. Meanwhile, with Yamato's pumps no longer functioning, alarms began to blare: temperatures in the 18.1-inch magazines were approaching dangerous levels. By 14:20, the capsizing Yamato's main deck was vertical to the ocean. Captain Aruga, eating a biscuit given to him by a rating, tied himself to a binnacle on Yamato's bridge. As Yamato capsized, surviving men clambered across her keel, a crazed, half-naked officer screaming and brandishing his samurai sword at the Americans.  Meanwhile, the Americans continued pummeling the helpless Yahagi, which “quivered and rocked as if made of paper,” recalled Captain Hara. The stricken Yahagi suffered repeated hits. “My proud cruiser,” Hara brooded, “was but a mass of junk, barely afloat.” Around 1400hrs Yahagi took the decisive torpedo hit, triggering a clearly fatal starboard roll. Hara finally ordered, “Abandon ship.” At 1405hrs, one minute after receiving her last bomb, Yahagi capsized and sank, having somehow absorbed at least 12 bombs and seven torpedoes. Captain Hara and Rear Admiral Komura calmly stepped into the water as Yahagi sank from beneath them, only barely surviving the sinking Yahagi's undertow. Now clinging to floating wreckage, the exhausted Hara observed “scores of planes swarming about [Yamato] like gnats.” By 14:20, the capsizing Yamato's main deck was vertical to the ocean, and three minutes later, the sinking dreadnought exploded catastrophically before finally disappearing beneath the East China Sea. Yamato's capsizing motion had likely forced open her 18.1in. powder room doors, allowing fires into the battleship's magazines. An American gunner described the explosion as “the prettiest sight I've ever seen … A red column of fire shot up through the clouds and when it faded Yamato was gone.” The detonation killed most Yamato survivors still struggling in the water and may have destroyed several US aircraft. The Americans' exact score will never be known, but Yamato had certainly absorbed seven bombs and nine to twelve torpedoes out of 150 torpedoes dropped. The US planes departed at 1443, but not before issuing “a few farewell strafing runs across the Yamato survivors.” Destroyers Suzutsuki, Fuyuzuki, Yukikaze, and Hatsushimo rescued 1,620 men, including Hara and Komura, before successfully returning to Japan. Additionally, the disabled destroyers Isokaze and Kasumi were scuttled by Yukikaze and Fuyuzuki, respectively. By the end of the action, the combined losses for Ten-Ichi-Go totaled 4,242 Japanese lives. Meanwhile, Ugaki had launched a second mass kamikaze attack around noon, sending 132 aircraft towards Task Force 58. Although Mitscher's fighters shot down 54 attackers, the kamikazes managed to damage the fast carrier Hancock, the battleship Maryland, the destroyers Bennett and Wesson, and a motor minesweeper. The initial Kikisui operation resulted in the deaths of 485 Americans and left 582 wounded. The significant losses over the two days hindered Ugaki from launching another large-scale Kikisui attack for five days. Meanwhile, back in Okinawa on April 7 and 8, Hodge continued his offensive in the south. In Bradley's sector, the 383rd Regiment persistently executed banzai charges against the remaining enemy strongholds on Cactus Ridge until the entire area was secured by American forces. They then advanced toward Kakazu Ridge, where they faced even stronger resistance. The 382nd Regiment made a slow but steady push forward, ultimately being halted by intense fire across a broad front just north of Kaniku and Tombstone Ridge.  The fighting in the 7th Division's sector on April 7 centered on a low, bare hill 1000 yards west of the town of Minami-Uebaru, called Red Hill because of its color. The enemy had made a fortress of the hill by constructing his usual system of caves and connecting trenches. A frontal assault on Red Hill by troops of the 3rd Battalion failed in the face of machine-gun and mortar fire. In a 2nd attempt, 3 platoons of tanks supported the attack. 10 medium and 5 light tanks advanced through a cut toward Red Hill; 2 tanks were blown up by mines and 1 was satchel-charged as the column moved toward the hill and up the sides. Intense enemy artillery and machine-gun fire drove the infantry back and disabled more tanks. Japanese swarmed in among the armor and tried to destroy the tanks with satchel charges and flaming rags. 2 medium tanks held off the attackers, the defending crews resorting to hand grenades, while the rest of the operative tanks withdrew. The 14th Independent Battalion headquarters proudly described this action as a perfect example of how to separate troops from tanks and thus break up the American infantry-tank team. The enemy dispatch stated: "The above method of isolating the troops from the tanks with surprise fire followed by close combat tactics is an example in the complete destruction of enemy tanks and will be a great factor in deciding the victories of tank warfare." After these 2 reversals the 3rd Battalion made a wide enveloping maneuver to the right. Behind fire from artillery and supporting weapons, the troops drove toward Red Hill from the west and occupied it, suffering only 2 casualties in the move. Once more a Japanese outpost had shown its strength against a frontal attack and its vulnerability to a flanking maneuver. The capture of Red Hill left another sector of enemy territory open for the taking. The troops advanced 100 yards south before digging in. A platoon of tanks conducted a remarkable 4000-yard foray almost to Hill 178 and withdrew safely, despite a bombing attack by two single-engined Japanese planes. The following day, the 184th continued its advance southward under heavy fire, managing to take Triangulation Hill after two fierce assaults. Simultaneously, the 32nd Regiment captured Tsuwa as it extended the front along the coastline. By the night of April 8, the 24th Corps had sustained 1,510 battle casualties while inflicting 4,489 Japanese fatalities and capturing 13; they had finally reached the formidable perimeter of the Shuri fortified zone. Looking north, on April 7, the Fleet Marine Force Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion landed on Ike Island, encountering no opposition. Subsequently, Company B was dispatched to secure Takabanare Island, while Company A took control of Heanza and Hamahika Islands. During the night, Company B reembarked, maneuvered around Tsugen Island, and landed on Kutaka Island, where they also found no enemy presence. Simultaneously, the 32nd Regiment captured Tsuwa as it expanded the front along the coastline. By the evening of April 8, the 24th Corps had incurred 1,510 battle casualties. On the same day, Shepherd advanced north with minimal resistance, as the 29th Marines successfully reached Nago while the 4th Marines moved through Henoko. Ahead of the division, the 6th Reconnaissance Company traveled up the west coast road to the village of Awa and then crossed the base of the Motobu Peninsula to Nakaoshi, encountering and either destroying or scattering several enemy groups along the way. As the reconnaissance zone was extended westward on April 8, clear signs, confirmed by aerial observations and photographs, indicated that the enemy had chosen the rugged mountains of Motobu as their defensive position. As a result, the 22nd Marines were deployed across the island from Nakaoshi to Ora to protect the right flank and rear of the 29th Marines attacking westward, while the 4th Marines assembled near Ora to support either the 29th on Motobu or the 22nd in the north. The 2nd Battalion, 29th Marines probed westward, moving across the base of Motobu and occupying the village of Gagusuku. Additionally, the reserve 1st Battalion at Yofuke successfully secured Yamadadobaru and Narashido, facing heavy enemy machine-gun and rifle fire at the latter location. The following day, the 29th Marines advanced in three columns to locate the enemy's main force at Motobu; all columns encountered resistance, revealing that a significant enemy force confronted the division in the area stretching from Itomi to Toguchi. On April 10, the 2nd Battalion, 29th Marines captured Unten Ko, where the Japanese had established a submarine and torpedo boat base; the 3rd Battalion took Toguchi and sent patrols into the interior, while the 1st Battalion advanced through Itomi and uncovered well-fortified positions on the high ground north of the village. On April 9, the 184th Regiment successfully captured Tomb Hill in the south following an artillery and air bombardment, while the 32nd Regiment took control of several finger ridges to the east that oversaw the approaches to Ouki. The Japanese-held area in front of the 383rd Regiment offered the enemy an ideal combination of defensive features. A deep moat, a hill studded with natural and man-made positions, a cluster of thick-walled buildings behind the hill; these were the basic elements of Kakazu stronghold. The enemy had exploited each one of them. Moreover, Kakazu, unlike such outposts as the Pinnacle, was an integral element of the Shuri fortified zone and a vital rampart that could expect reinforcements and heavy fire support from within the ring of positions that surrounded the 32nd Army headquarters, only 4000 yards to the south. Between the Americans and Kakazu lay a deep gorge, half hidden by trees and brush, which could be crossed only with difficulty. The Kakazu hill mass itself, which was made up of two hills connected by a saddle, stretched northwest-southeast for 2000 yards, sloping on the west toward the coastal flat and ending on the east at Highway 5. Just below Kakazu Ridge on the southeast was the town of Kakazu, a compact group of tile-roofed structures, each surrounded by hedges and stone walls and somewhat in defilade to the adjoining open fields. In and around the Kakazu hills the Japanese had created one of their strongest positions on Okinawa. Mortars dug in on the reverse slope were zeroed-in on the gorge and on vulnerable areas between the gorge and the crest of Kakazu. Several spigot mortars also protected the hill. In an intricate system of coordinated pillboxes, tunnels, and caves Japanese machine-guns were sited to cover all avenues of approach. The enemy was also supported by many artillery pieces within the Shuri fortified zone. The heavy walls and the hedges of the town of Kakazu-and eventually its rubble-afforded the Japanese countless defensive positions. Concurrently, the 383rd Regiment initiated its first coordinated assault on Kakazu Ridge, with Companies A, C, and L swiftly reaching the summit by dawn without detection. However, the surprised defenders quickly launched a fierce counterattack, ultimately forcing Companies A and C to withdraw. Company L, positioned on Kakazu West, continued to fend off enemy counterattacks alone until late afternoon when the exhausted unit had no choice but to retreat. The next day, Brigadier-General Claudius Easley proposed a "powerhouse attack," where the 381st Regiment would assault Kakazu West from positions south of Uchitomari while the 383rd would press on Kakazu Ridge from positions north of the gorge. Following a heavy artillery bombardment, the assault commenced, with the 2nd Battalion of the 381st Regiment rapidly fighting through strong enemy defenses to secure the crest of Kakazu West. However, the 383rd was struggling to make headway, prompting Colonel May to direct his two battalions to execute flanking maneuvers. Although the eastern encirclement was unsuccessful, May's 3rd Battalion managed to cross the gorge at the northern base of Kakazu West to join Colonel Halloran's 2nd Battalion on the crest. Both units then attempted to advance eastward in heavy rain, but relentless Japanese counterattacks forced them back to Kakazu West. Stalemated, Easley eventually ordered Halloran's 1st Battalion to move through May's 3rd Battalion to attack southeast along Kakazu Ridge, but this assault was also repelled by the determined defenders. At the same time, the 382nd Regiment launched its primary assault on Tombstone Ridge, advancing southwest with three battalions in formation but managing to gain only a few hundred yards to the west as fierce defenders thwarted their main offensives against the hills held by the Japanese. Meanwhile, to the east, the 32nd Regiment attempted to advance into the town of Ouki without success, while the 184th Regiment on the heights defended against minor counterattacks, sealed off caves, and solidified their positions. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. The battle for Okinawa is really heating up, showcasing to the Americans they would be paying dearly for every foot they took off the island. Meanwhile the last stand of the super battleship Yamato would form a legend encompassing the defiant spirit of Japan as well as producing one of the most bizarre science fiction animes of all time.

A dad-of-two who can't work following major surgery to remove a tumour says he has been unable to secure any financial help during his six-month recovery.The 40-year-old was first told he had cancer last July and applied for personal independence payments before his surgery but says he was told he was not eligible.Also in today's podcast, a drink-driver who "catastrophically ruined" a teenage girl's life after causing a horror crash has been locked up. The 21-year-old plumber was double the legal limit from downing four pints in a pub when his car careered into the path of a another vehicle in Deal. As Kent families head out to enjoy the sunshine, there's a warning from Kent Wildlife Trust not to let dogs off their leads around livestock.It's after rangers found a goat that had been killed in a suspected attack at a nature reserve near Canterbury.A businessman says he has built a “one-stop shop” for residents of a new-build development including a health centre and dentist.800 people in Castle Hill, part of Ebbsfleet Garden City, were asked what was missing from their community – that's when Sam Bott came up with the idea of The Prep Rooms.And we've got reaction from Whitstable Town's FA Vase semi-final now they're off to Wembley for the first time in the club's history. While the match ended in a draw they're through to the final on aggregate. 

Three lads wearing some atrocious kit sit down to talk all things sport in the week that was, along with digging into the etymology of surnames, dig into the thesaurus on alleyways and discuss the faux pas of going cross-code at a live event.  ------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On 20:17 Around the Grounds01:06:46 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap01:12:37 The Bane Game Returns

Sydney's property market has reached a pivotal moment. After years of relentless growth pushing prices into the stratosphere, we're witnessing signs of a plateau that's prompting investors and homebuyers alike to look beyond Australia's harbor city.The data tells a fascinating story of shifting momentum across Australia's capital cities. National growth forecasts remain positive with houses expected to rise 3.3% in 2025 and 6% in 2026, while units could perform even stronger at 4.6% and 5.5% respectively. Perth currently leads growth projections at 4% for 2025, with Canberra and Melbourne following at 3.5%, slightly ahead of Sydney's 3.3%. However, Sydney isn't surrendering its crown without a fight—2026 forecasts show it surging to 7.8% growth, outpacing Melbourne's 6%.What's most revealing is how dramatically market performance varies even within metropolitan areas. The Northern Beaches rental market remains fiercely competitive while areas just 40km away show abundant availability. Infrastructure development creates localized booms—Castle Hill property values jumped 76% following metro line construction compared to neighboring Baulkham Hills' 37% growth during the same period. These micro-markets make broad generalizations dangerous for investors.The smart money focuses on long-term strategies, personal circumstances, and hyper-local knowledge. Young couples might still prioritize lifestyle and proximity to Sydney's CBD, while growing families could find better value heading west. What matters is understanding whether you're seeking a forever home or investment vehicle, and whether rental yield or capital appreciation better serves your goals.Despite affordability challenges, Sydney's fundamentals remain strong for those taking a 10-year view. Recent zoning changes have created new opportunities even as other capitals gain attention. The question isn't whether Sydney has had its run—it's whether you have the patience to benefit from its next cycle of growth.

The boys recap Sherpa and Lach's adventure out to Campbeltown in the rain, discuss using it if you have it, and let loose on the latest NRL refereeing crackdown before recapping some of the craziest moments across different sports that have changed the game completely!------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On 30:30 Around the Grounds01:20:07 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap01:24:38 Time to Change the Game

Today's show saw an unwelcome visitor visit the studio during recording time and derail the show for a short period (Make sure you go watch some of the footage on the YouTube)! Despite all of the hullabulloo the boys crack on and grinded a nice show out, including our first ever on air public apologies, dinosaur sound imitations and more!------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On 02:39 Unexpected Visitor14:35 On or Not On Continued30:15 Around the Grounds01:21:17 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap01:27:40 Champions League Predictions

All the boys are back in town and the theme of the day is Harry Potter with Lach and the Sherpa bringing their best Dobby impressions, whilst Matty B mediates the two lads bickering over whether they should care about things or not. An unfortunate bit of history is also made on today's show with an incredible discovery that was made entirely without the help of any AI tools.------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On19:58 BTS AI Issues23:42 Around the Grounds01:24:40 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap01:26:54 Draft: Overpriced Things

No fearless leader today so Lach and Sherpa manage to get bogged down in some serious discussions such as customer service standards, individual player songs for scoring and the absurdity of opening round. Plus a deep dive into breaking news with Sherpa's Eels and why "We ❤️ Penrith".------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On31:30 Around the Grounds: Sherpa Stories43:42 Around the Grounds: NRL01:02:12 Around the Grounds: AFL Opening Round01:12:40 Around the Grounds: Champions League Predictions Re-visited01:19:19 Oodie's Odds & Fantasy Recap

And then there were two. Round 1 of the NRL has kicked off, Round 1 of the AFL is split into two and a former-cricketing legend turns to the links. Find out everything you need to know in this week's show!------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On17:34 Around the Grounds33:42 Oodies Odds38:12 NRL Ladder Breakdown

All back in one room and episode three is back to form, until the Sherpa tried to get us cancelled. With Rugby League Season ramping up, the sports chat is dominated by NRL trials recaps and Vegas previews, with a little Champions League predictions, Cricket chat and even some NHL. Oh... and Lachie finds himself on a Chinese watch list...------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On12:50 Around the Grounds52:37 Oodie's Odds Revamp55:41 Champions League Plum Vibes01:08:18 NRL Vegas Preview

Shakey start for episode 2 with Sherpa on the road, technical issues and low vibes without the three amigos in a room to bounce off of each other. But we persevered and managed a decent ep full of shenanigans, awful sports takes and a quiz to show how useless the boys NRL knowledge is. ------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 On or Not On11:24 Around the Grounds47:53 Who Am I?

Welcome to the brand new Not On Pod, where three lads have a laugh, talk sport and give each other crap! New look, new format, same three idiots.------Spotify Subscribe here!Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenotonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.notonpod/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenotonpod------Also thanks to Fortitude Strength in Castle Hill for letting us use their space for our studio!Website: https://www.fortitudestrength.com.au/---Timecodes:00:00 Welcome to the new format04:40 On or Not On18:14 Around the Grounds41:06 Not On Draft (Huge Player Movements) 

This episode of Crime Time Inc. delves into the Castle Hill Rebellion of 1804, also known as Australia's Vinegar Hill. Set in the context of Australia's history as a British penal colony, the episode explores the roots of the rebellion among Irish political prisoners and their fight against British rule. It narrates the events leading up to the rebellion, the strategic uprising led by Philip Cunningham, and the subsequent brutal crackdown by British forces. The episode highlights the lasting impact of the rebellion on Australian culture and identity, underlining the enduring struggle for justice and freedom.00:00 Introduction to the Castle Hill Rebellion00:19 Historical Context: Irish Rebels in Australia01:44 The Night of the Uprising04:31 The Battle at Rouse Hill06:40 The Aftermath and Brutal Repression07:45 Legacy and Symbolism of the Rebellion11:43 Lessons from the Castle Hill Rebellion13:16 Conclusion and Sign-Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the show today: Micheal Pugh - Townsville Hike and Explore, who has Townsvilles oldest mower & Beks news you missed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tougher fire restrictions for the scorched Canterbury region aren't expected to come into effect until later this week. This is despite a flurry of wildfires that have broken out throughout the region over the past few days. Fire crews have now contained a blaze that burnt through about 150 hectares near West Melton in the Selwyn district, forcing 50 homes to evacuate. It is one of at least four fires that crews are battling around the region, including the wildfire at Castle Hill that has been burning for five days. Reporter Adam Burns has more.

Firefighters expect to take a week to tackle the massive fire which has torn through almost a thousand hectares of scrub in Canterbury's high country. The fire has destroyed a wilderness hut near the peak of Bridge Hill, but the community of Castle Hill is unscathed. Nine helicopters, three planes and almost 100 firefighters have today been involved in the effort to bring the blaze under control. Fire and Emergency said they've made good progress containing and controlling the fire and are working to establish containment lines around the perimeter.Timothy Brown has more.

Fire and Emergency says the wildfire near Castle Hill in Canterbury kept growing overnight and is not under control. Peter Neale runs the Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel and is the area deputy fire chief, and he spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Since Thursday morning, the scrub fire near Castle Hill has grown in size from 140 hectares to more than 500. Reporter Delphine Herbert spoke to Corin Dann.

Weather conditions will be important if the fire near Castle Hill is to be contained. MetService meteorologist John Law spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss

The Diwali Mela at Sydney's Castle Hill Showgrounds last weekend drew a large crowd, with pleasant weather inspiring families to enjoy impromptu picnics. The event showcased vibrant cultural dance performances, live music, children's rides, an Indian Bazaar, and an array of Indian cuisine. Local politicians, councillors, community leaders and SBS Hindi team were present, demonstrating the community's strong support for the festive celebration.

Mark Christopher Lee has had an interest in UFOs for most of his life. Not only has he produced a documentary and a book on the British Royal Family and their interests in the UFO phenomena, he is currently working on a documentary about the Rendlesham incident.In 2024 he captured footage of a UFO over St. Albans. He believes that an experience he had at Rendlesham involving orbs and strange sounds followed him back to St. Albans, where he currently resides.He also is a firm believer that on February 13, 2023, residents in Huddersfield, England, witnessed what appeared to be a black ball hovering in the sky above Castle Hill at sunset.In addition, Lee is the founder of Nub Records and Nub TV.Websites Nub TVNub MusicBook The King Of UFOs: Royal UFO Secrets RevealedVideos The King of UFOs (Tubi) God vs Aliens (Tubi)Help support California Haunts Radio by becoming a member of The Booo Crew visit... patreon.com/CaliforniaHauntsRadio Booo Crew Store https://boocrew.printful.me/

Guests: Peter Goers (Special Guest) Leon Byner (Additional Guest) Jeremy Cordeaux (Main Host) Dot Point List of Topics Discussed: Age, time passing, and reflections on life as one gets older. Peter Goers shares his experience with public healthcare and a heartwarming act of kindness during his cataract surgery. Discussion on the changing dynamics of radio and television over the years. Leon Byner and Peter Goers reflect on their careers in radio, starting young and growing in the industry. The impact of Patrick White's works, particularly his play A Cheery Soul, which is now being performed at Holden Street Theatres. Nostalgic discussions about Castle Hill and how the Australian suburbs have changed over time. The importance of kindness, recognizing the small things in life, and thanking people for their contributions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EXCLUSIVE: Ray Hadley has revealed that developer ALAND will step in to complete the three remaining unfinished Skyview housing towers in Castle Hill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Floyd, CEO and Chairman of Vox Royalty (TSX: VOXR) (NASDAQ: VOXR), joins me to review the key metrics and takeaways from the Q2 2024 financials, a few significant royalty partner project updates, and the potential for a valuation rerating that is more inline with peers and based on their growing revenues.     Second Quarter 2024 Highlights   Cash flows generated from operations: $2,009,431 for the three months ended June 30, 2024, up ~88% from $1,069,791 in Q2 2023. $3,221,584 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, up ~105% from $1,569,808 in 1H 2023. Q2 2024 revenue of $2,839,117 and year-to-date revenue of $5,721,629 (compared to revenue of $2,217,384 and $5,798,239 for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023, respectively). Revenue for the quarter and year-to-date is inline with expectations and overall 2024 guidance. General and administration expenditures decreased $436,618 (~28% decrease) for the quarter and $627,729 (decreased ~22%) for the year-to date compared to the comparative periods. The Company has made significant efforts to reduce its cost profile compared to the past periods.   Next we discussed how the team at Vox Royalty has continued to accretively build the portfolio with the completion of another Australian royalty portfolio acquisition during the last quarter, and we noted significant pre-production developments in their royalty portfolio that are expected to contribute to near-term revenues, including commencement of ore mining at Bulong/Myhree by royalty operating partner Black Cat Syndicate Ltd. Expanding upon this premise, we have Kyle outline one of the assets in the Vox Royalty portfolio that was acquired last year that they see deep longer-term value in their royalty portfolio – the royalty on Norther Star's Red Hill mine within the context of the A$1.5B expansion of its KGCM operations.  Evolution Mining similarly provided updates on the construction-stage Castle Hill project and Kunanalling which has been flagged as likely baseload ore feed for the A$250M Mungari mine life extension and mill expansion project, expected to be completed in Q1 2026.    We wrap up discussing the health of the Company balance sheet, their potential to be rerated higher more inline with smaller to mid-tier royalty peers, and some ways of thinking about how to value their current portfolio of royalty assets.   If you have any follow up questions for Kyle and the team at Vox, then please email me at  Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Vox Royalty at the time of this recording.   Click here to visit the Vox Royalty website and read over the recent news releases.

What's life like in a small English town with one of the most famous streets in the world? Shaftesbury, a town in Dorset, England, is famous for its iconic street called Gold Hill, which gained worldwide recognition through a TV commercial filmed there in 1973. The town has always been a draw for tourists, with its rich history and beautiful scenery. Keri Jones from the local radio station This is Alfred talks to us about the rhythms of life in a small English town. Shaftesbury is set on a promontory and stands above the Blackmore Vale, offering stunning views of the rolling countryside. The town is known for its quiet and safe environment, with narrow streets and a friendly community. This Is Alfred, a volunteer-run radio station and podcast that provides local news and information about Shaftesbury and its surrounding areas. The town has seen improvements in its public spaces, including new benches, trash cans, and play equipment. It also hosts events like the artisan and traders market and a food festival. The Arts Centre in Shaftesbury has opened a cinema, providing affordable movie screenings for the community. Overall, Shaftesbury is a vibrant and engaged community with a strong sense of pride and love for their town. Shaftesbury, a small English town, has a unique charm and a slow-paced, relaxed lifestyle. The town is known for its independent shops and businesses, with most of them owned by local people. The main street, called High Street, comes to life around 10 am and closes around 4 pm. The town is not a late-night destination, and the streets are quiet by 10 pm. Shaftesbury offers beautiful views from Castle Hill, where visitors can see the countryside and church spires. The town is also famous for its fish and chips, particularly from Coppice Street chip shop. The town hall clock and church bells add to the distinctive soundscape of Shaftesbury. Important Note: Apologies for the occasional echo in the audio; we did our best to edit it out. Please note: The video's captions and the transcript are software-generated and are not perfect. We've done our best to ensure accuracy, but errors happen. Episode Links This is Alfred Ridley Scott Gold Hill Ad Two Ronnies Sketch Visit Shaftesbury My Love of Shaftesbury Explained Takeaways Shaftesbury is famous for its iconic street, Gold Hill, which gained worldwide recognition through a TV commercial filmed there in 1973. The town has always been a draw for tourists, with its rich history and beautiful scenery. Shaftesbury offers stunning views of the rolling countryside and stands above the Blackmore Vale. The town is known for its quiet and safe environment, with a friendly and welcoming community. This Is Alfred, a volunteer-run radio station and podcast, provides local news and information about Shaftesbury and its surrounding areas. Shaftesbury has seen improvements in its public spaces, including new benches, trash cans, and play equipment. The town hosts events like the artisan and traders market and a food festival. The Arts Centre in Shaftesbury has opened a cinema, providing affordable movie screenings for the community. Shaftesbury is a vibrant and engaged community with a strong sense of pride and love for their town. Shaf

What's life like in a small English town with one of the most famous streets in the world? Shaftesbury, a town in Dorset, England, is famous for its iconic street called Gold Hill, which gained worldwide recognition through a TV commercial filmed there in 1973. The town has always been a draw for tourists, with its rich history and beautiful scenery. Keri Jones from the local radio station This is Alfred talks to us about the rhythms of life in a small English town. Shaftesbury is set on a promontory and stands above the Blackmore Vale, offering stunning views of the rolling countryside. The town is known for its quiet and safe environment, with narrow streets and a friendly community. This Is Alfred, a volunteer-run radio station and podcast that provides local news and information about Shaftesbury and its surrounding areas. The town has seen improvements in its public spaces, including new benches, trash cans, and play equipment. It also hosts events like the artisan and traders market and a food festival. The Arts Centre in Shaftesbury has opened a cinema, providing affordable movie screenings for the community. Overall, Shaftesbury is a vibrant and engaged community with a strong sense of pride and love for their town. Shaftesbury, a small English town, has a unique charm and a slow-paced, relaxed lifestyle. The town is known for its independent shops and businesses, with most of them owned by local people. The main street, called High Street, comes to life around 10 am and closes around 4 pm. The town is not a late-night destination, and the streets are quiet by 10 pm. Shaftesbury offers beautiful views from Castle Hill, where visitors can see the countryside and church spires. The town is also famous for its fish and chips, particularly from Coppice Street chip shop. The town hall clock and church bells add to the distinctive soundscape of Shaftesbury. Important Note: Apologies for the occasional echo in the audio; we did our best to edit it out. Please note: The video's captions and the transcript are software generated and are not perfect. We've done our best to ensure accuracy, but errors happen. Episode Links This is Alfred Ridley Scott Gold Hill Ad Two Ronnies Sketch Visit Shaftesbury My Love of Shaftesbury Explained Takeaways Shaftesbury is famous for its iconic street, Gold Hill, which gained worldwide recognition through a TV commercial filmed there in 1973. The town has always been a draw for tourists, with its rich history and beautiful scenery. Shaftesbury offers stunning views of the rolling countryside and stands above the Blackmore Vale. The town is known for its quiet and safe environment, with a friendly and welcoming community. This Is Alfred, a volunteer-run radio station and podcast, provides local news and information about Shaftesbury and its surrounding areas. Shaftesbury has seen improvements in its public spaces, including new benches, trash cans, and play equipment. The town hosts events like the artisan and traders market and a food festival. The Arts Centre in Shaftesbury has opened a cinema, providing affordable movie screenings for the community. Shaftesbury is a vibrant and engaged community with a strong sense of pride and love for their town. Shaftesbury is a small English town with a unique charm and a slow-paced lifestyle. Most of the shops and businesses in Shaftesbury are independent and owned by local people. The town comes to life around 10 am and closes around 4 pm, with a relaxed approach to opening hours. Castle Hill offers stunning views of the countryside and church spires. Coppers Street chip shop is famous for its delicious fish and chips. The town hall clock and church bells contribute to the distinctive soundscape of Shaftesbury. Sound Bites "Gold Hill is one of the most famous streets in the world." "Gold Hill is the most photographed view in England." "Shaftesbury reminds me of Port Wenn from Doc Martin, this sort of isolated community." "The town hall clock sounds like somebody's banging a sword, but that's actually quite heartening." "The church bells in St. James and St. Peter's add to the charm of Shaftesbury." "Coppice Street chip shop is famous for its fish and chips, even TV chef Waters rates them highly." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Shaftesbury and Gold Hill 02:48 The Charm and Beauty of Shaftesbury 05:47 This Is Alfred: Local News and Information 08:44 Improvements and Enhancements in Shaftesbury 13:17 The Story of This Is Alfred: From Podcast to Radio 32:22 The Slow and Gentle Pace of Life in Shaftesbury 37:22 Relaxed Lifestyle and Socializing at Pubs 39:46 Enjoying Fish and Chips from Coppice Street 42:22 The Unique Sound of Church Bells in Shaftesbury 43:23 Beautiful Views from Castle Hill 44:06 Alfred's Future Plans for Better Coverage

Interview with Spencer Cole, CIO of Vox Royalty Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/vox-royalty-tsxvoxr-quality-portfolio-and-disciplined-strategy-drive-cash-flow-growth-5077Recording date: 19th June 2024Vox Royalty Corp (NASDAQ/TSX: VOXR) presents a compelling investment opportunity in the mining royalty sector, offering exposure to precious metals growth with a focus on risk-adjusted returns. As a relatively young player in the $70 billion mining royalty industry, Vox has positioned itself uniquely by emphasizing assets in stable jurisdictions and near-term production potential.Founded a decade ago, Vox has demonstrated impressive growth, tripling its revenue over the past three years. The company's portfolio consists of 70 royalties, with approximately 80% weighted towards Australia, the United States, and Canada. This geographic focus underscores Vox's commitment to operating in politically stable regions with established mining industries.Vox's strategy centers on acquiring royalties on projects expected to commence production within six months to three years. This approach aims to minimize the gap between investment and cash flow generation, a key consideration for investors seeking near-term returns. The company's recent acquisition of Australian gold royalties, including the Castle Hill project being developed by Evolution Mining, exemplifies this strategy. Set to begin production in early 2026, Castle Hill is expected to significantly boost Vox's revenue stream.Despite its strong growth trajectory and strategic positioning, Vox faces challenges in market perception, particularly among North American investors less familiar with Australian mining operators. This perception gap has led to a potential undervaluation of Vox's Australian assets, presenting an opportunity for investors as these assets come online and generate cash flow.The company's management team, owning a significant portion of Vox (up to 20% including the board), aligns closely with shareholder interests. This alignment is reflected in their approach to capital allocation, including the recent securing of a $25 million credit facility to fund growth without diluting existing shareholders.Vox offers several attractive features: Focus on risk-adjusted returns in stable jurisdictions, a proven growth track record with clear path for future expansion, potential for value realization as underappreciated Australian assets come online, management alignment through significant ownership and exposure to favorable gold market dynamics.Investors should still consider potential risks, including commodity price volatility and operational challenges at underlying mining projects. The competitive nature of the royalty sector and the company's relatively small size compared to industry giants are additional factors to weigh.In conclusion, Vox Royalty represents an intriguing option for investors seeking exposure to the mining sector with a focus on managed risk and growth potential. As the company continues to execute its strategy and bring more assets into production, it has the potential to deliver significant value to shareholders. View Vox Royalty's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/vox-royaltySign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Buda's Hidden Holographic History: Adventure Under the Castle Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/budas-hidden-holographic-history-adventure-under-the-castle Story Transcript:Hu: A napfényes délután egy különleges kalandra hívta Lászlót és Esztert.En: The sunny afternoon invited László and Eszter on a special adventure.Hu: A Buda Várhegy alatt meghúzódó ősi alagutak titokzatos világát készültek felfedezni.En: They were preparing to explore the mysterious world of ancient tunnels lying beneath Buda's Castle Hill.Hu: Az alagutakat nemrégiben holografikus technológiával alakították át történelmi archívummá.En: These tunnels had recently been transformed into a historical archive using holographic technology.Hu: Ahogy a vár tövében álltak, László izgatottan mondta:- Képzeld, Eszter, micsoda látvány lesz itt bent!En: As they stood at the foot of the castle, László said excitedly: - Imagine, Eszter, what a sight it will be inside!Hu: Eszter mosolyogva bólintott, és együtt léptek be az első alagútba.En: Eszter nodded with a smile, and together they stepped into the first tunnel.Hu: A lépcsők felfelé vezettek, majd egy kis terembe érkeztek.En: The stairs led upward, and they arrived in a small chamber.Hu: A falakon képek jelentek meg, nem festett portrék, hanem hologramok.En: Images appeared on the walls, not painted portraits, but holograms.Hu: Ügyesen váltakozó fények mozgatták őket.En: Cleverly alternating lights made them move.Hu: - Itt van Zsigmond király – mutatott László a hologramra.En: - Here is King Sigismund – László pointed at the hologram.Hu: – Nézd, itt éppen a koronázásán van.En: – Look, he is at his coronation.Hu: - Lenyűgöző!En: - Impressive!Hu: – álmélkodott Eszter.En: – marveled Eszter.Hu: – Mintha élőben látnánk!En: – It's like seeing it live!Hu: Továbbhaladtak az alagútban, ahol kisebb termek váltakoztak hosszú folyosókkal.En: They proceeded further into the tunnel, where smaller rooms alternated with long corridors.Hu: Minden teremben újabb és újabb holografikus jelenetek várták őket.En: In every room, new holographic scenes awaited them.Hu: Az egyik teremben a török harcosok támadása zajlott.En: In one room, Turkish warriors were attacking.Hu: Eszter félelemmel vegyes érdeklődéssel figyelte a harcot.En: Eszter watched the battle with a mixture of fear and fascination.Hu: - Milyen valósághű ez a technológia!En: - How realistic this technology is!Hu: – csodálkozott.En: – she marveled.Hu: Egyszer csak egy rejtett ajtóra lettek figyelmesek.En: Suddenly, they noticed a hidden door.Hu: László megnyomott egy gombot, mire az ajtó halkan kinyílt.En: László pressed a button, causing the door to open quietly.Hu: Előbukkant egy szűk, sötét alagút.En: A narrow, dark tunnel appeared.Hu: Beléptek, és furcsa zsivaj ütötte meg a fülüket.En: They entered, and a strange murmur reached their ears.Hu: Néhány lépés után egy hatalmas terembe jutottak, ahol régi dokumentumok holografikus másai lebegtek a levegőben.En: After a few steps, they arrived in a large chamber where holographic copies of old documents floated in the air.Hu: - Nézd, Eszter, ezek az ország régi térképei!En: - Look, Eszter, these are the ancient maps of the country!Hu: – kiáltott fel László.En: – László exclaimed.Hu: – Ez a hely valóban kincs!En: – This place is truly a treasure!Hu: - Igen, valóban az!En: - Yes, it really is!Hu: – értett egyet Eszter.En: – agreed Eszter.Hu: – Mintha visszautaztunk volna az időben.En: – It's like we traveled back in time.Hu: Hirtelen a terem közepén óriási kirakós jelent meg holografikusan.En: Suddenly, a giant holographic puzzle appeared in the middle of the room.Hu: A darabok maguktól lebegtek, és a közepén egy kódot mutató felirat volt.En: The pieces floated on their own, and in the center was an inscription showing a code.Hu: László és Eszter gyorsan összerakták a kirakóst.En: László and Eszter quickly assembled the puzzle.Hu: Amikor az utolsó darabot is a helyére tették, egy titkos üzenet bukkant fel.En: When they placed the last piece, a secret message appeared.Hu: - Megtaláltad a múlt titkait és jövőt hoztál rájuk – szólt az üzenet.En: - You have found the secrets of the past and brought the future to them – said the message.Hu: A terem hirtelen világosabb lett, a hologramok eltűntek, és egy békés zene szólt.En: The chamber suddenly brightened, the holograms disappeared, and peaceful music played.Hu: László és Eszter rájöttek, hogy sikerült feltárniuk a múlt titkait, és valami újat fedeztek fel.En: László and Eszter realized that they had succeeded in uncovering the secrets of the past and discovered something new.Hu: Öröm és büszkeség töltötte el őket.En: They were filled with joy and pride.Hu: Ahogy visszatértek a felszínre, a nap lassan lemenőben volt.En: As they returned to the surface, the sun was slowly setting.Hu: Bámulták a szép kilátást Budapestre, és elhatározták, hogy újabb kalandokra indulnak majd.En: They gazed at the beautiful view of Budapest and resolved to embark on new adventures.Hu: A Buda Várhegy alagutai tele voltak titkokkal, de László és Eszter számára már nem volt kétség, hogy ezek a titkok felfedezésre várnak.En: The tunnels of Buda's Castle Hill were full of secrets, but for László and Eszter, there was no doubt that these secrets were waiting to be discovered. Vocabulary Words:invited: hívtaexplore: felfedeznimysterious: titokzatosancient: ősitransformed: alakították átarchive: archívummáexcitedly: izgatottanchamber: terembeholograms: hologramokalternating: váltakozócoronation: koronázásánimpressive: lenyűgözőwarriors: harcosokbattle: harcotfascination: érdeklődésselrealistic: valósághűhidden: rejtettbutton: gombotnarrow: szűkmurmur: zsivajcopies: másaitreasure: kincspuzzle: kirakósfloating: lebegtekinscription: feliratcode: kódotassembled: összeraktákbrightened: világosabbjoy: örömpride: büszkeség

Lahznimmo Architects has completed the Powerhouse Castle Hill in northwest Sydney, an imposing shed-like storage facility wrapped in corrugated aluminium and concrete.Owned and operated by the Powerhouse Museum group, the 9000sqm facility is intended as a public-facing storehouse containing a mix of storage, exhibition and conservation facilities, alongside spaces for research and community engagement.The expansion of the Museums Discovery Centre, Powerhouse Castle Hill was delivered to better protect State heritage and cultural assets.The new building also provides more space for education, research and public programs. It will enhance the conservation, preservation and exhibition of collections for generations to come.We talk with Powerhouse Group CEO Lisa Havilah and Principal of Lahznimmo Architects, Andrew Nimmo.

Welcome clay artist/potter/ceramicist, Wendy Joy Goldsmith. She graduated with a BFA from the University of Massachusetts Amherst where she also graduated with a MAT (Masters of Art Education). Wendy also attended workshops at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts in Coastal Maine where she studied with Jack Troy and Bernadette Curran. She also has participated in various workshops at the Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill in Truro, Massachusetts. Wendy Goldsmith was an art teacher at Friends Academy in Dartmouth, Massachusetts for 33 years. Her pottery is mostly hand-built.  She likes experimenting with hand-carved stamps or found objects for printing or impressing texture. Wendy strives to integrate both function and beauty into her work and her inspiration comes from nature and the interpretation from her imagination.  She has been a creator and made art since childhood. She majored in printmaking in art school but also took ceramics classes and stayed with clay, using printmaking techniques in her process. Wendy speaks with The Artists Index's cofounder, documentarian, and podcast host, Ron Fortier, about her art, life, and journey. This episode was recorded with Zoom. The Artists Index uses Zoom to accommodate our guests' schedules and to allow them to remain in the comfort of their homes, especially those who no longer live on the South Coast of Massachusetts.  Our home base and recording studio is located at Spectrum Marketing Group in Howland Place in New Bedford.  If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!   Offering listeners up close and personal conversations with the artists, supporters, and cultural impresarios of our creative community. Listen to the artists talk about their work, backgrounds, passions, dreams, and accomplishments.  Also featured are those work in, or manage the creative community's economy, promotion, and cultural agenda. The Artists Index is sponsored in-part by Heavenly Spirits who invite you to celebrate the art of life. Enjoy this podcast? Consider making a one-time small donation to help support our mission.

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Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Mystical Encounter: Knights and Secrets in the Budapest Labyrinth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/mystical-encounter-knights-and-secrets-in-the-budapest-labyrinth Story Transcript:Hu: A nap éppen a budapesti Várhegy bástyáinak köveit csókolta, amikor László, Eszter és Szilvia, a három jó barát a Labirintus-barlang bejáratához értek.En: One day, the sun was just kissing the stones of the bastions of Castle Hill in Budapest when László, Eszter, and Szilvia, the three good friends, arrived at the entrance of the Labyrinth Cave.Hu: Elszántak voltak, kíváncsiak és egy csipetnyi félelem is rejlett a szívük mélyén, ahogy átléptek a barlang komor ajtaján.En: They were determined, curious, and a hint of fear lurked in their hearts as they stepped through the stern door of the cave.Hu: A titokzatos, hűvös levegő várta őket, és a történetük innentől kezdve pörgött fel.En: The mysterious, cool air awaited them, and from that moment on, their story began to unfold.Hu: A mély, hűvös kőfalak között haladva, tűz mellett égett fáklyák fénye vetett félrevezető árnyakat.En: Moving among the deep, cool stone walls, the light of torches burning by a fire cast misleading shadows.Hu: Az apró stukkók mellett elhaladva egyre mélyebbre merészkedtek a színezett kőfalak és fura szobrok világába.En: Passing by the small niches, they ventured deeper into the world of colored stone walls and peculiar statues.Hu: Az útmutatójuk, a térkép hiánya miatt, kénytelenek voltak a fáklyák fényére hagyatkozni.En: Due to the lack of a guide or map, they had to rely on the light of the torches.Hu: Egyszer csak az akácfák ropogását és az acél csörgését hallották.En: Suddenly, they heard the crackling of the acacia trees and the sound of steel clanging.Hu: Majd megpillantottak egy középkori lovagot, aki ott állt, fegyverbe öltözve.En: Then they spotted a medieval knight standing there, armed and ready.Hu: Mellette egy turistacsoport, figyelmesen hallgatva a lovag szavait.En: Beside him, a group of tourists listened attentively to the knight's words.Hu: Szilvia, a legbátrabb azonnal oda lépett és megkérdezte: - Vajon nem vagyunk bent kicsit túlzásba vittük ezt a lovag dolgot?En: Szilvia, the bravest of them all, immediately stepped forward and asked: - Have we gone a bit overboard with this whole knight thing?Hu: A lovag, azzal a sudorességgel amit páncélja csak engedett, meghajolt és bemutatta magát - komolyan, hiszen ő István lovag volt, tavaly óta a Budapest Labirintus középkori turistagárdájának tagja.En: The knight, with the sweat that his armor allowed, bowed and introduced himself - seriously, for he was Sir István, a member of the Budapest Labyrinth medieval tourist guard since last year.Hu: Kiderült, hogy a három turista, eltévedtek és véletlenül belegyalogoltak ebbe a izgalmas, történelmi tárlatba.En: It turned out that the three tourists had gotten lost and accidentally walked into this exciting, historical exhibition.Hu: László, a történelem iránt vonzódó már majdnem meg akarta hívni a többit, hogy csatlakozzanak előadáshoz, amikor Eszter megragadta a kezét.En: László, intrigued by history, was almost about to invite the others to join the tour when Eszter grabbed his hand.Hu: - László, ne feledd, eltévedtünk.En: - László, don't forget, we got lost.Hu: Vissza kell találnunk a kiutat, nem maradhatunk itt - súgta halkan neki.En: We need to find our way out; we can't stay here - she whispered softly to him.Hu: A lovag kedvesen felajánlotta segítségét, hogy visszakísérje őket.En: The knight kindly offered his help to escort them back.Hu: A barlang egy titkos ajtaján keresztül, mely mögött szerencsére nem sárkány, hanem a szabad ég várta őket, immáron biztonságban, a napfényt élvezve léptek ki.En: Through a secret door in the cave, behind which fortunately there was not a dragon but the open sky waiting for them, they stepped out, now safe and enjoying the sunlight.Hu: Felszabadultan nevettek, amikor visszagondoltak bátorságukra és arra a meglepetésre, ami a barlang mélyén várta őket.En: They laughed heartily as they reminisced about their courage and the surprise that awaited them deep within the cave.Hu: Hazafelé menet pedig csak annyit szóltak: - No, ez tényleg egy emlékezetes kirándulás volt!En: On the way home, they only said: - Well, that was truly a memorable adventure! Vocabulary Words:sun: napstones: kövekCastle Hill: VárhegyBudapest: BudapestLászló: LászlóEszter: EszterSzilvia: Szilviafriends: barátokentrance: bejáratLabyrinth Cave: Labirintus-barlangdetermined: elszántcurious: kíváncsifear: félelemmysterious: titokzatoscool: hűvöscave: barlangtorch: fáklyashadows: árnyakmedieval knight: középkori lovagtourists: turistákarmor: páncélguide: útmutatómap: térképsecret: titkosdragon: sárkánysky: églaughter: nevetéscourage: bátorságsurprise: meglepetésadventure: kaland

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I am glad to be working with the staff from PS 138 and Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club Castle Hill. On Saturdays we meet up to learn different technics in podcasting. This week I let another staff member take a chance to host and run the podcast. Listen to the fun time we had asking the simple question, "Would you rather..." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kips-bay-digital-arts/message

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This is a special partnership episode of Scran with the Scotch Whisky Experience. Nestled on Castle Hill, within a stones throw of Edinburgh Castle, the Scotch Whisky Experience has been welcoming visitors from all over the world since the late 80s - a time when the world of whisky was very, very different to what it is now. Rosalind went along to experience this popular tour and speak to some of the people in the know about how it came about, what it has to offer and how it has played a not insignificant role in nurturing much of the talent found in the whisky industry today. Rosalind chats to Angela Dineen, Operations Director about the history of the experience as well as modern undertakings, including the recent investment of £3.5m into a new tour and how it houses one of the world's largest collections of scotch whisky. She also speaks to Michelle Pizzi, Site Director of The North British Distillery and Alex Thomson, Visitor Attraction Manager at The Glenturret Distillery who share their memories of their time working at the Scotch Whisky Experience and how it helped shape their future careers in the industry. They offer some great insight into working in this thriving industry and how the Scotch Whisky Experience has played its part in their careers. If you're interested in opportunities with them, check out their website where you can find more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A joyful hike up Castle Hill near Huddersfield with We In Front, an inspirational group of walkers.Leading the way is Errol Hamlet who, having retired, felt bored, unhealthy and wanted a new challenge. He spotted a neighbour out walking during the pandemic and decided to join her. Then, one by one, more people joined until they eventually had a decent sized group. Most are senior citizens from the local West Indian community and they can often be heard singing as they disappear into the countryside surrounding Huddersfield. As they walk Clare hears about Carriacou, the Caribbean island where nine of the walkers spent at least some of their childhood. Apparently everyone on that island knows someone in Huddersfield... the two places are closely linked. There's also an unexpected conversation about the niche hobby of bottle-top collecting...The group started today's walk at grid reference SE155152 from where they followed a circuitous route up to Castle Hill. Presenter: Clare Balding Producer: Karen Gregor

Jez & Damo round out the year by chatting to up & coming Castle Hill local 800m speedster, National Champ, 2 x World U20 Championships Silver medallist, European Diamond League competitor & US University of Washington Athlete Carley Thomas.  Learn the tips & tricks she learnt at the elite Diamond League, how she recovered from a horrific leg injury involving a speed boat, rubber ring & some concrete water, recovering almost miraculously to take her first jog 4 months in & racing 9 months later!  Learn how her team of sports professionals & several leading edge technologies came together to get her up & running again.  A lovely Aussie youngster with bags of talent & a heartwarming recovery story.

NTFC fans Charles, Danny and Chessie are back to chat about the podcast Christmas party and the 3-0 win over Fleetwood Town.  We praise the hospitality at the game, analyse the team's performance and the impact of John Guthrie's return. They also discuss the team's attacking approach and the controlled second half.  We also read out three word reviews from listeners and touch on the contract situation with Sam Sherring and the possibility of selling players in January.  There is also a special request for helping out Castle Hill food bank this Christmas. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Threads and email us here: podcast@cobblerstome.com  Visit our website for match previews, blog posts and our shop: cobblerstome.com Sign up to our Patreon for ad free episodes, regular bonus content, access to our community Slack channel and loads more: patreon.com/cobblerstome It's All Cobblers To Me is a Vibrant Sound Media original production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Love and Spicy Soup: A Budapest Affair Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/love-and-spicy-soup-a-budapest-affair Story Transcript:Hu: A nap fényes sugarai behatoltak a Gellért teraszának ablakán.En: The bright rays of the sun penetrated through the window of the Gellért Terrace.Hu: Itt voltak, a folyó zöld vizén túl a Várhegyen, Budapest szívében.En: They were here, beyond the green waters of the river, on Castle Hill, in the heart of Budapest.Hu: Ádám nézett kifelé a teraszról, a nyüzsgő városra, amelyben az élete zajlott.En: Adam looked out from the terrace onto the bustling city, where his life unfolded.Hu: Egyszerű ember volt, magas és karcsú alakjával.En: He was a simple man, tall and slender in stature.Hu: A folyónak szentelte életét, hajón dolgozott, de most itt volt Eszterrel, a kávézóban, a napon, egy finom ebéd reményében.En: He dedicated his life to the river, working on a boat, but now he was here with Eszter, in the café, under the sun, hoping for a delicious lunch.Hu: Ha fortélyos volt Eszter, az lényegében olyan volt, mint a Széchenyi-lánc hid lámpái este: meglepő, kiszámíthatatlan és csillogó.En: If Eszter was cunning, she was essentially like the lamps of the Széchenyi Chain Bridge at night: surprising, unpredictable, and radiant.Hu: Ádám a menüt böngészte.En: Adam perused the menu.Hu: Freundjának hízelgő gesztusa volt a fűszernövények felsorolása a húsgombóc-levesnél.En: The listing of herbs with the meatball soup was a flattering gesture from his friend.Hu: Só, bors, paprika: ez a három rendesen.En: Salt, pepper, paprika: these three were standard.Hu: De csak paprika - pontosabban csípős cseresznyepaprika - akadt a kezében.En: But only paprika – specifically hot cherry paprika – was in his hand.Hu: "Veszélyes", gondolta, de készen állt kipróbálni.En: "Dangerous," he thought, but he was ready to give it a try.Hu: A cipőjén meg látszott a csípős húsleves első kanálja.En: The spiciness of the soup was evident on his shoe as the first spoonful met his lips.Hu: A szemei szétcsaptak, mint a Szent István-bazilika kupolája, és a feje hátrakapott, ahogyan valaki, aki az Andrássy úton biciklizik, amikor elsodorta egy villamos.En: His eyes widened like the dome of St. Stephen's Basilica, and his head jerked back as if he were someone riding a bicycle on Andrássy Avenue, being swept away by a tram.Hu: Eszter nevetett, a hangja, mint a villámként cikázó fény a parlament kupoláján.En: Eszter laughed, her voice flashing like lightning on the dome of Parliament.Hu: Ádám számát hideg vízzel öblítette, de a csípősség továbbra is égette a száját és a torkát.En: Adam rinsed his mouth with cold water, but the spiciness continued to burn his mouth and throat.Hu: "Nem adtad fel?En: "Aren't you giving up?"Hu: " kérdezte Eszter nevetve, ahogy még egy kanálleveshez nyúlt.En: Eszter asked, laughing, as she reached for another spoonful.Hu: "Ki tudja, talán csak az első kanál volt rossz.En: "Who knows, maybe it was just the first spoonful that was bad."Hu: "Ádám letette a kanalát, és visszaszólt: "A paprikás levest soha nem szabad lebecsülni!En: Adam put down his spoon and retorted, "The paprika soup should never be underestimated!"Hu: " Eszter a szemében csillogó nevetéssel nézte, ahogy Ádám küzd a tányérjával.En: Eszter watched with a sparkling laughter in her eyes as Adam struggled with his plate.Hu: A szökőkút a szemtelenséggel szemben, egy tipikus Budapesti kávézóban, Budapest szívében.En: A fountain of audacity in the face of normalcy, in a typical Budapest café, in the heart of Budapest.Hu: Soha nem felejtik el azt a napot soha, mindig megmosolyogják, amikor felidézik Budapest és a paprikás leves közös háborúját.En: They would never forget that day, they would always smile whenever they reminisced about the shared battle between Budapest and the paprika soup.Hu: Ez a nap a mindennapjuk részévé vált, azok közül az emlékek közül, amik minden napot különlegessé tesznek.En: This day became a part of their everyday life, one of those memories that make each day special.Hu: Budapest, a világ szívében, a Duna mellett, az a hely, ahol a leves, a paprika, Eszter és Ádám találkozott.En: Budapest, in the heart of the world, by the Danube, is the place where the soup, the paprika, Eszter, and Adam met.Hu: Ahol a szerelmet és a csípős leves segítségével legyőzték a félelmeket.En: Where love and spicy soup helped overcome fears.Hu: Csak egy kányával és egy cserép paprikával ki lehet húzni a napot.En: A day can be salvaged with just a spoon and a pot of paprika.Hu: Az olyan egyszerű, mint egy szerelem Budapesten.En: It is as simple as a love story in Budapest. Vocabulary Words:the: abright: fényesrays: sugaraisun: nappenetrated: behatoltakthrough: átwindow: ablakánakGellért Terrace: Gellért teraszánakriver: folyóCastle Hill: Várhegyenheart: szívébenBudapest: BudapestAdam: Ádámlooked: nézettout: kifelébustling: nyüzsgőcity: városrawhere: amelybenlife: életeunfolded: zajlottHe: Egyszerűwas: volta: magassimple: egyszerűman: embertall: magasand: ésslender: karcsústature: alakjávaldedicated: szentelte

Ever found yourself wondering, "Are the experiences unfolding in my life truly my own choices, even the negative ones?" I found myself pondering over this very thought during my exhilarating journey in the breathtaking landscape of New Zealand. This episode is the fruition of that contemplation, a discourse on the power of choice, and our incredible ability as humans to shape our lives through our decisions. From the mundane decision to venture out in the rain to the profound choices that shape our happiness quotient, we'll explore how every choice we make, consciously or unconsciously, weaves the tapestry of our existence.As the 2023 curtains draw to a close and we march into the dawn of 2024, it's essential we don't let the steering wheel of our lives be dictated by external circumstances. How about we shift gears and take control? This episode is not just about realizing the power of choice but also about mindfully choosing happiness and living life on our own terms. Narratives from my adventurous drive through the fascinating terrains of Castle Hill are sure to offer a refreshing perspective on how even the most challenging times can lead to beautiful destinations. Together, let's embrace the power of choice and create a fulfilling existence for ourselves and those around us.Got a question or comment about the show? E-mail me at podcast@justinwenck.com. Remember to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode! Then connect with me at JustinWenck.com, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn!

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Annie Lobert is the Founder of Hookers For Jesus and personally experienced more than a decade of sex trafficking in Hawaii, Minneapolis and Las Vegas in the 1980's and 1990's She has been working with survivors of trafficking for more than 17 years. Annie is an internationally recognized expert and advocate of ministry to those who have been sex trafficked and commercially exploited. She fully understands the traumatic psychological, emotional and physical effects of initially choosing the sex industry as a job choice only later to be trapped, beaten and sold to the sex trafficker's highest bidders. She is also a survivor of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), domestic violence, sexual abuse, cancer, drug addiction, abortions, miscarriages, pornography, anorexia and bulimia. Her website is https://hookersforjesus.net/ GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Dr My Le Trinh graduated from the University of Sydney in 1992 and has since been a General Practitioner serving in the Hills District for the past 22 years. She owned and managed a successful Medical Centre in Baulkham Hills for over a decade. My Le is also a Christian, living out her faith by serving the poor in Cambodia for more than 12 years, providing free medical healthcare and various humanitarian projects to the local communities. My Le was the Liberal Democrats candidate for Castle Hill in the March 2023 NSW state election.  

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Prue MacSween is an Australian television and radio personality, journalist, social commentator, and public relations director. She is the public relations director of Verve Communications, and as a media commentator, MacSween has made a number of comments considered to be controversial. MacSween's extensive career in the media began at Eastern Suburbs Newspapers, as a cadet journalist. during which time she studied at the Sydney Technical College where she completed an Advertising Certificate in 1972. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Gloria Masters is the woman behind the global hand signal released on 16 June 2023 for under 16s to use and protect them from abuse. She's the founder of Handing the Shame Back foundation, a charity dedicated to adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Gloria hosts a YouTube and podcast channel of the same name, presenting interviews and resources designed exclusively for survivors. Her memoir ‘On Angels Wings' – My Flight from Trauma to Grace, details sixteen years of unparalleled CSA and trauma, which is why she does the work she does. https://gloriamasters.com/ GUEST 3 OVERVIEW: Dr My Le Trinh graduated from the University of Sydney in 1992 and has since been a General Practitioner serving in the Hills District for the past 22 years. She owned and managed a successful Medical Centre in Baulkham Hills for over a decade. My Le is also a Christian, living out her faith by serving the poor in Cambodia for more than 12 years, providing free medical healthcare and various humanitarian projects to the local communities. My Le was the Liberal Democrats candidate for Castle Hill in the March 2023 NSW state election.

Sam's been gone for a month climbing in Castle Hill, New Zealand. Now he won't shut up about it. Thankfully, traveling Kiwi, Alec McCallum, was around to indulge him a little. Alec has been climbing in the Castle Hill Basin since he was just a wee lad. Now, he's a grown man who buys vans from failed magicians in order to facilitate his need climb rocks. Enjoy!PS - Nate was absent for this one, we missed him dearly. 

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Arleen Garza, a Multifamily Syndication Expert, about her experience in acquiring the 148-Unit Castle Hill Townhomes located in San Antonio, Texas. The property coalesces to create a first-rate living experience with the attributes attached to it. The asset's three investor classes provide an excellent framework for investment. Arleen shares how they prepared for the takeover with the due diligence process, ensuring they find no surprises in the property. Find out more insights on how you can acquire a class A property from Arleen Garza in this episode.

While in Federal Prison, Dr. Topeka K. Sam witnessed firsthand the epidemic and disparity of incarceration on women. After her release in 2015, and in response to what she saw and learned in prison, Topeka founded The Ladies of Hope Ministries (The LOHM), an organization whose mission is to help disenfranchised and marginalized women transition back into society through affordable housing, education, entrepreneurship, spiritual empowerment, and advocacy. With Vanee Sykes, Topeka developed the vision for Hope House NYC, a safe housing space for formerly incarcerated women located in the Castle Hill neighborhood of the Bronx; and she is working to spread this model to cities across America. Through these efforts, she has become a leading voice for social change and transformation. Tune in on Friday, April 7th at 11:00 AM EST to listen to an inspiring and informative conversation on empowering women and creating more equitable societies.

While in Federal Prison, Dr. Topeka K. Sam witnessed firsthand the epidemic and disparity of incarceration on women. After her release in 2015, and in response to what she saw and learned in prison, Topeka founded The Ladies of Hope Ministries (The LOHM), an organization whose mission is to help disenfranchised and marginalized women transition back into society through affordable housing, education, entrepreneurship, spiritual empowerment, and advocacy. With Vanee Sykes, Topeka developed the vision for Hope House NYC, a safe housing space for formerly incarcerated women located in the Castle Hill neighborhood of the Bronx; and she is working to spread this model to cities across America. Through these efforts, she has become a leading voice for social change and transformation. Tune in on Friday, April 7th at 11:00 AM EST to listen to an inspiring and informative conversation on empowering women and creating more equitable societies.