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This episode we continue to follow the monk Xuanzang on his path along the silk road.  From Gaochang, he traveled through the Tarim Basin, up over the Tianshan Mountains, to the heart of the Western Gokturk Qaghanate.  From there, he traveled south, through the region of Transoxania to Bactria and the land of Tukhara.  He pushed on into the Hindu Kush, witnessing the stone Buddha statues of Bamiyan, and eventually made his way to the land of Kapisa, near modern Kabul, Afghanistan.  From there he would prepare to enter the Indian subcontinent: the home of the historical Buddha. For more discussion and some photos of the areas along this journey, check out our podcast blog at https://sengokudaimyo.com/podcast/episode-121   Rough Transcript Welcome to Sengoku Daimyo's Chronicles of Japan.  My name is Joshua, and this is Episode 121: Journey to the West, Part 2   The cold winds blew through the travelers' doubled up clothing and thick furs.  Cold, wet ground meant that even two sets of boots were not necessarily enough after several days.  The frozen mist would often obscure everything except for the path immediately in front, hiding the peaks and making the sky a uniform white. In many places, the path would be blocked by rock, ice, or snow—the remnants of an avalanche, which could easily take an unsuspecting traveler.  And there was the elevation.  Hiking through the mountains, it was easy enough to reach heights of a mile or higher, and for those not accustomed to that elevation the thin air could take a surprising toll, especially if you were pushing yourself.  And the road was no less kind to the animals that would be hauling said travelers and their gear. And yet, this was the path that Xuanzang had agreed to.  He would continue to push through, despite the various deprivations that he would be subjected to.  No doubt he often wondered if it was worth it.  Then again, returning was just as dangerous a trip, so why not push on?   Last episode we introduced the monk Xuanzang, who traveled the Silk Road to India in the 7th century and returned to China.  He brought back numerous sutras to translate, and ended up founding a new school, known as the Faxian school—or the Hossou school in Japan.   As we mentioned last time, Xuanzang during his lifetime met with students from the archipelago when they visited the continent.  The records of his travels—including his biography and travelogue—are some of the best information we have on what life was like on the silk road around this time. In the last episode, we talked about Xuanzang: how he set out on his travels, his illegal departure from the Tang empire, and his perilous journey across the desert, ending up in Gaochang.  There, King Qu Wentai had tried to get him to stay, but he was determined to head out.  This episode we are going to cover his trip to Agni, Kucha, and Baluka—modern Aksu—and up to the Western Gokturk Qaghanate's capital of Suyab.  From there, we'll follow his footsteps through the Turkic controlled regions of Transoxania and into Tukhara, in modern Afghanistan.  Finally, we'll cover the last parts of his journey before he reached the start of his goal:  India. From Gaochang, Xuanzang continued on, through the towns he names as Wuban and Dujin, and into the country of Agni—known today as the area of Yanqi—which may also have been known as Wuqi.  The route was well-enough known, but it wasn't necessarily safe.  At one point, Xuanzang's caravan met with bandits, whom they were fortunately able to pay off.  The following night they encamped on a river bank with some merchants who also happened to be traveling the road.  The merchants, though, got up at midnight and headed out, hoping to get to the city early so that they could be the first ones to the market.  They only made it a few miles down the road, however, before they encountered more bandits, who slaughtered them and took their goods.  The following day, Xuanzang and his retinue came upon the merchants' remains lying in the road and saw the aftermath of the massacre. This was an unforgiving land, and the road was truly dangerous, even for those who traveled it regularly.  And yet Xuanzang was planning to travel its entire length until he reached India. So with little alternative, they carried on to the royal city of Agni. Agni, or Yanqi, sits on the southwestern edge of the basin, west of Bositeng lake, on the border between the Turfan basin and the larger Tarim Basin.  The name is thought to be a Tocharian—or Turfanian—name for the city, which is also known as Karashr. According to the biography by Huili, Xuanzang and his party didn't stay long in Agni.  Apparently Agni and Gaochang were not exactly on friendly terms, and even though the King of Agni and his ministers reportedly came out to greet Xuanzang and welcome him to their city, they refused to provide any horses.  They spent a single night and moved on. That said, Agni still made an impression on Xuanzang.  He noted how the capital was surrounded by hills on four sides, making it naturally defensible.  As for the people, he praises them as honest and straightforward.  They wore clothing of felt and hemp cloth, and cut their hair short, without hats or any kind of headwear.  Even the climate was pleasant, at least for the short time he was there.  He also notes that they used a script based on India—likely referring to the Brahmic script, which we find in the Tarim basin. However, as for the local lord, the King of Agni, he is a little less charitable.  Xuanzang claimed he was brave but “lacked resourcefulness” and he was a bit of a braggart.  Furthermore, the country had “no guiding principles or discipline and government orders are imperfect and not seriously implemented.”  He also mentioned the state of Buddhism in the country, noting that they were followers of Sarvastivada school, a Theravada sect popular along the Silk Road at the time.  Xuanzang was apparently not too pleased with the fact that they were not strict vegetarians, including the “three kinds of pure meat”.  From Agni, Xuanzang continued southwest, heading for the kingdom of Kucha.  He seems to have bypassed the nearby kingdom of Korla, south of Agni, and headed some 60 or 70 miles, climbing over a ridge and crossing two large rivers, and then proceeding another 200 miles or so to the land of Kucha. Kucha was a kingdom with over one hundred monasteries and five thousand monks following a form of Theravada Buddhism.  Here, Xuanzang was welcomed in by the king, Suvarnadeva, described as having red hair and blue eyes.  While Xuanzang was staying in Kucha, it is suspected that he probably visited the nearby Kizil grotto and the Buddhist caves, there, which include a painting of King Suvarnadeva's father, King Suvarnapuspa, and his three sons. You can still visit Kucha and the Kizil grottos today, although getting there is quite a trek, to be sure.  The ancient Kuchean capital is mostly ruins, but in the Kizil caves, protected from the outside elements, you can find vivid paintings ranging from roughly the 4th to the 8th century, when the site was abandoned.  Hundreds of caves were painted, and many still demonstrate vibrant colors.  The arid conditions protect them from mold and mildew, while the cave itself reduces the natural bleaching effect of sunlight.  The paintings are in numerous styles, and were commissioned by various individuals and groups over the years.  They also give us some inkling of how vibrant the city and similar structures must have been, back when the Kuchean kingdom was in its heyday. The people of Kucha are still something of a mystery.  We know that at least some of them spoke an Indo-European language, related to a language found in Agni, and both of these languages are often called Tocharian, which we discussed last episode.  Xuanzang himself noted that they used Indian writing, possibly referring to the Brahmi script, or perhaps the fact that they seem to have used Sanskrit for official purposes, such as the inscription on the cave painting at Kizil giving the name of King Suvarnapuspa.  The Kucheans also were clothed in ornamental garments of silk and embroidery.  They kept their hair cut, wearing a flowing covering over their heads—and we see some of that in the paintings. Xuanzang also notes that though we may think of this area as a desert, it was a place where rice and grains, as well as fruit like grapes, pomegranates, plums, pears, peaches, and almonds were grown.  Even today, modern Xinjiang grows some absolutely fantastic fruit, including grapes, which are often dried into raisins. Another point of interest for Xuanzang may have been that Kucha is known as the hometown of none other than Kumarajiva.  We first mentioned Kumarajiva back in episode 84.  Kumarajiva was one of the first people we know of who translated many of the sutras from India that were then more widely disseminated throughout the Yellow River and Yangzi river basins.  His father was from India and his mother was a Kuchean princess.  In the middle of the 4th century, when he was still quite young, he traveled to India and back with his mother on a Buddhist pilgrimage.  Later he would start a massive translation project in Chang'an.  His translations are credited with revolutionizing Chinese Buddhism. Xuanzang was initially welcomed by the king, his ministers, and the revered monk, Moksagupta.  They were accompanied by several thousand monks who set up tents outside the eastern gate, with portable Buddha images, which they worshipped, and then Xuanzang was taken to monastery after monastery until sunset.  At one of the monasteries, in the southeast of the city, there were several tens of monks who originally came from Gaochang, and since Xuanzang had come from there, they invited him to stay with them. The next day he met and feasted with the King, politely declining any meat, and then went to the monastery in the northwest to meet with the famous monk: Moksagupta.  Moksagupta himself had made the journey to India, and had spent 20 years there himself.  It seems like this would have been the perfect person for Xuanzang to talk to about his plans, but instead, the two butted heads.  Moksagupta seems to have seen Xuanzang's Mahayana faith as heretical.  He saw no reason for Xuanzang to travel all the way to India when he had all the sutras that anyone needed there in Kucha, along with Moksagupta himself.   Xuanzang's response seems to have been the Tang dynasty Buddhist version of “Okay, Boomer”, and then he went ahead and tore apart Moksagupta's understanding of his own sutras—or so Xuanzang relayed to his biographers.  We don't exactly have Moksagupta's side, and, let's face it, Xuanzang and his biographers are not necessarily reliable narrators.  After all, they followed Mahayana teachings, which they considered the “Greater Vehicle”, and they referred to the Theravada teachings as the “Hinayana” or “Lesser Vehicle”.  Meanwhile, Theravada Buddhists likely saw many of the Mahayana texts as extraneous, even heretical, not believing them to actually be the teachings of the Buddha. It must have been winter time, as the passes through the mountains on the road ahead were still closed, and so Xuanzang stayed in Kucha, spending his time sightseeing and meeting with various people.  He even went back to see Moksagupta, but the older monk shunned him, and would get up and exit the room rather than engaging with him, so they had no more conversations. Eventually, Xuanzang continued on his way west, following along the northern rim of the Tarim basin.  Two days out from Kucha, disaster struck.  Some two thousand or so Turkish bandits suddenly appeared—I doubt Xuanzang was counting, so it may have been more or less.  I imagine that memories of what had happened to the merchants near Agni must have gone through Xuanzang's mind.   Fortunately, for him, they were fighting over loot that they had pillaged from various travelers, and since they couldn't share it equally, they fell to fighting each other and eventually dispersed. He travelled for almost 200 miles after that, stopping only for a night at the Kingdom of Baluka, aka Gumo—the modern city of Aksu.  This was another Theravada Buddhist kingdom.  Xuanzang noted tens of Buddhist temples, and over 1000 Buddhist monks.  The country was not large—about 200 miles east to west and 100 miles north to south.  For reference that means it was probably comparable in size with Kyushu, in terms of overall area, or maybe the size of Denmark—excluding Greenland—or maybe the US state of Maryland.  Xuanzang described the country as similar to Kucha in just about every way, including the written language and law, but the spoken language was different, though we don't get many more details. From Baluka, he crossed northward through the Tianshan mountains, which are classified as an extension of the Pamirs known as the Ice Mountains.  Had he continued southwest, he would have hit Kashgar and crossed over between the Pamir and Tian Shan ranges into the Ferghana valley, but instead he turned north. We don't know exactly why he took this perilous option, but the route that may have been popular at the time as it was one of the most direct routes to the seat of the Western Gokturk Empire, which he was currently traveling through. The Tian Shan mountains were a dangerous journey.  Avalanches could block the road—or worse.  Xuanzang describes the permanent ice fields—indeed, it is the ice fields and glaciers of the Tian Shan that melt in the summer and provide the oasis towns of the Tarim Basin with water, even to this day.  In Xuanzang's day, those glaciers were likely even more prevalent than today, especially as they have been recorded as rapidly disappearing since 1961.  And where you weren't on snow and ice, the ground was probably wet and damp from the melt.  To keep warm, you would wear shoes over your shoes, along with heavy fur coats, all designed to reduce exposure. Xuanzang claims that 3 or 4 of every 10 people didn't survive the crossing—and that horses and oxen fared even worse.  Even if these numbers are an exaggeration, the message is clear:  This was a dangerous journey. After about seven days, Xuanzang came out of the mountains to the “Great Pure Lake”, the “Da Qing Hai”, also known as the Hot Sea or the Salt Sea, which likely refers to Issyk Kul.  The salt content, along with the great volume of water it possesses, means that the lake rarely freezes over, which is likely why it is seen as “hot” since it doesn't freeze when the fresh water nearby does.  This lake is the second largest mountain lake in the world, and the second deepest saltwater lake.  Traveling past the lake, he continued to Suyab, near modern Tokmok, in Kyrgyzstan, just west of the modern capital of Bishkek.  This was an old Sogdian settlement, and had since become the capital of the Western Gokturks.  Sogdians—like Xuanzang's guide, Vandak—were integral to the Gokturk kingdom. Their language was the lingua franca of the Silk Road, and at the time of the Gokturk Khaganate, it was also the official court language, and so when Xuanzang appeared at the court of the Great Khagan of the Western Gokturks, it was likely the language of diplomacy. When we think of Turkic people, many in the English speaking world think of Turkiye, and perhaps of the mighty Ottoman empire.  Some may think of Turkmenistan, Kazhakstan, Kyrgyzstan, or Uzbekistan, among others.  And of course, there are the Uyghur people in Xinjiang.  All of these people claim roots in the ancestral Turkic homeland in the Altai mountains, which sit largely in western Mongolia, north of China's Xinjiang region.  Much like the Xiongnu and the Mongols, they were pastoral nomads, moving their herds across the steppes, often covering great distances.  They would regularly move through different regions, perhaps returning each season, though sometimes not returning for years at a time.  They were often seen as barbarians by settled people living in cities, and yet their goods and horses were highly prized. Nomad and sedentary lifestyles would often collide.  Farmers would turn pastureland into fields, and when the nomadic people returned on their circuits, they would find walls and fences where there was once open land, and the people there would claim to “own” the land, a concept often foreign to people who were always on the move.  Nomadic people, such as the Gokturks, were not necessarily keeping vast libraries of records about themselves and their histories, and so much of what we get comes from external sources, which do not always have incredibly reliable narrators.  To many of the settled agriculturalists, groups like the Turks were marauders who raided their villages and farms.  They were a great bogeyman of the steppes, which required the firm hand of strong defenses to keep out—or so their opponents would want people to think. While they were known for their warfare, which incorporated their mobility, but they were keenly interested in trade, as well.  They understood the value of the trade routes and the various cities and states that they included in their empire.  Thus, the Sogdians and the Gokturks seem a natural fit: the Sogdians were more settled, but not entirely so, as demonstrated by their vast trade networks.  And the Sogdians also were part of the greater central Eurasian steppe culture, so the two cultures understood each other, to a degree.  They are even depicted similarly in art, with slight differences, such as long hair that was often associated with Turks over the Sogdians.  In some areas of the Gokturk empire, Sogdians would run the cities, while the Gokturks provided military aid and protection. Xuanzang's description of the people of Suyab, or the “City of Suye River”, doesn't pick out anyone in particular, and he even says that it was a place where traders of the Hu, or foreign, tribes from different countries mingle their abodes.  He mentions the people here as being called Suli, which is also the name given to the language—this may refer to “Sogdian” in general.  They write with an alphabet that is written vertically rather than horizontally—this may refer to a few scripts that were written this way, possibly based off Syriac or Aramaic alphabets that were adapted to Sogdian and other Iranian languages, but it isn't clear. We are told that the people dressed in felt and hemp clothing, with fur and “cotton” garments.  Their clothes fit tightly, and they kept their hair cut short, exposing the top of their heads—though sometimes they shaved it completely, tying a colored silk band around the forehead. He goes on to describe these people as greedy liars, possibly a reference to the mercantile nature of many of the people at the time. Something to note: The Turks of this time had not yet encountered Islam, which was just now starting to rise up in the Middle East.  The Prophet Muhammad is said to have been born around the end of the 6th century CE and was preaching in the early 7th century, though his teachings would begin to spread outward soon enough.  But that means that the Gokturks were not an Islamic empire.  Rather, their own traditions seem to have focused on the worship of Tengri, an Altaic personification of the universe, often simplified as a “sky god”.  Tengrism can be found amongst the Xiongnu, Mongols, and others, and it was the national religion of the Gokturks themselves, but there were many who also adopted other religions that they encountered, including Zoroastrianism, Christianity, Manichaeism, and Buddhism.  In fact, Xuanzang notes that the Turks he met in Suyab would not sleep or sit on beds made of wood because wood was thought to contain the spirit of fire, which he says they worshipped.  That sounds similar to Zoroastrian beliefs, where fire is associated with Ahura Mazda, who is also worshipped as a sky god.  These may have been beliefs inherited from their Eastern Iranian Sogdian partners. In Xuanzang's biography, we are given more details about his visit to Suyab.  Apparently, as he was headed to the city, he met a hunting party, which we are told was the retinue of Yehu Khan.  Hunting was an important part of life on the steppes, and it continued to be a favorite sport of the Gokturk nobility. Yehu Khan—possibly Yagbhu Khan, though that is up for some debate—is described as being dressed in a green silk robe, with his hair exposed, and wearing  a turban of white silk about ten feet long that wrapped his forehead and hung behind his back.  His “hunting” expedition wasn't just a couple of the guys.  It included about 200 officials, all with plaited hair and dressed in brocade robes—they weren't exactly out there roughing it.  He also had his soldiers, dressed in furs, felt, or fine woolen clothes, and there were so many cavalry that they stretched out of sight.  The Khan seemed pleased to meet Xuanzang, but his hunt was expected to last another couple of days, at least, so he sent an attendant named Dharmaja to take Xuanzang back to wait for the Khan to return. Three days later, Xuanzang was given an audience.  The khan was seated in a large yurt.  Xuanzang noted the seeming incongruity between the khan, sitting there in the tent, decorated with golden flowers, with the officials dressed in magnificent brocade garments sitting in two long rows in front of him and the armed guards behind him, compared to the simple felt walls of the tent. A ”yurt” is a common feature of nomadic life on the steppes.  It wasn't exactly a single person operation to haul them around, but they can be taken down and put up with relative ease.  And while yurts could be relatively simple, there are examples of much more elaborate structures.  There is little reason they couldn't be made larger, perhaps with some extra support.  In later centuries, there are examples of giant yurts that seem like real construction projects.  Use of tents, even in a city, where they had permanent palace buildings, was likely a means of retaining the nomadic steppe traditions, even while enjoying the benefits of city life. Whom exactly Xuanzang met with is a matter of debate.  His records seem to indicate that it was Tong Yabghu Qaghan of the Western Gokturk Khaganate, but other sources say that Tong Yabghu Qaghan died in 628, and the earliest Xuanzang could have been meeting with him was 630, two years later, so if that is the case, he must have met with Tong Yabghu's son, Si Yabghu Qaghan.  It is likely that Xuanzang, who was dictating his accounts years after, mentioned the Qaghan and then, when they looked up who it was, they simply made a mistake.  Remember, Xuanzang would have had everything translated through one or two languages.  He did know what he saw, however, and he recounted what he remembered. Tong Yabghu Qaghan oversaw the height of the Gokturk Qaghanate, and appears to have favored the Buddhist religion, though there were many different religions active in their territories at the time.  They oversaw an extremely cosmopolitan empire covering huge swaths of central Eurasia, including the lucrative silk road.  Xuanzang notes that at the court there were individuals from Gaochang and even a messenger from the Han—which is to say the Tang Empire.  One wonders if Xuanzang—or anyone at that time—realized just how tenuous the Khan'sposition was.  After Tong Yabghu's death, the Qaghanate would decline, and less than a decade later it would fall to the Tang dynasty, who took Suyab and made it their western outpost.  In fact, Suyab is thought to have been the birthplace, over a century later, of a young boy who would find a love of poetry.  That boy's name was Li Bai, or Ri Haku, in Japanese. He would become one of the most famous poets in Chinese history, and his poems were even known and studied in Japan.  And it was largely through Japanese study of Li Bai's poems that his works came to the English speaking world: first through Ernest Fenollosa, who had studied in Japan, and then by the celebrated Ezra Pound, who had used Ernest's notes to help with his own translations of the poems. This was, though, as I said, over a century after Xuanzang's journey.  At the time of our story, the Qaghan was throwing a feast, including Xuanzang and all of the foreign envoys.  Xuanzang comments on the food and drink—his hosts provided grape juice in lieu of wine, and cooked a special vegetarian feast just for him, while the other guests ate a feast of meat, such as veal, lamb, fish, and the like.  There was also the music of various regions along the Silk Road, which Xuanzang found to be catchy, but of course not as refined as the music he was used to, of course.  After dinner Xuanzang was asked to expound upon the Darma, largely about the basic principle that you should be kind to one another—I doubt he was getting into the deep mysteries of Buddhist philosophy. Xuanzang stuck around the court for three more days, during which time the Qaghan tried to get him to stay, but Xuanzang insisted that he had to make it to India.  And so the Qaghan relented.  He found men in his army who could translate for Xuanzang along his journey, and had letters of introduction written to at least as far as the state of Kapisa, in modern Afghanistan. And so, armed with the Qaghan's blessing and a fresh translator, Xuanzang struck out again.  They headed westward for over one hundred miles, eventually reaching Bingyul, aka the Thousand Springs.  This is the area where the Qaghan and his court would spend his summers, and the deer in the area were protected under his orders, so that they were not afraid of humans—which sounds similar to the situation with the deer in Nara.  Continuing on another fifty miles or so—the distances are approximate as Xuanzang's primary duty was not exactly to map all of this out—Xuanzang arrived at the city of Taras, in modern Kazakhstan, another place where the cultures of the Silk Road mixed and mingled.  Xuanzang didn't have much to say about Taraz, apparently, though it is one of the oldest cities in Transoxania, founded near the beginning of the Common Era.  A few miles south of there, Xuanzang reportedly found a village of re-settled ethnic Han that had been captured by the Gokturks and settled here.  They had adopted the dress and customs of the Turkic people, but continued to speak a version of Chinese. Southwest of that he reached the City of White Water, likely referring to Aksukent.  This is the same “Aksu” as the city in Xinjiang, both of which mean “White Water” in Turkic, but this one is in the south of Kazakhstan.  Xuanzang found the climate and products an improvement over what he had experienced in Taras.  Beyond that, he next arrived at the city of Gongyu, and then south again to Nujkend, and then traveling westward to the country of Chach, aka Tashkent.  Both Nujkend and Chach were large cities in nations of smaller, mostly autonomous city-states, which made up a lot of the political geography of Transoxania. I would note that Xuanzang's notes here are much more sparse than previously.  This may be because these were outside of the Tarim basin and therefore of less interest to individuals in the Tang empire.  Or perhaps he was just making his way more quickly and not stopping at every kingdom along the way. From Tashkent, he continued southeast to the Ferghana valley—the country of Feihan.  Oddly, this country doesn't appear in Xuanzang's biography, even though the Ferghana Valley seems to have been fairly well known back in the Tang Empire—it was known as the home of some of the best horses, which were one of its first major exports.  In fact, the Han dynasty even mounted a military expedition to travel to Ferghana just to obtain horses.  Xuanzang is oddly silent on this; however, he does talk about the fertile nature of the land.  He mentions that their language here is different from the lands he had been traveling through up to this point, and also points out that the people of the Ferghana valley were also visibly different from others in the area. From the Ferghana valley, Xuanzang headed west for about 300 miles or more to the land of Sutrushana—perhaps referring to the area of Ushrusana, with its capital of Bunjikat.  This country was also largely Sogdian, and described as similar to Tashkent.  From there, he traveled west through a great desert, passing skeletons, which were the only marker of the trail other than a view of the far off mountains.  Finally, they reached Samarkand, known as the country of “Kang” in Chinese, which was also the term used to mark Sogdians who claimed descent from the people of Samarkand. Samarkand is another of the ancient cities of Central Asia, and even today is the third largest city in modern Uzbekistan.  Human activity in the region goes back to the paleolithic era, and the city was probably founded between the 8th and 7th centuries BCE.  Samarkand was conquered by Alexander the Great, and during the Achaemenid Empire it was the capital of Sogdiana.  During Xuanzang's visit, Samarkand was described as an impenetrable fortress with a large population. For all of his travel, Samarkand was the first place Xuanzang notes as specifically not a Buddhist land.  In fact, there were two monasteries, suggesting that there had been Buddhists, but if any monks tried to stay there then the locals would chase them out with fire.  Instead, they worshipped fire—likely meaning Ahura Mazda and Zoroastrianism.  This leads to a story that I have to wonder about, given the reliability of our narrators. It is said that Xuanzang was met by the King with arrogance, but after staying the night Xuanzang was able to tell the King about Buddhism and its merits.  The king was intrigued, and asked to observe the Precepts, and treated Xuanzang with hospitality and respect.  So when two of Xuanzang's attendants went to the monasteries to worship, they were chased out with fire.  When the king heard about this, he had the people arrested and ordered their hands to be cut off.  Xuanzang could not bear to witness such suffering, however, and he intervened to have them spared.  So instead the king had them flogged and banished from the city.  Ever since then, all the people believed in Buddhism. Some parts of this strike true.  It was likely that the king would entertain this strange wanderer who had arrived with letters from the great Qaghan—that may have even explained why Xuanzang had been encouraged to make the dangerous journey to Suyab in the first place, so that he could obtain such permission.  And it would not be strange for the king to listen to his teachings.  If Xuanzang's attendants were attacked, that would have been a huge breach of hospitality, and however the King felt about it, he no doubt had to do something about it.  And so all of that sounds somewhat believable.  Does that mean everyone suddenly converted to Buddhism?  I don't know that I'm quite willing to go that far.  It is also likely that there were Buddhists there already, even if the majority religion was Zoroastrianism. From Samarkand, Xuanzang traveled farther southwest, to the country of Kasanna, which seems to have been the edge of what we might call Sogdiana.   According to his biographers, however, there was a little more to all of this.  Rather, he headed west to Kusanika.  Then he traveled to  Khargan, and further on to the country of Bukhara, and then to Vadi.  All of these were “An” in Chinese, which was the name element used for Sogdians from this region.  He then continued west to the country of Horismika, on the other side of the Amu Darya, aka the Oxus River of Transoxanian fame. From there he traveled further southwest, entering into the mountains.  The path here was often such that they had to travel single-file, and there was no food or water other than what you brought with you.  Eventually they came to a set of doors, known as the Iron Gate.  This was a Turkic fortress.  It was no doubt fortuitous that he had come from his meeting with the Qaghan, and likely had permission to pass through.  From there, they entered the country of Tukhara. As we noted in Episode 119, Tukhara was in the region of Bactria.  It was bordered by the Pamir range in the east, and the Persian empire in the west.  There were also the Great Snow Mountains in the south, likely referencing the Hindu Kush. Tukhara had been conquered by the Gokturks just within the past couple of decades, and Xuanzang notes that the country had been split into largely autonomous city-states as the local royalty had died without an heir many years before.  With the Gokturk conquest, it was now administered by Tardu Shad, the son of Tong Yabghu Qaghan.  “Shad” in this case was a local title. Here, Xuanzang's narrative gets a little dicey, especially between his biography and his records.  The records of the Western Regions denotes various countries in this area.  It is unclear if he traveled to all of them or is just recounting them from records he obtained.  He does give us at least an overview of the people and the region.  I would also note that this is one of the regions he visited, again, on his return trip, and so may have been more familiar with the region than those areas he had passed through from Suyab on down. For one thing, he notes that the language of the region was different from that of the “Suli”, which appears to refer to the Sogdians.  This was the old territory of the Kushan empire, and they largely spoke Bactrian.  Like Sogdian, it was another Eastern Iranian language, and they used an alphabet based largely on Greek, and written horizontally rather than vertically.  They also had their own coins. This region had plenty of Buddhist communities, and Xuanzang describes the cities and how many monasteries they had, though, again, it isn't clear if he actually visited all of them or not.  These are countries that Li Rongji translates as “Tirmidh”, “Sahaaniyan”, “Kharuun”, “Shuumaan”, etc. It does seem that Xuanzang made it to the capital city, the modern city Kunduz, Afghanistan. Xuanzang actually had something specific for the local Gokturk ruler, Tardu Shad.  Tardu Shad's wife was the younger sister of King Qu Wentai of Gaochang, whom we met last episode.  Qu Wentai had provided Xuanzang a letter for his younger sister and her husband.  Unfortunately, Xuanzang arrived to learn that the princess of Gaochang had passed away, and Tardu Shad's health was failing.  It does seem that Tardu Shad was aware of Xuanzang, however—a letter had already come from Qu Wentai to let them know that Xuanzang was on his way.  As I mentioned last episode, letters were an important part of how communities stayed tied together.  Of course, given the perils of the road, one assumes that multiple letters likely had to be sent just in case they didn't make it.  The US Postal Service this was not. Tardu Shad, though not feeling well, granted an interview with Xuanzang.  He suggested that Xuanzang should stick around.  Then, once the Shad had recovered from his illness, he would accompany Xuanzang personally on his trip to India.  Unfortunately, that was not to be.  While Xuanzang was staying there, he was witness to deadly drama.  Tardu Shad was recovering, which was attributed to the recitations by an Indian monk who was also there.  This outcome was not exactly what some in the court had wanted.  One of the Shad's own sons, known as the Tagin prince, plotted with the Shad's current wife, the young Khatun, and she poisoned her husband.  With the Shad dead, the throne might have gone to the son of the Gaochang princess, but he was still too young.  As such, the Tagin Prince was able to usurp the throne himself, and he married his stepmother, the young Khatun.  The funeral services for the late Tardu Shad meant that Xuanzang was obliged to stay at Ghor for over a month. During that time, Xuanzang had a seemingly pleasant interaction with an Indian monk.  And when he finally got ready to go, he asked the new Shad for a guide and horses.  He agreed, but also made the suggestion that Xuanzang should then head to Balkh.  This may have meant a bit of backtracking, but the Shad suggested that it would be worth it, as Balkh had a flourishing Buddhist community. Fortunately, there was a group of Buddhist monks from Balkh who happened to be in Kunduz to express their condolences at the passing of Tardu Shad, and they agreed to accompany Xuanzang back to their hometown, lest he end up getting lost and taking the long way there. The city of Balkh is also known as “Baktra”, as in “Bactria”, another name of this region.  A settlement has been there since at least 500 BCE , and it was already an important city when it was captured by Alexander the Great.  It sits at the confluence of several major trade routes, which no doubt were a big part of its success.  Xuanzang's biography notes that it was a massive city, though it was relatively sparsely populated—probably due to the relatively recent conquest by the Gokturks, which had occurred in the last couple of decades.  That said, there were still thousands of monks residing at a hundred monasteries in and around the city.  They are all characterized as monks of Theravada schools.  Southwest of the city was a monastery known as Navasamgharama, aka Nava Vihara, or “New Monastery”.  Despite its name, the monastery may have actually been much older, going back to the Kushan emperor Kaniska, in the 2nd century CE.  Ruins identified as this “New Monastery” are still visible south of Balkh, today. The monastery is described as being beautifully decorated, and it seems that it had a relic—one of the Buddha's teeth.  There are also various utensils that the Buddha is said to have used, as well.  The objects would be displayed on festival days.  North of the monastery there was a stupa more than 200 feet in height.  South of the monastery was a hermitage.  Each monk who studied there and passed away would have a stupa erected for them, as well.  Xuanzang notes that there were at around 700 memorial stupas, such that they had to be crammed together, base to base. It was here that Xuanzang met a young monk named Prajnaakara, who was already somewhat famous in India, and well-studied.  When questioned about certain aspects of Buddhism, Xuanzang was impressed by the monk's answers, and so stayed there a month studying with the young monk. Eventually, Xuanzang was ready to continue on his journey.  He departed Balkh towards the south, accompanying the teacher Prajnakara, and together they entered the Great Snow Mountains, aka the Hindu Kush.  This path was even more dangerous than the trip through the Tian Shan mountains to Suyab.   They eventually left the territory of Tukhara and arrived at Bamiyan.  Bamiyan was a kingdom in the Hindu Kush, themselves an extension of the Himalayan Mountain range.  It Is largely based around valley, home to the modern city of Bamyan, Afghanistan, which sits along the divide between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent.  Today it is a major center for individuals of the Hazara ethnic group, one of the main ethnic groups in Afghanistan, which is a multi-ethnic state that includes, today, the Pashtun, Hazara, Tajik, and Uzbek people, along with a number of smaller ethnic groups.  Today they largely reside in the mountainous areas of the Hindu Kush. Bamiyan made an impact on our protagonist.   Their language was slightly different from that in Tukhara, but using the same—or similar enough—writing system.  Buddhism was thriving in the capital, and we are told of a rock statue of the standing Buddha, over a hundred feet in height, along with a copper statue of the standing Buddha nearby.    There was also another reclining Buddha a mile or two down the road.  There were multiple monasteries with thousands of monks, and the ruler of that kingdom received Xuanzang well. Xuanzang wasn't the first monk to travel to Bamiyan from the Middle Kingdom—in this he was, perhaps unwittingly, on the trail of the monk Faxian.  Faxian likely did not see these statues, though, as we believe they were built in the 6th and early 7th century—at least the stone Buddha statues.  They were a famous worship site until February 2001, when the Taliban gave an order to destroy all of the statues in Afghanistan.  Despite this, they were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. Fortunately, we have images from before their destruction.  These statues were a blend of Greco-Buddhist and Gandharan art styles—appropriate as it stands between the Hellenistic area of Tukhara and the ancient region of Gandhara—including the modern city of Kandahar and into the Indus Valley region of Pakistan. Continuing east through the mountains, Xuanzang eventually came out at the kingdom of Kapisa.  This may have had its capital around modern-day Bagram, north of modern Kabul, but the country seems to have been quite large.  Kapisa over saw some tens of other countries, and it is thought that at one time its influence extended from Bamyan and Kandahar to the area of modern Jalalabad.  Their language was even more different than that of Tukhara, but they were still using the same writing system.  The king of Kapisa is said to have been of Suli ethnicity—which would seem to indicate that he was Sogdian, or at least descended from people of the Transoxanian region.    Xuanzang notes that the ruler, as rough and fiery as he is described—as a true warlord or similar—he nonetheless made a silver image of the Buddha, eighteen feet in height, every year.  He also gave charity to the poor and needy in an assembly that was called every five years.  There were over one hundred monasteries and some 6000 monks, per Xuanzang's recollection, and notably, they were largely following Mahayana teachings. For the most part the monks that Xuanzang had encountered on this journey were Theravada—Xuanzang refers to them as “Hinayana”, referring to the “Lesser Vehicle” in contrast to Xuanzang's own “Mahayana”, or “Greater Vehicle”.  “Theravada” refers to the “way of the elders” and while Mahayana Buddhism largely accepts the sutras of Theravada Buddhism, there are many Mahayana texts that Theravada Buddhists do not believe are canonical.  We discussed this back in Episode 84. There was apparently a story of another individual from the Yellow River being sent as a hostage to Kapisa when it was part of the Kushan Empire, under Kanishka or similar.  Xuanzang recounts various places that the hostage, described as a prince, lived or visited while in the region.  Xuanzang's arrival likely stirred the imagination of people who likely knew that the Tang were out there, but it was such a seemingly impossible distance for most people.  And yet here was someone who had traveled across all of that distance.  One of the monasteries that claimed to have been founded because of that ancient Han prince invited Xuanzang to stay with them.  Although it was a Theravada monastery, Xuanzang took them up on the offer, both because of the connection to someone who may have been his countryman, but also because of his traveling companion, Prajnakara, who was also a Theravada monk, and may not be comfortable staying at a Mahayana monastery. Xuanzang spends a good deal of ink on the stories of how various monasteries and other sites were founded in Kapisa and the surrounding areas.  He must have spent some time there to accumulate all of this information.  It is also one of the places where he seems to have hit at least twice—once on the way to India, and once during his return journey. The King of Kapisa is said to have been a devotee of Mahayana Buddhism.  He invited Xuanzang and Prajnakara to come to a Mahayana monastery to hold a Dharma gathering.  There they met with several leading figures in the monastery, and they discussed different theories.  This gathering lasted five days, and at the end, the king offered Xuanzang and the other monks five bolts of pure brocade and various other gifts.  Soon thereafter, the monk Prajnakara was invited back to Tukhara, and so he and Xuanzang parted ways. And it was about time for Xuanzang to continue onwards as well.  From Kapisa, he would travel across the “Black Range” and into Lampaka.  This may refer to the area of Laghman or Jalalabad.  Today, this is in modern Afghanistan, but for Xuanzang, this would have been the northwestern edge of India.  He was almost there. And so are we, but we'll save his trip into India for next episode. Until then thank you for listening and for all of your support. If you like what we are doing, please tell your friends and feel free to rate us wherever you listen to podcasts.  If you feel the need to do more, and want to help us keep this going, we have information about how you can donate on Patreon or through our KoFi site, ko-fi.com/sengokudaimyo, or find the links over at our main website,  SengokuDaimyo.com/Podcast, where we will have some more discussion on topics from this episode. Also, feel free to reach out to our Sengoku Daimyo Facebook page.  You can also email us at the.sengoku.daimyo@gmail.com.  Thank you, also, to Ellen for their work editing the podcast. And that's all for now.  Thank you again, and I'll see you next episode on Sengoku Daimyo's Chronicles of Japan.

Future Foos First Episode With YNG CHACH!

Today we talked to Young Chach. Young Chach is a rapper born and raised in Oxnard CA. He is a gang member and a productive member of society who has lived quite a life. Make sure to support him on his rap career and beyond. Guest: @Yng_Chach Host: @Frank_Downstar Supported by: @Downstar @Downstar_Skate ​ Downstarinc.com HyperURL.co/Downstar @DowntimeWithDownstar

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En este episodio #146 tenemos como gran invitado a Chachín Salas quien regresa por segunda vez y nos cuenta acerca de la pinchi putiza, volver Pro a Mario Durón, acerca de el 4to aniversario de la pinchi putiza, grabando otro video y corregir errores de grabación en ese video, nuevo proyecto en puerta... Eso y mas X Efecto Ollie

Antenados #208 - Danilo Gobatto conversa com José Rubens Chachá e Caio Paduan sobre a nova montagem de “Palhaços”, em cartaz no Teatro Opus Frei Caneca, em São Paulo! Tem também um bate papo com Tim Bernardes e Biel Basile sobre o retorno do Terno e o encerramento da turnê de “Atrás/Além”! Apresentação e produção: Danilo Gobatto. Sonorização: Cayami Martins

A few years ago, Jim Bachor was hit by a “tsunami” of projects when he began filling city potholes with small mosaics. He's since filled more than 100 potholes in Chicago with images of everything from hot sauce packets to tiny replicas of famous paintings to the Chicago flag. He just opened a gallery in Uptown.Host - Jon HansenReporters - Iridian Fierro, Kayleigh Padar, Maxwell Evans, Shamus ToomeyStory Links:Artist Famous For Filing Potholes With Tiny Mosaics Opens Gallery In UptownBad Internet Service? Take This Survey To Help State Bring Better Broadband To Your AreaNew Pickleball Emporium SPF Offers Indoor Getaway In Lincoln Park  To read more on this and other stories, head to BlockClubChicago.org New Goal Update:Block Club Chicago is participating in NewsMatch, an annual campaign that aims to bolster support of nonprofit newsrooms across the nation and fill the gaps news deserts have left.Block Club has participated in the national NewsMatch campaign every year since we launched. The campaign matched donations dollar to dollar to our newsroom. But because of our newsroom's growth (thanks to you!) and the growth of nonprofit news, our newsroom doesn't qualify for matching support from foundations this year.Our newsroom is a recipient of the DEI Partner Fund supported by the Knight Foundation and Heising-Simons Foundation. They are generously donating $8,000 that will contribute to our year-end donation goal.On November 1, we set an ambitious goal to raise $20,000 and reached it in 20 days thanks to the generous support of our readers. We're moving the meter to see if we can double ourinitialgoal by December 31.Every time we've asked for your support, you've never let us down. Help us reach our new goal of $40,000.We're also looking for donors to match their contribution to help us raise even more money from participating in NewsMatch. Offering a match is a powerful tool for our newsroom because it incentivizes other readers to give. The more money we raise, the more we can reinvest in putting reporters on the ground and covering the stories that matter most to you.No donation is too small to match. If you're interested in matching your donation, please reach out to Maple Walker Lloyd at maple@blockclubchi.org.

PRAZER EM CONHECÊ-LO - 02.03.2024 Apresentador: Brancato Neto Convidado: José Rubens Chachá Sábado, às 08h00. RÁDIO 9 DE JULHO, Oração, Formação e Informação! Site oficial: https://radio9dejulho.com.br Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Radio9deJulho Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radio9dejulho

First Dizzle talks about how TurboTax leads users on as if their program is free and after an hour of entering your tax info you find out you have to pay. Next Hollywood digs into the Zyns and how Chuck Schumer is targeting a company that not harming people but giving them a healthier option. Also, Chach talks about your internal monologue and people who don't have one. Last Boogie hit us with the Canadian world junior hockey team facing sexual assault charges. Click HERE to follow our social links Click Here to submit a random story Music by: Eric MayleekAlso check out - Swurl.io If it wasn't for them we wouldn't have thought about doing this.

First,  Dizzle talks about Instacart's new smart shopping cart investment. For people who like going to the grocery store, you can select all your groceries online go to the store and the cart will navigate around the store to all your selected items. It even suggests things you should buy and you check out right at the cart.  Next Hollywood digs into why China is working on a new mutated Covid strain with a 100% dead rate. Then Boogie talks about the Alaskan airline flight full of passengers and the door just blows right off. Last our new co-host Chach digs into the artist Mos Def interview on the "Cutting Room Floor" podcast.  The number one question. Is Drake HipHop?Click HERE to follow our social links Click Here to submit a random story Music by: Eric MayleekAlso check out - Swurl.io If it wasn't for them we wouldn't have thought about doing this.

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!In today's episode, hosts Chach and Jay react to Jay's latest venture—a "Bad Cereal Review" video. Tune in as they explore the world of questionable cereal choices and share their humorous takes on the taste test. Transitioning to a more educational segment, Chach and Jay then challenge their knowledge of Thanksgiving history with a fun and interactive quiz. Join the hosts as they navigate through questions about the origins and traditions of this iconic holiday, providing insights and banter along the way.Articles and Videos Referenced:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hcVN9Jt-NE&t=132shttps://play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/thanksgiving-quizhttps://play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/thanksgiving-quiz

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Chach and Jay kick things off with an in-depth discussion of the newly released Five Nights at Freddy's Movie, sharing their thoughts on its adaptation from the popular video game series. The duo then shifts gears to Hollywood, addressing the end of the recent actor's strike and its implications for the industry. The controversy surrounding the shutdown of Omegle takes center stage, with Chach and Jay examining the broader implications of the popular online chat platform's closure. They also provide updates on the alarming Hawaiian wildfire situation, bringing attention to the environmental concerns. Reacting to the latest developments in the political landscape, the hosts share their insights on the third Republican debate. In a surprising turn of events, Chach and Jay explore the peculiar story of a North Carolinian dentist who's making headlines by giving out Glocks with Invisalign treatments.

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's special throwback episode, Jay, Chach, and special guest Christian share crazy stories about funerals, more poop stories, and other insane tales. Make sure to subscribe for more poop stories and cop-out episodes.

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Chach and Jay provide a movie review of "The Creator." Moving on to global affairs, they discuss the ongoing Gaza-Israel conflict initiated by Palestinian militant groups. In the realm of U.S. politics, they explore the intriguing possibility of former President Donald Trump becoming the Speaker of the House. The episode takes a darker turn as they examine the unsettling case of the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Colorado. In the gaming world, Chach and Jay discuss the Minecraft 2023 Mob Vote and growing dissatisfaction within the community. Wrapping it up, they touch on the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro's new features and reported issues.Articles and videos referenced:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/October_2023_Gaza−Israel_conflicthttps://www.wikiwand.com/en/October_2023_Gaza−Israel_conflicthttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-10-07/hamas-attack-israel-declares-state-of-war-what-conflict-in-gaza-meanshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvuYfT6xOXAhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2023/10/05/trump-says-hell-travel-to-d-c-next-week-as-house-decides-on-new-speaker/71074434007/https://www.poynter.org/fact-checking/2023/will-donald-trump-be-new-speaker-house-representatives/https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-house-speaker-vote-kevin-mccarthy-1831923https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/donald-trump-breaks-silence-on-being-speaker-of-the-house/ar-AA1hHoZ2https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/rep-ken-buck-shuts-down-idea-of-trump-as-next-house-speaker/ar-AA1hSW2qhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/colorado-green-funeral-home-under-investigation-after-disturbing-discovery-of-over-115-decaying-bodies/ar-AA1hOikdhttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/funeral-home-green-burials-colorado-investigation-bodies-rcna119159https://www.forbes.com/sites/willskipworth/2023/10/06/at-least-115-improperly-stored-bodies-found-at-green-funeral-home-colorado-police-say/https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/us/police-found-115-bodies-at-colorado-green-funeral-home-while-investigating-putrid-smells/ar-AA1hND5Ghttps://nypost.com/2023/10/06/police-find-at-least-115-bodies-at-colorado-green-funeral-home-under-investigation/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qinK4MWKychttps://www.ign.com/wikis/minecraft/Minecraft_2023_Mob_Votehttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/minecraft-players-are-starting-to-get-sick-of-mob-votes/ar-AA1hOqichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qjnB2uZMqw

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Chach and Jay kick things off with a deep dive into the long-standing mystery surrounding Tupac Shakur's murder, discussing the arrest of Duane Davis, also known as Keffe D, and the groundbreaking indictment detailing his alleged involvement. Shifting gears, they pay tribute to the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, exploring her legacy and the speculation surrounding her potential replacement. In addition, they highlight the narrowly avoided government shutdown and its impact, before providing their insightful reaction to the second GOP debate. Chach and Jay also share their reactions to Meta Connect, Meta's tech conference, discussing the latest innovations and developments showcased at this influential event. Like, comment, and subscribe to The Southern-ish Podcast for more captivating content!Articles and videos referenced:https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/an-arrest-has-been-made-in-tupac-shakurs-killing-heres-what-we-know-about-the-case/https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/duane-keffe-d-davis-charged-with-murder-in-tupac-shakurs-1996-drive-by-shooting-death/ar-AA1hsiKqhttps://news.yahoo.com/arrest-tupac-shakur-murder-case-140041570.htmlhttps://www.etonline.com/tupac-shakur-duane-keffe-d-davis-indicted-on-murder-charge-in-1996-drive-by-shooting-212269https://www.mensjournal.com/news/duane-keffe-d-davis-memoir-tupac-murderhttps://www.cnn.com/2023/09/30/us/tupac-shakur-killing-suspect-arrested-what-we-know/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/sep/30/tupac-shakur-las-vegas-unsolved-murder-hip-hop-legendhttps://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/home-searched-tupac-shakur-murder-investigation-source/story?id=101431787https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/congress-avoided-a-government-shutdown-what-happens-next/ar-AA1hx5Fjhttps://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/30/government-shutdown-live-updates-congress-faces-funding-deadline.htmlhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/congress-passes-45-day-funding-bill-to-avert-government-shutdown/ar-AA1huMx3https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/congress-avoids-government-shutdown-but-us-could-face-another-in-45-days-what-that-could-mean-for-florida/https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/9/30/23897362/federal-shutdown-deal-house-bill-mccarthy-republicanshttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/live-blog/live-updates-government-shutdown-set-begin-midnight-rcna118172https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/01/politics/congress-spending-bill-government-open/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/government-shutdown-deadline-09-29-23/index.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRq75gLcy-khttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhQJRA62DX8&pp=ygUWbWV0YSBjb25uZWN0IDIwMjMgY25ldA%3D%3D

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode of the Southern-ish podcast, Chach and Jay delve into the profound exploration of what it means to be an artist and share their post-college plans, offering a glimpse into their creative aspirations and future endeavors. The hosts also dissect Apple's highly anticipated "Wonderlust" event, which unveiled the groundbreaking iPhone 15 with its revolutionary capabilities, providing tech enthusiasts with a glimpse into the future of mobile technology. In a truly out-of-this-world segment, they discuss the astonishing revelation of two alien corpses presented to the Mexican Congress, diving into the implications and speculations surrounding this extraordinary discovery.Articles and videos referenced:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9JblG0O3Iohttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/alleged-aliens-corpses-displayed-to-mexican-congress-did-not-convince-scientists-180982900/https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2023-09-14/mexico-mummified-alien-corpses-debunked/102854310https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buhwOR-kRsI

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode of the Southern-ish podcast, Chach and Jay discuss Bethesda's highly anticipated new game, "Starfield," delving into what players can expect from this sci-fi adventure. The hosts also dissect Apple's latest event, "Wonderlust," and offer insights into the tech giant's future plans and innovations. In addition, they provide updates on the new COVID variant and its potential impact on the ongoing pandemic. Finally, they dive into Bill Gates' mosquito project, discussing the implications of his philanthropic efforts to combat diseases spread by these insects.Articles and videos referenced:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starfield%28videogame%29 https://store.steampowered.com/app/1716740/Starfield/https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/apple-event-2023-anticipation-builds-for-the-iphone-15-and-beyond/ar-AA1gtrCNhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/23/09/05/apple-iphone-15-countdown-apples-wanderlust-youtube-event-page-is-now-livehttps://www.cnn.com/2023/09/10/tech/apple-wonderlust-iphone-15-event/index.html https://abcnews.go.com/Health/new-covid-variant-ba286-now-5-states/story?id=102858143https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/covid-eg5-eris-latest-coronavirus-strain https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/do-the-new-covid-variants-have-different-symptoms-doctors-explain/ar-AA1gsdSxhttps://interestingengineering.com/science/bill-gates-backed-firm-to-release-150k-gene-hacked-mosquitoes-in-florida

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Chach and Jay discuss the recent arrest of Trump and the implications it carries, shedding light on the unfolding events. They also dive into Trump's decision to skip the GOP debate and react to the highlights and controversies from the debate. In a fun twist, they challenge themselves to see how many dog breeds they can name, showcasing their knowledge and love for our furry friends in honor of National Dog Day. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to The Southern-ish Podcast for more captivating content!Articles and videos referenced:https://news.yahoo.com/donald-trumps-campaign-says-raised-131657397.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2023/08/24/politics/donald-trump-surrender-fulton-county-jail-criminal-case/index.htmlhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/booking-photo-of-donald-trump-made-public-after-arrest-in-georgia-election-case/ar-AA1fK8Kghttps://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/24/donald-trump-to-be-arrested-in-georgia-live-updates.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_46XD-irRUhttps://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/which-dog-breed-is-which/https://twitter.com/TuckerCarlson/status/1694513603251241143?s=20

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, hosts Chach and Jay discuss the recent drama surrounding Linus Tech Tips, examining accusations of false information and a hostile workplace. They also explore the resurgence of clear plastic casing around technology and its implications for design and aesthetics. The hosts speculate on the possibility of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg fighting in an MMA match, adding an unexpected twist to their discussions. Additionally, they delve into Elon Musk's decision to remove the block feature off of X (Twitter), examining the impact on online interactions. The hosts react to Oliver Anthony's viral song "Rich Men North Of Richmond" and share their thoughts on the track's popularity. Lastly, they discuss Disney's decision to shut down their Singapore VFX studio responsible for creating the Clone Wars series and Bad Batch, exploring the consequences for the animation industry.Articles and videos referenced:https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/former-linus-tech-tips-employee-madison-reeve-incites-more-drama-with-toxic-workplace-allegations/ar-AA1fpaRPhttps://www.tweaktown.com/news/92892/linus-tech-tips-stops-video-production-after-posting-an-apology-amid-ongoing-controversy/index.htmlhttps://www.dexerto.com/tech/linus-tech-tips-controversy-explained-gamers-nexus-video-ex-employee-accusations-2254115/https://medium.com/@sushantvohra/why-were-falling-back-in-love-with-clear-tech-c26e0c7217cchttps://nypost.com/2023/08/20/mma-champs-offer-to-train-elon-musk-for-cage-match-with-zuckerberg/https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2023/08/07/musk-vs-zuckerberg-fight-latest-height-weight-net-worth/70542568007/https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/elon-musk-seeks-epic-location-in-italy-to-fight-mark-zuckerberg-but-colosseum-ruled-out/ar-AA1f9TZ6https://deadline.com/2023/08/mark-zuckerberg-elon-musk-cage-fight-rome-colosseum-1235460239/https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/elon-musk-and-mark-zuckerberg-still-want-to-cage-fight-and-livestream-it/ar-AA1eTtaOhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/mark-zuckerberg-says-it-s-time-to-move-on-from-the-elon-musk-fight/ar-AA1fdPLihttps://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/elon-musk-calls-mark-zuckerberg-a-chicken-after-meta-founder-suggests-to-move-on-from-fight/ar-AA1feulLhttps://www.republicworld.com/business-news/international-business/elon-musk-contemplates-removal-of-block-feature-on-x-articleshow.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/18/elon-musk-says-x-users-will-be-losing-the-ability-to-block-content-.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/aug/19/blocking-feature-to-be-removed-from-former-twitter-platform-x-says-muskhttps://www.today.com/popculture/music/oliver-anthony-rich-men-north-of-richmond-song-meaning-rcna100667https://www.newyorker.com/news/our-columnists/a-close-listen-to-rich-men-north-of-richmondhttps://youtu.be/sqSA-SY5Hrohttps://deadline.com/2023/08/lucasfilm-closing-singapore-hub-after-two-decades-1235519680/

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!In today's episode, Chach and Jay discuss updates on the Hawaii wildfire, providing insights into the ongoing situation. They also dive into the curious case of Lil Tay's fake death and react to Tom Macdonald's powerful song "American Flags." The hosts explore the controversial use of deepfaking technology in music videos, analyzing the implications of recreating the late Juice WRLD's face and John Lennon's voice through AI. Lastly, they delve into the shifting economic landscape as Russia replaces McDonald's in the wake of the Russian-Ukrainian war.Articles and videos referenced: https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/11/us/hawaii-wildfire-threat-invs/index.htmlhttps://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/hawaii-fires-questions-arise-over-inadequate-response-as-death-toll-rises-to-93-latest-updates/ar-AA1fduyWhttps://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/who-is-the-late-rapper-lil-tay-s-brother-jason-tian-family-death-shook-the-internet-101691631227065.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/lil-tay-viral-death-claim-confusion-skepticism-rcna99387https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/tom-macdonald-american-flags-billboard-number-one/https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-61774475https://nypost.com/2022/07/05/russians-served-moldy-burgers-in-mcdonalds-replacements/

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode of the Southern-ish podcast Chach and Jay delve into the recent allegations of a hostile workplace environment against Lizzo, sparking discussions on workplace culture. They then explore the age-old question of term limits for congress members, discussing the implications and potential solutions. Additionally, they dissect Devon Archer's testimony on his work with Hunter Biden, shedding light on the controversies surrounding it. The hosts also provide insights on Trump's third indictment and the ongoing concerns about election corruption. Lastly, they uncover a shocking illegal lab containing COVID-19 in California, discussing its potential impact on public health.Articles and Videos referenced:https://www.vox.com/culture/2023/8/3/23819049/lizzo-sexual-harassment-lawsuit-dancers-hostile-work-environmenthttps://oversight.house.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Devon-Archer-Transcript.pdfhttps://apnews.com/article/trump-indicted-jan-6-investigation-special-counsel-debb59bb7a4d9f93f7e2dace01feccdchttps://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3230072/illegal-california-medical-warehouse-investigated-housing-possible-pathogenshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DkU6TE1-zY&pp=ygUYbWl0Y2ggbWNjb25uZWxsIGZyZWV6aW5nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRk1aV6cuh8&pp=ygUbZGlhbm5lIGZlaW5zdGVpbiBqdXN0IHNheSBp

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Jay and Chach dive into the recent congressional hearing about the existence of UFOs and aliens, discussing the implications of the findings. They also delve into the shocking news of Bronny James's heart attack and its potential impact on the next generation in the post-COVID era. In addition, they examine work environments and why Gen-Z tends to dislike jobs, shedding light on the evolving workforce trends.Articles and Videos referenced:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnG4Mfak-Oc

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!In this episode, hosts Chach and Jay delve into the aftermath of the tornado that devastated Rocky Mount, NC, shedding light on the community's challenges and resilience. The hosts also explore Twitter's rebrand to "X" and the fall from popularity of Instagram's competitor to Twitter, "Threads." Additionally, they discuss the controversy surrounding Jason Aldean's song "Try That in a Small Town" and the reactions it has sparked. Finally, they speculate on the possibility of Apple buying Disney and its potential implications on the entertainment industry.Articles and Videos referenced:https://abc11.com/pfizer-north-carolina-tornado-damage-nc-rocky-mount-ceo-albert-bourla/13529565/https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/19/weather/north-carolina-tornado-pfizer-climate/index.htmlhttps://abcnews.go.com/Business/rebranded-twitter/story?id=101605679https://www.digitaltrends.com/social-media/threads-users-falling-away-in-large-numbers-data-suggests/#:~:text=On%20its%20best%20day%20on%20July%207%2C%20a,million%2C%20according%20to%20research%20by%20analytics%20firm%20SimilarWebhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-news/jason-aldean-try-that-in-a-small-town-streams-up-controversy-1235543896/https://fandomwire.com/disney-ceo-reportedly-planning-to-sell-disney-to-apple-after-projecting-800m-loss/

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On this episode, Chach and Jay review the new Jim Caviezel movie "Sound of Freedom," discuss the Hollywood writers and actors strike affecting movie and TV show production, explore Canada's ban of news outlets on Meta's platforms, and talk about the speculation of World War 3 with South Korea firing a missile. They also touch on the alarming news of the Chinese military training kindergartners for combat. Tune in for an informative and engaging discussion on current events. Like, comment, and subscribe for more content!Articles and Videos referenced:https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2023/jul/15/actors-writer-strike-stop-hollywood-what-movies-tvhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9hLGqxtGbQ&pp=ygURYWN0b3Igc3RyaWtlIGFkYW0%3Dhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CuvHSzeMiz1/?igshid=OGIzYTJhMTRmYQ%3D%3Dhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/us-south-korea-japan-hold-missile-defence-drill-after-north-s-icbm-launch/ar-AA1dUUpU?OCID=ansmsnnews11https://www.themainewire.com/2023/07/exclusive-the-chinese-military-is-training-kindergarteners-for-war-in-bootcamps-across-the-country/#:~:text=The%20Chinese%20military%20is%20training%20kindergarteners%20to%20handle%20firearms%20and,the%20Daily%20Caller%20News%20Foundation

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Chach and Jay discuss the recent scandal in the White House involving the discovery of cocaine on the premises, shedding light on the implications and potential consequences. They also explore the highly anticipated new Indiana Jones sequel, "Indiana Jones: The Dial of Destiny", sharing their thoughts and expectations for the beloved franchise. In addition, they uncover the commercially successful yet lesser-known movie "Sound of Freedom" starring Jim Caviezel, delving into why it has been hidden from mainstream media attention. The hosts then shift gears to discuss Instagram's new social media platform, "Threads", and its potential impact on the ever-evolving world of social networking. Lastly, they touch on the upcoming album "Post Human: Nex Gen" by the band Bring Me The Horizon, providing insights and anticipation for their fans.Articles and Videos referenced:https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/white-house-cocaine-west-wing-secret-service-investigation/https://twitter.com/SteveGuest/status/1676631125324693508https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rt0kp4VW1cI&pp=ygUYc291bmQgb2YgZnJlZWRvbSB0cmFpbGVyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLLQTokfFU8&t=54shttps://about.fb.com/news/2023/07/introducing-threads-new-app-text-sharing/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFR42UnAI4o

⚡ Watch our show on YouTube!On today's episode, Chach and Jay explore the recent disaster surrounding the Titan submarine implosion, uncovering the details and analyzing the tragic events. They then turn their attention to the latest updates on Hunter Biden's allegations of tax fraud and illegal gun ownership, shedding light on the unfolding story. In a surprising twist, they speculate on the possibility of a UFC showdown between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, discussing the potential outcome and implications. Lastly, they delve into the drama surrounding Activision's games and their recent boycott, specifically focusing on the controversies involving Call of Duty YouTubers.Articles and Videos referenced:https://www.insider.com/missing-titanic-tourist-sub-everything-we-know-so-far-2023-6https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0D-0I5DcVY&t=30shttps://apnews.com/article/hunter-biden-charges-what-to-know-31ad4a0df292754131e799de2c089fd1https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/lawyer-of-kodak-black-rips-hunter-biden-deahttps://www.vox.com/culture/2023/6/23/23771769/musk-zuckerberg-cage-match-fight-ufc-mma

In today's episode, in honor of Father's Day, Chach and Jay reflect on their own readiness to become parents, sharing personal stories and exploring the joys and challenges of fatherhood. They also provide a heartfelt reaction to the recent tragic mass shooting that occurred on Juneteenth, delving into the impact on the affected communities and discussing potential solutions. Additionally, they discuss the recent indictment of former President Trump and delve into his response to the charges, offering their insights and analysis. To top it off, they dive into the controversy surrounding the new My Little Mermaid remake, dissecting the bad reviews and sharing their perspectives on the film.

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Luvers!! I'd love the opportunity to take you on a short hour-long ride. This session is filled with gorgeous vocals with Afro-Tech vibes, some alternative techy vocal tracks, some classic house re-rubs with fresh & modern instrumentals, and a few covers or house bootlegs of popular songs. This session was finished after two attempts at the end of July 2022 and was never released. It was for my friend, Andrew's internet show with a South African audience. We've chatted and I'll be making a special session for this June's release on his show. He shared that his fanbase is more interested in Toronto house music classics from 1985-2008 or so. I'll be obliging with some special re-rubs and a few new tracks to give it the right feel. I'm honoured to be invited and am very interested in the responses from them.I hope that you've been well and are living each day with purpose and positivity. I hope that you're surrounded by those who love you, know you, don't judge you, and support you. I hope that you're enjoying the spring weather and are bathing in that beautiful sunshine.Thank you for stopping by to where house lives. Let these sounds bathe you in joy and happiness. Let the music move you. Until another time dear friends. Ciao from your friendly neighbourhood Chinaman.Image Credit: Thank you to my oldest daughter, Grace for this super cute sketch. I added a filter for the background colour. I'm so proud. She's such a wonderful young woman. I'm so thankful to her and her three siblings. They're the best part of my life.---------------How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.---------------Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online. Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.Isn't music such a great escape?---------------DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com---------------Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com---------------As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!---------------24 Tracks in 67mins!!Phases (Toto Chiavetta Colour Two) Howling, Toto ChiavettaLay Down KalymaTime (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black MotionWunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & TerrySet Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, XoliOgun In Ta Été We (She Is Calling) (Original Mix) Kiko Navarro, Dana MamamCantor (Rocco Rodamaal Remix) Francesco Tarantini, Rocco RodamaalYou're My Music (Original Mix) DJ FreeTz, BongiweTale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, RampaMunuli Mòo & Jo, AwenX Junior Vasquez and Emptiness-Hyenah - Re-Rub Someday-CeCe Rogers and Fake It-Phonique - Re-Rub Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button - Re-Rub Sirens MonolinkTurning Orange Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present FreaksFidale (I Feel) (Extended Vocal Version) Monolink, Zigan AldiSilence & Secrets (Black Coffee Remix) WhoMadeWho, Black CoffeeCherish The Day (Original Mix) PolyRhythm, Sheleah MoneaFlash of Light feat. Roisin Murphy (Original Mix) Roisin Murphy, Luca C & BriganteDon't Let Me Go Malehloka, Miss P, DJEFF, Black MotionPlay With The Voice Feat. Csilla (MAW In Your Face Mix) Joe T Vannelli, Masters At WorkDumisani (Ethnic Mix) Ian Kenzof, LizwiLet It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi SoundsystemTelefunken (Random Factor's Croissant Mix) Freaks---------------Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax ---------------THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +  Notices of Any New Mix Posted: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.---------------All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

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dattrax: HiYaAAA Fellow Underground House Heads!! Welcome to the place where House Music lives.Thank you for taking a listen to one of our mixes. We hope that you like it and if you do, then pls check out some of the others. Over 145 mixes from 45mins to over 4hrs for some. Sooooooooo many house tracks that are gems that you've NEVER heard before.House is so unique, if you haven't heard it, then it's 'new' to you. So many of the good tracks out there are timeless. It's so different than popular music that is time specific.How have you been? How is your main work? Profession? Business? Side hustle? How is your physical and mental health? How are your relationships? Are you pursuing your passions or curiosities? I wish all the best to you and what you choose to do with your life.I just live my life the best that I can have to deal with tons of challenges just like you, and let out any negativity and positivity into my mixes (so that I don't let it out on people), either LIVE in front of a dancing crowd or when crafting these specific mixes. It's therapy to let out all that's pent up. Hopefully, something beautiful comes out of that expression. Listening to, buying, mixing, dancing, and talking to people who love house music makes me happier.I make these mixes for myself and my best friend, Jimmy. Then if anyone else enjoys them, then that's an added bonus. Let us know if our mixes make you smile or have improved your day. House Music is the answer to many woes and blues.The official spring day was Mon, Mar 20, 2023, however, for Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it's just starting to be above zero degrees Celsius recently. So happy about the extra sunshine. It'll help everyone better their moods and power them with much-needed vitamin D.If you're ever visiting Toronto, then two things to keep in mind -ONE: there are freaking incredible restaurants of every cuisine on every corner that you can possibly imagine, so don't travel while holding any dieting resolutions &TWO: June to August is the best weather, around 20 - 28 degrees Celsius.There might have a bunch of days above 30 in August and a few below 20 in June. Any other time, it's shit. However, May and Sept are cool and sweet, but not vacationing weather. AVOID the harsh weather from mid-Nov till mid-Apr. LMAO. (This two-minute skit from comedian, Jim Carrey is funny about our weather).Recorded in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:Decided to make a mix at my pal Stephen's place, so just set up my DJ controller and laptop on his kitchen counter. Wanted to hang out in private with my friend and my doggie, Tommy, and let just loose, mix these new tracks, dance a little, and experience these new tracks LOUD on his fantastic speaker system.---------------Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.Isn't music such a great escape?---------------DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com---------------Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com---------------As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!---------------72 Tracks in 3hrs and 16mins!!Tell Me Tuff City Kids, Joe GoddardFeeling You Feat. Lee Triffon (Luyo Remix) Giorgio Bassetti, LuyoLove Is Not For Hire (Black Coffee Mix) Avi Elman, Danny J, Mani Hoffman, Black CoffeeFeel It (Stimming Dub Mix) LiquideepShining Light (Original Mix) Dr Feel, ZhaneWon't Change (Rampa Retouch) Manqo, RampaOne on One (Bedouin Remix) &ME, Fink, BedouinStart Over Damian Lazarus, Gorgon City, Leia ContoisGoing Home (Giorgio Bassetti Remix) Aloma, Giorgio BassettiGirl You Got My Heart (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Planningtorock, Maya Jane ColesAfflicted (Giorgio Basseti Dub) Brazilian Soul Crew, Holi M, Giorgio BassettiEmpty Room MarianTension (Original Mix) Sascha Braemer, Dom FricotCall Me Baby (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti, ZhaneA Matter of Time (Original Mix) Made By Pete, Cari GoldenSomeone (Feat. Kuss) Marian, KussNever Figure Out (Stimming Remix) Rasmus Faber, Emily McEwanCocktails & Feelings (Main Mix) Dr Feel, ZhaneSmile (Extended Mix) Marian, MaelMoses (Stimming Remix) Sascha Funke, Nina Kraviz, StimmingTogether We're More (Original Mix) Sascha Braemer, Graham BaxterI Will Survive AWEN, KAARGOby Day (Andre Lodemann & Fabian Dikof Remix) Fred Everything, Sio, Andre Lodemann, Fabian DikofMarvin (Original Mix) Giorgio BassettiOh Man (Allies for Everyone Remix) MockBeat, Allies For EveryoneWhat We'll Be (Aaron Sevilla Remix) Simone Vitullo, Emanuele Esposito, Aaron SevillaI Am You (DJ T. Remix) Pezzner, DJ T.Sphiwe (Neter's Cosmic Acappela) (Acappela) Jackie Queens, Enoo NapaSound Of Freedom (Damian Lazarus Extended Re-Shape) THEMBA (SA), Thakzin, Damian LazarusHorizon Red Made By Pete, Zoe KypriCome and Go (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape) TOKiMONSTA, VanJess, Damian LazarusBetween The Hammer And The Stone (Extended Mix) Simone Vitullo, Dario D'Attis, Cari GoldenBeautiful Silence (Original Mix) Made By Pete, JinaduRandom Groove Douglas GreedMy Love is Miky (Melchyor A's Hmida Version) Giorgio Bassetti, MELCHYOR AHome In On Those Things Henrik SchwarzYolo Thandazo, ThakzinA Fistful Of Stars MoullinexWaiting (Original Mix) Calamar Crew, Moojo, Notre Dame, SANDHAUSChameleon (Andre Lodemann Remix) Atish, Mark Slee, Andre LodemannPepper Shake Jamie Jones, Nicole MoudaberBorough #5 (Main Street Mix) DJ Rheji Burrell pres., New York House'n Authority, Rheji BurrellYoorana Tribe (Original Mix) Giorgio BassettiSkyline (Original Mix) Samu.lDJ Rheji Burrell presents... The Jazz Documents: One Mo' Gin (P.H.F.S.G.) DJ Rheji BurrellQueen of Europe (Solomun Remix) Ost, Kjex, Anne Lise Frøkedal, Mladen Solomun, SolomunVoices From The Past Andre LodemannClap Your Hands (Solomun Remix) Whilk & Misky, SolomunRituals AfroTuraThinking Bout U HenrellNew Awakening RoccoOn N On ViotAirheads Maxxi Soundsystem, Christophe BristolsWhat U Doing Dennis Cruz, Leo WoodCristalyne (Original Mix) Simone Burrini, Simone VitulloInside My Head (Moojo Remix) Kashovski, Luke Coulson, MoojoAnti Loudness Toto ChiavettaSo Long (Solomun Remix) Made By Pete, Jem Cooke, SolomunStill Searching (Blak River Remix) Andre Lodemann, Nathalie Claude, Blak RiverLet You Go (Original Mix) Puff (ITA), DAPULEOThe Ritual (Jonathan Kaspar Remix) Hyenah, Jonathan KasparYou Are Safe (Solomun Remix) Rampa, &ME, Adam Port, SolomunHoneymoon (Extended Mix) KolomboLost Cause (Flow Culture Vocal) Mark LewisWoodstep (Original Mix) SolomunBeautiful Silence (Original Mix) Made By Pete, JinaduBlack Ivory (Andre Lodemann Remix) Mop Mop, Andre LodemannUnmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) Mama, Ashley BeedleSedona (Andre Lodemann Remix) Spirit Catcher, Andre LodemannWunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & TerryShy - Leo LoveCan You See My Light (Neter Supreme's Darkness Is Light Dub Instrumental) Willy Washington Starring Gary Adams, Neter Supreme---------------Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax---------------THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection + Notices of Any New Mix Posted:You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.---------------All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Show #372 - December 29-30, 2022:: Year End Funk Finale (Best of 2022) ~ Our speical year-end extended mix on the last weekend of 2022 as heard on 96.1 WURD-FM and funkypeopleradio.net. Follow our archives for missed shows using the air date (MMDDYY).  Hour 1 - I Can't Explain (Cafe 432 Remix) - Kaippa f. Kathy Brown Gonna Be Alright (Extended Mix) - Melvo Baptiste feat. Jamie 3:26 & Annette Bowen No Gravity (Original Mix) - Ezel Problems (CDock's Original Concept Mix) - Charles Dockins On Time (WTN 4X4 Mix) - Wipe the Needle feat. Sacha Williamson On The Road (Manoo Abstrakt Vocal Remix) - The Realm x Atjazz x Kelli Sae Heat Seeker (Guerilla Science Mix) - Guerilla Science It's All Good (Louie Vega Extended Remix) - Louie Vega feat. BeBe Winans, Debbie Winans Lowe & Korean Soul Banger (Original Mix) - Masaki Morii Let It [Basic Club] (Kerri's Full Vocal Mix) - Kerri Chandler By My Side (Feliciano Classic Vocal Mix) - Syren Rivers X Frankie Feliciano 21 Days of Prayer (Original Mix) - Blaq Myth feat. Ruthes MA Maleme (ZOGRi Afro Main Remix) - L.A.H.V .ft Decency // Hour 2 - Amen (Main Mix) - MÖRDA, Thakzin & Lyrik Shoxen Ntab' Ezikude (Main Mix) - XtetiQsoul & Freedom Elements Igobolo (Extended Version) - Louie Vega feat. Joaquin 'Joe' Claussell Good Morning Gorgeous (Emmaculate Extended Remix) - Mary J Blige Songbird (Booker T Kings Of Soul Satta Lick) - Lea & Muzikman Edition feat. Tweety Another Day In My Life (Extended Version) - Louie Vega Angel (Extended Mix) - Terry Hunter feat. Divine Brown Earth Song (What About Us) [Dub Mix] - Revival, Anelisa Lamola, Greg Gould, Kathy Brown, Phebe Edwards & GeO Gospel Choir I Walk Alone (For Your Love) [Art Of Tones NYC Extended Remix] - Seamus Haji Do I Do (Original Extended Mix) - Micky More & Andy Tee f. Angela Johnson Deep Burnt (Extended Version) - Louie Vega feat. Axel Tosca Street Knowledge (Steal Vybe Remix) - Chris Forman, Damon Bennett f. Peven Everett // Hour 3 - What Would You Do? (Two Soul Fusion Extended Mix) - Dames Brown feat. Andrés and Amp Fiddler Getty Getty (Manoo's Getty Remix) - Hallex M feat. Omar Khula (Main Mix) - DJ Cassano feat Lelo Changes & Rearranges (AMFlow Remix) - Esnavi Cassio's Vibe (Thinking About You) [Instrumental Mix] - Cassio Ware Wunder Y (DandT 2022 Remix) - Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry Move Your Body (DL REmix) - DJ Disciple feat. Shari The Inside (Original Mix) - Eric Kupper feat. SP Stay (Bang The Drum Vocal) - Stephanie Cooke Wicked One (Original Mix) - Saliva Commandos It's Time To Think About It (Geoffrey C Remix) - Mr. Piratebrain feat. Leandra Joy Universal (Extended Version) - Louie Vega feat. Two Soul Fusion // Contact: info@funkypeopleonline.com, Websites: funkypeopleonline.com / WURDRadio.com / soul, funk, disco, deep house, funky people radio, funky people music, tech house, house music, afro house, vocal house, soulful house, dj mixes, deep house, deep, soulful, classic house, deep, dance, r&b, edm, tee alford.

Welcome to Showcasing House Music DJ Mixes by dattrax!! Thank you for stopping by and listening to our passion. Please visit our main mix site with 140+ mixes: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax --------------- Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy. Isn't music such a great escape? --------------- DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com --------------- Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com --------------- As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!! --------------- 60 Tracks in 3hrs and 24mins!! Forbidden feat. Sio (Original Mix) Sio, Dwson Stay True Sounds It's You Black Motion, Miss P Defected So Astounded (Black Coffee Remix) DJ Le Roi, Lady Bird, Black Coffee SubSensual Lutho Vanco, Njabulo Seh Afrocentric Records No Doubt feat. Marissa Guzman (Original Mix) Cuebur, Marissa Guzman Defected Time (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion Ocha Mzansi Cherish The Day (Original Mix) PolyRhythm, Sheleah Monea Open Bar Music Wunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry ITH *Note: Toronto House Legends Phezulu (Aero Manyelo Remix) Blanka Mazimela Get Physical Respect Is You (Mapiano & Sunny Boy Uhuru Souldub) Louie Vega, Maphorisa, Berita, Mapiano, Sunny Boy Uhuru Vega Records Lingala (Original Mix) Lee Burridge, Lost Desert, Junior All Day I Dream Reach for the Stars (feat. Nalize) XtetiQsoul  Extra Time On You feat. Portia Monique (Original Mix) Black Coffee, Portia Monique Ultra Gratitude (Pablo Fierro Remix) Marie Joly, Black Coffee, Rebecca Murray, Pablo Fierro Offering Recordings Superman-Black Coffee feat. Bucie and Sabelo-Lionayve, Newmanhere - Re-Rub  Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli Ocha Mzansi Sun Ra Was Right (Kususa Remix) STUDIO APARTMENT, Monique Bingham, Kususa N.E.O.N Muyè Rampa, Adam Port, &ME, Keinemusik Keinemusik Firefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim DiverseCity Music Tale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, Rampa Freerange Stuck On You (Afro Beat A Pella) Carissa Nicole, Reggie Steele Quantize Recordings Gafara (Afro Main Mix) Moon Rocket, MoBlack MoBlack Records I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion  Lie Machine DAVI Crosstown Rebels Temple (Original Mix) Rinzen Chapter 24 Records Deep In The Bottom (of Africa) Monique Bingham, Black Coffee House Afrika Brave (Moblack Remix) Moon Rocket, Danielle Martin, MoBlack Doomusic Solo (Enoo Napa Remix) Luka, Sio, Enoo Napa The Bliss Beyond Dance After 12 (Pablo Martinez Remix) Marubini Musiq, Sio FOMP Piece Of My Mind (Benny T Remix) DJ Crookid, Gumzito, Sabrina Chyld, Benny T Open Bar Music Phezulu Reloaded Blanka Mazimela, Khonaye Get Physical How Did We Get Here (Mike Dunn White Noise MixX) Gershon Jackson, Sio Blackwidow, Mike Dunn Omni Music Solutions Tribal Movement Da Kastro  Mobi Dixon ft Msaki - Love Colour Spin  Don't Give Up (Cee ElAssaad Voodoo Mix) Pascal Morais, Shota, Cee ElAssaad Arrecha Records When You're Back (Extended Mix) Paso Doble, Fabio Aurea, Coco GĒNĒTIC The Offering (Main Mix) N'dinga Gaba feat.mOsno Peng Africa I Like That (Oscar P Rework) Peter Mac, Oscar P Open Bar Music Your Voice (Enoo Napa Remix) Caiiro, AWEN, Enoo Napa Madorasindahouse Records L.D.O.E. feat. Valentine (Floyd Lavine's African Techno Mix) Aaaron; Deckert, Floyd Lavine Connected Frontline I Miss The Things (Mindtech Remix) - Lars Behrenroth & Sinan Baymak  Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa Tribe Records In Another Life (Saint Evo Remix) Native P., Nuzu Deep, Saint Evo Celsius Degree Records On My Way (Original Mix) Afro Warriors, Anabela Aya DM.Recordings Forgot About McRae - Andrew McRae - MP3  Heart Beat (Nick Holder Main Mix) Drumattix DNH At The Club (Claude Monnet Beats) Timmy Regisford Tribe Records Don't Let Me Go Malehloka, Miss P, DJEFF, Black Motion Kazukuta Records Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen Mobilee Records Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi Tribe Records Hideyoshi (Benny T Tswana Perspectives Afro Mix) Sixnautic, Benny T Natural Essence Media Ltd Traveller (Kususa & QueTornik Official Remix) DeMajor, Lizwi, Kususa, QueTornik Surreal Sounds Music Quentin Harris - EP-5  Oscar P - Swift - The Drum (Pablo Fierro Mix)  Hapi Melange (Primordial Substance Mix) Neter Supreme Aluku Records Take Off Your Shoes (Original Mix) Malandra Jr.  Bass Zone (Original) David Morales MoBlack Records Reasons (Main Mix) Hook&Bass Hook And Bass Records Glitch Enoo Napa, Chanell Collen MoBlack Records Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa Tribe Records --------------- Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link. Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax  --------------- THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +   Notices of Any New Mix Posted:  You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.  BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest. --------------- All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/ This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied. Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

A great friend of ours and a great friend of the pod, Cam Ciaciuch, aka Chach, joins us for epsiode #20! PGA supposedly took out a loan to pay purses. Phill calls bullshit, so do we Tiger can still golf but doesn't have much left in the tank Charlie Woods is the future of golf whether we you like it or not Lions impressive win over the Jags. Playoffs? Probably not but maybe Christmas Music Madness is off to a hot start. Make sure to vote on Instgram for the first round matchups! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @cart.drinks

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fanatics!! How have you been this beautiful November? Thank you for visiting us and giving us a listen. If you like this mix, then there are 140 more to go through. People usually don't like listening to 'old' music, but house music is nothing like the rest ; ) The great thing about good house music is that if you've never heard a track, then it'll be brand new to you. It's not like popular music where a song is in and out of fashion after a few months.The greater thing is that because of DJ'ing, even if you've heard 80% of the separate tracks placed into a continuous mix, each DJ has his/her own particular tastes and style. You could take 100 tracks and give them to 10 different DJs and I'd guarantee that each and every mix will give you a different feel and experience. You might dislike, like or love a particular mix.Some DJs like more bass and some like me like hi-hats, so they'd equalize each track differently to their preferences. Some like to play tracks at 120bpm and some like me like it a bit faster, around 125bpm. It depends on the tempo you like. I like the tempo that you can dance or chill out to. Then most of us get too excited and the second half of our mixes gets faster and faster and would probably end a few bpms faster than we would like. Each of the 100 tracks would have different parts and sections. Each DJ would highlight different parts. Some like to play each track for 5-6mins to "let it breathe". I have house ADD, so like them in and out because the exciting parts are the beginning, the breakdown, and the new mix.The mix is the beauty and art of it all. Each combination is unique and sometimes we get lucky and a combo elevates both tracks being mixed. Jim and I are best friends for 30yrs and spin live together as 'dattrax'. We have a policy of NOT repeating mix combinations. It keeps it fresh and fun for us.Then comes the style of the DJ, do they love long smooth mixes, where they layer two tracks and create a new feeling? Do they like to cut parts of a second track into the first? Do they like to start mellow and gradually take it up through the mix? Do they like to play the same sub-genre of house through a whole mix, or like Jimmy and I... love house so much that we play EVERY genre of house within a mix? The beauty, fun, and excitement of all the possibilities are endless. At the least, it'll put a massive smile over you face from ear to ear.Enjoy and all the best to you in your life. As the great and late philosopher/comedian, Patrice O'Neal has famously said, "You're the #1 priority". Keep doing what you're best at and significance, respect, and money will come. Then everyone that is around you will benefit in a positive way. When you win, everyone you encounter will win. If you're in a shitty job or relationship, then move on. Life is short and you deserve more.---------------Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.Isn't music such a great escape?---------------DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com---------------Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com ---------------As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!---------------58 Tracks in 3hrs and 19mins!!You Own My Mind feat. Virginia - Original Mix SteffiNude (Rampa Remix) Adriatique, RampaFix Your Love (Ralf GUM Main Mix) Ralf GUM, Bongi Mvuyana, KafeleHaunt Me - Forniva 2021 Sade bootlegLet Me Love You (Original Mix) DJ RasoulOver Limits (Original Mix) Echo DeepUptown feat. Aya - Jay'sUpDub - NakedMusic Autumn - Blanka Mazimela, KhonayePiano in The Dark-Nick Curly and Soul Filtration-Reel Skaps, Dredah Re-Rub Muyè Rampa, Adam Port, &ME, KeinemusikMove On (Hollis P Monroe and Wrong Jeremy Mix) The Black 80s, Hollis P Monroe, Wrong JeremyI Rise (feat. Msaki) Black MotionFirefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki IbrahimAll I Do Is Think - Oscar PNo Doubt feat. Marissa Guzman (Original Mix) Cuebur, Marissa GuzmanIf You Have A Doubt Ft. Overnite (Mario Basanov Remix) Overnite, Hollis P MonroeSomething I'm Going Through (Extended Mix) DJ Rae, David MoralesWunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & TerrySoldier Of Love (Jason B Edit) SadePlenty-Sarah Mclaughlan and Breathless-KANT Re-Rub Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, XoliExtra Time On You feat. Portia Monique (Original Mix) Black Coffee, Portia MoniqueWith This Love (Original Mix) Amber Jolene, Sonny FoderaTessio (Original Mix) LuomoBye Bye Les Fraises feat. Sashe (Heinrichs & Hirtenfellner Remix) Sucre SaleInto The Sun Damian Lazarus, Jem CookeTime (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black MotionAquanote_NowhereGabrielsDrop4_NakedMusic Faith (Lemon & Herb Remix) Bevan Godden, Maiya, Lemon & HerbYou're My Music (Original Mix) DJ FreeTz, BongiweBrotha (Dj Spen & Karizma Remix) - featuring Angie Stone Clap Your Hands (Club Mix) Zakes Bantwini feat. Xolani SitholeIsland Breeze feat. Ijeoma - Trentemoller Remix Kid Massive & RaoulOur Time Our Chance feat. Ian Whitelaw (Original Mix) PhoniqueSomething Sweet (Full Version) LyndrishSo Happy (Cassady Locke Remix) Tom Conrad feat. Dawn TallmanShy - Leo Love Promised Land-Joe Smooth and Rave Casualty-Flashmob, Connected Soundsystem, Kalyma Re-Rub Push (Original Mix) Col Lawton, V77NNYStone Crazy Remixes (Nastee Nev 0808 Mix) Kafele BandeleFor the Rest (Carlos Sanchez Remix) The Black 80s, Carlos SanchezSuperman-Black Coffee feat. Bucie and Sabelo-Lionayve, Newmanhere Re-Rub Manifest (Rampa Remix) Wallflower, RampaSomething Special (The Black 80s Remix) Phonique, Ian Whitelaw, The Black 80sSilence & Secrets (Black Coffee Remix) WhoMadeWho, Black CoffeeTouched The Sky (feat. Mia Tuttavilla) Dennis FerrerThis Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa MillettBright Star (Sunrise Mix) Ben Watt, Stimming, Julia BielSee The Light (Frank Roger's Real Vox Mix) Shahrokh Sound Of KSome Lovin - Liberty City - MURKBorn to Fly feat. Lisa Shaw (Eric's Remix) Naked Music Painkiller (Rampa & Re.You Mix) Terranova, Rampa, Re.YouTried So Hard (Special Vocal Mix) feat. Bobby Pruit - MURKTime After Time (Yoruba Soul Mix) Soul Central feat. Abigail BaileyHurry - Naked MusicLet It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi SoundsystemSomeday-CeCe Rogers and Fake It-Phonique Re-Rub One Up (Drop of Fears) feat. Amina (Pezzner Remix) Pezzner, Amina---------------Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax ---------------THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +  Notices of Any New Mix Posted: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.---------------All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

In the second hour, Nick explains why he's a fan of the NBA keeping the NBA Play-In tournament moving forward & the possibility they add an in-season tournament. Panthers beat writer for The Charlotte Observer Ellis Williams joins the show for the first time since the Baker Mayfield trade, to talk about the trade, preview his upcoming PC & more storylines around the Panthers, before Charming or Chach See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final edition of Charming or Chach, Nick & Fitty determine if certain actions, thoughts, or takes are charming or chach including Summer League rings, librarians, Willie P filling in for Nick & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick & Fitty determine if certain actions, thoughts, etc are either charming or chach, including Flounder's top 5 sports movies, Willie P's shorts, the Hot Dog eating contest & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Nick & Fitty try to determine who is the greatest Panther in the history of the franchise, and their answers might surprise you, before another edition of Charming or Chach  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick & Fitty try to separate the charming from the chach, including holiday engagements, 4th of Jul cookouts, Freddie Freeman's cryfest, Dan Snyder evading Congress & more    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miles Bridges enters free agency Thursday starting at 6 PM, with the Hornets not having offered him a new contract. Nick explains why it's important for the Hornets to keep Bridges in town. Panthers beat reporter for The Charlotte Observer, Ellis Williams joins the show to discuss the latest QB rumors that involve the Panthers, players he's excited to see in 2022, before Charming or Chach  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willie & Fitty take submissions from the audience to determine if certain thoughts or actions are either Charming or Chach, including wearing flip flops to work, putting mayo on a hot dog, the NBA media defending Kenny Atkinson & more    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, we react to the Hornets meeting with Mike D'Antoni, as Willie & Fitty agree that this is a panic move by the Hornets front office, even though Fitty believes is the best candidate for the position. Panthers beat reporter for the Charlotte Observer, Ellis Williams joins for more on the Baker Mayfield pursuit, final thoughts from the Panthers minicamp & a look ahead to the start of a very important training camp, before Charming or Chach      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick & Fitty take suggestions from the audience to determine if certain thoughts, actions, sayings, etc are either Charming or Chach, including using a certain phrase, Mac's dressing habits, elevator talk & more   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Nick sets the bar for playoff appearances the Hornets must achieve under Kenny Atkinson. Ben Verlander joins to tell us why he still thinks the Mets will win the NL East, before a Wednesday version of Charming or Chach.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As they do at 11:40 every Tuesday, Nick & Fitty take submissions from the listeners to determine if certain thoughts or actions are either charming or chach, including the Angels new uniforms, online dating & more  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick opens the second hour reacting to the decision that Phil Mickelson has made to join the LIV Tour, after making comments about the Saudi government earlier this year. Will Kunkel joins to discuss the latest with the Panthers & Hornets before charming or chach See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick & Fitty take suggestions from themselves and from listeners to determine if certain actions or thoughts are either charming or chach, including the Pat Bev/CP3 beef, the Panthers being the worst team in the NFL & a shirtless society    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Nick updates the latest on the Baker Mayfield situation in Cleveland, and why Carolina can't afford to keep waiting if they want to trade for him. Ellis Williams joins to recap rookie minicamp, before Charming or Chach    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Nick laughs at the regulation the NCAA passed in regards to NIL. Ellis Williams joins to talk about the latest with the Panthers off-season, before Nick & Fitty determine if thoughts/actions are either Charming or Chach  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.