Podcasts about Chang

In this NBN episode, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with Su Chang, author of The Immortal Woman (House of Anansi, 2025). A sweeping generational story of heartbreak, resilience, and yearning, revealing an insider's view of the fractured lives of Chinese immigrants and those they leave behind. Lemei, once a student Red Guard leader in 1960s Shanghai and a journalist at a state newspaper, was involved in a brutal act of violence during the Tiananmen Square protests and lost all hope for her country. Her daughter, Lin, is a student at an American university on a mission to become a true Westerner. She tirelessly erases her birth identity, abandons her Chinese suitor, and pursues a white lover, all the while haunted by the scars of her upbringing. Following China's meteoric rise, Lemei is slowly dragged into a nationalistic perspective that stuns Lin. Their final confrontation results in tragic consequences, but ultimately, offers hope for a better future. By turns wry and lyrical, The Immortal Woman reminds us to hold tight to our humanity at any cost.SU CHANG is a Chinese Canadian writer. Born and raised in Shanghai, she is the daughter of a former (reluctant) Red Guard leader. Her fiction has been recognized in Prairie Fire's Short Fiction Contest, the Canadian Authors Association (Toronto) National Writing Contest, the ILS/Fence Fiction Contest, and the Masters Review's Novel Excerpt Contest, among others.Hollay Ghadery is an award-winning Iranian-Canadian multi-genre writer living in Ontario on Anishinaabe land. She has her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Guelph. Fuse, her memoir of mixed-race identity and mental health, was released by Guernica Editions in 2021 and won the 2023 Canadian Bookclub Award for Nonfiction/Memoir. Her collection of poetry, Rebellion Box was released by Radiant Press in 2023, and her collection of short fiction, Widow Fantasies, was released with Gordon Hill Press in fall 2024 and was longlisted for the Toronto Book Award. Her debut novel, The Unraveling of Ou, was released with Palimpsest Press in 2026, and her children's book, Being with the Birds, with Guernica Editions in 2027. Hollay is a host on The New Books Network, as well as a co-host on HOWL on CIUT 89.5 FM. She is also a book publicist, the Founder of River Street, and the co-chair of the League of Canadian Poets BIPOC committee, as well as the Poet Laureate of Scugog Township. She is also a member of The National Book Critics Circle, The Creative Nonfiction Collective, and The Writers Union of Canada. Hollay was also featured on the cover of issue 10 of The Ampersand Review. Learn more about Hollay here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If Jim Mazany's career had a soundtrack, it would open with Prince. His first concert was the Purple Rain tour at Nassau Coliseum. Since then, his path has run from washing dishes on Long Island to culinary school in Hyde Park to leading brands like TGI Fridays, Logan's Roadhouse and Joe's Crab Shack, and now to the CEO role at P.F. Chang's.In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, iHeartMedia Region President Chris Long sits down with Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's, to talk about hospitality, culinary craft and leading an iconic brand through a turnaround.Jim traces the influences that shaped him, from a Marine father who taught him work ethic to a mother who made hospitality the center of their home. He shares how a chef's mindset still guides the way he leads, why "the speed of trust" matters when building a leadership team and how P.F. Chang's is working to turn "I like P.F. Chang's, but I haven't been there in a while" into "I love P.F. Chang's, and I was there last night." He also takes Chris inside the brand's turnaround, from renewed focus on the in-restaurant experience and culinary innovation to double-digit sales growth, rising guest traffic and plans to expand P.F. Chang's footprint in the U.S. and around the world.Guest: Jim Mazany, CEO, P.F. Chang'sHost: Chris Long, Region President, iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth & Central TexasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most effective way to reduce visceral fat is a combination of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and resistance training, though regular moderate-intensity cardio or aerobic exercise also helps, according to current research.In this episode of the “NASM CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey unpacks the scientific evidence on exercise strategies for reducing visceral fat, addressing frequent confusion over whether HIIT or continuous moderate-intensity exercise is better. Citing several systematic reviews and meta-analyses, Rick explains that while some studies show no clear advantage between HIIT and steady-state cardio, many find that interval training, especially when extended beyond 12 weeks, provides superior reductions in visceral fat, particularly for individuals with overweight or obesity. He also highlights that progressive, combined training—mixing vigorous-intensity cardio with moderate or low-intensity resistance training—can further support visceral fat loss, which is particularly beneficial for at-risk groups such as older adults and postmenopausal women. Listeners will learn how to apply these research-backed exercise protocols for themselves or their clients, how to track progress, and why gradual progression is key, especially for those new to higher intensity workouts. This presentation also offers practical coaching insights on how to encourage clients to embrace challenging new routines. Chapters: 00:00 What is the most effective way to reduce visceral fat? 01:10 What is visceral fat and why does it matter for health? 02:26 How did a client respond to advice about losing visceral fat? 03:20 What exercise strategies can help reduce visceral fat? 05:22 Does high-intensity interval training work better than continuous cardio for visceral fat? 06:52 What does the research say about HIIT versus moderate-intensity exercise? 08:29 Are long-duration HIIT sessions more effective for fat loss? 09:18 Does exercise help reduce visceral fat in teens and young adults? 10:26 How does exercise dose relate to visceral fat loss? 12:29 Does combining resistance and aerobic training give better results for visceral fat? 13:56 How can trainers help hesitant clients start higher intensity workouts? 15:54 What extra benefits come with high-intensity training compared to moderate exercise? 16:41 Should you choose HIIT, resistance training, or regular cardio to help most people reduce visceral fat? Show References:Kramer, A. M., Martins, J. B., de Oliveira, P. C., Lehnen, A. M., & Waclawovsky, G. (2023). High-intensity interval training is not superior to continuous aerobic training in reducing body fat: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Journal of exercise science and fitness, 21(4), 385–394. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jesf.2023.09.002  Poon, E. T., Li, H. Y., Little, J. P., Wong, S. H., & Ho, R. S. (2024). Efficacy of Interval Training in Improving Body Composition and Adiposity in Apparently Healthy Adults: An Umbrella Review with Meta-Analysis. Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.), 54(11), 2817–2840. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-024-02070-9 Wang, R., Zhang, X., Ren, H., Zhou, H., Yuan, Y., Chai, Y., & Hou, X. (2022). Effects of different exercise types on visceral fat in young individuals with obesity aged 6-24 years old: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Frontiers in physiology, 13, 987804. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2022.987804  Chang, Y., Wang, L., Wang, H., & Zhan, E. (2026). Unveiling the perfect workout: exercise modalities and dosages to combat visceral adipose tissue in individuals with overweight and obesity - a systematic review with pairwise, network, and dose-response meta-analyses. Nutrition & metabolism, 23(1), 75. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12986-026-01129-w  Lin, X., Li, G., Xie, J., & Wang, S. (2026). Effects of concurrent training on fat mass and its distribution in individuals with overweight or obesity: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and exploratory regression analysis. BMC public health, 26(1), 1403. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-026-26869-5 If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! The content shared in this podcast is solely for educational and entertainment purposes. 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Day Break | America on Alert: Terror, China & the Midterm Showdown --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:07 – Mario Kranjac, former Mayor of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. Kranjac discusses a voter-registration controversy in New Jersey and the questions it has raised about the accuracy and maintenance of the state's voter rolls. He examines election administration, registration procedures, and concerns being raised ahead of upcoming elections. 28:05 – Dr. Mary Talley Bowden, Stanford-trained ear, nose, and throat physician based in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bowden discusses criticism from some figures associated with the Make America Healthy Again movement over the Trump administration's approach to mRNA vaccines. She examines disagreements over vaccine policy, the roles of President Trump and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and why some activists say the issue could carry political consequences. 38:18 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:16 – Katie Asher, vaccine researcher and author of The Book of Heaven: A Story of Hope for the Outcasts, the Broken, and Those Who Lost Faith. Asher discusses controversy surrounding a state initiative involving home visits for families with newborn babies. She examines concerns raised by critics about parental rights and government involvement in the home, as well as the stated public-health goals behind such programs. 57:30 – Houston Keene, Director of Democracy Restored. Keene discusses his organization's request that the Department of Homeland Security review its contracts with Microsoft following remarks attributed to a former FBI official about a “shadow government.” He examines the watchdog group's concerns about federal contracting, political activity, and potential conflicts of interest. 1:06:29 – Lindsay Porzio, Director of Stic-It Rotating Flags. Porzio discusses what she sees as a renewed enthusiasm for patriotism and displays of the American flag, including in traditionally Democratic-leaning states. She explores changing cultural attitudes toward national pride and why patriotic imagery appears to be resonating with a new generation of Americans. 1:16:34 - Monologue 1:25:32 – Melanie Kurdys, Board Member of United States Parents Involved in Education and President of the organization's Michigan chapter. Kurdys discusses concerns about Chinese Communist Party influence and what she describes as “cognitive warfare” within K-12 schools and higher education. She examines foreign influence, educational partnerships, curriculum, and efforts aimed at protecting American students and institutions. 1:35:33 – Gordon G. Chang, author of Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America, The Coming Collapse of China, and China Is Going to War. Chang discusses Xi Jinping's visit and meeting with President Trump, focusing on the major economic and national-security issues shaping U.S.-China relations. He examines trade, strategic competition, China's global ambitions, and what the meeting could mean for relations between Washington and Beijing. 1:44:20 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber joins Steve to close out the show with conversation and commentary on the day's news, politics, culture, and other stories making headlines. --- Check out our podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 24 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/UrGZQdE62jA

This episode we speak with Jere Chang, also known as @mrschanggifted, about her work as a classroom teacher, gifted education teacher, speaker, and author. We discuss her teaching path from university administration to high school English and ESOL, and then into elementary and gifted education while balancing family life. We also talk about her book, *Becoming the Teacher I Needed*, which draws on her own experiences with disability, being LGBTQIA, and not fitting in at school, alongside practical advice for teachers. She shares themes from her talks on teacher well-being, retention, school climate, advocacy, and creative thinking in gifted education.  We cover her advice on boundaries, support, and managing workload, including limiting work email and being intentional about time off. We also discuss working conditions in schools, the balance between school and family responsibilities, and common misunderstandings about teachers and their workload. Check out Jere's book “Becoming The Teacher I Needed” at the links below: Amazon                 Porchlight Books               Barnes and Noble Season 4 is brought to you by our principal sponsor, Teachers' Insurance Plan. Check out their website below for more information and to get a quote. http://bit.ly/4mQC27G⁠ Teachers' Insurance Plan: auto insurance that brings exclusive educator savings and exceptional customer care to New Jersey and Pennsylvania educational employees. Select Episodes from Season 4 sponsored by: For more information about NJSchoolJobs.com check out their website for up-to-date job postings for teaching, admin, support staff and coaching opportunities. We want to hear from you! Shoot over an email and say hi: podthebalancingact@gmail.com Don't forget to subscribe! Leave us a comment!    Follow  Facebook - podbalact JoeandJamie Instagram - @podthebalancingact TikTok - @thebalancingactpodcast Twitter - @podbalact Youtube Channel - The Balancing Act - YouTube Part of the Human Content Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano & Chang are digging a little deeper into the music we love.We each picked five songs and bands that mean something to us—not necessarily the biggest hits or the songs everybody expects, but the tracks we still love cranking up after all these years.There are stories, memories, a few surprises, and plenty of great 80s music along the way.Turn it up and hang out with us for a night of deep tracks, great bands, and the music that made the 80s unforgettable.Back to the 80s Radio with Toscano & Chang.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/back-to-the-80s-radio--5883226/support.

If Jim Mazany's career had a soundtrack, it would open with Prince. His first concert was the Purple Rain tour at Nassau Coliseum. Since then, his path has run from washing dishes on Long Island to culinary school in Hyde Park to leading brands like TGI Fridays, Logan's Roadhouse and Joe's Crab Shack, and now to the CEO role at P.F. Chang's. In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, iHeartMedia Region President Chris Long sits down with Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's, to talk about hospitality, culinary craft and leading an iconic brand through a turnaround. Jim traces the influences that shaped him, from a Marine father who taught him work ethic to a mother who made hospitality the center of their home. He shares how a chef's mindset still guides the way he leads, why "the speed of trust" matters when building a leadership team and how P.F. Chang's is working to turn "I like P.F. Chang's, but I haven't been there in a while" into "I love P.F. Chang's, and I was there last night." He also takes Chris inside the brand's turnaround, from renewed focus on the in-restaurant experience and culinary innovation to double-digit sales growth, rising guest traffic and plans to expand P.F. Chang's footprint in the U.S. and around the world. Guest: Jim Mazany, CEO, P.F. Chang's Host: Chris Long, Region President, iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth & Central TexasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vous avez annoncé votre grossesse, quelque chose a changé.Ce n'est pas un licenciement mais des réunions auxquelles vous n'êtes plus conviées, des missions retirées, une atmosphère qui s'est refroidie.Dans ce podcast, on évoque ce qui se passe dans l'ombre de la protection maternité : la mise au placard, les discriminations qui ne disent pas leur nom.

If Jim Mazany's career had a soundtrack, it would open with Prince. His first concert was the Purple Rain tour at Nassau Coliseum. Since then, his path has run from washing dishes on Long Island to culinary school in Hyde Park to leading brands like TGI Fridays, Logan's Roadhouse and Joe's Crab Shack, and now to the CEO role at P.F. Chang's. In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, iHeartMedia Region President Chris Long sits down with Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's, to talk about hospitality, culinary craft and leading an iconic brand through a turnaround. Jim traces the influences that shaped him, from a Marine father who taught him work ethic to a mother who made hospitality the center of their home. He shares how a chef's mindset still guides the way he leads, why "the speed of trust" matters when building a leadership team and how P.F. Chang's is working to turn "I like P.F. Chang's, but I haven't been there in a while" into "I love P.F. Chang's, and I was there last night." He also takes Chris inside the brand's turnaround, from renewed focus on the in-restaurant experience and culinary innovation to double-digit sales growth, rising guest traffic and plans to expand P.F. Chang's footprint in the U.S. and around the world. Guest: Jim Mazany, CEO, P.F. Chang's Host: Chris Long, Region President, iHeartMedia Dallas-Fort Worth & Central TexasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gordon Chang, author of "Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America and The Coming Collapse of China," joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to give his insight on the China regime. Chang and Benson gave an analysis on the recent summit between President Trump and Chairman Xi Jinping, in which Chang expressed skepticism on the summit's results. Later, Chang goes over China's support Iran, signs of leadership instability within China's leadership, the country's AI race against the U.S., and more. Listen to the full interview with Chang and Benson below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Floral displays featuring more than 350 flower varieties, including 50 new and improved varieties debuting this year, adorn Beijing's Chang'an Avenue as part of the annual National Day celebrations.作为一年一度国庆庆祝活动的一部分，包含50个今年首次亮相的新优品种在内的350多个花卉品种竞相绽放，将北京长安街装点得格外喜庆。The displays include 10 three-dimensional flower beds along the avenue and a giant flower basket at Tian'anmen Square, which was arranged on Saturday to mark the upcoming 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, according to the Beijing Municipal Forestry and Parks Bureau.据北京市园林绿化局介绍，此次布置包括长安街沿线的10组立体花坛以及天安门广场中心的大型巨型花篮。广场巨型花篮已于周六布置完毕，以此迎接收获满满的中华人民共和国成立77周年华诞。Of the 50 varieties being used for the first time, 22 were domestically bred.在今年首次使用的50个花卉新品种中，有22个为我国自主培育的品种。Beijing also introduced and trial-planted more than 200 flower varieties this year, with 28 selected for use in the National Day displays, including dahlia, veronica and lantana, it said.北京市园林绿化局表示，今年还引进并试种了200多个花卉品种，其中大丽花、穗花婆婆纳、马缨丹等28个品种脱颖而出，被选用于国庆花坛布置。Native plants with potential for wider landscaping use, including Leptodermis oblonga and Cotoneaster integerrimus, are also on display. "Caofeidian Yellow-Leaf Rice", a variety valued for both its ornamental and edible qualities, is being used for the first time.此外，薄皮木、全缘旬子等具有广阔园林应用潜力的本土植物也亮相花坛。兼具观赏与食用价值的“曹妃甸黄叶稻”更是首次参展。The 10 flower beds along Chang'an Avenue feature themes ranging from revolutionary history and emerging industries to green development, urban renewal and garden city development.长安街沿线的10组主题花坛，内容涵盖革命历史、新兴产业、绿色发展、城市更新以及花园城市建设等多个维度。At the center of Tian'anmen Square, the giant flower basket stands 18 meters high, with the basket itself reaching 16 meters and its tray measuring 12 meters in diameter.位于天安门广场中心的大型巨型花篮顶高18米，篮体高16米，篮盘直径达12米。The south side bears the inscription "Blessings to the Motherland, 1949-2026", while the north side reads "Celebrating National Day, 1949-2026". The basket features 15 types of flowers and five types of fruit, as well as five newly designed flower forms and four leaf forms.花篮南侧书写着“祝福祖国，1949-2026”字样，北侧书写着“欢度国庆，1949-2026”字样。花篮内摆放着15种花卉和5种果实，并采用了5种全新设计的花型与4种叶型。Residents have also contributed to this year's displays. The Office of Beijing Greening Commission held a selection event on Sept 18, choosing 1,000 potted flowers grown by residents and students for display along Chang'an Avenue, said Tang Shuifeng, a researcher with the office's liaison division.普通市民也为今年的花坛布置贡献了一份力量。首都绿化委员会办公室联络处调研员汤水凤介绍，9月18日，该办组织开展了评选活动，从市民和学生栽培养护的花卉中精心挑选出1000盆盆栽，摆放在长安街沿线展示。Among those drawn to the displays was 40-year-old Beijing resident Li Wei.40岁的北京市民李伟就是被花坛吸引的游人之一。His age coincides with the 40-year history of National Day three-dimensional floral displays at Tian'anmen Square.他的年龄恰好见证了天安门广场国庆立体花坛布置40年的历程。"The flower beds return every year, but they look different each time," Li said.“花坛每年都有，但每年都不一样，”李伟说。He recalled looking up at the displays as a child and said he now makes a point of returning each year to photograph them and look for changes.他回忆起小时候仰望花坛的情景，并表示现在每年都会专门来拍照，寻找其中的新变化。"For someone who has grown up alongside the flower beds, every record I make is a keepsake of my own for the motherland," he said.“作为一个伴随着这些花坛长大的人，我的每一次记录，都是我送给祖国的一份独特留念，”他说。Li said this year's basket particularly caught his eye, with its flowers and fruit arranged in a more open composition.李伟表示，今年的花篮尤为吸睛，花果的造型组合显得更加舒展开放。"It carries a sense of anticipation and hope for the future," he said.“它让人感受到一种对未来的期盼与希望，”他说。adorn /əˈdɔːn/ v.装饰；装扮；佩戴three-dimensional /ˌθriː daɪˈmenʃənl/ adj.三维的；立体的inscription /ɪnˈskrɪpʃn/ n.铭文；碑文；题词ornamental /ˌɔːnəˈmentl/ adj.观赏用的；装饰性的edible /ˈedəbl/ adj.可食用的landscaping /ˈlændskeɪpɪŋ/ n.景观美化；园林绿化coincide with /ˌkəʊɪnˈsaɪd wɪð/ phr.巧合；恰好重合；与……同时发生keepsake /ˈkiːpseɪk/ n.纪念品；留念物composition /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃn/ n.构图；组成；创作anticipation /ænˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃn/ n.期盼；预想；期待

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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Moon Rocks and Friendship: A Mid-Autumn Museum Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-09-26-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 博物馆的大厅里人声鼎沸，太阳透过高大的窗户，洒下斑驳的光影。En: The museum's hall was bustling with noise, with sunlight streaming through the tall windows, casting dappled shadows.Zh: 空气中弥漫着孩子们的欢声笑语和老师们的引导声。En: The air was filled with the cheerful laughter of children and the guiding voices of teachers.Zh: 梅、金和兰跟随着班级的队伍，他们正在参观自然历史博物馆。En: Mei, Jin, and Lan were following their class as they toured the Natural History Museum.Zh: 梅是个好奇的女孩，她听说这里有一个关于月石的特别展览，这与她最喜欢的中秋节传统有关。En: Mei was a curious girl, and she had heard about a special exhibition on moon rocks, which was related to her favorite Mid-Autumn Festival tradition.Zh: 她一心想找到这个展览。En: She was determined to find this exhibition.Zh: 金则显得很兴奋，他对博物馆里的任何东西都充满了兴趣和冒险的精神。En: Jin, on the other hand, seemed very excited; he had an interest in and a spirit of adventure for everything in the museum.Zh: 兰虽然话不多，却总是在观察四周，留意细节。En: Though Lan didn't talk much, she was always observing the surroundings and noting the details.Zh: 队伍人多，显得有些杂乱。En: The group was large and appeared somewhat chaotic.Zh: 梅的心思全在月石展览上，她试图寻找指示牌，但很快发现，这并不容易。En: Mei was focused solely on the moon rock exhibition and tried to find the signs, but quickly discovered it wasn't easy.Zh: 金一次次被不同的展品吸引住，比如恐龙化石和古代工具。En: Jin was repeatedly attracted by different exhibits, such as dinosaur fossils and ancient tools.Zh: 梅决定独自去找月石展，她告诉金和兰：“我先去找那个展览，待会儿再汇合。”En: Mei decided to go look for the moon rock exhibit by herself; she told Jin and Lan, "I'll go find that exhibition first, and we'll meet up later."Zh: 她穿过人群，小心地避免撞上别的同学，逐个浏览展览牌上的信息。En: She weaved through the crowd, carefully avoiding bumping into other classmates, and checked the information on each exhibition sign.Zh: 终于，在一个拐角处，她看到了关于月石的标志。En: Finally, at a corner, she spotted the sign for the moon rock.Zh: 梅兴奋地跑过去，展览上详尽地介绍了月石与中秋节传说的联系。En: Excitedly, Mei ran over and found that the exhibit detailed the connection between moon rocks and the Mid-Autumn Festival legend.Zh: 她仔细阅读着，也想象着嫦娥奔月的故事。En: She read carefully and imagined the story of Chang'e flying to the moon.Zh: 最终，她叫来金和兰，一起分享她的发现。En: Eventually, she called over Jin and Lan to share her discovery.Zh: 三个人站在展牌前，梅认真地讲起故事：“嫦娥因为喝了不死药，飞到月亮上去了。En: The three stood in front of the display board, and Mei earnestly began to tell the story: "Chang'e flew to the moon because she drank the elixir of immortality.Zh: 她带着月石，这些是她在天上的家。En: She took the moon rocks with her; these are her home in the sky."Zh: 金听得入神，兰微微点头，脸上露出欣慰的笑容。En: Jin listened intently, and Lan nodded slightly, with a contented smile on her face.Zh: 展览看完，孩子们都感到满足。En: After viewing the exhibition, the children felt satisfied.Zh: 临近中午，他们来到博物馆的大中庭，坐下来休息。En: Near noon, they went to the museum's main atrium and sat down to rest.Zh: 班上的同学们围坐在一起，分享着中秋节的月饼，En: Their classmates gathered around, sharing Mid-Autumn Festival mooncakes.Zh: 梅觉得这一刻无比和谐和温馨。En: Mei felt an unparalleled sense of harmony and warmth at that moment.Zh: 每咬一口月饼，都是友谊的象征。En: Every bite of mooncake was a symbol of friendship.Zh: 梅不仅找到了月石展览，也在这个过程中变得更加自信。En: Mei not only found the moon rock exhibition but also became more confident in the process.Zh: 她意识到，只要相信自己的直觉，她就可以完成任何目标。En: She realized that as long as she trusted her intuition, she could achieve any goal.Zh: 那个秋天的博物馆之行不仅丰富了他们对历史的了解，更加深了他们之间的友情。En: That museum visit in the autumn enriched their knowledge of history and deepened their friendship.Zh: 外面的树叶随风飘落，像中秋的故事一样美丽和动人。En: The leaves outside gently fell with the wind, as beautiful and touching as the Mid-Autumn story. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 人声鼎沸streaming: 洒下dappled shadows: 斑驳的光影curious: 好奇exhibition: 展览adventure: 冒险intently: 入神chaotic: 杂乱elixir of immortality: 不死药intuition: 直觉determined: 一心weaved: 穿过spotted: 看到immortality: 不死contented: 欣慰unparalleled: 无比harmonious: 和谐warming: 温馨symbol: 象征enriched: 丰富observing: 观察noting: 留意gathered: 围坐friendship: 友情autumn: 秋天shared: 分享details: 细节sat: 坐tall: 高大guide: 引导

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In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon celebrates a significant victory for election integrity as the U.S. Supreme Court restores President Trump's ability to utilize the SAVE database for ensuring clean voter rolls. Solomon discusses the implications of this ruling, which is set to influence the upcoming midterm elections, and highlights the reactions from various political figures across the nation.The episode also features an in-depth analysis of the recent China Summit, with insights from renowned expert Gordon Chang. Solomon and Chang dissect the outcomes of the summit, including China's controversial offer of 100,000 visas for American students, which many view as a strategy for propaganda and indoctrination.Joining the conversation is Rebecca Grant, a national security analyst, who shares her perspectives on the summit's discussions and the broader implications for U.S.-China relations. Additionally, Aaron Wythe from the Freedom Foundation provides updates on efforts to foster competition in the education sector, particularly regarding the influence of the National Education Association.Finally, the episode turns to economic trends, with Allegiance Gold's co-founder Alex Ebkarian offering insights into the current market dynamics, including rising interest rates and fluctuating gas prices, and discussing the potential investment opportunities in gold.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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With AI investment accelerating, energy costs rising and Treasury yields pushing to multi-decade highs, investors are confronting a market where few assets look obviously cheap. Jimmy Chang, chief investment officer of Rockefeller Global Family Office, joins Bloomberg Intelligence chief US interest rate strategist Ira Jersey to discuss that and more on this Macro Matters edition of the FICC Focus podcast. Chang explains how the extraordinary scale of AI-related capital spending is supporting economic growth while also adding inflation pressure through shortages of power, semiconductors and other inputs. The two discuss why 10-year Treasury yields above 5% may be consistent with strong nominal growth, when extending duration could become attractive and how additional Federal Reserve tightening might ultimately slow the economy. They also examine the record amount of cash in money-market funds, why Chang doesn't view it simply as “dry powder” and how higher yields are reinforcing a K-shaped economy. The episode closes with a longer-term discussion of AI investment, potential overcapacity, power demand and why family-office portfolios may benefit from diversification across bonds, precious metals and other hard assets. The Macro Matters podcast is part of BI's FICC Focus series. 

Tous les jours, actualité, débats et bonne humeur rythment L'Heure des pros. Ce jeudi, Pascal Praud s'intéresse à la campagne présidentielle pour l'élection de 2027 qui a débuté depuis plusieurs semaines.Vous voulez réagir ? Appelez-le 01.80.20.39.21 (numéro non surtaxé) ou rendez-vous sur les réseaux sociaux d'Europe 1 pour livrer votre opinion et débattre sur grandes thématiques développées dans l'émission du jour.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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1941 PEARL HARBORCONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-21-26.Examining Houthi Resilience And Arabian HistoryEdmund Fitton-Brown analyzes the escalating offensive by Houthi forces as they push to control the Yemen highlands. President Trump reportedly halted planned American airstrikes while Houthis targeted Riyadh and threatened key Saudi Arabian infrastructure. Fitton-Brown emphasizes that the Houthis represent a Zaydi revivalist movement with revolutionary ambitions extending from Mecca to Hormuz. Their expansion presents an existential threat to Saudi Arabia, which remains vulnerable due to deep internal divisions among anti-Houthi coalition partners and the withdrawal of Emirati forces. Furthermore, historical precedents highlight North Yemen's longstanding resistance to external domination, while security concerns continue to grow across the entire region. (1)Honoring Pearl Harbor Hero Doris MillerTom Modly discusses his decision as Acting Secretary of the Navy to name a Gerald R. 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In this episode, Phillip Chang, MD, Chief Medical and Quality Officer at CommonSpirit Health, discusses physician burnout and well-being, the role of AI scribes and documentation tools, and how CommonSpirit supports both employed and independent physicians. He also shares lessons on physician leadership, moral injury and bridging the gap between clinicians and the C-suite.

1898Evaluating Economic Challenges Facing Modern ChinaAndrew Collier, co-host Gordon Chang: Collier and Chang evaluate China's economic headwinds ahead of an upcoming bilateral summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping. Collier highlights China's slowing economy, growing isolationism, exit bans, and severe youth unemployment officially reported above nineteen percent. Describing China as an I-shaped economy where technology dominates while broader consumer sectors struggle, Collier notes that economic recovery faces significant hurdles. Both analysts express skepticism about major breakthroughs from the Trump-Xi meeting. Meanwhile, impending European Union tariff threats against Chinese electric vehicle exports pose a far greater long-term risk to Beijing's primary economic export engine moving forward. (5)

1966Investigating Rumors Surrounding Xi Jinping's HealthBill Gertz, co-host Gordon Chang: Gertz and Chang discuss intense speculation regarding Chinese leader Xi Jinping's health following unusual behavior at the BRICS summit in New Delhi. Reports indicate Xi grimaced during sessions, missed a major banquet, and prompted rumors of medical treatment at Hospital 301 in Beijing. Chang notes that senior leadership health remains strictly guarded, with periodic disappearances historically used to gauge political loyalty. The uncertainty unfolds shortly before a planned high-stakes summit in Washington between Xi and President Trump. Discussions are expected to cover trade truce extensions, artificial intelligence, rare earth minerals, and ongoing cross-strait tensions regarding Taiwan. (4)

Michael Cohen sits down with author Gordon Chang to examine the intensifying U.S.-China competition over artificial intelligence. Chang discusses China's efforts to close the technology gap, the debate over AI regulation in the United States, and the challenges of applying traditional arms-control frameworks to rapidly evolving software. The conversation explores the potential military, economic, and geopolitical consequences of the AI race—and the broader implications for the global balance of power.

In this special crossover episode, Tuesday Night IBS co-founder Jeffrey Roberts, MSEd, BSc, is joined by William D. Chey, MD, Lin Chang, MD, Kate Scarlata, MPH, RDN, LDN, and Amanda Lynett, MS, RDN, at the FOOD is the Main Course conference. ·       How did you manage the diet paradigm shift for managing care in GI conditions? 2:28 ·       How did witnessing the use of multidisciplinary treatment teams change your clinical practice? 15:05 ·       What was it like to manage the unique emotional toll in your career without burning out?  26:13 ·       What advice do you have for residents and fellows in GI? 43:36 ·       What core values do you hope others have learned from your leadership roles? 58:06 We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to guttalkpodcast@healio.com. Follow us on X @HealioGastro, @sameerkberry and @umfoodoc. For more Tuesday Night IBS, be sure check out TuesdayNightIBS.com and to follow and subscribe to their podcast.   References: ·       Drossman DA. Gastroenterology. 2001;doi:10.1053/gast.2001.28976. ·       Khan S, et al. Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2010;doi:10.1038/nrgastro.2010.137.   Chang reports consulting for Ardelyx, Atmo, Eli Lilly & Co., FoodMarble, GSK, Ironwood Pharmaceuticals and Ono Pharmaceutical; receiving speaking fees from Bausch Health; receiving research grants from AnX Robotica and Ironwood; serving on the Rome Foundation board of directors; and having unvested stock options with FoodMarble, ModifyHealth, PICO Health and Trellus Health. Scarlata reports having stock options with Verve Market, Epicured LLC and Fody Foods and receiving financial support from Ardelyx, Salix pharmaceuticals, Orgain and Activia. Chey, Lynett and Roberts report no relevant financial disclosures.   Chang is professor of medicine and vice chief of the Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Lynett is the lead registered dietitian with the division of gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Michigan and co-director of the Food The Main Course conference. Roberts is a patient advocate and creator of the first website for IBS sufferers. He is the co-founder of Tuesday Night IBS. Scarlata is a U.S.-based dietitian with over 30 years of experience. Her expertise is in gastrointestinal disorders and food intolerance.

In the headlines today, Prime Minister Anutin has made some bold statements regarding tougher action on foreign lawbreakers; then Thailand is set to review citizenship rules and previous approvals, in crime news a luxury mansion in bangkok was raided for targeting scams in Japan, in economic news some troubling news regarding Thais carrying debt into retirement, in a bizarre story an Omani man was caught smuggling 22 live animals at suvarnabhumi airport, and a little later Lisa made an appearance on Jimmy Fallon offering the host Som Tom and Chang beer.

Qui a vraiment façonné New York ? Derrière les gratte-ciel, les ponts et les grandes avenues, des femmes ont transformé la ville par leurs combats, leurs œuvres, leur voix et leur détermination.Dans cet épisode de Raconte-moi New York, partons à la rencontre de six destins exceptionnels.Elizabeth Jennings Graham, d'abord, qui refuse de quitter un tramway ségrégé en 1854 et ouvre une brèche majeure dans le combat pour l'égalité dans les transports publics new-yorkais. Puis Jane Jacobs, figure emblématique de Greenwich Village, qui défend les rues vivantes, les quartiers populaires et les habitants face aux grands projets autoroutiers.Nous évoquons aussi Billie Holiday, dont la voix et la chanson Strange Fruit ont fait entendre l'indicible ; Lorraine Hansberry, qui fait entrer sur Broadway l'histoire d'une famille noire confrontée aux inégalités et au racisme ; Diane Arbus, qui photographie un New York loin des cartes postales ; et Shirley Chisholm, enfant de Brooklyn devenue la première femme noire élue au Congrès américain et une candidate présidentielle pionnière.Six femmes, six chemins, six façons de changer une ville.Un épisode sur le droit de circuler, de vivre dans son quartier, de faire entendre sa voix, d'être représenté et de prendre toute sa place dans l'histoire de New York.Rendez-nous visite désormais sur notre site internet : https://racontemoinewyork.com/Retrouvez tous les liens des réseaux sociaux et des plateformes du podcast ici : https://linktr.ee/racontemoinewyorkHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The 2016 South Korean sensation TRAIN TO BUSAN may not have completely reinvented the zombie movie, but it certainly gave the poor old undead genre a much-needed jolt of electricity. After years of shambling along through something of a slow and painful downturn, zombies suddenly had somewhere to go—and they were getting there very, very quickly. Now, director Sang-ho Yeon, the man who helped put some bite back into the genre, returns with his latest offering, COLONY, which arrived in North American theaters on August 28, 2026, following its earlier premiere in South Korea.From IMDb: “Professor Se Jeong attends a biotech conference, only to witness it spiral into catastrophe when a rapidly mutating virus is unleashed. As the outbreak spreads and the infected begin to transform, authorities seal off the entire facility.” And, well, that sounds like precisely the sort of conference nobody wants to put on their calendar. Directed by Sang-ho Yeon and co-written with Gyu-seok Choi, COLONY features Ji-hyun Jun, Kyo-hwan Koo, Chang-wook Ji, and a sizable ensemble of unlucky souls who find themselves in decidedly unhealthy circumstances.With critics giving the film a healthy 81% positive rating—and audiences being even more enthusiastic at a whopping 94%—COLONY appears to be doing for the zombie genre what TRAIN TO BUSAN did nearly a decade ago: giving the corpse a little shake and reminding everyone that the undead still have plenty of life left in them. Your co-hosts now venture into Yeon's latest outbreak, dodge the infected, and offer their thoughts on whether COLONY deserves a place among the genre's liveliest new arrivals.

CAPTION 1970 IRANSTREAMING MAKING JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW WITH CHANG, BURTON, GRANT, TOZZI, 9-16-2026Canada's European Pivot and the Pacific HellscapeTonight's broadcast outlines a shifting geopolitical landscape characterized by Canada's pivot away from the United States toward a new "associate membership" with the European Union. Experts discuss how this transition is fueled by a perception of American unreliability and an increasing desire for economic resilience against potential trade retaliations. The dialogue further explores the "hellscape" defense strategy in the Pacific, which utilizes massed drone technology to deter a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Central to the discussion is the upcoming summit between the American and Chinese heads of state, with a focus on transnational repression and the fate of political prisoners like Jimmy Lai. Ultimately, the broadcast highlights a global trend where traditional allies are reevaluating their dependencies on both Washington and Beijing in favor of strategic autonomy.

This week on Locked & Probably Loaded with DJ & Kelly, we're off to an appropriately chaotic start: Kelly is bleeding, DJ's face is bright red from tretinoin, and we're discussing the strategic value of loudly talking about anal sex while sneaking an entire meal into a movie theater. Kelly has been watching videos from this year's Halloween Horror Nights and has concluded that the scariest part may actually be paying to stand in a three-hour line for a two-minute haunted house. Then her internet disappears mid-recording, so DJ gives everyone an impromptu tour of his antiquities collection. DJ is also preparing to travel with an astronaut costume—and has already learned the hard way that once the helmet is assembled, getting it home is another problem entirely. Last time, a gate agent's solution was simple: wear the astronaut helmet onto the plane. Then things get slightly more serious as we talk about the inability to admit when you're wrong, cancel culture, Pink's reaction to Macklemore, generational conflict and why humanity sometimes seems considerably closer to running toward the thunder than evolving past any of this. DJ & Kelly at the Movies returns with Buddy—a bizarre comedy-horror movie that both of us loved—and Onslaught, which worked considerably better when the theater was literally spraying us in the face. We also discover DJ's perfect podcasting outfit: shirt, underwear, socks and shoes. Finally, Kelly explains how a neighborhood walk nearly turned into a true-crime documentary when a coyote got within inches of her nephew. Good news: the child survived. Better news: DJ is now accepting babysitting jobs for only $3 million an hour. Chapters 00:00 – We're Off to a Hot Start 01:02 – DJ's Face Is Regenerating 02:36 – DJ Starts Rumors About His Friends 03:12 – How to Sneak Full Meals Into the Movies 04:23 – Halloween Horror Nights Is the Actual Nightmare 05:27 – Kelly's Internet Dies & DJ Gives a House Tour 07:53 – Halloween Horror Nights, Take Two 08:24 – DJ's Astronaut Costume Problem 09:31 – The Disposable Astronaut Helmet 10:18 – “You'll Have to Wear It on the Plane” 11:15 – Nothing Is Easy 12:05 – Airport Gate Agents Choose Violence 12:29 – The Cop, the Cell Phone & the Missing Hand 14:36 – DJ's Fear of Losing a Limb 15:01 – Grandpa's Ice-Factory Finger 15:22 – Holly, Jim, Holly & Jim 16:19 – DJ's Tennessee Storytime 17:09 – Do We Still Cancel People? 17:33 – Pink, Macklemore & Speaking Out 19:50 – We Just Lost Mayim Bialik as a Listener 23:42 – We're 15 Minutes From Running Away From Thunder 25:17 – DJ & Kelly at the Movies 25:28 – Buddy Was Weird as Fuck—and We Loved It 27:00 – Onslaught Was Fine 27:49 – Weird Movies That Are Weird Just to Be Weird 29:01 – DJ Needs to Do “I Don't Think So, Honey” 29:45 – I've Got Some Things I Don't Love 29:57 – DJ Is Podcasting in Underwear and Shoes 31:00 – DJ's Fargo Stunt Story 33:14 – Kelly Has Had Enough of Children 34:15 – A Coyote Almost Took Kelly's Nephew 36:26 – Don't Lose Your Dog to a Hawk 37:18 – More Onslaught & Getting Sprayed in 4D 38:44 – DJ Can't Quit P.F. Chang's 40:41 – Join Us on Patreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nous sommes le 4 mai 1979, à Londres. Margaret Thatcher devient la première femme « Prime minister » du Royaume-Uni. Celle que l'on nommera la « Dame de fer » va promouvoir la déréglementation financière, s'attaquera au pouvoir des syndicats, sera inflexible face aux grévistes de la faim de l'IRA mais permettra aussi à de nombreux locataires britanniques de racheter leurs logements sociaux. En quoi Margaret Thatcher a-t-elle transformé les codes du pouvoir et transformé la société britannique, et peut-être le monde ? On en parle avec Jean-Yves Le Naour, historien et scénariste. Auteur avec Emilio Van Der Zuyden de la bande dessinée « La sorcière qui a changé le monde » parue chez Grand Angle. Merci pour votre écoute Un Jour dans l'Histoire, c'est également en direct tous les jours de la semaine de 13h15 à 14h30 sur www.rtbf.be/lapremiere Retrouvez tous les épisodes d'Un Jour dans l'Histoire sur notre plateforme Auvio.be :https://auvio.rtbf.be/emission/5936 Intéressés par l'histoire ? Vous pourriez également aimer nos autres podcasts : L'Histoire Continue: https://audmns.com/kSbpELwL'heure H : https://audmns.com/YagLLiKEt sa version à écouter en famille : La Mini Heure H https://audmns.com/YagLLiKAinsi que nos séries historiques :Chili, le Pays de mes Histoires : https://audmns.com/XHbnevhD-Day : https://audmns.com/JWRdPYIJoséphine Baker : https://audmns.com/wCfhoEwLa folle histoire de l'aviation : https://audmns.com/xAWjyWCLes Jeux Olympiques, l'étonnant miroir de notre Histoire : https://audmns.com/ZEIihzZMarguerite, la Voix d'une Résistante : https://audmns.com/zFDehnENapoléon, le crépuscule de l'Aigle : https://audmns.com/DcdnIUnUn Jour dans le Sport : https://audmns.com/xXlkHMHSous le sable des Pyramides : https://audmns.com/rXfVppvN'oubliez pas de vous y abonner pour ne rien manquer.Et si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Mardi, la Fédération française de football (FFF) a officialisé la composition complète du staff de Zinédine Zidane, avec notamment l'intégration du podologue Serge Isidro au sein du staff médical. C'est pourtant le nom de Marc Rétali qui apparaissait pour occuper cette fonction dans la première version publiée sur le site de la fédération, mi-août. Jérôme voulait réagir à cette information.

CAPTION  1865 CALCUTTABRICS Summit Highlights Internal Geopolitical FracturesMelik Kaylan, co-host Gordon Chang: Kaylan and Chang analyze the BRICS summit in India, characterizing the bloc as an incoherent coalition marked by deep internal rivalries, particularly between China and India. Kaylan explains that while member nations grandstand against Western policies in the Middle East, they lack real unified operational strength. Turning to Turkey, Kaylan argues President Erdoğan pursues neo-Ottoman expansionism across Syria, North Africa, and the Horn of Africa to distract from severe domestic economic weakness. Chang adds that Erdoğan reversed his prior support for Uyghurs to secure Chinese financial backing. (10)

CAPTION 1916 YEMEN FIGHTING.CONTENTS-JBS-9-14-2026Houthis Expand Reach Across Strategic WaterwaysBridget Toomey discusses how Houthi rebels rapidly expanded control across Yemen's western coast, seizing the strategic port of Mocha and Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandeb choke point. Yemeni armed forces conducted counter-operations in a designated killbox around Mocha while displaying strikes on Houthi positions. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabiaclosed its critical oil pipeline following drone attacks attributed to Iran-backed Iraqi militias operating in coordination with the Houthis. The Trump administration continues offering intelligence support to Saudi Arabia while maintaining its policy of avoiding direct airstrikes under an existing mutual non-engagement agreement. (1)Israeli Strikes Target Reconstituting Hamas LeadershipSamuel Ben-Ur analyzes recent Israel Defense Forces eliminations of key Hamas figures in Gaza, notably Khan Yuniscommander Muhammad Abdul Salam al-Yuzuri. Al-Yuzuri was actively attempting to rebuild the Qassam Brigadesand plan attacks prior to his elimination. Hamas maintains military dominance across thirty percent of the yellow line and remains heavily integrated within civilian population centers. Meanwhile, progress on the Board of Peace disarmament plan remains stalled until after Israeli elections due to political sensitivity surrounding territorial concessions. Ben-Ur notes that voluntary Hamas disarmament is improbable, highlighting alternative stabilization initiatives like pilot zones. (2)Historical Roots Shape Modern Yemeni ConflictGregory Copley details the deep historical context of Yemen, tracing its lineage from the ancient Sabaean kingdom through the Mutawakkilite Kingdom. He explains how Saudi hostility toward Northern Yemen stems partly from historical Hashemite claims to Mecca and Medina. Copley emphasizes that Northern Yemeni forces are tough professional fighters rather than simple rebel groups, driven to fight for survival against Saudi strikes. He suggests that Washington and London should engage in separate diplomatic negotiations, leveraging Oman's Sultan as a discreet mediator during upcoming visits to negotiate an accommodation and establish regional peace. (3)Latin American Leaders Engage European ForumErnesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa discuss their participation in Slovenia's Bled Strategic Forum, highlighting growing Eastern European engagement with Latin America. Araújo draws parallels between Eastern Europe's 1989 liberation and Latin America's current struggle against narco-socialism. Regarding Venezuela, Peña Esclusa emphasizes that citizens reject interim president Delcy Rodríguez despite opposition leader María Corina Machado's primary victory. Turning to Brazil's upcoming election, Araújo outlines a major judicial scandal tying Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes to a fraudulent banker, severely impacting President Lula da Silva's reelection campaign against Flavio Bolsonaro. (4)Israeli Forces Detonate Strategic Hezbollah UndergroundDavid Daoud examines an Israeli detonation of Hezbollah's subterranean nerve center at Aita al-Shaab, which caused a 4.1 magnitude seismic event. The complex was originally designed for Hezbollah's planned invasion of the Galilee, a doctrine later mirrored by Hamas on October 7th. Daoud reports that Israeli forces are turning South Lebanon into a buffer zone to eliminate threats. However, he criticizes the Lebanese Armed Forces for failing to demonstrate real will to disarm Hezbollah, noting that 86% of reported LAF weapon seizures consisted merely of militarily insignificant bullets. (5)Canada Explores Strategic European Union AllianceConrad Black evaluates Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's proposal for a unique associate alliance with the European Union. Black notes Canadians would support freer trade and cultural exchanges, though full political submission to Brussels directives would be rejected. He highlights French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming meeting with Carney in St. Pierre and Miquelon as a significant recognition of Canadian distinctiveness. Furthermore, Black criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and trade deficit claims, pointing out that Canada sells oil at discounted rates and maintains balanced cross-border auto manufacturing integration. (6)Economic Analysis Exposes Costs Of TariffsVeronique de Rugy analyzes the economic consequences of trade wars, specifically examining cross-border tariffs between the United States and Canada. She refutes mercantilist arguments, demonstrating that domestic consumers shoulder tariff costs through higher prices and product scarcity rather than foreign producers paying the fees. De Rugy explains that protectionist tariffs harm domestic manufacturing by raising input costs on imported components. She notes that even domestic producers unexposed to foreign competition raise prices when shielded, and highlights how tariffs on Canadian lumber directly elevate American housing costs. (7)Russian Strikes Target Ukrainian Railway NetworksJohn Hardie assesses a Russian drone strike targeting a Ukrainian train near the Polish border where international VIPs and former European officials had recently passed. While French officials viewed the strike as intentional intimidation, Hardie notes precise Russian motives remain speculative. Additionally, Hardie analyzes reports surrounding President Trump's statements regarding an energy target ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. He defends Ukraine's strategy of striking Russian oil refineries, explaining that disrupting refined diesel production effectively squeezes Moscow's military budget and creates domestic public pressure. (8)United States Secures Historic Venezuelan PetroleumSamuel Ben-Ur provides updates on Venezuela's political transition and energy sector, detailing a massive 25-year oil agreement executed with interim president Delcy Rodríguez. The deal involves North American companies redeveloping 17 oil fields containing 65 billion barrels of proved reserves, redirecting petroleum exports exclusively to the United States away from China and Russia. Ben-Ur notes that major firms like Chevron will lead a hundred-billion-dollar infrastructure revitalization effort. However, he emphasizes that no firm election date has been established, leaving the political timetable for returning to democratic governance uncertain. (9)BRICS Summit Highlights Internal Geopolitical FracturesMelik Kaylan, co-host Gordon Chang: Kaylan and Chang analyze the BRICS summit in India, characterizing the bloc as an incoherent coalition marked by deep internal rivalries, particularly between China and India. Kaylan explains that while member nations grandstand against Western policies in the Middle East, they lack real unified operational strength. Turning to Turkey, Kaylan argues President Erdoğan pursues neo-Ottoman expansionism across Syria, North Africa, and the Horn of Africa to distract from severe domestic economic weakness. Chang adds that Erdoğan reversed his prior support for Uyghurs to secure Chinese financial backing. (10)

[REDIFFUSION] Bienvenue dans les Fabuleux Destins. Cette semaine, en quatre épisodes, nous allons vous raconter l'histoire d'un homme qui fait presque figure de légende. Et pourtant, il a bel et bien existé. Stratège de génie, tyran sanguinaire, conquérant humaniste et visionnaire, ce roi de l'Antiquité a changé la face du monde occidental à jamais. Son nom : Alexandre le Grand. Entre stratégie militaire, batailles épiques et ambitions démesurées, découvrez la troisième partie de son fabuleux destin.  Le plus grand empire de l'histoire 30 septembre -331. La plaine de Gaugamèles à côté de l'actuelle ville irakienne de Mossoul, est plongée dans l'obscurité. Mais au loin, des milliers de flammes brillent dans la nuit comme autant de lucioles : les feux de camp de l'ennemi. Charriée par le vent, l'odeur de la braise fumante et des herbes sauvages se répand dans les airs jusqu'aux bivouacs des Grecs. Parmi les fiers guerriers d'Alexandre, personne n'arrive à trouver le sommeil. La peur s'insinue dans l'esprit de chacun. Car à cette heure tardive, des grondements sourds résonnent de l'autre côté de la plaine. Les Perses se tiennent en ordre de bataille. Et vu les bruits qui émanent de leur campement, ils sont venus nombreux… très nombreux… et avec du renfort…! Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Elie Olivennes Voix : Andréa Brusque Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[REDIFFUSION] Bienvenue dans les Fabuleux Destins. Cette semaine, en quatre épisodes, nous allons vous raconter l'histoire d'un homme qui fait presque figure de légende. Et pourtant, il a bel et bien existé. Stratège de génie, tyran sanguinaire, conquérant humaniste et visionnaire, ce roi de l'Antiquité a changé la face du monde occidental à jamais. Son nom : Alexandre le Grand. De sa conquête totale de l'empire perse à son héritage qui perdure encore aujourd'hui, découvrez la quatrième et dernière partie de son fabuleux destin.  De roi des rois… à tyran Semaine après semaine, Alexandre fait avancer ses troupes vers l'Est. Toujours plus loin, vers l'Est. Mais le mécontentement commence à monter dans ses rangs. Les soldats n'ont plus autant confiance en leur roi qu'avant. Certains se mettent même à le regarder de travers, comme s'ils défiaient son autorité. Ou pire : comme s'ils préparaient quelque chose… Depuis longtemps, la cour macédonienne est le théâtre de complots, de machinations politiques et de meurtres. Alexandre ne le sait que trop bien : il a vu, 6 ans auparavant, son père, Philippe, se faire poignarder dans le dos par l'un de ses gardes personnels ! Alors il se méfie. Mais la méfiance laisse peu à peu la place à la paranoïa… Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Elie Olivennes Voix : Andréa Brusque Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[REDIFFUSION] Bienvenue dans les Fabuleux Destins. Cette semaine, en quatre épisodes, nous allons vous raconter l'histoire d'un homme qui fait presque figure de légende. Et pourtant, il a bel et bien existé. Stratège de génie, tyran sanguinaire, conquérant humaniste et visionnaire, ce roi de l'Antiquité a changé la face du monde occidental à jamais. Son nom : Alexandre le Grand. De son enfance au palais de Macédoine jusqu'à son accession au trône, découvrez la première partie de son fabuleux destin.  Né pour régner  Été 344 avant Jésus-Christ. Un soleil de plomb écrase les plaines de Macédoine. Médusé, le roi observe son fils, et son intelligence le frappe soudain comme un éclair. Sa voix résonne alors dans toute la cour : « Mon garçon, la Macédoine est trop petite. Cherche un royaume qui soit digne de toi ! ». Une parole visionnaire, lancée presque au hasard. Car à cet instant précis, Philippe II n'imagine pas une seconde que la renommée de son fils, Alexandre, éclipsera bientôt la sienne pour les siècles à venir… Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Elie Olivennes Voix : Andréa Brusque Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[REDIFFUSION] Bienvenue dans les Fabuleux Destins. Cette semaine, en quatre épisodes, nous allons vous raconter l'histoire d'un homme qui fait presque figure de légende. Et pourtant, il a bel et bien existé. Stratège de génie, tyran sanguinaire, conquérant humaniste et visionnaire, ce roi de l'Antiquité a changé la face du monde occidental à jamais. Son nom : Alexandre le Grand. De ses premières campagnes militaires à son affrontement avec le roi de Perse, découvrez la deuxième partie de son fabuleux destin.  À la conquête de la Perse  Mai -334. À l'Ouest de l'actuelle Turquie, le fleuve du Granique s'écoule paisiblement. Et en cette fin d'après-midi, sur ses berges, deux armées gigantesques se font face. Alexandre se sait en légère infériorité numérique, mais il a confiance dans sa stratégie. Juché sur son fidèle cheval Bucéphale, il dégaine soudain son épée, galope le long de la première ligne de son armée, et plonge son regard dans celui de chacun de ses hommes. « Soldats ! Combattez vaillamment et la Perse est à nous !! ». Il pousse alors un cri de guerre qui résonne dans les airs… et charge l'ennemi sur la droite… Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Elie Olivennes Voix : Andréa Brusque Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Loyal King does everything right. He writes ahead to Shanghai to announce he's coming – as a friend! And only for the Qing parts of the city! His standing orders: no firing on the foreigners, you get your head chopped off. He even signs off wishing them all good health until he can meet them in person. It's returned unopened. As is the second one. And so, in the third week of August 1860, an army marching under orders not to shoot back spends 5 days being shelled outside the walls of a city they thought friendly… all culminating with the French burning the suburbs to the ground, with everyone still inside. And those soldiers holding that wall on the Qing's behalf? They're the rear echelon of an expedition sailing north to burn down the dynasty's capital.Time Period Covered:June-Aug. 1860 CE Major Historical Figures:The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom:Hong Rengan, the Shield King (Gan Wang), Prime Minister [1822–1864]Li Xiucheng, the Loyal King (Zhong Wang) [1823–1864] The Qing:Xue Huan, acting Governor of JiangsuWu Xu, the Shanghai DaotaiYang Fang, banker; head of the merchant syndicateHe Guiqing, cashiered Governor-General of Liangjiang [1816–1862] The Foreigners…At Shanghai:Frederick Bruce, British Minister to China [1814–1867]Thomas Taylor Meadows, acting British Consul at Shanghai [1815–1868]Frederick Townsend Ward, commander, Shanghai Foreign-Arms Corps [1831–1862]Thomas Francis Wade, first British Inspector of Customs at Shanghai [1818–1895]Horatio Nelson Lay, British Inspector of Customs from 1855 [1832–1898]Savage, English coastal pilot in Taiping service [d. 1860]In the North:James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin, British High Commissioner; Frederick Bruce's elder brother [1811–1863] Major Works Cited:Fairbank, John King. Trade and Diplomacy on the China Coast: The Opening of the Treaty Ports, 1842–1854.Jen, Yu-wen. The Taiping Revolutionary Movement.Michael, Franz, and Chung-li Chang. The Taiping Rebellion: History and Documents, Vols. I–III.Murphey, Rhoads. Shanghai: Key to Modern China.Platt, Stephen R. Autumn in the Heavenly Kingdom: China, the West, and the Epic Story of the Taiping Civil War.Spence, Jonathan D. God's Chinese Son: The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom of Hong Xiuquan.Twitchett, Denis, and John K. Fairbank, eds. The Cambridge History of China, Vol. 10: Late Ch'ing, 1800–1911, Part 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave makes million-dollar-bacon BLTs before Dave and Chris go through a money-themed MOIF, which reveals some wild secrets from Dave's childhood. Then, they start getting into that ever-uncomfortable topic with two dining guests: money.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get.Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/CHANG  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For a thousand years, Suzhou and Hangzhou stood as synonyms for the next best thing to Heaven itself. Well... that was before 1860. As of now, Hangzhou is a fire-gutted ruin, and Suzhou is next on the target list. But the army that does the most damage… is not the invader. The Taiping arrive to find the dirty work done ahead of them, by the very Qing forces assigned to defend the great southern city, and a vast number of the city having decided to "take matters into their own hands." As such, when a party of missionaries sails upriver from Shanghai to find out just what happened to Suzhou, they'll have to wade through a literal riverful of the dead. Time Period Covered:May-Aug. 1860 CE Major Historical Figures: The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom:Hong Xiuquan, the Heavenly King [1814–1864]Hong Rengan, the Shield King (Gan Wang), Prime Minister [1822–1864]Li Xiucheng, the Loyal King (Zhong Wang) [1823–1864] The Qing:The Xianfeng Emperor [1831–1861]He Guiqing, Governor-General of Liangjiang [1816–1862]Xu Youren, Governor of Jiangsu [d. 1860]Zeng Guofan, Governor-General of Liangjiang (from June 8, 1860); commander, Hunan Army [1811–1872]Ma Dezhao, Qing commander The Foreign Missionaries:Joseph Edkins, London Missionary Society [1823–1905]Jane Edkins, his wife [1841-1863]Griffith John, Welsh Congregationalist missionary [1831–1912]James Legge, London Missionary Society, Hong Kong [1815–1897] Major Works Cited:Jen, Yu-wen. The Taiping Revolutionary Movement.Michael, Franz, and Chung-li Chang. The Taiping Rebellion: History and Documents, Vols. I–III.Platt, Stephen R. Autumn in the Heavenly Kingdom: China, the West, and the Epic Story of the Taiping Civil War.Spence, Jonathan D. God's Chinese Son: The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom of Hong Xiuquan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CAPTION: 1890 PEKINGChina Rejects Global Trade ConsensusKamran Bokhari and Gordon Chang discuss China's refusal to sign a G20 finance ministers' consensus document, objecting to language targeting non-market policies that cause trade imbalances. Chang attributes this defiance to Xi Jinping's arrogance and belief in US decline. Bokhari explains that China is posturing ahead of a summit with Trump, utilizing command capitalism to flood global markets. Bokhari highlights a shifting security architecture in Asia, including Tokyo deploying fighter jets to India and Jakarta arming itself, driven by expectations of US retrenchment. Additionally, Xi Jinping maintains absolute control domestically through extensive military purges while building ties with Egypt. (2)

CAPTION: 1955.CONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-2-2026Saudi Arabia Seeks Nuclear EnrichmentAndrea Stricker discusses the Trump administration's submission of a Section 123 nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress. This agreement could grant Saudi Arabia dual-use uranium enrichment and plutonium reprocessing capabilities, potentially enabling nuclear weapon development. A major concern is Saudi Arabia's refusal to sign the IAEA's Additional Protocol, which permits inspections of undeclared nuclear sites. Although Congress has 90 days to review and potentially block the accord, overcoming a presidential veto would require an unlikely two-thirds majority. Stricker notes the administration's claims about Chinese and Russian competition lack evidence. (1)China Rejects Global Trade ConsensusKamran Bokhari and Gordon Chang discuss China's refusal to sign a G20 finance ministers' consensus document, objecting to language targeting non-market policies that cause trade imbalances. Chang attributes this defiance to Xi Jinping's arrogance and belief in US decline. Bokhari explains that China is posturing ahead of a summit with Trump, utilizing command capitalism to flood global markets. Bokhari highlights a shifting security architecture in Asia, including Tokyo deploying fighter jets to India and Jakarta arming itself, driven by expectations of US retrenchment. Additionally, Xi Jinping maintains absolute control domestically through extensive military purges while building ties with Egypt. (2)Steve Yates Warns Of ConflictSteve Yates and Gordon Chang address China's refusal to sign the G20 finance ministers' statement, which criticized "non-market" policies. Yates views this as an honest admission that Beijing has no intention of conforming to international trade standards. He praises Treasury Secretary Bessent for maintaining a firm stance alongside allies. Anticipating the September 24th summit between Trump and Xi Jinping, Yates notes that Washington has delayed a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to preserve positive "mood music." Finally, Yates warns of the "CRINK" axis—comprising China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea—collaborating on military supply chains and conflicts. (3)Global Energy And Food CrisisMichael Bernstam outlines a compounding global energy and food crisis. Tensions between the US and Iran have halted critical oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, driving Brent crude prices up. Meanwhile, European winter natural gas prices have tripled due to storages being filled only to 62%. High gas prices also restrict fertilizer production, which, coupled with Black Sea port bombings by Russia and Ukraine, has caused a spike in global grain prices. Finally, despite US interest in Venezuelan heavy crude to produce diesel, decades of local mismanagement limit production. (4)Young Conservatives Embrace Nixon MaxingRyan Bangert explores the Gen Z trend of "Nixon maxing," where young conservatives view Richard Nixon as a heroic avatar resisting 1970s extremism. Bangert argues this aesthetic misinterprets Nixon as a revolutionary. In reality, Nixon was a counterrevolutionary who sought to preserve and revitalize established institutions based on the values of the American founding. Contrastingly, Bangert highlights the philosophical division between the destructive, post-Christian French Revolution and the enduring American Revolution. Ultimately, he urges young conservatives to appreciate Nixon's true legacy: conserving institutional checks and balances to temper flawed human nature. (5)Treasury Targets Iranian Sanctions EvasionMax Maizlish explains how the Treasury Department's FinCEN is penalizing five branches of an Egyptian bank in Dubai to curb illicit financial flows. FinCEN identified $1.8 billion in suspicious transactions linked to the Iranianregime. To effectively dismantle Iran's financial network, Maizlish argues the US must target Chinese institutions, as China purchases over 90% of Iran's crude oil. Specifically, he advocates for blacklisting the Bank of Kunlun—a state-owned Chinese entity heavily involved in Iranian sanctions evasion. Maizlish asserts that CNPC officials are fully aware of these illicit transactions, making decisive sanctions necessary. (6)El Niño Defies Weather ForecastsJeremy Zakis reports on the unpredictable impacts of the current super El Niño on Australian weather. Contrary to long-term dry forecasts, Sydney is experiencing unseasonable, rolling rain showers, while Western Australia faces extreme heat exceeding 100°F. Zakis warns that if droughts strike in late September rather than mid-October, Australia faces a catastrophic, extended bushfire season fueled by rapid undergrowth. Beyond Australia, extreme weather anomalies like French tornadoes and Southern California hurricane warnings are linked to historically high Pacific sea temperatures. Additionally, warm temperatures have caused dangerous eastern brown snakes to begin moving early. (7)brown snakes to begin moving early. (7)Axis Cooperates On Advanced WeaponryBradley Bowman and Mark Montgomery, authors of Axis of Aggressors, analyze the rising military coordination detailed in their book. They reveal a secret Russian program helping Iran build supersonic cruise missiles using ramjet engines, which pose a severe threat to US and merchant vessels in the Gulf. Furthermore, China assists Iran with chemical precursors and satellite targeting data. Beyond the Middle East, Russia engages in hybrid warfare in Europe, including attempted drone attacks in Germany. In response, Germany is significantly increasing defense spending and deploying a combat brigade to Lithuania to bolster deterrence. (8)Commodity Prices Spike Amid UnrestSimon Constable discusses recent extreme weather, including an unprecedented tornado in the south of France that damaged 300 homes. This disruption mirrors severe instability in the commodity markets, where Brent crude has surged to $94 a barrel, European gas has jumped 26%, and Black Sea grain prices have spiked up to 16%. Constable also critiques the new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham for focusing on minor local issues rather than global crises. Finally, he reviews public backlash against data centers, which consume substantial water and over 4% of total US electricity. (9)SpaceX Builds Massive Private SpaceportBob Zimmerman highlights SpaceX's purchase of a massive plot in Louisiana to establish a private spaceport capable of hosting dozens of Starship flights daily. Zimmerman argues that SpaceX's market-driven approach ensures success, whereas state-sponsored space programs in the UK and Canada often flounder due to bureaucracy. He outlines SpaceX's progress, including recovering the prototype 13 Starship and preparing for flight 14. Finally, Zimmerman notes the successful, on-budget launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, upgrades to NASA's Deep Space Network, and the upcoming nuclear-powered Skyfall mission to Mars. (10)