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Bernie and Sid
Colonel Jack Jacobs | Medal of Honor Recipient | 05-23-25

Bernie and Sid

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 22:51


Colonel Jack Jacobs calls in ahead of Memorial Day weekend to deliver a special Memorial Day message to Sid and his Sid & Friends in the Morning listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Voices from DARPA
Racing on the Edge - Episode 87

Voices from DARPA

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 20:46


RACER enables off-road vehicles to travel autonomously and reliably at high speeds over cross-country terrain, enabling new capabilities for our warfighters. Since the DARPA Grand Challenge kicked off more than 20 years ago, the Department of Defense has been very publicly invested in creating the capabilities necessary for ground vehicles to travel autonomously in areas without roads, signs, maps, or even GPS signals. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Stuart Young, who leads the Robotic Autonomy in Complex Environments with Resiliency (RACER) program, which is creating platform agnostic autonomy capable of operating in complex, mission-relevant, off-road environments that are significantly more unpredictable than on-road conditions. We also speak with Dr. Trent Mills, a Colonel in the U.S. Army and special assistant to the DARPA director. Mills shares a warfighter perspective on what the Army has learned from RACER, and how autonomy is being integrated into the way the Army prepares and thinks about future engagements.  Check out videos from earlier experiments to better envision what testing looks like in the field: RACER Experiment 4 – Heavy Platform Highlight Video RACER Experiment 4 – Cockpit view of an autonomous off-road run in TX RACER Experiment 3 – Highlight video In the interview, Young shares: The importance of real-world experimentation and testing How the RACER program has evolved over its time  How performers on RACER have spun out innovative companies to accelerate bringing new capabilities to the warfighter The confluence of technologies that have made off-road autonomy viable What edge case scenarios RACER is still exploring and trying to solve, and what success means for the program 

HeroFront
I Looked Successful on the Outside — But I Was Falling Apart Inside | @LisaTauai

HeroFront

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 73:20


FROM MILITARY LEADER TO MISS USA INTERNATIONALLisa Tauai's Unbelievable Transition Story | HeroFront PodcastWhat happens when a 20-year Air Force commander trades her uniform for a crown? In this epic episode, we sit down with Lisa Tauai — a retired Lt. Colonel, nationally recognized dietitian, and current Miss USA International 2025 — to explore what it really takes to reinvent your life after military service.Whether you're navigating transition, battling imposter syndrome, or dreaming bigger than your circumstances, Lisa's story is your roadmap to rising strong.00:00 – Intro Trailer04:50 – Lisa's Joyful Energy and “Flow” Mentality05:31 – Fish-Forward Nutrition and Sustainable Wellness06:49 – True Crime TV and America's Most Wanted Story09:39 – Instagram Growth and Meta Verification Secrets14:50 – Pageant Queen Origins: First Time on Stage18:44 – Air Force to Runway: How She Did It22:54 – Squadron Commander Lessons on Leadership29:50 – Veteran Depression and Finding Post-Service Identity34:35 – Launching “Vegas Saints” and Creating Legacy Content39:52 – Why Veterans Need to Prioritize Health Now46:15 – Purpose and Longevity: What Blue Zones Teach Us52:13 – Lisa's NICU Trauma and Motherhood Resilience1:04:09 – Parenting, Perspective, and Post-Military Healing1:16:04 – Where Lisa's Going Next (Cosmetology and Coaching)1:21:04 – Military vs Civilian Mindset: Owning Your Voice1:24:04 – Final Message: “You're Not Too Late — Start Now”GUEST: LISA TAUAIMiss USA International 2025Registered Dietitian, Veteran, SpeakerInstagram: @lisatauaiIf Lisa's story inspired you, be sure to follow, rate, and share this episode. Your support helps us continue amplifying the voices of veterans, leaders, and everyday heroes.Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

Les invités France Bleu Sud Lorraine
" Les gendarmes sont formés pour gérer les risques lors d'un refus d'obtempérer " assure le colonel Sébastien Brach

Les invités France Bleu Sud Lorraine

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 7:00


durée : 00:07:00 - L'invité de la rédaction de "ici Sud Lorraine" - Quatre jours après qu'un gendarme a été violemment percuté par un motard de 20 ans lors d'un refus d'obtempérer à Neuves-Maisons près de Nancy, nous recevions en direct le Colonel Sébastien Brach, il commande le groupement de gendarmerie de Meurthe-et-Moselle.

Startup Anthology
From West Point to Startups: Leadership Lessons from Colonel (Ret.) Jim Orbock

Startup Anthology

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 29:02


Join me, Jeremy Willis, on Startup Anthology as we dive into a riveting conversation with retired Colonel Jim Orbock in our latest episode, From West Point to Startups: Leadership Lessons from Colonel (Ret.) Jim Orbock. Recorded live at the Military Connected Mentorship Meetup, Jim shares his remarkable journey from West Point to leading troops in Afghanistan, and now to entrepreneurship with Spartan Financial. Discover the challenges of transitioning from military leadership to startup culture and how Jim leverages servant leadership to build lasting team dynamics. We explore the importance of narrowing your vision, the value of mentorship, and the art of balancing personal and organizational goals. This episode is packed with insights for anyone navigating the startup world. Tune in to learn how to lead effectively, whether you're managing a team of five or a hundred.

Pete McMurray Show
A new Rambo book reveals wild behind-the-scenes moment, "Kirk Douglas was assigned to play (the colonel)..he shows up... with his own version of the script he'd written. And both Stallone and the director said you're not going to change th

Pete McMurray Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 13:00


Nat Segaloff joined us to talk about his new book The Rambo Report: Five Films, Three Books, One LegendNat talks:-Brian Dennehy played the Sheriff -Stallone did not want veterans watching the movie -Kirk Douglas was assigned to pay the role Richard Crenna plays (the colonel), but he shows up on the set with his on version of the script he'd written.  And both Stallone and the director said you're not going to change the character.  So he left!-Rambo was an apple Discussing his other work-John Belushi and how Jane Curtin was upset with Lorne Michaels  To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

the Random Kristian show
“Reel Random James DuMont Unscripted” The credits may roll, but the stories keep going S13 Ep4

the Random Kristian show

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 98:58


Exciting Guest Alert!Today My Guest is actor James DuMont (you've seen him in The Walking Dead, The Butler, The Righteous Gemstones and so much more!) and he's joining The Random Kristian Show for a wild ride of laughs, stories, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood fun and will be talking about another series he's joined and is filming RIGHT NOW!Don't miss it – it's gonna be random, real, and ridiculously entertaining!Andy and I will be doing our ever popular Random Taste Testing!!And we couldn't do this as well with out MRS A'S FAMOUS SALSA BUENA, RABBITINREDRADIO.COM, & Spreaker & iHeart Radio & The Colonel with THE ADVISER facebook Group and our friends at Creative Coatings and Promotional help from SK Robert!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-random-kristian-show--5624504/support.

Mandy Connell
05-16-25 Interview - Colonel Michael Scott Stands with Israel

Mandy Connell

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 19:54 Transcription Available


COLONEL MICHAEL SCOTT STANDS WITH ISRAEL And unlike most of us who just SAY that he is putting action to words as a battle tested Australian commander of troops who is putting his money where his mouth is. He joins me at 1pm to talk about his visits to Gaza to talk to IDF soldiers and why he believes the IDF is the most ethical fighting force in the world. Read his column on it here. He joins me at 1pm. Find out more about him by clicking here. Find out about his organization The 2023 Foundation here.

Stew and the Nunn
Lima Charlie Episode 12, with Mitchell Taco Bell

Stew and the Nunn

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 74:23


Lieutenant Colonel (ret) Mitchell “Taco” Bell joined the Marine Corps in 1986 and was winged a Naval Aviator in January of 1991. He flew the KC-130 in Cherry Point, NC, Okinawa Japan and Fort Worth TX in the Reserves. His primary duty has been Recruiting for nine of his 29 years in the Marine Corps.In 1998, he left active duty, was hired by American Airlines, and currently flies the Boeing 787 around the world. As a reservist, he ran an old Mig Base in TQ Iraq from 2005 to 2006 and worked with the Afghan Police for 8 months in 2008 and again for a short tour in 2009 with Prison Corrections over in Afghanistan.Taco currently assists with numerous charities and Veterans organizations in the DFW area. He directs the Purple Hearts Reunited Valor Guard, a return team dedicated to delivering lost medals of valor across the country. In addition, Taco has conducted return ceremonies himself, on behalf of Purple Hearts Reunited (PHR). He has been on the show before talking about PHR before and the great things that organization does.

The Ryan Kelley Morning After
TMA (5-12-25) Hour 4 - There Is No Budget & EMOTD

The Ryan Kelley Morning After

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 15:11


(00:00-9:27) Birds need oxygen, there's no doubt about that. Colonel's Ten Thoughts For a Monday Morning. Slow time in the sports calendar for Gabe. Doug played in the Junior College World Series. There's no budget for The Real Housewives of TMA. Did any Girls Next Door make it big in Hollywood?(9:35-9:56) Shaping up to be a big E-Mail of the Day.(10:06-15:02) E-Mail of the DaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every Day’s a Saturday - USMC Veteran
Interview 124- Retired Marine Lt. Colonel and Author Jason West

Every Day’s a Saturday - USMC Veteran

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 61:59


Discover leadership insights from Jason West, a retired Marine Lt. Colonel, in Leadership Development: A Blueprint for Building Your Leadership Foundation. West shares his experiences leading in combat zones, lessons from his time in the Marine Corps, and what it was like transitioning into civilian leadership after retiring from the Marines.leadership development, leadership skills, business leadership, Marine Corps leadership, servant leadership, military leadership, Jason West, leadership book, management skills, leadership training, leadership principles, veteran leadership, retired Marine

The Guy Gordon Show
U.S. Steps into India-Pakistan Ceasefire

The Guy Gordon Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 9:08


May 12, 2025 ~ The United States has played a crucial role in mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Rocky Raczkowski, retired Lt. Colonel for the U.S. Army and former Chairman of the Oakland County Republican Party, talks with Lloyd, Jamie, and Chris Renwick about the increased pressures between the two countries.

Superfeed! from The Incomparable
Agents of SMOOCH 133: Always Be the Colonel Brandon

Superfeed! from The Incomparable

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 87:29


The Austenheads return. For today’s mission, we return to Austen with the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility. This movie is packed with stars, beautiful scenery, and romance…and add in a flatulent horse. But we must also delve into inheritance laws and what is wrong with Mansfield Park. Annette Wierstra with Amanda-Rae Prescott, Sandra Wong, Shelly Brisbin and Moisés Chiullán.

Agents of SMOOCH
133: Always Be the Colonel Brandon

Agents of SMOOCH

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 87:29


The Austenheads return. For today’s mission, we return to Austen with the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility. This movie is packed with stars, beautiful scenery, and romance…and add in a flatulent horse. But we must also delve into inheritance laws and what is wrong with Mansfield Park. Annette Wierstra with Amanda-Rae Prescott, Sandra Wong, Shelly Brisbin and Moisés Chiullán.

L'invité de RTL
ARMÉE - Le Colonel Michel Goya est l'invité de Jérôme Florin

L'invité de RTL

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 6:31


80e anniversaire de la victoire du 8 mai 1945 : quel est l'état de notre armée ? Sommes-nous prêts en cas de guerre ? Écoutez l'interview du Colonel Michel Goya, ancien officier des troupes de marine et docteur en Histoire contemporaine. Ecoutez Les trois questions de RTL Petit Matin avec Jérôme Florin du 08 mai 2025.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The Underclass Podcast
Already Dead: India Strikes Pakistan, Modified Signal App, $21T Underground Network, & More

The Underclass Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 104:39


Time Stamps:3:07 - The Wider Regional Conflict & the Permanent Establishment13:22 - US Will Stop Bombing Yemen18:03 - Trump's NSC Director24:03 - Modified Signal App30:30 - 764 Gatekeepers37:10 - "The Colonel" & The Temple of Set41:36 - Project Monarch55:05 - Already Dead Weekly Edit1:04:43 - $21 Trillion Underground Network1:08:05 - Johnny Gosch Abduction1:12:45 - Call-in PortionVenture into the shadowy realms of power and secrecy with Already Dead, where hosts Jose Galison (@towergangjose) and Austin Picard (@theatrethugawp) dissect the intricate web of conspiracy, covert operations, and the underlying political machinations that might just be pulling the strings of our society.What to Expect:Live Listener Interaction: Call in to share your theories, ask burning questions, or discuss personal experiences related to the topics at hand. In-Depth Explorations: Each episode focuses on a different conspiracy or hidden aspect of political history, offering a platform to question and analyze what's often left unsaid. Thought-Provoking Guests: We invite individuals with insider knowledge or those who've taken the red pill to discuss topics that range from the fringe to the forefront of conspiracy culture. Critical Analysis of Current Affairs: We don't just report on events; we interpret them through the lens of parapolitics, looking for patterns and hidden agendas.Join Us:Every Tuesday at 9:30 PM ET, dive into the depths of the unknown with us. Subscribe, participate in our live call-ins, and be part of a community that seeks to understand the world beyond the surface narrative.Disclaimer: This podcast thrives on speculation, hypothesis, and the examination of alternative theories. It's meant to provoke thought and encourage personal research. Not all discussed is proven fact, but rather a call to question, explore, and understand.Warning: For those not ready to challenge their worldview, tread carefully. Once you enter the world of Already Dead, you might find that the truth is often already dead to the uninitiated. Welcome aboard, where curiosity is your guide.Please consider supporting our work-Austin's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheUnderclassPodcastAustin's Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-underclass-podcast--6511540Austin's Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheUnderclassPodcastAustin's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheUnderclassPodcast#IndiaPakistanWar #WiderRegionalConflict #StopBombingYemen #WarIsaRacket #GazaAidScheme #PolicyofStarvation #TrumpsNSCDirector #MerevCeren #ModifiedSignalApp #764Gatekeepers #MichaelAquino #TempleofSet #ProjectMonarch #JohnnyGosch #PaulBonacci #TariffandSpend #DOGEDeception #TheEmpireStrikesBack #MikeWaltzMisdirection #UndergroundNetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-underclass-podcast--6511540/support.

No Way, Jose!
NWJ 510- Already Dead: India Strikes Pakistan, Modified Signal App, $21T Underground Network, & More

No Way, Jose!

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 104:39


Time Stamps:3:07 - The Wider Regional Conflict & the Permanent Establishment13:22 - US Will Stop Bombing Yemen18:03 - Trump's NSC Director24:03 - Modified Signal App30:30 - 764 Gatekeepers37:10 - "The Colonel" & The Temple of Set41:36 - Project Monarch55:05 - Already Dead Weekly Edit1:04:43 - $21 Trillion Underground City1:08:05 - Johnny Gosch AbductionVenture into the shadowy realms of power and secrecy with Already Dead, where hosts Jose Galison (@towergangjose) and Austin Picard (@theatrethugawp) dissect the intricate web of conspiracy, covert operations, and the underlying political machinations that might just be pulling the strings of our society.What to Expect:Live Listener Interaction: Call in to share your theories, ask burning questions, or discuss personal experiences related to the topics at hand.In-Depth Explorations: Each episode focuses on a different conspiracy or hidden aspect of political history, offering a platform to question and analyze what's often left unsaid.Thought-Provoking Guests: We invite individuals with insider knowledge or those who've taken the red pill to discuss topics that range from the fringe to the forefront of conspiracy culture.Critical Analysis of Current Affairs: We don't just report on events; we interpret them through the lens of parapolitics, looking for patterns and hidden agendas.Join Us: Every Tuesday at 9:30 PM ET, dive into the depths of the unknown with us. Subscribe, participate in our live call-ins, and be part of a community that seeks to understand the world beyond the surface narrative.Disclaimer: This podcast thrives on speculation, hypothesis, and the examination of alternative theories. It's meant to provoke thought and encourage personal research. Not all discussed is proven fact, but rather a call to question, explore, and understand. Warning: For those not ready to challenge their worldview, tread carefully. Once you enter the world of Already Dead, you might find that the truth is often already dead to the uninitiated. Welcome aboard, where curiosity is your guide.Check out nadeaushaveco.com today & use code Jose for 10% off your entire order!!!Please consider supporting my work- Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/nowayjose2020Only costs $2/month and will get you access to episodes earlier than the public No Way, Jose! Rumble Channel- https://rumble.com/c/c-3379274 No Way, Jose! YouTube Channel- https://youtube.com/channel/UCzyrpy3eo37eiRTq0cXff0gMy Podcast Host- https://redcircle.com/shows/no-way-joseApple podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-way-jose/id1546040443Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0xUIH4pZ0tM1UxARxPe6ThStitcher- https://www.stitcher.com/show/no-way-jose-2Amazon Music- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/41237e28-c365-491c-9a31-2c6ef874d89d/No-Way-JoseGoogle Podcasts- https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5yZWRjaXJjbGUuY29tL2ZkM2JkYTE3LTg2OTEtNDc5Ny05Mzc2LTc1M2ExZTE4NGQ5Yw%3D%3DRadioPublic- https://radiopublic.com/no-way-jose-6p1BAO Vurbl- https://vurbl.com/station/4qHi6pyWP9B/Feel free to contact me at thelibertymovementglobal@gmail.com#IndiaPakistanWar #WiderRegionalConflict #StopBombingYemen #WarIsaRacket #GazaAidScheme #PolicyofStarvation #TrumpsNSCDirector #MerevCeren #ModifiedSignalApp #764Gatekeepers #MichaelAquino #TempleofSet #ProjectMonarch #JohnnyGosch #PaulBonacci #TariffandSpend #DOGEDeception #TheEmpireStrikesBack #MikeWaltzMisdirection #UndergroundNetwork

Simon Conway
Interview with Colonel William Dunn

Simon Conway

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 9:49


Simon Conway's interview with Colonel William Dunn during Wednesday's second hour.

The Paul W. Smith Show
India Launches Airstrike Against Pakistan

The Paul W. Smith Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 8:03


May 7, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the airstrike India carried out on Pakistan.

The Pacific War - week by week
- 181 - Pacific War Podcast - the Second Okinawa Offensive - May 6 - 13, 1945

The Pacific War - week by week

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 41:42


Last time we spoke about the Allied invasion of Borneo. The Allies initiated the invasion of Borneo, commanded by General Morshead. The operation, known as Operation Oboe, aimed to reclaim vital oilfields from the demoralized Japanese forces. Despite their fierce resistance, American troops swiftly captured strategic locations on the island. The Japanese, already struggling with low morale and supply shortages, were unable to mount an effective defense. Amid the intense fighting, Air Commodore Cobby's forces conducted air assaults on key targets, weakening Japanese positions. As American troops landed on Tarakan Island on May 1, they faced heavy fire but managed to gain significant territory by nightfall. By early May, despite the loss of ground, Japanese forces continued to resist fiercely. This victory in Borneo marked a turning point in the Pacific campaign, ultimately foreshadowing the decline of Japanese influence in the region and paving the way for further Allied advances. This episode is the Second Okinawa Offensive Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  Last we left off, by April 24, General Ushijima's 32nd Army had chosen to abandon the first line of Shuri defenses, with the exception of the extreme right in the Item Pocket area. However, the weary Japanese troops merely withdrew to the next line of prepared positions within the Shuri defense zone, ready to make the American invaders pay for every inch of territory gained. Observing this, General Hodge promptly ordered the 7th, 27th, and 96th Divisions to regroup and enhance their positions through aggressive maneuvers, seizing strategic ground in front of them and pushing back enemy outposts. His forces were also heavily depleted and exhausted, prompting him to plan a final offensive on April 26 before rotating in the relatively fresh 77th Division and the 1st Marine Division for support. Unbeknownst to him, the 62nd Division had suffered significant losses, nearly losing half of its original strength on the left flank. In response, Ushijima decided to move the 24th Division and the 44th Independent Mixed Brigade north to reinforce the Shuri defense zone, establishing a fallback position for retreating forces.This shift also meant that the southern areas were defended only by a hastily assembled Shimajiri Security Force of 5,500 men, drawn from rear-area supply units tasked with delaying any American advances from the south until the main infantry units could return.  The question of a second landing in southern Okinawa was considered by 10th Army most seriously before April 22. General Bruce, commander of the 77th Division, knew that his division would be committed in the Okinawa fighting as soon as lejima was secured. At Leyte the amphibious landing of the 77th Division behind the Japanese line at Ormoc had been spectacularly successful. General Bruce and his staff wished to repeat the move on Okinawa and urged it on the 10th Army command even before the division sailed from Leyte. As the Iejima fighting drew to a close, General Bruce pressed his recommendation to land his division on the southeast coast of Okinawa on the beaches just north of Minatoga. He believed that it would be necessary to effect a juncture with American forces then north of Shuri within ten days if the venture was to be successful. His plan was either to drive inland on Iwa, a road and communications center at the southern end of the island, or to push north against Yonabaru. General Buckner rejected the idea. His assistant chief of staff, G-4, stated that he could supply food but not ammunition for such a project at that time. The Minatoga beaches had been thoroughly considered in the planning for the initial landings and had been rejected because of the impossibility of furnishing adequate logistical support for even one division. The reefs were dangerous, the beaches inadequate, and the area exposed to strong enemy attack. Although beach outlets existed, they were commanded both by the escarpment to the west and by the plateau of the Chinen Peninsula. The 10th Army intelligence officer reported that the Japanese still had their reserves stationed in the south. Both the 24th Division and the 44th Independent Mixed Brigade were still in the area and could move quickly to oppose any landings. Artillery positions on the heights overlooking the beaches were fully manned. The 77th Division would be landing so far south that it would not have the support of the troops engaged to the north or of 24th Corps artillery. The steep terrain near the beaches favored the defense, and any unit there would be isolated. It might be more like Anzio than Leyte, Buckner suggested. Besides that, the three divisions on the line needed to be relieved, and Buckner's three unused divisions would all be needed there. On April 25, the main focus of action shifted to the Item Pocket, where Captain Bernard Ryan's Company F of the 165th Regiment surged forward following a 20-minute artillery bombardment to seize the summit of Ryan Ridge. Captain Ryan looked out over the rugged expanse of Ryan Ridge, where the Japanese forces entrenched at the top presented a formidable challenge. They controlled the crucial territory between Ryan and Fox Ridges, creating a dangerous stronghold that threatened his position. For Ryan, the solution lay in artillery fire. He understood that since the supporting fire would fall perpendicular to his attack route, the risk of overshooting or undershooting would be minimal, just a lateral deviation of fifteen yards. With this confidence, he ordered a twenty-minute artillery barrage on the slopes of the ridge.As dawn broke on the morning of the 25th, Ryan gathered his men from Company F. He stressed the importance of a swift ground assault to capitalize on the artillery support. However, this was no easy task; his company was tired, undermanned, and severely low on food and ammunition. Despite these challenges, the two assault platoons sprang into action the moment the first shells began to fall. They charged forward, propelled by the roar of mortars, machine guns, and antitank guns that kept enemy forces at bay.But as they sprinted towards the ridge, the enemy struck back fiercely. Enemy fire and natural obstacles thinned their ranks, yet thirty-one determined soldiers reached the summit. They found themselves standing on a jagged ridge, strewn with rocks and scarred vegetation, a treacherous landscape that added to their struggle. Just as the artillery fire began to fade, the Japanese emerged from their hidden positions: “spider holes,” pillboxes, and tunnels. The Americans stood ready, and for the next twenty minutes, a brutal fight erupted. They engaged in fierce hand-to-hand combat, reminiscent of earlier battles on Item Pocket ridge tops. The outcome was grim; thirty-five Japanese soldiers fell, and many more fled in panic. However, the Americans also paid a price, five were killed, and two wounded. Now, the real challenge began: consolidating their hard-won position. Captain Ryan knew that previous units had ascended these ridges only to be pushed back by the enemy. By late afternoon, only twenty-four effective soldiers remained atop the ridge, with each man averaging a mere six rounds of rifle ammunition. Medical supplies had run dry, and all the aid men had become casualties. Communication was severed, and Ryan could sense the tightening noose as the Japanese regrouped for an assault. Understanding the gravitas of their situation, Ryan devised a bold plan. He arranged for Company I to maneuver around to his right flank, hoping to replicate the success of the morning. At 4:05 PM, just fifteen minutes after artillery support resumed, Ryan and his company made their ascent once more, enduring five additional casualties along the route. Unfortunately, Company I struggled to reach the top, cut off by heavy enemy fire on the slopes. In a moment of desperation, Ryan and two men ventured out into the dark to seek reinforcement, a risky endeavor that could easily end in disaster. Although Company I was still bogged down, Captain Betts from Company K recognized the urgency of the situation and quickly mobilized his men. By midnight, all of Company K had reached the ridge, bolstering Ryan's weary but determined troops. As these events unfolded at Ryan Ridge, other companies from the 165th were locked in a brutal struggle at Gusukuma, located southwest of the ridge. Fierce fighting erupted as soldiers moved from wall to wall, tree to tree, fighting for every inch in the rubble of Gusukuma. Company A faced an unrelenting barrage, enduring fire from eight machine guns and a 47-mm antitank gun, much of which came from the yet-untamed eastern slope of Ryan Ridge. Amidst this chaos, Private First Class Richard King from Company A became a beacon of valor. In a remarkable display of courage, he climbed a tree to eliminate a Japanese soldier perched above and, from his vantage point, went on to kill ten more enemies before night fell. The day had been marked by sacrifice and bravery, with Captain Ryan and his men fighting heroically for every inch of ground gained on Ryan Ridge. As the sun set, they prepared for the challenges that lay ahead, their resolve unwavering amid the turmoil of war. Meanwhile, other companies of the 165th Regiment engaged fiercely in assaults against Gusukuma, gradually gaining ground at a high cost to both sides. At the same time, the 96th Division consolidated its position in front of Maeda and Kochi, while Colonel Pachler's 1st Battalion advanced 600 yards with minimal resistance to occupy the slope of Horseshoe Ridge. The following day, April 26, the general offensive resumed, with the bulk of the 165th Regiment continuing its costly advance into the heart of the Item Pocket, successfully clearing Gusukuma as Company F pushed along the crest of Ryan Ridge toward the northern end of the Machinato airstrip. To the east, the 105th Regiment advanced to the southern edge of Nakama, while the 106th Regiment extended the front line toward Yafusu. In the center, Colonel Halloran's 2nd Battalion launched an assault on the Maeda Escarpment but was quickly repulsed by a brutal barrage of Japanese fire across the front. However, elements of the 383rd Regiment managed to reach the crests of Hills 150 and 152, securing a strategic position to inflict heavy casualties on the enemy below, as tanks and armored flamethrowers moved to the outskirts of Maeda to wreak havoc. At 4 pm in the afternoon General Ushijima issued a terse order: “The enemy with troops following tanks has been advancing into the southern and eastern sectors of Maeda since about 1 pm. The 62d Division will dispatch local units . . . attack the enemy advancing in the Maeda sector and expect to repulse him decisively.” At the same time, adjacent 24th Division units were ordered to cooperate in this effort regardless of division boundary. Two hours later the Japanese commanding general issued another order: "The army will crush the enemy which has broken through near Maeda. The 24th Division will put its main strength northeast of Shuri this evening." Lastly, Pachler's 1st Battalion attempted to advance along the western flank of Kochi Ridge, while the 2nd Battalion moved along the eastern flank. Both battalions were immediately repelled by a barrage of enemy fire. The following day, efforts to establish physical contact between the two units proved costly and futile. Meanwhile, Halloran's 1st Battalion, along with elements of the 383rd Regiment, maneuvered through the saddle between Hills 150 and 152, receiving support from tanks and armored flamethrowers. Although tanks and infantry managed to penetrate to the southern edge of Maeda, the advance was halted by intense enemy fire. Atop the escarpment, an all-out effort was made to reduce a heavily fortified underground pillbox that separated Companies F and G; however, this attempt also failed. Concurrently, as the 105th Regiment organized a defensive line at Nakama, Colonel Stebbins' 2nd Battalion engaged in fierce combat around Yafusu in an effort to straighten their front lines. Meanwhile, the disorganized 165th Regiment continued clearing the Item Pocket, which was finally declared secure, although many Japanese troops remained hidden in deep caves and tunnels. Due to this disorganization and the sluggish progress in securing the pocket, General Griner ultimately decided to relieve Colonel Kelley of his command of the 165th. The regiment would then spend the remaining days of the month patrolling the Kuwan Inlet south of Machinato airfield. Griner's overextended and battered division would not undertake any further offensive actions until being relieved at the end of April. At sea, a Japanese suicide boat successfully dropped a depth charge near the destroyer Hutchins, which had to withdraw due to heavy damage. Additionally, Japanese aircraft reemerged during the night, with a kamikaze crashing into and sinking the ammunition ship Canada Victory, while other planes damaged two destroyers and a transport ship. Random factoid by the way, the SS Canada Victory was among the 531 Victory ships constructed during World War II as part of the Emergency Shipbuilding program. Launched by the Oregon Shipbuilding Corporation on January 12, 1944, she was completed on February 28, 1944. The ship was designated VC2-S-AP3 by the United States Maritime Commission, with hull number 93 (1009). Following her completion, the Maritime Commission transferred her to the civilian operator Alaska SS Company. This was merely a prelude to Admiral Ugaki's fourth mass Kikisui attack, which launched 115 kamikazes on April 28. While interceptor fighters destroyed most of these aircraft, seven managed to slip past the combat air patrol and crashed into destroyers Daly and Twiggs, the destroyer minesweeper Butler, the evacuation transport Pickney, and the hospital ship Comfort. On the ground, Halloran's Company K attempted to weaken resistance at the escarpment by moving through the 27th Division zone to the west and advancing southeast towards the Apartment House barracks, where they were met with heavy losses and forced to retreat. Meanwhile, on the western side of Kochi Ridge, Pachler's 3rd Battalion relieved the 1st Battalion and launched an attack into the gap between the ridge and Zebra Hill. They successfully led Company K through Kochi and into the cut, while Company L moved southward along the western slope. However, upon reaching the cut, both companies were met with a barrage of machine-gun fire, ultimately compelling them to withdraw. To the east, the 32nd Regiment faced delays in initiating their attack due to setbacks around Kochi, despite the successful raids by armored flamethrowers into the heart of Kuhazu. The following day, more kamikaze assaults inflicted additional damage on destroyers Hazelwood and Haggard. By the end of April, American pilots reported 1,216 air-to-air kills, while Japanese sources acknowledged losses exceeding 1,000 aircraft, including 820 destroyed in the first four Kikisui attacks. This left Admiral Ugaki with approximately 370 operational aircraft for future operations. It is also important to note that the Japanese pilots inflicted significant casualties, resulting in Admiral Spruance's 5th Fleet suffering the loss of 1,853 sailors killed or missing and 2,650 wounded, averaging one and a half ships hit per day. As April expired, a concerned Nimitz personally visited Okinawa, where Buckner reminded Nimitz that as a land battle, 10th Army operations fell under Army command. “Yes,” Nimitz replied, “but ground though it may be, I'm losing a ship and a half a day. So if this line isn't moving within five days, we'll get someone here to move it so we can all get out from under these stupid air attacks.” Nevertheless, by May, 10th Army had thoroughly bogged down into costly, unimaginative frontal assaults against southern Okinawa's heavily fortified Shuri line. Numerous 10th Army generals urged Buckner to “play the amphib card” and land the reserve 2nd Marine Division in southeastern Okinawa, behind Japanese lines. Buckner ultimately refused, claiming insufficient logistics. Nimitz concurred with Buckner, at least publicly, but few others did. Spruance, Turner, and Mitscher were themselves growing increasingly bitter at 10th Army's lack of progress, as well as USAAF lethargy constructing fighter airfields ashore that could finally relieve the battered carriers. Touring the developing Okinawa airstrips, a 5th Fleet staff officer discovered that General “Hap” Arnold had secretly been writing Okinawa's lead USAAF engineer, urging him to divert assigned fighter strip resources into building B-29 bomber airfields instead. An incredulous Spruance went ashore to investigate and discovered the allegation was true. Stunned, Spruance “turned that situation around in about 15 minutes.” On land, following an unsuccessful tank assault toward Onaga, the 32nd Regiment intensified pressure on enemy positions to the southeast to support operations against Kochi Ridge. However, the 17th Regiment's attacks were still stalled. Meanwhile, after fending off two strong counterattacks that resulted in approximately 265 Japanese casualties, the 383rd Regiment advanced to capture the crest of Hill 318 in fierce close combat. This critical victory finally enabled American forces to direct fire onto Shuri itself. On April 29, the 307th Regiment took over the Maeda Escarpment section of the line from the 381st, and the next morning, the 306th Regiment relieved the 383rd on the left flank of the 96th Division. Simultaneously, the 1st Marines relieved the 165th on the west coast, while the 5th Marines took over the line held by the 105th and 106th Regiments on May 1. Despite ongoing efforts, attacks against Kochi Ridge on April 30 once again failed. However, the 1st Battalion of the 32nd Regiment successfully established Company C on “Chimney Crag” and Company A on the “Roulette Wheel,” located on the ridge southwest of Kuhazu. During the night, large numbers of Japanese infiltrated behind these companies, disrupting the planned relief of the 32nd by the 184th Regiment. This relief, intended to be completed before dawn on May 1, was delayed until late in the afternoon. Despite this setback, Colonel Green's Company L managed to reach Gaja Ridge, positioned just in front of Conical Hill during the night. Concurrently, Colonel Hamilton's Company A attempted to mount ladders at the eastern end of the Maeda Escarpment but was quickly repelled by fierce defenders. On the western front, however, Company B successfully captured the edge of the escarpment using cargo nets by nightfall, although they were ultimately forced to withdraw due to heavy counterattacks later that night. Additionally, Hamilton's 3rd Battalion moved behind the escarpment to Nakama village, launching an attack eastward toward the Apartment House barracks area. Meanwhile, on the west coast, the 1st Marines had been attempting to advance south for two days but were repelled each time, suffering significant casualties. However, they did succeed in clearing an enemy pocket at Miyagusuku. On May 2, the 5th Marines finally joined the offensive but encountered stubborn resistance, while the 1st Marines continued to struggle to cross the draw south of Nakanishi village in their effort to reach the Jichaku ridge mass. To the east, Hamilton's Companies A and B positioned troops on the edge of the Maeda Escarpment but made no significant gains due to the enemy's intense machine-gun fire. The 17th Regiment eventually mopped up Onaga village, with the 1st Battalion taking control of the area, although they failed to capture Kochi during their renewed efforts. On May 3, after a dawn artillery preparation, the 1st Battalion on the east and the 3rd Battalion on the west advanced in a coordinated attack, which included a movement by Company C against How Hill on the eastern flank of Kochi Ridge. However, this entire effort was thwarted as heavy enemy artillery and machine-gun fire halted all progress. During 3 May the 1st Battalion, 307th Infantry, fought a desperate grenade battle to win the top of part of the escarpment. The Japanese showered the top with grenades and knee mortars from the reverse slope and with 81-mm. mortar fire from a distance. Men came back across the narrow top of the escarpment to the north side, swearing and crying, saying they would not go back into the fight. "Yet," observed one platoon leader, "in five minutes' time those men would go back there tossing grenades as fast as they could pull the pins."Finally, while the 1st Marines made only limited gains as they pushed toward the Asa River, the 5th Marines successfully cleared the Awacha Pocket and advanced between 300 and 600 yards in their zone. Unbeknownst to the Americans, their slow, incremental advances and the looming threat of a costly, protracted campaign were far from their only concerns. By the 29th General Cho had argued that in the present state of affairs, the Americans had the upper hand. If the status quo continued, the 32nd Army eventually would be wiped out. At this meeting, only Colonel Yahara spoke for continuing the war of attrition and avoiding an offensive. Yahara pointed out that in modern warfare a superiority of 3 to 1 was usually needed for successful attack. "To take the offensive with inferior forces… is reckless and would lead to certain defeat," he said. Second, the high ground around Minami-Uebaru had already fallen into American hands, giving them a major advantage in defensive terrain. Third, Yahara argued, a hasty offensive would fail, with thousands needlessly lost. Then, 32nd Army's reduced forces would be unable to hold Okinawa for a long period and unable to delay the invasion of Japan. A hasty attack would cause 32nd Army to fail in its duty. And yet, the other young staff members were silent. Cho then declared again that he hoped for an attack to snatch life from the midst of death. At this, Yahara left the room. All the other staff members then agreed to launch an offensive. Cho then tried to manage Yahara by sheer emotional force. At dawn on April 30, before Yahara "had time to splash water on his face," Cho appeared at his quarters. Cho squeezed Yahara's hand and said with genuine enthusiasm that there had been nothing but trouble between them in the past and that they would probably both die together on Okinawa. Cho then asked if Yahara, on this one occasion, would go along with the offensive. As Cho spoke, his tears fell abundantly. Yahara was deeply moved, despite his aloof reputation, and before long he was weeping too. He was overcome by Cho's sudden display of emotion and said, "I consent." Again I have to say, in the “battle of Okinawa” by Yahara, basically his memoirs, in which he notably lies a bunch to cover himself, but I digress, this moment amongst others are really interesting, I highly recommend reading the book. Cho's plan outlined that General Amamiya's 24th Division would lead the main effort on May 4, executing a two-pronged attack on the right half of the line. They intended to sweep past the Tanabaru Escarpment toward Minami-Uebaru hill, ultimately reaching the Futema-Atsuta line. Meanwhile, General Suzuki's 44th Independent Mixed Brigade was to shift from its reserve position behind the 62nd Division to a location northeast of Shuri and move northwest toward the coastal town of Oyama, effectively cutting off the 1st Marine Division's retreat. In conjunction with this, General Fujioka's battered 62nd Division would hold its position on the left flank and mount an offensive once the attacking units on its right had breached enemy lines. Additionally, the 23rd and 26th Shipping Engineer Regiments were tasked with conducting counterlandings in the American rear on the east and west coasts, respectively. The Japanese reasoned that success depended on the extent to which they could support their frontline troops with artillery, tanks, supplies, and communications. Their plans specified in detail the role that each of the support units was to play in the projected operations. Artillery units were ordered to regroup in preparation for the attack. Guns and howitzers were pulled out of cave positions and set up farther south in more open emplacements for greater flexibility. They were to open fire thirty minutes before the attack. When the infantry had driven through the American front lines, artillerymen were to move their weapons forward. The 27th Tank Regiment, hitherto uncommitted, was ordered to move from its position near Yonabaru during the night over several routes and support the attack in the Maeda area. To support this comprehensive offensive, Ugaki was alerted to prepare for the fifth mass Kikisui attack directed against the enemy's naval forces. Once the plans were finalized and preparations well underway, Ushijima and Cho celebrated with a pre-victory banquet in their chambers at headquarters. Even as Ushijima's banquet was underway, offensive operations had commenced. Japanese troops infiltrated behind American lines during the night while the shipping engineers prepared for their counterlandings. The 26th and 23d Shipping Engineer Regiments set out up the west and east coasts. On beaches south of Naha and Yonabaru, men of the shipping engineer regiments piled into barges and assault boats. Also, small groups of soldiers with light machine guns infiltrated behind U.S. lines on the night of 3 May to attack Americans as they became visible at dawn. Small units of three or four men, variously designated as "reconnaissance raiding" and "rear harassing" teams, proceeded toward the American lines to attack command posts, heavy weapons, communications, and depots and to send back information by means of smoke signals. The 27th Tank Regiment rumbled up to Ishimmi, several of its tanks being severely damaged by American artillery fire en route. Ugaki's fifth Kikisui attack began on the afternoon of May 3, when at least 19 kamikazes sortied from Formosa, stealthily approaching the American convoys. They successfully sank the destroyer Little and one landing craft, while severely damaging two destroyer-minelayers and another landing craft. Additionally, Japanese aircraft targeted shore installations, focusing their efforts on Yontan airfield. In Nakagusuku Bay, a suicide boat further damaged a cargo ship. At 02:00 on May 4, most of the boats from the 26th Shipping Engineer Regiment were spotted approaching the heavily defended area of Kuwan. Armed with antitank guns, heavy machine guns, light arms, and thousands of satchel charges, several hundred men of the 26th Shipping Engineer Regiment headed under overcast skies for landing places below Yontan and Kadena airfields. They miscalculated their position and turned, into the shore at a point where it was heavily defended. At 0200 riflemen of the 1st Marine Division on the sea wall near Kuwan caught sight of ten barges and opened up with concentrated fire. Naval flares lighted up the area. One company fired 1,100 rounds from 60-mm. mortars. Several enemy barges burst into flames. One platoon of marines used fifty boxes of ammunition and burned out six machine-gun barrels as it sprayed the Japanese trying to cross the reef. Although many of the engineers managed to reach the shore, some fled back to the Japanese lines, while others were trapped in Kuwan, where they were mopped up by the Marines at their leisure. A smaller group of Japanese forces advanced almost as far as Chatan, ultimately landing at Isa, where they were contained without much difficulty and destroyed the following day. The amphibious assault was even less successful on the east coast of Okinawa, as the 25th Shipping Engineer Regiment attempted to land near Ouki. Most of these troops were killed by fire from ships in Buckner Bay or by the 7th Division Reconnaissance Troop on land. As a result, the Japanese suffered losses of 500 to 800 men and nearly all their landing craft during these amphibious assaults. At 05:00, Ugaki initiated his main mass attack, launching 125 kamikazes and 103 escorting fighters from Kyushu to target Admiral Rawlings' Task Force 57, which was currently striking the Miyako and Ishigaki airfields. Taking advantage of the weakened anti-aircraft defenses, the kamikazes managed to score hits on the carriers Formidable and Indomitable, though both vessels ultimately survived. They also targeted American shipping, successfully sinking destroyers Morrison and Luce, along with three landing craft. Additionally, they inflicted further damage on the light cruiser Birmingham, the escort carrier Sangamon, the destroyer Ingraham, and two destroyer-minelayers, resulting in a total of 589 sailors killed.   On land, following a heavy artillery bombardment during the night, the 24th Division commenced its main assault. In the pitch darkness Japanese troops made their way toward the American front lines. At 0500 two red flares ordered them to attack. As the artillery fire became heavy, a guard of Company A, 17th Infantry, on a hill just north of Onaga, dropped back below the crest for cover. He thought that the enemy would not attack through his own artillery, but the enemy did just that. A few Japanese appeared on the crest and set up a light machine gun. Pfc. Tillman H. Black, a BAR man, killed the gunner, and as more of the enemy came over the crest he killed four Japanese who tried to man the machine gun. The enemy advanced over the crest in ragged groups, enabling Black to hold his own. Soon the whole company was in action and drove the enemy off the crest. The Japanese abandoned three light machine guns, four mortars, and much ammunition. At another point a surprise attack nearly succeeded. On high ground 1,000 yards east of Onaga a group of Japanese crept up the hill in front of Company I, 184th, commanded by Capt. James Parker. In the sudden onslaught that followed, two heavy machine gun crews abandoned their positions. One of them left its weapon intact, and the Japanese promptly took it over and swung it around on the company. Parker, watching the attack from the ridge, had anticipated the move. The Japanese managed to fire one burst; then Parker destroyed the usurped weapon with his remaining heavy machine gun. For an hour or two longer the Japanese clung to the forward slopes, firing their rifles amid shrill screams, but they made no further progress. By dawn the general pattern of the Japanese attack on the left (east) of the 14th Corps line was becoming clear. In the 184th's sector the enemy's 89th Regiment, following instructions to "close in on the enemy by taking advantage of cover,"had advanced around the east slopes of Conical Hill, crept across the flats, and assembled in force around the "Y ridges" east of Onaga. They had outflanked three companies of the 184th on Chimney Crag and the Roulette Wheel north of Kuhazu, and had also managed to evade the forward battalions of the 17th around Kochi. Another Japanese element had attacked 7th Division lines on the high ground north of Unaha. At dawn 1st Lt. Richard S. McCracken, commanding Company A, 184th, observed 2,000 Japanese soldiers in the open area east and north of Kuhazu. They were perfect "artillery meat." Unable to get through to his artillery support, McCracken called his battalion commander, Colonel Maybury, and described the lucrative targets. Maybury was equally pleased. McCracken suggested, however, that the Colonel should not be too happy--a group of Japanese at that moment was within 100 yards of Maybury's observation post. There was indeed a party of Japanese busily unlimbering two 75-mm, howitzers just below Maybury. But Company C, 17th Infantry, had spotted this activity, and within a few minutes maneuvered tanks into position and scattered the enemy group. Artillery eliminated the Japanese caught in the open. A mortar duel ensued, sometimes at ranges of 250 yards. The 3d Battalion, 32d, also poured fire on the enemy there. After the impetus of the attack was lost, a Japanese officer stood out on open ground and waved his saber to assemble his men for an attack. American mortarmen waited for a worth-while target to develop, then put mortar fire on it. Four times the officer assembled a group, only to have his men killed or scattered, before he was finally killed. While the 7th Division was repelling the Japanese attack in the eastern sector of the 14th Corps line, the 77th Division was blunting the other enemy "spearhead" in the center. Here the Japanese 32d Regiment, supported by tanks and engineers, attacked behind intense artillery fire. This sector was the critical point of attack, for a break-through here would enable the supporting 44th Independent Mixed Brigade to cut west and isolate the 1st Marine Division. Transportation difficulties beset the 32d Regiment almost from the start. During the night light tanks drove out of Shuri up the Ginowan road (Route 5), but American artillery interdicting the road prevented medium tanks from following. The mediums had to take a long detour, which was in such poor condition that only two of the tanks could enter into the attack. Trucks and artillery also were slowed down. Even foot troops had trouble in moving. One Japanese infantryman recorded that his column was shelled on the way and that everyone except himself and one other was wounded. Another wrote of encountering "terrific bombardment" on the way to Kochi. These difficulties severely handicapped the 32d Regiment in ensuing operations. Supported by nine light tanks, the 3d Battalion led the assault of the 32d Regiment against the 306th Infantry, 77th Division, before dawn on 4 May. The enemy mounted his assault from southeast of Hill 187 and hit the 77th where Route 5 curled around the east end of Urasoe-Mura Escarpment. The Japanese drove into the front lines of the 1st Battalion, 306th, near Maeda. Shortly before daylight, when the Japanese infantry had failed to take its initial objectives east of Hill 187, Colonel Murakami, commanding the 27th Tank Regiment, became impatient and recklessly committed his own infantry company, a standard element of a Japanese tank regiment. American artillery fire destroyed one platoon, disrupting the attack, and daylight found the surviving troops in a precarious position across from the American lines. Colonel Murakami ordered the company to withdraw, but artillery fire prevented a retreat during the day. When the Japanese used smoke for concealment, the Americans simply blanketed the obscured area with shell fire. The survivors straggled back to their front lines after nightfall. All the light tanks that had supported the attack were lost. By 07:30, the 306th Regiment had effectively repelled the enemy. The Japanese, broken up into small groups, attempted to withdraw across terrain subjected to heavy artillery and mortar fire, but few made it through. By 08:00, the 89th Regiment had also been pushed beyond grenade range along the entire front of the 7th Division. Instead of retreating or pressing the assault, however, Kanayama's troops made the critical mistake of milling about in the exposed flatlands, rendering them easy targets for American heavy weaponry. As a result, the 89th Regiment suffered severe losses from concentrated land, naval, and air bombardment, losing half its strength. Colonel Yoshida's 22nd Regiment in the center fared no better; its advance was delayed by the necessity of laying smoke, and it encountered significant hardships when the smoke unexpectedly cleared. In the center of the line the Japanese 22d Regiment was never able to fulfill its role of following up the "successful" advance of flank units, and the regiment spent the day locked in a violent fire fight with men of 3/306, 3/17, and 1/17 holding the Kochi-Onaga area. The Japanese reported the 22d "was not able attain results worth mentioning." Unbeknownst to the Americans, elements of the 1st Battalion of the 22nd Regiment had penetrated more than 1,000 yards behind American lines near Kochi, identifying a significant weak point before pulling back to the regimental line. Nevertheless, due to the overall failure of the 24th Division, the 44th Independent Mixed Brigade was not even committed to the attack. On the fronts at Maeda and the west coast, American forces made some gains. Hamilton's 1st Battalion successfully executed a complex demolition assault on the extensive cave-tunnel-pillbox network located about 200 feet west of the eastern end of the escarpment, effectively repulsing several subsequent counterattacks and inflicting approximately 600 casualties on the Japanese. The 5th Marines also advanced up to 400 yards through hotly contested terrain during the day. Although pinned down in the coastal area, Colonel Chappell's 1st Battalion managed to break through a defile east of Jichaku, while the 3rd Battalion secured a ridge approximately 400 yards ahead of its position. Despite the apparent failure of the Japanese attack, Amamiya refused to abandon the offensive, ordering a renewed effort during the night. Kitago's uncommitted 1st Battalion, along with the attached 26th Independent Battalion, was directed to penetrate the enemy lines northwest of Kochi in a night attack, aiming to replicate the breakthrough achieved by elements of the 1st Battalion of the 22nd Regiment. Following another artillery bombardment, the Japanese launched their assault against the 306th Regiment at 02:00 on May 5. However, this attack was quickly disrupted by American artillery. Three hours later, the Japanese struck again, this time supported by tanks. They pressed through artillery and mortar fire to engage the 306th in close combat. Fierce firefights erupted along the regiment's entire line, resulting in the Japanese suffering 248 dead during the fighting. Amid the chaos, a significant portion of Kitago's 1st Battalion successfully infiltrated behind American lines, breaching the defenses at a point between Route 5 and Kochi. While approximately 90 of the infiltrators were quickly killed while assaulting the command post of the 306th Regiment, around 450 Japanese troops crossed the divisional boundary and managed to reoccupy the town of Tanabaru and the Tanabaru Escarpment, effectively cutting off the supply road for the 17th Regiment. In response, Pachler sent Company E to eliminate the infiltrators, but they underestimated the enemy's strength and were repelled with heavy losses. With Company E stalled on the eastern slope of the escarpment, Company F, supported by tanks, attempted a broad flanking maneuver. They successfully pushed through Tanabaru, spending the day destroying the enemy's hastily established defenses. Company E then took over the assault, and by nightfall, they had reached the top of the Tanabaru Escarpment following a mortar preparation. The relentless battle for the Tanabaru Escarpment continued for the next two days, resulting in the Japanese losing 462 killed behind American lines. Only a few men managed to escape the Tanabaru death trap and return to the Shuri lines. Made even more desperate by the failure of Amamiya's grand attack, the ragtag battalions of the 62nd Division fought to the death to defend the vital western approaches to Shuri, ensuring that every yard gained came at a steep price in Marine lives. Each pillbox, cave, and tomb became a stronghold that unleashed a torrent of fire against the attacking Marines from all directions. Despite this fierce resistance, Del Valle's units made significant progress on May 5. The 5th Marines advanced their lines by an average of 300 yards, while the 1st Marines seized the high ground along the Asa River. At the Maeda Escarpment, the reverse slope was slowly captured as caves were blasted and sealed off. By midnight, it became clear to Ushijima that the counteroffensive had failed, with the Japanese suffering approximately 6,227 dead and losing 59 artillery pieces. In turn, the 7th and 77th Divisions, which had absorbed the brunt of the enemy counterattack, sustained 714 losses. Despite these heavy casualties, the 1st Marine Division, which continued its push to the south, incurred corresponding losses of 649 men. This indicated that the Americans experienced greater losses due to the Japanese defensive tactics of attrition. However, the morale of the 32nd Army had been shattered, as the Japanese abandoned all hope for a successful outcome from the operation. Nevertheless, the 24th Division and 5th Artillery Command were ordered to reorganize and shift to a holding action. This strategy aimed to bleed American strength by forcing the 10th Army to maintain its slow, deadly, yard-by-yard advance into the fire of prepared positions. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. In the fierce Second Okinawa Counteroffensive, weary American troops pressed into determined Japanese defenses. Captain Ryan's valor led to hard-won territory despite heavy casualties. As chaos unfolded, Japanese morale waned, marking a turning point. The relentless battle showcased unparalleled sacrifice, foreshadowing the Allies' gradual victory in the Pacific.  

The Pulse of Israel
Israel Under Fire: A Tactical Breakdown with Colonel Richard Kemp

The Pulse of Israel

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 49:59


In this exclusive interview, Colonel Kemp breaks down the latest in our 7 front war, from Gaza, Iran, the Houthis, Syria and beyond.Do not miss hearing about Israel's multi-front war from one of the world's leading military experts, Colonel Richard Kemp. 

Pete McMurray Show
Gabe Henry is the author of Enough is Enuf: Our Failed Attempts to Make English Easier to Spell. For example words like “phlegm” “yacht” & “colonel” that sound nothing like their spelling

Pete McMurray Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 7:00


Gabe Henry is the author of Enough is Enuf:  - E-N-U-F - Our Failed Attempts to Make English Easier to SpellGabe shares:-“phlegm,” “yacht,” and “colonel,” that sound nothing like they're written-b-o-l-o-g-n-a-the simplified spelling movement  To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

The Strategerist
Colonel Edna Cummings & Miluana Jackson — Advocating for “The Six Triple Eight”

The Strategerist

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 43:25


Strategerist host Andrew Kaufmann and Devon Yarbrough, Communications Manager at the George W. Bush Presidential Center sat down with Milauna Jackson who portrays Captain Abby Campbell in the 2024 Netflix film, “The Six Triple Eight” and Retired Army Col. Edna Cummings, a passionate advocate whose work led to two crucial recognitions for the 6888. Milauna discusses what it was like working on the Netflix film while Col. Cummings shares the behind-the-scenes bipartisan advocacy for the battalion who played a critical role in World War II.

The Sage Steele Show
My Parents! Mona and Gary | The Sage Steele Show

The Sage Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 112:12


A Legacy of Love, Faith & Resilience | Sage Steele's Conversation with Her Parents What happens when a celebrated broadcaster sits down with the two people who shaped her life the most? In this deeply personal and moving episode, Sage Steele invites her parents, Mona and Gary Steele, into the spotlight for an honest, humorous, and emotional conversation about their 50+ year journey through love, adversity, and the power of family.

Westerns OTR
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Westerns OTR

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 26:38


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Sherlock Holmes Short Stories
Sherlock Holmes - The Story of Colonel Warburtons Madness

Sherlock Holmes Short Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 28:04


Solve crimes with the great detective in "Sherlock Holmes Short Stories." Featuring classic tales by Arthur Conan Doyle, this podcast brings you the brilliant deductions and thrilling adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of Holmes, these timeless mysteries will keep you captivated.

Midrats
Episode 721: Reforming the Pentagon, with Gary Anderson

Midrats

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 50:57


With each new administration, there is opportunity for change and reform. In the new Trump Administration, reform isn't seen as a secondary effect of a leadership change but as a requirement.What reform options should the new Pentagon leadership explore under the Trump Administration?Joining us to discuss this and related topics is Gary Anderson, Colonel, USMC (Ret.). A starting point for our conversation will be his recent article in The American Spectator, Real Military Reform Begins: Will Pete Hegseth be able to reverse our military's decline.Gary retired as the chief of staff of the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab. He served as a special adviser to the deputy secretary of defense. He is an adjunct professor at George Washington University.SummaryIn this episode, Sal and Mark engage with Gary Anderson to discuss the current state of America's military, focusing on the need for reform and the implications of the Goldwater-Nichols Act. They explore the challenges facing the Marine Corps and Navy, the importance of revitalizing the defense industrial base, and the recent uptick in military morale and recruitment. The conversation also critiques the Force Design 2030 initiative and emphasizes the need for a more effective military education system and logistics support.TakeawaysAmerica's military has been adrift for some time.The rot in military effectiveness goes back decades.The Goldwater-Nichols Act has had unintended consequences.Careerism and ticket-punching are detrimental to military readiness.Morale among military personnel is currently high.The defense industrial base needs revitalization to keep up with adversaries.Military education has shifted focus away from essential warfighting skills.Logistics has been neglected in recent military operations.War games should not be used to validate military concepts without scrutiny.Chapters00:00: Introduction to Military Reform and Change02:35: The State of America's Military10:42: Challenges in Military Education and Careerism18:36: The Need for Honest Feedback in Military Leadership26:16: Revitalizing the Defense Industrial Base29:15: Addressing the Crisis in Submarine Maintenance32:12: Revitalizing the Fleet: Innovative Solutions for Shipbuilding36:18: The Drone Dilemma: Quality vs. Quantity in Warfare41:04: Logistics in Modern Warfare: Lessons from the Past45:17: Morale in the Military: A Shift in Attitude51:15: Leadership Changes: Navigating New Directions54:00: Accountability in Military Decisions: The Need for Integrity58:44: War Games and Military Strategy: The Importance of Honest Analysis

MG Show
Colonel Earl Matthews Update; Tom Homan/Press Sec Border Brief

MG Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 117:47


In a fiery episode, @intheMatrixxx and @shadygrooove dig into the latest on Col. Earl Matthews' Pentagon nomination, exposing the deep state's desperate smear campaign to paint him as disloyal to Trump's America-First vision. They reveal how globalist insiders are scrambling to block his confirmation, a proven conspiracy to weaken national defense. Plus, they break down Border Czar Tom Homan's blockbuster press briefing with Karoline Leavitt, celebrating a 94% plunge in illegal crossings and 200,000 deportations that defy corrupt judges. With the constitution as your weapon, rise up to defend Trump's patriots. The truth is learned, never told—tune in to the MG Show at mg.show to join the battle for America's soul! Keywords Col. Earl Matthews, Tom Homan, Karoline Leavitt, border security, deportation, deep state, proven conspiracies, America First, Pentagon nomination, illegal crossings, election integrity, globalists, truth, constitution, @intheMatrixxx, @shadygrooove, MG Show Tune in weekdays at 12pm ET / 9am PST, hosted by @InTheMatrixxx and @Shadygrooove. Catch up on-demand on https://rumble.com/mgshow or via your favorite podcast platform. Where to Watch & Listen Live on https://rumble.com/mgshow https://mgshow.link/redstate X: https://x.com/inthematrixxx Backup: https://kick.com/mgshow PODCASTS: Available on PodBean, Apple, Pandora, and Amazon Music. Search for "MG Show" to listen. Engage with Us Join the conversation on https://t.me/mgshowchannel and participate in live voice chats at https://t.me/MGShow. Social & Support Follow us on X: @intheMatrixxx and @ShadyGrooove Join our listener group on X: https://mgshow.link/xgroup Support the show: Fundraiser: https://givesendgo.com/helpmgshow Donate: https://mg.show/support Merch: https://merch.mg.show MyPillow Special: Use code MGSHOW at https://mypillow.com/mgshow for savings! Crypto donations: Bitcoin: bc1qtl2mftxzv8cxnzenmpav6t72a95yudtkq9dsuf Ethereum: 0xA11f0d2A68193cC57FAF9787F6Db1d3c98cf0b4D ADA: addr1q9z3urhje7jp2g85m3d4avfegrxapdhp726qpcf7czekeuayrlwx4lrzcfxzvupnlqqjjfl0rw08z0fmgzdk7z4zzgnqujqzsf XLM: GAWJ55N3QFYPFA2IC6HBEQ3OTGJGDG6OMY6RHP4ZIDFJLQPEUS5RAMO7 LTC: ltc1qapwe55ljayyav8hgg2f9dx2y0dxy73u0tya0pu All Links Find everything on https://linktr.ee/mgshow Washington Becomes 1st State To Recognize Islamic Holidays As State Holidays | ICYMI-Virginia Giuffre, Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew accuser, dead at 41 by suicide | UN PROBES U.S. DETENTION CAMPS: Immigrant advocates cite abuses, seek action | Nearly 800 illegal aliens arrested in massive Florida ICE operation: 'Tidal Wave' | RFK JR. GUTS HEALTH PROGRAMS: HHS slashes women's care, pushes lab leak theory | MYANMAR QUAKE TOLL NEARS 4,000: Ceasefire aids rescue efforts, China assists | Tom Homan sends fiery message to judges seeking to obstruct Trump's immigration agenda | MARKETS RISE AMID TARIFF TALKS: Global stocks stabilize, Bitcoin hits $87K | NASA ASTRONAUT SHARES ISS MISSION: Don Pettit details seven-month space journey | KANSAS MEASLES OUTBREAK SLOWS: No new cases reported, vaccinations urged | IRAN PORT FIRE KILLS 12: Khamenei orders probe into possible sabotage | This week will officially mark 100 DAYS of PROMISES MADE & PROMISES KEPT by President Trump! | BabylonBee-Federal Judge Travels Back In Time To Overturn Trump's Birth |

The Guy Gordon Show
Trump and Zelensky's Private Conversation in the Vatican

The Guy Gordon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 9:53


April 28, 2025 ~ Trump met with Zelensky at the Vatican during Pope Francis' funeral, signaling a potential reset in U.S.-Ukraine relations and a possible renegotiation of their approach to Russia. Rocky Rackowski, retired Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army talks with Lloyd, Jamie, and Chris Renwick about this in-person meeting, along with the potential of Ukraine ceding Crimea to Russia as a negotiation point. Photo: Mark Vergari ~ USA TODAY NETWORK

John Clay Wolfe Show
#502 John Clay Wolfe Show 04.26.25

John Clay Wolfe Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 148:05


Hey there neighbor, welcome back to the deliciously hot mess we call The John Clay Wolfe Show! We're all jazzed and happy to report that the inaugural Walnut Springs Classic car show went off with a bang--and my oh my, the stories John Clay has to share about the festivities: He sold some damn-near-priceless collectible cars, including one of the world's three oldest Corvettes, country legend George Jones' pickup truck, and a bunch more...of course Richard Rawlings from Gas Monkey Garage was on hand to check out a town full of badass rides, AND his share of cold beer, which flowed quite freely by all accounts; speaking of, comedian/car guru Tom Smith from the Misfit Garage enjoyed his share of tasty "pops" as well--and all present had a fine time! Meanwhile, this week's show is more than a record of all of the fun stuff we enjoyed at last week's car show--we've got a lot of JCW Show for you too: the Colonel, Mike Turley, has got the NFL Draft all lined out for you, with bold predictions about who'll land after Round Two, and whether he thinks Deion Sanders' boy Sheuder will find his place in the pros; JD Ryan has a briefcase full of news, including a heroic tale about a self-proclaimed "Blue Cor Brawler" who wrangles a feisty gator into a recycling bin in less than thirty seconds, sans shoes! Meanwhile, Gigi Drummond has a lot to say about how a cheating husband caught in the act ought to be treated, DJ PreKay has some new rap tunes for us to check out, and Bobbo brings along his friends Johnny Cash, Tiger Wood's Mom, and a lot more--so grab a cold Natty Light and enjoy another picture perfect Saturday with the Wolfe Pack! We're damned glad to see ya.

The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad
Colonel John Spencer - Is Israel's Army the Most Moral in the World? (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_826)

The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 74:35


John's website: https://www.johnspenceronline.com #Israel #hamas #gaza #middleeast #warfare #morality #islam _______________________________________ If you appreciate my work and would like to support it: https://subscribestar.com/the-saad-truth https://patreon.com/GadSaad https://paypal.me/GadSaad To subscribe to my exclusive content on Twitter, please visit my bio at https://twitter.com/GadSaad _______________________________________ This clip was posted on April 25, 2025 on my YouTube channel as THE SAAD TRUTH_1844: https://youtu.be/7M_1Fl4cr6M _______________________________________ Please visit my website gadsaad.com, and sign up for alerts. If you appreciate my content, click on the "Support My Work" button. I count on my fans to support my efforts. You can donate via Patreon, PayPal, and/or SubscribeStar. _______________________________________ Dr. Gad Saad is a professor, evolutionary behavioral scientist, and author who pioneered the use of evolutionary psychology in marketing and consumer behavior. In addition to his scientific work, Dr. Saad is a leading public intellectual who often writes and speaks about idea pathogens that are destroying logic, science, reason, and common sense.  _______________________________________

Old Time Radio Westerns
The Colonel’s Son | The Lone Ranger (11-24-50)

Old Time Radio Westerns

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025


Original Air Date: November 24, 1950Host: Andrew RhynesShow: The Lone RangerPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)• John Todd (Tonto) Writer:• Fran Striker Producer:• George W. Trendle Music:• Ben Bonnell Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

the Random Kristian show
Holy Tricks & Heavenly Laughs A Night with Faith-Fueled Illusionist Tom CoverlyS13 Ep2

the Random Kristian show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 94:08


The Random Kristian Show Presents: Tom Coverly – The Illusionist of Inspiration!Get ready for a man with mind-blowing illusions, side-splitting laughs, and faith-filled encouragement as Tom Coverly, the world-renowned comedian, magician, and motivational speaker, joins The Random Kristian Show! Currently touring the country, Tom brings his unique blend of jaw-dropping magic and uplifting comedy to stages and hearts everywhere.Known as “The Illusionist,” Tom has performed for millions—on stages, in schools, and even for celebrities and pro athletes. Now he's bringing his powerful message of hope, purpose, and joy straight to the podcast stream. Whether you're a believer or just love a good laugh and some mind-bending tricks, this episode is one you won't want to miss! Faith. Comedy. Magic. All in one unforgettable episode.And we couldn't do this as well with out MRS A'S FAMOUS SALSA BUENA, RABBITINREDRADIO.COM, & Spreaker & iHeart Radio & The Colonel with THE ADVISER facebook Group and our friends at Creative Coatings and Promotional help from SK Robert!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-random-kristian-show--5624504/support.

The Lone Ranger - OTRWesterns.com
The Colonel’s Son | The Lone Ranger (11-24-50)

The Lone Ranger - OTRWesterns.com

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025


Original Air Date: November 24, 1950Host: Andrew RhynesShow: The Lone RangerPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)• John Todd (Tonto) Writer:• Fran Striker Producer:• George W. Trendle Music:• Ben Bonnell Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Silly History Boys Show
Colonel Blood and Crown Jewels Robbery of 1671

The Silly History Boys Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 53:14


Grab your hacksaw, lock picks  and balaclava and join the Silly History Boys for a historic crime spree...the prize? The Crown Jewels of England! Join the dashing Irish rogue Colonel Blood and his gang of idiots as they embark on a journey that will lead to one of the most daring (and frankly silly) robberies in British and Irish history! This ripping yarn takes us haring across battlements of Dublin Castle, through the seedy underbelly of restoration London and to a moonlight shoot out under the eves of the dreaded Tyburn gallows. Via a specialist coffee shop in Amsterdam! Then follow our gang of very silly rascals to to dreaded Tower of London itself! Will the crown of England be theirs....or has someone failed to bring an adequate bag Join us the Silly history boys for the funniest trip to the dungeon ever...       Music and SFX by or regular accomplices ZapSplat Big thanks to  Carsten Altena of info@sonargymusic.com, Danny Bradley, Brian Bolger and Dan Henig for their music  Big thanks to Lord Fast Fingers seeing nine consecutive life sentences for the intro music!  Music and SFX by or regular accomplices ZapSplat Big thanks to  Scott Buckley & Danny Bradley for music that we never used, but hey, we lean on them heavily so have some more thanks anyway.

The Silly History Boys Show
Colonel Blood Returns

The Silly History Boys Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 1:24


Colonel Blood and the Crown Jewels Robbery of 1671 is this weeks silly offering to you fine folk! Marvel at the unabridged, hands down silliest robbery in History! Yes....alright you've heard it before.  Sorry. We have been a bit busy running about this month...new episodes will be forth coming!

Mainely Matters
Army Reserve Colonel (Ret) Mark Brooks w/ host Rob Carmichael

Mainely Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 67:36


Army Reserve Colonel (Ret) Mark Brooks is a multifaceted leader with experience in the military, Maine State Police, business, and his community, as explored in Host Rob Carmichael's interview.

Shoulder to Shoulder
(178) War in the Real World: What Critics of Israel Don't Understand, with Colonel John Spencer

Shoulder to Shoulder

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 50:29


In this powerful episode, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed speak with Colonel John Spencer—Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at West Point and a globally recognized expert on modern combat—to unpack the complexities of Israel's war against Hamas. Colonel Spencer offers a clear-eyed analysis of urban warfare, the ethical challenges faced by democratic militaries, and the rigorous standards of international law. Together, they address the widespread misinformation fueling anti-Israel sentiment and explain why much of the global criticism ignores the realities of combat and the legal obligations Israel upholds on the battlefield.

Where There's A Will, There's A Wake
Phil Wang & Pierre Novellie - Purgatory Season

Where There's A Will, There's A Wake

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 43:54


The King, the Colonel, and the Crown.  Please bring your glasses back to the bar. You'll never guess who the Grim Reaper dragged in... Only the stand-up starlets that are Phil Wang and Pierre Novellie! They join us from their dead good podcast, 'BudPod'. Want the episodes ad free AND extra content from Phil Wang and Pierre Novellie, PLUS everything from the Kathy Burke archive? 6 Feet Under steps away from fantasy and rifles through your real funeral tales. Head to wheretheresawilltheresawake.com to subscribe. AND If you've got a story for us, send it over to email@deathpodcast.com. A Sony Music Entertainment production.   Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WTFrick LIVE
#110 Inside Amerca's Hidden Nation: His Excellency President Kevin Baugh of Molossia!

WTFrick LIVE

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 57:05


Chad Hartman
Colonel David Hunt calls it a 'clown show' with Pete Hegseth and another Signal app controversy

Chad Hartman

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 11:46


Colonel David Hunt joins Chad with news of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth caught in a second Signal app controversy and isn't shy in his criticism.

Chad Hartman
Chip Scoggins & Colonel David Hunt

Chad Hartman

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 38:15


Two segments of sports talk kickoff the hour as Chip Scoggins discusses the playoff openers for both the Wolves and Wild. Plus, Colonel David Hunt joins Chad with heavy criticism of Pete Hegseth with news of another controversy stemming from use of the Signal app to share sensitive information from the Defense Department.

Podbless
You Can Call Me Colonel

Podbless

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 69:43


Join in with the gang as they have a black getting honored with the title of being a Kentucky Colonel, then they jump into some fun topics you won't want to miss out on, so be sure to like share and subscribe.

The Book of the Dead
Chapter 100: A Colonel, Crash, and Trail of Blood-The Mysterious Death of Colonel Philip Shue

The Book of the Dead

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 37:07


On April 16, 2003, Air Force Colonel Philip Shue was found dead in his car after it veered off a Texas highway and slammed into a tree. But this wasn't an ordinary crash. Shue's body showed signs of brutal mutilation—his chest was mutilated and his finger amputated in an act of twisted, surgical, precision, and duct tape dangled from his wrists.Officially ruled a suicide, the case left behind more questions than answers.In this episode of The Book of the Dead, we dive deep into one of the most baffling and controversial military deaths in modern history. Was Colonel Shue suffering a mental health crisis—or was he killed for financial gain?We explore the forensic inconsistencies, the 3 autopsy reports, and the voices still fighting for justice.Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a promo for Mystery Frequency:Turn your dial to find the frequency of the past. Where the classic stories of *Suspense,* *Sci-fi,* *Thrillers,* and *Mysteries* are found waiting to be heard once again. There's more to *Old time radio* then just detectives, and you'll find a variety of those stories here, in their original form where each episode takes you to another place or time. But only when you find The Mystery Frequency.Listen HereAllee, D. (2008). Court Ordered Amendment to Death Certificate. In A Study in Crime (RQ-0764-GA). Kendall County Court House. https://astudyincrime.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Death-Cert-Amend.pdfCol Philip Michael Shue  (1948-2003) - Find a. . . (1948, July 22). https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/36015280/philip_michael-shueColonel Philip Shue, USAF. (n.d.). River City Charlie. https://www.militaryfamiliesforjustice.org/colonel-philip-shue-usafDiMaio, V. (2003). Autopsy Report. In astudyincrime.com (No. 2003–0678). Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office. https://astudyincrime.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/BCME_autopsy.pdfDonovan, G. (2005). Psychological Autopsy. In A Study in Crime. Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. https://astudyincrime.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/psychological_autopsy.pdfEast, M. (2024, November 13). Unsolved Mysteries: The Strange Death of Colonel Phillip Shue | By Michael East | True Crime Detective | True Crime Detective. Medium. https://medium.com/true-crime-detective/unsolved-mysteries-the-strange-death-of-colonel-phillip-shue-ed715a725e48Jun 01, 2003, page 15 - Dayton Daily News at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/410551622/?match=1&terms=colonel%20philip%20shueJun 14, 2003, page 1 - Dayton Daily News at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/410631928/?match=1&terms=colonel%20philip%20shueMcCain, C. (2017, December 7). Turning tragedy into activism: Remembering Colonel Philip Shue. HuffPost. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/colonel-philip-shue_b_1424756Pathologist: USAF colonel didn't fake abduction, take own life. (2004, April 15). MyPlainview. https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Pathologist-USAF-colonel-didn-t-fake-abduction-8805219.phpShadow box. (n.d.). https://airforce.togetherweserved.com/usaf/servlet/tws.webapp.WebApp?cmd=LegacySBV&type=Person&ID=155997The curious case of Col. Shue. (2011, August 2). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-curious-case-of-col-shue-26-03-2009/

The Pete Kaliner Show
The military has a cancer (04-16-2025--Hour1)

The Pete Kaliner Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 34:42


This episode is presented by Create A Video – A retired Colonel writes at The Federalist that the US military is approaching a dangerous point of rationalization of a coup. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biscuits & Jam
Craig Morgan's Journey from the Army to the Opry

Biscuits & Jam

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 44:06


Craig Morgan is that rare country artist who actually grew up around Nashville, but he also breaks the mold in a lot of other ways. After finishing high school in Kingston Springs, just west of downtown Nashville, Craig joined the Army for what would become a long, intense, and distinctive military career. As a member of the 101st and 82nd Airborne divisions, he parachuted into the jungles of Panama and fought sex traffickers in Thailand, among other dangerous assignments. But despite his commitment to the armed services, he always had a yearning to play music. Craig found himself writing songs based on his experiences, and thanks to the encouragement of a Colonel who thought he had an extraordinary talent, he made the leap to the music business. Now, he has a successful career, a dedicated fan base, and a body of work largely defined by his commitment to God, Family, and Country—which happens to be the name of his memoir. Sid talks to Craig about how much he loves his mom's biscuits and gravy, his new EP called American Soundtrack, and the way a family tragedy led him to write a song that's touched so many people. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Biscuits & Jam is produced by: Sid Evans - Editor-in-Chief, Southern Living Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer & Editor/Producer Jeremiah McVay - Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Free From Wall Street
Aligning Values and Wealth with Anne Martin

Free From Wall Street

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 36:08


In this episode of the Investing with Purpose podcast Colonel Anne Martin, USMC (Ret.) shares her remarkable journey from military service to organic farming and now to real estate. She discusses her investment strategies, the importance of aligning investments with personal values, and the legacy she hopes to leave for her children. Anne emphasizes the significance of community support in real estate and the benefits of being a real estate professional. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions that highlight her insights and aspirations.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Anne Martin's Journey03:16 Military Service and Transition to Real Estate05:51 Investing Strategies and Lessons Learned08:47 The Power of VA Loans and TSP11:19 Investing with Purpose and Community Impact14:09 Aligning Investments with Values17:01 Legacy and Teaching Financial Responsibility20:32 Mindset Shift on Wealth and Materialism23:31 Building Relationships and Community in Investing25:42 Understanding Real Estate Professional Status29:05 Creating an Investor Group for Beginners32:52 Advice for Aspiring Faith-Driven InvestorsResources Mentioned28:02 ⁠www.youtube.com/@InvestingwithPurpose⁠32:46 The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Jay PapasanAbout Anne MartinAnne Martin is a licensed Realtor® with Keller Williams in Carmel, CA, bringing decades of leadership and organizational excellence from her 27-year career in the U.S. Marine Corps. Retiring as a Colonel in 2016, she led major initiatives, including the integration of women into ground combat roles as Branch Head of Manpower, Plans & Policy.A Vancouver, WA native and Stanford University graduate in Human Biology, Anne also holds associate degrees in Korean and Japanese from the Defense Language Institute and is a graduate of Japan's National Institute for Defense Studies. Her military career spanned deployments to Somalia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, where she played a critical role in advancing surveillance capabilities. Her service earned her honors including the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, and Bronze Star.After the military, Anne founded an organic farm business and launched a veteran farming program still active across New England. In California, she established the state chapter of the Farmer Veteran Coalition. Anne is also deeply rooted in her community—she co-hosts the Monterey Bay Investor Network, serves as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for foster children, sits on the Toys for Tots Foundation board, and is active in the Rotary Club of Pacific Grove.Now based in Carmel, Anne combines her strategic mindset, passion for service, and real estate expertise to help clients navigate the market with precision and integrity.Connect with Anne Martin Anne Martin, Realtor®Keller Williams Coastal EstatesCarmel, CA831-204-2189anne.martin@kw.comDRE#02248356Connect with UsAre you interested in joining a community of like-minded individuals who aspire to build true wealth through real estate passive investing? Go to IHG Investor Club to learn more!

Zero Blog Thirty
Colonel Larry Perino on Black Hawk Down, The Battle Of Mogadishu, and His Military Career

Zero Blog Thirty

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 69:16


This week on Bold American Cons, Rob, and Ryan discuss their last 72 (00:00:00-00:06:52). The F-47 fighter jet program and its announcement (00:06:53-00:12:20). The recent Tesla vandalism that's taken place across the country (00:12:21-00:16:28). The recent memos to military personnel regarding posting content to social media (00:16:29-00:24:27). And the most realistic military movies (00:24:28-00:28:11). Colonel Larry Perino joins the show and tells us about his experience in the Battle of Mogadishu, Black Hawk Down and the new documentary Surviving Black Hawk Down. He also tells us his thoughts on returning to the battle site, the effect his rugby career had on preparing him for the military, and what advice he would give his former self (00:28:12-01:03:52). We end the show with some post show discussion (01:03:53-01:09:16). You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/ZeroBlog30You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/ZeroBlog30