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The Nuclear Threat: China's Arsenal Expansion and No First Use Abandonment — Peter Huessy — Huessy argues that China has effectively abandoned its official "No First Use" nuclear policy, evidenced through explicit nuclear threats against Japan regarding Taiwan intervention scenarios. Huessy documents massive American intelligence failures regarding Chinese nuclear arsenal size, with projections indicating Beijing will possess thousands of warheads by the 2030s rather than maintaining historically minimal deterrent levels. Huessy proposes that potential South Korean or Japanese nuclear weapons development could leverage coercive pressure compelling Chinese engagement in serious arms control negotiations. 1959. US PAID $100.00 FOR A MIG-15 TO DEFECT
China and Russia Coordinate Threats Against Japan Over Taiwan — Rebecca Grant — Grant documents coordinated China-Russia diplomatic pressure against Japan, triggered by Prime Minister Takichi Sai's assertion that Chinese invasion of Taiwan would constitute an existential threat necessitating Japanese military mobilization. Grantnotes that despite Chinese nuclear saber-rattling and Cold War-era propaganda campaigns, Japanese leadership is categorically refusing diplomatic capitulation, systematically strengthening defensive military capabilities and alliance relationships, demonstrating unprecedented strategic resolve against intimidation. 1952
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Sometimes it takes a single moment to see yourself through a softer lens. In this episode, I share an experience that shifted how I relate to my imperfections and why a Japanese philosophy helped me reinterpret a scar I used to hide. If you've ever felt “not enough,” this gentle reflection invites you into a new way of seeing your own story, your healing, and the beauty woven into your cracks.Where in your life are you being called to see yourself with more compassion?Related episodes to explore:• 167: Did I Manifest This? A Bali Story About Universal Signs - https://youtu.be/gwF87tVHqZc• 163: Navigating Family Transitions: How to Support Kids & Yourself - https://youtu.be/Fjl3pQfDabs
Episode Description: While warming up indoors on a snowy day, Max and Molly review their mysterious clues about the POGs—until Max's Alexa begins acting strangely. Decoding a message leads them to the famous toy store, FAO Schwarz, in 1998, where they overhear a secret meeting of sinister toy avatars plotting chaos across time. To stop them, Max and Molly decide they must become… moles. Math Concepts: Division with whole numbers and decimals; Multiplying decimals for cost calculations; Calculating time spans; Sound waves: how speed varies with temperature, medium, and environmental conditions.History/Geography Concepts: FAO Schwarz history (established 1862; cultural significance); Toy history: Tickle Me Elmo, Furbys, Teddy Ruxpin, and Edison Talking Dolls (late 19th-century experimental tech); Reading direction of Asian writing systems (Chinese, Japanese, Korean: historic right-to-left vertical writing).
At the very end of World War Two, Australian soldiers were sent to Borneo to dislodge the occupying Japanese Forces. The story of their brutal fighting was largely forgotten by their own compatriots, who never understood why they went in there in the first place.It was one of the largest amphibious landings of the whole war, and what followed was months of brutal fighting on an island that was both a hell and a paradise.The operation was called Operation Oboe, and it was one of the most successful military campaigns Australia has ever been a part of.But the men who fought there were never celebrated upon their return home.They were forgotten amid all the questioning of whether all the fighting and dying on Borneo needed to happen in the first place.Author Michael Veitch happened upon this forgotten story of Australians at war in the most unlikely of circumstances involving a trivia night and a grumpy older man.Borneo: The Last Campaign - Australia's brilliant, controversial end to World War Two is published by Hachette.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris, executive producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores war, battles, history, modern history, occupation, fighting, death, grief, men at war, brothers in arms, US military, military history, Japanese, Germany, Nazis, allied forces, AUKUS, ANZAC, axis powers, Russia, General MacArthur, great war, fighting, leopards, Borneo, rubber, oil, resources, surrender, books for dad, Christmas books, history books.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.
A stranger to none in our corner of the musical world, Qeone has quickly become one of those must listen labels for each release that comes by our proverbial desks. Fantastic sound design, jazz-like tempos and improvisation mean molds are constantly being broken and rebuilt in the artists' imagination. This focus on experimentation and fresh ears has laid the groundwork for a hotbed of creativity. A label is very much a reflection of those that run it, to the surprise of none Polygonia aka Lindsey Wang heads the imprint, and I can't think of a better example of this concept. Simply her production chops, curatorial skills, work ethic, and attention to detail are all constantly on display with this project. Not even to mention the artwork, which she also creates for each release. For Qeone's sixth and final release of 2025, Lindsey looks to Mexico City via Berlin based Viiaan and her forthcoming EP titled ‘Taiko'. Japanese for drum, the four tracker is a raucous affair, with bright percussion leading the way through syncopated tempos and an upbeat energetic atmosphere that gets the body moving. Rounding out the EP is Azkhar, a four minute wild ride through esoteric melodies and what seems like a molding of genres. Is it half-time, is it breaks, is it tribal bass, who knows. The results speak for themselves as heavy bass elements rumble under as the label states, ‘rhythmical chopped reese drones and flowing tribal grooves.' Azkhar and the remainder of the Taiko release will be out on the 4th of December. @viiaan @qeone www.instagram.com/__viiaan/ www.instagram.com/qeone.rec/ Write up by @huedj Follow us on social media: @itsdelayed linktr.ee/delayed www.delayed.nyc www.facebook.com/itsdelayed www.instagram.com/_____delayed www.youtube.com/@_____delayed Contact us: info@delayed.nyc
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LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler and Grant Boone joined today's show with host Gary Williams. Boone led it off and shared news on a new collegiate event being hosted by Abilene Christian that has top programs across the country participating, how some top players are now going to and staying in college to refine their games, the rise from the Japanese players, the year from Nelly Korda and how Jeeno Thitikul bounced back from a devastating loss. Kessler talked about private equity in sports, how the LPGA is laser focused on the fans, his stance on team events, the three things that matter most for the tour, developing the right schedule and the keys to leadership.
私のサイトJapanese with Norikoで、Transcriptionが読めます。このエピソードは「Book Talk with Yuko」2025年最後の録音回。Norikoとゆう子さんが秋のリーディングチャレンジを振り返り、5週間の読書体験やお互いの学びを語り合いました。ひとりでは続かない読書も、仲間と励まし合うことでモチベーションを保てたと振り返ります。後半では、今年心に残った本を紹介しながら、読書を通して考えたテーマ、哲学や生き方、表現すること、女性の生きづらさなど、について意見を交わしました。最後に、2025年の読書を締めくくりつつ「来年も本を通して学びを続けよう」と前向きなメッセージで終わっています。松下 龍之介『一次元の挿し木』村田沙也加『消滅世界』・Vanishing WorldしんめいP『自分とか、ないから。 教養としての東洋哲学』小川糸『ライオンのおやつ』養老 孟司(ようろう たけし)いしかわゆき『書く習慣』米澤穂信『黒牢城』(こくろうじょう)金原 ひとみ(かねはら ひとみ) 『YABUNONAKA―ヤブノナカー』高瀬隼子さん『おいしいごはんが食べられますように』
Ed Miklavic was one of 12 children and he ended up joining the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1940 because he tagged along with his brother and a friend to the Army recruiter. But Ed was better qualified than both of them. This was before the U.S. entered World War II, and the Army didn't even have a current uniform to give Miklavcic. Nonetheless, he headed out west for training and was stationed at Pearl Harbor's Wheeler Field leading up to the Japanese attacks on December 7, 1941.In this edition of Veterans Chronicles, Miklavcic tells us what his duties were before the attacks, how the attacks unfolded for him on December 7, and what he saw at Wheeler Field once the attacks were over.Miklavcic also describes his service on Iwo Jima. He explains why he came ashore days later than expected, what he saw when he landed, and his assignment at the airfields. He shares what it was like trying to dig and build in the black ash sand of Iwo Jima and to deal with Japanese mortar attacks and nighttime raids. He also remembers the iconic flag raising atop Mount Suribachi.Finally, Miklavcic stresses the importance of remembering the service and sacrifice of all who have fought, bled, and died for our nation.
Peter Boockvar, Chief Investment Officer at OnePoint BFG, joins the MSD airwaves once again for a breakdown of the potential dynamics of the Japanese bond market. With the Japanese central bank in the precipice of raising rates and the US Federal Reserve potentially cutting rates, the two decisions could have implications on the yen carry trade.
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On December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor was hit with fire, chaos, and a surprise attack that should have shattered the U.S. Pacific Fleet. Instead, it produced some of the wildest, most unlikely heroes in American history. In this episode, Ben Thompson is joined by Navy veteran and comedian Rob Mayfield to break down the stories of the men who refused to fold - from mess attendant Doris “Dorie” Miller dropping enemy planes with a .50-cal he'd never been trained to fire, to two hungover fighter pilots who rolled out of bed, ignored every order, and took on the entire Japanese strike force, to the boatswain who literally dove into the harbor to keep a battleship from going down. It's Pearl Harbor like you've never heard it - intense, unbelievable, and absolutely badass.
New Zealand man accused of eating Faberge pendant inspired by Bond movie as police 'wait' for evidence, Japanese town is suing one of its residents for being a jerk, 48-hour dodgeball game sets record, raises money for charity, all without devastating any overly sensative snowflake types...
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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Haruto's Path: Finding Beauty in Tea and Imperfection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-03-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の嵐山竹林は、静かで荘厳な雰囲気を持っています。En: The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Kyoto holds a serene and majestic atmosphere.Ja: 高さのある竹が自然の大聖堂を作り、冬の柔らかな光が緑の天蓋を通して降り注ぎます。En: The tall bamboo creates a natural cathedral, with the soft winter light filtering through the green canopy.Ja: 冷たい空気には、しっとりとした葉の香りが漂っています。En: The scent of damp leaves lingers in the chilly air.Ja: 心地よいこの場所で、春斗は伝統的な茶道のデモンストレーションの準備をしていました。En: In this pleasant place, Haruto was preparing for a traditional tea ceremony demonstration.Ja: 春斗は茶道を愛する情熱的な茶師です。En: Haruto is a passionate tea master who loves the tea ceremony.Ja: 伝統を守るため、彼は完璧を目指します。En: To preserve tradition, he strives for perfection.Ja: しかし、最近は自信が持てなくなっています。En: However, recently he has been losing confidence.Ja: 師匠の高い期待に応えたい気持ちは強いですが、彼はよく夢で失敗する悪夢に悩まされます。En: He strongly desires to meet his master's high expectations, but he is often plagued by nightmares of failure.Ja: その日の朝、春斗は竹林の中で深呼吸をしました。En: That morning, Haruto took a deep breath in the bamboo grove.Ja: 彼は一人の僧侶と出会いました。その僧侶は知恵と安らぎで知られていました。En: He encountered a monk known for wisdom and tranquility.Ja: 「春斗さん、どうしましたか?」と僧侶が優しく尋ねました。En: "Haruto-san, what's troubling you?" the monk gently inquired.Ja: 「完璧にしたいのですが、失敗が怖いです。」春斗は正直に打ち明けました。En: "I want to be perfect, but I'm afraid of failing," Haruto confessed honestly.Ja: 僧侶は微笑み、「完璧は幻想ですよ。本当の美しさは不完全さの中にあります。」と答えました。En: The monk smiled and replied, "Perfection is an illusion. True beauty lies in imperfection."Ja: これに勇気をもらった春斗は、練習に没頭しました。En: With this encouragement, Haruto immersed himself in practice.Ja: 彼はその日のために何度も何度もお茶を点てました。En: He made tea over and over for that day.Ja: とうとう、茶会の日がやってきました。En: Finally, the day of the tea gathering arrived.Ja: 竹林の中で、師匠や多くの観客が見守る中、春斗の手は緊張しながらも優雅に動きました。En: Amid the bamboo grove, under the watchful eyes of his master and many spectators, Haruto's hands moved gracefully, albeit with tension.Ja: しかし、ふと、小さな間違いに気づきました。En: Suddenly, he noticed a small mistake.Ja: 緊張とともに、心の中で静かに決心しました。En: Along with his tension, he quietly resolved in his heart.Ja: 春斗は少し微笑み、「お茶も竹と同じです。不完全でも美しいものです。」と一言言いました。En: Haruto smiled slightly and said, "Tea is like bamboo. Beautiful even in its imperfection."Ja: 観客は笑い出し、場が和みました。En: The spectators laughed, and the atmosphere eased.Ja: 春斗は落ち着いて間違いを正しました。En: Haruto calmly corrected his mistake.Ja: その瞬間、師匠からの認めるような目線を感じました。En: At that moment, he felt a recognizing gaze from his master.Ja: 春斗は悟りました。完璧さよりも大切なのは、そこにいる自分であること。En: Haruto realized that more important than perfection is being oneself in the moment.Ja: そして、真実の美は自然体でいることから生まれるのです。En: And true beauty emerges from being natural.Ja: 春斗はその後も茶道に専念し、竹林のように伸び続けました。En: After that, Haruto continued to devote himself to the tea ceremony, growing like the bamboo grove.Ja: 彼の中の不安は、いつしか静かな自信へと変わっていったのでした。En: The anxiety within him gradually transformed into a quiet confidence. Vocabulary Words:serene: 静かでmajestic: 荘厳なcanopy: 天蓋lingers: 漂っていますchilly: 冷たいpassionate: 情熱的なdemonstration: デモンストレーションstrives: 目指しますperfection: 完璧plagued: 悩まされますnightmares: 悪夢encountered: 出会いましたtranquility: 安らぎillusion: 幻想immersed: 没頭しましたgracefully: 優雅にspectators: 観客gathering: 茶会albeit: ながらもresolved: 決心しましたgaze: 目線natural: 自然体transformed: 変わっていったconfession: 打ち明けましたcorrected: 正しましたdevote: 専念しconfidence: 自信imperfection: 不完全emerged: 生まれるwatches over: 見守る
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Rekindling Bonds: A Winter Reunion Beneath Mount Fuji Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-03-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 静かな冬の日、川口湖のそばにある雪に覆われた富士山がその雄大さを誇示していました。En: On a quiet winter day, Mount Fuji, covered in snow, was displaying its grandeur beside Lake Kawaguchi.Ja: 秋田市から移住して東京で働く中年男性、アキラは久々に故郷に戻ってきました。En: Akita City native Akira, a middle-aged man who had moved to work in Tokyo, returned to his hometown for the first time in a long while.Ja: 彼は都会の生活に追われ、家族と過ごす時間がめっきり減ってしまっていました。En: Chased by the bustle of city life, he had significantly less time to spend with his family.Ja: 今日、彼は特別な贈り物を手に、長い間会っていなかった妹のユキに会うため、一歩一歩家に近づいていきます。En: Today, with a special gift in hand, he is taking steps towards home to meet his younger sister, Yuki, whom he hasn't seen in quite some time.Ja: ドアを開けると、温かみのある木の香りとともにユキの声が聞こえました。En: When he opened the door, the warm scent of wood accompanied Yuki's voice welcoming him.Ja: 「アキラ、お帰りなさい。En: "Welcome back, Akira."Ja: 」少しの無言の後、二人はお互いの顔を見つめ、微笑みます。En: After a brief moment of silence, they looked at each other's faces and smiled.Ja: そこには言葉にならない安心感と、微かな緊張が交錯していました。En: There was an indescribable sense of relief mixed with a faint tension.Ja: アキラは週末を生かして、家族みんなと特別な夕食を計画していました。En: Akira used the weekend to plan a special dinner with the whole family.Ja: このプランは、普段忙しい彼の生活から一瞬抜け出し、家族の絆を再び深めるためのものです。En: This plan was a way for him to momentarily escape his normally busy life and rekindle the family bonds.Ja: 夕飯の準備中、アキラはユキと話しました。En: During dinner preparations, Akira spoke with Yuki.Ja: 「ユキ、全部一人でやらせてごめんね。En: "Sorry for making you do everything by yourself, Yuki.Ja: 都会での生活が忙しくて…」ユキは静かに笑いましたが、その言葉の裏には少しの苦しみも隠されていました。En: Life in the city has kept me busy..." Yuki quietly laughed, but there was a hint of pain hidden behind her words.Ja: 「アキラ、お兄ちゃんの仕事や夢は大切だとわかってる。En: "I understand that Akira, your work and dreams are important.Ja: でも、たまには顔を見せてほしいの。En: But sometimes, I want you to show your face.Ja: 両親も寂しいし、私も…」その晩、夕飯を囲んで親しい会話が続きました。En: Our parents feel lonely, and so do I..." That evening, intimate conversations continued around the dinner table.Ja: アキラは東京の話をし、ユキは田舎の生活の苦労を語り合いました。En: Akira talked about life in Tokyo, while Yuki shared the hardships of rural life.Ja: 暖かな灯りの下で、心の壁が少しずつ崩れていきました。En: Under the warm light, the emotional walls between them slowly began to crumble.Ja: 食後、ユキはアキラに話しかけました。En: After the meal, Yuki spoke to Akira.Ja: 「たまには私も東京に行ってみたいわ。En: "I would like to visit Tokyo sometimes.Ja: お兄ちゃんの生活を見て、直接話し合えたらいいわね。En: It would be nice to see your life, and we could discuss things directly."Ja: 」その瞬間、アキラは彼女を見つめる目が優しく、頼もしいものとなりました。En: In that instant, Akira's gaze turned gentle and reassuring.Ja: 「もちろんだよ、ユキ。En: "Of course, Yuki.Ja: これからはもっと頻繁に来るし、君も東京に遊びに来るといい。En: I will come more often, and you should visit Tokyo as well."Ja: 」二人は久しぶりの和解と再会の喜びで、心が満たされました。En: Their hearts were filled with the joy of reconciliation and reunion after such a long time.Ja: 外には雪が静かに降り続き、穏やかな冬の夜が二人を優しく包み込んでいました。En: Outside, snow continued to fall quietly, enveloping the two gently on a peaceful winter night.Ja: アキラとユキはそれぞれの道を歩みながらも、いつでも家族という繋がりが心の中に強く残っていることを感じたのでした。En: Akira and Yuki felt a strong sense of their family connection remaining in their hearts as they each continued on their respective paths. Vocabulary Words:grandeur: 雄大さnative: 出身bustle: 生活に追われindescribable: 言葉にならないrekindle: 再び深めるaccompanied: とともにindescribable: 言葉にならないintimate: 親しいreconciliation: 和解reunion: 再会enveloped: 包み込むgaze: 見つめるrelief: 安心感tension: 緊張reassuring: 頼もしいfaint: 微かなbonds: 絆hint: 裏lonely: 寂しいhardships: 苦労dreams: 夢displaying: 誇示してsolace: 安堵momentarily: 一瞬frequent: 頻繁reassuring: 心が頼もしいcrumble: 崩れてwelcoming: 迎え入れるunderstanding: 分かってpain: 苦しみ
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On Episode 1033 of Hittin' Season, powered by WHYY, The Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, editor of the SABR Baseball Research Journal discusses the latest rumors on Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto, Ketel Marte trade ideas, a Japanese pitcher we'd all like to see, and various hot take Phillies topics that may have landed you in a fight at Thanksgiving, courtesy of That Ball's Outta Here! https://thatballsouttahere.com/8-phillies-hot-takes-to-fight-about-over-thanksgiving-dinner?page_source=v_recirc
Mixing Music with Dee Kei | Audio Production, Technical Tips, & Mindset
In this solo episode, Dee Kei thinks out loud about what keeps creatives going when outcomes are uncertain. He unpacks a hard truth many avoid: results are not guaranteed, and tying your identity to them creates desperation and bad decisions. Instead, build a career around love of the craft, alignment, and service to the song. Along the way, DK contrasts winning vs loving the game through Michael Jordan and Shohei Ohtani, explores ikigai and Japanese craftsmanship, pokes holes in hustle without purpose, and explains why the illusion of control shows up in studio superstitions. The practical takeaway is simple and difficult at once: enjoy the work, separate from the outcome, and your best mixes follow.What you will learnHow detaching from results reduces fear and improves decisionsWhen grit helps and when to keep your head down and take the hitWhy “use your ears” remains the only answer that mattersThe role of ritual and superstition in performance psychologyWhy craft comes first and money follows as a consequence SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT!SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBEJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast' Discord!HIRE DEE KEIHIRE LUHIRE JAMESFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLu @JamesParrishMixesTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLuThe Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Izotope, Antares (Auto Tune), Sweetwater, Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Filepass, & CanvaThe Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei, Lu, and James are professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Odetari, 6arelyhuman, Trey Songz, Keyshia Cole, Benny the Butcher, carolesdaughter, Crying City, Daphne Loves Derby, Natalie Jane, charlieonnafriday, bludnymph, Lay Bankz, Rico Nasty, Ayesha Erotica, ATEEZ, Dizzy Wright, Kanye West, Blackway, The Game, Dylan Espeseth, Tara Yummy, Asteria, Kets4eki, Shaquille O'Neal, Republic Records, Interscope Records, Arista Records, Position Music, Capital Records, Mercury Records, Universal Music Group, apg, Hive Music, Sony Music, and many others.This podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed and recorded at Dee Kei's private studio in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's Tuesday, December 2nd, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Trump urges Venezuelan president to leave country U.S. sabers are rattling off the coast of Venezuela. The Miami Herald reported that President Donald Trump offered Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro an ultimatum over the weekend: He said, “You can save yourself and those closest to you, but you must leave the country now.” For any assistance in leading to Maduro's arrest, the U.S. government has placed a bounty of $50 million on the Venezuelan President. Also, President Trump issued a warning on Saturday via Truth Social. He wrote, “To all Airlines, Pilots, Drug Dealers, and Human Traffickers, please consider THE AIRSPACE ABOVE AND SURROUNDING VENEZUELA TO BE CLOSED IN ITS ENTIRETY.” Trump designates Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist group The President also designated certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood organization as a terrorist group, as of Sunday. CounterExtremism.com has counted 48 extremist individuals and groups tied to the Brotherhood. As a Muslim Brotherhood host, the nation of Qatar has transferred $1.8 billion to Gaza since 2012, some of which reportedly has gone to Hamas. That information was revealed through recent audits. 65 people died from Ebola in Congo, Africa The Democratic Republic of the Congo is dealing with another Ebola outbreak — 65 cases confirmed and 45 deaths, reports U.S. News & World Report. The last major Congolese outbreak occurred in 2018. The virus is as dangerous as rabies, the Marburg virus, and the Avian flu. Exodus 4:11 reminds us that God is in control of all health issues: “So the Lord said to him, “Who has made man's mouth? Or who makes the mute, the deaf, the seeing, or the blind? Have not I, the Lord?” Russian-Ukrainian negotiations at stalemate In other world news, the Russo-Ukrainian conflict negotiations are approaching another stalemate. Ukraine announced they will not accept territorial concessions. And French President Emmanuel Macron announced an endorsement of using frozen Russian assets to help fund Ukraine's defense. Japanese court upholds ban on homosexual marriage Japan's Tokyo court upheld the homosexual marriage ban as constitutional, reports the BBC. Of Asian states, only Thailand, Nepal, and Taiwan have legalized the practice thus far. Christian ministries ranked most and least transparent Ministry Watch has released its 2025 ratings of American ministries for financial efficiency, transparency, and donor confidence. Of the largest ministries in the United States, Medicine For All People International, Grand Canyon University, World Relief, Christian Aid Ministries, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the Christian Broadcasting Network rate the highest. Lowest ratings go to Samaritan's Purse, Convoy of Hope, Baylor University, Pepperdine University, and Hillsdale College. Some controversy has been brewing recently over the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability and the Billy Graham Evangelical Association's withdrawal from the organization. Top 3 ministries serving the persecuted Of the six ministries serving the persecuted saints, Ministry Watch rates International Christian Concern, Equipping the Persecuted, and Persecution Project highest for financial efficiency, transparency, and donor confidence. Voice of the Martyrs is rated lowest. Equipping the Persecuted focuses on Nigeria, and Persecution Project has been actively serving the persecuted saints in Sudan, Africa. Folks, think about giving to the poor and the suffering this Christmas season. Proverbs 28:27 says, “He who gives to the poor will not lack, but he who hides his eyes will have many curses.” U.S. government ran a $1.8 trillion deficit The financial numbers are in for the U.S. government's fiscal year 2025, ending in October. The government ran a deficit of $1.8 trillion for the year. That's down $41 billion or 2% compared to the previous year. However, revenues increased by $317 billion due to higher tariffs on imported goods. Spending was up a whopping 4% or $275 billion, driven by welfare and benefit programs, as well as rising interest payments on the public debt. Trump to pick new Federal Reserve Chairman U.S. President Donald Trump will soon announce his next pick for chairman of the Federal Reserve. The new pick is slated to replace Jerome Powell in May of next year. Gold hits $4,230/ounce and silver hits $58/ounce Metals are still on the rise again. Gold hit $4,230 per ounce and silver topped $58.00 per ounce. Bitcoin is still down 31% over two months ago. FDA admits COVID-19 shots killed U.S. kids The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has acknowledged, for the first time, that COVID-19 vaccines have killed American children. According to Politico, Vinay Prasad, the vaccine chief for the FDA, issued a memo in which he revealed that FDA staff “found … at least 10 children have died after and because of receiving COVID-19 vaccination.” This comes from an “initial analysis of 96 deaths (associated with the vaccine taking place) between 2021 and 2024.” TN Democrat opposes Christian prayer in public forum And finally, the Christian faith appears to be at stake -- in a tight election in Tennessee for the 7th District Congressional seat. The Democrat candidate Aftyn Behn has gone on record stating she is opposed to Christian prayer in the public forum. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social yesterday. He warned that Behn “hates Christianity, will take away your guns, wants Open Borders. . . men in women's sports, and openly disdains Country music.” The latest polls show the Republican candidate, Van Epps, is holding a slight lead in today's election. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, December 2nd, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com) Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
It seems like it's time once more to grab some Japanese film. Especially after the passing of Tatsuya Nakadai. This gives us an excuse to go grab one of his films. So let's grab the three hour Akira Kurosawa film, Kagemusha: The Shadow Warrior(1980). Set before the unification of Japan, we have Tatsuya playing Shingen Takeda and his perfect double. Shingen's regular body double found a criminal that looks like Shingen's twin. A good thing too as lord Takeda get's mortally wounded and begs his generals and the other double to keep the peace for at least three years. This is to keep Oda Nobunaga from becoming emboldened. Spoiler from … Continue reading "Popcorn Pulse 254: Shadow War"
The Matt Kim Podcast: Homeless Machete Giveaway, Trump Endorsements, and Central CastingIn this episode of The Matt Kim Podcast, Matt Kim and his co-host Peter Satton dive into a series of controversial and provocative topics. The discussion begins with the idea that the world is a show and everything, including political figures, is staged — a notion famously declared by Trump. They boast about their track record of being consistently right about various issues. The podcast covers a range of subjects, including an update on Matt's life, observations about American entitlement at resorts, and the behavior at buffets. They then jump into heavier topics, such as the ongoing U.S. involvement in Venezuela, characterized as a regime change mission for oil resources, and criticize the military-industrial complex. They touch on domestic radicalization, false flag events, and whether America is more dangerous than other countries like Mexico. This episode also explores the manipulation of social media platforms by foreign entities, the controversial endorsement by Trump in Miami's mayoral race, and a humorous analysis of Trump Vodka and the potential upcoming Trump Phone. The show wraps up with a talk on homelessness, Japanese internet memes about America's fentanyl crisis, and the idea of arming the homeless with machetes. Enjoy this unpredictable mix of humor, satire, and critical social commentary.Timestamps02:14 Travel Stories and Observations03:03 American Entitlement at Resorts07:41 Cultural Critiques and International Travel11:28 Venezuela Conflict and US Involvement17:08 Radicalization and Domestic Issues24:14 Mass Shootings and Gun Violence in America42:14 Social Media Manipulation and Foreign Influence51:38 Marjorie Taylor Greene's Resignation and Trump's Reaction53:17 Candace Owens and the Conspiracy Theories54:42 The Entertainment Value of Political Figures58:30 Online Gambling and Its Legal Issues01:06:10 Trump's Various Business Ventures01:16:25 The Political Landscape and Trump's Endorsements01:31:10 Homelessness and Controversial Solutions01:36:09 International Perception of America's Drug Crisis====================================Support the show~Join the Free Thinker Army!https://www.patreon.com/c/freemattkim====================================The ONLY VPN that can't spy on you.https://vp.net/mattHang out here~!soj.ooO https://soj.ooo/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4rC0QxBD1eRPKMHIIpL0vA/joinDonate!https://www.mattkimpodcast.com/support/FREE THINKER ARMY DISCORD:https://discord.gg/2juHnR6DPzTELEGRAM EDIT ZONE:https://t.me/+IV-skn-OXyw1MTcxFollow Matt!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattattack009/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FreeMattKimRumble: https://rumble.com/c/FreeMattKimTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freemattkimFollow Peter on X:Twitter: https://x.com/AgilePeterBusiness Inquiries Please Email mattkimpodcast@protonmail.com
“Why do some holiday commercials spark more anger than joy—and what does that say about the season ahead?” In this lively episode of The JB and Sandy Show, hosts JB and Sandy dive headfirst into the chaos and quirks of the holiday season, joined by Sandy's wife, Tricia, whose candid reactions to a certain Amazon commercial set the tone for a hilarious and relatable discussion. From the “meemaws” sledding down the hill to the early onset of Christmas celebrations, the trio explores why some traditions—and advertisements—can push us over the edge before December even begins. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as JB and Sandy reminisce about classic colognes, celebrity endorsements, and the psychology behind scent and memory. Tricia shares, “All you need for me is Drakkar. Old school Drakkar. She's hanging on there. 1988. With everything she's got,” sparking laughter and memories of simpler times. The hosts debate the merits of magazine fragrance samples versus TV ads, and Tricia weighs in on what really matters when choosing a cologne. But the episode isn't all lighthearted banter. The hosts tackle a serious issue gripping Austin: the rise of pickpocketing during the holiday rush. Drawing on personal stories and expert advice, they reveal clever tricks used by thieves—from the infamous “baby toss” distraction to the classic café phone snatch. JB recounts, “They'll walk up to people at a cafe…hold a map over your phone, then reach down and pick it up under the paper. Slick.” The discussion is packed with practical tips to keep your valuables safe and stories of locals fighting back, including a memorable tale of a tourist who took justice into her own hands.Other highlights include:The futuristic (and pricey) Japanese human washing machine—would you pay $400,000 for the ultimate clean?The changing face of Austin's nightlife, bachelorette parties, and the “woo girls” phenomenon.The debate over ditching wallets for Apple Pay, and Sandy's bold declaration: “I'm also gonna try to start going without underwear. No, let's keep that tight. Come on.”With humor, heart, and a dash of holiday angst, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the joys and frustrations of December. Whether you're searching for the perfect cologne, dodging pickpockets, or just trying to survive the season, JB, Sandy, and Tricia deliver insights and laughs that will keep you coming back for more.Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments“All you need for me is Drakkar. Old school Drakkar. She's hanging on there. 1988. With everything she's got.”“They'll throw a baby at you…and next thing you know, all your stuff is gone. But then you got their baby.”“I'm also gonna try to start going without underwear. No, let's keep that tight. Come on.”Call-to-Action Love what you hear? Don't miss a moment—subscribe to The JB and Sandy Show, leave us a review, and share this episode with friends who need a laugh (or a warning about pickpockets)!
MRKT Matrix - Tuesday, December 2nd Stocks rebound as bitcoin bounces, tech shares gain (CNBC) How a Japanese rate hike could affect markets (Axios) Costco sues Trump admin seeking tariff refunds before Supreme Court rules if they're illegal (CNBC) Holiday shopping turnout jumps to 202.9 million people during Thanksgiving weekend, NRF says (CNBC) Gen Z Shoppers Aren't Spending Like Retailers Need Them To (WSJ) OpenAI Declares ‘Code Red' as Google Threatens AI Lead (WSJ) Comcast's Bid Seeks to Merge NBCUniversal With Warner Bros. (Bloomberg) --- Subscribe to our newsletter: https://riskreversalmedia.beehiiv.com/subscribe MRKT Matrix by RiskReversal Media is a daily AI powered podcast bringing you the top stories moving financial markets Story curation by RiskReversal, scripts by Perplexity Pro, voice by ElevenLabs
This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall dig into the morass that is the British “problem” in Malaya following the Japanese invasion. Just before the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Japanese launched the Invasion of Malaya, landing on several beaches and quickly moving inland. British colonial troop's reaction to the Japanese advance was both slow and improper, leading to cataclysmic defeats at Jitra, Slim River and Muar, in December 1941, and January 1942. By the time the Japanese have beaten the Brits back at Mura, they are poised to make their final devastating run to Singapore. The Malayan campaign, as expertly described by Jon, remains the worst military defeat in the long and storied history of the British Army. Tune in to hear all about the debacle. #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #mastersoftheair #8thairforce #mightyeighth #100thbombgroup #bloodyhundredth #b17 #boeing #airforce wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #oldbreed #1stMarineDivision #thepacific #Peleliu #army #marines #marinecorps #worldwar2 #worldwar #worldwarii #leytegulf #battleofleytegulf #rodserling #twilightzone #liberation #blacksheep #power #prisoner #prisonerofwar #typhoon #hurricane #weather #iwojima#bullhalsey #ace #p47 #p38 #fighter #fighterpilot #b29 #strategicstudying #tokyo #boeing #incendiary #usa #franklin #okinawa #yamato #kamikaze #Q&A #questions #questionsandanswers #history #jaws #atomicbomb #nuclear #nationalarchives #nara #johnford #hollywood #fdr #president #roosevelt #doolittle #doolittleraid #pearlharborattack #salvaged #medalofhonor #tarawa #malayalam
Welcome to another All About Me episode! Join Kuzey and Andy as they discuss lyrics, language and a love for Japanese music! We hope you enjoy~Hosted by: Andy & KuzeyQuality Assured by: TadamichiAudio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Emily Ting from CCS America joins Jim to talk about what culture actually feels like at work, how it shapes the day to day, and why marketing in industrial manufacturing is still years behind other B2B sectors. She walks through her journey from Japanese speaking intern to “do everything” marketer, three years working inside a Japanese headquarters, and the reality of being the bridge between leadership, engineers, sales and the outside world. Emily shares how she translates deeply technical machine vision concepts into something humans can understand, why AI has not killed the need for good lighting, and how a short book about penguins on a melting iceberg helped CCS rethink its culture and distributor program.What you'll hearHow Emily defines culture as “what you feel in the air” when you walk into work, and why it can either energize you or quietly drain you.The story of how Japanese fluency opened the door at CCS, sent her to headquarters in Japan, and what she learned from that office culture.Practical tips for doing business and filming content in Japan, from privacy expectations to simple etiquette that changes how you show up.What it is really like to be the person who turns hardcore machine vision physics and jargon into useful stories and content.Why leadership asking for ROI without clear goals is such a common pattern, and how she tries to navigate that tension.How CCS Americas had to reset expectations after the Covid boom and get sales, marketing and engineering genuinely aligned again.Why industrial marketing is still behind B2B SaaS, and what manufacturers can borrow without repeating old mistakes.How the book “Our Iceberg Is Melting” turned into required reading and gave everyone a way to see themselves in the change story.Topics coveredCulture as lived experience versus official “values”Working in Japan, unspoken rules and privacy around filmingTranslating technical machine vision and lighting conceptsAI hype in inspection and why fundamentals still matterGetting leadership, engineers and marketing on the same pageRemote and hybrid culture in a small, spread out teamDesigning a distributor program as a culture project, not just a sales programThe messy reality of modern industrial marketingKey quotes“Culture is what you feel in the air when you walk into work. Do you feel ready to do what you set out to do, or like there's a pressure sitting on your mind all day”“Marketing is much messier than people want. You rarely get a perfect straight line between what you did and the deal that closed.”“Sometimes the decision is no decision. Staying in the status quo feels safer than making a move that might go wrong.”“AI did not make lighting irrelevant. If bad lighting did not matter, those AI companies would not keep coming back to us for help.”“You do not always get the insight you want by asking the question directly. Sometimes you have to go the long way round to reach the part of the customer that actually decides.”
We did one of theses over a year ago, so why not do it again. Answering viewers questions on Anime Mailbag 2: Electric Boogaloo!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:57 - Taking a swing at new subject matter in anime13:28 - Holiday shows, snacks, and drinks21:48 - Favorite conventions and bucket list events33:42 - Best and worst YouTuber anime41:13 - One last Watch Club nomination47:39 - Changing personal anime opinions over time56:07 - What's the first anime to make you cry?1:02:00 - Anime we want (or don't want) to get the One Piece treatment1:10:00 - Genres we want more of in anime1:19:48 - Perfectly balanced romance anime1:25:09 - Swapping MC's in each others shows1:30:38 - Anime to video game adaptations (and favorite 10 Brother)1:36:12 - Visiting real life Japanese landmarks from anime
Aztecs fall in 2OT to New Mexico and out of MW Championship Game. College Football Rivalry Weekend Ohio State-Michigan, Texas-Texas &M, USC-UCLA. Plus, NCAA Coaching Carousel with updates from LSU, Ole Miss, Florida, Auburn, Arkansas, Colorado State, Oregon State, Stanford, Southern, Cal and Kentucky. Bolts Bash Raiders, Raiders Bash Herbert. NFL Upset City updates from Lions, Chiefs, Ravens, Eagles, Browns, Colts, Rams, Vikings, Bills and Broncos. Padres need pitching, Japanese star snubs Dodgers, Angels buy on the cheap. MLB notes from Orioles, Yankees, Mets, Red Sox. Aztecs Hoops lost week in Vegas. Plus, San Diego FC and F1 Red Bull Racing. Got a question or comment for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Monday, December 1, 2025. 1)...COLLEGE FOOTBALL-WILD WEEKEND-LOT CONTROVERSY "AZTECS LOSE ON-OFF FIELD" 2)...RIVALRY WEEKEND...BIG CONTROVERSY…OHIO STATE-TEXAS-USC "LANDSLIDE WIN...TOO LATE VICTORY" 3)...COACHING CAROUSEL...FIREWORKS EVERYWHERE "PAYDAYS...ANGRY EXITS" LSU...OLE MISS FLORIDA...AUBURN ARKANSAS...COLORADO STATE OREGON STATE...STANFORD SOUTHERN UNIV...CAL KENTUCKY ------------- 4)...CHARGERS WEAR OUT RAIDERS "BOLTS WIN-QB HURT" --------------- 5)...NFL SCOREBOARD...UPSET CITY "BAD WEEKEND" LIONS...CHIEFS RAVENS...EAGLES BROWNS...COLTS RAMS...VIKINGS BILLS...DENVER ============= (HALFTIME-DIXIELINE LUMBER) ============= 6)...PADRES REPORT "HELP WANTED PITCHING" 7)...DODGERS...DO BUSINESS DIFFERENTLY "JAPANESE STAR SNUB" 8)...ANGELS...TON OF NEWS ON-OFF FIELD "BUY OUT...BUY ON CHEAP" ----------------- 9)...MLB NOTEBOOK…ORIOLES/YANKEES/METS/RED SOX "OFFERS OUT THERE" ------------------ 10)...AZTECS BASKETBALL COMES BACK.HOME "LOST WEEK IN LAS VEGAS ----------------- 11)...LATE BREAKING NEWS "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE" SDFC RED BULL - F1 =============== #nfl #BILLS #RAVENS #BROWNS #STEELERS #COLTS #CHIEFS #CHARGERS #RAIDERS #BRONCOS #EAGLES #COWBOYS #LIONS #VIKINGS #PANTHERS #49ERS #RAMS #SEAHAWKS #MLB #yankees #redsox #orioles #bluejays #rangers #mets #giants #PADRES #dylancease #michaelking #TATSUYAIMAI #DODGERS #tommyedman #mookiebetts #ANGELS #anthonyrendon #CODYBELLINGER #maxscherzer #alexbregman #adolisgarcia #petealonso #JTREALMUTO #justinverlander #zacgallen #sandiegostate #aztecs #seanlewis #sdsu #jaydendenegal #briandutcher #milesbyrd #MAGOONGWATH #ELZIEHARRINGTON #ucla #usc #ohiostate #juliansayin #indiana #CURTCIGNETTI #colorado #coachprime #ARKANSAS #texas #olemiss #LSU #lanekiffin #NEWMEXICO #UCONN #GENOSMITH #PETECARROLL #markdavis #chargers #justinherbert #rams #matthewstafford #lamarjackson #aaronrodgers #miketomlin #SHEDEURSANDERS #danieljones #bonix #dakprescott #jalenhurts #georgepickens #ceedeelamb #kevinoconnell #samdarnold #teamredbull #f1 #maxverstappen #sdfc #SANDIEGOFC #andersdreyer #chuckylozano #MIKEYVARAS Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/
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Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we discuss the Bayview Guild merger. Plus, Robbie sits down with Finastra's MaryKay Theriault for a discussion on where AI can truly strengthen trust, personalization, and underwriting efficiency without over-automation, and how the evolving intersection of tech adoption, credit policy, and market structure should shape lenders' preparation for the next lending cycle. And we close by examining what is shaping sentiment with a bond scare coming from Japan.Today's podcast is presented by Two Dots. Whether it's applying to rent an apartment or take out a loan, today's approval process is full of blind spots and inefficiencies. Critical data sits locked inside documents, leaving companies with an incomplete picture that causes delays, increased risk, and inconsistent decisions. Two Dots is building a better system. One where underwriting and screening is automated not manual. Where applications happen in real-time within a dynamic and contextual conversation. And where better decisions are made faster for everyone.
Our December picks are here! The SBS Japanese team dives into three standout titles on SBS On Demand — Raised by Refugees (Seasons 1-2) and Studio Ghibli Collection - 世界のTVシリーズや映画を無料で楽しめる SBS On Demand。12月配信作品のハイライトを日本語で紹介します。
Moviewallas is on YouTube! Reviews: Rental Family – Wicked for Good – Hamnet Happy Thanksgiving weekend! In this episode of Moviewallas, Joe, Rashmi, and Yazdi gather for a packed holiday show featuring three very different films – from heartfelt indie drama, to mega-musical fantasy, to prestige literary adaptation. This Week's Reviews Rental Family Brendan Fraser stars in a soulful tale about an American actor in Tokyo who finds unlikely purpose working for a Japanese “rental family” agency. We discuss the film's charm, emotional beats, cultural context, and Fraser's beautifully understated performance. Wicked for Good The second part of the two-film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. Rashmi dives into whether the sequel improves on part one, how it ties into The Wizard of Oz, and what works (or doesn't) about its pacing, spectacle, and storytelling. Hamnet Chloé Zhao adapts Maggie O'Farrell's acclaimed novel about Shakespeare's family life and the tragedy that shaped some of his greatest work. We debate the film's pacing, emotional impact, performances by Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, and whether the hype helps or hurts. Join the Conversation Have you seen any of these films? Drop your thoughts in the comments – we always love hearing from you. About Moviewallas Your weekly dose of film reviews, movie news, and lively banter – from theaters, streaming, airplanes, and everywhere in between. If you love the movies, this show is for you. Thanks for listening and supporting us. Too many movies, too little time!
Dan 9:1-11:1, 1 John 2:18-3:6, Ps 121:1-8, Pr 28:27-28
How can we understand the extraordinary scope and magnitude of global fame and notoriety achieved by Anne Frank? The Anne Frank diary has been translated into over sixty languages and sold over twenty million copies. It has inspired everything from graphic novels and Japanese anime to movies and off-Broadway musicals. The Anne Frank House in Amsterdam has become a major tourist destination attracting over 1.2 million tourists in 2019. Dutch historian David Barnouw, world renowned Anne Frank specialist, explains the enduring memory of Anne Frank in his book, The Phenomenon of Anne Frank. A conservation with David Barnouw about the Anne Frank phenomenon and the Holocaust in the Netherlands.
Through cosmic communication, learn how these mysterious beings may hold the key to our spiritual evolution.UFOs and the Extra-terrestrial Message reveals how UFOs are much more than strange shapes in the sky; they may be part of a multi-dimensional universe, which has become a common concept in everything from quantum physics to sci-fi blockbusters. String theory, hyperspace and dark matter have led physicists to realise that the three dimensions we thought described the universe aren't enough – there may actually be numerous dimensions. As this possibility evolves, the real prospect of meeting our extra-terrestrial neighbours emerges. From ancient texts to little-known eyewitness accounts, Richard explores the evidence of extraterrestrial life. He also looks at X-file exposés, fascinating personal experiences of alien contact, channelled messages from cosmic beings – and shows how these messages hold the key to our spiritual advancement and even to world peace.BioDescribed by Kindred Spirit magazine as one “one of the biggest talents in MBS”, Richard is an award-winning, international bestselling author on spirituality, and one of the foremost Disciples of Master of Yoga Dr George King.Richard's books, DVDs and CDs have been sold in many countries – translations have included Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese and Estonian.He has taken part in hundreds of radio shows around the world including several appearances on Coast to Coast AM, which broadcasts to 475 radio shows throughout the USA. He regularly appeared as a co-host on Mike Allen's weekly show on LBC called The Phenomena Files.His TV appearances include GMTV on topics ranging from UFOs to angels, psychic powers and complementary medicine. He has also appeared on TV with Esther Rantzen, Eammon Holmes, Gloria Hunniford, Terry Wogan, Noel Edmonds and James Whale, and a host of documentaries and magazine programmes on all the terrestrial and many of the satellite channels.In addition to having had a column in The Observer, he has written for the Daily Express, Daily Mail, The Sun, Woman's World, Here's Health, Health and Fitness, the USA's Whole Life Times and Phenome-News, New Zealand's Lifestyle magazine and many other journals. He has appeared in most of Britain's national newspapers, and many magazines and local papers.As well as in the UK, he has lectured in the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Belgium, Italy, Switzerland and Nigeria, and for over 30 years, has been a keynote speaker at London's largest and most prestigious Mind Body Spirit Festival. He has spoken internationally at various venues including churches, synagogues, Buddhist temples, schools, universities, business conventions, charitable meetings and numerous conventions and bookstores, as well as to an audience of thousands at an open-air pop concert.Richard is the Executive Secretary of The Aetherius Society for Europe and a Bishop in The Aetherius Churches. He has devoted his life to the work of his late master and personal friend, Dr George King (1919-1997), who founded the Society.https://www.aetherius.org/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J75NB5K https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcastMy book 'Verified Near Death Exeriences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Meaning in Kyoto's Bamboo Grove: A New Year Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-02-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の竹林の中に、冷たい冬の空気が漂っていました。En: In the bamboo grove of Kyoto, the cold winter air was lingering.Ja: 新年が近づき、竹林の道には提灯が灯り、伝統的な工芸品の屋台が立ち並んでいます。En: As the new year approached, bamboo grove paths were lit with lanterns, and stalls selling traditional crafts lined the way.Ja: そこには、ハルキと彼の親友のサクラが歩いていました。En: Haruki and his close friend Sakura were walking there.Ja: 「おばあちゃんにぴったりの贈り物を見つけたいんだ」とハルキは言いました。En: "I want to find the perfect gift for my grandmother," Haruki said.Ja: 「何か特別で、伝統的で、心からのものを。」En: "Something special, traditional, and heartfelt."Ja: 「そうね、でもそれは簡単じゃないわね」とサクラは微笑みました。En: "Yes, but that's not an easy task," Sakura smiled.Ja: 「でも、思い出や気持ちを大切にしてみたら?」En: "But maybe you should cherish the memories and feelings instead?"Ja: 屋台を一つ一つ見て回る二人。En: The two wandered from stall to stall.Ja: しかし、どれもハルキの心には響きませんでした。En: However, none of them resonated with Haruki.Ja: 飾り物やお菓子、和紙で作られた人形や花札。En: Decorations, sweets, dolls made of washi, or hanafuda cards.Ja: たくさんの選択肢に圧倒されて、彼はますます迷っていました。En: Overwhelmed by so many options, he became more and more confused.Ja: 「どうしよう…」とハルキはつぶやきました。En: "What should I do..." Haruki murmured.Ja: 「おばあちゃんは特別だから、贈り物も特別じゃないと。」En: "My grandmother is special, so the gift has to be special too."Ja: 夕方が近づき、竹の影が長くなり始めました。En: As evening approached, the shadows of the bamboo began to lengthen.Ja: その時、ふと見た屋台に、手描きの扇子が並んでいました。En: Just then, at one of the stalls, he spotted hand-painted fans.Ja: それぞれの扇子が物語を語っているようで、ハルキは足を止めました。En: Each fan seemed to tell a story, causing Haruki to pause.Ja: その中の一つ、鶴と松の絵が描かれた扇子が彼の目を引きました。En: Among them, a fan painted with crane and pine caught his eye.Ja: 鶴は長寿の象徴であり、松は不屈のシンボルです。En: The crane is a symbol of longevity, and the pine is a symbol of resilience.Ja: それは、彼が子供の頃、祖母からよく聞いた物語を思い出させました。En: It reminded him of the stories he often heard from his grandmother when he was a child.Ja: 「これだ…」ハルキは心の中で確信しました。En: "This is it..." Haruki knew in his heart.Ja: 「この扇子はぴったりだ。」En: "This fan is perfect."Ja: 扇子を購入し、新年の日に祖母に贈りました。En: He purchased the fan and gifted it to his grandmother on New Year's Day.Ja: 祖母はその美しさと共に、ハルキの思いやりを深く感謝しました。En: His grandmother deeply appreciated its beauty and Haruki's thoughtfulness.Ja: 「贈り物の価値は、豪華さではなく、その意味と愛情にあるんだね。」ハルキはそう悟りました。En: "The value of a gift lies not in its luxury, but in its meaning and love," Haruki realized.Ja: 竹林は冬の静けさに戻り、ハルキは新しい年を迎える心の準備をしながら、サクラと共に家路につきました。En: The bamboo grove returned to its winter tranquility, and Haruki, preparing his heart for the new year, headed home with Sakura.Ja: 彼の心は温かく、鮮やかな冬の記憶となる贈り物の意味を理解しました。En: His heart was warm, understanding the meaning of gifts that would become vivid winter memories. Vocabulary Words:grove: 竹林linger: 漂うpath: 道stall: 屋台craft: 工芸品cherish: 大切にするoverwhelmed: 圧倒されるwaves: 波resonate: 響くdoll: 人形washi: 和紙hanafuda: 花札murmur: つぶやくlengthen: 長くなるhand-painted: 手描きのfan: 扇子crane: 鶴pine: 松longevity: 長寿resilience: 不屈remind: 思い出させるpurchase: 購入するgift: 贈り物appreciate: 感謝するluxury: 豪華さmeaning: 意味tranquility: 静けさvivid: 鮮やかなsymbol: シンボルrealize: 悟る
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Whispers Through Torii: A Winter Encounter in Kyoto Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-02-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の朝、冷たい空気が京都の街を包む中、晴樹と同級生たちは伏見稲荷大社への遠足に出かけました。En: On a winter morning, as the cold air enveloped the city of Kyoto, Haruki and his classmates set out on a field trip to Fushimi Inari Taisha.Ja: 赤い鳥居のトンネルがそびえ立ち、山肌をカーブして続くその光景に、彼の心は静かに打たれていました。En: The tunnels of red torii stood tall, curving along the mountainside, a sight that quietly struck a chord in his heart.Ja: 「今日は楽しくなるといいな」と、晴樹は心の中でつぶやきました。En: "I hope today turns out to be fun," Haruki muttered to himself.Ja: いつもは静かで、人との会話が苦手な彼は、En: He was usually quiet and not very good at talking with people.Ja: 文化や歴史に強い興味を持っていましたが、そのことで他の生徒から少し浮いているように感じていました。En: Even though he had a strong interest in culture and history, he felt somewhat out of place among the other students.Ja: そのため、彼はしばしば孤独を感じ、クラスメートとの関わり方に悩んでいました。En: As a result, he often felt lonely and struggled with how to connect with his classmates.Ja: 一方、クラスメートのユキはいつも明るくて元気。En: On the other hand, his classmate Yuki was always bright and energetic.Ja: 彼女は誰とでもすぐに仲良くなれる性格ですが、心の奥に似たような寂しさを抱えていました。En: She had a personality that allowed her to easily become friends with anyone, but deep down, she harbored a similar loneliness.Ja: 遠足が始まり、クラスメートたちは賑やかに笑顔で写真を撮ったり、おしゃべりを楽しんだりしていました。En: The field trip began, and the classmates cheerfully took photos and enjoyed chatting with one another.Ja: しかし、晴樹は少し離れた場所で静かに立ち止まり、周りの風景に見入ることを選びました。En: Haruki, however, chose to quietly stand a little apart, engrossed in the surrounding scenery.Ja: 「本当にここに来て良かったのかな…」とひそかに思いながら。En: While doing so, he silently wondered, "Did I really make the right choice by coming here..."Ja: 彼は意を決して、クラスの列から離れて一人静かな道を選びました。En: He gathered his resolve and chose a quiet path, stepping away from the class line.Ja: 冬の清らかな空気が彼の頬を撫で、鳥居の連なる道を一人歩き出しました。En: The pure winter air caressed his cheeks as he began walking alone along the path of torii.Ja: その途中、小道の角を曲がると、彼は同じく一人歩いているユキに出会いました。En: Turning a corner on the trail, he encountered Yuki, who was also walking alone.Ja: 「晴樹くん?」と驚いた顔を上げたユキは、En: "Haruki-kun?" Yuki said, lifting her face in surprise.Ja: 少し微笑むと、「一緒に歩いてもいい?」と聞きました。En: With a slight smile, she asked, "Is it okay if I walk with you?"Ja: 少し戸惑った晴樹は、控えめに頷きました。En: A bit bewildered, Haruki gave a modest nod.Ja: 二人は言葉少なにしばらく歩きました。En: They walked in near silence for a while.Ja: やがて、木々に囲まれた静かな場所に差しかかると、小さな石の祭壇が目に入りました。En: Eventually, they arrived at a peaceful spot surrounded by trees, where a small stone altar caught their eyes.Ja: そこには七五三の飾りがまだ残っており、その周りには赤と白の美しい千歳飴の包み紙が静かに落ちていました。En: The decorations from the shichigosan festival were still there, and around it lay the beautiful red and white wrappers of chitose ame quietly scattered.Ja: 「ここ、素敵だね」とユキが言いました。En: "This place is lovely," Yuki said.Ja: 「この祭壇、忘れられたみたい。でもまだ、とても特別。」En: "This altar seems forgotten, yet it's still so special."Ja: その言葉に彼は少し安心し、自分の思いをポツリポツリと話し始めました。En: Reassured by her words, Haruki began to slowly share his thoughts.Ja: 文化や歴史に触れることで自分が何かもっと大きなものの一部になりたいこと、そしてそれが人との距離を作ってしまう不安。En: He spoke about wanting to become part of something larger by connecting with culture and history, and the anxiety that this created a distance between him and others.Ja: ユキも自分の気持ちを語りました。いつも明るく見せるけれど、本当に心を開ける人を探していること。En: Yuki, too, shared her feelings—she always seemed bright but was searching for someone with whom she could truly open up.Ja: その場に立ち、心を通わせたことで、二人はなんだか軽くなった気がしました。En: Standing there, as they communicated with their hearts, the two felt somehow lighter.Ja: ありのままの自分を理解してくれる存在がいることに気づいたからです。En: They realized the importance of having someone who understood them as they truly were.Ja: やがて、二人はゆっくりと仲間のいる場所に戻りました。En: Eventually, they returned slowly to where their classmates were.Ja: 心の重荷は軽くなり、晴樹は初めて自信を持って仲間に話しかけることができました。En: The weight on their hearts had lifted, and for the first time, Haruki could confidently speak to his friends.Ja: その後の時間、彼は笑顔を見せ、みんなと写真を撮り、遠足を心から楽しむことができました。En: From then on, he showed his smile, took pictures with everyone, and truly enjoyed the field trip.Ja: それ以来、晴樹は少しずつ他の友人たちとも心を通わせるようになり、ユキとも大切な友達として毎日を過ごしていきました。En: Since that day, Haruki gradually began to connect more with other friends and continued to spend each day as close friends with Yuki.Ja: 伏見稲荷での一日は、彼にとって忘れられない特別な思い出の始まりとなったのです。En: That day at Fushimi Inari became the beginning of an unforgettable and special memory for him. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: 包むcurving: カーブしてstruck a chord: 心に打たれるmuttered: つぶやきましたlonely: 孤独harbored: 抱えていましたcheerfully: 賑やかにengrossed: 見入るresolve: 意を決してbewildered: 戸惑ったmodest: 控えめaltar: 祭壇decorations: 飾りsheer: 清らかなwrappers: 包み紙reassured: 安心anxiety: 不安communicated: 心を通わせたunderstood: 理解してconfidently: 自信を持ってgradually: 少しずつunforgettable: 忘れられないspecial: 特別began: 始まりましたinterest: 興味classmate: クラスメートbright: 明るくてpath: 道encountered: 出会いましたsilent: 静かに
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A nine-foot skeleton with a skull nearly a foot wide, 28 interlocking teeth, and three-toed clawed feet was discovered buried under a Japanese temple — and men risked their lives to bring it to America. Did they dig up the skeleton of a demon, or the Devil himself? (Read the deep-dive article on the Weird Darkness website:https://weirddarkness.com/satan-skull/)IN THIS EPISODE: “The Devil Is Dead Now, And Here Is His Skeleton!” That's the headline that ran in the Los Angeles Herald on October 6th, 1865. And this was no 19th century click-bait… they actually found real bones that fit the bill. (Satan's Skeleton) *** There are a number of tragic cases where people lose all memory of who they are, and, for whatever reason, no one is able to help them recover their identities. However, few such stories are as complicated and uncanny as the long, long search for the real “Charles Jamison.” (The Man Without a Past) *** Imagine suddenly, without warning, finding yourself in a completely different life. A different place to live, different friends and family. Nothing is the same. This is what happened to author Caroline Leavitt – but that's only half of her truly bizarre story! (My Unconscious Other Life) *** A secret aircraft reportedly crashed during takeoff at RAF Boscombe Down in 1994 sparking what has been an ongoing and fascinating mystery ever since. (The Boscombe Down Incident) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:03.385 = Satan's Skeleton00:09:59.626 = *** Man Without a Past00:20:25.707 = My Unconscious Other Life00:27:22.044 = *** The Boscombe Down Incident00:46:51.803 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:"Satan's Skeleton” posted at StrangeAgo.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y5rbrn6d“The Man Without a Past” from the website Strange Company: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ja63t9n“My Unconscious Other Life” by Rob Schwarz for Stranger Dimensions (https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/rm9vtwzf), and Caroline Leavitt for Psychology Today (https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/29ncdr4w)“The Boscombe Down Incident” by Brett Tingley for The Drive: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3m8xv44s=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: April 13, 2021EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DemonSkeletonABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness, #DevilsBones, #SatansSkeleton, #DemonSkeleton, #JapaneseTemple, #GiantSkeleton, #TombOfTheDevil, #ParanormalHistory, #HorrorPodcast, #AncientMystery
Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. Our interview with Jackie McKeown is setting the pace. Jackie—the creative and design director of Literary Sport—was in town from Toronto and made a pit stop on the pod to chat vintage illegal wrinkle-free fabric treatments, littering while running, viral Toronto dialect and slang, what's going on with Literary Sport and how it's different from all the other performance lifestyle brands out there, whether regular people who just so happen to stay active actually need performance to begin with, running's bro culture and the gear it inspires, run club discourse and their typical members, Japanese nylon built for ninjas, the beauty of modular clothing and intuitive design, Substackers that actually move the needle, big brands can steal the sauce but they'll never have the recipe, a frank discussion on pricepoints, the best and worst parts about working with her life partner Fran, go-to cheat meals, running shoes without heels, Canadian humility, that time she worked with Drake and organized his shockingly expansive archive, and much more on Jackie McKeown's interview with The Only Podcast That Matters™.
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Today's Post - https://bahnsen.co/3Xtosgp Market Updates, Bitcoin Correlations, and Policy Discussions: Post-Thanksgiving Report In this edition of Dividend Cafe, we recap the recent market activity and its fluctuations following Thanksgiving. Key points include the Dow's drop of 427 points, mixed performance across major indices, and a significant contrast between top-performing and worst-performing sectors. We also highlight Bitcoin's recent correlation breakdown with the Nasdaq, the potential economic impact of Japanese bond yields on cryptocurrencies, and the ongoing foreign appetite for U.S. financial markets. Additionally, the episode covers updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, Affordable Care Act subsidies, significant upcoming Supreme Court hearings, and notable figures in the Federal Reserve's future. For detailed charts and more information, visit DividendCafe.com. 00:00 Welcome and Market Recap 01:05 Market Indices Performance 02:41 Foreign Appetite for US Securities 03:51 Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Insights 05:51 Geopolitical and Policy Updates 07:40 Economic Indicators and Housing Market 08:38 Federal Reserve and Interest Rates 09:46 Energy Sector and Predictions 10:12 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics Links mentioned in this episode: DividendCafe.com TheBahnsenGroup.com
Last time we spoke about the beginning of a conflict between the USSR and Japan. In the frost-hardened dawns by the Chaun and Tumen, two powers eye a ridge called Changkufeng, each seeing a prize and fearing a trap. On the Soviet side, weary front-line troops tighten their grip, while Moscow's diplomats coaxed restraint through Seoul and Harbin. As July unfolds, Tokyo's generals push a dangerous idea: seize the hill with a surprise strike, then bargain for peace. Seoul's 19th Division is readied in secret, trains loaded with men and horses, movement masked, prayers whispered to avoid widening the rift. Japanese scouts in white Hanbok disguise, peering at trenches, wire, and watchful Russians. Russian border guards appear as shadows, counters slipping into place, yet both sides hold their fire. On July 29, a skirmish erupts: a platoon crosses a shallow line, clashes flare, and bodies and banners ripple in the cold air. #178 Night Attacks and Diplomatic Strains: The Lake Khasan Conflict Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, 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 the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia 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 where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. A second troop train was scheduled to depart Agochi for Nanam on the night of 29 July, carrying back the initial elements of the 75th Infantry. At Haigan, regimental commander Sato was pulling on his boots at 16:00 when the division informed him that fighting had broken out near Shachaofeng since 15:00 and that the Russians were assembling forces in that area. Suetaka ordered Sato's 3rd Battalion, which had not been slated to leave until the following night, to proceed to Kucheng; the remainder of the regiment was to assemble at Agochi. After consulting with Division Staff Officer Saito at Agochi, Sato returned to Haigan with the conclusion that "overall developments did not warrant optimism, it was imperative to prepare to move the entire regiment to the battlefield." One of Sato's first actions was to telephone a recommendation to the division that he be allowed to occupy Hill 52, which commanded the approaches to Changkufeng from south of Khasan. Suetaka approved, and at 17:30, Yamada's company was ordered to proceed to Shikai along with Hirahara's battalion. Meanwhile, Suzuki's 15th Heavy Field Artillery Regiment, which had been among the last units ordered to leave, had finished loading at Agochi by about 15:00. Sato recommended to Suetaka that a portion of Suzuki's regiment be attached to him; this was why Suetaka decided to transfer one of the two batteries to the 75th Infantry. The rest of the heavy artillery concentrated at Kyonghun. Suetaka's orders, issued at 18:20, called for Sato to have two of his battalions, the 1st and 3rd, cross the Tumen as soon as possible, with engineer support. Attached was Narukawa's heavy battery. Sato's mission was twofold: to assist Senda and to watch the enemy in the Changkufeng area. Sato arrived at 21:15 in Shikai. There, he assembled a number of his officers, including Yamada, and explained his plan: the 1st Company plus machine guns were to cross the Tumen from Sozan ahead of the other units, occupy Hill 52 with an element, and concentrate the main body at the foot of Fangchuanting to await Hirahara's battalion. A portion of the 19th Engineers would go to Sozan to assist the 1st Company with its river crossing. Amid heavy rain and darkness, the various units set out at 22:15. The platoon sent to Hill 52 arrived before dawn on the 30th, the rest of the forces somewhat later, though Sato had intended to move everybody across the river by the early hours. On the 29th the engineer regiment commander, Kobayashi, had also arrived at Shikai. He ordered Captain Tomura to handle the crossing in the vicinity of Sozan, as well as preparations for a future offensive with the main body. When Kobayashi reached Kucheng, he learned from Hirahara not only about the front-line situation but also about Sato's important plans: "The K. Sato force is going to cross the river tonight, 29–30 July. A night attack will be launched against Changkufeng on the night of 30–31 July." Kobayashi issued orders to his two commanders to assist the crossing by Nakano's infantry unit, 1st Battalion, 75th Regiment at Matsu'otsuho and Sozan, and, in addition, to cooperate with the position attack by Nakano and help in the assault at Hill 52. Most of these young officers, such as Seutaka dishing out orders were performing what the Japanese termed "dokudan senko" or "arbitrary or independent action". Japanese operational regulations actually contained a section dealing with dokudan senko, by which initiative, not imperiousness, was meant. Two elements were involved: control but encouragement of self-reliant thinking. This subject became important in training officers, all of whom, including such infantry experts as Suetaka, were well acquainted with the requirements. Combat missions were stipulated in operations orders, but, if these were not realistic, initiative was to come into play, though only when there was no time to contact superiors. By the same token, commanders had to be ready to assume full responsibility if matters turned out adversely. "We were disciples of the 'Moltke' system of AGS control, with dual authority vis-à-vis the local forces and the chief of staff." The Korea Army's version of events on 29 July, there was no mention of any report received from the division prior to 17:30. Details did not reach Seoul, in the form of printed divisional intelligence reports and operational orders, until 1 August. The late afternoon report from Kyonghun provided the Korea Army authorities with little solid information, but Seoul had to notify higher headquarters immediately. Kitano sent messages to Tokyo and Hsinking at 19:15. The command and Kwantung Army were told that, in addition to Senda's assault party, 40 Japanese soldiers were deployed west of Changkufeng and at Yangkuanping. The division's main forces had begun the rail pullback from the 28th, leaving behind only two infantry battalions and a mountain artillery battalion for the time being. At 21:20 on 29 July, Korea Army Headquarters received the text of Suetaka's full report, which concluded: "With a view toward a possible emergency, the division suspended movement back of the 75th Regiment and is making necessary arrangements to have them advance instead. The latest affair derives sheerly from the enemy's unlawful challenge. It is my firm belief that the nature of this incident differs completely from the one at Changkufeng and should be handled separately. At present, since communication with the forward lines is not good, Lieutenant Colonel Senda (who is at the front) has been entrusted with command, but I assume entire responsibility for the consequences." Instead of boarding their trains at Agochi, Sato's regiment and supporting engineers moved to the Manchurian side of the Tumen as soon as possible. Suetaka called Sato's 2nd Battalion to Kyonghun as divisional reserve. Subsequent dispatches claimed that: (1) Senda's unit, which had driven off intruders in the Shachaofeng area once, was engaged against new Soviet forces (sent at 18:20, 29th); (2) Senda's unit had expelled trespassers, and a combat situation had developed near Shachaofeng (22:00, 29th); (3) fighting was going on in the vicinity of Shachaofeng (06:40, 30th). Korea Army Headquarters, however, obtained no more important communication concerning the events of 29 July than a report, sent that evening by Suetaka, that revealed his concern about a possible Soviet attack in the Wuchiatzu sector near the neck of the long Changkufeng appendix. After the clash at Shachaofeng, a general officer, Morimoto, happened to be visiting Colonels Okido and Tanaka in Nanam. Both of them were said to be of the pronounced opinion that no troubles ought to be provoked with the USSR while the critical Hankow operation lay ahead; yet Suetaka apparently had some intention of striking at the Soviet intruders, using the 75th Regiment. They urged that this policy not be adopted and that Suetaka be approached directly; the channel through Y. Nakamura, the division chief of staff, was hopeless. Although in agreement, General Morimoto declined to approach Suetaka; since the latter seemed to have made up his mind, it would be inappropriate to "meddle" with his command. Suetaka was functioning as an operations chief at that time. Apart from the mobilization staff officer, who was not enthusiastic about aggressive action, the only other officer who may have affected the decisionmaking process was the Hunchun OSS chief, Maj. Tanaka Tetsujiro, a positive type who shared Suetaka's views and was probably with him on the 29th as well as 30th. Although developments at Suetaka's command post were known more as the result of silence than of elucidation, we possessed considerable information about thinking at the Korea Army level: "Suetaka contacted us only after his men had driven out the enemy near Shachaofeng. Till then, the front had been relatively quiet and we were of the opinion all or most of the deployed forces were on their way home. We at Seoul had no foreknowledge of or connection with the 29 July affair. Reports came in; we never sent specific orders. Triggered by the affray at Shachaofeng, the division attacked on its own initiative. It was our understanding that very small Japanese forces had been committed to evict a dozen enemy scouts and that, when a platoon of ours got atop the hill, they observed surprisingly huge hostile concentrations to the rear. This was probably why the platoon pulied back, although much has been made of the desire to obey the nonaggravation policy to the letter. We at Seoul felt that this was a troublesome matter—that our side had done something unnecessary. When the division finally made its report, the army had to reach some decision. There were two irreconcilable ways of looking at things. We might condemn what had been done, and the division ought to be ordered to pull out promptly, having arbitrarily and intolerably acted against the known facts that Imperial sanction for use of force had been withheld and Tokyo had directed evacuation of the moved-up units. The opposing, eventually predominant view was that the division commander's course of action ought to be approved. Perusal of small-scale maps of the locale indicated a clear violation of the frontier, something not proved in the case of Changkufeng. We shared the division commander's interpretation. His BGU had its mission, and he was acting with foresight to solve matters positively and on his own, since he was the man closest to the problem. General Nakamura felt that the latest development was inevitable; our units did not cross the Tumen until the Soviets attacked us in force. Therefore, the division's actions were approved and a report was rendered promptly to Tokyo. It could be said that our outlook served to "cover" the division commander, in a way. But if IGHQ had ordered us to desist, we would have". Nakamura added: "I was of the opinion the only solution was to drive the Soviet troops outside Manchukuoan territory; therefore, I approved the action by the division." Such sanction had been granted on the basis of information supplied to Seoul by Suetaka on the evening of 29 July, again post facto. At 01:20 on the 30th, Nakamura wired Suetaka a message characterized by gracious phrasing that suggested his grave concern: "One ought to be satisfied with expelling from Manchurian territory the enemy attacking our unit on the . . . heights southwest of Shachaofeng. It is necessary to keep watch on the enemy for the time being, after having pulled back to the heights mentioned above, but we desire that matters be handled carefully to avoid enlargement; in case the foe has already pulled back south of Shachaofeng . . . he need not be attacked." Nakamura also sent a wire to the AGS chief, the War Minister, and the Kwantung Army commander. After conveying the information received from Suetaka, Nakamura continued: "In spite of the fact that our troops have been patient and cautious . . . this latest incident [near Shachaofeng] started with Soviet forces' arrogant border trespassing and . . . unlawful challenge. Therefore, I am convinced that this affair must be dealt with separately from the incident at Changkufeng. Nevertheless, I shall endeavor to handle matters so that the incident will not spread and shall make it my fundamental principle to be satisfied with evicting from Manchurian territory the hostile forces confronting us. The Korea Army chief of staff is being dispatched quickly to handle the incident". The Korea Army, "painfully slow to act," says a Kwantung Army major, was merely the intermediary link, the executor of Tokyo's desires. In the case of remote Shachaofeng, there was an inevitable gap between on-the-spot occurrences and AGS reactions. By then, Arisue, Kotani, and Arao, Inada's observers, had returned to Japan—an important fact, given the "Moltke" system of staff control. Nevertheless, their return must have exerted significant effects on central operational thinking. Kotani remembered that his AGS subsection had given him a welcome-home party on the night of 29 July when an emergency phone call was received from the duty officer. "It was about the clash at Shachaofeng. The festivities came to an abrupt end and I headed for the office. From then till the cease-fire on 11 August, I remained at the AGS night and day." Since the 19th Division had furnished higher headquarters with minimal information, Tokyo, like Seoul, had only a few ostensible facts to act upon. But this had been the first combat test for the Korea Army, which needed all the encouragement and assistance possible. Although Japanese field armies, notably the Kwantung Army, were notorious for insubordination, one could not overemphasize the fact that the Korea Army was meek and tractable. If Nakamura had concluded that Suetaka acted properly (which reports from Seoul indicated), the AGS could hardly demur. It would have been unrealistic to think that Tokyo, although cautious, was "softer" about the Russian problem than front-line forces. There had been no concern over time lags; details were Seoul's province. Reaction took time at every level of the chain of command. Decision making in the Japanese Army had been a many-layered process. The Army general staff had been of the opinion that initial guidance ought to have been provided to the Korea Army soon, particularly since there had been evidence of failure to convey intentions promptly to the front and no high command staff officer remained to direct matters. After hearing from Seoul twice about the Shachaofeng affair, the responsible Army general staff officers conferred at length. Stress had been laid on the indivisibility of the Shachaofeng and Changkufeng incidents. It had also been evident that further information was required. On that basis, a "handling policy for the Shachaofeng Incident" was drafted, and Tada notified the Korea and Kwantung armies accordingly on 30 July. Nakamura had received the telegram at 16:50 and had its contents retransmitted to Kitano, then at Kyonghun: "Shachaofeng Incident is progressing along lines of our policy, leave things to local units, which have been adhering to the principle of nonenlargement. Have them report on front-line situation without fail." The Army general staff and the Korea Army were calling for prudence, but the division, well down the rungs of the ladder of command, was initiating actions that jeopardized the government's basic policy. Earlier quibbling about restraints on "unit-size" elements crossing into Manchuria had been abandoned after the firefight near Shachaofeng on 29 July. At 15:30, Takenouchi's battalion, part of the 76th Regiment, had been directed to assist Senda near Yangkuanping; at 18:20 Suetaka was ordering the 75th Regiment to head for the Kucheng sector and be ready to assault the Russians in the Changkufeng area. Support was to be provided by Kobayashi's engineers, by Iwano's transportation men, and by Suzuki's heavy guns. Of particular interest had been Suetaka's acceptance of Sato's recommendation that elements be sent to occupy Hill 52, a measure linked with a possible Japanese attack against Changkufeng. Sato had decided by evening that the new situation required rapid deployment of his forces across the river. At Shikai, he conducted a briefing of his officers. Suetaka's orders conveyed orally by staff officers had stipulated: "The division will take steps to secure the border line immediately, even if the situation undergoes change. The Sato unit will advance immediately to the left shore, reinforce Senda's unit, and maintain a strict watch on the enemy in the Changkufeng area." Around 23:20, the last elements ordered forward arrived at Shikai station. Sato instructed only his headquarters and the Ito company to get off. The rest of the troop train primarily the 1st [Nakano's] Battalion was to move on to Hongui. From there, the soldiers proceeded to the Tumen near Sozan. With his staff and Ito's company, Sato trudged in silence through the mud from Shikai to the shore at Matsu'otsuho, starting at 00:30 and reaching the crossing site at 03:00. Reconnaissance had proved satisfactory, Sato remembered. At the crossings, the hardworking engineers rowed his 1st and 3rd battalions across, company by company. Near dawn, around 04:30, he traversed the river. The movement had been completed in about an hour. When Sato's infantry finally got across, they proceeded to the skirt of Fangchuanting and assembled in secrecy. Not until about 08:00 did the regimental headquarters, Ito's company, and Hirahara's battalion reach Hill 147, already held by Noguchi's company west of Changkufeng. By then, plans had fallen behind schedule by at least several hours because of difficulties in train movement forward. Sato also remembered torrential rains; other officers mentioned darkness. Members of Nakano's battalion pinpointed a shortage of engineer boats from Kucheng. Engineers rowed some boats downstream during the night, but six of them were kept at Matsu'otsuho. This left only three boats for moving the 400 men of the 1st Battalion, the unit slated to storm Changkufeng, across the river at Sozan. Sato had wanted all of his troops across well before dawn on the 30th. A division staff officer rightly thought that Suetaka had already advised Sato, in secret, to "attack at an opportune time," and that the night of 29–30 July had been intended for the surprise assault. "Perhaps there was not enough time for all the attack preparations." Kobayashi's engineers admitted problems in moving boats to Sozan: "Although the water level had gone up because of daily rains recently, there were still many shallows and the current was irregular. Not only was it hard to move downstream, but dense fog also complicated the work. Nevertheless, the units at both sites were able to accomplish the river-crossing operation approximately as scheduled". Meanwhile, after reconnoitering Soviet defenses along the Manchurian bank, Suzuki, commander of the 15th Heavy Field Artillery Regiment, crossed the Kyonghun Bridge on 30 July with his 1st Battery and established positions on the edge of Shuiliufeng Hill. Once Captain Narukawa was attached to the 75th Infantry on 29 July, he dispatched his 2nd Battery by train to Shikai that night. Although firing sites had been surveyed northwest of Sho-Sozan, the battery had to traverse two weak, narrow bridges in the darkness. With two 15-centimeter howitzers to haul, plus five caissons and wagons, the unit faced tense moments. The gun sites themselves were worrisome: they were scarcely masked from observation from Changkufeng, and the single road to them from the unloading station ran through a paddy area and was similarly exposed. By 1200 hours on 30 July, Sato exerted operational control over the following units: his own forces, Nakano's battalion east of Fangchuanting; Hirahara's reinforced battalion west of Chiangchunfeng; a platoon from Nakajima's infantry company on Hill 52; and Noguchi's company on Hill 147; and from other forces, Senda's 2nd (Kanda) BGU Company; two reinforced companies from Takenouchi's battalion of Okido's 76th Regiment near Shachaofeng; and a 75-mm half-battery from the 25th Mountain Artillery on the Manchurian side with Sato. On the Korean shore, another half-battery comprising two 15-centimeter howitzers from Narukawa's unit of the 15th Heavy Field Artillery was in place. The 19th Engineers operated near the crossing sites, though one platoon remained at Fangchuanting. Sato said, "We were now deployed at last, to cope with any situation." His command post was set in foxholes on open ground at Chiangchunfeng, a central hill that offered excellent observation and control over actions around Changkufeng to the east and Shachaofeng to the north. Not content with suspending the pullout of units and deploying additional combat troops across the Tumen, Suetaka decided to recall division headquarters, mountain artillery, cavalry, signal, medical, and veterinary personnel from Nanam. At dawn on 30 July, Nanam issued orders for Colonel Tanaka to move 500 men and 300 horses to Agochi by rail; most of the increment came from Tanaka's horse-drawn 25th Mountain Artillery. The colonel reached the Korean side of the Tumen at 05:00 on 31 July. The preceding emergency measures were being implemented by Suetaka, even as he received Nakamura's calming telegram of 30 July enjoining nonexpansion. Changkufeng Hill was not even mentioned. Nakamura's concern was typified by Kitano flying to the front. At 10:00 on 30 July, Kitano sent the division chief of staff a cautious follow-up cable: "Based on the consistent policy for handling the Changkufeng Incident and on the army commander's earlier telegram, kindly take steps to ensure careful action in connection with the affair in the Shachaofeng vicinity lest there be enlargement." At 13:45, Nakamura transmitted another restraining message to Suetaka: "The division is to secure … Chiangchunfeng and … the heights southwest of Shachaofeng, using present front-line units. Unless there is an enemy attack, however, resort to force will depend on separate orders." Several hours later, at 16:50, Nakamura received instructions from Tada: the Shachaofeng case was being left to the local forces, who were pursuing the desired policy of nonenlargement, but prompt reporting was desired. At 19:30, the retransmitted message was received by Kitano, already at the front with Suetaka at Kyonghun. After his units had crossed the Tumen on 30 July, Sato Kotoku ordered a strict watch and directed preparations for an assault based on the plans. He conferred with Senda at Chiangchunfeng and observed the enemy. Even after dawn, the frontline commanders who had crossed the river remained uncertain about when the attack would be staged. While Sato's force conducted reconnaissance to prepare for a daytime offensive, orders arrived around 08:00 indicating, "We intend a night attack, so conceal your activities." Daytime movements were prohibited. Sato then explained the impression he had derived from Senda and the intelligence on which he based his estimates: " Exploiting the impasse in diplomatic negotiation, the enemy side had steadily reinforced front-line offensive strength and trespassed anew near Shachaofeng. They now had a battalion and a half of infantry plus 20 artillery pieces in the area, some south of Shachaofeng and the others at four positions immediately east of Lake Khasan. At least a dozen (maybe 20) tanks were deployed in the sector opposite us. About 300 well-armed, active Russian troops were at Changkufeng. I decided that an attack ought to be staged that night. First of all, we were going to chill the insolent enemy by a courageous night assault—a method characteristic of the Imperial Army. Then all kinds of fire power were to be combined in a surprise attack against the positions. Our intention was to jo lt the Russians, demonstrate the true strength of our combat fire, and, by a combination of night and dawn attacks, cut down losses which our left-flank units would have incurred if a night assault alone were staged. We had considered two plans—a night attack against Changkufeng by the 3rd Battalion from the north, or by the 1st Battalion from the south. On 30 July, I decided to execute the second plan, using my 1st (Nakano's) Battalion, to avoid simultaneous involvement around Shachaofeng where the foe was by now alerted." The Japanese Army ordinarily favored surprise assaults without supporting guns, since firepower was regarded as secondary in close combat and artillery was in short supply. According to the regimental journal, telephone contacts from the morning of the 30th indicated that the division commander shared the same line of thinking as Sato. By noon, Suetaka made his stance explicit. A phone call from Kucheng conveyed to Sato the gist of a critical division order: first, a detailed briefing on Soviet troop concentrations and dispositions, firing positions, troops, and armor south of Shachaofeng; entanglements and forces at Changkufeng; large concentrations behind west of Khasan; tanks and ground formations moving north of the lake; a heavy concentration near the lake to the northwest; one confirmed and two suspected positions along the eastern shore and another with artillery far to the south. Then the order stated that K. Sato's forces, including the Takenouchi battalion from the 76th Infantry, one mountain artillery platoon, and one engineer platoon were to strengthen their positions and, at the same time, promptly evict from Manchurian territory the intruding and advancing enemy. However, pursuit must not be pushed too far lest the border be crossed. Shortly after noon, Suetaka issued another order to form a new force under Senda, who was to strengthen border security along the Shuiliufeng–Hunchun line. As with Sato, Senda was to eject the intruding and advancing enemy from Manchurian soil but not pursue them across the border. By midafternoon, Sato knew not only what he wanted to do but also Suetaka's intentions. At 15:30, he assembled all subordinate officers at Chiangchunfeng and dictated minute attack instructions. Intelligence indicated that the enemy continued to fortify points of importance along the Changkufeng–Shachaofeng line. Sato's plan was to annihilate hostile elements that had crossed the border north and south of Changkufeng. His concept went beyond a frontal assault. While Nakano's battalion would jump off south of Changkufeng, one reinforced company, Takeshita's 10th was to attack north. Since the sun rose at about 05:00, Sato intended to wipe out the enemy during three hours of darkness. Another battalion, Hirahara's 3rd would be held in reserve, with Ito's 6th Company ready to launch a night attack against Changkufeng from the northwest if necessary. Small forces deployed southeast at Hill 52 were to block the arrival of Soviet reinforcements around the southern shores of Khasan. Only after Changkufeng was secured and fire swept the high ground south of Shachaofeng would a reinforced battalion, Takenouchi's 1st from the 76th Regiment undertake a dawn assault to clear the Russians from that sector. An engineer platoon would assist both the night and dawn assault battalions with obstacle clearing. There would be no artillery support until dawn, when the available guns were to provide maximum coverage. Notably, even the movement of a single antitank gun warranted mention. Sato concluded the attack order by directing that each unit mask its intentions after sunset. Takenouchi was to act to check the enemy as soon as the sun went down. In connection with the dawn barrage against the enemy southwest of Shachaofeng, key personnel were to study the best way to exploit sudden fire described as gale and lightning. They were also to be ready to destroy enemy tanks. A green star shell would be fired to signal the success of the night attack. The code words were shojiki "honesty" and ydmo "bravery". At midnight, the regiment commander would be at the northwest foot of Chiangchunfeng. The order stressed typical night-attack precautions: secrecy and concealment, avoidance of confusion, antitank defense, and flare signaling of success. Sato added his own flair with his daily motto as code words and the reference to "whirlwind" fire. Impending action times were explicitly set when the order was issued at 15:30 on the 30th, more than ten hours before the 1st Battalion was to jump off. The key to success in a night assault lay in an absolute prohibition on firing by their side, and bold, courageous charging. Sato reminded his men that life is granted again after death. Nakano then assembled his company commanders east of Fangchuanting and issued his battalion order at 18:30. A few hours after Sato's briefing of the assault commanders, Suetaka arrived at the 75th Regiment command post. This visit late on 30 July is central to allegations that Sato, not Suetaka, conceived and executed the night attack on his own initiative. Divisional orders giving Sato his core mission had already been conveyed by telephone. After 16:00, Suetaka boarded a motorboat at Kucheng and went to the Manchurian side to verify front-line conditions. Soviet snipers south of Yangkuanping fired several shots, but his craft reached the Matsu'otsuho landing and proceeded to Chiangchunfeng to meet Sato. Sato described the situation: "frontline enemy forces had been reinforced steadily and had begun a vigorous offensive. The foe was provoking us, and the matter had grown very serious. I had already issued orders at 15:30 to take the initiative and deal the enemy a smashing blow." 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. On a frost-bitten dawn by the Chaun and Tumen, Russia and Japan lock eyes over Changkufeng. Diplomats urge restraint, yet Tokyo's generals push a bold gamble: seize a hill with a surprise strike and bargain later. Japanese divisions, engineers, and artillery edge toward the border, while Soviet sentries brace for a confrontation that could widen the war.
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It's the Monday after Thanksgiving, and despite fighting off illness, jet lag, and some major technical difficulties with Riverside, we are here to recount Mike's trip to Japan and Dan's marathon finish. First we insert a special pre-recorded segment breaking down Dan's experience running the Philadelphia Marathon. We discuss the VIP bib upgrade that got him into a heated tent. Dan details his unconventional "Dan Method" of training (which we do not recommend), the horrors of the porta potty lines, and the physical toll of the final miles. Dan's experience getting hyped up from friends and strangers. Erin also shares her own embarrassing spectator moment involving a group of girls she thought wanted a selfie with her. Mike kicks things off with a full recap of his travels, including the surprisingly difficult experience of "renting an old man" named Kenji to help navigate the train system (who ended up getting more lost than they did). He also shares stories about stumbling upon a bar in Tokyo packed with Eagles fans, the life changing magic of Japanese high tech toilets with "privacy sounds," and his visit to a TikTok famous 80 year old knife maker. We also discuss the chaos of Nara Park, where the bowing deer can get a little too aggressive, and the surreal experience of Super Nintendo World.Finally, we wrap up with a strong recommendation for Vince Gilligan's new show Pluribus on Apple TV and explain why we're skipping the "No Bad News" segment just this once.