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It was our own fault, and our very grave fault, and now we must turn it to use, We have forty million reasons for failure, but not a single excuse!" Rudyard Kipling Context This short story aims to bring tactical lessons from contemporary conflicts to life for junior commanders. Inspired by Captain (later Major General) Ernest Swinton's classic work The Defence of Duffer's Drift, it follows a young British officer and a small group of soldiers tasked with defending a key position, using a series of 'dreams' as a device to enable the defenders to iteratively improve their tactics. While Swinton's original was set during the Second Boer War (a "drift" being a vernacular term for a ford), this updated version shifts the setting to a near future war in the Baltics. Each failed attempt to defend the position, in this case a bridge, resets the scenario, giving the defenders another chance for success. The memories of the previous failures remain available to the protagonist, allowing a series of lessons to emerge through trial and error. This narrative device may feel familiar to modern audiences from the Duffers-inspired Tom Cruise film Edge of Tomorrow (or Live. Die. Repeat. for American viewers). No new resources are available at the commencement of each attempt. No new tech, no new kit, no external support. Much like the contemporary British Army, the defenders must adapt to fight tonight with what they have. It must be stressed that this is not an 'academic' piece. It is intended to be a light, quick read for the junior commander. The lessons are also not intended to be definitive or prescriptive; rather, they represent a curated set of observations drawn from military, academic, and open-source material. Indeed, many of the basic lessons have not changed since Swinton's original text and simply need to be re-learned. The chosen dream sequence for this story focuses on the infantry platoon the bedrock of our warfighting capability, but the style could (and should) and should beused as a prism through which to teach and refine other capabilities. As the character of conflict continues to shift, in evolutions and revolutions, this specific story will also likely need to be augmented by new 'dreams' to address new tactical challenges. How we defended the bridge over the Šventara By Lt Foresight Backthought, 5 LOAMS. Prologue Upon a still summer's afternoon, after a long and bone-rattling journey across the flatness of the Baltics, we arrived at our objective: the bridge over the River Šventara. The long day of travelling, and the Vegetarian Mushroom Omelette ration pack that I had consumed, was likely responsible for the unsettled sleep and the resultant repetitive series of dreams I experienced that night. Each dream began the same, with our arrival that afternoon to that key bridge over the river, but each one played out differently. With each new dream I learnt new lessons and, somehow, I carried the lessons of each dream forward with me to the next. The First Dream - relearning the basics I felt a pang of dread and elation as the last of the column of vehicles rumbled across the bridge, down that straight tarmac road amongst the Baltic pines, and away into the distance towards the front line. This was the first time that I, Lt Backthought, had ever been alone in command of soldiers on a real operation. My platoon's task was clear: as part of the Division's Rear Area Security Group, we were to hold this bridge, some distance behind the FLOT and on a secondary route, to enable future operations. We would be here for 48hrs, after which time we would be relieved by follow-on forces. I had some thirty-odd soldiers with which to achieve the task, the rest of the company having now rumbled off to secure other bits of key terrain. The rest of our division was committed away to the east, towards the border, where it remained engaged in efforts to break through the enemy's frontage. It was doing its best to manoeuvre, to try and ave...
Off the Ball went on the road and visited Tribes Bar in Galway alongside Rockshore to bring a brilliant show to the crowds ahead of Galway United vs. Shelbourne. Eoin Sheahan was joined by Brian Kerr, Joe McGucken, Méabh de Búrca and Ricky O'Flaherty to reflect on what was a dramatic week for both clubs as they lost their talismans. League of Ireland Football on Off The Ball is brought you to by the refreshing Rockshore, Always be drink aware, get the facts and visit drinkaware.ie
The lads react to Damien Duff's stunning LOI departure before breaking down a busy double game weekend across both divisions. Treaty United manager Tommy Barrett gives his thoughts on Duffer's departure and his teams strong showing so far this season. Cork City fans v Dermot Usher also discussed while we've got the BTS Hotline & predictions league too! Sponsored by QUINNAV.IE
The lads chat about Duffer's exit from Shels, would another club take a chance? Is Ferguson off to the Eredivisie? And will Keith Andrews cut his managerial teeth at Brentford.?It's Lansdowne ROAR!
The lads are back from their summer break and they've plenty to catch up on as the episode title suggests. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie
12pm - Marty and Duffer mourn the loss of Scott Metcalfe and the Stars fire Pete DeBoer with Shayna Goldman
12pm - Marty and Duffer give their thoughts as the Oilers and Panthers face off in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final
12pm - Marty and Duffer give their thoughts on what the Sabres would need to do to get Jason Robertson.
Prepare your earholes because Jong's pissed on this issue, with who you ask? Stranger Things creators, the Duffer brothers. Jong's not happy with the longer wait time in between seasons and he's letting it be known. Plus, the guys discuss what they've been watching including Murderbot, Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning, Karate Kid: Legends, and The Life of Chuck. Then to close the show Michael tries to convince Jong to watch Predator Killer of Killers which releases this Friday (June 6th) on Hulu and Predator: Badlands. Comicast is back podcasting live from Comicpalooza! This year's event takes place Friday June 20th through Sunday June 22nd at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Jong and Michael along with Brad Gilmore (ESPN 97.5's Hall of Fame) and Chalice Williams (Reel Movie Junkie), will be podcasting live Saturday, June 21st at 3p. The group will be ranking of the MCU Multiverse Film Saga live from the Podcast Pavilion Stage. So everyone is bringing their own list? No, the group will be selecting/building the list live during the podcast. So once a film is selcted for a particular slot on the ranking it's locked into that spot. What could go wrong? Keep listening each week as the event draws closer for more guest announcements, schedule updates, and more! To get the latest news regarding Comicpalooza, follow Comicpalooza's social media channels. X : https://www.x.com/ComicpaloozaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/HoustonComicpalooza- Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/HoustonComicpalooza- Threads: https://www.threads.net/houstoncomicpalooza - BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/comicpalooza.bsky.social- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Comicpalooza For passes, event info, and more visit comicpalooza.com.Follow Jong and Michael on social media. Bluesky: @one-punch.bsky.social & @producermike975.bsky.socialThreads: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Instagram: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or wherever you get your podcasts! Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com
12:30pm - Marty and Duffer give their thoughts on Jarmo Kekalainen and what he brings to the Sabres front office.
On this weeks 1895 Podcast, Ste and Ben will look back on another busy weekend for the Reds.Victory against Treaty was sandwiched between defeats for Duffer's team, and the lads ask how we can get back to winning ways.There is all the usual stuff, including listener comments and the Richie Rankings, whilst the lads also discuss the potential of the Reds going back to Lansdowne Road.
We go North of the border this week for the curious story of the dramatic and chaotic origins of the National Hockey League with hockey historian and long-time Windsor Star sports columnist Bob Duff ("The First Season: 1917-18 and the Birth of the NHL"). While today's NHL is a global powerhouse celebrating over a century of hockey history, its very first season (1917-18) was a near disaster. Born out of a backroom maneuver to oust controversial Toronto owner Eddie Livingstone, the league's inaugural outing was anything but smooth. From a player shortage caused by World War I conscription, to the sudden collapse of the four-team-league's Montreal Wanderers after their arena burned down, to competition from the rival Pacific Coast Hockey Association, to various threats of revenge from Livingstone - the NHL teetered on the edge of failure. And yet, against all odds, it survived. "The Duffer" walks us through that unlikely initial NHL season, the struggles that nearly ended it before it truly began, and the league's first-ever Stanley Cup championship - as the "Toronto Hockey Club" (or was it "Arenas" or "Torontos"?) bested the PCHA's Vancouver Millionaires in a best-of-five final. + + + SUPPORT THE SHOW: Buy Us a Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/goodseatsstillavailable "Good Seats" Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=35106 SPONSOR THANKS (AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!): Royal Retros (10% off promo code: SEATS): https://www.503-sports.com?aff=2 Old School Shirts.com (10% off promo code: GOODSEATS) https://oldschoolshirts.com/goodseats BUY THE BOOK (AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!): "The First Season: 1917-18 and the Birth of the NHL": https://amzn.to/3XQ1bFR FIND AND FOLLOW: Website: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/goodseatsstillavailable.com X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodseatsstillavailable Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/
Duffer and Marty discus the Sabres close win over Edmonton
Duffer and Marty discus past NHL awards and how the voting went down
Duffer and Kris Baker break down the Sabres acquiring Josh Norris from the Ottawa Senators
Duffer and Kris Baker discus what the Sabres got for Dylan Cozens and Dennis Gilbert
Marty and Duffer are joined by Shayna Goldman to talk the latest around the NHL
Meet Amaan, the 21 year old visionary behind the disruptive jewellery brand Basliq. He recently launched an official collection at Bloomingdale's for Wicked The Movie—a collaboration that stemmed from a chance encounter with Cynthia Erivo (the actress who plays Elphaba in the film) at the Loewe store on Bond Street, leading to an unexpected friendship. Amaan shares with us how he's built his brand through raw authenticity, being in the right place at the right time and maintaining genuine relationships, with icons like Bella and Gigi Hadid, Beyoncé, Maya Jama, and Doja Cat championing his designs, as well as being one of the first South Asian designers and the youngest designer in history to style for the Met Gala. We also dive into his mixed Pakistani-Indian heritage, growing up in Manchester and now calling Dubai his home. At this point in his life, Amaan has already understood what many spend their twenties (and beyond) figuring out—his purpose: to create a brand that every cool girl you can think of is wearing. Episode chapters: (0:00) - Introduction (2:51) - How Bella Hadid wore his jewellery (6:43) - Authenticity in the industry (8:37) - Growing up half Pakistani half Indian (11:09) - Creative process (13:41) - Jewellery production process (15:25) - Getting to work with Doja Cat (18:05) - There is no break in fashion (24:45) - Global representation in the fashion industry (28:03) - Key takeaways from running a global jewellery business (29:25) - Pay young designers fairly (34:32) - If Miuccia Prada isn't on your moodboard, you're doing something wrong (37:35) - What does Amaan have strong game in? Explore Amaan's designs at Basliq on: Website: https://www.basliq.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basliq_/ To be the first to get updates on new episodes, please do give us a subscribe or follow!
Lá do Bunker da semana no ar falando sobre a viagem de Dune: Awakening, a inédita troca de cartinhas em Pokémon TCG Pocket, as novidades da Netflix, incluindo Stranger Things, Wandinha e One Piece, e termina nostálgico e caótico com a volta do palhaço Bozo à TV aberta brasileira. Bora ouvir. Citados no programa Dune: Awakening é um dos jogos que mais respeitam o legado de Duna | Preview: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/dune-awakening-jogos-duna-preview Jogo de Duna terá mecânica de montar nos Vermes de Areia, mas não no lançamento: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/jogo-de-duna-mecanica-montar-nos-vermes-de-areia Dune: Awakening foi desenvolvido em paralelo aos filmes de Villeneuve: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/dune-awakening-desenvolvido-antes-dos-filmes-de-villeneuve Por que Duna é tão importante para a literatura?: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/hqs-e-livros/por-que-duna-e-tao-importante-para-a-literatura Troca de cartas chega ao Pokémon TCG Pocket nesta quarta-feira (29): https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/pokemon-tcg-pocket-troca-de-cartas Pokémon TCG Pocket rebate críticas ao sistema de troca de cartas: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/pokemon-tcg-pocket-rebate-criticas-sistema-de-troca-de-cartas Round 6 confirma data de estreia da terceira e última temporada: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/round-6-data-terceira-temporada Wandinha revela prévia trevosa da segunda temporada na Netflix: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/wandinha-previa-segunda-temporada Caramelo, filme da Netflix estrelado por cãozinho fofo, ganha foto: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/filmes/caramelo-filme-da-netflix-ganha-foto Stranger Things começa campanha misteriosa para a temporada final: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/stranger-things-netflix-onde-esta-eleven Irmãos Duffer já planejam derivados para Stranger Things: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/stranger-things-irmaos-duffer-planejam-derivados Temporada final de Stranger Things pode não ser lançada em 2025: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/stranger-things-temporada-final-pode-nao-ser-lancada-em-2025 Você prepara temporada final com teaser sinistro com o Joe: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/voce-serie-netflix-teaser-final One Piece não aparece entre lançamentos de 2025 da Netflix: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/one-piece-segunda-temporada-atrasou Novo Rua do Medo ganha primeiras imagens apavorantes pela Netflix: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/filmes/rua-do-medo-rainha-do-baile-fotos-netflix Cobra Kai prepara intenso desafio final em prévia dos novos episódios: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/cobra-kai-episodios-finais-teaser-netflix SBT anuncia o retorno de Bozo após hiato de 11 anos: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/bozo-sbt-retorno-apos-11-anos Canais do NerdBunker Entre no nosso canal do Telegram: https://t.me/CanalNerdBunker Siga o NerdBunker no Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/nerdbunker.bsky.social Confira nosso perfil no Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nerdbunker Apresentação Cakes Sousa -- Instagram/ Redes Sociais Gabes Avila -- Instagram / Redes Sociais Edição Doug Bezerra
Duffer and Marty run through some of the news around the NHL
✅ The Lake Forest Podcast welcomes back Jeff Urso, co-owner of Duffer's Pub, Donati's Pizza, and Bratski's, plus Supervisor of Shields Township! Jeff sits down with Pete Jansons and Joe Weiss to talk about: ✅ The latest at Duffer's – including new menu updates
Hello and Welcome back to The Holy Duffer Podcast!Join Mark and Strolan as they run down the rest of 2024 with stories and the golf chat that you, the Duffer McShankers, have come to know and love.This week Strolan wraps up Christmas covering some topics that missed the Holiday episode. Including a deep dive into his call to The Nation "Marry Swankmess" show. In doing so Strolan exposes why Adam Hawk's wife calls him a "Stupid Idiot".Mark leads a insightful discussion after watch Jim Furk and the Club Champion guy's take on breaking 60. The boys then discuss the balance between min/max'ing your golf game using technology and when you need to trust what skills you actually have. Where does ability eliminate the idea of trying to be a "shot maker".And to top it iff Strolan has a trivia question for Mark - What was the first Solid Core 3 Piece Ball on the market? And who played that ball?All and all it if a fun a informative listen. So grab you clubs because we are going deep down the fairway for this one!Show Notes:The Fellowship Podcast
In today's festive episode hosts Strolan and Mark dive into their ultimate Christmas wish lists filled with golf gear dreams.Our hosts reminisce about golf gear dreams, from an effective $11 grip to high-tech equipment like the Hack Motion wrist sensor and the pricey GC Quad launch monitor.As they explore extravagant golf studio setups and dream scenarios of playing legendary courses, Strolan and Mark also share personal anecdotes and experiences, making this episode both insightful and entertaining. Additionally, they highlight must-have training tools like the Jet Stick Swing Speed Trainer and reflect on the podcast's growth over the past year, thanking supporters like Adam Hawk, Ryan Engle, the Fellowship and Nation Golf.With exciting plans for 2025, and a shout-out to their loyal listeners—affectionately called "Duffer McShankers"—and a touch of holiday spirit, Strolan and Mark invite you to join them for a Merry Christmas celebration full of golf love and improvement tips. So grab your clubs and tune in as we unwrap the ultimate golfing gifts and gear!
Duffer and Marty are joined by Shayna Goldman to talk some of the trade rumors in the NHL
12pm - Marty and Duffer recap the Sabres dominating win over Ottawa
Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your easy-to-digest FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ger, Colm and Arthur discussed the impending arrival of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, it being 'fun' to watch Manchester City suffer, and when is a 4-1 not a 4-1? Elsewhere on the show...Ex-Irish athlete Ciarán Ó Lionáird joined the lads to discuss the U.S. election.All Blacks legend Sonny Bill Williams has the "popcorn" out for Friday's test with Ireland. Journalist Sam Lee on Manchester City's loss in Lisbon. Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns emerges from their title celebrations to talk life under Duffer. And Tommy chats to Mayo legends Lee Keegan and Colm Boyle. You can hear the full show by becoming an Off The Ball member at offtheball.com/join NOW
Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your easy-to-digest FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ger, Colm and Arthur discussed the impending arrival of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, it being 'fun' to watch Manchester City suffer, and when is a 4-1 not a 4-1? Elsewhere on the show...Ex-Irish athlete Ciarán Ó Lionáird joined the lads to discuss the U.S. election.All Blacks legend Sonny Bill Williams has the "popcorn" out for Friday's test with Ireland. Journalist Sam Lee on Manchester City's loss in Lisbon. Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns emerges from their title celebrations to talk life under Duffer. And Tommy chats to Mayo legends Lee Keegan and Colm Boyle. You can hear the full show by becoming an Off The Ball member at offtheball.com/join NOW
It's our penultimate pod of the season as Kieran & Gary react to Shelbourne's stunning title success. Drogheda United defender Andrew Quinn joins us to talk about Sunday's FAI Cup final. That's not all however, as the lads discuss stories around the league from Kilduff's imminent appointment at Dundalk to the clear out underway at Bohemians. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie
Damien Duff's Shelbourne have been crowned SSE Airtricity League Premier Division champions for the first time in nearly 20 years. On this morning's Gift Grub, Duffer joined Ian on the line to tell him all about the big weekend and Jose Mourinho joined in on the celebrations. Hit play now to hear the full episode.
12pm - Live from KeyBank Center Marty and Duffer discuss what they saw from practice and Peterka and Benson back skating.
12pm - Marty and Duffer give their thoughts on the Sabres first day at training camp.
Marty and Duffer give their thoughts on the St Louis Blues making two offer sheets to the Edmonton Oilers.
Shayna Goldman goes around the NHL with Duffer
Joe Yerdon joins Duffer as they look at what are the expectations for 2024-25.
Where do you even start this week? Duffer v Higgins, Maguire's Rebels return, Dundalk's hostile home reaction, Dawson Devoy suspension gate, Sligo Rovers v Rob Hennessey, Athlone v Kerry - The best bad game of all time? These are just some of the many subjects covered on this week's show which also contains audio with Ruaidhrí Higgins and Brian Maher. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie
12:30pm Shayna Goldman goes around the NHL with Marty and Duffer.
12pm: Marty and Duffer talk about what to expect for Give 716 day and the Home Run Derby.
12pm: Duffer and Marty give their thoughts on the Sabres trade of Ryan McLeod.
12pm - Duffer and Marty look at their thoughts after day 1 of free agency.
Marty and Duffer look at how Dylan Cozens has done at the World Championship and can he bounce back this year.
There's an eerie flashback feeling to Episode 11. The Dundalk news has stunned our two hosts with Dan doing all he can to avoid crashing his car when he hears that Noel King has been entrusted with Dundalk's survival. Our listeners have stuffed our Collar & Cuff mailbag fuller than something something as we try to digest the big news of the week without the help of a chicken fillet roll. Johnny talks to Ronan Boyce and Dan hears from Stephen Bradley about the sandy beaches of Tolka and the green fields of Kosovo. There's Derry safety, food ethics, free range wings, monetising goalkeeper stoppages, the Fleetwood factor, are Bohs any good and did Duffer go too far? Put on your Angela's Ashes filter, tune in to Blackboard Jungle and relive the glory days of cult podcasts with Future Ticketing, Rascals Brewery, Collar & Cuff and Lillys Childcare and yes, we obviously aren't golfers!
12pm: Marty and Duffer discuss the NHL Trade Deadline and players on the move
12:30pm - Marty and Duffer discus the latest around the NHL as we get closer to the NHL trade deadline
Marty and Duffer give their feelings on the Brendan Gallagher illegal elbow to the head
Duffer and Marty talk the Sabres 5-3 win over the Kings.
Duffer and Marty are joined by Darren Dreger to talk the latest on the hockey world
Marty and Duffer give their thoughts on the Sabres 3-0 win over Chicago.
Marty and Duffer stuck at home how they have been doing with their snow blowers