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Saw a post that was funny, sad, but (to me) very true! It was from “Echoes of the Past” and the quote was an image of an older cowboy sitting on a horse with a slight smile and he is saying: “I guess they had to invent artificial intelligence since real intelligence is running out.”  My first thing I did was have a little smile and chuckle, but then quickly went  to a kind of sad feeling. But, I do feel the part of “real intelligence” disappearing quite fast. My thought is to invest in yourself in “human skills”. Those skills that (I think) technology cannot replace. For sure, learn about AI and other intelligence things, but don't let them replace your human skills. That's the key!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

The White House uses Charlie Kirk's murder as a pretense to punish liberals while others in MAGA use the tragedy to call for a national divorce. Plus, a look at cancel culture, free speech, and what is allowed speech.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Scott and Josh discuss Silksong's extreme difficulty, Echoes of the End and Fantasian: Neo Dimension Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ezio Auditore, the hero of Assassin's Creed II, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood and Assassin's Creed Revelations, travels from Venice to the Ottoman Empire.For centuries, these two rivals in the Mediterranean were at war in one way or another. Today, Dr Gemma Masson returns to help Matt Lewis cover the key events that form the tense backdrop to Ezio's adventures in the east.Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit. Hosted by: Matt LewisEdited by: Michael McDaidProduced by: Robin McConnell, Matt LewisSenior Producer: Anne-Marie LuffProduction Manager: Beth DonaldsonExecutive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen BennettMusic by Lorne BalfeIf you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. Take part in our listener survey here.Tell us your favourite Assassin's Creed game or podcast episode at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wake us up when this ends…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NU9JoFKlaZ0Stop the contactWalking the River Walk:https://www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com/ Should you learn to play chess on the internet in 2025?No Collin HaikuSunlight on stone walls,Texas heat hums through the air—Echoes guard the past.Check out our other episodes: ohbrotherpodcast.comFollow us on InstagramCheck us out on Youtube

There is comfort in assigning the blame for relationship dysfunction and emotional abuse on the alcohol or the addiction. But what if we could make a cultural shift to prevent the need for blame and  shame? Sheri and Matt discuss what would happen if we added emotional abuse to the list of behaviors that cross a clear red line. Click here to take our survey on attraction and relationships. If you love or loved an alcoholic, and your recovery could benefit from connection with people who understand, please check out our Echoes of Recovery program.

Celebrating his latest smash w R2, Sonny Wern joins us for the first time on America's Dance 30 to talk all things "Echoes"!  He shares how the song was born, how long ago they started working on it, and why it took so long to release. Sonny also answers a question he has never been asked before!And we get to know Sonny Wern better w #FinkysFirsts!!Find out about:if music was the first thing he wanted to get into growing upif 'Sonny Wern' was his first choice for an artist project name, and where the name came fromhis first time performing for a crowdthe first dance song that made him fall in love w EDMthe first thing he would hide in his walls for people to find in the futureFollow: @AmericasDance30 on all socials!Count down the biggest dance songs in the country every week with Brian Fink on America's Dance 30; listen on stations around the world!

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text MessageThree devastating weeks of violence have left America reeling. From the senseless murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte train to the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis to the shocking assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, our nation stands at a crossroads where political division, mental illness, and spiritual decay threaten to tear apart the fabric of society.Iryna's story strikes at the heart of the American promise. Having fled war-torn Ukraine in 2022, she sought safety and opportunity on our shores, working multiple jobs while studying to become a veterinary assistant. Her random murder by a man with 14 previous criminal offenses and untreated mental illness reveals catastrophic failures in our systems. We're left asking painful questions: How could someone who escaped war die on an American train? Why was someone clearly dangerous allowed to remain in society?As political discourse devolves into dehumanization, as faith communities become targets, and as mental illness goes untreated, we witness the devastating consequences of decades of cultural decay. The killer's alleged connections to radical groups like Antifa highlight how online radicalization can transform political disagreement into deadly violence.Yet even in darkness, light emerges. Charlie Kirk's widow Erika delivered an astonishingly powerful message just days after losing her husband: "The cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry." Her courage reminds us what's at stake and what's possible. Charlie's own words from his 2016 book "Turning Point" now read like prophecy, outlining a vision for America where traditional values, free markets, and individual liberty can flourish if properly messaged and embraced by younger generations.The path forward requires honest conversations about mental health resources, responsible rhetoric, spiritual renewal, and recommitment to fundamental American values. Key Points from the Episode:• Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee who fled the Russian invasion, was fatally stabbed in an unprovoked attack on Charlotte's light rail• The perpetrator had 14 previous criminal offenses and was suffering from untreated paranoia and hearing voices• A mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis killed two children and injured 17 others during a school mass• Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was assassinated at Utah Valley University by a shooter who had been radicalized online• Erika Kirk, Charlie's widow, delivered a powerful message: "The cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry"• Charlie's 2016 book "Turning Point" offers a roadmap for engaging young people in conservative politics and rebuilding American values• We must address liberal mental illness laws, confront political violence, and strengthen our spiritual foundation through Christian values• The path forward requires courage, conversation, and commitment to the principles that have always led America through dark timesLet's continue to engage and talk with our neighbors. As Charlie often said, it's only when you stop talking that violence begins. Let's keep living our best lives for those children in Minnesota, for Iryna, and for Charlie Kirk and his family so that we can make this a better nation.Other resources: MM#349--Kamalas War on the Free MarketWant to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, w

Aldís Amah Hamilton is a trailblazing Icelandic actress, writer, and cultural icon. Born in Germany and raised in Reykjavík, she has starred in hit shows like The Valhalla Murders, Netflix's Katla, and co-created the gripping series Black Sands. In 2019, she made history as the first woman of color to embody the Fjallkonan, Iceland's national symbol on Independence Day in Reykjavík, which is the largest celebration and is televised around the country.Beyond the screen, Aldís lends her voice to video games like Senua's Saga: Hellblade II and Echoes of the End, and leads as chair of the Vegan Association of Iceland—advocating for plant-based living while shaping Iceland's cultural landscape. Save Big When You Stay in Reykjavík The “In bed with” series is sponsored by Center Hotels and the interviews are recording at one of their hotels while I chat with my guests in a bed. They have 9 hotels in the center of Reykjavik and each of them is unique. To save 25% on your stay with Center Hotels use my code ATI25.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyWfVs_j36A The Previous Interview I did with Aldís Amah Years Ago I was very fortunate to interveiw Aldís Amah Hamilton years before her acting career took off. Learn more about her childhood in Iceland by checking out that interview here - https://allthingsiceland.com/aldis-amah-biracial-iceland-interview/ Some of the Topics Aldís Amah and I Spoke About During the Interview ✨ Breaking barriers in the Icelandic acting world✨ Making history as the Fjallkonan✨ Life as a vegan and her role in Iceland's vegan community✨ What drives her authenticity on and off screen Live Iceland Trip Planning Workshop On Saturday, October 4th, 2025, I'm hosting a Live Iceland Trip Planning Workshop. Get local expertise to help cut through confusion and plan your trip with ease. Click Here Share this with a Friend Facebook Email Threads Let's Be Social Youtube Instagram Tiktok Facebook Þakka þér kærlega fyrir að hlusta og sjáumst fljótlega.

This week on Podcast in Death, AJ and Tara dive into the endless amusement that is the Goodreads review section. This time for Echoes in Death. Highlights include: The new sacred rule: Never say the “G-word” (ghostwriter). It's basically Voldemort for book reviews. A reviewer flexing their massive vocabulary with [...]

Descend into the stillness of an underground world with this immersive soundscape, blending natural cave ambience, gentle underground lake waves, and soothing binaural tones. The resonance of the cavern and the rhythmic movement of water create a deeply calming atmosphere, perfect for nighttime listening. This track is designed to help you: Drift into deep, natural sleep Release stress and tension. Find peace and clarity through sound. This podcast is entirely independent, and your support helps keep it going. When you like, share, or leave a comment, it tells podcast platforms that people value this show, which allows it to reach more listeners. These small actions make a big difference in helping the podcast grow. Other ways you can support the show: Shop Your Sleep Guru Podcast exclusive "Licensed to Chill" T-shirts and baseball caps HERE,https://your-sleep-guru-podcast.printify.me/  created especially for you!)  

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Send us a textYears into their relationship Wolfie, Ravenshadow, and MZ find themselves at a crossroads as they move to the country. With tensions already flaring, an encounter with an unnatural force threatens to corrupt their lives, their loathing, and their run of consecutive shows. On Episode 685 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the film Together from director Michael Shanks! We also talk about the very long storied history of the Amityville films, plagiarism in cinema, and the process of building a relationship into a single entity. So grab your girth certificate, unbox your colorectal kit, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Presence, Conjuring: Last Rites, Good Boy, haunted house movies, Amityville Horror, David Sandberg, Lights Out, The Autopsy of Jane Doe, Dead Stream, all the Amityville movies, Superman, DCU, James Gunn, Marvel Filmmaking, The Ghostbreaker, The Hound of the Baskervilles, The Blob, Endangered Species, Witchboard 2, Stigmata, Stir of Echoes, Malevolence, Resident Evil: Apocalypse, Black Sheep, Deadgirl, Resident Evil: Afterlife, Almost Human, A Low Budget Nightmare, Psycho Goreman, Joe Begos, Slumber Party Massacre, Masters of Horror, Ryan Phillipe, Way of the Gun, 54, James Duval, Night of the Living Dead Contagion, May, Donnie Darko, That Thing You Do, Jonathan Schaech, Chris Columbus, Gremlins, The VVitch, Polly Holliday, Joe Perry, The Lost Boys, Lords of Salem, Doomwatch, Torso, Alligator, The Tell Tale Heart, The Day the Earth Stood Still, The Haunting, RIP Scott Spiegel, Thou Shall Not Kill… Except, Intruder, Renee Estevez, The West Wing, Emilio Estevez, Addams Family Reunion, GLOW, Community, Marc Mero, Chavo Guerrero, Coca-Cola-rectol, Cologuard, trailer reactions, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Warm Bodies, Fright Night, The Thing, Society, Brian Yuzna, Together, Allison Brie, Dave Franco, James Franco, body horror, plagiarism, living in sin, codependence, The Sexy Skeksis, Spice Girls, Barbarian, Love Justin Long Time, Weapons, Zach Cregger, Robot Chicken, Josh Brolin, Carnivale, The Sexy Skeksis, Stuck in a Hole, Girth Certificate, Conjuring Karen, and Don't Plagiarize Me Bro!Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

The Maya in the Río Bec region in southeastern Mexico made some of the more intricate sculptural and architectural works. What is more amazing is that, just like the cultural histories of the origin of humanity, these feats are still visitable today. So, join me as we go spelunking to find some cultural treasures in the Witz monster's mouth.LinksRead Along ⁠for more info, pictures, and cited references.SocialsBluesky: ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/renegadeartaeology.bsky.social⁠The Patreon:⁠ https://www.patreon.com/c/DetoursinArtaeology⁠Instagram: ⁠@FlyingSepiida⁠Music Used from ⁠Scott Buckley⁠'There is a Place' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'In Search Of Solitude' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Petrichor' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Castles in the Sky' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Chasing Daylight' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Three Sheets To The Wind' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Wayfarer' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Undertow' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'The Vision' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Echoes' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Ephemera' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Cirrus' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

David Vorhaus - "Three D" - Electronic Toys Vol.1 Guy Bezancon - "Terre" - Periplos The Fibonaccis - "The Friends of Crime" - Terror Vision (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Rudimentary Peni - "Media Person" - EPs of R.P. Starfuckers - "Ode" - Infrantumi African Head Charge - "Family Doctoring" - My LIfe in a Hole in the Ground Stelvio Cipriani - "Death Watch" - Pieces soundtrack Phallus Dei - "O Sacrum Convivium (excerpt)" - Pontifex Maximus Pauline Anna Strom - "The Unveiling (excerpt)" - Echoes, Spaces, Lines (4-LP Box Set) Coil - "Remote Viewing 3 (excerpt)" - The Remote Viewer Dusan Rapos - "Healing Process" - Mediciine DBC - "Lies" - Dead Brain Cells Chris & Cosey - "Illusion (excerpt)" - Trust David Javelosa & Baby Buddha - "What's Going On" - Everyone Is My Age DZ Lectric - "In A Blue Funk" - Ritual Dos Sadicos II various Tangerine Dream - "Funeral" - The Park Is Mine (OST) https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/156085

Outer Wilds is a cozy adventure game about the thrill of exploration and the triumph of curiosity. You walk in the footsteps of a long-gone civilization to find your way out of a deadly time loop, ultimately triumphing and being reborn. The game's expansion, Echoes of the Eye, takes a bit of a darker tone. You explore an artificial world haunted by precursors who aren't quite as gone as you've been led to believe. There are some real design missteps here, and we talk about them, but also talk about what makes Outer Wilds in general work for us in spite of them.

Welcome back to another episode of the Hunt Lift Eat podcast where our esteemed host, Carter McKenzie, is looking extra handsome with his headset and our co-host, Kerri Mcallister, somehow folded his hat brim even more. We're stoked to have Zach Spicher from Echoes of the Hunt with us today. Zach is a veteran of our armed forces and has since found a passion for writing and telling a hunting story. Zach finds a way with words to express the passion that is deep within every hunter. 

Satsuki Ina was born behind barbed wire at Tule Lake, where she became one of roughly 120,000 Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II. Her parents, both U.S. citizens, lost their freedom and faith in America, leaving a legacy of silence and trauma. Today, as immigrant families are again separated and detained, Ina's memoir "The Poet and the Silk Girl" chronicles her family's journey through California's network of assembly centers and permanent camps. It's a reminder, she says, that what happened then is not just history — it's a warning about how easily such chapters of fear and racism repeat themselves.

SummaryIn this episode of 'Murder in the Black', host Steph delves into the tragic case of Linda Robinson, who was brutally murdered in her home. The conversation explores the complexities of murder charges, the emotional impact on families, and the importance of family activism in seeking justice. Through a detailed recounting of the investigation, including various suspects and the eventual breakthrough in the case, the episode highlights the challenges faced by families of murder victims and the role of law enforcement in solving cold cases.TakeawaysThe difference between first degree and third degree murder is significant in legal outcomes.Alcohol consumption can influence jury decisions in murder cases.The emotional trauma of discovering a loved one's murder is profound.Family activism can play a crucial role in keeping cold cases alive.The absence of a clear motive can prolong grief for families.Investigators often rely on DNA evidence to solve cold cases.The importance of thorough crime scene analysis cannot be overstated.Victims' families often face challenges in understanding the motives behind crimes.Technological advancements have improved the ability to solve old cases.Justice can take years, but persistence can lead to resolution.Sound bites"Linda's legacy continues to live on.""A murder without a clear motive is unsettling.""There is hope for solving cold cases."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Case Recap03:08 Understanding Murder Charges05:47 The Tragic Case of Linda Robinson12:02 The Investigation Begins17:26 Suspects and Alibis23:33 The Search for Justice28:32 The Breakthrough in the Case33:28 Reflections on Closure and Family ActivismKeywordstrue crime, murder case, justice, family activism, investigation, legal system, emotional impact, unsolved cases, victim advocacy, crime scene analysis

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Echoes of Catalonia: Celebrating Diada with Grandpa Jordi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-09-11-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Les fulles grogues caien suaument a terra, anunciant la tardor sobre l'antic recinte modernista de Sant Pau.En: The yellow leaves fell gently to the ground, heralding the arrival of autumn over the old modernist complex of Sant Pau.Ca: Les façanes de colors s'alçaven majestuoses sota el cel blau de Barcelona.En: The colorful facades stood majestically under the blue sky of Barcelona.Ca: En aquest escenari, la Marta i el Pere caminaven pel passadís, els passos ressonant lleugerament contra el terra de rajoles antigues.En: In this setting, Marta and Pere walked through the corridor, their footsteps lightly echoing against the antique tiled floor.Ca: Marta s'havia despertat aquell matí amb una barreja de pena i esperançament.En: Marta had woken up that morning with a mix of sorrow and hope.Ca: Era la Diada Nacional de Catalunya, una data important per a la seva família i, especialment, per al seu avi Jordi.En: It was the National Day of Catalonia, an important date for her family and especially for her grandfather Jordi.Ca: Anaven a visitar-lo, sabent que potser els dies per compartir amb ell serien curts.En: They were going to visit him, knowing that perhaps the days to share with him would be short.Ca: Quan van entrar a la petita habitació, Marta va notar la llum tènue que es filtrava per la finestra.En: When they entered the small room, Marta noticed the dim light filtering through the window.Ca: El seu avi, patint els efectes de l'edat, estava assegut, mirant per la finestra, observant com el món seguia girant fora.En: Her grandfather, suffering from the effects of age, was seated, gazing out the window, watching the world continue to turn outside.Ca: La Marta va agafar la mà del seu avi amb tendresa, i li va dedicar un somriure trist.En: Marta took her grandfather's hand tenderly and gave him a sad smile.Ca: Pere, d'altra banda, ja inquiet, mirava cap a la porta, escoltant el llunyà soroll de les celebracions.En: Pere, on the other hand, already restless, looked toward the door, listening to the distant sound of the celebrations.Ca: El cor de Marta pateix amb la idea de deixar al seu avi, però sap que cada moment compta.En: Marta's heart ached at the thought of leaving her grandfather, but she knew that every moment counted.Ca: "Volem celebrar la Diada amb ell," diu Pere, amb ulls brillants, tirant lleument de la mà de la seva germana.En: "We want to celebrate the Diada with him," Pere said, eyes bright, gently pulling his sister's hand.Ca: La Marta sent el pes de la responsabilitat i el desig de quedar-se.En: Marta felt the weight of responsibility and the desire to stay.Ca: Llavors, el seu avi Jordi, com si els hagués escoltat, li va retornar el somriure, amb una lluïssor als ulls que feien ombra a les arrugues del seu rostre.En: Then, her grandfather Jordi, as if he had heard them, returned the smile, with a sparkle in his eyes that overshadowed the wrinkles on his face.Ca: "És un dia per celebrar, no ho oblideu," diu amb veu feble però clara, deixant una empremta al cor de la Marta.En: "It's a day to celebrate, don't forget it," he said in a weak but clear voice, leaving an imprint on Marta's heart.Ca: Amb aquest moment compartit, Marta comprèn que a vegades les paraules no són necessàries.En: With this shared moment, Marta realized that sometimes words are not necessary.Ca: L'amor i la comprensió es poden trobar en petits gestos, somriures i silencis.En: Love and understanding can be found in small gestures, smiles, and silences.Ca: Mirant a Pere, ella assentí i, després d'una última carícia al braç del seu avi, va decidir portar el seu germà a veure les celebracions.En: Looking at Pere, she nodded and, after a final caress on her grandfather's arm, decided to take her brother to see the celebrations.Ca: Sortint de l'habitació, les rialles i la música catalanes els acollien.En: As they left the room, the laughter and Catalan music welcomed them.Ca: Marta es va sentir bé, sabent que el seu avi també podia escoltar, al seu propi ritme, la vida vibrant que continuava al seu voltant, al seu món que estimava profundament.En: Marta felt at peace, knowing that her grandfather could also listen, at his own pace, to the vibrant life that continued around him, in his world that he deeply loved.Ca: Mentre els colors brillants de les banderes catalanes omplien els carrers, Marta va començar a sentir una tranquil·litat interna.En: As the bright colors of the Catalan flags filled the streets, Marta began to feel an inner calm.Ca: Hi havia tristesa, sí, però també un profund agraïment pels moments compartits, tant passats com presents.En: There was sadness, yes, but also a deep gratitude for the moments shared, both past and present.Ca: En envoltar-se de l'energia de la Diada, va trobar una nova connexió amb les seves arrels i una comprensió més madura del que significa continuar una tradició tot mantenint viu el record dels que estima.En: Surrounded by the energy of the Diada, she found a new connection to her roots and a more mature understanding of what it means to carry on a tradition while keeping alive the memory of those she loves.Ca: La Marta sabia que tornaria amb el cor més lleuger i una visió clara de com honorar la memòria del seu avi Jordi.En: Marta knew she would return with a lighter heart and a clear vision of how to honor the memory of her grandfather Jordi.Ca: Mentre les celebracions continuaven, ella i el Pere cridaven junt amb la multitud, junts, somrient cap al futur.En: As the celebrations continued, she and Pere shouted along with the crowd, together, smiling toward the future. Vocabulary Words:the leaves: les fullesto herald: anunciarthe autumn: la tardorthe complex: el recintethe facades: les façanesto echo: ressonarthe tiles: les rajolesto filter: filtrarto gaze: mirarto ache: patirthe Grandfather: l'avithe responsibility: la responsabilitatto nod: assentirthe caress: la caríciato listen: escoltarthe laughter: les riallesthe music: la músicathe tranquility: la tranquil·litatthe gratitude: l'agraïmentto surround: envoltarthe roots: les arrelsto honor: honorarthe memory: la memòriato shout: cridarthe crowd: la multitudto notice: notarto continue: seguirthe shared moment: el moment compartitthe understanding: la comprensióthe celebration: la celebració

Προφορικές αφηγήσεις, οικογενειακές αναμνήσεις, διαγενεακές μνήμες, και οι ζωντανές φωνές των επιζώντων της Καταστροφής της Σμύρνης, των διωγμών των Ελλήνων της Μικράς Ασίας και ο βίαιος ξεριζωμός τους, στο βιβλίο “Echoes of Smyrna - Voices from the ashes” του ομογενή ερευνητή και συγγραφέα Ιάκωβου Γαριβάλδη OAM

MAGA deploys the same War on Terror tactics to target alleged drug traffickers, threatening the right to due process. Plus: Has the U.S. given up on confronting China as it becomes increasingly entangled in the Middle East and Latin America? Finally: Glenn dismantles Ben Shapiro's lies about Israel.  ------------------------------------ Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update:  Twitter Instagram TikTok Facebook  

Clement Manyathela speaks to Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s Sibongiseni Tshabalala and singer and songwriter, Jeremy Loops about their groundbreaking collaborative show. Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful episode of Wake Up with Miya, we sit down with Jessica Lowery, founder of The Power of Elderberries, to explore why this ancient, immune-boosting plant has stood the test of time—despite being ignored or dismissed by mainstream medicine.Jessica shares her personal journey of discovering elderberry during pregnancy, launching a mission-driven company out of her kitchen, and formulating small-batch elderberry syrup backed by lab testing, organic sourcing, and deep holistic wisdom. We cover the science, the spiritual folklore, and the healing testimonials that make elderberry far more than just another health trend.You'll learn:Why European black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is superiorThe antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and immune-modulating compounds that Big Pharma doesn't talk aboutSpiritual folklore linking elder to dreamwork, protection, and intuitive healingWhat makes most commercial elderberry products weak or misleadingHow Jessica's formulation is different—and why it worksReal-world testimonies of immune support, allergy relief, pain reduction, and moreStay to the end where we dive into the esoteric lore of the Elder Mother, ancient rites, and how elderberry bridges the physical and spiritual realms.JESSICA'S WEBSITE:https://thepowerofelderberries.comSupport the Show & Stay Connected:Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sensiblehippiehttps://www.youtube.com/@WakeUpWithMiyaJoin My Free Patreon for ad-free episodes & exclusive content: https://Patreon.com/WakeupwithMiyaShop, blog & more: https://www.sensiblehippie.comWant to be on the show or have a guest suggestion?Email me at: SensibleHippie@gmail.comFollow Me Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WakeupwithMiyaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WakeupwithMiyaExclusive Discount!Shop at LVNTA: https://lvnta.com/lv_IcTq5EmoFKaZfJhTiSUse code OHANA for 20% off!Listen on Your Favorite Platform:Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere podcasts are available!RATE & REVIEW:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wake-up-with-miya/id1627169850Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UYrXCgma1lJYzf8glnAxyMusic Credits:Beginning: "Echoes in the Shadows" - DK Intro: “At First Light” – LunarehMidtro: “Pemberley” – Cody MartinOutro: “The Moment” – Adrian WaltherEnd Music: “Uptown” – PALAFinal Song: #ElderberryHealing#NaturalRemedies#alternativehealingelderberry syrup, sambucus nigra, holistic health, natural remedies

Taylor from the Giant Monster Messages podcast (available everywhere you get your pods!) joins Slick to examine the themes and messages of Godzilla's Revenge/All Monsters Attack! Do they land effectively and hold up over time? Is the ending a happy or sad ending?? All this and more!Echoes of Giant Monsters can primarily be found on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube where short form videos and posts go up regularly! Podcast episodes are random but can be found wherever you catch your pods!TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@echoesofgiantmonsters?_t=ZT-8zYdjtw5off&_r=1Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/echoesofgiantmonsters?igsh=dTc3eGViNGdqcjNo&utm_source=qrYouTube:https://youtube.com/@echoesofgiantmonsters?si=C60aSmopHUxbWFzn

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Kaycee Colbrun wasn't like the other kids. While they were learning to tie their shoes or play hopscotch, she was astral projecting around the house. Holding silent conversations with animals. Chatting casually with a grandfather she had never met in life. From the very beginning, the boundary between this world and the next was thin for Kaycee—so thin, she sometimes forgot most people couldn't see what she did. But that kind of sensitivity comes at a cost. As she grew older, the energy around her intensified. Spirits came not just with messages, but with emotions. Warnings. Echoes of pain. The world became louder, more complicated—beautiful, but often overwhelming. Kaycee opens up about what it's really like to grow up “open”—to live your life walking the line between the seen and unseen. Her story isn't about ghosts lurking in the dark… it's about what happens when the spirits walk right beside you, every single day. This is Part Two of our conversation. #PsychicMedium #TheGraveTalks #AstralProjection #BornSensitive #SpiritCommunication #ParanormalPodcast #TrueParanormalStories #ClairvoyantLife #GrowingUpPsychic #GhostStories #RealMediums #Ghosts #TalkToTheDead Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

In this episode, Dr. Steve shares his heartfelt thanks to all who listen to this podcast. He reflects on how humbling it is to know that a simple message, often spoke in the wee hours of the night, can travel far, touch hearts, and make a real difference in people's lives. Keep believing, dreaming, and living clear. How's your Atlas? Learn more at WakeUpHumans.org and check out Steve Judson's books and gear.

The road back to Glen should have been a quiet one. But when Lucia receives a mysterious letter from Professor Giles, everything changes. Beneath the surface of his message lies a secret warning—hidden in magical script. Something ancient has been unearthed beneath the Broken Circle. Something that vibrates with power. Something that might be watching.In this lore-packed, humor-laced, and combat-charged episode of Twenty Sides: The Nexus, the party:Buys horses (yes, really!) and debates riding styles, saddles, and budget bundlesUncovers a magical illusory message in a letter that warns of danger beneath GlenEncounters three haunting spectral figures as the sun and moon hang in the skyEngages in a fast-paced battle under moonlight, launching spells from horseback and wagonDiscovers a glowing black necklace linked to Dail's sword and a forgotten eraAs the party nears Glen, the wind dies, the light dims—and ancient shadows begin to rise. The Concord Era may not be as forgotten as they once believed.

You've probably heard of Herodotus, and in Assassin's Creed Odyssey you'll have met the man himself. Variously called the Father of History and the Father of Lies, what do we know about the real Herodotus, and what do his writings reveal about life in the ancient world?To answer all this and more, Matt Lewis is joined by Justin Marozzi - journalist, historian, travel writer and author of The Man Who Invented History: Travels with Herodotus.Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit. Hosted by: Matt LewisEdited by: Robin McConnellProduced by: Robin McConnell, Matt LewisSenior Producer: Anne-Marie LuffProduction Manager: Beth DonaldsonExecutive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen BennettMusic:A Happy Family by The Flight, Michael GeorgiadesPassing The Torch by The FlightConversations by The Flight, Michael GeorgiadesIf you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. Take part in our listener survey here.Tell us your favourite Assassin's Creed game or podcast episode at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lara Hammock is a licenced clinical social worker and mental health therapist working with both individuals and couples. She is creative and inventive, and Lara joins Sheri and Matt to share her COME-TO method to complain constructively. Listeners who like a great acronym, and love to hear Sheri tell it like it is, will enjoy hearing Sheri process a real life complaint she has about Matt. Check out all the tools Lara shares on her website, including a download of her COME-TO worksheet. Click here to take our survey on attraction and relationships. If you love or loved an alcoholic, and your recovery could benefit from connection with people who understand, please check out our Echoes of Recovery program.

Hailey MasonBA, College of Arts and Sciences, 2022MPA, College of Arts and Sciences, 2024Entrepreneur & AuthorMore Information:UAB News - A is for Arrington: UAB graduate student publishes first children's bookThe Birmingham Times - Children's Book on Birmingham's First Black Mayor Penned UAB's Hailey MasonK & C Pet PastriesUAB News - High school students build business acumen, leadership skills at UAB's Collat CampBIZShelby Living - Truth in Vivid Color

Send us a textTina Erwin, a former Navy officer with 20 years of experience working with the submarine force, shares her journey from designing equipment to protect submarines from terrorist attacks to becoming a "ghost liaison" who helps spirits cross over to the other side.• Grounded in science with a deep understanding of Newtonian and quantum physics• Increasing sensitivity to spirits involves creating quiet space amid the noise of modern life• Learning to listen to your intuition can save lives, as demonstrated through multiple personal stories• Water often represents a gateway to other realms and can indicate spiritual activity• Developing critical thinking skills helps navigate both spiritual experiences and everyday challenges• Parenting with questions rather than snap judgments helps children develop their own intuition• Multiple dimensions exist and are increasingly accepted by astrophysicists• What separates humans from AI is our soul's connection to the divine• Compassionate discussions about gender and sexuality are needed rather than judgment• Signs and symbols from the divine often appear in everyday life if we're paying attentionVisit ghosthelpers.com to find Tina's books, including The Crossing Over Prayer Book, and audio prayers to help develop your spiritual connection.Follow Tina Erwin at ...Her Websitehttps://ghosthelpers.com/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPQRa61kvpfSERaOjVPoEQwLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-erwin-0a5b8919/Check out episode 285https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWc8G8dNTQgSupport the showFollow your host atYouTube and Rumble for video contenthttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxk1oJBVw-IAZTqChH70aghttps://rumble.com/c/c-4236474Facebook to receive updateshttps://www.facebook.com/EliasEllusion/Twitter (yes, I refuse to call it X)https://x.com/politicallyht LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/

A 59-Year Celebration Through Voices, Memories, and Missions My combined three-volume oral history and tribute, weaving together rare interviews, behind-the-scenes reflections, and heartfelt anecdotes from cast and crew across Star Trek: First Contact, Insurrection, and Nemesis. Supplemented by intimate conversations with actors from The Next Generation, Voyager, Deep Space Nine, Enterprise, and even a special Star Trek literary event.   Featuring 

As I watched these mountain bluebirds, likely catching those pesky mosquitoes for their dinner, I felt a familiar comfort in their presence.

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Kaycee Colbrun wasn't like the other kids. While they were learning to tie their shoes or play hopscotch, she was astral projecting around the house. Holding silent conversations with animals. Chatting casually with a grandfather she had never met in life. From the very beginning, the boundary between this world and the next was thin for Kaycee—so thin, she sometimes forgot most people couldn't see what she did. But that kind of sensitivity comes at a cost. As she grew older, the energy around her intensified. Spirits came not just with messages, but with emotions. Warnings. Echoes of pain. The world became louder, more complicated—beautiful, but often overwhelming. Kaycee opens up about what it's really like to grow up “open”—to live your life walking the line between the seen and unseen. Her story isn't about ghosts lurking in the dark… it's about what happens when the spirits walk right beside you, every single day. #PsychicMedium #TheGraveTalks #AstralProjection #BornSensitive #SpiritCommunication #ParanormalPodcast #TrueParanormalStories #ClairvoyantLife #GrowingUpPsychic #GhostStories #RealMediums #Ghosts #TalkToTheDead Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

The Elephant in the Universe: 100-year search for dark matter Author: Govert Schilling Echoes of the Big Bang and Deep Underground Searches for WIMPs Headline: CMB Confirms Dark Matter and Energy; XENON Searches Remain Elusive The Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB), the oldest light in the universe from a few hundred thousand years after the Big Bang, provides crucial evidence for dark matter and dark energy. Analysis of its tiny temperature and density fluctuations precisely determines the universe's composition, independently confirming the need for both dark matter and dark energy even without other observations. Meanwhile, the direct hunt for WIMPs continues in deep underground laboratories like Gran Sasso in Italy, where massive, shielded experiments containing materials like liquid xenon aim to detect the exceedingly rare collisions of dark matter particles with atomic nuclei. These "xenon wars" have, to date, yielded "null results," intensifying the mystery. Only the DAMA experiment, using sodium iodide crystals, claims to have detected a seasonal dark matter effect, but its results remain unconfirmed by other teams. 1952

Send us a textLet's revisit the 90s! Author Ross Benes joins me to talk 1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times.Buy 1999Check out Ross' websiteSupport the show

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! St. Vincent Academy once stood as a safe haven — a Catholic orphanage in the quiet heart of Western Kentucky, surrounded by rolling hills and strong community roots. But the walls of this former sanctuary tell a different story. Paranormal investigator Steve Asher has spent years exploring this now-haunted structure and the surrounding area — a region steeped in faith, pain, and unexplainable phenomena. Locals speak in hushed tones about the figures seen at chapel windows long after dark… disembodied footsteps echoing through abandoned corridors… and a heaviness that settles in your chest the moment you step onto the grounds. But this isn't just a story about a haunted orphanage. The deeper Steve dug, the more he uncovered: a pattern of intense paranormal activity that stretches across generations, blanketing the entire community in Western Kentucky. Kind, honest, salt-of-the-earth people — all carrying stories of spirits, sightings, and strange experiences that defy logic. What makes this land such a supernatural magnet? Who are the souls that still roam the halls of St. Vincent Academy? And why do they remain? This is Part Two of our conversation. #HauntedOrphanage #StVincentAcademy #HauntedKentucky #RealGhostStories #TheGraveTalks #ParanormalInvestigation #SteveAsher #CatholicGhostStories #GhostsOfTheSouth #KentuckyHauntings #HauntedHistory #TrueParanormal Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This week on Movie Club, Alfredo walks Christian and Trevor through the recent hit movie Weapons. Was it worth the hype? Let us know what you think! Sensitive topics: drug use, gore, death "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course"Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠⁠)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 ⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! St. Vincent Academy once stood as a safe haven — a Catholic orphanage in the quiet heart of Western Kentucky, surrounded by rolling hills and strong community roots. But the walls of this former sanctuary tell a different story. Paranormal investigator Steve Asher has spent years exploring this now-haunted structure and the surrounding area — a region steeped in faith, pain, and unexplainable phenomena. Locals speak in hushed tones about the figures seen at chapel windows long after dark… disembodied footsteps echoing through abandoned corridors… and a heaviness that settles in your chest the moment you step onto the grounds. But this isn't just a story about a haunted orphanage. The deeper Steve dug, the more he uncovered: a pattern of intense paranormal activity that stretches across generations, blanketing the entire community in Western Kentucky. Kind, honest, salt-of-the-earth people — all carrying stories of spirits, sightings, and strange experiences that defy logic. What makes this land such a supernatural magnet? Who are the souls that still roam the halls of St. Vincent Academy? And why do they remain? #HauntedOrphanage #StVincentAcademy #HauntedKentucky #RealGhostStories #TheGraveTalks #ParanormalInvestigation #SteveAsher #CatholicGhostStories #GhostsOfTheSouth #KentuckyHauntings #HauntedHistory #TrueParanormal Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Ecopoetics of Reenchantment: Liminal Realism and Poetic Echoes of the Earth (Bloomsbury, 2022) tackles the reenchantment process at work in a part of contemporary ecoliterature that is marked by the resurfacing of the song of the earth topos and of Gaia images. Focusing on the postmodernist braiding of various indigenous and ecofeminist ontologies, close readings of the animistic and totemic dimensions of the stories at hand lead to the theorizing of liminal realism—a mode that shares much with magical realism but that is approached through an ecopoetic lens, specifically working an interspecies kind of magic, situating readers in-between human and other-than-human worlds. This book promotes a worldview based on relationships of reciprocity and symbiosis. It restores our capacity for wonder together with our sensitive intelligence. Liminal realism adopts a stance in-between scientific, mythical, and poetic worldviews as it calls attention to the soundscapes, odorscapes, feelscapes, and landscapes of the world. This monograph offers an original transdisciplinary and cross-Atlantic take on ecopoetics as it straddles the two academic worlds and sparks a conversation between artworks, theories, and studies emerging from the English-speaking world as well as from Francophone contexts. Entangling the materiality of language back within the flesh of the world, this book and the texts under study provide insight into the fundamentally sympoietic dimension of ecopoiesis. People interested in ecopoetics can check out the website run by Béné Meillon here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

What is up Listeners!? We are BACK with an incredible episode featuring a mind blowing interview with Yändere talking about their new single Echoes as well as their show at Club Dada with DeathbyRomy. I was deep in Silent Hill 2 remake when I did this interview....I'll let you fill in the rest. Also the biggest shout out to Goom. Rest in peace you beautiful majestic man. I love you forever! Check out Yändere here https://linktr.ee/yanderetx311?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeR763kagj9c-8CoFgklxV9JyjsMssBgjIVLN--k0htBUZHajiASNxtFjC_1g_aem_lCE_2MvDBgr_PkoUDzVvdwand also be sure to come hang with us on 9/20 at the Asylum. Shoot me a DM for the address. Do you want to be on the show? Send me an email at localobscene@gmail.com. Thank you so much for listening!

In a candid conversation, Mike Portnoy discusses Dream Theater's triumphant return and biggest tour ever, from selling out London's O2 Arena to performing Pink Floyd's 'Echoes' at ancient Pompeii. He reveals details about their North American tour featuring the new album Parasomnia in its entirety, culminating in a bucket-list show at Nassau Coliseum. Portnoy also reflects on memorable festival performances, family life in music, and his deep connection to rock history. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don't forget to follow Eddie on X and Instagram!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation

"It all started again at 3:14 AM... just like yesterday..."CREEPYPASTA► "Echoes of the Abandoned Line" written by NH_2006_2022, narrated by ClancyPasta► https://www.reddit.com/r/creepypasta/comments/1mywq1i/echoes_of_the_abandoned_line/00:00 - Part 101:02 - Part 206:33 - Part 309:54 - Part 412:00 - Part 513:30 - Part 616:42 - Part 720:36 - Part 828:13 - Part 932:30 - Part 1040:09 - Part 11Here are ways to support the channel if you wish ~MERCH ► http://teespring.com/stores/clancypastastorePATREON ► https://patreon.com/clancypastaMEMBERSHIP ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnfg9w5hrnPT7oA1H3uRZEQ/joinHere's where you can find me, and also links to the audio version of the show ~X / TWITTER ► http://x.com/clancypastaINSTA ► https://instagram.com/clancypastaSPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/51DHHPsFnEvDAGfRiZPMF7ANCHOR.FM ► https://anchor.fm/clancypastaMUSIC► Background music is original and done in house by my best friend and house audio designer SKEEVY WEEVIL#Creepypasta #scarystories #horrorstories

SummaryIn this episode, Dr. Jeffery D. Skinner discusses the essential foundations for church planting, emphasizing the importance of a strong foundation, vision, prayer, and community. He highlights that without a solid foundation, a church plant can become fragile, and the role of vision is crucial in guiding the church's mission. Dr. Skinner also stresses the significance of persistent prayer and the need for a supportive community in the church planting process.TakeawaysA strong foundation is crucial for church planting.Vision is the heartbeat of a church.Prayer aligns us with God's work.Church planting requires a supportive community.Look for character over charisma in team members.Crowds consume, but a core group carries the mission.Persistent prayer is essential for success.The presence of the Lord is vital in church planting.Never underestimate the power of small beginnings.Establishing a church is a divine mission.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/echoes-through-eternity-with-dr-jeffery-skinner--5523198/support.Echoes Through Eternity Guiding church planters and pastors to plant seeds of prayer, holiness, and courage that outlast a lifetime. contact drjefferydskinner@protonmail.com

Last time we spoke about the battle of Lake Tai. In November 1937, as Japanese forces advanced, Nanjing's fate hung in the balance. Commander Tang Shengzhi led the desperate defense amidst disarray among Chinese generals, many advocating retreat. Despite political strife, civilians rallied, fortifying the city, knowing its fall could destroy Chiang Kai-Shek's government. On November 19, Japanese Commander Yanagawa seized the moment, directing his troops towards Nanjing, igniting panic in Tokyo.  As fierce battles erupted around Lake Tai, the Chinese forces, though outmatched in technology, employed guerilla tactics and stubborn resistance. Chinese artillery delivered devastating blows, and bold counterattacks kept Japanese momentum in check. However, as the month closed, the tide turned, logistical challenges and internal chaos hampered communication. The stage was set for one of the darkest chapters of modern Chinese history, where the battle for Nanjing would symbolize the struggle against oppression.   #165 Nanjing Surrounded 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. On December 1st, Jiangyin fell. That same day Japanese Army General Staff Deputy Chief Tada Hayao arrived to the Shanghai region to conduct an inspection of the front lines and personally deliver Tokyo's orders authorizing an assault upon Nanjing. The directive was exceptionally brief: “The Central China Area Army is to attack Nanjing in coordination with the Navy.”  Later that same day, at 7:00 pm more detailed instructions were issued by the Central China Area Army. The 10th Army was set to begin its decisive assault on Nanjing on December 3, advancing along two primary routes toward the capital. The left flank was to advance through Wuhu, while the right flank would move via the city of Lishui. The Shanghai Expeditionary Force, having endured more strain than the 10th Army due to its longer tenure at the front, was scheduled to launch its attack two days later, concentrating its forces around Danyang and Jurong. On December 2nd, Matsui received a promotion, given overall command of the Central China Area Army. The responsibility for the Shanghai Expeditionary Force was entrusted to a recent appointee in the Shanghai theater, Prince Asaka Yasuhiko, a member of the Imperial family. As Matsui noted in his diary that day "It's a great honor”. He promptly issued orders to ensure the prince's comfort and safety by all available means. At the age of 55, Prince Asaka, Emperor Hirohito's uncle, boasted a successful military background, including a tenure at the Japanese embassy in Paris. However, this experience had left its mark on him in two significant ways: he walked with a limp due to a car accident in France and spoke French fluently. Despite his talents and efforts, he did not earn the highest regard from Hirohito. He had not demonstrated the loyalty expected of him during the February 26th Coup attempt in 1936 and had since been met with a cold shoulder from the emperor Command in China presented a crucial opportunity for him to restore his standing in the eyes of Hirohito. Meanwhile over in the capital a war for air supremacy raged. More and more soviet pilots were arriving alongside their Polikarpov I-16 fighters. Exhausted from the long distance travel to Nanjing, the Soviet pilots were given no respite and tossed into the fray, performing 5 sorties in their first day. The Soviets were kept very busy as the Japanese increasingly unleashed raids against the airfields in the Nanjing region. The raids became so intense, the Chinese had to relocate their aircraft to bases hundreds of miles behind the front. While the Polikarpov I-16's were severely hampering the Japanese, suddenly a new adversary emerged. The Mitsubishi A5M fighter, still a prototype was rushed into service to help escort the bombers. This was the predecessor to the legendary A6M Zero fighter. Like I mentioned previously I wrote the Kings and Generals episode on the A6M Zero Fighter's history and over at my patreon I have a hour long podcast on it. Needless to say the A5M changed everything in the theater, taking away the advantage the Soviet fighters had wielded for a brief window of time.  At 9:00 am on December 2, a small customs cruiser waving a swastika flag docked at the Nanjing waterfront after making an overnight journey down the Yangtze River from Wuhan. German Ambassador Oskar Trautmann quickly disembarked, accompanied by embassy councilor Heinz Lautenschlager and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Xu Mo. Trautmann's mission was so secretive that although he had dined with a secretary from the Italian embassy, an Axis partner just hours before departing from Wuhan, he made no mention of his impending trip.  Despite the secrecy surrounding his visit, news of Trautmann's arrival in Nanjing spread rapidly within the German community. Businessman John Rabe, noted in his diary that day “I assume his return has something to do with Germany's attempt to act as a mediator”. Just before Trautmann's arrival, Chiang Kai-shek had a meeting with his closest advisers, primarily military generals. Vice Foreign Minister Xu briefed those present on the peace conditions proposed by the Japanese nearly a month prior. Many in attendance were hearing these terms for the first time and were startled to discover that Japan did not require reductions in Chinese armaments. Bai Chongxi was the first to speak “If these are the only terms, then why should there be war?” Given that the Japanese proposal seemed to allow for the continuity of the Kuomintang led Chinese nation, the generals present, including Tang Shengzhi, agreed to use it as a basis for negotiations. Later, at 5:00 pm Chiang met with Trautmann. The German diplomat said “I believe it is necessary for China to declare its willingness to discuss the Japanese terms in a conciliatory spirit.” Chiang replied, “I intend to do so, but I also expect the same from Japan.” Chiang then explained that they needed to be addressed for peace talks with Japan to proceed, explicitly stating that he would not accept Japanese control over northern China and that he was unwilling to sacrifice his recent friendship with the Soviet Union to achieve peace with Japan. Having secured Chiang's agreement to initiate talks with Japan, Trautmann promptly returned to the German embassy to report to his superiors in Berlin. He then headed back to the docks, boarding the same vessel that had brought him to Nanjing, traveling back up the dark Yangtze River. One particular concern weighed heavily on Trautmann's mind: a request from Chiang to maintain absolute secrecy regarding the upcoming Sino-Japanese negotiations. Trautmann believed that Germany should support this request. He was convinced that if news leaked about Chiang's willingness to engage with the despised Japanese, it could spell the end of his government in China, allowing the Soviets to take charge. At this time, both the Germans and Japanese feared fragmenting China further. Both wanted the Kuomintang to remain in charge and maintain the status quo as they benefitted from it greatly. Staff officer Kawabe Torashiro after a recent tour of the front lines had this to say, “To dismantle the Chiang regime would leave it in a dire situation, giving it the desperate tenacity of a cornered rat in its struggle against Japan. Whether we destroy it or not, we would ultimately contribute to a fragmented China for many years, one that would be a significant drain on the Empire's resources well into the future.” Meanwhile, the city of Changzhou fell on December 2nd, without any resistance. Private Azuma Shiro landed at Changzhou and was ordered alongside his 20th regiment to prepare an assault upon Danyang,  a walled city located about 25 miles northwest of Changzhou. The road between the two locations was nearly straight, running parallel to the railway connecting Shanghai and Nanjing, allowing the 20th Regiment to make swift progress. Upon arriving at Danyang, Azuma's platoon cautiously approached a bamboo grove concealing a Chinese position. Suddenly, a ZB vz 26 machine gun opened fire. Taking cover, the Japanese soldiers entered a nearby cemetery, where the small grave mounds offered some protection. The platoon's knee mortars responded, firing shells that silenced the machine gun. Seizing the opportunity, they launched their assault, swords raised and bayonets fixed, shouting at the top of their lungs. As they closed the distance to the bamboo grove, the machine gun sliced them down. When they finally reached the trench, they discovered it was already abandoned; the occupants had fled mere moments before. Danyang also fell on December 2, clearing one of the significant obstacles in the 16th Division's path to Jurong. Meanwhile to the south, the 9th Division was advancing from Tianwangsi towards Chunhua village, just miles from the capital, while elements of the 3rd Division were also making significant headway. At the northern end of the front, the Amaya Detachment was approaching the Yangtze port city of Zhenjiang, preparing to cross the river and sweep west along the opposite bank. As Matsui noted in his diary that day “The enemy's entire defensive line has been breached, and their morale has declined sharply. I believe there won't be much fight left in them moving forward”. Although the Shanghai Expeditionary Force had yet to launch its final assault on the capital, the soldiers were managing to advance at an impressive pace. Matsui noted in his diary on December 4th “I plan for an orderly occupation of Nanjing. Before entering the city, we must offer Chiang Kai-shek or the garrison commander the opportunity to surrender. While occupying Nanjing, I hope we can avoid unnecessary damage to the city and harm to the population.” Over in Nanjing, Henri Johan Diederick de Fremery, a Dutch officer serving as an advisor to the Chinese army, had assessed the city's fortifications prior to the war and found them lacking. He noted that coastal batteries had been installed to the north and northeast of the city, including outdated muzzle-loaders. In his report he stated  “They might serve against warship attacks, but who would think of attacking this city with warships?” Although some artillery pieces were positioned along the city wall, they were insufficient in number. Some locations were poorly constructed due to material shortages. For instance, a portion of the wall between Sun Yat-sen Gate and the Gate of Enlightenment had been reinforced with makeshift structures, concrete on the outside and a fragile network of bamboo within. It was a façade that would collapse upon the impact of the first Japanese shell. Natural obstacles like Purple Mountain to the east and the Yuhuatai hills to the south existed, but little was done to incorporate these features into the defensive network. The river, which served as a natural moat, became shallower on the eastern side, allowing for relatively easy crossing. As further noted by de Fremery “Nanking cannot be justifiably termed a heavily defended city”. Meanwhile the Chinese Army was engaged in a frantic effort to prepare for the anticipated Japanese onslaught. Engineers readied to demolish strategic bridges, and in many cases, entire villages were set ablaze, blackening the horizon with thick smoke. Heart-wrenching scenes unfolded as farmers were evicted from homes that had been in their families for generations.  By the end of the first week of winter, distant bombings echoed through the air, with explosions powerful enough to rattle windows within the city. The front lines were alarmingly close, leading to a steady influx of injured Chinese soldiers into Nanjing on foot. A pervasive sense of foreboding enveloped the city. Amidst the gloom, there lingered a belief that despite impending challenges, life would somehow continue. On the morning of December 3, a ship departed from Nanjing, loaded with treasures that represented three millennia of Chinese history. Thousands of crates filled with irreplaceable bronzes, porcelain, paintings, and other art objects were sent upriver. These invaluable items had been moved from Beijing four years earlier and stored in vaults in Nanjing. It was evident that the situation could deteriorate rapidly, leaving little time to respond. On December 5, all US citizens in Nanjing were urged to pack their essential belongings and be prepared to leave the city on short notice. The following day, a final order was issued: all American passport holders were directed to make their way to the Yangtze docks and board a river gunboat awaiting them, the USS Panay. As the Japanese Army advanced westward toward Nanjing, it left behind a horrifying trail of arson, rape, and murder. Helpless civilians who fell into the hands of the victorious soldiers endured brutal treatment that often defied comprehension. Now similar to other episodes I have done on my own channel or Pacific War Week by Week, this is a disclaimer, I am about to talk about some gut wrenching horrifying stuff. We are reaching Nanjing, and yes the infamous massacre is going to be told to the fullest. So warning, its about to get graphic. At the hamlet of Nanqiantou 38 residents were met with atrocities that would become more and more common. The Japanese Army set fire to the twelve homes that comprised the hamlet, forcing the captives to witness the destruction. When some of the residents attempted to escape and salvage their belongings, the soldiers trapped them inside, locking the doors and sealing their fate as the roofs collapsed in flames. Among the victims, two women, one of whom was pregnant, were subjected to repeated rapes. In a particularly gruesome act, the soldiers “cut open the belly of the pregnant woman and gouged out the fetus.” Amid the chaos, a 2 year old boy cried out, and a soldier seized him from his mother's arms, throwing him into the flames. The frantic mother was bayoneted and discarded into a nearby creek. The remaining captives met a similar fate, dragged to the water's edge, stabbed, and pushed into the stream. The 170 miles between Shanghai and Nanjing transformed into a nightmarish wasteland of death and destruction. For miles, the only living beings visible were the deceased. The reputation of the Japanese soldiers preceded them, leading many Chinese civilians to prefer a swift death at their own hands rather than the prospect of a slow demise at the hands of the Japanese. While passing through the town of Pinghu on their way to Nanjing, First Lieutenant Nishizawa Benkichi and his men from the 114th Division spotted two Chinese girls across a river. They appeared to be strolling hand in hand, possibly sisters. As they stepped onto a bridge, the girls began to walk towards the Japanese soldiers but suddenly stopped. Still clasping hands, they jumped into the river, disappearing into the swift current. Military efficiency was accompanied by a staggering brutality, where victories against armed opponents were often followed by the massacre of unarmed women and children. This pattern parallels the incomprehensible behavior of German soldiers on the Eastern Front, though there are significant differences. The Germans viewed themselves as a superior race compared to their Slavic adversaries, labeling them as "untermensch." In contrast, the Japanese could not deny their connections to the Chinese. Japan's historical role as a major influence on Chinese civilization was undeniable, as reflected in aspects as basic as the shared writing system. To many Japanese, their nation's relationship with China resembled that of two brothers, one younger and righteous, the other older and misguided, in need of redemption. Matsui Iwane embodied this perspective. Alongside his military duties, he held a deep interest in fostering cooperation among the peoples of Asia, who he believed remained under the yoke of Western imperialism. Since his youth, Matsui had been captivated by China, and while other ambitious officers sought postings in Western capitals like Paris or London, he applied to serve in China, remaining there for nearly a decade as part of Japan's diplomatic representation. By the 1930s, Matsui's commitment to this pan-Asian vision had gained a political dimension, leading him to become a prominent founder of the Greater Asia Association in 1933. This of course was created mostly through the work of Kanji Ishiwara. What was once a exclusive on my patreon can be found over at Echoes of War or my youtube channel, its a four part series on the life of Ishiwara and it goes into the history of how he tried to forge pan asianism, but ultimately failed against his adversaries like Hideki Tojo. Its fascinating stuff, please if you are interested check it out on youtube and comment where you came from.  This organization, though dominated by Japan, has been described as "probably the single most influential organization propagating Pan-Asianism during the 15 year war. During a visit to China in late 1935, Matsui helped establish the Chinese Greater Asia Association in the northern port city of Tianjin. For individuals like Matsui, Japan's actions on the Asian mainland were akin to liberating its peoples. They viewed the establishment of the Japanese-controlled puppet state, Manchukuo, in northeast China in 1932, as a bold experiment in nation-building, hoping the rest of China would benefit similarly. As Matsui wrote in 1933 “Next, we must also extend to the 400 million people of China the same help and deep sympathy that we provided to Manchuria, relieving them of their miserable condition of political, economic, and intellectual subjugation by various countries of the world.” The violence perpetrated by the Japanese Army stemmed from numerous variables. One was a grotesque belief they were actually liberators to what they deemed, ungrateful Chinese. The Japanese believed their presence in China was partly for the benefit of the Chinese people and felt a messianic obligation to save them. This led to frustration akin to that of a father confronting a disobedient son, compelling them to punish what they perceived as disobedience. While the rank-and-file soldiers might not have reflected deeply on these issues, such philosophies filtered down from their leaders. Of course there is a lot more to it, and sorry again for shamelessly plugging it, but on my patreon I specifically did an episode titled “why the Japanese army was so brutal” where I went through everything involved. It ran from cultural issues, to the brutal system of abuse in the military, to racism, radicalization of male youth in Japan, its a very complicated matter. Because again, most of the atrocities were committed by 20-30 year old grunts who had families back home. This was not like the traditional “I was following orders” type of situation, these were atrocities committed by the lowest ranks upwards.  The safety zone, created by Rabe and a handful of other foreigners, began to take shape in the first week of December. It was officially announced, and four committees were established to manage food, housing, finances, and sanitation. Once the plans for the zone were publicized in local newspapers, scared Chinese civilians flocked to it by the hundreds. From its inception, the zone faced numerous problems. Thousands of bags of rice and flour intended for the future residents of the zone were left unguarded and quickly looted, leading many to assume they had been stolen by military personnel. More troubling were the issues that arose when Chinese military units began digging trenches and setting up field telephones within the safety zone, putting it at heightened risk of a Japanese attack. Chinese officers assured organizers that they would vacate the area, but the delay led to growing frustration among those overseeing the zone. Until all Chinese soldiers withdrew, the organizers could not erect flags to formally designate the area as demilitarized. Although the Japanese refused to officially recognize the safety zone, they pledged to respect it.    Following the outbreak of the battle for Shanghai, the Chinese Red Cross stepped in where military medicine had faltered, establishing first-aid teams and emergency hospitals while ensuring that wounded soldiers were accommodated in existing medical facilities. In October, they opened a 3,000-bed hospital on the campus of the National Central University, staffed by 300 doctors, nurses, and 400 orderlies. By the end of October, the hospital had admitted 1,200 patients and performed over 50 operations daily, primarily amputations. However, as the Japanese forces advanced toward Nanjing, doctors and nurses were evacuated westward along the Yangtze River. The entire Red Cross hospital was dismantled, and at the American Mission Hospital, the staff, which had initially numbered nearly 200 doctors, nurses, and trained personnel, dwindled to just 11 by the onset of winter.  With medical facilities on the brink of collapse, a group of foreigners took the initiative to improve conditions, achieving small victories along the way.  Back at the front, the 10th Army continued their march to Nanjing. On the right flank, the 114th Division had marched through Liyang within hours, covering 40 miles over the next two days to reach Lishui on December 4. Behind them, the 6th Division was still lagging somewhat, struggling to catch up after making a large detour east of Lake Tai. The Kunisaki Detachment was tasked with reaching the Yangtze at Taiping, crossing the river, and heading for Pukou, directly opposite Nanjing, to cut off any retreating Chinese forces. To the left of the 6th and 114th Divisions, the 18th Division received orders on December 2 to march northwest from the Guangde area toward Nanjing. However, when intelligence reports indicated that large numbers of Chinese troops were withdrawing south toward Ningguo, trying to escape encirclement, thus the 18th Division had its mission altered. On December 4, they were instructed to change course and press straight west, aiming to trap as many Chinese soldiers as possible. The residents of Nanjing were jolted awake by the roar of airplanes shortly before 6:00 am on December 7. It was the sound of Chiang Kai-shek and Song Meiling departing the capital. Three days before his departure, Japanese forces had advanced dangerously close, and their shelling had intensified to the point that he was forced to move from his residence on Purple Mountain to a villa belonging to a famous scholar who had since passed away, located within the city walls. While organizing his departure, Chiang kept the morale of the troops and civilians trapped in Nanjing at the forefront of his mind. In his diary, Chiang noted, “Staying in Nanjing until the last moment has not only enabled us to complete military preparations, but it has also boosted the morale of soldiers and civilians alike. The evacuation of necessary material has been carried out without disorder. I cannot imagine what might have happened if I had left ten days earlier.” On one of his last nights in Nanjing, Chiang gathered all officers of major general rank and above at Tang Shengzhi's headquarters in the Railroad Ministry. With the First Lady by his side, he delivered an inspiring pep talk ahead of the impending battle, emphasizing that although the Chinese had faced temporary setbacks, they had managed to strike back at the Japanese forces, thwarting their plans for a swift victory. Additionally, he noted that China had garnered the sympathy and support of the international community. “You're being watched by the entire nation, indeed by the whole world. We cannot abandon Nanjing!” He then formally handed overall responsibility for the defense of the capital to Tang Shengzhi, urging the officers to obey him as they would obey Chiang himself. He insisted that this would not be merely a symbolic fight; a sustained defense of Nanjing could tie down Japanese forces, giving the bulk of the Chinese Army the opportunity to regroup and strengthen. He promised that three divisions, fully equipped and at peak strength, would soon arrive from the southwestern province of Yunnan. He pledged to personally lead them back to Nanjing to break the siege.  Meanwhile on the front of the Shanghai Expeditionary Force, the 16th Division had broken through Chinese lines at the crucial town of Jurong, located 30 miles east of the Nanjing city wall, and was now advancing toward the village of Tangshui. To the south, the 9th Division had reached Chunhua, another strategic town straddling the approaches to the capital. Meanwhile, to the north, soldiers from the 13th Division were crossing the Yangtze River at Zhenjiang to establish a foothold on the other side. Progress was similarly swift in the 10th Army's sector. The 114th Division had advanced all the way to Molingguan, a town less than 20 miles south of Nanjing. The 6th Division, having rushed to the front since the order to capture China's capital had been issued in early December, was expected to arrive later that day. To the south of these two divisions, the 18th Division was set to capture the city of Ningguo while continuing its push toward the Yangtze, effectively completing the encirclement of Nanjing. By December 5th, Matsui and his staff completed its transfer from Shanghai to Suzhou, they issued a general directive for the attack on Nanjing. This order outlined two possible scenarios. In the best-case outcome, the Chinese defenders would surrender and open the city gates. In that event, each Japanese division would send in one battalion to complete the pacification of the city and eliminate any remaining pockets of resistance from soldiers unwilling to capitulate. In the worst-case scenario, if the Chinese commanders disregarded Japanese offers to surrender and prepared for a prolonged defense of their capital, Japan would unleash the full force of its artillery on the city. Each division would then send in one regiment to breach the city gates and engage in a fierce battle, fighting street by street and house by house. It quickly became evident to the Japanese, the Chinese had no intention to simply hand over their capital. New York times correspondent, F Tillman Durdin witnessed action between the recently arrived 154th and 156th divisions from southern China who were quickly encircled atop a cone-shaped peak. “The Japanese set a ring of fire around the peak. The flames, consuming trees and grass, gradually crept closer and closer to the summit, forcing the Chinese upward until, huddled together, they were mercilessly machine-gunned to death.” As the Japanese troops closed in on Nanjing, the level of destruction left in the wake of the Chinese defenders became increasingly apparent. Near the capital, hardly a bridge remained intact as efforts intensified to hinder the invaders. The rush to reach Nanjing heightened rivalries within the Japanese Army. In early December, soldiers from the 16th Infantry Division traversed hilly terrain at what they believed was a vigorous pace. Suddenly, to their left, they spotted a parallel column of Japanese soldiers, quickly identifying them as members of the 9th Infantry Division's 35th Regiment. The company commander shouted “Don't let the 35th beat us to Nanjing! Get moving!”  Cities, towns, villages, and hamlets lay in the path of Japan's multifaceted advance on Nanjing. Some areas fell without much resistance, while others were fiercely defended by Chinese soldiers determined to hold their ground until the end. Chunhua, a town located roughly 15 miles southeast of Nanjing, was among the latter. The town was defended by troops from the Chinese 51st Infantry Division, who had participated in some of the toughest battles around Shanghai during the autumn months. The 51st Division found its withdrawal to Nanjing cut off by fast-moving Japanese columns. Only with the assistance of local civilians were various units able to sneak back to the capital, filtering through enemy lines. Upon arrival, the division's soldiers had hoped for a chance to cross the Yangtze for much-needed rest. Instead, Chiang Kai-shek ordered them to immediately reinforce the defenses at Chunhua. As the troops arrived in Chunhua village in early December, they were dismayed to find the pillboxes in disrepair. Some bunkers had been buried too deep to function effectively as defensive structures, while others had excessively large embrasures that offered little to no protection from enemy fire. Most frustratingly, keys to the bunkers were often missing, making entry problematic. The division worked tirelessly to improve their positions using whatever materials could be requisitioned from the area, but time was too short to bring the defenses up to the standard the commanders desired. Nonetheless, they achieved significant upgrades: three lines of defenses in front of Chunhua, centered around several pillboxes; two rows of barbed wire; and an antitank ditch to complicate any advance. Hidden machine gun nests also provided surprises for the Japanese infantry. On December 4, the Japanese vanguard, a column of about 500 soldiers from the 9th Division, was spotted, and over the next two days, the solitary company at Shuhu endured intense assaults. The Chinese dispatched an armored platoon as temporary reinforcements, marking one of the rare instances when Chinese tanks confronted Japanese infantry directly. The Chinese lost three armored vehicles, while the Japanese reported around 40 casualties among their infantry. By the afternoon of December 6, the surviving Chinese soldiers at Shuhu, numbering fewer than 30, abandoned their positions and fought their way back to Chunhua, leaving their fallen comrades behind. Advancing units of Japan's 9th Division closely followed, initially avoiding contact with the Chinese defenses to conduct reconnaissance. Based on their observations, the Japanese concluded that although the Chinese defenses appeared well-prepared, they were thinly manned. Costly fighting resulted in the Japanese gaining control over only the first of the three Chinese defense lines. Determined to capture the next two lines, they once again depended heavily on their artillery.  In several sectors along the front, soldiers of the 9th Japanese Division found themselves caught in the deadly crossfire of Chinese machine guns, creating a virtual kill zone from which there was no escape. For the Chinese defenders, the conditions were equally horrific. As recalled by the commander of the Chinese 51st division, Wang Yaowu “The shelling was incessant. Body parts were flying through the air. Some men lost legs, others arms. Brains were splattered everywhere”. The division's 301st Regiment, which bore the brunt of the battle, suffered approximately 1,500 casualties among its officers and soldiers. On the second day of the battle for Chunhua, December 7, their left flank made some gains, penetrating the area behind the village. The breakthrough, however, came in the afternoon of December 8 when an entire regiment that had been lagging behind the rest of the 9th Division arrived just in time to join the fight. This bolstered the morale of the Japanese troops and provided momentum to their attack. By the end of that day, Chunhua was firmly under Japanese control. 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. As the Japanese forces advanced, Nanjing's fate teetered on the brink. Commander Tang Shengzhi led a beleaguered defense amidst chaos, while civilians fortified the city, aware of its significance. On December 1, General Matsui officially ordered an assault on Nanjing. As Japanese troops closed in, brutality loomed on the horizon, heralding one of China's darkest chapters in its fight against oppression.