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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Katrice Miller. A nationally recognized labor relations expert and career coach. The conversation explores her journey from federal government service to corporate leadership, her insights on labor law, personal branding, and how individuals can navigate layoffs, negotiate salaries, and build resilient careers.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Katrice Miller. A nationally recognized labor relations expert and career coach. The conversation explores her journey from federal government service to corporate leadership, her insights on labor law, personal branding, and how individuals can navigate layoffs, negotiate salaries, and build resilient careers.

Zackary Canepari & Jessica Dimmock are directors of "Thoughts and Prayers", a new documentary airing on HBO this week examines the $3 billion active shooter preparedness industry and its effect on students and educators. Jessica joined Megan Lynch. 'There's a little bit of predatory and opportunistic behavior', from these companies, but Dimmock says generally they are 'trying to solve a problem that political institutions will not solve for us.' 'Educators really don't want to be put in this position,' says Dimmock of the prep drills and the possibility of having to respond to active shooters.

What really goes into putting on a show? And… how's tour number 100 different than #1 (hint: fast food). Really, being on the road is an endurance sport, and Cal Kevany has the stories to tell!From his prolific TikTok channel to a show near you, enjoy this convo with this great guitarist! Dedication and passion. Get the energy up. Make these connections. Get the energy up. Have a good idea. Healthy snacks. Good moments. It's a beautiful thing. Build off that momentum. Over and over again. Palatable package. Connecting those dots. All through something. Feel so supported. Learning a shared language together. Get connected. A good technique. Get to different heights. Catching a special wavelength. Channel that in. A block of time. It gets easier. It can be pretty deep. Like an athletic endurance sport. Additional benefits. Layers together. Be very satisfying. That routine. Back on track. Recognize the cause and effect. Loop in. Begin again. Picking spots. Get there. Feel good. Picking the moments. The right kind of vibe. In the bag. Power creative juices. Fun to make. Think about finishing things. Help propel that as well. So fun. Hear those chords. Interesting and engaging. A depth. Switch to the bridge. Music people. Uplifting each other. Organize in those blocks. Learning about the form. Tone or feeling. Keep that happening. Supporting every song. Strategies. Super excited to talk about. The song structure and chords. The reality of the logistics. Finish songs. Show that flash. Out there. Mentally good. Riding the sine wave. A series of implied probabilities or directions. Chords movements. Call and response. One day. Make decisions. Figure that out. Focuses on listening to each other. To think about. A nice blend. Super balanced. Diatonic. A mental and visual roadmap. Participation. As the player. Extensions and interesting chords. Oh definitely. ✅For 30% off your first year of DistroKid to share your music with the world click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DistroKid.com/vip/lovemusicmore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to this pod's blog on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive deeper dives on the regular

PREVIEW Anne Stevenson-Yang focuses on the decline of China's economic miracle, which was fueled by borrowing and falsehoods and is potentially headed toward japanification or worse. The idea that China was continuously rising and overtaking the United States is now largely disregarded. Although some asset investors hold hope that Asia, specifically China, will provide yield, few believe the downturn is temporary. Guest: Anne Stevenson-Yang. 1918 PEKING

Loyalty, Loss, and the Shadow of Mao. Joseph Turigian focuses on Mao's famous phrase about Xi Zhongxun, emphasizing his unwavering loyalty despite repeated suffering at the party's hands. Following the 1949 victory, Xi moved to Beijing, where his son Xi Jinping was born. Xi Zhongxun held complicated views of Mao, feeling gratitude for his survival but recognizing Mao's transformation into a disastrous dictator post-1957. The segment discusses Xi's 1962 purge, which foreshadowed the Cultural Revolution, and his subsequent imprisonment from 1967 to 1975, experiencing persecution earlier than most high-ranking comrades. Guest: Joseph Turigian. 1906

A troubling investigation in Friday’s Journal de Montréal exposes a door-to-door scam affecting homeowners across Quebec. The article reveals that a Laval-based company called Protection Isolation used fake photos of mould to scare people into signing expensive decontamination and insulation contracts. The Office de la protection du consommateur received more than 80 complaints, the company was fined nearly $30,000, and its construction licence has been revoked. Charles Tanguay is the spokesperson for Quebec’s Office of Consumer Protection, he spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: AP Photo/Paul Vernon, file

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

13th November 2025 Ajahn Bodhidhaja hosted this week's meditation session at the Roleystone Family Centre. Roleystone Meditation Group's weekly classes are about an hour in length and usually includes meditation instructions, meditating together, questions & answers and a Dhamma talk.  The sessions are led by a Buddhist monk from Kusala Hermitage in Roleystone (Buddhist Society of WA). Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

Brian Johansson, CEO of the Erie City Mission joined us Thursday to share plans for feeding Erie families for Thanksgiving, along with plans for expanding its outreach to women and children.

Monterey County begins a program focused on improving how police, public health, and legal professionals address cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). Plus, repairs to the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf are slated to begin in the next two weeks.

PREVIEW The conversation focuses on President Claudia Sheinbaum's actions against the cartels amid US pressure, following an unacceptable murder rate, including the recent killing of the ninth mayor since she became president. Sheinbaum has cooperated with Donald Trump, allowing unarmed US surveillance flights and hiring credible security official García Haruch. A major challenge is that her party, Morena, is widely believed to be complicit with the cartels, following López Obrador's failed policy of appeasement. Guest: Mary Anastasia O'Grady. 1931

Are you stuck in the January scramble, wondering what to promote while everyone else seems prepared? In this episode, we reveal why waiting until January to plan your business year is keeping you behind... and what to do about it. We share the exact 12 sheet planning method they use with multi-million dollar business owners and brand new entrepreneurs alike. This simple two hour system maps out your entire year strategically, ending the revenue rollercoaster for good. You'll discover why reactive planning keeps you stuck, how to leverage Q4 for competitive advantage, and the monthly marketing focus framework that creates consistent income. Whether you're a coach, consultant, or service provider earning $50K to $150K inconsistently, this episode will transform how you approach business planning.Key takeaways:The game changing power of starting your planning in October or NovemberWhy launching four times per year beats constant promotionHow to map your calendar anchors and quarterly launches strategicallyThe biggest planning mistakes that keep coaches overwhelmedReal framework for choosing your monthly marketing focusHow to enjoy the holidays guilt free with Q1 already plannedIf you'd like to learn how to create LinkedIn content that drives measurable results, reserve your free spot: The Expert's Edge Workshop: LinkedIn Content That Closes Deals

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Yolanda D. McElroy (aka “Dr. Yo-Yo”).

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Yolanda D. McElroy (aka “Dr. Yo-Yo”).

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Yolanda D. McElroy (aka “Dr. Yo-Yo”).

Will Smith, host of Savor, visits with Wendy Connor of Rogue Food Unites.

This week's case comes from way back in the 1400s. It's a story about a boy surrounded by extreme violence. He returned to his home in Romania to find his family brutally slaughtered. Listen to this week's episode to hear about the horrific acts of violence committed by Vlad III aka Vlad the Impaler. Sources:The German (Saxon) Pamphlets (1460s–1480s) — Printed in Nuremberg & Lübeck, these woodcut pamphlets spread the legend of Vlad's atrocities across Europe, including tales of boiling, mutilations, and the infamous “forest of the impaled.”The Russian Chronicle / “Skazanie o Drakule voevode” (late 15th century) — A Slavic narrative of Vlad's reign, sympathetic to him as a strong ruler against the Ottomans, but still full of detailed executions.Laonikos Chalkokondyles, Histories (1490s) — A Byzantine historian who described Vlad's campaigns and cruelty, especially the confrontation with Sultan Mehmed II.Ottoman chronicles (including accounts by Tursun Beg) — Recorded Vlad's wars with the empire and the shock at his use of mass impalement.Radu R. Florescu & Raymond T. McNally, Dracula: Prince of Many Faces (Little, Brown & Co., 1989) — Classic modern history blending the fact and legend of Vlad III.Elizabeth Miller, Dracula: Sense & Nonsense (Desert Island Books, 2000) — Separates Bram Stoker's fictional Count from the historical Vlad.Matei Cazacu, Dracula (Tallandier, 2004; English translation, Brill, 2017) — A comprehensive biography from a Romanian historian, with close readings of chronicles.Constantin Rezachevici, Vlad the Impaler (Dracula): Between Legend and History (Romanian Academy, 2002) — Focuses on Vlad's reign in Wallachia and his political strategies.Florin Curta, Southeastern Europe in the Middle Ages, 500–1250 (Cambridge University Press, 2006) — Broader context of Wallachia and Ottoman frontier politics.National Museum of Romanian History (Bucharest) — Exhibits on Vlad III and Wallachian history.“The Impaler Prince: Vlad III Dracula” — Smithsonian Magazine, Oct 2011.“Vlad the Impaler: The Real Dracula” — History Extra (BBC History), Oct 2020.

LONDINIUM 91 AD. Political Revenge: Comparing Modern American Vendettas to Roman Gore Gaius (John Batchelor) and Germanicus (Michael Vlahos) The conversation focuses on the nature of political revenge, prompted by the revival of Seneca's bloody revenge play Octavia. Gaius expresses astonishment that editorialists appear surprised by Mr. Trump seeking vengeance against those who attempted to jail him, noting that revenge is inherent to the Roman and American empires. Germanicus states he is only surprised that the opposing party refuses to confess to similar actions, citing historical Democratic precedents such as the Palmer raids under Wilson and successful efforts against Richard Nixon. He calls the opposition's outrage a "forked tongue expression," noting the unjustified high-security incarceration of individuals for minor offenses following the 2020 events. Gaius observes that the opposition employs false piety and melodrama—such as claiming democracy faces an existential crisis—in place of historical understanding. Germanicus argues that political bitterness and high levels of lying stem from the opposition's belief that they represent light and truth, leading to the "othering" of the enemy. This dehumanization means that lying becomes perceived as an act of virtue. The hosts conclude that while Roman political revenge sometimes involved preemptively wiping out one's own family, the current American conflict represents a comparatively mild cupcake tyranny. 1883 CATO SUICIDE

6. The Campaign Focuses on the League and Eugene Debs David Pietrusza 1920: The Year of the Six Presidents The campaign featured the Democratic ticket of Cox and Roosevelt against Harding. Though criticized for his "bloviating" speeches, Harding was a charming speaker who avoided trouble. After meeting the frail Woodrow Wilson, Cox was deeply moved and made the League of Nations the central, defining issue for the Democrats—a political miscalculation. Wilson refused to compromise on the League due to a personality flaw that made him unable to accept opposition. Other critical issues included Prohibition, debated as "wet and dry." The segment introduces Eugene Debs, the Socialist candidate, whose platform contained concepts like social security that would later become mainstream policy.

4. Logan's Vengeance and Lord Dunmore's War Professor Robert G. Parkinson, Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier This section focuses on the multiple "bewildering" conflicts on the frontier as the Revolution began. Following the Yellow Creek Massacre, Logan, the former diplomat, became an avenger, killing nearly 20 people and deliberately slaughtering children in revenge for his family's deaths. This period coincided with Lord Dunmore's War, launched by the Virginia governor to assert colonial land claims against Native Americans, especially the Shawnee. When the Native Americans sought peace, Logan delivered his famous lament through translator John Gibson (who was related by marriage to Logan's murdered sister). The lament served as Logan's announcement that his personal vengeance was satisfied, ending his period of warfare.

. Logan's Lament and the Mingo/Cresap Frontier Conflict Professor Robert G. Parkinson, Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Professor Robert G. Parkinson's book Heart of American Darkness focuses on Logan's Lament, a famous 1775 document where Mingo chief Logan laments the 1774 murder of his family by "Colonel Cresap." Parkinson notes this is a misidentification; the actual killer was not a Cresap, though the Cresap family were powerful land speculators. Logan's father, Shikellamy, was an Oneida diplomat who partnered with James Logan, William Penn's secretary, establishing the origin of the Logan name. The frontier was characterized by shifting colonial borders (e.g., Maryland/Pennsylvania disputes) and escalating conflict with indigenous people. 1954

8. Greenland's Final Days: The Mystery of Herjolfsnes and the Fifteenth-Century End Eleanor Barraclough Embers of the Hands: Hidden Histories of the Viking Age The final chapter focuses on the end of Norse settlement in Greenland, begun by Eric the Red around 985 AD. Herjolfsnes, one of the last settlements, preserved the clothes and bodies of the final generations in its graveyard, dating into the early fifteenth century. The garments were patched, coarse woolen pieces reflecting the declining status and isolation caused partly by climate change. One woman's dress tore when she was buried—a poignant detail. The Norse interacted with the Inuit, who may have carved figures depicting Norse dress. The final reports include a man burned for seducing a married woman through witchcraft in 1407 and a wedding in 1408. The ultimate fate of the last few inhabitants remains an unsolved mystery. 1949

Penn State returns to game action after its bye week with a visit to unbeaten Big Ten powerhouse Ohio State. Fresh out of a Monday press conference with Nittany Lions interim coach Terry Smith, we review key storylines across the field. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Camp Chaos, Kyndra and Taylor sit down with Lyndi Kennedy — a mother, widow, and domestic violence survivor who has lived through the unthinkable. From years of abuse, blackmail, and death threats to facing the release of her abuser due to an overcrowded jail, Lyndi's story exposes the harsh reality of a system that too often fails women and children. In this raw and emotional conversation, she shares what it took to survive, heal, and rebuild — not just for herself, but for her children. Lyndi opens up about the red flags she missed, the moment she decided to fight back, and how she turned her pain into purpose by becoming an advocate for domestic violence survivors everywhere. This episode is not just about trauma — it's about truth, strength, and the power of speaking out. (Trigger warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, suicide, and trauma. Please listen at your own pace.)

1. Childhood Trauma and Theatrical Beginnings Scott Eyman Charlie Chaplin versus America: When Art, Sex, and Politics Collided The discussion focuses on Chaplin's traumatic Victorian childhood, particularly the haunting memory of receiving only an orange for Christmas at the Lambeth Workhouse. His father died of alcoholism, and his mother struggled with mental illness. Chaplin's brother, Sydney, took charge of young Charlie and eventually secured him a job with the famous Fred Carno comedy company, launching Chaplin's theatrical career. 1915

3. Personal Preparedness, Home Safety Design, and Decision-Making During Fire Events. This section focuses on personal preparedness, home safety design, and decision-making during fire events. The highly settled coastal areas of Australia face significant fire risk. The author emphasizes that living safely in fire-prone areas requires constant effort and planning. Houses need to be designed to mitigate risk; for example, homes built on concrete slabs or those with sealed-off underfloor spaces are safer than houses on stumps, as embers can easily get under the house and start a fire. The biggest risk to houses is mostly ember attack. During a serious fire, embers can fall "like red rain." To protect against ground fires, a cleared management zone—ideally 100 meters in rural areas—is recommended around the house. On high fire-risk days, known as Fire Ban Days (which are increasing in frequency), the official policy is to leave early. Staying and defending the home is a major decision that requires thorough preparation. Leaving late is a very dangerous strategy. Wind is a major factor, with hot and dry northerly winds posing a significant danger. Furthermore, large fires can generate their own weather and worsen the wind. Wind changes are particularly risky, as they can suddenly turn a long, thin trail of fire into a massive fire front. In the worst-case scenario—being caught in a car—the advice is to stay in the car, turn off the air conditioner, close windows tightly, keep the engine running, and use a woolen blanket to shield against heat. The primary killer in fires is often radiant heat, not the flames themselves. The woolen blanket acts as a thermal shield. It is also crucial to carry water for drinking to reduce dehydration. 1907 ADELAIDE

Pennsylvania Aims to Be AI Capital with US-Made Non-Lithium Batteries. Salena Zito reports on Governor Shapiro's plan to establish Pennsylvania as the AI and data center capital, capitalizing on its energy resources and university system. She focuses on EOS, a Turtle Creek company making non-lithium batteries that are 97% US-made, countering reliance on Chinese lithium. AI data centers require high energy reliability, favoring coal and natural gas infrastructure. Governor Shapiro supports this buildout, including a $22 million grant for EOS. 1910 ERIE PA

McNamara's Path to Power: Statistical Control at Harvard Following Pearl Harbor William Taubman, Amherst College, with John Batchelor The discussion with Professor William Taubman focuses on Robert McNamara, a brilliant student his whole life who was famously known for his roles as Defense Secretary and World Bank leader, and later for apologizing for Vietnam War mistakes. The conversation traces the moment McNamara moved from being a young professor at Harvard Business School to making decisions for the U.S. Air Force. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, McNamara, wanting very much to participate in the war, rushed to discuss the conflict with his neighbors. The war came to him when Tex Thornton, who was at the Pentagon, arrived from Washington to establish a school at Harvard where officers would learn statistical control. McNamara was one of the first Harvard instructors to agree to teach the new curriculum. Thornton quickly realized that McNamara was the "pick of the litter at Harvard" and the ideal person to fit his mission of attracting brilliant Harvard professors to teach statistical control to American officers, thus beginning McNamara's influential career.

6. The Dictatorial Power of Putin and the Unification of Ukraine Post-2014. Serhii Plokhy (Professor of Ukrainian History at Harvard University) focuses on the unilateral nature of decision-making in the Kremlin regarding the 2014 invasion. The decision to annex Crimea and fragment Ukraine was made by Vladimir Putin and his security chiefs during an all-night meeting on February 23–24, 2014. This process confirmed that Russia operates as a dictatorship, transitioning from the hope of Russian democracy under Yeltsin to the current reality where Putin's power is rooted in the super-presidential constitution established in 1993. Putin initially gained public support through brutality in Chechnya. While Ukraine was traditionally viewed as split between Eastern and Western orientations, Russia actively exploited these linguistic, cultural, and religious divisions in 2014 to justify the takeover of Crimea and the initiation of hybrid warfare in Donbas. Crucially, the professor emphasizes that the shock of the 2014 conflict had the opposite effect desired by Moscow: it unified Ukrainian society far more than it had ever been before. Moscow's biggest error in planning the 2022 invasion was proceeding under the assumption that Ukraine was still the divided country it had been in 2014.

8. The West's 2014 Appeasement: The Failure to Respond to Crimean Annexation. Serhii Plokhy (Professor of Ukrainian History at Harvard University) focuses on the annexation of Crimea in 2014 via "brute force" and the Western response. Professor Plokhy suggests that if NATO's reaction to Crimea had been commensurate with its response to the 2022 invasion, the current large-scale war might have been avoided. Instead, the West treated the annexation as an exception, comparing it to the 1930s Anschluss of Austria, believing Putin would cease aggression after securing the Russian-majority region. This thinking was a mistake; for example, Germany continued pursuing Nord Stream 2, based on the failed premise that economic ties guaranteed peace. NATO's overall policy was designed to pacify Russia and avoid placing military units near its borders, resulting in NATO having "very little to respond with" when the annexation occurred. Russia quickly moved beyond Crimea, concocting uprisings in Donbas, leading to a massive Russian counterattack against Ukrainian forces in the summer of 2014. This led to the Minsk II agreements, which NATO backed. However, Russia exploited Minsk II by insisting on holding elections first under its military control—a plan intended to insert a "Trojan horse" into Ukraine's political body to destabilize it and block its Euro-Atlantic integration. This resembled the policies of appeasement seen in the 1930s. 1855 BRITISH ARMY CRIMEA

Cockatoos Wreak Havoc: Avian Vandals Attack Roofing Bolts Jeremy Zakis The discussion focuses on the intense destructive power of cockatoos in New South Wales, described as "gang members" who work in packs. Jeremy Zakis reports that eight to ten cockatoos had been actively targeting his neighbor's steel roof, successfully wrenching out two-inch-long galvanized steel roofing bolts. Jeremy notes the creatures are incredibly strong, with beaks capable of damaging the steel. In a particularly surprising act of "villainy," one cockatoo flew a removed bolt across the property line and dropped it onto Jeremy's driveway. The hosts speculate that this act could be a deliberate warning that Jeremy's house is next. These birds are clearly the disruptive outliers in the local happy bird world. DARWIN'S  FUNERAL

Hostage Situation and Political Realities in Gaza Ceasefire. Cliff May explains how the Gaza ceasefire focuses on the return of hostages, with 19 (including two Americans) still unaccounted for. Hamas is suspected of withholding hostages to retain bargaining power and resist relinquishing political control in phase two of the peace plan. Rhetoric about regional forces disarming Hamas is dismissed. May notes that in the Middle East, there are only permanent battles, viewing the current truce as a hudna, allowing jihadists to regroup and rearm. 1950 BEERSHEBA

Send us a textCaleb David shares his unique journey from nonprofit humanitarian work to commercial real estate, revealing how his people-first approach has shaped his success despite market challenges. His background in international aid work provides a refreshing perspective on property transactions, emphasizing relationship-building, authenticity, and community service over quick profits.• Half East Indian, half American background with significant childhood time in India• Led nonprofit Table Initiative taking people overseas to understand social issues firsthand• Made nearly 30 trips to Ethiopia working with anti-trafficking organizations• Transitioned to commercial real estate after nonprofit burnout about 11 years ago• Focuses on education and setting small businesses up for long-term success• Starts with understanding client goals before working backward to find solutions• Emphasizes the importance of broker-client moral alignment and ethical practices• Advocates for supporting minority businesses, particularly in the Hispanic community• Currently building a team at Keller Williams Commercial in Colorado Springs• Values authenticity as his guiding principle in business and personal lifeFollow Caleb on Instagram and Facebook @CalebDavid or visit davidcommercial.com. Check out his podcast "Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered" on all major platforms. Support the showThanks again for listening. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a FIVE-STAR review.Head to Dwanderful right now to claim your free real estate investing kit. And follow:http://www.Dwanderful.comhttp://www.facebook.com/Dwanderfulhttp://www.Instagram.com/Dwanderful http://www.youtube.com/DwanderfulRealEstateInvestingChannelMake it a Dwanderful Day!

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Erica Gwyn.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Erica Gwyn.

2. Evaluating Resources and Focusing on Personnel AUTHOR NAME: Admiral James Stavridis, United States Navy (Retired) BOOK TITLE: To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and the Crucible of Decision The discussion focuses on evaluating resources and considering people. David Farragut, known for "damn the torpedoes full speed ahead," was careful, effectively merging resources and utilizing new naval technologies like ironclads at Mobile Bay. Captain Lloyd Bucher of the USS Pueblo had "no way out" but destroyed material and saved his crew by surrendering. Captain Brett Crozier suffered career consequences for focusing on his crew during the COVID-19 crisis. 1939 REUBEN JAMES 

2. The Pigeon: The Great Communicator and War Hero AUTHOR: Stephen Moss BOOK TITLE: 10 Birds That Changed the World This excerpt focuses on the Pigeon, describing it as the "great communicator" due to its extraordinary ability to always go home, a skill enhanced through breeding. Pigeons proved crucial in wartime for fast, secure communication; during D-Day, they were released to confirm successful landings while maintaining radio silence. A WWI pigeon, Cher Ami, saved a New York battalion from friendly fire. The segment also notes that peregrine falcons, which prey on pigeons, were targeted by British soldiers during WWII, contributing to their later endangerment.

4. The Dodo: Icon of Extinction and Conservation Inspiration AUTHOR: Stephen Moss BOOK TITLE: 10 Birds That Changed the World This section focuses on the Dodo, which became the icon of extinction. It went extinct on Mauritius within about 80 years after European sailors arrived (c. 1597), introducing ground predators (dogs, rats, cats, monkeys) that ate the flightless bird's eggs and chicks. Since the idea of extinction was incomprehensible to 17th-century society, few specimens were preserved. The dodo's fate has since inspired conservation successes, such as Carl Jones saving the Mauritius Kestreland Pink Pigeon using methods like double clutching.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Erica Gwyn.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Erica Gwyn.

PREVIEW: Historic Election of Takaichi Sanae as LDP Leader and Presumed Next Prime Minister of JapanGuest: Scott Harold John Batchelor's conversation with Scott Harold focuses on the newly elected head of the LDP (Liberal Democratic Party) in Japan, Takaichi Sanae, who is presumed to be the next prime minister. Ms. Takaichi's political background is that of a conservative LDP member and an acolyte of the late Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo. Her victory was attributed to two main factors. First, she was the most conservative candidate at a time when the LDP was worried about losing conservative votes to another party that sought to emulate parts of the MAGA ideology. The party viewed her as the best candidate to retrieve those votes. Second, while her competitor was the younger, more liberal son of a former prime minister, LDP voters and legislative members were ultimately "more comfortable voting for an older conservative woman." Additionally, a major scandal involving derogatory remarks posted by her competitor's supporters helped drive down his support late in the race. This is a historic election as Ms. Takaichi will be the first female Japanese prime minister. She has described herself as an emulator of Margaret Thatcher and emphasizes boosting the Japanese economy with substantial spending, including on defense, to enhance the US-Japan alliance.

PREVIEW: Possible False Flag Operation Against US Embassy in Caracas Guests: Alejandro Piña Esclusá and Ernesto Araújo The conversation between John Batchelor, Alejandro Piña Esclusá, and Ernesto Araújo focuses on the urgent situation in Caracas, particularly a possible attempt on the American embassy allegedly being planned by the Maduro regime. Alejandro Piña Esclusá brought information indicating that Maduro intends to stage the event, making it appear as if he is rescuing the embassy from "interlopers" or "invaders." Ernesto Araújo warned that this planned action is "very serious" and demonstrates Maduro's intent to increase his negotiating capital with the US and Donald Trump. The strategy involves having the embassy invaded, denying responsibility by claiming it is a false flag, and then using the embassy's return as a bargaining chip. Maduro would use this element to negotiate conditions, possibly demanding that the US "leave me in power" or "leave me in power under such and such conditions." This desperate move is being pursued because Maduro currently "doesn't have much in terms of bargaining chips anymore," leading him to look for one last element to introduce into negotiations.

PREVIEW: ERIC JAY DOLIN'S LEFT FOR DEAD  D'Aranda's Treachery and the Semi-piracy of the Prize System Guest: Eric Jay Dolin The book focuses on the greed involved in the prize system during a minor 1812 incident in the Falkland Islands. Lieutenant D'Aranda of HMS Nancy arrived intending to be a hero by rescuing castaways. However, D'Aranda immediately ripped up the Americans' humanitarian deal, viewing the situation as an opportunity for personal financial gain. He claimed the American ship Nanina as a prize and the Americans as prisoners of war, highlighting how many interpreted the prize system as "semi-piracy." The British castaways did not oppose D'Aranda's decision. D'Aranda completed his villainous act by abandoning Charles Barnard and his party who were hunting ashore to secure necessary food provisions.

HEADLINE: Knuckle Walkers and the Discovery of Color in Cretaceous Dinosaurs BOOK TITLE: Other Lands, a journey through Earth's extinct worlds GUEST AUTHOR NAME: Thomas Halliday 200-WORD SUMMARY: This section focuses on the Cretaceous period, 125 million years ago, exploring the heyday of non-avian dinosaurs. Herbivores, such as the 17-meter-long titanosaurs, are described as "knuckle walkers" because they lost their finger bones and supported their immense weight on modified hand bones. The forests at this time were primarily composed of conifers, ginkos, and ferns, as flowering plants were only just beginning to emerge. The site of Liaoning, China, provides extraordinary preservation, allowing scientists to determine dinosaur coloration. By examining melanosomes (pigment packets) preserved at a subcellular level, researchers identified patterns, such as the black bandit stripe on Sinosauropteryx. Furthermore, the counter shading found on Psittacosaurus suggests it lived in a forested ecosystem. Defense mechanisms, similar to those seen in modern ecology, were also present. For instance, lace wings (Grammalysa) possessed eye spots on their wings, likely intended to mimic the eyes of a predator, most plausibly a small theropod dinosaur, thus providing a glimpse into Cretaceous signaling and ecology.