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Monday 16th June 2025 This episode is dedicated to the great Todd ‘the tractor' Ingraham. Todd was a trailblazer and a weapon in the WA running world, holding state titles from the 1500m all the way to the full marathon, and even a sneaky 2000m steeplechase. Todd loved to race and loved to win, Todd's superpower was his grit, determination and out hurting his competitors.  Todd sadly lost his battle to Motor Neuron Disease last week. His stories, mantras and his legacy will live on in the WA running community. Rest in Peace Papa T.  This week we cover the 2025 Wadjemup Rottnest Running Festival with Kate Baker and Max Davidson taking out the inaugural Todd Ingraham Trophy, and results from the PTS winter series Eagle and Child.  In this week's interview, we talk to Dr Shaphan Cox and Peter Hallahan from Curtin University, who look to explore our running habits and our sense of ‘place' using the power of Strava. Jorge Madeira, Tom Zawalnyski's coconuts at the 2025 Samoa Marathon, see through half tights at Rotto and Chemie Banger feature in this week's weapons of WARP.    Participate in Shaphan and Peter's research via: https://www.geography.run  Strava "Runners, space, and place research project" https://www.strava.com/clubs/1252688  Jographies Blog - Why Geographers study running: Jographies – geographical perspectives on running    Reach out and connect! Instagram: @warunningpod Email: warunningpodcast@gmail.com  Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/WARP

The Borax & Chemical Corporation presents...This is Keith Paesel COMEDY (CC) Adam and Keith bop to some Ricky Martin, before getting the Ingraham angle of the world. Why do Jesse Wootters and Karoline Leavitt have sweaty philtrum's all the time? Plus we watch Game 1 of the NBA finals and talk the first NBA finals that we remember for TV history. Watch the show LIVE at https://www.keithpaesel.com/live Subscribe on your favorite podcast app https://www.keithpaesel.com/feeds Follow Keith and Adam on social media https://www.tiktok.com/@thisiskeithpaesel https://www.instagram.com/keithpaesel https://www.bsky.app/profile/keithpaesel.com https://www.facebook.com/keith.paesel.5 https://www.facebook.com/adam.kroshus Join the discord to Chat and have fun between shows https://discord.gg/j5xq9fqpNk

Welcome, Garry and Melissa Ingraham, from the Love and Truth Network, back on the podcast for the whole month of June! In part 1, Matthew and Anthony discuss with Garry and Melissa about their testimonies, why they started the Love and Truth Network, and the real truth behind pride month. Tune in to hear how God is using their stories to help others come out of the LGBTQ lifestyle and find their true identity in Jesus.

Matthew and Anthony have another powerful episode from their time at NRB in February! This week, they're excited to have Garry Ingraham, from the Love and Truth Network, back on the podcast! Garry and his wife Melissa started the Love and Truth Network because they both ended up in the LGBTQ lifestyle, got delivered, and now they're exposing the pride movement by helping others discover their true identity in Jesus. During this episode, Garry goes in-depth about the church's role in the culture, the need for true discipleship, biblical parenting, and so much more. Tune in to hear what the bible has to say about love.

I had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Dr. Keri Ingraham to The Sam Sorbo Show—a true powerhouse in the fight to reclaim education and restore parental authority. From the White House to the classroom, her work is shaking the system at its core. This conversation lit a fire in me, and I think it will in you, too. You don't want to miss this.-----------------------------------------------------Unlock exclusive discounts, discover where to purchase my books, explore my homeschool and curriculum recommendations, and so much more—all in one place! Click the link to take advantage of these incredible resources. Don't miss out—start exploring today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/samsorbo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you to my sponsor The Herzog Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://herzogfoundation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

I had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Dr. Keri Ingraham to The Sam Sorbo Show—a true powerhouse in the fight to reclaim education and restore parental authority. From the White House to the classroom, her work is shaking the system at its core. This conversation lit a fire in me, and I think it will in you, too. You don't want to miss this.-----------------------------------------------------Unlock exclusive discounts, discover where to purchase my books, explore my homeschool and curriculum recommendations, and so much more—all in one place! Click the link to take advantage of these incredible resources. Don't miss out—start exploring today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/samsorbo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you to my sponsor The Herzog Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://herzogfoundation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- Susan Crabtree—RealClearPolitics National Political Correspondent & Author of the book, “Fools Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us All”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss FBI Director Kash Patel and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino revealing that there is no evidence suggesting a larger conspiracy surrounding the assassination attempt against Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. But why are there still so many unanswered questions? 5:40pm- Brand Manager Greg Stocker joins the show, John Cena's apology to China was so awkward and hilarious that we must play it again—four-years later, and how do you pronounce “Ingraham”?

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (05/21/2025): 3:05pm- Jake Tapper's new book, “Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again,” which is critical of the Biden Administration for covering up the president's physical and cognitive decline is due to be released later this week. While Tapper is now reporting on internal stories about Biden's health decline, why did he ignore the story prior to Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election? Notably, during an interview with Lara Trump, Tapper vociferously denied Joe Biden was experiencing any sort of cognitive decline and suggested that people were merely picking on the then-president for suffering from a life-long stutter. 3:30pm- Tom Homan—Trump Administration Border Czar—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss how the Big Beautiful Bill Act will benefit border security and fulfill President Donald Trump's campaign pledge to stifle illegal border crossings. He explains: “We have the most secure border in the most history of the country, but we need to finish it. We need to make it permanent!” 4:05pm- On Wednesday, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa joined President Donald Trump in the Oval Office. During the meeting, Trump confronted Ramaphosa with video clips and news articles documenting instances of genocide against white South African farmers. Ramaphosa denied the allegations, but Trump continued to pushback with evidence: "You do allow them to take land. And then when they take the land, they kill the white farmer—and when they kill the white farmer, nothing happens to them." 4:15pm- In response to the Oval Office confrontation between President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, many media outlets ignored Trump's claims of an unfolding genocide—with CNN even accusing Trump of “ambushing” the South African president. 4:40pm- On Wednesday, President Donald Trump welcomed the NCAA Men's Basketball Champion Florida Gators to the White House. 4:50pm- While appearing on CNN, “Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again” co-author Alex Thompson discussed a particularly disturbing report documented in his new book. Thompson explained that the 2024 Biden campaign spent millions of dollars on producing a fake town hall—but then couldn't use the content because Joe Biden's performance was so poor. 5:05pm- Susan Crabtree—RealClearPolitics National Political Correspondent & Author of the book, “Fools Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us All”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss FBI Director Kash Patel and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino revealing that there is no evidence suggesting a larger conspiracy surrounding the assassination attempt against Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. But why are there still so many unanswered questions? 5:40pm- Brand Manager Greg Stocker joins the show, John Cena's apology to China was so awkward and hilarious that we must play it again—four-years later, and how do you pronounce “Ingraham”? 6:05pm- Rich is joined in studio by… Nick Kayal, Dawn Stensland, and Greg Stocker! Don't they have a show to do in 12-hours? 6:10pm- Democrat political strategist James Carville baselessly claimed that Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey Alina Habba only charged Rep. LaMonica McIver with assault of an ICE agent outside of Delaney Hall in Newark, NJ because of her skin color. Carville argued: “I don't have any proof…but I think if it was a white congressperson, they would not have arrested her.” 6:15pm- Now Dom Giordano is in studio! What did he think of last night's NJ Republican Gubernatorial Primary? And will the One Big Beautiful Bill Act be passed? Plus is it sauce or gravy? 6:30pm- During a Wednesday Senate hearing, Secretary of State Marco Rubio destroyed progressive Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal during a debate over the revocation ...

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas connects the dots on the devious and horrifying past of Fox Host Laura Ingraham and Meiselas traces its connections to Ingraham's current role as a regime mouthpiece and Meiselas interviews legendary Media Matters fellow Matthew Gertz who reveals his proprietary study on Fox shilling for the Trump regime. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

On Friday's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Chris Egan, KING 5, who is filling in for Jim Moore, because he's picking his boys from college.  Puck also welcomes “The Scout”, his weekly visit with anonymous baseball scout who currently works for a major league team.  Puck and Egan open the show talking about the tragedy that touched the Umpqua Community College softball team that Puck and Canzano talked about a few weeks ago.  Egan started off his television career in southern Oregon and wanted to pay his respects.  They also touched in on the amazing start for the Mariners, plus, Grey Zabel getting Steve Hutchinson's number 76 and Egan details two incredible stories that will air next week on KING 5 involving one of the states top baseball players and a story about courage, perseverance, addiction and triumph involving a Edmonds Community College softball player. It's truly an unbelievable story that will inspire you.  Puck welcomes “The Scout” his weekly chat with an anonymous MLB scout.  They try and make sense of the offensive start for the Mariners, the play of Jorge Polanco, his thoughts on Samad Taylor, Tyler Locklear, Jonny Farmelo, health of Bryce Miller, Logan Evans rise and the dominance of Andres Munoz. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”  (1:00) Puck and Egan (41:58) “The Scout” (1:01:42) Puck shouts out the Ingraham baseball program and former O'Dea hoops star Mitch Johnson, who's taking over the San Antonio Spurs (1:11:06) “Hey, What the Puck!?”  Select coaches telling parents and kids they love “multi-sport” kids, but the make them choose their sport are the worst 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, April 18, 2025  Plan a spring hike in Almost Heaven--WV Tourism suggests a few trails you might want to check out…the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center offers hands-on training to help you get started on your manufacturing career…and the newly formed Appalachian Outlaw Trails promote ATV tourism in the Upper Kanawha Valley…on today's daily304.   #1 – From WV TOURISM – You might have heard about the stunning views in West Virginia, but you really have to be here to believe it. From scenic cliffside views to trails stretching deep into the serene forests, Almost Heaven makes every step worth the journey. Make spring your new favorite season and explore some amazing hiking trails, like the Seneca Rocks Trail in the Spruce Knob – Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area that features beautiful views of the Potomac River. For an easier hike there's the Cranberry Bog Boardwalk near Hillsboro, which takes you through a unique ecosystem and in April and May reveals colorful wildflowers. Visit wvtourism.com or wvstateparks.com to find more amazing hikes for all levels of ability. Read more: https://wvtourism.com/6-must-try-hiking-trails-in-west-virginia/   #2 – From MAMC – Interested in starting or advancing a career in manufacturing? Do you need to train company employees? The Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center has been helping develop West Virginia's workforce for more than three decades and has the training and course options to meet any need. Career Skills feature formal hands-on training opportunities in machining and welding. The technical skills students learn from hands-on training at the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (formerly RCBI) make it possible for them to enter a shop floor setting and begin work immediately.  MAMC also offers free CNC (computer-numerical-control) bootcamps for individuals of all skill levels – or no experience at all. Receive free online instruction and hands-on, in-person training in the operation of computerized mills and lathes at the Center's Advanced Manufacturing Technology facilities in either Huntington or South Charleston.  Learn more: https://www.mfg.marshall.edu/education-training/   #3 – From GAZETTE-MAIL – Like many residents of the Upper Kanawha Valley, Chris Inghram and Eric Larch grew up riding off-road vehicles on the property across from Riverside High School. Most of the land was privately owned by coal companies, however, and as ridership increased during the pandemic, they began gating off the property. Ingraham and Larch then decided to go the legal route to ensure that ATVers had a place to ride, and that's how the idea of Appalachian Outlaw Trails began. Through AOT, the two men hope to preserve trail access sustainably and boost the economy of the Upper Kanawha Valley through tourism. The first phase, slated to open in 2026, will have 50 to 75 miles of trails, a welcome center, a 10-mile racecourse for events and campsites for primitive and RV camping. Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/news/kanawha_valley/lifetime-trespassers-locals-hope-to-bring-off-road-tourism-to-ukv-next-year/article_2c64a8c8-841d-4450-a31f-9b228fa79fa9.html   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

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Description: Co-hosts Ryan Piansky, a graduate student and patient advocate living with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and eosinophilic asthma, and Holly Knotowicz, a speech-language pathologist living with EoE who serves on APFED's Health Sciences Advisory Council, interview Jason Ingraham, an adult living with eosinophilic fasciitis (EF), and Dr. Catherine Sims, a rheumatologist at Duke University and a Health Services Research Fellow at the Durham Veterans' Affairs Hospital. They discuss Jason's experiences living with EF and Dr. Sims's experience treating EF. They share Jason's journey to diagnosis and the importance of working with a group of specialists. They share tips on medication and physical therapy, how to communicate with your medical team, and manage your activity and mindset. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is designed to support, not replace the relationship that exists between listeners and their healthcare providers. Opinions, information, and recommendations shared in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice. Decisions related to medical care should be made with your healthcare provider. Opinions and views of guests and co-hosts are their own.   Key Takeaways: [:50] Ryan Piansky introduces the episode, brought to you thanks to the support of Education Partners Bristol Myers Squibb, GSK, Sanofi, and Regeneron, and co-host, Holly Knotowicz.   [1:14] Holly introduces today's topic, eosinophilic fasciitis, with guests, Jason Ingraham and Dr. Catherine Sims.   [1:25] Jason is an adult living with eosinophilic fasciitis (EF). Dr. Sims is a rheumatologist at Duke University and a Health Services Research Fellow at the Durham Veterans' Affairs Hospital.   [1:52] Dr. Sims explains what EF is. Patients may present with symptoms of large plaques on their skin, edema of arms and legs, Raynaud's Phenomenon, contractures of arms or legs, limited mobility, or loss of the ability to do tasks they used to do.   [2:42] EF, as with most eosinophilic disorders, doesn't follow the textbook. Some people will present with one symptom and some with multiple symptoms. There is a disconnect between how we diagnose conditions like EF and how patients present.   [3:01] There are major and minor criteria for the diagnosis. As in Jason's case, it takes time for the symptoms to present. Things develop over time. It took multiple specialists to diagnose Jason.   [3:38] Eosinophilic conditions are incredibly different from each other. When Dr. Sims sees a patient with high eosinophils, she thinks of three major buckets: infection, autoimmune diseases, and cancer.   [4:12] Patients will often see many different specialists. In Jason's case, they had done a skin biopsy that wasn't as helpful as they hoped. That led him to get a deep muscle biopsy to collect the lining of the muscle.   [4:47] Fasciitis is the inflammation of the muscle lining or fascia. A sample of the fascia can demonstrate under the microscope if there is a thickening, swelling, or inflammation of the lining of the muscle.   [5:24] Dr. Sims as a rheumatologist treats a number of rare diseases. Eosinophilic fasciitis is an ultra-rare disease.    [5:43] Jason had a local primary care doctor and a rheumatologist who both did a really good job and referred him to Dr. Sims. She had the benefit of their hard work to guide her next steps. Because EF is so rare, she has pitched Jason's case twice in rheumatology grand rounds sessions.   [6:18] During one of these sessions, Dr. Sims was advised to get the fascial biopsy that ultimately led to the diagnosis. She benefited from the intelligence and input of dozens of doctors.   [6:59] In the Fall of 2022, while hiking on vacation with his wife, Jason was extremely fatigued, and his forearms and lower legs swelled. His socks left deep impressions. It was difficult to reach his feet to put socks on. He spent a lot of time uncharacteristically resting.   [8:09] Jason's primary care doctor ran lots of blood tests. He thought it might be a tick bite. Jason started seeing specialists, having tests and hospital visits.   [8:57] Jason worked with a rheumatologist in Wilmington, an infectious disease doctor, and a hematologist/oncologist who reached out to a Duke expert. He also saw a pulmonologist and a dermatologist. He got the referral to Dr. Sims for March of 2023.   [9:57] The first diagnosis Jason received was after his first hospital stay in January of 2023, when he had bone marrow biopsies, CT scans, ultrasound, and other tests. He was deemed to have idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome (IHES).   [10:30] It was only a few weeks before his local rheumatologist said his panels were back and one tipped it from an IHES diagnosis to eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA). He joined the Vasculitis Foundation and researched EGPA.   [11:03] Dr. Sims told Jason that EGPA was a working diagnosis but he didn't check all the boxes. There was the underlying thought that maybe it was something else. He had a second flare when he came off of prednisone in June of 2023.   [11:48] Dr. Sims scheduled Jason for a muscle biopsy while he was off steroids. That's how he got the diagnosis of eosinophilic fasciitis (EF). Jason says the disorder is hard for him to pronounce and he can barely spell the words.   [12:52] Jason's wife Michelle encouraged Jason to track his symptoms and medications and keep track of data. Going from specialist to specialist, the first thing he did was give the history.   [13:31] Jason found it helpful to create a spreadsheet of data with blood test results, meds, how he was feeling each day, his weight, and even notes about when he had difficulty putting his socks on. Jason is an advocate of owning your continuity of care as you see different doctors.   [14:42] Jason says the doctors at Duke talk very well between themselves.   [14:49] Jason likes to look back at that spreadsheet and see how far he's come, looking at the dosage he was on during and after flares and the dosage he's on now, or zero, on some of the medications. That's a little bit of a victory.   [15:16] Holly works at a private hospital without Epic or CareEverywhere so she gives physical notes to her patients to give to their doctors. She comments that a great PCP, like the one Jason had, can make all the difference in the world.   [16:18] Jason's PCP, Dr. Cosgrove, referred Jason to Duke for a second opinion. That was where he met Dr. Sims. He's glad to have both Dr. Sims and his PCP accessible.   [17:35] Jason says the number of questions you have with this type of thing is immense. When you look up EF, you find very little and the literature isn't easily digestible by patients. Being able to reach out to your doctors for a quick question is super helpful. [17:56] Jason has been able to do telehealth follow-ups and not always have to travel or take off work, which has been extremely helpful. He has been at Duke a good handful of times for various things but remote follow-ups are helpful.   [18:52] Dr. Sims says people just don't know about EF as it is an ultra-rare diagnosis. Even physicians don't understand what causes it. It's lumped in with all other eosinophilic conditions but these disorders don't all present the same way.   [19:19] EoE doesn't look like EF, even though they're both driven by the same immune cells. Dr. Sims says the first need is educating providers and patients on what the diagnosis is; awareness in general when a patient is having this swelling of extremities.   [19:44] Dr. Sims says at his baseline, Jason is very active with multi-mile hikes. When Dr. Sims met him, he was off from the baseline of what he was able to do. Being aware of your baseline and changes from that is very informative for doctors.   [20:07] Dr. Sims talks about the patient being a liaison between multiple specialists. Bringing data to your subspecialist always helps facilitate care and come up with a bigger picture of what's happening.   [20:23] Jason first went to Dr. Sims with the diagnosis of EGPA. She said, let's treat the EGPA and see what happens but they kept an open mind. With ultra-rare diseases, sometimes it's difficult for patients not to have a label for their condition.   [20:45] Dr. Sims explains to her patients that sometimes we live in the discomfort of not having a label. She keeps an open mind and doesn't limit herself to just one diagnosis. She seeks feedback from providers who have seen this before and know what works.   [21:07] Just as Jason described, you will go through multiple diagnoses. Is this cancer? Is it a parasitic infection? Where did you travel? You will see many subspecialists. It's extremely anxiety-provoking.   [21:31] When Dr. Sims did her grand rounds, she gave a third of the presentation, and the other two thirds were presented by an infectious disease doctor and a hematologist. In these cases, you need more than one subspecialist to complete the workup.   [22:10] Dr. Sims says there are a lot of misconceptions that the patient will get the diagnosis right away and the right therapy and get better. There are multiple therapies, not just medications. There are lifestyle and work modifications; it's a gradual process.   [22:22] One of Dr. Sims's goals for Jason and Michelle is to get back to doing the things that they enjoy, tennis and hiking. That's a measurement of the quality of life that a patient has.   [22:34] Talking to your doctors about how you're feeling and how you're functioning is huge. It may be that this is your new normal, but it may also be that we can make adjustments to maximize your quality of life.   [23:00] There are misconceptions about the journey of diagnosis and treatment. Have a close relationship with your subspecialist. PCPs have a high burden of expectations. As a rheumatologist who treats rare diseases, it's helpful to take on a part of that burden.   [22:31] If you don't have good communication with your providers and they aren't listening to you, you can always go get another opinion. The provider relationship is life-long.   [23:43] It's important for your provider to take what's important to you into consideration when they make treatment decisions.   [25:00] As a rheumatologist, steroids are a first-line therapy for Dr. Sims. Their role is the quick control of inflammation. The goal is always to get you off of the steroids as soon as possible, in the safest way possible.   [25:17] When Jason came to Dr. Sims, he was on mepolizumab for the working diagnosis of EGPA. Mepolizumab is one of the primary therapies for EGPA. They talked about not making treatment changes as they were navigating what was happening.   [25:40] They didn't want to make a change of medication and then have that be mistaken for disease activity. They didn't want too many variables moving at once.   [25:47] Typically, the first-line therapy is steroids, meant to help with the swelling, pain, and tightness that patients will get lining their muscles and give them a bit more functionality and decreased pain.   [26:00] Long-term, Dr. Sims gives immunosuppressant medication. She prescribed methotrexate for Jason. In EF, the immune system is overly activated, attacking the lining of the muscles and causing the symptoms.   [26:51] If you suppress the immune system activity, that leads to decreased inflammation and symptoms in the patient. Steroid use, over a few months, is detrimental, with low bone density, weight gain, high blood pressure, and diabetes.   [27:14] Dr. Sims starts with prednisone and folds in medications like mycophenolate or methotrexate.   [27:19] Mepolizumab is an interleukin 5 blocker. Interleukin 5 is part of the immune system and is necessary for eosinophils to grow, function, and multiply. The goal of using mepolizumab is to lower the eosinophils that are contributing to the disease symptoms.   [27:48] Methotrexate, prednisone, and mepolizumab can work synergistically or independently. Most rheumatologists start with methotrexate or mycophenolate which have fewer side effects and have been around longer. We know how to manage those.   [28:08] If there is no response, we may add something like mepolizumab. As Jason was already on mepolizumab, Dr. Sims added methotrexate.   [28:20] IVIG, an infusion of immunoglobulin, has also been used as a quick way to control inflammation. It is used in other autoimmune diseases like myositis, which is inflammation of the muscle itself.   [29:08] With untreated eosinophilic fasciitis, the lining of the muscle may continue to be inflamed and can lead to fibrosis, damage that cannot be reversed. The patient can become very disabled. Contracture is one result of this.   [30:16] Jason says when he tried a new medication, he monitored if it was a good fit and if the side effects were less impactful than the underlying disease. Dr. Sims adjusted his dosages or tried to get off certain medicines as needed.   [30:59] After his muscle biopsy from his left calf, it took about a month to get back to walking easily. He was already in physical therapy, going many times for a variety of things. He had back pain, potentially related to his EF. His physical therapist was great.   [31:56] The stretches alternated between upper and lower body. Jason bought tools to do the stretches at home. When he's not feeling as well, he goes back to some of those same stretches. When he was on steroids, he took long walks to strengthen his bones.   [32:39] Jason started making phone calls to supportive family and friends on his walks and started listening to podcasts related to his condition or medications. Getting back to tennis and hiking is important to Jason. He's happy to be out there.   [33:20] Jason was open with his employer about his condition. Some of the weekly meds can make him not feel well. His employer gives him some flexibility. He has good days that far outnumber the bad days. He doesn't have to think about EF too much now.   [34:33] It's nothing like when he was in a flare, especially when he was in a flare before being diagnosed. What gets him through a bad day is giving himself some grace and understanding while he waits for his meds to catch up. He rests more than he wants to.   [35:33] Low-impact exercises like walking help Jason. He's trying to find a support network that gets EF. That led him to APFED, to find anyone experiencing something like what he was. He saw a conference that included a session on EF.   [36:09] Jason signed up for the conference and there he met Ryan's mother who has EF. They were each the first person the other had met with EF. They decided to connect after the conference. They talked on the phone for about an hour.   [36:39] She told Jason how she got into APFED and talked a lot about her son who had eosinophilic diseases. Soon after, Jason talked to Ryan as a primer for this podcast.    [38:15] Having a community to relate to, even if it's one person, is massive. It can make you feel less isolated.   [38:42] Holly says it's hard having a chronic illness. She thanks both Jason and Dr. Sims for sharing so much information and their journey and she asks for last words.   [38:58] Dr. Sims believes finding a community is critical. She interviews a lot of patients for research and isolation is a frequent theme. Even the doctor doesn't know what it's like to live with the condition you live with daily. As Jason said, give yourself grace.   [39:33] Dr. Sims tells her patients that they're different from the general population because they have to spend so much time and energy managing their condition that they can't do x, y, or z today, and that is OK. She says to stay motivated and positive.   [40:12] Find what works for you. Walking is good for your physical and mental health. Have the goal of getting back to what makes you happy. Take initiative and find non-medication ways to recuperate. You have control over ways you can feel better.   [40:43] Connect with others and share your story, like Jason did today. It may make someone's journey a little easier and make them feel less alone. Utilize your condition for good, for a bigger purpose.   [41:04] Jason had wished he could meet someone who could tell him what EF would be like over the years. He says to stay positive and find out what you have control over. Jason believes the future is bright for being able to do many things for a long time.   [42:26] For our listeners who would like to learn more about eosinophilic fasciitis, please visit APFED.org and check out the links in the shownotes.   [42:33] If you're looking to find a specialist who treats eosinophilic disorders, like Dr. Sims, you can use APFED's Specialist Finder at APFED.org/specialist.   [42:43] If you'd like to connect with others impacted by eosinophilic diseases, please join APFED's online community on the Inspire Network at APFED.org/connections/.   [42:55] Ryan thanks Jason and Dr. Sims for joining us for this excellent conversation. Holly also thanks APFED's Education Partners Bristol Myers Squibb, GSK, Sanofi, and Regeneron for supporting this episode.   Mentioned in This Episode: Dr. Catherine Sims, rheumatologist Duke University Hospital Durham VA Medical Center   APFED on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram Real Talk: Eosinophilic Diseases Podcast apfed.org/specialist apfed.org/connections   Education Partners: This episode of APFED's podcast is brought to you thanks to the support of Bristol Myers Squibb, GSK, Sanofi, and Regeneron.   Tweetables:   “EF patients may present with large plaques on their skin, edema of arms and legs, Raynaud's Phenomenon, contractures of arms or legs, limited mobility, or loss of the ability to do tasks they used to do.” — Dr. Catherine Sims   “Steroids are … first-line therapy. Their role is the quick control of inflammation. The goal is always to get you off steroids as soon as possible, in the safest way possible.” — Dr. Catherine Sims   “Methotrexate, prednisone, and mepolizumab can work synergistically or independently. Most rheumatologists start with methotrexate or mycophenolate which have fewer side effects and have been around longer.” — Dr. Catherine Sims   “Stay positive and find out what you have control over. The future is bright for being able to do many things for a long time.” — Jason Ingraham

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In episode 1790, Jack and Miles are joined by writer, podcaster, producer, and creator of HeidiWorld: The Heidi Fleiss Story, Molly Lambert, to discuss… Pokemon Character Sparks Luigi Mangione Conspiracy Theories, Conservative Pundits Are Really Having A Hard Time With Luigi Mangione, Meanwhile At United Healthcare HQ and more! Pokemon Character Sparks Luigi Mangione Conspiracy Theories CNN Guest Floats Wild Conspiracy Theory: Brian Thompson Hired His Own Assassin Internet compares Thompson's murder to 'The Joker' and 'Batman' following arrest of Luigi Mangione Don't Believe This Cryptic Video Purportedly Uploaded By Luigi Mangione Luigi Mangione’s Pokémon preference spawns QAnon-level freak out over ‘hidden’ Bible quote Laura Ingraham's a Massive Hypocrite (Video) Scott Jennings Is Also a Hypocrite Meanwhile At United Healthcare HQ $25 Million UnitedHealth CEO Whines About Social Media Trashing His Industry LISTEN: Sticky by Free WheneverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s no secret that American education is experiencing a profound crisis. Many of our children can’t read, do mathematics, or learn basic life skills. At the same time, many accuse the education establishment of imposing radical ideological views on children such as gender ideology and anti-Americanism. The good news is that concerted efforts are underway to reform education to better Read More ›

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Do you ever feel like you have completely blown it? As a parent, I have felt that many times. I'm so thankful we serve a God who is greater than our biggest mistakes.  In today's episode of The Bridge Between Us Podcast, Melinda continues her conversation with author, ministry leader, and podcast host Garry Ingraham.  Garry has words of wisdom and practical application for fathers. In this episode, you will: *learn what it means to 'shepherd your child's heart' *be given practical ways to connect with your child   Connect with Garry Ingraham: Garry is the podcast host for Love & Truth Network and the author of Am I Gay? He and his wife, Melissa, founded Love & Truth Network, a national, non-profit ministry focused on equipping Christian leaders to develop safe and transformational environments with the purpose of restoring sexual wholeness and Biblical identity. Love & Truth Network Mentions: ReStory Ministries Living Waters - Andrew Comisky Listen here to Melinda's interview on Love & Truth Network   Previous episodes speaking of fathers: Eps 3 with Ashley Little Bible verses: James 5:16 Malachi 4:6 Proverbs 20:5 1 John 1:7 To share your thoughts or to send a question: Send Melinda an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Please leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families, and I read each one.

Foxborough Fanatics welcomes back Kyle Ingraham - their first returning guest! Kyle, Nate Emerton, and Reese Merritt pose some interesting questions concerning offensive line issues and how the approach to the passing game should change or continue to stay the same. Here is the rundown: (0:45) Introduction: Welcome Kyle Ingraham (3:00) Recent News & Will Rhamondre Stevenson see less reps? (8:21) Recap: New England Patriots vs. San Francisco 49ers (13:18) “Oh god! Kyle, hold me back!” -Nate (15:13) The Senior Moment (18:16) Ja'Lynn Polk Stock Going Up (19:57) When Should Drake Maye Take Over at QB? (27:02) Christian Gonzalez! (30:21) “You and Van Noy.” -Kyle (32:03) “Shout out Sam Darnold!” -Nate (32:37) Hot Takes (37:36) Game Time: Word Association (46:47) “Myles Garrett!” -Everyone (47:39) Preview: Miami Dolphins vs. New England Patriots

Hey friend, do you feel hopeless and overwhelmed? Are there days you think your loved one may be too far gone, and this is how life will always be? In this episode of The Bridge Between Us podcast, author and ministry leader Garry Ingraham joins our host, Melinda Patrick.  Your heart will be encouraged and your burden lightened as Garry shares how the Holy Spirit pursued him and won his affection.    Garry is the podcast host for Love & Truth Network and the author of Am I Gay? He and his wife, Melissa, founded Love & Truth Network, a national, non-profit ministry focused on equipping Christian leaders to develop safe and transformational environments with the purpose of restoring sexual wholeness and Biblical identity. Listeners will discover: *ways the enemy can get a foothold in our children's lives *the power and pursuit of the Holy Spirit in the lives of those we pray for *the importance of shepherding our children's hearts   Connect with Garry Ingraham: Love & Truth Network   Mentions: Listen here to Melinda's interview on Love & Truth Network Restored Hope Network   Bible verses: Proverbs 20:17 James 1:8 1 Corinthians 6:18   To share your thoughts or to send a question: Send Melinda an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Please leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families, and I read each one.

In episode 1727, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by author of The Climb, Michael Swaim, to discuss… Secret Project 2025 Videos, Laura Ingraham Has Uncovered The Conspiracy, RFK Jr. Trying To Meet With Harris To Get Cabinet Job, X's New AI Image Generator Will Make Anything From Taylor Swift In Lingerie To Kamala Harris With A Gun and more! Secret Project 2025 Videos Project 2025 director steps down amid backlash from Trump The Posse Comitatus Act Explained White House wanted 10k active duty troops to quell protesters Laura Ingraham Has Uncovered The Conspiracy Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vows to keep busing migrants north. One problem: Not enough migrants. RFK Jr. Trying To Meet With Harris To Get Cabinet Job X's New AI Image Generator Will Make Anything From Taylor Swift In Lingerie To Kamala Harris With A Gun The AI-generated hell of the 2024 election LISTEN: Lil Thing by Knox FortuneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode we have Garry Ingraham with us to talk about sexual dysfunction and freedom!Note:  Jeff made a comment about getting divorced and remarrying as being unbiblical. We wanted to make sure we're clear that getting divorced and remarried is not unbiblical for everyone, but Jesus does address distinctions in Matthew 19:7-9, Luke 16:18. The problem that has arisen is that we take hard stances (Biblically) to issues like homosexuality (as we should) and neglect other passages that call Christians into conviction because they have been accommodated by the culture. Note: Jeff also talked about Malcom Gladwell's book “Outliers” and said that the community came from Ireland, when in fact it was Italy.  

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Garry Ingraham and his wife founded Love & Truth Network in 2013. His newly released book ‘Am I Gay?' covers the topic of identity confusion.Love & Truth Network: https://loveandtruthnetwork.comAm I Gay?: https://loveandtruthnetwork.com/am-i-gay www.worldviewmatters.tv© FreedomProject 2024

0:00 - Trump on Ingraham: yes, I will debate   10:48 - Honky dudes for Kamala   26:55 - In Depth History w/ Frank from Arlington Heights   29:05 - Pelosi's aides got warning before J6   50:53 - ABC interview of PA SWAT officers; Jason Woods: supposed to get a briefing but didn't happen   01:07:01 - Yuval Levin, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, discusses his new book  American Covenant: How the Constitution unified our nation — and could again   01:21:16 - Angela Belcamino: I'm a bold lib...SING IT   01:22:36 - President at Wirepoints, Ted Dabrowski, breaks down the budget hole caused by Illinoisans leaving Illinois. Get Ted's latest at wirepoints.org 01:38:32 - Eugene Kontorovich,  head of the international law department at the Kohelet Policy Forum, a Jerusalem think-tank, and a professor at George Mason University Scalia Law School, reveals the left's double standards where Israel is concerned. Follow Professor Kontorovich on X @EVKontorovich   01:54:49 - Intercollegiate Studies Institute editorial fellow at The Spectator World, Juan P. Villasmil:  Things are about to get ugly in Venezuela. Keep updated on Venezuela with Juan on X @RealJPVillasmilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making history in hospitality! Join Ted Kelly on Ted's Hospitality Minute as he interviews Andy Ingraham, President and Founder of NABHOOD. Andy's story is one of resilience and innovation, from his early observations in the Bahamas to creating a platform for African American hotel owners. This episode explores the critical role of diversity and the future of the hospitality industry. Tune in for an inspiring and educational discussion that highlights the power of ownership and inclusion. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/6kmYmtCKK_M #HospitalityLeaders #NABHOOD #TedHospitalityMinute #InclusiveIndustry #MinorityOwnership #DiversityMatters 0:00 – Preview of Episode 0:15 – Intro of guest Andy Ingram 1:36 – Guest's Hotel ownership history and background 6:32 – African American Ownership in Hospitality and Civil Rights History 8:04 – Progress and Challenges of Minority Ownership in the Hospitality Industry 14:54 – RecoveryIt App 16:05 – State of the Hotel Industry in the Post-COVID Era 18:43 – 2025: Future Prospects and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry 21:10 – Conference highlights 25:37 – Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in the Hotel Industry 29:58 – Opportunities and Assets: African-American Leadership 35:44 – Closing The Recoverit App: Click the Link: https://www.recoverit.app/ USE PROMO CODE 2023IMSL1

The promotion of free market principles in education and the elimination of political indoctrination are essential for the future of our country. It is no secret that the American education system has flaws in teacher selection, training, and accountability. Dr. Keri D. Ingraham, Senior Fellow & Director, American Center for Transforming Education, Discovery Institute, discusses their mission to reform K-12 education and reform and empower parents by providing school choice to improve education outcomes. The conversation touches on the rise of micro-schools as an alternative to traditional public schools, the pushback from teacher unions, and the importance of reading and critical thinking in education. She also discusses the role of the federal government in education and the need to shrink its footprint. Learn more about donating to the Discovery Institute: https://www.discovery.org/education/donate/ The mission of Discovery Institute's American Center for Transforming Education is to work with state government policymakers, parents, educators, business leaders, and other education stakeholders to transform our nation's education system. We advocate for policies that empower parents, allow for innovation, and equip students with the skills, knowledge, and character necessary to thrive as citizens in their communities and as contributors to our increasingly competitive economy. Takeaways -The Discovery Institute focuses on K-12 education and aims to empower parents with education freedom and parental rights. -Micro schools have emerged as an alternative to traditional public schools, offering a more personalized and effective learning experience. -Teacher unions pose a significant challenge to education reform, as they prioritize their own interests over the needs of students and parents. -Reading and critical thinking are crucial skills that need to be emphasized in education, as they lay the foundation for academic success and independent thought. -Teacher unions often prioritize the interests of teachers over the quality of education. Empowering parents and providing school choice can lead to improved education outcomes. -The federal government's role in education should be reduced to allow for more state-level control. -Supporting organizations like the Discovery Institute can help drive education reform. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Discovery Institute 01:09 Focus on Education Freedom and Parental Rights 02:16 The Rise of Micro Schools 04:10 Challenges from Teacher Unions 06:19 The Importance of Reading and Critical Thinking 09:29 Promoting Free Market Principles in Education 11:04 Eliminating Political Indoctrination in Schools 14:52 Discussion on Bernie Sanders and Socialist Policies 31:13 Flaws in the American Education System 36:28 Empowering Parents and School Choice 42:10 Reducing the Federal Government's Role in Education 50:28 Potential Leaders in the Conservative Movement 54:47 Supporting Education Reform Organizations

This week's episode is our final episode exposing the pride and LQBTQ agenda with Garry and Melissa Ingraham. In part 4 we discussed why the culture is okay with exposing children to drag shows and parades, the difference between disorder and dysphoria, and the importance of parents standing up to protect their children. There's still hope, but it's up to the church to be a light to those in the LGBTQ community.

Guest: Garry IngrahamOrganization: Love and Truth NetworkPosition: Co-Founder (with wife, Melissa)Book: Am I Gay? Coming Out of Cultural Christianity & LGBTQ+ Identity into Authentic Faith in JesusWebsite: loveandtruthnetwork.com

Guest: Garry IngrahamOrganization: Love and Truth NetworkPosition: Co-Founder (with wife, Melissa)Book: Am I Gay? Coming Out of Cultural Christianity & LGBTQ+ Identity into Authentic Faith in JesusWebsite: loveandtruthnetwork.com

Am I gay? That is a question that every parent and church staff member needs to be able to answer. Living in a culture that applauds, elevates and takes pride in sin, we must know and model the truth for our kids. Few recognize this better than author Garry Ingraham and his wife Melissa. Having come out of sexual confusion, they founded the Love and Truth Network through which they work to restore people to sexual wholeness and biblical identity. Ingraham dives into what drove him to sexual confusion. His experience pinpoints the need for young men and women to receive direction, honesty and discipleship regarding biblical sexuality, both at home and from the church. Highlighting complete surrender to the Almighty, Ingraham found freedom from all that had bound him. Today, Ingraham witnesses the power of God, changing people, and establishing in them His identity and His purpose for them. Learn how to respond and how you can best shepherd the confused and the lost.For Show Notes & Episode Details: https://theinfluencerspodcast.orgGet more inspirational content all week…FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/theinfluencerspodcastofficialINSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/theinfluencerspodcastofficial/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/hearinfluencersYOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@TheInfluencersPodcastLearn more about Garry Ingraham and get a copy of his book Am I Gay?: Coming Out of Cultural Christianity & LGBTQ+ Identity into Authentic Faith in Jesus at www.loveandtruthnetwork.com

Garry and Melissa Ingraham are back for part 3 to expose the LQBTQ agenda in the culture. During this episode we will be answering the question, can Christians be gay? Check back in next Tuesday for their last episode in June to hear God's redemptive plan for those in the LGBTQ community!

Our guests for the month of June, Garry and Melissa Ingraham, are back to help us expose the agenda of the pride and LGBTQ movement. This week we're talking about how to not be a victim, and exposing inverted pride. Check back in every Tuesday for the rest of June to hear God's redemptive plan for those in the LGBTQ community!

SERIES 2 EPISODE 190: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: Timing is everything, and for once the timing was perfect. Steve Bannon has been ordered to go to prison. Ordered on June 6th. Ordered on the anniversary of D-Day, when we destroyed everything his predecessors stood for. He doesn't get it yet. We will destroy HIM and what HE stands for. And all who stand with him. And Trump. And as he stood outside court - jailed by a Trump-appointed judge who once clerked for Clarence Thomas - he was boasting to the vapid press that, no, he will destroy us and his fascism will subsume America, as he insisted no jail would ever shut him up, a protestor behind him drowned him out with shouts of "Lock Him Up!" because when all you have is noise and threats, you tend to forget that there is always somebody else with more noise and bigger threats. THERE IS ALSO NEW POLLING on what happens if Trump joins him in the slammer. The Reuters-Ipsos Poll says actual jail time could cost Trump 23% of his voters. That could be as much as 17,000,000 votes. Even as time and timidity wear that number down, it's a remarkable game-changer. PLUS: Trump glitched again at a Word Salad Rally in Phoenix, while the Democratic National Committee is actually putting up billboards near his events emphasizing "CONVICTED FELON DONALD TRUMP." And there's more from The Supreme Court: a watchdog group says Clarence Thomas may have gotten as much as $4,000,000 in gifts in the last 20 years. And Brett Kavanaugh is writing a book! Hey! Is it a book about assault? B-Block (24:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: There's a name-that-hockey-team contest in Salt Lake City and the six final choices are all nightmarishly bad. So, Marco Rubio, Tim Scott, J.D. Vance, Doug Burgum, Ben Carson, Byron Donalds, and Elise Stefanik. You're being vetted to run with Trump? When he encouraged them to HANG the last guy? And your daily reason to fire Merrick Garland: there may be videotape of Carlson, Hannity, Ingraham and others at Fox vivisecting Trump and saying his 2020 Election claims are crap, and you are working to RETURN THESE TAPES TO FOX? C-Block (33:25) FRIDAYS WITH THURBER: Any time the news is full of Trump-driven drivel and MAGA conspiracies, is a good time to remember Thurber's account of the day in 1913 that the dam outside his home of Columbus, Ohio, broke and everybody fled. Only it hadn't broken - and they were running in the wrong direction anyway. "The Day The Damn Broke."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you couldn't tell from the title, we have two very special guests during this week's episode who will be helping us expose the truth behind pride month. Garry and Melissa Ingraham both ended up in the LGBTQ lifestyle, they got delivered, and now they are exposing the pride movement by helping others discover their true identity in Jesus. Check back in every Tuesday for the rest of June to hear God's redemptive plan for those in the LGBTQ community!

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The competition just wrapped up and as the leaderboard starts to take shape, we look at which teams are currently sitting in a Semifinals qualifying spot and how they did throughout the competition.Three-time CrossFit Games Affiliate Cup champion Adrain Conway joins the show to recap all the action from the 2024 Team Quarterfinals. Note: Scores will remain unofficial until the leaderboards are finalized April 15. CrossFit will announce when results are final. — The CrossFit Games are the ultimate proving grounds for the Fittest Man and Fittest Woman on Earth™ and are world-renowned as the definitive test of fitness. Join host Chase Ingraham and various guests in the CrossFit space as they break down the latest news, happenings, and information from the CrossFit Games season. Subscribe to the CrossFit Games podcast and share it with a friend. Like and drop a comment on your favorite episodes. Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify → Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6sQXfti... Google Podcasts → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Learn more about the CrossFit Games → https://cf.games/learn Learn more about CrossFit → https://www.crossfit.com/what-is-cros... Find a CrossFit gym near you → https://www.crossfit.com/map?utm_sour...

Mighty 200 5 year delta review (2019), 2/22 delta warning of outage, DJT's Phase 2 Truth decode, Ingraham interviews President Trump, Undecided voters realize that Trump is the answer after Town Hall, Telescope Fund and Arabella Advisors plan to bring in another 200 million a year, Stella Assange on Tucker, and much much more...

Trump takes the stage with Ingraham, Haley is the real disaster, the U.S. border is the priority, Trump coming to Nevada (rallies incoming), the excited South Carolina crowd, James Biden appears in D.C., Biden's sawdust cocaine, Arabella Advisors: Wyss and dark money action, Green New Deal roots found in WWII, Mike Benz video on Hollywood, Laurel Canyon, and much much more...

Dr. Keri Ingraham joins the show to explain a new, hybrid education model that's quickly rising in popularity — College-Simulated Learning or CSL. Schools that use this education model are called University-Model schools and are accredited by NAUMS, Inc. Primarily used for high schoolers, this model is a hybrid home/in-class schedule to create more flexibility and space for small institutions as well as increase parental involvement at home.Dr. Ingraham also recaps school choice victories from 2023. Nearly 10 states passed universal school choice programs! She predicts which states will join them in 2024 and create their own programs. Listen to Dr. Keri Ingraham's previous appearance on Making The Leap: Mainstream Media Thinks Homeschooling Is Still A Mystery.  Stay in touch with Dr. Ingraham on X. Follow Making the Leap on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.  You can also sign-up for our newsletter or send us an email hello@makingtheleappodcast.com.To learn more about the Herzog Foundation, visit HerzogFoundation.com. Like and follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram, or sign up to receive monthly email updates. 

Programatrons...Assemble! Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler join Sean and Tommy to take a crack at programming the 2024 Open and Semifinals using nothing but repeat workouts. This episode is sponsored by Born Primitive. Use the following links to become a VIP and get early access to Black Friday deals. US: https://bornprimitive.com/pages/black-friday-vip-2023 EU: https://bornprimitive.eu/pages/black-friday-vip-2023 CA: https://bornprimitive.ca/pages/black-friday-vip-2023

The Rogue Invitational is officially upon us! Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the premium coverage Rogue is offering and why it's a huge win for the sport. Plus, Chase Ingraham stops by for a "Buy or Sell" preview of the individual competition.