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Last time we spoke about the beginning of the Battle of Hong kong. Japan's rise as a threat to British interests accelerated through the 1920s and intensified after invading China. Britain's response remained contradictory—diplomatically conciliatory yet militarily apprehensive. While Singapore and Malaya received substantial reinforcements, Hong Kong was acknowledged indefensible, yet the 1936 Defence Scheme attempted to fortify it as an island fortress. Governor Northcote urgently advocated evacuation, recognizing the futility of defense. London rejected this, fearing it would demoralize China and forfeit sovereignty claims. Reinforcement requests from commanders like Grasett fell on deaf ears until Grasett independently lobbied Canadian leaders. This persistence finally convinced Churchill to dispatch two additional battalions. On December 8, 1941, Japanese forces attacked across three fronts with overwhelming force. Within hours, the RAF was destroyed on the ground, demolitions proved ineffective, and British units rapidly retreated toward the Gin Drinkers Line, facing an enemy that outnumbered and outmaneuvered them from the opening moments.   #217 The Battle of Hong Kong Part 2: the Island Aflame Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Around 1500 hours on 9 December, Colonel Doi of the 228th Regiment arrived at Needle Hill, just north of the Gin Drinkers Line, ahead of his main force. For two hours he studied the British defensive positions through binoculars, noting trenches and bunkers—and to his surprise, washing lines fluttering with white clothes. The sight spoke volumes about the 2 Royal Scots' lax discipline. Then fog descended, reducing visibility to barely twenty meters, and heavy rain obscured the landscape. Doi sensed a fleeting advantage but lost radio contact with his battalions. Worse still, the Shing Mun Redoubt lay outside his regimental boundary, making an unauthorized attack a serious breach of protocol. When his units finally arrived, supporting artillery remained unavailable, held up by demolished roads. Doi chose to attack anyway. Doi ordered the 2nd Battalion to scout the eastern approach while the 3rd Battalion spearheaded the main assault. Major Nishiyana commanded the 3rd, sending Lieutenant Wakabayashi and Kasugai with 150 volunteers to lead. The Shing Mun Redoubt itself comprised five concrete pillboxes and an artillery observation post, connected by underground tunnels named after London landmarks—Piccadilly, Haymarket, and others. The whole complex sat on small rises above Jubilee Dam, then the British Empire's tallest. Defending the redoubt was A Company, 2 Royal Scots, under Captain Jones—just three officers and 39 men. One platoon of 25 soldiers under 2nd Lieutenant Thompson held the forward positions. Against this stood 150 Japanese attackers, with another 1,500 troops in reserve. Battalion orders forbade using the concrete works as fighting positions; they were meant for the Vickers machine-gun team and artillery protection. No mines could spare the redoubt's perimeter. On the night of the 9th, roughly half the defenders sheltered in the observation post while the remainder manned pillboxes 401b and 402. At 2000 hours, Thompson led a nine-man patrol northward to check Needle Hill and Shing Mun Valley. Despite two and a half hours in the field, the patrol returned at 2220 hours without detecting the Japanese force massing just 500 meters away. By that time, Lieutenant Kasugai's assault group had crossed Jubilee Dam undetected, bypassed unmanned Post X, and assembled below Pillbox 401b. At 2200 hours, Japanese sappers cut through two lines of wire. At 2300—H-Hour—Lance Corporal Laird heard movement in the bushes and opened fire. The Japanese answered with grenades and rushed the pillbox lines. One team entered the tunnel system; another hurled grenades through the air vents. Corporal Campbell swung his Vickers toward Pillbox 401, catching Japanese headquarters personnel in the open. Sergeant Robb mustered a counter-attack force of thirteen men. Five fell as casualties—Laird, Basnett, Coyle, Casey, and Jardine. Casey was killed; only Jardine escaped. The alert triggered gunfire from the observation post's defenders, and Forward Observer Wilcox called down 4.5-inch and 6-inch artillery fire. Without strong reinforcement and leadership, four Royal Scots and an Indian sentry abandoned the northern positions and withdrew to the observation post. Captain Jones received orders from Brigade to counter-attack, but delegated the task to Thompson. As Thompson attempted to leave the observation post, he found the gate locked from outside. This calamity had a backstory: just before the attack, Thompson had admitted a civilian at the request of Force 163 (SOE's sabotage unit in Singapore). Private Wylie had taken the observation post key from Lance Naik Kishan Singh and, upon exit, locked the gate behind him. The three officers were now literally locked out of the battle. Second Lieutenant Mochizuki and his platoon infiltrated through open trenches and began attacking the observation post from above, attempting to breach the hatches. The defenders held for three hours before Japanese sappers forced explosives down the air vents. At 0230 hours, the blast killed two Indian signallers inside. Thompson sustained a severe eye wound from grenade shrapnel; Jones and Warrant Officer Mead were both wounded. The remaining fifteen defenders surrendered; eleven became casualties. Meanwhile, a Rajput patrol engaging Japanese forces in the river valley managed to drive them back toward the redoubt. One final pillbox endured for another eleven hours before suffering the same sapper treatment. By 0400 hours on 10 December, the entire redoubt was lost. For just two killed, the Japanese had achieved a decisive victory—the breakthrough that would shift the entire campaign's trajectory. By dawn, a Japanese flag flew triumphantly from Point 255.   Major-General Maltby's assessment was stark: "This was calamitous, for Shing Mun was the key to the whole of the left position." Yet the Japanese perspective differed sharply. Having achieved a breakthrough, Colonel Doi received astonishing orders to withdraw—his success had transgressed into the 230th Regiment's sector and violated the meticulously prepared war plan. Doi refused. After heated confrontation with Major-General Ito and Lieutenant-General Sakai, his insubordination was later censured, though a divisional staff officer, Oyadomani, bore the scapegoat's burden of rebuke for failing to restrain Doi's initiative. With Shing Mun secured, Doi methodically fed reinforcements into the position. Throughout December 10th, the Japanese remained uncertain of their advantage and adopted a cautious strategy, probing British lines to exploit the evident disorder. Brigadier Wallis ordered the Royal Scots to mount an immediate dawn counterattack supported by the Rajputs and artillery. Lieutenant-Colonel White demurred; his battalion lacked any reasonable prospect of success. The resulting counterattack proved half-hearted at best. At first light on December 11th, the Japanese pressed Golden Hill forcefully, only to be repulsed by Captain Newton's Rajputs and gunfire from HMS Cicala. White positioned D Company in shallow shell scrapes and rusted wire—inadequate defenses against Japanese assault. Captain Pinkerton led a desperate bayonet charge that morning, temporarily clearing the Japanese and enabling the evacuation of wounded. Yet B, C, and D Companies absorbed devastating losses; Captains Rose and Richardson fell commanding their positions. With the Royal Scots collapsing, X Company of the Winnipeg Grenadiers and armored support rushed westward to seal the widening gap along Castle Peak Road. Meanwhile, Maltby grappled with alarming reports: Japanese landings on Lantau Island southwest of Hong Kong. Heavy artillery drove them back. A second probe at Aberdeen, where Special Naval Landing Forces approached within 300 yards of the naval base, was repelled by Canadian machine-gun fire. In hindsight, these were mere feints—never intended as the primary thrust. The stratagem succeeded. Maltby retained his island reserves—the Middlesex and two Canadian battalions—precisely where they would be needed. Had Wallis executed a forceful counterattack on December 10th with the Royal Scots and brigade reserves, the Rajputs might have retaken Shing Mun while the Japanese remained disorganized. Instead, Colonel Doi faced a furious Sakai, who had flown down from 38th Division headquarters at Taipo for what amounted to a pre-court-martial examination. The moment passed. After only 48 hours of combat, Maltby concluded the mainland was indefensible. The three battalions would withdraw intact to Hong Kong Island to assume their fortress defense roles. The naval commodore objected—demolitions, supply transfers, and troop ferrying required more time. The evacuation order was deferred 24 hours until noon on December 11th. At that hour, the decision was finalized: the mainland would be abandoned under cover of darkness. Further demolitions followed—the China Light and Power Station, the cement works on Tsing Yi Island, the docks. Yet Brigadier Wallis believed this merely a precautionary measure; he anticipated holding the mainland for at least another week. The withdrawal avoided Kowloon's congested streets, where street fighting and fifth columnists might have entrapped the British—a calculation that proved prescient, as an IJA advance column of 350 men from the 3/230th infiltrated Kowloon on the morning of December 12th to cut off the retreating garrison. The Royal Scots and Canadians retired south to Shamshuipo Barracks and Jordan Road Pier in western Kowloon; the Rajputs and supporting gunners withdrew eastward to Ma Lau Tong, which anchored the fortified Devil's Peak Peninsula. Maltby intended to hold this commanding position permanently—it was easily supplied across the narrow Lyemun Strait. The evacuation proceeded largely as planned. The Canadians and Royal Scots embarked on the afternoon and evening of December 11th under Punjabi covering fire. The Punjabis faced a harder journey—a moonlit scramble along steep Kowloon hills laden with supplies but critically short of mules. One group lost its way at a crucial junction, splitting into two columns. One proceeded toward Devil's Peak as planned; Battalion Headquarters descended into Kai Tak Airport, threaded through Kowloon City, and was evacuated by Star Ferry at Tsim Sha Tsui, fighting until the final moment as the last man boarded. The Rajputs' commander, unable to reach his Punjabi counterpart, abandoned Ma Lau Tong for the closer Hai Wan line near Devil's Peak. By 0400 hours on December 12th, the Punjabis and one Rajput company, accompanied by the gunners of the 25th Medium Battery, crossed Lyemun Strait to Hong Kong Island. Morning evacuations continued with minimal Japanese interference—a surprising restraint. Naval support proved crucial. The withdrawal completed by the morning of December 13th, though 170 mules were lost to the desertion of Chinese laborers—a deprivation that would haunt the subsequent campaign. During this passage, the IJN attempted shore bombardment. The Japanese cruiser and supporting vessels found themselves outranged by the defenders' 9.2-inch guns. The damage inflicted proved sufficient to discourage future naval adventures; for the remainder of the battle, the IJN maintained a cautious distance and played only a peripheral role. The speed and execution of the withdrawal apparently caught the Japanese unprepared. Their most probable expectation had been a full-scale assault on Devil's Peak accompanied by heavy bombardment—a day earlier, an assault without artillery preparation had been driven back with severe losses. The British appeared stronger than anticipated. The defense of the mainland had lasted only five days. With the mainland secured, the Japanese pivoted toward Hong Kong Island. The first move was diplomatic rather than military. At 0900 hours on December 13th, a small boat bearing a white flag crossed the harbor. It carried Colonel Toda, Lieutenant Mizuno, Mr. Othsu Dak, and two European women—the prominent and heavily pregnant Mrs. Macdonald and Mrs. C. R. Lee, wife of the Governor's secretary, accompanied by her two dachshunds. The surrender terms were flatly rejected. Major Boxer delivered the written refusal personally. Mrs. Macdonald remained in Hong Kong to give birth; Mrs. Lee and her dogs returned to Kowloon. The Japanese commenced systematic shelling of selected targets. On December 13th, a 9.2-inch gun on Mt. Davis was silenced; Belcher's Fort sustained damage. The following day, a 3-inch mount on Mt. Davis was hit, killing Chinese gunners and triggering morale collapse; some deserted. On December 15th, the barrage shifted to the northern shoreline, deliberately targeting pillboxes. At 2100 hours that night, approximately three Japanese companies attempted crossing the harbor in rubber rafts toward Pakshawan but were driven off by machine-gun fire. Fifth columnists intensified their operations—signaling with mirrors, sniping from concealed positions, spreading propaganda to encourage Chinese desertion. Their impact might have been catastrophic had not Rear-Admiral Chan and Colonel Yee, armed with tommy guns and grenades, systematically eliminated many of these saboteurs. By December 16th, half the pillboxes between the racecourse and Lyemun Strait lay destroyed. The intended crossing site was unmistakable. On December 17th, the Japanese dispatched a second peace mission—Colonel Toda's team now accompanied by Mrs. Lee with her dachshunds and a pregnant Russian woman. Again, the overtures were rebuffed. On December 18th, the bombardment reached new intensity. Oil storage tanks ignited, sending dense black smoke cascading across the northeast corner of the island—perfect concealment for what was to come. All signs pointed to imminent assault.  I want to note something here, you sometimes hear about how race played a role in the Pacific War and indeed it did. Racist attitudes were found on both the western and Japanese side of the war. There is a fantastic book dedicated to this by the way called, War without Mercy by John Dower, highly recommend it. What is interesting is how these racial attitudes actually affected decision making during the war. Take General Sakai's night amphibious assault for example. Western soldiers such as the Canadians in Hong Kong reported they were told by their commanders that quote "Don't worry about the Japanese, they can't see at night, they all wear glasses" another Canadian soldier wrote in a diary "They don't see well, especially at night we knew this as a matter of fact." Indeed the week before the outbreak of the battle of Hong Kong, Canadian officers attending a briefing by a British officer were informed that "Japan's aircraft were mostly obsolete, its air force had little practice in night flying, and its pilots were myopic and thus unable to carry out dive-bombing attacks". You might be asking yourself, why did they think the Japanese were myopic? The scientific explanation of the day was this "That the Japanese suffered widespread inner-ear damage. What caused this? Japanese motherhood, the practice of strapping babies to their mothers backs, it was explained caused their heads to bounce about, like when they harvested rice and permanently impaired their sense of balance". I particularly love this quote, one of my professors dedicated an entire class to the bizarre racial attitudes before and after the pacific war. There was a belief the Japanese could not see well at night, many western air force commanders actually believed there were times of day like at dawn or dusk where Japanese pilots would not operate because of this hindrance. American military commentator Fletcher Pratt in 1939 analyzed Japan's military strengths and explained it had four major weaknesses. The first was scarcity of resources such as iron, and steel. The second was that the Japanese "can neither make good airplanes nor fly them well" as a result of " the Japanese as a race have defects of the tubes of the inner ear, just as they are generally myopic. This gives them a defective sense of balance, the one physical sense in which an aviator is not permitted to be deficient.". The third was that the Japanese were short-tempered and were inclined to waste men unnecessarily when operations did not go well. The fourth was that the Japanese would simply never date to provoke a war with the US. Again Mr Pratt was an American military commentator whose information came from multiple accounts given by high ranking military officials! The British military maintained that the Japanese avoided night operations on land because they were simply incapable of caring them out well, while they avoided nighttime aerial attacks, as well as dive-bombing for the same reasons Pratt said quote "their pilots were poor and their aircraft inferior.". So take this all to mind when I talk about how certain ranking officers go about making their decisions. By the evening of 14 December, evacuated mainland units had regrouped on Hong Kong Island. The defensive structure was restructured into two brigades: Brigadier Wallis commanded the East Brigade from Taitam Gap, while Brigadier Lawson headed the West Brigade from Wongneichong Gap. This reorganization placed the 5/7 Rajputs across the north-east perimeter, defending over 3,500 metres of coastline with B Company positioned on the hills behind Taikoo Docks. The Royal Rifles of Canada held the north-east corner from Stanley to points south, with reserve positions at Lyemun. Two HKVDC companies supported from Taitam Valley and Pottinger Gap, while the veteran Hughsiliers manned the North Point power station. British and Canadian artillery provided fire support across the northern approaches. The West Brigade held the north-western and south-western shores. The 2/14 Punjab stretched from Causeway Bay to Belcher's Point, protecting Government House and General Maltby's headquarters, with battalion headquarters at Mid-Level. The Winnipeg Grenadiers covered the south-west from Wanchai Gap, with one company detached to the brigade headquarters at Wongneichong Gap. The 2 Royal Scots, severely mauled at Shing Mun, were held in reserve with fresh replacements from the HKVDC. The Middlesex Regiment's companies were dispersed along 72 pillboxes encircling the entire shoreline, while an improvised Z Company of clerks, musicians and cooks defended battalion headquarters at Leighton Hill. Supporting artillery included 9.2-inch and 6-inch guns on Mt Davis and 4.7-inch guns at Belcher's Point. As darkness fell on 17 December, Japanese reconnaissance swimmers reached Taikoo, confirming the crossing site despite detection. Reinforcements arrived: 18 additional heavy bombers from Guangzhou and 26 fighters from Taiwan joined the aerial assault. The crescendo of artillery fire on the 18th, combined with masses of small craft gathering across the harbour, signalled the imminent invasion. Japanese divisional headquarters shifted to Ma Tau Wei near Kai Tak Airport; the 23rd Army moved to Taipo. The invasion force disposed itself with the right flank embarking from east and west of Kai Tak, the left from Devil's Hill area. At 1800 hours, the invasion order was issued; by 1930 hours Sakai himself arrived in Kowloon to oversee the crossing. At precisely 2000 hours, the 2/228th Regiment silently paddled their collapsible craft toward Taikoo Docks and the nearby sugar factory as artillery support commenced. Colonel Doi embarked with 80 headquarters personnel aboard a large barge, leading the second wave. The conditions favoured the invaders—a moonless night, sporadic showers, and thick black smoke from burning oil tanks obscured their movement. They reached the midpoint undetected before searchlights and machine-gun fire scattered the small boats, separating commanders from their units. Despite this chaos, the assault pressed forward. At 2140 hours the artillery shifted to deeper targets; at 2145 hours the first wave of 3/230th landed at North Point, followed minutes later by 2/228th and then 2/229th. Three red flares signalled a successful landing. All six Japanese battalions were ashore by midnight, though wire fencing delayed their advance and Bren carriers added to the confusion on the beach. General Sano arrived at Taikoo one hour later. The 5/7 Rajputs bore the initial brunt of the assault. Despite days of preliminary shelling, the Rajputs mounted a stubborn defence; Japanese casualties mounted rapidly. The anti-tank company suffered so grievously that only a single gun remained operational. The Japanese plan was tactical rather than frontal—bypass isolated positions for later elimination and push rapidly toward high ground. Overwhelmed by numerical superiority and losing most of their officers, Rajput resistance gradually crumbled. Contradicting all evidence, Maltby remained convinced the main Japanese assault would strike directly at Victoria from Kowloon. He therefore withheld the counter-attack, instead dispatching a platoon of Middlesex troops, Royal Marines, naval personnel, and the Rajputs' reserve company—supported by artillery—to establish a defensive line blocking the Japanese advance toward Central District. Three HKVDC armoured cars were sent to protect East Brigade headquarters; two more reinforced the Middlesex battalion headquarters. It was manifestly inadequate against six Japanese battalions. In post-war dispatches, Maltby conceded his grave miscalculation: he believed he faced at most two battalions, not a full division. As the 3/230th broke through D Company of the 5/7 Rajputs, the 2/230th came ashore nearby and wheeled westward toward Victoria. Their advance halted abruptly at the North Point power station, held by an extraordinary force: four officers and 36 men of the HKVDC Hughsiliers Platoon—alongside 39 civilian volunteers from China Light & Power and Hong Kong Electric, including the station manager Vincent Sorby—plus eight Free French soldiers commanded by Captain Jacques Egal, a Shanghai businessman turned soldier. Without exception, these men were World War I veterans, many aged 55 or older. Some had fought in the Boer War. Major J. J. Patterson, the Hughsiliers' commander, had served with Allenby's Camel Corps and been mentioned in dispatches six times; he was chairman of Jardine Matheson and a legislative councillor. Private Sir Edward Des Voeux, 8th Baronet, a millionaire bullion trader and secretary of the Hong Kong Club, had enlisted as a private when deemed too old for mobilization. Private T. A. Pearce, 67 years old, was chairman of J. D. Hutchison & Company and secretary of the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Captain Bruch, the second-in-command, aged 60, chaired a major trading house. The list extended through Hong Kong's business elite, each choosing to fight rather than flee. These old men held an entire regiment at bay. When Patterson called for aid, Maltby dispatched an HKVDC armoured car with a platoon from Z Company, 1 Middlesex, but the reinforcement was ambushed before reaching the station; only nine soldiers, including 2nd Lieutenant Caruthers, broke through. Unable to dislodge the defenders by assault, the Japanese resorted to bombardment. By 0145 hours on 19 December, surrounded and ammunition exhausted, the defenders withdrew to King's Road behind a disabled bus. The Japanese deployed three machine guns, killing or mortally wounding all but Private Geoghan. A Japanese officer, believing all dead, cautiously approached—only to have Geoghan, despite his wounds, surge from cover and charge. He killed the officer and four soldiers before collapsing from wounds. Somehow Geoghan survived. Those old men—civilians and reservists, businessmen and veterans—held the entire western Japanese advance for 18 hours, buying Maltby precious time to withdraw forces and establish a new defensive line. Their stand at North Point became one of the campaign's most improbable acts of defiance. As the 2/229th Regiment advanced southward toward Mt Parker, the 3/229th landed at Aldrich Bay and turned eastward toward Lyemun, where they seized an HKVDC 6-inch gun. Major Bishop of the Royal Rifles of Canada, unaware of the landings, dispatched 15 Platoon under Lieutenant Scott to check on A Company of the Rajputs. Unexpectedly, they encountered armed men in civilian clothes at Lyemun's gate—the first indication of the Japanese presence on the island. Yet senior officers dismissed initial reports of landings and lost positions as exaggerated, a critical miscalculation that proved catastrophic. At Lyemun Fort, the 5th Anti-aircraft Battery of the HKVDC was caught completely unaware and surrendered after minimal resistance. The Japanese then committed one of many atrocities that would characterize the battle, bayoneting 29 survivors. Alerted by 15 Platoon's report, Bishop attempted a counter-attack with two platoons to retake the fort, but the defenders could not scale the six-meter wall and withdrew with nine men killed. As the 2/229th pressed southward toward Mt Parker, they overran the Salesian Mission, which had been converted into an Advance Dressing Station. No. 8 Company of the 2/229th systematized a massacre of medical personnel and the wounded—an atrocity that would later become pivotal evidence at Colonel Tanaka's war crimes trial. Yet amid the chaos, several medical staff and wounded survived to testify: Gunners Y. K. Chan and Martin H. C. Tso of the 5th Battery, Captain Osler Thomas of the HKVDC, Captain Martin Banfill of the Royal Canadian Medical Corps, and Corporal Norman Leath of the Royal Army Medical Corps. C Company of the Royal Rifles, reinforced with captured Japanese machine guns abandoned by fleeing Rajputs, inflicted heavy casualties on the attackers, with one Japanese company suffering over 65 percent losses. Yet overwhelmed by superior numbers and suffering nearly two platoons worth of casualties themselves, the Canadians were forced to withdraw, leaving only a reinforcement platoon under Lieutenant Blaver on Mt Parker. When Captain Clerke arrived at dawn with 16 Platoon to reinforce the position, he found over 100 Japanese already entrenched. With no artillery support and only two platoons available, Clerke had no choice but to withdraw, abandoning Mt Parker to the enemy. By dawn on the 19th, the East Brigade faced catastrophe. Infantry strength had been halved, and losses of artillery were equally devastating. A series of misunderstandings and misinterpreted orders led coastal gun crews at Capes D'Aguilar and Collinson to destroy their own guns in confusion or lose them to the advancing Japanese. Of the entire artillery complement, only one 18-pounder and two 3.7-inch field guns remained operational. Wongneichong—literally "yellow muddy creek" in Chinese—occupies the center of Hong Kong Island, a valley separating the eastern hills (Mt Parker, Mt Butler, Jardine's Lookout) from the western massif (Mt Nicholson, Mt Cameron, Victoria Peak). This narrow gap formed the critical artery linking northern and southern Hong Kong, making Brigadier Lawson's decision to place West Brigade Headquarters there strategically sound yet tactically vulnerable. Recognizing the exposed position after the landings, Major Lyndon had located an alternative site south of Mt Nicholson, scheduled to open the following day. In response to the Japanese landings, Lawson dispatched three platoons of Winnipeg Grenadiers to block the advance. Lieutenant C. D. French took 18 Platoon to Mt Butler, Lieutenant G. A. Birkett's 17 Platoon moved to Jardine's Lookout, and Lieutenant L. B. Corrigan's platoon took the north-west approach to the Gap. As on Mt Parker, both French and Birkett were killed almost immediately, their small forces overwhelmed by battalion-strength enemy forces with artillery support. By morning on the 19th, two battalions each of the 230th and 228th Regiments were pushing for the high ground. The 2/230th rapidly occupied Jardine's Lookout while the 3/230th moved to Mt Nicholson and the 2/228th advanced toward the Gap itself. No. 3 Company of the HKVDC under Major E. Stewart held pillboxes around Jardine's Lookout, while No. 1 Company under Captain Penn defended Taitam Valley with forward positions at Quarry Gap. The pillboxes, despite heavy bombardment, held longer than anticipated—some for as long as 24 hours. Stewart maintained his company headquarters until the 22nd, four days of continuous fighting without adequate ammunition, food, or water. No. 3 Company suffered 80 percent casualties and ceased to exist as a cohesive unit. Realizing that the enemy had penetrated to Mt Butler, Brigadier Lawson decided counter-attack was essential. Major A. B. Gresham of A Company, Winnipeg Grenadiers, was ordered to retake Mt Butler and clear Jardine's Lookout. The Canadians initially succeeded, with Warrant Officer 2 J. R. Osborne leading a bayonet charge, but a strong counter-attack by three Japanese companies drove them back by 2200 hours. The Canadians held firm until 1500 hours, when Gresham attempted surrender despite waving a white flag—the Japanese shot him regardless. In the chaos that followed, a Canadian killed a Japanese officer in response, triggering a grenade barrage. Warrant Officer Osborne caught the grenades and hurled them back as fast as they came, but one landed in an impossible position. Without hesitation, Osborne threw himself on the grenade to save his comrades. This act of supreme self-sacrifice earned him a Victoria Cross—the first Canadian VC of World War II. At dawn on the 19th, Maltby dispatched A Company of the 2 Royal Scots under Captain K. J. Campbell to reinforce the Gap, but they lost all their officers with only 15 men reaching Lawson's headquarters. A group of sailors under Commander A. L. Pears came from the south, but were ambushed en route; only a few reached the Postbridge—a house just south of the Gap—which became an isolated strongpoint. The 3/230th captured the police station perched on a mound at the southern point of the Gap, then swept eastward to seize the anti-aircraft guns of 7th Battery (barely 250 meters from brigade headquarters) and continued uphill toward Taitam Hill to capture additional 6-inch and 3.7-inch guns. Maltby's response was to call down final protective fire from the HKSRA in Happy Valley, inflicting massive casualties on the 3/230th. At 1000 hours on the 19th, Lawson reported that his headquarters was surrounded and he was about to "go outside and shoot it out." Captain H. A. Bush provided covering fire as Lawson and his entire staff, including Middlesex signallers, were cut down by machine-gun fire across the Gap. Lawson's body was discovered two days later halfway up the hill behind his headquarters, dead from a gunshot wound to the thigh. Lieutenant Kerfoot of the 2/14 Punjab with his three Bren carriers arrived minutes too late to save him. IJA who saw the fight made a note stating "he died heroically". At 1330 hours on the 19th, Maltby issued "Operation Order No. 6" calling for a massive counter-attack to commence 90 minutes later. The plan was ambitious: A and D Companies of the 2/14 Punjab were to attack east from Victoria to North Point to relieve the Hughsiliers, while HQ Company of the Winnipeg Grenadiers and the 2 Royal Scots were to attack the Gap and Jardine's Lookout. Eight field guns were promised but never materialized. There was no reconnaissance, no proper orders, and minimal coordination. The Canadians were to rendezvous with the 2 Royal Scots at Middle Gap at 1530 hours, but the Scots were late; the Canadians advanced without them. Captain Pinkerton of D Company, 2 Royal Scots, was ordered at the last minute to attack up Wongneichong Gap Road—the same route A Company had taken only seven hours earlier and been decimated—because it was reported as "lightly held." Captain A. M. S. Slater-Brown led the advance with three Bren carriers and attached engineers, followed by D Company of the Winnipeg Grenadiers. Just as the carriers reached the burnt-out trucks of A Company, they too were ambushed. Mortars and machine-gun fire rained down from Jardine's Lookout, where the Japanese occupied captured HKVDC pillboxes. Slater-Brown and 2nd Lieutenant Bell, the battalion intelligence officer, were killed instantly. The Royal Scots waited in the roadside ditches until 0200 hours before launching an attack on the police station, reaching the steps before Pinkerton was severely wounded. Captain Ford's composite company attack at 0300 hours also failed. Simultaneously, C Company under Lieutenant F. L. Stanier attacked Jardine's Lookout—also unsuccessfully. This series of piecemeal assaults cost the Royal Scots eight officers and 68 soldiers. Growing increasingly desperate, Maltby ordered Major Hodkinson, Officer Commanding HQ Company of the Winnipeg Grenadiers, to attack the Gap and proceed to Mt Parker. Requesting reinforcements from A Company and the Royal Scots, Hodkinson launched his assault with covering fire from Lieutenant Corrigan on Mt Nicholson. The Grenadiers managed to reach Mt Nicholson with only five unwounded men, though Corrigan's group advanced to within 300 meters of the Gap road. Then came an unexpected stroke of fortune: while skirting Mt Nicholson, Hodkinson's group stumbled upon approximately 500 Japanese—probably from the 3/230th—eating lunch without posting sentries. The Winnipeg Grenadiers unleashed devastating fire, inflicting heavy casualties. By 1745 hours, Hodkinson's force was only 100 meters from Repulse Bay Road. With four men and a 2-inch mortar, Hodkinson worked his way to the abandoned brigade headquarters, bringing 20 walking wounded with him. He established a foothold at the Gap, receiving orders to attack the police station at 2200 hours. Two HKVDC armoured cars with Vickers machine guns came in support, but accurate enemy fire disabled both. Like Pinkerton before him, Hodkinson reached near his objective before being severely wounded. For this action of determination and courage, Hodkinson was awarded the Distinguished Service Order. By the morning of the 20th, the Japanese had consolidated control of the Gap, but elements of D Company, Winnipeg Grenadiers, still held various pillboxes north of the position. Initially, 17 and 18 Platoons occupied forward positions with Company Headquarters and 16 Platoon in reserve, positioned across Wongneichong Road almost directly opposite brigade headquarters. Forward positions were rapidly overrun and cut off from the company. They fought without officers until withdrawal to battalion headquarters became necessary. With Captain A. S. Bowman killed and Captain R. W. Philips wounded, command fell to Lieutenant T. A. Blackwood. An attempt by B Company to relieve D Company on the evening of the 20th failed catastrophically, killing all officers and 29 men. With fewer than 50 men remaining—all wounded—Lieutenant Blackwood continued inflicting heavy casualties on the Japanese until 22 December, when exhaustion and the complete absence of ammunition, food, and water forced surrender. D Company killed over 200 Japanese soldiers. Post-war Japanese reports refused to believe that a single company had held the Gap for so long. For their stubborn defense, Philips and Blackwood were awarded the Military Cross, and three enlisted men received the Military Medal. The battle of Wongneichong Gap was characterized by fragmented planning and poor coordination. On the night of the 19th-20th, no fewer than three separate companies attacked the police station, with another company assaulting Jardine's Lookout—all within five hours, all independently organized by local commanders. Had these disparate actions been coordinated into a single simultaneous assault, fortress headquarters' objectives might well have been achieved. By the end of the 20th, the British had lost the vital ground of Wongneichong, though Postbridge House remained as an isolated holdout. For the Japanese, Wongneichong became the single costliest engagement since the invasion began, with over 800 casualties and the regimental commander of the 3/230th seriously wounded. 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.   Japanese landings on 18-19 December overwhelmed the East Brigade. Brigadier Lawson died defending the vital Gap. Desperate, uncoordinated counter-attacks by British and Canadian troops failed to dislodge the enemy. D Company Winnipeg Grenadiers held the position for four days against overwhelming odds before surrendering. The Japanese suffered 800 casualties but secured this critical strategic ground.

NOTE: Some telephone tones interrupted our conversation. They have been edited out! Beach Boys founding member Al Jardine joins Eye On Annapolis for a special bonus podcast ahead of his August 6 performance at Maryland Hall. Jardine discusses bringing the Pet Sounds Band back to Annapolis, performing alongside his son Matt and celebrating the music of the late Brian Wilson with many of the musicians Wilson personally selected for his touring band. The Maryland Hall show will feature Beach Boys favorites, early surf songs and deeper selections from "Pet Sounds" and "The Beach Boys Love You." Jardine also talks about his folk music roots, the story behind "Sloop John B," his new "Islands in the Sun" EP and more. Have a listen. LINKS: Al Jardine (Website) Al Jardine (Facebook) Al Jardine (X) Al Jardine (YouTube) Al Jardine (Instagram) Al Jardine (Spotify) Al Jardine (Tickets)

A Christchurch City Councillor says $200,000 to light up a CBD mural is money well spent - because small touches help bring people into the city. The lights were installed on Press Lane to address concerns it felt uninviting after dark. The Taxpayers' Union says the cash could have been better spent. Councillor Nathaniel Herz Jardine says creating a vibrant city requires choices that cost money. "The big problem with Courtenay Place, with Queen Street - partly, it's the pipes that are leaking - and also, there's no sense of fun. There's no sense of beauty and excitement in those cities." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Poet of the Week, June 22–28, 2026. Full text of the poem & interview: brooklynpoets.org/community/poet/jess-jardine

Today, my guest is Koliah Fuzzy Jardine. Fuzzy, as he's known, is the co-founder of HUI Mastermind. They empower Native Hawaiians and locals to build generational wealth through real estate investing in their homeland, the Pono Way. And in just a minute, we're going to speak with Fuzzy Jardine about his journey from prison to real estate investor.   https://www.instagram.com/hifuzz/  

J Darrin Gross I'd like to ask you, Fuzzy Jardine, what is the BIGGEST RISK?   Fuzzy Jardine Well, in the development space, and without what I'm doing today in the Hawaii market, it's one of the most expensive markets. Is the biggest risk is, I think not keep doing what I'm doing, right, investing in real estate, because it's only going to go like it's only going to go up, right? So, if you sit on the sidelines and waiting for the interest rates to drop, then it's going to be too late by the time you get started, you can keep waiting, waiting, waiting. So, I think that's one of the things for me, as a developer, the biggest risk is, you know, listening to the chatter outside, like I'm focusing on, I know what I do best, I know where I need to be buying in at, and I know what my building costs, you know, is that how much. Well, it, it costs, and then I know my end results. So, the, my biggest, the risk will be not to keep doing what I'm doing.   https://www.instagram.com/hifuzz/  

André Jardine se despidió del Club América ante medios de comunicación y aficionados, agradeciendo el cariño y el tiempo compartido, en el cual consiguieron 6 trofeos y el Tricampeonato de Liga MX. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

El enrenador brasileño se despidió en conferencia de prensa de la afición americanista y dio las razones de su salida del club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Acompáñanos en la mesa de ESPN Radio Fórmula a Ciro Procuna, Toño Rodríguez y Gustavo Mendoza para platicar de las noticias más importante en el mundo deportivo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

La mesa de Punto Final analiza y debate, ¿las ‘Águilas' le dieron la espalda al mejor técnico que han tenido en años? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Candice sits down with Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, a former federal inmate turned multimillion-dollar real estate investor and co-founder of the Hui Mastermind. Fuzzy shares his deeply personal journey from addiction, prison, and hopelessness to building generational wealth for his family and helping others create financial freedom through real estate investing in Hawaii.   In this episode, they discuss: How Fuzzy's prison sentence became the turning point that changed his life The books and mentors that helped reshape his mindset and future Why your environment and circle of influence matter so much How he built a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio starting with no money What it means to invest the “pono way” and serve the community ethically The realities of housing challenges in Hawaii and creating generational wealth Why asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do   No matter where you are starting from, this episode is a reminder that it is never too late to rewrite your story, rediscover your purpose, and create new possibilities for your future.    About Fuzzy: Kolaiah “Fuzzy” Jardine, co-founder of HUI Mastermind, empowers Native Hawaiians and locals to build generational wealth through real estate in their homeland, the Pono Way. A former drug addict and dealer who spent time in federal prison, Fuzzy built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio, including 100+ affordable homes and a $6 million rental portfolio. He uniquely teaches investing using Other People's Money and Time (OPM/OPT), making complex strategies accessible. Fuzzy's journey began from growing up with nothing, leading to addiction, drug dealing, and federal prison. His pivotal turning point came during incarceration, igniting his pursuit of real estate investing as a path to freedom and legacy. Through his unique experiences, Fuzzy developed the step-by-step HUI Framework to help aspiring investors ethically succeed in Hawaii's challenging market, proving that anyone can change their financial destiny. Website: https://www.fuzzyjardine.com, https://huimastermind.com/ Email: hifuzz@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InvestinginHawaii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hifuzz LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kolaiah-fuzzy-jardine-92388b13 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hifuzz Book: Priced Out of Paradisehttps://www.facebook.com/hifuzz ----- Connect with Candice Snyder! Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdr Passion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/ Go to FusionaryFormulas.com and use code PASSION (all capital letters) at checkout for 15% off your first order.  Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxation

Hotel developments are quietly disappearing and 'ghost communities' are on the rise as Christchurch's council has raised concerns over Airbnbs. Four motel and hotel operators urged elected members at a policy and planning committee meeting to support a mandatory registration system for short term accommodation providers. Councillor Nathaniel Herz Jardine wants Christchurch to take charge in rallying other councils to demand change. "All we ask for is...we need the data. It's not saying we want to ban them, it's not saying anything like that. It's just saying, at the moment, we're in this crazy situation where we're hiring compliance officers - they have to do stake outs and surfing online and fielding complaints about who's renting out what." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

El DT del América habla sobre la presión para su equipo en Liguilla del Clausura 2026, donde se enfrentan al líder del torneo, Pumas, que llega con gran empuje de Efraín Juárez para culminar de forma histórica un torneo sorprendente. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

¡Llegó la hora de la verdad en México y la tensión sube en Europa! A solo 41 días del Mundial 2026, arranca la Liguilla con clásicos explosivos y preocupaciones para la Selección Mexicana. En Fútbol de Primera, analizamos el panorama completo. Temas de hoy: ✅ Fuego en la Liguilla: América y Pumas se ven las caras en un Clásico Capitalino que podría marcar el fin de la era Jardine. Además, Juan Pablo Vigón enciende la previa: Tigres no tendrá piedad ante las Chivas de Guadalajara. ✅ Alarma para el Vasco: Edson Álvarez regresa con éxito, pero la noticia triste es la lesión de César Montes en Rusia. ¿Peligra el "Cachorro" para el Mundial 2026? La defensa del Tri está en vilo. ✅ Duelo de Estilos: Luis Enrique no se queda callado y le responde a Simeone sobre lo visto en el PSG-Bayern. Mientras tanto, el Atleti ya prepara la guerra de vuelta en las semifinales de Champions. ✅ Messi es Centenario: Leo llega a los 100 partidos con el Inter Miami. Repasamos el balance de "La Pulga" y su impacto histórico en la MLS. ✅ Nueva Era en Monterrey: Walter Erviti toma el mando como Director Deportivo de Rayados. ¿Qué prometió a la afición en su presentación oficial? ¡SUSCRÍBETE y comenta: ¿Quién avanza a semis: América o Pumas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Los Cuartos de Final del Clausura 2026 están por comenzar y el duelo Pumas vs América se lleva los reflectore. El irregular paso de Las Águilas pone en tela de juicio la continuidad del entrenador barsileño. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In This Episode Success is not determined by where you start—it is shaped by the systems you build and the choices you make along the way. In this episode, Adi Klevit interviews Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, co-founder of The HUI Real Estate Mastermind, about his powerful journey from adversity to building a scalable real estate business. Fuzzy shares how a shift in mindset during a difficult period of his life set him on a path toward entrepreneurship and long-term success. Adi and Fuzzy explore the early stages of rebuilding, where persistence, multiple jobs, and a strong "why" helped him regain stability. His introduction to real estate investing became a turning point, allowing him to move beyond trading time for money and begin building systems that generate ongoing income. The conversation highlights a critical systems principle: scalability requires structure. Fuzzy explains how documenting processes, creating repeatable workflows, and building the right team allowed his business to grow while operating independently. Today, his systems enable him to develop properties, manage rentals, and coach others—all without being involved in every detail.  

23 Nisan 1976 günü, İskoçya'nın Irvine kasabasında sıradan bir bahar günüydü. Sabah saat 10 civarı üç yaşındaki Sandy Jardine Davidson, küçük kız kardeşi Donna ile oyun oynuyordu. Bir ara bahçe kapısı açıldı, köpekleri Kissy dışarı fırladı. Sandy de onun peşinden gitti ama bir daha geri dönmedi.

23 Nisan 1976 günü, İskoçya'nın Irvine kasabasında sıradan bir bahar günüydü. Sabah saat 10 civarı üç yaşındaki Sandy Jardine Davidson, küçük kız kardeşi Donna ile oyun oynuyordu. Bir ara bahçe kapısı açıldı, köpekleri Kissy dışarı fırladı. Sandy de onun peşinden gitti ama bir daha geri dönmedi.

Most people blame their past. He used his to build his future. In this episode, we sit down with Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, a Hawaii-based real estate investor, developer, and co-founder of the HUI Mastermind who went from federal prison to building a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio focused on affordable housing. But this is not a get rich story. It is a change your life and bring everyone with you story. Fuzzy opens up about growing up in Hawaii, falling into the wrong environment, battling addiction, and ultimately using prison as the wake-up call that forced him to rewrite his future. From there, he became obsessed with learning, surrounding himself with the right people, and taking action when most people would have stayed stuck.    We break down how he went from cleaning windows for nine dollars an hour to building over 100 affordable homes, using creative strategies like other people's money to scale, and focusing on ethical investing through what he calls the “Pono Way.” His mission is bigger than himself. He is committed to helping locals stay in Hawaii despite rising costs, showing his community that ownership, investing, and generational wealth are actually possible for them too.   We also dive into his book, Priced Out of Paradise: How to Build Wealth Investing in Real Estate the Pono Way, where he lays out a practical roadmap for investing in Hawaii and breaking into real estate even in one of the most expensive markets in the world. This episode is packed with real strategy, mindset shifts, and a step-by-step look at how he built his business from nothing. If you have ever felt behind, stuck, or like your past defines you, this conversation will challenge that belief and show you what is actually possible. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Los expertos analizan si el técnico del América tiene su sitio en riesgo si las Águilas caen ante el Toluca; Chivas busca cerrar el torneo regular como líder; ¿Será "de trámite" para Pumas la visita al Atlético de San Luis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heriberto Murrieta, Ciro Procuna y Toño Rodríguez analizan lo más destacado del deporte a nivel mundial, con foco en la crisis del América y la sorpresiva eliminación del Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The big news last night, Club America and Cruz Azul exited the CONCACAF Champions Cup. What will be the repercussions for head coaches, Jardine & Larcamon?Netflix Mexico secures Gold Cup and Nations League TV RightsChivas get humbled by Tigres 4-1

¡Definidas las semifinales de la UEFA Champions League y noche de terror para la Liga MX! El Arsenal de Mikel Arteta sigue soñando tras eliminar al Sporting CP con un global de 1-0. Los "Gunners" sufrieron pero mantienen el orden y ahora se verán las caras ante el Atlético de Madriden un duelo táctico imperdible. Por otro lado, el Bayern Múnich de Vincent Kompany dio el golpe de autoridad. Tras la victoria 4-3 en Alemania, los bávaros hicieron valer su victoria en el Santiago Bernabéu para dejar fuera al Real Madrid. Ahora, el gigante alemán buscará frenar al PSG de Luis Enrique en semis. En la CONCACAF Champions Cup, ¡terremoto en México! El América de André Jardine firma un fracaso histórico al caer 0-1 en casa ante Nashville. Las Águilas no ganan desde marzo y la crisis es total. Por su parte, el Cruz Azul también se despide; a pesar de ganar la vuelta 1-0, el 3-0 de la idaante LAFC fue una losa imposible de levantar. Temas del día: ✅ Arsenal a Semis: Arteta resiste ante el Sporting y va contra el Atleti. ✅ Bayern elimina al Madrid: Kompany deja fuera al Rey de Europa. ✅ PSG vs Bayern: La semifinal de titanes que paralizará al mundo. ✅ Fracaso del América: Nashville silencia el Azteca y Jardine queda en la cuerda floja. ✅ Adiós al Cruz Azul: El triunfo insuficiente ante LAFC sentencia a la Máquina. #ChampionsLeague #RealMadrid #BayernMunich #Arsenal #ClubAmerica #CruzAzul #Concachampions #Futbol #MikelArteta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

La mesa de Punto Final analiza y debate, ¿se le acabó el ‘crédito' a André Jardine en el América? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

En Raza Deportiva analizan lo más destacado de la jornada 14 de la Liga MX, además profundizan en las declaraciones de Jardine y la goleada de Tigres a Guadalajara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adal Franco, Desireé Monsiváis, Jorge Pietrasanta y Cesár Caballero con el debate más picante del futbol mexicano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Astrology Love Forecast 2026: How to Find Love, Break Dating Patterns and Take Action in Modern Dating- Jill Jardine on Shot at Love Podcast- Aries Season, and How to Find Love in 2026 on Shot At Love .Your Astrology Dating Guide for Spring 2026. What does astrology say about love in 2026—and how can you finally find love, break toxic dating patterns, and attract a healthy relationship? In this powerful episode of Shot at Love Podcast, host Kerry Brett sits down with renowned astrologer, psychic healer, and spiritual teacher Jill Jardine to reveal a game-changing astrology love forecast for one of the most pivotal relationship cycles of the year. If you've been feeling stuck in modern dating, attracting the wrong partners, or wondering “when will I find love?”—this episode delivers the clarity you've been waiting for. Because according to astrology… everything is shifting now. After months of intense emotional recalibration, all planets are finally moving direct—creating a rare and powerful energetic window for: Finding love in 2026 -Taking action in dating -Breaking repetitive relationship cycles -Attracting aligned, soul-level partnerships -Moving forward with clarity and confidence This is not a passive “wait for love” phase. This is your take action and transform your love life moment. With bold Aries season energy, April 2026 ignites fast in dating and relationships, pushing you to: Make confident dating decisions Say yes to new opportunities for love Release outdated relationship patterns Step into courage, attraction, and authenticity This is the astrology that sparks instant attraction, magnetic chemistry and first dates and new beginnings. But here's the truth about dating during Aries season: Connections can ignite quicklyAttraction builds fastAnd potential love can be dismissed just as quickly That's why this episode is essential listening if you want to navigate modern dating without self-sabotage. One of the biggest shifts in this 2026 astrology dating forecast? A complete transformation in relationship standards and emotional tolerance. In today's dating world: Emotional unavailability is no longer acceptable Mixed signals are a dealbreaker Red flags are recognized instantly Settling is no longer an option This is a collective awakening in love, relationships, and dating consciousness. Are you ready to rise to the level of love you truly desire? Tune in to discover how to align with the current astrology, attract real love, and finally create the relationship you've been waiting for. You can listen to the complete update for free on our website Cosmic Scene – Jill Jardine Astrology, also on Apple Podcasts Cosmic Scene with Jill Jardine Podcast, Spotify, YouTube and most major podcast platforms. You can find the Cosmic Scene Podcast on Facebook, Follow Cosmic Scene on Instagram and LinkedIn, and even IMDB- mdb.com/title/tt26653684/. Be sure to follow us on and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, IMDB  #free#podcast#astrology Buy Jill's Book: https://jilljardine.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

La mesa más polémica del futbol mexicano debate sobre la estrategia que debería tomar Jardine en el juego de jornada 13 contra Santos Laguna con miras en asegurar puestos de Liguilla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

durée : 01:00:02 - par : Priscille Lafitte - L'artiste Yanowski s'est fait connaître par le cabaret fantastique dans le "Cirque des mirages" en duo avec le pianiste Fred Parker - ce portrait musical le dévoile sous un autre jour : amoureux de Rameau, de Poulenc et de Britten, de tango, de flamenco et de râgas d'Inde du Nord. - réalisation : Claire Lagarde, Maud Noury - invités : Yanowski Chanteur, compositeur et poète Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

La mesa de Punto Final analiza y debate,  ¿es André Jardine el mayor responsable de la crisis en América? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adal Franco, Dionisio Estrada, Tuca Ferretti y Jorge Pietrasanta debaten en la mesa de Fútbol Picante con los temas más relevantes del fútbol mexicano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

El América de Jardine ganó ante Querétaro y se preparan para la jornada de Champions Cup, donde el equipo tiene la deuda pendiente ante su afición. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

La obligación del América en la CONCACAF Champions Cup, así como su momento irregular en la Liga MX, le pone presión ante Philadelphia Union. ¿Qué podemos esperar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

¿El puesto de André Jardine está en riesgo si América no vence a Bravos? El cuerpo técnico de América se debilita: Paulo Víctor, auxiliar, dirigirá a la Sub-20 de Brasil; ¿Cómo calificar el primer año de Efraín Juárez en Pumas? ¿Quedó a deber Cruz Azul ante Santos pese a mantener el liderato? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Youngstown Phantoms take 2 of 3 on the weekend and officially punch their ticket to the dance. We break down the games and welcome special guest Evan Jardine to talk about the weekend, Dad's Weekend, and gearing up for the stretch run.Send a textAsk A Question! Merch Store Official WebsiteFacebook This recording is the sole view of the members of the Dump & Chase Podcast. This is a non-commercial fan production. We are not affiliated with or compensated by the Youngstown Phantoms, the United States Hockey League, or any league, club, or team. © 2026 Dump & Chase Podcast. All Rights Reserved

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Send a textThis week, Ed welcomes Hawaii-based real estate developer and educator Fuzzy Jardine to Real Estate Underground. Fuzzy shares his background growing up in Hawaii, getting into trouble with drugs and alcohol, going to prison, and using that time to educate himself with books like Rich Dad Poor Dad. After struggling to find work as an ex-con, he took multiple jobs, then invested $26,000 in real estate education after hearing about Fortune Builders, and learned to find deals through strategies like bandit signs and Craigslist ads. He explains how taking action led him from deal-finding to partnering with a local developer and eventually building 100+ affordable homes for local families on a more rural island, typically priced around $300K–$425K. Fuzzy talks about “The Pono Way,” emphasizing respectful, ethical investing, illustrated by a deal where a distressed homeowner was helped with housing, a car, and additional funds while the investors still profited. He also describes co-founding the Hui Mastermind with Asha Smith, including webinars, bus tours showing the full build process, meetups, and master classes teaching how to get started in real estate and fund deals without traditional bank financing. In a lightning round, Fuzzy says family is his main purpose, shares advice about being on time and owning mistakes quickly, reflects on saying yes too often and taking responsibility for a project headed toward a loss, and names motivators he follows on YouTube and podcasts. Check out Fuzzy's book, “Out of Paradise: How to Build Wealth Investing in Real Estate the Pono Way,” and shares where to find him online: fuzzyjardine.com, huimastermind.com, Instagram @hifuzzy, and YouTube “Investing in Hawaii.”00:00 Take Action Mindset00:11 Show Intro and Opportunity00:52 Meet Fuzzy Jardine01:54 From Prison to Real Estate05:58 Why Building Homes08:33 Finding Deals and First Partner10:03 Working Three Jobs to Learn12:30 The Pono Way Ethics15:58 Hui Mastermind Origins19:15 Lightning Round Purpose20:28 Mentors and Hard Lessons23:21 Books and Writing His Own24:43 Defining Success and Fun26:40 Where to Find Fuzzy27:24 Final Thanks and Call to ActionThis week's book: Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiElevista - Speed as a Service™Elevista Connect is the first AI-powered lead conversion system built for real estate investors. Heads up: If you find this week's book intriguing and you buy using our link, we receive a small commission that helps support the show. Thank you!

SummaryIn this episode, Patrick Patino interviews Shaun Jardine, a proponent of value-based pricing in the legal profession. They discuss the importance of understanding client value, the disconnect between clients and law firms, and the need for lawyers to empower themselves to say no to difficult clients. Shaun shares insights on the significance of pricing policies, the shift from billable hours to value-based pricing, and the role of technology in enhancing legal services. The conversation also touches on the metaphor of penguins as a symbol for change and the necessity for lawyers to embrace new practices to thrive in a competitive market.About ShaunShaun Jardine is an international keynote speaker, consultant, and non-practising solicitor, and a former CEO of a Top 250 UK law firm. He is the founder of Big Yellow Penguin and helpsprofessional services firms move beyond the billable hour to client-focused, value-based pricing. With 35+ years' experience, Shaun created the 8-P Point Plan™ and has worked with law firms in the UK and internationally to embed practical change. He is the author of Ditch the Billable Hour! and Ditch & Switch!, sharing proven frameworks and real-world pricing examples. Shaun also founded Legal GiGZ to bring order to the fragmented legal events world—creatinga single global directory for in-person “business of law” conferences so law firms, suppliers, speakers, and organisers can plan smarter, avoid date clashes, and maximise ROI. His message is clear: firms don't sell time—they deliver outcomes. In an AI-driven world, the focus should shift from SaaS to Outcomes as a Service (OAAS).https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunjardine/ https://www.bigyellowpenguin.co.uk/https://legalgigz.com/TakeawaysLawyers should charge for the value they create, not the time spent.Clients value different things, and understanding this is crucial.Empowering lawyers to say no can improve firm dynamics.Many firms write off a significant percentage of their booked work.Implementing change in pricing can lead to increased profitability.Clients are looking for outcomes, not just legal forms.Technology can streamline legal services and improve client experience.Change management is essential for law firms to adapt and thrive.Best practices from other industries can be applied to legal services.Standing out in a crowded market is vital for success.

Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, co-founder of HUI Mastermind, joins Brian Hamrick to share how he overcame adversity and built a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio across Hawaii—developing over 100 affordable homes for local families. From growing up in a multi-generational household on leased agricultural land and serving time in federal prison to becoming a real estate developer and mentor, Fuzzy's story is one of redemption, resilience, and purpose. In this episode, he reveals how he builds homes in Hawaii's lava zones, why he focuses on affordable housing, and how his "Pono Way" approach honors both the people and the land. You'll learn: How Hawaii's unique land and housing challenges create opportunities for developers What it takes to build in "lava zones" and why local lending still supports these projects The philosophy behind people before profits and respecting the land How Fuzzy scaled from $0 to over 150 completed homes How the HUI Mastermind is empowering Native Hawaiians and locals to build generational wealth

After serving time in federal prison, Fuzzy Jardine rebuilt his life—and went on to build 150+ affordable homes in Hawaii using values-driven real estate.In this episode of RealDealChat, Kolaiah “Fuzzy” Jardine shares one of the most powerful real estate journeys you'll hear—rising from a troubled past and federal prison sentence to becoming a successful developer focused on affordable housing for local families in Hawaii.Fuzzy walks through the mindset shift that changed everything, why investing in education (even when it felt impossible) was the turning point, and how surrounding himself with the right mentors accelerated his growth. We break down his first creative deal, how he learned development through partnerships, and how he now builds and sells brand-new homes at prices unheard of in Hawaii.You'll also hear why leading with people before profits matters, how values create better deals, how he funds projects entirely with other people's money, and why documenting your journey attracts partners naturally.This is a masterclass in resilience, alignment, and building real wealth the right way.

Licensed mental health counselor and author Jill Sylvester discusses strategies and tips, along with trusting your own inner voice, to live your very best life. Today's discussion: Guest Interview with Astrologer Jill Jardine   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of “The Other Side of Paradise,” Lynn Kawano details the difficulties Alvin Jardine III suffered after DNA cleared him of a home invasion rape, after he had already spent 20 years in prison. Jardine was homeless when he was found dead in the Haiku area of Maui in December, days after the Maui Police Department issued a missing person bulletin. He was the first person exonerated by the Hawaii Innocence Project in 2011. Learn more on HawaiiNewsNow.com.

Licensed mental health counselor and author Jill Sylvester discusses strategies and tips, along with trusting your own inner voice, to live your very best life.   Today's discussion: Guest Interview with Astrologer Jill JardineContact Jill SylvesterFollow us on IG @jillsylvesterSend us questions or feedback at jill@jillsylvester.comFor more information or to check out our other products: www.jillsylvester.comThanks to Carl Sylvester for production, Jon Grabowski for sound engineering, Tracy Colucci for newsletter creation, and Good Health in Hanover Massachusetts for sponsorship. With their support, the TYI podcast is made possible for YOU to gain personal development strategies and live your best life. Thanks for listening!

En Raza Deportiva analizan la actualidad de la Liga MX, la crisis que vive el América, el buen momento de Chivas con números perfectos y lo que se viene de la Selección Mexicana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

El mejor análisis de la jornada 3 del Clausura 2026, donde Chivas sigue con buen ritmo e ilusiona a sus aficionados con su paso perfecto y con el liderato momantáneo. Mientras que las Águilas tienen su peor inicio con Jardine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

El mejor análisis del Clausura 2026 en la Liga MX con la lista de pendientes que muetra el América de André Jardine, así como los lesionados y el ambiente que se vive con los de Coapa tras un inicio difícil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Pro Mindset® Podcast, host Craig Domann welcomes Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, a real estate mogul and former inmate, to discuss the transformative power of mindset. Fuzzy shares his journey from federal prison to founding a successful real estate coaching business, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts for personal growth. Discover how Fuzzy integrates faith, discipline, and community support into his daily routine, offering strategies for resilience and success. Whether you're navigating personal or professional challenges, Fuzzy's story provides valuable insights into achieving your best self. Episode Takeaways: 

Arrancamos el 2026 en Sin Llorar y lo hacemos en pleno incendio: Xabi Alonso ya dejó de ser el entrenador del Real Madrid. Analizamos qué fue lo que detonó el caos: ruptura de vestidor, falta de liderazgo, la pérdida de peso específico en decisiones internas y el fantasma de la autoridad extraviada. ¿Qué papel juega Álvaro Arbeloa en medio de todo este escenario? ¿Es una solución temporal, un plan B o un nombre para reconstruir?Pasamos a territorio mexicano porque volvió la Liga MX y Chivas arrancó con triunfo, mientras el Toluca se pregunta si realmente tiene plantel para aspirar al tricampeonato. Además, nos ponemos picantes con la pregunta que nadie quiere responder: ¿qué entrenador decepcionó más en el inicio? —¿Larcamón con Cruz Azul? ¿Jardine con América? ¿Efraín Juárez con Pumas? ¿O Torrent con Monterrey?Todo esto, con nuestro estilo directo y sin filtros… como siempre, Sin Llorar.#Futbol #RealMadrid #LigaMX #Chivas #Podcast #FutbolMexicano #SinLlorar¡Mándanos un mensaje!Support the show

Bio: Kolaiah "Fuzzy" Jardine, co-founder of HUI Mastermind, empowers Native Hawaiians and locals to build generational wealth through real estate in their homeland, the Pono Way. A former drug addict and dealer who spent time in federal prison, Fuzzy built a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio, including 100+ affordable homes and a $6 million rental portfolio. He uniquely teaches investing using Other People's Money and Time (OPM/OPT), making complex strategies accessible. Fuzzy's journey began from growing up with nothing, leading to addiction, drug dealing, and federal prison. His pivotal turning point came during incarceration, igniting his pursuit of real estate investing as a path to freedom and legacy. Through his unique experiences, Fuzzy developed the step-by-step HUI Framework to help aspiring investors ethically succeed in Hawaii's challenging market, proving that anyone can change their financial destiny. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Fuzzy's site HUI Mastermind site Fuzzy on Instagram Paul's services Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

En raza Deportiva analizan la eliminación de Chivas y el momento clave: el penalti fallado por Chicharito Hernández, además comentan sobre el futuro de Milito. Asimismo señalan los errores de Jardine que hundieron al América. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices