Podcast appearances and mentions of jimmy lai

The Imprisonment of Jimmy Lai and the Future of Hong Kong. Guest: Mark Clifford and Gordon Chang. Jimmy Lai has spent over 2,000 days in prison, becoming a symbol of resistance against the Chinese Communist Party. His fate mirrors that of Hong Kong, which is transforming into a national security state where surveillance and espionage extend to international cities like London. 11918

STREAM MAKING-JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING GORDON CHANG, MARK CLIFFORD, REBECCA GRANT, CHARLES BURTON, 6-24-26.1906These transcripts from The John Batchelor Show explore several interconnected global crises, beginning with a severe heat wave across Europe and the potential emergence of a "Godzilla" El Niño event. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on the plight of Jimmy Lai, a prominent Hong Kong dissident currently held in solitary confinement by the Chinese government, which analysts interpret as a symbol of the city's eroding freedoms. Further segments detail Chinese espionage efforts in London and the U.S. Navy's tactical control over the Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian claims of a blockade. The sources also examine Canada's complex relationship with China, noting a public perception of threat contrasted by government attempts to diversify trade. Finally, the dialogue highlights shifting Pacific alliances, specifically the growing defense cooperation between Canada and the Philippines as a countermeasure to Chinese expansionism.

SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOCR SHOW, 6-24-2026MEXICO CITYThe Imprisonment of Jimmy Lai and the Future of Hong Kong. Guest: Mark Clifford and Gordon Chang. Jimmy Lai has spent over 2,000 days in prison, becoming a symbol of resistance against the Chinese Communist Party. His fate mirrors that of Hong Kong, which is transforming into a national security state where surveillance and espionage extend to international cities like London. 1US Navy Control and the Opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Guest: Rebecca Grant and Gordon Chang. Despite Iranian claims of closure, the US Navy maintains tactical control over the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring sea lanes remain open for international shipping. Advanced mine-clearing technology and persistent patrols have neutralized threats, though economic signals like the Jones Act waiver remain points of discussion. 2Canadian Public Opinion on the Chinese Threat and US Trade. Guest: Charles Burton and Gordon Chang. A majority of Canadians perceive China as a threat following revelations of election interference and malign influence operations. Meanwhile, concerns grow regarding the reliability of the United States as a partner under the Trumpadministration and the potential abrogation of the USMCA trade agreement. 3Strengthening Defense Ties Between the Philippines and Canada. Guest: Charles Burton and Gordon Chang.Canada is deepening security cooperation with the Philippines to counter Chinese expansionism in the South China Sea. This partnership includes logistical agreements and military training, even as Canada faces challenges protecting its own Arctic sovereignty against increasing Russian and Chinese strategic reach in the North. 4Ukrainian Drone Attacks Cripple Russian Oil Infrastructure. Guest: Michael Bernstam. Cheap Ukrainian drones have successfully targeted Russian refineries and fuel transport, causing significant shortages of gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel. This technological warfare has forced Russia to ban exports and implement rationing, as traditional air defense systems struggle to counter swarms of small, maneuverable drones. 5Declining Russian Oil Production and the Shadow Fleet. Guest: Michael Bernstam. Russian oil production is falling due to aging fields and a lack of investment, failing to meet OPEC quotas. While Russia utilizes a "shadow fleet" to bypass sanctions, it must offer steep discounts to India and China as Brent crude prices decline and fiscal pressures mount. 6European Heatwave, Commodity Prices, and UK Political Shifts. Guest: Simon Constable. A "Godzilla El Niño" has triggered record-breaking heatwaves across Europe, impacting energy demand and agriculture. Amid falling Brent crude prices, attention shifts to UK politics, where the potential rise of Andy Burnham within the Labour Party signals a move toward higher taxes and increased government spending. 7The Infrastructure and Economic Impact of Data Centers. Guest: Simon Constable. Data centers have become essential infrastructure for AI development, consuming vast amounts of water and electricity. While they provide significant tax revenue for localities, particularly in states like Virginia and Texas, their construction often faces local opposition due to their immense resource requirements and costs. 8Colombia's Presidential Shift Toward Security and Law and Order. Guest: Evan Ellis. Abelardo de la Espriellaappears to have won the Colombian presidency, promising a crackdown on insecurity and organized crime modeled after El Salvador's policies. His victory signals a likely return to strong security cooperation with the United States and a departure from the policies of Gustavo Petro. 9Keiko Fujimori and the Return of the Fujimori Dynasty. Guest: Evan Ellis. Keiko Fujimori has likely secured the Peruvian presidency, narrowly defeating her socialist opponent through overseas votes. Her administration faces a deeply divided nation, widespread illegal mining, and cocaine production, but may benefit from a new bicameral Congress intended to provide greater political stability than previous years. 10Political Instability in Bolivia and Regional Alliances. Guest: Evan Ellis. President Rodrigo Paz has survived a 50-day crisis in Bolivia after declaring a state of emergency to clear blockades led by Evo Morales. While regional allies have supported Paz, Brazil's absence from this coalition highlights President Lula's role as a principal counterweight to US influence. 11Mexico's Economic Growth and USMCA Renegotiation Tensions. Guest: Evan Ellis. The Mexican economy saw its sharpest expansion in five years, yet the upcoming USMCA renegotiation creates significant uncertainty. While Mexicoattempts to appease the US through high-level investigations into cartel-linked officials, the Sheinbaum government remains hesitant to fully confront powerful political figures within its own party. 12Pope Leo XIV's Warning on Artificial Intelligence. Guest: Peter Berkowitz. In a 43,000-word encyclical, Pope Leo XIV warns that artificial intelligence risks dehumanizing society and excluding God from the human experience. While acknowledging technological benefits, the Pope emphasizes the danger of treating humans as mere means and the erosion of authentic human relationships in favor of machines. 13AI in Education and the Necessity of Liberal Learning. Guest: Peter Berkowitz. The rise of AI in academia tempts students to bypass the essential struggle of thinking, leading to intellectual atrophy. Educators argue that liberal education is now more vital than ever to help students cultivate a flourishing mind and recognize the limitations of technological shortcuts. 14Private Innovation and Infrastructure Challenges in Space. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. SpaceX successfully defeated legal challenges in Texas while NASA's aging infrastructure faces funding gaps and restrictive laws. Meanwhile, private startups like Catalyst are attempting robotic satellite rescues, signaling a shift toward a capitalist model in space operations as government agencies struggle with delays and inefficiencies. 15New Discoveries in Planetary Science and Cosmology. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. The Lucy probe's flyby of asteroid Donaldjohanson revealed a "tumbling peanut" shape, providing insights into its 155-million-year history. Additionally, observations of asymmetric radio galaxies highlight galactic movement through the intergalactic medium, while debates continue among cosmologists regarding the existence and properties of dark energy. 16One correction folded in: Labour Party (UK spelling) in file 7. I also expanded the file 9 headline's "Law Order" to "Law and Order" — flag if you wanted it left verbatim.

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Jimmy Lai, the billionaire businessman who has become a symbol of democracy

Michael McFaul discusses the Mar-a-Lago meeting between Trump and Xi, supporting the concept of "peace through strength" but emphasizing that engaging autocrats should not mean abandoning democratic values. He argues that the United States must work harder to keep allies united and should explicitly advocate for human rights during high-level meetings. Raising individual cases of repression, such as that of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong, serves to inspire "small D democrats" living under tyranny. McFaul advocates for a self-help alliance system among democracies to counter cooperation between Russia, China, and Iran. (6)

In this episode, you'll hear how an immigrant entrepreneur leveraged authenticity, storytelling, and smart content strategy to turn a resume platform into a powerful engine for referrals, hiring, and personal brand.   In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Jimmy Lai discuss: Using LinkedIn as an “Instagram” for lawyers and professionals Immigration journey, E-2 visa risk, and launching a law firm from scratch Clarifying goals on LinkedIn: clients, brand, or relationships Authenticity, lived experience, and personal storytelling in content Hooks, comments, and practical tactics to grow reach and engagement   Key Takeaways: Treating LinkedIn as a place to learn, be entertained, and build real relationships can transform it from a static resume into a dynamic growth channel. Before posting, get crystal clear on whether your primary goal is client acquisition, personal branding, or relationship-building, and let that drive your strategy. Consistent content built around a few focused pillars and rooted in lived experience tends to outperform generic, “professional-only” posts. Engagement doesn't start with posting; thoughtful, value-adding comments can be the safest and most effective way to warm up and build relationships. Sustainable business growth often requires letting go of the need to do everything yourself and delegating to capable people who can reliably handle 80% of the work.   "My big mistake as an entrepreneur was thinking that I'm the best at everything, and I need to do everything myself… we didn't hit exponential growth until I was ready to let go." —  Jimmy Lai   Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again.   Join the Be That Lawyer Community and connect with ambitious lawyers who are serious about growing their book of business, strengthening their brand, and becoming confident, consistent rainmakers.   Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/   Thank you to our Sponsor! LEX Reception: https://www.lexreception.com/partners/bethatlawyer Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/ Lawyer.com: https://www.lawyer.com/   Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/   About Jimmy Lai: Drawing from a diverse, multicultural background and a multilingual K-12 education spanning Taiwan, the United States, Japan, Germany, and England, Jimmy has always possessed a global perspective. This unique background, combined with his experience as an international student, fueled his passion for immigration law and his desire to help others achieve the American Dream. After earning his undergraduate marketing degree from the University of Central Oklahoma—where he was honored as the sole recipient of the prestigious Top Central Man award—he went on to complete his JD/MBA at the University of Oklahoma in 2021. Rather than taking the conventional route of joining an established firm as a junior associate, Jimmy co-founded Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC in 2022 alongside his close friend Braden Turner to "do law differently." As the firm's managing attorney, Jimmy has guided Lai & Turner through rapid growth, expanding its services from immigration to include estate planning, criminal defense, real estate, and personal injury, all while ensuring every client receives premier representation rooted in the firm's core values.   Connect with Jimmy Lai:   Website: https://www.laiturnerlaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmylai-jdmba   Connect with Steve Fretzin: LinkedIn: Steve Fretzin Twitter: @stevefretzin Instagram: @fretzinsteve Facebook: Fretzin, Inc. Website: Fretzin.com Email: Steve@Fretzin.com Book: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more! YouTube: Steve Fretzin Call Steve directly at 847-602-6911   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

Leadership in a law firm requires more than just legal expertise, it demands strategic delegation and authentic communication. In this episode, Jimmy Lye shares his journey from international student to successful law firm owner, highlighting the importance of treating your team as partners and fostering a growth culture.Jimmy discusses how leveraging LinkedIn helped him attract top talent, connect with professionals, and generate client referrals. He emphasizes the value of delegating operations and marketing tasks to trusted leaders, freeing up time to focus on strategic growth and client service.In this episode you'll learn: The importance of leadership over technical prowess How to build trust and delegate effectively Strategies for leveraging LinkedIn for hiring and business development The mindset shift needed to embrace vulnerability and growth Practical steps to foster culture and retain talented team members This conversation offers actionable insights into leadership, scaling, and managing a profitable, healthy law firm. It's a practical guide for owners looking to lead thoughtfully and grow intentionally.Today's episode is sponsored by The Managing Partners Mastermind. Click here to schedule an interview to see if we're a fit: https://arraydigital.com/the-managing-partners-mastermind/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Law Firm Leaders: LinkedIn Is Worth Its Weight(00:00:51) - Managing a Law Firm(00:01:35) - How to become a LinkedIn Influencer(00:02:15) - Startup entrepreneur Jimmy Lai on How to Get Out of Debt(00:06:46) - Are You the Best Lawyer in the Firm?(00:14:00) - Having a CFO in the business(00:14:43) - How LinkedIn is helping my Law Firm(00:15:49) - How to Use LinkedIn to Gain a Lead(00:21:26) - How to Inspire the Law Firm's Team on LinkedIn(00:25:56) - Keep Your Employees Happy or Go for It(00:30:09) - How to get yourself out there on LinkedIn

The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum – Jimmy Lai's imprisonment in Hong Kong highlights the growing clash between Communist Chinese authority and fundamental freedoms. Apple Daily's pro-democracy voice draws prosecution under national security laws, while Amnesty International and global advocates call for Lai's release and warn that free speech, human dignity, and rights remain under attack today...

The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum – Jimmy Lai's imprisonment in Hong Kong highlights the growing clash between Communist Chinese authority and fundamental freedoms. Apple Daily's pro-democracy voice draws prosecution under national security laws, while Amnesty International and global advocates call for Lai's release and warn that free speech, human dignity, and rights remain under attack today...

TESTO DELL'ARTICOLO ➜ https://www.bastabugie.it/8561TRUMP RICORDA A XI JINPING L'INGIUSTO ARRESTO DI JIMMY LAIdi Roberto de Mattei Durante il suo viaggio in Cina, il presidente americano Trump ha sollevato con il presidente comunista cinese Xi Jinping la questione di Jimmy Lai, detenuto dal 2020 in una prigione di Hong Kong. Trump ha riferito così l'esito del colloquio: "Direi che la risposta non è stata positiva. Ha detto che è stato una specie di incubo per lui". Ma chi è Jimmy Lai?Jimmy Lai, pseudonimo di Chee-Ying Lai, è nato a Canton nel 1947 in una famiglia poverissima e conobbe fin dall'infanzia le privazioni e le violenze della Cina comunista. Ancora adolescente riuscì a fuggire clandestinamente a Hong Kong, allora colonia britannica, dove iniziò a lavorare come operaio tessile. Grazie a una straordinaria capacità imprenditoriale, costruì in pochi decenni un vero impero economico nel settore dell'abbigliamento e dell'editoria, diventando uno degli uomini più noti della città. Convertitosi al cattolicesimo, Jimmy Lai maturò progressivamente la convinzione che la libertà economica dovesse accompagnarsi alla libertà politica e religiosa. Per questo motivo mise la propria ricchezza, la propria influenza e i suoi giornali al servizio della difesa delle libertà civili di Hong Kong, minacciate dall'espansione del controllo del regime comunista cinese. Dopo l'imposizione della legge sulla sicurezza nazionale da parte della Cina, Lai divenne uno dei simboli della resistenza democratica di Hong Kong. Arrestato più volte dalla polizia locale, ormai strettamente subordinata al potere di Pechino, subì processi sempre più duri e restrizioni crescenti della libertà personale. Nonostante l'età avanzata e la possibilità di lasciare il Paese, rifiutò di abbandonare Hong Kong, scegliendo di condividere il destino del suo popolo.Nel febbraio 2026 è stato condannato a vent'anni di reclusione per "sedizione" e "cospirazione" contro il regime comunista.IL REGIME MAOISTALa sua vicenda si inserisce nella lunga storia delle persecuzioni in Cina, che inizia fin da quando il regime maoista ha conquistato il potere nel 1949, imponendo un controllo totale sulla società attraverso il terrore ideologico e la repressione. Nel caso del cattolicesimo, il problema principale per il regime era la fedeltà al Papa, considerata incompatibile con la sovranità ideologica dello Stato socialista. Per questo negli anni Cinquanta Pechino creò la "Associazione Patriottica" cinese, una struttura controllata dal Partito destinata a costruire una Chiesa "indipendente" da Roma. I vescovi e i sacerdoti che rifiutarono di aderire alla nuova organizzazione furono accusati di essere "controrivoluzionari" o "agenti imperialisti". Molti finirono, senza processo, nei laogai, i campi di lavoro forzato del sistema repressivo cinese.Tra le figure simbolo della persecuzione vi è Ignatius Kung Pin-mei, vescovo di Shanghai, arrestato nel 1955 insieme a centinaia di sacerdoti e fedeli. Trascorse oltre trent'anni tra carcere e isolamento per essersi rifiutato di rompere la comunione con il Papa. Un'altra figura emblematica fu Fan Xueyan, vescovo clandestino di Baoding, arrestato ripetutamente e morto nel 1992 in circostanze mai chiarite dopo anni di torture e detenzione. Gerolamo Fazzini nel suo Libro rosso dei martiri cinesi (Edizioni San Paolo, 2006) raccoglie la testimonianza di quattro cattolici esemplari: Gaetano Pollio, arcivescovo di Kaifeng, arrestato e mandato ai lavori forzati per sei mesi; Domenico Tang, gesuita, arcivescovo di Canton, detenuto per 22 anni, dato già per morto anche dalla sua famiglia; padre Leone Chan, 4 anni e mezzo di carcere, uno dei primi sacerdoti a far conoscere in Occidente l'incubo comunista cinese per essere riuscito a fuggire nel 1962; Giovanni Liao Shouji giovane catechista cinese anche egli internato per oltre 22 anni nei laogai, Condannati con procedimenti farsa sulla base di crimini mai compiuti furono costretti a torture e umiliazioni di ogni genere mentre in Europa, negli anni Sessanta - annota Fazzini - il verbo del maoismo veniva propagandato come il "volto buono" del comunismo, arruolando simpatizzanti anche in casa cattolica. UNA TESTIMONIANZARobert W. Greene (1911- 2003) un missionario americano in Cina, della congregazione di Maryknoll, ha raccontato a sua volta la sua testimonianza di fede durante la persecuzione comunista in Cina negli anni Cinquanta. Dopo la vittoria dei comunisti di Mao Zedong, padre Greene fu arrestato dalle autorità comuniste, accusato di essere una "spia americana" e sottoposto a lunghi interrogatori, umiliazioni e torture. Rimase prigioniero e arrivò persino a essere condannato a morte e destinato alla decapitazione durante la persecuzione anticristiana del 1952, ma venne improvvisamente liberato e deportato a Hong Kong. Una delle immagini più ricordate della sua prigionia è quella del sacerdote che, privo del rosario, utilizzava fiammiferi spezzati per contare le Ave Maria nella cella. Dopo il ritorno negli Stati Uniti, Robert Greene continuò a testimoniare pubblicamente la situazione della Chiesa perseguitata in Cina attraverso conferenze e scritti. La sua autobiografia Calvario in Cina, L'ultimo parroco di Tong'an, è stata pubblicata lo scorso anno in italiano dalla casa editrice Ares. In un articolo sul quotidiano "Libero" (Quando il comunismo cinese cominciò a conquistare il mondo, 7 dicembre 2025), attraverso le testimonianze drammatiche di padre Greene, Antonio Socci ha ricordato come funzionava la macchina infernale del maoismo: bambini trasformati in delatori, famiglie distrutte dalla propaganda e persecuzioni contro i cristiani e gli oppositori. Per decenni, migliaia di cristiani hanno subito arresti, torture, lavori forzati e morte nei campi di rieducazione. Secondo gli studi del PIME, il Pontificio Istituto per le Missioni Straniere, migliaia di sacerdoti e religiosi scomparvero durante le campagne maoiste, specialmente nel periodo della Rivoluzione culturale (1966-1976), quando chiese, monasteri e seminari vennero devastati dalle Guardie Rosse. Molte delle loro storie sono rimaste nascoste dietro la censura del regime, ma missionari, storici e testimoni hanno progressivamente ricostruito il dramma della Chiesa perseguitata in Cina che purtroppo sembra dimenticata dalla Ostpolitik della Santa Sede, mentre il dittatore comunista Xi Jinping continua a proclamarsi discepolo di Mao Zedong.

Sam Brownback, the former senator, governor, and ambassador, outlines the strategic importance of religious freedom in confronting China, the role of the U.S. in supporting persecuted faith communities, and the potential for religion to influence foreign policy. The discussion with Mark Simon and Christian Whiton on "Domino Theory" highlights the intersection of human rights, national security, and moral leadership.Brownback is the author of the new book, "China's War on Faith." Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest01:39 Religious Freedom as a Strategic Issue05:34 The Role of the U.S. in Promoting Religious Freedom10:48 The Vatican's Approach to China15:07 The Need for a Unified Moral Stance20:11 Retail Politics and Religious Freedom24:06 Surprises in Writing About China28:11 The Story of Jimmy Lai and Its Implications33:58 Future Directions for U.S.-China Relations

Summits between US and Chinese leaders are important events. They provide opportunities to discuss sensitive issues, manage friction, and to identify ways to solve problems and promote cooperation where possible. A great deal of preparation usually goes into a US-China summit, involving hundreds of phone calls, virtual, and in-person meetings between US and Chinese officials.   The May 14-15 summit in Beijing was atypical, perhaps not surprisingly since Donald Trump is a very atypical president. Today we are going to talk about the summit – the process and well as the outcomes and the implications for the US-China relationship and American interests.  Joining us today to talk about these issues is Sarah Beran. Sarah Beran was senior director for China and Taiwan affairs in the National Security Council during the Biden administration from 2022 to 2024. She was subsequently deputy chief of mission at the US Embassy in Beijing. At the NSC, she led strategic preparations for multiple summits between President Joe Biden and Xi Jinping. After her 23 years in government service, Sarah joined Macro Advisory Partners.   Timestamps:   [00:00] Introduction   [01:45] Differences in Preparing for the Summit   [03:33] What Was Missing from Trump's Itinerary   [08:18] US and Chinese Objectives for the Summit   [12:30] Constructive Strategic Stability as a Framework   [18:09] Iran, North Korea, and Denuclearization in Chinese Policy [23:55] Tension over Taiwan Language   [29:15] Potential Reactions to Trump Calling President Lai   [30:12] Future of US-China Relations and Ally Reactions 

Focusing on U.S. leadership, Michael McFaul discusses the importance of "peace through strength" while maintaining robust alliances with fellow democracies. He critiques recent U.S. foreign policy for causing doubt among allies and urges a return to a values-based approach that supports dissidents like Jimmy Lai. McFaul warns of a "self-help alliance" between Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, who cooperate to sustain their respective regimes. To counter this, he argues that the "small-D democrats" of the world must remain united and vocal about human rights. Supporting global liberty requires both military preparedness and moral clarity. (6/8)1900 BRUSSELS

As Catholics around the world await Pope Leo XIV's encyclical on AI coming out early next week, Father Robert Spitzer joins to discuss what we might expect from the document especially as it pertains to the dangers of artificial intelligence and the impact this new digital arena is having on the economy. As creator of his own AI tools, the EWTN host also discusses why theologically sound AI concepts must be developed to combat the secular nature of so many mainstream options that have led to depression and even death among teens. On the heels of the White House administration's trip to China, former ambassador-at-large of international religious freedom Sam Brownback joins to discuss his new book and the many grievances of the Chinese Communist Party. He also sheds light on the fate of Jimmy Lai and so many other faithful that are being held on trumped-up charges. Msgr. Roger Landry also joins as we prepare our hearts for Pentecost Sunday. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

What should the United States realistically expect from high-level diplomacy with China — and where are the real risks in the relationship? In this episode of The China Desk, host Steve Yates is joined by Andrew Harding, Policy Analyst for National Security and Indo-Pacific Affairs at The Heritage Foundation, for a detailed breakdown of President Trump's recent summit with Xi Jinping and the broader future of U.S.-China relations. Harding explains how the Heritage Foundation developed a framework for evaluating the summit — identifying what would constitute favorable outcomes for the United States, what risks to avoid, and how to think strategically about long-term competition with China. The discussion explores how the summit ultimately functioned less as a transformational moment and more as a “maintenance check” on an increasingly competitive relationship between Washington and Beijing. Major topics include: • Expectations surrounding the Trump–Xi summit • Favorable vs unfavorable outcomes for U.S. policy • Rare earths, export controls, and AI competition • Why advanced semiconductor restrictions matter • China's role in fentanyl trafficking and leverage • Taiwan and concerns over shifting U.S. policy language • Agricultural trade and strategic economic competition • China's support for Iran and geopolitical implications • Human rights concerns, including Jimmy Lai and religious persecution • Why the U.S.–China relationship remains structurally competitive • The future of AI rivalry between Washington and Beijing • Strategic dependencies and supply chain vulnerabilities The episode also dives into Harding's earlier work on the Pacific Islands and the Compacts of Free Association (COFA), highlighting why the region has become increasingly important in the context of U.S.-China competition. Additional topics include: • Chinese influence operations in the Pacific Islands • Why Palau, Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands matter strategically • Heritage Foundation's role in supporting COFA renewal efforts • The “Pacific Pivot” strategy for long-term U.S. engagement A major takeaway from the conversation is that future U.S.-China engagement should focus on protecting American strategic advantages — especially in AI, advanced technology, and national security — while avoiding concessions that weaken U.S. leverage. The episode closes with a broader discussion on what to watch for ahead of a possible future Xi visit to the United States and why export controls and AI competition may become the defining issue of the next phase of U.S.-China relations. 00:00 — Intro + Andrew Harding joins 02:08 — From Russia to China policy work 06:21 — Pacific Islands strategy and COFA agreements 10:14 — Heritage's “Pacific Pivot” strategy 11:16 — Expectations for the Trump–Xi summit 13:53 — Favorable outcomes for the U.S. 16:19 — Unfavorable outcomes and red lines 19:09 — Did the summit accomplish anything? 22:06 — Engagement vs strategic competition 27:07 — Preparing for a future Xi visit to the U.S. 32:19 — What to watch next: AI and export controls 35:23 — Final thoughts + closing Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text MessageThis is a video and audio podcast:   video hereThe loudest take on the U.S. China summit was that it went nowhere. We see something else: a negotiation structure being built in real time, with the next high-stakes round already scheduled in Washington just 90 days out. Using Michael Pillsbury's The Hundred-Year Marathon as our guide, we break down what matters beneath the ceremony and why patience, timelines, and leverage decide more than headlines.We start with the overlooked signal: Trump doesn't travel with only diplomats, he brings business power. Nvidia, Apple, and Tesla are not props, they represent AI chip constraints, supply chain exposure, and major foreign investment inside China. When CEOs are part of the trip, “trade talks” become a live map of technology controls, market access, and capital flows. That changes how you should read every public line about jets, tariffs, and “stalemates.”Then we walk through Beijing's pre-summit red lines and the chips that remain unspent: the unresolved Taiwan arms package, Iran sanctions relief floated but not signed, and a human rights flashpoint placed on the global record with the name Jimmy Lai. The biggest story, though, is September. A compressed timeline forces decisions, limits delay tactics, and raises the value of every card both sides are holding.Finally, we get to the twist Pillsbury couldn't fully account for in 2015: oil and energy pressure. If sanctions enforcement tightens supply routes and China's growth machine needs fuel, how does that reshape U.S. negotiating leverage, Iran's survival calculus, and the price of a deal?Key Points from the Episode:• framing the Beijing meeting as an opening move, not an ending  • bringing Nvidia, Apple, and Tesla as real economic leverage  • why AI chips, supply chains, and foreign investment shape diplomacy  • putting Jimmy Lai on the record as a strategic signal  • testing China's “four red lines” without spending key chips  • keeping the Taiwan arms package unresolved as leverage  • floating Iran sanctions relief without signing anything  • why a 90-day timeline shifts bargaining power  • the oil constraint Pillsbury could not predict, and what it means for China and Iran  • the closing question: spend the sanctions chip or hold it   Be sure to check out our show page at teammojoacademy.com, where we have everything we discussed in this podcast as well as other great resources.

1. Founding of the U.S. and AOC The Declaration of Independence (1776) and Constitution (~1787–1789) created the foundation of American democracy. These founding principles (e.g., “all men are created equal”) are portrayed as morally correct ideals, even though the country initially practiced slavery. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) and the left: They misinterpret U.S. history (e.g., framing the Revolution as anti-billionaire rather than anti-monarchy). They promote “ignorance” and misinformation about democracy and capitalism. They portray progressive ideology: Anti-law enforcement Supportive of open borders Fear-based (e.g., warnings about government overreach) Detention systems (like ICE facilities) are reasonable for enforcing law, not tools of oppression. Historical examples of mass detention (e.g., Soviet gulags, China, etc.) are linked to leftist governments, suggesting a warning about expanding state power. Republicans led abolition and civil rights gains, while Democrats historically supported slavery and segregation. 2. Virginia Supreme Court & Redistricting Dispute A Virginia redistricting plan heavily favoring Democrats (10–1 advantage) was struck down by the Virginia Supreme Court. Democrats responded by proposing structural changes (e.g., court reforms) to regain power. This is framed as an attempt to undermine judicial independence. Mentions a ruling that: Racial gerrymandering is unconstitutional. The ruling limits how districts can be drawn based on race. The speaker claims Democrats rely on such practices to maintain political control. 3. China Policy and Political Prisoners The final section shifts to foreign policy: A bipartisan U.S. Senate resolution (passed 100–0) urges the President to: Raise cases of political prisoners in China (e.g., Jimmy Lai, detained pastors). Key takeaway: The U.S. is encouraged to use diplomatic pressure to promote human rights and religious freedom. There are three priorities in talks with China: Human rights advocacy (release of detainees) Economic interests (trade, Boeing deals, agriculture exports) Geopolitics (China’s influence over Iran) Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

L'émission 28 minutes du 16/05/2026 Au programme : le masculinisme comme enjeu de sécurité publique, un moteur de recherche allemand pour traquer ses ancêtres nazis, la condamnation de l'ancien magnat de la presse prodémocratie de Hong Kong Jimmy Lai, des crues historiques dans l'Hexagone, le sosie de Giorgia Meloni peint sur une fresque italienne. Puis trois invités prennent place autour de la table avec nos clubistes : Sarah Mohamed-Gaillard, historienne, qui publie “Géopolitique de l'Océanie” (éditions Le Cavalier bleu), dans lequel elle décrit les dynamiques de cette “mer d'îles” ; Pierre Lapointe, auteur, compositeur, interprète canadien, qui sort une réédition de son dernier album "10 chansons démodées pour ceux qui ont le coeur abîmé" et Ana Carla Maza, violoncelliste, chanteuse et compositrice franco-cubaine, qui présente son nouvel album “Alamar”. Enfin, Natacha Triou nous invite à méditer sur l'irrésistible envie de connaître ce qui nous est caché et retrouvez Dérive des continents de Benoît Forgeard qui se demande : que deviennent les couleurs lorsque nous ne les regardons pas ? 28 minutes est le magazine d'actualité d'ARTE, présenté par Élisabeth Quin du lundi au jeudi à 20h05. Renaud Dély est aux commandes de l'émission le vendredi et le samedi. Ce podcast est coproduit par KM et ARTE Radio. Enregistrement 16 mai 2026 Présentation Renaud Dély Production KM, ARTE Radio

Claire Lai joins Brian Kilmeade to react to the President's recent comments regarding her father, pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai. After the President admitted that freeing the 77-year-old prisoner is a "tough one" for President Xi, Claire shares her perspective on the administration's commitment and the dire conditions her father faces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We learn more about Rerum Novarum, the 135-year-old document by Pope Leo XIII that still shapes the Church today. Meanwhile, Trump pushes for progress on the case of Catholic political prisoner Jimmy Lai.

President Donald Trump said on Friday that Taiwan was a major topic of discussion during his summit with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping and added that he had not yet decided whether to proceed with a major U.S. arms package for the island.Trump also said he thinks Xi is seriously considering releasing detained pastor Ezra Jin in China, but that the case of jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai "is a tough one." Lai was sentenced to 20 years in jail in what Amnesty International calls a "travesty of justice" and an attack on press freedom.

It's Thursday, May 14th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Chinese communists arrest 6 Christians for teaching Sunday School Communist authorities in southwest China recently arrested six Christians for conducting Sunday school classes. The Christians face charges of “organizing minors to engage in activities undermining public order.” Dr. Bob Fu, founder and president of ChinaAid, said, “This case — both the charges and the process — mark a shocking new phase in China's persecution of religious minorities. … Criminalizing Sunday School and the peaceful sharing of faith with children is an outrageous abuse of law and a direct assault on the fundamental rights of parents and churches.” In Matthew 19:14, Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of Heaven.” Trump to talk to Chinese president about imprisoned Christians U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing, China yesterday.  He plans to discuss Taiwan, trade, and the Iran war with Chinese President Xi Jinping. President Trump said he would also discuss recent and high profile cases of Christians being imprisoned in China. Listen to his comments first about pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai followed by comments about Pastor Ezra Jin. TRUMP: “Jimmy Lai, he caused lots of turmoil for China. He tried to do the right thing. He wasn't successful, went to jail, and people would like him out. And I'd like to see him get out too. I'll bring him up again. I have brought him up. “And there's another gentleman, a pastor, as you know, with a beautiful daughter and son-in-law, that would like to see him get out. I'm going to bring his name up.” California mayor resigns after spying for China In the United States, a California mayor resigned on Monday, May 11th, after acting as an agent for the Chinese government.  The Justice Department recently charged Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, with acting as an illegal agent for China. Arcadia is located 13 miles from downtown Los Angeles. Wang agreed to plead guilty to the charges. She worked on behalf of Chinese officials by promoting their propaganda in the United States. FBI Director Kash Patel wrote on X, “FBI and our federal partners continue to move aggressively to root out this kind of influence in American institutions all over the country.” Businesses abandoning California over high taxes and regulation More businesses are exiting California for states with lower taxes and less regulations.  The latest example is KB Home, reports The Washington Times. The American homebuilding company is moving its headquarters from Los Angeles to Tempe, Arizona.  Other major companies that have relocated their headquarters out of California include Oracle, Tesla, Chevron, Charles Schwab, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. The most popular destination states include Texas, Tennessee, Arizona, Nevada, and Florida.  Proverbs 29:2 reminds us, “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when a wicked man rules, the people groan.” Democrat California Governor Gavin Newsom is on the wrong side of that equation. Texas town is 97th American city to ban abortion Life News reports a Texas town became the 97th city in America to ban abortion. The City of Muleshoe, Texas voted 4-1 on Monday, May 11th, to adopt the Sanctuary City for the Unborn ordinance.  Mark Lee Dickson, founder of Sanctuary Cities for the Unborn, said, “This vote would not have been possible without the residents who gathered signatures and stood for the protection of pregnant mothers and unborn children. Muleshoe has now joined dozens of Texas communities taking a stand against abortion trafficking and the exploitation of vulnerable women and children.” U.S. overdose drug deaths fell last year The number of reported drug overdose deaths fell in the United States last year. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention found there were over 68,000 drug overdose deaths in 2025. That number is down 14 percent compared to the previous year. However, overdose deaths are up 30 percent from a decade ago.  The states with the biggest drop in overdose deaths last year included New York, Virginia, and Oregon. But a few states saw a significant uptick in such overdose deaths, including New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado.   White House hosts 9-hour prayer event on National Mall And finally, the White House is hosting a nine-hour prayer event at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on Sunday.  The event is called Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving. It's one of many events this year to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Top U.S. officials speaking at the prayer event include Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and House Speaker Mike Johnson. The event's website describes the jubilee as a “historic gathering to give thanks for God's providence, reflect on our nation's story, and rededicate America as One Nation under God.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, May 14th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

To the sound of a cheering crowd, US President Donald Trump touches down in China for important talks with the Chinese leader, Xi Jinping. The two leaders are expected to discuss tariffs, the Iran war and US weapon sales to Taiwan. It's the first visit to China by a US president since President Trump's last visit in 2017. Ahead of the trip, Donald Trump said he would raise the case of the imprisoned Hong Kong media mogul, Jimmy Lai. Also in this podcast: King Charles officially opens the British parliament, as the country's leader, Keir Starmer, fights to stay in office. Plans to build Australia's first Trump tower have been scrapped because the brand is "toxic". South Africa's top police chief has appeared in court, charged with violating public finance law. And a man in the US has been sentenced to two years in prison for breaking into a car and stealing hard drives containing unreleased music by Beyoncé.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

Donald Trump lands in Beijing for meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, with agenda items that include trade and tariffs, the future of Taiwan, and the U.S. computer chips that are powering American artificial intelligence. Plus, will Trump make good on his promise to push for the freedom of Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai?    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump regresa esta semana a Pekín casi una década después de su última visita en 2017. El escenario y el anfitrión son los mismos, pero las cosas han cambiado mucho desde entonces. Trump ya no es el recién llegado dispuesto a romper con China, sino un presidente curtido en su segundo mandato, empeñado en demostrar que su relación con Xi Jinping va mucho más allá de cubrir el expediente diplomático. Ambos llevan meses intercambiando cartas personales, un detalle revelador de cómo la geopolítica del siglo XXI ha dejado atrás los escrúpulos ideológicos. Pesan más las cadenas de suministro y la balanza comercial que los derechos humanos, como demuestra el caso del editor hongkonés Jimmy Lai, condenado a 20 años de prisión y cuya liberación Trump no tiene intención alguna en pedir. El cambio respecto a China es sustancial. Trump irrumpió en política en 2016 acusando a los chinos de robar empleos y patentes. Durante su primer mandato les declaró la guerra comercial, persiguió a Huawei, intentó prohibir TikTok y restringió la exportación de semiconductores. La pandemia terminó por romper la relación. Biden mantuvo y endureció esa política, lo que terminó forjando un consenso en el Congreso en todo lo relativo a China. Ese consenso se está resquebrajando ahora, pero desde el partido republicano. El gobierno ha autorizado ventas de chips de Nvidia, ha despedido a expertos en China del Consejo de Seguridad Nacional y ha pactado con ByteDance que mantenga el control del algoritmo de TikTok. Dos razones explican el cambio de parecer. La primera es que Trump ha centralizado las decisiones en un círculo mínimo encabezado por Witkoff, Kushner y el secretario del Tesoro, Scott Bessent, que es quien impone su doctrina de equilibrio con China. Marco Rubio, antaño azote del partido comunista chino, guarda hoy un silencio que habla por sí mismo. La segunda razón es más prosaica. China ha aprendido a devolver los golpes. Cuando Trump elevó los aranceles hasta el 145% el año pasado, Xi Jinping respondió con controles a la exportación de tierras raras, lo que hizo cundir el pánico y forzó la tregua que acordaron en Corea del Sur hace un año. Trump llega a esta cumbre con el lastre de la guerra de Irán. Necesita que Xi Jinping presione a los ayatolás, principales suministradores de petróleo a China, pero, de forma un tanto paradójica, es la armada estadounidense la que impide salir los petroleros con destino a las refinerías chinas. Xi Jinping llega con una economía debilitada y una demanda interna muy floja. Ambos necesitan que la cumbre sea un éxito y que puedan presumir de haber alcanzado grandes acuerdos. Sobre la mesa está Taiwán. Xi Jinping quiere que Trump se oponga formalmente a la independencia de la isla, una concesión que tendría un valor simbólico importante. En Pekín lo fían todo al tiempo. Saben que a Trump le quedan menos de tres años en el cargo y no desean provocarle. Tiempo es lo único que necesitan para que su economía remonte y Estados Unidos se canse de pelear en demasiados frentes. En La ContraRéplica: 0:00 Introducción 3:31 Cita en Pekín 35:17 Lidl, nº1 en calidad-precio 36:20 Sube la gasolina en EEUU 47:21 Contradicciones de la regularización · Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/lacontracronica · “Contra el pesimismo”… https://amzn.to/4m1RX2R · “Hispanos. Breve historia de los pueblos de habla hispana”… https://amzn.to/428js1G · “La ContraHistoria del comunismo”… https://amzn.to/39QP2KE · “La ContraHistoria de España. Auge, caída y vuelta a empezar de un país en 28 episodios”… https://amzn.to/3kXcZ6i · “Contra la Revolución Francesa”… https://amzn.to/4aF0LpZ · “Lutero, Calvino y Trento, la Reforma que no fue”… https://amzn.to/3shKOlK Apoya La Contra en: · Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/diazvillanueva · iVoox... https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-contracronica_sq_f1267769_1.html · Paypal... https://www.paypal.me/diazvillanueva Sígueme en: · Web... https://diazvillanueva.com · Twitter... https://twitter.com/diazvillanueva · Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/fernandodiazvillanueva1/ · Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/diazvillanueva · Linkedin… https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-d%C3%ADaz-villanueva-7303865/ · Flickr... https://www.flickr.com/photos/147276463@N05/?/ · Pinterest... https://www.pinterest.com/fernandodiazvillanueva Encuentra mis libros en: · Amazon... https://www.amazon.es/Fernando-Diaz-Villanueva/e/B00J2ASBXM #FernandoDiazVillanueva #donaldtrump #xijinping Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

On today's show Andrew and Bill talk through 360 degrees of President Trump's trip to Beijing this week. Topics include: Jensen Huang hitching a ride in Alaska, general expectations for deliverables after limited leaks and hurried advance planning, Trump's reception in Beijing, and the limits of “upper hand” analysis. From there: A coterie of billionaire CEOs make the trip with Trump, a US Chamber of Commerce/Rhodium Report report warning about the PRC's industrial strategy, and Trump makes overtures about “opening” China. At the end: Questions on Taiwan arm sales and AI cooperation, the expected talks on Ezra Jin and Jimmy Lai, a trillion dollar investment report that went viral eight months later, Xi's calculus before a 21st Party Congress, the Iran question looming over the week's meetings, and big, fat hug speculation.

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The U.S. annual inflation rate rose to 3.8 percent in April, according to new Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Economists had forecast a reading of 3.7 percent. Core inflation, which strips out the volatile energy and food prices, edged up to 2.8 percent, above the consensus estimate of 2.7 percent.President Donald Trump is set to depart for Beijing on Tuesday for a two-day summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Talks will focus on trade, technology, and security. Trump also plans to raise other issues, including Taiwan, Iran, and Russia. He also said he'll bring up the cases of imprisoned Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai and Chinese pastor Ezra Jin during discussions with Xi.

President Trump is set to depart for Beijing on Tuesday, for a two-day summit with Chinese regime leader Xi Jinping. White House officials say the President is expected to pursue major new agreements while traveling with a delegation of top U.S. tech and business leaders, including Elon Musk and other executives from major industries. The President also plans to raise several sensitive issues including Taiwan, Iran, and Russia. He says he will bring up the cases of imprisoned Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai and Chinese pastor Ezra Jin during discussions with Xi.The Justice Department says a California mayor has agreed to plead guilty to operating as an agent for the Chinese regime, in another troubling case of Beijing attempting to influence events in the U.S. Eileen Wang, former mayor of Arcadia, California resigned from her position on Monday after being charged with secretly carrying out the directives of a foreign government. Court documents say Wang and her fiancé and campaign treasurer Yaoning “Mike” Sun of Chino Hills worked on behalf of instructions from Chinese regime operatives from late 2020 through 2022.The Treasury Department announced sanctions on 12 new targets accused of helping transport Iranian oil to China. The move is part of the Trump administration's “Economic Fury” campaign aimed at cutting off funding for Tehran's military and nuclear programs. Treasury officials say the sanctions target a network tied to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, including several companies based in Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates. Officials say the network used front companies and shell corporations to disguise Iranian oil shipments and move money through the global financial system.

STREAMING MAKING OF THE JBS, FEATURING GORDON CHANG, VICTORIA COATES, MARK SIMON, STEVE YATES, 4-29-26"SEND YOUR BINOCULARS TO THE NAVY"This transcript from The John Bachelor Show explores the shifting dynamics of the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, specifically under the leadership of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The participants argue that Britain's global influence is declining, citing military inadequacies and a failure to protect strategic assets like Diego Garcia. The conversation then transitions to the dire health of imprisoned Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai, framing his treatment as a symbol of the Chinese Communist Party's uncompromising authoritarianism. Furthermore, the experts analyze a potential summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, questioning whether such a meeting is appropriate while China supports adversaries like Iran and Russia. Ultimately, the speakers advocate for a tougher stance against the "devil's triangle" of Beijing, Moscow, and Tehran, suggesting that the U.S. should prioritize newer European allies like Poland over traditional partners.

2. The Health Crisis and Potential Release of Jimmy Lai Guest: Mark Simon and Gordon Chang Summary: Mark Simon details the deteriorating condition of 79-year-old Jimmy Lai in a Hong Kong prison. The discussion explores potential diplomatic intervention by Donald Trump and critiques the British government's failure to effectively challenge Beijing. 2

Jimmy Lai, manager of the Next.js team at Vercel, joins the podcast to explain the adapters API, why it exists, how it fixes Next.js self-hosting pain across platforms like Cloudflare, AWS Amplify, and Netlify, and what it unlocks for partial pre-rendering. He also shares where the team is headed: server components, feature flags at request time, and building the best agentic developer experience for a world where agents write most of the code. Links Website: https://jimmyl.ai/ X: https://x.com/feedthejim Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/feedthej.im Resources Adapters API: https://nextjs.org/docs/app/api-reference/adapters We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Fill out our listener survey! https://t.co/oKVAEXipxu Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Elizabeth, at elizabeth.becz@logrocket.com, or tweet at us at PodRocketPod. Check out our newsletter! https://blog.logrocket.com/the-replay-newsletter/ Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form, and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. Chapters

Mark Simon reports on Jimmy Lai's persecution and solitary confinement in Hong Kong. He argues Xi Jinping'shardline stance reflects internal insecurity, using Lai as a deterrent while his public awareness grows.1903

As an international student graduating from a U.S. law school, Jimmy Lai struggled to find employers willing to sponsor him. Rather than leave the U.S., he chose to build something from scratch. In this episode, Jimmy talks about how his visa barriers pushed him to co-found an immigration law firm. Jimmy reflects on failing the bar exam three times before passing, navigating the financial and legal risks of starting a firm, and learning to think like a business owner rather than a lawyer. He also talks about doing all of this as a self-described introvert — someone who once avoided grocery store aisles to dodge small talk — and how he forced himself into networking and sales before eventually delegating those roles to more extroverted team members. Jimmy is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Law.This episode is hosted by Katya Valasek.Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about Haynes Boone LLPAccess LawHub today!Learn more about Juno and private student loansLearn more about Juno and private student loans

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text MessageThis is a video and audio podcast.  for the video click hereA President calls the Pope weak, the Pope fires back, and the internet lights up with memes, clickbait, and an AI Christ image that somehow makes the whole moment feel even more unreal. But the real question we wrestle with isn't who landed the better punch. It's what happens to leadership when two global offices trade public insults while the biggest moral and geopolitical threats keep moving in the background.I take a hard turn from the chaos of 2026 back to a forgotten masterclass in statecraft and spiritual courage: Ronald Reagan and Pope St John Paul II. Drawing on Paul Kengor's A Pope and a President, I lay out why their relationship wasn't just political convenience. It was a shared mission rooted in first principles, faith, ordered liberty, and the conviction that atheistic totalitarian communism had to be named and confronted. They didn't chase headlines, they didn't need the credit, and they proved that humility can be a strategic advantage when it's paired with moral clarity.Then we bring that blueprint forward to the issue I think far too many leaders evade: China. We talk about the Vatican's secret pact with Beijing, the pressure placed on underground Catholics, and what it means when powerful institutions answer human suffering with “no comment.” We also ask why US leadership so often defaults to deals, trade talk, and constant posting instead of sustained advocacy for religious freedom and prisoners of conscience like Jimmy Lai. If Reagan and John Paul could align to help bring down a Soviet empire, what would it look like for today's leaders to align on truth and human dignity against the CCP's coercion?If you want sharper context behind the headlines and practical leadership lessons from history, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.Key Points from the Episode:• Trump and Pope Leo trading insults and feeding a media cycle built on division  • asking who “wins” when politics becomes memes and faith becomes clapbacks  • Reagan and Pope St John Paul II as kindred allies with a shared anti-communist mission  • providence, humility, and first principles as leadership advantages, not soft virtues  • the Vatican's secret Beijing pact and the pressure on underground Catholics  • Jimmy Lai, prisoners of conscience, and the moral cost of silence  • naming atheistic communism as evil and why “making a deal” is not the point  • 1989 as proof that moral clarity plus strategy can topple an empire  • a direct challenge for Trump and Leo to set ego aside and defend the faithful in China  Be sure to check out our show page at TeamMojacademy.com, where we have everything we discussed in this podcast as well as other great resources.Other resources: Want to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appreciate it greatly!

In February, a Communist-controlled court sentenced Hong Kong businessman Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison. His daughter, Claire Lai, has been steadfastly advocating for his release, and on this episode of Lighthouse Faith, she shares how her father remains rooted in his faith despite his imprisonment. Claire discusses his continued stand against religious persecution as the region loses its status as a safe haven for Chinese Christians. With Jimmy's health declining, she details the urgent international pressure to overturn his conviction and secure his freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

00:00 Welcome to Boys Club Live From A16Z 03:25 San Francisco Vibes Check 07:47 Hudson River Trading Interns 09:44 High Agency Career Paths 14:05 Guest Jimmy Lai Joins 16:59 Next.js Explained 17:30 Open Source How It Works 21:25 Next.js Growth And AI Agents 24:17 Future Of UI And Interfaces 28:48 Open Source Frenemies 32:23 Why Open Source Matters 35:30 Personal Software And Workflows 39:58 Business Agents at Scale 42:20 Personal Knowledge Base Agent 44:09 Hype Versus Real Value 45:53 Experimentation and Bubble Cycles 51:30 Seun Omonije Intro 54:18 Telephone Entropy Explained 57:19 Slop Incentives and Industry 01:01:14 ELI5 Quantum Breaks Crypto 01:07:23 Qubit Counts and New Architectures 01:09:15 AI Accelerates Quantum Progress 01:11:13 Motives and Defenses in Crypto 01:13:14 Do Your Own Research Closing

What exactly is the Democrats’ opposition to voter ID? The GOP is still struggling to get its act together and pass the SAVE America Act. // Big Local: TSA workers at SeaTac are starting to feel the pinch as a result of the government shutdown. // Guest: Sebastien Lai discusses his father, Jimmy Lai, who remains imprisoned in Hong Kong. Sebastian explains why he believes the president’s upcoming trip to China presents a critical opportunity to press for his father’s release.

On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, Joe Kent, the former deputy at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, is a reportedly serial leaker who was hostile to President Trump's agenda and rejected the commander-in-chief's decisions on military operations in Iran. His resignation letter, written publicly for the press and Democrats rather than privately to the president, is intentionally crafted to create controversy, undermine the president's war effort against, question the existence of an imminent threat, give aid and comfort to enemies, and dishonor current military personnel. Later, Sebastien Lai, son of Jimmy Lai who's imprisoned in Hong Kong, calls in. Jimmy Lai is a prominent courageous Hong Kong pro-democracy advocate, media owner, and journalist who stood up against China's crackdown on Hong Kong's freedoms. Despite his age, Lai has been imprisoned since the crackdown began. Sebastian expresses gratitude for Trump's public support and mentions that releasing the elderly Lai would be an easy, moral, and rational gesture for China, especially amid upcoming diplomatic opportunities, but stresses that more pressure is needed as his father's health rapidly worsens and his death in prison would serve no one's interest. Afterward, Sen Rick Scott calls in to explain that the Senate must look at all the options to pass the SAVE America act because the Democrat party wants fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sebastien Lai, son of Jimmy Lai, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss the arrest of his father in Hong Kong, China. Jimmy Lai was a well-known pro-Democracy media entrepreneur who published pro-Democracy content that often criticized the CCP in China. Lai was sentenced to prison last month due to his criticism of the Chinese government, and Sebastien continues the fight to free his father and push Democracy in China. Listen to the full interview below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jailing dissidents is a standard operating procedure for Communist dictatorships, but Lai is no standard dissident. _________ Partner with thousands of others in supporting The Colson Center by visiting colsoncenter.org/cornerstone

When pro-democracy protesters marched in the streets in Hong Kong in 2019, China responded by arresting thousands, including the leaders of the movement. One of the arrested was Jimmy Lai, who had used his newspaper to campaign for democracy. This month, he received a 20-year jail sentence. In an interview, Michael Barbaro speaks to Mr. Lai's son, Sebastien Lai, about the sentence, what it means for the pro-democracy movement and where Hong Kong may go from here. Guest: Sebastien Lai, a democracy activist and the son of the pro-democracy media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai. Background reading: A Hong Kong court sentenced Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison. The sentence for the media mogul shows how Hong Kong enforces Xi Jinping's red lines with a new severity. Listen to our interview with Jimmy Lai from 2020. Photo: Andrew Testa for The New York Times For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kara and Scott discuss AG Pam Bondi's disastrous testimony on the Epstein files and Big Tech's day in court as Meta and YouTube face trial for deliberately addicting young users. Then, the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case reveals that Google Nest stores “deleted" video, and an Anthropic researcher resigns, warning the “world is in peril.” Plus, Hong Kong media mogul and activist Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in prison, and Antitrust Chief Gail Slater resigns. Also, Scott predicts IPO trouble for OpenAI. Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠.Follow us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@pivotpod.bsky.social⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcast⁠⁠.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or email pivot@voxmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The latest release of FBI files reveals little evidence that Jeffrey Epstein ran a sex-trafficking ring, Vice President JD Vance becomes the highest-ranking American official to visit Armenia, and the Chinese government sentences pro-democracy British businessman Jimmy Lai to prison. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 2625- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors:Equip Foods - Equip's Prime Bar is a real food protein bar with nothing to hide: just 11 ingredients and 20g of clean protein - made from ingredients you can pronounce like collagen, beef tallow, colostrum, cocoa butter - and sweetened naturally with just date and honey. Bringing good, clean habits into 2026 is made simple with Equip. Morning Wire listeners will get 25% off one-time purchases, or 40% off first subscription orders for a limited time by heading to https://equipfoods.com/wire and using code WIRE at checkout.Lean - Get 20% off when you enter code WIRE at https://TakeLean.com- - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday's Mark Levin Show, what's happening in the West, and particularly the United States is an unprecedented form of self-sabotage or national suicide, where the greatest nation deliberately opened its borders, imported people from regions who refuse to assimilate, contribute, or integrate, and instead seek to destroy and conquer from within. This is not a hostile invasion, but a celebrated parade enabled by the Democrat Party, liberal groups in Europe and elsewhere, and secularists, and who believe in unrestricted openness. No society in ancient or modern history has survived such deliberate self-destruction, and the United States will not either. When Islam conquers lands, it imposes its faith and will without allowing diversity of viewpoints or beliefs, often eliminating opposition—including among Muslims themselves. This ideology has now significantly entered the United States, where a movement exploits Western values like free speech, freedom of assembly, religion, and due process to undermine and destroy them, while Sharia law in fundamentalist countries rejects these freedoms. Also, Iran poses a severe threat to future American generations, potentially acquiring nuclear warheads on ICBMs and vast ballistic missile capabilities if not confronted now. The regime is currently at its weakest point in 47 years, crippled by Israeli strikes that destroyed its air force, navy, radar, and Russian-supplied air defenses. Why are we negotiating with them? Later, Rep. Chris Smith calls in and strongly condemns the Hong Kong court's 20-year sentence imposed on 78-year-old Jimmy Lai. It's a horrific life sentence for a man of faith, conviction, legendary entrepreneur, and champion of free speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices