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Rooftop Leadership Podcast
What's Your Pineapple Express? (ft. Jason Howk)

Rooftop Leadership Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 74:43


This week on the ‘What's Your Pineapple Express?' series, Scott had the honor of sitting down and speaking with an incredible leader – Jason Howk. Jason leads a non-profit organization called Global Friends of Afghanistan and has continued doing amazing work while keeping Afghanistan at the forefront. Join us this week as Jason shares his many years of experience in Afghanistan, gives us insight into some very important information, and shares what we need to learn from the abandonment of Afghanistan. Some of the things he reveals about what happened with this abandonment and more importantly, what's happening right under our noses in this growing safe haven will blow you away. Own Every Room - https://rooftopleadership.com/owneveryroom/ Nobody is Coming to Save You - https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/scott-mann/nobody-is-coming-to-save-you/9781546008286/?lens=center-street Scottmann.com  Join Rooftop Nation! Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmannauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooftop-leadership Twitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopLeader Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYOQ7CDJ6uSaGvmfxYC_skQ  Select Afghanistan experiences and published works SummaryJason Criss Howk spent 23 years in the U.S. Army as an Infantry and Sapper Paratrooper, and also as a South Asia Foreign Area Officer (Soldier-Diplomat).  His work in Afghanistan began in 2002 and has continued until the present day as he leads the Global Friends of Afghanistan educational non-profit organization that monitors and leads discussions on Afghan issues. Jason has worked on Afghanistan portfolios at the tactical, operational, strategic, national policy and international policy levels. He has taken part in a variety of missions to include military, diplomatic, intelligence, academic, and humanitarian efforts. During his Afghanistan work Jason worked daily with dozens of generals, ambassadors, and political appointees with Afghan portfolios. Due to his assignments and knowledge of the topic, Jason is one of the few Americans that has been privy to the discussions of all 4 presidential administrations as they planned their Afghanistan policy. Jason studied both Arabic and Dari at the Defense Language Institute, is a professor at the USAF Special Operations School, and is a Malone Fellow in Arab and Islamic Studies. He holds a Master's Degree in South Asia and Middle East Security Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School, is a CGSC graduate, and was a term-member of the Council on Foreign Relations from 2010-2015. Jason is an award-winning author who has written 4 books in English and has published over 225 works since 2008 in over 40 outlets. As a professor, lecturer, and columnist he focuses on Afghanistan, Islam, terrorism, and various National Security topics. For his work on Afghanistan Major Howk earned the Legion of Merit award for his years of exceptionally meritorious service as a Soldier-Statesman, and two Bronze Star Medals. He also earned the Afghanistan Governmental Success medal from the President of Afghanistan. Afghanistan ExperiencesSep 2002-Sep 2003       Sep-Nov 2003: Operations officer Coalition Task Force 82. Engineer Operations Officer on MG Vines General Staff at Bagram Airfield. Focus on engineer support to daily counter-terrorism operations across the country. His key effort was the completion of the FOB Salerno Airfield and Heliport in Khost province. Tactical and Operational level experiences in various Eastern Provinces.Nov 2002-Sep 2003: Aide De Camp to MG Karl Eikenberry as he took over as Chief of the Office of Military Cooperation-Afghanistan at the U.S. Embassy Kabul and also as the U.S. Security Coordinator. They worked daily with Afghan cabinet members across all parts of the government for the first year of the interim government and got to know all of them intimately. MG Eikenberry was tasked with implementing the international Security Sector Reform program in Afghanistan, and as Chief OMC-A creating the Afghan National Army and MOD from scratch. Their typical daily interactions included the leaders of UNAMA, NATO-Nation Embassies, ISAF, the 3-star US Forces Commander, CENTCOM, OSD, the Joint Staff, the Intelligence Community, regional ambassadors, the Special Forces leaders training the ANA, and the US Ambassador. For the majority of the year Jason was the sole note-taker in over 4,000 hours of meetings and the drafter of reports to State, OSD, and CENTCOM.2004-July 2007During an assignment in TRADOC Jason began to create and teach courses in the Army and at civilian institutions about Afghan and Islamic culture. He helped the Engineer School develop their Cultural, Counter-insurgency, and Counter-IED training for 2LTs deploying to Afghanistan and Iraq. During company command the Army selected Jason for the highly competitive Foreign Area Officer (FAO) program after completing a fellowship in Oman where he studied their insurgencies and how they rebuilt their nation after those conflicts. He continued to study Afghanistan and stayed in touch with his former boss LTG Karl Eikenberry who was the Combined Forces commander in Afghanistan.2007-2009 FAO TrainingIn FAO training he obtained a Master's Degree in South Asia and Middle East Security Studies at the Naval Postgraduate School in 2008. At NPS Jason focused on Afghanistan and the Oman counter-insurgency campaigns. He published a thesis on Oman's COIN and CT lessons which was distributed to his former bosses LTG Eikenberry, LTG McChrystal, and GEN Petraeus. He also wrote a directed study on the creation of the Afghan Military and the US Security Sector Reform efforts that was published as a monograph by the US Army War College in 2009 with a foreword by GEN McChrystal. That study was completed after many interviews with LTG Karl Eikenberry who was then assigned to NATO, just prior to his selection as Ambassador to Afghanistan.From 2008-2009 Jason attended Arabic language training at DLI until the day LTG McChrystal was nominated by President Obama to command ISAF. He was immediately ordered to the Pentagon to prepare LTG McChrystal for senate confirmation and to assist him when he took command in Kabul.2009-2010 As ADC to LTG McChrystal, Jason helped prepare him for his assignment and attended all meetings with Legislative and Executive branch leaders in Washington. Within hours of the Senate confirmation, they flew to Brussels to meet with NATO leaders and then onwards to Kabul Afghanistan. In Kabul Jason helped GEN McChrystal form trusting relationships with the same Afghan leaders Jason worked closely with when they first formed the government in 2002.For the next 2 months Jason traveled with GEN McChrystal to over half the provinces to listen to NATO and Afghan forces, and Afghan leaders to better understand the war.  Jason assisted COMISAF during the strategic review of the U.S. and NATO Afghanistan policy, often quietly liaising between GEN McChrystal and Ambassador Eikenberry, his new and old bosses.After the strategic review was sent to CENTCOM Jason was selected to initiate and design the NATO interagency team focused on reintegration — i.e., how former insurgents could rejoin society. GEN McChrystal loaned Jason to support the incoming Reintegration Advisor who had worked on a similar mission in Iraq and would carry out sensitive diplomatic missions.As the Military Assistant and Political Advisor to retired British Lt Gen Sir Graeme Lamb. They worked with the Afghan government as they developed their peace and reintegration policy with foreign governments, diplomats, and international organizations. This also helped launch the US/NATO peace process and made Jason one of the insiders on Afghan peace talks for over a decade.2010-2014After a year in Dari (Afghan Farsi) language training at DLI, and graduation from the Army Command and General Staff College, Jason was assigned to the Joint Chiefs of Staff's Afghanistan and Pakistan Task Force. In that role, he led two of the highest-level interagency teams of Afghanistan and Pakistan experts in providing products and briefings for the Joint Chiefs of Staff and OSD leadership, and the White House.  Also in that role, his teams helped prepare four different Generals to assume senior commands in Afghanistan. One of his team's key efforts was monitoring and helping U.S. leaders prepare for diplomatic negotiations with the Taliban.2015-2021After retiring in 2015, Jason continued his focus on Afghanistan and Islam as a professor at numerous institutes and continued to advise the U.S. and Afghan governments, and international bodies.From 2016 to 2017, he served as an advisor on the Presidential Transition Team's National Security cell focused on the Afghan peace process and foreign relations with Islamic nations. He contributed ideas to both the 2017 National Security Strategy and 2018 National Strategy for Counterterrorism.From 2017 onwards he served as an advisor on conflict resolution to the U.S. government, NATO member states, parts of the U.N., the Afghan President's NSC staff, and the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces leadership.Jason was invited to give presentations at the 2019 and 2020 Central and South Asia Military Intelligence conferences at U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). His topics included the future of the ANDSF, and the Unconventional Warfare efforts of Pakistan against Afghan and NATO forces.Jason led a USIP project team to assess post-conflict security in Afghanistan that culminated in a an invitation from the Afghan President and UN Chief in Kabul to give a presentation to over 70 nations at the 2020 U.N. Donor Conference on Afghanistan in Geneva.A second USIP project allowed his team to remain involved in the peace process until August 2021 as part of a U.S. Institute of Peace project authorized to conduct Track-2 diplomacy while talking to the Afghan government, various parts of Afghan society, and Taliban supporters.From 2019-2021 during both USIP projects his team took part in the USIP-led discussions that contributed to the congressionally-mandated Afghanistan Study Group Report. “A Pathway for Peace in Afghanistan” was published in February 2021.August 2021 OnwardsAfter the collapse of the Afghan republic while Jason was virtually assisting the evacuation of at-risk Afghans from Kabul, he and his colleagues formed the Global Friends of Afghanistan non-profit (GFA) to speak and write about Afghanistan and ensure the topic of Afghanistan was not removed from the daily news, and to help Afghans raise their voices to the outside world. On 1 September 2022 GFA held their inaugural annual conference with Georgetown University to discuss the evacuation and resettlement of Afghans, and the humanitarian crisis and security collapse in Afghanistan. Writing ExperienceSummaryJason has written 5 books, was on the editing team of the FAO Association International Affairs Journal, and was the senior editor for A Voice for Two Nations blog. He has published over 225 articles, essays, and news reports in over 40 outlets. He is a mentor to writers and a member of the Military Writers Guild, where he edits and co-authors with new writers. Most recently he has begun publishing U.S. veterans and Afghan book authors at Tamarisk Press a niche publishing assistance non-profit. His work has been published in the following outlets: CNN, Fast Company, Foreign Policy, The National Interest, ClearanceJobs News, Military Times, The Cipher Brief, US Institute of Peace, The Global Observatory, Small Wars Journal, Divergent Options, From The Green Notebook, The Bridge, The Forge, The Foreign Service Journal, The FAOA Journal, Observer, Task&Purpose, Business Insider, Real Clear Defense and Politics, SOFX The Special Operations Forces Network, US Army War College, Naval Postgraduate School, O-Dark-Thirty, and in various Afghan newspapers like Reporterly, and Hasht e Subh. He also discusses Afghanistan, Terrorism, and Islam on CNN, Afghan International Persian, TRT World, and Voice of America, and appears on other news and radio outlets.Select Publications Books2012, Lions in the Path of Stability and Security: Oman's Response to Pressing Issues in the Middle East. My 2008 NPS thesis was published in Oman in Arabic.2017, The Quran: A Chronological Modern English Interpretation. Gold Medal Winner at the National Indie Excellence Awards2021, Leaders Always Go a Little Further: ...Unless They Trip. Foreword by LtGen Sir Graeme Lamb.2021, Ali's American Dream: An Iraqi Refugee's Story of Survival and Triumph. Foreword by SIV recipient Nasirullah Safi formerly of Afghanistan.2022, U.S. War Options in Afghanistan: Choose Your Own Path. Foreword by Afghan Colonel A. Rahman Rahmani, a would-be terrorist who was deradicalized and later flew special operations combat missions against the Taliban-Haqqani network and aided evacuation of Afghans Pilots in 2021. 2020-2022, Lead Editor of the Foreign Area Officer Association book, Culture Shock: Leadership Lessons from the Military's Diplomatic Corps. Foreword by LTG (Ret) Charles Hooper. Publishing advisor and book formatting for 4 books. 2021: Brand Elverston's Proclivity and Nasirullah Safi's Get the Terp Up Here!2022: Brand Elverston's Instruments of Ignorance and Nasirullah Safi's Indispensable: Tale of a Military Interpreter Various Studies (contributor and author/co-author)2009, US Strategy Review of US and NATO Afghanistan Policy, ISAF2009, A Case Study in Security Sector Reform: Learning from Security Sector Reform/Building in Afghanistan (October 2002-September 2003), US Army War College press2010 Afghanistan Peace and Reintegration Programme, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan2021, “No Going Backward”: Afghanistan's Post–Peace Accord Security Sector, USIP2022, Afghan Women: “I Don't Feel Safe.” A Global Friends of Afghanistan survey report, GFA Select recent articles and columnsAug 2022, Afghanistan Has Become a Terrorist Paradise, The National InterestAug 2022, How Can We Help Afghanistan? Ask the Afghans, The National InterestMar 2022, Information Operations: How is Ukraine Different Than Afghanistan? ClearanceJobs NewsMar 2022, Lessons Learned from the Last 20 Years: 9 Flaws in the American Way of War, ClearanceJobsDec 2021, U.S. Foreign Affairs Influence and the Afghanistan Fallout for the U.S., ClearanceJobs NewsOct 2021, Why Afghan Peace Talks Got Derailed, ClearanceJobs NewsSep 2021, ‘You Are Fighting in the Wrong Country.' How We Failed Afghan Policy Miserably, The Pilot19 Aug 2021, Taliban Takeover in Kabul: Pakistani Invasion Complete in Afghanistan, ClearanceJobs9 Aug 2021, Where is the Taliban with the Doha Peace Process? ClearanceJobs NewsMay 2021, Terrorists Kill Around 90 Afghan Students: The World Shrugs, ClearanceJobs NewsApr 2021, Afghanistan Needs a Weaker President: Decentralizing power can be key to long-term peace, Foreign Policy, with Shabnam NasimiFeb 2021, Taliban Keep Showing True Colors with Mockery of the Doha Peace Process, ClearanceJobsJan 2021, Path to Peace in Afghanistan for the Biden Administration, ClearanceJobs NewsDec 2020, Time to Make the Taliban Diplomatically Uncomfortable, ClearanceJobs NewsFeb 2019, America, don't abandon Afghanistan…Again, CNN, with Abdul Rahman Rahmani

Phóng sự đặc biệt - VOA
Khu phố Tàu của Kabul: Khu chợ bán các sản phẩm Trung Quốc - Tháng Bảy 16, 2024

Phóng sự đặc biệt - VOA

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 2:42


Trong khi hầu hết các khu phố Tàu ở các thành phố trên khắp thế giới đã từng hoặc vẫn là nơi có nhiều người gốc Hoa sinh sống hoặc mua bán, thì đó không phải là trường hợp của một khu phố Tàu ở Kabul.

Off Duty Diplomat
Safe or Secure?

Off Duty Diplomat

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 28:00


Living in a war zone- how do you know when you're safe? In this epsiode we discuss the micro and the macro of secruity living at the former U.S. Embassy in Kabul Afghanistan.

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Bernard Joyce and Pat Stokes

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 20:46 Transcription Available


Episode: Bernard Joyce and Pat Stokes from the Irish Traveller MovementBernard and Pat share their experiences growing up as proud Travellers, the discrimination they faced, how things are changing but still have a long way to go. They discuss opportunities for Travellers, including the apprenticeship programme and the importance of education in realising your full potential, but also how employers can do more to engage with Travellers in the workplace. For more information about ITM, visit https://itmtrav.ie/ phone 01 679 6577 or email director@itmtrav.ieOpen Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalised We helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Siobhan Cafferty

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 15:26 Transcription Available


Episode: Siobhán Cafferty, Social Enterprise Project Manager for the Irish criminal justice sectorSiobhán speaks with Hogai about her path to becoming involved in advocating for those with a criminal past, the stigmas faced and the lack of self confidence many feel when attempting to find employment, as well as major logistical barriers when attempting to start their own business. She discusses how employers could take a more open-minded hiring approach, to see people for their potential and not just their past. Open Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalisedWe helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube    

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Joy-Tendai Kangere

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 21:26 Transcription Available


 Episode: Joy-Tendai Kangere, Barrister, advocate and lecturerJoy-Tendai speaks with Hogai about her childhood in Zimbabwe and the impact of education and justice that led to a lifelong ambition to become a barrister. They discuss the challenges of racism in school and workplace settings, as a woman and migrant in Ireland, as well as the importance of finding community in a new home. Visit Joy-Tendai on LinkedInOpen Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalisedWe helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube    

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Brian Pennie

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 19:56 Transcription Available


Episode: Brian Pennie, Specialist in resilience, keynote speaker, neuroscientist and authorBrian chats with Hogai about his personal journey and what it has taught him about personal awareness of your hopes and motivations. They discuss the importance of education along with emotional regulation and communication to navigate the stresses in life, as well as how technology can be both a challenge and an opportunity. Visit Brian's website for more information and follow him on Instagram and LinkedInOpen Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalisedWe helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube    

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Toluwani Akaehomen

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 22:18 Transcription Available


Episode: Toluwani Akaehomen, Entrepreneur, Executive Coach, Leadership & People Development ConsultantToluwani shares her background and the challenges she faced in the hiring process, which led her to starting her own business and becoming a successful entrepreneur. She and Hogai discuss the mindset and opportunities involved in striking out on your own, the importance of finding networks and connections to build your business. Visit her website Vantage Dymensions and her LinkedIn profileOpen Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalisedWe helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube    

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Minister Neale Richmond TD

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 34:24 Transcription Available


Episode: Minister Neale Richmond TDHogai speaks with Neale Richmond, Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment with special responsibility for Employment Affairs and Retail Business, and the Department of Social Protection. They discuss the challenges facing migrants and refugees in Ireland, including work permits, housing and accreditation, as well as available government supports. Visit the Oireachteas website for the Minister's contact details.  Open Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalisedWe helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube    

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast
Melissa Bosch

Open Mic - The Open Doors Initiative Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 19:30 Transcription Available


Episode: Melissa Bosch, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, EY IrelandMelissa speaks with Hogai about growing up in South Africa, her formative experiences and how she found herself in Ireland, forging a new path. They discuss challenges faced in the workplace and the importance of embedding diversity, equity and inclusion at the core of business, rather than an afterthought that can be discarded in challenging times. Visit EY Ireland and Melissa on LinkedInOpen Mic is a new podcast presented by the Open Doors Initiative which explores the challenges and opportunities of the working world from the perspectives of marginalised communities. The podcast takes the form of short interview segments with individuals who will share their lived experiences and insights.Guest HostIntroducing Hogai asefi Wardak. Born in Kabul Afghanistan in 2001, the youngest of her family, with 4 sisters and 2 brothers. A family where she could see her older sisters not getting what they wanted in their lives, not reaching their wishes and goals, because her father had never allowed or permitted, and never had an open mind for women to engage, work and participate in community, at that time in their country. In 2016, she graduated from high school and was enrolled in Kabul University. She started working with Zan TV, which is a specialized tv network for women. She started to host programmes dealing with Women's empowerment, Women and sports and various social programmes. She also established an educational community for children, to help women and youngsters to get jobs, by joining POOHA NGO and worked with NATO. She's still working with Zan TV on screen.Open Doors InitiativeODI's key mission is to enable equitable access to employment for marginalised peopleWe create pathways to work through training, education, employment and entrepreneurship.Collaborative network of over 125 partner organisationsTogether we carry out training, work experience, mentoring, research and reduce barriers for people who are marginalisedWe helped nearly 74,000 people on pathways to work in five yearsVisit https://opendoorsinitiative.ie for more information and follow us on social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube

Recht in de ogen van - met Bram Moszkowicz
#14 VVD-kamerlid en woordvoerder justitie en veiligheid Ulysse Ellian

Recht in de ogen van - met Bram Moszkowicz

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 47:11


In deze speciale verkiezingsaflevering kijkt mr. Bram Moszokowicz recht in de ogen van mr. Ulysse Ellian. Hij is geboren in Kabul (Afghanistan) en zoon van politieke vluchtelingen. Via de advocatuur belandt hij in de politiek als VVD-kamerlid. Hij is belast met de portefeuille Justitie en Veiligheid en heeft de vurige wens om de wereld te veranderen. Hoe heeft zijn culturele achtergrond invloed op zijn standpunten ten aanzien van het immigratie- en vluchtelingenbeleid. Ook hebben beide heren een stevige discussie over de verschillende moties die Ellian heeft ingediend, zoals het aantal advocaten beperken van verdachten die in de EBI (Extra Beveiligde Inrichting) of AIT (Afdeling Intensief Toezicht) verblijven. En dat Ellian het transport naar de rechtbank voor verdachten wil beperken. Ellian wordt, zoals zoveel politici, beveiligd en Bram vraagt Ulysse wat voor impact dat op zijn leven en zijn prive-leven heeft. Maar ook spreken ze over zijn droom dat ie ooit door Teheren loopt, samen met zijn vader, de rechtsgeleerde Afshin Ellian. Wat zouden ze dan tegen elkaar zeggen?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Afterburn Podcast
#84 Kevin Latchman | Air Force Cross Recipient | Missed Bus on Runway by 10 feet!

The Afterburn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 79:18


Kevin Latchman is a Royal Air Force C-17 officer who has commanded at multiple levels within the RAF. He joined the  @AfterburnPodcast  to share his story and perspectives throughout his Air Force Career. He was awarded the Air Force Cross for his actions during the Kabul Afghanistan evacuation in August 2021. Group Captain Kevin Latchman's superior airmanship adverted certain disaster during a takeoff when vehicles crossed the runway during his takeoff roll. Join our free weekly newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter  

The Working Dog Depot Podcast
Episode #22 Tim Slattery "Do you have the passion?"

The Working Dog Depot Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 63:58


Tim began his K9 career as a Gun Dog trainer in Texas in 1990. He evolved to working dog training and instruction in 2003. Tim is certified as a State of Texas level 1-4 Security Agent and Personal Protection Officer, NRA Firearms Instructor, Texas DPS Firearms Instructor, Texas DPS Certified Security Instructor, Texas DPS License to Carry Instructor, Texas Police TCOLE Instructor and holds a Security Clearance with the Department of State. He is actively involved in instruction of MMA, defensive knife tactics and tactical firearm. He is an ESM in K9 Patrol and deployment training.Tim served in the US Navy and was Honorably Discharged and began serving as a Private Military Contractor in 2012 with a total of 6 deployments overseas. Some of his experience and training stems from a contractor assignment with the US Navy SEALS Grp. 2, Little Creek as a K9 Instructor, deployment with the US Department of State Security Forces in Kabul Afghanistan as an instructor and Kennel Master and a 20 month deployment with Triple Canopy as an Indonesia Government Advisor specializing in QRF and SOF K9 training and deployment. He returned to Texas in November of 2015 where he pursued using his talents and learned attributes in the security industry. He worked for Trident Response Group as an instructor and PPO Officer and Team Lead, Strategic Response Group as a Security Project Manager and PPO Team lead, lead a Extraction Team to Bolivia to secure a US Citizen during the Government failure and is currently teaching civilians, LEOs and military members in K9 capabilities, firearms, CQC, concealed handgun deployment, self-defense and situation awareness.Tim has over 3000 hours of training and multiple years of practical application in firearms, K9 deployment, active shooter response, defensive knife tactics, personal protection procedures and movement, advance team procedures, MMA, dynamic vehicle techniques, non-ballistic weapons, tactical medicine, surveillance, investigation, close quarters combat, building clearing and securing, conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.Life as a k9 contract employee.Passion for the work.New handler advice.Patience, Patience, Patience!Find a good mentor!K9 Language.Non compulsive training.They don't all make it."If you're afraid to get bit you're in the wrong. business".Dogs communicate with us if you're able to listen.Teaching the outs on a table.Teaching the dog that "out" is a good word."You will not win a conflict with a dog"Conflict comes from not understanding what the dog is telling you.Too much pressure too soon.No training is better than bad training.Don't keep trying something if it doesn't work.Dogs are learning how to learn.Your ideal dog.Level headed dog with good work ethic, athletic, and social.Mal X German Shepherd.Every dog has a specific job.Everyone has a different understanding of what a trained dog looks likeWe are pleased to have Hold The Line K9 Conference htlk9.com as a sponsor of the The Working Dog Depot Podcast. Joe Lutkowski and his staff are currently securing vendors and presenters for the 2024 conference. The Hold The Line K9 Conference will be in a brand new location. The dates and location are April 9, 10, and 11 in Myrtle Beach South Carolina. There's nothing finer than to be in Carolina in the Spring time. Additional information will be forthcoming. www.htlk9.com We are taking reservations for the Pro Series. If you want Rich and Howard to come to your location we can make it happen. They have come together to provide workshops on any K9 related topic you like. Open to law enforcement and civilian attendees. Contact Howard at hjyk91@gmail.com or 704-473-9885.

Messin' With Mormons
The Weekly InSalt - Episode 279 - Greg (State Department)

Messin' With Mormons

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 110:31


In this special two hour episode, US State Department Information Resource Management Officer, Greg talks with us to share his experiences working at the US embassy in Kabul Afghanistan during the final hours of the military draw down and at the embassy during the ongoing civil war in Khartom Sudan. Join us as he shares his stories of being in an active wartime environment and how he handles the stresses and mental challenges not only for himself, but for his coworkers and local people. Voicemail/Text: 801-252-6069 Website: http://www.theweeklyinsalt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_weekly_insalt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theweeklyinsalt

Zero Limits Podcast
Ep. 113 Chris Ramirez former 82nd Airborne Division Paratrooper

Zero Limits Podcast

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later May 31, 2023 86:48


On today's Zero Limits Podcast I chat with Chris Ramirez former 82nd Airborne Division Paratrooper.From a young age Chris had set his sights on joining the military. Under the guidance of a mentor he enlisted into the US Army and after completing parachute training he was posted to the 82nd Airborne Division as a paratrooper. On multiple occasions he was recalled to deploy on short notice tasks including BLM riots, Iraq and was part of the the withdrawal in Kabul Afghanistan securing HKIA aka Hamid Karzai International Airport. After leaving the military Chris has moved into training dogs and is an avid shooter.Support the show - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=9LG48GC49TW38Website - www.zerolimitspodcast.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/zero.limits.podcast/?hl=en

Notre Dame International Security Center
STS: Meet Major Greg Scott, US Marine Corp

Notre Dame International Security Center

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 30:24


An Interview with Major Gregory M. Scott of the US Marine Corp by Pranav Guntupalli Interview Summary: In the first episode of the "Meet the NDISC fellows" series, Pranav Guntupalli speaks to the NDISC War College fellow, Major Gregory Scott, about his military service. They discuss his time in Okinawa (Japan) and in South America with the Embassy Security group, and Maj. Scott shares the insights he gained from his time being stationed in different countries around the world. Biography: Major Gregory M. Scott has served as a Fire Support Officer in Okinawa, Japan, Darwin, Australia, Thailand, Crow Valley, Philippines, and Korea. He has served with the Department of State in the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group covering South America. He attended Expeditionary Warfare School in Quantico, Virginia. His last fleet tour he was stationed in San Diego California serving as a Battery Commander of a HIMARS unit in the 1st Marine Division. He has Scott deployed to Djibouti and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Major Scott participated in operation ALLIES REFUGE in Kabul Afghanistan, conducting the largest non-combatant evacuation in United States history. Currently, he is a Fellow with Notre Dame University under the Marine Corps Commandant Fellowships from Marine Corps University to the Notre Dame International Security Center.

Rooftop Leadership Podcast
What's Your Pineapple Express? (ft. Jason Howk)

Rooftop Leadership Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 74:43


This week on the ‘What's Your Pineapple Express?' series, Scott had the honor of sitting down and speaking with an incredible leader – Jason Howk. Jason leads a non-profit organization called Global Friends of Afghanistan and has continued doing amazing work while keeping Afghanistan at the forefront. Join us this week as Jason shares his many years of experience in Afghanistan, gives us insight into some very important information, and shares what we need to learn from the abandonment of Afghanistan. Some of the things he reveals about what happened with this abandonment and more importantly, what's happening right under our noses in this growing safe haven will blow you away. Join Rooftop Nation!Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RooftopLeadershipInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rooftop_leadershipLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooftop-leadershipTwitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopLeaderYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYOQ7CDJ6uSaGvmfxYC_skQ Select Afghanistan experiences and published works SummaryJason Criss Howk spent 23 years in the U.S. Army as an Infantry and Sapper Paratrooper, and also as a South Asia Foreign Area Officer (Soldier-Diplomat).  His work in Afghanistan began in 2002 and has continued until the present day as he leads the Global Friends of Afghanistan educational non-profit organization that monitors and leads discussions on Afghan issues. Jason has worked on Afghanistan portfolios at the tactical, operational, strategic, national policy and international policy levels. He has taken part in a variety of missions to include military, diplomatic, intelligence, academic, and humanitarian efforts. During his Afghanistan work Jason worked daily with dozens of generals, ambassadors, and political appointees with Afghan portfolios. Due to his assignments and knowledge of the topic, Jason is one of the few Americans that has been privy to the discussions of all 4 presidential administrations as they planned their Afghanistan policy. Jason studied both Arabic and Dari at the Defense Language Institute, is a professor at the USAF Special Operations School, and is a Malone Fellow in Arab and Islamic Studies. He holds a Master's Degree in South Asia and Middle East Security Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School, is a CGSC graduate, and was a term-member of the Council on Foreign Relations from 2010-2015. Jason is an award-winning author who has written 4 books in English and has published over 225 works since 2008 in over 40 outlets. As a professor, lecturer, and columnist he focuses on Afghanistan, Islam, terrorism, and various National Security topics. For his work on Afghanistan Major Howk earned the Legion of Merit award for his years of exceptionally meritorious service as a Soldier-Statesman, and two Bronze Star Medals. He also earned the Afghanistan Governmental Success medal from the President of Afghanistan. Afghanistan ExperiencesSep 2002-Sep 2003       Sep-Nov 2003: Operations officer Coalition Task Force 82. Engineer Operations Officer on MG Vines General Staff at Bagram Airfield. Focus on engineer support to daily counter-terrorism operations across the country. His key effort was the completion of the FOB Salerno Airfield and Heliport in Khost province. Tactical and Operational level experiences in various Eastern Provinces.Nov 2002-Sep 2003: Aide De Camp to MG Karl Eikenberry as he took over as Chief of the Office of Military Cooperation-Afghanistan at the U.S. Embassy Kabul and also as the U.S. Security Coordinator. They worked daily with Afghan cabinet members across all parts of the government for the first year of the interim government and got to know all of them intimately. MG Eikenberry was tasked with implementing the international Security Sector Reform program in Afghanistan, and as Chief OMC-A creating the Afghan National Army and MOD from scratch. Their typical daily interactions included the leaders of UNAMA, NATO-Nation Embassies, ISAF, the 3-star US Forces Commander, CENTCOM, OSD, the Joint Staff, the Intelligence Community, regional ambassadors, the Special Forces leaders training the ANA, and the US Ambassador. For the majority of the year Jason was the sole note-taker in over 4,000 hours of meetings and the drafter of reports to State, OSD, and CENTCOM.2004-July 2007During an assignment in TRADOC Jason began to create and teach courses in the Army and at civilian institutions about Afghan and Islamic culture. He helped the Engineer School develop their Cultural, Counter-insurgency, and Counter-IED training for 2LTs deploying to Afghanistan and Iraq. During company command the Army selected Jason for the highly competitive Foreign Area Officer (FAO) program after completing a fellowship in Oman where he studied their insurgencies and how they rebuilt their nation after those conflicts. He continued to study Afghanistan and stayed in touch with his former boss LTG Karl Eikenberry who was the Combined Forces commander in Afghanistan.2007-2009 FAO TrainingIn FAO training he obtained a Master's Degree in South Asia and Middle East Security Studies at the Naval Postgraduate School in 2008. At NPS Jason focused on Afghanistan and the Oman counter-insurgency campaigns. He published a thesis on Oman's COIN and CT lessons which was distributed to his former bosses LTG Eikenberry, LTG McChrystal, and GEN Petraeus. He also wrote a directed study on the creation of the Afghan Military and the US Security Sector Reform efforts that was published as a monograph by the US Army War College in 2009 with a foreword by GEN McChrystal. That study was completed after many interviews with LTG Karl Eikenberry who was then assigned to NATO, just prior to his selection as Ambassador to Afghanistan.From 2008-2009 Jason attended Arabic language training at DLI until the day LTG McChrystal was nominated by President Obama to command ISAF. He was immediately ordered to the Pentagon to prepare LTG McChrystal for senate confirmation and to assist him when he took command in Kabul.2009-2010 As ADC to LTG McChrystal, Jason helped prepare him for his assignment and attended all meetings with Legislative and Executive branch leaders in Washington. Within hours of the Senate confirmation, they flew to Brussels to meet with NATO leaders and then onwards to Kabul Afghanistan. In Kabul Jason helped GEN McChrystal form trusting relationships with the same Afghan leaders Jason worked closely with when they first formed the government in 2002.For the next 2 months Jason traveled with GEN McChrystal to over half the provinces to listen to NATO and Afghan forces, and Afghan leaders to better understand the war.  Jason assisted COMISAF during the strategic review of the U.S. and NATO Afghanistan policy, often quietly liaising between GEN McChrystal and Ambassador Eikenberry, his new and old bosses.After the strategic review was sent to CENTCOM Jason was selected to initiate and design the NATO interagency team focused on reintegration — i.e., how former insurgents could rejoin society. GEN McChrystal loaned Jason to support the incoming Reintegration Advisor who had worked on a similar mission in Iraq and would carry out sensitive diplomatic missions.As the Military Assistant and Political Advisor to retired British Lt Gen Sir Graeme Lamb. They worked with the Afghan government as they developed their peace and reintegration policy with foreign governments, diplomats, and international organizations. This also helped launch the US/NATO peace process and made Jason one of the insiders on Afghan peace talks for over a decade.2010-2014After a year in Dari (Afghan Farsi) language training at DLI, and graduation from the Army Command and General Staff College, Jason was assigned to the Joint Chiefs of Staff's Afghanistan and Pakistan Task Force. In that role, he led two of the highest-level interagency teams of Afghanistan and Pakistan experts in providing products and briefings for the Joint Chiefs of Staff and OSD leadership, and the White House.  Also in that role, his teams helped prepare four different Generals to assume senior commands in Afghanistan. One of his team's key efforts was monitoring and helping U.S. leaders prepare for diplomatic negotiations with the Taliban.2015-2021After retiring in 2015, Jason continued his focus on Afghanistan and Islam as a professor at numerous institutes and continued to advise the U.S. and Afghan governments, and international bodies.From 2016 to 2017, he served as an advisor on the Presidential Transition Team's National Security cell focused on the Afghan peace process and foreign relations with Islamic nations. He contributed ideas to both the 2017 National Security Strategy and 2018 National Strategy for Counterterrorism.From 2017 onwards he served as an advisor on conflict resolution to the U.S. government, NATO member states, parts of the U.N., the Afghan President's NSC staff, and the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces leadership.Jason was invited to give presentations at the 2019 and 2020 Central and South Asia Military Intelligence conferences at U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). His topics included the future of the ANDSF, and the Unconventional Warfare efforts of Pakistan against Afghan and NATO forces.Jason led a USIP project team to assess post-conflict security in Afghanistan that culminated in a an invitation from the Afghan President and UN Chief in Kabul to give a presentation to over 70 nations at the 2020 U.N. Donor Conference on Afghanistan in Geneva.A second USIP project allowed his team to remain involved in the peace process until August 2021 as part of a U.S. Institute of Peace project authorized to conduct Track-2 diplomacy while talking to the Afghan government, various parts of Afghan society, and Taliban supporters.From 2019-2021 during both USIP projects his team took part in the USIP-led discussions that contributed to the congressionally-mandated Afghanistan Study Group Report. “A Pathway for Peace in Afghanistan” was published in February 2021.August 2021 OnwardsAfter the collapse of the Afghan republic while Jason was virtually assisting the evacuation of at-risk Afghans from Kabul, he and his colleagues formed the Global Friends of Afghanistan non-profit (GFA) to speak and write about Afghanistan and ensure the topic of Afghanistan was not removed from the daily news, and to help Afghans raise their voices to the outside world. On 1 September 2022 GFA held their inaugural annual conference with Georgetown University to discuss the evacuation and resettlement of Afghans, and the humanitarian crisis and security collapse in Afghanistan. Writing ExperienceSummaryJason has written 5 books, was on the editing team of the FAO Association International Affairs Journal, and was the senior editor for A Voice for Two Nations blog. He has published over 225 articles, essays, and news reports in over 40 outlets. He is a mentor to writers and a member of the Military Writers Guild, where he edits and co-authors with new writers. Most recently he has begun publishing U.S. veterans and Afghan book authors at Tamarisk Press a niche publishing assistance non-profit. His work has been published in the following outlets: CNN, Fast Company, Foreign Policy, The National Interest, ClearanceJobs News, Military Times, The Cipher Brief, US Institute of Peace, The Global Observatory, Small Wars Journal, Divergent Options, From The Green Notebook, The Bridge, The Forge, The Foreign Service Journal, The FAOA Journal, Observer, Task&Purpose, Business Insider, Real Clear Defense and Politics, SOFX The Special Operations Forces Network, US Army War College, Naval Postgraduate School, O-Dark-Thirty, and in various Afghan newspapers like Reporterly, and Hasht e Subh. He also discusses Afghanistan, Terrorism, and Islam on CNN, Afghan International Persian, TRT World, and Voice of America, and appears on other news and radio outlets.Select Publications Books2012, Lions in the Path of Stability and Security: Oman's Response to Pressing Issues in the Middle East. My 2008 NPS thesis was published in Oman in Arabic.2017, The Quran: A Chronological Modern English Interpretation. Gold Medal Winner at the National Indie Excellence Awards2021, Leaders Always Go a Little Further: ...Unless They Trip. Foreword by LtGen Sir Graeme Lamb.2021, Ali's American Dream: An Iraqi Refugee's Story of Survival and Triumph. Foreword by SIV recipient Nasirullah Safi formerly of Afghanistan.2022, U.S. War Options in Afghanistan: Choose Your Own Path. Foreword by Afghan Colonel A. Rahman Rahmani, a would-be terrorist who was deradicalized and later flew special operations combat missions against the Taliban-Haqqani network and aided evacuation of Afghans Pilots in 2021. 2020-2022, Lead Editor of the Foreign Area Officer Association book, Culture Shock: Leadership Lessons from the Military's Diplomatic Corps. Foreword by LTG (Ret) Charles Hooper. Publishing advisor and book formatting for 4 books. 2021: Brand Elverston's Proclivity and Nasirullah Safi's Get the Terp Up Here!2022: Brand Elverston's Instruments of Ignorance and Nasirullah Safi's Indispensable: Tale of a Military Interpreter Various Studies (contributor and author/co-author)2009, US Strategy Review of US and NATO Afghanistan Policy, ISAF2009, A Case Study in Security Sector Reform: Learning from Security Sector Reform/Building in Afghanistan (October 2002-September 2003), US Army War College press2010 Afghanistan Peace and Reintegration Programme, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan2021, “No Going Backward”: Afghanistan's Post–Peace Accord Security Sector, USIP2022, Afghan Women: “I Don't Feel Safe.” A Global Friends of Afghanistan survey report, GFA Select recent articles and columnsAug 2022, Afghanistan Has Become a Terrorist Paradise, The National InterestAug 2022, How Can We Help Afghanistan? Ask the Afghans, The National InterestMar 2022, Information Operations: How is Ukraine Different Than Afghanistan? ClearanceJobs NewsMar 2022, Lessons Learned from the Last 20 Years: 9 Flaws in the American Way of War, ClearanceJobsDec 2021, U.S. Foreign Affairs Influence and the Afghanistan Fallout for the U.S., ClearanceJobs NewsOct 2021, Why Afghan Peace Talks Got Derailed, ClearanceJobs NewsSep 2021, ‘You Are Fighting in the Wrong Country.' How We Failed Afghan Policy Miserably, The Pilot19 Aug 2021, Taliban Takeover in Kabul: Pakistani Invasion Complete in Afghanistan, ClearanceJobs9 Aug 2021, Where is the Taliban with the Doha Peace Process? ClearanceJobs NewsMay 2021, Terrorists Kill Around 90 Afghan Students: The World Shrugs, ClearanceJobs NewsApr 2021, Afghanistan Needs a Weaker President: Decentralizing power can be key to long-term peace, Foreign Policy, with Shabnam NasimiFeb 2021, Taliban Keep Showing True Colors with Mockery of the Doha Peace Process, ClearanceJobsJan 2021, Path to Peace in Afghanistan for the Biden Administration, ClearanceJobs NewsDec 2020, Time to Make the Taliban Diplomatically Uncomfortable, ClearanceJobs NewsFeb 2019, America, don't abandon Afghanistan…Again, CNN, with Abdul Rahman Rahmani

EpochTV
Capitol Report (Sept. 19): 60 Minutes: Biden's First TV Interview in Months; New Rules for Transgender Minors in Virginia

EpochTV

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 19:20


Some of President Joe Biden's remarks on his 2024 plans, the pandemic, and Taiwan depart from what the White House has said. To break down Biden's “60 minutes” interview, we sit down with Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack. The Biden administration returns a kidnapped American home in exchange for releasing a Taliban prisoner. The prisoner swap took place in Kabul Afghanistan earlier Monday. Among the last of Congress's priories ahead of the midterms is to change the way electoral votes are tallied. The House is taking action this week on a bill that members say is meant to prevent another Jan. 6. The Texas city of El Paso is running out of resources to house illegal immigrants, as Texas plans to send more illegal border crossers to Democrat-run cities throughout the country. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has implemented new guidelines for how transgender minors will be regarded in his state. We speak to Victoria Manning, a mother from Virginia Beach and a member of the school board. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

JUNTO
Episode 33: Remembering Tay

JUNTO

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 45:42


Today, August 26, 2022, marks the one year anniversary of our nephew being KIA, along with 12 other servicemen and women in Kabul Afghanistan.  In this episode we briefly discuss the moment we found out Taylor was KIA but mostly, we discuss Taylor and the fond memories we have of him.   This episode is intended to for you to get to know Taylor the way we know him.  He is brave, courageous, and loves his family deeply.  This was reflected not only in Taylor's life, but was also reflected in his final moments on earth.  We hope that through this episode,  you get to know and love Taylor the way we do.

Suraj Podcast
Episode 248 - The Saga of Bhai Gurdas Part 1

Suraj Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 12:58


In this episode we begin a small series on Bhai Gurdas and his saga which begins with an expedition to buy horses from Kabul Afghanistan. This relates to Chapter 2 of Raas 7.

Sandy Rios in the Morning
1 Year Anniversary Of Fall of Kabul Afghanistan, Josh Brecheen Discusses OK House 2 Election, and CPAC Interview With Marine Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller

Sandy Rios in the Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 54:06


Interviews - Deutschlandfunk
Kabul - Afghanistan-Untersuchungsausschuss vor einem Jahr

Interviews - Deutschlandfunk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2022 1:54


Heinzle, Christophwww.deutschlandfunk.de, InterviewDirekter Link zur Audiodatei

Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews
8/5/22 Laurie Calhoun on Zawahri's Alleged Assassination and the Fanaticism of the Military Industrial Complex

Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 34:36


Scott talks with Libertarian Institute Senior Fellow Laurie Calhoun. They begin with a discussion of last week's announcement that a CIA drone strike killed Al Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahri in Kabul Afghanistan. Calhoun explains why she remains skeptical of the CIA's claims absent any proof. They then get into the article she published at the Libertarian Institute which examines the fanatical mindset behind war hawks and others who depend on killing for their livelihoods.  Discussed on the show: Site Intelligence Group “The MIC Cult” (The Libertarian Institute) “A MAD Heist” (The Libertarian Institute) Scott's debate with Bill Kristol Scott's debate with Cathy Young Defend the Guard Laurie Calhoun is a Senior Fellow at the Libertarian Institute and the author of We Kill Because We Can: From Soldiering to Assassination in the Drone Age, War and Delusion: A Critical Examination, You Can Leave, and Philosophy Unmasked: A Skeptic's Critique. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods' Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; EasyShip; Free Range Feeder; Thc Hemp Spot; Green Mill Supercritical; Bug-A-Salt and Listen and Think Audio. Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts
8/5/22 Laurie Calhoun on Zawahri's Alleged Assassination and the Fanaticism of the Military Industrial Complex

The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 33:22


 Download Episode. Scott talks with Libertarian Institute Senior Fellow Laurie Calhoun. They begin with a discussion of last week's announcement that a CIA drone strike killed Al Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahri in Kabul Afghanistan. Calhoun explains why she remains skeptical of the CIA's claims absent any proof. They then get into the article she published at the Libertarian Institute which examines the fanatical mindset behind war hawks and others who depend on killing for their livelihoods.  Discussed on the show: Site Intelligence Group “The MIC Cult” (The Libertarian Institute) “A MAD Heist” (The Libertarian Institute) Scott's debate with Bill Kristol Scott's debate with Cathy Young Defend the Guard Laurie Calhoun is a Senior Fellow at the Libertarian Institute and the author of We Kill Because We Can: From Soldiering to Assassination in the Drone Age, War and Delusion: A Critical Examination, You Can Leave, and Philosophy Unmasked: A Skeptic's Critique. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods' Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; EasyShip; Free Range Feeder; Thc Hemp Spot; Green Mill Supercritical; Bug-A-Salt and Listen and Think Audio. Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG.

Fighting Terror
Breaking News: Responding to the drone strike on Al-Zawahiri

Fighting Terror

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 14:22


On Saturday, US President Joe Biden announced that the United States had killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, current emir of al-Qaeda and longtime deputy to Osama bin Laden, in Kabul (Afghanistan). Zawahiri's death raises questions about the succession and the relevance of al-Qaeda in the current terrorist threat landscape, as well as Afghanistan's role following last year's rushed exit by Western forces. In this episode, Lucinda speaks with Hans-Jakob Schindler, the Senior Director at the Counter Terrorism Project. From 2001 until 2005, Hans headed the federal government of Germany's team investigating al-Qaida in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Central Asia. Between 2005 and 2011, Hans held the position of First Secretary Political Affairs and Liaison to the Security Forces at the German Embassy in Tehran. Acting as a special advisor to the ambassador, he led the embassy's crisis management team during the 2006 and 2009/10 disturbances in Iran.

JUNTO
Episode 31: Finding Ways To Remember Those Who Gave It All.

JUNTO

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2022 41:29


On Episode 31 I'm joined by Photographer and military advocate, Kara Hackney who has dedicated her instagram page to bringing awareness and remembrance to those who have lost their lives in the line of duty and who are actively serving. After the events in Kabul Afghanistan in August 2021, Kara, like most of us, was disheartened at the unnecessary loss of life and the circumstances surrounding the entire evacuation process.  Kara was so hurt and angry that she almost vowed to get rid of social media completely.  It is truly an overwheeming and helpless feeling when it seems that there is nothing that can be done in such tragic circumstances but in true military fashion, and with true Marine grit, Kara decided to dedicate her social media to honoring the 13 killed in Kabul as well as survivors and others actively serving.  Kara herself is daughter to a Vietnam veteran and granddaughter to WWII veterans so a legacy of military service is a natural passion for her. In this episode we discuss ways we can keep the memory alive of those that were lost in Kabul and talk about the importance of supporting our military families. Please give Kara a follow on Instagram here ➡️ @KaraHackneyk. You can catch this episode and others here!! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://myurls.co/jeremy.j.soto #FYP #Podcast #reels #kabul13 #podcastersofinstagram

The FireDawg Podcast
The FireDawg Podcast - Episode 41 - Fire Protection Support for the 2021 Afghanistan Withdrawl - MSgt Roy Campos

The FireDawg Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022


In this episode, Matt speaks with MSgt Roy Campos about the Air Force Fire Protection Support given on Hamid Karzai International Airport (HKIA) in Kabul Afghanistan in August 2021. Roy led the 13 person Fire Protection Quick Strike Team (QST) for 12 days in support of the Afghanistan evacuation and the largest human airlift in history. In the episode, he recounts the experience and highlights specific events during their time on HKIA. As a result of his leadership and the teams efforts, Roy received a Bronze Star Medal on March 31, 2022.

Motivate to Move
Best trade ever - With Darren Duguay part1 #81A

Motivate to Move

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 46:39


Tonight our very special guest is Darren Duguay, we met at the 8@8 on a Saturday morning at the YMCA in Moncton while running. We learn that Darren served in the military for 27 years and we want to thank Darren for all his service. We talk about Darren and his Boston Marathon runs and how a total team commitment got everyone through to the end. Then we get onto the 2013 Boston marathon when the bombs went off and how that affected Darren and the rest of the team. A moment in time a person would probably never forget. After leaving the Canadian Forces Darren went on a different path and he asks us some questions, such as how would an injury affect an individual or athlete, very interesting. Darren tells us that he was running in Kabul Afghanistan and sometimes while there it would get up as high as nearly 50 degrees celsius, Wow! Darren tells us he started running in his childhood and in his little community Darren faced a lot of trauma. While still young he was told he needed an inhaler because of his asthma. After a short period of time, Darren traded his inhaler for a pair of sneakers and that's where it all started. After the age of 45, Darren learned he was running to run away from his problems instead of facing them. The story Darren tells us is very inspiring and we believe everyone should listen and hear how a person overcame all to get to where he is today. There is no stopping Darren. We also get into Holistic fitness and Emotional Fitness ® and Darren explains this so well. He goes in-depth and part two is even more in-depth. Darren's talk is excellent and we hope you enjoy listening to this episode and part two as much as we did recording it.

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/03/21/park-in-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
Kabul residents preparing for Nawrooz 1401 commemoration – Capital Kabul | Afghanistan 

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/03/19/kabul-residents-preparing-for-nawrooz-1401-commemoration-capital-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
Earthenware pots seller in first Macrorayan – Capital Kabul | Afghanistan 

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/03/17/earthenware-pots-seller-in-first-macrorayan-capital-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
Farm chickens seller in Beni Hesar, Hafiz Amiri Reports Capital Kabul | Afghanistan 

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/03/16/farm-chickens-seller-in-beni-hesar-hafiz-amiri-reports-capital-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
Kota e Sangi Bazaar | Capital Kabul | Afghanistan 

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/03/12/kota-e-sangi-bazaar-capital-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
FUNNY LAGHMANI VEGETABLE SELLER IN KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/02/28/funny-laghmani-vegetable-seller-in-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
THE LIFE OF JOSEPH IN KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 0:31


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/02/24/the-life-of-joseph-in-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/02/05/dare-market-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
KABUL, AFGHANISTAN, INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/01/27/kabul-afghanistan-intercontinental-hotel/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/01/25/capital-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
YOGURT, CHEESE AND CHUTNEY SELLER IN QALA E NAJARA, KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/01/24/yogurt-cheese-and-chutney-seller-in-qala-e-najara-kabul-afghanistan/

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN
WALKING IN LESI MARYAM, KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

AFGHAN NEWSWIRE - THE VOICE OF THE FREE AFGHANISTAN

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 0:34


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/01/23/walking-in-lesi-maryam-kabul-afghanistan/

disslikethedj
President Biden & Kabul Afghanistan

disslikethedj

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 59:27


Way to go Uncle Joe! Where do we go from here? D&J have a few ideas. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disslikethedj/support

HARDHEADED
Kabul, Afghanistan Withdrawal Debacle: A Marine's take. Also, Are you consuming too much news?

HARDHEADED

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 68:32


This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the people stranded at the Kabul airport. Matt served in Afghanistan and provides us more insight than what we see in the news. Do the ideologies of the Taliban and the current Australian government have anything in common? Troy and Chet agree on the top sports movie of all-time. This is a Hardheaded Podcast first! Spoiler alert! Matt spends way too much time talking through the entire plot of a movie that he recommends we watch, Woodlawn (2015). "Amusing Ourselves to Death" Are we living frivolous lives and dying in tears and anxiousness? Are we in information overload? Do we spend too much time focused on everything going on and forget to actually do important things that will impact us and those around us? Chet poses these thoughts and leads us to Acts 17 where we find this isn't a new phenomenon brought on by 24 hour news! Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: The Afghanistan debacle. Matt's experience with the Afghan people. Top 3: Hoosiers, Miracle, Remember the Titans, Karate Kid, Woodlawn, Friday Night Lights, Happy Gilmore, The Natural A Good Word: News. Ecc 1:9 "...there is nothing new under the sun." Acts 17:21 "Now all the Athenians and the foreigners who lived there would spend their time in nothing except telling or hearing something new." Amusing Ourselves to Death ANCOP, Afghan National Coalition of Police, ANA, Afghan National Army, interpreters, stranded, deployment, Al Qaeda, abandon, disgrace, veteran, active duty, Kabul, wounded veteran, IED, improvized explosive device, claymore, tribe, strongest tribe, Dan Oblinger, timeline, founding fathers, Declaration of Independence, helicopters, MRAP, M4, NVG's, drones, goggles, ideology, country boy, farmer, use of force, Australia, Biden failed, NATO Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Anderson Cooper 360
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott tests positive for Covid-19

Anderson Cooper 360

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 48:26


Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has tested positive for Covid-19, despite being fully vaccinated. The Republican has opposed mask mandates and issued an executive order banning school districts from requiring masks. Dr. Peter Hotez is the co-director at the Center for Vaccine Development at Texas Children’s Hospital. He tells Anderson Cooper school hasn’t started yet and kids are getting sick. Plus, CNN’s Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward joins AC360 from Kabul Afghanistan to describe the fear women now have that the Taliban have taken over saying they seem to “have largely melted away.” Airdate: August 17, 2021 Guests: Dr. Peter Hotez Clarissa WardTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Sandy Rios in the Morning
Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer Discusses The Fall of Kabul Afghanistan

Sandy Rios in the Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 54:15


Flip The Script Podcast
#24 The Fall Of Kabul

Flip The Script Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 22:31


In this podcast I discuss the fall of Kabul Afghanistan and the impact it has on The United States and the world.  

We Them!
Episode 4: Mozzy Dearest

We Them!

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 60:15


In this episode, we dive deep into the origin story of Maseeh Ahmadzai, from his meteoric rise of humble Kabul Afghanistan refugee beginnings to his burgeoning family business in bustling downtown Rochester, NY. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jaseehmake/message

I Love Funny Women!
All Of What You Do Is Relational w/ Dr. Lisa Baker

I Love Funny Women!

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 40:25


In this episode of the I Love Funny Women! It's all about Mothers! Happy Mother's day. We discuss Dina's birthday trip to Saugatuck, MI, The loss of the former first dog, the girl's school bombing in Kabul Afghanistan, The America First Tour with Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz's best hits and we talk to Edith a mom from Elk Grove, WI. Our guest this week is Lisa Baker PhD. Lisa and Dina discuss mental health and how to maneuver the world while focusing on maintaining your mental healthiness. Our Resident Sextrologist, René Heiden joins us with another Sex With The Stars.You can find us on all the social media @ilovefunnywomen and find us on YouTube.This podcast was written by Dina Nina Martinez IG & Facebook @dinaNinaMartinez and on Twitter @dinanmartinez Our Guest Lisa Baker can be found on https://lisabakerphd.org/Playing Edith is Vanessa Tortolano and she's on Instagram @vanessapants Find our glamorous Door Girl Gregg on instagram @ggpotterOur Sextrologist René Heiden on IG @reneheidensoultherapy and at reneheidensouldtherapy.com & our announcer is Crysta Garner and can be found on IG @CrystaGarnerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pearson Online Academy's
Pearson Global Explorer Podcast - Kabul, Afghanistan

Pearson Online Academy's "Global Explorer Podcast"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 51:04


Pearson Global Explorer Podcast - Kabul, Afghanistan Join us as we travel to Kabul, Afghanistan with Pearson Online Academy student Sahar! Host: Jason Agins jagins@pearsononlineacademy.com

Joe Public Speaking
Nonviolent Conflict Resolution in Afghanistan: Basir Bita is an advisor for Afghan Peace Volunteers, a youth group in Kabul, Afghanistan that advocates for nonviolent conflict resolution

Joe Public Speaking

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 26:22


Nonviolent Conflict Resolution in Afghanistan: Basir Bita is an advisor for Afghan Peace Volunteers, a youth group in Kabul, Afghanistan that advocates for nonviolent conflict resolution. He talks about the possible withdrawal of US troops from his country, and the possibility of Afghanistan one day serving as an example of bringing people back together again after years of war. Afghan Peace Volunteers: https://charterforcompassion.org/afghan-peace-volunteers --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tom-jackson2/support

Girls Gone WOD Podcast
Ep.23b: Sarah Evans, Capt, USAF

Girls Gone WOD Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2013 34:54


Extra special bonus episode! We had the pleasure of interviewing Sarah Evans, Captain in the USAF. While on a deployment in Kabul Afghanistan in 2011/2012, she was diagnosed with Stage III Spindle Cell Osteosarcoma (bone cancer originating in left hip) and was medivac'd to Brooke Army Medical Center for treatment. Sarah underwent aggressive chemotherapy and radiation and eventually the amputation of her left leg at the hip in order for the best chance of survival. She has now been “cancer free” for 18 months, with a fairly good prognosis, but will continue being monitored for a few more years. Sarah has been crossfitting at Alamo Crossfit for four months now thanks to the non-profit Transition Possible which pays for wounded warrior scholarships to crossfit gyms in San Antonio.