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Last time we spoke about the battle along the Wusong Creek. The situation was dire for the Chinese defenders, who faced overwhelming odds. Among them was Ogishima, a Japanese soldier who experienced the brutal reality of war firsthand. Amidst the chaos, battles erupted along the Wusong Creek, where both sides suffered heavy casualties. Chinese forces, despite being greatly outnumbered in terms of tactical superiority, demonstrated extraordinary resilience, fighting bravely even when retreat was necessary. As the battle raged on, tactics evolved; Chinese troops fortified defenses and implemented guerrilla warfare strategies. The soldiers transformed the landscape into a fortification, turning abandoned buildings into strongholds. October brought a fresh wave of violence. The Japanese pressed their attack, unleashing superior firepower that gradually saw them conquer Dachang.    #161 The Battle of Shanghai #6: the 800 heroes who defended the Sihang Warehouse Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Before the fall of Dachang, despite the threat of court-martial for anyone abandoning their posts, a general withdrawal of all Chinese forces in the Jiangwan salient was already in progress. As early as the night between October 24 and 25, the divisions within the salient had been ordered to move their baggage trains and support services back southwest across Suzhou Creek, utilizing the Zhongshan Bridge and Jessfield Railway Bridge. As the fighting intensified north of Zhabei in the subsequent days, the flow of soldiers, vehicles, and pack animals continued. By the night between October 26 and 27, the Chinese completely vacated metropolitan Shanghai north of Suzhou Creek. A foreign journalist wrot “The enormous Chinese army simply melted away and at dawn the Japanese found themselves facing empty positions. The two armies were no longer in contact.” During their retreat from Zhabei, the Chinese systematically set fire to thousands of shops and homes, implementing a scorched earth policy. At 7:00 am on October 27, eight narrow columns of smoke cut across the horizon from one end of Zhabei to the other. Two hours later, these columns had transformed into “huge black pillars stretching towards the azure sky.” By afternoon, a massive wall of smoke stretched four miles long, rising thousands of feet into the air. In the words of a German advisor, it was a fire “of unimaginable extent” that raged out of control for several days, repeatedly threatening to spill into the International Settlement. Refugees who had left Zhabei weeks or months earlier, hoping to return now that the fighting seemed to be over, were devastated to see their homes consumed by an immense sea of flames. The Japanese Army, or more specifically the doctrine guiding it in the field, failed in two significant ways by allowing some of China's best divisions to escape the trap they had set for them. First, on the evening of October 26, after taking Dachang, the Japanese columns could have advanced across Zhabei right to the edge of the International Settlement. Instead, they followed orders and ceased their advance at the line they had reached at sunset. German advisor Borchardt wrote “The only explanation for this is the lack of independent thinking among junior Japanese commanders and their fear of deviating even slightly from a meticulously detailed attack plan.  Since the Japanese focused on rallying and reorganizing their forces after the fall of Dachang, they missed an opportunity for a victory so decisive that the Chinese would have been forced to give up their continued resistance in Shanghai.” If the Japanese made their first mistake by leaving a door open for the enemy to escape, they committed a second error by failing to notice that the enemy was using that door. Although Japanese reconnaissance planes monitored the two main bridges utilized by the Chinese to retreat and even deployed parachute flares to detect movements at night, they inexplicably failed to observe the Chinese withdrawal. The retreat was executed precisely as planned, with every piece of artillery withdrawn. This allowed the Chinese to occupy prepared positions south of Suzhou Creek and around Nanxiang, enabling them to continue the fight another day. Despite their missteps, the Japanese initially celebrated their conquest of Zhabei as a victory, placing thousands of small Rising Sun flags throughout the district's ruins. Amid this sea of white and red, the only relatively intact structure, the Four Banks' Warehouse, starkly reminded them that the Chinese still maintained a foothold north of Suzhou Creek. Rumors began to circulate that the soldiers inside had vowed to fight to the death. The Japanese came to realize that their triumph in Zhabei would be perceived as flawed and would even resemble a defeat as long as the warehouse remained in Chinese hands. It was back on October 26, Chiang Kai-shek ordered all forces in Shanghai to withdraw to the western rural region. To facilitate a safe retreat, a rearguard was necessary, as is standard in military withdrawals. Chiang issued orders to General Gu Zhutong, the acting commander of the 3rd Military Region, to leave the 88th Division behind, not only to buy time for the retreating forces but also to stage a final grand stand in front of the Shanghai International Settlement. This was a last-ditch effort to gain international support, as the nine Great Powers were set to convene on November 6. However, General Gu Zhutong was personally attached to the 88th Division, and thus reluctant to abandon them. It's worth noting that he was acting commander in this position because his next post was to lead the 88th Division. Therefore, he telegrammed the divisional commander at the time, General Sun Yuanliang, who also opposed the plan to leave the 88th Division behind. While neither Gu Zhutong nor Sun Yuanliang were willing to disobey orders from the Generalissimo, Sun proposed a solution: They could leave a portion of the troops behind, just not the entire 88th Division. In his words, “How many people we sacrifice would not make a difference; it would achieve the same purpose.” Sun suggested leaving behind a single regiment from the 88th Division to defend one or two heavily fortified positions. Gu Zhutong agreed to this plan, and at that time, the 88th Divisional Headquarters was located at the Sihang Warehouse. The Sihang Warehouse is a six-story concrete building situated in the Zhabei district, just north of Suzhou Creek, at the northwestern edge of the New Lese Bridge. The warehouse was constructed collaboratively by four banks, hence the name "Sihang," which translates to "four banks." Directly across Suzhou Creek lies the Shanghai International Settlement, a neutral territory where Western foreigners resided. The fighting would occur literally just across the creek, forcing Western observers to witness the heroic last stand that China would make in Shanghai up close. For those who might not be aware, there is an outstanding film titled “The Eight Hundred.” I even reviewed the movie on my channel, the Pacific War Channel, on YouTube. The film excellently captures the remarkable situation, depicting an extravagant city on one side of a river, filled with entertainment, casinos, bars, and restaurants. The international community enjoys their vibrant lives, full of colors and lights, while on the other side lies a literal warzone. The Sihang Warehouse stands there, bullet-ridden, as the Japanese continuously attempt to storm it against the Chinese defenders. It's a compelling film worth checking out, feel free to take a look at my review as well! Returning to the story, Sun Yuanliang reconsidered and believed that leaving an entire regiment was excessive. Instead, he opted to leave behind an over-strength battalion. The 1st Battalion of the 524th Regiment was chosen for this task. A young colonel, Xie Jinyuan, who was also new to the 88th Division, volunteered to lead the battalion. No one who had met Xie Jinyuan could doubt that he was the ideal choice to lead the battalion that would stay behind, holed up inside the Sihang Warehouse in a corner of Zhabei, demonstrating to both the domestic and international audience that China remained resolute in its resistance against Japanese aggression. The 32-year-old graduate of the elite Central Military Academy, who had been stationed in Shanghai with the 88th Division since hostilities began in August, was a soldier to the core. He stood as straight as a bayonet, and according to a foreign correspondent who met him, even while wearing a mask, he was unmistakably a military man. In the correspondent's words, he represented “modern China stripped for action.” Upon receiving his assignment on the night of October 26, Xie Jinyuan went directly to the warehouse and was pleased with what he found. It resembled a virtual fortress. Each of its walls was pockmarked with numerous rifle slots, ensuring that attacking infantry would face a barrage of fire from the building's well-defended positions. It was evident that once the Japanese arrived, they would surround the structure on three sides; however, a link remained to the International Settlement to the south across Lese Bridge. British forward positions were as close as 40 feet away, and with careful maneuvering and a bit of luck, it was likely that the injured could be evacuated under the cover of darkness. From a tactical standpoint, it was an ideal location.   Still, improvements were possible, and Xie ordered the soldiers already present to work through the night to enhance their defenses. They had an ample supply of large bags filled with wheat and corn at their disposal, which served as excellent substitutes for sandbags. Xie Jinyuan's first challenge was to rally the soldiers of the 524th Regiment's 1st Battalion to occupy the warehouse positions. This was a complex task, given the short notice, as the companies and platoons were scattered throughout Zhabei, and some had unknowingly begun moving west with the rest of the Chinese Army, unaware of the orders their battalion had received. Throughout the night, Xie and his second-in-command, Yang Ruifu, dispatched orderlies through the blazing streets in search of their men amidst the throng of retreating soldiers. Eventually, their efforts bore fruit. By 9:00 a.m. on October 27, the last remaining soldiers of the battalion arrived at the warehouse. By then, Xie Jinyuan's force consisted of just over 400 officers and soldiers. This was a minuscule number compared to the might of the Japanese military, and they were immediately put to the test. Xie was unfamiliar with the men under his command, effectively being thrown into the deep end, so to speak. The location chosen for their stand was, of course, the Sihang Warehouse. The 1st Battalion originally comprised eight hundred men, but casualties incurred during the Battle of Shanghai had reduced their numbers to just 452 soldiers before the defense of the Sihang Warehouse began. Each soldier was armed with either a Hanyang 88 or Chiang Kai-shek rifle, an 8mm Mauser, grenades, a German M1935 Stahlhelm, a gas mask, and they also had some Czech ZB vz.26 light machine guns, along with four Type 24 Maxim guns. They would face off against the forces of the 3rd IJA Division, commanded by General Iwane Matsui, as well as the 10th Battalion, 8th, and 9th Companies of the Shanghai Special Naval Landing Force under Captain Okochi Denshichi. The Japanese forces were further bolstered by approximately 260 sailors from the Yokosuka 2nd Independent SNLF Company and another 200 sailors from the Kure 1st SNLF 2nd Company. Additionally, the 8th and 9th Companies of the Shanghai SNLF, originally attached to the 4th Artillery Battalion, would provide support with howitzers and mountain guns. In total, around 980 infantrymen from the reinforced 10th Battalion of the Shanghai SNLF, along with another 200 artillerymen from the 8th and 9th Companies, were involved in the Japanese assault on the Sihang Warehouse. Xie Jinyuan consolidated his battalion's defenses inside the Sihang Warehouse, believing it would provide his men the highest chance of holding out for as long as possible. He correctly assessed that the Imperial Japanese Army would be unable to use their heaviest artillery, aerial bombardment, gas attacks, or naval guns for fear of accidentally striking the International Settlement. It's important to remember that this was 1937, and the Empire of Japan was not willing to risk open warfare with Western nations until 1941. What the Japanese did have access to were armored vehicles, such as the Type 94 tankettes. The Japanese infantry were equipped with various weapons, including the Arisaka Type 38 rifle, Type 11 and Type 96 light machine guns, the Nambu Type 14 pistol, Type 92 heavy machine gun, Type 97 grenade, Type 89 grenade discharger, and the Type 93 flamethrower. On October 27, various companies of the battalion reached the Sihang Warehouse after a fighting withdrawal. By this point, they numbered 414 men, who essentially volunteered for a suicide mission and were later acknowledged by Chiang Kai-shek for their “exemplary soldierly conduct.” The 1st Battalion was commanded by Army Major Yang Ruifu, and their forces included the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Companies, as well as a Machine Gun Company, totaling 452 men once the remaining soldiers arrived. Due to two months of intense fighting in Shanghai, many of the German-trained elite troops had been killed or wounded, leaving the majority of the reinforcements at the Sihang Warehouse to be garrison troops from the surrounding provinces. Many of these soldiers came from the 5th Regiment of the Hubei Province Garrison, which meant that many were also inexperienced recruits. On October 27, news began to circulate throughout Shanghai that Chinese forces were still resisting the Japanese in the Zhabei district at the Sihang Warehouse. At 4 a.m., a Girl Guide named Yang Huimin approached a British guard at a post at the Chinese end of the New Lese Bridge, where she noticed a British soldier tossing a pack of cigarettes into the warehouse. Yang asked the soldier what he was doing, and he informed her that there was a battalion of Chinese soldiers inside. She then wrote a message and requested that the soldier place it inside a cigarette box and toss it over. Soon, the Chinese tossed back the cigarette box with a message indicating they needed food, ammunition, and lubricant for their weapons. Yang then left the bridge and began pleading for help at the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce, but no one believed her story. Xie Jinyuan deployed the 1st Company, led by Captain Tao Xingchun, on the right side of the warehouse along Tibet Road. The 3rd Company, led by Shi Meihao, was stationed on the left across from the Bank of Communications building, while the 2nd Company, commanded by Deng Ying, held the other sides. Two heavy Type 24 Maxim machine guns were mounted on the roof of the Sihang Warehouse, with additional machine guns distributed among each company. A forward platoon from each company was sent out to provide early warning of any enemy attack. Furthermore, Xie ordered his combat engineers to place remote-detonated charges in front of the warehouse. His units were strategically dispersed with rifles and machine guns throughout the warehouse and on the rooftop. They reinforced the building with bags of sand, corn, and beans, and razed surrounding structures to create a deadly killing field. At 7:30 am an advance outpost reported seeing Japanese marines near the North Train Station, and 45 minutes later, it confirmed that the enemy's flag was flying over that building. The Chinese soldiers were ordered to engage the advancing IJA 3rd division, and over the next two hours, they executed a fighting retreat back toward the warehouse. A brief pause ensued, during which the Chinese defenders prepared themselves, with some taking up positions on the various floors of the warehouse and others crouching behind an outer wall surrounding the building. At 1:00 pm a Japanese column approached the warehouse, confidently marching down the middle of the road behind a large Rising Sun banner. It appeared more like a victory parade than a tactical maneuver. Once they were in range, the Chinese officers ordered their men to fire. Five Japanese soldiers fell, causing the rest of the column to scramble for cover. Within an hour, the Japanese had amassed enough troops to attempt a storming assault on the warehouse. A sizable force surrounded the building, unleashing so much firepower that the Chinese were forced to abandon the outer wall and retreat to the warehouse itself. Although the defenses remained solid, the crisis was far from over, and the attackers appeared to have gained dangerous momentum The first bloodshed occurred when ten IJA soldiers were killed while attempting to secure fortifications around the warehouse that had been rigged with explosives. At 2 p.m., a National Revolutionary Army  platoon led by Yin Qiucheng exchanged fire with approximately fifty IJA troops. By 3 pm, an IJA company consisting of around 194 men launched an attack on the warehouse from the west. During this engagement, the 3rd Company commander, Shi Meihao, was shot in the face but continued to lead the defense until he was shot again in the leg. Meanwhile, about seventy IJA soldiers took cover in a blind spot just southwest of the warehouse. In response, the NRA climbed to the rooftop and threw grenades at the IJA, killing seven and wounding twenty. The initial assault by the IJA was a failure, prompting them to set fire to the northwestern section of the warehouse, where fuel and lumber were stored. By 5 pm., firefighter efforts had extinguished the blaze, as the IJA were preoccupied with looting the Zhabei area. At this point, Yang Ruifu, the second-in-command, commanded a dozen soldiers to rush to the roof and lob hand grenades at the Japanese forces below. This counterattack halted the Japanese advance. As the Japanese withdrew, they left behind seven dead. Much of the fighting was closely watched by excited Chinese on the other side of the 60-yard Suzhou Creek. Each time news spread of another Japanese soldier being killed, a triumphant cheer erupted from the crowd. At 9 pm, battalion commander Yang Ruifu assessed that there would likely be no further IJA attacks that day and ordered the NRA to repair their fortifications and eat their meals. However, no one slept that night. The NRA suffered two deaths and four wounded, while the IJA reported seventeen dead and twenty wounded. Foreign correspondents witnessed the battle from the safety of Suzhou Creek, enjoying a front-row seat to the harsh reality of urban combat. One reporter observed a small group of Japanese soldiers cautiously approaching the warehouse, navigating through the broken masonry and twisted metal. Crawling from cover to cover, it took them 50 minutes to traverse just 50 yards. The Chinese defenders, watching from concealed vantage points, had been monitoring their movements all along. Once the Japanese party was close enough, the defenders unleashed a barrage of hand grenades. After the dust settled, they used their rifles to finish off anyone still able to move. Several Japanese attempting to rescue their wounded comrades were also killed. It was a war without mercy. Even after darkness fell over the warehouse, there was no time for sleep. The soldiers worked tirelessly to repair damages and reinforce their positions.  The next morning, Xie Jinyuan contacted the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce for assistance, having received their phone number from Yang Huimin. At 7 am on October 28, Japanese bombers began to circle the warehouse but refrained from dropping any bombs for fear of hitting the International Settlement. Surrounding the rooftops of nearby buildings was a sea of Rising Sun flags, serving to intimidate the NRA and signal that they were encircled. By 8 am, Xie delivered a pep talk to the defenders and noticed an IJA squad advancing along the Suzhou Creek. According to Yang Ruifu's memoirs, Xie picked up a rifle and shot one of the IJA soldiers from over a kilometer away, halting the squad's advance. At 3 pm, it began to rain as the IJA launched a major attack on the west side of the warehouse, taking control of the Bank of Communications building. From there, they deployed machine guns and cannons to bombard the north face of the warehouse. However, the cannons were unable to significantly damage the six-foot-thick walls, and the Japanese troops in the bank building were easily suppressed by the defenders on the warehouse roof, who enjoyed a superior vantage point. After two hours of fighting, the Japanese gave up on the attack but managed to cut electricity and water to the warehouse. Yang Ruifu ordered strict rationing, with each company placing its water reserves under guard and collecting urine in large barrels for firefighting purposes if necessary. Witnessing the fierce Chinese resistance, the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce was invigorated, and news of the stand quickly spread via radio. Crowds of 30,000 people gathered along the southern bank of the Suzhou Creek, cheering the defenders on. In response, ten truckloads of aid were donated by Shanghai citizens, making their way over the bridge to the warehouse throughout the night. The defenders received food, fruit, clothing, utensils, and letters of support from the citizens. A few journalists attempted to visit, but due to the commanding officers being busy, they only managed to meet with Lei Xiong, the Machine Gun Company commander. Xie Jinyuan also utilized the same trucks to transport ten wounded men into the International Settlement. During these truck transit actions, three NRA soldiers were killed by Japanese sharpshooters. Yang Huimin courageously ran to the warehouse to personally deliver the Republic of China flag to Xie Jinyuan. Upon receiving the flag, Xie was asked by a reporter about his plans, to which he simply replied, “Defend to the death.” Yang Huimin then requested a list of the soldiers' names to announce to the entire country. However, Xie was reluctant to provide this information, fearing it would reveal his actual numbers and prompt the Japanese to storm the warehouse. Instead, he wrote down 800 names from the original 524th Regiment's roster. Thus, the legend of the “800 Heroes” was born. The next morning, the Republic of China flag was hoisted on a thirteen-foot pole atop the Sihang Warehouse. Since Yang Huimin had only delivered the flag without a pole, the defenders constructed a makeshift pole using two bamboo culms tied together, holding a flag-raising ceremony. Crowds gathered in the International Settlement, reaching up to thirty thousand in number, shouting “Zhōnghuá Mínguó wànsu!” (Long live the Republic of China). Japanese aircraft attempted to destroy the flag with strafing fire but were unsuccessful and were forced to retreat due to anti-aircraft fire. At noon, the IJA launched their largest offensive to date, attacking the warehouse from all directions with Type 94 tankettes and cannons. The 3rd NRA Company was pushed out of their defensive lines to the base of the warehouse and then further into the warehouse itself. The IJA's cannon fire chipped away at the warehouse structure, creating new firing ports on the windowless west wall. The Japanese attempted to scale the walls to the second floor using ladders. Xie Jinyuan was positioned near a window when two IJA soldiers managed to climb into the second floor beside him. He choked the first soldier to death and shot the other while kicking over the ladder they had used. The situation became dire as a platoon of IJA soldiers began placing explosives to breach the west wall. As the battle raged on, the IJA platoon continued planting explosives at the base of the west wall in an effort to breach it. When the Chinese defenders noticed what they were doing, 21-year-old Private Chen Shusheng, armed with a grenade vest, jumped from a second-story window onto the IJA platoon that was planting the explosives. His suicide attack killed himself and twenty Japanese soldiers below. The fighting continued until darkness fell, with waves of IJA soldiers storming the warehouse using armored vehicles. Ultimately, the IJA had to abandon their assault and began digging a tunnel towards the warehouse with an excavator. In response, posters emerged in the International Settlement, showcasing the movement of the IJA to the NRA. At 7 am, on October 30, the IJA recommenced their attacks, this time employing heavy artillery, firing approximately one shell per second throughout the day. The NRA responded by reinforcing the warehouse with additional sandbags. As night approached, the IJA utilized floodlights to illuminate the warehouse, allowing their artillery fire to continue unabated. Despite the overwhelming firepower, the defenders still managed to destroy some of the IJA's armored vehicles. The International Settlement exerted pressure on the IJA to cease the artillery fire, as it was dangerously close to their area. They informed the IJA that they would attempt to persuade the NRA to end their defense. A petition was sent to Chiang Kai-shek to stop the fighting for humanitarian reasons. By this point, the defense of the Sihang Warehouse had accomplished all its objectives. The NRA forces in Shanghai had successfully redeployed to more favorable positions in the rural west. Moreover, the defense of the warehouse had garnered significant attention from the Western world. Consequently, Chiang Kai-shek authorized a retreat. Chiang Kai-shek ordered the battalion to retreat into the foreign concession and to rejoin the 88th Division, which was now fighting in western Shanghai. A meeting was arranged with British General Telfer-Smollet and Yan Hu of the Shanghai Auxiliary Police to facilitate the retreat. The 524th Regiment would retreat to the International Settlement by crossing the New Lese Bridge. The 3rd IJA Division commander, Matsui Iwane, was notified of this plan and agreed, promising to allow the defenders to retreat unharmed, although he would ultimately not fulfill this promise. At midnight on November 1, Xie Jinyuan led the retreat of 376 men out of the warehouse and across the New Lese Bridge into the International Settlement. Ten NRA soldiers had been killed, and twenty-seven were too wounded to move; those soldiers volunteered to stay behind and man the machine guns on the rooftop to provide cover for the retreat. During the crossing, ten additional NRA soldiers were wounded by IJA sharpshooter fire. By 2 a.m. on November 1, the retreat was complete, marking the end of the defense of the Sihang Warehouse. After the battle, Xie Jinyuan reported that more than 100 Japanese troops had been killed by the defenders. General Sun Yuanliang stated, “Enemy corpses in the vicinity of Sihang Warehouse totaled approximately two hundred.” Xie Jimin claimed, “More than 200 enemy troops were killed and countless others were wounded. Two enemy tanks were also destroyed, and two more were damaged. The number of enemies was based on the daily counts obtained by observation posts.” The NRA suffered ten deaths and thirty-seven wounded, while the IJA incurred an estimated two hundred killed, along with several others wounded. However, a Japanese report indicated that after the SNLF 10th Battalion stormed the Sihang Warehouse, they found only 80 Chinese corpses. As of 2022, historians now estimate that 377 Chinese soldiers managed to retreat, suggesting that the actual death toll for the Chinese was likely around 33. The Battle of Shanghai was arguably unwinnable for the Chinese from the outset. It was only a matter of time before the Japanese would gain the upper hand due to their material and technological advantages. As the fighting dragged on, with the Japanese capturing stronghold after stronghold in the countryside surrounding the city, the immense toll exacted on the defenders led a growing number of Chinese generals to question the wisdom of clinging to a city that was ultimately destined to fall. They pushed for a more comprehensive withdrawal rather than the tactical retreat from Zhabei and Jiangwan that had already taken place. Otherwise, thousands more soldiers would die in vain. Moreover, there were serious concerns about morale taking a devastating hit, which could compromise China's ability to continue the fight. This was becoming a pressing issue. Chinese troops, who had initially entered the battle with an upbeat and patriotic spirit, gradually lost their fervor as casualties mounted in a seemingly hopeless battle. Once a division was reduced to one-third of its original strength, it was sent to the rear for reorganization and replenishment before being returned to the frontline. Most soldiers perceived the odds of survival as heavily stacked against them. Despite regular visits to the front, Chiang Kai-shek remained largely unaware of these grim realities. Officers who understood the true conditions in the trenches were also familiar with the supreme commander's stubborn nature and his determination to defend Shanghai to the bitter end. Given the circumstances, they felt it unwise to reveal the full truth to him. This charade could not continue indefinitely. In some units, the situation was deteriorating so rapidly that it became increasingly likely soldiers would simply abandon their positions. With mutiny looming as a possibility, senior commanders sought to persuade Chiang Kai-shek that a complete withdrawal of all Chinese troops from the Shanghai area to a fortified line stretching from Suzhou to Jiaxing, a city about 35 miles to the south, was the only viable option. In early November, General Bai Chongxi informed Chiang that the officers at the front could no longer control their men and that a pullback would serve as a face-saving measure, forestalling potential rebellion within the ranks. However, nothing they said seemed to impress Chiang Kai-shek. General Li Zongren, another officer who had previously attempted to advocate for a retreat, realized that arguing with the man at the top was futile. “War plans were decided by him personally, and no one else was allowed to say anything,” Li noted in his memoirs. Despite this, there were moments when Chiang appeared tantalizingly close to being swayed by the views of his lieutenants. As early as the first days of October, he seemed to favor a withdrawal from the front, only to reverse his decision later. A similar situation arose late in the month when Chiang called a meeting with his frontline commanders in a train carriage at Songjiang Railway Station, southwest of Shanghai. Before his arrival, the generals discussed the battle and concluded they could do little against the enemy's superior firepower. Upon Chiang's arrival, Zhang Fakui, the commander of the troops in Pudong, suggested moving ten divisions to prepared positions further in the rear, where defense would be easier than in Shanghai. The majority agreed with this proposal. At this point, Madame Chiang Kai-shek made her entrance, dressed in an expensive fur coat and fresh from a visit to the Shanghai front. “If we can hold Shanghai for ten more days,” she declared, “China will win international sympathy.” She was vague about the specifics but seemed to be referring to the upcoming Brussels conference. This declaration galvanized Chiang. “Shanghai must be held at all costs,” he asserted with firm conviction, as if that had been his sentiment all along. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. As Chinese troops retreated across Suzhou Creek, a small battalion under Colonel Xie Jinyuan held their ground, transforming the warehouse into a fortress. Despite fierce attacks, including artillery and tank assaults, they showcased unparalleled bravery. Reinforced by messages of support from locals, spirits soared. Amidst mounting casualties, they persisted until a strategic retreat was ordered. As dawn broke on November 1, Xie led the remaining troops to safety, leaving behind a legacy of valor that inspired future generations. Thus, the "800 Heroes" legend was born.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Feeling overwhelmed or weighed down by indecision? In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares actionable strategies to help you break free from procrastination, clear mental clutter, and tackle decision paralysis. Discover how focusing on just one thing, celebrating small wins, and reconnecting with your goals can set you back on a path of confidence and momentum. Don't miss the free worksheet to help you put these steps into action. Tune in now and reclaim your sense of control and success!Timestamps:[00:00:00] – Intro: Overwhelm and decision paralysis as common issues.[00:02:33] – Step 1: Avoid procrastination – practical advice for taking action.[00:07:19] – Step 2: Clear the decks to handle overwhelm; focus on one thing at a time.[00:11:19] – Step 3: Move past decision paralysis by letting go of perfection and staying in motion.[00:14:22] – Step 4: Stay connected to yourself with mindfulness and self-compassion.[00:16:21] – Reassurance and free worksheet offer.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/connectionTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                        Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

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Send Carla a message!When everything feels overwhelming, our instinct tells us to abandon healthy habits until things settle down. But this is precisely when we need grounding practices most desperately.Journaling—though often misunderstood as merely pretty notebooks and gratitude lists—can be a transformative practice that helps you walk through the crazy of life.Your journal isn't just a diary—it's a personal laboratory where you empty the mental noise, challenge assumptions, and figure out how you want to show up to what's happening around you. Through regular practice, you'll find yourself managing thoughts more effectively, moving beyond outdated thinking, and aligning actions with intentions. The beauty lies in its simplicity: there's no "right way" to journal, only your way.Enjoy!Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/freeclass to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It's a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

In one of the most lush, diverse places on Earth- the African Congo Basin is one of the only locations that survived the last ice age and could potentially have surviving dinosaurs! Countless of expeditions have uncovered evidence and the natives are full of stories about sightings, and even killing one of these creatures. But. could it be real? Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimesandcannapod/ Send us True Crime updates: https://twitter.com/CrimesnCannabis Join the discussion on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crimesandcannapod/ Listen ad free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crimesandcannabis For case suggestions of feedback: crimesncannabis@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------Sources:https://thedailyjournalist.com/the-historian/history-of-mokele-mbembe-and-expeditions-to-africa/ https://wellcomecollection.org/works/nag9qscw https://iiif.wellcomecollection.org/pdf/b33008681 https://www.jasoncolavito.com/blog/a-french-missionarys-eighteenth-century-account-of-mokele-mbembe https://www.jasoncolavito.com/blog/a-dinosaur-in-the-congo-in-1776 https://www.reddit.com/r/Cryptozoology/comments/18jrfqi/in_1913_german_captain_ludwig_freiherr_von_stein/ https://theoriesofthethirdkind.com/blogs/episodes/ep-275-the-congos-dinosaur-mokele-mbembe https://community.fortunecity.ws/roswell/siren/552/af_mokele.html https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=germany+taking+over+cAMERoon+1913&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 https://cryptidarchives.fandom.com/wiki/Ivan_T._Sanderson https://www.amphilsoc.org/blog/new-digital-library-ivan-sanderson-papers https://www.ambacongo-us.org/en/about-congo/congo-basin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congolian_rainforests https://biodiversity.ku.edu/herpetology/research/congo-diversification#:~:text=The%20Congo%20Basin%20comprises%203.7,Sudan%2C%20Tanzania%2C%20and%20Zambia. https://www.ancient-origins.net/unexplained-phenomena/mokele-mbembe-legendary-water-dwelling-creature-congo-river-005375?li_source=LI&li_medium=content-widget https://cryptidarchives.fandom.com/wiki/Mokele-mbembe#1929–1980 https://www.iflscience.com/sightings-of-the-legendary-mokele-mbembe-dinosaur-of-the-congo-are-increasing-what-is-going-on-78615 https://newlinesmag.com/reportage/the-congos-dinosaur-of-discord/ https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/science/mokele-mbembe-cryptozoology#:~:text=Mokele%2DMbembe%20is%20a%20legendary,being%20dismissed%20by%20mainstream%20science. https://www.damninteresting.com/retired/the-tracks-of-the-mokl-mbmb/ https://genesispark.com/exhibits/cryptozoological-evidence/the-sauropod-paddock/the-mokele-mbembe-of-the-congo/ https://www.nytimes.com/1981/12/10/us/dinosaur-eludes-six-week-search-in-africa.html https://www.icr.org/article/search-congo-dinosaur https://www.iflscience.com/sightings-of-the-legendary-mokele-mbembe-dinosaur-of-the-congo-are-increasing-what-is-going-on-78615  https://reactormag.com/monsterquest-hunts-the-mokele-mbembe/ https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/is-there-a-dinosaur-hiding-out-in-the-congo-rainforest https://www.cryptidzoo.com/post/the-legend-of-the-mokele-mbembe-in-congo?srsltid=AfmBOooxHHP9o_13Ff-Y1SfijxaIx8vMBKHXTJXLXE0IL6okhP9nmTmN https://www.worldanvil.com/w/the-cryptobiologist/a/the-mokele-mbembe-species https://www.reddit.com/r/Cryptozoology/comments/18jrfqi/in_1913_german_captain_ludwig_freiherr_von_stein/ https://www.reddit.com/r/SpeculativeEvolution/comments/138n0qg/a_collection_of_different_theories_about_what_the/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07SRKYYXS/ref=atv_dp_sign_suc The Last Dinosaur of the Congo with David ChoeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/crimes-and-cannabis--5619789/support.

In this episode of Restaurantology, Andrew Smith sits down with Chris Connors and Li Hsun Sun, the visionary partners behind Bonrue Bakery, for a candid conversation on building and scaling one of the most talked about bakery cafés in it's region.Chris and Li share their unlikely paths from cabana hosts and family run restaurants to leading a bakery concept that blends Michelin level pastry talent with a guest first culture and lightning fast service. They dive into the importance of operational excellence, the power of surrounding yourself with great people, and how their “hub and spoke” production model has become a game changer for consistency and growth.Andrew explores how Bonrue became a must visit destination for locals and travelers alike, what makes their team culture stand out, and why they believe the bakery café experience can be reimagined for the modern guest.For entrepreneurs, operators, and leaders, this episode delivers practical insights on innovation, resilience, and building a brand people can't stop talking about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chính phủ Liên bang đang triển khai gói hỗ trợ mới nhằm giảm bớt gánh nặng chi phí điện cho các gia đình và doanh nghiệp nhỏ. Nếu đang sống tại Úc và nhận được hóa đơn điện, bạn có thể đủ điều kiện để được giảm trừ trực tiếp trong hóa đơn, tùy thời điểm và nơi bạn cư ngụ.

Anh Quốc đã bày tỏ sẵn lòng trở thành cường quốc phương Tây thứ hai, công nhận nhà nước Palestine vào tháng 9, sau khi Pháp làm như vậy vào tuần trước. Việc này diễn ra trong bối cảnh, các chuyên gia về nạn đói được Liên Hiệp Quốc hậu thuẫn cho rằng, tình trạng tồi tệ nhất về nạn đói vẫn đang diễn ra ở Dải Gaza.

- Thủ tướng Phạm Minh Chính dự Đại hội Đảng bộ Đài Truyền hình Việt Nam, nhiệm kỳ 2025-2030.- Nhân ngày thế giới phòng, chống mua bán người 30/7, PV Đài TNVN phỏng vấn quyền Trưởng phái đoàn Tổ chức di cư quốc tế tại Việt Nam nhằm đánh giá kết quả của nước ta trong công tác này.- Sóng thần sau trận động đất 8,8 độ tại Kamchatka, Nga khiến hàng nghìn người ở bờ biển Viễn Đông của nước này chịu cảnh ngập lụt, trong khi, cư dân 133 thành phố dọc bờ biển Thái Bình Dương tại Nhật Bản đã được khuyến cáo sơ tán.  - Hội nghị quốc tế của Liên hợp quốc về xung đột Israel - Palestine ra tuyên bố chung, đề xuất một lộ trình quốc tế cụ thể nhằm thực thi giải pháp hai nhà nước.

- Chủ tịch Quốc hội Trần Thanh Mẫn dự và có bài phát biểu quan trọng tại Phiên thảo luận chung tại Hội nghị các Chủ tịch Quốc hội thế giới lần thứ 6 đang diễn ra tại Giơ-ve-vơ, Thụy Sĩ và có các cuộc tiếp xúc quan trọng.- Công an thành phố Hồ Chí Minh cảnh báo hình thức lừa đảo mới với thủ đoạn tinh vi, nguy hiểm, đó là “bắt cóc online”.- Sau Pháp, Anh và 1 số quốc gia tuyên bố sẽ công nhận nhà nước Pa-lét-xtin vào tháng 9 tới tại Đại hội đồng Liên Hợp Quốc.- Quỹ Tiền tệ Quốc tế (IMF) nâng dự báo tăng trưởng của các nền kinh tế mới nổi và đang phát triển.

President Xi Jinping has called for all-out search and rescue of the missing and trapped and immediate relocation of those in danger in order to minimize casualties following recent floods and geological disasters triggered by torrential rain across East China, North China and Northeast China.Xi, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks on Monday in an instruction on flood and disaster relief work.Noting that the storms have led to significant casualties and property losses in Beijing, as well as in Hebei, Jilin and Shandong provinces, Xi said that solid efforts must be made in all aspects of flood prevention, emergency rescue and disaster relief.No effort should be spared to search for and rescue those missing or trapped, to transfer and resettle residents in affected areas, and to reduce casualties to the greatest extent possible, he said.As China enters the peak flood season, Xi said that all localities and departments should be prepared for worst-case and extreme scenarios, fully assume their political responsibilities, and implement flood control measures with meticulous attention to detail.He also urged them to closely monitor and firmly guard weak points and key areas, allocate rescue forces and disaster relief supplies in a scientific way, and ensure an immediate response and prompt handling in the event of emergencies, with every effort made to safeguard people's lives and property.Noting the significant casualties caused by the torrential rain and flooding in Beijing's Miyun district, Premier Li Qiang ordered in an instruction on Monday that every effort must be made to search for the missing, properly resettle those affected, and do everything possible to minimize further loss of life.Li said that given the continued heavy rainfall in parts of North China, the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters should guide local governments in enhancing disaster preparedness and improving early warning systems.He also urged efforts to strengthen patrols and inspections for risk at rivers, reservoirs and dikes, as well as investigations into urban flooding hazards, and promptly relocate people in danger in order to effectively safeguard people's lives and property.Beijing issued its first red alert of the year for rainstorms on Monday as torrential rains battered northern China and triggered deadly landslides in neighboring regions.The Beijing Meteorological Service forecast that from 8 pm on Monday to 7 am on Tuesday, most districts would see more than 150 millimeters of rain within six hours, with some areas receiving up to 300 mm. Authorities warned of the heightened risk of secondary disasters such as flash floods, landslides and waterlogging in low-lying urban areas.In response, the capital city initiated a top-level flood emergency response at 8 pm on Monday, urging residents to stay indoors. In-person classes were suspended, and nonessential businesses were advised to implement remote working, the city's emergency management authority said.Residents near rivers or flood-prone zones were told to prepare for possible evacuations, while emergency crews remained on high alert.Beijing's mountainous districts — including Miyun, Yanqing and Huairou — have endured consecutive days of downpours. The city mobilized personnel, vehicles and communication systems and deployed specialized equipment including drones, amphibious vehicles and mobile charging stations.Beijing revised contingency plans this year for managing risks at reservoirs, rivers, flood-prone zones and mountain torrent areas. Emergency supplies and trained rescue teams were deployed ahead of the flood season.To maintain communication in extreme weather, all villages in Beijing are now equipped with satellite phones and shortwave radios. In Bulaotun township — one of the three hardest-hit areas in Miyun — residents reached emergency responders using satellite phones several hours after rainstorms battered the area.As of 5 pm on Monday, more than 6,400 residents in Miyun district, over 6,700 residents in Pinggu district and over 10,400 residents in Huairou district had been evacuated, according to the Beijing News.Elsewhere in northern China, heavy rains have also caused severe disruptions and fatalities.The National Commission for Disaster Reduction activated an emergency relief response on Monday and sent a working team to assess damage and support local rescue efforts.

VOV1 - Áp lực đòi Thủ tướng Nhật Bản từ chức tiếp tục gia tăng mạnh mẽ, khiến tình hình chính trường nước này ngày càng nóng lên với những yếu tố khó lường, không chỉ đối với cá nhân nhà lãnh đạo Nhật Bản, mà còn đối với cả tương lai của Liên minh cầm quyền.

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VOV1 - Tại một hội nghị quốc tế cấp cao do Pháp và Saudi Arabia đồng chủ trì mới đây, Tổng Thư ký Liên Hợp Quốc Antonio Guterres cảnh báo cuộc xung đột Israel - Palestine đã đi tới “điểm đứt gãy,” đồng thời kêu gọi cộng đồng quốc tế hành động mạnh mẽ và thực chất để cứu vãn giải pháp hai nhà nước.

Liópez Obrador degradó el lenguaje convirtiéndolo en infamia para quienes no piensan como él; desde luego fue durante seis años un abuso de poder, pero al mismo tiempo la destrucción de la conversación, el incendio de los conceptos...

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Bold and the Beautiful 2-week spoilers for July 28-August 8, 2025 see Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) finds herself in peril while Luna Nozawa (Lisa Yamada) fights for her life. Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) considers leaving LA as actress Jacqueline Wood goes on maternity break. Meanwhile, Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) shocks his son Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) with news of an expensive surgery, and Finn (Tanner Novlan) grows suspicious of Liam's surgical wound on the CBS soap opera.  B&B spoilers see Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) warns Brooke to stop pursuing her fiancé. Amid this tension, Forrester Creations conducts an extravagant fashion show in Italy featuring Brooke as a model. The plot thickens as Nick Marone (Jack Wagner), eager to see Brooke, finds his boat under repair. Eric Forrester (John McCook) continually pushes Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) to reunite with Brooke, causing friction between the characters.  Spoilers for Bold and Beautiful see that back in LA, Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown) suspects Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) knows more about Luna's condition than she's letting on. In Italy, a series of dramatic events unfold leading to Brooke's accident and Ridge's realization of his feelings for Brooke. The story takes an unexpected turn as Sheila discovers Li's secret about Luna, and Steffy's return is anticipated in mid to late September. You are listening to Belynda from Soap Dirt. The most listened to podcast for soap operas. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

Are you relying too much on social media to grow your business? Feel like you have too small of an audience to grow? It's time to break free.In this action-packed episode, Crissy Conner shares how to expand your visibility beyond your current followers, especially when your audience feels too small to scale. From leveraging podcast guesting to strategic positioning, you'll learn simple but powerful ways to get in front of the right people and grow your business off the algorithm.This episode is for women entrepreneurs, service providers, and coaches who are ready to be seen, heard, and hired... without having to post nonstop.Join Podmatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/crissyconnerGrab this free resource: https://thevisibleceo.com/leverageDrop us a message...Review, share with a friend and tag me! IG: itscrissyconner FB: crissyconner LI: crissyconner

Một nhóm người tị nạn cho biết, họ đã sống trong tình trạng lấp lửng tại Úc suốt 13 năm qua, vừa mang cuộc đấu tranh đòi tư cách thường trú nhân lên Quốc hội Liên bang ở Canberra. Họ là một phần trong hơn 8.000 người, từng bị bác đơn xin bảo vệ tị nạn theo một hệ thống thị thực, hiện đã bị bãi bỏ.

Tổng thống Mỹ đã gợi ý rằng mức thuế cơ bản 10%, hiện đang áp dụng với hàng hóa của nhiều quốc gia bao gồm cả Úc, có thể tăng lên từ 15 đến 20%. Đảng Lao động cho rằng lời đe dọa áp thuế mới của ông Trump là "phi lý", trong khi phe Liên đảng chỉ trích đó là "chính sách tồi".

Chính phủ Úc đang chịu áp lực từ Liên Hợp Quốc và các nghị sĩ độc lập trong quốc hội nhằm đưa ra một mục tiêu khí hậu đầy tham vọng. Điều này diễn ra trong bối cảnh một số nghị sĩ thuộc phe liên minh lại đang kêu gọi loại bỏ hoàn toàn cam kết đạt phát thải ròng bằn

Nhà ngoại giao về khí hậu hàng đầu của Liên Hiệp Quốc đang ở Úc và kêu gọi Úc đặt mục tiêu cao, khi công bố mục tiêu giảm phát thải carbon vào cuối năm nay. Tuy nhiên, đây là một vấn đề mang nặng tính chính trị và cũng không phải là vấn đề duy nhất liên quan đến biến đổi khí hậu, mà Úc đang phải đối mặt hiện nay.

Liên Hiệp Quốc kêu gọi các nước ủng hộ giải pháp hai nhà nước trong cuộc xung đột Israel-Palestine. Ít nhất 34 người Palestine đã thiệt mạng trong các cuộc không kích của Israel trên khắp Gaza, dù Israel trước đó tuyên bố ngưng chiến 10 giờ mỗi ngày. Tổng Thống Mỹ ra hạn cho Nga từ 10 đến 12 ngày, để đạt được thỏa thuận hòa bình với Ukraine.

Are you relying too much on social media to grow your business? Feel like you have too small of an audience to grow? It's time to break free.In this action-packed episode, Crissy Conner shares how to expand your visibility beyond your current followers, especially when your audience feels too small to scale. From leveraging podcast guesting to strategic positioning, you'll learn simple but powerful ways to get in front of the right people and grow your business off the algorithm.This episode is for women entrepreneurs, service providers, and coaches who are ready to be seen, heard, and hired... without having to post nonstop.Join Podmatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/crissyconnerGrab this free resource: https://thevisibleceo.com/leverageDrop us a message...Review, share with a friend and tag me! IG: itscrissyconner FB: crissyconner LI: crissyconner

Send us a textWelcome to the True Talk Café Podcast S4 Ep. 7 - Align - Pt. 3 Executing & Sustaining ProgressShow agenda:We've reached the final step, Pt 3 in our Acknowledge, Adjust, Align series - Align) It's time to take everything we've uncovered and adapted—and align it with consistent actions and habits that support sustainable growth.Episode Recap:Topics Covered:Why small wins matter more than perfectionThe role of consistency in sustaining growthBuilding accountability and community to stay motivatedRecognizing and preventing burnoutUsing AI and tech tools to level up your careerEmbracing and celebrating your personal evolutionFeatured Discussion Questions:What's a recent small win that felt big?How do you foster community while pursuing goals?What habits help you maintain energy and focus?What tools have helped you grow professionally?How do you set new goals without burning out?Tips You Can Use:Small Wins, Big ImpactTrack habits through journals or appsCelebrate progress—not just outcomesStay flexible; consistency doesn't mean perfectionAccountability & CommunityPartner with someone or join a groupShare your goals publiclyLet peer encouragement fuel youSustaining MomentumSchedule regular breaksRotate tasks to avoid burnoutDo mindfulness check-insLeveraging AI & TechAutomate where possibleUse tech to enhance productivityKeep up with trends in your fieldOwning Your EvolutionReflect monthly on growthSet realistic, capacity-driven goalsReinvent unapologeticallyGuest: Dr. Daniel Villanueava, Jr. (Independent educational consultant) LI - (13) Daniel Villanueva, Jr. | LinkedInPod crew:Renee, Karla, Lollie and AnnaConclusionJoin us on a live show! - learn how you can join us on a live show. You'll find the instructions on our Facebook page pinned to the top of the newsfeed:  click hereCall To Action!Like us on the social media platforms below:Instagram – @truetalkcafe Facebook - @truetalkcafeX (Twitter) - @truetalkcafe1Use hashtags:  #truetalkcafe #TTCTalks #TrueTalkTuesdays #AlignDon't forget to like us, rate us and leave a review.  We value your feedback.  We want to ensure that we are provide content that resonates with you.  So, please don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on whatever platform you listen to your podcasts.So, from all of us here at True Talk Café, stay tuned for another engaging episode! Talk soon...

Kako izgraditi i razvijati uspešan digitalni medij u izazovnom i okruženju koje se konstantno menja? U ovoj epizodi razgovaramo sa Jasminom Koprivicom, ekspertom za digitalne medije koja je kroz svoju karijeru podizala i vodila neke od najvećih online portala u Srbiji. Jasmina će podeliti uvide o ključnim tačkama za izgradnju i skaliranje digitalnih medija, važnosti jasne digitalne strategije, kao i načine za monetizaciju sadržaja. Takođe, govorimo o tome kako obnoviti poverenje publike u medije, izazovom sa kojim se danas svakodnevno suočavamo, kao i o izazovima vođenja digitalnih timova i redakcija. Ova epizoda je prava prilika za sve koji žele da razumeju šta je potrebno da bi digitalni mediji opstali, rasli i ostali relevantni u digitalnom svetu. Jasmina Koprivica, Digital Media Expert- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminakoprivica/ O čemu smo pričali: - Uvod i predstavljanje - Jasminin profesionalni put - Ključne tačke izgradnje i skaliranja velikih medija - Pad poverenja u medije - Šta sve mora da bude deo digitalne igre: digitalna strategija - Monetizacija digitalnih medija - Izazovi vođenja digitalnih timova - AI u redakcijama i marketingu – praksa, ne teorija - Lični razvoj i upliv u preduzetničke vode Pratite Digitalk podkast za više tema iz digitalnog marketinga, advertajzinga i karijere u kreativnoj industriji: LN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalkrs FB: https://www.facebook.com/Digitalk.rs IG: https://www.instagram.com/digitalk.rs/ Posetite naš sajt i prijavite se na našu mailing listu - https://www.digitalk.rs Prijavite se na naš YouTube kanal: https://bit.ly/3uWtLES Veliku zahvalnost dugujemo kompanijama koje su prepoznale kvalitet onoga što radimo i odlučile da nas podrže i daju nam vetar u leđa: Partneri podkasta: - Raiffeisen banka - https://www.raiffeisenbank.rs/ Digitalne usluge Raiffeisen banke koje preporučujemo za mala i srednja preduzeća: https://bit.ly/44UH6lS - Kompanija NIS - https://www.nis.rs/ - Ananas - https://ananas.rs/ - kompanija Idea - https://online.idea.rs/ Prijatelj podkasta: - BiVits ACTIVA vitamini i minerali - https://bivits.com/kategorija/bivits-paketi/ Puno obaveza, stres, prekovremeni rad... zvuči poznato? E, za to imamo pravo rešenje. To su BiVits ACTIVA vitamini i minerali. Sa njima ćete lako uzeti zdravlje u svoje ruke i više od toga. Preporučujemo vam NO STRESS paket – kombinacija tri suplementa koja pomažu da se bolje naspavate, smanjite napetost i podignete energiju. Na BiVits sajtu možete pronaći kombinaciju koja je baš za vas, a uz poseban kod DIGITALK ostvarujete i 25% popusta! Uzmite zdravlje u svoje ruke – uz BiVits ACTIVA vitamine i minerale! - Izdavačka kuća Finesa - https://www.finesa.edu.rs/ U ovoj epizodi podelićemo dve knjige "Uticaj | Psihologija ubeđivanja" izdavačke kuće Finesa onima koji budu najbrži i najkreativniji sa komentarima, a možete nam slobodno pisati i na info@digitalk.rs i direktno nam uputiti komentar, sugestiju ili primedbu. Takođe, svi oni koji na Finesinom websajtu poruče knjige i unesu promo kod digitalk dobiće 10% popusta na već snižene cene izdanja na sajtu: https://www.finesa.edu.rs/

VOV1 - Sau nhiều tháng đàm phán căng thẳng, Liên minh châu Âu (EU) và Mỹ đã đạt được một thỏa thuận thương mại mang tính bước ngoặt, nhằm tránh một cuộc chiến thương mại có thể gây tổn hại nghiêm trọng đến cả hai nền kinh tế lớn nhất phương Tây.

Holistic sleep transformation expert Leah Ann Bolen talks about how dreams show us our true desires. Also dream symbolism, recurring themes, and dreams during times of transition or burnout. Leah starts out by talking about her suggestions for getting a better night’s sleep and the role of mindfulness and meditation. She then talks about how she she sees that dreams are a nightly feedback system: they reflect inner shifts, and reveal the self-protective strategies and deeper desires we may not consciously recognize during the day. We can turbo charge the work dreams do by bringing conscious attention them. She tells us that the best self help book we can read is our own dream journal. In the second half, we take three callers. The first is Elizabeth from Bellingham who says she is in a dream drought and asks about whether she should work with current dream nuggets or go back to work with longer but older dreams. Andrea from Hawaii asks about deja vu and synchronicities. Max in the studio talks about his experiences of sleeping in noisy environments. BIO: Leah Ann Bolen is a Certified Dreamwork Practitioner and Integrative Adult Sleep Coach. At Miraval Resort & Spa in Arizona, she serves as the resident Sleep & Dream Specialist, guiding guests through transformative rest and dream experiences. Leah’s approach is to blend ancient dream traditions with practical tools for modern life. Find our guest at: LeahAnnBolen.com, IG and LI@leahannbolen, podcast: DreamInterpretationStation.com This show, episode number 321, was recorded during a live broadcast on July 25, 2025 at KSQD.org, community radio of Santa Cruz. Intro and outro music by Mood Science. Ambient music new every week by Rick Kleffel. Archived music can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick for also engineering the show and to Tony Russomano for answering the phones. The Santa Cruz Festival of Dreams is coming October 10-12, 2025! Mark your calendars now. Check our landing page at FestivalofDream.net and FB group page HERE or follow #KeepSantaCruzDreaming on FB and IG. SHARE A DREAM FOR THE SHOW or a question or enquire about being a guest on the podcast by emailing Katherine Bell at katherine@ksqd.org. Follow on FB, IG, LI, & YT @ExperientialDreamwork #thedreamjournal. To learn more or to inquire about exploring your own dreams go to ExperientialDreamwork.com. The Dream Journal aims to: Increase awareness of and appreciation for nightly dreams. Inspire dream sharing and other kinds of dream exploration as a way of adding depth and meaningfulness to lives and relationships. Improve society by the increased empathy, emotional balance, and sense of wonder which dream exploration invites. A dream can be meaningful even if you don’t know what it means. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM. Catch it streaming LIVE at KSQD.org 10-11am Pacific Time on Saturdays. Call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms the Monday following the live show. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal/. Closed captioning is available on the YouTube version of this podcast and an automatically generated transcript is available at Apple Podcasts. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Available on all major podcast platforms. Rate it, review it, subscribe, and tell your friends.

What if you could trade the markets in just 30 minutes a day — using AI?Nice idea, but is it even possible?On this episode I talk to Adam Harris, a former City trader turned mentor.He runs a mentorship program - The Forex Masterclass - that blends old-school market know-how with cutting-edge tech.For this episode he talks to me about how he got to where he is today as well as providing us with an overview of how he combines discretionary trading with signals and patterns produced by AI. Check out Adam's mentorship program from here.==If you're a trader with an interesting story to share and you'd like to be on the show, reach out to nic.penrake@gmail.com. Thank you. Support the showSubscribe to A Trader's Life

Can artificial intelligence actually help you hire better people? In this episode of Choose People Love Pets, Brianna and Phoebe pull back the curtain on how they're combining gut instinct, value-driven interview questions, and AI tools like ChatGPT to make smarter, more aligned hiring decisions in their veterinary hospital. From evaluating resumes to catching red flags in interviews, they share the exact questions they ask, how they involve their team in the process, and the surprising ways AI has helped them hire for culture, not just credentials. You'll laugh (cutoff butt shorts at an interview?), you'll learn, and you'll probably leave wanting to rewrite your interview guide. Takeaways Setting clear expectations is crucial in the hiring process. Identifying red flags can prevent future issues in team dynamics. Resumes should be evaluated for presentation and experience. Cultural fit is as important as skills and experience. Behavioral questions can reveal a candidate's true character. Curiosity in candidates indicates genuine interest in the role. Hiring slow and firing fast helps maintain a positive culture. Proactive communication is key to a successful team environment. Candidates should demonstrate accountability and teamwork. Reflecting on past interview experiences can improve future hiring practices. Epsisode References:  Resumes & Team Appreciation (Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bwguh7E3Ut65VNN1wCUub?si=yHLxYjD0RHOi79VaKlirPA) DVM Off Script: Dr. Jill Clark (Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1MAFB23SQ4M2cEX44Gvag1?si=b9MYQP0rQzaDFdXixMP0MA) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Interviewing Red Flags 02:38 Pre-Interview Considerations 13:37 Evaluating Resumes 16:52 Interview Techniques for Cultural Fit 21:25 Red Flags in Candidate Responses 23:42 The Importance of Team Dynamics in Hiring 28:53 Green Flags in Interviews Submit experiences you would like us to unpack in our Lead By Example episodes here: choosepeoplelovepets@outlook.com  Follow for more:  FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556480229406&mibextid=LQQJ4d  IG: https://www.instagram.com/choosepeoplelovepets?igsh=MTVzZjc4ZHE4MWd2NQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choose-people-love-pets/ 

Liên Hiệp Quốc cho biết cuộc khủng hoảng nhân đạo ở Gaza đang rất tồi tệ và đang diễn biến ngày càng nghiêm trọng. Giữa các cuộc không kích, nạn đói và tình trạng di tản hàng loạt, Tổng Thư ký António Guterres cho rằng những gì đang diễn ra, là một vết nhơ đạo đức đối với toàn thế giới.

Hoa Kỳ và Liên minh Châu Âu đã đạt được một thỏa thuận thương mại, theo đó EU sẽ phải đối mặt với mức thuế 15% đối với hầu hết hàng xuất khẩu sang Mỹ.

- Thủ tướng Phạm Minh Chính yêu cầu các bộ, ngành, địa phương triển khai chiến dịch thần tốc xây dựng 100 trường nội trú tại 100 xã biên giới theo kết luận của Bộ Chính trị.- Chủ tịch Quốc hội Trần Thanh Mẫn gặp gỡ cán bộ, nhân viên Phái đoàn Việt Nam tại Liên hợp quốc và các tổ chức quốc tế tại Geneva, Đại sứ quán và cộng đồng người Việt Nam tại Thụy Sỹ- Mỹ và EU đạt thỏa thuận thương mại, bao gồm mức thuế cơ bản 15% đối với hàng hóa của EU xuất khẩu sang Mỹ-  Syria dự kiến tổ chức bầu cử quốc hội vào tháng 9 tới – sự kiện được xem là sẽ đặt nền móng cho một tiến trình dân chủ rộng lớn hơn.

Neste episódio do Vamos de Vendas, falamos sobre como escalar vendas aproveitando o timing perfeito de mercado. Recebemos Ricardo Petta, profissional que já esteve no lugar certo, na hora certa, em empresas como XP, Google e atualmente no iFood Benefícios.Ricardo compartilha os desafios e oportunidades ao encontrar uma oferta alinhada ao que o mercado deseja no momento certo, além de debater a importância do Product Market-Fit e das preparações estratégicas para aproveitar janelas de oportunidade em vendas.

VOV1 - Hôm nay và ngày mai, một hội nghị quốc tế do Pháp và Saudi Arabia đồng chủ trì sẽ diễn ra tại trụ sở Liên hợp quốc ở New York, Mỹ nhằm thúc đấy tiến trình hòa bình Trung Đông vốn đang bị đình trệ.

VOV1 - Ngày 27/7, Liên minh châu Âu (EU) và Mỹ đã đạt được một thỏa thuận thương mại mang tính bước ngoặt, đánh dấu sự kết thúc của nhiều tháng đàm phán căng thẳng nhằm tránh một cuộc chiến thương mại có thể gây tổn hại nghiêm trọng đến cả hai nền kinh tế lớn nhất thế giới.

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- Lãnh đạo Đảng, Nhà nước dâng hoa, dâng hương tưởng niệm Anh hùng, Liệt sĩ, bày tỏ lòng tri ân sâu sắc với những người đã hiến dâng máu xương cho độc lập tự do của Tổ quốc, hạnh phúc của nhân dân.- Cả nước hoàn thành toàn bộ chương trình Xóa nhà tạm, nhà dột nát đối với người có công với cách mạng,  với khoảng 41.800 căn nhà.- Tổng Bí thư Tô Lâm dự lễ khởi công trường liên cấp tiểu học và trung học cơ sở xã Si Pa Phìn (tỉnh Điện Biên)– ngôi trường đầu tiên trong 248 trường nội trú liên cấp dành cho các xã biên giới trong cả nước theo chủ trương của Bộ Chính trị.- Đến chiều nay, lũ ống, lũ quét tại Sơn La đã làm 6 người chết, mất tích.- Tàu cao tốc của Áo gặp sự cố khiến 400 hành khách mắc kẹt trong hầm.- Nắng nóng kỷ lục ở Đông nam Thổ Nhĩ Kỳ với nhiệt độ lên tới 50,5 độ C.

durée : 00:28:47 - Les Pieds sur terre - par : Sonia Kronlund, Pierre Bafoil - Un soir, il y a onze ans, Loïc Noël, un Liégeois, reçoit un message anonyme sur son portable qui lui dit en substance "je vais te tuer et te mener la vie dure". À partir de là, sa vie chavire. Un récit signé Pierre Bafoil. - réalisation : Sylvain Richard

Minh Tốc & Lam là cặp đôi vốn đã quen thuộc với khán giả qua những bản Indie đầy màu sắc, lúc mộc mạc, lúc bay bổng nhưng lại ăn ý đến lạ. Vậy chuyện tình cảm của họ sẽ như thế nào? Liệu cả hai có “bắt nhịp” được với nhau mượt mà như lúc hòa âm trên sân khấu ? Tại Cởi Mở mùa 5, lần đầu tiên cả hai chia sẻ về mối quan hệ của mình - không chỉ là bạn diễn hay đồng nghiệp, mà là vợ chồng, đầy cảm xúc và đồng điệu từ âm nhạc cho tới chuyện giường chiếu. Với họ, yêu nhau cũng giống như chơi nhạc: cần đúng nhịp, hiểu tone và quan trọng nhất là biết lắng nghe nhau để phối hợp.Gọi tập này là bản “live session” đặc biệt của tình yêu là không sai, vì mỗi cuộc vui của Minh Tốc & Lam đều diễn ra như một bản phối ngẫu hứng, lúc thì bốc lửa như rock, lúc lại lặng lẽ như acoustic nhưng chưa từng nhàm chán, mà còn khiến bạn đỏ mặt vì quá là… êm ái và ăn rơ. #CoiMo #Vietcetera #DurexVietnam #DurexGel #TronMuotTruotMe #CungChamDinh #CM_S5_7—Cảm ơn Durex đã đồng hành cùng Vietcetera trong hành trình Cởi_Mở và khám phá bản thân.—Đừng quên có thể xem bản video của podcast này tại: ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Và đọc những bài viết thú vị tại website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vietcetera⁠⁠⁠⁠—Yêu thích tập podcast này, bạn có thể donate tại:● Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/vietcetera⁠⁠⁠⁠● Buy me a coffee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/vietcetera⁠⁠⁠⁠Nếu có bất cứ góp ý, phản hồi hay mong muốn hợp tác, bạn có thể gửi email về địa chỉ ⁠⁠⁠⁠team@vietcetera.com

In Part 3 of our Camp Hale series, host Christian Beckwith explores America's military mountaineering experiment during the pivotal winter of 1942–43. Following Second Lieutenant John McCown, the episode traces early training frustrations, the media frenzy that made the “mountain warriors” famous, and the disastrous Homestake Peak Maneuvers—an exercise so plagued by frostbite, blizzards, and failures it drew comparisons to Napoleon's retreat from Moscow. Interviews with Lance Blyth, David Little, and Sepp Scanlin provide behind-the-scenes insights into the Army's evolving mountain experiment and its cultural ripple effects that would later shape America's outdoor recreation boom. Highlights include: The recruitment push led by Minnie Dole, John Jay, and Deborah Bankart The birth of the 86th Mountain Infantry Regiment Special missions, including the Columbia Icefield Expedition and Studebaker's M29 Weasel Lessons from the Homestake Peak Maneuvers Resources & Bonus Content: christianbeckwith.com Sponsors: CiloGear: Premium alpine backpacks – cilogear.com (Code: rucksack). Snake River Brewing: Wyoming's oldest and most award-winning craft brewery – snakeriverbrewing.com. Support the show on Patreon for early access, bonus interviews, and illustrated transcripts. Special thanks to our newest patrons: Dave Pagel, Li'l Boba, Bryan Dayton, Kyle Carr, Greg Staz, Mike Suhrbier, John Murdoh, Brian Alman, Dom Visconsi, John Andrews and Sam Harriman!

In this episode, we introduce the founder of Now Socials Co., model, creative director, and the brains behind some of Australia's most recognisable digital campaigns; Bree Conte (formerly Bree Connor). Bree shares her transformative journey from a bullied and shy child to a resilient and successful model and entrepreneur. She discusses the pivotal moments in her career, including winning Miss British Empire and featuring on Times Square billboards, while also managing a thriving business. Bree emphasises the importance of resilience, supportive relationships, and pursuing passions regardless of societal expectations. Her story inspires women to chase their dreams and build fulfilling careers, even when starting later in life. Watch the full interview on YouTube 01:09 Bree's Early Life and Modeling Journey 05:35 Pivotal Moments in Bree's Modeling Career 08:59 Transition to Entrepreneurship 17:26 Balancing Modeling and Business 22:23 Future Aspirations and Personal Life 29:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Bree on IG @breeconnor IG: @marciacolosi | LI: @marciacolosi | FB: @marciamiatke  Ready to take your life and relationships to the next level? Follow The EQ Academy Official where you'll learn to optimise your emotions, leverage your feminine and masculine energies and show up your most confident and radiant self!

In this powerful finale to our Proverbs series of The Estherpreneur Podcast, we dive into Proverbs 11:24-25 and Proverbs 13:22 to uncover the true meaning of success—not measured by earnings, but by eternal impact. Discover how kingdom generosity defies worldly economics and why legacy is about influence across generations, not just fame or finances.This episode reveals how to attract favor and funding—not merely for today's needs, but to fulfill your eternal assignment. You'll gain practical strategies to infuse generosity into your business, build systems for sustainable wealth transfer, and create a legacy that honors God and outlives you.If you've ever wondered, “How do I build something that truly lasts?”—this episode is your answer! If this episode stirred something in you, it's time to take the next step. Join my Business Unlimited Group Mentoring Program—a Christ-centered community where we fast, pray, plan, and build together with prophetic precision and practical strategies.

Một chương trình can thiệp sớm dành cho trẻ khiếm thính của Úc, lần đầu tiên được thử nghiệm thí điểm ở nước ngoài. Liệu pháp này dành cho trẻ em có gia đình lựa chọn cấy ghép thiết bị trợ thính, như ốc tai điện tử. Sự hợp tác giữa tổ chức phi lợi nhuận The Shepherd Centre và các giới chức y tế tại Nhật Bản, đã kéo dài trong suốt một thập niên.

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Ever wondered how journaling can transform your dreams into reality? In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li shares her personal journey from journal newbie to dedicated journaler—and reveals the surprising ways this simple habit can bring clarity, motivation, and even a little magic into your day-to-day life. Discover practical tips for creating a journaling practice that fits your unique style, from messy to organized, without any pressure for perfection. Plus, learn how journaling could be the key to shifting your mindset, tracking your wins, and manifesting your future with confidence.Timestamps:[00:01:44] – Christine's flexible journaling approach[00:04:10] – Journaling for clarity and action[00:07:06] – Journaling and self-identity[00:10:45] – Christine's personal journaling examples[00:14:30] – Future journaling/manifesting technique[00:16:39] – Journaling as a stress reliever[00:18:23] – Encouragement to start, free journaling promptsTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/journalTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                        Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

Send Carla a message!Ever catch yourself going through the motions of life while your mind races elsewhere? You're not alone. The most common desire I hear from my coaching clients isn't greater success, but simply to be more present—to stop missing their own lives as they fly by.For my fellow hyper-achievers who struggle to slow down, I offer practical, accessible strategies to bring yourself back to the present: engaging your senses, writing, meditation, and prayer. These small practices can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. Because sometimes, we need to slow down to speed up. Presence fuels rest, creativity, and inspiration—all essential ingredients for a meaningful life and successful business.Enjoy!Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/freeclass to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It's a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

This week Robyn and Will are joined by Kim Le Court. The 29-year-old Mauritian turned pro in 2015, and now rides for Women's WorldTeam team AG Insurance-Soudal. In that time she's notched up a Giro d'Italia stage win, six national titles and earlier this year won a thrilling Liège–Bastogne–Liège Femmes. In this episode Kim talks about having to petition teams to sign her, despite her obvious talent; making history by becoming the first African to win a Monument; coping with the mental strain of racing and the comedown after winning; her emotional ride to her first Grand Tour stage at the 2024 Giro; and embracing the role of the domestique while gunning for big victories - including her hopes for a Tour de France Femmes stage win this summer.Interview begins at 3.49------------------This episode is brought to you by Dagsmejan sleepwear, the innovative sleepwear that boosts recovery, aids sleep and helps power pro team, Tudor Pro Cycling.Visit dagsmejan.co.uk and use the code CYCLIST15 at the checkout for 15% off.------------------This episode is also sponsored by Laka Bike Insurance, the specialist bike insurers. Visit laka.co/cyclist and enter the code CYCLISTMAG to get your first 30 days' bike insurance cover FREE.------------------This episode is also sponsored by the Hammerhead Karoo GPS bike computer. Visit hammerhead.io and use the code CYCLIST to get a free HR strap with every purchase (just be sure to add the strap to your cart then apply the code at checkout).------------------Did you know Cyclist is also stunning monthly print magazine?Subscribe now at store.cyclist.co.uk/cycpod and get every issue for less than in the shops, delivered straight to your door.And it's also a rather lovely website about everything road cycling and gravel. Check us out at cyclist.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OA1174 - Matt is coming in hot from the front lines of immigration court for an exclusive firsthand account of how a new secret memo directed to ICE's attorneys is trying to unilaterally redefine immigration reality and prime the machine for a new era of mass detention well beyond anything this country has even seen before. In better news: an actual federal judge restores sanity in the surprisingly-difficult-to-locate federal district of central California, and a footnote on why some unexpected federal job openings might be good news for people who hate fascism. “ICE declares millions of undocumented immigrants ineligible for bond,” Maria Sachetti and Carol Leonning, The Washington Post (7/15/25) (via MSN) Judge Maame Uwusi-Mensah Frimpong's findings and TRO against ICE in Perdomo v. Noem (7/11/25) Board of Immigration Appeals decision in Matter of Q. Li, 29 I&N Dec. 66 (BIA 2025) Alito's majority decision in Jennings v. Rodriguez (2018)  Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do!