Podcasts about Liberian Civil War

Kurt tells Luis about hungry lions preying on Victorian children, and about the Liberian Civil War. I tried really hard to come up with a joke here, but in all honesty, the Liberian Civil War is NO LAUGHING MATTER. Or maybe it is. Just a little bit...Follow us on social media:Instagram: @unbelievablepodTikTok: @unbelievablepodTwitter/X: @UnbealievablePC

Raiden awakens on Arsenal Gear, where Solidus reveals he had killed Raiden's parents and raised him as a child soldier during the Liberian Civil War. After this, Olga frees Raiden, explaining she is a Patriot double agent forced to help him in exchange for her child's safety. After the Colonel begins acting erratically, it is revealed that he is a construct of GW, damaged by the virus. Rose tells Raiden the Patriots had ordered her to become his lover and spy on him and that she is pregnant with his child. Raiden finds Snake, and together, they gain entry to Arsenal. Fortune then battles Snake, while Raiden is forced into combat with AI-controlled Metal Gear RAYs. The virus soon causes them to malfunction, and Olga sacrifices herself to save Raiden from Solidus. Snake and Raiden are captured and taken to the top of Arsenal Gear by Solidus, Fortune, and Ocelot. Ocelot reveals himself as a Patriot agent and that the entire affair was orchestrated by the Patriots to artificially replicate a soldier (Raiden) on par with Solid Snake, titled the S3 Plan. Ocelot kills Fortune before being possessed again by Liquid Snake. Liquid explains that Ocelot's severed right arm was replaced with his own and plans to hunt down the Patriots using his host's knowledge and the stolen RAY. Snake pursues Liquid as Arsenal loses control.

#196 The CFO Creating Culture in the Finance Function with Sam Divine https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PaK9XqCIqhS2zBH8bpuMq Sam Divine, Founder of GrowthXel, joins Kevin Appleby, to delve into the pivotal role of the CFO in shaping culture within the finance function. The conversation underscored the importance of treating everyone fairly and respectfully, a principle deeply ingrained in Divine's philosophy due to his upbringing during the Liberian Civil War. Both Appleby and Divine shared personal experiences that highlighted the necessity of adapting to circumstances beyond one's control, emphasizing family, resilience, and adaptability as cornerstones of personal and professional development. Their discussion further explored how these formative experiences influence career choices and the significance of being in the right place at the right time. Divine and Appleby stressed the value of luck and the importance of connecting with employees to understand and improve organizational culture. They highlighted how creating a culture that encourages innovation and equality within finance departments can drive success, showcasing the CFO's unique position to foster an environment that not only supports financial goals but also nurtures a fair and dynamic workplace. Key topics covered include: Sam discusses his early life in Monrovia, Liberia, and his experiences during the 1989 civil war. Highlights from Sam's book, "Battlegrounds to Boardroom," including key lessons on fairness and the non-reliance on material wealth. Sam's educational journey to the United States and his career at prestigious firms like Grant Thornton and EY. Overview of GrowthXel's consulting services, focusing on optimizing organizations and providing critical interim services for CFOs. Emphasis on the importance of culture within finance departments and how GrowthXel fosters strong connections and trust with clients. Strategies for CFOs to enhance team culture, stressing continuous process improvement and valuing every team member's contribution. Discussion on the evolving role of the CFO, comparing it to a Secretary of State, necessitating a broader skill set beyond traditional finance functions. The critical role of curiosity for CFOs, enabling them to ask insightful questions and drive business improvements. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIY0cb1toCY Links Sam Divine on LinkedIn Kevin Appleby on LinkedIn GrowCFO Mentoring Timestamps 0:0:11 - Introduction to GrowCFO and the host, Kevin Appleby. 0:1:00 - Introduction of guest Sam Divine, founder of GrowthXel. 0:1:13 - Sam Divine's backstory, growing up in Monrovia, Liberia, and experiencing the civil war. 0:3:09 - Discussion of Sam's book "Battlegrounds to Boardroom" and the life lessons learned during the civil war. 0:7:41 - Sam's transition to the United States for college and his early career. 0:12:53 - Sam's career choice to join Grant Thornton and his experiences there. 0:14:46 - Sam's move to Atlanta and his decision to join EY over Anderson. 0:16:28 - Overview of GrowthXel's consulting services for CFOs, including optimization and interim services. 0:24:40 - Discussion on the importance of culture in the finance department and how CFOs can foster a positive culture. 0:28:33 - Exploration of the evolving role of the new CFO and the importance of curiosity in the role. Find out more about GrowCFO If you enjoyed this podcast, you can subscribe to the GrowCFO Show with your favorite podcast app. The GrowCFO show is listed in the Apple podcast directory, Spotify and many others. Why not subscribe there today? That way, you never miss an episode. GrowCFO is a great place to extend your professional network. Join GrowCFO as a free member today and participate in our regular networking events and webinars.  Premium members can also access our extensive training center and CFO Digital To...

In this episode, Alexis and Fallon go in on the Liberian Civil War. For those who don't know, Liberia has a long history with the United States and is one of the most direct examples of how damaging ethno-nationalism can be. Besides which, there are many aspects of international conflict that came to the public consciouness because of the Liberian Civil War that you may not know were connected to that event. We discuss child soldiers, "blood diamonds", arms trafficking, CIA involvement in the conflict and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alexisjhuff/support

In the past 60 years, missionaries with Lutheran Bible Translators have seen war and destruction effect the growth of ministry—but the faithfulness of God has never been disrupted. On this episode of Essentially Translatable, host Rich Rudowske celebrates the organization's 60th anniversary and explores a significant pivot in the history of Lutheran Bible Translators during the 1980s and early 1990s. This episode brings listeners stories from the Liberian Civil War and the impact it had on the organizations' approach to Bible translation. With extensive translation work being done in Liberia at the time, the war disrupted operations but subsequently led to a shift towards local ownership and partnerships within translation efforts. Hear interviews with Alvina Federwitz, Jim Laesch, and David Federwitz: all missionaries who were affected by the civil war in Liberia in various capacities. Reflect on Alvina's first-hand experience with the violence of war. Consider the challenges Jim faced in regulating administration during a period of great uncertainty for the organization. And learn from David as he explains the outcome the war had in leading to the formation of the Liberia Translation and Literacy Organization (LIBTRALO). Through God's faithfulness, a transformative impact came from this crisis. Lutheran Bible Translators pivoted to an innovative strategy of fostering local ownership and engagement within the language group when no other options were available. Today, this groundbreaking approach has become the ideal standard and continues to be used by the Bible translation community in the modern era. Highlights Stories from the Liberian Civil War are shared in reflection of the 60-year history of Lutheran Bible Translators. The civil war prompted the organization to prioritize local ownership of translation projects—an innovative decision. Learn more about LIBTRALO here

Anarchy. Cannibalism. Disorder. These are adjectives, empty words, that we use to try, however futilely, to describe the total pain, the uprooted lives, the destroyed families, the ethnic cleansing that have taken place throughout human history. In this episode of Battlecast, we will tear our thesaurus in half looking up synonyms for torture and bloodshed,… Continue reading A Military History of The Liberian Civil War /// 87

A round table discussion with Bishop Joshua Holder and Pastor Dick Braswell. This is part 1 of the incredible story of God's protection of the Holder Family during the Liberian Civil War. Bishop Joshua Holder's StoryChapter 1- Joshua Holder- Dick Braswell- Woody Godwin- Steve BraswellJoshua Holder Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/joshua.holder.581Check out our app, Life Church Live:Available on Google Play & App StoresGiving: life-church.org/givingBaptism: https://www.life-church.org/ihavedecidedYouTube ChannelMobile Campus FacebookHurley Campus FacebookInstagram

Joshua Milton Blahyi (aka "General Buttnaked"), often referred to as the "Modern Day Saul" has been held responsible for around 20,000 deaths during the Liberian Civil War. But his story doesn't end there. After a dramatic, Damascus Road-like conversion in the midst of the war, Blahyi became a drastically different man with a different outlook on his role in this country. In this episode, I sit down with Joshua to hear his story and discuss how a society like Liberia can be changed for the good, just as a man can be changed for the good, despite a tragic and devastating history. 

Tonight on Cryptique: Ryan and J discuss the atrocities and alleged redemption of African warlord General Butt Naked.  Don't let the name fool you, this man was a mass murderer.  He was a Liberian Civil War militia leader who recruited young children to murder on his behalf through brainwashing and drugs.  He regularly sacrificed children and ate their hearts.  He raped and maimed his own soldiers.  He claims his band of commandos killed no less than 20,000 Liberian men, women, and children.  Certainly this man will be held accountable for his crimes after confessing to all of this, right?  Find out why not, tonight on Cryptique!  Please like, subscribe, share or write a review. Let us know what you think cryptiquepodcast@gmail.com TikTok @cryptique_podcast  YouTube @cryptiquepodcast  X @podcastevil Merchandise cryptiquepodcaststore.com

Dimitri begins an x-ray examination of the first months of the Liberian Civil War, including: President Samuel Doe's reaction to that Charles Taylor virus, the most fucked up episode of the West Wing ever starring the sus Kissingerians running George Bush's NSC, Bob Gates telling Herman Cohen to stand down, Emmanuel Bowier's shocking testimony, Larry Eagleburger's sicko predictions, DAVID CHARLES MILLER and Ollie North's shredder, US embassy political officer CHARLES GURNEY'S sinister b-plot, the surreal horror of The Checkpoint, and the mass weaponization of juju. Part one of two. For access to full-length Patreon episodes, upcoming installments of Demon Forces, and the SJ Grotto of Truth Discord, subscribe to the Al-Wara' Frequency at patreon.com/subliminaljihad.

UnQuenchable: The Burning Bush Within by Kebeh Sando-Acquah   Kebeh Sando-Acquah has what many might call a happy disposition. She carries an optimistic attitude, and she sees the good in all the people she meets. Her life, though, has been anything but easy. In Unquenchable, she shares her story, telling how she expresses happiness in her life because her journey has brought her to a place of gratefulness. This memoir chronicles Sando-Acquah's life, sharing how she was conceived during the second Liberian Civil War in Africa, born to a malnourished teenage girl, and struggled with poverty and mental illness. She experienced a life filled with relatable turmoil, obstacles, and divine connections and what many people in this world are prone to experience. Despite where you were born, or how you were raised, or which class or culture you derived from, Sando-Acquah is just like you! In Unquenchable, Sando-Acquah narrates how she was given a cross to carry, but she is grateful for that cross. That cross is a representation and a reflection of what Jesus, her higher power, had to experience to set her free and allow her to share this joy with others. Autobiography: Kebeh Sando-Acquah, a native of Liberia, West Africa raised in the United States, Always had a lifelong fascination for empowering others, through her personal experience, Clinical background and relatable love for God that shines through her writing. She encourages readers in recognizing thier source to Unquenchable happiness, inner truth and true identified divine connections. Acquah is the founder of a Non-Profit gear towards increasing Education and Mentorship in third world countries. She's a loving wife, mother, Therapist and Social worker.https://www.amazon.com/UnQuenchable-Kebeh-G-Sando-Acquah/dp/1639455760/ref=sr_1_1?crid=S58ARN16HCZL&keywords=kebeh+sando+acquah&qid=1677734671&sprefix=kebeh+sando+acquah%2Caps%2C202&sr=8-1https://kebehacquahbooks.com/http://www.BlueInkScribble.com   http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/6823blink.mp3   

For access to full-length premium episodes, upcoming installments of Demon Forces, and the SJ Grotto of Truth Discord, subscribe to the Al-Wara' Frequency at patreon.com/subliminaljihad. Dimitri begins an x-ray examination of the first months of the Liberian Civil War, including: Doe's reaction to that Charles Taylor virus, the most fucked up episode of the West Wing ever starring the sus Kissingerians running George Bush's NSC, Bob Gates telling Herman Cohen to stand down, Emmanuel Bowier's shocking testimony, Larry Eagleburger's sicko predictions, DAVID CHARLES MILLER and Ollie North's shredder, US embassy political officer Charles Gurney's sinister b-plot, the surreal horror of The Checkpoint, and the mass weaponization of juju. Part one of two.

When Russian forces invaded Ukraine earlier this year, Dr. Michael Fine was outraged—like a lot of Americans.  So he traveled to see first-hand the human cost of this war. Dr. Michael Fine serves as the Chief Health Strategist for the city of Central Falls, R.I. and as a family physician with a practice in Rhode Island.  He is the author of several books, including “Health Care Revolt: How to Organize, Build a Health Care System, and Resuscitate Democracy—All at the Same Time,” published in 2018, “Abundance,” a novel about love, war and redemption, based on his experience as a volunteer during the Liberian Civil War, published in 2019, “Rhode Island Stories,” published in 2021, among others.  Dr. Fine's career as both a family physician and manager in the field of healthcare has been devoted to healthcare reform and the care of underserved populations. Before his confirmation as Director of Health, Dr. Fine was the Medical Program Director at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections, with a healthcare unit serving 20,000 people a year and a staff of over 85 physicians, psychiatrists, mental health workers, nurses, and other health professionals. He was a founder and Managing Director of HealthAccessRI, the nation's first statewide direct primary care organization, which made prepaid primary care available to people without employer-provided health insurance. Dr. Fine founded the Scituate Health Alliance, a community-based, population-focused non-profit organization, which made Scituate the first community in the United States to provide primary medical and dental care to all town residents.  He also convened and facilitated the Primary Care Leadership Council, a statewide organization that represented 75 percent of Rhode Island's primary care physicians and practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Sidewalk Monastery we talk to Sasha Donati about her experiences during the Liberian Civil War and her families immigration to the United States. Sasha's story speaks to our time. If you would like to contact us, we can be reached at sidewalkmonastery@ gmail.com

Robert is joined again by Shereen Lani Younes to continue to discuss the Liberian Civil War. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert is joined by Shereen Lani Younes to discuss the Liberian Civil War. Footnotes: https://abcnews.go.com/International/penitent-warlord-atoning-20000-war-crimes/story?id=20749940 https://mobile.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/africa/The-chilling-story-of-a-Liberian-warlord-turned-preacher-1388905  https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2016/03/14/general-butt-naked-the-repentant-warlord  https://www.thoughtco.com/brief-history-of-liberia-4019127  https://thegrio.com/2010/02/01/former-american-slaves-played-oppressive-role-in-liberias-past/ https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2019/12/the-bizarre-case-of-general-butt-naked-and-his-demon-powered-warriors/  http://www.thepatrioticvanguard.com/liberia-rampant-ritual-killings-or-gboyo  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRuSS0iiFyo&vl=en https://repository.library.georgetown.edu/bitstream/handle/10822/1040650/Wyszomierski%20Final%20Thesis.pdf?sequence=1 https://scholarworks.iu.edu/journals/index.php/lsj/article/download/4138/3765/13244 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H3B87RR/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1   Behind the Bastards is once again raising money to fund the Portland Diaper Bank! We've done this the last two years running and in 2021 your donations helped buy 1 million+ diapers for low income families! https://www.gofundme.com/f/btb-fundraiser-for-pdx-diaper-bank See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we have Rhode Island's own Kwity Paye, the Defensive End of the Indianapolis Colts on his first podcast ever. He speaks on everything from growing up on the Southside of Providence, his family surviving the Liberian Civil War, to becoming a millionaire and making the NFL at 22 years old, sacking Tom Brady, and buying his mom a house. Also we discuss his favorite rapper, albums, shows, and movies of all time. Weekly Rhode Island Update 1:00 Zendaya x Joseline visit PVD Tuskegee Airman turned 100 years old MAIN TOPICS Monkeypox = Pandemic #2? 5:00 Kanye back on IG with McDonalds collab 9:32 Gunna in jail until January 2023, denied bail 12:00 Drake responds to Pusha T saying he banned him from Canada 15:40 Kendrick Lamar flops? Sells 295,000 first week with Mr Morale, lowest sales since GKMC 19:30 KWITY PAYE INTERVIEW 34:00 First time he touched a football 37:00 Kwity's College Football experience 40:40 Why He Became A Defensive End 44:00 When He Realized He's Going To NFL 45:55 NFL DRAFT DAY FIRST ROUND PICK 51:15 Has your success hit you yet? 53:27 Seeing Colts teammates get cut off the team 55:00 Do Players Play Mind Games On You, Rookie Hazing 58:20 Sacking Tom Brady! 1:01:50 Playing Himself In Video Games Madden 1:06:30 Superbowl Weekend 1:08:00 The Night Von Miller Gave Him Advice 1:09:15 Papi's Coquito Local Business Highlight 1:11:00 NFL Contract Breakdown 1:15:30 Nike Sponsorship Deal 1:17:05 Non Profit/Philanthropy 1:21:00 Sophomore Season Expectations 1:22:20 Buying His Mom A House 1:23:12 Fake Energy From People 1:29:46 Fellow Rhode Island NFL Player Kenny 1:32:55 Message To Kids Wanting To Make It To The NFL 1:34:00 Never Had A Girlfriend In His Life 1:35:00 His Parents Surviving Liberian Civil War And Never Meeting His Father Still In Africa 1:36:25 Favorite Rapper, Albums, Movies And Shows 1:39:30 Go To Playlist Before A Game 1:48:20 Prediction For Colts Upcoming Season 1:51:00 Favorite Shoes, Passion For Fashion, Future Plans Outside Of Football 1:52:15 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cambition/support

On episode 29 of Decision Dialogues, Mark Willoughby is joined by Michael Gibney to have a chat with Thomas Johnson, founder and CEO of GetUpNGetFit, a wellness concierge company. Thomas' early life was tumultuous, as he was forced to escape the Liberian Civil War with the help of his family and their friends. His entrepreneurial spirit took over after earning his degree, when he decided to found GetUpNGetFit. He discusses the knowledge he gained up to and after its founding, the lessons he learned, and what motivates his philanthropy. Get the full show notes and more resources at ModeraWealth.com/DecisionDialogues

Tula B. Strong, a Liberian-American performance artist, joins Melissa on the mic for our Everyday Woman Series. Tula was raised by a single mother who immigrated to the United States after fleeing Liberia during the midst of the Liberian Civil War. Tula's mother, a refugee woman who lost everything, raised her children to value education as one of the few things that could never be taken away from them. Tula took her mother's words to heart and went on to attend Princeton University, on a full-ride scholarship program, fresh out of high-school! While at Princeton, Tula discovered her love for dance and choreography. Today, Tula is working on one of the biggest projects of her life, a 3-day dance and music experience called TESTIMONY that centers around a community of Afro-Diasporic women and their journeys of trauma, healing, and faith.If you enjoy this episode, be sure to share it with you friends! If you'd like to donate to the Mimosa Sisterhood podcast, check out my new support feature! In addition, you can now sponsor an alcohol beverage for Melissa to drink during a podcast recording and you'll receive an on-air shout out!SHOW NOTESIn this episode, we talk about:Tula's mother and her experience of fleeing Liberia as a refugeeThe importance of education in Tula's householdGrowing up in a low income family and getting accepted into two of the best Ivy League schools on earthBeing a student of color at Princeton and not fitting in with the "mainstream"Advocating for BIPOC people on campusTESTIMONY, Tula's 3-day dance and music experience premiering during women's history month in 2022Tula's relationship with God and how she intertwines spirituality with danceHealing her relationship with religion after discovering a church community full of young creativesThe meaning of SisterhoodRESOURCES:Learn more about Tula B. Strong on her WebsiteRSVP to Tula's email list to stay in the loop on TESTIMONY premiering March 2022Follow Tula B. Strong on InstagramRead Tula's interview on Voyage LACheck out the NEW Mimosa Sisterhood SweatshirtCheck out the NEW 15 oz. MugFollow Mimosa Sisterhood on InstagramSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/mimosasisterhoodpodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adrian welcomes Ezechiel Bambolo, Executive Director of Antioch Adoptions, for National Adoption Month. Ezechiel shares his miraculous story of coming to the USA during the Liberian Civil War and how God's redemptive story of adoption has shaped the mission and vision of Antioch Adoptions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joar has always described himself as a product of Darby Borough. Joar, his mother and younger brother, Josephine and Josephus respectively, immigrated to Darby Borough 15 years ago after living in Ghana for 5 years as refugees escaping the Liberian Civil War. Surviving birth in the midst of a war, Joar had no choice but to have an optimistic viewpoint on life. Check out his website www.jfkdahn.com

This time Retrospecticus heartily endorses “Lisa The Beauty Queen”, which first aired on October 15th 1992, the same day as Charles Taylor launched Operation Octopus in the Liberian Civil War. As you might expect it’s a bloody tale, but there’s a double dip in the nineties charts and acronyms by the bucketload to sweeten the… Read More »

On this episode of Satanic Study Hall, Bill, Dennis, Veronica, and Al examine the life of General Butt Naked, a Liberian warlord some have referred to as "the most evil man in the world." The Study Hall crew will explore General Butt Naked's role in the Liberian Civil War and the shocking path he took after the war ended. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode isn't for the weak of heart as we discuss some of the gory details surrounding General Butt Naked's horrific acts, especially against women and children.NEW WEBSITE! @ http://www.satanicstudyhall.comEmail us @ satanicstudyhall@gmail.comClick Here to become a supporter of our Patreon and get cool merch, Bonus Episodes, Behind The Scenes content and more!Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/satanicstudyhall)

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Henry McCabe’s case is filled with theories ranging from the supernatural, to ritual sacrifice, to suicide, or to the Smiley Face Killers. But no theory seems to fully explain all of the details of his bizarre death nor do they come close to revealing the cause behind the horrific phone call recording.If you would like to start your OWN podcast on Buzzsprout, please consider using our promo code so you can earn a $20 gift card after your second month on a paid plan:   https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=709643Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CoffeeAndCases)

Evangelist Joshua Milton Blahyi! Being radically saved from high level witchcraft as tribal priest in Liberia, Daniel has brought Joshua Blahyi on the show to share his story about the amazing change Jesus has done for him! Joshua Milton Blahyi: He is widely known as General Butt Naked, who was a former commander of forces under the wider control of the Liberian warlord, Roosevelt Johnson. During his time under that warlord, he was known for atrocities from the Liberian Civil War from the early 90’s. In his role as a tribal priest, it is estimated that he killed 20,000 people by carrying out human sacrifices and cannibalism

Our extraordinary guest this week on Discovering Truth is Evangelist Joshua Milton Blahyi! Being radically saved from high level witchcraft as tribal priest in Liberia, Daniel has brought Joshua Blahyi on the show to share his story about the amazing change Jesus has done for him! TRIGGER WARNING: This is not a program for the faint of heart, nor is it one that you will want to miss if you can handle the truth. There will be a few graphic descriptions. This podcast will contain information about subjects that may be difficult or inappropriate for some audiences including young children. About Joshua Milton Blahyi: He is widely known as General Butt Naked, who was a former commander of forces under the wider control of the Liberian warlord, Roosevelt Johnson. During his time under that warlord, he was known for atrocities from the Liberian Civil War from the early 90’s. In his role as a tribal priest, it is estimated that he killed 20,000 people by carrying out human sacrifices and cannibalism… with Jesus, he has gone through a radical transformation. His father, who was from the Southeast of Liberia had to accept an arranged woman to have a child by a woman from the clan. Oracles from his parents’ tribe insisted that they have Joshua, and at the age of seven he was turned over to the elders to be trained to be the priest tribe by age eleven. More from Evangelist Joshua Milton Blahyi: You can find more on Joshua Blahyi at joshuablahyi.com, and learn more about his story and mission.

General Butt Naked aka Joshua Blahyi is a complicated figure. He is now a Liberian Christian missionary helping victims or Liberia's first civil war rebuild their lives. In the early 90s, he was one of Liberia's most brutal warlords. While literally naked, and often while wielding a machete, he led an army of coked-up, brainwashed child soldiers into committing almost unimaginable atrocities. He committed child sacrifices and regularly engaged in cannibalism. And there were others nearly as brutal as he was. Liberia in the 90s was basically hell on earth. It was a nation of sexual abuse and murder and corruption and chaos. How did things get so bad? Today we learn how Liberia was formed and how decades of oppression led to two incredible bloody civil wars.  For our donation this month, we raised/donated over $41,000 for the Bad Magic Productions Giving Tree, and have bought eighty Cult of the Curious families presents for Christmas. Hail Nimrod and thank you!  Watch the Suck on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y0F2maI7-nQ Merch  - https://badmagicmerch.com/   Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89v COTC private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultofthecurious/ For all merch related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste) Please rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcast Wanna become a Space Lizard? We're over 10,000 strong! Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast  Sign up through Patreon and for $5 a month you get to listen to the Secret Suck, which will drop Thursdays at Noon, PST. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. You get to vote on two Monday topics each month via the app. And you get the download link for my new comedy album, Feel the Heat. Check the Patreon posts to find out how to download the new album and take advantage of other benefits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Othello "OT" Johnson was born in Liberia and has an amazing story of survival, persistence, endurance, and the will to live well! He's a childhood friend of Wells and is currently in his 10th season at the helm of the UNCP wrestling program, having already turned in five of the finest seasons in its history. He's a husband and father to two beautiful girls and his story will leave you inspired, encouraged, and more grateful for the gift of life! Connect with OT: Facebook Linkedin Website: Johnson Athletic Camps Twitter Connect with Jonathan: Website The SHIFT Course Linkedin Facebook Instagram Twitter Connect with Wells: Website Linkedin YouTube Facebook Email: Wells@WellsThompsonSoccer.com Cell: (336)575-3324 Connect with Michael: Linkedin Facebook Twitter Instagram Michael builds School in Sierra Leon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-shift-podcast/support

On today's show we talk with the Style Duo-Mindy and Paula. Mindy and Paula have a full service, personal shopping and styling company. Through their 20+ years in the fashion industry, they have dressed and styled A-list celebrities as well as appeared on numerous TV shows including Bravo's Pregnant in Heels as well as appearing on the Today Show on NBC. To keep up with all that they are up to, check out their website at: www.thestyleduo.com and on IG at @thestyleduo Up next is Kit Yates. He's the author of the smash Hit book 'The Math of Life & Death-7 Mathematical Principles That Shape Our Lives'. This book helps to showcase how math is the beating heart of so much of modern life. Besides being an author and natural storyteller, Kit is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematical Sciences and co-director of the Centre for Mathematical Biology at the University of Bath. To keep up with all the he's up to, check out his website at: www.kityates.com and on Twitter at Kit_Yates_Maths Wrapping up the show we speak with singer/songwriter Taki Gold. As a young child Taki, with the help of several women, was able to survive and escape the Liberian Civil War and join his family in the United States. It is here where he honed his musical skills. Out now is his HIT Smash debut single 'Liberian Boy' and dropping July 24th is his album Girl God. This album plays homage to all women, especially those that helped him survive the Liberian Civil War. To keep up with all that he's up to, check out his website at: www.worldoftakigold.com and on IG at @worldoftakigold

How a Canadian phenom who's parents escaped a Liberian Civil War to settle in Edmonton eventually became MLS' greatest export and glimpse to the future it may hold.Sources:Sources:The War in Liberia by Sarah Lefthttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2003/aug/04/westafrica.qandaBecoming Canadian - The Alphonso Davies Storyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zqt5u1jtvGwWhy Bayern Munich, the two paths of Alphonso Davieshttps://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/2019/8/29/20836276/bayern-munich-youth-prospects-transfers-alphonso-davies-liam-morrison-celtic-hasan-salihamidzicNext Generation 2017 - 60 Best Talents In Footballhttps://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2017/oct/04/next-generation-2017-60-of-the-best-young-talents-in-world-football

In this episode, Dr. Barry Hart, professor of trauma, identity and conflict studies here at CJP, reflects on his own beginnings in the field of conflict transformation and trauma work, definitions of trauma and trauma healing, how CJP has evolved since its inception, and where he sees it – and the entire field of justice and peacebuilding – growing from here.Hart has “officially” taught at CJP for 23 years, but first came on board as a summer workshop instructor in 1994. After graduating from Eastern Mennonite Seminary in 1978, Hart lived and worked overseas, developing a trauma healing and reconciliation program for the Christian Health Association of Liberia during the Liberian Civil War.“I was very keen on trying to weave together what I understood could be brought from the outside … the people themselves were very resilient, amazing in their own right, and had skills and traditions that could help in their own healing process,” Hart recalls in the podcast.CJP co-founder John Paul Lederach invited Hart to come present on his work during a Frontiers workshop (the Frontiers of Peacebuilding events were the precursors to today’s Summer Peacebuilding Institute).“Coming back was really just part of what I wanted to do, and who I felt I was,” Hart says. Hart has seen CJP through significant academic changes, like the inclusion of restorative justice and transitional justice curricula and the creation of the Foundations I and II courses. As for the future of the Center, Hart envisions CJP addressing the climate crisis and its intersecting issues more effectively. “If we can go forward with a real sense of care for each other, care for the planet in a way that, actually, has not only care but practical actions, then I think we’ve gone a long way. So 50 years from now, we may be known as a Center for Justice, Peacebuilding, and the Environment,” says Hart.

On the last episode of 2019, I talk to Kenny Greene. Kenny grew up in Monrovia, Liberia and moved to the US when the 2nd Liberian Civil War broke. He talks about how he escaped becoming a child soldier, his first impression landing in New York City and his experience as a car salesman. Kenny currently works in the mortgage industry and shares some wisdom for would be first time home buyers in the US.

The political debate over healthcare in the United States seems cyclical—it rises and falls with America’s political calendar.  Dr. Michael Fine argues that for patients and caregivers, issues like cost, access, and outcomes are real, they are present, and they often have life-and-death consequences. A former director of the Rhode Island Department of Health, Fine has been a writer, community organizer, family physician and public health official for more than 40 years. In addition to his book, Health Care Revolt: How to Organize, Build a Health Care System, and Resuscitate Democracy―All at the Same Time, he has published widely in the medical literature, mostly about health policy.  He also served as a medical officer in Kenya and worked as a volunteer during the Liberian Civil War, the subject of Abundance, his first novel.

The Rev. Dorothy Macaulay, of the Liberia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, tells how God protected her family during the Liberian Civil War and then inspired her to overcome illness and adversity to become a leader in the Methodist Church in Africa. (VOICED BY PROFESSIONAL TALENT) FULL TRANSCRIPT When women come together there's nothing we cannot do. Welcome to the WellSprings Journal Podcast, where you will hear from women who have been called by God into lives to speak grace and compassion, that share pain and anger, and that dance life's joys and laughter. Inspiration to call forth your creative spirit await. Listen now. 00:36     Dorothy Shares Her Story, by the Reverend Dorothy Macaulay of the Liberia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. 00:44     Prior to the 1990 Civil War in Liberia, I was a member of the Georgia Pattern United Methodist Church, where my mother served as a lay speaker. I usually followed her on first Sunday, where lot of activities occurred, and we shared fun with other young adults. When the war intensified in 1990, I was a newlywed with nowhere to go in the township of the New Georgia Community. I said to myself, “I will remain here. If I die, let me die.” There was no food, even if there was money you couldn’t find food to purchase. God being God provided in the midst of the shortage, and one of the soldiers give us a few bags of rice. We started to barter—fish in exchange for rice—which enabled us to have soup of a kind. During that time, I had a nervous breakdown; I couldn’t walk, I was dehydrated, and I lost my sight. The West Africa troops appeared, and I was escorted—in a wheelbarrow—along with my family, to a place called West Point. There we sought refuge in the home of my mother, who had a prayer room. 02:12     Family members and some spiritual children were caring for me. During this decision-making time, I engaged God and made a vow: “Lord, if you heal me I will serve you all the days of my life.” I committed myself to these words, and it seemed like a testing time, with interference from in-laws and lack of finances, but I stood strong through the power of our Lord Jesus Christ. I resigned my job as a senior secretary of the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation to go into ministry and attend seminary. Fortunately, the bishop of the Liberia Annual Conference sent an elder, the Rev. Dr. Anthony Dioh, and an evangelist, Sister Theodosia Wah, to open a Preaching Point in the community. I got totally involved with the work of the church. The Church Council recommended me to the Charge Conference to be the first lay speaker, Church School Superintendent, Worship Chairperson, and later, Women President. Those were not easy times because preparation goes before performance. I joined the Evangelism Department in 1995 under the leadership of the Rev. Reginald Goodridge, director of Evangelism and Missions. Upon the completions of one hundred eight credit hours, I requested ordination. This was a difficult decision. I had a family and children to care for, but it is God that equips and make provisions (see Matthew 6:33). 04:04     Before the opening of Annual Conference in 1998, the Evangelism team led a crusade and a call to baptism. The Spirit of the Lord moved in the Sinoe District, and many with life-threatening diseases were healed, while some converted. I was called upon to give the invocation at the closing worship, and the Spirit moved, and I was given divine knowledge during the prayer. The words said were unknown to me. Then the administrative assistant asked me to give the opening invocation at Annual Conference. A similar thing occurred, and the bishop asked, “Who is that lady?” The delegates responded, “She is Sister Macaulay.” He said, “Let her go to the seminary.” And the response was, “She is in the seminary.” 05:02     On Sunday, at the climax of the Conference, I was appointed as Associate Pastor to the A.P. Camphor Church in Clara town Monrovia, Liberia. In February 2002, I was ordained an elder in full connection and appointed District Superintendent to the Tappita District, under the leadership of the Rev. Dr. John G. Innis, Resident Bishop. This was a challenge, a cross-cultural environment where I had to adjust, walking twelve hours, along with my team, to host charge conferences; but God always goes ahead of us to prepare the difficult path, and I made it through. I recruited about fifty-three pastors, constructed churches, and arranged for a rubber farm to sustain the church because there was no income for pastors, which broke my heart. Our farsighted bishop engaged with partners in the Michigan Annual Conference under the episcopal leadership of Bishop Linda Lee. My district partner was the Detroit West District. I was asked to tour the district in 2003, and tell our story; through that we began to receive salary support. When my tenure as district superintendent ended in February 2008, I was appointed coordinator for the Liberia United Methodist Empowered Foundation (LUMEF) where I still serve. The Board of Directors has embarked on an investment plan for the self-sustainability of the church. 06:54     Thank you for listening to the WellSprings Journal podcast. Be sure to visit WellSpringsJournal.org to find more resources for the journey.

In this special episode, we chat with cast members of a local play rendition of "Eclipsed." Originally written by the talented Danai Gurira, this play is about the Liberian Civil War and the remarkable women who survived it. Click here for tickets to the Charlotte show (August 22-September 1 2018): https://www.blumenthalarts.org/events/detail/eclipsed Music by Nick Stubblefield: www.nickstubblefield.com

On the most depressing episode yet Joe and Nick talk about the Liberian Civil War and a insane, blood drinking, heart eating warlord by the name of General Butt Naked. A man who ran screaming into battle totally naked while leading a legion of sundress wearing, clown wig headed, cannibals against his enemies. Follow the podcast on Twitter @lions_by Follow Joe @jkass99 Follow Nick @nickcasm1

In his new autobiography "War, Momma and Me", author Jaycee Kesh Akinsaya describes his experiences of growing up during the Liberian Civil War and his mother's wisdom that guided them through it all. For the seventh installment of the T&E podcast, we spoke with Kesh about how he and his mother used music as a compass to navigate through trials of political unrest, and furthermore how music help him shape his understanding of spirituality, sexuality and personal identity.

(Part 2 of 2) The mass devastation of the Liberian Civil War of 1989 served as a backdrop to Sonnie’s earliest memories. Her father headed to the United States when she still was very young, leaving Sonnie, her mother and younger brother to seek refuge in a small village outside the city. Soon after the war ended, Sonnie’s mother left both children behind in the village as she, too, made her way to America. The physical, sexual and emotional abuse Sonnie endured throughout her life set the tone for her self-perception as she grew into womanhood. Trapped in a tumultuous marriage, she eventually found herself at the breaking point in the form of a suicide attempt interrupted by her young son. In that moment, she knew things had to change. Fast-forward to today: Sonnie has transformed her life's traumas into a story of empowerment, fueled by the understanding that forgiveness and self-love must be at the center of healing. Today she is devoted to her young children and loving husband. And, though each day remains a struggle, she has found the light in her life and now sees how she can use her story to help other women.

(Part 1 of 2) The mass devastation of the Liberian Civil War of 1989 served as a backdrop to Sonnie’s earliest memories. Her father headed to the United States when she still was very young, leaving Sonnie, her mother and younger brother to seek refuge in a small village outside the city. Soon after the war ended, Sonnie’s mother left both children behind in the village as she, too, made her way to America. The physical, sexual and emotional abuse Sonnie endured throughout her life set the tone for her self-perception as she grew into womanhood. Trapped in a tumultuous marriage, she eventually found herself at the breaking point in the form of a suicide attempt interrupted by her young son. In that moment, she knew things had to change. Fast-forward to today: Sonnie has transformed her life's traumas into a story of empowerment, fueled by the understanding that forgiveness and self-love must be at the center of healing. Today she is devoted to her young children and loving husband. And, though each day remains a struggle, she has found the light in her life and now sees how she can use her story to help other women.

Today I talk about some bull shit family! Some bull shit that’s only possible when a country takes a religion too seriously. During the Liberian Civil War in 1989 a monster was created. Joshua Blahyi AKA General Butt Naked ate the organs of children before entering battle and slaughtering countless Liberian people. After the Civil War came to an end General Butt Naked was able to finesse his way into a pardon using religion. Liberia is a country heavily influenced by Christianity and during his trial he said that he found Jesus. Today General Butt Naked is a free man who was served no justice because he found jesus

Ayesha Jordan and Liesl Tommy. Photo: Richard Wolinsky Liesl Tommy, director, and Ayesha Jordan, one of the performers in Danai Gurira's Tony-nominated play Eclipsed, in coversation with host Richard Wolinsky Eclipsed runs at the Curran Theater in San Francisco through March 19, 2017 in a short, limited run. Liesl Tommy, born in apartheid South Africa in a township of Capetown, is today an award-winning director, recently the associate artistic director at Berkeley Rep, and directed the acclaimed production of Party People, about the history of the Black Panther party. Ayesha Jordan served as understudy to Tony-nominated Lupita Nyongo in the key role of the unnamed Girl in the Broadway production of Eclipsed, and takes on the role here in San Francisco. Eclipsed is set during the second Liberian Civil War, and concerns the plight of four women, kidnapped and forcibly married to a commander of the rebel army. Eclipsed received six Tony Award nominations for its Broadway production, including one for Liesl Tommy, the first woman of color ever nominated for the Tony for Best Director. Eclipsed is co-produced by New York's non-profit Public Theatre. Curran Theater website A shorter version of this interview airs on KPFA's Arts-Waves program on March 13, 2017. The post Interview: Liesl Tommy and Ayesha Jordan, “Eclipsed” at the Curran appeared first on KPFA.

At the age of 5, Denise Sarkor escaped the Liberian Civil War with family and lived as a refugee in Ivory Coast. Raised in a rough part of NJ by a determined mother, she would go on to graduate from The Wharton School on a full scholarship and obtain her Masters in International Finance and Economic Policy from Columbia University. Although entrepreneurship tugged at her heart, she took a safer path, working as an international banker and development consultant at Goldman Sachs and the World Bank. But after a devastating divorce rocked her to the core, she became fearless. Realizing that Corporate America had led her to yet another glass ceiling, she finally made the leap. On this episode, you’ll learn how she hit the ground running after quitting unexpectedly and how she’s navigating the twists and turns of starting her own business. Topics discussed: How she honed in on what services she should offer in her business and how she’s managing cash flow The surprising move she’s willing to make to sustain her business Self-publishing her first book and successfully fundraising on Kickstarter Why Poet and Activist Nikki Giovanni wrote her a personal note of congratulations Links Mentioned: Wave Accounting Clean Closet The Year I Got In Formation - The New Roots Story Rich Dads, Before You Quit Your Job New Roots Development, LLC Ingram Spark 10 Things I Learned Fundraising Via Kickstarter 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth Four Hour Work Week Nikki Giovanni’s Hand-Written Note The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing: Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish, Promote and Sell Your Own Book, Edition 5 International Coaching Federation   Important Announcements:If you’re not subscribed to the Side Hustle Pro newsletter, you’re missing ALL the #goalgetter tea, OK?? Subscribe here: SideHustlePro.co/SideHustleCorner Side Hustle Pro has a buzzing Facebook group! Get the support you need to create and grow your side hustle in the welcoming Side Hustle Pro Community on Facebook. I’m continually impressed by the level of support and candid conversation happening in our community. Join us here: SideHustlePro.co/Mastermind More from Denise: DeniseSarkor.com New Roots Development, LLC More from Nicaila: SideHustlePro.co Side Hustle Pro Community Connect with us on Instagram: Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro Denise Sarkor – @denisesarkor #SideHustlePro

Playwright Danai Gurira, actress Lupita Nyong'o and director Liesl Tommy discuss "Eclipsed," Gurira's powerful drama about the survival of young women during the Liberian Civil War. Plus a Broadway Update with Adam Feldman and Imogen Lloyd Webber.

Joseph Obeto Lombaye is a motivational and inspirational speaker.  He has survived the Liberian Civil War,  was falsely imprisoned under horrific conditions, battled the elements in the jungles of Africa warding off wild animals and starvation to find a better life.  These are only a few of the feats he conquered.     As a result, his desire was to help the helpless.  He formed a nonprofit organization called Give Them Hope.   He is an inspiration to everyone no matter who they are or where they live.    "There is too much waiting for you -- GO GET IT" "You are here for a purpose - not by accident" "Grab what should be yours -- if you refuse to fight someone else will take your space"    You won't want to miss one minute of this interview --  Joseph 'grabbed' my heart-- he will motivate you in a unique way.    

This week's podcast features the production of Danai Gugira's play, Eclipsed, which is currently playing at Northlight Theatre. Director Hallie Gordon and cast member Paige Collins join Anne Nicholson Weber to talk about the psychic cost of exploring the chaotic and violent world of Liberian Civil War where the play is set, about the process of creating an ensemble piece and about audience responses to tough material.

Open Society Fellow Jonny Steinberg and pioneering community activist Rufus Arkoi discuss the Liberian civil war and the Staten Island refugee community that formed in its wake. Speakers: Jonny Steinberg, Rufus Arkoi. (Recorded: December 1, 2009)

Kristin King and Kate Brubacher are founding members of Liberian Widows Initiative (LWI) an organization to aid women devastated by the Liberian Civil War. LWI provides small business loans and savings accounts to members of the extreme poor -- Liberian refugee women who struggle to feed their families and send their children to school. LWI was an outgrowth of Brubacher's residence in West Africa during 2004-2005. Brubacher is now at Yale Law School and King is a second year MBA student at Wharton. King and Wharton management professor Keith Weigelt talked to Knowledge at Wharton about the challenges of running a grass-roots microfinance initiative several thousand miles away. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.