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The podcast was recorded in the days following the invasion of Ukraine. Hopefully, this war will end soon, but it's always smart to remember how it started.In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dr. John Quinn provides an in-depth update on the medical response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He discusses the evolution of medical training, the challenges faced in providing care, and the surprising developments in clinical practices amidst the war. The conversation highlights the logistical difficulties, the nature of injuries sustained, and the principles of casualty care that have emerged from the experience of prolonged field care in a conflict zone. In this conversation, the speakers discuss critical aspects of managing catastrophic bleeding, airway challenges, and the importance of preparation for transport in medical emergencies. They emphasize the risks associated with humanitarian work in Ukraine, the need for NGOs to engage with local needs, and advancements in blood management practices. The discussion also highlights the significance of sharing lessons learned from the ongoing conflict and the essential training topics for medical practitioners working in such environments.TakeawaysThe conflict has led to significant changes in medical training and practices.There has been a focus on prolonged field care due to extended evacuation times.Logistical challenges are a major issue in providing medical care.The quality of clinical care in Ukraine is impressive despite resource limitations.Injuries from modern warfare present unique challenges for medical responders.Scene safety is a critical principle in casualty care.Documentation of care is essential but challenging in conflict zones.Training and adherence to clinical guidelines have improved outcomes.Prolonged field care requires careful preparation and assessment before transport. Put a tourniquet on a patient with controlled hemorrhage.Prepare for transport by creating a problem list.Understand the severe risks of humanitarian work in Ukraine.Engage with local authorities to understand healthcare needs.Advocate for best practices in blood management and resuscitation.Share lessons learned from the conflict to improve future care.Anticipate challenges during transport to enhance patient outcomes.Traumatic brain injury is a growing concern in conflict zones.Utilize telemedicine for better communication and resource allocation.Focus on training for non-specialist surgeons in trauma care.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conflict and Medical Response02:07 Evolution of Medical Training in Ukraine05:14 Challenges and Improvements in Medical Care10:41 Surprising Developments in Clinical Care15:28 Logistical Challenges and Wound Patterns20:20 Prolonged Field Care and Evacuation Times25:29 Core Principles of Casualty Care34:04 Managing Catastrophic Bleeding and Airway Challenges39:51 Preparing for Transport: Anticipating Challenges44:35 Understanding the Risks of Humanitarian Work in Ukraine49:31 Engaging with Local Needs: Best Practices for NGOs51:52 Advancements in Blood Management and Resuscitation54:06 Sharing Lessons Learned from the Conflict58:45 Essential Training Topics for Medical Practitioners01:05:11 Closing Thoughts and Future DirectionsThank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠deltadevteam.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more content go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prolongedfieldcare.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Consider supporting us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care⁠

Tom and Jack delve into what to expect in the Copa which starts next week, and also address the question of the day in Buenos Aires - are we witnessing the best Argentina side ever?

Originally Recorded: January 14th, 2025   In Memory of Nicholas "LossThief" Dupree 1993-2024   Tonight, The Frieren Crew reunite on White Day/ Pi Day for a different kind of Magic. The Magic of Love!!! Join Andrew, Jet, Jamal, & Megan as they to see if Love Conquers All (& How) in the Dub for Bibury Animation's "The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You!!!" I'm glad we're covering this show now instead of waiting until the end, because covering Rentaro and All 100 of his Girlfriends would be a Logistical & Editing Nightmare.   Our theme music was composed by Gabriel Pulcinelli / Ponpoko in the Distance. You can find more of their work at https://ponpokointhedistance.com/ and at @gabrpulcinelli on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.   AUDIO PLATFORMS: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47LMCAgEW0BAOy9BnKYmLv Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/dub-talk/id1514880122   Like what we do? Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dubtalkpodcast Or consider buying us a Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/dubtalk   Host: @mangaman9000.bsky.social Panelists: @queenira.bsky.social @jetzeroinfinity.bsky.social @jamstar529.bsky.social Editor: @jamstar529.bsky.social Music: "Dai Dai Dai Dai Daisuki na Kimi e♡" (To You Who I Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love") by Kaede Hondo, Miyu Tomita, Maria Naganawa, Asami Seto, and Ayaka Asai "Sweet Sign" by Nako Misaki

On todays pod: Becky is gasping, SARAH, Laura is off to Tenners, Becky's dry hotel, logistics, Meghan's new showThanks to our lovely sponsors - Rest at the NestGet in touch: thelauraandbeckyshow@gmail.com We love you! Please become a member here https://plus.acast.com/s/the-laura-becky-show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March 8th, 2025 The Appalachian Trail marks an iconic and historic ideal in outdoor recreation- inspiring some 4,000 hikers each year to hike the entirety of the 2,197 mile long trail within a period of about six months. The window opens at the end of February, and typically runs until the beginning of October, when hikers can expect to reach the end of the trail. There is scarcely a greater accomplishment in the world of long distance backpacking. Today we are joined by Matt Long, who hiked the entire trail in 2005, is back on the Carolina Outdoors to give a clue into what through hiking is like. Matt is a lifetime outdoorsman, inspired initially by a poster on the wall in his geography classroom, built up by his life in Scouting and continued by his own passion and family into today. Segment Highlights: Through hiking, Section hiking, and 'Continuous Section Hiking'- the difference between them all The beauty of accomplishing the trail in short amounts of time, and the accomplishment of doing it over a lifetime Matt's inspiration to hike the trail and why he did it How Matt and other thru-hikers 'prepare' for the trail, mentally and logistically The importance of exercising before the journey begins What matters more? Logistical prep or mental prep? Budgeting concerns and situations Bill Bryson's 'A Walk in the Woods' the book Matt used and valued most in preparing for his experience. Things You'll Learn by Listening: This podcast episode details essential parts of the planning, preparation, experience and aftermath of any great outdoor adventure. Matt's stories of Appalachian Trail glory and Iron Man race prep can inspire anyone toward their next adventure, or help them remember the best parts of those already passed. Jesse Brown's Is your one-stop-shop for any hike you're planning, whether 2 miles or 2,000. Come on in for your next pair of hiking boots, maps, or just plain old advice!

This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning examines surgical staplers. He explores the history of surgical staplers, the evolution of surgical staplers, and discusses the company that created the first automated minimally invasive surgical stapler—United States Surgical Corporation (USSC). He also discusses details about the AutoSuture Premium Poly stapler and why it is still being created. Joel also shares details about when he visited a production line that is responsible for creating surgical staplers. He discusses his experience and his highlights from this event, which includes meeting Dr. Rene Petersen and Dr. Laurens Ceulemans.  Joel also reviews recent JANS articles on heart transplantation and donation after circulatory death in children, priorities for medical device regulatory approval, transplantation of a genetically modified porcine heart into a live human, and mechanisms of repair failure after mitral valve repair using chordal replacement.   In addition, Joel explores treating intractable hiccups by clipping the phrenic nerve using VATS, robotic totally endoscopic CryoMaze ablation under ventricular fibrillatory arrest, and a new podcast episode from Dr. Alice Copperwheat, “The Atrium: Internal Mammary Artery Harvesting,” with expert guest Dr. David Taggart. Before closing, he highlights upcoming events in CT surgery.   JANS Items Mentioned  1.) Heart Transplantation and Donation After Circulatory Death in Children. A Review of the Technological, Logistical and Ethical Framework  2.) Priorities for Medical Device Regulatory Approval: A Report From the European Society of Cardiology Cardiovascular Round Table  3.) Transplantation of a Genetically Modified Porcine Heart Into a Live Human  4.) Mechanisms of Repair Failure After Mitral Valve Repair Using Chordal Replacement  CTSNET Content Mentioned  1.) Treating Intractable Hiccups by Clipping the Phrenic Nerve Using VATS  2.) The Atrium: Internal Mammary Artery Harvesting  3.) Robotic Totally Endoscopic Cryo-Maze Ablation Under Ventricular Fibrillatory Arrest  Other Items Mentioned  1.) Career Center   2.) CTSNet Events Calendar  Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.

If someone said a global health and development programme was sustainable, participatory, and holistic, you'd have to guess that they were saying something positive. But according to today's guest Karen Levy — deworming pioneer and veteran of Innovations for Poverty Action, Evidence Action, and Y Combinator — each of those three concepts has become so fashionable that they're at risk of being seriously overrated and applied where they don't belong.Rebroadcast: this episode was originally released in March 2022.Links to learn more, highlights, and full transcript.Such concepts might even cause harm — trying to make a project embody all three is as likely to ruin it as help it flourish.First, what do people mean by 'sustainability'? Usually they mean something like the programme will eventually be able to continue without needing further financial support from the donor. But how is that possible? Governments, nonprofits, and aid agencies aim to provide health services, education, infrastructure, financial services, and so on — and all of these require ongoing funding to pay for materials and staff to keep them running.Given that someone needs to keep paying, Karen tells us that in practice, 'sustainability' is usually a euphemism for the programme at some point being passed on to someone else to fund — usually the national government. And while that can be fine, the national government of Kenya only spends $400 per person to provide each and every government service — just 2% of what the US spends on each resident. Incredibly tight budgets like that are typical of low-income countries.'Participatory' also sounds nice, and inasmuch as it means leaders are accountable to the people they're trying to help, it probably is. But Karen tells us that in the field, ‘participatory' usually means that recipients are expected to be involved in planning and delivering services themselves.While that might be suitable in some situations, it's hardly something people in rich countries always want for themselves. Ideally we want government healthcare and education to be high quality without us having to attend meetings to keep it on track — and people in poor countries have as many or more pressures on their time. While accountability is desirable, an expectation of participation can be as much a burden as a blessing.Finally, making a programme 'holistic' could be smart, but as Karen lays out, it also has some major downsides. For one, it means you're doing lots of things at once, which makes it hard to tell which parts of the project are making the biggest difference relative to their cost. For another, when you have a lot of goals at once, it's hard to tell whether you're making progress, or really put your mind to focusing on making one thing go extremely well. And finally, holistic programmes can be impractically expensive — Karen tells the story of a wonderful 'holistic school health' programme that, if continued, was going to cost 3.5 times the entire school's budget.In this in-depth conversation, originally released in March 2022, Karen Levy and host Rob Wiblin chat about the above, as well as:Why it pays to figure out how you'll interpret the results of an experiment ahead of timeThe trouble with misaligned incentives within the development industryProjects that don't deliver value for money and should be scaled downHow Karen accidentally became a leading figure in the push to deworm tens of millions of schoolchildrenLogistical challenges in reaching huge numbers of people with essential servicesLessons from Karen's many-decades careerAnd much moreChapters:Cold open (00:00:00)Rob's intro (00:01:33)The interview begins (00:02:21)Funding for effective altruist–mentality development projects (00:04:59)Pre-policy plans (00:08:36)‘Sustainability', and other myths in typical international development practice (00:21:37)‘Participatoriness' (00:36:20)‘Holistic approaches' (00:40:20)How the development industry sees evidence-based development (00:51:31)Initiatives in Africa that should be significantly curtailed (00:56:30)Misaligned incentives within the development industry (01:05:46)Deworming: the early days (01:21:09)The problem of deworming (01:34:27)Deworm the World (01:45:43)Where the majority of the work was happening (01:55:38)Logistical issues (02:20:41)The importance of a theory of change (02:31:46)Ways that things have changed since 2006 (02:36:07)Academic work vs policy work (02:38:33)Fit for Purpose (02:43:40)Living in Kenya (03:00:32)Underrated life advice (03:05:29)Rob's outro (03:09:18)Producer: Keiran HarrisAudio mastering: Ben Cordell and Ryan KesslerTranscriptions: Katy Moore

Returning to Midrats this week to discuss his latest non-fiction novel is Seth W.B. Folsom, Colonel, USMC (Ret.).From the Amazon page:Nothing Here Worth Dying For tells the story of his command of Task Force Lion—a “purpose-built” combat advisor team—and his frenetic 2017 deployment to Iraq's Al Anbar Province. Charged with the daunting task of advising, assisting, and enabling the Iraqi Security Forces in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, Folsom and his team of Marines and sailors struggled to support their Iraqi partners in the Jazeera Operations Command while simultaneously grappling with their own leadership for their relevance on the battlefield.…As with the author's previous books, Nothing Here Worth Dying For focuses on individual Marine actions at the tactical and operational levels while also addressing regional events that contributed to the overall narrative of the U.S. war in Iraq. Folsom describes his unpopular decision to prioritize his team members and their mission to support the Iraqi army above the desires of his own military service branch. As the final operation against ISIS in western Al Anbar gained steam, he questioned the wisdom of the military leadership to which he had dedicated his entire adult life.ShowlinksNothing Here Worth Dying ForThe Highway War: A Marine Company Commander in IraqIn the Gray Area: A Marine Advisor Team at WarWhere Youth and Laughter Go: With ‘the Cutting Edge in AfghanistanSummaryThis conversation delves into the complexities of military operations in Iraq, focusing on the formation and challenges faced by Task Force Lion during the fight against ISIS. Colonel Seth Folsom shares insights on the cultural dynamics, logistical feats, and the intricate relationships between various military and coalition forces. The discussion highlights the sacrifices made by service members and the ongoing questions about the purpose and impact of their missions.TakeawaysThe rise of ISIS in 2014 prompted a swift military response.Task Force Lion was formed from diverse units, creating unique challenges.Cultural differences between U.S. and Iraqi forces impacted operations.Logistical coordination was crucial for mission success.The PMF played a significant role in the fight against ISIS.Command structures were complex and often convoluted.The importance of building a cohesive team was emphasized.Leadership involved navigating various military and political dynamics.Sacrifices made by service members were a central theme.Reflections on the purpose of military engagement remain relevant.Chapters00:00: Introduction and Context of the Long War02:56: The Rise of ISIS and Initial Responses05:39: Building Task Force Lion08:12: Challenges of Individual Augments10:54: Mission Overview and Arrival in Iraq13:49: The Complex Landscape of Iraqi Forces16:12: The Role of PMF and Tribal Forces19:09: Navigating Command Structures and Relationships36:42: Challenges of Coalition Operations39:59: Authority and Responsibility in Combat40:54: Logistical Feats in a War Zone45:19: The Complexity of Joint Operations47:50: Cultural Differences in Military Operations55:17: Reflections on Purpose and SacrificeSeth W. B. Folsom is a retired Marine Corps colonel who served more than twenty-eight years in uniform. Throughout the Global War on Terror, he deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, where he commanded in combat at the company, battalion, and task force levels. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Naval Postgraduate School, and the Marine Corps War College, he is the author of “The Highway War: A Marine Company Commander in Iraq;” “In the Gray Area: A Marine Advisor Team at War;” “Where Youth and Laughter Go: With ‘the Cutting Edge in Afghanistan;” and “Nothing Here Worth Dying For: Task Force Lion in Iraq.” He, his family, and their needy, spoiled cat live in Southern California.

In this episode, Kimberly and Tommaso share their recent adventures across Italy, detailing a captivating journey from the bustling streets of Rome to the serene landscapes of Tuscany. Their four-day Roman escapade was filled with the vibrant life of local cafes, a private tour of the Colosseum, and a culinary exploration of diverse restaurants. They also discovered a newfound appreciation for the Negroni cocktail, trying different versions at Roman cocktail bars. The second stop on their road trip included a stay in a historic palazzo, where they relished in having it to themselves. As part of Kimberly's goal to provide clients with unique and reliable recommendations, they stay at these accommodations for confirmation. Their road trip will continue north with a longer stay in the Dolomites. Travel insights from the hosts emphasize the convenience of direct flights to major Italian cities like Rome, Milan, or Napoli. They praised the renovated Delta Lounge at Boston Logan Airport for its improvements. In Rome, they noted the ongoing restoration of many sculptures and buildings in preparation for the upcoming Jubilee, and observed the lively yet unfinished setup of Christmas markets in Piazza Navona, accompanied by festive music in shops. A noteworthy update includes the Pantheon's new entrance fee, which has improved visitor flow, while construction around the Trevi Fountain with it's new elevated walkway is yet to be finished. A Vespa ride through Roman traffic added an exciting twist to their experience. Logistical reflections included the strategic decision to rent a car on the outskirts of Rome to avoid city traffic and potential fines proved to be a good move. Looking forward, Kimberly and Tommaso promise more updates from their continued travels on the road in bel'italia. Follow us on Social Media Instagram

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Road Freight Association CEO Gavin Kelly who has raised concerns about the impact the Mozambique border crossing closure will have on the economy. He says they've been monitoring the developments in Mozambique since the unrest began and they are concerned about the safety of drivers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With former President Donald Trump's re-election win this November, his aggressive plans — positive to some, negative to others — on the border and immigration seemingly won him the nomination. He promised mass deportations on day one of his White House return, saying he would declare a national emergency to make it happen. Trump's proposal would impact a quarter-million people in Arizona, according to the Pew Research Center. But how possible are Trump's plans? Logistical and legal questions have already been raised about how he'll succeed in enacting mass deportations, from both adversaries and members of his own party. This week on The Gaggle, a politics podcast by The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, hosts Ron Hansen and Mary Jo Pitzl are joined by Jennie Murray, the CEO and president of the National Immigration Forum. It's an immigration advocacy non-profit based in Washington D.C.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GE Vernova is making bold moves in Australia with their Cypress 6MW workhorse turbine. With a renewed focus on power production and reliability, GE Vernova's Nicholas McVey - ANZ Service Director highlights all the changes with Joel and Allen. GE Vernova Australia is looking for qualified technicians and electricians to join their team. Contact Nicholas on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/nicholas-mcvey-2802bb5b or via email at Nicholas.McVey@ge.com. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Pardalote Consulting - https://www.pardaloteconsulting.comWeather Guard Lightning Tech - www.weatherguardwind.comIntelstor - https://www.intelstor.comJoin us at The Wind Energy O&M Australia Conference - https://www.windaustralia.com Welcome to Uptime Spotlight. Shining light on wind energy's brightest innovators. This is the progress powering tomorrow.  Allen Hall: Welcome to the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast Spotlight. I'm your host, Allen Hall, along with my co host, Joel Saxum. Today, we're joined by Nicholas McVey, Service Director at GE Vernova, where he leads operations and maintenance for wind farms across Australia and New Zealand. With over 15 years of experience in operations and commercial leadership roles, Nicholas brings valuable insights on maximizing wind farm performance and implementing strategic upgrades. Prior to his current role, he served as Contract Performance Manager at GE Vernova and has extensive experience in project management and commercial operations. Nicholas, welcome to the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast Spotlight. We have a global audience that is listening to this episode for sure. And I would like to know, and I think a lot of people would like to know, what are some of the challenges you have in Australia in regards to turbines and O& M? Because it does seem like a relatively harsh environment. Nicholas McVey: Look, of course Australia is a harsh environment. We're very different environments. We've got and we call it down here the tyranny of distance. So we've got a lot of different got wind farms in a place called Broken Hill, which is, almost in the middle of Australia. Extremely hot, extremely dry, lots of dust, sand. A lot of challenges specific to that environment. We've also got a wind farm in in the snowy mountains, we've got, one of the things about Australia is that you've got every environment you can think of in the one place. From an environment perspective, it's harsh.  Joel Saxum: I know when I first heard actually Rosemary on the podcast, talk about going to the snowy mountains. I was like, there's not snow in Australia. What are you talking about? Cause from a American, I didn't think that. And then she's yeah, of course we, she's we have jungles, we have deserts, we have extreme heat, we have snow, we have cold, we have all these things. And of course, like you said, the size. So all of that from an O and M's perspective, because Nicholas, that's what you do every day. You're concentrated on. The operations and maintenance of GE's turbines within Australia. That creates Logistical nightmares. It also creates a lot of different problems, right? So if we're talking about the turbines that are out in the dust there, it doesn't matter what OEM it is. You're going to have leading edge erosion issues, and you're going to have different things that pop up based on that environment.  Allen Hall: So Nicholas, how big is the organization you run in Australia? Because I think the sense of scale would be helpful here. I know you're scattered all around Australia and Australia is a gigantic ...

In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and Andrew Fisher discuss the critical aspects of setting up a walking blood bank in military settings. They explore the importance of pre-identifying donors, logistical planning for blood collection, and the necessity of effective communication and coordination among units. The conversation emphasizes the execution and timing of blood collection during emergencies, highlighting that understanding the principles of medical procedures is more important than specific techniques. The episode serves as a comprehensive guide for military personnel involved in medical emergencies and blood transfusion protocols. Takeaways Setting up a walking blood bank is crucial for military operations. Pre-identifying donors can significantly reduce stress during emergencies. Logistical planning is essential to ensure adequate blood supply. Effective communication among units enhances coordination in blood donation. Timing is critical; aim to have blood ready within 30 minutes of need. Training all personnel in blood collection techniques is vital. Understanding principles allows for better improvisation in emergencies. Blood type identification should be done well in advance. Practice and familiarity with procedures improve response times. A well-prepared team can save lives during critical situations. Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠deltadevteam.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more content go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prolongedfieldcare.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider supporting us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jimmy explores the logistical and subjective factors to consider before embarking on a psychedelic experience, emphasizing that psychedelics are not a quick fix but rather a tool that complements personal effort in healing and self-growth.Logistical readiness involves having a stable foundation in life, including housing, food, and emotional security. Jimmy stresses the importance of a solid support system, which may include friends, family, or professional guidance. Without these essentials, the benefits of a psychedelic experience could be challenging to sustain.On the subjective side, individuals should assess their motivations. True readiness may feel like a calling, a deep and persistent need to explore, rather than just a desire for novelty. Psychedelics should be viewed as catalysts for growth, not as replacements for one's personal healing work. Those who feel "stuck" and seek genuine change may benefit most, but only if they approach psychedelics with respect, intention, and awareness of the integration process.No mushroom source? No problem. Download our Free Psilocybin Sourcing Guide.More Psychedelic Passage:Official WebsiteBook a ConsultationBlog PageYoutubeInstagram: @psychedelicpassage  Reddit: u/psychedelicpassageHave a burning topic in mind? Share your thoughts: Feedback & Topic Suggestions BoxAbout Us:Psychedelic Passage is the first psychedelic concierge service in the U.S., connecting clients with a vetted network of local, independent facilitators. As an independent body, we ensure no conflict of interest, advocating solely for you. Our rigorous vetting guarantees facilitators who uphold integrity, inspiring trust, confidence, and lasting change. With hundreds of transformational journeys facilitated nationwide, book a Pathfinding Call to get personalized guidance and have all your questions answered.Like, share, and follow to stay connected with our growing community of psychedelic-curious folks!

Weeks after the recent Longshoreman strikes, we had a conversation with Ryan Mandell, director of claims performance for Mitchell International, Inc. He discusses how these events are impacting the collision repair industry and how to prepare for more logistical complications that may arise.

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.   Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.   Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.   Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.   Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

What do you do when the man who's been selling records about his life for decades is suddenly accused of *living* those lyrics? With over 120 alleged victims, some of them minors, the accusations against Diddy cover everything from sex trafficking to arson. The scale of it all is mind-blowing. Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent, joins Tony to dissect this monumental case, where defending it feels like trying to raise the Titanic. How does one even begin to address the magnitude of destruction and trauma? And more disturbingly, how long will this go on before we've seen the full scope of the damage? #TrueCrime #DiddyCase #SexTrafficking #RobinDreeke #CriminalBehavior #JusticeSystem #VictimsVoices Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What do you do when the man who's been selling records about his life for decades is suddenly accused of *living* those lyrics? With over 120 alleged victims, some of them minors, the accusations against Diddy cover everything from sex trafficking to arson. The scale of it all is mind-blowing. Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent, joins Tony to dissect this monumental case, where defending it feels like trying to raise the Titanic. How does one even begin to address the magnitude of destruction and trauma? And more disturbingly, how long will this go on before we've seen the full scope of the damage? #TrueCrime #DiddyCase #SexTrafficking #RobinDreeke #CriminalBehavior #JusticeSystem #VictimsVoices Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What do you do when the man who's been selling records about his life for decades is suddenly accused of *living* those lyrics? With over 120 alleged victims, some of them minors, the accusations against Diddy cover everything from sex trafficking to arson. The scale of it all is mind-blowing. Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent, joins Tony to dissect this monumental case, where defending it feels like trying to raise the Titanic. How does one even begin to address the magnitude of destruction and trauma? And more disturbingly, how long will this go on before we've seen the full scope of the damage? #TrueCrime #DiddyCase #SexTrafficking #RobinDreeke #CriminalBehavior #JusticeSystem #VictimsVoices Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What do you do when the man who's been selling records about his life for decades is suddenly accused of *living* those lyrics? With over 120 alleged victims, some of them minors, the accusations against Diddy cover everything from sex trafficking to arson. The scale of it all is mind-blowing. Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent, joins Tony to dissect this monumental case, where defending it feels like trying to raise the Titanic. How does one even begin to address the magnitude of destruction and trauma? And more disturbingly, how long will this go on before we've seen the full scope of the damage? #TrueCrime #DiddyCase #SexTrafficking #RobinDreeke #CriminalBehavior #JusticeSystem #VictimsVoices Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Boyd and Josh were joined by friend of the podcast Ricky Lawrence to reflect on a superb  victory against Leicester which saw the Gunners become title favourites with the bookmakers. As well as looking at their logistical challenges Boyd and Ricky both faced in the build up to the game, we reflect on an important day for Martinelli and a hugely encouraging one for our two full backs, in what felt even this early in the season a must win game. We also look back on how our youngsters got on in the Carabao Cup before attention turned to a big week ahead with visits from PSG and Southampton. Thanks as always for listening! arsenalpodcast.net  @arsenalpodcast  Produced by Josh Landy  A Playback Media Production  playbackmedia.co.uk  Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grain futures varied with soybeans stabilizing near $10. Corn faced harvest pressures and logistical issues, while wheat fluctuated amid geopolitical concerns and short covering ahead of the weekend.

Join us for an insightful episode of WarDocs as we welcome Army Veterinarian COL Dickie J. Vest, DVM. Listen in as COL Vest shares his incredible journey from a North Texas cattle ranch to the Veterinary Corps in the Army Reserves, highlighting veterinarians' vital roles in the military. From caring for military working dogs to ensuring food safety, COL Vest provides an in-depth look into the essential functions and intense experiences of military veterinarians, including an unforgettable story of treating a working dog injured in action.       Discover the critical missions of military veterinarians both at home and abroad. We explore how Army veterinarians manage clinics on military bases, provide medical care to service animals and pets, and focus on food safety inspections. Learn about the veterinarians' role in zoonotic disease prevention, advising commanders on public health risks, and supporting wartime efforts by maintaining the health and safety of military working dogs. This episode also highlights the contributions of enlisted personnel and current military-supported research and development programs.      In addition, we delve into the logistical advancements in military medical support, particularly the transition from combat support hospitals to modular field hospitals. COL Vest shares his personal experiences commanding units through this transition, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and effective logistics in conflict scenarios. Concluding with career advice for aspiring Army veterinarians, COL Vest reflects on his unique path and hopes to inspire others to pursue diverse and challenging roles within the military. Don't miss this captivating episode packed with firsthand experiences and valuable insights into military veterinary medicine.   Chapters: (00:05) COL Vest Experience as an Army Veterinarian (08:59) Military Veterinarians (27:46) Military Veterinarian Roles and Equipment (38:13) Field Hospitals and Military Leadership (48:12) Career Advice for Army Veterinarians   Chapter Summaries: (00:05) COL Vest Experience as an Army Veterinarian    Army Veterinarian COL Vest shares his journey and experiences in the military, including caring for working dogs and transitioning a combat support hospital.   (08:59) Military Veterinarians    Army veterinarians manage clinics, ensure food safety, prevent zoonotic diseases, and support military working dogs in both home and deployed settings.   (27:46) Military Veterinarian Roles and Equipment     Military working dogs, ceremonial horses, and marine mammals are cared for by veterinarians and enlisted personnel in military operations.   (38:13) Field Hospitals and Military Leadership     Advancements in military medical support include shelf-stable blood products and modular field hospitals, with emphasis on leadership training.   (48:12) Career Advice for Army Veterinarians     Veterinarians in the Army undergo extensive training and sacrifices, with opportunities for diverse roles and potential for impact.   Take Home Messages: Crucial Roles of Military Veterinarians: Military veterinarians are indispensable to the armed forces, providing care for military working dogs, managing veterinary clinics on bases, ensuring food safety, and advising on zoonotic disease prevention. Their work spans from routine care to emergency treatment in combat zones. Diverse Missions and Responsibilities: These veterinarians are tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including treating service animals and pets, conducting food safety inspections, and supporting public health initiatives. Their efforts are vital both in peaceful settings and during deployments. Logistical and Medical Innovations: The episode highlights significant advancements in military medical support, such as the transition from traditional combat support hospitals to modular field hospitals. These innovations enhance the flexibility and effectiveness of military medical operations. Challenging and Rewarding Career Path: The career of a military veterinarian is marked by continuous learning, professional military education, and unique opportunities. Aspiring veterinarians can find inspiration in the diverse and challenging roles available within the military. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Military veterinarians work closely with other medical professionals and enlisted personnel to achieve their mission. Their collaboration ensures comprehensive care for military working dogs and supports the overall health and readiness of the armed forces.   Episode Keywords: Military Veterinarians, Army, Colonel Dickie Vest, Military Working Dogs, Food Safety, Zoonotic Disease Prevention, Public Health, Veterinary Clinics, Deployments, Combat Zones, Enlisted Personnel, Research and Development, Combat Support Hospital, Field Hospital, Military Leadership, Blood Products, Medical Strategic Leadership Program, Career Advice, Veterinary Corps Officers   Hashtags: #MilitaryVeterinarians, #Army, #ColonelDickieVest, #MilitaryWorkingDogs, #FoodSafety, #ZoonoticDiseasePrevention, #PublicHealth, #VeterinaryClinics, #Deployments, #CombatZones, #EnlistedPersonnel, #ResearchandDevelopment, #CombatSupportHospital, #FieldHospital, #MilitaryLeadership, #BloodProducts, #MedicalStrategicLeadershipProgram, #CareerAdvice, #VeterinaryCorpsOfficers   Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to honor the legacy, preserve the oral history, and showcase career opportunities, unique expeditionary experiences, and achievements of Military Medicine. We foster patriotism and pride in Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoD, and Our Nation.   Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield,demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms.     Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast

In this episode, farmer-aggregator Adam Pollack shares their initial challenges with home delivery logistics.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://apple.co/2m75EVG Large Scale Farming: https://apple.co/2kxj39i Small Farm Tools at Modern Grower

The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the sixty-seventh episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience' and the third annual Large Scale Combat Operations Symposium. Hosted by CW2 Jerrad Rader, the Brigade Targeting Officer OCT for BDE Command & Control (BCT HQ) on behalf of the Commander of Operations Group. Today's guest is Brigade Targeting Officer for 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, CW3 James Crain.   The 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division is an active Infantry Brigade Combat Team of the United States Army based at Fort Drum in New York. The brigade headquarters carries the lineage of the 10th Mountain Division's original headquarters company, and served as such in World War II, and in peacetime at Fort Riley, Fort Benning, and West Germany in the 1940s and 1950s. 1st BCT has numerous deployments to contingencies around the world in the 1990s and later in support of the Global War on Terrorism. They have the Hollywood call-sign of “Warriors” and the motto of “Find a way or make one.”   In this episode, we talk targeting cycle challenges, insights, and best practices for integrating and synchronizing joint fires from the perspective of two seasoned warrant officers. Fires are normally used in concert with maneuver, which helps shape the battlespace, setting conditions for decisive action. At the brigade echelon, this methodology focuses on the employment of fires within the brigade's deep-fight with the maneuver battalions focused on the brigade's close-fight. Another effective employment method is their use to support the brigade's close-fight, which incorporates the use of the maneuver battalions' mortars into the fires plan. Effective brigade fires during large-scale combat operations require the integration and synchronization of fire support with maneuver plans, leveraging joint fires, and maintaining clear command and control structures. A robust targeting process and decentralized execution allow for rapid and accurate fire missions. Logistical support ensures sustained operations, while counter-fire capabilities protect against enemy artillery. Continuous training and rehearsals are essential to maintaining proficiency and ensuring that brigade fires provide decisive, responsive firepower that supports the brigade's overall objectives on the battlefield.   Part of S07 “Joint Fires Discussions” series.   For additional information and insights from this episode, please check-out our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast   Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center.   Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format.   Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future.   “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.

In this episode we look at the Kaiserschlact, or Kaiser's Battle which was launched by the Germans in March 1918, a final roll of the dice to win the war before American superiority in arms and men came to the fore.Logistical problems tempered initial successes, and by early summer, the advance had faltered.  On the 8th of August, the Allies counter-attacked with an offensive near Amiens that captured nearly 15,000 men and saw estimated German losses of 30,000.  Ludendorff described it as the "black day of the German army"Support the podcast:https://www.patreon.com/footstepsofthefallenhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/footstepsblog

Gayatri Mathur is the Founder and CEO of Soondra Foundation, helping Indians with access to healthcare and health literacy. We talk about making data useful to all nonprofits, not just the large organizations. We discuss: Who controls the data narrative. Logistical considerations for collecting data in the field. Establishing the framework for field data justice. Data is power. So how do we make data matter for grassroots entities? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

And it's vacation time. Thanks for watching ya'll! - d - Dr. Chanlate discusses BudDocs, medical marijuana, telemedicine options, and same-day appointments. - Mention from the "injured on the go, just call Mo's Studio." - Overview of "Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan." - Brendan O'Connor talks about his work at thebungalower.com and Orlando Magazine. - Impact of AI on journalism and traditional media. - Challenges of using AI in coding and website management. - Legal issues around copyright and photo use. - Dan's humorous urologist visit. - Brendan's medical emergency and ambulance use. - Discussion on anxiety, Kratom, dietary habits, and Salvia effects. - Brendan's inflatable pigeon art project for Creative City Project in Orlando. - Funding from the downtown development board for art initiatives. - Logistical challenges of rooftop pigeon installations. - Government critique in art funding vs. support for local businesses. - Rental assistance for downtown Orlando businesses. - Cultural significance of pigeons in urban settings. - Brendan's heat-related hallucination and alleyway conditions. - Hospital care for Brendan after collapsing from heat exhaustion. - Enhancing downtown pigeon installation with interactive QR codes. - Foam party concept for pigeon art to increase engagement. - Theft concerns and ironic pigeon-themed pub crawl idea. - Critique of aimless downtown art projects. - Details on Adopt-a-Swan program and otter relocation in Orlando. - Branding ideas for swans and dissatisfaction with Orlando's city flag. - Proposals for better artistic installations, like a downtown ball pit. - Introduction to "Skibbity Toilet," a Gen Alpha cultural hit. - Mortgage services and home buying program promotions. - Analysis of modern vs. nostalgic TV humor. - Deep dive into "Skibbity Toilet" and its class struggle narrative. - Michael Bay's interest in "Skibbity Toilet" for potential expansion. - Invisible Narratives and former Paramount CEO's involvement in Skibbity Toilet. - Discussion on "Machinima" and storytelling through video game art. - Children's engagement with Skibbity Toilet and its brand influence. - Michael Bay's speculation on Skibbity Toilet's potential. - Ethical considerations of monetizing children-targeted content like Skibbity Toilet. - Viral content creation techniques and narrative coherence in YouTube videos. - Reflections on viral success, upcoming films like Deadpool/Wolverine, and practical effects in horror. - Theories on Olympic cheating involving drones in Canada vs. New Zealand soccer. - Historical and modern smoking policies on flights and the notion of "Smokers Express." - Benefits of trade education vs. traditional college, with a focus on apprenticeship programs. Impact of conglomerates on small businesses and local spending benefits. ### **Connect & Follow:** - [Website](https://tomanddan.com/) - [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) - [Facebook](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) - [Instagram](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive) **Listen & Laugh:** - [Apple Podcasts: A Mediocre Time](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682) - [Google Podcasts: A Mediocre Time](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw) - [TuneIn: A Mediocre Time](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-p364156/) **Corporate Comedy:** - [Apple Podcasts: A Corporate Time](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) - [Google Podcasts: A Corporate Time](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) - [TuneIn: A Corporate Time](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/) **Exclusive Content:** - [Join BDM](https://tomanddan.com/registration) **Merchandise:** - [Shop Tom & Dan](https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/)

Dahlia Lithwick joins Renato to discuss what's next for Jack Smith now that the Florida indictment has been thrown out?President Biden has reportedly said that Court reform is going to be a priority in his re-election campaign. What would that look like?Plus, there were some difficulties getting this episode together!Keep up with our Guest:Dahlia Lithwickhttps://twitter.com/dahlialithwickDahlia LithwickAmicus with Dahlia Lithwick Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Its.Complicated/ Follow Asha on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AshaRangappa_Asha's Substack: https://asharangappa.substack.com/Follow Renato on Twitter: https://twitter.com/renato_mariottiFollow Asha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asha.rangappa/Follow Renato on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renato.mariotti/Follow Renato on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@renato.mariotti Opening Theme and Bumper music provided by eitanepsteinmusic / Pond5

Josh Hammer rebukes the House GOP's latest pathetic "failure theater" and finds himself in the unusual position of praising Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) before today's "deep dive" revisits the very real (and very under-discussed) legal and logistical obstacles to Democrats swapping out Joe Biden as their presidential nominee at this late stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A little late on posting this topical podcast. Here are our thoughts on the quarter-finals penalties that happened this season. Jon experienced firsthand as a coach how these penalties were rolled out this year. Check out this episode where we discuss the events of this season, live versus in person competition as well as how these situations could be resolved in future years and competitions. If you're not already subscribed to our newsletter, head over to www.legionsc.com to get a weekly selection of training tips and our favorite articles. We run online workshops for coaches as well. Find out when our next workshop is here: https://legionsc.com/program-design-workshops These podcasts are posted in video format on YouTube as well. Show Notes: [1:00] The penalties in this years quarter finals [5:00] Jon's experience with the penalties and his athletes [7:30] Judging online versus in person [10:30] Nitpicking movements in slow motion [15:00] Video review in other sports [17:25] Real time movement versus snapshot movement [18:30] Grouping recreational athletes with the world elite [19:30] Balancing bad calls and nitpick enforcement of the rules [22:00] Logistical burden of running the CF Games season [25:00] Not reviewing everyone

Kyle Brosnan, Chief Counsel for the Heritage Oversight Project explains the legal and logistical challenges of replacing President Biden on the ballot if he were to drop out of the presidential race. Get the facts first on Morning WIre.Birch Gold: Text "WIRE" to 989898 for your no-cost, no-obligation information kit.

Want a fatherhood masterclass in an easy to digest and format, with all of the questions and tools already laid out for you? Today Jeremy and his guest Chris Knopping, founder of Rad Dad, outline the power of discipling fathers, why it's so important, how to lead a small group of dads into deeper fatherhood skills and rhythms for a more connected and God-centered family life, and the 7 pillars of this process so you can put it into action and start bearing fruit as the leader of a kingdom-building family today. On this episode, we talk about: 1:08 The impact of discipleship on Chris and his family, and why he started Rad Dad 7:47 Why start with dads? 13:05 What a dad's discipling group can look like 17:30 How to put discipleship into action 21:12 How dads can step up and start leading a community group 27:27 Logistical tips for running a successful dad's group 30:55 The 7 Pillars of Rad Dad for successfully leading your family 37:20 Look for the fruitfulness, and pour into those areas Resources mentioned: Family Revision by Jeremy Pryor Rad Dad Website ===

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Xavier Bernasconi, VFX Supervisor at DNEG, to dive deep into the world of virtual production. They discuss Xavier's fascinating career journey, his recent work on the highly anticipated Masters of the Air, and the decision to utilize virtual production for the project. Xavier shares insights into the current state of virtual production technology, its challenges and limitations, and the exciting future potential as the tech continues to evolve. The conversation also covers the impacts of virtual production on actor performances and the shifts in collaboration it brings to VFX workflows. This is a must-listen for anyone curious about the cutting-edge of filmmaking innovation.   Table of Contents Introduction (00:00:00) Introducing Xavier Bernasconi (00:00:03) Xavier's Background and Journey (00:00:46) From Proskier to Visual Effects (00:00:46) Developing Compositing Software (00:02:05) Becoming a VFX Supervisor (00:03:40) Masters of the Air Project (00:04:17) Overview and Initial Thoughts (00:04:25) Complexity and Challenges (00:05:27) Virtual Production Decision (00:05:46) Logistical and Creative Reasons (00:06:11) Comparison to Traditional Green Screen (00:06:57) Challenges and Limitations of Virtual Production (00:09:18) Technological Advancements and Limitations (00:09:55) Limitations with Unreal Engine (00:12:03) Preparation and Pressure on Set (00:13:35) Workflow and Collaboration (00:14:09) Pressure on VFX Team (00:16:48) Current State and Future of Virtual Production (00:22:02) Infancy and Potential for Growth (00:22:09) Advantages and Limitations (00:22:36) Virtual Production and Final Pixel (00:26:59) Misconceptions and Post-Production Work (00:27:33) Developing an End-to-End Pipeline (00:28:29) Virtual Production in Episodic vs. Feature Films (00:31:48) Prevalence in Episodic Content (00:31:53) Blurring Lines Between Episodic and Feature Budgets (00:33:30) Proprietary vs. Out-of-the-Box Tools (00:34:53) Use of Unreal Engine and Cost of Setup (00:35:43) Virtual Production for Previs and Pitching (00:36:27) Quick and Cheap Iteration (00:37:10) Benefits for Certain Types of Directors (00:38:14) Collaboration in Virtual Production vs. Traditional Post (00:38:36) Real-Time Collaboration and Creativity (00:39:15) Challenges of Remote Work (00:39:21) Actor Reactions to Virtual Production (00:42:48) Immersion and Performance Benefits (00:43:31) Conclusion (00:44:41) Appreciation and Wrap-Up (00:44:41)   Memorable Quotes "I love telling stories. I felt that I was drawn more to the end of the pipeline, more to the beginning of the pipeline, so I was more drawn into lighting and compositing." Virtual production was the most logical choice for Masters of the Air due to logistical, budgetary and creative reasons. Virtual production is still in its infancy with lots of room for technological development. Extraction of foreground elements from LED screens is an important area of research. Virtual production fosters real-time collaboration and creativity compared to traditional segmented workflows. However, on-set experience and mentorship is still crucial. Actors appreciate virtual production as it helps their performances by providing interactive environments rather than pure green screen.   Xavier Bernasconi Bio Xavier Bernasconi is a VFX Supervisor at DNEG. Originally from Italy, he now lives in Canada. His recent projects include Masters of the Air, Mad Max Furiosa and Godzilla x Kong.  

In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Ben Joffe, anthropologist and scholar practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism. Dr Joffe begins an interview series on demonology with a discussion about the spirit ontology of Tibet and the Himalayas. Dr Joffe explores the pre-Buddhist frameworks of relating to spirits and considers the degrees to which the arrival of Buddhism in Tibet erased, modified, or even incorporated those frameworks. Dr Joffe explains the unique methods of spirit domination, missionary geomancy, and other shamanism found in Buddhist Tantra and how these means were used to establish Buddhism in Tibet. Dr Joffe also discusses the inevitability of spirit contact for Tantric practitioners, what to do about predatory demons, the misunderstandings of Buddhist converts about the paranormal, and recalls his own stressful experiences with the spirit world. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep258-demonology-of-tibet-dr-ben-joffe Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics Include: 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - 3 part demonology 03:31 - Interaction with imported Indian cosmology 04:32 - A scholarly caveat 05:47 - Pre-Buddhist Tibetan entity and spirit frameworks 10:16 - Land spirits 12:23 - Drawbacks of secularisation and psychologising of Buddhism 14:34 - Right relationship with entities 18:16 - Origins of dedicating the merit 18:16 - The arrival of tantra in Tibet and Padmasambhava's spirit domination 22:30 - The essence of Buddhism 24:12 - Did Buddhism weaken Tibet? 26:11 - Tantric missionary technology of spirit domination 32:32 - Degrees of Buddhist integration with Tibetan practices and rituals 40:00 - Dr Robert Mayer's work to reevaluate the terma tradition 43:30 - Beyul and opening sacred sites 47:10 - Offering practices and Chod 50:47 - Spirit mediumship and offending spirits 54:13 - Geomancy 56:41 - Staking the demoness of the land 01:01:03 - Dark tantra and the ethics of subjugation 01:05:59 - What is a demon? 01:06:57 - Facist tantra and Western occultists 01:09:12 - The role of compassion 01:10:07 - Tantra as institutional shamanism? 01:13:11 - Interviewing protector deities 01:15:15 - Perceiving spirits 01:18:07 - Misunderstandings of Western Buddhist converts 0:24:54 - Buddhism and the cultural substrate 01:25:47 - IFS and shamanism 01:27:55 - Completion stage practice and the logic of yoga 01:30:49 - Are spirits just your own mind? 01:35:09 - Dudjom Lingpa's demon encounter in a dream 01:39:09 - Brahma, Buddha, and various levels of beings 01:40:44 - Are yidams just archetypes? 01:42:19 - Paradoxes of protection from spirits 01:45:35 - Predatory demons 01:48:29 - Many faces of Buddhism 01:50:05 - Outer, inner, secret 01:52:08 - Dream yoga and visionary sex 01:57:35 - Inevitability of spirit contact 01:58:09 - Ben's stressful experiences with the spirit world 02:06:10 - Alien abduction experiences 02:11:42 - Night terrors 02:13:30 - Cognitive dissonance of tantric practitioners 02:15:30 - Priestly class mindset 02:18:09 - Real tantric training 02:22:05 - Logistical challenges of creating tantric adepts 02:23:57 - Ben's magickal training Previous episodes with Dr Ben Joffe: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=joffe To find out more about Dr Ben Joffe, visit: - https://perfumedskull.com/ - http://www.skypressbooks.com/ … For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - https://www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

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In this episode, we are joined by Jeff Diamanti to discuss what it looks like to watch the climate change. Our conversation shifts from analytical, aesthetic, and political perspectives, as we turn our attention from critical raw materials to the future cartographies already being carved out. We explore Jeff's notion of the terminal as the kind of space where capitalism abstracts matter and value becomes concrete. As it turns out, there's more to see in the logistics than philosophers might think, from indigenous resistance and sabotage to a possible world of sustainable provision. leftofphilosophy.com | @leftofphil References:Jeff Diamanti, “Critical Raw Materials,” in Worlding Ecologies (2024), 135-43. Jeff Diamanti, Climate and Capital in the Age of Petroleum (Bloomsbury, 2021).Charmaine Chua, Martin Danyluk, Deborah Cohen, and Laleh Khalili, “Turbulent Circulation: Building a Critical Circulation with Logistics,” Society and Space 36(4)(2018): 617-629.Music: “Vintage Memories” by Schematist | schematist.bandcamp.com“My Space” by Overu | https://get.slip.stream/KqmvAN

Welcome to Part 2 of a highly requested topic - creating physical products! In this episode, Laura shares her experience with the manufacturing and fulfillment process of creating physical products, specifically day-planners. She discusses the decision to manufacture overseas, the challenges of finding a factory in the US, and the process of working with a factory in China. She also talks about packaging and the overall customer experience, as well as the pros and cons of fulfilling orders yourself versus using a fulfillment center. If you're thinking about adding physical products to your business, this episode is full of advice that'll hopefully make the process a little smoother!Key Topics:(01:30) Deciding between domestic and overseas production(08:00) Elevating the unboxing experience(11:35) The expense of a product sample(14:00) The anxiety of international wire transfers(17:10) International shipping and customs challenges(20:45) Choosing between self-fulfillment and fulfillment centers(24:25) Logistical challenges of home delivery for large shipments(27:20) Listening to what your audience wantsConnect with Laura:Getprofitablehq.comGetprofitablehq.com/the-profit-posse

We're in the home stretch, fam!! (Baseball!!) Chapter 16 is a doozy: Charlie gets eviscerated for NO GOOD REASON, Bella earns that Oscar (and Charlie's tears), and she and Edward kiss right in front of EVERYBODY. It's getting juicy! Write to us at twilightphasepodcast@gmail.com. Join the coven! Follow us to catch our updates or subscribe for bonus eps and stickers over at Patreon.com/TwilightPhasePodcast. Please rate, review, and subscribe, and follow us @Twilight_Phase on Twitter and Instagram, Twilightphasepodcast.tumblr.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twilight-phase-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twilight-phase-podcast/support

Sometimes women get stuck in a marriage that is no longer working, but they're unable to break free due to logistical constraints. Add a skyrocketing libido and an irresistible crush into the mix, and today's caller has got herself one h*ll of a scenario. Fear not, because in this episode, we dive into the art of juggling desire and commitment when divorce isn't an immediate option.Join Erin as she offers candid insights and guidance, illuminating the path towards personal liberation and fulfillment within the confines of marriage, including:The importance of having open and honest communication with your partner Advocating for your emotional and sexual needs within the relationshipConsidering alternative arrangements, such as separation or evolving the relationship into a different form, even if you're still married on paperAllowing yourself to explore newfound desires and attractionsWant advice about some aspect of your life over 40? DM us on IG @hotterthaneverpod or text/leave a voicemail on the Hotter Than Ever Hottie Hotline at (323) 844-2303 and your question could end up on the show!Want more Hotter Than Ever? Find us online at www.hotterthaneverpod.com and sign up for our mailing list! Follow us on:Instagram: @hotterthaneverpod TikTok: @hotterthaneverpod Youtube: @hotterthaneverpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090728330453 Follow Hotter Than Ever wherever you listen to podcasts - we're on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and more! That way you'll never miss an episode. We'd love to hear what you think about the show - it helps us know what stories are resonating with you. DM us on Instagram and write us a review!

On Monday, the contiguous U.S. will see a total solar eclipse for the last time until 2044. Online, the excitement is also giving way to fears — will communities in the eclipse's path have enough food and gas to support all the travelers? Will it interrupt our power grid? This hour, we're talking about the dark side of the eclipse — from doomsday predictions to ancient omens. GUESTS:  Vahé Peroomian: Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Southern California's Dornsife College of Arts, Letters, and Sciences Rebecca Boyle : Science journalist and author of the book, “Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are” Leah Hudson Leva: Writer who researched conspiracy theories about this year's total eclipse Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Colin McEnroe and Cat Pastor contributed to this show.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ready to see what happens when you combine fun, creativity, and friends? That's what I'm getting into on this episode of the Honest Art Podcast.  On April 11th, I'll be hosting the Power of Three, a group art exhibition with Ana Stapleton and Stephanie Moore — and it's going to be a rip roarin' good time.  But this episode isn't just to tell you more about our art exhibition. It's also to show you how YOU can host your own! Listen in as we talk more about:  Logistical tips for pulling off your first art exhibition Different ways to use your email list to your advantage for events like this How to have some FREAKIN' FUN in the midst of it all Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about our Power of Three Exhibition: https://jodieking.com/the-power-of-3  See Ana's work: https://www.anastapleton.com/  Stay in touch with Ana: https://www.instagram.com/anastapletonart/  Episode 29: Ana Stapleton: A Creative Force: https://jodieking.com/episode-39-ana-stapleton-a-creative-force/  See Stephanie's work: https://www.stephaniemoorestudio.com/  See Stephanie's TikTok Shenanigans: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemoorestudio  Stay in touch with Stephanie: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemoorestudio/  Watch the in-person interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/btgLXmkml7c  Peer Space: https://www.peerspace.com/  South Congress Hotel: https://southcongresshotel.com/  Help us support the Spence Family Synovial Sarcoma Fund if you can't make it to the show: https://chop.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.personalCampaign&participantID=126947  Help us support the Thrive Society Foundation if you can't make it to the show: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesocietyfoundation/ Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

The trial of Richard continues to creep closer to coming to fruition and on the journey towards justice, there is going to plenty of logistical work for the courts and the legal teams on both sides to do, before May gets here.  In our first article, we get a look at what's going on and where things currently stand.Amanda Nenigar went missing last month near the California/Arizona state line.   Although she wasn't able to describe her location, she was able to get them her coordinates.   The only problem?   The authorities sent the rescue team to the wrong place losing critical time searching in the wrong location.   Sadly, it was announced that Amanda's body was found roughly two miles from her car and the circumstances surrounding her death remain under investigation.(commercial at 7:13)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:More logistics released about Delphi murders trial | wthr.comsource:Body of Amanda Nenigar found in La Paz County, Arizona (azfamily.com)

John Luke Roberston is the founder and roaster at Kings Lane Coffee in Ruston, LA. You may be familiar with the TV show Duck Dynasty that follows the lives of John Luke's family and their duck call business, Duck Commander. As John Luke grew and pursued his education, he developed a love for coffee and charted his own course by diving straight into owning and running a multi-cafe and coffee roasting business, Railway Coffee. I was honored to get to consult and coach him through the beginnings of this venture and over many years Railway continued to offer great coffee and service through its shops and roasting business, even expanding to a mobile trailer.  Eventually as life changed, John Luke sold the business but kept roasting and is now pursuing roasting and collaborative prjects through Mapmaker Coffee. Most recently collaborating with the family business and releasing a coffee that quickly sold out. This is a great conversation detailing an intense and immersive experience entering into the coffee industry and finding a place in roasting, and learning incredibly valuable lessons about coffee, management, business, and connecting with people along the way.  We cover: Consistency as key in the specialty coffee industry, and importance of training staff Seeking help and delegating responsibilities  Focusing on your strengths and prioritizing your time. Expanding to a mobile operation  Logistical and management challenges Public attention and social media following do not always translate into increased sales Why building a loyal customer base is most important Roasting coffee offers the opportunity to create unique blends and collaborate with others to meet different customer preferences. Links:  www.johnlukerobertson.com @johnluke_robertson    Related episodes:  412 : Founder Friday! w/ Lem Butler and Kyle Ramage of Black and White Coffee Roasters 295 : Founder Friday! w/ Justin Shepherd of Spencers Coffee, Bowling Green, KY 217 : Should you roast your own Coffee w/ Joe Marrocco of List & Beisler 196 : Understanding Customer Preferences w/ Peter Giuliano Transcript ROR #23 : How to Close the Industry-Consumer Flavor Gap w/ Phil Beattie, Dillanos Coffee Roasters   Want to run an amazing coffee shop? Hire Keys to the Shop Consulting to work with you 1:1 to transform your coffee shop operations, quality, and people.   Custom consulting for your unique business. Schedule a free discovery call now! https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min   Thank you to our amazing sponsors! Get the best brewer and tool for batch espresso, iced lattes, and 8 minute cold brew! www.groundcontrol.coffee   The world loves plant based beverages and baristas love the Barista Series! www.pacificfoodservice.com

This is Garrison Hardie with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Wednesday , December 20th, 2023. Rowdy Christian Merch Plug: If you’re a fan of CrossPolitic, or the Fight Laugh Feast Network, then surely, you know we have a merch store right? Rowdy Christian Merch is your one-stop-shop for everything CrossPolitc merchandise. We’ve got T-Shirts, hoodies, hats, but we’ve also got specialty items like backpacks, mugs, coffee, even airpod cases! Visit Rowdy Christian Merch at rowdychristian.com, and buy that next gift, or a little something for yourself. Again, that’s rowdychristian.com. https://thepostmillennial.com/kamala-harris-to-take-pro-abortion-reproductive-freedoms-tour-across-us?utm_campaign=64487 Kamala Harris launches 'Reproductive Freedoms' pro-abortion tour across US Vice President Kamala Harris announced Tuesday that she plans to travel around the United States in what she calls a "Reproductive Freedoms" tour. Harris announced that these trips will be taken "to organize, build community, and fight back" against what she calls a "full-on attack on a woman's fundamental freedom to make decisions about her own body" across the nation. The pro-abortion tour will kick off in Wisconsin on Jan. 22, which marks the 51st anniversary of the now-overturned Roe v. Wade. The White House promises that "Vice President Harris will also hold extremists accountable for proposing a national abortion ban," although it does not specify what those consequences may be. https://thenationalpulse.com/2023/12/18/britain-bans-prayer-near-abortion-clinics/ Britain BANS PRAYER Near Abortion Clinics. England’s High Court has upheld a local government order establishing a so-called “buffer zone” against prayers being said near an abortion clinic. Livia Tossici-Bolt, who heads the pro-life group 40 Days for Life Bournemouth, and Christian Concern had attempted to overturn the ban, arguing it “criminalized prayer and reading from the Bible”. Judges determined on Friday that the banning order “lawfully followed the democratic and consultative procedures”. They said any infringements of freedom of religion, speech, and the right to protest were “justified by the legitimate aim of protecting the rights of women attending the clinic.” Christian Concern intends to appeal the decision. “Peaceful witness near abortion centers are helpful to many women in crisis pregnancies, offering genuine choice by providing support,” argued Christian Legal Centre chief executive Andrea Williams. British police are exceptionally rigid in enforcing “buffer zones” protecting abortionists. Lone Christians have in some cases been arrested or fined for praying silently inside their heads near clinics. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/immigration/border-officials-encounter-14-509-illegal-immigrants-new-record Biden border crisis shatters record with 14,509 illegal immigrants encountered in one day U.S. border officials encountered the highest number of illegal immigrants at the U.S.-Mexico border on Monday than any day, upending all other records that the Biden administration has set over the past three years. The Washington Examiner obtained internal U.S. Customs and Border Protection data Tuesday that revealed 14,509 immigrants were encountered by federal law enforcement at the southern border on Monday. The large majority of encounters were of immigrants who walked around the port of entry and crossed into the country illegally, while a small percentage tried to enter at the port of entry but were denied admission. The most recent record of 12,000 was set last week, according to Fox News. If yesterday's rate of 14,509 arrests per day continued for a month, it would translate to more than 435,000 immigrant arrests. Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX), whose district runs along 800 miles of the 2,000-mile border, described the situation in his region as "all very sad." Gonzales told the Washington Examiner in a text message Tuesday morning that he believes the situation in Eagle Pass, Texas, a border town where 2,500 immigrants were arrested on Sunday, will continue to decline but that the extent would depend on how the Biden administration responds. "Depends on how much pressure gets put on U.S. and Mexican officials," Gonzales wrote. House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Mark Green (R-TN) reacted to the new one-day record on X, formerly Twitter. "Another Record: Over 14,500 illegal immigrants have been encountered while entering our country," Green wrote. "This has been the single worst 24 hours for our Southwest border in our nation’s history." Border officials in the Eagle Pass-Del Rio region encountered 3,100 illegal immigrants Monday, while officials in the Tucson region of Arizona encountered 3,089 people. Government numbers obtained Tuesday show 26,758 immigrants were in custody as of Tuesday morning, including 5,197 in Del Rio, Texas; 5,004 in Tucson, Arizona; 4,968 in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas; and 4,722 in El Paso, Texas. Existing Border Patrol stations in the Eagle Pass area are too small to accommodate more than several hundred people, so immigrants are being processed at a large tent facility outside town known as "Firefly" for the road that it is located on. The tent facility was set up last year with the intent of holding up to 1,000 immigrants, but as of Tuesday, more than 3,000 immigrants were at the site — putting the facility three times over the legal limit. Border Patrol is also busing immigrants to other regions for processing. One official at the tent facility told the Washington Examiner that it sends out 30 to 50 large buses of immigrants to other regions each day. Border Patrol highway checkpoints, including the only one north of Eagle Pass, were shuttered this week as agents were pulled to transport and process migrants. President Joe Biden has yet to react to the situation. The Department of Homeland Security did not respond to a request for comment. https://www.dailyfetched.com/germany-begins-deploying-troops-for-first-time-since-world-war-ii/ Germany Begins Deploying Troops for First Time since World War II The announcement was made on Monday in Lithuania, where Defense Minister Arvydas Anusauskas met Boris Pistoriusto to outline a “Roadmap Action Plan” involving 4,800 permanently stationed German soldiers. The new move was described as “historical” for both nations and NATO. German troops will be stationed in the Lithuanian cities of Kaunas and Vilnius in early 2024, with the majority of troops being deployed in 2025 and 2026 and full-operation capability expected by 2027. Meanwhile, Lithuania committed to providing all necessary civilian and military infrastructure. “The German commitment of permanently stationing a brigade in Lithuania is a historical step for both Germany and Lithuania,” Anusauskas said Monday, according to a press release. “We are turning over to a page of even deeper strategic partnership. Pistorius noted the step as being positive for defense relations, considering the war between Ukraine and Russia, We will ensure reliable deterrence, and we will be ready to [defend] NATO. We are sending a clear signal with this step to those who present a threat to peace and security in Europe.” Newsweek reported that experts within the two defense ministries formulated the plan: “Most of the German troops will be stationed in the territory of Rūdninkai military training ground, while the rest will be deployed in the town of Rukla, where some 1,000 allied troops already reside.” Logistical hubs will cater to the new brigade, including three maneuver battalions and combat support and supply units formed by new and existing units.“ “The 203rd Panzer Battalion, based in North Rhine-Westphalia, and the 122nd Armored Infantry Battalion, based in Bavaria, will be moved to Lithuania. Lithuania’s enhanced Forward Presence Battalion Battle Group will be transformed into a multinational battalion to become “an integral part of the brigade,” the release said. The head of the parliamentary National Security and Defense Committee, Laurynas Kasciunas, said the country would allocate 0.3 percent of its gross domestic product to help fund the deployment and to build housing. Earlier this year, Germany faced pressure from the US to provide Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine. https://pjmedia.com/vodkapundit/2023/12/18/americans-yawn-at-cdc-warnings-about-tripledemic-n4924835 Americans Yawn at CDC Warnings About 'Tripledemic' While America's public health officials issue one warning after another about this winter's "tripledemic" of COVID, flu, and RSV, the American public is responding with a collective yawn — if vaccination rates are anything to go by. The CDC's most recent weekly vaccination update says that "receipt of the COVID-19 vaccine is low across all socio-demographic subgroups and has consistently varied by age, race and ethnicity, poverty status, health insurance status, and urbanicity." As of December 2, fewer than 18% of adults reported getting the updated COVID-19 vaccine since Sept. 14, and about another 15% of adults said they would "definitely" get vaccinated. RSV — respiratory syncytial virus infection — is another one of those bugs that poses its most serious risk to the 60-and-over crowd. Although a serious RSV infection might require hospitalization, the uptake rate among the eligible 60-plus cohort is just 16%. Vaccinations for the ordinary flu are down a bit, too. "Adult vaccination rates for influenza reached their peak for the 2020-2021 cycle," the Washington Examiner reported on Monday, "with 50.2% of those over 18 getting vaccinated. For the 2022-2023 season, however, only 46.9% of the same population obtained their shot." Rates are expected to be about the same or lower for the current 2023-2024 flu season. The drop isn't huge but the trendline is clear: Americans don't seem to be all that worried about the flu — and aren't concerned at all about COVID or RSV. That's not for any lack of effort on the part of our public health system. The CDC began its big vaccination push more than two months ago, with this tragically hip tweet from CDC director Mandy Cohen. Chicago health officials took a more traditional (and much less wince-inducing) approach on Monday, with Dr. Colleen Nash, associate professor of pediatrics in the division of infectious diseases at Rush University Medical Center, warning, "We’ve now been lucky enough to kind of live with COVID but still enjoy normal life and activities and things. And that is directly attributable, at least in part, to vaccinations. So I would really encourage people to do that if they haven’t already." While reports show that Illinois' hospitalization rate for COVID is "ticking up," the actual numbers aren't anything like 2020, with an additional 1,251 COVID hospital admissions this week statewide. And yet according to the Chicago Tribune, only about 11% of city residents are fully up to date on their COVID vaccinations. The CDC tried on Twitter/X again on Saturday, reminding readers, "‘Tis the season for joy and family. Now is the time to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu before you see your loved ones again." "Visit vaccines.gov to find vaccines near you." The ratio, as the kids like to say, is epic. While the replies were all over the place in tone, this one reasonable-sounding tweet captured the general sentiment. When vaccination rates are down even for the innocuous (and generally trusted) flu shot, it's clear that the CDC no longer enjoys the clout it used to with the American public.