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A Marine officer, professional MMA fighter, and jiu-jitsu practitioner came home from his third combat deployment in Mosul and sat down at a table with a loaded Glock. His mother called his phone at the exact second he began to pull the trigger.   Joe De Sena sits down with Lee Stuckey, founder of America's Heroes Enjoying Recreation Outdoors (AHERO), a nonprofit that has served over 13,000 veterans and stopped more than 600 suicides in 16 years. Lee breaks down how he rebuilt after nearly taking his own life, why he swapped every toxic relationship in his circle for someone healthy, and how a four-pillar framework became the structure that holds his life together. Things You Will Learn: Why controlling your environment and your circle changes your trajectory faster than willpower alone. The four-pillar framework Lee Stuckey uses to audit his physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual health every week. What a one-for-one relationship swap looks like and why it forces accountability into your daily life. Tools & Frameworks Covered: One-for-One Swap: Remove one parasitic or toxic relationship and deliberately replace it with someone who helps you grow across four pillars. Four-Pillar Weekly Audit: Physical, financial, emotional, spiritual. Sit down weekly with your family or team and assess each one. Get 1% better daily with a deliberate plan. CEO Family Meeting: Block your calendar for family first. Let your spouse fill priority dates before anyone else gets access. Structure your household like a mission.   If this episode moved you, do not just listen. Do something about it. Sign up. Show up. Do the work. Spartan.com. No more excuses.   Chapters: 00:00 Intro: Marine, MMA fighter, and the man behind A Hero 01:35 Military school, Staff Sergeant Sutton, and enlisting as a machine gunner 04:24 How Lee reconciled faith with combat 06:12 Why suicide permanently destroys the family left behind 09:23 Controlling your environment: the VA nurse and the one-for-one swap 12:15 Jiu-jitsu mat or the bar 13:57 Third deployment, a loaded Glock, and the phone call that stopped the trigger 18:31 AHERO Records: veterans turning trauma into three-minute songs 20:21 The four-pillar framework and CEO family meetings 22:45 How to find A Hero and get involved Lee Stuckey went from a mischievous kid facing juvenile detention to a Marine infantry machine gunner, commissioned officer, professional MMA fighter, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Carlos Machado. After three combat deployments, he came home carrying injuries, insomnia, and alcohol dependence that nearly ended his life.   In August 2009, a phone call from his mother stopped him at the moment he began pulling the trigger. That night became the foundation of AHERO America's Heroes Enjoying Recreation Outdoors a nonprofit that has served over 13,000 veterans, stopped more than 600 suicides, placed 62 people into treatment, and launched AHERO Records, a label where veterans turn trauma into songs with Grammy-winning songwriters.   Connect to Karl: Website: https://leestuckeylegacy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leestuckeylegacy/

In this conversation, Jason and his son, Ethan, sit down with Jim Lovejoy for an honest, deeply personal discussion about leaving behind performance-based Christianity and discovering the freedom of beloved identity. Jimmy shares his remarkable journey from Marine, coach, and revival-driven evangelist to a father, mentor, and voice calling people into rest, family, and the love of God. The guys explore the difference between striving and learning, revival and reformation, church as an event versus church as family, and why the future of the Kingdom may look more like fire pits, shared meals, and authentic relationships than polished stages. If you've ever wondered whether God's love is bigger than your performance, this conversation offers hope, healing, and a fresh vision of what it means to follow Jesus.For more info on Jim: https://www.thenorthgateoh.com/JOIN A Family Story's Mailing Listhttps://dashing-field-76805.myflodesk.com/pie4be6wtoJOIN the Rethinking God with Tacos Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/godandtacosFollow Rethinking God with Tacos on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/rethinkinggodwithtacos/Follow Jason's personal Facebook page at:https://www.facebook.com/afamilystory.org/Follow Jason on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/jasonclarkis/Follow Jason on X at: https://x.com/jasonclarkis SEND A DONATION!!https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/36393kxxeh8

On this week's episode Will & Ian's wife is Taken! And they must go get her! Taken, stolen, kidnapped.They're Coming!-THE MARINE (2006) unrated 91 minutesDirected by: John Bonito. Starring: John Cena, Robert Patrick, Manu Bennett, Kelly Carlson, Anthony Ray Parker, Abigail Bianca, Jerome Ehlers, Drew Powell, Damon Gibson and Many Other Talented People!03:00- First Thoughts07:30- The Marine (2006)12:00- Tasty Morsels14:00- Rating/Review54:45- Totals56:15- Next Week/ByePatreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/THELastActionCritics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: @TheLastActionCriticsemail:   Thelastactioncritics@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Next Week: The Odyssey (2026)

Pags opens the show with the latest on rising gas prices and the deaths of U.S. service members in the Middle East, including a look at the hometowns of the fallen troops from Texas and Hawaii. He also takes a lighter break as the crew celebrates Polo's 50th birthday with stories from over the years. Pags then reacts to New York City mayor  Zohran Mamdani's comments that he would seek to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visited New York, explaining why he believes the idea is unrealistic and what such a move could mean diplomatically. Finally, Pags provides an update on recent politically motivated threats, including the arrest of a former U.S. Army soldier accused of setting a fire and launching fireworks outside a federal building that houses ICE and FBI offices in Lower Manhattan, an incident now being investigated by the FBI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Arctic serves as the world's refrigerator, keeping the planet cool. But temperatures in the Arctic are rising nearly four times faster than the rest of the world and its sea ice is near a historic low. We put out a call to scientists aboard research vessels currently sailing in the Arctic Ocean, and two answered “aye.” Hear our ship-to-shore conversations with them about how warmer temperatures affect life on land and sea. Plus, a biologist who recently returned from the field describes how he inadvertently stumbled upon surprising data during his decades-long study of polar bears.  Guests: Autun Purser – Marine biologist at the Alfred- Wegener Institute and the current Chief Scientist on the Arctic research vessel, the Polarstern  Andrew Derocher – Zoologist at the University of Alberta in Canada who is leading a decades-long study on polar bears of the West Hudson Bay region, in the high Canadian North    Jonathan Nash – Oceanographer, Oregon State University, and member of the GIANT team sailing near Greenland aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough  Descripción en español Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 86 The asteroid collision that changed life on Earth forever Astronomers have linked a massive collision in the main asteroid belt to a huge meteor bombardment in the inner solar system that may have changed life on Earth. Alien chemistry discovered in meteorite that hit New Jersey home Scientists have discovered high concentrations of salt in briny fluids that could potentially create molecules crucial to life in a meteorite that slammed into a New Jersey home in 2024. The Albanese Government's cuts funding for astronomy research The Australian Academy of Science has condemned the Albanese Labor Government's decision to withdraw from its association with the European Southern Observatory calling it short-sighted and warning the move will inflict lasting damage to a research and development system already facing deep structural underinvestment. The Science Report Studies show people with serious heart attacks have higher levels of micro-plastics in their blood. Warnings ChatGPT is making psychotic symptoms worse by echoing or encouraging unusual ideas. Claims koalas that once lived in Western Australia were a different species from those in the East. A new study warns your puppy may be an addict to their toys. Skeptics guide to Senator Malcolm Roberts chemtrails conspiracy theory.Our Guests This Week: Mars Perseverance Rover Deputy Project Scientist Katy Stack Morgan NASA JPL Mars Perseverance Rover project Scientist Ken Farley NASA JPL Mars Perseverance Rover Deputy Project Manager Matt Wallace NASA JPL Mars Perseverance Rover Chief Engineer Adam Steltzner NASA JPL Mars Perseverance Rover Mobility Team Member Farah Alibay NASA JPL     And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics  

Marine Corps machine gunner Matthew Dolan survived a massive IED blast in Fallujah, Iraq and that was only one of several moments that nearly killed him.Today's Urban Valor podcast, Matthew shares what it was like serving as an 0331 Marine machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines. He discusses deploying to Fallujah, operating as part of a quick reaction force, being shot at by an enemy he could not see, surviving a double-stacked 155mm IED, and becoming trapped inside a military vehicle as it rolled into a river.Yeah… this one gets WILD.Matthew's story isn't only about explosions and close calls.It's about growing up with a younger sister battling cystic fibrosis…Walking into a Marine Corps recruiting office after getting yelled at by his boss…Training under veterans of Operation Phantom Fury…And arriving in a completely blacked-out Fallujah as a 19-year-old kid from Kansas thinking, “What the hell did I get myself into?”Matthew describes the strange reality of fighting insurgents who rarely presented a clear target. One moment, he was searching vehicles and tracking high-value individuals. The next, he was taking sniper fire, responding to indirect fire or driving roads known for improvised explosive devices.Then came the blast.Matthew's vehicle was the fourth to cross an IED buried beneath the road. The first three vehicles passed over it without detonating the device.His didn't.The explosion cracked the vehicle's axle, tore away part of the Humvee and knocked Matthew unconscious. His fellow Marines pulled him from the vehicle, strapped him to a stretcher and rushed him to medical treatment.What happened inside the medical bay somehow became one of the funniest...and most unfiltered...IED survival stories we've ever heard.

The murder of Brian Barrett became one of the most disturbing true crime cases of the early internet age: a deadly online love triangle built on catfishing, fake identities, chatroom deception, jealousy, and obsession.In 2006, 22-year-old Brian Barrett was shot and killed outside Dynabrade Corporation in Clarence, New York, near Buffalo. At first, the murder seemed almost motiveless. Brian was a college student, athlete, Little League coach, and future teacher with no obvious enemies. But investigators soon uncovered a digital trail involving Pogo chatrooms, Yahoo instant messages, online romance, and a username that would become infamous: TalHotBlond.This episode of Terrifying & True investigates the real story behind the Brian Barrett murder, the TalHotBlond case, and the online deception that led to violence. Thomas Montgomery, a 46-year-old married father, had been posing online as an 18-year-old Marine sniper named Tommy. Mary Shieler, a 45-year-old mother in West Virginia, was posing as her own teenage daughter, using the girl's photos and voice to maintain the fantasy. Brian Barrett entered the situation as himself — a real 22-year-old man caught between two adults hiding behind fake ideAs the lies unraveled, Montgomery became consumed by jealousy, humiliation, and obsession. The online rivalry moved from Pogo games and instant messages into the workplace, where Brian and Thomas both worked. Then, on September 15, 2006, Brian walked to his pickup truck after his shift and was ambushed with a .30-caliber rifle.We examine the evidence against Thomas Montgomery, the DNA on the peach pit, the missing rifle, the chat logs, the TalHotBlond deception, Mary Shieler's role, and why the case became known as the internet love triangle murder. But at the center of the story is not a screen name, a scandal, or a twist. It is Brian Barrett — a son, brother, friend, coach, student, and future teacher whose life was stolen by obsession.We're telling that story tonight.

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Send us Fan MailIn this (slightly longer than usual) episode of bite size we dive in and examine two expansions to a couple of our favourite games, the Dragon Academy expansion for Wyrmspan and Marine Worlds for Ark Nova. We discuss what they bring to the table and how well we think they accentuate the experience of playing those two excellent games. Support the showFind us on Social Media FacebookTwitterInstagram

In this episode, Dr. K provides a play-by-play clinical analysis of his Jubilee appearance, where he spoke with a Marine veteran named Lamar. Breaking down their interaction, Dr. K demonstrates why true therapy is "literally so much more than talking about your feelings," exploring the psychological defenses of combat veterans, the failures of the modern mental health system, and how to reach someone who has completely lost hope. What to expect in this episode: The Trap of "Bucketing": Why the standard psychiatric approach of immediately labeling patients and throwing medications (like Trazodone) at them makes them feel penalized, unheard, and treated like a problem. Reflective Listening in Action: A practical demonstration of why Dr. K refuses to offer Lamar a "solution," knowing that Lamar's defense mechanisms are primed to reject any advice as just more broken promises. Fighting the Hydra: Understanding the exhausting psychological state where every attempt to get better fails, leaving the patient feeling worse off than when they started and simply "running on fumes". Depression vs. Unhappiness: The clinical difference between the two, and why a patient can technically have their life circumstances improve on paper but still feel completely stuck. Turning Away From the Rainbow: A look at the "cognitive filter" of severe depression, where a person actively shuns fleeting moments of happiness to protect themselves from the inevitable disappointment of the "rain clouds" returning. The Betrayal of Doing Everything Right: Unpacking Lamar's deep trauma of sacrificing his youth for the Marines, holding onto the promise that his country would take care of him, only to return to a park bench while the rest of the world moved on. Anger as a Stepping Stone: Exploring Freud's concept that depression is "anger turned against the self," and why allowing a patient to express their deep-seated rage and resentment is a crucial step in the healing process. Disarming Hopelessness: How a therapist's true goal isn't necessarily to provide the "right answer," but to soften a patient's rigid hopelessness enough to make them curious and open-minded about their own future. Dr. K's NEW Guide to Love, Sex, & Relationships is here! Order now: https://bit.ly/4dO3x0VHG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3SztHG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deux unes d'hebdomadaires français se répondent cette semaine. Sur chacune, le même visage, celui de Marine Le Pen. Et la même question : que se passerait-il si le Rassemblement national gouvernait réellement ? Les promesses du RN confrontées à la réalité L'Express met en scène Marine Le Pen assise sur un trône doré, entourée de chats, et titre : « Les 100 premiers jours du RN au pouvoir ». Avec ce sous-titre : « Enquête sur le programme qui plomberait la France ». Le dossier passe chaque promesse au tamis du réel. La mesure phare, le référendum sur l'immigration, se fracasse sur l'article 89 de la Constitution. Celui-ci encadre les révisions constitutionnelles et impose qu'avant tout référendum, le texte soit voté dans les mêmes termes par l'Assemblée nationale et le Sénat. Un verrou quasiment infranchissable pour le RN. L'hebdomadaire cite d'ailleurs un proche du dossier, désabusé : « Ce n'est pas la peine de faire croire aux Français qu'on peut consulter sur tout. » Quant à la promesse de Jordan Bardella de réduire de moitié la contribution française à l'Union européenne, ce serait « le fiasco assuré », tranche L'Express. Le parti se heurterait aussi à une difficulté très concrète : il ne parvient pas à recruter les hauts fonctionnaires dont il aurait besoin pour gouverner. Un proche de Marine Le Pen le reconnaît : « On a un vrai sujet sur les ressources humaines… On ne trouve pas de gens qui tiennent la route. » Le Pen-Bardella, un tandem moins solide qu'il n'y paraît Même préoccupation au Nouvel Obs, mais avec un autre angle. Sous le duo Le Pen-Bardella, ce titre : « Les failles cachées », accompagné d'une question : « Pourquoi leur ticket n'est pas si gagnant ». L'hebdomadaire décrit la fébrilité du tandem après la confirmation en appel de la condamnation de Marine Le Pen pour détournement de fonds publics. Jordan Bardella, écrit Le Nouvel Obs, « a vu s'envoler un bail virtuel de cinq ans à l'Élysée et doit se contenter d'un siège éjectable de Premier ministre ». Le vernis commence à craquer, notamment en raison des désaccords qui traversent le duo. Sur les retraites, Jordan Bardella affiche ainsi une posture favorable aux entreprises, tandis que Marine Le Pen défend un départ à 60 ou 62 ans. Un député confie à L'Express que des divergences de ce type, « il y en a des dizaines ». Le dossier du Nouvel Obs se referme sur cette formule d'un vieil ami de la famille : « Marine, quand elle est face à une difficulté, c'est là qu'elle devient vraiment une Le Pen ». Ce qui, note perfidement l'hebdomadaire, ne devrait pas rassurer l'extrême droite, car « les Le Pen ont toujours perdu ». Ces commerces vides qui servent à blanchir de l'argent Sur un tout autre sujet, Le Point publie une enquête sur le blanchiment d'argent. Elle commence par une balade dans Paris, rue de Bagnolet, devant un vendeur de kebabs désespérément vide à l'heure du déjeuner. Pourquoi cet établissement tient-il depuis des années ? Parce que, écrit Le Point, « ce commerce se moque éperdument de vendre des sandwichs » . Il s'agirait en réalité d'une officine de blanchiment. Son propriétaire disposerait d'une fortune en espèces d'origine inavouable, provenant par exemple du trafic de drogue, dont il lui faudrait justifier la provenance, quitte à inventer des clients. S'il déclare avoir servi 250 personnes à 50 euros dans le mois, le fisc n'a aucun moyen de le vérifier. Voilà pourquoi l'échoppe reste ouverte, même vide. La même mécanique serait à l'œuvre dans certains salons de massage, ongleries ou salons de coiffure. Des tickets de loterie gagnants peuvent même être rachetés afin de blanchir des flux financiers. Les autorités traquent ces pratiques, mais les délinquants continuent d'innover. La mort est-elle vraiment une mauvaise chose ? Une dernière question, presque philosophique : « Pourquoi mourons-nous ? » C'est le titre du livre du prix Nobel de chimie Venki Ramakrishnan, interrogé par L'Express. Et si la science permettait un jour de ne plus mourir ? Le scientifique raconte une conversation bien réelle, captée l'an dernier entre Vladimir Poutine et Xi Jinping, au cours de laquelle les deux dirigeants évoquaient leur intention de prolonger leur vie grâce à la recherche. Cette perspective l'inquiète. Jusqu'ici, explique-t-il, « on savait que les dictateurs finissent par mourir, laissant l'espoir que le régime suivant soit différent ». Mais « imaginez un monde où Trump, Poutine ou Xi vivraient pour toujours… Je ne suis pas sûr que ce serait un monde meilleur ». Pour Venki Ramakrishnan, la mort a aussi du bon : « Être mortel nous pousse à accomplir des choses. Mozart n'a vécu que 36 ans, mais il a eu le temps d'écrire 41 symphonies ». Ce dont l'humanité a besoin, conclut-il, ce n'est pas de permettre à quelques puissants de vivre pour toujours, mais d'offrir au plus grand nombre la possibilité de vivre longtemps et en bonne santé. Tout un programme.

Could some unidentified aerial phenomena also have a connection to Earth's oceans and lakes? In this compelling episode of The ‘X' Zone, Rob McConnell welcomes UFO researcher Debbie Ziegelmeyer, Director of Underwater Research and Recovery for Mutual UFO Network, to discuss the intriguing field of underwater UFO investigations. Debbie shares her experiences investigating reports of unidentified submerged objects (USOs), unexplained sightings over bodies of water, and cases in which witnesses describe unusual activity entering or emerging from lakes, rivers, and oceans. She explains how investigators document witness testimony, evaluate available evidence, and distinguish between identifiable natural phenomena and reports that remain unexplained. Throughout the interview, Rob and Debbie explore the challenges of conducting investigations in underwater environments, the importance of careful documentation, and the need for objective analysis when examining extraordinary claims. They also discuss the role of MUFON in collecting and researching UFO reports from around the world while encouraging thoughtful inquiry into one of the most enduring mysteries of modern times. Whether you're fascinated by UFOs, USOs, marine mysteries, or scientific investigation into unexplained phenomena, this episode offers an engaging look at a unique area of paranormal and ufological research.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Runnin’ down the show: Remote from Bayside Marine: Chinook season finally here! Reports from the MA9 opener! // Regional Roundup: Coastal, Straits and Sound chinook, crab and Baker Lake sockeye! // The BeauMac TECH Line: Jeff Lalone from his Office; the NERVECENTER of BaysideMarine.com // Picks of the Week!

Craig kicks off today's show with the latest breaking news and headlines, including his reaction to President Donald Trump's primetime address on election integrity. Then, a conversation with Bart in Spring takes an unexpected turn as another listener call becomes a must-hear news clip preview. To wrap up the Friday edition, Craig is joined by Marine veteran and stand-up comedian Blake Jones for their fan-favorite commercial-free conversation, featuring candid discussion, humor, and plenty of laughs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-craig-collins-show--6214297/support.

In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Katie Bagosy to share a deeply personal story of love, loss, and purpose. Katie opens up about her husband's service as a Marine, his struggles with PTSD and traumatic brain injury after deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, and the heartbreaking circumstances that led to his death. Through her experience, she highlights the urgent need for better mental health support and accountability within the system. Today, Katie channels that loss into action—working with Concerned Veterans for America to advocate for improved access to care and elevate the voices of veterans and their families. She shares how listening, community, and breaking the stigma around mental health can save lives. This episode is a moving reminder of the human cost of service—and how one person's story can inspire meaningful change for others.

Send us Fan MailPeaches sits down with retired Sergeant Major Taamir Ransome, an Army EOD veteran and author of Mind of a Soldier, to talk about EOD, transition, veteran suicide, purpose after service, and what happens when the war is over but the fight is not.Taamir walks through growing up in New Jersey, joining the Army with a GED, starting out in radar repair, attempting SFAS, and eventually finding his way into Explosive Ordnance Disposal. He explains the differences between Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force EOD, what makes the career field so small, and why EOD school is one of the hardest technical schools in the military.The conversation also gets into deployments, working around Special Operations Forces, wild stories from Iraq, and the reality that the military creates people who are calibrated differently than the rest of society.Then the episode turns toward Taamir's book, Mind of a Soldier: 34 Laws for the War After the War. He talks about veteran suicide, transition, moral injury, finding purpose, nonprofits, service dogs, mentorship, and why veterans need to find a new pack and a new mission after leaving the uniform behind.This one is about more than war stories. It is about what comes next.Check out Mind of a Soldier: Available on AmazonFind Taamir: Mind of a Shadow Soldier on YouTubeCheck out Tasty Gains: TastyGains.comTrain with us: OperatorTrainingSummit.comChapters:00:00 - Intro, Tasty Gains, Ones Ready, and Operator Training Summit04:05 - Meet Retired SGM Taamir Ransome05:07 - Growing Up in New Jersey05:40 - Family Military History and Crazy Uncle Jerry07:39 - Joining the Army With a GED09:39 - The Cheat Code for Getting Mom On Board10:23 - GEDs, Recruiting, and the Military12:05 - From Radar Repair to EOD12:23 - SFAS, the 82nd, and Finding EOD13:27 - Army, Navy, Marine, and Air Force EOD Differences16:32 - Why Navy EOD Supports SOF18:07 - Taamir's EOD Career19:23 - How Small the EOD Community Is21:01 - EOD School and Joint Service Training21:42 - Deployment Stories and EOD Reality24:26 - Iraq, Targeting, and Wild Stories27:19 - Mind of a Soldier28:00 - Why Veterans Are Killing Themselves29:16 - Being Calibrated Differently After War30:10 - Suicide, Policy, and Personal Responsibility31:37 - Purpose, Pack, and Fighting the Noise34:44 - Finding a New Mission35:25 - Moral Injury and Mentoring the Next Generation40:48 - STEM, AI, and Teaching Kids42:05 - Training Service Dogs for Veterans43:05 - Conventional Veterans and SOF Access44:28 - Veteran Nonprofits and Finding Help47:51 - VFW, DAV, and the Next Generation49:11 - Podcasts, Trust, and Reaching Veterans53:09 - Quiet Professional vs. Silent Professional54:34 - The Price of Service55:21 - Where to Find TaamirSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page:  HERERegister for our Operator Training Summit:  OperatorTrainingSummit.comFind an Air Force Recruiter: AirForce.comCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code:  ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code):  ATACLeteDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code:  ONESREADYDFND Apparel...

Nina Conti is on board Alan Air and it's as brilliantly bonkers as you'd expect. She reveals the skiing holiday where her dad's booming voice bolted her into action, the holiday romance with an American Marine that ended very badly, losing Monkey on a flight to Austria, why Tokyo didn't live up to expectations, and why she escapes to yurts, road trips and Arthur's Seat whenever she gets the chance. Plus, Alan and Nina reminisce about winning the BBC New Comedy Award, swap Edinburgh Fringe stories, chat about her directorial debut "Sunlight" and Nina's hilarious new C*nti Cabaret, coming to the Underbelly at Bristo Square at this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Book your tickets here: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/nina-s-c-nti-cabaret 00:00 Welcome aboard, Nina Conti! 01:40 The skiing holiday that ended in dad shouting 03:30 Why Nina loves American road trips 04:15 Making Sunlight in a monkey suit 05:50 Returning to the Edinburgh Fringe 08:05 Inside Nina's hilarious C*nti Cabaret 12:15 Arthur's Seat and Nina's Edinburgh recommendations 14:05 Losing Monkey on a flight to Austria 16:05 Why Tokyo disappointed her 17:45 The holiday romance with a Marine 22:10 Growing up with Tom Conti and Shirley Valentine 24:00 Escaping to yurts and embracing nature 26:10 Celebrity holiday encounters, from John Travolta to Andrew Scott 29:45 Costa Rica tops Nina's travel bucket list 30:10 Quick Fire, making our descent #LifesABeach #NinaConti #AlanCarr #EdinburghFringe #Edinburgh #ComedyPodcast #TravelPodcast #Monkey #HolidayRomance #RoadTrips #TravelStories #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Tackle & Tacos, we're joined by Dan, owner of Bigg Mouth Fishing! We dive into how he got started, what inspired him to build the brand, and what it's really like turning a passion for bass fishing into a successful business, and how they TRULY have some of the coolest colors in all of bass fishing. Big claim, but it's true! We also talk urchin fishing, favorite tackle, the outdoor industry, entrepreneurship, and plenty of stories from the water. Whether you're chasing your next personal best, looking to learn something new, or just enjoy hearing great conversations with awesome people in the fishing world, this episode is for you!

First Timothy 2 covers prayer, leadership, church authority, modesty, and one of the most debated passages about men and women in the church. But what does this chapter actually mean for Christian fathers?   In part two of our six-part series through 1 Timothy, Kent and Lawson explore how dads can study difficult Bible passages with humility, wisdom, and love. They discuss why fathers should lead through prayer, how Scripture should interpret Scripture, and why understanding context matters before forming strong conclusions.   You'll also hear practical guidance for handling theological disagreements, honoring church leadership, teaching your children discernment, and modeling the biblical principle: "In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, love." In this episode: Why Christian dads should pray for leaders—even difficult ones How to study controversial Bible passages in context What 1 Timothy 2 teaches about prayer and leadership How Scripture helps interpret Scripture How dads can model humility during theological disagreements Why your attitude toward church authority affects your children How to lead your family with truth, wisdom, and love We pray this episode will help you become a better Bible student, a more prayerful leader, and a father who handles truth without sacrificing grace.   Want to shape the direction of the show this year? Leave us a voicemail and tell us what you're facing as a dad: manhoodjourney.org/podcast Scroll down to "What's Your Story?" and leave us a message!   You're not a father on accident. Go be a father on purpose.   -------------------------------------------------------------------------   Learn more about our new partners here: https://maninthemirror.org/ Download the Iron Circle worksheet here: https://manhoodjourney.org/iron-circle/   We've launched video now! Check out the video version of today's episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s6GnoZKlfAk -----------------------------------------------------------------------   Range Leather: Support the show and upgrade your fatherhood swag. Visit rangeleather.com/mj to score 10% off your next order! Grab some fresh beans! https://rangecoffee.com/   Fatherhood Guard – The Fatherhood Guard is now 100+ members strong! Join the fight for God-honoring fatherhood. Connect with dads from over 25 states and at least 3 countries by joining today. Grab your Range Leather welcome hat at https://manhoodjourney.org/donate/fatherhood-guard/     Buy Kent's latest book "Don't Bench Yourself" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/1qBF3RJ   Read the new State Of Biblical Fatherhood report here: http://manhoodjourney.org/sobf Find tools to share the report here: https://manhoodjourney.org/sobf-tools   Have a topic you want us to touch on? Well, get in touch! Send us an email at: info@manhoodjourney.org   -------------------------------------------------------------------------   About our hosts: Kent Evans is the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps dads become disciple-makers. After a twenty-year career as a business leader, he embarked on biblical Fatherhood ministry projects. He's appeared on television, radio, web outlets and podcasts. He's spoken at parenting and men's events, and authored four books. The first, Wise Guys: Unlocking Hidden Wisdom from the Men Around You, was written to help men learn how to find mentors and wise counsel. The latest, Don't Bench Yourself: How to Stay in the Game Even When You Want to Quit, aims to help dads stay present in their roles as fathers and husbands even when they feel like giving up. Kent's life has been radically affected by godly mentors and his lovely wife, April. They have been married thirty years and have five sons and one daughter-in-law. He lives in Louisville, Kentucky.   Lawson Brown is husband to his high school sweetheart, a father of two young adult daughters, has been a business leader since 1995, and is a former Marine. He served as a small group leader for teenage boys for many years, helped start the Christian media ministry City on a Hill Productions, then later Sanctuary – a new church in Kennesaw, GA – where he served as its leader for Men's Ministry. Lawson's journey of faith has always been centered in a grounding from his wife, Audrey, and supported throughout by many men whom he's found as brothers along the way. His family is nearing an empty nest phase and has recently relocated to the Florida Gulf Coast beaches area.  

Top headlines for Friday, July 17, 2026Focus on the Family's leadership transition as Jim Daly prepares to step down, the Education Department clapping back at podcasters who mocked homeschoolers, Justice Amy Coney Barrett revealing she received a bulletproof vest after the Dobbs leak, and Pew's finding that nearly 60% of Gen Z women get health info from influencers.0:11 Sight & Sound, Wonder Project partner to stream productions1:14 Dept. of Ed. hits back at podcasters who mocked homeschoolers2:04 Jim Daly begins Focus on the Family leadership transition2:54 Amy Coney Barrett given bulletproof vest after Dobbs leak3:50 Nearly 60% of Gen Z women get health info from influencers4:51 Marine Corps condemns remarks by House candidate about Trump5:48 Christians push back against Kairos II at Church of England SynodSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsSight & Sound, Wonder Project partner to stream productions | EntertainmentDept. of Ed. hits back at podcasters who mocked homeschoolers | PodcastJim Daly begins Focus on the Family leadership transition | Church & MinistriesAmy Coney Barrett given bulletproof vest after Dobbs leak | PoliticsNearly 60% of Gen Z women get health info from influencers: Pew | Living Marine Corps condemns remarks by House candidate about Trump | U.S.Christians push back against Kairos II at Church of England Synod | Church & Ministries

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 16, 2026. We open with a story that should trigger Logan Act investigations — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanch has revealed that New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani attempted to arrange a secret meeting with the Iranian government while the United States is actively engaged in military operations against Iran. We walk through the constitutional principle at stake: the United States speaks with one voice in foreign affairs, that voice belongs to the federal government, and a city mayor has no more authority to conduct foreign policy than he has to declare war. We also connect it to a pattern — from Obama's hot mic moment with Medvedev to John Kerry's shadow diplomacy during Trump's first term — of people who want the power of the presidency without the accountability of holding it. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, the U.S. launched strikes against Iran for the sixth consecutive day — targeting air defenses, rocket and drone facilities, and ports, with reports of 35 killed and 300 wounded in Iran, and a blockade-running ship disabled after repeated warnings. Then President Trump fired a newly appointed federal prosecutor in Seattle less than an hour into his first day on the job — a position filled by federal judges after Democrat Senate obstruction left the slot unconfirmed for more than 120 days. And a former Marine and congressional candidate in Florida was arrested for posting videos to social media calling for the murder of President Trump, describing him as the Antichrist, and advising what weapons and shooting patterns should be used — the latest of more than 20 documented assassination plots against the president, by far the most in American history. We also cover the Trump administration restoring the public charge rule — requiring that applicants for lawful permanent residence demonstrate they can support themselves without depending on government assistance. We explain why this was standard immigration practice throughout most of American history, why it is the policy of virtually every developed nation on earth, and why the most compassionate thing you can say to someone who wants to become an American is that we believe you can make it here on your own. Our American Mama Teri Netterville responds to a podcast host who said she doesn't trust any mother who wants to be with her children all day — and that homeschooling is weird. Teri's answer is simple and devastating: children are not a burden. They are a reward from God, an inheritance, arrows that parents are called to form and launch into the world for impact. The proof showed up at a stoplight on the way to the studio — Psalm 127, in a bumper sticker, on a car Teri had never seen before, minutes before a segment she didn't know she'd be having. She calls it a God thing. We do too. We dig deep into Senator Elissa Slotkin's remarks at a Michigan town hall — where she explained her opposition to the SAVE Act by saying it would make it impossible for any Democrat to win any election anywhere. We play the clip. We let her words sit. And we point out that if requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote is what makes Democrats lose elections, Senator Slotkin has just told you everything you need to know about who has been voting in Democratic primaries. The SAVE Act doesn't prevent anyone who is legally entitled to vote from voting. It just makes sure people who aren't legally entitled to vote don't get to cancel out the votes of those who are. We also cover Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego and reports that he had relationships with multiple congressional staffers before his marriage — and use it to return to the core principle that power causes brain damage. The part of the brain that processes empathy is measurably suppressed in people who accumulate power and believe they deserve it. The only people largely immune to this effect are those who genuinely believe they don't deserve the power they have. Public office is a public trust — and the people underneath you in that office are not perks of the position. We also cover a White House teleprompter technician who allegedly fed Trump's speech content into prediction markets before the speeches were delivered — trading on insider access to profit from words she was trusted to keep confidential. Every position of trust comes with an obligation of restraint. Some people just haven't figured that out yet. For our Bright Spot, the New York Times ran a piece headlined Mom, Dad, I Want to Be a Welder — following young Americans in their twenties who had the grades for college, chose trade school instead, and are thriving. Trade school enrollment is up nearly 20% since 2020. Starting salaries for skilled tradespeople now beat many college-educated entry-level positions. And a 23-year-old welder from Arkansas named LaDonna Glass said it best — she felt like if she didn't go to college she would be a failure. She isn't. We close with Earl Nightingale's definition of success — the progressive realization of a worthy goal — and note that success begins the moment you commit to something worthy of your time, your talents, and your character. And we close with a 2007 photograph taken at a Barcelona charity raffle — a baby boy named Lamin Yamal posing with a young Argentine footballer named Lionel Messi. Eighteen years later, Lamin Yamal is on the Spanish World Cup team and Messi is considered the greatest of all time — and the two people in that photo are about to face each other in the World Cup final. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to new home sales data with a focus on three stocks for the week ahead. In the UK – a look ahead to the UK preparing to usher in its 7th Prime Minister in 10 years. In Asia – a look ahead to Japan Marine Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marine Cabirou est l'une des pilotes les plus titrées du VTT de descente féminin. Championne du monde junior en 2015, vainqueur du classement général de la Coupe du Monde en 2020, elle a grandi à Millau avec un premier vélo de descente ressoudé avant de gravir tous les échelons.Dans cet épisode d'En Roue Libre, Marine se confie sur son parcours — de l'école de vélo du CSO Millau aux paddocks de Coupe du Monde — et revient sur un choix qui a changé sa carrière : quitter Scott après 12 ans pour rejoindre le team Canyon et Fabien Barel.Au programme : la philosophie du « zéro compromis sur la performance », le Canyon Sender et le prototype Einstein, l'histoire du passage de la taille M à la taille S (à 8 mm près !), les tensions de rayon et tests à l'aveugle avec son mécano Florian Rochat, une anecdote mémorable un matin de finale à Mont-Sainte-Anne, et bien sûr son Graal : le maillot arc-en-ciel élite.Marine nous parle aussi de son magasin de vélo à Millau (avec Franck Parolin et Thibaut Veuillet), de Fabien Barel comme mentor, de la montée en puissance des jeunes pilotes, et de ses objectifs pour 2026.-⏱ CHAPITRES00:00 — Intro01:42 — Ses plans pour 202603:24 — Comment elle est arrivée au vélo05:01 — Le début de la compétition06:42 — La place de son frère dans sa carrière07:24 — Passage de cap08:04 — Ses inspirations10:31 — Son premier team12:55 — Comment elle a obtenu son titre de championne du monde16:11 — Ce que ça a changé pour elle17:47 — La vitesse des juniors19:01 — Pourquoi les juniors roulent plus vite20:11 — Les juniors devraient-ils galérer ?22:17 — La pression en arrivant en élite23:53 — Général ou titre mondial ?25:28 — Les raisons du passage chez Canyon28:48 — Les différences de management32:19 — Ce qui l'a marquée en arrivant chez Canyon33:22 — Scott vs Canyon40:23 — Une technicienne ?55:42 — Tous les outils pour performer ?56:44 — Ce qui lui a manqué en Corée1:00:20 — Préparation mentale1:01:14 — Sa vie d'entrepreneure1:03:29 — L'après-Covid1:05:06 — Des jeunes prometteurs ?1:05:46 — L'après-carrière1:06:57 — Carrière longue ?1:07:32 — Que lui souhaiter pour la suite ?1:08:08 — Un(e) prochain(e) invité(e) ?1:09:05 — Un mot pour finir ?-

Six Marines raising the American flag atop Mount Suribachi on February 23, 1945, became one of the most enduring images in American history. But what about the company behind the flag? Join the Veterans Breakfast Club for a conversation with Marine veteran and author Billy Myers, who has spent years researching the remarkable story of Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines—the unit whose men climbed Suribachi and whose members raised both the first and second flags over Iwo Jima. Myers' forthcoming book tells the story of Easy Company from its formation through the brutal battle for Iwo Jima and beyond. Drawing on letters, diaries, military records, and family accounts, he introduces the ordinary young Americans who became part of one of World War II's most iconic moments. If Band of Brothers told the story of Easy Company in Europe, Myers aims to tell the story of Easy Company in the Pacific. A Marine Corps veteran himself, Myers enlisted at seventeen and served four years before earning degrees from Northwestern State University and The Ohio State University. He later spent nearly three decades coaching football and baseball in Louisiana, bringing the same commitment to teamwork, leadership, and perseverance to his historical research. Our conversation will explore not only the famous flag raising but also the men whose lives have too often been overshadowed by a single photograph. We'll discuss the savage fighting on Iwo Jima, the bonds forged within Easy Company, the challenges of reconstructing its history eighty years later, and why these Marines still matter today. As always, we'll leave plenty of time for audience questions, comments, and stories. Veterans, family members, students, history lovers, and all who wish to learn are warmly welcome.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to new home sales data with a focus on three stocks for the week ahead. In the UK – a look ahead to the UK preparing to usher in its 7th Prime Minister in 10 years. In Asia – a look ahead to Japan Marine Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look at the stories you need to know to start your day, including former President Joe Biden announcing his memoir Promise Me America while providing an update on his cancer treatment, as critics question whether Biden wrote the book himself and revive controversy surrounding the White House autopen, presidential pardons, and his mental decline; William Upham, a discharged Marine and Florida congressional candidate, calling President Donald Trump the Antichrist in a video urging his death before being denounced by the U.S. Marine Corps; Kaitlyn Tracey, a Canadian woman arrested by ICE after allegedly assaulting a teenager for wearing MAGA clothing at the Jersey Shore, only to be detained at the same New Jersey immigration facility her husband had publicly protested; and much more.

In this episode, the guys sit down with Shea Unti, CEO of Buoy. Insurance can be one of the most confusing and most important parts of running a watersports business. The guys discuss how the marine insurance landscape is evolving and what operators need to know to better protect their businesses. From his journey through yacht management, Boatsetter, and now leading an innovative insurance platform, Shea shares practical insights on risk management, compliance, embedded insurance, and how technology is reshaping coverage for boat rentals and watersports operators. Whether you're looking to lower premiums, better understand your policy, or prepare your business for the future, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways you can put to work right away.[SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by Take My Boat Test and WaveRez.Show Links:Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/

Most travelers see only a sliver of what the Caribbean actually has to offer. Beyond the beaches and duty-free shops lie hidden waterfalls, active volcanoes, centuries-old ruins, and cultures barely touched by tourism. Host Angie Orth sits down with Matt Meltzer, a Lowell Thomas Award-winning travel journalist and former Marine who writes about food and travel for Thrillist, Matador Network, and his own newsletter, The Leftovers Miami. Recorded at the Beach House Hilton in Fort Lauderdale, the conversation explores what separates an authentic travel experience from a manufactured one, and why the Caribbean has far more to offer than white sand beaches.You'll learn how to gauge a destination's real culture before you book, and why a cruise stop rarely gives you a true sense of a place. Matt also shares blunt, practical advice for travelers ready to move beyond the usual itineraries—and explains the mindset it takes to make those trips worth the extra effort.What You'll Learn:7:19 The unspoiled queen of the Caribbean12:44 The surprising history behind “Statia”17:01 A destination that rewards hikers who are willing to work 27:08 Savannas and jungles with anteaters, giant otters, and a Wild West spirit 34:18 Secluded beaches when you push past the tourist hot spots on a popular islandConnect with Matt Meltzer:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meltrez1/Which lesser-known Caribbean destination are you most excited to explore? Tell us in the comments! Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesPodcast: TravelingWithAAA.com

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 6 o'clock hour is brought to you by Subaru of Gwinnett Atlanta Thrived during the World Cup / Trump’s Address to the Nation Tonight / Chuck Schumer passes gas A former Marine insists Trump must be killed Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Today's show: Tug and Los discuss Atlanta's successful run as a World Cup host city and preview President Trump's address to the nation. The guys break down why Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock appear to be getting ahead of the president's remarks, examine a new Trump initiative that would allow veterans to automatically qualify for commercial driver's licenses, and react to Evan Barker's take on why Democrats can't pivot away from the issues dominating today's political landscape. Plus, Dr. Ben Carson joins the conversation on the future of America, and The Honest Car Guy, Tom Mitchell, stops by the show. On today's show:• A former Marine's alarming comments about President Trump spark outrage• Why ICE traffic stops are necessary and safer for federal agents• Was the Butler, Pennsylvania, assassination attempt an inside job? Corey Comperatore's widow weighs in• Why Republicans should seize on Democrats' latest messaging in campaign ads• Chuck Schumer's viral moment you have to hear to believe• The most ridiculous story you'll hear this weekAtlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 15, 2026. We open with the biggest election integrity news in years — the House passed the SAVE Act as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, 217 to 209, with Speaker Mike Johnson delivering exactly what he promised us two weeks ago when he sat down with American Ground Radio. We explain what the SAVE Act actually does — and what it doesn't. It doesn't change who is eligible to vote. It doesn't alter the Constitution. It simply requires documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. We point out that we verify identity to board a plane, open a bank account, and buy a beer — and that the only people who benefit from not verifying citizenship at voter registration are people who aren't citizens. We also note that Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin's claim that no Democrat will ever win again if the SAVE Act passes raises an obvious question about how many non-citizens have been voting for her party. The bill now goes to the Senate, where John Thune needs to do his job — or be voted out at the first opportunity. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanch testified before the Senate in his confirmation hearing — telling senators that his client is not the president but the American people, while more than 1,200 former DOJ employees signed a letter opposing his confirmation, which may be the best endorsement he could have received. Then the House passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent year-round — meaning darker mornings in winter and lighter evenings, with states currently on permanent standard time allowed to stay there. And Senate Democrats boycotted a hearing on government fraud, with only one Democrat showing up before leaving after his opening statement — even as investigative journalists Nick Shirley, James O'Keefe, and Dylan Heder-Gaudette presented documented findings on billions in fraudulent benefits claims. As Nick Shirley said, no dollar says Republican or Democrat on it. We also tackle the question of whether a New Hampshire state representative can drive 102 miles per hour on her way to the legislature and claim constitutional immunity from arrest under a provision dating back to the era of kings arresting parliamentarians on their way to inconvenient votes. We acknowledge the historical purpose of the law. We reject the application of it to someone who simply didn't plan her schedule well enough. Rules for thee but not for me is not a constitutional principle — and if you don't care about the safety of the people on the road, why would you care about the safety of the people you represent? Our American Mama Teri Netterville weighs in on the Emmy nominations — and the conversation becomes a broader indictment of an awards system that has completely lost touch with what Americans are actually watching. Greg Gutfeld hosts the number one late night show in the country. Not nominated. Taylor Sheridan has produced Yellowstone, Landman, 1923, and The Madison — all massive hits with critics and audiences alike. Not nominated. Meghan Markle's show As Ever received a 38% on Rotten Tomatoes, was called the sweet spot between irrelevant and intolerable by the Times of London, and was canceled. Emmy nominated. The awards don't reflect excellence anymore. They reflect ideology. In our Digging Deep segment, U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll announced that the Army has already met its 2026 recruiting goals — with 61,500 new recruits — eight and a half months before the year ends. Compare that to 2022, when the military missed its goals by 25%, and 2023, when it missed by 10%. Nothing changed except the administration and with it the clarity of purpose. We play Simon Sinek's story about a Marine recruiter who told a high school auditorium full of teenagers that not a single one of them was good enough to be a Marine — and walked out with the longest line of any recruiter in the room. People don't want to be told service is easy. They want to be challenged to be worthy of it. Trump and Hegseth figured that out. The numbers prove it. We also cover France's assisted suicide legislation — which has passed the lower house and would allow physicians and nurses to end the lives of patients who cannot do so themselves. The Catholic Church in France has threatened excommunication for any legislator who votes for it, and Pope Francis personally asked Macron not to sign it. We make the pro-life case plainly — compassion means walking with those who suffer, not eliminating the one who is suffering. A society's worth is measured by how it treats its most vulnerable, not by how conveniently it removes them. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has now threatened to shut down all Middle Eastern oil exports if Iran cannot export its own — using energy as a weapon exactly as both Iran and Iraq did during the 1980s war. We note that this is exactly why the Iraq oil pipeline deal through Turkey matters, why the Strait of Hormuz matters, and why at some point the president may have to say what needs to be said about ground troops. For our Bright Spot, a Spanish conservation group called El Burrito Feliz — the Happy Little Donkey — has deployed 18 donkeys around Doñana National Park on Spain's Atlantic coast, an area with the same fire-prone Mediterranean climate as Southern California. Since the donkeys were introduced, there has not been a single wildfire in the park in nine years. The donkeys eat the dry scrub and tall grasses that fuel fires, reach terrain that vehicles cannot, and cost a fraction of what California spends on fire suppression after the fact. We suggest California try it. What have they got to lose? And we close with Jenny Stepien, who walked down the aisle on her wedding day wishing her father could be there. Her father Michael had passed away ten years earlier — but he was an organ donor, and his heart had saved the life of a man named Tom Thomas, who became Jenny's pen pal out of gratitude. On her wedding day, Tom was there in person for the first time — to walk her down the aisle in her father's place. At the end of the aisle, Jenny placed her hand on Tom's chest and felt her father's heart beating one more time, just before she said I do. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Er is een nieuwe route in drugsland: via de Atlantische Oceaan komen grote hoeveelheden cocaïne Europa binnen. De ingrediënten: volle zee en supersnelle speedbootjes. Redacteur Jan Meeus werkte samen met buitenlandse journalisten en onderzocht de vraag: is dit te stoppen?De redactie van NRC werkte voor dit onderzoeksproject samen met de Duitse publieke omroepen NDR en WDR en krant Süddeutsche Zeitung, met de Franse krant Le Monde, het Italiaanse Irpi Media en de Amerikaanse krant The Washington Post.Gast: Jan MeeusPresentatie: Bram Endedijk Redactie: Iddo HavingaMontage: Bas van WinCoördinatie: Ilse EshuisEindredactie: Esmee Dirks & Ignace SchootProductie: Rhea Stroink Heb je vragen, suggesties of ideeën over onze journalistiek? Mail dan naar onze redactie via podcast@nrc.nlZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Plusieurs débats au cœur de l'actualité, les Grandes gueules ont le choix, en débattre ou non : E. Musk, "Marine le Pen est le dernier espoir de la France" Zelensky amuse les réseaux sociaux avec sa bouteille d'eau Décrochage alarmant des finances publiques.

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Conçue et développée en étroite collaboration avec la Marine nationale, la Navygraf Barracuda CMM.20 Édition Limitée tire son nom du programme de sous-marins Barracuda et rend hommage à l'univers des Forces Sous-Marines françaises.Héritière directe de la Navygraf Yema des années 1970, cette édition limitée associe un cadran et une lunette en carbone forgé à des accents tactiques rouges et un fond de boîte « Forces Sous-Marines ».Elle est animée par le calibre manufacture micro-rotor CMM.20 de Yema, offrant une précision chronométrique et une réserve de marche de 70 heures.Dans cet épisode, je vous propose de passer au crible cette nouvelle montre limitée à 400 exemplaires monde.Et surtout, n'hésitez pas à me dire en commentaire ce que vous pensez de cette nouvelle Barracuda, j'ai vraiment hâte de lire vos retours !Bonne écoute

L'Albiceleste héroïque ! Après un match renversant, encore une fois ce mercredi, les Argentins se sont qualifiés pour leur deuxième finale consécutive en coupe du Monde. Lionel Messi et ses partenaires ont sorti l'Angleterre 2-1 alors qu'ils étaient menés 1à 0 à cinq minutes du coup de sifflet final. La capitale Buenos Aires était en effervescence hier, comme l'a constaté Caroline Vicq. Haïti : les débuts compliqués du processus électoral Comme chaque mardi, Frantz Duval, rédacteur en chef du Nouvelliste, nous éclaire sur l'actualité d'Haïti. Aujourd'hui, à la Une, le lancement du processus électoral avec l'inscription de 316 partis politiques par le Conseil électoral provisoire. « Organiser des élections avec autant de partis, c'est impossible », estime le responsable du journal. « C'est pourquoi le Conseil électoral leur a demandé de se regrouper. Mais le délai qu'il leur a accordé (5 jours) est trop court ». L'ancien président haïtien Michel Martelly est rentré par surprise à Port-au-Prince, ce mercredi. « Son retour n'avait pas été annoncé officiellement. Il a été accuelli par ses amis, d'anciens ministres et un groupe de musique, ce qui a attiré les chalands et permis à Michel Martelly d'avoir les belles images qu'il souhaitait », raconte Frantz Duval. L'ex-chef de l'État se trouve en Haïti pour répondre aux questions de la justice au sujet de l'assassinat de son prédécesseur Jovenel Moïse. Mais « en pleine période électorale, il compte certainement placer ses pions et se remettre au centre du jeu », souligne le journaliste. Enfin, dernier sujet à lire dans le Nouvelliste : le départ de Stéphane Migna qui dirigera désormais la sélection du Gabon. Or « Haïti joue la Coupe des Caraïbes en septembre. Il faut de toute urgence reconstituer une équipe viellissante », explique Frantz Duval. Compliqué sans sélectionneur...   Les États-Unis imposent de nouveaux droits de douane au Brésil Nouvel épisode dans la guerre commerciale entre les États-Unis et le Brésil. Washington a annoncé ce mercredi (15 juillet 2026) qu'à compter du 22 juillet, certains produits brésiliens seront taxés à 25%. Alors que la plupart des précédentes surtaxes douanières imposées par les États-Unis ont été annulées en février, par la Cour suprême, Donald Trump ressort cette arme politico-commerciale dans le but de peser sur la présidentielle qui aura lieu au Brésil début octobre. Le président étasunien cherche à favoriser son allié, Flavio Bolsonaro. Mais sa stratégie est à double tranchant, nous epxlique Marine de La Moissonnière du service international de RFI.   Pérou : les ravages d'El Niño Selon les scientifiques, El Niño, phénomène océanographique qui entraîne une hausse des températures du Pacifique, devrait atteindre des niveaux records cette année. Si on attend des sécheresses et des inondations sans pareil à partir du mois d'octobre sur la côte pacifique du continent sud-américain, les premières répercussions se font déjà sentir au Pérou : les poissons se font de plus en plus rares. Reportage de Martin Chabal.  À écouter aussiClimat: l'ONU juge «probable à 80%» un épisode El Niño «intense» cet été Le journal de la 1ère La frontière entre la France et les Pays-Bas bientôt définitivement fixée… sur l'île de Saint-Martin.

What does American patriotism look like in 2026? According to a recent Gallup poll, patriotism hit a 25-year record low this year, with one-third of respondents saying they have extreme pride in their national identity. What does it mean to be a patriot? Are Americans are living up to the country's ideals 250 years since its founding? Our guests explore these questions and more. In studio: Mark Assini, retired, former Gates town supervisor, and former Monroe County legislator Eve Elzenga, Rochester resident, humanist, and life-long activist Adrian Hale, New York State Regent, civic leader, and U.S. Marine and combat veteran Nate Salzman, member of Brighton Town Council and Democratic nominee for Brighton town supervisor ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Wyoming Seminary sent 26 ranked recruits to D1 in six years and put 4.5% of this year's NCAA tournament field on the mat, all without handing out a single NIL deal. Head coach Will Weber explains how a Marine's standards, two wrestle-offs a season, and brutal honesty with blue-chip recruits built wrestling's best college prep pipeline.Guest: Will Weber, Head Coach at Wyoming Seminary; 12 years with the Blue Knights program, Marine Corps veteranTopics: D1 recruiting pipeline, wrestle-off culture, coaching entitled blue-chip recruits, program fundraising without NIL, building a club from scratch, Scott Green's legacy at Sem

À Cap-Haïtien, faute de stocks de poches de sang suffisants pour effectuer des transfusions, de nombreux patients ne peuvent être pris en charge et bien souvent décèdent. Le chef-lieu du département du Nord fait face, depuis plusieurs mois, à une grave pénurie de sang transfusionnel. Faute de matériels adéquats et de locaux appropriés, la Croix-Rouge du Cap-Haïtien se trouve dans l'incapacité de collecter et de conserver le sang dans de bonnes conditions. Elle ne dispose pas non plus de laboratoire. Les quelques poches de sang collectées doivent ainsi être envoyées dans la capitale pour être traitées et analysées, avant d'être retournées à la Croix-Rouge. Très souvent, elles ne reviennent jamais alors que les malades agonisent. Un dossier de Ronel Paul.   Le Cartel de Jalisco menace des gangs rivaux à Mexico Au Mexique, le Cartel de Jalisco Nouvelle Génération, l'une des organisations de narcotrafiquants les plus puissantes du pays, refait parler de lui. L'une de ses branches vient de diffuser une vidéo de propagande sur les réseaux sociaux. Elle y déclare la guerre à deux groupes criminels rivaux de la région de Mexico. Une vidéo publiée alors que le cartel a subi plusieurs revers ces derniers mois : la mort de son chef, El Mencho, tué dans une opération de l'armée mexicaine en février ; et la capture de son potentiel successeur, « le Jardinier », en avril. Explications, François-Damien Bourgery, du service International de RFI.   En Colombie, les effets de la réforme du travail La Colombie se prépare à investir son nouveau président, le millionnaire d'extrême droite, Abelardo de la Espriella élu en juin. Il prendra la place du gouvernement de gauche de Gustavo Petro, le 7 août 2026, qui laissera derrière lui une réforme majeure du temps de travail qui entre en vigueur aujourd'hui. Les Colombiens ne travailleront plus que 42 heures par semaine, contre 44 heures jusqu'à présent. Marine de La Moissonnière, du service International de RFI, s'est rendue dans le quartier de Barrios Unidos à Bogota, un quartier de classe moyenne.

Dawn Stensland opens the hour with the stunning final exoneration of Zachary Reihl, a local Marine veteran, Temple University graduate, and J6 defendant who had his seditious conspiracy conviction completely thrown out. Dawn breaks down how Reihl survived over a year in pre-trial solitary confinement while treated worse than international terrorists. Reihl joins the show directly to expose the malicious tactics used by federal prosecutors—including withholding evidence, using coerced witness testimony, and scheduling critical hearings on his wife's pregnancy due date—and details his upcoming book and documentary highlighting the weaponization of the justice system. The crew then shifts focus to Washington, where Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan delivered rare Capitol Hill testimony to justify a major budget increase amid skyrocketing personal threats. We react to Justice Barrett's chilling, highly personal accounts of having to explain a bulletproof vest to her twelve-year-old son during the Dobbs leak and experiencing a dangerous swatting incident at her family home. Meanwhile, Donald Trump dominates the foreign policy front, greeting the new businessman-turned-prime-minister of Iraq at the White House and posting a massive Truth Social decree detailing a total maritime blockade on Iranian cargo and massive trade agreements in the Gulf. Finally, Abington Township Police Chief and Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association President Patrick Malloy joins the show to provide a law enforcement perspective on the growing debate over Flock license plate reader cameras. Chief Malloy addresses the privacy concerns of libertarians while demonstrating how these devices are vital in tracking international theft rings, locating missing non-verbal children, and solving local burglaries. Malloy also weighs in on a tragic hit-and-run arrest in Abington and argues passionately that true criminal justice reform in the region is completely impossible without comprehensive education reform and school choice.

The constant Japanese air attacks are joined by Naval bombardment. But the Marine's supplies or lack thereof is still issue #1. Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus episodes, expert interviews, and commercial-free listening for just $5/month! Every penny supports the show and keeps the history coming. https://worldwariipodcast.net/members/ Donations are always welcome and help keep the History of WWII Podcast free for all. https://bit.ly/3UuTZxU  Follow The History of WWII Podcast: RSS – https://feeds.megaphone.fm/history-of-world-war-ii Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/wwii45 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/rayharrisjr/ TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@wwiiguy YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@historyofwwiipodcast8712 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week an appeals court opened the way for Marine Le Pen of French far-right party National Rally to stand in next year's presidential election. If the far right comes to power in Paris it will be the culmination of a long journey that is outlined in The Dark Side of France: A History of the Far Right, a new book by Irish journalist Enda O'Doherty. Hugh talks to O'Doherty about his book and what a Le Pen victory would mean. They discuss tensions within National Rally between economically liberal conservatism and its working-class base and trace the far right's roots from the Dreyfus Affair and antisemitism through Action Française, Vichy collaboration, the Algeria crisis and how Marine's father Jean-Marie Le Pen built up National Rally, then called Front National.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dans ce tout premier épisode de Vulgaire le jeu, on te raconte la vie de Claude Monet, le mec qui a décidé en 1883 que peindre flou, c'était le futur

The latest on the Summit Fire burning in the Antelope Valley. Rosebud Academy, a charter school in Altadena that was lost to the Eaton Fire, hosts a big comedy fundraise to help rebuild. Did you know that Caltech has a marine lab in Orange County -- and it's open to the public? Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Trump re-posted a video of Somali children graduation kindergarten. The Somali community thought he was attacking him. POW flag mystery in the quaint hamlet of Marine on the St Croix. Mayor of St Louis Park visited Somalia over the 4th of July. Only Kenny cared. Heard On The Show:$150K reward offered for Minnesota Feeding Our Future fraud suspectMinnesota State Fair 2026: Full list of 36 new foods and vendorsUS-Iran ceasefire crumbles as fresh strikes rock Middle EastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Rowland Podcast Episode 1018 is a conversation with marine life artist Dennis Friel, host of the Connected by Water podcast, on what it actually takes to paint fish for a living — from the Star brite SeaSafe event and a live-painted mahi, to leaving a 17-year music-business career, to whether AI is the next Napster for working artists, and where he really stands on Florida's shark debate.

Keith Gillispie deployed overseas 13 times as an active duty Marine. His kids didn't know who he was. That was the moment he decided real estate would be his path to financial freedom and time with his family. Now he runs two companies, coaches high-income W-2 earners and military investors, and has helped hundreds of investors build businesses that run on systems instead of chaos.   In this episode, Chris sits down with Keith, founder of REI Automated, to talk about what it actually takes to build a real estate business when you are strapped for time. Keith works primarily with active duty military, first responders, executives, and other high-demand professionals who are making good money but have no time to spare. His answer to that problem is automation, and his platform has systematized more than 90% of the repetitive, time-consuming tasks that keep most investors stuck in the weeds.   Keith also breaks down the three ingredients every investor needs to succeed: the right education, the right systems, and the right support. He explains why most people in the so-called coaching space are not actually coaches, how to vet who you learn from, and why asking for help is the one thing most former military investors resist the longest.   One of his clients, an active duty naval officer carrying a full course load, closed his tenth deal in under a year. The excuse is not the issue. The system is.   Key Takeaways   Every business that has stood the test of time runs on systems. Once you build the right systems, you can automate the majority of your workflow and let a computer do the repetitive work so you can focus on what actually drives revenue. There are three ingredients you need to succeed in real estate: the right education, the right systems, and the right support. You can have the first two and still burn out or quit without someone in your corner who has been through it. Busy work that does not drive revenue will kill your business. Rule number one is keep revenue in first position. If what you are doing right now is not moving a deal forward, stop and get on the phone with sellers. Most people in the education space are not coaches. Before you invest in someone's program, find out if they are actively doing deals, not just talking about them. Real coaching comes from people who are still in the trenches. Success leaves clues, but you have to meet people where they are. If someone is in chapter 15 of their journey and you are in chapter one, do not copy what they are doing now. Ask them what they did at the beginning.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 00:18 Who is Keith Gillispie? 01:50 Keith Gillispie's Background: From Active Duty Marine to Real Estate 04:41 Helping High-Income W-2 Earners and First Responders 05:36 The Importance of Systems and Automation in Business 06:58 Managing Business Through Virtual Assistants and Checklists 08:35 Learning Creative Financing and Other Strategies Beyond Wholesaling 09:23 Busy Work Vs. Revenue-Driving Actions 10:14 The Three Ingredients for Success: Education, Systems, and Support 11:54 The Advantages of Creative Deals and the 3 Paydays System 14:25 Navigating the Challenges of Growing 2 Companies Simultaneously 16:17 Education, Information and Qualified Coaching 18:11 Free Courses and Resources for Investors 20:18 The Importance of Finding a Mentor   Links   3 Paydays® Live https://3paydayslive.com/podcast   Free Discovery Call https://smartrealestatecoachpodcast.com/discovery   3 Paydays® System Mastery Course - Use coupon code for 50% off https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qls Coupon code: pod   Apprentice Program 3PaydaysApprentice.com/Podcast    Masterclass https://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   3 Paydays Books https://3paydaysbooks.com/podcast   Partners https://smartrealestatecoach.com/podcastresources

The Democratic Party is once again in upheaval as Graham Platner, its unconventional nominee to knock out longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, faces a rape accusation that threatens to end his once-powerful campaign and endanger Democrats' chances of flipping a key seat in the November midterm elections.Platner, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer whose anti-establishment campaign had already weathered a series of scandals, has denied the rape allegation from ex-girlfriend Jenny Racicot, which Politico first reported on Monday. His campaign said the allegation was “coached and coordinated by out of state establishment operatives,” though it was supported by messages Racicot sent in 2023, long before Platner had a political profile. Despite Platner's denials, a cascade of Democratic politicians, operatives, and organizations have called on him to drop out of the race by 5 p.m. next Monday, in time to be removed from the general election ballot. Platner has said he would only drop out if he's allowed to pick his successor to face Collins in November. If Platner withdraws, Maine Democrats would have to pick a new candidate by July 27.That's set off a scramble to find a replacement nominee and point fingers over the darkest chapter yet in a race that had already drawn national attention for a series of controversies — including accusations that Platner had twisted another woman's arm behind her back and trapped her in a room; a sexting scandal; a Nazi tattoo; and a series of Reddit posts in which he belittled sexual assault, asked why Black people don't tip, and disparaged white and rural voters. (Platner has denied that he mistreated women and apologized for the tattoo, text messages, and Reddit posts.)Where does the Democratic Party — and the insurgent movement that saw Platner as a powerful rebuke to the establishment — go now? We're bringing you an extra episode of The Intercept Briefing this week to cover Platner's downfall and where Maine voters might look next. In this episode, host Akela Lacy speaks with Adam Carlson, a Democratic strategist and founding partner of the polling firm Zenith Research who supported Platner through all the other scandals until Monday — and now says he was wrong.“We — as in, the people who were looking for something different — looked at past nominees against Collins and wanted to try something different,” Carlson told The Intercept Briefing. “An outsider, someone who could appeal to white working-class voters, appeal to disaffected Trump voters, independents, Republicans, maybe someone who didn't fall neatly along partisan lines, progressive economic populist, but also pro-Second Amendment. A bit more heterodox.” When Platner launched his campaign, “it's, like, here comes this guy who epitomizes what we are lacking.”The story has reanimated the age-old feud between Democrats loyal to the party establishment and a surging cohort of progressive and leftist candidates bucking the party line. But while competing factions rush to use Platner's downfall as evidence of their own political prowess, Carlson says, they're learning the wrong lessons.“Yes, you should have better vetting. Yes, having people who are in public office who have faced some level of media scrutiny are less likely to have these kinds of things appear. Not foolproof — look at Eric Swalwell,” Carlson said. “But I think you can overlearn the lessons from this and try and turn this into a factional win. And I think that all this is subtext for the conversation that we're about to have in 2028.”Full transcript: https://interc.pt/4vUSFVg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Black, guest author, introduces two central protagonists, Manus Campbell and Chuck Searcy, who arrived in Vietnam in June 1967. Campbell, a young Marine from New Jersey, was driven by a desire to prove himself to his demanding father and joined the elite Marines to become a hero. He was assigned to the first battalion of the fourth Marines and deployed to I Corps, the most dangerous combat zone in the country. Conversely, Searcy, a former Goldwater supporter from Georgia, enlisted in military intelligence to avoid the frontline combat he dreaded. While Campbell faced the brutal reality of the A Shau Valley—a strategic North Vietnamese stronghold that was never recovered by the US—Searcy was stationed in Saigon. In Saigon, Searcy began to see the war's disconnect from reality, observing that intelligence reporting was often manipulated to provide the "rosy face" demanded by politicians and generals. The A Shau Valley remained critical because its difficult, fog-shrouded terrain provided a bastion for the North to launch attacks on cities like Hue during the upcoming Tet Offensive. Both men arrived as the war reached a stalemate, forcing both sides to change their tactics. The Long Reckoning (3)