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In this episode, Brock talks with Deed Zieglar. Deed is a former Marine Corps infantry and intelligence officer and now, in addition to working in business development at Anduril, is the founder of Recpak, an ultralight meal replacement drink for harsh and austere environments. Deed discusses how the idea for Recpak originated from long time spent leading a sniper platoon in the Marines where movement and conditions often prevent the use of MREs. We discuss the importance of social mission and how to guage whether you're doing your life's work or not. Deed also talks about the benefits of Kickstarter to launch a business, how to grow a team in pace with the business, and why product development is much harder and expensive than most people think. Episode Resources: Deed on LinkedIn Reckpak Show Notes: Starting a CPG brand for military personnel. 0:23 Finding problems and finding motivation to do something about it. 6:09 Life's work and the importance of staying committed to one's passions. 14:11 Product validation and market fit for a physical product. 17:54 Product development, validation, and funding challenges. 22:29 Kickstarter success and product launch strategies. 29:06 Marketing strategies for a new product. 34:14 Ecommerce channels and customer mix. 40:43 Entrepreneurship, product development, and sales. 46:44 Hiring and managing employees in a new business venture. 50:32 Entrepreneurship, mission, and giving back. 57:30 Charitable giving and outdoor conservation efforts. 1:00:47 -- The Scuttlebutt Podcast - The podcast for service members and veterans building a life outside the military. The Scuttlebutt Podcast features discussions on lifestyle, careers, business, and resources for service members. Show host, Brock Briggs, talks with a special guest from the community committed to helping military members build a successful life, inside and outside the service. Follow along:    • Episode & transcript: https://www.scuttlebuttpodcast.co/ • Brock: https://www.brockbriggs.com/

The production of "Full Metal Jacket" (1987), directed by the legendary Stanley Kubrick, was a painstakingly detailed and immersive experience that exemplified the director's penchant for perfectionism. Kubrick's approach to creating the gritty world of the Vietnam War was nothing short of meticulous. One of the standout aspects of the production was the casting and training of the actors. Kubrick sought out actors who could fully embody their roles, and this included intense auditions and physical transformations. Vincent D'Onofrio, who portrayed the troubled Private Pyle, famously gained a significant amount of weight for his character, while the entire cast underwent boot camp-style military training to convincingly portray soldiers. This immersive preparation allowed the actors to inhabit their roles with an authenticity that shines through in the film. Another hallmark of the production was Kubrick's dedication to creating authentic settings. The film was shot in real-world locations, including England and London's former Beckton Gas Works, which were transformed into war-torn Vietnamese landscapes. The attention to detail was remarkable, from the realistic military equipment and uniforms to the hand-painted "Born to Kill" helmet worn by Private Joker, played by Matthew Modine. Kubrick's insistence on practical effects and his willingness to take the time necessary to achieve his vision contributed to the film's raw and uncompromising portrayal of the Vietnam War. The result was a cinematic masterpiece that continues to be celebrated for its realism and artistry. If you enjoy the show we have a Patreon, become a supporter. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/thevhsstrikesback⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Plot Summary: "Full Metal Jacket" (1987), directed by Stanley Kubrick, offers a gripping and unflinching portrayal of the Vietnam War through a two-part narrative. The first part unfolds in a U.S. Marine Corps boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina. Here, the audience is introduced to a group of young recruits undergoing brutal training under the iron fist of Gunnery Sergeant Hartman (R. Lee Ermey). The recruits, including the cynical and quick-witted Private Joker (Matthew Modine) and the struggling and mentally unstable Private Pyle (Vincent D'Onofrio), endure physical and psychological torment as they are molded into efficient killing machines. This part of the film delves deep into the dehumanizing effects of military training, emphasizing the loss of individuality and the emergence of a collective soldier identity. The second part of the film takes place in the heart of the Vietnam War itself. Joker, now a war correspondent, and his fellow Marines are thrust into the brutal and chaotic urban warfare of the Tet Offensive. They navigate the horrors of battle, facing a relentless enemy and witnessing the profound psychological toll the war takes on both their comrades and themselves. Joker's journey culminates in a chilling confrontation with a deadly sniper, a moment that forces him to confront the moral complexities of war and the duality of human nature. "Full Metal Jacket" is a searing exploration of the dehumanization and psychological trauma inflicted by war, as well as an examination of the blurred lines between humanity and inhumanity in the crucible of combat. Kubrick's meticulous direction and the outstanding performances of the cast make it a haunting and enduring portrayal of the Vietnam War experience. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevhsstrikesback@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thevhsstrikesback/support

Michael W. Allison is a self-made entrepreneur and philanthropist who has dedicated his life to helping others by sharing his own story of dedication, resiliency, and faithfulness. He is the founder of The Adversity Academy and Groomed & Tailored. As a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, he was the recipient of a number of awards during his career including the distinguished Purple Heart Medal, several Navy Achievement Medals with two Bronze Stars and the Combat Action Medal. Michael holds an MBA in business, he is also the recipient of the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award from Indiana Wesleyan University. He is also a TEDx speaker, an author and mentor. Michael mission in life is to inspire people, empower them and make an impact in their lives. In episode 396 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what it was like for Michael to be deployed overseas with the US Marines managing $2.2M worth of government equipment daily, how he survived a 2004 car bomb explosion in Iraq, how success in the military translates into success in the corporate world, why he chose Indiana Wesleyan, how college students can make their student organizations more attractive to military veterans, how to empower and motivate people, how our listeners can get media attention about their stories or their organizations, and advice to college students who are going through a difficult time right now with stress and anxiety. Enjoy! 

In this week's Urban Valor episode, we're joined by Marine veteran Christopher Cendana. Hailing from Fremont, CA, Chris's journey into the military was inspired by his best friend and the uncertainty he faced after high school. He enlisted in the Marine Corps, specializing as a Diesel Mechanic. Chris shares his experiences from two deployments to Iraq, including a tragic incident where he was compelled to engage with an Iraqi family, resulting in heartbreaking consequences.Following his military service, Chris found his calling with Six Feet Above, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting and supporting veterans and service members dealing with mental health challenges through the therapeutic medium of skateboarding.

Last time we spoke about the battle of Beijing. General Gaselee and the 8 nation alliance began a grand march upon Beijing. They fought numerous battles at places like Beicang and Yangcun utterly routing the Qing and Boxer forces. The road to Beijing was laid bare open to them, lest it not be for the extreme summer heat which took the lives of many. The Russians attempted to outrace everyone else to Beijing, but quickly bit off more than they could chew. Ultimately the British were the first ones to enter the foreign legations. The besieged foreigners in the legations had been met with a last ditch effort by the Qing to overrun them, but they held on for dear life. Now Beijing was being occupied by the 8 nation alliance. What was to become of the Qing officials, of Empress Dowager Cixi? How would justice be served?   #67 The Boxer Rebellion part 7: The Boxer Protocol   Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Usually you would assume the story was won and done. The 8 national alliance was flooding into Beijing, as they say “the cavalry had arrived”, but it was not over. The next day of August 15th saw more violence. The French deployed 4 artillery pieces onto the Tartar wall and began bombarding the pink walls of the Imperial City. Meanwhile General Chaffee was mounting an assault upon the Imperial city alongside the American forces who were battering their way through a series of courtyards trying to get to the Imperial Cities southern gate. Their ultimate objective was the Forbidden City. When it seemed they were within reach of the Forbidden City, suddenly General Chaffee commanded a withdrawal. The commanders had been arguing at a conference and they all agreed that the 8 nation alliance should take a more conciliatory approach towards the Qing government. Everyone was wondering whether the Emperor and Empress Dowager remained within the Forbidden city. If there was to be a conciliation at all, they would be needed. Rumors began to emerge stating if the Empress Dowager were still in the city, she would most likely commit suicide rather than be taken prisoner. Lenox Simpson was trying to investigate the situation, riding up to the Imperial City where he discovered a terrified Eunuch huddled in a Qing guardhouse in the outer wall. He asked the eunuch how many forces guarded the Forbidden city and the whereabouts of the Emperor and Empress Dowager. The Eunuch blurted out “The Emperor, the Empress Dowager, and indeed, the whole Court, had disappeared—had fled, was gone.” There are countless tales of how it occurred, the dramatic flight of the Qing court. It is most likely the decision to flee Beijing came about in the early hours of August 15th. One account given by magistrate Wu Yung claimed he helped the Empress Dowager flee. Cixi was disguised in dark blue clothes of a Chinese peasant woman, they even clipped her nails, go google a picture of Cixi, imagine clipping those things haha. Allegedly Cixi told Wu Yung as she was hastily grabbing some personal belongs “Who would have thought it would come to this?” Of the things she hastily grabbed, one was a precious bloodstone that she believed protect her through all dangers. She boarded one of three wooden carts, and Cixi forcefully grabbed the emperor not allowing him to be taken as a hostage, alongside her niece and the heir apparent. The Imperial concubines were forbidden to accompany them and made tearful farewell. It is said Emperor Guangxu's favorite concubine begged to take her with him, prompting Cixi who hated the girl to demand she be tossed down a well. Apparently the Eunuchs rolled the poor girl up in a carpet and literally tossed her down a well in front of Emperor Guangxu, which is hardcore? Another account has it that Cixi tricked the girl by telling her “We will all stay where we are, but we cannot allow ourselves to be taken alive by Western barbarians. There is only one way out for you and me—we must both die. It is easy. You go first—I promise to follow you.” Then the Eunuch tossed her in the well, one other account has the Eunuchs simply tossing the girl down the well after the imperial party departed because they didn't like her. Can't help but picture Varies from GOT leading eunuchs to get revenge on a royal family haha.  Empress Dowager Cixi had fled the Imperial city once before, in fact 40 years prior during the 2nd opium war. Was a symbolic moment. Back then she had apparently told the Emperor to stay in the city lest the British and French raze Beijing to the ground, this time she did the opposite. On August 10th, Cixi had made an imperial decree ordering General Jung Lu and some other Qing officials to remain in Beijing and maintain the government in exile. The royal party fled through roads filled with others fleeing the city. Their eunuch planners assumed they would buy provisions along the way, but when they entered the countryside they found it completely devastated. On August 17th the royal party made it to the small town of Huailai, north of Beijing. The Boxers and disaffected troops had devastated the town so much, there was only a bowl of millet and green bean porridge to serve the Empress Dowager. Apparently to this she said to her host “In time of distress this is enough. Can I at this time say what is good and what is not good?” From Huailai they traveled to Kalgan and Tatung, near the Mongolian plateau, before they turned towards Taiyuan. Now being so far from Beijing they felt safer and thus instead of conducting themselves under the guise as peasants they now openly showed themselves and told people they were performing an official tour of inspection. It is said by Wu Yung the empress dowager enjoyed talking to him and told him “talk as you please”, and she herself took a large interest in talking to locals and visiting temples and attractions. Wu Yung theorized she had been cooped up for so long in the imperial city, the outside world fascinated her. The mule litters were replaced with sedan chairs, Cixi began wearing luxurious Manchu garb and regrew her fingernails.  Soon the royal party were issuing edicts and receiving reports on the situation of the court in Beijing. Countless governors, viceroys and other Qing officials flocked to pay respects and tribute to the royal party. They stayed in Taiyuan for 3 weeks at the home of Yuxiang where he boasted to Cixi of how many foreigners he executed. However the Taiyuan massacre meant the foreigners might come to the city for revenge, so the royal party continued southwest towards Sian, the old capital of the Tang dynasty. This was territory held by General Dong Fuxiang whose troops were the primary ones escorting the royal party. It was under Dong Fuxiang's protection the royal party now hunkered down for winter. It is said Guangxu's nephew began drawing pictures of demons and would often sketch a large tortoise with the name Yuan Shikai on its back. You see the tortoise was a symbol of homosexuality, thus it was to insult Yuan Shikai who was seen as an enemy who betrayed Guangxu. It is also said Guangxu took the pictures, hung them up on walls and fired crossbows at them. Personally this story to me sounds like an author giving a bit of foreshadowing flavor, for Yuan Shikai would perform even greater betrayals later on. Indeed Yuan Shikai is kind of a meme on my personal channel, over there I have to the point of me writing this script, covered 1830-1932 thus far for Chinese-Japanese history. Yuan Shikai is a behemoth when it comes to the formation of modern day China and honestly his story is interesting to say the least. If you ever want to jump into the future, just check out my content at the Pacific War channel on the Xinhai revolution and China's warlord era episodes, or better yet the full China warlord documentary that encompasses pretty much all of it. Anyways. Back over in Beijing, news of the flight of the Qing court was not met with surprise by the foreigners. Now the foreigners were uncertain what to do next. For some it was a bit reminiscent of Napoleon's arrival to a deserted Moscow, without the highest ranking Qing officials, what could they do? Meanwhile, one place that was still under threat was Peitang. Over at the Peitang Cathedral the foreigners had been fighting for their lives the entire time. When news emerged that the foreign legations had been rescued, everyone in the Cathedral at Peitang rejoiced awaiting their own rescue. The Cathedral was the only Christian building within the Imperial city that was able to hold on and defend itself. It was a miracle they managed to do so. The commander of 30 French marines sent by Pichon on June 1st to help out at Peitang was Lt Paul Henry. At the age of just 23, Bishop Favier had to say of his conduct “he was as pious as he is brave— a true Breton.” Henry had been given an impossible task, to defend an area with around 1400 yards of wall 12-15 feet high with a tiny amount of troops. Henry had the men dig trenches, erect parapets, and used the Cathedral as a last stronghold if they were overrun. The first week of June saw fires erupt throughout the capital and gunfire could be heard everywhere. Bishop Favier looked out from the top of the cathedral to see on the 13th and 14th churches and cathedrals in Beijing being razed to the ground. Refugees poured into Peitang Cathedral more and more, and on the 15th a group of Catholic sisters and children were running from Boxers to the cathedral with Favier giving this account of the scene “Their leader, on horse, is a lama or bonze [priest]; he precedes an immense red flag, surrounded by young Boxers who have undergone the incantations and are likewise dressed in red. They burned perfumed sticks, prostrated themselves on entering our street to the south, and then advanced in compact bands”. The French marines allowed them to reach 200 yards from the barricades before unleashing a volley wounded 50 and sending them fleeing. By June 18th, Henry worried about enemy artillery and tried to fortify the defenses more so. On the 20th, news of von Kettelers death came, Pichon sent a message to Favier, there was no hope of fleeing Beijing. 3420 people, two thirds of which were women and children were trapped in Peitang. Their defenses were comically small, 30 French and a dozen Italian marines, whose commander was Lt Olivieri aged 25. The able bodied Chinese christians volunteered to bolster the forces, making spears, brandishing some knives and a few were given rifles by the marines. June 22nd saw Krupp guns firing upon Peitang shattering windows and sending bricks flying. The main gate to Peitang was being battered by shells. Lt Henry led a sortie of 4 marines and 30 Chinese christians to seize the artillery piece hitting the main gate. They managed to seize it, losing 2 Chinese in the process. The next day simply saw more artillery bombardment. By the 26th, all the buildings near Peitang were ablaze and Boxers were seen erecting ladders and scaffoldings against the walls. The defenders were being pot shotted at every day. On the 27th Henrys second in command Jouannic was shot in the shoulder and would die 3 days later. By July 1st the defenders of Peitang began to eat mule and horse as they ran out of vegetables. Smallpox broke out amongst the children, by July 3rd 15 were dying per day.  The french marines began making scarecrows to help against snipers. It turned out the watchmakers amongst their Chinese christians were capable of creating cartridges for Mausers and other guns. The defenders were able to manufacture powder for cannons with things they seized from the surrounding enemy during sorties. The men fired only 100 rounds per day, Henry noted on July 5th 13 rounds were only fired, on the 14th 74. Famine was more threatening than lack of ammunition. On July 6th Henry checked rations and estimated they could hold out for 20 days. The Boxers began manufacturing exploding missiles that they lobbed at the cathedral. These were a sort of fire pot, a container carrying around three pounds of gunpowder with long fuses. On a single day the Boxers tossed more than 250 of these, but the defenders ingeniously put buckets, casks and even bathtubs full of water everywhere to fight the emerging fires.  The Qing artillery smashed the cathedrals clock tower and walls without mercy. On July 18th, the defenders were countermining when a mine exploded killing 25 and injuring 28. One French marine described the carnage “where bits of waste meat were being dragged out, fragments of flesh and severed limbs were spattered about and part of someone's chest was smashed against a wall”. Qing troops atop the Imperial City walls fired down upon the defenders at all times. By July 28th rations were a meager 8 ounces of food per day. On July 30th the Qing assaulted the north wall, setting the cathedral roof on fire. Henry tried rallying the men and took a bullet in the neck and another into his side. Henry died in the arms of a priest 20 minutes later and was buried beneath a statue of Our Lady of Lourdes in the Cathedral garden. Olivieri took command after his death. The Qing and Boxers seemed emboldened and began firing arrows with messages to the Christian Chinese urging them to abandon the foreigners and return to the old ways. “You, Christians, shut up in the Pei-tang, reduced to the greatest misery, eating leaves of trees, why do you resist? We have leveled cannon and set mines against you, and you will be destroyed in a short time. You have been deceived by the devils of Europe; return to the ancient religion . . . deliver up Bishop Favier and the others, and you will have saved your lives, and we will give you to eat. If you do not do so, you, your wives and children, will all be cut into pieces.” It is said the Boxers believed Bishop Favier was a demon who was using an invulnerability spell by smearing menstrual blood over his faced and nailing naked women and dead fetuses to the Cathedral walls. They also believed the foreigners posed a weapon called “the ten thousand woman flag” woven from female pubic hair which stole power from the Boxer gods. Gotta hand it to their imagination. Despite the messages, the Chinese Christians stayed put. By August 2nd the besieged were starving and began trying to capture stray dogs to eat. On August 5th, Favier wrote this “we can resist balls, bullets, and bombs, but there is no defense against famine.” On August 10th, 400 pounds of rice and a mule were all that remained. Favier was forced to send Christian Chinese out in desperation to try and reach the foreign legation for help. Many were flayed, beheaded and put in spikes near Peitang. On August 12th a violent explosion shook Peitang a giant mine had gone off causing a crater 7 yards deep and 40 yards wide. It buried 5 Italian marines with Olivieri and 80 Chinese. Olivieri recounted being saved with the burial “They succeeded in uncovering one of my hands, and finding it still warm, redoubled their efforts until my whole body was free”. However his men were mutilated and dying. The mine had caused a large breach in the wall and the enemy could easily have stormed Peitang, but they didn't. Another mine went off the following day, but the enemy did not storm Peitang. Just when it seemed they were all going to die on August 14th the defender heard Boxers scream out “The devils from Europe are approaching!” The Boxers were also screaming at the defenders of Peitang that they would all be massacred before their rescuers got to them. But Oliveiri and the defenders watch as Qing banners were lowered from walls, Qing soldiers and Boxers were beginning to flee.  By 5pm they saw europeans on the walls waving an american flag.  The defenders waited for their rescue on August 15th, but no one was coming. Olivieri worried the relief force had been repelled. Then suddenly Japanese troops climbed over the walls and stormed into Peitang. Olivieri rushed over shouting “we are saved!”. The other members of the 8 nation alliance were rather shocked by the actions of the Japanese, Peitang was a French responsibility. The French force that entered Beijing however was too small to fight their way to Peitang. As General Frey noted “What was our surprise to see ahead of us between 250 and 300 Japanese whose presence nobody could explain.” The Japanese without any fuss simply did the deed on their own merit.  Peitang saw 400 people including 166 children die during the siege, unlike the fight for the legations Peitang never had a single day of rest. There was no truce for Peitang, the defenders fought every single day. As Favier assessed the damage in Beijing he had this to say “In Pekin, three churches, seven large chapels, the colleges, hospitals—all are destroyed. . . . The Peitang . . . damaged by shells, is the only building undestroyed. . . . In short, the ruin is almost entire, the work of forty years is nearly annihilated; the courage of missionaries, nevertheless, is not on the wane; we shall begin over again.” As Bishop Favier wandered Beijing, he estimated perhaps 30,000 catholics had been killed. News emerged that 200 foreign nuns, priests, missionaries and their family members had been murdered. Half the population of Beijing fled in terror as the foreign armies flooded in. Many Qing officials committed suicide, many Chinese women with bound feet likewise did so. The special correspondent of the Daily Telegraph, Dr. E.J Dillon wrote “Chinese women honestly believed that no more terrible fate could overtake them than to fall alive into the hands of Europeans and Christians. It is to be feared that they were right.” Dillon personally saw the corpses of women who had been raped and bayoneted to death. Luella Miner within the foreign legation had this to say of the matter “The conduct of the Russian soldiers is atrocious, the French are not much better, and the Japanese are looting and burning without mercy.... Women and girls by hundreds have committed suicide to escape a worse fate at the hands of Russian and Japanese brutes. Our American soldiers saw them jumping into the river and into wells, in Tungchow. Twelve girls in one well, and one mother was drowning two of her little children in a large water jar.” Roger Keyes added his own account “Every Chinaman . . . was treated as a Boxer by the Russian and French troops, and the slaughter of men, women, and children in retaliation was revolting.” A British officer, Major Luke, told Keyes that “he had never seen anything more horrible, and some of his young Marines were literally sick”. Lenox Simpson stated he say British Indian forces molesting female Chinese christians until they were flogged by some foreign women. It is said the Japanese had planned ahead of time for the situation. According to Roger Keyes “their Government had wisely taken the precaution of sending their ‘regimental wives' [prostitutes] with them, and they were established in houses at Tientsin and Peking directly the troops settled down”. The first days of the occupation saw indiscriminate looting and rape by all nationalities. The allied commander in chief von Waldersee who only arrived in late september wrote “Every nationality accords the palm to some other in respect to the art of plundering, but it remains the fact that each and all of them went in hot and strong for plunder.” On August 18th all the diplomats and military commanders met at the Russian legation to discuss how to go about reprisals against the Qing. The Germans argued for severe punishment because of Von Kettelers murder, they wanted a punitive expedition and to raze the Imperial city. The Russians favored a more conciliatory line in northern China, but of course something I have not talked about was going on, the Russians had basically invaded Manchuria. One thing they all agreed upon was an enormous victory parade through the Imperial City, a grand humiliation. Each nation scrambled to be the first in the parade, the Russians argued they had the largest force, which was a lie, it was the Japanese. There are countless photographs of the foreign armies in the city and of the parade, but to give a brief description on August 28th George Morrison stated “the appearance of the French troops, complaining that there was every excuse for their uniforms to be dirty but that the faces of many of the men should be so too was quite inexcusable. The French looked singularly decadent in blue dungaree and that their commander, General Frey, was small and pot-bellied. He thought the Cossacks were “heavy” and “rough” but that the Germans looked “splendid” and the Japanese officers “very smart.” The British, by contrast, looked ather “rag tag and bobtail.” The dignity of the occasion was further undermined by the ineptitude of the Russian band, which could not keep pace with eight successive national anthems and found itself blasting out the “Marseillaise” as the Italians marched past the saluting base”. An army of eunuchs escorted by Qing officials brought the foreigners into the Forbidden city which saw looting. Indeed the looting of the capital of China by the 8 nation alliance is probably one of the largest looting accounts in human history, one of the sources I am using has an entire chapter dedicated to only story accounts of what was stolen and by whom, but its simply too much to delve into. Many museums today hold stolen items from this event. Within 24 hours of taking the city not a race of Boxers existed. There was a wild Boxer hunt that saw much horror. Daily executions occurred as described to us by George Morrison “The execution and the long drawn out neck. The butcher with his apron. The executioner tearing open his long coat—the grunt as he brought down the knife—the dogs lapping up the blood—the closeness of the head to the ground, the face nearly touching.” Apparently the Germans got their prisoners to dig their own trench before being shot in the back of the head. During september the allies were awaiting the arrival of von Waldersee, but a number of military operations were mounted against Boxer strongholds in the Beijing region.  Von Waldersee arrived to Beijing in October assuming command and established his HQ in Cixi's palace in the forbidden city. Von Waldersee decided punitive expeditions needed to be increased and Germany began taking the lead in several dozen. The countryside was butchered in a wild hunt for Boxers. Civilians, Qing soldiers, Qing officials, just about anyone faced numerous foreign troops who killed or abused them. Von Waldersee faced a more daunting task however, peace negotiations. There was a mutual distrust amongst the nations and conflicts broke out often. Li Hongzhang, poor old Li Hongzhang and Prince Qing were appointed the imperial plenipotentiary powers and only arrived in Beijing in October. The first meeting was held on Christmas Eve between them and the foreign ministers. Li Hongzhang was not present due to illness. The foreign ministers questioned whether the Qing plenipotentiaries were even real agents of the Emperor or Qing government in exile. Prince Qing managed to convince them he held authority. The allies pondered if the dynasty should change, but it was quickly apparent the Manchu would never allow for such a thing. All the ministers agreed the Manchu dynasty should remain on the throne. Then they pondered punishment of the guilty and a large indemnity on behalf of the Qing dynasty. The indemnity fee first brought up was 67,500,000 roughly 4.3 or so billion dollars by todays figures. The Americans argued it was far too high and would bankrupt China. American secretary of state John Hay sent a telegram to the great powers stating “America's policy was to bring permanent safety and peace to China and to preserve China's territorial integrity”. Von Waldersee would go on the record to say  “the United States it seems to desire that nobody shall get anything out of China.” However on May 26th an imperial edict announced that the indemnity payment would be 67,500,000$ to be paid in full over 39 years. The sum was to be distributed as follows: Russia 28.97%, Germany 20.02%, France 15.75%, Britain 11.25%, Japan 7.73%, United States 7.32%, Italy 7.32%, Belgium 1.89%, Austria-Hungary 0.89%, Netherlands 0.17%, Spain 0.03%, Portugal 0.021%, Sweden and Norway 0.014%. The payment by the way would only be amortized on December 31st of 1940.  Now the negotiations for punishments were a lot more complicated. The allies first wanted to see the executions of prominent pro-Boxer officials, which Empress Dowager Cixi wanted to avoid. Cixi made many counter proposals, but eventually was forced to hand over some officials. Yuxiang, the mastermind behind the Taiyuan massacre was reportedly executed, though notably there is a myth he simply went into exile. Qing official Ying Nien straggled himself, some other officials apparently were killed by having their mouths and nostrils stuffed with rice paper by eunuchs, which is a pretty weird one I must say, many were poisoned. Prince Duan and his brother escaped the death penalty and were exiled to Turkestan. Dong Fuxiang was too powerful to kill much to the dismay of the foreigners. Indeed his Muslim army in the northwest was the bulwark at the time, all he suffered was a demotion, but in reality he was now a major leading figure. Over 100 Qing officials were executed or exiled in the end.  A peace treaty containing 12 articles was signed in the Spanish legation on September 7th of 1901 known as the Boxer Protocol. The Qing were prohibited from importing arms and ammunition for 2 years; the Taku forts were ordered to be destroyed; the legation quarters would receive special status; Boxers and Qing officials who had supported them would face justice; the Zongli Yamen was replaced with a foreign office; the Qing government was to prohibit under the pain of death, any membership for anti-foreign societies; civil examinations were suspended for 5 years in any area that saw violence against foreigners; the Emperor Guangxu was to apologize to Kaiser Wilhelm for the murder of Baron von Ketteler; Emperor Guangxu was to appoint Na't'ung to be a special envoy to be sent to apologize the Emperor Meiji for the murder of Mr. Sugiyama; the Qing government was to erect a commemorative arch over the spot Baron von Ketteler was killed; and at last the great powers would be allowed to occupy numerous important cities so as to make sure their legations were protected. Empress Dowager Cixi was surprised by the terms of the treaty and that she was not punished personally. Hell China was not required to surrender any more territory. Some members of her court argued China should continue the war and that the 8 nation alliance could not hope to face the interior of China. Some argued if Dong Fuxiang were to be allowed to raise his force to 50,000 he could dislodge the foreign encroachment. Cixi however was as much a pragmatist as she was conservative in her ways. If the allied nations would allow Emperor Guangxu and her to return to Beijing retaining their honor, she believed she had little to lose. She also was not a moron and understood exactly why the Boxer Protocol was made in the way it was, the great powers wanted to received payments and in order to do so, needed the Manchu to sit on the throne. She ordered Li Hongzhang to do all he could to re-establish relations with the foreign governments. She also ordered any decrees she made praising the Boxers to be expunged from the official records and secretly ordered all blame to be placed on Guangxu. She gave posthumous honors to all the progressive Qing officials she had beheaded during the siege and disinherited the heir apparent son of Prince Duan, whom apparently she did not like much. An imperial decree in the name of Emperor Guangxu announced “Our Sacred Mother's advanced age renders it necessary that we should take the greatest care of her health, so that she may attain to peaceful longevity; a long journey in the heat being evidently undesirable, we have fixed on the 19th day of the 7th Moon [1 September] to commence our return journey and are now preparing to escort Her Majesty.” The return to Beijing should be held as one of the greatest feats of public relations exercises in history, second only to Robert Downey Jr. The 700 mile journey began in October of 1901 seeing the imperial family carried in yellow sedan chairs, sparing no expense. George Morrison details it quite well  “Along the frost-bound uneven tracks which serve for roads in northern China, an unending stream of laden wagons croaked and groaned through the short winter's day and on, guided by soldier torch-bearers through bitter nights to the appointed stopping places. But for the Empress Dowager and the Emperor there was easy journeying and a way literally made smooth. Throughout its entire distance the road over which the Imperial palanquins were carried had been converted into a smooth, even surface of shining clay, soft and noiseless under foot; not only had every stone been removed but as the procession approached gangs of men were employed in brushing the surface with feather brooms. At intervals of about ten miles, well-appointed rest-houses had been built.The cost of this King's highway, quite useless of course for the ordinary traffic of the country, was stated by a native contractor to amount to fifty Mexican dollars for every eight yards—say, £1,000 per mile—the clay having to be carried in some places from a great distance. As an example of the lavish expenditure of the Court and its officials in a land where squalor is a pervading feature, this is typical.” The Empress Dowager crossed the yellow river in a gilded, lacquered, dragon shaped barge after offering wine and incense to the river god. Believe it or not, the last part of the journey was done by train and Empress Dowager Cixi looked excited to be in what she called an “iron centipede”. Everyone in Beijing was given an imperial decree to graciously permit them to watch the royal family return to the Imperial Court. We are told “As Cixi got out of her chair, the Empress glanced up at the smoke-blackened walls and saw us: a row of foreigners . . . and, looking up at us, lifted her closed hands under her chin, and made a series of little bows.” Cixi was a lover of theatricals and made sure it was a hell of a show.  Within days foreign ministers were summoned to present themselves to the Emperor and for the first time officially enter the forbidden city. On February the 1st Cixi invited the ladies of diplomats to her. The foreign community nor Cixi could know it, but the Boxer rebellion was to be one of the last nails in a coffin made for the Qing dynasty.  I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. And so the Boxer rebellion excluding some events in Manchuria was ended. The Boxer protocol ushered in a brand new Qing dynasty that surely would survive the test of time and not succumb to an agonizing death as the people of China could take it no longer.   

From the Marines to the Big Screen, Rob Riggle's story is one of courage, conviction, and what it takes to truly succeed. On this episode of the Own Your Future Podcast, Dean Graziosi sits down with actor, comedian, and retired lieutenant colonel from the Marines, Rob Riggle. Get to know the man behind some of your favorite characters from SNL, Dumb & Dumber, the Daily Show, Modern Family, Holey Moley, and many others. They talk about: • DISCIPLINE and why it's important for achieving your goals • How to OVERCOME FEAR • Why being INTENTIONAL is so important in life and business • Being a ROLE MODEL for your children • Plus so much more! This is a chance for you to get to know Rob Riggle in a completely different way and realize that we all suffer from the same human condition no matter what level of success you're at. Dive in and get ready to laugh and learn on this episode of the Own Your Future Podcast. Extra resources for success: Join the world's most powerful platform for continuous momentum, growth and success. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Mastermind.com Membership for just $1. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn the habits that will set you up for success with Dean's book "Millionaire Success Habits." ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to grab yours. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Achieve your goals and live a Better Life with the Better Life Journal. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to grab your journal. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dean on social media:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Dean's YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- DM me and let me know what you thought about this episode!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Dean's newsletter for weekly wisdom, updates and news direct to your inbox ⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week we discuss Minnesota Veteran Suicide Prevention with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, meet with a Minnesota Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award Recipient and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Kristi Stites – Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs Keysta […] The post MDVA Suicide Prevention and ESGR Patriot Award appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Man do I love hearing the stories of fellow First Gen Hunters, and this one is especially impressive. Andrew Lukosevic of Endurhunt began his journey as a hunter while he was in the Marine Corps. Since then he has hunted many different species in numerous different states, and has fully adopted the lifestyle as a hunter. We talk about his hunting experiences, his time in the Marines, and his thoughts on how military service relates to taking up hunting.    Follow Andrew: @endurhunt Check out the First Gen Hunter Website Follow First Gen Hunter Instagram: @first.gen.hunter GoWild: @Kent Boucher Facebook: @first.gen.hunter Follow The Hunt Fish Life: @hntfsh_life Follow Alex: @east2westhunts_alex (also on GoWild) Follow East2West Hunts: @east2westhunts Follow Caleb: @calebleedrake (also on GoWild)   Support First Gen Hunter by shopping at the following partners: Spartan Forge East2West Hunts Use promo code: firstgen10 = 10% off any purchase Old Barn Taxidermy Tell Them The First Gen Hunter Podcast Sent You! Camofire Black Ovis My Medic AlienGear Holsters FORLOH MTN OPS Fox River Socks

Riley Tejcek is an active duty United States Marine Officer, Team USA National Bobsled Team Pilot, Ms. Military 2023 with the dream of being the first female Marine in the Olympics. She is also a woman of faith and wants to lead and inspire others to enter male-dominated fields.  In this episode, she shares with us about the power of not limiting oneself before others do and she shares about: ✅ Her enlistment journey into the USMC.  ✅ The different routes to enlistment into the Marines. ✅ Her experience becoming Miss Military.  ✅ Becoming a member of Team USA National Bobsled Team If you need motivation or have had a fear of doing something, this episode will definitely encourage you to dare to do big things! You can learn more about Riley at:  https://www.instagram.com/riley.tejcek/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dalitalks/message

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Note this episode contains explicit language and discussion of self-harm.On the RealClearDefense podcast “Hot Wash” John Sorensen and RCD contributor John Waters speak with Miles Lagoze, the documentary filmmaker behind “Combat Obscura” a gripping unfiltered look at the war in Afghanistan in 2011 and 2012 during his time as an eighteen year-old Combat Camera with the 1st Battalion 6th Marines. Most recently he is the author of a new book about his experiences in Afghanistan and returning home. It's called, “Whistles From the Graveyard: My Time Behind the Camera on War, Rage, and Restless Youth in Afghanistan”"Whistles From the Graveyard" is available for pre-order.Look for RCD Contributor John Waters' new novel “River City One” published this fall."Follow Hot Wash on Twitter @hotwashrcdEmail comments and story suggestions to editors@realcleardefense.comSubscribe to the RealClearDefense Podcast "Hot Wash"Subscribe to the Morning Recon newsletterfor a daily roundup of news and opinion on the issues that matter for military, defense, veteran affairs, and national security.

Tyler and Jeph take a walk down preparation road while visiting memory lane with Fred Barton of Bison Tactical, Tylers Sniper Adventure Challenge partner for the past 5 years. From what was learned from last year, mistakes made, preparations for this year, practice, skillsets, and so much more! Gear, Food, Strategy. A brutal competition based on Sniper skills on an Adventure Race format. Will the team win this year after multiple years of falling shy of the top podium spot? Time will tell. For a more personal connection to the hosts, be sure to follow Tyler Hughes on Instagram @tyler_hughes_ss and Jeph Savaglio @savage422.  Thank you to our show sponsor Howitzer Clothing. Manufacturer and designer of great clothing made for everyday wear while holding up to the rigors of the range! Howitzer is a huge supporter of LE and Military with their Blue Lion Program. Go check them out at www.howitzerclothing.com. You can also follow them on social media, @howitzerclothing.  Check out our website: www.MaxOrdinate.com Your source for the nation's leading long range precision rifle training. Visit out “Free Training” section for a mountain of free downloads to elevate your range training. In our products sections, don't forget to look at our targets for purchase that will guide your range sessions for more productivity. Hoodies. T-shirts. SWAG. Get your Max Ordinate fix now!  VIP Subscribers: http://www.patreon.com/maxordinate1 - Custom RSS feed - Exclusive content, shows, targets, training tools, training videos, and more! - Only $8 a month!  Follow our company on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/maxordinate Facebook: http://www.instagram.com/maxordinate Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@maxordinate #sniper #snipertarget #marines #military #scoutsniper #lawenforcement #police #cops #swat #precisionrifle #longrangeshooting #westcoastshooters #longrangeprecision #rifle #sniperrifle #snipertraining #precisionrifletraining #windcalling #ballistics #trajectory #targetimpact #hostage #tripodshooting #barricadeshooting #triggercontrol #marksmanshipfundamentals #marksmanship #hunter #hunting #optics #riflescope #bipods #specialforces #marinerecon #urbansniper #shorts#short#precisionrifle#huntinglife#longrangeshooting#boltaction#riflechassis#accuraterifle#longrangehunting#shooterready#mdt  Support the show

Dick Ebert wonders why Damon Wayans wasn't in more movies after filming "Major Payne." Gene Lyons wonders why Damon Wayans was in any more movies after filming "Major Payne." This 1995 comedy featuring the musical stylings of 2 Live Crew and star power of Michael Ironside and Bam Bam Bigelow had us asking what was wrong with Major Payne's romantic interest (Karyn Parsons) and why any director would allow sped-up motion in his movie.  While Gene bemoaned Major Payne's misrepresentation of JROTC, Big D found some nuggets of truth in the movie's tough-love message. And both agreed Louis Gossett Jr. was the man to take the lead role to another level.   SUBSCRIBE Android: https://shatpod.com/android Apple: https://shatpod.com/apple All: https://shatpod.com/subscribe CONTACT Email: hosts@shatpod.com Website: https://shatpod.com/movies Leave a Voicemail: Web: https://shatpod.com/voicemail Leave a Voicemail: Call: (914) 719-7428 SUPPORT THE PODCAST Donate or Commission: https://shatpod.com/support Shop Merchandise: https://shatpod.com/shop Theme Song - Die Hard by Guyz Nite: https://www.facebook.com/guyznite

The news to know for Wednesday, September 20, 2023! We're telling you about President Biden's speech to the world as he plans more aid for Ukraine and why the U.S. Marines have grounded all of their planes. Also, we'll outline new medical recommendations for pregnant women. Plus, parents of kids who play Fortnite might be owed money, new AI tools are coming to Google apps, and some workers are more likely to quit after a promotion. We'll explain. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Miracle Made: https://www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch  

When Jeremiah Workman was in the US Marine Corps, he received the Navy Cross for his actions during a three-hour firefight in a Fallujah building trying to get up a staircase to get to three brother Marines who had fallen. Workman talks with Black Rifle Coffe Co.'s Evan Hafer about his struggles with transitioning to civilian life since his time in Iraq, how he's worked to help his fellow veterans and focus on his family as his touchstone, and why on earth he has decided to get into politics.

The Marine Corps' deadliest sniper is Chuck Mawhinney with 103 confirmed kills during the Vietnam War. His story went untold for decades, with many books claiming Carlos Hathcock had the most kills at 93. Jim Lindsay, an author and Oregon rancher, befriended Mawhinney as both were hard-working, beer-drinking men in Oregon. Lindsay decided to help get Chuck's story out in a way befitting a man at peace with his role in Nam. Chuck viewed his job as keeping other Marines safe, he was great it. Lindsay tells the story to host Jim Fausone and writes it in "The Sniper" published by St. Martins Press.

September 19, 2023 - New York Health Foundation's Derek Coy, who saw combat with the Marines, discusses issues facing veterans in New York, including access to specialized courts and peer-mentoring services.

(9/19/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: After three crashes, two of them deadly, the Marines halt aviation for two days. A DHS threat assessment warns of "likely" cyber attacks on America's 2024 elections. And GAO has given its employees several hybrid and remote work options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the AARPG's next story Arcturian Apocalypse, set in Free League's Alien gaming universe. In this episode, the Junkyard squad makes it's way between the buttes  and finally arrives and the Grand Kiva. The Situation calls for the Marines to keep their heads on a swivel and tensions are at an all time high. Will they let their nerves get the better of them or will they keep their cool? You can listen to our stories, interviews, and tutorials on most major podcast platforms like Apple, Spotify, Google, Pandora, Podchaser, and many, many others. If you want to learn more about the cast, find additional content, and even pick up some AARPG merchandise you can head over to our website at - https://www.theaarpgs.com/ If you like what you hear, please like, subscribe, follow, and write a review. It helps us reach more folks with our stories. Also, feel free to reach out to us on Twitter @theaarpgs, Facebook, or YouTube, let us know what you like, don't like, or anything you would like to share with us. Many of the effects used on the show were created with Krotos Studio and Krotos Weaponiser.  Affiliate link: https://www.krotosaudio.com/?campaign... #ttrpg #rpg #actualplay #humor #heavymetal #D&D #dungeonsandragons #ALIENRPG #freeleague

Happy Tuesday! The Marines found a missing fighter jet. There is a looming US government shutdown. Russell Brand is being investigated for sexual assault. Hunted Biden sues the IRS. Sign up to play Two-Second Tunes or Cover Lovers  https://forms.gle/Bf6aPVTbEqmo4QoS6 NEWSLETTER ⬅️ What's Trending:  Head to TheMorningShowPodcast.com for EVERYTHING we talk about. Seattle Gummy Company - code: CMA for 20% off https://seattlegummy.com/?ref=802 QUICK LINKS TO WATCH US LIVE, SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER, FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS HERE: https://www.flowcode.com/page/carlamarieandanthony Follow Carla Marie on Instagram Follow Anthony on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All US Marine Corps aircraft were grounded Monday after a stealth F-35 jet mysteriously disappeared in South Caroline. The stand-down applies to all Marine domestic and international aircraft. The order was issued by General Eric Smith, the acting commandant of the Marines. He said the stand down will ensure the service is maintaining operational standardization of combat-ready aircraft with well-prepared pilots and crews. The question that is on the minds of a lot people, however, is why it took the Pentagon so long to find the missing F-35. Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 9/19/23Show guest: Thomas Baker, Author, The Fall of the FBIYou can partner with us by visiting https://www.TruNews.com/donate, calling 1-800-576-2116, or by mail at PO Box 690069 Vero Beach, FL 32969.Now is the time to protect your assets with physical gold & silver. Contact Genesis Gold Today!https://www.TruNewsGold.comGet high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves!https://www.AmericanReserves.comIt's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! https://www.amazon.com/Final-Day-Characteristics-Second-Coming/dp/0578260816/Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books!https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/final-day-10-characteristics-of-the-second-coming/id1687129858Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. https://www.sacrificingliberty.com/watchThe Fauci Elf is a hilarious gift guaranteed to make your friends laugh! Order yours today! https://tru.news/faucielf

Is it just cheap, tawdry bad behavior, or is Loren Boebert actually the sum total and entirety of the MAGAT Party? I feel confident that it's the latter. Julius Geezer claims he's leading Barack Obama in the polls. He's well on the way to setting up his incompetence defense at trial. The Marines (who don't have a Commandant) would like it if someone could tell them what happened to their F-35, please. 

The Marines locate the wreckage of a F-35 jet fighter that went missing near Charleston, S.C. And U.S. business confidence in China slumps to its lowest level in decades. Keith Collins hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jim and Greg as they're glad to hear that the debris of the missing U.S. Marine Corps F-35 stealth fighter jet have been found, but they're a bit curious about another order from the Corps. They also roll their eyes as Chicago political leaders refuse to prosecute criminals and protect businesses and instead make plans to open a government-run grocery store. Finally, Jim blasts the Biden administration for refusing Secret Service protection for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., even after a man was caught impersonating a U.S. Marshal while armed and trying to get close to Kennedy.Please visit our great sponsors:4Patriothttps://4Patriots.comUse code MARTINI to get 10% off your purchase.

Hot, heavy, and loud men.  That's the In the Minivan guarantee- it'll be heavier than it is hot.  We got together after the sun went down, and that means it's darker before the dawn.  Sure.  The Falcons are up, the Braves are up, and we're not guys that play sports very well.  Michael went to Boston and saw some family and witches.  Max went to Atlantic City, not as pretty as the HBO show makes it out to be.Pre-order Max's album starting this Friday."The only thing I know about stem cells is something I learned from a grifter in a hot tub on a rooftop in Medellin, Colombia"Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intheminivanFollow us on instagram: @intheminivanpodMax: @maxfine_Michael: @michaelrowlando_oFollow us on twitter: @intheminivanFollow us on TikTok: @intheminivanpodcastWe're on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTxCtwpkBssIljyG6tdJbWQGet in the Discord: https://discord.gg/YWgaD6xFN3Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4hC60BrpsUOA71C99cDc58?si=4cf2a956edd54b6dTHE MASTER PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2saxemA3MOXcjIWdwHGwCZ?si=ee3444c085714c46sSupport the show

Congress has a job to do. But lately, some of the work on the Hill seems to have come to a standstill. There’s been drama over the debt ceiling, a Republican senator is holding up key military promotions, and now a government shutdown is looming. We’ll tackle the question of who is really to blame for all the governmental dysfunction and unpack the challenges of framing these issues in the media. Here’s everything we talked about: “Marines issue stand-down order amid search for missing F-35” from The Hill “Congress is in crisis. There's no clear escape” from Politico “With democracy on the ballot, the mainstream press must change its ways” from The Guardian Got a question for the hosts? Send them our way. We’re at 508-UB-SMART or email makemesmart@marketplace.org.

In this week's Urban Valor episode, we welcome back retired Marine First Sergeant Randall Parkes. A dedicated Marine who served from 2001 to 2021, he recounts his experiences from his early inspirations in California to becoming a drill instructor at Paris Island, South Carolina. In this gripping narrative, discover the challenges faced by Marines during training, the discipline instilled in recruits, and the deep bonds formed on the battlefield. The highlight of this video unveils the harrowing tale of an Afghan interpreter's escape from the clutches of the Taliban in Kabul, showcasing the lengths to which servicemen go to protect their allies. From the explosion at Kabul Airport to the heartwarming resettlement stories in San Diego, this video provides a raw, unfiltered look into the sacrifices made by our military personnel and the enduring spirit of camaraderie. Join us in honoring the brave souls who ensure peace and safety and understand the profound impact of their service. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more real-life stories from the frontlines.Randall served in the Infantry, Security Force Battalion, First Reconnaissance Battalion, Marine Special Operations Command, and as a Drill Instructor. Randall is back to give us more insight on being a drill instructor in the Marine Corps and what it's like building a foundation for recruits to become warfighters. He also walks us through how he coordinated the escape of his Afghanistan interpreter out of Kabul during the evacuation after his interpreter was nearly killed in an ambush from the Taliban.

Congress has a job to do. But lately, some of the work on the Hill seems to have come to a standstill. There’s been drama over the debt ceiling, a Republican senator is holding up key military promotions, and now a government shutdown is looming. We’ll tackle the question of who is really to blame for all the governmental dysfunction and unpack the challenges of framing these issues in the media. Here’s everything we talked about: “Marines issue stand-down order amid search for missing F-35” from The Hill “Congress is in crisis. There's no clear escape” from Politico “With democracy on the ballot, the mainstream press must change its ways” from The Guardian Got a question for the hosts? Send them our way. We’re at 508-UB-SMART or email makemesmart@marketplace.org.

Dude, where's my F-35?! Yep, that's the question being asked by the U.S. Marines right now as one of there $100 million F-35's is MIA. While the pilot has been found the picture of the F-35 is headed toward a milk carton near you. Tune in as we ask whether this latest 'mishap', their word not mine, may have been UFO related. Listen in to learn more.

Hey everybody, this week's episode features Joey Nguyen, a US Marine and content creator. His content centers around interviewing fellow Marines about what life in the Marine Corp is actually like while also providing finance guidance. He has a really cool story and we really enjoyed making this show. If you're looking to get into the content creator space, Joey is the guy for you. Check out the show, check out his socials, and as always, thanks for tuning in!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Joey's Socials:https://linktr.ee/joey_nguyen?fbclid=PAAaa_yuddCDSoGy99_Ph6bYg0BLnjIADcGS4I2Q6GhjFFvwL6Sa5x1ArxDRw_aem_AVmanTNB3hbddcY8RPpc9NPOs-iu-OayAReIopecnKDfiL7DlruZNmjKtcgSpfpv3Ek----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Podcast Socials:https://open.spotify.com/show/4uCnfF5mBq7ZFMEY5vapIK?si=8587304744474d9ehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-i-forget/id1588788070https://www.facebook.com/beforeiforget126https://www.instagram.com/before_i_forget_podcast/https://sites.google.com/view/beforeiforgetthepodcast/home --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beforeiforget/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beforeiforget/support

Benny is joined by his drill instructor retired SgtMaj Guerrero and retired SgtMaj Cabarrus. They discuss there years of service and why they decided to say so long. We talk leadership and transitioning out as well. Greast time speaking to 2 mentors of mine. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sempersometimes/support

Chuck Mawhinney grew up hunting in the Oregon woods on his grandfather's farm, and was selected for sniper training his first day of shooting practice in the Marines. Serving in Vietnam for 16 months, he went on to post the Corps' highest number of confirmed kills (103), and the highest number of probable kills (216).  Hear his journey of skill, survival and helping his fellow soldiers.When he returned to the U.S. he was released from the Corps as part of the Reduction in Force policy. He returned to his native woods and made a stateside career in the U.S. Forestry Service. Chuck is a legend in the Marines and an inspiration to many in the armed services. His own authentic account of his experience is a uniquely American one. Read more about his experience in Vietnam and afterward in his biography "The Sniper" by Jim Lindsay.Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.com

American Foreign Policy, Book 3 and Part 3Are you ready to be profoundly shaken? Brace yourself as we rip open the concealed layers of the harrowing Abbey Gate incident in Kabul, Afghanistan in August 2021 with our guides, the authors of this remarkable and hard hitting book, Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden's Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End by  Jerry Dunleavy & James HassonThis episode goes beyond just the gruesome incident, we're also going to unravel the effects of Biden's foreign policy on the devastating fallout of the US Forces' withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. Key Points from the Episode:We're taking a hard look at the very fibers of this catastrophe, including the improper planning going all the way to the President.The valorous Marines who remained at the gate due to British lobbying, and the sighting of an individual who mirrored the bomber's description. Yet, the alarming question remains: Why was there no permission to engage, despite the US military's prior knowledge about the bomber?We discuss talk presidential leadership, media's role in camouflaging administration blunders, and Biden's seemingly shallow understanding of the region. From closing the Bagram Air Force Base to entrusting the Taliban with airport security, we're critiquing it all. And let's not forget the heart-rending fact that Biden failed to even say "he was sorry" to the grieving families of the fallen US service members. Join us for this riveting discussion.Other resources: American Foreign Policy,  part 1 and book 1, MM#266--The Four Ages of American Foreign Policy Great Power, Superpower, Hyperpower by Michael Mandelbaum. show link hereAmerican Foreign Policy, part 2 and book 2MM#267--Sergei Polkiy's eye-opening book 'The Russo-Ukrainian War: The Return of History.' show link hereMore goodnessGet your FREE Academy Review here!Get our top book recommendations list Get new podcast episodes dropped into your email box easilyWant to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appreciate it greatly, thank you so much!

George Chapman, who died in 2006, was brought up in the working-class docklands area of Merseyside, Liverpool. He worked variously as a docker, a firefighter, and he was a professional boxer. Maurice Barbanell, former Fleet Street newspaper editor once remarked about Chapman; ‘When Spiritualism's history comes to be written, the Lang/Chapman partnership, which has brought health to thousands of sufferers after their cases were called “hopeless”, will contribute some of its most illumined pages', and this will shortly be explained. During World War II Chapman became an Air Force Commander and then he joined Marines, where he taught unarmed combat. He met his wife Margaret in 1945 and they had a daughter Vivian, but sadly she died just 4 weeks after her birth. This tragedy caused Chapman to consider, was there an afterlife? In search of answers, he turned to the Clergy, but they warned him not to dabble ‘in the supernatural.' After the War, Chapman joined the Fire Brigade where he met a fellow fireman called Leslie Miles. On the long nightshifts between emergency calls, Miles would experiment with an upturned tumbler and the letters of the alphabet, in an attempt to receive messages from the spirit world, and it wasn't long before the rest of the fire crew, their curiosity fully aroused, joined in with him. Soon, they were all sitting around the table at night at the fire station, putting their fingers on the glass and watching it move from letter to letter to spell out words and phrases. Meanwhile at home, Chapman began to do the same thing with his wife, and before long he was stunned to receive a message purportedly from his dead mother, who had died when he was just 5 years old. Of course, he needed to check that he wasn't simply deluding himself, and so he asked his relatives to see if what his dead mother had told him could be verified. To his surprise, his relatives confirmed it all to be completely correct. This helped Chapman to believe that there really could be life-after-death and he began to spend a couple of hours at home every day trying to receive more messages from spirits. To his surprise, many of the messages they gave him told him that he was a healer. As well as being a fireman, Chapman was a professional boxer. How on earth could he be a healer then, he wondered to himself? He had to find out more and so soon he put together a development circle with likeminded people, where further spirit messages repeated to him that he was a healer. Spirits were coming through Chapman – even though he had no idea at the time because he had gone into trance and was completely oblivious to it. The spirits were healers too, they said, and they were going to work with him. According to Chapman's later biography, ‘One of the spirits was introduced to us as Dr. Lang.' Dr. Lang told them that Chapman would be working with him to heal sick patients. Of course, Chapman didn't take this as fact; after all, it sounded completely incredulous, and firstly, he wanted to know if a Dr. Lang had even ever really existed. He wanted absolute proof. ‘Too many alleged spirit guides do not stand up to critical exam,' he wrote, and the spirit communicating with them, ‘should be able to give dates, names, and details of his earthly experiences.' Dr. Lang duly went on to give names, dates, places, for the purpose of verification, and Chapman began to check them out.  ‘There were colleagues of Lang still in practice. There were also patients who had consulted him while he was a surgeon on earth…they confirmed that it was the same Dr. Lang they had known.' Pretty soon, Chapman began to do what the spirits were urging him to do – to become a healer and treat people, and he set up a clinic at his home in Aylesbury. One of his patients was a Dr. Kildare Singer, who had been taught ophthalmology by Dr. Lang at the Middlesex Hospital and was suffering with cancer. When Dr. Singer came to hear that people were visiting Chapman to receive spiritual he...

In this episode I talk about the illusion of happiness and the importance of friends. I go on to discuss the power of self-restraint in a challenging world and not using your PTSD diagnosis as an excuse to be an asshole. Enjoy! Visit our Sponsor's website www.yourwelder.com or connect with them on social media.facebook.com/yourwelder  and instagram.com/yourwelderGrab My Book "Create Your Own Light": https://www.amazon.com/dp/b0892dp6qj/Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/Website: www.travishowze.com

Tyler and Jeph sit down with Amir aka Sandmangoespewpew, owner of All Eyes Defense, a new company focused on bringing training of all facets to new shooters. Amir has been a long time student of Max Ordinate Academy and often seeks advice on his technique. The group talks training, his moving target debacle, how he envisions his company moving forward, and some industry facts! For a more personal connection to the hosts, be sure to follow Tyler Hughes on Instagram @tyler_hughes_ss and Jeph Savaglio @savage422. Thank you to our show sponsor Howitzer Clothing. Manufacturer and designer of great clothing made for everyday wear while holding up to the rigors of the range! Howitzer is a huge supporter of LE and Military with their Blue Lion Program. Go check them out at www.howitzerclothing.com. You can also follow them on social media, @howitzerclothing. Check out our website: www.MaxOrdinate.com Your source for the nation's leading long range precision rifle training. Visit out “Free Training” section for a mountain of free downloads to elevate your range training. In our products sections, don't forget to look at our targets for purchase that will guide your range sessions for more productivity. Hoodies. T-shirts. SWAG. Get your Max Ordinate fix now! VIP Subscribers: http://www.patreon.com/maxordinate1 - Custom RSS feed - Exclusive content, shows, targets, training tools, training videos, and more! - Only $8 a month! Follow our company on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/maxordinate Facebook: http://www.instagram.com/maxordinate Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@maxordinate#sniper #snipertarget #marines #military #scoutsniper #lawenforcement #police #cops #swat #precisionrifle #longrangeshooting #westcoastshooters #longrangeprecision #rifle #sniperrifle #snipertraining #precisionrifletraining #windcalling #ballistics #trajectory #targetimpact #hostage #tripodshooting #barricadeshooting #triggercontrol #marksmanshipfundamentals #marksmanship #hunter #hunting #optics #riflescope #bipods #specialforces #marinerecon #urbansniper #shorts #short #precisionrifle #huntinglife #longrangeshooting #boltaction #riflechassis #accuraterifle #longrangehunting #shooterready #mdtSniper, sniper target, marines, military, scout sniper, law enforcement, police, cops, swat, precision rifle, long range shooting, west coast shooters, long range precision, rifle ,sniper rifle, sniper training, precision rifle training ,wind calling, ballistics, trajectory, target impact, hostage, tripod shooting, barricade shooting, trigger control, marksmanship fundamentals, marksmanship, hunter, hunting, optics, riflescope, bipods, special forces, marine recon, urban sniper,Support the show

This week we discuss Suicide Prevention and Community Engagement with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, learn about the Minnesota National Guard’s Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Leader. Guests include: Julia Pawlenty – Minneapolis VA Health Care System Andrea Perry – Minneapolis VA Health Care System LTC Jolene […] The post Suicide Prevention Awareness Month appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 398 - Jon "Happy" Gilmore - Military Long Drive Champion. We're going 1-on-1 with one of the longest bombers in the game, a man who also served his country as a United States Marine in some of the world's hottest spots.  If you enjoy learning about the long ball world and adding in a powerful dose of patriotism, this conversation is going to be a LOT of fun! More info on Military Long Drive ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions

Braves clinch and what's next, Nick Saban quashes annual retirement rumors, drama on and off the field in TNF, Aaron Rodgers update and who will replace him, Falcons injuries, Al Michaels time to go and did he spill his drink on his pants? news anchor has weird take on Rodgers injury, Tinkers-to-Evers-to-Chance, gnats attack Ebbets Field, Demorest's Johnny Mize, Snuffy Stirnweiss snuffed out, sad tale of Robin Yount's brother, Japanese fans jump in river, Derek Jeter's greatest acting job outside of pretending to be an MLB general manager, U.S. Marines honor Jerry Coleman, plus Pete's Tweets, This Day in Sports History, and Ripley's Believe it or not 

William "Bill" Sterbinsky, Esq., is a dedicated advocate for veterans and a passionate legal professional. Hailing from the sunshine state of Florida, Bill's journey into a life of service began at the age of 18 when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Over the course of four years, from 2003 to 2007, he demonstrated unwavering commitment and bravery, serving as a Security Forces Marine and being deployed to Iraq with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, Weapons Company. Bill's ten-month combat experience in the Al Qaim Province, north of the Euphrates River, marked a pivotal chapter in his life. Following his honorable discharge, Bill pursued a degree in history at the University of South Florida, where he discovered not only his passion for all things military but also the challenges veterans face within the VA system. This eye-opening experience motivated Bill to make a difference. He embarked on a legal career, specializing in VA claims, and soon found himself at the Twelfth Judicial Circuit prosecutor's office, where he played a key role in establishing a Veteran's Treatment Court, providing veterans with a fresh start in the judicial system. Outside of the courtroom, Bill co-founded SRQ VETS, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans in need. The organization, driven by Bill's commitment to "take care of our own," continues to positively impact the lives of veterans in the community. Today, as the leader of Veterans Affairs Law, P.A., Bill, along with his experienced team, provides legal representation to veterans nationwide, helping them navigate the complexities of the VA claims process and supporting their rights and benefits. Bill Sterbinsky's life and work exemplify unwavering dedication to veterans and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on their lives, both within and beyond the legal realm. His journey continues to inspire and uplift those he serves. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wakeupwithpattikatter/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wakeupwithpattikatter/support

In this episode, Lisa welcomes former Army Captain James Hasson, who co-authored the book "Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden's Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End." Lisa and James delve into the lies told about the withdrawal, the warnings that were ignored, and Biden's decision-making. They address concerns about Biden's control and decision-making abilities, as well as his response to the safety of women and children who fought alongside the US. Lisa and James also highlight specific incidents during the withdrawal and the disconnect between top leadership and soldiers on the ground. They express their disgust at the lies and failures of the American government and hope that sharing the full story will lead to accountability and prevent future failures.  The Truth with Lisa Boothe is part of the iHeartRadio Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Lisa welcomes former Army Captain James Hasson, who co-authored the book "Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden's Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End." Lisa and James delve into the lies told about the withdrawal, the warnings that were ignored, and Biden's decision-making. They address concerns about Biden's control and decision-making abilities, as well as his response to the safety of women and children who fought alongside the US. Lisa and James also highlight specific incidents during the withdrawal and the disconnect between top leadership and soldiers on the ground. They express their disgust at the lies and failures of the American government and hope that sharing the full story will lead to accountability and prevent future failures.  The Truth with Lisa Boothe is part of the iHeartRadio Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, in Starke, Florida, a woman tries to help her sister find someone to scare the sister's husband into an easier custody battle. This leads to an ex-Marine, turned mercenary, who advertises his services in a magazine. Of course, the next thing you know, there are affairs, lust, overprotective mothers, multiple murders in different states, true cousin love, and finally, lethal injection. You may need a scoreboard to figure out who wants who dead!Along the way, we find out that Florida has some very strange murders, that being an ex-Marine, doesn't make you an international assassin, and that being in love with your first cousin can lead to being executed!! Hosted by James Pietragallo and Jimmie WhismanNew episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.