Podcasts about Maritime

1942 JAPANESE TANKS ENTER MANILAMaritime Pressure, Hormuz Patrols, and Summit SymbolismTonight's broadcast covers several key geopolitical developments, including China's persistent maritime aggression against Philippine resupply missions in the South China Sea and the broader implications of President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington. Analysts discuss the United States Navy's ongoing operations to maintain freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian threats and targeting concerns. Additionally, the discussions analyze the strained diplomatic relations between the United States and Canada, particularly regarding Canadian political shifts and economic tensions. The program also highlights domestic and international anxieties surrounding Chinese cyber activities and the influence of authoritarian regimes. Finally, experts evaluate the strategic failures and symbolism of recent high-level superpower summits amid shifting global alliances.

Asian port congestion, tankers in the crosshairs in Hormuz, and the Panama Ship Registry under pressure.These are just some of the stories that are covered in the latest episode of Maritime in Minutes.Seatrade Maritime News' Marcus Hand and Gary Howard reflect on the month of September, with their highlights from the news in maritime and shipping, from the biggest stories to those that simply piqued their interest.Hear more about:Over 50% of vessels delayed at Asia's busiest container portsSamsung hits CMA CGM with $186m complaint in US over delivery failuresTankers caught at centre of US-Iran escalation spiralPhilippines set to ban deployment of seafarers in Strait of HormuzHormuz shuttle tankers: An evolving trend amid the Iran WarVLCC rates smash through million dollar barrierDrones and USVs replace mines as Black Sea's floating hazardUnder pressure: Panama Ship Registry drops to 3rd in global rankingsListen to the full episode nowIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads. For the latest news on the shipping and maritime industries, visit www.searade-maritime.com Connect with Marcus Hand:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleehoward/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

Le port du Havre…Ses quais, ses bassins, ses immenses navires venus du bout du monde.Mais derrière ce ballet maritime, des femmes et des hommes veillent, observent, coordonnent et sécurisent chaque mouvement.Ouest Track vous emmène dans les coulisses du monde maritime havrais, à la rencontre de celles et ceux qui font vivre le port au quotidien.Pour ce premier épisode, direction la vigie du Havre, perchée à plusieurs dizaines de mètres au-dessus du port.Un poste d'observation unique, où les écrans, les radios et les regards se croisent pour accompagner, jour et nuit, le ballet des navires.Bienvenue dans les coulisses du port du Havre. Un grand merci à l'équipe de Haropa Port, sans qui ce reportage n'aurait pas pu voir le jour.

La vente d’une compagnie maritime peut-elle devenir une question de sécurité nationale ? Le projet de rachat de ZIM par Hapag-Lloyd et FIMI représente une opération à plusieurs milliards de dollars. Mais au-delà des enjeux financiers, il soulève des questions stratégiques : qui contrôlera les lignes maritimes ? Comment garantir la desserte d’Israël en cas de crise ou de guerre ? Gilles Bellaïche, avocat et expert-comptable, était notre invité pour analyser cette opération et les garanties examinées par l’État israélien. Retrouvez notre magazine dans le podcast de KAN en français.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eighteen-year-old Anna Kepner set sail on a family vacation, but she never returned home. Found dead inside her cabin, what began as a mysterious death at sea quickly escalated into an active homicide investigation. Now, investigators are using shipboard surveillance, Wi-Fi activity, and digital trails to reconstruct her final hours. Maritime attorney Rod Sullivan joins Chanley to discuss the digital evidence, the unique challenges of cruise ship jurisdiction, and whether justice is on the horizon for Anna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the AfriCan Geopardy Podcast, I spoke with Sandra Larbi, MS. HRM, Managing Director of WorldRecruit Services Limited, Ghana, about:“Who Protects the African Worker at Sea? Race, Power, and the Global Maritime Labour Chain.”Slavery ought to have ended, but sadly, the experiences of some African seafarers show that exploitative and deeply unequal working conditions persist. The case in Scotland, UK, which received media attention, is one such example.In this episode, we discuss the inhumane treatment experienced by African seafarers and what these experiences reveal about race, power and the global maritime labour chain.We also reflect on the wider implications. According to UNCTAD, Africa accounts for just 1.3% of the world's merchant fleet. Yet Africa is increasingly being looked to as part of the solution to the projected global shortage of seafarers. This creates a fundamental contradiction: while the world looks to Africa for seafarers, African countries and young people depend heavily on the global shipping industry to provide the sea-time opportunities they need to gain the experience required to enter and progress in the profession.So, who protects the African worker at sea?We discuss possible solutions, including accountability, meaningful action, and calls for reparations from the Scottish Parliament (Holyrood) in response to documented injustices.A huge thank you to Sandra Larbi, MS. HRM, for sharing her time, knowledge and expertise.Further reading: Sandra Larbi's reflection, “From Dream to Reality: The Aspirations of Coastal Seafarers,” offers another perspective on the aspirations and experiences of coastal seafarers. Read Sandra Larbi's article on LinkedInPlease listen, share and support the work of the organisations working to improve the rights, dignity and working conditions of African seafarers.#HumanRights #RaceAndPower #MaritimeSecurity

Obesity treatment may be moving beyond weekly injections. In this episode, I'm taking a closer look at Maritide, an investigational obesity medication that is still being studied and is not FDA approved for the treatment of obesity. What makes Maritide particularly interesting is that it takes a different approach to the hormonal pathways involved in weight regulation. Unlike tirzepatide, which activates both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, Maritide activates the GLP-1 receptor while blocking the GIP receptor. I also break down one of its most intriguing possibilities: less frequent dosing. Maritide has been studied with dosing intervals of four and eight weeks, potentially moving obesity treatment beyond the traditional weekly injection. But does it work? I walk through the Phase 2 results, including the approximately 12–16% average weight reduction at 52 weeks in participants with obesity without diabetes, as well as the results seen in participants with type 2 diabetes. I also explain why those numbers are promising but still need to be confirmed through larger and longer Phase 3 trials. Episode Highlights: What Maritide is and how it works How Maritide differs from tirzepatide Why its potential dosing schedule is so interesting What the Phase 2 weight-loss results showed Why some participants had not clearly reached a weight-loss plateau at 52 weeks The most common side effects seen so far What researchers still need to learn about long-term safety What the Phase 3 Maritime program is studying How obesity treatment may be moving toward more individualized and less frequent treatment Maritide is promising, but promising does not mean proven. We still need Phase 3 data to better understand its effectiveness, safety, tolerability, dosing, and long-term ability to maintain weight loss. Connect with Dr. Alicia Shelly Website | drshellymd.com Facebook | www.facebook.com/drshellymd Instagram | @drshellymd Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/drshellymd Twitter | @drshellymd About Dr. Alicia Shelly Dr. Alicia Shelly was raised in Atlanta, GA. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH.  Dr. Shelly has been practicing Primary Care and Obesity medicine since 2014.  In 2017, she became a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the lead physician at the Wellstar Medical Center Douglasville. She started a weekly podcast & Youtube channel entitled Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight loss,  where she discusses how to get on track and stay on track with your weight loss journey. She has spoken for numerous local and national organizations, including the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She has been featured on CNN, Fox 5 News, Bruce St. James Radio show, Upscale magazine, and Shape.com. She was named an honoree of the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 award. She also is a collaborating author for the, "Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs who Live Life and Practice Medicine on their own terms''. Resources: FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!)

AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a post-storm discovery in Massachusetts.

The $1.2 GO Virginia grant will support upskilling opportunities for 170 workers in shipbuilding, ship repair, port operations, logistics and energy security.

Joshua Philipp, senior investigative reporter at The Epoch Times and host of Crossroads, joins Jiggy Jaguar for an in-depth discussion of America's expanding maritime counter-narcotics operations. The conversation covers recent Eastern Pacific interdictions, separate Caribbean military strikes, alleged cartel connections, Ecuador, fentanyl trafficking, the evidence available publicly and the broader legal and geopolitical questions surrounding military involvement in counter-drug operations. Keywords: Joshua Philipp, Jiggy Jaguar, Epoch Times, drug trafficking, U.S. military, cartels, fentanyl, Latin America, Ecuador, geopolitics, current events #JoshuaPhilipp #JiggyJaguar #Podcast #CurrentEvents

A rally is taking place tonight ahead of Ireland's UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel, with organisers calling on Irish players not to play the matches. The event is being organised by SIPTU and Trade Union Friends of Palestine.Mick Lynch, trade unionist and former General Secretary of the UK's National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers, who will be speaking at tonight's rally joined Shane on the show.

Dual-use technologies and the rise of defense tech are having a moment. But how does the defense sector approach innovations in energy that may be necessary to optimize its fleets? To help answer that question, Shayle turns to the maritime sector to explore how advanced batteries, nuclear propulsion, and autonomous capabilities are shaping the future of defense. Unlike conventional EVs, maritime vehicles and drones must compete with the challenges presented by the sea in order to complete surveillance and reconnaissance-related missions, as well as direct attacks. Saltwater corrodes hardware, and vehicles at great depths must withstand enormous pressure; to say nothing of the fact that moving through water requires nearly 1,000 times more energy than through air.  To learn how the sector navigates these obstacles, Shayle sits down with Andrew Nuss, the head of growth and strategy in the maritime division at the defense technology company Anduril. They unpack topics including: - The complicated physics influencing maritime drone design and energy usage - How lithium-ion cells fare in deep-sea deployment - Why extreme reliability and long-range capabilities drive the military's energy requirements compared to commercial shipping - How surface or subsea recharging depots could reshape vehicle design - Why both commercial and defense sectors are revisiting nuclear propulsion as a viable option for high-speed, zero-emission surface vessels Catalyst: The rise of metal fuels - Catalyst: GM's big new battery tech push - Catalyst: Decarbonizing the high seas - Open Circuit: A five-alarm fire for the grid? - Latitude Media: Is adaptation ready for growth money? Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. Peak season puts every grid to the test — and the utilities that pass are the ones that built flexible capacity before they needed it. EnergyHub works with more than 170 utilities to coordinate 2.5 million devices and 3.4 gigawatts of dispatchable flexibility through a single platform designed to perform when it counts most. See what that looks like at https://www.energyhub.com/ Catalyst is brought to you by Bloom Energy. Bloom Energy fuel cells deliver affordable, ultra-reliable onsite power for hospitals, utilities, and data centers – at speed and at scale. Learn more by visiting https://www.bloomenergy.com/ This episode of Catalyst is brought to you by ENGIE, the smarter energy supplier. ENGIE doesn't just provide the power to run your business — they supply the energy to move it forward, with reliable, flexible solutions built for what's next. Learn more at https://www.engieresources.com/.

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How can Nigeria turn maritime policy into measurable outcomes for trade, jobs, and competitiveness? Join us on the latest NESG Radio Podcast as we mark World Maritime Day 2026 with the theme "From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence." ️ Panelists • Kashimana Tsumba-Ozogun, Thematic Lead, Marine and Blue Economy Thematic Group, NESG IndPC • Mariam Olayinka Tijani, Co-founder, OsalAgric Moderator • Tolulope Agunbiade, Deputy Head, Think Tank Operations, NESG Listen as they discuss port modernisation, maritime security, indigenous shipping, skills development, and Nigeria's blue economy opportunities. #WorldMaritimeDay2026 #NESGRadio

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we're heading to Delaware for a story of betrayal on land and a centuries-old mystery beneath the sea. This week, we're heading to the First State for two dark Delaware stories. First, Kenzie shares the murder of Cynthia “Cindy” Amalfitano, whose disappearance quickly turned into a devastating investigation. Then, Lauren takes us off the Delaware coast with the story of the HMS DeBraak, a centuries-old shipwreck surrounded by rumors of treasure, tragedy, and mystery. Join us as we uncover a modern murder investigation and dive into the mystery, legends, and long-lost secrets surrounding one of Delaware's most infamous shipwrecks. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 24 hours a day. Call 1-800-799-SAFE, or 1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788. You can also connect with an advocate through https://www.thehotline.org/get-help/?utm_source=chatgpt.com The service is free and confidential.Delaware's 24-hour domestic violence hotline is 302-762-6110 in New Castle County and 302-422-8058 in Kent and Sussex Counties. These confidential hotlines can help with things like safety planning, shelter, counseling, legal assistance, and other resources. And, as always, if you or someone else is in immediate danger, call emergency services (911).-Follow us on Social Media and find out how to support A Scary State by clicking on our Link Tree: https://instabio.cc/4050223uxWQAl--Have a scary tale or listener story of your own? Send us an email to ascarystatepodcast@gmail.com! We can't wait to read it!--Thinking of starting a podcast? Thinking about using Buzzsprout for that? Well use our link to let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1722892--Works cited!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VgqLQokaZhiy7s7tspN6_4aueaVSW-TOsuZYM_iPjd4/edit?usp=sharing --Intro and outro music thanks to Kevin MacLeod. You can visit his site here: http://incompetech.com/. Which is where we found our music!

As Arctic ice retreats, new sea routes are opening up. How are nations and industries adapting to this new maritime reality and what does it mean for global trade, port economics, and the future of shipbuilding?Joining the conversation are:Marco Volpe, China Desk Editor, Osservatorio Artico, Italy; PhD Candidate, University of Lapland, FinlandAlberto Rossi, Secretary General, Assarmatori - The Italian Shipowners' AssociationAlessandro Panaro, Head of Maritime & Energy Department, SRM, ItalyJihoon Jeong, Secretary General, Korea Arctic Research Consortium (KoARC)Kamrul Hossain, Chair in Arctic Legal Research and Education, UArctic - University of the ArcticThe Session is moderated by Leonardo Parigi, Editor in Chief, Osservatorio Artico, Italy.This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum - Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

At four years old, Ann Pletschke had already decided that she would one day command a ship. By 16, she was at sea, beginning a career that would take her across deep-sea cargo ships, North Sea offshore operations, passenger ferries, polar waters, autonomous shipping, vessel inspections and command.In this candid conversation with Women in Maritime host Julia Gosling, Ann examines what it actually takes to build a career at sea, lead with credibility and challenge the parts of maritime culture that continue to place women at risk.From career specialisation and lifelong learning to failure, resilience and psychological safety, Ann shares the experiences that shaped her approach to leadership, including what one difficult departure from Grimsby taught her about humility, further training and the danger of pretending that command means having every answer.At the centre of the conversation is a difficult but essential question: does placing more women onboard automatically make women safer?Representation matters, but numbers alone cannot replace accountability, confidential support, meaningful male allyship and leaders who create an environment in which people can speak up without fear. Ann and Julia discuss sexism, harassment and sexual violence at sea, the isolation experienced by many seafarers, and why support information must reach people while they are still onboard.This is not simply the story of one woman becoming a captain. It is a thoughtful examination of what safety, equality and professional respect should look like across the maritime industry, and why lasting change depends on culture rather than appearances.Ann Pletschke, MEng, MSc, CMMar, CMarTech, is a Master SDPO, OVID and eCMID AVI inspector, master mariner and marine consultant.This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, sexual harassment, discrimination and trauma.SUPPORT AND RESOURCESSafer Waves, confidential support and information for seafarers affected by sexual violence or gender discrimination:https://www.saferwaves.org/ISWAN's Safe at Sea campaign:https://www.iswan.org.uk/our-work/safe-at-sea-campaign/SeafarerHelp, free confidential support for seafarers and their families:https://www.iswan.org.uk/seafarerhelp/YachtCrewHelp, free confidential support for yacht crew and their families:https://www.iswan.org.uk/yachtcrewhelp/Sailors' Society Trauma Therapy Grants:https://sailors-society.org/trauma-therapy-grants/Prefer to read? Read the full editorial on Yachting News:https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news ABOUT WOMEN IN MARITIMEHosted by Julia Gosling, Women in Maritime brings together honest conversations with the women shaping shipping, seafaring and the wider maritime world, exploring leadership, professional barriers, safety, equality and the realities behind building a lasting career at sea.Women in Maritime is an original Yachting International Radio series and part of Yachting Channel, available across all major podcast platforms.Women In Maritime | Yachting International RadioDiscover more original shows, expert voices and maritime stories:https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/showsVisit Yachting International Radio:https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/

Unknown Broadcast brings six old-time radio thrillers from fogbound streets to haunted seas. A war veteran helps a stranger home and becomes entangled in murder; treasure hunters encounter the captain of a sunken galleon. Hear In the Fog (CBS Radio Mystery Theater), Two If by Sea (Escape), The Man in the Fog (Suspense), Seascape (The Whistler), The Murder Ship (Inner Sanctum), and The Sea Phantom (Dark Fantasy). More than three hours of vintage radio suspense mix murder mysteries, espionage, and ghostly encounters. Who can you trust when you can't see what's ahead?Bonus episodes & support: https://weeklyspooky.com/joinMore scary stories: https://weeklyspooky.com/Story submissions: WeeklySpooky@gmail.com

durée : 00:14:01 - Les Matins de France Culture - par : Marguerite Catton - Et si le vent redevenait le moteur du transport maritime ? Des cargos à voile de taille industrielle font aujourd'hui le pari de réduire fortement la consommation de carburant et les émissions du fret, sans renoncer à la régularité du transport. - équipe : Juliette Mouëllic, Margaux Leridon, Jean-Christophe Francis - invités : Jean Zanuttini Fondateur de Neoline Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

Tuck your pants into your socks, people. That's the new Maritime fashion if you want to enjoy the wilderness without ticks these days. It's a world away from Vett Lloyd's bite, back in 2010, where authorities told the scientist there were no ticks in New Brunswick. That bite provoked Vett to become a leading scientist in the fight against ticks, and helped inspire a new wave of research being carried out today. Get up grossly close to the creepy crawlies with producer Myfanwy Davies in her documentary, More Voices In The Wilderness.

durée : 00:14:01 - L'Invité(e) des Matins d'après - par : Marguerite Catton - Et si le vent redevenait le moteur du transport maritime ? Des cargos à voile de taille industrielle font aujourd'hui le pari de réduire fortement la consommation de carburant et les émissions du fret, sans renoncer à la régularité du transport. - équipe : Juliette Mouëllic, Margaux Leridon, Jean-Christophe Francis - invités : Jean Zanuttini Fondateur de Neoline Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. Civilization VI, made a number of changes, and one of the biggest was the introduction of Districts. Buildings that perviously would have just been part of the city now had to be built in special districts, and the game limited how many of them you could build in any one city. This forced you to make choices, and making choices is the heart of the Civilization series. Playing Civilization VI, Part 1 Districts As we have said before, the rule for each new version of Civilization is that 1/3 stays the same, 1/3 is tweaked, and 1/3 is new. So among things staying the same is the Hexagonal grid first introduced in Civ V, along with the usual roaming tribe in 4000BC. But the handling of terrain that a city can use has changed. The old Big Fat Cross was dropped in Civ V, and replaced with a large Hexagon. And how you use the terrain has changed. In older versions of Civilization, the terrain was mostly used for either farming or mining. It was all about resource extraction, in other words. All of the Buildings you constructed you could think of as abstract, or as all living in the City Center. The only reason you had for making different choices in the Build queue was if you didn't have enough time or resources to build everything. As a result, many cities looked very similar in what got built. You would put a Granary in each city to help it grow, a Barracks in each to build your troops, a Temple in each city to gather Faith, and so on. There wasn't much a decision here, or at least not enough to satisfy Ed Beach, the Chief Designer of Civ VI. So he came up with a new land use system involving Districts. With this system, you had to allocate land in your city for most things you would build. If you wanted to focus on Science, for instance, you would have to allocate a tile to a Campus district. Then, inside this district you could build a Library, a University, an Obervatory, and a Research Lab. But that is the only place they could be built. Furthermore, to prevent you from building every district, they limited the number of districts each city could have based on its population. You can always build one district with a new city, but to build another you need to get to a population of 4, and you get the ability to add a District with each additional increment of 3, so at Population 7, 10, 13 you get the ability to add a District. And these Districts have to be constructed as part of the normal city Build process. So in the above example, you would first have to build the Campus district, and when that was complete you could then build the Library to put inside it. And for both the Districts and the buildings inside of them you need to research certain technologies before they become available to you. Where to locate your districts becomes an issue as well. First of all, the tiles available to you are also your stock of tiles for building Farms and Mines, so you need to make choices here. Of course, making choices is the basis them of all Civilization games. Then there are the adjacency effects of terrain tiles. Both Campus (Science) and Holy Site (Faith) districts benefit from being adjacent to Mountains, and the adjacency effects are cumulative, so a tile with mountains on 3 sides can have major bonuses. But since this affects both kinds of Districts, again you have to make a choice. If you are aiming at a Science Victory, or a Religious victory, the choice will be easier, but in case you need to choose. As to placing a District, when you decide to build one you will get a highlight on the map of locations that are permissable. But if you have several such sites, you need to choose which one fits your strategy best. District Types There are a lot of Districts you can build and listing every one of them here would be tedious. Some are only relevant to late-game situations, others address issues like Housing and Amenities, which we will discuss separately. But there is group of core Districts that every player will need to deal with from the beginning: City Center – This is one you get automatically when you build a city, and can hold a Granary, a Monument, a Water Mill, and various levels of Walls, ranging from Ancient to Renaissance. Campus – This is the Science district, and is unlocked by discovering Writing. That comes pretty early so you will get this capability quite easily, but if you are going for a Science victory you might want to make a beeline for Writing. Remember that if you go into the Tech Tree you can click on a tech to select it, and the game will automatically research it and all of its prerequisites. This is very handy for simplifying Research choices. As mentioned, an adjacency bonus is +1 Science for every adjacent Mountain, but you can also get #1 Science for every 2 Rainforest or District tiles. Don't worry about memorizing these bonuses, they will appear on the map when you are selecting a spot to place your District. Campuses contain Libraries, Universities, Observatories, and Research Labs. And the more built up your Campus Disctrict is, the more Great Scientist points you accumulate. If you want a Science victory you should make it a priority to get Camapus districts put down ASAP in at least a couple of cities, since the effects build like compound interest. Theater Square – This is the Culture District, and is unlocked by discovering Drama and Poetry. That is a somewhat later tech, use the technique of clicking on it in the Tech Tree to get there quickly if you want to pursue a Culture victory. It contains the Amphitheater, Art Museum, Archeaological Museum, and Broadcast Center. It gives +2 Culture from each adjacent Wonder, and +1 Culture from each 2 adjacent Discrticts. The buildings all have slots for holding Great Works, and generate points for Great Writers, Great Artists, and Great Musicians. Holy Site – This is the Religious district, and is unlocked when you discover Astrology, which is a fairly early tech. This district contains Shrines, Temples, and other Worship buildings. It generates Faith, which can be surprisingly useful. Civ VI introduced a new system of relgious warfare and new Religious victory type, but in some circumstances you can use Faith to purchase Units and Buildings, so even if you are not intending a Religious victory you should not overlook it. This district generates Great Profit points. It has adjacency bonuses of +1 Faith from every adjacent Mountain tile, and +2 Faith from every adjacent Natural Wonder, so if you are lucky enough to have a Natural Wonder in your city keep this in mind. Encampment – This is the Military district, and is unlocked by discovering Bronze Working, a very early tech. By building an encampment you can build units that start out with higher Veteran status. In Civ VI I like to build one or two of these in my Empire and use them to construct all of my units. Remember, in Civilization you always want to maintain a strong military to deter your rivals. Buildings include Barracks, Stable, Armory, and Military Academy. This District produces Great General points. It has no adjacency bonus, and cannot be built next to the City Center. But it has strong Defense and can function like the City Center in terms of defense and bombardment capabilities. All newly produced or purchased units will appear in this District, not in the City Center as would otherwise happen. I like to build this on land that is otherwise of low value, like a Desert tile. Commercial Hub – This is the Commerce district, and is unlocked by discovering Currency. The Buildings you can place in this include the Market, the Bank, and the Stock Exchange. Adjacency bonuses include +2 Gold from an adjacent Harbor, and +2 Gold for each Adjacent river. So if your city includes a river that runs into the ocean, place a Harbor in the right spot and then a Commercial Hub and watch the Gold pile up! The Commercial Hub generates Great Merchant points. In addition, a Commercial Hub gives you one additional Trade Route, another way to generate more cash. As we have seen in this series, in all Civilization games a healthy Treasury is a major part of a successful game no matter what Victory type you are pursuing. Harbor – This is the Seafaring District and is unlocked when you discover Celestial Navigation. Buildings in this district include Lighthouse, Shipyard, and Seaport. And if you don't have a Commercial Hub in the city, adding a harbor can give you one additional Trade Route. Adjacency bonuses include +1 Gold from each adjacent Coastal resource, and +1 Gold from every 2 adjacent District tiles. There is also a bonus of +2 Gold if adjacent to the City Center. This district has to be built in Coastal waters adjacent to Land, but note that the City Center does not need to be on the Coast to build this. You just need to have Coastal Waters available within your city. This district generates Great Admiral points. While this district is important for projecting Maritime power, it is equally useful for generating Gold, reflecting the fact that historically Maritime powers have been the most successful traders and the wealthiest nations. Industrial Zone – This is the Production district, and is unlocked when you discover Apprenticeship. Its buildings include the Workshop, the Factory, and the Power Plant. Adjacency bonuses include +1 Production from each adjacent Quarry or Mine, and +1 from each two adjacent Districts. One interesting thing is that some of the prodction bonuses from this district can applly to any City whose City Center is within 6 tiles, so it is possible by careful placement to have one Industrial Zone that benefits 2-3 cities. This district generates Great Engineer points. These are the major districts you will be dealing with, and note that each one generates Great Person points. But note also that there are 7 of them. You can certainly have a large Empire that contains at least one of each. But to have all of them in one city would require a population of 22, which can happen if you aim for it, but also would mean very little in the way of farming or mining. I have seen expert players do a “one city challenge” where they attempt to win a victory with only one very large city, but I have never been interested in that sort of thing. I play to relax and enjoy myself. And one more thing about adjacency bonuses: you get bonuses even from Districts in a different city. As an example if you place a Commercial Hub from City A next to a Theater Square from City B, both Districts can benefit from the adjacency. Links https://civilization.fandom.com/wiki/District_(Civ6) https://www.palain.com/gaming/civilization-vi/playing-civilization-vi-part-1/ Provide feedback on this episode.

Princess Cruises has removed Princess Cays from published itineraries for six ships beginning in November 2026, ending 34 years of scheduled calls at the Eleuthera beach destination since 1992; the October 17, 2026 departure of Regal Princess is the last published Princess itinerary to include it, Sun Princess and Caribbean Princess are among the vessels being redirected, and RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay and Celebration Key are among the replacement destinations, with prepaid excursions, cabanas and beach rentals automatically canceled and refunded. Royal Caribbean International's Hero of the Seas completed its float-out at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland on September 4, with crews filling the dock with over 90 million gallons of water overnight; the roughly 250,800-gross-ton Icon-class ship was more than 60% complete, measures about 1,196 feet, and will carry around 5,600 guests and approximately 2,350 crew when it begins seven-night Caribbean cruises from PortMiami on August 11, 2027. And a University of Queensland Law School study by Dr Rosemary Gibson, published in Lloyd's Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly, finds that class action waivers in cruise passenger contracts are generally void under Australian Consumer Law, which prohibits unfair terms in standard-form consumer contracts and requires operators to show restrictive clauses are reasonably necessary, following the High Court's December 2023 ruling in Karpik v Carnival plc.

On Oct. 22, 1929, the railroad car ferry Milwaukee left Wisconsin for Grand Haven, Michigan, despite a severe storm raging across Lake Michigan.The 338-foot vessel carried 25 loaded railroad cars and nearly 50 crew members. Other captains had chosen to remain in port, but Capt. Robert “Bad Weather” McKay headed into the gale.The Milwaukee never reached Michigan. Days later, bodies, lifeboats and wreckage began washing ashore. Then searchers found something remarkable: a watertight message container holding a handwritten note from the ship's purser.“The ship is making water fast,” he wrote. “Seas are tremendous. Things look bad.” There were no survivors.In this episode of End of the Road in Michigan, we follow the final voyage of the Milwaukee, examine why the ship sailed, what may have caused it to sink and how a small piece of paper became the final voice of a lost Great Lakes crew.The wreck remained missing for more than 40 years before divers found it sitting upright beneath Lake Michigan, still holding railroad cars and cargo from its final crossing.The End of the Road in Michigan is a production of Thumbwind Publications

In May 2026, the United States Coast Guard announced the creation of a new Special Missions Command — a major restructuring designed to unify elite maritime units responsible for counterterrorism, drug interdiction, port security, disaster response, and high-risk operations. In this episode, we examine why the Coast Guard believes future threats will increasingly emerge through oceans, ports, shipping lanes, and gray-zone maritime conflict. Through the lens of special operations, geopolitical strategy, and modern asymmetric warfare, we explore how this new command may transform America's maritime security posture for decades to come.

The Ship Report, Thursday, September 10, 2026Today we remember a tragic day in US history: September 11, 2001, when terrorists flew planes into the World Trade Center in New York City, and the Pentagon in Washington DC. A third hijacked plane crashed in a field in Pennsylvania, commandeered by heroic passengers, who took the plan down rather than let it complete its terrible mission, which was to hit the US Capitol Building.In the midst of terrible chaos and destruction, an amazing rescue mission unfolded in NY Harbor: Boatlift, organized by the Coast Guard.They called all available boats in the waters of metropolitan NY and New Jersey to help evacuate people stranded after the towers fell. What resulted was a supreme act of spontaneous mariner heroism, as boat after boat converged on the southern end of Manhattan, to help evacuate hundreds of thousands of survivors from the island.In the midst of tragedy, our mariners showed us the best we can be.Link to the film Boatlift: https://youtu.be/MDOrzF7B2Kg?si=Wa5CQ4oJMw_baJDXImage: USACE NY, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia CommonsCaption: Patrol Boat Hocking heads toward lower Manhattan on 9/11 to provide assistance following the attacks on the World Trade Center. PB Hocking was one of many U.S. Army Corps of Engineers vessels from various Districts that were on the waters of the New York and New Jersey Harbor that day helping to ferry evacuees from lower Manhattan and bringing in emergency responders on return trips. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers file photo)

durée : 00:02:46 - Le 5/7 - La Chine vient de lancer une liaison de transport de marchandises vers l'Europe via l'Arctique, profitant de la fonte de la banquise qui permet aux porte-conteneurs de passer sans brise-glace. Une nouvelle route maritime aux nombreux enjeux, et risques. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

durée : 00:02:46 - Debout la Terre - La Chine vient de lancer une liaison de transport de marchandises vers l'Europe via l'Arctique, profitant de la fonte de la banquise qui permet aux porte-conteneurs de passer sans brise-glace. Une nouvelle route maritime aux nombreux enjeux, et risques. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

Emerging technology is reshaping how ships are designed, built, maintained, and sustained across the U.S. maritime industrial base. As the U.S. Navy works to modernize its fleet and increase shipbuilding production, shipbuilders are turning to digital engineering, advanced manufacturing, robotics, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and new approaches to acquisition and workforce development to deliver more capable ships faster and more efficiently.In this episode of Emerging Tech Horizons, Dr. Arun Seraphin speaks with Admiral Rick Hunt, President of Fincantieri Marinette Marine and a member of NDIA's Board of Directors, about the emerging technologies, digital engineering practices, advanced manufacturing processes, and workforce challengesshaping the future of American shipbuilding. Drawing on his 37 years of Navy experience and leadership in industry, Hunt discusses how emerging technology, robotics, automation, and AI-enabled capabilities can strengthen the U.S. maritime industrial base and accelerate the delivery of future naval capabilities.Key Topics Include:- Why increasing production speed and designing future warships for producibility must become priorities in modern shipbuilding.- The role of robotic welding, collaborative robots, automated panel lines, and other advanced manufacturing technologies in improving efficiency, safety, quality, and production capacity.- How digital ship design, digital engineering, and model-based engineering can improve consistency, maintainability, and collaboration across shipyards and manufacturing locations.- The importance of designing ships for readiness, maintainability, sustainability, and flexibility so they can adapt to emerging technologies, evolving missions, and future capability requirements.- How commercial shipbuilding practices and dual-use emerging technologies can inform innovation across the defense industrial base.- The changing relationship between traditional shipbuilders and non-traditional companies, particularly in the rapidly evolving unmanned maritime and autonomous systems sector.- How acquisition reform, multi-year contracting, and stronger demand signals could encourage industry investment in emerging technology and advanced shipbuilding capabilities and expand shipbuilding capacity.- The challenges facing the maritime workforce, from shortages of welders and skilled tradespeople to the need for more naval architects, engineers, and workers with digital engineering and advanced technology skills. Listen to this episode of Emerging Tech Horizons to explore how emerging technology, digital engineering, robotics, and artificial intelligence are transforming the future of American shipbuilding and the U.S. maritime industrial base.NDIA Emerging Technologies Institute: https://www.ndiaeti.orgNDIA Emerging Technologies Conference: https://www.ndiatechexpo.orgBe sure to follow us on social media for updates, early access to upcoming events, inside scoops, & more:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4htROo0Twitter: https://bit.ly/48LHAx3Facebook: https://bit.ly/47vlht8And for more podcasts, articles, & publications covering all things emerging tech, visit: ndiaeti.org #EmergingTechnology #DigitalEngineering #Robotics #Shipbuilding #USNavy #DefenseInnovation #AdvancedManufacturing #MaritimeIndustry #DefenseIndustrialBase

Chinese tech giant Huawei faces a US racketeering trial. Bankers for Anthropic and OpenAI push for top-tier credit ratings. Plus, the EU signals greater openness to mega mergers.Mentioned in this podcast:Was Huawei's rise built on crime? A US jury will decideWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing was produced by Josh Gabert-Doyon, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Mischa Frankl-Duval. Our show was mixed by Breen Turner. Additional help from Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa and Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maritime Myke fills us in on Cruise # 3. We cover recent Six Flags news, D23, and some odd news from Mattel Adventure Park.Catch us on the internet: solo.to/coastercuzzies

In this latest episode of the Seatrade Maritime News Podcast we explore the innovative Sigma platform designed by Speedcast, and how it is reshaping connectivity management for ship owners and operators. Join Timo Biemueller VP of Maritime in EMEA and Anastasis Gryponisiotis VP of Software Engineering as they discuss how Sigma optimises network management, enhances real-time communication, and adapts to the evolving maritime landscape.The conversation coversAn overview of SigmaTraffic management in SigmaStandardising management across vesselsIntegration of value-added servicesCyber security in multi-network environmentsFuture connectivity requirementsListen to the full episode now

VOV1 - Dữ liệu phân tích hàng hải công bố hôm qua cho biết, trong tuần trước, lưu thông qua 2 vùng biển chiến lược của khu vực là eo Hormuz và eo Bab el-Mandab, có sự diễn biến trái chiều. Theo đó, trong lúc lượng tàu đi qua cửa ngõ vùng Vịnh giảm sút, thì qua tuyến Biển Đỏ lại phục hồi và gia tăng.Cụ thể, dữ liệu do Maritime công bố trên mạng xã hội X cho biết, số tàu đi qua eo Hormuz trong tuần qua giảm tới 28%, xuống còn 77 tàu. Trong đó, tàu chở theo hàng hóa giảm từ 45 chiếc của tuần trước nữa, xuống còn 33 tàu. Số tàu thuộc danh sách bị trừng phạt, còn gọi là đội tàu bóng tối, đi qua eo Hormuz giảm mạnh nhất, từ 50 tàu xuống còn 23 chiếc. Phần lớn phương tiện lưu thông trong tuần sử dụng tuyến do Iran chỉ định, với 40 tàu.   Trái ngược với sự suy giảm của hoạt động lưu thông qua eo Hormuz, lượng tàu đi qua eo biển Bab el-Mandab, lại phục hồi và gia tăng. Cụ thể, trong tuần qua có 248 tàu hàng đi qua tuyến vận tải nối với Biển Đỏ này, tăng 9,7% so với tuần trước nữa. Trong đó, số tàu có chở theo hàng hóa tăng từ 103 chiếc, lên thành 109 chiếc.Theo Maritime, nguyên nhân khiến tàu hàng đi qua eo Hormuz giảm xuống, là do sức ép của hoạt động chiến sự tại vùng Vịnh. Tuần qua, Mỹ và Iran đã tiến hành nhiều cuộc tấn công dữ dội nhằm vào nhau.Trong khi đó, với tuyến qua eo biển Bab el-Mandab, dù giao tranh vẫn tiếp diễn, nhưng quy mô và cường độ đã giảm xuống. Đồng thời, các chủ tàu cũng cho thấy khả năng thích ứng cao với căng thẳng, khiến lượng phương tiện lưu thông gia tăng./.Bá Thi/VOV Ai CậpEo biển Hormuz

It seems like chatting-it-up is part of Maritime culture. People love to talk, even with strangers. So, Jax Irwin has made a delightful gig of this friendly way of life. She's a Toronto broadcaster who is originally from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. On her social media, she calls random East Coast phone numbers, numbers in the 902 area code, and chitchats with whoever answers. We talk to her about what some of those conversations are, and why she calls herself a ‘phone call enthusiast.”

George Lampey warmly hosts the 'No One Likes Us Talkin' Team,' featuring Dean Wilson, Stan Godwin, and Craig Wilson, as they share their thoughts on Saturday's thrilling Millwall Championship match at The Den against Bolton Wanderers.They delve into the reasons behind and the impact of the team's notable injury list, discussing how it shapes their upcoming challenges.It's a real pleasure to welcome a true legend—Millwall Lionesses and England goalkeeper Pauline Cope, as our special guest.They recognise the contribution and passing of former Millwall striker Hugh Curran.Wrapping up, they look forward to next Tuesday's exciting Carabao Cup clash, when Millwall hosts top-flight Newcastle United at The Den, sparking anticipation among the fans for an unforgettable game.Music and audio credits:https://www.maritimeradio.co.ukhttps://www.FesliyanStudios.comhttps://www.millwallcommunity.org.ukYouTube/ @zamparecord

Today, we’re bringing you the best from newsrooms across Washington… First, an unusual wildfire recovery organization arrived in Spokane this past weekend. The Alta Heritage Foundation helps people recover their cremated loved ones from homes destroyed by wildfires. Next, it's back to school season. That means many high school juniors and seniors are starting to think about college. But a maritime trade program in Clark County, Washington is charting a different course. And finally, Dolly Parton had a direct philanthropic impact on our region… Her Imagination Library serves millions of children nationwide, including around 85-thousand in Washington state. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online or on the KUOW App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host: Lalo Solorzano & Cindy Allen Guest(s): Will Fediw, Virginia Maritime Association Published: September 2, 2026 Length: Approx. 29 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary Trade associations can be much more than networking groups—they can become an extension of your team, a source of industry intelligence, and a powerful collective voice when policy decisions affect your business. In this episode of Simply Trade, Lalo Solorzano and Cindy Allen sit down with Will Fediw of the Virginia Maritime Association (VMA) to explore the real business value of getting involved in an industry association. Will shares examples of how companies of all sizes have used association membership to uncover funding and incentive opportunities, make valuable business connections, strengthen advocacy efforts, and gain access to expertise they may not have internally. The conversation also highlights the close relationship between international trade and the maritime industry. From tariffs and regulatory changes to ports, trucking, rail, warehousing, importers, and exporters, the entire supply chain is interconnected. Finally, the group previews VMA26: International Trade Symposium, taking place October 13–15, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia, where maritime, logistics, supply chain, and trade professionals will come together for education, strategic conversations, and networking. Simply Trade listeners can use promo code VMA26Trade for $100 off registration. Main Topic / Discussion This episode explores why active participation in trade and industry associations can create measurable value for businesses. Will explains how the Virginia Maritime Association connects companies across the maritime supply chain—from ocean carriers and terminals to trucking, rail, warehousing, manufacturers, importers, exporters, and professional service providers. The conversation focuses on three major benefits of association involvement: access to information and resources, business-to-business connections, and collective advocacy. Will also explains why advocacy is especially valuable for small and midsize companies that may not have dedicated government affairs teams or in-house resources. At the same time, even major corporations can benefit from having an established association represent broader industry interests before policymakers. Lalo, Cindy, and Will also discuss the importance of educating elected officials about how trade and maritime policy affects businesses, jobs, cargo movement, and communities throughout the supply chain. The episode concludes with a preview of VMA26: International Trade Symposium, October 13–15, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia. Simply Trade Listener Offer: Use promo code VMA26Trade for $100 off registration. Key Takeaways • Trade associations can provide expertise, connections, education, and resources that companies may not have available internally. • Association membership can create real business opportunities by connecting members with potential customers, partners, programs, grants, and industry resources. • Collective advocacy gives businesses—especially smaller companies—a stronger voice with legislators and government agencies without requiring their own full-time government affairs operation. • Maritime transportation and international trade are inseparable. Changes involving tariffs, regulation, cargo flows, ports, carriers, and supply chains ultimately affect businesses across the entire trade ecosystem. • Effective advocacy requires more than access to policymakers. Industry professionals can serve as subject matter experts who help elected officials understand the real-world consequences of proposed policies. • VMA26 brings maritime, shipping, logistics, supply chain, government, and trade professionals together for education, peer-to-peer discussion, and networking. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • Virginia Maritime Association • VMA26: International Trade Symposium • VMA26 Simply Trade Listener Discount: Use code VMA26Trade for $100 off registration • VMA26 Dates: October 13–15, 2026 | Norfolk, Virginia Credits Host: Lalo Solorzano Cindy Allen Guest(s): Will Fediw - LinkedIn Producer: Lalo Solorzano

Join us on Travel Is Back episode 215 as we wander through fog-swept Portland, Maine, where maritime charm meets world-class seafood. We share neighborhood strolls, casual lobster shacks, and landmark lighthouse views, plus practical travel tips for first-timers. Highlights include Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, the cobbled Old Port waterfront, iconic lobster shacks on Commercial Street and along the shore, Casco Bay ferries to nearby islands, and the Eastern Promenade for sunset views. Food lovers will find must-try lobster rolls, creamy New England clam chowder, and local craft breweries like Allagash; we also recommend Duckfat for fries and tasting rooms for afternoon hops. Travel tips cover the best seasons to visit (late spring to early fall for warmer weather and summer festivals), parking and walkability in Old Port, ferry schedules, and how to time a lighthouse visit for golden-hour photos. This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Tune in for a welcoming guide to Portland's flavors, sights, and small-town sea air. Travel Is Back -- over 200 episodes covering destinations across America and beyond.Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

For perspective on the latest developments in the war with Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with retired U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery and Michelle Wiese Bockmann, an analyst at Windward, a London-based maritime intelligence company. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Krassi Fotev is a maritime technology entrepreneur leading innovation in vessel efficiency and decarbonization. He is driving the adoption of passive hardware and soon data-driven solutions to reduce emissions and transform global shipping operations. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Small improvements in shipping efficiency can significantly reduce global carbon emissions. 2. Nature inspires powerful engineering solutions that improve efficiency without extra energy. 3. Maritime decarbonization will rely on better hardware, smarter operations, and greater vessel efficiency. Check out Krassi's website to learn more about the technology - 13 Mari Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Strawberry - Discover what's possible with a professional coach by your side. Start today and get 50 percent off your first coaching session at Strawberry.me/fire.

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week:“Patient capital to establish trust, efficacy and potential for scale in youth mental health startups,” by Hopelab's Nathaan Demers"After a commercial failure, AIM Horizon goes all in on impact for maritime decarbonization," by Jessica Pothering

Is DEI still relevant?  Is there a way to make the maritime industry more attractive using a more updated strategy for diversity, equity and inclusion? Can our industry catch up with other industries by adopting guidelines? Are we willing to change in this area as well? You can contribute by telling your story to the All Aboard Alliance and their project Unspoken. Please do so and thereby contribute to the maritime industry's development of a future-proof workplace.  I am all ears should you want to share your views with me; hello@shippingpodcast.com  Lena  xxx

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week:“⁠Patient capital to establish trust, efficacy and potential for scale in youth mental health startups⁠,” by Hopelab's Nathaan Demers"⁠After a commercial failure, AIM Horizon goes all in on impact for maritime decarbonization⁠," by Jessica Pothering

Constructing the Medieval Maritime State: Identity, Violence, and Connection in the Mediterranean (Oxford University Press, 2026) by Professor Travis Bruce explores how the small medieval kingdom of Denia in Spain became a powerful maritime state after the collapse of the Umayyad Caliphate. Its rulers built authority, not only through war and seafaring raids but also by connecting Denia to wider Mediterranean trade, diplomacy, and culture. The rise and evolution of the taifa of Denia is a powerful case study for understanding the construction of medieval maritime states in the Mediterranean. Dr. Bruce situates Denia within the collapse of the Umayyad Caliphate and explores how its rulers forged legitimacy through identity formation, maritime violence, and regional connectivity. Denia's identity was negotiated through rulership, unfreedom, and cultural hybridity, and violence — particularly predatory warfare and maritime jihad — functioned as both statecraft and economic extraction. At the same time, Denia's entanglement in commercial, diplomatic, and intellectual networks positioned it as a key node linking the Islamic Mediterranean and the Latin West. The state's trajectory cannot be reduced to narratives of decline or simple religious conflict but instead reveals a process of negotiation shaped by mobility, interdependence, and the fluid boundaries between public and private power. This narrative reframes Mediterranean history beyond Eurocentric paradigms and underscores the significance of Islamic maritime states within the wider medieval world. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

John Hardie reports on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, specifically Russia's rejection of a Black Sea ceasefire in favor of striking Ukrainian food supplies. He notes that while Russia maintains a maritime blockade advantage, Ukraine is retaliating with high-precision long-range drone strikes against Russian oil refineries and defense plants. Hardie suggests that the Kremlin may be receptive to a moratorium on deep-strike operations because their own infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable. He concludes that Ukraine currently holds a tactical edge in drone technology, aided by Western intelligence to bypass Russian air defenses. (6)

Captain James Fanell: Captain James Fanell reports on China's escalating campaign to annex international waters east of Taiwan. For the first time, Chinese vessels are interrogating ships on the high seas, an outrageous violation of maritime norms. This aggression occurs as the US Navy is severely overstretched, with carrier deployments extending to nine months and the arsenal of democracy being depleted by conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Fanell urges the US and partner navies to conduct joint maneuvers with Taiwan to counter Beijing's comprehensive national power strategy. (3)

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The U.S. Army goes head-to-head with Ukraine's battle-hardened drone warriors in a major war game—and suffers a crushing defeat that exposes a dangerous weakness in America's preparations for modern combat. Vladimir Putin threatens to seize European vessels if Western governments continue targeting Russia's shadow fleet, raising the risk of a direct maritime confrontation. Foreign troops could soon enter Lebanon to verify Hezbollah's disarmament under a developing plan backed by Israel and Beirut. American fuel pours into Cuba's emerging private market, where gasoline has fetched an astonishing $38 per gallon. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Trust & Will: Estate planning doesn't have to be complicated—create your will or trust online in minutes with Trust & Will and get 20% off at https://trustandwill.com/PDB  Mars Men: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com  Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 2107, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and host of Who's With Me?, W Kamau Bell, to discuss… Establishment Taking A Victory Lap On WOKE 1, Weather Forecasts Have Become A Human Centipede Of AI Bullsh*t, Mark Zuckerberg’s Superyacht Bravely Ignores Distress Call, Also Pervert Glasses Are Being Banned In Bars And Other Popular Social Venues In The UK, AI Music Has Been Normalized and more! Feel Like Your Phone’s Weather App Often Gets It Wrong? Experts Say You Aren't Imagining It AI Has Flooded All the Weather Apps A judge said the Trump administration can’t dismantle a weather research center. The damage may already be done. Trump cuts to weather data could make forecasts less reliable, warn experts Traditional models still 'outperform AI' for extreme weather forecasts Mark Zuckerberg’s Superyacht Bravely Ignores Distress Call Zuckerberg's Yacht: A $300 Million LAUNCHPAD For Controversy Mark Zuckerberg faces questions after yacht failed to respond to Alaska maritime aid call Repeatedly refused to respond:’ Zuckerberg spokesperson says yacht did not hear call for maritime assist Popular Bars and Restaurants Are Banning Smart Glasses LISTEN: @toddsantlers aka Todd CrozierSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Roggio and Bridget Toomey of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies discuss the Houthis' re-entry into the regional war by declaring a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea. Roggio criticizes the Trumpadministration's lack of a forceful military response, arguing that two US destroyers are insufficient to secure vital waterways. Toomey explains that the Houthis use these attacks to re-establish domestic norms and pressure the global oil market. They note that while the Houthis operate independently, their actions align with Iranian goals to use control over maritime chokepoints as a strategic "nuclear weapon." (6)1771