Podcasts about medals

Thiruben Thana Rajan recently shattered a 38-year-old national record in the 800m at the Asian Athletics Championships - and that's just the start. From injury comebacks to podium dreams, he sits down with Sports Minutes to share how he balances a full-time job with full-speed ambition. This is more than just a win on track - it’s a story of persistence, planning, and passion. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The third edition of the Saudi Games concluded in October 2024, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts and minds of those who took part.Some 9,000 local and expatriate athletes competed in 52 sporting disciplines, among them Elisa Grassi. The Italian expat, competing in her second Games, took gold in the women's road cycling event.Grassi, 28, is originally from northern Italy. A biomedical researcher by profession, she discovered a passion for cycling not at home, but after moving to Saudi Arabia in 2019.She says embracing cycling was the “best decision” of her life.In this episode of The Mettleset Podcast, Dawn talks to Grassi about her not one, but two Saudi Games gold medals. She shares her journey from biomedical research to cycling, the challenges she faced, and how her decision to embrace cycling led to her success. Elisa reflects on her second Saudi Games experience, where she clinched her second gold medal, and the strong support from her teammates and coach.This episode was originally published in October 2024.Find Saudi Games Gold Medalist, Elisa Grassi at (@greli_)

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran, during Veterans Month in America. SUBMITTED BY: Barry M. Papke _____________________________________________________________ 1st) Bradley D. Foerstel (Deceased) US Army Vietnam Veteran Spec 4 (E-4) Served from August 1969 to May 1971 (in Vietnam Jan. to Dec. 1970) He was in the 1st US Army D Troop 8th Squadron 1st Cavalry Medals and Awards National Defense Service Medal Army Commendation Medal Air Medal Vietnam Medal Brad was a local guy lived in Affton after being discharged. He graduated from Bayless High School. He was a carpenter his whole life after the Army. 2nd) Eugene L. Konold (Deceased) US Marine Corps Major Received his Commission as a 2nd Lt. in Feb. 1981 and served in the Infantry at Camp Lejeune as a Logistics Officer. He returned to St. Louis serving in the Reserves and ending his commission as a Casualty Officer during Desert Storm. Medals and Awards 1st Lt. Navy Achievement Navy Accommodation Capt. Navy Achievement National Defense Service Medal 3rd) Barry M. Papke (Currently Retired) US Air Force Regular 4 years (Aug. 1971 to Aug. 1975) Member of 218th Engineering Squadron - Missouri Air National Guard (MOANG) 17 1/2 years May 1980 to January 1998 Total service time 21 1/2 years. Retired Rank of Master Sargent MSGT (E-7) Medals and Awards Meritorious Service Medal National Defense Service Medal Vietnam Medal Missouri National Guard Commendation for serving during the Great Midwest Flood of 1993. I entered the Air Force and was trained to be a Cartographer. That training landed me a job with the Defense Mapping Agency now known today as NGA (National Geo-Spatial Intelligence Agency) where I retired from. I would also like to recognize my deceased father who was an Army World War II vet who was part of General MacArthur Occupation forces in Japan after the nuclear bombing. ________________________________________________________________ This is today’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran, during Veterans Month in America on NewsTalkSTL. With support from our friends at: DG FIREARMS - PATRIOT HEATING AND COOLING - BEST BUY FLOORINGSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran, during Veterans Month in America. SUBMITTED BY: Barry M. Papke _____________________________________________________________ 1st) Bradley D. Foerstel (Deceased) US Army Vietnam Veteran Spec 4 (E-4) Served from August 1969 to May 1971 (in Vietnam Jan. to Dec. 1970) He was in the 1st US Army D Troop 8th Squadron 1st Cavalry Medals and Awards National Defense Service Medal Army Commendation Medal Air Medal Vietnam Medal Brad was a local guy lived in Affton after being discharged. He graduated from Bayless High School. He was a carpenter his whole life after the Army. 2nd) Eugene L. Konold (Deceased) US Marine Corps Major Received his Commission as a 2nd Lt. in Feb. 1981 and served in the Infantry at Camp Lejeune as a Logistics Officer. He returned to St. Louis serving in the Reserves and ending his commission as a Casualty Officer during Desert Storm. Medals and Awards 1st Lt. Navy Achievement Navy Accommodation Capt. Navy Achievement National Defense Service Medal 3rd) Barry M. Papke (Currently Retired) US Air Force Regular 4 years (Aug. 1971 to Aug. 1975) Member of 218th Engineering Squadron - Missouri Air National Guard (MOANG) 17 1/2 years May 1980 to January 1998 Total service time 21 1/2 years. Retired Rank of Master Sargent MSGT (E-7) Medals and Awards Meritorious Service Medal National Defense Service Medal Vietnam Medal Missouri National Guard Commendation for serving during the Great Midwest Flood of 1993. I entered the Air Force and was trained to be a Cartographer. That training landed me a job with the Defense Mapping Agency now known today as NGA (National Geo-Spatial Intelligence Agency) where I retired from. I would also like to recognize my deceased father who was an Army World War II vet who was part of General MacArthur Occupation forces in Japan after the nuclear bombing. ________________________________________________________________ This is today’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran, during Veterans Month in America on NewsTalkSTL. With support from our friends at: DG FIREARMS - PATRIOT HEATING AND COOLING - BEST BUY FLOORINGSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tazz and NayNay give a quick update on the grappling tournament over the weekend!

Hour 3 starts with MN Rep Elliot Engen joining to discuss the legislative special session. Jon plays several talkbacks related to the ABC news coverage of the LA riots. Jon turns his attention to recent headlines involving trans student athletes.

74-year old Louis Massyn of George is the first person to have earned 50 Comrades Marathon medals, having run his first Comrades back in 1973, and completing all the subsequent races he participated in. He speaks to Lester Kiewit about this amazing achievement. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushWhat happens after you win five gold medals in the Olympics?In this episode, 5 time Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer and entrepreneur, Nathan Adrian, opens up about the pressure of elite performance, the shock of a cancer diagnosis, and what it's like to rebuild identity after sport.He's an Olympic icon, but also a husband, father, and now co-founder of a company that helps young athletes learn to love swimming. This isn't just about performance — it's about purpose, transition, and what it means to evolve.Whether you're chasing big goals, recovering from a setback, or trying to figure out what comes next — this episode hits home.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Nathan trained for Olympic success (and mental longevity)What .01 seconds taught him about belief and pressureWhy missing the 2008 team became his breakthroughHow cancer changed his priorities and sense of identityThe mindset shifts required to move beyond the Olympics and elite sportWhy fun, community, and mentorship are the next frontierSponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Laird Superfood, The World As You'll Know It podcast, Momentous, and LMNT.

The Vault of American Memory: Glenn Beck and the Battle to Preserve the Truth In this special, on-the-road episode, Sage Steele takes a unique and memorable trip to Irving, TX, and steps inside the high-security vault of Glenn Beck — media mogul, bestselling author, and a controversial voice in modern conservatism — for an unforgettable tour of America's forgotten history. Not your typical "sit-down" interview, Sage and Glenn engage with the collection, from founding documents to Hollywood memorabilia, Beck reveals a personal crusade to preserve not just the glory, but the grit of the American story. Through Beck's private collection, the third-largest archive of founding documents, this conversation becomes a deep meditation on truth, memory, and control. Beck opens up about a spiritual “clay pots” experience that prompted the creation of his collection and shares how the American Journey Experience is using tech and education to ensure future generations learn the full story of America. Go to https://hometitlelock.com/sagesteele and use promo code SAGE to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details, visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty HIGHLIGHTS: CLAY POTS & HISTORY: Glenn's divine prompting led to the creation of a collection meant to outlast cultural collapse, like the Dead Sea Scrolls. WOUNDED KNEE: Why Beck is calling for the revocation of all Medals of Honor from the massacre — and what that says about institutional memory. ENTERTAINMENT AS IDENTITY: From Darth Vader's helmet to Jamestown cannons, Beck explains why pop culture is just as vital as pilgrim documents in telling America's story. HISTORY IN PRIVATE HANDS: Beck argues that if the government owns all artifacts, it controls the narrative, and that's dangerous for democracy. TIMESTAMPS: 00:18 Introduction: Inside Beck's fortress-like vault 02:50 “Clay Pots” vision and the birth of the archive 07:18 The Wounded Knee coverup and Medals of Honor 13:58 Founding documents, Pilgrims, and priceless relics 21:44 Nazi science, Operation Paperclip, and America's moral blind spots 35:16 An emotional story about the tour of The Lincoln Bedroom that President Trump recently gave Glenn and his wife 46:47 General Eisenhower's helmet and a vet who loved his general NOTABLE QUOTE: "If you only have the good part, you'll be surprised by the bad part — and then you'll question everything." ABOUT GLENN BECK: Glenn Beck is a conservative political commentator, entrepreneur, and founder of Blaze Media. Rising to prominence with his syndicated radio program The Glenn Beck Program and later his Fox News show, Beck has become one of America's most polarizing voices. He is the founder of Mercury One and the American Journey Experience, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to preserving and teaching the full, unfiltered story of America. Their mission is to inspire critical thinking, civic responsibility, and an appreciation for the principles of freedom. Visit: https://americanjourneyexperience.com #thesagesteeleshow #glennbeck #americanhistory #historicaltruth #AmericanJourneyExperience #SageSteele #HistoryMatters #veteranvoices #FoundingDocuments #PreserveThePast #USHistory SUBSCRIBE for more conversations that challenge the narrative. FOLLOW SAGE: Website: https://www.sagesteele.com Twitter/X: https://x.com/sagesteele Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1754460914 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6tmX60scnx476ZURkm6C8e • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/094d901b-fc9c-498a-9ed3-4d077405c672/the-sage-steele-show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medal of Honor is back with Season Two! Join new host J.R. Martinez, a U.S. Army veteran whose life was profoundly changed by a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2003. J.R., introduced by Malcolm Gladwell, shares his journey of finding purpose through storytelling and previews the compelling stories of heroism in this season. Season Two explores a range of historical conflicts, from the Civil War, where we encounter the first Black sailor to receive the Medal of Honor, to the Boxer Rebellion and the remarkable Marine Daniel Daly, a recipient of two Medals of Honor. We also want to hear from you! Send us your personal story of courage, or highlight someone else’s bravery. Email us at medalofhonor@pushkin.fm. You might hear your stories on future episodes of Medal of Honor, or see them on our social channels @pushkinpods. Get early, ad-free access to episodes of Medal of Honor by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. Pushkin+ subscribers can access ad-free episodes, full audiobooks, exclusive binges, and bonus content for all Pushkin shows. Subscribe on Apple: apple.co/pushkinSubscribe on Pushkin: pushkin.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Aaron McIntire on The A.M. Update Memorial Day Special, honoring the fallen with the origin story of Decoration Day, established in 1868 to decorate Civil War graves at Arlington National Cemetery. Hear the inspiring tales of conscientious objectors Joseph G. LaPointe Jr. and Thomas W. Bennett, Vietnam War medics who earned Medals of Honor for their selfless bravery, saving lives without wielding weapons. Their stories, laid to rest in Ohio and West Virginia, challenge today's apathy and call us to carry their burden of sacrifice.

The end of the cruel Peace & the start of the desperate War.Based on ‘One In Ten' by FinalStand, adapted into 17 parts. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.A frightened Mother Mouse will devour her young; similarly, a frightened culture will devour its future.It wasn't like a magic force field bubble protected us until our 16th birthday. I couldn't recall all the times after I was 13 some woman asked me, or my Mother, when my 16th birthday would be. Back then, I didn't think much about it. In hindsight, those women were wondering when I would become legally sexually vulnerable. In way too many cases, women with access to teenage boys didn't wait.Even if they did,"It was my Aunt," Barabbas confessed. "She and her boss."You would think a sixteen, or seventeen, year old guy getting to sleep with a Milf would be a trip. It could be. For the boys with better developed empathy, you started to realize a woman you trusted was using your sexuality for their own advancement. Then you began feeling like a whore."She got me a job, but I quit after four months, you know,” he trailed off."Yeah," I sighed sympathetically."Yeah," Lowry snorted, "when the rest decided you should be putting out for free.""That was completely unnecessary," I glared at him."But true," he defied me."True," Barabbas agreed with a familiar degree of rejection."Mom flipped out when she figured out what Tamara; my sister; was doing," Pierre picked up his tale. "I was seventeen by that time. She helped pay for my college." We assumed the 'she' was his sister; the one who pimped him out."I hit one once," Lowry bragged. I found that somewhat difficult to believe."What happened?" Pierre asked."She kicked my ass," he chuckled. "Ex-military Reservist. Beat me like I had a cock." I read somewhere in the old days it was more common to say 'like a little bitch.' Now it was 'like I had a cock' because they didn't like teaching men to be 'too violent' aka how to defend ourselves.No one else felt like inquiring, so Barabbas did the deed."Go to the cops?""For what?" he shook his head. "I threw the first punch, and the second. Fucking Bitch. We both looked pretty rough, but I lost."Another pause."What was it like to hit one with your stick?" Lowry shot me a look."Good, damn good, and stupid. I mean, I could have ended up like you with a crowd of women on a subway kicking and stomping on me and I would have ended up in jail too," I related. "Still, it felt good, just to tell one to keep her hands to herself, ya know?" I got nods all around. We were all young, healthy and relatively handsome."Yeah, you could have gotten your ass kicked," Barabbas reminded me."In fact, one of the major reasons I didn't, gave me the pistol I'm carrying," I twitched it slightly. "The first time they came for me, I asked them ~ the Vanishers ~ to wait, and they did.""Why in the fuck would you do that?" Lowry blurted out, shocked and skeptical."At the time, I didn't trust them since I figured they were nothing more than another bunch of women telling me what to do. I wanted to use them to escape. I didn't want to spend the rest of my life serving them if it meant the same fucked-up existence I was currently living," I shared the enlightenment."What changed your mind?" Pierre's eyes lit up."I figured out their prime motivation, the nature of the conspiracy and that I had no rational chance to escape them," I answered. "Every angle I was figuring out, they had figured out years ago. On the plus side, their core philosophy requires them to engage men as equals for both biological and social reasons ~ which means they are the best game in town. In case you missed it, the Vanishers didn't 'vanish' me. I escaped on my own. They have agreed to join forces with my group; no lie.""Your group has a lot of girls," Lowry drolly noted."Lowry, exactly how was I going to recruit any male to my cause without dropping the entire Metropolitan G E D (Gender Enforcement Division) on me?""Flyers?" Barabbas joked softly."He's got a point," Pierre rallied to my cause. "As far as any of you have confessed, none of us had any guy, or girl, friends. It is why we were selected.""Okay, fine. Now what?" Lowry conceded to the consensus."We wake up tomorrow working toward equality," I huffed. "We are all going to have to learn to fight and shoot because the entire group is going to be in danger for some time to come. Society, as in Global Society, is going to come crashing down. And that means anarchy, lawlessness and barbarism before it violently spasms off into extinction.""We have lived our lives effectively as slaves, though no woman inside that house will admit it truly in their hearts. For the first time in our lives, we can change our futures. I'm sure if we surrender to whomever kills the others, they will enslave us once more and leave us with far fewer illusions about our status. Or, we can chose to fight and, if worst comes to worst, die free. I'm not going back to what I was. That means I will need to learn how to survive; and that means fighting. Not because I hate women, but because there are several I love and respect and I don't want to let them down ~ as their equal.""Tonight, think about what I've told you. Tomorrow morning, I hope you join up with us," I concluded my 'pep talk.'"And if we don't?" Lowry stared defiantly."That is something you are free to do too," I shrugged. "I'm not going to tell you what to do. Let's go back inside. It is late."We'd almost made it back when Lowry put a hand on my shoulder."Can I see the gun now?""This thing? Like this?" I half-turned, made eye contact then flick my eyes down to the pistol then back to him again."Yeah.""Have you ever handled a loaded firearm before?" I requested."Yeah, plenty of times, in my dreams," he mocked me."You are a moron," I felt my blood simmering. "This isn't a game, this (the pistol) isn't a toy, and you have not been paying attention." I put both hands on the pistol, removed the magazine then removed the chambered bullet. Lastly, ass-first, I handed him the empty pistol with my left hand while keeping the ammunition in my right."Moron, huh?" he chuckled. "Gonna give me the bullets?""No, no, I'm not going to give you the bullets because you don't know what you are doing. Unlike you, I actually have had a firearm lesson. More to the point, I won't give you a loaded firearm because I think I've stressed the lady, or ladies, watching over us right now enough for one night.""Huh?" Lowry and Barabbas echoed. Pierre looked around."Wes didn't keep us inside to play '20 Questions' for her own amusement. She kept us occupied so her other teammate, or teammates, could move to this side of the house, so they could watch over us while giving you three the delusion we were alone. They are professionals in camouflage gear with night-vision goggles, so unless they had to move rapidly through the underbrush, we weren't likely to detect them.""I played along because I felt it was necessary for you three to open up a little bit. Life is only going to get tougher over the next few months. None of us want to have a chat with heavily armed women staring over our shoulders, so I took us outside where it would appear we were alone," I explained."You lied to us," Lowry snipped."No. My words were true. What I did was allow you to deceive yourself as to our level of security and amount of company. I did what I did for the good of the group, regardless of gender, Gentlemen. It is how we all need to start thinking. Something else you might want to think about is: everyone I love is with me here today. A good number of people who decided getting in my way was a good thing aren't even alive anymore. I will gladly embrace any one of you as brothers. If you are an obstacle, I will fucking see you gone, one way or another; clear?""We are guys," Lowry insisted smugly. Old thinking: women protected men."I; don't; care," I glared back. "You may be a sperm-shooter, but inside me is the only surefire cure for the Gender Plague. I repeat: people I love, and there are several, are all alive today because I cared and took an active hand in their survival. My enemies are mostly dead. Being a man will save you from the women in there. It won't save you from me.""You'd kill us?" Pierre whispered."Pierre, my Mother died over a year ago. Where are your Mother and Sister? You don't give a damn about a single fucking human being and yet you expect me to trust you? Why?" I challenged him. "I've already proved to multiple people I can reach beyond my shell and give a fuck. Until you rejoin the Human Race, I value the rest of those battling alongside me far more than you, or anyone else regardless of whether they have a penis, or a vagina. I'm not going to snap your neck, stab, or shoot you. I'm simply not going to bother trying to save you. The World is doing a bang-up job of killing the rest of Humanity off, without my assistance.""I really ought to punch you," Lowry threatened."Give it your best shot," I took a step toward him. That wasn't what he, or I, was expecting. I put down my poor judgment and combative demeanor to exhaustion."Don't, guys," Barabbas interceded."You are an Asshole," Lowry snarled."And you are consistently ignoring reality," I snapped back. "For instance, we are not alone out here, plus we are also at the door." I knocked once. The door swung open to reveal a rather attentive and unhappy Wes Prince. I handed her the bullet and magazine."You were listening in?" Lowry turned his anger on her. Wes' eyes went from me, to him, out into the darkness then back to me, though her words were to Lowry."Yes. Of course I was listening in. I wouldn't call him an Asshole. I'd go for Smart-ass." To me, "Do you enjoy being annoyingly correct?""No. I'd be ecstatic to realize I was completely wrong about everything and had lapsed into a mad delusion," I related, my own anger seeping away. "Being right means I have to keep appreciating and respecting you and your compatriots and taking responsibility for my own clumsy contributions to our current situation, which I don't want to do. I want to go to bed.""Come on in and go to bed then," she softened. She made a slight hand gesture. "My pistol, please, Mr. Pritchard?" she requested of Lowry. Grudgingly he gave her the firearm. She stepped aside. Lowry went first, Barabbas second. Pierre gasped slightly because as he went up the steps he noticed the two Vanishers coming toward us from outside ~ the ones I had predicted to be watching us.I went in after Pierre. Wes followed along. Capri and Kuiko were waiting. The lights had already been dimmed throughout most of the rest of the dwelling."Who were those other two guys?" Wes stopped me."Sergeant Major Daly was a Marine N C O and improv poet renowned for his battlefield musings. His most famous philosophical insight into the fighting spirit of men came in World War One. In his words "Come on, you sons of bitches, do you want to live forever?" He also won two Medals of Honor, so he must have had some talent.""Company Sergeant-Major John Robert Osborn was a Canadian; that was the country which now makes up the northern third of our current Federation; who found himself misplaced on the island of Hong Kong in late 1941; him, a handful of lads from Winnipeg and a shitload more Japanese. He and the Japanese ended up in a game of grenade tag,”"Grenade tag?" one of my two 'silent' guardians interrupted."Yes ~ grenade tag. Apparently in the olden days, grenades didn't airburst, or explode on impact. You pulled a pin and threw it at the enemy, then waited for the fuse to burn out and the grenade to go 'Boom!.' Quick, brave, and or stupid people could grab that grenade and toss it back. In some cases, one grenade might make two, or three trips before detonating.""Anyway, the Japanese were so very rudely throwing grenades into the position he and his Winnipeg Grenadiers were defending, so he kept returning them. After eight and a half hours of such fun, he came across one he couldn't toss back in time. He covered it with his body to shield his comrades from the blast, dying instantly. The British Empire gave him something called the Victoria Cross for his actions. He was the first Canadian in World War Two to receive it.""Why do you know such stuff?" she grinned. "Oh, I'm Scar and this is Nat," she indicated the third member of the Wes-Scar-Nat Vanisher trio."I considered myself a coward, so I read a lot about brave men. I was kind of hoping to figure out how I could be brave myself, one day," I disclosed."Mission success," the third one smiled. "Go to bed."I gathered up Capri and Kuiko and did as instructed. As I rested my head on the pillow, lights out and my mind gratefully shutting down."Less impressive sex, Bitch," Capri teased."No," I groaned."They definitely think you've got the 'sexy'," Kuiko enlightened me."Can we please just go to sleep?" I begged.Capri rolled onto her side, back to me, gave me a bump in the hip with her ass, then moved away a tiny bit. Kuiko wiggled close, kissed me lightly on the cheek, and then did the same. Unconsciousness took me before any other worries could steal my much needed slumber.The Larger World:As I struggled for sleep a second time, events unfolding in three different places around the Globe (Asia, the City and the Capitol) would impact my fate.Asia:First; the brutal agony still going on as the Sun disappeared over the horizon wasn't over when I woke up the next morning. It was largely misunderstood for some time afterwards, but was referred to as; the Battle for Shanghai.Five Chinese regular force divisions fought the garrison division of Shanghai, its 'reserve' division, hastily gathered volunteer female formations and a hodge-podge of ancillary forces the United Nations could throw into the fray. The goal for both sides was to seize a mother and her unborn child. Within them were the only other active resistant viral factory killing the T2 Gender Plague. By the time I woke up, both sides were sure the other side had killed them both, pretty much insuring the extinction of all sentient life in Eurasia.I say 'Eurasia' because by dusk of the previous day, the Federation knew for sure I, the other source of a cure for the T2, was still alive and kicking, as were my sons. My sons held a nebulous promise for a future date. I was of immediate importance since my adult body could produce enough antivirals to protect tens of thousands of people on a relatively continuous basis, or so it was projected.With, or without the mother and child, China was done for. Japan and Korea were rapidly circling the drain. North of China, the Plague was racing across Siberian Russia. Central Asia had never really recovered from the first round of the Gender Plague all those years ago so, now off the beaten path, would be longer in dying. India had too many outbreaks to even dream of containment. Pakistan, Iran, Turkey and the Levant Republic all had reported cases as well.Europe:Beyond the Urals, the Europeans were grappling with the looming fear of a global economic collapse along with the Specter of Death though 48 hours into the crisis, there were no cases to report yet. Civil order was teetering. Several nations had either closed their borders, or were considering doing so. Women began hording food, and men.Africa:

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What does it take to chase some of the world's biggest running dreams—while juggling careers, travel, setbacks, and the everyday demands of life? In this inspiring episode of Making A Runner, host Nic Acampora sits down with Jade De Sousa and Dominique Webb, two South African runners who not only earned the coveted Abbott Six Star Medal, but met on this journey, pushed their personal boundaries and continued to inspire every step of the way.From a serendipitous meeting in Berlin to unforgettable finishes in Tokyo, New York, Boston, London, and Chicago, Jade and Dom pull back the curtain on what it really means to commit to a global running goal. They reveal the lessons learned on fast courses, the realities of racing marathons weeks apart, and the highs and lows that happen far away from the finish line—including injuries, training fatigue, and balancing ambitious running schedules with demanding professional lives.You'll hear:The inside stories behind each of the world major marathons—and how Jade and Dom blitzed their PB's at Chicago.Honest insights on navigating injuries (including Jade's comeback from a stress fracture), mindset challenges, and reshaping expectations when the plan goes sideways.Practical wisdom on juggling work, relationships, and running—plus the roles that discipline, community, and support play in going the distance.How their marathon journeys have shaped their approach to their next challenge: toeing the start line as Comrades novices.Why developing a powerful ‘why' is vital for both marathon and ultra training—and what their reasons are for showing up, even on the toughest days.With heart, humour, and hard-won advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone chasing big running goals, dreaming of their first major, or seeking a spark of motivation to keep lacing up. Whether you're a veteran or a newcomer, you'll find yourself nodding along, laughing, and maybe even dreaming a little bigger.You can keep following their inspiring journey on social media @jadedesousa and @dominiqueruns . If you enjoyed the episode, remember to share it with your running buddies and leave us a review if you have yet to do so.If you a new to the show , tune in to previous episodes and discover how runners are made—and why the finish line is always just the beginning.

In this powerful episode, Chris Burns and returning guest Daniel Calvert sit down with legendary Jiu-Jitsu Professor Marcelo Motta. With decades of elite success in the sport, Prof. Marcelo reflects not just on championships, but on what he considers his greatest victories—mentoring, coaching, and the lives he's helped shape through discipline and dedication. From heartfelt coaching lessons to life-changing mentorship stories, this conversation dives deep into how martial arts can save lives far beyond the mat. Thank you Prof. Marcelo and Prof. Daniel. For more information, check out Prime Jiu-Jitsu in Colorado Springs.

The luster wears off.    “When you were slaves of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness. What fruit did you have then in the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death.”  -  Romans 6:20-21 (NKJV) 

In this enlightening episode of Mental Snacks with Claiborne Jackson, we delve into the profound journey of mental health and the importance of community support. Claiborne is joined by his brother from Black Men Run, Evan Mitchell, who shares his transformative experiences with therapy and the impact it has had on his life. Together, they explore the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly within the Black community, and discuss the crucial role of vulnerability in healing. ••• Evan reflects on his five-year journey with therapy, emphasizing the significance of accountability and self-awareness in personal growth. He recounts how his initial struggles led him to seek help and how that decision has reshaped his outlook on life. ••• The conversation shifts to the power of affirmations and the importance of uplifting one another within the running community. Claiborne and Evan share heartfelt anecdotes about their experiences in Black Men Run, highlighting the camaraderie that fosters resilience and motivation among the brothers. ••• As they discuss their favorite races and the joy of shared experiences, listeners are reminded of the strength found in community and the beauty of supporting one another on our individual journeys. Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that encourages you to embrace your mental health journey, seek help when needed, and uplift those around you. Remember, you are not alone on this path. Peace. ••••••••Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health and Running Community01:27 The Journey to Mental Wellness06:56 Finding the Right Therapist10:55 Accountability in Therapy14:13 The Impact of Past Trauma20:39 Misconceptions About Therapy25:01 The Role of Compassion in Daily Interactions32:32 Building a Supportive Community39:09 Joining Black Men Run39:33 The Journey of Running: From Home Workouts to Marathons42:16 Running Your Own Race: The Importance of Personal Pace45:50 Encouragement and Brotherhood: No Man Left Behind48:37 The Power of Affirmations in Running51:16 Ragnar Relay: A Team Experience Like No Other54:46 The Joy of Medals and Achievements57:17 Building Community Through Running01:00:17 Social Sundays: Fostering Connections Beyond RunningLike, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with the latest episodes of Mental Snacks with Claiborne Jackson. Your support means the world!Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/claiborne-jackson0/message

SUSAN POLGAR is a wonderful person who is the first female who earned the title of "Grandmaster." It is an honor and a privilege to have Susan as a guest on the Rick Flynn Presents worldwide podcast as she relates to all of us her many stories and experiences such as four World Championship Titles and five Olympiad Gold Medals.Susan Polgar is the author of  "Rebel Queen: The Cold War, Misogyny, and the Making of a Grandmaster" and you can purchase this book wherever books are sold.

Celestial Guardians have arrived in TCG Pocket and adds the new Rare Candy meta. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet gets two new events to celebrate Golden Week in Japan. Pokémon Centers in Japan get three new Medals in Pokémon HOME for in-person visits. Pokémon GO is getting a crowned Nidoking and Nidoqueen, as well as, Pawmi Community Day. Black Bolt & White Flare will feature every Pokémon from Gen 5 like Pokémon 151 did for Kanto. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Celestial Guardians Debut00:36:30-Golden Week Events in Pokémon SV00:54:30-New Pokémon HOME Medals01:04:00-Pokémon GO News01:16:00-Black Bolt & White Flare01:29:00-Post Credits  Ad this episode brought to you by Mint Mobile! Check out MintMobile.com/pkmncast to start your new wireless plan for just $15 a month!  LINKS

Celestial Guardians have arrived in TCG Pocket and adds the new Rare Candy meta. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet gets two new events to celebrate Golden Week in Japan. Pokémon Centers in Japan get three new Medals in Pokémon HOME for in-person visits. Pokémon GO is getting a crowned Nidoking and Nidoqueen, as well as, Pawmi Community Day. Black Bolt & White Flare will feature every Pokémon from Gen 5 like Pokémon 151 did for Kanto. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Celestial Guardians Debut00:36:30-Golden Week Events in Pokémon SV00:54:30-New Pokémon HOME Medals01:04:00-Pokémon GO News01:16:00-Black Bolt & White Flare01:29:00-Post Credits Ad this episode brought to you by Mint Mobile! Check out MintMobile.com/pkmncast to start your new wireless plan for just $15 a month! LINKS

In 1897, the Boston Athletic Association, then only ten years old, decided to organize the first ever Boston Marathon, thus giving birth to the longest continuously running marathon in the world. Of the 15 people who took part in the race, ten finished. And to commemorate the achievement of its members in that inaugural Boston Marathon, all ten finishers came away with a medal, thus giving birth to one of the most enduring traditions in mass participation sports: the finisher medal.So, what makes a great medal? How should you choose a medal that works best for your race's theme and budget? What kinds of things should you look out for in designing your medal and managing those all-important order quantities and delivery timelines? And how can you use your most important race bling to attract new participants to your event?That's what we're discussing today with my guests, mother and daughter, Kim and Morgan Ashworth of veteran medal suppliers' Ashworth Awards. Now in its third generation, Ashworth Awards has been the go-to medal supplier for some of the greatest races in the United States for over 60 years. And with Kim and Morgan's help we'll explore every aspect of race medals, from production and design to order management and - seeing as the world's heading that way - the effect tariffs may already be having on the price and availability of that all important finisher bling. In this episode:Pros, cons and costs of different types of medals: die-cast, stamped, acrylic, wooden medals.Medal platings and coloursHow race medals are producedThe popularity and versatility of utility medalsMade in the USA dimensional steel medalsThe effect of tariffs on medal imports and costsWorking with a vendor to design your race medalObtaining samples before a production runManaging order quantities and lead timesTips for reusing and recycling leftover medalsPros and cons of ordering through a vendor vs ordering directly from an overseas manufacturerUsing your medal in your race marketingOffering personalized medalsMany thanks to our podcast sponsors, RunSignup and Brooksee, for supporting our efforts to provide great, free content to the race director community:RunSignup are the leading all-in-one technology solution for endurance and fundraising events. More than 28,000 events use RunSignup's free and integrated solution to save time, grow their events, and raise more. Find out more at https://runsignup.com/.Brooksee are the timing technology industry-leader, bringing affordable real-time tracking and timing checkpoints to races with their patented iPhone-sized micro checkpoints. Find out more and get 50% off your timing for your next event at https://www.brooksee.com/headstart.You can find more resources on anything and everything related to race directing on our website RaceDirectorsHQ.com.You can also share your questions about liability waivers or anything else in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/racedirectorshq/ 

A decorated U.S. Olympian has been awarded new medals after his were lost during recent wildfires. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

This episode is brought to you by the Insta360 X5 action cameraThis week, Will and Robyn are joined by Welsh track cycling star, Emma Finucane. At just 21 years old, Emma was the first British woman to take three medals in a single Games - including team sprint gold - since track and field athlete Mary Rand in 1964.In winning that gold at Paris 2024, her and teammates Sophie Capewell and Katy Marchant broke the world record not once but an astonishing three times, cementing Emma as the fastest woman in the world.In this episode, Emma discusses feeling like an imposter despite being champion, body image in cycling, managing her emotions around winning and losing, and why crying before races has become one the secrets of her success. Plus Emma and Robyn get into a bit of Formula 1 chat, because why not - it's all going fast, isn't it.Interview begins at 7.40------This episode is brought to you by Insta360, the 360-degree filming action camera specialists. Check out its latest the all-new, road-cycling-perfect Insta360 X5 here. And don't forget to use the code Cyclist at the checkout for a free Insta360 X5 handlebar mount.------------------ Did you know Cyclist is also stunning monthly print magazine?Subscribe now at store.cyclist.co.uk/cycpod and get every issue for less than in the shops, delivered straight to your door.And it's also a rather lovely website about everything road cycling and gravel. Check us out at cyclist.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode #427 of 20MT•It's hard to get to the top, and even harder to stay there•James Forrest makes history•Enough is enough with ticket prices•We must win at Ibroxand much moreTreat yourself or the 20MT listener in your life, as well as supporting the podcast with some 20MT merch at 20mt.bigcartel.com/You can help support the production of these podcasts, get AD FREE content as well as gaining access to over 1000 extra episodes at patreon.com/20MinuteTimsSign up for Celtic's Youth Development Lottery The Celtic Pools and help shape Celtic's future here - https://celticpools.securecollections.net/index.aspx?Agent=353920MT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special Boston Marathon recap episode, we welcome back to the pod, Jess Lindeman and Dan Lyszczak (also known as Forrest Gump) and discuss their experiences surrounding the 2025 Boston Marathon, including the excitement of race day, the camaraderie among runners, and the fun of dressing up in costumes. The Bearded Runner shares his journey of preparing for the marathon in a Forrest Gump costume, the reactions he received from the crowd, and the joy of connecting with fellow runners. The conversation also touches on the importance of community in running, the challenges of balancing family and race day experiences, and the fun of creating content for social media. In this engaging conversation, Jess Lindeman and The Bearded Runner share their experiences from the recent Boston Marathon, discussing their preparation, emotional moments during the race, and the importance of community support. They reflect on the significance of running together, the joy of crossing the finish line, and the excitement of achieving personal bests. The discussion also touches on the quality of marathon medals, the recognition of fellow runners like Mike Beeman, AllieG and more and their plans for future races. The episode concludes with light-hearted banter about post-race celebrations and the importance of having fun while running.Jess's InstagramThe Bearded Runner InstagramChapters00:00 Introduction and Boston Marathon Vibes06:45 The Bearded Runner's Marathon Experience12:49 Jess's Boston Trip and Expo Experience15:42 Dan's 5K and Saturday Adventures18:41 Easter Sunday in Boston21:53 Running Community Connections23:02 The Fun of Race Day Attire23:46 Porta Potty Strategies at Athletes Village24:46 Meeting Friends and Building Community25:56 Balancing Family and Race Day Experience26:47 Instagram and Social Media Engagement30:48 The Bearded Runner's Marathon Experience31:39 Costume Planning and Execution34:46 Running with Friends and Spontaneity39:38 Behind the Scenes of the Skit41:45 Reflections on the Marathon Experience45:09 The Glittering Start: Pre-Race Excitement46:07 Pacing Strategies: Learning from Last Year47:41 Running Together: The Power of Friendship49:16 Support on the Course: The Importance of Hydration49:56 The Energy of the Crowd: Motivation from Spectators51:07 Celebrating Milestones: Personal Bests and Achievements54:10 Future Goals: Planning for Upcoming Races55:30 The Legacy of Mike Beeman: Community and Inspiration57:42 The Medal Debate: Quality and Design Improvements01:01:11 Crossing the Finish Line: Emotional Moments and Reflections01:04:23 The Rise to Fame01:10:04 Post-Race Celebrations and Reflections01:19:12 Future Plans and UpEric's NYC Marathon Fundraiser - Team FORCE, a dynamic organization that supports the hereditary cancer community Erika's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser - for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in memory of her brother, Nick Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com

On the radio show this week, we dive into Donald Trump's latest round of harmful, destructive executive orders and outlandish ideas, like medals for motherhood and classes about menstrual cycles to increase the birth rate — instead of policies that moms, families, businesses, and our economy really need to thrive! We also discuss the rise in discriminatory policies affecting LGBTQ youth and the misrepresentation of civil rights law. Next, we hear about how parents and teachers living abroad on military bases are handling this onslaught of attacks on public education. Finally, we cover how community support and advocacy can help children caught up in our inhumane immigration system receive the legal representation they need and deserve.      SPECIAL GUESTS: Monifa Bandele, MomsRising, @MomsRising, @momsrising.org; Brian Dittmeier, GLSEN, @glsen, @glsen.bsky.social; Kristen Smith, European Parent Teacher Association; Elinor Jordan, Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, @Michimmigrant  

A recent update to the privacy policy of Pokémon HOME has introduced a new developer, Parasol Technologies, prompting speculation about the potential involvement of web3 technologies in the platform's future. Pokémon HOME, which functions as a cloud-based storage and transfer service for Pokémon across various games, made the change without any formal announcement, but the inclusion of Parasol Technologies has not gone unnoticed by the gaming and blockchain communities.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:15 Sponsor: Tangem00:50 Rumors Begin01:10 Parasol x Pokémon01:37 Sui deletes from blog01:56 BREAKING! Pokémon Home Update includes NFT Badges?03:36 Sui naming coincidences04:00 Sui Basecamp reveal?04:22 "catch" clue04:35 Pokémon Go bought by Polygon?05:12 $SUI and $MATIC Explode06:11 Courtyard Record Sales06:52 Flow & Solana integrate Pokémon07:41 SuiPlay SOLD OUT!08:36 Nintendo Switch SOLD OUT!09:00 SuiPlay vs Switch 2 Strategy10:14 A.I. Agents in Pokémon?11:18 DEX Volume & Stablecoin Growth12:14 outro#Sui #pokemon #Crypto~Sui Explodes!!!

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Do you have family medals or are you interested in collecting them? Andrew Mann and Graham Grist from the Orders and Medals Research Society explain about British military medals, who was entitled to receive them (including some surprising recipients), where to find out about medals and the pitfalls to beware. Also included is a a resources sheet available via Substack    

Kaya Turski is one of the most decorated freestyle skiers in X Games history, with 9 X Games medals, including 4 golds in Women's Ski Slopestyle. A true pioneer in her sport, she made history in 2012 by landing the first-ever switch 1080 in women's competition, setting a new standard for progression. Kaya also represented Team Canada at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics and is widely regarded as a trailblazer who helped shape the future of women's free-skiing. Beyond the podium, her resilience through injuries and her role as a mentor and inspiration continue to leave a lasting impact on the sport.Topics-Lessons learned from back to back injuries -How Kaya used visualization to heal and perform at an Olympic level-The key difference between threat and opportunity -Finding identity beyond achievement -Advice to younger aspiring athletesDownload my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

APPOMATTOX  COURTHOUSE WAS NOT THE END OF THE WAR:   1/8: The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln's Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby's Rangers, and theShadow War That Forged America's Special Operations Hardcover – by  Patrick K. O'Donnell   Chttps://www.amazon.com/Unvanquished-Lincolns-Special-Americas-Operations/dp/080216286X At the heart of this groundbreaking narrative is the epic story of Lincoln's special forces, the Jessie Scouts, told in its entirety for the first time. In a contest fought between irregular units, the Scouts hunted John Singleton Mosby's Confederate Rangers from the middle of 1863 up to war's end at Appomattox. With both sides employing pioneering tradecraft, they engaged in dozens of raids and spy missions, often perilously wearing the other's uniform, risking penalty of death if captured. Clashing violently on horseback, theunconventional units attacked critical supply lines, often capturing or killing high-value targets. North and South deployed special operations that could have changed the war's direction in 1864, and crucially during the Appomattox Campaign, Jessie Scouts led the Union Army to a final victory. They later engaged in a history-altering proxy war against France in Mexico, earning seven Medals of Honor; many Scouts mysteriously disappeared during that conflict, taking their stories to their graves. 1834 DC

The New England OCR Expo returned for its 4th year and it was the second time being at the venue of Ultimate Obstacles! Katelyn spent the whole time at our table trying to get some more people to follow our social media and subscribe to the show. Mike spent the entire event interviewing all the vendors, some athletes, and plugged into the speakers for the speeches, and awards.  The day went by way too fast and there were easily 20+ people who we wish we interviewed to have on the show as well! This episode is part 1 of 2 and mostly has vendors interviews (see time stamps for specifics) while part 2 will have the Teddy Bear Crawl announcement, speeches, awards, and about 9 more interviews! Start – 5:27 – Intro 5:27 – 10:24 – Quick News 10:24 – 12:14 – Content Preface 12:14 – 2:15:09 - Interviews (MMB Performance Coaching, Run Slower, Isagenix, The Plunge Experience, OCR Buddy, Clear Path for Veterans, Vermont Rocks, Giv Soft Butter, Operation Enduring Warrior, Underdog Fitness, Engineer Nutrition, Bella Visions and Taureau Media Group, Bartlett Design, Obstacle Wonderland, Epic Race Training, Athletic Brewing, Oscar Mike, It Starts Here Fitness, Lionhearts Fitness, Jamie Gillon, Max Body Solutions, Dan McDonald from Tough Mudder and Spartan Race, Savage Race, Neighborhood Ninjas, Evan Perperis, and Teddy Bear Crawl) 2:15:09 – End – Outro Next weekend we will be releasing part 2 of our coverage of the New England OCR Expo!  ____ News Stories: Helix Obstacle Going to Spartan Middle East Community Still Waiting for Deka World Championship Shirts, Medals, and Awards Rebecca Hammond Returns to Hybrid Racing Spartan US National Series Race Charlotte Sprint Podiums Spartan Mexico National Series Race Acapulco Sprint Podiums Spartan Stadium Los Angeles Podiums Tuscaloosa Gauntlet Podiums Spartan Honor Series San Diego Super Podiums Deadlift Mile Secret Link Morning Run Secret Link Hand Greeting Secret Link Dad Jokes Secret Link Pet Seagull Secret Link ____ Related Episodes: 164. 1st Annual New England OCR Expo Preview with Steve “Bacon” Martin! 165. New England OCR Expo and Party! 320. The Return of the New England OCR Expo with Steve “Bacon” Martin! 323. The Second New England OCR Expo with Vendors! 381. New England OCR Expo! (Part 1: Vendors) 382. New England OCR Expo! (Part 2: Athletes, Speeches, and Staff) 431. The Return of FIT Challenge with Athletes and Robb McCoy! ____ The OCR Report Patreon Supporters: Jason Dupree, Kim DeVoss, Samantha Thompson, Matt Puntin, Brad Kiehl, Charlotte Engelman, Erin Grindstaff, Hank Stefano, Arlene Stefano, Laura Ritter, Steven Ritter, Sofia Harnedy, Kenny West, Cheryl Miller, Jessica Johnson, Scott "The Fayne" Knowles, Nick Ryker, Christopher Hoover, Kevin Gregory Jr., Evan Eirich, Ashley Reis, Brent George, Justin Manning, Wendell Lagosh, Logan Nagle, Angela Bowers, Asa Coddington, Thomas Petersen, Seth Rinderknecht, Bonnie Wilson, Steve Bacon from The New England OCR Expo, and Robert Landman. Sponsored Athletes: Javier Escobar, Kelly Sullivan, Ryan Brizzolara, Joshua Reid, and Kevin Gregory! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and access to our Facebook group Check out our Threadless Shop Use coupon code "adventure" for 15% off MudGear products Use coupon code "ocrreport20" for 20% off Caterpy products Like us on Facebook: Obstacle Running Adventures Follow our podcast on Instagram: @ObstacleRunningAdventures Write us an email: obstaclerunningadventures@gmail.com Subscribe on Youtube: Obstacle Running Adventures Intro music - "Streaker" by: Straight Up Outro music - "Iron Paw" by: Dubbest  

Coming up on Paranomaly Beyond Disclosure we are talking about Drones with Anthony Esemplare. You won't want to miss this one folks. Monday December 23rd at 8pm Eastern Time. Anthony EsemplareEPIC TV NEW YORKas I began my professional journey as a corrections officer in Middlesex County, New Jersey. This initial role laid the groundwork for a dedicated career in public service, which soon transitioned to the New York Police Department. Over nearly 12 years as a street cop, I honed my skills in law enforcement, demonstrating unwavering commitment and resilience.In addition to my police work, I took on a challenging side job in construction, moonlighting as a worker on the union building skyscrapers in Manhattan. However, my career took a dramatic turn in 2017 when he suffered a severe injury due to a floor collapse at a construction site, resulting in total disability.During his time as a police officer, I played a crucial role in the rescue efforts during the September 11 attacks. They Say my bravery and dedication did not go unnoticed; I have received multiple awards, commendations, and citations from city, state, and federal sources, including four Medals of Distinguished Merit from the New York State Senate.my expertise extends beyond law enforcement. I holds 24 licenses and certifications from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), covering a wide range of areas including disaster recovery, incident management, and emergency preparedness. my extensive training has equipped me to handle various emergency situations effectively.In 1993, I experienced a life-altering event when I encountered a UFO on Staten Island. Witnessing a triangular craft hovering above the woods led to nearly five hours of missing time, during which my family and neighbors searched for me. To this day, the details of that missing time remain a mystery.In 1999, I faced another life-changing experience when a motorcycle accident resulted in a near-death experience. This incident deepened my interest in ufology and the paranormal, leading me to immerse myself in these fields for the past 25 years.Throughout my career, I have contributed to multiple television documentaries, with my most recent project being "Trans Medium: USOs and Fast Movers," directed by Darcy Weir, available on Amazon. Currently, I am collaborating with Robert Earl White from the YouTube channel "The Order of Light”on a new documentary titled "Beyond the Horizon: Triangulating UFOs from New York to New Jersey." I am also a published Magazine writer, 3 of my stories can be found in Paranormality Magazine & I have been featured in the news multiple times for my research in the unknown & unidentified subject.My journey is marked by resilience, dedication, and a profound curiosity about the unknown, making me a unique figure in both law enforcement and the exploration of the paranormal.

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This week on The Back of the Pack Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of virtual races and challenges, inspired by a listener request! We explore how these accessible alternatives to traditional racing evolved from niche events into a global phenomenon during the pandemic, and why they've maintained their popularity even as in-person events return. From single-day virtual 5Ks to year-long distance challenges that take you across continents, we break down the different formats, highlight successful platforms like The Conqueror Challenges and Lazarus Lake's Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee, and discuss both the benefits and criticisms of this racing style. Whether you're a medal collector, a runner seeking flexibility, or simply curious about how technology is reshaping the running community, this episode unpacks everything you need to know about participating in races and challenges from anywhere in the world. Join us as we lace up virtually and explore this innovative approach to running events that's here to stay.

In this episode we speak with Ellie Cole. Cole, of course, is a childhood cancer survivor whose right leg was amputated when she was 3. Within weeks of that operation, she was swimming as a form of rehab, before ultimately going on to become the most decorated Aussie female Paralympian of all time, with 17 medals over four games. In recent years she’s become a rising star in Australian sports media, as a trusted and charismatic broadcaster, not to mention staunch disability advocate, and now children’s book author. Cole recently became a mum to her little boy Felix, and her new book – “Felix and his Fantastic Friends” – is inspired by his adventures in early childhood, and her own in motherhood. Hosting this conversation – about everything Cole’s relationship with her twin sister to the complicated challenge of Paralympic classification – is a man who covered Cole’s final games in Tokyo in 2021 – Sydney Morning Herald sports journalist, Tom Decent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Often times in life we hear the famous quote “ Good things come in small packages”.  That quote fits my next guests character to a Precise T. He maybe small in nature, but has the heart of a Lion. More important is that something valuable or important can often be found in something seemingly small or insignificant.  On December 31, 2016 my next guest found himself in the right place at the right time on a cold New England winter morning.  A fire broke out in a three story wood frame residential dwelling in the City of Everett, Massachusetts. Everett is located just 6.1 miles North of Boston.  This Off Duty Career Peabody Firefighter was driving in his own personal vehicle in a residential neighborhood where he smelled and seen smoke pushing from the eaves of a residential multi story dwelling.  He reacted immediately without hesitation pulling over parking his vehicle into a strangers driveway.  He ran towards danger where he was informed by residents who were fleeing the fire that some residents are still inside.   Peabody Firefighter Dan Barrasso who had no regard for himself wearing civilian clothes with no fire protection conducted primary searches to the first, second and third floors of the multi-family dwelling.  Searching and clearing the first and second floors he made his way to the third floor.  When reaching to a third floor platform apartment he was met by smoke and heat conditions.  His persistence of clearing the building came to fruition as he found an elderly male trying to get dressed inside a bedroom. Because of the selfless act of bravery and courage the elderly males life was spared. Dan Barrasso is a Honorably Discharged as a Petty Officer First Class E-6  serving 14 years with Navy SeaBees.  He fought the Iraq War Conflict “Operation Iraq Freedom” in 2008-2009.  He fought along side the 3rd Battalion 7 Marines “Tiger Team”.   Petty Officer Barrasso holds many Medals, Citations and Awards for Bravery during a stellar 14 year career in the Navy.  Please welcome to Captain Kid's Corner Season 2, Episode 8 Peabody Firefighter Dan Barrasso.

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Sean and Eric dive into their experience at the inaugural Dublin City Half Marathon over the weekend. They discuss their feelings pre and post-race, the organisation of the event, their race performances, the overall atmosphere and interactions with fellow runners. 00:45 Race Day Preparations and Challenges02:40 Starting Line Feel04:15 Navigating the Course08:16 Community Support and Atmosphere09:46 Mid-Race Reflections and Strategies14:04 Hydration and Those Plastic Cups17:54 Running with Headphones26:06 Pushing Through the Half Marathon When You're Struggling28:38 Support from the Dublin Community31:08 The Finish Line Experience33:34 Medals, Goodie Bags, and Post-Race Reflections36:46 Shoutouts and More47:44 Upcoming Events and Website Launch Date50:41 Eric Throwing Out a 10k Challenge for Dunshaughlin to a Previous GuestYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastThis episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store. Their ULTRAPURE Wintergreen Heat Rub is great for winter training on cold and wet days! You can also check out their muscle recovery range through their website:Ultrapurelabs.ie You can now get 25% off all Perform Nutrition products using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

Episode #ASC 007Episode TitleFor the full podcast interview subscribe to All-Star Success Codes Podcast on Apple Podcasts/ subscribe to Dave Scatchard - All-Star Coaching YoutubePublish DateMarch 25/2025Clean/ExplicitCleanSocial Hashtags#Strombone1 #AllStarCoaching #AllStarSuccessCodesPodcast #NHL #hockeypodcast #RobertoLuongo #DaveScatchard #VancouverCanucks #NyIslanders #FloridaPanthers #Motivation #HockeyAdvice Episode SummaryHow To Win!!! Roberto Luongo's Roadmap to Winning! Gold Medals, Stanley Cups, World Championships & LIFE!!Roberto Luongo, a 19-year NHL veteran, discussed his journey from playing street hockey in Montreal to becoming a top goaltender. He shared his early struggles, including his late start in organized hockey and his transition to goalie at age 11. Luongo highlighted his development under Francois Allaire and his eventual draft by the New York Islanders. He recounted his trade to Florida, the challenges of being a young captain, and the importance of enjoying the game. Luongo emphasized the significance of hard work, preparation, and catching the right coach's eye. He also reflected on his post-playing career, including winning the Stanley Cup as a manager and his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame.Action Items[X] Discuss Luongo's experience of being named Canucks captain as a goalie.[X ] Provide advice for young players on finding the right agent and navigating the NHL draft process.[X] Describe Luongo's first NHL training camp experience and how he handled the transition to the pro level.OutlineRoberto Luongo's Early Life and Hockey JourneyDave Scatchard introduces Roberto Luongo, highlighting his impressive NHL career and achievements.Roberto Luongo shares his upbringing in Montreal, describing his Italian heritage and his father's love for soccer.Roberto recounts his early days playing street hockey and his transition to organized hockey at the age of eight.He describes the challenges of learning to skate and his initial struggles as a forward before becoming a goalie.Transition to Goaltending and Early SuccessRoberto explains how he became a goalie at the age of 11 after filling in for an injured teammate and achieving a shutout.He discusses his passion for the goalie position and how he practiced by himself using makeshift equipment.Roberto talks about his progression through minor hockey, including his participation in summer camps and his breakthrough at the age of 15.He credits his agent and goaltending coach, Francois Allaire, for helping him develop his technical skills and understanding of the position.Journey to the NHL and First NHL Training CampRoberto describes the process of being drafted by the New York Islanders and his initial experiences in the NHL.He shares his emotions and preparations for his first NHL training camp and the challenges of being sent back to junior hockey.Roberto recounts his first NHL game, which he started on short notice, and the excitement of making his NHL debut.He reflects on the importance of enjoying the moment and the lessons learned from his early experiences in the NHL.Trade to Florida and Adjusting to a New TeamRoberto discusses the trade that sent him from the New York Islanders to the Florida Panthers and his initial reactions to the move.He describes the process of adjusting to a new team and the support he received from his new teammates.Roberto emphasizes the importance of being...

"I've become the person I needed when I was younger – and that's the greatest gift I can offer the athletes I coach today."Jenny Meadows is a former world-class middle-distance runner and now one of Britain's most respected athletics coaches. Recently honoured – alongside her husband – as BBC Sports Personality Coach of the Year, Jenny is a European and World medallist whose success was forged through resilience, grit and a quiet determination to prove she belonged, even when she often felt like an outsider.In this deeply honest and moving conversation, Jenny shares how sport transformed her from a shy young girl who let her brother speak for her, to someone who found her voice, her power and her purpose through athletics.Affectionately known as the “pocket rocket”, Jenny speaks candidly about the mindset challenges she faced, and how it took her decades to believe she deserved her place at the top of the sport.She discusses the devastating impact of doping in athletics, the heartbreak of missing out on  podiums and finals, and how, ultimately, it was a broken heart that led her to retire.Today, Jenny co-leads the M11 Track Club in Manchester with her husband and long-time coach, Trevor Painter, guiding a group of elite athletes including Olympic gold medallist Keely Hodgkinson.She reflects on the joy of coaching, the role of empathy and the emotional intelligence needed to support high-performing athletes as whole people - not just performers.A passionate advocate for greater gender diversity in coaching, Jenny also shares her hopes for the future and her commitment to creating more visibility, opportunity and community for women in the coaching space.This is a powerful conversation about identity, belief, and finding meaning beyond medals.Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award.Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangersHosted by Sue AnstissProduced by Sam Walker, What Goes On MediaA Fearless Women production

On this date in 1863, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton awarded the first Medals of Honor to the six surviving members of Anderson's Raiders.

Paddy Sharkey, Co-founder and Coach at Castlerea Boxing Club, discusses the O'Rourke sisters silver medal wins at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships.

An army officer's medals stolen from a ute seven years ago, are now on their way back to their owner - thanks to an eagle-eyed op-shopper. Warrant officer Clive Douglas, who is currently serving in the US, will soon be reunited with the precious set that he thought was gone for good. Lauren Crimp has the story.

Volunteers are the beating heart of any event, from the Olympics to your local school sports day. But beyond the medals and podiums, what impact does volunteering have on individuals, communities, and the broader economy? In this episode, we speak to Max Jablonowski and Betty Anne Bryce, who volunteered at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. They share their behind-the-scenes experiences, the personal and professional skills they gained, and why volunteering is a powerful force for social good. They also explain what policy makers can do to support and sustain this essential activity. So, join us as we explore the people-powered force behind the Olympics and discuss how we can harness its full potential for communities everywhere. Host: Shayne MacLachlan, Public Affairs and Communications Manager at the OECD Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities Guests: - Max Jablonowski, Communications Manager for Business at OECD - Betty-Ann Bryce, Senior Policy Analyst at the OECD (Centre for Entrepreneurship, Regions, and Cities in the Regional and Rural Unit) To learn more about the report: https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/unleashing-the-potential-of-volunteering-for-local-development_deab71bd-en.html Discover the OECD involvement: https://www.oecd.org/en/networks/oecd-local-development-forum.html To learn more about the OECD, our global reach, and how to join us, go to www.oecd.org/about/ To keep up with latest at the OECD, visit www.oecd.org/ Get the latest OECD content delivered directly to your inbox! Subscribe to our newsletters: www.oecd.org/newsletters

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with retired detective Ralph Friedman, a legendary figure in law enforcement with over 2,000 arrests and 15 shootouts to his name. Ralph shares his unexpected journey into the police force and his experiences in the infamous 41st precinct, known as "Fort Apache." Ralph describes the undercover operations using taxi cabs and milk trucks to a life-threatening shootout in a darkened apartment. He also shares the wisdom gained from life-or-death encounters, the lessons that changed police protocol forever. Ralph Friedman is the most decorated detective in NYPD history, with 2,000 arrests and 219 medals to his name. He is the author of Street Warrior: The True Story of NYPD’s Most Decorated Detective and the Era That Created Him and was featured in the television series Street Justice: The Bronx. Listeners can learn more about Ralph Friedman at his website, on IG @bronxstreetwarrior Street Justice: The Bronx Street Warrior: The True Story of NYPD’s Most Decorated Detective and the Era That Created Him Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum (0:10) Sheryl introduces guest, retired N.Y.P.D detective Ralph Freeman (2:00) How a spontaneous decision led to a legendary career (4:00) Ralph’s first encounter with a police officer shooting (6:00) A detective’s death changes police protocol forever (7:00) Using taxis, milk trucks, and even a Harley to catch criminals (12:30) The brotherhood of the NYPD (16:00) Saving a partner’s life (17:00) ”The other side of the coin is that, if you're taking a life, you're definitely saving at least one life.”  (19:30) Near-death encounters (22:00) Unexpected career-ending incident (24:30) The most gangster thing detective Ralph ever did (25:45) A gun deal turns into a deadly rooftop shootout (31:00) “ The rush is worth the risk.” -R.Freeman’s back tattoo Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! --- Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases. Social Links: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Twitter: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEASELESS VIOLENCE AND  BRUTALITY:  1/8: The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln's Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby's Rangers, and theShadow War That Forged America's Special Operations Hardcover – by  Patrick K. O'Donnell  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Unvanquished-Lincolns-Special-Americas-Operations/dp/080216286X At the heart of this groundbreaking narrative is the epic story of Lincoln's special forces, the Jessie Scouts, told in its entirety for the first time. In a contest fought between irregular units, the Scouts hunted John Singleton Mosby's Confederate Rangers from the middle of 1863 up to war's end at Appomattox. With both sides employing pioneering tradecraft, they engaged in dozens of raids and spy missions, often perilously wearing the other's uniform, risking penalty of death if captured. Clashing violently on horseback, theunconventional units attacked critical supply lines, often capturing or killing high-value targets. North and South deployed special operations that could have changed the war's direction in 1864, and crucially during the Appomattox Campaign, Jessie Scouts led the Union Army to a final victory. They later engaged in a history-altering proxy war against France in Mexico, earning seven Medals of Honor; many Scouts mysteriously disappeared during that conflict, taking their stories to their graves. 1861 DC

CEASELESS VIOLENCE AND  BRUTALITY:  8/8: The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln's Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby's Rangers, and theShadow War That Forged America's Special Operations Hardcover – by  Patrick K. O'Donnell  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Unvanquished-Lincolns-Special-Americas-Operations/dp/080216286X At the heart of this groundbreaking narrative is the epic story of Lincoln's special forces, the Jessie Scouts, told in its entirety for the first time. In a contest fought between irregular units, the Scouts hunted John Singleton Mosby's Confederate Rangers from the middle of 1863 up to war's end at Appomattox. With both sides employing pioneering tradecraft, they engaged in dozens of raids and spy missions, often perilously wearing the other's uniform, risking penalty of death if captured. Clashing violently on horseback, theunconventional units attacked critical supply lines, often capturing or killing high-value targets. North and South deployed special operations that could have changed the war's direction in 1864, and crucially during the Appomattox Campaign, Jessie Scouts led the Union Army to a final victory. They later engaged in a history-altering proxy war against France in Mexico, earning seven Medals of Honor; many Scouts mysteriously disappeared during that conflict, taking their stories to their graves. 1896