Podcasts about Nasiriyah

Marine veteran Chris Mansfield shares his story of the 2003 invasion of Iraq, where he and his unit were tasked with a harrowing mission: recovering Sgt. Fernando Padilla-Ramirez, a fallen Marine who was captured, dragged through the streets, and hung in the town center of Nasiriyah before being buried in a landfill.In this episode of Urban Valor, Chris reflects on his journey from growing up between South Shore, MA, and Amherst, NH, seeking validation through the Marine Corps, and ultimately serving as an 0351 Antitank Assaultman with the 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines. He opens up about the mental and emotional toll of war, the intense bonds forged in combat, and the struggles of transitioning back to civilian life.

Natalie Sudman was born in Montana and raised in Minnesota. She worked for sixteen years worked as an archaeologist in the western U.S. In 2006 was hired by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to administer construction contracts in Iraq. In 2007 a vehicle she was traveling in was hit by a roadside bomb. Her book Application of Impossible Things details her experience with that incident.About the Book: This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck with other men when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near Death Experience (NDE) when she went out of the body to the spirit world.There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done, and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened, and more details returned during her time in the hospital. This is an amazing story of survival in wartime conditions.This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spiritual side of the experience? Before this experience, Sudman was dubious about anything that smacked of the paranormal. This experience made her a believer. She shares her story here for the first time to demonstrate that the paranormal is normal and to assist others who have had similar experiences.This book is for anyone interested in near death experiences and out-of-body experiences. It is one of the first such books to come out of the Iraq conflict.Please enjoy my conversation with Natalie Sudman.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1216, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: Ends In Oo. With Oo in quotation marks 1: Members of this Algonquian-speaking tribe live in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Mexico, but not in Dogpatch. the Kickapoo. 2: Necromancy, Haitian-style. Voodoo. 3: It's sometimes a quadruped, but to move quickly it becomes a biped and leaps. a kangaroo. 4: Also. too. 5: Eskimo condo. an igloo. Round 2. Category: I Know Ur 1: Ur is dominated by one of these stepped, pyramidal temple towers dating from the 3rd millennium B.C.. a ziggurat. 2: The first major excavations of Ur were made after WWI by H.R. Hall of this London institution. the British Museum. 3: One of the last kings to build at Ur was this "great" Persian, also called Koresh. Cyrus. 4: Now called Tall al-Muqayyar, modern Ur is about 10 miles from Nasiriyah in this troubled Mideast country. Iraq. 5: Founded in the 4th millennium B.C., Ur was a capital city of this oldest Mesopotamian civilization. Sumeria. Round 3. Category: To And Fro. With To" And "Fro in quotation marks 1: This injury from low temperatures can lead to gangrene. frostbite. 2: You'll hear this when someone scores a hit in fencing. touché. 3: It's "An Irish Lullaby" me mother sang to me in Killarney. "Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral". 4: Colloquial 5-letter title for a first-year college student. frosh. 5: Mais oui, it's French for "cheese". fromage. Round 4. Category: Arts 1: The full title of this modernist Stravinsky ballet includes "Pictures from Pagan Russia in Two Parts". The Rite of Spring. 2: Drummer Art Blakey was a real heavy cat in this style of music that preceded "Messengers" in his band's name. jazz. 3: Arthur Burns battled inflation as the chairman of this economic body from 1970 to 1978. The Fed (the Federal Reserve). 4: This architect fell in love with the Arizona desert and built Taliesin West, his winter home, in Scottsdale. Frank Lloyd Wright. 5: He attended UCLA on a tennis scholarship and in 1965 won the U.S. collegiate men's singles title. Arthur Ashe. Round 5. Category: The Songs Of Max Martin 1: "and Juliet" imagines the Shakespeare story had the heroine lived and here she is performing this song, Britney Spears' first hit"I must confess, that my loneliness is killing me now...". "...Baby One More Time". 2: Juliet stops the show with "Roar", a 2013 hit from this artist"I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter / Dancing through the fire / 'Cause I am a...". Katy Perry. 3: Shakespeare's wife Anne Hathaway performs "That's The Way It Is", a Top 10 hit for this chanteuse in 2000"Don't give up on your faith / Love comes to those who believe it". Celine Dion. 4: The first musical number in "and Juliet" has William Shakespeare performing this Backstreet Boys song"All you people can't you see, can't you see / How your love's affecting our reality". "Larger Than Life". 5: The finale of "and Juliet" features the cast performing this Justin Timberlake hit"Come on / All those things I shouldn't do / But you dance, dance, dance /And ain't nobody leavin' soon, so keep dancin'". "Can't Stop The Feeling!". Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia!Special thanks to https://blog.feedspot.com/trivia_podcasts/ AI Voices used

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Mark Mitchell has mounted a defence against attacks levelled by a political rival. On Mike Hosking's show this morning, Labour's Ginny Andersen accused the Police Minister of being paid to kill people, when he was a defence contractor in East Africa and the Middle East. Mitchell later claimed he doesn't know if he was personally responsible for any casualties, as his team defended a compound in Nasiriyah in the early 2000s. Asked outright later in the interview, Mitchell denied knowingly killing anyone. "I have been very clear- no, I have not killed anyone. Yes, I was involved in a siege in Nasiriyah, yes there were casualties on both sides- that's as much as I know." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Urban Valor, we dive into the extraordinary life of Navy veteran Luis Fonseca Jr., a man whose journey from the challenging streets of Fayetteville, NC, to the front lines of Operation Iraqi Freedom is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Born into a military family, Luis's early life was marked by the struggles of a military upbringing and the dangerous allure of drug trafficking, a path that led him to a pivotal crossroads following the tragic murder of a close friend during a drug deal gone wrong. This life-altering event ignited a profound desire for change, steering Luis towards a new destiny in the United States Navy.Embark on a journey of transformation and courage as Luis shares his story of becoming a Corpsman, a role that melded his innate desire to heal with the discipline and valor of military service. Assigned to a Marine Corps Unit, Luis's resilience and dedication were tested during the harrowing battle of Nasiriyah in March 2003. His recount of the intense combat and his life-saving actions under enemy fire will leave you on the edge of your seat, exemplifying why he was honored as the first Navy Corpsman to receive the prestigious Navy Cross since the Vietnam War.However, the battle scars run deep, and Luis's narrative doesn't shy away from the haunting aftermath of war. In a raw and honest account, he opens up about the demons he battles daily, painting a vivid picture of the mental and emotional toll that lingers long after the battlefield's dust has settled. His transition out of the military is a testament to the strength and vulnerability of those who have served, offering a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our veterans.This episode is not just a recount of Luis Fonseca Jr.'s valor and sacrifice; it's an intimate portrait of a man who turned adversity into strength, a beacon of hope for those navigating the darkness of their past toward a brighter future. Join us as we honor the service, resilience, and unyielding spirit of this remarkable Navy Corpsman.Tune in, be moved, and gain a deeper understanding of the life behind the uniform. Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of Urban Valor, where we bring you the untold stories of courage, sacrifice, and redemption from our brave veterans.#Navy #MilitaryHeroes #UrbanValor  #OperationIraqiFreedom #NavyCross #CombatStories #MentalHealthAwareness #MilitaryLife

This is the harrowing and terrifying true story of the Battle of Nasiriyah, Iraq. It all started with a wrong turn by an Army captain. When the dust cleared, the US military had suffered twenty-nine casualties, and many more injuries, most by friendly fire. But Americans didn't hear the truth about the battle. Instead, they heard about the valiant rescue of PFC Jessica Lynch. This story is narrated by Phil M. Williams, and sourced from Jon Krakauer's book, Where Men Win Glory.

Marine veteran, James Gervasio, discusses his past struggles with addiction, trauma, and his journey to self-discovery. James shares his personal experiences from the Battle of Nasiriyah and the transition he had to undergo from being a soldier to becoming a civilian. He gives insight into the harsh realities war veterans face even after leaving the service - the constant battles with PTSD and the struggle of not relating with societal norms. James goes on to explain how he was able to overcome these challenges. James also reveals how he now uses his experiences to help others navigate through their own situations to find peace and reshape their lives. Support the Show Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 4Patriots - visit https://4Patriots.com/DriveOn to get the best discounts and deals on survival supplies! Links & Resources Website: https://newearthleadershipacademy.com Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

In this episode of "How You Create," I am joined by documentary photographer Wesaam Al-Badry, 2023 Google Pixel & Aperture Creator Labs Photo Fund grant recipient. Wesaam, born in Nasiriyah, Iraq, fled to Saudi Arabia and lived in refugee camps for 4 and half years at the outset of what became known as the Gulf War. In late 1994, Wesaam and his family were relocated to Lincoln, Nebraska. Both his time in refugee camps, his working class upbringing in Nebraska, and late his attainment of master's in New Media journalism at the University of California, Berkeley, and his BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute culminate in his work which depicts honest moments of the lives of those often absent from art institutes, and a deep belief in the integrity and responsibility of his work. Wesaam urges any listeners who have questions or needs advice about work and grants to reach out to him directly at wesaamalbadry@gmail.com. We talked deeply about the responsibility photographers has to the people in the communities photographers use in their art, why more more negatives makes more sense to him than more posting on Instagram, and how relationship and community is the most essential skill for photographers Wesaam has worked for global media outlets, including CNN and Al-Jazeera America. His photographs have been featured in the New York Times, Rolling Stone Magazine, The Atlantic, NPR, Fortune, The Nation, and Mother Jones. Al-Badry has received The John Collier Jr. Award for Still Photography, Dorothea Lange Fellowship, the Jim Marshall Fellowship for Photography, The National Geographic Society fellowship, Magnum Foundation, and The Emerson Collective, and is currently a fellow at The Center for Visual Documentation.

Southern Iraq is an incredible place and one that I've been wanting to visit for years! Seeing the Iraqi Marshlands, Mesopotamia, the Ancient Cities of Ur and Babylon, and some incredible Islamic Shrines is a great first week in this incredible country. Listen in for some tips and itinerary help for this once in a lifetime trip through the Cradle of Civilization!

This week's Urban Valor episode features Marine veteran Miguel Linares. Miguel was born in Westminster, CA. He enlisted in the Marine Corps as an Aviation Mechanic, but after 9/11, Miguel wanted to fight and changed his job to Infantry Rifleman. He got what he asked for and fought through Nasiriyah's “Ambush Alley” during the Iraq invasion of 2003. Miguel recalls and shares vivid details of the War in Iraq, and Ambush Alley in today's episode.Miguel talks us through what life was like for him in combat, after combat, and how his wife contributed to pulling him out of a dark place upon transitioning out of the military.

On this episode of Winning Strategies Playbook, James gives us an inside look into his experience as a Marine fighting in one of the most prolific battles in the US-led invasion of Iraq, the Battle of Nasiriyah. James shares his journey from homelessness to joining the Marines, and why it ended up being one of the best decisions of his life, even after fighting in a war.James and Megan also discuss the lessons the Marines taught him that he carries with him to this day, and why extreme ownership and accountability are so important to him. He also discusses how it affected his life as a whole, and how he overcame the stigma of PTSD to seek help and change his life. Plus he offers advice to those veterans looking to make the next step after life in the military. James also discusses finding purpose through Cowtown Warriors, an organization located in Fort Worth, TX that serves veterans in need.If you're interested in finding out more, need help, or would like to donate to Cowtown Warriors, visit: https://cowtownwarriors.com/To buy or sell real estate anywhere on the planet, visit: MyExperiencedRealtor.comThanks to our sponsor TruckVin.com

Natalie Sudman was born in Montana and raised in Minnesota. She worked for sixteen years worked as an archaeologist in the western U.S. In 2006 was hired by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to administer construction contracts in Iraq. In 2007 a vehicle she was traveling in was hit by a roadside bomb. Her book Application of Impossible Things details her experience with that incident. About the Book: This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck with other men when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near Death Experience (NDE) when she went out of the body to the spirit world.There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done, and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened, and more details returned during her time in the hospital. This is an amazing story of survival in wartime conditions.This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spiritual side of the experience? Before this experience, Sudman was dubious about anything that smacked of the paranormal. This experience made her a believer. She shares her story here for the first time to demonstrate that the paranormal is normal and to assist others who have had similar experiences.This book is for anyone interested in near death experiences and out-of-body experiences. It is one of the first such books to come out of the Iraq conflict.Please enjoy my conversation with Natalie Sudman.

On todays Zero Limits Podcast Matt chats with Liam Haven former Australian Infantry soldier from the 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment. Liam was deployed to Iraq as an infantry soldier and combat medic. He had been in Iraq for six months operating as part of the Overwatch Battle Group (West) - 4. When his Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicle was on patrol near An Nasiriyah, in southern Iraq on 17 May 2008 when it was struck by an IED (Improvised Explosive Device). Liam suffered wounds to his upper body and lost the vision in both his eyes in the attack. The vehicle call sign was 61C and its name was 'HOMBRES SIN MIEDO' (Men Without Fear).Liam works to raise awareness of the mental health issues faced by returning soldiers. He's passionate about helping young people understand and respect the sacrifices made by those who serve. Let's GO!Support the show - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=9LG48GC49TW38Website - www.zerolimitspodcast.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/zero.limits.podcast/?hl=en

This week's Urban Valor episode features Marine veteran, Aaron Rodriguez. Aaron was assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 371 during the Invasion of Iraq in March of 2003. While convoying supplies near the city of Nasiriyah his unit was ambushed with heavy enemy fire. Shortly after the ambush took place, they realized Marine, Sgt. Fernando Padilla-Ramirez was missing and had been captured. Aaron speaks about his frustration with their commander deciding not to go recover Sgt. Padilla and the toll it took on his unit. Eventually, Sgt. Padilla's remains were recovered by 2/2 Fox company, part of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit at the time. This interview is powerful, as Aaron is an intelligent speaker who really delivers his memories with detail and emotion making you feel for him and his unit during the time Sgt. Padilla was captured, as well as numerous other moments in this interview. As we always say, the courage it takes to sit in the chair with Urban Valor as a military veteran, whether it be a combat veteran or not, or whether the veteran is a Marine, Army,  Air Force, Navy, or another branch of the Military. As a combat veteran, this Marine experienced much there is to experience in the military. His story is a true testament to the courage and strength of the military. We're honored to hear Aaron Rodriguez's story and learn more about his experience in Iraq. We share his story to raise awareness about the effects of combat, the decisions and hardships military members face while serving, and also to detail more information about the Invasion of Iraq, War on Terror, and the sacrifices of the military who served during these time, as well as other wars and time periods. Please share and donate to help us continue to provide military veterans with the resources they need to share their stories and help others learn about the military.Our website, UrbanValor.com is under construction, with our hopes to launch during the new year. Our goal is to begin traveling or funding travel for Veterans to enjoy a Los Angeles vacation on us, and share their stories with them and their loved ones. When we begin accepting donations, 100% of donations will go to Veterans and/or highly researched and reviewed Veteran charities, with 100% financial tracking available on our website. We will make an announcement once our website is live and we're prepared to accept donations for Veterans in need! In the meantime, the best way to support out Veteran interviewees is to watch our videos, listen to the Urban Valor podcast, and engage with our videos and posts across social media.Many of the Veterans we interview check in on their videos and the comments, so please show your love and support, ask questions, or just give thanks under our videos! And Please SUBSCRIBE so you NEVER miss an episode of Urban Valor! We put out new episodes every week!

Nick was born and raised In Las Vegas by a strong godly single mother. He grew up in the church and played a very active role at Cornerstone Christian Fellowship. Once he turned 18, his choices led him on a path of destruction. His mom being a very strong woman of God saw his path and where he was heading and gave him an ultimatum.  Go to college, join the military or choose life on the streets of Vegas. His decision was the military and a week later he was on his way to San Diego to the Marine Corp Recruit Depot in November of 2000.   After bootcamp, he was assigned to Infantry. He thought it was going to be an easy 4 years since he joined during peace time but all of that changed on Sept 11, 2001. He was sent to Iraq during the initial invasion and spent almost 3 years in active combat. He was in Nasiriyah during the initial push and experienced some pretty intense life changing events. He Also fought in Fallujah losing numerous friends and his convoys were frequently hit by IED's. The experience of real combat pushed him farther into spiritual darkness.   After leaving the military, he received a job at a nightclub making great money. He would end up becoming Director of Security for many clubs and also worked in private armed security for high profile individuals and as a bounty hunter. After one of his bounty jobs went bad, he found himself with a heavy legal liability that almost cost him 30 years prison. During that time as he waited for the trial, he moved to California to attempt to his act together and build his relationship with God. Things didn't go as planned and he ended up losing his apartment and was homeless for almost 3 years. During that time, he was drinking heavily and began smoke marijuana to deal with the physical and emotional pain of war. This all led to a suicide attempt where his weapon misfired by God's grace.   This began new beginning and a new walk with God. He moved back home, went to court and all of his legal charges were dropped. He started to go back church, surrounded himself with Godly men began to volunteer at the Church. There met and married his wife Katie and they moved to Colorado. God led him to Reach Church where he devoted his life to full time ministry. He is the father of 3 beautiful girls and serves in various aspects of ministry.

An Iraq Interpreter Tells His Story Joining The Scuttlebutt this week is former Iraqi Interpreter Ehab Al Akrawi. Ehab was born in Nasiriyah in 1986 and clearly remembers watching cruise missiles cross the sky during Desert Storm. But it wasn't until the 2003 invasion of Iraq that he saw his first American soldier. Mesmerized by their appearance and stature, Ehab got up the courage to speak to one and soon after began interpreting for a unit --- at the age of 15! With all the news regarding Afghan interpreters, it's easy to forget that there are still Iraqi interpreters making their way through the SIV program to gain admittance to the US. Ehab was one of the lucky ones. For more information about our duty to Iraq and Afghan interpreters see Modern War Institute. To understand more about the SIV program visit Travel.State.gov and WashingtonPost.com.  

Amir al-Zubaidi is Director of Nasiriyah Museum, and now SBAH Director of Archaeology for Dhi Qar province. He introduces us to Nasiriyah Museum, and discusses both his achievements so far and his dreams for the future. What interests the people of Nasiriyah, and what role does heritage play in civic life there? This is the first in an experimental mini-series where we hear the thoughts of colleagues who are doing important work in Iraq. Yet while their work may be well known in Iraq itself, few in the UK or the wider western world know anything about it. This may be partly because of the nature of the specialist's position, or the low level of Arabic language skills in the west. With the help of interpreter Zainab Mizyidawi, Amir was interviewed in Arabic and the results have been translated into English. This episode was made possible through the generous support of the London Centre for the Ancient Near East. 4:31 Nasiriyah Museum9:39 visitors11:42 audience engagement15:55 goals19:59 what interests people21:07 role of heritage in Nasiriyah 23:20 role of foreign teams24:40 life as director of archaeology 29:49 priorities and challenges30:55 hopesMusic by Ruba HillawiWebsite: http://wedgepod.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSM7ZlAAgOXv4fbTDRyrWgwEmail: wedgepod@gmail.comTwitter: @wedge_pod Patreon: http://Patreon.com/WedgePod

More than 150 people have died in devastating floods across parts of western Germany and Belgium, as rescue operations and the search for thousands unaccounted for. Flooding has now spread to streets in Switzerland and the Netherlands. ——— The British government threw the holiday plans of tens of thousands of people into disarray Friday night when it reversed plans to open up travel from France because of concerns about a COVID-19 variant circulating in the country. As infections rise, French President Emmanuel Macron ordered all health care workers to get virus vaccine shots by Sept. 15 and mandated special COVID-19 passes to go to a restaurant or a shopping mall. The new measures come amid worries over the delta variant. On Friday, The Eiffel Tower reopened in Paris for the first time in nine months as France introduced new restrictions to tame the delta variant. Visitors 18 and older will have to show a pass proving vaccination, a negative coronavirus test or recent recovery from the virus to visit the tower. Daily capacity is restricted to 10,000 people a day, with elevator capacity to 50% and masks will be required. Health care workers in Greece will be suspended if they refuse to get vaccinated under a new mandatory policy announced Monday by the country's prime minister. In March, Italy was first in Europe to make COVID-19 vaccine mandatory for all health workers ———- For the second time in less than three months, an exploding oxygen canister has caused a lethal fire in a Covid-19 hospital in Nasiriyah, Iraq, killing nearly 100 people. ——— Los Angeles County returned to an indoor masked mandate on Thursday this week after Covid cases doubling in 3 weeks in this country. The new order will require everyone, regardless of whether they are vaccinated, to wear face coverings in most indoor public places. It takes effect at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday. Some 1,537 new cases were confirmed on Thursday, according to county health officials, an 83% increase over the previous week. Seven counties in the Bay Area issued recommendations that residents wear masks indoors, even if they are fully vaccinated, citing rising Covid-19 infections and the rapid spread of the Delta variant. Two Northern California counties—Sacramento County and neighboring Yolo County—took the same step earlier this week. ———- Wildfires that torched homes and forced thousands to evacuate burned across 10 parched Western states on Tuesday, and the largest, in Oregon, threatened California's power supply. Nearly 60 wildfires tore through bone-dry timber and brush from Alaska to Wyoming, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. Arizona, Idaho and Montana accounted for more than half of the large active fires. ———- A pool deck suspected of being at the root of the Champlain Towers South building collapse in Surfside, Florida had been a problem for more than 25 years, according to a newly disclosed permit. Also on Wednesday, nearly two dozen 911 calls were released by the Miami-Dade Police Department. You can hear the confusion and disbelief among residents and neighbors after the partial collapse of the 12-story Champlain Towers South condominium in the beachside town of Surfside, Florida, in the early hours of June 24. Frantic 911 calls came in from residents who were trapped inside after approximately 55 of the oceanfront complex's 136 units were destroyed in the collapse at around 1:15 a.m. A judge has decided that the land can be sold. The expected sale could bring $100 million dollars, which will go to the families of the victims. —— The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is instructing airlines to inspect their Boeing 737 fleet for faulty altitude pressure switches that could potentially pose a safety risk. ——- Two recalls were announced by Johnson & Johnson for five of their sunscreens and Ford for Explorers built 2013-2017. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sabah-fakhoury/message

This month we are reviewing Iraq’s gas sector and projects, following several developments and announcements lately on Khor Mor, Ratawi, Nasiriyah, Mansuriyah and Akkas. 

COL Stu James tells the story of his experience as a junior officer leading his company-level combined arms team from Kuwait to Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 20 March to 7 April 2003. Key battles explored during this episode are the engagements at An Nasiriyah, Al Kifl, An Najaf, Karbala, and Baghdad.  Colonel Stu James is an active duty Army officer who earned his commission as an Armor officer following graduation from West Virginia University ROTC. He entered active duty service in 1996 and has held numerous leadership positions in armored and mechanized formations throughout his career. COL James has extensive combat and deployment experience, including three tours to Iraq, one tour to Afghanistan, one tour to Kuwait, and one stability operation in Bosnia. His notable actions with 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division during the Operation Iraqi Freedom ground invasion is the focus of this episode.    Resources Related to the Topics Discussed in Today's Episode On Point: The United States Army in Operation Iraqi Freedom. The initial history that looked at the Army's role in the ground invasion during Operation Iraqi Freedom in March and April 2003. This book was published by the U.S. Army's Combat Studies Institute Press in 2004 and is available for free to the public.   Thunder Run: The Armored Strike to Capture Baghdad. Pulitzer Prize winning reporter David Zucchino was embedded with the 2nd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division during the 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom ground invasion. This book tells the engaging story of 2nd Brigade's battles on their march to Baghdad.   If You Want to Support The Podcast Help others find the podcast by writing a positive review on Apple Podcasts!  

23MAR2003: Serving as a corpsman with 1/2 Marines during the invasion of Iraq, Hospital Apprentice Luis Fonseca and his men were tasked with moving through Nasiriyah and taking the Saddam Canal Bridge. Having faced little enemy resistance in the first few days of the invasion, the Marines RCT-2 found themselves in a pretty steady fight as soon as they entered Nasiriyah. Rather than turning to run, the Iraqi military and paramilitary units here decided to fight. The city was divided by three bridges along the critical highway 7. Despite the enemy resistance, the Marines cleared the first and second bridge and set their sights on the Saddam Canal. Now between two bridges in an urban environment, the enemy sprung their trap. Firing from all directions, Iraqi fighters hammered the Marines with machine gun fire as mortars and artillery rounds found their mark. Armed with heavy machine guns and tanks, the Iraqi units held their ground and quickly began destroying American armored vehicles. Soon, the call went out, 'Corpsman up!'. Without hesitation, HA Luis Fonseca ran to a burning vehicle that had been struck by enemy fire. Under fire, he administered aid two the five wounded Marines, two of which were amputees. He organized their movement to a casualty collection vehicle and stabilized the patients until that truck was disabled by enemy fire. Fonseca again organized their movement and under continual fire, directed patient care and helped to load the casualties into a new vehicle. Not able to carry all five, Fonseca stayed behind keeping his fellow Marine alive until someone could return to take him to the aid station. Fonseca returned to his unit and continued to treat the wounded all the while, eventually making yet another trip with a casualty to the rear before moving back into the fire to be with his fellow Marines. For his bravery under fire, HA Luis Fonseca would be awarded the Navy Cross.

Lord Rama seems to have been popular in Mesopotamia anda Chapel of Lord Rama was found by archeologists. ‘Ur (Sumerian: Urim;[1] Sumerian Cuneiform: 

My guest this week is Retired United States Marine Sergeant Major Justin LeHew. This episode is the first of two conversations with Sergeant Major (Ret) LeHew. The second one will be next week and also including the organization that he leads today. Sergeant Major (Ret) LeHew has been awarded the Navy Cross, The Bronze Star. He is also known as the Hero of Nasiriyah for his work taking part in the 507 Maintenance company's rescue operation, including Jessica Lynch in 2003. I quote: “Under constant enemy fire, he led the rescue team to the soldiers. With total disregard for his own welfare, he assisted the evacuation effort of four soldiers, two of whom were critically wounded,” LeHew’s Navy Cross citation reads. In 2010, Sergeant Major (Ret) LeHew was honored by the Marine Corps with an obstacle named in his honor at Parris Island, South Carolina, called LeHew’s Challenge. Every recruit, both male and female, hears from their drill instructors about the heroism displayed by then Gunnery Sergeant LeHew. It was a privilege to have this conversation with Sergeant Major (Ret) LeHew. We discuss topics such as: why he from a young age knew he wanted to serve in the Military, why the Marine Corps prepares you for any situation, what drives him, how our world and war is evolving today, why nothing new is under the sun, lessons learned about building a family with a demanding calling, why we’re all equal as human beings, and more. I hope you enjoyed this week’s episode. And, thank you to every person serving our country, protecting us, keeping us safe, and sacrificing your own life for our good.    RECAP 5:45 My Father stormed the beaches of Normandy 9:38 I thought my dream was over 13:18 My mom didn’t know what I wanted for myself. I wanted the harshness. 13:57 You want to throw your life away in the Marines? 24:11 The Marines had a way looking at who you are and making the best out of your shortfalls. 27:11 I’m dealing with a different generation with the same problems my Dad did. They are the same motivators. 32:56 Tenacity happens when you know the deeper why. Quitting a calling is not an option. Stay on the path. 42:30 What you get when you take a personal interest in someone else 49:07 What is my drive? 54:45 Look at another human being first before you layer anything else on them. 59:18 Military gives you a set of skills to be successful at any level. 59:57 You have to remove the distractors 1:10:00 You rapidly execute when you know what you need to do 1:19:31 Why do African Americans go to war and then get persecuted when they get home? 1:28:19 We’re dealing with extremities on both sides right now. 1:37:48 There is a big way every 20-25 years 1:50:06 You don’t badmouth the home team. 2:05:36 When we have to face a problem unlike any in the past. There are no knew problems. Open up the book and see how someone else solved it. 2:22:51 You try to do the best you can with what you have at that time 2:40:21 Marriage is not easy 2:49:49 Don’t give time to distractors     RESOURCES https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/your-marine-corps/2018/06/29/hero-of-nasiriyah-set-to-retire-after-thirty-years-of-service-to-the-corps/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Justin_LeHew Matt Haaga State Farm: https://www.matthaaga.com/ https://abjets.com/

This week, AJ and Bronwen talk about police brutality and the role of empathy (or lack thereof) in law enforcement. There's actually a little research! Oh, and AJ rants about dog people again.Sources and articles mentioned in this ep:The scoop on officer Joseph Bologna:https://www.inquirer.com/news/joseph-bologna-video-philly-police-arrest-protests-court-documents-20200609.htmlWhere you can get your very own "Philly is done with Bologna" shirt:https://gumroad.com/l/pABARWAn article regarding rates of PTSD/PTSD symptoms in US police force:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cop-doc/201811/cops-and-ptsdAn article about use of Ketamine in Elijah Mcclain case:https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/26/elijah-mcclain-ketamine-may-have-played-role-death-experts-say/3262785001/Other sources: Johnson, L. B., Todd, M., & Subramanian, G. (2005). Violence in police families: Work-family spillover. Journal of family violence, 20(1), 3-12.https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Michael_Todd9/publication/226691138_Violence_in_Police_Families_Work-Family_Spillover/links/569ff50108aee4d26ad28cce/Violence-in-Police-Families-Work-Family-Spillover.pdfMazza, M., Giusti, L., Albanese, A., Mariano, M., Pino, M. C., & Roncone, R. (2012). Social cognition disorders in military police officers affected by posttraumatic stress disorder after the attack of An-Nasiriyah in Iraq 2006. Psychiatry Research, 198(2), 248-252.https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/40550211/Social_cognition_disorders_in_military_p20151201-10956-1mgnxqm.pdf?1449000870=&response-content-disposition=inline%3B+filename%3DSocial_cognition_disorders_in_military_p.pdf&Expires=1595348148&Signature=cM1ke4QtAVk3CdHTpsI3szZCDeSvKAmEX7O8xGHqpe8tZQQdh4oFUVGnWu0m7bSho4M3gO6prBOPw0ON1nBDcEr4uD3CJRK4HV1wssZLfSb7BMpeJY7yLLX0Gidu8jF5E7x1jgdxn2JeKHTZWTQLWIgZY3CC4Q92wDt5-9bKlNMFumuHiPwmLZnZVxIvjGMnHvhwZaIsIP74CWrs62GA4MQUH9BzJ0n-20oL58YWSvNpJZ2f62Vh6B99U2T7LAQ6IHspteVd8IV9LN4sGrNRahM0soeNMlxLpcCCqVqhCznk0tHxltMdqpx0tc8OpbUfPxtmbUtzGVXHIAQZynunoQ__&Key-Pair-Id=APKAJLOHF5GGSLRBV4ZAZavala, E., & Melander, L. A. (2019). Intimate partner violence perpetrated by police officers: Is it self-control or the desire-to-be-in-control that matters more?. Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma, 28(2), 166-185.

This week I am talking to Natalie Sudman about her book 'Application of Impossible Things - My Near Death Experience in Iraq'. Natalie worked as a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq, she was riding in a truck when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. As a result of the severe injuries her body received from this roadside bomb, Natalie had a near-death experience where she left her body and entered the spirit world. There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened and during the time in the hospital, more details returned. Before this experience, Sudman was dubious about anything that smacked of the paranormal. This experience made her a believer. Application of Impossible Things - My Near Death Experience in IraqThere have been many, many people killed and maimed by bomb explosions during the war in Iraq. This is the amazing story of a woman who survived a near fatal explosion. Incredibly, that was only the beginning of her story. During the event, she experienced a NDE (Near Death Experience). She retained vivid memories of going to the spirit side and from that unique out-of-body perspective; she helped celestial beings put her body back together so she could return to life. She wanted to share what the experience was like as viewed from the spirit side. After being injured in Iraq, Natalie retired from government service. She is now enjoying art, writing, and continuing explorations into the non-physical. Natalie has also been a subject of studies performed by the University of Virginia's Division of Perceptual Studies, and welcomes invitations to act as a lab rat for any scientific investigation. Describing herself as an open-minded skeptic, Natalie finds that the rigorous methodology of science appeals to her critical mind, while her artistic nature enjoys the expansive freedom of leaving behind the critical mind in frequent forays into the non-physical. She maintains that an irreverent sense of humor and a willingness to look foolish are the cornerstones of constructive exploration. Raised in Minnesota, Natlie Sudman has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. She recently moved to southern Arizona. Natalie's two-dimensional work is available through Davis & Cline Galleries in Ashland Oregon. Her ceramics are available online at Inyan Trace Art Studio. She occasionally blogs at Trace of Elements. Click this link to buy the book https://amzn.to/2Ew5Zun https://www.patreon.com/pastlivespodcast

*)Rockets hit US embassy in protest-hit Iraqi capital Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi confirmed that the US embassy in Baghdad was hit by rockets. The attack follows another day of violence amid a crackdown on anti-government protests in several cities. Two people were reportedly killed as security forces used live bullets and tear gas on protesters in Baghdad and Nasiriyah. *)Kobe Bryant, daughter among nine killed in chopper crash NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter were among nine people killed in a helicopter crash near Los Angeles. The 41-year-old was one of the NBA's all-time greats, whose international stardom transcended basketball. Thousands of fans gathered near the Lakers' home arena in downtown Los Angeles to mourn the death of “Black Mamba.” *)Death toll from coronavirus rises The death toll from the Chinese coronavirus epidemic rose to 80, with those affected worldwide approaching 3,000. Fears over the global economic impact of the virus sent oil prices plunging more than 2 percent. The outbreak led China to lock down the epicentre of the disease, Wuhan city, while also imposing tight travel restrictions. *)Death toll from earthquake in Turkey reaches 39 Authorities confirmed the deaths of 39 people after an earthquake struck eastern Turkey last week. The magnitude 6.8 quake, whose epicentre was situated in Turkey’s Elazig province, injured more than 1,600 people. *) Efforts to rescue survivors continue almost 48 hours after the disaster. And finally, *) Billie Eilish, Finneas win big at Grammys, tribute paid to Kobe Bryant Siblings Billie Eilish and Finneas made a big splash at the 2020 Grammy Awards, winning 11 honours for the musical family. Rapper Nipsey Hussle, who was slain last year, also won two posthumous Grammy Awards. The music awards ceremony in Los Angeles came as the city mourned the loss of NBA icon Kobe Bryant.

*)Anti-Beijing camp looks to have won big in Hong Kong vote Hong Kong’s anti-Beijing candidates have won an overwhelming majority in the vote for 452 district council seats. A record 71 percent of the city’s 4.1 million registered voters cast ballots, up from 47 per cent in 2015. The results are seen as a clear rebuke to leader Carrie Lam and her handling of months-long violent protests. *)China’s surveillance system flags Uighurs for detention camps Classified documents show how Beijing is pioneering a new form of social control using data and artificial intelligence. Beijing says it has detained more than a million ethnic minorities, mostly Muslims, to give them voluntary job training. The classified blueprint revealed that the camps Beijing runs are secret centres for forced ideological and behavioural re-education. *)Anti-govt protests, unrest continue in Iraq Iraqi security forces have killed at least 13 anti-government protesters in one of the "worst" days of clashes in the country's south. Dozens others were wounded in skirmishes with Iraqi forces as protesters burned car tyres in Nasiriyah city. More than 300 people have been killed in Iraq since protests started last month. *)US Navy chief sacked US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper has fired the head of the US Navy, Richard Spencer. Esper sacked Spencer over his handling of the case of a Navy SEAL recently pardoned by President Trump. US Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher is accused of war crimes in Iraq and was convicted of battlefield misconduct. And finally, *)Web inventor launches plan to stop internet abuse World Wide Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee unveiled a "Contract for the Web" to halt misuse by governments, companies and individuals. More than 150 organisations including Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Reddit and Reporters Without Borders are backing the plan. The governments of France, Germany and Ghana are also on board, as well as thousands of individuals.

Bolivia’s President Evo Morales steps down over his disputed re-election, and Chinese e-commerce giants report sales of more than $50 billion on Singles Day *)Bolivia’s President Morales announces resignation Bolivia’s President Evo Morales announced his resignation following three weeks of sometimes-violent protests over his disputed re-election. Morales quit after the army and police withdrew their backing, and guards outside the presidential palace abandoned their posts. Most Latin American leaders decried the resignation, with many calling it a “coup,” while Mexico also offered asylum to Morales. *)Hong Kong police shoot protester as activists block streets Police in Hong Kong shot a protester as demonstrators blocked subway lines and roads on Monday. The protesters also set a fire inside a train, forcing service suspensions at several stations while police responded with pepper spray. The latest unrest – a continuation of six months of protests – comes amid anger over the recent death of a student activist and arrest of anti-Beijing lawmakers. *)Socialists win Spain's election amid far-right surge Spain's Socialists have won the national election, but large gains by the far-right Vox party appear certain to widen the country's political deadlock. The Socialists captured 120 seats, down from 123 in April’s election, and far from the absolute majority of 176 needed to form a government alone. The big political shift came as right-wing voters flocked to Vox after a fourth national ballot in four years, and the second in less than seven months. *)Three more protesters killed in Iraq Iraqi forces shot three anti-government protesters dead as they tried to disperse them in the southern city of Nasiriyah on Sunday. Around 100 people were also injured in deadly clashes, which added to the scores killed in weeks of unrest that have shaken the war-weary country. Unrest erupted in Baghdad on October 1, with protests over a lack of jobs and services, that spread across the capital and much of southern Iraq. *)Chinese e-commerce giants report booming Singles Day sales And finally, Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com reported a total of more than $50 billion in sales on Monday in the first half of Singles Day. Singles Day began as a joke holiday created by university students in the 1990s as an alternative to Valentine's Day for people without romantic partners. It falls on November 11 because the date is written with four singles: "11 11."

Feeling an obligation to serve his country and fight for those lost, especially the first responders, after the terrorist attacks on 9/11, Dave Burton went into a Marine Corps recruiting office on 9/12. To his surprise, there wasn’t another person in line to sign up. He wasn’t dissuaded though, and he enlisted that day. He left for boot camp at the age of 25. Following boot camp and the School of Infantry, Burton first deployed to Iraq in 2003 as part of the initial invasion force. There he would fight in the battle of An Nasiriyah as part of Task Force Tarawa. Burton would go on to deploy three more times as an Infantry Marine between Iraq and Afghanistan, before leaving the Marine Corps. In this episode, he shares what those deployments meant to him, the permanence of war and its violence, and the indelible memories of going to war as a United States Marine. www.shootoutforsoldiers.com We are very excited to announce our newest sponsor, Combat Flip Flops! If you go back into the early HAZARD GROUND archives, we had the founders of Combat Flip Flops, Matt Griffin and Don Lee on Episode 20. Born out of the idea to bring peace to war-torn areas of the world through thriving business, Combat Flip Flops’ mission is to create peaceful, forward-thinking opportunities for self-determined entrepreneurs affected by conflict. Their willingness to take bold risks, community connection, and distinct designs communicate, “Business, Not Bullets”–flipping the view on how wars are won. Through persistence, respect, and creativity, Combat Flip Flops works to empower the mindful consumer to manufacture peace through trade. And now, our listeners will be able to benefit from that mission by getting 15% off every order when you use the coupon code “HAZARD1” at checkout! Do your holiday shopping with us, and give back to veterans organizations at the same time! Go to www.hazardground.com, click on the Amazon banner on the home page, and do your Amazon shopping from there. IT COSTS YOU NOTHING, and it helps the show out tremendously! THE BEST PART IS we’ll be donating proceeds from this partnership to the vet organizations featured on this podcast. So help us out, help out these great organizations, and head over to hazardground.com and click on the Amazon banner today, and shop away! Support the podcast by supporting all of our sponsors at www.hazardground.com/sponsors! Help grow the show! Spread the word, tell a friend!! Subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes!

At the age of 19 Jessica Lynch joined the Army, and just over one year later she found herself staged for the invasion of Iraq.  During the initial surge towards Baghdad, her unit became separated from their convoy, and found themselves in the town of Nasiriyah.  Her smaller unit was ambushed, and she became the first American POW (Prisoner of War).   As Jessica and her unit were staging for the invasion in Kuwait, my unit was in Saudi Arabia, doing the same thing.  As the war began, we began working through our target deck, until actionable intelligence was received about her location.  After a quick forward staging, planning, and limited rehearsal, we assaulted the hospital, and recovered her on 1 April 2003.  It was the first successful of an American POW since WW2.  Jessica was immediately taken to a higher level of medical care, and slowly began her journey home to the US via Germany.  There has been much controversy over what happened during the events leading up to the rescue, and of the rescue itself.  It is safe to say, in my opinion, that the military used the operation to serve their needs at the time.  I had not spoken to her until this recording, and it was great to revisit the events of 15 years ago from both sides of the same coin. 

Dr. Muhamed Almaliky, a research fellow at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, joins us to discuss what Iraq's 2018 parliamentary elections suggest about voters' wishes for Iraq moving forward, while Nicholas Ristaino, a high school teacher in South Hamilton, Massachusetts, explains approaches for cultivating an understanding of Iraq’s recent past and current events. Music Credits: “Kim Arar,” by Wind of Anatolia, with permission “Our Names Engraved,” by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) “Clay Pawn Shop,” by Blue Dot Sessions(CC BY-NC 4.0) “Guinea,” by Blue Dot Sessions(CC BY-NC 4.0) “The Basket,” by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) “Jog to the Water,” by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) “So Go We,” by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) “Slate Tracker,” by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) “Jat Poure,” by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) Image Credit: “Proud Iraqi Women Vote in Nasiriyah” by DVIDS, via Flickr(CC BY 2.0). The image has been cropped.

Wesaam Al-Badry is a photojournalist living in San Francisco. He was born in 1984 in Nasiriyah, Iraq. website: http://www.wesaamalbadry.com/ musical notes: Charlie Parr - "Jaybird" [intro] The Cannonball Adderly Quintet - "Mercy Mercy Mercy (Live) (Remix)" [outro]

Jessica Dawn Lynch (born April 26, 1983) is a former United States Army soldier who served in the 2003 invasion of Iraq by U.S. and allied forces. On March 23, 2003, Private First Class Lynch was serving as a unit supply specialist with the 507th Maintenance Company when her convoy was ambushed by Iraqi forces during the Battle of Nasiriyah. Lynch was seriously injured. Her subsequent recovery by U.S. Special Operations Forces on April 1, 2003 received considerable media coverage; it was the first successful rescue of an American prisoner of war since World War II and the first ever of a woman. Initial official reports on Lynch's capture and rescue in Iraq were incorrect. On April 24, 2007, she testified in front of Congress that she had never fired her weapon (her M16 rifle having jammed), and that she had been knocked unconscious when her vehicle crashed.[1] Lynch has been outspoken in her criticism of the original stories reported regarding her combat experience. When asked about her heroine status, she stated "That wasn't me. I'm not about to take credit for something I didn't do... I'm just a survivor."

NATALIE SUDMAN (Episode 3 of 3 with Natalie): “If you don’t know Natalie Sudman, you’re missing out on one the most enlightening near-death experiences of our time. This is my 3rd interview of a 3-part series with Natalie, but you don’t need to watch her previous interviews to understand or enjoy this one. Although at some point you will want to watch all 3 for the full, life-changing experience that they offer. “In this Afterlife TV episode, Natalie Sudman reveals what happened to her in what she calls the HEALING ENVIRONMENT during her near-death experience. She talks about the different shapes and appearances she took in all 3 environments, how her soul (whole self) chose the injuries she would endure when re-entering her physical body, and why her soul chose those injuries. We also learn what the Healing Environment was like, and what it teaches us about our soul’s detachment and sense of humor. Natalie even discusses why our souls make choices for tragedies in the first place—a question many people have contemplated regarding suffering. We even talk about spirit guides, the environment in which spirit guides exist, and how they fulfill our requests when they get mixed messages from us. This interview is so jam-packed with fascinating information that you won’t want to miss it. I’d love to hear your thoughts after watching it, so please let me know in the comment section.” ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Natalie Sudman talks about the HEALING ENVIRONMENT during her near-death experience in this third and final interview of the series.  ................................................................... TO GET AN INTUITIVE READING with Natalie, contact her through her personal website: http://www.NatalieSudman.com NATALIE'S SUDMAN'S BOOK - Application Of Impossible Things: A Near-Death Experience In Iraq CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE. This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near-Death Experience when she went out of the body to the spirit world. There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened and during the time in the hospital, more details returned. This is the amazing story of a survival in wartime conditions. This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spirit side of the experience? NATALIE SUDMAN'S BIOGRAPHY: Natalie worked as an archeologist in the Great Basin states for sixteen years before accepting a position managing construction contracts in Iraq. After being injured by a roadside bomb (improvised explosive device--IED), Natalie has since retired from government service. She is now enjoying art, writing, and continuing explorations into the non-physical. Natalie has been a subject of studies performed by the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies, and welcomes invitations to act as a lab rat for any scientific investigation. Describing herself as an open-minded skeptic, Natalie finds that the rigorous methodology of science appeals to her critical mind, while her artistic nature enjoys the expansive freedom of leaving behind the critical mind in frequent forays into the non-physical. She maintains that an irreverent sense of humor and a willingness to look foolish are the cornerstones of constructive exploration. Raised in Minnesota, Natlie Sudman has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. She recently moved to southern Arizona. Her artwork is available through Davis & Cline Galleries in Ashland, Oregon. WEBSITE: Natalie Sudman's personal website with contact info to GET A READING: http://www.NatalieSudman.com

NATALIE SUDMAN (Episode 2 of 3 with Natalie): “In this early Afterlife TV interview, one of my favorite guests, Natalie Sudman, discusses her NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE and what it unveils about what we are doing right now as spiritual beings and how important each one of us is in this human-spiritual journey. Only 25 percent of Afterlife TV fans got to watch this interview, and it’s so powerful that it deserves a second viewing even if you’re one of the few who did see it. This is my second episode with Natalie talking about her near-death experience. In this captivating interview, Natalie reveals MORE of what happened in the first stage called the BLINK ENVIRONMENT and now reveals the second stage of her NDE, which she calls the REST ENVIRONMENT. "Natalie talks about the relationship between spirit and soul, her experience having a LIFE REVIEW, the connection between all living things, how COINCIDENCES are really serendipity, the relationship between the CHOICES we make and those we don’t make, the power of our BELIEFS over our intentions, and a profound final message about THE GIFT OF BEING HUMAN. If you were fascinated by this 'Defense Of Freedom Medal' recipient in her first interview, you’ll want to watch or listen to this mind-blowing video conversation that covers numerous consciousness-expanding insights.” ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Natalie Sudman talks about her Life Review during her near death experience due to a roadside bomb in Iraq in this second Afterlife TV interview.  ................................................................... NATALIE'S SUDMAN'S BOOK - Application Of Impossible Things: A Near Death Experience In Iraq (Amazon) CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE. This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near Death Experience when she went out of the body to the spirit world. There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened and during the time in the hospital, more details returned. This is the amazing story of a survival in wartime conditions. This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spirit side of the experience? Natalie Sudman worked as an archeologist in the Great Basin states for sixteen years before accepting a position managing construction contracts in Iraq. After being injured by a roadside bomb (improvised explosive device--IED), Natalie has since retired from government service. She is now enjoying art, writing, and continuing explorations into the non-physical. Natalie has been a subject of studies performed by the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies, and welcomes invitations to act as a lab rat for any scientific investigation. Describing herself as an open-minded skeptic, Natalie finds that the rigorous methodology of science appeals to her critical mind, while her artistic nature enjoys the expansive freedom of leaving behind the critical mind in frequent forays into the non-physical. She maintains that an irreverent sense of humor and a willingness to look foolish are the cornerstones of constructive exploration. Raised in Minnesota, Natlie Sudman has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. She recently moved to southern Arizona. Her artwork is available through Davis & Cline Galleries in Ashland, Oregon, and her hand-made urns are available at Inyan Trace Art Studio. TO GET AN INTUITIVE READING WITH NATALIE: Visit Natalie Sudman's personal website: http://www.NatalieSudman.com TO WATCH AFTERLIFE TV’S FIRST INTERVIEW WITH NATALIE: http://www.afterlifetv.com/?p=2328

NATALIE SUDMAN (Episode 1 of 3 with Natalie): "This is one of my favorite near-death experiences ever! This early Afterlife TV interview unveils mind-blowing events and insights that will truly rock your world. An archaeologist who accepted a position managing construction contracts in Iraq, Natalie Sudman tells the story of her encounter with a roadside bomb (IED) and what happened when she left her body and had a near death experience. "In the blink of an eye, Natalie found herself in another dimension, what she calls the Blink Environment. Surrounded by thousands of other-wordly beings, she instantly began downloading minutely detailed information to them about events, thoughts, concepts, judgments, projections and connections regarding her physical life so far. Thus begins this fascinating story of spiritual insight and experience that will have you mesmerized by this Defense Of Freedom Medal recipient. This is a video you don't want to miss." ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Natalie Sudman shares her near death experience after nearly being killed by a roadside bomb in Iraq.  ................................................................... NATALIE'S SUDMAN'S BOOK - Application Of Impossible Things: A Near Death Experience In Iraq (Amazon affiliate) CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE. This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near Death Experience when she went out of the body to the spirit world. There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened and during the time in the hospital, more details returned. This is the amazing story of a survival in wartime conditions. This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spirit side of the experience? NATALIE SUDMAN'S BIOGRAPHY: Natalie worked as an archeologist in the Great Basin states for sixteen years before accepting a position managing construction contracts in Iraq. After being injured by a roadside bomb (improvised explosive device--IED), Natalie has since retired from government service. She is now enjoying art, writing, and continuing explorations into the non-physical. Natalie has been a subject of studies performed by the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies, and welcomes invitations to act as a lab rat for any scientific investigation. Describing herself as an open-minded skeptic, Natalie finds that the rigorous methodology of science appeals to her critical mind, while her artistic nature enjoys the expansive freedom of leaving behind the critical mind in frequent forays into the non-physical. She maintains that an irreverent sense of humor and a willingness to look foolish are the cornerstones of constructive exploration. Raised in Minnesota, Natlie Sudman has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. She recently moved to southern Arizona. Her artwork is available through Davis & Cline Galleries in Ashland, Oregon. WEBSITE: Natalie Sudman's personal website with contact info to get a reading: http://www.NatalieSudman.com WAIT! THERE'S MORE... The above video is the 1st of 3 interviews with Natalie Sudman about her near-death experience. To watch the others, see below. TO WATCH AFTERLIFE TV'S SECOND INTERVIEW WITH NATALIE (SEASON ONE): http://www.afterlifetv.com/?p=943 TO WATCH AFTERLIFE TV'S THIRD INTERVIEW WITH NATALIE (SEASON THREE): http://www.afterlifetv.com/?p=1443

BOB OLSON & NATALIE SUDMAN: “Hey Afterlife TV is back! Yay! And I’m beginning with something different. This episode is not an interview but rather an honest-to-goodness conversation between two afterlife authors & friends. And I chose to do it this way because this episode comes out during the holiday season, a time of the year when we’re feeling the void of our loved ones in spirit. So I invited Natalie Sudman to join me in this discussion about the why & how we can recognize that our deceased loved ones are with us at ANY family or friend gathering. We talk about inviting them to the party, recognizing the signs they send us, teaching them what signs we will notice, and even how our remembering them affects them in spirit. I think you’ll enjoy this holiday special that is delivered with joy, a little humor, some channeling, and a lot of love."" ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV ................................................................... SHOW NOTES: ~ To see Paul Selig interview: http://www.afterlifetv.com/?p=1783 ~ Here's an old article I wrote about Spirit Writing (how to): http://www.bestpsychicmediums.com/spirit-writing-ungifted ~ Natalie Sudman's Monroe Institute "Event Horizon" program: http://traceofelements.com/tag/the-monroe-institute/ NATALIE'S SUDMAN'S BOOK - Application Of Impossible Things: A Near Death Experience In Iraq (Amazon affiliate) CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE. This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near Death Experience when she went out of the body to the spirit world. There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened and during the time in the hospital, more details returned. This is the amazing story of a survival in wartime conditions. This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spirit side of the experience? NATALIE SUDMAN'S BIOGRAPHY: Natalie worked as an archeologist in the Great Basin states for sixteen years before accepting a position managing construction contracts in Iraq. After being injured by a roadside bomb (improvised explosive device--IED), Natalie has since retired from government service. She is now enjoying art, writing, and continuing explorations into the non-physical. Natalie has been a subject of studies performed by the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies, and welcomes invitations to act as a lab rat for any scientific investigation. Describing herself as an open-minded skeptic, Natalie finds that the rigorous methodology of science appeals to her critical mind, while her artistic nature enjoys the expansive freedom of leaving behind the critical mind in frequent forays into the non-physical. She maintains that an irreverent sense of humor and a willingness to look foolish are the cornerstones of constructive exploration. Raised in Minnesota, Natlie Sudman has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. She recently moved to southern Arizona. Her artwork is available through Davis & Cline Galleries in Ashland, Oregon. WEBSITE: Natalie Sudman's personal website with contact info to get a reading: http://www.NatalieSudman.com Afterlife TV's 1st Interview with Natalie Sudman: THE BLINK ENVIRONMENT In case you missed it, this is Natalie Sudman's first interview where Natalie tells the story of her encounter with a roadside bomb (IED) and what happened when she left her body and had a near death experience. In the blink of an eye, Natalie found herself in another dimension, what she calls the BLINK ENVIRONMENT. Surrounded by thousands of other-wordly beings,

NATALIE SUDMAN: "Natalie Sudman discusses a ENTIRELY NEW ASPECT of her near death experience after her truck was hit by a roadside bomb in Iraq. This all-new interview can be viewed without watching Natalie's previous interviews, but watch all 3 for the full experience. "In this video, Natalie reveals what happened to her in the HEALING ENVIRONMENT. She talks about the different forms (shapes/appearances) she took in all 3 environments, how her soul (whole self) chose the injuries she would have when re-entering her physical body--and why she chose those injuries, what the Healing Environment was like and what it teaches us about our soul's detachment and sense of humor, and why our souls make choices for tragedies in the first place. We even talk about spirit guides, the environment in which they exist, and how they fulfill our requests when they get mixed messages from us. This interview is so jam-packed with fascinating information that you won't want to miss it. I'd love to hear your thoughts after watching it." ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Natalie Sudman talks about the HEALING ENVIRONMENT during her near death experience in this third and final interview of the series.  ................................................................... NATALIE'S SUDMAN'S BOOK - Application Of Impossible Things: A Near Death Experience In Iraq (Amazon affiliate) CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE. This is an amazing true story of a female civilian employee of the Army Corps of Engineers in Basrah and Nasiriyah, Iraq. She was riding in a truck when a roadside bomb destroyed the vehicle. Her body was so severely damaged that there was no possible way she could live. She vividly recounts her Near Death Experience when she went out of the body to the spirit world. There it was decided that her work on Earth was not done and with the help of spirit guides, they repaired the body so she could reenter it. She retained the conscious memory of what happened and during the time in the hospital, more details returned. This is the amazing story of a survival in wartime conditions. This has happened to many others in Iraq, but how many remember the spirit side of the experience? NATALIE SUDMAN'S BIOGRAPHY: Natalie worked as an archeologist in the Great Basin states for sixteen years before accepting a position managing construction contracts in Iraq. After being injured by a roadside bomb (improvised explosive device--IED), Natalie has since retired from government service. She is now enjoying art, writing, and continuing explorations into the non-physical. Natalie has been a subject of studies performed by the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies, and welcomes invitations to act as a lab rat for any scientific investigation. Describing herself as an open-minded skeptic, Natalie finds that the rigorous methodology of science appeals to her critical mind, while her artistic nature enjoys the expansive freedom of leaving behind the critical mind in frequent forays into the non-physical. She maintains that an irreverent sense of humor and a willingness to look foolish are the cornerstones of constructive exploration. Raised in Minnesota, Natlie Sudman has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. She recently moved to southern Arizona. Her artwork is available through Davis & Cline Galleries in Ashland, Oregon. WEBSITE: Natalie Sudman's personal website with contact info to get a reading: http://www.NatalieSudman.com Afterlife TV's 1st Interview with Natalie Sudman: THE BLINK ENVIRONMENT In case you missed it, this is Natalie Sudman's first interview where Natalie tells the story of her encounter with a roadside bomb (IED) and what happened when she left her body and had a near death experience. In the blink of an eye, Natalie found herself in another dimension, what she calls the BLINK ENVIRONMENT. Surrounded by thousands of other-wordly beings, she instantly began downloading minutely detailed in...

Chapter Six, Part 3 of 3. Just outside Nasiriyah in southern Iraq, Chet Brown's battalion encounters a group of trucks in the dead of night, in an incident that will change Chet forever. Later, Chet Brown says a final farewell to his long-dead father.

This episode will only cover the period between March 2003 and May 1 2003. Reasons for Invading Iraq:Iraq's possession of WMDsSaddam's link to Al QaedaIraq's failure to respect no-fly zonesTyrannical part of the Axis of Evil The United States Congress supported military action against Iraq, but the UN did not approve of it. The US launched Operation Cobra II with the coalition of the willing (consisting of 49 countries) and many military contractors.  The main invasion was in the South, where there were three fronts: Western Front: US's 3rd Infantry Division goes through Najaf and Karbala towards BaghdadCentral Front: US's 1st Marine Expeditionary Force goes through Nasiriyah towards BaghdadEastern Front: UK's 1st Armored Division goes through Basra towards Baghdad A secondary invasion in the North was led by the 10th Special Forces Group and the Kurdish Peshmerga.  This force pushed through Mosul and Kirkuk towards Baghdad. The actual invasion of Baghdad took place early in April, when Colonel Perkins invented the concept of Thunder Runs--rapid mechanized thrusts into the city to inspire shock and awe.  Two thunder runs were sent into Baghdad and eventually the city (minus Saddam Hussein) was taken. On May 1st, 2003, President Bush declared Mission Accomplished (excerpt in episode). Sources: http://media.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/world/daily/graphics/iraqMap_040103_2.gif http://www.military.com/NewContent/0,13190,011805_Thunder_Run,00.html Foreign Affairs (May/June 2006): Saddam’s Delusions http://geocities.com/saberoca/ http://icasualties.org/oif/ http://www.cbc.ca/news/background/iraq/casualties.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uh4U-Tbqbx4 http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/invasion/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soohikNdbWs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdlEcFfYZ2k http://www.mongabay.com/igapo/Iraq.htm http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFijzDyJnVE Military History Podcast is sponsored by Armchair General Magazine