Podcasts about national security affairs

For over two decades Turkey's President Erdogan has endured a number of challenges to his power - from court corruption investigations and close elections to a failed coup in 2016 - and has emerged more powerful. The decision to arrest Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and Turkey's assertive presence in Syria are Erdogan's latest gambles. Ryan Gingeras, a professor in the Department of National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School and an expert on Turkish, Balkan, and Middle East history, joins Thanos Davelis as we break down whether this could be Erdogan's last great gamble. The views expressed in this interview do not reflect the views of the US government.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Erdogan's last great gambleGerapetritis highlights importance of maritime spatial planGreece finalizes marine spatial planning, releases official mapFrontex: Illegal crossings into Europe down one third in a year

Join Mr. Bilal Bilici, a member of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster as they discuss Türkiye's evolving role on the global stage, its central role in the volatile Black Sea and Middle East regions, and its future in NATO. In light of the recent arrest of Istanbul mayor and presidential candidate Ekrem İmamoğlu in March 2025, Mr. Bilici reflects on the state of Turkish politics today, the country's prospects for democracy, US-Türkiye relations and the most pressing issues both countries should align on, his take on Syria following the collapse of Assad, and the future of the tumultuous Turkish-Israeli relationship. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Bilal Bilici is a member of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye representing the province of Adana and a former member of the Foreign Policy Committee. Mr. Bilici began his political career in the Good Party, serving as an advisor to the Party Chair. He was the Good Party's representative to the United States before transitioning to the main opposition, the Republican People's Party (CHP), in 2024. In addition to his political career, Bilici has been influential in Turkish business. He has held leadership roles in the Foreign Economic Relations Board of Türkiye, including as Vice President of the Türkiye-Central American and Caribbean Business Council, and has served as Honorary Consul of Guatemala in Istanbul. Mr. Bilici earned an undergraduate degree in economics from Boston University and a master's degree in global affairs from Bahçeşehir University. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

Globally acclaimed energy intuitive, channeler, author, and musician, Lee Harris joins Suzanne in this latest episode of The Awakened Way podcast. Lee opens up about his new book The Future Human, a series of profound conversations between Lee's guides, the Z's, and award-winning journalist Regina Meredith. His grounded, practical teachings focus on the expansion of your intuition and awareness, to help you live a more heart-centered life! Learn more about Lee at https://www.leeharrisenergy.com. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life - https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book For future Q&A sessions, please submit your questions via the contact form on Suzanne's website: SuzanneGiesemann.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join General Sir Nick Carter, the United Kingdom's former Chief of the Defence Staff, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster, as they discuss the future of warfare through the lens of conflicts in Israel, Ukraine, and Africa. Drawing on his extensive military career - serving in Western Germany, Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Kosovo, Afghanistan and Iraq, General Carter provides his thoughts on the Trump administration's approach to the conflict in Ukraine, Putin's ambitions in Europe, and Russia and China's revanchist power in Africa. He discusses how conflicts in Africa, the Middle East and Europe are connected to the looming crisis in the Indo-Pacific associated with China's revanchist agenda, as well as the US-UK relationship and whether he is optimistic for the future prospects of the Free World. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS General Sir Nick Carter served as the United Kingdom's Chief of the Defence Staff from 2018 to 2021, where he led the British Armed Forces as the most senior uniformed military advisor to the British Prime Minister. General Carter previously served in Western Germany during the end of the Cold War, Northern Ireland during The Troubles, and in Bosnia and Kosovo during NATO peacekeeping operations. He served multiple tours in Afghanistan, including command of regional command south in Kandahar.  He also commanded British forces in Basra, Iraq. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

Dr. James S. Robbins is a national security columnist for USA Today, Senior Fellow in National Security Affairs at the American Foreign Policy Council and a former special assistant in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Organized, violent attacks on Tesla for political reasons fit the legal definition of domestic terrorism under US Code & Leaking of Trump Admin war plans to Atlantic reporter, what that means for national security and the varying opinions discussed. Having dialogue is a good thing, perhaps seeing under the hood not so much.

In 1991–93, Mark Brzezinski was a Fulbright Scholar in newly post-communist Poland. Thirty years later he returned as the U.S. ambassador to Poland, a country embedded in the EU and NATO, and an ally deeply involved in providing support for Ukraine following Russia's invasion of that country. Join us for an in-depth conversation with Brzezinski about Poland, Vladimir Putin, Ukraine, Germany, the European Union and more. Mark Brzezinski has worked in the private sector and in government positions. He previously was U.S. ambassador to Sweden, served on President Clinton's National Security Council staff, worked in the law and capital management industries. He will be in conversation with Abraham Sofaer, the George P. Shultz Fellow in Foreign Policy and National Security Affairs, Emeritus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Colombia's former Minister of Defense and two-time Ambassador of Colombia to the United States, Juan Carlos Pinzón, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster, as they discuss Colombia's evolving security landscape, its relationship with the United States, Venezuela's central role in the issues facing the region, and international politics in the Western Hemisphere. Reflecting on the 2022 election of President Gustavo Petro, Pinzón provides an insight into the consequences of Colombia's political shift to a far-left government, including increased lawlessness, territorial control and weakened security, how public sentiment is shifting ahead of the country's 2026 presidential election, his views on Colombia as the key strategic player in guaranteeing the stability of Latin America, and how Colombia can build a path towards a better future. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Juan Carlos Pinzón is the former Minister of Defense of Colombia and a two-time Ambassador of Colombia to the United States. Pinzón served as Minister of Defense from 2011 to 2015. He was first appointed Ambassador to the United States in 2015 and later returned to Washington for a second term in 2021. Between his diplomatic posts, he served as President of ProBogotá, a private nonprofit dedicated to support economic progress in Bogotá. Pinzón has also held senior government roles, including Chief of Staff to the President of Colombia and Deputy Minister of Defense, and served as a senior adviser to the Executive Director at the World Bank. He holds a bachelor's and master's degree in economics from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, a master's in public policy from Princeton University, and an honorary degree in defense and national security from the Colombian National War College. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018. ​

This panel discussion on the legacy of George Shultz, former US secretary of state and Hoover Institution senior fellow, features the Hoover Institution's director, Condoleezza Rice; Israeli politician and human rights activist Natan Sharansky; and Abraham Sofaer, the former legal advisor to the State Department under George Shultz and the George P. Shultz Senior Fellow in Foreign Policy and National Security Affairs at the Hoover Institution. Together, they reflect on Shultz's contributions to US foreign policy, human rights, and the end of the Cold War. The discussion explores Shultz's deep commitment to human rights, particularly in supporting Soviet refuseniks and advancing the cause of freedom in the USSR. The panelists recount how Shultz worked alongside President Ronald Reagan to integrate human rights into diplomatic negotiations, leverage the Helsinki Accords, and challenge the Soviet Union's authoritarian system. Sharansky, a former Soviet dissident imprisoned for 12 years for his activism, shares personal experiences of Shultz's support for Soviet Jews and recounts the political maneuvering that contributed to his own release. Rice and Sofaer discuss Shultz's diplomatic philosophy, his strategic role in Reagan's administration, and his ability to bridge the gap between hardline anti-communism and pragmatic diplomacy. The conversation also touches on the role of ideas in shaping policy and whether current generations fully grasp the stakes of international conflict in the way Cold War leaders like Shultz and Reagan did. The panelists debate modern revisionist views on the end of the Cold War with a strong defense of Reagan and Shultz's deliberate strategy to weaken the Soviet Union. Ultimately, the discussion serves as both a tribute to the life and times of George Shultz and a reflection on leadership, diplomacy, and the enduring battle of ideas in world affairs. Recorded on February 12, 2025.

Join spiritual teacher and evidential medium Suzanne Giesemann as she and her guides answer questions submitted from the audience. Moderated by her assistant, Christy, they explore topics such as connecting with higher consciousness, lucid dreaming, connecting with our pets across the veil, expanding our awareness from the heart, and much, MUCH more. Find comfort, hope, and love as Suzanne connects with spirit and receives guidance from the higher realms. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life - https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book For future Q&A sessions, please submit your questions via the contact form on Suzanne's website: SuzanneGiesemann.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: 1) Mediumship: Sacred Communications with Loved Ones from Across the Veil 2) How to use mediumship to shift from heavy grief to peace of mind 3) A spirit apologizing for specific incidents and behaviors 4) Unexpected or symbolic messages she faced from loved ones across the veil Join me for the largest Channel Panel event in Sedona this January 2025, a weekend of workshops with renowned channelers like Darryl Anka, Wendy Kennedy, Jayme Price, Rob Gauthier, and Lyssa Royal Holt. I'm presenting. Start your new year off in the best way - secure your spot now at: ⁠https://debbidachinger.com/sedona ⁠ L.A. Conscious Life Expo Feb 7th-10th 2025. Tickets: ⁠https://debbidachinger.com/cle⁠ My guest, Suzanne Giesemann is an author and teacher of awakened living. She has been included on Watkins' list of “100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People.” A former U.S. Navy Commander and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, today she shares “21st Century Spirituality”, merging the latest scientific understanding about Consciousness with ancient spiritual wisdom. Her work provides stunning evidence of our essential interconnectedness. She teaches proven methods that anyone can use to connect with the many levels of our multidimensional reality. Suzanne has authored 15 books, 6 best-selling Hemi-Sync recordings, and YouTube videos reaching millions of viewers. She produces the Daily Way inspirational messages, the Awakened Way app, and hosts the top-ranking Messages of Hope podcast. She leads classes, workshops, retreats, and Awakened Way cruises, and serves as faculty with The Shift Network and Humanity's Team. Suzanne is known for her joyful, down-to-earth style of making deep spiritual concepts easy to understand. She laces her teaching with evidence-filled stories of the greater reality and practical tools that produce the personal experience of our multidimensional nature. Her connection with those across the veil has been scientifically validated in laboratory settings. Her messages bring hope and healing that go straight to the heart. For more about Suzanne and her work, please visit: ⁠https://suzannegiesemann.com/⁠ Want to know what your galactic ancestry is? Unlock your cosmic potential with a FREE Starseed Video and Report!

Highlights: 1) Mediumship: Sacred Communications with Loved Ones from Across the Veil 2) How to use mediumship to shift from heavy grief to peace of mind 3) A spirit apologizing for specific incidents and behaviors 4) Unexpected or symbolic messages she faced from loved ones across the veil Join me for the largest Channel Panel event in Sedona this January 2025, a weekend of workshops with renowned channelers like Darryl Anka, Wendy Kennedy, Jayme Price, Rob Gauthier, and Lyssa Royal Holt. I'm presenting. Start your new year off in the best way - secure your spot now at: https://debbidachinger.com/sedona L.A. Conscious Life Expo Feb 7th-10th 2025. Tickets: https://debbidachinger.com/cle My guest, Suzanne Giesemann is an author and teacher of awakened living. She has been included on Watkins' list of “100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People.” A former U.S. Navy Commander and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, today she shares “21st Century Spirituality”, merging the latest scientific understanding about Consciousness with ancient spiritual wisdom. Her work provides stunning evidence of our essential interconnectedness. She teaches proven methods that anyone can use to connect with the many levels of our multidimensional reality. Suzanne has authored 15 books, 6 best-selling Hemi-Sync recordings, and YouTube videos reaching millions of viewers. She produces the Daily Way inspirational messages, the Awakened Way app, and hosts the top-ranking Messages of Hope podcast. She leads classes, workshops, retreats, and Awakened Way cruises, and serves as faculty with The Shift Network and Humanity's Team. Suzanne is known for her joyful, down-to-earth style of making deep spiritual concepts easy to understand. She laces her teaching with evidence-filled stories of the greater reality and practical tools that produce the personal experience of our multidimensional nature. Her connection with those across the veil has been scientifically validated in laboratory settings. Her messages bring hope and healing that go straight to the heart. For more about Suzanne and her work, please visit: https://suzannegiesemann.com/ Want to know what your galactic ancestry is? Unlock your cosmic potential with a FREE Starseed Video and Report!

Join Secretary of National Defense of the Philippines, Gilberto Teodoro, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster, as they discuss the history of US-Philippine relations, defense cooperation, and security in Southeast Asia. In light of the new US administration, Teodoro reflects on America's long alliance with the Philippines and his expectations for the relationship over the coming years, how the Philippine government has evolved over the last several administrations in countering Chinese coercion, and the connection between Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the impact of the war in the Middle East on the security of the Philippines.  ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Gilberto Teodoro is Secretary of National Defense of the Philippines. Teodoro has served as Secretary since 2023, after holding the position from 2007 to 2009. Teodoro was previously Congressman of the First District of Tarlac for three consecutive terms, starting in 1998. While in Congress, he authored 106 bills, served as Assistant Majority Leader, and was head of the Nationalist People's Coalition House members. Teodoro holds a bachelor's degree from De La Salle University, studied law at the University of the Philippines, and earned his Master of Laws at Harvard. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

Enjoy this special interview with Suzanne Giesemann, courtesy of Alec Zeck, host of The Way Forward podcast. Suzanne opens up about her transformative experiences after the tragic loss of her stepdaughter, which awakened her spiritual path. She discusses the nature of life, death, and existence, providing a deeper understanding of the afterlife and the soul's journey. Alec and a guest commented afterwards how in one conversation, "everything suddenly made sense.” Check out Alec's work at https://thewayfwrd.com Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book/ For future Q&A sessions, please submit your questions via the contact form on Suzanne's website: SuzanneGiesemann.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Lithuania's former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gabrielius Landsbergis immediately following his departure from government, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster, as they discuss the outcome of the 2024 Lithuanian parliamentary election and the opportunities and challenges facing the new coalition governing the country. Amid growing geopolitical tensions, Landsbergis reflects on Russia's sustained campaign against Europe and the Free World, the global threat from China, North Korea and Iran, the importance of sustained support for Ukraine and whether Ukraine can prevail, Lithuania's role in countering authoritarianism in Eastern Europe, and the future of U.S.-Lithuanian relations. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Gabrielius Landsbergis most recently served as Lithuania's Minister of Foreign Affairs. Minister Landsbergis was elected Chairman of the Homeland Union-Lithuanian Christian Democrats in 2015, a role he served in until October of 2024. In 2020, Landsbergis became the Minister of Foreign Affairs under the leadership of Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė (see Battlegrounds Episode #42). Landsbergis previously held roles at the Lithuanian Embassies in Belgium and Luxembourg, as well as at the Office of the Government. Landsbergis has been a member of the Seimas (Parliament) of Lithuania since 2016 and is actively involved in the European Council on Foreign Relations. He holds a Master's degree in International Relations and Diplomacy and a Bachelor's degree in History from Vilnius University. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

In this episode, Suzanne Giesemann shared her transformative journey from a high-ranking Navy officer to a spiritual teacher and medium. After experiencing the trauma of 9/11 and the loss of her stepdaughter, Suzanne turned to spirituality. She discussed how these experiences led her to connect with the spirit world, her methods of teaching mediumship, and how she helps others connect with their loved ones across the veil. Suzanne also explored the concepts of soul planning, the role of spirit guides, and offers practical guidance for discovering one's higher self. Join Suzanne as she discusses the soul's purpose, the importance of living from a place of love, and her teachings from her book, "The Awakened Way." About Suzanne: Suzanne Giesemann is a spiritual teacher dedicated to sharing The Awakened Way® of living. She has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  She now guides people to enjoy a consciously connected and divinely guided life. She has authored 13 books, 6 best-selling Hemi-Sync recordings, and YouTube videos reaching millions of viewers. She produces the Daily Way inspirational messages, the Awakened Way app, and hosts the top-ranking Messages of Hope podcast. She leads classes, workshops, and retreats, and serves as faculty with The Shift Network and Humanity's Team. She is a member of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle, a group of thought leaders from diverse disciplines who help support a global shift in consciousness.  Suzanne is known for her joyful, down-to-earth style of making deep spiritual concepts easy to understand. She laces her teaching with evidence-filled stories of the greater reality and practical tools that produce the personal experience of our multidimensional nature. Her messages bring hope and healing that go straight to the heart. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - The SHOCKING TRUTH About Your Soul's Journey & Why You're Here Right Now! (00:45) - Introduction to the Podcast and Guest (01:28) - Suzanne's Spiritual Journey and Career Transition (05:30) - The Turning Point: 9/11 and Personal Loss (07:28) - Connecting with the Spirit World (14:27) - Teaching Mediumship and Spiritual Lessons (21:58) - The Three E's of Living the Awakened Way (23:04) - Understanding and Connecting with Guides (30:04) - Channeling and Higher Consciousness (40:38) - Living a Heart-Centered Life (46:12) - The Journey of the Soul and Final Thoughts How to Contact Suzanne Giesemann:suzannegiesemann.com   About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co''

Join award-winning director, producer and screenwriter, Djo Munga, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster as they discuss Munga's films depicting life in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Central African regional challenges, and opportunities for unleashing the potential of this resource rich country in service of its long-suffering population. Having received widespread acclaim for his work, Munga reflects on how the arts, including film, drama and literature can help us understand complex challenges facing the world from a political, economic and social perspective, how he uses film to understand the root causes of conflict in the DRC, why resilience is so important to the Congo, and what he hopes to portray through his future projects. ​ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Djo Tunda Wa Munga is an award-winning director, producer, and screenwriter. Munga was born in the DRC's capital, Kinshasa. He pursued fine arts while attending boarding school in Belgium, and a cinema workshop inspired him to attend the National Film School of Belgium, INSAS. Munga then returned to the Congo and established the first film and television production company in the DRC, Suka! Productions, as well as its first film and television school. His debut film VIVA RIVA! received widespread acclaim. Munga has produced documentary and historical films for the World Bank, BBC, and numerous international development agencies. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

With the incoming Trump administration preparing to take office in over a month, countries like Greece and Turkey are trying to work out what this will mean for the region and their ties to Washington. Ryan Gingeras, a professor in the Department of National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School and an expert on Turkish, Balkan, and Middle East history, joins Thanos Davelis to look at the different reactions from Greece and Turkey to Donald Trump's election, break down what we can expect to see when it comes to US relations with both countries, and what this could mean for the Aegean. The views expressed in this interview do not reflect the views of the US government. You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Turkey, Greece, and TrumpWhat just happened in Syria?With Assad Gone, a Brutal Dictatorship Ends. But the New Risks Are Huge.Greece hails downfall of Assad regime, calls for democratic transition, refugees' return homeWith Syria in Flux, Turkish Forces Attack U.S.-Backed Forces

EVEN MORE about this episode!Join us for a captivating conversation with Suzanne Giesemann, a Navy commander turned spiritual leader, who shares her extraordinary journey from military service to becoming one of the most spiritually influential people alive. Suzanne and Julie Ryan, a psychic and medical intuitive, explore how blending traditional roles with spiritual exploration can uncover life's purpose and spark personal transformation.Dive into heartfelt stories of after-death communication, where spirits connect through signs and personal experiences, offering comfort and ongoing bonds. Suzanne and Julie reveal how mediumship and spiritual awareness can bring healing and deepen our connection to loved ones in the spirit world, urging us to trust our hearts over logic for profound closeness.Experience the wonder of a divinely guided life as Suzanne shares incredible accounts of spiritual guidance from figures like Albert Einstein, helping with real-world challenges and breakthroughs. Meet Sanaya, a collective of spirit guides who expand our understanding of the unseen support around us. Together, Julie and Suzanne reflect on the intricate web of consciousness, the roles of angels and spirit guides, and the creative purpose of incarnation. This episode is an inspiring journey into the timeless interconnectedness of our spiritual paths and the unseen forces shaping our lives.Guest Biography:Suzanne Giesemann is a renowned spiritual teacher, listed among Watkins' 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People alongside figures like Pope Francis and the Dalai Lama. A former Navy Commander with a master's in National Security Affairs, she transitioned from military service to guiding individuals toward consciously connected and divinely inspired lives. Recently honored with the 2024 Humanity's Team Spiritual Leadership Award, Suzanne joins an elite group of past recipients like Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela.She is the author of 15 books, creator of best-selling Hemi-Sync recordings, and host of the popular Messages of Hope podcast. Suzanne also produces The Daily Way messages and the Awakened Way app, reaching millions with her teachings. As a faculty member with The Shift Network and Humanity's Team, and part of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle, she contributes to a global shift in consciousness through workshops, retreats, and classes.Known for her joyful and approachable style, Suzanne shares evidence-based stories and practical tools that simplify deep spiritual concepts. Her work inspires hope, healing, and a personal connection to our multidimensional nature, bringing profound insights straight to the heart.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Spiritual Transformation and Life's Purpose(0:14:34) - Connecting With Loved Ones in Spirit(0:26:39) - Living a Divinely Guided Life(0:39:51) - Messages From Loved Ones in SpiritPlease join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener's actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Enjoy this episode? Please share it with at least ONE friend who you think needs to hear it!  In this episode, Suzanne Giesemann shares her journey from a high-ranking Navy Commander to a renowned spiritual teacher and medium. Suzanne opens up about her transformative experiences after the tragic loss of her stepdaughter, which awakened her spiritual path. She discusses the nature of life, death, and existence, providing a deeper understanding of the afterlife and the soul's journey.  Key Topics Covered:  Suzanne's spiritual remembering and the pivotal moments that set her on the path of mediumship.  The distinction between energetic imprints and direct conversations with spirit.  Eye-opening examples of compelling interactions and validations through mediumship.  The interactions a soul has upon returning to the afterlife and the experiences that unfold.  Why some souls choose to incarnate into trauma or adversity and how these experiences lead to growth.  The process of remembering your true self and how the soul holds an inner awareness of its divine nature.  About Suzanne Giesemann:   Suzanne Giesemann is a spiritual teacher, author, and renowned medium known for her ability to make deep spiritual concepts accessible and relatable. A former Navy Commander with a background in National Security Affairs, Suzanne transitioned from her military career to guiding others in living a consciously connected and spiritually enriched life. She has authored 15 books, amassed millions of views on YouTube, and leads workshops, retreats, and classes designed to help others explore their multidimensional nature.  Explore More from Suzanne:   Caribbean Connection Cruise (March 29 – April 6, 2025): Learn More Monthly Connection Webinar (December 8, 2024): Join Here The Awakened Way App (Free): Download Now Suzanne's Website:   Visit Here  The Way Forward podcast is sponsored by:   NEW BIOLOGY CLINIC: Experience individually tailored terrain-based health services with virtual consults, practitioner livestreams, movement classes, and more. The New Biology Clinic's motivation is to make you healthy and keep you that way. Visit https://NewBiologyClinic.com and enter code TheWayForward for $50 off your activation fee. Members of The Way Forward get the full activation fee waived.  —————————   Visit our online marketplace for discounts on a variety of the best holistic health brands and products: https://thewayfwrd.com/store  For all of our links, and to watch or listen to The Way Forward on other platforms, visit: https://www.flowcode.com/page/thewayforward   Join The Way Forward to connect with like minded men and women near you, businesses near you, and more! The best part? You pay whatever you want!: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up  Are you a natural health practitioner? Join our private, natural-health practitioner database here: https://thewayfwrd.com/directory-form  —————————   *This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from The Way Forward, LLC. The purpose of this presentation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is presented in the spirit of service for all.*0:00 - Beyond Death's Door: Mediumship, Life, Death & the Nature of Existence 0:37 - Introduction  1:45 - Commander in Navy to Current Path in Life  7:48 - First Medium Connection Experience 15:12 - Cultivating Mediumship  20:09 - Most Compelling Stories Acting As A Medium  31:07 - Working Off Karmic Debt in Afterlife 40:53 - Evil, Trauma, and Opportunity 49:06 - Merging Fields  58:58 - There Is Only Here  1:10:55 - The Higher Self, Living Across The Viel and Reincarnation  1:23:08 - Impact of Thoughts 1:40:29 - Journey of Remembering  1:49:22 - Feeling Negative Emotions to Completion 1:53:50 - Importance of Connecting with Nature  2:03:07 - Coming Back to Your Heart    

Dr. James S. Robbins is Dean of Academics at the Institute of World Politics. He is a national security columnist for USA Today and Senior Fellow in National Security Affairs at the American Foreign Policy Council. Dr. Robbins is a former special assistant in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and in 2007 was awarded the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Meritorious Civilian Service Award. He is also the former award-winning Senior Editorial Writer for Foreign Affairs at The Washington Times. His work has also appeared in The Wall Street Journal, National Review, and other publications. He appears regularly on national and international television and radio. Dr. Robbins holds a Ph.D. from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and has taught at the National Defense University and Marine Corps University, among other schools. His research interests include terrorism and national security strategy, political theory and military history. Dr. Robbins is the author of five books, including The Real Custer: From Boy General to Tragic Hero, This Time We Win: Revisiting the Tet Offensive, and the critically acclaimed Last in Their Class: Custer, Pickett and the Goats of West Point.

Join Bethany Coates, founder and CEO of BreakLine, an education and employment company helping outstanding veterans, women, people of color, and people with disabilities accelerate into their next careers, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster, as they discuss BreakLine's crucial role in preparing veterans for civilian careers and educating employers on the tremendous value veterans bring to American businesses and civil society. Former Assistant Dean at Stanford Graduate School of Business leading social impact education, Coates reflects on how veterans are often misrepresented in popular culture, the rewards of service, and values such as honor, duty, courage, loyalty and serving others that veterans bring to a workforce. Coates provides insight on what employers should know on hiring and retaining veterans and advice for servicemembers, veterans and military spouses as they approach a transition to civilian employment. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Bethany Coates is the founder and CEO of BreakLine, a social venture that helps outstanding veterans, women, people of color, and people with disabilities accelerate into their next careers. Ms. Coates was previously an Assistant Dean at Stanford Graduate School of Business leading social impact education. She also worked as a consultant at McKinsey & Co. Ms. Coates earned her BA from Princeton and her MBA from Stanford. She has served on the advisory boards of a number of nonprofits and social ventures. In 2018, Ms. Coates was honored to receive the Secretary of Defense Medal for Outstanding Public Service on behalf of the BreakLine team. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

Discover the truth behind the most enigmatic phenomena of our time with "UFOs: Who Knows?" This captivating book delves deep into the world of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and extraterrestrial encounters, compiling a compelling array of quotations and testimonies from highly credible sources. From military generals to astronauts, scientists to celebrities, and even political and religious figures, each voice adds weight to the argument that UFOs and extraterrestrial phenomena deserve serious attention and exploration.In "UFOs: Who Knows?", you'll uncover:   Firsthand Accounts: Experience the awe and intrigue of UFO sightings as described by astronauts like Gordon Cooper and Dr. Edgar Mitchell, who reveal their extraordinary encounters in space.   Expert Testimonies: Delve into the detailed observations of renowned scientists such as Dr. Jacques Vallee, whose rigorous investigations challenge conventional explanations and push the boundaries of scientific inquiry.   Government Perspectives: Gain insight from high-ranking military officials and whistleblowers, including the recent sworn testimony of Major David Grusch, shedding light on decades-long programs and classified information.   Cultural Reflections: Hear from celebrities like David Bowie, John Lennon, and Demi Lovato, who share their personal experiences and beliefs about extraterrestrial life, adding a unique cultural dimension to the discussion.This meticulously curated anthology is more than just a collection of quotes; it is a mosaic of perspectives that together form a larger picture of the UFO phenomenon. Whether you are a skeptic or a believer, "UFOs: Who Knows?" invites you to approach this subject with an open mind and a quest for the truth. Join the conversation, explore the mysteries, and prepare for one of the most significant chapters in the human story. "UFOs: Who Knows?" is not just a book—it's a call to action for readers, researchers, and policymakers to embrace transparency and foster an informed dialogue about the realities of UFOs and extraterrestrial contact. Don't miss your chance to uncover the truth that has long been shrouded in secrecy and skepticism. Get your copy today and join the journey into the unknown!Ryan BioRyan S. Wood grew up in southern California where he first became acquainted with UFOs when his father, Dr. Robert M. Wood, was engaged in deciphering the physics of UFOs while managing a research project on anti-gravity for McDonnell Douglas. This involved the process of trying to change the speed of light in a Michelson Morley interferometer with high magnetic fields. In 1978, he graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science and has had a long career in marketing, sales, engineering, and corporate management, across, semiconductor, computer systems, medical imaging, energy conservation, and aerospace industries.Ryan is regarded as a leading authority on the Top Secret classified Majestic-12 intelligence documents and the 1941 Cape Girardeau, Missouri UFO Crash amongst others. He is the author of MAJIC EYES ONLY: Earth's Encounters with Extraterrestrial Technology, a landmark synthesis of over 100 UFO crash retrievals along with authenticity discussions of many of the majestic documents.A frequent lecturer on the UFO subject, Ryan has taught college courses and made numerous presentations about UFOs to civic organizations and at ufology conferences across the world. He has organized seven worldwide UFO crash retrieval symposia (2003-2009), each with conference proceedings and presentations from UFO crash investigators along with keynote banquet speakers. During this time, he advanced the ufological careers and reputation of scores of now widely known UFO lecturers, TV guests and researchers.In the late 1990's he gave a two-hour UFO lecture to an international class of military officers at the Naval Postgraduate School that formed the basis of the final exam for a National Security Affairs class. He manages the content of website majesticdocuments and along with his father was the executive producer of a television documentary that aired on the Sci-Fi channel detailing the authenticity of the Majestic-12 documents called The Secret. He has been interviewed on numerous television shows such as the History channel, ABC news and numerous local Bay Area, Denver, and Las Vegas TV channels. He has been a radio guest on Art Bell, Jeff Rense, and George Noory several times.https://www.amzn.com/dp/B0DHVYCVCW/ https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast

Former Naval Flight Officer and Naval Physician Dr. Alta DeRoo and Vietnam War infrantryman Dr. Don Elverd from the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation join Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster to discuss substance use disorder, ways to prevent and treat addiction, and its implications for national security. As experts in treating substance use disorders and supporting service members through recovery, Drs. DeRoo and Elverd share insights on the addiction crisis affecting Americans, mental healthcare and addiction treatment for veterans, and how communities can support individuals undergoing substance use disorder treatment. They emphasize a focus on resilience, growth, and emerging stronger from overcoming a substance use disorder. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Dr. Alta DeRoo is medical director of the Betty Ford Center's three California facilities. She served 24 years in the US Navy as a Naval Flight Officer and Naval Physician and was among the first cohort of women to fly in combat. Dr. DeRoo is board-certified in OB-GYN and addiction medicine and is a leading expert on maternal and fetal health implications of substance use disorder treatment. She currently serves on the American Society of Addiction Medicine's board. Dr. Don Elverd served as an Army combat infantryman in the Vietnam War, where he received three purple hearts, a bronze star of valor, and the combat infantry badge. He then earned his doctorate in clinical psychology. Dr. Elverd is an expert on multicultural approaches to healing and speaks on healing and recovery from psychological trauma. Dr. Elverd's clinical focus is supporting active duty and veteran service members. He has worked with the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation for thirty-three years. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

'Beyond: UFOs and the Unknown'Following revelations of a secret government program studying UFOs, many experts have stopped asking whether UFOs are real and have started wondering: "what are they?" The answer could change everything we thought we knew about human consciousness.Paul BioBritish Born Musician turned Film Maker, now living in the USA. Award winning Editor known for Dogtown and Z-Boys, Riding Giants, Sound City: Real to Reel and The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years. Also known for Directing 'Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who' and '1'. He can also be seen around Los Angeles playing with the classic power pop band The AutomaticsRyan WoodUFO's: Who Knows?: Quotations from famous people: Celebrities, Science, Military, Religion, Politics, and GovernmentDiscover the truth behind the most enigmatic phenomena of our time with "UFOs: Who Knows?" This captivating book delves deep into the world of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and extraterrestrial encounters, compiling a compelling array of quotations and testimonies from highly credible sources. From military generals to astronauts, scientists to celebrities, and even political and religious figures, each voice adds weight to the argument that UFOs and extraterrestrial phenomena deserve serious attention and exploration.https://www.amzn.com/dp/B0DHVYCVCW/The AI Ufologist: Answering the Big Questions of UfologyEmbark on an enthralling journey with "The AI Ufologist" by Ryan S. Wood, where the enigmatic world of UFOs/UAPs and extraterrestrial life collides with the frontiers of our modern society, economy, and technology, all under the transformative lens of artificial intelligence (AI). This captivating book dives deep into the most profound questions of ufology: What drives the ET agenda? Why do alien beings venture to Earth? What secrets lie behind their advanced technology? Wood masterfully untangles a complex web woven by major governments, a web of secrecy, deception, and intimidation, to reveal a narrative that is as enlightening as it is gripping.https://www.amzn.co.uk/dp/B0CWZJTWSVRyan BioRyan S. Wood grew up in southern California where he first became acquainted with UFOs when his father, Dr. Robert M. Wood, was engaged in deciphering the physics of UFOs while managing a research project on anti-gravity for McDonnell Douglas. This involved the process of trying to change the speed of light in a Michelson Morley interferometer with high magnetic fields. In 1978, he graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science and has had a long career in marketing, sales, engineering, and corporate management, across, semiconductor, computer systems, medical imaging, energy conservation, and aerospace industries.Ryan is regarded as a leading authority on the Top Secret classified Majestic-12 intelligence documents and the 1941 Cape Girardeau, Missouri UFO Crash amongst others. He is the author of MAJIC EYES ONLY: Earth's Encounters with Extraterrestrial Technology, a landmark synthesis of over 100 UFO crash retrievals along with authenticity discussions of many of the majestic documents.A frequent lecturer on the UFO subject, Ryan has taught college courses and made numerous presentations about UFOs to civic organizations and at ufology conferences across the world. He has organized seven worldwide UFO crash retrieval symposia (2003-2009), each with conference proceedings and presentations from UFO crash investigators along with keynote banquet speakers. During this time, he advanced the ufological careers and reputation of scores of now widely known UFO lecturers, TV guests and researchers.In the late 1990's he gave a two-hour UFO lecture to an international class of military officers at the Naval Postgraduate School that formed the basis of the final exam for a National Security Affairs class. He manages the content of website majesticdocuments and along with his father was the executive producer of a television documentary that aired on the Sci-Fi channel detailing the authenticity of the Majestic-12 documents called The Secret. He has been interviewed on numerous television shows such as the History channel, ABC news and numerous local Bay Area, Denver, and Las Vegas TV channels. He has been a radio guest on Art Bell, Jeff Rense, and George Noory several times. https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast

For today's special episode, Lawfare General Counsel and Senior Editor Scott R. Anderson held a series of conversations with contributors to a special series of articles on “The Dangers of Deploying the Military on U.S. Soil” that Lawfare recently published on its website, in coordination with our friends at Protect Democracy.Participants include: Alex Tausanovitch, Policy Advocate at Protect Democracy; Laura Dickinson, a Professor at George Washington University Law School; Joseph Nunn, Counsel in the Liberty and National Security Program at the Brennan Center; Chris Mirasola, an Assistant Professor at the University of Houston Law Center; Mark Nevitt, a Professor at Emory University School of Law; Elaine McCusker, a Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute; and Lindsay P. Cohn, a Professor of National Security Affairs at the U.S. Naval War College. Together, they discussed how and why domestic deployments are being used, the complex set of legal authorities allowing presidents and governors to do so, and what the consequences might be, both for U.S. national security and for U.S. civil-military relations more generally.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/c/trumptrials.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suzanne does something she has never done before, inviting these 12 contributors from her new book MEDIUMSHIP: Sacred Communications with Loved Ones from Across the Veil to answer questions about their stories of connection and how they know that love never dies! Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book/ For future Q&A sessions, please submit your questions via the contact form on Suzanne's website: SuzanneGiesemann.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raising Expectations with Pastor Joe Schofield, Stefanie and Dr Craig Thayer, Dr Paul Hall, and Ron Greer With Guest, Jim S Robbins, Historian, Dean of Academics, Institute of World Politics Dr. Jim Robbins “Institute of World Politics” on Raising Expectations! Join us on Election 2024 evening with our special friend Dr. Jim Robbins of the Institute of World Politics in Washington DC. As Jim shares , we will be discussing the issues and events that have transpired and helped direct the 2024 election across the nation culminating on Election Day-tomorrow. Dr. Robbins is an outstanding historian and Dean of Academics, IWP; Senior Fellow in National Security Affairs at the American Foreign Policy Council; Former special assistant in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Jim is a man of Faith in God and has the ability to hear and discern the root of question and the heart of the person asking! Tune in on, Facebook, YouTube, X, LinkedIn and, Amazon Podcasts at, 6:00 pm Pacific 8:00pm Central 9:00 pm Eastern Pastor Joe Joe Schofield Dr. Paul Paul Hall Stef Stefanie Shaw Thayer Dr. Craig Craig Tank Thayer Pastor Ron Ron Greer

Herman Pirchner is the president of the American Foreign Policy Council, which was founded back in 1982 in Washington to provide some well thought out perspectives on foreign policy questions. In 1982, Herman was the president of the American Foreign Policy Council, and today more than forty years later he remains as the president of this important and distinguished group. Herman has held other significant positions as well, senior Senate staff, and as director of the national security team advising former presidential candidate and former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. The AFPC, the American Foreign Policy Council, also publishes a great deal of material from is senior fellows and senior management in the form of monographs and books and shorter papers for briefings. Herman has hosted hundreds of delegations from foreign countries to come to the United States to meet senior American political leaders. And likewise, he has sent these senior American political leaders to foreign countries to meet with their peers. He did this for quite a few years in China, and likewise in Russia, and has done it for the last 10 years in Ukraine, a country with which he is very familiar, and to which he has traveled often. Herman has also written a good deal. Two of his books particularly pertain to the topic. One was a work in 2004, which shows the kind of prescience that Herman exercises or possesses, Reviving Greater Russia: The Future of Russia's Borders with Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, and Ukraine. He is also the author of Post Putin: Succession, Stability, and Russia's Future, which is also available in Russian and Ukrainian. Stephen Bryen has also held senior Senate staff positions, including for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and he has excelled in both the private sector and the government sector. For many years he was one of the senior civilian employees at the Department of Defense, a position in which he gained the highest award given by the Department of Defense to civilians, not once but twice. I am speaking of the Distinguished Service Medal. Dr. Bryen is particularly expert on technology and strategy, and as such has been contributing to other Westminster shows on China, Japan, Taiwan, as well as on Russia and Ukraine. I should also mention that he was the executive director of a grassroots political organization, the head of the Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs, and in the Pentagon he served as Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Trade Security Policy. Dr. Bryen is also a frequent contributor on foreign policy matters in his own column, which appears usually a couple of times weekly, in which he gives his sometimes unique perspective on the burning questions of the day, including Russia and Ukraine, so we are delighted he is also back here with us to further debate the future of Ukraine.

This week we're traveling back to 1990s Miami with Wasp Network! Join us as we learn about terrorist attacks on Cuban resorts, the Angola Crisis, that McDonald's in Guantanamo Bay, and more! Sources: Central Intelligence Agency National Foreign Assessment Center, "An Analysis of Cuban Military Intervention in Angola and Ethiopia," 31 October 1978, available at https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/docs/CIA-RDP80T00634A000400010046-2.pdf "Angola, Independence and Civil War," Britannica, available at https://www.britannica.com/place/Angola/Independence-and-civil-war The Angola Crisis, 1974-1975, Office of the Historian, available at https://history.state.gov/milestones/1969-1976/angola A.C. Grimes, "The Surprising Location Of Cuba's Only McDonald's," Mashed (9 January 2021). https://www.mashed.com/309819/the-surprising-location-of-cubas-only-mcdonalds/  Lyle Rexer and Jason Oddy, "Outside the Law: Inside Guantanamo," Aperture 179 (2005): 32-9.  Salim Lamrani, "The Case of the Five Cuban Political Prisoners," Cuba, the Media, and the Challenge of Impartiality (NYU Press, 2015). https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt1287jk0.11  Salim Lamrani, "Economic Sanctions from Dwight D. Eisenhower to Barack Obama," The Economic War Against Cuba (NYU Press, 2013). https://www.jstor.ort/stable/j.ctt9qgg7f.7  Holly Ackerman, "The Balsero Phenomenon, 1991-1994," Cuban Studies 26 (1996): 169-200. https://www.jstor.org/stable/24487714  Rosie Gray, "Relative Says Families Of Slain "Brothers To The Rescue" Weren't Warned Of Cuban Spy Release," BuzzFeedNews (23 December 2014). https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/rosiegray/relative-says-families-of-slain-brothers-to-the-rescue-weren   "Exile Groups Said to Be Planning Attacks on Cuban Resorts," Tampa Bay Times, available at https://www.tampabay.com/archive/1994/07/23/exile-groups-said-to-be-planning-attack-on-cuban-resorts/ "Summary of Main Terrorist Actions Against Cuba, 1990-2000," available at https://www.canadiannetworkoncuba.ca/Documents/terror-summary.shtml ". 216. Memorandum From Viron P. Vaky of the National Security Council Staff to the President's Assistant for National Security Affairs, Office of the Historian, available at https://history.state.gov/historicaldocuments/frus1969-76ve10/d216 " Winston Cho, "Netflix Settles Defamation Suit Brought By Cuban Exiles Over Spy Thriller 'Wasp Network'," The Hollywood Reporter (24 January 2024). https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/netflix-settles-defamation-suit-brought-cuban-exiles-wasp-network-1235806098/  Brian Tallerico, "Wasp Network," RogerEbert.com (19 June 2020), https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/wasp-network-movie-review-2020  Arantxa Tirado and Simon Vazquez, "Wasp Network Is a Rare Movie That Doesn't Paint Cubans as Cartoonish Villains," Jacobin (11 August 2020). https://jacobin.com/2020/08/wasp-network-five-cuban-revolution   Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wasp_Network_(film)  Hollywood Reporter interview: https://youtu.be/T0f1hhx4xvo?si=DZfh5zqnHkVWAK7d  Interview with Rene Gonzalez and Gerardo Hernandez: https://youtu.be/o4pWqTSwidI?si=C_-YORb1uzpOxmkq 

Join spiritual teacher and evidential medium Suzanne Giesemann as she and her guides answer questions submitted from the audience. Moderated by her assistant, Christy, they explore topics such as connecting with higher consciousness, mediumship, meditation, connecting with other people's spirit guides, the “big flash, healing from grief, and much MUCH more. Find comfort, hope, and love as Suzanne connects with spirit and receives guidance from the higher realms. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book Mediumship - Sacred Communications from Loved Ones Across the Veil https://suzannegiesemann.com/mediumship-book For future Q&A sessions, please submit your questions via the contact form on Suzanne's website: SuzanneGiesemann.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Battlegrounds, H.R. McMaster and Leopoldo López discuss ongoing protests in Venezuela, the Maduro regime's tactics of repression, and prospects for the restoration of the Venezuelan constitution and the end of Maduro's despotic rule. Join former mayor of Caracas and Venezuelan opposition leader Leopoldo López and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster as they examine Venezuela's authoritarian socialist regime and prospects for the restoration of the Venezuelan constitution. Reflecting on the country's stolen presidential election in July 2024, López shares his insights on the Maduro regime's mechanisms of internal control, how the axis of authoritarians are using Venezuela against the US and the rest of the free world, the next steps for the Venezuelan opposition movement, and what can be done within Venezuela and internationally to help support the Venezuelan people and end Maduro's despotic rule. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Leopoldo López is a Venezuelan political leader, pro-democracy activist and Sakharov prize laureate. He is the founder and national coordinator of the Voluntad Popular political party and the former mayor of the municipality of Chacao in Caracas. In 2014 López was unjustly detained by the Maduro regime and sentenced to 14 years of imprisonment. He spent four years in a military prison, a year and a half in house arrest and another year and a half in the Spanish embassy in Caracas under political asylum. In October 2020, López escaped from Venezuela through Colombia to join his family in Spain. López holds a Bachelor's degree cum laude in sociology and economics from Kenyon College, and a Master´s degree in public policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. He was awarded a honoris causa doctorate in Law from Kenyon College in 2007. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018. ​

Professor Robert A. Pape from the Department of Political Science discusses how his early research interest in air power and international political violence brought him to sit with military officers and policy decision-makers on various occasions. Professor Pape also expanded his interest in national security and democracy as he continued his research and teaching path at the University of Chicago, and directs the Chicago Project on Security & Threats (CPOST). Tune in to listen to his thoughts on the upcoming presidential election.

In this episode of Battlegrounds, H.R. McMaster and Adela Raz discuss the humanitarian catastrophe and systemic human rights abuses under Taliban rule, the lessons and consequences of the collapse of the Afghanistan Republic, and the future of Afghanistan and its diaspora. Join former Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to the United States, Adela Raz, and Hoover Senior Fellow H.R. McMaster as they reflect on the geostrategic consequences of the 2021 collapse of Afghanistan. Ambassador Raz shares her insights on the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, the humanitarian catastrophe and systemic human rights abuses currently facing the country, the Taliban's repressive control over women, and her hope for the future of Afghanistan and its diaspora. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Adela Raz served as the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to the United States from July 2021 to February 2022. Ambassador Raz was first woman to hold the post of Deputy Chief of Staff for an Afghan president's administrative office. She served in this post both in President Hamid Karzai's Administration and in President Ashraf Ghani's. She was the Deputy Minister for Economic Cooperation at Afghanistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs from 2016 to 2018. From 2018 to July of 2021, Raz served as Afghanistan's first female Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, where she was the Vice President of the 75th session of the General Assembly. Since 2022, Raz has served as the director of the Afghanistan Policy Lab at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. Ambassador Raz has a Master's degree in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School at Tufts University. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

In the midst of ongoing debate regarding the military service record of Democratic party vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, Providence's Marc LiVecche spoke with Marine Corps veterans Mac Owens and Keith Pavlischek to clarify the real issues. Focusing on the charge that Walz placed his own interests over his duty to his men by retiring rather than deploying to Iraq, this conversation attempts to avoid partisan bickering in order to discuss the effect of Walz's decision on unit morale, cohesion, mission effectiveness, loyalty, and, ultimately, honor. Notes: "Tim Walz's Military Service Controversy" Mackubin Ownes, GOLOCALProv.com Mackubin Owens is a Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute. He previously served as editor of Orbis: FPRI's Journal of World Affairs (2008-2020). From 2015 until March of 2018, he was Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor at the Institute of World Politics in Washington, D.C. From 1987 until 2014, he was Professor of National Security Affairs at the US Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. He is also a Marine Corps veteran of Vietnam, where as an infantry platoon and company commander in 1968-1969, he was wounded twice and awarded the Silver Star medal. He is also a contributor to Providence Magazine. Keith Pavlischek, contributing editor, is a military affairs expert with a focus on just war theory and the ethics of war. He retired as a colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps in 2007 after thirty years of active and reserve service having served in Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, with the U.S. Central Command, and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. He is the author of John Courtney Murray and the Dilemma of Religious Toleration (1994) and numerous articles, including a chapter on the ethics of asymmetric warfare in the Ashgate Research Companion to Military Ethics (2015). He is also a contributor to Providence Magazine.

My guest this week, Kim Chestney, is the author of three leading-edge intuition books, including "The Illumination Code," "Radical Intuition" and "The Psychic Workshop." She is known for her unique, contemporary perspective on intuition as a learnable, universally-accessible key to expanding human consciousness. Want a better connection with spirit? With your higher guidance? Listen in to this This fascinating conversation, full of ideas and techniques that will help you increase your own ability to connect with spirit. Kim's worldwide community of students has called her IntuitionLab training “one of the most life-changing experiences” and “the keys to living a life that makes sense.” Offering a pathway to personal growth through inner illumination, Kim is devoted to awakening our innate intuitive nature so every person can experience the deep magic and wonder of life. Find out more about Kim at KimChestney.com and be sure to click on the Bookshop, where you can read about her newest offering, "The Illumination Code." Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I hope you'll join me for a very special special Q&A answering YOUR questions about HOW we can best live the Awakened Way. Want more peace? love? connection? Listen in as my friend and assistant Valerie not only asks your questions ~ and Sanaya answers ~ but shares her own wisdom as well! Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life change expert Mary Sise shares so much in this episode of MOH from how to protect energy when working with others, how to be loyal to our own souls, how to identify and release triggering reactions arising from relationships with others, plus an extended opportunity to EXPERIENCE an exercise in releasing powerful emotions. Mary is a licensed clinical social worker and expert on the use of EFT (tapping) for releasing trauma responses, repatterning neural pathways, and maintain balance and connection. It's a great conversation about lifting our energy and maintaining balance and joy in life! Hope you'll join us. And DO NOT MISS Mary's FREE hour long workshop with the Shift Network. You can sign up at this link: https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/dceSG/a20283/ LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: Mary's website: MarySise.com Mary's Upcoming Class: https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/dceSG/a20283/ And coming up Tuesday! The MONTHLY CONNECTION 2 Hours LIVE! with Suzanne https://suzannegiesemann.com/courses/the-monthly-connection/ Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to make a clear connection with Spirit? Whether we want to connect with our own loved ones or with our angels and guides, this Q&A will delve further into the joyful practice of meeting up with our heavenly teams. Suzanne and her friend and assistant Stephanie Pfennig, PLUS Suzanne's heavenly team of Sanaya join up for a great conversation. The great good news? We can ALL make the connection. Listen in for more! LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: SIP OF THE DIVINE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LPuE3rueVY Suzanne's BLESS ME Method of Connecting: https://youtu.be/vkD5gDeUeAc The MONTHLY CONNECTION 2 Hours LIVE! with Suzanne https://suzannegiesemann.com/courses/the-monthly-connection/ ANGELS ARE REAL! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Yeb3BP-9TU ARCHANGEL MICHAEL! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdEX5d2XepY&t=246s SHE SPOKE TO A NORSE GOD: https://youtu.be/BTxUv5Cty60 CHRIST CONSCIOUSNESS: https://youtu.be/uHC-UGQ_WrM Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angels and spirit guides: We all have them, but we want to learn more! Listen in to this hour of Q&A specifically devoted to angels and guides. Suzanne, her guides, Sanaya, and earthly assistant Lynette answer questions, share experiences, and generally have fun with one of the most joyous facts of existence: We All Have Angels and Guides and they want NOTHING but the best for us. Join us! LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: GIFTS! Free Meditations, e-Books, Workshops and More: https://suzannegiesemann.com/gifts-to-help-you-connect-with-spirit/ The MONTHLY CONNECTION Live! https://suzannegiesemann.com/courses/the-monthly-connection/ ANGELS ARE REAL! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Yeb3BP-9TU ARCHANGEL MICHAEL! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdEX5d2XepY&t=246s Lynette's Blog: www.AnUnexpectedMystic.com Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Find more about Suzanne and her mission: https://www.suzannegiesemann.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Battlegrounds, H.R. McMaster and Lobsang Sangay discuss China's repression of the Tibetan people, Tibet's efforts to advocate for freedom and rule of law, and prospects for the future in Tibet and in East Asia, on Wednesday July 31, 2024. Join former prime minister in exile of the Central Tibetan Administration Lobsang Sangay and Hoover senior fellow H.R. McMaster as they discuss China's repression of the Tibetan people, Tibet's efforts to advocate for freedom and rule of law, and prospects for the future in Tibet and in East Asia. Prime Minister Sangay shares his insights on how the Chinese Community Party subjugates the Tibetan people, how to foster unity and strengthen a movement in exile, his assessment of the Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act, recently signed by President Biden, and what Americans can do to advocate for the rights of the Tibetan people. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Lobsang Sangay served as the sikyong, or prime minister in exile, of the Central Tibetan Administration from 2011 to 2021. Prior to taking this role, Sangay was an academic at Harvard Law School, where he organized multiple conferences between Tibetan, Western, and Chinese scholars, including the Dalai Lama. He was selected as one of the Asia Society's Asia 21 Fellows in 2007. Sangay holds doctor of juridical science and master of laws degrees from Harvard Law School and a bachelor of laws degree from the University of Delhi. He served as a senior visiting fellow at Harvard Law School's East Asian Legal Studies Program in Fall 2023. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

This is the second of my two conversations with Dr. Jill. Our first was so great that we immediately set up another meeting because Jill's wisdom is over the top! There's more in this interview about making the connection to spirit, to our loved ones, to higher guidance, and all of it informed by Jill's knowledge of what really happens in our brains. Jill and I continue exploring how to bring together the "four characters" in our brains to find greater cohesion, peace, happiness AND connection. Author of "My Stroke of Insight" and "Whole Brain Living," Dr. Jill is smart, funny, and very wise. Listen in as we Suzanne discuss the benefits of science AND spirituality and how the two mesh. And be sure to check out her website for lots more information on this NYT bestselling author, neuroscientist, and viral TEDTalk speaker ~ including her in-depth video on the four characters: www.drjilltaylor.com Please join me LIVE in the comments Sunday, and thereafter via all the podcast streaming services. This is a don't-miss interview. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why can't I heal? Is there something wrong with me? Can I be AWAKE *and* not be well? Tools for Emotional Balance and release. What's self love got to do with it? Why do I crave food / drugs / alcohol? What about acupuncture, crystals, essential oils? Do eastern medicines work? What if my problem is someone else's energy? How can we be healthy in a toxic work environment? Does technology effect our emotions? Can my emotional distress affect my physical health? THESE questions and SO MANY MORE in this special Q&A episode with Suzanne, her guides Sanaya, and friend and assistant Bev Garlipp. It's a beautiful conversation full of comfort, guidance, and JOY. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Israel Defense Forces (IDF) brigadier general Meir Finkel and Hoover senior fellow H.R. McMaster as they examine the current state of the Israel-Gaza war and the geopolitics of the broader Middle East. In this episode of Battlegrounds, Dr. Finkel shares his insights on the Israeli campaign to destroy Hamas in Gaza, examining the objectives of Hamas and how the IDF is responding to prevent civilian casualties during a humanitarian crisis. They also discuss the Israel-Iran proxy conflict and how the wars in the Middle East might evolve in the coming months and years. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Brigadier General (res.) Meir Finkel of the Israel Defense Forces, or IDF, is a soldier-scholar who holds three PhDs. Finkel is the head of research of the Dado Center for Interdisciplinary Military Studies, a think tank designed to further the success of the IDF and its military and political strategies. Finkel served for 20 years in the IDF Armored Corps, including as the commander of the 847th Armored Brigade during the Second Lebanon War. He also headed the IDF's Ground Forces Doctrine and Concept Development Department for seven years. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018. For more information, visit: https://www.hoover.org/battlegrounds_perspectives Pick up a copy of "Battlegrounds: The Fight To Defend The Free World," by H.R. McMaster here - https://www.hoover.org/research/battlegrounds-fight-defend-free-world  The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Hoover Institution or Stanford University. © 2024 by the Board of Trustees of Leland Stanford Junior University.

Everyone has the ability to communicate with animals and all forms of life, according to Penelope Smith, pioneering founder of the field she named — interspecies telepathic communication. It's a spiritual journey that reveals the innermost essence of who you are. When you tap into your innate skills and connect more deeply with animals through interspecies telepathic communication, you'll find greater harmony with the animals in your life as you address their behavioral issues and needs. And, you'll find more peace and joy within yourself as you learn to trust your intuition. Find out about her new workshop, and TAKE A FREE ONE-HOUR COURSE WITH PENELOPE, CLICK HERE (the course is ALWAYS available at this link, no matter when you see this) https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/bawsSG/a20283/ Communicating with animals telepathically throughout her life, Penelope Smith discovered in 1971 that animals could be relieved of emotional traumas and other problems through the same counseling techniques that helped humans. SHE ALSO CAME TO UNDERSTAND that teaching people to communicate with their pets and other animals AWAKENED THEM to their True Nature! Her visionary work as a pioneer teacher of interspecies telepathic communication since the 1970s has helped launch the careers of numerous professional animal communicators. She wrote the popular, classic books, Animal Talk, When Animals Speak, and Animals in Spirit. Penelope believes that everyone is born with the power to communicate with other species, and that, although it is long lost for most people, it can be regained for the benefit of all beings on Earth: Penelope's website is https://animaltalk.net Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join spiritual teacher and evidential medium Suzanne Giesemann in this enlightening question and answer session with her spirit guides, Sanaya, and earthly team, Bev, Lynette, and Steph. Explore topics such as connecting with higher consciousness, mediumship, meditation, sudden death, where new souls come from, do guides, angels, and loved ones in spirit actually live? healing from grief, and much MUCH more. Find comfort, hope, and love as Suzanne connects with spirit and receives guidance from the higher realms. Watch now for a transformative experience. For future Q&A sessions, please submit your questions via the contact form on Suzanne's website: SuzanneGiesemann.com LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: Alex Ferarri Interview with Suzanne: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1o1JXYCxlw&t=2s TWO HOURS LIVE with Suzanne: https://suzannegiesemann.com/courses/the-monthly-connection/ Personal Mediumship Plus & Making the Connection (Connect with Guides and more) https://suzannegiesemann.com/courses/the-monthly-connection/ The FREE Awakened Way App: Daily Messages & Oracle/Question Feature: https://suzannegiesemann.com/awakenedwayapp/ Hemi-Sync Meditation for Connecting with Guides (scroll to AUDIO subhead) https://suzannegiesemann.com/hemi-sync-mediumship-series/ Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the first of two conversations with Dr. Jill. I so enjoyed talking to her and I think you'll enjoy hearing her as well. Most of what stands in the way of our making the connection to spirit, to our loved ones, to higher guidance, is what happens in our brains. In this conversation, Jill and I explore how to bring together the "four characters" in our brains to find greater cohesion, peace, happiness AND connection. Author of "My Stroke of Insight" and "Whole Brain Living," Dr. Jill is smart, funny, and very wise. Listen in as we Suzanne discuss the benefits of science AND spirituality and how the two mesh. And be sure to check out her website for lots more information on this NYT bestselling author, neuroscientist, and viral TEDTalk speaker ~ including her in-depth video on the four characters: www.drjilltaylor.com Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ >>Find more about Suzanne and her mission: https://www.suzannegiesemann.com/ >>Find details for Suzanne's free "The Awakened Way App": https://suzannegiesemann.com/awakenedwayapp/ >>Get your free meditation guided by Suzanne and Sanaya,” Radiant Peace" https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/g3p2p3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris's son died at 23, yet he's still right here. Just in time for fathers' day ~ AND full of promise for ALL of us ~ this beautiful conversation with Chris Ryan, who compiled and edited a new book called "Helping Fathers Heal: Grief, Hope, and Our Search for Connection." I know you will be deeply touched and encouraged by this incredible conversation. Here's a link to the book, "Helping Fathers Heal: Grief, Hope, and Our Search for Connection": https://www.amazon.com/Helping-Fathers-Heal-Search-Connection/dp/B0D2PFQT89 Please join me LIVE in the comments on Fathers' Day, and thereafter via all the podcast streaming services. This is a don't-miss interview. HELPING PARENTS HEAL: HelpingParentsHeal.org HELPING PARENTS HEAL Fathers' Group: https://www.helpingparentsheal.org/affiliate-groups/helping-fathers-heal/ MORE about Suzanne's Awakened Way AND the Three E's: https://suzannegiesemann.com/the-awakened-way/ Info about EMDR: https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/ Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Battlegrounds, H.R. McMaster and Ahmet Üzümcü discuss the vital role of Turkey in advancing peace and prosperity in a time of economic distress; strained relations between Ankara and Washington over Turkey's acquisition of Russian air defense systems; disagreements over US support for Syrian Kurdish forces in the fight against ISIS in Syria; and concerns about Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's authoritarian tendencies and his support for the terrorist organization Hamas, on Wednesday June 26, 2024. Join former director-general of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons Ahmet Üzümcü, and Hoover senior fellow H.R. McMaster in a deep dive into the current state of US-Turkey (Türkiye) and NATO-Turkey relations. In this episode of Battlegrounds, Ambassador Üzümcü, who has previously served as Turkey's permanent representative to the United Nations and NATO, Turkish ambassador to Israel, and deputy undersecretary of state for bilateral political affairs, shares his expert insights on the evolving dynamics between Ankara and Washington, Turkey's controversial acquisition of Russian air defense systems, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's authoritarian policies and support for Hamas, and the broader implications of all these aspects for NATO and stability in the Middle East. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Ahmet Üzümcü served as director-general of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) from 2010 to 2018. Ambassador Üzümcü accepted the Nobel Peace Prize in 2013 on behalf of the OPCW for the organization's extensive work toward eliminating chemical weapons. Prior to serving this role he was Turkey's (Türkiye's) permanent representative to the United Nations, its permanent representative to NATO, Turkish ambassador to Israel, and deputy undersecretary of state for bilateral political affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ambassador Üzümcü holds a bachelor's degree in international relations from Ankara University. He currently serves as a senior network member for the European Leadership Network and as a senior advisor for the Council on Strategic Risks. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018. ​

Stephanie Pfennig courageously shares her heart-wrenching journey after the deaths of her step-son and daughter and how she found solace and hope through the principles of The Awakened Way. In this powerful and inspiring video, Stephanie opens up to Suzanne about her path to healing and her mission to help other bereaved parents rediscover peace and joy through her nonprofit, KareFarm.org. Stephanie, Suzanne's newest assistant, and the fourth in her series of "Meet the Team" conversations, in conversation with Suzanne, goes deep into the realms of mediumship, meditation, signs from spirit, and awakening in this uplifting and hope-filled conversation. Watch now to learn valuable tools for grief recovery and to find your own path from sorrow to joy. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to thePfen Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawake... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medical Intuitive and Soul Channel, Christine Lang, is back in a remarkable conversation with Suzanne. WHY the Law of Attraction doesn't always work. WHAT that means for all of us. Plus WHAT to do instead! Christine has years of wisdom to share with us and you'll be surprised ~ and inspired ~ by what she has to say. Check out Christine's monthly gathering, Your Energy Matters: https://christinelang.kartra.com/calendar/YourEnergyMatters AND, HERE'S THAT INCREDIBLE FULL LENGTH EVIDENTIAL MEDIUMSHIP READING. WATCH!!!! https://youtu.be/xGM-4-EzvaM And her website for events, private sessions, her books, and more: ChristineLang.org Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices