Podcasts about New Mexico

President Trump confronts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with evidence of violence and racist policies targeting white Afrikaner farmers, sparking a tense White House exchange. In Congress, fiscal conservatives clash over Trump's budget reconciliation bill, with no clear resolution in sight. We dive into a shocking case of a 24-year-old Venezuelan illegal alien posing as a teen in an Ohio high school, prompting ICE action. Vice President JD Vance pushes back against rogue judges blocking Trump's deportation plans, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends visa revocations for troublemakers. Plus, the FDA announces major changes to COVID-19 vaccine access, limiting it to high-risk groups, as a Senate report reveals Biden officials downplayed vaccine risks in 2021. Dr. Peter McCullough's chilling testimony on vaccine-related myocarditis deaths underscores the urgency. Finally, our poll of the week tackles a harrowing New Mexico incident involving kids with a loaded gun—what would you do?

In this episode, Aaron McIntire discusses various political and social issues, including Trump's proposed economic bill, Biden's health controversies, Senate hearings on immigration, the investigation into the Afghanistan withdrawal, and the importance of language proficiency in America. The conversation also touches on the role of comedians in shaping media narratives and concludes with a moral dilemma faced by law enforcement officers.    

Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Piper speaks with with Sonja Ochadlik about the different types of equine education. Listen in and share with friends!Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Sonja Ochadlik is a showjumping rider originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, and now based in Ireland. She runs Stonehall Sporthorses, a business specialising in producing young horses and sourcing and selling top-quality horses and ponies. Sonja is passionate about the training and welfare of horses and working towards making the sport of showjumping more inclusive. Read the May/June Issue of The Plaid Horse MagazineSubscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsors: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, BoneKare and Great American Insurance Group Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast LIVE!

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Register for the FREE LIVE training this Wednesday (5/21) at 4:30pm PST. Charlie Beljan is a pro golfer born in Mesa, Arizona who went on to win the 2002 US Junior Amateur. He also won the 2006 Arizona Amateur before playing college golf at the University of New Mexico. After graduating Charlie turned pro in 2007 and played on the Gateway Tour from 2008-2011. He won seven times and led the money list in 2009. He earned his PGA Tour card in 2012 and went on to win the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic.  In this episode, you will learn: His crazy US Open story How to finish the round strong How to bounce back after a blowup hole His approach shot strategy outside 150 yards Why you should never whine about course conditions The biggest mistake most golfers make with wedges Why you need a carry number and the importance of knowing your distance Plus, my 10-point extensive recap afterward to help you apply these lesson to your game.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions.  Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 65+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.   Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

Recorded 5/16/2025, Aired 05/20/2025 The Southwest Climate Podcast hosts Zack Guido and Mike Crimmins are ready to start counting down the days to this year's monsoon season.  But before they get into the monsoon preview - they do a final winter recap and review April and May's weather patterns.  They also cover the fire season so far, and Mike gets to share on his upcoming paper “Changing Climate, Changing Fire: Understanding Ecosystem-Specific Fire-Climate Dynamics in Arizona and New Mexico”. Stick around for the monsoon discussion at the end so you can be informed - or at least entertained - in time for the Southwest Monsoon Fantasy Forecasts Game starting next month!    Mentions: Paper: “Glacial reduction of the North American Monsoon via surface cooling and atmospheric ventilation” National Interagency Coordination Center - National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook NOAA - Climate Prediction Center: 3 Month Seasonal Outlook North American Multi-Model Ensemble (NMME) - Precipitation Forecast AZ State Climate Office Monthly Webinar Series - NWS Tucson Presentation: 2025 Monsoon Outlook International Multi-Model Ensemble (IMME) - Precipitation Forecast

When someone is deemed 'incompetent' to stand trial, how does New Mexico's criminal justice system respond? It's the subject of a recent Larry Barker investigation that looked at cases involving hundreds of arrests, only for the offenders to be released back onto the streets. People who are mentally ill are committing crimes across the state, getting arrested, and their cases are dismissed without any repercussions or assistance. Barker, along with University of New Mexico Criminal Law Professor Joshua Kastenberg, join Chris and Gabby this week to discuss the complexities of cases like this, and why the justice system isn't set up to help the incompetent suspects or their victims.  Watch Larry's recent report: Free rides on the New Mexico justice train  Thanks for listening. If you've got an idea, send it to us at chris.mckee@krqe.com or gabrielle.burkhart@krqe.com. Give us a follow on social media at @ChrisMcKeeTV and @gburkNM. Watch or listen to our prior podcasts online at KRQE.com/podcast and our KRQE YouTube channel, or on broadcast TV every Wednesday at 10:35 p.m. MST on Fox New Mexico. 

Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference! If you're able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay's GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 Description: In Episode 440: High Strangeness in New Mexico, we are joined by Raul, who shares a multitude of stories, ranging from giants, bigfoot, and UFOs, to demons and witches getting possessed on purpose as part of their process of getting rid of evil spirits. Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer

In this week's episode of High on Home Grown, we dive into some of the most shocking and important cannabis stories from around the world: Macky explores the growing concern over "shatter cannabis", a highly potent extract described as a "triple threat" due to its strength, flammability, and appeal to young users. (Source: ITV News Tyne Tees) He also follows up on the tragic Benwell cannabis lab explosion, where Reece Galbraith has been jailed after two people died in the blast. (Source: BBC News) A bizarre and alarming trend emerges as QR code stickers found on UK streets are linked to a new wave of online drug trade activity. Margaret reports on a positive development in the U.S., where a marijuana tax is funding $750 monthly payments to families in New Mexico with no strings attached. She also covers a deeply troubling story out of Indonesia, where an American basketball player faces the death penalty by firing squad after allegedly trying to smuggle cannabis candy. Join us as we unpack these headlines and discuss their impact on cannabis users, policy, and culture around the world. Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links.  Website: https://highonhomegrown.com Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

Ben wanted to go to college, but did not know at first how he would pay for it. Cue scholarships! $90,000 in scholarships later, he paid for his Harvard education, and now wants to help tell others how they can do the same! Now in part 3 we discuss his top 3 resources to help you find scholarships that are specific to you! Scholars and Dollars Learndipity Scholaroo Scholarship Database Listen to parts 1 &2 of this interview below… Part 1 - $90,000 Scholarship Winner & Harvard Grad Shares How to Win Scholarships! - with Bestselling Author Ben Kaplan Part 2 - Ben Kaplan ($90,000 Scholarship Winner & Harvard Grad) Shares How Applying for Scholarships Helps You Find Your Purpose!   Also, do you want my personal help with finding scholarships that are specific to you or assistance with the actual applications? Schedule a FREE Scholarship Strategy Session with me on my calendar here –> calendly.com/moneyandmentalpeace   About Ben Kaplan: Ben Kaplan is among the nation's leading experts on college admissions, scholarships and financial aid, student personal finance, and higher education policy. He is the author of 12 bestselling books and courses, including Scholars & Dollars, which have sold 2 million copies worldwide. Kaplan became a college expert in part from personal experience: In high school, he won 24 college scholarships—enough to cover the cost of his Harvard degree. He is the founder of the popular Scholaroo education portal, and has advised leading institutions such as UCLA, Texas A&M, NYC Public Schools, New Mexico's 529 College Savings Plan, and the National PTA. Kaplan has been featured on more than 5,000 TV and radio programs—including appearances on Oprah, NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, National Public Radio, and the BBC. He is a recipient of the Morris Kronfeld Prize in Economics and was selected as the “Top Student Leader in America” by the National Association of Secondary School Principals.   YouTube → Kara's Quest Facebook → Christian College Girl Community Instagram → @moneyandmentalpeace Email --＞ info@moneyandmentalpeace.com ***************************************************** Get scholarships and pay for college without student loans! Are you worried about how to pay for college? Stressed because it's so expensive? Are you having trouble finding scholarships, or all you find don't apply to you? Overwhelmed with all things school and money? Welcome fam! This podcast will help you find and get scholarships, avoid student loans and maybe even graduate college debt-free! Hey! I'm Kara, a Christian entrepreneur, amateur snowboarder, and scholarship BEAST! I figured out how to not only finish college debt-free, but I even had $10k left over in the bank after graduation. (& btw, my parents weren't able to help me financially either!) During school, I was worried about paying for next semester. I couldn't find scholarships that worked specifically for me, and didn't know how to get started while juggling homework and keeping up with ALL.THE.THINGS. But dude, I learned there was a better way! With God's direction, I tested out of classes, and found the perfect scholarships, grants, internships, and weird budget hacks that helped me go from overwhelmed to debt-free with $10k in the bank–all with God on my side. ... and I'm here to walk you through this, too. If you are ready to find scholarships specific to you, learn to manage your money well, and have enough money to kill it at college, this pod is for you! So grab your cold brew and TI-89, and listen in on the most stress-free and debt-free class you've ever attended: this is Money and Mental Peace. Topics related to this episode: Ben Kaplan, admissions, college admissions, Benjamin Kaplan, scholars and dollars, scholars & dollars, How to go to college almost for free, dollars for scholars, scholarship scouts, pay for college, student loan forgiveness, federal student loans, community college, Harvard, Harvard grad, Harvard economist, college scholarships, college majors, online college courses, college student loans, college degree online, college readiness, Bachelor's degree, Ivy League schools, master's degree, trade school, find your purpose, find purpose, build character, find purpose life, build resilience, build confidence, build emotional resilience, boost of confidence, build self confidence, self confident, confident, life purpose, life purpose driven, purpose driven life, the purpose life driven  

We're honored to host Dr. Dave Engle—Regents Professor Emeritus at Oklahoma State University and a pioneer in fire ecology. From wildland firefighting in New Mexico to building OSU's fire program with just two torches and a vision, Dave shares an incredible career rooted in science, stewardship, and some good ol' fashioned trial and error. We dive into the origins of patch-burn grazing, the challenges of managing the Cross Timbers, and why eastern redcedar became his lifelong nemesis. Dr. Engle reflects on the research that changed policy, perceptions, and the trajectory of conservation in the Great Plains. If you care about fire, land, or legacy, this episode is a must-listen. Resources: - Dave Engel, Ph.D. - OSU NREM Patch Burning Research - OK-FIRE - The Prairie Project - Patch Burn Grazing Research

As a podcast host, I have had the profound honor of listening to and documenting the powerful stories of community members who have dedicated their lives to advocating for justice. Tina Cordova, the Co-Founder of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, is a tireless advocate who has brought attention to the long-ignored consequences of nuclear testing in New Mexico. Her work illuminates the untold experiences of multiple communities who, in the aftermath of the Trinity Bomb detonation and subsequent nuclear tests conducted in New Mexico between 1945 and 1962, were unknowingly exposed to radiation. This exposure, carried by the wind and lingering in the environment for generations, has inflicted devastating deaths and long-term health consequences on countless families. Despite the well-documented link between radiation exposure and life-threatening illnesses such as cancer, the communities most affected—those who have suffered immeasurable loss and continue to endure the painful repercussions—have yet to receive the full recognition and justice they deserve. Their stories remain largely absent from mainstream historical narratives, making it all the more crucial to amplify their voices and demand accountability. We want to honor all who have lost their lives and those who keep their stories alive. Gracias Tina Cordova and the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium. #Downwinders #JusticeForDownwinders #NuclearTestingImpact #RadiationExposure #TrinityTest #EnvironmentalJustice #HealthJustice #ForgottenVictims #TularosaBasin #RECAAmendment

In today's episode, we explore an absolutely heinous crime committed by a mother, her boyfriend and his cousin in 2016, and hopefully raise awareness so that they can finally find the missing perpetrator. - Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!: -Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5IY9nWD2MYDzlSYP48nRPl -Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/id1752719844 -Amazon/Audible - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ab1ade99-740c-46ae-8028-b2cf41eabf58/the-conspiracy-files -Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-conspiracy-files/PC:1001089101 -iHeart - https://iheart.com/podcast/186907423/ -PocketCast - https://pca.st/dpdyrcca -CastBox - https://castbox.fm/channel/id6193084?country=us - Stay Connected: Join the Murder in America fam in our free Facebook Community for a behind-the-scenes look, more insights and current events in the true crime world: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4365229996855701 If you want even more Murder in America bonus content, including ad-free episodes, come join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderinamerica Instagram: http://instagram.com/murderinamerica/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Murder-in-America-Podcast/100086268848682/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderInAmerica TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanormalfiles and https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneybrowen Feeling spooky? Follow Colin as he travels state to state (and even country to country!) investigating claims of extreme paranormal activity and visiting famous haunted locations on The Paranormal Files Official Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheParanormalFilesOfficialChannel - (c) BLOOD IN THE SINK PRODUCTIONS 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the Victorian era, a wave of self-proclaimed mediums used emerging technology, psychological tricks, and sleight of hand to convince grieving families they were speaking to the dead.Download the FREE WORD SEARCH and CROSSWORD For This Episode: https://weirddarkness.com/SeanceCharlatansJoin the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Victorian era séances – where mediums claimed to bridge the living and the dead with mysterious rituals and eerie phenomena. But they had some elaborate tricks and illusions up their sleeves, all with the intention of misleading millions with the promise of communicating beyond the grave – and lining their own pockets, of course. (Secrets of the Seance Charlatans) *** Underneath the Nevada desert a 13-year-old Marc Brooks was exploring – and encountered the unknown. A secret chamber, a mysterious artifact, and a chilling humanoid creature defies explanation. What lies underground in the desert? (Reptile Men And Underground Bases) *** From charitable beginnings to centuries of cruelty, Bedlam – England's first mental hospital – has a shocking history. It's dark past of inhumane treatments and public spectacles are such well-known atrocities that we've eventually come to use the word “bedlam” to describe uproar and confusion. We'll take a look at the chilling stories of the hospital that started it all. (Nightmare at Bedlam) *** The 1976 Chowchilla school bus kidnapping saw 26 California children abducted, buried alive, and held for ransom — then they miraculously escaped. (The Chowchilla Kidnapping) *** Spells, magic and curses have captivated the human imagination from the beginning of time. From ancient Egyptian tombs to modern-day superstitions, beliefs in the supernatural have shaped history, influenced cultures, and continue to fascinate us today. Why does magical misfortune still hold such an interest for us? (Magic, Curses and Supernatural Spells) *** A man almost crashed an entire country's economy by tricking a bank into printing real money for him? It was one of the most audacious schemes in financial history, flooding Portugal with millions in genuine but unauthorized banknotes. It was great while it lasted – but the crash was brutal! (The Man Who Almost Broke a Country) *** Urraca Mesa is a mysterious table mountain in New Mexico where compasses spin wildly, and ghostly blue lights dance in the night. It's full of stories of vanished ancient tribes and terrifying supernatural encounters with evil spirits. It's a hotspot for unexplained phenomena and those who seek it. We'll learn some of the eerie secrets of the Urraca Mesa. (The Urraca Mesa Portal) *** AND MORE!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview00:03:21.893 = Show Open00:06:46.207 = Secrets of the Seance Charlatans00:17:18.410 = Nightmare At Bedlam00:25:50.879 = Reptile Men and Underground Bases00:33:32.917 = The Chowchilla Kidnapping00:37:32.781 = Magic, Curses and Supernatural Spells00:46:43.884 = The Man Who Almost Broke a Country's Economy00:53:51.342 = The Urraca Mesa Portal00:59:48.280 = Bizarre Name Changes01:07:24.331 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Reptile Men And Underground Bases” source: Marc Lowth at UFOInsight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/64vrrh66“The Chowchilla Kidnapping” source: Jessica O'Connor at AllThatsInteresting.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/cxefxjks“The Man Who Almost Broke a Country's Economy” source: Kaushik Patowary at AmusingPlanet.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p94ykzw“Magic, Curses and Supernatural Spells” source: Liz Leafloor at Ancient-Origins.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3yk42ksb“The Urraca Mesa Portal” source: Zoe Mitchell at Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4x2t99mc“Secrets of the Seance Charlatans” source: Liv Pasquarelli at Ranker.com's Graveyard Shift:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9x54v9“Nightmare at Bedlam” source: Bipin Dimri at HistoricMysteries.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p93tt8c“Bizarre Name Changes” source: Jeffrey Morris at ListVerse.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/29xt7j5u=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: Jiune 25, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SeanceCharlatans

Why do some entrepreneurs get chosen over and over again—while others get passed up, even when they're talented? In this episode of Only Business, we break down the real reasons people say yes. You'll learn how to position your offer so it stands out, create instant trust without overselling, and become the obvious choice in any room. Whether you're struggling to land clients, tired of being overlooked, or just want to tighten your messaging, this episode gives you the exact mindset and strategy to stop chasing—and start getting picked.

In the first half of this two-part episode, author Rae Wilde ("Merciless Waters," I Do Not Apologize For My Position on Men") returns to talk about her upcoming novella "I Can Fix Her" (June 3, CLASH Books). They discuss the terror of "nightmare logic," Rae's interest in exploring toxic sapphic romance, the "Wilde Test" (i.e. decentering men altogether as significant drivers of plot in narrative), the unique lure of obsession, and the hazards of power in relationships. Rae and Scotty also dive into an impromptu conversation about Darren Aronofsky's divisive 2017 psychological horror film "mother!" In the second half, Scotty welcomes Albuquerque-based actor Peter Diseth ("Roswell, New Mexico," "Better Call Saul") to talk about his performance as Jorg in the new satirical horror film "Opus" (2025), starring Ayo Edebiri, John Malkovich, Juliette Lewis, and written/directed by newcomer Mark Anthony Green. Aside from discussing his experience on the film itself, they spend a few minutes on Peter's background in the New Mexico film and theatre scene, explore the fine line between comedy and horror, and consider the trend towards "the horror of politeness" in film like "Opus," "The Invitation" (2015), "Speak No Evil" (2022), and "The Menu" (2022). Find Rae online at https://www.raewilde.com Pre-order "I Can Fix Her" at https://indiepubs.com/products/i-can-fix-her Check out Rae's recommendation of "This Is How You Lose the Time War" by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone at https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43352954-this-is-how-you-lose-the-time-war Find Peter online at https://www.peterdiseth.com Check out Peter on IMDB at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5674152/ Watch Peter in Episode 9 of the webseries "Overlook, NM": https://youtu.be/5uSBs383Rlo?si=QkrZ_2LWTQd39vyB Watch the trailer for "Opus" here: https://youtu.be/5owo-kbx8X0?si=AHbsmF79h4WM6Zrc Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. https://www.facebook.com/groups/429777132474382 https://www.youtube.com/@danielbraum7838 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 1.6-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,732 on turnover of $3.5-billion N-T. MAC ban two Chinese nationals from World Masters Games The Mainland Affairs Council has denied two Chinese nationals registered for the upcoming World Masters Games entry onto Taiwan - citing concerns that they intended to disrupt the event with political messages. According to the council spokesperson Liang Wen-chieh, his office received reports of such planned actions from members of the public here in Taiwan, who have said some Chinese participants plan to use the event to push political agendas. Liang says the two banned individuals are suspected of planning to display the Chinese national flag and advocate (主張、提倡) for unification with Taiwan by force - and as such, his office had no choice but to reject their entry. However, the council spokesman also says that despite the two athletes being denied entry, it has approved entry permits for 371 other Chinese nationals to take part in the Games. The World Masters Games begins tomorrow in Taipei and New Taipei. US judge dismisses charges against migrants caught in military zone A federal judge has dismissed charges against nearly 100 migrants arrested for trespassing (非法侵入) on a newly declared US military zone on the border of the state of New Mexico. The ruling adds to the growing legal uncertainty surrounding President Trump's expansion (擴張) of military authority at the southern border. Ira Spitzer reports. Congo Soldiers Transferred to Goma Over a thousand disarmed Congolese soldiers and police officers, along with their families have safely been transferred from the rebel-controlled city of Goma in eastern Congo to the capital Kinshasa over the last two weeks. On Thursday, the International Committee of the Red Cross said it helped escort the 1,359 disarmed members of the government forces. The soldiers and police officers had been taking refuge at a United Nations base since January, when the decades-long conflict in eastern Congo escalated (加劇) as the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels seized the strategic Goma. The news of the successful transfer comes amid persistent tensions in eastern Congo, where fighting between Congo's army and M23 continues. Pope Meets with Greek Church Head Pope Leo XIV has met at the Vatican with the head of the Greek Catholic Church in Ukraine. It was one of his first audiences as pontiff that reaffirmed his appeal (上訴) for a peaceful, negotiated end to Russia's war. His Beatitude Sviatoslav Shevchuk said he invited Leo to visit Ukraine and presented the pope with a list of prisoners held by Russia. The Vatican under Pope Francis had worked for prisoner exchanges, as well as for the return of Ukrainian children taken to live in Russian-occupied territories. The Vatican didn't release any statement after the audience, one of the first private audiences held by Leo since his election May 8. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－

Today's guest is writer/director Natalia Leite. This director is one of the bravest filmmakers I've ever met. Her work on the VICE documentary ‘Life as a Truck-Stop Stripper was breathtaking. Not only did she direct the piece but one of the subjects in the film as well. Take a look below at her amazing work.Everyone knows what charming places strip clubs can be, but perhaps there is no club so charming as one in Moriarty, New Mexico—a truck stop with taxidermy and the bras of former employees on the walls, a few poles, a shitload of black light, and plenty of titties. Never mind that The Ultimate Strip Club List website describes it as the place “where strippers go to die.” Natalia Leite and Alexandra Roxo go Gonzo as they pose as strippers and experience something that can be best described as a Marina Abramovic performance crossed with a bizarro episode of Wife Swap directed by David Lynch's daughters, set in the type of place where a one-eyed guy who shot himself in the head dispenses meditation advice to two naked women.Natalia Leiteis a Brazilian writer/director. Her work has been described as having “a bracing, assertive style” (Variety), “emotional intelligence and sensitivity” (LA Times), and as “cementing the reign over highly stylized, sexually progressive dramas” (Slant).Her feature film “M.F.A.”, a psychological thriller centered around rape crimes in a university, premiered at SXSW 2017 and was nominated for a Grand Jury Prize. The film stars Francesca Eastwood and was released in theaters October 2017. Her feature film debut, “Bare,” premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2015, starring Dianna Agron.The film was released by IFC Films and Paramount Pictures. Natalia has created original content for Vice Media, most notably the provocative Vice show “Every Woman” which has garnered over 11 million views. She co-created and starred in the series “Be Here Nowish,” and has directed and shot documentaries internationally.Natalia is a contributing writer for Talk House and has been a featured speaker for NY Women In Film & Television, Apple Store Talks, IFP Filmmaker Conference, and numerous Universities. She also directs branded content for Vans, The North Face, Nasty Gal, and other companies. She recently signed with bicoastal production company Humble, her first commercial representation, and directs branded content for Vans, The North Face, and other companies.Enjoy my conversation with Natalia Leite.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.

Caroline re-plays her still humming with pertinence conversing with Pir Zia… from 2009….. Pir Zia is the first son of Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan and Taj Inayat, born in 1971 in Novato, California. He grew up in California, New York, and New Mexico. Since 2004 Pir Zia has served as Head of theInayati Order, guiding Sufi communities in the North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the South Pacific. To provide opportunities for intensive Sufi study, Pir Zia founded the Suluk Academy. Based at the Abode of the Message in upstate New York, the Suluk Academy currently offers courses for Sufi initiates in New York, California, and France. https://inayativancouver.org/pir-zia-biography/   *Woof*Woof*Wanna*Play?!?* · www.CoyoteNetworkNews.com · The Visionary Activist Show on Patreon The post The Visionary Activist Show – Green Hermeticism appeared first on KPFA.

listener comments? Feedback? Shoot us a text!Welcome to the ad-free & extended version of Episode 77! As a premium member, we thank you for supporting the podcast.What if I told you that there is an 18th-century painting of the Virgin Mary, armed with an Aztec weapon and surrounded by the bloody violence of the Pueblo Revolt, hanging in the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe? And that the Virgin herself had appeared to a 6-year-old little girl to give a warning about the revolt, and this image of the Virgin would later become known as "The Virgin of the Macana." In our latest episode, we delve into the mythology surrounding the origin of this image and explore its relevance to the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, as well as take a look at the presence of Mesoamerican warriors in Colonial New Mexico.All this and more, on this episode of the Tales From Aztlantis podcast!The Pueblo Revolt of 1680 was a pivotal moment in which the Pueblo people of New Mexico rose up against Spanish colonists, driving them out and securing their independence for 12 years. During the uprising, approximately 21 Franciscans and nearly 400 colonists lost their lives. Interestingly, no artists of that time ever bothered to memorialize this significant event in their work. It wasn't until the later 18th-century that visual representations of the revolt began to emerge. One such image, a painting known as The Virgin of the Macana—is now housed in the New Mexico History Museum.Your Hosts:Kurly Tlapoyawa is an archaeologist, ethnohistorian, and filmmaker. His research covers Mesoamerica, the American Southwest, and the historical connections between the two regions. He is the author of numerous books and has presented lectures at the University of New Mexico, Harvard University, Yale University, San Diego State University, and numerous others. He most recently released his documentary short film "Guardians of the Purple Kingdom," and is a cultural consultant for Nickelodeon Animation Studios.@kurlytlapoyawaRuben Arellano Tlakatekatl is a scholar, activist, and professor of history. His research explores Chicana/Chicano indigeneity, Mexican indigenist nationalism, and Coahuiltecan identity resurgence. Other areas of research include Aztlan (US Southwest), Anawak (Mesoamerica), and Native North America. He has presented and published widely on these topics and has taught courses at various institutions. He currently teaches history at Dallas College – Mountain View Campus. Find us: Bluesky Instagram Merch: Shop Aztlantis Book: The Four Disagreements: Letting Go of Magical Thinking

Knew Pete's ban wouldn't be lifted while he was alive but still shocked.  Should his family tell baseball to shove it??  Him and Shoeless Joe Jackson both were released from the ineligible list..wow!  It's so polarizing it made to young boys 7 & 9 get in a standoff with police…I'm joking.  But the standoff did happen in New Mexico.  We have a jet gifted from the Qatari government…do you accept it or not?  Dem's now saying that Biden wasn't as sharp as they made it seem…shocker we already knew that.  We have these and some more today with One More & I'm Outta Here.  Come join us in the chats.Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Apple, SpotifyREMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE….DOWNLOAD ON ALL YOUR AUDIO PLATFORMS….AND LEAVE A 5 STAR RATING AND REVIEW ON APPLE & SPOTIFY!!!New Sponsor:  Murphy Engraving-Reach out to Kevin for all your engraving needs!murphyengraving@gmail.com  513-616-6463  FACEBOOK: MURPHY ENGRAVINGINSTAGRAM: MURPHY_ENGRAVINGTell him One More & I'm Outta Here sent ya!!!

Many men feel the need to always be right in relationships, which can often lead to communication breakdowns and conflict. Once in a relationship, it's no longer about “you vs. me,” but rather about “us,” requiring mutual respect and honoring each other's feelings. Matthew Hoffman emphasizes avoiding known “landmines” in relationships—like repeatedly doing things that upset your partner—and deciding if a conflict is worth escalating. Jeremy Roadruck encourages men to stop settling for “good enough” relationships and to view communication as a toolset, like fitness routines or income streams, with multiple ways to approach and resolve issues. Asking for clarification and creating a “feedback loop” are vital tools for building strong, healthy relationships. Tina Huggins notes that women, particularly those with past marriages, may also feel the need to be right to prevent repeating past mistakes, adding another layer of complexity to modern relationships.   Watch the video here to learn more from Matthew P. Hoffman, Jeremy Roadruck and Tina Huggins https://www.youtube.com/live/RF95jebAV18?si=96QVx3flGJuIknvq To read Jeremy Roadruck's newest book, Lead Like a King: The Proven Roadmap to a Stronger Marriage, Deeper Connections, and Unstoppable Leadership, delivers a proven system to turn respect, admiration, and connection into a natural way of life. Through his book, companion self-study course, and consulting, Jeremy shows men how to stop tolerating “good enough” and start leading with presence, playfulness, and power. Preorder Lead Like a King today: https://www.leadlikeaking.com/pr...   KUNDALINI YOGA Fists of Anger-- this kriya helps you release and control your anger. Totally WORKS https://youtu.be/ckO8aCA5HQw?feature=shared   Wine and Food  Bubbles - most women like bubbles .  Gruet from New Mexico is still one  of the best WINE   the best value and quality. Honestly pairs well with spicy foods, grilled vegetables, salads and by itself. TRY GRUET ROSE NV Brut Rosé $17.00   CONACT Valerie Hail valerie@allinourminds.com www.allinourminds.com Merci

On this week's Tipping Point NM interview Paul talks to the legislator who scored the VERY best among all 112 in the Foundation's Freedom Index: Rep. Randy Pettigrew. Pettigrew represents Lea County in the Legislature. He has long been a conservative stalwart in the Legislature. Pettigrew pulls no punches in this frank discussion!  

Former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce and radio host Derek Underhill share perspectives with young New Mexicans Danielle Hernandez, & Denice Sanchez on the biggest local and national headlines every week!Discussed in this week's show:Massive fentanyl bust seizes 873 pounds in Albuquerque. What's driving this deadly surge?Albuquerque's crime stats twisted. How far will Keller go to dodge the truth?Kids, 7 and 9, wield loaded gun in Albuquerque standoff. What's sparking this youth chaos?Cuban murderer sneaks past border. How many killers hide in New Mexico's shadows?Woman ditches abortion after 700-mile drive. Hear her heart-stopping choice!Rio Rancho holds firm on voter ID. Will other cities dare defy the state?Sanders, AOC soar on $15,000/hour jets. How do they justify being against oligarchy?Trump halts India-Pakistan brinkmanship. Can he stop a nuclear catastrophe?Tune in to hear it all and more, and join us weekly for a closer look Inside New Mexico!

Ask Chad Grassy Logic - S3EP16 - Legal Trapper Life Guest: Al Adebo - Munchiez Summary: On this week's episode, we're hanging out with Al Adebo from Munchiez, talking about the wild journey of building a cannabis business in New Mexico. We'll hear how he went from launching in Ruidoso to expanding to multiple locations, and what makes the "Munchiez" brand tick. Plus, we're diving into the booming world of cannabis beverages and why they're becoming a big deal. Al also shares insights on creating fun content and the exciting future plans for Munchiez. It's a real look at what goes on behind the scenes in the cannabis industry, with plenty of cool stories and insights.

On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Drew Dolan, fund manager at DXD Capital, a self-storage-focused CRE firm based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Drew shares how his background in engineering and technical sales led to a pivot into development, and why he now prefers building over buying due to the greater margin for error and control over entitlements. He breaks down DXD's national development strategy, current projects in 20 states, and why fully entitled land is one of the most overlooked opportunities. Drew also shares insights on supply chain risks, market elasticity in self-storage, and how rising rates and housing stagnation impact demand. Drew Dolan Current role: Fund Manager at DXD Capital Based in: Albuquerque, New Mexico Say hi to them at: drew@dxd.capital or dxd.capital Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Try Huel with 15% OFF + Free Gift for New Customers today using my code bestever at https://huel.com/bestever. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When 30-year-old Emily Lambert vanished during a weekend trip to New Mexico in March 2014, her friends and family were left desperate for answers. What began as a fun getaway soon spiraled into a chilling mystery involving inconsistent stories, hidden motives, and a shocking confession. In this episode, we retrace Emily's final hours, examine the investigation that followed, and uncover the disturbing truth behind her tragic fate.

Kyle and Mark sit down with Richard Derrer, a seasoned farrier whose career has taken him from the cornfields of Indiana where he exhibited one of the all-time premier Clydesdale hitches to the high deserts of New Mexico where he continues his farrier career and cheers on his boys. Whether you're a horse lover, a fellow farrier, or just here for the stories, pull up a stool. You're in for a good one.Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #122!Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Glenwood Snacks Pennwoods Equine Products INC. The Draft Horse Journal Saginaw Valley Equine ClinicDo you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should have join us? Please send us any comments or questions to the Rinehold Tack & Western Wear mailbag at podcast@naclassicseries.com!

What is the meaning of the preliminary principle of the PCA's constitution? What is its relationship to the Westminster Confession of Faith? This and more with Zachary Garris in his conversation with Timon Cline and Ben Dunson.   Show Notes: https://americanreformer.org/2025/04/principle-and-confession/   Zachary Garris serves as pastor of Bryce Avenue Presbyterian Church (PCA) in White Rock, New Mexico. He is the author of Masculine Christianity, Honor Thy-Fathers: Recovering the Anti-Feminist Theology of the Reformers (New Christendom Press), and a forthcoming book on the Southern Presbyterians (coauthored with Sean McGowan). He writes at KnowingScripture.com.   Learn more about Zachary Garris at: https://www.brycepresbyterian.org/ https://knowingscripture.com/   ––––––   Follow American Reformer across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://www.twitter.com/amreformer Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmericanReformer/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanReformer Rumble – https://rumble.com/user/AmReformer Website – https://americanreformer.org/   Promote a vigorous Christian approach to the cultural challenges of our day, by donating to The American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/donate/   Follow Us on Twitter: Josh Abbotoy – https://twitter.com/Byzness Timon Cline – https://twitter.com/tlloydcline   The American Reformer Podcast is  hosted by Josh Abbotoy and Timon Cline, recorded remotely in the United States, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to our Podcast, "The American Reformer" Get our RSS Feed – https://americanreformerpodcast.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-american-reformer-podcast/id1677193347 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1V2dH5vhfogPIv0X8ux9Gm?si=a19db9dc271c4ce5

RD is back with another tasty cold brew, this time its Downshift Brewing Collective Good Kolsch out of New Mexico. Cheers!#beer #craftbeer #kolsch #downshiftbrewing #strikeoutbeer #travelBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strikeout-beer--2992189/support.

During a trip to S.W. Colorado in April of 2025, I discovered KSUT Public Radio in Ignacio, which operates as a tribal service and also serves anyone living in the Four Corners region, including Durango, Silverton, Cortez, Mancos, Pagosa Springs and parts of New Mexico, Arizona and S.E. Utah. It is an affiliate of NPR, the BBC, American Public Media and Public Radio International. Tami Graham, its Executive Director, sat down with me and explained the essential services KSUT provides, the threat to its existence if federal funding is withdrawn and the impact this would have on people living in its coverage area. Also on the program is an interview with Mac Thompson, founding member of Heartwood Cohousing (not far from Ignacio), established in the year 2000 and about to expand from 24 to 38 households. Listen and learn about cohousing in general and Heartwood Cohousing in particular.

The After Party Merch store is now open! Check out afterpartyinc.com. Its another episode of the After Party and on this one we bring on Devante who spills some tea on the podcast! From toxic times with his ex, to some nightlife tea and even him getting ran over, we got enough tea on this one for you. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I am delighted to host Rachel Ball, Coaching Development Lead at Steplab and a passionate advocate for effective teaching based on the science of learning. Rachel will explore her new book, The Scaffolding Effect, and the Explicit Instruction Conference we are both keynoting in New Mexico (sign up here!). … Continue reading S4E32: Rachel Ball on Scaffolded Instruction and Adaptive Teaching

Episode Overview:    In this captivating episode of the Higher Density Living Podcast, host Jason Rigby sits down with Dr. Rick Strassman, a world-renowned psychedelic researcher and author of the groundbreaking book DMT: The Spirit Molecule. Known for his pioneering clinical research on DMT and his deep explorations into altered states of consciousness, Dr. Strassman brings a unique perspective to the table as he dives into the Book of Genesis. Together, they explore the intersections of biblical narratives, Jewish tradition, and the spiritual insights gleaned from his decades of psychedelic and personal inquiry.   From the creation accounts to the Fall, the Flood, and the Tower of Babel, this episode unpacks Genesis through a lens that blends science, spirituality, and prophetic wisdom. Dr. Strassman shares his journey from Zen Buddhism to Judaism, his literal approach to interpreting biblical texts, and how his DMT research informs his understanding of human consciousness and divine interaction. Whether you're a spiritual seeker, a psychedelics enthusiast, or simply curious about the deeper meanings of Genesis, this episode offers a thought-provoking and enriching discussion.   Meet Dr. Rick Strassman   Born in 1952 in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Rick Strassman is a clinical psychiatrist, psychedelic researcher, and author whose work has reshaped our understanding of consciousness. After graduating with honors from Stanford University in biological sciences and earning his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he built a distinguished career in psychiatry and psychopharmacology. His groundbreaking DMT studies at the University of New Mexico in the 1990s marked the first U.S.-approved psychedelic research in over two decades, earning him global recognition.   Dr. Strassman's books, including DMT: The Spirit Molecule (a quarter-million copies sold and translated into over a dozen languages) and DMT and the Soul of Prophecy, bridge science and spirituality. His latest work, My Altered States (December 2024), is an illustrated memoir exploring his personal experiences with altered states from birth to early adulthood. Currently a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Dr. Strassman resides in Gallup, New Mexico, where he continues to write and consult for psychedelic startups.   Connect with Dr. Strassman: Website: rickstrassman.com Books: Amazon Author Page Joe Rogan Appearances: 2022 Episode | Earlier Episode   Key Topics Discussed:   1. Genesis Through a Jewish Lens   Dr. Strassman shares how his return to Jewish texts after leaving Zen Buddhism in 1996 shaped his understanding of Genesis. Raised in a conservative Jewish household, he re-engaged with the Hebrew Bible as an adult, finding parallels between the vivid experiences of his DMT volunteers and the prophetic visions of biblical figures. Two Creation Narratives: Genesis 1 offers a cosmic, orderly account, while Genesis 2 zooms into a detailed, human-focused story. Dr. Strassman views them as complementary—an overview followed by specifics—reflecting a divine act of creation from nothing. Divine Order and Cause-and-Effect: He explores how Genesis reveals God's nature through the laws of cause and effect, suggesting that nature itself mirrors divine will.   2. The Fall: Free Will and Consciousness   The conversation delves into Adam and Eve's disobedience, which Dr. Strassman frames as the first exercise of free will with explicit consequences. He challenges the notion of the fruit as a psychedelic, instead emphasizing its role in shifting human perception from truth to the duality of good and evil. Shabbat as Eternal Rest: Jason raises the idea of the Sabbath lacking an “evening and morning” close, hinting at an eternal state. Dr. Strassman connects this to emulating God's rest, though he notes the Hebrew Bible avoids afterlife specifics.   3. Cain, Abel, and the Flood: Sin as a Virus   From Cain's envy-driven murder of Abel to the violence (Hebrew: Hamas) preceding the Flood, Dr. Strassman sees these stories as literal events encoding lessons about human nature and societal decay. The Flood, he suggests, was a divine reset prompted by humanity's failure to align with God's intent. Sons of Elohim: Theories range from angels to elites interbreeding with humans, disrupting divine order. Dr. Strassman remains open but grounded in the text's ambiguity.   4. Tower of Babel: Misunderstood Ambition   Dr. Strassman offers a fresh take on the Tower of Babel, arguing it's less about hubris and more about humanity's refusal to disperse post-Flood as God commanded. The scattering, he posits, fulfilled an original divine plan, with the tower as a symbol of misdirected unity.   5. Abraham's Covenant and Monotheism   The patriarchal narratives (Genesis 12–50) shift focus to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Dr. Strassman highlights Abraham's call as a pivotal revelation of monotheism, questioning why Abraham was chosen—a mystery deepened by Midrashic tales of his iconoclastic zeal. Egypt's Role: He attributes Egypt's prominence to its cultural dominance, akin to the modern U.S., rather than mystical significance.   6. Prophecy, Psychedelics, and the Living Word   Drawing from his DMT research, Dr. Strassman theorizes that prophetic visions might stem from endogenous DMT spikes, serving as a bridge for divine communication. He views Genesis as a prophetically received text, resonating with readers through its altered-state origins. Is the Bible Living? While Jason sees it as God's living word, Dr. Strassman approaches it as a guidebook to cause and effect, enduringly relevant but not inherently “alive” beyond its influence.   7. From Zen to Judaism   Dr. Strassman reflects on his shift from Zen Buddhism—where he felt alienated by iconography—to Judaism's monotheistic grounding. This transition, sparked by personal and professional changes, led him to a more literal, grounded study of biblical texts.   Memorable Quotes On DMT and Reality: “When volunteers said it felt ‘more real than real,' I learned to take it at face value—it opened up the strangest, most fascinating parts of their experiences.” On Genesis: “If you assume it's real, you can enter its world and learn what it's like. It's complex and rich in ways you miss if you see it as just archetypes.” On Prophecy: “The Hebrew Bible's appeal lies in its prophetic state—it's like reading a text that tingles with divine resonance.” On Monotheism: “It's not about whether it's wise—it's about whether it's true.”   Why You Should Listen   This episode is a rare fusion of psychedelic science and biblical exegesis, offering fresh insights into Genesis from a thinker who's explored both the outer edges of consciousness and the depths of Jewish tradition. Dr. Strassman's literal yet open-minded approach challenges conventional interpretations, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in spirituality, human potential, or the mysteries of existence.   Resources & Links Books by Dr. Rick Strassman: DMT: The Spirit Molecule – Buy on Amazon DMT and the Soul of Prophecy – Buy on Amazon My Altered States (Dec 2024) – Buy on Amazon Joe Rogan Episodes: 2022 Interview Earlier Interview Dr. Strassman's Website: rickstrassman.com   Call to Action   Enjoyed this deep dive into Genesis with Dr. Rick Strassman? Subscribe to the Higher Density Living Podcast for more thought-provoking conversations. Share this episode with friends, leave a review, and grab Dr. Strassman's books to explore his groundbreaking work further. Let us know your thoughts in the comments—what's your take on Genesis as a living text?  

The Media Arts & Technology department at New Mexico Highlands University is a one-of-a-kind program. Students not only learn about technology and design, but they get to implement their ideas, working from brainstorming and mind mapping to exhibition design and installation, interactive displays, and so much more. NMHU professors Lauren Addario and Becca Sharp join Emily Withnall to talk about their program and their 20-year partnership with the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, including their exhibition design at many of DCA's Historic Sites. This partnership and internship program is one way students from rural parts of the state can learn about various jobs in the arts and develop their skills in design, interpretation, cultural technology, and so much more. Mentioned in this Episode: NMHU Media Arts & Technology Los Luceros Historic Site Jemez Historic Site Coronado Historic Site Bosque Redondo Memorial at Fort Sumner Historic Site New Mexico State Land Office Returning Home article by DezBaa' about the NM State Land Office's land exchange program Mineral Hill (Lauren's band!) We'd love to hear from you! Let us know what you loved about the episode, share a personal story it made you think of, or ask us a question at elpalacio@dca.nm.gov. You can write an email or record a short voice memo and attach it for us to listen to.  Visit newmexicoculture.org for info about our museums, historic sites, virtual tours, and more.  Our favorite way to fully experience everything they have to offer is with the New Mexico CulturePass. Reserve yours online!   If you love New Mexico, you'll love El Palacio Magazine! Subscribe to El Palacio today. Encounter Culture, a production of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, is produced and edited by Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios.  Hosted by Emily Withnall, editor at El Palacio MagazineExecutive Producer: Daniel Zillmann Technical Director & Post-Production Audio: Edwin R. RuizRecording Engineer: Collin Ungerleider and Kabby at Kabby Sound Studios in Santa FeEditor & Production Manager: Alex RieglerAssociate Producer & Editor: Monica Braine (Assiniboine/Lakota) Theme Music: D'Santi Nava Instagram: @newmexicanculture and @elpalaciomagazine

Correspondent Gwyneth Doland interviews NMPBS General Manager Franz Joachim, who lays out the facts on what President Trump's executive order to end federal funding for public media could mean here at home.The dam that creates the El Vado Reservoir on the Rio Chama Tributary is leaking — and in dire need of repair. Correspondent Elizabeth Miller recently spoke with water management expert Adrian Oglesby about the dam, as well as his concerns over the water outlook for New Mexico this summer.Segments:NMPBS General Manager on Proposed Federal Cuts to Public MediaCorrespondent: Gwyneth DolandGuest: Franz Joachim, General Manager and CEO, NMPBSFailing Water Architecture in NMCorrespondent: Elizabeth MillerGuest: Adrian Oglesby, Director, UNM Utton Transboundary Resources Center 

Nick Archuleta and North Dakota United, the state's combined teacher and public workers union, are touting a report showing that our state is sliding down the rankings in terms of teacher pay. We're now 40th in the nation, down significantly from roughly a decade ago. But Archuleta admitted during an interview on Plain Talk that educators could be doing a better job of giving the taxpayers some context around the pay issue. "We are horrible at telling our success stories," he said. "We have to do a better job," he added, rattling off some examples of the stories that could be told. "Eighth graders are second in the nation in mathematics. Fourth graders are third in the nation in mathematics. Archuleta said it's also time to "tone down the rhetoric surrounding K12 education" and back off some of the expectations, from the left and the right, that educators be central to the culture wars. "Everybody that I know that has gone into education goes into it because they want to make sure that every child has the best educational outcomes that they can possibly have," he said. "They don't go into it to be part of a political scrum and they shouldn't. That's exactly the wrong reason to get into education." As for teacher pay specifically? Archuleta said that North Dakota is "not increasing salaries very quickly." He also noted that other states like Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and New Mexico have "done things that actually raise salaries faster." This is impacting North Dakota's ability to recruit new teachers. "We have an acute teacher shortage in North Dakota" that "has gotten to the point, this is particularly true in rural areas but also in our larger areas, where we're depending more and more on foreign based teachers, particularly from the Philippines." Also on this episode, co-host Chad Oban and I talk about how on-going chaos in the North Dakota Republican Party and a possible legal fight with the state Ethics Commission may impact the upcoming election cycle. We also take a look at the last bills from the recently-concluded legislative session that are on Gov. Kelly Armstrong's desk and what he might do with them. (Full disclosure: Oban also works for North Dakota United.) This episode is presented by Lignite Energy Council, an organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the development of North Dakota's abundant lignite resources. Their goal is to maintain a viable lignite coal industry and support the generation of electricity, synthetic natural gas, and valuable byproducts. Visit www.Lignite.com/Podcast to connect and learn more. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive  

Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHThe movie kicks off with a ton of hot air balloons and, despite what the title wants you to believe, there's not a cloud in sight.Jared shows up to pilot one of the balloons so these two lovebirds can get engaged.We then meet Brooklyn. She's a business reporter who apparently has too much personality. Her boss tells her she has one more chance to tone it down or she's fired. Her friend tells her about this hot air balloon fiesta in Albuquerque and suggests she cover it. Lucky for her, a colleague quits, and she gets to go.Her boss calls Jared and asks if he'd be willing to let her reporter do a story on him—and stay with him. He agrees, as long as they don't ask about his personal life. The boss then tells Brooklyn to absolutely dig into his personal life.Turns out Brooklyn is afraid of heights and asks her videographer to go up for her—until she meets Jared and is immediately like, “hubba hubba.”She spends the evening looking at his website. He spends the evening watching videos of her reporting.They wake up at 3 a.m. to get to the festival. It doesn't take long to find out Jared is pretty jaded when it comes to love, despite running romantic balloon rides. Could be because his fiancée left him for a rival balloonist. Brooklyn's boss wants that scoop on jaded Jared.The wind's too strong to actually fly, so Jared and Brooklyn spend the day together, and she's impressed by his passion for ballooning.Another windy day, another grounded balloon—so he shows her around town instead.Her boss keeps calling, demanding dirt on Jared's personal life, but Brooklyn's not giving anything up.That night, they end up holding hands as they watch the glowing hot air balloons. Sparks are flying.She spends the evening with Jared and his family, and he finally opens up about how his fiancée left him and kind of ruined love for him.Brooklyn tells her friend Elise that she can't do the story her boss wants. What she wants is to stop living in fear. Tomorrow... she's going up in a balloon!They take off, and she's so thrilled she kisses him—and he kisses her back! They land hard and tip over, but she's not even upset. He runs to pick up a necklace she liked earlier and gives it to her during the drone show. They almost kiss again.Her boss calls about the story. She tells him she's not doing it—but all he hears is her talking about the story, and he's mad.She tries to talk to Jared before she leaves, but he's not having it. So she posts the segment—the story she wanted to tell—and it goes viral. She quits her job, and promptly gets a call from a New Mexico channel. She's hired. So that's nice.Jared watches the story and realizes he done goofed. He rushes to the airport, apologizes for being a dummy, and she tells him she's staying. They kiss—big time.The movie ends with them going back up in a balloon. He proposes. She says yes. They kiss some more.

A recent ACLJ pro-life victory has spurred the Trump Administration into action. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is launching an investigation into a New Mexico hospital after learning from the ACLJ that five ultrasound technicians were forced to decide between keeping their jobs or violating their religious conscience. The Sekulow team discusses HHS Secretary RFK Jr.'s hospital investigation, the ACLJ's legal work – and much more.

Immigration Policy and Constitutional IssuesDescription: Explores immigration as a state vs. federal issue, citing the Constitution, Supreme Court decisions (Chilling the Freeman, 1875), and policies under Biden and Trump. Critiques lack of due process, natural rights, and federal overreach, including the Alien Enemies Act and Article IV, Section 4 violations. References specific cases like Abril Garcia, Miss Ozturk, and Ross Baraka.Timecodes: 00:00:00 - 00:00:54, 00:05:28 - 00:11:35, 00:17:47 - 00:28:41.Abrego Garcia Case and State Secrets PrivilegeDescription: Focuses on the case of Abril Garcia, allegedly an MS-13 member deported without due process or evidence. Critiques the Trump administration's use of the State Secrets Privilege to justify actions, comparing it to mafia tactics and highlighting transparency issues.Timecodes: 00:11:35 - 00:17:47.Ukraine Biolabs and Geopolitical CritiqueDescription: Discusses claims of U.S.-funded biolabs in Ukraine since 2005, involving Dick Lugar and Barack Obama. Critiques U.S. involvement in the 2014 Ukraine coup and dealings with neo-Nazis, framing it as part of broader geopolitical overreach.Timecode: 00:31:40 - 00:36:54.Epic City Muslim Development in TexasDescription: Discussion of Texas Governor Greg Abbott halting a 402-acre Muslim community (Epic City) near Dallas, citing concerns about violence and cultural incompatibility based on European experiences (e.g., riots in France, England). Claims Islam promotes violence and dominance, with viewer comments opposing the project and warning of second-generation radicalization. Texas launched criminal investigations, supported by the host.Timecodes: 01:08:10 - 01:29:32.Measles Outbreaks and Vaccine CritiqueDescription: Discussion of Texas and New Mexico leading in measles cases despite high MMR vaccination rates, questioning vaccine efficacy and suggesting vaccines cause measles via gain-of-function research. Claims the MMR vaccine's live virus can be shed, citing studies from 1995 and 2012. Argues sanitation, not vaccines, reduced diseases, supported by viewer comments from “Syrian Girl” and “Dustin de Helm.”Timecodes: 01:21:51 - 01:33:09.Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Media BacklashDescription: Discussion of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Dr. Phil appearance advocating for parental research on vaccines, met with backlash from Washington Post, New York Times, MSNBC, and Newsweek. 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Accusation that churches have adopted Marxist identity politics, prioritizing race over gospel principles, with outrage at their refusal to help persecuted farmers.Timecode: 02:19:49 - 02:23:19.Pediatrician's Lawsuit Against CDCDescription: Discussion of Dr. Samira Cardenas suing the CDC for requiring Covid vaccines in the Vaccines for Children program, losing her practice due to Medicaid contract termination after refusing to administer them. Critique of financial pressures on doctors to push vaccines despite safety concerns, with details on her ethical stance and data showing vaccine injuries.Timecode: 02:36:50 - 02:41:24.Public Schools as Harmful InfluenceDescription: Story of a mother and daughter (Penny) detailing public schools' role in social transitioning, leading to anxiety, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. Teachers encouraged transgender identity, hiding it from parents, with recovery through homeschooling and faith. Schools labeled “seminaries of Satan,” with a “Common Man” narrative critiquing elite control and calling for truth-sharing.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

Immigration Policy and Constitutional IssuesDescription: Explores immigration as a state vs. federal issue, citing the Constitution, Supreme Court decisions (Chilling the Freeman, 1875), and policies under Biden and Trump. Critiques lack of due process, natural rights, and federal overreach, including the Alien Enemies Act and Article IV, Section 4 violations. References specific cases like Abril Garcia, Miss Ozturk, and Ross Baraka.Timecodes: 00:00:00 - 00:28:41.Abrego Garcia Case and State Secrets PrivilegeDescription: Focuses on the case of Abril Garcia, allegedly an MS-13 member deported without due process or evidence. Critiques the Trump administration's use of the State Secrets Privilege to justify actions, comparing it to mafia tactics and highlighting transparency issues.Timecodes: 00:11:35 - 00:17:47.Ukraine Biolabs and Geopolitical CritiqueDescription: Discusses claims of U.S.-funded biolabs in Ukraine since 2005, involving Dick Lugar and Barack Obama. Critiques U.S. involvement in the 2014 Ukraine coup and dealings with neo-Nazis, framing it as part of broader geopolitical overreach.Timecode: 00:31:40 - 00:36:54.Epic City Muslim Development in TexasDescription: Discussion of Texas Governor Greg Abbott halting a 402-acre Muslim community (Epic City) near Dallas, citing concerns about violence and cultural incompatibility based on European experiences (e.g., riots in France, England). Claims Islam promotes violence and dominance, with viewer comments opposing the project and warning of second-generation radicalization. Texas launched criminal investigations, supported by the host.Timecodes: 01:08:10 - 01:29:32.Measles Outbreaks and Vaccine CritiqueDescription: Discussion of Texas and New Mexico leading in measles cases despite high MMR vaccination rates, questioning vaccine efficacy and suggesting vaccines cause measles via gain-of-function research. Claims the MMR vaccine's live virus can be shed, citing studies from 1995 and 2012. Argues sanitation, not vaccines, reduced diseases, supported by viewer comments from “Syrian Girl” and “Dustin de Helm.”Timecodes: 01:21:51 - 01:33:09.Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Media BacklashDescription: Discussion of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Dr. Phil appearance advocating for parental research on vaccines, met with backlash from Washington Post, New York Times, MSNBC, and Newsweek. Critique of media's appeal to authority, particularly Monica Hesse's article equating vaccine-skeptical parents with conspiracy theorists, sparking host outrage.Timecode: 01:36:02 - 01:40:40.South African Genocide and Refugee PolicyDescription: Discussion of Trump's support for white South African farmers facing genocide, with the U.S. accepting them as refugees. Details on atrocities (e.g., “rape gates” in homes), media silence, and South African government inaction, supported by Breitbart reports and a pastor's testimony. Includes infrastructure decline, skepticism of Trump's motives, and praise for fostering dialogue, with Rubio's comments and viewer anecdotes reinforcing the narrative.Timecodes: 02:06:28 - 02:25:36.Episcopal Church Quits Refugee ProgramDescription: Report on an Episcopal group withdrawing from a taxpayer-funded refugee program due to the inclusion of white South African refugees, criticized as racially motivated and contrary to Christian values. Accusation that churches have adopted Marxist identity politics, prioritizing race over gospel principles, with outrage at their refusal to help persecuted farmers.Timecode: 02:19:49 - 02:23:19.Pediatrician's Lawsuit Against CDCDescription: Discussion of Dr. Samira Cardenas suing the CDC for requiring Covid vaccines in the Vaccines for Children program, losing her practice due to Medicaid contract termination after refusing to administer them. Critique of financial pressures on doctors to push vaccines despite safety concerns, with details on her ethical stance and data showing vaccine injuries.Timecode: 02:36:50 - 02:41:24.Public Schools as Harmful InfluenceDescription: Story of a mother and daughter (Penny) detailing public schools' role in social transitioning, leading to anxiety, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. Teachers encouraged transgender identity, hiding it from parents, with recovery through homeschooling and faith. 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listener comments? Feedback? Shoot us a text!What if I told you that there is an 18th-century painting of the Virgin Mary, armed with an Aztec weapon and surrounded by the bloody violence of the Pueblo Revolt, hanging in the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe? And that the Virgin herself had appeared to a 6-year-old little girl to give a warning about the revolt, and this image of the Virgin would later become known as "The Virgin of the Macana." In our latest episode, we delve into the mythology surrounding the origin of this image and explore its relevance to the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, as well as take a look at the presence of Mesoamerican warriors in Colonial New Mexico.All this and more, on this episode of the Tales From Aztlantis podcast!The Pueblo Revolt of 1680 was a pivotal moment in which the Pueblo people of New Mexico rose up against Spanish colonists, driving them out and securing their independence for 12 years. During the uprising, approximately 21 Franciscans and nearly 400 colonists lost their lives. Interestingly, no artists of that time ever bothered to memorialize this significant event in their work. It wasn't until the later 18th-century that visual representations of the revolt began to emerge. One such image, a painting known as The Virgin of the Macana—is now housed in the New Mexico History Museum. Support the showYour Hosts:Kurly Tlapoyawa is an archaeologist, ethnohistorian, and filmmaker. His research covers Mesoamerica, the American Southwest, and the historical connections between the two regions. He is the author of numerous books and has presented lectures at the University of New Mexico, Harvard University, Yale University, San Diego State University, and numerous others. He most recently released his documentary short film "Guardians of the Purple Kingdom," and is a cultural consultant for Nickelodeon Animation Studios.@kurlytlapoyawaRuben Arellano Tlakatekatl is a scholar, activist, and professor of history. His research explores Chicana/Chicano indigeneity, Mexican indigenist nationalism, and Coahuiltecan identity resurgence. Other areas of research include Aztlan (US Southwest), Anawak (Mesoamerica), and Native North America. He has presented and published widely on these topics and has taught courses at various institutions. He currently teaches history at Dallas College – Mountain View Campus. Find us: Bluesky Instagram Merch: Shop Aztlantis Book: The Four Disagreements: Letting Go of Magical Thinking

Last time we spoke about the second Okinawa Offensive. In the brutal Second Okinawa Counteroffensive, American forces confronted staunch Japanese defenses, with Captain Ryan leading a valiant charge for territory. Despite fierce resistance and heavy casualties, his troops managed to seize crucial ground, enduring intense hand-to-hand combat atop Ryan Ridge. The battle raged on, with American forces fighting through exhaustion and dwindling supplies, while the Japanese, though determined, faced declining morale as they lost ground. The relentless struggle exemplified extraordinary sacrifice on both sides, but it foreshadowed a turning point in the Pacific campaign. As American advances continued, the tide shifted, marking the beginning of the end for Japanese dominance in the region, ultimately paving the way for Allied victory. This episode is the Battle of the Malacca Strait Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  After the failure of their second offensive, the Japanese turned all their energies toward waging a prolonged battle of attrition. Their losses did not impair immediately their defensive capacities; thus the 24th Corps found no weak point in the Shuri defenses resulting from the ill-starred offensive. By throwing fresh troops into the attack of 4 May Ushijima had been able to maintain his strength all along the line. Nor was there any breakdown in his command and staff operation. Front-line units were reorganized without seeming loss of effectiveness; available reinforcements were carefully allotted to existing regiments; local counterattacks were timed for maximum effect. General Ushijima's chief task now was to keep sufficient combat troops at the front to man his Shuri defenses. It was apparent by 7 May that the strength of the remaining regular infantry was not great enough for this task. Consequently, Ushijima converted service units into infantry combat groups. By mixing service troops with the "regulars," he exacted from them their maximum combat effectiveness. "One man in ten will continue with his rear-echelon duties. The remaining nine men will devote themselves to antitank combat training," one order stated. The reorganization of the 32d Regiment, 24th Division, was typical of the resourcefulness of the Japanese. The regimental headquarters received 5 men from the 24th Transport Regiment. The 1st Battalion kept its own surviving members and was allotted all the survivors of the 2d Battalion, 20 men from the 7th Shipping Depot, 90 from the 24th Transport Regiment, and y from the 26th Sea Raiding Squadron. The 2d Battalion was totally reconstituted from the 29th Independent Infantry Battalion and other units. The 3d Battalion was reorganized in a manner similar to that used with the 1st. It was by this process of piecing units together that the 32d Army was able to stay intact long after the original combat units had been virtually destroyed, a capability which at the time American intelligence officers found "baffling." After his offensive failed, the enemy formed a line in which the relative position of the major units was to remain roughly the same until the end of the battle. On the east the 24th Division, reinforced by two independent battalions, held the line as far as Shuri, with its 89th Regiment on the east, its 22d in the center, and its 32d on the west. The remnants of the battered 62d Division were stretched from a point north of Shuri almost to the west coast, holding about one-third of the line. Along the Asa River estuary was a battalion of the 44th Independent Mixed Brigade. The Japanese husbanded their remaining heavy weapons, especially their artillery, as carefully as they meted out their manpower. On 6 May the Japanese 5th Artillery Command directed its units to "revert to the [defensive] situation which held prior to the attack situation of 3 May." Once again the protection of individual pieces was a cardinal feature of enemy operations. Artillery units were ordered to "use ammunition with the utmost economy" and to "wait and fire for effect against vital targets." Along the west coast, preliminary plans were underway for the deployment of General Shepherd's 6th Marine Division to the front lines, while General Del Valle's 1st Marine Division continued its assault on the Dakeshi-Awacha hill complex. Colonel Snedeker's 7th Marines secured the coastal flank after capturing the north bank of the Asa River. Meanwhile, Colonel Arthur Mason's 1st Marines focused their efforts on the western approaches to the Dakeshi hill defenses, but they were ultimately repulsed by the tenacious Japanese defenders around Hill 60. In the Awacha Pocket, Colonel Griebel's 5th Marines faced fierce opposition, resulting in only modest territorial gains. To the east, after successfully fending off multiple strong enemy counterattacks, General Bruce's 77th Division advanced 800 yards south toward Hill 187, establishing control over the southern slope of the Maeda Escarpment. Finally, operations in General Arnold's 7th Division area were confined to robust patrols aimed at securing the approaches to Conical Hill and eliminating the remaining fragments of the failed Japanese counteroffensive. Convinced that the Japanese had nearly exhausted their fresh reserves, General Buckner began planning a comprehensive assault on the Shuri defenses with his two corps. On May 7, General Geiger was assigned to command the 1st Marine Division within the 24th Corps front and oversee the southern movement of the 6th Marine Division, with General Buckner taking direct tactical control of the two-corps assault. Heavy rains on the morning of 7 May delayed the projected IIIAC advance until tanks were able to negotiate the muddy terrain. In the 1st Marines' zone, the new regimental commander, Colonel Arthur T. Mason, ordered 3/1 to support the attack of the 2d Battalion on Hill 60 with all available weapons (four battalions of artillery, a fire support ship, and 81-mm. and 60-mm. mortars) by firing into the enemy reverse slope defenses. All morning long the regiment's mortars concentrated on the enemy position, and at 1400 when tanks finally reached the front lines the battalion attacked with Company E in assault. Artillery fire covered the foot of the objective while mortars and assault guns blanketed the crest and reverse slopes. The company swept to the top of Hill 60 by 1422 in a vivid demonstration of "the effect of properly massed, supporting fires in front of assault troops." Once the company entered the impact zone, however, and supporting fires were shifted to other targets the enemy defenders emerged from their caves and engaged the Marines in hand grenade duels. The fighting was at such close range that it was impossible to keep enough grenades on the line, and the marines used rifle butts against Japanese who tried to storm their position. Gradually the volume of Japanese fire of all types "grew noticeably stronger and progressively more intense so that it was evident that the enemy was receiving large reinforcements." The troops lost their hold at one point, then fought their way to the top again, yet the continuing Japanese fire from the reverse slope of Nan Hill was the decisive factor. The threat of a strong counterattack measured against the dwindling strength of Company E forced Lieutenant Colonel Magee to adjudge the company's advanced position untenable and to order a withdrawal to the previous night's lines. To the west, the 5th Marines steadily advanced approximately 400 yards in the Awacha Pocket, while the 77th Division gained up to 500 yards of enemy territory despite increasingly fierce resistance. By the end of the day, Colonel Coolidge's 305th Regiment had relieved the weary 307th. On the east coast, Colonel Green's 184th Regiment resumed its southward push, quickly capturing Gaja Ridge and William Hill, but faced greater opposition as they approached the western flanks of Conical Hill. Meanwhile, Colonel Pachler's 17th Regiment continued its assault toward Zebra Hill but could only secure How Hill and make incremental gains on Kochi Ridge, depleting their strength. The following day, as General Bradley's replenished 96th Division prepared to relieve the 7th, the 184th Regiment managed to occupy the forward slope of Easy Hill near Kibara without armored support. Throughout the rest of the 10th Army front, relentless cold rain effectively canceled planned offensive operations, leading the 1st Marines to focus on dismantling enemy positions on Nan Hill. Colonel Schneider's 22nd Marines took over from the 7th Marines along the Asa River just as news of the victory in Europe reached the infantry units, prompting a somewhat indifferent reaction from the rain-soaked soldiers preoccupied with the ongoing fighting in Okinawa. Exactly at 1200 every available artillery piece and naval gun fired three volleys at vital enemy targets to apprise the Japanese of the defeat of their Axis partner. On May 9, Japanese kamikaze pilots launched a series of scattered attacks, damaging the carrier Formidable and two destroyers. In preparation for Buckner's general offensive, the 22nd Marines patrolled their front to identify suitable crossing sites over the Asa River. Meanwhile, with Nan Hill fully cleared, Mason's 2nd Battalion renewed its assault on Hill 60, while the 1st Battalion advanced into the high ground to the east, successfully capturing their objective this time. Reinforced by elements of the 7th Marines, the 5th Marines also launched another attack on the Awacha Pocket but continued to encounter fierce resistance. In response, Griebel was tasked with reducing the Awacha defenses using two battalions, while Snedeker's reinforced 7th Marines pressed the offensive southward. To the east, General Bruce focused his efforts on the 305th Regiment's sector, resulting in the 3rd Battalion securing a foothold on Hill 187. The 17th Regiment, which had fought tenaciously to capture Kochi Ridge and the high ground west of Conical Hill, was relieved by Colonel Dill's 382nd Regiment. Concurrently, Colonel May's 383rd Regiment moved into forward assembly areas behind the 184th and on May 10, took over the positions north of Conical Hill. Both fresh regiments of the 96th Division were then able to destroy enemy strongpoints that had impeded the progress of the weary 7th Division and capture key hills that protected the approaches to Conical. On the west coast, after stealthily constructing a footbridge across the Asa during the night, three companies of the 22nd Marines successfully crossed the river. However, two Japanese "human demolition charges" emerged from hiding and rushed the south end of the footbridge, destroying it. Despite the challenges, the attack south toward the town of Asa continued, successfully establishing a bridgehead that stretched 1,400 yards long and 350 yards deep by the end of the day. To the east, the 1st Marines launched an assault on the western end of Dakeshi but were pushed back by intense enfilading fire from the ridge. Similarly, although the 7th Marines initially advanced rapidly against scattered opposition, they were ultimately forced to withdraw under heavy Japanese fire. Behind them, after fending off two fierce night counterattacks, the 5th Marines failed to isolate the Awacha Pocket but made significant strides, penetrating deep into the heart of the Awacha defenses. Meanwhile, the 305th Regiment captured additional high ground leading toward the crucial road junction north of Shuri, where the reorganized and reinforced 32nd Regiment had established its primary defenses. The remnants of the 62nd Division were gradually being withdrawn toward Shuri, with General Suzuki's fresh 44th Independent Mixed Brigade taking over the western sector. On May 11, General Buckner initiated his general offensive against Shuri, planning to envelop the town from both the west and east. However, this offensive was preceded by Admiral Ugaki's sixth mass Kikisui strike, during which 150 kamikazes launched successful attacks on American shipping. That morning, the 721st Kokutai's Sub-Lieutenant Yasunori Seizo led six kamikazes out of Kanoya. By 10:02, Admiral Mitscher was informed of possible bogeys infiltrating the returning TF 58 strike to reach the US carriers. Two minutes later came an overhead Corsair's sudden frantic warning: “Alert! Alert! Two planes diving on the Bunker Hill!” Almost immediately, Yasunori's Zero dove out of low overcast toward Bunker Hill and released its payload. The 550lb bomb pierced the flight deck, exited the side of the hull, and exploded above water. Simultaneously, Yasunori's Zero caromed into the center of Bunker Hill's flight deck, its gas tank exploding among 34 manned, armed, and fully fueled US fighters, before careening blazing over the side. One minute later, Yasunori's wingman Ensign Ogawa Kiyoshi roared past Bunker Hill, climbed steeply into a roll, and then dove straight at the carrier. Ogawa released his 550lb bomb, which scored amidships and exploded in the gallery deck, slaughtering much of Mitscher's staff. Simultaneously, Ogawa deliberately slammed his Zero into Bunker Hill's island just 100ft from Mitscher. Mitscher's operations officer, Commander Jimmy Flatley, had just left the gallery deck when Ogawa's bomb struck, searing his back. Mitscher had observed the entire attack in silence, and just then emerged from the bridge to gaze at the blazing flight deck. The Flag Plot was choked with billowing smoke and Mitscher's chief-of-staff, a gasping, wheezing Commodore Arleigh Burke, ordered it evacuated. A third Zero then dove on Bunker Hill, but anti-aircraft fire sent it blazing into the sea close aboard. Aboard Bunker Hill, a cascade of gasoline explosions erupted from burning planes aft, while tracers sprayed haphazardly from detonating machine gun ammunition. Speed fell to 10kts and as the crew began intensive firefighting efforts, a slight list developed. Cruiser Wilkes-Barre and three destroyers came alongside to fight fires and rescue 300 men forced overboard, yet most of Bunker Hill's fighter pilots had been asphyxiated in their ready room. By 11:30, however, damage was largely stabilized. Nevertheless, Bunker Hill had lost 393 men killed and 264 wounded. Although horribly outnumbered, the Americans' Corsair CAP shot down 50 attackers before the Japanese got through at 0800hrs. Over the next 90 minutes the two violently maneuvering destroyers would claim a combined 42 kills before Evans was disabled by four kamikaze hits. Minutes later Hugh W. Hadley was knocked out by her third kamikaze hit. With his ship dead in the water and blazing uncontrollably, Hugh W. Hadley's Commander Mullaney ordered all available colors hoisted: “If this ship is going down, she's going down with all flags flying.” Escorting the destroyers were three LCS(L)s and one LSM(R), who themselves combined to splash 14 Japanese planes before the action mercifully ended. All six ships survived, but the destroyers were towed to Kerama Retto, having suffered a combined 60 killed and 94 wounded. East of Okinawa, a G4M Betty bomber and four Ki-43 Oscars attacked RPS-5 at 0800hrs. One plane crashed destroyer-minelayer Harry F. Bauer (DM-26)'s stern, the kamikaze miraculously “plowing through the rack of depth charges and shoving them into the sea with none of them exploding.” Escorting LCS(L)-88 splashed two Oscars, the second scoring a posthumous 220lb bomb hit on her which killed nine and wounded seven. Back on the west coast, supported by tanks and artillery, the 22nd Marines advanced toward Amike. Their 3rd Battalion established control of the high ground overlooking Naha after an 800-yard advance, while the 1st Battalion gained the coral ridge in front after a series of costly assaults. The 2nd Battalion further extended the line to connect with the 1st Marine Division. Del Valle's advance was spearheaded by Mason's 2nd Battalion, which successfully secured a foothold on the high ground west of Wana despite a heavy artillery bombardment. In constructing the Wana position the Japanese had "taken advantage of every feature of a terrain so difficult it could not have been better designed if the enemy himself had the power to do so." With this natural advantage, the enemy had so organized the area that in order to crack the main line of resistance it was necessary for the 1st Marine Division to wheel towards Shuri and attack directly into the heart of the city's powerful defenses. Any attempt to drive past Shuri and continue the attack to the south would mean unacceptable losses inflicted by artillery, mortar, automatic-weapons, and rifle fire coming from the heights that commanded the division's flank and rear areas. The southernmost branch of the Asa Kawa wandered across the gently rising floor of Wana Draw and through the northern part of Shuri. The low rolling ground bordering the insignificant stream was completely exposed to enemy fire from positions along the reverse slope of Wana Ridge and the military crest of the ridge to the south. At its mouth Wana Draw was approximately 400 yards wide, but it narrowed drastically as it approached the city and the ridge walls closed on the stream bed. Guarding the western end of the draw was Hill 55, rugged terminus of the southern ridge line. The hill bristled with enemy guns whose fields of fire included the whole of the open ground leading to the draw. Defending the Wana position was the 64th Brigade of the 62d Division with remnants of the 15th, 23d, and 273d Independent Infantry Battalions, the 14th Independent Machine Gun Battalion, and the 81st Field Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion under its command. The 7th Marines advanced approximately 800 yards, establishing a firm hold on Dakeshi Ridge, while the 5th Marines eliminated the last organized resistance in the Awacha Pocket. In the center of the front, Bruce's two regiments needed to coordinate more closely with neighboring divisions than with one another. As a result, the 305th Regiment advanced up to 500 yards against fierce resistance, while Colonel Smith's 306th Regiment struggled to make headway against the formidable defenses of Chocolate Drop Hill and Wart Hill. To the east, after repelling a series of night counterattacks, the 382nd Regiment consolidated its positions on Zebra Hill and continued probing toward the Dick Hills area and the ridges northwest of Kuhazu. The 383rd Regiment quickly secured Easy and Fox Hills, subsequently capturing the summit of Charlie Hill. However, over the next two days, efforts by the 1st Battalion to dislodge the defenders from the top would be thwarted by withering fire from King Hill, while the 2nd Battalion cleared Gaja Ridge and the twin villages of Tobaru and Amaru. On May 12, Dill's 3rd Battalion executed a successful assault, capturing Baker Hill, although the 1st Battalion's attack on Dick Baker was repelled by the defenders. To the west, the 306th Regiment only provided support for the advance of the 305th, which faced difficult terrain in the broken ground west of Route 5, managing to gain about 500 yards. Meanwhile, the 7th Marines solidified their hold on Dakeshi Ridge against sporadic opposition, but the 1st Marines found themselves pinned down while trying to improve their positions west of Wana. The vulnerability of the 6th Marine Division to direct fire from the western slopes of the Shuri massif resulted in significant losses for Schneider's 2nd Battalion as it fought to seize the high ground overlooking Naha, ultimately being repelled from Sugar Loaf Hill. Meanwhile, the 1st Battalion advanced steadily in the center, capturing the high ground north of Asato, while the 3rd Battalion secured commanding positions and conducted patrols through the suburbs of Naha. At sea, scattered kamikaze attacks damaged Admiral Spruance's flagship, the battleship New Mexico, and inflicted further damage on two additional destroyers the following day. In retaliation, Mitscher directed Task Force 58 to strike Kyushu once again. Back on Okinawa, as Schneider's 3rd Battalion reconnoitered the northern suburbs of Naha, the 2nd Battalion launched another unsuccessful attack on Sugar Loaf Hill. In light of this resistance and the heavy casualties suffered by the 22nd Marines, Shepherd ordered Colonel Whaling's 29th Marines to reinforce the effort, but they could only position themselves northwest of Makabe. To the east, while the 1st Marines faced heavy losses and were repelled at the mouth of Wana Draw, the 7th Marines finally secured Dakeshi Ridge. In the center, the 305th Regiment continued its determined advance into the extremely rugged terrain north and northeast of Shuri, whereas the 306th Regiment once again failed to capture Chocolate Drop Hill and Wart Hill. Coordinated with this, the 382nd Regiment attacked the Dick Hills, successfully securing Dick Baker and Dick Able against light opposition, but ultimately being pushed back from the latter. Further east, May's 2nd Battalion launched a frontal assault on Conical Hill, successfully reaching the northeast crest of the ridge, where it repelled several heavy Japanese counterattacks. Back at sea, Task Force 58 launched another strike on Kyushu during the early hours of May 14. In response, the Japanese dispatched 28 kamikazes alongside 40 escorts, inflicting heavy damage on Mitscher's new flagship, the carrier Enterprise, in what would become known as the last action of the Gray Ghost.  At 05:25, some 28 Zeros, armed with 1100lb bombs, sortied from Kanoya towards Mitscher's carriers cruising 130nm southeast of Kyushu. 40 fighters escorted them. Around 06:45 Enterprise detected 4 incoming bogies. 3 were shot down over TF 58, but the fourth, flown by Sub-Lieutenant Tomiyasu Shunsuke, continued closing. Using clouds for cover, Tomiyasu approached Enterprise from astern. Already struck by flak, at 06:57 Tomiyasu's blazing Zero suddenly appeared 200ft above Enterprise, which erupted with anti-aircraft fire. Although seeming to have overflown his target, Tomiyasu suddenly snap-rolled his burning Zero onto its back and dove almost vertically into Enterprise's flight deck. Observing from Enterprise's exposed bridge wing, Flatley rushed back inside and shouted to take cover just as Tomiyasu's kamikaze hit. The thunderous explosion blew Enterprise's forward elevator 400ft in the air, rattled the carrier's bridge, and flung shrapnel against her island. As Flatley emerged from cover he observed an unsmiling Mitscher, arms crossed, standing amid the smoking wreckage. “Jimmy,” Mitscher growled, “tell my Task Group commanders that if the Japs keep this up they're going to grow hair on my head yet.” Enterprise remained on station, but her flight deck was out of action. TF 58 splashed 3 more planes before Japanese attacks ended at 08:00. That evening TF 58 retired from Kyushu. The following morning, May 15, Mitscher transferred to carrier Randolph, his third flagship in 5 days. Enterprise would detach for repairs in the United States on May 16, having lost 14 dead and 68 wounded. Her war too was over. Honestly for those of you who might not know, the USS Enterprise is the most decorated ship of all time, an absolutely insane history. She was so impressive, my patreons voted for me to do an exclusive episode on her and it took two full episodes to do. If you are interested in the history of the USS Enterprise, please check out my exclusive podcast. At Okinawa, as positions on Conical Hill were being consolidated, May's 1st Battalion renewed its attack on Charlie Hill, successfully securing a foothold at its northern end, which was later extended down the southern slope. Simultaneously, Company L launched an assault on King Hill, managing to capture the entire crest. To the west, Dill's 1st Battalion attacked and captured Dick Able and Dick Right, although they had to relinquish Dick Right after a vigorous Japanese counterattack. The 3rd Battalion also advanced toward Dick Right, establishing a tenuous hold on the position. Further west, the 306th Regiment committed its last remaining strength, a composite battalion, to advance beyond Wart Hill, but it was quickly cut down by overwhelming flanking fire. Similarly, the battered 305th Regiment made little progress in the rugged terrain. Meanwhile, the 7th Marines advanced to within 100 yards of the ridge crest north of Wana, where they were ultimately pinned down by heavy fire. Concurrently, the depleted 1st Marines launched an assault that captured the western tip of Wana Ridge, aided by tanks and artillery, though a fierce night counterattack forced them to withdraw before being relieved by the fresh 5th Marines. Along the coast, the 22nd Marines successfully pushed toward the north bank of the Asato River, but the main action was poised to occur at Sugar Loaf Hill. Though Schneider's 2nd Battalion successfully seized the forward slopes of the protective hills north of Sugar Loaf, including Queen Hill, they faced intense enemy fire whenever they attempted to maneuver around or over these hills to launch an attack on Sugar Loaf itself. Nevertheless, the Marines pressed on, and by nightfall, a group of about 40 men under Major Henry Courtney managed to storm the hill, throwing grenades ahead of them and subsequently digging in at the summit to withstand a night of heavy mortar fire and constant counterattacks. This attack was further supported by the 29th Marines, which, after overcoming initial hardships, secured the forward slopes of the hill northeast of Sugar Loaf. During the early hours of May 15, the embattled group atop Sugar Loaf gratefully welcomed the arrival of reinforcements, though it was not before Major Courtney heroically fell while leading a grenade assault against the defenders on the reverse slope. Despite the reinforcements, enemy pressure on Sugar Loaf intensified, ultimately forcing the battered Marines off the hill. This triggered a fierce Japanese counterattack across a 900-yard front, compelling Schneider's 2nd Battalion to relinquish the ground immediately north of Sugar Loaf. Fearing a breakthrough, elements of his 1st Battalion seized the hill northwest of Sugar Loaf to help blunt the force of the enemy counterattacks, while the 3rd Battalion relieved the exhausted 2nd across the line. Additionally, the 29th Marines not only played a significant role in repulsing the enemy counterattack but also effectively strengthened its hold on the high ground north of Half Moon Hill.  To the east, while the 7th Marines reorganized and cleared out Dakeshi, the 5th Marines launched their first tank-infantry assault against Wana Draw. At 0630 on 15 May the 5th Marines completed the relief of the 1st, and Colonel Griebel assumed command of the zone of action west of Wana. The 2d Battalion was in assault with the 3d in close support and the 1st in reserve. On the recommendation of the regimental and battalion commanders of both the 1st and 5th Marines, the division decided to subject the high ground on both sides of Wana Draw to a thorough processing by tanks and self-propelled 105mm howitzers before 2/5 attempted to advance across the open ground at the mouth of the draw. With Company F of 2/5 providing fire teams for protection against suicide attackers, nine tanks from Company B, 1st Tank Battalion spent the morning working on the positions at the mouth of the draw. The tanks drew heavy small-arms, mortar, artillery, and AT fire, and accompanying infantry was dispersed to reduce casualties. Because of the open area of operation, the fire teams were still able to cover the tanks at relatively long-ranges. Both sides of the draw were honeycombed with caves and the tanks received intense and accurate fire from every sector at their front. During the morning one 47mm AT gun scored five hits on the attacking armor before NGF silenced it. About noon the tanks withdrew to allow an air strike to be placed in the draw and then return to the attack in reinforced strength. Naval gunfire again silenced a 47mm gun that took the tanks under fire, this time before any damage was done. With the approach of darkness the tanks pulled out of the draw pursued by a fury of enemy fire. The 5th Marines, convinced "that the position would have to be thoroughly pounded before it could be taken," scheduled another day of tank-infantry processing for Wana Draw before making its assault. In the center, the battered 305th Regiment continued its relentless advance through the irregular terrain west of the main Ginowan-Shuri highway. Simultaneously, Colonel Hamilton's 307th Regiment finally relieved the exhausted 306th and launched simultaneous attacks on Flattop and Chocolate Drop Hill. The 3rd Battalion slowly maneuvered toward the northern base of the Drop and the north slopes of Flattop, while the 2nd Battalion advanced toward Ishimmi Ridge through the open highway valley. Concurrently, the 382nd Regiment supported the assault on Flattop with its own attack against Dick Hill, successfully capturing its crest but failing to cross the skyline. Meanwhile, the 383rd Regiment struggled to make progress against intense enemy fire from the hill complex southwest of Conical's peak, although some elements managed to advance up the northwest spur from King Hill amid thick mortar fire.  Now, it's time to shift our focus from Okinawa to the sea, where we will cover the last destroyer actions of the Second World War. At the beginning of February, with the Southwest Area Fleet staff isolated in the Philippines, Vice-Admiral Fukudome Shigeru formed the 10th Area Fleet to defend the shores of Indonesia and Indochina. The 10th Area Fleet was comprised of the remnants of the 2nd Striking Force. This consisted of the two converted battleship/aircraft carriers Ise and Hyuga, forming the carrier squadron, and the two heavy cruisers Ashigara and Haguro, forming the 5th Cruiser Division. Two more heavy cruisers, Takao and Myoko, were at Singapore where both had reached sanctuary after being badly damaged in the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Myoko had made one attempt to escape back to Japan in December 1944, but had been torpedoed by the US submarine Bergol on the 13th, and had then returned to Singapore. The cruiser Oyodo joined the fleet from February 5 to 20 and a fourth cruiser, Isuzu, joined on March 25 but lasted barely a fortnight before being sunk, on April 7, in a coordinated attack by the US submarines Charr, Gabilan and Besugo, with peripheral assistance from the British submarine Spark. In February Ise and Hyuga were also recalled and sailed on the 10th from Singapore, bound for Japan, carrying aviation spirit and other war materials. With such valuable cargoes the Japanese took great care to safeguard their passage and, by a combination of good luck and bad weather, both evaded numerous attacks by air and by submarine and reached Moji on the 19th. Haguro and Ashigara, and one old destroyer, Kamikaze, were now the only sizable warships left in the 10th Area Fleet to protect the troop evacuations. At this stage, the Japanese aimed to hold Java, Borneo, and Sumatra for as long as possible while planning their main defensive efforts in Malaya and Indochina. Consequently, they began withdrawing their garrisons from the outlying islands of the Moluccas, Timor, the Lesser Sunda Islands, and the scattered islands of the Panda and Arafura Seas. Anticipating a similar evacuation of Japanese garrisons in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Admiral Arthur Power's East Indies Fleet had dispatched destroyers on a series of anti-shipping sweeps in the Andaman Sea, successfully destroying several relief convoys. On May 10, Fukudome decided to commence the evacuation of the Andaman Islands, dispatching Vice-Admiral Hashimoto Shintaro's heavy cruiser Haguro and destroyer Kamikaze to deliver supplies to the islands and return with troops back to Singapore. Additionally, a secondary convoy consisting of one auxiliary vessel and one subchaser was organized to perform the same mission for the Nicobar Islands. As Allied intelligence uncovered these plans, Vice-Admiral Harold Walker's Force 61, primarily composed of the battleships Queen Elizabeth and Richelieu and four escort carriers, sailed from Trincomalee to intercept the Japanese ships. However, the Japanese were unwilling to risk a battle, and upon receiving an air reconnaissance warning, they returned to Singapore. Nonetheless, Walker decided to remain in the area, awaiting reinforcements in case the enemy regained the confidence to launch another sortie. On May 14, Fukudome finally resolved to carry out the evacuation again, this time first sending forward his secondary convoy to the Nicobars. This force managed to reach the islands unmolested during the day and successfully embarked 450 troops before setting sail for Penang, although they were later spotted by a patrolling Liberator. In response, Walker dispatched the 21st Aircraft Carrier Squadron and the 26th Destroyer Flotilla to conduct an air and sea sweep off Diamond Point aimed at intercepting and destroying the enemy. On the morning of May 15, some Avengers encountered Haguro and Kamikaze as they returned to the Malacca Strait. As Captain Manley Power's destroyers rushed to the area, three Avengers launched by the escort carrier Shah attacked Haguro with bombs in the afternoon, causing minimal damage that only compelled Haguro to alter its course eastward. However, this diversion effectively allowed the destroyer force to intercept Hashimoto's convoy during the night. As the flotilla closed in on the enemy during the early hours of May 16, Hashimoto reacted desperately by fleeing at full speed to the north, thwarting Power's carefully laid ambush. Soon after, however, Haguro turned to port, crossing paths with the destroyer Venus, which was closing in at full speed from the west. Surprisingly, Venus failed to launch its torpedoes, prompting Hashimoto to turn south and back into Power's trap.  Haguro's violent turn away changed the situation dramatically. Saumarez now found the enemy racing down towards her port side at a relative speed of nearly 60 MPH. Kamikaze, following astern of Haguro, passed so close in front of Saumarez from starboard to port that Captain Power had to swing his ship hard to starboard and back to port again to avoid her. Kamikaze passed very close down Saumarez' port side and was taken under fire by both main and close range armament. Opening with star-shell, Saumarez shifted fire to Haguro herself at 0108, the enemy replying with main and secondary armament. The two enemy ships could now be clearly identified from Saumarez' bridge, Haguro at about 5,000 yards and Kamikaze about 2,200 yards range. ‘We had a glimpse of the cruiser by starshell, but now it was dark. She looked pretty big and her direction easy to see by her bow-wave and wash. Inclination vague but obviously broad. I thought she was going very fast. Her side was shining like a wet wall, with the reflection of her own starshell from behind us, I think.' To Lt. Reay Parkinson, also in Saumarez, Haguro ‘seemed to tower above us like a sky-scraper and her guns were depressed to their lowest angle'. Haguro's fire was accurate and splashes from near misses drenched the bridge personnel, binoculars and sound-powered telephones. But, as Captain Power philosophically remarked, ‘if you are only getting wet there is nothing to worry about'. However, Saumarez was unfortunately not merely getting wet. At about 0111, when Captain Power was just considering turning to fire, ‘one boiler got hit. There was a lot of steam and smoke amidships and a sort of queer silence. The ship was obviously slowing down and I thought she was going to stop.' Saumarez' torpedo tubes had been trained to starboard, ready for the bow attack, with torpedoes angled to run 70° left. There was no time to train the tubes to port. Captain Power swung his ship to port ‘like a shotgun' and at 0113, as Saumarez was slowing down but still swinging hard to port, a salvo of eight torpedoes was fired at Haguro's beam, at a range of 2,000 yards. Still under heavy fire, Saumarez continued her turn to port to open the range, telegraphs being put to ‘Full Ahead' to get the utmost speed from whatever engine power remained. A minute after Saumarez' attack, Verulam made an unmolested attack from 2,000 yards on Haguro's port bow, firing eight torpedoes. Saumarez and Verulam were rewarded by three hits, shared between them  ‘very distinct, three gold-coloured splashes like a Prince of Wales' feathers, more than twice as high as her bridge'. Now Haguro was under fire from the destroyers and everywhere she turned there was another destroyer waiting. At 0125 Venus fired six torpedoes and scored one hit. Two minutes later Virago, ordered by Captain (D) to ‘Finish her off', fired a salvo of eight torpedoes and obtained two hits. She reported that the cruiser's upper deck was now awash. Missed torpedoes were racing all over the battle scene; in Venus, at the height of the action, the Engineer Officer and the Chief ERA in the engine-room actually heard the whirring sound of two torpedoes passing very close along the ship's side. Saumarez had retired some five miles to the north-west to collect herself and examine damage. The engine telegraphs were still at ‘Full Ahead', and Saumarez withdrew further than Captain Power had intended. Vigilant had been rather ‘left in the cold' and squeezed out by the other destroyers and was not able to attack until 0151 when she fired eight torpedoes, with one probable hit. Haguro was lying motionless in the water, in her last throes. ‘The rest of the flotilla were snarling round the carcass like a lot of starving wolves round a dying bull. I was too far away to make out what was going on and told them all except Vigilant (who I knew had torpedoes) to come away and join me, with a view to getting formed up and the situation in hand. Of course they did nothing of the sort. I should not have done myself.' Venus was ordered to ‘Close and make a job of it' and at 0202 administered the coup de grace with her two remaining torpedoes. At 0206 Venus signalled that the cruiser had sunk. Haguro had gone, in a position about forty-five miles south-west of Penang. Fifty miles away, Cumberland and Richelieu had had tantalising glimpses of starshell and lights but were too late to take part. Saumarez transmitted Vs for Victory and Captain Power signalled: ‘Pick up survivors. Stay no more than ten minutes.' Kamikaze sustained slight damage from the gunfire but managed to escape, returning the following day to rescue approximately 320 survivors. Nevertheless, over 900 Japanese soldiers lost their lives in the battle, including Vice-Admiral Hashimoto and Rear-Admiral Sugiura Kaju. While the evacuation of the Nicobar Islands was successful, the evacuation of the Andaman Islands proved to be a resounding failure. By the end of the war, with the food situation in the islands becoming critical, the Japanese committed several atrocities against the civilian population. This included the transportation of 300 so-called “useless mouths” to the uninhabited Havelock Island, off South Andaman, where all but eleven of them perished. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. During the intense Battle of the Malacca Strait, Japanese forces attempted a desperate evacuation, facing relentless Allied attacks. Despite fierce resistance, the Allies advanced strategically, leading to significant Japanese losses. Caught in critical confrontations, the Japanese ultimately succumbed, marking a pivotal moment in the Pacific war and shifting the tide toward Allied victory.

Episode Summary:Think JUCO is just a fallback plan? Think again.In this episode of It's Just Different Podcast, Ashley Roberts sits down with Coach Mefford of New Mexico Junior College to expose the real advantages of taking the JUCO path. From producing National Players of the Year to building programs that rival Division 1 facilities, this conversation will completely change the way you think about junior college basketball.If your athlete has Division 1 dreams, this episode shows why JUCO might actually be the BETTER path—providing elite development, game experience, and the exposure needed to level up.

The leader of the federal agency that investigated the DWI corruption scandal has left his position as Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Albuquerque. Now, former SAC Raul Bujanda sat down with KRQE's Anchor, Dean Staley, for an exit interview that covered crime, guns, and the state's biggest police corruption scandal. Bujanda discusses his time with the FBI, youth violence, and speaks candidly about teens' access to guns. What does the former FBI leader believe is the main driver of crime in New Mexico? Will more cops be charged in the corruption scheme? Thanks for listening. If you've got an idea, send it to us at chris.mckee@krqe.com or gabrielle.burkhart@krqe.com. Give us a follow on social media at @ChrisMcKeeTV and @gburkNM. Watch or listen to our prior podcasts online at KRQE.com/podcast and our KRQE YouTube channel, or on broadcast TV every Wednesday at 10:35 p.m. MST on Fox New Mexico. 

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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, and brought to you by Topo Athletic, we're coming to you live from Austin, Texas with our guest, Paul Magnanti, aka Mags, aka Pmags. A longtime co-host of The Trail Show and a triple crowner, Pmags has spent decades exploring trails across the country, with a special love for the Southwest. We dive into the future of public lands, hear some of his hot takes on gear,  including his love for 100-weight fleece pullovers, his beef with sun hoodies, and where hikers tend to overspend, and get a look at his go-to "snivel gear." Pmags also shares stories from some of his lesser-known adventures, including the Ring the Peak Trail, A Walk Across Southern Utah, the Northern New Mexico Loop, the Grand Moab Route, and the Southeast Utah Group Circuit.  We wrap out the show with a rundown of the best sections of the Appalachian Trail (spoiler: #1 shocked our live audience), a "stupid thing of the week" (lost phone edition), a "gross or not gross" (chapstick edition), and the triple crown of trail towns. Topo Athletic: Use code “TREKWINTER15” at topoathletic.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “BACKPACKER20” for 20% off packs at gossamergear.com.  Betterment: Learn more at betterment.com/trek. Burgeon Outdoor: Use code “BACKPACKER15” for 15% off at burgeonoutdoor.com. Purple Rain Skirts: Use code “BACKPACKER20” for 20% off at purplerainskirts.com. [divider] Interview with Paul Magnanti PMag's Website PMag's Instagram Time stamps & Questions 00:07:05 - Reminders: Sign up for the Trek's newsletter, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon, and apply to blog for the Trek! Trek booth location 00:10:00 - Introducing PMags 00:10:40 - What's your backpacking origin story? 00:12:17 - Have you backpacked in Texas? 00:14:00 - How many people in Rhode Island backpack? 00:16:25 - Tell us about being a “structured rambler” and living in Moab 00:19:20 - What advice do you have for thru-hikers to incorporate more rambling into their hikes? 00:21:30 - What's your backpacking resume? 00:24:15 - What's your take on what's happening with public lands? 00:28:47 - What do you look for in a headlamp? 00:35:00 - Tell us your opinion about sun hoodies 00:40:40 - Have you had a midlife crisis yet? 00:41:30 - Tell us about your wife! 00:43:22 - Are you worried about microplastics? 00:45:02 - What camera do you use? 00:50:00 - Discussion about The Trail Show 00:51:40 - Tell us about the 100-weight pullover fleece 00:56:38 - Tell us about snivel gear 00:57:40 - What's your solo baseweight for a typical trip? 01:00:18 - What's your take on trowels? 01:03:05 - What's your take on campfires in the west? 01:09:55 - Tell us about the Ring the Peak Trail 01:13:50 - Tell us about A Walk Across Southern Utah 01:16:20 - Discussion about the beer in Utah 01:17:20 - Tell us about the cultures of Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico 01:20:35 - How much research do you do prior to your ramblings? 01:22:08 - What are some places that people should know about? 01:23:40 - Have you seen any megafauna in etchings? 01:27:13 - Tell us about the Northern New Mexico Loop 01:30:35 - Tell us about the South East Utah Group (SEUG) Circuit 01:34:15 - How do you prepare for paddling trips? 01:35:50 - What's your most embarrassing moment while backpacking? 01:36:45 - What's your scariest encounter with wildlife? 01:37:45 - What's your most recent mistake? 01:39:50 - Fuck Marry Kill: Utah, Colorado, New Mexico 01:41:40 - Peak Performance Question: What is your top performance-enhancing or backpacking hack? 01:42:40 - Where can people keep up with you? Segments Listener Q&A Trek Propaganda: Appalachian Trail Conservancy Head Sandi Marra Announces Retirement by Katie Jackson Thru-Hikers Consistently Say These Are the 7 Best Sections of the Appalachian Trail by Katie Jackson QOTD:  What's a hill you're willing to die on that has nothing to do with hiking? Stupid Thing of the Week Gross or Not Gross Triple Crown of trail towns Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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Sponsor Details:Saily - for all your travel data needs...making life much easier and hassle free. For the special Space Nuts deal, visit www.saily.com/spacenuts or use the coupon code SPACENUTS at checkout.Insta360 X5 Camera. To bag a free invisible selfie stick worth US$24.99 with your purchase, head to store.insta360.com and use the promo code "spacenuts", available for the first 30 standard package purchases only.Questions About Oceans, Space-Time, and Impact CratersIn this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, host Andrew Dunkley and the ever-knowledgeable Professor Fred Watson tackle a variety of intriguing listener questions. From the depths of Earth's oceans to the mysteries of space-time and the latest in astronomical discoveries, they provide insights and fascinating discussions.Episode Highlights:- Exploring Earth's Oceans: Listener Pete sparks a discussion on the origins and depth of Earth's oceans. Andrew and Fred Watson delve into theories about water's presence during Earth's formation and the intriguing idea of what our planet would look like without its vast oceans.- The Stiffness of Space-Time: Doug's question leads to a deep dive into the concept of space-time stiffness, comparing it to steel and exploring how scientists measure this property. Fred Watson explains the relationship between mass and the distortion of space-time, shedding light on this complex topic.- New Antenna Array Developments: John in New Mexico asks about the Next Generation Very Large Array (NGVLA), prompting a discussion on its significance in the astronomy community and how it compares to other major arrays like the Square Kilometre Array. Andrew and Fred Watson highlight the advancements and potential scientific contributions of these new technologies.- Impact Craters in the Solar System: Rusty raises questions about the largest impact crater on Ganymede and its comparison to the Aitken Basin on the Moon. The duo explores the implications of these findings and the fascinating history behind these celestial features.For more Space Nuts, including our continually updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favourite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/aboutStay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.(00:00) Welcome to Space Nuts with Andrew Dunkley and Fred Watson Watson(01:20) Discussion on the origins and depth of Earth's oceans(15:00) Exploring the stiffness of space-time(25:30) Updates on the Next Generation Very Large Array(35:00) The largest impact craters in the solar systemFor commercial-free versions of Space Nuts, join us on Patreon, Supercast, Apple Podcasts, or become a supporter here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

Rita Condon, Program Manager for obesity, nutrition, and physical activity with the Department of Health in New Mexico, discusses the agency's annual child obesity update and the new initiatives in place to promote healthy eating; Andy Baker-White, Senior Director for State Health Policy at ASTHO, reports a new legislative trend of banning certain food dyes and additives in states across the country; ASTHO's INSPIRE Readiness webinar on the importance of regional data in decision-making takes place May 22nd; Dr. Anne Zink, ASTHO past president and former Alaska State Health Officer, was appointed to the Steering Committee for the Vaccine Integrity Project. New Mexico Childhood Obesity 2024 Report ASTHO: States Moving to Prohibit Additives and Dyes in Food ASTHO: INSPIRE: Readiness - Building a Data-Ready Ecosystem for Public Health Response Vaccine Integrity Project

Spring Bull Sale Wrap-Up! We're recapping this year's spring bull sales across Arizona and New Mexico with none other than Dean Fish on the Western Ag Life Podcast! Dean breaks down the top-quality bulls that sold, the genetics ranchers are investing in, and how these animals will help advance herds across the Southwest. You won't want to miss this insightful conversation—tune in now on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform! #WesternAgLife #SpringBullSale #Ranching #BeefGenetics #DeanFish #ArizonaAg #NewMexicoRanching

This week on Headline Highlights, a Missouri woman fatally stabs a paramedic during an ambulance ride to the hospital. In New Mexico, a couple is exposed for forcing their seven children to live in underground caves, enduring years of horrific abuse. A convicted felon in Florida brutally attacks two women, beating one and kidnapping the other, who is later hogtied inside a giant toolbox. A Florida teacher crosses the line by writing a disturbing love letter to a female student. In California, a woman is murdered, and the chilling crime is captured in a voicemail she left for a friend.