Podcasts about Nicaragua

** We'll discuss this episode on Tuesday, March 10th (8 pm ET/5 pm PT) in our online community gathering, Macro ‘n Chill. We've invited Erald Kolasi to join us. So bring your questions. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hvkv5uyKQkG8DvgUMCckcwErald Kolasi is back to attack the bourgeois narrative on immigration, which reduces it to a series of individual choices. He and Steve dig into the material roots of migration, showing how empire, land theft, war, labor exploitation, and capitalist crisis have shaped global migration flows for centuries.They ground the discussion in Wallerstein's world-systems theory, defining an empire not by its internal politics but by its extractive external relations, and trace the concrete historical processes of this extraction. The "migration boomerang" from US destabilization in Guatemala, Nicaragua, and El Salvador – driven by the needs of capital like the United Fruit Company – demonstrates the dialectic in action.The empire's domination creates the displaced peoples it then scapegoats to divide the working class. Erald connects this to the long arc of capitalist development, from the Atlantic slave system to the prison-industrial complex, showing how the ruling class has always used race and nationality to prevent united class consciousness.With the MMT lens, Steve explains that this is directly tied to how a Federal Job Guarantee would shatter this dynamic by eliminating the "reserve army of labor" and the power of capital to discipline workers.Erald Kolasi is a writer and researcher focusing on the nexus between energy, technology, economics, complex systems, and ecological dynamics. His book, The Physics of Capitalism, came out from Monthly Review Press in February 2025. He received his PhD in Physics from George Mason University in 2016. You can find out more about Erald and his work on his website, www.eraldkolasi.com. Subscribe to his Substack: https://substack.com/@technodynamics

Brian Sampson breaks down nearshore vs offshore talent, critical thinking vs scripted VAs, and how Latin America teams create true ROI for real estate operators.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Brian Sampson, co-founder of PLUG, to unpack the real differences between offshore, nearshore, and onshore talent — and why it matters more than ever in the age of AI.If you're a real estate investor, realtor, or operator using virtual assistants, this conversation will challenge how you think about cost savings versus business multiplication.We cover:Offshore vs nearshore definitionsWhy scripted call centers damage brand equityCritical thinking vs process-following talentAI answering services vs human problem solversThe hidden cost of Fiverr and UpworkLatin America talent pools (Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Brazil, Mexico)The three layers of labor arbitrageUsing AI tools like n8n to amplify remote teamsLoyalty, longevity, and turnover differencesWhy entrepreneurs should think ROI, not expenseBrian explains why nearshore talent often costs slightly more than Asia — but produces dramatically higher long-term return through cultural alignment, time zone overlap, and independent problem-solving.If you're trying to scale your team without racing to the bottom on hourly rates, this episode is for you.Learn more: https://plug.techBuild smarter systems: https://realdealcrew.comWork With RealDealCrewIf you're already closing deals but your intake, follow-up, or visibility feels inconsistent, here are two ways to go deeper:Take the Deal Intake AssessmentSee how resilient your current operation actually is.→ https://assessment.realdealcrew.comBook a Fit CallIf you want to explore what a fully system-driven deal flow looks like, let's talk.→ https://realdealcrew.com/bookLIKE • SHARE • JOIN • REVIEWWebsiteApple PodcastsYouTubeYouTube MusicSpotifyAmazon MusicFacebookTwitterInstagramMentioned in this episode:intro to RealDealCrewbook a Fit Call at RealDealCrew.com

EP315 Costa Rica Trip Recap: Jimny Rental, Volcano Resorts & Kat Cox In StudioIn this episode, Jhae Pfenning is back from Costa Rica and breaks it all down with in-studio guest Kat Cox (Katherine Cox), a longtime supporter who's also spent time there. From Suzuki Jimny rental adventures, cold showers at Magic Mountain Resort, ATV tours, natural hot springs at Baldi, making chocolate from cocoa beans, monkey sightings, beach days at Playa Conchal, insane roads & Waze fails, to airport traffic nightmares — plus side tangents on movies, skiing, and a classic Nicaragua joke.We also touch on Ford's huge 4.4 million vehicle recall (mostly F-150 & Super Duty trucks) due to a trailer software glitch — check the link below.Timestamps00:00 - Intro & laughs00:44 - Ford recall news (4.4M vehicles)01:55 - Spark Forge ad03:14 - Kat Cox joins + Costa Rica coffee lure05:20 - CR income disparity & San Jose chaos07:19 - Suzuki Jimny rental review09:11 - Skiing vs. snowboarding stories10:55 - Movie review: One Battle After Another16:15 - Resort fails: Magic Mountain cold showers19:51 - Couples massage & hot springs (Baldi)21:33 - ATV tour, iguanas, sloths24:24 - Chocolate tour & making our own28:25 - Roads in CR, Waze fails32:26 - Monkeys, coati, beaches (Playa Conchal)37:24 - Food, drinks, prices in CR46:18 - Resort parking design rant49:35 - Cars in CR (Everest, Prado, Kia trucks)50:46 - Nicaragua joke & no military fun fact52:21 - Hot tub kids, Canadians fleeing Trump?56:41 - Airport traffic nightmare & Waze distrust01:00:28 - Travel reflections & future plans01:19:58 - Kat Cox wrap-up & thanks01:24:32 - Closing sponsors, Patreon shoutoutsFord Recall ReferenceFord recalls 4.4 million vehicles over faulty software (CBS News, Feb 2026):https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ford-vehicle-recall-software-issue-february-2026Main Show SponsorsRight Honda: https://righthonda.com/Right Toyota: https://www.righttoyota.com/Arcus Foundry: https://arcusfoundry.comAutocannon Official Gear: https://shop.autocannon.com/Contact Hard Parking with Jhae PfenningEmail: Info@HardParking.comWebsite: www.Hardparking.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/YouTube: youtube.com/@HardParkingThanks for listening! Subscribe, rate/review, and join us next week.

What's worse: sending a cringe DM… or fumbling someone you already married in your head?In this Quickie episode, Alix & Kayla break down the viral DM moment between Becca Moore and Zoe Boyd that divided the internet. When a flirty (but arguably unhinged) cat-related message landed in Becca's inbox, the internet split into teams: Was it just a joke? Was it too sexual too fast? Or did both of them fumble the bag?From DM etiquette and Gen Z flirting to “lines,” thirst traps, and how to actually message someone you're interested in, the girls unpack what works, what absolutely does not, and Alix shares her tried-and-true three-step strategy for sliding into someone's DMs successfully.It's funny, chaotic, and surprisingly educational.So… who fumbled? And what's the best DM you've ever received?Let us know, sister wives.00:45 – The Viral Becca Moore & Zoe Boyd DM Drama02:30 – The Cat DM That Broke the Internet04:15 – Too Sexual Too Soon?06:10 – Grace for a Cringe First Message?07:10 – Alix's Foolproof 3-Step DM Strategy09:00 – Does Gen Z Flirt Differently?10:00 – Should Becca Have Responded?11:40 – When “Lines” Actually Backfire12:40 – DM Etiquette: Do People Even Like Being DM'd?13:20 – Who Fumbled: Becca, Zoe, or Both?14:35 – Best & Worst DMs We've Ever Received15:10 – Let the Sister Wives Decide

1. ¿Es verdad que en el mar muerto no hay nada que tenga vida? ¿Cómo se formó y cuántos años tiene? 2. ¿Podría Costa Rica sufrir una situación similar a la tragedia de Armero, Colombia cuando hizo erupción el volcán Nevado del Ruiz? 3. ¿Existen los duendes? 4. ¿Cuántos kilómetros hay del Sol a la Tierra por la parte más larga y por la parte más corta de la órbita? 5. ¿Qué se puede hacer con arbolito ornamental con una mariposa negra que llega, deposita sus huevos y luego se convierten en gusanos los cuales lo van arruinando y secando? 6. ¿Es cierto que hoy en día hay alguna persona en Nicaragua o Costa Rica que necesite el implante de un corazón y todavía no ha encontrado donante? 7. ¿De qué viene la hemorroide de colon? ¿Que lo produce?

Have you ever considered your profession as a ministry? Come to this session and hear about the biblical roots of nursing as ministry, your sacred calling to serve, and the importance of paying attention to those divine appointments. We will also talk about finding your passion and being persistent, all while drawing on the power of the Holy Spirit.

The sermon centers on the enduring faithfulness required of believers in the face of hardship, drawing from the missionary journey of a couple who, after planting a church in Nicaragua, were redirected to Costa Rica due to political turmoil and pandemic challenges. Through the lens of 2 Thessalonians 1, it emphasizes that true Christian calling is not defined by visible success but by faithfulness to Christ, even when results are unseen. The preacher underscores three essential elements of a life worthy of that calling: being counted worthy through consistent identification with Christ, fulfilling God's will by living as a 'living sacrifice' in holiness and service, and empowering the 'work of faith' through obedience, witness, and perseverance. The message is both a personal testimony and a pastoral exhortation, urging listeners to live with eternal perspective, knowing that Christ's return demands readiness, accountability, and a life glorifying to God, not for personal gain but for His eternal purposes.

Jorge Cardona es un legendario periodista que ha sido editor general de El Espectador. Es autor de varios libros y más recientemente Sin medias tintas. Libros mencionados:Historia de la revolución - Jose Manuel RestrepoMi confesión: Carlos Castaño - Mauricio ArangurenWalking Ghosts - Stephen Dudley Capítulos:00:00 intro01:19 El periodismo como hijo de la historia: La vida de Bolívar.05:48 El magnicidio de Jaime Pardo Leal y el fin de una era.14:24 Claves para entender el caos de los años 80 en Colombia.22:32 La conexión oculta de Escobar entre Nicaragua y Cuba.27:35 Las consecuencias del cese al fuego: ¿Paz o tregua?39:58 Verdades y teorías sobre la toma del Palacio de Justicia.43:50 El ascenso criminal de Pablo Escobar.48:11 Virgilio Barco y la firma que activó la extradición.57:11 El Mexicano y el exterminio de la Unión Patriótica.01:10:58 1988: El año de las masacres que marcaron al país.01:18:11 ¿Quién fue realmente Teófilo Forero?01:27:53 Memorias de un día inolvidable en la redacción.01:33:39 El reto de cubrir la guerra de las bombas.01:37:58 Germán Montoya: El poder a la sombra y su tragedia familiar.01:39:08 El origen de los sicarios en Medellín.01:43:24 Homenaje a una generación: Periodismo contra el olvido.01:48:22 El caso de Jineth Bedoya y la marca del conflicto.01:49:28 Mi relación personal con Colombia.

The sermon centers on the enduring faithfulness required of believers in the face of hardship, drawing from the missionary journey of a couple who, after planting a church in Nicaragua, were redirected to Costa Rica due to political turmoil and pandemic challenges. Through the lens of 2 Thessalonians 1, it emphasizes that true Christian calling is not defined by visible success but by faithfulness to Christ, even when results are unseen. The preacher underscores three essential elements of a life worthy of that calling: being counted worthy through consistent identification with Christ, fulfilling God's will by living as a 'living sacrifice' in holiness and service, and empowering the 'work of faith' through obedience, witness, and perseverance. The message is both a personal testimony and a pastoral exhortation, urging listeners to live with eternal perspective, knowing that Christ's return demands readiness, accountability, and a life glorifying to God, not for personal gain but for His eternal purposes.

This episode is brought to you by HalloCasa, the SEO-ranked digital business card for real estate agents. Looking to find the right agent, no matter where you are?Visit https://home.hallocasa.com to discover and connect with top real estate agents globally.This time, we talked to Michael Cobb, Chairman & CEO of ECI Development, as he shares 30+ years of experience helping North Americans and Europeans invest in real estate across Belize, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, and more.In this episode, you'll learn:- How to buy property overseas safely and avoid common pitfalls- The difference between Escritoria vs Horizontal Property Regime titles- Risk mitigation strategies for foreign mortgages- Market insights: Costa Rica vs Nicaragua vs Panama vs Belize- The importance of community and infrastructure in property investment- Tips for maximizing long-term value and cash flowWhether you're a retiree, investor, digital nomad, or first-time overseas buyer, this guide will help you make smarter decisions and protect your investment.https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkcobb/podcast@ecidevelopment.comhttps://ecidevelopment.com/

Sons Of Liberty Radio with Bradlee Dean What The Soldiers Are Saying About War That The Warmongers Do Not Want You To Hear Unmasking the War Racket: From Founding Principles to the Military-Industrial Complex Radio Transcript SummaryMarch 03, 2026 Sons of Liberty: What Soldiers Say About War An exposé on the Military-Industrial Complex, unconstitutional wars, and the "War is a Racket" reality. Systemic Growth & Cost $179k Per Hour Flight Cost 3,000% Reg. Increase (1900+) Federal Budget (1832) $11 Million Federal Budget (2011) $4+ Trillion Current National Debt $38 Trillion Global Military Bases 737 in 142 Countries Core Perspectives "War is a racket. It is the only one in which profits are reckoned in dollars and the losses in lives." — Smedley Butler (Highest Decorated Marine) 1 Constitutional Betrayal: Politicians wage wars without Congressional approval, overriding the "enumerated laws." 2 The Soldier's Regret: Testimony from "Steve" highlights guilt over civilian casualties and serving as "muscle for big business." 3 The Eisenhower Warning: Recognition of the "Military-Industrial Complex" as a misplaced power overriding the people. Then (Washington Era) Led from the front, minimal security, 350 federal employees, debt-free mindset. Now (Modern Era) Crowned king status, millions of employees, $4T+ budget, draft-dodging leaders. Keywords:#Constitution #AntiWar #SmedleyButler #Liberty Est. Reading Time: 8 mins This broadcast contrasts the self-sacrificing leadership of George Washington with the modern expansion of the "crowned" presidency and the military-industrial complex. Through veteran testimonies and historical warnings, it argues that modern unconstitutional wars serve corporate interests rather than national defense. It calls for a return to biblical morality and constitutional education to preserve the American republic. Detailed Summary The Erosion of Leadership and the Rise of the Administrative State The program opens by contrasting George Washington's providential protection and personal sacrifice during the Revolutionary War with the modern presidency's exorbitant costs and isolation from the citizenry. While Washington led from the front with minimal resources, modern presidents are described as "wearing the crown" rather than "bearing the cross," supported by a massive security apparatus and a federal budget that has ballooned from 11 million (1832) to over 4 trillion (2011). This growth in government scope—from 350 civilian employees in 1789 to millions today—is presented as a direct threat to individual liberty, as increased centralized control inevitably leads to a decrease in personal responsibility. The host cites Thomas Jefferson's warning to "tie the government down with the chains of the Constitution" to prevent it from becoming a legalized version of the criminals it is meant to suppress. The Scale of Expansion: Then vs. Now Federal Employees (1789) 350 Federal Employees (Today) Millions Regulatory Growth: The number of laws and regulations governing the average citizen has increased by an estimated 3,000% since 1900. War as a Corporate Racket Central to the discussion is the critique of interventionist foreign policy, framed by General Smedley Butler's famous assertion that "war is a racket." The host highlights how military force has historically been used as "high-class muscle" for Wall Street and international banking interests, citing interventions in Mexico, Haiti, Cuba, and Nicaragua to protect oil, fruit, and sugar interests. The broadcast argues that modern "warmongers" in Washington often dodge personal service while sending the children of the working class to fight unconstitutional wars. This is further supported by Dwight D. Eisenhower's 1961 farewell address, which warned of the "unwarranted influence" of the military-industrial complex—a warning the host believes has been fully realized in the current era of perpetual conflict and a $38 trillion national debt. The Soldier's Regret and Moral Accountability A significant portion of the broadcast features "Steve," a veteran who expresses deep regret over his service, questioning the legitimacy of wars that violate the Constitution. Steve discusses the moral burden of being part of a system that "bombs elementary schools" and installs foreign dictators (like Noriega or Saddam Hussein) only to later remove them at the cost of American blood and treasure. The dialogue emphasizes that "rights are a two-way street" and that the U.S. cannot claim a right to safety while violating the rights of other nations. The host concludes that the American public must move beyond blind partisan loyalty and educate themselves on the Constitution and biblical repentance to stop the cycle of "legalized" violence and economic destruction. Global Military Footprint The U.S. currently maintains a vast international presence that the broadcast argues is unconstitutional and economically unsustainable: 737 Military bases worldwide. Presence in 142 different countries. Pentagon budget approaching $1.5 Trillion. "War is the only racket in which profits are reckoned in dollars and losses in lives." — Smedley Butler Key Data Air Force One Cost: $179,750 per hour for fuel, maintenance, and sundries alone. Federal Budget Growth: From 11 million (1832) to over 4 trillion (2011). National Debt: Currently cited at $38 trillion. Military Presence: 737 bases in 142 countries. War Frequency: The U.S. has been at war for 93% of its 250-year history. To-Do / Next Steps Read War is a Racket (approx. 70 pages) by Smedley Butler to understand the internal mechanics of military intervention. Study the historical background of the Constitution to prevent its subversion by illegitimate government forms. Examine Acts 12:22 and Luke 12:58 to understand the biblical necessity of repentance and aligning with God's will. Research the "military-industrial complex" warning in Eisenhower's 1961 farewell address. Educate yourself on the difference between the Constitution and common law to recognize political propaganda. Conclusion The document serves as a stern warning against the "bastardized form of illegitimate government" that arises when the Constitution is separated from its moral and historical roots. It posits that true national security and liberty can only be restored through individual education, a refusal to fund unconstitutional warfare, and a return to the "laws of God" upon which the nation was founded.

Onze honkballers van Team Kingdom of The Netherlands zijn momenteel in Florida om zich voor te bereiden op de World Baseball Classic, wat wordt gezien als het officieuze WK honkbal. Het Koninkrijksteam speelt vanaf 6 maart in Poule D in Miami, waarin het Venezuela, Nicaragua, de Dominicaanse Republiek en Israël zal gaan treffen. Een plek bij de eerste twee levert daarin plaatsing op voor de kwartfinales. We spraken erover met Delano Selassa, die dit jaar als tweevoudig Hoofdklasse MVP, Nederlands kampioen en Europees kampioen terugkeert bij de Amsterdam Pirates, één van de Amsterdamse Talentverenigingen van Topsport Amsterdam. Hij maakt zijn debuut in het roster voor de World Baseball Classic en is één van vier spelers uit de Hoofdklasse die is opgeroepen. Presentatie: Robert Denneman Foto: KNBSB/Louie Jay Sienders

In this episode, Alix & Kayla explore stories from people who have transitioned and later detransitioned, unpacking the deeply personal, emotional, and complex experiences behind those journeys. From informed consent and puberty to trauma, social influence, and the evolving language around gender identity, they discuss how identity formation can shift over time—and why holding space for nuance matters.Through anonymous community stories and open conversation, they reflect on how gender, sexuality, and self-perception intersect with mental health, relationships, and the pressure to “figure it out” too quickly.This is a compassionate, layered conversation about gender identity, detransition stories, queer community belonging, and the reality that self-discovery isn't always linear.00:00 – Intro + Life Updates in Nicaragua 02:00 – Hyperfixations & Mormon Memoirs 04:20 – Marriage “Would You Rather” Game 15:20 – Today's Topic: Transition & Detransition Stories 16:00 – News Story: Malpractice Case & Gender-Affirming Care 20:00 – What “Detransition” Means 22:00 – Informed Consent & Medical Decision-Making 26:30 – Why This Conversation Matters in Queer Spaces 30:00 – Anonymous Story: Transition, Fertility & Identity 32:00 – Puberty, Body Changes & Gender Confusion 38:30 – Trauma, Identity & Transition Motivations 44:00 – Social Influence, Language & Self-Understanding 48:00 – Internalized Misogyny & Gender Expectations 52:00 – Does Transition Resolve Dysphoria? 55:00 – Therapy, Root Causes & Identity Exploration 58:30 – Growing Up Tomboy & Gender Expression 01:02:00 – The Complexity of Identity & Final Thoughts

Welcome back to the College Essay Guy podcast and our series On Becoming: The Art and Craft of Personal Storytelling. I'm one of your cohosts, Tom Campbell, former Pomona and Holy Cross admissions officer, turned essay coach and college counselor. In this series, we look at real personal statements from real students: what choices were made, what was revised, and why it works. For this episode, we sit down with Jane Longley, one of our amazing essay coaches here at CEG, to unpack an essay that one of her student wrote titled "The Pilgrim and The CEO." It tells the story of two challenging yet rewarding experiences central to one student's identity and growth: hiking the Camino and starting her own skincare line. They seem like wildly different journeys in that bite-sized, one sentence description, but as you'll see from the essay, they're anything but disparate. This essay, which seamlessly tells two stories in tandem, is a masterclass on balance. Which is really what college essays are all about. On one side, they should genuinely reflect the student — their voice, their lived experiences, the moments that have shaped how they see the world. On the other, they need to do some real work: helping an admissions reader understand the student's character, values, and potential, and making it easier to advocate for them in committee. We'll walk through key excerpts, unpack the strategic decisions behind them, and share practical insights for counselors, teachers, and anyone guiding students through the writing process. Jane Longley has been an essay coach for eight years. She graduated from Oxford University with a degree in Modern Languages and spent ten years teaching in the UK before moving to Nicaragua, where she has lived for more than two decades. Along the way, Jane trained in Person-centred Therapeutic Counselling and Boarding Education — experiences that inform how she works with students today. As an essay coach, she focuses on helping students clarify their ideas, identify meaningful through-lines in their experiences, and find language that feels precise and authentic. And we, for one, are so glad she's come to share her expertise and her calming British accent with you all.  We hope you enjoy the episode.   Play-by-Play: 2:18 – What is Jane's background in essay coaching?  4:54 – Jane shares context for the essay and what it was like working with the student who wrote it 8:47 – In what ways can brainstorming exercises uncover unexpected topic ideas? 9:49 – How does the values exercise serve as the foundation for an essay? 15:06 – What other brainstorming tools helped shape the student's direction? 18:05 – How did the student's early topic ideas transform into a final product?  21:42 – What influenced the essay's final structure?  29:40 – Jane reads the essay, "The Pilgrim and The CEO" 34:16 – Tom shares his initial thoughts on the essay  35:46 – Jane shares how the author developed the two narratives in the introduction   39:07 – How did the student decide what essential context about the Camino needed to stay? 41:39 – How did authenticity shape the student's decision to include moments of unpreparedness? 44:34 – How did the student identify the specific, vivid details that brought each journey to life? 51:53 – How did collaboration become a central theme across both journeys? 55:20 – How did the student's honest reaction at the end of the Camino strengthen the essay? 59:30 – How does the tone shift from collaboration to appreciation in the final paragraphs? 1:00:53 – How can students revisit the same experience across essays without repeating themselves? 1:03:52 – Closing thoughts    Resources: "The Pilgrim and the CEO" Essay The Values Exercise The Roles and Identities Exercise The 21 Details Exercise The Essence Objects Exercise  College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub  

https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comPastor Manuel Delgado's life reads like a novel.Born to Cuban parents who fled communism.Raised in Nicaragua during a devastating earthquake.Formed in Brazil.Saved in America.PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION for WORLD EVANGELISM:NO ADS, Early releases, Full-Length Testimony Tuesdays⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast⁠: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts⁠: https://apple.co/4owjo5ZIn this powerful Testimony Tuesday episode, Pastor Manuel shares:How a street outreach knocked on his door at the exact right momentWhy he almost walked away from Spanish ministryThe miracle of being filled with the Holy SpiritLeaving a military career for the KingdomTraveling extensively with Pastor Wayman MitchellThe behind-the-scenes wisdom he gained from decades of leadershipWhy the Spanish harvest in America is wide openAnd then God used one unexpected gift to open doors around the world.This is more than a testimony. It is a call to availability. If God can use a reluctant translator to impact nations, He can use you.Chapters00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings03:29 Manuel Delgado's Journey to Faith06:10 Cuban Roots and Family Background08:49 Transition to America and Military Life11:28 Spiritual Awakening and Early Influences14:07 Marriage Challenges and Seeking God17:03 Finding a Church and Community19:47 God's Call and Transformation22:31 The Role of Women in Faith25:05 The Early Days of the Athens Church30:49 The Growth of the Church35:21 Early Ministry Experiences40:47 The Journey to Being Filled with the Holy Spirit43:41 Expanding the Spanish Ministry49:20 The Gift of Translation55:28 Reaching the Untapped Spanish-Speaking Community01:01:11 The Impact of Translation in Ministry01:05:55 Sharing the Good News01:14:39 The Call to Pastoral Ministry01:20:10 Pioneering a Church in Florida01:25:03 Missionary Work and Evangelism01:31:14 The Role of a Translator01:37:44 Lessons from Pastor Wayman Mitchell01:47:23 Prayer Needs and Closing ThoughtsShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

Today, we're bringing you a special feed drop from ReCurrent, a podcast from the Getty that explores how art, history, and culture shape the world around us. In this episode of ReCurrent, host Jaime Roque takes us back to 1980s Los Angeles, when civil wars in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua sent hundreds of thousands of people north and helped turn LA into “Little Central America.” With professor and longtime participant Rubén Martínez as our guide—someone who lived through this moment firsthand—we follow the Sanctuary Movement as churches quietly, and then publicly, open their doors to refugees the U.S. refused to recognize. Sanctuary meant food and a place to sleep, but it also meant music, theater, poetry, and posters that challenged U.S. policy while helping people process their grief. From there, we step inside Echo Park United Methodist Church, where artist and performer Elia Arce and a circle of Central American poets, musicians, and organizers transform the basement into a cultural home. We also sit with Rev. David Farley, pastor emeritus of Echo Park United Methodist, who was there to witness it all. Upstairs, families try to stay invisible on classroom floors; downstairs, performances inspired by banned writers, songs from back home, and handmade banners turn fear and exile into shared story. Our last stop is the Getty Research Institute, where researcher Jasmine Magaña—a Salvadoran Angeleno herself—is helping build a new, expansive record of this era.  Learn more about the episode here: https://www.getty.edu/podcasts/recurrent/central-american-art-and-resistance-in-1980s-la/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

⁠https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comPastor Manuel Delgado's life reads like a novel.• Born to Cuban parents who fled communism.• Raised in Nicaragua during a devastating earthquake.• Formed in Brazil.• Saved in America.And then God used one unexpected gift to open doors around the world.In this powerful Testimony Tuesday episode, Pastor Manuel shares:• How a street outreach knocked on his door at the exact right moment• Why he almost walked away from Spanish ministry• The miracle of being filled with the Holy Spirit• Leaving a military career for the Kingdom• Traveling extensively with Pastor Wayman Mitchell• The behind-the-scenes wisdom he gained from decades of leadership• Why the Spanish harvest in America is wide openThis is more than a testimony. It is a call to availability. If God can use a reluctant translator to impact nations, He can use you.Premium subscribers get the full extended conversation including deeper stories from Brazil, Spain, Cuba, and behind-the-scenes moments with Pastor Mitchell.Chapters00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings03:29 Manuel Delgado's Journey to Faith06:10 Cuban Roots and Family Background08:49 Transition to America and Military Life11:28 Spiritual Awakening and Early Influences14:07 Marriage Challenges and Seeking God17:03 Finding a Church and Community19:47 God's Call and Transformation22:31 The Role of Women in Faith25:05 The Early Days of the Athens Church30:49 The Growth of the Church35:21 Early Ministry Experiences40:47 The Journey to Being Filled with the Holy Spirit43:41 Expanding the Spanish Ministry49:20 The Gift of Translation55:28 Reaching the Untapped Spanish-Speaking Community01:01:11 The Impact of Translation in Ministry01:05:55 Sharing the Good News[Included in Premium Only]01:14:39 The Call to Pastoral Ministry01:20:10 Pioneering a Church in Florida01:25:03 Missionary Work and Evangelism01:31:14 The Role of a Translator01:37:44 Lessons from Pastor Wayman Mitchell01:47:23 Prayer Needs and Closing ThoughtsShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

El exembajador de Estados Unidos Charles Shapiro afirma que las diásporas de Cuba, Irán, Nicaragua y Venezuela tienen un papel fundamental en Estados Unidos para mantener la presión política de la comunidad internacional a favor de la democracia en esos países.

En este episodio, el abogado Jonathan Shaw aclara la confusión sobre dos listas de restricciones por país que están afectando procesos de inmigración: la lista de 39 países (con pausas y restricciones más amplias) y la lista de 75 países (enfocada principalmente en visas inmigrantes desde el consulado). Explica cómo estas medidas pueden impactar tanto a personas dentro de EE. UU. esperando decisiones de USCIS como a familias fuera del país en trámite consular, y por qué (según él) conviene seguir aplicando aunque haya demoras. En este episodio hablamos de: Diferencias clave entre la lista de 39 y la lista de 75 países y qué “bloquea” cada una.Qué pasa con asilo afirmativo, ajuste de estatus y otros beneficios cuando hay “pausas” en decisiones.Ejemplos prácticos con países de habla hispana: Cuba, Venezuela, Colombia, Uruguay, Brasil, Guatemala, Nicaragua.Recomendación central: meterse en la fila y no detener trámites como el I-130, aunque exista restricción temporal.Panorama legal: menciona demandas federales y que las medidas provienen de órdenes ejecutivas.Ronda rápida de preguntas: TPS, F-1, EB-2 NIW, citas con ICE/ISAP, apelaciones (BIA), asilo negado, y más.  Contenido informativo general; no sustituye asesoría legal individual.

La relación entre el FrenteSandinista de Liberación Nacional (FSLN) y la República Islámica de Iránnace en un momento histórico muy particular: 1979. Ese año, en julio, lossandinistas derrocan a Anastasio Somoza en Nicaragua; en febrero, en Irán,triunfa la revolución encabezada por el ayatolá Ruhollah Khomeini, quederriba al sha Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Aunque ideológicamente distintos —uno conraíces marxistas y nacionalistas latinoamericanas, el otro basado en el islampolítico chiita— ambos procesos se construyeron sobre un fuerte discursoantiimperialista y de confrontación con Estados Unidos. Esa coincidenciageopolítica fue el punto de partida.Los años 80: acercamientos enmedio de la guerraEn la década de 1980, Nicaraguaestaba inmersa en la guerra contra la “contra”, financiada por Washington. Enese contexto, el gobierno sandinista buscaba aliados políticos fuera del bloqueoccidental. Hubo intercambios diplomáticos con Irán, incluyendo la visita en1983 del ministro de Cultura nicaragüense, Ernesto Cardenal, a Teherán.Se exploraron posibilidades de cooperación económica y energética.Sin embargo, la relación no fueuna alianza militar profunda. De hecho, el episodio más conocido que involucróa ambos países fue indirecto: el escándalo Iran-Contra affair(1985–1987). Funcionarios de la administración Reagan vendieron armassecretamente a Irán y desviaron fondos para financiar a los rebeldes quecombatían al gobierno sandinista. Es decir, mientras Washington apoyaba a lacontra, también negociaba con Teherán. Este episodio mostró cómo ambos paísesestaban en el centro de la geopolítica de la Guerra Fría, pero no consolidó unaalianza estructural entre Managua y Teherán.1990–2006: pausa yreconfiguraciónCuando el FSLN perdió laselecciones en 1990 frente a Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, la relación con Iránperdió relevancia. Durante los gobiernos liberales de los años 90 y principiosde los 2000, Nicaragua priorizó relaciones con Estados Unidos y organismosfinancieros internacionales. El vínculo con Teherán quedó en un segundo plano.2007 en adelante: reactivaciónestratégicaEl regreso de Daniel Ortegaal poder en 2007 marcó un giro. Ortega impulsó una política exterior orientadaa alianzas con gobiernos enfrentados a Washington: Venezuela, Cuba, Rusia ytambién Irán. En este período, la relación se volvió más visible ysimbólicamente intensa.Durante la presidencia iraní de MahmoudAhmadinejad, hubo visitas oficiales y anuncios de cooperación. Ahmadinejadvisitó Managua en 2007 para la toma de posesión de Ortega. Se firmaronmemorandos en materia de energía, vivienda y agricultura. Irán prometióinversiones millonarias, incluyendo proyectos de plantas lecheras y energíahidroeléctrica. Sin embargo, muchos de esos anuncios no se materializaronplenamente o quedaron en niveles modestos de ejecución.Esto es la Republika desde Nicaragua. La relación entre sandinistas y ayatolas: casi cinco décadas de afinidad política y poder concentrado

Marques Townes, el escolta dominicano que juega en España, soltó una BOMBA contra Fedombal por el mal manejo de su convocatoria para la ventana FIBA vs USA y Nicaragua. Lo liberaron de su club, le dijeron que iba... ¡y luego silencio total!

Originally airing on the Live365 Radio Network, this is only the second episode of what was then called ParaReality Radio. This episode is all about the Chupacabra and originally aired on January 3, 2004 The chupacabra ("goat sucker") is an animal said to be unknown to science and systemically killing animals in places like Puerto Rico, Miami, Nicaragua, Chile, and Mexico. The creature's name originated with the discovery of some dead goats in Puerto Rico with puncture wounds in their necks and their blood allegedly drained. According to UFO Magazine there have been more than 2,000 reported cases of animal mutilations in Puerto Rico attributed to the chupacabra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

El vicepresidente Félix Ulloa, una figura casi ausente en el debate público salvadoreño, se ha convertido nuevamente en vocero internacional del gobierno de Nayib Bukele. Durante su gira por Europa, ha defendido el régimen de excepción, ha respondido a críticas sobre democracia y ha presentado a El Salvador como un modelo de seguridad, en contraste con denuncias de violaciones a derechos humanos y falta de transparencia.Este episodio recorre ese cambio: de abogado constitucionalista y crítico de la corrupción a defensor de un gobierno señalado por esas mismas prácticas.Además, revisamos otras noticias de la semana: la decisión de la Corte Suprema de mantener en reserva expedientes de extradición, nuevos cambios en la relación comercial entre El Salvador y Estados Unidos tras la imposición de aranceles. En la Nota de Centroamérica, Gabriel Labrador reporta sobre el debate por la minería de oro en Costa Rica en medio de denuncias de contrabando hacia Nicaragua.El Resumen es un podcast original de El Faro Audio. Este episodio fue editado por Victoria Delgado. El arte de portada es de Daniel Reyes. La producción de sonido y música es de Omnionn. Apoya nuestro periodismo independiente ingresando a apoya.elfaro.net. Suscríbete a nuestro boletín semanal para recibir todas nuestras publicaciones. Únete a nuestro canal de WhatsApp para actualizaciones diarias de periodistas del equipo. Síguenos en Facebook, TikTok, Instagram y X.Este episodio fue grabado el viernes 27 de febrero de 2026.

It's the Cleveland Cavaliers episode of ‘The Young Man and the Three,' featuring Larry Nance Jr., Jarrett Allen, and Sam Merrill!The trio discusses what it's been like adding James Harden to the roster, the dynamic of him and Donovan Mitchell playing to together, and how it all affects their offense.Sam also shares the WILD story of his two-year mission trip to Nicaragua, the time he got jumped there, and what it was like getting back into basketball after the trip.They then get into each of their NBA backstories, including Larry playing with the Los Angeles Lakers during Kobe Bryant's farewell tour for his rookie year, Jarrett's time on the Brooklyn Nets, and Sam's experience being the last pick in the draft, winning a championship with Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks, and his G-League journey. Then, they end with sharing some of their interests outside of basketball, their favorite movies, and Pokemon. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Interview with Daniel Henao, President & CEO of Mineros SAOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/mineros-sa-tsxmsa-record-earnings-fund-aggressive-expansion-across-latin-america-8048Recording date: 25th February 2026Mineros SA (TSX:MSA), a Colombian gold producer with over 100 years of operational history, is executing a fundamental transformation that positions the company as a compelling growth opportunity in the current $5,000 per ounce gold environment.The company delivered exceptional 2025 results, producing 227,000 ounces of gold equivalent and generating $800 million in revenues—a 50% increase year-over-year. With $360 million in adjusted EBITDA generated at an average realized price of $3,500 per ounce, the company now operates in a significantly more favorable pricing environment that provides immediate margin expansion.Mineros operates two producing assets with distinct characteristics. Hemco in Nicaragua produces approximately 140,000 ounces annually from the historic Bonanza mining district, while Colombia contributes 90,000 ounces through an unusual century-old alluvial operation that employs flooded-pit methodology, gravity separation without chemicals, and hydroelectric power.The company's near-term growth strategy centers on Nicaragua, where processing capacity represents the primary constraint despite abundant mineral resources. Mineros is investing in a 40% throughput expansion at Hemco, increasing capacity from 1,800 to 2,500 tons per day by year-end 2026. Simultaneously, gold recoveries have improved from 87% to 90%, representing pure margin enhancement from already-mined material.On the exploration front, Mineros is launching its largest-ever drilling program of 100 kilometers across its 450,000-hectare Nicaragua land package. The district has produced nearly 10 million ounces historically yet remains substantially underexplored by modern methods. The company is targeting both brownfield expansion near existing operations and greenfield discoveries under the leadership of Carlos Rios, who joined from Collective Mining in December 2025.Despite 1,000% stock appreciation over two years, management argues the company remains undervalued at 2x revenues and 4x EBITDA—multiples based on $3,500 gold rather than current prices. The company has returned $145 million to shareholders over five years while maintaining its ability to fund growth initiatives, dividends, and explore selective M&A opportunities from strong operating cash flow.View Mineros S.A.'s company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/mineros-saSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Did the Tell Me Lies finale actually deliver… or are we all just emotionally attached to chaos?In this quickie episode, Alix & Kayla break down the Tell Me Lies finale—spoilers included—and unpack everything from toxic relationship dynamics to unresolved plotlines and the very real lesbian internet crossover that somehow always leads back to the same tiny queer universe.From casting coincidences and queer Hollywood connections to the psychology behind Stephen and Lucy's relationship, they dive into what worked, what didn't, and the storylines they wish we'd gotten another season to explore.This is a fun, chaotic pop culture recap about messy relationships, queer internet lore, TV finales, and why the lesbian social graph is somehow only three degrees wide.00:00 – Intro: First Ever “Quickie” Episode 00:45 – Why We're Adding Quick Episodes 01:05 – Tell Me Lies Finale (Spoiler Alert) 02:00 – Recognizing the Cast & Lesbian Internet Connections 03:00 – Doppelgängers, Casting, and Queer Lore 04:05 – Real-Life Relationships Between the Cast 05:15 – The “Tiny Web of Lesbians” Phenomenon 06:30 – Finale Reactions: Mixed Feelings 08:00 – Did Stephen Actually Win? 09:30 – Lucy's Choices & Relationship Chaos 10:45 – Plotlines That Felt Unresolved 11:45 – Storylines We Wish Got Another Season 13:00 – Favorite Character Dynamics 14:00 – Final Thoughts on the Ending 14:45 – Audience Questions & Comment Prompts

The US is busy saber rattling all over the globe. On today's show guest host Norm Stockwell checks in with two anti-war activists, Medea Benjamin and Ann Wright, about what they're hearing on the ground in Venezuela and Cuba.  Wright says that activists should be tired right now from the burnout of protesting in the streets and visiting their congressional representative's offices. She says that it's important to travel to places like Cuba and Venezuela to see what the US government is actually perpetuating and how Venezuelans are saying “we hope you can control your own government and how it acts internationally.” She also describes how Venezuelans are responding to the US kidnapping of their head of state and the purposeful bombing of their communications and energy facilities.  They also discuss the situation in Cuba and Benjamin's latest article about US sanctions. Benjamin has covered the US's relationship with Iran and says that you don't have to like the Iranian government to oppose a US invasion. Polls show there's little support for such an action, but Israel continues to push for war with Iran. She describes how everyday people become the victims of US warfare. Note: This pledge drive interview was edited to remove parts of the show dedicated to station fundraising. We thank our listeners for their generous support. Medea Benjamin is a cofounder of both CODEPINK and the international human rights organization Global Exchange. She is the author of 11 books, including Drone Warfare: Killing by Remote Control, Kingdom of the Unjust: Behind the U.S.-Saudi Connection, Inside Iran: The Real History and Politics of the Islamic Republic of Iran and War in Ukraine: Making Sense of a Senseless Conflict, coauthored with Nicolas J.S. Davies. Her most recent book, coauthored with David Swanson, is NATO: What You Need to Know. Benjamin has been an advocate for social justice for more than 30 years. Ann Wright is a US Army/Army Reserves veteran, retired Colonel, and former US diplomat who resigned in March 2003 in opposition to the war on Iraq. She served in Nicaragua, Grenada, Somalia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Sierra Leone, Micronesia and Mongolia. In December 2001 she was on the small team that reopened the US Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan. She is the co-author of the book Dissent: Voices of Conscience. Featured image of protestors gathered in Times Square against the invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0). Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post From Venezuela to Cuba with Medea Benjamin and Ann Wright appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Mike Cobb, CEO of ECI Developments and author of How To Buy Your Home Overseas & Get It Right The First Time, explores what it really takes to live—and invest—abroad successfully. More than 25 years ago, Mike saw the gap between people dreaming about retiring on a beach and actually making it happen, so he set out to build thoughtfully planned communities across Latin America, including Belize, Nicaragua, and Panama. Since then, he's helped thousands of expats, investors, and digital nomads turn “someday” into a concrete plan through practical education, on-the-ground Discovery Tours, and real-world development experience.FOLLOW:https://ecidevelopment.com/https://www.facebook.com/ECIdevelopmenthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/eci-development-ltd./https://www.youtube.com/ECIDevelopmentLTDSUBSCRIBE IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BUILD WEALTH THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY ✅ http://relfreedom.tv  GET STARTED INVESTING TODAY AND ACCESS OUR DEAL LIST! 

Pediatric Dentist and Entrepreneur Dr. Tyler Hanks joins host Dr. Joel Berg for a discussion on designing your own brand rooted in authenticity. Dr. Hanks talks about how he has found success leaning into his passions and personality in ways that put patients and parents at ease as soon as they enter his practice. He also delves into the social media side of his practice and the trial and error of finding unique and engaging ways to meet families where they are when they're looking for expert advice. Guest Bio: Dr. Tyler Hanks, DMD, MPH is a board-certified pediatric dentist and the founder of Happy Tooth Pediatric Dentistry in Millcreek, Utah. Born and raised in Sandy, Utah, Dr. Hanks has deep roots in the community and a genuine passion for helping children develop lifelong healthy smiles. Dr. Hanks began his dental journey after graduating from Brighton High School and serving a mission in Nicaragua for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) and a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health, and completed specialized pediatric dental residency training at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. With over a decade of experience observing pediatric practices, Dr. Hanks believes that a child's first dental experiences have a lasting impact on their attitudes toward oral health. This philosophy inspired him to create Happy Tooth—an intentionally welcoming, fun, and kid-friendly environment designed to make dental visits enjoyable and comfortable for families. Dr. Hanks lives with his family in Utah and enjoys spending time with his four sons. Outside the office, he loves cheering on sports teams, playing board games, cruising around Millcreek on his OneWheel, and daydreaming about Lake Powell. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Residents and students learn from others about original motivation, long-haul stamina, pearls and pitfalls of living in community, debt, vision for one’s next step to the nations, and helping the needy now tensioned with investing in education to help others later.

Why does queer dating sometimes feel like relearning everything from scratch?In this episode, Alix & Kayla talk about the strange, funny, and sometimes emotional reality of navigating attraction, identity, and dating after stepping outside heteronormative expectations. From questioning what “counts” as chemistry to unpacking the pressure to label experiences too quickly, they explore how queer relationships often challenge the scripts we grew up with—and why that uncertainty can actually be freeing.This conversation is a relatable look at queer curiosity, identity shifts, and the messy, honest process of figuring out what feels right instead of what feels expected.00:12 – When Attraction Doesn't Follow the Script00:28 – Pressure to Label Experiences Quickly00:42 – Queer Dating vs Straight Dating Expectations00:58 – Letting Yourself Explore Without Certainty01:10 – Why Uncertainty Can Be Liberating

Nicaragua tendrá uno de los caminos más complicados en el World Baseball Classic 2026. Le toca competir en un grupo extremadamente fuerte. ¿Tiene el talento para dar la sorpresa? En este episodio de Baseball News analizamos la previa de Nicaragua en el WBC 2026, sus posibilidades reales y lo que necesita hacer para competir en el torneo. Además en el programa: ⚾ Tarik Skubal solo lanzará un juego con Team USA

WANT TO SEE JUSTIN SEMPSROTT LIVE? Sign up for The Lifeguard Project's first training event, The RESPONDER ROUND-UP:https://thelifeguardproject.org/the-responder-roundupThese episodes are a must listen for anyone curious about all things drowning. From professionals to public.Dr. Justin Sempsrott is an emergency medicine physician and drowning specialist who's spent the last two decades advancing drowning resuscitation. We split this episode into a two part recording in order to discuss in detail everything from physiology to advancements in care, global policy, studies, science, and every aspect of drowning management from prevention, to water rescue, conscious victims, and all the way to the hospital. Justin's extensive experience is a valuable asset to the lifeguard project podcast as it makes our community in tune with the latest updates in the world of water rescue and drowning prevention.Justin started as a beach lifeguard in Jacksonville Beach, Florida in 1996. In 2006, he co-founded Lifeguards Without Borders after seeing the massive and preventable global burden of drowning, especially in low- and middle-income countries.He's provided consultation, training, and medical education across the world working with lifeguards, nurses, physicians, and responders in places like Peru, Portugal, India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Australia, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Canada, and beyond.In the last five years alone, Justin has lectured on drowning resuscitation to more than 10,000 prehospital providers including U.S. Air Force PJ's, Navy SEALs, and other special operations medics. He has also helped spearhead numerous studies which have become the latest science for industry wide as well as statewide drowning protocols, most recently in San Luis Obispo County and in conjunction with the Lifeguard Project.He also brings experience from wilderness medicine and mass gathering medicine, serving as Associate Medical Director for the Burning Man Medical Operations and continues to work in several emergency departments.00:00 Meet Dr Justin Sempsrott01:34 Early Life Overseas03:29 Childhood Drowning Scare06:53 Lifeguarding Beginnings08:45 From Beach to Med School11:49 First Major Rescue13:47 Finding the Drowning Community17:27 Global Drowning Reality Check19:53 Bangladesh Data and Daycares23:07 Defining Drowning Properly27:58 Prevention and Behavior Change32:52 Resuscitation Priorities for Drowning40:40 Oxygen First on Scene51:00 Cross Training First Responders52:25 Preplanning With Lifeguards52:51 Don't Break What Works54:19 Micro Delays Matter55:05 Salt Vs Fresh Water56:18 Antibiotics And Myths57:33 Cold Water Realities01:00:14 Rescue To Recovery Calls01:04:38 Laryngospasm Explained01:10:40 Foam Cough And Triage01:16:25 Delayed Drowning Debunked01:18:14 Airway Tools Priorities01:25:29 Ventilator Strategy Basics01:27:20 Updating Drowning Protocols01:37:30 Final ThoughtsThanks for listening!Check out these links for more!Drowning Presentation2024 AHA Drowning GuidelinesPresented by The Ben Carlson Foundation:https://www.bencarlsonfoundation.org/https://www.instagram.com/bencarlson_foundation/Subscribe to the Podcast Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lifeguard-project/id1748861682https://open.spotify.com/show/7EoZTDiET6jJ6XJ1g5X54thttps://www.instagram.com/thelifeguardproject/https://thelifeguardproject.org/Host, Drasko Bogdanovic:https://www.bogdogphoto.com/https://www.instagram.com/bogdogphoto/drowning resuscitation, drowning prevention, drowning science, drowning definition update, near drowning definition change, lifeguard CPR rescue breathing, oxygen first drowning protocol, BVM ventilation in drowning, foam and vomiting in drowning, jaw thrust airway management, compression-only CPR vs drowning CPR, pediatric drowning prevention, Lifeguards Without Borders, global drowning statistics, water safety education, EMS drowning protocolsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-lifeguard-project/donations

La crisis política en Nicaragua existe desde hace años y va a peor desde las protestas de 2018, cuando casi 400 personas murieron debido a la represión del régimen copresidencial de Daniel Ortega y Rosario Murillo. Hablamos de la situación en el país con dos exiliados nicaragüenses, Verónica Castañeda y Silvio Prado, que forman parte de la Asociación Nicaragua Libre, con sede en Madrid.Además, en nuestro repaso a la actualidad, seguimos muy pendientes de México tras la muerte del líder del cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación. También nos fijamos en el coste de la vida en América Latina con nuestra colaboradora externa, la periodista mexicana Kirely Macedo.Escuchar audio

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Analizamos el choque entre Cuba y Nicaragua dentro de la preparación rumbo al Clásico Mundial de Béisbol.Conversamos sobre:• El comportamiento del staff de lanzadores• La construcción del orden al bate• La defensa y la ejecución táctica• Los jugadores que dieron un paso al frente• Las interrogantes que siguen abiertasUn episodio enfocado en entender qué está mostrando el equipo cubano en competencia real.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

Send a textOn this episode the guys sit down with Matthew Soerens to begin a conversation on a very important and complicated issue for the Church. Matthew Soerens began his World Relief journey in 2005 as an intern in Nicaragua. Since then he served as a Department of Justice-accredited legal counselor in Chicagoland before assuming the role of U.S. Director of Church Mobilization and Advocacy. Matt is the co-author of three books including Welcoming the Stranger (InterVarsity Press, 2018) and Inalienable (InterVarsity Press, 2022). Matt also serves as the National Coordinator for the Evangelical Immigration Table, a coalition that advocates for immigration reforms consistent with biblical values. He is a graduate of Wheaton College, where he has also served as a guest faculty member in the Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership program, and earned a master's degree from DePaul University's School of Public Service. He lives in Aurora, Illinois with his wife Diana and their four children.https://worldrelief.org

En nuestro show semanal “Tus Derechos”, la abogada Stacy Ehrisman explicó los cambios más recientes en inmigración y respondió preguntas en vivo de nuestra comunidad.Hablamos sobre la terminación del TPS para Honduras, Nepal y Nicaragua, restricciones para ciertos países, Visa U, perdones 601/601A, fianzas, ajustes por matrimonio o hijos ciudadanos, cancelación de deportación y riesgos en casos de asilo.

En este podcast de Pelota Cubana USA debatimos el inicio de la preparación de Cuba en Nicaragua con un roster incompleto y lo que esto puede significar de cara al Clásico Mundial.Hablamos de:• La construcción de la química del equipo• El tiempo real de juego conjunto• La definición de roles• El trabajo del pitcheo• La comparación con otras seleccionesUn episodio para entender si esta situación representa una desventaja real o un reto manejable para el cuerpo técnico.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

En este podcast de Pelota Cubana USA debatimos en qué debe centrarse la preparación del equipo Cuba durante los juegos en Nicaragua antes del Clásico Mundial.Hablamos de:• Prioridades en el trabajo del roster• Manejo del pitcheo• Construcción del lineup• Roles dentro del equipo• Ajustes estratégicos necesariosUn episodio enfocado en la preparación como factor determinante para competir al máximo nivel.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

En este podcast de Pelota Cubana USA debatimos el primer juego de preparación de Cuba en Nicaragua ante un rival con presencia de Grandes Ligas.Hablamos de:• El valor competitivo del enfrentamiento• Qué aspectos del equipo se ponen a prueba• La evaluación del pitcheo y el lineup• Las primeras señales rumbo al Clásico MundialUn episodio para entender por qué este choque es mucho más que un amistoso.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

Overcomer Covenant Church exists to advance the Kingdom of God, locally and globally, by preaching the Gospel, partnering with other ministries, and planting churches. To support Overcomer and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: https://overcomercc.org/give If you've just made a decision for Christ, click the link today - https://overcomercc.org/saved If this is your first time joining us, click the link today - https://overcomercc.org/newhere —— Stay Connected! Website: https://overcomercc.org YouTube: https://youtube.com/@overcomercc Instagram: https://instagram.com/overcomercc Facebook: https://facebook.com/overcomercc

On this episode of Latinos Out Loud, host, Rachel La Loca chats with Emmy-nominated writer, actor, and storyteller Rick Najera. Rick has partnered with publisher Jacqueline S. Ruiz of ⁠Fig Factor Media⁠ to launch The Latino Family Chronicles—a book series highlighting multigenerational Latino families who have shaped America. The first title, ⁠Love, Truth and Loyalty,⁠ follows the d'Escoto family's journey from Nicaragua to the U.S., blending heartfelt storytelling with cultural insight. (This family also has Chicago roots!) The two sketch comedy lovers also chat about Rick writing on iconic sketch show, In Living Color, the importance of authentic storytelling and more. Follow ⁠Rick⁠   / ricknajera   Follow ⁠Rachel⁠   / rachellaloca   Follow ⁠Latinos Out Loud⁠   / wearelatinosoutloud   And while you're at it, follow the yellow brick road :) MORE ON RICK: Rick Najera has received numerous industry awards for his work. like Broadway in his award-winning, self-penned stageplay, Latinologues, directed by comedy legend Cheech Marin. staff writer on the groundbreaking urban comedy series, In Living Color, for which he wrote more than 30 episodes. Najera went on to write for Townsend TV (10 episodes), MAD TV (47 episodes), East Los High – a Hulu original (21 episodes) and more. He penned the feature film Nothing Like the Holidays starring Debra Messing, Alfred Molina, John Leguizamo and Luis Guzman, which won him an ALMA Award. Najera learned from great writers like Spike Lee, Quentin Tarantino and Scorsese to “write what you know' and has been a pioneer in Hollywood telling his American experience, from a Latino perspective. #LatinosOutLoud #Podcast #Comedy #Writers #RickNajera

What is it actually like the first time you're with a woman?In this episode, Alex & Kayla talk about first times with girls — the magical ones, the awkward ones, the confusing ones, and the ones that quietly change everything. Drawing from listener stories, polls, and their own experiences, they explore what it means when desire finally makes sense, why some first times feel life-changing and others feel messy, and how fear, alcohol, shame, curiosity, and timing all shape our queer awakenings.From being a “ ‘straight' girl” at a gay bar to sober sex, baby gay panic, internalized homophobia, and the relief of realizing you're not broken — just queer and nervous — this conversation is honest, funny, and deeply relatable.Whether your first time was magical, chaotic, or still hasn't happened yet, this episode is for anyone navigating queerness, curiosity, and the moments that quietly rewrite your story.01:45 – Today's Topic: First Time With a Girl03:00 – Listener Poll Results: Magical vs Awkward First Times05:30 – How Old Were You the First Time?06:45 – Did You Come Out After?08:00 – Game Time: First-Time Confessions10:40 – Identity Crisis vs Peace After the First Time12:00 – Listener Story: First Time With a Woman After Only Dating Men14:45 – Feeling Like a Teenager Again16:45 – Why Exploring Identity Matters (Even If It Changes)18:00 – Is the First Time Scarier Without “Knowing What to Do”?20:20 – Listener Story: A Bad First Time That Still Meant Something23:20 – What Counts as “Lesbian Sex,” Anyway?26:00 – Intentional vs Party Hookups29:00 – When It Finally “Clicks”31:00 – Listener Story: Calm, Clarity, and First-Time Love33:00 – Dating Men vs Dating Women: The Intimacy Wall36:45 – Wishing You'd Figured It Out Sooner38:00 – Listener Story: Awkward, Nervous, Perfectly Imperfect40:15 – Why the Build-Up Is Often the Hardest Part42:30 – Hooking Up With Someone Who's Never Been With a Girl45:00 – Sober Sex, Alcohol, and Lowered Inhibitions47:45 – “Who's the Problem?” Baby Gay Panic Edition52:00 – Internalized Homophobia vs Externalized Heterophobia54:00 – Closing Thoughts: You're Not Broken, You're Queer

Coming to you from the JRE Tobacco Aladino Studios, Nick catches you up on some recent cigar news. We're smoking a Plasencia Reserva Original and discussing the recent barn fire at Plasencia's Nicaragua facility, as well as the postponement of the Festival Del Habanos Cuban cigar event, and the news that Jonathan Drew of Drew Estate will be opening a new factory and event space in Miami. Find out the details and some of Nick's thoughts on these happenings. From there, learn what Nick has been watching lately in the Villiger Cigars Entertainment Report. And find out what Three Cigars Nick has Smoked and Enjoyed this week. Get your calls in for Ask the Pulpit at (863)874-0000. Or email your comments to Nick@CigarPulpit.com! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS... For all your online cigar purchasing needs, head over to 2GuysCigars.com! In business for 40 years, they are THE trusted name in the cigar industry! Family owned and operated, they provide a great selection, fair prices, and outstanding customer service. That's 2GuysCigars.com! Follow JRE Tobacco/Aladino at @AladinoCigars on Instagram or check out their website, JRETobacco.com for a store near you that carries their cigars Follow Villiger Cigars at @VilligerCigar on Instagram or check out their website, VilligerCigars.com for a store near you that carries their cigars, or visit their new online shop at https://villigercigars.store/home

My guest today is LoraKim Joyner, a passionate protector of parrots, who knows that the health of one is interconnected to the health of all beings. LoraKim received her B.S in Avian Sciences, her Doctorate in Veterinarian Medicine, a Masters in Preventive Veterinary Medicine, which led to meaningful work in bird conservation throughout Central and South America. Years later she saw the need to address human well-being and obtained her Masters in Divinity and was ordained a Unitarian Universalist minister and became certified in NonViolent Communication.  LoraKim's expansive experience covers, bird education, research and conservation, parish ministry, co-founder of the non-profit organization One Earth Conservation and leading transformational projects in Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Guyana, Suriname and Paraguay. Her mission and motto is "Unconditional Solidarity" with the acronym U.S., which  reflects that it takes all of us to protect parrots, protect people and protect our planet! Get a literal and figurative bird's eye view of LoraKim's multi-species ministry, community collaborations, and nurturing nature approach where she honors the inherent worth, dignity and needs of all individuals, while she spends the months of March and April in Honduras. There she will be supporting the efforts of the local people who are trying to save their forests and birds from poaching and abuses. Support her inspiring efforts to protect their natural resources by holding the government accountable. Check out the Show Notes for links to One Earth Conservation where you can donate, follow the live-steam, and share on social media to spread the word of Joyner's heart and mind opening work. While exploring additional ways to get involved, on the site of One Earth Conservation, also check out the list of books written by Joyner.  Enjoy the podcast!!  Links: GoFundMe Solidarity Campaign www.oneearthconservation.org/ amoloros@gmail.com

What is the point of a country that can freeze your bank account for your views? Today, I talk with Patrick Hiebert, founder of Autris (OTC: AUTR) and Veritas Villages, about why the "First World" is no longer the safest choice for your family. We dive into building Bitcoin citadels and why a "Tranquilo" life in El Salvador offers more security than the West.Patrick proves off-grid living is now a high-end luxury. Using the FIRST philosophy, he builds off-grid homes with localized power and water to ensure policy shifts in a distant capital cannot turn off your lights.Legal hurdles are the biggest barrier, but residency by investment is changing quickly. We compare El Salvador's Freedom Visa to more affordable options where your money goes further. A Nicaragua property or a Panamanian residency might be a better "Plan B" for those seeking legal status on a budget.Building eco-friendly homes in the tropics requires a "buffer" between Western expectations and local delivery. Patrick shares the reality of managing sustainable housing and why hands-on oversight is mandatory to avoid a nightmare.This shift toward sustainable development is a fundamental change in how we define safety. Technology makes relying on centralized systems a choice rather than a necessity. Whether you want a hedge or a new home, the "Bitcoin virus" is building a freer world. -Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about Patrick Hiebert:Autris Group (OTCID: AUTR) (Parent Company): https://autrisgroup.comVeritas Villages: https://veritasvillages.comVeritas Villages YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@veritasvillages Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeritasVillagesOfficial/Patrick Hiebert on X: https://x.com/PatrickHiebertLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-hiebert/Support and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00  Intro02:02  What are the core philosophies of freedom-oriented communities? 3:08  How to achieve zero utility costs in luxury off-grid homes?04:53  Is Autris (AUTR) the first public Bitcoin Citadel company?07:02  How do community orchards and gardens solve food security?08:03  Can home Bitcoin mining offset HOA fees and property taxes?13:40  Why is the First World moving to El Salvador in 2026?19:39  Critical construction risks for expats in Central America30:16  Panama vs. El Salvador: Which 2026 residency is better?33:05  Is El Salvador safer than Canada and the UK? 2026 crime stats compared 51:50 Best solar and battery technology for luxury off-grid living in the tropicsLive From Bitcoin Beach