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How prepared is your organization to handle the evolving landscape of sanctions compliance? In this episode of Corruption, Crime and Compliance, Michael Volkov dives into critical sanctions compliance cases and their implications for global companies. He discusses four significant cases that underscore the necessity of robust compliance programs, particularly in light of increased DOJ enforcement actions. Through these examples, he breaks down the consequences of third-party liability, supply chain risks, and the dangers of inadequate compliance measures, offering valuable insights into how companies can proactively avoid similar pitfalls.Cases discussed:British American Tobacco (BAT): The company faced a staggering $629 million settlement for circumventing North Korean trade sanctions. This case illustrates how corporate prosecutions are evolving to resemble Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) cases, emphasizing the growing scrutiny on multinational corporations.Epsilon Electronics: This case clarifies the liabilities companies face when third-party distributors divert products to prohibited countries, such as Iran. Even if the company had no direct involvement in the diversion, it still bears responsibility, underscoring the importance of diligent monitoring of distribution channels.ELF Cosmetics: The company received a $1 million fine for importing goods containing materials sourced from North Korea. This case underscores the critical importance of conducting thorough supply chain due diligence to ensure compliance with international sanctions.Murad LLC: This case focuses on post-acquisition compliance failures, demonstrating the urgent need for thorough pre- and post-acquisition audits. These audits are essential to uncover potential sanctions violations and ensure that newly acquired companies adhere to compliance standards.Resources:Michael Volkov on LinkedIn | TwitterThe Volkov Law GroupLinks to the four cases: British American Tobacco | Epsilon Electronics I Elf Cosmetics | Murad LLCA Framework for OFAC Compliance Commitments (May 2019)

Part 1 of 2 - David Sneddon, a 24-year-old Brigham Young University student from Logan, Utah, disappeared on August 14, 2004, while hiking Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan, China, after completing Mandarin language classes in Beijing. A devout Mormon, Eagle Scout, and experienced hiker fluent in Korean and Mandarin, David was described as smart, outgoing, and adventurous, with plans to attend law school. He had spent two years in South Korea on a Mormon mission and was studying in Beijing with friend George Bailey during the summer of 2004.   After classes, David and George traveled to southern China. On August 9, they parted ways, with David heading to hike the 16-mile High Trail of Tiger Leaping Gorge, a scenic but well-maintained trail. His last communication was an email to his parents on August 11 from Lijiang, expressing excitement about the hike and returning home. He planned to stay at Tina's Guesthouse, visit Shangri-La, and fly to Seoul to meet his brother Michael on August 15. When David missed the flight, his family reported him missing.   Chinese authorities conducted a brief investigation, finding no trace of David in hostels, hospitals, or jails. His passport and $700 in his bank account remained untouched, and his backpack, left at Jane's Guesthouse in Lijiang, contained undeveloped film showing his travels. Despite no evidence of foul play and a heavily trafficked trail, officials concluded David fell into the Jinsha River and drowned, a theory his parents, Roy and Kathleen, rejected due to his hiking experience and the trail's safety.   On September 9, 2004, Roy and sons Michael and James traveled to Yunnan to retrace David's steps, hiring a translator and guide. They found the trail safe, wide, and busy, with no perilous drops, contradicting the official narrative. The family's methodical search—using non-leading questions and photos—yielded a confirmed sighting: a guide, Keith Chu Chung, recalled David hiking with a Hong Kong couple on August 11, reaching Tina's Guesthouse by 7 p.m., proving he exited the gorge safely.   The Sneddons grew suspicious of the Chinese authorities' efforts, noting performative searches with bloodhounds and missing person posters that seemed staged. Seven years later, a phone call (details undisclosed) reignited hope that David might be alive. Part 2 will cover the family's continued search, official reactions, and theories, including a controversial claim of North Korean abduction.   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Dark Oak 03:30 100th Episode Celebration and Giveaway 05:30 David Sneddon 39:00 The Branch of Hope     Sources: Newsweek. https://www.newsweek.com/family-us-student-who-disappeared-china-looks-north-korea-summit-answers-967469 Vogel, C., & Vogel, C. (2022, May 12). Did North Korea kidnap an American hiker? Outside Online. https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/did-north-korea-kidnap-american-hiker/ “Thinking Sideways Podcast” David Sneddon (Podcast episode 2015) - Plot - IMDB. (n.d.). IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14457712/plotsummary/ 13: David Sneddon: Tiger Leaping Gorge, China - The Last Trip | iHeart. (n.d.). iHeart. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/270-the-last-trip-127775104/episode/13-david-sneddon-tiger-leaping-gorge-148633018/ China Discovery. (n.d.). China Discovery - Leading China Travel Agency with Reviews. https://www.chinadiscovery.com/   Join The Dark Oak Discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Himes and Music by Ryan Creep

Retired agents Lou Calvarese and Melissa Fortunato review their undercover roles in Operation Royal Charm, an investigation that used an undercover wedding ruse to dismantle an international smuggling ring bringing into the U.S. illegal drugs, cigarettes, and counterfeit $100 bills, known as North Korean “super notes,” and conspiring to smuggle in weapons from North Korea as well. Task force members immediately arrested guests arriving in chauffeured limousines to Lou and Melissa's wedding. Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles: https://jerriwilliams.com/351-lou-calvarese-and-melissa-fortunato-undercover-wedding-operation-royal-charm/     Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams   Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL    Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

North Korean state media coverage of the first international marathon in Pyongyang since 2019 underscored ongoing inconsistencies in how state propaganda mythologizes Kim ll Sung, changing the name of the event to remove reference to the founding leader's birthplace Mangyongdae. NK News founder and CEO Chad O'Carroll joins the podcast to discuss the ideological tensions surrounding the event's new name and how it relates to trends that started last year. He also discusses the recent death of one of the most extraordinary North Koreans to ever cross the inter-Korean border — Kim Shin-jo — as well as the future of efforts by Voice of America and Radio Free Asia to broadcast uncensored information into the DPRK following budget cuts by the Trump administration. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community.Japanese law enforcement has publicly linked a Chinese state-sponsored threat group known as MirrorFace to a series of cyberattacks that have targeted Japan over the past five years.Researchers at Cyfirma have detailed a new campaign where attackers are using a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) dubbed Neptune to hijack Windows systems.Researchers have discovered new variants of a previously identified Linux backdoor known as SparrowDoor, believed to be the work of a North Korean state-sponsored group known as Kimsuky.CISA has added a recently disclosed vulnerability in CrushFTP (tracked as CVE-2024-4040) to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

The Korean peninsula was split into two countries after the Second World War.  The Soviet backed North and the U.S. backed South.  North Korea tried to unify the two by invading South Korea in June 1950.  Initially North Korea had great success.  It pushed South Korea's small military aside and rushed down the peninsula while the United States tried to get forces onto the peninsula.  The North Koreans were finally stopped around the port of Pusan at the very bottom of the Korean peninsula.  While fighting around Pusan was going on, the U.S. commander, General Douglas MacArthur, contemplated his next move.  Instead of using his growing force to reinforce Pusan, MacArthur chose to do something far more risky.  He would conduct an amphibious landing deep in the rear of the North Korean army, cut its logistics, and cause it to collapse.  The place he picked for this landing was the port of Inchon.  Robert D. Heinl, Jr. tells the story in "Victory at High Tide: The Inchon Seoul Campaign."

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Fyodor Tertitskiy, a longtime Seoul-based scholar of North Korean history and author of “Accidental Tyrant: The Life of Kim Il-sung,” a new biography of Kim Il Sung. Drawing on sources in Korean, Russian, Chinese and Japanese, Tertitskiy offers a fresh and deeply researched account of the man who founded one of the world's most enduring authoritarian regimes. We explore Kim's improbable rise from guerrilla fighter to head of state at just 33, how he consolidated power and created a system of hereditary rule, and why his legacy still looms large over North Korea today. Tertitskiy also discusses the mythmaking around Kim's persona, from teleportation to pine cone grenades, and examines the broader implications of his rule for global security and the study of dictatorship. Fyodor Tertitskiy has been residing in South Korea since 2011. He earned his PhD from Seoul National University in 2017 and is currently a lecturer at Korea University. His works can be found on his ResearchGate profile. He has recently published “Accidental Tyrant: The Life of Kim Il-sung,” a biography of Kim Il Sung.  About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists. NK News subscribers can listen to this and other exclusive episodes from their preferred podcast player by accessing the private podcast feed. For more detailed instructions, please see the step-by-step guide at nknews.org/private-feed.

This week on Hacker in the Fed, Chris Hector dive into the chaos of the last few weeks in cybersecurity. From Oracle's alleged breach cover-up and legal trouble to the ongoing threat of North Korean IT infiltration, the guys break down the biggest stories making waves. They also reveal new details behind the infamous Caesars and MGM ransomware attacks — including how one hacker was caught — and share updates on changes coming to the podcast, including a new Patreon!

Shopify Product Director Alex Danco returns for his NINTH appearance on the show — and he comes in hot. As you'll hear, I didn't even get a chance to introduce him before he launched into his take on what everyone gets wrong about Citizen Kane. We also unpack the performance art of parenting, why dinner parties are the new status signals, the difference between meme and slop culture and MUCH more. Unsurprisingly, this was a fun one. For the full transcript, episode takeaways, and bucketloads of other goodies designed to make you go, “Hmm, that's interesting!”, check out our Substack. Important Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alex_Danco Substack: https://danco.substack.com Website: https://alexdanco.com/ Previous episode: https://newsletter.osv.llc/p/finding-method-in-the-madness?utm_source=publication-search Show Notes: What EVERYONE gets wrong about Citizen Kane Jim's hardest interview question Elon & Lutnick: clash of the cartoons The status hierarchy of baby strollers What happened to Yuval Noah Harari? (With a diversion via digital girlfriends and North Korean crypto hackers) Dinner parties as status signals Parenting as performative art History's greatest memers Infinite Jest: the sequel (an Alex Danco & Jim O'Shaughnessy production) GIF culture vs AI slop From “code is capital” to “code is labour” “Did I mention that I dropped out of Stamford?” From Clint Eastwood to Cloud Atlas MORE! Books, Articles & Films Mentioned: Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom; by Jim O'Shaughnessy and Vatsal Kaushik Finnegans Wake; by James Joyce Invest Like the Best; by Jim O'Shaughnessy Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind; by Yuval Noah Harari Underwriters of the United States: How Insurance Shaped the American Founding; by Hannah Farber The Magic Mountain; by Thomas Mann The Gervais Principle; by Venkatesh Rao Scarcity & Abundance in 2025; by Alex Danco Cloud Atlas; by David Mitchell Citizen Kane; directed by Orson Welles F for Fake; directed by Orson Welles My Dinner with Andre; directed by Louis Malle Letters from Iwo Jima; directed by Clint Eastwood Million Dollar Baby; directed by Clint Eastwood Fawlty Towers (TV show) Absolutely Fabulous (TV Show)

The battle for TikTok's future heats up as Trump grants a second 75-day extension while major players like Microsoft, Blackstone, and Amazon circle the bidding arena. With 170 million US users hanging in the balance, we unpack the complex negotiations complicated by recent tariffs and international approvals.Nintendo Switch 2's announcement brings sticker shock with its $449.99 price tag—matching PlayStation and Xbox pricing—while revealing a troubling trend in the gaming economy. We dive deep into what this means for consumers and examine how the $80 game price point and mandatory $20 upgrade fees to play older games signals a fundamental shift from ownership to rental in our digital lives.The cryptocurrency world faces its most significant heist ever as North Korean hackers steal $1.5 billion from exchange ByBit. Our analysis reveals how this brazen theft was executed, why affected investors won't see their funds replaced, and what this means for cryptocurrency security moving forward.Our Gadgets and Gear segment introduces the innovative Ring Mouse, a wearable Bluetooth device that transforms how we interact with computers. Beyond its practical applications for presentations, we explore its surprising potential for office pranks and subtle device control.We celebrate Microsoft's 50th anniversary with a fast-paced quiz on the tech giant's defining moments and conclude with our signature whiskey tasting featuring Joseph A Magnus Murray Hill Club Special Release. Whether you're concerned about digital ownership rights, fascinated by emerging tech, or simply curious about the economics reshaping our digital landscape, this episode delivers insights that will make you go "hmmm."Support the show

Nate has returned from Social Media Marketing World in San Diego. He breaks down what the trends are and why AI probably won't ruin social media. We've also got plenty of other tech news to get caught up on and some tips and picks to help you tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Visit Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) MAIN TOPIC: Social Media Marketing World Recap (05:05) DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  iOS 18.4, 12 New Things (23:55) JUST THE HEADLINES: (31:45) Martian dust may pose health risk to humans exploring red planet, study finds Bloomberg's AI-Generated news summaries had at least 36 errors since January Scientists may have discovered how to extract power from the Earth's rotation FTC says 23andMe purchaser must uphold existing privacy policy for data handling Trump extends TikTok deadline for the second time Apple flew 5 flights full of iPhones from India and China in 3 days to beat Trump Tariffs iPhone farms sending more than 100,000 scam iMessages per day TAKES: Everything we know so far about the Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo's Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers (35:10) Mozilla Thunderbird finally takes on Gmail with new email service (43:25) North Korean hackers cash out hundreds of millions from $1.5bn ByBit hack (46:35) BONUS ODD TAKE: TV Garden - Watch TV from around the world (48:50) PICKS OF THE WEEK: Dave: ArcEmu - Watch Emulator (52:35) Nate: Airmoto Tire Inflator Portable Air Compressor - Air Pump For Car Tires with Digital Pressure Gauge, LED Light and Auto Shut-Off Function - Cordless Pump for Car, Motorcycle, Bicycle, Balls and More (57:35) RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:05:00)

Enrique “Ric” Prado is a 24-year veteran of the CIA's operations directorate, playing a pivotal role in counterterrorism and clandestine operations. As a co-founder of the Osama bin Laden task force, Alec Station, and later Chief of Operations for the CIA's Counterterrorist Center, he was instrumental in the agency's post-9/11 counterterrorism expansion. Prado led high-stakes intelligence and kinetic operations worldwide, earning recognition for his leadership in some of the most challenging missions against terrorist networks and hostile foreign agents. His career has been described as an "operational adventure," with significant contributions to some of the most critical covert actions in modern CIA history. Born in Cuba, Prado experienced the Cuban Revolution before immigrating to the U.S. as a refugee. He later served as a U.S. Air Force Pararescue operator before joining the CIA, where he spent decades in high-threat environments, including Latin America, the Middle East, and East Asia. He was a key figure in operations against the Shining Path in Peru, the Abu Sayyaf Group in the Philippines, and North Korean intelligence activities. After retiring from the CIA, he continued his work in private intelligence and security operations. A recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the CIA's Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal, Prado is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and daring intelligence officers of his generation.He is an author of the best seller, “Black Ops- the life of a CIA Shadow Warrior.” Ric understands resilience, high stakes leadership and how to be incredibly decisive when it matters most. Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior https://www.cbsnews.com/video/black-ops-the-life-of-a-cia-shadow-warrior/ To know more about Ric visit his website: www.ricprado.comAll of the episodes in April are brought to you by The Outlier Project where we choose to live extraordinary lives.

Tuesday, April 8th, 2025Today, stocks take another dive as the Trump regime plays fast and loose with tariffs; the en banc panel for the DC Circuit Court of Appeals has reinstated Cathy Harris and Gwynne Wilcox to their jobs at the NLRB and MSRP; the North Carolina Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling requiring 65,000 people to cure their ballots; NIH researchers have made a cancer breakthrough but layoffs are delaying it; a second unvaccinated child has died of measles and RFK Jr uses it as an opportunity for a photo op; the Trump administration is planning on spending $45M on immigrant detention; Trump is planning a giant North Korean style military parade on his birthday; and the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals REFUSED to pause an order forcing the Trump admin to return Maryland father Kilmar Abrego Garcia back to the U.S. before midnight tonight; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Helix Sleep20% Off Sitewide when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeans.Thank You, IQBAR20% off all IQBAR products. Text dailybeans to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Guest: Bobby Kogan@bbkogan - BlueSkyBobby Kogan - Center for American ProgressStories:Supreme Court delays midnight deadline for Trump administration to fix mistaken deportation of Maryland man | ABC NewsStock Market Volatility Hits 5-Year High As Wall Street Grapples With ‘Manmade' Tariff Problem | ForbesBessent flew to Florida to lobby Trump on tariff message - POLITICON.C. Supreme Court halts decision requiring verification of 65,000 votes in tight judicial race | NBC NewsNIH scientists have a cancer breakthrough. Layoffs are delaying it. | The Washington PostAppeals court halts Trump independent agency firings, spurring Supreme Court battle | The HillRFK Jr. visits Texas after second child dies of measles amid outbreak | The Washington PostTrump Administration Aims to Spend $45 Billion to Expand Immigrant Detention - The New York TimesTrump planning military parade through DC for 79th birthday | The HillGood Trouble:The Heritage Foundation DOGE Survey Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Check out other MSW Media podcastsShows - MSW MediaCleanup On Aisle 45 podSubscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on SubstackThe BreakdownFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaAllison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWroteDana GoldbergBlueSky|@dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, Twitter|@DGComedyShare your Good News or Good Trouble:dailybeanspod.com/goodFrom The Good News50501 South Dakota hosts ‘Hands Off' protests around the state | Dakota News NowBlue.Wing.Things to do in Case of COUP | YouTubeReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Hundreds of runners took to the streets of Pyongyang as North Korea hosted its premier international marathon race for the first time in six years on Sunday.  NK News Senior Analytic Correspondent Colin Zwirko joins the podcast to discuss what this means for the future of tourism in the country as the event marked the first time that non-Russian visitors were allowed to visit Pyongyang for leisure since the DPRK shut its borders in Jan. 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  He also discusses how North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was reportedly busy watching military drills simulating an attack on his neighbor to the south as the Constitutional Court announced its decision to uphold the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

Geoff White is an author, speaker, and investigative journalist. In this episode, he joins host Melissa O'Leary to discuss the ByBit hack and the broader North Korean cyber threat, including how the country's hackers developed their skills, the IT-worker issue that corporate America is facing, and more. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

Forecast: Patchy with a 32% backlog surge, CVE squalls causing auth bypass showers, and Lazarus fronts looming—keep your threat umbrellas handy!"

Zach Edwards from Silent Push is discussing their work on "New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B ByBit Hack and Past Attacks." Silent Push analysts uncovered significant infrastructure used by the Lazarus APT Group, linking them to the $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist through the domain bybit-assessment[.]com registered just hours before the attack. The investigation revealed a pattern of test entries, VPN usage, and fake job interview scams targeting crypto users, with malware deployment tied to North Korean threat actor groups like TraderTraitor and Contagious Interview. The team also identified numerous companies being impersonated in these scams, including major crypto platforms like Coinbase, Binance, and Kraken, to alert potential victims. The research can be found here: Silent Push Pivots into New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B ByBit Hack and Past Attacks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Edwards from Silent Push is discussing their work on "New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B ByBit Hack and Past Attacks." Silent Push analysts uncovered significant infrastructure used by the Lazarus APT Group, linking them to the $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist through the domain bybit-assessment[.]com registered just hours before the attack. The investigation revealed a pattern of test entries, VPN usage, and fake job interview scams targeting crypto users, with malware deployment tied to North Korean threat actor groups like TraderTraitor and Contagious Interview. The team also identified numerous companies being impersonated in these scams, including major crypto platforms like Coinbase, Binance, and Kraken, to alert potential victims. The research can be found here: Silent Push Pivots into New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B ByBit Hack and Past Attacks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comDouglas is a writer and commentator. He's an associate editor at The Spectator and a columnist for both the New York Post and The Sun, as well as a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. His books include The Madness of Crowds and The War on the West, which we discussed on the Dishcast three years ago. His new book is On Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the Future of Civilization. We had a lively, sometimes contentious session — first on Trump, then on Israel's tactics in Gaza.This episode and a forthcoming one with Francis Collins were challenges. How to push back against someone who is your guest? I never wanted the Dishcast to be an interrogation, an Andrew Neil-style interview. But I also wanted it to air debate, so I try to play devil's advocate when appropriate. I'm sure you'll let me know how I'm doing after this one.For two clips of our convo — on Palestinians “endlessly rejecting peace,” and debating the Khalil case — pop over to our YouTube page.Other topics: the pros and cons of Trump 2.0 for Douglas; his time on the frontlines in Ukraine; the “horrifying” WH meeting with Zelensky; mineral reparations; North Korean conscripts; aggressing Greenland; Blame Canada; the Signal chat; Vance's disdain for Europe; the Houthis; MAGA isolationists; targeting law firms; race and sex discrimination under Biden; Trump defunding the Ivies; anti-Semitism on campus; the Columbia protests and criminality; the Alien Enemies Act and the 1952 law; the Ozturk case; the horrors of 10/7; Hezbollah's aborted invasion; the bombing of Gaza; human shields; dead children; hostages like Edan Alexander; Gazan protests against Hamas; the Israeli dentist who saved Sinwar's life; 9/11 and religious extremism; the 2005 withdrawal from Gaza; Ben-Gurion; Zionism; pogroms in the wake of 1948; audio clips of Hitchens and Bill Burr; the view that only Jews can protect Jews; Rushdie; the hearts and minds of Gazans; John Spencer; just war theory; Trump's Mar-a-Gaza; the West Bank settlements; ethnic cleansing; Smotrich; and the fate of a two-state solution after 10/7.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Claire Lehmann on the success of Quillette, Evan Wolfson on the history of marriage equality, Francis Collins on faith and science and Covid, Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee on Covid's political fallout, and Paul Elie on his book The Last Supper: Art, Faith, Sex, and Controversy in the 1980s. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Could Putin ever agree to peace? Would an election help Zelensky consolidate power? What's happened to North Koreans fighting in Ukraine?Vitaly is joined by BBC Verify's Olga Robinson, security correspondent Frank Gardner and Global News Podcast presenter Oliver Conway, to try and answer these questions and more.Today's episode is presented by Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Ryan Johnston, Ben Carter and Peter Karlsen. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham. Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast's Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord

South Korea's Constitutional Court unanimously upheld the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol on Friday for his controversial declaration of martial law citing “pro-North” domestic forces, raising questions about the future of inter-Korean relations.  This week's episode discusses Yoon's justification of martial law as a response to perceived North Korean threats, why North Korea may be taking a relatively cautious approach in its reaction to the ROK president's impeachment and what to expect from both Koreas in the coming months.  This episode features: Christopher Green, a consulting analyst with International Crisis Group Shreyas Reddy, Lead Correspondent at NK News About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Toronto, University of Oklahoma, the Census Bureau, and the National Bureau of Economic Research at Stanford reveals a significant productivity pattern known as the J-curve in American manufacturing following AI adoption. The study indicates that companies often experience short-term productivity losses before realizing long-term gains. Initial use of industrial AI leads to increased work-in-progress inventory and investment in robotics, alongside labor reductions and declines in profitability, particularly affecting older businesses. However, those that adopt growth-oriented strategies can mitigate these initial losses and benefit from stronger growth over time.The podcast also discusses the disconnect between public perception and expert opinion regarding AI capabilities. A panel from the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence found that a majority of researchers believe public understanding does not align with the reality of AI research, which is hindering progress. Many experts argue that simply scaling up current AI approaches will not lead to achieving human-like intelligence, advocating instead for a cautious and collaborative approach to AI development that emphasizes safety and ethical governance.In addition to AI discussions, the episode highlights the concerning expansion of North Korean IT scams into Europe, targeting high-value sectors such as defense and government. These operatives are using fabricated identities to secure lucrative positions, with the potential to generate billions annually. The FBI has confirmed this shift in tactics, indicating a growing trend of extortion attempts by North Korean operatives. The episode also covers Microsoft's new email security measures aimed at high-volume senders to combat phishing and spoofing attacks, emphasizing the importance of compliance with stricter email authentication standards.Finally, the podcast touches on broader themes of technological advancement and innovation, particularly in the context of competition between the U.S. and China. Notable opinion pieces highlight the rapid technological growth in China, raising concerns about the U.S.'s ability to maintain its innovative edge. The discussion emphasizes the need for businesses to prepare for a fragmented global tech landscape, encouraging investment in automation and AI as part of a resilience strategy. The episode concludes with a reminder of the importance of practical applications of technology, rather than succumbing to the hype surrounding AI. Four things to know today 00:00 AI Adoption: Why the Road to Innovation Is Bumpy but Worth It—According to Experts05:36 North Korean IT Scams Go Global While Microsoft Gets Tough on Spam—Plus DoD's Signal Investigation 08:41 N-able Integrates, TD SYNNEX Finances, and Microsoft Bets on Cloud PCs—What MSPs Need to Know10:46 AI Hype vs. Reality: Are Incremental Gains Enough to Compete Globally?  Supported by:  https://www.huntress.com/mspradio/https://cometbackup.com/?utm_source=mspradio&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=sponsorship  Join Dave April 22nd to learn about Marketing in the AI Era.  Signup here:  https://hubs.la/Q03dwWqg0 All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.tech

North Korean defectors face a huge information gap upon arrival in South Korea and in this week's episode we're joined by Dae-hyeon Park, the founder and CEO of Woorion, an NGO that supports North Korean defectors in their resettlement and integration into South Korean society. He discusses the events and personal motivations that led him to establish Woorion, the various services the organization provides, including financial assistance, educational programs and mentorship and some of the success stories from Woorion's programs that showcase the resilience and achievements of North Korean defectors as they adapt to their new lives in the South.  Dae-hyeon Park is the founder and CEO of Woorion, an NGO dedicated to supporting North Korean defectors in their resettlement and integration into South Korean society. Established in 2015, Woorion offers a comprehensive online platform providing essential services to bridge the information gap and empower defectors towards self-reliance. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists. NK News subscribers can listen to this and other exclusive episodes from their preferred podcast player by accessing the private podcast feed. For more detailed instructions, please see the step-by-step guide at nknews.org/private-feed.

North Korean IT worker army expands operations in Europe Stripe API skimming campaign unveils new techniques for theft Verizon call filter API flaw exposed customers' incoming call history Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Qualys "Overwhelmed by noise in your cybersecurity processes? Cut through the clutter with Qualys Enterprise TruRisk Management. Quantify your cyber risk in clear financial terms and focus on what matters most. Actionable insights help you prioritize critical threats, streamline remediation, and accelerate risk reduction— while effectively communicating impact to stakeholders. Empower your cybersecurity strategy with tools that drive faster, smarter, and more efficient risk management. Your secure future starts today with Qualys Enterprise TruRisk Management. Visit qualys.com/etm for more information."  

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In this week's episode, Lead Correspondent Shreyas Reddy discusses an NK News investigation that revealed a minor Russian construction company with links to a notorious Chechen strongman is behind a $100 million vehicle bridge designed to link Russia's Far East with North Korea. He also covers South Korea's acting president's call for heightened military readiness against North Korean nuclear and missile “provocations” as well as what's to come in the week ahead.  About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

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Darknet Markets, North Korean hackers, scams and ransomware.  We cover it all in part 2 of our exclusive Crypto Crime Report edition of Public Key. In this episode, Eitan Danon (Content Marketing Manager, Chainalysis) speaks with Eric Jardine (Cybercrimes Research Lead, Chainalysis), who helps us unpack what is new, the same and what surprised him in this year's report.  Eric provides a nuanced analysis of illicit activities involving cryptocurrency and how they have shifted over the past year and explains the increased diversification and professionalization in the crypto crime space, painting a comprehensive picture of the challenges facing law enforcement and the compliance sector.  They both describe the shift in cryptocurrency usage from Bitcoin to stablecoins and altcoins and the impact of real-world events correlated with on-chain behavior and how these crypto crimes are mirroring geopolitical tensions.  Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Crypto crime diversification and illicit activity trends 4 | What cryptocurrencies are illicit actors using most? 9 | Surprising illicit activity that has emerged in crypto and digital assets 13 |Unexpected trends in stolen funds and ransomware activity 21 | Enhancing crime detection with signals and evidentiary data 26 | Predicting darknet market trends amidst crypto crime dynamics 30 | How Tornado Cash being delisted and Garantex being shutdown will impact 2025 stats 33 | Favorite sections of Crypto Crime Reports - Past and Present  Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Report: The Chainalysis 2025 Crypto Crime Report (Download Your Copy Today) Conference: Chainalysis Links NYC (April 1 & 2, 2025) * Get Tickets Now! Blog: International Action Dismantles Notorious Russian Crypto Exchange Garantex Blog: Cryptocurrency's Role in the Global Fentanyl Trade Offers Opportunities for Disruption News: Chainalysis Integrates With Ink YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page  Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Telegram: Chainalysis on Telegram Speakers on today's episode Eitan Danon *Host*  (Content Marketing Manager, Chainalysis) Eric Jardine (Cybercrimes Research Lead, Chainalysis) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material.  Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. 

In the chaos of Kuala Lumpur's bustling airport, a man clutching his face collapsed into whispers and mystery. These were North Korean's Kim Jong-nam's final moments (Kim Jon-un's half brother). Two women, gloved and unwitting, vanished into the crowd, their poison leaving a trail of unanswered questions across borders. Behind closed doors, a regime's secrets simmered, but the truth, like the assailants, dissolved into the fog of espionage and denial. Click here for more information Don't have 5 hours spare to get your weekly true crime fix? This is the perfect pod to get true crime in your veins without taking up ten years of your life. Join hosts Ben, Liam & Belle as they recount some of the wildest crime stories from history. Listen Live on the Nova Player App Follow us on Instagram - TikTok - FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     First, one of the top three U.S. leaders of the violent Salvadoran MS-13 gang has been arrested in a major immigration operation in Virginia. The news comes as the Trump administration orders the Pentagon to train their spy satellites on the U.S.-Mexico border to help crack down on cartel operations. Later in the show, new reports are emerging regarding the recent slaughter of members of the Alawite community in Syria, as the country grapples with the worst sectarian violence since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Plus, North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un is back to stirring the pot on the Korean peninsula, recently overseeing the testing of newly developed AI-powered suicide drones. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky raises eyebrows with a shocking prediction, claiming Vladimir Putin's health is ailing and the Russian strongman will soon die. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.     YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[EP 25-128] The Deep State's Imaginary Witch Hunts—and the Very Real Spies They Expose Scott Adams quipped on X: "Maybe Trump could create a Department of Imaginary Concerns to handle Democrat complaints. The new department would have imaginary policies to solve the imaginary worries." Truer words have never been tweeted.The Left specializes in manufacturing crises and witch hunts, like Russian collusion. Holy Mother of Chelsea, we certainly found the real witch when we got to the bottom of that story. And what of the Ukraine call "scandal", where Vindman lied about what he heard on that classified call? Today, we have Signal-Gate, the latest farce where an Atlantic reporter, Jeffrey Goldberg was mysteriously added to a Signal chat involving Trump administration officials supposedly discussing military plans.In this cruel joke Democrats played on themselves, here's the punchline: the only real crime was the infiltration itself. From "Top Secret" to "Sensitive"—The Narrative Collapse First, the media shrieked about "top-secret war plans." Then it was "classified." Now? "Sensitive." The goalposts keep moving because the story was always a North Korean scud missile. A dud.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Russian security chief Sergei Shoigu made a surprise visit to Pyongyang on Friday to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, a trip that came as DPRK troops fight against Ukraine and the U.S. pushes peace talks to end the war. This week, NK News Data Correspondent Anton Sokolin joins the podcast to discuss what we know about Shoigu's brief visit and whether Kim Jong Un will attend a large-scale military parade in Moscow in May. He also talks about North Korea's recent test of an upgraded missile defense system and Ukraine's claim that it destroyed three DPRK self-propelled guns in Russia's Kursk region. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

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Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 2 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring IU (Lee Ji-eun) as Ae Sun and Park Bo-gum as Gwan-sik. We discuss:The song featured during the recap: Ode to the Green Spring by Chu Da Hye, a hauntingly beautiful piece that blends traditional Korean folk styles with modern sensibility.The background of Chu Da Hye and her mastery of Seodo Sori, a North Korean regional singing style known for its mournful and emotive qualities.The incredibly moving moment when Gwan-sik silently puts Ae Sun's shoes on her feet, a gesture of deep love, reminiscent of Cinderella and symbolic devotion.Ae Sun's bravado and vulnerability during their walk through Jeju, leading to their emotional first kiss amidst the canola fields.Gwan-sik's poetic confession and Ae Sun's long-awaited admission that she's been ready for love since she was 14.The complex family dynamics that drive Ae Sun to run away: her stepfather's betrayal, her uncle's cold dismissal, and Gwan-sik's grandmother's harsh judgment.Ae Sun's strength in rejecting the guilt trip from her uncle, refusing to work in a factory or support a family that never cared for her.The historical context of 1968 South Korea, including the May 16 coup and the Blue House Raid involving North Korean commando Kim Shin-jo.The suspenseful scene on the boat to Busan when Ae Sun bluffs her way past a suspicious captain, boldly claiming she and Gwan-sik are married.Their failed attempt to pawn stolen jewelry and the significance of the gold frog as a family heirloom and symbol of wealth.The betrayal by the innkeepers who drug and rob them, leaving them penniless and desperate.Ae Sun and Gwan-sik's decision to sneak back into the inn and recover their belongings, only for their plan to go awry when Ae Sun insists on retrieving her precious flower hairpin.The thrilling ending: Ae Sun is tackled, Gwan-sik prepares a flying kick, and the episode ends on a cliffhanger.A flash forward to 1993 hints at Ae Sun's future as a mother, but the father's identity is deliberately obscured—leaving us wondering if it's Gwan-sik.The fantastic cinematography, especially the wide shots in the canola fields and the immersive market scene.Insights into the mystery of the writer Lim Sang-choon and a deep dive into the many women behind K Drama screenwriting.ReferencesSsing Ssing's Tiny Desk Concert on NPRJindo Arirang[Daily JOKOer] We Can Speak Korean with Just Numbers? Simple Korean Beeper Codes Top 5┃언어문화NGO 조인어스코리아Korean drama - WikipediaHong sisters - WikipediaKim Eun-sook - WikipediaPark Ji-eun - WikipediaKim Soon-ok (screenwriter) - WikipediaHwang Dong-hyuk - WikipediaHow to Tell if a Korean Name is Male or Female | TOPIK GUIDEWhat makes a Korean name masculine or feminine?When Life Gives You Tangerines Offer Comfort To Those Who Need ItNostalgia by Jung Ji YongDol hareubang - Wikipedia

A White House order suspending funding for U.S. foreign assistance programs has precipitated an existential crisis for North Korean human rights organizations, likely forcing some to shutter entirely and raising concerns about other DPRK-related initiatives that rely on U.S. government support. This week, three women working in the field — Yoonhee Kim, Joanna Hosaniak and Hanna Song — join the podcast to delve into the impact of these funding cuts on NGOs, their operations and the future of human rights advocacy on North Korea. This episode features: Yoonhee Kim, program director at the National Democratic Institute  Joanna Hosaniak, deputy director general of the Citizens' Alliance for North Korean Human Rights  Hanna Song, executive director of the Database Center for North Korean Human Rights About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists. NK News subscribers can listen to this and other exclusive episodes from their preferred podcast player by accessing the private podcast feed. For more detailed instructions, please see the step-by-step guide at nknews.org/private-feed.

#NORTH KOREA PROSPERING. Bruce Bechtol, author of North Korean Military Proliferation in the Middle East and Africa and professor at Angelo State University, @GORDONGCHANG, GATESTONE, NEWSWEEK, THE HILL https://www.19fortyfive.com/2025/03/north-korea-a-game-changer-in-russias-invasion-of-ukraine/ https://www.foxnews.com/world/north-korea-fires-missiles-us-south-korea-begin-first-joint-military-exercise-trumps-second-term 1951

On this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's cybersecurity news: Github Actions supply chain attack loots keys and secrets from 23k projects Why a VC fund now owns a minority stake in Risky Business Media (!?!?) China doxes Taiwanese military hackers Microsoft thinks .lnk file whitespace trick isn't worth patching but APTs sure love it CISA delivers government efficiency by re-hiring fired staff… to put them on paid leave …and Google acquires Wiz for $32bn This week's show is sponsored by Zero Networks, and they have sent along a happy customer to talk about their experience. Aaron Steinke is Head of Infrastructure at La Trobe Financial, an asset management firm in Australia. Aaron talks through bringing modern zero-trust goodness to the reality of a technology environment that's been around 40 years. This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes Risky Bulletin: GitHub supply chain attack prints everyone's secrets in build logs - Risky Business Media China says Taiwan's military is behind PoisonIvy APT China identifies Taiwanese hackers allegedly behind cyberattacks and espionage | The Record from Recorded Future News Crypto exchange OKX shuts down tool used by North Korean hackers to launder stolen funds | The Record from Recorded Future News Lazarus Group deceives developers with 6 new malicious npm packages | CyberScoop Poisoned Windows shortcuts found to be a favorite of Chinese, Russian, N. Korean state hackers | The Record from Recorded Future News 'Mora_001' ransomware gang exploiting Fortinet bug spotlighted by CISA in January | The Record from Recorded Future News Black Basta uses brute-forcing tool to attack edge devices | Cybersecurity Dive Alleged Russian LockBit developer extradited from Israel, appears in New Jersey court | The Record from Recorded Future News CISA works to contact probationary employees for reinstatement after court order - Nextgov/FCW ‘People Are Scared': Inside CISA as It Reels From Trump's Purge | WIRED The Wiretap: CISA Staff Are Cautiously Optimistic About Trump's Pick For Director White House instructs agencies to avoid firing cybersecurity staff, email says | Reuters Signal no longer cooperating with Ukraine on Russian cyberthreats, official says | The Record from Recorded Future News Telegram CEO Pavel Durov allowed to leave France amid investigation Appellate court upholds sentence for former Uber cyber executive Joe Sullivan | The Record from Recorded Future News Google buys cloud security provider Wiz for $32 billion | The Record from Recorded Future News Pat Gray, Founder of Risky Business, Joins Decibel as Founder Advisor - Decibel

North Korean troops have played a pivotal role in Russia's successful counteroffensive in Kursk, shaping the lay of the land for peace negotiations and setting up a potential expansion of the DPRK's role. NK News Managing Editor Bryan Betts joins the podcast to discuss the latest developments from the war in Ukraine and how North Korea's participation could factor into talks. He also explores the potential impact of Trump's move to dismantle Voice of America and Radio Free Asia on efforts to spread information to North Koreans, and the curious case of a U.S. fitness-tracking app that banned users who traveled to the DPRK. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

A nightclub in North Macedonia caught fire over the weekend, killing 59 people and injuring more than 150 more. Authorities have arrested suspects implicated in the deadly blaze. A look at how that fire started, and the ripple effects across the country. Also, how the war in Ukraine has had an impact on Jewish life in the country. And, we meet a man entertaining North Koreans with magic tricks.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Historian Hampton Sides describes one of the most brutal ground battles ever fought – the 17-day Battle of Chosin Reservoir, which began on the 27th of November 1950. The conditions were relentlessly difficult – frigid temperatures, frozen, rocky ground, and an enemy that kept coming in waves. And they weren't the North Koreans who General MacArthur had expected. No this was Mao's Red Army.  More than 120,000 Chinese soldiers surrounded 30,000 US Marines and UN troops. What was a desperate situation could have been much worse, save for the incredible bravery of the Marines and the sage leadership of U.S. Marine battalion General Oliver Prince.Hampton Sides, in his excellent book On Desperate Ground, explains how General Smith's strategic thinking preserved the lives of many of his men, helping them receive supplies during the battle and eventually break through enemy lines to find a path to safety. It's a rosing tribute to the “Chosin Few!"Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.com

As the U.S. gears up to launch a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR), spurred by President Trump's Executive Order, North Korea has slyly vaulted into the top three global holders of bitcoin. This shift comes amid suspicions that a hacking syndicate - suspected to be orchestrated by the North Korean government - has been funneling illicit gains into BTC, turning digital heists into a shadowy national savings account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Davis returns to the show to give an update on the war in Ukraine. He and Scott discuss the ongoing talks, the consequences of Ukraine's incursion into the Kursk region of Russia, the presence of North Korean troops, the actual Russian objectives on the battlefield and more.  Discussed on the show: Watch Daniel Davis' Show on YouTube Daniel Davis did multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan during his time in the army. He is a Senior Fellow at Defense Priorities and is the author of the reports “Dereliction of Duty II: Senior Military Leaders' Loss of Integrity Wounds Afghan War Effort” and “Go Big or Go Deep: An Analysis of Strategy Options on Afghanistan.” Find him on Twitter @DanielLDavis1and subscribe to his YouTube Channel. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods' Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott. Get Scott's interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack. Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sean and James discuss the 1959 film Pork Chop Hill, which stars Gregory Peck, Woody Strode, Rip Torn, George Peppard, and many other future stars of the big and small screens. Based upon the 1956 book by U.S. military historian Brigadier General S. L. A. Marshall, Pork Chop Hill depicts the fierce First Battle of Pork Chop Hill between the U.S. Army's 7th Infantry Division and Chinese and North Korean forces in April 1953.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

266-year-old Guinness just hit all-time-high sales… because of one viral drink-tivity.A secret North Korean hacker team just stole $1.5B of crypto… it's the biggest heist of all time.Hollywood is pivoting to serve red meat TV to red states… we call it “RonSwonsification.”Plus, a big thing you can do for this show (and it just takes 5 seconds)…Follow the showTurn on auto-downloadsHOW TO TURN ON AUTO DOWNLOADS:Apple Podcasts: Go to our show page → Tap Follow (top right) → Tap the down arrow → Select Auto-DownloadSpotify: Go to our show page → Tap the gear icon → Click Auto-DownloadAmazon Music: Follow & enable auto-downloads$DEO $BTC $WBDWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Costco's Kirkland

Preview: Colleague David Maxwell reports what is known of the North Korean combatants in the Kursk salient battles. More 1900 KOREA

Utah passes age verification requirement for app stores. The inside story on fake North Korean employees. Is that a Texas accent? An update on the ongoing Bybit cryptoheist saga. The industry may be making some changes in the wake of the Bybit attack. Apple pushes back legally against the UK's secret order. Did someone crack Passkeys? The UK launches a legal salvo at an innocent security researcher. The old data breach we witnessed that just keeps on giving. A bit more Bybit postmortem forensic news. A lesson to learn from a clever and effective ransomware attack. And what about that Bluetooth Backdoor discovery everyone is talking about? Show Notes - https://www.grc.com/sn/SN-1016-Notes.pdf Hosts: Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to Security Now at https://twit.tv/shows/security-now. You can submit a question to Security Now at the GRC Feedback Page. For 16kbps versions, transcripts, and notes (including fixes), visit Steve's site: grc.com, also the home of the best disk maintenance and recovery utility ever written Spinrite 6. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/securitynow uscloud.com joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT zscaler.com/security canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT

PREVIEW: Colleague John Hardie of FDD reports that North Korean combat troops are in action again in the Kursk salient against the beleaguered Ukrainian deployment that may be risking encirclement. More later. 1925 KURSK

In February, hackers stole almost $1.5bn from the crypto trading platform, Bybit. Intelligence agencies blame Lazarus, an elite hacking group linked to North Korea. As the US announces a strategic crypto reserve, are we more vulnerable to cyber threats than ever before?

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     We'll kick things off with a major update on the Trump administration's trade war, as the president pauses tariffs on a host of goods from Mexico and Canada for a period of one month, praising Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's cooperation with the U.S. on the southern border. Later in the show, EU leaders gathered for emergency talks in Brussel on Thursday in the hopes of drastically boosting defense spending following President Trump's reversal of U.S. policies on Ukraine. Plus, at least 15 people were injured in South Korea on Thursday after their military accidentally dropped eight bombs on a civilian area during a joint training exercise near the North Korean border. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, anti-Israel protests took a darkly radical turn this week at Columbia University, as an antisemitic mob calling for “Death to America” hung an effigy of a school administrator and handed out flyers authored by the “Hamas Media Office” glorifying the barbaric 7 October attacks. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.     YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices