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Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast
Blue News and Great Diving with Rep. Huffman & Tiani Dun

Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 28:10


Our latest episode of Rising Tide the Ocean Podcast ranges from Palau in the central Pacific to Washington D.C. After a short Blue News update with Congressman Jared Huffman in his DC office we go to the shark enhanced – not infested - waters of Palau where Blue Frontier's David Helvarg interviews Tiani Dun an underwater photographer who also organizes dive charters, part of the multi-billion-dollar global scuba diving industry. Co-Owner of Dive and More, a company that focuses its dive trips around underwater photography and more recently, marine conservation, Tiani's also a marine biologist, surfer and drone pilot from Byron Bay Australia. So, lots to cover this episode from political resistance to Trump administration attacks on our public seas to diving with big critters in one of the world's last best coral reef habitats and Marine Protected Areas. So, let's dive in! ** Links & Resources ** Tiani Dun: https://www.tianidun.com/ Shiver: https://www.tianidun.com/shop/p/harvest-moon-cup-5fc72-ww9xn Eagle Ray: https://www.tianidun.com/shop/p/earth-sky-planter-4awkk-lm479-pwat8-n5rrk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tianioceani/ Dive and Moore: https://www.diveandmore.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dive_and_more/ James Cook University (JCU): https://www.jcu.edu.au/ Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority: https://www2.gbrmpa.gov.au/ Magnetic Island, Australia: https://www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/destinations/magnetic-island/ Palau's Marine Protected Areas: https://marine-conservation.org/blue-sparks/projects/palau-nms Manta Trust: https://www.mantatrust.org/ Shark Trust: https://www.sharktrust.org/ Blue Frontier: bluefront.org Building the solution-based citizen movement needed to protect our ocean, coasts and communities, both human and wild. Blue Frontier on Substack: https://davidhelvarg.substack.com/ Inland Ocean Coalition: inlandoceancoalition.org Building land-to-sea stewardship - the inland voice for ocean protection Fluid Studios: fluidstudios.org Thinking radically different about the collective good, our planet, & the future.

Travel Stories with Moush
Haitham Mattar, CEO, IHG Hotels & Resorts

Travel Stories with Moush

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 30:51


Welcome to Season 4 of Travel Stories with Moush everyone!  In this inspiring episode, we're joined by travel visionary Haitham Mattar - a pioneer in tourism leadership and the CEO of IHG Hotels (Middle East, Africa and West Asia). From shaping Ras Al Khaimah into an adventure hub to transforming Saudi Arabia's tourism story, Haitham shares powerful insights, incredible travel stories, and a peek into his new book "Pots, Pans, and Five-Year Plans."Destination Highlights:Saudi Arabia, Red Sea Cruise Experience – Haitham joined the first-ever cruise ship to sail in the Red Sea post-pandemic. He visited untouched islands like Sindalah, witnessed crystal-clear waters and vibrant corals and cruised past the Wadi ad-Disah, believed to be where Moses split the sea.           He also believes that Saudi Arabia is a tourism powerhouse in the making.AlUla, Saudi Arabia - A “living museum” with tombs carved into mountains, echoing the Nabataean civilization. According to Haitham, it's a stargazing paradise and one of the most peaceful, spiritual places on earth.Petra, Jordan – A must-visit destination.Lebanon –  He celebrates the ancient city of Byblos, which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and loves the buzz of Beirut, with its diversity, gastronomy and the unique way expats adopt Lebanese culture. The rich history, stunning Mediterranean coastline and enduring charm of Lebanese villages is what makes the country even more special.Oman – An underrated gem according to Haitham. He believes that Oman has major untapped potential in sustainable and adventure tourism.Island of Palau – A sustainability model and a standout example of tourist accountability and community-first tourism.Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman - A hidden gem offering tranquility, indulgent spa experiences, and adrenaline sports like paragliding.         https://www.sixsenses.com/en/hotels-resorts/middle-east-africa/oman/zighy-bay/Agra, India – Haitham is deeply moved by the Taj Mahal and the profound story of love behind it. He also highlights the Agra Fort as an underrated gem, rich in Mughal architecture and history.Six Senses Barawara, Rajasthan, India – A place where he would like to keep going back to and one that holds a very special place in his heart.                                                                                                                                                                                                                             https://www.sixsenses.com/en/hotels-resorts/asia-the-pacific/india/fort-barwara/Connect with Haitham at:haitham.mattar@ihg.comThank you everyone for tuning in today. I hope our conversations have fueled your wanderlust and inspired you to explore the world in new and exciting ways. Please don't forget to hit that subscribe button on your favorite podcasting channel to keep up with our latest episodes. I would love to know what you think…what kind of travel stories and guests you would like me to cover. So, please do leave a comment, a rating or a review. Do follow me on Instagram and find out who's joining me next week. I'm at @moushtravels. You can also find all the episodes and destinations mentioned by all the guests on my website www.moushtravels.com as well as on the episode show notes. Thanks for listening and until next time safe travels and keep adventuring.  "Want a spotlight on our show? Visit https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/moushtravels and align your brand with our audience."Connect with me on the following:Instagram @moushtravelsFacebook @travelstorieswithmoushLinkedIn @Moushumi BhuyanYou Tube @travelstorieswithmoush

Voces de Ferrol - RadioVoz
Milladoiro celebra 45 anos de música cun concerto moi especial no Teatro Jofre de Ferrol este sábado 17 de maio

Voces de Ferrol - RadioVoz

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 19:50


Este sábado 17 de maio, día das Letras Galegas, Milladoiro ofrecerá un concerto moi especial no Teatro Jofre de Ferrol. A actuación forma parte da xira de celebración dos seus 45 anos sobre os escenarios, que comezou o ano pasado cunha xira especial. As entradas xa están á venda en ataquilla.com, a partir de 14 euros máis gastos. O concerto conta coa colaboración do Concello de Ferrol e promete ser unha noite inesquecible para todos os amantes da música tradicional galega. Milladoiro, que debutou o 19 de maio de 1979 en A Coruña, segue na estrada, mantendo o seu posto como unha das bandas máis representativas da música celta e galega. Ao longo da súa traxectoria, a banda publicou máis de 24 discos, destacando “A Galicia de Maeloc” de 1980, no que definiron o seu estilo propio. Milladoiro recibiu numerosos premios, entre eles a Medalla de Ouro de Galicia (2012), a Medalla Castelao (2004) e o Goya á mellor banda sonora por “La Mitad del Cielo” en 1986. A banda actuou en escenarios de renome internacional como a Cathedral of St. John the Divine en Nova York, o Teatro Nacional Cervantes de Bos Aires ou o Teatro Gran Casino de Xenebra. Tamén visitou algúns dos escenarios máis importantes de Galicia, como o Palau de la Música Catalana de Barcelona e o Gran Teatro de Córdoba, entre moitos outros. Actualmente, Milladoiro segue a ser unha das bandas máis destacadas na música celta, e a súa formación actual está composta por Xosé V. Ferreirós, Nando Casal, Moncho García, Harry.c, Manú Conde e Manuel Riveiro. A banda tamén mantén vivo o legado dos seus fundadores e continúa colaborando con artistas internacionais. Como eles mesmos din: “Subir a un escenario é un acto que aposta pola longa vida dun tipo de música e, quizais, tamén dun tipo de vida; é a reafirmación e recoñecemento a unha herdanza que permaneceu fértil grazas a mans sen nome.”

Every Word
Palau: What a Place!

Every Word

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 1:00


That's always a little sobering…    “When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers, the moon and the stars, which You have ordained, what is man that You are mindful of him?”  - Psalm 8:3-4 (NKJV)

Lausanne Movement Podcast
Recovering the Heart of Evangelism: Des Henry on Proclamation, Discipleship, and the Spirit's Power in the Church

Lausanne Movement Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 43:24 Transcription Available


What if the Church's evangelistic crisis isn't about culture—but about conviction? And what if the way forward isn't more methods, but deeper surrender? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Desmond Henry, Lausanne catalyst for proclamation evangelism and International Director of the Global Network of Evangelists for Palau, joins us for a compelling conversation on why evangelism often feels sidelined in today's church—and why it must remain central to God's mission. He shares insights on the tensions, misunderstandings, and future of evangelism, and challenges ministry leaders to embrace a Spirit-empowered lifestyle of gospel witness. If this episode challenged and encouraged you, share it with someone who's passionate about mission and leadership. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and explore more resources at lausanne.org.  

Weltwach – Abenteuer. Reisen. Leben.
WW408: Vergessene Wracks und tickende Zeitbomben der Geschichte – mit Unterwasserarchäologe und Forschungstaucher Dr. Florian Huber in Palau & Ruanda

Weltwach – Abenteuer. Reisen. Leben.

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 65:02


Schiffswracks aus dem Zweiten Weltkrieg, die im türkisblauen Wasser wie tickende Zeitbomben lauern, eine Begegnung mit einem Krokodil in einem Gewässer mitten im Dschungel und auf der Suche nach einem kleinen deutschen Metallboot in einem See, der oft als einer der gefährlichsten der Welt bezeichnet wird – all das hat Dr. Florian Huber im vergangenen Jahr erlebt. Expeditionen wie diese führten den Forschungstaucher und Unterwasserarchäologen rund um den Globus, immer auf der Spur verborgener Geschichten und unerforschter Unterwasserwelten. Seit mehr als 25 Jahren ist Florian mit seinem Tauchequipment unterwegs und hat in über 100 Ländern verborgene “Schätze” und spannende Geheimnisse unter Wasser entdeckt und erforscht. Florian Huber ist zudem Autor zahlreicher Fachpublikationen und steht regelmäßig vor der Kamera für Dokumentationen wie „Terra X“. Über seine Arbeit als Forschungstaucher und Unterwasserarchäologe, seine Biografie, die Terra X-Dreharbeiten und spannende vergangene Expeditionen haben wir mit ihm bereits in den Folgen 359 und 370 gesprochen. In dieser Weltwach-Folge gibt Florian uns einen Rückblick auf seine Expeditionen des letzten Jahres. Er nimmt uns mit auf die Inselgruppe Palau und nach Ruanda und erzählt von den Spuren vergangener Kriege sowie faszinierenden Tierbegegnungen – sowohl unter Wasser als auch an Land. Viel Spaß beim Zuhören!Website: https://florian-huber.infoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_floh/?hl=deRedaktion & Postproduktion: Miriam MenzDieser Podcast wird auch durch unsere Hörerschaft ermöglicht. Wenn du gern zuhörst, kannst du dazu beitragen, dass unsere Show auch weiterhin besteht und regelmäßig erscheint. Zum Dank erhältst du Zugriff auf unseren werbefreien Feed und auf unsere Bonusfolgen. Diese Möglichkeiten zur Unterstützung bestehen:Weltwach Supporters Club bei Steady. Du kannst ihn auch direkt über Spotify ansteuern. Alternativ kannst du bei Apple Podcasts UnterstützerIn werden.WERBEPARTNERhttps://linktr.ee/weltwachSTAY IN TOUCH:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weltwach/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/weltwach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Weltwach/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WELTWACHNewsletter: https://weltwach.de/newsletter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast
Audio Article: Trip Report 2025 April 1-7 with Palau Siren. Written by Xiangfei Kong

Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 8:57


Written by Xiangfei Kong. April 2025.Xiangfei Kong is a Technical and Full Cave Diver residing in Austin, Texas. He has trained with multiple agencies, including PADI, UTD, and GUE. In recent years, he has developed a passion for capturing images in the aquatic environment.Article:https://scubaboard.com/community/threads/2025-april-1-7-with-palau-siren.658182/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepoolisopen/https://www.instagram.com/feifei_capture/

Team Barça
El BARÇA cae con orgullo en CHAMPIONS: análisis completo | TBP 5x34

Team Barça

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 76:09


Aquí se habla del Barça incluso cuando duele. El Barça rozó la final de la Champions con los dedos, pero cayó con la cabeza alta en un partido épico en San Siro ante el Inter. En este episodio revivimos todo lo que dejó la eliminación, con tertulia extensa entre Juanma Romero, Andreu Rauet y Gus Pereira, los audios de los miembros del Team y comentarios de nuestros oyentes más fieles. Comentamos: ✅ La actuación heroica del Barça pese a la derrota (4-3). ✅ El partido monumental de Lamine Yamal y Eric García. ✅ La gestión emocional de Hansi Flick tras el mazazo. ✅ La Masía como pilar en el momento más exigente. ✅ El futuro ilusionante que deja este equipo. ✅ Un apunte final sobre el Barça de Basket y la Euroliga. Bloques del episodio: (0:00) Intro sonora especial (2:20) Análisis del Inter 4-3 Barça: orgullo en la eliminación, claves tácticas y errores fatales (22:29) Comentario de Gerard Faiges sobre la eliminación del Barça (37:46) Puntos TBP: elegimos a los mejores del partido en San Siro (52:20) Comentario de Raúl Martín (54:59) Comentario de Juan Carlos Blaugrana (1:0145) Repaso al Barça de Basket: fuera de la Euroliga tras perder ante Mónaco con David Fusté, de La Resistencia del Palau (1:06:56) El contestador del oyente (1:09:19) Cierre --- Contenido exclusivo y apoyo: •⁠ ⁠Hazte socio en Patreon: Accede a Club TBP con análisis profundos, directos y debates VIP teambarca.com/patreon. •⁠ ⁠Fan en iVoox: Disfruta del podcast sin publicidad por solo 1,49€/mes. •⁠ ⁠O invítanos un café en Ko-fi ☕️: ko-fi.com/teambarcapod. Participa con nosotros: •⁠ ⁠Kickbase Challenge: go.kickbase.com/teambarcaprod_podcast. •⁠ ⁠Fantasy Biwenger: bit.ly/LigaFantasyTBP. •⁠ ⁠Encuesta TBP: ¡Danos tu opinión! bit.ly/EncuestaTBP. Tienda oficial: Consigue tu merch favorito en teambarca.com/tienda. Conecta con la comunidad: Twitter: @TeamBarcaPod Twitch: teambarcapod Telegram: bit.ly/ChatTBP Discord: bit.ly/DiscordTBP Contacto: ¿Opiniones o preguntas? Escríbenos a oyentes@teambarca.com. Música: Cortesía de jamendo.com

Nova Ràdio Lloret
Elizabeth Keegan, convidada per la família reial anglesa al Palau de Buckingham

Nova Ràdio Lloret

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 1:46


Serà aquest dimecres a Londres, com una de les persones condecorades amb la Medalla de l'Imperi Britànic.

Pandemia Digital
Mazón sigue obstaculizando a la justicia y borrando pruebas

Pandemia Digital

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 15:28


El presidente de la Generalitat Valenciana, Carlos Mazón, sigue resistiéndose a entregar las imágenes de las cámaras de seguridad del Palau de la Generalitat, el registro de llamadas del día de la DANA, la información sobre su ubicación del día de la tragedia y los datos sobre la alerta. La jueza lo sigue invitando a declarar, pero él ha rechazado las ofertas de la magistrada. Mientras tanto Mazón es convenientemente enviado en una misión para negociar los aranceles a EEUU en medio de toda la presión judicial y política, cuando se realiza el Congreso del PP europeo en Valencia. Mas vídeos de Pandemia Digital: https://www.youtube.com/c/PandemiaDigital1 Si quieres comprar buen aceite de primera prensada, sin intermediarios y ayudar de esa forma a los agricultores con salarios justos tenemos un código de promoción para ti: https://12coop.com/cupon/pandemiadigital/ Este video puede contener temas sensibles, así como discursos de odi*, ac*so, o discr*minación. El objetivo de abordar estos temas es exclusivamente informativo y busca concienciar a la audiencia sobre estos acontecimientos, y denunciar y señalar el origen de los mismos para crear consciencia y evitar su propagación. Si consideras que el contenido puede afectarte, te recomendamos proceder con precaución o evitar su visualización. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Únete a nuestra comunidad de YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFOwGZY-NTnctghtlHkj8BA/join Se mecenas de Patreon https://www.patreon.com/PandemiaDigital ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Súmate a la comunidad en Twitch - En vivo de Lunes a Jueves: https://www.twitch.tv/pandemiadigital Sigue nuestro Canal de Telegram: https://t.me/PandemiaDigital Suscríbete en nuestra web: https://PandemiaDigital.net Sigue nuestras redes: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PandemiaDigitaI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PandemiaDigitalObservatorio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pandemia_digital_twitch TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pandemiadigital #PandemiaDigital

Jarvis Kingston
Episode 1324 - Jarvis Kingston For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because thou has rej

Jarvis Kingston

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 15:01


Radio Alicante
El Gabinete de Crisis de Juan Carlos I de Manuel: "¡Del desfile de candidatos en la Santa Faç, a la sede vacante en el Palau!"

Radio Alicante

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 4:34


Carlos Mazón, el Cristo de la Buena Muerte, sobrevive en la clandestinidad. Vale, el Papa maulet ha muerto, lo siento. Política a la vaticana, política a la valenciana. Vaticanistas contra Mazonistas. Mazón se pira a New York huyendo de la Santa Faç, abriendo así oficialmente la carrera por su propia sucesión. ¡Quinielas! Tot el País Valencià pendent de la Peregrina! Del desfile de candidatos a la sede vacante. Amén. ¿Que quien son los pretendientes? ¿Príncipes, mendigos? Bueno, a María José Catalá -que se le ha puesto voz de presidenta- le pilla fuera de tiesto la nostra coentor alacantoniana. Barcala no cuenta para nada. Munilla y su burrita, tampoco, juegan en otra división: azul Vox nivel Dios. Susana Camarero, la camarlenga y -mala- cara del régimen, acaba de comprarse el sector franquista aborigen de los Montesinos. Sonia Castedo, la mare de Déu del Gran Poder, guiará el frente popular católico al lado del pare Camps con su caña, con la mirada perdida en el Montgó, l'Albufera y el Peñagolosa. O sea: Diana Morant. Los cartagineses y fenicios, enemigos de Roma. Hermanos, ¡daos fraternalmente la paz! Tras la dana/mani del lunes, el president de la Generalitat Valenciana, misericordia mágica, en su burbuja a lo CECOPI, yogur caducado consumo preferente, Manzanares en la Maestranza-, Mazón aparecerá diluido como un piojoso inquiokupa apestoso y andrajoso y sin foto de familia en el cónclave del Partido Popular Europe. Santa Úrsula Maria Auxiliadora Galleta Socorrista, treu-nos del fang!  Von der Leyen…, empara'ns! Michelle Obama sigue entera. El Guapo me riñe con el rey Felipe. Leti, de mala leche, con el morro torcido y luto riguroso. Tranquilidad… ¡se le pasará! Arcaya ha vuelto como Raphael, con el chorro a tota virolla. El ciri es curt i la processó llarga; los pajaritos cantan, las nubes se levantan… Arcaya i el seu aspersor, ací em pica, ací em cou, ací et trenque el ou! Ai Mare!

La competència - Programa sencer
La Competència | Diada de Sant Jordi des del Palau Robert.

La competència - Programa sencer

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 53:25


La Competència | Diada de Sant Jordi des del Palau Robert.

TrodPod
TrodPod: Chile

TrodPod

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 26:44


Stretched like a rubber band along South America's western edge, Chile is nature showing off. From the world's driest desert in the north to the windswept fjords of Patagonia in the south, this is a country of extremes that somehow works. Cities pulse with energy beneath snow-capped Andes, while the Pacific crashes against one of the world's longest coastlines. Pack your stamina – Chile requires time and patience to truly appreciate its scale and scope.Love the pod? Get the guide! Out with each new podcast, we publish a guide to the country. Buy the TrodPod guide to Palau for just $3: https://www.patreon.com/TrodPod/shop/trodpod-41-guide-to-chile-1509962. Better yet, become a TrodPod member for just $5 a month and access TrodPod guides to every country in the world, released weekly with each new podcast episode! Sign up now: https://www.patreon.com/trodpod/membershipThanks for all your support!TrodPod is Murray Garrard and Elle Keymer. Sound editing by Leo Audio Productions. Design and marketing by GPS: Garrard Powell Solutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoy por Hoy
Hoy por hoy Noticias | Las llamadas, las cámaras, y todo que sabemos hasta ahora de la gestión el día de la DANA

Hoy por Hoy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 171:16


La investigación sobre lo que ocurrió el día de la DANA avanza por las llamadas que Mazón no contestó durante el apagón del CECOPI y por el borrado de las cámaras del Palau que hizo la Generalitat. Analizamos los últimos movimientos diplomáticos por los aranceles, y toda la crónica judicial de esta Semana Santa. 

Hoy en El Debate
Del currículum falso de Pilar Bernabé al rechazo a Morant: las dos caras de un PSOE valenciano que agoniza

Hoy en El Debate

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 12:49


La delegada del Gobierno en Valencia, Pilar Bernabé, se proclama como la nueva secretaria general del PSOE de Valencia. Bernabé considera que está en su «mejor momento» para ser alcaldesa de la ciudad y cuenta con el respaldo de Diana Morant, la secretaria general del PSPV-PSOE. Todo en mitad de los escándalos por el currículum falso de Bernabé en el que ponía que tenía dos carreras en Filosofía Hispánica y Comunicación Audiovisual en la Universitat de València. Pero, no solo eso sino que Bernabé también ha tenido que declarar ante la jueza de la dana sobre su actuación aquel 29 de octubre. A lo que hay que añadir las ansias de Morant por llegar a tener un despacho en el Palau, como ella misma ha afirmado quiere «ser presidenta de la Generalitat». Sin embargo, el perfil de la ministra de Ciencia y Universidades no termina de calar en Valencia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spagetti Lakóautó Podcast
#213 Mérleg, végrendelet és lapra szerelt páncéltörő

Spagetti Lakóautó Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 119:00


Horoszkóp sorozatunk elérkezett a mérleghez, és kiderült, hogy a méreckedés az egyik legalapvetőbb emberi szokás. Az ókori egyiptomiaknak holtukban mérték meg a szívét, rossz eredmény esetén egy kis koprofágiával kecsegtetve. Furcsa diéták űzői is mérlegelik magukat (inkább a Himaláján javasoljuk), de a világ első sperma futamán is lehet mérlegelésre számítani. Bibliaóránkon Ezékiel könyve került elő őrületes látomásokkal, míg Káposztalepke mesélt optomeristákról, IKEA-s hadianyag szállítmányról és Gobbi Hilda be nem tartott végrendeletéről.Következő adásban Sapgetti Gyóntatószék, addig még meg tudtok könnyebbülni egy vallomással.A zenét Palau és Palesztína szolgáltatta.

TrodPod
TrodPod: Palau

TrodPod

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 19:46


Scattered across the western Pacific like emeralds on blue silk, Palau is a nation of over 500 islands that punches well above its weight in the wonder stakes. While its total land mass could fit into London with room to spare, its marine territory is roughly the size of France. Here, in this water world, you'll find everything from stingless jellyfish to WWII wrecks, and some of the planet's most spectacular diving sites.Love the pod? Get the guide! Out with each new podcast, we publish a guide to the country. Buy the TrodPod guide to Palau for just $3: https://www.patreon.com/TrodPod/shop/trodpod-41-guide-to-palau-1473444. Better yet, become a TrodPod member for just $5 a month and access TrodPod guides to every country in the world, released weekly with each new podcast episode! Sign up now: https://www.patreon.com/trodpod/membershipThanks for all your support!TrodPod is Murray Garrard and Elle Keymer. Sound editing by Leo Audio Productions. Design and marketing by GPS: Garrard Powell Solutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald

Palau is a tiny Pacific nation located in one of the hottest geo-strategic areas on Earth. They are highly dependent on the US for finance and defence but subject to Chinese pressure to revoke their formal recognition of Taiwan. Despite these challenges, Palau's greatest concern is actually the threat of climate change making parts of their country uninhabitable.Guest: President of Palau Surangel Whipps Jr. Get in touch:We'd love to hear from you! Email us at global.roaming@abc.net.au

The John Batchelor Show
#OCEANIA: PELAU DEFENDS ITSELF FROM PRC BAD ACTING. CLEO PASKAL, FDD.

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 8:45


#OCEANIA: PELAU DEFENDS ITSELF FROM PRC BAD ACTING. CLEO PASKAL, FDD. 1930 PALAU

The John Batchelor Show
"Preview: Colleague Cleo Paskal of FDD outlines why the Central Pacific is vital to the defense of the US and allies right now. More later."

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 3:32


"Preview: Colleague Cleo Paskal of FDD outlines why the Central Pacific is vital to the defense of the US and allies right now. More later." 1900 PALAU

La Ventana
La Ventana de la Música | Santero y los Muchachos desde Villena

La Ventana

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 45:18


La banda valenciana Santero y los Muchachos lanza su primer disco en directo, grabado en el Palau de Les Arts, donde celebran su trayectoria, la hermandad musical y el poder transformador del escenario. 

Team Barça
El BARÇA arrasa al Dortmund: análisis, FLICK, LAMINE y BASKET | TBP 5x30

Team Barça

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 105:44


¡Que no pare la fiesta! Nuevo episodio de Team Barça Podcast (5x30) con una gran tertulia tras la exhibición del Barça ante el Borussia Dortmund (4-0) en la ida de cuartos de Champions. Repasamos las claves del partido, el momento del equipo de Flick, el futuro en Europa… y cerramos con mucho baloncesto. En este episodio: ✅ El análisis del Barça 4-0 Borussia Dortmund: otra noche mágica europea en Montjuïc, el dominio del Barça de Flick y las actuaciones estelares de Lamine, Lewandowski, Fermín o Koundé. ✅ Debate sobre el momento del equipo y las similitudes con el Barça de Guardiola o Luis Enrique. ✅ El análisis del baloncesto con Marc del Río y David Fusté: el liderato de la Euroliga, los nombres propios y las sensaciones de cara a lo que viene. Bloques del episodio: (0:00) Sintonía (1:26) Introducción (4:49) Tertulia sobre el Barça - Girona y el momento del equipo masculino con Juanma y Raúl (24:32) Incorporamos a la tertulia al Tribunero Dani Mateo (38:04) Los puntos del Club TBP: ¿Quiénes fueron los mejores en el Barça-BVB? (1:03:01) El Triple de Epi: repaso a la actualidad del Barça de basket con Marc del Río y David Fusté, de La Resistencia del Palau (1:42:10) Cierre --- Contenido exclusivo y apoyo: •⁠ ⁠Hazte socio en Patreon: Accede a Club TBP con análisis profundos, directos y debates VIP teambarca.com/patreon. •⁠ ⁠Fan en iVoox: Disfruta del podcast sin publicidad por solo 1,49€/mes. •⁠ ⁠O invítanos un café en Ko-fi ☕️: ko-fi.com/teambarcapod. Participa con nosotros: •⁠ ⁠Kickbase Challenge: go.kickbase.com/teambarcaprod_podcast. •⁠ ⁠Fantasy Biwenger: bit.ly/LigaFantasyTBP. •⁠ ⁠Encuesta TBP: ¡Danos tu opinión! bit.ly/EncuestaTBP. Tienda oficial: Consigue tu merch favorito en teambarca.com/tienda. Conecta con la comunidad: Twitter: @TeamBarcaPod Twitch: teambarcapod Telegram: bit.ly/ChatTBP Discord: bit.ly/DiscordTBP Contacto: ¿Opiniones o preguntas? Escríbenos a oyentes@teambarca.com. Música: Cortesía de jamendo.com

Family Talk on Oneplace.com
Luis Palau Tribute: A Biblical Look at the Family - I

Family Talk on Oneplace.com

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 25:55


How does a man of faith lead his family in today's culture? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a timeless conversation with the late evangelist Luis Palau about men stepping up as spiritual leaders. Palau's passionate call for fathers to pray with their families remains profoundly relevant. Don't miss this classic broadcast honoring Palau, a global ministry giant. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29

Invited Back with Sabeth Kapahu
I can't change what I don't accept.

Invited Back with Sabeth Kapahu

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 9:23


Invited Back exists to empower businesses, individuals, and teams through coaching and consulting that fosters resilience, self-awareness, and authentic connection. Through strategic guidance, leadership development, and culturally grounded media strategies, we create supportive spaces where leaders and creators can share their untold stories, build community, and thrive in their personal and professional journeys. We are dedicated to building bridges of healing and hope across the Pacific, especially between Hawaii, Japan, Palau, Alaska, and beyond.

Interviews by Brainard Carey

Violeta Maya (b. 1993, Madrid, Spain) lives and works in Madrid and received her BA from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in 2015. Recent solo exhibitions include Me atrevo a decir que esta pintura está viva, Nicelle Beauchene Gallery, New York (2025), Precisamente porque el rosa me incomoda, Alzueta Gallery, Barcelona, ES (2023), Todo en constante cambio y yo aquí observando, Nicelle Beauchene Gallery, New York (2023), ¿Verde Azulado o Azul Verdoso?, Alzueta Gallery, Palau de Casavells, Girona, ES (2022), and A mi nadie me preguntó si quería nacer, pero bueno, aquí estoy, Alzueta Gallery, Madrid, ES (2022). She was recently featured as part of the Olivia Foundation's Spotlight Series and has been included in group exhibitions at Jack Siebert Projects, Los Angeles (2025), Fernberger Gallery, Los Angeles (2024), Alzueta Gallery, Madrid, ES (2023); and GÄRNA Gallery, Madrid, ES (2022), among others. Violeta Maya, Me atrevería a decir que esta pintura está viva, 2024, Pigments and acrylic on canvas, 80 1/4h x 119 3/4w in. Violeta Maya, Miedo a lo desconocido, 2024, Wood, acrylic on silk, 81 1/4h x 20w x 4 3/4d in. Violeta Maya, Infinitas versiones de una misma I, 2024, Pigments and acrylic on canvas, 78 1/2h x 48 3/4w in.

El ojo crítico
El ojo crítico - Una distopía incómoda: lo nuevo de Belén Gopegui

El ojo crítico

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 54:49


Belén Gopegui regresa con Te siguen, una novela que despierta una inquietud difícil de ignorar. En un futuro donde el sistema otorga solo migajas de falsa libertad, sus protagonistas—espías y militantes—luchan en un entorno que pone a prueba su resistencia. ¿Qué significa realmente ser libre? ¿Cuánto margen de acción queda dentro de las reglas impuestas? A través de su escritura, Gopegui disecciona las estructuras de poder y nos hace cuestionarnos nuestra propia realidad.En el ámbito del cómic, Javi Alonso nos lleva a descubrir los fanzines de Carmen B. Mikelarena. Sus historias y estilos reflejan una mirada única dentro del panorama independiente, explorando narrativas que escapan de lo convencional.Por su parte, el artista Aitor Ortiz transforma los vestigios de la era industrial en arte. En el Museo Lázaro Galdiano de Madrid, sus piezas metálicas—planchas, engranajes, virutas—se insertan en el contexto del arte clásico, creando un diálogo entre pasado y presente. Esta exposición, que desafía la percepción de lo que consideramos arte, nos la cuenta Ángela Núñez.Para cerrar el programa, hablamos con Raquel García-Tomás, compositora y ganadora del premio El Ojo Crítico de música clásica en 2017. A pocos días de su estreno absoluto en el Palau de la Música de Barcelona como compositora residente, compartimos sus impresiones sobre este hito en su carrera y lo que significa para la escena musical contemporánea.Escuchar audio

Wieder was gelernt - Ein ntv-Podcast
Vorbild Südsee? So könnte sich Trump Grönland einverleiben

Wieder was gelernt - Ein ntv-Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 10:18


Das Interesse von Donald Trump an Grönland ist ungebrochen. Der US-Präsident will die riesige Eisinsel unbedingt unter seine Kontrolle bringen. Die Vorlage könnte Trump ausgerechnet in der Südsee finden.Gäste? Klaus-Peter Saalbach, Experte für Sicherheits- und Geopolitik von der Universität Osnabrück, und Michael Paul, Stiftung Wissenschaft und PolitikModeration? Kevin SchulteSie haben Fragen? Schreiben Sie eine E-Mail an podcasts@ntv.deSie möchten "Wieder was gelernt" unterstützen? Dann bewerten Sie den Podcast gerne bei Apple Podcasts oder Spotify.Alle Rabattcodes und Infos zu unseren Werbepartnern finden Sie hier: https://linktr.ee/wiederwasgelerntUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlWir verarbeiten im Zusammenhang mit dem Angebot unserer Podcasts Daten. Wenn Sie der automatischen Übermittlung der Daten widersprechen wollen, klicken Sie hier: https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

An Armao On The Brink
Chapter Forty-Eight - On the Brink: of Global Indifference

An Armao On The Brink

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 40:03


No pleasant introductions, or quaint toast at the end of this one folks. We may have moved past the brink, and into the abyss, but that's to discuss in later episodes....Today, three long-term USAID staffers  now retired and free to talk describe their anger over how  the foreign aid  program has been gutted and colleagues maligned, their fear about global suffering and losses that will result ,and their hope for a  come back  in the future.Francisco Bencosme was formerly the China Policy Lead for USAID, the principal advisor on issues relating to China and Taiwan. Prior to joining USAID, he was deputy to the Special Presidential Envoy for Compact of Free Association talks, helping conclude agreements with the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau in the Pacific Islands. He was at the same time senior advisor to the assistant secretary for East Asian and the Pacific Affairs.Before joining the Biden/Harris administration, he was a senior policy advisor at the Open Society Foundations covering Asia and Latin America. During his time at Amnesty International USA, Bencosme led the US human rights policy and advocacy program towards the Asia Pacific.  In 2018, he was named one of The Hill's Top Lobbyist for a campaign on Myanmar Rohingya issues. He also has served on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee staff.Ann Posner spent more than 32 years working in USAID missions in the Czech Republic, Russia, Albania, Bosnia and the West Bank-Gaza.  As a Foreign Service Executive Officer she led local administrative staffs and helped manage programs involving issues ranged from crop marketing in the Eastern Caribbean, anti-corruption and free election laws in Russia, and agricultural aid in Albania to investigation journalism and judicial reform in BosniaSusan Reichle is a retired Senior Foreign Service officer of USAID and former president and CEO of the International Youth Foundation — global non-profit working to equip and inspire young people everywhere to transform their lives. Before joining IYF, Susan spent 26 years in leadership positions at USAID missions overseas and in Washington, D.C. During her last three years at USAID, she served as the Counselor to the Agency, USAID's most Senior Foreign Service Officer, and advised the administrator and senior leadership on global development policies and management issues. She served in Haiti, Nicaragua, Russia, Colombia and her last assignment in USAID/Washington she led the Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance bureau.

En Cristo
Beato Fco. Palau, carmelita y fundador

En Cristo

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 8:48


Paradisers
Vender viajes por internet, con Miguel Palau de Viajes Carrefour

Paradisers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 44:02


Tú también has echado un vistazo a las ofertas de Carrefour Viajes, y lo sabes. Ya sea para organizar una escapada de fin de semana con amigos o para reservar el gran viaje de tus vacaciones en familia seguro que esta web no se te ha escapado. Pues hoy vas a poder conocer un poquito mejor a una de las personas implicadas en que esta marca sea mucho más que una agencia de viajes: Miguel Palau, responsable de Marketing Digital & Ecommerce en Viajes Carrefour. ¿Te quedas a escuchar?En este episodio te hablaremos de:Cómo es el equipo de marketing de Viajes Carrefour.¿Qué peculiaridades tiene marketear este tipo de producto?Ventajas y desventajas de ser Carrefour vs. especialista digital.¿Cómo convive la venta online con la offline?Por si te quedas con ganas de más: Síguenos en YouTube.Estudio Social Media en Grandes Marcas.Casos de éxito con clientes.Canal de Telegram Social Media Fans.Newsletter libre de humos.Academia de profesionales, no de profesores.

The 404 Media Podcast
The Tesla Protests Come for Cybertruck Owners

The 404 Media Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 43:01


This week we start with Jason's article on how a Facebook group for Cybertruck owners is completely overrun with people flipping them off. Then Joseph explains how U.S. crypto traders are buying IDs from the tropical nation of Palau to skirt the law. Then in the subscribers-only section (with a content warning), we talk about Jason's story on a big Instagram bug that pushed really horrible stuff into ordinary peoples' feeds. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/nhgK-e3AeR0 SXSW event information Facebook Cybertruck Owners Group Copes With Relentless Mockery Buying a $250 Residency Card From a Tropical Island Let Me Bypass U.S. Crypto Laws Instagram 'Error' Turned Reels Into Neverending Scroll of Murder, Gore, and Violence Subscribe at 404media.co for bonus content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The CyberWire
CISA keeps watch on Russia.

The CyberWire

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 35:36


CISA says it will continue monitoring Russian cyber threats. Broadcom patches zero-days that can lead to VM escape. Google patches 43 Bugs, including two sneaky zero-days. CISA flags vulnerabilities exploited in the wild. Palau's health ministry recovers from ransomware attack. Lost and found or lost and leaked? On this week's Threat Vector segment, David Moulton previews an episode with Hollie Hennessy on IoT cybersecurity risk mitigation and next week's special International Women's Day episode featuring trailblazing women from Palo Alto Networks sharing their cybersecurity journeys and leadership insights. And is that really you?  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. Threat Vector Segment On our Threat Vector Segment, host David Moulton shares previews of two upcoming episodes. On this Thursday's episode, he speaks with Hollie Hennessy, Principal Analyst for IoT Cybersecurity at Omdia, to discuss how attackers exploit vulnerabilities in connected environments and the best approaches for risk mitigation. The next week On Thursday, March 13th, David shares four conversations with some of the trailblazing women at Palo Alto Networks in honor of International Women's Day and Women's History Month. They share their journeys into cybersecurity, discuss the challenges they faced and offer insights on leadership, innovation, and mentorship. Be sure to tune in for some inspiring stories. Don't miss the full episodes every Threat Vector Thursday, subscribe now to stay ahead. If you're in Austin, Texas for SXSW and want to meet up, email David at threatvector@Paloaltonetworks.com.  Selected Reading DHS says CISA won't stop looking at Russian cyber threats (CyberScoop) Did Trump Admin Order U.S. Cyber Command and CISA to Stand Down on Russia? (Zero Day) Broadcom Patches 3 VMware Zero-Days Exploited in the Wild (SecurityWeek) Google fixes Android zero-day exploited by Serbian authorities (Bleeping Computer)  Several flaws added to CISA known exploited vulnerabilities catalog (SC Media)  Palau health ministry on the mend after Qilin ransomware attack (The Record) Lost luggage data leak exposes nearly a million records (Cybernews) Lee Enterprises ransomware attack halts freelance and contractor payments (TechCrunch) TikTok Blasts Australia for YouTube Carveout in Social Media Ban (Bloomberg) Deepfake cyberattacks proliferated in 2024, iProov claims (The Register)   Share your feedback. We want to ensure that you are getting the most out of the podcast. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey as we continually work to improve the show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Little More Courage
Lessons from One of the World's Biggest Evangelists - Andrew and Wendy Palau

A Little More Courage

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 34:20


In this incredible episode of Called for More, Jack and Riley Kehoe sit down with Andrew and Wendy Palau, leaders of one of the largest evangelical movements in the world. Andrew, the son of the late Luis Palau—who led over 10 million people to Jesus and served as Billy Graham's Spanish translator—shares his powerful testimony alongside Wendy as they open up about their faith, marriage, and calling. From the story of how they met to the seasons that tested their faith, they offer wisdom on sustaining connection in marriage, discovering purpose in your 20s, and living with bold courage. Packed with insight, encouragement, and practical advice, this episode will inspire you to walk confidently in your faith and calling. 

Cybercrime Magazine Podcast
Cybercrime Wire For Mar. 4, 2025. Palau Health Ministry Recovers From Cyberattack. WCYB Digital Radio.

Cybercrime Magazine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 1:14


The Cybercrime Wire, hosted by Scott Schober, provides boardroom and C-suite executives, CIOs, CSOs, CISOs, IT executives and cybersecurity professionals with a breaking news story we're following. If there's a cyberattack, hack, or data breach you should know about, then we're on it. Listen to the podcast daily and hear it every hour on WCYB. The Cybercrime Wire is brought to you Cybercrime Magazine, Page ONE for Cybersecurity at https://cybercrimemagazine.com. • For more breaking news, visit https://cybercrimewire.com

The John Batchelor Show
#PALAU: INAUGURATION CLEO PASKAL

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 5:07


#PALAU: INAUGURATION CLEO PASKAL 1900 PALAU

Risky Business News
Risky Bulletin: North Korean hackers steal $1.5 billion from Bybit

Risky Business News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 6:56


North Korean hackers steal one and a half billion dollars from Bybit, Apple disables iCloud backup encryption in the UK, stream-jacking hits the e-sports world and Palau faces its third ransomware attack in six years. Show notes

La competència - Programa sencer
La Competència | Donald Tremp.

La competència - Programa sencer

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 54:00


El Professor de Debò resol el misteri de la Loteria de Tremp. Truquem al Palau de l'Elisi i ens atenen Zoraida, Nelson i Manuel Valls. Marc Antoni Mateu presenta la seva nova pel·lícula “El patinet en flames”. Tinder va de baixada: sentim les opinions de dos experts: l'Angelines i en Jean Paul.

Travelicious Podcast
Najciekawsze kierunki podróży na 2025 rok – dokąd warto się wybrać i dlaczego?

Travelicious Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 25:18


W najnowszym odcinku podcastu opowiadam o najciekawszych kierunkach podróży na 2025 rok i dlaczego warto się tam wybrać. Będzie o bliskich i dalszych kierunkach, o tych dobrze znanych i tych, które można eksplorować po raz pierwszy. O Antarktydzie, Grendlandi, Melides, Florydzie. Tajlandii. Nikaragui, Boliwi, Mediolanie, Marsylii, Palau i wielu innych miejscach opowiadam w podcaście pełnym ciekawostek i inspiracji. 

Scuba Goat
Todd Thimios - Ultimate Dive Sites

Scuba Goat

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 85:44 Transcription Available


SummaryIn this conversation, Todd shares his journey as a dive instructor and underwater photographer, discussing his experiences in various diving locations worldwide, including the Galapagos and Thailand. He reflects on the changes in his life, including starting a family and writing a book about the best dive experiences globally. The discussion also touches on the beauty of cold-water diving and the thrill of encountering marine life, particularly Orcas. In this engaging conversation, Todd shares his extensive diving experiences across various global locations, highlighting each site's unique marine life and conditions. From the seasonal dynamics of herring in Norway to the vibrant underwater ecosystems of Tubbataha and the Coolidge wreck in Vanuatu, Todd provides insights into the best diving practices and the importance of conservation. He also discusses the allure of blackwater diving, the majestic manta rays of the Maldives, and the thrilling shark encounters in Fuvahmulah. The conversation culminates with Todd's reflections on his most memorable dive locations and the upcoming launch of his book, Ultimate Dive Sites. Todd's book is currently on sale at a 15% discount and can be purchased via this Amazon LinkDo you have feedback or an opinion to share with us? SMS us now. Nomadic Scuba - Your dive travel agencyPromoting liveaboards, Resorts, Group expeditions, Dive shops & hand-picked dive ambassadors.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showLove the show? Reviews help us grow and let us know you're listening - If you can spare two minutes, please leave a review here. Want to be a guest on the show? GREAT! - use this link, drop your details & let's get chatting. Dive Travel with Nomadic Scuba Everyone needs a solid travel buddy… Founded by Matt, Nomadic Scuba is an online booking agency for scuba divers. Chances are, Matt himself will sort out your trip - he's a bit of a planning geek (and loves it!). Check out Nomadic Scuba today and Breathe life into your adventure!ShoppingScuba GOAT Amazon Shop - Click here to viewAdvertisingInterested in advertising on the show? Sponsoring an episode or partnering with us? Get in touch today for more details on how we can work together.

La Sotana 2019-21
La Sotana 359 amb Laia Palau

La Sotana 2019-21

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 67:32


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Trip Tales
45. Spain - Mother-Daughter Adventure to Madrid, Seville & Barcelona with Delish Food, Rich Culture & Amazing Architecture

Trip Tales

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 85:48


Kelsey chats with Genni from @travelingfranklins on Instagram, the Traveling Franklins blog, and the popular Lazy Budget Travel Tips Facebook Group. Genni shares the story of how she treated her mom to an unforgettable retirement trip to Spain, using points and miles, in May 2024.They flew business class, and visited Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona. From the delicious food to Spain's rich culture and spectacular architecture, this trip was one for the books. Tune in to hear all about their adventures, Genni's tips for using points and miles to make travel more affordable, and why Spain is the perfect destination for a celebratory getaway.Mentioned in this episode:- Traveling Franklins blog post: How to Claim Back VAT Tax in Spain- Business Class on Iberia Airlines to Madrid- MADRID: Plaza de Espana, Prado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado), artist Francisco Goya, Puerta del Sol, shopping at Casa de Diego, Los Angeles restaurant, Hyatt Centric Madrid (Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid), Camper shoe store, San Gines chocolate and churros (Chocolateria San Gines), Valor Chocolate (Chocolateria Valor)- SEVILLE: Sevilla, Andalusia region, Petit Palace Puerta de Triana, Flamenco dancing, Teatro Flamenco Sevilla, Royal Alcazar Palace, Cathedral of Seville, Game of Thrones filming location, remains of Christopher Columbus, La Brunilda Tapas- BARCELONA: Hotel HCC Montblanc, Gothic Quarter, Caganer: The Pooper Store, Barceloneta Beach, Gaudi, Basilica de Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, Palau de la Musica Catalan, Ohla Barcelona restaurant, paellaSUPPORT: Buy me a coffee to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygravesFOLLOW: Kelsey on Instagram & TikTokSHOP: Kelsey's Travel Favorites from her Amazon storefront.SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: triptalespodcast@gmail.comPARTNER DISCOUNT CODESBling2o - 10% OFF Bling2o kids ski goggles with code: KELSEYSPANX.COM - Use code KGRAVESXSPANX for 15% OFF full-price items and FREE SHIPPING. My current fav travel outfit is the Air Essentials Jumpsuit. CHASE SAPPHIRE CREDIT CARD - My preferred points earning credit card and a great card for newbies entering the points & miles space to get started. Open a Chase Sapphire Preferred with my link and earn 60,000 BONUS POINTS.

The Pacific War - week by week
- 164 - Pacific War Podcast - Invasion of Luzon - January 7 - 14 , 1944

The Pacific War - week by week

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 46:02


Last time we spoke about the Aitape-Wewak Campaign. General Dunckel's task force successfully invaded Mindoro, establishing airfields to support operations on Luzon. With General Eichelberger's 8th Army and General Krueger's 6th Army poised to capture Lingayen Gulf, guerrilla forces on Luzon provided crucial intelligence. As plans for the Luzon invasion solidified, General Yamashita prepared defenses, predicting an assault between January 10 and 20. Despite dwindling resources, he aimed to delay the enemy's advance. Meanwhile, Allied forces readied for a swift amphibious attack to secure Manila and restore the Philippine government. In December, Australian forces established outposts at Yasile and Yambes, successfully repelling Japanese attacks. After fierce clashes, they advanced 40 miles along the coast. Meanwhile, the U.S. military bolstered defenses in Saipan and launched bombing raids on Japanese facilities, achieving mixed results. Despite heavy losses, they began to impact Japanese production capabilities. As the month ended, the Japanese launched a final assault on the Marianas, but the Allies continued their strategic advances, setting the stage for future operations. This episode is the Invasion of Luzon Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  We last left off with the plans for Operation Mike 1 being finished. General Swift's 1st Corps was ready to land on the eastern beaches of Lingayen Gulf, while General Griswold's 14th Corps prepared to go ashore on the western beaches. Additionally, successful diversionary operations had been conducted on Mindoro, and Admiral McCain's Task Force 38 executed several moderately successful strikes against Formosa and the Ryukyu Islands in early January. Meanwhile, the 14th Corps elements staging at New Britain completed loading on 10 December; those mounting at Bougainville finished two days later. On the 17th all groups of the III Amphibious Force rendezvoused at Huon Gulf, eastern New Guinea, to rehearse the Lingayen assault. General Griswold felt that the 37th Division's rehearsal was satisfactory but had much fault to find with the 40th Division, remarking upon a "general failure to observe the spirit of the rehearsal." As a result, further training was conducted at Manus Island in the Admiralties, where the convoy reassembled on 22 December. On December 27, Admiral Wilkinson dispatched his LSTs and LSMs, followed by the remainder of Task Force 79 four days later. On the same day, Admiral Barbey's convoy, which included Major-General Leonard Wing's 43rd Division, loaded at Aitape before proceeding to Sansapor to load Major-General Edwin Patrick's 6th Division. Task Force 78 departed Sansapor on December 30, heading to a rendezvous point with other elements of Admiral Kinkaid's Luzon Attack Force. By January 4, all components of Task Force 77 had successfully gathered at Leyte Gulf, with MacArthur personally boarding the light cruiser Boise. Kinkaid's minesweepers, Admiral Oldendorf's Bombardment and Fire Support Group, and most of Admiral Durgin's escort carriers had already left the gulf on January 2 to conduct preliminary operations off Luzon. By January 6, the rest of the Luzon Attack Force began moving toward Lingayen Gulf, led by Admiral Berkey's light cruisers. As Mindoro-based aircraft significantly increased the intensity of their assaults during the last week of December—sinking seven transports and two escorts, and destroying over 140 aircraft. General Yamashita's tense and expectant forces were still racing against time to complete,their battle preparations when the first warnings came that the enemy was again on the move. At 1322 on 2 January, a naval lookout post on Surigao Strait reported that a long train of about 80 enemy ships, screened by destroyers, was moving through the strait into the Mindanao Sea. Other reports which followed immediately warned that large numbers of invasion craft were gathered in the Leyte, Palau and Marianas areas, and that enemy submarines had appeared in force off the west coast of Luzon. At first it was thought that the enemy convoy was merely a reinforcement and resupply group destined for Mindoro. On 3 January, however, developments began to point more conclusively toward a full-scale amphibious operation against Luzon. In the afternoon, just as the initially sighted enemy group passed into the Sulu Sea, a large enemy naval task force, including 12 escort carriers, four battleships and eight cruisers, was reported following in its wake through Surigao Strait. Another delayed report stated that an enemy transport convoy of 90 ships, under strong naval escort, had been spotted the previous day northwest of Palau, heading in the direction of Leyte Gulf. General Yamashita grew concerned that a large-scale amphibious operation against Luzon was imminent. Consequently, he decided to relocate his headquarters to Baguio. These concerns were validated in early January when Japanese lookouts spotted Kinkaid's warships and transports approaching the island. In response, General Tominaga ordered aggressive kamikaze attacks on the Allied vessels, with a major assault on January 4 causing severe damage to the escort carrier Ommaney Bay, which ultimately had to be scuttled. The following day, Japanese attacks persisted, damaging two escort carriers, two cruisers, and three destroyers, among other ships. In retaliation, Durgin's carrier aircraft launched strikes on Manila Bay, successfully sinking the destroyer Momi and damaging the Hinoki. On January 6, McCain's carriers joined the effort, with American pilots tasked with targeting air facilities at Manila and Clark Field. Despite adverse weather conditions limiting the effectiveness of the strike, they succeeded in sinking one transport and six oilers, as well as destroying 32 Japanese aircraft. Meanwhile, as Oldendorf's warships commenced their bombardment and minesweeping operations, kamikaze attacks continued. The destroyer minesweeper USS Long (DD-209/DMS-12) missed the attack on Pearl Harbor by about two days, but then immediately started anti-submarine patrols and escort missions. Its long trajectory in the Pacific War saw it make escort runs to Midway, Palmyra and Canton; participate in the invasions of Amchitka, Attu and Kiska in Alaskan waters; escort reinforcements to Roi and Namur in the Marshalls; participate in the invasions of the Admiralties, Hollandia, Saipan and Palau; and be one of the first vessels to enter into Leyte Gulf back in October. During the invasion of Lingayen Gulf, Long began mine sweeps on January 6, evading and firing upon Japanese aircraft as she carried out her intricate mission. Shortly after noon, beginning her second run, Long spotted two Zeros heading for her. Long went to 25 knots and opened fire, but a kamikaze crashed into her portside below the bridge about 1 foot above the waterline. With fires and explosions amidships, Long lost power and internal communications, and was unable to fight fires forward. Her commanding officer, Lieutenant Stanley Caplan, fearing an explosion in the forward magazine, gave permission for men trapped on the forecastle to leave the ship; but through a misunderstanding the crew abandoned ship. Later that afternoon a second plane attacked Long and exploded at the same spot, destroying the bridge and breaking the ship's back. Long finally capsized and sank the following morning. Alongside the Long, battleships California and New Mexico, along with the cruisers Columbia, Australia, and Louisville, five destroyers, another minesweeper, and one transport were damaged. Admiral Oldendorf was worried with good reason. Previously, kamikaze operations against his ships and those of other naval commands, though dangerous, had generally been executed by relatively untrained pilots who had taken few precautions to avoid detection and anti-aircraft fire and who often appeared to be flying partially damaged, lightly armored planes carrying little ordnance. In January the kamikazes had been operating in a far different manner. There was now a definite program of kamikaze operations, for the vast majority of the perhaps 100 Japanese aircraft that had attacked the forces under Admiral Oldendorf's command since January 2 had at least attempted kamikaze crashes. In addition, the pilots seemed to be more skilled. They took every advantage of radar-blanketing terrain, especially in the Lingayen Gulf area, and flew toward target ships at extremely low altitudes, thus helping to avoid both radar and visual detection. Flight tactics included radical maneuvering designed not only to avoid anti-aircraft fire and Allied planes but also to confuse observers as to which ship was the actual target. Finally, many of the kamikaze planes were heavily armored and armed. The Allies had expected great results from the relatively new proximity fuze for shipboard 5-inch antiaircraft weapons, but the Japanese planes usually appeared so suddenly and took such violent evasive action that 5-inch batteries could seldom track properly. The employment of the expensive special ammunition was, therefore, generally useless, and was sometimes even dangerous to friendly ships. Having missed approaching kamikazes by such distances that fuzes were not activated, shells sometimes sailed on to explode on or near Allied vessels, thereby causing some damage and many casualties.  Concerned about the effectiveness of the kamikaze attacks and recognizing that achieving air superiority did not prevent the enemy's suicide planes, Oldendorf opted for a psychological strategy. He ordered the minesweeper and bombardment groups to persist with their operations, even while sustaining damage, to convince the Japanese that their suicide missions were failing. Kinkaid shared these concerns and requested the cessation of all diversionary air operations to concentrate the main air offensive on Luzon. As a result, Admiral Halsey's carrier-based aircraft and General Kenney's ground forces were tasked with neutralizing all Japanese airfields in Luzon, supported by Durgin's escort carriers. On January 7, McCain's strikes on Luzon and Oldendorf's bombardment of the Lingayen beaches continued, while underwater demolition teams entered the gulf to undertake the dangerous mission of dismantling beach obstacles. Again contrary to expectations, no beach obstacles were found. The "frog men" encountered only a little rifle and machine gun fire, and the few beach defenses they observed appeared to be unoccupied. Their tasks and those of hydrographic ships were completed on the 8th. In retaliation, 20 to 25 kamikazes targeted various segments of the Luzon Attack Force, managing to sink two minesweepers and damage one LST. That night, Kinkaid's destroyers successfully sank the Hinoki off Manila Bay. However, on January 8, the 3rd Fleet units began advancing towards Formosa, as MacArthur and Admiral Nimitz suspected that the kamikazes were launching from there. Without Halsey's additional air support, the Japanese suicide planes once again attacked the Luzon Attack Force, this time damaging the cruiser Australia and the escort carriers Kitkun Bay and Kardashan Bay, as well as inflicting damage on an LSI, an LST, and an APA. Due to significant losses, by the end of the day, the 2nd Air Fleet and the 1st Combined Base Air Force headquarters were disbanded. The 1st Air Fleet received orders to withdraw to Formosa for reorganization, while the severely weakened units of the 4th Air Army were set to continue limited attack operations for a short time until a final evacuation could be carried out. Returning on the morning of the 8th to resume bombardment about 08:00, one section again hit the Lingayen area. About ten minutes later a destroyer standing close inshore and a spotting plane from a battleship reported that Filipinos were forming a parade, complete with United States and Philippine flags, in the town of Lingayen. The fire was shifted to more westerly targets while leaflets were quickly prepared instructing the Filipinos to clear the area. A spotting plane dropped the leaflets and the paraders dispersed. Bombardment started again as soon as the area seemed vacated. The reasons for resuming the bombardment of Lingayen and its environs in the face of this friendly demonstration ashore are unknown, especially since neither underwater demolition teams nor spotting planes had discovered any signs of Japanese activity in the area. The town, at least, seemed safely in the hands of the Filipinos. The most obvious explanation is that erroneous intelligence, having indicated that strong defenses would be encountered in the area, made it incumbent upon Admiral Oldendorf to continue the bombardment whether he wanted to or not. Too much was at stake to take a chance. The Filipinos in the Lingayen area could hardly have been pleased as they saw their homes and public buildings damaged or destroyed by what to them must have seemed an unnecessary bombardment. It seems a tribute both to the Filipinos and to the prewar administration of the United States in the islands--as well as a severe and obvious indictment of Japanese occupation policies--that the people of the Philippines took such adversities in their stride, not permitting personal resentments to overcome judgment and loyalty. Throughout the rest of 8 January, bombardment of the landing beach areas continued without incident. Practically no military installations or targets were found in the Lingayen town and airstrip area, and relatively few were discovered in the San Fabian region. The San Fabian bombardment vessels ran out of targets by 1530 and moved back up the gulf to strike the San Fernando area for another forty-five minutes, completing the task that the Japanese kamikazes had interrupted on the 6th. The Lingayen area ships had long since ceased their firing for the day. Thus ended preliminary bombardment operations. The heavy bombardment of the San Fernando sector on the 6th aroused great anxiety in General Yamashita's headquarters. An enemy landing in that sector would fall north of the main positions of the 58th Independent Mixed Brigade and create serious danger of a thrust toward Baguio over the Bauang-Naguilian Highway. The only means of meeting this potential threat was to change the planned employment of the 19th Division. The division was still in the San Fernando-Naguilian area due to postponement of its scheduled movement inland, and intense enemy air activity over the whole Lingayen area made it improbable that it could move in any case. Consequently, on 7 January, the Area Army ordered the division to assume responsibility for the defense of the sector north of a line running through Santiago, Magungunay, Mt. Bilbil, and Asin. Its main strength was to be concentrated between Naguilian and Baguio. With preliminary operations finished, Kinkaid's amphibious attack convoys arrived at the entrance to Lingayen Gulf around 04:00 on January 9. As the amphibious ships began landing operations, the fire support vessels of Admirals Barbey and Wilkinson positioned themselves for final pre-assault bombardment. In support of these efforts, McCain struck Formosa, destroying 47 Japanese aircraft, sinking seven ships, and damaging eleven others. Throughout the week, the fast carriers conducted a total of 3,030 offensive sorties, dropping approximately 700 tons of bombs at the cost of 86 aircraft. Pleased with the results of the anti-kamikaze operation, Nimitz finally permitted Halsey to launch a major raid into the South China Sea, codenamed Operation Gratitude. Meanwhile, back in Luzon, the pre-assault bombardment commenced at 07:00, gradually shifting fire from the landing beaches to the flanks of the assault area. At 09:00, the first amphibious vehicles began their approach from a departure line about 4,500 yards offshore, while rocket-armed landing craft and aircraft bombarded the beaches. The landing beaches of the 14th Corps were located across the middle of Lingayen Gulf's southern shores and centered on Lingayen airstrip and the nearby grounds of the capitol of Pangasinan Province. In peacetime one would have considered the shore line a beautiful swimming beach, a magnificent strand of firm sand stretching eastward almost 9 miles from the mouth of the Calmay River to the mouth of the Dagupan. The east bank of the Dagupan, which enters the gulf midway between Lingayen and San Fabian, delineated the boundary between the 14th and the 1st Corps, and bridges over the Dagupan were expected to provide the first easy means of contact between the two corps. Since there was a gap of over 6 miles between the 1st Corps' westernmost beaches and the 14th Corps' easternmost, it was imperative that the Dagupan crossings be seized without delay. Planners anticipated that inasmuch as 1st Corps troops would be a mile or so closer to the river at the moment of landing they would be the first to reach the bridges, but it was 14th Corps' responsibility to relieve 1st Corps at the crossings as soon as possible. The 37th Division was to drive toward the Dagupan, while the 40th Division would make a quick thrust west and northwest to Port Sual and Alaminos. Port Sual, located at the southwestern corner of Lingayen Gulf, and at the western extremity of the Army Beachhead Line, possessed some importance as the site of minor port facilities. Alaminos, about twelve miles northwest of Port Sual, lay inland on the Bolinao Peninsula. Early capture of road junctions at Alaminos would help forestall Japanese attempts to organize counterattacks against the 6th Army's right flank. In contrast, the beaches assigned to the 1st Corps were more widely spaced. The units of the 6th Division were scheduled to land on the Blue Beaches, located midway between the Dagupan River mouth and that of the Bued River. The 103rd Regiment was to land on White Beach 3 at San Fabian, while the 169th Regiment would land on White Beach 2, nearly two miles to the northeast. Additionally, the 2nd Battalion of the 172nd Regiment was set to land on the nearby White Beach 3. Fortunately for the American forces, they encountered minimal resistance as the initial waves approached the shore, facing only some challenges from the ebb tide. Shortly after 09:30, the 1st and 20th Regiments landed on the Blue Beaches, with the 1st Regiment quickly securing the mouth of the Bued River and advancing three miles inland to Mangaldan, while the 20th Regiment moved toward Dagupan. Meanwhile, Wing's regiments landed on their designated beaches to the northeast but faced harassment from snipers, artillery, and mortar fire from Lieutenant General Nishiyama Fukutaro's 23rd Division. However, the assault waves of the 14th Corps moved more slowly than expected, reaching the western beaches only by 09:40. The 185th Regiment captured Orange Beach, the 160th Regiment took Green Beach, the 148th Regiment secured Yellow Beach, and the 129th Regiment landed unopposed on Crimson Beach. After landing on the beaches, the 1st Battalion of the 185th Regiment marched to the Agno River's mouth. Meanwhile, the 40th Reconnaissance Troop established a roadblock on the main road, just three miles east of Port Sual. The 2nd Battalion of the 185th Regiment advanced directly inland through Lingayen, successfully crossing the Calmay River and an east-west segment of the Agno River. Similarly, the 160th Regiment crossed the Calmay and assembled nearly four miles inland. The reserve 2nd Battalion of the 108th Regiment landed at Lingayen, while the 148th Regiment moved straight inland, crossing both the Calmay and Dagupan Rivers toward San Carlos. The 129th Regiment entered Dagupan and crossed the Patan River to reach Calasiao, with its 3rd Battalion eventually extending the line to connect with the 148th. By the end of the day, Griswold had established a beachhead stretching northwestward from Calasiao for nearly twenty miles to the outpost near Port Sual. At the same time, Wing's units encountered the most significant resistance from three tiers of ridges that overlooked the 43rd Division's beaches from the north, northeast, and east.  The 43rd Division had the most hazardous and difficult S-day tasks. On the division's left low hills lay scarcely three-quarters of a mile inland from WHITE Beaches 1 and 2. Stretching northward, and coming still closer to Lingayen Gulfs eastern shore, a first line of low, grass-covered hills formed a somewhat broken ridge line, the seaward slopes of which grew steeper as the hills proceeded north along the coast. Beyond this first range, which averaged less than 250 feet in height, lay another, more irregular north-south ridge that rose to 350 feet. Still further east--a little over three miles inland--was yet a third steep-sided, grass-covered ridge line, this one averaging around 600 feet high. The three tiers of ridges overlooked the 43rd Division's beaches from the north, northeast, and east. They provided the Japanese with natural defensive terrain, excellent observation, good positions from which to deliver direct fire on the beaches, and cover behind which there was protection from the essentially flat trajectory of naval support fires. Moreover, the ridges were close to assembly areas further inland that could provide large Japanese forces with cover and concealment. In a single night the Japanese could move considerable strength from these assembly points into the tiers of hills to launch a counterattack against the 6th Army's left. While the 2nd Battalion of the 172nd Regiment advanced toward Hill 247, the 169th Regiment moved eastward, successfully reaching Binday and extending its lines north along the gentle slopes leading to Hill 470. Meanwhile, the 2nd Battalion of the 172nd Regiment quickly secured the barrios of Mabilao and Alacan, ultimately capturing Hill 247 despite scattered resistance. As small arms and mortar fire intensified, combat patrols advanced toward Hill 385, coinciding with the remainder of the 172nd coming ashore. Finally, the 103rd Regiment took control of San Fabian without facing any opposition and then advanced generally south and southeast toward Hill 200, halting just north of San Jacinto by the end of the day. While the assault units of the 1st Corps successfully landed by dusk on January 9, Swift's advance was not as deep as Griswold's, leaving several dangerous gaps between his units. Throughout the day, the Japanese launched sporadic kamikaze attacks on the Luzon Attack Force, causing significant damage to the battleship Mississippi, hitting the cruisers Columbia and Australia again, and damaging one destroyer escort. Meanwhile, friendly anti-aircraft fire resulted in numerous casualties aboard the battleship Colorado. In response to the enemy landings, Yamashita decided to deploy the 2nd Tank Division to the Agno River line near Tayug, where the armored units were to execute a counterattack from the northern flank if the enemy overextended. He also sent five battalions under Lieutenant-General Tsuda Yoshitake to secure the Cabanatuan area, ordered Lieutenant-General Okamoto Yasuyuki's 10th Division to position elements in the Triangle Hill and Tayug sectors to counter a potential enemy advance from Lingayen toward San Jose, stationed the majority of the 11th Independent Regiment at Bongabong, and directed the Noguchi Detachment to move from Bicol to the Manila area. During the night, the 12th Surface Raiding Regiment, based at Port Sual, attempted to disrupt further enemy landings with a full-scale suicide boat attack on ships near the beachhead. Taking advantage of the element of surprise, the small explosive-laden boats approached undetected but only succeeded in sinking one LCI and damaging eight other vessels. In other areas, increased guerrilla activities and Allied airstrikes in northern Luzon had nearly stopped the Japanese from collecting and transporting vital food supplies to the critical defense zones within the Baguio-Mankayan-Bambang triangle. This disruption would hinder the 14th Area Army's capacity to conduct a prolonged defensive campaign. Although plans for a desperate, full-scale counteroffensive were developed, Yamashita decisively rejected this strategy, instead ordering the 2nd Tank Division to cancel its intended counterattack and regroup at Lupao, approximately eight miles northwest of San Jose. Meanwhile, on January 10, Griswold's forces continued their advance inland: the 185th Regiment moved west toward Port Sual; the 160th Regiment progressed southward about eight miles; the 148th Regiment quickly advanced to San Carlos; and the 129th Regiment pushed forward to Malasiqui, where the 14th Corps faced enemy resistance for the first time since the landing. Additionally, the reserve 108th and 145th Regiments successfully landed on the Lingayen beaches. To the north, the 6th Division shifted generally south and southeast, covering about four miles across flat, dry, open farmland, and by nightfall, it secured a front of approximately seven miles from west to east. As they continued northeast, the 103rd Regiment expanded its front, with its 2nd Battalion advancing toward Manaoag while the other two battalions moved to the area northwest of Hill 200. Lastly, the 169th and 172nd Regiments encountered the most intense resistance thus far, providing an early glimpse of the challenges that would impede the 43rd Division for the upcoming month. The 1st Battalion, 169th Regiment, supported by close artillery and mortar fire, engaged in combat along the steep, grassy slopes of Hill 470, ultimately capturing the summit by nightfall. Meanwhile, the rest of the regiment advanced across the Bued River toward Hills 355 and 318, but halted near the river due to heavy artillery, mortar, and machine-gun fire. To the north, the 172nd Regiment cleared Hill 385 and then moved toward Hills 351 and 580, gradually advancing along the southern section of the third ridge line, which was located inland from the beaches. Additionally, its 1st Battalion progressed two miles along the graveled coastal road and conducted patrols along the ridge crest. By nightfall, Krueger had determined that the 6th Army Reserve should be deployed in the 1st Corps' area, as outlined in the pre-assault plans, due to the significant resistance faced by the 43rd Division. He suspected that the apparent lack of enemy resistance to the west was a trap, designed to lure the 6th Army into overextending its lines, making its flanks susceptible to a counterattack from the east. Fortunately for the Americans, Tominaga's kamikaze attacks began to diminish in the days following the landing, with an attack on January 10 resulting in damage only to the destroyer escort LeRay Wilson and one transport ship. The next day, the 43rd Division continued to face challenges in Luzon. The Japanese mortar and artillery fire along the 172nd's eastern front was so severe that Wing decided to shift the regiment's attack direction from east to north, resulting in minimal progress as they redeployed to strike toward Hills 351 and 580 from Hill 470. Additionally, the reserve 158th Regiment was landed to relieve the 1st Battalion, 172nd Regiment, on the coastal road. Looking southeast, the 169th Regiment nearly encircled Hill 318. However, despite receiving maximum support from Durgin's carrier aircraft, naval gunfire, and division artillery, they were unable to dislodge the Japanese forces, who had entrenched themselves in the hillside. Meanwhile, Griswold's advance inland to secure the Army Beachhead Line continued to progress well on January 11. On the 11th the 185th Infantry patrolled and consolidated its positions on the west flank, suffered no casualties, killed 5 Japanese, and captured another. Early in the morning a Chevrolet sedan of 1940 or 1941 vintage, occupied by two Japanese, came calmly down the coast road from the direction of Port Sual. Obviously unaware that Company C, 185th Infantry, maintained a roadblock on the highway, the Japanese practically ran into the American outpost before they realized their situation. Before they could recover from their surprise and consternation, both Japanese were dead, and Company C had acquired some luxurious transportation. Meanwhile the 160th Regiment reached Aguilar, a road junction already held by Filipino guerrillas. The 108th Regiment closely followed the 160th, and the 148th Regiment established a line from Dumpay westward for four miles to Bacnar, with patrols extending further south to Urbiztondo and Bayambang. By the end of the day, the 14th Corps had either occupied or outposted nearly all the territory within the Army Beachhead Line in its sector. However, with Swift's units unable to keep up with the advance southward, Griswold faced the risk of exposing his eastern flank if he continued to push forward. Therefore, the 1st Corps needed reinforcement to prevent widening the gap along the corps boundary. As a result, the reserve 63rd Regiment and the 13th Armored Group were deployed in the San Fabian area, while the 6th Ranger Battalion, which had landed at Blue Beaches the previous day, moved to the Dagupan area. Additionally, Major-General Charles Mullins' 25th Division began to assemble between the Agoi and Patalan Rivers. Despite these developments, casualties had been significantly lower than expected, with 55 men killed and around 185 wounded, primarily from the 43rd Division. Japanese casualties in ground operations were also relatively low, with American estimates suggesting between 150 and 200 Japanese killed. Meanwhile, Task Force 38 made its way into the South China Sea via the Luzon Strait on January 10, accompanied by the refueling group. Although poor weather conditions thwarted a scheduled refueling on that day, Task Force 38 was completely fueled by noon on January 11 and prepared to carry out Halsey's ambitious raid. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. As Allied forces prepared for a major assault on Luzon, kamikaze attacks intensified, leading to fierce battles and unexpected challenges, but Filipino resilience shone through despite devastation. On the shores of Lingayen Gulf, American forces launched a strategic landing, facing minimal resistance, but soon encountered fierce Japanese counterattacks as they advanced inland.

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Nelly Roach: 'God Pulled Me Out' of Planned Parenthood

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 27:33


At age 18, Nelly Roach sat in a Planned Parenthood clinic with $246 to pay for an abortion.   “I found myself there, as many many people find themselves, in a place where they don't feel that they have any options,” Roach says.   Roach was born into a Catholic family on the small island nation of Palau in the Pacific Ocean. When she was 13, her family moved to Missouri so she could receive a better education. She says she was raised with a sense of cultural responsibility to help and serve her family and her people, known as Palauans.  Waiting in the Planned Parenthood, Roach recalls, her mind raced. She felt she had to have the abortion for “the great good” of being able to help fellow Palauans one day, but also that what she was about to do was “wrong, but maybe I don't care.”   When her name was called, Roach stood up. “Had I turned left ... I would have had an abortion in a matter of minutes. But, you know, God pulled me out, and so I turned right [and walked out], and my baby is now 32 years old.”   After giving birth to her son, Roach entered the field of marketing and eventually had her own marketing company. For 25 years, Roach kept her story of nearly aborting her son private. In fact, her mother was the only one who knew she had ever visited Planned Parenthood. But when her son was 23, she spoke at a marketing conference and was approached by a pro-life organization about how to reach more women who are considering having an abortion.   “I still believe that it was a divine conversation because it's such a polarizing topic. I wasn't talking about being pro-life, yet they felt comfortable coming to me,” Roach says.  

We Have Ways of Making You Talk
Peleliu: Death Trap Island (Part 1)

We Have Ways of Making You Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 45:50


27th November, 1944, Palau Islands. A 'God-Forsaken' island in the Pacific, Palau must be taken for the US strategy to reclaim the Philippines and push back the Japanese Empire. After 2 months of bloodthirsty fighting, The US forces claimed the island for its airfield, but the controversy of its strategic value versus the horrific cost in men remains to this day. Did the myopic, and partisan ambitions of a flawed top brass result in the shocking US casualty figures? Or was it the coral, caves, and suicidal sacrifice of the Japanese defenders? Join James Holland, Al Murray, and John McManus as they dive deep into the 'Emperor's Island', as well as discussing the big names and conflicting interests of the campaign - such as Geiger, Puller, and Rupertus. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company' to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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GOOD EVENING: The show beg in Kabul with comments about the Taliban's suspect mass murdering Siraj Haqqani of

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 7:58


GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Kabul with comments about the Taliban's suspect mass murdering Siraj Haqqani of Khost Province... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1900 Approaches to India FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 AFGHANISTAN: Taliban terrorist Siraj Haqqani on a charm tour of EU and Eurasia. Bill Roggio, FDD 9:15-9:30 Al Qaeda: Harris Administration and Al Qaeda in Afghanistan. Trump? Bill Roggio, FDD 9:30-9:45 UKRAINE: Donbas Battlefront falling back in order. North Korea reports unconfirmed. John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD 9:45-10:00 UKRAINE: What of a Harris Administration? A Trump Administration? John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 #IRAN: B-52 to Qatar. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 @ThadMcCotter @theamgreatness 10:15-10:30 #Indiana: Hoenlein and the Lost Jewish Gladiator in Pompeii. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 @ThadMcCotter @theamgreatness 10:30-10:45 PRC: Ministry of State Security penetrates FISA Court documents and much more. Josh Rogin, The Washington Post 10:45-11:00 NORTH KOREA: Indication of Russia sharing technology. Bruce Bechtol, author, "North Korean Proliferation in the Middle East and Africa" THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 #NewWorldReport: What Latin capitals are watching the US election closely and why? Joseph Humire @JMHumire @SecureFreeSoc, Ernesto Araújo, Former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil 11:15-11:30 #NewWorldReport: Lula da Silva injured. Intrigue in La Paz. Joseph Humire @JMHumire @SecureFreeSoc, Ernesto Araújo, Former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil 11:30-11:45 IRAN: New Apocalyptic Threats from the Ayatollah. Seth Frantzman, Bill Roggio, FDD 11:45-12:00 ISRAEL: Expectations of a Harris Administration? Of a Trump Administration? Seth Frantzman, Bill Roggio, FDD FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 PRC: The Next Administration and Beijing. Grant Newsham, author, "When China Attacks" 12:15-12:30 #OCEANIA: The stakes for Palau on November 5. Cleo Paskal, FDD 12:30-12:45 PRC: China trials three new SSGNs for war fighting. Bill Gertz, The Washington Times 12:45-1:00 AM PRC: Kim launches mobile three-stage ICBM said to be MIRVed. Rick Fisher, International Assessment and Strategy Center Khost Province...

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"Preview: PALAU: Colleague Cleo Paskal (FDD) explains what the 20,000 people of Palau look for as a result of keeping faith with Taiwan and the US. More tonight."

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 1:28


"Preview: PALAU: Colleague Cleo Paskal (FDD) explains what the 20,000 people of Palau look for as a result of keeping faith with Taiwan and the US. More tonight." 1930 Palau

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Grant Newsham: Palau votes on November 5, too. AUTHOR, "WHEN CHINA ATTACKS."

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 9:00


Grant Newsham: Palau votes on November 5, too. AUTHOR, "WHEN CHINA ATTACKS." 1900 PALAU