Podcasts about pioneers

In 1899, Ramon Gonzalez, his wife Guadalupe, and his children Romana and Prudencio, left their home in Dixon, New Mexico, to settle in Monticello, Utah. A wagon carried all their household possessions, while a few head of livestock followed on the hoof. 

In dieser Episode sprechen wir mit den den DEAD PIONEERS, einer super spannenden Band, die sich aus einem Kunstprojekt entwickelt hat. In rasender Geschwindigkeit wurden zwei Alben veröffentlicht, die dafür sorgten, dass die Band in Punk-Rock-Kreisen in aller Munde war. Thematisch behandeln die DEAD PIONEERS hauptsächlich die Rolle der indigenen Bevölkerung in den USA. Dieser Themenschwerpunkt lässt sich allerdings ohne Weiteres auch auf andere Minderheiten und Lebenssituationen übertragen. Wir hatten die Chance mit drei Bandmitgliedern auf ihrer ersten Europatournee, nach ihrer Show in Hamburg, zu sprechen. Der Wasted Fridays Punk Podcast: Zwei Punk Fans - Flo und Timo - fachsimpeln über Interviews, die sie mit Menschen aus der Welt des Punks geführt haben. Mit dabei Szenegrößen, Newcomer und alles dazwischen. Persönlich, ehrlich und nicht zu glatt - so wie Punk Rock - nur als Podcast! Das ganze kommt ein Mal pro Monat.

One of Utah's many oddities is its state bird: the California gull. But did you know that the humble gull is the hero in its own miracle tale?

The Days of '47 celebration is here but how much do you know about the Days of '47 and the Pioneers who settled Utah? Holly and Greg share some Pioneer trivia and some fun facts you may not have known. 

See how pioneers survive flood and blizzard in Kansas.

BDx Data Centres recently launched an initiative in collaboration with a Singapore quantum computing company to deploy Southeast Asia’s first hybrid quantum computer at its flagship SIN1 facility in Paya Lebar. How will this change the game for AI, enterprise innovation, and the future of data centres? On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Mayank Srivastava, Chief Executive Officer of BDx Data Centers to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's show, after a Sons of the Pioneers swoon: brand new Springhouse, Bob Mould, Miki Berenyi Trio, Ron Sexsmith, Chris Stamey, Lake Ruth, and Dauber, plus Chan Romero, Billy Fury, Fever Tree, Chambers Brothers, Tex Ritter, Sons of the Pioneers,...

On this episode of Stories from the River, the Scholarship Fund Series wraps up with it's fourth and final episode. President Manny Rodrigues introduces listeners to scholarship recipients Jordyn Collins, Don and Joseph Limekuller, and Vince Sayles, who share their journeys as they prepare for college and the next chapter in their lives. Each scholarship recipient discusses their school selection process, academic interests, extracurricular passions, and the impact the scholarship has had on them and their families. They reflect on overcoming self-doubt, the importance of authentic essays, and the pride they feel as many are first-generation college students or pioneers within their families. Throughout the episode, these young scholarship recipients express gratitude for the support and encouragement they've received and offer advice to future applicants: be genuine, focus on personal growth, and don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. From stories of leadership in student government and community volunteering to the important lessons learned from athletics, music, and faith-based communities, the episode highlights the diverse paths these scholars are forging. The closing message celebrates the Founders Scholarship Fund's role in uplifting Memory Makers and their families, encouraging continued support and involvement for future generations. Watch the other videos in this series: Empowered to Learn: The Impact of the Founders Scholarship - https://youtu.be/g2ubeaebLyM    Dreams in Motion: Kate & Tamya's College Pathways - https://youtu.be/YnZUehdI_9g   College Countdown: Scholarship Winners Discuss College Expectations - https://youtu.be/tqLta1vwKDI  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tqLta1vwKDI   Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes. Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com                                Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail  

Craig Loftis is a house music DJ and sound engineer. A native Chicagoan, South Sider and music lover, he has been part of Chicago's house music scene since its inception and has worked with labels like Power Plant, D.J. International, Loftwerk, and Nu-Bang. Loftis attended Columbia College in Chicago, where he received a degree in Art and Entertainment Management and Sound Engineering. Craig is interviewed and celebrated by his friend of 50 years Lori Branch LIVE in the WNUR STUDIOS!! They discuss how he feels about Craig Loftis Day in Chicago!!! AN AMAZING ACHIEVEMENT CRAIG!!! Listen and Share www.VintageHouseShow.usSupport the showwww.VintageHouseShow.comPreserving and Celebrating the History of House Music

On this episode of Stories from the River, the Scholarship Fund Series wraps up with it's fourth and final episode. President Manny Rodrigues introduces listeners to scholarship recipients Jordyn Collins, Don and Joseph Limekuller, and Vince Sayles, who share their journeys as they prepare for college and the next chapter in their lives. Each scholarship recipient discusses their school selection process, academic interests, extracurricular passions, and the impact the scholarship has had on them and their families. They reflect on overcoming self-doubt, the importance of authentic essays, and the pride they feel as many are first-generation college students or pioneers within their families. Throughout the episode, these young scholarship recipients express gratitude for the support and encouragement they've received and offer advice to future applicants: be genuine, focus on personal growth, and don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. From stories of leadership in student government and community volunteering to the important lessons learned from athletics, music, and faith-based communities, the episode highlights the diverse paths these scholars are forging. The closing message celebrates the Founders Scholarship Fund's role in uplifting Memory Makers and their families, encouraging continued support and involvement for future generations. Watch the other videos in this series: Empowered to Learn: The Impact of the Founders Scholarship - https://youtu.be/g2ubeaebLyM    Dreams in Motion: Kate & Tamya's College Pathways - https://youtu.be/YnZUehdI_9g   College Countdown: Scholarship Winners Discuss College Expectations - https://youtu.be/tqLta1vwKDI  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tqLta1vwKDI   Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes. Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com                                Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail  

This week's “How She Finds Purpose” insight comes from Neri Karra Sillaman. She says – “It is never about you. All the entrepreneurs I talk to, that's the most surprising element. When they were building the businesses, it was never about them. They never thought of themselves as the sun in the middle, and they are this leader that is shining out their intelligence and benevolence to others, but they are thinking of others first. And that's what creates business longevity.” Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear how Neri made the bold decision to walk away from a successful family business to pursue what really lit her up—and the moment she knew it was time. You'll learn why so many immigrant entrepreneurs build businesses that last, and how those same principles can apply to your life and work. You'll get real insight into what it means to live with purpose, even when it means going against expectations and choosing yourself. Born in communist Bulgaria and once a refugee living in a tent, Neri shares how education became her North Star, how she built a global luxury goods brand with her family, and why stepping away from it all led her to the work she was truly meant to do. Neri Karra Sillaman is a globally recognized entrepreneur, author, and advisor to leaders worldwide. She's also the founder of a luxury leather goods brand, a former associate professor, and author of Pioneers: Eight Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs. Connect with Neri at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prof.neri/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neri-karra-sillaman/ You can purchase her book Pioneers at Amazon here https://www.amazon.com/Pioneers-Principles-Longevity-Immigrant-Entrepreneurs/dp/1394304056   Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast   Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com   Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!   This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

This week, we're revisiting one of our most compelling conversations—with Damien Riehl, a technology lawyer, coder, and thought leader at the intersection of law and innovation. At the time of our conversation, Damien was vice president and Solutions Champion at vLex. vLex recently made headlines with its acquisition by Clio, which is a move that signals a new chapter in the evolution of legal technology. So, we thought now is an apt time to replay this conversation with Damien. His career has spanned roles at Thomson, Reuters, Fastcase, and the SALI Alliance. Our discussion touched on a wide range of topics: his early experience as a tech attorney, the complexities of confidentiality and legal AI, music copyright, and the enduring value of a liberal arts education. We hope you enjoy this encore episode as much as we did. Our guest today is Damien Riehl, vice president and Solutions Champion at vLex, a platform using artificial intelligence solutions to streamline workflows and provide lawyers with greater access to knowledge and resources. Damien was a tech attorney for more than 10 years when he made the leap to Thomson Reuters as Senior Product Strategist, where he developed innovative legal technology involving artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing. Inspired by Ed Walters' efforts to democratize the law, Damien later joined Fastcase, where he served various roles building out legal tools and systems. In his current position at vLex, Damien helps lead the design, development, and expansion of products. Additionally, Damien is part of the leadership team at the Standards Advancement for the Legal Industry (SALI) Alliance. He is also co-founder of All the Music LLC, a project that involved copyrighting 471 billion melodies and placing them in the public domain. In 2019, Damien delivered a TED Talk in which he describes this process and offers a new way to handle copyright infringement lawsuits in music. In today's conversation, Damien discusses vLex's newest product—Vincent AI, his decision to leave practice and join Thomson Reuters, the genesis of All the Music, and the future of teaching legal research. Read the full transcript of the episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/Pioneers_Bestof_DamienRiehl.pdf

In this conversation, entrepreneurship expert, strategy specialist, and award-winning author of Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs, Neri Karra Sillaman shares how her family transformed from refugees to founders of a global luxury fashion brand without ever taking venture capital.   Starting in a third-floor apartment in Turkey's Grand Bazaar area, they built their business on trust, cultural connections, and what Neri calls "homophilic ties” - the bonds between people who share similar backgrounds and experiences.   Listen in this week for a powerful case study in business longevity for women entrepreneurs who want to build wealth and make an impact their way.    Get full show notes and more information here: https://safimedia.co/WO57

This episode of the podcast revisits our 2024 coverage of the cool, animated, sci-fi short film ‘The New Pioneers.' Set in the distant future on an alien world, a human orphan teen named Mynn bravely fights to protect her colony from the attack of a fearsome creature. #scifishort #animation #scifiSubscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts or Amazon Music.To subscribe to the newsletter, explore the podcast archive, support the podcast, and more, visit EYE ON SCI-FI Link Tree.Episode Link:Watch: The New Pioneers

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With the boys still recovering from SABR last week in Dallas, it's a perfect time to revisit the great Larry Doby, who never gets nearly enough attention.  It's probably fair to say that no more important player in baseball history has been talked about less than Larry Doby, the second African-American to break the color line as a player and a manager, which happened 73 and 42 years ago this week, respectively. Mike and Bill try to rectify that just a little, looking back at Doby's life before getting the chance to integrate the American League and the incredible contributions he made after it. Plus, happy birthday to Al Downing and Tony Armas Sr! Back next week with a new episode.

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Dive into the world of coastal rowing and beach sprints with guests Ben Booth and Mark Oria, co-authors of the new book 'Ride the Waves: A Complete Guide to Coastal Rowing and Beach Sprint.' Our conversation delves into the unique aspects and growing popularity of coastal rowing, training tips, and the differences from flat-water rowing. We also introduce youth rowers Cooper and Noah of Olympic Peninsula Rowing Association, highlighting their experiences and passion for the sport. The conversation underscores the importance of love for rowing, proper training, and the expanding opportunities within coastal rowing, including upcoming championships, training camps, and the debut of beach sprints at the Olympics. Sponsored by Breakwater Realty Group, the episode also promotes community engagement and support for rowing initiatives. GUESTS: Marc Oria - Head Coach, US National Beach Sprint team; co-founder of Next Level Racing Ben Booth - Co-Founder, Next Level Racing; boat designer at Next Boat Works Noah Oberly and Cooper Disque - Olympic Peninsula Rowing Association members   FIND OUT MORE Ride the Waves: A Complete Guide to Coastal Rowing & Beach Sprint QUICK LOOK 00:00 - Episode intro 01:34 - Hosts Tara and Rachel talk candidly about the topic 05:50 - Welcome guests and Rowing Week on a scale of 1-10:  07:00 - The Huddle: Ben then Marc 09:19 - Growth of coastal and beach sprint in the past 5 years 12:43 - New Book! Ride the Waves 15:47 - Extreme conditions + knowledge + skills = success 18:18 - camps 19:29 - Welcome Cooper and Noah 20:42 - Rowing Origin Stories: Cooper then Noah 22:33 - The Hot Seat Q&A 24:56 - The kids ask the experts 32:37 - Reframing the flat water rowing experience and benefits of adding beach sprints and coastal to flat water programs 34:48 - What's on Noah and Cooper's racing schedule this Summer? 35:54 - How to bring coastal to your club. Tips and cautionary tales. 37:33 - On the schedule: youth nationals, national team trials, ID camps, Youth Olympics, 2028 Olympics in LA. 40:19 - Steady State Network news and notes . To get links to the people, clubs, and events mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes on our website. . This episode was made possible in part by Breakwater Realty, RowSource, and our Patrons. . Steady State Podcast is hosted and edited by Rachel Freedman and Tara Morgan. Tara provides additional audio engineering, books show guests, and is our sponsor and donor coordinator. Rachel writes our scripts and e-newsletter, and manages the website and social media. Our theme music is by Jonas Hipper. . SHOP SSN GEAR: www.steadystatenetwork.com/shop SIGN UP FOR THE SSN NEWSLETTER: www.steadystatenetwork.com/newsletter MAKE A DIFFERENCE: www.steadystatenetwork.com/support  Check out more Steady State Network here:  FB - /SteadyStateNetwork IG - @SteadyStateNetwork BLUESKY - steadystatenetwork.bsky.social FB - /AllieswithOars IG - @AllieswithOars Connect on FB and IG with the hosts: Rachel Freedman - @RowSource Tara Morgan - @CmonBarber

Disneyland is celebrating its platinum anniversary! This episode introduces the Celebratory Summer Series with a Disneyland theme to commemorate 70 years of the Happiest Place on Earth. Courtney and Emily kick off this three book summer series by meeting some original cast members around Disneyland in David Koenig's book “The 55ers: The Pioneers Who Settled Disneyland”. The book memorializes almost 700 original cast members in its pages who helped build and operate Disneyland for its inaugural year. The cast members are the magic of the Disney parks deserve every recognition while celebrating Disneyland's 70th anniversary.   Review Book of the Mouse Club on iTunes and Google Play and send any questions, comments, or suggestions to the hosts at bookofthemouseclub@gmail.com Follow Our Reading Journey On Social Media! Official Twitter and Instagram: @BookoftheMouse Courtney: Instagram @greatguthsby and Goodreads Emily: Instagram @emily_mickde  and Goodreads Next Book: Presenting Disneyland: Forgotten Photographs From Opening Day by Aaron Goldberg Forward by Bob Gurr

Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "Over The Rolling Sea" [0:00:00] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "He Is Both God & Man" [0:06:15] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "The Family Circle" [0:07:50] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "United We Stand" [0:11:28] Ernest Tubb - "Jimmie Rodger's Last Blue Yodel (The Women Make A Fool Out Of Me)" [0:14:32] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "Higher Power" [0:17:21] Sons of the Pioneers with Larry Russell's Orchestra and Chorus - "Baby, I Ain't Gonna Cry No More" [0:18:11] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:21:13] Billy Woods - "Delaware Valley, U.S.A." [0:24:57] Doye O'Dell - "Goin' To Do Some Walkin'" [0:27:11] Paul Ott - "Kitty Kat" [0:30:25] Billy Parks - "Why Do I Keep On Crying" [0:32:43] Carl Phillips - "Salty Dog Blues" [0:35:29] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:36:53] Haydon Thompson - "Girl From Arkansas" [0:39:50] Tracey Pendarvis & The Blue Notes - "One of These Days" [0:42:27] Joan Proctor - "Just My Pride" [0:44:41] Mac Vickery - "Bell Bottom Jeans" [0:47:26] Jim Nesbitt - "The Friendly Undertaker" [0:49:27] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:52:33] Russ Pyburn - "Meet Me At Folsom" [0:54:35] Van Trevor - "He's Losing His Mind" [0:56:17] https://freeform.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/153488

Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "Over The Rolling Sea" [0:00:00] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "He Is Both God & Man" [0:06:15] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "The Family Circle" [0:07:50] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "United We Stand" [0:11:28] Ernest Tubb - "Jimmie Rodger's Last Blue Yodel (The Women Make A Fool Out Of Me)" [0:14:32] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "Higher Power" [0:17:21] Sons of the Pioneers with Larry Russell's Orchestra and Chorus - "Baby, I Ain't Gonna Cry No More" [0:18:11] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:21:13] Billy Woods - "Delaware Valley, U.S.A." [0:24:57] Doye O'Dell - "Goin' To Do Some Walkin'" [0:27:11] Paul Ott - "Kitty Kat" [0:30:25] Billy Parks - "Why Do I Keep On Crying" [0:32:43] Carl Phillips - "Salty Dog Blues" [0:35:29] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:36:53] Haydon Thompson - "Girl From Arkansas" [0:39:50] Tracey Pendarvis & The Blue Notes - "One of These Days" [0:42:27] Joan Proctor - "Just My Pride" [0:44:41] Mac Vickery - "Bell Bottom Jeans" [0:47:26] Jim Nesbitt - "The Friendly Undertaker" [0:49:27] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:52:33] Russ Pyburn - "Meet Me At Folsom" [0:54:35] Van Trevor - "He's Losing His Mind" [0:56:17] https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/153488

Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "Over The Rolling Sea" [0:00:00] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "He Is Both God & Man" [0:06:15] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "The Family Circle" [0:07:50] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "United We Stand" [0:11:28] Ernest Tubb - "Jimmie Rodger's Last Blue Yodel (The Women Make A Fool Out Of Me)" [0:14:32] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "Higher Power" [0:17:21] Sons of the Pioneers with Larry Russell's Orchestra and Chorus - "Baby, I Ain't Gonna Cry No More" [0:18:11] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:21:13] Billy Woods - "Delaware Valley, U.S.A." [0:24:57] Doye O'Dell - "Goin' To Do Some Walkin'" [0:27:11] Paul Ott - "Kitty Kat" [0:30:25] Billy Parks - "Why Do I Keep On Crying" [0:32:43] Carl Phillips - "Salty Dog Blues" [0:35:29] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:36:53] Haydon Thompson - "Girl From Arkansas" [0:39:50] Tracey Pendarvis & The Blue Notes - "One of These Days" [0:42:27] Joan Proctor - "Just My Pride" [0:44:41] Mac Vickery - "Bell Bottom Jeans" [0:47:26] Jim Nesbitt - "The Friendly Undertaker" [0:49:27] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:52:33] Russ Pyburn - "Meet Me At Folsom" [0:54:35] Van Trevor - "He's Losing His Mind" [0:56:17] https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/153488

Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "Over The Rolling Sea" [0:00:00] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "He Is Both God & Man" [0:06:15] Wayne Raney & The Raney Family - "The Family Circle" [0:07:50] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "United We Stand" [0:11:28] Ernest Tubb - "Jimmie Rodger's Last Blue Yodel (The Women Make A Fool Out Of Me)" [0:14:32] The Taylor Bros. (Marvin & Minnis) with J. Porter; C. Tidwell; & J. Pruitt - "Higher Power" [0:17:21] Sons of the Pioneers with Larry Russell's Orchestra and Chorus - "Baby, I Ain't Gonna Cry No More" [0:18:11] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:21:13] Billy Woods - "Delaware Valley, U.S.A." [0:24:57] Doye O'Dell - "Goin' To Do Some Walkin'" [0:27:11] Paul Ott - "Kitty Kat" [0:30:25] Billy Parks - "Why Do I Keep On Crying" [0:32:43] Carl Phillips - "Salty Dog Blues" [0:35:29] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:36:53] Haydon Thompson - "Girl From Arkansas" [0:39:50] Tracey Pendarvis & The Blue Notes - "One of These Days" [0:42:27] Joan Proctor - "Just My Pride" [0:44:41] Mac Vickery - "Bell Bottom Jeans" [0:47:26] Jim Nesbitt - "The Friendly Undertaker" [0:49:27] Music behind DJ: Roland Stone - "Lost Love" [0:52:33] Russ Pyburn - "Meet Me At Folsom" [0:54:35] Van Trevor - "He's Losing His Mind" [0:56:17] https://freeform.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/153488

Hosted by Steve Nerlich. Looking askance… Dear Cheap Astronomy – have we got any spacecraft on the other side of the Sun? Well, yes and no. Nearly all our spacecraft orbit the Sun – since they are either orbiting Earth or another planet or are touring the asteroid belt – and hence they've all been around the back of the Sun at one time another. The only spacecraft we don't have orbiting the Sun are the ones on their way out of the Solar System – the Pioneers, the Voyagers and New Horizons, which have sufficient escape velocities to leave solar orbit.   Dear Cheap Astronomy – Hubble crisis So there's a crisis in cosmology apparently. Although, in most respects it's just business as usual really. There aren't many scientists who are overwhelmed by existential angst when they suddenly realize they don't know everything. The crisis first started being talked around 2014 as it became apparent there consistent discrepancies in measurements of the Hubble constant, which is a measurement of how fast the Universe is expanding.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

The history of the Brazilian gymnastics program, from its humble beginnings in the 1970s to Olympic glory in 2024 This week's episode is a commission from our Olympic Fantasy Gymnastics winner, Liam, who wants us to discuss the history of Brazilian gymnastics. From trailblazers like Daiane dos Santos and Daniele Hypolito who put Brazilian gymnastics on the map, to the current stars, Flavia Saraiva and Rebeca Andrade. GymCastic LIVE in CHICAGO: Tickets on sale now Get Tickets Setting the Scene How the Brazilian teams of recent years embody the energy of badass, confident adult women who do gymnastics as a team sport Why we think Marta Karolyi would probably hate the 2024 Brazilian Olympic team (in the most complimentary way possible) The early days of Brazilian Gymnastics When did Brazil send its first team to Worlds? Why we need a Brazilian gymnastics shrine dedicated to Claudia Costa How did the program start gaining momentum during the 1980s? The tumultuous 1990s: from finishing dead last at 1991 Worlds, to defeating the United States at the 1997 Pan Am Championships, what was going on in these years? The Pioneers of Career Longevity Nearly every Brazilian gymnast who has ever won a World or Olympic medal has continued with the sport past age 25. What does this tell us about the program's emphasis on career longevity? What do Jade Barbosa and Oksana Chusovitina have in common? Hint: it's more than just being a great vaulter The First Stars of Brazilian Gymnastics Daniele Hypolito wins Brazil's first-ever World medal at 2001 Worlds and finishes fourth all-around How the success of 2003 Worlds put Brazil on the gymnastics map thanks to greats like Daiane dos Santos and Lais Souza Innovative skills throughout the years from Dos Santos's piked double-arabian to Oliveira's double-arabian pike half-out The Birth of a Powerhouse Brazil starts bringing foreign coaches in: Oleg Ostapenko, Iryna Illyashenko, how did this contribute to Brazil's rise? Jade Barbosa's incredible senior debut at 2007 Worlds, winning Brazil's first-ever all-around medal In 2008, the powerhouse team of Jade Barbosa, Ana Cláudia Silva, Ethiene Franco, Laís Souza, Daniele Hypólito, and Daiane dos Santos helped Brazil qualify to the Olympic team finals for the first time EVERRR Controversies and DRAAMMAA Did you know Daiane dos Santos had a 5-month ban in 2009-2010 for diuretic usage following a surgery? Jade Barbosa was taken out of the London Olympics because of a *checks notes* apparel sponsorship conundrum? Gymnastics sabotage??!! That time someone cut the power at Brazilian Nationals Struggling Towards the Rio Olympics Era (2012-2015) Things were looking rough heading into the Rio quad No World or Olympic all-around finalists in 2012, 2013, 2014 Brazil did not automatically qualify a team to the Rio Olympics The emergence of Rebeca Andrade, Flavia Saraiva, and Lorrane Oliveira and how their success reshaped the program The Rio Olympic Games (2016) What were the expectations for this team heading into a home Olympic Games? Could Brazil have medalled as a team here? What were the standout performances? Event finals? The Perseverance Era (2017-2020) Rebeca Andrade has not one, but two more ACL tears (2017, 2019) No World or Olympic medals between Barbosa's 2010 vault and Andrade's 2021 Tokyo performance The Age of Brazil (2021-present) Rebeca Andrade's amazing comeback performance at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, taking all-around silver and vault gold 2021 Kitakyushu Worlds: Rebeca's strategy to protect her body and play the long game Andrade wins her first World vault title 2022 Liverpool Worlds: Andrade takes home vault gold, floor bronze, and a fourth-place team placement 2023 Antwerp Worlds: The Brazilian team takes home SIX medals Team silver, Andrade all-around silver, vault gold, beam bronze, floor silver and bronze The Paris Olympic Games Brazil's historic team final performance, Andrade's floor gold, all-around silver, and vault silver What Are the Next Steps for Brazil? Building depth Remember the cautionary tales of the Romanian and Australian programs: don't be too reliant upon veterans to come and save the day; you need to invest in the next generation! Should Brazil's 2025 Pan American Championships performance worry us? Do we think there will be a "Rebeca Andrade effect" in Brazil and inspire more young kids to try gymnastics? Thanks to our sponsor, Huel. Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code GymCastic at https://huel.com/GymCastic  (Minimum $75 purchase) BONUS CONTENT  Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes Q&A show. Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and get access to all of our exclusive extended interviews, early bird discounts on live shows, two extra podcasts: Behind The Scenes and College & Cocktails. 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This episode is a little different from what we usually cover on New Frontiers, but it's one I couldn't wait to bring to you. I've been thinking a lot about how we—as clinicians—are supposed to keep up in this era of high-throughput technology. We're swimming in data: labs, multi-omics, diet logs… and an ever-growing stream from wearables. There's just so much coming at us, and too often, we're awash in a sea of information without adequate interpretive power. That's why this conversation with Dr. Rana el Kaliouby felt so important. She's not just an AI scientist—she's a visionary and a total badass. She's building technology that doesn't just process data, but actually helps us become better clinicians and better humans. We get into the ethics, the potential, the parenting implications—and yes, a personal story about a tragedy in my own hometown that made this all hit very close to home. This one's powerful, and I hope it sparks the same questions and inspiration for you as it did for me. ~DrKF TRIGGER WARNING This episode touches on sensitive topics, including gun violence and suicide, in the context of empathy, mental health, and technology. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help. We share this with care and hope it offers support and perspective. Check out the show notes at https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/ for the full list of links and resources. GUEST DETAILS Dr. Rana el Kaliouby: http://www.ranaelkaliouby.com Managing Partner, Blue Tulip Ventures: http://www.bluetulip.vc Host, Pioneers of AI Podcast: https://www.pioneersof.ai/ Author of Girl Decoded Dr. Rana el Kaliouby is an Egyptian-American AI scientist, entrepreneur and investor. She is co-founder and Managing Partner of Blue Tulip Ventures, where she invests in startups building Human-Centric AI, and host of the Pioneers of AI podcast. Prior to that, Rana founded her company Affectiva out of MIT, where she pioneered the field of Emotion AI, and successfully exited the company in 2021. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge and a Post Doctorate from MIT. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS DIAMOND Biotics Research: https://www.bioticsresearch.com/ DUTCH: https://dutchtest.com/for-providers GOLD Vibrant Wellness: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/ TimeLine Nutrition: https://tinyurl.com/bdzx2xms EXCLUSIVE OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code DRKARA at http://oneskin.co/DRKARA Find out why MitoQ's mitochondria-targeting is a critical step for your healthspan and longevity strategy. https://www.mitoq.com/drkara CONNECT with DrKF Want more? Join our newsletter here: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/newsletter/ Or take our pop quiz and test your BioAge! https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/bioagequiz YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/hjpc8daz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaraFitzgerald/ DrKF Clinic: Patient consults with DrKF physicians including Younger You Concierge: https://tinyurl.com/yx4fjhkb Younger You Group Program: https://tinyurl.com/4hvusavw Younger You book: https://tinyurl.com/mr4d9tym Better Broths and Healing Tonics book: https://tinyurl.com/3644mrfw

  What if everything you learned about health and medical school is missing the real secrets to thriving, energetic living? In this premiere episode of the 2025 season of Health Hacks, Mark L. White pulls back the curtain on cutting-edge approaches that most doctors still aren't teaching—straight from one of Miami's leaders in regenerative and functional medicine, Dr. Kendrick Heywood. Episode Summary: Join host Mark L. White and guest Dr. Kendrick Heywood for a deep dive into the essential “five pillars” of health—covering everything from individualized nutrition, gene-driven exercise, optimal supplementation, hormone optimization, and breakthrough biohacks. Dr. Heywood reveals how he transitioned from traditional internal medicine to the forefront of anti-aging therapies, why most med schools still neglect these advancements, and how everyday patients (not just athletes!) can radically transform their health outcomes. Key Highlights: Myth-Busting Medicine: Discover why Dr. Heywood says 0% of what he uses today to optimize patient health was taught in med school. Personalized Diet & Exercise: Learn why the best approach for you isn't a fad diet—but a regimen designed for your unique genetic makeup. Hormone Optimization Demystified: Get the real story on hormone therapies, peptides, and why targeting the “top end” of health can change everything. Next-Level Biohacks: From red light therapy and hypberbaric chambers to exosomes and shockwave treatment—find out which futuristic tools Dr. Heywood recommends and why. Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Hear the incredible story of how Dr. Heywood saved NBA legend Dennis Rodman, and what it means to go above and beyond for patient care. Putting It Into Action—Listener Takeaways: Assess Your Pillars: Start by evaluating your own five pillars—are you optimizing each, or stuck in old routines? Get Personalized: Consider genetic testing to unlock your best diet and fitness plan, rather than chasing one-size-fits-all trends. Explore Biohacks Safely: Research and, if possible, consult with experts about the safest, most effective regenerative therapies (like red light therapy or IV vitamin drips). Ask About Hormones & Peptides: If you keep hitting fitness or wellness plateaus, consult a forward-thinking practitioner about hormone and peptide therapies tailored to your needs (not just based on “normal” ranges). Connect for Expert Guidance: Follow Dr. Heywood on Instagram (@drkenhaywood) for daily educational tips and updates on the latest in health optimization. Ready to take your health (and possibly your career) to the next level with strategies most doctors don't even know exist? Tune in—your path to a more thriving, energetic you starts here. Don't forget to subscribe to Health Hacks and visit omniwave.com for exclusive offers and more ways to take control of your health journey! Timestamped Overview 00:00 Anti-Aging Revolution in Miami 04:21 FDA Removes Testosterone Warning 08:53 Gene-Based Exercise Goals 12:24 Personalized Patient Care Evolution 15:27 Exploring Effective Biohacking Techniques 19:08 Becoming My Own Influencer 20:29 Hormones Aren't A Weight Loss Cure 24:22 Pioneers of Exosome Innovation 28:06 Elevating Influence and Global Outreach 29:49 "Health Hacks Podcast Promo"  

Most people say that humans are the foundation of the Star Wars universe, though what if I told you there is another race whose brave explorers laid the groundwork for hyperspace travel? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CanMayo Discord: https://discord.gg/9kwbKxeBjE Hannah's Blog: https://www.tumblr.com/selenescantina

Bluegrass for me begins with the first recordings Bill Monroe made with Earl Scruggs. We'll hear that initial tune and some additional music from Bill and the Bluegrass Boys, some classics from Flatt & Scruggs and the Foggy Mountain Boys, and The Stanley Brothers. We'll have a set of brother duets and some great instrumental tunes from Kenny Baker, Chubby Wise and other great players. Honoring bluegrass pioneers … this week on The Sing Out! Radio Magazine.Pete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian FolkwaysRon Stewart / “Stewart's Dream” / Time Stands Still / RounderBill Monroe & his Blue Grass Boys / “Heavy Traffic Ahead” / The Essential Bill Monroe & his Bluegrass Boys / ColumbiaBill Monroe / “Footprints in the Snow” / In The Pines / CountyBill Monroe & his Bluegrass Boys / “Blue Moon of Kentucky” / Grand Old Opry Live Classics / Cracker Barrel-Opry ClassicsJunie Scruggs / “Sally Goodin-Sally Ann / American Banjo Scruggs and Three Finger Style / Smithsonian FolkwaysLester Flatt & Earl Scruggs & the Foggy Mountain Boys / “Pike County Breakdown” / Best of Bluegrass Vol 1 / MercuryFlatt & Scruggs / “Til the End of the World Rolls Round” / The Essential Flatt & Scruggs / ColumbiaFlatt & Scruggs / “You Are My Flower” / Recorded Live a Vanderbilt University / ColumbiaThe Stanley Brothers / “Little Maggie” / Earliest Recordings-Rich-R-Tone / RevenantThe Stanley Brothers / “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow” / The Stanley Brothers 1949-52 / Bear FamilyRon Stewart / “Whistling Rufus” / Time Stands Still / RounderThe Blue Sky Boys / “Sunny Side of Life” / There'll Come a Time / BSRJim & Jesse / “Are You Missing Me” / 1952-55 / Bear FamilyThe Lilly Brothers & Don Stover / “Little Annie” / Bluegrass at the Roots / Smithsonian FolkwaysThe Goins Brothers / “I'm Getting Ready to Go” / Run Satan, Run / Hay HollerHazel Dickens & Alice Gerrard / “Tiny Broken Heart” / Won't You Come and Sing for Me / Smithsonian FolkwaysKenny Baker / “Brandywine” / Master Fiddler / CountyDon Reno & Red Smiley / “Dixie Breakdown” / On The Air / Copper CreekChubby Wise / “Stone's Rag” / An American Original / PinecastlePete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian Folkways

The 60-minute reggae mixtape show curated by Dubmatix showcases the finest Sticky Icky Reggae tunes from around the globe — spanning dub to dancehall, rocksteady to roots, and every rhythm in between. PLAYLIST Pat Kelly Angel Of The Morning The Reggae Boys Mama Look Deh Peter Tosh Them a Fe Get a Beaten The Soul Sisters Wreck a Buddy Lloyd Charmers,The Uniques My Rhya Soul Agent and the Soul Defenders Popcorn Reggae Dave Barker Do Your Thing Dandy,The Superboys (People Get Ready) Let's do Rocksteady The Pioneers Caranapo The Kingstonians Lion's Den Clancy Eccles Ganja Free Bruce Ruffin The Bitterness of Life Lee Scratch Perry,The Upsetters What a Botheration The Uniques A Yuh (Hey You) Max Romeo Public Enemy No. 1 Junior Byles A Place Called Africa Big Youth Foreman vs. Frazier The Dynamites Phantom (Live It Up) Prince Buster Finger Ken Boothe I Wish It Could Be Peaceful Again For more themed mixes, visit https://bassculture.substack.com/

This episode is called "Living in the West." You'll hear much great music by Trinity Seely, Dave Stamey, Tris Munsick, Sarah Pierce, Doug Figgs, Hot Texas Swing Band, Andy Hedges & Bridget Reedy,Western Swing Authority, Tallgrass Express String Band, Ramblin' Rangers, Suzy Boguss, Hilary Gardner, Sons of the Pioneers.  (Unfortunately, the first minutes of the show were not broadcast, so there is a period  without sound).

In this article, R. K. Sawyer writes about how sporting clays took root in America—from early 20th-century target games to the first U.S. National Sporting Clays Championship in 1985.Paradigm Sporting Dog offers veterinarian-designed field and truck first aid keeps to keep you and your dog prepared for the unknown. Check out paradigmsportingdog.com.Read more at projectupland.com.

Recorded June 14, 2025 - 901383ZeusPay Link for the bookAmazon Link for the book Orange Pilled Pioneers | Bugle Weekly Episode 63If you like the show and want to support us, you can stream sats by listening with any podcasting 2.0 app.Follow Rock Paper Bitcoin on Nostr & XFollow Business Cat on Nostr & XFollow Fundamentals on Nostr & XJoin our Telegram group and feel your way forward.Thanks John, for you help with our website!Thanks for listening, dear listener

Send J. Harvey a text! (Try to be nice, but I get it, everyone's a little cranky sometimes...)Happy Pride. If you don't know about Harvey Milk, now you will. Oh, and your host gets kinda angry, a little sappy and pathetic but pretty real. Stick around for when he defends the trans community by denigrating Harry Potter. I love June. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showSubscribe to Wicked Gay on Patreon (Patreon.com/wickedgay ) for extra episodes and bonus content!You can find Wicked Gay on Facebook, Twitter/X, Bkuesky, Instagram, and TikTok under “Wickedgaypod.” (Wicked Gay is probably leaving X/Twitter soon for obvious reasons.)

This weeks show starts off with classics from Culture, Errol Alphonso & King Tubby, Patrick Andy, Bob Marley & The Wailers, Dennis Brown, Black Uhuru & Ranking Joe, Hortense Ellis, Barry Brown, Burning Spear, Junior Murvin, Garnet Silk, Johnny Osbourne, Nitty Gritty, and Sugar Minott. New music this week comes from Clinton Fearon, The Cimarons, Niney The Observer, Keith & Tex, B. Davis, Glen Washington, Abijah, Young Garvey, SunDub, The Meditations, Khago, Pachyman, Roots Architects, Kabaka Pyramid, Yeza & Rory Stonelove, Inna Vision, and Kingston Express featuring Cheshire Cat. Also this week we celebrate Father's Day with selections from Wareika Hill, The Pioneers, Ky-Mani Marley, Ginjah, Luciano, Queen Omega, and Mellow Mood.  Enjoy!  Culture - This Train - Africa Stand Alone - VP Records Errol Alphonso & King Tubby - Chant Jah VictoryJah Victory Dub - Yabby You: Jesus Dread 1972-1977 - Blood & Fire Clinton Fearon - Can't Stop Us - Jah Is Love - Baco Music/Boogie Brown Productions Wareika Hill - Father's Day - Wareika Hill - Jump Up Records Patrick Andy - Youths Of Today/Youths Of Today Version - Vivian Jackson Presents: Living In Mount Zion - Pressure Sounds Inner Circle & The Fatman Riddim Section - Down Rhodesia - Heavyweight Dub/Killer Dub - Blood & Fire Ky-Mani Marley - Dear Dad - The Journey - Shang Muzik Bob Marley & The Wailers - Crazy Baldhead (Unreleased Alternative Album Mix) - Rastaman Vibration - Tuff Gong Dennis Brown - Want To Be No General - The Promised Land - Blood & Fire Black Uhuru w/ Ranking Joe & Sly & Robbie - Rent Man/Rent Man Style/Rent Man Dubwise - Ranking Joe Universal 12” Pioneers - Papa Was A Rollin' Stone - Trojan Soulful Reggae Box Set - Trojan Records Still Cool - Angel Of Love - Still Cool - Uprising/DKR Hortense Ellis - Woman Of The Ghetto - Demon Records 7” Mikey General - Only Jah Know - Poor Man's Friend Records Barry Brown & Dean Fraser - Ital Rock/Ital Rock (special dubplate cut) - Jah Fingers Burning Spear - Travelling/Walking - Spear Burning: Burning Spear Productions - Pressure Sounds Ginjah - I Love Papa - The Message Album - Black Metro Music Junior Murvin w/ Welton Irie & Prince Weedy - Cool Out Son/Nice Up The Party - Joe Gibbs 12” Reggae Discomix Showcase Vol. 1 - VP Records Garnet Silk - Bless Me - Garnet Silk Meets Conquering Lion: A Dubplate Selection - Earthman Music Garnet Silk - Splashing Dashing - Reggae Anthology: Music Is The Rod - VP Records Johnny Osbourne - Chopper - Darace Nitty Gritty - Hog In A Minty - King Jammy: Selectors Choice Vol. 1 - VP Records Sugar Minott - Time Longer Than Rope - Time Longer Than Rope - Greensleeves Luciano - Good Papa - Great Controversy - Jet Star Cimarons - Oh Jah - Harder Than The Rock - Evidence Music Niney The Observer - Judas - Niney The Observer - Observer Music Keith Poppin - Speak Out - Speak Out - Keith Smith Clinton Fearon - It Go So - Jah Is Love - Baco Music/Boogie Brown Productions Keith & Tex - Give Me One Reason - Gun Life - Liquidator Music B. Davis & The HiFi Rockers feat. Jim The Boss - Jah Lead Me/Jah Dub Me - Midnight Version - HiFi Rockers Queen Omega - Big Up Papa - Dis Ya Time Riddim - Special Delivery Music Glen Washington - Evil Alters - Leroy Sibbles Presents: Vibes Man Riddim - Tad's Records Abijah - Warrior Mode - Leroy Sibbles Presents: Vibes Man Riddim - Tad's Records Young Garvey - Cool Natty - Leroy Sibbles Presents: Vibes Man Riddim - Tad's Records SunDub - Love & Humanity - Brooklyn Riddim - Easy Star Records The Meditations - Things You Do - Brooklyn Riddim - Easy Star Records Joe Yorke & The Co-Operators - All Night Skanking - Waggle Dance Records Naoki HiFi - All Night Skanking Dub -Naoki HiFi Khago - 2Times - 2Time Riddim - Long Chain Global MIkey Spice - I Am I Said - Reggae Virus First Dose - Tad's Records Khalia - Flowers - Silly Walks Discotheque Khalia & Silly Walks Discotheque - Flowers (Greg Morris III Dub Mix) - King Size Dub Hamberg - Echo Beach Dr. Dubenstein - Flabba's Ipad - Conspiracy Theory - Big D Records Jubba White - Balance - My Random Thoughts - White Stone Productions Pachyman - Berlin - Another Place - ATO Records Scientist Meets Blanc du Blanc - Treading Eternal Resonance - Before The Beginning - Soul Selects Records Barry Boom - The Wicked Shall Fall/Crack Of The Whip Dub (Original 80's Mix) - Fashion Records Wailing Souls & Roots Radics - Busnah/Busnah Dubwise - Iration Steppas: Dubs From The Foundation - Greensleeves Roots Architects, Roberto Sanchez feat. Vin Gordon & Glen DaCosta - In The Shadow Dub - From Dub Til Now - Fruits Records Horace Andy - Rock To Sleep - Midnight Rocker - On U Sound Horace Andy - Sleepy's Night Cap - Midnight Scorchers - On U Sound Wayne Jarrett w/ Roots Radics & Scientist - Love In A Mi Heart/Dangerous Match Nine - Junjo Presents: Wins The World Cup - Greensleeves Noel Ellis - Dance With Me - Noel Ellis - Light In The Attic Records Mellow Mood - Daddy - Large - La Tempesta Dub Kabaka Pyramid - Jamaica - Pon Di Island Riddim - Bebble Rock Music Yaksta - Pon Di Island - Pon Di Island Riddim - Bebble Rock Music Yeza & RoryStonelove - Road Runner - Black Dub Music Sister Nancy - Bam Bam - One Two - Techniques Admiral Tibet - Serious Time - Prince Jammy Presents Vol. 4 - Live & Love Admiral Tibet w/ Shabba Ranks & Ninjaman - Serious Time - Digital B Inna Vision feat. Mellow Mood - Faith and Deeds - Faith And Deeds - Reggae Lives Kingston Express & Cheshire Cat - Just Pass - Unfinished Business - Kingston Express Records

This episode is adapted from a section of my new upcoming book, Broadway Nation — How Immigrant, Jewish, Queer, and Black Artists Invented the Broadway Musical, which will be released on July 24 (and can be preordered now everywhere books are sold.) In 1919, two gifted young Queer theater artists — Hassard Short and John Murray Anderson —both made their Broadway directing debuts and quickly established themselves as significant forces in the development of the Broadway musical. Even though their names and their work are seldom remembered or acknowledged today, In my view they are, without a doubt, two of the principal inventors of the singular art and craft of Broadway musical staging. Working as competitive colleagues and rivals, they were among the very first to discover and reveal the tremendous impact that dynamic musical staging can provide to a Broadway musical and among the very first to demonstrate how staging and choreography can often be of equal importance to a show's book, music, and lyrics. Between them, John Murray Anderson and Hassard Short staged more than 70 Broadway musicals, and in the process forged a path that a long line of remarkable (and predominantly gay) directors and choreographers have followed right up to today, including this past week's Tony Award-nominees and Tony winners. Whether they know it or not, they all stand on the shoulders of these forgotten giants, Hassard Short and John Murray Anderson. Today, I am honored to share at least a small piece of their story. Become A PATRON of Broadway Nation! This episode is made possible in part through the generous support of our Patron Club Members. If you are a fan of Broadway Nation, I invite you to become a PATRON! For as little as $7.00 a month, you can receive exclusive access to never-before-heard, unedited versions of many of the discussions that I have with my guests — in fact, I often record nearly twice as much conversation as ends up in the edited versions. You will also have access to additional, in-depth conversations with my frequent co-host, Albert Evans, that have not been featured on the podcast. And all patrons receive special “on-air” shout-outs and acknowledgement of your vital support of this podcast. And If you are very enthusiastic about Broadway Nation there are additional PATRON levels that come with even more benefits. If you would like to support the work of Broadway Nation and receive these exclusive member benefits, please just click on this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://broadwaynationpodcast.supercast.tech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you in advance for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From 'Spits & Suds' (subscribe here): Spits and Suds begins its potential Dallas Stars coaching candidate series with one of the most coveted coaches that has turned down multiple NHL offers. Will the Stars go back to the University of Denver for their next head coach? The man who replaced Jim Montgomery is high on everyone's list. The Voice of University of Denver Tyler Maun joins host Gavin Spittle to discuss David Carle, the longtime successful coach for the Pioneers and for Team USA World Juniors.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts.Caribbean American Heritage Month invites us to explore the rich tapestry of identities that shape our diaspora experience. In this episode, we uncover the fascinating yet often overlooked story of "The Merikins" – formerly enslaved Black people who joined British forces during the War of 1812 and later established thriving communities in southern Trinidad. After gaining their freedom through military service, these remarkable individuals received land grants from the British in 1815-1816. In Trinidad, they built productive agricultural settlements, but their contribution extends far beyond farming. They maintained powerful cultural and religious traditions that are still recognized today. Discover more about this remarkable chapter in Caribbean history with us. And while you celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month, don't forget to check out our first-ever merch drop, curated playlist, and reading list on our website!Support the showConnect with Strictly Facts - Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website Looking to read more about the topics covered in this episode? Subscribe to the newsletter at www.strictlyfactspod.com to get the Strictly Facts Syllabus to your email!Want to Support Strictly Facts? Rate & Leave a Review on your favorite platform Share this episode with someone or online and tag us Send us a DM or voice note to have your thoughts featured on an upcoming episode Donate to help us continue empowering listeners with Caribbean history and education Produced by Breadfruit Media

A homegrown hockey hero on the show today. Goaltender Steve Janaszak played his high school hockey for the Pioneers of Hill Murray. Recruited by the legendary Herb Brooks, it was on to Minnesota for 4 amazing years before making the 1980 Olympic Team and being a part of the Miracle on Ice at Lake Placid.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & 10k Construction (10kconstruction.com)

Last time we spoke about the Liberation of Mindanao. In the spring of 1945, as the battle for Okinawa intensified, American forces relentlessly confronted entrenched Japanese troops. General Buckner's 10th Army faced fierce resistance amidst harsh weather and dwindling supplies. Despite these challenges, they captured the strategic Shuri Castle, marking a critical turning point as Japanese troops retreated. Simultaneously, the liberation of Mindanao was underway. American troops, under General Eichelberger, rapidly advanced, overcoming fortified Japanese defenses in mountainous terrain. With the 24th Division securing key locations like Digos and Davao, the 31st Division pushed northward against General Morozumi's forces. Despite stubborn resistance, American forces displayed tenacity and courage, leading to significant victories. By May 20, the Americans approached Malaybalay, where remnants of the 30th Field Artillery Regiment held their ground. As Japanese troops attempted to regroup, they faced relentless assaults from the advancing American divisions. Throughout the campaign, the Americans endured heavy casualties, but their determination led to more than 10,000 Japanese losses. This episode is the North Borneo Offensive 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.  As we continue our story, by June 9, General Buckner's forces had pushed through to the enemy's main defensive line on the Kiyamu Peninsula. It was there that General Ushijima was preparing to make his final stand. Meanwhile, General Shepherd's 6th Marine Division landed on the Oroku Peninsula, determined to dismantle a stubborn pocket held by Admiral Ota's naval units. On June 10, the pace of the assault quickened dramatically. Colonel Shapley's 4th Marines broke through enemy defenses, capturing the strategic Hills 58 and 55(2). At the same time, Colonel Roberts' 22nd Marines secured Hills 28 and 55(1). Although Colonel Whaling's 29th Marines made only limited progress, they effectively identified the last significant pocket of resistance in the high ground west of Oroku village. Looking south, General Del Valle's 1st Marine Division also reignited its offensive. Colonel Snedeker's 7th Marines successfully advanced into Itoman and Tera, while Colonel Mason's 1st Marines, supported by tanks, cleared the southern slopes of the key ridge between Tera and Yuza, capturing Yuza Hill in the process. To the east, General Bradley's 96th Division launched a renewed attack, bolstered by artillery and tank support. Colonel May's 383rd Regiment advanced approximately 700 yards toward the town of Yuza. Meanwhile, Colonel Halloran's 381st Regiment pushed into Yunagusuku and Tomui. However, they faced fierce resistance, quickly encountering heavy machine-gun fire originating from the heights of Yaeju Dake, which halted their advance. Meanwhile, General Arnold's 7th Division continued its relentless push toward Nakaza, employing the full might of their tanks and artillery. Colonel Finn's 32nd Regiment steadily advanced onto the eastern slopes of Hill 95, pressing toward Hanagusuku. At the same time, Colonel Pachler's 17th Regiment fought to solidify its precarious position on the southeast end of Yaeju Dake. Back at sea, a kamikaze attack tragically sank the destroyer William D. Porter. That same day, Admiral McCain's Task Force 38 unleashed a barrage of bombs and artillery on Minami Daito Island before retreating to Leyte-Samar after 89 consecutive days off the coast of Okinawa. This marked the conclusion of their role in Operation Iceberg. The following day, the sustained pressure from Arnold's offensive began to fracture General Suzuki's 44th Independent Mixed Brigade on both flanks.Seas of flame engulfed Hill 95 on 11 June as 1/32 slowly advanced toward the crest of the enemy position behind the jets of armored flame throwers. Flame fuel was pumped and sprayed from hoses over portions of the ridge inaccessible to tanks and then ignited. Infantrymen moved among the still hot and smoking rocks and drove back the surviving defenders. That night the battalion dug in just short of the Hill 95 peak. Although little forward progress was made by 2/32 or the 17th Infantry on 11 June, the enemy position was considerably weakened. Intensive fire from supporting weapons was concentrated against the slopes of Yaeju Dake, and strong patrols cleaned out enemy groups that held positions near the 7th Division front lines. The 32nd Regiment achieved a significant victory by capturing the peak of Hill 95, while the 17th Regiment struggled to make further headway To the west, advances in the 96th Division zone were minimal as Bradley's regiments focused on consolidating their newly-won positions amidst intense enemy fire. Simultaneously, at Yuza Hill, fierce counterattacks were thwarted, and Mason's 2nd Battalion accomplished the critical capture of Hill 69, just west of Ozato, despite heavy machine-gun fire coming from Yuza Dake. Further east, ahead of the 7th Marines, some 800 yards from the southern fringes of the two settlements, lay "the scene of the most frantic, bewildering, and costly close-in battle on the southern tip of Okinawa"Kunishi Ridge. This precipitous coral escarpment constituted the western-most anchor of the last heavily defended line on Okinawa. The ridge contained innumerable caves, emplacements, and tombs on both the forward and reverse slopes. The intervening area between this formidable fortress and the lines of the 7th Marines was a broad valley of grassy fields and rice paddies which offered no protection to advancing infantry. The supporting tanks were restricted to two approaches into the position: a road across the valley which cut through the center of the ridge and another along the coast line. Both of these routes were covered by anti-tank guns. Shortly after noon patrols from the 1st and 2nd Battalions moved out with armored support to probe the Japanese defenses. Intense frontal fire from Kunishi Ridge, enfilade fire from the enemy on Hill 69 opposing the attack of 2/1, and artillery concentrations directed at the tanks forced a withdrawal at 14:47. Because of the complete fire coverage of the open valley enjoyed by the Japanese, both from the heights and slopes of the ridge itself and from the Yuza Dake area, it was apparent that a daylight assault of the position would be a costly affair. Consequently, after Colonel Snedeker had made a personal reconnaissance of the objective from a light liaison plane, it was determined to attack at night. The commanding officers of the assault battalions were oriented on the general plan during the afternoon. The central road and a line of telephone poles was designated as the boundary between battalions upon which the assault units would guide. The scheme of maneuver contemplated a penetration of the ridge where the road passed through it, followed by an expansion of the initial foothold to the right and left flanks to secure the remainder of the objective in the regimental zone of action. Normal artillery would be placed alternately on Kunishi Ridge and Mezado Ridge (500-600 yards southwest of Kunishi) until H-Hour and thereafter on the latter. On June 11, General Shepherd launched a concerted attack. The 22nd Marines successfully secured the Tomigusuki area and Hill 53, while the 29th Marines faced stiff opposition, making only limited gains against the heavily fortified hills west of Oroku. Meanwhile, the 4th Marines worked to strengthen their line, completing the encirclement of Ota's naval forces. Nevertheless, the ramparts of the Oroku fortress were cracking, and Admiral Ota released his last dispatch to General Ushijima: “Enemy tank groups are now attacking our cave headquarters. The Naval Base Force is dying gloriously at this moment… We are grateful for your past kindnesses and pray for the success of the Army.” During the night, artillery units successfully targeted and either killed or dispersed a group of Japanese troops attempting to cross the Kokuba River. Meanwhile, 51 infiltrators were eliminated as they tried to breach the lines held by the 22nd Marines. The following day, the 4th and 29th Marines intensified their efforts to compress the enemy pocket west of Tomigusuki, breaking through to seize Easy Hill while the 22nd Marines consolidated their positions. The capture of this key terrain feature forced the enemy into the alluvial flats along the coast between Oroku and Hill 53. "In the late afternoon enemy troops began displaying flags of surrender. Language officers equipped with loud speaker systems were dispatched to the front line areas to assist in the surrender of those Japs who desired to. The attempt was partially successful, 86 enemy soldiers voluntarily laid down their arms." For several days General Buckner had been sending messages to the Japanese commander by radio broadcast and air drops pointing out the hopelessness of the enemy situation in an attempt to persuade General Ushijima to surrender. During the afternoon of 11 June, Tenth Army representatives were conducted to the 2d Battalion OP overlooking Itoman to await any enemy party that might desire to negotiate. At 1700 all fire was suspended in the 7th Marines' area pending the doubtful appearance of a white flag. About 15 Japanese wearing white headgear appeared in the 1/7 zone in front of Company A at 1740, but dispersed when hailed. Six of the enemy surrendered to Company C at 1802, but the situation returned to normal two minutes later when hostile mortar fire fell on the captors' position. Final orders for the resumption of the attack were issued by Colonel Snedeker about 2000 setting H-Hour at 0330, 12 June. Both 1/7 and 2/7 were to make the assault with one company each, and at 0225 Company C moved out to establish contact with Company F on the line of departure. The attack was launched on schedule at 0330 and at 0500 Companies B and G moved out in support of the assault companies. Concurrently, Company F reached the objective at a point 500 yards north of Mezado village, as Company C came up on its left to extend the line eastward. The enemy was completely surprised and several small groups were wiped out by Company C while they were engaged in preparing breakfast. At the same time, the 1st Battalion extended the line eastward toward Kunishi. However, the Japanese quickly regrouped, pinning down the attackers for the rest of the day, though the Marines managed to reinforce and consolidate their hard-won gains. By midnight the positions there could be considered reasonably secure. But as General del Valle put it, "The situation was one of those tactical oddities of this peculiar warfare. We were on the ridge. The Japs were in it, both on the forward and reverse slopes." Elsewhere, the 1st Marines focused on mopping up Hill 69, dispatching patrols south through Ozato and maintaining their defenses on Yazu Hill. To the east, another pre-dawn attack initiated by the 17th Regiment caught the defenders off guard.  Colonel Pachler had compelling reasons for favoring a night operation. The defenders held a significant advantage in observation, which had posed serious challenges when the 3rd Battalion of the 17th Infantry seized the southeast end of the escarpment. The coral wall of the escarpment was particularly high at this end, and the narrow routes leading to the high ground were easily controlled by Japanese fire. After days of holding positions at the base of the 170-foot cliff, the troops had grown familiar with the terrain and, as their commander, Major Maynard Weaver, noted, they were eager to reach the top and finally see something new. The night attack was primarily planned for the 1st Battalion, but Colonel Pachler decided to coordinate a move to expand the territory held by the 3rd Battalion as well. The final plan involved three assault companies: Company A would occupy a cluster of coral about a hundred yards beyond the edge of the escarpment, near the boundary between the 7th and 96th Divisions. Company B aimed for a similar objective located about 200 yards to the southeast, while Company L was assigned to capture a small hill situated between the 1st Battalion's targets and the positions held by the 3rd Battalion since June 11. Each company was given a separate route: Company A's path led straight up the cliff's face, Company B needed to head south to reach a break in the escarpment before turning right toward its goal, and Company L had an accessible objective near the edge of the escarpment. Movement was set to begin at 0400 on June 12. Since the attack relied on stealth, no artillery preparation was planned. However, two battalions of 105-mm artillery, one battery of 155-mm howitzers, and an 8-inch howitzer battalion were scheduled to deliver heavy harassing fire during the night. Additionally, 21 batteries registered their fire on the afternoon of June 11 and were ready to provide protective artillery support if needed once the objectives were reached. For added firepower, a section of heavy machine guns was assigned to each assault company. Colonel Pachler meticulously planned the attack, ensuring that every soldier involved understood the details of the operation. Reconnaissance patrols had scouted the trails leading to the high ground, and demolition teams had already prepared known cave positions at the cliff's face with satchel charges. Despite thorough preparations, there was a collective apprehension about potential confusion caused by the unknown conditions of darkness. This anxiety was amplified at 2000 on the night of June 11 when the 7th Division G-2 Section intercepted an enemy radio message indicating, "Prepare to support the attack at 2300." Soon after, another intercepted message stated, "If there are any volunteers for the suicide penetration, report them before the contact which is to be made one hour from now." Meanwhile, from dusk until almost 2300, the Japanese unleashed a heavy artillery barrage, leading front-line troops to anticipate a counterattack. That counterattack did come, aimed at the 1st Battalion of the 32nd Infantry, which had reached the summit of Hill 95 earlier that day, as well as against the 96th Division. However, there was no enemy activity observed in the 17th Infantry's sector. As night illumination and harassing fire ceased shortly before 0400, the attack proceeded according to plan. The companies moved out in single file. Remarkably, a heavy fog settled over southern Okinawa, creating the perfect conditions for concealment while allowing the troops to follow their paths without confusion. On the high ground, Company A encountered a few civilians wandering about, while the leading platoon of Company B unexpectedly came across three Japanese soldiers as they reached the shelf of the escarpment. The Americans chose to ignore them and continued silently on their way, with the enemy surprisingly not opening fire. By 0530, just minutes after dawn, Companies A and B were in position without firing a single shot. Company L also successfully reached its objective, and eager to capitalize on the fog and absence of enemy fire, its commander sent a support platoon to a small hill fifty yards beyond. This objective was secured quickly, but not without incident; two enemy soldiers were killed in the process. The platoon leader reported their progress but quickly called for mortar fire as about fifty Japanese troops approached in a column. The Americans opened fire with rifles and BARs, disrupting the formation and resulting in thirty-seven enemy soldiers killed, while the rest managed to escape. The men of the 1st Battalion celebrated the success of the night attack. Shortly after Company A took position, four enemy soldiers stumbled into view and were swiftly eliminated. A few moments later, another four followed suit, meeting the same fate. Company B remained undisturbed until around 0530 when Japanese soldiers attempted to emerge from several caves within the company's area. Although the cave entrances were heavily reinforced with concrete and couldn't be sealed with demolition charges, the Marines guarded the openings and shot at the Japanese as they appeared. Not long after daylight, Company C began clearing the caves at the base of the escarpment, eventually regrouping with the rest of the battalion on the high ground. By 0800, the situation had stabilized, and the 17th Infantry held strong positions on Yaeju Dake. During the night, the Japanese had withdrawn their front-line troops from Yaeju Dake to escape the punishing artillery fire, intending to reoccupy it before the anticipated 0700 attack. Fifteen hours after the 32nd Infantry fought their way to the top of Hill 95, the 17th Infantry had executed a masterful night attack to seize their portion of Yaeju Dake. Throughout the day, the 2nd Battalion of the 17th Infantry relieved Companies I and K, and with Company L attached and supported by medium and flame tanks, continued the offensive. The 1st Battalion maintained its position, firing at enemy soldiers who were slow to realize that their defensive terrain had been lost. Company B alone accounted for sixty-three Japanese soldiers killed throughout the day. Taking advantage of this breakthrough, the 381st Regiment advanced to occupy the slopes of Yaeju Dake, while the 383rd extended the division front and secured Yuza. As the situation unfolded, Japanese troops maintained control over Big Apple Peak, which towered about sixty feet above the surrounding plateau. However, by the evening of June 12, the 7th and 96th Divisions had succeeded in forcing the reconstituted 44th Independent Mixed Brigade from the southeastern end of the enemy's line. General Ushijima acted swiftly, given the limitations imposed by his damaged communication system and the chaos among his front-line units. With his artillery nearly silenced by enemy bombardments and his supplies dwindling faster than his manpower, Ushijima's only hope lay in sending more troops into the relentless shellfire and flames unleashed by American forces sweeping across the frontline. His urgent order read: “The enemy in the 44th IMB sector has finally penetrated our main line of resistance. The plan of the 44th IMB is to annihilate, with its main strength, the enemy penetrating the Yaeju-Dake sector. The Army will undertake to reoccupy and hold its Main Line of Resistance to the death. The 62nd Division will place two selected infantry battalions under the command of the CG, 44th IMB.” Unfortunately, the 64th Brigade, the part of the 62nd Division that had shifted from Shuri to reserve positions near Makabe, didn't receive this order until late on June 13, a full thirty hours after it became critical. This piecemeal commitment of reserve troops proved to be grossly inadequate. By June 13, the 44th Brigade was teetering on the brink of destruction. When reinforcements finally arrived, they found the remnants of the 44th Brigade overwhelmed and absorbed into the reinforcing battalions, with still not enough men to hold the line. In a last-ditch effort, the enemy committed the main strength of the 62nd Division, his final reserve, with a desperate plea for cooperation and orders to "reoccupy and secure the Main Line of Resistance." However, by the time the 62nd Division moved onto the line, they ran headlong into General Hodge's forces, who were advancing southward across the coral-studded plateau. The Americans pressed forward, shielded by the fire of machine guns and tanks, advancing over the bodies of Japanese defenders who had fought fiercely to hold their last stronghold "to the death." On June 13, General Arnold resumed his assault against the rapidly disintegrating 44th Independent Mixed Brigade. The 32nd Regiment successfully secured the Hill 95-Hanagusuku area, while the 17th Regiment expanded its control over the escarpment's summit. To the west, May's 3rd Battalion and Halloran's 2nd Battalion struggled to capture the top of the escarpment despite repeated attempts. However, they significantly diminished the defenders' strength with a relentless volume of covering fire. At the same time, May's 1st Battalion advanced through Yuza and swept southward to successfully secure Ozato. Meanwhile, General Del Valle prepared to commit the 1st Marines to the fight on Kunishi Ridge, as the isolated 7th Marines continued to be pinned down by heavy Japanese fire, relying on tanks for supplies and evacuation. Further north, the 29th Marines launched an attack southeast to eliminate the enemy pocket, while Shapley's 3rd Battalion moved swiftly toward the beach, progressively chasing the demoralized Japanese forces from the thick brush and marshy terrain along the waterfront. As they reached the sea wall, the assault turned into a rout. Some of the enemy threw down their arms and fled at the Marines' approach. Large numbers surrendered; but some fought back with hand grenades in desperate, individual last ditch stands, while many more used grenades to destroy themselves in despair. The sea wall was reached at noon, and the remainder of the day was spent running to earth small groups hiding in the cane fields and rice paddies. In the late afternoon General Shepherd notified General Geiger that all organized resistance on Oroku had ceased. In the early hours of June 14, Mason's 2nd Battalion advanced toward Kunishi Ridge, tenaciously fighting their way to positions east of the 7th Marines, which remained isolated. Simultaneously, Shepherd's reinforced Reconnaissance Company successfully landed on Senaga Island, completing the occupation of the Oroku Peninsula. Looking south once again, May's 1st Battalion completed the cleanup in Ozato but soon had to withdraw from its vulnerable position, while the rest of the 383rd Regiment pressed forward to the edge of the escarpment west of Yaeju Dake. To the east, despite heavy mortar and machine-gun fire, the 381st Regiment maintained constant pressure on the northern face of Yaeju Dake, finally reaching the top of the escarpment by nightfall. Their success allowed them to link up with the 7th Division, which dealt a crushing blow to the 13th Independent Battalion, advancing approximately 300 yards across the front. After a night of disorganized counterattacks and infiltration attempts, the 7th Division launched an assault toward Hills 115 and 153, advancing about 1,200 yards and reaching the outer slopes of the hill positions. To the west, the 381st Regiment and May's 3rd Battalion successfully secured the escarpment between Yuza and Yaeju Dake, although the remainder of the 383rd struggled to move forward due to heavy fire from Yuza Dake. On Kunishi Ridge, the pressure from the Japanese remained relentless, restricting the 7th Marines to only minor local gains. However, Mason's 2nd Battalion managed to inch its way along the ridge, successfully extending the line by about 200 yards to the east. Behind them, Colonel Griebel's 5th Marines began to relieve the weary 1st Marines, with Griebel's 2nd Battalion finally moving forward during the night to support Mason's isolated 2nd Battalion. On June 16, after an intense bombardment of artillery, mortars, and rockets, the 7th Marines finally broke through. Snedeker's 1st Battalion advanced along the northern slope of Kunishi Ridge, while the 2nd Battalion extended the line into the initial high ground of the Mezado hill mass. Concurrently, Griebel's 2nd Battalion advanced, making slow but steady progress until they secured a coral peak on the ridge that commanded their position. To the east, the 62nd Division, attempting to move from its reserve locations southwest of Makabe to support the faltering Japanese lines, faced devastating fire from artillery, ship guns, and aerial bombardments of rockets and napalm. Seizing the opportunity created by the relentless bombardment of enemy rear areas, Bradley launched his battalions through the Yuza Dake perimeter. Colonel Dill's 382nd Regiment pushed through the 383rd and advanced toward Ozato, aiming to gain control of the high ground southwest of Yuza, while May's 3rd Battalion successfully captured Yuza Dake. Additionally, the 381st Regiment gained approximately 600 yards along its front, reaching the saddle between Yuza Dake and Hill 153. Meanwhile, the 17th Regiment pressed onto the forward slopes of Hill 153, and the 32nd Regiment, driving down the coast, took Hill 115, effectively eliminating the 15th Independent Mixed Regiment. Back at sea, despite a significant depletion of Japanese air strength, a kamikaze attack succeeded in sinking the destroyer Twiggs.  But now, it's time to leave Okinawa and turn our attention to Borneo, where we continue covering the Australian offensive. As we last noted, by May 6, Brigadier Whitehead's 26th Australian Brigade had successfully landed on Tarakan, pushing the Japanese garrison into the island's rugged interior. By the evening of 6th May fairly copious information obtained from prisoners and Indonesians and from captured documents indicated that the enemy had about 390 naval troops in the Mount Api area, about 400 troops and civilians in the Fukukaku headquarters area (embracing Hills 105 and 102), 200 from Sesanip along Snags Track to Otway, 300 on Otway and in District VI, 300 in the Amal River area and 60 at Cape Juata. Having lost the airfield and the water-purifying plant and hospitals "the enemy at this time was displaying a decided disinclination to hold ground. In particular he was shunning any ground which could be subjected to heavy bombing, shelling, or attack by tanks; or against which large-scale attacks could be launched by our troops"; and he was directing his operations to delaying the attackers, particularly with mines, booby-traps, suicide raids, and isolated parties fighting to the death in tunnels and dugouts. The 4th Company of Tokoi Force (IJA) plus the 1st Company of the 2nd Naval Guard Force were on Hill 105, Margy and Janet; the 1st Company of Tokoi Force, and other troops were on Hill 102. In the north was a composite group. To secure the recently captured airfield from potential counterattacks, raids, or indirect fire, Brigadier Whitehead decided to deploy the 2/48th Battalion to gain the high ground north of the town, reaching up to Snags Track. The 2/4th Commando Squadron was tasked with advancing along Snags Track toward the Sesanip oilfields, while the 2/3rd Pioneers were assigned to sweep the high ground east of the town and move along John's Track to the mouth of the Ama River. Meanwhile, the Dutch company was to clear the unoccupied Cape Batu peninsula, a task that proved surprisingly straightforward. In the Mount Api area, however, the 2/23rd Battalion faced fierce resistance, particularly at Tiger and along Crazy Ridge, resulting in minimal progress until they were relieved by the 2/24th Battalion on May 9. Further to the right, the 2/48th Battalion seized Otway without opposition, and the commandos successfully cleared Snags Track up to Haigh's by May 8, though tanks could not advance any further. The pioneers, on the other hand, encountered heavy resistance along John's Track, which they couldn't overcome until May 9. That day, a long-distance patrol from the 2/24th Battalion also succeeded in driving the Japanese out of the Juata oilfields after a skirmish. On May 10, while the 2/48th and the commandos patrolled aggressively forward, the pioneers began their assault on the heavily defended Helen feature, which would successfully repel repeated Australian attacks for the next five days. Simultaneously, the 2/24th faced strong resistance in the Mount Api area but tenaciously pushed forward to Hill 105 on May 11, capturing Tiger the following night. They conducted patrols that probed about 1,000 yards southeast, cutting Snags Track at several points. On May 12, the 2/48th set out to cut King's Track and clear the heights from Sykes to Butch. The next morning, they successfully attacked and captured the knoll north of Snags Track. Meanwhile, following a highly effective air bombardment, the key Helen feature was found abandoned on May 15. This allowed the pioneers to clear John's Track and reach the coast at the mouth of the Amal River. Concurrently, the commandos secured the Agnes feature, followed by the 2/24th Battalion's capture of Elbow on May 16. The remaining positions on Hill 105 were then subjected to intensive bombing and bombardment, leading to an Australian assault on May 19. They finally captured the feature the following day. In the meantime, the 2/48th Battalion moved to Agnes to attack the Freda feature on May 14.  It was now evident that if the Freda hill was to be taken the attack must have heavier support. Therefore, on 22nd May, 12 Liberators and 12 Lightnings were sent out with bombs and napalm, but the cloud was so low that some of the heavy bombers did not find the objective. Then the artillery and mortars fired, and a two-company attack went in, the infantry moving very close behind the barrage. Gooden's company thrust from the east, and Captain Nicholas's advanced with one platoon pushing east along Snags Track towards Track Junction Knoll and another pressing north. The former platoon (Lieutenant Harvey), moving through very difficult country along a razor-back so narrow that only two men could be deployed on it, edged forward under heavy fire; after losing one killed and 4 wounded and finding the enemy becoming stronger Harvey manoeuvred out of this position. It was then found that a wounded man was not with them, so Harvey and three volunteers thrust back and engaged the enemy fiercely while the wounded man was carried out. During the day Gooden's company on the right had encountered two strongly-held knolls. Derrick's platoon succeeded in cutting the saddle between them and taking one knoll. Derrick's platoon and another launched “a most courageous attack up the steep slopes of Knoll 2 in the fading light. Here, in some of the heaviest and most bitter close-in fighting of the whole campaign these two platoons finally reached the top and secured the Knoll after inflicting heavy casualties on the enemy.... [Lance-Sergeant] Fennells time and again ... crawled ahead of the attacking troops, even to within five yards of the enemy, and gained vital information. On one occasion, when his section was forced to ground he had charged the Jap positions with his Owen gun blazing and had silenced the enemy post, killing the occupants. In a similar manner, Private W. R. How found the advance of the troops checked by a well-sited pill-box, raced forward with his Owen firing until within grenade range, and then, throwing grenades, moved in for the kill until he fell wounded. He had silenced the post and killed the machine-gunner, thus allowing the advance to continue.” At this stage 28 enemy dead had been counted; one Australian had been killed and 15 wounded.  Unfortunately, the Japanese counterattacked the following day, effectively recapturing the position. Following a devastating combination of air and artillery bombardment, the Australians managed to secure Freda and Track Junction Knoll on May 25. During this time, the 2/23rd Battalion remained in close contact with a resolute enemy at Janet and Margy but struggled to make significant progress. The 2/24th Battalion continued probing northward and captured the Droop feature on May 26. After another failed attack on May 29, a heavy air and artillery bombardment supported the 2/23rd as they finally captured Margy on May 31. Concurrently, the 2/24th successfully attacked and held the Poker Hills. On June 1, the 2/48th Battalion then attacked Hill 102, supported by aircraft and machine-gun fire. Lieutenant O'Rourke's platoon attacked, following an artillery barrage as closely as they could, and bringing with them three flame-throwers. They gained the forward slopes without being fired on and then saw five Japanese moving towards them, evidently to re-enter their positions after the bombing. These were fired on while the flame-throwers were brought into action. One operator sprayed the slope from side to side while another fired straight up it. “The result was devastating (said O'Rourke later). The hill was set completely ablaze to a depth of 50 yards, two of the five Japs were set on fire and the other three killed in their posts. The platoon was able to advance almost immediately through the flames, and with the help of the flame-throwers the feature was com-pletely captured within 15 minutes of the advance commencing. The flame which was fired up a slight rise hit the trees on the crest and also sprayed the reverse slope and had the effect of completely demoralising the enemy.“ While the Australians launched an unsuccessful assault on Wally, the 2/23rd Battalion was engaged in clearing out the remaining Japanese forces from Margy and its surrounding areas. On June 6, the Australians finally secured Wally, and the 2/24th Battalion also managed to capture Roger. In the early hours of June 10, the Japanese launched a counterattack toward Hill 105, but it was easily repelled. At the same time, the defenders began preparing for a withdrawal northeast into the island's interior, planning to split into independent groups to wage guerrilla warfare. Despite the looming withdrawal, Whitehead's battalions commenced attacks on Beech 2, Joyce, and Linda on June 11. However, progress was slow over the next three days, with the only notable achievement being the capture of Sandy on June 13. By nightfall that day, the Japanese finally began their withdrawal, leaving behind only rearguards to hold the crucial Essie Track. This allowed the Australians to capture the abandoned features of Linda, Joyce, Clarice, Hilda Paddy, Melon, and Aunty on June 14. The next day, the Australians took Nelly and Faith, but the Japanese rearguard on Essie Ridge managed to temporarily halt their pursuit. Eventually, however, Essie Ridge was overrun, and by June 16, Fukukaku was cleared. The 2/48th Battalion then pursued the Japanese as they fled eastward from Essie. On June 18, they caught a few but found that a large group had scattered into smaller parties. By June 19, patrols were radiating east, north, and west in pursuit, with Japanese forces standing firm at several points. Ultimately, the fall of Hill 90 on June 20 marked the end of organized resistance on Tarakan. Following this victory, Whitehead initiated a mop-up operation that would continue until the war's end. While the 26th Brigade was fighting to secure Tarakan, General Wootten's 9th Australian Division was preparing to launch the invasion of the Brunei Bay area of north Borneo, codenamed Operation Oboe VI. At the Manila conference in April General Morshead had learnt that OBOE I (Tarakan), OBOE VI (north Borneo) and OBOE II (Balikpapan) were to be carried out in that order. 34 LSTs would be allotted for OBOE VI but had to be released by 23 days after the landing. There were other fairly severe restrictions on the vessels available: the one boat battalion of the American Engineer Boat and Shore Regiment and the one amphibian tractor battalion allotted to OBOE VI had to be used for Balikpapan. Morshead and his staff arrived back at Morotai from Manila on April 21 and next day the Corps issued its staff study of the north Borneo operation, and the 9th Division's staff, which from April 4 to 17 had been planning an operation against Balikpapan, began preparing an outline plan for an attack on Brunei Bay instead. This was presented to Corps and approved on April 26; the final plan, which contained no major changes, was approved on May 16. Meanwhile a variety of problems had arisen at the Corps level and above. On May 1, 2200 troops and 1200 vehicles (including guns) of the 9th Division were still in the Cairns or Atherton areas awaiting shipment, and some of the stores and equipment were not scheduled to arrive at Morotai until May 25, two days after the proposed date of the landing. It also appeared that, on the day of the landing, the 24th Brigade would lack some unit stores and vehicles, and the 20th Brigade would possess only one battalion; there would be no field or anti-aircraft guns, a shortage of signal vehicles and equipment, no equipment for building wharves and bulk oil storage, and neither of the casualty clearing stations allotted would be present. Due to a series of issues at the Corps level and above, the invasion plan had been scaled down to a landing by a brigade on Labuan Island and just a battalion on Muara Island, with the operation further postponed to June 10. The strategy involved landing Brigadier Selwyn Porter's 24th Brigade on Victoria Harbor's Brown Beaches to capture the Labuan airfield and eliminate all hostile forces on the island. Simultaneously, Brigadier William Windeyer's 20th Brigade would put ashore the 2/15th Battalion on Muara Island's White Beach and the 2/17th Battalion on Brunei Bluff's Green Beach. These units were tasked with capturing Brooketon and securing the southern and western sides of Muara Island, setting the stage for an advance on Brunei Town. Upon capturing these objectives, the 9th Division was to occupy and defend the Brunei Bay-Beaufort area and take control of the Miri-Lutong-Seria regions. Once again, Admiral Barbey's Naval Attack Force, primarily comprising Admiral Royal's transports and Admiral Berkey's cruisers, was designated to facilitate the amphibious movement of troops to Brunei Bay. In preparation for the invasion, American and Australian air forces, under General Kenney's command, targeted airfields and other military installations, focusing particularly on destroying bridges on the railway to Jesselton to prevent the arrival of reinforcements to Labuan by rail. On June 4, Barbey's convoy finally departed Morotai, embarking on its 1,100-mile voyage to Brunei Bay. Air attacks intensified on June 5, successfully rendering the Papar River bridge unusable. Four days later, on June 9, the air campaign reached its peak: 54 Liberators and 24 Mitchells launched strikes against targets on Labuan, while 23 Liberators targeted the Brooketon area. In the meantime, minesweepers successfully cleared a channel into the bay, destroying 69 mines between June 7 and 9. Berkey's cruisers sailed ahead and shelled the Brown, White, and Green Beaches in the two days leading up to the landings. The convoy finally arrived at the main channel between Labuan Island and Brunei Bluff just before sunrise on June 10, fully prepared to execute the invasion. Opposing them, General Baba's 37th Army had assembled General Nozaki's depleted 56th Independent Mixed Brigade in the Brunei Bay sector. This included two battalions near Brunei, one at Beaufort, and one garrisoning Labuan. Additionally, the 553rd Independent Battalion was stationed in the Miri area; however, none of these units were equipped to make a stand at the beaches. At 08:15, Barbey's warships commenced a bombardment of the southern beaches as the troops were loading onto the landing vessels. Shortly after 09:05, the first waves began to advance, preceded by craft firing rockets and artillery. As anticipated, there was no opposition on the landing areas. The 2/15th Battalion successfully reached the shore at 09:15, followed by the 2/17th Battalion, which made landfall three minutes later, approximately 1,000 yards east of its intended location. By dusk, the 2/15th had scoured the swampy terrain of Muara Island and reported no Japanese presence. The 2/17th pushed forward a few miles along the road to Brunei, while the 2/13th Battalion landed and moved into reserve behind the 2/17th. Meanwhile, the 2/28th Battalion landed without incident at 09:15 and quickly secured Labuan town, with the 2/43rd Battalion following ashore at 09:20 to initiate the advance toward the airfield.  There was no opposition until 10:45, when the leading troops came under rifle fire just south of Flagstaff Hill. This post was quickly bypassed and taken, but the Australians continued to face strong resistance from the 371st Independent Battalion. Despite this, the defenders could not prevent the 2/43rd from capturing the airfield by nightfall. During the day, Porter also landed the 2/11th Commando Squadron on the unoccupied Hamilton Peninsula, with one troop initiating a move north along Charlie Track. On June 11, while the 2/43rd patrolled north and west, overcoming some opposition, the 2/28th slowly advanced toward the Able and Baker routes, where they encountered the bulk of enemy resistance. Meanwhile, after repelling an enemy patrol overnight, the 2/17th continued its advance to Brunei unopposed, with a company from the 2/15th moving up the Brunei River to land about four miles downstream from the town. The following day, the 2/17th reached and seized the airstrip, finally encountering defenses manned by the 366th Independent Battalion. On Labuan, the 2/43rd moved unopposed to Hamilton Road and successfully linked up with the commandos, leaving behind one company and three tanks to destroy a bypassed stronghold to the northwest. At the same time, the 2/28th probed the strongly held area astride MacArthur Road and to its west, making good progress to compress the resilient enemy into a pocket. On June 13, although the 2/43rd occupied an emergency airstrip at Timbalai, the primary objective remained to continue compressing the enemy into "the Pocket" and mop up the remainder of the island. 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. Australian troops, under Brigadier Whitehead, landed on Tarakan, swiftly overcoming Japanese strongholds. By May 20, they began the North Borneo Offensive, achieving significant territorial gains amid brutal combat. As Japanese forces faltered, some surrendered, signaling a turning tide. The campaign showcased immense courage and sacrifice, with heavy casualties on both sides, ultimately paving the way for Allied victories in the Pacific theater.

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