Podcasts about Secrecy

Today I'm joined by Leslie Schover, clinical psychologist turned novelist and author of Fission: A Novel of Atomic Heartbreak.Set during the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Fission explores love, ambition, secrecy, identity, and moral conflict at a moment when the world was being reshaped—both scientifically and emotionally.Drawing on her parents' lived experiences and her own deep understanding of relationships, Leslie brings a uniquely human lens to one of history's most consequential chapters.From Family Stories to Historical FictionFission is rooted in the stories your parents told about life in Oak Ridge during the Manhattan Project. When did you first realize these personal memories could become a novel—and what shifted for you in turning family history into fiction?Atomic Power and Emotional FissionThe title Fission works on so many levels—scientific, emotional, relational. How did you think about the parallel between splitting the atom and the fractures within marriage, identity, and moral responsibility?Doris Friedman: Ambition, Identity, and ConstraintDoris is such a complex character—a young mother, a frustrated artist, a woman navigating marriage, ambition, antisemitism, and gender expectations in the 1940s. What drew you to tell the story through her eyes, and what does she represent to you?Psychology, Secrecy, and Relationships Under PressureAs a clinical psychologist, you've spent decades studying relationships, sexuality, and identity under stress. How did that background shape the way you portrayed marriage, desire, betrayal, and resilience in a world defined by secrecy and existential fear?Moral Ambivalence and LegacyBy the end of the novel, Doris and Rob are left with pride, guilt, love, and doubt—having helped save the world and also put it at risk. What questions do you hope readers sit with after finishing Fission, especially as we think about scientific progress and ethical responsibility today?As someone who returned to fiction after a long and impactful career in psychology and healthcare, what would you say to creatives who feel it may be ‘too late' to return to an earlier calling?

Over the past year, a massive release of documents tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has pulled back the curtain on one of the most disturbing scandals of our time. Following a law passed by the U.S. Congress in November demanding full transparency, the Department of Justice has published more than 3 million pages of material, including over 2,000 videos and 180,000 images. These files implicate a web of powerful figures: business tycoons, government officials, and royalty. How did the system allow this to happen? Where did accountability fail? And how transparent or functional are Western political and social systems when power and privilege are involved?

In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter is joined by Molly Bertles, pastor's wife, mom of five, and author of You Are Not Alone. Molly opens up about her personal journey with shame, faith, and healing, and why conversations about sexual struggles among women are long overdue in the church.Molly shares how secrecy and isolation keep women trapped in shame, why access to inappropriate content has changed how women struggle today, and how faith, community, and honest conversations can lead to real freedom. This episode is a powerful reminder that no one is uniquely broken—and healing is possible.VICTORY: Get 30-days Free with Promo Code  YOUTUBE26https://app.bitly.com/Be25hozV9Cr/links/cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme/details✨ Episode Topics Discussed• Why women often feel isolated and ashamed when struggling with sexual sin• How secrecy and silence keep shame alive• Molly's personal story and why she wrote You Are Not Alone• Why women's struggles are often overlooked in church conversations• The impact of technology, books, and online content on women today• How faith reshapes identity, shame, and healing• First steps toward freedom and who to talk to• How parents can disciple children and talk about sexuality• Why community is essential for healing• Encouragement for women seeking hope and restoration

We’re in our Bible Moms series and going all the way back to the beginning—to Eve, the first mother, and the first moment everything broke. Together, we zoom out to see the big story of Scripture and zoom in on a truth every mom needs: when shame enters the picture, God doesn't pull away—He moves closer. Through Eve's story in Genesis 1–3, we explore how shame began, why we instinctively try to cover ourselves, and how God has always been at work to restore what was broken. In this episode, you'll hear: Why the Bible is a miraculous, unified story—not a rule book How Eve's story fits into the meta-narrative of Scripture: creation, brokenness, and redemption The moment shame entered humanity—and why hiding is our natural response Why “fig leaves” still show up in our lives today (and how we use them) The powerful truth that God comes looking for us after we mess u How the first animal sacrifice points forward to Jesus Why we don't need to clean ourselves up before coming to God What modeling grace (not perfection) looks like for our kids This conversation is for every mom who has ever felt unworthy, distant from God, or stuck trying to fix herself first. Eve's story reminds us that grace has been God's plan from the very beginning. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1–3 Psalm 19 Romans 16:20 A note for moms: Whether you read your Bible daily, haven't opened one in years, or feel overwhelmed by where to start—you are welcome here. If you don't have a Bible and would like one, we would love to get one into your hands. Next steps: Join us on Gather Moms Patreon as we walk through Scripture together during Lent starting February 18 Click here Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement Leave a rating or review to help other moms find the podcast   Gather Moms: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Kate Henderson: Instagram | Facebook Rebecca Bradford: Instagram | Facebook  

Kathy Kay is a content creator and host who started the highly acclaimed Strictly Anonymous Confessions podcast eleven years ago, amassing over 1,000 episodes. Driven by an innate sense of curiosity, a genuine desire to help people with their problems, and an unwavering commitment to nonjudgmental support, Kay embarked on this remarkable podcasting journey. One interesting aspect of Kathy's bio lies in her own secret life—her podcast. With an air of intrigue, she has successfully maintained anonymity, concealing her identity from not only her listeners but also her own family and closest friends. This carefully crafted mystique adds a unique allure to the Strictly Anonymous Confessions brand that she has built over the years. Drawing from her background in entertainment as a talent booker, Kay possesses a tenacious work ethic and an uncanny ability to accomplish goals with unwavering determination. These qualities have been instrumental in consistently building her podcast to secure a top position on iTunes and Spotify charts, all while remaining anonymous. https://amzn.to/4i7hBCd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode is brought to you by Olipop, a new healthy brand of soda. Go to https://drinkolipop.com/ and use code Marcela15 at checkout to get 15% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Shopify can help you take your business to the next level. Click HERE to set up your Shopify shop today and watch your business soar! This episode is brought to you by BranditScan, the best defese you have against social media fraud. Click HERE to get started with BranditScan today and get your first month for free. There is no better service to protect your social media accounts and your name and likeness. . This episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Click HERE to start exploring all the courses Skillshare has to offer, from drawing and music, to graphic design and marketing, start expanding your knowledge today. This episode is brought to you by Fiverr. Click HERE to start hiring professionals to help you in various areas and take your business to the next level. This episode is brought to you by PodMatch. Click HERE to bring your podcasting journey to the next level by getting set up's Only Fans  VIP Membership HERE Free Membership HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Father mental health during pregnancy is one of the most overlooked risk factors for postpartum depression and infant bonding challenges. In this episode, we explore how Dadcare and father-inclusive prenatal care can prevent postpartum depression and strengthen families from the very first visit.This is a powerful conversation with Edward M Stephens MD and PSI-Founder Jane Honikman that enables everyone who listens to take action to create meaningful change in family health.Learn how you can make a major impact for your own family and for generations to come.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Ed Stephens Foundation for Male Studies | Facebook | LinkedIn |Ed's Publications Dadcare.org Bringing the Father into PregnancyConnect with PSI Founder Jane Honikman janehonikman.comJane's Publications Postpartum is Forever: Social Support from Conception through Grandparenthood | Parental Mental Health: Factoring in Fathers Workbook (And AudioBook here) | Love, Secrecy & Birth: An Original StoryLearn more Generational Parenting, featuring PSI Founder Jane Honikman | Postpartum Recovery Plan | Pinpoint Where You Are on the Spectrum of Mental Health | Bringing Fathers into Pregnancy - Dr Ed StephensResources PSI Help for Dads | HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Support International Parent Groups | PSI HelplineConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram

This episode connects a series of explosive stories that raise serious questions about national security, justice, and elite accountability.

In a medical setting, if staffers think a patient is violent or threatening, they may restrain them to a hospital bed. Or inject them with a sedative. In some cases, they might also use a spit hood. This is a mesh or cloth covering that goes over a patient’s head. It was patented for law enforcement to use during arrests. Critics of these devices consider them dehumanizing…. And in some cases, dangerous. In the past decade, at least five people in the United States died in medical care incidents involving spit hoods. And the FDA doesn’t classify them as medical devices, which means they aren’t subjected to safety regulations. This all comes to us in a new investigation from The Seattle Times. The reporting looks at how spit hoods are used in medical facilities across the country. Guests: Hannah Furfaro, a mental health reporter at the Seattle Times and the journalist behind “Shrouded in Secrecy.” Related links: Shrouded in Secrecy: An investigation from The Seattle Times | The Seattle Times When hospitals use spit hoods on patients, no one is watching | The Seattle Times Where and how spit hoods are used across the U.S. | The Seattle Times How safe are spit hoods — and do they actually work? | The Seattle Times How spit hood use could be made safer, according to experts | The Seattle Times Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last time we spoke about the battle of Nanchang. After securing Hainan and targeting Zhejiang–Jiangxi Railway corridors, Japan's 11th Army, backed by armor, air power, and riverine operations, sought a rapid, surgical seizure of Nanchang to sever eastern Chinese logistics and coerce Chongqing. China, reorganizing under Chiang Kai-shek, concentrated over 200,000 troops across 52 divisions in the Ninth and Third War Zones, with Xue Yue commanding the 9th War Zone in defense of Wuhan-Nanchang corridors. The fighting began with German-style, combined-arms river operations along the Xiushui and Gan rivers, including feints, river crossings, and heavy artillery, sometimes using poison gas. From March 20–23, Japanese forces established a beachhead and advanced into Fengxin, Shengmi, and later Nanchang, despite stiff Chinese resistance and bridges being destroyed. Chiang's strategic shift toward attrition pushed for broader offensives to disrupt railways and rear areas, though Chinese plans for a counteroffensive repeatedly stalled due to logistics and coordination issues. By early May, Japanese forces encircled and captured Nanchang, albeit at heavy cost, with Chinese casualties surpassing 43,000 dead and Japanese losses over 2,200 dead.    #187 The Battle of Suixian–Zaoyang-Shatow Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, 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 the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia 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 where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Having seized Wuhan in a brutal offensive the previous year, the Japanese sought not just to hold their ground but to solidify their grip on this vital hub. Wuhan, a bustling metropolis at the confluence of the Yangtze and Han Rivers, had become a linchpin in their strategy, a base from which they could project power across central China. Yet, the city was far from secure, Chinese troops in northern Hubei and southern Henan, perched above the mighty Yangtze, posed an unrelenting threat. To relieve the mounting pressure on their newfound stronghold, the Japanese high command orchestrated a bold offensive against the towns of Suixian and Zaoyang. They aimed to annihilate the main force of the Chinese 5th War Zone, a move that would crush the Nationalist resistance in the region and secure their flanks. This theater of war, freshly designated as the 5th War Zone after the grueling Battle of Wuhan, encompassed a vast expanse west of Shashi in the upper Yangtze basin. It stretched across northern Hubei, southern Henan, and the rugged Dabie Mountains in eastern Anhui, forming a strategic bulwark that guarded the eastern approaches to Sichuan, the very heartland of the Nationalist government's central institutions. Historian Rana Mitter in Forgotten Ally described this zone as "a gateway of immense importance, a natural fortress that could either serve as a launchpad for offensives against Japanese-held territories or a defensive redoubt protecting the rear areas of Sichuan and Shaanxi". The terrain itself was a defender's dream and an attacker's nightmare: to the east rose the imposing Dabie Mountains, their peaks cloaked in mist and folklore; the Tongbai Mountains sliced across the north like a jagged spine; the Jing Mountains guarded the west; the Yangtze River snaked southward, its waters a formidable barrier; the Dahong Mountains dominated the center, offering hidden valleys for ambushes; and the Han River (also known as the Xiang River) carved a north-south path through it all. Two critical transport arteries—the Hanyi Road linking Hankou to Yichang in Hubei, and the Xianghua Road connecting Xiangyang to Huayuan near Hankou—crisscrossed this landscape, integrating the war zone into a web of mobility. From here, Chinese forces could menace the vital Pinghan Railway, that iron lifeline running from Beiping (modern Beijing) to Hankou, while also threatening the Wuhan region itself. In retreat, it provided a sanctuary to shield the Nationalist heartlands. As military strategist Sun Tzu might have appreciated, this area had long been a magnet for generals, its contours shaping the fates of empires since ancient times. Despite the 5th War Zone's intricate troop deployments, marked by units of varying combat prowess and a glaring shortage of heavy weapons, the Chinese forces made masterful use of the terrain to harass their invaders. Drawing from accounts in Li Zongren's memoirs, he noted how these defenders, often outgunned but never outmaneuvered, turned hills into fortresses and rivers into moats. In early April 1939, as spring rains turned paths to mud, Chinese troops ramped up their disruptions along the southern stretches of the Pinghan Railway, striking from both eastern and western flanks with guerrilla precision. What truly rattled the Japanese garrison in Wuhan was the arrival of reinforcements: six full divisions redeployed to Zaoyang, bolstering the Chinese capacity to launch flanking assaults that could unravel Japanese supply lines. Alarmed by this buildup, the Japanese 11th Army, ensconced in the Wuhan area under the command of General Yasuji Okamura, a figure whose tactical acumen would later earn him notoriety in the Pacific War, devised a daring plan. They intended to plunge deep into the 5th War Zone, smashing the core of the Chinese forces and rendering them impotent, thereby neutralizing the northwestern threat to Wuhan once and for all. From April onward, the Japanese mobilized with meticulous preparation, amassing troops equipped with formidable artillery, rumbling tanks, and squadrons of aircraft that darkened the skies. Historians estimate they committed roughly three and a half divisions to this endeavor, as detailed in Edward J. Drea's In the Service of the Emperor: Essays on the Imperial Japanese Army. Employing a classic pincer movement, a two-flank encirclement coupled with a central breakthrough, they aimed for a swift, decisive strike to obliterate the main Chinese force in the narrow Suixian-Zaoyang corridor, squeezed between the Tongbai and Dahong Mountains. The offensive erupted in full fury on May 1, 1939, as Japanese columns surged forward like a tidal wave, their engines roaring and banners fluttering in the dust-choked air. General Li Zongren, the commander of the 5th War Zone, a man whose leadership had already shone in earlier campaigns like the defense of Tai'erzhuang in 1938, issued urgent orders to cease offensive actions against the Japanese and pivot to a defensive stance. Based on intelligence about the enemy's dispositions, Li orchestrated a comprehensive campaign structure, assigning precise defensive roles and battle plans to each unit. This was no haphazard scramble; it was a symphony of strategy, as Li himself recounted in his memoirs, emphasizing the need to exploit the terrain's natural advantages. While various Chinese war zones executed the "April Offensive" from late April to mid-May, actively harrying and containing Japanese forces, the 5th War Zone focused its energies on the southern segment of the Pinghan Railway, assaulting it from both sides in a bid to disrupt logistics. The main force of the 31st Army Group, under the command of Tang Enbo, a general known for his aggressive tactics and later criticized for corruption, shifted from elsewhere in Hubei to Zaoyang, fortifying the zone and posing a dire threat to the Japanese flanks and rear areas. To counter this peril and safeguard transportation along the Wuhan-Pinghan Railway, the Japanese, led by the formidable Okamura, unleashed their assault from the line stretching through Xinyang, Yingshan, and Zhongxiang. Mobilizing the 3rd, 13th, and 16th Divisions alongside the 2nd and 4th Cavalry Brigades, they charged toward the Suixian-Zaoyang region in western Hubei, intent on eradicating the Chinese main force and alleviating the siege-like pressure on Wuhan. In a masterful reorganization, Li Zongren divided his forces into two army groups, the left and right, plus a dedicated river defense army. His strategy was a blend of attrition and opportunism: harnessing the Tongbai and Dahong Mountains, clinging to key towns like lifelines, and grinding down the Japanese through prolonged warfare while biding time for a counterstroke. This approach echoed the Fabian tactics of ancient Rome, wearing the enemy thin before delivering the coup de grâce. The storm broke at dawn on May 1, when the main contingents of the Japanese 16th and 13th Divisions, bolstered by the 4th Cavalry Brigade from their bases in Zhongxiang and Jingshan, hurled themselves against the Chinese 37th and 180th Divisions of the Right Army Group. Supported by droning aircraft that strafed from above and tanks that churned the earth below, the Japanese advanced with mechanical precision. By May 4, they had shattered the defensive lines flanking Changshoudian, then surged along the east bank of the Xiang River toward Zaoyang in a massive offensive. Fierce combat raged through May 5, as described in Japanese war diaries compiled in Senshi Sōsho (the official Japanese war history series), where soldiers recounted the relentless Chinese resistance amid the smoke and clamor. The Japanese finally breached the defenses, turning their fury on the 122nd Division of the 41st Army. In a heroic stand, the 180th Division clung to Changshoudian, providing cover for the main force's retreat along the east-west Huangqi'an line. The 37th Division fell back to the Yaojiahe line, while elements of the 38th Division repositioned into Liushuigou. On May 6, the Japanese seized Changshoudian, punched through Huangqi'an, and drove northward, unleashing a devastating assault on the 122nd Division's positions near Wenjiamiao. Undeterred, Chinese defenders executed daring flanking maneuvers in the Fenglehe, Yaojiahe, Liushuihe, Shuanghe, and Zhangjiaji areas, turning the landscape into a labyrinth of ambushes. May 7 saw the Japanese pressing on, capturing Zhangjiaji and Shuanghe. By May 8, they assaulted Maozifan and Xinji, where ferocious battles erupted, soldiers clashing in hand-to-hand combat amid the ruins. By May 10, the Japanese had overrun Huyang Town and Xinye, advancing toward Tanghe and the northeastern fringes of Zaoyang. Yet, the Tanghe River front witnessed partial Chinese recoveries: remnants of the Right Army Group, alongside troops from east of the Xianghe, reclaimed Xinye. The 122nd and 180th Divisions withdrew north of Tanghe and Fancheng, while the 37th, 38th, and 132nd Divisions steadfastly held the east bank of the Xianghe River. Concurrently, the main force of the Japanese 3rd Division launched from Yingshan against the 84th and 13th Armies of the 11th Group Army in the Suixian sector. After a whirlwind of combat, the Chinese 84th Army retreated to the Taerwan position. On May 2, the 3rd Division targeted the Gaocheng position of the 13th Army within the 31st Group Army; the ensuing clashes in Taerwan and Gaocheng were a maelstrom of fire, with the Taerwan position exchanging hands multiple times like a deadly game of tug-of-war. By May 4, in a grim escalation, Japanese forces deployed poison gas, a violation of international norms that drew condemnation and is documented in Allied reports from the era, inflicting horrific casualties and compelling the Chinese to relinquish Gaocheng, which fell into enemy hands. On May 5, backed by aerial bombardments, tank charges, and artillery barrages, the Japanese renewed their onslaught along the Gaocheng River and the Lishan-Jiangjiahe line. By May 6, the beleaguered Chinese were forced back to the Tianhekou and Gaocheng line. Suixian succumbed on May 7. On May 8, the Japanese shattered the second line of the 84th Army, capturing Zaoyang and advancing on the Jiangtoudian position of the 85th Army. To evade encirclement, the defenders mounted a valiant resistance before withdrawing from Jiangtoudian; the 84th Army relocated to the Tanghe and Baihe areas, while the 39th Army embedded itself in the Dahongshan for guerrilla operations—a tactic that would bleed the Japanese through hit-and-run warfare, as noted in guerrilla warfare studies by Mao Zedong himself. By May 10, the bulk of the 31st Army Group maneuvered toward Tanghe, reaching north of Biyang by May 15. From Xinyang, Japanese forces struck at Tongbai on May 8; by May 10, elements from Zaoyang advanced to Zhangdian Town and Shangtun Town. In response, the 68th Army of the 1st War Zone dispatched the 143rd Division to defend Queshan and Minggang, and the 119th Division to hold Tongbai. After staunchly blocking the Japanese, they withdrew on May 11 to positions northwest and southwest of Tongbai, shielding the retreat of 5th War Zone units. The Japanese 4th Cavalry Brigade drove toward Tanghe, seizing Tanghe County on May 12. But the tide was turning. In a brilliant reversal, the Fifth War Zone commanded the 31st Army Group, in concert with the 2nd Army Group from the 1st War Zone, to advance from southwestern Henan. Their mission: encircle the bulk of Japanese forces on the Xiangdong Plain and deliver a crushing blow. The main force of the 33rd Army Group targeted Zaoyang, while other units pinned down Japanese rear guards in Zhongxiang. The Chinese counteroffensive erupted with swift successes, Tanghe County was recaptured on May 14, and Tongbai liberated on May 16, shattering the Japanese encirclement scheme. On May 19, after four grueling days of combat, Chinese forces mauled the retreating Japanese, reclaiming Zaoyang and leaving the fields strewn with enemy dead. The 39th Army of the Left Army Group dispersed into the mountains for guerrilla warfare, a shadowy campaign of sabotage and surprise. Forces of the Right Army Group east of the river, along with river defense units, conducted relentless raids on Japanese rears and supply lines over multiple days, sowing chaos before withdrawing to the west bank of the Xiang River on May 21. On May 22, they pressed toward Suixian, recapturing it on May 23. The Japanese, battered and depleted, retreated to their original garrisons in Zhongxiang and Yingshan, restoring the pre-war lines as the battle drew to a close. Throughout this clash, the Chinese held a marked superiority in manpower and coordination, though their deployments lacked full flexibility, briefly placing them on the defensive. After protracted, blood-soaked fighting, they restored the original equilibrium. Despite grievous losses, the Chinese thwarted the Japanese encirclement and exacted a heavy toll, reports from the time, corroborated by Japanese records in Senshi Sōsho, indicate over 13,000 Japanese killed or wounded, with more than 5,000 corpses abandoned on the battlefield. This fulfilled the strategic goal of containing and eroding Japanese strength. Chinese casualties surpassed 25,000, a testament to the ferocity of the struggle. The 5th War Zone seized the initiative in advances and retreats, deftly shifting to outer lines and maintaining positional advantages. As Japanese forces withdrew, Chinese pursuers harried and obstructed them, yielding substantial victories. The Battle of Suizao spanned less than three weeks. The Japanese main force pierced defenses on the east bank of the Han River, advancing to encircle one flank as planned. However, the other two formations met fierce opposition near Suixian and northward, stalling their progress. Adapting to the battlefield's ebb and flow, the Fifth War Zone transformed its tactics: the main force escaped encirclement, maneuvered to outer lines for offensives, and exploited terrain to hammer the Japanese. The pivotal order to flip from defense to offense doomed the encirclement; with the counterattack triumphant, the Japanese declined to hold and retreated. The Chinese pursued with unyielding vigor. By May 24, they had reclaimed Zaoyang, Tongbai, and other locales. Save for Suixian County, the Japanese had fallen back to pre-war positions, reinstating the regional status quo. Thus, the battle concluded, a chapter of resilience etched into the chronicles of China's defiance. In the sweltering heat of southern China, where the humid air clung to every breath like a persistent fog, the Japanese General Staff basked in what they called a triumphant offensive and defensive campaign in Guangdong. But victory, as history so often teaches, is a double-edged sword. By early 1939, the strain was palpable. Their secret supply line snaking from the British colony of Hong Kong to the Chinese mainland was under constant disruption, raids by shadowy guerrilla bands, opportunistic smugglers, and the sheer unpredictability of wartime logistics turning what should have been a lifeline into a leaky sieve. Blockading the entire coastline? A pipe dream, given the vast, jagged shores of Guangdong, dotted with hidden coves and fishing villages that had evaded imperial edicts for centuries. Yet, the General Staff's priorities were unyielding, laser-focused on strangling the Nationalist capital of Chongqing through a relentless blockade. This meant the 21st Army, that workhorse of the Japanese invasion force, had to stay in the fight—no rest for the weary. Drawing from historical records like the Senshi Sōsho (War History Series) compiled by Japan's National Institute for Defense Studies, we know that after the 21st Army reported severing what they dubbed the "secret transport line" at Xinhui, a gritty, hard-fought skirmish that left the local landscape scarred with craters and abandoned supply crates, the General Staff circled back to the idea of a full coastal blockade. It was a classic case of military opportunism: staff officers, poring over maps in dimly lit war rooms in Tokyo, suddenly "discovered" Shantou as a major port. Not just any port, mind you, but a bustling hub tied to the heartstrings of Guangdong's overseas Chinese communities. Shantou and nearby Chao'an weren't mere dots on a map; they were the ancestral hometowns of countless Chaoshan people who had ventured abroad to Southeast Asia, sending back remittances that flowed like lifeblood into the region. Historical economic studies, such as those in The Overseas Chinese in the People's Republic of China by Stephen Fitzgerald, highlight how these funds from the Chaoshan diaspora, often funneled through family networks in places like Singapore and Thailand, were substantial, indirectly fueling China's war effort by sustaining local economies and even purchasing arms on the black market. The Chao-Shao Highway, that dusty artery running near Shantou, was pinpointed as a critical vein connecting Hong Kong's ports to the mainland's interior. So, in early June 1939, the die was cast: Army Order No. 310 thundered from headquarters, commanding the 21st Army to seize Shantou. The Chief of the General Staff himself provided the strategic blueprint, a personal touch that underscored the operation's gravity. The Army Department christened the Chaoshan push "Operation Hua," a nod perhaps to the flowery illusions of easy conquest, while instructing the Navy Department to tag along for the ride. In naval parlance, it became "Operation J," a cryptic label that masked the sheer scale unfolding. Under the Headquarters' watchful eye, what started as a modest blockade morphed into a massive amphibious assault, conjured seemingly out of thin air like a magician's trick, but one with deadly props. The 5th Fleet's orders mobilized an impressive lineup: the 9th Squadron for heavy hitting, the 5th Mine Boat Squadron to clear watery hazards, the 12th and 21st Sweeper Squadrons sweeping for mines like diligent janitors of the sea, the 45th Destroyer Squadron adding destroyer muscle, and air power from the 3rd Combined Air Group (boasting 24 land-based attack aircraft and 9 reconnaissance planes that could spot a fishing boat from miles away). Then there was the Chiyoda Air Group with its 9 reconnaissance aircraft, the Guangdong Air Group contributing a quirky airship and one more recon plane, the 9th Special Landing Squadron from Sasebo trained for beach assaults, and a flotilla of special ships for logistics. On the ground, the 21st Army threw in the 132nd Brigade from the 104th Division, beefed up with the 76th Infantry Battalion, two mountain artillery battalions for lobbing shells over rugged terrain, two engineer battalions to bridge rivers and clear paths, a light armored vehicle platoon rumbling with mechanized menace, and a river-crossing supplies company to keep the troops fed and armed. All under the command of Brigade Commander Juro Goto, a stern officer whose tactical acumen was forged in earlier Manchurian campaigns. The convoy's size demanded rehearsals; the 132nd Brigade trained for boat transfers at Magong in the Penghu Islands, practicing the precarious dance of loading men and gear onto rocking vessels under simulated fire. Secrecy shrouded the whole affair, many officers and soldiers, boarding ships in the dead of night, whispered among themselves that they were finally heading home to Japan, a cruel ruse to maintain operational security. For extra punch, the 21st Army tacked on the 31st Air Squadron for air support, their planes droning like angry hornets ready to sting. This overkill didn't sit well with everyone. Lieutenant General Ando Rikichi, the pragmatic commander overseeing Japanese forces in the region, must have fumed in his Guangzhou headquarters. His intelligence staff, drawing from intercepted radio chatter and local spies as noted in postwar analyses like The Japanese Army in World War II by Gordon L. Rottman, reported that the Chongqing forces in Chaozhou were laughably thin: just the 9th Independent Brigade, a couple of security regiments, and ragtag "self-defense groups" of armed civilians. Why unleash such a sledgehammer on a fly? The mobilization's magnitude even forced a reshuffling of defenses around Guangzhou, pulling resources from the 12th Army's front lines and overburdening the already stretched 18th Division. It was bureaucratic overreach at its finest, a testament to the Imperial Staff's penchant for grand gestures over tactical efficiency. Meanwhile, on the Nationalist side, the winds of war carried whispers of impending doom. The National Revolutionary Army's war histories, such as those compiled in the Zhongguo Kangri Zhanzheng Shi (History of China's War of Resistance Against Japan), note that Chiang Kai-shek's Military Commission had snagged intelligence as early as February 1939 about Japan's plans for a large-scale invasion of Shantou. The efficiency of the Military Command's Second Bureau and the Military Intelligence Bureau was nothing short of astonishing, networks of agents, double agents, and radio intercepts piercing the veil of Japanese secrecy. Even as the convoy slipped out of Penghu, a detailed report outlining operational orders landed on Commander Zhang Fakui's desk, the ink still fresh. Zhang, a battle-hardened strategist whose career spanned the Northern Expedition and beyond , had four months to prepare for what would be dubbed the decisive battle of Chaoshan. Yet, in a move that baffled some contemporaries, he chose not to fortify and defend it tooth and nail. After the Fourth War Zone submitted its opinions, likely heated debates in smoke-filled command posts, Chiang Kai-shek greenlit the plan. By March, the Military Commission issued its strategic policy: when the enemy hit Chaoshan, a sliver of regular troops would team up with civilian armed forces for mobile and guerrilla warfare, grinding down the invaders like sandpaper on steel. The orders specified guerrilla zones in Chaozhou, Jiaxing, and Huizhou, unifying local militias under a banner of "extensive guerrilla warfare" to coordinate with regular army maneuvers, gradually eroding the Japanese thrust. In essence, the 4th War Zone wasn't tasked with holding Chao'an and Shantou at all costs; instead, they'd strike hard during the landing, then let guerrillas harry the occupiers post-capture. It was a doctrine of attrition in a "confined battlefield," honing skills through maneuver and ambush. Remarkably, the fall of these cities was preordained by the Military Commission three months before the Japanese even issued their orders, a strategic feint that echoed ancient Sun Tzu tactics of yielding ground to preserve strength. To execute this, the 4th War Zone birthed the Chao-Jia-Hui Guerrilla Command after meticulous preparation, with General Zou Hong, head of Guangdong's Security Bureau and a no-nonsense administrator known for his anti-smuggling campaigns, taking the helm. In just three months, Zhang Fakui scraped together the Independent 9th Brigade, the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Guangdong Provincial Security Regiments, and the Security Training Regiment. Even with the 9th Army Group lurking nearby, he handed the reins of the Chao-Shan operation to the 12th Army Group's planners. Their March guidelines sketched three lines of resistance from the coast to the mountains, a staged withdrawal that allowed frontline defenders to melt away like ghosts. This blueprint mirrored Chiang Kai-shek's post-Wuhan reassessment, where the loss of that key city in 1938 prompted a shift to protracted warfare. A Xinhua News Agency columnist later summed it up scathingly: "The Chongqing government, having lost its will to resist, colludes with the Japanese and seeks to eliminate the Communists, adopting a policy of passive resistance." This narrative, propagated by Communist sources, dogged Chiang and the National Revolutionary Army for decades, painting them as defeatists even as they bled the Japanese dry through attrition. February 1939 saw Commander Zhang kicking off a reorganization of the 12th Army Group, transforming it from a patchwork force into something resembling a modern army. He could have hunkered down, assigning troops to a desperate defense of Chaoshan, but that would have handed the initiative to the overcautious Japanese General Staff, whose activism often bordered on paranoia. Zhang, with the wisdom of a seasoned general who had navigated the treacherous politics of pre-war China, weighed the scales carefully. His vision? Forge the 12th Army Group into a nimble field army, not squander tens of thousands on a secondary port. Japan's naval and air dominance—evident in the devastation of Shanghai in 1937, meant Guangdong's forces could be pulverized in Shantou just as easily. Losing Chaozhou and Shantou? Acceptable, if it preserved core strength for the long haul. Post-Xinhui, Zhang doubled down on resistance, channeling efforts into live-fire exercises for the 12th Army, turning green recruits into battle-ready soldiers amid the Guangdong hills. The war's trajectory after 1939 would vindicate him: his forces became pivotal in later counteroffensives, proving that a living army trumped dead cities. Opting out of a static defense, Zhang pivoted to guerrilla warfare to bleed the Japanese while clutching strategic initiative. He ordered local governments to whip up coastal guerrilla forces from Chao'an to Huizhou—melding militias, national guards, police, and private armed groups into official folds. These weren't elite shock troops, but in wartime's chaos, they controlled locales effectively, disrupting supply lines and gathering intel. For surprises, he unleashed two mobile units: the 9th Independent Brigade and the 20th Independent Brigade. Formed fresh after the War of Resistance erupted, these brigades shone for their efficiency within the cumbersome Guangdong Army structure. Division-level units were too bulky for spotty communications, so Yu Hanmou's command birthed these independent outfits, staffed with crack officers. The 9th, packing direct-fire artillery for punch, and the 20th, dubbed semi-mechanized for its truck-borne speed, prowled the Chaoshan–Huizhou coast from 1939. Zhang retained their three-regiment setup, naming Hua Zhenzhong and Zhang Shou as commanders, granting them autonomy to command in the field like roving wolves. As the 9th Independent Brigade shifted to Shantou, its 627th Regiment was still reorganizing in Heyuan, a logistical hiccup amid the scramble. Hua Zhenzhong, a commander noted for his tactical flexibility in regional annals, deployed the 625th Regiment and 5th Security Regiment along the coast, with the 626th as reserve in Chao'an. Though the Fourth War Zone had written off Chaoshan, Zhang yearned to showcase Guangdong grit before the pullback. Dawn broke on June 21, 1939, at 4:30 a.m., with Japanese reconnaissance planes slicing through the fog over Shantou, Anbu, and Nanbeigang, ghostly silhouettes against the gray sky. By 5:30, the mist lifted, revealing a nightmare armada: over 40 destroyers and 70–80 landing craft churning toward the coast on multiple vectors, their hulls cutting the waves like knives. The 626th Regiment's 3rd Battalion at Donghushan met the first wave with a hail of fire from six light machine guns, repelling the initial boats in a frenzy of splashes and shouts. But the brigade's long-range guns couldn't stem the tide; Hua focused on key chokepoints, aiming to bloody the invaders rather than obliterate them. By morning, the 3rd Battalion of the 625th Regiment charged into Shantou City, joined by the local police corps digging in amid urban sprawl. Combat raged at Xinjin Port and the airport's fringes, where Nationalist troops traded shots with advancing Japanese under the absent shadow of a Chinese navy. Japanese naval guns, massed offshore, pounded the outskirts like thunder gods in fury. By 2:00 a.m. on the 22nd, Shantou crumpled as defenders' ammo ran dry, the city falling in a haze of smoke and echoes. Before the loss, Hua had positioned the 1st Battalion of the 5th Security Regiment at Anbu, guarding the road to Chao'an. Local lore, preserved in oral histories collected by the Chaozhou Historical Society, recalls Battalion Commander Du Ruo leading from the front, rifle in hand, but Japanese barrages, bolstered by superior firepower—forced a retreat. Post-capture, Tokyo's forces paused to consolidate, unleashing massacres on fleeing civilians in the outskirts. A flotilla of civilian boats, intercepted at sea, became a grim training ground for bayonet drills, a barbarity echoed in survivor testimonies compiled in The Rape of Nanking and Beyond extensions to Guangdong atrocities. With Shantou gone, Hua pivoted to flank defense, orchestrating night raids on Japanese positions around Anbu and Meixi. On June 24th, Major Du Ruo spearheaded an assault into Anbu but fell gravely wounded amid the chaos. Later, the 2nd Battalion of the 626th overran spots near Meixi. A Japanese sea-flanking maneuver targeted Anbu, but Nationalists held at Liulong, sparking nocturnal clashes, grenade volleys, bayonet charges, and hand-to-hand brawls that drained both sides like a slow bleed. June 26th saw the 132nd Brigade lumber toward Chao'an. Hua weighed options: all-out assault or guerrilla fade? He chose to dig in on the outskirts, reserving two companies of the 625th and a special ops battalion in the city. The 27th brought a day-long Japanese onslaught, culminating in Chao'an's fall after fierce rear-guard actions by the 9th Independent Brigade. Evacuations preceded the collapse, with Japanese propaganda banners fluttering falsely, claiming Nationalists had abandoned defense. Yet Hua's call preserved his brigade for future fights; the Japanese claimed an empty prize. 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. The Japanese operations had yet again plugged up supply leaks into Nationalist China. The fall of Suixian, Zaoyang and Shantou were heavy losses for the Chinese war effort. However the Chinese were also able to exact heavy casualties on the invaders and thwarted their encirclement attempts. China was still in the fight for her life.

Greg Lawson is a researcher and author known for his in-depth examination of the Roswell incident in The Alleged Roswell Crash – The After-Action Report. Lawson approaches the 1947 Roswell case through a structured, investigative lens, analyzing military responses, witness testimony, official statements, and subsequent narrative shifts. By treating Roswell as an “after-action” scenario, he evaluates what was said, what changed, and what may have been obscured, offering readers a methodical reassessment of one of the most debated events in UFO history and its implications for government transparency and disclosure.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

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The Soviet Union was one of the most secretive states that ever existed. Defended by a complex apparatus of rules and checks administered by the secret police, the Soviet state had seemingly unprecedented capabilities based on its near monopoly of productive capital, monolithic authority, and secretive decision making. But behind the scenes, Soviet secrecy was double-edged: it raised transaction costs, incentivized indecision, compromised the effectiveness of government officials, eroded citizens' trust in institutions and in each other, and led to a secretive society and an uninformed elite. The result is what Dr. Mark Harrison in Secret Leviathan: Secrecy and State Capacity under Soviet Communism (Stanford University Press, 2023) calls the secrecy/capacity tradeoff: a bargain in which the Soviet state accepted the reduction of state capacity as the cost of ensuring its own survival. This book is the first comprehensive, analytical, multi-faceted history of Soviet secrecy in the English language. Dr. Harrison combines quantitative and qualitative evidence to evaluate the impact of secrecy on Soviet state capacity from the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Based on multiple years of research in once-secret Soviet-era archives, this book addresses two gaps in history and social science: one the core role of secrecy in building and stabilising the communist states of the twentieth century; the other the corrosive effects of secrecy on the capabilities of authoritarian states. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose doctoral work focused on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The Soviet Union was one of the most secretive states that ever existed. Defended by a complex apparatus of rules and checks administered by the secret police, the Soviet state had seemingly unprecedented capabilities based on its near monopoly of productive capital, monolithic authority, and secretive decision making. But behind the scenes, Soviet secrecy was double-edged: it raised transaction costs, incentivized indecision, compromised the effectiveness of government officials, eroded citizens' trust in institutions and in each other, and led to a secretive society and an uninformed elite. The result is what Dr. Mark Harrison in Secret Leviathan: Secrecy and State Capacity under Soviet Communism (Stanford University Press, 2023) calls the secrecy/capacity tradeoff: a bargain in which the Soviet state accepted the reduction of state capacity as the cost of ensuring its own survival. This book is the first comprehensive, analytical, multi-faceted history of Soviet secrecy in the English language. Dr. Harrison combines quantitative and qualitative evidence to evaluate the impact of secrecy on Soviet state capacity from the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Based on multiple years of research in once-secret Soviet-era archives, this book addresses two gaps in history and social science: one the core role of secrecy in building and stabilising the communist states of the twentieth century; the other the corrosive effects of secrecy on the capabilities of authoritarian states. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose doctoral work focused on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/eastern-european-studies

The Soviet Union was one of the most secretive states that ever existed. Defended by a complex apparatus of rules and checks administered by the secret police, the Soviet state had seemingly unprecedented capabilities based on its near monopoly of productive capital, monolithic authority, and secretive decision making. But behind the scenes, Soviet secrecy was double-edged: it raised transaction costs, incentivized indecision, compromised the effectiveness of government officials, eroded citizens' trust in institutions and in each other, and led to a secretive society and an uninformed elite. The result is what Dr. Mark Harrison in Secret Leviathan: Secrecy and State Capacity under Soviet Communism (Stanford University Press, 2023) calls the secrecy/capacity tradeoff: a bargain in which the Soviet state accepted the reduction of state capacity as the cost of ensuring its own survival. This book is the first comprehensive, analytical, multi-faceted history of Soviet secrecy in the English language. Dr. Harrison combines quantitative and qualitative evidence to evaluate the impact of secrecy on Soviet state capacity from the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Based on multiple years of research in once-secret Soviet-era archives, this book addresses two gaps in history and social science: one the core role of secrecy in building and stabilising the communist states of the twentieth century; the other the corrosive effects of secrecy on the capabilities of authoritarian states. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose doctoral work focused on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elizabeth Koehler-Pentacoff is a historian and author best known for The Missing Kennedy: Rosemary Kennedy's Tragic Story, a deeply researched examination of one of the most hidden chapters in the Kennedy family history. Koehler-Pentacoff explores Rosemary Kennedy's life, her intellectual challenges, the controversial lobotomy she underwent, and the decades of silence that followed. Through historical records, family accounts, and social context, her work sheds light on disability, institutionalization, and stigma in mid-20th-century America, offering a compassionate reassessment of Rosemary's life and the broader implications of secrecy, power, and public image.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Robert Kuehn is a UFO researcher known for his investigation into The Suppression of UFOs Over Wisconsin, focusing on sightings, radar cases, eyewitness testimony, and alleged official interference surrounding unexplained aerial phenomena in the region. Kuehn examines patterns suggesting information control, downplaying, or dismissal of credible reports by authorities and media, raising questions about why certain UFO incidents failed to receive sustained public scrutiny. His work highlights Wisconsin as an overlooked hotspot of UAP activity and contributes to broader discussions about transparency, disclosure, and the management of anomalous aerospace encounters.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Unlocking the Core of Agency Law: Fiduciary DutiesIn this episode of "The Deep Dive," the hosts transition from the mechanical aspects of agency law to the philosophical underpinnings of fiduciary duties. He emphasizes the importance of understanding fiduciary duty as the moral and structural core of the agency relationship, likening it to the steering wheel and brakes of a vehicle. The discussion centers around the three primary fiduciary duties: loyalty, care, and obedience, highlighting their implications and the severe consequences of breaches. The hosts explain that fiduciary duty is not merely a contractual obligation but a legal shield designed to protect principals from potential abuses of power by agents, emphasizing the need for transparency and trust in business relationships.The episode delves into the nuances of each duty, particularly the duty of loyalty, which prohibits agents from serving conflicting interests and mandates full disclosure of any potential conflicts. The conversation also covers the duty of care, which focuses on the competence and diligence expected from agents, and the duty of obedience, which requires agents to follow lawful instructions from their principals. The hosts concluded by discussing the remedies available for breaches of fiduciary duty, including disgorgement of profits, emphasizing the law's protective stance towards principals in agency relationships.TakeawaysFiduciary duty is the moral and structural core of the agency relationship.The law imposes strict rules to prevent agents from even entertaining the thought of betrayal.Liability can exist without demonstrable harm to the principal; the focus is on the agent's gain, not the principal's loss.Secrecy in transactions is a hallmark of breach; transparency is essential.The duty of care is about competence and diligence, while the duty of loyalty is about faithfulness and avoiding conflicts.agency law, fiduciary duties, duty of loyalty, duty of care, legal remedies, business ethics, trust in business, agency relationship, law school, bar exam

Welcome back to The Cinedicate. On today's episode, we're diving into the groundbreaking documentary The Age of Disclosure, where the secrets of UFOs and government cover-ups finally come into the spotlight.Joined by Todd of WSTR: Galactic Public Access, we dissect how director Dan Farah pulled together 34 high-level insiders—from military pilots to senators like Marco Rubio—to lay out a case for not only hidden crash retrieval programs, but a shadowy arms race that may have shaped the last century of secrecy.Whether you're a longtime alien enthusiast or just starting to investigate the mysteries behind black budgets and reverse-engineered technology, join us as we navigate congressional hearings, declassified footage, and philosophical questions about humanity's place in the universe—all inspired by the The Age of Disclosure, here on The Cinedicate.What to expect from the episode:A deep dive into the documentary "Age of Disclosure," exploring government cover-ups, whistleblower testimonies, and the decades-long struggle for UFO transparencySpirited discussion on theories of non-human intelligence, ranging from extraterrestrial and interdimensional visitors to secret terrestrial civilizations and ancient biblical connectionsCritical reflection on the implications of alleged alien technology for society, government spending, and the challenges ahead for public disclosure and accountabilityEpisode Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction and The Age of Disclosure00:02:01 - First Impressions00:04:02 - Government Whistleblowers and Congress00:05:19 - UAPs: Key Scenes and Scientific Breakdown00:09:17 - Terrestrial vs. Extraterrestrial Hypotheses00:11:03 - Government Experiments and Disinformation00:13:28 - UAP Technology Explained00:15:11 - Secrecy, Black Budgets, and a Shadowy Arms Race00:18:10 - The Moon, Ancient Civilizations, and Lost History00:23:24 - Disclosure and Push for Transparency00:30:27 - Multiple Alien Races, Treaties, and Reverse Engineering00:44:04 - Ancient Bodies, Media Fakery, and Pop Culture00:46:02 - Philosophical and Spiritual Interpretations00:57:00 - Will Major Disclosure Happen Soon?Listen to Todd on his podcast, WSTR: Galactic Public Access. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark and Gary dissect the explosive congressional testimony of Special Counsel Jack Smith. From his inability to recall who swore him into office, to questions surrounding a second oath, secret subpoenas, confidential informant payments, and nondisclosure orders involving the Speaker of the House, the hosts examine what these moments reveal about power, process, and accountability at the highest levels of the Justice Department. The conversation raises serious concerns about prosecutorial overreach and why these hearings are not getting more public attention.Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doubt and all Reasonable Doubt video content on YouTube exclusively at YouTube.com/ReasonableDoubtPodcast and subscribe while you're thereSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Oregon State football is in a reset with very little margin for error. We walk through the coaching changes, why Mike MacIntyre at defensive coordinator feels like a stabilizing move, and how the transfer portal reshapes expectations for a program operating with tighter margins. The wide receiver room is clearly a rebuild, the offensive line remains the biggest on-field question, and recruiting has to be more intentional than ever. At the same time, the athletic department budget questions aren't going away, and they continue to influence everything from staffing to roster retention.#gobeavs #oregonstate #oregonstatebeavers #belligerentbeavs #podcast #chopem #oregonstatefootball #coachingchanges #jamarcusshephard #widereceivers #offensiveline #nil #athleticdepartment #scottbarnes #pac12 #beavsfootball #oregonstatebasketball

   Predicting what Trump will do next is a whole lot easier than predicting sports.  Our president finished up Greenland, laid waste to the globalists at Davos and now turns his attention to Canada and their terribly disrespectful Prime Minister.  Welcome to the next great theater.    Arrests have been made of the bullies that ended that church service in St. Paul a few days ago and guess what, they are paid professionals to organize such events.  And its very, very illegal to interfere with worship.  And these could be double hate crimes as they were chanting slurs about white people.  But Don Lemon claims he was just a journalist there and so far, the courts agree he shouldn't be charged.  Here we go!   A famous rapper sues the KCPD, Missouri officials (rightfully) meet in secrecy in Jeff City to try to save the Royals from leaving to Kansas.  I'll preview the NFL title games and Bill Self is back on the court at Bramlage Saturday night... we hit on some KU-KSU hoops.    Then, I play a clip of my friend www.dannyclinkscale.com as we had quite a discussion on a Patron's Podcast Thursday.  One of our topics was Carlos Beltran into the Baseball Hall of Fame.  You won't believe how much Danny dislikes this.   And our Final Final is Mr. Wonderful turning to acting.  It's true.

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In this episode of Yahweh's Money, we're talking real faith, real caregiving, and real stewardship. I sat down with my father, Reverend Mitchell D. Tull Sr., to unpack the emotional, financial, and spiritual weight of supporting aging parents — especially when money wasn't openly discussed in their generation.From navigating the traditions of the Silent Era to coordinating long-term care, inheritance, and family obligations, we explore how caregiving becomes a ministry of obedience, sacrifice, and honor. Together, we talk about the faith required to support elderly parents, the financial realities of long-term care, and the importance of preparing the next generation with clarity instead of secrecy.You'll Discover:How secrecy around finances created generational gaps in knowledge, planning, and inheritance.Why prayer, obedience, and Scripture become essential tools for caregiving decisions (not just budgeting).From medical bills to emotional labor, how caregiving impacts finances, careers, and health — especially for the Sandwich Generation.How open communication protects families from confusion and conflict around wills, assets, and long-term care plans.Why Scripture frames caregiving as obedience and legacy, not just responsibility.Featured Scripture:1 Timothy 5:8 — “Anyone who does not provide for their relatives, and especially for their own household, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.”Action Step:This week, take one practical and spiritual step toward intergenerational financial clarity: • Research average assisted living or in-home care costs in your city • Review your parents' (or your own) long-term care plans • Spend time in prayer asking God for wisdom, provision, and peace as a caregiverSmall steps today make stewardship — not secrecy — the family legacy!Send us a text

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Whew; a wide-ranging Ron Show from Tuesday:+ an AJC bombshell: we knew all along the Mayor wanted to shelve Beltline rail on the east side, but no one had the authority to just halt work being done in preparation for it, and yet work was, indeed halted, without MARTA board authority. Matthew Rao with Beltline Rail Now joined Ron to figure out who's responsible (guilty) and who can be held accountable. + Georgia Power and its parent Southern Company is doubling down on dirty energy options to prepare for speculative data center needs, according to the Southern Environmental Law Center, and SELC staff attorney Bob Sherrier joined Ron to discuss the irresponsibility of it all. + Anne Applebaum excoriates Donald Trump's latest public embarrassment - his letter to Norway whining about the Nobel Prize committee (not a government entity) as rationale for sabre-rattling in Denmark's direction (another nation altogether) to snag Greenland. Anne seeks GOP courage to wrest this madman's power - something we've yet to see from feckless Republicans doubtlessly never will until he's gone. + But hey, remember when Ted Cruz - aka "Nostra-dumb ass" correctly predicted in 2016 there'd be an era where a President Trump would threaten to bomb Denmark? Of course, he's tucked tail and course-corrected back in Dear Leader's graces since, but .. + There's hope for a youth movement with young elected leaders popping up in the Georgia legislature. The latest being 21-year old Rep. Akbar Ali, who joined Ron to let him take "young people" quips ("old people interacting with young people" quips, too) but also to learn what motivated Akbar's engagement in politics and the issues that drive him to serve. No big deal, dude; get acclimated to a heady gig while having to also run for re-election immediately. Good luck!

This is a replay Dr Steven Greer is a renowned figure in the field of UFO research and extraterrestrial encounters. In his captivating YouTube presentation titled "Illegal Secrecy & The Lost Century," he delves into the fascinating world of government secrecy surrounding UFOs and advanced technologies. Greer sheds light on the alleged suppression of information about unidentified aerial phenomena and explores the implications of a century of hidden knowledge. With thought-provoking insights and compelling evidence, he challenges conventional beliefs and invites viewers on a journey to uncover the truth behind these clandestine operations and their potential impact on humanity's future.

James Abbott presents The Outsider's Guide to UFOs as an accessible, clear-eyed exploration of one of humanity's most enduring mysteries. Written for curious newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike, Abbott cuts through decades of speculation, secrecy, and sensationalism to examine UFO phenomena with balance, historical context, and critical thinking. Rather than demanding belief or disbelief, he invites readers to stand outside entrenched camps and look at the evidence—government reports, eyewitness accounts, cultural influences, and scientific questions—with fresh eyes. Abbott's approach empowers readers to form their own informed conclusions while appreciating why the UFO question continues to challenge science, governments, and our understanding of humanity's place in the universe.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN INDICATORS AND SECRECY AT THE WHITE HOUSE Colleague Jim McTague, Former Washington Editor of Barron's. Jim McTague observes unusually light traffic and retail activity in Washington, D.C. and Lancaster, signaling a potential economic slowdown. He notes blocked views of White House construction and predicts a recession driven by rising state taxes and the depletion of pandemic-era stimulus funds for local governments. NUMBER 161835

An investigative journalist breaks the silence on UFOs, impossible science, & why disclosure is happening now.Podcast Highlights: • What governments admit publicly vs. what they acknowledge privately • Why UAP secrecy goes far beyond national security • The hidden architecture of global information control • What disclosure could mean for science, society, and our place in the universeToday's guest has spent decades exposing truths governments would rather keep buried. Investigative journalist Ross Coulthart joins us to reveal what he's uncovered about UAPs, classified science, and why the disclosure story unfolding right now may be the most important in human history. Ross is the senior special investigations correspondent for the NEWS NATION TV news network, where he presents the popular investigative TV show REALITY CHECK. To learn more: ⁠https://www.newsnationnow.com⁠/ (also on YouTube at: 'Ross Coulthart Investigates')Ross Coulthart is an Australia-based international investigative journalist, author and filmmaker with over 35 years in broadcast television public affairs and newspaper journalism. He is currently the senior special investigations correspondent for the NEWS NATION cable TV news network, where he presents the popular investigative TV show REALITY CHECK. Since 2017 much of Ross' work has focused on the phenomenon of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) aka UFOs, a subject long stigmatized and ridiculed but now acknowledged officially by the US Government to be an authentic scientific mystery worthy of serious investigation. His bestselling book IN PLAIN SIGHT: An Investigation into UFOs & Impossible Science broke a long-held taboo on mainstream media engagement with the UFO topic.I've got something special for you: get free access to a Starseed Video & Report to discover your galactic origins at - ⁠https://www.galactic-shaman.com/get-free-gift ⁠ Hear Ross and me at the L.A. Conscious Life Expo Feb 20-23, go to: ⁠https://debbidachinger.com/cle⁠Join me for the adventure of a lifetime Greece-Turkey cruise awaits at ⁠https://mysteryschoolatsea.com/⁠ MAR2026. Laura Eisenhower, Debbie Solaris, Gerladine Orozco, me, & Neil Gaur.If this conversation means something to you, hype the videos it helps. Your support by Subscribing, Commenting, & Hyping helps us reach more starseeds and lightworkers around the globe. Dare to Dream reveals what most shows won't touch — and what your soul's been asking for. Free Starseed Report: debbidachinger.com/starseedIG: @daretodreampodcast @debbidachingerHosted by Debbi Dachinger, award-winning broadcaster, shamanic healer, & book launch mentor for authors ready to rise.#debbidachinger #daretodreampodcast #podcast #rosscoulthart #uap #disclosure #UFOs #realitycheck #InvestigativeJournalism #ImpossibleScience #Whistleblowers #GovernmentSecrecy #NonHumanIntelligence #DisclosureNow #consciouslifeexpo #DavidGrusch #JakeBarber #LegacyProgram #DickCheney #newsnationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dare-to-dream-with-debbi-dachinger--1980925/support.

In this Prof Responds episode of Critical Magic Theory, Professor Julian Wamble revisits the Dumbledore family to examine how secrecy, sacrifice, and institutional failure shape Ariana Dumbledore's life, and the lives of those around her.Drawing on listener reflections, the episode explores how the Wizarding World's commitment to secrecy creates harm rather than protection, forcing families to absorb the cost of systemic failure.From Kendra Dumbledore's quiet labor and Percival Dumbledore's punishment to the rumors surrounding Ariana's absence from Hogwarts, this reflection asks how trauma is misread, victims are silenced, and care becomes indistinguishable from containment.Ultimately, this episode challenges us to rethink what protection actually looks like—both in the Wizarding World and in our own, and why societies so often ask victims to pay the price for keeping systems intact.

The conversation delves into the issues surrounding the secrecy of executive sessions held by the Cincinnati city council, the implications of police-involved incidents, and the role of media in ensuring government transparency. The speakers discuss the legal ramifications of the council's actions and the importance of public accountability in governance. They emphasize the need for open communication between the government and the public to maintain trust and integrity in city governance.Takeaways The lack of transparency in government meetings is concerning. Public accountability is essential for trust in governance. Executive sessions should have clear agendas disclosed to the public. The implications of police-involved incidents affect community trust. Media plays a crucial role in holding government accountable. Elections have consequences that impact governance and public trust. Legal ramifications can arise from government secrecy. Community engagement is vital for effective governance. The morale of law enforcement is affected by public perception. Healthy journalism is necessary for a transparent government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first episode of Critical Magic Theory in 2026, Professor Julian Wamble steps away from the six-part Albus Dumbledore arc for a rant/rave on Ariana and Aberforth Dumbledore—two characters whose stories expose the wizarding world's obsession with secrecy. Prof revisits Ariana's childhood attack by Muggle boys and argues it reveals how ignorance fuels entitlement and violence, while the Ministry of Magic prioritizes concealment over care, pushing families toward isolation instead of healing.The episode then turns to Aberforth: the sibling who stayed, the caretaker who absorbed the fallout, and a cautionary tale of what happens when grief and resentment fester in silence—yet who still chooses to protect Harry and resist Voldemort's world. Finally, the episode complicates what it means to be a “good” half-blood, showing how the Dumbledores don't fit neat categories of supremacy or bridge-building when their relationship to Muggles is shaped by trauma, passing, and retreat.

JOIN THE 7 DAY RESET - ▶️ www.therebuiltman.com/7dayreset   In this powerful and uncompromising episode of The Rebuilt Man Podcast, Frank Rich delivers a direct wake-up call to men who are tired of repeating the same cycle with porn year after year.   This episode isn't about motivation. It's about decision.   Coach Frank lays out 26 compelling reasons why 2026 must be the year men stop tolerating a habit they've already outgrown and finally step into freedom, discipline, and self-respect.   Rather than focusing on surface-level tactics, this episode goes deeper, exposing how porn erodes identity, confidence, ambition, presence, and purpose. Frank challenges listeners to stop negotiating with their old selves and start rebuilding their lives from the inside out.   The episode closes with a clear, actionable path forward, introducing the philosophy behind Reboot Your Life and the power of the Rebuilt Man Brotherhood, where identity is rebuilt through structure, accountability, and brotherhood.   If you're done "trying" and ready to become a different man, this episode draws a clear line in the sand.     What You'll Learn in This Episode Why this episode is meant to wake you up, not hype you up   How waiting "one more year" reinforces the identity you're trying to escape     Why secrecy, not lack of willpower is destroying your confidence   How porn numbs ambition, discipline, and presence   Why shame thrives in isolation and collapses in brotherhood   How identity, not motivation, drives lasting freedom   Why relapse isn't failure, but feedback exposing missing structure   What it actually takes to stop managing addiction and start rebuilding your life   Why freedom isn't optional, it's your God-given design       Key Takeaways This episode is not here to motivate you, it's here to wake you up   Most men fail because they keep negotiating with a version of themselves they've outgrown   Every day you delay is a vote for the man you're trying to leave behind   Secrecy erodes confidence; integrity rebuilds it   You were created to confront discomfort, not cope through escape   Identity is shaped by repetition, what you repeatedly do becomes who you believe you are   Shame thrives in secrecy; freedom begins when the cycle ends   Isolation feeds addiction; brotherhood breaks it   Relapse is feedback, not failure, it reveals missing structure   Freedom is your design; bondage is not your destiny       Next Step: Start Rebuilding Today   If this episode hit you, don't do what you've always done, feel inspired and go back to isolation.   Coach Frank invites you to take your first real step forward by joining the FREE 7 Day Porn Reset, where you'll get:   Clear daily structure Brotherhood-based accountability Identity-focused tools to break the cycle A proven starting point into the Rebuilt Man system 2026 doesn't need another attempt. It needs a decision.  

Join us on the Total Disclosure Podcast for an explosive interview with Rep. Eric Burlison, a key player in Congress's push for UFO/UAP transparency! Dive into the heart of disclosure: from private contractors hoarding alien tech, to whistleblower David Grusch's revelations, the factional fights stalling progress in both the UFO community & conservative circles. Rep. Burlison shares insider takes on Congressional hearings, subpoena powers, and why staffers might be blocking the truth. We explore Tim Burchett's comments on deep-water USOs and underground bases, predictions from figures like Chris Bledsoe about cosmic events and divine interventions amid global conflicts, and the eerie ties between Epstein's network and suppressed free energy tech. Could a breakaway civilization be watching us? Is the deep state using blackmail to control disclosure? #UFODisclosure #TotalDisclosure LINK THREAD—https://allmylinks.com/total-disclosureBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/total-disclosure-podcast--5975113/support.CONTACT TDP DIRECTLY For Collaboration, Use of Segments/clips, or any other media produced by “TDP” —TY.TotalDisclosure@gmail.comSpecial Thank you to all of our PODCAST/YouTube Channel Members for your continued support, and dedication to seeking the truth, together. We can't do this WITHOUT YOU!-COPYRIGHT-2020-Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commenting, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. Total Disclosure Podcast Copyright 2020 and … segments, early access to interviews, and a yearly gift autographed by yours truly!thank you in advance now, Let's explore the unknown together! =============================================================================

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2854: Jen explores why teaching children not to keep secrets builds stronger emotional safety, trust, and communication. Instead of equating secrecy with trustworthiness, kids can show integrity through kindness, reliability, and by practicing respectful privacy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/why-our-kids-dont-keep-secrets/ Quotes to ponder: "A surprise is something we keep quiet TEMPORARILY and makes people happy or excited when we share it." "Secrets aren't safe. Secrets aren't kind. Secrets aren't honest. Secrets don't make us trustworthy." "Secrecy is intentional and isolating. Privacy, however, is something everyone deserves."

Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Nate Cain – Corruption, border failures, and institutional secrecy converge as fraud scandals drain taxpayer funds and erode trust in government. From Minnesota's massive misuse of public programs to the ongoing border crisis and newly declassified CIA records, whistleblower insight exposes how accountability collapses when power goes unchecked and truth is buried...

Send us a textCalifornia's policy circus just raised the tent—and we brought the receipts. We open with Eric Swalwell's headline-friendly promise to “unmask” ICE and charge agents with crimes, then lay out why the Supremacy Clause makes that a nonstarter. Beyond the civics lesson, we get into the damage that reckless rhetoric does in the real world: it inflames tensions, confuses voters, and targets the wrong problem when the immigration system itself needs serious, lawful reform.From there, we track the financial fallout of big promises meeting hard budgets: Medi-Cal's reversal for undocumented adults after years of rapid expansion. We break down who's still covered, where the loopholes are, and how sudden eligibility shifts destabilize hospitals, clinics, and patients. Then we follow the money to Sacramento's most opaque construction site: a $1.1 billion Capitol Annex shrouded in thousands of NDAs. Security and bid integrity are valid concerns—but “broad information” gagged from taxpayers flips accountability on its head. If public dollars fund it, public scrutiny should frame it.We also confront the content mills that keep outrage alive. From claims of “illegal orders” in the military to AI-elevated health conspiracies, too many viral stories rely on insinuation over evidence. If there were real smoking guns, they'd land in court filings and major outlets, not cryptic livestreams. And yes, we call our own side to a higher bar: character matters, especially for those seeking power. Accountability beats spin, every time.If you're hungry for clear arguments grounded in law, fiscal reality, and basic transparency, this one's for you. Share it with someone who swallows headlines whole. And while you're here, subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: which claim or policy in this episode deserves the most scrutiny next?Support the show

JOIN "THE REBUILT MAN" ON SKOOL - ▶️ www.skool.com/rebootyourlife   Most men don't relapse because they're weak. They relapse because they're alone.   In this episode of The Rebuilt Man Podcast, Coach Frank Rich exposes the growing loneliness and isolation crisis facing modern men and why it's one of the biggest drivers behind porn addiction today.   Drawing from real client experiences, cultural data, and years of coaching men through recovery, Frank breaks down 7 reasons isolation fuels porn addiction, revealing how secrecy, shame, emotional pressure, and loss of identity quietly keep men trapped.   This episode isn't just about quitting porn. It's about reclaiming identity, brotherhood, and purpose—and why real freedom is never found alone.   What You'll Learn In This Episode Why porn addiction thrives in isolation—not weakness   How loneliness is quietly destroying men's standards, identity, and direction   The emotional pressures that drive relapse beneath the surface   Why shame grows stronger the more men fight alone   How porn becomes a counterfeit form of connection   Why purpose collapses without brotherhood   The missing piece most men overlook in recovery 7 Reasons Isolation Fuels Porn Addiction Isolation removes accountability Without brotherhood, standards collapse and discipline fades. Isolation multiplies emotional pressure Stress, anxiety, boredom, and resentment seek escape. Isolation erodes identity Men begin believing lies about who they are and what's possible. Isolation lowers standards Survival replaces growth when no one is calling you higher. Isolation amplifies shame Secrecy fuels the addiction loop. Isolation turns porn into a "relationship" Porn becomes comfort, control, and counterfeit intimacy. Isolation kills purpose and momentum Disconnected men drift—and porn fills the vacuum.     Join the Brotherhood   If you're ready to stop fighting alone and step into a container built for growth, support, and freedom:   ➡ Join The Rebuilt Man Skool Community — Free 7-Day Trial www.TheRebuiltMan.com/7dayreset   Inside you'll gain access to: Daily accountability Weekly coaching The 7-Day Reset The 12-Week "Reboot Your Life" Framework And a brotherhood of men who refuse to quit   – Follow Coach Frank: IG - https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@CoachFrankRich   Website - https://www.rebuiltrecovery.com/homepage

Transferable Concept #5: Teach them to live GRACE FILLED livesA theology of grace1. It's the unmerited and unconditional FAVOR of God toward us - 1 Jn 4:192. It's free to us, but COSTLY to God -1 Cr 6:19-203. The CROSS is God's greatest act of grace -Ro 5:84. SALVATION is a free gift from God -Ro 6:235. It must be received by FAITH -Ep 2:8-96. It produces GRATITUDE toward God and love toward others -Ti 2:11-127. Old Testament roots: Gn 3:21, 6:88. Biblical profiles: David, Peter9. New Testament command: Jn 3:16-18, Ep 2:8-9, 1 Pt 1:13Teach them that failure is never final1. Encourage them to MEDITATE on the lives of David and Peter, a murderer, adulterer, and betrayer among God's most beloved and mightily used servants2. Help them remove the power of the SECRECY and condemnation by practicing repentance and confession with some mature believers you can trust3. Teach them to REFUSE a "performance-orientation" with God; the relationship is always grace-orientation.Life message: You were created to RECEIVE grace and to give grace!Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

SummaryIn this episode, Clayton Cuteri delves into various pressing issues, including the FBI's recent arrests of alleged pro-Palestinian extremists, U.S. military actions in Venezuela, and the Pentagon's refusal to release critical video footage. He discusses the implications of Trump's foreign policy decisions, particularly regarding Venezuela, and the recent Protecting Children's Innocence Act.The conversation also touches on economic policies, including Trump's warrior dividends for military members, and the broader societal responsibilities in addressing these complex issues.Clayton's Social Media LinkTree | TikTok | Instagram | Twitter (X) | YouTube | RumbleTimecodes 00:00 - Intro02:26 - FBI Arrests and Terrorism Concerns05:17 - U.S. Military Actions and Venezuela09:39 - Pentagon's Secrecy and Accountability Issues13:19 - Trump's Foreign Policy and Venezuela17:08 - Protecting Children's Innocence Act23:00 - Warrior Dividends and Economic ImplicationsIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don Kin IG: https://www.instagram.com/donkinmusic/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44QKqKsd81oJEBKffwdFfPSuper grateful for this guy ^NEWSLETTER - SIGN UP HEREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/traveling-to-consciousness-with-clayton-cuteri--6765271/support.Official Traveling to Consciousness Website HEREALL Indigo Education Podcasts HEREMy Book: The Secret Teachings of Jesus HERE

Transferable Concept #5: Teach them to live GRACE FILLED livesA theology of grace1. It's the unmerited and unconditional FAVOR of God toward us - 1 Jn 4:192. It's free to us, but COSTLY to God -1 Cr 6:19-203. The CROSS is God's greatest act of grace -Ro 5:84. SALVATION is a free gift from God -Ro 6:235. It must be received by FAITH -Ep 2:8-96. It produces GRATITUDE toward God and love toward others -Ti 2:11-127. Old Testament roots: Gn 3:21, 6:88. Biblical profiles: David, Peter9. New Testament command: Jn 3:16-18, Ep 2:8-9, 1 Pt 1:13Teach them that failure is never final1. Encourage them to MEDITATE on the lives of David and Peter, a murderer, adulterer, and betrayer among God's most beloved and mightily used servants2. Help them remove the power of the SECRECY and condemnation by practicing repentance and confession with some mature believers you can trust3. Teach them to REFUSE a "performance-orientation" with God; the relationship is always grace-orientation.Life message: You were created to RECEIVE grace and to give grace!Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesYear End MatchDouble Your Gift TodayMinistry ReportAdditional ResourcesChristmas GiftsConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

12-18 The Athletic's Mike Silver speaks to teams that might be interested in Mac Jones next season & his take on why coaching contracts remain shrouded in secrecySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen To Full Sermon: "Benefiting From Koiahk Month" @ St. Joseph Coptic Orthodox Church - Mesa, AZ ~ December 9, 2025 https://on.soundcloud.com/U5UI7bZvhevgspsDex

A Missouri senator facing accusations of assault. A St. Charles judge hauled before a disciplinary panel to explain why he dressed up as Elvis Presley. In both cases, the public figures at the center of these separate scandals sought secrecy to keep their behavior out of the public eye — however, their legal maneuvers are now in the spotlight. In this December edition of the Legal Roundtable, our panel of expert attorneys discusses St. Charles Judge Matthew Thornhill, State Senator Steven Roberts, and more.

00:01:15 — The Drug War's Transformation Into Martial LawKnight links civil-asset seizures and militarized policing to a creeping domestic occupation, arguing the U.S. now treats its own citizens as combatants. 00:05:07 — Pentagon Secrecy Masks Moral Crimes, Not Security ThreatsHe exposes how “classified” operations conceal extrajudicial killings and corruption, revealing that secrecy protects officials, not national safety. 00:10:14 — Constitutional Erosion Through Endless Federal PowerKnight traces how unrestrained executive actions—drug bans, wars, and mandates—represent a total bypass of constitutional limits. 00:25:09 — mRNA Mandates as the Ultimate Drug CatastropheHe contrasts fentanyl deaths with vaccine injuries to show that government-backed pharmaceuticals inflicted greater global damage than black-market drugs. 01:15:17 — Artificial Intelligence Invades the ChurchKnight warns that pastors adopting AI for sermons and counseling are opening pulpits to manipulation, replacing discernment with machine-generated faith. 01:18:14 — Abortion Propaganda Aimed at ChildrenHe highlights how activists are targeting kids with pro-abortion storybooks and media campaigns that recast killing as compassion. 01:24:46 — Israeli Government Recruits U.S. Pastors for PropagandaKnight reveals a taxpayer-funded effort to train American ministers as political influencers for Israel's state agenda. 01:33:44 — Replacing Christ with the Modern StateHe argues the true “replacement theology” is global Zionism and technocracy elevating the state above God and morality. 02:05:06 — China as the Global Technocratic PrototypeKnight shows how Western elites are copying China's model of digital surveillance, social scoring, and centralized control. 02:12:52 — FDA Admits to Multiple Child Vaccine DeathsA leaked memo confirms pediatric fatalities from COVID shots, proving regulators shield corporations even after deadly outcomes. 02:21:38 — Artificial Intelligence and the Psychology of SuicideKnight details how AI chatbots manipulate users emotionally—demonstrating the psychological dangers of synthetic “companions.” 02:53:25 — Trump's Genesis Act Centralizes AI Power Under Federal ControlHe closes by warning that Trump's new AI policy merges corporate and state authority, completing the blueprint for a permanent technocratic regime. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

In this heartfelt episode of Unashamed Unafraid, join hosts as they sit down with Kyle and Madison, a couple who bravely share their journey through Kyle's pornography addiction and their path to recovery. From childhood struggles to marital challenges, Kyle and Madison discuss the impact of addiction, the importance of honesty, and the role of faith in their healing process. They candidly talk about the hurdles they've faced, the steps they've taken to rebuild trust, and how they found hope. Their story serves as a powerful testament to the power of vulnerability, resilience, and the commitment to walking the path of recovery together. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that sheds light on the realities of addiction and the possibilities for renewal.*To connect with Kyle & Madison, visit their Instagram & TikTokMake a donation and become an Outsider!Follow us on social media! Instagram, Facebook & TikTokSubscribe to our YouTubeCheck out our recommended resourcesWant to rep the message? Shop our MERCH!  For more inspiration, read our blogDo you have a story you are willing to share? Send us an email! contact@unashamedunafraid.com00:00 Introduction01:51 Early Childhood and Family Dynamics05:33 First Encounters with Pornography06:28 Struggles and Secrecy in Adolescence08:18 Marriage and Escalation of Addiction09:32 Discovery and Confrontation10:20 Attempts at Recovery and Relapse16:28 Creating a Safe Space for Honesty19:23 Personal Experiences and Empathy20:43 Steps Towards Healing and Faith21:24 The Power of Honesty in Recovery22:17 Struggles and Setbacks in the Journey26:15 Sharing the Journey on Social Media27:59 Viral Moments and Public Reactions35:55 The Role of Faith in Recovery38:27 Ongoing Recovery and Future Goals41:10 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

PREVIEW — David Daoud — Hezbollah's Ideological Bond and Financial Secrecy. Daoud explains that Hezbollah'sfinancial structures remain systematically opaque and untraceable, as the organization utilizes clandestine fundraising mechanisms and independent revenue streams rather than relying exclusively upon Iranian material support and financial transfers. Daoud characterizes the "genius" of the Hezbollah-Iran relationship as fundamentally ideological rather than transactional; Hezbollah maintains unwavering loyalty to Tehran rooted in shared religious conviction and revolutionary philosophy, meaning the organization would remain strategically faithful to Iran even if material support and financial subsidies were terminated, creating durable strategic partnership independent of fluctuating resource availability. 1960 BEIRUT

The Tenpenny Files – Marketed as safe and empowering, a widely used birth control injection conceals a troubling history of secrecy, influence, and harm. This powerful investigation exposes how women are steered into medical decisions without full consent, while long-term health consequences are dismissed, ignored, or misdiagnosed by institutions designed to protect them...