Podcasts about Solomons

We just finished the brutal slog through the Solomons, and now we're following the Central Pacific drive straight into Tarawa. This wasn't jungle fighting, it was open beach and shallow reefs, turning a straightforward landing into a nightmare. Marines found themselves stranded, wading through chest-deep water under relentless fire. Communication fell apart, and every yard gained came at a heavy cost. Today, we're diving into the chaos and courage at Tarawa. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.

By late 1943, the Allies had turned the tide in the Pacific, but one significant stronghold still loomed. In Japan's most critical South Pacific base, Rabaul served as a launch point for air and naval operations across New Guinea and the Solomons. Instead of a costly direct assault, Allied planners devised a strategy to neutralize Rabaul through isolation, cutting off its supply lines and rendering it ineffective.  Bougainville became the next step in this plan, providing airfields and a staging ground for the final push. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.

I am sad to report that Winston Peters is wrong. His thinking that the Pacific favours friendship has been proven naive. As I have always said, chequebooks win and we don't have a chequebook and even his goodwill gesture in 2017, when he lined up along side Labour and handed out a billion dollars, has proven woefully short. The Chinese have shown over the weekend that the world is changing, and in a dramatic way, and we haven't even mentioned the word Trump yet. The Cooks deal is about mining the seabed. It's about things at great depth in the ocean that are worth a fortune. In the meantime the Chinese navy has arrived locally and we are busy diverting planes while having no idea why they have done what they have done. The best reasoning I have seen so far is from Mick Ryan, who appears on this show periodically. He is ex-military and a great thinker and is deeply worried. If he is, we all should be. His theory is the Chinese are reminding Australia that you might want to stay local instead of wandering off and doing your exercises in places like, oh, I don't know, Taiwan? If you don't know what's coming and when, staying local makes sense. They are sending a message. Is it legal? Yes. It's international waters so it's international law and nothing has been broken, apart from the fact they are rude by not letting anyone know. But then that's the point. There is also a sense that some sort of picking of sides is coming i.e AUKUS or no AUKUS. We might like to think about that as well. We might also like to look at our defence forces and wonder, yet again, if we have tried our luck just a little too long and what's left of what we have, might need a bit more dough spent on it. But, as for the Pacific, Mark Brown will say nice things. But money talks and it has talked. The Pacific generally are being, or have been, bought off by Chinese money, whether its security like the Solomons or mining like the Cooks. Friendship doesn't solve any of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By mid-1943, the Allies were advancing through the Solomons, pushing toward Rabaul. After securing Guadalcanal and New Georgia, their next target was Vella Lavella. Unlike previous battles, the Japanese opted to withdraw rather than defend the island outright, but the fight was far from easy. Marines, Seabees, and New Zealand forces faced logistical chaos, relentless air attacks, and fierce resistance from the remaining enemy troops. As U.S. forces established a foothold, Japanese commanders launched a last-ditch evacuation, leading to a violent clash. Vella Lavella proved the growing strength of Allied coordination, air superiority, and adaptability in island warfare. With the island secured, the path to Bougainville, and ultimately Rabaul, was open. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehistory for a free audiobook and a 30-day trial.

It's Always "No" If You Don't Ask When it comes to the world around you, the old adage, "You catch more flies with honey, than vinegar", still holds true. As an amputee, I have seen this firsthand. When I smile at someone, they smile back. If I say Hello with a smile, I start a conversation and usually educate someone who is curious. And when I ask questions, that I may be afraid to ask (because I don't want to look like I'm looking for handouts), I usually find someone who has a connection or an "in" to helping me. Rarely do I hear No, but I take the chance anyway, like 2 weeks ago. I went with my son to pick up his new ski boots, that was all we were going to do, but I started looking around and dreaming of a new pair of skis and boots as mine are over 20 years old. The problem? I only need one ski and one boot, I ski without my prosthetic on and with outriggers. This causes a problem because no one sells singles, so I decided to ask a probing question to the guy helping my son. "Do you ever get a rouge ski come in?"  His answer, we sometimes get skies that someone leaves behind after buying new ones, asking if we can get rid of them. And sure enough, Gil, at SkiPro here in Phoenix checked my height and ski level and went in back only to emerge with a beautiful pair of Solomons! He literally said, "Here, they're yours, they were just going into the dump." I couldn't believe my luck... or maybe I just manifested it by smiling and creating a connection, a relationship. I decided to see if boot companies had singles they might have because of manufacturing defects and how could I get in touch, and Gil measured my foot and we had the same boot size. He told me he'd reach out to me later that week. Tuesday rolled around and he called and said he had 2 pairs for me to try out. I drove straight down to his shop to give them a go. They were perfect!! We talked while he fitted the liner to my leg and made an insole for my foot, we connected, and I shared my story with him and my joy of getting out there and doing life. He told me about his time he spent skiing and his life up in Washington, and how he'd worked with an adaptive ski program up north and I just thought, "Wow, this was a God wink" The chance that I talked to a guy who knew his stuff, worked with other adaptive skiers in the past AND was my boot size. incredible. But it was about connecting, opening up, accepting that "No" could be the answer, but I might as well ask. I went in that day to be with my son, and I walked away that week with a "new" pair of skis and boots that I can't wait to use this season. Remember, if you never ask, the answer will always be "No", but taking a chance on people, asking the questions, asking for assistance with a genuine heart, never hurts. Hey, you may even walk away with new skis! Checking the liner out My new friend, Gil. Thanks, man, I appreciate you!     Simple CTA this week. What have you been wanting to try but don't have the equipment or resources to get it? Go out and find connections. Build relationships in that community. Email people. Ask the questions. You never know who you'll meet and where it'll take you! Don't be afraid to try and hear, "No".  Be afraid of never asking and always wondering, "What if".   You are all warriors, so rise up and get out there. Have a blessed week and let me know how it's going! And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,          

For most people, caffeine is their first drug of choice, and a very legal one used in everything from energy drinks and coffee to products you wouldn't expect (think protein bars and over-the-counter pain relievers).That over-reliance on caffeine to provide a daily boost in energy and alertness often comes at a high cost, especially if you're addicted to it (which many people are) or metabolize it very slowly (as a majority of people do).So, if you could find a substitute to caffeine that provides some of the same benefits but without the health problems, would you try it?Paul shares his very positive experiences trading his morning espresso with butter for UPDATE, an energy drink formulated with the far gentler paraxanthine, with its formulators Daniel Solomons and Shawn Wells this week on Spirit Gym.Connect with Daniel and Shawn and the UPDATE community at their website and on social media via Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, TikTok and Instagram. Learn more about Shawn and his work at his website and Zone Halo.For Spirit Gym listeners: Save 25 percent on a 12-pack of UPDATE's four refreshing flavors (Berry, Lime, Mandarin or Peach or a variety pack) at this website and use promo code CHEK25 at checkout. (Special offers from Spirit Gym guests are time-sensitive and at their discretion to redeem after 30 days.)Paul will also be hosting an exclusive Q&A session with Daniel and Shawn exclusively for Spirit Gym listeners at a future date so sign up for your Spirit Gym podcast membership today!Timestamps1:01 Why Paul invited Daniel and Shawn to talk about UPDATE.7:52 “I believe I was on the edge of death either intentionally committing suicide or unintentionally committing suicide through all my work.”15:05 How much caffeine do you drink every day?19:51 Today's energy drinks over-fuel people.32:03 A chemistry lesson in formulating a cleaner, healthier energy drink.42:26 Allostasis, homeostasis and hormesis.58:04 Experiencing the flow without the frazzle.1:08:26 Could UPDATE be used as a supplement?1:16:29 The combination of caffeine and paraxanthine can be problematic.1:22:45 The deeper physical and mental implications of always being switched on.Find more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz) by Brave as BearsAll Rights Reserved MusicFit Records 2024We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBiOptimizers US and BiOptimizers UK PAUL10Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesWe may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

#OCEANIA: Nauru  and Solomons bullied by both camps. @CleoPaskal, FDD 1943 Solomon Islands

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