Podcasts about South America

Rafael Videla Eissmann is a historian from Chile (Santiago, 1979) who has written several books and articles about the Antarctic origins of mankind, the vestiges of the primal civilization of the Americas and its symbols, as well as other fields of the Pre-Columbian cultures. Some of his books are Raza Primigenia (“Primal Race”, 2003), El Diluvio y los Gigantes. Mitos y leyendas de Chile a la luz de la Cosmogonia Glacial (“The Deluge and the Giants. Myths and Legends of Chile according to the Glacial Cosmogony”, 2010), Símbolos rúnicos en América.Contact: ravidela@uc.clhttps://atlantipedia.ie/samples/tag/rafael-videla-eissmann/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, for a Friday Headline Brief packed with the top stories shaping America and the world. John Kerry Admits “Trump Was Right” on Border Policy Former Secretary of State John Kerry shocked Democrats by telling the BBC that his party was wrong to allow the southern border to be "under siege" under President Biden. Kerry stated that enforcing border laws is essential to national sovereignty and that Trump's stance was not discriminatory, but correct. Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Citizenship Order for Babies of Illegal Aliens A New Hampshire judge issued a nationwide injunction on Trump's executive order denying citizenship to foreign babies born in the U.S. The White House called it an unlawful workaround of the Supreme Court's recent ruling, while some argue it may force the Court to address the issue head-on. Texas Flood Aftermath: Delayed Alerts and Cloud Seeding Concerns With the death toll reaching 120, Trump and the First Lady visit the region. Governor Abbott calls for better emergency alert systems after reports of 90-minute delays. Meanwhile, scrutiny mounts over Rainmaker's cloud-seeding operations, with Bryan reminding listeners that geoengineering remains an unpredictable and powerful force. Pentagon Buys $400M Stake in Rare Earths Firm to Break China's Grip The U.S. Department of Defense is investing in MP Materials to boost domestic production of rare earth magnets. The move is part of a broader push to reduce dependence on China and prepare for increasing demand driven by AI and defense needs. U.S. Army Quadruples Order for Patriot Missile Interceptors The Army increases its planned order from 3,000 to 14,000 Patriot interceptors due to active deployments in Israel, Ukraine, and the Pacific. However, the U.S. still depends heavily on China for critical minerals used in production. AI Pushes Students Back to Blue Books as Brainpower Declines Schools across the U.S. are returning to handwritten Blue Books as teachers combat AI-assisted cheating. MIT research shows students using AI had lower brain activity and memory retention. Bryan says this is a win for education—and a warning about overreliance on technology. Israel Confirms Trump's Iran Strike Buried Uranium Stockpiles Israeli intelligence reports with high confidence that Operation Midnight Hammer entombed Iran's enriched uranium at key nuclear sites. Only Isfahan may be partially recoverable, and confirmation from on-ground sources is pending. U.S. Bans Mexican Beef Imports as Screwworm Threat Nears Border Trump shuts down Mexican cattle imports due to the spread of flesh-eating screwworms, which now sit just 370 miles from the U.S. border. The parasite has spread northward through illegal migration and cartel-driven cattle movements. Argentina's “Milei Miracle” Gains U.S. Tariff Support Capitalist President Javier Milei revives Argentina's economy with deregulation and deep spending cuts. A preliminary trade deal with the U.S. may eliminate tariffs on 80% of Argentine exports, helping fight socialism in South America. Netherlands and U.S. States Prove School Phone Bans Work A Dutch study finds major academic and social gains from banning student cellphones. Similar results are being reported in Republican-led U.S. states, with some Democrat governors now joining the effort. Colorado Cannabis Products Mislabel THC Content Nearly half of marijuana flower products tested in Colorado were mislabeled for THC potency, with average strength now three times higher than in the 1980s. The unregulated market raises mental health and addiction concerns. MIT Creates Brain-Controlled Prosthetics for Amputees MIT unveils a bionic leg integrated into human tissue that responds to brain signals. Veterans and civilians report dramatic improvements in movement, stability, and emotional well-being. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

On this week's episode of AvTalk, Indian investigators narrow the focus of their investigation on the crashed 787's fuel cut off switches. Lufthansa has quite the week with a damaged A340 in need of an unpressurized transatlantic ferry flight, a diverted 747 in South America, and a loose cat locked in a lavatory. A young […] The post AvTalk Episode 328: Lock the cat in the lav appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

U-S President Donald Trump threatens Canada -- again -- with another tariff hike. Even as the two countries are talking at the negotiating table. The president of an organization representing Canadian manufacturers says his members are already hurting -- but hope for a deal springs eternal. Critics say Alberta's new policies for school libraries are simple book-banning -- but the province's education minister tells us he's trying to protect kids from explicit content. 35 years after the start of what's commonly known as the Oka Crisis, Mohawk activist and artist Ellen Gabriel reflects on the police and military siege on her community. The Kanehsatà:ke Nation negotiator says that siege was a moment of awakening for Canada, and Indigenous people -- but that far too little has changed since. Regardless of blistering heat or blistering blisters, our guest is trying to become the first woman to walk from the southernmost tip of South America to the top of North America.As It Happens, the Friday Edition. Radio that warns: she does tend to ramble.

To understand what it takes to have a long career in this art game we have to talk to the people that have been doing for decades. LaShun Beal has been making and selling art for 50 years. He's seen all facets of the art world and has a lot of gems to give on working with galleries, the approach to creating, how to survived at art festivals and more. We talk about the age old question what is a style for an artists and how to interact with potential collectors. After a little art break where your boy JBarber had to get into show mode we are back in these art streets bringing you the best in Black art. It's the Noize! Listen, subscribe, and share!Episode 203 topics include:50 years in the art gamephases in an art careercreating with no limitswhat is a style?doing outdoor festivalsthe business of arthow to deal with galleriesthe creative processLaShun Beal, contemporary, figurative artist, born January 28, 1962, has dedicated his career to perfecting his art. He is a native of Detroit who now resides in the Houston area.He challenges and expresses himself through many mediums. The ground surfaces and canvases that he uses have their own distinctive character and matchless capacity which gives voice to his work and complements his unique style.After mastering the technical subtleties of different mediums and subject matters, Beal is content with the spirit that drives him to create a particular work of art; and, the evolution of his progress which is exemplified in his creations.He has done extensive traveling throughout Europe, South America and the Far East which has afforded him the opportunity to witness other cultures which is reflected in his art. Beal states, “As an artist, I must be free to choose what I do. I enjoy the process of creating with no limits. That is my vision . . . to let the viewer experience the depth of my range as an artist from their own perspective”.He translates his creativity into imagery while simultaneously masterfully using the mediums of acrylic paint, clay, oil pastels and graphite in his work. See more: LaShun Beal's website + LaShun Beal IG @lashunbealFollow us:StudioNoizePodcast.comIG: @studionoizepodcastJamaal Barber: @JBarberStudio

Hailing from Sydney, Australia, PhaseOne's distinct sound (a unique blend of hard-hitting Bass Music infused with Metal) quickly found him a niche in the hardline EDM landscape. His music has been described as “a symphony of filth”, and boy are they not wrong. As a producer, guitarist, and songwriter PhaseOne expertly crafts a “metal meets electronic” sound that not only defies genres but has earned him multiple number 1s, and millions of streams globally. PhaseOne's DJ performances bring unmatched energy to the stage; it's a show he's toured extensively in global markets including North America, South America, Europe, Australia, the Asia Pacific region, the Middle East, and Europe, playing sold-out headline shows and festivals such as Tomorrowland, EDC, Rampage and Lost Lands, with some of the biggest names in electronic music. His music is loved and supported by artists such as Skrillex, Illenium, Slander, and Excision. PhaseOne Links   Mr. Bill's Links

Send us a textJourney through millions of years of plant evolution with paleobotanist Dr. Aaron Pan, who unearths fascinating stories locked within fossilized leaves, fruits, and seeds from Earth's distant past. As Executive Director of the Museum of Texas Tech University, Dr. Pan bridges the worlds of scientific research and public education, sharing how ancient plant remains challenge our understanding of modern ecosystems.Prepare to have your assumptions about plant origins completely upended. Did you know eucalyptus trees – quintessentially Australian icons – likely originated in South America? Or that Africa once had thriving palm forests despite hosting fewer palm species today than tiny Singapore? Dr. Pan's research in Ethiopia reveals evidence of lush, palm-filled landscapes that existed 21-27 million years ago, before continental collisions dramatically reshaped Earth's biodiversity.The conversation explores how paleobotany differs from other paleontological disciplines, with plants presenting unique challenges since their various parts – leaves, flowers, fruits – can be scattered and fossilized separately. We delve into the collision of Africa with Eurasia that introduced zebras, giraffes, and lions to the continent, fundamentally altering both plant and animal communities in ways that continue to influence modern ecosystems.Beyond the science, Dr. Pan offers insights into museum work and the importance of preserving both specimens and knowledge. With 9.5 million items in its collection, the Museum of Texas Tech stands as the 19th largest natural history collection in America. Whether you're fascinated by ancient plants, curious about how continents shape evolution, or simply love museums, this episode invites you to appreciate the incredible depth of time and the long, winding journey of plant life on our planet.Support the showAs always, thanks so much for listening! Subscribe, rate, and review Planthropology on your favorite podcast app. It helps the show keep growing and reaching more people! As a bonus, if you review Planthropology on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser and send me a screenshot of it, I'll send you an awesome sticker pack!Planthropology is written, hosted, and produced by Vikram Baliga. Our theme song is "If You Want to Love Me, Babe, by the talented and award-winning composer, Nick Scout. Midroll tunes are by Rooey. Substack: Office Hours Website: www.planthropologypodcast.com Podchaser: www.podchaser.com/Planthropology Facebook: Planthropology Facebook group: Planthropology's Cool Plant People Instagram: @PlanthropologyPod e-mail: planthropologypod@gmail.com

GOLTV's Nino Torres joins for his Thursday visit as we tour the planet for all the news you need...A Portugal update for ATLUTD and who else is going where plusSouth America and who not to cross plus the Club World Cup and just how good PSG is

A busy Thursday Thoughts on SDH AM covers a LOT of groundMadison Crews drops by before morning practice as ATLUTD preps for Toronto FCWe look at the news of the AM in all comps, transfers, and divisionsHour 2 has GOLTV's Nino Torres looking at Europe, South America, and transfers andPulso Sports/Sounder at Heart's Niko Moreno on MLS, the Stefan Frei injury in Seattle and the rest of the weekend

The Amazon has been imagined as a pristine wilderness, one in need of protection from development. This framing has often treated the Amazon as a place without history, practically untouched before the arrival of colonizers in South America. Statistics is helping show the history is much more complicated than that and it's the focus of this episode of Stats and Stories with guest Dani Gamerman. Gamerman is Emeritus Professor at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, where he was professor of statistics from 1996 to 2019. He is the author of numerous books and research papers, and the StatPop blog. He was one of two statisticians who worked on a Science paper showing evidence of manmade earthworks deep in heart of Amazonia and is also the author of a Significance article examining the use of statistics to map this hidden history of the Amazon.

This week we're chatting to award-winning writer Shafik Meghji about Chile. Stretching almost a third of the length of South America, this narrow country is bursting with diverse landscapes, vibrant cities and incredible wildlife. Join us as we trek through the wilds of Torres del Paine, eat out in the buzzing port city of Valparaiso and journey to the mist-shrouded Chiloé Archipelago.Shafik's brand new book Small Earthquakes: A Journey Through Lost British History in South America is out July 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TOM CLANCY LINE OF DEMARCATION starts with the destruction of a US Coast Guard cutter and the loss of her entire crew. But the USCG Claiborne was on an innocuous mission to open a sea lane between an oil field off the coast of South America and the refineries of southern Louisiana. The destruction of the ship—tragic as it is—won't stop that mission from continuing.  So, who would sacrifice twenty-two men and women just to slow down the plan? That's the question plaguing Jack, who is in Guyana working on a deal to get his company, Hendley Associates, in on the ground floor of this new discovery.  But Russia's Wagner Group and a pack of Venezuelan narco-terrorists have other ideas—and will risk war with the United States to see them through. It's up to Jack to identify the killers before they draw a bead on him . . . but how can he do that when the line of demarcation between friend and foe is constantly shifting?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

In the 1960s, prison escape was all the rage. Getting free and running away to South America was the way forward and what most attempted to do, but many failed. However, three, depending on who you ask, may or may not have been successful. What is still a mystery to this day, did three men who attempted to escape Alcatraz survive their attempting? Lets discuss that today! Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales and I hope you enjoy Alcatraz's Only Successful Escape: The Unbelievable True Story Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RoanokeTalesPatreon Merch: Roanokemerch.com #truestory #truecrimedocumentary #truecrimecommunity

Fred vents about plane etiquette after traveling for ten days in South America. Kaelin is nervous about her maid of honor duties. And we have a tiebreaker in The Showdown! Find out who wins!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fred and the crew are back from vacation! Listen to Fred tell us about his trip in South America! Plus, Kaelin is very nervous to be a maid of honor in her best friend's wedding this weekend. And, it's Game Show Wednesday, find out who is victorious, listen now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Target (TGT) and Walmart (WMT) begin competing sales events to take on Amazon's (AMZN) Prime Day. Ed Butowsky thinks both will trail AMZN, but says Walmart could have an edge on electronics because of the company's "huge balance sheet" and ability to cut prices. He looks at the subscriber count comparison, pointing to a huge margin between Amazon and Walmart. For Target, he says "people don't think about it as an ecommerce powerhouse" like AMZN or WMT. Ed adds that he likes Mercado Libre (MELI) calling it the Amazon of South America.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

For the author, storyline and plot are incredibly important. Creating great characters, however, is even more important. What does it take to create memorable characters that our readers will never forget? David concludes this two-part episode with four more practical tips to help you create characters your audience will never forget!Resource Highlight- When the Future EndedDavid and Annie are serving the Lord in the US, Africa, India, and South America. Would you consider joining their team? Just click here to get involved. Thanks so much!Show credits:Opening music- Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Transition music- Highlight Reel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Closing music- Slow Burn Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ana Maria Duran Calisto, Co-Principal of Estudio A0 and Daniel Rose Visiting Assistant Professor at the Yale School of Architecture. The three discussed the shift in relationship between technology, culture and nature in architecture; the cultural background of South America; architecture and the Amazonia; the colonial and monocultural mindset; Ana's educational background; shifting career paths; the University of Amazonia design competition; and more. This episode is supported by Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE  • Apple Podcasts  • YouTube  • Spotify CONNECT  • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office  • Instagram • Facebook  • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings. The views, opinions, or beliefs expressed by Sponsee or Sponsee's guests on the Sponsored Podcast Episodes do not reflect the view, opinions, or beliefs of Sponsor.David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet

Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what's coming up this month on Armchair Explorer. It's part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, and a whole lot of part “wait, you did what?” Special Offer: we've revived our ⁠NEWSLETTER!⁠ (scroll to the bottom of our homepage to signup) And contact us for a free copy of our fearless leader Aaron Millar's ebook:  ⁠The 50 Greatest Wonders of the World⁠ Award-winning travel journalist Aaron Millar reveals the greatest wonders of the world and the insider secrets on how to see them. From where to catch the perfect sunrise over the Grand Canyon to how to swim up to the very edge of the Victoria Falls, this is a road map for discovering the greatest experiences of your life. 

Dive into the amazing world of electric eels: what they really are (spoiler—they're not true eels!), how their special electric organs work, and how they use electricity to hunt and protect themselves in the rivers of South America. Here's our trail map:What Is the Electric Eel?How Do Electric Eels Make Electricity?How Does the Electric Eel Use Electricity?What Does the Bible Say About Electricity?Episode Links:Explore the Answers Bible Curriculum by Answers in Genesis: AnswersBookstore.com/bibleTry CTCMath for free for one week: https://ctcmath.com/Order Eryn's book: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Electric Eel Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/electric-eel-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askOrder Eryn's book, Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:“The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” Psalm 28:7 (NIV)“You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:14 (NIV)“The LORD is my rock, my protection, my Savior. My God is my rock. I can run to him for safety. He is my shield and my saving strength, my defender.” Psalm 18:2 (NCV)“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 (ESV)Terms Learned in This Episode:Gymnotiforms: Meaning “naked back.” A category (order) of fish that do not have fins on their back.Organ: A special part inside a body with an important job to do. Main, Hunter's and Sachs Organs: Special organs in an electric eel's body that produce electricity.Cells: Tiny building blocks that make up all living things, like plants, creatures, and humans. They are so small you can only see them with a microscope.Electrocytes: Special cells with positive and negative charges.Weakly Electric Fish: Electric fish in the gymnotiform order that use an invisible electric field around their body to sense what is around them.Strongly Electric Fish: Electric fish in the gymnotiform order that create and emit strong electric currents to zap and stun their prey.Electric Organ Discharge (EOD): When an electric fish sends out an electric pulse or wave.This podcast episode contains paid advertisements. Mentioned in this episode:Explore...

The Trump administration announced potential ⁠higher import tariffs starting August 1st⁠, including 25% on Japan and South Korea, with threats against retaliatory measures from other nations. This action follows President Trump's executive order to extend a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs until next month.  Geodis has appointed ⁠Laura Ritchey as the new President and CEO of its Americas region⁠, where she will manage and grow contract logistics, freight forwarding, and transportation across North and South America. Ritchey will oversee approximately 20,000 employees in eight countries and has also joined the group's executive board.  The American Trucking Associations (ATA)  is ⁠losing its influence in the trucking industry⁠, as many small fleets and owner-operators, who have increased their truck numbers by 245% since 2008, criticize the ATA for misrepresenting their interests. The ATA, primarily representing larger fleets, faces criticism for backing legislation that harms independent truckers, despite claiming to speak for all.  Listeners are also reminded of upcoming FreightWaves TV episodes, including ⁠Check Call with Mary O'Connell⁠ at 12:30 and ⁠Loaded and Rolling with Thomas Wasson at 2 PM⁠. Don't forget to register for the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit⁠ coming up on July 23rd and the ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium⁠ in Washington DC on July 30th at ⁠live.freightwaves.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

listener comments? Feedback? Shoot us a text!In this episode, Tlakatekatl critically examines the current political climate in the United States, particularly the increased targeting and detention of immigrants from Central and South America by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Tlakatekatl argues that ICE's claims of targeting only criminals are false and that the agency is engaging in what amounts to kidnapping. Tlakatekatl also connects the rise of authoritarianism and anti-immigrant sentiment to the mainstream media's failure to hold power accountable. He concludes by exploring psychological and sociological theories, such as the Authoritarian Personality and Social Dominance Theory, to understand the rise of authoritarian figures that can contribute to the appeal of fascism. Support the showYour Hosts:Kurly Tlapoyawa is an archaeologist, ethnohistorian, and filmmaker. His research covers Mesoamerica, the American Southwest, and the historical connections between the two regions. He is the author of numerous books and has presented lectures at the University of New Mexico, Harvard University, Yale University, San Diego State University, and numerous others. He most recently released his documentary short film "Guardians of the Purple Kingdom," and is a cultural consultant for Nickelodeon Animation Studios.@kurlytlapoyawaRuben Arellano Tlakatekatl is a scholar, activist, and professor of history. His research explores Chicana/Chicano indigeneity, Mexican indigenist nationalism, and Coahuiltecan identity resurgence. Other areas of research include Aztlan (US Southwest), Anawak (Mesoamerica), and Native North America. He has presented and published widely on these topics and has taught courses at various institutions. He currently teaches history at Dallas College – Mountain View Campus. Find us: Bluesky Instagram Merch: Shop Aztlantis Book: The Four Disagreements: Letting Go of Magical Thinking

In this episode of Just Schools, Jon Eckert talks with Alysia-Lara about how loss and healing led her to a life of listening, leading, and lifting up student voices. She shares how education became a path to purpose. A powerful student question, “What language do you dream in?”—guides this conversation about identity and belonging.  The Just Schools Podcast is brought to you by the Baylor Center for School Leadership. Be encouraged. Connect with us: Center for School Leadership at Baylor University Jon Eckert LinkedIn Baylor MA in School Leadership   Jon Eckert: Alysia, welcome to the Just Schools podcast. I want to jump right in with a question for you that I think is an interesting one for all educators, but I think particularly for you. But many of us in education have known we wanted to be in education since we were kids. What drew you specifically into education? Alysia-Lara: So my story is quite layered. But I'd start by saying, so as a child, my identical sister and I, we just loved playing schools. We both knew we wanted to be teachers. We would ask our dad to take on different roles as different students and we loved that. But she tragically passed away when we were six years old and something inside me just shattered and the loss was indescribable for me. And so, due to the trauma, I stopped speaking for about four years plus after that. And when I reflect on that, I think my silence became a form of survival. I was just trying to survive at that point. And I think, subconsciously, I rejected that dream that we shared for being teachers because it was just too painful. So when it came time to choose a career, I went for medicine. I was one of those irritating A-star students so my dad encouraged me on that path. He knew how much I love children and thought I could lead in medical school in that capacity. However, I only lasted three months. The reality hit so quickly that I wasn't made for hospitals, blood, or sick people. So it wasn't the best space. But I had a conversation with my parents about that and I remember telling them I still wanted to work with children. So my mum arranged me to go back to my old primary school. And honestly, that was it. I felt God's call clearly for the first time in so many years. It was a really reminder for me of what He had placed in my heart from such a young age and education actually became part of my healing. But also, a way to honor my sister's memory. Jon Eckert: That's such an amazing story. And the first time I heard that, it was so moving for what you had been through, the tragic loss and the trauma that you experienced that you don't wish on any kid. And yet, this path that you found to education, which led you to the work that you do today, which I'd love for you to talk a little bit about what motivates your work that you do today specifically in education. Alysia-Lara: So today, I think what really motivates me is that radical potential of encounter. And by that, I mean by even the simple act of listening deeply to a student's story or a parent's fears or a colleague's hopes, that helps me to create spaces for transformation. And I think within education and within my role that I have, I'm able to do that and I'm really energized by what becomes possible when we bring children and young people into dialogue. And that's across different cultures and backgrounds and, also, involving other generations as well. So for me, in my role now, education is really a space where meaning and purpose is searched for. It's not imposed upon students. I remember loving my school. But I also remember not seeing people who looked like me in the stories or in the curriculum that I was taught and that really had a deep sense of impact on my identity. I didn't feel like I truly belonged even though I enjoyed my school. So it was more about me assimilating rather than feeling included and I just wanted to really change that for other students. I remember what it's like not to have a voice but have words that I wanted to say and I want to make sure that I create spaces where I can lift up the voices of others. Particularly if they're from marginalized backgrounds. And I was reflecting recently that, for me, education is a Christian mission of hospitality. It's creating those spaces, honoring the stories, welcoming those on the margins. So it's really deeply relational and sacred work, that's how I view what I do. And so, we're offering welcome to others, creating opportunities. But also, having the humility to be changed positively by those who we welcome and that's very much about what I do today. Jon Eckert: Well, I love the generous hospitality you described because I really think as Christians, we should be the most hospitable people in the world as we welcome people in. And through the work that you're doing in the United Kingdom with schools giving students a voice, I think it's especially powerful because you, for over four years, did not have a voice. And so, I think it's helped you listen in different ways that a lot of us have missed because people like me are too busy talking instead of listening. And so, this next question really builds off that. What do you think students most need from educators as you listen to educators, students especially, and then speak to educators all over the world, in fact? But what do you think they most need from us? Alysia-Lara: Sure. I think it's a really great question. I mean, I'm very blessed to be able to speak to children from three-year-olds to 18-year-olds within my work. And what is so clear is that they just need us to be present. And that's not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually for them as well. And to kind of create spaces where these spaces say that you matter, you belong. You're not here to be fixed but you are here to be known, to know who they are. And this can be obviously across curriculum but it also can be beyond that. And just enabling children to be able to ask big questions, to tell their truths and kind of wrestle with the complexity that we have today. I also think that what the students really need is not to be reduced to outcomes. So they're more than their achievements, it's that whole child that's in front of us and knowing that there is such a delight in the mystery of learning and becoming within education. So that's I think what I'd say for that question. Actually, there's one more thing, and this came from a child that I'm thinking of, to really cherish the uniqueness of each and every student and that came from a 12-year-old which I thought was really beautiful. Jon Eckert: That is beautiful. And you're remarkable at listening to kids and hearing that kind of common grace that comes through that, because that's how God sees us. And as His followers, that's how we should be seeing others because we're... Each is very different than some or all. It's that individual that we are created in His image and how do we see that and hear that and make sure they know that. And so, you had a conversation with a student that I love that you had shared with me at the conference where we met for the first time. You speak several languages and you had a student ask you a really good question about how you dream when you speak different languages. What language do you dream in? And so, could you share that interaction and what you told him? Alysia-Lara: Of course. I mean, I think the best questions come from children just before they're about to go to break time or what you would call reset. And then, they ask the question and they run outside. They're like, "What do I do with this?" Although this is about 15 years ago now, this question stays with me. And the young student who was aged seven asked, "Ms. Sirinda, if you speak two languages the same or equally, what language do you dream in?" That was such an incredible question because when I had time to think about it, I realized it wasn't just about language. This was about belonging. This was about identity, memory, home. And it reminded me that we're all layered in that our dreams, like our hopes, are often held in the languages and experiences that have shaped us. So for me, that question really opened up a space of dialogue about culture. And actually, this young child, at seven years old, offered me hospitality in the form of a question and I've never forgotten that. So at the time, I did tell him that I needed just a minute to think about that. But I said that it depends on who was in the dream. For example, if it was my grandma, it would be in Portuguese because that's the language she spoke to me in. But maybe English with other people. But I think that question will always stay with me. Jon Eckert: Mm-hmm. And such a beautiful answer because in that, following up on the last question, what do students most need from us? They need hope. They need a sense of agency. They need a sense that they can become more of who they were created to be. And so, just the way you talked about dreaming, that's what we want for each kid, that they dream that they can become more of who they were created to be. But this next question is, you've worked in many countries, what do you think every parent and educator should know about students? So we asked you earlier, "What do they need?" But what do you think we should know? You have an audience of mostly adults listening to this, so what should we know about students from your perspective? Alysia-Lara: Yeah. I would say I'm... Whether it's England or West Africa or South America where I've been in senior leadership in education, what is really important is just to really know about their uniqueness, like I sort of alluded to. That every child carries a stories, they carry ancestry, some carry unspoken pain, but all have amazing potential. And these are shaped by lots of different things such as their faith, their community, the cultures they come from, what they really yearn to learn, and what they're searching for with regards to meaning. But I think what is coming out most recently within my work is needing to acknowledge that the shift in how students are engaging today. So we know that social media and AI and are now deeply woven into how students see themselves and how they relate to others. Now, these spaces, they can sometimes offer connection and creativity and things like knowledge. But they also bring that pressure, that distortion, and sometimes can be harmful. So I think the educators and parents, it's really important to know that we can walk alongside them. They need us to walk alongside them in their journey. And we're in that space, not in a controlling way, but just to be there for them. And just reminded that for students, they're not determined by algorithms or likes that social media is kind of dictating, but who they are in Christ and help them to grow into that fullness of who they were created to be. Jon Eckert: Yeah. That's beautiful. And I think your point earlier about being present, that they need us to be present. We need to make sure that our devices, life around us is not distracting us from that embodied soul. That's the only immortal thing we're going to come across in a day. It's that individual. It's that relationship. And that's a really good reminder. And I feel like you have such a unique take on this because of your love for education with your twin sister and then the loss of your sister at six and then that long space of silence where you're surviving. I feel like there is something that came out of that trauma that is this beautiful understanding of that and I think you see and hear people differently because of that. And so, when you think about that experience. And then, when you think about the best and worst advice you've ever given or received, how would you... I'm really curious to hear what you would say about this because I feel like you should have some really interesting insights into advice that was given to you as you went through... You've gone through really hard things or advice that you've given that's been helpful or advice that you've received that hasn't been helpful or what you've received that's been life-giving to you. So can you share either one? You can go whatever order you want. Most life-giving, most helpful advice, or least helpful advice. Take it away. Alysia-Lara: I'll start with the worst one and then I'll go to the best one. I think the worst advice I have ever been given was just to do my best to fit in. That made me shrink even smaller. It made me hide who I truly was. Real freedom came when I embraced my story and realized that belonging doesn't mean I have to blend in. Okay. I wasn't speaking, I wasn't articulating as other people were, but take a moment to look at my writing or the way I played my musical instruments. It's a whole different thing. So I think that's probably the worst advice I was given. And the best advice, I think, I was given... I'm going to kind of turn this on its head a little bit, if that's okay. I'm going to say as the best question I've been asked is, "What makes my heart sing?" And that's what my grandma used to ask me every day, particularly after my sister passed, waiting for a day where I actually verbally respond to that. And I wouldn't always, I might hug her so... But I still today take time to think, "What makes my heart sing? What has given me joy today? What has given me life today?" And yeah, so within that, I think I've kind of turned that a little bit on its head, but just knowing that there's still joy no matter what we're going through. Jon Eckert: Yeah. I love that. I have a friend who talks about, "What stirs your affections every day? And I love that, that, "What makes your heart sing?" And that's what we want our kids to be able to articulate and identify. And so, we can't give what we don't have. And so, it's really good to be aware of that. So given that, the best and worst advice, which... Very good. And I like advice in the form of a question. I think anything that can make us think is helpful. But what do you think the biggest challenge facing students today is? Alysia-Lara: I think one of the biggest challenges that children trying to navigate are really complex, noisy, divided world where there's lots of political debates. There's turbulence for them as well with regards to, like I said, social media, AI, and how they see themselves which is causing lots of confusion to conform. External influence is saying who they should be. But actually, it's not about that. It's who they are in Christ. So they're often found that they're competing with different external voices and that's really hard for them. So it's about them knowing who they are in Christ. I think that's one of the biggest challenges. But also, having an unpredictable future. I think that's quite hard for them to navigate. But then, often, when I speak to children, it's still hearing those young voices who still lean into hope, even though they know there are certain challenges. But they know that actually they can make a difference, even in the spaces that they're in. Jon Eckert: No, that's good which leads nicely into the last question. What makes you most hopeful about our students? Alysia-Lara: I think their openness. Their openness and resilience is just so inspiring. Their willingness to question, to listen, and to connect across differences is so powerful. I think there's a lot that adults can learn from our students and they are really eager to build this sort of just and compassionate world. They show kindness and creativity and they truly inspire all aspects of my work. Jon Eckert: Yeah. Well, it's a great place to wrap up but so grateful for the work that you do and the story that you have to share. But more importantly, the stories you elicit from kids. Because I think that's one of the things, great leaders can tell a good story. But the best leaders elicit those stories from others and then make that part of the culture of the organizations they lead, so really grateful for that. So thank you for your time and for joining us today. Alysia-Lara: Thank you so much.  

For this week's episode, we're heading over to beautiful Brazil to look at a protector of the forest, the Curupira! How does this monster use its backwards feet to trick hunters? Why can São Paulo go a whole week without passing a government bill because of them? Find out this week!Send us a textSupport the showYou can find us on: Myth Monsters Website Spotify Apple Podcasts GoodPods Amazon Music Social media: Twitter BlueSky Instagram Facebook TikTok

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Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Port Pressures: Navigating Grain Facility Challenges with Smart Equipment Solutions Sponsored by AGI – Ag Growth InternationalIn this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz, Director of Global Training and Education at GEAPS, is joined by Justin Paterson of AGI (Ag Growth International) to dive into the modern-day challenges faced by grain port facilities — and how innovative equipment and systems from AGI are helping operators tackle these head-on.With 20 years of experience in the grain industry across both North and South America, Justin brings a unique global perspective to the discussion. Before joining AGI in 2018 as Vice President of Global Engineering, he served as Director of Engineering for a major grain handler in Canada. He holds degrees in Civil Engineering and Agriculture, and is a registered Professional Engineer and Professional Agronomist. Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Justin is now based at AGI Brazil, just outside São Paulo, where he leads global engineering strategy for AGI's commercial infrastructure.From navigating logistical bottlenecks to enhancing throughput, safety, and operational efficiency, AGI offers scalable, smart solutions tailored to commercial grain operations. Justin shares insights from the field and explains how AGI collaborates with customers to design systems that meet the unique demands of port terminals.Tune in to learn:What makes grain ports unique compared to inland facilitiesHow AGI approaches problem-solving through integration and customizationTrends shaping the future of commercial grain handling at scaleWhether you're new to the grain industry or a seasoned pro, this episode sheds light on the evolving needs of port operations and how forward-thinking companies like AGI are rising to the challenge.Explore more about AGI Website: https://www.aggrowth.com Commercial Solutions Overview: AGI Commercial Landing Page YouTube Channel: AGI on YouTube LinkedIn: AGI on LinkedInGrain Elevator and Processing Society champions, connects and serves the global grain industry and its members. Be sure to visit GEAPS' website to learn how you can grow your network, support your personal professional development, and advance your career. Thank you for listening to another episode of GEAPS' Whole Grain podcast.

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Become a Client: https://nomadcapitalist.com/apply/ Get our free Weekly Rundown newsletter and be the first to hear about breaking news and offers: https://nomadcapitalist.com/email Join us for the next Nomad Capitalist Live event: https://nomadcapitalist.com/live/ With Argentina now gaining attention for its potential Citizenship by Investment program, the country is quickly becoming a topic of interest for Nomad Capitalists. If you've been wondering whether Argentina deserves a place in your international strategy, this episode is for you. Javier and Natalia break down the key considerations for relocating to Argentina, including the immigration process, legal pathways, tax implications, and how it could fit into your broader plan to go where you're treated best. Nomad Capitalist helps clients "go where you're treated best." We are the world's most sought-after firm for offshore tax planning, dual citizenship, international diversification, and asset protection. We use legal and ethical strategies and work exclusively with seven- and eight-figure entrepreneurs and investors. We create and execute holistic, multi-jurisdictional Plans that help clients keep more of their wealth, increase their personal freedom, and protect their families and wealth against threats in their home country. No other firm offers clients access to more potential options to relocate to, bank in, or become a citizen of. Because we do not focus only on one or a handful of countries, we can offer unbiased advice where others can't. Become Our Client: https://nomadcapitalist.com/apply/ Our Website: http://www.nomadcapitalist.com/ About Our Company: https://nomadcapitalist.com/about/ Buy Mr. Henderson's Book: https://nomadcapitalist.com/book/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode should not be considered tax, financial, investment, or any kind of professional advice. Only a professional diagnosis of your specific situation can determine which strategies are appropriate for your needs. Nomad Capitalist can and does not provide advice unless/until engaged by you. 

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In 1950, something happened to a man named Enrico Carotenuto Bossa. Whatever it was left him completely shaken and ushered in one of the most bizarre UFO encounters to ever occur in South America. But not only that, it would be part of a larger mystery that seemed to plague the region of Bahia Blanca in Argentina.Special thanks to our voiceover talents in the episode:Robb Moreira: https://www.robbmoreiravo.com/Pavel Ibarra: https://allmylinks.com/pavelancheLucrecia Carrasquilla: https://www.facebook.com/lucrecia.carrasquillaResearch by Marcus Lowth: https://www.ufoinsight.com/Get tickets to COSMIC FREQUENCIES: https://www.cosmicfrequencies.org/Please take a moment to rate and review us on Spotify and Apple.Book Ryan on CAMEO at: https://bit.ly/3kwz3DOPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/somewhereskiesByMeACoffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/UFxzyzHOaQPayPal: Sprague51@hotmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/NTkmuwyB4FBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ryansprague.bsky.socialTwitter: https://twitter.com/SomewhereSkiesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/somewhereskiespod/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryansprague51Order Ryan's new book: https://a.co/d/4KNQnM4Order Ryan's older book: https://amzn.to/3PmydYCStore: http://tee.pub/lic/ULZAy7IY12URead Ryan's articles at: https://medium.com/@ryan-sprague51Opening Theme Song by SeptembryoCopyright © 2025 Ryan Sprague. All rights reservedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/somewhere-in-the-skies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate Adie presents stories from Israel, Zimbabwe, Taiwan's Kinmen Islands, Lithuania and Peru.In Israel a small group of peace campaigners has been going against the grain of the public mood to highlight the plight of Palestinian people in Gaza, and has called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war on humanitarian grounds. Wyre Davies met them in Jerusalem.It's 25 years since Robert Mugabe's controversial land reform programme ignited a wave of violent land seizures from Zimbabwe's white farmers. The current government has begun paying compensation to some of the farmers forced from their land – Shingai Nyoka considers whether it can help bring much-desired reconciliation.Taiwan's Kinmen Islands are just a few miles off the coast of mainland China, which has made repeated attempts over the decades to annex the outpost. Today locals continue to live amid ongoing tensions with China - as well as the strain between modern and traditional ways of life, reports Adrian Bridge.In Lithuania's capital Vilnius is the imposing Lukeskes prison. Once infamous for its appalling conditions, it provided a dystopian setting for the sci-fi series Stranger Things. Today, it's been transformed into a new artistic hub, but is this hipster culture erasing vital national history? Joshua Askew recently paid a visit.And finally, BBC Budapest correspondent Nick Thorpe recently had a change of scene. venturing to South America and the high Andes of Peru, where he travelled on a donkey through the Cordillera Blanca range, past lakes and waterfalls – and rapidly disappearing glaciers.Series Producer: Serena Tarling Production Coordinators: Sophie Hill & Katie Morrison Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith

It's a subsidiary of one of the largest machinery manufacturers in Japan: Sumitomo Machinery Corporation of America. Jim Solomon is its CEO. Solomon overseas the company's locations in North, Central, and South America while staying in close contact with corporate headquarters in Japan. It's an interesting leadership role in that Solomon finds himself interacting with different cultures regularly. Before becoming CEO, he came up through the finance function and says today he has a particular interest in Human Resources. He joins us to discuss leadership in a global organization, balancing different cultures, and the importance of investing in your employees.  Learn how the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William and Mary can help you and your organization develop your top talent through customized executive education and professional development programs. Visit us at www.wmleadership.com. Thank you for listening.

SummaryIn this episode of the Imperfect Cheerleader podcast, host Jasmine Neely engages in a deep conversation with mentor Kevin Hyrams about the multifaceted nature of failure, the importance of resetting and persistence, and the transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Hyrams shares his journey of founding SideReal Global, emphasizing the role of innovation in dance and the necessity for dancers to embrace their identity as brand ambassadors. The discussion also touches on the evolving landscape of pro cheerleading, the need for better pay, and the potential for future trends in the dance industry. In this engaging conversation, Kevin R. Hyrams and Jasmine Neely explore the intersection of dance, branding, and personal success. They discuss the importance of shaping one's image in the dance industry, the value of dance in professional sports, and how success evolves over time. Kevin shares valuable lessons learned from the women in his life and emphasizes the need for authentic support systems to overcome fear and achieve goals. The discussion wraps up with rapid-fire insights, highlighting the significance of authenticity and the power of community in personal and professional growth.Chapters00:00 The Importance of Resetting and Persistence03:56 Navigating Personal Loss and Regret05:22 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship08:28 The Birth of SideReel Global11:19 Innovating in Business: Meeting Client Needs14:08 The Role of Dancers as Brand Ambassadors17:10 Leveraging Innovation in Performance19:59 Building Relationships and Networking23:03 The Future of Dance and Business Integration40:20 NIL Opportunities for Dancers42:11 The Value of Dance Teams in Sports44:59 Maximizing Brand Ambassadors47:44 Innovative Ideas for Dance Teams50:47 The Importance of Understanding Dance52:48 Redefining Success in Dance56:14 Future Trends in Dance and Technology01:04:34 The Role of Arts in Society01:14:25 Defining Personal Success01:22:05 Carrying a Legacy01:23:26 Influence of Women in Life01:26:32 Lessons from Family01:28:21 Support from a Partner01:30:45 Empowering Women in Medicine01:32:13 Respecting Women and Traditions01:34:15 Overcoming Fear of Failure01:38:24 Building Authentic Support Networks01:40:06 Rapid Fire Insights01:51:03 Looking AheadKevin Hyrams biography Kevin R. Hyrams is an innovative business leader and entrepreneur, serving as the ManagingDirector and Founder of Sidereal Global, LLC. Under his visionary leadership, this diversified holding company excels in business development, branding, digital media, and private equity engagement. Kevin is renowned for integrating advanced technologies with strategic foresight, driving sustainable growth and delivering measurable client success. Sidereal Global reflects Kevin's dedication not only to entrepreneurial excellence but also to creating solutions that connect business innovation with community betterment.Kevin's career is defined by a global perspective and large-scale operational expertise. At Eastman Kodak Company, he managed operations spanning 35 countries across North and South America, crafting market-specific strategies that led to double-digit profit growth. At Bank of America, Kevin brought his expertise to the digital landscape as Senior Vice President of Consumer E-Commerce Services. Overseeing platforms serving more than 25 million users, he drove a 17% increase in digital engagement and expanded mobile banking adoption to 2 million users within a year. Kevin's contributions extend to board service for several organizations, including the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, TEGNA/WCNC-TV, and the Urban League of Central Carolinas, where his strategic guidance continues to make a meaningful impact.Social media and where to find Kevin:@krhyrams Sidereal Global everywhere

Dusty Jones joins us on the show. Dusty Jones is a US Army Special Forces veteran or more commonly known as a Green Beret. “Dusty” graduated the Special Forces Qualification Course at the ripe young age of 20 and was assigned to the “Red Empire” 7th Special Forces Group. He has served in numerous roles while deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and throughout Central and South America. Some of those roles include: Assaulter, Assault Team Leader, Sniper, and Surveillance Team Controller. Dusty has served as liaison and adviser to US Army Generals as well as numerous foreign nation Counter-Parts. Dusty has continued his service since leaving Active Military Service as a lead trainer in firearms, vehicle operations, signature reduction, motivational speaking, corporate leadership and resiliency. Clients include: The US Marshall's, Elements of DHS, JSOC, overseas missionary groups and Fortune 500 companies. Dusty is an avid outdoorsman, hunter, fisherman, competitive shooter and entrepreneur.

Happy 2nd anniversary to the pod, and I can't think of a more vital filmmaker for our time and for this episode than Nathaniel Lezra. His film ROADS OF FIRE (2025), winner of the Best Feature Documentary at the 2025 ‪@officialSBIFF‬ interweaves the lives of a human smuggler navigating the treacherous Darién Gap (the only land bridge between North and South America), an asylum seeker rebuilding her life in New York City, and volunteers working on the frontlines of a growing humanitarian emergency.It found distribution from ‪@NewMountainFilms‬ with a theatrical release in September 2025, with event screenings in markets like New York and Los Angeles. As we talk about, it's the straight shooting explainer of the migrant crisis that our country needs right now. So much to be excited for in the third year of the podcast — happy Fourth of July. In this episode, Nat and I talk about:does he see ROADS OF FIRE as an explainer of the migrant crisis?how the film is a straight shooter politically;the theatrical run planned for September;the ambition of the film and the three threads — asylum seekers in NYC, migrants in Colombia, and humanitarian organizations — that he nimbly showcases in the film;his recommendation for film school graduates in getting started with shoots near Ukraine and Colombia; why documentary and not narrative?how narrative films demand life experience;how much he cares about gear as a filmmaker often on the road;what's next for him.Nathaniel's Indie Film Highlight: THE ACT OF KILLING (2012) dir. by Joshua Oppenheimer; THE LOOK OF SILENCE (2014) dir. by Joshua Oppenheimer; Matthew Heineman; THE TERRITORY (2022) dir. by Alex Pritz; 20 DAYS IN MARIUPOL (2023) dir. by Mstyslav ChernovMemorable Quotes:“ This film…traces very much my own exposure and journey becoming more aware of the migrant crisis”“ I've never put myself in a position other than once or twice in Colombia where I felt like I was letting go of control and truly just riding what was given to me.”“You'd be surprised what your own nuts and bolts production literacy will get you.”“ I don't want to be scared of the world. I want to have experiences.”“ And for me, the only way to do that is to find those stories and just accept my vulnerability and accept my ignorance to some degree and walk out into the world and see what the world has to offer.” “You need to live life in a serious way before you take a bite out of a narrative project.” “I spoke to some high schoolers not too long ago, and a lot of people are really astounded to learn just the value of your iPhone.” Links:Follow Nat On InstagramROADS OF FIRE WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

Bf Barry says of summer starting, revving up, especially for co-host Kerry: Barry says “hanging out and hanging in” But as we greet the summer season, we're hanging out with someone Kerry came across through Steph McCoy of the fashion, style, and inclusion platform "Bold Blind Beauty". Of course, it's about the representation which I think is very important, also for the generations that are younger than me, but also because I think we should celebrate these different perspectives. And I also hope to show other travelers with low vision, that it's us who get to share this perspective with the sighted travelers and I think there's a cool aspect in that. Marie Elise joins us on Outlook this week to talk travel, the value of experiencing the loveliness and power of the planet by making use of all our available senses, and adapting to the shifting sands of genetic vision degeneration. Whether it's chickens, hummingbirds, or horses, Elise wanted to be a veterinarian growing up and now wants to share her message of experiencing the sound of a hummingbird and not just seeing it, and joins us from South America with the sound of those chickens outside the door. She describes her special connection to horses and the trust it takes to ride with fading sight, but the benefits of emotional regulation for a deeper connection and something she could apply to life going forward were helpful for coping with all of it. She says of her life travels, as she's worked to befriend the anxieties that developed in her 20s as the realities of her Stargardt's blindness became clearer: “I feel like that if you live in another country, that culture and that country becomes a part of you. It really has helped me develop as a human.” So whether it's growing up amongst the bicycles in the Netherlands, studying Spanish in Spain after high school, or her time in Argentina, Marie has a dream going forward: Of course, it's about the representation which I think is very important, also for the generations that are younger than me, but also because I think we should celebrate these different perspectives. And I also hope to show other travelers with low vision, that it's us who get to share this perspective with the sighted travelers and I think there's a cool aspect in that. Marie has a blog “Beyond My Blur” where she shares her own perspective on the places she's been lucky to get to experience and how to do this, with the full spectrum of senses, more fully: https://beyondmyblur.com

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:  First—China lashes out at the U.S. over the Trump administration's trade deal with Vietnam, and warns other nations against striking agreements that undermine Beijing's economic interests. We'll have the details. Later in the show—we'll look at the surprising technological leaps being made by South America's drug cartels, after Colombia's navy seized its first drone-operated narco sub, which was outfitted with a Starlink antenna enabling real-time satellite navigation. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief TriTails Premium Beef: Celebrate with steak worth standing for. Get a free ribeye with the Freedom Box at https://Trybeef.com/PDB. True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/PDB#trueclassicpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a busy Thursday Thoughts on SDH AMWe look at the news from Spain on a loss in the soccer world to startWe go over the Gold Cup semifinals and the USWNT friendly in DCAnd in Hour 2, Nino Torres from GOLTV looks at transfers, the USMNT, South America, and the news from LiverpoolNiko Moreno, from Sounder at Heart/Pulso Sports, looks at the headlines in the Western Conference in MLS and some of the weekend matchups in the league 

GOLTV's Nino Torres comes Fully Loaded on a ThursdayWe look at the passing of Diogo Jota and his brother from earlier that morning, Palmeiras, the USMNT and the Gold Cup, Argentina, and the Intermedio and Penarol...All in one place...

The Bible and ancient manuscripts such as the book of Enoch, the Dead Sea Scrolls, as well as historians such as Josephus and Homer - all spoke of a race of giants that once walked the earth in ages past. Whats more? The writings of many Spanish Chroniclers, countless 20th century US newspaper reports and the oral traditions of almost every ancient culture around the globe confirm this phenomenon of a race of mysterious hybrids. From the elongated skulls discovered in South America that feature up to 30% more cranial volume than conventional human skulls, to the giant skeleton bones of the mound builders un-earthed in North America, the evidence can no longer be ignored... In this episode I sit down with Travis Roy - explorer, researcher, historian and founder of the popular Instagram account "Giants of Ancient America." Travis shares about his interesting journey that led him deep into this controversial subject. From countless hours spent scouring the digital archives of America's oldest newspapers, Travis shares many of his most incredible findings that reference the discovery of giant skeletons in North America. And being a native of the great state of Texas, Travis not only tells us about his shocking local explorations, but also shows us the GIANT footprints and axe heads he has unearthed in his home state...Follow Travis on Instagram & Youtube Join me on a Tour

What if everything you were taught about Hitler's death was a lie? What if the most evil man in history didn't die in a bunker but escaped to South America, where he lived for decades while building a secret Nazi empire that still influences world events today? This explosive full-length documentary investigation reveals evidence that will shatter everything you thought you knew about World War II's end. The Grey Wolf operation wasn't just about one man's escape—it was about the systematic relocation of Nazi leadership, stolen technology, and occult knowledge to Argentina, where they established underground networks that continue to operate in the shadows. We're talking about secret bases, advanced experimental programs, and connections to mysterious phenomena that the Allied powers have spent 80 years trying to cover up. Our comprehensive investigation uncovers never-before-revealed testimonies from locals who witnessed Hitler's presence in Argentina, FBI documents that were classified for decades, and evidence of Nazi experiments that went far beyond anything conducted in Germany. The escape wasn't just about survival—it was about continuing research into consciousness manipulation, advanced weaponry, and technologies that challenge our understanding of physics itself. From the rat lines that smuggled war criminals to South America to the mysterious German colonies that still exist today, we expose how the Third Reich didn't end in 1945—it relocated and evolved. Mystery enthusiasts and truth-seekers know that some historical narratives are carefully constructed lies, and this documentary proves that the biggest lie of all was Hitler's supposed death. We'll reveal connections between the Argentine Nazi network and modern conspiracy operations, unexplained phenomena in South America, and the systematic suppression of evidence that would prove the most wanted man in history lived comfortably in exile while the world believed he was dead. The Grey Wolf operation connects to everything from missing gold reserves to advanced aircraft sightings to genetic experiments that continue to this day. From declassified intelligence files to eyewitness testimonies, from archaeological evidence to modern DNA analysis, this documentary exposes how the Nazi escape network became the foundation for ongoing secret operations that most people would find impossible to believe. The war didn't end—it just went underground. Stream exclusively on Spreaker for uncensored bonus content about the Argentine Nazi colonies, or find us on Amazon Music (ask your Alexa about Hitler escape theories), Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and everywhere truth-seekers get their historical reality checks. Some endings are carefully constructed lies—this episode reveals the truth.

While the headlines focus on control of the Panama Canal, there is another extremely important and strategic location which could change the course of trade dominance in the Western Hemisphere: on the Pacific Ocean side of South America, in Chile, lies CopiaPort-E, billed as the “Rotterdam of the Pacific." Todd Calllender, CEO of the Cotswold Group, which has set up a Memorandum of Understanding with Chinese Representatives to purchase equity and the rights to develop the Super Port project, is working with members of the Trump Administration to have the U.S. control and develop the deep-water port -- one the CCP wants as well. Callender talks with Dr. Corsi about CopisPortE, why its control is important and its potential to increase international trading dominance for the nation which owns the rights on Corsi Nation.Visit The Corsi Nation website: https://www.corsination.comIf you like what we are doing, please support our Sponsors:MyVitalC https://www.thetruthcentral.com/myvitalc-ess60-in-organic-olive-oil/Swiss America: https://www.swissamerica.com/offer/CorsiRMP.phpGet Dr. Corsi's new book, The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy: The Final Analysis: Forensic Analysis of the JFK Autopsy X-Rays Proves Two Headshots from the Right Front and One from the Rear, here: https://www.amazon.com/Assassination-President-John-Kennedy-Headshots/dp/B0CXLN1PX1/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20W8UDU55IGJJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ymVX8y9V--_ztRoswluApKEN-WlqxoqrowcQP34CE3HdXRudvQJnTLmYKMMfv0gMYwaTTk_Ne3ssid8YroEAFg.e8i1TLonh9QRzDTIJSmDqJHrmMTVKBhCL7iTARroSzQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=jerome+r.+corsi+%2B+jfk&qid=1710126183&sprefix=%2Caps%2C275&sr=8-1Join Dr. Jerome Corsi on Substack: https://jeromecorsiphd.substack.com/Visit The Truth Central website: https://www.thetruthcentral.comGet your FREE copy of Dr. Corsi's new book with Swiss America CEO Dean Heskin, How the Coming Global Crash Will Create a Historic Gold Rush by calling: 800-519-6268Follow Dr. Jerome Corsi on X: @corsijerome1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/corsi-nation--5810661/support.

How to raise close to $100 million for real estate—and build an empire that spans multifamily, Class A student housing, and partnerships across the globe? In this high-energy episode, Nizan Mosery shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a New York real estate family to flipping houses in Florida, and now leading large-scale acquisitions and capital raising efforts worldwide. Nizan reveals his intentional approach to networking, how he leverages strategic partnerships, and why knowing your "zone of genius" is essential for success. If you're serious about scaling your real estate business and raising capital with confidence, this episode is packed with wisdom you can't afford to miss.5 Key Takeaways from Nizan Mosery's Episode:Zone of Genius is Non-Negotiable: Identify your unique strengths early and build a team that complements your weaknesses—this is how Nizan scaled successfully.Student Housing is a Hidden Gem: Nizan explains why he shifted into Class A student housing post-COVID and how it delivers stable, 12-month leases and premium rents.Networking with Intention: Don't waste time at events—Nizan shares his system for filtering conversations and finding the right partners fast.Fund of Funds for Global Capital: By building trusted relationships with fund managers in South America, Israel, and India, Nizan simplifies large capital raises.Master the Pitch with Precision: Using the “Flip the Script” method and high-energy presence, Nizan shows how to confidently pitch deals, win trust, and raise capital effectively.About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai

What happens when you lose everything—your business, your home, your sense of direction? For Peter Murphy Lewis, aka, Strategic Pete, it was the start of something deeper: a reimagined life and business, built with intention.Peter is a fractional CMO, documentary filmmaker, and former TV host who once led one of South America's top travel companies. In this conversation, we explore how he rebuilt from the ground up, choosing freedom, family, and sustainability over hustle culture.We talk about the power of simplicity in marketing, why most campaigns fail to deliver ROI, and what business owners can do differently to create real results. Peter also shares how he's structured his business to support the life he wants to live—and the lessons he's carried with him from the trails, the road, and the stage.Whether you're building a business, rethinking your marketing strategy, or simply seeking a more aligned way to live and work, this conversation is a grounding and energizing listen.Show notes:The Eisenhower Matrix: How to prioritize your to-do listLearn more about Peter:WebsiteLinkedInBook recommendation:The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts, by Gary ChapmanTraction: Get a Grip on Your Business, by Gino WickmanFollow me on: Instagram @stacyennisFacebook @stacyenniscreativeLinkedInYouTube @stacyennisauthorTo submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit http://stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

Amado Carrillo Fuentes was one of the most powerful drug traffickers of the 1990s, moving hundreds of tons of cocaine and amassing billions while forging deep ties with Colombian cartels and corrupt Mexican officials. At the height of his power, he controlled the Juárez Cartel and operated a fleet of private jets, outpacing rivals and law enforcement alike. His influence stretched from Mexico to South America and the U.S., making him a near-mythic figure in the drug world—until his sudden death during a secret plastic surgery left more questions than answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Follow Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras on a quest to discover South America's hidden wonders. From the Last Incan Bridge and the Machu Picchu of the North to the Everlasting Lightning Storm and a statue of a squid fighting a whale the size of the statue of liberty (yes, you read that right), this is an epic ride through Colombia, Venezuela, Bolivia and Peru's weirdest and wildest wonders. The stuff glittering in the shadows that you may never have heard of before, but you'll be desperate to see after. But it's more than that too. When we think of wonders of the world we think of The Grand Canyon, the Great Pyramids. These are undeniably awe-inspiring, but they're obvious. Everyone goes there, and all too often the experience and the destination suffer as result. Atlas Obscura's mission is to open our eyes to the wonders all around us, the bizarre, hilarious, incredible things that inspire our curiosity and make our jaws drop at the amazing world we share. Wonder is a state of mind, they say, not a place; and the more we look for it, the more it becomes a part of who we are. This is a quest to discover South America's hidden wonders, but we may just discover something hidden in ourselves too. “The problem of failing to recognise the magic in the world lies not with the world, but with us; and it is our job to turn ourselves into vessels of recognising that magic.”  - Dylan Thuras, co-founder Atlas Obscura  Highlights include: ·    Visit the Last Incan Bridge, an 120-foot long woven grass suspension bridge, straight out of Indiana Jones, which has been re-built every year for more than five centuries. ·    Stand at the base of Gocta Falls, the most incredible waterfall you've never heard of – twice the size of the Empire State Building. ·    See Venezuela's Everlasting Lightning Storm, the most electric place on the planet. ·    Meet the Colombian village who travel by home-made zip-line across the jungle. ·    Find out about the inspiration for Atlas Obscura, how it went from a childhood love of weird Midwestern roadside attractions to a global phenomenon and New York Times bestseller. ·    Hear about such crazy historical inventions as the cat piano, the vomiting statue and a language created entirely out of music ·    Learn how by changing our mindset we can escape the wonder deficit of the modern world and live more meaningful and extraordinary lives Atlas Obscura tells extraordinary stories about hidden places, incredible history, scientific marvels, and gastronomical wonders. ⁠www.atlasobscura.com⁠ / @atlasobscura  Dylan's book, ‘Atlas Obscura: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Hidden Wonders', is a No. 1 bestseller on Amazon and in the New York Times: ⁠https://www.atlasobscura.com/unique-gifts/atlas-obscura-book⁠ This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ARMCHAIR and get on your way to being your best self. Armchair Explorer⁠ is produced by ⁠Armchair Productions⁠. Aaron Millar presented the show and did the audio editing and sound design. Our theme music is by the artist ⁠Sweet Chap⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full Text of ReadingsTuesday of the Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 378The Saint of the day is Saint Junipero SerraSaint Junipero Serra’s Story In 1776, when the American Revolution was beginning in the east, another part of the future United States was being born in California. That year a gray-robed Franciscan founded Mission San Juan Capistrano, now famous for its annually returning swallows. San Juan was the seventh of nine missions established under the direction of this indomitable Spaniard. Born on Spain's island of Mallorca, Serra entered the Franciscan Order taking the name of Saint Francis' childlike companion, Brother Juniper. Until he was 35, he spent most of his time in the classroom—first as a student of theology and then as a professor. He also became famous for his preaching. Suddenly he gave it all up and followed the yearning that had begun years before when he heard about the missionary work of Saint Francis Solano in South America. Junipero's desire was to convert native peoples in the New World. Arriving by ship at Vera Cruz, Mexico, he and a companion walked the 250 miles to Mexico City. On the way Junipero's left leg became infected by an insect bite and would remain a cross—sometimes life-threatening—for the rest of his life. For 18 years, he worked in central Mexico and in the Baja Peninsula. He became president of the missions there. Enter politics: the threat of a Russian invasion south from Alaska. Charles III of Spain ordered an expedition to beat Russia to the territory. So the last two conquistadors—one military, one spiritual—began their quest. José de Galvez persuaded Junipero to set out with him for present-day Monterey, California. The first mission founded after the 900-mile journey north was San Diego in 1769. That year a shortage of food almost canceled the expedition. Vowing to stay with the local people, Junipero and another friar began a novena in preparation for St. Joseph's day, March 19, the scheduled day of departure. On that day, the relief ship arrived. Other missions followed: Monterey/Carmel (1770); San Antonio and San Gabriel (1771); San Luís Obispo (1772); San Francisco and San Juan Capistrano (1776); Santa Clara (1777); San Buenaventura (1782). Twelve more were founded after Serra's death. Junipero made the long trip to Mexico City to settle great differences with the military commander. He arrived at the point of death. The outcome was substantially what Junipero sought: the famous “Regulation” protecting the Indians and the missions. It was the basis for the first significant legislation in California, a “Bill of Rights” for Native Americans. Because the Native Americans were living a nonhuman life from the Spanish point of view, the friars were made their legal guardians. The Native Americans were kept at the mission after baptism lest they be corrupted in their former haunts—a move that has brought cries of “injustice” from some moderns. Junipero's missionary life was a long battle with cold and hunger, with unsympathetic military commanders and even with danger of death from non-Christian native peoples. Through it all his unquenchable zeal was fed by prayer each night, often from midnight till dawn. He baptized over 6,000 people and confirmed 5,000. His travels would have circled the globe. He brought the Native Americans not only the gift of faith but also a decent standard of living. He won their love, as witnessed especially by their grief at his death. He is buried at Mission San Carlo Borromeo, Carmel, and was beatified in 1988. Pope Francis canonized him in Washington, D.C., on September 23, 2015. Reflection The word that best describes Junipero is zeal. It was a spirit that came from his deep prayer and dauntless will. “Always forward, never back” was his motto. His work bore fruit for 50 years after his death as the rest of the missions were founded in a kind of Christian communal living by the Indians. When both Mexican and American greed caused the secularization of the missions, the Chumash people went back to what they had been—God again writing straight with crooked lines. Saint Junipero Serra is the Patron Saint of: California Missions Click here for more on Saint Junipero Serra! Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

In this week's podcast, we shine a light on the humans behind the sanctuary—especially co-founders Kat and Scott—to find out what they actually do all day. You might be surprised to learn that direct elephant care isn't the main part of their daily routine. A large portion of their work involves managing staff in both Brazil and the U.S., juggling logistics, and overseeing projects across multiple time zones.Kat and Scott also talk about their current projects and how their decades of expertise in captive elephant husbandry have made them sought-after consultants. Despite the heavy workload and immense responsibility of running a sanctuary, neither would have it any other way.And soon, the winner (and guest) of our virtual auction sweepstakes will get the chance to see it all firsthand during their upcoming visit to the sanctuary.Please note that this podcast was recorded before Tamy's passing.The episode transcript can be found here.Email: We'd love to hear from you podcast@globalelephants.orgWho we are: Global Sanctuary for Elephants exists to create vast, safe spaces for captive elephants, where they are able to heal physically and emotionally. There are elephants around the world in need of sanctuary, but too few places exist to be able to care for even a fraction of the elephants. International support is necessary to build sanctuaries for elephants in need of rescue and rehabilitation. Our pilot project is Elephant Sanctuary Brazil where Asian and African elephants relocated from across South America live their best lives.Website: https://globalelephants.org/Donate: Global Sanctuary for Elephants is a U.S. 501(c)3 non-profit. Our work is made possible by donations. You can support our work with a general donation, purchasing items from our wishlist, or adopting one (or all) of our elephants for a year. You can also donate with Crypto!Thank you for your support!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, & YouTube While we encourage and appreciate you sharing our podcast, please note that…This presentation is protected by U.S. and International copyright laws. Reproduction and distribution of the presentation or its contents without written permission of the sponsor is prohibited.© 2023 Global Sanctuary for ElephantsA big Thank You to the talented musicians Mike McGill, Ron McGill, & Sean Rodriquez for composing our podcast jingle.