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This Memorial Day, the America's Founding Series honors Dr. Joseph Warren who was one of the Revolution's earliest martyrs whose legacy has faded from public memory. Before Washington commanded armies, Warren stood at the heart of Boston's resistance, rallying patriots with his words and ultimately giving his life at Bunker Hill. Join Professor Nick Giordano as he brings this forgotten hero's story to life. His passion, sacrifice, and enduring message that the liberty of “millions yet unborn” rests on courageous action. This is the story of a doctor who became a symbol of freedom and paid the ultimate price before America was even born. Episode Highlights: The untold story of Dr. Joseph Warren's rise from physician to revolutionary leader How Warren's actions set the Revolution in motion, including the midnight ride and the siege of Boston A powerful Memorial Day tribute to one of America's first fallen patriots who gave his life for liberty

It's been another day of storms and tornado watches in parts of the South. For the better part of a week now, severe weather has led to major damage and deaths in its wake. As residents are beginning to dig out, there are real questions about the immediate federal response and what states can expect this summer as the Trump administration makes big changes to FEMA. William Brangham reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The Diamondbacks' offense put up nine runs and handed the Dodgers their fourth loss in a row on Monday night at Dodger Stadium. We have more on the bombs from Gabriel Moreno, Lourdes Gurriel Jr, and Geraldo Perdomo, another quality start from Brandon Pfaadt, and the D-backs getting a huge win to start this series.

De, Mel, JP, & Maria 00:00: We're in the middle of a hostile government takeover 01:15: SotU 2025 02:03: Beyond the Gates 03:36: Luigi Mangione Sex Tapes 07:00: Donald Trump Warmly Discusses Arnold Palmer's Penis Size: ‘They Said, Oh My God, That's Unbelievable' 09:15: Manigone courtroom drawings 11:00: A protest in pink: Democrats respond to Trump's speech through clothes 16:15: Cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security 17:40: NIH on YouTube 18:57: Introducing Dr. J, the Science Gay on mRNA Vaccines 31:00: The discovery of citric acid 32:10: RFK Wants to Send People to ‘Wellness Farms.' 34:40: The Privatization Of Everything | how America sold itself out 36:27: Megan Kelley vs. Don Lemon, Joy Reid fired from MSNBC 38:55: CNN's Don Lemon Holds up a "Nigger" Sign to Spark a Race Discussion — Instead It Backfires 41:25: Paradise 43:47: We Don't Always Agree 47:15: Carry On 49:00: Zelenski at the White House 54:07: European Leaders Talk of EU Army 57:00: Can Undocumented Immigrants Collect Social Security? 59:23: West Wing & The NewsRoom 1:00:07: Captain America Brave New World 1:02:52: Tiana show no longer coming to Disney Plus 1:08:07: Hand Sewing Tutorial for Beginners: Step-by-Step Guide - TikTok 1:11:02: Where to Find your hosts!   Check out our carrd to see where you can find us!  https://nerdgasmnoire.carrd.co/ Make sure you join our new discord channel and hang out with the community! https://discord.gg/7DqMZSy ENJOY!   Hosts: De, Jamie, JP, Maria, Melissa, Storm Producer: De, Jamie, JP, Maria, Melissa, Storm Writing Team: De, Jamie, JP, Maria, Melissa, Storm Editor: De Audio Production: De Theme Song: Feelin Good provided by Mike (Pound 4 Pound Podcast) & Marion Moore from ALBM Production Design: JP Fairfield Social Media: Melissa, Storm

Two sisters, Nicole and Lexi, dive deeeeeep into chapters 15-21 of Penn Cole's Spark of the Everflame!SPOILERS FOR ALL OF THE KINDRED'S CURSE SAGAJoin Fantasy FanClub to enjoy all our bonus content: https://fantasyfangirls.com/fanclubSHOP FANTASY FANGIRLS MERCH: https://fantasyfangirls.myshopify.com/JOIN THE FFG NEWSLETTER - https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/newsletter SUPPORT THE SHOW THROUGH OUR AMAZON SHOP: https://www.amazon.com/shop/fantasyfangirlspodcast Upcoming Events* Rachel Gillig Interview: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rachel-gillig-live-with-tattered-cover-at-trinity-united-methodist-church-tickets-1296257624449EncantiCon: https://www.enchanticon.com/TKCSEverflame Ball with Penn Cole: https://mountainsandmagic.com/everflame-ball/Dragon Gauntlet: https://www.rainandrevelryevents.com/dg2Romantasy BookCon: SOLD OUTThe Dreamers & Readers Festival - Use code FFG for a discount off your ticket!*For all Event Discounts - go to https://fantasyfangirls.supercast.com/subscriber_v2/posts/6891Burn of the Everflame sneak peek chapters: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/4ho8gu1s69Give us a follow:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fantasyfangirlspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fantasyfangirlspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube: @fantasyfangirls Want to get in touch? Reach out to us here: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/contactListen to the Fantasy Fangirls Podcast on your favorite podcast platform:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/24KydMMzrYfVpDggkFZx4j?si=fd7dc956393041b8 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-fangirls/id1706179464 Visit the Fantasy Fangirls website: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/ Don't forget to send this podcast to your fellow Kindred's Curse readers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Uncover the hidden question that transforms how you connect with your passion and purpose.Kinsley embarked on a transformative journey through Catalonia, Spain, where he met Harvey, an exceptional guide who poses a life-changing question: "A que te dedicas?" This episode dives into cultural insights and personal reflections that redefine the meaning of work and dedication.Join Mark as he reflects on cycling through the breathtaking landscapes of Catalonia, where he and Tara experienced the rich culture and history of Spain. From awe-inspiring medieval villages to a heartfelt tea ceremony, Mark shares stories that highlight the profound question, "To what do you dedicate yourself?" This exploration not only enriched his understanding of purpose but also tied back to his work in the mattress industry, emphasizing the value of dedication in both personal and professional life.Timestamps:00:09 - The Power of "A Que Te Dedicas?" 05:20 - Cycling Through Catalonia: A Journey of Discovery10:45 - Meeting Catarina Roma: Crafting with Soul15:32 - A Dinner to Remember: Farm Fresh in Spain20:50 - Harvey's Story: A Guide with a Mission25:15 - The Big Reveal: More Than Just Our Jobs30:40 - Global Perspectives on Purpose: Ikigai, Maraki, and More35:55 - The Mattress Connection: Rededicating to Better Sleep40:20 - Gather and Grow: The Importance of Community45:10 - Conclusion: Beyond Titles, Finding True Purpose

Welcome to Episode 1 of From Soil to Spirit: A 4-Part Gardening Series with Sky House Herbs!In this first installment, I'll guide you through seven essential herbs to plant right now—Bee Balm, Chamomile, Thyme, Calendula, Nettles, Lemon Balm, and Peppermint. These herbs are not only easy to grow but incredibly versatile as medicines, teas, and culinary allies.But before we dig in, we'll talk about connecting with the land, even if you're in an urban space or a suburban yard. I'll share simple ways to build a relationship with your garden by observing, listening, and honoring the plants and animals already living there.You'll also learn how to set a clear vision for your garden, prepare your soil, and choose the right space based on your personal goals—whether it's a healing garden, a pollinator patch, or your first herb spiral. With a clear vision you can do anything!✨ Whether you're a beginner or seasoned gardener, this episode will inspire you to plant with intention and purpose this spring.

Ever had a brilliant podcast idea hit you… in the shower, on a walk, or while washing dishes—only for it to vanish before you can use it? You're not alone. Inspiration rarely shows up when we're sitting down with our Notion board and a cup of coffee. But that doesn't mean we can't capture it and shape it into something powerful.In this episode, I'm walking you through how to honor your most inspired ideas and give them the structure they need to become content that connects and converts. You'll learn how to gently anchor your creative sparks, infuse them with intention, and build episodes that align beautifully with your offers—without feeling forced.Ready to keep the magic alive in your content? Let's talk about turning those floating ideas into strategic invitations that move your business forward.Explore the tools I mention in this episode: → Podcast Strategy Templates → CTA Writing Guide: Crafting Invitations That ConvertIn this episode:[00:00:00] That moment when a podcast idea hits—and disappears[00:02:00] Why your most inspired ideas don't wait for your calendar [00:04:00] How to gently capture the spark without forcing it[00:05:00] My favorite tools to anchor ideas: notes app, voice memos, ChatGPT[00:06:00] Giving your idea light structure without killing its energy[00:07:00] Questions to shape an idea into a strategic episode[00:09:00] Connecting your episode to your offers—without losing its soul [00:11:00] Tools to support your voice and strategy in the Podcast Strategy ShopHave a list of episode ideas but no idea what to do next?The Podcast Strategy Shop is filled with tools that help you turn creative sparks into powerful, aligned content. Explore now at wildhomepodcasting.com/shop

'Creativity needs oxygen just as much as fire does.' What does it take to turn a spark of inspiration into a sustained creative fire? This week's episode is a reflection on the art of making fire, from striking the first spark with flint and steel to nurturing the ember with just the right balance of oxygen and fuel, and how that process sheds light on the creative process. More specifically, it's about the moment I found myself grinning like a loon while holding a flaming bundle of hay on my recent Write it Wild retreat. (Yes, really. Check out the episode artwork.) Discover how permission, preparation, process, and patience all play a role not just in spark-wrangling, but in idea-wrangling too. And we'll talk about the art of holding your nerve when things get smoky. Whether you're at the start of your writing journey or tending an idea that's been smouldering for a while, this one's for you.

Welcome aboard Kyber Squadron! This week, The Nerdslayer's husband, Kyle Craft, joins us to talk about Playlines in Star Wars Unlimited, what they are, how they work, and why your deck needs them if you're trying to be competitive. come for the competitve talk, stay for the household best of 3 for dishes!  Follow us: Twitch: @Sithty_Minutes BlueSky: @sithtyminutes.bsky.social Discord: Sithty Minutes Show Notes: Tales of the Underworld Decipher Collectible Card Game Original Trilogy Box Set Andor Skeleton Crew UCS Millennium Falcon UCS B-Wing Jillian TheNerdSlayer Episode Sharkey Interview Admiral Piett Han Solo, Spark of Rebellion Set Petranaki (Practice website!) Qi'ra (Leader) Overwhelming Barrage Rival's Fall Bothan Invitational Decks The Stranger (Acolyte) Fan Expo Denver The Maurader Colorado Cantina Crew  

Welcome back! We saved you your favorite spot in the Smoke Circle! Spark up and get curious as the sisters are back together for another themed episode. Kt requested French history for this episode and we have a lot of stories for you! First up, Laurel has a top 5 list of "Most Oui-diculous (get it?!) Moments in French History. Ranging from history's shortest monarchy to hallucinogenic bread, diamond scandals, blackmailed kings, a man who would eat LITERALLY anything. After the break, KT comes back with some literary history about one of her favorite places in the world: Notre Dame de Paris and the book by Victor Hugo which shares its name-- The Hunchback of Notre Dame! ~~~~~~~*The Socials and Patreon!Patreon-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Best Buds Club!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory⁠⁠⁠⁠  TikTok⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistoryPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠@High Tales of History⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High Tales of History or ⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory ⁠Email—hightailingthroughhistory@gmail.com⁠ ~~~~~~~*Mentioned in the Episode:⁠Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo"The Bells of Notre Dame" "Hellfire" ~~~~*Source Materials--Top 5 Oui-diculous French History--https://www.rct.uk/collection/405142/louis-antoine-duke-of-angouleme-1775-1844-0https://www.bbc.com/news/world-10996838https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/how-deadly-bread-bewitched-a-french-village-123126177/https://www.history.com/articles/chevalier-d-eon-french-spy-man-womanhttps://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/desire-love-and-identity/chevalier-deonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevali%C3%A8re_d%27%C3%89onhttps://www.history.com/articles/marie-antoinette-diamond-necklace-affair-french-revolutionhttps://en.chateauversailles.fr/discover/history/key-dates/affair-diamond-necklace-1784-1785https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20161014-the-man-who-couldnt-stop-eatinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarrare#CITEREFBondeson2006Hunchback of Notre Dame--⁠~~~~*Intro/outro music: "Loopster" by Kevin MacLeod (⁠incompetech.com⁠) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome back! We saved you your favorite spot in the Smoke Circle! Spark up and get curious as the sisters are back together for another themed episode. Kt requested French history for this episode and we have a lot of stories for you! First up, Laurel has a top 5 list of "Most Oui-diculous (get it?!) Moments in French History. Ranging from history's shortest monarchy to hallucinogenic bread, diamond scandals, blackmailed kings, a man who would eat LITERALLY anything. After the break, KT comes back with some literary history about one of her favorite places in the world: Notre Dame de Paris and the book by Victor Hugo which shares its name-- The Hunchback of Notre Dame! ~~~~~~~*The Socials and Patreon!Patreon-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Best Buds Club!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory⁠⁠⁠⁠  TikTok⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistoryPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube-- ⁠⁠⁠⁠@High Tales of History⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High Tales of History or ⁠⁠@HighTalesofHistory ⁠Email—hightailingthroughhistory@gmail.com⁠ ~~~~~~~*Mentioned in the Episode:⁠Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo"The Bells of Notre Dame" "Hellfire" ~~~~*Source Materials--Top 5 Oui-diculous French History--https://www.rct.uk/collection/405142/louis-antoine-duke-of-angouleme-1775-1844-0https://www.bbc.com/news/world-10996838https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/how-deadly-bread-bewitched-a-french-village-123126177/https://www.history.com/articles/chevalier-d-eon-french-spy-man-womanhttps://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/desire-love-and-identity/chevalier-deonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevali%C3%A8re_d%27%C3%89onhttps://www.history.com/articles/marie-antoinette-diamond-necklace-affair-french-revolutionhttps://en.chateauversailles.fr/discover/history/key-dates/affair-diamond-necklace-1784-1785https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20161014-the-man-who-couldnt-stop-eatinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarrare#CITEREFBondeson2006Hunchback of Notre Dame--⁠~~~~*Intro/outro music: "Loopster" by Kevin MacLeod (⁠incompetech.com⁠) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

On this week's edition of The Spark Weekly; Ashlie Crosson, an English and journalism teacher at Mifflin County High School in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, has just been named the 2025 National Teacher of the Year — and while the spotlight may be on her, she’s making it clear her mission is still focused on the students she serves. Also, on the program. A Pennsylvania Senate panel has rejected a bill advanced by Democrats that would permit the sale of recreational cannabis to adults at state-owned stores.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BTS Jungkook's Latest Weverse Posts Spark Major “Panic” Ahead Of Military Discharge.

RE:SET är halvdagseventet som sätter tonen för resten av din höst. Christian Wederbrand, Michael Alphov och Johan Anäng bjuder in till en maxad förmiddag i Sisjön den 5:e september – med fyra starka föreläsningar, frukost, fika och nätverkande. Fokus? Att ge dig konkreta verktyg och ny energi – utan stress.På scen: ett gäng inspiratörer med olika bakgrund och perspektiv – inklusive minst två grymma kvinnliga föreläsare.

We would love to hear from you! Text us any feedback. Lamoris and Megan Crawford return for a candid, humorous, and deeply insightful conversation about keeping the spark alive in marriage through busy seasons, kids, and ministry demands.The Crawfords don't hold back as they share their family hierarchy—God first, spouse second, kids third, then ministry—and how this ordering has sustained their relationship for almost two decades. "We found that as kids exit the homes, the spouses didn't stay connected," Lamoris explains, highlighting why prioritizing your marriage isn't selfish but essential.Things get particularly interesting (and yes, a bit spicy!) when they discuss their innovative "package system" for communicating intimate expectations. Their honest approach to the different ways men and women experience connection creates both laugh-out-loud moments and profound realizations about meeting each other's needs.For couples struggling or feeling their marriage hanging by a thread, the Crawfords offer transformative wisdom about agape love. "Most of us don't understand the kind of love that God loves us with," Megan shares, challenging listeners to exhaust themselves in loving their spouse before considering other options.Whether you're newly married or decades in, this conversation delivers practical tools, spiritual insights, and the permission to laugh at the beautiful mess that is marriage. You'll walk away with strategies for communication, intimacy, and remembering why you fell in love in the first place. Their journey from Cincinnati to their new role as chaplains for the Carolina Panthers shows how a marriage centered on covenant can impact not just a family but entire communities.JOIN ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Follow Along @ - https://www.instagram.com/nikkicronksmith/

Ancora ebbri del tutto esaurito al BitCare Forum 2025 commentiamo il nuovo ruolo del Lightning Network, oggi visto come protocollo fondamentale per consentire ad altri sotto network della galassia Bitcoin di interoperare.Inoltre: nuovi sviluppi sul caso OP_RETURN, Revolut annuncia una collaborazione con Lightspark per portare bitcoin sulla loro everything app, la BIS fotografa l'andamento dell'adozione di bitcoin, e ci sono nuovi sviluppi dal processo contro Samourai Wallet.It's showtime!

#ChildrensBooks #StenettaAnthony #AuthorInterview #ReadingForKids #StorytellingMatters #ImaginationInLearning #EducatorTurnedAuthor #InspiringYoungMinds #AwardWinningAuthor #LiteracyMatters #ReadWriteDream #KidsLitCommunity #WritingForKids #BooksForChildren #StorycomicPresents In this episode of Storycomic Presents, we sit down with multi award-winning children's author and former educator Stenetta Anthony. After 22 years in the classroom, Stenetta turned her love for storytelling into a full-time writing career, inspiring children with books that nurture imagination and encourage a love for reading. We talk about her journey from teacher to published author, her writing process, and the importance of literacy and storytelling in today's world. Stenetta shares the motivation behind her uplifting and educational books, what it means to craft meaningful stories for young readers, and why she believes reading is the gateway to understanding language, emotion, and creativity. We also dive into her numerous accolades, including awards from Mom's Choice and Readers' Favorite, and her appearances on major platforms like ABC7 and NBC15. If you're passionate about children's literature, literacy advocacy, and creative storytelling that makes an impact, this is one conversation you don't want to miss! The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://mrfuzzyears.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

A Georgia elementary school sparked national outrage after posting “Whites Only” and “Blacks Only” signs over water fountains during a lesson on desegregation. The teacher claimed it was part of a history lesson on Ruby Bridges, but the move left students confused and targeted, and parents furious. Was this an ill-conceived attempt at immersive education—or a reckless display that retraumatized and divided?The Non-Prophets break down the controversy, ethics, and long-term impact.News Source The Independent via Yahoo News, by Katie Hawkinson, April 24, 2025https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/honey-creek-elementary-signs-georgia-b2739151.htmlThe Non-Prophets, Episode 24.19.2 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Eli Slack, Jason Friedman, and Jonathan RoudabushSegregation Signs Posted at Georgia School Spark Outrage

Welcome to the Paint The Medical Picture Podcast, created and hosted by Sonal Patel, CPMA, CPC, CMC, ICD-10-CM.Thanks to all of you for making this a Top 15 Podcast for 4 Years: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blog.feedspot.com/medical_billing_and_coding_podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sonal's 15th Season starts up and Episode 2 features a Newsworthy update on the OIG Work Plan for April 2025.Sonal's Trusty Tip and compliance recommendations focus on best practices for documenting time.Spark inspires us all to reflect on hopes and aspirations based on the inspirational words of Albert Einstein.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paint The Medical Picture Podcast now on:Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcJAHHrqNLo9UmKtqRP3X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paint-the-medical-picture-podcast/id153044217⁠7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/bc6146d7-3d30-4b73-ae7f-d77d6046fe6a/paint-the-medical-picture-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find Paint The Medical Picture Podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzNUxmYdIU_U8I5hP91Kk7A⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find Sonal on LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonapate/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And checkout the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://paintthemedicalpicturepodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to be a sponsor of the Paint The Medical Picture Podcast series, please contact Sonal directly for pricing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PaintTheMedicalPicturePodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

It's counterintuitive, but sometimes limitations are your best friend, especially when you're doing something creative. I explain why in this super-short episode. Listen to my conversation with Nick Morrison here. Want more tips? Check out with all my previous Creative Pep Talks in this playist! Could you leave a review? It's really easy, and it helps SO much. Thanks!  If you'd like to stay up to date on things like my courses and also get podcast and event updates, and my latest musings, subscribe to The Spark! 

Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we share a shorter, snappier episode filled with inspiration—and this season, we've switched things up. Each Spark now features a bonus conversation with our guest from earlier in the week. Today, we're once again joined by the award-winning creative director, Christine Smith, who returned for a little more fun—and a few unexpected surprises. Christine shared some brilliant insights on Monday's episode, where we explored what it means to become the role model you never had. If you missed it, go back and give it a listen. But in this Spark, we dive into the more personal side of Christine's world: her creative rituals, her love of horses and thrift shops, a very convincing baby cry, and what she'd do if she ever needed to escape a bad date. (Spoiler: it involves that baby cry.) We also discuss why intuition is such a powerful creative tool, the importance of listening to your gut, and how nature and nostalgia feed Christine's imagination. And as always, we end with a thought-provoking question for next week's guest. This season is proudly sponsored by the School of Communication Arts.

Spark has announced New Zealand's first mobile plan designed specifically for children. The 'Kids Plan' can be added to a parent's account for full oversight of its usage, and children will be barred from buying plan add-ons and will not receive promotional marketing texts. Child psychologist and mother of four Dr. Emma Woodward spoke to Jesse.

“When you tap into your creativity and use it to uplift others, you're not just making art—you're sparking a ripple effect of real, empowering change.”In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Patty from the Spark Foundation to explore how creativity and volunteerism create real, measurable change. From mindset shifts to meaningful action, we discuss how giving back to your community—especially through your unique creative gifts—can uplift others and fuel purpose in your own life. Backed by powerful statistics and insights from Melinda Gates' research, we uncover how supporting women and children leads to lasting impact. Tune in to learn why organizations like Spark Foundation are vital to community wellbeing and how you can get involved—whether by volunteering, attending their May Market on May 30th, or simply showing up in your community.2 Takeaway Tips:Volunteer with your gifts: Use your time, skills, and creativity to connect with your community. It builds connection, purpose, and joy.Support programs that support others: Uplifting women and children creates exponential positive impact in any community. Find your local Spark.

He helped light up Cork—literally. PJ talks to David Ross who remembers his father Tommy, who left his mark on buildings, memories, and hearts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dread Seed & Spark campaign: https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-dreadHey! How's it going? Welcome back to the show. On today's show, Christian welcomes Alex back for his 422nd time on the pod and our buddy Patrick Hogue for his first time on the pod! Patrick's currently raising some funds for his first feature film so if you'd like to help (and you should because he's a cool dude), the link is right there at the top of the description. We also talk about Pokemon (of course), whether or not we should be embarrassed by our old stuff, and Cody texts in a really stupid game idea. Follow Patrick: https://www.instagram.com/hogue_filmmakerFollow Alex: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0qdMrInl0409bfvEjIaWpK?si=-ZfV7mvwTc6WwsJ2PFT7wg

This week on Mom Group Chat, we're talking about something so many moms wonder but rarely say out loud: How do I get my spark back after having babies?We're getting real about: Whether there's a timeline for feeling like yourself again (spoiler: nope) How different it was for each of us after each pregnancy What it actually looked like when the spark started to return — and the small things that helped Why you can't thrive until you're done surviving — and how to know when that shift starts to happenThis isn't about bouncing back. It's about coming back to yourself — slowly, messily, and on your own terms.Whether you're in the thick of the newborn fog or finally feeling the clouds part, this episode is your reminder that the spark does come back — and you're not alone while you wait for it.Join the official Mom Group Chat Facebook group: MOM GROUP CHAT FACEBOOK GROUPKeep up with the Moms and join the conversation on our socials:

She didn't wait for the perfect time—she made it happen. In this episode, I bring you the unstoppable Michelle Spark, a woman who walked away from a 33-year military career and pivoted into a five-figure launch with her own coaching program. Her journey is packed with perseverance, self-belief, and action—no fluff, just real results. If you've ever felt stuck or unsure about your next move, Michelle's story will show you what's possible when you stop waiting and start doing.Get your copy of Boss It Up, Babe for FREE. It's your complete guide to crushing your personal brand, owning your space and attracting your ideal avatar!https://bit.ly/BOSSItUpBabeBookJoin The Vault & Get Instant Access to 75+ Courses, Monthly Zoom Sessions, Curated Curriculum to fit your biz needs, New Courses add Each Month, and so much more!https://bit.ly/TheOfficialVault Grab your FREE copy of my book, ‘Boss It Up Babe!'https://bit.ly/BOSSItUpBabeBookHost Bio:Kimberly Olson is a self-made multi-millionaire and the creator of The Goal Digger Girl, where she serves female entrepreneurs by teaching them simple systems and online strategies in sales and marketing. Through the power of social media, they are equipped to explode their online presence and get real results in their business, genuinely and authentically. She has two PhDs in Natural Health and Holistic Nutrition, has recently been recognized as the #2 recruiter in her current network marketing company globally, is the author of four books including best-sellers, The Goal Digger and Balance is B.S., has a top 25 rated podcast in marketing and travels nationally public speaking. She is a mom of two and teaches others how to follow their dreams, crush their goals and create the life they've always wanted.Website: www.thegoaldiggergirl.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/thegoaldiggergirlFacebook: www.facebook.com/thegoaldiggergirlYoutube: www.youtube.com/c/thegoaldiggergirlGrab The Goal Digger Girl Journal: https://amzn.to/3BeCMMZCheck out my Facebook groups for those that want to build their business online through social media, in a genuine and authentic way:Goal Digging Boss Babes: http://bit.ly/GoalDiggingBossBabesFempreneurs:  https://bit.ly/FempreneursCashFlowQueensLeave a review here: Write a review for The Goal Digger Girl Podcast.Subscribing to The Podcast:If you would like to get updates of new episodes, you can give me a follow on your favorite podcast app.

CBS MoneyWatch's Kelly O'Grady explains how President Trump's sweeping import taxes could hit Americans hardest at the checkout aisle. Nearly a decade after being held at gunpoint and robbed of millions, Kim Kardashian is facing her alleged attackers in a Paris courtroom. Casandra Ventura, known as Cassie, is expected to take the stand today in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial. The music mogul faces life in prison if convicted, though he denies all charges. Despite economic concerns and softening demand, AAA forecasts a record holiday travel weekend. Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci tells CBS Mornings why now is the time to launch international flights. Only on "CBS Mornings," Oprah announces "The Emperor of Gladness" as her latest book club selection, calling it "one of the best books" she's ever read. She and author Ocean Vuong sit down to discuss the novel's power. Fashion designer Prabal Gurung joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his memoir, "Walk Like a Girl," which traces his path from Nepal to New York — and how designing for women like Michelle Obama and Beyoncé helped him discover his own identity. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I'm joined by the dynamic duo behind the Spark Launch Podcast—Chaya Mallavaram and Mike Cornell. Chaya is a tech entrepreneur, professional artist, and founder of Spark Launch, where she helps create transformative spaces for neurodivergent learners. Mike is a peer support specialist and lifelong creative who brings a raw, honest voice to mental health advocacy. Together, they've launched Spark Launch—a podcast that dives deep into the lived realities of neurodivergent life. From parenting and executive dysfunction to emotional regulation, identity, and creativity, their conversations are as real as they are healing. We talk about why they created this show, how they balance vulnerability with humor, and their shared mission to help others feel less alone. Whether you're neurodivergent yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation is a reminder that imperfection holds power—and every brain carries a spark worth launching.

When you meet Dr. Alyssa Carter, you can't help but love her enthusiasm for life and her overwhelming positivity.Most of you have met her in CE courses, summits, and other orthodontic meets all over the country. How she manages to do all those CEs is just impressive. She is the most well-traveled orthodontist in North America.But it's not just the travel that sets Alyssa apart. Her commitment to constant learning, improving efficiency, and ensuring the best possible experience for her staff and patients is what really drives her success. No wonder her practice is thriving!In this fun and lively episode of our Greatest Hits Series, she talks about her small-town roots and how they have shaped her approach to orthodontics.Alyssa also shares insights about her latest venture, On Demand Orthodontist, an innovative project aimed at helping orthodontists save time and improve patient care by providing on-demand support with treatment planning and setup.Tune in to hear about Alyssa's approach to efficiency, mentorship, and positive mindset. Key TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Meet Dr. Alyssa Carter (00:30)Practicing in a small town (06:43)How Alyssa manages to do lots of CE (10:55)Why Alyssa prefers Spark aligners in her practice (19:20)Learn how outsourcing can transform your practice (23:32)Remote monitoring for practice efficiency (31:03)Changing treatment philosophies to drive efficiency (35:08) On Demand Orthodontist (38:26)Additional Resources-  How On Demand Orthodontist Works: https://www.ondemandorthodontist.com/- Register for the OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025: http://opsummit2025.com/- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs

Last time we spoke about the second Okinawa Offensive. In the brutal Second Okinawa Counteroffensive, American forces confronted staunch Japanese defenses, with Captain Ryan leading a valiant charge for territory. Despite fierce resistance and heavy casualties, his troops managed to seize crucial ground, enduring intense hand-to-hand combat atop Ryan Ridge. The battle raged on, with American forces fighting through exhaustion and dwindling supplies, while the Japanese, though determined, faced declining morale as they lost ground. The relentless struggle exemplified extraordinary sacrifice on both sides, but it foreshadowed a turning point in the Pacific campaign. As American advances continued, the tide shifted, marking the beginning of the end for Japanese dominance in the region, ultimately paving the way for Allied victory. This episode is the Battle of the Malacca Strait Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  After the failure of their second offensive, the Japanese turned all their energies toward waging a prolonged battle of attrition. Their losses did not impair immediately their defensive capacities; thus the 24th Corps found no weak point in the Shuri defenses resulting from the ill-starred offensive. By throwing fresh troops into the attack of 4 May Ushijima had been able to maintain his strength all along the line. Nor was there any breakdown in his command and staff operation. Front-line units were reorganized without seeming loss of effectiveness; available reinforcements were carefully allotted to existing regiments; local counterattacks were timed for maximum effect. General Ushijima's chief task now was to keep sufficient combat troops at the front to man his Shuri defenses. It was apparent by 7 May that the strength of the remaining regular infantry was not great enough for this task. Consequently, Ushijima converted service units into infantry combat groups. By mixing service troops with the "regulars," he exacted from them their maximum combat effectiveness. "One man in ten will continue with his rear-echelon duties. The remaining nine men will devote themselves to antitank combat training," one order stated. The reorganization of the 32d Regiment, 24th Division, was typical of the resourcefulness of the Japanese. The regimental headquarters received 5 men from the 24th Transport Regiment. The 1st Battalion kept its own surviving members and was allotted all the survivors of the 2d Battalion, 20 men from the 7th Shipping Depot, 90 from the 24th Transport Regiment, and y from the 26th Sea Raiding Squadron. The 2d Battalion was totally reconstituted from the 29th Independent Infantry Battalion and other units. The 3d Battalion was reorganized in a manner similar to that used with the 1st. It was by this process of piecing units together that the 32d Army was able to stay intact long after the original combat units had been virtually destroyed, a capability which at the time American intelligence officers found "baffling." After his offensive failed, the enemy formed a line in which the relative position of the major units was to remain roughly the same until the end of the battle. On the east the 24th Division, reinforced by two independent battalions, held the line as far as Shuri, with its 89th Regiment on the east, its 22d in the center, and its 32d on the west. The remnants of the battered 62d Division were stretched from a point north of Shuri almost to the west coast, holding about one-third of the line. Along the Asa River estuary was a battalion of the 44th Independent Mixed Brigade. The Japanese husbanded their remaining heavy weapons, especially their artillery, as carefully as they meted out their manpower. On 6 May the Japanese 5th Artillery Command directed its units to "revert to the [defensive] situation which held prior to the attack situation of 3 May." Once again the protection of individual pieces was a cardinal feature of enemy operations. Artillery units were ordered to "use ammunition with the utmost economy" and to "wait and fire for effect against vital targets." Along the west coast, preliminary plans were underway for the deployment of General Shepherd's 6th Marine Division to the front lines, while General Del Valle's 1st Marine Division continued its assault on the Dakeshi-Awacha hill complex. Colonel Snedeker's 7th Marines secured the coastal flank after capturing the north bank of the Asa River. Meanwhile, Colonel Arthur Mason's 1st Marines focused their efforts on the western approaches to the Dakeshi hill defenses, but they were ultimately repulsed by the tenacious Japanese defenders around Hill 60. In the Awacha Pocket, Colonel Griebel's 5th Marines faced fierce opposition, resulting in only modest territorial gains. To the east, after successfully fending off multiple strong enemy counterattacks, General Bruce's 77th Division advanced 800 yards south toward Hill 187, establishing control over the southern slope of the Maeda Escarpment. Finally, operations in General Arnold's 7th Division area were confined to robust patrols aimed at securing the approaches to Conical Hill and eliminating the remaining fragments of the failed Japanese counteroffensive. Convinced that the Japanese had nearly exhausted their fresh reserves, General Buckner began planning a comprehensive assault on the Shuri defenses with his two corps. On May 7, General Geiger was assigned to command the 1st Marine Division within the 24th Corps front and oversee the southern movement of the 6th Marine Division, with General Buckner taking direct tactical control of the two-corps assault. Heavy rains on the morning of 7 May delayed the projected IIIAC advance until tanks were able to negotiate the muddy terrain. In the 1st Marines' zone, the new regimental commander, Colonel Arthur T. Mason, ordered 3/1 to support the attack of the 2d Battalion on Hill 60 with all available weapons (four battalions of artillery, a fire support ship, and 81-mm. and 60-mm. mortars) by firing into the enemy reverse slope defenses. All morning long the regiment's mortars concentrated on the enemy position, and at 1400 when tanks finally reached the front lines the battalion attacked with Company E in assault. Artillery fire covered the foot of the objective while mortars and assault guns blanketed the crest and reverse slopes. The company swept to the top of Hill 60 by 1422 in a vivid demonstration of "the effect of properly massed, supporting fires in front of assault troops." Once the company entered the impact zone, however, and supporting fires were shifted to other targets the enemy defenders emerged from their caves and engaged the Marines in hand grenade duels. The fighting was at such close range that it was impossible to keep enough grenades on the line, and the marines used rifle butts against Japanese who tried to storm their position. Gradually the volume of Japanese fire of all types "grew noticeably stronger and progressively more intense so that it was evident that the enemy was receiving large reinforcements." The troops lost their hold at one point, then fought their way to the top again, yet the continuing Japanese fire from the reverse slope of Nan Hill was the decisive factor. The threat of a strong counterattack measured against the dwindling strength of Company E forced Lieutenant Colonel Magee to adjudge the company's advanced position untenable and to order a withdrawal to the previous night's lines. To the west, the 5th Marines steadily advanced approximately 400 yards in the Awacha Pocket, while the 77th Division gained up to 500 yards of enemy territory despite increasingly fierce resistance. By the end of the day, Colonel Coolidge's 305th Regiment had relieved the weary 307th. On the east coast, Colonel Green's 184th Regiment resumed its southward push, quickly capturing Gaja Ridge and William Hill, but faced greater opposition as they approached the western flanks of Conical Hill. Meanwhile, Colonel Pachler's 17th Regiment continued its assault toward Zebra Hill but could only secure How Hill and make incremental gains on Kochi Ridge, depleting their strength. The following day, as General Bradley's replenished 96th Division prepared to relieve the 7th, the 184th Regiment managed to occupy the forward slope of Easy Hill near Kibara without armored support. Throughout the rest of the 10th Army front, relentless cold rain effectively canceled planned offensive operations, leading the 1st Marines to focus on dismantling enemy positions on Nan Hill. Colonel Schneider's 22nd Marines took over from the 7th Marines along the Asa River just as news of the victory in Europe reached the infantry units, prompting a somewhat indifferent reaction from the rain-soaked soldiers preoccupied with the ongoing fighting in Okinawa. Exactly at 1200 every available artillery piece and naval gun fired three volleys at vital enemy targets to apprise the Japanese of the defeat of their Axis partner. On May 9, Japanese kamikaze pilots launched a series of scattered attacks, damaging the carrier Formidable and two destroyers. In preparation for Buckner's general offensive, the 22nd Marines patrolled their front to identify suitable crossing sites over the Asa River. Meanwhile, with Nan Hill fully cleared, Mason's 2nd Battalion renewed its assault on Hill 60, while the 1st Battalion advanced into the high ground to the east, successfully capturing their objective this time. Reinforced by elements of the 7th Marines, the 5th Marines also launched another attack on the Awacha Pocket but continued to encounter fierce resistance. In response, Griebel was tasked with reducing the Awacha defenses using two battalions, while Snedeker's reinforced 7th Marines pressed the offensive southward. To the east, General Bruce focused his efforts on the 305th Regiment's sector, resulting in the 3rd Battalion securing a foothold on Hill 187. The 17th Regiment, which had fought tenaciously to capture Kochi Ridge and the high ground west of Conical Hill, was relieved by Colonel Dill's 382nd Regiment. Concurrently, Colonel May's 383rd Regiment moved into forward assembly areas behind the 184th and on May 10, took over the positions north of Conical Hill. Both fresh regiments of the 96th Division were then able to destroy enemy strongpoints that had impeded the progress of the weary 7th Division and capture key hills that protected the approaches to Conical. On the west coast, after stealthily constructing a footbridge across the Asa during the night, three companies of the 22nd Marines successfully crossed the river. However, two Japanese "human demolition charges" emerged from hiding and rushed the south end of the footbridge, destroying it. Despite the challenges, the attack south toward the town of Asa continued, successfully establishing a bridgehead that stretched 1,400 yards long and 350 yards deep by the end of the day. To the east, the 1st Marines launched an assault on the western end of Dakeshi but were pushed back by intense enfilading fire from the ridge. Similarly, although the 7th Marines initially advanced rapidly against scattered opposition, they were ultimately forced to withdraw under heavy Japanese fire. Behind them, after fending off two fierce night counterattacks, the 5th Marines failed to isolate the Awacha Pocket but made significant strides, penetrating deep into the heart of the Awacha defenses. Meanwhile, the 305th Regiment captured additional high ground leading toward the crucial road junction north of Shuri, where the reorganized and reinforced 32nd Regiment had established its primary defenses. The remnants of the 62nd Division were gradually being withdrawn toward Shuri, with General Suzuki's fresh 44th Independent Mixed Brigade taking over the western sector. On May 11, General Buckner initiated his general offensive against Shuri, planning to envelop the town from both the west and east. However, this offensive was preceded by Admiral Ugaki's sixth mass Kikisui strike, during which 150 kamikazes launched successful attacks on American shipping. That morning, the 721st Kokutai's Sub-Lieutenant Yasunori Seizo led six kamikazes out of Kanoya. By 10:02, Admiral Mitscher was informed of possible bogeys infiltrating the returning TF 58 strike to reach the US carriers. Two minutes later came an overhead Corsair's sudden frantic warning: “Alert! Alert! Two planes diving on the Bunker Hill!” Almost immediately, Yasunori's Zero dove out of low overcast toward Bunker Hill and released its payload. The 550lb bomb pierced the flight deck, exited the side of the hull, and exploded above water. Simultaneously, Yasunori's Zero caromed into the center of Bunker Hill's flight deck, its gas tank exploding among 34 manned, armed, and fully fueled US fighters, before careening blazing over the side. One minute later, Yasunori's wingman Ensign Ogawa Kiyoshi roared past Bunker Hill, climbed steeply into a roll, and then dove straight at the carrier. Ogawa released his 550lb bomb, which scored amidships and exploded in the gallery deck, slaughtering much of Mitscher's staff. Simultaneously, Ogawa deliberately slammed his Zero into Bunker Hill's island just 100ft from Mitscher. Mitscher's operations officer, Commander Jimmy Flatley, had just left the gallery deck when Ogawa's bomb struck, searing his back. Mitscher had observed the entire attack in silence, and just then emerged from the bridge to gaze at the blazing flight deck. The Flag Plot was choked with billowing smoke and Mitscher's chief-of-staff, a gasping, wheezing Commodore Arleigh Burke, ordered it evacuated. A third Zero then dove on Bunker Hill, but anti-aircraft fire sent it blazing into the sea close aboard. Aboard Bunker Hill, a cascade of gasoline explosions erupted from burning planes aft, while tracers sprayed haphazardly from detonating machine gun ammunition. Speed fell to 10kts and as the crew began intensive firefighting efforts, a slight list developed. Cruiser Wilkes-Barre and three destroyers came alongside to fight fires and rescue 300 men forced overboard, yet most of Bunker Hill's fighter pilots had been asphyxiated in their ready room. By 11:30, however, damage was largely stabilized. Nevertheless, Bunker Hill had lost 393 men killed and 264 wounded. Although horribly outnumbered, the Americans' Corsair CAP shot down 50 attackers before the Japanese got through at 0800hrs. Over the next 90 minutes the two violently maneuvering destroyers would claim a combined 42 kills before Evans was disabled by four kamikaze hits. Minutes later Hugh W. Hadley was knocked out by her third kamikaze hit. With his ship dead in the water and blazing uncontrollably, Hugh W. Hadley's Commander Mullaney ordered all available colors hoisted: “If this ship is going down, she's going down with all flags flying.” Escorting the destroyers were three LCS(L)s and one LSM(R), who themselves combined to splash 14 Japanese planes before the action mercifully ended. All six ships survived, but the destroyers were towed to Kerama Retto, having suffered a combined 60 killed and 94 wounded. East of Okinawa, a G4M Betty bomber and four Ki-43 Oscars attacked RPS-5 at 0800hrs. One plane crashed destroyer-minelayer Harry F. Bauer (DM-26)'s stern, the kamikaze miraculously “plowing through the rack of depth charges and shoving them into the sea with none of them exploding.” Escorting LCS(L)-88 splashed two Oscars, the second scoring a posthumous 220lb bomb hit on her which killed nine and wounded seven. Back on the west coast, supported by tanks and artillery, the 22nd Marines advanced toward Amike. Their 3rd Battalion established control of the high ground overlooking Naha after an 800-yard advance, while the 1st Battalion gained the coral ridge in front after a series of costly assaults. The 2nd Battalion further extended the line to connect with the 1st Marine Division. Del Valle's advance was spearheaded by Mason's 2nd Battalion, which successfully secured a foothold on the high ground west of Wana despite a heavy artillery bombardment. In constructing the Wana position the Japanese had "taken advantage of every feature of a terrain so difficult it could not have been better designed if the enemy himself had the power to do so." With this natural advantage, the enemy had so organized the area that in order to crack the main line of resistance it was necessary for the 1st Marine Division to wheel towards Shuri and attack directly into the heart of the city's powerful defenses. Any attempt to drive past Shuri and continue the attack to the south would mean unacceptable losses inflicted by artillery, mortar, automatic-weapons, and rifle fire coming from the heights that commanded the division's flank and rear areas. The southernmost branch of the Asa Kawa wandered across the gently rising floor of Wana Draw and through the northern part of Shuri. The low rolling ground bordering the insignificant stream was completely exposed to enemy fire from positions along the reverse slope of Wana Ridge and the military crest of the ridge to the south. At its mouth Wana Draw was approximately 400 yards wide, but it narrowed drastically as it approached the city and the ridge walls closed on the stream bed. Guarding the western end of the draw was Hill 55, rugged terminus of the southern ridge line. The hill bristled with enemy guns whose fields of fire included the whole of the open ground leading to the draw. Defending the Wana position was the 64th Brigade of the 62d Division with remnants of the 15th, 23d, and 273d Independent Infantry Battalions, the 14th Independent Machine Gun Battalion, and the 81st Field Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion under its command. The 7th Marines advanced approximately 800 yards, establishing a firm hold on Dakeshi Ridge, while the 5th Marines eliminated the last organized resistance in the Awacha Pocket. In the center of the front, Bruce's two regiments needed to coordinate more closely with neighboring divisions than with one another. As a result, the 305th Regiment advanced up to 500 yards against fierce resistance, while Colonel Smith's 306th Regiment struggled to make headway against the formidable defenses of Chocolate Drop Hill and Wart Hill. To the east, after repelling a series of night counterattacks, the 382nd Regiment consolidated its positions on Zebra Hill and continued probing toward the Dick Hills area and the ridges northwest of Kuhazu. The 383rd Regiment quickly secured Easy and Fox Hills, subsequently capturing the summit of Charlie Hill. However, over the next two days, efforts by the 1st Battalion to dislodge the defenders from the top would be thwarted by withering fire from King Hill, while the 2nd Battalion cleared Gaja Ridge and the twin villages of Tobaru and Amaru. On May 12, Dill's 3rd Battalion executed a successful assault, capturing Baker Hill, although the 1st Battalion's attack on Dick Baker was repelled by the defenders. To the west, the 306th Regiment only provided support for the advance of the 305th, which faced difficult terrain in the broken ground west of Route 5, managing to gain about 500 yards. Meanwhile, the 7th Marines solidified their hold on Dakeshi Ridge against sporadic opposition, but the 1st Marines found themselves pinned down while trying to improve their positions west of Wana. The vulnerability of the 6th Marine Division to direct fire from the western slopes of the Shuri massif resulted in significant losses for Schneider's 2nd Battalion as it fought to seize the high ground overlooking Naha, ultimately being repelled from Sugar Loaf Hill. Meanwhile, the 1st Battalion advanced steadily in the center, capturing the high ground north of Asato, while the 3rd Battalion secured commanding positions and conducted patrols through the suburbs of Naha. At sea, scattered kamikaze attacks damaged Admiral Spruance's flagship, the battleship New Mexico, and inflicted further damage on two additional destroyers the following day. In retaliation, Mitscher directed Task Force 58 to strike Kyushu once again. Back on Okinawa, as Schneider's 3rd Battalion reconnoitered the northern suburbs of Naha, the 2nd Battalion launched another unsuccessful attack on Sugar Loaf Hill. In light of this resistance and the heavy casualties suffered by the 22nd Marines, Shepherd ordered Colonel Whaling's 29th Marines to reinforce the effort, but they could only position themselves northwest of Makabe. To the east, while the 1st Marines faced heavy losses and were repelled at the mouth of Wana Draw, the 7th Marines finally secured Dakeshi Ridge. In the center, the 305th Regiment continued its determined advance into the extremely rugged terrain north and northeast of Shuri, whereas the 306th Regiment once again failed to capture Chocolate Drop Hill and Wart Hill. Coordinated with this, the 382nd Regiment attacked the Dick Hills, successfully securing Dick Baker and Dick Able against light opposition, but ultimately being pushed back from the latter. Further east, May's 2nd Battalion launched a frontal assault on Conical Hill, successfully reaching the northeast crest of the ridge, where it repelled several heavy Japanese counterattacks. Back at sea, Task Force 58 launched another strike on Kyushu during the early hours of May 14. In response, the Japanese dispatched 28 kamikazes alongside 40 escorts, inflicting heavy damage on Mitscher's new flagship, the carrier Enterprise, in what would become known as the last action of the Gray Ghost.  At 05:25, some 28 Zeros, armed with 1100lb bombs, sortied from Kanoya towards Mitscher's carriers cruising 130nm southeast of Kyushu. 40 fighters escorted them. Around 06:45 Enterprise detected 4 incoming bogies. 3 were shot down over TF 58, but the fourth, flown by Sub-Lieutenant Tomiyasu Shunsuke, continued closing. Using clouds for cover, Tomiyasu approached Enterprise from astern. Already struck by flak, at 06:57 Tomiyasu's blazing Zero suddenly appeared 200ft above Enterprise, which erupted with anti-aircraft fire. Although seeming to have overflown his target, Tomiyasu suddenly snap-rolled his burning Zero onto its back and dove almost vertically into Enterprise's flight deck. Observing from Enterprise's exposed bridge wing, Flatley rushed back inside and shouted to take cover just as Tomiyasu's kamikaze hit. The thunderous explosion blew Enterprise's forward elevator 400ft in the air, rattled the carrier's bridge, and flung shrapnel against her island. As Flatley emerged from cover he observed an unsmiling Mitscher, arms crossed, standing amid the smoking wreckage. “Jimmy,” Mitscher growled, “tell my Task Group commanders that if the Japs keep this up they're going to grow hair on my head yet.” Enterprise remained on station, but her flight deck was out of action. TF 58 splashed 3 more planes before Japanese attacks ended at 08:00. That evening TF 58 retired from Kyushu. The following morning, May 15, Mitscher transferred to carrier Randolph, his third flagship in 5 days. Enterprise would detach for repairs in the United States on May 16, having lost 14 dead and 68 wounded. Her war too was over. Honestly for those of you who might not know, the USS Enterprise is the most decorated ship of all time, an absolutely insane history. She was so impressive, my patreons voted for me to do an exclusive episode on her and it took two full episodes to do. If you are interested in the history of the USS Enterprise, please check out my exclusive podcast. At Okinawa, as positions on Conical Hill were being consolidated, May's 1st Battalion renewed its attack on Charlie Hill, successfully securing a foothold at its northern end, which was later extended down the southern slope. Simultaneously, Company L launched an assault on King Hill, managing to capture the entire crest. To the west, Dill's 1st Battalion attacked and captured Dick Able and Dick Right, although they had to relinquish Dick Right after a vigorous Japanese counterattack. The 3rd Battalion also advanced toward Dick Right, establishing a tenuous hold on the position. Further west, the 306th Regiment committed its last remaining strength, a composite battalion, to advance beyond Wart Hill, but it was quickly cut down by overwhelming flanking fire. Similarly, the battered 305th Regiment made little progress in the rugged terrain. Meanwhile, the 7th Marines advanced to within 100 yards of the ridge crest north of Wana, where they were ultimately pinned down by heavy fire. Concurrently, the depleted 1st Marines launched an assault that captured the western tip of Wana Ridge, aided by tanks and artillery, though a fierce night counterattack forced them to withdraw before being relieved by the fresh 5th Marines. Along the coast, the 22nd Marines successfully pushed toward the north bank of the Asato River, but the main action was poised to occur at Sugar Loaf Hill. Though Schneider's 2nd Battalion successfully seized the forward slopes of the protective hills north of Sugar Loaf, including Queen Hill, they faced intense enemy fire whenever they attempted to maneuver around or over these hills to launch an attack on Sugar Loaf itself. Nevertheless, the Marines pressed on, and by nightfall, a group of about 40 men under Major Henry Courtney managed to storm the hill, throwing grenades ahead of them and subsequently digging in at the summit to withstand a night of heavy mortar fire and constant counterattacks. This attack was further supported by the 29th Marines, which, after overcoming initial hardships, secured the forward slopes of the hill northeast of Sugar Loaf. During the early hours of May 15, the embattled group atop Sugar Loaf gratefully welcomed the arrival of reinforcements, though it was not before Major Courtney heroically fell while leading a grenade assault against the defenders on the reverse slope. Despite the reinforcements, enemy pressure on Sugar Loaf intensified, ultimately forcing the battered Marines off the hill. This triggered a fierce Japanese counterattack across a 900-yard front, compelling Schneider's 2nd Battalion to relinquish the ground immediately north of Sugar Loaf. Fearing a breakthrough, elements of his 1st Battalion seized the hill northwest of Sugar Loaf to help blunt the force of the enemy counterattacks, while the 3rd Battalion relieved the exhausted 2nd across the line. Additionally, the 29th Marines not only played a significant role in repulsing the enemy counterattack but also effectively strengthened its hold on the high ground north of Half Moon Hill.  To the east, while the 7th Marines reorganized and cleared out Dakeshi, the 5th Marines launched their first tank-infantry assault against Wana Draw. At 0630 on 15 May the 5th Marines completed the relief of the 1st, and Colonel Griebel assumed command of the zone of action west of Wana. The 2d Battalion was in assault with the 3d in close support and the 1st in reserve. On the recommendation of the regimental and battalion commanders of both the 1st and 5th Marines, the division decided to subject the high ground on both sides of Wana Draw to a thorough processing by tanks and self-propelled 105mm howitzers before 2/5 attempted to advance across the open ground at the mouth of the draw. With Company F of 2/5 providing fire teams for protection against suicide attackers, nine tanks from Company B, 1st Tank Battalion spent the morning working on the positions at the mouth of the draw. The tanks drew heavy small-arms, mortar, artillery, and AT fire, and accompanying infantry was dispersed to reduce casualties. Because of the open area of operation, the fire teams were still able to cover the tanks at relatively long-ranges. Both sides of the draw were honeycombed with caves and the tanks received intense and accurate fire from every sector at their front. During the morning one 47mm AT gun scored five hits on the attacking armor before NGF silenced it. About noon the tanks withdrew to allow an air strike to be placed in the draw and then return to the attack in reinforced strength. Naval gunfire again silenced a 47mm gun that took the tanks under fire, this time before any damage was done. With the approach of darkness the tanks pulled out of the draw pursued by a fury of enemy fire. The 5th Marines, convinced "that the position would have to be thoroughly pounded before it could be taken," scheduled another day of tank-infantry processing for Wana Draw before making its assault. In the center, the battered 305th Regiment continued its relentless advance through the irregular terrain west of the main Ginowan-Shuri highway. Simultaneously, Colonel Hamilton's 307th Regiment finally relieved the exhausted 306th and launched simultaneous attacks on Flattop and Chocolate Drop Hill. The 3rd Battalion slowly maneuvered toward the northern base of the Drop and the north slopes of Flattop, while the 2nd Battalion advanced toward Ishimmi Ridge through the open highway valley. Concurrently, the 382nd Regiment supported the assault on Flattop with its own attack against Dick Hill, successfully capturing its crest but failing to cross the skyline. Meanwhile, the 383rd Regiment struggled to make progress against intense enemy fire from the hill complex southwest of Conical's peak, although some elements managed to advance up the northwest spur from King Hill amid thick mortar fire.  Now, it's time to shift our focus from Okinawa to the sea, where we will cover the last destroyer actions of the Second World War. At the beginning of February, with the Southwest Area Fleet staff isolated in the Philippines, Vice-Admiral Fukudome Shigeru formed the 10th Area Fleet to defend the shores of Indonesia and Indochina. The 10th Area Fleet was comprised of the remnants of the 2nd Striking Force. This consisted of the two converted battleship/aircraft carriers Ise and Hyuga, forming the carrier squadron, and the two heavy cruisers Ashigara and Haguro, forming the 5th Cruiser Division. Two more heavy cruisers, Takao and Myoko, were at Singapore where both had reached sanctuary after being badly damaged in the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Myoko had made one attempt to escape back to Japan in December 1944, but had been torpedoed by the US submarine Bergol on the 13th, and had then returned to Singapore. The cruiser Oyodo joined the fleet from February 5 to 20 and a fourth cruiser, Isuzu, joined on March 25 but lasted barely a fortnight before being sunk, on April 7, in a coordinated attack by the US submarines Charr, Gabilan and Besugo, with peripheral assistance from the British submarine Spark. In February Ise and Hyuga were also recalled and sailed on the 10th from Singapore, bound for Japan, carrying aviation spirit and other war materials. With such valuable cargoes the Japanese took great care to safeguard their passage and, by a combination of good luck and bad weather, both evaded numerous attacks by air and by submarine and reached Moji on the 19th. Haguro and Ashigara, and one old destroyer, Kamikaze, were now the only sizable warships left in the 10th Area Fleet to protect the troop evacuations. At this stage, the Japanese aimed to hold Java, Borneo, and Sumatra for as long as possible while planning their main defensive efforts in Malaya and Indochina. Consequently, they began withdrawing their garrisons from the outlying islands of the Moluccas, Timor, the Lesser Sunda Islands, and the scattered islands of the Panda and Arafura Seas. Anticipating a similar evacuation of Japanese garrisons in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Admiral Arthur Power's East Indies Fleet had dispatched destroyers on a series of anti-shipping sweeps in the Andaman Sea, successfully destroying several relief convoys. On May 10, Fukudome decided to commence the evacuation of the Andaman Islands, dispatching Vice-Admiral Hashimoto Shintaro's heavy cruiser Haguro and destroyer Kamikaze to deliver supplies to the islands and return with troops back to Singapore. Additionally, a secondary convoy consisting of one auxiliary vessel and one subchaser was organized to perform the same mission for the Nicobar Islands. As Allied intelligence uncovered these plans, Vice-Admiral Harold Walker's Force 61, primarily composed of the battleships Queen Elizabeth and Richelieu and four escort carriers, sailed from Trincomalee to intercept the Japanese ships. However, the Japanese were unwilling to risk a battle, and upon receiving an air reconnaissance warning, they returned to Singapore. Nonetheless, Walker decided to remain in the area, awaiting reinforcements in case the enemy regained the confidence to launch another sortie. On May 14, Fukudome finally resolved to carry out the evacuation again, this time first sending forward his secondary convoy to the Nicobars. This force managed to reach the islands unmolested during the day and successfully embarked 450 troops before setting sail for Penang, although they were later spotted by a patrolling Liberator. In response, Walker dispatched the 21st Aircraft Carrier Squadron and the 26th Destroyer Flotilla to conduct an air and sea sweep off Diamond Point aimed at intercepting and destroying the enemy. On the morning of May 15, some Avengers encountered Haguro and Kamikaze as they returned to the Malacca Strait. As Captain Manley Power's destroyers rushed to the area, three Avengers launched by the escort carrier Shah attacked Haguro with bombs in the afternoon, causing minimal damage that only compelled Haguro to alter its course eastward. However, this diversion effectively allowed the destroyer force to intercept Hashimoto's convoy during the night. As the flotilla closed in on the enemy during the early hours of May 16, Hashimoto reacted desperately by fleeing at full speed to the north, thwarting Power's carefully laid ambush. Soon after, however, Haguro turned to port, crossing paths with the destroyer Venus, which was closing in at full speed from the west. Surprisingly, Venus failed to launch its torpedoes, prompting Hashimoto to turn south and back into Power's trap.  Haguro's violent turn away changed the situation dramatically. Saumarez now found the enemy racing down towards her port side at a relative speed of nearly 60 MPH. Kamikaze, following astern of Haguro, passed so close in front of Saumarez from starboard to port that Captain Power had to swing his ship hard to starboard and back to port again to avoid her. Kamikaze passed very close down Saumarez' port side and was taken under fire by both main and close range armament. Opening with star-shell, Saumarez shifted fire to Haguro herself at 0108, the enemy replying with main and secondary armament. The two enemy ships could now be clearly identified from Saumarez' bridge, Haguro at about 5,000 yards and Kamikaze about 2,200 yards range. ‘We had a glimpse of the cruiser by starshell, but now it was dark. She looked pretty big and her direction easy to see by her bow-wave and wash. Inclination vague but obviously broad. I thought she was going very fast. Her side was shining like a wet wall, with the reflection of her own starshell from behind us, I think.' To Lt. Reay Parkinson, also in Saumarez, Haguro ‘seemed to tower above us like a sky-scraper and her guns were depressed to their lowest angle'. Haguro's fire was accurate and splashes from near misses drenched the bridge personnel, binoculars and sound-powered telephones. But, as Captain Power philosophically remarked, ‘if you are only getting wet there is nothing to worry about'. However, Saumarez was unfortunately not merely getting wet. At about 0111, when Captain Power was just considering turning to fire, ‘one boiler got hit. There was a lot of steam and smoke amidships and a sort of queer silence. The ship was obviously slowing down and I thought she was going to stop.' Saumarez' torpedo tubes had been trained to starboard, ready for the bow attack, with torpedoes angled to run 70° left. There was no time to train the tubes to port. Captain Power swung his ship to port ‘like a shotgun' and at 0113, as Saumarez was slowing down but still swinging hard to port, a salvo of eight torpedoes was fired at Haguro's beam, at a range of 2,000 yards. Still under heavy fire, Saumarez continued her turn to port to open the range, telegraphs being put to ‘Full Ahead' to get the utmost speed from whatever engine power remained. A minute after Saumarez' attack, Verulam made an unmolested attack from 2,000 yards on Haguro's port bow, firing eight torpedoes. Saumarez and Verulam were rewarded by three hits, shared between them  ‘very distinct, three gold-coloured splashes like a Prince of Wales' feathers, more than twice as high as her bridge'. Now Haguro was under fire from the destroyers and everywhere she turned there was another destroyer waiting. At 0125 Venus fired six torpedoes and scored one hit. Two minutes later Virago, ordered by Captain (D) to ‘Finish her off', fired a salvo of eight torpedoes and obtained two hits. She reported that the cruiser's upper deck was now awash. Missed torpedoes were racing all over the battle scene; in Venus, at the height of the action, the Engineer Officer and the Chief ERA in the engine-room actually heard the whirring sound of two torpedoes passing very close along the ship's side. Saumarez had retired some five miles to the north-west to collect herself and examine damage. The engine telegraphs were still at ‘Full Ahead', and Saumarez withdrew further than Captain Power had intended. Vigilant had been rather ‘left in the cold' and squeezed out by the other destroyers and was not able to attack until 0151 when she fired eight torpedoes, with one probable hit. Haguro was lying motionless in the water, in her last throes. ‘The rest of the flotilla were snarling round the carcass like a lot of starving wolves round a dying bull. I was too far away to make out what was going on and told them all except Vigilant (who I knew had torpedoes) to come away and join me, with a view to getting formed up and the situation in hand. Of course they did nothing of the sort. I should not have done myself.' Venus was ordered to ‘Close and make a job of it' and at 0202 administered the coup de grace with her two remaining torpedoes. At 0206 Venus signalled that the cruiser had sunk. Haguro had gone, in a position about forty-five miles south-west of Penang. Fifty miles away, Cumberland and Richelieu had had tantalising glimpses of starshell and lights but were too late to take part. Saumarez transmitted Vs for Victory and Captain Power signalled: ‘Pick up survivors. Stay no more than ten minutes.' Kamikaze sustained slight damage from the gunfire but managed to escape, returning the following day to rescue approximately 320 survivors. Nevertheless, over 900 Japanese soldiers lost their lives in the battle, including Vice-Admiral Hashimoto and Rear-Admiral Sugiura Kaju. While the evacuation of the Nicobar Islands was successful, the evacuation of the Andaman Islands proved to be a resounding failure. By the end of the war, with the food situation in the islands becoming critical, the Japanese committed several atrocities against the civilian population. This included the transportation of 300 so-called “useless mouths” to the uninhabited Havelock Island, off South Andaman, where all but eleven of them perished. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. During the intense Battle of the Malacca Strait, Japanese forces attempted a desperate evacuation, facing relentless Allied attacks. Despite fierce resistance, the Allies advanced strategically, leading to significant Japanese losses. Caught in critical confrontations, the Japanese ultimately succumbed, marking a pivotal moment in the Pacific war and shifting the tide toward Allied victory.

In this episode, HR Daily Advisor Content Director Erika Randall catches up with the delightful Ben Eubanks, author and Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, at SPARK HR 2025 in Disney Springs. Eubanks' research includes surveying thousands of workers each year to understand the latest workplace trends. In this podcast, Randall and Eubanks have a lively chat about Eubanks' books, the workshops he led at SPARK, and how to help HR leaders solve workplace issues using “innovation sprints.” Eubanks' books include: Artificial Intelligence for HR: Use AI to Support and Develop a Successful Workforce Talent Scarcity: How to Hire and Retain a Shrinking Workforce Payroll Promise: Trust, Not Just Transactions Did you miss SPARK HR this spring? Not to worry! Join us live in San Antonio at SPARK TALENT 2025 and get practical strategies focusing on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and AI-driven processes! Discover proven solutions from top HR thought leaders from PepsiCo, Walmart, Staples, The Coca-Cola Company, Marriott, and GE HealthCare, and get ready to adapt your talent strategy for the future.

Have you ever found yourself staring at your podcast dashboard or blank word document, wondering what on earth you're going to talk about next? You're definitely not alone! That feeling of creative block can hit even the most experienced podcasters, sometimes leading to the dreaded pod fade. Today on Podcasting Unlocked, we're diving headfirst into actionable strategies to spark those creative juices and generate a backlog of engaging episode ideas. This week, episode 206 of Podcasting Unlocked is about creative techniques to brainstorm episodes for your podcast! In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, I'm sharing the importance of balancing consistency with your creative passion and actionable steps you can take right now to plan ahead for when the creativity just doesn't flow. I also chat about the following: How changing your environment can promote creativity.Why getting feedback from your audience is invaluable.Using established techniques like mind mapping to coax out more ideas.Flipping the script on common questions for unique topic ideas.Remember, while content is king in the world of podcasting, consistency is the key to gaining traction with your show and keeping your audience coming back for more. By planning ahead and brainstorming, you're well on your way to supporting your future self when creativity is hard to come by.Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Podcasting Unlocked at https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked/ CONNECT WITH ALESIA GALATI:InstagramLinkedInWork with Galati Media! Work with Alesia 1:1LINKS MENTIONED:Find Your Podcast Frequency: Choose Consistency Based on CapacityLaunching Your First Podcast: Strategies, Tools, and Overcoming Fear with Lauren BurnsThe Power of Taking Imperfect Action with Suzanne CulbergPodcast Launch RoadmapProud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective.

Host Paul Spain is joined by Zarina Alexander, co-founder and CEO of Neocrete, a pioneering deep tech startup based in New Zealand that's reshaping the global concrete industry. Zarina shares the story behind Neocrete's mission to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete—one of the world's most widely used and environmentally impactful materials—by developing innovative, low-carbon cement alternatives. The conversation also explores the latest in tech news, from social media bans for under-16s, the ethics of AI-generated victim impact statements, Fake alert phishing and big tech company settlement to Auckland's bid to become a tech innovation hub. They also discuss the highs and lows of startup life and raising investment as a deep tech company and more.A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology

You're great at what you do in events. You've built a name, mastered the chaos, and delivered the wow moments. So why does it suddenly feel like… something's missing? This episode is for the event pro who feels a quiet tug toward something deeper, bigger, more aligned. I'm breaking down what this moment really means, why it hits event professionals so hard, and how to navigate the "gray zone" without burning it all down.Join my masterclass on July 24, 2025 to go deeper on this topic! You're ready for more. A bigger role. A different sector. A new rate. Or maybe a full reintroduction after time away or maybe you are being underused. This masterclass is for event pros who aren't starting from scratch but are ready to start again to create an iconic events career and a new era. https://lu.ma/7xa327ckGet a copy of my epic freebie:Want to create an iconic event career with epic events? Here is the Mini Iconic Event Career Workbook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lauralloydevents.com/findvipevents⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to my masterclass series!The IconicEvents® Warmup is a quarterly masterclass series to help you with all things event career. The next is in July!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lauralloydevents.com/iconic-events-warmup⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get on the waitlist for my upcoming group program! A Flair for IconicEvents® is launching as a group program in the fall of 2025! Learn more and get on the waitlist now! Waitlist members get extra perks. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lauralloydevents.com/a-flair-for-iconic-events⁠Support Laura:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurayarblloyd⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Laura:LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurayarbroughlloyd⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lauralloydevents.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lauralloydevents⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/aflairforvipevents⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@laurayarbroughlloyd

Two sisters, Nicole and Lexi, dive deeeeeep into chapters 7-14 of Penn Cole's Spark of the Everflame!SPOILERS FOR ALL OF THE KINDRED'S CURSE SAGAJoin Fantasy FanClub to enjoy all our bonus content: https://fantasyfangirls.com/fanclubSHOP FANTASY FANGIRLS MERCH: https://fantasyfangirls.myshopify.com/JOIN THE FFG NEWSLETTER - https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/newsletter SUPPORT THE SHOW THROUGH OUR AMAZON SHOP: https://www.amazon.com/shop/fantasyfangirlspodcast Upcoming Events* Rachel Gillig Interview: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rachel-gillig-live-with-tattered-cover-at-trinity-united-methodist-church-tickets-1296257624449EncantiCon: https://www.enchanticon.com/TKCSEverflame Ball with Penn Cole: https://mountainsandmagic.com/everflame-ball/Dragon Gauntlet: https://www.rainandrevelryevents.com/dg2Romantasy BookCon: SOLD OUTThe Dreamers & Readers Festival - Use code FFG for a discount off your ticket!*For all Event Discounts - go to https://fantasyfangirls.supercast.com/subscriber_v2/posts/6891Give us a follow:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fantasyfangirlspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fantasyfangirlspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube: @fantasyfangirls Want to get in touch? Reach out to us here: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/contactListen to the Fantasy Fangirls Podcast on your favorite podcast platform:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/24KydMMzrYfVpDggkFZx4j?si=fd7dc956393041b8 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-fangirls/id1706179464 Visit the Fantasy Fangirls website: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/ Don't forget to send this podcast to your fellow Kindred's Curse readers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In hour 1 Andy and Randy get in to what was a very disappointing series for the Braves in Pittsburgh, and where were the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrating Mother's Day? Because they definitely didn't show up vs Indiana.

Mitch Bach sat down with João Perre Viana, the founder of Walking Mentorship, to talk one thing we tour operators are all familiar with: walking.But not many of us design week-long trips where all you do is walk. Sometimes alone. Sometimes in a group. That's it. Beyond some shared meals and moments, there isn't much of a plan. Each group takes on a different spirit, but it's all guided by a mentor who along the way tries to facilitate and gently foster personal transformation. What that looks like is up to the individual guest.This conversation veered away from the nitty-gritty of business, and towards diving into the importance and magic of what we do as experience creators.For more show notes, visit tourpreneur.com. And be sure to join nearly 20,000 tour operators in our Facebook group!1. Introduction to Walking Mentorship [00:00:09]Joao's background and origins in PortugalIs Walking Mentorship a tour company?2. Joao's Personal Journey and Spark for Walking Mentorship [00:01:16]The first Camino de Santiago in 1993The impact of the walk and self-discoveryRealization of a calling to this work3. Founding and Early Development of Walking Mentorship [00:04:23]Corporate career delay and returning to the ideaEmail to “fools, friends, and family,” and pilot programsEarly feedback and attempts to give up on the idea4. The Nature of Walking Journeys as Transformational Experiences [00:07:14]Layers of experience: curiosity, physicality, purpose, self-understanding, spirituality, cultureDoors in a room analogy for guiding participant journeys5. Participant Freedom, Responsibility, and Structure [00:12:06]Emphasis on total freedom and responsibilityRare participant withdrawal and the ethos behind the program6. Difference Between Typical Travel and Mentorship Walking Journeys [00:13:10]Critique of traditional, structured, checklist-driven toursDeprogramming guests and creating space for transformation7. Risk, Challenge, and Your Personal “Everest” [00:17:26]Meaning of risk (internal vs. external threats)The “wolves” participants face within themselvesEnsuring physical and psychological safety8. Common Motivations and Unique Outcomes [00:19:55]The universal quest or search among participantsEvery individual's unique journey and needs“There is no replay” principle9. The Mentorship Structure and Methodology [00:22:20]Mentor's responsibilities and boundariesPreparing participants for returning homeStructured support with eventual independence10. Designing for Difficulty and Personal Growth [00:26:53]Backpack packing as a life metaphorBalancing physical challenge with adaptabilityReading the group and tailoring the journey11. Practical Aspects and Device Usage [00:32:22]Approach to phone/device use on programsFostering mindful interaction with technology12. Lessons for Day Tour Operators and Short-Form Experiences [00:35:16]Applying listening, eye contact, and personalization even to short toursOffering small but impactful experiences13. The Art of Listening and Asking Questions [00:40:04]Listening as a crucial guiding skillAsking questions through...

Mike and Abe open up the show with some brief thoughts the sports weekend, including Atlanta United's 2-1 loss to Chicago Fire FC and the Braves dropping two of three to the Pirates over the weekend as Mike notes the hitting is just not there for the team, which he believes continues to be frustrating to watch. As they discuss, Mike floats the idea of the Braves inserting Drake Baldwin into the starting lineup to give the team an offensive spark.

Handling losing all motivation and my spark for life disappearing is what this episode is about. There's a deeper reason it happens, and all I have to say is GET READY! This is exactly when things flip ;)  Substack:  https://substack.com/@leoskepi?utm_so...  Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/leoskepi https://www.tiktok.com/@leoskepi https://www.snapchat.com/add/leoskepi Merch:  https://leoskepicollection.com My App Positive Focus: (Apple) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/positive-focus/id1559260311 (Google) https://play.google.com/store/apps/detailsid=com.positivefocusapp&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1 Business Inquiries: Team@leoskepi.com

Feeling stuck in a rut? Like you've lost your spark? You're not alone. Many women experience moments where motivation seems to slip through their fingers, leaving them questioning their worth and purpose.Using a balance of mindset shifts and practical advice, Mary will guide you to reigniting your sense of self-worth. Tune in to hear small self-love shifts will help you get your spark back.You will learn how to... - release perfectionism and stop fantasizing about an unrealistic version of perfection - build confidence that is NOT based on external validation - practice mindfulness to strengthen your self-love - lean into a spirit of self-discovery - incorporate small self-love habits into your life that can lead to significant shifts in mindsetRemember: No one can take away what's in your mind. Your mindset is always the one thing within your control. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends to spread the gift of self-love!Deepen your self-love journey with Mary's books:1. The Gift of Self-Love, an interactive workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself.2. 100 Days of Self-Love, a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are.This self-love podcast for women is here to help you love yourself. Follow Mary on IG: @maryscupofteaa and @maryspodcastMentioned In This Episode... The Choice by Dr. Edith Eger Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl TikTok video with advice on how to get your spark back

Feeling stuck trying to launch your preschool—but worried your bank account says “nope”?If so, then listen in to today's podcast episode!Dee Harris is a homeschooling mom of 5 who wanted her time back after years in daycare and childcare centers. But with a fixed household income, launching her preschool felt out of reach.She found a way to turn her weekends only into $200–$400 income using Spark (a delivery app for Walmart and other retailers). That money covered her Preschool All Stars membership, Preschool in a Box, and the HUB—without touching her family budget.Want to know how she did it? Listen in to learn:How to deliver without taking time away from your familyThe simple mindset shift that turned “I can't afford it” into “I've got this!”The little-known trick to get $100 into your account just for signing upPlease rate and review us at Apple Podcasts. (We hope we've earned your 5 stars!)GET MY FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY:❤️ Get my FREE “Start Your Preschool” book (+ $7.95 s&h)❤️ Watch my FREE "How to Start a Local or Online Preschool" Workshop❤️ Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journeyFOLLOW ME ON MY MISSION: