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Eden, Zach, Katie, Mo, Emily & Mayes Join the Mailbag LIVE on YouTube every Friday We connect the dots that Escape Rooms are the new Carnies and imagine solving puzzles with Drunk Amin. Spots or Stripes? What beverage would you want to be calorie free? How would you corrupt people's souls? Patreon Exclusive: Mom Dakhil COUNT THE DINGS MERCH STORE - Check it out here: https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH If you want to hear the full Mailbag, check out the Patreon! Join the Count The Dings Patreon for exclusive full, ad free episodes, extra Cinephobe content and more at https://www.patreon.com/CountTheDings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
JR and Tim welcome special guest Biz Nasty to the show. They discuss various NHL teams' chances in the playoffs. They also talk about Mitch Marner's potential departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs, Rick Tocchet's coaching style, and the disappointing season of the New York Rangers.
New hobby releases for 4.16.25 including Star Wars Masterwork, Panini Stars & Stripes, Topps Cosmic Chrome Football, and Panini Phoenix Football
Bill Murray, Eddie Murphy, Chevy Chase, Steve Martin, John Belushi, John Candy, Rick Moranis. Animal House, The Blues Brothers, Beverly Hills Cop, Caddyshack, The Jerk, Ghost Busters, ¡Three Amigos!, Funny Farm, Spaceballs, Stripes. We maybe didn’t properly appreciate it at the time, but the 1980s were one of the most fertile periods ever for screen comedies and screen comedians. This hour, a look at the mavericks who shaped a whole comedy aesthetic and at some of the most popular movie comedies ever made. GUESTS: Nick de Semlyen: Editor of Empire magazine and the author of Wild and Crazy Guys: How the Comedy Mavericks of the ’80s Changed Hollywood Forever Daniel Kalwhite: A standup comedian based in New Haven Carolyn Paine: An actress, comedian, and dancer; she is founder, director, and choreographer of CONNetic Dance The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe contributed to this show, which originally aired July 11, 2019, in a different form.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our favourite game is back this week and has some of the very best and some of the very worst guesses Chris and Masud have made.And it may also be the closes game yet PLUS Sooz goes rogue with awarding points.______An exclusive extended version of this episode with almost 20 minutes of bonus extra chat can be found over at our Patreon!Extended episodes drop over there 3 days early so if you enjoy Mystery on the Rocks then please consider heading over there to support us, where there is already a huge backlog of exclusive extras such as extended episodes, bonus episodes, minisodes, outtakes, cocktail recipes and more!Hosted by Masud Milas, Chris Stokes, and Sooz Kempner Mystery on the Rocks is a high concept comedy and true crime/unexplained phenomena podcast set in a fictional mystery-solving bar with real cocktails!. The focus of the show is to attempt to crack a real, unsolved mystery from history – true crime and bizarre occurrences, all with a whodunnit or WTF happened question hanging over them.You can follow us on Bluesky, X and Instagram too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
JR and Tim talk about Ovechkin breaking Gretzky's goal-scoring record and the respect shown to him by the NHL community. The conversation then shifts to the NHL playoffs, with JR discussing his past experiences with various coaches, including Ken Hitchcock and Jim Schoenfeld. They also talk about the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators making the playoffs, and how Toronto might struggle in the first round.
Thank you for listening to Getting To Know Your Bible. Have you watched the television program Getting To Know Your Bible? Please check us out on Pray.com, YouTube, Apple TV, Dish Network or Direct TV. Click here to find out where you can watch in your area. Our goal is to encourage you to get to know your Bible. Getting To Know Your Bible blogs are available on Spaces by WIX, the GTKYB social media pages, and on our website. Follow along with Billy's weekly podcasts and posts to be encouraged. Also, please check out summerdalechurch.org for information about the Summerdale Church of Christ.#TelevisionMinistry #faithful #encouragement #podcast #love #spreadthegospel #GTKYB #BillyLambert #Bible #study #summerdale #churchofchrist #Jesus #NewTestament #church #RayReynolds #rayreynoldsrap #peachtreepress #reclaiminghopeministry #TITUSCamp #McGarveyCollegeoftheBible #BillyLambert #Bible #YouTube #GTKYB #summerdale #churchofChrist #Christianity #online #sermons #gospelpreaching
ATLUTD SVP/CBO Sarah Kate Noftsinger drops by SDH AM to discuss the "Rooted in The Stripes" series- how it's put together, from beginning to end, and how it is a part of the DNA of the franchise...
JR and Tim discuss the upcoming NHL playoffs and Ovechkin's chances of breaking Gretzky's goal-scoring record. They also discuss a recent fight between Jalen Chatfield and Connor McMichael, with some people calling it a slewfoot, but the hosts argue that it was an unfortunate situation rather than intentional.
In this powerful HeroFront episode, Chief Master Sergeant Jason Stone Weiss shares the raw truth behind real leadership in the military. From losing his hearing twice to serving with elite Special Operations teams, Chief Weiss reveals how rank is earned through trust, service, and sacrifice—not chased.Bottom Line: In this military podcast, Chief Jason Weiss reveals why defaulting to your training is more powerful than motivation. His Air Force leadership story will challenge what you think you know about rank, mentorship, and purpose. Explore veteran stories like never before on HeroFront — the podcast that gives service members a voice.Hear how he turned setbacks into strengthDiscover the philosophy behind “Default to your level of training”Learn why every Airman deserves to be heardWhether you're active duty, a veteran, or a leader in any field, this conversation will change how you think about purpose, mentorship, and resilience.Hosted by Josh WhiteFilmed at Eglin AFB, FL Medical Group⸻Chapters / Timestamps0:00 - Kadena Hearing Loss + Promotion Setbacks 10:24 - “Your Stripes Don't Belong to You”: Leadership Truths 14:28 - The Joy of Notifying a Promotion 18:04 - Mentorship From Combat Medic Chief Jason Robbins: Know the Regs 25:52 - From Special Ops to Senior Enlisted Leader 31:49 - Family, Fatherhood, and Finding Balance 35:22 - Parenting Wisdom: Just Love Your Kids 42:13 - Why Purpose Outranks Pain in Training (TCCC) 46:01 - “You Default to Training, Not Expectations” 54:31 - The Books That Changed His Life 1:07:17 - A Trying Time (Cliffhanger Moment) 1:18:25 - History's Boldest Young Military Leaders 1:20:22 - Civil War & Modern Decentralized Leadership 1:22:12 - AI & Adaptation in the Military Future 1:24:06 - Gratitude, Legacy, and a Leadership Salute ⸻Mentioned in this episode: • The Alchemist • The Daily Stoic • The Way of the Peaceful Warrior • National Defense Strategy • Real-world TCCC Training Insights⸻Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.#Leadership #SpecialOps #HeroFront #MilitaryPodcast #AirForce #JasonWeiss #ChiefWeiss #Resilience #PurposeDriven #VeteranVoices #TCCC #MilitaryMentorship #PodcastChapters⸻
Visit our Online Store for Books and More.Picture this: America loses the Pacific War, and the Stars and Stripes no longer fly over California, Oregon, and Washington. Instead, the Japanese flag flutters in the wind. This chilling possibility is brought to life in our gripping 15-part alternative history audio series, Ghost Carrier: They Died to Fight Another Day. Dive into the harrowing journey of a doomed aircraft carrier and its crew, stranded in the boundless Pacific by an otherworldly twist of fate. Adapted from Robert Child's captivating book, Ghost Carrier, this series will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out—get the full experience in paperback, Kindle, or audiobook. Click the links below to purchase.Ghost Carrier PaperbackGhost Carrier KindleGhost Carrier Audiobook (FREE) with Audible SubscriptionVisit our Online Store for Books and More.For a limited time, grab a signed copy of Robert Child's Big War Box Set a must-have keepsake for your shelf! This compelling collection features five of my nonfiction military history titles, complete with photographs and detailed maps. Spanning 375 pages, the stories range from the Revolution to World War II. You'll receive: Don't miss out—order your signed copy of the Big War Box Set now.#WW2 #alternativehistory #pacificwar
Daily Dad Jokes (31 Mar 2025)The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view!Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humour to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe!Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app.Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app.Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes.Joke credits: ilikesidehugs, JohnSmith20240719, Healthy_Ladder_6198, Blatant_Sausage, Waxman2022, Realistic-Twist-3112, Outrageous-Low-4979, FoxShade_777, mole555, Antique_Enthusiast, Healthy_Ladder_6198, CoolEqual, , LargeManufacturer782, Hot_Sector_4298, Left-Distribution-13, attorneyatlol, theclickhere, MartinWhiskinVOSubscribe to this podcast via:iHeartMediaSpotifyiTunesGoogle PodcastsYouTube ChannelSocial media:InstagramFacebookTwitterTikTokDiscordInterested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.comProduced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ArTEEtude. West Cork´s first Art, Fashion & Design Podcast by Detlef Schlich.
In Arteetude 275, Detlef Schlich takes us on a journey through the “UNITE” group exhibition at the Quay Co-Op Gallery in Cork, where art becomes diplomacy, memory, and spiritual dialogue. His contribution—Stripes of Unity, a series of digital collages and animations—serves as a haunting, layered meditation on fragmentation and healing, weaving together zebra, soldier, and saint in a powerful visual rhythm.This episode features intimate and reflective conversations with key voices from the exhibition:
Some times this world make you wanna be an alcoholic, especially when all the talk is about an Oligarchy. We are sleepless through these Graveyard nights, through these Stars and Stripes of corruption we see your apparition.
JR kicked off hour three by discussing if Kevin Willard is in the right for publicly voicing his frustration with Maryland administration before reacting to Dan Hurley saying he's going to try to change his sideline demeanor. JR then previews the MLB season with former All-Star Bret Boone before ending the hour with a call about Stephen A Smith-LeBron beef.
Sunday | By His Stripes Part 2
JR and Tim welcome Andrew Peters and Craig Rivet from After The Whistle. They discuss the St. Louis Blues' impressive performance, Alex Ovechkin's goal-scoring record, and the Toronto Maple Leafs' chances of making a deep run in the playoffs. They also talk about the Buffalo Sabres' struggles and the importance of having influential alumni close to the team.
Visit our Online Store for Books and More.Picture this: America loses the Pacific War, and the Stars and Stripes no longer fly over California, Oregon, and Washington. Instead, the Japanese flag flutters in the wind. This chilling possibility is brought to life in our gripping 15-part alternative history audio series, Ghost Carrier: They Died to Fight Another Day. Dive into the harrowing journey of a doomed aircraft carrier and its crew, stranded in the boundless Pacific by an otherworldly twist of fate. Adapted from Robert Child's captivating book, Ghost Carrier, this series will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out—get the full experience in paperback, Kindle, or audiobook. Click the links below to purchase.Ghost Carrier PaperbackGhost Carrier KindleGhost Carrier Audiobook (FREE) with Audible SubscriptionVisit our Online Store for Books and More.For a limited time, grab a signed copy of Robert Child's Big War Box Set a must-have keepsake for your shelf! This compelling collection features five of my nonfiction military history titles, complete with photographs and detailed maps. Spanning 375 pages, the stories range from the Revolution to World War II. You'll receive: Don't miss out—order your signed copy of the Big War Box Set now.#WW2 #alternativehistory #pacificwar
March 26, 2025 ~ The White House says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a Black Sea ceasefire. Robert Reid, Editor in Chief Stars and Stripes joins Kevin to tell us what we need to know.
In the latest episode of Remarkable Retail, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis kick off with a roundup of the week's most impactful retail news. They dive into the potential liquidation of Hudson's Bay Company, examining the challenges the iconic retailer faces amid financial turbulence. With speculation swirling around the sale of HBC's heritage Stripes brand and the struggle to find buyers for prime real estate, the hosts analyze the ripple effects on Canadian retail.They also discuss Forever 21's second bankruptcy filing and probable liquidation, attributing the fast-fashion giant's downfall to a combination of fierce competition from digital disruptors like Shein and Temu, as well as a reliance on traditional mall-based retailing. Another key story involves Wayfair's decision to expand its physical retail presence despite years of online focus. Opening its second large-format store in Atlanta, Wayfair seems to be testing the waters of omnichannel retail, blending digital convenience with tangible customer experiences. The episode also touches on earnings updates from Nike, Williams-Sonoma, and Five Below.After covering the latest retail news, the hosts continue their engaging conversation with Jason “Retail Geek” Goldberg, Chief Commerce Strategy Officer at Publicis. Goldberg dives into Amazon's ongoing challenges in breaking into the grocery market despite the tech giant's e-commerce dominance. Amazon Fresh stores, while improved, still lack a clear competitive differentiator against industry leaders like Walmart. Goldberg notes that despite Amazon's long-term strategy and willingness to experiment, their grocery ventures remain more experimental than groundbreaking.Goldberg also explores the evolution of social commerce, with a particular focus on TikTok Shops. Unlike past social selling failures on platforms like Facebook, TikTok Shops have managed to build momentum, but only for specific product categories. Goldberg argues that social commerce's real value lies not in direct sales but in product discovery. Brands need to adapt by creating content that fosters discovery rather than pushing for immediate transactions.The conversation also covers the rise of retail media networks, with Goldberg emphasizing Amazon's transformation into a high-margin ad powerhouse. By monetizing third-party seller ads, Amazon has outpaced traditional retail models in profitability. While Walmart and others are catching up, Amazon's ability to leverage its marketplace for advertising revenue puts it in a unique position. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
In this episode, I dive into the story behind starting 13 Stripes Construction, why I chose the name and what caused me to launch this business.I'll touch on the strategies I'm using to make it successful, and why documenting the process is so important.I'm sharing my vision for revolutionizing the home building industry, with a focus on customer experience, transparency, and staying true to my core values. Along the way, I reflect on the challenges I've faced, the personal insights I've gained, and what the future looks like for 13 Stripes Construction.Like. Subscribe. Share.www.johnnybuck.comwww.13stripesconstruction.com
Sunday | By His Stripes Part 1
Send us a textWe had an impromptu 5 person recording featuring Mark, Jim, Jim's wife Kris, son Alex and Daughter-in-Law Sara. Ambitious topic of Comedy Movies meant we had to get to the topic in record time. Fun episode--hope you enjoy.It all starts at Newt'sErrors $ Omissions (including an error in real time)Radio GameASMR definedComedy Movies Monty Python & the Holy Grail, Best in Show, Rat Race, The Princess Bride, Dumb & Dumber, Goldmember, Borat, Planes Trains & Automobiles, Zoolander, Young Frankenstein, Animal House, Stripes, Real Genius, Napolean Dynamite, Airplane, Old School, The Goonies, Hot Rod, The In- Laws, Wayne's World, Honey I shrunk the Kids, AnchormanHostess snack cake breakdownOreo's tooShoutout Mark KReach (around) us: TheAscertainers@gmail.com#Newt's#CostcoI thought we were in the trust tree, in the nest. Are we not?Tom Jones - (Down with the Sickness)Dobie Gray - Drift Away (Original Official Video)Hot Rod-Two of Hearts Full - HD
Steve Dangle recaps and analyzes Game 68 of the Toronto Maple Leafs season against the Colorado Avalanche. How did you feel about referee Kelly Sutherland getting the primary assist on the game winning goal? NEW BOOK!: https://www.harpercollins.ca/9781443469968/hockey-rants-and-raves/ BECOME AN SDP VIP! https://www.youtube.com/sdpn/join SDPN: https://www.sdpn.ca/ ADVERTISE WITH US! https://sdpn.ca/sales/ SDPN DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/MtTmw9rrz7 EASTER SEALS: https://t.co/DVbMNTS1IL AUDIOBOOK: https://bit.ly/2GIgYya EASTER SEALS: https://t.co/DVbMNTS1IL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mina is joined by Ben Solak to talk through our biggest post-free agency questions for the offseason. We break down what's next for the Bengals, what does Myles Garrett know about the Browns QB plans, plus who will be the WR's for Justin Herbert and Drake Maye?! Let us know what you think in the comments! (0:00) Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! (0:58) Biggest Post-Free Agency Questions (2:25) Bengals Lock Up WRs Ja'marr Chase & Tee Higgins (9:15) Can The Bengals Field A Viable Defense? (16:30) What Does Myles Garrett Know? (25:55) Who Are Justin Herbert And Drake Maye Throwing To?! (39:10) Will CJ Stroud Survive This Season? (46:00) Did Seattle Bet Right? (56:00) Can The Bears Reboot Caleb Williams? (1:03:16) Should The Falcons Trade Kirk Cousins? (1:06:20) Should The Giants/Steelers/Vikings Want Aaron Rodgers? (1:11:45) Subscribe To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us a textListen To Alix's Latest EP "Bug"When songwriters reveal what shaped them, magic happens. Alix Page peels back the curtain on her artistic development in this intimate conversation about the films, music, and stories that built her creative foundation.From her early days leading worship at a Christian middle school to finding her voice at Orange County School of Arts, Alix shares how releasing her first single "Stripes" in 2020 marked the beginning of her musical journey. What truly transformed her approach was discovering Phoebe Bridgers' "Stranger in the Alps" – an album that showed her a new path forward. "I hadn't heard anything like that until then," Alix reveals, explaining how Bridgers' stripped-back authenticity gave her permission to simply show up and be herself.The conversation weaves through unexpected connections – like collaborating with Mark McKenna from "Sing Street" after years of using John Carney's film as pre-tour inspiration, or bumping into Bill Nighy the day after watching him in "Emma." These serendipitous moments mirror Alix's songwriting approach: finding beauty in life's small, meaningful intersections.What emerges is a portrait of an artist whose work blends the melancholic storytelling of Bridgers, the character depth of Jane Austen adaptations, and the emotional honesty of "500 Days of Summer." For fans of Alix's music or anyone fascinated by creative influence, this episode offers a window into how art inspires art across generations and mediums.Listen now to discover the cultural touchstones behind one of today's most captivating emerging songwriters – and perhaps gain insight into the influences shaping your own creative path.See Alix on TourFollow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time. But until then, what's your Pop Five?
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the excitement of the detailing season, the challenges posed by spring weather, and the latest innovations in carpet cleaning techniques. They emphasize the importance of using the right tools and products, particularly enzymes, to effectively tackle stains. The discussion also covers best practices for towel usage and the finishing touches that enhance the detailing process. In this conversation, Marshall and Nick discuss the intricacies of car detailing, emphasizing efficiency, the importance of understanding business numbers, and the seasonal preparations necessary for vehicle maintenance. They explore the significance of layering protection products, the realities of spray sealants, and the user experience associated with car care products. The dialogue is rich with practical advice for both car owners and detailing professionals, highlighting the need for a systematic approach to vehicle care.TakeawaysStart your engines! It's the beginning of detailing season.Spring weather can pose challenges for detailers.Enzymes are effective for removing tough stains.High alkaline cleaners can set stains if used improperly.Steamers are preferred for at-home carpet cleaning.Cotton terry towels are ideal for carpet cleaning.Oversaturation of carpets can be avoided with proper techniques.Stripes in carpets can indicate whether a car has been moved.Choosing the right tools is crucial for effective cleaning.Detailing is an art that requires attention to detail. Efficiency is key in car detailing.Knowing your business numbers is crucial for success.Spring cleaning is essential for vehicle maintenance.Preparing your car for summer involves deep cleaning and protection.Layering products like stack enhances vehicle protection.Regular maintenance keeps your car looking its best.Spray sealants can damage towels and may not provide lasting protection.User experience is vital in choosing car care products.Real protection comes from quality ceramic coatings.Taking care of your car can be a therapeutic process.Chapters00:00 Engines Revving: The Start of Detailing Season03:06 Weathering the Storm: Spring Cleaning Challenges06:01 Carpet Cleaning Innovations: Tools and Techniques09:08 Understanding Stains: The Role of Enzymes12:00 Choosing the Right Tools: Steamers vs. Extractors14:47 Towel Talk: Best Practices for Carpet Cleaning17:59 Finishing Touches: The Art of Detailing19:42 Efficiency in Car Detailing20:24 The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers22:43 Spring Cleaning Essentials for Your Vehicle24:53 Preparing Your Car for Summer26:56 Layering Protection: The Stack Approach29:52 Maintaining Your Vehicle's Appearance32:36 The Reality of Spray Sealants35:51 User Experience in Car Care Products
Ken Reinhard joins Team Stripes to talk about the 2025-2029 USA Hockey Rule Changes! Lots to talk about here so we get to it quick!
Visit our Online Store for Books and More.Picture this: America loses the Pacific War, and the Stars and Stripes no longer fly over California, Oregon, and Washington. Instead, the Japanese flag flutters in the wind. This chilling possibility is brought to life in our gripping 15-part alternative history audio series, Ghost Carrier: They Died to Fight Another Day. Dive into the harrowing journey of a doomed aircraft carrier and its crew, stranded in the boundless Pacific by an otherworldly twist of fate. Adapted from Robert Child's captivating book, Ghost Carrier, this series will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out—get the full experience in paperback, Kindle, or audiobook. Click the links below to purchase.Ghost Carrier PaperbackGhost Carrier KindleGhost Carrier Audiobook (FREE) with Audible SubscriptionVisit our Online Store for Books and More.For a limited time, grab a signed copy of Robert Child's Big War Box Set a must-have keepsake for your shelf! This compelling collection features five of my nonfiction military history titles, complete with photographs and detailed maps. Spanning 375 pages, the stories range from the Revolution to World War II. You'll receive: Don't miss out—order your signed copy of the Big War Box Set now.#WW2 #alternativehistory #pacificwar
With Kieran off to Plovdiv to support the Boys in Green it's a slightly (and we mean slightly) snappier pod this week. Kieran & Gary reflect on last weekend's results across both divisions and look ahead to this week's First Division matches with the top flight on an international break. The lads also delve into Alan Reynolds's bizarre post-Pat's interview, the even stranger BORST statement about referees, and touch on the public row engulfing Treaty United. If it's frank & opinionated LOI coverage you're after then it's got to be Between the Stripes. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie
In this episode, Chris and Andrew navigate scheduling mishaps, discuss the quirks of time zones, and dive deep into their transition from asdf to mise for managing development environments. They explore the benefits of mise tasks, automation, and encrypted environment variables. Chris shares the challenges of migrating Hatchbox without disrupting deployments, while Andrew tackles Stripe billing complexities, including webhook race conditions and subscription management issues. The episode wraps up with mentions of upcoming travels for conferences, personal coding projects, and some chat about playing Cyberpunk 2077. Hit the download button now!Panelists:Chris OliverAndrew MasonSponsor:HoneybadgerLinks:Chris Oliver XAndrew Mason Xmise-en-placemise watchasdf GitHubTropical on RailsSin City RubyCyberpunk 2077HoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter
JR and Tim welcome special guest Erik Johnson to the show. They talk about his return to Colorado, his past experiences, and his thoughts on the current team. They also discuss the Sabres and the Flyers, and share their opinions on players like Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid.
Celebrating Mike Brey, Jerian Grant and Pat Connaughton's run to the ACC championship via the Duke and North Carolina games in Greensboro. Topics include Zach Auguste and Bonzie Colson vs Jahlil Okafor, ACC regional broadcasts, the excellence of Demetrius Jackson, sad Coach K, crafty Steve Vasturia, the 2015 NBA Draft, the Tar Heel crowd, patiently waiting for the 26-3 run to start, hugs, perfect basketball and what this team means. Guests: Mike Laskey (AMDG Podcast), Joe Schueller (18 Stripes), Sam Werner (Three-Point Jesus Podcast) Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport
We're not used to this. The President of the United States calling Canada "a very bad abuser" and a poor trading partner, a bad neighbour, and a future 51st state. Very few of us have seen the Stars and Stripes as a negative symbol (off the ice, anyway). But the rhetoric, economic pain, and reputational damage is only getting worse under Donald Trump. How bad could it get? 7:00 | Max Fawcett, lead columnist at Canada's National Observer, chimes in on Trump's tariffs, Mark Carney's big win, Pierre Poilievre's polling woes, Ontario Premier Doug Ford's US media messaging, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's trip to Florida to work alongside right wing podcaster Ben Shapiro. READ MAX'S WORK: https://www.nationalobserver.com/ 50:30 | It's been DUMPING snow at Marmot Basin! 43 centimetres over the past couple of days alone. Plus, the Jasper Pride & Ski Festival launches April 4 - the only gay ski week in the Canadian Rockies. We feature details (and up-to-the-minute powder shots) in this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper. JASPER PRIDE & SKI FESTIVAL: https://jasperpride.ca/ BOOK YOUR JASPER ADVENTURE: https://www.jasper.travel/ 54:00 | We ask Max who he sides with in a dust-up between liquor importers and the Alberta government. We get into Tesla's stock slide and Elon Musk calling Sen. Mark Kelly a "traitor" for visiting Ukraine. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.
In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we sit down with Ken Joslin, a former NCAA women's basketball referee and college baseball umpire who transitioned from officiating to becoming a top entrepreneur, speaker, and coach. Ken shares his inspiring journey through the officiating ranks, including his pivotal moment at an SEC/ACC umpire camp, where he was told that in order to reach the next level, he needed to lose weight. That feedback sparked a transformative journey, leading him to lose 100 pounds and ultimately shift his focus to business and leadership. While he stepped away from officiating, the lessons he learned on the court and the field—communication, composure, and decision-making—became foundational to his success in the business world.Now, as the CEO of GROW STACK DRIVE and the creator of the CREATE Conference, Ken helps faith-based entrepreneurs build confidence, gain clarity, and create a powerful network. He's shared stages with top leaders like John Maxwell and Grant Cardone, and his As The Leader Grows podcast and best-selling book have impacted thousands. In this episode, Ken offers valuable insights for referees looking to elevate their mindset, develop leadership skills, and create opportunities beyond officiating. Whether you're chasing your next playoff assignment or thinking about life after refereeing, Ken's wisdom on personal development and success will leave you motivated to level up.
Visit our Online Store for Books and More.Picture this: America loses the Pacific War, and the Stars and Stripes no longer fly over California, Oregon, and Washington. Instead, the Japanese flag flutters in the wind. This chilling possibility is brought to life in our gripping 15-part alternative history audio series, Ghost Carrier: They Died to Fight Another Day. Dive into the harrowing journey of a doomed aircraft carrier and its crew, stranded in the boundless Pacific by an otherworldly twist of fate. Adapted from Robert Child's captivating book, Ghost Carrier, this series will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out—get the full experience in paperback, Kindle, or audiobook. Click the links below to purchase.Ghost Carrier PaperbackGhost Carrier KindleGhost Carrier Audiobook (FREE) with Audible SubscriptionVisit our Online Store for Books and More.For a limited time, grab a signed copy of Robert Child's Big War Box Set a must-have keepsake for your shelf! This compelling collection features five of my nonfiction military history titles, complete with photographs and detailed maps. Spanning 375 pages, the stories range from the Revolution to World War II. You'll receive: Don't miss out—order your signed copy of the Big War Box Set now.#WW2 #alternativehistory #pacificwar
After they complete initial entry training all soldiers are entitled to Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) to help pay for food, but many of them have most of it deducted to pay for meals provided in dining facilities (DFACs). Recent investigative reporting by our guest, Steve Beynon, has revealed striking inconsistencies between how much money is taken from soldiers in the form of BAS deductions and how much money is spent on providing those soldiers with the meals they're entitled to. At many of the Army's largest installations more than half of those funds seem to be getting reallocated, and the Army can't even explain where. From "smoke pit conspiracy" to congressional inquiry, this is a problem that many soldiers have talked about for years, but is just now breaking into mainstream media coverage thanks to Steve's work. He joined us on the podcast to discuss what he's found, and we may have even identified more problems live on air...Steve Beynon is a reporter for Military.com based out of the Washington, D.C., area whose detailed investigations have covered urgent issues impacting soldiers. A veteran of the Afghanistan war with over a decade of experience as a cavalry scout, Steve leverages his firsthand military experience to deliver authoritative journalism. In 2023, Military Veterans in Journalism honored him as one of the top veterans in media for exposing a cult scheme that defrauded veterans of their benefits, one of the largest scams ever to target the military community. This accolade includes recipients from the New York Times and Associated Press. The cult's churches were eventually raided by the FBI. His byline has appeared in Politico, Stars and Stripes, Military Times, American Legion Magazine, National Guard Magazine, Fox 19, Cincinnati City Beat, and the Cincinnati Enquirer. He studied journalism and environmental policy at the University of Cincinnati on a GI Bill scholarship.Steve's original story breaking this news published last month in Military.com21 Senators and Members of Congress signed this letter to the Secretary of Defense demanding answers about this situationSteve published a follow up piece discussing the reaction from Congress and some of the feedback from inside the pentagonHere's the DoD's page about BASWe discussed the Army's budget estimates towards the end of the episode, the military personnel (MILPERS) portion of which can be found hereWe also referenced the DoD's Financial Management Regulation, and the subsistence portion is found in Volume 7A, Chapter 25We also referenced two GAO reports:The first was "DOD Should Formalize Its Process for Revising Food Ingredients and Better Track Dining Facility Use and Costs"The second was "Additional Actions Needed to Implement, Oversee, and Evaluate Nutrition Efforts for Service Members"The law that guides most of this is 37 USC 402And finally, the DoD's overarching guidance is found in DoD Directive 1418.05
As Elon Musk leads a project to drastically remake the federal government, one goal might be fueling it all: getting to Mars. It's an objective that President Donald Trump seems to share. In his inaugural address on Jan. 20, Trump promised that the U.S. would “pursue our manifest destiny into the stars, launching American astronauts to plant the Stars and Stripes on the planet Mars.”But what are the obstacles to get to the Red Planet? Host Martine Powers speaks with space reporter Christian Davenport about the U.S. ambitions to get to Mars — and how the country, along with private space companies, could actually get there.Today's show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Reena Flores with help from Renita Jablonski and Maggie Penman. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.
The conversation revolves around the Capitals' success and Ovechkin's pursuit of Gretzky's goal-scoring record. JR and Tim discuss their friendship with guest Alan May, a former NHL player and current TV analyst, who shares his insights on the team's chemistry and Ovechkin's incredible season.
Last time we spoke about the Fall of Manila. General LeMay's B-29 bombers wreaked havoc on Japan, targeting key factories at a high cost. On February 19, US Marines landed on Iwo Jima, facing fierce Japanese resistance and heavy casualties. By February 23, after relentless fighting and harsh conditions, they raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi, marking a hard-won victory. This moment inspired a legacy for the Marine Corps, as battles raged on in the Pacific. Meanwhile troops attacked General Kobayashi's defenses at Mounts Pacawagan and Mataba, struggling to gain ground. Reinforcements arrived, leading to coordinated assaults, but progress was slow. Meanwhile, General Yamashita reorganized his forces in response to increased guerrilla activity. As American divisions advanced, they faced fierce resistance but gradually secured key positions. Guerrilla leader Volckmann disrupted Japanese supply lines, significantly impacting their operations. Amidst the chaos, a daring rescue mission freed over 2,000 internees, though it provoked brutal reprisals against civilians. This episode is the Great Tokyo Air Raid 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. Today we are continuing with the ongoing battle over Iwo Jima. By the end of February, Colonel Liversedge's 28th Marines had successfully secured Mount Suribachi, while the other regiments from the 3rd, 4th, and 5th Marine Divisions advanced toward the O-2 Line, situated beyond Airfield No. 2. This location was where General Kuribayashi maintained his primary defensive positions, which were heavily fortified with caves, tunnels, and traps. On March 1, General Rockey continued his offensive on the left flank as the fresh 28th Marines moved through the weary 27th Marines, led by Colonel Wornham, and launched an assault on Hill 362A and its adjacent positions. The corps' 155mm howitzers and 5th Division artillery commenced firing a preparation at K-minus 45 minutes. One battleship and two cruisers from the gunfire and covering force added their heavy fires from 08:00 to 08:30. Aircraft from the support carrier group delivered strikes throughout the day, but did not participate in preparation for the attack. This proved one of the busiest days for Task Force 54 since D-Day as fire support ships dueled with enemy shore batteries until late afternoon. Shortly after dawn enemy guns in the northern part of the island opened up, and at 07:25 the destroyer Terry took a direct hit by a 6-inch shell, suffering heavy casualties. The battleship Nevada immediately engaged these hostile installations, and after completing their mission in support of the landing force, the cruisers Indianapolis and Pensacola shifted to counter battery fire. At 10:25 the destroyer Colhoun was hit by a major-caliber projectile, and soon after this enemy shells straddled the destroyer Stembel. Counter Battery fire continued throughout the day with the Nevada destroying one casemated gun and starting a fire in another emplacement, while the Pensacola's batteries accounted for a third Japanese gun. Following the robust aerial, naval, and artillery bombardment, Liversedge's forces achieved some initial success, including capturing the hilltop, but were ultimately halted by intense machine-gun fire from Nishi Ridge to the north. However, the 3rd Battalion along the coast managed to advance approximately 350 yards against lighter resistance. In the center, General Erskine also pressed forward beyond Airfield No. 2, with Colonel Withers' 21st Marines advancing north and northeast about 500 yards into the incomplete Airfield No. 3. At the same time, General Cates continued to send his troops into the fray. Colonel Jordan's 24th Marines replaced Colonel Wensinger's exhausted 23rd Marines on the left and fought to dislodge the enemy from Hill 382. They succeeded in advancing about 100 yards along the division's left boundary and 50 yards on the right, establishing a foothold on elevated terrain overlooking Minami village. Further south, Colonel Lanigan committed only his 1st Battalion to eliminate the salient around the Amphitheater and Turkey Knob, but this assault was again met with fierce Japanese gunfire. This relief enabled Erskine to initiate a late two-regiment offensive, with the 21st Marines on the left and Colonel Kenyon's 9th Marines on the right, although this effort did not achieve any significant progress. The following day, the assault persisted, but the 9th Marines made minimal headway against a strong enemy position on the right, while the 21st Marines advanced toward the base of Hill 362B and the southern edge of Airfield No. 3. Concurrently, Liversedge's 28th Marines successfully cleared Hill 362A and moved toward Nishi Ridge, where they repelled a fierce counterattack by 150 Japanese soldiers. Colonel Graham's 26th Marines were once again deployed to fill the gap between the 3rd and 5th Marine Divisions, managing to gain approximately 500 yards to the north. Jordan's 24th Marines finally captured Hill 382 and advanced about 300 yards on the left flank. Meanwhile, Lanigan's 1st Battalion made another unsuccessful attempt to infiltrate and take the high ground north of Turkey Knob. As described by an intelligence officer with the 4th Marine Division “As a result of a close study of the enemy's recent defensive action, aided by observation from OP's and air reconnaissance, the following explanation is suggested of the enemy's defense in this Div's Z of A. The enemy remains below ground in his maze of communicating tunnels throughout our preliminary arty fires. When the fire ceases he pushed OP's out of entrances not demolished by our fires. Then choosing a suitable exit he moves as many men and weapons to the surface as he can, depending on the cover and concealment of that area, often as close as 75 yards from our front. As our troops advance toward this point he delivers all the fire at his disposal, rifle, machine-gun, and mortar. When he has inflicted sufficient casualties to pin down our advance he then withdraws through his underground tunnels most of his forces, possibly leaving a few machine gunners and mortars. Meanwhile our Bn CO has coordinated his direct support weapons and delivers a concentration of rockets, mortars and artillery. Our tanks then push in, supported by infantry. When the hot spot is overrun we find a handful of dead Japs and few if any enemy weapons. While this is happening, the enemy has repeated the process and another sector of our advance is engaged in a vicious fire fight, and the cycle continues.” Meanwhile the remainder of the 25th Marines managed to advance 300 yards along the coast without facing any opposition. On March 3, the capture of Hill 362A enabled flame-thrower tanks to assist in the advance northward. The 5th Marine Division prepared to press on with its assaults through Nishi Ridge and Hill 362B. The majority of the 28th Marines faced strong resistance as they moved forward over 200 yards. Liversedge's 1st Battalion and Graham's 1st Battalion executed a coordinated attack to take the main enemy positions ahead of them. Meanwhile, the remainder of the 26th Marines surged forward, achieving a gain of over 500 yards, which allowed them to relieve Kenyon's 3rd Battalion and secure the summit of Hill 362B. In the center, the 9th Marines remained in a stalemate, while the 21st Marines launched a vigorous attack to the northeast, successfully capturing the summit of Hill 357 at the eastern edge of the Motoyama Plateau. They then attempted another assault southeast toward Hill 362C, which resulted in a modest gain of about 250 yards. Meanwhile, in the 4th Marine Division's sector, Wensinger's 23rd Marines were deployed in the center, where determined Japanese defenders continued to thwart intense American assaults, despite the partial reduction of the Turkey Knob blockhouse. To the left, the 24th Marines resumed their offensive southeast, advancing up to 350 yards in the center. During the eight days of deadlock and fierce conflict in the Hill 382 and Turkey Knob areas, the weather had been generally favorable. Mild temperatures and fair skies predominated, although early in the morning ground haze combined with smoke to limit observation, and on a few days light showers fell in the afternoon. Night temperatures sometimes went below 60°F, and it was then that tired Marines were grateful for the characteristic subterranean heat of the island that warmed their foxholes. The next day, March 4, dawned gray and sullen, and intermittent showers fell from the overcast skies. Visibility was so limited that all air strikes were canceled and aerial observation seriously curtailed. On the right, Cates' Marines pressed the attack southeast but could only gain 150 yards against the defenders' fierce resistance. To the left, after a failed Japanese infiltration attempt overnight to gather food and water, both the 9th and 21st Marines made no progress with their costly eastward assaults. Finally, supported closely by flame-throwing tanks and combat engineers, Rockey's Marines fought fiercely but achieved only minor advances, prompting Wornham's 27th Marines to be thrown back into the battle to reinforce the two battered assault regiments. March 5 was then dedicated to reorganizing and resupplying the three Marine Divisions in preparation for a renewed effort the next day. Additionally, the reserve 3rd Marines, led by Colonel James Stuart, were sent back to Guam without having landed on Iwo Jima. The three divisions accordingly resumed the offensive on March 6 after a terrific artillery and naval gunfire bombardment. First, on the left, Erskine attacked with his three regiments abreast yet failed to make any significant advance. Then, in the center, the 9th and 21st Marines likewise unsuccessfully attacked towards Hill 362C, though the latter managed to clear the entire Hill 357 area. Lastly, Wensinger's 23rd Marines passed through the 24th on the division left and pressed on forward against heavy opposition, successfully gaining between 150 and 350 yards while Jordan's battalions gained up to 150 yards in their front. Additionally, the 25th Marines mopped up in its area and Cates' Provisional Battalion kept hammering against the Amphitheater-Turkey Knob area. In the knowledge that the battle was swinging irrevocably in favor of the Americans, General Kuribayashi radioed Tokyo: "Our strongpoints might be able to fight delaying actions for several more days. I comfort myself a little seeing my officers and men die without regret after struggling in this inch-by-inch battle against an overwhelming enemy...". The General's predictions were, if anything, on the pessimistic side as his garrison would prolong the battle for another three weeks. Although the fighting was dragging terribly, on this day Brigadier-General Ernest Moore successfully landed on Airfield No. 1 alongside 28 P-51s and 12 P-61s of the 15th Fighter Group to take over control of island air activities. The following day, the Island Commander, Major-General James Chaney, assumed responsibility for base development, air defense, and operation of the airfields. Meanwhile, Schmidt was continuing his coordinated offensive, with the 28th Marines meeting only scattered resistance as it pushed 500 yards north; the 26th Marines overrunning the enemy defenses and gaining about 150 yards before resistance stiffened once again; the 27th Marines attacking on a narrow front but likewise gaining only 150 yards; the 21st Marines achieving tactical surprise to reach Hill 331 and then pushing 250 yards more to Hill 362C, which was ultimately seized as well; the 9th Marines ferociously attacking east but gaining only 200 yards before a rain of fire stopped them; the 23rd Marines recovering from a savage Japanese night counterattack and then pushing around 150 yards against strong resistance; the 24th Marines only progressing over 50 yards as it neutralized a number of enemy defenses; and the 25th Marines and the Provisional Battalion continuing secondary operations against the Amphitheater-Turkey Knob area. On March 8, Rockey pressed on toward the northeast coast, with the 28th Marines advancing against minimal resistance, gaining between 300 and 500 yards along the shoreline. Meanwhile, the 26th Marines faced a complete stalemate against the intricate network of pillboxes and interconnected caves that had once comprised the village of Kita. The 27th Marines managed to advance approximately 150 yards with tank support. In the center, the 21st Marines shifted northeast again, successfully gaining 300 yards through the last organized resistance in the area, while the 9th Marines captured Hill 362C and continued their eastward assault, reaching the edge of the plateau overlooking the beach and initiating a flanking maneuver south of Hill 331. On the right flank, the 23rd and 24th Marines continued their attacks but made little headway against the enemy's formidable defenses. That night, General Senda launched a strong counterattack that caught the Americans off guard. Two of Senda's orderlies would survive and report what occurred during the daring counterattack. Many of his troops believed that Inoue was a superior leader who inspired his men to perform outstanding feats of bravery; others thought he was a maniac. The sight of the Stars and Stripes flying on top of Mount Suribachi had filled him with increasing rage. He is quoted as saying: "We shall destroy their banner, we shall replace it with ours in the name of the great Emperor and the great people of Japan." Inoue was in charge of the Naval Guard Force who manned the shore guns that sank and damaged many of the US warships and landing craft, and was described as a bombastic and temperamental character, a fine swordsman, heavy drinker, and womanizer. His bizarre plan almost beggars belief. The Captain was certain that the airfields would be lightly defended by service troops. He and his men would move southward, destroying B29 bombers as they passed; climb Mount Suribachi and tear down the Stars and Stripes; and replace it with the Rising Sun as an inspiration to all Japanese troops on the island. However this never came to be. The determined defenders, bolstered by heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, repelled the assault, resulting in approximately 800 Japanese casualties. Under relentless pressure in a shrinking area where most critical terrain features had been seized, the disorganized Japanese forces saw a fleeting opportunity to escape destruction, raid American-controlled airfields, and reclaim Mount Suribachi with this counterattack. However, its failure effectively depleted Senda's remaining strength and chances for continued resistance. The following day, Cates resumed the offensive, with the 23rd Marines making minor gains along their front, while Jordan's 3rd Battalion achieved a notable breakthrough of 300 yards. Furthermore, the Provisional Battalion was disbanded, and Lanigan's 2nd Battalion assumed control of the Amphitheater-Turkey Knob region. In the center, Erskine persisted in his advance toward the sea, with patrols from the 9th and 21st Marines successfully reaching the beach as American forces continued to secure the area. Meanwhile, to the left, Rockey faced significant resistance, with his troops soon coming under intense and precise fire from elevated positions extending southeast from Kitano Point. Consequently, the 26th and 27th Marines remained in a stalemate while the 28th Marines moved forward. On March 10, Liversedge's men advanced approximately 40 yards across extremely challenging terrain and against fierce opposition, while Graham's 2nd Battalion gained an additional 75 yards, with the rest of the 26th and 27th Marines still held in place. Over the past 14 days, Rockey's 5th Marine Division advanced 3,000 yards along the west coast, ultimately pushing Kuribayashi's forces into a final pocket at the northern tip of the island. In a dispatch to Tokyo on March 10, General Kuribayashi summed up the Japanese situation in this manner: “Although the attacks of the enemy against our Northern districts are continuing day and night, our troops are still fighting bravely and holding their positions thoroughly… 200 or 300 American infantrymen with several tanks attacked "Tenzan" all day. The enemy's bombardments from one battleship (or cruiser), 11 destroyers, and aircraft are very severe, especially the bombing and machine-gun fire against Divisional Headquarters from 30 fighters and bombers are so fierce that I cannot express nor write here.” Not until 15 bloody days later did Marines eliminate the last pocket of organized enemy resistance in the northern end of the island. By D+19 all that remained for the enemy force was to fight and die for the Emperor. This advance came at a significant cost, with Rockey suffering 1,098 men killed and 2,974 wounded during this time. In the center, the 21st Marines reported that all organized resistance in their area had been eliminated, while the 9th Marines moved toward the beach, facing harassment from enemy fire from a resisting pocket on their right. Nevertheless, Erskine's 3rd Marine Division successfully secured the airfield areas and only needed to eliminate this last remaining pocket in their zone. However, personnel losses during this 14-day campaign were substantial, with Erskine losing 831 men killed and 2,241 wounded. Finally, Cates took over from the 24th Marines as he initiated his final offensive eastward. Consequently, the 23rd Marines advanced southeast with minimal resistance, covering approximately 700 yards before stopping at a strategic high ground about 500 yards from the beach, while patrols moved toward the coast near Tachiiwa Point. Simultaneously, Lanigan's 1st and 3rd Battalions pushed 600 yards southeast against stronger opposition and successfully occupied the key terrain southwest of Higashi. Meanwhile, the 2nd Battalion advanced northeast to join them, effectively driving the remaining enemy forces into a small pocket in that area. Over the last 14 days, Cates' 4th Marine Division engaged in relentless assaults, fighting fiercely from Charlie-Dog Ridge past Hill 382, the Amphitheater, Turkey Knob, through Minami, and the formidable defenses northeast of Hill 382, nearly reaching the coast. The Japanese conducted an astute defense in this sector. General Kuribayashi had planned well, but much credit for execution of the plan in the 4th Marine Division zone must go to General Senda, who commanded the 2nd Mixed Brigade and exercised tactical control during the battle. Enemy weapons and minefields were well placed to take maximum advantage of terrain features, fire control was excellent when judged by Japanese standards, and camouflage discipline outstanding. Machine-gun positions controlled draws, while mortars were disposed to deliver fire on routes of approach, including the crests, forward, and reverse slopes of ridges. The one obvious mistake made by the Japanese in this long, grueling defense to the death was the night counterattack of March 8. This action cost them many lives and gained no advantage. Even this rather hopeless plunge can be somewhat justified, however, when the situation that existed then is seen from the Japanese point of view. By March 8, the enemy was under heavy, constant pressure in an ever-shrinking area where most of the critical terrain features had been captured. He was quickly becoming dispossessed and disorganized, with few courses of action remaining. Because communications were undoubtedly badly disrupted, it is possible that the Japanese facing the 4th Division did not realize just how hopeless his cause appeared and therefore harbored some hope that the counterattack might not be in vain. The cost was significant, with Cates suffering 848 men killed and 2,836 wounded. While the battle raged on Iwo Jima, General LeMay was also preparing for a major raid on Tokyo, known as Operation Meetinghouse. After a precision strike by 192 B-29 bombers against Musashi on March 4, which resulted in minimal damage due to heavy cloud cover, a decision was made to move away from the 21st Bomber Command's traditional focus on precision bombing. This eighth fiasco at Musashi marked the end of a well-defined phase of 21st Bomber Command's operations. The effort to knock out the Japanese aircraft industry by high-altitude, daylight precision bombing of carefully selected targets had failed. Production of aircraft engines, not grossly off scheduled programs when 21st Bomber Command came to the Marianas, fell off sharply during the last two months of 1944 and production of aircraft declined slightly during the same period. In neither case, however, could the shortages be accounted for by destruction wrought by the B-29's; indeed, the output of Franks at Ota had decreased from 300 a month to 100 before the first air strike. Not one of the nine high-priority targets had been destroyed, although Akashi had been effectively crippled and production had been slowed down at Mitsubishi's engine and assembly plants at Nagoya and at Nakajima-Ota. Musashi had suffered only 4% damage after 835 B-29 sorties had been sent against it; Navy planes had done more harm in a single strike. Probably the indirect effects of the B-29 raids were most important: with the fall of Saipan, Japanese industrialists had begun to lose confidence in their supposed immunity from air attack. Although under governmental pressure for increased production, they began, with the first attacks on Nakajima and Mitsubishi, to hunt for underground or forest cover, and the official directive for dispersal issued in mid-January merely served to quicken a process already well under way. This radical change in manufacturing techniques, never as efficiently conducted as the similar movement in Germany had been, explains in part the slowdown in production in late 1944 and early 1945. In 22 missions comprising 2,148 sorties, the command dropped 5,398 tons of bombs on Japan targeting the Imperial aircraft industry, but only about half of the bombers hit primary targets. Losses were substantial, largely due to fierce enemy interceptors and the lengthy overwater journey from the Marianas to Japan, which lacked any friendly bases for refueling or repairs. As a result of the high costs associated with unescorted daylight missions, the susceptibility of Japanese cities to incendiary attacks, and the minimal impact of precision bombing with high explosives, General Arnold ultimately opted for a comprehensive incendiary campaign. In preparation for the forthcoming assault on Okinawa, LeMay was tasked with initiating a series of intensive incendiary strikes from low altitudes. This lower bombing altitude would enhance accuracy, increase bomb load, and prolong the lifespan of B-29 engines. Although this approach carried risks, LeMay believed that the intense Japanese anti-aircraft fire was not overly threatening, as only two B-29s had been lost due to flak alone. He also decided to conduct these missions at night, which would decrease the likelihood of heavy cloud cover and strong winds, simplify navigation, and enable the bombers to reach the two new emergency airstrips at Iwo Jima by dawn. The first mission was set to commence immediately, with 334 B-29s from the 73rd, 313th, and 314th Bombardment Wings taking off in the late afternoon of March 9, carrying approximately 2,000 tons of bombs. The target was a rectangular area in northeastern Tokyo known as Zone I, measuring about 4 by 3 miles and encompassing most of Asakusa, Honjo, and Fukagawa Wards. After a turbulent journey, the initial pathfinders successfully identified their targets under favorable weather conditions and marked them shortly after midnight with fires However LeMay's decision came late. With the first mission set for the night of March 9, the field orders were not cut until the 8th. Although operational details would vary significantly from normal practice, there was no time to consult Washington as was so frequently done. Arnold was not even informed of the revolutionary plans until the day before the mission. The decision to attack at night ruled out the command's standard technique of lead-crew bombing. Formation flying at night was not feasible, and with flak rather than enemy fighters the chief danger, a tight formation would be a handicap rather than a source of defensive strength. With planes bombing individually from low altitudes, bomb loads could be sharply increased, to an average of about six tons per plane. Lead squadron B-29s carried 180 x 70-pound M47s, napalm-filled bombs calculated to start "appliance fires," that is, fires requiring attention of motorized fire-fighting equipment. Other planes, bombing on these pathfinders, were loaded with 24 x 500-pound clusters of M69s. Intervalometers were set at 100 feet for the pathfinders, 50 feet for the other planes. The latter setting was supposed to give a minimum density of 25 tons (8333 M69s) per square mile. Late reports indicated widespread fires that forced formations to search extensively for targets, with visibility severely hampered by smoke and bomb runs complicated by turbulence from intense heat waves. During the three-hour assault, a total of 279 B-29 bombers targeted Tokyo, successfully dropping 1,665 short tons of bombs on the primary objective. Additionally, 19 Superfortresses, unable to reach Tokyo, attacked alternative or last-resort targets. The Japanese were taken completely by surprise by this tactical shift, resulting in only moderate resistance; intense anti-aircraft fire destroyed 14 B-29s and damaged another 42, while enemy interceptors had no significant effect. The fires were so intense that they nearly extinguished themselves by mid-morning, only halted by wide gaps like rivers. Subsequent photographs revealed that 15.8 square miles had been devastated, including 18% of the industrial sector, 63% of the commercial area, and the core of the densely populated residential district. Tokyo's highly effective firefighting system was also caught off guard, leading to the destruction of 95 fire engines and the deaths of 125 firefighters, while lightweight buildings were completely consumed along with their contents. Little rubble remained; only a few fire-resistant structures, marked by heat damage, stood in the devastated areas. In total, 267,171 buildings were destroyed, 83,793 people lost their lives, 40,918 were injured, and 1,008,005 were left homeless. Moreover, it took 25 days to recover all the bodies from the debris. Radio Tokyo referred to the raid as “slaughter bombing,” with one broadcast stating that “the sea of flames engulfing the residential and commercial districts of Tokyo was reminiscent of the holocaust of Rome, caused by Emperor Nero.” The attack significantly undermined the morale of Japanese civilians, and along with other firebombing raids in March, it led many to believe that the war situation was worse than their government had acknowledged. In response, the Japanese government implemented a mix of repression, including severe penalties for those accused of disloyalty or spreading rumors, and launched an ineffective propaganda campaign aimed at restoring confidence in the nation's air and civil defense efforts. Meanwhile, LeMay and Arnold viewed the operation as a considerable success. As Tokyo mourned its losses, another 313 B-29s were sent on the afternoon of March 11 to execute a similar strike on Nagoya; however, due to minimal wind to spread the fires from the widely dispersed bombs, the results were less impressive. Nonetheless, only one B-29 was lost during the raid, with another 20 sustaining damage. It became evident, as LeMay had predicted, that the Japanese lacked effective tactics for nighttime interception. Now, attention shifts to Burma to report on the ongoing Chinese-British-Indian offensives. On General Slim's primary front, General Stopford's 33rd Corps continued its vigorous advance toward Mandalay, while General Cowan's 17th Indian Division successfully made its way to the Meiktila area in the Japanese rear. In response, Generals Kimura and Katamura sent several reinforcements to this crucial area, but only the 1st Battalion, 168th Regiment, led by Colonel Yoshida, managed to arrive in time to establish some defenses in the town, quickly transforming buildings in Meiktila into bunkers and strongpoints. On February 28, Cowan dispatched the 63rd Brigade to launch an attack from the west and the 48th Brigade to advance from the north along the Mahlaing-Meiktila road, while the 255th Tank Brigade executed a wide flanking maneuver to approach from the east. As a result, the 63rd Brigade secured Kyaukpyugon and set up a roadblock southwest of Meiktila; the 48th Brigade advanced to a bridge over a chaung approximately a mile from the town; and the 255th Brigade fought its way to Kyigon and Khanda, successfully destroying several bunkers near Point 860. On March 1, following a heavy air and artillery bombardment, Cowan's three brigades began to push into Meiktila despite fierce resistance. The 48th Brigade, bolstered by a tank squadron, advanced down the Mandalay-Meiktila road, quickly clearing Kyigon before entering the town, where they reached within 100 yards of the railroad line before the attack was halted in the late afternoon. To the east, the majority of the 255th Tank Brigade captured Point 860 and began clearing the camouflaged bunkers along the ridgeline, while a combined force of tanks and grenadiers advanced to within 200 yards of the railroad station before being recalled. Meanwhile, the 63rd Brigade, supported by a tank squadron, cleared the village of Kanna and continued past it to secure the railroad line and the main Kyaukpadaung-Meiktila road. The following day, the 17th Indian Division tightened the encirclement around Meiktila, inflicting significant casualties on the outnumbered defenders and destroying numerous enemy bunkers. On March 3, the three brigades commenced the task of eliminating the last remaining Japanese forces in and around Meiktila. They faced intense sniper and machine-gun fire from every building. However, due to the tanks' superior firepower, the Japanese strongholds were systematically taken down one by one. By the end of the day, the town was cleared, with an estimated 2,000 Japanese troops killed, including Colonel Yoshida. Additionally, 47 field pieces and anti-tank guns were captured, and the supply dumps surrounding Meiktila were secured. Cowan now needed to organize the town's defenses, anticipating a swift and fierce Japanese counterattack. Immediately after the town's capture, Kimura ordered the 18th Division to work with the weakened 49th Division to reclaim Meiktila, while Katamura reinforced General Naka with the majority of the 119th and 214th Regiments, a strong artillery unit, and the battered 14th Tank Regiment. Following the capture of Meiktila, Cowan's forces spent the next few days clearing the area of any remaining snipers and stragglers. For the town's defense, Cowan assigned each brigade and the divisional infantry to four sectors, each featuring a heavily fortified redoubt. He also tasked the 99th Brigade with defending Kyigon and Meiktila's airfield. To maintain the initiative for the 17th Division, Cowan aggressively deployed strong mobile columns of tanks, mechanized artillery, and infantry to disrupt the Japanese formations as they approached Meiktila. Consequently, while the 18th and 49th Divisions advanced, Ywadan and Nyaungaing were secured on March 5. In the following days, the main roads leading to Mahlaing, Kyaukpadaung, Pyawbwe, Thazi, and Mandalay were cleared, and the enemy units of the 214th Regiment at Thangongyi and Yego were successfully repelled on March 8. General Naka was now prepared to initiate his primary assault on Meiktila, instructing his units to concentrate their efforts north of the town, while the 214th Regiment made an unsuccessful attempt to move southwest to connect with the 49th Division. In response to these movements, on March 10, Cowan sent a robust tank-infantry force along the Mahlaing road to escort a previously dispatched column back to Meiktila, successfully inflicting significant casualties on the 56th Regiment as the British-Indians secured the Leindaw-Kyanngyagon area. However, the troops faced harassment from artillery fire originating from south of Myindawgan Lake, prompting Cowan to launch another armored sweep on March 14 to eliminate this threat. Although the 55th Regiment managed to capture the hill north of Meiktila after Cowan's tanks and infantry withdrew, the Japanese forces were unable to prevent their return, which resulted in further heavy losses. Concurrently, other tank-infantry units disrupted the advance of the 49th Division, effectively delaying the assembly of Japanese forces to the south and east of Meiktila until March 18. Additionally, a strong raid by the Komatsubara Unit was successfully repelled on March 14. In Stopford's sector, the 19th Division was preparing to launch its final offensive southward toward Mandalay, while the 2nd and 20th Divisions, after fierce fighting to expand their bridgeheads, were advancing east to assault the southern approaches to Mandalay. With close support from artillery and aircraft, General Rees' forces successfully breached the primary defenses of Lieutenant-General Yamamoto Kiyoe's 15th Division, reaching the northern outskirts of Mandalay by March 7. As the assault continued, British-Indian forces were set to enter the city on March 9. However, the determined defenders clung to Mandalay Hill and Fort Dufferin, aiming to extend the conflict and fight to the death. While Mandalay was under siege, the 62nd Brigade stealthily advanced east to Maymyo on March 11, catching the garrison off guard. The next day, Mandalay Hill ultimately fell while Fort Dufferin was being heavily bombarded within the city. By mid-March, the 2nd Division was nearing the capture of Ava, and the 20th Division was steadily advancing east to sever the supply routes from Mandalay to the south. In northern Burma, General Sultan was also pursuing his offensive. After establishing a bridgehead at Myitson, General Festing's 36th British Division faced minimal resistance and successfully took Mongmit on March 9 before continuing southward to Mogok. To the east, the 38th Chinese Division encountered only weak delaying positions as it moved towards Lashio, which was successfully occupied by March 7. At this point, the 56th Division, now independently commanding this area, was gradually retreating towards Hsipaw and Kyaukme. Although General Sun paused his advance until the Generalissimo granted permission to resume the offensive later in the month. Mountbatten feared that if more Chinese troops were withdrawn from Burma it might not be possible to take Rangoon before the monsoon rains began. This was an unpleasant prospect, so Mountbatten went to Chungking on March 8 for two days of conference with the Generalissimo. When the conference of March 9 concluded, the Generalissimo, according to the American minutes, said that he would recapitulate his decision of halting the Chinese advance at Lashio. In so doing, he remarked that the details of withdrawal would be settled later and that no final decisions would be made before General Wedemeyer was able to take part in them. Then he stated that unless there was a simultaneous amphibious attack on Rangoon, operations would stop at Lashio and Mandalay and the Allies would assume the defensive. The Chinese would stop at Lashio, but details of their operations between Lashio and Mandalay would be settled later between the staffs. The misunderstanding became quite apparent in mid-March when General Sultan, under whose command the Chinese were, received conflicting orders. Mountbatten ordered Sultan to move his forces southwestward toward Mandalay, yet the Generalissimo directed that the Chinese divisions stay in the Lashio area. As a compromise and to avoid having the Chinese wait idly around Lashio, Sultan suggested that a smaller task force be directed to proceed south. But the Generalissimo and his American advisers stood firm, lest the shift of troops to China be delayed. This in turn caused the British to believe that if the Chinese were not going to advance they should be withdrawn forthwith and end the burden on the line of communications. The 50th Chinese Division began to push south after securing the Namtu region and by mid-March reached Hsipaw. Meanwhile, in South Burma, the 82nd West African Division had taken Dalet, while the 25th Indian Division engaged in a struggle for control of the Ruywa-Tamandu area. Additionally, the 2nd West African Brigade was advancing inland toward An, posing a significant threat to the Japanese rear areas. Due to the rapid advancement of Slim's offensive, Admiral Mountbatten had to prioritize air supply for the 14th Army. This situation soon compelled General Christison to send the 25th Indian Division back to India, as his logistical support was becoming increasingly strained. Capturing Tamandu and establishing a Forward Maintenance Area there became essential. After successfully clearing Dokekan, the 74th Indian Brigade crossed the Me Chaung on March 4 to circumvent the main enemy defenses. The British-Indians pressed on, launching attacks on Tamandu in the following days, but the determined defenders put up strong resistance. Eventually, General Miyazaki withdrew most of the 111th Regiment and ordered it to attack the 2nd West African Brigade from the rear, which was finally contained by March 17. With the 25th Division scheduled to withdraw to Akyab by the end of the month, the 74th was reassigned to the 82nd West African Division and launched a final assault on Tamandu on March 11, successfully capturing the abandoned objective. The British-Indians then began to advance towards Kolan, reaching the vicinity of the town by mid-March. Simultaneously, the 154th Regiment counterattacked the West Africans at Dalet, successfully halting the enemy's advance beyond the river. Meanwhile, the 4th Indian Brigade landed at Mae near Letpan on March 13 from Ramree Island and established a roadblock to prevent enemy escape. In response, the 121st Regiment sent several companies to conduct a delaying action aimed at slowing the enemy's southward advance. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. The battle for Iwo Jima intensified as the Marines advanced against fortified Japanese positions, facing heavy resistance and suffering significant casualties while capturing key terrain over several weeks of fierce combat. Meanwhile General LeMay shifted from precision bombing to incendiary raids on Tokyo, resulting in significant destruction and civilian casualties, while Japanese morale plummeted amid military setbacks.
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