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An informative discussion with Dr. James Sturgeon, Professor Emeritus of Economics at Univerity of Missouri-Kansas City, on his new book Institutional Economics: Theory and Pratice. We talk about how institutional economics, which can be traced to prominent American economists such as Thorstein Veblen, John R. Commons, and John Kenneth Galbraith, is an alternative way of doing economic analysis and problem solving when contrasted with what passes for mainstream economics today.
Last time we spoke about the Visayas Offensive. In March 1945, the Pacific War raged on. On Iwo Jima, the US Marines, after intense fighting and heavy casualties, declared the island secured. Meanwhile, in northern Luzon, General Clarkson's division advanced towards Baguio, facing fierce Japanese resistance, while General Mullins pushed through Balete Pass. The Japanese army, grappling with severe supply shortages, was forced to evacuate Baguio. In the Visayas, General Eichelberger's forces targeted the Sulu Archipelago and Central Visayan Islands, securing key airfields. The 40th Division landed on Panay, capturing Iloilo, and launched an assault on northern Negros. On Cebu, the Americal Division landed near Talisay, encountering mines but minimal resistance, and secured Cebu City. By April, Allied forces had made strategic advances across the Philippines, overcoming Japanese resistance and establishing crucial airfields. This episode is the Invasion of okinawa 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. We have come to the grand final battlefield at last, that of Okinawa. Of course battles are raging in all sorts of other theaters like New Guinea, China, Burma, etc. However as you might imagine its becoming impossible given the week by week format to cover all of this in single episodes. So we are going to hardcore focus on Okinawa for awhile, we will circle back to the other theaters to catch up. Seriously it was the only logical way to do this and honestly in retrospect I wish the entire podcast was campaign by campaign instead of week by week. But I am a mere podcaster following the youtube series of this. But if you want to hear a campaign by campaign series, over at Echoes of War me and my cohost Gaurav are beginning to roll them out. The first series will be the entire Malayan Campaign, and I think after that I might try to do the Philippines. Regardless lets jump into the invasion of Okinawa. As previously noted, the directive issued by the Joint Chiefs of Staff on October 3 designated Okinawa as the final target for invasion, following the establishment of air and naval bases in Luzon and Iwo Jima. Capturing this crucial island would bring the conflict to Japan's doorstep, disrupt the enemy's air communications through the Ryukyu Islands, and flank their maritime routes to the south. Consequently, from these newly established air and naval bases in the Ryukyus, American forces would be able to launch attacks on Japan's main islands and implement a more rigorous sea and air blockade, isolating them from Japanese territories to the south. This made it imperative for the Japanese Empire to maintain control over Okinawa and the Ryukyus. To this end, the 32nd Army, led by Lieutenant-General Watanabe Masao, was formed there by late March 1944. Initially, it comprised four companies and one artillery regiment stationed at Amami Oshima; five companies and one artillery regiment at Nakagusuku Bay; four companies and one artillery regiment at Iriomote Island; along with various garrison units from the 19th Air District in Okinawa. Under Operation Tei-Go, the Ryukyus and Formosa were to form a long zone of interprotective air bases. These bases were expected to defeat any American sea or air forces sent into the region. To avoid destruction from the air, each base was to consist of a cluster of airfields, such that if one were damaged others could be used immediately. Military and civilian crews were promptly set to work building the numerous fields. 13 base clusters had to be created, stretching in a line from Tachiarai in the northern Ryukyus to Pingting on Formosa in the south. The only remaining tasks for ground forces were the defense of these facilities and their support anchorages and the unenviable work of building the fields. Much of the energy of 32nd Army would be absorbed building these air facilities. This was more difficult since 32nd Army had only two bulldozers and one earth roller. Japan had produced dozers in small numbers at its Komatsu plant since 1943, but few had reached the front. Since soldiers were thus obliged to use shovels, hoes, straw baskets, and horse-drawn wagons, construction was slow. Moreover, because of enemy submarine raiders, it was impossible for the Japanese to deliver the large quantities of fuel, ammunition, and anti-aircraft guns needed to operate the bases. Even more seriously, the planes themselves were not available. Between April and June, the 32nd Army received reinforcements, including the 44th and 45th Independent Mixed Brigades, the 21st Independent Mixed Regiment, and the 27th Independent Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, among other air garrison units. From these forces, Watanabe chose to send the 45th Brigade to establish bases on Miyako Island and Ishigaki Island, while the 21st Regiment was tasked with setting up a base on Tokunoshima. On June 27, the 1st and 2nd Infantry Corps (approx. 4100 men) boarded the Toyama Maru and began the voyage to Okinawa. The 44th Brigade HQ, Artillery and Engineer Units meanwhile boarded other vessels of the Taka-412 convoy. Two days later, while the convoy was sailing east of Tokunoshima, the submarine Sturgeon successfully sank the Toyama Maru with two torpedoes, therefore inflicting the loss of 3724 men and much heavy equipment. Because of this, the 1st Corps had to be deactivated. Following the fall of Saipan, the Japanese Empire rapidly deployed significant ground forces to the 32nd Army, including the 9th, 24th, 28th, and 62nd Divisions, as well as the 59th, 60th, and 64th Independent Mixed Brigades, and the 27th Tank Regiment. Additionally, the 15th Independent Mixed Regiment was airlifted to bolster the beleaguered 44th Brigade, which was reorganizing its 2nd Corps with local recruits. The 32nd Army Staff wished to use as much of the indigenous population as it could in direct support of the war effort, so on January 1 1945 it ordered total mobilization. All Okinawan males aged 18 to 45 were obliged to enter the Japanese service. 39000 were drafted, of whom 15000 were used as nonuniformed laborers and 24000 as rear-echelon troops called the Home Guard (Boeitai). Many of the Boeitai replaced sea based battalions and rear-area supply units that had been reorganized and equipped for frontline duty. In addition to these, 1500 of the senior boys of the middle schools on Okinawa were organized into Iron and Blood Volunteer Units and assigned to frontline duty. Some of these students had been tried out in the signal service in the autumn of 1944 with good results, so the program was expanded. Since the fall of 1944, 600 senior students of the girls' middle schools also had been given training in the medical service. While most of these troops were sent to strengthen the main defenses at Okinawa, a large portion of the 28th Division was actually assigned to reinforce the garrisons on the Miyako and Yaeyama Islands. The 36th Regiment was dispatched to support the Daito Islands, the entire 45th Brigade was moved to garrison Ishigaki and the rest of the Yaeyamas, the 59th Brigade was tasked with defending Irabu Island, the 60th Brigade was sent to reinforce Miyako Island, and the 64th Brigade was deployed to the Amami Islands. On August 9, Lieutenant-General Ushijima Mitsuru took command of the 32nd Army. His initial strategy was to occupy all of Okinawa with a strong force and eliminate any invading troops at their landing sites. As fierce fighting began at Leyte, intensive training for the troops commenced, including divisional maneuvers at potential American landing points, artillery bombardments of beachheads, and nighttime assaults on bridges. However, on November 13, Tokyo decided to send the elite 9th Division to Formosa to prepare for a movement to the Philippines that ultimately did not occur. The unexpected withdrawal of the 32nd Army's best division disrupted Ushijima's operational plans. Ironically, this situation improved combat efficiency, as it compelled the army to achieve more with fewer resources. Ushijima chose to concentrate most of his forces in the mountainous and easily defensible Shimajiri area, located in the southern part of the island. This strategic location allowed the Japanese to maintain control over Naha port and target the northern airfields with artillery. Similar to the situation in Iwo Jima, this decision marked a departure from the previously favored strategy of a "decisive battle," opting instead for a war of attrition that had proven effective at Peleliu and Iwo Jima. As a result, Ushijima positioned Lieutenant-General Amamiya Tatsumi's reinforced 24th Division at the southern end of the island, Lieutenant-General Hongo Yoshio's reinforced 62nd Division along the central isthmus, Major-General Suzuki Shigeji's reinforced 44th Independent Mixed Brigade on the Hagushi plain, and Colonel Udo Takehiko's Kunigami Detachment, consisting of two battalions from the 2nd Corps, in northern Okinawa. These troop placements were successfully implemented in December; however, concerns arose that the 32nd Army was spread too thin to effectively counter the anticipated enemy invasion. Consequently, on January 15, Ushijima decided to move the 44th Brigade from the Hagushi plain southward to overlap with the 62nd Division's area on the east, significantly shortening the Japanese front. Additionally, one battalion from the Kunigami Detachment was sent to defend Iejima and its crucial airbase, which necessitated the rest of the unit to consolidate its positions and strengthen defenses on Yaedake Mountain in the Motobu Peninsula. Ushijima also had the support of the brigade-sized 5th Artillery Group, led by Lieutenant-General Wada Kosuke; the 21st Field Anti-Aircraft Artillery Corps; the 11th Shipping Group, which included several shipping engineer regiments and sea-raiding battalions; the 19th Air District overseeing various aviation service units; and Rear-Admiral Ota Minoru's Okinawa Naval Base Force, which comprised nearly 9,000 personnel stationed at the Oroku Naval Air Base near Naha. Ushijima had nearly 100,000 troops at his command, with 29,000 assigned to specialized units for anti-aircraft, sea-raiding, and airfield operations. Anticipating the nature of the impending conflict, these well-staffed service units were reorganized for ground combat. The 19th Air District transformed into the 1st Specially Established Regiment, responsible for defending the Yontan and Kadena airfields it had recently constructed and maintained. Most of the service personnel were integrated into the new 1st Specially Established Brigade in the Naha-Yonabaru area, while the sea-raiding base battalions became independent infantry units. Additionally, the remainder of the 11th Shipping Group was restructured into the 2nd Specially Established Brigade on the southwestern part of Okinawa. This reorganization, completed on March 21, bolstered ground combat strength by 14,000 men, leaving only 10,500 of the 67,000 Army personnel in specialized roles. To protect themselves, the Japanese began constructing robust fortifications, tunnels, and cave systems to shield against anticipated enemy bombardments. Work on the caves was begun with great vigor. "Confidence in victory will be born from strong fortifications" was the soldiers' slogan. The caves meant personal shelter from the fierce bombardments that were sure to come, and they also offered a shimmering hope of victory. The combination was irresistible, and units began to work passionately on their own caves. Enthusiasm was essential because of the great toil it took to create the caves. Just as 32nd Army had only two bulldozers to make airfields, it had no mechanized tunneling equipment at all. Besides lacking cutting equipment, 32nd Army also lacked construction materials. It had no cement, no ironware, and no dynamite. The units had to rely entirely on wooden beams that they obtained themselves to shore up their shafts. This was not necessarily easy because there were no forests in the south of the island where the troops were now stationed. Pine forests were abundant in the mountainous north, however, so each unit was assigned its own lumbering district in the north. Several hundred men from each division were detailed as its lumbering squad. The problem remained, however, of how to move the several million logs that were needed over the 40 or so miles from the forests to the forts. With no railroads and the use of trucks limited by a shortage of gasoline, the solution was for each unit to cut its own logs, then transport them in small native boats called sabenis. The divisions acquired 70 of these, which then plied the waters steadily from north to south. In January 1945, however, the Leyte-based B-24s that began flying over daily for reconnaissance also began strafing the boats. So the waterborne delivery of logs had to be switched from day to night, greatly lowering efficiency. Ushijima aimed to prolong the fight from these positions and decided to destroy the indefensible Yontan and Kadena airfields to prevent their use by the enemy, effectively ending the ineffective air defense strategy initially devised by Tokyo. Meanwhile, Admirals Nimitz and Spruance were preparing for Operation Iceberg, the invasion of Okinawa. Given the expectation that the capture of Iwo Jima and recent air assaults on Japan would concentrate enemy air power around the Empire's core, which would respond aggressively to any attacks on Okinawa, the Americans needed to first neutralize or eliminate enemy air facilities in the Ryukyus, Kyushu, and Formosa to achieve air superiority over their objective. As a result, all available carrier-based and land-based air forces were tasked with this operation, including Admiral Mitscher's Task Force 58, General Kenney's Far East Air Forces, Admiral Hoover's Central Pacific Forward Area, and General Arnold's 20th Air Force. From the 20th Air Force, General LeMay's 21st Bomber Command was assigned to attack Okinawa before moving on to Kyushu and other vulnerable locations in the home islands. Meanwhile, Brigadier-General Roger Ramey's 20th Bomber Command, supported by General Chennault's 14th Air Force, focused on neutralizing Formosa. Aircraft from the Southwest Pacific Area were also set to conduct searches and continuous strikes against Formosa as soon as conditions on Luzon allowed. Additionally, the British carriers of Vice-Admiral Bernard Rawlings' Task Force 57 were tasked with neutralizing air installations on the Sakishima Group in the ten days leading up to the landings. Once air superiority was achieved, Spruance's 5th Fleet was to land Lieutenant-General Simon Buckner's 10th Army, which included Major-General John Hodge's 24th Corps and Major-General Roy Geiger's 3rd Amphibious Corps. The 24th Corps comprised the 7th and 96th Divisions, while the 3rd Amphibious Corps included the 1st and 6th Marine Divisions. As the Commanding General of Expeditionary Troops, Buckner also oversaw the 27th and 77th Divisions and the 2nd Marine Division for special operations and reserve purposes. Furthermore, the 81st Division was held in area reserve. In total, Buckner commanded a force of 183,000 troops, with 116,000 designated for the initial landings. The plan called for Major-General Andrew Bruce's 77th Division to first secure amphibious bases in the Kerama Islands on March 26, with one battalion further securing Keisejima five days later to establish a field artillery group there. On April 1, following a demonstration by the 2nd Marine Division in southern Okinawa, the main landings were set to take place. The 24th Corps and the 3rd Amphibious Corps would land simultaneously on the west coast beaches north and south of Hagushi. After landing, both corps were to quickly advance across the island, capturing the airfields in their designated areas before securing all of southern and central Okinawa. Subsequently, Buckner's forces were to invade and secure Iejima and northern Okinawa. Once this was achieved, there were tentative plans to launch an invasion of Kikaijima with the 1st Marine Division and Miyako Island with the 5th Amphibious Corps. For the invasion, Spruance relied on a Covering Force under his command, along with Admiral Turner's Joint Expeditionary Force. This force included Admiral Blandy's Amphibious Support Force, which comprised minesweepers, UDTs, and escort carriers; Rear-Admiral Morton Deyo's Gunfire and Covering Force, consisting of ten battleships and eight heavy cruisers; Rear-Admiral Lawrence Reifsnider's Northern Attack Force, responsible for landing the 3rd Amphibious Corps; and Rear-Admiral John Hall's Southern Attack Force, tasked with landing the 24th Corps. Similar to Iwo Jima, Okinawa had endured multiple air attacks since October 1944 as part of the preliminary operations for the landings on Leyte, Luzon, and Iwo Jima that we previously discussed. These operations also included air strikes aimed at neutralizing Japanese air power on Formosa. Throughout February and March, Mitscher's carriers and LeMay's B-29s brought the conflict back to the Japanese home islands with a series of strikes that caused significant damage and instilled fear in the population. On March 1, Task Force 58 launched the first strike of the month against the Ryukyus, targeting Amami, Minami, Kume, Tokuno, and Okino, as well as Okinawa. This operation resulted in the destruction of 41 planes, the sinking of eleven vessels, damage to five others, and significant harm to island facilities. In between the main assaults on Japan, the superfortresses frequently targeted key sites in the Ryukyus, leading the beleaguered Japanese forces to refer to these missions as the "regular run." Throughout March, aircraft from the Southwest Pacific and the Marianas conducted nearly daily operations over the Ryukyus and surrounding waters, searching for Japanese shipping and contributing to the isolation of Okinawa by sinking cargo ships, luggers, and other vessels, while American submarines intensified the blockade around the Ryukyus. Meanwhile, after completing extensive training and rehearsals, Task Forces 51 and 55 gathered at Leyte, Task Force 53 assembled in the Guadalcanal-Russells area, and the rest of the 5th Fleet convened at Ulithi. On March 12, Reifsneider's convoy, carrying the 3rd Amphibious Corps, was the first to depart, successfully reaching Ulithi nine days later. On March 18, the tractor group transporting the 77th Division began its journey from Leyte to the Kerama Islands. On the same day, Mitscher's carriers targeted 45 airfields in Kyushu, claiming the destruction of 102 Japanese planes, damaging or destroying 275 on the ground, sinking six vessels, and damaging three more. In response, Admiral Ugaki's 5th Air Fleet launched a counterattack against the carriers Enterprise, Intrepid, and Yorktown, inflicting minor damage while losing 33 aircraft. The next morning, after locating the majority of the Combined Fleet at Kure, Mitscher dispatched 436 aircraft to target naval installations and shore facilities in the Inland Sea. At 06:50 three C6N Saiun “Myrt” recon planes discovered Task Force 58, and by 07:00 Captain Genda Minoru's elite, handpicked 343rd Kokutai had scrambled 63 advanced Kawasaki N1K2-J “George” Shiden-Kai fighters from Shikoku to intercept the Americans. Minutes later, Genda's powerful Shiden-Kais “waded into the Hellcats and Corsairs as if the clock had been turned back to 1942.” Soon the 343rd Kokutai was engaged in a wild maelstrom with 80 US fighters, including VF-17 and VBF-17 Hellcats from Hornet and VMF-112 Corsairs from Bennington. For once the Japanese broke about even, losing 24 fighters and one scout plane to the Americans' 14 fighters and 11 bombers. Nevertheless, Genda's expert but outnumbered 343rd Kokutai proved unable to blunt the American onslaught. Despite facing a formidable intercepting force, they managed to inflict damage on 18 Japanese warships, including the battleships Yamato, Ise, Hyuga, and Haruna, as well as six aircraft carriers. Additionally, one incomplete submarine was destroyed, 97 enemy planes were shot down, and 225 were either destroyed or damaged at Japanese airfields. In response, Ugaki launched a kamikaze counterattack that successfully struck the carriers Wasp and Franklin, causing significant damage and forcing Franklin to head to Pearl Harbor immediately. As Task Force 58 slowly withdrew the afternoon of March 20, a damaged Zero crashed destroyer Halsey Powell, killing 12 and wounding 29. Shortly afterwards friendly anti-aircraft fire started fires aboard Enterprise. At 23:00 eight Japanese torpedo planes unsuccessfully attacked the carriers, while three overnight snoopers were splashed by anti-aircraft fire. Between March 17 and March 20 Ugaki had committed 193 aircraft to battle and lost 161. On March 21 Ugaki dispatched a 48-plane strike, including 16 G4M “Betty” bombers, carrying the very first Ohka (“Cherry Blossom”) suicide missiles. However the combat air patrol (CAP) of 150 Hellcats and Corsairs repulsed them. Franklin, Wasp, and Enterprise, all damaged, steamed to Ulithi as a reorganized Task Group 58.2. Except for April 8–17, when Task Group-58.2 was briefly reestablished, Task Force 58 strength would remain at three Task Groups throughout Iceberg's duration. Ugaki's 5th Air Fleet was meanwhile effectively incapacitated for several weeks, but Ugaki nevertheless reported five carriers, two battleships, and three cruisers sunk, which IGHQ found scarcely credible. Meanwhile, the Mine Flotilla departed Ulithi on March 19, followed two days later by the rest of Task Force 52 and Task Force 54 to support the Kerama operation. On March 23, to prepare for the imminent minesweeping operations of Iceberg, Task Force 58 conducted extensive bombing raids on all known installations in Okinawa, resulting in significant damage and the sinking of 24 vessels and damage to three others over the following five days. Furthermore, Admiral Lee's battleships traversed the cleared area and opened fire on Okinawa, sinking an additional two vessels. With this naval and air support, Blandy's minesweepers and UDTs successfully cleared the route for Rear-Admiral Ingolf Kiland's Western Islands Attack Group by nightfall on March 25. Their primary opposition in the following two days consisted of a series of kamikaze attacks, which caused damage to the battleship Nevada, light cruiser Biloxi, four destroyers, two destroyer minelayers, one minesweeper, and two transports, while the destroyer Halligan was sunk by mines. The next morning, supported by naval gunfire and carrier aircraft, Bruce initiated his first landings. The 3rd Battalion, 305th Regiment landed on the southern beaches of Aka Island, facing sporadic resistance. Meanwhile, the 1st Battalion, 306th Regiment landed unopposed on Geruma Island, which was quickly secured. The 2nd Battalion, 306th Regiment achieved even faster success at Hokaji Island, while the 1st Battalion, 305th Regiment invaded Zamami Island with light resistance. The 2nd Battalion, 307th Regiment encountered minor opposition as it took Yakabi Island. The Fleet Marine Force Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion scouted Keisejima and found no enemy presence. After encountering some resistance, the units on Aka and Zamami pushed back the enemy garrisons, securing two-thirds of Aka by nightfall and successfully repelling a strong counterattack on Zamami that night. Simultaneously, Deyo's warships and Blandy's carriers began bombarding the demonstration beaches, while minesweepers cleared progressively larger areas around Okinawa, although the minesweeper Skylark was sunk by mines. By March 27, the remaining enemy forces on Aka and Zamami were finally eliminated, and a company took Amuro Island without opposition. Additionally, a company from the 307th moved to Kuba Island, which was quickly secured. At the same time, Bruce continued his main landings, with the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the 306th Regiment landing on the west coast of Tokashiki Island, facing minimal opposition. As the two battalions advanced north along narrow trails toward Tokashiki town, the 3rd Battalion landed to secure the southern part of the island. On March 28, they reached the town, clearing the entire island and concluding the Kerama operation. In Kerama, "Island Chain between Happiness and Good," the Japanese tradition of self-destruction emerged horribly in the last acts of soldiers and civilians trapped in the hills. Camping for the night of March 28 a mile from the north tip of Tokashiki, troops of the 306th heard explosions and screams of pain in the distance. In the morning they found a small valley littered with more than 150 dead and dying Japanese, most of them civilians. Fathers had systematically throttled each member of their families and then disemboweled themselves with knives or hand grenades. Under one blanket lay a father, two small children, a grandfather, and a grandmother, all strangled by cloth ropes. Soldiers and medics did what they could. The natives, who had been told that the invading "barbarians" would kill and rape, watched with amazement as the Americans provided food and medical care; an old man who had killed his daughter wept in bitter remorse. Only a minority of the Japanese, however, were suicides. Most civilians straggled into American positions, worn and dirty. In all, the 77th took 1,195 civilian and 121 military prisoners. This operation resulted in the deaths of 530 Japanese soldiers, 121 captured, and the neutralization of over 350 suicide boats, with American losses totaling 31 killed and 81 wounded. While this initial operation was underway, the tractor groups of the Southern and Northern Attack Forces left their staging areas in Luzon and Ulithi on March 25, followed by the rest of Spruance's fleet two days later. On March 26 and 27, Rawlings' Task Force 57 conducted a series of strikes on the Sakishima Islands, primarily targeting Miyako. Meanwhile, after a 250-plane raid on the Mitsubishi plant in Nagoya on March 24, LeMay sent 165 B-29s from the 73rd and 314th Bombardment Wings to attack the Kyushu airfields on March 27, facing minimal resistance as they caused significant damage to the Tachiarai Army Airfield, the Oita Naval Airfield, and the Omura aircraft plant. Other bombers from the 313th Bombardment Wing laid aerial mines in the Shimonoseki Strait. The Japanese responded with a raid on Spruance's naval units using aircraft and suicide boats on the night of March 28, resulting in one LCM being destroyed and one cargo ship damaged. On March 29, Mitscher launched another strike against Kyushu, but poor weather conditions led to only minor damage, with 12 vessels sunk and one damaged. By this point, the “largest assault sweep operation ever executed” had cleared the Hagushi beach approaches in 75 sweeps, with minesweepers clearing 3,000 square miles of coastal waters. The following morning, as Task Force 58 once again targeted Okinawa, Deyo's ten battleships and eleven cruisers advanced to bombard Okinawa's defenses and demolish coastal seawalls with increased intensity. At the same time, the 314th sent 12 planes to attack the Mitsubishi engine works in Nagoya overnight. The next day, LeMay dispatched 152 B-29s for his second assault on Kyushu, completely destroying the Tachiarai machine works and heavily damaging the Omura airstrip. On March 31, back in Okinawa, the final underwater demolition operation off the Hagushi beaches was underway while the 420th Field Artillery Group was successfully positioned on Keisejima, prompting a strong reaction from Ushijima's artillery. That morning, a Ki-43 fighter crashed into Admiral Spruance's flagship, the Indianapolis, resulting in the deaths of nine crew members and severely damaging a shaft, which ultimately compelled Spruance to transfer his flag to the battleship New Mexico. Meanwhile, the frogmen completed their last demolition operations at Hagushi, and the final preliminary bombardment of Okinawa and the Sakishima Islands was executed successfully. By the end of the month, over 13,000 large-caliber shells had been fired in the shore bombardment, and approximately 3,095 sorties had been conducted against the Ryukyus. However, effective Japanese concealment prevented significant damage to Ushijima's defenses. As night fell, a vast fleet of transports, cargo ships, landing craft, and warships navigated the final miles of their long journey, successfully meeting off the Hagushi beaches in the East China Sea before dawn on April 1. While Turner's forces prepared for the landing, a fire support group consisting of 10 battleships, 9 cruisers, 23 destroyers, and 177 gunboats began the pre-landing bombardment of the beaches at 05:30, firing a total of 44,825 rounds of shells, 33,000 rockets, and 22,500 mortar shells. In response, the Japanese launched some scattered kamikaze attacks on the convoys, successfully hitting the transport Hinsdale and LST 884. At 07:45, carrier planes from Task Force 58 and Blandy's carriers targeted the beaches and nearby trenches with napalm. Fifteen minutes later, the first wave of amphibious tanks advanced toward the shore at four knots, followed closely by five to seven waves of assault troops in amphibious tractors. Alongside the primary landings, Major-General Thomas Watson's 2nd Marine Division staged a feigned landing on the southeast coast of Okinawa, near Minatoga, aiming to distract the enemy's reserves in that region. Meanwhile, on the main front, supported by rocket fire from LCI gunboats and artillery fire from Keisejima, a nearly continuous line of landing craft advanced toward the beaches at 08:20. Encountering no resistance, the first waves began to land on their designated beaches at 08:30, with additional troops following closely behind. Within an hour, Geiger's 3rd Amphibious Corps had successfully landed the assault elements of the 6th and 1st Marine Divisions north of the Bishi River, while Hodge's 24th Corps disembarked the 7th and 96th Divisions to the south of the river. The lack of significant opposition, coupled with the rapid disintegration of the untrained 5473 airfield service troops of the 1st Specially Established Regiment under heavy air and artillery bombardment, created a sense of foreboding among the men, prompting them to scout the area cautiously. As before, the enemy's primary response consisted of kamikaze attacks on naval units, resulting in damage to the battleships West Virginia and Tennessee, the British carrier Indefatigable, destroyers Prichett and Vammen, the British destroyer Ulster, the destroyer minelayer Adams, and four other vessels. Returning to Okinawa, after ensuring they were not walking into a trap, the troops began advancing inland while tanks and other support units were brought to the beaches. In the north, Major-General Lemuel Shepherd's 6th Marine Division deployed Colonel Merlin Schneider's 22nd Marines on the isolated Green Beaches and Colonel Alan Shapley's 4th Marines on the Red Beaches near Yontan Airfield. The 4th Marines advanced toward Yontan, encountering only scattered resistance, and quickly secured the objective east of the airfield by 13:00. Meanwhile, Schneider's 3rd Battalion moved through Hanza without opposition, but the 2nd Battalion's progress was hindered as it needed to protect its exposed flank, prompting the 22nd Marines to quickly commit its reserve battalion to maintain their momentum. To the south, Major-General Pedro Del Valle's 1st Marine Division landed Colonel Edward Snedeker's 7th Marines on the Blue Beaches and Colonel John Griebel's 5th Marines on the Yellow Beaches just north of the Bishi River. By 09:45, the 7th Marines on the left had advanced through the village of Sobe, their primary objective, while the 5th Marines were positioned 1,000 yards inland. At this point, it was decided to land the reserve battalions of both regiments, along with Colonel Kenneth Chappell's 1st Marines. With forces arranged in depth and reserves positioned to the right and left, Del Valle's units continued to advance steadily over the rolling terrain as the 11th and 15th Marines artillery units were also being landed. At 13:30, the 4th Marines resumed their advance, facing light resistance on the left but becoming overextended on the right while trying to maintain contact with the 7th Marines. As a result, Shapley landed his reserve battalion to fill this gap, while Shepherd also deployed his reserve 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, to secure the critical northern flank, allowing the 22nd Marines to keep advancing eastward. Meanwhile, further south, Major-General Archibald Arnold's 7th Division disembarked Colonel Frank Pachler's 17th Regiment on the Purple Beaches just south of the Bishi River and Colonel John Finn's 32nd Regiment on the Orange Beaches in front of Kadena Airfield. Both regiments quickly ascended the gentle hills at the landing sites and began advancing eastward. By 10:00, the 27th Regiment had patrols at Kadena Airfield, which was discovered to be empty; by 10:30, the front line was crossing the airstrip. Moments later, it advanced 200 yards beyond, heading towards Cholon. Simultaneously, the 32nd Regiment secured the southwestern edge of Kadena and continued along the road to Kozo. To the south, Major-General James Bradley's 96th Division landed Colonel Michael Halloran's 381st Regiment on the White Beaches in front of Sunabe and Colonel Edwin May's 383rd Regiment on the Brown Beaches at the extreme southern flank. Both regiments moved eastward with the same ease as the other units that day, making significant progress towards Momobaru in the north and successfully capturing Chatan in the south. Additionally, all divisional artillery of the 24th Corps landed early; Hodge's reserve regiments and battalions were successfully brought ashore, and by nightfall, direct-support battalions were in position. By the end of the day, over 60,000 men had landed, suffering only 28 dead, 27 missing, and 104 wounded, thereby establishing a beachhead 15,000 yards long and up to 5,000 yards deep in some areas. Shepherd's Marines paused for the night along a line stretching from Irammiya to the division boundary south of Makibaru, which the 1st Marine Division extended further south to Kadena. Meanwhile, the 7th Division advanced nearly three miles inland, destroying several pillboxes but losing three tanks to mines. The 96th Division secured positions along the river south of Chatan, on the elevated ground northwest of Futema, in the outskirts of Momobaru, and in the hills to the northwest and southwest of Shido. Although there were gaps in the lines in several areas, they were filled by reserve units or weaponry before nightfall. Thus, the Battle of Okinawa, seen by most as the final climactic battle of the Pacific War has only just begun. 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. As Gandalf the White once said “The board is set, the pieces are moving. We come to it at last, the great battle of our time.” The battle of Okinawa will become the bloodiest campaign America has ever fought. The soul crushing journey has just begun as the Americans end the last stand of the Japanese in the Pacific War.
The crew is back in the studio this week! Bob gets fired up over the proposed license price hike, while Jason shares a bit of Walleye fishing success and previews his upcoming plans. Meanwhile, Ryan and Denise recap their unforgettable trip to Jamaica. Ryan announces a new partnership with a great Michigan company!Tune in for all the stories and banter!Vanguard OutdoorsWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water. We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!Terrible SwagThe Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebookFollow us on YouTube!
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford joins Kruser to talk about Donald Trump's tariffs on automakers, the intimidating used car market, and the problems with EV door handles on Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, the hosts assess the latest developments in Scottish politics, focusing on Nicola Sturgeon's recent legal relief amidst ongoing investigations into SNP finances. They discuss the public's reaction to Sturgeon's situation, her legacy, and the trust issues facing the SNP. The conversation also touches on Anas Sarwar's surprising new stance on energy policy, Douglas Ross's departure from Holyrood, and the dynamics within the Tory party regarding net zero policies. We also consider the future of the Grangemouth complex in Scotland, particularly in light of its potential closure and the impact on jobs. The conversation highlights the Acorn carbon capture and storage project as a critical component for decarbonising Scotland's industrial sector. The guests discuss the political support for the project, the maturity of carbon capture technology, and the significant economic and job creation potential associated with the Acorn project. We're joined by Nic Braley who leads the Acorn project. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/holyroodsources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The original guest is back! This week, we're catching up with Garrett Paquette as he shares the highs and lows of his last two seasons. Competing in the Bassmaster Open series, Garrett kicked off this year with an incredible 2nd place finish! A Michigan native, he's also known for telling the absolute BEST terrible story we've ever heard. Plus, if you're looking to fish Lake St. Clair, Garrett offers local guiding—so be sure to follow him and book a trip this summer!Garrett Paquette InstagramGarrett Paquette FacebookPost your pics to Instagram, Facebook or TikTok and Hashtag #TheTerribleOutdoorsman for a chance to win some free gear!Send your Veteran shout outs and/or questions for upcoming Q&A sessions to TheTerribleOutdoorsman@gmail.comWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water. We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!Terrible SwagThe Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebookFollow us on YouTube!
Joe Henry from Lake of the Woods Tourism is on the show to highlight the great fishing opportunities on lake of the woods and the surrounding area. It's the season of opportunity up there as the late ice patterns for giant pike notoriously happens this time of year, any day now the rainy river will open up for boats at which time our social media feeds will be littered with pictures of giant walleyes and sturgeon from this location. It's easy to appreciate Joe as he does the best job explaining the history of these opportunities and why many top anglers set aside this time every year to head to the rainy river in search of adventure and trophy fish.Lake Of The Woods - https://lakeofthewoodsmn.comTKI CNC - https://www.youtube.com/@tkicnc6255www.tkicnc.comZulauf Construction - https://www.zulaufconstruction.com701-630-0197Ships Wheel Resort - https://www.shipswheelresort.comTwin Island Sleepers - https://www.twinislandsleepers.comSummit Fishing Equipment - https://summitfishingequipment.comOnX Fish - https://www.onxmaps.com/fish/appRisovi Taxidermy Studio - www.risovitaxidermystudio.comWebsite - www.jmopodcast.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/JMOFishingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_jmopodcast/
This week we're combining the art of fishing with, well, art. In this Episode we're joined by artist and Lure maker Bob Sturgeon of The Angry Sturgeon. Bob individually hand crafts crank baits that are truly a work of art. He has a passion for what he does sourcing his wood from his family farm he resides on making some of the most visually stunning lures you've ever seen. Although his baits are commonly used in display pieces like mounts and given as unique one of a kind gifts to the angler that has it all, Bob loves to see his baits put to use catching fish and constructing them appropriately. All that being said we'll let Bob get down to the finer details of it all. UPO Gear & Such- https://uponation.co/ UPO Social Media- https://linktr.ee/underpressureoutdoorsHazmore Outdoor Products- https://hazmore.net/Use Code UPO15 at checkout for 15% off your next order!HangFree- https://hangfree.co/ Use code UPO10 at checkout for 10% off your next order!Water Feather Boats- https://waterfeathers.com/ Find a Dealer Near YouBecome a Patron- https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45295718Lobo Adventures- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095106080261
Frank Hermans from Let Me Free swings by the show to talk about his latest show coming to the Meyer Theater. It's called King of Krakow. The run starts on April 3rd and runs through the 19th. The show features Amy Riemer (as Angel of Angelica), Lisa Borley (as Wack Job), Sarah Galati (as Sarah the Italian), Tom Verbrick (King Brezinski), Paul Evansen (as Pauly Pencil Neck), Pat Hibbard (as Tick-Tock), Blake Hermans (as Stooley), Frank Hermans (as Lard Face). Sounds like another great time! Then Karl Loewenstein from Sturgeon Spirits in Oshkosh joins from our WISS studios. Sturgeon Spirits is part of our Maino & The Mayor's Top Craft Pick promotion. Karl is the founder and president of Sturgeon spirits, and is passionate about the craft and traditions of distilling. He retired from a 21-year career teaching history at UW Oshkosh in January 2024 and believes in community, sustainability, and spirited living. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Frank Hermans, Karl Loewenstein
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford joins Kruser to talk about all the recent problems facing Tesla motors, and what the future may hold for the advancement of the electric car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, "Species Spotlight: Sturgeon," the crew shines a spotlight on sturgeons! Let's dive into all the facts about these prehistoric & gentle boop noodles!This podcast is brought to you by the mosquitofish. These tiny fish are not bloodsucking pests as their names might suggest but rather they consume mosquito larva with gusto. Mosquito fish are the most widespread fish in the world mostly due to humans trying to use them to keep down mosquito populations. However in true human fashion, we failed to recognize that there were already indigenous fish doing just that. As a result, those fish were outcompeted thanks to these little hungry buggers… and of course humans who ruin everything. So cheers to you mosquitofish. It's not your fault that humans are like this.Thanks for listening to Gettin' Fishy With It! You can find our website with show notes at https://gettingfishypod.substack.com/. You can find us on twitter at @gettinfishypod, and on Instagram @gettingfishypod. You can also find us on Facebook and LinkedIn. If you want to drop us an email, you can send your complaints (or questions!) to gettingfishypod@gmail.com.Our theme music is “Best Time” by FASSOUNDS. Our audio is edited by Amber Park Chiodini. Amber has her own podcast all about movies, called So What Happens Next?We very much appreciate you taking the time to listen to our forty-nineth episode! Please help out the podcast by subscribing on your podcast platform of choice. If you could leave us a review, that would be super helpful!If you would like to support the show, you can sign up as a paid member on our Substack, or you can buy us a coffee!Thanks and we'll “sea” you again in two weeks!
Sarah Day writes horror, science fiction, and fantasy. Her debut dark fantasy novella Greyhowler is available from Underland Press (https://books2read.com/b/greyhowler). Find her on Bluesky (@sarahday.org) or subscribe to her newsletter (https://buttondown.com/sarahday).Tim Pratt is the author of more than thirty novels, most recently multiverse/space opera adventure The Knife and the Serpent. He's a Hugo Award winner for short fiction, and has been a finalist for Nebula, World Fantasy, Sturgeon, Philip K. Dick, Mythopoeic, Stoker, and other awards. He's also a senior editor and occasional book reviewer for Locusmagazine. He posts a lot at Bluesky (@timpratt.org) and publishes a new story every month for patrons at www.patreon.com/timprattThis story originally appeared in Overclocked Holmes, Cat Rambo & Jennifer Brozek, eds.Narrated by: Rikki LaCosteWhen Rikki LaCoste is not causing trouble with his social activism—or running a local food bank—or rockin' the stage with his musical projects in Toronto, Canada, Rikki narrates for various short story audio magazines such as Tales To Terrify, the No Sleep Podcast, Cast of Wonders, Pseudopod, and StarShipSofa of course, as well as lending his voice—and voice acting—to other projects and podcasts.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/starshipsofa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spencer Berman is back! This week, we're diving into the art of chasing big walleye on the Detroit River. Spencer shares expert tactics, tips, and tricks—including his secret to keeping your jig perfectly vertical. As a longtime friend of the show and a frequent guest, Spencer knows his stuff. Be sure to follow him and book a trip—there's no better guide to put you on the fish!Spencer's Angling Adventure on FacebookSpencer's Angling AdventureWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water. We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!Terrible SwagThe Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebookFollow us on YouTube!
Will Russia agree to a ceasefire? Political analyst and youtuber Vlad Vexler gives us the inside track on Russian opinion on the war. Economist Linda Yueh explains how US tariffs affects world trade and former Welsh government minister Jane Davidson is with us to celebrate 10 years of the Future Generations Act - what is it and what has it achieved? Nicola Sturgeon is standing down from Holyrood at the next Scottish election. Veteran broadcaster Lesley Riddoch talks about her legacy. After twenty years of research, Professor Kevin Morgan from Cardiff University has published a book, 'Serving the Public'. He tells us why he thinks free school meals is a wonderful Welsh innovation. Cardiff County Councillor Rodney Berman and Anna Brychan from the University of Wales Trinity St Davids review the Sunday papers.
This week we look at Greenland's election; Ukraine Ceasefire; Canada's new Prime Minister; Cancelling elections in Rumania - Vanis Varoufakis; Nicola Sturgeon leaving; Is Samoa Sinking? Vegan Friendly Films; Amazonian Hypocrisy; Dolly Parton's husband dies; Dick McTaggart; Country of the Week - Syria; Hamas 'migrant' in the UK; Can a Black Woman play Jesus? Woke RAF runs out of pilots; Canberra Church buildings; Christian inmate attacks death penalty before being executed; Street Preacher acquitted in UK; Feedback - including Donald Macleod on Gender; the Last Word - Pauls Conversion; with music from Elton John, the Who, Queen, Dolly Parton, Survivor, the Gene Band, Kenny Loggins, and Syrian Orthodox singers.
Send us a textIn this episode of Street Life, Mark Davidson and John St dive into the world of street photography with our guest, Max Sturgeon, an American photographer and filmmaker based between Austin, Texas, and Warsaw, Poland. Max shares his journey into photography, highlighting a transformative workshop he attended in India that shifted his approach to street photography, particularly his embrace of flash techniques. He discusses the challenges and joys of using flash, emphasising how it has become an integral part of his style. We explore the differences in shooting in various cultural contexts, with Max noting the freedom he feels when photographing in places like India compared to the U.S. and Poland.As the conversation unfolds, we touch on Max's background in film and how it influences his photography, particularly in storytelling and project development. He shares insights into his creative process, including how he balances shooting both color and black and white images, and the importance of assessing his work regularly while traveling.Max also reflects on the nature of street photography, challenging conventional rules about interacting with subjects and discussing the spontaneity of capturing moments in the street. We delve into his experiences traveling to unique locations and the unexpected opportunities that arise from engaging with local communities.Finally, we discuss Max's future goals in photography, his thoughts on competitions, and the importance of maintaining passion in his work. This episode is packed with valuable insights for photographers at any level, offering a glimpse into the creative mind of a dedicated street photographer.Follow us on Instagram and leave us a review!
Nicola Sturgeon has announced her intention to step down at the next Scottish Parliament election in May 2026. One of the original MSPs elected to Holyrood in 1999, Sturgeon has dominated Scottish and UK politics over the past two decades. The Salmond-Sturgeon era began in 2004 and she went on to serve as First Minister for the best part of a decade. Stewart McDonald, former SNP MP for Glasgow South 2015-24, and Lucy Dunn join James Heale on this special Coffee House Scots to discuss Sturgeon's legacy. She brought Scotland the closest to independence for 300 years, yet resigned in 2023 under a cloud over party management. Attention turns to next year's election, could the SNP's winning streak continue without her? Produced by Patrick Gibbons and Natasha Feroze.
In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, the discussion revolves around Nicola Sturgeon's decision not to stand for re-election as an MSP in 2026. The speakers reflect on her legacy, discussing both her successes and failures during her time in office, including her electoral achievements, handling of COVID-19, and controversial policies such as gender recognition. They also consider the implications of her departure for the SNP and the future political landscape in Scotland. The conversation explores the dynamics of leadership changes within the SNP, the implications of gender representation in political roles, and the potential reshuffle of the cabinet as key figures announce their departures. The episode also touches on international relations and how perceptions of leaders like Keir Starmer are shifting among voters.Liz Smith, a Conservative MSP, discusses the Residential Outdoor Education Bill aimed at providing all pupils in state and grant-aided schools with opportunities for residential outdoor education. She emphasises the importance of such experiences in building resilience, self-esteem, and teamwork skills among young people, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion also touches on the challenges of implementing the bill in a post-COVID education system and the need for inclusive education that benefits all students, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Liz reflects on her career in politics and her commitment to improving education in Scotland.Plus, we discuss the potential reshuffle of the cabinet as key figures announce their departures. Additionally, the discussion touches on the ongoing leadership contest within the Alba party and the legacy of former leader Alex Salmond. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/holyroodsources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bernard and Alex discuss the news that after being an MSP since 1999, Nicola Sturgeon has announced that she will not stand for re-election at the next Scottish Parliament election. Why has she done this?A look back at her careerWhat does it mean for the SNP?What was she like to work with? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get ready for a wild episode! Bob is back in person, joining Ryan and our good friend Mark Cain for a classic Friday night BS session. We dive deep into fishing, swap some hilariously "Terrible" hunting stories from the past, and break down a ridiculous hunting gadget that will leave you absolutely speechless. You won't want to miss this one!Follow us on YouTube!Belly Up Guide ServiceSteele Game Safari'sThe Outlaw Ways FacebookThe Airborne AnglerMichigan Operation Freedom OutdoorsSE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBookSE Michigan Bowhunters WebsiteMichigan Report All PoachingMichigan DNR AppWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water.We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!The Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebook
Een hersentumor herkennen binnen anderhalf uur, terwijl de patiënt nog op de operatietafel ligt? Tot voor kort duurde zo’n diagnose vaak weken, maar met de AI-tool Sturgeon kan dit nu razendsnel. Dat betekent dat chirurgen hun behandelplan direct kunnen aanpassen en mogelijk een tweede operatie kunnen voorkomen. In deze aflevering van BNR Beter spreekt Nina van den Dungen met Jeroen de Ridder, hoogleraar bioinformatica aan het UMC Utrecht en een van de ontwikkelaars van Sturgeon. Hij legt uit hoe deep learning het algoritme in staat stelt om snel en betrouwbaar een diagnose te stellen. Ook schuift Niek Maas aan, hij is klinisch patholoog bij het Erasmus MC en LUMC. Niek vertelt hoe AI zijn werk als patholoog verandert: een concurrent of juist een waardevolle assistent? Daarnaast gaat redacteur Stijn Goossens langs in het Prinses Máxima Centrum, waar neurochirurg Eelco Hoving uitlegt waarom deze technologie zo belangrijk is voor zijn werk als neuro-oncoloog, en hoe het impact heeft op de behandeling van kinderkanker. Ook laat Assistant Professor Carlo Vermeulen in het lab van het UMC Utrecht zien hoe Sturgeon precies te werk gaat. Redactie door Stijn GoossensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford joins Kruser to talk about the latest in automotive news on another edition of Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maria Morera Johnson interviews Meigs Sturgeon, Special Assistant to the President at Holy Cross Family Ministries. Meet Meigs Sturgeon, Special Assistant to the President, Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., at Holy Cross Family Ministries. Meigs joined HCFM from Austin, Texas where he most recently served as Assistant Director of the Holy Cross Institute at St. Edward's University and Adjunct Professor of Christian Theology. He graduated with a Master of Divinity from Duke University; is an expert in Holy Cross Charism and Spirituality, a prolific writer and speaker on different faith-based topics. Link in Show: Holy Cross Family Ministries
This week we have El Presidente, Doogie Dan and Bobtastic with another good old fashioned BS session, Dan and Ryan breakdown the shenanigans after the Michigan Iced Over ice fishing tournament after party that took place a couple weeks ago up at Otsego lake in Gaylord, MI. Bob breaks down some hunting topics, that's right folks, We talk hunting! We even dive into the old debate over live scope as well as some good old fashioned fun! We have a few Q/A questions that we answer as well! Enjoy! Belly Up Guide ServiceSteele Game Safari'sFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!The Outlaw Ways FacebookThe Airborne AnglerMichigan Operation Freedom OutdoorsFollow us on YouTube!SE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBookSE Michigan Bowhunters WebsiteMichigan Report All PoachingCWD DNR Info PageCWD Testing Kit InfoMandatory Harvest ReportingMichigan DNR AppWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water.We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!The Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebook#icefishing#fishing#sturgeon#sturgeonspearing#sturgeonfishing#michigan#michiganfishing#northernmichigan#blacklake
We've got two great guests with decades of combined knowledge who will help you get to know and appreciate these very large, migratory fish. Adam Kaeser is a fish biologist from our Panama City Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office and Frank Paruka is a retired biologist and distinguished gulf sturgeon researcher. We cover everything from biology basics to heritage and history, and answer questions about why they jump, how they communicate, and how we study them in murky waters, and more.
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford returns to talk about how more people are back to buying smaller cars and Ford releasing an off-road super car on Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Loch Ness Monster For centuries, stories of a mysterious creature lurking in the depths of Loch Ness have captivated believers and skeptics alike. Is Nessie a prehistoric survivor, an undiscovered species, or just a persistent myth fueled by hoaxes and misidentifications? In this episode, we explore the origins of the legend, famous sightings, possible explanations, and modern investigations to determine whether there's any truth to Scotland's most famous mystery. Episode Highlights: The Legend of Loch Ness Ancient Origins – The first recorded “monster” sighting dates back to 565 AD, when Saint Columba reportedly encountered a large beast in the River Ness. The 1930s Boom – Sightings exploded after a new road was built along the loch, making it easier for people to observe the water. Loch Ness Itself – One of the deepest lakes in Europe (750+ feet deep, 23 miles long) with murky, peat-filled water, making it an ideal hiding place. The Most Famous Sightings & Evidence The Spicer Incident (1933) – A couple claimed to see a large, long-necked creature cross the road and slip into the loch. The Surgeon's Photo (1934) – The most famous Nessie image—later revealed to be a hoax using a toy submarine. Sonar Scans & The Dinsdale Film (1960) – Some reports claim large moving objects have been detected underwater. 2021 Drone Footage – A drone captured an unexplained large shape gliding through the water. Theories: What Could Nessie Be? Surviving Plesiosaur? – A prehistoric reptile somehow surviving extinction? Problems: Loch Ness didn't exist in the dinosaur era, and plesiosaurs needed warm, saltwater. Giant Eel? – A 2019 DNA study found an unusual amount of eel DNA, suggesting Nessie could be a massive eel. Sturgeon, Seals, or Floating Logs? – Some sightings might be misidentified animals or natural debris. Real-Life Unsettling Encounters A Police Officer's Chilling Claim (1965) – While on patrol, he saw a huge dark shadow moving beneath the water, leaving a trail of ripples. 2021 Drone Footage – A large, moving shape was caught on camera, but experts couldn't determine what it was. The Big Question: Is Nessie Real? Why People Want to Believe – The thrill of cryptids, mystery, and the unknown keeps the legend alive. What Science Says – Extensive studies, including DNA analysis and sonar scans, have found no evidence of a large unknown creature—but haven't ruled out something unusual. Final Verdict? – No solid proof, but the legend of Loch Ness remains one of the greatest and most enduring mysteries of all time. Thanks for listening, but remember, don't tell anyone about what you heard today, because This Podcast Is a Secret!
The crew recorded live from the Safari Club International Southeast Michigan Bowhunters Chapter Annual Fundraiser! We had the privilege of meeting some new exhibitors this year and hearing all about their businesses and what they offer to the outdoor community! Be sure to check them out on social media by clicking the links below! Bruise Time ChartersBelly Up Guide ServiceSteele Game Safari'sRolling Bones OutdoorsFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!The Outlaw Ways FacebookThe Airborne AnglerMichigan Operation Freedom OutdoorsFollow us on YouTube!SE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBookSE Michigan Bowhunters WebsiteMichigan Report All PoachingCWD DNR Info PageCWD Testing Kit InfoMandatory Harvest ReportingMichigan DNR AppWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water.We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!The Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebook#icefishing#fishing#sturgeon#sturgeonspearing#sturgeonfishing#michigan#michiganfishing#northernmichigan#blacklake
This week we cover several different topics including some backpack talk, bird flu update, sturgeon spearing, cardio, and so much more. Any comments please email us at themidwestfrontier@gmail.com and thanks for listening!!!
On this episode we have a wicked chat with a BC beauty, ex pro hockey player, sturgeon fishing guide/outfitter and conservationist Kevin Estrada. Kevin is owner operator of one of the premier sturgeon fishing outfits on the Fraser River, known for there world class hospitality and catching some of the largest sturgeon out there, they are also at the forefront of issues with conservation and management of sturgeon and the Fraser river fishery. Not a traditional hunting episode but we get deep dive into his hockey career, fishing conservation and evolvement during the floods in the lower mainland in 2024. Make sure you check Kevin and his team out on the socials and show them your support!If you like this episode make sure you hit that like button and subscribe to us to stay up to date on future episode drops.
In this episode, Nick Sturgeon, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Community Health Network, shares insights on his first year as a CISO, tackling challenges like social engineering attacks and implementing cutting-edge technology. He also discusses the strategic integration of AI, the importance of governance in healthcare innovation, and how he's evolving as a leader in a rapidly changing landscape.
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford is back to talk about the latest automotive news on this week's edition of Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a world increasingly dominated by sterile, lifeless buildings, one architect is on a mission to reawaken our innate connection to the natural world. Amanda, CEO of the Biomimicry Institute, is a passionate advocate for biophilic design - the practice of incorporating elements of nature into the built environment to enhance human health, wellbeing and productivity. "Many of our buildings today are like barren tombs, where people's souls and creativity go to die," Amanda laments. Her own experiences working in windowless offices, devoid of natural light, fresh air and sensory stimuli, left her feeling disconnected and uninspired. This personal frustration fuelled her determination to transform the way we design the spaces we inhabit. Amanda's journey began with her childhood in a small English village, where she spent endless hours immersed in the outdoors. Travelling through Australia and Southeast Asia as a young adult further opened her eyes to the profound relationship between architecture, culture and the natural environment. "I saw buildings that were so in tune with the climate, responding to it in a way I'd never witnessed before," she recalls. This epiphany set Amanda on a path to redefine the role of the architect, moving away from the "hero on a horse" mentality of individual, ego-driven design towards a more holistic, place-based approach. Biophilic design, she believes, is not about simply adding a few plants or water features to a building, but rather deeply understanding the unique ecology, climate and community of a site, and weaving those elements seamlessly into the fabric of the structure. Amanda points to the humble termite mound as a prime example of biomimicry in action - traditional architecture that mimics the natural ventilation systems of these industrious insects. "It's the same principle we see in biophilic design, creating buildings that are climatically responsible and connected to place," she explains. The benefits of this approach are well-documented. Studies have shown that access to natural light, views of greenery and sensory connections to the outdoors can significantly improve health outcomes, productivity and learning. Yet, Amanda laments, the majority of our schools, hospitals and workplaces remain stubbornly disconnected from the natural world. "We've created this separation between humans and nature, which has allowed us to destroy ecosystems and indigenous cultures without remorse," she says. "Now, we need a revolution in the way we design and think about the built environment." Amanda envisions a future where forests and green spaces reclaim the urban landscape, where buildings are designed to support not just human inhabitants, but all living systems. It's an ambitious vision, but one she believes is essential if we are to address the pressing challenges of our time, from climate change to biodiversity loss. "We have the knowledge and the tools to create buildings that are truly in harmony with nature," Amanda says. "What we need now is the collective will to make it happen." Amanda has an unwavering passion and a lifetime of experience in the field, and encourages us all to create a biophilic, biomimetic future, one that reconnects us to the natural world and, in doing so, restores our own sense of purpose and belonging. https://amandasturgeon.com.auIf you like this, please subscribe!Have you got a copy of the Journal? You can now subscribe to the digital edition or purchase a copy directly from us at the journalofbiophilicdesign.com or Amazon. If you like our podcast and would like to support us in some way, you can buy us a coffee if you'd like to, thank you xWatch the Biophilic Design Conference on demand here www.biophilicdesignconference.com Credits: with thanks to George Harvey Audio Production for the calming biophilic soundscape that backs all our podcasts. Did you know our podcast is also on Audible, Amazon Music, Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, Stitcher, vurbl, podbay, podtail, and most if not all the RSS feeds?Facebook https://www.facebook.com/journalofbiophilicdesign/Twitter https://twitter.com/JofBiophilicDsnLinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/company/journalofbiophilicdesign/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/journalofbiophilicdesign
Michigan Iced Over took place February 8th at Otsego Lake! Doogie Dan, El Presidente and the Mascot took to the hard water in chase of the illustrious lake perch. Did they catch anything? You will just have to listen... But you might already know the answer to the question...The crew was honored to be apart of such a great event!Dan and Jimi also sat down with the Airborne Angler. Marty spends his free time flying around the Saginaw Bay and surrounding areas keeping anglers informed about the ever changing ice conditions!Huge shoutout to Michigan's Premier Honky Tonk Band "The Outlaw Ways" They put on an incredible show at the Michigan Iced Over After Party! If you're into music, these guys are super talented! Give them a listen!The Outlaw Ways FacebookThe Airborne AnglerMichigan Operation Freedom OutdoorsFollow us on YouTube!SE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBookSE Michigan Bowhunters WebsiteMichigan Report All PoachingCWD DNR Info PageCWD Testing Kit InfoMandatory Harvest ReportingMichigan DNR AppWe are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water.We talk about:Hunting:Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, MooseFishing:Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing.We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill!Wes Point Shores FaceBookWes Point Shores InstagramWesPointShores.ComMI DNR Musky SurveyO'Wacky Tool Starter KitFishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%!The Terrible Outdoorsman WebsiteTik TokInstagramFacebook#icefishing#fishing#sturgeon#sturgeonspearing#sturgeonfishing#michigan#michiganfishing#northernmichigan#blacklake
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford is back to talk about Trump's tariffs on cars made in Canada and Mexico, and Boomers having to give up their driver's licenses on Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An aquatic ecologist for the Connecticut River Conservancy, Kate Buckman, and UMass Amherst doctoral student James Garner talk about their study that found presence of endangered shortnose sturgeon above the Turners Falls and Vernon, VT dams. They tell us about the life cycles of these fish, how they might be impacted by hydropower facilities, and how they used environmental DNA analysis to find evidence that these fish live in stretches of river they were not know to be in previously.
The 2025 Black Lake Sturgeon Shivaree came and went in just 17 minutes! In this episode, we dive into the full story—covering the good, the bad, and the downright Terrible moments of the trip. While Denise didn't get to spear a sturgeon, the experience was still unforgettable, filled with great friends, delicious food, and plenty of cold beer. Follow us on YouTube! SE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBook SE Michigan Bowhunters Website Michigan Report All Poaching CWD DNR Info Page CWD Testing Kit Info Mandatory Harvest Reporting Michigan DNR App We are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water. We talk about: Hunting: Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, Moose Fishing: Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing. We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill! Wes Point Shores FaceBook Wes Point Shores Instagram WesPointShores.Com MI DNR Musky Survey O'Wacky Tool Starter Kit Fishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%! The Terrible Outdoorsman Website Tik Tok Instagram Facebook #icefishing #fishing #sturgeon #sturgeonspearing #sturgeonfishing #michigan #michiganfishing #northernmichigan #blacklake
It's the start of a brand new week chock full of so much fishing potential! So glad you decided to stop in and have a listen to Another Fishing Podcast. Here's what we're covering in Episode 57:- We went livestreamin' for Lake Sturgeon- Tips for hardwater crappie and walleye- Long rods are better for ice fishing- The legend, Al Lindner, shares his life story- AnglingBuzz caught big cats through the ice- onX Fish is doing a masterclassAnd SO MUCH MORE!Sit back, crack open a cold one, and relax. You're among friends. This isn't another fishing podcast. This is...Another Fishing Podcast!Check out Angling Uploaded on these platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anglinguploadedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anglinguploaded Rumble: https://www.rumble.com/anglinguploadedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/anglinguploaded
Welcome to the Terrible Outdoorsman Podcast! With so many new followers, we wanted to take a moment to introduce ourselves and share what we're all about. In this episode, we read some listener reviews, bring back the veteran salute, and dive into some exciting topics. Ryan & Jason discuss ice fishing, their shakedown trips, and the highly anticipated Sturgeon Shivaree on Black Lake. SE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBook SE Michigan Bowhunters Website Michigan Report All Poaching CWD DNR Info Page CWD Testing Kit Info Mandatory Harvest Reporting Michigan DNR App We are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water. We talk about: Hunting: Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, Moose Fishing: Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing. We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill! Wes Point Shores FaceBook Wes Point Shores Instagram WesPointShores.Com MI DNR Musky Survey O'Wacky Tool Starter Kit Fishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%! The Terrible Outdoorsman Website Tik Tok Instagram Facebook Follow us on YouTube!
Kruser talks with Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford about insurance trackers that get put into your car and asks do you really need to spend a long time warming up your car in cold weather on this edition of Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, and Paul Bailey, Department south central district fisheries supervisor, about some of the unique characteristics of North Dakota fish species, why that is and how this information can be useful to anglers.
February 15th... Mark your Calendars. Join the TO crew at the Safari Club International Banquet supporting the SE Michigan Bowhunters Chapter! You won't want to miss this event. There is tons cool things happening that night. We also sit down with Tom Jones from MIOFO to talk about the upcoming Michigan Iced Over Event being held at Otsego Lake on February 8th. We will be there to attempt to catch a fish... Will it happen? Probably not. Michigan Iced Over Michigan Operation Freedom Outdoors Facebook SE Michigan Bowhunters FaceBook SE Michigan Bowhunters Website Michigan Report All Poaching CWD DNR Info Page CWD Testing Kit Info Mandatory Harvest Reporting Michigan DNR App We are a Hunting, Fishing & Just general Outdoors Podcast based out of Michigan that likes to have a lot of fun, Talk tactics and tell our Terrible Stories from the field or on the water. We talk about: Hunting: Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Small Game, Elk, Moose Fishing: Northern Pike, Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon, PanFish, Ice Fishing, Great Lake Fishing to Small River Fishing. We couldn't be more excited to partner up with our friends at Wes Point Shores Resort. The place that Ryan & Bob have been going to since they were 5 years old! Follow the links below to check them out and be sure to mention the show and save 10% off your bill! Wes Point Shores FaceBook Wes Point Shores Instagram WesPointShores.Com MI DNR Musky Survey O'Wacky Tool Starter Kit Fishing Complete Inc Use Code: TERRIBLE & Save 20%! The Terrible Outdoorsman Website Tik Tok Instagram Facebook Follow us on YouTube!
Jay Woiderski of the Black Lake Chapter of Sturgeon for Tomorrow is my first guest this week. He talks about the upcoming Sturgeon Shivaree. Then, Karl Ieuter of the Ieuter Insurance Group answers the question about vehicle coverage while on the ice. The Airborne Angler, Mary Szeliga, wraps up the hour with details on his “ice flights” over Saginaw Bay. Hour two kicks off with Louis Good (aka LouisWildlifeCameras) on You Tube. Louis has captured some very cool video of Michigan wildlife from across the state. Tyler Mehigh of MUCC is up next. Tyler talks about the importance of membership in that organization. The “Ask Avery” segment wraps up the hour with Sgt. Mike Mshar of the Michigan DNR. We're talking bobcat hunting in Hour three with Chris Kreiner. Chef Dixie Dave Minar is my last guest this week. Dave has a very nice venison recipe.
With the studio under construction, the bunker is on the road. This week, Rob joins Senator Laura Sturgeon and Representative Madinah Wilson-Anton in legislative hall to talk about the first week of the legislature and what they're looking forward to in the upcoming session.Show Notes:Delaware legislative site
On this week's show, Bret Amundson and Dan Amundson talk about an unfortunate situation that happened to the two of them last week. Darren Troseth joins us to talk about catching sturgeon through the ice, we play back an interview with Gregg Hennum from Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge and learn about everything else he does, […] The post SJR | Week 645: Metro Sturgeon & the Busiest Man in the North appeared first on Sporting Journal Radio.
On this week's show, Bret Amundson and Dan Amundson talk about an unfortunate situation that happened to the two of them last week. Darren Troseth... The post SJR | Week 645: Metro Sturgeon & the Busiest Man in the North appeared first on .
Donna Sturgeon from Jack Kain Ford joins Kruser to talk about winter essentials you should keep in your car and how to keep the winter gunk from building up on your ride on Car Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jimi Sturgeon-Smith shared her powerful story of overcoming breast cancer at age 40 using a blend of conventional and holistic treatment therapies. In this episode she recalls her walk with breast cancer and how present day she lives differently in remission. Jimi also shares how despite her genetic predisposition to cancer and her mother having chosen a conventional treatment plan, Jimi was confident in the healing power of ancient medicine and God. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [7:38]- The strategies I teach that Jimi implements in her own life. [13:20]- Jimi's journey of losing her mother to breast cancer, receiving a breast cancer diagnosis herself at age 40, and walking us through her treatment plan. [36:04]- The nutrition and water protocols Jimi followed while healing from cancer. [43:34]- The integrative clinic Jimi was treated at. [47:21]- How Jimi afforded the holistic cancer care she received. [51:42]- Is there a difference in left vs right breast cancer predisposition? [57:04]- What lifestyle habits does Jimi now implement in her daily life after being in remission? LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: I am SO excited to share that I have partnered with BeMe Nutrition to create a Metabolic Bundle! The METABOLIC BOOST BUNDLE includes soursop shakes and gummies along with my Measuring Metabolic Health book. All those who purchase the bundle are entered into a drawing to have a brunch with me, members of the BeMe team, and 3 of your friends! I love the Reset 1-Day Fasting Kit from ProLon for my friends who are new to fasting but still want to experience the benefits of an extended fast! Use code FASTTOHEAL for 15% off! Expert Miriam Jacobsen was recently on the podcast to share her experience of overcoming breast cancer holistically as well. CONNECT WITH JIMI STURGEON-SMITH: Instagram: @jimisturgeonsmith LET'S GET IN TOUCH: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS: ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness! If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community! Find all my product recommendations and discount codes HERE. Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?! Grab my metabolic testing guide! BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!
Former Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced she is separating from her husband Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the SNP. The announcement comes as the police probe into the SNP's funds and finances remains ongoing, with Sturgeon and ex-SNP treasurer Colin Beattie under investigation while Murrell was charged with embezzlement in April 2024. Katy Balls is joined by The Spectator's editor Michael Gove, and data editor Michael Simmons, to discuss the separation, why the investigation is still ongoing four years later, and what chances Scottish Labour or Reform have against the SNP in 2025.
In this episode of the HuntFishTravel Podcast, I welcome Eric Schmidt, the recording secretary for the Northern half chapter of Sturgeon for Tomorrow. We discuss the culture and community surrounding sturgeon spearing in Wisconsin, the importance of conservation efforts, and the upcoming banquet that supports these initiatives. Eric shares insights into the history of sturgeon conservation, the role of local chapters, and the exciting details of the banquet, including raffles and prizes. The conversation highlights the passion and dedication of volunteers working to preserve this unique fishing tradition. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Sturgeon Spearing and Guests 01:42 The Role of Sturgeon for Tomorrow 05:07 The Culture of Sturgeon Spearing 10:31 The Banquet Experience 20:30 Upcoming Banquet Details and Raffles Links: Sturgeon for Tomorrow North Chapter Banquet Facebook Event Sturgeon for Tomorrow North Chapter Banquet Form Sturgeon for Tomorrow Website