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For review:1. US CENTCOM X:06 Feb: Iranian-Backed Houthi Terrorists conduct Multiple Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile Attacks in the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden .05 Feb: US CENTCOM Forces conducted a strike in self-defense against two Houthi explosive uncrewed surface vehicles (USV). 04 Feb: US CENTCOM Forces conducted strike in self-defense against a Houthi land attack cruise missile. CENTCOM Forces struck 4 x anti-ship cruise missiles- which were prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea. 2. Saudi Arabia's foreign ministry rejects US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby's suggestion that Riyadh is prepared to normalize relations with Israel, before a ceasefire in Gaza and without progress toward Palestinian statehood.3. Iran's ambassador to the United Nations says Tehran is sending weapons, training and empowering Palestinian groups but denies any influence on Houthis in Yemen. 4. US Foreign Military Sales to Netherlands:- 386 x Hellfire Air-to-Ground Missiles ($150 million).- 120 x Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range ($908 million).5. Netherlands to increase number of f-16 Fighters to Ukraine to 24. Netherlands will cease operating F-16s in October 2024, and begin operating F-35s.6. Armor Not Dead: Netherlands Wants a Tank Battalion - but needs to secure funding for this effort.7. Should the European Union establish an Army? Some members countries say the proposal is unrealistic and unnecessary. 8. Estonia Provides $88 Million in Military Aid to Ukraine. Package includes: Javelin anti-tank missiles, machine guns, assorted vehicles, vessels, and diving equipment.9. Part of AUKUS - Royal Australian Sailors Aboard US Submarine Tender. 37 Officers and Enlisted Sailors will embed on the USS Emory S. Land (AS-39), located in Guam, for up to five months. Purpose: Integrate with US Sailors and build knowledge, skills and experience in how the US Navy conducts nuclear-powered submarine maintenance.10. US Army exploring ways to modernize operational units with new equipment. This effort includes learning what equipment those units will need and how they receive it, under the Regionally Aligned Readiness and Modernization Model (ReARMM).
This week, I'm joined by musician Aaron Williams, creator of the The Homegrown Arts & Music Festival, and Brian Shamie, multiplatform editor and Sound Check columnist for the Daily Herald. We got subs from Submarine Tender and talked about this year's Homegrown Festival, happening at Basecamp in Lisle on 7/27 and 7/28. On the show: Aaron performs a killer acoustic version of his song "Ash." Submarine Tender has the shittiest parking lot in all of the western suburbs. Shamie's evolution covering the local music scene. The must-sees and new faces on this year's Homegrown line-up. Nehi is the mark of a fine restaurant establishment. The need for local music coverage. The challenges of putting on an event like Homegrown. Some bands struggle with self-promotion. Car Con Carne is presented by the Autobarn Mazda of Evanston.
This week, I'm joined by musician Aaron Williams, creator of the The Homegrown Arts & Music Festival, and Brian Shamie, multiplatform editor and Sound Check columnist for the Daily Herald. We got subs from Submarine Tender and talked about this year's Homegrown Festival, happening at Basecamp in Lisle on 7/27 and 7/28. On the show: Aaron performs a killer acoustic version of his song "Ash." Submarine Tender has the shittiest parking lot in all of the western suburbs. Shamie's evolution covering the local music scene. The must-sees and new faces on this year's Homegrown line-up. Nehi is the mark of a fine restaurant establishment. The need for local music coverage. The challenges of putting on an event like Homegrown. Some bands struggle with self-promotion. Car Con Carne is presented by the Autobarn Mazda of Evanston.
Veteran (seasoned?) Chicago journalist Charlie Meyerson (currently of Chicago Public Square & Rivet, ex- of Chicago Tribune, WGN, WNUA and WXRT) joins me for subs and news talk at Submarine Tender (200 Desplaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130.) Just to get it out of the way, the restaurant's name isn't "Submarine Tenders," as wrongly stated early in the episode by your intrepid host. Chicago Public Square has become an indispensable part of my day. Go sign up for the daily newsletter right now. I'll wait. Discussed this week: The rampant misuse of the word "legendary": "There need to be actual legends about you." The harrowing experience of parking at Submarine Tender. Charlie's brand is "bland." Charlie was a latchkey kid, which informs his dining decisions. For the first time ever, this podcast includes a flute performance. The impact of the current political administration on journalism. When Charlie got the news bug, dating back to Watergate. "Journalists are there to make sure the government does the right thing." Journalists' commitment to the truth: "If I were threatened with jail for doing my job, that'd be kinda cool." Charlie's broadcast news history, including 10 years at WXRT and work at the late WNUA (he even sings the station's theme to jog your memory). Charlie and I hooked up on Tinder. Kinda. Well, not really. The senses-shattering origin story of Chicago Public Square! Charlie offers (real and helpful) advice to aspiring media people. Does bias exist in the news? And how does Charlie feel about it? This might be a better time to break into journalism that it seems on the surface. Starting Chicago Public Square, and the pros & cons of creating a startup media model. We "rightsize" the podcast for your enjoyment. Are Americans more tribal now? This isn't a music podcast! "Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull came to visit WXRT... " "Of course he did." ROM: SPACEKNIGHT gets a mention! Charlie met his wife in a traffic accident. Charlie treats us to a flute performance! Junior high jokes commence!
Veteran (seasoned?) Chicago journalist Charlie Meyerson (currently of Chicago Public Square & Rivet, ex- of Chicago Tribune, WGN, WNUA and WXRT) joins me for subs and news talk at Submarine Tender (200 Desplaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130.) Just to get it out of the way, the restaurant's name isn't "Submarine Tenders," as wrongly stated early in the episode by your intrepid host. Chicago Public Square has become an indispensable part of my day. Go sign up for the daily newsletter right now. I'll wait. Discussed this week: The rampant misuse of the word "legendary": "There need to be actual legends about you." The harrowing experience of parking at Submarine Tender. Charlie's brand is "bland." Charlie was a latchkey kid, which informs his dining decisions. For the first time ever, this podcast includes a flute performance. The impact of the current political administration on journalism. When Charlie got the news bug, dating back to Watergate. "Journalists are there to make sure the government does the right thing." Journalists' commitment to the truth: "If I were threatened with jail for doing my job, that'd be kinda cool." Charlie's broadcast news history, including 10 years at WXRT and work at the late WNUA (he even sings the station's theme to jog your memory). Charlie and I hooked up on Tinder. Kinda. Well, not really. The senses-shattering origin story of Chicago Public Square! Charlie offers (real and helpful) advice to aspiring media people. Does bias exist in the news? And how does Charlie feel about it? This might be a better time to break into journalism that it seems on the surface. Starting Chicago Public Square, and the pros & cons of creating a startup media model. We "rightsize" the podcast for your enjoyment. Are Americans more tribal now? This isn't a music podcast! "Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull came to visit WXRT... " "Of course he did." ROM: SPACEKNIGHT gets a mention! Charlie met his wife in a traffic accident. Charlie treats us to a flute performance! Junior high jokes commence!
USS America Departs Singapore after Holiday Visit, Frank Cable Returns to Readiness, Naval Base Guam Sailor Recognized for Pursuing Christmas Thief
USS Emory S. Land moves its home port to Guam, and Soldiers throw down at the Combatives Smoker Tournament in Korea.