Podcasts about Taiwan

Ray is a popular streamer and content creator from Taiwan who battles the world with limited understanding of English.  Ray joins Theo to talk about his quick rise to fame after a chance encounter with Kai Cenat, the beautiful differences between Asian cultures, and the possibility of zesty alien life.  Ray: https://www.instagram.com/rayasianboy_/  ------------------------------------------------- Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ------------------------------------------------- Sponsored By: Celsius: Go to the Celsius Amazon store to check out all of their flavors. #CELSIUSBrandPartner #CELSIUSLiveFit https://amzn.to/3HbAtPJ  Prize Picks: Go to https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/THEO and use code THEO to get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Play Responsibly.  Sonic: Go out and try the SONIC $6 Meal All-American Smasher today. A juicy, delicious burger paired with tots or fries and a drink for a deal that speaks for itself! https://www.sonicdrivein.com/deals/  Car Shield: Go to http://carshield.com and use code THEO for 20% off. Valor Recovery: To learn more about Valor Recovery please visit them at https://valorrecoverycoaching.com/  or email them at admin@valorrecoverycoaching.com  ------------------------------------------------- Music: “Shine” by Bishop Gunn Bishop Gunn - Shine ------------------------------------------------ Submit your funny videos, TikToks, questions and topics you'd like to hear on the podcast to: tpwproducer@gmail.com Hit the Hotline: 985-664-9503 Video Hotline for Theo Upload here: https://www.theovon.com/fan-upload Send mail to: This Past Weekend 1906 Glen Echo Rd PO Box #159359 Nashville, TN 37215 ------------------------------------------------ Find Theo: Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/theovon Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheoVonClips Shorts Channel: https://bit.ly/3ClUj8z ------------------------------------------------ Producer: Zach https://www.instagram.com/zachdpowers Producer: Trevyn https://www.instagram.com/trevyn.s/  Producer: Nick https://www.instagram.com/realnickdavis/ Producer: Andrew https://www.instagram.com/bleachmediaofficial/  Producer: Halston https://www.instagram.com/halstonrays/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former US ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul returns to Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson to discuss his new book, Autocrats vs. Democrats: China, Russia, America, and the New Global Disorder. McFaul explains why Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and today's autocratic leaders fundamentally do not think like we do—and why that misunderstanding has shaped some of America's most consequential foreign-policy mistakes. Drawing on decades of scholarship and firsthand experience inside the Kremlin, McFaul traces Russia's post–Cold War slide back into autocracy; challenges the claim that NATO expansion caused the rupture with Moscow; and argues that the true threat to authoritarian regimes is democratic example rather than Western military power. He examines the war in Ukraine, its implications for Taiwan, the limits of transactional diplomacy with ideologues like Putin, and the enduring lessons of Cold War statecraft. He also reflects on his unlikely journey from Butte, Montana, to Spaso House —the Moscow home of the U.S. ambassador to Russia— and why he remains convinced that democracy, however fragile, is still the West's greatest strategic advantage. Subscribe to Uncommon Knowledge at hoover.org/uk

In Episode 465 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with Yale historian and Cold War scholar Odd Arne Westad, author of The Coming Storm, about why the pre-WWI era of multipolarity, imperial decline, and great power rivalry offers a far more instructive — and alarming — historical parallel to today's world than the Cold War, and what must be done to prevent the catastrophic descent into total war. The first hour explores what went wrong after the fall of the Soviet Union, how the end of the Bretton Woods system helped enable China's economic rise, and the striking structural parallels between the rise of Germany before 1914 and the rise of China today. Westad and Kofinas also examine the roles that Russia, India, and the United States play in this historical analogy, and how the failure to integrate rising powers into meaningful international frameworks — then and now — has set the stage for catastrophic conflict. The second hour takes a deeper look at the specific forces that could push the world from strategic rivalry to outright war, including the role of nuclear weapons in a multipolar order, the most dangerous flashpoints — from Taiwan to the Korean Peninsula to the South China Sea and China's border with India — and the underappreciated threat that terrorism could pose as a catalyst for great power conflict. They also examine the internal political dynamics that boxed leaders into impossible positions before 1914, how frighteningly familiar those constraints look today, and what Professor Westad believes must be done to stabilize the international system before the world faces consequences it is not remotely prepared to confront. Subscribe to our premium content—including our premium feed, episode transcripts, and Intelligence Reports—by visiting HiddenForces.io/subscribe. If you'd like to join the conversation and become a member of the Hidden Forces Genius community—with benefits like Q&A calls with guests, exclusive research and analysis, in-person events, and dinners—you can also sign up on our subscriber page at HiddenForces.io/subscribe. If you enjoyed today's episode of Hidden Forces, please support the show by: Subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, CastBox, or via our RSS Feed Writing us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Join our mailing list at https://hiddenforces.io/newsletter/ Producer & Host: Demetri Kofinas Editor & Engineer: Stylianos Nicolaou Subscribe and support the podcast at https://hiddenforces.io. Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @hiddenforcespod Follow Demetri on Twitter at @Kofinas Episode Recorded on 02/23/2026

Shan Ng follows acclaimed Hong Kong and Taiwan cinematographer Kwan Pun Leung as he creates a new music video, Fragile Love. Known for his work on landmark films including In the Mood for Love and 2046, Kwan has built a reputation for crafting deeply poetic and emotionally resonant images. Across a career spanning decades, Kwan has developed a distinctive creative philosophy that places intuition and responsiveness at the centre of cinematography. Rather than focusing solely on the technical, he views film-making as a collaborative process with actors, directors and the natural environment. Light, movement and atmosphere are not simply tools but his partners in shaping meaning. For him, cinematography is not simply about capturing reality, but allowing unexpected moments to shape the emotional language of the frame.

“Africa is flowing with resources from oil, diamonds, critical minerals. But at times we find that in our cities, at the bus stations, there's no toilets with running water in a continent which is rich with possibilities. So it's how that intentionality, that political will, to put resources to what matters most.”Daniel Dadzie speaks to Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, UN Assistant Secretary-General and UN deputy director for women, about the need for Africa to focus on the priorities of its people, such as water and sanitation.The interview took place at the African Union summit in Addis Abbaba, Ethiopia, where the theme was: “Ensuring sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems.” It's part of Agenda 2063 - the organisation's 50-year strategic framework. But Gumbonzvanda says these things can't wait fifty years, and that they need to be a priority for African leaders now.In her role as deputy lead for UN Women, she is also increasingly concerned by the stories she's been hearing from the women of Sudan, where the civil war continues to rage. She says that regional bodies and the UN are not doing enough to protect the war-torn country's women and children.The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC, including episodes with Taiwan's cyber ambassador Audrey Tang, author Sir Salman Rushdie, and South African health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi. You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Presenter: Daniel Dadzie Producers: Albert Kirui, Brian Khisa, and Clare Williamson Editor: Damon RoseGet in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.(Image: Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda Credit: Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for The Ford Foundation)

American George H. Kerr was the most important Western eyewitness and chronicler of the February 28 Incident of 1947, the violent uprising and brutal crackdown that shaped Taiwan's modern politics and identity. Kerr first lived in Taiwan in the late 1930s, when the island was a colony of Japan. During the war, he worked for the U.S. Navy as a Taiwan expert, and then from 1945 to 1947 served as the U.S. vice consul in Taipei. His account of Chinese Nationalist (KMT) misrule, Formosa Betrayed (1965), is arguably the most influential English-language book ever written about Taiwan. John chats with Kerr scholar Jonathan Benda about the book and the man behind it. Why did it take Kerr so long to publish his account? What does the “betrayed” in the title refer to? How did the book inspire Taiwanese democracy and independence activists? Drawing on new evidence, Benda explains it all and gives us a full picture of this complex man.

A journalist gets detained. Carriers surge toward the Gulf. Politicians talk in slogans while the facts stay fuzzy. We connect these threads to show how U.S. power, Israeli interests, and media narratives are steering Washington toward a dangerous collision with Iran without a clear mandate or honest case. We start with the reported detention of Tucker Carlson in Israel and the curious U.S. response that brushed it off as “routine.” That move doesn't just look bad; it signals confidence that America will absorb the fallout. From there, we trace a rapid military buildup—aircraft carriers, destroyers, AWACS, and a torrent of cargo flights—that rarely ends in de-escalation. If this were about diplomacy, the White House would be selling terms; instead, we hear recycled lines about Iran's nuclear ambitions long after strikes supposedly shattered its enrichment capacity. The gap between rhetoric and reality matters, because it's where wars are born. Dave DeCamp joins us to parse the signals. We examine Lindsey Graham's frequent trips to Israel and his open willingness to risk a wider war, even as Iran poses no threat to the U.S. homeland. We unpack why “state sponsor of terror” has become a catch-all label, how Iran's missile arsenal is designed to deter Israel rather than target America, and why any push for zero enrichment and missile rollbacks is a diplomatic dead end. The logistics, costs, and air defense deployments hint at what planners truly expect: incoming fire and real U.S. casualties if this goes hot. We close with a sharp look at the Taiwan question after AOC's hesitant answer at the Munich Security Conference. Strategic ambiguity only works when leaders can speak plainly about limits and risk. China can lock down a blockade faster than America can break it on China's doorstep, and pretending otherwise is how miscalculation becomes catastrophe.

Geneva flexes its diplomatic muscles with talks between Iran and the US. Japan will deploy missiles near Taiwan and what’s going on between the UAE and Saudi Arabia? Plus: fashion news and Finnair’s new bespoke soundscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the earliest online dating sites, cultural differences and similarities became the norm in relationships and marriages. How do Dolphin and David communicate and compromise throughout the year? Why did they decide to marry? What was it like for David to apply for permanent residency in Taiwan? How do they visit family?If you enjoy this episode, I recommend...➡️ [Africa] Ep107 South African DJ Meets a Taiwanese Tour Guide w/ Egon & Jo (2)➡️ [International Student] Ep99 After Graduation, Now What? ft. Celine➡️ [Health] Ep101 Healing from Within: Yoga ft. Sneha➡️ [Asia] Ep89 First Indian Female Entrepreneur in Taiwan w/ Dr. Priya Lalwani Purswaney➡️ [Africa] Ep83 A Ghanian and Her Hair w/ Hayil➡️ [TCK] Ep82 When Music Intersects with Multiple Identities w/ MARC AMELLO

Marc Cox hosts Steve Yates, national security and China expert, to discuss America's space program, Artemis missions, and the geopolitical stakes of lunar exploration. Yates explains missed opportunities over the past 25 years, critiques reliance on outdated NASA technology, and emphasizes the need for public-private partnerships to outpace China's long-term space strategy. The conversation also touches on U.S.-China trade, semiconductor dependencies in Taiwan, and the broader race for technological dominance in space and AI. Hashtags: #SpaceProgram #Artemis #MoonMission #SteveYates #ChinaThreat #NationalSecurity #PublicPrivatePartnership #MarkCox

Tropische Strände, Highspeed-Züge & Menschen, die dich nach dem Flug einfach umarmen. Taiwan hat uns komplett erwischt. Direkt aus dem Flieger fährt Michael einmal quer durchs Land bis ganz in den Süden. Reisfelder im Sonnenaufgang, Fischreiher über den Flüssen, plötzlich Dschungel, dann wieder Meer. Hengchun fühlt sich an wie ein entspanntes Surferstädtchen irgendwo zwischen Südostasien und Kalifornien. Nur sicherer, freundlicher - und überraschend vielseitig. Nachtmärkte, Mungobohnen-Suppe mit Eis, Flat White auf Weltklasseniveau, Familien auf Fahrrädern, Strände wie aus dem Bilderbuch und überall diese selbstverständliche Offenheit der Menschen. Taiwan ist modern und wohlhabend, politisch komplex, geschichtlich vielschichtig und im Reise-Alltag vor allem: leicht. Öffis, die funktionieren, Essen, das begeistert und ein Land, das dich ganz tief in dein Herz lässt, ohne sich aufzudrängen. Wenn ihr wissen wollt, wie sich ein Hidden Champion in Asien wirklich anfühlt, dann kommt mit in den Süden.—Unsere Werbepartner findet ihr hier.Kommt zu unserer LIVE-Show:11.4.2026 Mannheim (SWR Podcastfestival)Tickets gibt es HIER.Mehr Reisen Reisen gibt es bei Instagram und in unserem Newsletter-Magazin.—HengchunEntspannte Kleinstadt im Süden Taiwans, nahe dem Kenting Nationalpark. Bunte Gassen, kleine Cafés, Nachtmarkt und perfekter Ausgangspunkt für Strände und Natur.https://www.instagram.com/hengchun_town/Kenting National ParkTropischer Nationalpark mit Stränden, Bergen und üppigem Grün. Ideal zum Surfen, Wandern oder einfach für Tage am Meer.https://www.instagram.com/kenting_national_park/South Slot CoffeeChilliges Café mit Terrasse, Liegestühlen und tropischem Vibe. Perfekt für einen Flat White nach der Ankunft im Süden.https://www.instagram.com/southslotcoffee/Kitchen Swell CafeGroßzügiger Raum mit viel Holz, internationalen Speisen und entspanntem Surfer-Feeling. Ideal für Frühstück oder Lunch.https://www.instagram.com/kitchenswell/Huang Sweet Mung BeansTraditioneller Spot für taiwanesische Mungobohnensuppe – süß, mit Eis serviert, ein Klassiker im tropischen Süden.(Kein klarer offizieller Instagram-Account, Infos über lokale Listings)https://www.taiwan.net.tw/Step UpKleiner Laden, in dem man sich eigene Flip-Flops zusammenstellen kann. Farben, Sohlen, Bänder – alles individuell kombinierbar.https://www.instagram.com/stepup.tw/The SurfSurfboutique mit lässigen Shirts, Boards und echtem Küsten-Vibe. Treffpunkt für junge Locals und Reisende.https://www.instagram.com/thesurf_taiwan/FamilyMartTaiwanesische Convenience-Store-Kette mit überraschend guter Kaffeekultur. Praktisch für Snacks, Getränke und schnellen Flat White unterwegs.https://www.instagram.com/familymart_tw/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Der beste Sonnenuntergang, der leckerste Nachtmarkt, ein indigenes Dorf hoch in den Bergen und dazwischen die Geschichte einer jungen Demokratie. Taiwan ist eine hochspannende Insel und genau JETZT ist die Zeit, um sie zu entdecken. Die Stadt Kenting im Süden riecht nach Meer und Streetfood. Oolong Tee dampft in kleinen Holzhäusern, Eis schmeckt plötzlich nicht süß, sondern geröstet und frisch. Nur eine Stunde weiter ändert sich die Welt komplett. Die Straße windet sich durch grünes Bergland, Steinhäuser stehen zwischen Bananenstauden und Familien bewahren ihre indigene Tradition. Man sitzt zusammen, probiert Wildschwein und Hirse, hört alte Mythen und spricht am Ende plötzlich über Popmusik. Vergangenheit und Gegenwart liegen in Taiwan oft nur ein paar Meter auseinander. Außerdem bekommt ihr in dieser Folge die bewegte Geschichte eine der freiesten Gesellschaften im chinesischen Sprachraum. Vielleicht ist es genau diese Mischung aus Gelassenheit, Widerstandskraft und Lebensfreude, die diese Reise so besonders macht. Kommt mit in den Süden Taiwans. Es lohnt sich.—Unsere Werbepartner findet ihr hier.Kommt zu unserer LIVE-Show:11.4.2026 Mannheim (SWR Podcastfestival)Tickets gibt es HIER.Mehr Reisen Reisen gibt es bei Instagram und in unserem Newsletter-Magazin.–Süden & KentingKentingEntspannter Küstenort im Süden Taiwans mit tropischem Flair, Surferszene und warmem Meer. Perfekter Ausgangspunkt für Strandtage und Nationalpark-Erkundungen.https://www.instagram.com/kenting.tw/Kenting National ParkTaiwans einziger tropischer Nationalpark mit Klippen, Regenwald, Palmenstränden und spektakulären Sonnenuntergängen. Ideal für Küstenwanderungen und Wassersport.https://www.instagram.com/kentingnationalpark/Baishawan BeachFeiner Sand, türkisfarbenes Wasser und entspannte Atmosphäre. Einer der schönsten Strände im Süden der Insel.https://www.instagram.com/baishawan_beach/Longpan ParkWindumtoste Klippenlandschaft mit weitem Blick aufs Meer. Perfekt für Sonnenuntergänge und Panoramaaufnahmen.https://www.instagram.com/longpanpark/Kenting Night MarketLebendiger Nachtmarkt mit Streetfood, kleinen Spielständen und Bars. Bunt, laut, gesellig – besonders am Wochenende ein Treffpunkt für Einheimische.https://www.instagram.com/kenting_nightmarket/Hido HostelUnkomplizierte Unterkunft mit Meerblick in Kenting. Ideal für Backpacker, die entspannt wohnen möchten.https://www.instagram.com/hidohostel/TeekulturLu Shui TangKleiner, atmosphärischer Teeladen mit traditioneller Oolong-Zubereitung und überraschend modern interpretierten Teekreationen wie Tee-Eis.https://www.instagram.com/lushuittang/AlishanBerühmte Hochlandregion für Oolong-Tee und spektakuläre Sonnenaufgänge über Nebelwäldern.https://www.instagram.com/alishan_nsa/Indigene KulturPaiwanEines der 16 anerkannten indigenen Völker Taiwans mit eigener Sprache, Symbolik und Hierarchiestruktur. Ihre Traditionen prägen bis heute Teile des Südens der Insel.Taiwan ToursAnbieter geführter Touren, unter anderem zu indigenen Dörfern und in die Bergregionen im Süden.https://www.instagram.com/taiwantours/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leigh Ann Phillips is an award-winning singer songwriter and sound healing educator. She is on a mission to merge sound and music to assist people in leading more fulfilling lives in healthier bodies. Her work is taking her all over the world and back again. Leigh Ann has developed a method of brainwave entrainment through the use of her voice and the quartz crystal singing bowls. It is a form of sound healing based on research on the brain as well as the musical system called the Circle of Fifths. The purpose of the work is to help people release emotions from the body, as well as raise the level of health and well being physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. She has developed a method of shifting and slowing the brain states, allowing people to not just relax but release emotional blocks that are allowing dis-ease in the body. Her method incorporates the use of the quartz crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, tingshaws, harp, piano, herbal medicine as well as her voice. Using mantras in languages such as Sanskrit, Enochian and Aramaic, Leigh Ann incorporates ancient mantras and prayers to enhance the power of the sound. This method actually places the bowls on the person, so the person is receiving not just music and sound, but also vibration. Her passion is to assist people in building an awareness of consciousness to the mind, body and spirit. Some people would call this allowing sound and music to be a bridge to the soul. Leigh Ann is now back in Crestone, Colorado! She has been bringing sound healing and the music of the quartz crystal singing bowls into the mainstream. She has given demonstrations and sound healing sessions most recently in Taiwan, the Hawaiian islands, at the Gem Exhibit at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C, as well as at a Playboy event in the Los Angeles area. She has also made television and radio appearances on various health, and lifestyle programs in Hawaii, New York, Massachusetts, Colorado, New Mexico, as well as the Orient. The sound and the music have merged, and Leigh Ann's passion for life has sounded into a path where music can bring not just beauty, but health, peace and the evolution of the soul. Leigh Ann's latest recorded album release, Mik'ael (2013), is a musical tapestry of mantras, sung in the Enochian language, accompanied by quartz crystal singing bowls and world instruments. Mik'ael is a musical collaboration with writer and producer, Thomas Barquee, recorded at Zenden Studios in California. Ideal for yoga and meditation, Mik'ael is a healing offering to the Archangel Michael, and all that is peaceful in nature and ourselves. Her next recording project will be spoken word, co-created again with Thomas Barquee. She is also the Executive Director of The Shimmering Sounds Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to bringing sound healing as a complimentary therapy to the masses. The foundation has given hundreds of free sessions to people that could not normally afford holistic health sessions. The foundation incorporates the use of a crystal healing bed as well, a complementary treatment to the sound using color, vibration and light. Currently she has developed her own line of quartz crystal singing bowls, using unusual gemstones to infuse the bowls, as well as etching ancient mandalas that amplify the intention of this sacred art through the power of the sound. https://www.leighannphillips.com/ Call In and Chat with Deborah during Live Show: 833-220-1200 or 319-527-2638 Learn more about Deborah here:  www.lovebyintuition.com

漫畫博覽會 màn huà bó lǎn huì - comic exhibition; comic expo漫畫 màn huà - comic; manga園區 yuán qū - park area; complex刑務所 xíng wù suǒ - prison (Japanese-era term)監獄 jiān yù - prison; jail修復 xiū fù - to restore; to repair日治時期 rì zhì shí qí - Japanese colonial period收藏 shōu cáng - to collect; collection雜誌 zá zhì - magazine漫畫家 màn huà jiā - comic artist; cartoonist手稿 shǒu gǎo - original manuscript; draft保存 bǎo cún - to preserve; to keep文化部 wén huà bù - Ministry of Culture數位典藏 shù wèi diǎn cáng - digital archiving漫畫迷 màn huà mí - comic fan常設展 cháng shè zhǎn - permanent exhibition周邊商品 zhōu biān shāng pǐn - merchandise; related products水池 shuǐ chí - pond; water pool劉興欽 Liú Xīng Qīn - Liu Hsing-Chin (Taiwanese comic artist)阿三哥與大嬸婆 Ā Sān Gē yǔ Dà Shěn Pó - Brother Ah-San and Auntie (classic Taiwanese comic)烏龍院 Wū Lóng Yuàn - Oolong Courtyard (classic Taiwanese comic)老夫子 Lǎo Fū Zǐ - Old Master Q (classic Chinese-language comic)演武場 yǎn wǔ chǎng - martial arts practice hall劍道 jiàn dào - kendo (Japanese sword martial art)柔道 róu dào - judo公共浴場 gōng gòng yù chǎng - public bathhouseFollow me on Instagram: fangfang.chineselearning !

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, he starts by discussing the cashews he "borrowed" from the station vending machine. Brad Young, 97.1 Chief Legal Analyst, joins the show to discuss his trip to Taiwan, new tariffs and more! Jeff Knight, Missouri State Representative from Lebanon, joins the show to discuss his bill to allow horse racing in the state. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Paul Mauro, a Fox News contributor, retired NYPD inspector, attorney and the Founder of The Ops Desk. Mauro discusses President Trump's meeting with Mayor Mamdani, the New York City Mayor refusing to call an organize snowball and ice attack on NYPD officers more than a snowball fight and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by David Strom, an Associate Editor with Hot Air. They discuss the latest trending political news including California Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial comments, the political backlash around Team USA's Men's Hockey team and more. Mark is later joined by Tim Sommer, a Music Journalist, Former Record Executive and a Contributor to The Rock and Roll Globe. They discuss the new Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

When villagers in a remote Thai forest heard screams echoing from the woods every hour for three straight days, they were convinced the legends of ancient spirits haunting those trees had come to life. In Taiwan, a woman and her young daughter walked into an elevator, rode to the top floor of an 11-story building, and seemingly vanished, feeding into the internet's most haunting urban legends, “The Elevator Game”. And in England, a prisoner they call "Hannibal the Cannibal" has been locked in a glass cell underground for over 40 years, but how much of his legend is actually true? TW: Suicide Subscribe on⁠ Patreon⁠ to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society and enjoy ad-free listening, monthly bonus content, merch discounts and more. Members of our High Council on Patreon also have access to our weekly after-show, Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. You can also enjoy many of these same perks, including ad-free listening and bonus content when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts . Follow on⁠ Tik Tok⁠ and⁠ Instagram⁠ for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1900 BAKUGordon Chang and Steve Yates discuss Japan deploying missiles near Taiwan and concerns regarding a potential Chinese biological weapons facility discovered in Las Vegas. 1.Rebecca Grant and Gordon Chang detail the US Navy's massive deployment around Iran to counter Chinese-supported missile threats and prepare for possible sustained offensive strike options. 2.Charles Burton and Gordon Chang analyze Mark Carney's shift toward Beijing, seeking trade concessions like visa-free access while Canadians harbor resentment over Trump's proposed tariffs and economic policies. 3.Charles Burton and Gordon Chang debate the dangers of Canada's "strategic partnership" with China, focusing on espionage operations, the potential expulsion from Five Eyes, and theft of aerospace technology. 4.Simon Constable reports on skyrocketing copper and silver prices alongside the arrest of Lord Mandelson for allegedly passing privileged state information to Jeffrey Epstein. 5.Simon Constable reports that the UK government faces investigations for allegedly threatening media personalities and smearing critics as pro-Russian, while struggling with housing shortages and high taxes. 6.Jonathan Adler explains the Supreme Court ruling that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not grant the president unilateral power to impose taxes or tariffs. 7.Jonathan Adler reports that following the tariff decision, the administration must now use specific statutes with procedural strings, limiting the president's ability to adjust trade penalties on a whim. 8.Andrea Stricker discusses reports that the Iranian regime used illicit chemicals and pharmaceutical-based agents to debilitate protesters during recent, highly lethal national unrest. 9.Michael Bernstam describes Europe's liberation from Russian energy, replaced by cheap American and Qatari LNG, leaving Russia with abandoned gas fields and flaring wells. 10.Bob Zimmerman details a helium flow problem that cancelled the Artemis March launch, while SpaceX continues breaking records for booster reuse and commercial efficiency. 11.Bob Zimmerman reports that astronomers are using infrared capabilities to identify a supernova's origin and detect the first heliosphere around a distant star, advancing our understanding of stellar deaths. 12.Craig Unger explores how Trump's licensing model in Panama and elsewhere allowed the Russian mob to wash hundreds of millions through luxury real estate. 13.Craig Unger reports that the Trump brand served as a status symbol for Russian oligarchs, facilitating money laundering in failed developments while FBI counterintelligence efforts reportedly failed to intervene. 14.Craig Unger reports that the 2013 Miss Universe pageant in Moscow served as a platform for Trump to court Putin and oligarchs, marking a turning point as Russia transitioned into a mafia state. 15.Craig Unger traces Trump's political ascent back to his 1987 Moscow trip, suggesting Russian connections and talking points have influenced his foreign policy for forty years. 16.

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//The Wire//1500Z February 26, 2026////ROUTINE////BLUF: POSSIBLE CHEMICAL WEAPONS FACILITY DISCOVERED AT PRIVATE RESIDENCE IN CALIFORNIA. TALKS IN GENEVA CONTINUE AS WAR INCHES CLOSER IN MIDDLE EAST. INVESTIGATION CONTINUES INTO CUBAN BOAT INCIDENT.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Middle East: This morning the USS *FORD* CSG departed port Souda Bay, bound for operational patrols in the Eastern Med. The drawdown of forces at Al-Udeid continues as well, with only a handful of aircraft remaining at this installation. In Geneva, diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iranian representatives have continued, with reports not really confirming how the talks are going just yet.Analyst Comment: In addition to American aircraft leaving their transponders on for the majority of their flights, China has dutifully been using their own satellite imagery networks to show the world where American forces are being deployed to. This imagery indicates that forces continue staging at bases throughout the region, including F-16's being forward-deployed to Diego Garcia.-HomeFront-California: A possible chemical weapons production facility has been located at a private residence in Irvine. Police responded to a call from a concerned landlord, who had located suspicious items inside a residence just off Irvine Blvd. Local police responded to the residence, and after a few hours, the FBI was on scene investigating what appeared to be a nerve agent that was discovered at the site.Analyst Comment: This incident initially took place some time ago, however none of the inhabitants of this extremely high-income gated community reported the men-in-white-suits investigating a potential weapons lab in their neighborhood, until prompted by journalists who were first alerted to the scene by the Irvine Police Department's post on the matter last night. Since this neighborhood has controlled access, the local news crew had to fly a helicopter over the scene, which revealed the CBNRE teams that are still on the scene processing evidence. Geolocation of this static image (via the solar panels on the roof and the landscaping arrangement) confirms the address as being 77 Cartwheel Street.Orange County property records indicate that this residence is owned by Yu-Ting Huang and Allen Lee. A cursory search of business affiliations in California confirms that both individuals are the CFO and CEO (respectively) of Genetex Inc, a major biotechnology business which allegedly provides reagents for medical testing.Overall, details are very sketchy at the moment, however local media stations have interviewed some of the neighbors who have been willing to talk. According to these reports, various teams of federal agents have been observed on site, to include military service members wearing insignia of a Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team.Considering the link to Genetex, so far this incident is nearly identical to other Chinese-linked biolabs, such as the facilities in Reedley, California and in Las Vegas, Nevada. Both of these facilities involved super-sketchy businesses which were supposed to be making test kits or reagents for medical testing, however in reality this was merely a front to conceal the manufacture of biological weapons. Regarding the site in Irvine, there is no link readily identifiable to the other sites just yet, beyond the circumstances of the operations being nearly identical. Of note, Genetex has links to Taiwan, not China, however more information is needed to determine exactly what these links are and exactly which individuals were operating the site. More investigation will be needed to discern what was really taking place at this facility, but as of right now, it would be prudent to categorize this as a potential nerve agent production facility, just in case.-----END TEARLINE-----

Download the full webinar slides hereSpecial Audio from the February 20th Seraph WebinarTariffs were struck down.So why does the pressure still feel the same?If the Supreme Court ruled against IEEPA, why aren't costs meaningfully lower?This special episode is different.It is the full audio recording from the February 20th Seraph IEEPA Tariff Revocation Impact Webinar, led by Ambrose Conroy, CEO of Seraph.In this episode of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, Jan Griffiths joins Ambrose and Harrison Catlin as they break down what the Supreme Court decision actually changed and what it didn't.Headlines suggested relief. But Section 122 tariffs were implemented almost immediately. Effective rates dropped briefly, then climbed back up — not fully to prior IEEPA levels, but still materially impactful.This conversation goes beyond policy.It is about enterprise risk, supply chain resilience, and what leaders must do next.Themes Discussed in this EpisodeWhat the Supreme Court ruling actually changedHow Section 122 partially restored tariff levelsThe three critical dates: entry date, liquidation date, protest windowHow Post Summary Corrections (PSC) impact refund strategyOEM debit risk and cascading supply chain pressureWhy geopolitics — not just tariffs — is the real long-term riskThe July 2026 convergence: Section 122 expiration and USMCA negotiationsUsing AI and prediction markets to anticipate legal outcomesWhy reshoring must continue regardless of short-term tariff shiftsFeatured GuestAmbrose Conroy is the Founder and CEO of Seraph, a global operational excellence and manufacturing strategy firm. He advises CEOs, boards, and private equity leaders on supply chain restructuring, footprint acceleration, and industrial resilience in volatile geopolitical environments.Ambrose is known for his reality-first perspective on manufacturing strategy and for translating global uncertainty into decisive operational action.About Your Host – Jan GriffithsJan Griffiths is a champion for culture transformation and the host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast. A former automotive executive with a rebellious spirit, Jan is known for challenging outdated norms and inspiring leaders to ditch command and control. She brings honesty, energy, and courage to every conversation, proving that authentic, human-centered leadership is the future of the automotive industry.Episode Highlights[01:05] Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA tariffs[02:00] Section 122 implemented and effective rates climb back[06:07] What tools remain available to the administration[11:55] Refund mechanics: entry date, liquidation date, PSC filings[14:46] OEM debit risk and supply chain tension[18:08] China, Taiwan, and geopolitical escalation[25:47] July 2026 - Section 122 expiration meets USMCA negotiations[30:00] AI and prediction markets used to model the ruling[32:00] Why tariffs are likely here to stayTop Quotes[11:38] Ambrose: “ Tariffs are a core tenet.”[17:23] Ambrose: “ Pre-COVID supply chain was, was a function that was seen as supportive. Now it's so core, and it's so critical, and it's so impactful so many times because everything is so fragile since we've sought the lowest cost and lowest price and not necessarily taken into account true resiliency. “[27:43] Jan: “Get your arms around the data, get visibility all the way through the supply chain. And make sure that you know those dates, the entry date and the liquidation date, and that you've got the right team of people around you with the right set of expertise.”[26:34] Ambrose: “ The only thing that it is clear to me if you if you want to sell a product in the United States, make it in the United States, source it in the United States.”If this episode resonated, share it with a fellow automotive leader and subscribe to The Automotive Leaders Podcast, where we're shaping the future of authentic leadership in the automotive industry.This podcast episode is also available on YouTube. Check out our YouTube channel at JangriffithsautomotiveleadersSend us your feedback or questions — email Jan at Jan@Gravitasdetroit.com.

How Taiwan rose to global prominence in high tech manufacturing, from computer maker to the world's leading chip manufacturer. How did Taiwan, a former Japanese colony and the last fortress of the defeated Chinese Nationalists, ascend to such heights in high-tech manufacturing? In Island Tinkerers: Innovation and Transformation in the Making of Taiwan's Computing Industry (MIT Press, 2024), Honghong Tinn tells the critical history of how hobbyists and enthusiasts in Taiwan, including engineers, technologists, technocrats, computer users, and engineers-turned-entrepreneurs, helped transform the country with their hands-on engagement with computers. Rather than engaging in wholesale imitation of US sources, she explains, these technologists tinkered with imported computing technology and experimented with manufacturing their own versions, resulting in their own brand of successful innovation. Defying the stereotype of “the West innovates, and the East imitates,” Tinn tells the story of Taiwanese technologists' efforts over the past six decades. Beginning in the 1960s, they grappled with the “black-boxed” computers that were newly available through international technical-aid programs. Shortly after, multinational corporations that outsourced transistor and integrated circuit assembly overseas began employing Taiwanese engineers and factory workers. Island tinkerers developed strategies to adapt, modify, assemble, and work with computers in an inventive manner. It was through this creative and ingenious tinkering with computers that they were able to gain a better understanding of the technology, opening the door to future manufacturing endeavors that now include Acer, Foxconn, Asus, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). Honghong Tinn is Assistant Professor in the Program in the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Li-Ping Chen is a visiting scholar in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Southern California. Her research interests include literary translingualism, diaspora, and nativism in Sinophone, inter-Asian, and transpacific contexts. Li-Ping's NBN episodes on Taiwan Studies are supported by the Chun and Jane Chiu Family Foundation Taiwan Studies Program at Oregon State University. Relevant Links: Open Access for Island Tinkerers here Island Tinkerers' Book Talk with Honghong Tinn here Chinese language translation of Island Tinkerers 科技造浪者: 一部奇蹟般的台灣科技產業史，揭開全球都想知道的人脈網絡 here Fly up with Love (1978) here “Labour and (De)Industrialisation in East Asia” in Gateway To Global China Podcast here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Francesca Chang is a lawyer, former travel blogger, and entrepreneur who sued the U.S. Department of Education to discharge nearly $260,000 in student loan debt. In this episode, Francesca shares what it was like to declare bankruptcy, represent herself pro se, and fight for relief in a system with a historic 0.1 percent success rate.Lawyer Side HustlesBefore pursuing bankruptcy relief, Francesca built multiple careers outside traditional practice. From legal marketing to entrepreneurship to travel blogging in Taiwan, she consistently followed alignment over expectation.“Don't let the debt keep you strapped to something you don't want to do,” Francesca Chang expresses in Episode 233 of You Are a Lawyer.Her journey reflects the broader YAAL theme that a law degree is a tool, not a cage. Whether building businesses abroad or litigating pro se against the Department of Education, Francesca's path demonstrates that lawyers can redefine success on their own terms.This episode is produced by Skip the Boring Stuff, a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

How Taiwan rose to global prominence in high tech manufacturing, from computer maker to the world's leading chip manufacturer. How did Taiwan, a former Japanese colony and the last fortress of the defeated Chinese Nationalists, ascend to such heights in high-tech manufacturing? In Island Tinkerers: Innovation and Transformation in the Making of Taiwan's Computing Industry (MIT Press, 2024), Honghong Tinn tells the critical history of how hobbyists and enthusiasts in Taiwan, including engineers, technologists, technocrats, computer users, and engineers-turned-entrepreneurs, helped transform the country with their hands-on engagement with computers. Rather than engaging in wholesale imitation of US sources, she explains, these technologists tinkered with imported computing technology and experimented with manufacturing their own versions, resulting in their own brand of successful innovation. Defying the stereotype of “the West innovates, and the East imitates,” Tinn tells the story of Taiwanese technologists' efforts over the past six decades. Beginning in the 1960s, they grappled with the “black-boxed” computers that were newly available through international technical-aid programs. Shortly after, multinational corporations that outsourced transistor and integrated circuit assembly overseas began employing Taiwanese engineers and factory workers. Island tinkerers developed strategies to adapt, modify, assemble, and work with computers in an inventive manner. It was through this creative and ingenious tinkering with computers that they were able to gain a better understanding of the technology, opening the door to future manufacturing endeavors that now include Acer, Foxconn, Asus, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). Honghong Tinn is Assistant Professor in the Program in the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Li-Ping Chen is a visiting scholar in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Southern California. Her research interests include literary translingualism, diaspora, and nativism in Sinophone, inter-Asian, and transpacific contexts. Li-Ping's NBN episodes on Taiwan Studies are supported by the Chun and Jane Chiu Family Foundation Taiwan Studies Program at Oregon State University. Relevant Links: Open Access for Island Tinkerers here Island Tinkerers' Book Talk with Honghong Tinn here Chinese language translation of Island Tinkerers 科技造浪者: 一部奇蹟般的台灣科技產業史，揭開全球都想知道的人脈網絡 here Fly up with Love (1978) here “Labour and (De)Industrialisation in East Asia” in Gateway To Global China Podcast here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

John talks to Lee Moore about his 2025 book China's Backstory: The History Beijing Doesn't Want You to Read, which focuses on four important China-related stories that often make headlines: Taiwan, Xinjiang, the Chinese economy, and Hong Kong. In this conversation, Lee and John focus on Taiwan before 1800. Who were the earliest Chinese arrivals in Taiwan? Which ruler's fondness for older women would impact the island's future? And were there Indigenous cowboys (as in horses and lassos)? Lee takes an unusual "pop-scholarship" approach to history in this book. For example, he uses colloquial translations of Chinese texts and names (meet Mr. Success Zheng), and employs...um..."colorful language." His controversial style will likely generate a mix of head-shaking and nodding approval, but almost everyone will learn something new from this episode and enjoy a few laughs.  

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane sit down with New York Times reporter Tripp Mickle to examine one of the biggest hidden risks in the global economy: America's dependence on Taiwan for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. With TSMC producing the vast majority of leading-edge chips used by Nvidia, Apple, and other tech giants, the hosts explore what would happen if geopolitical tensions, a blockade, or even a natural disaster disrupted production — and why Silicon Valley has done little to diversify that risk.The hour also covers Nvidia's strong earnings and the market's skeptical reaction, the long-term implications of AI-driven electricity demand, and whether expanding 401(k) access could meaningfully improve retirement outcomes for American workers.

HoChie Tsai was just a toddler when his family moved to the U.S. But unlike many immigrants, Tsai's parents were fleeing political repression under martial law in Taiwan. Tsai talks about that legacy, and how that helped to shape his identity first as an Asian American activist and physician. Hosted by I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, he starts by discussing the cashews he "borrowed" from the station vending machine. Brad Young, 97.1 Chief Legal Analyst, joins the show to discuss his trip to Taiwan, new tariffs and more! Jeff Knight, Missouri State Representative from Lebanon, joins the show to discuss his bill to allow horse racing in the state.

Brad Young, 97.1 Chief Legal Analyst, joins the show to discuss his trip to Taiwan, new tariffs and more!

Following Donald Trump's annual State of the Union address, we look into some of his claims about the economy and immigration. Also: Japan announces a timeline for deploying missiles to a small island near Taiwan in a move that angers China. The Spanish government declassifies documents related to a failed coup 45 years ago which had threatened the transition from military dictatorship to democracy. And how to watch the planet parade this week. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

Send a textThis Daily Drop hits heroism, policy shifts, and geopolitical tension in one tight package.President Trump presented the Medal of Honor to Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover for extraordinary heroism during the Maduro raid. The 160th SOAR pilot was wounded under fire and still completed the mission. It's the kind of quiet professionalism the Night Stalkers are known for—even if he'd rather not be in the spotlight.The Army is experimenting with auction-style retention bonuses for senior warrant officers. The Navy's EOD teams are training in extreme Arctic conditions. The Coast Guard is intercepting migrant vessels while dealing with funding uncertainty.The VA has indefinitely paused the controversial disability ratings rule that would have factored medication effects into compensation decisions. That story isn't over.Meanwhile, Japan is bolstering air defenses near Taiwan, and satellite imagery shows a new Chinese nuclear-powered attack submarine entering the fleet.Operational tempo isn't slowing down.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and sponsor 02:00 Medal of Honor for Maduro raid pilot 05:00 Warrant officer “auction-style” retention bonuses 07:00 Fort Bliss sentencing 09:00 Navy EOD Arctic training 11:00 Air Force line-of-duty policy update 13:00 Coast Guard migrant interceptions 15:00 VA disability rule on hold 17:00 Pentagon anomalous health team realignment 19:00 State of the Union honors 21:00 Iran tensions and military buildup 23:00 Japan air defense near Taiwan 25:00 China's new nuclear submarine

- Morgan Stanley Pleased with Current App Store Revenue Trends - Omdia: iPhone Saw Record High Market Share in Europe for 2nd Place in 2025 - Shareholders Vote Along Apple Requested Lines at Annual Meeting - Report: CIA Warned Cook, Other Tech CEO's About China Move on Taiwan by 2027 - Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS 26.4 to Public Testers - Apple Acquihires Advanced A.I.-Guided Design Startup invrs.io - "Ted Lasso" Star Says Show Expected Back in August - Apple TV Outs Season-Five Trailer for "For All Mankind" - Steve Jobs Archive Marks Jobs' Birthday with Inspirational eBook - Sponsored by NordLayer: Get an exclusive offer - up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with coupon code: macosken-10-NORDLAYER at nordlayer.com/macosken - Sponsored by Squarespace: Get 10% off of your first purchase of a website or domain with offer code MACOSKEN at Squarespace.com/MACOSKEN - Catch Ken on Mastodon - @macosken@mastodon.social - Send Ken an email: info@macosken.com - Chat with us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Support the show at Patreon.com/macosken

DOD – Disrupter Disrupters China markets reopening after Lunar New Year Mexico Cartel Wars Refunds requested for the illegal tariffs PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - The CTP for Caterpillar announced - DOD - Disrupter Disrupters - China markets reopening after Lunar New Year - Mexico Cartel Wars (Jalisco) Markets - Mortgage Rates - looking good! - Tariffs found illegal - that is not stopping anything - Refunds requested for the illegal tariffs - Monday's big drop and AI taking a bite out of stock prices Tariffs - First, who actually knows what is going on. 100% chaos - Supreme court ruled illegal (6-3) - 10% flat across all countries immediately added - Wait a day and make that 15% - FedEx seeks refund for illegal IEEPA tariffs imposed by Trump after the Supreme Court ruled Trump's tariffs exceeded authority - Numerous lawsuits expected for IEEPA tariff refunds - Apple has spent more than $3 billion on tariffs since President Donald Trump enacted his trade policies. What about that? (HOW TO FIGURE OUT WHO GETS THE REFUND) --- Estimate that $175B tariffs have been collected alreay - A group of 22 U.S. Senate Democrats on Monday introduced legislation that would require President Donald Trump's administration to fully refund within 180 days all of the revenue, with interest, collected from tariffs struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court. - The legislation would require the Customs and Border Protection agency, which collects tariffs at U.S. ports of entry, to prioritize small businesses. - The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency said it will halt collections of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act at 12:01 a.m. EST (0501 GMT) on Tuesday Stop The Presses - After years of JCD's rants....... - Apple will soon introduce MacBooks with touch screens - Apple Inc.'s initial touch Macs will have the Dynamic Island at the center top of the display and OLED screen technology. The new MacBook Pro models will have a refreshed, dynamic user interface that can shift between being optimized for touch or point-and-click input. Europe Reacts - "The current situation is not conducive to delivering 'fair, balanced, and mutually beneficial' transatlantic trade and investment, as agreed to by both sides" in the joint statement setting out the terms of last year's trade agreement, the Commission said. "A deal is a deal." - All active discussions are halted on any USA/Europe trade deal The Potential Winners - Brazil and China may be the winners here - Chinese President Xi Jinping has a boost in bargaining power after the US Supreme Court invalidated Donald Trump's broad emergency tariffs, a key point of leverage over China. - The removal of tariff threats will make it harder for Trump to press Xi for larger purchases of certain products and leaves him without a key weapon to strike back if Chinese negotiators make fresh demands. - Xi's team will likely push harder for access to advanced semiconductors, the removal of trade restrictions on Chinese companies, and reduced US support for self-ruled Taiwan, according to Wu Xinbo, director at Fudan University's Center for American Studies. NVDA Earnings - NVIDIA drops its fiscal Q4 2026 (ended Jan 2025) results tomorrow—another make-or-break moment for the AI trade. - The bar is sky-high after years of blowout beats, but whispers of "peak AI" and slowing growth momentum have investors on edge. --- Consensus Expectations : ----Revenue: ~$65.6–$66.1 billion (up ~67–68% YoY from last year's ~$39B; guided $65B ±2% in prior report) ------EPS (adjusted/non-GAAP): ~$1.50–$1.53 (up ~70–72% YoY from $0.89). --------Gross margins: Targeting ~75% non-GAAP (holding strong despite supply chain noise). -----------Key driver: Data Center segment expected to crush ~$58–$60B, fueled by Blackwell ramp and hyperscaler spend. Home Depot Earnings - The home-improvement retailer gained 2.7% after posting fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $2.72 per share on revenues of $38.20 billion. - That exceeded the per-share earnings of $2.54 on revenues of $38.12 billion expected by analysts polled by LSEG. AMD News - The semiconductor maker rose about 11% after it inked a multiyear deal with Meta to lend up to 6 gigawatts of its graphics processing units to artificial intelligence data centers. - The cost of the deal is unclear, but the companies' agreement includes a a performance-based warrant that could amount to up to 160 million of AMD shares, according to a statement dated Tuesday. - Meta has committed to deploying up to 6 gigawatts (GW) of AMD's Instinct GPUs (high-end graphics processing units optimized for AI workloads) to power its massive AI data centers. - Analysts estimate the GPU portion alone could be worth $60–$100+ billion over 5+ years Mortgage Rates - The average rate on the popular 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 5.99% on Monday, according to Mortgage News Daily, matching its lowest levels since 2022. - Last year at this time the rate was 6.89%. - A buyer putting 20% down on the median priced home, about $400,000 according to the National Association of Realtors, would have a monthly payment of $1,916 for the principal and interest. One year ago, that payment would have been $2,105, a difference of $189. Life Insurance Record - Manulife Financial Corp. sold a $300 million life insurance policy in Singapore, topping what Guinness World Records certified as the most valuable policy ever issued. - The policy surpasses the previous record of $250 million, set by HSBC Life in Hong Kong in 2024. Manulife said in a statement Tuesday that the deal reflects growing demand from ultra-wealthy clients to preserve their assets. - In Singapore over the past 12 months, Manulife has issued 25 individual policies each worth more than $50 million. Bitcoin Rout - Gemini said it was axing as much as a quarter of its staff and exiting the UK, European Union and Australia entirely. - This week, it parted with its chief operating officer, chief financial officer and chief legal officer, all in a single day. - Its stock has fallen more than 80% from a post-listing high last year, collapsing its market value from a peak of almost $4 billion to under $700 million. Over the Greenland - USA sending a "hospital ship" over - Trump's post on the ship came hours after Denmark's Joint Arctic Command said it had evacuated a crew member who required urgent medical treatment from a U.S. submarine in Greenlandic waters, seven nautical miles outside of Greenland's capital, Nuuk. - Greenland said thanks but no thanks So Long! - U.S. investors are pulling money out of their own stock market at the fastest pace in at least 16 years as Big Tech returns fade and better-performing overseas markets look more attractive. - In the last six months, U.S.-domiciled investors have pulled some $75 billion from U.S. equity products, with $52 billion flowing out since the start of 2026 alone, the most in the first eight weeks of the year since at least 2010 AI Disruption - DOD (Disruption of Disrupters) - CrowdStrike -9.8% and other cybersecurity names under heavy pressure again as AI disruption fears build following Anthropic's Claude Code release - - Cybersecurity stocks are under broad pressure today, extending recent weakness following Friday's launch of Claude Code Security by Anthropic. Claude Code Security scans codebases for vulnerabilities and suggests software patches for human review, fueling a narrative that AI platforms may be moving more quickly into parts of the security workflow than investors had previously expected. For cybersecurity, that raises concern around the forward demand outlook and competitive positioning, particularly in areas tied to application security, cloud security, identity workflows, and security operations automation, where AI-native tools could start to narrow perceived differentiation. - The move suggests investors are still sorting through the implications for product overlap, pricing power, and competitive positioning as AI capabilities evolve quickly. - IBM shares dropping toward lows of the session; attributed to news that Claude can automate cobol modernization COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language) is a high-level, English-like programming language created in 1959 for business, finance, and administrative data processing. It is renowned for its verbosity, readability, and reliability, processing massive amounts of transactions on mainframe systems,, notes NetCom Learning and IBM. Despite being decades old, it remains critical in banking, insurance, and government sectors. - It is estimated that 70-80% of the world's business transactions are processed by COBOL Grok's Prediction about Future of OpenAi/ChatGPT Scenario Likelihood (My Estimate) Key Factors Outcome for OpenAI/ChatGPT Thriving Leader Medium (40%) Sustained breakthroughs, partnerships (e.g., Microsoft), regulatory wins OpenAI as AI giant; ChatGPT as ecosystem hub for agents/robots Evolved Survivor High (50%) Adaptation to agents/hardware; mergers Exists but rebranded; ChatGPT integrated into daily life tools Decline/Acquisition Low (10%) Overcompetition, funding collapse Absorbed or legacy; ChatGPT commoditized or obsolete Quick check on Europe Shares - European company earnings growth is picking up this reporting season against a tentatively improving economic backdrop, but wary investors are demanding more than solid results to justify sky-high valuations. - Companies representing 57% of Europe's market capitalization have reported so far, achieving average earnings growth of 3.9% in the fourth quarter, ahead of estimates for a final result of a contraction of 1.1% --- That is a big differential.... +3.9 vs -1.1 Iran Talks - News over the weekend that Iran will look to discuss a variety of items and potentially get a deal.... energy, mining and aircraft - Best guess: Iran will string us along like Russia is doing and we will say we have some kind of bogus deal. --- There is some talk of US "going in" as we are building military presence. Supposedly there are some saying it could be a multi-week incursion. - What is the plan - Regime change? What is this? - A divided Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that Americans can't sue the U.S. Postal Service, even when employees deliberately refuse to deliver mail. - By a 5-4 vote, the justices ruled against a Texas landlord, Lebene Konan, who alleges her mail was intentionally withheld for two years. Konan, who is Black, claims racial prejudice played a role in postal employees' actions. - Justice Clarence Thomas, writing for a majority of five conservative justices, said the federal law that generally shields the Postal Service from lawsuits over missing, lost and undelivered mail includes “the intentional nondelivery of mail.” - So can ballots just be thrown in garbage for mail-ins for one party that will throw out another party's?     Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? 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Lawrence Freedman is the dean of strategic studies. He's written books about the Falklands War, nuclear strategy, political-military relations, Kennedy's foreign policy, the revolution of military affairs, and (my personal favorite) the history of strategy.   Freedman is now part of the father-son writing duo samf.substack.com. Note: we recorded this in the summer of 2023. Thanks to the Hudson Institute for sponsoring this conversation. In this far-reaching conversation, we discuss: How the Falklands saved Thatcher's premiership, making her the Iron Lady, Why the great strategic decisions of history rarely have clear, pivotal moments, Parallels between Putin, Xi, and the Argentine junta — what the Falklands campaign tells us about Ukraine, Taiwan, and the future of war, How nuclear war went from being a “winnable” geopolitical contest to the apocalyptic dog that didn't bark, What Cold War arms control treaties can and can't tell us about AI, The best strategists not covered by last week's interview with Hal Brands, Lawrence Freedman's recipe for wide reading and prolific writing. Outro music: Oh! It's a Lovely War (1918) · Courtland & Jeffries (Youtube Link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NB : la VF est disponible si vous ne comprenez pas anglais. Part 1/2 : Technology, Collective Intelligence and Political Resilience with Audrey Tang, Former Taiwanese MinisterAudrey Tang is Taiwan's former Minister of Digital Affairs and now serves as its cyber ambassador. A self-taught hacker and Taoist thinker, she found herself at the heart of a unique democratic experiment in a country under constant geopolitical pressure.Why do our democracies seem so fragile today, when we have never had so much information and so many communication tools at our disposal?Mistrust, polarization, a sense of collective powerlessness.Beyond parties and leaders, it is perhaps our way of producing meaning and making decisions together that is faltering, in an ecosystem dominated by private platforms and now by artificial intelligence.In Taiwan, another path has been explored: viewing democracy as a living system, capable of learning, listening, and evolving, even under pressure from disinformation and cyberattacks.In this episode, we talk about technology, emotions, collective intelligence, and trust.And what democracy could become if we fundamentally rethink the way we connect with each other.00:00 intro01:43 Mass Extinction Awareness02:19 Audrey Tang's Journey6:42 Legacy and Power Sharing13:59 Examining Democratic Struggles20:00 Purpose of Democracy22:24 The Role of Representation27:03 Collective Intelligence in Action29:38 The Sunflower Movement36:03 Digital Tools for Democracy40:05 Bridging Polarization46:18 Trust and Governance49:14 The Living Democracy53:13 Scaling New Protocols57:29 Redemption in Social MediaRecorded on Nov 7th 2025Retrouvez tous les épisodes et les résumés sur www.sismique.frSismique est un podcast indépendant créé et animé par Julien Devaureix.

NB : la VF est disponible si vous ne comprenez pas anglais. Part 2/2 : Technology, Collective Intelligence and Political Resilience with Audrey Tang, Former Taiwanese MinisterAudrey Tang is Taiwan's former Minister of Digital Affairs and now serves as its cyber ambassador. A self-taught hacker and Taoist thinker, she found herself at the heart of a unique democratic experiment in a country under constant geopolitical pressure.Why do our democracies seem so fragile today, when we have never had so much information and so many communication tools at our disposal?Mistrust, polarization, a sense of collective powerlessness.Beyond parties and leaders, it is perhaps our way of producing meaning and making decisions together that is faltering, in an ecosystem dominated by private platforms and now by artificial intelligence.In Taiwan, another path has been explored: viewing democracy as a living system, capable of learning, listening, and evolving, even under pressure from disinformation and cyberattacks.In this episode, we talk about technology, emotions, collective intelligence, and trust.And what democracy could become if we fundamentally rethink the way we connect with each other.00:00 intro01:43 Mass Extinction Awareness02:19 Audrey Tang's Journey6:42 Legacy and Power Sharing13:59 Examining Democratic Struggles20:00 Purpose of Democracy22:24 The Role of Representation27:03 Collective Intelligence in Action29:38 The Sunflower Movement36:03 Digital Tools for Democracy40:05 Bridging Polarization46:18 Trust and Governance49:14 The Living Democracy53:13 Scaling New Protocols57:29 Redemption in Social MediaRecorded on Nov 7th 2025Retrouvez tous les épisodes et les résumés sur www.sismique.frSismique est un podcast indépendant créé et animé par Julien Devaureix.

Injecting oneself with the Miraculous Word of Life also, as we reflect on some missionary stories among the Asian battlefronts. History will prove to serve the Word and the Holy Spirit, so its good to reflect on these topoics as well.FAITHBUCKS.COM

Mike chats with Jeffrey Parkin of Rogue and Rory Carroll of Alloy about the impending chip shortage caused by the construction boom in AI Data centers. How did this happen, why is there no easy way out, and how should you – as a consumer – be thinking about this these things?–Become a Never Post member at https://www.neverpo.st/ for access to an ad-free feed, and member-only episodes.– Call us at 651 615 5007 to leave a voicemail Drop us a voice memo via airtable Or email us at theneverpost at gmail dot com –News Links New Mexico's Internet Affordability Program https://acpdashboard.com/ Affordable Connectivity Program TikTok's usership steadies post-sale TechCrunch on TikTok's usership steadying Temu's global rise runs into a regulatory wall The political effects of X's feed algorithm Pope says beware of the internet Exclusive: Goldman Sachs launches AI-free index Substack, Polymarket announce partnership Looming Taiwan chip disaster U.S. aim to curb China's chipmaking access Will Intel deliver leading-edge chips? Taiwan won't move chip production to U.S. Why Taiwan Fears ‘America First' Risks Eroding Its ‘Silicon Shield' –Chip Chat Rogue.site Alloymag.com –Never Post's producers are Audrey Evans, Georgia Hampton and The Mysterious Dr. Firstname Lastname. Our senior producer is Hans Buetow. Our executive producer is Jason Oberholtzer. The show's host is Mike Rugnetta.Never Post is a production of Charts & Leisure and is distributed by Radiotopia

In Episode 53, Lisa interviews pianist, cross media artist, and music educator, Dr. Fang Ting Huang. Fang Ting creates immersive new-media installations and interactive musical experiences that integrate technology, arts, and music. Fang Ting reflects on her musical childhood in Taiwan, her studies in Europe, and her career as a cross media artist and musical collaborator. Responding to Fang-Ting's interview is Dr. Melody Liao, a professor of early childhood education, practitioner of Dalcroze Eurythmics, and advocate for early childhood music education. Melody shares insight from her exploratory music-making as a child in rural Taiwan and her current research on the use of loose parts in early childhood music spaces.Episode 53 Shownotes:Fang Ting Huang's YouTube channel Fang Ting's new video performance, Coco's Piano Diary Ep. 1Fang Ting Huang's new media performance of "On My Way”Fang Ting Huang's performance of Debussy's “L'isle Joyeuse” on location by the seaBehind-the-scenes video of filming “L'isle Joyeuse” on locationMelody Liao's webpage with more information on her researchPenn State Research-to-Practice Tip Page on Loose Parts & Early Childhood PlayResearch videos from Melody's research on loose parts: (1) Loose parts in in-between spaces, (2) loose parts musical play on a playground fenceMelody Liao's research on loose parts in early childhood education, “The Possibilities of the In-Between Space: A Case Study on Creating a Music Environment in a Preschool Setting”

On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla lays out what we should expect from President Trump when he delivers the first State of the Union address of his second term back in the White House. Arizona Republican Congressman Andy Biggs mocks his Democratic colleagues who are skipping the speech as a form of protest. PLUS, Campus Reform Reporter Emily Sturge sheds light on how life in the U.S. has improved significantly during Trump's first year back in office. [00:00:00] SOTU preview [00:39:30] Dems continue to slam ICE [00:57:50] Rep. Andy Biggs [01:16:10] AOC tries to explain her Taiwan answer [01:34:40] Emily Sturge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show we are talking about the biggest obstacle to manufacturing in the US. When I was deeply involved in the tech industry as a microprocessor design engineer, there was a culture. It's a culture that has turned out to be unhealthy and is one of the core reasons why we don't have manufacturing in North America. There will continue to be announcements of new data centres, of manufacturing, and perhaps other major investments. The success of those initiatives is not about tariffs, or the real estate, or the tax incentives offered by the local government. It's going to be about growing the talent pool of skills to gain critical mass in those geographic locations. Only then you will see the transformation of industrial activity in the country. That kind of brain trust is not developed in a week or a month. Where we have dozens of people with that deep expertise in a major city, you will find tens of thousands in Taiwan and China. ------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1)   iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613)   Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com)   LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce)   YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso)   Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com)  **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com)   Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital)   Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)  

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about "Shark Tank's" Kevin O'Leary going viral for his brutal attack on Gavin Newsom's record of running California into the ground; CNN's Dana Bash grilling Gavin Newsom on California's affordability crisis and why his state has the highest cost of living in the country; "The Issue Is" host Elex Michaelson giving evidence to Bernie Sanders why California's billionaire wealth tax has already backfired causing billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Page and Sergey Brin to leave California permanently; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez embarrassing herself on a global stage at the Munich Security Conference with her stuttering response to a question about how far America should go to defend Taiwan; Joe Rogan and Michael Malice ripping into Zohran Mamdani for his insane NYC budget proposal, which dwarfs the entire state of Florida; the "Real Time with Bill Maher" crowd being stunned by Bill Maher's warning for any young person getting their lessons about Western civilization from pop stars like Billie Eilish and Chappell Roan; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: BUBS Naturals - BUBS helps restore collagen levels closer to what your body had in its youth—so your joints feel stronger, your hair and nails grow healthier, and your skin looks smoother. Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code RUBIN at Bubsnaturals.com Venice.Ai - Use Ai that doesn't spy on you or censor the AI. Ai is valuable and you shouldn't need to give up your privacy to use it. Go to https://venice.ai/dave and use code DAVE to get 20% off a pro plan and enjoy private, uncensored AI.

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Today Ron Simmons unpacks the latest Epstein file fallout, listing major resignations, such as Thomas Pritzker, Larry Summers, and Morgan McSweeney, as well as the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. He uses these men to warn about how “bad company ruins good morals” for both public figures and families. He then analyzes Marco Rubio's Munich Security Conference speech on Western civilization, sovereignty, and strong allies, contrasting it with AOC's bumbling on Taiwan and Marxist definition of culture. Ron then offers practical financial advice for young families and answers listener questions on raising godly kids, government assistance, marriage prep, and why Christianity is true. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Timecodes: (00:00) Intro(03:30) The Epstein Files(14:20) Munich Security Conference(19:40) Marco Rubio's Speech(27:00) AOC's Response(31:30) Financial Advice for Young Families(42:50) Answering Viewer Questions — Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers | Go to ⁠⁠GoodRanchers.com⁠⁠ and subscribe to any box of 100% American meat, and you'll save up to $500 a year! Plus, if you use code ALLIE, you'll get an additional $25 off your first order. — Related Episodes: Ep 1300 | Was the Government Shutdown a Win or Loss for Trump? | Ron Simmons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000748662175 Ep 1293 | Ron Simmons | Can Trump Use the Insurrection Act Against Minnesota Mayhem? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000746486355 Ep 1286 | Maduro Detained, Minnesota ICE Altercation, Can Trump Save Single-Family Homes? | Ron Simmons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000744608458 — Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.alliebethstuckey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices