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Thanksgiving Fallout: Packers Exploit Lions' Soft Spots The Detroit Lions just got punched in the mouth on Thanksgiving. Green Bay walked into Ford Field and exposed familiar weak points. It was not a surprise. This matchup has been a bad fit for Detroit in recent seasons, from Week 1 to a prior holiday meeting. The result felt inevitable once the first few series played out. The Lions could not protect Jared Goff. They could not pressure Jordan Love. That two-lane problem defined the day in the NFL spotlight. The Detroit Lions Podcast laid it bare. You could tell what kind of Goff game it would be almost immediately. Early heat rattled timing. Pocket noise forced hurried feet and tight-window throws. Meanwhile, Love operated in rhythm. Detroit's front never got him off his spot. That is a losing formula, no matter the venue. Protection, Pressure, and a Quarterback on Alert This loss was not about one player. It was the offensive line and the defensive line failing together. Pass protection broke down at critical moments. The run game could not steady the offense. Goff needs trust in his interior. He did not have it. On the other side, the pass rush never arrived. Edge wins were rare. Interior push was flatter still. With no heat, Love surveyed calmly and found answers against zones and match rules that never stressed him. The Packers' front presents unique challenges to this roster construction. That showed up again. When Detroit cannot dictate with its lines, the margin shrinks. Mistakes become touchdowns and field goals instead of punts. The Lions paid for it. Discipline, Details, and the Wicks Touchdown There will be noise about officiating. A missed timeout on a false start created a four-point swing. The Lions lost by seven. That stings, but it is not the story. Detroit's issues were self-authored. Coverage busts and situational lapses fed Green Bay's momentum. The Wicks touchdown tells the tale. Brian Branch throttled down at the goal line. He looked at the quarterback instead of finishing the route. That is a cardinal sin for a defensive back. Eyes can find the ball, but the feet must stay alive. He admitted as much, and the tape confirms it. One pause, six points. Add in missed pressures, soft landmarks, and leverage errors, and you have a defense that never dictated. Love picked it apart because he was allowed to. No disguised pressure. No hurry. No hits. Where the Lions Must Tighten Up Detroit needs its identity back at the line of scrimmage. Protect Goff. Collapse the pocket on defense. Clean up the small stuff in coverage. The Lions have enough talent to fix this, but it won't be solved by arguing flags. It comes from pad level, communication, and fundamentals. Start there. The next opponent will test those same stress points until the Lions prove otherwise. Thanksgiving turned combative in living rooms across Michigan for a reason. The film matches the frustration. The path out is simple to say and hard to do. Win up front. Finish routes on defense. Give your quarterback clean answers. That is Detroit Lions football when it works. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nfhkTuvRtk #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #thanksgiving #fordfield #greenbay #jaredgoff #jordanlove #offensiveline #defensiveline #passprotection #passrush #interiorpush Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Wolverines' win streak against Ohio State came to an end on Saturday. Jon, Brian, Doug and Jack react to the loss to the Buckeyes. Our postgame interviews begin around the 20-minute mark when Jon visits with Head Coach Sherrone Moore. Then, Jason talks with five Wolverines - Giovanni El-Hadi, Donaven McCulley, Zack Marshall, Bryson Kuzdzal, and TJ Metcalf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S1E5: Trusting the Trenches: Breaking Barriers and Building Better Networks Steven Hajny is joined by Martha Shue, Senior Enterprise Architect at Trinity Health, and Bob Les, Director of Product Engineering at Trinity Health, to discuss their healthcare organization's ongoing journey of infrastructure and network modernization. The conversation explores how Trinity Health has navigated the challenges of supporting a dispersed workforce, securing endpoints, and improving collaboration among teams—all while tackling trust issues, both personal and professional. From overcoming gender stereotypes in technical roles to adopting modern tools for better visibility, this episode captures the critical decisions and lessons that helped drive transformation in an ever-evolving healthcare IT landscape. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen
Former Minnesota Viking Alex Boone (from The OLine Committee YouTube channel) sits down with Phil Mackey to spread some Thanksgiving joy! The Vikings, despite their issues at quarterback and in the passing game, continue to be a really good running team. The boys break down several gash runs against the Green Bay Packers and explain why Kevin O'Connell needs to lean even more into the run.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Jon and Brian are fired up for Saturday and the 121st installment of The Game. On this week's "Seven from 77," they discuss the unique preparation for this rivalry and break down some of the Buckeyes' key players before setting the table for a huge final weekend of the regular season in college football. In the final 10 minutes of the podcast, junior running back Bryson Kuzdzal stops by to reflect on his 100-yard day at Maryland, his journey to this point, and the importance of Michigan-Ohio State.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Cincinnati Bengals are sitting at 3-7 and the season is slipping away. In this episode of In The Trenches, Dave Lapham sits down with Bruce Kozerski to ask the hard questions. With the playoffs a long shot and Joe Burrow taking hits, is it time to think about 2026, or does the franchise quarterback need to keep playing? Burrow's Status: Bruce gives his take on whether a healthy Burrow should continue to play behind a struggling line. Defensive Woes: Lap & Bruce breaks down the lack of physicality and the "shoulder tackling" epidemic plaguing the Bengals' defense. O-Line Analysis: What is happening with the line during stunts and blitzes? The Final Stretch: How the team finds motivation with a brutal remaining schedule (Ravens, Bills, Dolphins). We want to thank Bruce for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey! Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2025 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win.
Many expats assume their Pension Commencement Lump Sum (PCLS) will remain tax-free when they relocate, but the US UK tax treaty leaves too much ambiguity to be certain. Therefore, what should you do with your PCLS when moving to the US as a British expat? Working with a dedicated cross-border tax advisor can help you avoid costly IRS repercussions. Host Richard Taylor – dual UK/US citizen and Chartered Financial Planner – is joined by James Boyle – Lead Financial Planner at Plan First Wealth – to break down the UK's 25% retirement lump sum, or PCLS. Many expats want to bring that lump sum with them when they move to the United States because it's tax-free in the UK. However, the only way to obtain a definitive interpretation of the US UK tax treaty is through court proceedings. Until then, the guidance of qualified cross-border tax professionals is essential when reviewing the treaty's provisions on retirement funds. In this episode of We're The Brits In America, Richard and James explore: · The 25% tax-free lump sum from UK pensions and its potential tax implications in the US. · The ambiguity of tax treaties between the US and UK and how this affects pension income. · The importance of engaging with qualified cross-border tax professionals. More about We're The Brits In America: With the right financial advice, landmines that threaten expat wealth can be avoided. Often encountered by US-connected expats, these financial landmines are more numerous, more hazardous, and less understood than almost anywhere else in the world. As a result, non-cross border professionals, wealth advisors, and even international advisors are often unaware of them. But don't worry, We're The Brits In America has you covered. We're The Brits In America is dedicated to helping ambitious US-connected expats and immigrants navigate those challenges — and thrive. Whether you've moved to the US for opportunity, or are an American seeking adventure and growth abroad, our job is to equip you with the tools and insights you need to succeed. Visit planfirstwealth.com to learn more about our services and connect with Richard Taylor on LinkedIn. -- We're The Brits In America is affiliated with Plan First Wealth LLC, an SEC registered investment advisor. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Plan First Wealth. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Plan First Wealth does not provide any tax and/or legal advice and strongly recommends that listeners seek their own advice in these areas.
Last time we spoke about the Changkufeng Incident. In a frost-bitten dawn along the Chaun and Tumen rivers, a border notched with memory becomes the stage for a quiet duel of will. On one side, Japanese officers led by Inada Masazum study maps, mud, and the hill known as Changkufeng, weighing ground it offers and the risk of war. They glimpse a prize, high ground that could shield lines to Korea—yet they sense peril in every ridge, every scent of winter wind. Across the line, Soviet forces tighten their grip on the crest, their eyes fixed on the same hill, their tents and vehicles creeping closer to the border. The air hums with cautious diplomacy: Moscow's orders pulse through Seoul and Harbin, urging restraint, probing, deterring, but never inviting full-scale conflict. Yet every patrol, every reconnaissance, seems to tilt the balance toward escalation. #177 The point of no return for the USSR and Japan Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, 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 the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia 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 where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Days passed and the local emissaries had not been released by the Russians. Domei reported from Seoul that the authorities were growing worried; the "brazen" actions of Soviet front-line forces infuriated the Manchurians and Japanese. From Seoul, too, came ominous news that villagers were preparing to evacuate because they feared fighting would soon begin in the Changkufeng area. While diplomatic activity continued in Moscow without effect, the Tokyo press continued to report intense military activity throughout the Soviet Far East—the greatest massing of troops in months, with planes, armored cars, and motorized equipment choking the Trans-Siberian railway. The press was dominated by commentary about the danger of war. One enterprising Tokyo publisher ran advertisements under the heading: "The Manchukuo-Soviet Border Situation Is Urgent—Ours Is the Only Detailed Map of the Soviet Far East: Newspaper-size, in seven clear colors, offset printed, only 50 sen." Although the Manchukuoan foreign office issued a statement on 20 July about the dire consequences the Soviets were inviting, it is probable that the next Russian actions, of a conciliatory nature, were reached independently. Either Moscow had taken almost a week to make the decision, or the diplomatic conversations there had had an effect. Local Japanese authorities reported inactivity on the Changkufeng front from the morning of 23 July. On the next day, word was received that the USSR proposed to return the two emissaries as "trespassers." At midday on 26 July, the Russians released the blindfolded agents at a border site along the Novokievsk road. After completing the formalities, the Japanese asked the Russians for a reply concerning local settlement of the incident. According to Japanese sources, the "flustered" Colonel Grebennik answered: "My assignment today was merely to turn over the envoys. As for any request about the Changkufeng Incident, our guard commander must have asked for instructions from the central government. I think this is the type of matter which must be answered by the authorities at Moscow through diplomatic channels." Grebennik's postwar recollection does not differ appreciably from the Japanese version. Soviet sources mention a second effort by the Japanese military to deliver a message under more forceful circumstances. On 23 July a Soviet border unit drove off a four-man party. Russian cavalry, sent to investigate, discovered that the Japanese had pulled down a telegraph pole, severed lines 100–150 meters inside Soviet territory, absconded with wire, and left behind a white flag and a letter. Undated, unsigned, and written in Korean, the message struck Grebennik as being substantively the same as the communication delivered formally by the emissaries on 18 July. Japanese materials make no reference to a second, informal effort by local forces, but there is little reason to doubt that such an attempt, perhaps unauthorized, was made. Although Japanese efforts at low-level negotiations came to naught, two observations emerged from the local authorities and the press. First, on-the-spot negotiations had broken down; it had been difficult even to reclaim the emissaries, and the Russians in the Posyet region were using various pretexts to refer matters to diplomatic echelons. Second, the Russians had released the men. Some interpreted this as the first evidence of Soviet sincerity; possibly, the USSR would even return Matsushima's body as a step toward settlement. Other Japanese observers on the scene warned the public that it was imperative to stay on guard: "All depends on how diplomacy proceeds and how the front-line troops behave." Yet the excitement in the Japanese press began to abate. It is difficult to ascertain the nature of the decision-making process on the Russian side after the Japanese attempted local negotiations. The Soviets contend that nothing special had been undertaken before the Japanese provoked matters at the end of July. Grebennik, however, admits that after receiving the two Japanese communications, "we started to prepare against an attack on us in the Lake Khasan area." He and a group of officers went to Changkufeng Hill and sent as many border guards there as possible. Although he personally observed Japanese troops and instructed his officers to do the same, he denied categorically that the Russians constructed trenches and fortifications. Only the observation of Manchurian territory was intensified while instructions were awaited from higher headquarters. For its part, the Korea Army was carrying out Imperial general headquarters first instructions while pursuing a wait-and-see policy. On 16 July, Korea Army Headquarters wired an important operations order to Suetaka. With a view toward a possible attack against intruders in the Khasan area, the army planned to make preparations. The division commander was to alert stipulated units for emergency dispatch and send key personnel to the Kyonghun sector to undertake preparations for an attack. Lt. Col. Senda Sadasue, BGU commander of the 76th Infantry Regiment, was to reconnoiter, reinforce nearby districts, and be ready for emergencies. Particular care was enjoined not to irritate the Soviet side. Maj. Gen. Yokoyama Shinpei, the Hunchun garrison commander, was to maintain close contact with the BGU and take every precaution in guarding the frontiers. Like Senda, Yokoyama was warned against irritating the Russians. Korea Army Headquarters also dispatched staff to the front and had them begin preparations, envisaging an offensive. Upon receipt of the army order, Suetaka issued implementing instructions from his Nanam headquarters at 4:30 A.M. on the 17th. The following units were to prepare for immediate alert: the 38th Infantry Brigade Headquarters, 75th Infantry Regiment, 27th Cavalry Regiment, 5th Antiaircraft Regiment, and 19th Engineer Regiment. The same instructions applied to the next units, except that elements organic to the division were designated: the 76th Infantry Regiment, 25th Mountain Artillery Regiment, and 15th Heavy Field Artillery Regiment. Another order enjoined utmost care not to irritate the Russians; Japanese actions were to be masked. Next came a directive to the forces of Senda and K. Sato. The former comprised mainly the 76th Infantry BGU and a cavalry platoon. The latter was built around the 75th Infantry Regiment, the Kucheng garrison unit, another cavalry platoon, two mountain artillery and one heavy field artillery battalion, and the 19th Engineers. Suetaka's idea about a solution to the border troubles had become concrete and aggressive. From the night of July 17, concentration would be accomplished gradually. The exact timing of the attack would be determined by subsequent orders; in Senda's area, there was no such restriction regarding "counteraction brought on by enemy attack." Division signal and intendant officers would conduct reconnaissance related to communications, billeting, food, and supplies. Sato and his subordinates were to reconnoiter personally. Having ordered the division to begin concentration and to stand by, Korea Army Headquarters was prepared the next morning, July 17, to direct the movement. Nevertheless, there was concern in Seoul that Suetaka's advance elements might cross the Tumen River into Manchurian territory, which could result in a clash with Soviet troops. Such an outcome might run counter to the principle established by Imperial general headquarters. Consequently, it was decided that "movement east of the river would therefore have to be forbidden in the Korea Army's implementing order." Nakamura transmitted his operational instructions to Suetaka at 6:00 on July 17: "No great change in latest situation around Lake Khasan. Soviet forces are still occupying Changkufeng area. Diplomaticlevel negotiations on part of central authorities and Manchukuoan government do not appear to have progressed. Considering various circumstances and with view to preparations, this army will concentrate elements of 19th Division between Shikai, Kyonghun, Agochi." Restrictions stipulated that the division commander would transport the units by rail and motor vehicle and concentrate them in the waiting zone in secret. Movement was to begin on the night of July 17 and to be completed the next day. Further orders, however, must govern unit advance east of the Tumen as well as use of force. The remainder of the division was to stay ready to move out. Troops were to carry rations for about two weeks. Late that day, Suetaka received an order by phone for his subordinates in line with Seoul's instructions. Senda would handle the concentration of elements assembling at Kyonghun, and Sato would do the same for the main units arriving at Agochi. A communications net was to be set up quickly. Caution was to be exercised not to undertake provocative actions against the opposite bank of the Tumen, even for reconnaissance. The division would dispatch two trains from Hoeryong and four from Nanam. At 11:58 pm on 18 July, the first train left Hoeryong for Agochi. Concentration of units was completed by dawn. By that time, the Japanese had dispatched to the border 3,236 men and 743 horses. Past midnight on 20 July, Division Chief of Staff Nakamura wired headquarters that the division was ready to take any action required, having completed the alert process by 11 pm. Japanese scouting of the Changkufeng sector began in earnest after mid-July. Although the affair had seemed amenable to settlement, Sato took steps for an emergency from around the 14th. His thoughts centered on readiness for an attack against Changkufeng, which simultaneously required reconnaissance for the assault and preparation to pull the regiment back quickly to Hoeryong if a withdrawal was ordered. After arriving at Haigan on 18 July, Sato set out with several engineers. At Kucheng, the officers donned white Korean clothing, presumably the disguise directed by the division—and boarded native oxcarts for a leisurely journey southward along the Korean bank of the Tumen across from Changkufeng. The seemingly innocent "farmers" studied the river for crossing sites and Changkufeng Hill for the extent of enemy activity. On the hill's western slope, in Manchurian territory, three rows of Russian entanglements could be observed 300 feet below the crest. Only a handful of soldiers were visible, probably a platoon, certainly not more than a company. Infantry Captain Yamada Teizo conducted secret reconnaissance of the entire Changkufeng-Hill 52 sector for 314 hours in the afternoon of 18 July. Even after intense scanning through powerful binoculars, he could detect no more than 19 lookouts and six horsemen; camouflage work had been completed that day, and there were ten separate covered trench or base points. Barbed wire, under camouflage, extended about four meters in depth, yet even Yamada's trained eye could not determine whether there was one line of stakes or two. He jotted down what he could see and compared his information with that learned from local police. Artillery Colonel R. Tanaka shared the view that the Soviets had intruded. When he went reconnoitering along the Korean bank, he observed Russian soldiers entrenched around the hilltop, easily visible through binoculars at a range of two kilometers. Trenches had been dug 20 to 30 meters below the crest on the western slope. Eventually, there were three rows of barbed wire, the first just below the trenches and the lowest 100 meters under the summit. Tanaka estimated Soviet strength at two companies (about 200 men). Suetaka's intelligence officer, Sasai, recalls seeing barbed wire after Japanese units deployed to the front on 18–19 July; he had surmised then that the entanglements were being prepared out of fear of a Japanese assault. To obtain first-hand information, the Gaimusho ordered a section chief, Miura Kazu'ichi, to the spot. Between 23 July and the cease-fire in August, Miura collected data at Kyonghun and transmitted reports from the consulate at Hunchun. On 28 July he visited Sozan on the Korean bank. He observed Soviet soldiers on the western slopes of Changkufeng, digging trenches and driving stakes. These actions were clearly on Manchukuoan territory even according to Soviet maps. Miura insisted that he saw no friendly troops on territory claimed by the Russians and observed no provocative actions by the Japanese. These statements are supported by a map drawn for him in early August by Division Staff Officer Saito Toshio, a sketch Miura retained as late as 1947. Miura's testimony is tempered by his assertion that he saw a red flag flying near the top of Changkufeng Hill. This contention conflicts with all evidence, as Russian lawyers at the International Military Tribunal for the Far East argued, it is improbable that a Soviet frontier post, highly interested in camouflage, would have hoisted a pennon so large that it could be seen from Sozan. Russian sources are unanimous in stating that no flag was put up until 6 August and that no trenches or entanglements were established by Soviet border guards in July, at least prior to the 29th. The two Army General staff consultants, Arisue and Kotani, arrived in Seoul on 16 July, the day Korea Army Headquarters was ordering an alert for the 19th Division "with a view toward a possible attack against enemy intruders." Inada dispatched them mainly to inspect the frontline situation; but he had not fully decided on reconnaissance in force. At Shikai, Arisue and Kotani donned Korean garb and traveled by oxcart on the Korean side of the Tumen, reconnoitering opposite the Shachaofeng sector. Kotani was convinced that hostile possession of Changkufeng posed a serious threat to the Korean railway. He agreed with the division's estimate that, if the Japanese did decide to seize Changkufeng, it ought not to be too difficult. Arisue, as senior observer, dispatched messages from Kyonghun to Tokyo detailing their analysis and recommendations. Meanwhile, in Tokyo, on 17 July the central military authorities received a cable from the Japanese envoy in Moscow, Colonel Doi Akio, reporting that prospects for a diplomatic settlement were nil. The USSR was taking a hard line because Japan was deeply involved in China, though there were domestic considerations as well. The Russians, however, showed no intention of using the border incident to provoke war. It would be best for Japan to seize Changkufeng quickly and then press forward with parleys. Meanwhile, Japan should conduct an intensive domestic and external propaganda campaign. There was mounting pressure in the high command that negotiations, conducted "unaided," would miss an opportunity. Based on reports from Arisue and Kotani, that army seemed to be contemplating an unimaginative, ponderous plan: an infantry battalion would cross the Tumen west of Changkufeng and attack frontally, while two more battalions would cross south of Kyonghun to drive along the river and assault Changkufeng from the north. Inada sent a telegram on 17 July to Arisue for "reference." Prospects had diminished that Soviet troops would withdraw as a result of negotiation. As for the attack ideas Arisue mentioned, Inada believed it necessary to prepare to retake Changkufeng with a night attack using small forces. To avoid widening the crisis, the best plan was a limited, surprise attack using ground units. The notion of a surprise attack drew on the Kwantung Army's extensive combat experience in Manchuria since 1931. The next morning, after the forward concentration of troops was completed, Suetaka went to the front. From Kucheng, he observed the Changkufeng district and decided on concrete plans for use of force. Meanwhile, Nakamura was curbing any hawkish courses at the front. As high-command sources privately conceded later, the younger officers in Tokyo sometimes seemed to think the commander was doing too good a job; there was covert sentiment that it might be preferable if someone in the chain of command acted independently before the opportunity slipped away. This is significant in light of the usual complaints by responsible central authorities about gekokujo—insubordination—by local commands. An important report influencing the high command's view arrived from Kwantung Army Intelligence on 19 July: according to agents in Khabarovsk, the USSR would not let the Changkufeng incident develop into war; Russians also believed there would be no large-scale Soviet intrusion into their territory. By 19 July, the Tokyo operations staff was considering the best method to restore control of the lost hill by force, since Seoul appeared to maintain its laissez-faire stance. On 18 July, Arisue and Kotani were instructed by Imperial General headquarters to assist the Korea Army and the 19th Division regarding the Changkufeng Incident. What the Army general staff operations officers sought was an Imperial General headquarters order, requiring Imperial sanction, that would instruct the Korea Army to evict the Russian troops from Changkufeng the way the Kwantung Army would, using units already under Nakamura's command. The sense was that the affair could be handled locally, but if the USSR sought to escalate the incident, it might be prudent for that to occur before the Hankow operation began. The IGHQ and War Ministry coordinated the drafting of an IGHQ order on 19–20 July: "We deem it advisable to eradicate Soviet challenges . . . by promptly delivering blow on this occasion against unit which crossed border at Changkufeng. That unit is in disadvantageous spot strategically and tactically; thus, probability is scant that dispute would enlarge, and we are investigating countermeasures in any case. Careless expansion of situation is definitely not desired. We would like you people also to conduct studies concerning mode of assault employing smallest strength possible for surprise attack against limited objective. Kindly learn general atmosphere here [Tokyo] from [Operations] Major Arao Okikatsu." The 20th of July proved to be a hectic day in Korea, and even more so in Tokyo. The division had informed the Korea Army that it was finally "ready to go," a message received in Seoul in the early hours. Then Arisue received a wire from Inada presenting limited-attack plans and noting that Arao was on the way. By that day, Japanese intelligence judged there were 400 Soviet troops and two or three mountain guns south of Paksikori. Russian positions at Changkufeng had been reinforced, but no aggressive intentions could be detected. Soviet ground elements, as well as materiel, appeared to be moving from Vladivostok and Slavyanka toward Posyet. Suetaka headed back to the front. Sato told him that it was absolutely necessary to occupy Chiangchunfeng Hill across the Tumen in Manchurian territory. Upon reaching the Wuchiatzu sector and inspecting the situation, Suetaka agreed to send a small unit to Chiangchunfeng on his own authority. Colonel Sato Kotoku had ordered one company to move across the Tumen toward Chiangchunfeng on 21 July, a maneuver that did not escape the Russians' notice. On 24 July, the same day another Japanese unit occupied Shangchiaoshan Hill, Marshal Blyukher ordered the 40th Rifle Division, stationed in the Posyet area to be placed on combat readiness, with a force of regulars assigned to back the Soviet border guards; two reinforced rifle battalions were detached as a reserve. According to Japanese records, Russian border patrols began appearing around Huichungyuan, Yangkuanping, and Shachaofeng from 26 July, but no serious incidents were reported at that stage. At about 9:30 am on 29 July, Captain Kanda, the 2nd Company commander of Lieutenant Colonel Senda's 76th Border Garrison Unit, was observing the Shachaofeng area from his Kucheng cantonments. Through his glasses, Kanda observed four or five Soviet soldiers engaged in construction on high ground on the west side of Shachaofeng. Kanda notified Senda, who was at BGU Headquarters inspecting the forward areas. Senda transmitted the information to Suetaka. Deciding to cross the Tumen for a closer look, Senda set off with Kanda. A little after 11 am, they reached Chiangchunfeng Hill, where the men from Captain Noguchi's company were already located. Senda verified, to his own satisfaction, that as many as 10 enemy infantrymen had "violated the border" to a depth of 350 meters, "even by the Soviets' contention", and were starting construction 1,000 meters south of Shachaofeng. Senda decided to oust the Russian force "promptly and resolutely," in light of the basic mission assigned his unit. He telephoned Suetaka, who was in Kyonghun, and supplied the intelligence and the recommendation. Subordinates recalled Suetaka's initial reaction when the BGU reported a Soviet intrusion about a mile and a half north of Changkufeng. "The arrogant Russians were making fools of the Japanese, or were trying to. At stake was not a trifling hill and a few invaders, but the honor of the Imperial Army. In the face of this insult, the general became furious. He insisted upon smashing the enemy right away." Kanda phoned 2nd Lieutenant Sakuma, who was still at Kucheng, and told him to bring his 25-man platoon across the river by 2 pm Sakuma crossed by boat and arrived at 1:30. Kanda set out from Chiangchunfeng at 2:20, took over Sakuma's unit, bore east, and approached within 700 meters of the enemy. He ordered the men not to fire unless fired upon, and to withdraw quickly after routing the Russians. It is said that the Japanese troops were fired upon as they advanced in deployed formation but did not respond at first. In a valley, casualties were incurred and the Japanese finally returned fire. Sakuma's 1st Squad leader took a light machine gun and pinned down the Russians facing him. Sakuma himself pressed forward with his other two squads, taking advantage of the slope to envelop the enemy from the right. At the same time, he sent a patrol to the high ground on the left to cover the platoon's flank. Thanks to the 1st Squad's frontal assault, the Russians had no chance to worry about their wings, and Sakuma moved forward to a point only 30 meters from the foe's rear. Kanda was now 50 meters from the Russians. When the enemy light machine gun let up, he ordered a charge and, in the lead, personally cut down one of the foe. Sakuma also rushed the Soviets, but when about to bring down his saber he was stabbed in the face while another Russian struck him in the shoulder. Grappling with this assailant, Sakuma felled him. Other Japanese attackers sabered two more Russians and shot the rest. By 3:10 pm the eight enemy "trespassers" had been annihilated. The covering patrol reported that five Soviet horsemen, with a light machine gun, were galloping up from Khasan. Sakuma had his platoon fire grenade dischargers, which smashed the enemy. Seventy more Russian soldiers now came, attacking from northwest of the lake and supported by fire from the east side. Using light machine guns and grenade dischargers, Sakuma checked them. Meanwhile, Miyashita's platoon, part of Noguchi's company, had departed from Chiangchunfeng at 2:20 pm and swung right until it reached the crestline between Changkufeng and Kanda's company. One squad faced 200 Russians on Changkufeng; the other faced the enemy south of Shachaofeng. Soviet forces opened intense machine-gun fire from Changkufeng and from the high ground east of the lake. After 20 minutes, Kanda's unit charged, two or three Russians fled, and Miyashita's platoon shot one down. Senda, who had gone with Miyashita, directed the platoon's movements and proceeded north, under fire, to Kanda's unit. Once the Russians had been cleared out, Senda forbade pursuit across the boundary and gradually withdrew his forces to the heights line 800 meters southwest. It was 4:30 then. By 5 pm Soviet reinforcements, apparently brought up from the Changkufeng and Paksikori sectors, advanced anew. With 80 men in the front lines, the enemy pushed across the border to a depth of at least 500 meters, according to the Japanese, and began to establish positions. Several tanks and many troops could be observed in the rear. Senda had Noguchi's company hold Chiangchunfeng. Kanda's unit, reinforced by 33 men from Kucheng, was to occupy the heights southwest of Shachaofeng, while Imagawa's company of the 76th Regiment was to occupy other high ground to the west. Senda then reported the situation to Suetaka in Kyonghun and asked for reinforcements. In Seoul, Army headquarters understood the developments reported by Suetaka as a response to the hostile border violation, and about 20 men of the Kucheng BGU under Lt. Sakuma drove the enemy out between 2:30 and 3 pm. Afterward, Sakuma pulled back to high ground two kilometers south of Yangkuanping to avoid trouble and was now observing the foe. Although Seoul had heard nothing about Japanese losses, Corp. Akaishizawa Kunihiko personally observed that Kanda had been wounded in the face by a grenade and bandaged, that Sakuma had been bayoneted twice and also bandaged, and that the dead lay on the grass, covered with raincoats. According to Suetaka "the enemy who had crossed the border south of Shachaofeng suffered losses and pulled back once as a result of our attack at about 2:30 pm". By about 4:30, Suetaka continued, the Russians had built up their strength and attacked the platoon on the heights southwest of Shachaofeng. Behind the Russian counterattack, there were now several tanks. Earlier, Suetaka noted ominously that several rounds of artillery had been fired from the Changkufeng area; "therefore, we reinforced our units too, between 5 and 6 pm., and both sides are confronting each other." Details as to the fate of Sakuma's platoon are not given, but it is now admitted that casualties were incurred on both sides. The Korea Army Headquarters consequently reported to Tokyo in the evening that, according to information from the division, 20 Japanese had driven out the Russians near Shachaofeng; 25 men from Senda's unit were occupying the heights 600 meters west of Changkufeng; and another 16 men were deployed in ambush at Yangkuanping. Such an enumeration would have tended to suggest that only a few dozen Japanese were across the Tumen on the 29th. But a review of the numbers of combat troops committed and the reinforcements sent by Senda reveals that Japanese strength across the river was in the hundreds by nightfall. In Moscow, Tass reported that on 29 July detachments of Japanese-Manchukuoan intruders had attempted to seize high ground apparently located 0.5 miles north of a Russian position. The assailants had been "completely repelled from Soviet territory, as a result of measures taken by Russian frontier guards," and instructions had been sent to the embassy in Tokyo to protest strongly. Walter Duranty, the veteran American correspondent in Moscow, heard that the Japanese press had published reports, likely intended for internal consumption, that hours of furious fighting had occurred at the points in question. Since the dispatches were unsubstantiated and "failed to gain credence anywhere outside Japan," Duranty claimed this may have forced the Japanese to translate into action their boast of "applying force" unless their demands were satisfied. "Now, it appears, they have applied force, unsuccessfully." The Soviet communiqué on the Shachaofeng affair, despite its firm tone, appeared unostentatiously in the following day's Pravda and Izvestiya under the headline, "Japanese Militarists Continue Their Provocation." The Japanese Embassy in Moscow heard nothing about the Shachaofeng affray until the morning of the 30th, when a wire was received from the Gaimusho that ten Russian soldiers had occupied a position northwest of Changkufeng and had begun trench work until ejected by frontier guards. Since the Russian communiqué spoke of afternoon fighting, American correspondents concluded that Soviet troops must have counterattacked and driven off the Japanese. No additional information was available to the public in Moscow on the 30th, perhaps because it was a holiday. Nevertheless, in the afternoon, Stalin's colleague Kaganovich addressed an immense crowd in Moscow on "Railroad Day" and at the conclusion of a long, vigorous speech said: "The Soviet Union is prepared to meet all enemies, east or west." It certainly was not a fighting speech and there is no reason to suppose the Soviet will abandon its firm peace policy unless Japan deliberately forced the issue. 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. Diplomacy flickered as Moscow pressed restraint and Tokyo whispered calculated bravado. As July wore on, both sides massed troops, built trenches, and sent scouts across the river. A tense, hidden war unfolded, skirmishes, patrols, and small advances, until a fleeting moment when force collided with restraint, and the hill's future hung in the frost.
Ep 630 features Nate, a 911 professional and trainer with Cass County Central Dispatch in Michigan. Sponsored by INdigital - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web RapidSOS - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web Episode topics – The critical role of RapidSOS technology in saving lives and responding to emergencies. The emotional impact of high-stress calls, including life-saving successes and tragic outcomes. Reenactments and media attention: what it's really like to have cameras in your face after a crisis. The importance of closure, peer support, and healthy coping mechanisms in 911 dispatch work. Building strong relationships with field responders and the realities of teamwork in life-or-death situations. If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
The Wolverines got the job done at Maryland on Saturday! Jon, Brian, and Doug recap Michigan's 45-20 victory before our postgame interviews start around the 17-minute mark. Jon visits with Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and then Jason catches up with five players: Mason Curtis, Zeke Berry, Tre Williams, Marlin Klein, and Greg Crippen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sales leadership isn't just about hitting numbers—it's about creating a strategic framework that transforms your entire organization into a revenue-generating machine. When you shift from viewing sales as a transactional function to positioning it as the strategic heartbeat of your company, everything changes. In this conversation with John Allen, CRO of GNA Partners, we explore how to build a consultative selling culture that puts customer outcomes first. John shares his journey from operations to sales leadership, revealing how his operational background became his secret weapon in creating systematic approaches to revenue generation. The Power of Operational Thinking in Sales Coming from an operations background gave John a unique perspective on sales strategy. Instead of relying on gut feelings or "the way we've always done it," he applied systematic thinking to every aspect of the sales process. This operational mindset became the foundation for scaling GNA Partners from a lifestyle business to a national player in the HR outsourcing space. Building a Revenue Culture That Actually Works Creating visibility into key metrics was the first step in transforming GNA's sales organization. By implementing Salesforce and making pipeline data transparent across the team, John created accountability and clarity around what success looks like. But transparency alone wasn't enough; the team needed to understand how their individual contributions connected to the company's broader strategic goals. The Two-Opportunities-Per-Week Framework After analyzing five years of data from top performers, John discovered something remarkable: the highest-producing reps consistently added two legitimate opportunities to their pipeline every week. This simple metric became the North Star for the entire sales organization, cutting through the noise of countless KPIs to focus on what truly drives results. Here's what you'll learn from this episode: How to transition from transactional selling to strategic consulting that builds long-term client relationships. The systematic approach to onboarding new sales talent that accelerates time-to-productivity. Why pipeline coverage ratios matter and how to calculate the right targets for your team. The critical role of sales leadership in reinforcing methodology through hands-on coaching. How to create accountability systems that drive consistent performance across your sales organization. John's approach proves that when you combine operational discipline with consultative selling principles, you create a sustainable competitive advantage. His insights on balancing pipeline development with rep growth offer a roadmap for any sales leader looking to scale their organization effectively. Whether you're struggling with inconsistent performance, looking to implement a proven sales methodology, or seeking to create better alignment between sales and operations, this conversation provides actionable strategies you can implement immediately. Key Moments of This Episode 00:00:00 - Customer-Centric Sales Philosophy: Focus on People and Relationships Sales success requires removing noise and focusing on adding two legitimate opportunities weekly to your pipeline. People buy from people, making the customer experience and relationship-building the ultimate differentiator when all providers offer similar solutions. 00:01:14 - Meet John Allen: CRO Journey from Banking to HR Outsourcing Leadership John Allen shares his 17-year journey at GNA Partners, transitioning from JP Morgan banking to becoming CRO of a Professional Employer Organization serving 4,500+ clients nationwide with comprehensive HR outsourcing services. 00:03:52 - Family Business to Private Equity: GNA Partners' Growth Transformation GNA Partners evolved from a family-owned business founded by John Allen Sr. and Tony Gralva to a private equity-backed company with TPG Capital, positioning for significant growth in the PEO space. 00:08:25 - Elevating Sales from Revenue Engine to Strategic Leadership Function Transforming sales teams from transactional order-takers to strategic consultants requires understanding client operations and positioning solutions through the customer's lens, focusing on business efficiency and profitability rather than just hitting numbers. 00:13:27 - Shifting from Transactional to Strategic Partnership Selling Successful sales transformation requires expertise in your field, maintaining a robust pipeline to eliminate desperation, and approaching conversations as collaborative problem-solving sessions rather than traditional sales pitches focused on closing deals. 00:21:03 - Building Revenue Culture Through Visibility and Measurement Systems Creating a revenue-focused culture starts with implementing CRM systems like Salesforce for complete visibility, establishing clear quotas and forecasts, and connecting individual sales goals to broader company objectives and resource allocation. 00:28:22 - The Two Opportunities Per Week Formula for Sales Success Analysis of top performers revealed a consistent pattern: adding two legitimate opportunities weekly (96 annually) correlates directly with quota achievement, providing sales teams a clear, actionable KPI to focus on. 00:33:33 - Operationalizing Sales Onboarding: From Hiring to Pipeline Generation Effective onboarding varies by experience level, featuring 90-day programs covering industry knowledge, tools training, and providing 600-750 vetted accounts to new reps, ensuring a systematic approach to sales development and early performance assessment. 00:43:32 - Implementing Sales Methodology: Sandler Selling System Integration GNA Partners adopted the Sandler selling methodology company-wide, requiring certification for all reps and parallel training for sales leaders to ensure consistent reinforcement and application of consultative selling principles. 00:50:56 - Sales Leadership Excellence: The Four Critical Competencies Effective sales leaders must excel in at least two-three areas: recruiting talent, understanding and selling the product, mastering sales enablement tools, or being exceptional at closing deals to maintain credibility and effectiveness. About John G. Allen John G. Allen is the Chief Revenue Officer for G&A Partners. Under his leadership, G&A's sales organization has experienced consistent new business growth year-over-year. Prior to this role, John was the Executive Vice President of Sales for G&A. He spent the early part of his career working for JPMorgan as a banker for its energy corporate and private banking groups before joining G&A in 2009. John earned a Bachelor's degree in finance from Brigham Young University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Texas. He is actively involved in his church, the Boy Scouts of America, and youth sports in his community. 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Another must-win game is on the horizon for the Maize and Blue's playoff hopes. Jon gets you ready for the Wolverines' trip to Maryland with our radio network scene setter, the Keys to the Game, and his weekly Locker Room Speech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ep 629 features Anthony, a 911 professional and supervisor with Cass County Central Dispatch in Michigan. Episode topics – Anthony's path from growing up around the firehouse to working 24 years in public safety and 13 years in dispatch The unexpected challenges and misconceptions about working in 911, including memorable early calls and on-the-job lessons Raw stories that stuck with Anthony, from life-saving outcomes to heartbreaking losses How burnout, compassion, and teamwork shape dispatchers over time Rapid changes in 911 technology and how the role continues to evolve amidst new tools and expectations If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
Ashley Delp from Montana's Ashley Delp Team joins Lucas Sherraden to share her journey from PE teacher to top real estate agent on the Built How Podcast. Diving into her career evolution marked by overcoming financial pitfalls and achieving real estate success, Ashley discusses building a thriving team and the importance of maintaining client care standards. She explains her ventures into real estate investing, emphasizing continuous growth and resilience. Through candid anecdotes, Ashley illustrates why nothing works unless you do, captivating listeners with her energy and vision for elevating real estate practices. Connect with Ashley at https://www.theashleydelpteam.com/ ---------- Be sure to leave a rating and review and don't forget to go to www.builthow.com and register for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network
On today's show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys wrap up week 11 of the NFL season. AQ gives his biggest takeaway's, and his top five offensive lines of the week as we go In the Trenches, while Darius Butler goes through the best and worst defensive back play of the week in Everything DB. Also joining the progrum is new Head Coach of the Virginia Tech Hokies, James Franklin to discuss his plans at VA Tech and how excited he is for the opportunity. Next, future Hall of Famer. 3x DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, and color commentator for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt joins the progrum to recap his biggest takeaway's from week 10, and to look ahead at some of the biggest matchups from week 11. Later, RB for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Jeremiyah Love joins the show to chat about this season, last year's magical run, his legacy at ND, and his personal growth. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Minnesota Viking and host of The OLine Committee podcast Alex Boone sits down with Phil Mackey to break down film of JJ McCarthy's ALMOST game-winning drive against the Chicago Bears! This drive shows why McCarthy has something special within him -- with major props to the offensive line as well. In a game full of bad throws, McCarthy shined at the end. Can he carry it over and become more consistent?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jon reacts to the good and bad from Saturday's win at Wrigley Field and looks ahead to a critical week at Maryland in our "Seven from 77." Then, around the 32-minute mark, kicker Dominic Zvada discusses his game-winning kick last week, the challenges he has faced this season, and the mindset of the team down the stretch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send a Text to the Moms - please include your contact info if you want a response. thanks!Today on Schizophrenia: 3 Moms in the Trenches, we're joined by Dr. Steve Olson—psychiatrist, longtime advocate for clozapine, and a clinician experienced in using Electroconvulsive Therapy when it can truly help. ECT is often misunderstood, especially in the context of schizophrenia, so today we're digging into what it is, when it works, and what families should know. Dr. Olson helps us separate myth from reality and explore whether ECT has a place in treatment for our loved ones.Questions for Dr. OlsonUnderstanding ECTFor families who only know ECT from movies, how do you explain what it actually is today?What symptoms or situations in schizophrenia make you consider ECT as an option?Effectiveness & Use Cases 3. How effective can ECT be for schizophrenia, and what outcomes have you seen in practice? 4. Are there particular subtypes or symptom profiles where ECT is most helpful—or least helpful? 5. How quickly do patients typically respond, compared to medication changes?Clozapine Context 6. You've been a strong advocate for clozapine. In what scenarios would you consider ECT in addition to clozapine? 7. For someone who hasn't responded fully even to clozapine, how do you decide whether ECT could help?Safety, Stigma, and Practicalities 8. What are the most common fears or misconceptions families have about ECT, and how do you address them?Want to know more?Join our facebook page Our websites:Randye KayeMindy Greiling Miriam (Mimi) Feldman
LINKS:Annelise Bocquet on Twitter/X: https://x.com/AnneliseBocquet/Annelise Bocquet's publication "Impact of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein on the Innate Immune System: A Review": https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38549864/WATCH THE VIDEO:YouTube: https://youtu.be/GL9GknRdtn4
Sunday Night in Philadelphia, Hard Lessons The Detroit Lions went into Philadelphia on Sunday night and left with bruises and questions. The NFL stage was big. The moment was bigger. The Eagles punched through the middle and the game spiraled. The numbers were ugly. The narratives were worse. There are seven weeks left in the regular season. Pressure now rides on every snap, especially inside the division. This Detroit Lions Podcast episode drills into what matters. Simple fixes do not exist. The urge to find a single culprit is strong. The tape says otherwise. A beatdown like this exposes layers. It shows stress points and bad matchups. It forces honest talk about process, personnel, and poise. Playcalling Pivot and Game Management All week it was hashtag fire Morton. John Morton was stripped of playcalling duties. Dan Campbell took the wheel. That move was supposed to ignite the Detroit Lions offense. It did not. One change cannot patch every hole on a moving ship. Morton did not control the health of the offensive line. He did not change how quickly receivers separated. He did not block interior pressure. That all showed up in Philadelphia. Campbell's feel for the game is real. But taking over the call sheet changes the head coach's bandwidth. You saw it in the details. Timeouts in the first half went away too fast. Fourth-down aggression lost its edge and its math. Zero for five on fourth down is a backbreaker. Repeated tries into bad leverage invited short fields and lost momentum. Detroit needs a cleaner process. A trusted voice in the headset. Clear rules for when to push and when to punt. Game management cannot go on cruise control while the offense is being built on the fly. Trenches, Matchups, and the Real Problems Matchups matter. They defined this loss. Philadelphia's defensive tackles wrecked the interior. That is where the pocket collapsed. That is where the run game got squeezed. When the middle caves, play design takes a back seat. Routes do not mature. The ball comes out rushed. Detroit's struggles getting guys open showed again. That combo is toxic against a front like this. The takeaway is blunt. John Morton was a problem, not the problem. With playcalling moved, the critical issues remain. Health and cohesion up front. Separation and answers versus tight coverage. Protection rules that hold up against elite interiors. Those are November and December problems that decide seasons. What Now for the Stretch Run Seven games to go. Three division wins are non-negotiable. The Detroit Lions must recalibrate their fourth-down calculus. Protect the interior with help, tempo, and varied launch points. Build in quick answers to get receivers free. Tighten the timeout plan. The enemies list changed this week. One team came and went. The bigger opponents are habits and matchups. This is still a good team staring at hard truth. The next steps demand calm minds and tough fixes. No shortcuts. Just better football, starting up front and echoed in every decision. #Philadelphia Eagles #SundaynightinPhiladelphia #interiordefensivetackles #interiorpressure #pocketcollapse #rungamesqueezed #receiverseparation #tightcoverageanswers #playcallingchange #JohnMorton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, IIA Quality Services advisors share firsthand experience conducting external quality assessments (EQAs) in alignment with The IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards. From the importance of governance structure and CAE engagement to navigating the Standards, this episode highlights what makes a high-performing audit function and where even seasoned teams can stumble. HOST: Warren Hersh, CIA, CISA, CPA, CFE Director IIA Quality Services GUESTS: Susan Verghese, CIA, CISA Lead Quality Advisor for IIA Quality Services LLC Keith Kahl, CIA, CPA, CFE, CGMA, CRMA Kahl Professional Services LLC Lead Quality Advisor for IIA Quality Services LLC Hania Abrous-McCarthy, CIA, CPA, CRMA, CGMA, CFE Managing Director at Gladclif LLC Lead Advisor for IIA Quality Services LLC KEY POINTS: Introduction [00:00–00:00:56] Welcome to Tales from the EQA Trenches — Introducing The IIA's Quality Services team. Common Challenges When Starting an EQA [00:01:07–00:05:36] Susan Verghese discusses why understanding governance structures is critical, how CAE attitudes impact assessment outcomes, and common improvement areas like charters, manuals, and assurance mapping. Governance and Leadership Support Make or Break Audit Quality [00:05:36–00:07:55] Keith Kahl contrasts two real-world audit functions—one struggling under limited support and another thriving with strong audit committee engagement and trust. Opportunities Under the New Global Standards [00:07:55–00:10:56] Hania Abrous-McCarthy highlights how the new Standards give CAEs a chance to reset their functions, refresh independence, and fine-tune internal audit's value proposition. Advice for Organizations Preparing for EQAs [00:10:56–00:11:59] Warren Hersh encourages teams to use the IIA's Standards Knowledge Center and Quality Services webpage for resources like the Conformance Readiness Tool and insights on QAIPs and topical requirements. Closing and Future Episodes [00:11:59–00:12:16] Warren previews more "Tales from the Trenches" stories coming soon from The IIA's Quality Services team. IIA RELATED CONTENT: Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources: 2025 RISE Virtual Conference Quality Services Standards Knowledge Center Conformance Readiness Assessment Tool Internal Audit QA Checklist Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more. Follow All Things Internal Audit: Apple PodcastsSpotify LibsynDeezer
Amazon's founder Jeff Bezos seems to be getting his hands dirty once again: the billionaire is partly backing a new AI startup called Project Prometheus that has raised $6.2 billion in funding, and will take on duties as co-chief executive. Plus, Bone AI, a South Korean startup, is combining AI and manufacturing to build next-gen defense robotics and challenge the region's industry giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us a textJames has a surprise guest. Will he stay sober long enough to contend with him? Meanwhile David and Maureen catch up on weekend gossip while Brin hopes that KC will confide in her about Jax. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written and Directed by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas with Dan Murray, Starring (in order of appearance) Jon Vellante as James Rogers, Dan Murray as Tommy Hanson, Adam Heroux as David Sharpe, Chrissy Lewis-Pirnie as Maureen Sloan, Jenny Hughes as Brin Matthews, and Val Whiteneck as KC Sloan. Credits and Narration by Leonard Caplan. Sound Engineering by Dan Murray. Sound Editing by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Theme Music by Valerie Forgione.Support the showScripts of Two and Two Together and the first two seasons of Putting 2&2 Together can be purchased at Amazon.com. Merchandise available at TeeSpring. Donations can be made at By Me a Coffee. For further information, please visit puttingtwoandtwotogether.com.
Jaylin Green and Jameson Davis each scored two touchdowns, Damari Thigpen returned a punt for a score and the Brother Rice defense recorded five sacks during a 42-18 win over St. Charles North in the Class 7A state quarterfinals on Saturday evening.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
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The Wolverines found a way on Saturday at Wrigley Field, as they left Chicago with a 24-22 victory over Northwestern. Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack react to the game's twists and turns. Then, around the 21-minute mark, we head into the Michigan locker room for some great interviews with Head Coach Sherrone Moore and six players - Andrew Marsh, Donaven McCulley, Bryson Kuzdzal, Bryce Underwood, Rayshaun Benny, and Mason Curtis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We're in the thick of it with Granny WriMo here in the middle of November, so pour yourself a cup of tea and let's get started! With the demise of NaNoWriMo, we're here with our own spin on things - GrannyWriMo! The concept is the same - write 50k words in the month of November. The twist is, The Tea Grannies are here to write with you and support you along the way! The Perks:Join our writing Discord! All you have to do is email us at theteagrannies@gmail.com and we'll add you to our FREE channel.Writing sprints! Dates and times will be announced on the Discord and on our Instagram.If you reach 50k words, you'll receive a free ebook by our fearless cohost Elise Volkman - the first book in a completed trilogy, Roots of Blood: Book I of the Nymph KeepersBragging rights, obviously!We are so excited to write with you, don't forget to follow us on Instagram at theteagranniespodcast and email us to sign up for the writing discord. If you want more of The Tea Grannies, you can also join our Patreon.Links:Email us to join our free discord, or just to chat! theteagrannies@gmail.comJoin our Patreon (free or paid!): https://patreon.com/TheTeaGranniesPodcast Keep track of your writing session word counts with Trackbear! https://trackbear.app/Previous episodes about NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and writing lots of words in general:Season 6 Episode 1: GrannyWriMo PrepSeason 2 Episode 1: Prepping for NaNo Season 2 Episode 2: NaNo in the TrenchesSeason 2 Episode 3: NaNoWriMo and Writing BurnoutSeason 1 Episode 2: First Drafts
On this edition of the Bucknuts Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Garrick Hodge for a deep dive on Ohio State recruiting. Also, they take a look at the Buckeyes' offensive and defensive lines this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this exclusive conversation on "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham," Jimmy delivers a masterclass on the art of coaching, leadership, and what it takes to win at the highest level. Drawing from his own extensive coaching career, he breaks down the critical importance of locker room culture, the unique leadership challenges of the modern NFL, and provides an inside look at Joe Burrow's relentless rehab process. From the inspiring work of the Joe Burrow Foundation to his expert analysis of the 2025 Bengals, this is a rare look into the mind of a football lifer. A Tale of Two Joes: The unique dynamic of having Joe Burrow and veteran Joe Flacco on the same team. Joe Burrow's Relentless Rehab: A father's perspective on Joe's mindset, the challenges of recovery, and his unwavering drive to return. The DNA of a Champion: A deep dive into the Bengals' receiving corps and why their intelligence sets them apart. The Joe Burrow Foundation: An inside look at the incredible community work being done in Ohio and Louisiana. We want to thank Jimmy for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey! Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2025 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win.
There's nothing like experiencing God's grace with one another—united in Spirit and purpose. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
Former Minnesota Viking Alex Boone joins Phil Mackey to break down film and prove that the Vikings ARE actually good at running the football! The boys dive into a run game cut-up from Sunday's loss to the Baltimore Ravens that proves there are multiple gash runs to be had with Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason if the Vikings just commit to running the ball more often.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Michigan's matchup with Northwestern inside the Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field is almost upon us! Jon Jansen gets you ready for the game with his Keys to the Game and Locker Room Speech on our weekly preview episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys wrap up week 10 of the NFL season. AQ gives his biggest takeaway's, and his top five offensive lines of the week as we go In the Trenches, while Darius Butler goes through the best and worst defensive back play of the week in Everything DB. Also joining the progrum are NHL Superstars, two of the stalwarts on Team USA's Olympic roster, and co-hosts of the new podcast Wingmen, Matthew and Brady Tkachuk to chat about their new podcast which debuts tomorrow, how both of their rehabs are going, the Olympics on the horizon, and much more. Next, future Hall of Famer. 3x DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, and color commentator for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt joins the progrum to recap his biggest takeaway's from week 10, and to look ahead at some of the biggest matchups from week 11. Later, College GameDay panelist and co-host of the SVPod, Stanford Steve joins the show to recap the newest CFP rankings, and to look ahead of this weekend's biggest games. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jon and Brian are back with another "Seven from 77," as they discuss some takeaways from Michigan's bye week, look ahead to an awesome opportunity at Wrigley Field, share some initial thoughts on Northwestern, and react to another crazy week of college football. Then, around the 35-minute mark, defensive back TJ Metcalf talks about his season to this point, the team's mentality during the stretch run, and his bye week activities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Wildly Capable Show, Liz and Joey share a life update focusing on family, food, and fitness. They discuss the challenges and lessons learned from managing technology use with their children, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and understanding the impact of technology on family dynamics. Liz and Joey also talk about the family's approach to nutrition, highlighting the significance of protein in meals and the misleading marketing of protein-enriched foods. Additionally, they touch on fitness goals and the importance of having clear objectives to maintain motivation.Shop our sponsors and save:Ancestral Supplements—the cleanest protein powder on the marketUse code: HOMEGROWN at checkout for 15% offHaselmayer Goods—Try our Raw milk & Tallow BarUse code: HOMEGROWN at checkout for 10% offWatch the interview on YouTube HERE.Follow the Wildly Capable Show Instagram HERE.Find Homegrown on Instagram HERE.Find Liz Haselmayer on Instagram HERE.Find Joey Haselmayer on Instagram HERE.Shop real food meal plans and children's curriculum HERE.Join us on SubStack HERE.
We're back in the trenches. This episode, Ryan joins Sabrina in the studio to unpack YOUR questions including “Are We Dating the Same Guy?” Facebook groups to what happens when your nervous system won't let you relax in a healthy relationship. They talk about what it actually means to trust yourself, why so many of us self-sabotage when things feel good, and how to stop creating stories in your head every time they don't text you back for a day. If you've ever said “I just feel blindsided,” or caught yourself scrolling back through screenshots trying to “decode” someone's behavior… this one's for you. Sabrina dives in on protest behavior, attachment styles, and that moment when you realize it's not about them. It's about your nervous system trying to protect you. If you keep finding yourself in relationships that start fast and end the same way, you're not broken. Your body just learned that fast feels safe. The Art of Going Slow is my new 4-week live program starting November 20. Together, we'll build the tools that help you stay calm, grounded, and connected while dating, without losing yourself in the process. Doors close November 18.
Bengals legend Bruce Kozerski delivers a powerful lesson on what it takes to build a championship culture in the trenches. The Cincinnati Bengals' defense is undergoing a significant overhaul for the 2025 season, marked by a new coordinator, key personnel changes, and a philosophical shift aimed at transforming a unit that struggled in previous years. Bruce & Lap give their perspective on why the Bengals' defense has struggled so much this season. From the inexperience of the linebackers and defensive line to the horrible effort when it comes to tackling. Something with the Bengals defense has to change. We want to thank Bruce for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey! Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2025 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win.
Ep 628 features Janie and Nate, 911 professionals with Cass County Central Dispatch in Michigan. Sponsored by INdigital - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web RapidSOS - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web Episode topics – The nerve-wracking experience of being filmed for a special project at Cass County Central Dispatch and Edwardsburg Fire Department How Janie and Nate each found their way into dispatch and their early training struggles Their personal accounts of memorable first calls and surprising moments on the job Detailed breakdown of a life-saving crash detection incident and rapid response teamwork The emotional reunion between dispatchers and the accident survivor, and reflections on how dispatch changes lives If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
Ep 627 features Tipi, the Chief of Staff at the Office of Unified Communications (OUC). Sponsored by INdigital - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web RapidSOS - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web Episode topics – Tipi's journey from high school aspirations to Chief of Staff at the Office of Unified Communications Early experiences and powerful calls that shaped her public safety career Major differences in call types and procedures between Amtrak and Montgomery County dispatch The impact of ECC workplace culture on retention and employee wellness Actionable strategies and real examples to improve morale and build positive ECC environments If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
On today's show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys wrap up week 9 of the NFL as AQ gives his biggest takeaway's, and his top five offensive lines of the week as we go In the Trenches, while Darius Butler goes through the best and worst defensive back play of the week in Everything DB. Also joining the progrum are several great guests including Peter Schrager on the trade deadline, Hall of Fame WR Calvin Johnson to chat about if this Lions team can win a Super Bowl, future Hall of Famer JJ Watt on everything happening around the NFL as we wrap up week 9, and Stanford Steve to chat about the first college football playoff rankings. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman -- and host of The OLine Committee podcast (YouTube, Spotify, Apple) -- Alex Boone and Phil Mackey break down film of JJ McCarthy's performance against the Detroit Lions! Film breakdown starts at 15:00. Plus, Boone explains the blue collar shirt origins, raves about McCarthy's intangibles, and the boys praise Brian Flores for dialing up insane pressures against Jared Goff!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon shares some of his film review from the win over Purdue, looks ahead to the potential impact of the second bye week, and reacts to the latest news in college football. Then, around the 34-minute mark, longtime Michigan staff member Fred Jackson, currently a Senior Offensive Analyst/Running Backs for the program, reflects on his career in Ann Arbor, breaks down the current running back group, and details some of his fondest memories.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Michigan earned a victory on Saturday night at the Big House, 21-16 over Purdue. On this postgame episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, the radio crew breaks down the Wolverines' win. Then, we bring you some great interviews from the locker room around the 25-minute mark, as Jon Jansen visits with Head Coach Sherrone Moore, and Jason Avant caught up with five players - Jordan Marshall, Bryson Kuzdzal, Jake Guarnera, Ernest Hausmann, and Jaden Mangham.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's show, Pat, AQ Shipley, AJ Hawk, and the boys wrap up week 8 of the NFL season as AQ Shipley gives his biggest takeaway's and his top five performing offensive lines as we go In the Trenches. They also discuss last night's World Series win that saw the Blue Jays even the series at 2 games apiece, and go over some potential trades as the NFL trade deadline gets closer. Pat and the boys are also joined by a few great guests including future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, and current NFL on CBS color commentator, JJ Watt to recap week 8 as a whole and look ahead to a few things in week 9; ESPN NFL analyst/host Peter Schrager to update us on the latest rumors around the league, Country music Superstar Kenny Chesney to chat about his new book and his career as a whole, and finally, ESPN legend and College GameDay panelist, Stanford Steve joins the show to preview this weekend's college football games, his Heisman top 5, and current playoff bracket. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WarRoom Battleground EP 877: Spiritual Warfare In The Trenches — Priests Cancelled For Holiness And Priests Who Cast Out Satan
On today's show, Pat is away on special assignment, as AJ Hawk and the boys are back in the ThunderDome as they cover the breaking news and scandal rocking the NBA that involves Trail Blazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups, former NBA player Damon Jones, the mafia, fixed poker games, and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and prop bet manipulation, before previewing tonight's Thursday Night Football game between the Vikings and Chargers.. Joining the progrum to break all of that down and shed more light on the situation and what comes next is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, we wrap up week 7 of the NFL season as AQ Shipley gives his top five performing offensive lines of the week as we go In the Trenches, and Darius Butler breaks down the best and worst defensive back play of the week in Everything DB: Good D, Bad D. Later, the voice of college football, and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to preview tonight's Thursday Night Football game between the Vikings and Chargers, chat about his college football rankings going into week 9, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On today's show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys wrap up week 7 of the NFL as AQ gives his biggest takeaway's, and his top five offensive lines of the week as we go In the Trenches, while Darius Butler goes through the best and worst defensive back play of the week in Everything DB. Joining the progrum to chat about last night's electric start to the NBA season as well as a LeBron James injury update and to preview tonight's games is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Joining the progrum to chat about what he noticed throughout the NFL this week and preview his game next week is future Hall of Famer and current color commentator for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt. Later, ESPN legend, College GameDay stalwart, co-host of SVPod, STANFORD STEVE joins the show to preview this weekend's college football slate. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices