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The Deep State Revealed: The Creator Shares Who Controls Earth What if everything you've ever believed about your existence, your purpose, and your freedom was based on a lie? In Part 53 of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers shares a direct, unfiltered conversation with The Creator and a powerful Universal Being—the leader of the group humanity refers to as the “deep state.” This isn't a metaphor or a theory—this is truth straight from the source of creation, offered to help you understand your human existence, awaken to the manipulation that has shaped our world, and remember who you really are. You'll learn how a coalition of fewer than 500 families—not human as you know it—has been systematically controlling emotions, governments, media, wealth, and even your own thoughts for tens of thousands of years. These beings were not born from this Universe, and unlike you, they do not hold the vibration of love or operate from free will. Their goal? To keep you in fear, self-doubt, and disconnection from your soul—because when you forget who you are, you give them your power. But that power is yours to reclaim. This episode delivers layer upon layer of spiritual awakening, guiding you through a monumental truth about why you suffer, how propaganda and emotional programming were designed to manipulate your experience of reality, and how your energy, when aligned with truth, becomes your most powerful tool of liberation. You'll also hear how The Creator explains the real meaning of free will, why your soul mission is encoded in your very being, and how to stop unconsciously participating in your own suppression. You're not helpless. You're not alone. You're here to help restore this Universe—and you already know this deep inside. If you've felt like something isn't right with the world… if you've been waiting for a sign or hoping the systems you've trusted would change… this is the message you've been asking for. 🔔 Subscribe now and step into your soul mission. This is where your real spiritual awakening begins. In this episode you will: • Understand the truth behind the emotional and psychological systems of control • Learn who the “deep state” really is and why they were allowed to exist here • Discover how the absence of love reveals who is of this Universe and who is not • Recognize the illusion of pity, fear, and emotional manipulation • Activate the remembrance of your soul mission and return to full self-awareness • Reclaim your energy by releasing false stories and reconnecting to Source • Remember your divine role in the evolution of human existence This is your moment. Your spiritual awakening is not a coincidence. You are part of a new frequency, a new world—one built on love, truth, connection, and conscious awareness. And it starts with the courage to remember. ________________________________________ #spiritualawakening #consciousness #truth #quantumhealing #soulpurpose #emotionalintelligence #authentichuman #selfdiscovery #spiritualdevelopment #energyhealing #higherconsciousness #spiritualgrowth ________________________________________ If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

98% Are Searching for THIS Without Knowing It. What if everything you've been taught about life, healing, and existence is incomplete? In this powerful episode of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers opens the sacred doorway to a direct conversation with The Creator and the Universal Beings who helped create this Universe. Together, they unveil the hidden architecture of the cosmos, the blueprint of the human soul, and the true origin of consciousness. If you've ever felt like there was more to life—more to YOU—this is the moment your soul has been waiting for. This episode is a portal for spiritual awakening. It reveals the truth about who you are, why you're here, and how to reconnect to your soul origins. Through ancient energetic knowledge, you'll remember how to unlock your innate capacity for quantum healing, and how every cell in your body is coded for evolution, alignment, and truth. ✨ In this episode, you'll discover: • What the Creator really intended when you were made—and why your energy is key to universal expansion • The universal foundation of connection, consciousness, creation, and evolution • How to dismantle belief systems that keep you from your soul's self actualization • Why love, healing, and clarity are the result of being fully present with your soul's energy—not just thinking about it • The magnetic power of spiritual awakening and how it activates truth within your body, mind, and soul This isn't just another spiritual discussion—it's a sacred energetic transmission. The wisdom shared in this episode reactivates your ability to feel, to heal, and to remember your purpose beyond the mind. Michelle and The Creator bring through a vibration of universal love that reawakens your body's natural ability to restore, evolve, and embody your highest truth. 🌍 This episode will help you: • Understand the mechanics of quantum healing and how intention and vibration shape reality • Step out of suffering and emotional looping into a state of expansive clarity and emotional intelligence • Reconnect to consciousness as a living field of knowing, guidance, and empowerment • Feel the energy of connection between you and Source in every breath • Take your first step into full spiritual awakening, no longer searching but knowing Whether you're on a journey of deep self discovery, seeking energy healing, or simply craving a real connection to the truth of who you are—this conversation will shift your frequency. You were never meant to live disconnected, in doubt, or in fear. You were born to feel the truth, live in alignment, and become the leader your soul came here to be. This is the most important conversation you'll hear if your goal is to restore yourself to the full expression of your soul potential and universal awareness possible. ________________________________________ #spiritualawakening #consciousness #truth #quantumhealing #soulpurpose #connection #energyhealing #selfactualization #selfdiscovery #spiritualgrowth #awareness #selflove #newearth #energyhealing #selfdevelopment #awakening #universaltruth #creator #higherconsciousness #reclaimyourpower #authentichuman #spiritualpodcast ________________________________________ If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

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What if everything you've ever believed about life, healing, and your soul's purpose wasn't the whole truth? In this groundbreaking episode of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers shares her direct conversation with The Creator and Universal Beings to share the true origins of humanity, existence, and why you were created. This is not theory. This is truth, delivered straight from the source of existence itself. If you've ever asked “Why am I here?”, “Who am I really?”, or “What am I meant to be doing with my life?”, then this episode is your answer. It brings forward clarity about your soul purpose, your energetic capacity, and the very real power you hold to self-heal, evolve, and reconnect to your truth. You'll receive: • Access to the real story of creation, shared by the Creator and Angelics who support human evolution. • A deeper understanding of how connection is the foundation of consciousness, creation, and personal transformation. • A revolutionary look at the illusion of being "enough" and why that belief has kept you from your full self actualization. • Insight into the missing energy of universal love, and how intimate connection gives you access to your most profound healing, purpose, and joy. • The direct truth about why your restlessness, emptiness, or fear isn't failure—it's a call to remember who you really are. This episode is a masterclass in spiritual awakening, offering one clear, actionable step to align your body, mind, and soul with the truth of who you are. It's about reclaiming your power by learning to feel energy—not just think about it—and remembering that your capacity to feel universal energy is not just innate... it's essential. You'll also discover: • Why your consciousness has been clouded by programming—and how to remove it. • How to unlock your soul's encoded wisdom through energy healing. • What it really means to be part of the New Earth evolution. • How to stop striving to “feel better” and instead live in your full potential. • Why quantum healing is your birthright and how you can access it through aligned connection. This is for those who are ready to stop waiting for someone else to explain it all—and finally start feeling the truth for themselves. If you're on a journey of spiritual awakening, seeking consciousness, craving truth, ready for quantum healing, and longing for meaningful connection—this is the moment you've been waiting for. It's time to wake up, reclaim your energy, and walk your soul path with power. ________________________________________ #spiritualawakening #consciousness #truth #quantumhealing #soulpurpose #connection #energyhealing #selfactualization #selfdiscovery #spiritualgrowth #awareness #selflove #newearth #energyhealing #selfdevelopment #awakening #universaltruth #creator #higherconsciousness #reclaimyourpower #authentichuman #spiritualpodcast ________________________________________ If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

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On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise interviews Derek Vickers, a mobile home park investor who went from zero to over 2,000 lots in just five years. Derek shares how he overcame fear and inexperience to scale quickly, the reasons he focuses on urban one- and two-star parks, and why legal non-conforming zoning is a hidden asset. He dives into the operational and financial strategies behind park-owned home conversions, the importance of systems in scaling, and his shift from syndications to fund management. Derek also unpacks the window of opportunity left in the mobile home park space and why now is the time to go big. Derek Vickers Current Role: CEO at Victory Capital Based in: Florida Say hi to them at: Website: https://vicktorycapital.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-vickers YouTube & Social: @derekvickers Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities. Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's *Your* Secret Connection To The Universe? Your Cosmic Connection Isn't Lost — It Was Taken. Now It's Returning. In Part 50 of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers invites you into a direct transmission with Pan, Gaia, the Angelics, and even Reptilian and Cosmic Beings — to expose the conspiracy that severed your soul's access to existence itself. 🔹 Discover how human experience was labeled imagination to lock you out of reality. 🔹 Experience the explosion of cosmic awareness happening now. 🔹 Recognize why your ability to feel was suppressed—and how it's reawakening. 🔹 Learn how every human is being called back into universal partnership, not hierarchy. 🔹 Begin to reclaim your monthly cosmic downloads of guidance, truth, and energy. If you've ever felt more than what this world has shown you, this episode is your invitation to step into your cosmic birthright. ▶️ Subscribe and join the Awakening. 🔄 Share with someone who needs to feel more than just their physical life. #AuthenticHuman #TheStoryOfCreation #Truth #SpiritualAwakening #EnergyHealing #InfiniteIntelligence #SoulPurpose #spiritualpodcast # ________________________________________ If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

Why would anyone ever want to tell you that you are something other than you are? Why would anyone want you to believe you can't do something that is actually innate within you? The answer may surprise you, but it will also trigger so many more questions. In Part 49 of The Story of Creation, Michelle partners with The Creator and Universal Beings to dismantle the lies that erased your purity of existence—and reveal why this moment is the most important in human history. You'll explore: • How emotional connection has been suppressed for 50,000 years—and why that's changing now • The science of energy and instincts that “shouldn't” exist—but do • Why these hidden aspects of yourself keep you disconnected and incomplete • How to reclaim direct access to infinite intelligence and finally reveal your purpose • Why “proof-based” systems are collapsing—and what's replacing them This is more than awakening—this is restoring your soul awareness into your physical life. It's complete restoration. 🔔 Subscribe to follow The Story of Creation and tap into consciousness, energy healing, infinite intelligence, your soul's wisdom, and divine purpose. ▶️ Share with someone whose voice has been silenced, so they can reclaim soul truth and awaken their purpose. #SpiritualAwakening #EnergyHealing #InfiniteIntelligence #SoulPurpose ________________________________________ 00:00 – Intro: Your Power Just Needs To Be Remembered 02:20 – You've Been Trained to Avoid Feeling 04:15 – Purity Of Existence Has Been Lost—Now It Returns 05:24 – Recognizing Your Human + Soul Vibration 07:30 – Empathy Is Your Gift—Not a Weakness 09:25 – Energy Science Is Collapsing—Proof Is Failing Now 10:30 – Judgement Blocks Your Soul's Expression 12:28 – Empathy is Human Design—Own It 16:47 – You Are a Receiving AND Broadcasting Satellite 18:00 – No Hierarchy—Existence Thrives by Support 20:53 – Science Is Collapsing in 6–9 Weeks (Jul–Sep 2025) 23:00 – Control Illusions Are Unraveling 26:34 – Honor Those Who Lost Lives For Truth 28:56 – 98% Aren't Living Their Soul's Purpose 30:58 – Energy Is The New Foundation of Existence If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

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How to Create a Life Worthy of Your Soul | The Story of Creation Part 48 Your Soul Is Calling You Back. Are You Listening? In this powerful episode of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers shares wisdom directly from The Creator and The Universal Council on the truth of your existence and how to reclaim the power of your soul. You'll discover: • How to create experiences that are truly worthy of your soul. • The hidden ways you've been taught to lie to yourself — and how to stop. • How emotions have been weaponized to keep you small. • Why self-worth is the most radical act of spiritual awakening. • How to become your own lie detector and finally break free. The truth is, you are infinite intelligence, not separate from it. You're here to live in your full frequency — not play a role in someone else's agenda. It's time to stop hiding. Your power is waiting to be reclaimed. 💫 This is the knowledge that will awaken humanity. If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #QuantumHealing #SoulHealing #AuthenticHumanPodcast #MichelleVickers #SpiritualAwakening #EnergyHealing #SelfHealing #SpiritualPodcast #VibrationHealing #AwakenYourSoul #TheStoryOfCreation #SpiritualWisdom #DivineTruth #CellularHealing #ConsciousLiving #HealingWithEnergy #NewEarth #UniversalTruth #RememberWhoYouAre #AscensionJourney ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

Derek Vickers is the CEO of Vicktory Capital, a rapidly growing investment firm focused on acquiring and operating mobile home communities across the Southeast. Derek got his start as a door-to-door insurance salesman prior to transitioning into real estate and ultimately found his niche in the affordable housing space. Since then, he's built an impressive portfolio and team, all while navigating a tough interest rate environment, rising competition, and shifting macro trends. Learn about Derek's strategies and trends! Connect with Derek: wellingscapital.com, Resources page: wellingscapital.com/resources  Highlights: 3:10 – From Insurance Sales to Mobile Home Parks 5:50 – First Deal Failures and Lessons 9:30 – The Systems That Scaled 13:45 – Remote Management Without On-Site Managers 16:20 – Value-Add Strategy That Works 20:15 – How to Attract & Keep Quality Tenants   Quote: “We're not just filling lots—we're building communities people are proud to live in.”   Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

You Are Self Healing: The Truth Science Has Yet To Discover. Your body was not made to break down. Your brain was not designed to doubt your potential. Part 47 of The Story of Creation is a self healing activation where Michelle Vickers shares groundbreaking insight from The Creator and Universal Beings about how the human body was built to self-heal — and why you've been taught otherwise. We explore the truth of quantum healing, your molecular programming, and how to reconnect with your original vibration to ignite healing, transformation, and vitality. This episode teaches you how to: • Activate the magnetic charge in your cells • Rewire belief systems that block healing • Understand the true purpose of your physical form • Reclaim your soul's wisdom and programming Your healing is not a mystery — it's a core memory that is triggered by truth. 🌀 This episode is part of Michelle's conversations with The Creator and The Universal Beings who built this universe — bringing back the most advanced spiritual knowledge and energy guidance available to humanity. 💡 Subscribe for more powerful teachings on universal truth, soul alignment, energy healing, awakening, and self mastery from The Story of Creation. 📌 Watch now and allow your soul to show you the truth encoded into your body. ________________________________________ ⏬ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro: Why We've Been Taught Healing is Impossible 0:47 How Universal Beings Teach Energy in Circular Flow 2:24 Why Linear Thinking Blocks Healing 3:41 Expanding Your Perspective of Existence 4:00 Your Original Soul Purpose: Exploration & Fulfillment 6:35 Reawakening Your Natural Instinct to Explore 7:52 30 Days to Quantum Transformation 8:22 What Quantum Healing Really Means 9:30 How Your Cells Are Designed for Greatness 11:03 Defying Aging Through Magnetic Reprogramming 12:31 Healing is 90% Belief, 10% Magnetic Intelligence 14:50 How to Align Brain, Body, and Soul 15:27 Enhancing the Flow of Vital Soul Energy 17:10 Aligning Your Intentions with Your Potential 18:11 Returning to Your Original Blueprint for Health 19:32 Reprogramming the Brain to Support Healing 20:42 Visualizing 100% Balanced Health 22:20 All Aspects of You Were Designed to Heal 23:14 Overriding the Program of Fear and Judgment If this video activated something inside of you… don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone whose soul is ready to heal too. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #QuantumHealing #SoulHealing #AuthenticHumanPodcast #MichelleVickers #SpiritualAwakening #EnergyHealing #SelfHealing #SpiritualPodcast #VibrationHealing #AwakenYourSoul #TheStoryOfCreation #SpiritualWisdom #DivineTruth #CellularHealing #ConsciousLiving #HealingWithEnergy #NewEarth #UniversalTruth #RememberWhoYouAre #AscensionJourney ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

The Real Reason You Can't Manifest (And How to Change It) In Part 46 of The Story of Creation, Michelle partners with The Creator and other Universal Beings to reveal the real reason most humans struggle to manifest —because we've forgotten how to create with intention – which is really just Universal Level Clarity. Yes, there is a conspiracy against humanity. Yes, it has impacted your ability to access your divine gifts…but that is all changing as a result of The Story of Creation. The Creator wants you to remember what it feels like to live with a constant stream of Universal Truth. Reminding you that magnetism and manifestation are your birthright, that energy frequency and vibration are the language of your soul and consciousness itself. That you are self healing and self governing, you just need to remember how to access these abilities. In episode 120 of The Authentic Human Podcast The Creator explains EXACTLY how He programmed humans to be able to raise your vibration and create with intention. It's pure and simple universal truth that will help you even more along your spiritual healing journey as you awaken to your soul purpose. The Secret: Every aspect of existence has a magnetic charge. That means your energy is constantly speaking to the Universe—but if your message is unclear, your reality will reflect it. This episode breaks down how magnetism, frequency, and intention work together to shape your life. You'll discover how to: • Set crystal clear intentions that actually align with your soul • Stop feeding fear-based thoughts with your energy • Shift from performing to embodying your purpose • Create results in 30 days or less by working with Universal energy This is about remembering the truth of who you are and reclaiming your ability to create your highest reality. ✨ Watch. Comment. Share. Let's put Truth back in the hands of humanity. 🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more episodes of The Story of Creation. 🌍 Visit michellevickers.com to learn more about Michelle Vickers and her work. ________________________________________ ⏬ Timestamps: 0:00 – Michelle discovers which Universal Being is going to teach today 2:20 - Frequency, Vibration & the Truth of Who You Are 3:00 - What You're Meant to Do with Your Life 5:50 - The Magnetic Charge Behind All Creation 7:01 - Intention = Energy = Experience 7:31 - The Creator's Original Intention for Humanity 8:13 - Aligning with the Creator's Vibration 9:30 - Why Manifestation Hasn't Worked for You 12:46 - Set a 30-Day Intention (Guided Prompt) 13:20 - Magnetism: How the Universe Responds to You 18:10 - Why You Downsize Your Dreams 19:30 - Manifestation Warning: What You Ask For Will Arrive 21:06 - Clear Intention = Powerful Energy 21:25 - The Hidden Reason You're Not Manifesting 22:08 - How to Write an Intention That Actually Works 23:01 - Why One Clear Intention Can Change Everything 25:00 - Final Words: Become the Person You Were Meant to Be 🔔 Subscribe to stay connected to the most advanced spiritual self discovery and energy healing wisdom on the planet. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #SpiritualAwakening #ManifestationTruth #manifestation #LawOfAttraction #EnergyHealing #AwakenedSoul #RaiseYourVibration #HigherConsciousness #QuantumHealing #SelfRealization #NewEarth #SoulPurpose #UniversalTruth #HealingEnergy #Magnetism #SpiritualGuidance #LightworkersUnite #DivineWisdom #TheStoryOfCreation #MichelleVickers #AuthenticHumanPodcast #createwithintention ________________________________________ Watch full episodes on Rumble, YouTube & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

China Grove police Chief Ralph Sramek applauds police Sgt. Daniel Vickers after presenting him with a letter of appreciation July 10 for his service to the community. Vickers resigned his position to accept employment elsewhere after working for the city for two and a half years, with almost two years as sergeant. China Grove police Lt. Osaretin Amadin also presented Vickers with a large wooden “Come and Take It” sign on behalf of department members.Article Link

Last time we spoke about Black Saterday and Operation Iron Fist. Conflict erupted in Shanghai on August 13, when Japanese marines disguised as civilians provoked Chinese guards, resulting in fierce gunfire and urban warfare. Both sides engaged in skirmishes around vital locations, with the Eight Character Bridge becoming a focal point. On August 14, air raids misfired catastrophically, killing over a thousand civilians in what became known as "Black Saturday." In an attempt to regain control, Chiang Kai-shek authorized Operation Iron Fist, a bold offensive targeting Japanese strongholds. The attack commenced early on August 17, involving coordinated assaults aimed at exploiting weak points in the enemy defenses. However, poor coordination, entrenched opposition, and the complexity of urban combat resulted in further devastating losses for the Chinese troops. By August 18, Operation Iron Fist had failed, with the Japanese reinforcing their positions and announcing a strategic shift towards expanded military engagement.   #158 The Battle of Shanghai Part 3: The Chinese Counteroffensive “Drive them into the Sea!” 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. On August 18, the Japanese military reinforced their presence in Shanghai, shipping an additional 1,400 marines from Manchuria to bolster the ranks of the Japanese Shanghai Special Naval Landing Force or “SNLF”. Yes, all of you who don't listen to my Pacific War week by week podcast are going to get a lot of acronym lessons soon. And yes, they are not quote en quote real marines, but like most telling these stories its easier to refer to them this way. This influx of troops was a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, heightening tensions as the battle for control intensified. As the battle in Shanghai raged on, a growing sentiment emerged among Chinese leaders that crucial chances had been squandered. On August 18, Chiang Kai-shek sent his trusted aide, Deputy War Minister Chen Cheng, to confer with General Zhang Zhizhong at the front lines. They assessed the situation and agreed that instead of attacking the heavily fortified Hongkou area, they should redirect their focus to the Yangshupu district. The aim was to breach the defenses and split the Japanese forces along the Huangpu River. This strategic shift was precisely what the German military advisers and frontline commanders had anticipated, signaling a decisive move away from their earlier hesitance to engage within settlement boundaries. As attrition took its toll on the Chinese troops already committed in Shanghai, the responsibility for the offensive was placed on the newly arrived 36th Infantry Division, a unit highly trained by German forces. They were positioned to advance from the eastern edge of Hongkou, with two regiments tasked to march south toward the Huangpu. In the early hours of the 19th, two regiments of the 36th launched their long-planned attack, moving swiftly towards the front lines. The night was illuminated by the flames of sabotage and incendiary bombs, aiding visibility amid the chaos. However, the assault quickly faced significant challenges. Many of the Chinese soldiers were inexperienced, becoming easy targets for Japanese infantry positioned in rooftops and upper-story windows. In the absence of cover, some troops were forced to take shelter behind the fallen bodies of their comrades. For a moment, the Chinese troops felt a surge of hope, believing they could push the Japanese into the Huangpu River. General Zhang Fakui, observing from the opposite bank, envisioned a breakthrough. However, upon reaching Broadway, parallel to the river, they confronted a formidable barrier. High walls guarded the wharves, and even the largest artillery pieces struggled to breach the defenses. Attempts to scale the steel gate resulted in devastating fire from entrenched Japanese machine gunners, while fortified factories like the Gong Da Cotton Mill proved equally impenetrable. As the Chinese forces suffered under relentless bombardment, their momentum diminished. The 88th Infantry Division, previously effective, showed signs of disarray and hesitated to engage. Compounding their woes, Japanese reinforcements arrived, swelling their ranks to 6,300 well equipped marines. Despite these challenges, the Chinese committed to deploying their newly acquired British built Vickers tanks, a symbol of their efforts to modernize their military over the years. But with each hour, the balance of power tilted further in favor of the Japanese forces. Meanwhile the 87th Infantry Division was assigned two armored companies, yet it suffered catastrophic losses. The tanks, recently shipped from Nanjing, had crews untrained in coordinated assaults, and many were left without infantry support. The Chinese forces struggled to secure adjacent streets, allowing Japanese armor to outflank and destroy their tanks. The Japanese, too, faced coordination challenges between their armor and infantry, resulting in some of their tanks being annihilated by Chinese anti-tank weapons. On the 20th, General Zhang Zhizhong inspected the Yangshupu front and encountered a former student leading a tank company ready to attack the wharves. The tanks, hastily repaired and ill equipped for battle, faced fierce enemy fire, and the young officer expressed concern about the infantry's ability to keep pace. Despite Zhang's insistence that the assault must proceed, the attack ended in disaster as the tank company was decimated by shells from anchored vessels. The battle blended modern warfare with tactics reminiscent of earlier centuries. An officer named Wu Yujun managed a position during a Japanese cavalry attack on the 18th. After two unsuccessful assaults, Wu set an ambush that resulted in the annihilation of the Japanese riders. This incident illustrated the stark contrast on the battlefield where Chinese soldiers often confronted a technologically superior enemy while grappling with their own inexperience.  Many of the Chinese units arriving in Shanghai were very green, countless having never faced battle before, and their lack of experience proved costly in the initial days of fighting. Brigade Commander Fang Jing of the 98th Division observed that his soldiers constructed inadequate fortifications that crumbled under the Japanese 150mm howitzers. He lamented, “Often, the positions they built were too weak and couldn't withstand the enemy's artillery,”. On the 20th, 5 Chinese aircraft returned after yet another unsuccessful attack on the Japanese battleship Izumo, which remained anchored in the Huangpu. During their flight over western Zhabei, they encountered two Japanese seaplanes. One Chinese pilot broke formation, diving steeply to fire a brief machine-gun salvo, but his plane was quickly shot down, bursting into flames before crashing. The Chinese attacks had posed a significant threat to Japanese bombers, particularly the vulnerable Mitsubishi G3M medium aircraft targeting Shanghai and central China. Japan's First Combined Air Group suffered heavy losses, with half of its medium attack planes damaged or destroyed within the first three days of fighting. However, the Chinese pilots, largely inexperienced and inadequately trained, began to falter against the superior Japanese fighters, eventually withdrawing from the skies over Shanghai. Ground troops expressed frustration over the lack of effective air support, as they rarely saw their planes after the 20th, instead carrying out major troop movements only under the cover of darkness. The Japanese air superiority drastically affected operations on the ground, dictating when Chinese soldiers could eat and transport supplies. Without effective fighter protection and limited anti-aircraft capabilities, the Chinese troops were left exposed. Most of their anti-aircraft weaponry consisted of 20mm Solothurn guns that were ineffective against aircraft and were more often used against infantry. Officers hesitated to use these guns for fear of revealing their positions to the enemy.  By the morning of the 21st, the 36th Division had been relentlessly attacking the wharf area for over 48 hours, yet victory remained elusive. Although some tanks had infiltrated the wharf, they were met with dishearteningly strong Japanese defenses and a well-manned enemy presence. The commanders recognized that they had advanced too quickly without securing their flanks, and their reserves, which could have provided crucial support, remained in the rear. Reluctantly, they concluded that a withdrawal was necessary. The retreat was a painful acknowledgment that pushing the Japanese into the Huangpu River would not be as straightforward as hoped. Part of the Chinese failure stemmed from an inability to execute joint operations across different military branches. German advisors noted that artillery support for the forces in Yangshupu from the Pudong side was limited. In contrast, Japanese naval guns were actively providing support, significantly relieving the pressure on their marines. This imbalance resulted in heavy losses for the Chinese, with the 36th Division suffering over 2,000 casualties by the late 22nd. Meanwhile, Japanese naval aircraft attempted to impede the movement of additional Chinese troops to Shanghai by bombing the railway from Suzhou. Although several bridges were destroyed and railway stations sustained damage, the delays were minimal, offering some reassurance to Chinese commanders who understood that reinforcements were essential for a successful continuation of the battle. The light cruiser Jintsu, carrying the 3rd Division, set to land six miles north of Shanghai, while the 11th Division would disembark a dozen miles further up the Yangtze River. By the evening of the 21st, the task force arrived at the Yangtze River and the Saddle Islands off the river estuary. The soldiers had to transfer to smaller vessels capable of navigating the shallow waters of the Huangpu River.  On the 23rd, Matsui Iwane got aboard the light cruiser Yura and was greeted by Rear Admiral Chuichi Nagumo, then the commander of the 8th cruiser division. Yes, the same man who would be blamed for losing at Midway in 1942. The Japanese fleet had made a strategic sweep as far south as Hangzhou Bay the previous day to disrupt Chinese troop movements and force them to spread thin along the coast. However, with the landings imminent, it was clear the assault would happen at Wusong and Chuanshakou. Initially, Matsui preferred landing both divisions at Chuanshakou for a sweeping advance into the lightly defended countryside west of Shanghai, which would encircle tens of thousands of Chinese soldiers. The 3rd Fleet, however, proposed a bolder strategy: the 11th Infantry Division would proceed with the landing at Chuanshakou, while the 3rd Infantry Division would land at Wusong, directly confronting the heavily concentrated Chinese forces around Shanghai. This plan aimed to exert pressure from both the front and the rear, a tactic that could yield success but risked high casualties if faced with stiff Chinese resistance. Aware of the operation's risks, the naval officers sought to ease potential tensions with their army counterparts by offering over 500 elite marines to support the assault, preparing for what could be a pivotal moment in the campaign. Shortly after midnight on the 23rd, the marines designated as the primary assault wave at Wusong arrived in a convoy of steamers from Shanghai. Their arrival was eagerly anticipated, as they would spare the 3rd Division from being the first to land. As the naval artillery barrage reached a deafening climax, the boats glided across the smooth water towards the shore. Any time a Chinese machine gun opened fire, it drew immediate response from the Japanese gunners, swiftly silencing the threat. Meanwhile, trench mortars onshore targeted the advancing vessels, but their rounds fell harmlessly into the water without causing any damage. At 3:00 am, the first landing craft reached the bank, dropped anchor, and lowered its ramp. The marines waded ashore, climbing the 15 foot high dike to survey the terrain. Suddenly, machine gun fire erupted from a Chinese position just 50 yards away, cutting down several marines. Undeterred, the marines charged with fixed bayonets across the open field. An explosion marked the spot where a soldier had triggered a landmine, followed by more detonations, but there was no retreat; they pressed on, swarming over the Chinese trench and engaging in a brief yet fierce hand-to-hand struggle. Within moments, they had taken the position. The marines quickly cleared the area, paving a path to their immediate objective, a military road running parallel to the Huangpu River. While setting up defensive positions, the 3rd Division began to disembark at the water's edge. By 8:00 a.m, the divisional command stepped ashore as the last unit to arrive. Meanwhile, naval pilots were busy bombing and strafing roads further inland to impede any enemy reinforcements. The landing had unfolded with remarkable success, marking a significant moment in the operation and setting the stage for greater advances by Japanese forces. Meanwhile the 11th division began setting foot on the beach north of Chuanshakou at 3:50 am. As the soldiers advanced towards the town's outskirts, they encountered only minimal resistance as Chuanshakou was defended by a single Chinese company.  Matsui was pleased with the outcome; everything had unfolded according to plan and, in fact, better than he had dared to hope. Casualties in both divisions were surprisingly low, amounting to little more than 40 soldiers. At 5:30 am, Zhang Zhizhong received an urgent phone call at his new headquarters in a small village near Nanxiang. On the line was Liu Heding, commander of the 56th Infantry Division, reporting that an enemy force of unknown size had landed near Chuanshakou. With heavy bombardment disrupting communications, details were scarce, but Zhang immediately recognized the gravity of the situation: a new front was opening, complicating his command significantly. Realizing he could not effectively manage the situation from Nanxiang with communications down, Zhang decided to head to the command post of the 87th Infantry Division in Jiangwan, a town closer to the landing area. By the time he arrived at the 87th Division's base, it was nearly 9:00 am. He was informed that the Japanese had not only landed at Chuanshakou but also at Wusong. Recognizing the urgency, he quickly dispatched half of the 87th Infantry Division and a regiment from the recently arrived Training Brigade, an elite unit fresh from Nanjing, to respond to the threat. Given that the 56th Infantry Division alone could not secure the area around Chuanshakou, Zhang assigned the 98th Infantry Division to defend most of the Yangtze riverbank under threat. He also dispatched the 11th Division, which had just arrived in the Shanghai area with Deputy War Minister Chen Cheng to move toward Luodian, a town just a few miles from the landing zone at Chuanshakou.  Meanwhile, the Japanese forces were advancing swiftly. While the main landing contingent engaged in fierce fighting for control of Chuanshakou, a small unit of a few hundred soldiers was dispatched down the road to Luodian. Marching under the scorching August sun, the reservists, weary from the trek, found little resistance upon reaching Luodian. They hastily set up camp without adequately preparing defenses, making them vulnerable targets. Later that afternoon, advance units of the 11th Infantry Division reached Luodian, shaken but determined to attack even after facing air raids on their journey. The ensuing skirmish was swift; within an hour, the Japanese were repelled. Back over at Wusong Hu Guobing received orders to push back the Japanese on August 21st. He led his regiment towards the Japanese lines, as his platoons dispersed further, dividing into smaller squads. Soon, the sharp crack and rattle of small arms fire resonated along the regiment's front. Battalion Commander Qin Shiquan, a graduate of the Central Military Academy, led two companies toward the enemy positions, taking care to remain unnoticed. When they drew close enough, he ordered his bugler to sound the charge. Then, raising his Mauser pistol, he turned to face his men and shouted, “Attack! Attack!” This sudden noise revealed his position, making it vulnerable. Japanese observers hidden nearby quickly relayed his coordinates to warships offshore. Within minutes, shells began to rain down on the unit with alarming accuracy. Amidst the storm of fire unleashed by the Japanese, all semblance of order disintegrated, and chaos ensued as each unit fought to survive. Hu Guobing spent most of the day dodging Japanese aircraft that circled overhead, waiting for targets to emerge. As Hu Guobing recalled “It felt as though the enemy could see everything. It was crucial not to act rashly. Our only real options were to take cover in a hole or hide behind a ridge”. The gunfire continued throughout the afternoon and did not relent until darkness began to fall. Only then could the soldiers breathe a little easier, grab a few bites of their field rations, and quench their parched throats with sips from their water canteens. Seizing the relative safety of night, they hurried to improve their positions, knowing that once dawn arrived, it would be too late; a shallow trench or inadequate camouflage could spell doom. Although it had been Chiang Kai-Shek's decision to place Zhang Zhizhong and Feng Yuxiang in charge of Shanghai, now designated the 3rd War Zone, he was having regrets. In a telephone conversation with Feng Yuxiang shortly after the Japanese landings, Chiang emphasized the importance of monitoring the younger front-line commanders. He urged “Don't hesitate to give them advice,”. Feng assured him that he would not hold back. He then recounted an anecdote about General Nogi Maresuke, who, during the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, allegedly delegated all major decisions to his chief of staff. Feng told him “The frontline commanders possess courage and a fighting spirit. Their role is to take orders and engage in battle. Mine is to stay back, like Nogi, write a few poems, and wait for the inevitable,”. Chiang persistently insisted, “Regardless of the situation, don't be shy. Share your insights with them.” “Of course,” Feng responded. “If I notice something amiss, I'll address it without hesitation. You can count on me.” However, this assurance did little to calm Chiang's concerns. A great concern was Zhang Zhizhong. Much of his rhetoric about fighting the Japanese seemed to lack substance. Zhang had not demonstrated the necessary resolve to launch attacks against the small Japanese forces in the city when decisive action could have turned the tide of the battle. With Japanese reinforcements firmly entrenched in two locations within the greater Shanghai area, it was now too late to pursue a quick victory over the enemy. Compounding the issue, Zhang appeared to spend an excessive amount of time making grandiose statements to the newspapers rather than focusing on the ground situation. Chiang's frustration was palpable, and it was shared by his German advisors, who concurred that Zhang lacked the requisite “toughness” to confront Japanese resistance effectively. The decision to send Deputy War Minister Chen Cheng to the front was an early indication that Chiang was considering replacing Zhang. In a particularly humiliating twist, Zhang was not even informed of Chen Cheng's appointment and learned about it indirectly through other field commanders. Fearing that he was being sidelined, Zhang Zhizhong hurried to the 3rd War Zone headquarters in Suzhou to assess the situation. While in Suzhou, called Chiang, whom began harshly criticizing him for being so far behind the front lines. “What are you doing in Suzhou? What are you doing in Suzhou?”. Zhang Zhizhong replied “Mr. Chairman, I'm back in Suzhou to discuss important strategic matters. Otherwise, I'm constantly at the front What's the matter with you?” Chiang was incensed by this perceived disrespect. “What's the matter with me? You ask me what's the matter with me!” His voice rising to a hoarse shriek, Chiang Kai-shek abruptly hung up. At this point, Zhang must have had little doubt that his days as the chief field commander were numbered. The Japanese landings had accomplished their immediate objective of relieving pressure on the small marine forces holed up in Shanghai. As a result, the Chinese were forced to halt their attacks on Hongkou and Yangshupu and had to reconsider how to allocate their resources across various fronts. If the Japanese landing party grew large enough, the Chinese forces could risk becoming the target of a Japanese pincer movement. In essence, within a few days, they had shifted from an offensive posture to a defensive one. Against this backdrop, Chen Cheng,  leading the 15th Army Group, arrived in Suzhou on August 24th. His presence aimed to bolster resistance, and he was also there to familiarize himself with local conditions, as he was expected to take on a greater role at the front shortly. Chen's confident demeanor and readiness to overrule local commanders indicated that real authority already resided with him. While he agreed with Zhang Zhizhong's plans from the previous day to counter the landings, he deemed them insufficient given the threat posed by the fresh Japanese troops. Consequently, he ordered that more soldiers be redeployed from Shanghai proper to the landing zones. To counter the dire situation, Falkenhausen devised a plan aimed at reigniting enthusiasm for the offensive among the Chinese forces. During a meeting on the 25th, he proposed rallying all troops in the Luodian area to mount a coordinated attack from all sides against the Japanese landing force. Emphasizing the German preference for a decisive strike, he aimed to push the invaders back into the Yangtze. The assembled officers expressed their agreement with the plan. However, as dawn broke, the optimism from the night's discussions began to wane. It had been 48 hours since the landings, and the Japanese army had solidified its foothold at Chuanshakou, rapidly approaching a point of strength that would make it nearly impossible to dislodge them. Tanks and artillery were assembled along the riverbank, while engineers constructed a pier to facilitate the faster unloading of troops and supplies. They had already established a bridgehead that extended 10 miles in length and reached a depth of five miles, initiating the construction of a road heading inland, an evident preparation for a major offensive. In a secret report to Chiang Kai-shek, Falkenhausen outlined the challenging situation as the Japanese consolidated their material advantages. “It should be noted that the enemy's army and navy operate in close coordination. Although their land-based artillery is still relatively weak, this is offset by their robust naval artillery and ship-based aircraft,”. He further noted that the airfields on Chongming Island contributed to Japan's now “complete air superiority, as a result, the main operations on our side should be executed after dark.”  From late August onward, most Chinese movements occurred after sunset. Only then could Chinese and Japanese infantry engage on more equal footing, without the overwhelming advantage provided by air support. Night became the great equalizer in the uneven battle for Shanghai. During the day, the relentlessly active Japanese forces seemed to be everywhere. They deployed rubber boats up small rivers to scout and disrupt. Their observation balloons hovered on the horizon, keeping a vigilant watch on the Chinese and swiftly scrambling aircraft upon detecting any movement. They combined technological superiority with a bravery that bordered on the suicidal; when faced with the prospect of capture, many Japanese soldiers preferred death. Following a fierce battle in the vicinity of Luodian, the Chinese retrieved the body of a sergeant major who had committed hara-kiri, while a gravely injured private was found attempting to slit his own throat with his bayonet. Luodian remained the immediate target for nearly all the Japanese forces in the area, facing the same Chinese units that had driven them out on August 23rd. The Chinese were well entrenched in and around the town, but they lacked the numbers to consider launching offensive operations against the Japanese at Chuanshakou. Instead, their priority was to strengthen their defenses. While waiting for the Japanese to resume the assault, they endured massive and sustained bombardment. Among the Chinese officers, there was a growing sense of crisis and a palpable fear that their defensive line could collapse at any moment. From their perspective, the Japanese appeared to be gaining momentum. However, the situation looked quite different from the Japanese invaders' point of view. Japanese casualties began to rise as the Chinese reinforcements sent to the Luodian area started to make an impact. Two days after the landings, the number of dead and injured from the 11th Division had exceeded 400, and the toll continued to climb. Among the casualties was a senior staff officer who was killed moments after stepping off his landing craft at Chuanshakou, struck down by a Chinese aircraft that had evaded Japanese fighter cover. The death toll escalated so quickly that not all bodies could be cremated, as was customary for the Japanese; privates and junior officers were hastily buried instead. For an army that prided itself on honoring its fallen soldiers more than those left alive, this was a significant blow to morale. The 3rd Division faced different challenges in its sector. It was subjected to relentless attacks on the first day of the landing and had to repel two further major enemy assaults on the second day. Additionally, it experienced occasional shelling from Chinese artillery located on the Pudong side. The greatest threat, however, came from the division's right flank. North of the landing zone lay Wusong Fortress, which had been guarding the approach to Shanghai since the wars against British and French forces in the mid-19th century. From their fortifications, Chinese infantry and artillery continuously targeted the Japanese as they disembarked from their boats and advanced inland. They also fired upon small vessels navigating up the Huangpu River, delivering supplies to the division. As the 3rd Division expanded its bridgehead in the days following the landing, Wusong Fortress remained a persistent threat, impeding the buildup of Japanese forces on shore. Compounding the Japanese sense of being encircled, the village of Yinhang to the south was also under Chinese control. This, combined with the steadily increasing number of Chinese defenders in front of the landing zone, created a challenging tactical situation for the Japanese. Although initial casualties had been lighter than the planners had feared, the number of Japanese losses began to rise. By the 25th, the 3rd Division, often referred to as the “Lucky” Division, reported over 300 accumulated casualties. Two days later, that number had escalated to 500, the majority of whom were killed in action. On the 28th, the 3rd Division was finally able to capture the village of Yinhang, freeing itself somewhat from the tactical constraints it had faced up to that point. On the same day, following an intense naval bombardment, the 11th Division launched an assault on Luodian. Leading the charge was Wachi Takaji, a 44-year-old regimental commander who surged forward with his sword drawn, personally dispatching several enemies along the way. The Chinese defenders were driven out of the town and fled down the roads leading inland. By noon, Luodian was firmly under Japanese control.  However August 29th marked a significant triumph for Chinese diplomacy, as Chiang Kai-shek's signed a non-aggression treaty with the Soviet Union. The pact between Nanjing and Moscow laid the political and diplomatic groundwork for Soviet military aid to China while ensuring that the Soviet Union would not reach an agreement with Japan as long as hostilities continued. Initially, Chiang Kai-shek had been wary of Soviet intentions, expressing concerns in his diary on August 1st, when the diplomats were preparing the treaty, that he feared the Kremlin might use the agreement to pressure Japan into signing a similar pact with Moscow. However, following the signing, skepticism gave way to optimism. Three days after announcing the treaty, Chiang confidently predicted in a speech that the Soviet Union would eventually enter the war against Japan. Chiang would not be wrong about that, but it would only come in 1945, officially. Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin had a clear reason to encourage China to engage in a full-scale war with Japan: it would secure Russia's western flank while he focused on the strategic challenges posed by a Europe dominated by Hitler. A conflict with China could drain Japanese resources, thereby reducing the threat from Asia in the long term. Exasperated British diplomats attempted to warn Chiang Kai-shek about what they perceived as a Soviet ruse, advising that the Russians “only have their own interests in mind.” Nevertheless, this did little to undermine the Chinese leader's belief in the Soviet Union's willingness to help. At a deeper cognitive level, there was a reason why Chiang Kai-shek and his associates clung to the belief that not only Soviet aid but also direct Soviet participation in the hostilities was imminent. This aligned with their expectations of how a war with Japan would unfold. The Chinese General Staff's War Plan A, drafted in 1937, was based on the premise that a conflict with Japan would soon trigger a larger conflict involving either the Soviet Union or the United States. Thus, the key objective for China was to withstand the superior Japanese forces until relief could arrive from a more powerful ally, whether that be Russian or American. This strategy was not as naive as it might seem; it was based on the understanding that neither Moscow nor Washington would want to see Japanese power grow too strong on the Asian mainland. Despite the capture of Luodian and Yinhang, the Japanese continued to face significant challenges. Their grip on the Shanghai region remained highly precarious, relying on control of two isolated pockets north of Shanghai and a beleaguered garrison within the city. Due to their numerical inferiority, they were under intense pressure from Chinese forces. The landings at Wusong and Chuanshakou had initially bolstered the manpower in the Shanghai area by fewer than 8,000 troops, and although reinforcements were gradually arriving, the pace was slow. Matsui Iwane recognized the need for a more radical increase in troop levels to achieve a decisive outcome. By the end of August, he cabled Tokyo, arguing that to complete the operation successfully, he required a total of five divisions or at a minimum the release of the 11th Division's Amaya Detachment, currently stationed in northeast China, to reunite with the division at Chuanshakou. The Japanese imperial staff and navy command responded mostly favorably, agreeing to redirect the detachment to Shanghai alongside several units of the elite marines. One week after the landings, Wusong Fort continued to pose a significant problem for the 3rd Division and the navy, which was responsible for supplying the division. Chinese artillery fire made anchoring near the landing zone a perilous endeavor, resulting in several naval officers being killed when caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. At times, the shelling was so severe that vessels had to interrupt their operations and retreat to a berth in the middle of the Huangpu River, unloading only part of their supplies. Matsui now planned for the 3rd Division to launch a frontal assault on Wusong, while the 11th Division would maintain a support role, dispatching only one regiment to assist. The attack commenced at 10:00 am on August 31rd. Following an intensive naval and aerial bombardment involving 30 planes, a regiment from the 3rd Division boarded landing craft, sailed down the Huangpu River, and landed on the riverbank north of Wusong. Throughout the afternoon and into the evening, the soldiers engaged in fierce skirmishes with scattered Chinese units in front of Wusong in preparation for a final entry into the city. Meanwhile, the Asama Detachment from the 11th Division initiated its part of the offensive by marching along the bank of the Yangtze toward Shizilin. On the morning of September 1st, the Japanese tightened their grip on Wusong. The regiment from the 3rd Division seized a hamlet west of Wusong and readied for an assault on the town itself. The defending Chinese forces put up strong resistance, and it was not until late afternoon that the Japanese made any significant progress, aided by artillery fire from their ships. The Asama Detachment experienced somewhat greater success that day, successfully capturing the fort at Shizilin in the afternoon. The Japanese launched their final offensive against Wusong at dawn on the 2nd. To their surprise, the fort fell with relative ease. By 10:00 am, Matsui saw the Rising Sun flag hoisted over Wusong. “I felt boundless gratification,” he noted in his diary.  With the fall of Wusong, the town of Baoshan became the last major obstacle to uninterrupted Japanese control of the riverbank, stretching from Chuanshakou to the outskirts of Shanghai. The fort at Baoshan also posed a significant threat to Japanese naval operations due to its strategic location at the confluence of the Yangtze and Huangpu rivers. Chiang Kai-shek fully recognized the importance of Baoshan and ordered a battalion of the 98th Infantry Division to hold the town at all costs. Baoshan had one notable advantage: like many ancient Chinese towns, it was encircled by a thick city wall that had historically helped fend off invaders and still served its defensive purpose well. The Japanese were acutely aware that Baoshan favored defense, and even a small contingent of Chinese forces could potentially hold out for an extended period.  On the 4th, the 3rd Division sluggishly advanced toward Baoshan. Around mid-afternoon, an artillery unit arrived to assist by bombarding the city wall. Despite this support, the Japanese soldiers, sent in waves to scale the wall, suffered significant casualties and failed to penetrate the defenses by nightfall. At noon on September 5, Japanese bombers launched an air raid on Baoshan, while naval artillery rained shells indiscriminately over the town's gray roofs. The land attack began an hour later when Japanese tanks advanced toward the town gates. The Japanese pressed the Chinese defenders into a shrinking perimeter. By sunset, the defenders were left with only 100 soldiers. The night passed without incident, as the Japanese refrained from attacking without air support, but everyone knew that dawn would herald the end. Just as the sun rose above the horizon, the assault resumed. As the city neared its fall, the defending commander Yao Ziqing ordered a soldier to escape and report the situation to his superiors. Unnoticed by the Japanese, the soldier scaled a wall and fled into the surrounding countryside, becoming the sole survivor of the battle. He carried with him a message from the battalion: “We are determined to stay at our posts and to continue fighting the enemy until each and every one of us is killed.” 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. Despite initial Chinese hopes for a counteroffensive by the newly arrived 36th Infantry Division, their inexperience and poor coordination led to heavy losses. As the Japanese gained reinforcements, they executed strategic landings at Chuanshakou and Wusong, overwhelming Chinese defenses. Amidst escalating casualties, Chinese troops struggled to maintain morale. However, their resolve to fight persisted, even as defeat loomed over the besieged city and its defenders.

In this mammoth episode Kevin is joined by fellow “metroidvania” enthusiasts Jordan Vickers and Kade (@TheGreenGorillaGamer) to tackle the critically acclaimed Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Jordan warned Kevin and Kade the game is much bigger and longer than expected, but they had no idea how hard the story goes and the epic turns it takes. They all spend more than two hours gushing about it in great detail, starting with some general thoughts about the game, covering what amulet builds and Athra (magic) surges worked best for each of their play styles. Then they jump into a long discussion about some of the amazing environments, epic boss fights, and story surprises that were genuine shocks for them. Kevin decided to go all-in on the game and gives a brief overview of the DLC and why it is a must-buy if you like the base game at all. This is a massive game and we hope this episode helps convince you to play it if you haven't already.

You Were Never Meant to Be Controlled – Here's the Truth They Hid. The War Against Your Soul was strategic — but your reconnection is inevitable. In this powerful episode of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers shares messages directly from The Creator and the Universal Beings who created this Universe. This is not just a podcast — it's a spiritual awakening podcast revealing the truth about human existence, hidden from humanity for over 50,000 years. Discover how mass manipulation has shaped the systems we live in — from government and religion to medicine and education — and how these systems have used military strategies to sever you from your divine connection, from your intuition, from your soul. You were never meant to be disconnected from your soul or from truth. That's why you feel agitated, annoyed and frustrated whenever you're being lied to. These reactions are the vibration of your soul when you're meant to see the lies so you can avoid any negative challenges that may result. Even when your mind isn't consciously aware of the lies, your soul is 100% sure so it communicates with you through frequency and vibration to ensure you to remember the truth. This episode is a direct activation to help you reconnect with your soul, reclaim your authentic human vibration, and access Truth direct from The Creator you've always carried deep within. You'll learn how angelic spiritual war tactics have impacted human evolution — and how the only true path forward is not through resistance, but soul remembrance, self mastery, and consciousness vibration. 🔑 In Part 44, you will: • Discover how the soul was separated through manipulation • Reclaim the vibration of your soul • Experience a full energetic reconnection • Understand your role in awakening humanity • Be guided through an inner shift that activates your new earth leadership This is an invitation to stop searching outside of yourself and finally remember what you've always known: You are the answer. You are the light. You are the leader. 🎧 Watch now to step into your truth, your power, and your purpose. ✨ Subscribe to The Authentic Human Podcast for more episodes revealing the highest spiritual truth and quantum healing guidance on Earth. ⏬ Timestamps: 2:03 - Arrival of the Angelics 4:16 - Military strategies taught to humanity 6:34 - Why manipulation was part of the plan 8:11 - Access universal consciousness 10:32 - The vibration of YOU 13:12 - Journey of reconnection 19:52 - Lift the net: release fear, pain, and control 23:46 - You are here to lead 🔔 Subscribe to stay connected to the most advanced spiritual self discovery and energy healing wisdom on the planet. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #AuthenticHumanPodcast #MichelleVickers #authentichuman #SpiritualAwakening #UniversalTruth #ReclaimYourPower #HumanityRising #TruthSeeker #HealthyBoundaries #WARStrategy #ConsciousAwareness #higherconsciousness #GreatAwakening #SoulPurpose #Sovereignty #MassManipulation #AscensionJourney #EnergyHealer #GalacticWisdom #SelfRealization #RiseOfHumanity #NewEarthFrequency Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

Angels Explain Why Boundaries Are Creating More Problems Than Good In Your Life. What if the real war has never been about weapons or borders — but about you forgetting who you truly are? In this powerful installment of The Story of Creation, Michelle, in direct partnership with The Creator and the First and Second Streams of Angelics, shares the real strategy behind global manipulation — and how it has strategically unfolded over the past 50,000 years. This episode reveals how humanity was taught to distrust itself, how fear was weaponized through systems like religion, education, and entertainment, and how we were trained to fight each other to stay distracted from what really matters: the truth of who we are. You'll discover the real reason trust was introduced into the universe — not as a weakness, but as a divine lifeline to restore your connection to soul. We dive into how boundaries, trauma, and repeated emotional cycles are used to sever your access to universal wisdom and how reconnecting to your internal awareness dismantles their control. This isn't just knowledge. It's activation. You weren't created to be governed. You were created to be self-governing. You weren't meant to be divided — you were designed to be connected, both to your soul and the greater universal consciousness. And this is the moment to remember. This episode is a transmission of remembrance. A reawakening of your divine architecture. The war is psychological. The battle is energetic. But the truth? The truth is what will set you free. You are not broken. You've just been programmed to forget. Now, it's time to turn the tap of truth back on. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #authentichuman #SpiritualAwakening #UniversalTruth #ReclaimYourPower #HumanityRising #TruthSeeker #HealthyBoundaries #WARStrategy #ConsciousAwareness #higherconsciousness #GreatAwakening #SoulPurpose #Sovereignty #MassManipulation #AscensionJourney #EnergyHealer #GalacticWisdom #SelfRealization #RiseOfHumanity #NewEarthFrequency Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble or Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

One World Government Exposed: The Truth They've Buried for 50,000 Years What if everything you've ever believed about the world was designed to distract you from the truth of who you really are? In this powerful episode of The Story of Creation, Michelle shares insight directly from The Creator and the Universal Beings who created this Universe. Together, they reveal the real reason behind the wars we're witnessing, the global power structures shaping humanity's future, and how the illusion of control is collapsing in real time. This isn't just a global war — it's a spiritual war. One where truth, awareness, and self-recognition are your greatest weapons. From the secret plans of world leaders to the foundational systems of manipulation through religion, finance, education, and health — nothing is off-limits. But the most potent message? You were never powerless. You came here with purpose, encoded with 9 fundamental universal energies. Energies that are your power source when you remember how to access and use them appropriately. The systems that were designed to break you have only buried your strength beneath layers of fear, guilt, and judgment. This episode reveals the depth of manipulation they are willing to take against you are meant to reclaim your rightful place in existence. The world isn't ending. The system is. And 2026 will be the year of freedom and purity — but only if we do the work now. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #authentichuman #SpiritualAwakening #UniversalTruth #ReclaimYourPower #HumanityRising #TruthSeeker #OneWorldGovernment #SpiritualRebellion #ConsciousAwareness #GreatAwakening #SoulPurpose #EnergeticSovereignty #MassManipulation #AscensionJourney #LightVsDarkness #EnergyHealer #GalacticWisdom #SelfRealization #RiseOfHumanity #NewEarthFrequency Listen on your favourite podcast App by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

Who Would Lie To You About Who You Are, How Would They Do It & Why. What if the fear, judgment, and suffering you've internalized weren't your fault—but the result of a carefully orchestrated system designed to stop you from accessing truth so you can actually participate in your reason for existence? In this powerful episode of The Story of Creation, Michelle partners with The Creator to bring forward the long-hidden truth about the reptilian influence on humanity, their role in the invention of religious hierarchy, and the global programming that taught you to fear your own soul. These beings can't evolve in their own universe—so they came here to explore human evolution. When they realized they couldn't participate in evolution or influence it on their own, they tried to block it. They introduced systems of control, guilt, judgment, and manipulation through institutions like religion, economics, education, royalty, and generational beliefs. 50,000 years of strategically disconnecting you from your divine birthright: self-awareness, soul communication, and fulfillment. But their influence is crumbling. 2025 is the year of respect—not for an external power, but for the sacred truth within. You were always meant to be in connection with your soul, with universal beings, with one another. You were never meant to live small, anxious, or angry. The Creator reminds us: the time to reclaim your heritage is now. This is your invitation to stop feeding the lies and start embodying Truth. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #ReptilianAgenda #SpiritualRevolution #SoulAwakening #TruthSeeker #ReclaimYourPower #DivineConnection #BreakTheMatrix #ChannelledWisdom #authentichuman #ConsciousEvolution #AwakenedHumanity #UniversalTruth #YouAreEnough #SoulRemembrance #JudgmentIsAnIllusion #HealingThroughAwareness #HigherConsciousness #2025Awakening #EnergeticFreedom #RememberWhoYouAre Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & FaceBook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

The comparison between Ghislaine Maxwell and Kristina Khorrum misses the mark because it fundamentally misrepresents their roles and levels of power within the criminal enterprises they were allegedly tied to. Ghislaine Maxwell operated as a partner to Jeffrey Epstein—his chief recruiter, enabler, and co-conspirator in a global sex trafficking operation. She was embedded in the core infrastructure of Epstein's scheme, allegedly participating in abuse and directly managing the grooming and procurement of girls. Kristina Khorrum, by contrast, is not accused of building or leading a criminal network. While her name has surfaced in connection with allegations involving Sean Combs, there is no indication she held a central operational role akin to Maxwell's. Positioning Khorrum as a "Maxwell-type" distorts the dynamics at play and exaggerates her authority within the hierarchy.A more appropriate comparison is between Kristina Khorrum and Sarah Kellen Vickers, one of Epstein's assistants who functioned as a gatekeeper and scheduler for abuse but operated under Epstein and Maxwell's control. Like Vickers, Khorrum has been portrayed in some accounts as someone who facilitated logistics—setting up appointments, flights, and possibly assisting with Combs' social circles—but not as a mastermind or commanding authority figure. Both women occupied roles that blurred the line between assistant and enabler, raising difficult legal and ethical questions about complicity versus coercion. Importantly, neither was the architect of the criminal enterprise they were allegedly part of; they were the gears, not the engine. Drawing parallels to Vickers allows for a more nuanced and realistic evaluation of Khorrum's alleged actions—one that accounts for power dynamics, proximity to abuse, and potential pressures, rather than flattening them under the weight of sensational comparisons.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The comparison between Ghislaine Maxwell and Kristina Khorrum misses the mark because it fundamentally misrepresents their roles and levels of power within the criminal enterprises they were allegedly tied to. Ghislaine Maxwell operated as a partner to Jeffrey Epstein—his chief recruiter, enabler, and co-conspirator in a global sex trafficking operation. She was embedded in the core infrastructure of Epstein's scheme, allegedly participating in abuse and directly managing the grooming and procurement of girls. Kristina Khorrum, by contrast, is not accused of building or leading a criminal network. While her name has surfaced in connection with allegations involving Sean Combs, there is no indication she held a central operational role akin to Maxwell's. Positioning Khorrum as a "Maxwell-type" distorts the dynamics at play and exaggerates her authority within the hierarchy.A more appropriate comparison is between Kristina Khorrum and Sarah Kellen Vickers, one of Epstein's assistants who functioned as a gatekeeper and scheduler for abuse but operated under Epstein and Maxwell's control. Like Vickers, Khorrum has been portrayed in some accounts as someone who facilitated logistics—setting up appointments, flights, and possibly assisting with Combs' social circles—but not as a mastermind or commanding authority figure. Both women occupied roles that blurred the line between assistant and enabler, raising difficult legal and ethical questions about complicity versus coercion. Importantly, neither was the architect of the criminal enterprise they were allegedly part of; they were the gears, not the engine. Drawing parallels to Vickers allows for a more nuanced and realistic evaluation of Khorrum's alleged actions—one that accounts for power dynamics, proximity to abuse, and potential pressures, rather than flattening them under the weight of sensational comparisons.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Truth About Reptilians I've Kept Secret For 18 years. For 50,000 years, a story has been unfolding—a story that shaped governments, families, religions, and royalty. But it's not the story you've been told. In this explosive episode of The Story of Creation, The Creator reveals the true origins of reptilian existence on Earth, their intention, and why it was never about harming us—it was about exploration. They didn't come to destroy humanity. They came to experiment with control and manipulation. And what they discovered became the blueprint for the systems we live under today. Royalty, separation, worth hierarchies—all seeded by a single family line designed to test the boundaries of control. The Creator allowed it. Not because we are weak, but because we are infinitely powerful. We just forgot. And in that forgetting, we became programmable. But now the veil is lifting, and truth is re-emerging. The illusion of powerlessness is unraveling. You'll learn: • Why the reptilian agenda was rooted in curiosity, not cruelty • How manipulation became mistaken for divine order • The role of royalty in modern global control • Why The Creator never intervened—and why that's a gift, not a punishment • How to stop feeding the illusion and start building a reality rooted in self-respect and soul remembrance This isn't about anger. It's about awareness. Your emotions are valid, but your truth is more powerful. Evolution is the path forward—not judgment, not vengeance. 2025 is the year of respect—but not just respect for others. It starts with self-recognition. And that's where true freedom begins. The Story of Creation is Your Story. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #ReptilianAgenda #SpiritualTruth #HiddenHistory #SoulPower #UniversalAwakening #RoyaltyExposed #EnergeticSovereignty #TruthRevealed #AwakenHumanity #ConsciousEvolution #authentichuman #MichelleAndTheCreator #ControlAndManipulation #FreeWillTruth #QuantumConsciousness #RememberWhoYouAre #RaiseYourVibration #SpiritualBreakthrough #SovereignSoul #AncientKnowledge Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble, or Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

The comparison between Ghislaine Maxwell and Kristina Khorrum misses the mark because it fundamentally misrepresents their roles and levels of power within the criminal enterprises they were allegedly tied to. Ghislaine Maxwell operated as a partner to Jeffrey Epstein—his chief recruiter, enabler, and co-conspirator in a global sex trafficking operation. She was embedded in the core infrastructure of Epstein's scheme, allegedly participating in abuse and directly managing the grooming and procurement of girls. Kristina Khorrum, by contrast, is not accused of building or leading a criminal network. While her name has surfaced in connection with allegations involving Sean Combs, there is no indication she held a central operational role akin to Maxwell's. Positioning Khorrum as a "Maxwell-type" distorts the dynamics at play and exaggerates her authority within the hierarchy.A more appropriate comparison is between Kristina Khorrum and Sarah Kellen Vickers, one of Epstein's assistants who functioned as a gatekeeper and scheduler for abuse but operated under Epstein and Maxwell's control. Like Vickers, Khorrum has been portrayed in some accounts as someone who facilitated logistics—setting up appointments, flights, and possibly assisting with Combs' social circles—but not as a mastermind or commanding authority figure. Both women occupied roles that blurred the line between assistant and enabler, raising difficult legal and ethical questions about complicity versus coercion. Importantly, neither was the architect of the criminal enterprise they were allegedly part of; they were the gears, not the engine. Drawing parallels to Vickers allows for a more nuanced and realistic evaluation of Khorrum's alleged actions—one that accounts for power dynamics, proximity to abuse, and potential pressures, rather than flattening them under the weight of sensational comparisons.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

The Creator and Archangel Michael have stepped forward in this powerful episode of The Story of Creation — and everything is about to change. Part 39 of The Story of Creation isn't just a message. It's a Soul Activation. For the first time in this series, Archangel Michael joins the conversation with a truth that cuts through the fog of emotion, distraction, and judgment: You don't need to prove your worth. You were created with divine precision — your soul holds an essence that no other being in existence carries. And that essence? It's needed now more than ever. Archangel Michael brings forward the energetic blueprint of discernment — the sacred key to self-governance. He breaks down how emotional attachments have kept humanity trapped in cycles of fear, anger, and separation — and how your true path can only be followed through feeling, instinct, and a deep knowing of your soul's mission. You were designed to govern yourself. Not by judgment. Not by fear. But by the wisdom encoded in your being. Then, The Creator delivers a cosmic prophecy: A global event is coming. One that will shift the course of human history from the inside out. This is the resurrection of your soul — the moment to reclaim your original awareness, rise beyond manipulation, and return to the purity of why you were created. This is a calling to those ready to lead with truth. To those done with proving, pleasing, and surviving. To those who came here to fulfill their role in the evolution of humanity. This episode is your map back to self-recognition. Your soul already knows the way. Are you ready to listen? If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #ArchangelMichael #TheCreatorSpeaks #SoulResurrection #SpiritualAwakening #Discernment #SelfGovernance #ChanneledMessages #CosmicWisdom #LightworkersUnite #DivineBlueprint #SpiritualLeadership #UniversalTruth #EnergyHealing #RiseInAwareness #QuantumEvolution #HumanityAwakens #TruthFrequency #AscensionPath #RememberWhoYouAre Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

Join us as we dive into the unconventional journey of Grayum Vickers, the innovative wine director and sommelier at Richmond’s Lost Letter and Lillian restaurants. Discover how this former high school meteorology teacher and punk rock musician found his passion for wine. Grayum shares his insights on coastal wines, the thrill of serving celebrities, and his excitement about the rare opportunity to offer Dom Pérignon by the glass. Explore how Grayum is helping to redefine Richmond's wine scene with his unique approach and expertise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this message, Sky continues our series going through the epistle of James, focusing on the dangers of our tongue!

This Is Why You're Feeling Pressure Right Now (And What To Do About It). EP113 - Welcome to Part 38 of The Story of Creation, a groundbreaking episode exploring the true nature of your soul, your purpose, and the greatest evolutionary shift humanity has ever experienced. We are not the same species we were 50,000 years ago—and we're not meant to be. This episode reveals the sacred reason why we are here to evolve, to remember, and to reclaim the wisdom of our original intention. But this evolution didn't come from peace—it was shaped by pain, struggle, and manipulation. Every experience you've had, every life you've lived, has been a conscious choice—each one carrying the potential for soul growth. We are now in a state of restored consciousness, where the soul is rising from beneath layers of control, fear, and programming. It's not always comfortable—this year in particular feels like immense pressure—and that's because your true self is pushing to emerge. The discomfort is not a breakdown. It's a breakthrough. This episode challenges you to stop hiding from yourself, to stop feeding fears that were never yours to begin with, and to reclaim your role as an explorer of consciousness. The foundation of the new world is not built on fear—it is built on the wisdom of your soul, on the vibration of truth, and on the willingness to live from the light within you. We'll explore what it means to live in soul alignment, why every interaction you've had is timestamped by the universe, and how success—true soul fulfillment—is achieved through self-recognition, not performance. You were born to remember. You were born to participate. You were born to be the bridge between ancient wisdom and a future where humanity thrives. This isn't a call to escape the world. It's a call to create a new one—from the inside out. Let the remembrance begin. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #SpiritualAwakening #CompassionIsPower #ChristConsciousness #SoulEvolution #authenticHuman #QuantumAwareness #YouChoseThis #AwakeningJourney #AncientWisdom #UniversalTruth #TheStoryOfCreation #ReclaimYourPower #DivineDesign #ConsciousLiving #CreatorWisdom #TruthFrequency #SpiritualPodcast #EnergyUpgrade #LightWarriorPath #RememberWhoYouAre #SoulReclamation Listen on your favourite podcast App by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

What the Creator Wants You to Know About Judgment, Pity & Your Awakening. What if compassion isn't just a feeling—but the missing frequency that can activate your soul, reconnect you to universal truth, and help humanity awaken within days? In this powerful transmission, The Creator and Jesus reveal the true reason behind Jesus' arrival in physical form: not to save, but to reignite conscious awareness. To remind us who we are, why we are here, and how to reclaim our sovereignty through the vibration of compassion—not pity, not control. You'll discover why every soul on this planet strategically chose their families, circumstances, and challenges—because within those setups lies the exact trigger for your awakening. Your soul wrote a plan. You're not lost—you're just remembering. This episode also pulls back the veil on quantum consciousness, explaining how everything you do, think, and feel becomes part of the eternal record. Nothing is erased. You are contributing to the living library of existence. Your actions matter more than you know. But there's a catch. You can't reclaim your truth while still clinging to beliefs that distort it. Especially the belief that change must be uncomfortable. You were designed to evolve—to transform. And you are fully equipped to do so. When you stop justifying fear, when you stop mistaking judgment for awareness, and when you choose compassion as your frequency, you unlock the next level of your consciousness. You step into your role on the divine team of billions, not by fitting in—but by becoming who you were created to be. This is your moment to rise. To see clearly. To feel deeply. To live the truth you were born to remember. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #SpiritualAwakening #CompassionIsPower #ChristConsciousness #SoulEvolution #authenticHuman #QuantumAwareness #YouChoseThis #AwakeningJourney #AncientWisdom #UniversalTruth #TheStoryOfCreation #ReclaimYourPower #DivineDesign #ConsciousLiving #CreatorWisdom #TruthFrequency #SpiritualPodcast #EnergyUpgrade #LightWarriorPath #RememberWhoYouAre #SoulReclamation Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

50-year-old Simon Vickers was the very definition of a devoted father. He lived in a modest suburban semi just outside of Darlington in County Durham with his long-time partner, Sarah Hall, and their 14-year-old daughter, Scarlett. Friends described him as hands-on, affectionate, and utterly devoted to his only child. So why then, on the evening of July 5th, while Sarah stood at the stove cooking spaghetti Bolognese for her family, did Simon drive a kitchen knife eleven centimetres into Scarlett's chest? Why would a loving father turn into a killer in the blink of an eye? What darkness was simmering beneath the surface of this seemingly ordinary home? In this episode, we peel back the layers of this devastating family tragedy as we attempt to answer these questions. If you would like access to exclusive bonus content and to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ww.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code 7DC64 for 50% off your first month! Code only valid until 24.06.25. Cancel anytime. If you would like to GIFT a Patreon membership to a special someone, head to www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast/gift If you would like to buy us a coffee (or wine!), hit the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get your merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.seeingredpodcast.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears - check her work out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.soundcloud.com/DeadDogInBlackBag⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Co-Producer: Ade Parsley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This past month, Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols announced the creation of the Greenwood Trust, a $105 million private fund dedicated to repairing and restoring the Greenwood District—site of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. In an address rich with history and a call for shared courage, Nichols described the fund as the city's next step in righting past wrongs and investing in a more just and equitable future. Let's listen to this historic moment.A young man locked up for a minor probation violation is dead—his body battered and his family left in the dark. The case of Marquiel Ross, a 24-year-old from Tulsa, raises serious questions about a broken prison system and the deadly consequences of a culture of neglect and mismanagement. Jeremy Kuzmarov has details.In the conclusion of our broadcast of Tribal Justice: The struggle for Black Rights on Native Land (full story can be found on Audible.com), we hear about Michael Hill, a Cherokee Freedmen who was arrested by the Okmulgee Police in the fall of 2020. He fought to have his case transferred to tribal court because he's an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation. After all, this was right after the McGirt decision which returned criminal jurisdiction to tribal nations in Oklahoma when they involve Native people-like Michael. But Michael's case was complicated-because of his status as a Black man with no blood quantum, his case did not qualify to be transferred. In this series, we've been exploring how centuries old laws have impacted people like Michael, and his brother Mikail, who was murdered in 2016. His case was transferred out of state court even though, like Michael, he is an enrolled Cherokee Freedmen. Listen as Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez conclude the story.In the first months of President Trump's second term, the phrase "constitutional crisis” has routinely made headlines, but for United States military veterans it's not just another media buzzword. Across the country a new movement has formed to give veterans a public forum to address concerns about the erosion of the federal government's system of checks and balances and civil rights established by the U.S. Constitution. One town hall meeting was recently held in Enid. Venson Fields has the story.Tulsa City-County Library's, or TCCL's, annual summer reading initiative "One Book, One Tulsa" is in full swing. With the goal of promoting literacy and community conversations, the novel This Great Hemisphere by author Mateo Askaripour has been selected for the program. G. Vickers speaks with the author and brings us details on the program.Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio and Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by The Commemoration Fund and Press Forward.Our theme music is by Moffett Music.Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana and Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Smriti Iyengar, Jesse Ulrich, and Naomi Agnew. Our production interns are Alexander Evans, Jordan Sinkfield, Jessica Grimes, and Roma Carter. You can visit us online at KOSU.org or FocusBlackOklahoma.com and on YouTube @TriCityCollectiveOK. You can follow us on Instagram @FocusBlackOk and on Facebook at facebook.com/FocusBlackOk.You can hear Focus: Black Oklahoma on demand at KOSU.org, the NPR app, NPR.org, or where ever you get your podcasts.

50-year-old Simon Vickers was the very definition of a devoted father. He lived in a modest suburban semi just outside of Darlington in County Durham with his long-time partner, Sarah Hall, and their 14-year-old daughter, Scarlett. Friends described him as hands-on, affectionate, and utterly devoted to his only child. So why then, on the evening of July 5th, while Sarah stood at the stove cooking spaghetti Bolognese for her family, did Simon drive a kitchen knife eleven centimetres into Scarlett's chest? Why would a loving father turn into a killer in the blink of an eye? What darkness was simmering beneath the surface of this seemingly ordinary home? In this episode, we peel back the layers of this devastating family tragedy as we attempt to answer these questions. If you would like access to exclusive bonus content and to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ww.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code 7DC64 for 50% off your first month! Code only valid until 24.06.25. Cancel anytime. If you would like to GIFT a Patreon membership to a special someone, head to www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast/gift If you would like to buy us a coffee (or wine!), hit the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get your merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.seeingredpodcast.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears - check her work out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.soundcloud.com/DeadDogInBlackBag⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Co-Producer: Ade Parsley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Use This Universal Method To CREATE Anything You Want. What if everything you've ever wanted already exists—and your soul has been waiting for you to ask for it in the right way? In this transformational episode of The Authentic Human Podcast, Michelle Vickers shares the life-altering tool she's used for over 20 years to build a conscious relationship with her soul & The Universal Beings who created existence and humanity. The Sacred Prayer is more than a spiritual ritual, it's a living practice—a soul technology—that opens direct communication with your soul, The Creator, and the Universal Beings who created this Universe. You'll learn how to activate and embody the 9 Universal Energies of existence that were coded into your soul essence and your physical DNA: Love, Compassion, Respect, Joy, Purity, Balance, Movement, Truth, and Illumination. These aren't just words—they are potent energetic vibrations and frequencies that when you remember how to attune yourself with their universal wisdom, you to reclaim your divine origins and rewrite your life. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your path, stuck in cycles of trauma, or simply ready to cultivate more meaning, love, and abundance, the Sacred Prayer practice offers a powerful framework to guide your transformation. Discover how to: • Speak directly to your soul and receive wisdom in return • Align your energy with your highest vision and goals • Anchor your wildest dreams into physical reality • Transform suffering into self-recognition and deep healing • Create energetic blueprints for relationships, health, joy, and purpose Michelle also shares how to write your own Sacred Prayer and use it daily—to set your intentions every morning and seal your vibration every night. By breathing life into these words and hearing your own greatness aloud, you train your mind, body, and soul to recognize and receive the life you're meant to live. This episode is not just a teaching—it's an initiation into a new way of being. If you're ready to awaken your soul, embody your light, and experience irrevocable change, this is the place to start. Access your free guide to Create Your own Sacred Prayer @ https://michellevickers.com/ Until next time, much love, Michelle #SacredPrayer #SpiritualAwakening #SoulAlignment #UniversalWisdom #EnergyHealing #QuantumManifestation #SoulCommunication #RaiseYourVibration #SelfHealing #SpiritualPractice #ConsciousLiving #InnerTruth #SoulPurpose #ManifestationTools #SacredPrayer #VisionToReality #ConsciousCreation #QuantumPrayer #AlignedLiving #SoulWisdom #AncientTruths #SacredKnowledge #SpiritualTools #HigherConsciousness #QuantumSpirituality #CreatorWithin Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

A father claimed it was just a tragic accident—said he threw a knife instead of a spatula during a “play fight” with his daughter.But 14-year-old Scarlett Vickers was dead from a stab wound straight to the heart.Her father, Simon Vickers, was sentenced to life in prison with a 15-year minimum. Now the Court of Appeal has ruled on whether that sentence was too lenient.This is your bonus update on the case of Simon and Scarlett Vickers.(Side note: I listened to the initial case and heard that I accidentally once called Scarlett - Simone. Apologies for that.)Listen to the initial case here:https://murderandlove.com/father-stabs-14-year-old-daughter-in-the-heart-claims-accident-simon-vickers/**************************************Do you have thoughts about this case, or is there a specific true crime case you'd like to hear about? Let me know with an email or a voice message: https://murderandlove.com/contactFind the sources used in this episode and learn more about how to support Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide and gain access to even more cases, including bonus episodes, ad-free and intro-free cases, case files and more at: https://murderandlove.comMusic:℗ lesfreemusicBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/love-and-murder-heartbreak-to-homicide--4348896/support.

EP110 You Were Created to Heal: The Forgotten Truth About Human Existence What if you were never broken? What if the exhaustion, the discomfort, the chronic disconnection you feel—aren't flaws—but signals that you've strayed from your true design? In this sacred installment of The Story of Creation, The Creator and Universal Beings who designed humanity unveil a truth long hidden: you were built to self-heal. Not metaphorically. Literally. Your cells were created to regenerate. Your senses were built to guide you. Your discomfort is a map—not a malfunction. This episode radically reframes healing, stripping it of industry, comparison, and complexity. Healing isn't something to buy, outsource, or fix. It is a return to balance, a realignment with your soul's original blueprint. You'll learn the difference between self-care and self-healing, the real reason modern methods often fail, and how water, oxygen, and primal intention are the essential pillars of your vitality. This isn't New Age. This is Before Age—a remembering of what you've always been. You'll also explore: • Why your tank feels empty and how to refuel it with truth • Why your soul delivers discomfort as a divine redirection • How your mind has been blocking your healing by trying to “fix” what isn't broken • How to hold 100% belief that your body knows exactly how to come back into balance It's time to reclaim your power, not through effort—but through remembrance. You are the healer. You are the fuel. You are the medicine. If you enjoyed this episode like, follow and share with those you feel are ready for this level of conscious awareness. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #SelfHealing #YouAreTheMedicine #DivineBlueprint #SoulAwakening #EnergyHealing #TheStoryOfCreation #AncientWisdom #CreatorChanneling #RememberWhoYouAre #ConsciousHumanity #SpiritualAwakening #QuantumHealing #SelfHealingJourney #InnerBalance #SovereignBeing #HealingEnergy #AwakenHumanity #EmbodiedWisdom #TruthFrequency #PrimalAwareness Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

In Part 35 of The Story of Creation, we go deeper than ever before. You'll hear Michelle having a conversation directly with The Creator and the Universal Beings who originally created this Universe and brought you into existence. This episode reveals a forgotten truth: your breath is the foundation of your power, your health, and your purpose. Not food. Not medicine. Oxygen. The first and most sacred life source. We explore: • Why your relationship with oxygen determines your capacity to heal • How fear, judgment, and civilization trained you to breathe incorrectly—and how to reclaim your breath as a source of divine energy • The reason your body was built to purify air and water, and how this capacity has been turned against you • How to start reversing physical illness, mental suffering, and emotional confusion by restoring one sacred rhythm: your breath • Why the upcoming shifts in our air quality are not a threat—but an opportunity to step back into alignment with who you truly are This is not just about wellness. This is about resurrecting humanity. It's about healing at the level of existence—remembering who you were originally created to be. If you've been feeling exhausted, disempowered, or at odds with your body, this message is for you. If you're ready to breathe your way back to your soul, press play. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #TheStoryOfCreation #SpiritualAwakening #ConsciousBreathing #BreatheToHeal #ReturnToSource #HumanDesign #DivineRestoration #OxygenIsLife #EnergeticHealing #SoulRemembrance #NewEarthBuilders #BreathworkJourney #AncientTruths #AwakenHumanity #UniversalWisdom #BreathIsPower #MindBodySpirit #HolisticHealing #ReclaimYourPower Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

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Humanity Is Awakening: The Creator's Plan Is Unfolding. In this soul-stirring episode of The Story of Creation, the truth behind your origin is revealed. You are not a coincidence. You are a magnetic mass of intelligent energy, intentionally formed by The Creator and aligned with the vibration of the universe itself. This is more than spirituality. This is the blueprint of your being. Your soul carries a magnetic charge that flows in divine alignment. When this flow is interrupted, you suffer—but not because you're broken. Because you've been trained to ignore your innate power. The Creator is calling you back to yourself. This episode dives deep into: • The true nature of your soul's energy • Why your potential is limitless and encoded with intelligence • How suffering is actually sacred preparation • Why we're living through the most powerful shift in human history • The truth behind fear, conditioning, and spiritual control over the last 50,000 years • The divine reason YOU chose your family, your life, your pain • What it really means to resurrect your humanity Now is the time to remember who you are. You were created with intention. You are here for a reason. And your soul knows exactly what to do. The Creator is more excited than ever—for YOU. Not because you're perfect, but because you're powerful. The world doesn't need more followers. It needs awakened creators. And that includes you. Watch. Remember. Rise. If this resonates with your soul, watch, share, and join the movement. The universe is watching. And it's ready to respond. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #SpiritualAwakening #EnergyHealing #TheStoryOfCreation #SoulPurpose #YouArePowerful #DivineTiming #ConsciousLiving #RememberWhoYouAre #AscensionJourney #CreatorWisdom #HighVibrations #AwakenYourSoul #HumanityRising #MagneticEnergy #HealingFromWithin #SpiritualShift #KnowYourPower #EnergyAlignment #ResurrectHumanity Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

You Are Part of Creation's Greatest Moment. In this transformative episode of The Story of Creation, we uncover the profound truth: the universe is not just something you're living in—it's something you're actively co-creating. Your energy, your curiosity, and your presence are not random. They are sacred. They shape the very fabric of matter and consciousness. We've been told stories rooted in fear, control, and disempowerment. But what if those stories were never true? What if your soul came here not to struggle, but to restore, to lead, and to remember who you truly are? The longing in your heart to create, to impact, to love—that's not ego. That's your divine assignment. You are not broken. You are being rebuilt for this time. Every challenge you've faced has been sacred preparation. You are not here by accident—you are here to participate in the resurrection of humanity. This is the invitation to rise, to reconnect with the truth of your soul, and to create a world where every being thrives. If this resonates with your soul, watch, share, and join the movement. The universe is watching. And it's ready to respond. Until next time, much love, Michelle Join the conversation before and after Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #SpiritualAwakening #SoulPurpose #YouAreTheCreator #ConsciousEvolution #LightworkerJourney #AscensionPath #ChanneledWisdom #DivineBlueprint #EnergyHealing #UniversalTruth #SpiritualPower #SoulExpansion #TruthSeeker #HigherSelf #AwakenHumanity #QuantumConsciousness #NewEarthRising #SacredRemembrance #CosmicTruth #HumanRestoration Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble or Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

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The Truth about Jesus, from Jesus Himself. When Jesus arrived, he triggered the potential for massive transformation and growth for humanity. But then something very odd happened…episode 106 explains how the truth was manipulated and how an entire population suffered even more as a result. Thank you for joining me for The Story of Creation as we discover the truth of your existence and creation itself direct from The Universal Beings who created it. Your support & contributions mean the world to me, so please remember to share, like, comment & subscribe! Until next time, much love, Michelle Join the conversation before and after Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #Thestoryofcreation #consciosuness #spirtualawakening #ancientwisdom #Jesus Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

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‘Why You Exist' & ‘Why You Came Into THIS Life Now' Are Different. You are a very specific frequency and vibration based on the intention The Creator had for you during your creation. You can shift your frequency and vibration based on your intention. This is not only the basis of creation, but it is HOW you're meant to help change the world. Thank you for joining me for The Story of Creation as we discover the truth of your existence and creation itself direct from The Universal Beings who created it. Your support & contributions mean the world to me, so please remember to share, like, comment & subscribe! Until next time, much love, Michelle Join the conversation before and after Live recordings of The Story of Creation by becoming a member of our private community The Authentic Human Collective. JOIN HERE: https://michellevickers.com/community/ #Thestoryofcreation #consciosuness #spirtualawakening #ancientwisdom #Whyyouexist Watch full episodes on YouTube, Rumble & Facebook by searching: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers

Jordan and Zac have finally convinced Kevin to play Untitled Goose Game and they all sit down to talk (and laugh) about it. They cover all of their favorite antics that the player can take part in as the goose wreaks havoc through this small “Sim-like” neighborhood. Zac makes a case for why this is a game that EVERYONE should at least try, and how it's the perfect length for what kind of game it is. If you know what you're doing, you could even finish it in the time it takes to listen to this podcast, but we recommend not ignoring the faultless sound design and music that adds so much character to this experience. There's another mischievous bird out there besides Woody Woodpecker causing just as much trouble. So watch out and thanks for listening!

Cancer is among the most common and feared diseases in the modern world. Dr. Selwyn Vickers—president and CEO of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center—joins host Mark Labberton to discuss how precision oncology, data, and faith are transforming cancer treatment. A distinguished cancer surgeon and pancreatic cancer researcher, Vickers explains how groundbreaking advances in genomics, immunotherapy, and AI are transforming once-lethal diagnoses into survivable and even chronic conditions. Together, they explore not only the cutting-edge science of cancer care but also the spiritual, emotional, and social dimensions that affect every patient and caregiver. Resonating with themes of suffering, hope, and resurrection, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and courage for all who are affected by cancer—from those newly diagnosed, to medical professionals, to grieving families and curious listeners. Episode Highlights “We're getting to a point where we will, in the next five to seven years, have a much better chance to cure people—and to make pancreatic cancer a chronic illness.” “We are in what's somewhat coined the golden age of cancer research.” “Cancer is a disease that creates an existential threat in ways no other illness does.” “If a tumour forms, it means your body's immune system has made a social contract with the cancer.” “We changed the diagnosis in 10–12 percent of the patients who come to us—sometimes from cancer to no cancer.” “Cancer care is a team sport. And our patients often inspire us more than we help them.” Helpful Links & Resources Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center BioNTech – creators of mRNA vaccines for COVID and cancer CAR T-Cell Therapy Overview (Cancer.gov) Tim Keller on cancer and hope Emma Thompson's Wit (HBO) BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genes and Cancer Risk MSK-IMPACT: Next-Gen Tumor Profiling About Selwyn Vickers Selwyn M. Vickers, MD, FACS, is the president and CEO of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and the incumbent of the Douglas A. Warner III Chair. He assumed the role on September 19, 2022. Vickers is an internationally recognized pancreatic cancer surgeon, pancreatic cancer researcher, and pioneer in health disparities research. He is a member of the National Academy of Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Society of Scholars. He has served on the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Board of Trustees and the Johns Hopkins University Board of Trustees. Additionally, he has served as president of the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract and the Southern Surgical Association. Vickers is the immediate past president of the American Surgical Association. He also continues to see patients. In 1994, he joined the faculty of the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) as an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, where he was later appointed to professor and the John H. Blue Chair of General Surgery. In 2006, Vickers left UAB to become the Jay Phillips Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Born in Demopolis, Alabama, Vickers grew up in Tuscaloosa and Huntsville. He earned baccalaureate and medical degrees and completed his surgical training (including a chief residency and surgical oncology fellowship) at the Johns Hopkins University. Vickers completed two postgraduate research fellowships with the National Institutes of Health and international surgical training at John Radcliffe Hospital of Oxford University, England. Vickers and his wife, Janice, who is also from Alabama, have been married since 1988. They have four children. Show Notes The ongoing threat and fear of cancer How Selwyn Vickers got into medicine Pancreatic cancer: Vickers's expertise “We are in what's somewhat coined the golden age of cancer research.” Sequencing the human genome “Is there a drug that might target the mutation that ended up creating your cancer?” Cancer as both a medical and existential diagnosis The revolution of precision oncology through human genome sequencing ”It takes a billion cells to have a one centimetre tumor.” Immunotherapy: checkpoint inhibition, CAR T-cell therapy, and vaccines Cellular therapy:   ”Taking a set of their normal cells and re-engineering them to actually go back and target and attack their tumors. … We've seen patients who had initially a 30 percent chance of survival converted to an 80 percent chance of survival.” “We know in many tumours there's something called minimal residual disease.” “Immunizing yourself against cancer is a significant future opportunity.” Managing the power of data with AI and computational oncology Cancer-care data explosion: the role of computational oncologists Cancer vaccines: breakthrough mRNA treatment for pancreatic cancer ”Didn't ultimately win. We had to suffer through her losing her life, but was so appreciative that she got much more than the six months she was promised.” Tumour misdiagnoses and the importance of specialized expertise Pancreatic cancer challenges: immune cloaking and late-stage detection In the past, one in four would die from the operation for removing pancreatic cancer Long-term survival Future of cancer detection: AI-based medical record analysis and blood biopsies More accurate blood tests to confirm conditions Using AI to select those who are high-risk for cancer Pastor Tim Keller died of pancreatic cancer. In the past, “your doctor … helped you learn how to die.” ”[God's] given man the privilege to discover those things that have been hidden. And over time we've gradually uncovered huge opportunities to impact people's lives.” The state of breast cancer research and treatment “If you get the diagnosis of breast cancer, you have a 90 percent chance to survive and beat it over a five-year period of time.” ”In general, we're in a great state of understanding how to treat breast cancer, how to detect it early, and then have selective and targeted mechanisms to prevent it from coming back.” Prostate cancer research and treatment Theranostics: using a specific antibody to target cancer cells specifically Pediatric cancer:  ”We actually treat more children for cancer than any hospital in America now, but in general, the survival for pediatric cancers is greater than 80 percent.” Emotional, psychological, and spiritual toll of cancer: importance of psycho-oncology How Sloan Kettering developed psycho-oncology to help cancer patients with mental and spiritual health Personal story: how a cafeteria worker empowers patients through food choices “We give back to them the right to choose what they get to have on their tray.” Cancer treatment is a team sport. Wit (film, Broadway play)—actress Emma Thompson plays a cancer patient studying the work of John Donne on death Socioeconomic and racial disparities in cancer care outcomes The healing role of community, support teams, and compassionate listening The importance of listening to cancer patients who are preparing to die The spiritual courage of patients and the transformative power of faith “Our patients often help us. We see the grace with which they often handle that journey.” The inspiration behind becoming a doctor: family legacy and human impact Terminal care: the sacred responsibility of walking with patients to the end Cancer research and treatment as a Christian vocation and expression of humanity Production Credits