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This Day in Legal History: United States v. VirginiaOn this day in legal history, June 26, 1996, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark decision in United States v. Virginia, striking down the Virginia Military Institute's (VMI) male-only admissions policy. The 7–1 ruling held that the exclusion of women violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Writing for the majority, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg emphasized that gender-based government action must demonstrate an “exceedingly persuasive justification” to be constitutional.VMI had long argued that its adversative, military-style education would be compromised by the inclusion of women. In response to the lawsuit, Virginia created a separate program for women at Mary Baldwin College, which the Court found to be inherently unequal. The Court concluded that Virginia failed to show that its gender-based admissions policy was substantially related to an important governmental objective.Justice Ginsburg's opinion stressed that generalizations about gender roles cannot justify the denial of opportunity. The ruling did not require VMI to change its core program but made clear that women must be given equal access to it. This decision marked a significant moment in the legal evolution of gender equality and helped to dismantle one of the most visible public institutions that had resisted coeducation.Justice Scalia dissented, arguing that the decision imposed a rigid standard of gender equality that went beyond the Constitution's text and history. Nevertheless, the ruling reflected the Court's growing skepticism of laws that enforce traditional gender roles. United States v. Virginia remains one of the most cited gender discrimination cases and is considered a hallmark of Ginsburg's judicial legacy.A federal judge has extended a block on the Trump administration's attempt to dismantle Job Corps, a longstanding job training program for low-income youth. U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter ruled that the Department of Labor's plan to abruptly end the program without congressional approval likely violates federal law. The decision came in response to a lawsuit filed by the National Job Corps Association and several of its contractors.Job Corps, established in 1964, provides educational and vocational training for disadvantaged individuals aged 16 to 24. It currently serves about 25,000 participants at 120 centers nationwide, with an annual budget of $1.7 billion. The administration argued the program was inefficient, citing low graduation rates, poor job placement, and issues with violence and security at centers.However, plaintiffs maintain that only Congress can terminate a federally funded program and that the Labor Department failed to follow statutory procedures for closing individual centers. Judge Carter agreed, stating that once Congress mandates and funds a program, the executive branch cannot unilaterally terminate it.US judge extends block on Trump's bid to eliminate Job Corps program | ReutersA federal judge in San Francisco ruled in favor of Meta Platforms, dismissing a copyright lawsuit brought by authors who accused the company of using their books without permission to train its AI system, Llama. U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria found the authors failed to show sufficient evidence that Meta's AI training harmed the market for their work—an essential element in proving copyright infringement under U.S. law.While Chhabria emphasized that unauthorized use of copyrighted works for AI training could be illegal in many scenarios, he clarified that his ruling was limited to the plaintiffs' failure to present the right arguments or evidence. This position diverges from another recent ruling in which Judge William Alsup found that Anthropic's AI use of copyrighted content qualified as fair use.The authors' legal team criticized the decision, calling Meta's actions a form of “historically unprecedented pirating,” while Meta praised the outcome and defended fair use as essential for developing transformative AI technologies.This case is part of a broader legal wave in which creators are challenging companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Anthropic over AI systems trained on copyrighted materials. At the heart of the dispute is whether using such content without payment or permission to create AI-generated works constitutes fair use or undermines creative incentives.Meta fends off authors' US copyright lawsuit over AI | ReutersAnd in a piece I wrote for Forbes yesterday, I note the IRS managed an objectively successful 2025 filing season—processing nearly 138 million returns, most of them electronically—but also that success masks deeper structural weaknesses. While headline numbers are strong, the IRS suspended over 13 million returns, largely due to fraud checks or errors, delaying refunds and spotlighting operational vulnerabilities. One of the most glaring issues is the average 20-month wait time for identity theft victims to resolve their cases, many of whom are low-income taxpayers urgently awaiting those refunds.Staffing levels are at crisis lows: the IRS workforce shrank by 26% in the first half of 2025, casting doubt on its ability to maintain performance as the temporary funding from the Inflation Reduction Act winds down. Looking ahead, the 2026 expiration of key provisions from the 2017 tax law will require major administrative overhauls—updates to forms, guidance, and withholding tables—that the current IRS may be too under-resourced to handle.The agency has promising plans, including digitization of paper returns and case system integration, but even the best-designed systems require trained staff to implement and maintain them. Moreover, modernization must be inclusive: 17% of Americans still lack internet access, and an effective IRS must serve them too. Ultimately, tax administration is not just a technical task—it's a distributive justice issue, and how we fund and staff it determines who bears the burden when the system falters.What The IRS' 2025 Filing Season Tells Us About The Future Of Taxes This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Doug Bahrns knew he wanted to be a U.S. Marine Corps officer when he finished high school a couple of years before 9/11. He graduated from the Virginia Military Institute and was commissioned as a Marine Corps officer. After going to officer's training at Quantico, Bahrns was assigned command of 3rd Platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 8th Marines in 2003. By 2004 they were in Iraq, and a few months later they would be involved in some of the fiercest fighting of the war - the Second Battle of Fallujah.In this edition of Veterans Chronicles, Bahrns discusses the ramping up to the battle, how he got orders to get his men ready for the fight in the middle of the night, and what he went over in his mind just before the battle began.Bahrns describes the successful push to the mayor's complex, the vicious fighting to move out from there, and the brutal house-to-house fighting that followed. He explains the very effective method of clearing houses, how those gains stayed secured, and how his Marines escaped from a very precarious situation at a place they called "The Alamo."Finally, Bahrns details the devastating loss of Cpl. Bradley Faircloth in late November 2004 and how Faircloth's death still weighs on him today.

Ryan R. Holston is Professor and holder of the Jonathan Myrick Daniels '61 Chair for Academic Excellence at Virginia Military Institute. In this episode we discuss his paper We Are All Victor Frankenstein: Our Romantic Dream of Artificial IntelligencePaper link: https://voegelinview.com/we-are-all-victor-frankenstein/Second paper: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10457097.2023.2196223#abstractBecome part of the Hermitix community:Hermitix Twitter - ⁠⁠ / hermitixpodcast⁠⁠ Hermitix Discord - ⁠⁠ / discord Support Hermitix:Hermitix Subscription - ⁠⁠https://hermitix.net/subscribe/⁠⁠ Patreon - ⁠⁠ www.patreon.com/hermitix⁠⁠ Donations: - ⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod⁠⁠Hermitix Merchandise - ⁠⁠http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2⁠⁠Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0xfd2bbe86d6070004b9Cbf682aB2F25170046A996

Mes chers camarades, bien le bonjour ! Bienvenue dans la série des morts insolites de l'histoire ! En principe la Guerre de Sécession américaine, c'est pas Joe l'rigolo : en 4 ans de conflits, il y a eu 800 000 morts. Et pourtant, il y a deux officiers, j'ai pas pu m'empêcher de rire en découvrant leur histoire, alors je vous les partage !Bonne écoute !

Send us a textStonewall Jackson In this episode of The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast, I am joined by self-confessed Stonewall Jackson fan Chris Mackowski to discuss the life of Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson. Born on January 21, 1824, in Clarksburg, Virginia, Jackson graduated from West Point in 1846 and began his career in the artillery. He fought in the Mexican-American War, but in 1852, he resigned his military commission to accept a teaching position at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia, where he served as a Professor of Natural and Experimental Philosophy. Throughout his life, Jackson faced several tragedies, but his devotion to his faith helped him persevere. When the Civil War began, he accepted a position in the Confederate Army. During the Battle of First Bull Run, he earned one of the most famous nicknames in American Civil War history: "Stonewall." JacksonOther Confederate Figures.Confederate Figures. The Figures of the American Civil War Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq4wzArTJ9uSWdMiDqA71aAuov88XNRvMThe music used in this podcast is courtesy of author Cody C. Engdahl, who has written a series of novels set during the American Civil War.You can find more information at the following links: Amazon: http://author.to/CodyCEngdahlChris Mackowski's Emerging Civil War Series book The last days of Stonewall Jackson https://emergingcivilwar.com/publication/ecw-series-the-last-days-of-stonewall-jackson-by-chris-mackowski-and-kristopher-d-white/ACW & UK History's Website.https://darrenscivilwarpag8.wixsite.com/acwandukhistoryACW & UK History's Pages.https://linktr.ee/ACWandUKHISTORYSupport the show

Mike Petrusky hosted a Chief Facilities Officer panel discussion at the 2025 Annual Conference for the Virginia Chapter of APPA where the theme was “Holistic Facility Solutions: Balancing Operational Efficiency with Health and Wellness Priorities”. The panelists were Ken Copeland, Vice President for Business Affairs and Finance at Hampden-Sydney College, Steve L'Heureux, Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management Services at VCCS, Chip Filer, Vice President for Facilities and Campus Operations, at Christopher Newport University, Keith Jarvis, Director of Facilities Management at Virginia Military Institute and Lalit Agarwal, President & Chief Executive Officer for APPA. They explored the many ways the education facilities management industry is facing significant challenges, including declining enrollment, budget cuts, and the need for skilled professionals with a different set of skills due to technological advancements. APPA emphasizes the importance of balancing operational efficiency with health and wellness priorities and effective communication and collaboration among various departments are crucial for aligning with the institution's mission and ensuring the well-being of campus communities. The panel offers their insights and experiences as FM leaders and encourages you to being curious and ask questions as you seek to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Visit the Virginia Chapter of APPA conference website: https://virginia-appa.org/2025-vappa-conference/ Discover more about APPA: https://www.appa.org/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Feelings of burnout and boredom have become prevalent in modern life. To understand the roots of and solutions to these issues, we can turn to both ancient philosophers and contemporary thinkers. Among the latter is Korean-German philosopher Byung-Chul Han, whose thought-provoking analyses are gaining increasing recognition.If you're not yet familiar with Han's philosophy, Steven Knepper, a professor at the Virginia Military Institute and the co-author of a new critical introduction to this modern philosopher's work, will take us on a tour of some of Han's key ideas. In the first part of our conversation, Steven unpacks Han's concept of the “burnout society” and why so many of us feel tired from participating in what he calls “auto-exploitation” and “positive violence.” We then discuss how our burnout society is also a “palliative society” that tries to avoid suffering at all costs and how our obsession with health has turned us into a modern version of Nietzsche's “last man.” We end our discussion with some of Han's ideas for resisting the pitfalls of modernity, including embracing ritual, contemplation, and an openness to the mystery of others.Resources Related to the PodcastByung-Chul Han's books, including The Burnout Society and The Palliative SocietyShop Class as Soulcraft and The World Beyond Your Head by Matthew B. CrawfordNew Verse ReviewSteven's work at The LampDying Breed Article: Resonance as an Antidote to Social AccelerationDying Breed Article: What Nietzsche's Typewriter Brain Can Tell Us About Twitter BrainSunday Firesides: Protect the Sanctum Sanctorum of SelfhoodSunday Firesides: We Need as Much Meaning Extension as Life ExtensionConnect With Steven KnepperSteven at VMI

Virginia Military Institute's Board of Visitors selected a new president during a special meeting Wednesday. The position opened up when two members resigned following a vote by the panel to not extend the contract of Superintendent Cedric Wins, the first Black man to hold the post. Dave Cantor has more.

Dr. Thomas Engel joins Steph to talk about the concerns of children in child dependency and how Christians can make a big impact in caring for these children.   Bio: Dr. Engel has been a member of the LCMS at various churches since the age of 4. He is an Eagle Scout, an alumnus of the Virginia Military Institute, and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He has also worked professionally as an EMS paramedic and an industrial saturation diver. He has an MBA and is a Doctor of Human Services with a focus on the concerns of children in child dependency. He has served children as a Child Protective Investigator, Guardian ad Litem supervisor, case manager supervisor, member of Florida's Critical Incident Rapid Response Team, ICPC Deputy Administrator, ICAMA Deputy Administrator, foster parent, and adoptive parent. Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: lcmslife.org For resources on the family: lcmslife.org/family An LCMS Guide to Supporting Foster Families: https://lcmslife.org/resource/lcms-guide-to-supporting-foster-families/  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Reeves heads to Virginia for a college tour. In Part 2, we'll discuss the five private colleges on this tour. Follow Chris as he eats and tours his way through Virginia, where he finds a new friends, new favorite colleges, and the greatest chilidog of his life (he's still thinking about it). University of Richmond (01:20) Hampden-Sydney College (14:13) Sweet Briar College (23:55) Washington and Lee University (30:29) Virginia Military Institute (46:12) - Actually a public school, but fit in this episode best! Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturation/sport-rock-trailer/sport-rock-trailer/ https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturation/sport-rock-trailer/sport-rock-trailer-short/

Reporter Dean Mirshahi speaks with Maj. Michael LaRocca, a Virginia Military Institute professor. Note: This episode discusses mental health, illness and suicide. Mental health and suicide prevention resources In emergency situations, call 988 or 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Deaf or Hard of Hearing? 1-800-799-4889 En Español: 1-888-628-9454 Mental Health America of Virginia Warm Line: 1-866-400-MHAV (6428) Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Holidays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Spanish Services (Friday and Saturday), 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Text/Chat Support (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday), 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Veterans Crisis Line & Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, Press 1 Crisis Text Line: 741-741

Steven E. Knepper is Associate Professor in the Department of English, Rhetoric, and Humanistic Studies at the Virginia Military Institute. In this episode we discuss Byung-Chul Han's book 'The Spirit of Hope'.---Become part of the Hermitix communityHermitix Twitter - https://x.com/HermitixpodcastSupport Hermitix:Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/Patreon - www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpodHermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

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Chris Kreider is the Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach at Rice University where he is in his second stint at Rice and his sixth season working with Head Coach Rob Lanier, including the last two years as an assistant coach at SMU and three seasons at Georgia State.Kreider was selected to the Top Connect Basketball Symposium in 2022 and 2023, a networking and leadership event that includes athletics directors and some of the top assistant coaches in the country. He was also invited to the 2023 Jay Bilas Coaches Leadership Program, which is intended to help experienced Division I assistant coaches continue to refine their philosophy both on and off the court.Kreider's first stint at Rice was from 2017-19. Prior to that he worked in various roles at Virginia Military Institute, George Mason, Georgia Southern, Georgia Tech, USC Aiken, and the University of Great Falls. As a college player Kreider started as a small forward at three colleges, playing one year at Mansfield University before transferring to Grove City College (Pa.). In his junior season, Kreider led the Wolverines in scoring (12.3 ppg) and steals (52). He finished his playing and academic career at Lebanon Valley College.On this episode Mike & Chris discuss coaching, player development, and the evolving landscape of college basketball. Kreider emphasizes the importance of servant leadership and authentic relationships with players, highlighting how these connections enhance both individual and team growth. He reflects on his journey through various coaching roles, discussing the challenges and joys that come with balancing a demanding career and family life. He provides valuable advice for high school players navigating the recruitment process, urging them to understand their goals and find the right fit academically and athletically. As the conversation unfolds, Kreider also addresses the impact of the transfer portal and NIL on recruiting, advocating for a more sustainable model that maintains the integrity of college athletics while adapting to new realities.Follow us on Twitterand Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.Make sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.Have your notebook ready as you listen to this episode with Chris Kreider, Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach at Rice University.Website - https://riceowls.com/sports/mens-basketballEmail - ckreider@rice.eduTwitter/X - @CoachKreider

Watch Call me Back on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcast To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: https://arkmedia.org/ Dan on X: https://x.com/dansenor Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dansenor As we wait in anticipation of a hostage deal, we welcome President Trump's incoming National Security Adviser, Rep. Mike Waltz, to the podcast, to discuss the possible hostage deal, and his thoughts on the U.S.-Israel relationship.  Congressman Mike Waltz is a Colonel (Ret.) in the National Guard, and the first Green Beret to be elected to Congress. He worked on counter-terrorism in the Bush White House and was a policy advisor at the Pentagon, serving under Secretaries Rumsfeld and Gates, and a Congressman from Florida. As President Trump is sworn in as president - this upcoming Monday, January 20th, inauguration day - so will Mike Waltz, as the president's National Security Advisor.  Mike graduated from the Virginia Military Institute with Honors and served 27 years in the U.S. Army and National Guard. After being commissioned as an Army lieutenant, Mike graduated Ranger School and was selected for the elite Green Berets, serving worldwide as a Special Forces officer with multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, the Middle East and Africa. For his actions in combat, Mike was awarded four Bronze Stars, including two for Valor.  Mike is the author of the books, “Warrior Diplomat: A Green Beret's Battles from Washington to Afghanistan”: https://a.co/d/18NEaB0 , and “Hard Truths: Think and Lead Like a Green Beret”: https://a.co/d/c0lnM9B

Accomplished Special Operations leader for 26 years with a passion for coaching and mentoring others and developing new ideas and initiatives while always maintaining the highest ethics. Brad is a highly analytical problem solver, adapt at arranging the individuals on the team for optimal success and creating opportunities for emerging leaders to develop and grow. With over 80 months of combat experience throughout Afghanistan and North-Western Africa, he has had the honor of serving with and leading the most elite people on earth. Brad Moses is a native of New Jersey. He graduated from the Virginia Military Institute in May 1995. He has served in the 82d Airborne Division, the 75th Ranger Regiment and 3rd Special Forces Group Brad resides in Holly Ridge North Carolina with his wife Stacy and their two sons, Hunter and Lucas. Brad has a Master of Science in Strategic Studies, from the United States Army War College, and a Bachelor of Arts, in English, from Virginia Military Institute

Send us a textAlabama defeats LSU 42-13 in an absolute beat down of the Tigers, we recap what happened in the film room. Then we move on to the FCS opponent of Mercer with film of their last game versus the Virginia Military Institute.Join the Newsletter!https://joinsubtext.com/georgeteagueThanks for listening! Find us online and on Twitter! Sign up on our site for free for exclusive content!MERCHANDISE: https://millions.co/products?athleteIds=0165e442-822c-4217-ab47-f63bc3aa37eaShow Website: https://teaguestake.comLatest VOD: https://live.teaguestake.comGeorge Teague Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeaguefootballJT Teague Twitter: https://twitter.com/BamaJ13

At 17, Ryan Pavel joined the Marine Corps, which led to two non-combat deployments in Iraq. He later obtained his B.A. from the University of Michigan and his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law. Ryan's teaching roles have included serving as a Teach for America corps member in an inner-city Detroit high school and as an adjunct instructor at the Virginia Military Institute. He has worked with various legal entities, including legal aid organizations and a prominent national law firm. As the CEO of the Warrior-Scholar Project, Ryan Pavel harnesses his firm belief that enlisted veterans possess boundless potential to transform military service into significant contributions in higher education and other fields.

Steven E. Knepper is Associate Professor in the Department of English, Rhetoric, and Humanistic Studies at the Virginia Military Institute. --- Become part of the Hermitix community Hermitix Twitter - https://x.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/Patreon - www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Congressman Mike Waltz represents Florida's 6th Congressional district. A true warrior diplomat, he is the first Green Beret elected to Congress • He is a combat-decorated Army Special Forces Officer and served as a White House and Pentagon policy advisor between combat deployments to Afghanistan. • Congressman Waltz attended the Virginia Military Institute and served more than two decades in the U.S. Army conducting multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. He continues to serve the country as a Colonel in the National Guard. • He is the author of the book WARRIOR DIPLOMAT: A GREEN BERET'S BATTLES FROM WASHINGTON TO AFGHANISTAN. • His new book HARD TRUTHS: THINK AND LEAD LIKE A GREEN BERET where he shares how the mindset he honed in military service can help anyone - in politics, in business or in life - conquer everyday challenges, is available now. • To learn more about Mike, follow him on Instagram @michaelgwaltz, and X, @RepWaltzPress. JACK CARR INSTAGRAM Today's guest on the @dangerclose podcast is Congressman Mike Waltz @michaelgwaltz • A true warrior diplomat, he is the first Green Beret elected to Congress where he represents Florida's 6th congressional district. • He is combat-decorated Army Special Forces Officer and served as a White House and Pentagon policy advisor between combat deployments to Afghanistan. • Congressman Waltz attended the Virginia Military Institute and served more than two decades in the U.S. Army conducting multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. He continues to serve the country as a Colonel in the National Guard. • He is the author of the book WARRIOR DIPLOMAT: A GREEN BERET'S BATTLES FROM WASHINGTON TO AFGHANISTAN. • His new book HARD TRUTHS: THINK AND LEAD LIKE A GREEN BERET is out now! • Find our conversation and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the Jack Carr YouTube Channel – LINKS IN BIO. • New episodes of JACK CARR DANGER CLOSE drop every Wednesday. • #Jack Carr #JackCarrUSA #MikeWaltz #WarriorDiplomat #GreenBeret #SpecialForces #DangerClose #DangerClosePodcast jack carr,targeted,jack carr book,the terminal list,targeted:beirut,jack carr danger close,October 7th,Coping with War,uncensored,iraq,fox news,trump,kamala,foreign policy,combat veteran,shawn ryan show,#1 New York Times bestselling,Concerned Veterans for America,FOX Nation,war,israel,china,hamas,andrew bustamante,pbd podcast,mike waltz,special forces,Congressman Waltz,national security

Last week, I debated former U.N. Ambassador John Bolton at the Virginia Military Institute on the topic of foreign interventionism. It was a competition of ideas between neoconservatism vs. America-First. At the beginning of the debate, 19% of the audience agreed with my position. By the end, it was 55%. It's amazing what happens when you engage in open debate with hard facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steven Knepper is Associate Professor of English and Bruce C. Gottwald, Jr. '81 Chair for Academic Excellence at Virginia Military Institute. A scholar as well as a poet, Steve is the collaborative author of a book on the work of the South Korean philosopher Byung-Chul Han, the editor of a volume on the Irish philosopher …

Heartland's Tim Benson is joined by Spencer D. Bakich, Professor of International Studies and Director of the National Security Program at the Virginia Military Institute, and Senior Fellow at the University of Virginia's Miller Center, to discuss his new book, The Gulf War: George H. W. Bush and American Grand Strategy in the Post-Cold War Era. They chat about how Bush fashioned a grand strategy to bring about a New World Order designed to transform international politics by focusing on great power cooperation through the United Nations, how Bush's strategic beliefs oriented American statecraft in peace and war, and how the war's outcome exposed faulty assumptions about the international system that underpinned that strategy.Get the book here:  https://kansaspress.ku.edu/9780700636884/the-gulf-war/

David Pouleris grew up in Richmond Virginia and attended Midlothian High School. His interests during this time included skateboarding, flying, collegiate-style wrestling, hunting, fishing, and being an active member of the volunteer fire department and rescue squad. He attended Virginia Military Institute and graduated in 1998. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve as a Motor Transport Operator until his commissioning in 1999. After The Basic School 2nd Lieutenant Pouleris graduated from communication school and was awarded the Communication Officer MOS. In the 20 years Dave spent in the Marine Corps he served in the following units: 4th Combat Engineer Battalion | 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit | 2d Force Service Support Group | 2d Force Reconnaissance Company | 2d Marine Special Operations Battalion (now known as 2d Raider Battalion) | Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Atlantic | Programs and Resources, Headquarters Marine Corps - Pentagon | Marine Security Cooperation Group | Headquarters, Marine Forces Special Operations Command. While on active-duty Dave was certified as a Navy and Marine Corps Parachutist and a Joint Terminal Attack Controller Instructor (JTAC-I). His personal awards included the Meritorious Service Medal (x2), Navy Commendation Medal (x3), Army Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, and numerous unit and campaign awards. Dave's deployed experiences while on active duty include Joint and Multi-National training evolutions both home and abroad, as well as deployments to Kosovo, Kuwait, two tours in Iraq and one tour in Afghanistan. Upon retirement from the Marine Corps in 2018 Dave became the first Director of Programs for The Honor Foundation (THF) campus serving Marine Forces Specials Operations Command in Wilmington North Carolina. In 2021 Dave turned over his duties at The Honor Foundation and was hired as the Vice President of Operations for CloudWyze, an IT services company in Wilmington N.C. In 2022 Dave was presented with a rare opportunity to return to the fire service as a Firefighter / EMT with the North Topsail Beach Fire Department where he still serves part-time. In 2024 Dave was hired as the full-time Operations Manager with PipeView Technologies, a utility cleaning and surveying company in Wilmington N.C.

Heartland's Tim Benson is joined by Spencer D. Bakich, Professor of International Studies and Director of the National Security Program at the Virginia Military Institute, and Senior Fellow at the University of Virginia's Miller Center, to discuss his new book, The Gulf War: George H. W. Bush and American Grand Strategy in the Post-Cold War Era. They chat about how Bush fashioned a grand strategy to bring about a New World Order designed to transform international politics by focusing on great power cooperation through the United Nations, how Bush's strategic beliefs oriented American statecraft in peace and war, and how the war's outcome exposed faulty assumptions about the international system that underpinned that strategy.Get the book here:  https://kansaspress.ku.edu/9780700636884/the-gulf-war/

Thank you for listening. Send us a text message. Today I have a conversation with Bobby Blackwell- entrepreneur, marketing consultant, and men's health advocate.  Bobby has a rich background in entrepreneurship; he likes to create something from nothing! Bobby and I caught up to talk about: entrepreneurship,  the importance of good health, and living a life of purpose. Bobby also shares his personal journey of dealing with mental health challenges that caused him to hit life's reset button and prioritize what's important in life.  Bobby is currently a partner and the director of sales for From Baltimore With Love (a dynamic multifaceted entity whose singular mission is crafting a compelling digital narrative that authentically represents Baltimore City through a diverse range of initiatives such as campaigns spanning various mediums, including apparel, PSA's, commercials ,documentaries, short films, special events, and collaborations with local, regional, and national brands.Blackwell also serves as an Associate Producer with the Waissman Group (of Broadway fame - Grease, Torch Song Trilogy and Agnes of God) which is scheduled to bring the original production of Josephine to Broadway. Blackwell has also worked as the Director of Business Development with CCC Diagnostics, LLC (CCCD), a molecular diagnostic company whose proprietary platform technology Direct Hit™ Drug Response Indicator Test Panel, analyzes an individual patient's tumor in order to indicate the drug sensitivity/resistance to FDA-approved, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommended chemotherapy drugs currently on the market. Bobby has been fortunate to have had a diverse career and is very proud of his accomplishments as he has worked as a consultant to private companies, business owner and a public employee. He was the founder and CEO of Ultima Group Inc and has also done previous stints with the international brand Bang & Olufsen and Hallmark Marketing Corporation.Blackwell holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Virginia Military Institute. He currently lives in Baltimore, Maryland with hiswife and son.Support the show

Sharif Gray is a dedicated trial lawyer with extensive experience in the courtroom, having served as a United States Army JAG Officer, a Drug and Vice Prosecutor, and now as a personal injury lawyer. He is known for his meticulous preparation, persuasive advocacy, and a strong commitment to achieving justice for his clients.A valedictorian from the Virginia Military Institute and a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, Sharif has a proven track record in securing significant verdicts and settlements. He also holds a master's degree in trial advocacy from Temple University and has completed the renowned Gerry Spence Method for trial lawyers.Outside of work, Sharif enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, participating in kickball, and staying active with CrossFit.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharifgray/

Learn more about Marine & Energy Insurance in a PROFocus courses: Course Schedule Steven Paul Weiss, MS-Inc, CPCU, AMIM, NAMS-CMSSteven's experience in Ocean and Inland Marine Insurance includes over 35 years of experience as a Marine Surveyor, Loss Adjuster, Direct Insurance and Reinsurance Underwriter following his eight years of active and reserve service with the U.S. Navy.Steven has recently started Incarnation Specialty Underwriters an Ocean and Inland Marine Delegated Underwriting Authority focused on Cargo, Project Cargo, Transportation and other lines.Previously as Senior Vice President/Chief Underwriting Officer at Munich Re Specialty Group Insurance Services, Steven was responsible for a team of Ocean and Inland Marine Underwriters writing over 140 million in direct premium at loss ratios below 40%. He worked closely with underwriters, brokers, and assureds to minimize risk and maximize return for both parties. Steven has extensively travelled and worked internationally, opening offices in Latin America while at Liberty and worked with insureds on 6 continents.Steven's passions include family, gardening, Sporting clays, the Houston Marine and Energy Insurance Conference and mentoring and developing incoming or current colleagues in the Insurance Space.A lifetime learner and self-professed insurance nerd, Steven received his BA-History from Virginia Military Institute, MS – Insurance Management from Boston University and the Associate in Marine Insurance Management and Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter certification from the American Institute for CPCU.  Steven is also an active member of the National Association of Marine Surveyors serving as a president (first for 4 years) and now as an International Regional Vice President.In March 2023, Steven was honored with the St Mary's Greehey School of Business “Risk Management Professional of the Year”    Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.

Joe Gionti is an engineer, martial artist, passionate patriot, dog lover, and the Founder and CEO of K9Heroes4Heroes, a 501C3 non-profit whose mission is to provide Service Dogs to veterans and first responders at no cost to the recipients.  Not only does K9Heroes4Heroes provide Service Dogs, but they also provide the necessary training, equipment, gear, initial veterinary care, handler training, and follow up maintenance training. Their tagline is “Heeling is Healing.” Joe grew up with a strong sense of patriotism which its roots beginning with his great grandfather, who served in the American Army during WWI while still an Italian citizen. After leaving the Army, he became an American citizen, starting a tradition of service with Joe's great uncles serving in WWII and his father serving in the Army as well. Joe also spent time at the Virginia Military Institute. All of this further instilled Joe's love of the country and a deep respect for all of those who served it. Later in life he had his German Shepard trained by a local trainer who was also a veteran, which ignited a fire in Joe to figure out how he could serve those who have served and sacrificed so much for us and our great country.    Download this positive and uplifting episode to hear Joe's story and learn how we can all honor and help our veterans by supporting K9Heroes4Heroes. QUOTE: “Heeling is Healing.” ~K9Heroes4Heroes https://k9heroes4heroes.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gionti/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/k9h4h/ https://www.instagram.com/k9h4h/ https://www.facebook.com/K9H4H https://boldjourney.com/meet-joe-gionti/ https://twitter.com/K9H4H https://www.youtube.com/@K9H4H https://www.ak9dogtraining.org/ https://www.muttswithamission.org/ https://projectk9hero.org/  

As college students prepare to leave for school, mental health professionals are gearing up to support those who find it hard to adjust to life away from home.   The challenge may be especially great at schools like the Virginia Military Institute where campus culture supports strength and self-discipline. This year, VMI will have a new approach […]

Steven E. Knepper is Associate Professor in the Department of English, Rhetoric, and Humanistic Studies at the Virginia Military Institute. Rob Wyllie is Assistant Professor of Political Science at Ashland University. In this episode we discuss their recently co-authored (with Ethan Stoneman) book Byung-Chul Han - A Critical Introduction. Book link: https://www.wiley.com/en-ae/Byung-Chul+Han%3A+A+Critical+Introduction-p-9781509560998 --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

In this episode, host SEAC Director John Sidel talks with Dr Qingfei Yin, SEAC Associate and Assistant Professor of International History at LSE. Dr Qingfei Yin talks about her new book State Building in Cold War Asia Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border (due out with Cambridge University Press in August 2024), explains how she became interested in her research on China and Vietnam relations and the borderlands between the two countries, and discusses other projects she has begun working on beyond her forthcoming book. Dr Qingfei Yin is Assistant Professor of International History (China and the World) at LSE. As a historian of contemporary China and inter-Asian relations, her research focuses on China's relations with its Asian neighbours, Asian borderlands, and the Cold War in Asia. She is particularly interested in how the global Cold War interacted with state-building in marginal societies. Her book State Building in Cold War Asia: Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border will be published by Cambridge University Press in August 2024. Subsequent projects focus on how capitalist Southeast Asian countries shaped China during the latter's early reform era in the 1980s and the historical memory of the Sino-Vietnamese Cold War partnership in the two countries. Dr Yin is an alumna of the LSE-Peking University Double MSc in International Affairs Programme. She studied International Politics and History at Peking University for her undergraduate degree and completed her PhD in History at George Washington University. Before returning to LSE, she was Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Military Institute. She also serves as the Book Review Editor of Journal of Military History and on the Editorial Board of Cold War History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode, host SEAC Director John Sidel talks with Dr Qingfei Yin, SEAC Associate and Assistant Professor of International History at LSE. Dr Qingfei Yin talks about her new book State Building in Cold War Asia Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border (due out with Cambridge University Press in August 2024), explains how she became interested in her research on China and Vietnam relations and the borderlands between the two countries, and discusses other projects she has begun working on beyond her forthcoming book. Dr Qingfei Yin is Assistant Professor of International History (China and the World) at LSE. As a historian of contemporary China and inter-Asian relations, her research focuses on China's relations with its Asian neighbours, Asian borderlands, and the Cold War in Asia. She is particularly interested in how the global Cold War interacted with state-building in marginal societies. Her book State Building in Cold War Asia: Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border will be published by Cambridge University Press in August 2024. Subsequent projects focus on how capitalist Southeast Asian countries shaped China during the latter's early reform era in the 1980s and the historical memory of the Sino-Vietnamese Cold War partnership in the two countries. Dr Yin is an alumna of the LSE-Peking University Double MSc in International Affairs Programme. She studied International Politics and History at Peking University for her undergraduate degree and completed her PhD in History at George Washington University. Before returning to LSE, she was Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Military Institute. She also serves as the Book Review Editor of Journal of Military History and on the Editorial Board of Cold War History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

In this episode, host SEAC Director John Sidel talks with Dr Qingfei Yin, SEAC Associate and Assistant Professor of International History at LSE. Dr Qingfei Yin talks about her new book State Building in Cold War Asia Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border (due out with Cambridge University Press in August 2024), explains how she became interested in her research on China and Vietnam relations and the borderlands between the two countries, and discusses other projects she has begun working on beyond her forthcoming book. Dr Qingfei Yin is Assistant Professor of International History (China and the World) at LSE. As a historian of contemporary China and inter-Asian relations, her research focuses on China's relations with its Asian neighbours, Asian borderlands, and the Cold War in Asia. She is particularly interested in how the global Cold War interacted with state-building in marginal societies. Her book State Building in Cold War Asia: Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border will be published by Cambridge University Press in August 2024. Subsequent projects focus on how capitalist Southeast Asian countries shaped China during the latter's early reform era in the 1980s and the historical memory of the Sino-Vietnamese Cold War partnership in the two countries. Dr Yin is an alumna of the LSE-Peking University Double MSc in International Affairs Programme. She studied International Politics and History at Peking University for her undergraduate degree and completed her PhD in History at George Washington University. Before returning to LSE, she was Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Military Institute. She also serves as the Book Review Editor of Journal of Military History and on the Editorial Board of Cold War History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

In this episode, host SEAC Director John Sidel talks with Dr Qingfei Yin, SEAC Associate and Assistant Professor of International History at LSE. Dr Qingfei Yin talks about her new book State Building in Cold War Asia Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border (due out with Cambridge University Press in August 2024), explains how she became interested in her research on China and Vietnam relations and the borderlands between the two countries, and discusses other projects she has begun working on beyond her forthcoming book. Dr Qingfei Yin is Assistant Professor of International History (China and the World) at LSE. As a historian of contemporary China and inter-Asian relations, her research focuses on China's relations with its Asian neighbours, Asian borderlands, and the Cold War in Asia. She is particularly interested in how the global Cold War interacted with state-building in marginal societies. Her book State Building in Cold War Asia: Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border will be published by Cambridge University Press in August 2024. Subsequent projects focus on how capitalist Southeast Asian countries shaped China during the latter's early reform era in the 1980s and the historical memory of the Sino-Vietnamese Cold War partnership in the two countries. Dr Yin is an alumna of the LSE-Peking University Double MSc in International Affairs Programme. She studied International Politics and History at Peking University for her undergraduate degree and completed her PhD in History at George Washington University. Before returning to LSE, she was Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Military Institute. She also serves as the Book Review Editor of Journal of Military History and on the Editorial Board of Cold War History. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/southeast-asian-studies

In this episode, host SEAC Director John Sidel talks with Dr Qingfei Yin, SEAC Associate and Assistant Professor of International History at LSE. Dr Qingfei Yin talks about her new book State Building in Cold War Asia Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border (due out with Cambridge University Press in August 2024), explains how she became interested in her research on China and Vietnam relations and the borderlands between the two countries, and discusses other projects she has begun working on beyond her forthcoming book. Dr Qingfei Yin is Assistant Professor of International History (China and the World) at LSE. As a historian of contemporary China and inter-Asian relations, her research focuses on China's relations with its Asian neighbours, Asian borderlands, and the Cold War in Asia. She is particularly interested in how the global Cold War interacted with state-building in marginal societies. Her book State Building in Cold War Asia: Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border will be published by Cambridge University Press in August 2024. Subsequent projects focus on how capitalist Southeast Asian countries shaped China during the latter's early reform era in the 1980s and the historical memory of the Sino-Vietnamese Cold War partnership in the two countries. Dr Yin is an alumna of the LSE-Peking University Double MSc in International Affairs Programme. She studied International Politics and History at Peking University for her undergraduate degree and completed her PhD in History at George Washington University. Before returning to LSE, she was Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Military Institute. She also serves as the Book Review Editor of Journal of Military History and on the Editorial Board of Cold War History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

In this episode, host SEAC Director John Sidel talks with Dr Qingfei Yin, SEAC Associate and Assistant Professor of International History at LSE. Dr Qingfei Yin talks about her new book State Building in Cold War Asia Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border (due out with Cambridge University Press in August 2024), explains how she became interested in her research on China and Vietnam relations and the borderlands between the two countries, and discusses other projects she has begun working on beyond her forthcoming book. Dr Qingfei Yin is Assistant Professor of International History (China and the World) at LSE. As a historian of contemporary China and inter-Asian relations, her research focuses on China's relations with its Asian neighbours, Asian borderlands, and the Cold War in Asia. She is particularly interested in how the global Cold War interacted with state-building in marginal societies. Her book State Building in Cold War Asia: Comrades and Competitors on the Sino-Vietnamese Border will be published by Cambridge University Press in August 2024. Subsequent projects focus on how capitalist Southeast Asian countries shaped China during the latter's early reform era in the 1980s and the historical memory of the Sino-Vietnamese Cold War partnership in the two countries. Dr Yin is an alumna of the LSE-Peking University Double MSc in International Affairs Programme. She studied International Politics and History at Peking University for her undergraduate degree and completed her PhD in History at George Washington University. Before returning to LSE, she was Assistant Professor of History at Virginia Military Institute. She also serves as the Book Review Editor of Journal of Military History and on the Editorial Board of Cold War History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/chinese-studies

Today we are joined by LT Evan Bergman with the United States Air Force. Evan is a Tactical Air Control Party Specialist, or TACP, at the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron in Savannah Georgia.  He spent most of his youth in Annapolis Maryland before attending the Virginia Military Institute where he majored in Psychology.  After graduating in 2021 Evan attended TOPT, the AF Special Warfare Officer selection course for the TACP career field.   In 2022 Evan began the arduous TACP pipeline where he helped lead his teams through nearly two years of intense physical and mental training. 

Today we're reposting an interview with Curry Kennedy. Curry is an assistant professor of English, rhetoric, and humanistic studies at the Virginia Military Institute. He earned his PhD in rhetoric from Penn State. We think you'll really appreciate Curry's insights about bullying, social media, and the power of words. For more parenting resources, go to Axis.org.

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Henry Wise about his debut crime noir thriller HOLY CITY. is a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute and the University of Mississippi MFA Program. His work has appeared in Shenandoah, Nixes Mate, Radar Poetry, Clackamas, and elsewhere. He lives in western Virginia.

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Henry Wise about his debut crime noir thriller HOLY CITY. Henry is a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute and the University of Mississippi MFA Program. His work has appeared in Shenandoah, Nixes Mate, Radar Poetry, Clackamas, and elsewhere. He lives in western Virginia. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eliot-parker/support

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. – Psalm 147:3 Nathaniel was born in Virginia and attended Virginia Military Institute. His senior year he was cast on MTV's "The Real World" which led him to Hollywood where he worked as an actor in film and television. In Hollywood, he chased fame and notoriety only to find himself in the grip of his mental illness. He moved to Colorado hoping a change of scenery would help and for the next ten years he suffered in his addiction. After losing everything and everyone, he surrendered and asked God into his life. In Part 2, we dive into Nathaniel's story of why he started True North Retreats and how we can restore our hearts to align with God.   Learn more about Nathaniel Blackburn here: https://www.truenorthretreats.org/  --- Men's Leadership Summit: https://www.cairnleadership.com/mens-leadership-summit-rocky-mountains/    Join our new TKM Reflections Group! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Level-Up Video Series⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter, The MENifesto here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our New Kinetic Man Facebook Group! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Kinetic Men Events on Meetup!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Know someone who would make a great guest on our podcast? Let us know! takeaction@thekineticman.com

On today's 194th episode and FINAL SHOW of SEASON SIX, we welcome Henry Wise, author of the debut thriller Holy City, as he joins David Temple on The Thriller Zone. David and Henry discuss Henry's Southern roots and how they influenced his writing, his experience at both Virginia Military Institute and Ole Miss. MORE importantly they discuss the process of getting his book published.Best of all, we explore the themes and characters in Holy City, highlighting the complexity of the South and the importance of writing about what is most important to you. The conversation ends with Henry sharing his best writing advice.It's the perfect way to wrap Season 6 and gives The Thriller Zone a bit of a Summer Vacation break as we prepare to launch Season Seven very soon!Learn more about Henry at HenryWise.comCHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Southern Roots02:20 From VMI to Ole Miss04:10 Choosing Holy City as the Debut Novel07:20 Exploring the Complexity of the South12:00 Writing About What Matters Most15:14 Capturing a Sense of Home and AtmosphereTOPICS:The importance of writing about what is most important to youThe complexity of the South and the need to portray authentic charactersThe persistence and determination required in the publishing processThe value of receiving validation and support from other writersThe significance of capturing a sense of home and atmosphere in writing Award-winning Green Beret, Steve Stratton, is the author of the Shadow Tier Series and the novella, A Warrior's Path: the Lance Bear Wolf Story. Learn more at stevestrattonusa.com

He brought them out of darkness, the utter darkness,    and broke away their chains. – Psalm 107:14 Nathaniel was born in Virginia and attended Virginia Military Institute. His senior year he was cast on MTV's "The Real World" which led him to Hollywood where he worked as an actor in film and television. In Hollywood, he chased fame and notoriety only to find himself in the grip of his mental illness. He moved to Colorado hoping a change of scenery would help and for the next ten years he suffered in his addiction. After losing everything and everyone, he surrendered and asked God into his life. In Part 1, we dive into Nathaniel's story of going from the high of life in Hollywood to breaking the chains and shackles in prison.  Learn more about Nathaniel Blackburn here: https://www.truenorthretreats.org/  --- Men's Leadership Summit: https://www.cairnleadership.com/mens-leadership-summit-rocky-mountains/    Join our new TKM Reflections Group! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Level-Up Video Series⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter, The MENifesto here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our New Kinetic Man Facebook Group! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Kinetic Men Events on Meetup!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Know someone who would make a great guest on our podcast? Let us know! takeaction@thekineticman.com

Dive deep into the world of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with Dr. Jamica Nadina Love, a trailblazer making waves across the education sector and beyond. Get ready to challenge your perspectives and understand the true power of intersectionality.Guest Introduction: In this episode, we welcome Dr. Jamica Nadina Love, a renowned DEI expert and transformative leader. As the first Chief Diversity Officer at the historic Virginia Military Institute and the founder of Higher Dimensions Consulting LLC, Dr. Love has dedicated her career to fostering inclusive and equitable environments. With a master's degree in counseling psychology and significant contributions in higher education, she has been recognized as one of Virginia Business News' 100 People to Meet in 2022.Dr. Love's journey began with a focus on supporting international college women and has since expanded to include pivotal roles at esteemed institutions such as Mount Holyoke College and Northeastern University. Her commitment to advocacy, particularly for women and BIPOC individuals, underscores her dynamic speaking and training style, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and organisations alike.Key Topics Discussed:1.    Intersectionality and Labels: Dr. Love unpacks the concept of intersectionality, exploring how various identities intersect and contribute to unique experiences of discrimination and privilege. She explains the significance of understanding these intersections to create more inclusive and supportive environments.2.    The Evolution of DEI: From her early days working with international women at the Showa Boston Institute to her current role in consulting, Dr. Love shares her insights on how DEI initiatives have evolved. She emphasizes the importance of education in embracing diversity and how different identities add value to organizations.3.    Transforming Organizational Culture: Dr. Love discusses the paradigm shift from seeking a "cultural fit" to a "cultural add," advocating for the inclusion of diverse perspectives to drive innovation and growth. She shares practical strategies for organizations to broaden their hiring pools and create a more inclusive culture.4.    Overcoming Fear and Embracing Diversity: Addressing common fears associated with DEI efforts, Dr. Love offers guidance on how individuals and organizations can navigate these challenges. She highlights the importance of thoughtful speech, the impact of unintentional harm, and the need for continuous learning and awareness.5.    Personal and Professional Growth: Reflecting on her own career, Dr. Love shares her motivations and experiences that have shaped her journey. She underscores the value of mentorship, volunteer work, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge in the DEI field.Join us for this enlightening conversation with Dr. Jamica Nadina Love, and learn how to transform your approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Discover the power of intersectionality and the impact it can have on creating a more equitable and inclusive world.Tune in now and be part of the change!A note from our director and podcast host: I'm Dr Shae Wissell and you have been listening to the Dear Dyslexic Podcast, brought to you by re:think dyslexia. To keep up-to-date with all our news, sign up to our mailing list and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to your favourite podcast platform, rate, and review this podcast. Join me next time for another conversation on the Dear Dyslexic Podcast series.If you would like to sponsor a podcast contact hello@rethinkdyslexia.com.au and help us continue to share stories of young people and adults with dyslexia and other neurodivergences!

Today Justin chats with Rose Mary Sheldon. This is her third time on the podcast. Rose Mary taught history as a professor at Virginia Military Institute for more than 25 years, and is a world renowned expert on intelligence activities in the ancient world. She earned her PhD from the University of Michigan in 1987 and has published several books and many articles over the years, as well as serving as an editor for the International Journal of Intelligence and Counterintelligence in Small Wars and Insurgencies and the Journal of Military History.  Today she covers the lives and deaths of the emperors of the Flavian dynasty, who came after the Julio-Claudian emperors  discussed last time, along with the internal security measures they put in place to protect themselves from assassination with varying degrees of success. Check out episode 81, Espionage In Ancient Rome, here. And hear episode 119, Rampant Assassination in the Roman Empire, here.Connect with Rose Mary:vmi.academia.edu/RSheldonGet your copy of Guarding the Caesars here.https://amzn.to/3VY8N96Connect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.Tenderfoot TVReal. Powerful. Storytelling. Tune in to "To Die For" wherever you listen to podcasts.Grayman Briefing ClassifiedUse code GBCSpycraft to save 20% on your subscription.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.

209. Blazy Susan | Will Breakell is the brainchild and founder of the Blazy Susan brand. Will is a young entrepreneur from Roanoke, Virginia. Although Will graduated from the esteemed Virginia Military Institute, he soon realized that he was meant to take a different path than the majority of his peers. The mountains of Colorado were calling for him, and so was the emerging cannabis industry.   *** For Show Notes, Key Points, Contact Info, Resources Mentioned, & the Fabulous 4 Questions on this episode visit our website: Will Breakell. ***   If you have land in Virginia, then check out: https://bubba-land.com/virginia/  

VMI Head Wrestling Coach Jim Gibson joins us this week on ABR to discuss the Keydets wrestling program and shares all the Virginia Military Institute experiece has to offer high school wrestlers looking to wrestle at the Division 1 level. Prior to his time at VMI, Coach Gibson spent 6 years as the Head Assistant coach at Bucknell University and started his career as a Graduate Assistant at Clarion. Gibson was a 4 year stater at Endinboro and was the 197 EWL runner up in 2007, qualifing him for the NCAA Championships.Stay Connectedhttps://vmikeydets.com/sports/wrestlinghttps://twitter.com/coachgibby197?lang=enYouTube Live Stream

Initially enlisted in 1969 to play football for the army, Col. Tiso ended up on a bus to the Virginia Military Institute to ultimately get commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1973. He served decades as a soldier and, after mandatory retirement, still chose to serve 11 more years as an intelligence planner and analyst for a defense contractor.   He deployed five more times to Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iraq. Col. Tiso explains that the Iraqi army was envisioned to be a bulwark against Iran. But its failures in the Battle of Najaf, as well as a pivot in strategy, ended up costing American lives in a war that could have been over by 2005.    Get your copy of In Strange Company: https://amzn.to/3uwbiVa   Join the SOFREP Book Club here: https://sofrep.com/book-club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven E. Knepper is Associate Professor in the Department of English, Rhetoric, and Humanistic Studies at the Virginia Military Institute. In this episode we discuss the work of Gabriel Marcel, alongside the philosophy of embodiment and being. Knepper's book: https://sunypress.edu/Books/W/Wonder-... Previous episode with Knepper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfze7X6DjLo&ab_channel=HermitixPodcast --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter -   / hermitixpodcast   Support Hermitix: Patreon -   / hermitix   Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74