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Last time we spoke about the battle of Malacca strait. In the intense Battle of the Malacca Strait, Japanese forces undertook a desperate evacuation amidst relentless attacks by the Allies. After suffering heavy casualties from previous confrontations, the Japanese regrouped and attempted to maintain their defensive positions. However, under the pressure of determined Allied assaults and strategic maneuvers, they faced increasingly fierce resistance. As the Allies advanced, they successfully overwhelmed Japanese defenses, leading to significant losses for the opposing forces. The battle transformed into a pivotal moment in the Pacific War as Japanese resistance crumbled, ultimately shifting the tide toward Allied victory. This clash not only showcased the harsh realities of war but also underscored the relentless determination of both sides as they fought for dominance in the region, marking a crucial step towards the conclusion of the conflict. This episode is the Breakthrough on Okinawa Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, 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 world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two 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 you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  As of mid-May, General Buckner's forces had made steady, albeit slow, progress against the determined Japanese defenders on the Shuri defensive line. On May 16, the offensive continued. Colonel Schneider's 22nd Marines and Colonel Whaling's 29th Marines launched yet another unsuccessful assault on Sugar Loaf Hill, while Colonel Snedeker's 7th Marines exhausted their strength in a failed attempt to seize Wana Ridge. To the east, Colonel Coolidge's 305th Regiment advanced 200 yards closer to Shuri. Colonel Hamilton's 307th Regiment nearly captured Flattop and Chocolate Drop Hill but was ultimately pushed back. Colonel Dill's 382nd Regiment successfully cleared Dick Hill but came under intense fire from Oboe Hill. Meanwhile, Colonel May's 383rd Regiment made only minor gains on the southeastern slopes of Conical Hill and Love Hill, even as tanks broke through toward Yonabaru for the first time. The following day, the 383rd Regiment maintained pressure on Conical and Love Hills, prompting General Bradley to commit part of Colonel Halloran's 381st Regiment to the attack. To the west, the 382nd Regiment staged a hard-fought advance of 200 yards but was unable to capture Oboe Hill.  Slowly the 77th Division forces between Flattop and Route 5 were reducing enemy positions bearing on the area in front of the 307th Infantry. By 17 May this progress began to show in the advances of the foot troops around Chocolate Drop. Covered by company heavy weapons out on both flanks, infantrymen worked around both sides of the hill to the huge caves on the reverse slope. Inside were 4 antitank guns, 1 field piece, 4 machine guns, 4 heavy mortars, and a American 60-mm. mortars. By nightfall the caves had been partially sealed off. During the night an enemy force launched a counterattack against the American positions around the hill but was repulsed with the loss of twenty-five Japanese killed. On the 17th another bitter struggle raged on Flattop. The struggle swayed back and forth across the narrow crest of the hill. Company K, the assaulting unit, had been reduced to fourteen infantrymen by the end of the day; finally it was forced back off the top. Tanks tried to go through the road cut between Flattop and Dick Hill, but two of them were disabled by mines, leaving the cut blocked. The road cut was later blown along its entire length by seven tons of bangalore torpedoes to remove the mines. Company E continued to push toward Ishimmi Ridge, where they faced a series of heavy Japanese counterattacks. Coolidge's 3rd Battalion and the rest of Hamilton's 2nd Battalion dug in just a few hundred yards north of Shuri and Ishimmi in the highway valley. Meanwhile, Coolidge's 1st Battalion was halted by heavy fire from 110 Meter Hill and the extensive fortress houses in Shuri's suburbs. The intense fighting had nearly depleted the 22nd Regiment, prompting General Amamiya to direct the 32nd Regiment to take over the defense of Shuri along a line extending from Ishimmi to Oboe. Meanwhile, on Wana, the 7th Marines launched a renewed attack but were once again repelled. However, the 5th Marines succeeded in advancing to Hill 55. Further west, the bulk of the 29th Marines attacked toward Half Moon Hill, successfully reaching its forward slopes but later having to withdraw to more defensive positions overnight. Whaling's 2nd Battalion also mounted relentless assaults on Sugar Loaf, each time suffering heavy losses in repelled attacks. As dusk fell, Japanese planes targeted American shipping, successfully damaging the destroyer Douglas H. Fox. On May 18, tanks played a crucial role in a successful assault on Sugar Loaf, executing a double envelopment while securing the top of the hill. The 2nd Battalion then advanced to Horseshoe Hill, while the remainder of the 29th Marines managed to secure the forward slopes of Half Moon.After a night of sporadic bombardment from enemy artillery and mortars, 3/7 again attempted to gain a foothold on Wana Ridge. During the morning supporting weapons concentrated their fire on the forward slopes and crest of the objective and at noon Company I, followed by a platoon of Company L, jumped off and fought its way to the ridge. The assault troops' gains "were measured in yards won, lost, and then won again." Finally, mounting casualties inflicted by enemy grenade and mortar fire forced Lieutenant Colonel Hurst to pull back his forward elements and consolidate his lines on positions held the previous night. On the right flank of the division front the isolated platoon from Company E of 2/5 was unsuccessful in exploiting its hold on the western slopes of Hill 55. The men were driven to cover by intense enemy fire, and tanks again had to be called upon to supply ammunition and rations to the outpost. During the morning operations the 5th Marines laid protective fire with tanks and assault guns along Wana Ridge to support 3/7's advance. At noon, under cover of this fire, Company F sent one rifle platoon and an attached platoon of engineers into Wana village to use flame throwers and demolitions against the enemy firing positions in the ruins. Numbers of grenade dischargers, machine guns, and rifles were found in Wana and the tombs behind it and destroyed. Further advance into the draw was not feasible until the 7th Marines could occupy the high ground on the eastern end of the ridge and furnish direct supporting fire to troops advancing in the draw below. At 1700 the troops were ordered to return to their lines for the night. n the center, General Bruce pressed his attack deeper into the Shuri defenses, with Coolidge's 3rd Battalion gaining 150 yards along the Ginowan-Shuri highway and Hamilton's 2nd Battalion advancing up to 300 yards toward Ishimmi, although attacks against 110 Meter Hill and Flattop failed to gain ground. On the morning of 18 May, orders were given to stay at all costs. Lieutenant Bell said firmly, "We stay." The men resigned themselves to a last-ditch stand. Their grenades exhausted and their machine guns and mortars destroyed, the remaining men salvaged every clip of ammunition from the bandoleers of the dead. Spare workable rifles were loaded and bayonets laid alongside. Enemy pressure increased steadily during the day. Some Americans were shot at close range as they darted from hole to hole to escape grenades. At one time eight knee mortars were pounding the ridge, firing in pairs. Friendly artillery could to some extent keep off the charging Japanese but seemed unable to ferret out the enemy mortars, which were well protected. The moans of wounded men, many of whom were in pitiful condition from lack of water and of medical aid, added to the strain. All canteens had been emptied the previous night. Nevertheless, battle discipline remained excellent. The worst problem concerned the replacements, who were courageous but inexperienced. Thrust suddenly into a desperate situation, some of them failed at crucial moments. One man saw two Japanese attacking a sergeant thirty feet away, but his finger froze on the trigger. Another shouted wildly for a comrade to shoot some Japanese while his own rifle lay in his hands. Another saw an enemy soldier a few yards from his hole, pulled the trigger, and discovered that he had forgotten to reload. By the end of the ordeal, however, the replacements who survived were battle-hardened veterans. During the afternoon the 307th attempted to reinforce the small group. Elements of Company C tried to cross the open ground north of Ishimmi Ridge. Only the commander and five men reached Company E. The men scrambled safely into foxholes, but the commander, shot through the head while racing toward the command post, fell dead on the parapet of the command post foxhole. Spirits rose considerably when word came later in the afternoon that a litter-bearing unit of eighty men would try to get through in the evening. Enemy fire slackened after dark, and the first of the litter bearers arrived at about 2200. They immediately started back carrying casualties. Walking wounded accompanied them. The litter bearers moved swiftly and managed to avoid being seen in the light of flares. Through splendid discipline and good luck eighteen men were carried out in two and a half hours, and others walked out. The litter teams had brought some water and ammunition and the troops drank for the first time since the day before. The second sleepless night on the ridge passed. The 382nd Regiment continued to face heavy resistance from Oboe Hill but managed to secure the road cut between Flattop and Dick Hill. Meanwhile, Halloran's 3rd Battalion could only push about 400 yards south due to the relentless mortar and small-arms fire coming from Hogback Ridge. At sea, a low-flying kamikaze aircraft struck LST-808 off Iejima, resulting in the deaths of 17 men. The following day, while the 382nd and 383rd Regiments focused on neutralizing the cave positions and gun emplacements in the uneven terrain between Conical and Dick Hills, Halloran's 3rd Battalion launched an attack to the south and west toward Sugar Hill but made little progress due to the heavy defensive fire. In the center, the 307th Regiment systematically worked to eliminate enemy firing positions on the high ground in front of them, employing every available weapon for the task. Colonel Smith's rehabilitated 306th Regiment began moving up to replace the battered 305th, with its 3rd Battalion relieving Coolidge's 3rd Battalion and portions of Hamilton's 2nd Battalion along the low ground bordering the highway to Shuri, including the isolated men at Ishimmi Ridge.  On 19 May the enemy seemed to intensify his efforts to recapture Ishimmi Ridge. The besieged troops wondered whether his supply of men and ammunition was inexhaustible. The Japanese launched several attacks which were repulsed with great difficulty. Only the support of artillery and mortars, together with self-propelled mounts firing with precision on both flanks of Ishimmi Ridge, prevented the enemy from making an attack in strength which would have overrun the American positions. One enemy attack of platoon strength was dispersed by mortar and machine-gun fire and by a four-battalion time-on-target artillery concentration. Japanese mortar fire continued to fall on Ishimmi, however, and took its toll during the day. A message arrived during the morning that Company E would be relieved that evening. By noon the radio had become so weak that further communication with the company was impossible. The day wore slowly on. By 2100 there was still no sign of the relief. Shortly afterward, however, rifle fire intensified to the rear, a sign of activity there. At 2200 Company L, 3d Battalion, 306th Infantry, arrived. The relief was carried out in pitch darkness; each member of Company E left as soon as a replacement reached his position. As the haggard survivors were about to descend the ridge at 0300, a bursting shell hit two of the newcomers; one of them had to be evacuated on a poncho. Carrying its own wounded, Company E followed a white tape to the rear and arrived safely. Of the 204 officers and men of the reinforced company that had made the night attack on Ishimmi, 156 had been killed or wounded. There were 28 privates, 1 noncommissioned officer, and 2 officers left of the original 129 members of Company E. The platoon sent in relief by Company C had gone out with 58 effectives and returned with 13. Of the 17 men in the heavy weapons section only 4 came back. Company E had spearheaded a several-hundred-yard advance toward Shuri, however, and with the help of supporting weapons had killed hundreds of Japanese around Ishimmi. The 7th Marines launched one last unsuccessful assault on Wana Ridge before being relieved by Colonel Mason's rested 1st Marines. Meanwhile, after repelling a strong night counterattack, the exhausted 29th Marines were also relieved by Colonel Shapley's reserve 4th Marines, which made additional advances alongside the 22nd Marines, now under Colonel Harold Roberts. Four new regiments had been committed over the past few days to revitalize the offensive. On May 20, Shapley's assault battalions gained more ground on Horseshoe Hill but were still unable to reach the crest of Half Moon, though they successfully repelled another strong night counterattack. To the east, Mason's 2nd Battalion advanced rapidly to the base of 110 Meter Hill and captured part of Wana Ridge, while his 3rd Battalion secured a firm hold on the northern slope. Concurrently, the 5th Marines attacked southwest along the Naha-Shuri Road and successfully captured the high ground. Meanwhile, in coordination with the 1st Marines, Coolidge's 1st Battalion and Smith's 3rd Battalion made a slow, grinding advance of about 150 yards, positioning themselves within 200 yards of the outskirts of Shuri in the highway valley. At the same time, the 382nd Regiment expanded its hold on the reverse slope of Dick Hill but remained unable to penetrate Oboe Hill. The 307th Regiment consolidated and expanded its positions around Chocolate Drop, finally seizing Flattop. Reducing the tiny hill continued to be ticklish work because enemy positions to the south still overlooked the area. The fighting was still so confused that three wounded Americans lay south of Chocolate Drop for two days before relief arrived. By that time two had died and the third was so delirious that he thought he was still fighting Japanese and had to be forcibly subdued. By 20 May the caves were completely sealed off. The enemy made a final attempt to retake Chocolate Drop, attacking in company strength, but was repelled with the loss of half his force. On the same day the 3d Battalion, using tanks, flame throwers, and demolition teams, finally secured the crest of Flattop. The final American attack started with a saturation shower of grenades. A chain of men extending from the base of Flattop passed hand grenades to the troops lined up along the crest, who threw the missiles as fast as they could pull out the pins. Having seized the advantage, the infantry moved down the reverse slope blasting caves with satchel charges and flame throwers. Tanks along the road cut accounted for many of the Japanese. BY 1545 Flattop had fallen. More than 250 enemy bodies lay on the crest and reverse slope of the hill. Further east, Halloran's 3rd Battalion made a slow but steady advance down the eastern slopes of Hogback, reaching the foot of Sugar Hill despite constant grenade duels with an enemy fighting desperately to hold every inch of ground. Additionally, the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the 383rd Regiment fought their way to jump-off positions within 300 yards of Love Hill, destroying enemy strongpoints that had obstructed their advance for a week. Meanwhile, back at sea, Japanese aircraft managed to damage two destroyers and three transports. The following day, the 383rd again attacked Love Hill but was ultimately forced to withdraw from its base due to fierce defensive fire. Despite this setback, May's 2nd Battalion successfully supported the 381st Regiment in clearing Hogback and pushing to the top of Sugar Hill. To the west, the 382nd advanced quickly against moderate opposition toward Oboe Hill and Hen Hill, encountering retreating enemy units moving toward the high ground at Shuri. Concurrently, the 307th pushed 350 yards south of Flattop before being halted by enemy forces at the Three Sisters, while the 306th completed the relief of the 305th, with its 3rd Battalion advancing 200 yards unopposed to the eastern slopes of 110 Meter Hill. Meanwhile, the 1st Marines continued their assault along Wana Ridge, making only limited gains at the Draw, where the 5th Marines held out and aggressively patrolled forward. The 4th Marines began their push toward the Asato River, achieving a costly advance of about 200 yards on Horseshoe. By nightfall, heavy rains began to fall, significantly impeding efforts to resupply assault troops and replenish forward ammunition dumps. Amidst this torrential downpour on May 22, Shapley's 1st and 3rd Battalions slogged through the "gooey slick mud" to reach the bank of the rain-swollen river. This prompted the Japanese to evacuate Naha and establish new defensive positions on the Kokuba Hills. To the east, the continuous rain flooded Wana Draw with mud and water, transforming it into a makeshift lake. For the next few days, General Del Valle's Marines were forced to attack without support, leading to aggressive patrolling rather than organized assaults. The prospects of success for the infantry alone, slogging through the mud without the support of other arms, were not encouraging. Tanks bogged down, helplessly mired. Amphibian tractors were unable to negotiate the morass, and front-line units, which had depended on these vehicles for carrying supplies forward in bad weather, now had to resort to hand carrying of supplies and of the wounded. These were back breaking tasks and were performed over areas swept by enemy fire. Mortar and artillery smoke was used as far as possible to give concealment for all movement. Litter cases were carried back through knee-deep mud. Living conditions of front-line troops were indescribably bad. Foxholes dug into the clay slopes caved in from the constant soaking, and, even when the sides held, the holes had to be bailed out repeatedly. Clothes and equipment and the men's bodies were wet for days. The bodies of Japanese killed at night lay outside the foxholes, decomposing under swarms of flies. Sanitation measures broke down. The troops were often hungry. Sleep was almost impossible. The strain began to take a mounting toll of men. Under these conditions the Marine attack against Wana Ridge was soon at a standstill. The action degenerated into what was called in official reports "aggressive patrolling." Despite inactivity, enemy mortar and artillery fire continued to play against the American front lines, especially at dusk and at night. In the center, Bruce's 77th Division faced similar challenges, with the 306th Regiment stalled and the 307th Regiment again unsuccessfully attacking the Three Sisters. There, Company A became isolated at the base of the forward slope of Jane Hill, nearly cut off by intense enemy mortar and machine-gun fire. For the following week, the 382nd Regiment struggled to make headway on Hen and Oboe Hills, where fierce hand-to-hand combat erupted. Similarly, all attempts by the 383rd Regiment to breach the defenses of Love Hill on the western side of Conical failed, as the 381st was also unable to make any progress against Cutaway. General Hodge had also moved General Arnold's rehabilitated 7th Division to assembly areas just north of Conical Hill to spearhead the advance toward Yonabaru and the high ground south of the village. Strengthened by 1,691 replacements and 546 men returned to duty from hospitals since it left the lines on 9 May, the 7th Division moved up to forward assembly areas just north of Conical Hill and prepared to make the dash through the corridor. At 1900 on 21 May the 184th Infantry, chosen by General Arnold to lead the way, was in place at Gaja Ridge, at the northern base of Conical. The initial move of the envelopment was to be made in the dead of the night and in stealth. General Buckner felt that "if the 7th can swing round, running the gauntlet, it may be the kill." As part of this operation, the 2nd Battalion of the 184th Regiment moved out from Gaja Ridge during the night, swiftly and silently passing through Yonabaru in the early morning hours to capture Spruce Hill and Chestnut Hill in a surprise attack. Colonel Green's 3rd Battalion then followed the 2nd Battalion through Yonabaru, but their assault on Juniper and Bamboo Hills was unsuccessful as the surprised defenders regrouped. The following day, Green's two battalions continued to push toward these initial objectives, ultimately securing a solid line that stretched from the coastline across the southern slopes of Chestnut, and then over to Juniper and Bamboo by day's end. This success allowed Colonel Finn's 32nd Regiment to pass through Yonabaru and advance westward along the Naha-Yonabaru valley to assault the enemy's western hill defenses focused around Oak Hill.On the west coast, after a successful night reconnaissance of the Asato River, the 4th Marines rapidly crossed the river under cover of smoke, beginning their advance toward a low ridge 500 yards south of the Asato. However, as previously noted, the torrential rain had turned every draw and gully into a sticky morass of knee- and thigh-deep mud in the center. The steep slopes of the hills and ridges, treacherous under the best of conditions, became virtually unassailable. Consequently, full-scale coordinated attacks had to be canceled, and only localized gains could be achieved. Despite the breakthrough in the center, the Japanese command remained concerned about the threat posed to the flanks of the Shuri bastion by American advances along both coasts. While they believed the Naha breakthrough could be contained, every available soldier was deployed to establish a defensive line stretching from the southwest slopes of Conical Hill through Yonawa to the road junction village of Chan, aiming to eliminate Arnold's spearhead that had penetrated into the Naha-Yonabaru valley. General Ushijima feared that his forces were being gradually encircled in the Shuri fortress, where they would become “easy prey” to overwhelming American firepower. In light of this situation, Ushijima began planning a withdrawal to the Chinen Peninsula or the southernmost part of the island, the Kiyamu Peninsula. This decision was met with resistance from General Fujioka, who expressed concern that thousands of severely wounded men would have to be abandoned during the retreat.  Although the holding of the heights surrounding the city had been the keystone of the Japanese preferred plan, several factors now militated against its retention. There were an estimated 50000 surviving officers and men to be crammed into a final defense zone less than a mile in diameter. Once these troops were surrounded, the Japanese believed that they would be rendered ineffectual and become "easy prey" to overwhelming American fire superiority. In addition, Japanese long-range artillery pieces, many of which were still intact, could not be effectively utilized within the limited space that would be available. The best chance of prolonging the battle for Okinawa seemed to rest in defending the Kiyamu Peninsula region which was dominated by the Yaeju Dake-Yuza Dake Escarpment. Natural and artificial caves, sufficient to accommodate the whole of the surviving army, abounded in the area. The 24th Division, which had organized the terrain, had left a considerable amount of ammunition and weapons there when it moved north to the Shuri lines. The principal roads in southern Okinawa led directly to the proposed position, thus facilitating the movement of large bodies of men in the shortest possible time. These roads also gave American tanks an excellent route of advance, but only to the outposts of the defensive zone where cliffs, hills, and precipitous ridges barred the way. To add weight to his argument, General Amamiya indicated that his 24th Transport Regiment had preserved enough trucks to move the Shuri munitions reserve to the new position within five nights if weather conditions permitted. General Ushijima, after considering the respective positions of his staff and commanders, decided to order the move to Kiyamu.  Although General Suzuki preferred the Chinen Peninsula, which his brigade had fortified, most officials supported a move to the Kiyamu Peninsula, where Amamiya's 24th Division had previously established defenses in the natural and artificial caves of the Yaeju Dake-Yuza Dake Escarpment. Thus, transportation of wounded personnel and munitions reserves to the south commenced at midnight on May 23, with the bulk of the 32nd Army scheduled to begin their withdrawal six days later.  On the night of 25 May, the remnants of the 62d Division were to pull out of the Shuri line and move through Tsukasan to counterattack the Americans. The relatively strong 22d Independent Infantry Battalion, which had been in reserve throughout most of the fighting in April and May, was directed to hold the Shuri front in place of the division. The orders to General Fujioka were "to annihilate the enemy rushing from the Yonabaru area." Failing this, the division was at least to stop the American advance long enough to allow the main body of the Thirty-second Army to retire. In order to gain time to organize the new positions, the holding force left on the Shuri front was to fight on until 31 May. Withdrawing units were to leave behind strong rearguards which would defend a line along the Kokuba Gawa to the hills north of Tsukasan and Chan and then south through Karadera to the east coast until the night of 2 June. Then a second line centered on Tomusu, approximately 2,000 yards farther south, would be held until the night of 4 June. By that time the Thirty-second Army would be firmly set up within its Itoman-Yunagusuku-Gushichan outpost zone. Admiral Ota's naval force was directed to hold the west flank of the withdrawal corridor and begin its own retreat when ordered by 32nd Army. During the night, Admiral Ugaki initiated his seventh mass Kikisui attack, launching 165 kamikaze aircraft that inflicted only light damage on landing craft. On May 24, while engineers constructed a bridge over the Asato River to facilitate vehicle movement, the 4th Marines suffered heavy casualties as they attempted to advance through the muddy, flooded valley and low clay hills. Simultaneously, Shepherd's Reconnaissance Company crossed the lower Asato and roamed the streets of northwestern Naha without encountering any resistance. To the east, Dill's 1st Battalion faced a brutal counterattack that inflicted significant casualties and nearly drove the Americans from Oboe Hill. Following Ushijima's directives, the 32nd and 184th Regiments began to encounter increasing resistance as they sought to expand their control over the valley and the high ground to the south. This culminated in a series of aggressive nighttime counterattacks that ultimately slowed and halted the western advance of the 7th Division. During the night, Japanese forces conducted heavy raids on American airfields at Kadena, Yontan, and Iejima. However, these attacks were merely a diversion for Operation Gi-Gou, a suicide raid against Kadena and Yontan. In this operation, twelve Ki-21 heavy bombers, carrying Giretsu Kuteitai special airborne assault troops, aimed to crash land on the airfields to deploy commandos tasked with destroying aircraft stationed there.  After the start of B-29 attacks on Tokyo from bases in the Mariana Islands, the 1st Raiding Brigade of the Teishin Shudan was ordered to form a commando unit for a "special operations" mission to attack and destroy the bombers on the Aslito Airfield on Saipan. Captain Okuyama Michiro, commander of the brigade's engineering company and trained in sabotage and demolition was selected as mission leader. He selected an additional 126 men from his own team, the 4th Company of the 1st Raiding Regiment, to form the first Giretsu Airborne Unit. It was initially organized with a command section and five platoons and one independent squad, based at the Imperial Japanese Army's air academy at Saitama. The group unit also included eight intelligence officers and two radio men from the Nakano School. Giretsu operations were to be undertaken at night, beginning with air strikes by bombers. After this, commando units would be inserted onto the target airfield by crash landing their transports. The fact that there was no provision for extraction of the strike force, along with the rejection of surrender in Japanese military doctrine at the time, meant that the Giretsu ground operations were effectively suicide attacks. Though the Saipan attack was eventually cancelled, the 6th Air Army ultimately requested the deployment of the Giretsu Special Forces to neutralize the Okinawa airfields. The 6th Air Army accordingly began preparations for the attack in early May. Led by Captain Okuyama, the raid force moved from Nishitsukuba to Kumamoto as it continued to prepare for the assault, codenamed Operation Gi-Gou. Aircraft for the raid came from the 3rd Independent Air Unit based in the vicinity of Hamamatsu. The raid force consisted of 120 commandos broken up into a headquarters section and five flights, each containing twenty men. They were to be transported by twelve Mitsubishi Ki-21s stripped of their guns and with additional forward and rear exits added to assist raiders with exiting. The timing of the raid was also meant to coincide with the withdrawal of the 32nd Army from the Shuri Line in southern Okinawa. Of the twelve bombers dispatched, four encountered engine trouble and returned to base, while three were intercepted by American night fighters en route to Okinawa. The remaining five Ki-21 bombers approached Yontan Airfield at low altitude and engaged Marine anti-aircraft gunners from the 1st Provisional Anti-aircraft Artillery Group. As a result, four of the bombers were shot down or crash-landed; however, a small number of Giretsu commandos survived this wave and commenced their mission to attack aircraft on the airfield. The fifth bomber, however, successfully evaded anti-aircraft fire and belly-landed approximately 100 meters from the control tower. About 10 commandos disembarked and attacked aircraft and air personnel with grenades. In the ensuing chaos, the Japanese commandos killed two Americans, wounded 18, destroyed nine aircraft, damaged 29 more, and set a fuel dump ablaze, destroying 70,000 gallons of aviation gasoline. After twelve hours of mayhem, however, American troops hunted down the commandos and exterminated them to a man. Despite this partial success, the Japanese operation occurred against a backdrop of heavy losses, with American fighters and anti-aircraft fire claiming a total of 150 Japanese planes on May 24. During the course of three days, Ugaki committed a total of 387 Navy planes and 174 Army planes to his kamikaze attacks, which continued through May 25. These attacks successfully sank the destroyer Bates, one transport, and one landing craft, while further damaging two destroyers, one destroyer minesweeper, one minesweeper, one transport, and one Liberty ship. On the same day, Admiral Rawlings' Task Force 57 launched its final strikes in the Okinawa area before retiring late on May 25, having completed the Royal Navy's Iceberg mission. On land, while Shepherd's Reconnaissance Company occupied the deserted ruins of Naha, the 4th Marines fought to seize Machisi Ridge and continued pushing into the eastern outskirts of Naha. However, across the remainder of the 10th Army front, assault units struggled to make progress due to the havoc wreaked by the rain and the stiffened Japanese resistance. That night, in accordance with the withdrawal plan, the 62nd Division began moving its remaining 3,000 men to counter the advance of the 7th Division, hoping to delay the American advance long enough for the main body of the 32nd Army to retreat. The arrival of additional forces on the Ozato-Mura front had little significant impact, primarily serving to strengthen the covering and holding force. On May 26, the 184th Regiment successfully cleared the Hemlock-Locust Hill Escarpment. Meanwhile, the 32nd Regiment was brought nearly to a standstill in front of the Japanese defensive line across the Yonabaru valley. Looking west, Del Valle's Marines observed large numbers of enemy troops withdrawing from Shuri and were able to pinpoint their location for naval guns, artillery, and aircraft to bombard. However, despite penetrating the Shuri defensive line on both flanks, the day yielded minimal progress. At sea, further kamikaze attacks caused damage to one destroyer, one destroyer minesweeper, and a subchaser. In total, Ugaki's raids over the past three days resulted in the deaths of 103 sailors.  Believing the fast carriers' continued value off Okinawa had become dubious, back on May 18 Mitscher had requested that TF 58 be relieved from its Okinawa station. Spruance regretfully declined. A week later an increasingly weary Mitscher reported: “For two and a half months [Task Force 58] operated daily in a 60nm square area East of Okinawa, less than 350nm from Kyushu. This was necessitated by the restricted area available and the necessity for being able to cover [the] Amami Gunto airfields, intercept air raids before they could reach Okinawa, and still furnish air support to ground forces. There was no other location from which all these things could be done.” Reflecting on the months of unrelenting stress, tedium, and fatigue, TG 58.1's screen commander, Captain Tom Hederman, signaled Rear Admiral J.J. Jocko Clark: “See Hebrews 13, verse 8.” Consulting his Bible aboard Hornet, Clark read: “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.” Amused, Clark forwarded the verse to his entire Task Group, adding, “No disrespect intended.” Clark then signaled Mitscher, “What the hell are we doing out here, anyway?” Mitscher's response: “We are a highspeed stationary target for the Japanese air force.” Indeed, TF 58 had already suffered over 2,000 Iceberg fatalities. 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. The brutal Battle of Okinawa was reaching a critical point as General Buckner's forces pressed against fierce Japanese defenses. Struggles unfolded over Sugar Loaf Hill and Wana Ridge, with Marines suffering heavy casualties but slowly gaining ground. By late May, the dire situation prompted Japanese commanders to plan a retreat to more defensible positions as American forces closed in. Despite challenging conditions, the Allies pushed forward, marking a decisive breakthrough in the Pacific War.

Clint Scott and Dr. Mike Gustafson give you The Juice and discuss who got Big 12 Baseball all-conference honors, how bad the season has been for Texas Tech Baseball, and Darrion Williams withdrawing from the NBA Draft. They also talk about Texas Tech Softball and if they think the team was more built for or bought for.

You CAN retire early in just ten years IF you save and invest enough. Fortunately, your retirement expenses may be less than you think. Chris Luger, from Heavy Metal Money, didn't think about retiring early until a divorce made him take control of his finances. He realized that the path to early retirement was only ten years away, so he started saving—a lot. Chris managed to save and invest 70% of his income for seven years, and just last year, he pulled the trigger and retired! And here's the kicker—Chris isn't even touching his retirement portfolio. Thanks to a passive income side hustle, he's funding his lifestyle without drawing down his nest egg. Chris is proof that even after divorce, with kids and an event-packed lifestyle, you CAN afford to retire early. What's Chris's investment portfolio made up of? What's his passive income-producing side hustle? And how does he deal with stock market downturns without losing his head? Chris shares the raw realities of early retirement, the biggest struggles to prepare for, and the one thing that makes FIRE truly amazing once you achieve it. In This Episode We Cover How to retire early in your 40s by supercharging your savings rate  Why you need a passive income stream to have a stress-free FIRE lifestyle  Is a financial advisor worth it? Why Chris is confident in his decision to use an advisor  What you need to prepare for NOW if you're planning on retiring early  Why Chris is worried about running out of life, not money, in early retirement (and you should be, too) And So Much More! Links from the Show Mindy on BiggerPockets Scott on BiggerPockets Listen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One Place Join BiggerPockets for FREE Email Mindy: Mindy@biggerpockets.com Email Scott: Scott@biggerpockets.com BiggerPockets Money Facebook Group Follow BiggerPockets Money on Instagram “Like” BiggerPockets Money on Facebook Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Money YouTube Channel! Rich Dad Poor Dad Sahil Bloom: The “X Factor” for Financial Freedom and Why FIRE Won't Make You Happy When You Should (and Shouldn't) Hire a Financial Advisor | Life After FIRE Heavy Metal Money Maximize Your Real Estate Investing with a Self-Directed IRA from Equity Trust Grab the Personal Finance Classic, “Rich Dad Poor Dad” Sign Up for the BiggerPockets Money Newsletter Property Manager Finder When You Should (and Shouldn't) Hire a Financial Advisor | Life After FIRE Connect with Chris Connect with Carl Check out more resources from this show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠BiggerPockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/money-638 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email ⁠⁠⁠⁠advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Tammy Bruce, State Department Spokesperson, joined The Guy Benson Show today, and after joking about Secretary of State Marco Rubio's many hats in the new administration, Bruce firmly pushed back on reports that the U.S. is withdrawing from Russia-Ukraine peace talks, calling them false and emphasizing continued American engagement. Plus, Guy unpacked Rubio's latest statement on Germany's AFD party. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Part 1:We talk with Sophie Hill, reporter for the Christian Science Monitor.We discuss antisemitism in higher education in the US. This is being used by the Trump administration to punish universities, particularly the more prestigious universities for not having more stringent rules about antisemitism for their employees and students. However, according to surveys and interviews, rabbis and antisemitism activists do not agree what constitutes antisemitism, and whether Trump's approach is correct. Withdrawing funds from schools hurts ALL students, including Jewish students.Part 2:We talk with John Nichols, who is a national affairs correspondent for The Nation. He has written, cowritten, or edited over a dozen books on topics ranging from histories of American socialism and the Democratic Party to analyses of US and global media systems. His latest, cowritten with Senator Bernie Sanders, is the New York Times bestseller “It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism.”We discuss, in detail the recent arrest of Milwaukee judge Dugan in her courtroom on what appear to be specious charges. Trump is at was with the judiciary, and this appears to be an intimidation tactic. This is likely to have an chilling effect on the rule of law in the US. Sympathy is currently with the judge.  Music: David RovicsWNHNFM.ORG production

Edition No133 | 24-04-2025 - The US is on the verge of exiting the so-called peace process. It's become ever harder for him to hide the blatant alignment of his administration with Russia's goal and objectives, Russian strategies and narratives. As we've said in, multiple recent episodes, it's been all carrots for the Kremlin, and all sticks for Zelenskyy. Withdrawing from the process, will potentially shield Trump from internal and external political accusations, at best, that he favours Russia, and at worst that he is an asset, a willing accomplice to Putin's crimes. Indeed, much of the US administrations recent statements and actions threaten to normalise and excuse Russian crimes and criminality, as well as enabling them to continue their barbaric assaults on Ukraine. But withdrawing from negotiations which many tout as the best course of action, may mead to something far darker. ----------Easter Pysanky: Silicon Curtain - https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/easter-pysanky-silicon-curtainCar for Ukraine has joined forces with a group of influencers, creators, and news observers during this special Easter season. In peaceful times, we might gift a basket of pysanky (hand-painted eggs), but now, we aim to deliver a basket of trucks to our warriors.This time, our main focus is on the Seraphims of the 104th Brigade and Chimera of HUR (Main Directorate of Intelligence), highly effective units that: - disrupt enemy logistics - detect and strike command centers - carry out precision operations against high-value enemy targetshttps://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/easter-pysanky-silicon-curtain----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISERA project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon Curtainhttps://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur first live events this year in Lviv and Kyiv were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. We may add more venues to the program, depending on the success of the fundraising campaign. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------

Why I'm so excited about the tariffs You may be thinking I'm a little bit crazy or blind to what is happening now, but I really wish people would be a little more patient and give this a few months to see the benefits. I want to remind people that the path we were on could've led to a collapse just like the great Roman Empire in 476 A.D. The United States in 2024 helped other countries grow their economies by sending them over $1 trillion in trade, not even close to fair trade and that is money we will never see again. Also in 2024, we saw our national debt climb to $35.5 trillion, an increase of roughly $2.5 trillion dollars in just one year! If that continued for the next 10 years, we would have debt of nearly $60 trillion, which would be unsustainable. Let's not even talk about the interest payments on a debt level that high. What is already starting to happen is not the foreign countries, but rather the foreign companies themselves want to continue to be profitable and understand they must produce and be located in the United States. Companies like Siemens from Germany, Taiwan semiconductor and Foxconn along with others have already made huge financial commitments that will benefit their companies and also our country as well. As the days, weeks, and months pass along, I believe you will be hearing about more companies coming to the United States. I believe immigration will also change because we simply do not have enough workers to fulfill all these new jobs. This could lead these foreign companies to bring their workers along, which would make them part of the US consumer base that buys houses, cars, and simple things like go to the grocery store and go out to dinner and even get haircuts. This is quite a bit different from the problems we have with immigration now as it has become a big burden on the US economy. I believe this would create a major win for our country, please be patient!   Good luck if you are trying to time the market If you have sold out of strong companies at good valuations during this market pullback, I believe you have made a huge mistake. As I have said there will be positive news that comes about and moves the market higher, which then leaves you with the question of what do you do now? Get back in? Wait for it to pull back? These trading mistakes can cost you immensely in the long run. I was surprised to see that going back over the last 20 years, seven of the top 10 days in stocks came within a two-week period of the worst 10 days. Which means many people that sold during the worst 10 days likely also missed those great days and the eventual recovery. A great example showing how quickly the tide can turn came on Wednesday after the announcement that there will be a 90-day pause on the full effect of tariffs since more than 75 countries have contacted US officials to negotiate a solution. There was also news that there is an “on the water clause” for cargo entering the US ports. This means any cargo “loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transport on or after 12:01 a.m. EDT April 5, 2025, and before 12:01 a.m. EDT April 9, 2025, and (2) are entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, before 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 27 2025, are subject to the 10% additional rate in lieu of the country-specific rate of duty.” This is important as it will give companies more time to plan for elevated tariffs. These announcements led to a huge gain in stocks with the Dow climbing 7.87% on the day and the S&P 500 climbing 9.52%. The thing that surprised me was many companies that have China ties also rebounded substantially, but the tariff charged to China will be 125%, effective immediately. I'd be careful buying the dip here on all companies, but the important point I want to show is that the tide can turner quicker than you think!   How does the United States collect tariffs? It is quite the system and it's not as simple as a country/importer sending a check to the United States. The US doesn't do the calculation for every shipment that comes into the country. No matter how it comes in, if it is by truck, plane or ships the country doing the importing is the one that calculates the tariffs and sometimes they use what are known as customs brokers to do the calculation for them. It may surprise you that it is somewhat on the honor system. Before a shipment approaches the border, the importer or the customs broker files electronically the paperwork and says what they are bringing and how much they owe. When the ship pulls into port, the information is reviewed by customs agents before they allow the goods to be unloaded and released. It is kind of like when we file our tax returns. It is on the honor system that you put in all the correct information and just like you may be audited on your tax return, customs do perform random inspections to verify what is being brought in and that the tariff amount is correct. Importers have an account with customs and pay the duties to them. If they use a licensed customs broker, then that broker would make the payment. After all this is completed, whoever imported the goods has 10 days to pay the duties. The penalties are pretty hefty if the importer does not pay within 10 days as they will be hit with admin fees, interest, and other penalties along with the biggest concern which would be suspension of deliveries to the United States. I would definitely say it is in the best interest pf these importers to pay the United States customs within 10 days.   China may look at other avenues to hurt the US in this trade war I've said this before, but the tariffs on Chinese goods hurts them more than their tariffs on our goods. The simple math on it is the U.S. exported $143.5 billion of goods to China in 2024, while importing products worth $438.9 billion. Trade is way more important to their economy considering the fact they are a net exporter and a large one at that. In 2024, China exported roughly $3.58 trillion worth of goods, while importing just $2.59 trillion worth of goods for a surplus around $1 trillion. This makes trade a huge part of GDP as net exports contribute around 20% of GDP. The US on the other hand is a net importer so our trade deficit actually subtracts from GDP. What else can China do to harm the US? China did issue an alert warning its citizens of the potential risk of traveling to the US and attending schools there. Although there were approximately 1.6 million Chinese tourists that visited the US in 2024 and more than 250,000 students enrolled in schools, I don't see this advisory as too problematic especially considering there was an estimated 77.7 million people from other countries that visited the US in 2024. The big concern people have is China selling our debt to drive up borrowing costs. I was disappointed by an article that said China could crush our housing market by selling mortgage-backed securities. Seemed a little dramatic to me considering foreign countries only owned 15% of the total outstanding mortgage-backed securities. Top owners did include China, Japan, Taiwan, and Canada, but I don't see those other players selling at this point in time to harm US markets. It appears China holds just around 2-3% of these mortgage-backed securities and has been selling them over time with holdings down 8.7% year over year in the month of September and down 20% by the start of December. Even looking more broadly at U.S. treasury securities, China owned just $760.8 billion as of January 2025, which would represent about 2.2% of the total U.S. federal debt. Be careful falling for click bait, as I don't believe China has the ability to “crush” our housing market. It would likely cause interest rates to increase slightly, but an outright crash would be extremely unlikely. Overall, while this trade war may hurt us, I still firmly believe it will have a far larger negative impact on the Chinese economy!   Why You Should Never Buy a Certificate of Deposit (CD) Again For decades, certificates of deposit (CDs) have been a go-to option for savers looking to earn a little extra interest while keeping their money safe. However, in today's financial landscape, CDs have become nearly obsolete, offering little to no advantages over more flexible and higher-yielding alternatives. One of the biggest drawbacks of CDs is their lack of liquidity. When you lock your money into a CD, you typically agree to keep it there for months or years. Withdrawing early results in penalties, often forfeiting several months' worth of interest. High-yield savings accounts, on the other hand, offer similar or even better interest rates while allowing you to withdraw funds at any time. Many online banks now offer savings accounts with yields that rival or exceed CD rates, giving you the best of both worlds: competitive returns and unrestricted access to your money. Another option is U.S. Treasury Bills (T-Bills) which are one of the best alternatives to CDs, offering higher returns with even greater security. Backed by the U.S. government, they are virtually risk-free and often yield more than CDs of similar durations. Additionally, T-Bills offer tax advantages, as the interest earned is exempt from state and local income taxes—something CDs cannot provide.  Money market accounts provide another strong alternative to CDs. They often have rates similar to or higher than CDs but come with added flexibility and liquidity. Additionally, money market funds that hold federal or municipal debt come with some tax-exempt income as well.  CDs may seem like a safe, simple choice, but in reality, they are an outdated savings vehicle that rarely makes financial sense anymore. Whether you choose a high-yield savings account, T-Bills, or money market funds, there's always a better alternative that offers higher returns, more liquidity, or better tax advantages.   Companies Discussed: RH (RH), Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), Harley-Davidson, Inc (HOG) & Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc (WBD)

Send us a textSeason 2, Episode 37It's British summertime at long last and what a great week this has been for sunshine.Today we have another special guest Jessica Baker who suffers from an Eating Disorder, Jessica now in her mid fifties has been struggling with this since she was nine years old.Jessica tells us open and honestly how she has coped with this eating disorder over the years telling us her highs and lows, yo-yoing with her weight made it difficult at times to cope with her appearance, and how she felt inside.Jessica is still today struggling with her illness today but does have the benefit of a very strong will and has come to terms with her illness and learnt how to manage her illness by understanding the situation she finds herself in.Listen to this remarkable storey and learn sometimes what you see on the outside is very different sometimes to what is going on the inside of a person.There are several types of eating disorders. The most common are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) and other specified feeding and eating disorder (OSFED).Behavioral symptoms of eating disorders may include:Restrictive eating.Eating a lot in a short amount of time.Avoiding food or certain foods.Forced vomiting after meals or laxative misuse.Compulsive exercising after meals.Frequent bathroom breaks after eating.Withdrawing from friends or social activities.Trauma, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other mental health issues can increase the likelihood of an eating disorder. Dieting and starvation. Frequent dieting is a risk factor for an eating disorder, especially with weight that is constantly going up and down when getting on and off new diets.Help and details for those suffering with eating disorders can found by visiting the website Beat (formerly Eating Disorders Association) https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/#HeartTransplant#eatingdisorder#RareCondition#HealthJourney#LifeChangingDiagnosis#MentalHealth#Vulnerability#SelfCompassion#PostTraumaticGrowth#MedicalMiracle#BBCSports#Inspiration#Cardiology#Surgery#Podcast#Healthcare#HeartHealth#MedicalBreakthrough#EmotionalJourney#SupportSystem#HealthcareHeroes#PatientStories#CardiologyCare#MedicalJourney#LifeLessons#MentalWellness#HealthAwareness#InspirationalTalk#LivingWithIllness#RareDiseaseAwareness#SharingIsCaring#MedicalSupport#BBCReporter#HeartDisease#PodcastInterview#HealthTalk#Empowerment#Wellbeing#HealthPodcast#DNACheck out our new website at www.whostomanddick.comCheck out our website at www.whostomanddick.com

Leadership isn't just about making decisions and driving results – it's about the impact you have on the people around you. So are you adding value, creating trust, and fostering growth? Or are you taking credit, demanding more, and depleting your team's energy? In this episode, Theresa Cantley shares 5 questions you can ask yourself to become the type of leader who gives, instead of takes.  Things to listen for: Why leadership is more difficult in an ever-changing world [4:26] How knowledge hoarding creates a toxic workplace [20:33] What it really means to hold space as a leader [23:54] How to lead with faith instead of fear [25:31] JOIN MY WORKSHOPS: Join me every Friday at 10 am on LinkedIn for my free workshop: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresacantley/  READY TO UNCOVER THE BLIND SPOT HURTING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS? Take this quiz to uncover what's holding your business back from success: https://theresacantley.lpages.co/quiz/

Send us a textIn this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves into the concept of shadow work and its importance in the journey toward self-realization and enlightenment. He argues that shadow work must be done before enlightenment to prepare the mind for understanding one's true nature. Rahul discusses the four prerequisites required for spiritual growth and sheds light on how shadow work helps in recognizing and dealing with unconscious patterns, emotional attachments, and psychological shadows. He explores the role of discernment, detachment, mastery of senses, and the desire for liberation in overcoming these shadows. By integrating Advaita Vedanta teachings, the podcast provides a comprehensive guide to dealing with inner turmoil and recognizing the true self that exists beyond the mind's narratives.00:00 Introduction to The Bearded Mystic Podcast00:13 Understanding Shadow Work02:02 The Role of Vivek in Spirituality05:40 Dealing with Psychological Shadows08:01 Practicing Detachment13:33 Mastering the Mind and Senses19:10 Withdrawing from Distractions22:16 Enduring Pain and Discomfort23:35 Expressing and Managing Anger25:54 Faith in the Teachings and Path26:48 Inner Focus and Stillness28:12 Desire for Liberation29:58 Practical Scenarios and Responses36:34 The Importance of Shadow Work41:07 Final Thoughts and ConclusionJoin our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/hnRf7wESwX Visit my website: https://www.thebeardedmysticpodcast.com/Buy The Bearded Mystic Podcast Merch: https://thebeardedmysticpodcast.myshopify.com/Want a one-on-one spiritual discussion with The Bearded Mystic - book here: https://www.thebeardedmysticpodcast.com/p/spiritual-discussion/Subscribe to The Bearded Mystic Podcast channel: https://www.youtube.com/ @TheBeardedMysticPodcastBecome a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/thebeardedmysticpodcastRahul on Bluesky:  https://bsky.app/profile/beardedmystic.bsky.socialSupport the show

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“It could not by itself stop the advance of M23 without a strong Congolese army. And my sense is that it was not SADC that failed, but the Congolese army that failed.” Since December 2023, troops from SADC - the Southern African Development Community - have been taking part in a mission in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo tasked with supporting the Congolese army and protecting civilians and infrastructure. They included soldiers from Malawi, Tanzania and South Africa.But then in January, rebels from the M23 group made lightning advances across the region – taking key towns including the capital Goma. A number of SADC troops were killed in the fighting. And last week, South African president Cyril Ramaphosa announced a ‘phased withdrawal'.So is this a sign that the mission has failed? And what will it mean for the government and people of the DRC? Presenter: Alan @kasujja Guests: Rear Admiral (JG) Prince Tshabalala, Thierry Bashala (businessman) and Dr. Claude Kabemba, the CEO of Southern Africa Resource Watch.

Prayer is critical to any mission, as exemplified by Jesus and the early church. Jesus' Prayer Examples in Luke: Praying at his baptism (Luke 3:21) Withdrawing from crowds to pray in the wilderness (Luke 5:16) Spending an entire night in prayer before selecting disciples (Luke 6:12) Praying before asking disciples about his identity (Luke 9:18) […] The post Pray for the Mission appeared first on Bethel Mennonite Church - Gladys VA.

Episode 166. We'll cover how Enneagram stances shape the way you interact with others and navigate life. This episode breaks down the aggressive, withdrawing, and dependent stances, offering insight into their challenges, strengths, and paths for personal growth.- Enneagram stances- Orientation to time- Repressed centers of intelligenceVisit First Line's website and blog: ⁠https://www.firstlinepodcast.comEditing Service for Pre-Med and Medical Students (CV, personal statement, applications): ⁠https://www.fiverr.com/firstlinepod⁠ For a discount on your TrueLearn subscription use ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code firstlineContent on First Line is for educational and informational purposes only, not as medical advice. Views expressed are my own and do not represent any organizations I am associated with.

You've heard of the 5 Love Languages—now meet the 5 Anxiety Languages! In this episode of Being Human, Dr. Greg Bottaro introduces a groundbreaking way to understand anxiety: The 5 Anxiety Languages. Just like understanding love languages helps us express love, your Anxiety Language reveals how you instinctively process stress, uncertainty, and fear. Which anxiety language do you speak? Tune in to find out.   Key Topics: Why anxiety feels different for everyone—and why that matters. The 5 Anxiety Languages explained: Reactive, Activated, Minimizing, Withdrawing, and Impulsive. How these Anxiety Languages show up in your day-to-day life. Why Jesus' command to “be not afraid” isn't just a spiritual ideal—it's psychologically practical. How understanding anxiety as a “language” can help you break unhealthy patterns. Faith-based, practical steps to navigate anxiety and find peace.   Timestamps: 00:00 – Everybody has some level of anxiety 03:02 – Anxiety is not what you think 05:54 – The 5 Anxiety Languages: What's your predominant language? 07:18 – Reactive Quick-tempered, snappy, stressed-out under pressure. 12:02 – Activated: Always “on,” overachieving, constantly in motion. 14:34 – Minimizing: Saying “I'm fine” even when the house is on fire. 17:27 – Withdrawing: Avoidance, procrastination, or retreating inward. 22:02 – Impulsive: Jumping from thing to thing, seeking distraction (and the ADHD overlap). 24:53 – Review and Close   Learn More: Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicPsychInstitute Catholic Mindfulness Program – Dr. Greg Bottaro's mindfulness approach integrating Catholic faith and psychology. Daily Catholic Accompaniment – CatholicPsych's approach combines faith and psychology, offering personalized mentorship to transform your daily challenges. Blog article: Is Mindfulness safe for Catholics to practice? Coming soon: “What Is Your Predominant Anxiety Language?” Quiz We'd love to hear your feedback! Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com. Need help transforming anxiety into peace? Schedule a free CatholicPsych consultation.   Follow Us on Socials: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter (X) | LinkedIn

Humiliating the president of Ukraine in the Oval Office. Admonishing European leaders about migration and free speech. Voting alongside Russia against a UN resolution to condemn the invasion of Ukraine. Withdrawing from the World Health Organization and UN Human Rights Council. They are all signs from the Trump administration that point to a massive shift in America's foreign policy and alignment with the very “rules-based” international order the U.S. led after WWII.But how did the world order as we know it come to be? And if it comes to an end, what could the future look like? Dominic Sandbrook, co-host of The Rest is History, takes us through the last 70 years of global politics and how we got to this turning point. For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Latest Suicide Statistics:According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), suicide remains a significant public health issue in the United States.   In 2022, there were over 49,000 suicide deaths in the U.S.   It is also important to note that suicide is a leading cause of death for young people.Gender Disparities:Significantly Higher Rates in Males:Age Trends:Males:For males, the highest suicide rates are typically seen in older age groups, particularly those aged 75 and older.There has been an increase in male suicide rates for those in the 25-44, and 65 and older age groups.Females:For females, the highest suicide rates are often observed in middle age, particularly those aged 45-64.From 2020 to 2022, there has been an increase in female suicide rates for those 25 and older.Youth:It is important to note that even though the rates are lower, the percentage increase of suicide in the 10-14 year old female demographic, has been the largest percentage increase out of all female demographics, from 2001 to 2021.Common Reasons Why People Attempt or Commit Suicide1. Overwhelming Emotional Pain and Hopelessness:Escape from Unbearable Suffering:2. Mental Health Conditions:Depression:Major depressive disorder is strongly linked to suicide. Other Mental Disorders:Conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders also increase suicide risk.Substance Abuse:Drug and alcohol use can impair judgment, increase impulsivity, and exacerbate underlying mental health problems, contributing to suicide attempts.3. Stressful Life Circumstances:Interpersonal Problems:Financial Difficulties:Job loss, debt, and financial instability can create overwhelming stress.Trauma and Abuse:Experiences of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse can have lasting psychological effects and increase suicide risk.Social Isolation:Loneliness, and a lack of feeling connected to other people, can be a large contributing factor.4. Impulsivity:Advice - Identifying the Signs:Recognizing the warning signs of suicidal thoughts is crucial. These signs may include:Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves.Looking for ways to kill themselves, such as searching online or buying a gun.Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live.Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain.Talking about being a burden to others.Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs.   Withdrawing from friends, family, and activities.Sleeping too much or too little.Giving away prized possessions.Displaying extreme mood swings.Here are some best practices:Be Present and Listen: Show God's Love: Encourage Professional Help: Pray: Share Hope: Connect them to Church Community: Remember that God is in control: Even in the darkest times, God is still in control. Key Resources:The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): nami.orgYour local emergency room. https://rocksolidfamilies.orgSupport the show#Rocksolidfamilies, #familytherapy, #marriagecounseling, #parenting, #faithbasedcounseling, #counseling, #Strongdads, #coaching, #lifecoach, #lifecoaching, #marriagecoaching, #marriageandfamily, #control, #security, #respect, #affection, #love, #purpose, #faith, #affairs, #infidelity

This week's blogpost - https://bahnsen.co/3XjyQYt Exploring Taxes and Principal Withdrawal in Retirement: Listener Questions Answered In this episode of the Thoughts of Money podcast, hosts Trevor Cummings and Blaine Carver delve into listener questions about managing taxes and withdrawing principal in retirement. The discussion touches on common tax misconceptions, the impact of interest rates on tax bills, and strategies for achieving tax efficiency. They also explore the psychological and practical considerations of withdrawing dividends and interest versus dipping into principal, urging listeners to balance financial prudence with enjoying life. The hosts emphasize the importance of financial planning and professional guidance to navigate these crucial aspects of retirement strategy. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:12 Continuing the Miniseries 00:26 The Importance of Questions 02:08 Client Questions: Taxes and Distributions 02:39 Understanding Taxes and Tax Efficiency 09:29 Asset Allocation and Location 15:08 Withdrawing from Principal vs. Dividends and Interest 17:45 Encouraging Clients to Enjoy Their Wealth 24:27 Conclusion and Contact Information Links mentioned in this episode: http://thoughtsonmoney.com http://thebahnsengroup.com

Four categories are recognized under current regulations to qualify as an Eligible Designated Beneficiary (EDB). These include the surviving spouse, minor children of the decedent, a disabled or chronically ill individual as assessed at the time of the decedent's passing, and other individuals who are no more than ten years younger than the deceased account owner. If you fall into one of these categories, you'll be afforded more time and flexibility than Non-Eligible Designated Beneficiaries. This is due to recent regulatory changes, underscored by The Secure Act, altering the landscape of inherited IRAs. Outline of This Episode [00:00] The complexities and benefits of being an eligible designated beneficiary (EDB) for inheriting an IRA. [03:34] Eligible designated beneficiaries have two key advantages: more time and flexibility in inheritance. [08:21] Withdrawing from an IRA before age 59 incurs a 10% penalty and income tax; RMDs depend on age, starting at 73 for most people. [10:10] The stretch IRA avoids a 10% penalty by basing RMDs on life expectancy.  [15:46] Timing distributions strategically can reduce tax liability. Wait until retirement to avoid high tax brackets.  [18:01] Evaluate options carefully when inheriting an IRA, considering tax implications and future changes. ***********

Ever wondered how Roth IRAs can transform your retirement? Certified Financial Planner Mike Douglas explores the ins and outs of Roth IRAs, including the crucial five-year rule that many people may not know about regarding withdrawals. He explains the distinction between contributions and conversions, detailing how each affects your retirement planning. Mike’s key points include the importance of starting your Roth IRA early to maximize benefits and the separate five-year clocks for each conversion. Schedule your complimentary appointment today: MichigansRetirementCoach.com Follow us on social media: YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedInSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PREVIEW: DC: ARMY-NAVY CLUB: Colleague Jim McTague, on the membership committee of the prestigious club on Farragut Square, relates how younger members are inquiring about withdrawing due to DOD layoffs expected or underway. More later. 1833 DC

What happens when tragedy strikes at one of the most celebrated fitness events in the world? Hear from coaches David Syvertsen @davesy85 and Sam Rhee @bergencosmetic as we tackle the deeply felt repercussions of Lazar Đukić's tragic drowning at the CrossFit Games last year. This heartbreaking incident has not only fractured the CrossFit community but has also led to a substantial dip in Open registrations. Join us as we examine the actions of prominent athletes like Pat Vellner, Annie Thorisdottir, and Chandler Smith, who have stepped back from the 2025 Games season, and understand the ripple effects this has on the sport, both as a business and a community built on personal conviction and diverse viewpoints.The CrossFit community often blurs the lines between leaders and influencers, and we can't help but spotlight Chandler Smith's influential presence. Our time with key figures such as Patrick Vellner and Dave Castro gave us invaluable insights into the intricacies of leadership within CrossFit HQ. These interactions highlighted the camaraderie that the CrossFit Open fosters, even amidst recent turmoil. We explore how these events shape perceptions of CrossFit's leadership and discuss the need for discernment when choosing whom to follow.As the future of CrossFit unfolds, the tension between CrossFit HQ and professional athletes advocating for change is palpable. Our conversation pivots to the evolving relationship between CrossFit affiliates and the overarching brand, stressing the importance of community involvement over competitive edge. We encourage open dialogue and mutual appreciation, urging listeners to consider multiple perspectives. By embracing diverse viewpoints, we can better navigate the challenges of leadership and change within the vibrant world of CrossFit. Join us for a thoughtful discussion that aims to enrich and reshape our approach to fitness, community, and mindset.@crossfitbison @crossfittraining @crossfit @crossfitgames #crossfit #sports #exercise #health #movement #crossfitcoach #agoq #clean #fitness #ItAllStartsHere #CrossFitOpen #CrossFit #CrossFitCommunity @CrossFitAffiliates #supportyourlocalbox #crossfitaffiliate #personalizedfitness

Journalist Alex Newman is the single most knowledgeable person we know on pressing global issues, from national politics to the UN and globalism. Newman is the perfect guest to have interviewed the day after President Trump's February 4 press conference with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel.   Adding to Newman's enormous relevance, on the day of our interview with him, President Trump's White House released the Presidential Executive order “Withdrawing the United States from and Ending Funding to Certain United Nations Organizations and Reviewing United States Support to all International Organizations.” Alex Newman is the expert on the evils of the UN.   These events, Trump's press conference with Netanyahu and Trump's orders to remove the US from some of the worst UN agencies, made our interview with Alex Newman a feast of highly controversial and extremely important issues on an existential level for the survival and eventual thriving of both the U.S. and Israel.   President Trump continues to amaze us as he truly fulfills his promises to put America and its citizens first, defying and working to eliminate an infestation of government boondoggles and corruption. Then, on the evening of February 4, 2025, Trump went further in his daring joint press conference with the Premier of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, and embraced a new beginning in the Middle East in which the two leaders joined hands to leap beyond the chains of the UN, Muslim terrorists, and globalism to seek solutions that could work for anyone and everyone who wants peace.   Minutes before the press conference, I published a substack column, “How a Powerful Alliance Between the US and Israel Could Doom Globalism—the Importance of Trump Meeting Netanyahu.” And a short time later, Trump and Netanyahu outdid themselves in proposals that at last bypass the global predators and their terrorist minions in deciding for themselves how to solve the never-ending crises associated with hate and violence churned up by Arab and Muslim nations and their terrorists against Israel and the U.S. It was exhilarating, outside the box, and a little scary—but their goals aimed at liberating the entire Middle East of the horrors it has endured from violent, radical Muslims for decades. The goal of stopping Iran and its terrorist groups requires taking over the problem and solving it.   The U.S. and Israel are capable of bringing peace provided they can bring Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern nations to stand with them against antisemitism, radical Islam, Iran, and Iran-sponsored terror groups. Trump was already building a peace movement in the Middle East with Israel and Saudi Arabia during his first Presidency, and now he approaches it as a much more determined and knowledgeable man, willing to reject compromise with violent killers acting under the color of the UN, Islam, Iran, and globalism.   The leftist press is already lying about what Trump said about Gaza at his amazing press conference. Watch the press conference for yourself. It is one of the most remarkably innovative and hopeful political events I've ever seen.   In this one-hour interview, Ginger and I unleash Alex Newman to share with us his very extensive and very brilliant analyses of what is going on with Trump and the UN, Trump and Isreal, and Trump's overall strategy to crush globalism before it crushes us. You'll hear a few brief gaps of silence after Alex Newman speaks, and we will remain speechless in response. Yes, it's that good an interview with that good a man! Listen and learn, as we always do from Alex Newman.     ______   Learn more about Dr. Peter Breggin's work: https://breggin.com/   See more from Dr. Breggin's long history of being a reformer in psychiatry: https://breggin.com/Psychiatry-as-an-Instrument-of-Social-and-Political-Control   Psychiatric Drug Withdrawal, the how-to manual @ https://breggin.com/a-guide-for-prescribers-therapists-patients-and-their-families/   Get a copy of Dr. Breggin's latest book: WHO ARE THE “THEY” - THESE GLOBAL PREDATORS? WHAT ARE THEIR MOTIVES AND THEIR PLANS FOR US? HOW CAN WE DEFEND AGAINST THEM? Covid-19 and the Global Predators: We are the Prey Get a copy: https://www.wearetheprey.com/   “No other book so comprehensively covers the details of COVID-19 criminal conduct as well as its origins in a network of global predators seeking wealth and power at the expense of human freedom and prosperity, under cover of false public health policies.”   ~ Robert F Kennedy, Jr Author of #1 bestseller The Real Anthony Fauci and Founder, Chairman and Chief Legal Counsel for Children's Health Defense.  

Send us a textLet's dive into today and today's topic for The Daily Energize. Now, this topic comes from a question that was asked on our Jones and Four Live episode, I believe it was asked in episode two of season one. So the question was this, what do you do when you notice you're withdrawing? Like withdrawing from family, friends, events, different things. What do you do when you notice yourself withdrawing? 

What happens when your relationship with a client sours? When, and how, can you fire a client? And how can you avoid getting to that point? Guest Michael LeBoff is a veteran litigator who has worked with a variety of clients over his 25-year career.  LeBoff explains that client issues are, in most case, simply a matter of communication, payment, or a client's frustration with the legal system. The system is complicated, cases take time, and costs may surprise unprepared clients. A lot of this is about managing client expectations. For instance, if a case is held up in a court calendar, communicate to your client that you're still on the case and let them know what's going on. But despite all efforts, sometimes things simply don't work out and you may need to fire a client. It could be over slow payments or because a client has pushed you to behave unethically. Withdrawing from a case has its complications, ethical considerations, and Bar requirements. In these situations, it helps if you've documented everything in writing. That includes your strategy, desired outcomes, and costs.  Listen to this episode for best practices, how to protect yourself, and how to avoid minefields. RESOURCES: ABA Rule 1.16: Declining or Terminating Representation American Bar Association American Bar Association Litigation Section

This episode explores essential strategies for effective retirement withdrawals, emphasizing the importance of minimizing tax liabilities while maximizing fund growth. Listeners gain valuable insights into withdrawal frameworks, tax implications, and the role of technology in planning for a secure retirement.• Understanding income and tax strategies while working in retirement • Examining a real-life case study on withdrawal methods • Importance of software tools in financial planning • Different accounts require distinct strategies for withdrawals • Implications of Required Minimum Distributions • Strategies to enhance wealth through intentional withdrawals • The role of part-time income in retirement planning • Tailoring withdrawal strategies based on individual goals • The significance of legacy goals in financial planning • Call for listeners to engage and share their feedbackText us your thoughts on the show!Create Your Custom Early Retirement Strategy HereGet access to the same software I use for my clients and join the Early Retirement Academy here Join the new Root Collective HERE! (COMMUNITY)Ari Taublieb, CFP ®, MBA is the Vice President of Root Financial Partners and a Fiduciary Financial Planner specializing in helping clients retire early with confidence.

“… let us draw near to God…” Hebrews 10:22 NIV “Be still, and know that I am God…” Psalm 46:10 NLT The practice of solitude: Withdrawing to privacy for the purpose focusing on God, spiritual growth and strength. “After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later that night, he… Read More »Solitude

Why is Dad suddenly obsessed with withdrawing cash and hiding it around the house?Is he handing out money to strangers, forgetting where he put it, or putting himself at financial risk?If you're caring for a parent with dementia, you've likely faced frustrating and confusing financial behaviors. The repeated trips to the bank, the stacks of cash in odd places—these aren't just quirks.They're signs of deeper cognitive changes that can lead to financial vulnerability. But how do you step in without causing conflict?In this episode, you will:1) Discover why dementia leads to irrational financial decisions and the real reason behind your loved one's behavior.2) Learn practical legal steps to safeguard their money, from power of attorney to bank account strategies.3) Explore a compassionate care-based approach that can stop the problem without stripping away their dignity.Listen now to understand how to protect your loved one's finances and peace of mind—without unnecessary legal battles or family stress!

Blood represents our vitality and essence, circulation problems are often a shrinking back, the warmth or our blood not quite reaching our extremities; the edges of us. Listen as we explore what's happening in the physical body and how this is a representation of the thoughts and emotions that are going on inside.Want to explore and unlock your own patterns?Check out my new course UNBIND starting 17th of February  https://www.rootcausepractice.com/unbindWant to learn more with me?You can find me on Instagram @thehealingpoint._ , YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Traceystevens-rcpOr my website www.traceystevens.orgTo discover more about how your past experiences and emotions influence your physical body and health take a look at my courses and dive into the Emotional Anatomy Library to hear more unpublished podcasts. https://www.rootcausepractice.com/Would you like to be on my podcast or have a discussion on You Tube please email me info@traceystevens.org I'd be happy to connect with you.Lots of LoveTracey x

Kapha season is considered to be late winter and spring in Ayurveda, however, it's best to think of the qualities of the season as this is what determines whether it's kapha season. It's when there's cooler temperatures, the ground is saturated with rain or melting snow and the air is heavy with humidity. Having the understanding and awareness of the qualities which are present in our natural environment and our body/mind can help guide us in our food and lifestyle choices which can in turn prevent imbalances and illness. Some signs of excess kapha dosha are: Colds, coughs, flu, allergies with mucus and congestion Agni mandya (slow digestion) Feeling heavy and sluggish after eating Water retention Weight gain Lethargy and oversleeping Inertia or lack of motivation Slowness in all activities Foggy mind Feeling sad or depressed Withdrawing from social activities. In this episode Colette gives Ayurvedic tips on how to navigate this season to prevent these imbalances and she covers pacifying foods and tastes, best cooking methods, how and when to eat, self-care and mindfulness practices along with emotional and mental health advice. * Click here to learn more about discounted group Digestive Reset Cleanse starting January 31st, 2025 * Visit Colette's website www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com  Online consultations & Gift Vouchers Next discounted Group Cleanse starts January 31st, 2025 Private at-home Digestive Reset Cleanse tailored to you Educational programs - Daily Habits for Holistic Health Have questions before you book? Book a FREE 15 min online Services Enquiry Call * Join the Elements of Ayurveda Community! * Stay connected on the Elements Instagram and Facebook pages. * Enjoy discounts on your favourite Ayurvedic products: Banyan Botanicals - enter discount code ELEMENTSOFAYURVEDA15 at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.** Divya's  - enter discount code ELEMENTSOFAYURVEDA15 at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.** Kerala Ayurveda - enter discount code ELEMENTS15 to receive 15% off your first purchase.** **Shipping available within the U.S. only. * Thanks for listening!  

On his first day in office, President Donald Trump signed executive orders to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Paris Agreement. As reasons for withdrawing from the WHO, Trump cited the political influence of member states and unfair contribution expectations of the United States, further alleging that the health group had mishandled the Covid-19 pandemic and other health emergencies. The president stated that the Paris Agreement also put unfair burdens on the United States, removing the U.S. from the international compact for the second time after President Joe Biden undid Trump's withdrawal order from his first term. Both withdrawals will require one year to take effect, though federal health agencies have been ordered to stop working with the WHO immediately.Ad-free podcasts are here!Many listeners have been asking for an ad-free version of this podcast that they could subscribe to — and we finally launched it. You can go to tanglemedia.supercast.com to sign up!You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, our “Under the Radar” story ⁠here and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.Take the survey: What do you think of the withdrawals? Let us know!You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and edited and engineered by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Will Kaback, Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, and produced in conjunction with Tangle's social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who also created our logo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, Bradley dissects Trump's unprecedented barrage of executive orders, exploring their strategic and symbolic importance, as well as their impact on everyday Americans and the world as we knew it. “If you're looking for someone who reliably reinforces your views about Trump, good or bad," says Bradley, "this is not the right place for you. If you are looking for an objective, nonpartisan centrist take on things, I think we've got something to offer."Read more on Bradley's substack[00:01:20] – Start of the immigration discussion: Biden's handling of immigration and the need for reform.[00:03:18] – Reinstating Title 42 and thoughts on asylum policies.[00:04:13] – Ending birthright citizenship and its constitutional implications.[00:06:18] – Discussion on gerrymandering's impact on immigration policies.[00:08:24] – Suspending refugee resettlement and related immigration actions.[00:11:25] – Sanctuary cities and withholding federal funding; implications for cities like New York.[00:14:57] – Climate policies: Electric vehicle mandates, fossil fuel production, and renewable energy setbacks.[00:19:21] – Analysis of Trump's energy policies and implications for renewables and the global South.[00:20:29] – Trade policies: Tariffs on Mexican and Chinese imports and trade investigations.[00:22:15] – Federal operations: Bureaucracy changes, civil service reforms, and collective bargaining rights.[00:24:15] – Racial equity initiatives and their perceived backlash.[00:28:45] – Repealing Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence.[00:29:10] – Protections for transgender individuals and abortion access.[00:30:48] – Returning federal workers to offices and broader implications for accountability.[00:32:22] – Crime policies: Designating cartels as global terrorists and restoring the death penalty for certain crimes.[00:37:29] – January 6th insurrection and punishment discussions.[00:38:06] – Use of private prisons and concerns about profit-driven practices.[00:39:02] – Title IX and transgender protections[00:41:06] – Abortion restrictions and telemedicine access concerns.[00:42:50] – TikTok ban reversal and its implications for U.S.-China relations.[00:43:03] – Declassifying federal records on JFK and MLK assassinations.[00:44:04] – Renaming landmarks and backlashes to symbolic changes.[00:45:08] – Withdrawing from the World Health Organization and global cooperation concerns.[00:47:24] – Executive order directing “America First” foreign policy and its symbolism.[00:50:02] – Cost of living executive orders and broader economic implications.[00:51:54] – Closing reflections on Trump's branding and the impact of his executive orders.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on Trump's plan to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement.

The world is undergoing its greatest economic revolution since the internet, driven by artificial intelligence (AI), new green tech, and electric vehicles (EVs). Andrew Brill welcomes venture capitalist Tommy Stadlen, co-founder of Giant Ventures, to explain how AI is reshaping the economy and transforming our lives, why fixing climate change is the century's biggest investment opportunity, and how EVs will dominate the car industry by 2035. Discover the trillion-dollar trends shaping our future—and learn how to invest in and benefit from this new era of innovation. Investment Concerns? Get a free portfolio review with Wealthion's endorsed financial advisors at https://bit.ly/4a7fpqU Chapters: 0:59 - Giant Ventures: Purpose-Driven Tech Founders 2:27 - Competing with Tech Giants: Startups vs. Incumbents 4:03 - Finding the Needle in the Haystack: Venture Capital Strategies 5:59 - Can Public Investors Access Private Markets? 7:15 - AI: The Platform Shift Bigger Than the Internet 9:53 - Can AI Fix Healthcare? Revolutionary Innovations 12:11 - Climate Change is Real: Turning Crisis into Opportunity 16:48 - The Economic Cost of Ignoring Climate Change 18:18 - The Impact of Withdrawing from the Paris Agreement 20:50 - IRA Dollars in Red States: Republican Infighting on Climate 23:10 - Nuclear Renaissance: Powering the Future Safely 26:20 - Energy Innovations: Meeting the Demand Explosion 28:58 - Oil and Gas: Can It Ever Be Green? 31:18 - Tariffs and Climate Tech: Rising Costs, Falling Cooperation 33:35 - The EV Revolution: Are We Nearing Saturation? 37:22 - EV Charging Solutions: Unlocking the Urban Market 38:06 - Outlook for 2025: Stay Alive Till 25 39:00 - Giant Ideas Podcast: Where to Hear More from Tommy Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #Wealthion #Wealth #Finance #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ClimateTech #CleanEnergy #ElectricVehicles #Investing #TechInnovation #FutureTrends #GreenEnergy #Sustainability #EVs #InvestmentOpportunities #TechRevolution #Innovation #ClimateChange #Startups #TrillionDollarTrends #VentureCapital ____________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields. While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor. We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so. The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode, Doc G shares insights on his journey post-retirement, discussing his evolving mindset towards spending, the transition from accumulating wealth to decumulating it, and the emotional challenges of withdrawing from his portfolio. He has a net worth of $10 million. His diversification hasn't changed much since he first appeared on the show in the early days when his net worth was just over half of what it is today. He shares how he has started withdrawing from his portfolio and the emotional impact that has had on him. He also delves into his writing journey, particularly focusing on his new book, 'The Purpose Code', which explores the concept of purpose in life and finances. Throughout the conversation, he reflects on the importance of finding fulfillment beyond just financial success and how this shift has influenced his relationship with his children. Takeaways *Doc G is busier than ever post-retirement, focusing on passion projects. *He is learning to let go of his fear of spending money. *The transition from accumulation to decumulation is a significant shift. *Withdrawing from his portfolio has been an emotional journey. *Writing has become a central part of his life and purpose. *His new book, 'The Purpose Code', explores the concept of purpose. *He believes that purpose can be both a source of anxiety and fulfillment. *Doc G emphasizes the importance of using various tools for a fulfilling life, not just money. *He aims to model a life of purpose for his children. *The conversation about money has evolved into a deeper discussion about fulfillment.  Sponsored by: Wine Access

Join my Facebook group, Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors, and become part of a community with 11,500+ high-level real estate investors ► Join here: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/taxstrategyforinvestors⁠ In this episode, I dive into the various strategies for using retirement account funds to invest in real estate. From 401(k) loans to self-directed IRAs and even the little-known 60-day rollover rule, I break down the pros, cons, and tax implications of each approach. Whether you're exploring ways to grow your real estate portfolio or considering tapping into retirement funds, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you make the right decisions based on your financial goals. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:07 Should you tap into retirement accounts for real estate? 00:02:25 Strategy 1: Withdrawing funds (and why it's risky) 00:05:34 Tax strategies to offset penalties for 401(k) withdrawals 00:07:22 Strategy 2: Taking a 401(k) loan (and why it's often better than withdrawal) 00:10:11 Potential risks of 401(k) loans during job transitions 00:10:59 Strategy 3: Self-directing your IRA or 401(k) for real estate investments 00:12:51 Limitations and risks of self-directed retirement accounts 00:14:16 Strategy 4: The 60-day rollover rule — a hidden gem for short-term access to funds 00:16:14 Advanced tip: Using the 60-day rollover strategy for married couples 00:17:31 Key takeaways: Matching the right strategy to your financial situation Interested in working with me? Apply here: ► https://taxstrategy365.com/apply?el=podcast Let's connect! ► Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/learnlikeacpa/⁠ ► LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/learnlikeacpa/⁠ ► Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/LearnLikeaCPA⁠ ► Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/learnlikeacpa⁠ ► Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@learnlikeacpa⁠ *None of this is meant to be specific investment advice, it's for entertainment purposes only.

*Programming note: 'Behind The Table' is dark the week of November 25. Hostin joins Brian Teta to weigh in on Trump's controversial cabinet picks when they find out live that Matt Gaetz has removed himself from consideration for attorney general. Plus, she shares why she was so passionate about school vouchers on a recent show, what she wants to ask her friend House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries on 'The View' tomorrow, and her Thanksgiving plans! Have a question or want advice from Brian or a co-host? Call or text us at (917) 960-3037 or leave us a message here: https://woobox.com/kaoojs. Messages may be used on a future podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Snippet of wisdom 62.In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today's snippet is from my conversation with Anjel B Hartwell, an internationally acclaimed author and talk-show host.It is about the five ways that we ward off wealth. And what do we mean by "wealth", in the first place?˚

Join us in this insightful episode as we continue our series on year-end action items, focusing on optimizing your retirement planning. Today, we delve into the intricacies of withdrawing assets, discussing everything from flexible spending accounts to inherited IRAs. We also explore the concept of "gear, not stuff" with insights from Michael Easter, and how making thoughtful purchasing decisions can impact your financial health and the environment. Don't miss our deep dive into tax strategies and the importance of building a resilient retirement plan. Plus, we answer listener questions about decumulation, working with financial advisors, and more. Tune in to take actionable steps toward a secure and fulfilling retirement!PRACTICAL PLANNING SEGMENT(00:00) This week we continue to discuss year end action items to optimize your retirement planning(00:50) We are gearing up for a retirement plan live case study for January. This time we will be focusing on someone who is single with no children.(02:10) Roger shares an anecdote about having his kitchen cabinets painted and discusses gear versus stuff.(05:00) Roger discusses the importance of buying high quality items that last.(07:25) Today we're going to talk about accounts we should consider withdrawing money from before the end of the year. First up are FSA accounts.(08:14) The next accounts we are going to talk about are inherited pre-tax accounts.(09:30) If you inherited an IRA prior to January 1, 2020, your required minimum distribution is required to be taken out by the end of this year.(10:48) What happens if you inherited an IRA after 2020?(12:25) Since the Secure Act 2.0 started in 2023, the penalty for not taking the required minimum distribution is 25% of what you should have taken.(13:35) The next type of required minimum distributions we are going to talk about are those that are age related for original IRA owners.(15:03) Proactively taking qualified distributions can lower your overall tax rate in retirement.LISTENER QUESTIONS (20:44) Next Month, we'll focus on answering some of your questions on AskRoger.(21:12) The first question comes from Scott about principal versus interest and decumulation.(28:59) Next, Joy says she needs help with retirement planning and decumulation of assets.(32:45) Mike asks about decumulation and resilience. How should pre-retirees position retirement assets as they reach the last five years or so before retirement?(39:11) Tom asks about the five year rule for Roth 401k conversions.SMART SPRINT(41:08) Take a look at the items that we talked about in terms of withdrawing assets.BONUS(41:45) Roger reads another excerpt from his grandfather's war journal.REFERENCESAsk Rogerhttps://www.rogerwhitney.com/askrogerMichael Easterhttps://2pct.comDinkytown Calculators- specifically the 10/40 tax estimatorhttps://dinkytown.netSchwab Required Minimum Distribution Calculatorhttps://www.schwab.comSix Shot Saturdayhttps://6shotsaturday.comShow notes created by https://headliner.app

Let's talk about withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and why it matters... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beau-of-the-fifth-column/support

Voters were asked whether they approved of the Nazi government's withdrawal from the League of Nations. Official results indicated overwhelming support, with approximately 95% of voters casting ballots in favour of the ...

Seneca lived in a chaotic, dangerous, and unpredictable time. Listen in to this letter he wrote about how to stay sane in a crazy world and his advice for avoiding jealousy, hatred, and divisiveness. Today's episode is an excerpt from The Tao Of Seneca produced by Tim Ferriss' Audio. Get the free PDF at tim.blog/seneca

Preview: YELLOW LIGHT: Comment by author Nicholas Eberstadt, Men Without Work, that the low labor participation rate may reflect new groups moving out of jobs, such as the Boomers and a "yellow light" on women of working age withdrawing. 1941 Jobless

The House Foreign Affairs Committee releases its 350-page report documenting that President Biden failed to plan for the collapse of the Afghan government, though he was warned it would happen. But does the report let Donald Trump off the hook too easily, and what does it say about who should be America's next commander in chief?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices