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Contend for the Faith Ken Wilson Contend for the FaithJude 1-3Message SlidesJude Chart - WilsonIntroduction to 2 Peter - Bible Speaks TodayIntroduction to Jude - Bible Speaks TodayIntroduction to Jude - SwindollInsights on Jude - J. Daryle CharlesSurvey & Theological Insights on Jude - Jim SamraIntroduction to Jude - Jim SamraJude & The Epistles of Jude - BIBDDo you contend for the faith? - Bill Mounce"ἐπαγωνίζεσθαι" Word Study - WilsonIntroduction: A Common Salvation and an Imminent ThreatSecurity(God has provided for our personal security through tough times.)• Humble: We are equal servants of Jesus Christ (1a).• Called: We are sovereignly called by God (1b).• Loved: We are continually loved by God (1c).• Kept: We are constantly kept for Christ (1d).Ministry(God has provided for our personal ministry in tough times.)• Mercy: We must remember the mercy of God (2a).• Peace: We must experience the peace of God (2b).• Love: We must demonstrate the love of God (2c).Challenge(God has provided a realistic perspective on tough times.)• Salvation: The fellowship of our salvation inspires us (3a).• Confrontation: The opposition of false teachers compels us (3b).• Foundation: The “once for all entrusted to the saints faith” unites us (3c).Christians are secure and equippedto stand for the truth in an intense strugglebecause of the resources given by God.The Importance of JudeJude sometimes gets lost, tucked away at the back of the New Testament, butthis short book contains a powerful and important message. Christians ofevery age have had to contend with the danger of ungodly unbelieversinfiltrating and affecting the Christian community. Jude mixes togetherreassuring theological affirmations of God's love and power with pointedlypoetic attacks on ungodliness and wise practical instructions regarding whatbelievers are to do when they find themselves in such situations. Jim SamraThe Purpose of JudeJude wants his readers to understand who his opponents are, the ecologicaljudgment toward which they are moving, and, by implication, what willhappen to Christians who fall prey to their deceptions. He also gives hisreaders a threefold strategy for coping with the false teachers in the present.• Build yourself up in the most holy faith (v.20a).• Pray in the Holy Spirit (v.20b)• Keep yourself in God's love (v. 21a) Jude builds the strategy on the hope that not only can his readers avoidfalling prey to the false teaching, but that they can rescue other—includingthe false teachers themselves—who are already in its grasp. Frank ThielmanUPG FOCUS: The Yao in Malawi The Yao are a large people group in southeastern Africa, primarily living in Malawi, where most are subsistence farmers and fishermen. Though they identify as Muslim, many blend Islamic practices with traditional spiritual beliefs, creating strong spiritual barriers to the gospel. Despite having Scripture and some outreach efforts, very few follow Christ and the community remains resistant. Pray for those barriers to be broken, for the Word of God to take root, and for a growing movement of believers among the Yao.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 05/24 29,133Giving For 05/31 19,095YTD Budget 1,661,538Giving 1,930,553 OVER/(UNDER) 269,015Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 14, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Kids VBS VolunteersWe're gearing up for an exciting week at Rome VBS, June 22–26 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, and we'd love for you to be part of it! There are lots of ways to serve — whether you enjoy working directly with kids, helping behind the scenes, leading crafts or games, decorating, setting up, preparing materials, or simply jumping in wherever needed. It takes many hands to make VBS a success, and every role makes a difference. Come help us create a fun, welcoming, and unforgettable week for our kids! Contact Heather Fulmer, hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org or Ashley Overstreet, aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.org to volunteer!Men's fellowship Smoke OffNothing brings men together like BBQ! Join us for the Men's Ministry Smoke-Off on Saturday, June 20, from 5–8 PM at The Venue at Fellowship — great food, baggo, board games, and conversations that matter with men worth knowing. Want to compete? Sign up when you register. RSVP today. Register at fellowshipconway.org/men.. Automate the ImportantWe understand that the summer months can be a whirlwind of new schedules and travel. To ensure the continuous growth of Fellowship's ministry, we encourage you to simplify your giving process by automating it. It's a straightforward and hassle-free process. Just visit fellowshipconway.org/give, click “Ready to Give?” then “Recurring,” and fill out the necessary information. If you need any assistance, feel free to reach out to John in our office at 501-327-3444 between 8:30 and 4:30, Monday through Thursday.Father's Day Slide ShowWe will share a slide show of Fellowship fathers during both services on June 21. Please send one high-resolution photo (per family) to Lisa at lgerdes@fellowshipconway.org by June 15. The Arlington Mission Trip Has DepartedPlease be in prayer for the 55 youth and adults who traveled to Arlington, TX, this morning to lead backyard Bible studies and share the Gospel. Pray that God will use them powerfully as they minister throughout the week. They will return Friday evening with stories of God's work and hearts drawn even closer to Him.Do You Contend for the Faith - Bill Mounce

Show Notes & References Resources mentioned in this episode: Tither, E. (2025, December 10). ⁠⁠What happens to the data you feed LLMs?⁠⁠ University of Illinois System, Student Money Management Center. https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1055573584 Chen, K., Zhou, X., Lin, Y., Feng, S., Shen, L., & Wu, P. (2025). A survey on privacy risks and protection in large language models. ⁠⁠Journal of King Saud University – Computer and Information Sciences⁠⁠, ⁠⁠37⁠⁠(7). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44443-025-00177-1 Farooqui, A. (2025, February 12). ⁠⁠Samsung lets employees use ChatGPT again after secret data leak in 2023⁠⁠. SamMobile. https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-lets-employees-use-chatgpt-again-after-secret-data-leak-in-2023/ Han, X., Peng, H., & Liu, M. (2025). The impact of GenAI on learning outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of experimental studies. ⁠⁠Educational Research Review⁠⁠, 100714. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.edurev.2025.100714 Imperial War Museums. (2018). ⁠⁠How Alan Turing cracked the enigma code⁠⁠. https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/how-alan-turing-cracked-the-enigma-code Kwak, R. (2023, November 30). ⁠⁠Announcing Microsoft Copilot with Data Protection⁠⁠. Technology Services, University of Illinois. https://www.techservices.illinois.edu/2023/11/30/announcing-microsoft-copilot-with-data-protection/ Kwak, R. (2025, November 11). ⁠⁠ChatGPT arrives at U of I⁠⁠. Technology Services, University of Illinois. https://www.techservices.illinois.edu/2025/11/11/chatgpt-arrives-at-u-of-i/ Microsoft 365, Copilot with Data Protection – AI Chat for the Web. (2024). University of Illinois System KnowledgeBase. https://answers.uillinois.edu/133037 OpenAI. (2023). ⁠⁠Privacy policy⁠⁠. https://openai.com/en-GB/policies/row-privacy-policy/ Ray, S. (2023, May 2). ⁠⁠Samsung bans ChatGPT among employees after sensitive code leak⁠⁠. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2023/05/02/samsung-bans-chatgpt-and-other-chatbots-for-employees-after-sensitive-code-leak/ Yao, Y., Duan, J., Xu, K., Cai, Y., Sun, Z., & Zhang, Y. (2024). A survey on large language model (LLM) security and privacy: The good, the bad, and the ugly. ⁠⁠High-Confidence Computing⁠⁠, ⁠⁠4⁠⁠(2), 100211. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hcc.2024.100211

The army that marches north out of Quanzhou in June 1852 is not the same one that left Jintian 18 months prior. It has left its prime architect in an unmarked grave, massacred the city that killed him, and crossed into the unknown territory of Hunan. At Daozhou, for the first time, the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom starts speaking to Empire at large, calls upon brotherhood to honor their blood-oaths, & dares name the emperor himself a demon. It's beginning to get real, and all roads - it seems - lead toward Changsha... Time Period Covered:June – October 1852 Major Historical Figures:Taiping Heavenly Kingdom:Hong Xiuquan, Heavenly King, Second Son of God [1814–1864]Yang Xiuqing, East King, Voice of God the Father [d. 1856]Xiao Chaogui, West King, Voice of Jesus Christ [d. 1852]Wei Changhui, North King [1823–1856]Shi Dakai, Wing King [1831–1863] Qing Dynasty:Luo Bingzhang, Governor of Hunan [1793–1867] Other:Lan Chengzun, Yao tribesman, White Lotus chieftain [fl. 1836]Lei Zaihao, Yao chieftain [fl. 1847]Li Yuanfa, Han Triad rebel leader [fl. 1849] Major Sources Cited:Kuhn, Philip A. "Ch. 6, The Taiping Rebellion" in The Cambridge History of China, Vol. 10.Platt, Stephen R. Autumn in the Heavenly Kingdom.Spence, Jonathan D. God's Chinese Son: The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom of Hong Xiuquan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fertility is one of the most misunderstood areas of women's health, and most people don't realize how early planning actually matters. In this episode of The Shift podcast, Sonia Azad sits down with reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist Dr. Kimberly Yau to break down everything you need to know about fertility, egg freezing, IVF, AMH testing, PCOS, irregular periods, and how age impacts reproductive health. You'll learn: • When to see a fertility specialist • What AMH actually means (and what it doesn't) • The truth about egg freezing success rates • Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s • IVF, embryos, and reproductive technology advances • Male factor infertility and sperm health • Fertility preservation for medical reasons (like cancer treatment) This conversation is designed to give you clarity so you can make informed decisions about your reproductive future.

On a recent trip, some of us had the chance to visit Kakum National Park in Ghana. To experience the famous canopy walk, you first have to hike up a steep, difficult hill. Our guide, Yao, pointed out the massive, ancient tree roots that crisscrossed the path. As we navigated the rough terrain, he paused and gave a simple, profound instruction: “In order to make it safely and successfully up this mountain, please don't step on the roots!” That phrase captured my attention, because it's a key to life, not just for a hike in the rainforest, but for our journey as a people.Like that group climbing the hill, we as a people are climbing mountains of systemic racism, structural inequality, and economic deprivation. If we are going to make it to the top, we cannot step on our roots. This is the same wisdom God gave the Israelites through Moses. As they prepared to move toward the Promised Land, God gave them specific instructions about how to treat the people and the land they passed through. To go forward into their future, they had to remember where they came from. They had to build a community that did not mirror the oppression they had left behind.

Today we kick off the sixth season of Major Pain by catching up with previous guests Danni, Courtney, Joan and Kaitlyn. Danni is a baker who was risking extreme pain every time she would eat, and doctors had no idea why. She returns to the show with a huge update: she finally has a diagnosis! She tells us how a pocket of fluid around her heart and shortness of breath finally triggered doctors to take her seriously, opening a diagnostic pathway that has resulted in treatment and answers. Listen to her original episode here: https://majorpainpodcast.com/every-time-this-baker-eats-she-risks-intense-abdominal-pain/ Courtney used to think of herself as a hot potato patient, being passed from specialist to specialist in search of a diagnosis for her mystery illness. She returns to the show with a new diagnosis of Yao syndrome and new treatment plan, and is even seeing the doctor her disease is named for! Listen to her original episode here: https://majorpainpodcast.com/the-infuriating-contradictions-of-undiagnosed-illness/ Joan lives with a complex and frustrating form of GERD that has prevented her from lying flat for the past 5 years. She returns to the show having recently undergone surgery called toupet fundoplication, aimed at managing her symptoms. She describes the surgery and the outcome, discussing whether she feels it was a worthwhile procedure. Listen to her original episode here: https://majorpainpodcast.com/joan-of-heart-from-pedal-playhouse-on-her-complex-medical-journey/ Kaitlyn originally appeared on the show as a recent college graduate who had been diagnosed with 14 chronic illnesses. She returns with an additional diagnosis and a new outlook on life. Listen to her original episode here: https://majorpainpodcast.com/kaitlyn-tells-us-about-living-with-14-chronic-illnesses/ PlayWatch the episode on YouTube or Spotify, listen here on our website or on your favorite podcast platform. PODCAST LINKSWEBSITE: https://majorpainpodcast.comEMAIL: majorpainpodcast@gmail.comSUBSCRIBE: https://majorpainpodcast.com/subscribeSPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NDoD07WJmICdfdRKq0TyNAPPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/major-pain/id1562947550?mt=2&ls=1 SOCIAL MEDIAINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/majorpainpodcastTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorpainpodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MajorPainPodcastFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/majorpainpodcast AFFILIATE LINKSRARE PATIENT VOICE: https://rarepatientvoice.com/MajorPainPodcastAMAZON SHOP: https://www.amazon.com/shop/majorpainpodcastNEURAHEALTH: https://www.neurahealth.co/majorpain

Hosted by Dr. Sid Dogra, this episode of the Radiology Podcast explores new research showing that where fat is distributed in the body—particularly visceral and organ-specific fat—may matter more for brain health than overall BMI. Drawing on a large UK Biobank MRI study, Dr. Dogra discusses how specific fat distribution patterns, including pancreatic-predominant and "skinny fat" phenotypes, are associated with accelerated brain aging, cognitive decline, and increased neurologic disease risk.   Association of Body Fat Distribution Patterns at MRI with BrainStructure, Cognition, and Neurologic Diseases. Yu and Yao et al. Radiology 2026; 318(1):e252610.

In this episode of the Award-winning PRS Journal Club Podcast, 2026 Resident Ambassadors to the PRS Editorial Board – Lucas Harrison, Christopher Kalmar, and Priyanka Naidu- and special guest, Jordan W. Swanson, MD, discuss the following articles from the April 2026 issue: "Primary Septal Cartilage Graft for Unilateral Cleft Rhinoplasty: 10-Year Follow-Up Results and the Effect on Septal Deviation" by Ueno, Fukui, Yao, et al. Read the article for FREE: https://bit.ly/UniCleft10Yr Special guest Dr. Jordan Swanson is the Linton Whitaker Endowed Chair of Craniofacial Surgery at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and an associate professor of surgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in the care of patients with cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, and other craniofacial conditions, as well as adult craniofacial and aesthetic surgery. His work in global partnerships with teams in low- and middle-income countries has spanned more than a decade, including collaboration with the Nicaraguan Ministry of Health, where he helped build a joint, comprehensive cleft and craniofacial program. He has also led initiatives to expand access to high-quality surgical care in low-resource settings through his clinical practice, research, and global health leadership. Dr. Swanson advances surgical innovation, education, and care delivery across diverse healthcare contexts. READ the articles discussed in this podcast as well as free related content: https://bit.ly/JCApril26Collection The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

En este episodio de Hemispherics nos metemos de lleno en una de las preguntas clásicas de la neurorrehabilitación: ¿de dónde sale realmente la sinergia flexora? A partir de trabajos muy recientes con participación de Krakauer, exploramos una idea que puede cambiar la forma en la que entendemos este fenómeno: y es que quizá la sinergia no sea algo que el cerebro “genere” tras la lesión, sino la expresión de patrones preexistentes en la médula espinal que emergen cuando se pierde suficiente control descendente. A lo largo del episodio desmontamos el modelo clásico centrado en la vía reticuloespinal, analizamos evidencia experimental en primates y proponemos una visión integradora donde corteza, tronco y médula interactúan en distintos niveles. Un episodio para replantearse no solo el origen de la sinergia, sino también cómo la abordamos en clínica. Referencias del episodio: 1. Baines, A., Poll, A., Baker, A. M., Krakauer, J. W., & Baker, S. N. (2026). Arm Control and its Recovery after Selective Lesions of Sensorimotor Cortex and the Red Nucleus: A Kinematic Study in Non-Human Primates. bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology, 2025.08.06.668715. https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.08.06.668715 2. Baines, A., Glover, I. S., Baker, A. M. E., Krakauer, J. W., & Baker, S. N. (2026). Extent of damage to descending output from cortex rather than to specific cortical regions drives the emergence of flexor synergy in non-human primates. bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology, 2026.03.04.709517. https://doi.org/10.64898/2026.03.04.709517 3. Brunnstrom, S. (1970). Movement therapy in hemiplegia: A neurophysiological approach. Harper & Row. 4. Dewald, J. P., Pope, P. S., Given, J. D., Buchanan, T. S., & Rymer, W. Z. (1995). Abnormal muscle coactivation patterns during isometric torque generation at the elbow and shoulder in hemiparetic subjects. Brain : a journal of neurology, 118 ( Pt 2), 495–510. https://doi.org/10.1093/brain/118.2.495 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7735890/). 5. Dewald, J. P., & Beer, R. F. (2001). Abnormal joint torque patterns in the paretic upper limb of subjects with hemiparesis. Muscle & nerve, 24(2), 273–283. https://doi.org/10.1002/1097-4598(200102)24:23.0.co;2-z (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11180211/). 6. Hug, F., Avrillon, S., Ibáñez, J., & Farina, D. (2023). Common synaptic input, synergies and size principle: Control of spinal motor neurons for movement generation. The Journal of physiology, 601(1), 11–20. https://doi.org/10.1113/JP283698 (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10098498/). 7. Glover, I. S., Baker, A. M. E., Krakauer, J. W., & Baker, S. N. (2026). A spinal origin for the obligate flexor synergy in the non-human primate: Implications for control of reaching. The Journal of neuroscience : the official journal of the Society for Neuroscience, e1878252026. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1523/JNEUROSCI.1878-25.2026 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41802867/). 8. Kiehn O. (2016). Decoding the organization of spinal circuits that control locomotion. Nature reviews. Neuroscience, 17(4), 224–238. https://doi.org/10.1038/nrn.2016.9 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26935168/). 9. McPherson, J. G., Chen, A., Ellis, M. D., Yao, J., Heckman, C. J., & Dewald, J. P. A. (2018). Progressive recruitment of contralesional cortico-reticulospinal pathways drives motor impairment post stroke. The Journal of physiology, 596(7), 1211–1225. https://doi.org/10.1113/JP274968 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29457651/). 10. McPherson, L. M., & Dewald, J. P. A. (2022). Abnormal synergies and associated reactions post-hemiparetic stroke reflect muscle activation patterns of brainstem motor pathways. Frontiers in neurology, 13, 934670. https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2022.934670 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36299276/). 11. Owen, M., Ingo, C., & Dewald, J. P. A. (2017). Upper Extremity Motor Impairments and Microstructural Changes in Bulbospinal Pathways in Chronic Hemiparetic Stroke. Frontiers in neurology, 8, 257. https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2017.00257 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28659855/). 12. Tapia, J. A., Tohyama, T., Poll, A., & Baker, S. N. (2022). The Existence of the StartReact Effect Implies Reticulospinal, Not Corticospinal, Inputs Dominate Drive to Motoneurons during Voluntary Movement. The Journal of neuroscience : the official journal of the Society for Neuroscience, 42(40), 7634–7647. https://doi.org/10.1523/JNEUROSCI.2473-21.2022 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36658461/). 13. Zaaimi, B., Edgley, S. A., Soteropoulos, D. S., & Baker, S. N. (2012). Changes in descending motor pathway connectivity after corticospinal tract lesion in macaque monkey. Brain : a journal of neurology, 135(Pt 7), 2277–2289. https://doi.org/10.1093/brain/aws115 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22581799/).

Send us Fan MailThe wedding doesn't magically upgrade your relationship. The real upgrade or the real collapse usually starts when the pressure hits: kids, sleep loss, money stress, business risk, and the moment you realize the help stops showing up.Anthony Amon from Redefined Fitness and Yao get honest about what marriage looks like when you're building a business and raising a family at the same time. Anthony tells the story of being the guy who took a great woman for granted, hit a “what am I doing with my life” moment, and rebuilt himself through responsibility, discipline, and opening his first gym. That journey exposes painful lessons about friendships, boundaries, and how fast your circle changes when you stop living the old life.We also go deep on divorce prevention mindset, including the “burn the boats” approach to commitment, why taking your partner for granted kills long-term love, and how to “fall in love again” on purpose after conflict. Then we debate a question that makes most couples pause: who should come first in a family, your kids or your spouse, and what does a unified front actually look like in real parenting decisions?If you're navigating entrepreneurship, marriage advice that isn't fluffy, communication problems, or the emotional whiplash of building a life under pressure, this conversation will give you language and tools you can use today. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review with the biggest takeaway you're trying to apply.Support the showLearn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

In this episode of the Award-winning PRS Journal Club Podcast, 2026 Resident Ambassadors to the PRS Editorial Board – Lucas Harrison, Christopher Kalmar, and Priyanka Naidu- and special guest, Jordan W. Swanson, MD, discuss the following articles from the April 2026 issue:  "Influence of Surgical Technique and Surgical Skill on Outcomes of Cleft Palate Repair" by Sitzman, Kirschner, Temkit, et al. "Primary Septal Cartilage Graft for Unilateral Cleft Rhinoplasty: 10-Year Follow-Up Results and the Effect on Septal Deviation" by Ueno, Fukui, Yao, et al. "A Comparison of Surgical Techniques for Macroglossia in Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome" by Romeo, Lenz, George, et al. Special guest Dr. Jordan Swanson is the Linton Whitaker Endowed Chair of Craniofacial Surgery at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and an associate professor of surgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in the care of patients with cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, and other craniofacial conditions, as well as adult craniofacial and aesthetic surgery.  His work in global partnerships with teams in low- and middle-income countries has spanned more than a decade, including collaboration with the Nicaraguan Ministry of Health, where he helped build a joint, comprehensive cleft and craniofacial program. He has also led initiatives to expand access to high-quality surgical care in low-resource settings through his clinical practice, research, and global health leadership. Dr. Swanson advances surgical innovation, education, and care delivery across diverse healthcare contexts. READ the articles discussed in this podcast as well as free related content: https://bit.ly/JCApril26Collection  The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

We trace the often-overlooked story of Islam's journey into Southern Africa—from early contacts in Mozambique and Malawi, to inland routes reaching Zimbabwe, Zambia, and even the fringes of South Africa. We explore how Islam took root among peoples like the Yao and the Ba-Lemba, how literacy promoted by Islam transformed societies, and why its expansion in the south differed from the sweeping movements seen elsewhere on the continent. And in a striking turn of history, we reflect on how—by the decree of Allah—the very forces that strove to hinder Islam's spread in other parts of the world, became, in the far south, unexpected means for its establishment and growth.

En este episodio exploramos un fenómeno clínico sorprendente que algunos terapeutas han observado en pacientes con daño cerebral: personas que durante el día no pueden abrir la mano voluntariamente, pero que, justo al despertarse, sí consiguen hacerlo durante unos segundos o minutos. A partir de un caso real, analizamos qué podría estar ocurriendo en el sistema nervioso para que aparezca esta “ventana motora” transitoria. El episodio revisa cómo las alteraciones del equilibrio entre el tracto corticoespinal y las vías cortico-reticuloespinales pueden favorecer patrones globales como la sinergia flexora, que terminan “secuestrando” la apertura de la mano durante la actividad diaria. A lo largo del episodio se propone una explicación integradora basada en tres factores clave: el estado de activación del sistema nervioso al despertar, la neuromodulación monoaminérgica que regula la excitabilidad de las motoneuronas y las corrientes internas (PICs), y el papel crucial de la biomecánica y la postura del miembro superior. Esta combinación podría generar una breve fase de menor hiperactividad flexora que permite emerger al movimiento. Más allá de la curiosidad clínica, el episodio plantea una pregunta terapéutica fundamental: si entendemos por qué aparece esa ventana, ¿podemos reproducirla y utilizarla en rehabilitación para entrenar la apertura de la mano? Referencias del episodio: 1.     Bertini, M., Ferrara, M., De Gennaro, L., Curcio, G., Fratello, F., Romei, V., Pauri, F., & Rossini, P. M. (2004). Corticospinal excitability and sleep: a motor threshold assessment by transcranial magnetic stimulation after awakenings from REM and NREM sleep. Journal of sleep research, 13(1), 31–36. https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1365-2869.2003.00379.x (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14996032/). 2.     De Gennaro, L., Bertini, M., Ferrara, M., Curcio, G., Cristiani, R., Romei, V., Fratello, F., Pauri, F., & Rossini, P. M. (2004). Intracortical inhibition and facilitation upon awakening from different sleep stages: a transcranial magnetic stimulation study. The European journal of neuroscience, 19(11), 3099–3104. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.0953-816X.2004.03411.x (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15182318/). 3.     Dewald, J. P., & Beer, R. F. (2001). Abnormal joint torque patterns in the paretic upper limb of subjects with hemiparesis. Muscle & nerve, 24(2), 273–283. https://doi.org/10.1002/1097-4598(200102)24:23.0.co;2-z (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11180211/). 4.     Ferrara, M., & De Gennaro, L. (2000). The sleep inertia phenomenon during the sleep-wake transition: theoretical and operational issues. Aviation, space, and environmental medicine, 71(8), 843–848 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10954363/). 5.     Heckman, C. J., Mottram, C., Quinlan, K., Theiss, R., & Schuster, J. (2009). Motoneuron excitability: the importance of neuromodulatory inputs. Clinical neurophysiology : official journal of the International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology, 120(12), 2040–2054. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinph.2009.08.009 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19783207/). 6.     Heckman, C. J., Johnson, M., Mottram, C., & Schuster, J. (2008). Persistent inward currents in spinal motoneurons and their influence on human motoneuron firing patterns. The Neuroscientist : a review journal bringing neurobiology, neurology and psychiatry, 14(3), 264–275. https://doi.org/10.1177/1073858408314986 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18381974/). 7.     Huber, R., Mäki, H., Rosanova, M., Casarotto, S., Canali, P., Casali, A. G., Tononi, G., & Massimini, M. (2013). Human cortical excitability increases with time awake. Cerebral cortex (New York, N.Y. : 1991), 23(2), 332–338. https://doi.org/10.1093/cercor/bhs014 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22314045/). 8.     Lan, Y., Yao, J., & Dewald, J. P. A. (2017). The Impact of Shoulder Abduction Loading on Volitional Hand Opening and Grasping in Chronic Hemiparetic Stroke. Neurorehabilitation and neural repair, 31(6), 521–529. https://doi.org/10.1177/1545968317697033 (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28506146/). 9.     Li, S., & Francisco, G. E. (2015). 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This satirical audio transcript from "The Strange Mole Show" employs surrealist sketch comedy to critique the contemporary political landscape of the United Kingdom and the United States. The narrative is structured as a series of absurdist vignettes, featuring caricatured versions of figures like Donald Trump, Liz Truss, and Nigel Farage, while utilizing a Harry Potter allegory to mock the perceived failures of Keir Starmer's leadership. Central themes include the instability of global power, the corruption of the "billionaire class," and the lingering shadows of scandals like the Epstein list. Ultimately, the piece serves as a biting social commentary, using dark humor and parody songs to express a deep-seated populist frustration with institutional hypocrisy and the erosion of political accountability.   Transcript: A year off from doing the Strange Mole Show and where are we? The Greens have just won Gorton and Denton. Maybe there's a bit of hope. Maybe the world is about to change for the better. We bring you this breaking news. Israel and America have bombed Iran. Oh, bollocks. The strange mole show. The strange mole show. pop baby. What the hell?   Mr. President, I need you to stop playing with the sliders on your toy tariff adjuster and come with me. Why? What's going on?   I need you to come with me to a secure location. We've had notice of a credible threat.   Who is it?   Reports are coming in that Bliss Trust is on her way and she wants to shake hands with you.   Jesus Christ. Get me out of here.   Ky Donald.   Oh my god.   S about the window. I don't know what's going on. on with your door people. But they said I didn't have the right credentials. Can you imagine? As if anyone needs qualifications and credentials anymore.   Listen, Liz, baby, it's great to see you and everything, but I got a lot going on right now. So many beautiful things. And I'm going to have to take a little rain check until   until you can find a new sunny hot spot. Liz. Honey, don't be like that.   Like what, Donald? I thought you liked my cheery disposition.   I just don't want you to go upsetting yourself again. Remember what the doctor said about getting all confused when you think about things too hard.   I get what doctors Donald,   this is nappy one requesting immediate backup. The shrew is Wild. I repeat, the shrew is wild. Ma'am, stand down.   Lizzy Sugar, calm down.   Where is my necklace, Donald?   I don't have it. I swear.   You can tell me now while you still have the faculties to read an auto quue. Or we can do a photo op and shake hands to celebrate. how you have so many former world leaders still like you. It's up to you, Donnie.   Please, no, not the handshake. I've got so much to live for.   Really?   Well, no. But there's still a few megamorons with some dollars I can squeeze.   The necklace, Donald.   I don't Don't have it. I never did. It was another bluff.   You son of a   Wait, wait. Steve has it.   Steve Bannon.   No, Steve Guttenberg. Of course, Steve Bannon. Now, please don't shake my hand. I can't go out like the queen.   All right, but this isn't over until I get what's mine, Donnie.   Sure. Sure. Whatever you need. baby.   And if I don't, the list you're going to be on is the obituary one. Are we clear?   Totally, Crystal. I'll make all the calls. So many beautiful calls to find out everything you need to know.   You'd better because the lady ain't for learning.   What?   Oh, and Donald.   Yes.   Don't forget to like and subscribe on my YouTube. YouTube channel. Till next time, the listister is leaving. Watcher. God damn it, that was a close one. Quick, let's bomb her ran and see if we can shut down the world's airspace so she can't come back. What the hell is going on? I was assured that when I opened this magical cabinet, I would have access to all the corridors of power. And now look where we are.   My Lord Bulga thought   that's not my title yet. I was hoping to retire into the role, but instead we are one year on from getting rid of that Tory fool Bumblebear, and I'm suddenly two Horcruxes. down out of nowhere.   Two Horlocks is down, Saki.   Yes, two. I can no longer hear the whispers of advice from the old dark lord that were hidden deep within Jeff Fiddler's diary. Now that everyone's sunk their teeth into it, it's ruined. And just last night, somebody cut their head off my beloved snake that was by my side.   Won't somebody think of the women and children?   That's the problem. Everybody will, and they'll see that We facilitated these spells of horror in human history, too.   Well, I'm sorry to report, but your NHS data eaters have been reporting attacks of green lightning strikes with people shouting, "I've had enough of this s***." Bloody hell, Wasel. Just watch where Yao's firing off shots at.   Enough. There is no time for fighting when we have these Harley Quinn plotters taking down our power bases. They just killed off Gorton and Denton.   This did all start to go wrong when you grasped hold of the deadly values. Yao now.   All right. I know that trying to throw a cloak of invisibility over the disabled and trans community caused a bit of a muggle. And perhaps snapping the elder bonds was a mistake.   Resurrecting saturity was always going to get you stoned.   Well, it was that or let in the demented. It's bad enough he's still hovering over Gaza looking for a job.   So, are we summoning all of your supporters for a counter attack? Reveal some scandalous secrets, Hogwarts and all.   Don't be absurd. I haven't any supporters left. Just a few patron asses to defend me. I shall have to lie low and hope I don't get scorched by an ally in an unexpected way. See you, Anna. Oh dear.   Next up on Radio Flawed, it's Poets's Corner with Spam Heirs. Scam. le abounds. Rumors persist. Who could be named in the full Epstein list? Excitement and interest for a gossipy twist. Such picadillo. Who could resist? Will there be royals, princes and kings? Political classes and celebrity rings. Corruption and crime in each institution. Powerful figures runchy. Prostitution. Media mogul maintain the illusion. Generations of suburuge lies and confusion. Page upon page of such sickening depravity. Everyone struggling with the size, the pure gravity of evil, its ability and widespread capacity. So how do we deal with truths we have learned? The tales of these women, those stories were burned. And when the stakes were so high, when blind eyes were turned, and no verdict of justice was ever returned. Public inquiry, public outrage. Don't let the billionaire class turn the page. Reject the old orders. Start a new age. And never rest up till they rot in a cage. Hello, Nigel Farage here, working hard from home in my beloved town of um where do I live this week? Ah, yes, Clton. Here with a special message for my old pal Steve from your old pal Jeffrey who's asked me to pass on his Best wishes from beyond the veil. Whoa. Beyond the veil. Oh, that sounds a bit, you know, nice. Wink wink. I hope this Jeffrey isn't a threat to women and children. Oh, Mr. Farage, you scared me. I did not know you were working from home today.   Ah, Wanita, I'm sorry if you were startled. I'm just doing a few recordings and I thought my wife had told you that I was here.   No, Mr. Ash, she not tell me nothing. I cannot understand her. I don't speak German.   Well, regardless of that, I do have a number of cameo videos to make here. So,   Oh, that is why you not have the trousers on. You're so naughty, Mr. Farage.   No, no, it's nothing like that. I just got up and was simply knocking out a few gems for my loyal followers to start the day.   Understands me, sir. Farage. You're an alien. Riser, but it's just for only fans. You are a giver.   Precisely. No, wait. It's not that at all.   Oh, you're on the take.   No.   Oh, it's a tough economy, Mr. Farage. We do what we can to pay the bills. Everyone needs a side hustle. Quanita runs evening rumba class.   I'm not sure that I can approve of provocative, exotic, foreign, non-Christian dancing. Oh, Mr. Farage. Roomba classes. I teach for boomers that are too lazy to read instructions or use the internet on how they use electronica. It pays for cruise three times a year. Hoovering up the profits. Eh.   Oh, see Mr. Farage. So, Juanita is very busy. Um, when can clean, please?   Well, I'm very busy, Wanita. Let's see. I've got wellw wishes for a pizza. A file press, a G. Maxwell, a Mandy Petlesson. Oh, I've also got to get through three H Shipman's, four J Saviles, and half a dozen Hugh Januses.   Oh dear.   Although I am flying out to my holiday home to see Donald this afternoon. I suppose I could rattle them off there.   Uh, will Mrs. Farage meet you there?   No, she's heading off to our second home in Germany to do some work from there. with the children.   Good gracious, no. They have homework to do in the countryside home.   Well, it seems like you never relax, Mr. Farage.   It may seem that way, but where you see sacrifice, I see advantage.   You You see benefit.   Exactly.   You You see benefit while you working from home.   I suppose you could say that.   Shall I come back later? It does go against my foreign workers return policy, but I suppose you should. We can't have any horrible messes building up and causing a stink in my own backyard, can we?   Oh, I'm sure you are squeaky clean, Mr. Farage.   Yes, of course.   As my grandmother used to say, the dust cannot settle if you sweep it away from from the carpet and not underlay.   Yes. Um, you haven't got any spaces in that room class later, have you? When I wake up, well, I know there's going to be there's going to be another pedo crime on view when it comes out. Yeah, I know there's going to be there's going to be be a man we all know. You know who. If they get dumb, I'm going to be surprised. I'm going to be the man who's just as shocked at it as you. And if love falters, hey, I know I'm going to be I'm going to be the man who calls out this taboo. But I would read the Epstein files and I would read three million more just to see the wealthy class was slow. across a courtroom floor when I'm reading. Yes, I know. I'm going to see I'm going to see the man who's working against you. And all the money flowing from the crimes they do. It all began when the UK left the EU. When I call When I Oh, I know they're going to flee. They're going to flee. The country vanish out the blue. And they might grow loud. Well, I know there's going to be there's going to be a crowd who hear the victim. It's true. Cuz I would read the Epstein files and I would read 3 million more just to see the wealthy class walk slow across the courtroom floor. Hang the bastards. Hang the bastards. Hang the bastards. Hang the bastards. They done. They done. They done. They done. They done.   Hang the bastards. Hang the bastards. Hang the bastards. Hang the bastards. They done. They done. They done. They done. They done. The Strange Mole Show is written by The Holy Mole and performed alongside Chris Doc Strange and Chrissy Greg. Additional musical material by Augusta Lees. Find back episodes at strange mole.co.uk. Oh, hello sir. Been on holiday in Cornwall. I go. Yeah, as a matter of fact, I have. I was I was visiting my friend Jethro. I forgot what I forgot while I went away. I've been spending time with him.   Knows how he speaks now.   You mean I don't normally speak like this? Yes, master.   No, master. Hello, sir. I can't not do it now.

Die Amygdala ist unser Angstzentrum. Viele kennen sie auch als "Mandelkern". Diese Amygdala schrumpft und wächst, je nachdem, wie wir unser Gehirn benutzen – und wir haben Einfluss darauf. (Wiederholung vom 04.06.25)**********Quellen aus der Folge:Maher, C., Tortolero, L., Jun, S., Cummins, D. D., Saad, A., Young, J., ... & Saez, I. (2025). Intracranial substrates of meditation-induced neuromodulation in the amygdala and hippocampus. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 122(6), e2409423122.Sato, W., Kochiyama, T., Uono, S., Sawada, R., & Yoshikawa, S. (2020). Amygdala activity related to perceived social support. Scientific Reports, 10(1), 2951. Sudimac, S., Sale, V., & Kühn, S. (2022).How nature nurtures: Amygdala activity decreases as the result of a one-hour walk in nature. Molecular psychiatry, 27(11), 4446-4452. Van Der Helm, E., Yao, J., Dutt, S., Rao, V., Saletin, J. M., & Walker, M. P. (2011). REM sleep depotentiates amygdala activity to previous emotional experiences. Current biology, 21(23), 2029-2023.**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Neurowissenschaften: Was im Hirn passiert, wenn wir Angst habenWarum sich stressige Erlebnisse in unser Gehirn einbrennenNeurowissenschaften: Das Gehirn trainieren**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Ihr habt Anregungen, Ideen, Themenwünsche? Dann schreibt uns gern unter achtsam@deutschlandfunknova.de

For Huang Xiaozhen, the future of artificial intelligence isn't about computing power or algorithmic scale, but about something far more ordinary: the quiet click of a light switch.在黄晓真看来，人工智能的未来并不取决于算力规模或算法复杂度，而在于更为日常、甚至平凡的场景——比如轻轻按下电灯开关的那一刻。As head of business-to-business operations at MiniMax Group Inc, a rising Chinese AI unicorn, Huang sees the current wave of innovation less as a technological leap than as a transition toward being ubiquitous.作为中国新晋人工智能独角兽企业MiniMax集团的B端业务负责人，黄晓真认为，当下这股创新浪潮与其说是一场技术飞跃，不如说是一次走向“无处不在”的转变。"As the technology iterates, AI will become like water, electricity or coal — the fundamental infrastructure of our existence," Huang said. "It will be everywhere in our lives and work."黄晓真表示：“随着技术不断迭代，人工智能将像水、电、煤一样，成为支撑我们生存与发展的基础性基础设施，它将无处不在，融入我们的生活与工作之中。”The vision widely shared by AI optimists has increasingly aligned with the nation's official policy.这一在人工智能乐观主义者中广泛流行的愿景，正日益与国家层面的官方政策形成高度契合。In its recommendations for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for national economic and social development, the Communist Party of China Central Committee called for "forward-looking plans" for future industries, urging exploration of diverse technology road maps, application scenarios, business models and regulatory frameworks.在关于制定国民经济和社会发展第十五个五年规划（2026—2030年）的建议中，中共中央提出要对未来产业进行“前瞻性布局”，并鼓励探索多样化的技术路线、应用场景、商业模式和监管框架。The document explicitly listed quantum technology, biomanufacturing, hydrogen and nuclear fusion energy, brain-computer interfaces, embodied artificial intelligence and 6G mobile communications as new drivers of growth.该文件明确将量子技术、生物制造、氢能与核聚变能源、脑机接口、具身人工智能以及6G移动通信等列为新的增长动能。The confidence of China's AI practitioners received a major boost in April 2025, when President Xi Jinping visited the Shanghai Foundation Model Innovation Center, one of the country's most active AI hubs.2025年4月，习近平主席考察上海大模型创新中心——这一全国最为活跃的人工智能集聚区之一，中国人工智能从业者的信心由此大幅提振。Standing among developers and entrepreneurs, Xi, who is also general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, described artificial intelligence as "a young cause, and a cause for young people", encouraging them to align personal ambition with China's modernization drive.在开发者和创业者中间，习近平总书记将人工智能形容为“一项年轻的事业，也是一项属于年轻人的事业”，并鼓励大家将个人理想追求融入中国式现代化进程之中。According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, China had more than 6,000 AI enterprises last year, while the scale of the country's core AI industry was expected to have exceeded 1.2 trillion yuan ($172.6 billion) in 2025.工业和信息化部数据显示，去年我国人工智能企业数量已超过6000家，2025年核心人工智能产业规模预计突破1.2万亿元人民币（约合1726亿美元）。The president's visit, combined with subsequent policy measures, has strengthened confidence among startups facing intense competition, according to executives working inside the ecosystem.多位业内高管表示，总书记的考察以及随后出台的一系列政策举措，显著增强了在激烈竞争环境中奋战的初创企业信心。Zhang Yun, a deputy general manager at the center, said the visit validated the pace and direction of the hub's development.该中心副总经理张云表示，此次考察充分肯定了创新中心的发展节奏和方向。"Nearly 75 percent of our workforce is under the age of 35," Zhang said. "We're seeing founders who are barely 30. As AI tools become more powerful, teams are getting smaller, younger and faster."张云说：“我们团队中近75%的员工年龄在35岁以下，一些创始人甚至刚满30岁。随着人工智能工具能力不断增强，团队正呈现出规模更小、成员更年轻、反应更迅速的趋势。”The center operates on what participants describe as a philosophy of proximity. "Upstairs and downstairs are upstream and downstream," Zhang said, referring to the close physical clustering of foundational model developers and application companies, which allows for rapid iteration and feedback.该中心运行秉持着参与者所称的“近距离协同”理念。张云解释说：“楼上楼下就是上下游”，基础模型研发团队与应用企业在物理空间上的高度集聚，使快速迭代和反馈成为可能。Yao Zhendi, CEO of Cyber Partner AI Co, said the youthfulness of the sector reflects the nature of the technological challenge itself."We're no longer doing 'one to 10' innovation, where you just improve something that already exists," Yao said.上海魂伴科技有限责任公司首席执行官姚振迪表示，该行业的年轻化正是技术挑战本身特性的体现。“我们不再是做‘一到十'的创新，只是在原有基础上改进。”他说。"We're doing 'zero to one'. There's no formula and no homework to copy. We're defining what this technology becomes."“我们做的是‘从零到一'。既没有公式可循，也没有作业可抄，而是在定义这项技术最终会成为什么。”He added that national planning documents emphasize not only AI, but the integration of embodied intelligence across industries, with a forward-looking approach to development.他补充指出，国家规划文件强调的不只是人工智能本身，还包括具身智能在各行业中的融合应用，并以前瞻性视角推动相关发展。Over the next five years, he said, AI is expected to penetrate daily life and a wide range of sectors in line with the 15th Five-Year Plan.他表示，未来五年，在“十五五”规划指引下，人工智能有望深入渗透日常生活和多个产业领域。His company is working on the convergence of the "brain", meaning large-scale models, and the "body", referring to embodied intelligence — a frontier where software meets robotics.其公司正致力于推动“脑”（即大模型）与“身体”（即具身智能）的融合，这一前沿领域正是软件与机器人技术的交汇点。Paradigm shift范式转变The national strategy outlined in the 15th Five-Year Plan proposals calls for a paradigm shift in scientific research and a focus on self-reliance in breakthroughs in chips, algorithms and data.“十五五”规划建议所勾勒的国家战略，呼吁科研范式发生转变，并将重点放在芯片、算法和数据等关键领域的自主突破上。For Wang Le, CEO of Shanghai SiliconPear Technology Co, the transformation is already playing out on factory floors and toy shelves.对上海喜梨信息科技有限公司首席执行官王乐而言，这一转型已在工厂车间和玩具货架上悄然展开。Wang's company exports to more than 30 countries and uses AI to upgrade traditional manufacturing.王乐的公司产品出口至30多个国家，并通过人工智能技术推动传统制造业升级。"We're turning toys from simple manufactured goods into high-tech consumer products," Wang said."It's no longer just about branding. It's about embedding technology to upgrade the entire supply chain, which gives Chinese products a distinct global competitive edge."王乐表示：“我们正在把玩具从简单的制造品转变为高科技消费品。这已经不只是品牌问题，而是通过技术嵌入实现整个供应链的升级，从而赋予中国产品独特的全球竞争优势。”Xi's visit to the Shanghai Foundation Model Innovation Center came after he presided over a group study session of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, highlighting the need to promote the healthy and orderly development of AI in a beneficial, safe and fair direction.习近平考察上海大模型创新中心之前，曾主持中共中央政治局集体学习，强调要推动人工智能朝着有益、安全、公平方向健康有序发展。Huang, from MiniMax, said that companies across the AI value chain are directly feeling the impact of State support. From his perspective, policies aimed at supporting models and application scenarios are accelerating innovation and technical iteration across the industry.MiniMax的黄晓真表示，人工智能产业链各环节企业正切身感受到国家支持带来的影响。在他看来，围绕模型和应用场景的政策扶持，正在加速全行业的创新和技术迭代。"It's clear that more and more enterprises, scenarios and applications are moving toward AI," Huang said. "Many new startups are designing products and use cases based entirely on current AI capabilities. This looks more like a society-wide embrace of AI, and the growth of the entire industry chain is extremely fast."他说：“可以清楚地看到，越来越多的企业、场景和应用正在向人工智能靠拢。许多新创公司完全基于现有AI能力来设计产品和应用场景，这更像是一场全社会层面的AI拥抱，整个产业链的增长速度极其迅猛。”Zhou Chen, CEO of Zhejiang Dex-Robot Intelligent Technology, said Xi has explicitly called for accelerating the application of AI in technological innovation and industrial development, a signal that Zhou sees as materially beneficial for enterprises.浙江灵巧智能科技有限公司首席执行官周晨表示，习近平明确提出要加快人工智能在科技创新和产业发展中的应用，这一信号对企业而言具有实实在在的利好意义。He pointed to concrete policy measures such as subsidized computing power and pilot programs for new models. China launched a 60 billion yuan AI industry investment fund to support the development of the whole AI industrial chain.他指出，诸如算力补贴、新模型试点项目等具体政策措施正在落地实施。同时，中国还设立了规模达600亿元人民币的人工智能产业投资基金，用于支持整个AI产业链发展。"They allow companies to be bold and try things first," Zhou said."Ultimately, it helps improve human efficiency and reduce defect rates in manufacturing."周晨表示：“这些政策让企业可以大胆探索、先行先试，最终有助于提升人效、降低制造业缺陷率。”Zhou cited incentives including free or subsidized computing resources, early access to models, and funding for major research projects as mechanisms that encourage companies to experiment.周晨列举了多项激励机制，包括免费或补贴算力资源、提前接入模型以及重大科研项目资金支持，这些都有效鼓励企业开展探索性实践。He argued that China has structural advantages in pursuing such technologies: a complete industrial supply chain, a wide range of real-world application scenarios that generate data, and growing domestic computing capacity.他认为，中国在发展相关技术方面具备结构性优势，包括完备的产业链体系、能够持续产生数据的丰富现实应用场景，以及不断提升的本土算力能力。While much of the focus remains on domestic self-reliance, officials and researchers say China's AI ambitions also have an outward-facing dimension.尽管当前重点仍放在国内自主可控上，但多位官员和研究人员指出，中国的人工智能发展目标同样具有面向国际的外向维度。International public good国际公共产品Yan Weixin, chief scientist at the Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Research Institute, said Xi has called for AI to be developed as an international public good that benefits humanity.上海人工智能研究院首席科学家闫维新表示，习近平提出要将人工智能打造为造福全人类的国际公共产品。Yan said China has launched initiatives related to AI reinforcement learning and sustainable development, and has begun sharing algorithms and models with partner countries, including those participating in the Belt and Road Initiative.闫维新介绍称，中国已启动多项与人工智能强化学习和可持续发展相关的倡议，并开始与包括共建“一带一路”国家在内的合作伙伴共享算法和模型。These technologies are being applied to areas such as disaster warning systems and low-carbon industrial facilities overseas, he said.他说，这些技术已在海外被应用于灾害预警系统和低碳工业设施等领域。Highlighting the link between energy and computation, he said: "AI consumes energy, and energy defines computing power. In the future, there will be deep integration between new energy and dynamic computing."他强调能源与计算之间的关联指出：“人工智能消耗能源，而能源决定算力。未来，新能源与动态计算之间将实现深度融合。”Otto Heinrich Herzog, an academician of the German National Academy of Science and Engineering and a professor at Tongji University in Shanghai, said he has been struck by the speed with which policies translate into implementation in China.德国国家科学与工程院院士、同济大学教授奥托·海因里希·赫尔佐格表示，中国政策从制定到落地实施的速度给他留下了深刻印象。"When something aligns with strategy in China, it really gets implemented," Herzog said. "That's something you don't experience in the same way in Europe."赫尔佐格说：“在中国，只要一项举措符合国家战略，就会真正被执行落实。这是在欧洲难以同样体会到的。”forward-looking /ˌfɔːwəd ˈlʊkɪŋ/前瞻性的embodied artificial intelligence /ɪmˈbɒdid ˌɑːtɪˈfɪʃəl ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəns/具身人工智能value chain /ˈvæljuː tʃeɪn/价值链pilot program /ˈpaɪlət ˈprəʊɡræm/试点项目dynamic computing /daɪˈnæmɪk kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/动态计算

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 104-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 30,330 on turnover of 12-billion N-T. The market lost ground on Wednesday, as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing pulled back on profit taking after hitting a record closing level a session earlier - but the main board remained above the 30,000 point mark. Air Force to call on US to speed-up collision-avoidance system work following F-16V incident The Air Force is urging the U-S to expedite work to install automatic ground collision avoidance systems on its F-16V fighter jets and hopes the process (過程) can be completed sooner than initially planned. It comes after an F-16V jet went missing off of Hualien on Tuesday evening. Authorities are still searching for the missing aircraft and its pilot. The incident has led to concerns about the speed in which automatic ground collision avoidance systems are being installed on Taiwan's F-16Vs. The project was initially slated for completion in 2028. However, the Air Force says it now hopes it can completed by the end of this year. Subject: E*MOEA gives final approval for Nvidia's Taipei headquarters Return to Table of contents The Taipei City Government says the Ministry of Economic Affairs has given its final approval for Nvidia to build its overseas headquarters at the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park. Nvidia is now set to submit its investment proposal to the city government later this month. Nvidia C-E-O Jensen Huang is expected to visit Taiwan later this month to attend (出席) the signing ceremony. The Nvidia headquarters will be designed by local architect Kris Yao. Yao's previous projects include the China Steel Corporation Headquarters in Kaohsiung and the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum in Chiayi. WH: US has started marketing Venezualan oil on the global marketplace The White House says the US has already started marketing Venezuelan oil in the global marketplace. It comes as President Trump says Venezuela has agreed to make up to 50 million barrels of crude (原油) available to the US. Jagruti Dave has more from Washington Canada PM to Visit China Next Week Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit China next week where he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping as Canada looks to reduce its reliance (依賴) on the United States. The visit, announced on Wednesday, is the first to China by a Canadian prime minister in more than eight years. Xi invited Carney to China when they met during an Asia-Pacific summit last fall and it comes as the two countries move to restore stronger ties after years of tensions. Carney will travel to China from Jan. 13 to 17. EU Snow and Ice Hampering Travel Snow and ice are hampering travel in parts of Europe as flights have been grounded and roads clogged (堵塞). More than 1,000 passengers spent the night at Amsterdam's airport as staff worked to clear snow from runways. At least 800 flights were canceled at the airport on Wednesday. France's weather service has issued alerts for snow and black ice. People were urged to work from home. Swedish and Finnish cities also faced disruptions with trams and buses halted. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Dana Leong travels to Hangzhou to join NBA legend Yao Ming for his annual charity basketball weekend—and to find out how Yao turned fame into a platform for rural education, youth sports, and real opportunity. From gala stages to courtside commentary and a powerful moment with a young player on a prosthetic leg, this conversation is a masterclass in quiet, compounding impact.​​Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UpgradeMePodSupport #UpgradeMe on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/UpgradeMePod#UpgradeMe #YaoMing #Basketball #China #SportsForGood #Inspiration

Podcast 314 – Pop-Ups, Ice Skating, and Holiday HQ in Dunwoody – Mark Galvin with Discover Dunwoody Holiday HQ is Discover Dunwoody's seasonal campaign to bring the magic of the holidays to every corner of our city. It rounds up light shows, pop-up bars, restaurant specials, and local shopping—all in one easy-to-use site with QR codes posted around town. In this festive episode, Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody joins podcast host Matt Weber to break down why Dunwoody's earning the title of Atlanta's Holiday Headquarters. They chat about ice skating at High Street, the glow-up at Brook Run Park, festive trolley tours, and new shopping gems around Perimeter Mall and State Farm. Look out for trendy toy pop-ups like Gatcha and Pop Mart, where collectible capsule toys and surprise figurines like Labubu and Sonny Angels are drawing big crowds. Plus, shoutouts to local favorites like Louisiana Bistro, Yao, and Mikata. From free group bookings to community wins like the whiskey raffle, there's a lot going right in Dunwoody. And it's just the beginning. Website: whatsupdunwoody.com/podcast-314

Have you ever wondered what it takes to run technology for one of the largest commercial real estate companies in the world? That question shapes my conversation with Yao Morin, Global CTO at JLL, as we look at how AI is changing the places where we work, shop, and gather. Real estate may seem traditional from the outside, yet inside JLL the pace is intense. With more than 5 billion square feet under management and huge volumes of daily activity, the pressure on property teams is real and the limits of manual work are easy to see. Yao explains how this reality led to the creation of Property Assistant, JLL's new AI solution built on JLL Falcon. Falcon acts as the company's enterprise AI foundation, giving teams a secure and scalable way to use data across global operations. She describes how the platform hides complexity so developers and property teams can work with AI without thinking about which model sits behind it. We talk through everyday examples, like overcrowded meeting rooms and confusing layouts, that the assistant can flag and address through recommendations drawn from live sensor data. The assistant goes far beyond space planning. It helps teams understand rising tenant concerns, patterns in work orders, and hidden risks before they grow into larger operational issues. Yao sees AI as a partner that handles heavy data processing so people can focus on the messy, human context. That balance is central to how JLL builds its tools, and she explains why this approach gives property teams more confidence and clarity in fast-changing environments. We also explore how AI is influencing the future design of buildings. As hybrid work, flexible retail, and rising industrial needs continue to shift demand, AI can gather layouts, analyze usage, and offer guidance at a speed traditional methods cannot match.  This creates a continuous feedback loop that helps teams adjust space before frustrations grow. For Yao, it is a way to bring real-time understanding into a sector that once relied on long cycles and guesswork. Security surfaces often in our conversation. Yao details how Falcon enforces monitoring, privacy controls, and consistency across the company, which is vital when working with sensitive client data across many regions. A centralized platform allows JLL to invest deeply in safeguards rather than spreading risk across scattered tools. She highlights how trust sits at the center of the brand and why it shapes every AI decision they make. As we shift toward the future, Yao shares how JLL is expanding its pipeline to more than fifty AI assistants aimed at productivity, client insight, and sustainability. She gives examples of tools that adjust energy usage and support portfolio planning, offering a view into how AI will support both performance and environmental goals. It is clear that AI has moved from experimentation to daily use inside JLL, with real business impact already taking shape. The episode closes with a powerful reflection on leadership and representation. Yao talks openly about her own journey, the weight of visibility, and how she learned to turn moments of feeling out of place into motivation. She explains why active sponsorship matters, why belonging is a measurable business priority, and how diverse viewpoints reduce blind spots in product design. Her message is heartfelt, practical, and filled with hope for the next generation of leaders. As you listen, I would love to know which part of Yao's story stays with you. Do you see AI changing your own workplace or the spaces you pass through every day? And how do you think better representation shapes the products we build? Share your thoughts and join the conversation. Useful Links Connect With Yao Morin Learn more about JLL Tech Talks Daily is Sponsored By Denodo. To learn more, visit denodo.com

On this episode of China Field Notes, host Scott Kennedy talks with Yao Yang, one of China's most thoughtful and influential economists. Dr. Yao, who spent most of his career at Peking University and recently moved to the Dishuihu Advanced Finance Institute at the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, discusses his entry into the economics profession, the sources of China's growth, why Xiaomi is currently his favorite Chinese company, the challenge of tackling involution, and the state of U.S.-China relations, and his own ongoing research.

The gang discusses two papers that have very little in common with each except for the word "stem". The first paper uses birth death models to simulate the fossil record in order investigate if neutral models can produce patterns similar to the "crown"/"stem" evolutionary dynamics that have been observed in real data. The second paper investigates stem mandibulate fossils to investigate the timing of major key innovations in the evolutionary history of this arthropod group. Meanwhile, Amanda decides, James bullies, and Curt explains.   Up-Goer Five (Curt Edition): The friends talk about two papers that have very little to do with each other, other than the fact that they have one of the same words in them. The first paper looks at the ways in which animals change over time and how they make more of each other and how the ways things live and die can make it look like there are some groups that do better than others. The paper shows that some of this is something we should see even if it is just because of how things make more things and the fact that we care more about the things that live today than the things that do not live today. The second paper looks at how animals that have many parts that repeat make their arms and legs. This paper looks at very very old animals from groups that are not around today but maybe could be close to those groups. The group of animals today that this group is close to has a lot of things that all of them share, like that they make mouths from a lot of arms, and also they have things on the front they use to feel things, and that they are three parts. This paper is using these old animals that are close to this group to try and see which things today in this group appeared first, and which things may have taken some time before they appeared.   References: Budd, Graham E., and Richard P. Mann. "The dynamics of stem and crown groups." Science Advances 6.8 (2020): eaaz1626. Liu, Yao, et al. "A tiny Cambrian stem-mandibulate reveals independent evolution of limb tagmatization and specialization in early euarthropods." Scientific Reports 15.1 (2025): 19115.

China's sharpened focus on cultivating strategic emerging industries during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period will give fresh vitality to nurturing new quality productive forces and help the country better navigate external uncertainties while maintaining its edge amid global competition, said officials, experts and company executives.Their comments came as China plans to make more efforts to accelerate the development of emerging sectors such as new energy, new materials, aerospace and the low-altitude economy during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, according to the recently unveiled Recommendations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development.President Xi Jinping said the recommendations were initiated in line with the country's strategic development goals, recognizing the pivotal role of the next five years, and based on an in-depth analysis of both the domestic and global landscapes.Xi, who is also general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, said, "It is important that we seize this window of opportunity to consolidate and build on our strengths, remove development bottlenecks, shore up areas of weakness, seize the strategic initiative amid intense international competition, and secure major breakthroughs in strategic tasks of overall importance to Chinese modernization."The remarks were made in Xi's explanatory speech on the recommendations for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan, delivered at the fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, which concluded in Beijing in late October.Yao Jun, head of the department of planning at the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, said that "President Xi's speech is grounded in reality and forward-looking, and it has pointed the way forward for us in all our endeavors".According to Yao, the achievements during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period have laid a solid foundation, and the strategic tasks proposed going forward are comprehensive and well-focused.Yao said, "We will anchor our work on developing new quality productive forces, driven by the deep integration of technological and industrial innovation."He added that the focus will be on intelligent, green and integrated development, moving manufacturing from scale expansion to value creation.Zhu Min, former deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund, said the distinctive strength of China's economy lies in its strong real economy and industrial system."As China's technological capabilities continue to grow, the key challenge — and opportunity — is to effectively integrate these advancements to cultivate new industries driven by new quality productive forces. That's central to China's future economic trajectory," he said.Zhu also said such a trend is already mirrored in China's emphasis on strategic emerging industries such as new energy and the low-altitude economy. These sectors are poised for significant growth, built upon the robust momentum of China's "three new" economies — new industries, new business forms and new models — which already contributed over 18 percent to the country's GDP as of 2024, according to the National Development and Reform Commission.Zhu Keli, founding dean of the China Institute of New Economy, said, "China's goal of nurturing these frontier sectors not only reflects confidence in our own industrial capabilities but, more critically, serves as a key measure to seize the initiative in global sci-tech industrial competition."China has been the world's largest manufacturing country in terms of output for 15 consecutive years, and it ranks first globally in the output of over 220 industrial products, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology."Boasting such a complete industrial system, China provides rich application scenarios and enormous market potential for technological innovation, as well as solid support for the development of new industries," Zhu added.According to Zhu, emerging pillar industries, represented by the low-altitude economy, are now capable of driving growth momentum and are transitioning from "isolated breakthroughs" to "industrial-chain-wide expansion".Tian Gangyin, founder, chairman and president of the Chinese unmanned aerial vehicle developer United Aircraft, said the blueprint mapped out for the 15th Five-Year Plan period is "inspiring and motivating".Industrial-level drones are finding applications in a wide range of fields, such as emergency rescue work, power line patrolling, farming, and surveillance and security operations, he added.Aerospace is another strategic industry that China values, and in which companies are moving fast. Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch Co, for instance, plans to double its number of launch pads from two to four, and push forward rocket-recovery technology, marking a major step in the country's bid to build a globally competitive commercial space hub in Wenchang, Hainan province.Yang Tianliang, chairman of the company, said: "By end-2026, we will have launch pads No 3 and No 4, along with a new technical area and telemetry station. Once completed, the facility will be able to handle more than 60 launches annually, with each pad supporting launch missions every 10 days, or even weekly."Meanwhile, China is making progress in the new energy industry, such as in nuclear energy.Wei Zhigang, chairman of Hainan Nuclear Power Co, said artificial intelligence computing fuels an exponential surge in demand for electricity, and it is increasingly difficult for the traditional energy supply to meet such a huge demand."Secure, affordable and low-carbon energy has become a key factor driving the high-quality development of the intelligent computing industry," Wei said.

King Felipe VI of Spain arrived in Chengdu, the capital of southwestern China's Sichuan province, on Monday, kicking off his first state visit to China since he ascended the throne in 2014.西班牙国王费利佩六世于周一抵达中国西南部四川省省会成都，开启其2014年登基以来对中国的首次国事访问。He will also travel to Beijing to meet Chinese leaders. According to media reports, King Felipe VI, in each of the two cities, will participate in a business forum, focusing on strengthening economic ties and exploring collaborative opportunities between the two countries.他还将前往北京会见中国领导人。据媒体报道，费利佩六世国王将在两座城市分别出席商业论坛，聚焦加强两国经济联系、挖掘合作机遇。The four-day visit is also the first by a Spanish king to China in 18 years. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Queen Letizia, Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares, and Minister of Economy, Trade and Business Carlos Cuerpo.此次为期四天的访问，也是18年来西班牙国王首次访华。随行的高级代表团包括王后莱蒂齐亚、外交大臣何塞・曼努埃尔・阿尔瓦雷斯以及经济、贸易与企业大臣卡洛斯・库尔波。Ahead of the visit, foreign ministries of both countries expressed hope of cementing the traditional friendship and further strengthening the political and economic ties amid the current complex global economic and trade landscape.访问前夕，两国均表示，在当前复杂的全球经贸格局下，希望巩固传统友谊，进一步加强政治和经济联系。Yao Jing, Chinese ambassador to Spain, told Xinhua News Agency that he believes that King Felipe VI's visit to China will contribute to advancing the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries with stronger strategic resolve and development dynamism.中国驻西班牙大使姚敬在接受新华社采访时表示，相信费利佩六世国王访华将为两国全面战略伙伴关系注入更强劲的战略定力和发展动力，推动双边关系迈上新台阶。Economic and trade ties between China and Spain are highly complementary, demonstrating vitality and resilience, Yao said, citing the significant growth in bilateral trade in goods, which has increased from about $20 million when the two countries established diplomatic ties over 50 years ago to more than $50 billion in 2024.姚敬指出，中西经贸关系互补性强、富有活力且韧性十足。两国建交50多年来，双边货物贸易额从约2000万美元大幅增长至2024年的超500亿美元。Currently, China is Spain's largest trading partner outside the European Union, while Spain is one of China's key trading partners within the EU.目前，中国是西班牙在欧盟外的最大贸易伙伴，而西班牙是中国在欧盟内的主要贸易伙伴之一。The ambassador called for China and Spain to enhance the alignment of their development strategies and further explore the potential for collaboration.这位大使呼吁中西双方加强发展战略对接，进一步挖掘合作潜力。Wang Huiyao, founder and president of the Center for China and Globalization, a Beijing-based think tank, said the close China-Spain relationship is characterized by strong political mutual trust and frequent high-level interactions, including three visits to China by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in the past three years.北京智库全球化智库创始人兼理事长王辉耀表示，中西关系紧密，政治互信坚实，高层交往频繁——过去三年，西班牙首相佩德罗・桑切斯已三次访华。The frequent and friendly high-level interactions between the two countries will help enhance people-to-people exchanges and encourage Chinese companies to increase investment in Spain, Wang said.他称，两国频繁友好的高层互动将促进人文交流，鼓励中国企业加大对西班牙的投资。Wang said the visit would provide King Felipe VI with a more comprehensive image of China, as Chengdu — the king's first stop — is a burgeoning metropolis epitomizing China's transformative development in recent decades, particularly the nation's dynamic progress in its western regions.王辉耀表示，此次访问将让费利佩六世国王更全面地了解中国。国王此行的首站成都，是一座快速发展的大都市，集中体现了中国近几十年来的转型发展，尤其是西部地区的蓬勃进步。Citing China's recent extension of unilateral visa-exemption arrangements for Spain and other European countries, Wang said it is a prime example of initiatives that inject fresh growth momentum into China-Europe relations.他提到，中国近期对西班牙等欧洲国家延长单方面免签安排，这正是为中欧关系注入新增长动力的典型举措。He stressed that the China-Spain relationship is both a highlight and a stabilizing force in China's broader engagement with EU member states.他强调，中西关系是中国与欧盟成员国交往中的一大亮点，也是一股稳定力量。ascend/əˈsend/v.登基；上升；攀登cement/səˈment/v.巩固；加强；用水泥粘合burgeoning/ˈbɜːdʒənɪŋ/adj.快速发展的；蓬勃兴起的；茁壮成长的

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Australia's Spirit Satellite Takes Selfies in Orbit: The Spirit nanosatellite has successfully completed its first mission phase, orbiting Earth for over 600 days and taking selfies to confirm its systems are operational. Equipped with an Italian Space Agency instrument to detect gamma ray bursts, Spirit features an autonomous repointing system that allows it to respond immediately to cosmic events, showcasing the potential of AI in space exploration.US and UK Military Satellites Conduct Historic Operation: In a first-of-its-kind event, the US Space Command performed a rendezvous proximity operation with the UK's Skynet 5A satellite in geostationary orbit. This peaceful inspection underscores military cooperation between allies while sending a clear message about capabilities in contested space environments.NASA Introduces New Class of Astronauts: NASA has welcomed its 24th class of astronauts, including a former SpaceX crew member from the all-civilian Inspiration4 mission, highlighting the growing pipeline from commercial spaceflight to NASA.Rocket Launch Roundup: It's been a busy week for launches, featuring SpaceX's deployment of 22 Starlink satellites with a record-setting reusable booster, Rocket Lab's upcoming Electron launch for the US Space Force, and China's successful launch of the Yao' Gon 44 reconnaissance satellite.Exotic Theories on Gravitational Waves: A new paper suggests that the peculiar gravitational wave signal GW 190521 may not be a standard black hole merger but could instead be an echo of a collision from another universe, traveling through a wormhole. While the standard explanation remains the most likely, the hypothesis opens up intriguing possibilities.New Research Challenges Water World Theories: Recent studies on Hycean worlds, previously thought to be covered in vast oceans, indicate that immense pressure and heat may trap water deep within these planets, making them less likely to exist as envisioned. However, this could lead to more Earth-like planets forming with moderate surface water.New Comet C2025R2 Swan Discovered: A newly discovered comet, C2025R2 Swan, is brightening and may become visible to the naked eye by October. Stargazers are encouraged to keep an eye on the sky, especially around its closest approach to Earth on October 21st.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna and Avery signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and exploring the wonders of our universe.✍️ Episode ReferencesSpirit Satellite Update[Australian Space Agency](https://www.astronauts.gov.au/)US-UK Military Operation[US Space Command](https://www.spacecom.mil/)NASA Astronaut Class Announcement[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)Launch Updates[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)Gravitational Waves Research[Nature](https://www.nature.com/)Hycean Worlds Study[Journal of Astrobiology](https://www.journalofastrobiology.com/)Comet C2025R2 Swan Discovery[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click Here

Too many designers wait for their companies to approve conferences or courses before investing in themselves. This week, we unpack why that's a career-limiting mistake and how taking ownership of your education builds leadership, confidence, and community.What if the biggest career mistake you're making is waiting for your company to invest in you?This week, I sit down with Yao Adantor, a UX professional, educator, founder of UX Con and User Experience University. Yao has built a career across Fortune 500s, startups, and government, while also teaching at Johns Hopkins and MICA. At the heart of his story is one simple belief: don't wait for permission to grow.In our conversation, Yao shares why investing in your own education is less about buying a certificate and more about building confidence, networks, and opportunities that pay dividends for years. We talk about the “entrepreneurial mindset” of learning—how approaching your growth like a founder changes the way you show up in your job.We also dig into the hidden ROI of conferences, courses, and communities. Beyond the talks, it's the connections, the ideas, and the confidence you bring back to your team that make the investment worth it. Whether you're a junior designer or a seasoned leader, this episode will challenge how you think about your growth.If you've ever hesitated to spend your own money or time on learning, this conversation is for you. Give it a listen and rethink how you approach your education and career.Topics:• 03:04 – Investing in Your Own Education• 03:39 – Guest Introduction: Yao Anor• 05:15 – Yao's Journey into UX• 08:23 – The Importance of Networking and Conferences• 15:39 – Leadership and the Entrepreneurial Mindset• 25:52 – Defining Education and Personal Growth• 31:09 – Community and Fulfillment Through Education• 32:57 – Maximizing Education for Personal Growth• 34:09 – Balancing Family and Professional Development• 35:09 – The Sacrifices of Pursuing Education• 40:06 – The Importance of Leading by ExampleHelpful Links:• Connect with Yao on LinkedIn• UXCon 2025—Thanks for listening! We hope you dug today's episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And if you really enjoyed today's episode, why don't you leave a five-star review? Or tell some friends! It will help us out a ton.If you haven't already, sign up for our email list. We won't spam you. Pinky swear.• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a FREE audiobook AND support the show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out show transcripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Stitcher⁠

In this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade and Bob cover everything from the 2006 Finals controversy to the rise of Linsanity. Wade sets the record straight on Mark Cuban’s “rigged” claims, highlighting the Heat’s resilience, Pat Riley’s leadership, and the value of veterans like Gary Payton. He reflects on the 2011 rematch with Dallas, the importance of veteran presence in young teams, and how injuries changed the course of stars like T-Mac, Yao, and Brandon Roy. The crew also looks back at Wade’s redemption in the 2008 Olympics, the Heat shutting down Jeremy Lin’s historic run, and the lessons Wade applies to marriage and longevity, inspired by Ice T. Music Credit: Khari Mateen. What We Discussed: 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Dwayne Wade & Gabrielle Union’s 11th Anniversary 03:50 Don’t Ask Dwade About Marriage Tips! 06:23 NBA 2011 Rematch 17:42 Message from Dwade 19:50 Importance Of Veterans In The NBA 22:59 Careers Impacted By Injuries 29:00 Linsanity: Jeremy Lin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1007: Can AI transform a 200-year-old commercial real estate company? In this episode, Peter High speaks with Yao Morin, Chief Technology Officer of JLL, a $24B global commercial real estate leader. Yao shares how she is leading JLL's AI and data transformation which is reshaping how buildings are operated, how software is developed, and how employees work. Yao details how JLL is building customer-facing AI products like the JLL Property Assistant, driving cultural change through AI literacy programs, and launching internal tools like JLL GPT that already see 17,000 daily users. She also explains why she believes Scrum teams will shrink, engineers will code less, and AI adoption will soon be table stakes across industries. Key topics include: AI strategy across internal and external JLL platforms The APEX program for AI-driven software engineering Metrics for measuring AI impact beyond efficiency gains Ethical AI design, data privacy, and client trust

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Y'all ready to talk about the best movie in 2025? I ain't talking about the best horror movie in 2025, oh no. Just the best movie plain and simple. It's got an all star cast so good they got Michael B Jordan twice.Kids, Sinners is gonna change your life. It's gonna make you think about vampires, music, and acting in whole new lights. Clear your schedules, because you're gonna want to talk to all your family, close friends, and even a few associates about this one. Director: Ryan CooglerWriters: Ryan CooglerStars: Michael B Jordan, Michael C. Jordan, Miles Canton, Wunmi Mosaku, Delroy Lindo, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O'Connel, Li Jun Li, Yao, Jayme Lawson, Buddy Guy, Saul WilliamsRecs:Dani - Ring shout, Root Magic by Eden Royce, LegendbornEmily- The summer ikaru diedBen - Murderbot season 1Jeremy - The MurmuringSign up to support Progressively Horrified on Patreon for as little as $5 a month and get bonus episodes! https://www.patreon.com/c/progressivelyhorrified Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Katherine Yao, a specialist in rehab and sports medicine, shares how stretching is good for our muscles — and our overall well-being. She also explains the right and wrong ways to stretch, and whether to do it before or after working out. We also return to the Art of Wellbeing series at Lincoln Center, a collaborative effort with NewYork-Presbyterian, the official Hospital for Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, to attend a movement session with The New York City Ballet. Attendees learned warmups, stretches, and choreography from professional dancers. Health Matters host Courtney Allison discusses the event with the dancers who led the event, and reflects on the importance of stretching and posture.Click here to learn more about the Art of Wellbeing.___Dr. Katherine Yao is a physiatrist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and an assistant professor of clinical rehabilitation medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine where she treats a wide range of sports injuries and musculoskeletal disorders in adults, children, adolescents. Dr. Yao competed as a gymnast at the junior Olympic level and earned several Academic All-American titles on Yale University's NCAA Division I team. Her experience as an elite student athlete complements her medical training to help her compassionately guide young athletes in managing unique lifestyle demands and challenges. She is currently a National Team Physician for USA Gymnastics and is the head physician for Alvin Ailey Dance School.___Health Matters is your weekly dose of health and wellness information, from the leading experts. Join host Courtney Allison to get news you can use in your own life. New episodes drop each Wednesday.If you are looking for practical health tips and trustworthy information from world-class doctors and medical experts, you will enjoy listening to Health Matters. Health Matters was created to share stories of science, care, and wellness that are happening every day at NewYork-Presbyterian, one of the nation's most comprehensive, integrated academic healthcare systems. In keeping with NewYork-Presbyterian's long legacy of medical breakthroughs and innovation, Health Matters features the latest news, insights, and health tips from our trusted experts; inspiring first-hand accounts from patients and caregivers; and updates on the latest research and innovations in patient care, all in collaboration with our renowned medical schools, Columbia and Weill Cornell Medicine.To learn more visit: https://healthmatters.nyp.org

Send us a textThis week, we're talking about a word that gets a bad rap — failure. If you've ever been on your wellness journey and found yourself saying, “I've blown it” or “I can't do this,” this episode is for you. I'm sharing stories that have inspired me — from an ancient philosopher who lost it all, to a bestselling author who almost quit — along with my own story of one last try that changed everything. By the end of our time together, I hope you'll see “failure” in a whole new light — not as an ending, but as the most surprising kind of beginning. Quote of the week:"Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better." — Samuel Beckett References·      Beckett, S. (1983). Worstward Ho. New York: Grove Press.·      Pigliucci, M. (2017). How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life. Basic Books.·      King, S. (2000). On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. Scribner.·      Yao, S., et al. (2019). “Success is not the opposite of failure: The persistence of learning.” Nature, 575, 190–194.·      Stiller, B. (Director). (2022–2025). Severance [Television series]. Apple TV+.Let's go, let's get it done. Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

Ten years after his release Flip-Flop, John Yao returns with Points of Time, a new recording that showcases his significant growth as both a composer and improviser. The album draws inspiration from deeply personal experiences, specifically his wife's battle with cancer and the subsequent birth of their son after her recovery. Yao has brought together an exceptional group of some of New York City's top musicians, who not only perform his intricate compositions flawlessly but also contribute highly individualized and compelling solos to the project.  

As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe In this episode, I speak with Professor Felix Finster, a radical thinker reimagining the foundations of physics. We explore his theory of causal fermion systems, where reality emerges from quantum correlations—without assuming spacetime or geometry. From the Dirac sea to quantum gravity, this conversation challenges familiar concepts and offers a glimpse into where the next physics revolution might begin. Join My New Substack (Personal Writings): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gL14b92xAErofYQA7bU4e Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:12 The Origins of Causal Fermion Systems 06:55 Engaging with Alternative Theories in Physics 15:22 The Standard View of Causation 18:21 Classical, Quantum, and Pre-Quantum 23:06 How Spacetime Emerges from Disconnected Points 29:49 Recovering Lorentz Signature Without Assumptions 31:48 Recovering the Born Rule from First Principles 39:39 The Measurement Problem 46:20 Bounds on CSL Parameters 49:45 The Dynamics of Spacetime 57:47 Collaboration with Yao and Reflections on the Theory 1:03:13 A Quantum Gravity Theory Without Supersymmetry 1:05:28 The Dirac Sea 1:11:40 Addressing Infinite Energy in Semi-Classical Gravity 1:13:09 Octonions in the Vacuum Structure 1:17:32 Chirality and the Action Principle 1:20:33 Baryogenesis and Why Matter Exists 1:35:10 Rethinking the Strong CP and Hierarchy Problems 1:38:43 Recognition, Collaboration, and Growing Attention 1:54:00 Mathematical Criteria vs. Experimental Tests 2:01:02 Advice for Young Researchers Links Mentioned: - Felix's Papers: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=F7ppNroAAAAJ - Felix's Bio: https://www.uni-regensburg.de/mathematik/mathematik-1/startseite/index.html - Causal Fermion Systems [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2405.19254 - Linear Dynamics of Wave Functions [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2101.08673 - The Principle of the Fermionic Projector [Book]: https://www.amazon.com/Principle-Fermionic-Projector-Advanced-Mathematics/dp/0821839748 - Baryogensis for Causal Fermion Systems [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2111.05556 - Holographic Mixing [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2410.18045 - Standard Model Physics from an Algebra? [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1611.09182 - Barry Loewer & Eddy Chen [TOE]: https://youtu.be/xZnafO__IZ0 - Fay Dowker [TOE]: https://youtu.be/PgYHEPCLVas - String Theory Iceberg [TOE]: https://youtu.be/X4PdPnQuwjY - David Kaiser [TOE]: https://youtu.be/_yebLXsIdwo - Ruth Kastner [TOE]: https://youtu.be/-BsHh3_vCMQ - Amanda Gefter [TOE]: https://youtu.be/yABPvDJ6Zgs - Jacob Barandes [TOE]: https://youtu.be/7oWip00iXbo - Eva Miranda [TOE]: https://youtu.be/6XyMepn-AZo - Emily Adlam [TOE]: https://youtu.be/6I2OhmVWLMs - Scott Aaronson & Jacob Barandes [TOE]: https://youtu.be/5rbC3XZr9-c SUPPORT: - Become a YouTube Member (Early Access Videos): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWIQh9DGG6uhJk8eyIFl1w/join - Support me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/curtjaimungal - Support me on Crypto: https://commerce.coinbase.com/checkout/de803625-87d3-4300-ab6d-85d4258834a9 - Support me on PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XUBHNMFXUX5S4 SOCIALS: - Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOEwithCurt - Discord Invite: https://discord.com/invite/kBcnfNVwqs Guests do not pay to appear. Theories of Everything receives revenue solely from viewer donations, platform ads, and clearly labelled sponsors; no guest or associated entity has ever given compensation, directly or through intermediaries. #science Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Khimaira's premiere episode, Nancy joins V to talk about names, birds, friendship, and the quiet ways we learn from each other. It's a conversation about staying open — to language, to love, and to the surprising knowledge that comes from other people when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable. This episode is an offering, a shared moment of reflection on how we learn from those we love and what it means to listen with when seated in care.This episode features original sound art by Yīxiāo, titled Bird Seeds, as well as field recordings of birds captured by Nancy and V --------------------Yīxiāo Yao is a Chinese interdisciplinary artist/researcher. They utilize texts, sound, images, paint, clay, letters, common substances, and their own body in work. Using real, constructed, mediated materials in and out of archives they are able to compose, curate intra-actional exchanges, and invite the participation of active viewership, readership and thinkership. They have curated/participated/published work in Ohklahomo, Mayfield, Open Art Studio, SITE Gallery, The LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Dialogue Project, Friends Gallery, and No Nation Art Lab. Yīxiāo received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with honours from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Department of Visual Critical Studies. They received their Master of Arts degree from Rice University, Department of Religion. They are currently based in Chicago. --------------------Support Nancy --> https://yaoyixiao.comSupport V --> https://saturnvox.comSupport the Show --> https://ko-fi.com/saturnvox156

You might know Yowei Shaw from the NPR podcast Invisibilia, and if you do, then you know that most of the Invisibilia team got laid off in 2023. Since then, Yowei has been on a mission to continue telling stories that explore emotions and life's conundrums. This mission has turned into her new show, Proxy, an independent podcast that Yowei created, produces, funds, and hosts.  My new summer intern, Lauren, and I had a really fun time chatting with Yowei about her love for Philadelphia, her ups and downs as a podcaster, as well as her YAO.  Follow Yowei on social media @yoweishaw and listen to her podcast Proxy wherever you get podcasts! Write to us at: ⁠infatuasianpodcast@gmail.com⁠, and please follow us on Instagram and Facebook @infatuasianpodcast  Our Theme: “Super Happy J-Pop Fun-Time” by Prismic Studios was arranged and performed by All Arms Around  Cover Art and Logo designed by Justin Chuan @w.a.h.w (We Are Half the World) #asianpodcast #asian #asianamerican #infatuasian #infatuasianpodcast #aapi #veryasian  #asianamericanpodcaster #representationmatters

TakeawaysThe study examines the overlap between clinical and anthropometric obesity.Anthropometric measures include waist circumference, waist-to-hip ratio, and BMI.Challenges exist in applying the Lancet Commission's definitions in clinical practice.Metabolically healthy obesity is a debated topic in obesity research.The study highlights the importance of data from the All of Us Research Program.There is a significant prevalence of preclinical obesity in individuals with normal BMI.The classification of obesity may need to shift focus towards overweight individuals.The study's findings suggest a need for more nuanced definitions of obesity-related diseases.Future research will explore the transition from preclinical to clinical obesity.The conversation emphasizes the importance of real-world data in understanding obesity.Click here to see the studyFollow Dr. Yao on X hereFollow Dr. Blaha on X here Click here to join Dr. Spencer's online clinic  

Send us a textHey my beautiful friends –This week's conversation was sparked by a funny little tech discovery and a box I mailed — both of which got me thinking about food in a new way. You know how people are always quick to tell you what not to eat? Well, this week we flip the script. I'm sharing thoughts from my own journey and a coach that made me laugh and think — and you'll hear why his words still stick with me to this day. We're keeping things simple, kind, and grounded in something real. I'm not handing out rules, I'm sharing a mindset and maybe even a little inspiration for your next grocery run or packed lunch. And as always, we'll close with a little heart lift — this one from Michael Pollan, who said, “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”Come hang out with me, and let's talk about what loves us back. References:1.    Zhang & Talalay, Frontiers in Nutrition, 20232.    Liu, Nutrients, 20233.    Viguiliouk et al., Obesity Reviews, 20234.    Jenkins et al., AJCN, 20245.    Estruch et al., The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, 20236.    Guasch-Ferré et al., BMJ, 20237.    Yao et al., Nutrients, 20238.    Harvard Nurses' Health Study Update, 20239.    Anderson et al., AJCN, 202410.Simopoulos, Frontiers in Endocrinology, 202311.Ye et al., Nutrients, 202312.Sonnenburg et al., Cell Metabolism, 202413.Mozaffarian et al., AJCN, 202314.Mastrocola et al., Appetite, 202315.Pollan, M. (2009). In Defense of FoodLet's go, let's get it done. Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

After a short hiatus, Dylan rejoins Ryan to share their thoughts on Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan's smash hit, Sinners.

Send us a textThe highly anticipated return with a HIGHLY anticipated horror movie!Adaeze and Taiwo are back again to talk all about the current box office hit Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, starring Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, Miles Caton, Hailee Steinfeld, Li Jun Li, Jayme Lawson, Yao, Delroy Lindo, and Jack O'Connell!We breakdown what WE think of the movie, what AUDIENCES think about the movie, and what the STUDIOS want us to think about the movie with a few laughs along the way!

Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan are an unstoppable team. In this episode, we delve into Ryan Coogler's genre-blending Southern Gothic horror film, Sinners. Set in 1932 Mississippi, the movie follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack as they return home to open a juke joint, only to confront a supernatural threat that challenges their community and beliefs. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Sinners: Sinners (2025) Out of 10 Demon Calling Guitars Darryl: **/10 Brian: 8.1/10 Summary In 1932 Mississippi, twin brothers Smoke and Stack return home to open a juke joint, only to uncover a dark supernatural threat lurking in their town. As violence spreads, they must confront both the evil among them and the sins of their own past. Sinners blends Southern Gothic horror with a powerful story of family, faith, and redemption. Cast & Characters Michael B. Jordan – Smoke and Stack, twin brothers and World War I veterans. Miles Caton – Sammie Moore, their musically gifted cousin; this marks Caton's acting debut. Hailee Steinfeld – Mary, Stacks ex-girlfriend Jayme Lawson – Pearline, a singer at the juke joint. Wunmi Mosaku – Annie, Smoke's estranged wife and the emotional core of the story. Jack O'Connell – Remmick, an Irish-immigrant vampire antagonist. Delroy Lindo – Delta Slim, a pianist Saul Williamson – Jedidiah, Sammie's father and a local pastor. Omar Miller – Cornbread, the juke joint's bouncer. Li Jun Li – Grace, a local shopkeeper. Yao – Bo Chow, Grace’s husband and a shopkeeper Lola Kirke – Joan, a local KKK member and Bert’s wife Peter Dreimanis – Bert, a local KKK member and Joan’s husband Writer & Director Ryan Coogler – Serving as writer, director, and co-producer, Coogler brings his signature storytelling to this original narrative. Production Notes Production Company: Proximity Media, co-founded by Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, and Sev Ohanian. Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Editing: Michael P. Shawver. Music: Ludwig Göransson, whose score is integral to the film's atmosphere. Filming Locations: Shot on location in Louisiana from April to July 2024. Release Date: Premiered on April 3, 2025, and released theatrically in the U.S. on April 18, 2025. Budget & Box Office Budget: Estimated between $90–100 million. Box Office: As of April 27, 2025, Sinners has grossed approximately $163.2 million worldwide, with $123.2 million from the U.S. and Canada. Critical Reception CinemaScore: Received an “A” grade, a rare achievement for an R-rated horror film. Critical Acclaim: Praised for its direction, performances, and musical score. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

Have you ever been watching a classic vampire movie like “Fright Night” or “The Lost Boys” and thought, “This is good, but this could be great with two of the guy who played Apollo Creed's kid in those ‘Creed' movies as well as some blues music and a dash of racial commentary!”? Well, put up your black square on Instagram and clutch your George Floyd bobblehead in celebration because a celebration is a comin'! Your reason for celebrating is the movie “Sinners” from director Ryan Coogler. He directed the Black Panther movies and the first two Creed movies and sinks his teeth into the vampire genre with his latest movie. No “Wakanda Forever” in this. More like “Live Forever” in this southern-fried take on vampire movies. Coogler's favorite leading man, Michael B. Jordan plays both Smoke and Stacks (Get it. Smokestack!), identical twins who've made a name and some money in the criminal game. Now they're coming home back down south from Chicago to open up their own juke joint for dancing, drinking and gambling. Their own little taste of Vegas in the Deep South. Along the way they pick up their younger cousin, Preacher Boy Sammie, who is very talented with a guitar and a blues voice from the heavens. He's played by the impressive Miles Caton. Before long, some vampires show up to try to make the good times last forever but in a blood-sucking evil way and the movie goes from bluesy crime drama to stakes in the heart and burning vampires. Is it worth your time at the theater? Check out this episode to find out! “Sinners” also stars Delroy Lindo, Jack O'Connell, Hailee Steinfeld, Yao, Saul Williams and Omar Miller. Support the showFeel free to reach out to me via:@MoviesMerica on Twitter @moviesmerica on InstagramMovies Merica on Facebook

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rediscovering Inspiration: A Journey Through Jiuzhaigou Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-04-23-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个晴朗的春天早晨，魏、丽玲和耀来到了九寨沟。En: On a clear spring morning, Wei, Liling, and Yao arrived at Jiuzhaigou.Zh: 魏是一个热爱摄影的年轻人，但最近总感到灵感枯竭。En: Wei is a young man who loves photography, but recently he's been feeling uninspired.Zh: 他希望在这个清明节，能找到一张唤起他热情的照片。En: He hopes that during this Qingming Festival, he can find a photo that rekindles his passion.Zh: 丽玲是魏的表妹，她活泼爱冒险。En: Liling is Wei's cousin; she's lively and loves adventure.Zh: 她听说九寨沟有一条不常有人走的小路，景色如画，总是推荐给魏。En: She heard that Jiuzhaigou has a rarely-traveled path with picturesque views and always recommends it to Wei.Zh: 耀是他们在路上偶然遇见的旅友。En: Yao is a travel companion they met by chance on the road.Zh: 他为了在清明节期间祭拜祖先特地来九寨沟，他的平静与专注吸引了魏。En: He came to Jiuzhaigou specifically to pay respects to his ancestors during Qingming Festival, and his calmness and focus attracted Wei.Zh: 九寨沟的春天，山青水秀，繁花似锦。En: Jiuzhaigou's spring is full of lush mountains and clear waters, adorned with colorful blossoms.Zh: 湖泊如翡翠般闪闪发光，山峰依旧覆着一层薄薄的白雪。En: The lakes shine like emeralds, and the mountain peaks are still covered with a thin layer of snow.Zh: 魏却有些心神不宁。En: Yet, Wei felt a bit uneasy.Zh: “如果拍不到好照片呢？En: "What if I can't take a good photo?"Zh: ”他担心地说。En: he said worriedly.Zh: 丽玲安慰他：“走这条小路吧，那里肯定有特别的风景。En: Liling comforted him, "Let's take this path; there are surely some special views there."Zh: ”魏犹豫不决，但最后还是决定听从丽玲的建议。En: Wei hesitated but finally decided to follow Liling's suggestion.Zh: 他们三人沿着小路慢慢走，感受着四周的清新气息。En: The three of them walked slowly along the path, savoring the fresh surroundings.Zh: 突然，乌云密布，天空下起小雨。En: Suddenly, dark clouds gathered, and it started to drizzle.Zh: 大家赶紧找地方避雨。En: They quickly found a place to take shelter.Zh: 几分钟后，雨停了，阳光透过云层洒下。En: A few minutes later, the rain stopped, and sunlight streamed through the clouds.Zh: 眼前的景象令人惊叹：雨后的彩虹横跨瀑布，周围散发出五彩斑斓的光辉。En: The sight before them was breathtaking: a rainbow sprawled across the waterfall, emitting a brilliant array of colors.Zh: 看到这美丽的一幕，魏心中顿时充满了感动。En: Seeing this beautiful scene, Wei's heart was immediately filled with emotion.Zh: 他拿起相机，调整角度，快门不断。En: He picked up his camera, adjusted the angle, and captured the moment nonstop.Zh: 他清楚地感觉到，这，就是他一直在寻找的画面。En: He clearly felt that this was the scene he had been searching for.Zh: 太阳渐渐西沉，三人带着满足的笑容回到了他们的出发点。En: As the sun gradually set in the west, the three of them returned to their starting point with satisfied smiles.Zh: 魏开心地看着相机中的照片，重拾了自信。En: Wei happily looked at the photos on his camera, regaining his confidence.Zh: 这次九寨沟之行，不仅让魏重新找到了他的摄影灵感，也让他明白了当下时刻的珍贵。En: This trip to Jiuzhaigou not only helped Wei rediscover his inspiration for photography but also taught him the value of the present moment.Zh: 他学会相信自己的直觉，看到生活中每一个瞬间的美好。En: He learned to trust his instincts and see the beauty in every moment of life.Zh: 清明节的韵味，也在他们心中深深扎根。En: The essence of Qingming Festival also took root deeply in their hearts.Zh: 九寨沟如诗如画的景色，将永远铭刻在他们的记忆中，他们知道，这次旅途带给他们的，不仅仅是简单的风景，还有成长。En: The picturesque scenery of Jiuzhaigou will forever be etched in their memories, and they know that this journey brought them not just simple landscapes but also growth. Vocabulary Words:clear: 晴朗spring: 春天morning: 早晨young: 年轻inspired: 灵感cousin: 表妹lively: 活泼adventure: 冒险rarely-traveled: 不常有人走picturesque: 如画ancestor: 祖先focus: 专注lush: 山青水秀blossoms: 繁花emeralds: 翡翠thin: 薄薄uneasy: 心神不宁worriedly: 担心地shelter: 避雨drizzle: 小雨sunlight: 阳光breathtaking: 惊叹rainbow: 彩虹emitting: 散发array: 光辉sprawled: 横跨moment: 瞬间instincts: 直觉etched: 铭刻essence: 韵味

Linda Yao, chief operating officer and head of strategy for Lenovo's Strategy, Solutions, and Services Group and vice president of hybrid cloud and AI solutions, joins us to explain the organization's transition from technology product company to managed services provider. It's now helping organizations with the change management required to implement AI in the enterprise. She shares both a framework around speed, ease, and expertise to facilitate this adoption, as well as the four pillars of AI readiness that Lenovo guides its clients to achieve. Tune in to this episode, also, for Linda's perspective on the role of human connection in what she calls the era of inference, a time when we should focus on the implementation of maturing AI tools. Read the episode transcript here. Guest Bio: Linda Yao serves as vice president of hybrid cloud and AI solutions at Lenovo. Yao recently also took on the role of chief operating officer and head of Lenovo's Strategy, Solutions, and Services Group and established the company's AI Center of Excellence. Previously, at Boeing, she incubated a data science practice in the U.S. and India, built an M&A team, and oversaw investments for one of the largest corporate retirement plans in the world. She earned her finance chops at IBM in New York and Shanghai. Yao earned her bachelor's and master's degrees from Harvard University and an engineering certificate from MIT. She is an active liaison for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Foundation and the YoungArts, a national foundation. Me, Myself, and AI is a collaborative podcast from MIT Sloan Management Review and Boston Consulting Group and is hosted by Sam Ransbotham and Shervin Khodabandeh. Our engineer is David Lishansky, and the executive producer is Allison Ryder. Stay in touch with us by joining our LinkedIn group, AI for Leaders at mitsmr.com/AIforLeaders or by following Me, Myself, and AI on LinkedIn. We encourage you to rate and review our show. Your comments may be used in Me, Myself, and AI materials.

Yao Ming's journey to the NBA was filled with roadblocks and other problems. We share how Yao overcame legal and political hurdles to reach the Houston Rockets and the NBA.CREDITSRick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voiceJacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher MUSIC"Ancient China by Mostakim Harun" by "Horizons" by Roa SPORTS HISTORY NETWORKsportshistorynetwork.comsportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/ FACEBOOKm.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ BUSINESS CONTACTbballhistory101@gmail.com

Last time we spoke about the first Tientsin Incident. In September 1931, as tensions rose between China and Japan, Commander Zhang Xueliang enjoyed an opera in Beiping, unaware of the impending Mukden Incident. With senior commanders absent, Japanese forces quickly gained local support. Chiang Kai-shek ordered non-resistance, fearing conflict would ruin Northeast China. Meanwhile, Japanese officials plotted to install Puyi as a puppet emperor. Covert riots erupted in Tianjin, orchestrated by the Japanese, leaving the city in chaos as Zhang's forces struggled to maintain order against the well-armed attackers. In a tense standoff at Haiguang Temple, the Japanese military issued an ultimatum to Chinese security forces, citing threats to overseas Chinese. Wang Shuchang ordered a strategic withdrawal, but the Japanese escalated with artillery fire. Despite fierce resistance, the plainclothes attackers regrouped, leading to ongoing skirmishes. Amidst the chaos, Puyi was covertly extracted by Japanese forces, paving the way for the establishment of the puppet state of Manchukuo. Ultimately, Japan's aggression continued, deepening tensions in China.   #142 the Jinzhou Operation  Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. When the Mukden Incident occurred, Zhang Xueliang was in Beiping serving in his capacity as the commander of the North China garrison. On the night of September 18, he was at the opera enjoying a performance by the famous singer Mei Lanfang. His deputies were also away from Shenyang: Wan Fulin was in Beiping, and Zhang Zuoxiang was attending his father's funeral in Jinzhou. With the absence of the senior provincial commanders during the Incident, the Japanese quickly gained cooperation from the acting commanders. In Shenyang, Yu Zhishan, the commander of the Eastern Borders Garrison, and in Changchun, acting provincial forces commander Xi Xia, both swiftly aligned themselves with the Japanese. Although the Northeastern Army had approximately 130,000 troops in the region compared to a Japanese force of 40,000 to 50,000, Chiang Kai-shek urgently issued a non-resistance order to the Northeastern troops, which Zhang Xueliang confirmed. It was actually his stance prior to September 18th, as there had been other incidents such as the Wanbaoshan Incident whereupon Zhang Xueliang sent a secret telegram to his subordinates starting on July 6, "If we go to war with Japan at this time, we will surely be defeated. If we lose, Japan will demand that we cede territory and pay compensation, and Northeast China will be ruined. We should avoid conflict as soon as possible and deal with it in the name of justice." A month after this Chiang Kai-Shek sent a telegram to Zhang Xueliang on August 16th "No matter how the Japanese army seeks trouble in Northeast China in the future, we should not resist and avoid conflict. My brother, please do not act out of anger and disregard the country and the nation. I hope you will follow my instructions." As the tensions between China and Japan increased on September 6th Zhang Xueliang sent this telegram to his subordinates "It has been found that the Japanese diplomatic situation is becoming increasingly tense. We must deal with everything and strive for stability. No matter how the Japanese try to cause trouble, we must be tolerant and not resist them to avoid causing trouble. I hope you will send a secret telegram to all your subordinates to pay close attention to this matter." Thus the Manchurian commanders were already well versed in what their stance would be. Chiang Kai-shek's hesitation to engage in combat is understandable; he was concerned about factions opposing him in South China, the potential reformation of the alliance between Feng Yuxiang and Yan Xishan in North China, and the threat posed by the CCP in Jiangxi, leaving him unable to confront another adversary. Zhang Xueliang's situation was also not as advantageous as it might seem. Although he commanded nearly 250,000 men, only 100,000 to 130,000 were stationed in the Northeast, with the remainder in Hebei. Both Chiang Kai-Shek and Zhang Xueliang most likely believed the League of Nations or the Wakatsuki government in Tokyo would restrain the occupiers eventually, so they were biding their time. According to Nelson Johnson, the American Minister in China, Counselor Yano of the Japanese Legation in Beiping had informal discussions with Zhang, suggesting that Jinzhou would inevitably succumb to the Japanese and that “the Tokyo Foreign Office would gain prestige and be better able to shape events to China's advantage if the Chinese avoided a clash by withdrawing voluntarily.” It was also implied that some of Zhang's supporters might be reinstated in official roles in the new government in Shenyang. Johnson concluded, “Chang is believed to have been led to his present decision by these inducements, along with the bitter hostility toward him at Nanking and the lack of support from that quarter.” In essence, Zhang was effectively coerced into non-resistance by both sides. Certainly, in December 1931, with no hope for international intervention and the Nanjing government in turmoil following Chiang Kai-shek's temporary resignation, Zhang's options were severely limited. The Kwantung Army received clear instructions not to move beyond the South Manchurian railway zone, which hindered the plans of Lt. Colonel Ishiwara Kanji, the architect of the Manchurian invasion. After securing the region around the South Manchurian railway, Ishiwara focused his attention on Jinzhou. Following the fall of Mukden, Jinzhou became the administrative headquarters and civil government of Zhang Xueliang, making it a focal point for Chinese forces. Jinzhou is the southernmost part of Liaoning province, directly enroute to Shanhaiguan, the critical pass that separates Manchuria from China proper. It was the furthest point Zhang Xueliang could establish an HQ while still holding foot within Manchuria and thus became the defacto “last stand” or “guanwai” outside the Shanhaiguan pass for Zhang Xueliangs Northeastern army. Japanese sources indicate that Zhang Xueliang began covertly instructing local governments in Manchuria to comply with and pay taxes to Jinzhou. He also dispatched spies to Japanese-occupied territories and was conspiring to assassinate Japanese officials and those opposed to Chiang Kai-shek. Obviously Jinzhou had to be seized to control Liaoning and thus all of Manchuria. The Japanese first tried to bully Jinzhou into submission by bombing it. On October 8th, Ishiwara commanded five captured Chinese aircraft from the 10th Independent Air Squadron, flying from Mukden to conduct a raid on Jinzhou, claiming it was merely a reconnaissance mission. They flew over Jinzhou at approximately 1:40 PM and dropped 75 bombs weighing 25 kg each, targeting the barracks of the 28th Division, government buildings, and Zhang Xueliang's residence. Additionally, they took photographs of the Chinese defensive positions. The attack served two main purposes: to intimidate Zhang Xueliang and to send a message to Tokyo HQ. The bombing of Jinzhou caused an uproar in Tokyo and shocked the League of Nations, which had previously been indifferent to the situation. Consequently, Tokyo HQ felt compelled to retroactively approve the Kwantung attacks while simultaneously demanding an end to further actions. Rumors began to circulate that Ishiwara and his associate Itagaki aimed to establish an independent Manchuria as a base for a coup d'état against the Japanese government, intending to initiate a Showa Restoration. On October 18th, War Minister Minami Jiro sent a telegram to the Kwantung Army, ordering them to halt offensives in Manchuria and dispatched Colonel Imamura Hitoshi to ensure Ishiwara and Itagaki ceased their reckless operations. However, when Hitoshi met with the two men at a restaurant in Mukden, they dismissed him. In reality, Ishiwara and Itagaki's plans were in jeopardy, but in early November, they found a pretext for action after Ma Zhanshan's forces damaged the Nenjiang railway bridge. This hostility provided them with justification to invade Heilongjiang alongside their allies, led by General Zhang Haipeng. Following the occupation of the north, a new opportunity arose in the southwest. The "first Tientsin incident" erupted on November 9th, initiated by Colonel Doihara Kenji with assistance from some Anti-Chiang Kai-shek Chinese. A small contingent launched an attack on the peace preservation corps in Tientsin. Doihara devised this plan with the intention of creating chaos to kidnap the former Manchu emperor Puyi, allowing the Kwantung army to later install him as the ruler of a new Manchurian state. Although Doihara sought reinforcements from Tokyo HQ, his request was denied, prompting him to turn to the Kwantung army for support. They agreed to coordinate an attack on Tientsin but insisted that a pretext be established first. To execute this plan, they would need to capture Jinzhou initially. A second Tientsin incident occurred on November 26th, when Chinese soldiers attacked the Japanese barracks in Tientsin at 8:20 PM, marking another false flag operation orchestrated by Doihara. Upon hearing the news, General Honjo Shigeru chose to support the Tientsin army, which they believed was in peril. The 4th Mixed Brigade and the 2nd Infantry Battalion of the 2nd Division, comprising 10,000 troops, advanced toward 13 armored vehicles stationed along the Peiping-Mukden railway. The Kwantung Army also requested assistance from the Korean Army, and Commander Hayashi organized a mixed brigade to cross the border. Of course in order to provide assistance at Tientsin meant heading through the Shanhaiguan pass and this meant going through Jinzhou. Tokyo General HQ was yet again thrown into consternation by the latest aggravation of the Manchurian crisis. Incensed by the Kwantung Army's “lack of sincerity in submitting to the discipline of Tokyo”. The force got within 30km of Jinzhou when War Minister General Jiro Minami ordered them to immediately withdraw to a line east of the Liao river. Ironically what actually made the Kwantung Army comply was not so much Tokyo's authority but rather the refusal or foot dragging of the Korea Army, who sent a message that they were unwilling to attack Jinzhou. The Kwantung army continued on getting into some skirmishes with Chinese defenders around the Taling River and Takushan as Tokyo HQ sent countless furious messages demanding they withdraw from the Jinzhou area and by the 28th they finally did. Facing the real possibility that the Jinzhou operation might devolve into a fiasco without reinforcements, Ishiwara relented, remarking at the time “Tokyo has collapsed before Jinzhou”. There was another factor at play as well. Some have speculated Ishiwara tossed his hand on the field initiative because he was playing for time, expecting the Japanese government to fall and the substitution of a new team at central army HQ, one perhaps more compliant to the aggressive Kwantung Army.    While the Japanese forces pulled back into the SMR zone, Prime Minister Wakatsuki Reijiro began negotiations with Chiang Kai-Shek's Nanjing government, through the League of Nations, suggesting the Jinzhou area be declared a neutral area. The Chinese initially refused, and while the Kwantung Army declared they would not attack, they still sent aircraft to circle Jinzhou. The Chinese, British, American, and French governments were willing to withdraw their troops from Jinzhou to Shanhaiguan if the Manchurian incident was resolved and Japan committed to not infringing upon the area.    Consequently, Tokyo's headquarters supported this approach and instructed the Kwantung Army to withdraw. Although Zhang Xueliang had assured that his forces would leave Jinzhou by December 7th, this did not occur. As a result, the Japanese began discussions to establish Jinzhou as a neutral zone. The Kwantung army intercepted two Chinese telegrams indicating Zhang Xueliang was strengthening the defenses at Jinzhou and that Nanjing was requesting he not pull his men out. The telegrams were sent to Tokyo HQ who agreed the Chinese were acting in a treacherous manner. The Japanese ambassador then told US Secretary Henry Stimson  “it would be very difficult to withhold the army from advancing again.” Stimson replied “ such actions would convince the American public that Japan's excuse for her incursions, namely that she was combating bandit attacks, was a ruse to destroy the last fragment of Chinese authority in Manchuria. It would be extremely difficult to ask China to withdraw her army from her own territory.” Thus began the Jinzhou Crisis.   On the same day the Japanese ambassador was meeting Stimson in Washington, the Nationalist minister of finance, T.V Soong sent a telegram to Zhang Xueliang advising “any Japanese attack on Jinzhou should be offered utmost resistance.” Also the American Minister in China, Nelson Johnson publicly expressed the view that Zhang Xueliang would resist at Jinzhou if attacked “if only to reassure the students and public in general, some of whom clamor for military action, despite the attitude of his old generals of the Fengtian clique who desire his resignation to enable them to sell out to the Japanese”.   It had become clear to all observers that the Japanese were intent on capturing Jinzhou, whether they were justified to do so or not. Their tactics of intimidation became even bolder as they began dropping air torpedoes on disused sections of railway track on December 10th, disrupting traffic along the Beiping-Shenyang rail route and hinting that the nearby populated areas might be next. Ishiwara's hopes came true on December 13th, whence Prime Minister Wakatsuki resigned on December 11th, having failed to control the Kwantung Army. A new cabinet was formed under Prime Minister Tsuyoshi Inukai, whom resumed negotiations with Nanjing, but then on December 15th, Chiang Kai-Shek resigned as chairman of the Nanjing government, leading Sun Ke to lead a weak interim government. Preoccupied with its own survival, the Nanjing government had no time to deal with the Jinzhou crisis.   Meanwhile War Minister Minami and Chief of staff Kanaya who had tried to moderate the Kwantung Army's aggressive initiatives had been replaced by Araki Sadao, a significantly more aggressive leader who happened to be the leading figure of the Kodoha faction. His counterpart was Prince Kan'in. With these new appointments, the atmosphere in Tokyo general HQ had changed dramatically. The new team elected to change the framing of the situation, they were not performing offensives against Chinese forces, but rather “suppressing bandits”. On December 15th, Tokyo HQ telegraphed Mukden instructing the Kwantung Army to “synchronize an assault on Jinzhou with an attack upon bandits”. Tokyo HQ even agreed to send some reinforcements from Korea and Japan. The 20th IJA division, the 38th mixed brigade of the 19th division crossed the border from Korea and the 8th mixed brigade, 10th division came over from Japan. With this the Kwantung army had been bolstered to around 60,450men.    On December 17th, the Japanese launched attacks on what they referred to as "soldier bandits" in Fak'u and Ch'angtuhsien, which was actually a precursor to their assault on Jinzhou. The following day, December 18th, Japanese aircraft bombed Daonglio, resulting in the deaths of three Chinese civilians and causing widespread panic in the city. The Japanese actions were all the more effective when concentrated with the absolute paralysis that had gripped China. Sun Ke was too preoccupied with the survival of his own government and had neither the time nor resources to spare for Manchuria. In addition, Stimson's strong words in private to the Japanese ambassador belied the State Department's public attitude toward interference in the conflict. On December 21st Hawkling Yen, the Chinese charge in Washington met with Stanley Hornback, the chief of the department of Far Eastern Affairs. Yen told Hornback that a Japanese attack on Jinzhou was imminent and asked the US to “protest in anticipate of it”. Hornbeck refused, stating the State Department was “already publicly on record with regard to the matter”. No other Western power was ready to advocate any strong measures against the Japanese either.   On the 22nd, the Japanese HQ at Shenyang announced they would soon begin an anti-bandit advance west of the Liao River and would remove any who interfered with said operation. They also added that if any Chinese forces at Jinzhou withdrew they would be left unmolested. By December 26th, all preparations for the assault on Jinzhou were finalized. On December 28th, Honjo initiated an "anti-bandit" campaign west of the Liao River. While Honjo publicly claimed they were merely "clearing the country of bandits,”. As the Japanese forces and their collaborationist allies spread across the South Manchurian railway area to eliminate remaining pockets of resistance, the 12th Division, led by Lt. General Jiro Tamon advanced from Mukden toward Jinzhou, supported by numerous bomber squadrons. Japanese intelligence estimated that Zhang Xueliang had 84,000 troops defending the city, along with 58 artillery pieces and two distinct defensive lines. The first line, located 20 miles north of Jinzhou, consisted of trenches designed to impede the Japanese advance at the Taling River Bridge on the Peiping-Mukden Railway. The second line was a series of earthworks and fortifications completely surrounding Jinzhou. The temperature was -30 degrees, and the Imperial Japanese Army troops were dressed in white winter camouflage uniforms. IJA reconnaissance aircraft reported approximately 3,000 Honghuzi were waiting to ambush them in Panshan County. Tamon's forces quickly overcame the alleged Honghuzi in a series of small skirmishes and continued their march toward Goubangzi, 50 km north of Jinzhou. It should be noted, many question whether the Honghuzi were real or simply local Chinese the Japanese coerced into action to justify their advance. By December 31, the Japanese vanguard had reached within 15 km of Jinzhou, along the banks of the Talin River. Tamon paused to allow the rest of the 2nd Division to catch up. Subsequently, Tamon's troops began setting up an intricate system of microphones to broadcast the sounds of the impending battle to Tokyo. This tactic appeared to be an attempt to demoralize the defenders, which proved effective as Zhang Xueliang's forces began to withdraw. On December 30, Zhang Xueliang had issued the order to retreat from Jinzhou. Two days later, the American Minister in China, Nelson Johnson, reported the following scene: “Jinzhou Railway station resembles beehive, every possible car being pressed into service and loaded with troops, animals, baggage, to last inch space.” The last Chinese troop train departed Jingzhou at 11 am on January 1st carrying away the final remnants of Zhang Xueliang's authority in Manchuria. The assault on Jinzhou occurred at a particularly inopportune moment for China. Chiang Kai-shek was temporarily out of office, lacking the full support of the Nanjing government and many generals. It is likely that Chiang Kai-shek understood that Zhang Xueliang's forces in Jinzhou would be significantly outmatched and could be annihilated. His priority was to prevent the situation from escalating into an official war, allowing him to strengthen China's military capabilities for a counteroffensive. Following the fall of Jinzhou, the northern China army retreated south of the Great Wall into Hebei Province. The Japanese then occupied Shanhaiguan, securing complete control over southern Manchuria. Despite the fall of Jinzhou there was still one last holdout in Manchuria. After Ma Zhanshan was driven out of Qiqihar by the Japanese, he led his troops northeast to establish a new HQ in Hailun where he was still technically ruling Heilongjiang province. Ma Zhanshan had gained international recognition as a resistance hero following his ill-fated battle at Qiqihar. The Kwantung Army took note of his fame and adjusted their strategies accordingly. Komai Tokuzo, the head of the Kwantung Board of Control, suggested that bringing Ma Zhanshan into their ranks would provide a significant propaganda advantage. To persuade him to negotiate with the Kwantung Army, they sent a local factory owner, Han Yunje. On December 7th, Colonel Itagaki Seishiro met with Ma Zhanshan in Hailun. Itagaki expressed that the Japanese aimed for two objectives: peace in East Asia and full cooperation between the Chinese and Japanese. He also mentioned that the officers of the Kwantung Army were impressed by Ma's remarkable bravery and were willing to grant him military command over Heilongjiang, provided they reached an agreement. In response, Ma Zhanshan stated that his forces had acted solely in self-defense and that he was bound by the orders of the Nanjing government. Itagaki then suggested Ma Zhanshan might be appointed military commander of the province under the provincial governor in Qiqihar, Zhang Jinghui. To this Ma Zhanshan replied “as Hailun is not very far from Harbin, he could consult with General Zhang Jinghui over the telephone or pay a call on the latter in person, and that a second trip to Hailun by the Japanese representative would not be necessary.” Despite Ma's position, Itagaki felt satisfied with the meeting, believing that Ma Zhanshan might align with them. However, he was constrained by anti-Japanese colleagues like his chief of staff Xie Ke and battalion commander Tang Fengjia. The situation shifted significantly for Ma Zhanshan when Zhang Xueliang withdrew his forces from Jinzhou. On December 7th, Itagaki and Ma met once more, during which Ma expressed his desire to serve as both the military leader and governor of Heilongjiang. Unbeknownst to the Japanese, Ma Zhanshan was secretly in discussions with another resistance leader, General Ding Chao. When Ma Zhanshan initiated his resistance against the Japanese, Ding Chao decided to take similar action in the northern city of Harbin. Harbin serves as the gateway to Northeast China and is the political, economic, and cultural hub of North Manchuria. It functions not only as the center of the Sino-Soviet co-managed Middle East Railway but also as an international marketplace where Chinese and foreigners coexist. The city houses the Special Administrative Region of the Three Eastern Provinces (with Daoli under this region and Daowai belonging to Jilin Province). Following the Mukden Incident, the Japanese army considered attacking Harbin; however, concerns about potential Soviet interference led to the plan being halted by Army Minister Minami Jiro. Harbin had largely remained peaceful, and the Japanese maintained control by appointing the puppet General Xi Qia as the governor of Kirin province. Together with Li Du, Xing Zhangqing, Zhao Yi, and Feng Zhanhai, Ding Chao formed the Kirin self-defense army to thwart the takeover of Harbin and Kirin province. Ma Zhanshan supported Ding Chao, and both generals kept in touch with Zhang Xueliang and Chiang Kai-shek, who could only offer limited support. In November of the same year, the Jilin Provincial Anti-Japanese Government, chaired by Cheng Yun, was established in Bin County. Feng Zhanhai, the head of the guard regiment at the Northeast Frontier Defense Army's deputy commander-in-chief office in Jilin, refused to surrender to the Japanese forces. He rallied over 3,000 members of his regiment to resist the Japanese and rebel forces. They marched from Yongji County in Jilin Province to Shulan County, where they joined forces with the national salvation armies led by Gong Changhai and Yao Bingqian, which were based on green forest armed groups, to create the Jilin Anti-Japanese National Salvation Army, with Feng as the commander. On November 12, the Jilin Provincial Provisional Government was established in Bin County . Feng Zhanhai was appointed as the garrison commander and commander of the 1st Brigade. The units led by Gong and Yao were reorganized into cavalry brigades under Feng's command. This series of anti-Japanese actions significantly boosted the fighting spirit of the people in Jilin and Heilongjiang provinces. To launch an attack on Harbin, the Japanese Kwantung Army first needed to "punish" the anti-Japanese armed forces by force. To eliminate Feng's anti-Japanese forces, the Japanese puppet authorities dispatched Yu Shencheng, the commander of the Jilin "bandit suppression" unit, to lead the puppet army in an offensive aimed at seizing Harbin as a base to control the Jilin and Heilongjiang provinces. Feng Zhanhai's troops strategically abandoned Shulan City to lure the enemy deeper into the area. The puppet army fell into a trap and launched a major assault on Yao Bingqian's brigade stationed in Shuiquliu, which fiercely resisted the attack. On the same day, Gong Changhai's brigade maneuvered around to the rear of the puppet army for a surprise attack, while Yao's brigade counterattacked from the front. The puppet army's Ma Xilin brigade retreated, unable to be halted by the Japanese supervisory team. At this point, Feng Zhanhai led another brigade into the fray, pursuing Ma's brigade. After another seven hours of intense fighting, Shulan was retaken. In this battle, the garrison inflicted nearly 1,000 casualties on Japanese and puppet troops, captured hundreds, and saw many puppet soldiers defect. The battles of Shuiqu and Shulan were thus victorious. On the 16th, Yu Shencheng's puppet forces were defeated by the 25th Brigade of the Northeast Army in Yushu. Due to the precarious situation in Shulan, Feng Zhanhai had no choice but to abandon Shulan City and retreat his troops north of Wuchang. On the 19th, seeking urgently needed funds for his troops, Feng Zhanhai led a battalion from Acheng to Lalinkang, where they were surrounded by a significant number of Japanese and puppet troops. The following day, with the help of reinforcements, they managed to repel the Japanese and puppet forces. However, the troops suffered over 200 casualties and were compelled to leave Lalinkang and return to Acheng. On the 25th, Feng and Li moved their forces to the eastern suburbs of Harbin, with the 22nd, 26th, and 28th Brigades announcing their support in succession.On the morning of the 26th, Feng and Li entered the city from four directions, forcibly disarming five police brigades and seizing more than 3,000 firearms along with a number of heavy weapons. They stationed the 26th and 28th Brigades and one regiment in the Shanghao area, while Feng Zhanhai's four brigades and two detachments were positioned in the Sankeshu and Nangang areas. The 22nd Brigade was assigned to Shuangchengbao, preparing to defend against a Japanese assault.  Meanwhile the Japanese were still trying to win over Ma Zhanshan. This prompted our old friend Doihara to ask Xi Qia to advance his new “Jilin Army” to Harbin and then to Hailun. However in their way was the Jilin Self-Defense force of General Ding Chao and General Li Du had deployed his forces between Xi Qia and Harbin. On the 24th, representatives from Li Du and Ding Chao participated in a meeting with Ma Zhanshan's officers, convincing them to attempt to retake Qiqihar and defend Harbin for the resistance. When Xiqia's "New Jilin Army" finally advanced to Shuangcheng on the 25th, Zhang Xueliang instructed Ma Zhanshan and Ding Chao to abandon negotiations and begin fighting on the morning of the 26th. Kenji Doihara ultimately failed to intimidate the Chinese further, as his ally Xicha's troops encountered stiff resistance from Ding Chao's troops. Later that afternoon, Japanese aircraft dropped leaflets over Harbin, openly demanding that the anti-Japanese forces withdraw from the city immediately. The Japanese Consulate in Harbin also issued a notice to various foreign consulates, stating that the Japanese army would enter Harbin at 3:00 PM on the 28th. As the New Jilin army advanced towards Shuangcheng, this signaled to the Chinese resistance fighters that an attack was imminent. Zhang Xueliang instructed Generals Ma Zhanshan and Ding Chao to halt negotiations and prepare to make a stand. By late January, the Kirin Self-Defense Corps had grown to 30,000 members, organized into six brigades. Ding Chao fortified defensive positions between General Xi Qia's advancing troops and Harbin. Xi Qia was caught off guard by the well-organized resistance forces, resulting in heavy losses for his army, which was unable to break through. In desperation, Xi Qia sought assistance from the Kwantung Army, but they needed a justification to intervene. Once again, Colonel Doihara Kenji orchestrated a false flag operation. He incited a riot in Harbin that resulted in the deaths of one Japanese individual and three Koreans. Using the pretext that Japanese citizens were in danger, the 2nd Division under Lt. General Jiro Tamon began its advance toward Harbin from Jinzhou on the 28th. However, severe winter weather delayed their transportation. To complicate matters further, the Soviets denied Japanese trains access to Harbin via their section of the Chinese Eastern Railway, citing a breach of neutrality. The entire Manchurian incident had escalated tensions between the USSR and Japan. When they invaded Heilongjiang, there were genuine concerns about potential Soviet intervention, especially with their presence in Harbin. However, at the last moment, the Soviets agreed to allow transit on January 30th. Back on the 26, 1932, Feng Zhanhai and Li Du, the commander of the Yilan garrison, entered Harbin. Early on the 27th, Yu Shencheng, the commander of the puppet Jilin "bandit suppression," ordered two brigades to attack the Shanghao, Sankeshu, and Nangang areas. Japanese aircraft bombed the Sankeshu and Nangang regions. The two brigades tasked with defending the area fought valiantly, resulting in intense combat. Soon after, Feng Zhanhai and his reserve team joined the fray, launching a political offensive alongside their fierce attacks. The puppet army struggled to hold its ground and retreated to Lalincang. The defending troops in Shanghao fought tenaciously, inflicting heavy casualties on both Japanese and puppet forces, shooting down one plane, and attempting to persuade puppet army commander Tian Desheng to lead a revolt. By evening, the puppet army had been driven back. On the morning of the 28th, the anti-Japanese forces advanced to the Jile Temple and Confucian Temple, capturing advantageous positions near Xinfatun with artillery support. The cavalry brigade flanked the puppet army and launched a vigorous assault, leading to the collapse and retreat of the puppet forces towards Acheng. Gong Changhai led the cavalry in pursuit for 15 kilometers, capturing a significant number of puppet troops. After two days of fierce fighting on the 27th and 28th, the initial invasion of Harbin by Japanese and puppet troops was successfully repelled. Due to the defeat of Yu Shencheng and other puppet forces, the Japanese Kwantung Army launched a direct assault on Harbin on the morning of the28th, under the pretext of "protecting overseas Chinese." They ordered Hasebe, commander of the 3rd Brigade of the Kwantung Army, to lead the 4th Regiment, an artillery battalion, and two tanks on a train from Changchun to Harbin for combat. On the29th, another combat order was issued: the 2nd Division was to assemble in Changchun and then be transported to Harbin by truck. Part of the 4th Mixed Brigade was also moved from Qiqihar to Anda and Zhaodong by truck to support the 2nd Division from the north of Harbin. The 1st, 3rd, 8th, and 9th Squadrons of the Kwantung Army Flying Team were tasked with covering the assembly, advance, and attack of the 2nd Division. Hasebe's 4th Regiment departed from Changchun by train, but due to extensive damage to the railway caused by the Northeast Army, their train was attacked by the Northeast Army at dawn on the 29th as it reached the Laoshaogou area on the south bank of the Songhua River. The Japanese forces quickly shifted to an offensive strategy and, despite ongoing resistance, managed to reach Shitouchengzi Village north of the Sancha River that night. On the night of January 29, Zhao Yi's brigade received word of the Japanese assault on Harbin and immediately prepared for battle. At dawn on January 30, Brigade Commander Zhao Yi led six battalions in a light advance, launching a surprise attack on Shilipu, where they decisively defeated the puppet army's Liu Baolin Brigade, capturing over 700 soldiers and seizing more than 600 weapons. They then returned to Shuangchengbao to prepare for the annihilation of the advancing Japanese forces. Around 8:00 PM, the 3rd Brigade of the Japanese Army, along with the Changgu Detachment and two military vehicles, arrived at Shuangcheng Station, intending to camp there and attack Harbin the following day. Zhao Yi's troops set up an ambush in the area. As the Japanese forces disembarked and assembled to plan their attack on Harbin, the ambushing troops took advantage of their unpreparedness, launching a surprise attack from three sides. They unleashed heavy firepower, forcing the enemy back onto the platform before engaging in close combat with bayonets and grenades. The Japanese were caught off guard and suffered significant casualties. The next day, the Japanese dispatched reinforcements from Changchun, supported by aircraft, artillery, and tanks, to assault Shuangchengbao. Brigade Zhao found himself trapped in the isolated city, suffering over 600 casualties, including the regiment commander, and was ultimately forced to abandon Shuangchengbao and retreat to Harbin. With Shuangcheng captured, Harbin was left vulnerable. The Self-Defense Army stationed the majority of its troops in the southern, southeastern, and southwestern regions of Harbin, including Guxiangyuetun, Bingyuan Street, Old Harbin City, and Lalatun. On the same day, several commanders convened: Li Du, the garrison commander of Yilan and leader of the 24th Brigade; Feng Zhanhai, commander of the Jilin Provincial Security Army; Xing Zhanqing, commander of the 26th Brigade; Zhao Yi, commander of the 22nd Brigade; Ding Chao, acting commander of the Railway Protection Army and leader of the 28th Brigade; and Wang Zhiyou, director of the Jilin Police Department. They agreed to establish the Jilin Provincial Self-Defense Army, appointing Li Du as commander, Feng Zhanhai as deputy commander, and Wang Zhiyou as the commander-in-chief of the front line. They decided to utilize the 22nd, 24th, 26th, and 28th Brigades for the defense of Harbin, while Feng Zhanhai would lead the 1st Brigade and other units in a flanking maneuver against Jilin and Changchun to thwart the Japanese advance. On February 3, 1932, various units of the Japanese 2nd Division arrived in the Weitanggou River area. Under the command of Duomen, the division initiated an assault on the Self-Defense Army's outposts located outside Harbin. The 3rd Infantry Brigade of the 2nd Division, alongside Yu Shencheng, the commander of the pseudo-Jilin "bandit suppression" forces, led an attack with five brigades as the right flank against Chinese defenders in the Qinjiagang, Nangang, and Shanghao regions. Meanwhile, the 15th Infantry Brigade of the Japanese Army formed the left flank, targeting Guxiangtun via Balibao along the Songhua River. Following the conflict, all outposts of the Self-Defense Army were lost, forcing them to retreat to their primary positions. On the morning of February 4th, the Japanese forces launched a full-scale attack, engaging the Self-Defense Army in battle. By afternoon, the Japanese had positioned themselves on both sides of the railway, south of Guxiang Yuetun, Yongfatun, and Yangmajia. The 3rd Brigade was stationed east of the railway, while the 15th Brigade took position to the west. After a preparatory artillery barrage, the Japanese forces commenced their assault. The Jilin Self-Defense Army defended tenaciously, utilizing fortifications and village structures, and concentrated their artillery fire on the advancing enemy, inflicting significant casualties.   Despite their efforts, the Japanese attack was initially repelled, prompting them to adopt a defensive stance. By 16:00, the area from Yangmajia to Yongfatun had fallen to the Japanese. The Self-Defense Army continued to resist fiercely, but the Japanese intensified their assaults. The left flank launched a vigorous attack on Guxiangtun. The 28th Brigade of the Self-Defense Army, defending this area, utilized civilian structures and walls for their defense. However, brigade commander Wang Ruihua fled under pressure, leading to a loss of command and forcing the troops to abandon their positions and retreat into the city. Simultaneously, the Japanese right flank aggressively targeted the defense of the 26th Brigade of the Self-Defense Army. Despite the desperate efforts of brigade commander Xing Zhanqing and his troops, they were ultimately compelled to retreat to the river dam at Shiliudao Street due to inferior equipment. Around this time, the western and southern defense lines under Wang Zhiyou's command began to fall one after another. In this critical situation, Commander-in-Chief Li Du personally went to the front lines to organize the troops and establish a third defensive line on the city's edge. They fought until nightfall, successfully halting the Japanese advance. At dawn on February 5th the Self-Defense Army initiated a counteroffensive. The artillery first conducted preparatory fire, targeting the positions of the Japanese 3rd Brigade located east of the railway. Following this, the infantry launched their attack. The Japanese troops on the front lines found themselves in a precarious situation. In response, Jiro Tamon, the commander of the 2nd Division, urgently ordered artillery to intercept the Self-Defense Army's counterattack and deployed the tank and reserve units to assist. Four squadrons from the air force took off from a temporary forward airfield in Shuangcheng, alternating between bombing and strafing to support the ground troops. The battle was intensely fierce, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. Lacking air support and facing significant threats from Japanese aircraft, the Self-Defense Army retreated to the area east of Harbin by the afternoon of the 5th. The Japanese forces then entered Harbin, leading to its immediate capture. On the 6th, the remaining self-defense forces learned of Harbin's fall and decided to abandon their original plan for a surprise attack against the Japanese army. Instead, they returned to Binxian and Fangzheng. During their retreat, they gathered some stragglers who had fled from Harbin and proceeded to Fangzheng County to regroup with Li Du. General Ding Chao's forces were compelled to retreat northeast along the Sungari River, while Japanese aircraft attacked them from above. After a grueling 17-hour battle, Ding Chao's army ultimately faced defeat. Following this loss, Ma Zhanshan made the decision to defect. On February 16, General Honjo held a conference for the Northeast Political Affairs Committee in Mukden, attended by senior Chinese officials of the new regime, including Zhang Jinghui, Ma Zhanshan, Zang Shiyi, Xi Qia, and others. The conference aimed to assign delegates to roles in the soon-to-be-established “Manchukuo.” On February 14, Ma Zhanshan was appointed governor of Heilongjiang province and received gold worth one million dollars. On February 27th, Ding Chao proposed a ceasefire, marking the official end of Chinese resistance in Manchuria. On March 1st, Puyi would be installed as the ruler of the new state of Manchukuo. 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. With the fall of Jinzhou, Zhang Xueliang had effectively been kicked out of Manchuria. With the loss of Harbin, came the loss of any significant resistance to the Japanese invasion of Manchuria. Japan had conquered the northeast and now would enthrone the last Emperor of the Qing Dynasty forming the puppet state of Manchukuo. 

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A recent study suggests that long-term yogurt consumption, which typically contains a genus of probiotic Bifidobacterium, is associated with a 20% decreased incidence of colorectal cancer. Listen in this week as Dee explains how Bifidobacterium works in the gut, why it may protect against the formation of tumors, and how much yogurt you need to eat each week to get the same amount reported in the study.References:Ugai, S., Liu, L., Kosumi, K., Kawamura, H., Hamada, T., Mima, K., Arima, K., Okadome, K., Yao, Q., Matsuda, K., Zhong, Y., Mizuno, H., Chan, A. T., Garrett, W. S., Song, M., Giannakis, M., Giovannucci, E. L., Zhang, X., Ogino, S., & Ugai, T. (2025). Long-term yogurt intake and colorectal cancer incidence subclassified by Bifidobacterium abundance in tumor. Gut Microbes, 17(1). https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/19490976.2025.2452237Link to Probiotics: https://amzn.to/41jCNyP