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China 411

Zheng Huang and Ken Wilcox

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Purpose: The United States and China are the largest and second largest economies in the world. President Obama calls the relationship the most important bilateral relationship of the 21st century. Yet the relationship is fraught with mistrust and miscalculation, with the potential for catastrophic conflict. Many scholars have written about the complex reasons behind the agreements and disagreements by taking a particular narrative. What they missed is that, on every single issue of importan ...
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The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War Podcast is the creation of Seth Paridon and Bill Toti. Seth is a World War II historian with over 20 years experience who's many roles also was serving as a chief historian for The National WWII Museum for 15 years. Bill is not a historian, but is a retired submarine commodore and military planner with a special interest in the Pacific War. Bill has a unique perspective to offer as one who spent more than a decade sailing those same waters where th ...
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The Ready Set Blow Podcast is brought to you each and every Wednesday by Randy Valerio. Randy is a LA-based comedian and podcaster originally hailing from Queens, New York. He tries to make sense of his life and the world around him every week on the podcast by sharing crazy ideas, news, stories, and his adventures with his guests and the listeners.
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This week Seth and Bill take a look at Admiral William F. Halsey's carrier raids into the South China Sea in January 1945. As early as October 1944, Halsey realized that the South China Sea was an untapped hunting ground for Japanese shipping. These vital supply lines brought most of Japan's oil, foodstuffs, and raw materials to or from the Home Is…
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The hilarious Dustin Chafin joins the podcast this week. Randy kicks off the show asking what it’s like performing in arenas opening for the great Nate Bargatze. Dustin shares tips on how work clean. He tells the tale of the time he got into a fight during a comedy set. The boys discuss the choice to not have kids. Dustin talks about his time in th…
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This week Seth and Bill welcome back good friend Jon Parshall to wrap up the bitter fight for Iwo Jima. The guys cover all aspects of the struggle for Iwo beginning in the days after the flag raising on Mount Suribachi all the way through the bitter end. in this episode we cover the Medal of Honor stories of Woody Williams, William Harrell, George …
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Randy welcomes the lovely Jen Murphy to the show. Jen opens the show telling Randy about her theater days. Randy laments that he’s not as charismatic and sweet as Jen. The two talk about getting older and dating younger people. Randy dispenses a little bad relationship advice. He talks about balancing a day job with comedy and trying to keep the dr…
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This week Seth, Bill and great buddy Jon Parshall discuss the Battle of Iwo Jima in the first part of a miniseries on Operation DETACHMENT. The guys get into a deep discussion on Japanese preparations on the island, and how Japanese Imperial Army General Kuribayashi Tadamichi devised his defensive plan. The guys get into the amazing details on the …
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This week Seth and Bill are joined by good buddy Jon Parshall to break down Typhoon Cobra and Typhoon Viper, better known as Halsey's Typhoons. Typhoon Cobram which occurred in December 1944 wreaked more havoc and devastation on Halsey's 3rd Fleet than the Japanese ever did at any one time. The guys go deep into the weeds and talk about the early w…
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Listener-favorite Nacya Marriero is back on the podcast this week. Nacya opens the show talking about the difficulty of finding a job and employers judging a book by its cover. Randy suggests Nacya get into “FinDom” work. Nacya shares with Randy some of the things that men do to give her the “ick”. The two talk about situations Nacya found herself …
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This week Seth and Bill take on the unpleasant topic of Allied Prisoners of War held by the Japanese. The guys get into the weeds talking about the brutal treatment of Allied POWs at the hands of the Japanese, getting into the Burma-Thai Railway, Hell Ships, Japanese methods of torture, starvation, Ofuna, Omori and finally liberation. Louis Zamperi…
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Riley Lassin was back in LA and dropped by the show. They open the podcast following up on Riley’s vaginismus condition and the “homework” her doctors gave her. This leads to a conversation about “self-love”. The two talk about the differences between men and women when it comes to getting intimate. Riley talks about cat-calling in the streets of N…
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This week Seth and Bill take a deep dive into one of the most exciting, and heroic, episodes of the Pacific War-the rescue of some of the survivors of the Bataan Death March during the raid on Cabanatuan in 1945. US Army 6th Rangers under the command of COL Henry Mucci infiltrated deep behind Japanese lines to rescue American POWs languishing in th…
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Randy welcomes Tommy Mitchell back to the podcast. The boys open the show discussing Tommy’s college experience as a college lacrosse player. Tommy tells Randy about taking tap dancing lessons during the pandemic. Randy talks about how vulnerability is good, but men have gotten too soft. The fellas talk about growing up in the 90s and how times hav…
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This week Seth and Bill welcome author and historian James Scott to the show to discuss Japanese atrocities in Manila during the battle. The guys discuss some of the more heinous Japanese atrocities committed against the population of Manila at places like Dy Pac Lumberyard, St Paul's, and Fort Santiago. Following that somber discussion, the guys g…
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In this special episode Seth and Bill welcome author Caroline Alexander to the show to discuss her new book: Skies of Thunder-The Deadly World War II Mission Over the Roof of the World. In this hour, the guys and Caroline talk about the treacherous flight path known to history as The Hump, the deadly aerial supply run to help keep China in World Wa…
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Handren Seavey is back on the show this week. The boys open the show discussing the politics of the war in Ukraine. Randy has a theory about the only way Trump could possibly lose his supporters. The guys shift gears and talk about funny accidents. Handren tells Randy about the joys of being a parent. This leads to a convo about advances in genetic…
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This week Seth and Bill talk about the liberation of the civilian internment camp in Manila at the University of Santo Tomas. In a daring dash through Japanese lines, elements of the 1st Cavalry Division, known to history as Chase's Flying Columns, blow through Japanese lines and head towards the Pearl of the Orient, Manila, to liberate civilian pr…
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Randy welcomes back Boston legend Don Zollo to the podcast. Don opens the show talking about a bizarre Tinder date. Randy asks Don if there is any comic more “Boston” than him. The fellas talk about their recent mushroom trip at the SplitRock Farm & Retreat and Don’s inexplicable issues with new music. The two talk about learning strange facts abou…
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In this special 4th of July episode, Bill takes a handoff from Seth and records his first ever oral history. The subject is 102-year-old World War II veteran Cam Pelletier, a Seabee at Guadalcanal, the Russell Islands, the Green Islands, and most notably on Peleliu.#seabees; #history; #worldwar2; #pacific ; #peleliu; #usmc; #firstmarinedivision…
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This week Seth and Bill welcome back pal John Bruning to the show to talk about his new book, and always a fascinating subject, the Cactus Air Force. John's new book, 53 Days on Starvation Island is an absorbing look into the first two United States Marine Corps squadrons to land on Henderson Field in August 1942, VMF-223 and VMSB-232. The guys get…
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Podcast-favorite Jeff Zenisek returns to the studio for Men’s Mental Health Month! Jeff opens the show talking about his love for Chet Hanks. The boys pitch a novel reality TV show idea. They discuss the economics of the OnlyFans marketplace. Randy backtracks and gets Jeff’s origin story and finds out what he did for day jobs before comedy. The boy…
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This week, Seth, Bill and good friend John McManus take a look at the the battle for the Filipino capital of Manila. The team dissects the incredibly violent and horrific fight for General Douglas MacArthur's beloved Pearl of the Orient. The fighting in Manila was one fo the most violent combat areas of the entire war and the team breaks the fighti…
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LA comedian and mystery-man, Fanto, joins Randy on this episode of the podcast. The guys open the show discussing what LA was like in the 90s. Fanto gives Randy a history lesson on Armenia, Eastern Europe, Russia and the former Soviet Union. The boys get into a political discussion and Fanto shares his thoughts on the security of US elections and t…
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In the first episode of Season 4, Seth and Bill welcome good buddy John McManus as the trio takes on the topic of the Liberation of Luzon in 1945. The guys discuss the initial landings and successes while also getting into Douglas MacArthur's personal feelings and courage displayed on the island during the campaign. The guys then dig into some of t…
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Again, due to popular request, we have combined both Samar episodes with Jon Parshall into this long-form version. This is both parts 1 and part 2 combined. Hope you enjoy.This week Seth, Bill and good pal Jon Parshall get into the much anticipated Battle off Samar! The guys get into the background of the epic fight, the commanders on both sides, E…
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Randy welcomes the very funny Jay Washington to the podcast. They open the show talking about the Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festival and the smashing success Jay’s show at the festival was. Randy asks Jay about his upcoming cruise ship shows and they discuss the rules against the talent and staff hooking up with guests on the boat. The boys shift ge…
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Due to popular request, I have combined both parts of the Surigao Strait shows and released them as one, here. As Bill and I prepare for Season 4, please enjoy the long-form version of Surigao Strait with our buddies Jon Parshall and Tony Tully.By William toti, Jon parshall, Seth paridon
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Captain Bill Toti talks about what led him to write his book, "From CO to CEO: A Practical Guide for Transitioning from Military to Industry Leadership." The book is available here: https://www.amazon.com/CO-CEO-Practical-Transitioning-Leadership/dp/1637630638/ref=sr_1_1?crid=323AAEQTQ2XJZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hpvYz2JpfclBGK_hqITNxCgAXH0a7JJFfYxQNXVDWy…
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New York based Comedian Brandon Trusso is in studio for this episode of the podcast. Brandon opens the show talking about his journey to sobriety. Randy asks about his vice of choice and how he was able to overcome his addiction. They move on and talk about the awesome shows Brandon runs at the Grisly Pear in NYC. The boys discuss working in sales …
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This week, Seth, Bill and new guest, retired US Army Major Shawn Bergstrom return to answer another round of your questions. In this final episode of season 3, we get into some cool topics that include, the fate of battleships, the morality and necessity of liberating the Philippines, and more. Tune in and see if your question is one of the ones we…
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Chase Abel joins Randy back in studio in LA. The boys are fresh off a big Chinese buffet lunch, so they open the show talking about their favorite dishes. Randy starts a discussion about crimes of passion. The fellas move on to discuss the current protests and unrest on college campuses. Chase talks about his plan, or lack thereof, to payback his s…
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This week Seth and Bill answer your questions in this first part of our Q&A session. The team welcomes new guest retired Army Major Shawn Betgstrom to the crew to moderate the questions and lead the team as we go through the many fantastic questions sent in by our audience. We hope you guys enjoy this episode, and we will definitely do this again.…
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The very funny Riley Lassin joins Randy on the show this week. The two open the show by discussing their start in comedy. They talk about how hard work and perseverance usually beats talent. The show takes a long and hilarious detour when Riley shares her struggle dealing with a medical condition called vaginismus. She goes on to discuss how she fi…
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This week Seth and Bill wrap up 1944 in the Pacific as we near the end of Season 3. The guys go through the reasons why 1944 was the tipping point in the war in the Pacific with Bill's Top 4 List. We discuss leadership, training, logistics, industrial base and much more. Tune in as we wrap up the most pivotal year in World War II in the Pacific.#ww…
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Randy welcomes the hilarious Shapel Lacey to the podcast. The boys open the show talking about their favorite game shows from their youth. This leads to a conversation about 80s and 90s action movies. Randy moves on to talk about surviving in the wilderness and how intimidating wild animals are. Shapel wonders aloud about living a simpler, hunter-g…
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Seth joins Bill at his alma mater, the US Naval Academy, on April 24, 2024, along with Captain Stan Fisher, USN and Lt. Col Pete Owen, USMC (Ret), at the Legacy oof Valor event. Hosted by the US Naval Academy Alumni Association. Copyright US Naval Academy Alumni Association.By Pete owen, Stan fisher, William toti, Seth paridon
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George Dulcich, comedian and podcast editor extraordinaire, is back on the podcast. George opens the show talking about doing Croatian-themed comedy shows. Randy talks about closing multi-million dollar deals at his day job while touring with Jeff Dye and Josh Nelson. Randy asks the boys if they would prefer an Asian or Eastern European mail-order …
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This week Seth, Bill and John McManus wrap up the liberation of Leyte by talking about the fights at Breakneck Ridge, the Japanese landings and the subsequent US counter landings at Ormoc Bay. The guys get into the stories of the 11th Airborne Division, 77th Infantry Division and the bravery and actions of one General Douglas MacArthur. Tacked into…
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Randy welcomes bonafide adult industry star Sophia Locke to the show. The two open the show talking about how an internet meme of Sophia called “Italian Gangbang” got them acquainted. Sophia talks about how she got into the industry, took some time off for a relationship and then returned to the industry. Randy asks Sophia how Only Fans and similar…
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Thhis week Seth and Bill welcome back good friend and fantstic historian John McManus to talk about GEN Douglas MacArthur's long-anticipated return to the Philippines. Mac and the 6th Army land on Leyte on October 20, 1944 to liberate the first portion of the archipelago as MacArthur's crusade to liberate the place he called home finally takes off.…
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Florida’s-own Nate Roscoe is back on the podcast. The fellas open the show talking about positive stereotypes. Randy asks Nate who he’s got in the upcoming World War 3. Nate talks about his short time in the military, how poorly soldiers are actually treated and his dislike of Americans fighting in foreign wars. The boys move on and discuss the asc…
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This week Seth, Bill and good buddy Jon Parshall wrap up the Battle of Leyte Gulf with the final carrier battle of World War II, the Battle off Cape Engano. Halsey takes the cheese and chases Ozawa's decoy carrier force north, away from San Bernadino Strait, to destroy what is left of the Imperial Japanese Navy's once mighty aircraft carrier task f…
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Randy has the very funny and talented Dean Gonzalez back on the show. Dean reviews his first year in LA. Randy asks Dean what he misses most about Miami. The fellas get into a deep conversation about their goals in comedy and show business. Dean pumps Randy up and gives him some advice on not being too humble, telling Randy it's not clout chasing t…
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This week Seth, Bill and buddy Jon Parshall wrap up the epic clash off Samar during the Battle of Leyte Gulf. The guys get deep into the weeds about the legendary destroyer charge of USS Johnston, USS Samuel B. Roberts, USS Hoel and USS Heerman as well as the other destroyer escorts of Taffy 3. The guys dispel a few of the myths about the battle an…
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Xander Beltran is back on the show this week. The boys kick off talking about Xander’s YouTube comedy special. Super-producer Mike Nell tells the fellas about the Dune 2 phenomenon, which leads to a discussion about going to the movies. Xander talks about all the random terrible jobs he used to have. Randy asks Xander to rank his favorite sauces. X…
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This week Seth, Bill and good pal Jon Parshall get into the much anticipated Battle off Samar...Part1! The guys get into the background of the epic fight, the commanders on both sides, Ernest Evans, Ziggy Sprague, and others as they start to break down some of the myths surrounding one of the most well-known naval battles in all of history. The guy…
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Miami-based comedian Mac Lawson joins Randy in studio this week. Mac shares how people on social media convinced her to get her starts in comedy. Randy asks Mac about being an OF creator and not actually sharing scandalous pics. The two debate why showing a nipple is considered adult content, but the rest of the boob is not. Randy asks Mac about be…
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This week Seth and Bill welcome back grat buddy Jon Parshall and Tony Tully to wrap up the conversation about the Battle of Surigao Strait during the Battle for Leyte Gulf. The foursome gets deep in the weeds discussing the destroyer action in the strait and, of course, the gunfire portion of the battle. American battleships West Virginia, Tennesse…
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Randy welcomes comedian Joe Bartnick back to the show on St. Patrick's Day. The open up talking about their mutual love of drinking. The fellas discuss having to go to parties and having to talk to boring people. Randy talks about the cancellation of historical figures. The boys talk about working strange towns on the road. Somehow, the gents have …
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