Best Fatal Error Podcasts (2024)

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A Fatal Error: A Single Step is a Step Too Far 36:40

10d ago36:40

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Supporting one version of an unconstitutional government program over another – because it seems to be the “least offensive” option – is not only what leading founders called a “fatal error,” but it also sets a precedent for more of the same, and worse. Path to Liberty: April 8, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Youtube Music | Stitcher |…

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Benjamin Franklin’s Rules for Bringing Down Empires 36:36

1d ago36:36

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With some of his best satire and sharpest wit, Franklin told the British the top-20 ways their policies would bring their empire over the American colonies to an end. Much of it sounds pretty familiar to what we face today. Path to Liberty: April 17, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Youtube Music | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platform…

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Navigating the Risks of Post-Maintenance Flights - Episode 217 32:40

1d ago32:40

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Miles O'Brien joins Todd Curtis and John Goglia to discuss two fatal general aviation accidents that involved aircraft that were just out of maintenance. In focus are the decisions and actions pilots and maintenance personnel could have taken to avoid the crashes or make them survivable. One crash involves a Piper Cherokee on its second flight afte…

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Tax Resistance and the Birth of American Independence 37:40

3d ago37:40

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86 years and a day before the “shot heard ’round the world” – the people of Boston and surrounding towns rose up and overthrew the royal governor in a dispute that started over tax resistance to arbitrary power. Path to Liberty: April 15, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Youtube Music | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW …

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First for Independence: The Halifax Resolves of 1776 20:25

6d ago20:25

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April 12, 1776 – the first official action by one of the colonies in full support of declaring independence. The Halifax Resolves were also the first example of a colony-wide assembly admitting that reconciliation with the British was no longer an option. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: April 12, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Yo…

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Best of Inside Medical Malpractice - Part 3 56:12

8d ago56:12

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This month on ‘Inside Medical Malpractice’, the third in our ‘best of the best’ podcast series! Chris Rokosh ends almost every episode with the question “What is the most important thing you’d like doctors, nurses, lawyers, and the public to know about medical malpractice?” The answers are as different as our guests’ unique perspectives….but always…

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Sound Money Success: The Utah Case Study 28:08

8d ago28:08

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Since 2011 – a combination of state laws and human action has built what is likely the most robust foundation for the advancement of gold and silver as money in the United Sates. Path to Liberty: April 10, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Youtube Music | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives Ben…

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Stall Warning Flight Test Turns Disastrous - Episode 216 31:38

9d ago31:38

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A Beech Hawker 900XP jet crashed while doing a flight test of a stall warning system. Special guest Miles O'Brien joins Todd Curtis and John Goglia deconstruct the February 2024 aviation incident. The accident occurred during a positioning flight that happened after completion of maintenance of the anti-icing component on the leading edge of the wi…

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Firearm Financial Privacy: Nullification Status Report 15:18

13d ago15:18

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Originally implemented by the IRS – gun-control advocates want to use “Merchant Category Codes” to track purchases of firearms, firearm accessories and ammunition. But the state-level 2nd Amendment Financial Privacy Act has shut those plans downs – at least for now. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: April 5, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Po…

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Case Study: Utah vs the Surveillance State 31:44

15d ago31:44

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For more than a decade, starting in 2013, the Utah legislature has incrementally built some of the most robust privacy protections in the country with a step-by-step approach. Over that time, Utah chipped away at the surveillance state, passing at least eight separate laws limiting surveillance. Path to Liberty: April 3, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spo…

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Photo Shoot Model Struck by Aircraft Wing - Episode 215 29:39

16d ago29:39

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A photo shoot in a dry Nevada lakebed went horribly wrong when the wing of an airplane hit the model in the head. Miles O’Brien, Todd Curtis, and John Goglia discuss the June 2023 accident that involved an Aviate Husky plane. The pilot, photographer and his wife, who was the model for the photo session, met early on the morning of the accident. On …

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3 Key Elements from the American Revolution for Successful Nullification Today 41:54

17d ago41:54

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Responding to the Coercive Acts of 1774 – the “Intolerable Acts” – the old revolutionaries were organized, coordinated – and very strategic in their approach. We’d do well to learn what they considered essential elements for success. Path to Liberty: April 1, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platfo…

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Did the Founders Ignore their own Warnings on Consolidation? 14:52

20d ago14:52

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Consolidation – we were warned – would guarantee a destruction of liberty. But many founders seemed to believe they could pull off a “proper” or “partial” consolidation and not get a system of “unremitted despotism.” Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: March 29, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More P…

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Bully Government Bullies Apple 34:20

22d ago34:20

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In yet another example of the government rejecting founding principles by working to bring businesses under federal control, the DOJ and 16 state attorneys general accused Apple of violating Section 2 of the Sherman Act, a “law” allowing the government to intervene against companies said to be acting “in restraint of trade or commerce.” Path to Lib…

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Crash Shows Dangers of Home Built Aircraft - Episode 214 26:09

23d ago26:09

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Home-built aircraft are dangerous. Special guest Miles O'Brien joins Todd Curtis and John Goglia to discuss an August 2023 crash of a Kit Fox Model 3 aircraft that seriously injured the pilot. The FAA's approach to home-built aircraft allows owners to build their aircraft with little or no direct oversight. The accident rate is more than two times …

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Force vs Freedom: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 6-7 31:45

24d ago31:45

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Warning that some federalists were fakes who really wanted a totally consolidated system, Federal Farmer makes the case that too few representatives, coupled with a lack of clarity over the bounds of power, would lead to a system based on force rather than consent Path to Liberty: March 25, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitc…

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The Gun Grabber Argument Against Defend the Guard 21:19

27d ago21:19

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It’s a trap! – tacitly accepting a collectivist gun grabber view of the 2nd Amendment to oppose the Defend the Guard Act. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: March 22, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives Defend the Guard: A Powerful Check on Unconsti…

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Constitution 101: Necessary and Proper Clause 37:49

29d ago37:49

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One of the most abused and misused clauses of the Constitution – and also one of the most ambiguous, even at the time of the founding – the so-called “sweeping clause.” Path to Liberty: March 20, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives Text of the Clause N…

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Stall and Spin Maneuvers Lead to Fatal Cessna 172 Crash - Episode 213 25:59

30d ago25:59

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An experienced flight instructor and student were killed when stall and spin practice in a Cessna 172 went horribly wrong. Flight data recorded by the aircraft and other evidence shows that the aircraft entered a very steep spiral turn nearly 6,000 above the ground and did not recover. “They set themselves up for the right conditions. This accident…

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Hidden Gems: James Madison’s Top-12 Quotes on the Constitution 14:35

1M ago14:35

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Born March 16, 1751 – the “father of the Constitution” had plenty to say about the system he was so influential in creating – and how to enforce it when the government gets out of line. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: March 15, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN …

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Two New Aviation Safety Incidents Involving Boeing Planes - Episode 212 31:54

1M ago31:54

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More than 50 people were injured on March 11 when a Boeing 787 flying from Australia to New Zealand experienced a precipitous drop. John Goglia shares inside information that indicates one of the pilot seats was accidentally moved forward, jamming the pilot up against the control column and causing the sudden drop. Special guest Miles O'Brien joins…

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Gold, Guns, CBDC and Prohibition: Nullification Movement News 37:50

1M ago37:50

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Racking up more wins for the constitution and liberty – the latest news from the 10th Amendment and nullification movement in the states. Path to Liberty: March 13, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives James Otis Jr (11 Jan 1762) Alexander Hamilton – Fe…

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eVTOL Safety – Episode 211 32:06

1M ago32:06

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Todd Curtis, Greg Feith, and John Goglia discuss the crash of a Joby JAS4 eVTOL aircraft to highlight safety concerns and regulatory challenges. Propulsion units used in eVTOLs pose significant safety risks. The eVTOL in this crash was being remotely flown during a test flight. The aircraft is powered by six electric motors and is designed to take …

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Undefined Power: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 4-5 35:37

1M ago35:37

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Federal Farmer warned that liberty under the constitution would depend primarily on the worst of all possible checks, “the prudence, wisdom and moderation of those who manage the affairs of government.” Path to Liberty: March 11, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC …

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A Real State of the Union: George Washington’s First Annual Address 17:34

1M ago17:34

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January 8, 1790: George Washington delivered the first message to Congress on the state of the Union. No pomp, no long partisan clapping. and the shortest ever recited by a president. The speech – especially in comparison to what we get today – shows just how far modern presidents have strayed from the Constitution. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edi…

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Top-5 Reasons for the Monster State 35:26

1M ago35:26

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Understanding how things got so bad is the first step on the road to recovery, the path to liberty. Path to Liberty: March 6, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives 5. NECESSARY James Madison – Report of 1800 (7 Jan 1800) James Madison on the Bank Bill (2…

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Challenger 604 Roadway Emergency Landing Mistakes – Episode 210 20:02

1M ago20:02

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Todd Curtis and John Goglia discuss the February 9, 2024 crash of a Challenger 604 jet on I75 in Florida. The plane landed on the road, but then crashed into a wall, killing the pilot and copilot. John and Todd discuss why a better outcome was possible. The jet, which had three crew members and two passengers, was nearing the end of a flight from C…

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“Freedom is the Prize” – Joseph Warren’s Boston Massacre Day Oration v2 38:17

2M ago38:17

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“Act worthy of yourselves.” In the face of a standing army occupier – and direct threats to his own life, the great Revolutionary war hero Dr. Joseph Warren urged the people to stand firm for liberty in the face of the mighty British Empire, “until tyranny is trodden under foot.” Path to Liberty: March 4, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean |…

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More Wins: Nullification Movement News 20:24

2M ago20:24

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Big steps forward – with bills passing on sound money, privacy, the right to keep and bear arms, CBDCs and more. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: March 1, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives SOUND MONEY Utah Gold Reserves Arizona Bullion Depositor…

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“Mrs President,” Abigail Adams 29:10

2M ago29:10

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Abigail Adams was a fierce advocate for independence, warned that power always grows, repeatedly pushed for the advancement of women, was an early opponent of slavery, a strong supporter of education – and an arms manufacturer too. Path to Liberty: February 28, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Plat…

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Pilots in Helicopter Crash Repeat Errors in Kobe Bryant Crash - Episode 209 38:49

2M ago38:49

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The helicopter crash that killed the CEO of a major Nigerian bank and his family appears to be the result of similar pilot errors that caused the Kobe Bryant crash and other high-profile accidents. Greg Feith and John Goglia cite several recent accidents that show that poor decisions among pilots who fly for Part 135 operators may be the common con…

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Uncontrolled Despotism: Mercy Otis Warren on the Constitution 45:06

2M ago45:06

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In her widely-read and influential anti-federalist essay, Mercy Otis Warren warned that the Constitution would abandon the principles of the American Revolution and facilitate consolidation of the states under a powerful national government. In other words, it would lead to unlimited centralized power – similar to the system the colonists had fough…

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CNN Propaganda: Utah Constitutional Sovereignty Act 21:24

2M ago21:24

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On the recently-passed Utah “Constitutional Sovereignty Act,” the fear-mongering, lies and disinformation are bad – even for CNN standards. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: February 23, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives Signed as Law: Utah Creat…

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Tyranny 101: How the Federal Reserve Powers the Monster State 31:09

2M ago31:09

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The central bank is the engine that powers the largest government in history. And things won’t change until people are “generally and radically instructed” as to the cause and consequences. Path to Liberty: February 21, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archi…

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Declaring an In-Flight Emergency Can Save Your Life – Episode 208 32:42

2M ago32:42

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Most general aviation pilots hesitate to declare an inflight emergency fearing negative consequences. Greg Feith, John Goglia and Todd Curtis use a Beechcraft Bonanza plane crash to illustrate how declaring an emergency can be the safest move. The fatal Beechcraft Bonanza accident in the spotlight of this episode is featured in the book, "Single-Pi…

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The Perils of Centralization: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 2-3 37:46

2M ago37:46

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The Federal Farmer lays out a laundry list of reasons why the system under the constitution “will have a strong tendency to aristocracy, or the government of the few.” Predicting it would ultimately result in a consolidated government ruling by “fear and force.” Path to Liberty: February 19, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stit…

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Asset Forfeiture is Theft: Another Supreme Court Fail 33:24

2M ago33:24

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Many people believe the Supreme Court “ended asset forfeiture” with its 2019 opinion in Timbs v. Indiana. That’s not only false, but by trying to expand federal power to stop asset forfeiture in the states, they might have made things even worse in the long run. Path to Liberty: February 14, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stit…

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Conspiracy Theories Surrounding Jenni Rivera Plane Crash– Episode 207 25:18

2M ago25:18

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Singer Jenni Rivera’s tragic plane crash was a tragic accident and not the result of a conspiracy. This special episode of the Flight Safety Detectives features the January 24 interview Todd Curtis gave on the KIQI radio show “Hecho en California,” about the 2012 crash that killed Jenni Rivera. Todd shares with hosts Isabel and Marcos Gutierrez the…

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Constitution 101: Enforcement Mechanism 36:28

2M ago36:28

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Yes, there actually is an enforcement mechanism to keep the federal government within the bounds of the constitution. But it has nothing to do with trying to convince the feds to limit their own power. Path to Liberty: February 12, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TA…

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Beware of Tyrants: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 1 21:29

2M ago21:29

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In the first of his 18 anti-federalist letters, the Federal Farmer warned against adopting a new system hastily out of fear, which has always “been the custom of tyrants and their dependents.” Instead, he urged caution – and a deeper look at what might lead to total consolidation and a destruction of liberty. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: F…

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Ramping Up: Nullification Movement News 33:33

2M ago33:33

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The latest from the 10th Amendment Movement: Second Amendment Preservation Act, Defend the Guard, Rejecting CBDC, Financial privacy – and more. Path to Liberty: February 7, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives Roger Sherman (7 Dec 1787) Alexander Hamilt…

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Plane Crash Caused by Pilot's Poor Decisions and Lack of Aircraft Understanding – Episode 206 35:01

2M ago35:01

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The pilot of a Beech Bonanza F33A made an off-field landing when the engine lost power shortly after takeoff. John Goglia, Greg Feith and Todd Curtis dig into the information gathered by the NTSB and find this crash was caused by poor decisions made by the pilot. Greg, Todd, and John analyze the information from the Public Docket of the crash inves…

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The Revolution vs Unlimited, Centralized Power 38:00

2M ago38:00

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Taxation without representation, standing armies, suspending legislatures, and so much more – these were all symptoms of a much greater, underlying issue – the British claim of power over the colonies “in all cases whatsoever.” Path to Liberty: February 5, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms…

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War Powers and George Washington 41:00

3M ago41:00

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Supporters of unilateral executive war powers want you to believe that kind of power is ok – because George Washington engaged in war without getting authorization from congress. They’re either ignorant, or lying – or both. Path to Liberty: February 2, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Her…

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The Big “Invasion” they Want you to Ignore 33:36

3M ago33:36

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While most people think of the word “invasion” in one context only, the Founders also used it in a way that’s almost completely ignored today. Path to Liberty: January 31, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives James Madison – Virginia Ratifying Conventio…

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Bad Decisions Take Airplanes Out of the Sky – Episode 205 35:34

3M ago35:34

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The events that led up to the crash of a MD82 in Detroit are used to illustrate the critical role of operational discipline. Greg, Todd and John give insight into the issues that led to Northwest Airlines Flight 255 crashing and disintegrating. This is just one example of bad decisions taking an airplane out of the sky. This aviation disaster kille…

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Constitution 101: The Supremacy Clause 25:38

3M ago25:38

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One of the most twisted and abused clauses of the Constitution – most people get it almost totally backwards. Path to Liberty: January 29, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives Cornell Law – Supremacy Clause Constitution – Full Text Maharrey – Understand…

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Immigration: James Madison’s View 15:16

3M ago15:16

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The “Father of the Constitution” had a view on delegated and reserved powers over immigration that’s far different than almost everyone today. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: January 26, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Google | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS | More Platforms Here SHOW LINKS: JOIN TAC Show Archives A Bill Declaring Who Sh…

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Federal Courts: Warnings from Mason and Jefferson 32:56

3M ago32:56

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One of George Mason’s leading objections to ratification was the structure of the federal judiciary. Thomas Jefferson signaled that he liked it at first, but in the years to follow, considered it the leading engine of consolidation, and the destruction of the constitution. Path to Liberty: January 24, 2024 Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Podbean | Goo…

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Accident or Conspiracy? Singer Jenni Rivera Lear 25 Accident Examined – Episode 204 33:56

3M ago33:56

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Jenni Rivera was a huge celebrity at the time of her death. Was the plane crash that killed her an accident or do the conspiracy theories point to the real cause? In a continuation of the examination of this aviation incident that started in Episode 203, Greg Feith joins John Goglia and Todd Curtis to discuss why the conspiracy theories related to …

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