Podcast appearances and mentions of David Horton

Send us a textIn this episode, we focus on the first hundred days of the second Trump administration.  What do we learn? We learn that Trump, in that time, has saved the lives of 75% of the American population. We learn that every single pollster and news organization is engaged in a massive conspiracy to have us believe that he and his policies are not popular. We learn that Harlem had massive protests against Harvard University that apparently nobody even knew about. We learned that Trump "did very well with black voters", which means that 16% is now defined as "very well".  And we now have a new word in our vocabulary that, thanks to Trump, we now know what it means: "Grocery". What a hundred days it has been.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textQuite a week for Trump. He finally left the country to attend the funeral for the Pope and his mere presence and lack of decorum was the talk of the event. So far, even Fox News, who you'll recall damn near declared the end of our Republic when Obama wore a tan suit, and blasted the leader of the free world Volodymyr Zelensky for not wearing a jacket and tie in the Oval Office, said nothing about the blue suit and tie. Speaking of the media...in what should have been the top story of the month, if not week, was a one news cycle thing. The 60 Minutes Executive Producer Bill Owens has resigned under corporate pressure. The reasons should make our blood boil. But will anything beyond the price of groceries make our blood boil these days?Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textOnce again, another week in the books and more evidence that we are dealing with something in this country that we've never faced before. Legal residents are being snatched off of our streets and 'disappeared'. And if that alone isn't enough to cause extreme outrage, Federal Courts and even a unanimous Supreme Court rulings that the Trump administration must get them back are ignored. This is the point that we've never crossed in our history. People are outraged. Hundreds of thousands are demonstrating in cities and towns in every state and in countries across the globe. That is the good news. But it's also the bad news, as no doubt that these demonstrations will be the impetus for Trump to declare a national emergency and suspend elections. Lest you think that this is hyperbole, did you ever imagine that we'd be where we already are? How long until the inevitable violence occurs? Who could have seen all of this coming? Well, it turns out that Bernie Sanders was among those who saw it coming. We share.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Today, Michael speaks with Dr. David Horton. David is a retired oncologist whose beloved wife and soulmate of 32 years, DeeDee, passed away from an inoperable brain tumor, plunging him into a profound grief that reshaped his outlook on life. At the time of DeeDee's passing, she was finalizing edits on her inspired novel, Layer Upon Layer. David decided to finish and publish her book, experiencing insights that transformed his understanding of life, grief, and resilience while championing DeeDee's legacy and message of women's empowerment.  During Michael and David's conversation, they discuss:  -David's emotional journey after DeeDee's passing and the spiritual insights he gained, particularly through observing her grace in dying -How gratitude, community, and unexpected support helped David survive and evolve through prolonged grief -How David still feels DeeDee, and the continued presence of departed loved ones, spiritual energy, and the eternality of the soul -The process of finishing and publishing DeeDee's novel, Layer Upon Layer, while preserving her vision and voice -Layer Upon Layer's themes around persistent cultural gender roles, social expectations, and mentorship, loosely based on DeeDee's life and the lessons and insights she gleaned from her experiences -How awareness and empathy can heal gender-based disconnects and support relational evolution -Examples of subconscious social cues and how greater awareness can bridge misunderstandings in relationships -Embracing conscious dialogue and inner change for collective healing, and more. Finally, Michael leads a guided meditation focused on waking up from the intoxicating sleep of separation from the Infinite.  Learn more about David and DeeDee's story and get Layer Upon Layer at https://www.layeruponlayer.com/ and on social media. Remember to Subscribe or Follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! Connect with Michael at his website – https://michaelbeckwith.com/ – and receive his guided meditation, “Raise Your Vibration and Be Untouchable” when you sign up to receive occasional updates from Michael!  You can also connect with him at https://agapelive.com/. Facebook: @Michael.B.Beckwith https://www.facebook.com/Michael.B.Beckwith  IG: @michaelbbeckwith https://www.instagram.com/michaelbbeckwith/  TikTok: @officialmichaelbeckwith   https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmichaelbeckwith  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqMWuqEKXLY4m60gNDsw61w  And as always, deep gratitude to the sponsors of the Take Back Your Mind with Michael B. Beckwith podcast: -Agape International Spiritual Center: https://agapelive.com/ and -NutriRise, the makers of Michael's AdaptoZen products: -Superfood Greens: https://nutririse.com/products/greens-superfood  -Superfood Reds: https://nutririse.com/products/adaptozen-superfood-reds    -ELEVATE+: Organic Fermented Mushrooms: https://nutririse.com/products/elevate-fermented-mushrooms-powder 

Send us a textJust when you think it can't get more embarrassing or dangerous, Trump and MAGA say, "hold my beer". War planning in a group text chat, military threats to Greenland and Denmark, the Commander in Chief having no idea that 4 of our service members are missing in Lithuania. We are facing incompetence at Monty Python levels in this country.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Guest host David Horton interviews Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, about his life as a diplomat. Jefferson served for five years as the American minister to the court of Louis XVI just before the French Revolution. Then, he served three years as America's first Secretary of State — trying to keep the United States from being drawn into the chaos of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic wars. As president, Jefferson “solved” the problem of the Mississippi River by buying the Louisiana Territory from Napoleon in 1803, which doubled the size of the United States. Jefferson then sent his protégé Meriwether Lewis to inventory that vast territory. Jefferson was an admirer of Adam Smith. He believed that the less governments intruded into the free flow of goods and services in the world, the more efficient economies would be, and more prosperity would result. In the third segment of the program, Clay and David talked carefully about the trade, tariff, and foreign policy situation that has unfolded in the first months of the second Trump term. This interview was recorded on March 12, 2025.

Send us a textNot so long ago, the attitude was that "it can't happen here". This is the United States of America! The beacon for Democracies world wide! The greatest nation ever conceived! American exceptionalism! Well, in two short months, we now know that indeed it CAN happen here...it HAS happened here. Now, there are signs that perhaps a sleeping giant of sorts has been awakened due to the assault on our institutions and people are waking up. It would be wise for those who consider themselves our "Rulers" to take note that the historical reaction to despotic authoritarian rule and the often violent end that many of those historical "Rulers" met can also "happen here". Across the nation and world, reactions are growing louder and more pointed. We share some of the sounds of this reaction on this edition of Minyard & Minyard do the resistance. It's time that we all DO SOMETHING!Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

In this heartfelt episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Ron welcomes Dr. David Horton, a retired oncologist turned editor, who shares his journey of love, loss, and purpose. Dr. David reflects on his distinguished medical career in radiation oncology and his deep personal connection with his late wife, Deedee, an accomplished athlete, coach, and writer. He opens up about their 30-year marriage, the impact of her passing, and his decision to honor her legacy by completing her book, Layer Upon Layer.Dr. David discusses the profound lessons he learned from Deedee, particularly about the experiences of women in sports and society. He highlights the importance of mentorship, resilience, and embracing one's true passions despite societal biases. His insights provide inspiration for men and women alike, offering a deeper understanding of personal growth, perseverance, and the power of storytelling.As the conversation unfolds, Dr. David and Dr. Ron share their experiences of grief and resilience, emphasizing the importance of social connections, purpose, and honoring loved ones through meaningful work. The episode serves as a touching tribute to Deedee's life and a powerful reminder that even in the face of loss, we can continue to grow, contribute, and inspire others.More info on Dr. Davidhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ddhorton/https://www.instagram.com/layeruponlayerbook/https://www.layeruponlayer.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textHave you noticed that each week seems like months? Hard to imagine that it's not yet been even two months that our government was handed over to a wannabe (stupid) dictator who has nothing but retribution on his agenda, and his happy band of oligarchs who are playing him like the idiot that he is. We share some of the week's highlights in this edition of Minyard & Minyard do the Resistance.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton.

Send us a textHard to believe that we're only something like six weeks into our new reality. The whole world is coming to the accurate realization that they cannon, and should not, depend on America. We are not a trustworthy people or nation. The whole concept of "American Exceptionalism" -- if it ever actually was a thing -- is now a punchline.  We discuss.  And Robert De Niro has some thoughts to close us out.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Our special guest is David Horton, Professor of Law at the University of California, Davis, who has written a creative and thought-provoking article analyzing how courts should interpret certain key provisions that are frequently used in consumer arbitration agreements. The article may be accessed online at SSRN and will be published in the Washington University Law Review later this year.  Prof. Horton first contends that courts have misinterpreted the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) as requiring arbitration clauses to be construed broadly, which in many cases forces consumers to arbitrate disputes they never agreed to because the dispute is not causally related to the consumer's original transaction with the company. Instead, he argues, courts should be guided by the literal text of the FAA, which limits the statute's application to disputes that “arise out of” the contract containing the clause. Such an approach would narrow the scope of the arbitration clause to disputes that were contemplated by both parties at the time of contracting. Second, Prof. Horton addresses the issue of third parties who are not signatories to the consumer arbitration agreement but are nevertheless defined as “parties” in the agreement. According to Prof. Horton, such “artificial privity” unduly broadens the scope of the arbitration clause because many courts automatically permit the third parties to enforce the agreement without satisfying more rigorous state law requirements for establishing third-party beneficiary status. Third, Prof. Horton argues that arbitrability questions concerning whether a dispute “arises under” the contract and whether a third party properly has enforcement rights should be decided by a court even if the arbitration clause purports to delegate such issues to the arbitrator. Mark Levin, Senior Counsel in the Consumer Financial Services Group, who helped pioneer the use of arbitration agreements and class action waivers in bank, credit card and other consumer contracts, provides the industry response to each of the arguments asserted by Prof. Horton. Alan Kaplinsky, Senior Counsel and former chair for 25 years of the Consumer Financial Services Group, hosts the discussion.

Send us a textAfter witnessing the obscene way in which the Trump team treated the President of our ally Ukraine on Friday, it is clear that Trump and his cronies are working for someone other than the American people and the principles of democracy. Not only has the world reacted in outrage and horror, it is the American people, our economy and standing in the world that will ultimately suffer. As his support erodes - not only around the world - but here at home, look for a repeat of history -- our Reichstag fire event that will be meant to rally the people to the authoritarian's cause and result in a premise to declare Martial Law and who knows...suspend elections? It may come in the form of a well timed explosion that can be blamed on "our enemies". It may be an assassination of some un-needed red state elected officials who would be seen as "dying for the cause". And look for the 2026 elections to be under stress like we have never seen. We are at a tipping point in this country, make no mistake. It is up to us to do something about this.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Our guest today notes that "retirement is a little bit like life. It's likely to be different than you think it's going to be." David Horton, MD shares the story of his life wife Dee Dee, and carrying on her mission and legacy. He discusses her book, Layer Upon Layer, which he helped complete. David Horton joins us from Washington State. _____________________ Bio David Horton, a retired oncologist turned book editor, spent his career driven by a deep passion for science and genuine connection with his patients. After completing his residency, he moved to the Pacific Northwest, where he met his wife, DeeDee. Known for his patient-centered approach grounded in respect, empathy, and the art of deep listening, David founded RadiantCare Oncology, building a practice that aligned with his values as both a doctor and a person. David and DeeDee shared 32 years of love, self-growth, and adventure, creating a steadfast partnership. Now retired, David is dedicated to honoring DeeDee's mission by publishing her book, Layer Upon Layer, to continue her message and legacy _______________________ For More on David Horton, MD Layer Upon Layer book Website ____________________ Best Books on Retirement ____________________ Podcast Episodes You May Like The Well-Lived Life – Dr. Gladys McGarey Ride or Die – Jarie Bolander On My Way Back to You – Sarah Cart _____________________ About The Retirement Wisdom Podcast There are many podcasts on retirement, often hosted by financial advisors with their own financial motives, that cover the money side of the street. This podcast is different. You'll get smarter about the investment decisions you'll make about the most important asset you'll have in retirement: your time. About Retirement Wisdom I help people who are retiring, but aren't quite done yet, discover what's next and build their custom version of their next life. A meaningful retirement doesn't just happen by accident. Schedule a call today to discuss how The Designing Your Life process created by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans can help you make your life in retirement a great one – on your own terms. About Your Podcast Host  Joe Casey is an executive coach who also helps people design their next life after their primary career and create their version of The Multipurpose Retirement.™ He created his own next chapter after a twenty-six-year career at Merrill Lynch, where he was Senior Vice President and Head of HR for Global Markets & Investment Banking. Today, in addition to his work with clients, Joe hosts The Retirement Wisdom Podcast, which thanks to his guests and loyal listeners, ranks in the top 1 % globally in popularity by Listen Notes, with over 1.5 million downloads. Business Insider has recognized Joe as one of 23 innovative coaches who are making a difference. He's the author of Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy. Connect on LinkedIn _____________________ Wise Quotes Redefining Yourself in Retirement "Retirement is a little bit like life. It's likely to be different than you think it's going to be. I think of retirement as quitting the structured daily routine of your week. Mainly, we're keeping that because we need work to provide us with financial stability. The beauty of retirement is the opportunity to redefine yourself, realizing you've grown so much since you chose a career and started things. And so the first thing is you have to pay attention to the financial aspect early on, if you want the freedom to redefine yourself earlier while you have better health and you have more flexibility to integrate into the world and how it's changed. And I think that's so essential now because technology and things has taken over so much. The earlier you get on that, the more significant you can redefine yourself with retirement." On Layer Upon Layer by Dee Dee Horton "A lot of the things described in Layer Upon La...

Send us a textFun and games are over. Because the Westport development residents in Oxnard California have had enough and are not going to take it any longer! The birth of Resistance Westport has taken flight and is welcoming all like-minded members of the resistance to MAGA to join them in fighting back against the gangster government that is trying to take control of the nation. We discuss. Check them out at Resistance Westport on Facebook and GET INVOLVED!Also, the real reason that not a single Republican is willing to stand up to the Gangster and his henchman Elon Musk: they're afraid of being murdered.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textWe can stop pretending now. A fascist oligarchy is running the country. If events in recent days haven't convinced you that Trump isn't simply a figurehead, and that Musk isn't his Rasputin, then Michael Steele would like to have a word with you. This, therefore is the Elon Musk edition of the podcast.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textIn recognition of Ken's Birthday today, we've prepared a BLOCKBUSTER of an edition! Well, we think so anyway.As our government careens further into idiocy, and we further become a world-wide laughingstock, we provide proof as to why this is an accurate assessment of The United States in 2025. Perhaps the best example of this is illustrated in their own words by "Youknowwho", Tommy Tubberville and Patrick Mahomes this week. And we'll let you decide if the fictional President of the fictional nation of San Marcos in the 1971 Woody Allen film, "Bananas" was channeling a certain future real-life leader.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textIt's only been 6 days, but already it's clear that we are headed for some very tough times in this country. In that short amount of time, we've seen deportation raids on workplaces, homes, schools, churches. Congress is confirming some of the most inexperienced and dangerous people to head our Defense and Intelligence agencies. All out attack on transgendered citizens. The release of violent terrorists back into our communities. The co-President delivering Nazi salutes to followers, then trying to gaslight us by suggesting that it was "a Roman salute". Next up: inflation inducing tariffs. So we all have to choose. Are we simply going to allow ourselves to be victimized? Are we going to become an organized resistance movement? Or will we be conspirators? Really funny how history repeats itself, which is why it's so baffling as to why most people in this country are so uninterested, and thus ignorant, of history and it's implications.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textOK, so we have to find new ways of resisting what is about to happen to us as a nation. Overall, non-compliance whenever and wherever possible is how we're proceeding. But we have another way to proceed also. Simply don't use his name. We are from this day forward simply calling him "YouNoHoo". Everything this guy does is self-promoting, as putting his name on everything shows, so simply refuse to use his name. Easy enough. We discuss this, and lots more on the latest episode.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Clay and frequent guest David Horton talk about the coming Artificial Intelligence revolution. Like it or not, we are already wading (if not rushing) into that brave new world, and we all better come to terms with what's ahead of us. Horton's portfolio at Radford University includes questions of technology, appropriate technology, and the laws of unintended consequences. Horton briefly defines AI and Quantum Computing and suggests how these things are already transforming life. Clay's concerns are primarily about the future of privacy and intellectual property. The program begins with an examination of how Thomas Jefferson aggregated information for multiple purposes and how the third president might respond to the infinite rain of information in our time. Clay and David also discuss the implications of apps like Chat GPT for the future of education.

Guest host David Horton and Clay discuss New Year's resolutions. Never more important than at present. People across the political spectrum are nervous about the next years of American life. But what's to be done? Clay offers several ways of coping—taking up a craft that involves one's hands and not merely one's brain, reading with discipline and purpose, learning from Aristotle's dictum that wisdom is knowing which battles to fight and which to leave alone, and much more. Clay and David wind up quoting Reinhold Niebuhr's Serenity prayer in unison. Read the complete works of your favorite author. And when things really go south, watch Leslie Nielsen films: Naked Gun, Airplane, Naked Gun 2 ½.

Guest host David Horton of Radford University and Clay discuss the history of Christmas, especially its modern invention during the mid 19th century in England and the United States. Thomas Jefferson, a deist, did not celebrate Christmas, but as someone who grew up in the Anglican tradition, he did not shun it the way New England Puritans of the period did. Jefferson was likelier to observe Boxing Day than Christmas, which protestants regarded as another Saint's Day. Clay recites Waddie Mitchell's cowboy poem about Christmas. Clay and David exchange Christmas memories and their favorite recipes for Christmas cookies. At the end of the program, Clay reads his favorite Christmas story, a chapter from Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House on the Prairie.

Clay talks with guest host David Horton about America's obsession with conspiracy theories, from the notion that the moon landing in 1969 was faked on a Hollywood sound stage to the view that 9-11 was an inside job designed to secure more oil for the United States and justify a war against Islam. What is the psychology of this strange phenomenon? Do the perpetrators believe their assertions, or are they merely seeking fame and profit? What should we make of obviously false claims, such as Marjorie Taylor Greene's insistence that Jewish lasers touched off the forest fires in California or Alex Jones' appalling claim that the Sandy Hook school shooting was an inside job perpetrated to lock up America's guns? Because Clay recently spent a couple of days in Dallas, Texas, exploring the landscape of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, a considerable portion of the program explores the conspiracy theories around that horrific event. Are Americans more susceptible to conspiracy theories than other people around the world? If so, what does this signify?

Send us a textAs we collect ourselves in the new reality of just where we are now that the people have spoken, we realize that we need a break. In this episode, we share our thoughts on the election, and the need for some time to detox.  The podcast will return in 2025.  See you next year!We will stay engaged on our Facebook groups and hope to see you there.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Guest host David Horton welcomes the Third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson, to the program to talk about what the Founding Fathers had in mind when they designed the system of American elections. Why did the Founders give two senators to each state? How was the controversy between big and little states resolved, and how has it influenced American history? What was the original purpose of the Electoral College, and to what extent should it mirror the popular vote? How did the odious 3/5 clause impact early American elections, including Jefferson's election in 1800? Why did Jefferson argue for tearing up the Constitution once per generation, perhaps every 19 years? How important was slavery to the debates in Philadelphia in 1787? Were the Founders really opposed to democracy?

Send us a textWe share the highlights, or lowlights, of the final week of the election cycle. By now, we all know the stakes and what to do.  See you all on the other side...minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textThe campaigns are bringing out their big guns in the last days of the campaign. Harris has billionaires Beyonce, Springsteen and Mark Cuban as well as Barack and Michelle Obama to bring it home. Meanwhile, Trump is handing out French Fries from a drive thru window, and standing up audiences in Michigan while he tries to reach young men by chatting with Joe Rogan. He has Tucker Carlson opening for him by delivering a very creepy monologue. And yet, they tell us that it's a toss-up election. minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textHard to tell who had the worst week between Trump, Ted Cruz and Bret Baier.  Steve Schmidt summarizes pretty well just what Kamala Harris did to Baier, while Colin Allred treated Ted Cruz like a piñata.  But the award has to go to Trump, who got humiliated at an event in Chicago, and decimated at an Hispanic Town Hall in Miami and finished the week by failing to resist the urge to discuss Arnold Palmer's penis.  USA!  USA!Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

In this episode AJW Cracks a Brew with ultrarunning legend David Horton.  In their wide ranging conversation they discuss David's intense training regimen in his yourh, his experiences at some of the most iconic events in the sport, and his work in recent years as a race director.   Check out David's website.

Disney recently backtracked on its attempts to force arbitration on a widower who who filed a wrongful death lawsuit but, it said, had agreed to not take the company to court when he signed up for a free trial of its streaming service. This about-face, which followed a wave of bad publicity for Disney, may be the exception, not the rule, according to a law professor who specializes in arbitration. David Horton calls these agreements "infinite arbitration" clauses because they force consumers to arbitrate all claims against a company—even claims that have no connection to the original agreement. And the University of California, Davis, professor says infinite arbitration claims are everywhere now, especially tucked into the online terms-of-service agreements that consumers rarely, actually read. On this episode of our podcast, On The Merits, Horton talks about how the Supreme Court opened the door for these types of broad arbitration clauses, and why he thinks the issue could be heading back there in the future. Do you have feedback on this episode of On The Merits? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Send us a textHow much crazier and more dangerous can Trump and his MAGA acolytes rhetoric get? This past week shows that Trump is nervous...very nervous and willing to put lives in danger with his lies. Buckle in, because the next three weeks is going to be rough. We've already voted. Have you?  Also, M & M's first ever movie review! minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textAs the polls continue to track for Harris/Walz, and the prospect of incarceration comes more closely into focus, Trump grows more and more desperate and delusional.  One month from now, we'll have a clearer picture of our fate as a nation.  Make your plans to vote.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textIn just over a month, the most important national election in our nation's history will take place. Our choice is between an insane, authoritarian wannabe who is literally losing his mind more by the day, and a truly historic and competent candidate. For some reason, polls tell us that the race is close. We'll have to deal with that later, but one thing is clear, it's not too early to make your voting plans. Don't wait for the last minute where natural disasters or other factors might impede your ability to cast your vote. End this nightmare. But first, listen to some of the insanity from this past week.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textThere was so much idiocy on display this past week, that we decided to devote the entire show to the sounds of that idiocy. As usual, virtually all of it leads back to Trump. Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a textKen has cheated the Grim Reaper once again and is back in the saddle. So...what'd we miss the past 5 weeks?minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Will Rogers famous quote "I am not a member of any organized political party.  I am a Democrat" may finally have become obsolete. In a short 3 weeks, the Democrats, and more specifically the Harris campaign, has made all the right moves and have come from behind like a sprinter running down her opponents in the last 100 meters of a long race. As their convention approaches, how much better can it get for them, and concurrently, how much worse for Trump? Things are good.minyard.minyard podcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

After the NABJ convention debacle, a veteran GOP political pundit said “He did crap the bed. … The only question is whether he's going to roll around in it or get up and change the sheets.”  Well, he couldn't help himself during a Klan...er...MAGA rally in Atlanta, he did it again.  This time, he continually attacked the popular Governor Brian Kemp in his home state, prompting one unnamed Republican advisor to say "he just lost Georgia".  There is little debate that the man simply isn't well, as we discuss.  minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

One week ago, in an instant, everything changed.  It's now game on, and Trump is struggling to figure out how to deal with what is happening. minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

As the nation sorts through all of the conspiracy theories from the assassination  attempt on Trump, and survives the absolute clown show that was the GOP convention, we again ask the question of when (not if) Joe Biden will step aside for a younger Democrat who will defeat Trump and hopefully put an end to the MAGA nightmare.  Meanwhile, Ken makes the case that President Biden will someday merit inclusion onto Mount Rushmore...IF he steps aside now and allows someone else to finish the job.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

President Biden is so far ignoring the borderline panic and political crisis that is building among Democrats and freedom-loving people across the globe. He stubbornly resists the calls for him to step down from the campaign and pass the baton to a younger generation. He says that he'll only step aside if the "good Lord Himself" tells him to. Our question is: "How do we know that this isn't the good Lord doing just that"?  We have the speech already written that Biden should give next week.minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this captivating episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider interviews David Horton, CEO of Schweizer Helicopters, to explore the rich history and enduring legacy of this iconic helicopter brand.David walks us through Schweizer Helicopters' journey, beginning in the late 1950s as part of Hughes Tool Company, gaining prominence during the Vietnam War, and transitioning through ownership by Sikorsky to its current standing under Schweizer Aircraft Corporation. In 2018, David and his team acquired the company from Sikorsky. His passion for the Schweizer brand and dedication to filling the void left by previous ownership is evident throughout the discussion.David shares his extensive career in the helicopter industry, including pivotal roles at Bell Helicopter, Heli-Dyne Systems, and Schweizer Helicopters. He addresses the unique challenges of supporting the existing fleet and highlights the significance of the refurbishment program, which aims to restore grounded helicopters to operational status. Additionally, David touches on the available supplemental type certificates (STCs) for Schweizer aircraft, such as the crash-resistant fuel system, and the initiative to modernize the helicopters with advanced glass panel displays.Throughout the conversation, David emphasizes the passion and commitment of the Schweizer team in revitalizing the brand and supporting their customers. For an engaging discussion on the history, challenges, and future of Schweizer Helicopters, tune into this episode of The Helicopter Podcast!Thank you to our sponsors Vertical Aviation International, Precision Aviation Group and Sellacopter. 

Three things happened at the disaster of what was called a "debate" last Thursday. 1. Biden was terrible.  2. Trump unleashed an avalanche of bullshit "the likes of which we've never seen".3. CNN crashed and burned while Jake Tapper and Dana Bash ended their careers for all intents and purposes.What now?  We discuss.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton 

No way around it.  Last night was a fiasco. A disgusting and incompetent and lie-filled performance by Trump should have been destroyed by his debate opponent and the moderators.  Instead, we are now faced with the fact that Biden is not up to the task and must be replaced immediately.  CNN has also failed again in not addressing the avalanche of bullshit that Trump unleashed.  Strap in. It's gonna be a wild ride.Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts. Revisiting UnBreakable GU Give Away Sign up form HERE Follow MidPacker Pod on IG HERE You can now support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠. Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods. Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching Page HERE Want to leave Troy some feedback, recommend a guest, or make a suggestion? ⁠LINK HERE⁠ "Let's Monday Morning Quarterback Killian Jornet's 2010 Western States. That idiot." "Harmony and I's first date was watching Unbreakable." In the third and final installment of the MidPacker Pod Mini Series “Revisiting Unbreakable” hosts Troy Meadows and MVD, Matt Van Delsam sit down with Dylan Bowman Founder of Freetrail and Broadcast host of the WSER live stream that is a 3 time Western States top ten finisher whose career took off in the years after the release of Unbreakable. Dylan has an encyclopedic knowledge of the history of Ultrarunning in the earthly 2000's and brought a “College Gameday” vibe to the conversation that plays like 3 long time friends unpacking the movie on a weekly long run. In this episode, the hosts continue their discussion about the film 'Unbreakable' and the impact it had on the trail running community. They focus on the experiences and stories of the four main athletes featured in the film: Anton Krupicka, Geoff Roes, Hal Koerner, and Kilian Jornet. They discuss how these athletes influenced the sport and share their own personal interactions with them. They also analyze Killian Jornet's race at the 2010 Western States and the mistakes he made, such as not carrying water and taking too much time at aid stations. They focus on the early experiences and inspirations of the participants in the sport of trail running. It covers topics such as the first time they saw the movie 'Unbreakable', their introduction to Western States, the Montreal Ultra Cup team, and the influence of Scott Jurek. The conversation also touches on the legacy of David Horton, the impact of Jen Shelton, and the unique character of Ricky Gates. Unbreakable is a trail running film that had a significant impact on the sport. It captured a moment in time and showcased the legends of the sport, including Jeff Rose, Anton Krupicka, Hal Koerner, and Kilian Jornet. The film inspired a new generation of athletes and filmmakers, legitimizing the sport and paving the way for more emotional and documentary-style films. Unbreakable also played a role in the growth of trail running, with the 2021 Western States lottery having over 10,000 participants. The film remains a timeless piece of trail running history. Unbreakable on Youtube Unbreakable Digital Box Set - OVER 10 HOURS OF BONUS MATERIAL Dylan's Links: IG: @dylanbo @runfreetrail Things we talked about on the show: Anton Krupicka Blog Anton Substack Leadville 100 Indulgence: 1000 Miles Under the Colorado Sky Hard Rock 100 Geoff Rose Ultra Sign Up Hal Korner Ultra Sign Up Kilian Summits Of My Life Bandera 100k Western States Killing Machine P1 - Joe Uhan Western States Killing Machine P2 - Joe Uhan Leona Divide Scott Jurek  Gordy Ansley Topher Gaylord Scotty Mills SD 100 Dave Horton Little Nell Hotel Aspen Ricki Gates Lost Coast FKT Joe Grant The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young Where Dreams Go To Die - Gary Robbins at the Barkley Marathons - Ethan Newberry They Cross The Mountains If you are enjoying the content, please consider supporting our sponsors using the links below. Sponsor Links:  ⁠Run Trail Life⁠ Use code: midpackerpod to double the donation from your purchase.  Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's. ⁠Freetrail⁠  Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today. MidPacker Pod Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠ Troy Meadows Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Strava⁠ Freetrail Links:⁠ Freetrail Pro⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠YouTube

Gotta love Louisiana. Thanks to their Governor signing into law there a mandate for all schools, public and private, to post the Ten Commandments in classrooms, Trump has had to deal with the issue.  And Trump being Trump, went all in on the idea in front of the Faith and Freedom Conference.  Now, let's take a look at those Ten Commandments and just how Trump measures up.  Meanwhile, it's Debate Week! What could possibly go wrong?Minyard.minyardpodcast@gmail.comMusic by David Horton

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts. Revisiting UnBreakable GU Give Away Sign up form HERE Follow MidPacker Pod on IG HERE You can now support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠. Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods. Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching Page HERE Want to leave Troy some feedback, recommend a guest, or make a suggestion? ⁠LINK HERE ⁠In the first episode of "Revisiting Unbreakable," mini series host Troy Meadows introduces the series conceived by MVD, Matt Van Delsam, exploring the film "Unbreakable'' and its significant impact on the ultra running community. The episode features JB Benna, a filmmaker and adventurer who's work creating the film Unbreakable has notably influenced the sport. Troy shares his personal connection to Unbreakable,crediting it alongside the book Born to Run for fostering his love for ultra running. JB Benna discusses his background, combining a passion for art, entrepreneurship, and adventure, highlighting his early interest in filmmaking inspired by family trips and outdoor activities in the Reno-Lake Tahoe area. JB pursued film studies at USC, where he honed his technical skills and story structure knowledge. His early career included roles at Spyglass Entertainment and Warner Brothers, providing valuable experience in script development and video editing. A transformative hiking expedition on the Pacific Crest Trail introduced him to ultra running, leading to his first ultra marathon, the Ridgecrest 50k. This dual passion for adventure sports and filmmaking culminated in the creation of Journey Film. His first major project, "The Runner," documented David Horton's speed record attempt on the Pacific Crest Trail and found success within the ultra running community, supported by sponsors like Montrail. Subsequent projects, including filming Dean Karnass's "50 marathons in 50 states in 50 consecutive days" for The North Face, further established JB's reputation for authentically capturing the spirit of ultra running. We then dive into Unbreakable, how it came to life, the pitfalls and challenges of creating the film and the impact that it has had on the sport.  JB shared some rather amazing insights into how the film was made in a time where Go Pos with built in gimbals and 4k video on Iphones was non-existent.  We round out the convo talking about the decision and the impact of putting Unbreakable up on Youtube free of charge for the newest generation of trial and ultrarunner to experience.  JB's Links IG - @jbbenna       @journeyfilmWebsite - Journey Film Things we talked about in this episode Unbreakable on Youtube USC Film School PCT Jeff Cozack Journeyfilm Unbreakable Digital Box Set - OVER 10 HOURS OF BONUS MATERIAL The Runner - David Horton - PCT Speed Record  Krissy Moel Ultra Marathon Man - Book 50 Marathons in 50 States in 50 Days - Film Spirit of the Marathon Release - Screen Vision Hal Koerner Carly Koerner Kilian Jornet Anton Krupicka Tahoe Rim Trail 100 Western States Topher Gaylord If you are enjoying the content, please consider supporting our sponsors using the links below. Sponsor Links:  ⁠Run Trail Life⁠ Use code: midpackerpod to double the donation from your purchase.  Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's. ⁠Freetrail⁠  Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today. MidPacker Pod Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠ Troy Meadows Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Strava⁠ Freetrail Links:⁠ Freetrail Pro⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠YouTube

Guest host David Horton of Radford University and Clay Jenkinson discuss the origins and varieties of satire. With its roots in the ancient world and particularly Rome, satire exists in two broad categories: genial, bemused satire, identified with the Roman poet Horace; and biting, severe, take-no-prisoners satire best represented by another Roman poet Juvenal. The discussion explores satire in American history; Thomas Jefferson's humorlessness and his immunity to satire; classical American satirists such as Mark Twain and Will Rogers; and satire of the modern age with Johnny Carson, Bill Maher, Stephen Colbert, and Garrison Keillor. David and Clay reflect on the silo effect and media echo chambers of our time, which have made it nearly impossible for all to meet in some form of the public square to laugh at human foibles and find ways to tolerate each other. 

Hellbender 100 didn't go as planned. This episode goes into why. I also discuss my essay for my application for Badwater 135 (actual letter is below).  Here's my Post from Facebook after Hellbender: I've learned something over the 3 decades I've been running. When we line up for a race, no matter how much we've trained and prepared, the race and life in general owes us nothing. The reality is we owe running & life a tremendous amount for what it does for & to us! Running and many coaches, friends, family members, and mentors have transformed me to find my current mindset. A DNF does not diminish or define who I am or what I can accomplish. It makes me take a deeper dive into a. What happened? b. What can I do better? & c. How can I train smarter (not necessarily harder)? It also makes me reflect upon life, the choices I make, my priorities, and what I'm doing to make this world a little better. Running Is Life is a mantra. I live it, I breathe it, and I grasp to understand and apply it on a daily basis. Keep moving forward my friends!   Essay for Badwater 135: It's hard to create a story that's still in progress! It's also tough to tell a story that's pretty darn common. Sure, I've done and experienced some amazing things in my life, but to be honest, so have many others. So I had to ask myself, what separates me from everyone else? Let me go back to 2016, and humor me for a moment with a flashback. In said year, I was running Dr David Horton's now defunct Beast Series. I had completed 3 50k's by April and the remainder of my calendar for that year was as follows: June - Cayuga 50-miler & the Manitou's Revenge 50-miler July - Canadian Death Race 125k Oct. - Grindstone 100-miler Nov. - Mountain Massochist 50-miler Dec. - Hellgate 100k A Daunting & challenging schedule with the hope of winning both the Lynchburg Ultra Series & the Beast Series (which I did). But that's only part of the 2016 story. In the midst of all of this, I was in The Runner's World Magazine Cover Contest. A finalist no less. A panel of judges had selected 5 male & 5 female contestants for the honor of being the winner of this contest and having their picture on the front of the magazine. I know for some, print media is dead, but I grew up with this magazine and eagerly read every article. To be a finalist for this was a dream come true! So how did I get to that point? Everything about my running stems from love. With and through running, I can do so much more than just go for a run. I can take an individual sport, and at times selfish activity, and make it about others. I created races that raised money for nonprofit organizations, I donated & sponsored races that did the same. I became a coach and mentor to younger and older runners. The point being is I tried to share my love for running and life with others so that they might do the same. To give the idea that life is about others and the change we can make and impact we can have when we put others first and use our talents and abilities to make a difference. As the internet will show, I didn't win, but I experienced something that changed my life and way of thinking. I met some truly amazing friends that have much more amazing stories than my own. And that's what makes running so amazing. Each race we run has a limited number of runners. Those runners all have stories of how that got to that starting line. Badwater has shown this each year it's run.  Since the Runner's World Contest, my professional life has gone from Running Store owner and race director to a running coach and podcaster. It took me a number of years to find a name for my brand that felt suitable for who I am, what I do, and what I represent. It wasn't until I watched Ted Lasso and saw the joy the character Danny Rojas exhibited for life and fútbol that I understood and found a name that resonated with me… “Running is Life”! That simple phrase/name struck a cord so deep that it's hard to express how much it reflects my love for it and how it affects my thoughts, actions, and deeds. How such a simple few words can say everything. Running is Life! My story may not be the most compelling, but instead of remaining an individual, I've become part of the community. I serve that community with my experience. As I try to reach each finish line, I know that I will help countless others do the same by learning from my own experiences. All I need is the opportunities to continue to grow, to learn, and to evolve. I believe Badwater is one of those experiences that will do so! As I mentioned earlier, my story is incomplete. Will one of those blank chapters be filled with pages about the Badwater 135? Again, it's up to a committee to decide what's added to my story. In races, we don't deserve anything but the experience of what the day gives us. All we ask is for that opportunity to see what that day has in store for us. I know running Badwater is in part for my own sake, but I realize, and I hope I've conveyed, that it will impact many other lives in the process and aftermath as well. I sincerely appreciate your time & consideration! I hope to see you in 2025! Respectfully  Aaron Saft  Crew/Pacer for Dave Horner 10th Place 2008 Badwater 135   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! 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Guest host David Horton of Radford University discusses America's trees and forests with Third President Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson said, “No sprig of grass grows uninteresting to me.” He told his friend Margaret Bayard Smith that any unnecessary cutting down of a tree should be regarded as silvicide, the murder of a majestic living thing. Jefferson wanted future cities to be planned in a checkerboard pattern with every other square permanent parkland. One of his last requests, just months before his death, was that the University of Virginia plant an arboretum. Jefferson's protégé Meriwether Lewis was so startled by the treelessness of the Great Plains that he wondered if they could ever be settled. Later in the program, Clay and David talk about the origins of the Soil Conservation Service and FDR's idea of a single endless shelter belt down the hundredth meridian from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico.

Guest host David Horton of Virginia leads a discussion with Clay Jenkinson about the difference between Constitutional requirements and what are called presidential norms. George Washington, for example, did not shake hands with the American people. He held formal levees once a week. Jefferson regarded those as monarchical habits and he performed a series of acts of political theater to tone down the presidency during his two terms. Nothing in the Constitution requires the outgoing president to attend his successor's inauguration, but it is an established American norm, and when that norm and others are violated, it weakens the fabric of the American republic. David and Clay talk about the presidencies of the two Roosevelts, both of whom enjoyed expanding the powers of the presidency, and of course the disruptive events of the last ten years.

Clay Jenkinson and guest host David Horton discuss the history of executive orders. Even though they are not authorized by the U.S. Constitution, every president except William Henry Harrison has issued at least one. David and Clay review the most important executive orders in American history: the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863; the Japanese internment camps brought on by FDR in 1942. Truman integrated the U.S. military and JFK created the Peace Corps using executive orders. Clay argues that they should not be used by the president in lieu of letting Congress hammer out public policy, particularly when tax dollars are at stake. And now, in this disruptive age, each president rescinds some of the executive orders of his predecessor, and the process repeats itself at the next election.