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Send us Fan MailWe're back at it again, folks, and this time around, we're checking out a distillery that hasn't gotten enough love or time on this podcast. Peerless has made a name for itself in the bourbon world as a fighter and one of the biggest new kids on the block, but how does their new age-stated product highlight what they're doing behind the scenes? Plus, we've got a great Flying Blind for you, and we plenty of chatter about what we've been up to since you last heard from us. It's a great one! Enjoy it, folks. We love ya. Mean it.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastSubstack: https://mybourbonpod.substack.comPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show
Be honest if I asked you right now which job is most profitable, how much cash is tied up in unpaid invoices, or whether your revenue is up or down this month… could you answer instantly?In this episode, we expose a problem most contractors don't realize they have until it starts costing them real money: running a business without a real dashboard. If you're relying on memory, clicking through jobs, or waiting until month-end reports, you're not actually managing your business—you're reacting to it.We break down what the default setup in systems like JobTread actually shows you (and why it's not enough), and what a properly built dashboard should tell you every single morning in under two minutes. From job profitability and overdue invoices to revenue trends and active task risk, this episode shows you exactly what to surface so nothing slips through the cracks.You'll also hear how contractors quietly lose track of tens of thousands in unpaid invoices—and how the right visibility prevents it from happening in the first place.If you've ever felt like you're busy but not fully in control, this episode will hit home.Tune in now and learn how to finally see your business clearly before it costs you again.Support the show
Are you navigating your supply chain without a compass? In this episode, Julie Van De Kamp (Chief Marketing and Operations Officer at SONAR) sits down with Stephen Husk (Director of Data Services at e2open) to discuss how their powerful partnership is changing the game for logistics professionals. Freight market volatility can make it incredibly difficult to know if your transportation strategies are actually working. Stephen walks us through how e2open integrates SONAR's real-time market intelligence directly into its platform, giving shippers the exact context they need to evaluate their performance, manage carrier relationships, and secure the best rates. In this episode, we cover: The Power of Benchmarking: How to seamlessly compare your contracted rates against real-time spot market indices without leaving your TMS. Cost Avoidance vs. Cost Savings: Why paying a higher rate doesn't always mean you're losing—and how to prove your strategy is working, even in a tight capacity market. Carrier Compliance & Performance: How to identify underperforming carriers, hold them accountable for rejected tenders, and balance on-time delivery metrics against cost. Real-Time Data Integration: Why looking at post-mortem reporting isn't enough, and how up-to-the-minute market insights can save you from costly routing guide failures. Whether you're a logistics analyst, a supply chain leader, or just looking to stop relying on guesswork, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you leverage your data and take control of your freight spend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you navigating your supply chain without a compass? In this episode, Julie Van De Kamp (Chief Marketing and Operations Officer at SONAR) sits down with Stephen Husk (Director of Data Services at e2open) to discuss how their powerful partnership is changing the game for logistics professionals. Freight market volatility can make it incredibly difficult to know if your transportation strategies are actually working. Stephen walks us through how e2open integrates SONAR's real-time market intelligence directly into its platform, giving shippers the exact context they need to evaluate their performance, manage carrier relationships, and secure the best rates. In this episode, we cover: The Power of Benchmarking: How to seamlessly compare your contracted rates against real-time spot market indices without leaving your TMS. Cost Avoidance vs. Cost Savings: Why paying a higher rate doesn't always mean you're losing—and how to prove your strategy is working, even in a tight capacity market. Carrier Compliance & Performance: How to identify underperforming carriers, hold them accountable for rejected tenders, and balance on-time delivery metrics against cost. Real-Time Data Integration: Why looking at post-mortem reporting isn't enough, and how up-to-the-minute market insights can save you from costly routing guide failures. Whether you're a logistics analyst, a supply chain leader, or just looking to stop relying on guesswork, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you leverage your data and take control of your freight spend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailNonprofit financial management strategy is not just about reports, budgets, or compliance — it's about giving leaders the right information at the right time to protect mission decisions. Ryan Alexander, Founder of RA Partners and author of ‘Protect Your Mission', explains why many nonprofit financial challenges are structural, not simply the result of poor discipline.For nonprofit executives, board members, finance leaders, and department heads, this conversation offers a look at how finance can become a service function that helps the entire organization make stronger decisions. Ryan makes the case that nonprofits do not need more reports just for the sake of reporting. They need useful financial information, delivered in time to shape program decisions, staffing choices, growth plans, and cash flow strategy.As Ryan says, “The finance team needs to be providing the right information to the right people at the right time.” That shift changes the role of finance from a back-office function into a mission-protection system.The dialog also explores why budget transparency matters. When department leaders understand their budgets, they become better stewards of resources and stronger partners in organizational accountability. Ryan also explains the danger of confusing hoped-for revenue with committed revenue, especially when grants, donor commitments, and philanthropic funding can shift or delay.Viewers will learn why forward-looking cash flow planning, reserves, internal controls, and even standby lines of credit can help nonprofits avoid preventable financial stress. The conversation also addresses growth — and why expanding programs without the right finance staffing, systems, controls, and technology can place the organization at risk.Ryan also offers a grounded perspective on AI in nonprofit finance: “AI is not going to fix underlying issues that exist in terms of structural problems.” Instead, AI should be treated as an accelerant. It can speed up good workflows, but it can also make weak systems fail faster.For any nonprofit asking how to grow responsibly, manage cash more wisely, or build a finance function that truly supports the business of mission, this episode delivers guidance worth acting on. 00:00:00 Welcome to The Nonprofit Show 00:02:29 Why Nonprofit Financial Problems May Be Structural 00:04:14 Finance as a Service Function 00:05:26 The Right Reports at the Right Time 00:07:50 Why Budget Transparency Builds Better Decisions 00:09:45 Making Financial Information Easier to Use 00:13:20 Accuracy, Timing, and Decision-Ready Data 00:14:12 Cash Flow Planning and Committed Revenue 00:16:43 Reserves, Lines of Credit, and Risk Protection 00:19:40 Why Growth Can Strain Nonprofit Finance 00:23:22 AI as an Accelerant, Not a Fix 00:26:42 The Future of Nonprofit Finance Teams #TheNonprofitShow #NonprofitFinance #NonprofitManagementFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show
When is it time to bring in a CFO into your business? And, better yet, how do you find success in working with a CFO? Our guest today is Carla Titus, who gives us a CFO's perspective on your business.TODAY'S WIN-WIN:There are a lot of CFOs out there. Bring attention to those different CFOs to find the expertise that the CFO brings to their clients to find the right fit.LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: www.wealthworthwithin.com. a. Her Podcast: CEO Financial Planning Corner = Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ceo-financial-clarity-corner-podcast-money-strategy/id1818238749Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:ABOUT OUR GUEST:Carla Titus is a finance expert with over 15 years of combined corporate financial planning, analysis, strategy, and online businesses experience. She provides fractional CFO services and financial consulting to business owners looking to grow their business profitably. Her priorities for her clients are grow profits, have cash in the bank, and pay themselves well so they can build personal wealth.This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.
In this episode of the Industry Spotlight, joining host Sam D'Arc are Michael Naim, VP at Zurich North America, and Jeff Glanzmann, Dealer Principal at Glanzmann Subaru, to discuss why many dealers are "flying blind" by relying on quarterly PDFs for their most valuable profit centers. This conversation breaks down how to move from a reactive "set it and forget it" mentality to a data-driven operation that yields massive returns on premium. Michael and Jeff reveal why transparency in reinsurance is no longer optional and how real-time visibility can actually fix your used car reconditioning and CSI. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by Zurich North America. Zurich.Insurance - Zurich delivers The Zurich Advantage to dealerships nationwide by combining comprehensive F&I products, consultative training, revenue‑generating programs, and wealth‑building profit participation strategies. Grounded in our mission to provide clarity, confidence, and certainty, we help dealers protect what matters, strengthen performance, and build a legacy for the road ahead. Learn more @ here. Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: CDG Circles ➤ https://cdgcircles.com/ Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 03:00 Why Dealers Fly Blind On Reinsurance. 04:35 The Quarterly PDF Trap. 06:45 The 120-Day Claim Surprise. 08:30 Why Sloppy Recon Destroys Profits. 10:00 The CSI Boost Nobody Saw Coming. 12:00 The Spinal Surgery Test. 16:30 The 70% Return Dealers Miss. 20:30 Why Your CRM Won't Save You. 22:15 The Dashboard That Forces Honesty. 24:20 Why Keeping Managers Dark Was A Mistake. 33:55 The One Call Every Dealer Must Make. 35:15 The One Number That Matters. Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
I've been in this sector for over 20 years, and I keep seeing the same thing:Great fundraisers don't stay.And it's not because they don't care—it's because we're asking them to be the system.They're holding donor relationships, strategy, and next steps all in their heads… and when they leave, everything leaves with them.That's not a people problem. It's a systems problem.In this episode, I talk about why burnout keeps happening, the real cost of turnover, and why hiring “better” fundraisers won't fix it.Because the truth is:You don't rise to the level of your goals—you fall to the level of your systems.If this sounds familiar, I'm hosting a free webinar:Stop Flying Blind: Fix Your Leaky Fundraising SystemI'll walk you through a simple 6-part audit to help you find what's broken and fix it.Important Links:Stop Flying Blind: Fix Your Leaky Fundraising System: https://go.rheawong.com/donorjourneyauditwebinar-2026 My Big Ask Gifts Program: https://go.rheawong.com/big-ask-gifts-program My Book, Get That Money Honey: https://go.rheawong.com/get-that-money-honey My Newsletter: https://www.rheawong.com/
Send us Fan MailIt's that time of year again, folks! We've got one of the most exciting release lines in our glasses that we simply cannot wait to enjoy and talk about from our friends at Jack Daniel's! Their Aged Series continues to evolve with each batch, and this year's 10, 12, and 14 Year Old batches are no different. Which one will be our favorite, though? Plus, we've got a great Flying Blind, we're catching y'all up on what's being going on during the week, and we're bringing you the most important thing of all: friendship. Didn't see that one coming, did you? Nope. Ya didn't. Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastSubstack: https://mybourbonpod.substack.comPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show
Most warehouse operators have no idea what's actually happening on their floor right now. Not a rough estimate. No idea. The WMS says one thing. Ground truth is something else entirely. And the workers running the operation walk 12 to 15 miles a day on concrete trying to close that gap.In this episode, Blythe talks with Sankalp Arora, CEO and Co-Founder of Gather AI, live at Manifest 2026. Gather AI uses drones and cameras on forklifts to give warehouse operators real-time inventory visibility with no power drops, no new infrastructure, and a facility map completed in one to two weeks. Average customer payback: 4.5 months.In this episode:How drones and forklift cameras work together to turn a warehouse into real-time inventory intelligence -- no power drops ($15,000 each to install), no Wi-Fi constraintsWhy half of every warehouse's total cost is people and equipment traveling, and what that means for where automation investment actually pays offThe "Amazon Go store" analogy: what a fully instrumented warehouse looks like in practiceWhy the average warehouse worker walks 12 to 15 miles a day on concrete -- and why fixing that is as much a retention play as a productivity oneWhat the software stack looks like on a day-to-day basis and why workers end up living in Gather AI's dashboard instead of the legacy WMSThe 3-step buying framework for operators who've been burned by big capex automation projects beforeWhat Gather AI's $40M Series B is funding and what end-to-end warehouse orchestration looks like in practiceWatch this episode on YouTubeLinks and resources:• Gather AI website: gather.ai• Email Sankalp directly: sankalp@gather.ai• Gather AI on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/gather-space-ai• Everything is Logistics: everythingislogistics.com• Freight tech vendor research: cargorex.ioFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.
Larry Visoski, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime pilot, remains one of the most quietly scrutinized figures in the broader Epstein network. Having worked for Epstein from 1991 onward, Visoski logged countless flights for the financier, transporting powerful associates and, at times, underage passengers. Yet despite his proximity to Epstein's inner circle — including being gifted land on Epstein's Zorro Ranch property — Visoski has not faced criminal charges. During a 2009 deposition, he denied ever witnessing misconduct, maintaining that he “just flew the plane” and was unaware of any illegal activity. His testimony has long drawn skepticism from observers who question whether a man so close to Epstein's operations could have truly been unaware of what was happening around him.The lack of legal consequences for Visoski highlights the selective accountability surrounding Epstein's network. While Ghislaine Maxwell and several civil defendants have faced prosecution or lawsuits, others who played supporting logistical roles have largely avoided scrutiny. Visoski's case underscores the complexity of pursuing criminal liability for individuals who may have enabled Epstein's movements without direct evidence of participation in his crimes. It also raises a broader question: how far does responsibility extend for those who helped facilitate Epstein's lifestyle — even if only by staying silent?As we continue to make our way through the deposition of Larry Visoski, it's quite obvious that he know's a lot more than he let on. The question is, why was he allowed to get away with it?to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
Larry Visoski, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime pilot, remains one of the most quietly scrutinized figures in the broader Epstein network. Having worked for Epstein from 1991 onward, Visoski logged countless flights for the financier, transporting powerful associates and, at times, underage passengers. Yet despite his proximity to Epstein's inner circle — including being gifted land on Epstein's Zorro Ranch property — Visoski has not faced criminal charges. During a 2009 deposition, he denied ever witnessing misconduct, maintaining that he “just flew the plane” and was unaware of any illegal activity. His testimony has long drawn skepticism from observers who question whether a man so close to Epstein's operations could have truly been unaware of what was happening around him.The lack of legal consequences for Visoski highlights the selective accountability surrounding Epstein's network. While Ghislaine Maxwell and several civil defendants have faced prosecution or lawsuits, others who played supporting logistical roles have largely avoided scrutiny. Visoski's case underscores the complexity of pursuing criminal liability for individuals who may have enabled Epstein's movements without direct evidence of participation in his crimes. It also raises a broader question: how far does responsibility extend for those who helped facilitate Epstein's lifestyle — even if only by staying silent?As we continue to make our way through the deposition of Larry Visoski, it's quite obvious that he know's a lot more than he let on. The question is, why was he allowed to get away with it?to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Larry Visoski, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime pilot, remains one of the most quietly scrutinized figures in the broader Epstein network. Having worked for Epstein from 1991 onward, Visoski logged countless flights for the financier, transporting powerful associates and, at times, underage passengers. Yet despite his proximity to Epstein's inner circle — including being gifted land on Epstein's Zorro Ranch property — Visoski has not faced criminal charges. During a 2009 deposition, he denied ever witnessing misconduct, maintaining that he “just flew the plane” and was unaware of any illegal activity. His testimony has long drawn skepticism from observers who question whether a man so close to Epstein's operations could have truly been unaware of what was happening around him.The lack of legal consequences for Visoski highlights the selective accountability surrounding Epstein's network. While Ghislaine Maxwell and several civil defendants have faced prosecution or lawsuits, others who played supporting logistical roles have largely avoided scrutiny. Visoski's case underscores the complexity of pursuing criminal liability for individuals who may have enabled Epstein's movements without direct evidence of participation in his crimes. It also raises a broader question: how far does responsibility extend for those who helped facilitate Epstein's lifestyle — even if only by staying silent?As we continue to make our way through the deposition of Larry Visoski, it's quite obvious that he know's a lot more than he let on. The question is, why was he allowed to get away with it?to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Send a textI'm so pleased to welcome our new friend Bennett Rea to This is my Bourbon Podcast this week. Bennett's long-running show on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube has garnered millions of views and acclaim as he shares recipes and diets of renowned political leaders modern and historical, both in and out of the United States. I've set him up with a flight of bourbon that's going to bring him both enjoyment and postulation as he concocts cocktails and finds that his palate is perfectly crafted for this exact episode. Plus, Kyle and I have a great Flying Blind and a conversation about what's been going on in our lives recently, why independent bottlers don't label their whiskeys with the distilleries their bourbon came from, and we reveal something that you should've picked up on by now. Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastSubstack: https://mybourbonpod.substack.comPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show
"You can lose 90% of your kidney function and have zero symptoms." It’s a chilling statistic that Chris Forbes, CEO of Kidney Health Australia, wants every Australian to hear this World Kidney Day (Thursday, March 12, 2026). In this urgent health alert, we discuss why kidney disease is surging across the nation, leaving 2.5 million people "crashing" into kidney failure simply because they didn't know they were at risk. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday on 2GB Sydney and 4BC BrisbaneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send a textA lesser-known company out of Atlanta, Georgia is starting to make larger waves for themselves with their sourced bourbon and rye, and Short Barrel's Four Grain Bourbon is their newest offering. Coming from a blend of Green River and Wilderness Trail bourbons and coming in at 92 proof, this $40 bourbon is available (mostly) nationwide for you to check out after our review here, folks. Plus, we're trying something new for Flying Blind. It's a trip! Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastSubstack: https://mybourbonpod.substack.comPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show
The term "flying blind" comes from the early days of aviation, when pilots couldn't fly safely in fog, clouds, or darkness—they had to see the ground or risk crashing. In our text, we see the Sovereign King of the universe flying blind for us. Blindfolded, mocked, beaten, taunted, Jesus could have drawn on His divine power to see, know, and strike back. But He refused. He entrusted Himself to the Father's plan, laying down His life willingly. When you're flying blind in the fog of evil and injustice, take heart: the Sovereign King sees, reverses, and redeems. (Luke 22:63–71)
Send us a textAs another year is officially in the books, I'm taking one final look back before we say goodbye to 2025 forever. What are some of the best pours, some of the worst, and some of those right in between that just didn't quite make the cut? Were you able to predict what I had in my top 10? Were there bourbons (and/or ryes) that should've been here? And what the heck is this Flying Blind I've got lined up for this week's episode? All that and more on Ep. 414 of This is my Bourbon Podcast. Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastSubstack: https://mybourbonpod.substack.comPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show
Are you just executing tickets, or are you driving business impact?In this episode, Praveen Murugesan (VP of Engineering at Samsara) breaks down why the best engineers don't just write code and why "coding skills" alone won't get you there.He explains the critical shift from "software engineer" to "product engineer," why you shouldn't wait for permission to solve problems, and how to de-risk high-stakes projects like a true owner.In this episode, we cover:The difference between a "Ticket Taker" and a Product Engineer Why Product Managers should NOT be doing project management How to grow to Staff Engineer without managing a large team The exact interview questions to ask to test a company's culture A real story of an engineer telling a VP: "That's not an important problem"Connect with Praveen Murugesan:https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveenmurugesanTimestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:55 - Product Engineer vs. Software Engineer: What's the Difference? 00:06:20 - Why Product Managers Should Not Do Project Management 00:11:06 - The Danger of "Flying Blind" Without Business Context 00:15:24 - Why Curiosity Is the Ultimate Leverage in the AI Era 00:25:06 - Why the Best Ideas Must Win Regardless of Hierarchy 00:27:43 - The #1 Interview Question to Test for Engineering Ownership 00:32:12 - How to Test a Company's Culture Before You Join 00:36:04 - Why You Don't Need to Be Senior to Be a Product Engineer 00:40:46 - Managing High-Stakes Projects and De-risking Failure 00:43:56 - What I Learned From Breaking Production at Salesforce 00:48:29 - The Myth About Staff Engineering and Managing Teams 00:51:59 - The Engineer Who Told the VP: "That's Not an Important Problem"#SoftwareEngineering #StaffEngineer #CareerGrowth
What if the real reason you feel behind on taxes and cash flow is because you're still 'flying blind' financially? In this episode, Duckett Ladd's, Jared Duckett and Caleb Gussner, reveal why every dental practice owner needs a true financial playbook to make smarter decisions and avoid costly surprises. They break down the dangers of managing from your bank balance, how year-end tax strategies really work, and why understanding your financial statements is the first step toward more clarity...more profit...and more control.
In this episode of the Building Freedom Podcast, we dive into Reason #8 why builders struggle to grow and scale: the lack of key metrics. You can't improve what you don't measure, and today we break down the essential KPIs and KRIs every builder must track to drive profitability and make smarter decisions. From cash flow and job costing to team performance and sales indicators, we cover the numbers that reveal the real story of your business. You'll also learn how to use the execution loop to turn quarterly goals into measurable weekly progress. Mastering your metrics is the next major step toward building a business that creates freedom and fortune—not just income.If you like what you're listening to, we would love it if you could give us a 5-star review! This will help us know we are giving you what you need to grow and succeed as an entrepreneur. Please reach out to us on social media or through our website with other information you might want to hear on upcoming episodes!https://www.4levelcoach.com/https://www.instagram.com/4levelcoach/https://www.facebook.com/4LevelCoach/https://www.linkedin.com/company/4-level-coach
This is an episode of our new sister podcast, Early Edition. It's in your feed this morning because -as a listener of In The News, we thought you might like enjoy it. But don't worry, you'll still find In The News in its usual spot. If you enjoy Early Edition - four of our top stories in ten minutes - please give it a follow on your podcast app.“Flying blind” and “budgeting like there's no tomorrow” – the government's management of the economy is being roundly criticised by the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.A group of Ranelagh residents have launched a legal challenge to the Metrolink project – with the potential to stall the long-awaited underground rail line.Consumer Affairs correspondent Conor Pope is urging caution in the Black Friday online shopping frenzy.The RDS has been renamed the Laya Arena in a new naming rights partnership, while a bill to rename Dublin Airport after this former Taoiseach has progressed in the Dáil.Presented by Aideen Finnegan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris Whalen, chairman of Whalen Global Advisors and author of The Institutional Risk Analyst blog, joins The Julia La Roche Show for the debut of his weekly segment "The Wrap with Chris Whalen." Markets hit all-time highs this week before pulling back sharply as the Fed ended quantitative tightening amid growing liquidity stress in money markets—echoing the dangerous conditions of November 2018 when Chairman Powell nearly crashed the system. Whalen warns we're seeing the same warning signs: tightening liquidity, basis trades breaking down, and a Fed flying blind without proper tools to measure reserve availability. Meanwhile, cracks are appearing across markets—from Bitcoin's retreat below $100k to BlackRock's stunning 100% writedown on private debt it valued at par just weeks ago.Links: The Institutional Risk Analyst: https://www.theinstitutionalriskanalyst.com/ The Wrap: Is it November 2018 All Over Again?: https://www.theinstitutionalriskanalyst.com/post/theira778Inflated book (2nd edition): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/inflated-r-christopher-whalen/1146303673Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/rcwhalen Website: https://www.rcwhalen.com/ Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction: New weekly segment "The Wrap with Chris Whalen" 0:42 - Markets this week: biggest decline since April 2:34 - Treasury General Account and bank reserves 6:50 - December rate cut now 50-50 toss up 8:14 - Economy still bubbling along robustly 8:39 - If big sell-off, Fed will start QE again 10:40 - Is it November 2018 all over again? 14:38 - Are we setting up for another repo crisis? 17:27 - Bitcoin fell below $95,000 - what's it signaling? 20:50 - Gold discussion: most investors under-invested 24:44 - Private credit concerns 25:48 - Government shutdown resolution 28:29 - Mortgage markets and housing policy 30:00 - Closing remarks and what to watch next week
Send us a textWell well well, fancy seeing you back here for another review episode of TIMBP! But, wait...this isn't even bourbon! Well, that's because I haven't had the pleasure of reviewing the brand new, very first rye whiskey from my friend Dixon Dedman over at 2XO. That's right, folks, this week I'm taking a look at the 2XO White Oak Rye, a double oaked rye whiskey that uses Dixon's proprietary finishing process. Coming in at 92 proof with no age statement, how does this one live up? And, what's this I've got for Flying Blind? Tune in and find out! Enjoy.Become a patron of the show at http://www.patreon.com/mybourbonpodcastLeave us a 5 star rating and review on your podcast app of choice!Send us an email with questions or comments to thisismybourbonshop@gmail.comSend us mail to PO Box 22609, Lexington, KY 40522Check out all of our merch and apparel: http://bourbonshop.threadless.com/Leave us a message for Barrel Rings at 859.428.8253Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mybourbonpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mybourbonpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mybourbonpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisismybourbonpodcastPayPal, if you feel so inclined: PayPal.me/pritter1492Link to our Barrell Rye Armagnac Finished Pick: https://shop.whiskeyinmyweddingring.com/products/barrell-private-release-rye-1a03Support the show
The crew of the USCSS Montero is deep in hypersleep. But beyond the hull, hurtling through the void of space, mystery, terror, and death awaits. Join the It's A Mimic! podcast as they explore the rules, themes, and monsters of the Alien RPG. PROLOGUE Disclaimer 0:00 Intro 0:51 Opening Theme 3:55 Character Intros 4:29 CHAPTER I Waking from Hypersleep 7:43 Get to Work 27:47 The Darkness in Front of You 36:48 CHAPTER II What's the Plan? 42:36 Daisy 1:03:59 Boarding the Ghost Ship 1:11:58 CHAPTER III The Bridge 1:21:30 Priorities 1:33:08 Seeking Clayton 1:40:44 EPILOGUE Closing Theme 1:57:16 Credits 1:58:18 Hidden in Plain Sight 1:59:46 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84724626 Website: https://www.itsamimic.com Email at info@itsamimic.com Social: Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsamimic/?hl=en Threads at https://www.threads.net/@itsamimicpodcast Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/itsamimic/ Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/ItsaMimic/ Find Us On: Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3Y19VxSxLKyfg0gY0yUeU1 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-a-mimic/id1450770037 Podbean at https://itsamimic.podbean.com/ YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQmvEufzxPHWrFSZbB8uuw Captain Miller: CB Dave Pilot Davis: Megan Lengle Agent Wilson: Terry Williams Roughneck Cham: Stephen Golding Roughneck Rye: Sean O'Coin Voice of the Montero: Elaria Game MU/TH/UR: Adam Nason Based loosely on the Alien RPG Starter Set Director: Adam Nason Editors: Stephen Golding and Adam Nason Executive Producer: Adam Nason Musical Scores: Tyler Gibson Logo by: Megan Lengle Other Artwork is owned by Free League Publishing. This episode is meant to be used as an entertaining inspirational supplement for Alien Roleplaying Game and tabletop roleplaying games in general. It's A Mimic! does not own the rights to any Free League Publishing materials.
All eyes on the Federal Reserve ahead of tomorrow's rate decision. The data, or lack there of, helping shape the central bank's next move, and how broader markets will respond. Plus Waiting on interest rates to drop? Don't hold your breath. Why a top mortgage economist says it may be years before we see rates drop below 6%, and the impact it could have on the housing sector. Fast Money Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Are you looking for ways to handle life when the culture’s rules no longer apply, and everything keeps changing at warp speed? In this episode of Bewildered, we’re talking about “flying blind” with confidence—trusting your body’s wisdom, adapting to new realities, and creating a path forward that’s right for you. We’re sharing personal stories, plenty of metaphors, and practical tips to help you navigate uncertainty and land safely, no matter what the storm may bring. Join us! CONNECT WITH US Follow Martha on Instagram The Bewildered Show Notes Follow Ro on Instagram Follow Bewildered on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Larry Visoski, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime pilot, remains one of the most quietly scrutinized figures in the broader Epstein network. Having worked for Epstein from 1991 onward, Visoski logged countless flights for the financier, transporting powerful associates and, at times, underage passengers. Yet despite his proximity to Epstein's inner circle — including being gifted land on Epstein's Zorro Ranch property — Visoski has not faced criminal charges. During a 2009 deposition, he denied ever witnessing misconduct, maintaining that he “just flew the plane” and was unaware of any illegal activity. His testimony has long drawn skepticism from observers who question whether a man so close to Epstein's operations could have truly been unaware of what was happening around him.The lack of legal consequences for Visoski highlights the selective accountability surrounding Epstein's network. While Ghislaine Maxwell and several civil defendants have faced prosecution or lawsuits, others who played supporting logistical roles have largely avoided scrutiny. Visoski's case underscores the complexity of pursuing criminal liability for individuals who may have enabled Epstein's movements without direct evidence of participation in his crimes. It also raises a broader question: how far does responsibility extend for those who helped facilitate Epstein's lifestyle — even if only by staying silent?As we continue to make our way through the deposition of Larry Visoski, it's quite obvious that he know's a lot more than he let on. The question is, why was he allowed to get away with it?to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
Larry Visoski, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime pilot, remains one of the most quietly scrutinized figures in the broader Epstein network. Having worked for Epstein from 1991 onward, Visoski logged countless flights for the financier, transporting powerful associates and, at times, underage passengers. Yet despite his proximity to Epstein's inner circle — including being gifted land on Epstein's Zorro Ranch property — Visoski has not faced criminal charges. During a 2009 deposition, he denied ever witnessing misconduct, maintaining that he “just flew the plane” and was unaware of any illegal activity. His testimony has long drawn skepticism from observers who question whether a man so close to Epstein's operations could have truly been unaware of what was happening around him.The lack of legal consequences for Visoski highlights the selective accountability surrounding Epstein's network. While Ghislaine Maxwell and several civil defendants have faced prosecution or lawsuits, others who played supporting logistical roles have largely avoided scrutiny. Visoski's case underscores the complexity of pursuing criminal liability for individuals who may have enabled Epstein's movements without direct evidence of participation in his crimes. It also raises a broader question: how far does responsibility extend for those who helped facilitate Epstein's lifestyle — even if only by staying silent?As we continue to make our way through the deposition of Larry Visoski, it's quite obvious that he know's a lot more than he let on. The question is, why was he allowed to get away with it?to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Larry Visoski, Jeffrey Epstein's longtime pilot, remains one of the most quietly scrutinized figures in the broader Epstein network. Having worked for Epstein from 1991 onward, Visoski logged countless flights for the financier, transporting powerful associates and, at times, underage passengers. Yet despite his proximity to Epstein's inner circle — including being gifted land on Epstein's Zorro Ranch property — Visoski has not faced criminal charges. During a 2009 deposition, he denied ever witnessing misconduct, maintaining that he “just flew the plane” and was unaware of any illegal activity. His testimony has long drawn skepticism from observers who question whether a man so close to Epstein's operations could have truly been unaware of what was happening around him.The lack of legal consequences for Visoski highlights the selective accountability surrounding Epstein's network. While Ghislaine Maxwell and several civil defendants have faced prosecution or lawsuits, others who played supporting logistical roles have largely avoided scrutiny. Visoski's case underscores the complexity of pursuing criminal liability for individuals who may have enabled Epstein's movements without direct evidence of participation in his crimes. It also raises a broader question: how far does responsibility extend for those who helped facilitate Epstein's lifestyle — even if only by staying silent?As we continue to make our way through the deposition of Larry Visoski, it's quite obvious that he know's a lot more than he let on. The question is, why was he allowed to get away with it?to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Voor macro-economen is de eerste vrijdag van de maand vaak spannender dan andere vrijdagen. Op die dag worden namelijk de maandelijkse banencijfers uit de Verenigde Staten gepubliceerd. ‘En ook de Fed vindt die cijfers belangrijk, omdat ze laten zien hoe de Amerikaanse arbeidsmarkt en de economie ervoor staan. Bovendien staat er over vier weken een rentevergadering gepland’, zegt macro-econoom Edin Mujagic. Maar de Fed krijgt die cijfers door de sluiting van de Amerikaanse overheid niet, toch? Nee, de centrale bank is flying blind. Vandaag verscheen op de website van het Amerikaanse Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek het bericht dat de site tot nader order niet wordt bijgewerkt. Dat heeft met de shutdown te maken. De Fed weet ook niet hoelang het gaat duren, maar de vergadering staat al vast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The government shutdown began today ... again, and there's one thing you want to know: How does this affect me? Find out.
The government shutdown began today ... again, and there's one thing you want to know: How does this affect me? Find out.
The government shutdown began today ... again, and there's one thing you want to know: How does this affect me? Find out.
The government shutdown began today ... again, and there's one thing you want to know: How does this affect me? Find out.
The government shutdown began today ... again, and there's one thing you want to know: How does this affect me? Find out.
The government shutdown began today ... again, and there's one thing you want to know: How does this affect me? Find out.
In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Steve Haddadin discuss:The importance of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset in professional growthBuilding and maintaining strong client relationships through communication and transparencyManaging and mitigating risk while pursuing opportunitiesLeveraging marketing tools and personal branding for visibility and credibility Key Takeaways:Being proactive is essential because waiting for the “perfect time” to act often delays progress and causes missed opportunities, while those who start early gain momentum and reach their goals faster.Creating and maintaining accessible online profiles across LinkedIn and legal directories allows professionals to be easily found, build credibility, and attract clients who would otherwise never discover them.Providing excellent client care requires consistently clear communication, setting realistic expectations, and educating clients so that they not only feel informed during the process but also appreciate the value of your work.Instead of trying to eliminate risk, professionals should identify potential risks, apply mitigation strategies, and continuously monitor and refine their approach so they can confidently move forward rather than remain stuck. "[Entrepreneurship is] about creating your own opportunities. It's about finding out what you can do in the marketplace that's different than others." — Steve Haddadin Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again. Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/ Thank you to our Sponsor!Legalverse Media: https://legalversemedia.com/ Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/ About Steve Haddadin: Steve Haddadin is a Real Estate Attorney, Broker, and Entrepreneur with over a decade of Real Estate experience, and is the Founder and President/Broker of King Real Estate Group in Brea, CA. He entered the industry at 18 and built a diverse background in Commercial and Residential sales, property management, lending, and development in Orange and Riverside Counties. In 2025, he passed the California Bar Exam on his first attempt, was sworn in on May 9th, and was admitted to the United States 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States District Court | Central Court of California. Haddadin has also developed electric car charging stations, created National Wagyu Day, and completed the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, American Whiskey Trail, and the B-Line tour while traveling to all 50 states. He is a graduate of Capital University Law School and CSUF College of Business & Economics with numerous designations, including CCIM®, CPM®, CIPS®, and SFR®, and currently serves as an active board member of the CSUF Center for Real Estate, where he established the Student Travel Endowment to support students attending national conferences.Connect with Steve Haddadin: Website: https://www.stevehaddadin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevehaddadinConnect with Steve Fretzin:LinkedIn: Steve FretzinTwitter: @stevefretzinInstagram: @fretzinsteveFacebook: Fretzin, Inc.Website: Fretzin.comEmail: Steve@Fretzin.comBook: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more!YouTube: Steve FretzinCall Steve directly at 847-602-6911 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this episode we discuss the case of a woman who presented with blurry vision and facial weakness.
In this episode, Steve Fretzin and K'Lee Terrazas discuss:The importance of lead generation for building and sustaining a businessCommon blind spots lawyers face in marketing and business developmentHow intake processes affect client acquisition and law firm growthThe role of coaching, auditing, and systems in scaling effectively Key Takeaways:Many law firms fail because they do not track essential numbers like ROI, cost per acquisition, or client lifetime value, leaving them “flying blind.”A poor intake process—such as calls going unanswered, being handled unprofessionally, or staffed with undertrained employees—can turn high-quality leads into lost opportunities.Investing in skilled coaches and quality marketing services often yields exponential returns, whereas cutting corners in these areas leads to wasted money and lost clients.Scaling requires breaking through discomfort by improving systems and recognizing when existing strategies or staff can no longer take the firm to the next level. "People have to feel like they are heard and that they're cared about, or they're going to go somewhere else." — K'Lee Terrazas Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again. Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/ Thank you to our Sponsor!Legalverse Media: https://legalversemedia.com/ Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/ Episode References: Oversubscribed by Daniel Priestley: https://www.amazon.com/Oversubscribed-How-People-Lining-Business/dp/0857088254Key Person of Influence by Daniel Priestley: https://www.amazon.com/Key-Person-Influence-Revised-Five-Step/dp/178133109XFireproof by Mike Morse and with John Nachazel: https://www.amazon.com/Fireproof-Five-Step-Unpredictable-Wildly-Profitable/dp/1544508530 About K'Lee Terrazas: K'Lee Terrazas is the founder of Legal Lead Sharks and co-founder of Intake EQ, where she helps law firms turn more clicks into signed cases through smarter client acquisition and modern intake systems. With 15+ years in sales and marketing, she and her team specialize in Google Ads while focusing just as much on what happens after the lead—building end-to-end systems that eliminate bottlenecks and convert at a higher rate. Intake EQ uses AI Voice Agents that sound human, work around the clock in multiple languages, and handle overflow without adding intake staff. Alongside her husband Jason, K'Lee also launched PayLynx Global to support firms with backend automation in payroll, HR, and compliance. Connect with K'Lee Terrazas: Website: https://legalleadsharks.com/ & intake-eq.comLegal Lead Sharks Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LegalLeadSharksPodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-lee-terrazas-9366b31b4/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/klee.terrazas & https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578128520758Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalleadsharks/Connect with Steve Fretzin:LinkedIn: Steve FretzinTwitter: @stevefretzinInstagram: @fretzinsteveFacebook: Fretzin, Inc.Website: Fretzin.comEmail: Steve@Fretzin.comBook: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more!YouTube: Steve FretzinCall Steve directly at 847-602-6911 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
Episode: 3324 Jimmy Doolittle, Inventor of Instrument Flying. Today, flying blind.
In this episode of DroneCast, host Joe Kearns sits down with Brandon Karr, co-founder of Unmanned Tactical Group and a trailblazer in UAS operations for public safety. Brandon shares his journey building one of the nation's first Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs, how he secured the first-ever BVLOS waiver for public safety, and offers actionable insights for agencies looking to launch or expand drone programs.
The overdue US equity market correction finally arrived. Will this just prove a healthy correction or are the cracks beginning to show, pointing to something bigger afoot? It is certainly clear that the data is not giving us any real clue of the status of the US labor market after Friday's shock negative revisions to payrolls. Also on today's podcast, we discuss listed rare earth companies and an ETF, the situation in industrial and precious metals, geopolitics, critical incoming earnings, important listens and links and more. Today's pod features Saxo Head of Commodities Strategy Ole Hansen, with Saxo Global Head of Macro Strategy John J. Hardy hosting. Links discussed on the podcast can be found on the John J. Hardy substack (with a one or two hour delay from the time of the podcast release). Read daily in-depth market updates from the Saxo Market Call and the Saxo Strategy Team here. Please reach out to us at marketcall@saxobank.com for feedback and questions. Click here to open an account with Saxo.
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The National Weather Service lost some 600 positions early in the second Trump administration, through early retirements and layoffs. Now the agency says it's working to fill some “mission-critical” roles. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has also proposed cutting the greater NOAA budget by more than 25% next year.A rising chorus of meteorologists and climate experts warn that efforts to shrink the federal workforce and downplay global warming could compromise accurate weather forecasts and climate monitoring.
The National Weather Service lost some 600 positions early in the second Trump administration, through early retirements and layoffs. Now the agency says it's working to fill some “mission-critical” roles. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has also proposed cutting the greater NOAA budget by more than 25% next year.A rising chorus of meteorologists and climate experts warn that efforts to shrink the federal workforce and downplay global warming could compromise accurate weather forecasts and climate monitoring.
Inevitably, open eyes always seem to turn upward. Our faith and our refusal to bow are weapons forged in darkness. The American air industry is now in chaos. Combine airlines, aviation, national security, and the heavy infiltration of Chinese risk. Maintenance scares and hub battles. Where are the reasonable fares? The US Govt buys tickets in bulk? Huh? Looks like money laundering. Eliminate brokers for a start. Operating on a debt based closed structure. Amy Klobuchar is up to her neck in all of this. Firmware is very hard to inspect. Counterfeit avionics is a real threat. When pilots can't override the AI. Let's build a national aircraft security program. All domestic flights need more scrutiny. Chip technology has risks too. China (Taiwan) produces 90% of high level chips. Yes to mandatory source audits. Flight ready seals and instant response protocols. Software components are hackable. Compromised chips are everywhere. All airlines are leased. Even the F35 has Chinese components. We need a Federal National Airline Program. Why not lease at cost and back it with the Defense Dept? Lower costs, safer skies. Restore jobs plus national security. We should no longer out source the wings we fly on. Not when our families are on board.