Duration: 1:02:50 | Recorded on February 15, 2025

The brothers talk about current events and economic issues, noting the pitfalls of how quickly public perception can shift. Beginning with an in-depth analysis of inflation and its impact on different socioeconomic groups, they discuss the complexities of political promises surrounding it, and how the situation is currently unfolding. They discuss the rising costs of goods (especially food), agricultural subsidies, and end with a deep dive on the complexity and the sensitive nature of foreign policy concerning the war in Ukraine.

Show Notes:

Featured Bourbon: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel

Feature Rum: Cruzan Hurricane Proof Aged Rum

How to make a Rum Old Fashioned

Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi (Prayer for Peace)

Egg prices are surging again. Why Powell and the Fed’s grip on inflation may be slipping.

Trump Housing Market Warning Issued by JPMorgan Chase

Trump Tariffs Caused a Market Meltdown, but Investors Shook It Off

The Theory of the Working Class, By Thorstein Bunde Veblen

Waffle House Hashbrowns

Duration: 53.19 | Recorded on February 4, 2025

In this episode, the brothers engage in a thoughtful discussion about current events and big picture issues, focusing on air travel safety and the future of transportation. They explore the complexities of the aviation industry, including a recent plane crash near Washington National Airport and its implications for air traffic control. Delving into topics such as the safety of air travel, the antiquated nature of air traffic control systems, and the potential for AI to play a role in the future, the conversation also touches on the history of the airline industry, deregulation, and the challenges of balancing government oversight and market forces. They also examine the state of passenger rail in the United States, comparing it to air travel and exploring the history of Amtrak. DISCLAIMER: The hosts acknowledge that they are not experts, and that their discussion is more about two people trying to understand complex issues.

Show Notes

Featured Bourbon: W.L. Weller Single Barrel

Featured Rum: Cruzan Aged Light Rum

• Everything we know so far about the American Airlines jet that crashed into a Black Hawk helicopter
• A Look at How Airport Security Has Evolved Post 9-11
• VASAviation YouTube Channel
• Brightline West
• High-speed rail in the United States
  

Duration: 50.29 | Recorded on January 26, 2025

This episode is wide-ranging. The brothers discuss current political events, personal experiences, and technological advancements. They begin with a conversation on the tone of current political discourse, expressing concerns about the dehumanizing language used in discussions about immigration, and they touch on the complexities of gender identity and the need for respectful dialogue.

The conversation moves to presidential pardons, with a critical look at both recent administrations. Birthright citizenship (and potential challenges to it) comes up, as well as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting the complexities and historical context. They explore the role of American evangelicals in supporting the state of Israel, and conclude with a discussion of AI and its potential impact, particularly the concept of agentic AI, emphasizing the need for critical evaluation of information sources and the importance of trust and bias in reporting.

Show Notes

Featured Bourbon: 13th Colony Double-Oaked Bourbon Whiskey

Featured Rum: Cedar Ridge Barrel Barrel-Aged Rum

Trump launches sweeping border crackdown, mass deportation push (Reuters)

Trump says US policy will recognize 'only two genders' | AFP (YouTube)

Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government (www.whitehouse.gov)

Granting Pardons and Commutation of Sentences for Certain Offenses Relating to the Event at or Near the United States Capital on January 6, 2021 (www.whitehouse.gov)

Pardons Granted by President Joseph Biden (2021-2025) (www.justice.gov)

14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: Civil Rights (1868) (archives .gov)

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (www.cfr.org)

Navigating The Shift From Generative AI To Agentic AI (www.forbes.com)