Topic: Brs

2 chapters across the catalog

Pet Food Stamps
Episode 492 3:01:04 - 3:05:40

492: Pet Food Stamps

New York Times Weight Report, Bradley Manning

John C. Dvorak delivers his weekly New York Times weight report, noting the paper is four ounces lighter than the previous week. The hosts discuss the Bradley Manning case, focusing on the denial of FOIA requests for the "Collateral Murder" footage. They conclude by questioning the lack of outrage from the LGBTQ community regarding Manning's treatment before signing off.

Where's The Beef?
Episode 37 50:49 - 54:38

37: Where's The Beef?

Aircraft Composites, Ballistic Recovery Systems

Modern aircraft manufacturing has shifted from wood and aluminum to high-strength composites and carbon fiber, as seen in the Boeing Dreamliner and Cirrus models. Cirrus aircraft are notable for including a Ballistic Recovery System (BRS), a whole-plane parachute designed for emergencies. However, some aviators argue that these safety systems may encourage inexperienced pilots to take unnecessary risks in poor weather conditions.