Best Pilot Error Podcasts (2025)

Max talks with Rob Mark about the fatal crash of a Citation 550 in Statesville, North Carolina, that killed six people, including a NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and members of his family. The accident occurred shortly after takeoff, making it one of the most closely watched aviation tragedies of the week and a focal point of this episode. Preliminary …

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Mission Log Supplemental 84 – Voyager Wrap-Up Part 2: The One with Ken Biller 58:59

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After seven seasons and one very contested transporter accident, we welcome Voyager executive producer and co-creator of Tuvix, Ken Biller, for a wide-ranging conversation about the legacy of Star Trek: Voyager. Guest co-host Earl Green joins John to explore the creative pressures behind the series finale, the constraints of '90s television, and ho…

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318. What Is a Power of Attorney and Why Does Everyone Need One? 35:53

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If something unexpected happened tomorrow, who would make decisions for you? That’s the big question at the heart of this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, where Shawna Theriault, CFP®, CPA, CDFA®, and Estate Planning Attorney Arun Gupta demystify what is a power of attorney and explain why nearly everyone needs them. Related Podcast Epis…

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Pros watch in silence as DIY couple’s hands-on build leads to a costly disaster. 23:03

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Send us a text In a lakeside home where client-induced chaos breeds leaky walls, poor construction drowns dreams. Can an architect be liable for staying silent, when not engaged to supervise and coordinate construction? Find out why inaction can cause problems, how putting things in writing shields you, and why clear professional boundaries help to…

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317. Pilots Start Here 36:12

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On this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Grace Kennedy interviews Casey Smith, president of Wiser Wealth Management and former airline pilot, on how aviators can prioritize, plan, and protect their money from day one through retirement. Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 194: Delta, American & United: Who's Got the Best Pilot Retirement Offeri…

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Mission Log Supplemental 83: Star Trek: Voyager Wrap-Up (Part 1) 1:23:22

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After seven seasons and one hell of a journey, it's time to start wrapping up Star Trek: Voyager. John and Norman are joined by TrekCulture's Ellie Littlechild to take a look back, starting with Ellie's viral article "10 Most Forgettable Voyager Episodes." Which ones did we forget… and which ones should we? Then we turn to a much harder task: namin…

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Air India 787 Crash Investigation: NTSB–India Standoff, Black Box Battle & Stunning Near Misses 44:45

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Episode 18 begins with an extraordinary behind-the-scenes dispute surrounding the Air India Boeing 787 crash investigation. Max and Rob open with a Wall Street Journal report describing how U.S. technical experts arrived in Delhi last summer expecting to assist with the black-box analysis, only to be told they would need to board a late-night milit…

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“The Flying Doctor”: How an $18M Claim Collapsed When His Pilot Licence Proved He Could Still Fly 30:00

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Send us a text In a parking garage where a doctor slips on uneven stairs, a headlong crash threatens his career. Can an architect be held liable for this costly fall? Learn why stairs can be treacherous, how site reviews can save you, and why a well-researched defense can dismantle dubious claims. Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us …

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316. The Best Whiskeys to Gift in 2025 20:48

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Whiskey gifting is an art and in 2025, it’s easier (and tastier) than ever to give the perfect bottle. On this special non-financial episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, host Casey Smith sits down with whiskey enthusiast Robert Swarthout to talk all things bourbon, barrel picks, and what makes this year’s selections so special. Prices are mo…

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A Big Claim and a Human Rights Speech: The Co-op That Turned into a Real-Life Funhouse 24:31

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Send us a text In a co-op where homes tilt like carnival funhouses, unstable soil wreaks havoc, can an architect be liable when a soils report fails to warn of impending danger? Discover how site remediation can create problems, how appearances can be deceiving, how surveys can save you, and how shortcuts can cause projects to flounder. Connect wit…

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315. Is $1 Million Enough to Retire? Let’s Run the Numbers 40:20

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we discuss how $1 million has been the golden benchmark for retirement savings. But is this magic number still enough in today's economy? Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 276: How to Make Sure You're Ready for Retirement Ep 217: What are the best and worst states to retire to? Related Financial Education …

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NEW SERIES! The quest for the best (and worst) from streaming media begins! This episode: TERMINATOR rip-offs! 31:33

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episodes 25-26, "Endgame" 1:39:01

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episose Endgame, after 23 years in the Delta Quadrant, Admiral Janeway finally made it home, but at too high a cost. Now she's crossing time and space to rewrite history, determined to give her crew a better ending. But who decides what the "right" ending is? And is it worth risking everything they already sacrificed to fi…

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Trim Runaways, CAPS Saves, and Why IFR Pilots Still Lose Control: Lessons from This Week’s NTSB Reports 40:15

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Episode 17 of NTSB News Talk brings together an unusually rich set of accidents and safety insights, all centered on pilot decision-making, trim system failures, swept-wing stall risks, and the ongoing challenge of hand-flying in IMC when automation misbehaves. In this week’s discussion, hosts Max Trescott and Rob Mark use recent NTSB reports to hi…

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The Wonky Wall: How Coordination and Consultants Couldn't Save a Crumbling Heritage Structure 25:13

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Send us a text During the renovation of a historic building, intended to serve as a banquet hall, ancient walls crumble under new loads and chaos halts construction. Can an architect be liable when experts vouched for stability? Uncover why old stones betray, how inspections save you, and why consultants matter. Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Re…

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314. The Simple Estate Planning Error That Could Hurt Your Family 31:44

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In this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Shawna Theriault, CFP®, CPA, CDFA®, and Estate Planning Attorney Arun Gupta discuss a real-life story that shows how one overlooked detail can lead to heartbreaking consequences for a family. Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 295: What Happens If You Die Without a Will? The Legal Nightmare Ep 279: What…

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Illegal Charter, Operational Control, and Protecting Your Certificate – with Attorney Edward Hadley 1:04:01

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In this episode of the VSL Aviation Podcast, Seth sits down with aviation attorney and pilot Edward A. Hadley of AeroLegal Advocates to talk about the legal traps commercial pilots face—especially around illegal charter, operational control, and holding out. Edward walks through what actually happens when the FAA starts looking at you or your opera…

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 24, "Renaissance Man" 1:19:11

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episose Renaissance Man, The Doctor doesn't quite seem himself. In fact, he seems like just about everyone else on the senior staff. But the impersonations are part of a high-stakes mission: rescue Captain Janeway from a hostile alien race despite her veryspecific orders not to. It's EMH meets ECH meets identity crisis whe…

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Legal or Illegal? The Real Rules Behind Pilot Compensation 39:54

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In this episode of The VSL Aviation Podcast, Seth lays the groundwork for understanding one of the most confusing topics in aviation: pilot compensation and illegal charter operations. He breaks down key definitions like operator vs. pilot in command, commercial activity vs. commercial operation, and the meaning of holding out. Seth explains how co…

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The Fake Granite Scandal: How One Architect Survived a $1.5M Lawsuit 23:02

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Send us a text In a chic gallery, where a floor’s dyed-blue “granite” inserts bleed like paint, a costly mess emerges. Can an architect be liable when fake granite fooled everyone? Discover why materials can be deceiving, how testing them can save the day, and why friendships sometimes help solve disputes. Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review F…

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MYSTERIES OF THE DEEP returns with the tale of a writer who faked his identity...until an amateur sleuth discovered the truth! 15:16

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313. How Can You Help Your Parents Plan Financially for The Future? 35:42

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we are tackling the tough, but essential topic of helping your parents plan financially for the years ahead. As more Americans find themselves supporting both their children and their parents, it’s never been more important to plan ahead, start the right conversations, and protect your family’s financ…

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 23, "Homestead" 1:16:54

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episose Homestead, there are Talaxians on that asteroid, and Neelix isn't just drawn to their cause… he might be drawn home. With Janeway's hands tied by the Prime Directive and hostile space-miners closing in, it's Neelix who must decide where he belongs and who he wants to be. Mission Log says goodbye in Homestead. Hoste…

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Fatal Pilot Errors: How Common Medications Led to Deadly Crashes 39:07

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Max Trescott and Rob Mark explore one of the most overlooked killers in aviation: common medications that quietly impair pilots and contribute to fatal crashes. While many aviators think over-the-counter or prescription drugs are safe if they “feel fine,” the NTSB’s recent accident reports tell a different story. In case after case, pilots who igno…

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312. Is Crypto Right for You? 41:56

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Casey Smith sat down with Robert Swarthout, Founder & CEO of Teton Crypto Capital, to revisit the cryptocurrency questions they first tackled in 2020 and how the answers have evolved over time. Their answers are here to help you find out, does crypto belong in your portfolio? Related Podcast Episodes:…

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How One Marble Threshold Taught This Architect a $450K Lesson 21:21

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Send us a text In a lavish hotel suite where a marble threshold trips the host, a painful fall sparks a million-dollar claim. Can an architect be liable despite code compliance? Learn why safety is more important than style, how well-crafted details can help your defense, and why juries favor sympathy. Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follo…

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311. Smart Charitable Giving Before December 31st 34:30

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In this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Shawna Theriault, CFP®, CPA, CDFA®, and William Medcalf, CFP® discuss how year-end is the perfect time to be strategic with charitable giving. They explore smarter ways to give, instead of just writing a check, to reduce your tax burden. Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 307: Unlocking the Power of Tru…

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Star Trek: Voyager Season 7, Episode 22, "Natural Law" 1:12:47

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On the Star Trek: Voyager episode Natural Law, Chakotay and Seven find themselves stranded in a protected zone among a pre-industrial alien society. Seven plays catch-up with cultural sensitivity while Chakotay's inner anthropologist intensifies. But even good intentions have consequences when modern colonists arrive. Meanwhile, Tom Paris is cited …

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ADS-B In Mandate, Hawker Stall Test Crash, Erie LSA Wind Shear, and Four More Fatal Accidents 40:28

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In Episode 15 of NTSB News Talk, co-hosts Rob Mark and Max Trescott examine a week filled with new legislation and a series of tragic accidents that highlight recurring lessons in aviation safety and human factors. The show opens with the Senate Commerce Committee’s new bipartisan aviation safety bill, which—if passed—would close the ADS-B loophole…

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When ‘Affordable’ Housing Becomes a Liability Trap 23:39

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Send us a text In a rural co-op where mold and rot ruin homes, neglect and the lack of a maintenance budget, highlight the cheap construction. Can the architect be liable for this decay, years after completion? Learn why maintenance matters, how durable construction saves money in the long term, and why empathy often bests arrogance. Connect with P…

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310. How Can You Travel the World in Retirement? 47:08

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Casey Smith and Travel Advisor Amy Rambo with Blue Pineapple Travel cover how to build a travel line item into your retirement plan, stretch your budget with timing and seat strategies, stay protected with insurance, and tailor trips to your pace and mobility. Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 294: How Sma…

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Week 3 of HALLOWEEN HORROR MONTH is here! It's all about Creepypasta movies! Don't know what that means? Listen and find out! 22:57

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 21, "Friendship One" 1:17:28

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episose Friendship One, an old Earth probe was supposed to spread friendship across the galaxy. Instead, it sparked a planetary apocalypse. When Voyager finds the wreckage of Friendship One, they also find a civilization devastated by misused antimatter and eager to hold someone, anyone, accountable. Can Starfleet ideals s…

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When Hurt Feelings Become Lawsuits 18:14

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Send us a text In a quiet neighborhood, when a client’s home addition blocks a neighbor’s cherished view and light, tensions flare into a legal showdown. Can an architect be liable for this neighbour’s loss ? Learn how miscommunications fuel disputes, and how sympathetic mediation can save the day. Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us…

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309. Financial Planning Tools for Pilots, By a Former Airline Pilot 46:12

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Casey Smith, President of Wiser Wealth Management and former airline pilot is with Grace Kennedy, Financial Planning Associate to discuss the unique financial needs of pilots and the smartest financial planning path for them. Airline pilots face a unique mix of high-but-variable income, mandatory reti…

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Weather, Airspeed, and Avoidable Tragedies: NTSB Lessons from LAX to Lake Placid 50:32

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In Episode 14 of NTSB News Talk, hosts Max Trescott and Rob Mark analyze a series of recent NTSB preliminary and final reports that reveal how weather, fatigue, distraction, and airspeed management continue to play major roles in both near misses and fatal crashes. With their characteristic mix of insight and practicality, the two veteran aviation …

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 20, "Author, Author" 1:24:48

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episode Author, Author, The Doctor takes his first stab at fiction, but his holonovel hits a little too close to home. Captain Jenkins is a sadist, Tulak relishes punishment, and Lt. Marseilles just wants to get in your pants. The crew is shocked. The Doctor calls it "art," and a Federation publisher calls it "contractuall…

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Saddle up, Divers! This week on HALLOWEEN HORROR MONTH 2025, we mosey on over to the weirdest, wildest Western Horror movies! 26:12

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Why “Wearing Too Many Hats” Could Destroy Your Practice 25:34

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Send us a text In a condo venture, an architect juggles roles as promoter, developer, builder, and financier, while cracking columns threaten structural collapse and financial ruin. Can the architect wearing multiple hats be liable for this project’s failures? Find out how “role overload” courts disaster, poor coordination sparks lawsuits, and clea…

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308. The Silent Tax: How Inflation Erodes Your Retirement 27:31

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Casey Smith, and Financial Advisor Michaela Dowdy dive into how retirement planning isn’t just about matching today’s income with today’s expenses. It’s about preparing for the future value of money. Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 245. Strategies for Early Retirement and Long-Term Security Ep 212. Medic…

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 19, "Q2" 1:14:27

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episode Q2, Q drops by Voyager for a surprise visit, and he brings Q with him. No, not himself… the other Q. His son. This junior Q is every bit as powerful, unpredictable, and exasperating as his old man, with none of the charm (yet). When the Continuum threatens to de-Q him permanently, it's up to Aunt Kathy to teach Q s…

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Why Copying Designs Could Cost You Your License 20:10

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307. Unlocking the Power of Trusts: 10 Different Trusts & How to Use Them 45:42

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In this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Estate Planning Attorney Arun Gupta joins Shawna Theriault, CFP®, CPA, CDFA® to demystify trusts, what they are, who they’re for, and how 10 common trust types work in real life. Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 295: What Happens If You Die Without a Will? The Legal Nightmare Ep 279: What Should Paren…

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It's Halloween Horror Month 2025! WEEK ONE: What far-off fright films inspired the classic sci-fi horror movie ALIEN? Listen...if you dare! 19:12

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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 18, "Human Error" 1:12:51

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In the Star Trek: Voyager episode Human Error, Seven of Nine is trying something new: a little music, a little cooking, and a little romantic roleplay—typical holodeck experiments in humanity. But when feelings get real and a Borg failsafe kicks in, the cost of vulnerability may be more than just emotional. Oh, and yes, Voyager is also facing a dan…

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NTSB Board Member Michael Graham on Safety Culture, SMS, and GA Risks 52:18

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In this episode of NTSB News Talk, hosts Max Trescott and Rob Mark welcome Michael Graham, a current member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), for a deep discussion on the agency’s work and the broader state of aviation safety Graham begins by clarifying the role of NTSB board members, often misunderstood as investigators. While tr…

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306. Crypto in Your 401(k)? The Future of Retirement Investing 29:00

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Casey Smith is joined by Robert Swarthout, CEO and Portfolio Manager of Teton Crypto Capital. Together, they dive into the latest crypto news, from the launch of new ETFs to the growing influence of stablecoins in U.S. Treasuries. The conversation explores how these developments could impact retiremen…

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Why an Architect’s Implicit Trust in a Builder-Developer Led to a Legal Nightmare 27:56

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Send us a text In a condo project where a brash developer cuts corners and ignores warnings, code violations force residents to evacuate their new homes. Can an architect be liable for these flaws when only hired to sign-off on lenders’ certificates? Discover how signing lenders’ certificates carries risks, why documenting deficiencies is your armo…

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305. Just Moved to a New State? Here’s Your Financial To-Do List 31:53

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In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Senior Financial Advisor Shawna Theriault, CFP®, CPA, CDFA® is joined by Financial Advisor William Medcalf, CFP® to discuss the financial implications of moving across state lines, and how a change in location can also mean major changes to your financial life. Related Podcast Episodes: - Ep 77: Tips …