The Matt Walsh Show Ep. 1701 - I Did A Deep Dive Into The Air Traffic Control Subreddit And What I Found Is DISTURBING
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Dec 3, 2025 What’s lurking in the minds of air traffic controllers? A disturbing exploration of their subreddit reveals calls for sabotage and alarming threats against Air Force One. Meanwhile, a recent election in Tennessee shows troubling trends for Republicans. Trump’s harsh comments on Somali immigrants spark debate, while Quentin Tarantino’s film picks face scrutiny. And in a bizarre twist, a driverless taxi blunders through a police standoff, highlighting the dangers of unchecked AI technology. Buckle up for this wild ride through current events!
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Reagan Midair Collision Example
- Walsh recounts the Reagan Airport midair collision and controller vagueness that contributed to the crash.
- He highlights the controller's failure to give specific avoidance instructions before the automated alarm alerted them.
Hostile Sentiment Is Community-Endorsed
- Walsh documents numerous Reddit posts where controllers joked about delaying or harming Air Force One and officials.
- He notes community upvotes imply these sentiments are widespread, not isolated.
Calls For Collapse Signal Dangerous Mindsets
- Walsh shows posts advocating destruction of the country rather than letting political opponents go unpunished.
- He uses this to question fitness for duty of controllers who express such desires.