I've Had It Panic at the White House
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Nov 18, 2025 Mayor Brandon Johnson, the progressive leader of Chicago and a former public school teacher, discusses the political landscape facing cities today. He addresses the targeting of cities with Black leaders, framing it as a divisive tactic. Johnson critiques the Democratic Party's messaging and emphasizes the urgency for bold action against the far right. He highlights successful initiatives in Chicago, such as affordable housing and crime reduction efforts, while calling for accountability from institutions like ICE. A thought-provoking conversation on leadership and equity!
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Delayed Flight And Pilot Timeout
- Jennifer Welch described being kicked off a United flight after pilots timed out following maintenance checks performed after boarding.
- She waited 12 hours at LAX and saw pilots on the plane before passengers boarded, which she found infuriating and inefficient.
Check Planes Before Boarding
- Do maintenance and safety checks before boarding passengers to avoid lengthy delays and pilot timeouts.
- Airlines should change policies so checks and paperwork occur prior to loading the plane.
Performative Wedding Culture Costs Guests
- Hosts described elaborate, expensive modern wedding rituals including color-coded bachelorette itineraries that force guests to pay heavily.
- Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan called these rituals performative, wasteful, and predictive of future divorce for some couples.