The two fatal crashes in 2018-2019 involving Boeing's 737 Max plane are a central focus of the episode, as they exposed safety issues and lax oversight.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to discussing the push by families of crash victims for Boeing to be prosecuted and fined for its role in the deadly crashes.
The podcast episodes cover the fallout from the fatal crashes of two Boeing 737 Max jets in 2018 and 2019, which exposed significant safety lapses and led to intense criticism of Boeing's cozy relationship with the federal government.
Several episodes discuss the proposed plea deal between Boeing and the U.S. Justice Department, which was seen as overly lenient by the families of the crash victims. The episodes also delve into Boeing's corporate culture and its prioritization of profits over safety, as well as the broader issues of aviation regulation and oversight.
The episodes provide detailed reporting and analysis on this major incident that shook the aviation industry and led to increased scrutiny of Boeing's practices and its influence over government regulators.