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Catastrophic Failure

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The limousine crash that killed 20 people in rural upstate New York on Oct. 6, 2018, remains one of the deadliest ground transportation disasters in United States history. Investigators determined that the brakes failed on the 2001 Ford Excursion stretch limousine as it barreled down a hill at 100 mph, carrying 17 friends on their way to a 30th birthday party. It plowed into the parking lot of a b... more

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On Nov. 1, 2007, a 12-year-old boy named Jaliek Rainwalker went missing in upstate New York. His adoptive father was the last person to see him alive. The case was ruled a probable homicide, but no one has ever been charged. Times Union journalists r... more

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Who were the 20 people who died in the Schoharie limo crash? In this episode, we’ll look at the lives they led and how they were all connected.

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An appellate court in Albany has rejected Nauman Hussain’s appeal, upholding his 2023 manslaughter conviction in the deaths of the 20 victims of the Schoharie limo crash.

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As Nauman Hussain awaits the results of his appeal, unanswered questions still linger around his case and the crash.

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Limo company operator Nauman Hussain receives his sentence. The families of the limo victims begin to settle lawsuits with Mavis Discount Tire. And Larry Rulison hears from someone he's been trying to reach for a very long time.

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Nauman Hussain's trial continues in Schoharie, where shocking testimony from former employees of the Mavis Discount Tire in Saratoga Springs reveals new information about the 2001 Ford Excursion stretch limousine and its maintenance record.

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Nearly 5 years after the crash, Nauman Hussain's trial begins in Schoharie. While the prosecution fumbles, the defense deftly raises questions and points to faults in the system.

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Limo company operator Nauman Hussain took a plea deal that would spare him prison time. But in a shocking twist, a new judge rejects the plea deal and gives him a choice: prison or trial.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Captivating

    I listen to a LOT of podcasts. Like everyday all day listen. This podcast “Catastrophic Failure” by was hands down the best podcast I’ve ever listened to. Times Union you have to keep making podcasts!

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    18621978
    Canada8 months ago
  • Insightful Retelling of a Tragic Event

    Jessica Marshall has done an outstanding job crafting a well-researched and engaging podcast that dives deep into this tragic event. Growing up in Upstate New York, this story is one we all knew about, but few truly understood the details. Jessica brings clarity to the mystery, answering questions I’ve had for years and filling in important gaps in the narrative. While there are a few moments of awkward pause —likely due to editing— they don’t detract from the powerful story. My heart goes out t... more

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    5
    blizzard booty
    United States2 years ago
  • So well done

    Finding this podcast so interesting love the way it’s narrated

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    Riverbuny
    United States2 years ago

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