In this episode, Jim Chapman  joins host, Kiran Chawla as they explore a terrifying ride malfunction at the Livingston Parish Fair that left a family in fear for their lives.  Kiran and Jim discuss safety regulations for amusement rides and the discrepancies in oversight, particularly with recent third-party inspection laws. We reveal how mechanical and operator errors contribute significantly to ride injuries and give some interesting facts regarding the safety of carnival rides overall.

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Timestamps 
00:21 At the Fair: A Family's Nightmare
01:10 Introducing Jim Chapman
06:37 The Tilt-A-Whirl Incident
17:34 Power Outage at the Fair
19:50 The Disney Experience
22:01 Surprising Injury Statistics
33:16 Safety Regulations and Responsibilities
33:43 The Baton Rouge Fair Awaits

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