Hour 2: Good Samaritan who stopped runaway Seattle bus is now homeless

The John Curley Show dedicates its second hour to the story of Mack, a Seattle man who heroically stopped a runaway bus on March 18th after the driver lost consciousness. Mack, a former bus driver himself, intervened by taking control of the vehicle, preventing further collisions and saving lives. Despite his heroic actions, Mack suffered injuries, lost his job, and eventually became homeless after a series of personal setbacks including theft, medical issues, and systemic barriers to aid. The episode explores his emotional journey, his frustration with Metro’s lack of accountability, and his belief that the bus driver’s known blood pressure issues were ignored. Mack refuses to keep the $80,000 raised via GoFundMe, insisting on paying it back as part of his personal code of integrity. The hosts express admiration for his character while questioning the systemic failures that left a hero destitute. The segment ends with Mack stepping away from interviews, emphasizing his desire to live with dignity and accountability.