This podcast episode follows Dagny Taggart and Hank Rearden as they embark on a quest to uncover the truth behind the mysterious 20th Century Motor Company factory and the revolutionary engine prototype hidden within. Their journey leads them through a landscape of despair, examining the ramifications of misplaced ownership, the destruction of records, and the failures of individuals who have come into contact with the factory. Along the way, they gather crucial clues about the inventor of the motor, encountering various characters like Eugene Lawson and Lee Hunsaker, and confronting the enigmatic figure of Midas Mulligan. Ultimately, Dagny's relentless pursuit symbolizes the struggle for innovation in a world plagued by mediocrity and deceit.