Best Upstaged Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 102 - War Horse 47:56

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Episode 102 - War Horse - We saw this production at Leeds Grand Theatre on 23 August 2025. Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return. https://www.warhorseonstage.com/ and you can watch a trailer for the production here... https://youtu.be/y7wlXmHs0Yk Follow us Instagram, Facebook and T…

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The Scariest Words You’ll Hear, “It’s Spread” Moving From Fear to Hope 34:11

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HOST: Hildy Grossman, CO-HOST: Jordan Rich GUESTS: Jessica Lin, MD., Sarah Craig, Frank Marotta Hearing the diagnosis of Stage 4 can be devastating, but today, it is no longer the final word. More people are living with Stage 4 lung cancer than ever before, thanks to a revolution in innovative treatments, immunotherapy and precision medicine. Join …

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Upstage Night: Joe Louis’ Breakout Set & Workshop Stories 1:11:38

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Hosts Joe and Joey recap a lively night at the Upstage Comedy Lounge, celebrating Joe’s set, a comedy workshop with Bobby Smith, and the supportive, mixed crowd. The episode mixes behind-the-scenes stories, onstage moments, and laughs—plus visits to Olive Garden and a cameo from Lizzie the dog. They touch on themes of nerves, family support, recove…

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Episode 352 | Autonomy Markets: Waymo Upstages Uber’s Party: Avride’s Debut & The Reality of Scaling 34:50

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss “Thriller in the Big D” as Waymo upstages Uber’s party in Dallas. The day before Uber was set to announce its commercial launch with Avride in Dallas, Waymo stole the spotlight by announcing they went driver-out in the same city. During the episode Grayson and Walt analyzed the…

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Backyard Laughs & Big Life Lessons — Inside Double Dave’s Podcast 2:02:41

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In this episode David Davila from Double Dave’s Podcast joins Joe and Joey to talk about the rise of San Antonios comedy scene, producing podcasts, and hosting an impromptu backyard comedy night. They also dig into Daves past career in mobile technology, his family life, his wifes cancer journey and recovery, and his thoughts on mentorship, fatherh…

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Episode 358 | How the Permian Basin is Accelerating Kodiak's Commercialization Plans 45:27

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Pete Bigelow, Public Relations Manager, Kodiak joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss his firsthand experience in the Permian Basin and how the region acts as a "literal and figurative sandbox" for autonomous trucking. Episode Chapters 0:00 Permian Pete 3:50 Permian Basin 8:02 Automation in the Permian Basin 11:10 Learning…

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Tamales, Touchdowns & Throwbacks: It Don't Look Like Podcast with Joe, Joey & Mac 2:12:44

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Welcome to another episode of It Don't Look Like Podcast with Joe Louis and Joey. Today they welcome Joey's friend Mac and dive into a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation over tamales that covers football (Vikings vs. Cowboys, Phillip Rivers’ comeback), wrestling encounters (Undertaker, Brock Lesnar), NBA debates (Jordan, Kobe, Spurs), crazy fan …

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Episode 357 | Automating Logistics Yards with Computer Vision 41:10

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Darin Brannan, CEO & co-founder of Terminal Industries joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss transforming the logistics yard into a fully automated environment using computer vision and agentic AI. Unlike legacy approaches that rely on RFID tags or manual "clipboard and radio" processes, Terminal Industries utilizes a pro…

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Episode 356 | Autonomy Markets: Tesla’s Austin Moment, LiDAR Chapter 11 & HYPR Emerges 41:00

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk, Grayson hit the road and met with Tim Kentley-Klay of HYPRLABS in San Francisco, Tesla started removing the safety attendees in Austin and Waymo is reportedly raising another round at a $110 billion valuation. Grayson shares details from his exclusive first ride in the HYPRDRIVE vehic…

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Episode 101 - The Last Stand of Mrs. Mary Whitehouse 39:20

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Episode 101 - The Last Stand of Mrs. Mary Whitehouse - We saw this production at Nottingham Playhouse on 12 September 2025. Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return. https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/the-last-stand-of-mrs-mary-whitehouse/ and you can watch a trailer for the pro…

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Episode 355 | Self-Driving on 33 Watts: How HYPR Labs Trained a Model for Just $850 36:46

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Tim Kentley Klay, CEO & co-founder of HYPRLABS, joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss how the company is achieving autonomous driving in downtown San Francisco using just 33 watts of compute and zero simulation or HD maps. By prioritizing "learning velocity," HYPR utilizes an end-to-end neural network that learns continuo…

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Episode 354 | Autonomy Markets: Rivian’s Vertical Integration Bet, Wayve’s Nissan Win & Uber’s Autonomy Narrative 53:23

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This Week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Rivian’s bold vertical integration bet as the EV maker announced plans to build their own chips and lidar sensors, effectively moving away from NVIDIA. Is the introduction of “Autonomy+”, a new software subscription priced to undercut competitors a risky distraction or a necess…

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Trucks, Travel & Tough Talk — A Candid Ride with Casey aka “Chale Chamoy” 1:55:34

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Joe and Joey bring back the banter with guest Casey, mixing laughs over homemade food with raw stories from life on the road — from trucking rules, driver safety and fatigue to close calls and road rage. The episode moves between practical advice for commercial drivers, reflections on society and media, and lighthearted talk about board games, trav…

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Episode 353 | How Robotaxis Solve the "RideShare Lottery" Problem 46:07

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Ed Olson, Founder & CEO of May Mobility joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss how autonomous vehicles can eliminate the "rideshare lottery", the inconsistent, variable experience of traditional rideshare by deploying fleet-managed robotaxis that offer a predictable, premium service. While the industry often focuses on ver…

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Episode 351 | The Million Robot Bet: Why Enterprise Wins Before Homes 52:55

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Hugh Nguyen, Partner, Automotive Technology & Mobility, KPMG and Lerrel Pinto, Co-Founder, Assured Robot Intelligence (ARI) joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss why the immediate future of humanoid robotics lies in enterprise applications, rather than consumer homes. Powering the humanoids is the software "brain" and sys…

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Episode 350 | Autonomy Markets: China vs US: Who Can Scale Faster, WeRide or Waymo? 32:27

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Uber and WeRide's fully autonomous launch in Abu Dhabi, marking Uber's first robotaxi deployment without a safety driver outside the United States. On WeRide's earnings, the company announced a fleet of 1,600 autonomous vehicles with 750 robotaxis, while Pony.ai announced plans…

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Episode 349 | Autonomous Private Pods, Public Prices: The $20M/Mile Solution to a $2B/Mile Problem 52:54

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Mark Seeger, Founder & Co-CEO, Glydways joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss how a mesh network of private, on-demand autonomous pods can solve global urban congestion at a fraction of the cost of traditional transit. While today’s narrative currently centers around robotaxis, the real breakthrough may come from rethinki…

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Episode 348 | Autonomy Markets: Waymo's Six Stages of Autonomy 36:08

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Waymo’s accelerated nationwide expansion with new markets, Minneapolis, Tampa, New Orleans, Miami, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando getting ready to come online, while breaking down and coin Waymo’s Six Stages of Autonomy. As Waymo expands, competition is brewing in Da…

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Episode 347 | The Next Autonomous Vehicle M&A Wave Starts Below the Line 51:11

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Hugh Nguyen, Partner, Automotive Technology & Mobility, KPMG joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the emerging wave of autonomous vehicle partnerships, the hidden value in fleet operations, and the coming M&A consolidation that will reshape the industry. As the autonomous vehicle ecosystem accelerates through a phase of …

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MotoGP Season Ends on an Aprilia Cliffhanger - Is Ducati in Trouble Next Year? 1:02:00

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Valencia opened with Ducati, but ended overwhelmingly with Aprilia - is 2026 set for a showdown between the Italian manufacturers? I break down the ValenciaGP action, talk about what it means for the balance of power in MotoGP, and recap the Championship! The Rundown: - Qualifying - Bezz sets the pace, Pecco continues his slide, but the gap at the …

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Episode 346 | Autonomy Markets: Waymo's Highway Unlock Is Real. Its Moat Still Isn't. 31:44

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Waymo’s great highway unlock, their Bay Area expansion to 260 square miles and the launch of commercial service at the San Jose Airport. Despite the expansion, Waymo remains sharply vehicle-constrained. Bloomberg reported this week that the company is operating roughly 1,000 ve…

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Portimao Puts on a Show, and ValenciaGP Preview! 37:27

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Portugal gives us a thrilling sprint, and three manufacturers battling at the front! I break down the MotoGP action from Portimao, and preview what could be an unpredictable season finale in the ValenciaGP! The Rundown: - Portugal Sprint: Alex Marquez outduels Pedro Acosta in a classic - Portugal MotoGP Race: Aprilia ups the ante with Bezz - The Ch…

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THE AIR THAT I BREATHE 32:43

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How a silent killer invades our homes and our genes HOST: Hildy Grossman, CO-HOST: Jordan Rich GUESTS: Jackie Nixon, Citizens for Radon Reduction; Jane Malone, National Policy Director Indoor Environments Association; Khadijah Mitchell, Ph.D., Temple University, School of Public Health Your DNA is not a fixed blueprint. Dr. Khadijah Mitchell elucid…

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Episode 100 - REWIND RELISTEN - Our 100th Episode!!! 1:28:13

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Episode 100 - REWIND RELISTEN - Our 100th Episode!!! Who would've thought it we've made it to our 100th Episode! thanks for all those who have listened, this episode contains things we've missed over the past years and some special mentions and tributes. Follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @upstagedownstagepod…

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Episode 345 | Autonomy Markets: Waymo Expands, Lyft Builds, Uber Ducks as Tesla Rewrites the Autonomy Script 40:43

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Waymo’s expansion into three new markets, Uber’s role in autonomy and Lyft’s growing infrastructure ambitions. Beneath the headlines, Tesla is aiming to once again reshape the entire autonomous driving industry with their AI5 chip, FSD Unsupervised deployment, and the expansion…

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Bobito on Stage: From Open Mics to Saving Upstage Comedy Lounge 1:25:07

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Episode 11 features comedian Bobby “B. Smitty” Smith (aka Bobito) as he recounts his start in stand-up, how workshops helped him open up, and the story of building and nearly losing Upstage Comedy Lounge. The conversation covers personal anecdotes from growing up, headlining in the Valley, dealing with hecklers, teaching comedy and defensive drivin…

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MotoGP Hits the Rollercoaster: PortugueseGP Preview 38:59

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Pecco’s still unpredictable, Alex Marquez is flying high, and MotoGP heads to Portugal...where the track goes up, down, sideways, and occasionally airborne. I preview the PortugueseGP, discuss the terrifying Moto3 crash, and make picks for Portimão! The Rundown: - Where was I after Sepang?!? - Moto3 Wreck in Malaysia - what can be done to prevent s…

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Episode 344 | Autonomy Markets: NVIDIA’s Autonomy Ambitions Become Clearer as Waymo and Uber Head for Divorce 34:03

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss NVIDIA’s ever expanding autonomy ambitions and the fracturing relationship between Waymo and Uber, which may signal the end of one of the industry’s most-watched partnerships. Jensen Huang’s latest GTC announcements further signaled that NVIDIA is moving beyond supplying comput…

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Haunted Tales & Hoppy Ales: Night Screams, Dudleytown and Martin House w/Chris the Ghostbuster 2:16:06

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Episode 11 features Joe and Joey with special guest Chris “The Ghostbuster” as they share first‑hand paranormal encounters from Dudleytown, the Avondale haunting, and other spooky places, plus stories about meeting the Warrens and running haunted tours. The conversation mixes eerie anecdotes with lighter moments: Halloween setups, craft beer tastin…

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Episode 343 | GM’s Return to Autonomy 43:20

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David Welch, Detroit Bureau Chief, Bloomberg joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss GM’s return to autonomy and the company’s long-term strategy for personally owned autonomous vehicles. As GM once again re-enters the autonomous vehicle market, the company is signaling a new chapter, one centered on developing a hands-free…

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How to Host, Hustle & Act: Big Al’s Raw Comedy Masterclass 1:08:52

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It Don’t Look Like with Joe Lewis and Joey features veteran comedian Big Al Gonzalez. He shares stories from his 20+ year career — from taking Norm MacDonald hat shopping to winning Funniest in South Texas — and gives practical advice on hosting, improv, acting, and building a comedy career. Follow Big Al Gonzales on Instagram https://www.instagram…

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Episode 342 | Autonomy Markets: Tesla's Robotaxi Scale Plan, NVIDIA's Autonomy Ambitions 40:04

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Tesla’s Q3 earnings call, NVIDIA’s strategic partnership with Uber, and GM’s surprising return to autonomy under Sterling Anderson’s leadership. The conversation opens with Walt’s firsthand insights from Tesla’s Q3 2025 earnings call, where the company confirmed plans to remove…

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Will Aprilia Upstage Ducati Again? Sepang Preview! 35:18

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Aprilia took the fight directly to Ducati - and won - in Australia. But Sepang is much friendlier to the Desmos. Will Aprilia's run continue? I preview the MalaysianGP! The Rundown: - Sepang! Preview of the MalaysianGP - The Track - does it favor Ducati enough to overcome their Australian struggles? - The Favorites - Bezz sets his sights on a doubl…

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More Podium Surprises, More Seagulls! AustralianGP Recap 43:10

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Aprilia is amazing at Phillip Island, and we get another surprise winner! I recap all of the action, smoke, birds, and unexpected twists of the AustralianGP, along with the big mover in the MotoGP Championship! The Rundown: - Honda blows two engines in two days - Yamaha domninates the front row in qualifying? - Everyone is coasting around in qualif…

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Episode 341 | Autonomy Markets: Tesla FSD 14 Updates and Waymo’s Latest Moove Away from Uber 33:04

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Tesla’s continued FSD 14 updates, Waymo’s expansion to London and the growing political and infrastructure challenges shaping the next phase of robotaxi growth. Walt shares his latest hands-on experience with FSD 14, including testing the new “Mad Max” mode, featuring more asse…

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CUT IT OUT! What To Know About Lung Cancer Surgery 39:30

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HOST: Hildy Grossman, CO-HOST: Jordan Rich GUEST: Chi Fu Jeffrey Yang. MD, Thoracic surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital, Professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School For any cancer patient facing surgery, there are always questions and worries. Hildy interviews an outstanding thoracic surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital, Chi Fu Jeffre…

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Strolling down memory lane, the good old days 1:23:11

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Joey and Joe crack open their first beer together and trade long-form stories about family, growing up on San Antonio’s west side, reunions, and colorful childhood memories. Joe speaks about missing his favorite uncle. They also open up about fatherhood, helping a daughter through anxiety, bonding over The Office, and plans for future podcast guest…

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Who Wins a Race That has no Marc? AustralianGP Preview! 46:24

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Marc Marquez is out, Marco Bezzecchi has a big penalty - the door is open for some major excitement at Phillip Island! I discuss Marc's surgery and Diogo Moreira joining the MotoGP grid - then preview the AustralianGP. The Rundown: - MotoGP News: - Marc Marquez has shoulder surgery - out for the rest of the season? - Diogo Moreira is coming to LCR …

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Episode 340 | Magna's Vision for Autonomy Begins at Level 2 38:38

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David Doria, Director of Engineering – Automated Driving, Magna joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss Magna’s approach to developing autonomous driving systems. As the automotive industry transitions toward software-defined vehicles that will eventually become fully autonomous, the core technologies driving this transform…

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Episode 99 - Noises Off - In the Round 1:08:13

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Episode 99 - Noises Off - In the Round - We saw this production at The Stephen Joseph Theatre on 16 & 29 August 2025. Below is more detail about the production, the production is no longer on but you we hope it could return. https://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/NOISES-OFF-Opens-at-the-Stephen-Joseph-Theatre-in-First-Ever-In-the-Round-P…

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Episode 339 | Autonomy Markets: First Impressions of Tesla FSD 14, Waymo’s Next Potential Markets 36:50

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This week on Autonomy Markets, Grayson Brulte and Walter Piecyk discuss Tesla’s FSD 14 release and Waymo’s potential market expansions. The episode begins with Walt sharing his firsthand experience testing FSD 14, showcasing its breakthrough ability to autonomously back out of driveways and park at destinations with a single tap. While impressive, …

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Welcome Casey aka “Chale Chamoy” to the show 1:39:08

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Welcome Casey aka “Chale Chamoy” to the show. Join us as he brings us some delicious goodness he cooked up from home. He also talks about his gourmet baking which he promises next time he’s delivering on them, can’t wait to try. Of course we talk food, who do you think we are!? The conversation flowed beautifully in this over an hour podcast of lau…

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You know you're having a good day when you win with a blown motor! I recap all of the action from the JapaneseGP - including Pecco Bagnaia's return to the front, Honda stepping up on home turf, that Ducati engine that just won't quit - and the biggest Championship story of the MotoGP era! The Rundown: - Qualifying - Pecco throws down the gauntlet w…