Best Running On Rooftops Podcasts (2025)

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Tesla’s Master Plan IV, Flying an eVTOL, McKinsey Hires More Despite AI Growth 21:06

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1141: Tesla drops a philosophy-heavy master plan that barely mentions EVs. Palmer Luckey becomes the first to fly the Jetson One eVTOL. And McKinsey pushes back on AI job fears with a boost in entry-level hiring. Tesla’s “Master Plan Part IV” is here, and it might just be the most philosophical of the bunch. With barely a …

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Ep230: Brent Trenga: Recovering Architect Redefines Building – Circularity, Data Centers, & Legos 1:35:22

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Brent Trenga joins me to spill why construction's stuck in the Stone Age while we run space-age data centers. We geek out on circular economies, ethical capitalism, and buildings that snap apart like Legos – because who wants glued-together regret? Tune in for laughs and lightbulb moments! References to Studies, Reports, Data, or External Agencies …

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Ethanol in Fukushima, No CA Love for Leno’s Law, Retail in the Wild with Paul 17:17

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1140: Today we’re talking about Toyota’s big ethanol play in Fukushima and California lawmakers slamming the brakes on “Leno’s Law” for classic cars. Plus, Paul’s back with some unexpected retail takeaways from his vacation travels. Show Notes with links: Toyota and a coalition of Japanese automakers are doing something sy…

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The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Rooftops of Shrewsbury with Chris Schurke 1:17:07

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How great is it to sit down with old friends and catch-up? Well that is exactly what this episode is, your host Alex Whiteley catching up with a good ol' friend Chris Schurke. I call this guy the Batman of Shrewsbury as you used to find this scamp scurrying across Shrewsbury's rooftops. Always for a good cause though, the document this town in a mo…

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$70,000 of Generosity 7:45

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Shoot us a Text. The first weekend of September! Head Writer Chris Reeves joins Kyle Mountsier to discuss how the auto industry ramps up its community contributions in the fall towards the end of the year. We love hearing how dealers are giving back, and today we get to highlight how Gettel Automotive Group has donated $70,000 to support food banks…

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Mary’s Millions, Elon’s Trillions, Japan Tariffs to 15%, OpenAI’s Certification Push 16:25

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1138: Mary Barra and her GM peers are selling big while Tesla bets even bigger on Elon. A new U.S.–Japan trade deal lowers tariffs and boosts investment in auto-related sectors. And Apple, OpenAI, and Walmart are teaming up to define what AI literacy looks like for the next generation of workers. As Tesla courts Elon Musk …

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VinFast Bets on Dealers, ID.4 Production Pause, Charging Cables Optional 12:11

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1137: VinFast leans into a dealer-driven strategy while VW puts the brakes on ID.4 production despite rock-bottom lease pricing. Meanwhile, Porsche unveils a slick wireless charger for its next-gen Cayenne EV. Show Notes with links: Despite reporting a larger Q2 loss, Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is still betting on a tradi…

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EV Tax Credit Extension-ish, Cadillac’s Comeback, Coding Gets Easier and Complicated 13:36

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1136: An IRS update that could save EV buyers thousands, how Cadillac is quietly staging a luxury comeback and the deeper impact of AI on software development—and whether vibe-coding is helping or hollowing out the craft. The IRS has provided a much-needed clarification that gives EV buyers a path to still claim the federa…

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How One Dealer Monetized Charging, BYD Battles Discounts, Google’s Nano Banana 14:42

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1135: Friendly Chevy’s charging park is pulling in revenue and conquest sales, BYD takes a profit hit in China’s price war, and Google’s “Nano Banana” might just beat ChatGPT at the AI image game. Show Notes with links: Back in 2021, Friendly Chevrolet’s Mark Eddins saw a gap in the EV experience—and filled it. With GM rol…

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Can a free van turn an 8 year old into an engineer? 9:50

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Shoot us a Text. Today, Paul and Chris bring you a story about Jacob Miller, a high school senior living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Jacob has big plans for being only eight years old and he just got a life-changing boost from our friends at West Herr Automotive: a wheelchair-accessible van that’s opening the road to his future in engineering…

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Economist Jonathan Smoke Says The Market's Not Crashing—It’s Accelerating 16:34

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1133: Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke joins Paul to talk tariffs, pent-up demand, and why Q3 might be best experienced with a little Abba. It's a data-rich conversation with serious implications for dealers navigating policy shifts, EV adoption, and consumer behavior. ASOTU’s coverage of the 45th Annual NAMAD…

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Dealers Care About The Tech, Special Guest Shane Wilson of Connected Dealer Services 7:01

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1132: As we kick off the last day of the NAMAD Annual Meeting, Paul J Daly and Erroll Bomar III reflect on how they’ve been witnessing dealers lean in on technology in order to stay ahead. Then they’re joined by Shane Wilson, CEO of Connected Dealer Services who reminds us that the tech is a great starting point, but it ne…

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Me Chinese Me Go To Harvard Thanks To Trump 1:00:09

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Latest RYM talking Porch Travels + Military in Cities + Ukraine/Russia escalations + Tarrifs favoring big Biz + Trump on chinese students + Burn BagsCheck out porch dates at www.porchtour.comGrab merch at RobbernsteinMerch.com Sponsors:Sheath.comYokratom.comBy Run Your Mouth

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Strong August for Automotive Industry, NAMAD Day 1 Takeaways 10:29

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1131: Live from Day 2 at the NAMAD Annual Meeting with co-host Erroll Bomar III! We recap our biggest takeaways from the first day of amazing conversations and content, plus look at the record $56.4B that consumers will spend on new vehicles in August. ASOTU’s coverage is brought to you by Connected Dealer Services. Show N…

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Robots Still Need People, Gen Z Buys IRL, Tax Credit Relief 18:34

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1130: As we gear up for our NAMAD coverage in LasVegas, Paul and guest co-host Ben Hadley are digging into the IRS's EV tax credit extension, how Gen Z balances screens with store shelves, and why Hyundai's futuristic plant still counts on the human touch to get the job done right. The IRS is giving EV buyers a little brea…

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AN All-Stars, Inventory Game-Changers, AI’s E-Comm Takeover 16:15

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1129: Today Steve Greenfield joins Paul again as we spotlight the 2025 Automotive News All-Stars, including a few friends of the show. We also talk about some industry icons’ new digs. And a new survey shows just how deep Gen AI has made it into your customers' shopping habits. This year’s 2025 Automotive News All-Stars sp…

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When a Minivan Becomes a Miracle 10:20

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Shoot us a Text. On this Saturday, Chris joins Paul and Nathan to talk about the frequency of a 5 Fri-Sat-Sun month and how auto dealers just keep on giving. Mohawk Honda did more than hand over a key. They donated a brand-new 2025 Honda Odyssey to Double H Ranch and packed it with purpose. Double H is where kids with serious illnesses go to be cam…

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EU & US Work Out Trade Deal, EchoPark Boosts Sonic, Gen AI Retail Traffic 11:14

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1127: We’re diving into major tariff relief for EU carmakers, Sonic Automotive’s EchoPark outpacing expectations, and how generative AI is rewriting the rules for online retail traffic. Show Notes with links: The automotive industry is watching closely as the U.S. and EU hammer out a framework deal that could bring massive…

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Hertz Sells on Amazon, VinFast Expands Dealer Network, Atlas Robot Gets Handsy 17:41

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1126: Today we’re joined by Steve Greenfield and talking about Hertz vehicles showing up on Amazon, VinFast’s new San Diego dealership kicking off a coast-to-coast franchise push, and how AI is helping Atlas become a surprisingly capable humanoid robot. Hertz has partnered with Amazon to list its used vehicles on the retai…

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Affordability Is the Battlefield, Close Now or Cry Later, Target’s Intern CEO 11:56

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1125: Today, we’re talking affordability trends, lead follow-up gaps, and a CEO who worked his way from intern to the top at Target. At the halfway mark of 2025, the Dave Cantin Group Market Outlook Report shows the U.S. retail auto market is a mix of high prices, resilient demand, and major structural shifts. Despite head…

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Ep229: Luke Saladyga: Submarine Officer to Oracle Innovator–Systems Engineering, Data Centers, & AI 1:48:26

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I've got Luke Saladyga sharing his wild ride from nukes on subs to hyperscale data centers at Google and now Oracle. We dive into operational maturity, high availability nines, and why curiosity beats repetition every time – because who wants boring when you can automate the chaos? Studies, References, and External Mentions Myers-Briggs personality…

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Fixed Ops Golden Metrics, Inventory Levels Off, Robotaxi Roulette 10:49

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1124: Today we break down the latest Fixed Ops Golden Metrics, showing where service departments are winning and where there’s room to grow. We also look at how dealer inventory has returned to pre-tariff “normal” levels, and why Atlantans are playing cancellation games just to ride in a Waymo robotaxi. The Fixed Ops Golde…

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Rivian’s Credits Crunch, Ex-Tesla Superchargers, CEO Confidence Rebounds 12:07

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1123: Today we cover Rivian’s fight over frozen EV credit revenue, ex-Tesla talent launching Hubber to fill urban charging gaps, and a sharp rebound in CEO confidence as recession fears cool but cost pressures remain. Show Notes with links: Rivian says the Trump administration’s rollback of fuel economy penalties is chokin…

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The Man Behind Ford’s Revamp, Mitsubishi Gallery Store, ChatGPT 4o’s Comeback 13:54

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1122: Ford’s Doug Field maps a Silicon Valley–style path to a $30K EV truck, Mitsubishi debuts a luxury-inspired “Gallery” store concept, and OpenAI brings GPT-4o back after users missed its supportive “yes man” tone. Meet the man behind Ford’s push for affordable EVs: Doug Field, Ford’s EV chief, is channeling his inner E…

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EV Infrastructure Wins, Longest-Range Tesla, Drone That Won’t Quit 9:56

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1121: We cover the rapid growth in EV charging infrastructure even as EV sales plateau, Tesla’s China-only 500+ mile Model 3, and a solar-powered drone that just stayed airborne for 74 hours without a drop of fuel. Show Notes with links: EV sales brace for slump, but charging networks surge ahead with automaker support Des…

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Petty Politics 44:49

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FBI rounding up texas Dems, Trump hiding paintings and looking for better job numbers, Nivdia deal + Tarrif Waivers + Ukraine summerPorches at www.porchtour.com - Big two weeks of porches coming up with runs in TN + Through Indiana up to OhioSPONSORS:SHeath.comYorkatom.comBy Run Your Mouth

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M&A Sugar High Ends, SDV Shifts, and the Quiet Cracking Crisis 12:12

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1120: Today we cover Presidio’s latest report showing dealership profitability gaining stable ground. We look at how automakers are shifting from solo efforts to shared platforms in the race for software-defined vehicles. We close with a growing workforce trend as quiet cracking challenges employee wellbeing and productivi…

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Ford’s Factory Revamp, GM Leans Into Autonomy, Teachers Using AI 10:56

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1119: Ford’s factory revamp signals a new EV era, GM doubles down on autonomy without the taxi business, and AI takes over lesson plans as teachers lean into technology’s potential. Show Notes with links: Ford will invest $2B to transform its Louisville, KY plant into a high-efficiency hub for an affordable, tech-packed el…

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The QTS Experience 228: with Joel Chakkalakal; Waste, Recycling, and the tubing at Schlitterbahn 1:07:49

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Sustainability in data centers boils down to slashing carbon footprints and waste—think Lean Six Sigma magic and robotic automation. I geek out with Joel Chakkalakal on decommissioning hacks, circular economies, and why ops folks deserve a seat at the design table. Let's make our industry greener, one velcro trace at a time! Studies, References, Da…

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Auto Loans Loosen, Jaguar Goes Luxe, Shoppers Can’t Resist the Aisle 13:22

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1118: Auto loan approvals are climbing as vehicle demand heats up, Jaguar doubles down on its high-dollar EV future, and a new survey shows U.S. shoppers are still splurging on impulse buys. Show Notes with links: New data shows consumers may finally be catching a break in the auto loan market. Approvals are up, interest i…

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Dealers Gear Up 7000 Backpacks for Students 10:10

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Shoot us a Text. On this second Saturday of month, Paul is joined by Chris and Nathan to share all the amazing things dealers are doing in communities across the nation. This back-to-school season, Toyota-Lexus-Minority Owner Dealers Associatoin partnered with Toyota, The Salvation Army, and Walmart to distribute over 16,000 backpacks filled with s…

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CarOffer To Shut Down, Ford’s EV Affordability Plan, GPT-5 Is Here 11:29

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1116: CarGurus shuts down CarOffer, trimming its wholesale tech reach. Ford opens a Long Beach EV hub to take on low-cost rivals. And OpenAI’s GPT-5 rolls out to all ChatGPT users, promising smarter, faster AI for everyone. Show Notes with links: CarGurus will shutter its wholesale digital marketplace CarOffer less than tw…

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Ford’s “Model T” Moment, Cybertruck Target Practice, Rivian’s Charging Retreat 10:51

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1115: Ford’s ready for its “Model T moment,” the Cybertruck heads to military testing, and Rivian turns EV charging into a Hamptons-style retreat. Show Notes with links: Ford is gearing up for a major EV push with plans to build a new generation of affordable electric vehicles, kicking off a pivotal new chapter that CEO Ji…

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Bad Recs 1:00:45

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MN this weekend. Then TN run + Indiana/Kentucky. www.porchtour.comToday's episode: Better usage for South Korean Propaganda SpeakersAlex BerensonThe search for Epstein's KillerWhy the news shouldn't report plane crashes AI Tech for pricing Nanci Pelosi ActRacist VillagesCourtroom AttacksIs trump trying to blow up the moon? SPONSORS:Yokratom.comwww.…

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Fain Under Fire, Silverado Goes The Distance, Gen Z Job Struggles 11:22

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1114: Shawn Fain’s own union members want him out. Chevy’s Silverado EV clocks an unbelievable 1,059 miles on a charge, and as AI reshapes white-collar work, Gen Z is finding job security in scrubs, not suits. Show Notes with links: Shawn Fain, the fiery UAW president who led the landmark 2023 strike against the Detroit 3,…

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Amazon Sells Used Cars, Rivian Sues Ohio, Ikea Inside A Best Buy 13:36

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1113: Today we cover Amazon’s push into used car sales, Rivian’s legal battle to sell direct in Ohio, and Ikea’s first-ever retail partnership with Best Buy. Show Notes with links: Amazon Autos now includes used and certified pre-owned vehicles. Starting in Los Angeles with Hyundai dealers, the program will soon roll out t…

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Carvana’s Wild Ride Continues, 25% of Loans Have Negative Equity, The Gen X Factor 12:48

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1112: Carvana’s stock hits jaw-dropping highs while negative equity haunts car buyers. At the same time, a new report says Gen X may quietly be the most powerful consumer group of the next decade. Show Notes with links: What once seemed like a dying online used‑car startup has roared back. Carvana’s share price hit an all‑…

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The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Tristan M Copeland - What About Gary? 1:21:21

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Today’s powerful episode comes from The Shrewsbury Coffee House, where Alex and Vick’s sit down with filmmaker Tristan M. Copeland to talk about his documentary What About Gary? The film tells the real story of Tristan’s cousin, Gary Matthews—a talented artist who tragically died of Covid after falling deep into anti-Covid conspiracy circles. Gary …

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A Sasquatch, A Fire Department And A Mud Run 10:35

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Shoot us a Text. On this Saturday, we're highlighting a fun mud run/competitive mud run put on by the Rohrman Auto Group to benefit their local fire department. Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cu…

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The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Shrewsbury Town FC Open Day 2025 1:25:37

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Today's episode is coming to you from Smithy's Bar as we take a look at Shrewsbury Town's Open Day. Join Alex as he attempts to cover the day in as much entirety as he can. Speaking to the talented stable of entertainers from Moose Records including Macy'O herself. We can't come to an Open Day and not speak to some players too right? We speak to Ta…

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Episode 227: Raiford Smith – Balloon Dogs, Grid Stress, and Data Center Ingenuity 57:27

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I'm diving into the grid's growing pains with Raiford Smith! Raiford says the grid is a balloon dog—squeeze it here, make it an anteater there. We unpack the stresson aging infrastructure and explore innovative fixes. Join us for a charged QTS Experience!By Dave McCall

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Latest Tariff Roundup, Robotaxi With A Driver, Agentic Checkout 11:32

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Shoot us a Text. Episode #1110: Today we cover Trump’s sweeping auto tariffs, Tesla’s not‑so‑autonomous “Robotaxi” rollout, and the rise of agentic checkout in online retail. Show Notes with links: President Trump’s country-by-country auto tariff deadline has arrived, setting off a new round of trade negotiations and recalibrations for global autom…

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The Shrewsbury Biscuit Podcast: Shrewsbury Food Festival 2025 1:15:12

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Welcome to the coverage of one of the best events in the Shropshire calendar, Shrewsbury Food Festival. Tune in as Alex takes his mic for a walk around the festival for the 2 days. Focussing mainly on chefs, food and businesses Alex manages to collect stunning interviews with the likes of Stuart Collins: Docket Restaurant, Christiaan De Vries: Grea…