Best Honda Challenge Podcasts (2025)

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New cabinet, Honda delays EV plans, Trump in Saudi Arabia, and more 27:44

2h ago27:44

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Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled his new cabinet. We have the names, the ministries, and a look at the big challenges ahead. Those include a trade war, Arctic security, energy development, and national unity. And that’s just to start. And: Honda Canada is delaying a $15-billion electric vehicle investment project in Ontario. The plans includ…

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U.S./China tariff “reset”, cabinet speculation, Alberta separatism, and more 27:01

16h ago27:01

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U.S. President Donald Trump says he has achieved a “reset” with China – a 90-day pause on extreme tariffs and countertariffs. It’s not clear yet how quickly the temporary agreement will affect trade. And: Sources say Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to have a more scaled-down cabinet, compared to the three dozen ministers in Justin Trudeau’s. The c…

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CarCast+Edmunds - BMW M5, Corvette interior, Chevy Silverado EV and more. 45:13

2d ago45:13

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Follow @motorator Follow @weaveroncars Follow @edmunds Presented by Bravago Hard SeltzersBy Bleav + Carolla Digital

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Zelenskyy challenges Putin to meet, U.S. and China trade negotiations, Millionaires advocating for higher taxes, and more. 27:21

1d ago27:21

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's ready to sit down with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war - challenging him to meet in-person in Turkey next week. Zelenskyy had demanded a 30-day ceasefire be agreed to first. But it now appears peace talks will go ahead without that guarantee. Also: Top U.S. trade negotiators say talk…

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Episode 127: Wiring a Race Car with FastX 54:14

3d ago54:14

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Send us a text Kevin Fennel of FastX Autosport joines me to talk about wiring your race car... If you are looking to upgrade, repair, add a PDM, etc... you dont want to miss this one! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast or support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast Support the show…

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India-Pakistan reach ceasefire deal, Russia proposes new peace talks, Ukraine hosts European leaders, new innovation to reduce Canada's reliance on the U.S. and more 26:52

3d ago26:52

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India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire in their latest round of fighting. But both sides accuse each other of violating that deal as leaders from around the world push for a more stable diplomatic solution. And: Russian President Vladimir Putin proposes new peace talks with Ukraine on May 15th in Istanbul. This after leaders of major Europea…

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Unemployment in Canada, China tariffs, new Parkinson's treatment, and more 27:51

4d ago27:51

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New jobs numbers suggest tariffs and the trade war are affecting the economy. Canada shed tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs, in the highest unemployment rate the country has seen – outside the pandemic – in years. And: U.S. President Donald Trump throws out another number for tariffs on China – this time: 80 per cent. It may be a sign he’s tr…

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American pope, U.S. - U.K. trade agreement, measles up again, and more 26:13

5d ago26:13

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Cardinals choose the first-ever American Pope. Cheers erupted in St. Peter’s Square as white smoke billowed – indicating the selection of Pope Leo XIV. The former Cardinal Prevost was born in Chicago. He served two decades as a priest and bishop in Peru. He delivered his first speech as pope this afternoon from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica i…

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Everything you wanted to know about Tremec transmissions. 44:20

6d ago44:20

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Black smoke: first vote of the conclave, ransom paid in school boards’ security breach, Canadian debut for baseball’s new star, and more 26:23

6d ago26:23

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Cardinals began the ancient and secret tradition of electing a new Pope. After the first vote, black smoke indicated that a new Pope had not been chosen. And: School boards that were subject to a data breach last year notify parents that a ransom was paid, but sensitive data was not deleted. Also: In a league of her own. One of Japan’s top female b…

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Carney and Trump meet in Washington, federal Conservatives select an interim leader, Cardinals prepare to elect a new Pope, and more 27:09

7d ago27:09

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Prime Minister Carney visits Washington for his first face-to-face with President Trump. The two leaders talked about tariffs, and how their countries can work together. No decision was made on trade, but Carney pushed back on renewed '51st state' comments from Trump, adding Canada is 'not for sale.' Also: Pierre Poilieve reflects on last week’s el…

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S6, E241 - Privacy Please News: Your data isn't just for sale—it's the main attraction. 4:18

8d ago4:18

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Send us a text Privacy Please News, for hitting big topics quickly with a hint of sarcasm to bring some joy and knowledge. This week, we hit on the latest privacy events in tech with a satirical perspective on how your data is being shared, sold, and exploited. From Google's dramatic stance on sharing search data to state-sponsored hackers dominati…

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Carney lands in Washington, Trump takes aim at Hollywood North, 80 years since the liberation of the Netherlands from the Nazis, and more 27:02

8d ago27:02

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The Prime Minister is in Washington ahead of Tuesday’s critical first meeting with the U.S. President. Mark Carney and Donald Trump are expected to talk trade, tariffs, and Canada's sovereignty, but some experts question how much will get sorted out during this initial face-to-face. Also: Canada's multi-billion dollar film and television industry p…

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CarCast+Edmunds - Cross country in a Tacoma. Plus, Ford Maverick Hybrid, BMW 540i and BMW M4 CS. 50:10

9d ago50:10

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Trump talks Canada and tariffs, Dutch Remembrance Day, Women in the Catholic church, and more 24:27

9d ago24:27

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In a wide ranging interview with NBC's Meet the Press, U.S. President Donald Trump once again repeated his threat of making Canada the 51st state - but ruled out using the military to do so. He also addressed his tariffs, and their blows to his country's economy - and whether he is serious about wanted a third term in the White House. Also: For peo…

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Episode 126: Honda J Series with P2R! 54:01

10d ago54:01

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Send us a text Sean Yearwood from PowerRevRacing.com (P2R) joins me to talk about the Honda J series engines... and the bad (or good) ideas start flying. Front wheel, rear wheel, all wheel... and even PLANES get these engines... If you can... plan on a J series for your next project car! If you like what you hear please share the podcast and/or don…

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U.S. auto parts tariffs take effect, Labour Party wins Australian election, profitability in women's sports, and more 27:00

10d ago27:00

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U.S. President Donald Trump's 25 percent tariff on auto parts is now in effect - covering everything from engines to door hinges. Canadian auto part imports are exempt for now under the Canada U.S. Mexico free trade agreement. But auto workers in this country are still feeling the sting of the trade war. Also: Voters in Australia have given the Lab…

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The Prime Minister’s priorities, G.M. cuts jobs over Trump’s trade war, CBC News inside Iran, and more 26:39

11d ago26:39

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Prime Minister Mark Carney holds his first news conference since Monday's election win, dropping details of his upcoming meeting in Washington with the U.S. President, a visit from the King, and his priorities for a minority Liberal government. Plus: Trump tariff fallout. General Motors slashes shifts, and hundreds of jobs at its Oshawa, Ontario as…

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Indigenous leaders call for an end to Alberta premier's separatism talk, measles on the rise, Signalgate casualty, and more 26:25

12d ago26:25

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Indigenous leaders speak out against Alberta's premier, and accuse Danielle Smith of trying to create a national unity crisis. The comments come as Alberta proposes a bill to make it easier for voters to trigger referendums — including on seceding from Canada. Also: Measles cases continue to rise across Canada. We look at where this highly contagio…

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Kyle Petty talks about the Kyle Petty Charity Ride, Paul Newman, driving his Dad’s Superbird at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and more. 37:16

13d ago37:16

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Presented by Bravago Hard Seltzers Check out the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Learn more about Victory JunctionBy Bleav + Carolla Digital

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Trump talks deals, Carney to do list, students learn WWII history by travelling, and more 26:27

13d ago26:27

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Let’s make a deal. The U.S. President says he congratulated Mark Carney on his election win Monday. Trump says the Prime Minister will be in Washington within the next week to talk trade… and potentially reach an agreement on tariffs. And: Prime Minister Carney may be travelling to Washington but he already faces a long to-do list that includes pic…

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S6, E240 - From IAPP Insights to Security Challenges: What Really Matters 13:45

13d ago13:45

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Send us a text Cameron and Gabe return after a brief hiatus to explore major developments in security, privacy, and resilience. They dive into insights from the IAPP conference and VeeamOn, examining how AI governance and outdated privacy tools are reshaping the industry landscape. • AI governance frameworks dominated IAPP discussions with companie…

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Liberals win a minority, Poilievre loses his seat, Singh resigns, and more 25:32

14d ago25:32

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The Liberals under Mark Carney have won a fourth consecutive term. With another minority government the Liberals will need to find allies to pass their legislative agenda. For the Conservatives... the dust is still settling. They had some big breakthroughs where they needed them, and they got the largest share of the popular vote in the party's his…

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Election Day, tragedy in Vancouver, and more. 26:18

15d ago26:18

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Canadians go to the polls to decide which party and leader will guide the country through economic turmoil, and threats from the U.S. president. And: More details about the victims in the ramming attack Saturday in Vancouver. Eleven people were killed, and more than a dozen are still in hospital. A 30-year-old man is charged with multiple counts of…

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CarCast+Edmunds - Edmunds’ Cybertruck gets hit and results in $58,000 of damage. Plus, the new Slate truck, Range Rover EV and Lucid Gravity. 1:00:58

16d ago1:00:58

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Vancouver car ramming, Final day of election campaign, and more 29:30

16d ago29:30

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At least 11 people are dead and dozens more are injured after an SUV was allegedly rammed through the crowd at a Filipino festival in Vancouver. We have extensive coverage of the investigation now underway - and how communities in B.C. and across the country are mourning. Also: The federal election campaign is coming to a close. We have an in depth…

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Episode 125: When to Hire a Race Engineer (maybe part 1!?!?!) 1:12:40

17d ago1:12:40

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Send us a text Bryan Hise from 057Motorsports.com joins me to talk about when we should hire a track side engineer as an amateur and what we can expect! 057 Motorsports also has a product launching soon where the engineer wont have to be track side... and it will save you $$$$ If you like what you hear... share the podcast and/or donate at https://…

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Campaigns enter final weekend, Pope Francis' funeral, Measles on the rise in Alberta, and more 28:36

17d ago28:36

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Federal party leaders are making their last pitches to voters, as the campaign enters its final weekend. While Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh make stops in Ontario, Pierre Poilievre is in B.C. - where seats in that province and others across western Canada could determine what form the next government takes. Also: World leaders, Catholics and thousa…

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Countdown to Election Day, FBI arrests a judge, hockey mistrial, and more. 26:27

18d ago26:27

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With the federal election campaign heading into its last days, party leaders sharpen their messages to voters. Mark Carney leans into the public fear of American annexation, while Pierre Poilievre details the changes he’d deliver in his first 100 days if elected prime minister. Both the NDP and Bloc Quebecois leaders argue they’d have vital roles t…

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Trump/Carney phone call questions, expats vote, daycare company plea, and more 26:40

19d ago26:40

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With just a few days left in this election campaign Liberal leader Mark Carney is hammering home his pitch that he is the best one to take on U.S. President Donald Trump. But there are new questions tonight about just what was said when the two talked back in March. And: Cross border relations are crucial in this campaign. As many as 800-thousand C…

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Reminiscing about the McLaren 720S vs the Bugatti Chiron. Also, the new Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution. 42:46

20d ago42:46

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Poilievre’s plan to arrest homeless, thousands file past pope’s coffin, coral is dying worldwide. 26:49

20d ago26:49

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Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising to deal with encampments of homeless people by arresting them. He pledged to clean up the problem in parks but to also get drug treatment for those who need it. Critics want to know how criminalizing homelessness deals with unaffordable housing and helping people in need. Still with the election, th…

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Record on early voting, Pope funeral plans, hockey player trial, and more 25:21

21d ago25:21

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Canadians may be more engaged in this election race than ever before. More than seven million people cast a ballot over the weekend. It’s a record for advance polls. There are just six days left until Election Day, and the parties are working hard to push out their messages. The Conservatives have become the last major party to release a fully-cost…

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Death of the Pope, private healthcare, Hegseth on Signal again, and more 28:14

22d ago28:14

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Pope Francis has died at 88. Catholics around the world are in mourning, as plans are made for his funeral. We have reaction from around the world, and here in Canada, including from Indigenous people, whom the Pope apologized to for the abuses that happened at residential schools. And: Canadians are having to use their own money – to access basic …

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CarCast+Edmunds - Testing the Audi Q6 e-tron and Volvo EX30. New York Auto Show recap. 49:36

23d ago49:36

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Record turnout in advance voting, encampments outside cities on the rise, Filipino food in small town New Brunswick, and more 29:43

23d ago29:43

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Canadians are voting in record numbers this weekend in advance polls across the country, with nearly two million ballots cast on Friday alone. The high turnout comes as parties begin releasing their costed platforms, and as the campaign heads into its final week. Also: Major cities like Toronto have seen a spike in the number of homeless encampment…

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Episode 124: Oiling a Race Car 44:11

24d ago44:11

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Send us a text Joe Adams from the Slick Talk Podcast (@blackstonelaboratories) joins me to talk about oil analysis and your race car! If you like what you hear... please share the podcast! Support the showBy Kaan

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Campaigns unveil costed platforms, U.S. sends asylum seekers to Panama, NHL playoffs begin and more 29:42

24d ago29:42

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Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh unveil the Liberal and NDP costed platforms, as Pierre Poilievre talks about tackling the fentanyl crisis. You'll hear about today's election campaign announcements as Canadians continue to head to advance polls to get their votes in early. Also: The crackdown on immigration in the U.S. has sent hundreds of asylum seek…

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Advance polls open, Ukraine ceasefire talks, the Bible in Hollywood, and more… 26:57

25d ago26:57

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Advance polls are open, bringing with them the opportunity to vote, but also some frustration. Line ups at some polls are long, as people use a holiday to get out and vote. And: U.S. President Donald Trump says he wants to help broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine but – he won’t wait forever. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. c…

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English debate, what farmers want, signs of life in space, and more 25:05

26d ago25:05

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It’s debate night – again. The major party leaders will directly face off with each other for the last time before election day. With just over a week to go, there’s a lot on the line for each of them. One cohort that may be watching closely: farmers. We have a story about what farmers in northern Alberta want to hear before they cast their votes. …

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Goldberg’s Cobra project status. McMurtry Spéirling drives upside down. Oscars to include an award for stunts. 48:19

27d ago48:19

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French debate night, interest rates hold, women's pro soccer in Canada, and more 26:52

27d ago26:52

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Canada’s main election rivals are on stage tonight for one of their toughest challenges: the French language debate. The Conservatives, NDP and Bloc Québécois will be out to take the sheen off the Liberals who are doing well in the polls. Absent from the stage will be the Green Party, which lost its spot at the eleventh hour. And: Dozens of ridings…

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Fears over Honda report, food inflation, chemicals in mattresses, and more 25:57

28d ago25:57

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Honda says it is not planning to move production out of Canada in the foreseeable future. A report in Japanese media claimed the automaker was considering moving to the United States in response to Donald Trump’s tariff plan. Political leaders respond on the federal campaign trail. And: Overall inflation cooled to 2.3 per cent in Canada last month,…

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Notwithstanding or not? Tariff confusion, new ideas on child obesity, and more 27:14

29d ago27:14

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Canada’s party leaders react to a proposal to circumvent the constitution to get tougher on convicted criminals. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says he’s willing to use the notwithstanding clause to allow for longer prison sentences. Liberal Leader Mark Carney called using the plan “a dangerous step.” And: Donald Trump may be changing his pla…

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CarCast+Edmunds - Tesla Model Y vs. Chevy Equinox EV vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs. Honda Prologue. Plus Lucid Aid long-term review. 58:55

1M ago58:55

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Federal campaign tricks, New York businesses missing Canadian tourists, seniors in Hong Kong cope with loneliness, and more 29:02

1M ago29:02

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Time is running out for leaders to sell their pitches to voters, with the federal campaign entering its final weeks. The Conservative party is accusing the Liberals of attempting to bring American style politics to Canada - after Liberal operatives planted buttons with divisive messages at a Conservative conference in Ottawa last week. Also: More t…

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Episode 123: Track Talk - NJMP Thunderbolt 41:22

1M ago41:22

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Send us a text NASA NE Race Director, Brian Casella, joins me to talk out... NJMP Thunderbolt! In 2025 NASA NE and NASA MA will have a crossover race there... and I'm hoping to go... I need some tips and you get to listen to them! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast. Support the showBy Kaan

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Electronics exempt from U.S.-China tariffs, Post-secondary students reconsider U.S. education, Scottish bog becomes a world heritage site, and more. 28:59

1M ago28:59

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Smartphones, computers and other electronics have now been exempted from U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on China. You'll hear how that could bring some relief to American consumers. Also: Thousands of Canadian students head to the U.S. every year to attend university. But recent tensions between the two countries have some students thinking …

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