Topic: Automobiles

2 chapters across the catalog

Lousy Hummus
Episode 1353 2:18:11 - 2:20:46

1353: Lousy Hummus

Biden Job Growth, Computer Chip Shortage

President Biden gave a rambling speech linking job growth to vaccination rates, despite confusing statistics. He claimed the administration is bringing computer chip manufacturing back to the U.S. to solve the automotive shortage. However, the hosts point out that new tax implications are driving manufacturers toward Korea instead of domestic production.

Climate Crisis Special
Episode 1336 1:24:19 - 1:26:42

1336: Climate Crisis Special

Victory Gardens, Existential Threats, and Urban Adaptation

Proponents of radical climate action suggest a return to World War II-style mobilization, including "Victory Gardens" and banning consumer automobile production to repurpose factory capacity. Experts from Simon Fraser University describe a "low carbon resilient future" as a beautiful, quiet world with more parks and shared spaces. They argue that political leaders have failed to address the "existential threat" of climate change.