Best Marc Corn Podcasts (2025)

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China, Made by Apple w/ Patrick McGee 1:05:47

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President Trump’s tariffs on China have highlighted how much American companies, and consumers, depend on products made in China. And arguably no company has been more exposed than Apple. The conventional wisdom in the West is that Apple and other corporations simply flocked to China for cheap, unskilled labor. While that is true, it masks the dept…

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Nuclear 101: Reactors of the Future with Ed Petit De Mange, Patrick O’Brien, Kathleen Nelson Romans and Emmet Penney 59:21

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Nuclear power is experiencing a notable revival in policy circles. The Trump administration has moved quickly on this front, drafting executive orders to accelerate plant construction, directing the Pentagon to explore reactor installations on military bases, and reshaping the regulatory landscape. A recent $900 million solicitation for small modul…

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Keeping Kids Safe Online w/Clare Morell 50:36

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Most American parents say technology makes it harder to raise kids than in the pre-social media era. And while social scientists debate the exact impact of ubiquitous Internet access on children, policymakers are increasingly responding to parents’ concerns. The Kids Online Safety Act, which aims to address the addictive features of social media th…

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Permission to Build: How States Are Shaping our Energy Future w/ Thomas Hochman and Emmet Penney 46:57

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America's infrastructure future isn't being decided in Washington—it's being fought permit by permit in state capitals across the country. While politicians talk about building more, the real bottlenecks are happening where rubber meets bureaucratic road. From Donald Trump to Pete Buttigieg, everyone agrees: America has forgotten how to build thing…

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Digitizing the State: Lessons from Estonia w/Joel Burke and Keegan McBride 54:35

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In an era where government tech projects often end in billion-dollar failures and privacy nightmares, there's a tiny Baltic nation that's quietly revolutionized what's possible. Estonia—a country of just 1.3 million people—has built what might be the world's most efficient digital government. Every public service is online. Digital signatures save …

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A Conservative Realignment on Antitrust w/FTC Commissioner Mark Meador 57:50

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Mark Meador is the newest commissioner on the Federal Trade Commission, which plays a dual role: enforcing both antitrust and consumer protection laws. It also serves as America's de facto technology regulator, including overseeing digital privacy and cybersecurity issues. Commissioner Meador embodies the political realignment reshaping conservativ…

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Unions and the New Right w/Liya Palagashvili 46:31

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For decades, conservatives treated unions like an economic flu—tolerable in small doses, but best avoided altogether. But starting with Trump's election in 2016, that narrative began to unravel, with prominent Republicans increasingly taking pro-union positions. Perhaps the most striking example was Teamsters President Sean O'Brien speaking at the …

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AI for Science and Discovery, w/Austin Carson 53:55

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The race to harness AI for scientific discovery may be the most consequential technological competition of this time—yet it's happening largely out of public view. While many AI headlines focus on chatbots writing essays and tech giants battling over billion-dollar models, a quiet revolution is brewing in America's laboratories. AI systems like Alp…

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How to Make Social Media Better w/Alissa Cooper 54:42

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It’s easy to take for granted how much social media pervades our lives. Depending on the survey, upwards of 75-80 percent of Americans are using it daily—not to mention billions of people around the world. And over the past decade, we’ve seen a major backlash over the various failings of Big Tech. Much of the ire of policymakers has been focused on…

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Can AI Be Privately Regulated? w/Andrew Freedman 52:17

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When it comes to AI policy, and AI governance, Washington is arguably sending mixed signals. Overregulation is a concern—but so is underregulation. Stakeholders across the political spectrum and business world have a lot of conflicting thoughts. More export controls on AI chips, or less. More energy production, but what about the climate? Less liab…

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Tech and the Family: Building for the Next Generation w/Katherine Boyle and Neil Chilson 41:50

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In this week’s episode of The Dynamist, guest host Jon Askonas is joined by Katherine Boyle, (General Partner at a16z) and Neil Chilson (Head of AI Policy at the Abundance Institute), to tackle a critical yet often overlooked question: How is technology reshaping the American family? As tech giants like TikTok and Instagram come under scrutiny for …

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Antitrust and Big Tech: from Biden to Trump w/Lina Khan 53:22

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During the Biden Administration, few figures in Washington sparked so much debate and caused so much spilled ink as Lina Khan. The Wall Street Journal published over 80 editorials criticizing her approach, while politically opposed tech titans like LinkedIn's Reid Hoffman and Tesla's Elon Musk called for her firing. Meanwhile, an unlikely coalition…

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Bluesky: Feed Freedom, or X-odus Refuge? W/ CEO Jay Graber 45:21

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BlueSky was once a research initiative within Jack Dorsey’s Twitter aimed at decentralizing the architecture or the platform social media writ large. Today, BlueSky is an independent platform with remarkable momentum. Following Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter and subsequent policy shifts, BlueSky has experienced unprecedented growth, expanding f…

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Mutually Assured Malfunction and the AI Arms Race w/Dan Hendrycks and Sam Hammond 50:13

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AI has emerged as a critical geopolitical battleground where Washington and Beijing are racing not just for economic advantage, but military dominance. Despite these high stakes, there's surprising little consensus on how—or whether—to respond to frontier AI development. The polarized landscape features techno-optimists battling AI safety advocates…

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A Counterfeit Cloud over U.S.-China Trade w/ Joel Thayer 46:42

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It’s an understatement that U.S.-China relations have been tense in recent years. Policymakers and industry leaders have elevated concerns around China’s trade practices, including currency manipulation, intellectual property theft, and allegations that China is directing or enabling fentanyl to flood into the U.S. Trade and public health are incre…

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Tech Made in America: Trump’s Tariffs and Industrial Policy w/Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher 54:21

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Since President Trump returned to office, tariffs have once again dominated economic policy discussions. Recent headlines have highlighted escalating trade tensions with China, renewed disputes with Canada and Mexico, and the ongoing controversy surrounding Trump’s proposal to repeal the CHIPS Act—a $52 billion semiconductor initiative that enjoys …

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Public Service Error 404: Tech Talent Not Found w/Arun Gupta 47:46

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Everyone wants government to work better, and part of that is updating outdated systems and embracing modern technology. The problem? Our federal government faces a critical tech talent crisis. Only 6.3% of federal software engineers are under the age of 30, which is lower than the percentage of total federal workers under 30. That means that feder…

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Fusion: A Thousand Years of Energy? w/Sachin Desai and Thomas Hochman 55:32

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Fusion energy, potentially a fuel source that could last a thousand years, is transitioning from science fiction to business reality. Helion Energy recently signed the first fusion power purchase agreement with Microsoft, promising 50 megawatts by 2028. But the story isn't just about the physics breakthroughs that make fusion possible. The U.S. and…

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What do Jeeps, Porsches & iPhones have in common? | Mike Kunigonis, Corning Automotive Glass Solutions 1:02:45

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Mike Kunigonis, VP & GM of Corning Automotive Glass Solutions. From iPhones to windshields! The guys discuss fiber optics in cars, Gorilla Glass, their partnership with Apple, their newest innovation: Fusion 5, the evolution of glass technology, AR & HUDs, and much more. 0:28 - Introduction to Cor…

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Electrifying Icons with Everrati Founder & CEO Justin Lunny 1:01:25

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Everrati Founder & CEO Justin Lunny. Everatti is electrifying your favorite classics! From Mercedes, to Porsche, to Land Rover and more! Some classics are just better electrified! 0:07 - Introduction to Everati and Electric Resto Mods. 2:17 - Everati's Mission and Unique Approach. 4:50 - Addressin…

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Finding the Middle of Social Media w/Renée DiResta and Luke Hogg 58:11

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Mark Zuckerberg sent shockwaves around the world when Meta announced the end of its fact-checking program in the U.S. on its platforms Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Critics lamented the potential for more mis/disinformation online while proponents (especially conservatives) rejoiced, as they saw the decision as a rollback of political censorshi…

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The Re-Emergence of Scout Motors with President & CEO Scott Keogh 1:15:04

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Scout Motors President & CEO, Scott Keogh! The guys discuss Scout's Reemergence into the Market with the Scout Traveler SUV & Terra Truck, Market Demand for EREVs, their Unique Electrification Strategy, Community UX Infotainment System, Consumer Reception, and How Their Plan to Refresh on the Mode…

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Building American Talent: Education as National Security w/Melissa Moritz, Sara Schapiro, Dan Lips, and Robert Bellafiore 39:03

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During the pandemic, Congress spent an unprecedented $190 billion to help reopen schools and address learning loss. But new test scores show the investment isn't paying off - fourth and eighth grade reading levels have hit record lows, performing worse than even during COVID's peak. As the Trump administration signals dramatic changes to federal ed…

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America's Education Emergency w/Chester Finn, Dan Lips, and Robert Bellafiore 48:47

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During the pandemic from 2020 to 2021, Congress dropped $190 billion to help reopen schools, provide tutoring, and assist with remote learning. The results? Fourth graders' math scores have plummeted 18 points from 2019-2023, eighth graders’ have dropped 27 points - the worst decline since testing began in 1995. Adult literacy is deteriorating too,…

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Unbreaking Bureaucracy: State Capacity 101 w/Jennifer Pahlka and Andrew Greenway 59:38

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The newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has put state capacity back in the spotlight, reigniting debates over whether the federal government is fundamentally broken or just mismanaged. With Elon Musk at the helm, DOGE has already taken drastic actions, from shutting down USAID to slashing bureaucratic redundancies. Supporte…

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The Future of Dodge with CEO Matt McAlear 1:00:04

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Dodge CEO, Matt McAlear! The guys dive into the all new Dodge Charger Daytona(EV & ICE), the "Fratzonic" artificial sound, their transition to EVs, how the new administration may shake things up, generational perspectives on EVs, defining success for the Charger EV, Hornet, Durango, Viper, EV adop…

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A Little Tech Agenda for 2025 w/Garry Tan and Jon Askonas 49:42

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At Trump's second inauguration, one of the biggest stories, if not the biggest, was the front-row presence of Big Tech CEOs like Google’s Sundar Pichai and Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg—placed even ahead of Cabinet members. As the plum seating signaled a striking shift in Silicon Valley's relationship with Washington, just 24 hours later, the administrati…

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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vehicles with Brian Goldstein of Energy Independence Now 1:14:15

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with the Executive Director of Energy Independence Now, Brian Goldstein! Learn more at EINow.com & DriveH2.org! 0:57 - Question of the Day - Choosing The Right EV. 9:27 - What is Energy Independence Now 13:40 - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's Hydrogen Highway Initiative. 19:12 - Where Are W…

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DeepSeek: Deep Trouble for U.S. AI? w/Tim Fist and Sam Hammond 47:23

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Chinese AI startup DeepSeek’s release of AI reasoning model R1 sent NVIDIA and other tech stocks tumbling yesterday as investors questioned whether U.S. companies were spending too much on AI development. That’s because DeepSeek claims it made this model for only $6 million, a fraction of the hundreds of millions that OpenAI spent making o1, its ne…

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The Escape of Carlos Ghosn with Sean McLain of WSJ 1:21:58

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Wall Street Journal's Sean McLain! The group discusses Sean's Book (Boundless: The Rise, Fall, & Escape of Carlos Ghosn) & Documentary (Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn), about the unprecedented story of one of the most feared and admired automotive executives - Carlos Ghosn. 1:22 - Die Hard! 05…

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Copyright vs. AI Part 4: The Road Ahead w/Tim Hwang and Josh Levine 59:08

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As revelations about Meta's use of pirated books for AI training send shockwaves through the tech industry, the battle over copyright and AI reaches a critical juncture. In this final episode of The Dynamist's series on AI and copyright, Evan is joined by FAI's Senior Fellow Tim Hwang and Tech Policy Manager Joshua Levine to discuss how these legal…

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Copyright vs. AI Part 3: IP and Cybersecurity w/Jason Zhao, Jamil N. Jaffer, and Tim Hwang 39:35

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In the third installment of The Dynamist's series exploring AI and copyright, FAI Senior Fellow Tim Hwang leads a forward-looking discussion about how market dynamics, technological solutions, and geopolitics could reshape today's contentious battles over AI training data. Joined by Jason Zhao, co-founder of Story AI, and Jamil Jaffer, Executive Di…

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Tesla's Early Years + Software Defined Trailers with Ali Javidan, Founder & CEO of Range Energy 1:27:54

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Founder & CEO of Range Energy, Ali Javidan! The guys chat with Ali about his incredible resume (Ground Control Suspension, Tesla, Google, Zoox, Dinan), Tesla before & after Elon Musk, bringing the original Tesla Roadster & Model S to life, AND they talk all about his new company, Range Energy - El…

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Copyright Versus AI Part 2: Hollywood and Creators 59:15

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From the SAG-AFTRA picket lines to the New York Times lawsuit against OpenAI, the battle over AI's role in creative industries is heating up. In this second episode of The Dynamist's series on AI and copyright, we dive into the messy reality of how artists, creators, and tech companies are navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Our guests brin…

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Why America Is Struggling with EVs with MotorTrend's Mexico Editor Miguel Cortina 1:11:51

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with MotorTrend's Mexico Editor, Miguel Cortina! Miguel talks about the success of his TWO documentaries for MotorTrend - "China's Big Bet On Mexico" & "Why America Is Struggling With EVs". 0:35 - Question of the Day: Concerns About EV Charging Infrastructure. 3:24 - About today's guest: MotorTrend's M…

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Copyright Versus AI Part 1: The Legal Battle w/Pamela Samuelson 46:03

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Copyright law and artificial intelligence are on a collision course, with major implications for the future of AI development, research, and innovation. In this first episode of The Dynamist's four-part series exploring AI and copyright, we're joined by Professor Pamela Samuelson of Berkeley Law, a pioneering scholar in intellectual property law an…

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Designing For The Future with GM's Brian Smith 1:15:50

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with GM's Director of Advanced Design in California, Brian Smith! Brian discusses his 30 years of designing for GM, the Future of Cadillac EVs, Formula 1, Lessons from Chinese EVs, Autonomy, innovations in user experience, and more! 0:43 - Jaguar's Type 00 Concept Unveiled. 6:07 - Brian's Background in Car…

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The Future of Digital War w/Kevin Kennedy 58:16

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As we approach the three-year mark of the war in Ukraine, and conflict continues to rage in the Middle East, technology has played a key role in these arenas—from cyber attacks and drones to propaganda efforts over social media. In Ukraine, SpaceX’s Starlink has blurred the lines between commercial and military communications, with the satellite br…

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Balancing the Transition of Powertrain with Dimitris Psillakis, President & CEO Mercedes-Benz North America 1:10:57

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz North America, Dimitris Psillakis! Dimitris discusses the E-Class winning MotorTrend's 2025 Car of the Year, the Introduction of the Electric G-Class, current hurdles for EV adoption, Level 3 Autonomous Driving with Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot, Formula 1, innovations…

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Coming to America with Cupra CEO Wayne Griffiths 56:46

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Cupra CEO, Wayne Griffiths! After much success in the European market, Cupra will be heading to the U.S.! 0:35 - QOTD - Why aren't Independent Gas Stations adding EV Chargers? 5:19 - About Cupra 8:55 - Introducing Cupra! Success in Europe and Plans for the US. 13:12 - Understanding the US Market a…

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Looking Forward, Looking Back: a 2024 Tech Policy ‘Wrapped’ w/Luke Hogg and Josh Levine 51:09

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2024 has been a whirlwind year for tech policy, filled with landmark moments that could shape the industry for years to come. From the high-profile antitrust lawsuits aimed at Big Tech to intense discussions around data privacy and online safety for kids, the spotlight on how technology impacts our daily lives has never been brighter. Across the At…

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Hydrogen Powered Boats with Zero Emission Industries CEO Joe Pratt 1:14:57

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MotorTrend's Ed loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Zero Emission Industries (ZEI) CEO, Joe Pratt to talk all about HYDROGEN BOATS! Why does Hydrogen make sense for Maritime use? Let's get into it! 0:45 - Could Deregulation Lead to Faster Hydrogen Adoption? 3:20 - Introduction to ZEI (Zero Emission Industries). 4:27 - The Case for Hydrogen in Marit…

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Converting Classics with Moment Motor Company Founder & CEO Marc Davis 1:19:21

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Moment Motor Company Founder & CEO, Marc Davis! "When you think about driving a classic (car) every day, this is the best way to do it." - Marc Davis. 0:42 - About our guest. 2:50 - Converting classic cars into EVs since 2017. 4:50 - The Evolution of Electric Vehicle Components. 8:52 - Crashed Teslas.…

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Age Gates & Free Speech: The Texas Porn Law Debate w/Adam Candeub and Robert Corn-Revere 1:07:38

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There is growing concern among parents and policymakers over the Internet’s harms to children—from online pornography to social media. Despite that, Congress hasn’t passed any legislation on children’s online safety in decades. And while psychologists continue to debate whether and to what extent certain Internet content harms children, several sta…

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New EV Charging Infrastructure Solutions with ItsElectric COO & Co-Founder Tiya Gordon 1:07:18

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with COO & Co-Founder of ItsElectric, Tiya Gordon! Tiya talks about her company's mission to tackle urban charging challenges with curb-side chargers in YOUR city! Ask them for a charger - it's FREE! Join the waitlist at www.itselectric.us/join 0:36 - QOTD - New Adm inistration. 1:30 - Elon Musk’s infl…

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Is Medicare a ‘Valley of Death’ for Innovation? w/Katie Meyer 31:44

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Is Medicare a valley of death for medical innovation? While the U.S. is seen as a global leader in medical device innovation, the $800+ billion program that covers healthcare costs for senior citizens has been slow to reimburse certain medical devices, even when those devices are approved by the Food and Drug Administration. On average, it takes Me…

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How Regulators Should Approach Big Tech and Corporate Power w/ Andrew Ferguson 59:47

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is a once sleepy, three-letter agency in Washington that serves as the nation’s general purpose consumer protection regulator—dealing with everything from deceptive advertising to fraud. In recent years, however, the FTC has become somewhat of a household name thanks to current chair Lina Khan and high-profile cas…

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Let’s Talk About EV Tires with Tire Rack's Woody Rogers 1:15:48

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MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Tire Rack's SVP Marketing, Woody Rogers, to talk all about TIRES! No matter the vehicle, they need tires! The guys discuss the history of Tire Rack, three top tire tips, how to make a more informed tire purchase decision, EV tire myths, Winter vs Summer tires, heat cycling, tire shaving, and more!…

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Elon, Vivek, and Government Efficiency w/Sam Hammond and Dan Lips 43:10

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President-elect Trump recently announced that entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the Department of Government Efficiency. Musk had forecast the idea in the tail end of the presidential election, championing a commission focused on cutting government spending and regulation. In a statement posted to Truth Social, the president-ele…

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Tech Election Postmortem 46:45

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Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, Republicans won control of the Senate, and the GOP is slated to maintain control of the House. If you turn on cable news, you will see many pundits playing monday morning quarterback in the wake of this Republican trifecta, arguing about the merits of how people voted, speculating on cabinet secretar…