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Jan 2025
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CA Home Insurance in Full Crisis & TikTo...

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Episode 494: Neal and Toby dive into the insurance dilemma in California that’s been brought to light due to the destructive wildfires in LA. Then, TikTok makes a desperate attempt at preventing a ban by making its case in front of the Supreme Court. Plus, there’s two Dogs of the Week: bonds and quantum computing. Also, Japanese hi-tech toilets are making their way through the US. Lastly, a final roundup of the day’s headlines to head into the weekend.


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00:00 - Welcome back Toby

03:00 - Insurance Crisis from LA Wildfires

08:15 - TikTok Heads to the Supreme Court 

11:55 - Dog of the Week: Bonds

17:10 - Dog of the Week: Quantum Computing Stock

21:00 - Japanese Smart Toilets

23:45 - Headlines

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