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We now have the power to quickly and easily alter DNA. It could eliminate disease. It could solve world hunger. It could provide unlimited clean energy. It could get really out of hand.
Written by Amy Maxmen. Originally published in August 2 ... Show More
Oct 31
From The Big Story: How the CIA Used a Fake Sci-Fi Flick to Rescue Americans From Tehran
To hear stories three days earlier, listen on The Big Story: http://swap.fm/l/wi-bigstorypod-feeddrop Sneaking six Americans out of Iran in 1979 would take an audacious plan, false identities, and an epic Hollywood cover story. Written by Joshuah Bearman. Originally published ... Show More
36m 54s
Feb 2025
970: The Cadillac Irreleviq, A Car That Makes You Earn It, Driving Beyond The Brink
For Topic Tuesday, the guys help Ricardo M. decide if too many gears ruin torquey engines? They debate perceptions for Daniel P., who wants something fast, luxurious and sporty without giving off the wrong vibe. Social media questions ask how you do Drive Homework on cars that ar ... Show More
1h 1m
Jul 2024
913: Track Ready Offerings, Apply Your Critical Eye, The Car Shuffle
It’s intriguing to note an increasing number of manufacturers introducing track-ready features on their cars! NASCAR reveals an EV prototype, Polestar reveals a track-focused 6, and an Evija X crashes at Goodwood. The guys discuss debates for Nate M, who just has the ‘wants,’ and ... Show More
46m 4s
May 2025
996: A Mustang-Shaped Race Car, Cylinder Count Matters, Trick Yourself Into Another Brand
For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what era or decade of car makes the best sound? They debate practical but fun vehicles for Colton S., who wants to get out of his comfort zone. Social media questions ask how you can pry yourself away from a brand you obsess over, is there an ... Show More
1h 6m
Nov 2023
852: Targeting Car Enthusiasts, The Band Van, Money Makes Noise
It’s Taco Tuesday! The new Toyota Tacoma has been revealed, and the guys drive it both on and off-road for a video now playing on their TestDrive channel. The Topic Tuesday question from Jason K. asks if people are ‘out’ to get car enthusiasts? The guys debate cool band vehicles ... Show More
56 m
Oct 2024
944: Operators Are Standing By, Everything Will Go 100, The Soul Of A Handbuilt Car
For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if a fun-to-drive car can make a non-enthusiast enjoy driving? Rocco B. wonders if most people are hard-wired to consider cars as practical tools and nothing else? Then, the guys debate what’s next for Corey D., who wants a hand-built feeling ... Show More
58m 59s
Sep 2023
833: NISMO Everything, MazdaSpeeding, Toyota Is Dating
For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what’s the next everyman’s enthusiast brand? Ford used to build enthusiast cars at every price level, so who is the next heir apparent? Patrick in CT asks what winter car to buy that his sons will think is cool. Social media questions ask why ... Show More
50m 43s
Feb 2024
873: Like A Bad First Date, #VanLifeWithFourCars, Slicks On A Minivan
How do you not become a Mustang ‘FAIL’ video? Jeff in Chicago has owned many Mustangs, but willing to try other cars while he’s focused on his family. The guys debate his-and-hers sports cars for Olivia in UT, whose fiancée owns a Miata that he won’t sell. Social media questions ... Show More
50m 29s