Podcasts about drivers

Lando Norris achieved his lifelong dream in 2025, becoming Formula 1 World Champion for the first time after a rollercoaster title battle that went all the way down to the wire in Abu Dhabi.Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Lando talks about not being nervous before that season-finale, what it really means to achieve the goal he's been chasing for so long, how becoming champion has changed him and whether he ever considered ‘doing a Nico Rosberg' and retiring after winning his first title.Lando also tells Tom why he doesn't think he'd be World Champion now had he ignored team orders at Budapest in 2024 and whether he sees himself as a one-team driver with McLaren for the rest of his career. The answer is revealing. Plus, you'll hear where Lando keeps his Drivers' Championship trophy and what he makes of his recently unveiled waxwork at Madame Tussauds.This episode is sponsored by: Explora Journeys: travel the world in an ocean-front suite on an ultra-elegantship. Discover more at explorajourneys.comVanta: get started today at vanta.com/GRID

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Monday June 29th, 2026: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open - Intros | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "You Got A Warrant" | Ask The CLO | July 4th BBQ Tips & Wedding Day Regrets | Would You Rather | Ask The CLO | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Bump And Grind" | Strawberry Letter - "His Draws Was Under The Drivers Seat" Pt. 1-2 | Vacation Break-Ups | Social Media Advice | Bugs | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Monday, June 29th, 2026. Subject: "His Draws Was Under The Drivers Seat"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olaitan Fashanu: I Love Data—Why Success for a Scrum Master Means Doing the Hard Measurement Work Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "You don't get better by not trying to be better." - Vasco Duarte (channeling Olaitan's own discipline)   For Olaitan, success as a Scrum Master comes down to two things—team effectiveness and team health—and he refuses to guess at either. Twice a year, in what he calls his winter and summer cycles, he runs a structured team health check survey to capture how confident people feel, whether they hold each other accountable, and whether psychological safety is real or theatrical. Between those checkpoints, he runs constant one-on-ones—and not just with developers. QAs, designers, the PO. Everyone gets the conversation. He pulls outside-in feedback from customers and partner teams too, because effectiveness measured only from the inside is fiction. "I love data. Maybe it's my background in mathematics. I love looking at patterns, comparing things." The work is real, the load is real—but for Olaitan, refusing to do it is the same as refusing to grow.   Self-reflection Question: If you had to prove to yourself today that your team is genuinely effective and healthy, what data would you actually have—and what would you only be guessing at? Featured Retrospective Format for the Week: Start / Stop / Continue (and a twist Vasco offers Olaitan) Olaitan's go-to is the simple Start / Stop / Continue format—the easiest way he's found to get even quiet developers to engage, especially at the start of a new iteration. Vasco offers him a twist mid-episode: what if you only used one of the three? When the team is overwhelmed, run a Stop-only retro. When a release just shipped and energy is high, run a Start-only retro. Breaking the format pattern creates a small spark of "wait, why is this different today?"—which is often exactly the energy a tired team needs. Olaitan also shares a second favorite: the Friction vs. Drivers (or Fuel) format—mapping what's slowing the team down on one side and what's actively energizing them on the other. The two sides of the same coin, made visible.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Kenny Wallace discusses Carson's Hocevar's comments about friends in NASCAR.#nascar #racing #kennywallace #carsonhocevar

The News starts off with the crew mentioning how many types of distractions there are while driving today and there's two guys getting paid thousands of dollars just to watch the World Cup

This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett sits with Michael and Leslie Hopper, a husband-and-wife team at Oakley Trucking, to share their late-career transition into trucking and eventual success as owner-operators. They walk through Michael's move from multi-unit management and daycare operations and Leslie's 31-year restaurant career into trucking in their late 40s, starting with carriers like Werner, Tyson, U.S. Xpress, and FedEx Custom Critical before buying their own trucks and ultimately landing at Oakley. The Hoppers explain how teaming works day vs. night, how they became a top revenue truck pulling an end dump, why they're now moving to pneumatics for longer miles and higher pay, and how trucking allowed them to buy a home, build retirement, and support a large blended family. Their key message: it's never too late to reinvent yourself, owner-operator trucking can be a powerful path to financial freedom, and companies like Oakley can make the leap from company driver to business owner much more achievable. Key topics in today's conversation include: Welcoming the Hoppers to the Show (0:42) Leslie's Restaurant Career and First Talk of Trucking (6:09) Michael's Corporate and Daycare Management Background (9:17) How They Met, First Date, and Long-Distance Relationship (13:18) Convincing Leslie to Change Careers and Go to Truck School (16:44) Training Together at U.S. Xpress and Becoming a Team (18:23) Why Teaming Works for Them, Day vs Night Driving, and Resets (23:44) Taking the Leap to Owner Operator and Early Panic With No Loads (26:35) Running FedEx Custom Critical and Department of Defense Freight (29:59) Leaving FedEx, Short Hazmat Stop, and Choosing Oakley (33:17) Deadheading, Emergency Loads, and Being a Top Revenue Truck (36:27) Leslie's Social Media, Oakley Community, and Dump Video Followers (41:01) Buying Their House on Five Acres And Building Late-Life Retirement (44:02) Moving From End Dump to Pneumatic and Chasing Higher Rates (47:32) Why It's Not Too Late to Start Trucking at 50 and Thrive (52:39) Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What should happen to drivers who kill or injure someone with their car? Does a focus on punishment for "reckless" or "dangerous" drivers let everyone else off the hook and never force them to look at the larger harms of a transportation system based around personal car ownership? Those are the questions asked by Ian Loader, a professor of criminology at the University of Oxford, who argues that the law's focus on "motonormative punishment" is just another way of masking the larger problems caused by a car-dominant society. In a new study, Professor Loader proposes a vastly different way of thinking about criminal punishment organized around five harm reduction principles. Plus, is it really wrong for news outlets to write headlines like "Pedestrian Hit By Car," or is there more to it than advocates are willing to admit?  ***Join The War on Cars on Patreon and listen to exclusive ad-free versions of regular episodes, Patreon-only bonus content, Discord access, invitations to live events, merch discounts and free stickers!*** SHOW NOTES: Read Professor Ian Loader's study, "Beyond Motonormative Punishment: On Road Safety as Environmental Regulation." Curious about motonormativity? Listen to our episode with Dr. Ian Walker, who coined the term. Learn more about the concept in our episode with Dr. Tara Goddard and our episode with Marco te Brömmelstroet. Order our book, Life After Cars: Freeing Ourselves from the Tyranny of the Automobile, out now from Thesis, an imprint of Penguin Random House. Buy a certified, pre-owned e-bike from Upway and save $100 off any purchase of $800 or more with code TWOC100. Visit Upway.co to get rolling. Thanks also to Cleverhood. Listen to this episode for the latest discount code and get 15% off the best rain gear for walking and cycling. TheWarOnCars.org  

The Department of Justice announced Tuesday that 455 people were charged in a nationwide healthcare fraud crackdown. The schemes allegedly involved $6.5 billion in false claims and, in some cases, may have put patients' lives at risk.A federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration can fast-track deportations of illegal immigrants across the nation. It allows immigration authorities to remove illegal immigrants who entered the country without valid documentation or through fraud, who had not been paroled, or who cannot prove they lived in the country continuously for two years or more.California consumers sued gas station operators including BP, 7-Eleven, Walmart, Marathon, Circle K, and Albertsons over allegedly using artificial intelligence to hike prices. Drivers said gas prices have risen as much as 30 cents a gallon in some areas. This led gas prices to reach "astronomical" levels, at times reaching $7 a gallon, according to the complaint.More Breaking News, Special Reports, and Live Coverage on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTD_LIVE

Dr. Sharlene Santana is Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Washington and Curator of Mammals at the University of Washington's Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture. As an integrative and evolutionary biologist, Sharlene explores questions about evolution from a variety of perspectives. She is working to understand why some groups of organisms are more diverse in terms of their number of species, appearance, or behavior. There are over 1,400 species of bats that fulfill a variety of ecological roles, and much of Sharlene's research focuses on diversity in bats. Outside of work, Sharlene loves trying new restaurants in Seattle, as well as traveling to other countries and learning about other cultures. In her free time, you can find Sharlene hiking or swimming with her dog, attending ballet performances, and listening to music and podcasts. She is also a fan of good storytelling in books, movies, TV series, and documentaries. She completed her undergraduate training in biology at the University of the Andes in Venezuela, and she was awarded her Ph.D. in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Afterwards, Sharlene conducted postdoctoral research at the Institute for Society and Genetics at the University of California, Los Angeles. She joined the faculty at the University of Washington in 2012. In our interview, Sharlene shares more about her life and research.

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Travis talks with Sean S. and Alex S. in this episode. Both Sean and Alex are truck drivers who have recently completed Roehl's Trainer Foundations program - preparing them to help new Roehl drivers Drive and Grow with #TeamRoehl!

Rebuilding Trucking: Phil Couch on Bringing Back Camaraderie in the Industry | Lead Pedal Podcast Has the trucking industry lost some of the camaraderie that once made it special? In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce Outridge sits down with Phil Couch at the Woodstock Truck Show to discuss the importance of rebuilding relationships, professionalism, and pride within the trucking industry. From helping fellow drivers on the road to creating a stronger sense of community at truck shows and industry events, Phil shares his thoughts on how trucking can regain the respect and unity that helped build the profession. Join us for an insightful conversation about the future of trucking, industry culture, mentorship, and why bringing back camaraderie may be the key to strengthening the industry for the next generation. #LeadPedalPodcast #TruckingIndustry #WoodstockTruckShow #TruckDrivers #ProfessionalDrivers At Bison – They Put Safety First! Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy.    You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com   or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport     Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com    Keep Money In Your Pocket With RS2000 Tax Consultants Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986   About the Podcast The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening! The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics. Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com  LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com     

Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah discuss if Formula 1 is broken...and if Carlos Sainz's fix is one of many possibilities. In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah dive into one of the wildest ideas in Formula One: what if drivers had to switch teams every few races? Inspired by Carlos Sainz's suggestion, the discussion gets into the biggest question in modern F1 — is the sport still too dependent on the car, or can the driver be brought back to the center of the championship? The conversation explores how much of Formula One is about engineering, team politics, brand identity, and raw driver talent. From Lewis Hamilton's resurgence at Ferrari to the dominance of Red Bull, the hosts debate whether equal cars, simpler machinery, shorter setup time, and reduced in-season development would create more exciting racing. They also compare F1 with MotoGP, IndyCar, WRC, and Formula 2, asking what Formula One could learn from other motorsport categories. This is a fun, high-energy, and opinionated deep dive into the future of Formula One — and whether the sport should lean more toward spectacle, fairness, or engineering excellence. The episode also features reactions to fan comments and plenty of back-and-forth on some seriously outrageous ideas, including reverse grids, equal engines, and even team-wide driver rotation. If you love Formula One debates, racing opinions, and bold takes on how to make the sport more entertaining, this episode is for you.

Beth breaks down why Elon Musk being a trillionaire on paper and having $0 in liquid cash aren't contradictory — and why the whole way we measure wealth is a facade built on restricted stock, pledged collateral, and $39 trillion of national debt.

Trucking Professionalism: Raising the Bar in Today's Industry What does professionalism in trucking really look like today? In this episode of Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge takes a closer look at trucking professionalism and why it matters more than ever. Drawing from recent events within the Canadian trucking industry, Bruce explores the behaviours, attitudes, and standards that define true professionalism behind the wheel and beyond. From safety and customer service to driver conduct, industry image, and personal accountability, this episode examines how professional drivers can help strengthen the reputation of the trucking industry while creating better opportunities for themselves and future generations. Whether you're a new driver, experienced owner-operator, fleet manager, or industry supporter, this conversation highlights why professionalism remains one of the most important skills in transportation. At Bison – They Put Safety First! Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy.    You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com   or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport     Improve the Compliance of Your Fleet With Compliance Mentorz Compliance Mentorz, a leading commercial safety consulting company, is proud to serve clients nationwide across Canada. But our commitment to safety and compliance doesn't stop at borders – we're excited to extend our support to clients throughout North America. Call 905-486-1666x215 or Learn more at www.compliancementorz.com                         Keep Your Workplace Safe With DriverCheck DriverCheck is a leader in drug and alcohol, cognitive, and workplace testing helping employers have a safe workplace for their staff. Learn how DriverCheck can help you be safe at www.drivercheck.ca   About the Podcast The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening! The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics. Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com  LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com     

The girls are back, the opinions are strong, and absolutely nobody is safe. The twins are catching up on detoxes, disasters, World Cup fever, the internet's newest soccer heartthrob, and an Am I the Asshole? story so outrageous it leaves them speechless. Plus, Nikki and Brie sound off on the Simone Biles headline that had everyone talking and introduce a few brand-new segments that are about to become your favorites. Press play now... because this is exactly the kind of episode you'll be texting the group chat about halfway through. Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Formula 1 gathered more momentum during the 1980s, its leading runners becoming superstars and manufacturer involvement pushing technology forward. There were many great races and top performers, but we're continuing our challenge of selecting and ranking the leading drivers of each F1 decade. As usual, we've considered many factors, including level of success, machinery at their disposal, longevity and how highly the drivers were rated by their contemporaries. Success outside the relevant decade is not considered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s your ultimate simple pleasure? Ricki and Tim discovered everyone has one, from driving barefoot and folding fitted sheets properly to cracking a red wine on a Friday afternoon. What started as a chat about barefoot driving quickly turned into a celebration of life's tiny wins, proving it doesn't take much to make people happy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a brand new course coming to NASCAR in San Diego this weekend, drivers share how they are preparing for the race, and what their takeaways are on the track layout. Andrew Kurland reports. 

In this episode, Parker and Landon kick things diving into a heartfelt story about Josh's dad, who had a close call with sepsis but sought medical help as a result of the Busch's family openness with the passing of Kyle. They then cover a busy motorsports weekend, including Denny Hamlin's third straight win at Pocono, Justin Allgaier's dominant O'Reilly Series season, and Lewis Hamilton's first Ferrari win at Barcelona. The guys also preview the highly anticipated NASCAR race at the San Diego Coronado Naval Base, with Parker set to compete in the Truck Series event. Leave us a voicemail! https://moneylap.com Or email us! friends@themoneylap.com Timestamps: 00:00 - The Busch Family Saved My Dad's Life 02:10 - Intro 08:29 - San Diego Race Preview 10:30 - Notable Drivers in the Truck Race 13:46 - Pocono Cup Race Recap 18:11 - San Diego Track Deep Dive 27:19 - Jesse Love to the 21 Car 30:04 - Manufacturer Driver Development Programs 34:33 - Pocono O'Reilly Series Recap 37:48 - Formula One: Lewis Hamilton's Win 41:11 - Listener Comments 45:39 - Race Picks for the Weekend (Timestamps are a rough timing and may require a little scrubbing to find the start of the topic) The Money Lap is the ultimate motorsport show (not a podcast) with Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill professional racecar drivers and hilarious hosts taking you through the world of motorsports. Covering NASCAR, F1, Indycar, and more, they'll provide the scoop, gossip, laughs, and stories from the racing biz. With over 2400 unique products currently in stock, Spoiler Diecast boasts one of the largest inventories in the industry. We are NASCAR focused, offering a wide range of diecast and apparel options. But that's not all. We've expanded our catalog to include diecast for dirt/sprint cars, Indycar, and F1. As passionate racing fans ourselves, we're constantly growing our offerings to cater to different forms of racing. Use promo code "moneylap" for free shipping for orders over $20. https://www.spoilerdiecast.com/ Copyright 2026, Pixel Racing, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

When illness or injury forces a truck driver off the road, the financial fallout can be immediate and devastating. The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund steps in as a vital safety net, offering financial aid for essential needs like rent, insurance, and vehicle payments. Beyond crisis support, they provide crucial wellness programs, from smoking cessation to cancer screenings, helping America's highway heroes stay healthy and on the job. ⁠Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brennan & Eric are back ahead of NASCAR's highly anticipated San Diego race on Naval Base Coronado. They discuss the recent action at Pocono, driver moves and rumors, and the dominant seasons from Denny Hamlin and Justin Allgaier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode covers practical safety reminders and company procedures for JFW drivers: avoid roadside hazards, turn trucks off in the fuel aisle, handle fuel spills, follow pit routing (no County Road 19), and beware window shades after dark. It also explains Saturday coverage and time-off requests, the 14-hour local exception and hours-of-service rules, how to use JFW ticket books, accident reporting procedures, and tips from Armando's pre-combat inspections. Plus community updates, shout-outs, a healing message, and  dad jokes

In this episode Ed interviews Dr. Sebastian Eves-van den Akker of the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. They discuss how Sebastian and his lab are using tech such a machine learning and 3d printing to gather data regarding plant parasitic nematodes. Additional Resources   List of Contributors: Siyuan Wei, Jie Zhou, Olaf Prosper Kranse, Unnati Sonawala, Gang Sun, Ziyang He, Beatrice Senatori, Clement Pellegrin, Andrea Díaz-Tendero Bravo, Roberta Healey, Victor Hugo Moura de Souza, Vincent C.T. Hanlon, George Harpum, Tithira Wijayathilake, Adela Gaja Jezierska-Suwinska, Anika Damm, Kerry VerMeulen, Thomas Baum, Lida Derevnina, Ji Zhou, Sebastian Eves-van den Akker. Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Background of the Speaker 02:45 Sebastian's Journey into Plant Sciences 05:43 Exploring Nematodes and Their Impact 08:54 Research Focus: Cyst Nematodes and Their Mechanisms 11:40 Drivers of Nematode Research in the UK 14:34 Innovative Methods in Nematode Research 17:47 High-Throughput Imaging and AI in Research 20:31 Logistics of Large-Scale Experiments 24:28 The Greenhouse Imaging Project 26:48 The Challenges of Lab Work 29:57 Designing the Imaging Machine 33:14 Collaborative Engineering in the Lab 36:23 AI and Nematode Detection 42:08 Building Growth Curves from Data 43:51 Nematode Interactions: Cooperation or Competition? 45:47 Genetic Screening for Nematode Traits 49:29 Future Directions: AI and Nematode Research 51:54 Innovations in Screening Technology 55:36 Communication Between Plants and Animals 56:28 Advancements in Nematode Management 01:00:26 Understanding Nematodes as Orphan Diseases 01:07:50 outro with logo.mp4 Zaworski, E. (Host) and Eves-van den Akker, S. (Interviewee). S5:E12 (Podcast). Seeing the Unseen: New Technologies for Studying Plant-Parasitic Nematodes. 6/17/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network.   Transcript

Even safety advocates are in disagreement on how old is too old to drive.

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Tim Szabo is the owner and president of Trail Tire stores in Edmonton, Alberta, and Hoosier Tire Western Canada. He grew up working in his father's repair shop, became a journeyman technician at 21, and has spent nearly three decades in the automotive industry.His experience spans vehicle repair, shop operations, customer service, and business ownership. That background gives him a clear view of how long car loans and repairs are changing customer behavior, maintenance decisions, and the role independent shops play in keeping aging vehicles on the road.In this episode…Eight-year auto loans have changed the repair cycle. Drivers reach the five-year mark still owing years of payments just as suspension work, fluid services, leaks, tires, and other major expenses begin appearing. Trading the vehicle often means carrying negative equity into another long loan, so repairing and maintaining the current vehicle becomes the more practical path.That shift creates a new responsibility for multi-location operators. A declined repair no longer means the customer sees no value in the work. Many customers lack a clear picture of what the vehicle is worth, what they still owe, and what continued neglect will cost. Shops that explain those numbers, document developing problems, and present financing without pressure become trusted advisers rather than another unexpected bill.Customer education also protects future revenue. Clear recommendations, digital inspection records, and documented “next time” items give customers time to plan. They show exactly how a small leak, skipped service, or delayed repair turns into a larger failure. The shop earns trust by helping customers avoid the same financial situation again.Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [01:02] Tim Szabo's automotive background and career path[05:03] Long car loans reshape vehicle repair decisions[08:20] Trail Tire's approach to customer financing[14:34] Deferred maintenance reduces vehicle value[18:36] Customer education prevents repeat repair problems[22:47] Education as the foundation of a successful shop[25:05] Digital records strengthen transparency and trust[27:09] Tire preferences and budget tire demand[29:46] Business lessons from Ford v Ferrari[35:01] Tim's guiding philosophy and closing adviceResources mentioned in this episode:Tim Szabo on LinkedInTrail Tire Tamarack WebsiteTread PartnersGain Traction Podcast on YouTubeGain Traction Podcast WebsiteMike Edge on LinkedInQuotable Moments:“Mileage doesn't kill cars, neglect does.”“People's vehicle is their freedom.”“The customer needs to know everything we're doing, so that we don't hide anything from them.”“Educating your customer is a key foundation in owning a successful shop.”“You never get in life what you deserve, you only get what you negotiate.”Action Steps:Review how service advisers explain negative equity.Create a standard process for presenting repair financing.Document every developing problem.Build a maintenance plan around long car loans and repairs.Track declined work and revisit it at every visit.

Tallaght driving test center has been forced to cancel 160 tests due to a delay in the completion of tests. The wait in Tallaght is up to 12 weeks, but the longest wait has been revealed in Raheny at a staggering 25 weeks. Anyone in Raheny applying for a test now must wait until November 30th before being “invited” to select an appointment time in the following three to five weeks, which could bring their test date into 2027. Ger Herbert, Motoring editor and Columnist with the Sunday Independent, Nadia Adan, Ashford Motors owner, Meghan O'Halloran and Newstalk's own joined Andrea as she is currently on the waiting list for a driving test aswell as listeners who have been effected by the wait times.

When illness or injury forces a truck driver off the road, the financial fallout can be immediate and devastating. The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund steps in as a vital safety net, offering financial aid for essential needs like rent, insurance, and vehicle payments. Beyond crisis support, they provide crucial wellness programs, from smoking cessation to cancer screenings, helping America's highway heroes stay healthy and on the job. Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Click to Send us a text!We challenge the idea that recovery is about toughness and lay out why physiology is what determines how fast you heal and how strong you return. We walk through a practical, science-backed roadmap for building an internal recovery environment before injuries, crashes, and setbacks ever happen. • the idea of “terrain” and why recovery speed varies between athletes • the seven pillars of rapid recovery from nutrition to nervous system regulation • protein, complex carbs, healthy fats, and the mineral team behind bone health • magnesium, mineral retention, and why testing beats guessing • balanced inflammation versus chronic inflammation that never shuts off • mitochondria and cellular energy as the engine of tissue repair • sleep as the most powerful recovery tool for body and mind • hydration as fluid and mineral balance plus practical tools like hydrogen water • PEMF and infrared sauna as supportive recovery technologies when timed well • qigong as an accessible way to build regulation, mobility, and body awareness • the 5R framework reveal remove replace rebalance retain for long-term performance longevity be sure to hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode. If you're the kind of person who's serious about improving recovery capacity, optimizing resilience, and protecting your most valuable asset, you can apply to work with us at Victory Lane Wellness. You can find all that at victorylanewellness.com. Legacy is built by how well you recover, adapt, and keep showing up. Save up to 33% on EquiLife's Longevity Collection, with targeted support for men's health, women's health, whole-body health, and heart health. Support healthy aging at the cellular level and sharpen your Champion's Edge: SAVE NOW!  True champions don't just drink water — they fuel at the cellular level. The TheraH2Go+ Hydrogen Water Bottle delivers structured, hydrogen-rich hydration to boost energy, focus, and recovery from the inside out. Hydrate smarter, perform longer, and recover faster → SHOP NOW — use code VICTORY for your VLW Discount!. Support the showAs a token of gratitude, of course you're interested in these FREE and powerful resources, and because you enjoy the show, first be sure to leave your 5-STAR Review HERE!

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Drivers across Australia are paying more at the bowser as fuel prices remain unstable. So does it make sense to go for cheaper petrol options when filling up? The answer depends largely on your engine requirements, as not every fuel works for every vehicle. - Zinan man a ttum deuh hlei lo caah, Australia mipi an mawtaw datsi le dizel rawnnak kong ah lungrethei in an um. Datsi man a tlawm deuh mi le a fak deuh mi datsi a dannak kong ka chim mi rak ngai ve.

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Bobby Strenk of SecurSpace talks about cargo theft; market challenges & opportunities; & equipping suppliers to redefine their competitive advantage.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [02.51] An introduction to Bobby and his role at SecurSpace. [04.07] An overview of SecurSpace and their customers. "It's like Airbnb but, instead of booking a home for vacation, you're booking parking and storage for containers, trailers, chassis and trucks!" [06.04] Why industrial outdoor storage is mission-critical, and the current market gaps. [08.50] From a brand new partnership to product integrations, what SecurSpace have been working on since they were last on the show. "Parking and storage is evolving at a rapid pace… and we want to put our network into the hands of more people." [15.07] What the industry landscape and macro impacts look like right now for SecurSpace and their customers. "Demand is there, but capacity is constrained… There's a chance we're going to start seeing congestion at warehouses, rail hubs and ports. So, for us, that means we're going to see a heightened need for drop yard storage." [18.58] How the current landscape and challenges are translating to a business level, what leaders are focusing on, and the key strategies at play. [23.11] The ongoing evolution of cargo theft, and why collaboration will be key to tackling it. "Criminals are staying a step ahead, and AI accelerates that… But we're at a point where people understand the importance of working together to solve the problem." [25.37] How SecurSpace is tackling the issue of cargo theft, and how their customers are responding to their solutions. [30.03] Bobby's big takeaways and learnings from his attendance at the recent National Association of Industrial Outdoor Storage's annual Summit. "What can we do to ensure this facility is fully functional, dynamic and secure?" [34.17] From automation to visibility, a closer look at SecurSpace's next-generation IOS. [36.54] How SecurSpace are equipping suppliers to redefine their competitive advantage, and what competitive advantage actually looks like for them. [41.56] The biggest areas of opportunity for the second half of 2026.   RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED: Head over to SecurSpace's website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too, or you can connect with Bobby on LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more from SecurSpace, check out 451: Cargo Theft is a $700+ Million Problem. What Can Shippers and Carriers Do? or 363: Grab On-Demand Access To Yard Space, with SecurSpace. Check out our other podcasts HERE.

What if growth wasn't about bigger budgets—but better connections? In this episode, Professor Mat Hughes sits down with Farhana Khan, founder of Armour Femme, to unpack how she built a fashion brand from scratch with almost no budget—and turned it into a community-led experience featured at London Fashion Week and Selfridges. Farhana shares the real story behind “low budget growth”: relentless networking and the courage to pitch herself in person—until one conversation led to a breakthrough collaboration with Lush that changed everything. This isn't a story about viral hacks or ad spend. It's about showing up, building trust with strangers, and turning moments into momentum. From university networking events to packed “Charm Lounge” pop-ups, Farhana reveals how in-person experiences became the engine of her growth—creating not just sales, but repeat customers and a genuine sense of belonging. The biggest shift? Realising the product isn't the centre of the brand—the community is. Expect honest insights on resilience, rejection, and the emotional side of entrepreneurship—plus practical lessons on how to grow a brand when all you have is time, creativity, and the willingness to connect. If you're building something from nothing, this episode will change how you think about growth.

Fundstrat's Tom Lee took the Consensus mainstage in Miami to make a bold call: crypto winter is over and the bull market is just getting started. Lee laid out his case for why agentic AI and tokenization will make crypto-native companies more profitable than traditional banks, argued Ethereum is deeply undervalued at current prices, and explained why BitMine, which now holds over 4% of all Ethereum supply and generates over $1 million a day in cash flow, is positioned to be one of the biggest beneficiaries of the next cycle. - Timecodes: 00:00 - Tom Lee at Consensus Miami 2026 00:37 - Crypto Winter Is Over and the Bull Market Is Starting 02:56 - Ethereum as a Portfolio Diversifier and Long-Term Hedge 06:14 - Tokenization and Agentic AI as Drivers of the Next Bull Market 10:17 - How Crypto-Native Companies Will Replace Traditional Banks 11:28 - BitMine's Strategic Positioning and Investment in Eightco and MrBeast 16:55 - BitMine's Digital Asset Treasury Strategy

A family court case. A senior community land fight. Drivers arrested for DUI while sober. Ryan Ralston from You Are The Power joins Good Morning Liberty with updates on cases where government power hits regular people first. In this interview, Josh Martens and Ryan Ralston discuss the Buchanan family case in Florida, DCF, medical misdiagnosis, family reunification, and how parents can end up having to prove innocence in family court. They also cover the Patterson family, new Florida legislation, the Novato senior community land dispute in California, and You Are The Power's upcoming campaign on sober DUI arrests and bad law enforcement incentives. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome Ryan Ralston back 01:00 Buchanan family case update 02:00 DCF, medical misdiagnosis, and parental rights 03:15 Judge says no abuse occurred 04:00 Private home study delays reunification 05:15 How can a private company hold this up? 08:30 Medical experts and rush to judgment 10:15 Family court and proving innocence 13:30 Patterson family and Florida legislation 18:30 Novato senior community land fight 28:15 Arrested for DUI while sober 34:15 How to support You Are The Power Links: Watch All Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr_8o0dDOX8DxO_Wwxu6WYhhA Watch Host Favorites: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr__Zu40RL7mWxCuOOe54zgy2 Join the Fed Haters Club @ https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub [Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Support GML: joingml.com All links @ gml.bio.link Subscribe, like, comment, share, and leave a rating or review on your podcast app.

Racing, racing, everywhere, but not a drop left to spend because it's a great way to make a small fortune (out of a big one)... We've got a pile of left-right road-racey sticky tire preambling from some of the most legendary automotive races in the world (until we start racing spaceships) - the 24 Hours of LeMans is on right now, and the Pike's Peak International Hillclimb comes up next weekend.  We've even got a look forward at some good racing happening down under (once it cools off a little) at the Lemans-On-A-Mountain known as Bathurst, and Targa Tasmania, which races on a whole island. While you're in there, take a gander at another electric car recall because of minivan batteries that like to catch fire when being charged (nice work, Chrysler), and at the request of the Baron, rolling nothing but  Z-Trip tracks and turntable behavior in the background.

Racing, racing, everywhere, but not a drop left to spend because it's a great way to make a small fortune (out of a big one)... We've got a pile of left-right road-racey sticky tire preambling from some of the most legendary automotive races in the world (until we start racing spaceships) - the 24 Hours of LeMans is on right now, and the Pike's Peak International Hillclimb comes up next weekend.  We've even got a look forward at some good racing happening down under (once it cools off a little) at the Lemans-On-A-Mountain known as Bathurst, and Targa Tasmania, which races on a whole island. While you're in there, take a gander at another electric car recall because of minivan batteries that like to catch fire when being charged (nice work, Chrysler), and at the request of the Baron, rolling nothing but  Z-Trip tracks and turntable behavior in the background.

It's Tricky Triangle weekend at Pocono Raceway, and Rowdy Dragon is back with the fantasy NASCAR insight you need before setting your lineup. This week, Rowdy breaks down the unique challenge of Pocono Raceway, where three totally different corners, long straightaways, shifting strategy, fuel mileage, track position, and pit road decisions can make or break your fantasy NASCAR day. Get Rowdy's top Fantasy NASCAR picks for Pocono, including the drivers to build around, value plays, sleeper picks, risky fades, and the names you may want to avoid before the green flag drops. Whether you're playing DFS, season-long fantasy NASCAR, or just trying to beat your buddies, this episode gets you ready for one of the most unpredictable stops on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule. It's Pocono picks, strategy, driver trends, fantasy angles, and Rowdy Dragon's signature no-nonsense advice — all packed into this week's Rowdy Dragon's Fantasy NASCAR Picks. NASCAR News Provided By: http://tobychristie.com -Listen on Spotify -Listen on Apple Podcasts -Click To Play Fantasy NASCAR With Us!  -Giving Fun Is Here: Patreon.com/thefinallap Rowdy Dragon, Rowdy Dragon podcast, Fantasy NASCAR, NASCAR fantasy picks, Pocono fantasy NASCAR, Pocono Raceway, Tricky Triangle, NASCAR Pocono picks, NASCAR DFS, NASCAR fantasy lineup, NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Cup Series fantasy, Pocono NASCAR preview, NASCAR betting picks, NASCAR sleepers, NASCAR value picks, NASCAR driver rankings, fantasy NASCAR strategy, DFS NASCAR picks, NASCAR race preview, Pocono Raceway fantasy picks, NASCAR podcast, racing podcast, fantasy racing, NASCAR 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BONUS EPISODE! NASCAR driver Ryan Preece sat down with us on Whiskey Riff Raff to talk about his career, his famously aggressive racing strategy, what it's like to drive a stock car, the preparation that goes into it, and how he feels about his nicknames (like "Flyin' Ryan.")The driver of the No. 60 car also gave his thoughts on the Nashville Speedway, how great it is to have a race in Music City, balancing his home life and his work life, and described how heartbroken he and the NASCAR community are over the loss of the late, great Kyle Busch.whiskeyriff.comshop.whiskeyriff.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sometimes you doomscroll, sometimes the doom scrolls you. This week Ian presents new evidence to back his argument that we are, in fact, doomed. We love you!

What if the relentlessly negative news cycle is giving us a distorted picture of reality? In this episode of Blue Sky, Charles Kenny from the Center for Global Development makes a compelling, data-driven case that the world is truly getting better — in ways most of us rarely hear about.  From dramatic reductions in global poverty and child mortality to rising living standards across the developing world, Charles unpacks the economic evidence that challenges our collective pessimism. He explores how technological advancements and shifting global perspectives are quietly reshaping human welfare for the better — and why that story isn't getting told.  If you've ever felt overwhelmed by doom and gloom, this episode is your antidote.    Chapters:  00:00 Welcome Charles Kenny 01:57 Global Progress in Development 05:00 Drivers of Global Progress 08:11 Technology & Standard of Living 12:32 COVID-19 Vaccine Development 16:24 The Upside of Global Catch-Up 21:14 Poverty, Peace, and Happiness 27:52 Revisiting Malthusian Predictions 33:02 People as the Solution, Not Problem 38:08 Education and Global Tolerance 43:58 The Moral Imperative of Optimism 

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Kimi Antonelli's master class headlines a chaotic 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, and Meg and Spanners break down late-race madness, red flags, pit-lane penalties, and so much more. They touch on Ferrari's strategy tension and George Russell's rough weekend. They also dig into Cadillac's (potential) first point, Isack Hadjar's radio frustration, Charles Leclerc's Monaco heartbreak, and the celebrity circus surrounding Kim Kardashian's F1 appearance. (00:00) Intro (02:05) It was Monaco as usual ... and then it wasn't (10:34) A platter of penalties (26:29) Madness in the pits (40:36) Drivers' championship may be over? (51:38) Monaco comes alive in qualifying (61:01) Spanners finally talks about Kim K Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, we dive into the cost structure of audio speakers. We start with an article that asks whether 'audiophile' speaker brands are milking you for $20,000. We also read your emails and cover the week's news. News: Important update to your DIRECTV account SVS Auto EQ Room Correction for R|Evolution Subwoofers YouTube TV adds Fox One, Peacock to Primetime Channels store Other: Monoprice Alpha In-Wall Speaker There's never been a better time to grab a new Google TV launcher Are 'Audiophile' Speaker Brands Are Milking You for $20,000 The listeners keep delivering great ideas for show topics. This week Mike LaBorde sent in an article published at headphonesty.com entitled A Former FTC Economist Quit His Job to Prove 'Audiophile' Speaker Brands Are Milking You for $20,000.  The author talks about how a former FTC economist quit his job to design and build affordable high-performance speakers.  He argued that many premium audiophile brands are significantly overpriced because they use similar OEM drivers from the same factories while charging massive markups for branding, cabinets, and dealer margins. We'll break down this article into five points we felt were interesting. The full article is linked and you may want to read it for more details. Many premium audiophile speaker brands rely on the same small group of OEM driver manufacturers (like Sinar Baja/SB Acoustics, SEAS (Scandinavian Electro Acoustic Systems), Scan-Speak, etc.). The same factories and engineering talent supply drivers to both high-end and mainstream brands, even when the final speakers carry vastly different logos and price tags. "Custom" or "proprietary" drivers are often overstated. Most brands customize only the "soft parts" (cone, surround, voice coil) on top of standard off-the-shelf "hard parts" from OEM suppliers, rather than designing and building drivers entirely from scratch. Pricing of speakers — The actual cost of the drivers is a tiny fraction of the retail price. In the Wilson Audio Yvette example, the three drivers cost roughly $530–$580 total, representing only about 2% of the $25,000+ selling price. The vast majority of the cost comes from cabinetry, finish, dealer margins (40-50%), distribution, marketing, and brand prestige, with a typical 5x markup from manufacturing cost to retail. Only a few brands truly manufacture their own drivers in-house. Companies like Focal, KEF, Dynaudio, Paradigm, and Bowers & Wilkins are exceptions. Most premium brands outsource driver production due to the high cost and complexity of vertical integration. High performance doesn't require extreme prices. Former FTC economist Dennis Murphy's Philharmonic Audio proves this by offering well-engineered speakers (like the $850/pair Ceramic Mini using quality SB Acoustics drivers) with minimal overhead, direct sales, and no lavish dealer/showroom costs — challenging the idea that great sound must come with five-figure price tags. The article essentially argues that much of the ultra-premium speaker market is driven more by branding and distribution economics than by revolutionary driver technology. What is the Cost Breakdown of Thousand Dollar Speakers? After going through the previous article we wondered what the actual cost breakdown of Passive bookshelf speakers retailing at $1,000 per pair? ThinkKEF Q series, ELAC Debut Reference, or similar mid to high end consumer hi-fi brands. They balance good performance with accessible pricing.  What follows is our best estimation based on the data we uncovered. If you are in the industry and have better data, please let us know and we will update this analysis. Sources for this analysis include - Audio Science Review, AVS Forum, WhatHifi, headphonesty.com, hubhifi, and a few others.  1. Design & Development (R&D) – Upfront Investment Typical cost: $50,000–$250,000+ for a new model line. Includes acoustic modeling, driver selection/tuning, crossover design, enclosure simulation, multiple prototypes, listening tests, and anechoic chamber measurements. For this price tier, brands often use a mix of off-the-shelf and mildly customized drivers rather than fully bespoke high-end ones.   Amortization: Spread over production volume and for this exercise we used a production run of 5,000–20,000 pairs. This adds roughly $5–$25 per pair at a reasonable scale. 2. Prototyping & Tooling Prototypes: 5–15 iterations at $300–$1,200 each which include custom cabinets, driver samples, hand-assembled crossovers. Tooling: CNC molds/jigs for cabinets, baffle cutting, or vinyl wrap tooling: $8,000–$40,000 upfront. Amortized to $2–$10 per pair. 3. Bill of Materials (BOM) – The Biggest Per-Unit Cost For a typical 2-way passive bookshelf (6.5" woofer + 1" tweeter) at this price point: Drivers - $80–$180 - 6.5" coated paper woofer (~$30–$70 ea.), soft dome or aluminum tweeter (~$15–$50 ea.). Brands like SEAS, SB Acoustics, or custom OEM. Cabinet -  $60-$130, - Braced MDF (18–25mm), vinyl wrap or basic veneer, internal damping, port tube, terminals. Real wood veneer adds premium. Crossover - $30-$80 - 2nd/3rd order with air-core inductors, film capacitors, resistors. Higher quality parts (Mundorf-level) push toward the upper end. Other (grille, wiring, hardware, terminals) - $20-$50 - Magnetic grilles, internal wiring, binding posts. Total BOM per pair: $190–$440 at volume production (typically in China or Vietnam for most brands). Premium touches (better drivers, thicker bracing, nicer finishes) push BOM toward the higher end. 4. Manufacturing, Assembly & Overhead Labor & Assembly: $25–$60 per pair (cabinet gluing/bracing, driver mounting, crossover soldering, final wiring, testing). Quality Control & Testing: Burn-in, frequency sweeps, distortion checks: $10–$25. Factory Overhead/Utilities: $35 - $50. Total Manufacturing per pair: $70 - $135 5. Full Cost Structure to Retail ($1,000/pair) We will assume a large brand that sells 20,000 units and has already invested in tooling and requires minimal new tooling for each new speaker design.  Design and R&D Amortized - $5 Prototype and Tooling  - $2 Bill of Materials - $315 - We split the $190 - $440 down the middle Manufacturing -  $103 - We split the $40 - $135 down the middle Shipping, duties etc to distributor per pair on average - $50 Total to Manufacture $474. The rest of the thousand dollars covers the distribution chain, branding, and profit. And in reality, depending on the efficiency of the factory and ability to leverage design histories from years of experience, the soft costs can be about a third of $110 we came up with, bringing the total cost to about $400. Key Variables Affecting Cost Volume: Higher production = lower per-unit costs. Driver Quality: Exotic materials (beryllium tweeters, carbon fiber) can double driver costs. Cabinet Finish: Vinyl vs. real walnut veneer = big difference. Brand Positioning: Established names (KEF, ELAC) have higher R&D/marketing allocation than direct-to-consumer brands. For comparison DIY builders can replicate similar performance for $300–$600 per pair in parts using higher quality drivers and crossover components and flat-pack or self-built cabinets, eliminating most of the overhead and markups. And after building over 30 sets of speakers I can say without doubt that what you build will sound as good as speakers costing ten times the amount. Plus you can use material that works best for you as well as customizing the look to match your decor. Even my latest set built from stock off the shelf components bought from Part Express for about $200 sound simply amazing!  

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