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Ep 77 - NASA, Fast and the Furious, TMNT, Knight Rider, Amazon

Jul 13, 2022
This week, Amazon plans to mimic deceased voices with Alexa. NASA stops auction of cockroaches as artifacts. Canada invents ketchup popsicles. The hosts discuss dragons and cryptocurrencies. They also delve into controversial moon souvenirs and melting Nazi gold. They share their physical tolls and getting back in shape experiences. Unique Canadian foods are discussed, including ketchup-flavored popsicles. The evolution of cars in TV shows and a potential Knight Rider reboot are also explored.
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Quick takeaways

  • Amazon is developing a feature to make Alexa speak with the voices of deceased relatives.
  • NASA prevented the auction of cockroaches that were claimed to be Apollo 11 artifacts.

Deep dives

Knight Rider: A Classic TV Show Revolving Around a Crime-Fighting Protagonist and His Talking Car

Knight Rider is a popular television series that aired from 1982 to 1986. It follows the adventures of Michael Knight, a modern-day crime fighter who is aided by an artificially intelligent car named Kit (Knight Industries 2000). The car, equipped with advanced technology, can talk, drive itself, and has various features that help Michael in his crime-fighting endeavors. The show combines elements of spy thrillers and action with a touch of science fiction. Knight Rider became a cultural phenomenon and spawned spin-off shows, video games, and merchandise. A reboot of the series is currently in development.

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