670: Institutionally Inescapable
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Dec 19, 2025 The hosts dive into winter tire anecdotes and spark a discussion on Netflix's acquisition bid for Warner Bros. They critique Apple executives' moves and explore the implications of tighter control in tech markets. The challenges of locked accounts lead to a debate about data portability and the injustices faced by users. AI-generated dubbing experiences ignite conversation, while the future of Apple's chip partnerships with Intel and NVIDIA remains uncertain. The episode wraps up with reflections on media consolidation and its impact on creativity.
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Winter Tires Revived For An i3
- Marco describes driving an i3 in snow and deciding to rejoin the winter-tire lifestyle to improve safety and range.
- He details the i3's narrow eco tires and the surprising tire size mix of metric and imperial units.
How To Gift ATP Memberships
- John explains how ATP gift memberships work and how to deliver them manually to preserve surprise.
- He advises purchasers to keep the redemption code and present it personally or print it for last-minute gifting.
WarGames Follow-Up And Corrections
- John gives follow-up notes on the WarGames member special, correcting NORAD's location and his 'nuclear' pronunciation.
- He notes many listeners reported preexisting real-world phenomena related to the film's topic.