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The 5G cold war
Sep 21, 2018

The 5G cold war

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Which country will be the first to implement the next generation of wireless technology? The race to 5G is on between the United States and China. The questions is, who foots the bill? Also on today's show: Love 'em or hate 'em, electric scooters are gaining ground. California Gov. Jerry Brown says adult electric scooter riders won’t have to wear helmets starting Jan. 1. The new law is a big victory for companies like Lime and Bird, which have had tense relationships with city governments on issues like crowding and pedestrian accidents. Plus, we're joined by Leigh Gallagher from Fortune Magazine and Rachel Abrams from the New York Times for the Weekly Wrap.

Segments From this episode

Electric scooter riders zoom along on shifting regulations

Sep 21, 2018
The personal vehicles are gaining ground as riders navigate a patchwork of differing rules.
People ride Bird electric scooters along Venice Beach in August in Los Angeles.
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Kickbacks or a helpful service? Here's why pharma is under fire

Sep 21, 2018
Drug companies can get creative with doctor incentives, and that can be problematic.
A pharmacy technician counts out a prescription of antibiotic pills.
Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Which country will be the first to implement the next generation of wireless technology? The race to 5G is on between the United States and China. The questions is, who foots the bill? Also on today’s show: Love ’em or hate ’em, electric scooters are gaining ground. California Gov. Jerry Brown says adult electric scooter riders won’t have to wear helmets starting Jan. 1. The new law is a big victory for companies like Lime and Bird, which have had tense relationships with city governments on issues like crowding and pedestrian accidents. Plus, we’re joined by Leigh Gallagher from Fortune Magazine and Rachel Abrams from the New York Times for the Weekly Wrap.

Music from the episode

Elephant Ride - Radio Edit State Of Bengal
Blessed Avicii - Original Mix Tom Hangs & Shermanology, Shermanology
Show Me The Way Penguin Prison
Forever and Ever Sun Glitters, Steffaloo