Nov 4, 2024

Don’t touch that AM dial!

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Why does Congress want all new cars to have AM radio? Plus, Kai visits a San Diego beach that's become a climate research site for the military.

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Election 2024

As Election Day nears, farmers wonder what's ahead with tariffs

by Sabri Ben-Achour

Nov 4, 2024

Trump’s proposed tariffs would extend to most U.S. trading partners. American agricultural exports are a favorite target for retaliation.

Donald Trump has called for sweeping tariffs in his bid to be reelected president.

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Should cars still have AM radios? Congress might require them.

by Henry Epp

Nov 4, 2024

AM radio's popularity has declined, leading some carmakers to drop the equipment. Broadcasters say their stations are crucial in emergencies.

Ginny McGehee hosts "The Breakfast Table" on WJOY, an AM station that broadcasts in Vermont.

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Nvidia and Sherwin-Williams to enter Dow Jones stock index as Intel, Dow exit

by Stephanie Hughes

Nov 4, 2024

The ins and outs of membership in the 30-company group that represents success across industries and reflects stock market conditions.

An Nvidia display at an expo in Taiwan. The chipmaker will strengthen the DJIA's technology cohort.

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Surveying the beaches where Navy Seals train

by Kai Ryssdal and Sophia Paliza-Carre

Nov 4, 2024

As climate change erodes beaches, how will that impact coastal military bases?

Kai Ryssdal, right, speaks with Jason Golumbfskie-Jones of the U.S. Navy at the Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, where Navy Seals train.

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Music from the episode

"Comin' Home Baby" Quincy Jones

"Mystik" Tash Sultana

"Radio Ga Ga" Queen

"Outer Sunset" Tycho

The team

Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer

Maria Hollenhorst Producer II

Andie Corban Producer I

Sarah Leeson Producer I

Sean McHenry Director & Associate Producer II

Sofia Terenzio Associate Producer I

Jordan Mangi Assistant Digital Producer

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