Best Puzzle Hunts Podcasts (2024)

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Escape from Godot's onboarding (Spoilers Club Preview) 6:20

5h ago6:20

6:20

Escape from Godot is a wildly experimental experience that's half escape room and half theatrical show. This is an event that asks a lot of everyone involved. The multiple actors must be word-perfect. The guests must figure out when to be a passive audience and when it's time to become an active player. In this clip, Andy and Jeff Crocker of Mr & M…

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Episode 44 - Caught Between Fate’s Divide 31:19

2h ago31:19

31:19

Faced with an impossible choice, the Rogue Ghost leaves the vibrant streets of New Orleans and heads to Europe with Cassandra Hawthorne to track down Jenny, whose malevolent alter ego, Eclipse, has taken full control. Back in the Crescent City, Runeweaver teams up with Thomas Chance in a desperate race to save Delphine DuBois from a sinister ritual…

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Magic, Social Media, & the Future of the Art with David Kwong (Bonus Show Preview) 6:38

1h ago6:38

6:38

In this clip, we talk with magician David Kwong about social media videos that reveal the secrets behind magic tricks and the implications for the future of the art. If you enjoy these previews, I hope you’ll consider joining our Patreon. For only $5 a month, you’ll get access to our Bonus Aftershow, where we continually release new episodes, even …

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Little Podcast Update 0:55

3h ago0:55

0:55

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! Little podcast update as Matt's away on his honeymoon...... awwwwww!! Thanks for listening and please leave us a review and subscribe if you enjoyed it. It really helps us out. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gaming-blender/id1597738101 Also please get in touch with us at @gamingblen…

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Decoding the puzzle of SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son 29:16

1d ago29:16

29:16

The Japanese tycoon shaped global technology while building and losing vast fortunes. How does he keep going? In the first episode of Breakingviews’ new podcast, The Big View, former FT editor Lionel Barber discusses what he uncovered in his biography of Son, ‘Gambling Man’. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy…

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Puzzles & Prestidigitation: Magician David Kwong (REPOD S8E2) 1:11:46

3d ago1:11:46

1:11:46

“Storytelling is really what sells the magic trick.” When David Kwong was a young child, a magician performing at a pumpkin patch fooled his father with a classic magic trick. From that moment, he knew he wanted to be a magician. He has since performed worldwide as an acclaimed magician and even consulted on many movies and TV shows like Now You Se…

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Elan Lee on designing Poetry For Neanderthals (Bonus Show Preview) 6:42

5d ago6:42

6:42

In this Bonus Show Preview, Elan Lee, CEO of Exploding Kittens, joins us again for a conversation about Taskmaster, growing as a leader, and he gives us an exclusive scoop on the Survivor card game he's developing alongside Jeff Probst. In this sneak preview, he tells us the origin story of Poetry for Neanderthals, one of my favorite games from Exp…

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CodeBar Live Show 54 - Using AI, The Bookshop! 13:48

5d ago13:48

13:48

Send us a text Welcome everyone to the ‘Live from the CodeBar’ podcast recorded from the code themed bar of Fenwood Manor. I am your guide on this adventure, Rob. It’s time for yet again a New Series of shows, and I am pleased to continue my partnership with the website Area’s Grey. Area’s Grey is a travel blog for treasure hunters that features ti…

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Episode 43 - Second Chances 31:44

7d ago31:44

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Summoned by an urgent call, the team converges at Alessandro Rossi’s secret Guardian stronghold in the Swiss Alps. There, they encounter Thomas Chance, a former adversary turned potential ally, who presents a crucial artifact snatched from the Cerberus Syndicate. Chance reveals chilling details about the Syndicate’s sinister surveillance and the lo…

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Introducing The Big View 2:00

6d ago2:00

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Check out the trailer for our new podcast, where Reuters Breakingviews columnists tap their best contacts to explore the biggest issues driving business and markets today. Every Tuesday, Global Editor Peter Thal Larsen and his team tackle a pressing question with a senior executive, financier, policymaker, or other expert. The Big View helps you un…

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Exploding Onto Netflix: Elan Lee (S8E1) 1:18:36

8d ago1:18:36

1:18:36

“We don’t just make entertaining games. We make the people you’re playing with more entertaining.” “Do you want to play again?” This is the only question Elan Lee asks when playtesting his games. Millions of people have answered yes, which explains why the Exploding Kittens games have dominated the best seller lists for almost a decade. Elan has no…

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Episode 42 - The Latent Guardian 46:15

12d ago46:15

46:15

A daring heist unfolds deep within the Spectrus Order’s fortified Sanctum beneath Vatican City, where the elusive Eighth Puzzle Box is held. From there, the action swiftly transitions to the glamorous lights of London for Kristy Walsh’s star-studded movie premiere and an electrifying after-party at the Shard. As the night unfolds, hidden truths eme…

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Scavenger Hunted - Dark Souls + Sports! 37:25

14d ago37:25

37:25

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! In this episode of The Gaming Blender, hosts Scott and Matt discuss their recent gaming experiences, including the release of the PS5 Pro and the challenges of game development. They delve into the concept of creating a hypothetical game, exploring mechanics, narrative, and the evolution of co…

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REPOD Special Release: Escape Room Adventures Bonus Preview 34:53

15d ago34:53

34:53

"Incredible from the minute you walk in." While we’re in off-season for the podcast, we still continue to produce episodes of our Bonus Aftershow for Patreon Supporters. This summer, we decided to go all-in reporting on our escape room adventures abroad. Nothing excites me more than journeying to far off places in search of delicious foods, wondrou…

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Episode 41 - The Wild Shamrock 31:48

19d ago31:48

31:48

In the shadowy aftermath of Rogue Ghost’s covert rendezvous with Kalendis operative Laura Morrison, the stakes escalate dramatically with Jenny’s surprise return, triggering a cascade of revelations. The team discovers a stunning secret about a renowned Hollywood star known as “the Wild Shamrock,” whose enigmatic past holds the key to unlocking the…

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Peih-Gee Law on Brentfast, Episode 100 44:21

21d ago44:21

44:21

Season 8 is coming very soon. In the meantime, Peih-Gee was recently interviewed for episode 100 of Brentfast with Brent Pope: "Brent sits down with the delightful and witty Peih-Gee Law, best known for appearing on Survivor (two different times!) and co-hosting the Reality Escape Pod! They discuss: Growing up Asian in the 90's, being on 2 differen…

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CodeBar Live Show 52 - The Hunt For Good. 37:32

21d ago37:32

37:32

Send us a text Welcome everyone to the ‘Live from the CodeBar’ podcast recorded from the code themed bar of Fenwood Manor. I am your guide on this adventure, Rob. It’s time for yet again a New Series of shows, and I am pleased to continue my partnership with the website Area’s Grey. Area’s Grey is a travel blog for treasure hunters that features ti…

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Episode 40 - Pandora’s Box 36:51

28d ago36:51

36:51

As the Circle of Eight Festival reaches its dramatic peak in Carrow, the Rogue Ghost and Sophia uncover a stunning revelation that reshapes their pursuit of the Eighth Puzzle Box and casts new light on the town's dark past. Meanwhile, in Meridia Falls, Runeweaver and Xavier, following the footsteps of her Aunt Vanessa, become embroiled in a tense e…

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Creating a Horror Game in Victorian England 32:56

28d ago32:56

32:56

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! In this episode of The Gaming Blender, Matt and Scott discuss the recent release of Star Wars Outlaws and the challenges faced by big-name game developers. They then proceed to create a hypothetical horror game set in Victorian England, where players take on the role of a detective investigati…

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CodeBar Live Show 51 - The Meta-verse! 25:31

1M ago25:31

25:31

Send us a text Welcome everyone to the ‘Live from the CodeBar’ podcast recorded from the code themed bar of Fenwood Manor. I am your guide on this adventure, Rob. It’s time for yet again a New Series of shows, and I am pleased to continue my partnership with the website Area’s Grey. Area’s Grey is a travel blog for treasure hunters that features ti…

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Episode 39 - Divided Destinies 33:09

1M ago33:09

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The team divides their forces across two haunting landscapes, each filled with secrets and shadows. In Carrow, the Rogue Ghost and Sophia navigate a festival that both celebrates and exploits a dark cult tragedy, delving into the layers of magic entwined with their quest. Concurrently, Runeweaver, accompanied by Xavier Blake, ventures into the enig…

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Treasure Island (Spoilers Club Preview) 6:54

1M ago6:54

6:54

In this clip, Brian Corbitt - game designer of Treasure Island at Brain Games in San Pedro, California - talks about the original, unused plan for the finale puzzle and why he decided against it. Brian is most well known for the raunchy, actor driven game Miss Jezebel, and he also talks about how that game completely changed his design philosophy. …

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Episode 38 - Just Who is Holly Summers? 27:16

1M ago27:16

27:16

The Rogue Ghost team delves deeper into danger as they uncover the enigmatic past of Holly Summers, a mysterious Enchanter whose life and secrets are deeply intertwined with the hidden legacy of Runeweaver’s Aunt Vanessa. An old tape reveals their dire battle against the Breach, a rift that threatens to unravel two worlds, exposing the grave danger…

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Lord of the Rings Special - The Middle Earth Party Game 35:23

1M ago35:23

35:23

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! In this episode, Matt and Scott discuss the recent Lord of the Rings news, including the release of Rings of Power and the cancellation and revival of an upcoming Lord of the Rings MMO. They then brainstorm a hypothetical party game set in the world of Lord of the Rings, where players compete …

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Episode 37 - The Corrupted Clue 27:33

2M ago27:33

27:33

After their guiding light, the Christmas card, mysteriously bursts into flames in Venice, the Rogue Ghost team is greeted upon their return home by the enigmatic Rufus Benedict, who hints at a sinister force corrupting their quest for the puzzle boxes. As Runeweaver delves into the secrets of the time-frozen duplicate Watermill, she uncovers revela…

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CodeBar Live Show 50 - Tales from the Adventurer's Journal Zerzura Edition 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

Send us a text Welcome everyone to the ‘Live from the CodeBar’ podcast recorded from the code themed bar of Fenwood Manor. I am your guide on this adventure, Rob. It’s time for yet again a New Series of shows, and I am pleased to continue my partnership with the website Area’s Grey. Area’s Grey is a travel blog for treasure hunters that features ti…

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REPOD Bonus Show: Michael Borys (Special Release) 46:18

2M ago46:18

46:18

In celebration of RECON LA, we are releasing our Bonus Show with Michael Borys. We hope that you enjoy and consider subscribing. https://www.patreon.com/roomescapeartist In this episode, David & Peih-Gee were joined by guest Michael Borys, creator of The 49 Boxes. David share stories about his own pool hustling days and educates everyone on how to …

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Episode 36 - The Silent Swan 37:34

2M ago37:34

37:34

As the Rogue Ghost team steps through the newly unlocked door of Vanessa Colby’s secretive Traverse, they find themselves in a disorienting world—a perfect replica of their own Watermill headquarters. This eerie doppelgänger reveals magic of breathtaking precision and deep mystery, drawing Runeweaver, Sophia, and the Rogue Ghost further into a surr…

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Last Clan Standing - The Interactive Movie Battle Royale 33:22

2M ago33:22

33:22

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! In this episode of the Gaming Blender podcast, Scott and Matthew discuss a hypothetical game called Last Clan Standing. The game is set in a country that has fallen into anarchy after the death of a long-serving dictator. The country has splintered into small rival factions resembling criminal…

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Episode 35 - What Lies Behind 27:50

2M ago27:50

27:50

In a high-stakes pursuit through Venice, Runeweaver and Sophia navigate the city’s winding canals and shadowed pathways, searching for clues left by the legendary sculptor, Giulio Marino, that could lead to the enigmatic Seventh Puzzle Box. As they dodge narrow escapes and cunning traps, unexpected allies deepen the intrigue. Meanwhile, the Rogue G…

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13th Basement (Spoilers Club Preview) 5:26

2M ago5:26

5:26

"Why is there blacklight from the killer helping me?" We groggily wake up in a dingy bathroom. It's creepy and dark with an ominous sense of dread. Our kidnapper comes on the screen and explains what will happen to us. "I am also an escape room enthusiast and a horror fanatic. Therefore, I built a horror themed escape room. You are about to experie…

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Episode 34 - Tabula Circure 25:14

2M ago25:14

25:14

Dive into a world of art and enigma with the Rogue Ghost, Runeweaver, and Sophia as they chase a tantalizing lead to Venice. They are drawn by the mysterious sculptures of Giulio Marino, a master whose most famous creation, Cigno Silente (aka the Silent Swan), may conceal a riddle leading to the Seventh Puzzle Box. Beyond the ancient canals and hid…

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Creating a Hypothetical Puzzle Game in Space 26:51

2M ago26:51

26:51

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! In this episode of the Gaming Blender, Matt and Scott discuss the concept of a hypothetical puzzle game. They explore the idea of a puzzle game set in space, where the player must fix a fleet of ships in order to complete a quest. The game incorporates permadeath and loot boxes as mechanics. T…

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Leaked! Spoilers Club: Sleep No More – Part 1 1:28:51

2M ago1:28:51

1:28:51

To sleep, perchance to dream… Sleep No More, the seminal immersive theater piece from Punchdrunk, has inspired countless immersive creators, including Haley and Cameron Cooper of Strange Bird Immersive. Haley and Cameron make no secret that it has heavily influenced their acclaimed escape room The Man From Beyond. When we heard that Punchdrunk woul…

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Episode 33 - The Breach 28:28

3M ago28:28

28:28

As the team welcomes the enigmatic Xavier Blake into their sanctuary, they face the daunting task of deciphering the next cryptic riddle from the mysterious Christmas card. This puzzle leads them on a quest for the elusive Seventh Puzzle Box, but their journey takes a darker turn when Jenny begins to recover suppressed memories. She unveils the ful…

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[The Exchange] Boeing and Airbus headwinds are hard to escape 35:05

3M ago35:05

35:05

The troubled US jet maker and its European rival aren’t delivering as many planes as customers want. On this Exchange podcast, AirInsight co-founder Addison Schonland explains how some problems stretch back to Covid, whether a third player can break the duopoly, and much more. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our priva…

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Episode 32 - The Soul Chanter 26:22

3M ago26:22

26:22

Amidst the echoes of impending doom, our heroes’ last hope rests on Missy’s shoulders. Armed with the mystical and perilous artifact known as the Soul Chanter, Missy must tap into its formidable powers. But wielding such an artifact comes with its own risks, challenging her abilities and resolve to their limits. Can Missy’s mastery over the Soul Ch…

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Hero Shooter Mayhem in Gods Among Men 32:30

3M ago32:30

32:30

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! Scott's back! In this episode of the Gaming Blender podcast, Matt and Scott discuss the gaming industry and their recent gaming experiences. They then proceed to create a hypothetical game, a hero shooter set during the Trojan War. Players choose mythological heroes with specific abilities gra…

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[The Exchange] European board pay requires a US-style overhaul 26:32

3M ago26:32

26:32

Non-executive directors at UK and EU-based firms own little equity in the companies they oversee. In this Exchange podcast, Liad Meidar of the hedge fund Gatemore argues that this is a problem, while Peter Boreham of the pay consultancy Mercer explains why it’s hard to change. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our priva…

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REPOD Season 7 Key Moments, Editor’s Choice by Steve Ewing 1:08:51

3M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

There's a reason Los Angeles is known as the City of Dreams. It's a town populated with dreamers and makers. They concoct fantasy worlds filled with quirky characters, dashing heroes, and tormented villains. Oftentimes, the backdrop of Southern California serves as inspiration itself, with its wide sandy beaches, snowy mountaintops, and the desolat…

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Episode 31 - The Mystic Casino Caper 28:03

3M ago28:03

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Beneath the Mystic Casino’s glitzy exterior lies a deadly labyrinth of magical traps. Guided by Missy’s expertise and armed with mystical artifacts, the team ventures deep into the ancient caverns beneath the Las Vegas Strip, inching ever closer to Marcus Vane’s vault. Each step unfolds new dangers, testing their courage and cunning. Can they outsm…

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[The Exchange] Copper’s green step change is an uphill struggle 29:55

3M ago29:55

29:55

Supplies of the red metal have to motor if the world is to adequately decarbonise. In this Exchange podcast Tae-Yoon Kim, senior energy analyst at the International Energy Agency, lays out the challenges that need to be overcome if the private sector is going to make that happen. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our pr…

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Episode 30 - Calm Before the Heist 25:03

3M ago25:03

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Following a chilling poker game with life-or-death stakes, the Rogue Ghost and Runeweaver gear up to breach the defenses of Marcus Vane’s arcane vault. As they plot their next move, tension mounts as Jenny struggles with the inner turmoil of her split personality, Eclipse, leading to a crucial intervention. Meanwhile, a cryptic discovery by Runewea…

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[The Exchange] India's consumer market is large but demanding 24:43

3M ago24:43

24:43

Consumption is not a bright spot in the South Asian country, with growth half the pace of GDP. In this Exchange podcast, former Nestlé India board member Rama Bijapurkar explains why international companies need to stick their elbows out to tap the low-earning masses. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and da…

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Episode 29 - Poker Face 39:26

4M ago39:26

39:26

In the wake of Jenny’s full memory recovery, the Rogue Ghost and Runeweaver face fresh emotional and mystical hurdles. As they mourn a fallen ally, a tip from Xavier Blake sends them to a Las Vegas magic dealer. There, they are drawn into a treacherous poker game against Marcus Vane, a notorious enchanter and casino mogul with a voracious appetite …

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An Explanation 0:46

4M ago0:46

0:46

Fancy setting us a gaming challenge? Get in touch here! Apologies for the lack of episode - get in touch using the details below! Thanks for listening and please leave us a review and subscribe if you enjoyed it. It really helps us out. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gaming-blender/id1597738101 Also please get in touch with us at @gaming…

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[The Exchange] Why the French vote also matters to Italy 32:18

4M ago32:18

32:18

The outcome of snap elections in France will reverberate beyond its borders. Debt-laden Italy is particularly exposed if borrowing costs rise. In this Exchange podcast, former top Treasury official Fabrizio Pagani discusses Rome’s fiscal challenges in a changing EU landscape. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privac…

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The Wicker Plan – David & Peih-Gee on The Infinite Escape Room 46:44

4M ago46:44

46:44

In April, David and Peih-Gee were guests for two episodes of The Infinite Escape Room, a comedy puzzle show where a group of pals sit down, have a drink, and work together to solve an audio escape room. This time around, they needed to escape a giant, flaming wicker man, and all sorts of silliness ensued. The game episode is now available on the Re…

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Episode 28 - Whispers of Gold From Six Geese Lane 28:21

4M ago28:21

28:21

A mysterious stranger reveals pivotal details linking the Sixth Puzzle Box to a Las Vegas orphanage harboring a legendary golden secret. As Runeweaver embarks on a digital odyssey to unravel this enigma, the team’s destiny becomes intertwined with that of a formidable casino tycoon. Meanwhile, the Rogue Ghost faces an emotional challenge with the r…

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[The Exchange] China’s EV makers can ride the tariffs backlash 27:45

4M ago27:45

27:45

The US and the EU have imposed hefty import duties on electric vehicles BYD, Tesla and others make in the People’s Republic. In this Exchange podcast, consultant and former Chrysler executive Bill Russo explains why Europe’s levies are more a speeding fine than a stop sign. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy …

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