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Talking Carts with Consumer Reports

Talking Carts with Consumer Reports

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Consumer Reports' "Talking Carts" is your guide to navigating your shopping needs and maximizing your budget. This podcast packs the smart tips and practical tricks you need to save money and shop with complete confidence.2025 Economics Social Sciences
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  • Buy A Car Like A Pro
    Feb 5 2026

    Make your next car purchase a triumph! Get the essential tactics on handling fees, negotiating a price, and making sure the floor mats are included.

    We've got you covered from the moment you decide to start looking to the second you drive your new baby off the lot.

    #CarBuyingTips #TopPicks #UsedCars #NewCars

    See CR's 2026 Top Picks: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/best-cars-of-the-year-10-top-picks-of-2026-a1118808691/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

    Consumer Reports' Build and Buy Service: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-prices-build-buy-service/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

    00:00:00 Intros

    00:01:44 Tanya's Top 2 Car Buying Tips

    00:04:02 Car Facts Quiz

    00:06:20 Keith Barry Interview

    00:07:35 How Car Buying Has Changed

    00:09:50 What New Buyers Should Know

    00:11:35 CR's Build and Buy Service

    00:12:52 Add-Ons That Can Add Up

    00:17:44 Negotiating With The Dealership

    00:22:32 How CR Buys Cars to Review

    00:27:07 New, Used, or Lease?

    00:29:45 More Advice From CR

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    30 mins
  • The Insurance Crisis Is Real
    Jan 22 2026

    Skyrocketing premiums and non-renewals are triggering a homeowners insurance crisis.
    One Altadena resident determined to rebuild after the devastating Eaton Canyon Fire shares a story of moving forward after disaster strikes and insurance fails. Learn details of the Homeowners Insurance Bill of Rights, and get crucial, practical advice for protecting your home, determining your coverage needs, and what to do if your insurance company drops your policy.

    Don't wait for disaster to strike—listen and learn how to protect yourself!

    Read our full report and see the proposed bill of rights here: https://www.consumerreports.org/money/homeowners-insurance/proposed-homeowners-insurance-protection-rights-a3867354890/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

    00:00:00 Intros

    00:02:48 Recovery From the Eaton Wildfire

    00:09:27 The State of Homeowners Insurance

    00:10:47 Why Insurers Are Dropping Policies

    00:12:21 The Insurers Have Insurers

    00:15:44 What to Do If You Get Dropped

    00:18:33 Attempting To Appeal

    00:21:20 Should You Use a Broker?

    00:25:45 Lisa's Top Tips

    00:28:58 A Challenge to Our Listeners

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    30 mins
  • Dos and Don'ts for Better Sleep
    Jan 8 2026

    Hosts Tanya Christian and Brian Vines pull back the covers on how the $585 billion global "sleep economy" is selling the dream of a good night's rest. Featuring exclusive deals for CR members and tips from sleep specialist Dr. Christopher J. Allen.

    00:00:00 Intros

    00:02:43 Use It or Snooze It?

    00:06:25 The Big 3: Mattress, Pillow, Bedding

    00:14:01 CR Exclusive Deals

    00:18:08 Tips from Sleep Dr. Chris

    00:27:00 Sleep Products Worth Buying Under $50

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    30 mins
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