Prime Day, Atlanta Hawks Draft, San Diego Surf, Biden EV Tax, Ron Howard

May 13, 2024SE02:EP098In today's episode, we begin with the San Diego surf report, anticipating fun-sized waves this week, ranging from waist-high to knee-to-waist-high, with occasional larger sets. We discuss wind conditions and highlight the consistent South West swell providing clean conditions in the mornings with light offshore winds. Next, we delve into local news, sharing details about the upcoming arrival of Prince Street Pizza and Irv's Burgers, renowned food spots from New York and Los Angeles, to Pacific Beach. We also explore the world of sports, recapping the Atlanta Hawks' victory in the NBA Draft Lottery, securing the No. 1 pick and the opportunity to reshape their team. We recap last night's Padres victory over the Dodgers and preview tonight's matchup. Shifting gears to top news, we discuss how Amazon's Prime Day has evolved from a mere sales event to a significant cultural phenomenon, influencing both consumer behavior and the retail sector at large. In the business world, we explore the Biden administration's decision to drastically increase tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aiming to protect American manufacturers of clean energy products. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In the realm of science, we delve into the serendipitous discovery of a 152-year-old shipwreck, the George L. Newman, with ties to the infamous Great Peshtigo Fire of 1871, made by a father-daughter duo while fishing in Wisconsin. Finally, in entertainment news, we discuss film critic Janet Maslin's reevaluation of director Ron Howard's expansive career, highlighting his evolved craft and notable achievements in filmmaking.