{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Cars and coughing","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/cars-and-coughing","audioUrl":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/5e9031b840f99ffd144483ab/e/69b679c2cad04b62225b8ec7/media.mp3","description":"Jonny and Richard have some new car event ideas. Also in this episode, the strange experience of being a foot passenger on a car ferry, car bras, MOT time for Richard’s Honda Beat, the answer to the current pothole problem, Defender issues, getting sponsored by HIAB, achieving a state of zen-like calm in a B&Q, DIY competence, and the Dacia Striker. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniffTo buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. 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