{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"OTOSOT 82","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/otosot-82","audioUrl":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/5e9031b840f99ffd144483ab/e/69450082ffa288bdbbdef573/media.mp3","description":"Jonny and Richard answer listener questions about reading the manual, the Top Gear lady wrangler, van advice, and the coolest car for transporting a Christmas tree. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. 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