Episode
How License Plates Work
1:05:00
Published: Thu Oct 06 2022
Description
The first tags were required just a few years after the firs cars debuted, as a way to catch jerks scaring horses and running down pedestrians. A century on, they continue to protect both. Plus they’ve accrued some interesting history along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The speaker announces their return to the live concert stage, after three years of absence.
00:00 - 02:15 (02:15)
Summary
The speaker announces their return to the live concert stage, after three years of absence. They plan to share updates on social media about the upcoming event.
EpisodeHow License Plates Work
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A popular website that sold herbal and earthy beauty products has closed its virtual doors.
02:15 - 05:27 (03:12)
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A popular website that sold herbal and earthy beauty products has closed its virtual doors. However, the owner will continue making products from items she grows in her herb garden, albeit at a limited capacity.
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The podcast hosts discuss a French language witch story set in modern times, that delves into the story of a 16th century witch.
05:27 - 11:06 (05:38)
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The podcast hosts discuss a French language witch story set in modern times, that delves into the story of a 16th century witch. They reflect on the longevity of horror as a genre and how it has become a global phenomenon spanning over 100 years.
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The history of license plates in the United States dates back to 1901 when New York became the first state to require them on cars.
11:06 - 19:05 (07:58)
Summary
The history of license plates in the United States dates back to 1901 when New York became the first state to require them on cars. The following years saw various designs and controversies, including a brown potato license plate that was mistaken for poop and a recent Ohio license plate with an airplane printed backwards.
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Guillermo Diaz and an internationally beloved comedy superstar and television icon from the 90s introduce their new podcast, where they will discuss tech and answer burning questions.
19:05 - 22:05 (03:00)
Summary
Guillermo Diaz and an internationally beloved comedy superstar and television icon from the 90s introduce their new podcast, where they will discuss tech and answer burning questions.
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License plates in the United States can be easily faked due to the easy removal of strokes from certain letters to make them look believable, which was used to create fake European license plates as well.
22:05 - 29:07 (07:02)
Summary
License plates in the United States can be easily faked due to the easy removal of strokes from certain letters to make them look believable, which was used to create fake European license plates as well.
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When the European Union moved towards a standardized license plates format, Germany suggested F.E.
29:07 - 31:31 (02:24)
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When the European Union moved towards a standardized license plates format, Germany suggested F.E. Schrift font, but it was eventually shelved for over a decade before being used in the mid-90s.
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The podcast discusses specialty license plates and their associated costs, with some examples including the ASPCA, veterans, teachers, and antique cars.
31:31 - 35:05 (03:33)
Summary
The podcast discusses specialty license plates and their associated costs, with some examples including the ASPCA, veterans, teachers, and antique cars. Costs range from $60 to $100 depending on location.
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Some DMVs in the United States use urban dictionary and the internet to determine whether to deny or approve personalized license plate requests, which raises concerns about free speech issues.
35:05 - 39:17 (04:11)
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Some DMVs in the United States use urban dictionary and the internet to determine whether to deny or approve personalized license plate requests, which raises concerns about free speech issues.
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The criteria for disallowed license plates tends to be either a foul word, hate speech or a racial slur.
39:17 - 45:54 (06:37)
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The criteria for disallowed license plates tends to be either a foul word, hate speech or a racial slur. However, there are questions if religious texts or practices should be allowed on a personalized plate.
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Some people have gotten into trouble for being too clever with their vanity license plates, such as a man who received numerous fines due to having a "no plates" vanity plate.
45:54 - 49:55 (04:00)
Summary
Some people have gotten into trouble for being too clever with their vanity license plates, such as a man who received numerous fines due to having a "no plates" vanity plate. Whiskey plates, on the other hand, are not related to the alcohol industry but are specific license plates used in certain states for convicted drunk drivers.
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A majority of license plates in the United States are made by incarcerated prisoners through slave labor.
49:55 - 53:25 (03:30)
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A majority of license plates in the United States are made by incarcerated prisoners through slave labor. This was confirmed by a Reddit user who created a map indicating which states still have embossed plates.
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Some tech companies from Silicon Valley have developed digital license plates, which are disrupting the collection of traditional physical license plates.
53:25 - 57:19 (03:53)
Summary
Some tech companies from Silicon Valley have developed digital license plates, which are disrupting the collection of traditional physical license plates. For a fee, drivers can now use these digital plates in some states.
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Comedian, Marc Maron talked about the backlash he received from fans after expressing his desire to wear a charo suit and how 100% of the feedback from their Mexican fans were positive while the criticism comes from Caucasian fans who are taking up the fight for their Mexican counterparts.
57:19 - 1:02:17 (04:58)
Summary
Comedian, Marc Maron talked about the backlash he received from fans after expressing his desire to wear a charo suit and how 100% of the feedback from their Mexican fans were positive while the criticism comes from Caucasian fans who are taking up the fight for their Mexican counterparts.
EpisodeHow License Plates Work
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This podcast features a personal story and a fascinating tale about a Russian astronaut who was stranded in space without a country to bring him back down.
1:02:17 - 1:04:41 (02:23)
Summary
This podcast features a personal story and a fascinating tale about a Russian astronaut who was stranded in space without a country to bring him back down.