Netflix NFL Games, USC Football, San Diego Surf, Soros Fund, License Plate Readers
May 16, 2024 SE02:EP101 In today's episode, we begin with the San Diego surf report, anticipating increasing wave heights throughout the week, building from waist-high surf on Friday morning to shoulder-to-head-high waves by the weekend. We provide details on conditions at Tourmaline and South San Diego, including optimal tide times and wind speeds. Next, we delve into local news, discussing Encinitas' proposed expansion of its network of automated license plate readers, adding 17 new cameras despite privacy concerns. We also explore the world of sports, revealing the University of Southern California's nearly $20 million spending on Lincoln Riley during his first season as head football coach. We recap last night's Padres victory over the Rockies. Shifting gears to top news, we discuss Berkshire Hathaway's significant portfolio changes in the first quarter, including exiting its position in HP and increasing its investment in Liberty SiriusXM. In the business world, we explore Soros Fund Management's decision to sell its entire stake in New York Community Bank amid financial struggles. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In the realm of science, we delve into the fascinating role of dopamine in driving us to undertake difficult tasks, even without immediate rewards. Finally, in entertainment news, we share details about Netflix's $150 million deal to air two NFL games on Christmas Day, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs versus Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens versus Houston Texans.