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Our relationship with buying things online has only gotten more complicated thanks to the coronavirus outbreak. Why does shopping feel so bad right now? Input senior editor Edgar Alvarez joins us to answer that question. And later: There’s been a sea change in fashion recently. Boat shoes, which used to be for frat bros and rich dads only, are now cool. Thanks to brands like Sperry, Noah, and Rowing Blazers, the silhouette has been revitalized to have its streetwear moment. Input news writer Ian Servantes joins us to discuss.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk can’t stop saying dumb things. So argues Input editor in chief Joshua Topolsky in his blunt essay “What is wrong with Elon Musk?” Joshua joins us to explain. And later: Look out, Tesla. South Korean automobile manufacturer Hyundai reportedly will be bringing to market two of its concept electric vehicles – the pebble-like Prophecy and the equally beguiling 45. Input news editor Craig Wilson joins us to discuss.

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Since we all began sheltering in place, lonely singles and bored couples alike have had to find new ways to amuse themselves. Consequently, sales of sex toys have skyrocketed. Guest Lindsay Goldwert, the author of ‘Bow Down: Lessons From Dominatrixes on How to Get Everything You Want,’ talks about what’s selling and how to spice things up in isolation. And later: With most porn shoots halted due to the coronavirus pandemic, many adult stars are trying to get into camming, or performing live via webcam. But it’s not as easy as it looks. It’s hyper-competitive, emotionally draining work. Jessica Klein recently wrote about this phenomenon for Input. She joins us to discuss.

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One of the most anticipated video games of the year, ‘Final Fantasy VII: Remake,’ came out for the PlayStation 4 recently. The game is a, well, remake of the original ‘Final Fantasy VII,’ originally released in 1997. To celebrate the new game, Input senior reviews editor Raymond Wong wrote an essay called “'Final Fantasy VII' changed my life... and my hair.” He joins us to discuss his piece. And after: given the coronavirus outbreak, many urbanites might be contemplating getting the hell out of Dodge. An electric bike, in theory, could provide a speedy, not to mention environmentally conscious, mode of transport. Input guides editor Evan Rodgers joins us to discuss the best ebikes for the end times.

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In the age of coronavirus, the internet has become more important than ever in terms of how we work, how we play, and how we socialize. It’s hard to imagine living through this pandemic without it. Input editor in chief Joshua Topolsky recently wrote an ode to our current way of life called “Thank god for the internet.” He joins us to discuss his essay. And after: living with chronic pain is hell. Oftentimes, doctors don’t have the answers, so people with chronic illnesses, especially the invisible kind, turn to social media for advice and support. Input news editor Cheyenne MacDonald, who suffers from chronic pain herself, recently wrote about the importance of the internet in her life. She joins us to discuss.

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