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Should I even admit I've had Attention Monitoring (Tesla Hands Free) since July 2024? Maybe I shouldn't even remind my listeners that I've had this since September of 2021! Yep, back then it was Driver Monitoring System, and so much has changed for the better. Oh, and yes, I've had 12.5.1.5 since August 28th... Is it really worth the wait or should…
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One year ago TODAY we celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary. Hear the details of a day we will never forget as we describe our experiences of Yellowstone Lake, the ScenicCruiser, and Gull Point Drive.
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Today's episode in the #MiddyGoesToYellowstone series shares some tips and tricks for your trip to Yellowstone. I'm sure it's on your bucket list. You need to schedule it! Yellowstone is an ever changing, amazing place that is truly unique in the world. Enjoy hearing how things went on Day 5 of our trip!…
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Our first full day in Yellowstone doesn't disappoint. We check out the Marina where we'll soon ride the SceniCruiser on our anniversary day as well as travel to the east entrance for the first time. And the adventures never end in Yellowstone as I have to avoid the female elk to safely get to the free charging stations at Teal Dorm across the stree…
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We arrive at Yellowstone and meet another couple celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary! And seven more days await us as we make this road trip our most epic ever!
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This episode continues our retro style episodes for #MiddyGoesToYellowstone, telling the story of our epic roadtrip back to Yellowstone to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. While we had a little different route than back in 2018, we again stopped to Supercharge at Rawlins WY and ate at the same Pizza Hut. FSD on the highway continued to make …
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Episode 78: Episode 78 - Apple Shortcuts Make Creating Your Own Tesla Voice Commands Possible!
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Amazing new iPhone version of the Tesla App (V4.24.0 or newer) gives you the power to create your own voice commands using the Apple Shortcuts app! And... we have setup a new Crowd Sourced list of these shortcuts that you can use and to which you can contribute your own!
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I've been following EV Dave since 2020 when I first found out he had given his then new 2020 Tesla Model Y to Kyle Conner of Out of Spec to test and experience. After several attempts, we were able to meet in person for the first time. I asked some questions about how he got started in EVs and the amazing list of cars he's owned in the last eight y…
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This episode we start our retro style episodes for #MiddyGoesToYellowstone, telling the story of our epic roadtrip back to Yellowstone to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. Day 1 we drive 566 miles to our night stop in Kearney, NE and we experience Runza for the first time.
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Finally! Middy gets FSD Version 11, and did Tesla actually make a better Autopilot? Just listen and find out if "FSD on the Highway" is a true successor to Autopilot and (N)avigate (O)n (A)utopilot... And... is "Average" the best word I can use to describe it?
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Every good roadtrip has a destination and finishes back home. This one was no different. I wished it would never end. But it had to.
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Episode 73: Episode 73 - Tesla's New Mobile Tire Service Truck Is A Great Innovation and Why My Tesla CCS Adapter Will Stay In The Trunk
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This episode we talk about our recent experience with Tesla’s new Mobile Tire Service Truck that brings tire repair and replacement directly to you, either on the road or at home. Also, we’ll discuss our experience with Tesla’s CCS Adapter and key things we’ve learned from those experiences in light of other manufacturers’ vehicles getting bricked …
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Episode 72: Episode 72 - #MiddyGoesToAustin - Day 5 - Tesla Universe Happy Hour Live in Austin, TX
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Hear the behind the scenes story of the toughest ticket to get during Cyber Rodeo... Well, maybe the 2nd most... Tesla Universe's Happy Hour Live at the Cedar Door Bar and Grill in downtown Austin April 8th, 2022! Also, we give a brief history of Tesla Universe and how it all got started! Finally, what's next for Tesla Universe events and how you c…
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Hear never before shared details on the chase for the Cyber Rodeo "Golden Ticket". It was a memorable day with my friend Craig, members of Tesla Universe from around the world, the Mansion, what an adventure! Yee Haw!
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Episode 70: Episode 70 - CEO of EVowy.com Shares Why You Should Join Middy To Get Free Battery Health Reports
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Find out more as I interview the CEO of EVowy.com about their company. EVowy is focused on providing EV car owners free battery health reports!
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There's just something special about the number "69" in the Tesla Community, and episode 69 turns out to be one of my favorites where we retell the story of seeing Giga Texas for the very first time! Much thanks to Sara J Awesome and Erum who shared the experience with my wife Deborah and my good friend and Convoy partner Craig.…
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We continue telling the story of #MiddyGoesToAustin, focusing on April 5th's driving and meeting other Tesla owners and enthusiasts at Terry Black's BBQ, TeslaCon's first event.
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Performed in the older story-telling style of our original podcast episodes, we start telling the story of #MiddyGoesToAustin. This episode also includes some background info in the almost two months that lead up to the start of the roadtrip.
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In our third of a series of #MiddyGoesToAustin episodes, we interview our friend Sara J Awesome! Whether you're already a subscriber to her YouTube channel or hearing her tell her story for the first time, you'll soon know how she initially got interested in Tesla and what keeps her passionate.
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In our second of a series of #MiddyGoesToAustin episodes, we visit Terry Black BBQ for TeslaCon on April 5th and interview Erick The Dream Guy (@ericthedreamguy on Twitter, search for "Erick the Goat Guy" on YouTube"). Also, we interview Julia Love, the owner of the Doge McLaren (@realjulialove @dogeclaren on Twitter).…
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In our first of a series of #MiddyGoesToAustin episodes, we interview Matthew Wallace (@MattWallace1701 on Twitter, search for "Matthew Wallace Tesla" on YouTube"). We met at the Clive Bar during TeslaCon's 1st stop on their Pub Crawl. We share a passion for Tesla, Model Y, and FSD Beta. I ask what got him started with his interest in Tesla and wha…
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This episode we’ll talk about Tesla Software deployments and why your car isn’t lying to you when it says you have the latest version when everyone else on Twitter says you don’t!
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What?? Sold Middie? What about the podcast? Is this the end? Of course not! We'll share why it was time to sell and how to sell your car on VRoom!
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This episode we’ll talk about a few key safety tips when testing FSD Beta, one in particular that you need to be aware of. Not all disengagement methods work the same. And, we’ll review some useful additions to the Voice Commands List!
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Deployment of FSD Beta happens more often than some people realize. Faster than "Two Weeks"! Learn about this new pattern emerging and how it gives you more chances to receive FSD Beta. AND, important tips for new testers. Of course, all tips are provided for entertainment purposes only and do not guarantee to prevent accident. You are responsible …
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