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Kia

Mentioned in 25 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A major automotive manufacturer and subsidiary of the Hyundai-Kia group, known for producing both traditional and electric vehicles including models like the Soul and EV6. Kia is frequently discussed in podcasts covering EV market trends, technology integration (particularly CarPlay support), and affordable electric vehicle development for the U.S. market. The company appears in broader automotive and tech conversations alongside discussions of pricing, financing, and industry competition.

Episode Mentions

Bigfoot and Beyond with Cliff and Bobo

Bigfoot and Beyond with Cliff and Bobo · Apr 13, 2026

Ep. 362 - Sasquatch Believers Vs. The Skeptics!

Automotive manufacturer advertising 2026 Sportage X-Pro with cargo space features as sponsor

Epistemological humility and adequate knowledge requirementsCircular logic in scientific establishment gatekeepingRole of amateurs and citizen scientists in discovery
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No Such Thing As A Fish

No Such Thing As A Fish · Apr 12, 2026

Little Fish: No Harm, No Foul

Automotive sponsor promoting 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro with class-leading cargo space for road trips

Answer songs and musical dialogue traditionsFootball manager naming coincidences1985 Austrian wine poisoning scandal and antifreeze adulteration
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Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast

Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast · Apr 7, 2026

39: Why Kia Isn't Slowing Down on EVs in America, with James Bell

Primary subject; Korean automaker aggressively expanding EV lineup with EV3, EV6, EV9 models and US manufacturing

EV Product Strategy and Portfolio DiversificationBrand Repositioning and Premium Market EntryEV Charging Infrastructure Development
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Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast

Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast · Feb 24, 2026

37: Affordable EVs are a Must for the Auto Industry, with Ed Kim (AutoPacific)

Part of Hyundai-Kia group gaining EV market share as competitors lose it; improved OTA update capabilities

Ford Universal EV Platform StrategySoftware-Defined Vehicle ArchitectureEV Affordability and Pricing Strategy
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Financial Audit

Financial Audit · Feb 18, 2026

Financial Audit's Most Abusive Husband

Automotive manufacturer; couple financed 2022 Kia Soul at 15.36% interest with $19,000 owed on $16,000 value

Domestic Violence and Financial AbuseCredit Card Debt ManagementRelationship Financial Control Tactics
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Accidental Tech Podcast

Accidental Tech Podcast · Feb 12, 2026

678: Mentoring a Box of Numbers

Discussed for EV6 GT as electric car option with CarPlay support

AI Productivity and ROI MeasurementAI-Generated Code Quality and Technical DebtComprehension Debt in LLM-Assisted Development
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Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast

Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast · Feb 10, 2026

36: Positive Signs Ahead for EVs (yes, really!) with Corey Cantor, ZETA

Hyundai subsidiary; strong EV performer; developing affordable models (EV3) for US market entry

Public EV Charging Infrastructure GrowthFast-Charging Network DeploymentUsed EV Market Maturation
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The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz · Feb 6, 2026

WE'RE HAPPIER WHEN WE'RE NOT SCROLLING

Multiple car brands following Kelly on Instagram; Kia actively engaging with automotive influencer content

Phone addiction and screen time reduction strategiesDigital wellness products and behavioral designParenting guilt and life-phase expectations
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9to5Mac Happy Hour

9to5Mac Happy Hour · Feb 5, 2026

iPhone 17 leads Apple earnings record, new MacBooks near, and a mysterious $2B acquisition

Sister company to Hyundai; expected to bring CarPlay Ultra support to mainstream vehicle segment

iPhone 17 Sales Performance and Design ImpactApple Q1 2026 Earnings and Revenue RecordsQAI Acquisition and AI Audio Technology
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The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz · Feb 4, 2026

WE'RE SO PROUD OF YOU

2027 Telluride redesign discussed with interior and exterior changes; hosts Carmel Auto Show featuring 30-35 family vehicles

Parenting strategies for grade school social dynamics and bullyingBuilding child confidence and moral compass developmentVintage toy collecting and quality comparison with modern toys
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Who? Weekly

Who? Weekly · Feb 3, 2026

Samira Wiley, Genevieve Hannelius & Scott Hoying?

Automotive brand mentioned in context of Grammy Awards performance staging

Grammy Awards Coverage and Red Carpet FashionGender Reveal Entertainment and Production ValueFilm Casting Controversies and Cultural Representation
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The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz · Jan 30, 2026

TOYS TODAY JUST AREN'T THE SAME

Sorento mentioned as mid-size SUV option comparable to Ascent in size category

Vehicle purchasing strategy for growing familiesMid-size vs full-size SUV comparison and selectionVintage toy collecting and secondhand toy markets
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The Daily

The Daily · Jan 30, 2026

Trump 2.0: The President’s Affordability Problem

One poll respondent identified as senior sales consultant at top Kia dealership

Presidential approval ratingsEconomic policy effectivenessHousing affordability crisis
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The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz · Jan 28, 2026

FIRST MICRO-HOBBY OF 2026

Minivan manufacturer (Carnival) discussed as preferred option for three car seat configuration flexibility

Vintage toy collecting and investment1993 Fisher Price Loving Family dollhouse marketAI-generated influencers and authenticity
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Jan 9, 2026

Chinese Cars Coming to USA! Filippo Bought a Porsche!

Sales up 7% year-over-year; outpacing market growth; Telluride discussed as strong performer

Chinese EV Market Entry StrategyFederal EV Tax Incentive Impact on SalesTariff Circumvention Through U.S. Manufacturing
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The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz · Jan 7, 2026

IT'S ALL COMING UP MINIVAN

Manufactures Carnival minivan; praised as best-looking minivan option with SUV-like appearance

Minivan market dynamics and consumer satisfactionPersonal goal-setting and cadence/rhythm in family lifeBook clubs and audiobook consumption trends
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Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan · Jan 7, 2026

Confidence Classic: Build Confidence on Camera and Grow Your Business with Kim Rittberg

Brand Kim Rittberg created branded content for at PopSugar

On-Camera Confidence BuildingVideo Content StrategyPersonal Branding for Executives
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 6, 2026

Jonathan Blitzer: The Stars Aligned Against Venezuela

Sponsor promoting 2026 Sportage X-Pro with cargo space messaging

Venezuela regime change and Dercey Rodriguez successionCaribbean drug boat bombing campaign rationale and legalityStephen Miller's role in foreign policy and immigration enforcement
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Dec 29, 2025

Bill Kristol: Trump Has Lost the Plot

Sponsor advertising 2026 Kia Sportage with cargo space comparison claims

Trump Administration Approval Ratings and Public SentimentDOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) Policy ImpactsImmigration Enforcement and Border Policy
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Dec 5, 2025

Toyota Reveals New Sports Car! New G-Wagon Looks Good? Buying Rare Concept Cars!

Stinger GT performance sedan entering used market at significantly reduced prices ($18k-$28k range)

Toyota Gazoo Racing GT Sports Car LaunchMercedes-Benz G-Wagon Cabriolet DevelopmentRenault Concept Car Auction and Collector Market
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Nov 29, 2025

Doug Bought A 993 Turbo! Genesis Supercar and the Audi G-Wagon! THIS CAR POD! EP88

Discussed alongside Hyundai's success; expanding performance and off-road offerings; mentioned Palisade styling boldness

Porsche 993 Turbo ownership and market positioningGenesis Magma GT racing program and production plansHyundai profitability and brand strategy
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The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz · Nov 28, 2025

GOD IS GREAT, BEER IS GOOD AND PEOPLE ARE CRAZY

Kia Telluride launching hybrid variant with 35 miles per gallon fuel efficiency

Female crash test dummy development and regulatory implementation gapsAutomotive safety standards and gender-specific physiological differencesPre-production vehicle handling at auto shows and press credential management
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Nov 21, 2025

WhistlinDiesel Arrest, Koenigsegg Chaos, and the New Honda Prelude Costs How Much?!

Telluride positioned as off-road lifestyle vehicle, designed in California with strong market reception

Montana License Plate Tax Evasion EnforcementLicense Plate Reader Technology and PrivacyState Vehicle Registration Laws and Reciprocity
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Nov 14, 2025

Hoovies Garage Joins! New McLaren SUV, Ford Lightning Canceled & CarMax Collapse?

Unveiled redesigned Telluride SUV with Range Rover-inspired styling; expected to command over-MSRP pricing

Ford F-150 Lightning CancellationElectric Vehicle Cold Weather PerformanceLuxury SUV Market Saturation
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Oct 10, 2025

The Kia Soul is Dead. Cost to Insure My Cars? Jaguar Land Rover is Back!

Discontinuing the Kia Soul model to focus on higher-margin SUVs like the Telluride

Kia Soul discontinuation and market shift from compact cars to SUVsHyundai body-on-frame pickup truck development for US marketTesla Q3 profitability and EV subsidy cliff impact on Q4 sales
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