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    Talking Carts 5: Clean Sweep

    Consumer Reports’ Dream Clean Team dishes the dirt on keeping it tidy

    In this podcast episode, hosts Tanya Christian and Brian Vines help you conquer chaos by delivering the tips and tools for starting the new year with a clean home. 

    Their guests this week: Consumer Reports home and trends writer Jodhaira Rodriguez and CR laundry expert Rich Handel, who drop serious insight on keeping it clean in every room and offer some surprising ideas for turning this tedious chore into a triumph. Plus, they answer your most frequently asked cleaning questions (Just how much laundry detergent does it take to get your clothes clean, anyway?) and share CR’s favorite, lab-tested cleaning products.

    Whether you’re looking for the best way to get streak-free glass or just want to stretch your cleaning arsenal budget, this episode delivers time-saving strategies and money-saving insights.

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    “Talking Carts” panelists (from left): Tanya Christian, Rich Handel, Jodhaira Rodriguez, and Brian Vines.

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    How to Listen

    “Talking Carts with Consumer Reports” episodes are available on CR’s video hub and through Apple PodcastsSpotify (log-in required), and video on YouTube.

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    Consumer Reports Marketplace Equity Reporter, Brian Vines.

    Brian Vines

    Brian Vines has been a member of the special projects team at Consumer Reports since 2020, focusing on marketplace inequities. Prior to joining CR, he spent a decade covering public affairs in community media. A Chicago native, he has a passion for social justice and deal hunting. Follow him on X: @bvines78.