# The Krieger Files - April 30, 2026: Smart Dust??? DARPA??? Who'da Thunk??? ... and more!

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Podcast: [The Krieger Files](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-krieger-files-7065662)
Published: 2026-04-30T18:21:30+00:00
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Award-winning journalist Dave Krieger brings you the latest in voter political issues (dead voters, court rulings and legislative actions) ... the economy, the environment and ALDI recall on Creme Brûlée (with glass in it)! And let's not forget the executions going down tonight!

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