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Which talk show on National Public Radio is hosted by Click and Clack?

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The iconic nicknames "Click and Clack, the Tappet Brothers" belonged to real-life brothers and MIT-educated mechanics, Tom and Ray Magliozzi. For 35 years, they hosted this wildly popular weekly radio show on NPR, where they blended automotive advice with a heavy dose of humor and their signature, infectious laughter. The show was a cultural phenomenon, beloved by car experts and clueless drivers alike.

Each week, listeners would call in to describe their vehicular woes, often complete with hilarious vocal imitations of the strange sounds their cars were making. While the goal was to diagnose the problem, the true magic of the show was in the brothers' witty banter, self-deprecating jokes, and frequent digressions into topics far beyond auto repair. Their genuine camaraderie and ability to find humor in any situation made the program a weekend staple for millions.

The show began locally in Boston in 1977 and ran nationally from 1987 until the brothers retired from making new episodes in 2012. Following Tom Magliozzi's death in 2014, the program has continued in syndication, with classic episodes edited and re-broadcast for a new generation of fans. Their famous sign-off, "Don't drive like my brother!" remains a beloved catchphrase for listeners everywhere.