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SCOTUS Shuts Down Trump’s Tariffs & TSA PreCheck Pause Causes Confusion Feb 23, 2026

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Episode 785: Neal and Toby discuss the Supreme Court’s ruling to deem Trump’s tariffs as illegal and the potential fallout for the federal government and US companies. Then, the DHS suspended TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, then quickly reversed course, causing a travel whiplash in an already chaotic weekend. Also, the Winter Olympics is wrapping up and its viewership has been on a tear. Meanwhile, do you back into a parking spot or back out? Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.

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Tariffs Ineffective Against US Trade Deficit? & Family Feud Over Reese’s Recipe Feb 20, 2026

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Episode 784: Neal and Toby discuss the swelling trade deficit despite Trump’s aggressive tariffs. Then, the grandson of the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup inventor is publicly criticizing Hershey’s for skimping out for cheaper ingredients. Also, Etsy sells its secondhand marketplace to eBay, which is a move investors are cheering for, making it the Stock of the Week. Meanwhile, Amazon finally snaps its 9-day losing streak that resulted in losing $450B in market value, making it the Dog of the Week.

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Zuckerberg Answers if Social Media is Addictive & The Rich Are Having More Babies Again Feb 19, 2026

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Episode 783: Neal and Toby recap Mark Zuckerberg’s testimony in the landmark trial on social media addiction. Then, a debate arises between state law and federal law on the allowance of prediction markets. Also, India’s AI summit draws some of the biggest names in tech as the country hopes to become a beacon of the newest frontier. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on NYC birth rates, a Louver scandal, and a tax provision that is bringing horse racing back.

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Rent Control Fever Catches Boston & Tide Unveils Most Unappetizing Detergent Feb 18, 2026

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Episode 782: Neal and Toby discuss a potential pivotal ballot measure in Massachusetts where a proposed rent control bill has the state’s top Democrats divided on the issue. Then, remote work isn’t just a young person’s game. A new study shows younger companies tend to embrace remote work vs. older companies. Also, Tide just released a new tile-formed laundry detergent…and no, it’s not meant to be eaten. Meanwhile, Norway has absolutely dominated the Winter Olympics so far…and everyone wants to know their secret.

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AI is Driving a Memory Shortage & Detroit Wants to Revive the Sedan Feb 17, 2026

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Episode 781: Neal and Toby chat about the growing concern of a memory chip shortage in the wake of the AI boom. Then, ByteDance’s AI video generator is so good that it’s caused multiple studios to send out cease and desist orders. Meanwhile, Detroit is hoping the return of the sedan will be the answer to America’s affordability crisis. Also, Toby dives into the trend of “maxxing,” the term that has spread across social media and taken over the manosphere.

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Are You Smarter Than Morning Brew? Feb 16, 2026

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Episode 780: It’s another edition of MBD’s Trivia Game Show! Neal and Toby quiz Dan Toomey, the host of Good Work; Megan Baniewicz, from Morning Brew’s social team; and Molly Liebergall, writer of the daily newsletter on current events, the Winter Olympics, and love odes. Then everybody drafts their all-time favorite apps.

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Experts Sound Alarms on AI & Sugar Prices Hit 5-Year Low Feb 13, 2026

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Episode 779: Neal and Toby explain why some of AI’s top minds are sounding the alarm about how quickly the technology is evolving. Then, why Corning’s stock is setting records and weight loss drugs are sending sugar prices to historic lows. Then a deep dive into Olympic stones and drones and the headlines you need to know before the long weekend.

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Job Market Comes Roaring Back & Ring Ad Sparks Mass Surveillance Fears Feb 12, 2026

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Episode 778: Neal and Toby recap the latest jobs report of January, which showed the US added 130,000 jobs. Then, the missing case of Nancy Guthrie has sparked a debate over privacy as the FBI recovers a Ring camera footage with the help from Google. Also, Switzerland is weighing a vote to put a 10 million population limit. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on the big money in today’s economy, NYC private schools, and a Stanford experiment.

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Billionaires Flee Cali Taxes for Miami & Ferrari Reveals EV Interior Feb 11, 2026

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Episode 777: Neal and Toby talk about an influx of billionaires into Miami from California as the Golden State proposes a “billionaire tax.” Then, Trump is threatening to close an international bridge that connects Canada and Michigan due to trade tensions. Also, Ferrari unveils its new electric car with an eye-catching interior by former Apple designer Jony Ive. Plus, more news coming from the Super Bowl and Bad Bunny’s halftime show.

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Job Seekers Are Paying to Get Hired & Elon Pivots From Mars to the Moon Feb 10, 2026

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Episode 776: Neal and Toby discuss the labor market being so bad that job seekers are paying recruiters to white-glove service their candidacy for potential employers. Then, Elon Musk seemed fixed on building life on Mars, but now, he’s pivoting to the Moon. Also, the US tariffs on Cuba has led to a shortage of jet fuel, forcing Air Canada to halt all their flights to the island nation. Meanwhile, celebrities once flocked to starting their own tequila brands. But now they’re flocking to underwear.

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