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Throwback Ads Dominate the Super Bowl & Dow hits 50,000 Feb 09, 2026

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Episode 775: Neal and Toby recap the rise of prediction markets and most memorable ads from this year’s Super Bowl. Then, Hims & Hers is forced to pull their copycat weight-loss drug after regulators threatened legal action. Plus, why everyone is into fiber content nowadays. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones just hit 50,000 points for the first time ever. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.

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Anthropic Throws Jabs at OpenAI's Ad Plan & Super Bowl-Olympics Preview Feb 06, 2026

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Episode 774: Neal and Toby preview the biggest headlines ahead of the Super Bowl, starting with Anthropic throwing jabs at OpenAI. Then, a report shows January was a bad month for the job market with layoffs being the highest in years. And, Caterpillar gets a boost on its power and energy generators thanks to AI. Meanwhile, bitcoin falls below $70,000. Finally, it’s a rundown of the biggest storylines from the Winter Olympics.

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AI Sparks Software Stock Meltdown & Bezos Axes 30% of Washington Post Staff Feb 05, 2026

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Episode 773: Neal and Toby dive into what’s behind the wipeout of software stocks. Then, the Washington Post just announced massive job cuts across the board as it struggles to grow its subscriber base. Also, the Super Bowl is coming up, which means bettors are flooding platforms like FanDuel and DraftKings with their picks. But prediction markets are also becoming a popular option too. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on food deliveries, the Amtrak Trak Suit, and skillcation.

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PayPal is Crashing Out & Pepsi Slashes Snack Prices for Super Bowl Feb 04, 2026

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Episode 772: Neal and Toby dive into the grumblings of a deal gone cold between OpenAI and Nvidia. Next, PepsiCo is trying to coax back shoppers by slashing the prices of its popular snacks. Also, PayPal’s wilting profits behind its competitors has prompted for a CEO change. Meanwhile, Rome implements a fee to its famed Trevi Fountain to curb its overtourism. And, Walmart crosses $1 trillion dollars in market cap.

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Elon’s SpaceX Buys Musk’s xAI & Will Bob Iger Actually Leave Disney This Time? Feb 03, 2026

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Episode 771: Neal and Toby cover Elon Musk’s merging of SpaceX and his AI company, xAI, and why this may be the most ambitious move yet. Then, Disney has a strong quarter thanks to its theme parks and streaming business (no surprise there), but it also plans its near succession of Bob Iger who plans to step down before his contract expires (hopefully). Next, Toby dives into the trend of minivans becoming the hottest vehicle coming off lots as millennial moms and dads need more space for their families. Meanwhile, a Youtuber who wrote, directed, and starred in his own self-funded movie has quietly dominated the box office.

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Who is Trump’s New Fed Chair? & AI Bots Have Their Own Social Network Feb 02, 2026

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Episode 770: Neal and Toby talk about what you need to know about Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick to be the next Federal Reserve Chair. Then, AI agents have their own social network where they talk to each other and humans just watch. Meanwhile, Walmart and Target have new incoming CEOs who come in for retailers who are trending in opposite directions. Plus, Bitcoin plunges below $80,000, wiping away over $100B in crypto’s market value. Finally, a preview of what’s coming in the week ahead.

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A New Southwest Air Arrives & US Dollar Dips to 4-Yr Low Jan 30, 2026

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Episode 769: Neal and Toby recap Apple’s latest earnings which turned out to be one of its strongest quarters yet, buoyed by the iPhone. Then, Melania Trump’s documentary hits wide release today and some are wondering if there’s enough buzz around it to fill seats in a theatrical release. Also, with Southwest ending its open-seating model, it’s a new day for the budget airline and the new challenge is profitability. Plus, Zoom’s stock quietly pops – making it our Stock of the Week. And the US dollar hits a new low – making it our Dog of the Week. Finally, Congress is scrambling to avoid another shutdown.

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Tesla Scraps High-End Car Models & Starbucks is Heating Up Jan 29, 2026

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Episode 768: Neal and Toby recap the Fed’s interest rate meeting where Chair Jerome Powell kept things steady citing an active economy. Then, a rundown of Big Tech’s earnings, starting with Tesla scrapping its car models, Meta’s full speed ahead with AI, and Microsoft’s mixed results. Plus, Amazon announces mass layoffs to focus on its AI investments. Meanwhile, Starbucks is picking up steam on its comeback tour. Also, Neal shares his favorite numbers on the Canadian ski boycott, London’s startup scene, and WD-40’s secret formula.

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US TikTok Off to Rocky Start & Americans Think the Economy Stinks Jan 28, 2026

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Episode 767: Neal and Toby cover the latest report of consumer confidence which shows it’s at its lowest point in 12 years. Then, the deal to bring TikTok to the US may have been successful, but its transition has been anything but. Also, the EU and India finalize ‘the mother of all trade deals’ which slashes tariffs between the European bloc and the 4th largest economy in the world. And, CBS’ newly Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss announces sweeping changes to transform the legacy media company. Meanwhile, Yale will offer free tuition for households with incomes below $200,000.

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France Wants Social Media Banned for Kids & Gold Shines Past $5,000 Jan 27, 2026

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Episode 766: Neal and Toby (back in the office) discuss a marquee trial facing social media giants like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube over an allegation saying their products are addictive and harmful to teens. Then, Gold is good as…gold, as it surges past $5,000, illustrating investors undying trust in the safe haven asset as the world is seemingly turning upside down. Also, Super Bowl time means it’s the biggest moment for advertising as brands are already teasing their commercials two weeks away from the actual game. Meanwhile, Toby looks into the trend of co-working offices having a resurgence, with large companies like Amazon using shared spaces.

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