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Gen X-ers Snubbed on Black Friday & US Poverty Line is $140K? Dec 01, 2025

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Episode 725: Neal and Toby recap the biggest holiday shopping time of the year and the different spending habits between Gen Z and Gen X spenders. Then, a viral essay believes the new US poverty line is $140,000. And, a late rally pushes the stock market near another record high. Also, Google’s new hurricane model may be the future of weather forecasting. Finally, what you need to know coming up in the week ahead.

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Are AI Companions a Threat to Toys? & The Kidult Economy is Booming Nov 28, 2025

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Episode 724: Neal and Toby talk with James Zahn, the editor-in-chief of The Toy Book, aka @therockfather, to dive deep into the toy industry as the holiday becomes the busiest time of the year for the industry. But will it now have to compete with the advent of AI-powered toys and companions? Also, what’s fueling the Kidult economy and why the term isn’t exactly new. Then, a discussion about the symbiotic relationship between Hollywood and toy manufacturers. Finally, what are the greatest toys of all-time.

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The Busiest Holiday Travel Weekend in 15 Years & 80 Million Pounds of Cranberries Nov 27, 2025

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Episode 723: Happy Thanksgiving! Neal and Toby sit down and take you through Thanksgiving Day. Starting off with travel, why Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy wants to bring respect back to traveling on airlines. Then the guys explain why everyone loves the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and why Cranberries are such an interesting side at your holiday meal. Following your Turkey feast, you may wanna go on a fart or cousin walk. The guys explain what those are and why they are popular. And finally wrap up your day, and this episode, with a little football and some Thanksgiving hot takes. Enjoy, and thank YOU for listening!

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Sellers Are Ripping Homes Off the Market & AI Slop is Taking Over Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2025

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Episode 722: Neal and Toby discuss the delisting phenomenon plaguing the housing market as sellers would rather take them off than lowering the price. Also, Google seems to have put a crack in Nvidia’s armor as its AI chips are gaining some attention. Meanwhile, September’s retail data reveals shoppers are pulling back their spending, all the while retailers are showing off impressive earnings. How does that work? And, AI slop is turning into AI sloppy joes as recipes found online are proving to be more of a mess than a meal. Finally, the Brits are embracing American Thanksgiving.

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X’s Location Feature Stirs Uproar & Novo Nordisk Tanks After Failed Alzheimer’s Trial Nov 25, 2025

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Episode 721: Neal and Toby chat about X’s new location transparency feature that has opened up a can of worms as some of the most divisive accounts on US politics aren’t actually from the US. Then, Novo Nordisk has taken a big hit after its trials to develop a drug to delay Alzheimer’s have failed. Plus, the Trump administration makes access to federal student loans stricter, particularly for nurses. Meanwhile, is cigarette smoking cool again?

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Google's AI Leapfrogs its Rivals & Trump-Mamdani Tackle Affordability? Nov 24, 2025

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Episode 720: Neal and Toby talk about Google’s string of recent wins that resulted in its market value surpassing Microsoft. Then, America’s affordability crisis seemed to be the one thing in common between the Trump and Mamdani meeting. Then, Eli Lilly hits $1 trillion in market value, first for a health care company. Meanwhile, “Wicked: For Good” smashes its target at the box office. Finally, a preview of what’s coming in the week ahead.

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Walmart Cashes In on Affordability Crisis & Critics Warn Against AI Toys Nov 21, 2025

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Episode 719: Neal and Toby talk about the latest jobs report…that reports September numbers? That’s because of the government shutdown. And it’s a mixed bag, of course. Then, Walmart, America’s largest, and seemingly most reliable retailer reports strong earnings as consumers prioritize affordability. Meanwhile, AI toys are a thing and parents are being warned to keep their kids away from them. Plus, Amtrak reports a record year and Bath & Body Works CEO thinks the company stinks. Finally, ‘Wicked: For Good’ aims for the biggest opening of 2025.

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Nvidia Calms AI Bubble Fears & Target Nearing Rock Bottom? Nov 20, 2025

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Episode 718: Neal and Toby dive into Nvidia’s Q3 earnings that topped expectations while CEO Jensen Huang reiterated his confidence in AI. Then, Target reports another stinker of a quarter causing many to believe the retailer is on the ropes. Also, a new study believes this year’s Thanksgiving dinner will be more affordable than last year’s. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on Gustav Klimt’s most expensive artwork sold at Sotheby’s, the truest underdog in the World Cup, and the origins of kissing.

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Meta Ruled Not a Monopoly & “Baby Shark” Company Goes Public Nov 19, 2025

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Episode 717: Neal and Toby discuss Mark Zuckerberg’s big win against the government as a federal judge says Meta does not hold monopoly power in today’s social media landscape. A big loss for the FTC. Then, Home Depot reports a weak Q3 which is seen as a bad sign for the economy. And, Panera Bread, the once No. 1 fast-casual chain in the US, has steadily declined in the last few years and announces a turnaround plan to bring it back to its glory days. Meanwhile, “Baby Shark Dance,” the extremely popular and catchy tune on YouTube hasn’t quite made the profit that is proportional to its revenue. Finally, much of the internet was out yesterday…what the heck happened?

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Unpopular Jobs Are Becoming Desirable & Communal Dining Makes a Comeback Nov 18, 2025

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Episode 716: Neal and Toby chat about bitcoin’s price dropping to its lowest level in six months, stirring fears across Wall Street. Then, a struggling labor market means job seekers are forced to take up jobs that are uncommon and unpopular. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos is jumping back into the startup world with a new AI company that has an eye popping $6.2B in funding to start. Plus, Toby looks into the growing dining trend for Gen Z of communal dining tables. Finally, Warren Buffett puts stock into Google…for the first time ever.

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