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OpenAI Inks Massive Deal with AMD & French PM Quits After 27 Days Oct 07, 2025

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Episode 686: Neal and Toby dive into the massive multibillion-dollar deal between OpenAI and AMD. Then, France’s Prime Minister resigns just after 27 days of taking over, causing a political earthquake and financial markets trembling. Also, Deloitte has to refund the Australian government after a report made with AI is riddled with errors. Meanwhile, Toby looks into why craft beer is failing to regain its footing as sales continue to struggle. Finally, flights across the US experience delays due to a shortage of air traffic staff, thanks to the government shutdown. And a major bank merger creates the 9th largest bank in the US.

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Paramount Nears $150M Deal for "The Free Press” & Sora Takes Over the Internet Oct 06, 2025

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Episode 685: Neal and Toby discuss the massive Paramount deal where they look to acquire Barry Weiss’s “Free Press” for $150 million as they rework CBS News. Next up, a look at the latest jobs data amidst the government shutdown and Sora 2 is officially live. Then why are meals now smaller sizes and a look at the week ahead.

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OpenAI is the World's Most Valuable Private Company & Tesla Sales Are… Up? Oct 03, 2025

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Episode 684: Neal and Toby wrap up the week taking a look at the astronomical rise of OpenAI and how they have reached a $500B valuation. And Tesla reports thats sales are up thanks to an EV tax credit. Next up, the guys share their stock of the week (Fico) and dog of the week (Reddit). Then, Taylor Swift releases The Life of a Show Girl. Finally the headlines you need to know heading into this weekend.

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How Long Will The Gov Shutdown Last? & Peloton Mounts a Comeback Oct 02, 2025

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Episode 683: Toby and Ann discuss the ripple effects of the government shutdown and how the length could potentially impact the economy. Then, Peloton is hoping AI will bring it back to the good ole’ days during the pandemic. Also, Meta announces it’s taking all those AI queries and turning them into targeted ads. Meanwhile, Toby and Ann share their favorite numbers on Amazon’s groceries, Bitcoin, and banned books.

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New “TrumpRx” to Lower Drug Prices & Spotify Drops One CEO for Two Oct 01, 2025

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Episode 682: Neal and Toby talk about Trump’s newly launched “TrumpRx” program designed to make more prescription drugs affordable. Then, the federal EV tax credit has officially ended, and some believe a drastic slowdown in EV sales. Also, Amazon overhauls its hardware and some are saying the Echo is certainly raising eyebrows. Meanwhile, Spotify’s CEO Daniel Ek is stepping down and the company is adopting the co-CEO model. Finally, Octopuses are eating everything in their path on the way to the English coast.

00:00 - Shutdown coming soon

2:50 - TrumpRx launches

7:45 - EV tax credit is over

12:30 - Spotify trades one CEO for two

18:30 - Amazon overhauls its Echos

22:45 - Sprint Finish!

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AI Actor Sparks Outrage in Hollywood & McDonald’s Monopoly is Back Sep 30, 2025

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Episode 681: Neal and Toby discuss the impending government shutdown that causes concern for federal workers and programs…except for holders of gold. Then, Hollywood is heated over the first AI actor that got signed by a talent agency. Also, McDonald’s is bringing back its classic Monopoly game after a decade-long hiatus from the infamous scam. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the trend of the “996” work culture that began in China and is making its way through Silicon Valley.

00:00 - Microsoft’s “vibe working”

2:30 - Gold goin’ good

7:15 - AI actor’s rising conflict

11:00 - McDonald’s Monopoly is back

15:00 - Toby’s Trends: 996 work schedule

20:00 - Sprint Finish!

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Electronic Arts Goes Private In $50B Deal? & CA vs Nonstick Cookware Sep 29, 2025

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Episode 680: Welcome Producer Ray to the show! Neal and Ray discuss the almost $50 billion deal that is possible taking video game giant Electronic Arts private. Next up, the battle of California vs nonstick cookware and the Saudi Comedy festival that is paying the world’s top entertainers the big bucks, but has not come without controversy. Then the guys share their winners of the weekend and take a look at the week ahead.

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Government Shutdown = Mass Layoffs? & Quantum Trading is Here Sep 26, 2025

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Episode 679: Neal and Toby discuss the potential government shutdown and the impact it’ll have on the economy. Then, Starbucks announces its closing 1% of its stores as part of its turnaround plan. Also, CarMax shares plunge as its latest earnings report warns nobody is buying used cars. Meanwhile, IBM just helped HSBC with the world’s first quantum-powered financial trades. What. Plus, a breakdown of plastic surgery across the country by region. Finally, Amazon settles with the FTC for $2.5B over its ‘deceptive’ Prime program.

00:00 - Bill Nye inducted into Hollywood Walk of Fame

2:55 - Government shutdown looms

7:15 - Starbucks closes its stores

10:30 - Dog of the Week: CarMax

16:10 - Stock of the Week IBM

19:40 - Sprint Finish!

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Wall St. Thirsts For Tariff Refunds & AI ‘Workslop’ Costs Millions Sep 25, 2025

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Episode 678: Neal and Toby talk about why some Wall St. firms are hoping the Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs which could lead to a massive influx of refunds. Then, AI was meant to increase productivity when, actually, it causes more work than necessary. Also, China takes its soy-buying business from the US to Argentina, causing some pain to US farmers. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on an Instagram milestone, Broadway musicals, and the Ryder Cup.

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Cyberattacks Rupture Euro Airports & Michelob Ultra is the King of Beer Sep 24, 2025

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Episode 677: Toby and Kyle recap the shaking situation over in Argentina as President Javier Milei’s free-market revolution is starting to teeter. Then, a string of cyberattacks rips through European airports and Jaguar Land Over, Britain’s largest carmaker. And, the OECD raises its outlook on the global economy stating its more resilient to Trump’s tariffs than initially estimated…but not immune. Meanwhile, there’s a new top-spot for beer in the US: Michelob Ultra.

00:00 - Send us your group chats!

3:00 - Jimmy Kimmel is back

7:10 - Argentina’s Milei is having a rough go

11:45 - Cyberattacks tear through Europe

18:20 - OECD updates its outlook

22:00 - Michelob cracks the top spot

25:20 - Sprint Finish!

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