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Markets Prepare for Hurricane Milton & Whole Foods Shoppers Hate 'Skimpflation' Oct 08, 2024

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Episode 426: Neal and Toby talk about Hurricane Milton which has picked up a considerable amount of wind speeds and rainfall in the last 24 hours and why Tampa Bay is particularly vulnerable. Then, when it comes to reaching out to voters, traditional media is out, podcasts are in as both presidential candidates use these emerging spaces to get their campaign messages out. Plus, the Supreme Court hears a challenge to gun laws that have crippled gun manufacturers and the making of ‘ghost guns’. Meanwhile, Whole Foods felt the fury of fanatic lovers of the cherished Chantilly Cake when they tried to change the recipe. They found out. And, Americans are staying home more than ever…and it’s been happening way before the pandemic. Lastly, a Qantas flight apologizes for showing an R-rated film to all the passengers that had parents trying to explain to their kids what ‘sexting’ was.

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00:00 - MBD Mailbag

02:45 - Hurricane Milton

08:30 - Podcast Platform

12:45 - Ghost Guns

18:30 - Toby’s Trends

22:00 - Whole Foods Cake

25:15 - Bad Plane Movie

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Google Losing Grip on Search? & US Economy Keeps Chugging Along Oct 07, 2024

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Episode 425: Neal and Toby recap the Sept jobs report which shows positive signs of a resilient economy. Then, Google must fend off fierce competition coming for its search business as advertisers are looking for other opportunities. Next, a new tool can create a new podcast show by simply feeding it a doc through the magic of AI. Meanwhile, the Savannah Bananas and obesity rates are the weekend’s winners. Lastly, the biggest news in the upcoming week ahead.

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00:00 - MBD Trivia Night!

03:00 - Jobs Report Recap

07:30 - AI Podcast Hosts

12:20 - Google Search

18:00 - Obesity Rate Drop

21:30 - Savannah Bananas Stadium Tour

24:30 - Week Ahead

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Meta Glasses a Privacy Risk? & Levi’s-Beyoncé Collab is Match Made in Denim Oct 04, 2024

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Episode 424: Toby and Kyle discuss the ADP payroll report and the jobs report coming from the government to see what’s the latest with the labor market. Then, a couple of Harvard students are able to use the Meta smart glasses to easily and quickly reveal personal information of strangers from just a quick look. Next, a former Jacksonville Jaguar employee convicted of $22M in embezzlement is suing FanDuel for enabling his gambling addiction. Also, Joby Aviation is the stock of the week while Tesla is the Dog of the Week. Lastly, Levi’s is looking for some extra help to boost their women sales and have brought in the big guns: Beyoncé

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00:00 - Port Strike is Over

02:50 - Jobs Report Projections

07:00 - Meta Glasses Data

11:05 - FanDuel NFL Scandal

15:15 - Stock of the week

21:55 - Dog of the week

23:30 Levi’s and Beyonce

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OpenAI Raises Record-Breaking $6.6B & Jeep Sales Are Plummeting Oct 03, 2024

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Episode 423: Toby and Kyle discuss OpenAI’s massive $6.6B funding round, which makes it the largest VC deal of all-time. Then, Chrysler and Jeep owner Stellantis posts weak sales that is not only upsetting shareholders but car dealers who’ve been holding its cars that no one is buying. Plus, Michael Jordan is taking on NASCAR with an antitrust lawsuit alleging the car league is making sure it stays dominant. Meanwhile, Toby will be sharing numbers on nonalcoholic champagne and politicians love their steak. Kyle shares numbers behind the partnership between SpongeBob and Wendy's. Lastly, Target launches innovative shoes that grow with your feet,

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00:00 - Mean Girls Day

02:45 - OpenAI Fundraising

07:30 - Stellantis Struggles

10:50 - MJ vs Nascar

15:30 - Toby’s Tallies

21:40 - Kyle’s Kalculations

24:10 - Expanding Shoes

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Middle East Tensions Scares Stock Market & Nike Loses Its ‘Cool’? Oct 02, 2024

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Episode 422: Neal and Toby discuss the rising tensions in the Middle East and how the stock market is reacting. Then, Nike sales have slumped last quarter signifying that it might not be the coolest sneaker on the streets anymore. Plus, California bans private colleges and universities from using special consideration or family connections for admissions, also known as legacy admissions. Next, CNN finally succumbs to the wave using a paywall, joining alongside other major news outlets that are fighting for new revenue streams. Meanwhile, Asheville, North Carolina was once a ‘climate haven’, as in, a city that could withstand the harshest effects of climate disasters. Unfortunately, Hurricane Helene has changed all that. Lastly, a Montana man is arrested and sentenced to federal prison for cloning a giant sheep and constructing an elaborate sheep scheme.

00:00 - What was your Bday weather?

3:10 - Middle East conflict shakes Stock Market

8:10 - California bans legacy admissions at private colleges

11:30 - Nike loses its cool?

17:15 - CNN puts up a paywall

21:50 - Climate havens are no more

25:50 - Sheep scandal

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Dockworkers Officially Go on Strike & Stock Market Has September to Remember Oct 01, 2024

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Episode 421: Neal and Toby explain why dockworkers are going on strike and what will happen to major imports if demands are not met. Then, the UK’s move to end its 142 year run on using coal as a form of energy. Next, the Stock Market has a really good September…no thanks to AI. Also, after decades of will-they-won’t-they, DirecTV is buying its rival Dish Network for only $1, but taking on its billions of debt. Meanwhile, Hurricane Helene could potentially shock the tech world as rainfall blocks access to a rare quartz mine in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. Lastly, vintage clothing is booming and has caught the eye of giant fashion retailers to do the same. Vintage is so in. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Jimmy Carter 100th birthday

02:40 - Port Strike Implications

08:30 - UK Drops Coal Production

12:10 - Q3 Stock Market Recap

15:15 - DirecTV Deal

19:45 - Quartz and Hurricane Helene

23:00 - Vintage resale

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CA Rejects Sweeping AI Safety Bill & The $110B Cost of Hurricane Helene Sep 30, 2024

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Episode 420: Neal and Toby look at the massive costs and damage Hurricane Helene is causing in its path. Then, California governor Gavin Newsom just vetoed a contentious AI safety bill that would’ve been the first-of-its-kind. Next, buttons are making a comeback in cars and personal electronics as touch screens are losing their…touch. Meanwhile, Southern colleges are starting to appeal to the next generation of high school graduates. And China’s stock market is having one its biggest rallies in over a decade. Lastly, what you need to know in the upcoming week. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - SNL 50th Season

02:50 - Hurricane Helene Damage

07:45 - CA AI Safety Bill

12:45 - Buttons on Phones

17:15 - Chinese Stock Rally

21:25 - Southern College Popularity

24:00 - Week Ahead

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Execs Jump Ship as OpenAI Goes For-Profit & The $100K NIL Controversy Sep 27, 2024

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Episode 419: Neal and Toby discuss OpenAI’s restructuring into a for-profit company and why most of their executive team has decided to leave. Then, federal prosecutors charge NYC Mayor Eric Adams for allegedly accepting illegal bribes from foreign entities. Plus, a college football QB has decided to leave UNLV because he was promised $100K but the team it never happened. Meanwhile, long-time co-host of the ‘TODAY’ show Hoda Kotb announces her leaving after hitting a new milestone in her life. Lastly, another low-cost airline is reaching out to budget fliers looking to score a trip to Europe for under $100. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Hurricane Helene

02:00 - OpenAI Shakeup

07:00 - NYC Mayor Indictment

13:20 - $100K QB NIL Conflict

18:30 - Hoda Kotb Leaving 'Today' Show

22:50 - Fly to Europe for Under $99

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Meta’s Most Advanced AR Glasses Ever & Everyone is Refinancing Their House Sep 26, 2024

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Episode 418: Neal and Toby recap Meta’s annual Connect conference where the Zuck reveals the “Orion” AR glasses that could very much replace the smartphone. Then, Harris and Trump give speeches detailing their plan to boost the American economy. Next, lowering mortgage rates has caused a surge in refinancing applications by homeowners looking for big-time savings. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from Argentina, Oakland, and Citi Bikes. Lastly, Americans are starting to cut back on their portion sizes, meaning restaurants are adjusting their menus. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Eric Adams Indicted

03:00 - Meta Connect Conference

08:00 - Election Economic Policy

12:00 - Refinancing Mortgages

16:30 - Argentina Rent

19:50 - Oakland Exit

23:00 - NYC Citi Bikes

25:45 - Restaurant Portions

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DOJ Accuses Visa of Being a Monopoly & Ozempic Prices Grilled by Congress Sep 25, 2024

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Episode 417: Neal and Toby discuss the latest DOJ battle against a big company, this time against Visa, alleging it monopolizes the debit card business. Then, FTX fraudster and key witness Caroline Ellison cooperates with the courts but receives 2 years in prison. Also, the CEO of Novo Nordisk stands before Congress to answer if Ozempic’s price is too out of reach for Americans. Meanwhile, a port strike across the East and Gulf Coasts could result in a supply chain nightmare. Plus, popular tech reviewer MKBHD, known for his unfettered reviews of products, releases a product of his own. Now it’s open season for other reviewers. Lastly, the Chicago White Sox is on the brink of being the worst team in baseball history. How did they get there? Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day, share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Mini Moon

03:10 - Visa Lawsuit

08:30 - Caroline Ellison Sentencing

12:09 - Novo Nordisk Ozempic Prices

17:45 - East Coast Port Strike

23:00 - MKBHD Panels App Review

26:40 - White Sox Woes