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US Banning Russian and Chinese Smart Cars? & The Apple Developer Working with OpenAI Sep 24, 2024

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Episode 416: Neal and Toby discuss why California is suing ExxonMobil over their alleged role in the plastic pollution crisis. Next up, why the US is thinking about banning technology from Russia and China in cars. Then famous Apple developer Jony Ive is working with Sam Altman and OpenAI, what could they be cooking up? Then turning commercial real estate into luxury apartments is all the rage in Manhattan and KMart calls it quits. Finally what is 'fridgescaping'?

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Three Mile Island Reopens to Power Microsoft AI & 'Cards Against Humanity' Sues SpaceX Sep 23, 2024

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Episode 415: Neal and Toby break down the deal Microsoft cut with Three Mile Island to have the nuclear reactor help power their AI. Plus, a possible Intel takeover, and why is 'Cards Against Humanity' suing SpaceX? Next up the WNBA playoffs are under way and movie theaters are putting serious money into revamping for the future. Finally, a look at the week ahead.

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00:00 - Fall is here

03:00 - Microsoft inks deal with Three Mile Island

08:00 - Intel investment

12:50 - Cards Against Humanity vs SpaceX

18:30 - WNBA Playoffs

21:25 - Movie Theater Makeover

24:20 - Week Ahead

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Nike CEO Abruptly Steps Down After Struggling Sales & 23andMe in Turmoil Sep 20, 2024

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Episode 414: Neal and Toby break down with Nike CEO John Donahoe announces he is retiring after the company's struggling sales. Plus, the guys explain why every single board member resigned from 23andMe this week. Then, Olive Garden cuts a deal with Uber to deliver bread sticks and Trump Media shares prepare to slide as big shareholders can sell their stocks. Next up Starlink is getting in the way of astrology and can Netflix help Jordan Chiles get her Bronze medal back?

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00:00 - Shohei Ohtani makes history

02:40 - Nike CEO Steps Down

08:00 - 23andMe Struggles

12:00 - Olive Garden and Uber

16:00 - Trump Media stock falls

19:20 - Starlink blocking scientists

22:50 - Netflix helping Jordan Chiles

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Stock Market Surges After 'Aggressive' Fed Rate Cut & Costco Launches New Product…Housing? Sep 19, 2024

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Episode 413: Neal and Toby recap the Fed’s decision to make an aggressive cut by 50-basis points and how the stock market reacted. Then, a deadly attack in Beirut caused by exploding pagers has everyone wondering why these pagers are connected to Taiwan. Next, Snap launches their latest AR glasses that are built for developers. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from Norway EVs, Costco housing, and Real Madrid’s noisy stadium. Lastly, the once iconic Tupperware brand files for bankruptcy. 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 - Toy Hall of Fame

02:40 - The Fed cuts rates

08:10 - Pager explosion supply chain

12:45 - Snap AR Spectacles

17:45 - Norway EVs

20:00 - Costco housing

23:00 - Spain concert venue fail

26:00 - Tupperware bankruptcy

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What the Coming Fed Rate Cut Means for Markets & Logan Paul vs. Lunchables Sep 18, 2024

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Episode 412: Neal and Toby preview the much anticipated Federal cut to interest rates after months of waiting for a green light. Then, Instagram automatically sets all teen accounts to private in an effort to increase child safety on social media. Plus, Oracle has been quietly riding the AI wave, which has made founder Larry Ellison the 3rd richest person in the world. Very nice. Meanwhile, YouTube's dream team of MrBeast, Logan Paul, and KSI team up to take on the school lunch industry with their own packaged lunch. Next, Michael Kors admits selling handbags is hard, especially in the age of TikTok and Taylor Swift. Lastly, popular video game Flappy Bird makes its triumphant return, but without the blessings of its original creator. 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 - Liverwurst

3:30 - Federal Reserve makes its cut

9:10 - Instagram goes private for teens

12:30 - Larry Ellison moves up the billionaires ranking

18:15 - Michael Kors testifies to FTC

22:15 - YouTubers are going after Lunchables

25:50 - Flappy Bird returns

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Amazon Axes Work From Home & Chipotle Debuts The Avocado Bot Sep 17, 2024

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Episode 411: Neal and Toby discuss Amazon’s big announcement of mandating its corporate staffers to return to the office 5 days a week. Then, Rupert Murdoch’s real-life succession drama unfolds behind closed doors in a courtroom to determine who helms the media conglomerate. Also, more than 30,000 Boeing factory workers go on strike after voting down on a new union contract and it could have catastrophic consequences to its cash flow. Next, Trump unveils his cryptocurrency exchange platform as he tries to coax crypto power players for this campaign. Meanwhile, Chipotle shows off its all-new Autocado – the machine that can cut, core, and peel avocados in high volumes. Lastly, Toby dives into the internet’s newest star: Moo Deng.

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00:00 - Michael Jordon Sells House

02:40 - Amazon Returns to Office 5 Days/Week

07:10 - Murdoch Family Drama

12:20 - Trump Crypto promises

16:15 - Boeing Strike Update

20:30 - Chipotle Avocado Robot

25:00 - Viral baby hippo Moo Deng

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TikTok Ready to Fight Ban in Court & The $20M Sporting Event at the Sphere Sep 16, 2024

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Episode 409: Neal and Toby catch up on the latest with the US attempt to fully ban TikTok and it seems to have the company…acting like a regular day. Then, the Biden administration is looking to close a loophole that allows Shein and Temu to avoid shipping fees that make its products so affordable. Next, the UFC has its first ever event in the Las Vegas Sphere powered by a multi-million dollar production. Meanwhile, winners from the Emmy’s and IG Nobel Prize awards. Lastly, the news you need to know in the weekend ahead. 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 - 100 days ‘til Christmas

3:15 - TikTok has its day in court

8:20 - Temu and Shein prices could be going up soon

12:15 - UFC gets in the LV Sphere

15:20 - Shogun sweeps at the Emmy’s

18:10 - IG Nobel Awards pushes the boundaries

21:45 - Week Ahead

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Wall Street Battles Banker Burnout & Is OpenAI Really Worth $150B? Sep 13, 2024

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Episode 409: Neal and Toby discuss Bank of America's and JPMorgan’s latest efforts to curb young bankers’ hours after increased scrutiny of Wall Street’s history of burnout. Then, Boeing’s new CEO Kelly Ortberg is begging its union to accept a deal to avoid a potentially catastrophic strike for the embattled company. Plus, OpenAI is looking to raise another $6.5B to bring its valuation to a whopping $150B as it launches a new model that is better at “reasoning.” Next, the once sought after gaming industry has faced a tough string of layoffs that is making it lose its luster. Meanwhile, Apple wants to tap into the health industry, starting with its AirPods that now be used as a hearing aid. Lastly, ever wonder what the National Security Agency is up to? Now the confidential agency is airing out all its dirty laundry with the launch of its own podcast. Juicy. 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 - Friday the 13th

02:30 - Bankers Hours Capped

07:15 - Boeing Strike

10:30 - OpenAI $150B Valuation

16:20 - Gaming Industry Layoffs

20:05 - AirPods as Hearing Aids

23:15 - The NSA Launches a Podcast

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$10M AI Music Scam Duped Everyone & Inflation Cools...Kinda Sep 12, 2024

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Episode 408: Neal and Toby examine the latest AI scam that duped the music industry of a whopping $10 million over 7 years. Then, the inflation rate hits the lowest since early 2021, which points all signs towards an incoming rate cut. Next, Campbell’s Soup drops the “soup” from its name because it’s branching out beyond its iconic tin can. Plus, Neal shows his favorite numbers from Raygun, the pandemic’s effect on teenage brains, and spacewalking. Lastly, Michael Jordan’s mansion is filled with invaluable collectibles from the basketball legend…and that’s why he can’t sell it. 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 - Bluey is Top Dog

02:30 - AI Music Scam

07:50 - Inflation Report

12:30 - Campbell’s Soup No More

17:00 - Neal’s Numbers

24:00 - Michael Jordan’s House

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Markets Brace After First Harris/Trump Debate & The Fed Bows to Big Banks Sep 11, 2024

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Episode 407: Neal and Toby recap the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and what experts are saying about their economic policies. Then the big banks take on the Federal Reserve and Volkswagen comes face to face with manufacturing struggles in Germany. Next up the guys look at the new CEO's taking over at Starbucks and Red Lobster and if they can turn the coffee and seafood ships around. Finally, the viral 9-month cruise finally comes to an end.

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00:00 - Remembering 9/11

02:30 - Presidential Debate on Economics

08:45 - Big banks vs The Fed

12:15 - Volkswagon woes

16:20 - Starbucks and Red Lobster overhaul

22:10 - 9-month Cruise ends

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