New “TrumpRx” to Lower Drug Prices & Spotify Drops One CEO for Two
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
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
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
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
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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Morning Brew Daily, a daily talk show that covers the latest news on business, the economy, and everything else, with Neal Freyman and Toby Howell. Witty, informative and everything you need to start your day. Available on all podcasting platforms and Youtube.
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