Episodes

  • USPS Going Private? & SoftBank Makes $100B Bet on AI in America

    USPS Going Private? & SoftBank Makes $100B Bet on AI in America
    Dec 17 2024
    Episode 476: Neal and Toby discuss another overhaul project that may be on the Trump agenda during his second term – the United States Postal Service. Then, Germany seems to be on the brink of economic collapse as it continues to trend downwards, concerning world economies. Also, SoftBank’s CEO Masoyoshi Son pledges a $100B investment in AI jobs in the US. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the rise and continued rise of puritan-names. Lastly, biggest headline news you need to know. Build your Range Rover Sport at landroverusa.com 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - IMAX Re-Releases 03:40 - USPS Going Private? 08:10 - German Economic Turmoil 11:45 - SoftBank Investment 15:00 - Virtue Baby Names 18:30 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Tech CEOs Try to Charm Trump & Gov. Officials Call for Action vs Drones

    Tech CEOs Try to Charm Trump & Gov. Officials Call for Action vs Drones
    Dec 16 2024
    Episode 475: Neal and Toby explain how CEOs from the biggest tech companies are trying to woo Donald Trump ahead of his presidency. Next up, how Broadcom road semiconductors all the way to $1 trillion. Then government officials sound off against the drones that have been flying around the northeast. Hot Wheels and those who hate daylight saving time are our winners or the weekend, and finally a look at the week ahead. Build your Range Rover Sport at landroverusa.com 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - James Patterson Book Donations 03:00 - Tech CEOs Charm Trump 07:30 - Broadcom hits $1T 11:45 - Drone Update 17:50 - Winners of the Weekend 24:10 - Week Ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Are Reality TV Stars…Employees? & ‘Hot Ones’ Sold For $82M

    Are Reality TV Stars…Employees? & ‘Hot Ones’ Sold For $82M
    Dec 13 2024
    Episode 474: Neal and Toby dive into a labor dispute that could change the landscape of reality TV shows, and at the center of it all: Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind.’ Then, BuzzFeed sells off its wildly popular show ‘Hot Ones’ for a massive $82M deal. Also, people are scared, nervous, concerned, and confused about drones flying over the tri-state area as government officials have no idea where they’re coming from. Meanwhile, the Stock of the Week is Google’s AI agent, while the Dog of the Week are healthcare insurance companies after the fallout of the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. Lastly, the biggest news for you to close out your day. Visit https://www.sage.com for more! 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Elon Musk is Worth $400B & Saudi Arabia Set to Host 2034 World Cup

    Elon Musk is Worth $400B & Saudi Arabia Set to Host 2034 World Cup
    Dec 12 2024
    Episode 473: Neal recaps the latest inflation report, which ticked up just so slightly – but didn’t cause any panic. Then, FIFA announced the next countries to host the World Cup and in 2034, the choice of Saudi Arabia has raised a lot of eyebrows. Plus, Elon Musk becomes the first person to reach $400B net worth. Also, Neal shares his favorite numbers on Americans moving, Juan Soto’s contract, and a traveling humpback whale. Lastly, headline news you can use to end your day. Visit https://www.sage.com for more! 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Intro 03:25 - Inflation Ticks Up Slightly 08:50 - Saudi Arabia to Host the World Cup 13:30 - Elon Musk is Worth $400B 19:10 - Neal’s Numbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • CEO Killer Merch Goes Viral & Amazon Sells Cars Now

    CEO Killer Merch Goes Viral & Amazon Sells Cars Now
    Dec 11 2024
    Episode 472: Neal and Toby discuss the wave of merchandise that is popping up everywhere on marketplace platforms such as Etsy, eBay, TikTok Shop, and Amazon, and why these retailers are needing to take them down. Then, it’s been one year since President Javier Milei pledged to overhaul Argentina’s government spending and it has come with some surprising results – both good and bad. Plus, shoppers on Amazon can now add a Hyundai car to their cart. Meanwhile, a new study shows a growing number of US adults lacking literacy skills. Finally, a roundup of the biggest headlines to end your day. Visit https://www.sage.com for more! 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Time Person of the Year Nominees 03:00 - CEO Killer Merchandise Virality 08:00 - One Year of Milei in Argentina 12:00 - Amazon Sells Cars Now 17:45 - American Adult Literacy is Down 21:45 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • $13B Mega-Deal Creates Advertising Giant & Google’s Staggering Quantum Computer

    $13B Mega-Deal Creates Advertising Giant & Google’s Staggering Quantum Computer
    Dec 10 2024
    Episode 471: Neal and Toby chat about the mega-merger to create the largest ad agency in the world as the industry contends with AI and social media platforms to stay alive. Then, Nvidia is hit with a probe from China, alleging breaking anti-monopoly laws as the US-China trade wars heat up. Also, Google unveils its new quantum chip capable of solving problems that even the most advanced supercomputers can’t do in minutes. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the latest trend of professional back scratchers that unlock a new level of relaxation to their customers. Lastly, the biggest headlines you should know about. Visit https://www.sage.com for more! 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - CEO Shooting Suspect Arrested 03:00 - Mega Ad-Merger 07:30 - China Probes Nvidia 10:50 - Google Quantum Computer 15:35 - Back Scratching as a Career 18:24 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • TikTok Ban One Step Closer to Happening & Taylor Swift's End of An Era

    TikTok Ban One Step Closer to Happening & Taylor Swift's End of An Era
    Dec 9 2024
    Episode 470: Neal and Toby recap the weekend with an update from an appeals court that upheld a law that could make TikTok’s ban become a reality in January. Then, a regime is toppled in Syria after years of unrest. Also, a surge of job growth in November, and Trump says he has no plans to oust Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift’s epic Eras Tour makes its final stop in Vancouver, British Columbia. Plus, the College Football Playoffs begin and Japan and the UK are experimenting with the 4-day work week. Lastly, what you need to know for the week ahead. Visit https://www.sage.com/ for more! 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. Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316 Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • DOGE Pitches $2T Budget Cuts & Everyone is Drinking Guinness

    DOGE Pitches $2T Budget Cuts & Everyone is Drinking Guinness
    Dec 6 2024
    Episode 469: Neal and Toby discuss Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s visit to Congress, otherwise known as DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency, as they pitch their ideas to cut excess government spending. Then, Guinness is the hottest beer on the market right now and loyal fans are concerned it may cause a shortage during the holiday season for the beloved stout. Also, the famed Notre Dame Cathedral will officially reopen this weekend after the mysterious devastating fire in 2019. Meanwhile, Robinhood is the Stock of the Week, and the Hawk Tuah Girl is the Dog of the Week. Lastly, the biggest headlines to lead you into the weekend. Download the Yahoo! Finance App (on the Play and App store) for real-time alerts on news and insights tailored to your portfolio and stock watchlists. 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Mispronounced Words 03:10 - DOGE in DC 09:10 - Guiness Shortage 12:40 - Notre Dame Reopens 18:00 - Stock of the Week 21:10 - Dog of the Week 24:40 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins