Morning Brew Daily
650 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★ - 1.9K ratingsMorning 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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Twitter Rebrands to 'X' and 'Barbenheimer' Makes $230+ Million On Opening Weekend
July 24, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 109: Neal and Toby explain why Elon Musk has decided to rebrand Twitter as, 'X'. Plus it looks like 'Barbenheimer' surpassed expectations after making history at the box office, raking in over $230 million. Also, how power grids across the country are holding up against record hot temperatures and who won the weekend? Finally, what to expect from the Nasdaq rebalance and what Neal and Toby are watching this week. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morn...
How 'Barbenheimer' Can Save The Box Office & Kim Kardashian's 'Skims' Worth $4 Billion
July 21, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutesEpisode 108: Kelsey Sutton joins the show! Kelsey is the Deputy Editor of Marketing Brew and lends her expertise as she and Neal break down all of the hype surrounding the opening weekend for blockbusters 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer'. Plus, Kim Kardashian's 'Skims' valued at a whopping $4 billion, stocks of the week, and how one family won a $800,000 lawsuit over... chicken nuggets? Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube....
Tesla Posts Record Q2 Revenue, Goldman Sachs Struggles & Wesleyan Ends Legacy Admissions
July 20, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 107: Neal and Toby discuss the biggest earnings reports from Wednesday, including Tesla's record Q2 revenue, Netflix's major growth in subscribers and Goldman Sachs drop in profits. Also the guys explain why the President of FIFA is asking people in New Zealand to buy tickets to the World Cup. Neal shares his favorite numbers and Wesleyan University has stopped accepting legacy admissions. Finally the latest TikTok trend that is making some creators almost $7,000 a day. Listen to Morn...
Record Heat Hits Europe, SAG-AFTRA Takes on Influencers & Apple Maps is Good Now?
July 19, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutesEpisode 106: Toby and Neal discuss the record temperatures over in Europe during peak travel season. Plus, how could influencers take advantage of the SAG-AFTRA strike in Hollywood and Meta introduces Llama 2 for commercial use while Microsoft is offering a $30 subscription to incorporate AI into Microsoft 365. And why SHEIN is in the midst of a Rico lawsuit and what parallels that has with... the mafia? Finally what is the workday dead zone and apparently Apple Maps is the new wave. Listen t...
Americans Finally Have Money in the Bank & Promising New Alzheimer's Drug
July 18, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 105: Neal and Toby explain why Americans currently have the most cash in the bank since before the pandemic. Plus, why wages are finally starting to outpace inflation but for Europeans, the story isn't necessarily the same. Meanwhile Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that could change the game waits for FDA approval and why a typo sent millions of US Military emails to the wrong country. Toby explains why an aging filter on TikTok is going viral, and also, how passengers are 'skiplagging' ...
DeSantis Burning Through Cash, Actor and UPS Strikes Could Cost Billions, & Tesla Cybertruck is Here
July 17, 2023 11:36 - 30 minutesEpisode 104: Neal and Toby explain how Ron DeSantis spend $7.9 million in his first six weeks of his Presidential campaign and how other candidates are spending and fundraising comparatively. Plus, why the actor and UPS strikes could cost billions, and after two long years Tesla's Cybertruck is finally here. Also, United pilots get paid and Lionel Messi loves Publix. The guys also want to wish a happy 'World Emoji Day' to you and yours and they take a look ahead to what we are watching this w...
FTC Investigates OpenAI, Birth Control Finally Available Over The Counter & Bob Iger Goes Off
July 14, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 103: Kyle Hagge joins the show! Kyle and Toby discuss all of the headlines swirling around the FTC right now; including their investigation of OpenAI, the clash between Chair Lina Khan and Congress and why Twitter is asking a federal court to drop a settlement from 2022. Plus, for the first time birth control will be available over the counter - what does this mean for insurance companies? Also Bob Iger says Disney is considering selling off traditional TV assets among taking other co...
Hollywood Actors Set To Strike & Good Inflation News Sends Markets Soaring
July 13, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 102: Neal and Toby discuss why writers and actors in Hollywood could be striking at the same time for the first time in over 60 years. Plus wages are finally rising faster than inflation as it falls to 3%, and Domino's and Uber Eats are partnering to change the pizza game. Then Neal shares his favorite numbers, which includes Burger King Thailand's 'Real Cheeseburger' which is just... 20 slices of cheese. Finally the largest cruise ship in the entire world is getting ready to set sail...
Microsoft-Activision Deal Complete & Bank of America Opens Fake Accounts
July 12, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 101: Neal and Toby discuss a judge ruling that Microsoft can complete its $69 billion deal to purchase Activision Blizzard despite an injunction from the FTC. Plus, historic flooding in the Northeast that is costing billions and Bank of America is on the hook for $250 million after opening fake accounts and charging customers illegal junk fees. And what is Anthropocene? And why can we only talk about it every 13,000 years? Also thanks to a national shortage, a bottle of sriracha is go...
Fed Rolls Out Instant Payment System & The Battle for Aretha's $18M Estate
July 11, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 100: Happy 100th episode! Neal and Toby celebrate by explaining what the Federal Reserve's new instant payment service is and how it could impact you. Plus, why there is a sea salt shortage in South Korea as people are preparing for Japan's release of treated radioactive water. The guys also discuss the drama surrounding Aretha Franklin's handwritten wills and why her sons are heading to court. And Disney hasn't been this empty in a long time - the guys explain why executives aren't s...
San Francisco's Robotaxi Problem & The FDA vs. Logan Paul's Prime Energy
July 10, 2023 11:16 - 28 minutesEpisode 99: Neal and Toby explain why safe street activists in San Francisco are disabling robotaxis with traffic cones. Plus, the telecom companies that have left behind a network of toxic lead cables strewn across America and Senators call for the FDA to investigate Logan Paul's Prime Energy Drink because it has the caffeine equivalent of... Eight Coca-Colas!? Then the guys share their winners of the weekend and explain why the NBA is adopting a midseason tournament. Finally we look forward...
Twitter Fires Back at Meta & US Labor Market is Sizzling
July 07, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutesEpisode 98: It seems like everywhere you look, people are talking about Threads. Luckily, Neal and Toby are here to break it all down and talk about the biggest moments since its launch. Plus, early data shows the US labor market is strong and thriving. So then why is Wall Street backing away? Then, Las Vegas unveils its roundest entertainment center — a 366-foot-tall LED sphere. Meanwhile, the heat is getting turned up on the celebrities tied up in the FTX collapse saga. Lastly, a banned sub...
Regulating AI Hiring & Auto Sales Make A Comeback
July 06, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutesEpisode 97: Neal and Toby discuss the latest legal troubles for AI and whether ChatGPT's first decline in growth is a telling sign. Plus, the US auto industry is alive & well with soaring sales from major automakers, which could be a turning point for the economy. Then, a look at why retirees are investing into the stock market as if they're millennials, why Gen-Z is taking over golf, and what 3 straight record-breaking hot days could mean for the Winter. Lastly, Subway will start cutting del...
Meta Launching Twitter Rival Threads & US and China’s Semiconductor War
July 05, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 96: Neal and Toby are back after a refreshing long weekend with lots of news to get to! Meta is coming for Twitter as it's set to launch Threads on Thursday but is it innovative enough to take down the already struggling social outlet? Plus, a judge ordered President Biden and his administration to limit contact with social media companies as the US is wrapped up in a tit-for-tat battle with China over semiconductors and solar panels. The guys also declare their winners of the long we...
Business Building with Alex Lieberman
July 04, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutesEpisode 95: On this special holiday edition of Morning Brew Daily, Neal and Toby sit down with Morning Brew Co-Founder Alex Lieberman. The guys discuss Alex's journey in building the Brew with now CEO Austin Rief while they were both in college at Michigan and why Alex almost didn't hire Neal as MB's third ever full-time employee. Alex also explains how his mental health took a hit when he shifted from CEO to Executive Chairman in 2021 and how he has navigated a shift in responsibilities over...
Get to Know Good Work's Dan Toomey
July 03, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutesEpisode 94: Neal and Toby chat with the face of Morning Brew's social media, Dan Toomey, on this special Holiday edition of Morning Brew Daily. Dan recently launched his own franchise called 'Good Work' after having been with Morning Brew for the past few years. Dan discusses how how he arrived at MB, how he manages his mental health as a creator, his future aspirations and even what his go-to Dunkin Donuts order is. Watch Good Work Here: https://www.youtube.com/@GoodWorkMB Follow Good Work H...
Is Diet Coke Dangerous? & US Supreme Court Bans Affirmative Action
June 30, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 93: Neal and Toby unpack the momentous Supreme Court decision to reject the consideration of race in university admissions. Then, a leaked report shows a common artificial sweetener used in sugar-free products could be carcinogenic to humans. Plus, Virgin Galactic launches it's first commercial flight into space while the spotlight is on extreme tourism. Also, the 80s are cool again. Not the decade, but the age. Why 80 year olds are choosing to work vs. retirement. Lastly, an organiza...
Shein Influencers Catch Backlash & Why Air Travel Is So Bad
June 29, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 92: Neal and Toby cover the multiple reasons why air travel this Summer is in shambles and continues to struggle. Plus, a trip to China goes horribly wrong as social media unleashes its fury towards the traveling Shein influencers. Also, Costco takes a page out of Netflix's playbook and starts cracking down on shoppers sharing membership cards, and is Airbnb on its way towards a collapse? The numbers may surprise you. Lastly, Ireland is looking to pay homebuyers to fix-up their homes....
Lordstown Motors Goes Bankrupt & Why is 'Barbie' Everywhere Right Now?!
June 28, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 91: Neal and Toby explain why Lordstown Motors has filed for bankruptcy and is suing Foxconn for $170 million. Plus, how the 'Barbie' marketing team has taken over the world with a sea of pink and product collabs. Also, Ryan Seacrest is your new host of 'Wheel of Fortune' after Pat Sajack steps down following more than four decades on the show, and which company is offering interns $120 an hour. Finally, there is only one state left where you legally can't pump your own gas and... The...
Cities Charging for Traffic & Wall Street Loves Weight Loss
June 27, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutesEpisode 90: Neal and Toby break down New York City's adoption of a congestion toll that would charge vehicles for driving in Manhattan, and why it could be setting a precedent for other cities around the country. They also explain why a possible weight-loss pill from Eli Lily has investors on Wall Street salivating. Plus, SCOTUS hears a case that could block plans to tax the rich. Toby gets trendy and explains why Gen-Z loves cottage cheese and why insurance companies are not pickleball fans....
Russian Turmoil's Impact On The Global Economy & The Fruit States Crop Crisis
June 26, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutesEpisode 89: Neal and Toby explain what is going on in Russia; who is the Wagner Group and how has the civil unrest in Moscow impacted the global economy? They also break down the not-so-peachy crop crisis happening in Florida and Georgia and why wild weather is to blame and did you know that Elton John has the highest-grossing tour of all-time!? Plus, Congress is proposing a decrease in training hours for commercial pilots to combat the national pilot shortage. Then Neal and Toby share their ...
'Catastrophic Implosion' Destroys Titanic Sub & Why Global Inflation Keeps Rising
June 23, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutesEpisode 88: Neal and Toby have the latest on the 'catastrophic implosion' that destroyed the Titan submersible. They also explain why inflation rates continue to rise around the world and how Overstock.com would find any value in purchasing Bed Bath & Beyond's IP for over $20 million. Plus, why Dominoes is up and Disney is down. And following last night's NBA Draft, European athletes are having their moment in major American sports. Finally the guys look ahead to the Gamestop meme stock movie...
Zuck and Elon Want to Brawl? & Amazon Sued for Duping Prime Customers
June 22, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutesEpisode 87: Did you hear? Mark Zuckerberg has challenged Elon Musk to a cage match brawl. Neal and Toby place their bets. Plus, the FTC sues Amazon over tricking millions of customers into subscribing to Prime. Also, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, visits the US and meets with President Biden and other top business leaders. And finally why Lab-Grown meat is now FDA approved and how DC bars got approval to stay open for 24 hours this summer. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: http...
The Missing Titanic Sub Latest, Homebuilding Soars, Student Loan Payments Resume
June 21, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 86: Toby is back! The guys dive into the search for the missing submersible en route to explore the Titanic shipwreck. They have the latest on 'banging' heard in the ocean and discuss a 2018 lawsuit against the company OceanGate Expeditions. Plus, why there is a boom in homebuilding and how it has impacted the housing nation-wide shortage. Oh, and if you haven't heard - student loan payments are officially set to restart in the fall. Also the Paris Olympic headquarters were searched i...
Canada's Population Advantage, UPS Workers Authorize Strike & Missing Titanic Submersible
June 20, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 85: Neal and Kyle get right back into the swing of things after the long weekend and discuss how Canada's population explosion has kept them in the race for labor. Plus, why UPS workers have voted to strike and how could it impact your packages. Also, a submersible on an expedition to see the Titanic shipwreck has gone missing in a remote part of the Atlantic Ocean, and rescuers are on a time crunch to help the five people aboard. The guys also give their winners of the weekend and wh...
'Money With Katie' Gives Personal Finance Tips
June 19, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutesEpisode 84: On this episode of Morning Brew Daily, Katie Gatti Tassin from 'Money With Katie' joins the show and reflects on her journey as a personal finance creator. She also shares her best personal finance advice with Neal and Toby. Her wisdom includes: How to pick a high-yield savings account Is it possible to be saving too much? What is the best credit card for you? Is it more important to invest or save? How to maximize your money Listen to Money With Katie Here: https://link.cht...
Cava Crushes In IPO, Has Pixar Lost It's Fastball? & Ticketmaster Gets Honest
June 16, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 83: Not Toby set his alarm extra early and has made his return. Welcome back Kyle Hagge! He and Neal get into Cava's monstrous IPO debut after their stock doubled on Thursday. Plus, with Pixar's newest movie "Elemental" coming out, can the studio recover from some of their recent struggles? And President Biden makes Ticketmaster get honest with fees and the guys share their stock and dog of the week. Finally, why Vegas is trying to become the new sports mecca and a manager at the Harv...
Fed Finally Pauses Rate Hikes & AI is Coming for Doctors and Lawyers
June 15, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 82: Toby got up extra early in the Pacific North West coast to join us this morning! We are bi-coastal baby. The guys break down the Federal Reserve finally pausing rate hikes and what it could mean for you. Plus, there's a new top beer in the US and which labor sector will be most impacted by AI in the year 2027? Senators are probing the deal between LIV and the PGA and Neal shares his favorite numbers. Plus, Beyonce why Beyonce is being blamed for high inflation in Sweden. Listen He...
Inflation Rate At Two-Year Low, San Francisco's Retail Exodus & Instant Pot Goes Bankrupt
June 14, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutesEpisode 81: Neal and Toby take a look at the CPI Data and explain why the inflation rate is at the lowest it's been in two years and what that means for you, and eggs. Plus, the retail exodus from San Francisco and the maker of Instant Pot has filed for Chapter 11. Also, how one four week old AI startup raised over $110 million and Paul McCartney explains why AI could give us one more never before heard Beatles song. And finally, Japan has a... Pokemon crime problem? Listen Here: https://link...
S&P 500 Hits New Highs & Gig Workers Get a Raise
June 13, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutesEpisode 80: Neal and Toby explain why the S&P 500 is absolutely ripping, as it jumps to it's highest level in over a year. Plus, how the youths in Montana are taking charge in the climate change crisis and food delivery workers in New York City just got a raise. Is London the new crypto hub? And finally the pasta protests that have Italy sauced up. Listen Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
Reddit Goes Dark & Netflix Password Sharing Lockdown Skyrockets Subscribers
June 12, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 79: Neal and Toby explain the drama that has led thousands of Subreddits to go dark on Monday. Plus, how the collapse of a portion of 95 in Philadelphia impacts travel and business and how Netflix subscriber numbers have skyrocketed after their password sharing lockdown. Also, which billionaire has handed over his empire to his son? Finally, why this person spent 100 days under water and what we are watching for this week. Listen Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Here: https://ww...
GM Joins Tesla's Charging Network & It Costs How Much to Climb Everest?!
June 09, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 78: Neal and Toby discuss why GM is adapting their electric vehicles to be able to use Tesla Superchargers and what it means for EV industry standards. Plus N95 masks are in everyone's Amazon carts and why Carvana shares are up and Gamestop fired their CEO. They also get into the money required to climb Mt. Everest and why one man is under fire for thanking his sponsors and not the sherpa who saves his life. And how fast do you have to go to get a speeding ticket that's over... $100k?...
Wildfire Smoke Stuns Northeast & Apple and Adidas Bring Messi to MLS
June 08, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 77: Neal and Toby discuss the economic fallout from the Canadian wildfire smoke that has stunted the Northeast the past two days. They also break down soccer superstar Lionel Messi's historic deal with MLS team Inter Miami how Apple and Adidas share deals factored into his arrival to the US. Plus, why Martha Stewart says everyone should return to the office. Neal shares his favorite numbers from the week and there's a mystery person in Ohio who has found themselves in a sh**** situati...
Stunning Billion $$$ Golf Merger, Alien Whistleblower & Obsession with Succession
June 07, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutesEpisode 76: Neal and Toby discuss the historic billion dollar golf merger between LIV and the PGA that seemingly came out of nowhere on Thursday. How did it happen and what does it mean for the sport and Saudi Arabia's 'sportswashing'? Also, they rip through headlines you should know including why 100 million people were impacted by poor air quality along the east coast and why the SEC is going after Coinbase. Plus, the alien whistleblower, Mr. Bean is out on electric vehicles and the media's...
Apple Unveils 'Vision Pro' Headset & Twitter's New CEO Takes Over
June 06, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutesEpisode 75: Neal and Toby take a look at Apple's new 'Vision Pro' mixed reality headset and explain why the product is so significant for the company. They also dive into the SEC's lawsuit against Binance and what to expect from Linda Yaccarino as she takes over Twitter CEO from Elon Musk. Plus, Toby attempts to explain to Neal why 'beige flags' are trending on TikTok and would you spend $43k on a tiny home from Home Depot? Learn more about our sponsor, Fidelity: https://fidelity.com/stocksby...
Oil Prices Rise On Saudi Cuts & 'Barbie' Movie Global Pink Shortage
June 05, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutesEpisode 74: Neal and Toby explain why Saudi Arabia is cutting 1 million barrels of oil a day in a deal with OPEC and what it could mean for gas prices for this summer travel season. They delve into a Hollywood business news roundup from the weekend; including a new deal between directors and and studios and Christopher Nolan's case for seeing 'Oppenheimer' in IMAX. Plus the 'Barbie' movie was so pink, it caused an international paint shortage. Finally who were the winners of the weekend and w...
Is The Great Resignation Over?, Meta's New VR Headset, & The War on Big Dairy
June 02, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 73: Neal and Toby discuss why the latest labor data indicates that 'The Great Resignation' might be over. They also break down Meta's new VR headset and why the company is using all their firepower to take on Apple in the race to be top dog in the virtual reality space. Plus did Aubrey Plaza's ad for big dairy violate a federal law? And what stock absolutely collapsed this week vs why big tech is dominating the market right now. And if you felt like you missed any weird news this week...
Bud Light Out as Top US Beer? & How The Debt Ceiling Deal Impacts You
June 01, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 72: Neal and Toby discuss how a almost 30% drop in Bud Light sales revenue may dethrone the beer as the US's top brew. Who is hot on their heels? Plus, what is actually in the Debt Ceiling Deal and how will it impact you and the economy. Also, why the National Eating Disorder Association phased out their chatbot and which airline is weighing passengers before getting on planes. Neal shares his favorite numbers and in honor of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Toby challenges Neal to ...
Nvidia Joins The Trillion $$$ Club & AI Researchers Warn Against 'Risk of Extinction'
May 31, 2023 12:32 - 25 minutesEpisode 71: Neal and Toby are up to break down the biggest headlines ahead of your morning commute! They discuss tech company Nvidia becoming a part of the exclusive trillion dollar market cap club. They also get into why AI researchers are warning against a 'risk of extinction'. Plus Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes finally reports to prison and Toby explains why smelling good is trendy. And have you ever thought about renting someone's backyard pool for a little summer soiree? Neal explain...
Debt Ceiling Deal, Losing $1B in Blackjack & The Biz of TSwift
May 30, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 70: Toby and Neal break down the Debt Ceiling Deal that came together over the weekend. They also take a look at a lawyer who had to apologize for using ChatGPT in a lawsuit and why State Farm won't insure homes in California anymore. Plus, how blackjack players lost $1 billion in Vegas last year. And Neal and Toby are Swifties? They give a full recap of their experience at The Eras Tour. Learn more about our sponsor, Brex: brex.com/brewdaily Listen Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Wa...
Memorial Day Special: Get to Know Toby and Neal
May 29, 2023 12:00 - 33 minutesEpisode 69: On this Memorial Day Special episode of Morning Brew Daily, Toby and Neal take a moment to get to interview one another about their pasts. They discuss where they went to college and their Morning Brew origin stories. Did you know that Toby was the captain of the soccer team at Brown and almost went pro? And that Neal almost wasn't hired by Morning Brew? The discuss all of that and more. Listen Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyS...
Neuralink Approved for Human Trials, A Game of Shaq & Mouse, & Starbucks' Cold War
May 26, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 68: Neal & Toby chat about Elon Musk’s brain implant company receiving FDA approval for human trials. Would you volunteer to go under the knife for Neuralink? Then, after eluding process servers for months, Shaq gets served during an NBA game at the former FTX arena...ironic isn’t it? Next, Starbucks switches its ice cubes and stirs up a debate online. Finally, Memorial Day weekend is here! Neal & Toby have some interesting stats that might help your wallet for the upcoming weekend. ...
#DeSaster on Twitter, NVIDIA’s Potential Stock Market Record, & A $22.5 Million Ghost Town?!
May 25, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 67: Neal and Toby recap the fiasco that was Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' official presidential bid on Twitter Spaces. They go over what happened, what were they thinking, and what this could mean for the 2024 election. Then they talk NVIDIA’s track to breaking a stock market record. Meanwhile, Fitch put the US' credit rating on watch for a possible downgrade. Whoa. Finally, a mysterious buyer purchases a ghost town in CA for $22.5 million...could it be a ghost reclaiming its land?? Lea...
Anthropic vs. OpenAI, Netflix Password Crackdown, & Teen Mental Health Crisis
May 24, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 66: Neal and Toby dive into potential game changers in AI: Ex-OpenAI execs receive the largest funding to-date and Adobe's AI-enhanced Photoshop. Then, Netflix's crackdown on password sharing has arrived in the US. Meanwhile, teen mental health reaches emergency situation...a report says social media is to blame. Lastly, a look at the top 100 most reputable brands -- can you guess where Twitter lands? Hint: It's not very high. Learn more about our sponsor, Brex: brex.com/brewdaily Le...
Ozempic the Anti-Addiction Drug, Age of Streaming Mergers, & Bezos's Boat
May 23, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 65: Neal and Toby discuss the increasing buzz around potent weight loss drugs with Pfizer's oral version and Ozempic's anti-addiction side effects. Then, Showtime merges with Paramount+, Max absorbs Discovery+, and Disney+ wants to include Hulu. Are we entering the age of streaming mergers? Meanwhile, Western states reach a deal that might stop its main water source from completely drying up. Lastly, Jeff Bezos just popped the question to his girlfriend but why are people only talking...
What if the US Defaults?, Instagram vs. Twitter & Game Over for E-Sports?
May 22, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutesEpisode 64: Neal and Toby break down what would happen if the US defaults. Plus the guys talk about Instagram throwing its hat in the battle of text-based platforms. Then, is the allure of E-Sports starting to fade? A look into the stagnant industry and if it's time to give up on its future. Lastly, Cava gets ready for IPO, debt ceiling update, and a whale problem that is wreaking havoc in Europe that may be a sign of a killer whale revolution. Learn more about our sponsor, Brex: brex.com/br...
Disney Drops $1B FL Project, Working with Weed & Best US Beaches
May 19, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutesEpisode 63: Neal and Toby get you ready for the weekend as they dive into the latest rift between Disney & DeSantis and why this one is costing the state nearly 2,000 jobs. Plus if ESPN moves to streaming does that mean cable is officially dead? Meanwhile more people than ever are smoking weed while they work and why does Congress care so much about AM Radio? Finally the guys break down the best beaches in America and even read some amazing listener emails. Learn more about our sponsor, Fide...
Montana Bans TikTok, Miami's Bitcoin Buyer's Remorse, & Uber for Teens
May 18, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutesEpisode 62: Neal and Toby give the latest update on government news with the debt ceiling crisis and Montana's bold ban on TikTok on all devices. Then, Bitcoin 2023 is here! Except...Miami isn't all that excited about it anymore. What can happen in a year, amirite? Meanwhile, Uber reaches out to teenagers and soccer moms. Heinz makes all your sauce dreams come true with over 200 sauce combos. Maybe you can pour it over your CRISPR salad. Learn more about our sponsor, Fidelity: https://fideli...
ChatGPT Goes to Congress, Tesla Ads Coming, & Liberating Taco Tuesdays
May 17, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutesEpisode 61: Dynamic duo Neal and Toby recap OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman's trip to Congress, asking for AI to be regulated. They'll also cover Tesla's annual shareholder meetings where Elon made some big announcements, including advertising for the first time. Then, Taco Bell's crusade to free "Taco Tuesday" and available to all. Lastly, the latest jewelry heist that rocked Europe comes to a close. Learn more about our sponsor, Brex: brex.com/brewdaily Learn more about our sponsor, Fidelity: http...
Americans $17 Trillion in Debt, Free TVs... Kinda & Martha's Still Got It
May 16, 2023 14:00 - 23 minutesEpisode 60: The prodigal son returns...Toby is back! Neal and Toby reunite to talk about the record-high consumer debt hurting Americans. Plus, this company wants to give you a free TV in exchange for constant ads. The question is: would you take the deal? Then, the IRS is testing out its own e-filing system. Finally, Martha Stewart gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated at 81 years old and Netflix's biggest flop to-date. Learn more about our sponsor, Fidelity: https://fidelity.com/stocksby...