Business Wars Daily

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Business rivals are doing battle every day. On Business Wars Daily, we'll give you a brief daily update on the latest wars between the world's biggest companies. Hosted by David Brown from the hit podcast "Business Wars," listeners will get an inside look at some of today’s most controversial disputes and most surprising business stories: Uber and Lyft competing to invest in city scooters. The latest movie theater grudge match between DC and Marvel. Coffee companies fighting to fill your cup of joe in the morning. New episodes every Monday through Friday.

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Ozy Ozy Ozy? Oy, Oy, Oy.

October 11, 2021 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

Today is Monday, October 11, and we’re looking at Ozy vs. One America News. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Introducing: Who, When, WOW!

October 09, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MB

Created by Tinkercast and hosted by Rebecca Sheir (Circle Round), “Who, When, Wow!” is an auditory journey into the lives of unsung heroes, unknown heroines and amazing humans. Each 20 minute “cartoon-for-the-ear” episode immerses kids and their grown-ups in a historical narrative around one fascinating figure you don’t hear about in school but who brought WOW to our world! Listen to the rest of this episode here: https://wondery.com/shows/who-when-wow/ See Privacy Policy at https...

Essential Oil Giants Battle for Clout in Utah

October 08, 2021 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MB

Today is Friday, October 8, and we’re looking at doTERRA vs. Young Living. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eminem’s Latest Venture? Italian Food

October 07, 2021 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.12 MB

Today is Thursday, October 7, and we’re looking at Mom’s Spaghetti vs. Toney Island. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Celebrities’ Love Affair with Tequila is Going Strong

October 06, 2021 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3 MB

Today is Wednesday, October 6, and we’re looking at Casa del Sol vs. 818. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Race to Find a Tasty Plant-Based Milk

October 05, 2021 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MB

Today is Tuesday, October 5, and we’re looking at Danone vs. Planet Oat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Costco Reinstates Toilet Paper Purchase Limits

October 04, 2021 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MB

Today is Monday, October 4, and we’re looking at Costco vs. Walmart. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Biden Goes After Big Meat

October 01, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MB

Today is Friday, October 1, and we’re looking at Tyson Foods vs. JBS. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

FedEx’s Annual Rate Hike Has Online Sellers Worried

September 30, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MB

Today is Thursday, September 30, and we’re looking at FedEx vs. UPS. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Taco Subscription? Yes, It’s a Thing.

September 29, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MB

Today is Wednesday, September 29, and we’re looking at Taco Bell vs. Panera. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam Adams’ New Beer Is Illegal in 15 States

September 28, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MB

Today is Tuesday, September 28, and we’re looking at Sam Adams vs. The Bruery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sweatpants and Devices Drive Lululemon’s Record Earnings

September 27, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MB

Today is Monday, September 27, and we’re looking at Lululemon vs. Peloton. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Plant-Based Products Go to the Dogs

September 24, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MB

Today is Friday, September 24, and we’re looking at Wild Earth vs. Freshpet vs. Blue Buffalo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Same Kitchen, Different Brand: “Virtual Restaurants” Are Growing

September 23, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MB

Today is Thursday, September 23, and we’re looking at Stir Fry Chef vs. Pasqually’s Pizza & Wings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Send Us Your Trash,” says Taco Bell

September 22, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MB

Today is Wednesday, September 22, and we’re looking at Taco Bell vs. McDonald’s. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roomba Now Avoids Messy Situations

September 21, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

Today is Tuesday, September 21, and we’re looking at Roomba vs. Roborock. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An “Epic” Battle is Unfolding in the App Store

September 20, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MB

Today is Monday, September 20, and we’re looking at Epic Games vs. Apple. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stories from after 9/11

September 18, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.1 MB

How did 9/11 the day become 9/11 the idea? That question drives award-winning host Dan Taberski (Missing Richard Simmons, Running From COPS, The Line) to shift his focus to what happened on 9/12, and every day after that. 9/12 is a poignant, surprising, and surprisingly funny seven episode series about people who wake up on 9/12 having to navigate a new, radically altered world. A teenager gets caught up in an out-of-control conspiracy theory that he helped start. A Pakistani busine...

Organized Crime Has Turned to the Vitamin Aisle

September 17, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MB

Today is Friday, September 17, and we’re looking at CVS vs. Amazon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stitch Fix Stylists Quit En Masse

September 16, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MB

Today is Thursday, September 16, and we’re looking at Stitch Fix vs. Dailylook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Toymakers Lean Into Legacies

September 15, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MB

Today is Wednesday, September 15, and we’re looking at Mattel vs. Hasbro. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Clothing Retailer Bebe Stores Expands Its Rent-to-Own Furniture Footprint

September 14, 2021 07:05 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MB

Today is Tuesday, September 14, and we’re looking at Bebe vs. Rent-a-Center. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rideshare Companies Will Protect Texas Drivers from Lawsuits

September 13, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MB

Today is Monday, September 13, and we’re looking at Lyft vs. Uber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Houseshare Startup is Bugging Its Neighbors

September 10, 2021 07:05 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Today is Friday, September 10, and we’re looking at Pacaso vs. CoBuy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Gut-Friendly Soda Market is Growing

September 09, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MB

Today is Thursday, September 9, and we’re looking at Poppi vs. OLIPOP. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IKEA Pilots U.S. Buyback Program

September 08, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MB

Today is Wednesday, September 8, and we’re looking at IKEA vs. Sabai Design. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Will No Longer Waive All COVID-19 Treatment Costs

September 07, 2021 07:05 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

Today is Tuesday, September 7, and we’re looking at Blue Cross Blue Shield vs. Humana. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AirBnB Will House 20,000 Afghan Refugees for Free

September 06, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MB

Today is Monday, September 6, and we’re looking at AirBnB vs. VRBO. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Major Studios Navigate a Tricky Kids’ Film Scene

September 03, 2021 07:30 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MB

Today is Friday, September 3, and we’re looking at Sony vs. Universal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Old Navy Champions Size Inclusion

September 02, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MB

Today is Thursday, September 2, and we’re looking at Old Navy vs. Ann Taylor Loft. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Disney World’s Free Fast Pass is No More

September 01, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MB

Today is Wednesday, September 1, and we’re looking at Disney Parks vs. Universal Parks & Resorts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Crushing Consolidation of Book Publishing

August 31, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 31, and we’re looking at Hachette vs. Penguin Random House. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

OnlyFans Enacts Ban, Then Reverses Course

August 30, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MB

Today is Monday, August 30, and we’re looking at OnlyFans vs. JustForFans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Four Years After Shutdown, YikYak is Back

August 27, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MB

Today is Friday, August 27, and we’re looking at YikYak vs. Whisper. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Pandemic-Fueled Home Improvement Frenzy Has Slowed...Kind Of

August 26, 2021 07:30 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MB

Today is Thursday, August 26, and we’re looking at Home Depot vs. Lowe’s. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Quiznos Joins the Bitcoin Wave

August 25, 2021 07:30 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MB

Today is Wednesday, August 25, and we’re looking at Quiznos vs. Subway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rise of Femtech: Maven Becomes a Unicorn

August 24, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 24, and we’re looking at Maven vs. Ovia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Outdoor Furniture Makers Differ in Showing Their Stuff

August 23, 2021 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.03 MB

Today is Monday, August 23, and we’re looking at Yardbird vs. Outer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wondery Presents - Dr. Death: Miracle Man

August 21, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.38 MB

Paolo is a smart and handsome surgeon, renowned for his ability to perform surgeries that transform his patients’ lives. When television producer Benita covers him for a story, he’ll transform her life too, but not in the ways she expects. As Benita crosses professional lines to be with him, she learns how far Paolo will go to protect his secrets. And halfway around the world, four doctors at a prestigious medical institute make shocking discoveries of their own that call everything...

PepsiCo Says See Ya to Sugary Juices

August 20, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MB

Today is Friday, August 20, and we’re looking at PepsiCo vs. Coca-Cola. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In-Person Sports Gambling is Coming to Stadiums

August 19, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MB

Today is Thursday, August 19, and we’re looking at BetMGM vs. DraftKings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Target, Walmart Make an Education Play for Workers

August 18, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MB

Today is Wednesday, August 18, and we’re looking at Target vs. Walmart. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GM Goes All-In on Electric; Toyota Pumps the Brakes

August 17, 2021 07:05 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 17, and we’re looking at General Motors vs. Toyota. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S. Gunmakers Slapped With Unprecedented Lawsuit

August 16, 2021 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MB

Today is Monday, August 16, and we’re looking at the Directorate of Arms and Munition Sales vs. Colt’s Manufacturing Company. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.