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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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AI Can Help You Find Love…Kind Of

August 25, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.42 MB

Today is Friday, August 25, and we're looking at Teaser AI vs. Iris vs. Blush. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TV Giants Battle for Pro Sports Broadcast Rights

August 24, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MB

Today is Thursday, August 24, and we're looking at E.W. Scripps Co. vs. Gray Television vs. Nexstar Media Group vs. Sinclair. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

McDonald’s Quietly Removes “ESG” References from Its Website

August 23, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MB

Today is Wednesday, August 23, and we're looking at McDonald's vs. Yum! Brands. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can Booze Boost the Bottom Line for Coffee Chains?

August 22, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 22, and we're looking at Dunkin' vs. Starbucks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Vietnamese EV Maker’s Eye-Popping Wall Street Debut

August 21, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MB

Today is Monday, August 21, and we're looking at VinFast vs. Ford vs. GM. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forget Food. DoorDash Wants to Deliver Everything.

August 18, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MB

Today is Friday, August 18, and we're looking at DoorDash vs. Uber Eats. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fast Food Chains Want You to Stay for Dinner

August 17, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MB

Today is Thursday, August 17, and we're looking at McDonald's vs. Burger King. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Trading Card Tiff Heats Up in Court

August 16, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MB

Today is Wednesday, August 16, and we're looking at Fanatics vs. Panini. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Sale of a Publishing Giant is On the Books

August 15, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 15, and we're looking at Simon & Schuster 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.

Beer Brands Try to Leave Their Cares Behind

August 14, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.12 MB

Today is Monday, August 14, and we're looking at AB InBev vs. Molson Coors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are E-Bikes the New Training Wheels?

August 11, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MB

Today is Friday, August 11, and we're looking at Super73 vs. Hiboy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Their Films, Just Who Are Toy Companies Targeting?

August 10, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MB

Today is Thursday, August 10, 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.

Card Processors' Cannabis Crackdown

August 09, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MB

Today is Wednesday, August 9, and we're looking at MasterCard vs. Visa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Athletic Wear Brands Battle for Soccer Dominance

August 08, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 8, and we're looking at Adidas vs. Nike. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yellow’s Downfall Spells Opportunity for Freight Companies

August 07, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MB

Today is Monday, August 7, and we're looking at FedEx vs. Old Dominion Freight Line. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen Now - Think Twice: Michael Jackson

August 05, 2023 08:00 - 7 minutes - 7.07 MB

More than a decade since Michael Jackson’s death, his legacy remains complicated and unresolved. Think Twice: Michael Jackson is an exploration of the King of Pop’s life and impact – and an investigation into why his global influence continues to endure, despite the disturbing allegations against him. In this ten-part series, journalists Leon Neyfakh and Jay Smooth bring you a new perspective on the Michael Jackson story, based on dozens of original interviews with people who watche...

“Sorority Consultants” Want to Help You Survive Rush

August 04, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

Today is Friday, August 4, and we're looking at It's All Greek to Me vs. Recruitment Ready. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can Allbirds Rise from the Ashes?

August 03, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MB

Today is Thursday, August 3, and we're looking at Allbirds vs. Rothy's. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Tale of Two TVs

August 02, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MB

Today is Wednesday, August 2, and we're looking at Luxury vs. Telly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Temu and Shein Take Their Battle to Court

August 01, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MB

Today is Tuesday, August 1, and we're looking at Temu vs. Shein. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Twitter’s Risky Rebrand Could Be Great for Rivals

July 31, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MB

Today is Monday, July 31 and we're looking at Twitter vs. Mastodon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Toxic Cables Spell Trouble for Telecom Rivals

July 28, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MB

Today is Friday, July 28, and we're looking at AT&T vs. Verizon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Streamers’ Shifting Priorities Tint Rate Hikes

July 27, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.35 MB

Today is Thursday, July 27, and we're looking at Peacock vs. Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AI-Related Lawsuits Are Piling Up

July 26, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MB

Today is Wednesday, July 26, and we're looking at Meta vs. OpenAI. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This Summer, Life for Barbie is Plastic...and Fantastic

July 25, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

Today is Tuesday, July 25, and we're looking at Mattel vs. MGA Entertainment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Warning Against a Diet Soda Staple

July 24, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 2.89 MB

Today is Monday, July 24 and we're looking at Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wondery Presents: Don’t Panic with Anthony Atamanuik

July 22, 2023 08:00 - 7 minutes - 7 MB

Staying alive in the most ridiculous situations keeps comedian Anthony Atamanuik up at night. If you’re attacked by a swarm of killer bees, do you lay on the ground and play dead? Climb up a tree? Jump into the nearest body of water with a little straw poking out as a breathing apparatus? We could find ourselves caught in a million wild situations, and if you don’t know what to do, you might not make it out alive!  On Don’t Panic, Wondery’s new comedy show, super-worrier Anthony At...

The Robots Are Coming…for Wildfires

July 21, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MB

Today is Friday, July 21, and we're looking at Pano AI vs. FireScout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How Big of a Deal is Toyota’s Battery Breakthrough?

July 20, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MB

Today is Thursday, July 20, and we're looking at Toyota vs. Nissan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyson Reverses Course On Antibiotics In Its Chicken

July 19, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MB

Today is Wednesday, July 19, and we're looking at Tyson Foods vs. Perdue. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Overstock Buys—and Becomes—Its Competitor

July 18, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MB

Today is Tuesday, July 18, and we're looking at Overstock vs. Bed Bath & Beyond. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Meta’s Threads Really a “Twitter Killer”?

July 17, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MB

Today is Monday, July 17, and we're looking at Meta vs. Twitter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For Better or Worse, Buffets are Making a Comeback

July 14, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MB

Today is Friday, July 14, and we're looking at Golden Corral vs. Cici’s Pizza. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Two Iconic NYC Hotels Are On The (Bumpy) Road to Reopening

July 13, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.74 MB

Today is Thursday, July 13, and we're looking at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts vs. Raffles Hotels & Resorts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Airbus Sets a Sky-High New Record

July 12, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MB

Today is Wednesday, July 12, and we're looking at Airbus vs. Boeing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Fight Over “Taco Tuesday” Heats Up

July 11, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MB

Today is Tuesday, July 11, and we're looking at Taco Bell vs. Taco John's. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tito’s Says No to Canned Cocktails…Creatively

July 10, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MB

Today is Monday, July 10, and we're looking at Tito's vs. Grey Goose vs. Ketel One. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ENCORE: Goodbye, Protection. Phone Cases Are All About Aesthetics Now.

July 07, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MB

Today is Friday, July 7, and we're looking at CASETiFY vs. Wildflower. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ENCORE: Temu Could Be the Next Big Thing in E-Commerce

July 06, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MB

Today is Thursday, July 6, and we're looking at Temu vs. Shein. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ENCORE: An All-Women Agent Team Just Brokered the Biggest Deal in NFL History

July 05, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MB

Today is Wednesday, July 5, and we're looking at Klutch Sports Group vs. CAA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ENCORE: Nepo Babies Sport the New Milk Mustache

July 04, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MB

Today is Tuesday, July 4, and we're looking at Silk vs. Blue Diamond. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ENCORE: Luxury Gyms Are Booming – If You Can Get In

July 03, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MB

Today is Monday, July 3, and we're looking at Heimat vs. Monarch Athletic Club. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Company Turning Up the Heat in the Air Conditioning Industry

June 30, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MB

Today is Friday, June 30, and we're looking at Midea America vs. GE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rival Automakers Say Tesla’s Charging Tech is Best

June 29, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MB

Today is Thursday, June 29, and we're looking at Tesla vs. Rivian. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Would You Like AI With That?

June 28, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MB

Today is Wednesday, June 28, and we're looking at Presto Automation vs. Hi Auto. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Pharma Sues The Government Over Medicare

June 27, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.88 MB

Today is Tuesday, June 27, and we're looking at Bristol Meyers Squibb vs. Merck. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ultra Long-Haul Flying is Back

June 26, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MB

Today is Monday, June 26, and we're looking at Qantas vs. Singapore Airlines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

These Companies Send Drugs to Space

June 23, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MB

Today is Friday, June 23, and we're looking at Varda Space Industries vs. InnoStudio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Delivery Apps Have to Double Driver Wages in NYC

June 22, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.12 MB

Today is Thursday, June 22, and we're looking at DoorDash vs. Uber Eats. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ad Agency Match Platforms Make Schmoozing Less Necessary

June 21, 2023 07:01 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

Today is Wednesday, June 21, and we're looking at Agency Match vs. Breef. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.