Episode 206: Neal and Toby explain why Spotify is planning to lay off 17% of their staff following the successful release of Spotify Wrapped. Plus, Bitcoin has never been hotter and why Tesla's cheapest model might be losing its tax credit. Also, Venezuela has approved a referendum to claim territory in oil-rich Guyana and Toby shares his favorite trends. Finally, why newspaper puzzle games might be the new million dollar investment.
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Spotify Laying Off 17% of Staff & Tesla Losing Their Tax Credits?

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Episode 326: Neal and Toby discuss the internal shakeup (again) at OpenAI. This time, the team wanting long-term AI safety said, “We out.” Then, the UAW’s campaign to unionize the South hits a roadblock with Mercedes-Benz in Alabama voting against unionizing. Plus, Minnesota reaches a minimum driver pay with Uber and Lyft. Also, Manchester City and Blue Origin are this past weekend’s winners. Meanwhile, the popularity of THC-infused drinks is starting a turf war between the cannabis and alcohol industries. Next, sunscreens in the US are far behind the rest of the world…what’s up? Lastly, what you need to know this week before you enjoy your Memorial Day weekend. 

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00:00 - Intro 
02:20 - OpenAI Safety 
06:30 - UAW loses vote
09:30 - Rideshare in Minneapolis 
11:00 - Winners of the weekend 
15:00 - Sunscreen in the US
18:00 - THC Drinks
21:25 - Week Ahead
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OpenAI’s Safety Team Reaches Breaking Point & UAW Takes Big Blow in the South

Episode 325: Neal and Toby recap the latest Supreme Court decision to spurn an attempt to take down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Then, the Dow Jones Average hits a new milestone signaling Wall Street’s unyielding confidence in the market. Plus, the United Auto Workers union continues its campaign in Alabama where it’s looking to unionize Mercedes-Benz workers. Next, TWO stocks of the week: Walmart remains king of retail and Chubb has the Buffett stamp of approval. Meanwhile, two brothers were arrested for stealing $25M in crypto at lightning fast speed. Lastly, a humble taco stand in Mexico receives a Michelin star.
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00:00 - Uber CEO interview now!
2:00 - Supreme Court rules in favor of CFPB
5:50 - Dow Jones milestone
10:00 - UAW takes on Mercedes-Benz
13:50 - Stocks of the week: Walmart and Chubb
19:20 - Crypto hackers caught
22:00 - Michelin starred taco stand

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The Dow Hits 40k For First Time Ever & Walmart Is the King of Retail

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi joins Morning Brew Daily for an exclusive interview where he discusses Uber's focus on affordability, which includes scheduling UberX Shares and launching shuttles that will take customers to and from concerts and events for a lower fare. He also shares his thoughts on autonomous vehicles and EVs. And where does Uber stand on competition with Lyft and Tesla? Plus, a deep dive into Uber's ad business, their new partnership with Instacart and will Uber really pull out of Minneapolis? Then, Dara explains what his biggest challenges were when taking over for former CEO Travis Kalanick and how playing Dungeons and Dragons has inspired his leadership style. And finally, what is the CEO of Uber's.... Uber rating?
00:00 - Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi joins MBD
01:00 - Launching UberX Share
02:45 - Uber Shuttle to concerts 
06:40 - Autonomous vehicles 
12:40 - Uber’s EV projection 
15:00 - Uber and Minneapolis 
17:00 - Competition with Lyft 
17:45 - Instacart deal with Uber Eats 
21:00 - Surge pricing’s future 
23:15 - Uber ad business
26:00 - Uber Direct 
28:00 - US attracting leadership
30:15 - Taking over as Uber CEO
32:35 - Biggest regret at Uber 
35:10 - Dungeons and Dragons lessons
37:25 - Dara’s Uber rating
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Uber CEO Unveils Plan to Make Rides Cheaper, Reveals Own Uber Rating, and Launches "Party Bus"

Episode 324: Neal and Toby recap the latest inflation report that shows its first promising sign of easing up but not quite time to celebrate. Then, AMC was able to leverage the meme stock rally to cut down its debt but sent its stock tumbling. Next, Netflix inks a deal to stream the coveted NFL Christmas Day games. Also, Neal runs through his numbers of overdose deaths, a study about the internet, and raw milk sales. Plus, a flood of fake science forces multiple scientific journals to retract its publications. Lastly, Francis Ford Coppola has been working on his latest film for the last 40 years and is ready to show it to the world at the Cannes Film Festival.
00:00 - Interview with Uber CEO
2:00 - April’s inflation report
6:00 - Meme stock fizzles
9:30 - Netflix teams up with NFL
13:15 - Neal’s Numbers
20:30 - Fake science found in journals
23:15 - Coppola’s long-awaited film

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Meme Stock Surge Fizzles Out & Netflix Scores Massive NFL Deal

Episode 323: Neal and Toby discuss Biden’s aggressive tariff hikes on Chinese EVs, chips, and minerals that could impact industries across the country. Next, Comcast is the latest to bundle streaming services together in an effort to capture more customers. Then, self-driving companies are under tense scrutiny after a string of crashes trigger multiple investigations. Also, Caitlin Clark makes her WNBA debut as some say she’s already made significant changes to women’s sports. Meanwhile, Copper becomes the hottest metal in the market due to its importance to AI and EVs. Lastly, Red Lobster continues its downward spiral with nearly 100 locations closing up shop. Will this mean no more Cheddar Bay Biscuits? 

00:00 - Pop culture jeopardy
2:50 - Biden’s tariffs on Chinese EVs
7:20 - Comcast offers Netflix and Apple TV+
10:30 - Self-driving under a microscope
13:30 - Caitlin Clark effect
17:40 - Copper is so hot right now
21:00 - Red Lobster not doing good

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Spotify Laying Off 17% of Staff & Tesla Losing Their Tax Credits?

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