Episode 681: Neal and Toby discuss the impending government shutdown that causes concern for federal workers and programs…except for holders of gold. Then, Hollywood is heated over the first AI actor that got signed by a talent agency. Also, McDonald’s is bringing back its classic Monopoly game after a decade-long hiatus from the infamous scam. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the trend of the “996” work culture that began in China and is making its way through Silicon Valley. 

00:00 - Microsoft’s “vibe working”

2:30 - Gold goin’ good

7:15 - AI actor’s rising conflict

11:00 - McDonald’s Monopoly is back

15:00 - Toby’s Trends: 996 work schedule

20:00 - Sprint Finish!

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