Episode 45: Neal and Toby explore the painful path that led to retail giant Bed Bath & Beyond to file for bankruptcy protection this past weekend. They also take a look at Twitter's verification process and why some celebrities are verified without even subscribing to Twitter Blue. Plus, Bud Light places two execs on leave and Toby and Neal share their weekend winners and loser. And here is what we are watching for the week ahead.
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Bed Bath & Beyond Bankruptcy, Twitter verifies dead celebs & Bud Light Ad Drama

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Episode 304: Neal and Toby chat about the flooding in Dubai and whether cloud seeding has anything to do with it. Then, the Boeing whistleblower has a dire warning for all its planes. Next, Elon Musk wants his payday and it's up to Tesla shareholders to vote whether he gets it or not. Meanwhile, Biden is taking a hard stance against Chinese steel imports in order to protect the U.S. steel industry. Also, Neal shares his numbers on a bus in Barcelona, coins, and Caitlin Clark’s rookie contract. Lastly, the Atlas robot by Boston Dynamics gets an electric makeover. 

00:00 - Intro
3:20 - Cloud seeding good?
7:30 - Boeing whistleblower
10:20 - Tesla’s pay problem
13:00 - Steel tariffs
15:15 - Neal’s Numbers
21:30 - Atlas robot walks

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Boeing Whistleblower Testifies & Tesla Wants to Give Elon $56B Payout

Episode 303: Neal and Toby recap the DOJ’s latest target: Live Nation. It’s suing the ticketing platform over its mishandling of the infamous “Eras Tour” debacle. Then, prominent venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is doubling down on the startup market. Next, the US government plays matchmaker between Microsoft and the United Arab Emirates to steer the UAW from China. Meanwhile, the UAW is looking for a momentous victory in the South, an area that is not too friendly to unions. Also, the Paris 2024 Olympics is 100 days away and there’s already been quite the stir around its athletes. Finally, Ikea wants to furnish the generation of gamers.

00:00 - Intro
2:45 - DOJ suing Live Nation
6:30 - Startup market funding boost
10:20 - Microsoft deals with UAE
14:15 - UAW’s campaign in the South
18:30 - Olympics season starts
22:30 - Ikea gaming

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DOJ To Sue Live Nation Over Taylor Swift Fiasco & Tech Startup Market Scores $7B Boost

Episode 302: Neal and Toby talk about the drug shortage that is plaguing America and what it means for the healthcare industry. Then, Tesla announces another round of layoffs while it’s still lagging behind in the EV market. Also, Apple is now playing catch-up as it falls behind its biggest competitor in the smartphone market. Next, Boomers with low mortgage rates and paid-off houses are staying put and have no plans to sell their homes, leaving little available homes for future generations. Meanwhile, ghost kitchens are starting to fade away. Lastly, cats are taking the spotlight in Hollywood. 

00:00 - Intro
2:50 - Drug shortage crisis
7:00 - Tesla layoffs
11:00 - Apple shipment slumps
14:00 - Homeowners aren’t budgeting
18:00 - Ghost kitchens fading?
21:30 - Cats in Hollywood

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US Drug Shortage Hits Record High & Apple Loses Crown to Samsung

Episode 301: Neal and Toby get into the oil price concern that’s coming from the growing tensions in the Middle East and how it could hurt the economy. Then, St. Louis is selling one of its iconic buildings in downtown for a fraction of its peak price. Next, Broadway season is in full swing but shows may be worried that there aren’t enough seats to be filled. Also, Neal and Toby share their biggest weekend winners. Meanwhile, the Forever Stamp is the latest victim of rising prices, but it might not be as bad as it seems. Finally, a look at what’s coming up this week.

00:00 - Intro
2:40 - Oil prices rising
6:30 - St. Louis doom loop
10:20 - Broadway back for good?
14:00 - Weekend winners
18:20 - First-class stamps
21:00 - Week ahead

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Why Oil Prices Could Tank the Economy & St. Louis Real Estate Market Plummets

Episode 300: Neal and Toby reflect on how the O.J. trial changed how media is broadcasted and how we became glued to our screens. Then, early reviews of the AI Pin have not been favorable. What will this mean for wearable AI tech? Next, Lunchables might be tapping into a billion dollar industry in schools but one group wants to put an end to that. Also, a recent study shows that not all private schools are worth the investment. Meanwhile, a real estate tycoon in Vietnam has been found guilty for embezzlement equal to 3% of the country’s GDP. Lastly, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s football team Wrexham might have a storybook ending to their season.

00:00 - Intro
2:15 - O.J. Simpson changed media
6:40 - AI Pin disappoints
10:00 - Lunchables could be harmful
13:30 - College ROI
16:40 - Embezzlement in Vietnam
19:30 - Wrexham hopes alive

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Bed Bath & Beyond Bankruptcy, Twitter verifies dead celebs & Bud Light Ad Drama

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