What does it take to create the “Disneyland” of supermarkets? Scott and Nora sit down with Stew Leonard Jr., President and CEO of Stew Leonard’s, and find out what it takes to execute a vision, grow a brand and sustain a business that welcomes over 20 million visitors a year and has annual sales exceeding $500 million. For additional reading on the idea that "boring retail is dead" check out the work of Steve Dennis, and his article in Forbes.

Hosts: Nora Ali & Scott Rogowsky
Producer: Bella Hutchins 
Production, Mixing & Sound Design: Daniel Markus
Music: Daniel Markus & Breakmaster Cylinder
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Boring Retail is Dead with Stew Leonard Jr.

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Episode 307: Neal and Toby chat about the big transportation news of Brightline West breaking ground of the high-speed rail line connecting Southern California and Las Vegas. Then, Express is the latest once-before retail giant that is filing for bankruptcy. Also, the New York Stock Exchange is seeing if you have any interest in trading during the late night hours while you’re at your favorite 24/7 diner. Next, the growing trend of boba tea turning its founders into billionaires. Meanwhile, streaming has become so easy to sign-up and cancel that it's becoming part of our normal watching habits. Lastly, Kansai International Airport in Japan is among the best in the world because of its flawless luggage record. 

00:00 - Intro
2:45 - LA to Vegas train
6:30 - Express stores closing
915 - NYSE 24/7 trading?
12:40 - Hot boba market
16:30 - Stream churners
20:30 - Legendary airport

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The High-Speed Rail Connecting LA to Vegas & Express Goes Bankrupt

Episode 306: Neal and Toby dive into the House of Representatives’ overwhelming vote to ban TikTok and now it’s moved onto the Senate. Then, Tesla recalls all of its Cybertrucks due to a faulty accelerator pedal cover that could seriously harm people. Next, those who betted against the U.S. Dollar is feeling the pain as it hits record highs. Also, the UAW and chess champion Tunde Onakoya are the weekend’s winners. Meanwhile, Wall Street doesn’t seem like itself as its iconic bank closes shop. Lastly, what’s coming ahead to get your Monday started. 

00:00 - Intro
3:00 - TikTok ban seems real
7:15 - Tesla recalls cybertruck 
11:20 - U.S. Dollar strong
15:00 - Weekend winners
20:30 - Wall Street ghost town
23:15 - Week ahead

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House Passes Potential TikTok Ban & Tesla Recalls Almost 4,000 Cybertrucks

Episode 305: Neal and Toby recap Netflix’s monster earnings report with it adding 9 million more subscribers. Then, tech reviews are piling on Humane’s AI Pin. Next, the Bitcoin halving are getting crypto fanatics excited this weekend. And then the guys share their picks for stock and dog of the week. Meanwhile, brain data could be the next hot commodity in tech, but Colorado is making sure that doesn’t happen. Lastly, nature may have been around since the beginning of time, but now it’s decided to pursue a career in music.

00:00 - Intro
2:30 - Bitcoin halving time
7:00 - AI Pin reviews fair?
11:00 - Netflix beats Q1
14:30 - Stock/Dog of the week
19:30 - Brain data for sale?
22:40 - Nature sounds

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Netflix Adds Over 9M Subscribers & Why Bitcoin's Price Might Get Even Higher

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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Boring Retail is Dead with Stew Leonard Jr.

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