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Capital One-Discover Mega Merger & Why Hollywood Execs Are Freaking Out


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Episode 565: Neal and Toby talk about the Federal Reserve approving the mega merger between Capital One and Discover. Then, another big step for AI robotics, but another big flex for China in the tech arms race as they show off a humanoid robot completing its first half marathon. Also, Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ opens in theaters and there’s details about the movie deal that could upend Hollywood. Meanwhile, Home Depot’s flower business and the LA Clipper’s ‘Wall’ are the weekend’s winners. Lastly, a preview of what’s coming in the week ahead. 


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  • 00:00 - Pope Francis Dies at 88
  • 2:20 - Capital One Buying Discover
  • 6:30 - Robots Run a Half Marathon
  • 11:00 - ‘Sinners’ Shaking Up Hollywood
  • 17:45 - Home Depot’s Flower Business Bloomin’
  • 21:30 - LA Clippers’ Home-Court Advantage
  • 24:00 - Week Ahead

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