Episode 509: Neal and Toby discuss the tragic midair collision between an American Airlines passenger plane and a military helicopter, crashing into the Potomac River. After initial efforts from a rescue team, there’ve been no survivors found, making it the deadliest air disaster in the US since 2001. Then, a recent report shows the US economy is stronger than ever, a sharp contrast from across the pond where 20 European countries are stuck in a rut. Plus, Chili’s is the Stock of the Week, and UPS is the Dog of the Week. Meanwhile, the Blue Man Group’s legendary 34-year run in NYC is coming to an end. Lastly, a sprint run through of the headlines to head into the weekend. 

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00:00 - End of Dry January 

02:30 - Deadly Aircraft Crash in DC 

07:00 - US Economy vs European Economy

11:00 - Stock of the Week: Chili’s 

13:10 - Dog of the Week: UPS

17:40 - The End of the Blue Man Group

22:00 - Headlines

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Episode 508: Neal and Toby recap earnings reports from Meta and Microsoft that show business is well and good, while Tesla is still struggling to get out of its rut. Also, Microsoft is looking into if DeepSeek improperly stole OpenAI data for its training model. Then, the first Fed meeting under Trump happened and it looks like rates… Are… Staying the same. Fed Chair Jerome Powell thinks it’s too early to make any sudden moves despite public demands from Trump. Also, RFK Jr. sits before the Senate during his confirmation for Healthcare Secretary pick. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on Super Bowl ads, Bruno Mars, and the sickest trick from the X Games. Lastly, final headlines to end your day! 

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Episode 507: Neal and Toby dive into the chaos and confusion caused by Trump’s memo to freeze all federal funding. Then, Google will change ‘Gulf of Mexico’ to ‘Gulf of America’, and Denali to ‘Mount McKinley,’ saying that it’s only following what Uncle Sam says. Plus, the return of supersonic travel after nearly 50 years. Also, an indie online bookstore site launches a new e-book platform to support local bookstores. Finally, a roundup of the latest headlines to end your day. 

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Episode 506: Neal and Toby recap the fallout of tech shares plummeting after Chinese AI startup DeepSeek came onto the scene with its comparable performance to OpenAI but at a fraction of the cost. Then, Starbucks rolls out a slew of new changes that go back to its roots. Also, tax season is here. Find out what some of the newest changes are this year that could affect your returns. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the trend of fast walking, less talking. Finally, a roundup of the latest headlines from the day. 

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Episode 505: Neal and Toby dive into a Chinese start up has created an AI model that rivals OpenAI for a fraction of the cost. Then the first international scuffle under the Trump presidency, as he announces retaliatory tariffs against Colombia after they reject deportation planes. Then, Plus, avian flu continues to ravage the egg supply setting it up for the highest prices in years. Meanwhile, Costco and sports parlays are the weekend’s winners. Lastly, what you need to know in the week ahead. 

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Episode 504: Neal and Toby recap Trump’s address in Davos at the World Economic Forum where he made strong comments about bringing oil costs and interest rates down. Then, Federal DEI programs are on their way out under the Trump administration. Also, Oscar nominations are out and this year’s Best Picture prize is up for grabs. Meanwhile, Walmart managers are the Stock of the Week and EA is the Dog of the Week. Finally, a roundup of the biggest headlines to close out your week. 

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00:00 - Dental Debate

02:40 - DEI Policies in Corporate World 

07:30 - Trump in Davos

12:15 - Oscar Nominations Released 

17:40 - Stock of the Week 

21:30 - Dog of the Week 

24:00 - Headlines

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Episode 503: Neal and Toby unpack some major quotes said by industry leaders, starting with Elon Musk casting some doubt on Trump’s joint AI infrastructure investment, then JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon has some blunt words about tariffs, and then a ByteDance direction has optimistic words for finding TikTok’s buyer. Meanwhile, Ross Ulbricht, the man behind the controversial Silk Road receives a presidential pardon. Plus, Neal shares his favorite numbers on international travel, India’s popcorn tax, and Kidz Bop still going strong. Lastly, final headlines to close out your day. Let’s ride!

00:00 - Get your MBD Hoodie

2:50 - Elon doubts Trump’s AI venture

6:20 - Dimon says “Get over it”

9:50 - ByteDance director optimistic for TikTok

12:00 - Silk Road creator pardoned

17:45 - Record-breaking travel

21:00 - Popcorn tax??

23:30 - Kidz Bop turns 50

25:50 - Sprint Finish!

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Episode 502: Neal and Toby chat about Trump’s order to make all Federal workers to work in the office full-time. Will this ultimately be a winning move in Washington? Then, a multi-billion dollar joint venture by AI leaders and the Trump Administration to power American AI infrastructure. Plus, Netflix reports a record-breaking performance in its last quarter, adding millions of subscribers thanks to its hit shows and live sports. Meanwhile, Olympic athletes are noticing their medals are slowly deteriorating…but weren’t the medals made by LVMH? The company doesn’t see a problem. Lastly, Costco, a rare Winter storm, JetBlue, and Ichiro are in today’s roundup of headlines. 

00:00 - Do audiobooks count as reading?

3:20 - Trump wants Fed workers back in the office

8:30 - AI infrastructure gets $100B boost

12:00 - Netflix reports record-breaking Q4

18:00 - LVMH Olympic medals tarnished

21:00 - Sprint finish!

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Episode 501: Neal and Toby recap Trump’s inauguration and discuss the laundry-list of executive orders on trade, immigration, government efficiency, and more. Then, TikTok was finally banned… Then it went back online, with the app giving credit to President Trump. Plus, Trump launches a meme coin, Trump Coin, which sees a record spike shortly after he steps into the White House. Lastly, what you need to know for the week ahead. 

00:00 - 5PM Sunset in NYC

2:40 - Trump’s 1st day in office

9:00 - TikTok is back…for now

15:30 - Trump Coin takes off

21:00 - Week Ahead

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Episode 500: Neal and Toby talk to the man behind ‘Maxinomics’ Phil Andrews about why tariffs are more powerful than we think, the history behind the space race and why today’s space race is an entirely different animal. Then, can Southwest survive the rapidly changing airline industry? Plus, Phil explains what he means by ‘calories per dollar’ and why Chipotle wins out against McDonald’s in this measurement. Lastly, why the Sunbelt is losing its shine. 

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