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Episode 721: Neal and Toby chat about X’s new location transparency feature that has opened up a can of worms as some of the most divisive accounts on US politics aren’t actually from the US. Then, Novo Nordisk has taken a big hit after its trials to develop a drug to delay Alzheimer’s have failed. Plus, the Trump administration makes access to federal student loans stricter, particularly for nurses. Meanwhile, is cigarette smoking cool again? 

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Episode 720: Neal and Toby talk about Google’s string of recent wins that resulted in its market value surpassing Microsoft. Then, America’s affordability crisis seemed to be the one thing in common between the Trump and Mamdani meeting. Then, Eli Lilly hits $1 trillion in market value, first for a health care company. Meanwhile, “Wicked: For Good” smashes its target at the box office. Finally, a preview of what’s coming in the week ahead. 

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Episode 719: Neal and Toby talk about the latest jobs report…that reports September numbers? That’s because of the government shutdown. And it’s a mixed bag, of course. Then, Walmart, America’s largest, and seemingly most reliable retailer reports strong earnings as consumers prioritize affordability. Meanwhile, AI toys are a thing and parents are being warned to keep their kids away from them. Plus, Amtrak reports a record year and Bath & Body Works CEO thinks the company stinks. Finally, ‘Wicked: For Good’ aims for the biggest opening of 2025.

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Episode 718: Neal and Toby dive into Nvidia’s Q3 earnings that topped expectations while CEO Jensen Huang reiterated his confidence in AI. Then, Target reports another stinker of a quarter causing many to believe the retailer is on the ropes. Also, a new study believes this year’s Thanksgiving dinner will be more affordable than last year’s. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on Gustav Klimt’s most expensive artwork sold at Sotheby’s, the truest underdog in the World Cup, and the origins of kissing. 

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Episode 717: Neal and Toby discuss Mark Zuckerberg’s big win against the government as a federal judge says Meta does not hold monopoly power in today’s social media landscape. A big loss for the FTC. Then, Home Depot reports a weak Q3 which is seen as a bad sign for the economy. And, Panera Bread, the once No. 1 fast-casual chain in the US, has steadily declined in the last few years and announces a turnaround plan to bring it back to its glory days. Meanwhile, “Baby Shark Dance,” the extremely popular and catchy tune on YouTube hasn’t quite made the profit that is proportional to its revenue. Finally, much of the internet was out yesterday…what the heck happened?

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Episode 716: Neal and Toby chat about bitcoin’s price dropping to its lowest level in six months, stirring fears across Wall Street. Then, a struggling labor market means job seekers are forced to take up jobs that are uncommon and unpopular. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos is jumping back into the startup world with a new AI company that has an eye popping $6.2B in funding to start. Plus, Toby looks into the growing dining trend for Gen Z of communal dining tables. Finally, Warren Buffett puts stock into Google…for the first time ever. 

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Episode 715: Neal and Toby discuss Trump’s tariff rollback on beef, coffee, and other food goods to address rising price concerns from the American people. Next, Hollywood is struggling to make hits at the box office, even when movies have a star-studded cast. Plus, Charlie Javice is fooling JPMorgan again, this time by charging luxury hotel stays as legal fees. Meanwhile, CEOs from iconic companies are getting ready to retire. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. 

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Episode 714: Toby and Ann chat about Michael Burry, famed ‘Big Short’ investor, who has been public about the resemblance between the housing bubble of 2008 and the AI boom of today. Then, congress was able to reopen the government, but snuck in a provision that places tighter restrictions on hemp products that could upend the hemp industry. Plus, Cisco Systems, the once darling of the 2000s, is seeing a resurgence thanks to a wave of AI-related demand. Meanwhile, speculative tech stocks have tanked in the last month. And, Robinhood is bringing cash to your door and Uber is taking skiers to the slopes. 

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Episode 713: Toby and Ann dive into the ending of the longest government shutdown in US history. But while federal workers and programs start up again, the ripple effects of its impacts may be far-reaching. Then, Google is standing up to scammers as it sues a shadowy operation, hoping to put an end to text phishing. Meanwhile, Toby shares his favorite numbers from Harvard’s alleged grade-flation, ChatGPT usage, and Disney’s economic toll from the YouTube blackout. Finally, it’s time to pay our condolences to a long time friend…the US penny. 

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Episode 712: Toby and Kyle dive into SoftBanks big move to sell its stake in Nvidia to re-focus its investment to OpenAI. Then, Visa and Mastercard reach a settlement over a 20-year dispute with merchants that will now allow stores to reject certain credit cards if the merchant fees are too high. Plus, Toby looks into the trend of trains and buses that have become reliable modes of transportation whenever the US air travel system craps out. Meanwhile, Netflix bets big on the physical entertainment space with its new location out in Philadelphia, challenging the likes of Disneyland and Universal. 

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