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Episode 562: Neal and Toby talk about the latest chapter in the US-China trade war, with China holding out on two things: rare earth minerals and Boeing deliveries. Then, Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand in the trial against the FTC where old emails are being dubbed the ‘smoking gun’. Also, LVMH loses its crown to Hermès in market cap. Plus, Twitter founder Jack Dorsey and Elon Musk agree on something: IP law should be deleted. Do they have a strong case? Finally, American Airlines offers free WI-FI, OpenAI’s naming flubs, and the baseball to photographer career path.

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00:00 - Year in Progress

03:00 - China Makes a Move vs US

07:40 - Meta vs the FTC

12:35 - LVMH Sto Drops

17:40 - IP Law Debate

21:45 - Headlines 

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Episode 561: Neal and Toby dive into Nvidia’s announcement to build its first-ever American-made AI supercomputers in Texas and the history of manufacturing in the US. Then, Goldman Sachs equities traders have been riding the wave to record revenue during the markets’ volatility from the trade war. Plus, Katy Perry, Gayle King, and an all-female space crew take a tour around space in Blue Origin’s 11th mission in the last 4 years. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the trend of restaurants putting caviar on everything. Also, Hollywood has been banking on franchises and sequels to bring life into the box office, which has left original movies struggling to attract movie-goers. Finally, robotaxi riders are leaving love notes for future riders. Cute. 

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00:00 - Coachella Tickets 

02:50 - Nvidia Goes in On Texas 

09:00 - Goldman Sachs Revenue

11:30 - Blue Origin's All Female Crew

16:45 - Toby’s Trends: Caviar

20:00 - Original Movies Struggle

23:40 - Headlines 

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Episode 560: Neal and Toby review the exemption for smartphones, computers, and other electronics from Trump’s reciprocal tariffs since a massive portion of our electronic manufacturing comes from overseas. Then, the US dollar and bond market has tumbled in the last few weeks, leading to world markets selling off all-things USA. Also, Meta has its day in court against the FTC, who accuses it of using antitrust ways to squash its competitors. Meanwhile, the resale market is booming and golfers are eyeing the coveted green Masters jacket, making it the weekend’s winners. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. 

00:00 - Vote for Macy and Dan at the Webby’s!

2:15 - Tariff exemptions…for now

7:00 - Sell USA era?

10:40 - Meta vs. FTC trial

15:00 - Winner: Resale market

17:30 - Winner: Masters’ green jacket

21:00 - Week Ahead

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Episode 559: Neal and Toby look into a promising inflation report but see if the trade wars could spoil everything. Then, while Trump pulls back most reciprocal tariffs from most of the world, he remains staunch against China, which could mean many goods, including Christmas trees and movies, are diminishing. Also, Prada pays a pretty penny for its rival, Versace. Meanwhile, the Stock of the Week is Ring Pop, and the Dog of the Week is Pharma stocks. Let the weekend begin! 

00:00 - ‘Twilight’ concert goes on tour

3:30 - US-China trade war escalates

9:30 - Inflation cools…for now

13:00 - Prada strikes deal for Versace

16:45 - Dog of the Week: Pharma stocks

19:00 - Stock of the Week: Ring Pop

21:00 - Sprint Finish!

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Episode 558: Neal and Toby recap the markets’ reactions to Trump’s pause on sweeping tariffs for most countries…except for China. Then, Treasury yields are usually a safe haven when the economy is in the dumps…maybe that isn’t the case anymore. Also, this drone startup wants to beat Amazon to your doorstep. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from Japan’s train feat, microplastics, and The Great Gatsby. Finally, what makes the Masters golf tournament quite unique. 

00:00 - Uber’s 2025 Lost & Found Index

3:00 - Trump pauses on tariffs

8:00 - Bond market not looking good

12:00 - Look to the sky for drone packages!

18:00 - Japan’s 3D train station

20:00 - Plastics in our brain!?

22:00 - ‘The Great Gatsby’ turns 100

24:30 - The Masters is here

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Episode 557: Neal and Toby do another round of trade war updates with President Trump committing to impose another 50% tariff on Chinese goods, bringing the total to 104%. Then, in the midst of the trade war, shoppers are rushing to Apple stores to get their iPhones fearing prices are about to skyrocket. Also, the IRS has been the target of cuts by the federal government, which may bring low audit rates even lower. Meanwhile, retail chains are slowly coming back to SF’s downtown, breathing new life and hope for the once-sprawling district. 

00:00 - Worst baseball game ever?

2:40 - Tariffs reach new heights

8:00 - Panic-buying iPhones

12:15 - IRS audits hit new low

15:45 - SF back?

19:30 - Sprint Finish!

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Episode 556: Neal and Toby dive into how a single post on X about a tariff pause set the markets ablaze while the White House denies the credibility of the post. Then, Jamie Dimon, Bill Ackman, and other Wall St. big heads are publicly expressing their concerns about the tariff-induced market wipeout. Plus, a pivotal NCAA settlement case out in California could fundamentally change how athletes are paid by their schools for NIL. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the trend of metal braces making a comeback. 

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Episode 555: Neal and Toby continue to breakdown the fallout from Trump’s major tariff announcement last week and how businesses all over are managing. Then, oil prices take a plunge and what it means for consumers. Also, Billionaires suffer massive losses from the market rout. Meanwhile, the Minecraft movie provides a much-needed sigh of relief for Hollywood. Plus, Mega Millions is increasing its ticket prices even more in hopes to balloon its jackpot. Finally, what to expect in the week ahead.

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Episode 554: Neal and Toby recap the big effects from Trump’s latest baseline tariffs on countries all over the world, mainly with everyday goods likely to see price increases. Then, Apple’s manufacturing hubs throughout Asia are hurt the most while tech stocks are suffering one of their worst selloffs resembling the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, how countries are responding to the US tariffs. Meanwhile, Amazon throws its bid to buy TikTok as the list keeps growing. Also, Microsoft turns 50 and the ‘Minecraft’ movie hopes to give the box office a jolt.

00:00 - NYC updates its subway map

3:00 - New tariffs in town

8:50 - Pricer goods coming?

11:30 - World leaders react

15:00 - TikTok deadline coming up

18:45 - Microsoft turns 50

23:00 - Minecraft movie

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Episode 553: Neal and Toby explain what Donald Trump's tariffs mean for the global economy after his "Liberation Day" reveal in the White House Rose Garden. Then, Tesla sales are down 13% after sharing their Q1 earnings and Nintendo reveals a new Switch for the first time in years. Then Neal shares his favorite numbers from the week and here are the headlines you should know from Wednesday.

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