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Episode 423: Toby and Kyle discuss OpenAI’s massive $6.6B funding round, which makes it the largest VC deal of all-time. Then, Chrysler and Jeep owner Stellantis posts weak sales that is not only upsetting shareholders but car dealers who’ve been holding its cars that no one is buying. Plus, Michael Jordan is taking on NASCAR with an antitrust lawsuit alleging the car league is making sure it stays dominant. Meanwhile, Toby will be sharing numbers on nonalcoholic champagne and politicians love their steak. Kyle shares numbers behind the partnership between SpongeBob and Wendy's. Lastly, Target launches innovative shoes that grow with your feet, 

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00:00 - Mean Girls Day 

02:45 - OpenAI Fundraising 

07:30 - Stellantis Struggles 

10:50 - MJ vs Nascar 

15:30 - Toby’s Tallies 

21:40 - Kyle’s Kalculations 

24:10 - Expanding Shoes 

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Episode 422: Neal and Toby discuss the rising tensions in the Middle East and how the stock market is reacting. Then, Nike sales have slumped last quarter signifying that it might not be the coolest sneaker on the streets anymore. Plus, California bans private colleges and universities from using special consideration or family connections for admissions, also known as legacy admissions. Next, CNN finally succumbs to the wave using a paywall, joining alongside other major news outlets that are fighting for new revenue streams. Meanwhile, Asheville, North Carolina was once a ‘climate haven’, as in, a city that could withstand the harshest effects of climate disasters. Unfortunately, Hurricane Helene has changed all that. Lastly, a Montana man is arrested and sentenced to federal prison for cloning a giant sheep and constructing an elaborate sheep scheme. 

00:00 - What was your Bday weather?

3:10 - Middle East conflict shakes Stock Market

8:10 - California bans legacy admissions at private colleges

11:30 - Nike loses its cool?

17:15 - CNN puts up a paywall

21:50 - Climate havens are no more

25:50 - Sheep scandal

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Episode 421: Neal and Toby explain why dockworkers are going on strike and what will happen to major imports if demands are not met. Then, the UK’s move to end its 142 year run on using coal as a form of energy. Next, the Stock Market has a really good September…no thanks to AI. Also, after decades of will-they-won’t-they, DirecTV is buying its rival Dish Network for only $1, but taking on its billions of debt. Meanwhile, Hurricane Helene could potentially shock the tech world as rainfall blocks access to a rare quartz mine in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. Lastly, vintage clothing is booming and has caught the eye of giant fashion retailers to do the same. Vintage is so in. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Jimmy Carter 100th birthday 

02:40 - Port Strike Implications

08:30 - UK Drops Coal Production 

12:10 - Q3 Stock Market Recap 

15:15 - DirecTV Deal 

19:45 - Quartz and Hurricane Helene

23:00 - Vintage resale 

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Episode 420: Neal and Toby look at the massive costs and damage Hurricane Helene is causing in its path. Then, California governor Gavin Newsom just vetoed a contentious AI safety bill that would’ve been the first-of-its-kind. Next, buttons are making a comeback in cars and personal electronics as touch screens are losing their…touch. Meanwhile, Southern colleges are starting to appeal to the next generation of high school graduates. And China’s stock market is having one its biggest rallies in over a decade. Lastly, what you need to know in the upcoming week. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - SNL 50th Season 

02:50 - Hurricane Helene Damage 

07:45 - CA AI Safety Bill 

12:45 - Buttons on Phones

17:15 - Chinese Stock Rally

21:25 - Southern College Popularity 

24:00 - Week Ahead

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Episode 419: Neal and Toby discuss OpenAI’s restructuring into a for-profit company and why most of their executive team has decided to leave. Then, federal prosecutors charge NYC Mayor Eric Adams for allegedly accepting illegal bribes from foreign entities. Plus, a college football QB has decided to leave UNLV because he was promised $100K but the team it never happened. Meanwhile, long-time co-host of the ‘TODAY’ show Hoda Kotb announces her leaving after hitting a new milestone in her life. Lastly, another low-cost airline is reaching out to budget fliers looking to score a trip to Europe for under $100. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Hurricane Helene 

02:00 - OpenAI Shakeup 

07:00 - NYC Mayor Indictment 

13:20 - $100K QB NIL Conflict

18:30 - Hoda Kotb Leaving 'Today' Show

22:50 - Fly to Europe for Under $99

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Episode 418: Neal and Toby recap Meta’s annual Connect conference where the Zuck reveals the “Orion” AR glasses that could very much replace the smartphone. Then, Harris and Trump give speeches detailing their plan to boost the American economy. Next, lowering mortgage rates has caused a surge in refinancing applications by homeowners looking for big-time savings. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from Argentina, Oakland, and Citi Bikes. Lastly, Americans are starting to cut back on their portion sizes, meaning restaurants are adjusting their menus. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Eric Adams Indicted

03:00 - Meta Connect Conference

08:00 - Election Economic Policy

12:00 - Refinancing Mortgages 

16:30 - Argentina Rent

19:50 - Oakland Exit

23:00 - NYC Citi Bikes

25:45 - Restaurant Portions

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Episode 417: Neal and Toby discuss the latest DOJ battle against a big company, this time against Visa, alleging it monopolizes the debit card business. Then, FTX fraudster and key witness Caroline Ellison cooperates with the courts but receives 2 years in prison. Also, the CEO of Novo Nordisk stands before Congress to answer if Ozempic’s price is too out of reach for Americans. Meanwhile, a port strike across the East and Gulf Coasts could result in a supply chain nightmare. Plus, popular tech reviewer MKBHD, known for his unfettered reviews of products, releases a product of his own. Now it’s open season for other reviewers. Lastly, the Chicago White Sox is on the brink of being the worst team in baseball history. How did they get there? Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day, share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app.

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00:00 - Mini Moon

03:10 - Visa Lawsuit

08:30 - Caroline Ellison Sentencing 

12:09 - Novo Nordisk Ozempic Prices

17:45 - East Coast Port Strike

23:00 - MKBHD Panels App Review

26:40 - White Sox Woes

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Episode 416: Neal and Toby discuss why California is suing ExxonMobil over their alleged role in the plastic pollution crisis. Next up, why the US is thinking about banning technology from Russia and China in cars. Then famous Apple developer Jony Ive is working with Sam Altman and OpenAI, what could they be cooking up? Then turning commercial real estate into luxury apartments is all the rage in Manhattan and KMart calls it quits. Finally what is 'fridgescaping'?

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Episode 415: Neal and Toby break down the deal Microsoft cut with Three Mile Island to have the nuclear reactor help power their AI. Plus, a possible Intel takeover, and why is 'Cards Against Humanity' suing SpaceX? Next up the WNBA playoffs are under way and movie theaters are putting serious money into revamping for the future. Finally, a look at the week ahead.

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00:00 - Fall is here

03:00 - Microsoft inks deal with Three Mile Island 

08:00 - Intel investment 

12:50 - Cards Against Humanity vs SpaceX

18:30 - WNBA Playoffs

21:25 - Movie Theater Makeover 

24:20 - Week Ahead 

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Episode 414: Neal and Toby break down with Nike CEO John Donahoe announces he is retiring after the company's struggling sales. Plus, the guys explain why every single board member resigned from 23andMe this week. Then, Olive Garden cuts a deal with Uber to deliver bread sticks and Trump Media shares prepare to slide as big shareholders can sell their stocks. Next up Starlink is getting in the way of astrology and can Netflix help Jordan Chiles get her Bronze medal back?

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00:00 - Shohei Ohtani makes history

02:40 - Nike CEO Steps Down

08:00 - 23andMe Struggles

12:00 - Olive Garden and Uber

16:00 - Trump Media stock falls

19:20 - Starlink blocking scientists

22:50 - Netflix helping Jordan Chiles

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