It’s easy to buy something in a store—all it takes is the tap of a smartphone and you’re done. How come, then, buying things online is still such a clunky experience?
Today on Business Casual, we’re investigating why online retail has been so slow to innovate with Domm Holland, co-founder and CEO of Fast (aka “world’s fastest online login and checkout platform”). Because unless retailers can learn to try new tech things, they’ll lose customers to the dreaded cart abandonment.
And that has major repercussions. Listen to this episode to understand why.
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Retail has an innovation problem

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Episode 305: Neal and Toby recap Netflix’s monster earnings report with it adding 9 million more subscribers. Then, tech reviews are piling on Humane’s AI Pin. Next, the Bitcoin halving are getting crypto fanatics excited this weekend. And then the guys share their picks for stock and dog of the week. Meanwhile, brain data could be the next hot commodity in tech, but Colorado is making sure that doesn’t happen. Lastly, nature may have been around since the beginning of time, but now it’s decided to pursue a career in music.

00:00 - Intro
2:30 - Bitcoin halving time
7:00 - AI Pin reviews fair?
11:00 - Netflix beats Q1
14:30 - Stock/Dog of the week
19:30 - Brain data for sale?
22:40 - Nature sounds

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Netflix Adds Over 9M Subscribers & Why Bitcoin's Price Might Get Even Higher

Episode 304: Neal and Toby chat about the flooding in Dubai and whether cloud seeding has anything to do with it. Then, the Boeing whistleblower has a dire warning for all its planes. Next, Elon Musk wants his payday and it's up to Tesla shareholders to vote whether he gets it or not. Meanwhile, Biden is taking a hard stance against Chinese steel imports in order to protect the U.S. steel industry. Also, Neal shares his numbers on a bus in Barcelona, coins, and Caitlin Clark’s rookie contract. Lastly, the Atlas robot by Boston Dynamics gets an electric makeover. 

00:00 - Intro
3:20 - Cloud seeding good?
7:30 - Boeing whistleblower
10:20 - Tesla’s pay problem
13:00 - Steel tariffs
15:15 - Neal’s Numbers
21:30 - Atlas robot walks

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Boeing Whistleblower Testifies & Tesla Wants to Give Elon $56B Payout

Episode 303: Neal and Toby recap the DOJ’s latest target: Live Nation. It’s suing the ticketing platform over its mishandling of the infamous “Eras Tour” debacle. Then, prominent venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is doubling down on the startup market. Next, the US government plays matchmaker between Microsoft and the United Arab Emirates to steer the UAW from China. Meanwhile, the UAW is looking for a momentous victory in the South, an area that is not too friendly to unions. Also, the Paris 2024 Olympics is 100 days away and there’s already been quite the stir around its athletes. Finally, Ikea wants to furnish the generation of gamers.

00:00 - Intro
2:45 - DOJ suing Live Nation
6:30 - Startup market funding boost
10:20 - Microsoft deals with UAE
14:15 - UAW’s campaign in the South
18:30 - Olympics season starts
22:30 - Ikea gaming

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DOJ To Sue Live Nation Over Taylor Swift Fiasco & Tech Startup Market Scores $7B Boost

Episode 302: Neal and Toby talk about the drug shortage that is plaguing America and what it means for the healthcare industry. Then, Tesla announces another round of layoffs while it’s still lagging behind in the EV market. Also, Apple is now playing catch-up as it falls behind its biggest competitor in the smartphone market. Next, Boomers with low mortgage rates and paid-off houses are staying put and have no plans to sell their homes, leaving little available homes for future generations. Meanwhile, ghost kitchens are starting to fade away. Lastly, cats are taking the spotlight in Hollywood. 

00:00 - Intro
2:50 - Drug shortage crisis
7:00 - Tesla layoffs
11:00 - Apple shipment slumps
14:00 - Homeowners aren’t budgeting
18:00 - Ghost kitchens fading?
21:30 - Cats in Hollywood

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US Drug Shortage Hits Record High & Apple Loses Crown to Samsung

Episode 301: Neal and Toby get into the oil price concern that’s coming from the growing tensions in the Middle East and how it could hurt the economy. Then, St. Louis is selling one of its iconic buildings in downtown for a fraction of its peak price. Next, Broadway season is in full swing but shows may be worried that there aren’t enough seats to be filled. Also, Neal and Toby share their biggest weekend winners. Meanwhile, the Forever Stamp is the latest victim of rising prices, but it might not be as bad as it seems. Finally, a look at what’s coming up this week.

00:00 - Intro
2:40 - Oil prices rising
6:30 - St. Louis doom loop
10:20 - Broadway back for good?
14:00 - Weekend winners
18:20 - First-class stamps
21:00 - Week ahead

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Retail has an innovation problem

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