Aug 27/2023
- Episode 319: Neal and Toby discuss the big discovery from Google’s DeepMind using AI to potentially produce new drugs not possible by mere humans. Then, the biggest ‘pump and brag scheme’ that shook Wall Street goes to trial. Next, a new report shows renewable energy sources making progress towards a big clean energy goal. Also,[...]
- Episode 318: Neal and Toby chat about TikTok’s fight to stay alive by suing the US government for its attempt to ban or force sale the popular social media app. Then, Apple launches its newest iPad, something that hasn’t been done since 2022. Next, a shake-up in the food delivery world with Instacart and Uber[...]
- Episode 317: Neal and Toby dive into the latest fraud scandal where 777 Partners is alleged to use customers’ money to buy sports teams. Then, is it possible that the U.S. Social Security could run out of money? How it got so big and how it could be dwindling. Next, Starbucks has been struggling to[...]
- Episode 316: Neal and Toby recap Berkshire Hathaway’s post-Munger shareholder meeting that had another selling of Apple stock and adds to its cash pile. Then, Boeing prepares a highly anticipated, highly scrutinized space test that will send its first astronaut team in orbit. Next, the Google antitrust case hears its closing arguments and prepares for[...]
- Episode 315: Neal and Toby recap Apple’s earnings which have calmed investors for now despite its struggling iPhone sales. Then, Gov. Ron DeSantis signs a bill to have lab-grown meat manufacturing and distribution banned in Florida. Also, how Ozempic literally changed the economy and livelihood of Denmark. Next, Carvana wins stock of the week while[...]
- Episode 314: Neal and Toby unpack the Fed’s meeting to keep interest rates steady where rich Americans could be a key reason. Then, fast food brands are feeling the hurt across the board with weakening demand… Except for… Wingstop? Next, Elon Musk makes a baffling decision to fire Tesla’s entire Supercharging team. Also, Neal’s favorite[...]
- Episode 313: Neal and Toby talk about the US government’s move to reclassify Marijuana as a lower-risk drug and what it means for the cannabis industry. Then, the UnitedHealth hack has opened up fresh scrutiny on whether the big health insurer should be broken up. Also, Walmart wants to lure a new type of customer[...]
- Episode 312: Neal and Toby discuss Elon Musk’s quick trip to China that gets him clearance for Tesla to use their driving systems in the country. Then, Paramount’s CEO Bob Bakish stepped down after weeks of speculation that his relationship with the majority owner had soured. Next, remote work has led some cities to becoming[...]
- Episode 311: Neal and Kyle cover the bird flu outbreak that’s made its way to the milk industry. Should you be worried? Next, two government programs that are actually finding some success despite its initial skepticism: the Chips Act and IRS Direct File. Also, this private company wants to take you to the Hamptons in[...]
- Episode 310: Neal and Toby recap the standout performances from the Meta, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Snap earnings this week. Then, the latest report on the US economy may show signs that the “soft landing” everyone was hoping for is looking more and more unlikely. Next, Chipotle is this week’s stock of the week while Southwest[...]
- Episode 309: Neal and Toby discuss the TikTok law passed by the government, but the battle is far from over. Then, the Department of Transportation sets clear rules for all airlines that aim to ease the headache from flight delays and cancellations with automatic refunds. Next, Neal shares his favorite numbers on restaurant reservations, the[...]
- Episode 308: Neal and Toby dive into Tesla’s Q1 earnings report which certainly had its ups and downs with the announcement of a new affordable model despite having an abysmal sales performance. Then, the FTC just banned noncompete agreements because it believes it could raise the earnings of Americans. Next, Meta just released its chat[...]
- Episode 307: Neal and Toby chat about the big transportation news of Brightline West breaking ground of the high-speed rail line connecting Southern California and Las Vegas. Then, Express is the latest once-before retail giant that is filing for bankruptcy. Also, the New York Stock Exchange is seeing if you have any interest in trading[...]
- Episode 306: Neal and Toby dive into the House of Representatives’ overwhelming vote to ban TikTok and now it’s moved onto the Senate. Then, Tesla recalls all of its Cybertrucks due to a faulty accelerator pedal cover that could seriously harm people. Next, those who betted against the U.S. Dollar is feeling the pain as[...]
- 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[...]
- 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[...]
- 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[...]
- 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.[...]
- 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[...]
- Episode 300: Neal and Toby reflect on how the O.J. trial changed how media is broadcasted and how we became glued to our screens. Then, early reviews of the AI Pin have not been favorable. What will this mean for wearable AI tech? Next, Lunchables might be tapping into a billion dollar industry in schools[...]
- Episode 299: Neal and Toby review the latest inflation report that has put a wrench in the Fed’s plans to cut rates by the Summer. Then, the lab-grown meat industry is under crosshairs, potentially facing a ban in order to save the agriculture industry? Next, AMC’s CEO thinks it can fend off bankruptcy despite a[...]
- Episode 298: Neal and Toby dive into the latest study that says millions of students are using AI for their papers and institutions might have a tool to detect it…AI. Then, circling back on some latest developments on a Boeing whistleblower, Tesla settles for a fatal autopilot accident, the Ohio train accident settlement, and Costco[...]
- Episode 297: Neal and Toby chat about President Biden’s plan to relieve a large number of Americans from their student loans for up to $20k and how it would impact the economy. Then, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI is the biggest thing to happen for humanity since the printing press. Next, Brazil is[...]
- Episode 296: Neal and Toby prepare for the biggest event under the Sun. Well, it actually IS the Sun. The solar eclipse is estimated to bring in billions of dollars into the economy. Then, a recap of the March jobs report that shows signs that the labor market is strong and healthy. Also, the rapid[...]
- Episode 295: Neal and Toby discuss the rumors of Google putting its AI-powered search product behind a paywall, which would be the biggest shakeup in its business model. Then, how the devastating earthquake that shook Taiwan reveals a key vulnerability in its chip manufacturing business. Next, cheap solar panels are being sent all over the[...]
- Episode 294: Neal and Toby talk about Bob Iger’s successful defense from a Nelson Peltz takeover and the conclusion of the Disney proxy battle. Then, egg prices are coming back up as America’s largest egg producer has an unfortunate discovery of bird flu in its stock. Next, Amazon is taking a step back in its[...]
- Episode 293: Neal and Toby chat about Tesla’s rough Q1 of 2024 after falling way below its expectations on deliveries. Then, the Jon Stewart-Apple break up heats up as he shares why they parted ways. Next, General Electric is also going through a break-up, except it’s with itself. Also, McKinsey is offering staff members to[...]
- Episode 292: Neal and Toby dive into the controversial book by Jonathan Haidt that states social media is behind the epidemic of teenage mental illness. Then, Trump’s media group started off hot but might be coming back down to reality soon. Next, Google is actually going to delete browsing data from incognito mode and what[...]
- Episode 291: Happy April Fool's Day! Neal and Toby explain why California raised the minimum wage for fast food workers and what cities are cashing in on tourism surrounding the upcoming solar eclipse. Plus, what is Guyana's oil dilemma and the guys share their winners of the weekend - which may include a box office[...]
- Episode 290: Neal and Toby discuss Sam Bankman-Fried being sentenced to 25 years and the judge's reasoning for the term length. Then, a really old maritime law complicates the issue of who’s paying for the damages from the Baltimore bridge collapse. Next, the stock market is off to its hottest start for Q1, led by,[...]
- Episode 289: Neal and Toby chat about the new Robinhood Gold Card, its rewards credit card that looks to compete with Apple and Chase. Then, Sean “Diddy” Combs has faced a flurry of legal problems that’s led to the downfall of his once powerhouse business empire. Next, NCAA president Charlie Baker has some strong opinions[...]
- Episode 288: Neal and Toby cover the tragic bridge collapse in Baltimore and talk about what this means for the auto supply chain. Next, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink shares his thoughts on the retirement crisis that looms for future generations. Then, Florida becomes the latest state to ban social media use for minors and why[...]
- Episode 287: Neal and Toby cover the latest tumble from Boeing…and no, it’s not another plane, thankfully. Its CEO has decided to step down after taking much heat after continued safety concerns of its planes. Then, Trump is given a lifeline on his bond payment and how his social media site is poised to take[...]
- Episode 286: Neal and Toby talk about the latest conundrum coming out of the tech world…electricity!? It turns out that all this AI tech requires massive amounts of energy and data centers. Then, this company wants to have everyone fly to London from New York in 90 minutes through supersonic flight. Next, Nike seems to[...]
- Episode 285: Neal and Toby unpack the DOJ’s latest suit against Apple, alleging that it monopolized the smartphone market. Could this antitrust case have some legs? Then, why the Dodgers fired Shohei Ohtani’s translator over his controversial debt. Meanwhile, a round up of the latest advances within the health tech industry including the first brain-implanted[...]
- Episode 284: Neal and Toby discuss the latest from Reddit’s IPO and why some redditors are not very happy with the move. Then, the Biden Administration and the EPA just released new strict rules for automakers to make their EV targets…but it might come with some leniency. Next, Glassdoor is taking its name to literal[...]
- Episode 283: Neal and Toby chat about Unilever cutting ties with its 100+ year ice cream business. Then, the Bank of Japan has finally come back to the positive as it hikes up interest rates for the first time in 17 years. Next, Trump has been ordered to pay $464 million from his civil fraud[...]
- Episode 282: Neal and Toby dive into the potential mega deal between Apple and Google where Gemini could supercharge future iPhones. Then, can the federal government crackdown on social media companies to protect its users? The Supreme Court’s decision could impact the 1st Amendment. Next, Austin, the once hot housing market from the pandemic-era boom,[...]
- Episode 281: Neal and Toby break down the settlement that could lead to the end of 6% real estate commissions. Plus, why Uber and Lyft are leaving Minneapolis and a former UK tech mogul goes on trial for fraud. The guys share their winners of the weekend and why are people paying hundreds of dollars[...]
- Episode 280: Neal and Toby break down the SpaceX mission that sent Starship further than ever and explain why it was a major advancement for the company. Plus, Vancouver gets a major real estate upgrade and President Biden is opposed to the US Steel merger with a massive Japanese company. The guys share their stock[...]
- Episode 279: Neal and Toby have the latest on the House of Representatives voting on a bill that would ban TikTok in the US and what it could mean for the future of the social media platform. Plus, the owner of Dollar Tree and Family Dollar is going to be closing up to 1,000 stores[...]
- Episode 278: Neal and Toby explain why the CPI report came in hotter than expected and what it means for interest rates. Plus, Airbnb bans security cameras indoors and Tesla and Ford don't test well in driver assistance evaluations. Next up, Telegram is the social media platform with 900 million users and 50 employees. And[...]
- Episode 277: Neal and Toby break down the trajectory of Liquid Death and explain how the canned water company is now worth $1.4 billion. Plus, Boeing's woes continue with another incident in New Zealand and Biden reveals a budget plan to challenge Trump's. Toby shares his favorite trends and why are automakers sharing your data[...]
- Episode 276: Neal and Toby have the latest on the push in Congress to ban TikTok and why the social media company might wanna look for a buyer to stick around in the US. Plus, the movies you saw actually won awards at The Oscars and taking a look back at one year since the[...]
- Episode 275: Neal and Toby break down the biggest business takeaways from President Biden's State of the Union speech where he stated he wanted to bump up taxes on corporations and the wealthy. Plus, why Congress could actually ban TikTok and Netflix gets into boxing with a Jake Paul and Mike Tyson fight. The guys[...]
- Episode 274: Neal and Toby explain what is going on with Disney's board and how shareholders are putting their votes up for sale. Plus, New York Community Bank may have been saved by a $1 billion capital raise and why the government is making companies be transparent about their contributions to climate change. Neal shares[...]
- Episode 273: Neal and Toby explain how Dartmouth Basketball players voting to unionize will have major impacts on the business of the NCAA. Plus, there was a Meta platforms outage on Super Tuesday and Bitcoin hit an all-time high. Next, Tesla's Berlin factory had to be shut down after a suspected arson attack and why[...]
- Episode 272: Neal and Toby explain why the conflict in the Red Sea is threatening internet connectivity in Europe and Asia. Plus, Apple was hit with a $2 billion fine from the EU and why big box stores are looking to get smaller. Toby shares his favorite trends and the SpaceX-backed startup that is making[...]
- Episode 271: Neal and Toby explain why Elon Musk is suing OpenAI and Sam Altman. Plus, the search for the Malaysia airline flight that disappeared ten years ago could resume, and how wicked snow storms and Texas wildfires are impacting the ski and cattle industries. Then the guys share their winners of the weekend, including[...]
- Episode 270: Toby and Kyle explain why Oprah is leaving WeightWatchers and what weight-loss drugs may have to do with it. Plus, the humanoid robot company that has Bezos and Nvidia investing millions and why are billionaires buying up land in Hawaii? The guys share their stock and dog of the week and how friendships[...]
- Episode 269: Neal and Toby explain why Panera doesn't have to partake in California's new minimum wage law. Plus, Google's CEO says their latest Gemini AI blunder is 'unacceptable' and dating apps are scrambling to try and get Gen Z to use them. Neal shares his favorite numbers and why do we have a Leap[...]
- Episode 268: Neal and Toby explain why Macy's is closing over 150 of their stores and what kind of strategy they are pivoting to for the long-term. Plus, the cyberattack on UnitedHealth that is majorly impacting pharmacies and are NFTs making a comeback? Next up, TikTok's biggest audience are actually millennials and how a $1[...]
- Episode 267: Neal and Toby explain why the FTC is suing to block another major merger, this time between two grocery giants. Plus BYD enters the luxury car game while also rolling our a $15,000 model that is putting auto makers on notice. Next up, Samsung is putting big money into the Galaxy Ring and[...]
- Episode 266: Neal and Toby discuss the landmark US Supreme Court case that will debate the first amendment vs controlling what you see on social media. Next up, a breakdown of Warren Buffett's annual letter to investors and how one man overheard his wife's conversations while working from home and is now on trial for[...]
- Episode 265: Neal and Toby break down Reddit's IPO and why it's favoring their most loyal users. Plus, the dangers of Chinese hackers on US data and there was an AT&T outage that left thousands across the US without power. Next up why Google is pausing their Gemini AI service and the guys share their[...]
- Episode 264: Neal and Toby discuss Nvidia's historic earnings report where it is clear that the AI boom is alive and well. Plus, what a court ruling in Alabama means for the IVF industry and the government is coming after private jets. Neal shares his favorite numbers and why is Beyond Meat hoping avocado oil[...]
- Episode 263: Happy one year anniversary Morning Brew Daily! On today's show, Neal and Toby discuss why airlines are raising baggage fee prices and why Walmart is acquiring smart TV marker Vizio. Plus, investors are all in on farming and HBO wants you to stop watching YouTube and subscribe to Max. Finally, could there be[...]
- Episode 262: Neal and Toby break down the massive credit card deal between Capital One and Discover Financial. Plus, Donald Trump has to pay over $355 million after being convicted of business fraud in New York and the billion dollar chip expansion project being funded in the United States. The guys share their winners of[...]
- Episode 261: Neal and Toby take your questions on this special mailbag episode of Morning Brew Daily. How do they feel about the future of enhanced games? If they were to start a company, what industry would it be in? What is the real estate market they would move to right now? Who would they[...]
- Neal and Toby chat with Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg to talk about his notorious Apple Vision Pro review video, the future of AI, what's next for Meta, and of course, cattle raisin' & meat smokin'. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Listen to Morning Brew Daily[...]
- Episode 259: Neal and Toby look at the latest app from OpenAI, Sora, which can create realistic, movie-like videos from a text prompt. Then, Russia is looking to build nukes in space. How much money will it take for security in the stars? Plus, immigration is actually giving the economy a $7 trillion boost, but[...]
- Episode 258: Neal and Toby chat about Bezos’ sale of $4 billion of Amazon stock and his move to Miami where he could save $600 million in tax benefits. Billionaire flex. Then, Bitcoin is so back as it reaches the $1 trillion market cap. Does it have something to do with the EFT hype? Next,[...]
- Episode 257: Neal and Toby recap the latest inflation report and why it’s concerning Wall Street. Then, brush up on your cooking skills because gig workers are refusing to take food delivery orders for Valentine’s Day. Next, JetBlue may have found its savior in brash activist investor Carl Icahn. Plus, a legal battle between to[...]
- Episode 256: Neal and Toby get into why politicians are using TikTok to engage new voters...and new users such as President Biden. Then, Beyoncé shocks the world with the announcement of her country album, but she isn't the only one who's jumping on the bandwagon. Next, Temu looks to attract US customers by doing what[...]
- Episode 255: Neal and Toby kick off the week with a roundup of the best and worst of this year's Super Bowl ads. Then the guys dive into how the S&P 500 went somewhere it's never gone before and what it means for your retirement account. Plus why Sam Altman wants $7 Trillion and people[...]
- Episode 254: Neal and Toby break down the Tucker Carlson interview with Vladimir Putin and what it means for X and content creators. Plus, the FCC rules AI-voiced robocalls are illegal and Elon Musk wants to go after Disney. The guys share their stock and dog of the week and why Australia wants to stop[...]
- Episode 253: Neal and Toby explain why the United States is buying more goods from Mexico than China. Plus, Disney is still trying to figure out streaming and Uber is finally profitable again. Snap had to lay off 10% of their staff and Chipotle is looking into an avocado robot? Neal shares his favorite numbers[...]
- Episode 252: Neal and Toby explain how Adam Neumann is attempting to buy back his bankrupt company WeWork. Plus ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. are teaming up to bring a massive streaming service for sports. It's kinda like... Cable! Next, Eli Lilly's stock price is giving Tesla a run for their money and Taylor Swift[...]
- Episode 251: Neal and Toby discuss the court case surrounding the mystery creator behind Bitcoin. Plus, why Dartmouth is bringing back SAT scores as a requirement for applicants and why fast food companies are blaming the Middle East for poor sales. Toby shares why lip reading is so in right now and what do Jeff[...]
- Episode 250: Happy Monday! Neal and Toby are back and are discussing President Biden's comments on inflation at the grocery store and the stats behind the historic prices in the egg and milk aisle. Plus, it's been one year since the East Palestine train derailment and which women dominated the stage at the Grammys. The[...]
- Episode 249: Neal and Toby have the latest news and reviews following the official arrival of the Apple Vision Pro. Plus, the latest regional bank that could be in trouble and the biggest earnings takeaways from big tech reports yesterday. Also, why Elon Musk is thinking of moving Tesla to Texas and the guys share[...]
- Episode 248: Neal and Toby recap yesterday's Congressional testimony where Big Tech CEOs from companies like Snap, Meta and 'X' were asked about child safety on their platforms. Plus, the latest from the Fed meeting and why Universal Music group may be out on TikTok. Neal shares his favorite numbers and there have been some[...]
- Episode 247: Neal and Toby explain TikTok's massive push to be an online market place and why a judge denied Elon Musk a $56 billion payout. Plus, GM cannot seem to make up their mind on EV hybrids. The guys have latest on layoffs around the tech world and Tom Brady merges his TB12 brand[...]
- Episode 246: Neal and Toby discuss the fall of Evergrande and what it means for China's property crisis. Plus, why Amazon is out on the $1.4 billion deal with iRobot and the Walmart store manager job where you could make $400k without acquiring a college degree. Toby goes in on Dry January trends and what[...]
- Episode 245: Neal and Toby explain why certain members of Congress are going after Zyn nicotine pouches. Plus. Amazon Prime Video is adding ads to their streaming and which celebrities are going after AI deepfakes. The guys share their winners of the weekend and tax season is here! Finally, here is what we are watching[...]
- Episode 244: Neal and Toby break down the launch of Icon of the Seas, the biggest cruise ship ever built and what it means for the cruise industry and what it says about the hospitality industry. Next up, the US economy is on fire and media layoffs have been rampant this week. The guys share[...]
- Episode 243: Neal and Toby recap how Tesla is handling the slowing EV market and what we know about its newest model coming in 2025. Plus, President Biden gets a big endorsement from the United Auto Workers union. Then, the Kyte Baby drama explained and what it says about the US parental leave system. Next,[...]
- Episode 242: Neal and Toby talk about the mega deal between Netflix and the WWE and what it means for the live sports landscape. Then, Boeing’s fallout keeps going as one major airline decides to take its business elsewhere. Next, surprised you got a call from President Biden? Well, it’s highly likely it isn’t actually[...]
- Episode 241: Neal and Toby discuss the record-breaking profits hedge funds made by betting big on catastrophes. Then, a breakthrough in science as the world’s first malaria vaccine program is rolled out in Africa. Plus, oil giant Exxon Mobil pushes back on climate proposals. Toby explains what’s behind the “mob wife” trend. Lastly, why AI[...]
- Episode 240: Neal and Toby recap the weekend starting with the S&P 500's record breaking benchmark and why Americans are feeling much better about the economy. Then, Sports Illustrated lays off almost all of its staff, marking the end of the once popular magazine. Plus, the hype around Apple’s Vision Pro seems to wane as[...]
- Episode 239: Neal and Toby discuss the latest shipping news in the Red Sea and why the unrest has majorly impacted global trade. Plus, the biggest quotes to come out of Davos and Georgians are upset over a controversial $400 million monkey breeding facility. The guys share their stock and dog of the week and[...]
- Episode 238: Neal and Toby explain what countries around the world like China are doing to combat low birthrates and population decreases. Plus, why overdraft fees at banks could be a thing of the past and Tesla owners say their cars won't charge in the brutal cold. Neal shares his favorite numbers from the week[...]
- Episode 237: Neal and Toby explain why a judge blocked the Spirit-JetBlue merger and why it is a big win for President Biden's Justice Department. Plus, the new law that could increase child tax breaks and how changes in fishing regulation could impact the administrative state. Next, Uber is shutting down Drizly and the UK[...]
- Episode 236: Neal and Toby explain what to expect from Davos as the top business leaders in the world come together in Switzerland. Plus, why Texans have to watch how much electricity they use and what a winter storm means for the Northeast. Next, Peacock broke streaming history with their exclusive NFL playoff game but[...]
- Episode 235: Toby, Neal and Kyle all get together to look ahead to the rest of 2024 and explain what they are bullish or bearish on. Topics include; the Apple Vision Pro, electric vehicles, IPOs, big food vs big pharma, movie theaters, and much more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily[...]
- Episode 234: Neal and Toby discuss the battle between Microsoft and Apple to be the biggest company in the United States. Plus, Hertz sells off over 20k electric vehicles and a breakdown of all the drama happening at ESPN. Next a roundup of all the biggest tech layoffs and the biggest takeaways from CES. Finally,[...]
- Episode 233: Neal and Toby discuss the SEC approving rule changes paving the way for Bitcoin ETFs and why OpenAI is opening a store for custom GPT chatbots. Plus, scientists find about a quarter of a million pieces of nanoplastic in water bottles. Neal shares his favorite numbers and how is the snow shortage impacting[...]
- Episode 232: Neal and Toby talk about the World Bank’s latest forecast indicating a slowing global economy for the third straight year. Then, politicians are the latest being ‘swatted’ — a scary trend that has its roots from Twitch. Plus, the battle between grocery chains and food suppliers has each side blaming the other as[...]
- Episode 231: Neal and Toby discuss the historic partnership ending between Tiger Woods and Nike and what it means for both the brand and golf icon. Plus, an update on what United found on their Boeing 737 Max fleet, what is the latest with the rocket that tried to take human remains to the moon[...]
- Episode 230: Neal and Toby discuss the incident where part of a plane door fell off an Alaska Airlines flight and why Boeing is under scrutiny because of it. Plus, the Golden Globes are backed by new investors and Navajo Nation doesn't want human remains on the moon. The guys share their winners of the[...]
- Episode 229: Neal and Toby discuss why companies like Google and Meta are cutting DEI programs. Plus, Google is also beginning to get rid of cookies and ESPN strikes a massive $920 million deal with the NCAA to air over 40 college championships. And a big part of that deal is thanks to women's basketball.[...]
- Episode 228: Neal and Toby discuss the court documents that were released containing names associated with Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, SpaceX launches satellites that will provide cell phone service to T-Mobile and the US Debt hits $34 trillion. Neal shares his favorite numbers and how Gypsy Rose Blanchard's release from prison highlights the business of true[...]
- Episode 227: Neal and Toby discuss why Tesla has lost the top EV spot to BYD in China. Plus, Harvard's president Claudine Gay resigns following the shortest tenure in the university's history and what a plane collision in Tokyo means for the airline industry as a whole. Next, how Covid slashed vast consumer choices and[...]
- Episode 226: Happy 2024! Neal and Toby are back and are discussing why the Steamboat Willie version of Mickey Mouse is now public domain and what that means for Disney. Plus, the New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft and alleging billions in damages. Apple is selling their watch despite trademark issues and what[...]
- Episode 225: Toby and Neal interview 'Atomic Habits' author James Clear on the best ways to establish habits and take control of your New Year's Resolutions in 2024. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Episode 224: Neal and Toby reflect on a year of news in 2023 and break down the biggest headlines, most viral moments, and maybe look back at some stories you forgot. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Episode 223: Kyle Hagge joins the show and quizzes Neal and Toby on lines they said throughout the first year of Morning Brew Daily. Who said what when covering the biggest headlines in business news? Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Episode 222: Neal and Toby chat with Morning Brew social video producer Macy Gilliam. They ask her the tricks behind going viral, how to constantly come up with creative ideas when working in social media, and what is it like to march in the Macy's Day Parade when your name is Macy? Listen to Morning[...]
- Episode 221: Neal and Toby interview 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist and newly minted entrepreneur, Shaun White! The guys get into Shaun's Whitespace brand with Shopify and all of the challenges and wins he's experienced since starting his business. Shaun also shares his plans for a snowboarding camp, ranks Toby's trick names and shares exactly what[...]
- Episode 220: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Morning Brew Daily team! On today's show, Neal and Toby are running it back with a special episode. Neal interviews Toby, and then Toby interviews Neal about their Morning Brew origin stories, where they went to college, their special interests, and more. Listen to Morning Brew[...]
- Episode 219: Kyle and Toby discuss the meeting that started the talks for a potential mega merger between Warner Bros. Discovery with Paramount Global. Plus, The guys share their stocks and dogs of the year and break down the economics of your Christmas tree. Finally, what is the business behind Elf on the Shelf and[...]
- Episode 218: Toby and Kyle explain why Sweden Unions are battling with Elon Musk and Tesla. Plus, electric scooter company 'Bird' has filed for bankruptcy and Rite Aid is in trouble for using facial recognition . Next, the IRS canceled $1 billion in tax penalties and US consumer confidence is at its highest since 2021.[...]
- Episode 217: Neal and Toby explain why Jeff Bezos is ready to go all in on Blue Origin to compete with SpaceX. Plus, the Sony hack that exposed how nervous the company is about Microsoft and could Applesauce have been contaminated on purpose? Neal shares his favorite numbers and TSA could be rolling out a[...]
- Episode 216: Neal and Toby discuss why Adobe's $20 billion acquisition of Figma fell through and what it means for major mergers moving forward. Plus, why attacks on oil tankers are disrupting trade routes in the Red Sea and sales of the latest Apple Watch are being stopped due to patent issues. Next, US Steel[...]
- Episode 215: Neal and Toby discuss what Uber joining the S&P 500 means and how seven tech companies are carrying the stock market right now. Plus, Ketamine startups are struggling in the wake of Matthew Perry's death and how Costco banked almost $100 million off gold bars. Plus, Travis Kelce runs game day advertising and[...]
- Episode 214: Neal and Toby look at the recent layoffs from Cruise, Hasbro and Etsy and explain why companies announce layoffs just before the holidays. Plus, there's a board battle brewing at Disney and Starbucks doesn't run the coffee show in China anymore. The guys share their stocks of the week and why the rental[...]
- Episode 213: Neal and Toby explain why Washington DC's pro sports teams are moving to Northern Virginia and the financial implications it will have on both regional economies. Plus, Tesla recalls 2 million vehicles and access to a key abortion drug heads to the Supreme Court. Neal shares his favorite numbers and ChatGPT is paying[...]
- Episode 212: Neal and Toby discuss how gas prices and wage rates have impacted the latest inflation report. Plus, Netflix posts viewer data from every show for the first time ever and Tesla says they have the right to sue anyone who attempts to re-sell a Cyber Truck. Next the guys get into Choice Hotels'[...]
- Episode 211: Neal and Toby talk about Epic Games latest victory against Google that could shift the app market. Next, the economy’s biggest threat doesn’t come from financial institutions, but our geopolitics. Then, will a buyout of Macy’s ultimately mean its demise? Meanwhile, teens spend more time on YouTube than TikTok. Lastly, Apple tries to[...]
- Episode 210: Neal and Kyle recap the weekend with major leadership changes in Argentina and the University of Pennsylvania, both in economical turmoil. Then, Elon Musk brings back Alex Jones on X while SmileDirectClub closes up shop and files for bankruptcy. Next, LA scores BIG with Ohtani’s massive deal with the Dodgers and Lakers winning[...]
- Episode 209: Neal and Toby preview what to expect from today's jobs report. Plus, Russia was using celebrity cameos as propaganda and are tech startups really running out of money? The guys share their stock and dog of the week and Krispy Kreme is heading to Paris. And finally, why Pantone says "Peach Fuzz" is[...]
- Episode 208: Neal and Toby explain if Google's new AI 'Gemini' will be able to compete with ChatGPT. Plus McDonald's is making big waves; bringing back the snack wrap and planning to open over 9,000 stores in the coming years. Neal shares his favorite numbers including why Taylor Swift was TIME's person of the year[...]
- Episode 207: Neal and Toby explain the letter that NCAA President Charlie Baker sent to schools proposing that a trust fund be established to compensate college athletes. Plus, couples with no kids are raking it in and Israeli regulators did not find trade abnormalities before the Hamas attack on October 7th. CVS is planning to[...]
- Episode 206: Neal and Toby explain why Spotify is planning to lay off 17% of their staff following the successful release of Spotify Wrapped. Plus, Bitcoin has never been hotter and why Tesla's cheapest model might be losing its tax credit. Also, Venezuela has approved a referendum to claim territory in oil-rich Guyana and Toby[...]
- Episode 205: Happy Monday! Neal and Toby are back in the saddle and are explaining how a massive Supreme Court case around the opioid epidemic could change bankruptcy court rulings forever. Plus, why another court case could impact your taxes and Alaska Air has dolled out almost $2 billion to purchase Hawaiian Airlines. The guys[...]
- Episode 204: Neal and Kyle discuss why the stock market is hotter than ever. Plus, it's the one-year anniversary of ChatGPT and why we are in the era of nepo baby billionaires. Also, a recap of the Cop28 Climate Summit and how much money did Red Lobster lose on their endless shrimp deal? And finally,[...]
- Episode 203: Neal and Toby preview Thursday's launch of Tesla's Cybertruck and why it comes at an interesting time for electric vehicles. Plus, why Wall Street is getting behind Nikki Haley and the marketing genius of Spotify Wrapped. Neal shares his favorite numbers and Google is ready to delete the account you haven't touched in[...]
- Episode 202: Neal and Toby discuss the death of Charlie Munger and his legacy at Berkshire Hathaway. The guys also get into Mark Cuban's recent moves involving selling the majority of his shares in the Dallas Mavericks and leaving the show "Shark Tank". Plus, the $16 McDonald's meal that is sending Americans over the inflationary[...]
- Episode 201: Neal and Toby explain the reports that officials from the UAE are looking to cut oil deals at the COP28 Climate Summit. Plus, Young Thug's racketeering case and Shein files for a US IPO. Toby shares how you can find love on Duolingo or Strava, and why Amazon is becoming the biggest package[...]
- Episode 200: Neal and Toby go through the winners and losers of the holiday weekend. Online retailers raked in almost $10 billion on Black Friday and United Airlines might be using customer data to create targeted ads. Plus, why US oil production is on fire and college football hasn't been this popular in a long[...]
- Episode 199: Neal and Toby gather questions listeners submitted over the last two weeks. Topics they discuss include the process behind making an episode of Morning Brew Daily, what Neal thinks of American transportation and Toby even shares some relationship advice. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow The 2024 Money[...]
- Episode 198: Former NFL quarterback Donovan McNabb joins Neal and Kyle to discuss why Thanksgiving is such a significant day for football. Donovan reflects on what it was like to play on the holiday as well as his iconic Campbell's Chunky Soup brand deal featuring his mom. Watch out Kelces! He also shares his thoughts[...]
- Episode 197: Neal and Toby break down the timeline of events that led Sam Altman to return to OpenAI as the company's CEO. Plus, why Binance is paying billions in a Crypto plea deal and Kim Kardashian invests in truffle sauce. The guys also preview the NFL and Amazon game on Black Friday and everything[...]
- Episode 196: Neal and Toby discuss the latest drama surrounding Sam Altman's departure from OpenAI and why employees are threatening to leave the AI giant if he isn't reinstated as CEO. Plus why the Cruise CEO stepped down and what are the benefits of Argentina adopting the dollar? Toby shares his favorite trends and a[...]
- Episode 195: Neal and Toby break down the weekend drama where OpenAI ousted Sam Altman and then Microsoft swooped in and hired the former CEO in the early hours of Monday morning. Plus, how will Argentina's Presidential election impact the economy and what happened with SpaceX's Starship launch? Formula 1 takes Las Vegas and who[...]
- Episode 194: Neal and Kyle break down Hyundai's deal with Amazon to sell cars directly to consumers. Plus, F1 head to Vegas for a pricey race and SpaceX's Starship is ready to launch. The guys share why Boeing is outselling Airbus for the first time since 2017 and how can the USPS stop losing money?[...]
- Episode 193: Neal and Toby discuss Starbucks workers striking on Red Cup Day and why the UAW deal with GM may be in peril. Plus, Nepal bans TikTok and Warner Bros. may be in trouble with the FTC thanks to Wile E. Coyote. Neal shares his favorite numbers and what are the best airports in[...]
- Episode 192: Neal and Toby discuss the historic meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco and how it will impact the global economy. Plus, inflation is finally cooling and the $150 billion a year cost of climate change. Also, Wall Street bankers' bonuses won't be as big and the phone[...]
- Episode 191: Neal and Toby break down ESPN's launch into the wagering space with ESPN Bet on Tuesday. Plus, a new study was released revealing who is buying homes and how much the typical buyer is making. Also, why there is a shift in international students flocking the US for college and Exxon goes all[...]
- Episode 190: Neal and Toby explain why the stock market has been on fire lately and what investors are thinking. Plus, the AI pin you can wear that is trying to replace smart phones and why Marvel Studios could be in trouble. The guys share their winners of the weekend (imagine being fired and still[...]
- Neal and Toby pitch the craziest business ideas submitted by listeners to Money With Katie and Tara Reed from 'BOSSY', and the girls share if they would be IN, or OUT. Listen to BOSSY on Spotify, Apple, watch on YouTube or find it wherever you get your podcasts Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD[...]
- Episode 188: Neal and Toby discuss why WeWork's bankruptcy could majorly disrupt the commercial real estate market. Plus, the guys share the biggest takeaways from entertainment and video games earnings reports and why Disney may be leaning on streaming to bring in cash. Neal shares his favorite numbers and Google's co-founder's 'Airship' is ready to[...]
- Episode 187: Neal and Toby explain why Elon Musk's brain implant startup was approved to start surgical trials. Plus, how YouTube's problem with ad blockers may violate the EU Law and the spicy book that came out on Ray Dalio's hedge fund 'Bridgewater'. Also why Ram is rolling out a hybrid EV truck and Americans[...]
- Episode 186: Neal and Toby discuss the Donald Trump civil fraud case involving his business and property valuations. Plus, WeWork finally files for bankruptcy and Google takes on Epic Games in a second anti-trust lawsuit. Toby shares his favorite trends of the week and Bumble gets a new CEO. Finally, why are there so many[...]
- Episode 185: Neal and Toby discuss Elon Musk's new AI chatbot, 'Grok' which he says is set to rival ChatGPT and "loves sarcasm". Plus, can the Washington Post's new CEO fix the media company's $100 million problem and how teenagers are being deepfaked by AI. The guys share who they think won the weekend and[...]
- Episode 184: Neal and Toby discuss disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's conviction that could land him up to 110 years in prison. Plus, the guys share their biggest takeaways from a week of market movement and earnings reports. Who won the stock of the week and who fell to dog of the week? Also, the[...]
- Episode 183: Neal and Toby discuss the launch of Microsoft's AI program Copilot, and how it can help you write emails. Plus, why Americans aren't confident in the economy despite high employment rates and why offshore wind farms could be in trouble. Neal shares his favorite numbers and if you want your food on time,[...]
- Episode 182: Neal and Toby explain why home schooling has gotten so big and why millions of dollars have been poured into it. Plus, some fairly big stock movement already this week, who are the biggest risers and fallers? Also, Tesla resolves a lengthy lawsuit and global companies are finding it hard to leave Russia.[...]
- Episode 181: Neal and Toby recap the first-of-its-kind Executive Order by President Biden to create safeguards on AI. Then, McDonald's may have jacked up its prices but their recent earnings show customers are still lovin' it. And, the auto industry is back on the road with the latest deal between automakers and the UAW. Next,[...]
- Episode 180: Neal and Toby recap why the auto industry is becoming less bullish on the EVs and why driverless cars have hit a bump in the road. Then, the latest impacts from the Israel/Hamas war and UAW labor strikes that aren't done. Next, people are packing up and getting out of California and New[...]
- Episode 179: Neal and Toby break down the US Economy's explosive growth in the third quarter and what that could mean moving forward. Plus, Sam Bankman-Fried takes the stand and it's been one year since Elon Musk purchased 'X', formerly Twitter. What has the last year looked like at the social media company? The guys[...]
- Episode 178: Neal and Toby have the latest on talks between the United Auto Workers Union and Ford that would send employees back to work. Plus, why Boeing has lost billions on Air Force One and Meta's latest earnings. They also run through why AppleTV is raising its prices, SBF getting set to testify and[...]
- Episode 177: Neal and Toby discuss the lawsuit against Meta where dozens of states are suing the tech company for it's 'addictive features' and 'mental harm' it has caused children. Plus, Bitcoin is on fire and we are in the full swing of earnings season with reports from Microsoft, Alphabet and Spotify. Hear what Jamie[...]
- Episode 176: Neal and Toby have the latest news surrounding the UAW strike and why workers walked out of a Ram 1500 truck plant. Plus, Bill Ackman doesn't want to bet on bonds and Chevron spends billions in another oil mega deal. The guys also recap stories including the off-duty pilot who tried to take[...]
- Episode 175: Neal and Toby explain how the US budget deficit hit $1.7 trillion as Congress ends their fiscal year. Plus, the guys wrap up the biggest headlines of the weekend, including the fallout between Jon Stewart and Apple and Taylor Swift at the box office. Also, how one museum is connecting Van Gogh and[...]
- Episode 174: Neal and Toby discuss how CEOs and companies are responding to the Israel-Hamas War. Plus, why over half of American households own stock now and how net neutrality may soon be revived. The guys share their stock and dog of the week and also Costco's long-time CEO is stepping down. And finally, what's[...]
- Episode 173: Toby and Neal share their biggest takeaways from Netflix and Tesla earnings. Turns our password sharing restrictions work! Plus, premiums for health insurance have never been higher and why one high profile court case was lost because of an AI lawyer. Neal gets to share his favorite numbers and Toby might even get[...]
- Episode 172: Neal and Toby explain the significance of President Biden visiting Israel today and what the implications are of the House attempting to elect a speaker. Plus retail rates are up as Americans love to spend and why real estate brokers may be heading to trial for broker's fees. The guys also take a[...]
- Episode 171: Neal and Toby discuss why home sales haven't been this low in a long time. Plus, LinkedIn is cutting more jobs in the latest wave of tech layoffs and why no one wants to be an accountant these days! Toby wants you to get ready with him and how robots might be making[...]
- Episode 170: Neal and Toby discuss how global markets are bracing for impact as tensions rise in the Middle East. Plus, Rite Aid files for bankruptcy in the latest chapter of the drug store crisis and Netflix is pursuing retail. The guys share their winners of the weekend and why are influencers and YouTube stars[...]
- Episode 169: Neal and Toby discuss the latest inflation report and how it has impacted markets and mortgage rates. Plus, why the US and Qatar have agreed to stop Iran from accessing $6 billion and how one company was making fake parts that infiltrated airplane fleets. The guys share their stock and dog of the[...]
- Episode 168: Neal and Toby discuss Exxon's $60 billion purchase of Pioneer to become the top oil dog in the US. Plus, why some companies want to blacklist certain college students for hire in the fallout of the Israel-Hamas war and why Birkenstock's stock price tanked after going public. Neal shares his favorite numbers and[...]
- Episode 167: Neal and Toby explain how Hamas raised millions in crypto and the role crypto has played in terrorism fundraising. Plus, former Co-CEO of Alameda and Sam Bankman-Fried's ex girlfriend Caroline Ellison takes the stand in the FTX fraud trial. Also, California looks to ban certain food additives and why Ireland is swimming in[...]
- Episode 166: Neal and Toby explain what is happening in the war between Israel and Hamas and how the world is reacting to it. Plus, retailers say holiday shopping is already underway and what happened with the 23andMe data breach? Walgreen pharmacists stage a walkout and the men's marathon world record was shattered over the[...]
- Episode 165: Neal and Toby get bullish or bearish on a range of topics, including; is a 4-day work week feasible? What about the future of plant-based meat, and is the global population decline a real problem to be concerned about? Will we see a trillionaire in our lifetime and is higher education worth the[...]
- Episode 164: Toby and Neal explain the lawsuits that Elon Musk has found himself in this week, including ones about his Twitter acquisition and a self-driving car incident. Plus, why almost 20 million cars are being recalled and nearly every Alaskan is getting a $1300 check for oil. The guys also share their stock and[...]
- Episode 163: Neal and Toby discuss why investors are shorting snack stocks as Ozempic usage explodes. Plus the guys circle back on a couple of stories that have evolved over the last week, including the biggest healthcare strike in US history and why Maui is welcoming tourists again. The guys also share some startup companies[...]
- Episode 162: Neal and Toby discuss how record bond sales are the biggest factor in the market right now and are a huge reason mortgage rates have skyrocketed. Plus, celebrities like Tom Hanks and MrBeast are warning people of AI deepfakes as technology advances and why Chicago might do away with tipping. And narrative violation![...]
- Episode 161: Neal and Toby break down the Sam Bankman-Fried and FTX fraud trial that is set to get underway today. How did we get here and what could be in store for the former king of crypto? Plus, the Nobel Prize was awarded to the creators of the mRNA vaccine and 'X' inks a[...]
- Episode 160: Neal and Toby explain how the government avoided a shut down over the weekend. Plus, a round up of the latest strike news and why we could see the largest healthcare strike in history begin this week. The guys share their winners of the weekend, including a sea lion at the central park[...]
- Episode 159: Happy Friday! Neal and Toby discuss the end of and era, Netflix discontinued its DVD delivery service today. Plus, OpenAI is exploring building the "iPhone of artificial intelligence'. The guys explain why Costco is the stock of the week (thank you gold bar sales) and why Ryan Cohen can't save GameStop from being[...]
- Episode 158: Neal and Toby discuss how contract workers would be impacted by a possible government shutdown. Plus, Meta brings AI photo editing and chatbots to their social media apps and struggling Peloton strikes a deal with Lululemon. Neal shares his favorite numbers and why are brands so... online? And how are they trying to[...]
- Episode 157: Neal and Toby discuss the massive lawsuit where the US government and 17 states are suing Amazon for being too large of a monopoly. Also, a judge rules that Donald Trump defrauded banks and insurers while building out his real estate empire and why New Orleans could enter a drinker water emergency. Also,[...]
- Episode 155: Neal and Toby break down the biggest AI news at the top of the show, including; ChatGPT developing the ability to speak and analyze images, Amazon investing $4 billion into Anthropic and Spotify using OpenAI to release podcasts in alternate languages. Plus, how much are auto CEOs making compared to their striking workers?[...]
- Episode 154: Kyle Hagge joins the show! Toby and Kyle get into how the Hollywood writers and studios struck a tentative deal over the weekend to end the strike that lasted over 140 days. Plus, why Tinder is offering some users a $499 a month subscription tier, and why Lego is ditching their sustainability promise.[...]
- Episode 153: Neal and Toby discuss Rupert Murdoch stepping down as chair at Fox and handing over power to his son Lachlan. Talk about 'Succession' lore. Plus, they get into the biggest business headlines from a week filled with geopolitical news. And also Florida's new high speed passenger rail line debuts after 11 years in[...]
- Episode 152: Neal and Toby discuss why the government could shut down and what it means for you. Plus the guys discuss Fortnite's $245 million settlement with the FTC and how Amazon is cracking down on AI authors. Neal shares his favorite numbers from the week and here is why celebrities are spending thousands on[...]
- Episode 151: Neal and Toby discuss why Disney is investing $60 billion over the next ten years into their theme parks. Plus, Amazon and other major retailers are bulking up on staff before the holidays. The guys also explain the latest trend of entrepreneurship through acquisition and how the Senate's new dress code reflects the[...]
- Episode 150: Neal and Toby discuss Instacart's IPO on Tuesday at $30 a share which values the company at a cool $10 billion. Plus, the $100 million fighter jet that was temporarily missing and the massive overhaul of the US News & World Report rankings of colleges. Toby explains the trendiest features of iOS17 and[...]
- Episode 149: Toby and Neal have the latest details on the United Auto Workers strike and why it has Elon Musk raking in cash off. Plus, the latest news on talkshows planning to return this fall as the writers' and actors' strikes continue to freeze Hollywood and why oil is the priciest it has been[...]
- Episode 148: Neal and Toby discuss the UAW strike and its effects across the auto industry and US economy. It looks like Hot Labor Summer goes into the Fall. Next, another big splash in the IPO market that has Wall Street buzzin'. Then, a look into why decades of maintenance deferments to Libya's dam could've[...]
- Episode 147: Neal and Toby chat about the big hack that hit Las Vegas casinos causing millions of loss revenue for multiple days. Then, the Monday Night Letdown for the NY Jets has sparked the debate of whether the NFL should invest in grass fields instead of astroturf to protect their players and the game.[...]
- Episode 146: Neal and Toby list off all the exciting tidbits from Apple's big product event, including the iPhone 15 reveal. Next, how a covid-era government program is affecting poverty rates in America. Plus, quick relief from a cold may be gone as FDA declares a key ingredient in cold medicines ineffective. Then, the UFC[...]
- Episode 145: Neal and Toby discuss the huge shifts in the packaged foods industry with the latest Smucker's acquisition of Hostess Brands. Will this mean a PB&J Twinkie?? Next, the juiciest parts of Elon Musk's biography that paint a more complicated person than we thought. Plus, North Korea's Kim Jong Un's obsession with an armor-plated[...]
- Episode 144: Neal and Toby preview a potential hallmark case between Google and the US Justice Department on whether Google's search business empire violates antitrust laws. Then, an unlikely partnership between the US and Vietnam to ween off manufacturing in China. Plus, water is essential to human life...and artificial intelligence. The guys talk about the[...]
- Episode 143: Neal and Toby discuss the reported iPhone ban in China and how it it has plummeted Apple's stock over the last week. Plus, why workers are unhappier than ever and Elon Musk reportedly ordered Starlink to be turned off during the Ukrainian War. The guys also share their stock and dog of the[...]
- Episode 142: Neal and Toby share why experts say cars are the worst at keeping your private data secure. Plus, the Pentagon has plans for AI drones to keep up with China's rapidly expanding military. And the Rolling Stones keep on working and how is ABBA making millions off avatar concerts? Neal shares his favorite[...]
- Episode 141: Neal and Toby discuss the fight between Disney and cable provider Charter Spectrum and why ESPN and ABC has been blacked out for millions of people, and what does it mean for the future of cable? Plus, NYC cracks down on Airbnb and video game 'Starfield' finally hits the market after years in[...]
- Episode 140: Neal and Toby discuss 'Burning Man', a festival in the Nevada desert beloved by the nation's tech bros and billionaires, and how heavy rains left thousands stranded over the weekend. Plus, why invasive species cost humans over $400 billion a year and the guys take a look at the 'Margaritaville' empire Jimmy Buffett[...]
- Episode 139: Happy Labor Day! Neal and Toby recap the biggest stories of the summer, including how the economy was impacted by Taylor Swift, Beyonce and Barbenheimer. They also explain how the past couple months of extreme weather altered the national and global markets. Plus, the guys quiz each other on which companies did the[...]
- Episode 138: Happy almost Labor Day Weekend! Toby and Neal discuss how the Fed is grappling with rising inflation and give a preview of Friday's jobs report. Also, a technology company wants to fix McDonald's ice cream machines and Apple wants customers to fix their own iphones. Plus, Taylor Swift is bringing her Eras Tour[...]
- Episode 137: Neal and Toby explain how Floridians are planning to recover from the multibillion $$$ cost of Hurricane Idalia. Plus, how easing marijuana restrictions would impact the cannabis market and Narcan becomes the first overdose treatment to be sold on drug store shelves. Neal shares his favorite numbers from the week Amazon and Google[...]
- Episode 136: Neal and Toby discuss which 10 drugs President Biden is looking to slash prices of with his Medicare cost cuts. Plus, Bitcoin is up after a court ruling that sides with Grayscale over the SEC and 3M reaches a $6 billion settlement over earplugs. Also, Eminem takes legal action over Vivek Ramaswamy rapping[...]
- Episode 135: Neal and Toby discuss the Silicon Valley investors that are putting hundreds of millions of dollars into developing an urban utopia for tech's brightest minds in California. Plus, the World Cup kiss that is turning the Spanish soccer world upside down and the Chinese card game that is beloved by their bankers. Toby[...]
- Episode 134: Neal and Toby discuss why Instacart is filing for an IPO after raking in more than $240 million in the first half of 2023. Plus, UAW workers have authorized a strike at GM, Ford and Stellantis and why are music's biggest stars parting ways with manager Scooter Braun? Also, why has the dwindling[...]
- Episode 133: Neal and Toby discuss how former President Donald Trump's mug shot took over the internet on Thursday evening and how Etsy sellers are making money off of the merch. They also explain why the DOJ is suing SpaceX over discriminatory hiring practices and what a weekend in Jackson Hole looks like for the[...]
- Episode 132: Neal and Toby start Thursday with a deep dive into Nvidia's earnings report where they raked in billions in the second quarter thanks to their focus on artificial intelligence. They also discuss India's historic moon landing and why Starbucks is betting your next Pumpkin Spice Latte will be iced. Neal shares his favorite[...]
- Episode 131: Neal and Toby circle back and update some stories Morning Brew Daily has been following the last couple of weeks. Including Biden's plan to help student loan borrowers, Meta is launching 'Threads' on desktop, teamsters ratifying their new deal with UPS, and a South Korea power plant releasing radioactive water. Plus, Ikea goes[...]
- Episode 130: Neal and Toby explain why malls in the United States may not be going completely under just yet. Plus, why there is only one car left that costs under $20k and what is the average salary Americans are asking for when applying for new jobs? Also, Toby gets trendy and explains why Gen[...]
- Episode 129: Happy Birthday Neal! The guys jump into Monday and discuss the international space race to get back to the moon. They also explain how Meta's news ban in Canada is impacting how people are sharing information on wildfires. Plus, Robotaxis in San Francisco have been getting in too many accidents and the guys[...]
- Episode 128: Neal and Toby dive right in and discuss what has sent mortgage rates to the highest they have been in over 20 years and how US Treasury Yields are closing in on a 16-year high. They also discuss the debate in Hawaii of whether tourism could help or hurt Maui as the island[...]
- Episode 127: Neal and Toby discuss Target's latest earnings report and explain why the retailer struggled last quarter. Also, record labels are not producing pop stars like they used to and people are heading to restaurants more and more to pick up their own food. Neal shares his favorite numbers and global wealth rises while[...]
- Episode 126: It's been a year since the Inflation Reduction Act has passed, and Neal and Toby discuss exactly what the bill has done with billions of investments into clean energy and jobs, and and what it is still expected to do. Plus, Argentina's insane interest rates and why Warren Buffett is going all in[...]
- Episode 125: Neal and Toby break down the details of former President Donald Trump being indicted for the fourth time in Georgia on Monday night. The guys also discuss Michael Oher's petition that he was not compensated for his life story that was portrayed in the movie 'The Blind Side'. Plus, the historic climate case[...]
- Episode 124: Neal and Toby discuss the Hawaiian wildfires and the billions of dollars it will cost the economy to recover from the disaster. They also explain why America has poor quality sunscreen compared to the rest of the world and a how a totaled Tesla came back online in... the Ukraine? Plus, the winners[...]
- Episode 123: Kyle Hagge joins the show! Kyle and Toby discuss the wildfires in Maui and how an iPhone feature has been saving the lives of people without cell phone service. Plus, the parent company Coach strikes a deal to purchase Michael Kors and Versace for $8.5 billion. And surprise, Manhattan rent has hit a[...]
- Episode 122: Neal and Toby discuss the writer's strike hitting 100 days and why Jeopardy is recycling answers. Plus, Bob Iger tries to right the Disney ship by increasing streaming prices and hinting at a password crackdown in the company's latest earnings call. Also, what China slipping into deflation could mean for the global economy[...]
- Episode 121: Neal and Toby discuss ESPN's $2 billion deal with Penn Entertainment to launch a betting app. The guys also get into why Penn sold Barstool Sports back to Dave Portnoy and just exactly what the details of that agreement look like. Plus, for the first time ever credit card debt in the US[...]
- Episode 120: Neal and Toby explain why Paypal is entering the Stablecoin game and what that could mean for their crypto business. Plus, Berkshire Hathaway shares have never been higher and LA workers are preparing for a strike that could highly impact the city. Also, Campbell's Soup acquires Rao's for $2.7 billion and Paramount sells[...]
- Episode 119: Neal and Toby are back from the weekend and are breaking down the college conference realignment that is costing millions in television deals. Plus, remote work is officially dead as Zoom wants workers to return to office. 'X' is once again making headlines commandeering account handles and Mark Zuckerberg has his doubts on[...]
- Episode 118: Neal and Toby celebrate Friday by diving into Apple and Amazon earnings reports, including Amazon's blowout profit and why Apple is struggling with sales... But customers have over $10 billion deposited in their savings accounts. Plus, why gas prices are the highest they have been this year and why Airlines want you to[...]
- Episode 117: Neal and Toby discuss Bank of America economists scrapping their recession forecast and what it could mean on a larger scale. The guys also get into why Amazon is overhauling their grocery stores and how drug makers are navigating the Adderall and Penicillin shortage. Neal shares his favorite numbers, including statistics that explain[...]
- Episode 116: Neal and Toby discuss Fitch downgrading the US debt rating from AAA to AA+, citing how close Congress was to defaulting on the debt ceiling as well as the insurrection. The guys also go through their biggest takeaways from yesterday's earnings reports and get into how Uber is finally making money. Plus, which[...]
- Episode 115: Neal and Toby discuss President Biden's new student loan plan that could cost borrowers... $0 a month? Plus, the first ever Nuclear reactor that was built from scratch and how it went $31 billion over budget. And Palantir stock has never been hotter and the guys get into how the AI company is[...]
- Episode 114: Neal and Kyle discuss the research published over the weekend that says Facebook algorithms are not responsible for political polarization. which comes on the tails of Meta's strong earnings report last week. Also, Mastercard says you can't use their debit cards to make cannabis purchases. And why even a $700 million bailout could[...]
- Episode 113: Neal and Kyle explain why this July is set to be the hottest month in Earth's history and what the economic fallout is from the sky high temperatures. Plus, McDonald's Grimace campaign sends the company to new heights, and what is the stock and dog of the week? Also why are adults in[...]
- Episode 112: Neal and Toby discuss the Federal Reserve's decision to approve a hike in interest rates to combat inflation that brought them to 5.25-5.5%, which is the highest in 22 years. The guys also recap the Congressional UFO hearing and explain why automakers are banning together to build a electric vehicle charging network to[...]
- Episode 111: Neal and Toby dive into the earnings reports from Microsoft and Alphabet and explain why big tech is ready to spend big on AI. Also, UPS Workers agree on a deal worth $30 billion to avoid a strike. And why did Twitter's rebrand to 'X' cost the company almost $20 billion in brand[...]
- Episode 110: Neal and Toby discuss Sam Altman's newest crypto project that requires users to verify their identity by scanning their eyeballs. Plus, the guys break down new research that shows why the wealthiest are much more likely to be admitted to the nation's top colleges. Also, an update on the strikes going on in[...]
- Episode 109: Neal and Toby explain why Elon Musk has decided to rebrand Twitter as, 'X'. Plus it looks like 'Barbenheimer' surpassed expectations after making history at the box office, raking in over $230 million. Also, how power grids across the country are holding up against record hot temperatures and who won the weekend? Finally,[...]
- Episode 108: Kelsey Sutton joins the show! Kelsey is the Deputy Editor of Marketing Brew and lends her expertise as she and Neal break down all of the hype surrounding the opening weekend for blockbusters 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer'. Plus, Kim Kardashian's 'Skims' valued at a whopping $4 billion, stocks of the week, and how one[...]
- Episode 107: Neal and Toby discuss the biggest earnings reports from Wednesday, including Tesla's record Q2 revenue, Netflix's major growth in subscribers and Goldman Sachs drop in profits. Also the guys explain why the President of FIFA is asking people in New Zealand to buy tickets to the World Cup. Neal shares his favorite numbers[...]
- Episode 106: Toby and Neal discuss the record temperatures over in Europe during peak travel season. Plus, how could influencers take advantage of the SAG-AFTRA strike in Hollywood and Meta introduces Llama 2 for commercial use while Microsoft is offering a $30 subscription to incorporate AI into Microsoft 365. And why SHEIN is in the[...]
- Episode 105: Neal and Toby explain why Americans currently have the most cash in the bank since before the pandemic. Plus, why wages are finally starting to outpace inflation but for Europeans, the story isn't necessarily the same. Meanwhile Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that could change the game waits for FDA approval and why a[...]
- Episode 104: Neal and Toby explain how Ron DeSantis spend $7.9 million in his first six weeks of his Presidential campaign and how other candidates are spending and fundraising comparatively. Plus, why the actor and UPS strikes could cost billions, and after two long years Tesla's Cybertruck is finally here. Also, United pilots get paid[...]
- Episode 103: Kyle Hagge joins the show! Kyle and Toby discuss all of the headlines swirling around the FTC right now; including their investigation of OpenAI, the clash between Chair Lina Khan and Congress and why Twitter is asking a federal court to drop a settlement from 2022. Plus, for the first time birth control[...]
- Episode 102: Neal and Toby discuss why writers and actors in Hollywood could be striking at the same time for the first time in over 60 years. Plus wages are finally rising faster than inflation as it falls to 3%, and Domino's and Uber Eats are partnering to change the pizza game. Then Neal shares[...]
- Episode 101: Neal and Toby discuss a judge ruling that Microsoft can complete its $69 billion deal to purchase Activision Blizzard despite an injunction from the FTC. Plus, historic flooding in the Northeast that is costing billions and Bank of America is on the hook for $250 million after opening fake accounts and charging customers[...]
- Episode 100: Happy 100th episode! Neal and Toby celebrate by explaining what the Federal Reserve's new instant payment service is and how it could impact you. Plus, why there is a sea salt shortage in South Korea as people are preparing for Japan's release of treated radioactive water. The guys also discuss the drama surrounding[...]
- Episode 99: Neal and Toby explain why safe street activists in San Francisco are disabling robotaxis with traffic cones. Plus, the telecom companies that have left behind a network of toxic lead cables strewn across America and Senators call for the FDA to investigate Logan Paul's Prime Energy Drink because it has the caffeine equivalent[...]
- Episode 98: It seems like everywhere you look, people are talking about Threads. Luckily, Neal and Toby are here to break it all down and talk about the biggest moments since its launch. Plus, early data shows the US labor market is strong and thriving. So then why is Wall Street backing away? Then, Las[...]
- Episode 97: Neal and Toby discuss the latest legal troubles for AI and whether ChatGPT's first decline in growth is a telling sign. Plus, the US auto industry is alive & well with soaring sales from major automakers, which could be a turning point for the economy. Then, a look at why retirees are investing[...]
- Episode 96: Neal and Toby are back after a refreshing long weekend with lots of news to get to! Meta is coming for Twitter as it's set to launch Threads on Thursday but is it innovative enough to take down the already struggling social outlet? Plus, a judge ordered President Biden and his administration to[...]
- Episode 95: On this special holiday edition of Morning Brew Daily, Neal and Toby sit down with Morning Brew Co-Founder Alex Lieberman. The guys discuss Alex's journey in building the Brew with now CEO Austin Rief while they were both in college at Michigan and why Alex almost didn't hire Neal as MB's third ever[...]
- Episode 94: Neal and Toby chat with the face of Morning Brew's social media, Dan Toomey, on this special Holiday edition of Morning Brew Daily. Dan recently launched his own franchise called 'Good Work' after having been with Morning Brew for the past few years. Dan discusses how how he arrived at MB, how he[...]
- Episode 93: Neal and Toby unpack the momentous Supreme Court decision to reject the consideration of race in university admissions. Then, a leaked report shows a common artificial sweetener used in sugar-free products could be carcinogenic to humans. Plus, Virgin Galactic launches it's first commercial flight into space while the spotlight is on extreme tourism.[...]
- Episode 92: Neal and Toby cover the multiple reasons why air travel this Summer is in shambles and continues to struggle. Plus, a trip to China goes horribly wrong as social media unleashes its fury towards the traveling Shein influencers. Also, Costco takes a page out of Netflix's playbook and starts cracking down on shoppers[...]
- Episode 91: Neal and Toby explain why Lordstown Motors has filed for bankruptcy and is suing Foxconn for $170 million. Plus, how the 'Barbie' marketing team has taken over the world with a sea of pink and product collabs. Also, Ryan Seacrest is your new host of 'Wheel of Fortune' after Pat Sajack steps down[...]
- Episode 90: Neal and Toby break down New York City's adoption of a congestion toll that would charge vehicles for driving in Manhattan, and why it could be setting a precedent for other cities around the country. They also explain why a possible weight-loss pill from Eli Lily has investors on Wall Street salivating. Plus,[...]
- Episode 89: Neal and Toby explain what is going on in Russia; who is the Wagner Group and how has the civil unrest in Moscow impacted the global economy? They also break down the not-so-peachy crop crisis happening in Florida and Georgia and why wild weather is to blame and did you know that Elton[...]
- Episode 88: Neal and Toby have the latest on the 'catastrophic implosion' that destroyed the Titan submersible. They also explain why inflation rates continue to rise around the world and how Overstock.com would find any value in purchasing Bed Bath & Beyond's IP for over $20 million. Plus, why Dominoes is up and Disney is[...]
- Episode 87: Did you hear? Mark Zuckerberg has challenged Elon Musk to a cage match brawl. Neal and Toby place their bets. Plus, the FTC sues Amazon over tricking millions of customers into subscribing to Prime. Also, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, visits the US and meets with President Biden and other top[...]
- Episode 86: Toby is back! The guys dive into the search for the missing submersible en route to explore the Titanic shipwreck. They have the latest on 'banging' heard in the ocean and discuss a 2018 lawsuit against the company OceanGate Expeditions. Plus, why there is a boom in homebuilding and how it has impacted[...]
- Episode 85: Neal and Kyle get right back into the swing of things after the long weekend and discuss how Canada's population explosion has kept them in the race for labor. Plus, why UPS workers have voted to strike and how could it impact your packages. Also, a submersible on an expedition to see the[...]
- Episode 84: On this episode of Morning Brew Daily, Katie Gatti Tassin from 'Money With Katie' joins the show and reflects on her journey as a personal finance creator. She also shares her best personal finance advice with Neal and Toby. Her wisdom includes: How to pick a high-yield savings account Is it possible to[...]
- Episode 83: Not Toby set his alarm extra early and has made his return. Welcome back Kyle Hagge! He and Neal get into Cava's monstrous IPO debut after their stock doubled on Thursday. Plus, with Pixar's newest movie "Elemental" coming out, can the studio recover from some of their recent struggles? And President Biden makes[...]
- Episode 82: Toby got up extra early in the Pacific North West coast to join us this morning! We are bi-coastal baby. The guys break down the Federal Reserve finally pausing rate hikes and what it could mean for you. Plus, there's a new top beer in the US and which labor sector will be[...]
- Episode 81: Neal and Toby take a look at the CPI Data and explain why the inflation rate is at the lowest it's been in two years and what that means for you, and eggs. Plus, the retail exodus from San Francisco and the maker of Instant Pot has filed for Chapter 11. Also, how[...]
- Episode 80: Neal and Toby explain why the S&P 500 is absolutely ripping, as it jumps to it's highest level in over a year. Plus, how the youths in Montana are taking charge in the climate change crisis and food delivery workers in New York City just got a raise. Is London the new crypto hub? And finally the pasta[...]
- Episode 79: Neal and Toby explain the drama that has led thousands of Subreddits to go dark on Monday. Plus, how the collapse of a portion of 95 in Philadelphia impacts travel and business and how Netflix subscriber numbers have skyrocketed after their password sharing lockdown. Also, which billionaire has handed over his empire to[...]
- Episode 78: Neal and Toby discuss why GM is adapting their electric vehicles to be able to use Tesla Superchargers and what it means for EV industry standards. Plus N95 masks are in everyone's Amazon carts and why Carvana shares are up and Gamestop fired their CEO. They also get into the money required to[...]
- Episode 77: Neal and Toby discuss the economic fallout from the Canadian wildfire smoke that has stunted the Northeast the past two days. They also break down soccer superstar Lionel Messi's historic deal with MLS team Inter Miami how Apple and Adidas share deals factored into his arrival to the US. Plus, why Martha Stewart[...]
- Episode 76: Neal and Toby discuss the historic billion dollar golf merger between LIV and the PGA that seemingly came out of nowhere on Thursday. How did it happen and what does it mean for the sport and Saudi Arabia's 'sportswashing'? Also, they rip through headlines you should know including why 100 million people were[...]
- Episode 75: Neal and Toby take a look at Apple's new 'Vision Pro' mixed reality headset and explain why the product is so significant for the company. They also dive into the SEC's lawsuit against Binance and what to expect from Linda Yaccarino as she takes over Twitter CEO from Elon Musk. Plus, Toby attempts[...]
- Episode 74: Neal and Toby explain why Saudi Arabia is cutting 1 million barrels of oil a day in a deal with OPEC and what it could mean for gas prices for this summer travel season. They delve into a Hollywood business news roundup from the weekend; including a new deal between directors and and[...]
- Episode 73: Neal and Toby discuss why the latest labor data indicates that 'The Great Resignation' might be over. They also break down Meta's new VR headset and why the company is using all their firepower to take on Apple in the race to be top dog in the virtual reality space. Plus did Aubrey[...]
- Episode 72: Neal and Toby discuss how a almost 30% drop in Bud Light sales revenue may dethrone the beer as the US's top brew. Who is hot on their heels? Plus, what is actually in the Debt Ceiling Deal and how will it impact you and the economy. Also, why the National Eating Disorder[...]
- Episode 71: Neal and Toby are up to break down the biggest headlines ahead of your morning commute! They discuss tech company Nvidia becoming a part of the exclusive trillion dollar market cap club. They also get into why AI researchers are warning against a 'risk of extinction'. Plus Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes finally reports[...]
- Episode 70: Toby and Neal break down the Debt Ceiling Deal that came together over the weekend. They also take a look at a lawyer who had to apologize for using ChatGPT in a lawsuit and why State Farm won't insure homes in California anymore. Plus, how blackjack players lost $1 billion in Vegas last[...]
- Episode 69: On this Memorial Day Special episode of Morning Brew Daily, Toby and Neal take a moment to get to interview one another about their pasts. They discuss where they went to college and their Morning Brew origin stories. Did you know that Toby was the captain of the soccer team at Brown and[...]
- Episode 68: Neal & Toby chat about Elon Musk’s brain implant company receiving FDA approval for human trials. Would you volunteer to go under the knife for Neuralink? Then, after eluding process servers for months, Shaq gets served during an NBA game at the former FTX arena...ironic isn’t it? Next, Starbucks switches its ice cubes[...]
- Episode 67: Neal and Toby recap the fiasco that was Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' official presidential bid on Twitter Spaces. They go over what happened, what were they thinking, and what this could mean for the 2024 election. Then they talk NVIDIA’s track to breaking a stock market record. Meanwhile, Fitch put the US' credit[...]
- Episode 66: Neal and Toby dive into potential game changers in AI: Ex-OpenAI execs receive the largest funding to-date and Adobe's AI-enhanced Photoshop. Then, Netflix's crackdown on password sharing has arrived in the US. Meanwhile, teen mental health reaches emergency situation...a report says social media is to blame. Lastly, a look at the top 100[...]
- Episode 65: Neal and Toby discuss the increasing buzz around potent weight loss drugs with Pfizer's oral version and Ozempic's anti-addiction side effects. Then, Showtime merges with Paramount+, Max absorbs Discovery+, and Disney+ wants to include Hulu. Are we entering the age of streaming mergers? Meanwhile, Western states reach a deal that might stop its[...]
- Episode 64: Neal and Toby break down what would happen if the US defaults. Plus the guys talk about Instagram throwing its hat in the battle of text-based platforms. Then, is the allure of E-Sports starting to fade? A look into the stagnant industry and if it's time to give up on its future. Lastly,[...]
- Episode 63: Neal and Toby get you ready for the weekend as they dive into the latest rift between Disney & DeSantis and why this one is costing the state nearly 2,000 jobs. Plus if ESPN moves to streaming does that mean cable is officially dead? Meanwhile more people than ever are smoking weed while[...]
- Episode 62: Neal and Toby give the latest update on government news with the debt ceiling crisis and Montana's bold ban on TikTok on all devices. Then, Bitcoin 2023 is here! Except...Miami isn't all that excited about it anymore. What can happen in a year, amirite? Meanwhile, Uber reaches out to teenagers and soccer moms.[...]
- Episode 61: Dynamic duo Neal and Toby recap OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman's trip to Congress, asking for AI to be regulated. They'll also cover Tesla's annual shareholder meetings where Elon made some big announcements, including advertising for the first time. Then, Taco Bell's crusade to free "Taco Tuesday" and available to all. Lastly, the latest[...]
- Episode 60: The prodigal son returns...Toby is back! Neal and Toby reunite to talk about the record-high consumer debt hurting Americans. Plus, this company wants to give you a free TV in exchange for constant ads. The question is: would you take the deal? Then, the IRS is testing out its own e-filing system. Finally, Martha[...]
- Episode 59: Kyle is back for one more round! Neal and Kyle dive into why Vice Media became the latest major media flameout and what it means for the news industry. Plus the guys wrap up some big headlines around the world from Turkey's Presidential election to why Eurovision is big business. Meanwhile we'll get[...]
- Episode 58: We kick off Friday with Kyle Hagge! Neal and Kyle discuss Elon Musk's announcement that Twitter has found a new CEO. They also dive into the latest Peloton drama where the company has recalled over 2 million bikes; not good if you're a stockholder! Plus, why workers are happier than ever and who[...]
- Episode 57: Welcome back Kyle Hagge! Neal and Kyle dive into Google's I/O presentation yesterday, and of course the tech giant is very high on AI. Plus, are the guys bullish on an $1,800 foldable phone? They also break down the latest earnings including losses from Disney and... Topgolf? Plus Wendy's introduces an AI drive-thru[...]
- Episode 56: Kelsey Sutton has returned! She and Neal get into the latest news out of DC, including the inflation report that fell below expectations and why McCarthy and Biden couldn't agree on a Debt Ceiling deal. Plus, Tucker Carlson is launch a new show on twitter; will this be good or bad for the[...]
- Episode 55: Kyle returns as Toby continues his European adventure! Kyle and Neal explain why Airlines may be on the hook for compensating you for delays and cancellations. Plus, why the Weather Channel is America's most trusted media outlet and why iPad tipping culture is causing quite the stir. Neal and Kyle also debate if[...]
- Episode 54: Kyle Hagge is here! Kyle and Neal break down Warren Buffett's comments at the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting; including his thoughts on the regional bank crisis and why Apple is the perfect company. Oh to be in Omaha. Plus, the controversy at the Kentucky Derby this past weekend and why a certain[...]
- Episode 53: Kelsey Sutton is here! Kelsey and Neal break down the latest jobs report which was stellar, and they explain why Americans are nervous about keeping their money in banks. The economy has never been more confusing. Plus, this week's earnings roundup and if King Charle's coronation will be good or bad for the[...]
- Episode 52: Neal and Toby discuss the Federal Reserves decision to raise interest rates by a quarter point and what it could mean for the future of the banking sector. Plus, AirBNB goes all-in on single room rentals and New York is out on gas stoves. Neal gets into the spirit of May the 4th[...]
- Episode 52: Neal and Toby discuss the future of regional banks amidst the failure of First Republic and stock free fall of Western Alliance and PacWest. They also breakdown the Hindenburg report on Icahn Enterprises that erased a fifth of the company's value. Plus, why Pornhub blocked access to it's site in Utah and why[...]
- Episode 51: Neal and Toby discuss the impact the Hollywood writers strike will have on the movie, television and streaming industries. They also explain why environmental groups are suing the FAA over the failed SpaceX Starship launch. And why is the 'Godfather' of AI is leaving Google? Plus, the NYPD is telling people to put Apple[...]
- Episode 50: Neal and Toby dive into JPMorgan's acquisition of First Republic Bank and what it means for the banking crisis. Plus I bet you randomly heard about an app called Bluesky this weekend, but what is it and why is it feel kinda like Twitter? Meanwhile ChatGPT is invading the workplace from boosting employee[...]
- Episode 49: Neal and Toby are looking to break their own world record for fastest earnings coverage. This time they're hitting Amazon all the way to Crocs. Also its a 'worst of both worlds' scenario as the US economy is seeing high inflation and a GDP slowdown. Meanwhile Eli Lilly is about to throw their[...]
- Episode 48: Neal and Toby dive deep into Meta's strong sales quarter and break down why Zuck thinks AI deserves some of the credit. Meanwhile Disney is suing DeSantis claiming his political antics are bad for business. The guys also break down what Congress's latest bill means for the Debt Ceiling battle with President Biden[...]
- Episode 47: Neal and Toby rip through a huge week so far in earnings reports. Microsoft, Alphabet, McDonalds, Spotify; who isn't reporting? They share their biggest takeaways and what it could mean for you. Plus the UK blocked the $75 billion deal between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard. Also why Millennials are just too tired to[...]
- Episode 46: Toby and Neal discuss how Tucker Carlson's departure from Fox led to over a $500 million stock loss. They also discuss LVMH's rise to a $500 billion valuation and how the family behind the company may reflect one of the top shows on television right now. Plus, First Republic bank lost over $100[...]
- Episode 45: Neal and Toby explore the painful path that led to retail giant Bed Bath & Beyond to file for bankruptcy protection this past weekend. They also take a look at Twitter's verification process and why some celebrities are verified without even subscribing to Twitter Blue. Plus, Bud Light places two execs on leave[...]
- Episode 44: Neal and Toby explore the path that led Buzzfeed to make the decision to shut down their news division. And on Thursday SpaceX launched their Starship rocket, and even though it exploded about 4 minutes into it's flight path the mission was still considered a success. Plus, Ikea's $2 billion American Investment. And finally how[...]
- Episode 43: Neal and Toby break down the latest earnings from Tesla and explain what they mean for the company moving forward. Also, Facebook might actually owe you money. Here's how to make your claim in the $725 million lawsuit. Plus, the CEO that told her employees to leave 'pity city' and why Taylor Swift[...]
- Episode 42: Neal and Toby discuss the winners and losers of the historic $787.5 million settlement between Fox and Dominion over election fraud claims. Also, Apple opens their first store in India and Netflix reports less than impressive earnings. Linktree takes on Instagram and what EV can you buy to qualify for a tax credit?[...]
- Episode 41: Neal and Toby discuss Apples brand new savings account and delve into the tech giants partnership with Goldman Sachs. Speaking of Goldman Sachs, we delve into the earnings reports of them and Bank of America from Tuesday morning. Plus, writers in Hollywood are preparing to strike and the maker of Angry Birds is[...]
- Episode 40: Neal and Toby break down how SpaceX will attempt to launch Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built. They also discuss Charles Schwab's latest earning reports and how they lost $41 billion in deposits over the first 3 months of 2023. They also break down Google's race to beat Microsoft in AI after[...]
- Episode 39: Neal and Toby take a look at all of the bank earning reports that came out on Friday morning, and it looks like they are doing just fine. Plus, Josh Harris and Magic Johnson put a team together to buy the NFL's Washington Commanders for a record $6 billion. And what is Auto-GPT?[...]
- Episode 38: Neal and Toby discuss the EPA's latest emission rules and why the agency is pushing hard for electric vehicles to hit the road. Plus, why NPR is leaving twitter. And jury selection is set to begin in the Fox-Dominion billion dollar lawsuit. HBO Max is just max now, and Walmart hates Chicago? Also,[...]
- Episode 37: Neal and Toby break down the latest CPI Data released on Wednesday Morning. Also, Elon has revealed his latest plan for Twitter - which might be an entire new company? And Warren Buffett explains why bank depositors should relax. Oh, and pack your bags because travel to Europe is the new wave. Plus,[...]
- Episode 36: Neal and Toby discuss hundreds of pharmaceutical CEOs signing a letter calling for a reversal of the abortion pill ban ruling made by a Texas judge. They also explain why Tupperware may be in trouble as their stock takes a tumble. Plus, how FTX completely mismanaged funds and why Bitcoin is over $30k[...]
- Episode 35: Neal and Toby take a look at the leaked US classified documents that hit social media over the weekend. They also discuss the opposing rulings from two judges over the weekend on the FDA approval of an abortion pill. Plus, Tesla is opening a mega-pack battery factory in Shanghai, and can ChatGPT be[...]
- Episode 34: Neal and Toby breakdown the latest Jobs report data released on Friday morning. What does it mean and how will the markets react when they open on Monday? Plus, the latest on the lawsuit saga between Chipotle and Sweetgreen. And Why Vince McMahon has never been better and Snoop Dogg might be.... the[...]
- Episode 33: Neal and Toby dive into the latest Twitter naming NPR a state-affiliated media source. They also discuss McDonald's layoffs and why Chipotle filed a lawsuit against Sweetgreen in a battle of burrito bowls. Plus, Neal's Numbers - which if you have any fancy kitchen appliances, you may wanna take a look at your[...]
- Episode 32: Neal and Toby explain the business fraud charges against Donald Trump, and why they are felonies. They also discuss a former startup founder of a college financial planning site being charged with... Fraud. Plus, Jamie Dimon's warning of a possible banking crisis and if we should take those words to heart. And Google[...]
- Episode 31: Neal and Toby discuss Donald Trump's historic arraignment in Manhattan on Tuesday. They also break down NASA's announcement of the astronauts that will participate in the Artemis 2 mission around the moon. Plus, Paris bans e-scooters and Dodgecoin investors are coming after Elon Musk. And have you heard of dating a virtual boyfriend...[...]
- Episode 30: Neal and Toby discuss the billion dollar merger bringing UFC and WWE together under one company and one awesome ticker symbol $TKO, because of course. They also discuss the latest details around the detainment of the WSJ Journalist that was arrested in Russia. Plus the latest drama around paid twitter verification. And Duolingo[...]
- Episode 29: Neal and Toby break down the historic indictment against former President Donald Trump. They explain what it means, and what could come next in his arraignment. They also discuss how Disney restructured their district before Ron Desantis had authorities come in and take over power. Plus - why are millionaires in LA in[...]
- Episode 28: Neal and Toby discuss the letter penned by Elon Musk and other tech giants calling for a pause on AI developments and experiments. They also breakdown why things got spicy between Sen. Bernie Sanders and the Starbucks CEO. Plus Disney and Microsoft are out on the Metaverse, what does that mean? Neal shares[...]
- Episode 27: Neal and Toby recap the Congressional hearings of SVB and Signature Bank on Capitol Hill on Tuesday and how it will impact the banking sector moving forward. Plus, Apple is finally letting you pay late. And which jobs are most prone to AI taking over? And if you're hungry - there's a startup[...]
- Episode 26: Neal and Toby discuss the drippy Pope image that has taken the internet by storm... but it's actually just AI. And the guy who made it was on shrooms? Plus the war on crypto continues as Binance faces a lawsuit from the CTFC. Uber Eats cracks down on virtual restaurants. And TikTok is[...]
- Episode 25: Neal and Toby break down First Citizen's acquisition of a large chunk of Silicon Valley Bank and what it means for the banking ecosystem. They also discuss the political crisis and protests in Israel and what it means for the economy. And twitter is now less than half of what Elon purchased it[...]
- Episode 24: Neal and Toby take a look at TikTok CEO's Shou Chew's testimony before Congress yesterday and why lawmakers still have major concerns over the app's security. Also, Hindenberg's report on Block and CashApp has sent the company into a tailspin. And why is Apple investing billions in movies? Plus the stock of the[...]
- Episode 23: Neal and Toby discuss the Fed raising interest rates but signaling it could be stopping soon. Plus TikTok’s CEO heads to Capitol Hill and why SCOTUS is hearing a Jack Daniel’s poop case. And the latest celebrity crypto settlement and why Taylor Swift is…. even richer. Learn more about our sponsor, Fidelity: https://fidelity.com/stocksbytheslice[...]
- Episode 22: Neal and Toby discuss Google's rollout of 'Bard', the AI software set to compete with Microsoft's ChatGPT. They also preview the pivotal Fed meeting as banks look to stabilize. Also, hosing prices fall for first time in 11 years. And get ready, White Claw is getting into the liquor business. By the way,[...]
- Episode 21: Neal and Toby discuss why President Biden vetoed a retirement investment resolution bill. They also dive into Amazon's latest round of layoffs and what the UN is saying about the latest climate change report. Plus what is HustleGPT and how can it help you become the next great entrepreneur. And let's debate; would[...]
- Episode 20: Neal and Toby explain the deal that led to UBS taking over Credit Suisse for over $3 billion. Calm down global markets! They also take a look at the latest banking news in the U.S. including First Republic's stock struggles, and why Warren Buffett may be getting involved. Also a bed of seaweed[...]
- Episode 19: Marketing Brew senior reporter Kelsey Sutton is in for Toby! Kelsey and Neal discuss the protests in France over President Macron's efforts to raise the retirement age and take a look at what OpenAI can do for Microsoft Word and Excel. They also share their stock of the week and dog of the[...]
- Episode 18: Neal and Toby break down why Credit Suisse is on the rebound. They also discuss why the U.S. is advocating for the sale of TikTok and why Ryan Reynolds is one of the most successful celebrity entrepreneurs. Plus, the economics of March Madness, and NASA's nifty new spacesuits. Oh also they reveal the Greatest[...]
- Episode 17: Neal and Toby explain why ChatGPT may soon be a better test-taker than the average human. Also Meta is laying off another 10,000 people - how did they get there? Plus the latest on the SVB fallout, tumultuous train situations across the country, and why a man is suing Buffalo Wild Wings over...[...]
- Episode 16: Neal and Toby explain how the Silicon Valley Bank disaster is impacting regional banks, and what it could mean for the future of Crypto. Plus, President Biden approves a controversial Alaska oil drilling project. The guys also break down the latest inflation data and why Meta is out on NFTs. Plus, is Samsung[...]
- Episode 15: Neal and Toby take a deep dive into what happened with Silicon Valley Bank over the weekend. They dissect the timeline, the discourse around it and what this could mean for the future of the financial system and other Banks. Plus, Oscars recap and what we are watching for this week. Learn more[...]
- Episode 14: Neal and Toby explain why banks are losing billions after the stumble of SVB financial group. They also take a look at President Biden's budget proposal and what it could mean for the wealthy and corporations. And the Czech baseball team shares how they are preparing for the World Baseball Classic while also[...]
- Episode 13: Neal and Toby take a look at why Adidas is warning of their first annual loss in over 30 years after their billion dollar fallout with Yeezy. They also discuss why the WWE is looking to legalize gambling on scripted matches. Plus, what's the breakdown of the Fox News and Dominion lawsuit. And[...]
- Episode 12: Neal and Toby take a look at the economics behind Mexican medical tourism after two Americans were killed in a Cartel mix up after traveling to the country for a plastic surgery procedure. Also they breakdown why the DOJ wants to block JetBlue's takeover of Spirit airlines. And, hate talking to your co-workers?[...]
- Episode 11: Neal and Toby discuss California cutting ties with Walgreens over the pharmacy's position on abortion pills. They also get into the implications of EV bike fires and why the Swiss are putting their foot down on what can be considered their native chocolate. And what is "body doubling" and why it could help[...]
- Episode 10: Neal and Toby discuss the economic strategy that companies are taking pushing higher end products to maintain profits. They also dig into Amazon pausing construction on their new headquarters in Virginia, and why college students aren't completely sold on ChatGPT just yet. Also what happened with HQ Trivia? Learn more about our sponsor,[...]
- Episode 9: Neal and Toby break down why you have to make more money than ever to own a home. Good luck millennials! Also what The Last of Us and Jack Daniel's have in common. Plus the NFLPA released report cards for every single team. And yes, F- is a real grade. And why Salesforce[...]
- Episode 8: Neal and Toby discuss why Elon's Master plan fell flat at Investor Day. They'll examine TikTok's new time limit for teens and why Eli Lilly is slashing insulin prices. Neal tells us why stick-shift is back and in the canned cocktail world - a merging of powers; Tequila and High Noons. Learn more[...]
- Episode 7: Neal and Toby discuss the consumer product drama surrounding Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon. Also why vapes might be getting more expensive, and how President Biden is taking some excess profits from chipmakers in the US. Plus the case for a lunar timezone, and who would ever order the same thing as your[...]
- Episode 6: Toby and Neal break down the Supreme Court hearing arguments over Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness plan on Tuesday. They also explain why burnout is causing millions of Americans to turn to part-time work. And what is happening to the Disney District? Plus, Toby explains the latest TikTok trend to Neal and why he’s[...]
- Episode 5: Neal and Toby explain the report that the Covid-19 outbreak may have been caused by lab leak in China. Warren Buffett released his annual shareholder letter over the weekend and defended stock buybacks. While over in the tech world Elon Musk lays off at least 200 Twitter employees and Nokia announces a logo[...]
- Episode 4: On the one year anniversary of the war in Ukraine Neal and Toby take a look back at the most staggering moments and global economic impact. Also, Jeff Bezos has hired a firm to explore a possible bid for the Commanders. The guys also share their winning stock and dog of the week, and[...]
- Episode 3: Neal and Toby discuss the Ozempic shortage - the drug that diabetics need, but dieters are using. Also blizzard warnings in LA and record heat in DC, what is happening??? The guys also dive into Spotify's new AI DJ, and why Bill Gates is investing over $900 million in beer. Plus why is[...]
- Episode 2: Neal and Toby take a look at the Supreme Court's case that could change the future of the internet. We'll also dive into a study on why 4-day workweeks actually work. Plus ChatGPT can write books now? And Neal even surprises Toby with some of his favorite numbers from his ridiculous consumption of[...]
- On this episode of Morning Brew Daily, Neal and Toby discuss Putins's nuclear announcement and President Biden’s surprise trip to Kyiv. They also dive into Home Depot spending over $1 billion to raise wages for workers and why Meta is joining Twitter in paid verification. Also what is going on with the ice coverage in[...]
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