Episode 476: Neal and Toby discuss another overhaul project that may be on the Trump agenda during his second term – the United States Postal Service. Then, Germany seems to be on the brink of economic collapse as it continues to trend downwards, concerning world economies. Also, SoftBank’s CEO Masoyoshi Son pledges a $100B investment in AI jobs in the US. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the rise and continued rise of puritan-names. Lastly, biggest headline news you need to know. Build your Range Rover...
Dec 17, 2024•29 min•Ep 476•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 475: Neal and Toby explain how CEOs from the biggest tech companies are trying to woo Donald Trump ahead of his presidency. Next up, how Broadcom road semiconductors all the way to $1 trillion. Then government officials sound off against the drones that have been flying around the northeast. Hot Wheels and those who hate daylight saving time are our winners or the weekend, and finally a look at the week ahead. Build your Range Rover Sport at landroverusa.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Dai...
Dec 16, 2024•29 min•Ep 475•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 474: Neal and Toby dive into a labor dispute that could change the landscape of reality TV shows, and at the center of it all: Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind.’ Then, BuzzFeed sells off its wildly popular show ‘Hot Ones’ for a massive $82M deal. Also, people are scared, nervous, concerned, and confused about drones flying over the tri-state area as government officials have no idea where they’re coming from. Meanwhile, the Stock of the Week is Google’s AI agent, while the Dog of the Week are he...
Dec 13, 2024•31 min•Ep 474•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 473: Neal recaps the latest inflation report, which ticked up just so slightly – but didn’t cause any panic. Then, FIFA announced the next countries to host the World Cup and in 2034, the choice of Saudi Arabia has raised a lot of eyebrows. Plus, Elon Musk becomes the first person to reach $400B net worth. Also, Neal shares his favorite numbers on Americans moving, Juan Soto’s contract, and a traveling humpback whale. Lastly, headline news you can use to end your day. Visit https://www.s...
Dec 12, 2024•27 min•Ep 473•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 472: Neal and Toby discuss the wave of merchandise that is popping up everywhere on marketplace platforms such as Etsy, eBay, TikTok Shop, and Amazon, and why these retailers are needing to take them down. Then, it’s been one year since President Javier Milei pledged to overhaul Argentina’s government spending and it has come with some surprising results – both good and bad. Plus, shoppers on Amazon can now add a Hyundai car to their cart. Meanwhile, a new study shows a growing number of...
Dec 11, 2024•32 min•Ep 472•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 471: Neal and Toby chat about the mega-merger to create the largest ad agency in the world as the industry contends with AI and social media platforms to stay alive. Then, Nvidia is hit with a probe from China, alleging breaking anti-monopoly laws as the US-China trade wars heat up. Also, Google unveils its new quantum chip capable of solving problems that even the most advanced supercomputers can’t do in minutes. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the latest trend of professional back scratcher...
Dec 10, 2024•31 min•Ep 471•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 470: Neal and Toby recap the weekend with an update from an appeals court that upheld a law that could make TikTok’s ban become a reality in January. Then, a regime is toppled in Syria after years of unrest. Also, a surge of job growth in November, and Trump says he has no plans to oust Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift’s epic Eras Tour makes its final stop in Vancouver, British Columbia. Plus, the College Football Playoffs begin and Japan and the UK are experimenting with...
Dec 09, 2024•29 min•Ep 470•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 469: Neal and Toby discuss Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s visit to Congress, otherwise known as DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency, as they pitch their ideas to cut excess government spending. Then, Guinness is the hottest beer on the market right now and loyal fans are concerned it may cause a shortage during the holiday season for the beloved stout. Also, the famed Notre Dame Cathedral will officially reopen this weekend after the mysterious devastating fire in 2019. Meanwh...
Dec 06, 2024•31 min•Ep 469•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 468: Neal and Toby talk about the shocking news of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson fatally shot in front of his hotel during the company’s annual investor conference. Then, Trump names Paul Atkins as the new SEC chair signaling a much more friendly environment for the crypto industry. Also, Spotify releases its annual Wrapped feature to highlight the top music, podcasts, and audiobooks from the year. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on certain last names getting worse grades, ...
Dec 05, 2024•33 min•Ep 468•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 467: Neal and Toby bring news from around the world starting with the fallout of South Korea’s President declaring martial law, then lifting it less than 24 hours later. And, China hits back against the US’ chip crackdown. Then, French lawmakers could force its prime minister to resign. Meanwhile, Wall Street is investing billions of dollars into private credit as it looks to bring it to the masses. Plus, ChatGPT may have all the answers on the Internet, but it can’t bring itself to reco...
Dec 04, 2024•31 min•Ep 467•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 466: Neal and Toby discuss the exit of Intel’s CEO Pat Gelsinger after 3 tumultuous years of falling behind in the chip race. Then, TikTok is inching closer to Amazon as a legitimate contender in the e-commerce space as it rakes in $100M during Black Friday. Plus, the US Supreme Court is stepping in to see if the FDA has been wrongfully denying applications for approval for vape products. Meanwhile, rising bible sales is this week’s Toby’s Trends. Lastly, the biggest news you need to kno...
Dec 03, 2024•32 min•Ep 466•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 465: Neal and Toby recap the long holiday weekend with Black Friday sales reaching $10.8B thanks to online shopping. Then, Australia became the first country to fully ban social media for children under the age of 16. Next, Trump issues a warning to BRICS nations if they don’t commit to the US dollar. Plus, Coffee futures reach a new high. Meanwhile, the buyer of the $6.2M banana wants to buy more bananas, but the kind gesture lands with a thud. Also, the stock market and “Moana 2” are t...
Dec 02, 2024•31 min•Ep 465•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 464: Neal and Toby sit down with Kevin O'Leary, AKA Mr. Wonderful from the hit show 'Shark Tank'. Kevin shares his thoughts on the economy, the future of AI, how Shark Tank came to be and why it's so important to have hobbies outside of your job. Enjoy your shopping today! Download the Yahoo! Finance App (on the Play and App store) for real-time alerts on news and insights tailored to your portfolio and stock watchlists. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to st...
Nov 29, 2024•30 min•Ep 464•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 463: Happy Thanksgiving! Neal and Toby celebrate the occasion with a deep dive into Thanksgiving, looking at the biggest holiday trends, travel patterns, the historic parade and the history of the Turkey Trot. Make a plate and pull up a chair! Download the Yahoo! Finance App (on the Play and App store) for real-time alerts on news and insights tailored to your portfolio and stock watchlists. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show w...
Nov 28, 2024•28 min•Ep 463•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 462: Neal and Toby examine what Trump’s broad tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada could mean for everyday goods for millions of Americans. Then, the Biden administration is proposing to expand medicare and medicaid to foot the bill for popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and more. Plus, Drake is accusing his record label, Universal Music Group, for boosting airplay of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on airline junk fees, AI tools in t...
Nov 27, 2024•32 min•Ep 462•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 461: Neal and Toby chat about the damage control Macy’s is having to do after finding out an employee hid $154M in delivery expense from its books, right before its earnings call. Then, California Governor Gavin Newsom offers a tax credit to counteract the possible repeal of a federal tax credit for EVs by the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the trend of basic coding becoming less popular, and now it’s all about AI coding. Lastly, the biggest headlines to know to end your ...
Nov 26, 2024•33 min•Ep 461•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 460: Neal and Toby explain why President-Elect Donald Trump chose former Hedge Fund Manager Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary and what it means for the federal government's finance department. Next up, why was Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani was charged in a US bribery case, and the battery startup that lost $15 billion that could hinder EV progression in Europe. Then the winners of the weekend are box office hits 'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II', and then the game of Chess. Finally a look...
Nov 25, 2024•29 min•Ep 460•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 459: Neal and Toby preview the much-anticipated openings of ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’, duly named ‘Glicked,’ and chat if it's able to capture the same magic as 2023’s ‘Barbenheimer.’ Then, there’s been a mass exodus of users from X since the election and Bluesky has been the main beneficiary. But…can it handle the influx of traffic? Also, it turns out the widely popular mobile game Pokémon Go has been collecting player data to train its AI model to navigate the real world. Meanwhile, M...
Nov 22, 2024•31 min•Ep 459•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 458: Neal and Toby chat about Comcast dropping $7B worth of its cable networks damaged by the streaming business. Then, the Justice Department asks a judge to order Google to divest its Chrome business. Next, Target shares plummet double-digits from its latest earnings report, failing to attract enough spending on its private-label goods. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from a single banana, Milan, and dogs’ favorite toy, Lamb Chop. Lastly, the biggest headlines to end your d...
Nov 21, 2024•32 min•Ep 458•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 457: Neal and Toby recap Walmart’s latest earnings report that shows the retail giant is in a very healthy spot heading into the holiday season. Then, private equity firm Blackstone acquired a majority stake in Jersey Mike’s Subs that could make the sandwich chain the new sandwich leader. Next, Jaguar reveals a brand new set of logos and designs, signaling its move to ultra-luxury in the electric vehicle segment. Is this the right move? Meanwhile, Northwestern unveils a brand new stadium...
Nov 20, 2024•29 min•Ep 453•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 456: Neal and Toby are back! They chat about Spirit Airlines filing for bankruptcy after years of its struggling business. Then, Trump hires his new chair of the FCC, Brendan Carr, who is a big proponent of Elon Musk, but a big opponent of Big Tech. Next, a Pew report shows 1 in 5 adults get their news from social media influencers as the trust in legacy media wanes. Meanwhile, dermatology is becoming the new ‘it’ job in the medical industry. Lastly, the biggest headlines to close out yo...
Nov 19, 2024•30 min•Ep 456•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 455: Toby and Kyle recap the big fight over the weekend – not the one with Jake Paul & Mike Tyson – but with viewers and Netflix as people took to social media to express their frustration of the glitchy broadcast. Then, some dissension between Trump and Musk over who should be the next US Treasury Secretary. Next, a settlement between Warner Bros. Discovery and the NBA is reached to keep content on its platform, including the hit show “Inside the NBA”. Meanwhile, AI transparency and spa...
Nov 18, 2024•29 min•Ep 455•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 454: Whoa! It’s Ann and Kyle! They talk about Meta’s antitrust court case where the FTC wants to break up Instagram and WhatsApp from the social media giant. Then, Disney is the Stock of the Week after reporting strong earnings to its streaming business with the help from its parks and studio divisions. Is Bob Iger the GOAT? Meanwhile, electric vehicles are the Dog(s) of the Week after the Trump administration aims to kill Biden’s EV tax credit. Plus, the satirical news publication The O...
Nov 15, 2024•31 min•Ep 454•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 453: Neal and Kyle discuss the selling of food delivery app Grubhub for a massive $6.5B loss and why former Walmart exec Marc Lore may be interested in acquiring it. Then, as some users delete their X accounts and move to other platforms, some brands are flirting to get back with X. Also, NYC approves a bill that will end broker fees that have been a burden for many renters. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers including, Amazon’s discount store, NFL bettors beating DraftKings, an...
Nov 14, 2024•30 min•Ep 453•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 452: Neal and Toby chat about the return of Wall Street’s big bonus-time after its 2 year drought of shrinking payouts. Then, Activist investor Elliott Management has taken a massive stake in Honeywell and is calling the company to break itself apart. Plus, the CEO of Saudi Arabia’s Neom has suddenly left, which marks another setback for the anticipated ‘city of the future’. Meanwhile, Amazon is also getting into the smart glasses game, this time looking to supply its delivery drivers to...
Nov 13, 2024•31 min•Ep 452•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 451: Neal and Toby discuss Trump’s plan to mass deport millions of immigrants, which has economists concerned such an exodus may hurt the economy. Then, the COP29 climate summit kicks off and nations question the US commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Next, Mattel is doing damage-control after it mistakenly printed a link to a porn site onto its dolls for the upcoming film ‘Wicked’. Meanwhile, Chegg, the once popular online education site, is hoping it’s business doesn’t bec...
Nov 12, 2024•32 min•Ep 451•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 450: Neal and Toby explain why the Crypto world is soaring off of Donald Trump's presidential election win. Plus, what the incoming administration means for the business of sports. Next up, Barnes and Noble is opening 60 stores across the country. Then the winners of the weekend which include grammy nominations and NYC congestion pricing. Finally a look at the week ahead. 00:00 - Veterans Day 02:50 - Bitcoin Policy 07:50 - Sports World under Trump 11:50 - Barnes & Noble Opening 60 Stores...
Nov 11, 2024•30 min•Ep 450•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 449: Neal and Toby recap the Fed meeting through the lens of an incoming Trump presidency and whether Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s goal remains the same. Then, while the inflation rate has gone down, mortgage and borrowing rates continue to climb…what’s the deal?? Next, a recap of how the world economies are reacting to the election and Trump’s proposed plan of broad-based tariffs. Meanwhile, the Stock of the Week is the private prison business and Dog of the Week are US retailers. Lastly, ...
Nov 08, 2024•30 min•Ep 449•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 448: Neal and Toby continue discussing the aftermath of Trump’s return trip to the White House, starting with Elon Musk, who just got a generous wealth bump after Tesla stocks jumped. Then, Harris calls Trump to concede, more stock market reactions, the latest on the House, and how polls got it wrong. Next, M&As may be getting a resurgence after Trump vowed to remove regulatory red tape under his administration. Plus, it’s Neal’s Numbers on economy as the No. 1 issue, Polymarket payout, ...
Nov 07, 2024•29 min•Ep 448•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 447: Neal and Toby recap market reactions from Trump’s 2024 presidential victory, including Trump Trades soaring, Tesla and bank stocks surging from a boost of potential deregulations. Also, is the clean energy business in jeopardy? Meanwhile, the global wellness industry reaches a record high of $6.3T thanks to its very broad definition of “wellness”. Next, Walmart rolls out new tech that can unlock security cases for items using the cellphone. Lastly, other headlines including Palantir...
Nov 06, 2024•29 min•Ep 477•Transcript available on Metacast 
