Fed Funding Freeze Causes Chaos & Indie Book Site Takes On Amazon

Episode 408: Neal and Toby examine the latest AI scam that duped the music industry of a whopping $10 million over 7 years. Then, the inflation rate hits the lowest since early 2021, which points all signs towards an incoming rate cut. Next, Campbell’s Soup drops the “soup” from its name because it’s branching out beyond its iconic tin can. Plus, Neal shows his favorite numbers from Raygun, the pandemic’s effect on teenage brains, and spacewalking. Lastly, Michael Jordan’s mansion is filled with invaluable collectibles from the basketball legend…and that’s why he can’t sell it. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day, share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Bluey is Top Dog 02:30 - AI Music Scam  07:50 - Inflation Report  12:30 - Campbell’s Soup No More 17:00 - Neal’s Numbers 24:00 - Michael Jordan’s House  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Sep 202430min

Episode 407: Neal and Toby recap the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and what experts are saying about their economic policies. Then the big banks take on the Federal Reserve and Volkswagen comes face to face with manufacturing struggles in Germany. Next up the guys look at the new CEO's taking over at Starbucks and Red Lobster and if they can turn the coffee and seafood ships around. Finally, the viral 9-month cruise finally comes to an end. Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Remembering 9/11 02:30 - Presidential Debate on Economics 08:45 - Big banks vs The Fed  12:15 - Volkswagon woes  16:20 - Starbucks and Red Lobster overhaul  22:10 - 9-month Cruise ends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Sep 202428min

Episode 406: Neal and Toby recap the “glowtime” event held by Apple showcasing their latest line of devices including the new iPhone 16 which has been dipped in AI. Then, the DOJ isn’t done with Google just yet as it starts its 2nd antitrust case against the tech company’s massive search business. Next, economist Mario Draghi has some harsh realities for the EU if it wants to keep up with the rest of the world. Meanwhile, cars are getting bigger, heavier, and…more dangerous. Plus, this startup claims its AI can detect lies much better than the old-fashioned polygraph test, and over Zoom. Lastly, Tom Brady is stepping back onto the football field…to get to the broadcast booth as he makes his commentator debut. And it’s been…just OK.  Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs 00:00 - Iconic actor James Earl Jones dies at 93 3:00 - Apple hopes iPhone 16 crushes 8:00 - Google faces another antitrust case 12:00 - Economist thinks the EU could use a boost 17:00 - Bigger cars are causing bigger problems 21:20 - Toby’s Trends: AI lie detectors 25:15 - Tom Brady’s broadcast debut Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  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

10 Sep 202430min

Episode 405: Neal and Toby discuss the whisperings of the US government working on a sovereign wealth fund to invest in national security projects. An idea that both Trump and Biden are warming up to. Then, last Friday’s jobs report gives closer assurance of a Fed rate cut, but has spooked investors as Wall Street has another rough week. Next, OnlyFans’ quiet success has made tons of money for its majority stake owner. What has been the key to their success? Also, Selena Gomez is a billionaire and American drivers are happy about low gas prices. Lastly, what to know in the coming week ahead. Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  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

9 Sep 202428min

Episode 404: Neal and Toby preview the upcoming jobs report that could shed some light on the direction of employment in the US, and the size of the Fed’s rate cut. Then, the Trump and Harris campaigns are focusing on corporate America with plans that have different strategies. Next, the Boeing Starliner is returning to Earth, finally! Except with no crew. Meanwhile, the organization behind National Novel Writing Month is being roasted online for not opposing AI. Meanwhile, a new survey shows teens are cutting back on vaping. Lastly, Fyre Fest 2 is coming…but no one knows when, where, and how. Seems to be going well so far.  Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Intro 02:40 - Jobs Report Preview  07:40 - Presidential Economic Plans  12:30 - Starliner returns sans Astronauts  17:45 - NaNoWriMo in Disarray 21:15 - Teens aren’t vaping  24:45 - Fyre Fest II  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Sep 202430min

Episode 403: Neal and Toby discuss the US government potentially blocking Japanese steel company Nippon from acquiring US Steel, who is in desperate need of a bail out as it nears moving its Pennsylvania plant and letting workers go. Then, Nvidia has been dominating the AI industry so much that it’s caught the attention of the DOJ, which has them thinking maybe…there might be some monopolistic malfeasance at-play. Uh oh. Also, Topgolf, the once popular casual golfing venue, is splitting away from Callaway after slumping sales in the last fore! quarters. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from ‘Game of Thrones,’ Caltech’s STEM program, and the US Open. Lastly, the J.Crew catalog is back, baby.  Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - The new 9-5 03:35 - US Steel Merger in Peril  07:30 - Nvidia vs DOJ 12:30 - Callaway splitting from TopGolf 16:30 - Neal’s Numbers 23:15 - J. Crew Catalog is back  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Sep 202430min

Episode 402: Neal and Toby try to figure out why the stock market historically slumps in September. Will this year be any different? Then, the latest trend out of Silicon Valley has everyone talking about “founder mode,” and why it goes against “manager mode.” Also, the wine industry is drying up with major wine producers selling off brands as people aren’t pouring their favorite red or white anymore. Meanwhile, Toby looks at the trend of solo dining across America. Next, a viral TikTok trend has people thinking they could get “free” cash from ATMs, when they’re really committing a crime. Don’t try this at home, kids. Lastly, Spain’s hottest dating spot is now the…supermarket?? Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Top 50 cereals of all-time 3:30 - September stocks sorta stinks 8:00 - What’s up with “founder mode”? 12:20 - Wine industry is drying up 17:20 - Toby’s trends: solo dining 21:30 - Viral ATM trend gone wrong 24:30 - Spanish dating in the supermarket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Sep 202428min

Episode 401: Neal and Toby discuss Brazil’s Supreme Court upholding its ban of X in the country and how it’s caused millions of fans to find a new place to post their thoughts. Then, the hotel industry is shaken up by a massive strike that occurs during one of the busiest weekends of the year. Next, fans looking to score tickets to Oasis’ reunion tour are running into trouble on Ticketmaster…Déjà vu? Also, the carriage fee dispute between DirecTV and Disney hits a boiling point as programs go dark for many viewers. Meanwhile, does the US have a penny problem? Lastly, the biggest news you need to know in the week ahead.  Visit https://www.massmutual.com/ for all your financial planning needs Get your Morning Brew Daily T-Shirt HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-radio-t-shirt?_pos=1&_sid=6b0bc409d&_ss=r&variant=45353879044316  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Intro 02:20 - ‘X’ banned in Brazil  08:00 - Hotel Strike  11:20 - Carriage Conflict  16:30 - Oasis vs Ticketmaster 21:00 - Penny Value  24:20 - Week Ahead  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Sep 202428min