Wall St. Thirsts For Tariff Refunds & AI ‘Workslop’ Costs Millions
Episode 678: Neal and Toby talk about why some Wall St. firms are hoping the Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs which could lead to a massive influx of refunds. Then, AI was meant to increase productivity when, actually, it causes more work than necessary. Also, China takes its soy-buying business from the US to Argentina, causing some pain to US farmers. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on an Instagram milestone, Broadway musicals, and the Ryder Cup. You can try reMarkable Paper Pro Move for 100 days for free. If it’s not what you’re looking for, get your money back. Get your paper tablet at https://www.remarkable.com today Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Sep 30min
Cyberattacks Rupture Euro Airports & Michelob Ultra is the King of Beer
Episode 677: Toby and Kyle recap the shaking situation over in Argentina as President Javier Milei’s free-market revolution is starting to teeter. Then, a string of cyberattacks rips through European airports and Jaguar Land Over, Britain’s largest carmaker. And, the OECD raises its outlook on the global economy stating its more resilient to Trump’s tariffs than initially estimated…but not immune. Meanwhile, there’s a new top-spot for beer in the US: Michelob Ultra. 00:00 - Send us your group chats! 3:00 - Jimmy Kimmel is back 7:10 - Argentina’s Milei is having a rough go 11:45 - Cyberattacks tear through Europe 18:20 - OECD updates its outlook 22:00 - Michelob cracks the top spot 25:20 - Sprint Finish! You can try reMarkable Paper Pro Move for 100 days for free. If it’s not what you’re looking for, get your money back. Get your paper tablet at https://www.remarkable.com today Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY Presale code LETSRIDE 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Sep 29min
Is Amazon Prime Too Hard to Cancel? & Tylenol-maker Tanks From Autism Claims
Episode 676: Toby and Kyle dive into two big trials tackling Big Tech. First, the FTC is alleging Amazon makes Prime too complicated to cancel. Then, it’s a redux of the Justice Department accusing Google of holding a monopoly over digital advertising. Plus, President Trump makes claims that Tylenol is linked to autism. Meanwhile, Toby investigates what’s behind Beli, the new Gen Z restaurant review app that is the ‘anti-Yelp’. 00:00 - Talenti jars take some effort 3:20 - FTC targets Amazon 7:00 - Google’s antitrust trial part deux 11:00 - Tylenol maker has a PR headache 17:30 - Oura ring booms 22:00 - Beli eats Yelp 25:00 - Sprint Finish! You can try reMarkable Paper Pro Move for 100 days for free. If it’s not what you’re looking for, get your money back. Get your paper tablet at https://www.remarkable.com today Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY Presale code LETSRIDE 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Sep 30min
$100K H1-B Visa Fee Upends Tech Sector & Murdochs Involved in TikTok Deal?
Episode 675: Neal and Toby discuss the impact of the new $100K annual fee for H1-B Visas that has tech companies scrambling. Plus, details emerge from the pending TikTok deal that could bring ownership to the US. Also, Hamburger Helper sales are boosted by Americans trying to save money on food. Meanwhile, prizes are handed out to the quirkiest scientists in the world. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. 00:00 - Get your MBD live show tickets! 2:50 - Costly H1-B Visa fee 7:20 - TikTok deal imminent 11:30 - Hamburger helper booms 17:00 - Ig Nobel prize winners 21:00 - Week Ahead You can try reMarkable Paper Pro Move for 100 days for free. If it’s not what you’re looking for, get your money back. Get your paper tablet at https://www.remarkable.com today Get your MBD live show tickets here! Presale code LETSRIDE 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Sep 26min
Nvidia Throws $5B Lifeline to Intel & Amex Ups Annual Fee to $895
Episode 674: Neal and Toby discuss the FTC’s suit to punish Ticketmaster after alleging it failed to combat bots. Then, Nvidia has come to save Intel as it takes a $5B stake into the company. Plus, Amex is upping the ante on its annual fee but promising even bigger perks for luxury cardholders. Meanwhile, cocaine use in the US is surging and Dave & Busters is struggling to attract customers. Finally, the FCC chair says it plans to continue changing the media landscape. Get a $500 match on your first $500 spent with code BREW500 at advertising.roku.com/brew Terms apply. Get your MBD live show tickets here! Presale code LETSRIDE 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Sep 29min
Jimmy Kimmel Suspended ‘Indefinitely’ & The Fed Finally Cuts Rates
Episode 673: Neal and Toby discuss another late-night shake up after Jimmy Kimmel is suspended ‘indefinitely’ after comments about the Charlie Kirk shooting. Then, the Fed makes its first rate cut since last December. Also, Meta unveils its next-gen smart glasses that impresses despite some awkward live-demo moments. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on huge parking lots, a Baghdad resurgence, and the Great Lakes graveyard. Finally, Ben & Jerry’s…is now just Ben. Get a $500 match on your first $500 spent with code BREW500 at advertising.roku.com/brew Terms apply. Get your MBD live show tickets here! Presale code: LETSRIDE 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
18 Sep 30min
The Wealthy Are Fueling US Spending & ChatGPT For Teens?
Episode 672: Neal and Toby talk about the consumer spending remaining strong despite rising costs from tariffs. And, OpenAI shares their first public study on how we’re using ChatGPT. Also, Tesla is under a microscope as it is being investigated for its concealed door handles after numerous reports of accidents involving people unable to open the doors. Meanwhile, Tom Brady is back playing football…in Saudi Arabia? 00:00 - RIP Robert Redford 3:30 - Consumer spending rips 7:10 - ChatGPT for teens? 12:00 - Tesla’s door handle problem 18:00 - Flag football in Saudi Arabia 21:00- Sprint Finish! Check out https://www.indeed.com/brew for more 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Sep 28min
US-China Reach Deal for TikTok & No More Quarterly Earnings?
Episode 671: Neal and Toby chat about the US and China reaching a framework deal on TikTok. Then, President Trump wants quarterly earnings reports to go away. Also, Alphabet surpasses the $3T market cap milestone. Elon Musk buys back $1B of Tesla stock. Convenience stores are stealing customers away from fast-food joints for breakfast. FTC takes aim at Ticketmaster. Apple’s Liquid Glass is here. Finally, Mondo Duplantis reaches new heights. Check out https://www.indeed.com/brew for more 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. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 Sep 28min
