
FTC Investigates OpenAI, Birth Control Finally Available Over The Counter & Bob Iger Goes Off
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 will be available over the counter - what does this mean for insurance companies? Also Bob Iger says Disney is considering selling off traditional TV assets among taking other cost-cutting measures. The guys then share the stock and dog of the week, explain why cricket may be the new wave and how a new white paint developed by scientists could... slow global warming? 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
14 Juli 202328min

Hollywood Actors Set To Strike & Good Inflation News Sends Markets Soaring
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 his favorite numbers, which includes Burger King Thailand's 'Real Cheeseburger' which is just... 20 slices of cheese. Finally the largest cruise ship in the entire world is getting ready to set sail and Shopify is letting employees know how much their meetings ACTUALLY cost. 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
13 Juli 202328min

Microsoft-Activision Deal Complete & Bank of America Opens Fake Accounts
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 illegal junk fees. And what is Anthropocene? And why can we only talk about it every 13,000 years? Also thanks to a national shortage, a bottle of sriracha is going for a pretty penny these days while farmers are so inundated with milk they are pouring excess down sewers. And finally, where does Sun Valley rank in the list of annual conferences filled with billionaires? 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
12 Juli 202327min

Fed Rolls Out Instant Payment System & The Battle for Aretha's $18M Estate
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 Aretha Franklin's handwritten wills and why her sons are heading to court. And Disney hasn't been this empty in a long time - the guys explain why executives aren't surprised the Mouse isn't pulling in visitors this summer. Finally Toby shares his favorite trends and why the Toronto Zoo wants you to stop showing one of their gorillas videos on your phone. 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
11 Juli 202327min

San Francisco's Robotaxi Problem & The FDA vs. Logan Paul's Prime Energy
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 of... Eight Coca-Colas!? Then the guys share their winners of the weekend and explain why the NBA is adopting a midseason tournament. Finally we look forward to a huge week ahead which includes the return of earnings season and President Biden's NATO trip. 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 Juli 202328min

Twitter Fires Back at Meta & US Labor Market is Sizzling
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 Vegas unveils its roundest entertainment center — a 366-foot-tall LED sphere. Meanwhile, the heat is getting turned up on the celebrities tied up in the FTX collapse saga. Lastly, a banned substance found in the White House that Secret Service couldn’t prevent from entering…for the last 70 years. 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
7 Juli 202329min

Regulating AI Hiring & Auto Sales Make A Comeback
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 into the stock market as if they're millennials, why Gen-Z is taking over golf, and what 3 straight record-breaking hot days could mean for the Winter. Lastly, Subway will start cutting deli meats in front of you and Japan Airline wants you to ditch the baggage and dress you up for your big trip. 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
6 Juli 202329min

Meta Launching Twitter Rival Threads & US and China’s Semiconductor War
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 limit contact with social media companies as the US is wrapped up in a tit-for-tat battle with China over semiconductors and solar panels. The guys also declare their winners of the long weekend and why they involve lots of EV's and hot dogs. And finally have you heard about the flying cars that are about to get a test flight? Don't worry we got you covered! 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
5 Juli 202328min