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 his son? Finally, why this ... Show More
Nov 21
Walmart Cashes In on Affordability Crisis & Critics Warn Against AI Toys
Episode 719: Neal and Toby talk about the latest jobs report…that reports September numbers? That’s because of the government shutdown. And it’s a mixed bag, of course. Then, Walmart, America’s largest, and seemingly most reliable retailer reports strong earnings as consumers pri ... Show More
26m 52s
Jul 2023
The banker who caused the 1929 stock crash
At the outset of the Depression, Charles Mitchell was the most wanted banker in America. Today, his name’s largely been forgotten.
Join host, Mark Dent and Zachary Crockett as they dive into the story behind Charles Mitchel, the banker who caused the infamous stock crash.
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23m 49s
Sep 2023
Why do festivals keep ending in disaster?
Throughout the summer, the headlines have been dotted with large-scale events going awry. What’s driving the increase in chaos? Plus: Clorox gets hacked, Katy Perry cashes in, and $1.7T screw up.
Join our hosts Sara Friedman and Ben Berkley as they take you through our most inte ... Show More
12m 1s
Mar 2024
Shocker: This $1T Saudi Arabian desert colony has a golf course
Neom is a $1T, 10.2k mile utopia currently being built in the Saudi Arabian desert. This luxury area will, of course, also now have a large golf “community” that looks straight out of a billionaire's dream sequence. Seems nice, but what are the issues with creating this giant adu ... Show More
16m 2s