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Apr 2024
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The High-Speed Rail Connecting LA to Veg...

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Episode 307: Neal and Toby chat about the big transportation news of Brightline West breaking ground of the high-speed rail line connecting Southern California and Las Vegas. Then, Express is the latest once-before retail giant that is filing for bankruptcy. Also, the New York Stock Exchange is seeing if you have any interest in trading during the late night hours while you’re at your favorite 24/7 diner. Next, the growing trend of boba tea turning its founders into billionaires. Meanwhile, streaming has become so easy to sign-up and cancel that it's becoming part of our normal watching habits. Lastly, Kansai International Airport in Japan is among the best in the world because of its flawless luggage record. 


00:00 - Intro

2:45 - LA to Vegas train

6:30 - Express stores closing

915 - NYSE 24/7 trading?

12:40 - Hot boba market

16:30 - Stream churners

20:30 - Legendary airport


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