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May 2024
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Episode 313: Neal and Toby talk about the US government’s move to reclassify Marijuana as a lower-risk drug and what it means for the cannabis industry. Then, the UnitedHealth hack has opened up fresh scrutiny on whether the big health insurer should be broken up. Also, Walmart wants to lure a new type of customer with their premium private label brand. Next, Dave & Buster’s will allow customers to bet against each other while playing games. Meanwhile, another AI wearable device gets the attention of MKBHD. Lastly, a man in Mexico scores $13,000 Cartier earrings for $13. 

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