Episode 681: Neal and Toby discuss the impending government shutdown that causes concern for federal workers and programs…except for holders of gold. Then, Hollywood is heated over the first AI actor that got signed by a talent agency. Also, McDonald’s is bringing back its classic Monopoly game after a decade-long hiatus from the infamous scam. Meanwhile, To ... 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
Sep 26
🚛 “Sloppy Soundtracks” — Spotify’s AI purge. NFL’s 3 huge sales. Starbucks’ McDonald moment. + Anthropologie’s $1K rock.
<p>Starbucks is decaffeinating itself, closing 400 stores… but there’s hope for Starbs at McDonald’s.</p><p>3 NFL teams just sold at record prices... They sold to Private Equity, but what about fan shares?</p><p>Spotify deleted 75M AI songs, while AI slop is slowing your work day ... Show More
22m 56s