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Episode 335: Neal and Toby discuss what it would mean if the FDA approves MDMA to be used as a PTSD treatment. Then, Elon Musk pleads with Tesla shareholders to approve of his $47 billion pay package. Also, live entertainment is taking a hit with concert-goers cutting back on spending and artists canceling their tours. Next, Mexico and Dr. Pepper are the weekend’s winners. Plus, Lego is cashing in...

Episode 334: Neal and Toby recap the historic conviction of Donald Trump, who was found guilty of falsifying business records. Then, a flurry of deals between OpenAI and media companies that is becoming a concern for the industry. Then, Abercrombie & Fitch continues its historic turnaround as it posts another stellar earnings. Meanwhile, Salesforce shares take a huge hit from more macroeconomic co...

Episode 333: Neal and Toby dive into the latest drama from the oil industry with its biggest players trying to fend off activist investors. Plus, Walgreens, Amazon, and Walmart have announced major cuts to prices to get consumers spending again. Next, stats from the Negro Leagues are officially part of the MLB record books and it’s led to some new leaders. Then, Neal shares his favorite numbers on...

Episode 332: Neal and Toby chat about President Javier Milei’s visit with top tech CEOs during Argentina’s economic crisis. Then, Toyota is taking a practical approach to EVs by building a combustible engine that runs on green energy. Plus, cruises are back and they’re arriving with a boatload of new generation passengers. Next, Spotify is ditching their car accessory and making owners clean up th...

Episode 331: Neal and Toby recap the mishaps of Google’s AI search results going full hallucination and the fallout afterwards. Then, the SEC’s new T+1 settlement rule goes into effect today that could transform the stock trading environment. Next, a recap of the biggest headlines over the long weekend including a weak box office showing and saying goodbye to an NBA legend. Plus, a UK Conservative...

Happy Memorial Day! Neal and Toby chat with Gary Vaynerchuck about his new book, “Day Trading Attention.” Gary shares his take on the winners of a TikTok ban and the rise of AI and YouTube influencers having real world effects. Plus, how he got into the wine business and why he thinks the alcohol industry will survive despite a decline in consumption. Then, the label ‘cringe’ gets thrown around a...

Episode 330: Neal and Toby discuss the DOJ’s attempt to break up Live Nation & Ticketmaster alleging their monopolistic control over the entertainment industry. Then, the SEC just approved the 2nd-largest crypto-based ETF in the country. Plus, auto insurance rates have been jumping up the last 50 years. Then, Moderna as our stock of the week and Lululemon as our dog of the week. Next, cicadas are...

Episode 329: Neal and Toby discuss the latest poll that shows a majority of Americans believing the economy is worsening despite data showing the contrary. Then, Nvidia shows a strong earnings report that says AI is still riding high. Next, a scary turbulent Singapore Air flight reveals the most bumpy flights in the world and why it could get worse. Plus, Neal shares his favorite numbers of Gracel...

Episode 328: Neal and Toby look into the lawsuit that could shake up the NIL landscape in college athletics. Then, Japan wants to prevent overtourism of its iconic sites by literally blocking its view. Next, fast casual dining has become a lunch favorite while fast-food is falling behind. Plus, destructive hail weather is threatening to cause billions of dollars of damage. Meanwhile, microplastics...

Episode 327: Neal and Toby examine how the latest jobs report may look promising, but not particularly for college graduates who may struggle with finding a job. Then, good, bad, and ugly news: the cargo ship cleanup at the Baltimore bridge crash site, OpenAI is changing its voice, and Red Lobster files for bankruptcy, respectively. Next, Hims & Hers Health is getting into the weight-loss drug gam...

Episode 326: Neal and Toby discuss the internal shakeup (again) at OpenAI. This time, the team wanting long-term AI safety said, “We out.” Then, the UAW’s campaign to unionize the South hits a roadblock with Mercedes-Benz in Alabama voting against unionizing. Plus, Minnesota reaches a minimum driver pay with Uber and Lyft. Also, Manchester City and Blue Origin are this past weekend’s winners. Mean...

Episode 325: Neal and Toby recap the latest Supreme Court decision to spurn an attempt to take down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Then, the Dow Jones Average hits a new milestone signaling Wall Street’s unyielding confidence in the market. Plus, the United Auto Workers union continues its campaign in Alabama where it’s looking to unionize Mercedes-Benz workers. Next, TWO stocks of the...

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi joins Morning Brew Daily for an exclusive interview where he discusses Uber's focus on affordability, which includes scheduling UberX Shares and launching shuttles that will take customers to and from concerts and events for a lower fare. He also shares his thoughts on autonomous vehicles and EVs. And where does Uber stand on competition with Lyft and Tesla? Plus, a deep...

Episode 324: Neal and Toby recap the latest inflation report that shows its first promising sign of easing up but not quite time to celebrate. Then, AMC was able to leverage the meme stock rally to cut down its debt but sent its stock tumbling. Next, Netflix inks a deal to stream the coveted NFL Christmas Day games. Also, Neal runs through his numbers of overdose deaths, a study about the internet...

Episode 323: Neal and Toby discuss Biden’s aggressive tariff hikes on Chinese EVs, chips, and minerals that could impact industries across the country. Next, Comcast is the latest to bundle streaming services together in an effort to capture more customers. Then, self-driving companies are under tense scrutiny after a string of crashes trigger multiple investigations. Also, Caitlin Clark makes her...

Episode 322: Neal and Toby discuss the surprising return of ‘Roaring Kitty’ which triggered another surge of GameStop shares. Is this meme stock mania part 2? Then, OpenAI unveils its newest ChatGPT model that can now listen and talk back to you. Also, Melinda Gates is leaving the Gates Foundation for good to start her own philanthropic journey. Next, a halt in sriracha production has hot sauce lo...

Episode 321: Neal and Toby examine the recent trend of tech companies announcing stock buybacks to their shareholders and how it may (or may not) be better for them in the long run. Then, Bumble Founder Whitney Wolfe Herd thinks AI could be the future matchmaker for love-looking daters. Next, the weekend winners far, far away: the Northern Lights and a portal to Dublin, Ireland. Also, the Wall Str...

Episode 320: Neal and Toby dive into the potential media tug-of-war for the NBA as the league looks to shop around for a new contract. Then, a phantom debt coming from the surge of ‘Buy now, pay later’ during the holidays could be catastrophic for borrowers. Next, Reddit is our stock of the week while pandemic-era winners are the dog(s) of the week. Also, the resignation of both Miss USA and Miss...

Episode 319: Neal and Toby discuss the big discovery from Google’s DeepMind using AI to potentially produce new drugs not possible by mere humans. Then, the biggest ‘pump and brag scheme’ that shook Wall Street goes to trial. Next, a new report shows renewable energy sources making progress towards a big clean energy goal. Also, Neal shares his favorite numbers covering FTX refunds, job satisfacti...

Episode 318: Neal and Toby chat about TikTok’s fight to stay alive by suing the US government for its attempt to ban or force sale the popular social media app. Then, Apple launches its newest iPad, something that hasn’t been done since 2022. Next, a shake-up in the food delivery world with Instacart and Uber Eats teaming up to challenge DoorDash. Also, Nintendo announces its target release date f...

Episode 317: Neal and Toby dive into the latest fraud scandal where 777 Partners is alleged to use customers’ money to buy sports teams. Then, is it possible that the U.S. Social Security could run out of money? How it got so big and how it could be dwindling. Next, Starbucks has been struggling to reclaim its throne as the coffee chain king due to its futile attempts to take off in the Chinese ma...

Episode 316: Neal and Toby recap Berkshire Hathaway’s post-Munger shareholder meeting that had another selling of Apple stock and adds to its cash pile. Then, Boeing prepares a highly anticipated, highly scrutinized space test that will send its first astronaut team in orbit. Next, the Google antitrust case hears its closing arguments and prepares for a ruling that could change the landscape of th...

Episode 315: Neal and Toby recap Apple’s earnings which have calmed investors for now despite its struggling iPhone sales. Then, Gov. Ron DeSantis signs a bill to have lab-grown meat manufacturing and distribution banned in Florida. Also, how Ozempic literally changed the economy and livelihood of Denmark. Next, Carvana wins stock of the week while Peloton is the dog of the week. Meanwhile, a star...

Episode 314: Neal and Toby unpack the Fed’s meeting to keep interest rates steady where rich Americans could be a key reason. Then, fast food brands are feeling the hurt across the board with weakening demand… Except for… Wingstop? Next, Elon Musk makes a baffling decision to fire Tesla’s entire Supercharging team. Also, Neal’s favorite numbers include Binance, digital cameras, nearsightedness, an...

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 t...