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Episode 769: Neal and Toby recap Apple’s latest earnings which turned out to be one of its strongest quarters yet, buoyed by the iPhone. Then, Melania Trump’s documentary hits wide release today and some are wondering if there’s enough buzz around it to fill seats in a theatrical release. Also, with Southwest ending its open-seating model, it’s a new day for the budget airline and the new challenge is profitability. Plus, Zoom’s stock quietly pops – making it our Stock of the Week. And the US dollar hits a new low – making it our Dog of the Week. Finally, Congress is scrambling to avoid another shutdown. 

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Episode 768: Neal and Toby recap the Fed’s interest rate meeting where Chair Jerome Powell kept things steady citing an active economy. Then, a rundown of Big Tech’s earnings, starting with Tesla scrapping its car models, Meta’s full speed ahead with AI, and Microsoft’s mixed results. Plus, Amazon announces mass layoffs to focus on its AI investments. Meanwhile, Starbucks is picking up steam on its comeback tour. Also, Neal shares his favorite numbers on the Canadian ski boycott, London’s startup scene, and WD-40’s secret formula. 

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Episode 767: Neal and Toby cover the latest report of consumer confidence which shows it’s at its lowest point in 12 years. Then, the deal to bring TikTok to the US may have been successful, but its transition has been anything but. Also, the EU and India finalize ‘the mother of all trade deals’ which slashes tariffs between the European bloc and the 4th largest economy in the world. And, CBS’ newly Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss announces sweeping changes to transform the legacy media company. Meanwhile, Yale will offer free tuition for households with incomes below $200,000. 

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Episode 766: Neal and Toby (back in the office) discuss a marquee trial facing social media giants like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube over an allegation saying their products are addictive and harmful to teens. Then, Gold is good as…gold, as it surges past $5,000, illustrating investors undying trust in the safe haven asset as the world is seemingly turning upside down. Also, Super Bowl time means it’s the biggest moment for advertising as brands are already teasing their commercials two weeks away from the actual game. Meanwhile, Toby looks into the trend of co-working offices having a resurgence, with large companies like Amazon using shared spaces. 

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Episode 765: It’s a NYC snow day! Neal and Toby recap the Winter storm that has swept across the majority of the US, causing a mass cancellation of travel plans for airlines. Then, vibe-coding is starting to pick up steam as amateur user-made apps spike up in app stores. Plus, a deal to spin off TikTok from its Chinese parent is finalized, bringing the popular social app closer to home. Meanwhile, free-soloist Alex Honnold pulls off the tallest urban ascent of Taipei 101 with no ropes or protection. Finally, a preview of the week ahead! 

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