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  • Elon’s SpaceX Buys Musk’s xAI & Will Bob Iger Actually Leave Disney This Time?
    2026/02/03
    Episode 771: Neal and Toby cover Elon Musk’s merging of SpaceX and his AI company, xAI, and why this may be the most ambitious move yet. Then, Disney has a strong quarter thanks to its theme parks and streaming business (no surprise there), but it also plans its near succession of Bob Iger who plans to step down before his contract expires (hopefully). Next, Toby dives into the trend of minivans becoming the hottest vehicle coming off lots as millennial moms and dads need more space for their families. Meanwhile, a Youtuber who wrote, directed, and starred in his own self-funded movie has quietly dominated the box office. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 分
  • Who is Trump’s New Fed Chair? & AI Bots Have Their Own Social Network
    2026/02/02
    Episode 770: Neal and Toby talk about what you need to know about Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick to be the next Federal Reserve Chair. Then, AI agents have their own social network where they talk to each other and humans just watch. Meanwhile, Walmart and Target have new incoming CEOs who come in for retailers who are trending in opposite directions. Plus, Bitcoin plunges below $80,000, wiping away over $100B in crypto’s market value. Finally, a preview of what’s coming in the week ahead. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 分
  • A New Southwest Air Arrives & US Dollar Dips to 4-Yr Low
    2026/01/30
    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. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 分
  • Tesla Scraps High-End Car Models & Starbucks is Heating Up
    2026/01/29
    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. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 分
  • US TikTok Off to Rocky Start & Americans Think the Economy Stinks
    2026/01/28
    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. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 分
  • France Wants Social Media Banned for Kids & Gold Shines Past $5,000
    2026/01/27
    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. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Explore Indeed’s full findings at https://www.indeed.com/2026hiringtrends Learn more about Lightspeed at https://www.lsvp.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 分
  • Winter Storm Causes Travel Chaos & US TikTok Deal Finalized
    2026/01/26
    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! Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Explore Indeed’s full findings at https://www.indeed.com/2026hiringtrends Learn more about Lightspeed at https://www.lsvp.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 分
  • WEF-Hater Elon Musk Makes Davos Debut & ‘Sinners’ Breaks All-Time Oscars Noms
    2026/01/23
    Episode 764: Neal and Toby recap the latest from the World Economic Forum as it heads into its last day, ending with Elon Musk making his debut after publicly criticizing the conference. Then, ‘Sinners’ shatters the record for most Oscar nominations. Plus, the hit show ‘Heated Rivalry’ has jolted interest from newcomers into hockey. Meanwhile, Japanese toilet maker Toto has its best performance thanks to an AI upgrade. Finally, a roundup of the biggest headlines from the day. Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety Explore Indeed’s full findings at https://www.indeed.com/2026hiringtrends Learn more about Lightspeed at https://www.lsvp.com Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ This special episode is produced in partnership with Lightspeed Venture Partners. Lightspeed holds the largest early-stage AI portfolio in the world both number of companies and capital deployed, investing in 165 AI companies and deploying over $5.5 billion in AI investments. Lightspeed's invested in some of the most valuable AI companies globally, including Anthropic, Mistral AI, Glean, Reflection AI and more. Learn more about Lightspeed's recent investments in Skild AI here, and stay tuned for more exciting AI coverage on the show this week: https://www.skild.ai/blogs/series-c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 分