Tech's Polarizing “996” Work Life & The “Low-Hire, Low-Fire” Job Market
Episode 690: Neal and Toby chat with Kaila and Kyle from ‘Per My Last Email’ to dive into the latest workplace trends making headlines. Is the hardcore ‘996’ work culture necessary for a person’s career? Why AI ‘workslop’ is dragging productivity down and how to properly utilize AI to standout from the rest. Also, the stagnant job market has been described as ‘low-hire, low-fire’, which puts young grads and out-of-work mid-career professionals in a tough spot. Kaila and Kyle have some tips on how to navigate it. Finally, is workplace loyalty dead?
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Analysts Fear We’re in an AI Bubble & Amazon Prime Deals…Aren’t Really Deals?
Episode 689: Neal and Toby chat about the biggest question plaguing Wall Street right now. Are we in an AI bubble? Then, a Washington Post columnist finds that Amazon Prime Day doesn’t save you much money at all. Perfect timing for the holiday shopping season. Meanwhile, the meme stock ETF is back and…maybe stronger than ever? Also, Ferrari just cut its outlook for EV production as it struggles with a waning demand for electric cars.
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Air Traffic Staffing Issues Cripple Flights & Solo Living Gets Pricier
Episode 688: Neal and Toby recap the staffing shortage that is stifling air traffic control causing flight delays across the US. Then, renewable energy surpassed coal for the first time as a source of electricity. Also, the WNBA just tipped-off its Finals, but everyone is still thinking about the conflict with its leadership. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on Cristiano Ronaldo, Carrie Bradshaw, and if he actually has 150 friends in his social circle.
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Gold Shines Past $4K First Time Ever & Strava and Garmin Are Beefin’
Episode 687: Neal and Toby discuss why the Trump administration is taking a 10% stake into Canadian mineral company Trilogy Metals. Then, Gold just passed $4,000 an ounce for the first time ever and has jewelry companies worried. Also, Strava is suing Garmin which has fitness freaks freaking out about tracking their workouts. And, California bans loud ads on streaming platforms. Finally, Tesla unveils its most-affordable Model Y car and Polymarket gets a big boost.
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OpenAI Inks Massive Deal with AMD & French PM Quits After 27 Days
Episode 686: Neal and Toby dive into the massive multibillion-dollar deal between OpenAI and AMD. Then, France’s Prime Minister resigns just after 27 days of taking over, causing a political earthquake and financial markets trembling. Also, Deloitte has to refund the Australian government after a report made with AI is riddled with errors. Meanwhile, Toby looks into why craft beer is failing to regain its footing as sales continue to struggle. Finally, flights across the US experience delays due to a shortage of air traffic staff, thanks to the government shutdown. And a major bank merger creates the 9th largest bank in the US.
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Morning Brew Daily, a daily talk show that covers the latest news on business, the economy, and everything else, with Neal Freyman and Toby Howell. Witty, informative and everything you need to start your day. Available on all podcasting platforms and Youtube.
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