Morning Brew Daily

Mar 25 2025 549 ep. 28 mins 2.1k

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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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23andMe Files for Bankruptcy & Sesame Street’s Rocky Finances

Mar 25 2025 29 mins

Episode 546: Neal and Toby recap the downfall of genetics company 23andMe, who was once one of the hottest startups, ultimately filing for bankruptcy. But a big question looms: what happens to all that data? Then, shoppers are getting so desperate to buy cheaper eggs that they’re traveling all the way to Mexico and trying to smuggle them into the US. Meanwhile, Sesame Street is f

AppleTV+ is Losing $1B/Yr & Boeing Banks Big Defense Deal

Mar 24 2025 28 mins

Episode 545: Neal and Toby dive into the latest trend of #RecessionIndicator and whether the US is actually in a recession or not. Then, Apple TV+ is reportedly losing at least $1 billion a year. Also, boxing legend and entrepreneur George Foreman dies at 76, and a look at his successful careers. Meanwhile, Boeing beats out Lockheed Martin to build the next generation of fighter je

BYD Zooms By Tesla & The Boston Celtics Sell for Over $6B

Mar 21 2025 31 mins

Episode 544: Neal and Kyle discuss 2 EV makers going in opposite directions as BYD claims it can charge as fast as 5mins while Tesla continues to struggle. Then, Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Department of Education leaves student loans in the air. Plus, the Boston Celtics sold for $6.1B, making it the biggest sale of a team in US history. Meanwhile, Disney’s remake

Fed Holds Rates Steady & 'X' Worth $44B Again?

Mar 20 2025 28 mins

Episode 543: Neal and Toby recap the latest Fed meeting where Chair Jerome Powell is playing it safe and keeping rates steady. Then, Elon Musk’s X has made a dramatic turnaround bringing the platform back to its original valuation, which may coax advertisers back. Plus, Ben & Jerry’s is alleging its CEO was fired due to the brand’s political posts which was a violation of its

Google Closes Historic $32B Deal & Nvidia Drops Hot New AI Chip

Mar 19 2025 29 mins

Episode 542: Neal and Toby discuss the biggest M&A deal in Alphabet’s history after it acquired cybersecurity company Wiz for $32B. Then, a corporate espionage story involving two dominant HR software companies that could be taken straight out of a Hollywood script. Plus, Nvidia hosts its highly anticipated GTC event which just unveiled its latest AI chip. Also, tennis superstar

Forever 21 Goes Bankrupt & ChatGPT Can Have Anxiety?

Mar 18 2025 28 mins

Episode 541: Neal and Toby chat about how Forever 21, once a pioneer of fast-fashion, couldn’t keep up with the likes of Shein and Temu as it files for its 2nd bankruptcy. Then, PepsiCo places a $2B bet on Poppi, the trendy prebiotic soda brand. Also, more and more Americans are turning to ChatGPT as their low-cost personal therapists, but even ChatGPT can experience anxiety from

Klarna Wants to Replace Humans with AI & Spirit Leverages Southwest Debacle?

Mar 17 2025 28 mins

Episode 540: Neal and Toby dive into Klarna’s IPO filing and how the CEO has publicly embraced trading human work for AI. Then, the latest Trump policies have put the US dollar in a precarious position of losing its world dominance while the euro is rising up the ranks. Also, Spirit Airlines exits bankruptcy at a time where travelers are looking to leave Southwest for another low

Trade War Spills Over Champagne & Meta Tries to Slow Tell-All Book

Mar 14 2025 29 mins

Episode 539: Neal and Toby chat about Trump’s latest tariff threat that has escalated trade wars on alcohol. Who needs a drink? Then, a former Meta employee publishes a book detailing the toxic environment at the top level and Meta is doing everything in its power to stop it. Also, Wall Street is applauding the arrival of Intel's new CEO, making it our Stock of the Week. And Kohl

Inflation Cools More Than Expected & 'Pokémon GO' Heads to Saudi Arabia

Mar 13 2025 28 mins

Episode 538: Neal and Toby dive into the latest inflation report that shows it cooled a bit, which is a welcomed sign. But some can’t forget that the ongoing trade war could spoil the party. Then, RFK Jr. meets with CEOs of major food companies and urges them to remove artificial dyes from their products. Also, the popular mobile game Pokémon Go is being sold to a Saudi Arabian

Southwest Scraps Free Checked Bags & Tariffs Hit Steel and Aluminum

Mar 12 2025 28 mins

Episode 537: Neal and Toby discuss why Southwest is ditching one of its most prized perks: ‘2 bags fly free’ and why the airline industry is still struggling to takeoff. Then, Trump scares markets with a hike of Canadian steel and aluminum tariff to 50% but quickly pulls back. But the 25% is still happening. Plus, Greenlanders will have their say on their independence during th