The $6B Eclipse Economic Boom & Is the Internet Too Small for AI?

Episode 304: Neal and Toby chat about the flooding in Dubai and whether cloud seeding has anything to do with it. Then, the Boeing whistleblower has a dire warning for all its planes. Next, Elon Musk wants his payday and it's up to Tesla shareholders to vote whether he gets it or not. Meanwhile, Biden is taking a hard stance against Chinese steel imports in order to protect the U.S. steel industry. Also, Neal shares his numbers on a bus in Barcelona, coins, and Caitlin Clark’s rookie contract. Lastly, the Atlas robot by Boston Dynamics gets an electric makeover.  00:00 - Intro 3:20 - Cloud seeding good? 7:30 - Boeing whistleblower 10:20 - Tesla’s pay problem 13:00 - Steel tariffs 15:15 - Neal’s Numbers 21:30 - Atlas robot walks Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 303: Neal and Toby recap the DOJ’s latest target: Live Nation. It’s suing the ticketing platform over its mishandling of the infamous “Eras Tour” debacle. Then, prominent venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is doubling down on the startup market. Next, the US government plays matchmaker between Microsoft and the United Arab Emirates to steer the UAW from China. Meanwhile, the UAW is looking for a momentous victory in the South, an area that is not too friendly to unions. Also, the Paris 2024 Olympics is 100 days away and there’s already been quite the stir around its athletes. Finally, Ikea wants to furnish the generation of gamers. 00:00 - Intro 2:45 - DOJ suing Live Nation 6:30 - Startup market funding boost 10:20 - Microsoft deals with UAE 14:15 - UAW’s campaign in the South 18:30 - Olympics season starts 22:30 - Ikea gaming Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Disclosures: Interest is earned on uninvested cash swept from your brokerage account to program banks. The cash sweep program is offered through Robinhood Financial LLC. Terms apply. Robinhood is not a bank. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC) is a registered broker dealer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 302: Neal and Toby talk about the drug shortage that is plaguing America and what it means for the healthcare industry. Then, Tesla announces another round of layoffs while it’s still lagging behind in the EV market. Also, Apple is now playing catch-up as it falls behind its biggest competitor in the smartphone market. Next, Boomers with low mortgage rates and paid-off houses are staying put and have no plans to sell their homes, leaving little available homes for future generations. Meanwhile, ghost kitchens are starting to fade away. Lastly, cats are taking the spotlight in Hollywood.  00:00 - Intro 2:50 - Drug shortage crisis 7:00 - Tesla layoffs 11:00 - Apple shipment slumps 14:00 - Homeowners aren’t budgeting 18:00 - Ghost kitchens fading? 21:30 - Cats in Hollywood Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Disclosures: Investing involves risk and diversification does not ensure a profit or guarantee against a loss. Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses of any Exchange Traded Product (ETP) carefully before investing. The prospectus and, if available, the summary prospectus contain this and other information about the ETP and should be read carefully before investing. For a current prospectus, customers should visit the relevant ETP’s web page to access a link to the prospectus. Recommendations are one-time only. Any additional investment is at your sole discretion. Retirement recommendations aren’t available in Massachusetts at this time. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC) is a registered broker dealer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 301: Neal and Toby get into the oil price concern that’s coming from the growing tensions in the Middle East and how it could hurt the economy. Then, St. Louis is selling one of its iconic buildings in downtown for a fraction of its peak price. Next, Broadway season is in full swing but shows may be worried that there aren’t enough seats to be filled. Also, Neal and Toby share their biggest weekend winners. Meanwhile, the Forever Stamp is the latest victim of rising prices, but it might not be as bad as it seems. Finally, a look at what’s coming up this week. 00:00 - Intro 2:40 - Oil prices rising 6:30 - St. Louis doom loop 10:20 - Broadway back for good? 14:00 - Weekend winners 18:20 - First-class stamps 21:00 - Week ahead Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Disclosures: Returns are not guaranteed. Interest is earned on uninvested cash swept from your brokerage account to program banks. The cash sweep program is offered through Robinhood Financial LLC. Terms apply. Robinhood is not a bank. Terms apply to the match and limitations apply to IRAs. 3% match requires Robinhood Gold for 1 year from the date of first 3% match. Must keep Robinhood IRA for 5 years. Visit robinhood.com/retirement for more information. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC) is a registered broker dealer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 300: Neal and Toby reflect on how the O.J. trial changed how media is broadcasted and how we became glued to our screens. Then, early reviews of the AI Pin have not been favorable. What will this mean for wearable AI tech? Next, Lunchables might be tapping into a billion dollar industry in schools but one group wants to put an end to that. Also, a recent study shows that not all private schools are worth the investment. Meanwhile, a real estate tycoon in Vietnam has been found guilty for embezzlement equal to 3% of the country’s GDP. Lastly, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s football team Wrexham might have a storybook ending to their season. 00:00 - Intro 2:15 - O.J. Simpson changed media 6:40 - AI Pin disappoints 10:00 - Lunchables could be harmful 13:30 - College ROI 16:40 - Embezzlement in Vietnam 19:30 - Wrexham hopes alive Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 299: Neal and Toby review the latest inflation report that has put a wrench in the Fed’s plans to cut rates by the Summer. Then, the lab-grown meat industry is under crosshairs, potentially facing a ban in order to save the agriculture industry? Next, AMC’s CEO thinks it can fend off bankruptcy despite a struggling movie theater industry. Also, Neal’s numbers on Wrestlemania, Japan’s surname problem, and a techno ban in Chechnya. Meanwhile, how sheep are becoming the latest darlings for Wall Street. Finally, the Masters Tournament kicks off and Toby has a bold prediction.  00:00 - Intro 2:50 - March inflation worries 6:50 - Lab-grown meat is targeted 10:40 - Movie theaters in trouble 14:15 - Neal’s numbers 20:00 - Sheep save solar 22:30 - Masters preview Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Disclosures: Robinhood Gold Card is offered by Robinhood Credit, Inc., and is issued by Coastal Community Bank, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Terms apply to the Robinhood Gold Card rewards program and are available at http://robinhood.com/creditcard. Fee applies to Robinhood Gold subscription. Annual Robinhood Gold subscription is required to apply for and maintain the card and does not include a 30 day free trial. Visit http://robinhood.com/gold for more information. Some limitations or conditions may apply. Robinhood Financial brokerage account required to redeem cash back. See rewards program terms for details. Rewards program terms are subject to change. Investing involves risk. Other fees may apply. Robinhood Gold is offered through Robinhood Financial LLC and is a subscription offering premium services for a fee. Interest is earned on uninvested cash swept from your brokerage account to program banks. The cash sweep program and Robinhood Gold are offered through Robinhood Financial LLC. Terms apply. Rate is subject to change. Robinhood is not a bank. First 30 days of Gold are free and then you’ll be charged a subscription fee. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC) is a registered broker dealer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 298: Neal and Toby dive into the latest study that says millions of students are using AI for their papers and institutions might have a tool to detect it…AI. Then, circling back on some latest developments on a Boeing whistleblower, Tesla settles for a fatal autopilot accident, the Ohio train accident settlement, and Costco gold shines bright. Also, a chili crunch conflict that has Momofuku’s David Chang (hot) in the middle of it all. Next, Dude Perfect is moving onto bigger and better things with their latest $100M funding. Lastly, in case you wanted to step out of your house for a quick bite because you’ve been in back-to-back Zoom meetings, you’ll be shocked to get one more Zoom meeting, except this time it’s with the restaurant’s cashier.  00:00 - Intro 2:30 - AI detection tools 7:00 - Circling back on big stories 14:30 - Chili crunch conflict 18:20 - Dude Perfect World? 21:20 - Zoom cashier Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Disclosures: Robinhood Gold Card is offered by Robinhood Credit, Inc., and is issued by Coastal Community Bank, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Terms apply to the Robinhood Gold Card rewards program and are available at http://robinhood.com/creditcard. Fee applies to Robinhood Gold subscription. Annual Robinhood Gold subscription is required to apply for and maintain the card and does not include a 30 day free trial. Visit http://robinhood.com/gold for more information. Some limitations or conditions may apply. Robinhood Financial brokerage account required to redeem cash back. See rewards program terms for details. Rewards program terms are subject to change. Investing involves risk. Other fees may apply. Robinhood Gold is offered through Robinhood Financial LLC and is a subscription offering premium services for a fee. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC) is a registered broker dealer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 297: Neal and Toby chat about President Biden’s plan to relieve a large number of Americans from their student loans for up to $20k and how it would impact the economy. Then, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI is the biggest thing to happen for humanity since the printing press. Next, Brazil is fed up with Elon Musk and is now taking to its Supreme Court to do something about it. Meanwhile, Toby’s trends on why fiber is sexy. Also, bad tax advice is spreading on TikTok and what can be done about it. Lastly, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s food excursions across China has social media buzzin’. 00:00 - Intro 3:25 - Biden’s student loan relief plan 7:20 - Jamie Dimon speaks on AI 11:30 - Elon v. Brazil 15:00 - Toby’s trends: Fiber 18:25 - Bad tax advice 21:35 - Yellen eats Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 296: Neal and Toby prepare for the biggest event under the Sun. Well, it actually IS the Sun. The solar eclipse is estimated to bring in billions of dollars into the economy. Then, a recap of the March jobs report that shows signs that the labor market is strong and healthy. Also, the rapid advancement of AI is possibly going too fast for its own good as internet data is becoming dried up. Next, the weekend’s biggest winners. Meanwhile, 24-hr restaurants are closing up their doors. Lastly, what to know ahead of this week to get your Monday started in the right direction. 00:00 - Intro 2:45 - Solar eclipse economy boom 7:15 - Jobs are growing! Again 11:00 - The internet is too small 14:30 - Weekend winners 19:30 - 24-hr restaurants are closing 22:00 - The week ahead Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 295: Neal and Toby discuss the rumors of Google putting its AI-powered search product behind a paywall, which would be the biggest shakeup in its business model. Then, how the devastating earthquake that shook Taiwan reveals a key vulnerability in its chip manufacturing business. Next, cheap solar panels are being sent all over the world from China. U.S. Secretary of Treasury Janet Yellen has something to say about it. Also, this week’s stock and dog of the week. Meanwhile, Bluey has made an impact all around the world…so why hasn’t a 4th season been green-lit yet? Finally, Botswana wants to check Germany by sending 20,000 elephants to see how they would deal with it. 00:00 - Intro 02:45 - Google could charge for premium 7:10 - Taiwan’s earthquake readiness 10:45 - Solar panel glut 14:20 - Stock/Dog of the week 19:45 - Will ‘Bluey’ continue? 23:45 - Botswana elephant package Get your Morning Brew Daily Merch HERE: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-sweatshirt?utm_medium=multimedia&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=mbd&utm_content=shownotes Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Disclosures: Robinhood Gold Card is offered by Robinhood Credit, Inc., and is issued by Coastal Community Bank, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Terms apply to the Robinhood Gold Card rewards program and are available at http://robinhood.com/creditcard. Fee applies to Robinhood Gold subscription. Visit http://robinhood.com/gold for more information. Some limitations or conditions may apply. Must have Robinhood Financial brokerage account to redeem cash back. See rewards program terms for details. Rewards program terms are subject to change. Investing involves risk. Interest is earned on uninvested cash swept from your brokerage account to program banks. The cash sweep program and Robinhood Gold are offered through Robinhood Financial LLC. Terms apply. Rate is subject to change. Robinhood is not a bank. First 30 days of Gold are free and then you’ll be charged a subscription fee. Robinhood Financial LLC (member SIPC) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices