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  • 27 minutes 28 seconds
    US Soldier Caught Betting in Maduro Raid & Marijuana Reclassified as Less Dangerous

    Episode 831: Neal and Toby talk about a US soldier who was involved in the capture of Nicolás Maduro arrested for placing Polymarket wagers on the raid itself. Then, US reclassifying state-licensed marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III.Then, AI coding startup Cursor inks a $60B deal with SpaceX, making it the Stock of the Week. While QVC files for bankruptcy, making it the Dog of the Week. Finally, the NFL draft was overshadowed by Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. 

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    24 April 2026, 11:24 am
  • 28 minutes 30 seconds
    Meta Surveils Employees to Train its AI & What Happens When You Give Cocaine to Salmon?

    Episode 830: Neal and Toby chat about Meta’s plans to track employee mouse movements and keystrokes to help train its AI models. Next, Anthropic’s all new powerful Mythos model has some unwelcomed users. Then, a new Looney Tunes film just dropped a trailer, even though it was nearly scrapped in 2023. Plus, it’s Neal’s Numbers on gas prices in the US, college weather, and cocaine salmon. Finally, Spirit Airlines may be resurrected. 

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    23 April 2026, 11:00 am
  • 28 minutes 11 seconds
    Fed Nom Kevin Warsh Faces Congressional Heat & Trump Wants to Save Spirit Air

    Episode 829: Neal and Toby recap the latest of Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearing as he’s slated to become the next Fed Chair. Then, Trump thinks Spirit Airlines should be saved from bankruptcy. Over in the UK, children aged 17 or younger will no longer be allowed to buy cigarettes in an effort to prevent smoking-related deaths. Meanwhile, a store in SF is grabbing a lot of attention…because it’s run entirely by AI. Of course. 

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    22 April 2026, 11:00 am
  • 27 minutes 50 seconds
    The Tim Cook Era is Ending & Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough?

    Episode 828: Neal and Toby discuss the ending of the Tim Cook era as Apple names their next CEO, John Ternus. Next, a breakthrough out of the science world where an mRNA vaccine given to patients with pancreatic cancer is showing lasting results after six years. Then, Bezos’ Blue Origin mistakenly puts a customer’s satellite in the wrong orbit in its third launch. Meanwhile, notable CEOs are achieving rockstar-like fandom among their ardent fans, even going as far buying shirts with their faces on them. Wow. Finally, FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic. 

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    21 April 2026, 11:00 am
  • 27 minutes 4 seconds
    US Launches Tariff Refund Website & Robots Outrun Humans in Half-Marathon

    Episode 827: Neal and Toby preview the tariff-refund portal website that is supposed to launch where thousands of business owners recoup their part of the $166B estimated in refunds. Next, Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz again, deepening tensions and the energy crisis. Then, Trump signs an order to loosen restrictions on psychedelic drugs. And, humanoid robots race past humans in Beijing’s half marathon. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. 

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    20 April 2026, 11:24 am
  • 30 minutes 4 seconds
    NYC’s Second Home Tax Picks Up Steam & Is LIV Golf About to Collapse?

    Episode 826: Neal and Toby discuss New York’s proposed pied-à-terre tax on second homes valued at $5 million or more in its latest push to ‘tax the rich.’ Next, Yale University released a report on itself that urges it to adopt a leaner mission and expand tuition-free eligibility. Then, it’s Stock of the Week and Dog of the Week time. The S&P 500 hits record highs as the market looks beyond the Iran War. And rumors swirl about Liv Golf facing imminent closure. 

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    17 April 2026, 11:08 am
  • 27 minutes 40 seconds
    Wait, Allbirds is Pivoting to AI? & Jury Calls Live Nation a Monopoly

    Episode 825: Neal and Toby chat about Allbirds drastic shift from footwear to AI computing because…why not. Then, the World Cup is making its way to the Tri-State area and reports of train fares skyrocketing has angered the people. Meanwhile, Live Nation has been found guilty of monopolizing the ticketing market. Next, it’s Neal’s Numbers time with self-storage in the US, Asian surnames, and colorful cities. 

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    16 April 2026, 11:00 am
  • 27 minutes 43 seconds
    Taxpayers Skirt a Gutted IRS & United Eyes an American Airlines Takeover

    Episode 824: It’s Tax Day! Neal and Toby talk about the IRS losing its auditing powers, which has led to taxpayers looking to cheat the system. Then, JPMorgan has a strong showing for its Q1 earnings but CEO Jamie Dimon issues a warning from the uncertain geopolitical landscape. Also, United CEO has reportedly pitched a takeover of American Airlines, sparking antitrust issues. Meanwhile, Unilever plans to acquire Grüns gummies as it bets big on the wellness industry. 

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    15 April 2026, 11:01 am
  • 25 minutes 39 seconds
    Hollywood’s Elite Protest Paramount-WBD Merger & Zuck Makes AI Clone of Himself?

    Episode 823: Neal and Toby chat about the drama happening in Hollywood as more than 1,000 actors, directors, and writers have signed an open letter opposing the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. Then, the ‘Annoyance Economy’ is booming more than ever. Also, Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly building out an AI version of himself to replace him in meetings. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the trend of refresher drinks as McDonald’s is the latest chain to get into the mix. 

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    14 April 2026, 11:17 am
  • 25 minutes 16 seconds
    US Plans Hormuz Blockade & Wall Street Bigwigs Nervous About Mythos

    Episode 822: Neal and Toby recap the latest developments from the Iran War, with President Trump saying the US will blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Then, the release of Anthropic’s Mythos model has shaken Wall Street bigwigs into an emergency meeting. Meanwhile, a group of volunteers tries to catalog years of recorded concerts from the 80s to early 2000s by a Chicago music fan. Also, the Artemis II crew returns safely back to Earth. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. 

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    13 April 2026, 10:57 am
  • 27 minutes 32 seconds
    DOJ Launches Antitrust Case Against NFL & Airlines Jack Up Bag Fees

    Episode 820: Neal and Toby talk about the Justice Department’s case against the NFL, alleging that the league is using anticompetitive tactics to monopolize the TV rights. Then, the US March inflation report is expected to show the impacts on prices from the Iran War. Then, Vanderbilt is now one of the hardest schools to get into. Meanwhile, American Airlines raises their bag fees, joining other airlines hiking up their fees. Finally, the Artemis II crew is coming home.

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    10 April 2026, 10:54 am
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