Morning Brew Daily
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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Billionaires Flee Cali Taxes for Miami & Ferrari Reveals EV Interior
<p>Episode 777: Neal and Toby talk about an influx of billionaires into Miami from California as the Golden State proposes a “billionaire tax.” Then, Trump is threatening to close an international bridge that connects Canada and Michigan due to trade tensions. Also, Ferrari unveils its new electric car with an eye-catching interior by former Apple designer Jony Ive. Plus, more news coming from the Super Bowl and Bad Bunny’s halftime show. </p> <p>Learn more about FlavCity at https://go.shopflavcity.com/mbds </p> <p>Sign up for our monthly trivia! https://mbdtrivianight-feb2026.splashthat.com/ </p> <p>Subscribe to Morning B...
Job Seekers Are Paying to Get Hired & Elon Pivots From Mars to the Moon
<p>Episode 776: Neal and Toby discuss the labor market being so bad that job seekers are paying recruiters to white-glove service their candidacy for potential employers. Then, Elon Musk seemed fixed on building life on Mars, but now, he’s pivoting to the Moon. Also, the US tariffs on Cuba has led to a shortage of jet fuel, forcing Air Canada to halt all their flights to the island nation. Meanwhile, celebrities once flocked to starting their own tequila brands. But now they’re flocking to underwear. </p> <p>Learn more about FlavCity at shopflavcity.com </p> <p>Subscribe to Mornin...
Throwback Ads Dominate the Super Bowl & Dow hits 50,000
<p>Episode 775: Neal and Toby recap the rise of prediction markets and most memorable ads from this year’s Super Bowl. Then, Hims & Hers is forced to pull their copycat weight-loss drug after regulators threatened legal action. Plus, why everyone is into fiber content nowadays. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones just hit 50,000 points for the first time ever. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. </p> <p>Learn more about FlavCity at shopflavcity.com </p> <p>Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and...
Anthropic Throws Jabs at OpenAI's Ad Plan & Super Bowl-Olympics Preview
<p>Episode 774: Neal and Toby preview the biggest headlines ahead of the Super Bowl, starting with Anthropic throwing jabs at OpenAI. Then, a report shows January was a bad month for the job market with layoffs being the highest in years. And, Caterpillar gets a boost on its power and energy generators thanks to AI. Meanwhile, bitcoin falls below $70,000. Finally, it’s a rundown of the biggest storylines from the Winter Olympics. </p> <p>Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com </p> <p>Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the...
AI Sparks Software Stock Meltdown & Bezos Axes 30% of Washington Post Staff
<p>Episode 773: Neal and Toby dive into what’s behind the wipeout of software stocks. Then, the Washington Post just announced massive job cuts across the board as it struggles to grow its subscriber base. Also, the Super Bowl is coming up, which means bettors are flooding platforms like FanDuel and DraftKings with their picks. But prediction markets are also becoming a popular option too. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on food deliveries, the Amtrak Trak Suit, and skillcation. </p> <p>Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety </p> <p>Learn more about Sand...
PayPal is Crashing Out & Pepsi Slashes Snack Prices for Super Bowl
<p>Episode 772: Neal and Toby dive into the grumblings of a deal gone cold between OpenAI and Nvidia. Next, PepsiCo is trying to coax back shoppers by slashing the prices of its popular snacks. Also, PayPal’s wilting profits behind its competitors has prompted for a CEO change. Meanwhile, Rome implements a fee to its famed Trevi Fountain to curb its overtourism. And, Walmart crosses $1 trillion dollars in market cap.</p> <p>Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvariety </p> <p>Learn more about Sandals at sandals.com </p> <p>Subscribe to Morning Brew Dail...
Elon’s SpaceX Buys Musk’s xAI & Will Bob Iger Actually Leave Disney This Time?
<p>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 ow...
Who is Trump’s New Fed Chair? & AI Bots Have Their Own Social Network
<p>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. </p> <p>Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show! https://tinyurl.com/MBvarie...
A New Southwest Air Arrives & US Dollar Dips to 4-Yr Low
<p>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. Fina...
Tesla Scraps High-End Car Models & Starbucks is Heating Up
<p>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. </p> <p>Get your tickets for the Morning Brew Variety Show...
