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Did Moderna Just Cure Cancer? & Freight Trains Have a $200M Theft Problem

Aug 20, 2026 · 33m

Summary

This episode covers Moderna’s stock surge following a breakthrough mRNA cancer vaccine trial and Amazon’s expansion of drone delivery to 500 cities. The hosts also discuss Blue Apron’s supply chain chaos, the rise in train cargo theft, and surprising data showing millennials’ improving financial outlook. Finally, they note that US debt has topped $40 trillion and share a quirky ad campaign involving Jason Kelce.

Topics discussed

Intro and Dune Part 3 ticket frenzy AMC ticket scalping and Rubrik ad Moderna's mRNA cancer vaccine breakthrough Amazon expands drone delivery to 500 cities Blue Apron supply chain chaos and meal kit decline Sponsors: Vanguard, Amazon Ads, WooCommerce Neil's Numbers: Surging train cargo thefts Neil's Numbers: Millennials' improving wealth Neil's Numbers: Speed matters in job applications US national debt surpasses $40 trillion Jason Kelce's viral Liquid Death ad
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