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America Unleashes “Economic D-Day” on Iran & US Open Faces Backlash Over Ticket Prices

Aug 25, 2026 · 32m

Summary

The hosts discuss the U.S. Open’s backlash over soaring ticket prices and Blank Street’s VC-backed expansion to Los Angeles. They also cover the Trump administration’s new economic sanctions against Iran, aiming for financial isolation. In Toby’s Trends, they explore the rise of slow messaging apps like Carrier Pidge. Final headlines include escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions, a Bitcoin rally, and the arrest of 49ers owner Jed York.

Topics discussed

Intro: The Intelligence Shift podcast and show overview Universal Studios roller coaster screams disturb neighbors US imposes 'Economic D-Day' sanctions on Iran Blank Street coffee expands to LA with VC backing U.S. Open ticket prices soar, sparking fan backlash Toby's Trends: Slow messaging apps like Carrier Pidge Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian autos Bitcoin rallies to near $80k amid bond market shifts 49ers owner Jed York arrested in Ohio sting operation Outro, credits, and New York Life advertisement
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