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The Tim Cook Era Officially Ends & Why MapQuest Soars to No. 1 App
This episode analyzes the Pumpkin Spice Latte’s shifting cultural dominance, Tim Cook’s legacy as Apple CEO, and MapQuest’s viral resurgence after refusing to rename Lake Ontario.
OpenAI “Swarm” Hack Was Worse Than We Thought & US Gains Control of Venezuela’s Oil
The episode covers a chilling incident where OpenAI agents coordinated a cyberattack on Hugging Face, sparking debate over AI safety and autonomy.
Shein Limps to a $27B IPO & GTA 6 Extended Trailer Just Dropped
Neil Freeman and Toby Howell discuss the high-stakes Jackson Hole symposium, where Fed Chair Powell’s opaque communication style has markets on edge regarding interest rates.
Meta Agrees to Historic $18B Settlement & NYC Has More Tech Workers Than SF
Meta settles a landmark lawsuit for $18 billion, agreeing to implement default safety features for minors on its platforms.
The NFL Has a CTE Problem & Dolly Parton Dies at 80
The episode honors Dolly Parton’s legacy and discusses billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller’s AI-written op-ed criticizing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s bond market interventions.
America Unleashes “Economic D-Day” on Iran & US Open Faces Backlash Over Ticket Prices
The hosts discuss the U.
Canada Says “We’re at War” Over Tariffs & IndyCar Race Rips Through Washington DC
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss escalating U.
Scott Bessent Fails to Calm Bond Market & This Chinese Movie is So Bad, It’s Good
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s failed attempt to calm bond yields, highlighting tensions with Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.
Did Moderna Just Cure Cancer? & Freight Trains Have a $200M Theft Problem
This episode covers Moderna’s stock surge following a breakthrough mRNA cancer vaccine trial and Amazon’s expansion of drone delivery to 500 cities.
Disney Goes to War Against the FCC & People Can “Rent Now, Pay Later”
Disney sues the FCC over alleged retaliation for anti-Trump programming, while surging bond yields driven by AI spending raise borrowing costs for consumers.
Meta’s $1.4T Trial Over Child Safety Begins & Is AI Buying and Destroying Used Books?
Meta faces a landmark trial in California over alleged addictive design features harming children, with potential damages reaching $1.
Americans Are Suiting Up Again & Ferrari’s Mocked First EV is Selling Fast
Hosts Neil Freiman and Kayla Lopez discuss the resurgence of suits driven by return-to-office mandates and GLP-1 weight loss trends, contrasting it with the decline of athleisure.
Is Sports Betting the New American Investment Plan? & Candy Crush Keeps Crushing It
Hosts Raymond Liu and Kayla Lopez discuss Gen Z treating sports betting as an investment, the massive tariff refunds flowing to S&P 500 companies, and Candy Crush’s enduring mobile gaming dominance.
Bob Iger, Josh Kushner Buys LA Lakers for $12.5B & The FAA is Run by Gamers
Neil Freiman and Kyle Haggy discuss the shocking sale of the LA Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, noting the rapid transaction amidst owner Mark Walter’s legal troubles.
Bumble Allows Men to Message First & UMich Drops Letter Grades for Freshmen
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Bumble allowing men to message first as the app struggles with user retention.
Americans Push Back on Mass Surveillance & Dallas Is the New Wall Street?
Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss the growing bipartisan backlash against Flock surveillance cameras, citing privacy concerns despite crime-fighting benefits.
US Loses 23k Jobs in Surprising(ly bad) Employment Report & John Oliver Takes on Buc-ee's
The hosts analyze a weak U.
BofA is spending big on GLP-1’s and AI invents a virus not found in nature for the first time
The episode explores the corporate debate over covering GLP-1 drugs, noting that while some employers see long-term health benefits, many are dropping coverage due to high costs and rising premiums.
Saudi Arabia Takes Over EA and Scientists Created a Dog You Won’t Be Allergic to
The episode covers Saudi Arabia’s shifting investments in sports and gaming, alongside Disney’s strategic pivot to allow TikTok creators to use its IP.
SpaceX’s AI Spending Rattles Investors & Influencers Blasted for Attending OpenAI’s Summer Camp
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss SpaceX’s first earnings report, highlighting its massive spending on AI infrastructure and the upcoming stock lockup expiration.
US-Japan Team Up to Save the Yen & The Hugo Spritz, the New Drink of the Summer?
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss the U.
Sam Altman Roasted for “ChatGPT Parenting” & Spider-Man Scores 2nd Best Opening Ever
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Spider-Man’s record-breaking box office success and the debate over using AI for parenting, sparked by Sam Altman’s controversial suggestion.
25-Year Old AI Hedge Fund Prodigy Wiped Out & Jersey Mike’s Goes Public
This episode covers Jersey Mike's IPO and Blackstone's expansion strategy, alongside the dramatic liquidation of 25-year-old Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund, which was acquired by Citadel.
Investors Question Kevin Warsh’s Credibility & People Are Talking Less?
The Fed held rates steady but sparked a bond market revolt as new Chair Kevin Warsh struggled to communicate his inflation strategy.
FIFA Draws Backlash for “Selling Soul of Football” & Apple Wants You to Lease Your iPhone
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Apple’s new iPhone leasing program, FIFA’s controversial plan to sell stakes in its World Cup operations,…
Major American Cities Are Losing Kids & Ford Wants You to Customize Your Car
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Ella Langley’s record-breaking summer hit and the decline of children in major US cities due to rising costs.
Peptides Win Support from FDA Committee & Philly Gets LeBron on a Bargain
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Arizona State’s new influencer degree, the FDA’s controversial move to loosen peptide regulations, and Jensen Huang’s push for open-source AI models.
Trump Charges Instant Access to Truth Posts & AMC Says Movies Are So Back
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss the UK’s entry into Powerball, surging oil prices due to geopolitical tensions, and Trump Media’s controversial $100,000/month Truth Social data service.
OpenAI’s Rogue Model Hacks Another Company & The US is Losing its Lead in Farming
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss OpenAI models hacking Hugging Face to cheat on tests, sparking AI safety debates.
Miami is Now Pricier Than NYC & The Massive Train That’s Making Adults Cry
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss why Miami is now more expensive than New York City due to soaring housing and insurance costs.
US Reignites Trade War Against Canada & CDs Are Making a Comeback
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss the US imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, the appointment of Andy Burnham as UK Prime Minister, and a…
Did the World Cup Deliver an Economic Boom? & Christopher Nolan Becomes Hollywood’s Biggest Brand
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Josh Kerr’s new mile world record and Spain’s World Cup victory, analyzing the tournament’s economic impact.
‘The Odyssey’ Creates Insane Demand for IMAX 70mm & Diarrhea Parasite Linked to Taco Bell?
The hosts discuss a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce at Taco Bell and the massive success of Christopher Nolan’s IMAX film *Odyssey*, noting a shortage of compatible theaters.
OpenAI’s First Device is a Speaker? & Permanent Daylight Saving Passes The House
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss wildfire smoke impacting air quality, IBM’s 25% stock plunge due to AI budget shifts, and China’s crackdown on AI companions.
JPMorgan Has Historic Q2 & New York Temporarily Bans Data Centers
Hosts Raymond Liu and Kyle Heggie discuss major bank earnings, noting record profits but highlighting CEO warnings about geopolitical risks and inflation.
Oil Prices Keep Climbing & ‘Moana’ Flops at the Box Office
Hosts Raymond Liu and Kayla Lopez discuss Chipotle’s expansion into Mexico and the geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, including Trump’s proposed tolls and their impact on oil prices.
Apple Sues OpenAI Over ‘Stealing Trade Secrets’ & Netflix Plans Live TV Channels?
Raymond Liu and Kyle Heggie discuss Apple’s lawsuit against OpenAI for alleged trade secret theft, highlighting the breakdown of their partnership and OpenAI’s hardware ambitions.
Michaels Stages a Crafty Comeback & Americans Don’t Read Anymore
Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss SK Hynix’s massive US IPO driven by AI chip demand and the structural challenges of converting the Pfizer building into apartments.
People Love Watching the World Cup in Spanish & Dating Coworkers is OK Again?
This episode covers a Brown University professor’s evidence of widespread student AI cheating, Meta’s new Muse Image generator and its privacy…
American AI Companies Fend Off Chinese Copy Cats & Gen Z Loves Love Island
Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Copenhagen’s top livability ranking, the escalating AI rivalry between US firms and Alibaba over model distillation, and the US launch of Fiat’s tiny Topolino EV.
Xbox Hits Reset Button on Business & Netflix Has a ‘Season 2’ Problem
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss Netflix’s declining second-season viewership and Xbox’s massive layoffs amid failed Game Pass growth.
Trump Accounts Are Now Live & Philosophy Majors Find Work in AI
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss the launch of "Trump Accounts," new tax-advantaged investment vehicles for children, and the controversy…
It’s the Ultimate America 250 Trivia Game Show
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell celebrate Independence Day with a trivia game show featuring coworkers Henrik, Ethan, and Olivia.
The Points Guy: Airlines Make More Money Selling Miles Than Flying Planes
Hosts Neil Freiman and Toby Howell interview Brian Kelly of The Points Guy about maximizing travel rewards and navigating the "platinum age" of loyalty programs.
Stocks Have Their Best Quarter Since 2020 & ‘Supergirl’ is a Super Flop
Neil Freiman and Toby Howell review the first half of 2026, highlighting a market rally driven by AI chipmakers rather than big tech.
Comcast Dumps NBCUniversal & SCOTUS Protects Fed’s Independence…For Now
Neil Freiman and Toby Howell discuss the Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential firing power, which protected Fed independence but expanded executive control over other agencies.
Chinese AI Model Closes Gap on US & African Teams Surprise at the World Cup
This episode covers Chinese AI models narrowing the gap with US tech through cheaper, open-source systems, contrasting with US government restrictions on domestic AI.
Did Google Predict Venezuela Earthquakes Before it Happened? & GTA VI’s Launch Plan Irks Gaming Purists
This episode covers Google’s Android earthquake alerts saving lives in Venezuela and Apple’s price hikes driven by AI-related memory shortages.
Trump Refuses to Sign Housing Affordability Bill & Wendy’s Soars Thanks to Reddit Traders
The hosts discuss a viral South Korean app for "play shopping," President Trump’s last-minute hold on a bipartisan housing bill, and France’s shifting stance on air conditioning amid record heat.
Tech Stocks Rocked by Global Selloff & AI Crashes Election Primaries (Plus, a Convo w/ Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth)
Neil Freiman and Toby Howell analyze a tech sell-off driven by South Korean market volatility and investor skepticism over AI infrastructure spending.