Sept. 22, 2025

$100K H1-B Visa Fee Upends Tech Sector & Murdochs Involved in TikTok Deal?

Episode 675: Neal and Toby discuss the impact of the new $100K annual fee for H1-B Visas that has tech companies scrambling. Plus, details emerge from the pending TikTok deal that could bring ownership to the US. Also, Hamburger Helper sales are boosted by Americans trying to save money on food. Meanwhile, prizes are handed out to the quirkiest scientists in the world. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. 


00:00 - Get your MBD live show tickets!

2:50 - Costly H1-B Visa fee

7:20 - TikTok deal imminent

11:30 - Hamburger helper booms

17:00 - Ig Nobel prize winners

21:00 - Week Ahead


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