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April 8, 2026

The upper middle class is rapidly rising in the US

The upper middle class is rapidly rising in the US

Episode 818: Neal and Toby give an update on the Iran War, with President Trump agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire. Then, reports of an all-new powerful model from Anthropic that could be a cybersecurity ‘reckoning.’ Also, local communities are revolting against data centers being built in their backyards. Meanwhile, more…

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April 7, 2026

Bars and restaurants are banning phones and people are loving it

Bars and restaurants are banning phones and people are loving it

Episode 817: Neal and Toby discuss a report from a Citrini Research analyst who saw with their own eyes shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, contrary to what the dominant narrative. Then, OpenAI releases a blueprint of how to integrate AI into society and to reap the benefits. Also,…

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April 6, 2026

Apple just got the best free marketing in the world

Apple just got the best free marketing in the world
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April 6, 2026

Artemis II crew snap stunning Earth pics with the iPhone

Artemis II crew snap stunning Earth pics with the iPhone

Episode 816: Neal and Toby chat about the historic Artemis II mission and what the astronauts have been seeing so far on their journey. Then, how one solopreneur used AI to build a $1.8B company. Also, a recap of the March jobs report that showed the US economy added 178,000…

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April 3, 2026

Why does private credit even exist?

Why does private credit even exist?

Episode 815: Neal and Toby sit down with Liz Hoffman, Semafor’s Business & Finance Editor and Host of Compound Interest to dive into the world and history of private credit and why everybody is talking about it now. Then, Liz argues including private equity and alternative assets into 401(k) may…

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April 3, 2026

Why Americans are ditching their Summer travel plans

Why Americans are ditching their Summer travel plans

Episode 814: Neal and Toby dive into Americans rethinking their Summer travel plans as the conflict in the Middle East pushes up costs. Then, Iran sets up a tollbooth at the Strait of Hormuz and its upsetting countries who aren’t getting preferential treatment. Next, Starbucks wants to reward top performing…

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April 2, 2026

Elon Musk’s SpaceX files for potentially mega IPO

Elon Musk’s SpaceX files for potentially mega IPO

Episode 813: Neal and Toby chat about SpaceX filing to go public, which could set up to be a huge IPO. Then, Anthropic accidentally leaks its source code from Claude. Plus, Nike shares take a tumble after its CEO tells staff he’s fed up on the slow turnaround plan. Also,…

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April 1, 2026

Thank you all for being in on the Toby prank and happy April Fools!

Thank you all for being in on the Toby prank and happy April Fools!
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April 1, 2026

TMZ pivots strategy to cover vacationing politicians during shutdown

TMZ pivots strategy to cover vacationing politicians during shutdown

Episode 812: Neal and Toby preview NASA’s Artemis 2 mission to send astronauts to the moon, which it hasn’t done in over 50 years. Then, Unilever is merging its food business with spice giant McCormick. Also, TMZ is not just catching celebrities out in the wild, but now exposing congressional…

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March 31, 2026

Why private equity is coming after your 401(k)

Why private equity is coming after your 401(k)

Episode 811: Neal and Toby discuss a new proposal from the Labor Department to allow 401(k) plans to include private credit, private equity, and crypto. Then, the Iran War is fueling a coal comeback. Next, superstar artists are doing fewer stops for their world tours as concerts and the cost…

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March 30, 2026

Wall Street is losing patience with Iran War

Wall Street is losing patience with Iran War

Episode 810: Neal and Toby recap the stock market rout as investors lose patience with the Iran War. Then, a record number of TSA employees called out last Friday as Trump ordered DHS to restore pay. Next, AI could be the antidote to how social media can be polarizing. Meanwhile,…

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March 27, 2026

Why Clear is winning from TSA’s long wait times

Why Clear is winning from TSA’s long wait times

Episode 809: Neal and Toby talk about the new Senate bill that proposes a sweeping ban of prediction markets on sports, politics, and the military. Then, some major US metros such as LA and Miami are shrinking. Also, travelers are flocking to Clear to avoid frustratingly long TSA lines at…

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March 26, 2026

Toby reports live from LGA: TSA lines are indeed bad

Toby reports live from LGA: TSA lines are indeed bad
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March 26, 2026

Meta and Google lose landmark social media addiction trial

Meta and Google lose landmark social media addiction trial

Episode 808: Neal and Toby cover the verdict that came down on Meta and Google, with a jury finding the companies liable for putting out addictive features that cause harm to teens. Then, the global supply chain is reeling as the crisis around the Strait of Hormuz deepens. Also, NASA…

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March 25, 2026

OpenAI Shuts Down Sora to Cut Costs

OpenAI Shuts Down Sora to Cut Costs

Episode 807: Neal and Toby explain why OpenAI is shutting down Sora as the company tries to reel in costs. Then, United wants more premium seating and antimatter is transported for the first time. Next up robots get into baseball and the headlines you need to know to start your…

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March 24, 2026

Trump’s TACO Trade Returns on Monday

Trump’s TACO Trade Returns on Monday

Episode 806: Neal and Toby discuss the TACO trade making its return on Monday morning. The guys also give the latest updates with TSA wait times and the collision at LGA. Next up, the great AI agents race and why Samsung wants their fridges to display ads. Then, what does…

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March 23, 2026

TSA Lines Reach Historic Wait Times

TSA Lines Reach Historic Wait Times

Episode 805: Neal and Toby discuss the TSA woes over the weekend and why Donald Trump is sending ICE to airports to help. Then the guys discuss the economic fallout over the war in Iran and why EVs are looking a lot more attractive. Next up, ranchers love AI and…

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March 20, 2026

USPS chief says postal service is running out of cash

USPS chief says postal service is running out of cash

Episode 804: Neal and Toby talk about a report that ranks the happiest countries in the world where Finland ranks top (no surprise there) for the ninth year in a row, but also how social media has contributed to the decline of happiness in the US. Then, Amazon plans to…

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March 19, 2026

Energy prices spike as Fed holds rates steady

Energy prices spike as Fed holds rates steady

Episode 803: Neal and Toby chat about the Fed’s decision to keep rates unchanged as it monitors the risks from the Iran War. Then, the WNBA and its players’ union reach a historic deal that reflects the growth of value for women’s basketball. Plus, the company behind the ‘steroid Olympics’…

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March 18, 2026

Polymarket bettors threaten Israeli journalist over war story

Polymarket bettors threaten Israeli journalist over war story

Episode 802: Neal and Toby chat about a new report showing service-based tenants now leasing more than 50% of retail space vs. goods-based tenants as gyms and spas take over major cities. Then, an Israeli journalist reveals he received death threats after reporting on a missile story from Iran that…

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March 17, 2026

Drone strikes causes chaos at Dubai airport

Drone strikes causes chaos at Dubai airport

Episode 801: Neal and Toby talk about the ripple effects of the Iran War, particularly in Dubai where aspirations of becoming a global financial hub are in jeopardy. Then, the Giving Pledge used to be all the rage amongst billionaires. Now, they’re looking to opt out. Also, the company behind…

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March 16, 2026

Proof that dogs are the greatest motivation of all

Proof that dogs are the greatest motivation of all
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March 16, 2026

Hollywood’s winners and losers from the 98th Oscars

Hollywood’s winners and losers from the 98th Oscars

Episode 800: Neal and Toby recap the weekend with the biggest headlines from Oscars night. Then, David Protein is being accused of their popular bars having more calories and fat content than advertised. Also, Dick’s Sporting Goods is dominating one industry that AI hasn’t touched: youth sports Meanwhile, an Australian…

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March 13, 2026

Airports seek donations for TSA agents missing paychecks

Airports seek donations for TSA agents missing paychecks

Episode 799: Neal and Toby talk about the funding gap happening in Congress that’s hurting many federal employees’ paychecks. Some airports are asking for donations to help their TSA agents. Then, Google Maps finally is getting an AI makeover thanks to Gemini. Plus, Nintendo shares pop thanks to its dark…

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