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The Strange Business History of the Ouija Board
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How an entrepreneur merged spiritualism and capitalism to create a multimillion-dollar brand: Ouija.
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Business is good for professional line standers
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Waiting around for something to open may be beneath some people, but it’s putting a roof over others’ heads. Plus: a texting crackdown by CEOs and OpenAI’s new for-profit structure.
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The AI app that makes your dream vacation a digital reality
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Can’t afford a luxury vacation or dinner? Bleak new AI apps will sell you a photo of your likeness transported somewhere exotic. Plus: a texting crackdown by CEOs and OpenAI’s new for-profit structure.
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Before Spirit Halloween, there was Ben Cooper
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Halloween costumes are a major part of the $13B spooky season industry. But long ago it took two family businesses, Ben Cooper and Collegeville, to turn costumes into a big business. Plus: BPNL for the holidays and a new Nvidia challenger.
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How AI Could Correct the Job Market
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The job market's biggest problem isn't inefficient matching—it's treating humans as data points rather than recognizing their full potential. Our guest Alessandro Cozzi believes AI's real power lies in reimagining how we identify and connect human talent with opportunities that truly fit their skills,
Reddit’s latest lawsuit and OpenAI’s new browser
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Reddit vs. Perplexity, OpenAI launches a ChatGPT-enabled browser, and AI meets fashion. We’re covering all that and more in this week’s AI update.
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The unlikely success story of Costco in Japan
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Retail giants like Walmart and Tesco have failed to catch on in Japan. How did America’s favorite bulk-buying warehouse, Costco, make a splash? Plus: the car payment recession indicator and a wild week for Beyond Meat stock.
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George Munguia’s Coconut and how to build a startup
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George Munguia’s Coconut helps startups hire executive assistants so they can focus on growth. Plus: Google’s bedbugs problem and more funding for Spiro, the ebike company.
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How entrepreneurs are cashing in on D&D
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There’s a booming Dungeons & Dragons economy right now where small businesses are turning gaming accessories into serious cash through exclusive newsletter drops and convention networking. These entrepreneurs discovered that D&D's social nature means one good customer brings their whole adventuring part
How to scale your small business with YouTube
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Small business YouTube success isn't about viral videos or massive production budgets—it's about showing up consistently with valuable content that solves real problems for a specific audience. Jerry Potter, host of the Done By Lunch Entrepreneur and Social Media Marketing Talk Show joins us today to di
How drive-in theaters are still driving business post-2020 resurgence
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Drive-ins experienced their biggest moment since the 1950s during COVID lockdowns, then settled back into niche status as independently-operated theaters. The format keeps evolving though, with retro screenings and creative partnerships like Disney+ pool parties. So are drive-in theaters still profitabl
The con victim turned con hunter
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How Johnathan Walton lost nearly $100k to a con woman – and then decided he was going to make it back. Plus: An EV slump and an Uncrustables lawsuit.
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A new media company for Latin sports
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How Karina Martinez launched Draft, a social media oriented platform covering Latina sports. Plus: Silver is on the rise and Instagram will start moderating content for teens.
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Rite Aid is done, but its ice cream brand lives on
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We're covering how Thrifty ice cream outlived its parent company Rite Aid, from its 1929 origins as a loss-leader nickel scoop to its iconic cylindrical shape that workers' wrists actually appreciate. So how will Thrifty’s new owners expand the business?
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AMD’s new BFF and Sora 2’s rough debut
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Was AI used in a crime?, AMD and Open AI’s teamup, and Sora’s rocky launch. We’re covering all that and more in this week’s AI update.
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A tale of two malls
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San Francisco’s most famous mall is on its deathbed even as the city booms with AI money, while a mall outside Pittsburgh gets a boost from Walmart. Is this the way forward for troubled shopping centers? Plus: a Domino’s rebrand and SoftBank’s return to the robot business.
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Could AI be your new stylist?
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Caden Broussard and Jinny Chen launched Cello, a company that uses AI to help people create new looks and styles out of their own closets. They join us for a conversation. Plus: a massive proposed bank merger and a requirement for streamers to quiet down.
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How instant coffee took over the world
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Coffee prices have soared over the last year, but one cheaper variety is still king. Nescafé accounts for about one of every seven cups of coffee sold worldwide. Plus: the Taylor Swift box office effect and a potential bailout for farmers.
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How to build a precise audience for your marketing
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It’s all about marketing today. We’re discussing the shift from account-based to contact-based marketing strategies, the role of buying signals, and the balance between personalization and privacy with Joshua Perk, the Founder and CEO of Vector.
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People would pay to attend your wedding
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You can now charge strangers to attend your wedding. Thanks to French startup Invitin, you’re one step closer to monetizing your guest list. So how much can you make? And what would it cost to attend a random person’s wedding these days?
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Is Hollywood going to be OK?
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It’s been a turbulent week for Tinseltown. President Donald Trump wants to levy a 100% tariff on all movies made outside the US, and AI actress Tilly Norwood is drawing ire and fascination. Plus: Uncrustables get a glowup and whiskey sales plummet.
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The ridiculous economy of Antfluencers
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Pet-related spending is projected to reach $157 billion this year, up from $90 billion in 2018. And that doesn’t just include cats and dogs. It includes ants and other niche pets. Plus: more negative signs in the job market and a windowless private jet.
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People are paying boatloads to watch The Wizard of Oz
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The Sphere's immersive Oz experience includes everything from synchronized wind effects during the tornado scene to falling snow, transforming a beloved film into a Vegas attraction. While the $100 million adaptation has sparked controversy over AI alterations to the original performances, what are its
Your guide to inclusive marketing that actually works
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Inclusive marketing isn't about political correctness or checking diversity boxes—it's a smart business strategy that builds fierce customer loyalty by making people feel valued. In an AI-dominated marketing world, the brands that win will be those that master the deeply human art of belonging. Sonia Th
Alibaba’s huge investment and Google’s play at Pinterest
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The global AI spending spree continues with Chinese companies like Alibaba doubling down on infrastructure investments, while American retailers like GAP and Macy's are betting on AI to boost sales through better consumer targeting. All this while Google's new Mixboard feature threatens Pinterest's core
People LOVE Aldi, so Aldi made private label products
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Private label brands hit $271 billion in sales last year while national brands dropped 7%, with Aldi leading the charge by making 90% of their products store-brand originals. The consolidation makes business sense since Aldi superfans already obsess over every product, turning discount grocery shopping
Can Japanese anime save Hollywood?
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Anime's explosion into mainstream American entertainment is driven by production costs that are a fraction of traditional Hollywood budgets and audiences that are increasingly global in their viewing preferences, with the anime market projected to grow 16% annually in the US through 2030. We examine how
This startup sells…bodyguards?
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After the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder, Cop-on-demand apps are now a thing. Many startups are trying to supply effective security for the ultra-wealthy who will pay for it, and many of the bodyguards are off-duty cops. So how does this all work and does the idea have legs? Plus: Ebay acquires Tise and Be
Your guide to social strategy that actually works
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The creator economy is experiencing its biggest shift since social media began, moving from follower-chasing to genuine community building as AI democratizes content creation. Viral success in 2025 isn't about gaming algorithms—it's about understanding human psychology. Brendan Kane, author of One Mil
Gemini surpasses ChatGPT on the App Store
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Gemini's App Store victory marks a significant shift in the AI app wars, potentially signaling Google's comeback after months of playing catch-up to OpenAI's dominance. While Google expands AI functionality for content creators on YouTube Shorts, OpenAI is taking a different approac
It’s trendy to buy a small business
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According to many, acquiring established businesses beats starting from scratch, especially as boomer owners look to retire. While you can buy everything from ghost towns to baseball teams, experts say the boring businesses usually work best—like companies that clean other machines
Why is Oracle so interesting right now?
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Oracle secured a massive $300 billion contract with OpenAI while becoming the key player in TikTok's survival through Project Texas, a $1.5 billion initiative that gives Oracle unprecedented oversight of the app's US operations and user data. We examine how this 50-year-old database
The steep decline of Pepsi
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Investors are pushing PepsiCo, arguing that the company's sprawling portfolio has become a liability rather than a strength. While Coca-Cola enjoys 28.5% operating margins compared to Pepsi's 11.2%, PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta faces the challenge of proving his integrated food-and-be
How AI is changing home security
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AI is turning home security from a reactive "record and review" system into a proactive "predict and prevent" ecosystem that can recognize faces, predict behaviors, and automatically respond to threats. Conor Grennan and Jaeden Schafer join us from the AI Applied podcast to discuss
Microsoft cozies up with Anthropic and Apple’s iPhone 17 shows no AI progress
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Microsoft's shifted toward Anthropic, Oracle's had a massive stock jump and Apple's remained silent on AI during their latest hardware reveal. We’ll chat all that and more on this week’s AI update. Plus: M&Ms adds a new flavor and a billionaire flies an electric aircraft.
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How brides are shaking down small businesses
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What started as brides mimicking influencer behavior has become an organized movement with official guides, email templates, and company lists to help score free products for wedding parties. Some brands see opportunity in reaching new customers, but many smaller businesses are over
Why Starbucks is still struggling after a year with its new CEO
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Despite a year of changes including menu simplification, store renovations, and a half-billion-dollar investment in labor hours, Starbucks is still reporting declining sales and facing strikes from over 600 unionized locations. We examine how CEO Brian Niccol's attempts to recreate
The “slop bowl” chains (Chipotle, Cava, Sweetgreen) are hurting bad
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Food quality remains solid, but the value proposition of these “slop bowl” chains has completely collapsed as prices skyrocket while portion sizes stay the same. Chipotle's $19 burrito bowl raises eyebrows, while Sweetgreen's $29 kale salad feels like paying luxury prices for what a
Disney Adults and The Business of Devoted Fans
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AJ Wolfe, author of the New York Times bestseller Disney Adults: Exploring (And Falling in Love With) a Magical Subculture, talks about how a passionate group of fans influences Disney — and why listening to them often works. Plus: Lego wants you to build a Death Star and Mark Zucke
Apple’s AI Siri upgrade and Mistral’s $14B valuation
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In today’s weekly AI update with Maria Gharib, we’re getting into the weeds on Apple’s current AI situation with a Siri upgrade impending. Additionally, we analyze the AI industry in Europe led by the near $14B valued Mistral. Plus: JetBlue signs on with Amazon’s satellite interne
How to ace marketing in the AI era, with Kipp Bodnar
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The marketing world is experiencing its biggest transformation in years, where success no longer comes from driving maximum traffic but from creating authentic connections with fewer, higher-intent prospects who arrive through AI channels. Kipp Bodnar, CMO of Hubspot joins the show
How the US is draining Japan's matcha supply, even with tariffs
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America's matcha obsession has created such massive demand that Japan's record production still can't keep up. We examine how social media turned a traditional tea ceremony into a global commodity crisis, proving that even your caffeine addiction can become a victim of international
How to get found on a ‘dead SEO’ Internet
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AI search isn't killing SEO—it's creating a new game where being cited and referenced by AI engines matters more than traditional rankings, forcing companies to focus on becoming authoritative sources rather than just optimizing for keywords. Zak Ali, US Manager of Finder.com joins
Breaking down Meta’s $10B land grab and Google’s AI future
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We're covering Meta's rural Louisiana AI megacenter and Google's potential search deal losses that might actually be a blessing in disguise for their AI pivot. Also, Anthropic just launched a Claude agent that lives in your Chrome browser. Hear it all in your weekly AI update! Plus:
The business of durian: the smelliest fruit on earth
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Durian farms are capitalizing on the fruit's aroma with 400,000 annual visitors paying for the privilege. From omakase restaurants in Bangkok to Malaysia's 62 official durian tourism packages, people are apparently willing to travel across continents and pay serious money to smell t
So, what’s up with Cracker Barrel?
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Cracker Barrel's stock plummeted over 7% after replacing their beloved Uncle Herschel logo with generic text, proving that sometimes logo redesigns don’t go over well. We examine how the chain's transition backfired spectacularly, turning a simple rebranding into a political controv
Taco Bell’s big secret to market dominance…
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Taco Bell has become the instant gratification economy's winner by always adding new menu options. The company’s strategy of creating actual new dishes instead of just discounting old ones turns limited-time offers into TikTok content gold, bringing it to the top of the fast food wo
How to successfully build a brand by livestreaming
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Live streaming's growth isn't just about entertainment—it's fundamentally changing how people build businesses, communities, and careers by creating direct relationships with audiences that bypass traditional gatekeepers. Taylor Craig, founder of Launch Live Now, https://www.launchl
AI Update: Altman’s ‘AI bubble’ warning, Zuck’s restructure and Field AI’s $2B valuation
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Labubu is expected to bring in over $4B to its parent company Pop Mart this year. The trendy toy has won hearts all around the globe, but how did it become a viral sensation and what are the numbers on its gargantuan growth? Plus: Target is under new leadership and Applebee’s shares a sales increase.
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The restaurant that offers ‘water flights’
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Water tastings are upon us. The trend might actually reflect the growing sober-curious movement, where people want fancy drink experiences without alcohol—though paying $26 for water still feels like the restaurant equivalent of buying bottled air. Plus: McDonald’s and BTS partner u
Why Pawn Shops are winning at back-to-school shopping
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Pawn shops are reporting 4% growth in merchandise sales as families facing tight budgets discover they can save up to 50% on back-to-school essentials by shopping secondhand. We examine how Americans are selling gold jewelry to fund school supplies and why the booming pawn shop bus
“Tinder for news” app InPress might change news consumption forever
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The real news crisis isn't just misinformation, but the isolation and superficiality that current news and social platforms create. InPress represents a radical reimagining where staying informed becomes a pathway to human connection. Founder Adam Harder joins the show to discuss ho
GPT-5 is here and well, it’s a disaster
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We're breaking down OpenAI's messy GPT-5 rollout and their promise to "never do this again" after facing user backlash for forcing everyone onto a single model in the name of simplicity. We’ll also analyze whether Perplexity's ambitious $34.5B Chrome acquisition makes sense. Plus: S
The startup that banned shoes
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We're covering the growing trend of shoeless startups, from Cursor's chaotic shoe pile to companies that provide slipper stipends and heated floors for their barefoot employees. A few other companies have implemented something similar, so why is this happening and will it come to yo
Spirit Airlines might not make it to 2026…
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Spirit Airlines reported a devastating $245.8 million loss on $1.02 billion in revenue for Q2 2025, burning through cash so fast that management warned of potential collapse within a year. We examine how the ultra-low-cost airline's post-bankruptcy optimism crumbled under weak deman
Paramount blows $7.7B on UFC
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The sports streaming landscape has changed yet again. After merging with Skydance, Paramount just spent the big bucks on UFC rights. So is this big of a purchase worth it? And how will it affect the ever-evolving sports rights market? Plus: AOL will shut down dial-up and Ford invest
AI’s impact on marketing (and how you can use it to win big)
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AI is creating a massive competitive advantage for marketers who master prompt engineering and strategic implementation, but it's also making traditional attribution and measurement nearly impossible. So our guests, Eric Siu and Neil Patel from the Marketing School podcast, will hel
Google gives $1B to AI education, but will there be jobs for the next generation?
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It’s your weekly AI update! Today we're covering Google's massive AI education investment and whether it's preparing students for future careers or just teaching them to build their own replacements. We'll also tackle the growing security risks as everything becomes AI-powered, and
The luxury gym economy is bulking up
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Today we’re tackling the world of ultra-exclusive fitness clubs where celebrities can deadlift without ending up on TikTok and members pay $350+ monthly for the privilege of working out with "curated, like-minded people." These gyms are turning fitness into the ultimate status symbo
How Japan is crumbling under its tourism economy
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Japan's tourism success story has become a nightmare, with towns like Biei resorting to cutting down decades-old trees to deter obnoxious selfie-taking crowds. We examine how tourists are straining Japan's famous hospitality culture, forcing communities to choose between economic be
Americans are thirsty for deals and companies are feeling the sting
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Economic uncertainty and rising prices have killed the "what the heck" purchase, with shoppers clipping coupons again, buying generic brands, and making multiple store trips to hunt for deals. Companies from Chipotle to P&G are watching customers trade down to cheaper options while
So we’re on pecan milk now, huh?
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Pecan milk is suddenly everywhere. Turns out pecans are basically the overachieving cousin of almonds—they're drought-tolerant, don't need imported bees for pollination, and taste like butter instead of cardboard, which is honestly a low bar, but here we are. So can pecans turn over
How AI is ‘killing’ search
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AI search is fundamentally breaking the web's click-through economy, from Google's 8% click rate to the birth of "AIO" (AI Optimization) where brands optimize for hyper-specific queries instead of broad keywords. While AI referrals jumped 357% year-over-year, the traditional SEO ind
The recession-indicator drink of the summer…
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The Spaghett, a $3-4 DIY cocktail that replaces Prosecco with Miller High Life, has become the perfect drink for budget-conscious Americans who still want sophisticated flavors. We examine how this dive bar creation reflects broader economic pressures, as consumers seek "cheap and c
The micro-factories that may rebuild Los Angeles
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Six months after wildfires destroyed over 11,000 homes in LA, few rebuild permits have been approved, leaving families stuck in limbo while costs skyrocket. Enter Cosmic, a San Francisco startup that's rolling mobile micro-factories into fire zones to build fire-resistant homes 10 t
How sports stadiums are fighting extreme heat
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Stadiums worldwide are deploying innovative solutions to combat rising temperatures. Extreme heat is forcing fundamental changes in sports architecture and scheduling, so how are stadiums trying to cool down and save both players and fans? Plus: Beyond Meat releases a steak and Tesl
How to build and scale a media business in 2025
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The media business isn’t easy. However, niche publications are always popping up and achieving success. Hope King is a renowned business journalist and is the founder of Macro Talk, a video-first media company publishing to YouTube and LinkedIn. She’s here to give us some answers an
How to Nudge Your Customers Into Taking Action
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ChatGPT might rule search soon, but can our power grid even handle it?
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In this week’s AI update, we're covering ChatGPT's massive usage numbers versus Google's search
When a toy company comes for a TikToker
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The surprising 2025 revival of kids magazines
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A new generation of children's magazines is succeeding by offering beautifully designed, ad-free
Beef prices soar, but nobody wants fake meat
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Americans are still buying expensive beef despite record prices while fake meat companies crash
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