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The Business News Headlines 29 August 2024

Our question, right out of the gun, is: "So, just how much good news do you want today?" We have plenty and willing to share. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• The revised GDP numbers are in and...wow!
• Fewer people filed for first time unemployment benefits;
• Going hungry. A shocking report of folks 65+ and SNAP;
• Rates on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell again;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Getting serious about investing in AI from some big names.

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 27 August 2024

We kick things off today talking about...YOU!  You, the consumer that is.  The Conference Board released their Consumer Confidence Study and the numbers are pretty amazing.  We'll also share why that is so important...and, thank you! Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Consumer Confidence is UP and by the numbers;
• More police departments are starting to us AI for reports;
• The question is...will it work?
• Fake Reviews and Testimonials and the FTC;
• The Kelce Brothers and the Podcast "New Heights" is in the news;
• The Wall Street Report
• What trends and what doesn't...
• And, a new price on a popular weight loss drug.

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 2 August 2024

The end of yet another busy week and a reminder that we're back with Insight on Business the News Hour Week in Review that airs at Noon Central and only on News Talk 1540 KXEL where Iowa comes to talk. Lots to cover in this headline edition and  if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Will the hawkish trend of the Fed dip the US into a recession:
• A closer look at the unemployment number;
• Also year over year wages shrank another sign of easing inflation?
• The danger of heat and who heat deaths seem to target;
• Really?  He gets 19 years in prison...for what?  Think airlines;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Chevron is giving up on California and there is more to this story.

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 8 July 2024

Not sure about you but getting ourselves in gear today took some time. Many of you may have enjoyed a long holiday weekend and getting back to business might have been rough. We talked to several business leaders who wished for an extra day off...just to "get ourselves into the mix". Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Monday the 8th day of July and we kick things off today talking about loneliness in the workplace. It's a big deal and if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Employers/Employees and the loneliness factor;
• And some suggestions to combat it;
• Boeing to pay another hefty fine and why;
• Recreational pot in North Carolina even though illegal;
• The New York Fed says inflation is easing;
• Theater chains did well over the weekend;
• The Wall Street Report
• Getting employees "un-stuck" and why that matters.

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Corruption of America's Food Industry with Austin Frerick

It's been several years since Austin Frerick has been with us and  it has been well worth the wait. He recently released a deep dive into the people behind the U.S. food industry.  Barons - Money, Power and the Corruption of America's Food Industry is a blockbuster and once you read it, you can not forget the people behind each food area.  In it Austin not only names the power brokers but also does extensive background pieces about each "Barron". The Hog Barons, the Grain Barons, the Coffee Barons, the Berry Barons, the Slaughter Barons and the Grocery Barons. This is a book for every book shelf. Here now is Austin Frerick:

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 20 June 2024

Not sure if you noticed or not but today is the Summer Solstice meaning it is the shortest night and the longest day of the year.  And, get this, it is the longest day in the past 228 years. Impressive! Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 20th of June and we've got plenty to cover. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on Social Media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Foreign investments and the Supreme Court;
• Limiting social media use for children is real;
• Some inflation news out of the U.K.;
• No more "plastic pillows";
• You know that gas powered leaf blower...
• New unemployment numbers are out;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Some hot sneaker news wraps us up.

Thanks for being here!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and CIBC24 with Gina Wright

Welcome back to a new week of the Business News Headlines, glad you're with us again. Something partly personal: Today is Yom HaShoah the day that is in remembrance of the six-million Jews that were murdered during the Holocaust.  It is fitting that we do remember and commit to never again. 

Leading off in the business news headlines we've got a story about congratulations to several who have won the famed Pulitzer Prize.  Also, if you want to reach out to us on Social Media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Yes, congratulations are in order;
• Redfin has agreed to settle and we'll share that story;
• Snoop Dogg seems to be everywhere. Now a new story;
• Former Starbucks CEO Shultz has words for his former company;
• The Wall Street Report;
• DEI is going away but...not so fast.

For the interview you'll meet Gina Wright the Vice President of the Urbandale, Iowa Chamber of Commerce. It's once again time for the Central Iowa Business Conference and you are invited to attend...no matter where you might live.  It's a great event and well worth your time. To listen to that conversation click our player below.

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 28 March 2024

We figured it would be a long sentence and it was. We're talking about the sentencing of FTX mastermind Sam Bankman-Fried. (Photo Credit: Getty  Images, Creator Michael M. Santiago) This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 28^th day of March…thanks for being here. In other news, Former Minnesota Governor Jessie Ventura wants to sell…pot. Some good news for home buyers…we’re talking mortgage rates. The State of Maryland is seeking millions of federal dollars to fix the Frances Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The Wall Street Report and the gaming industry now has unionized workers. Let’s go…

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Leaping Into the Business News Headlines 29 February 2024

It's "Leap Day 2024" and welcome to this edition of The Business News Headlines. We kick things off today by taking a look at the recent inflation numbers that were released earlier in the day and what they might mean going forward.  Also, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:

• Inflation is still with us but, there is a but;
• Oprah is leaving the Board of Weight Watchers;
• And what she is doing with her stake is impressive;
• Some disturbing news about doorbell cameras;
• Mortgage rates increased again. We'll share the numbers;
• Winter sports and climate change made the news;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Ford and Tesla EV charging stations. Might this...help?

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Eco Source and the Environment with Darren Fife

It's been more than seven years since entrepreneur Darren Fife sat behind the Insight on Business microphone and during that time his company Eco Source has expanded greatly. Here we talk about his humble beginnings, a major environmental accident that his team cleaned up, what he does to help educate businesses about caring for the environment and more. No matter where you are at in the nation...we think you'll enjoy this conversation.  Meet Darren Fife and listen to what turned out to be a major clean up, how they did it and what they found. He will also share with you the next big environmental hazard, "Forever Chemicals". 

Thanks for listening!

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.