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The Business News & More 6 December 2019

Trade troubles? What trade troubles we've got jobs...lots and lots of...jobs. It's the Friday Late Edition of the business news headlines. The Dow closed up 337 points to 28,015 the Nasdaq gained 85 points and ended the day at 8,656 and the S&P 500 was up by 28 points to end the week at 3,145.  In other news today:

• The jobs report is huge and the unemployment numbers fall;
• Department stores pulling out the stops for foot traffic;
• Sobering stats from the housing market;
• Amazon and counterfeit stuff;
• High Times magazine...up in smoke?
• Tomorrow's teachers...ain't there.

Those stories plus Jeff Pitts the Managing Editor for Cityview Magazine is in to chat it up about Stuff to DO in the Greater Des Moines Metro this weekend into next week. From sports to music...hey, it's Friday! To listen to the commentary and fun, click our player:

Thanks for coming by! 

The Business News & More 5 December 2019

At a time when so many retail stores are closing one company bucks the trend. It's the business news headlines for Thursday the 5th day of December...thanks for coming by! In the news:

• The success of retail here may forecast economic trouble;
• Russia and OPEC and Oil;
• The biggest IPO...ever;
• Obamacare and falling insurance costs...for some;
• Wall Street today;
• Child care and parents;
• Hung-Over or really sick?

Also today, on this Throwback Thursday the great Small Business Spotlight we brought you over a year ago. You'll meet entrepreneur Chad Hitsman and EdgeTech a sharpening service that comes to your home or your restaurant. No more dull blades and just in time for Christmas Dinner...or a gift? Listen to that Small Business Story by clicking our player:

Thanks, again, for listening! 

The Business Headlines & More 2 December 2019

It's a brand new month and welcome! The first trading day of December was rough on Wall Street and we'll share what happened and why.  In other business news:

• Black Friday was big and Cyber Monday could be to;
• Amazon and Auschwitz it's a story;
• Is America's Shale Oil Boom...over;
• How many hours a week do you need to work to live...comfortably;
• Markets headed down today and we'll share why;
• There is a new report out about jobs and...pay. Stunning.

Those stories plus Laura Kinnard is with us chatting it up about business events happening in the Greater Des Moines Metro this weekend into next week. To hear that conversation just click the player below.  

Thanks for listening. 

The Business News & More 29 November 2019

It's the "late edition" of the business news headlines for the final trading day of November. We're blaming it on left-over turkey. In the news today:

• A global automaker says they will cut 10,000 jobs;
• Black Friday just ain't what it used to be;
• A shocking development for the UAW;
• Five years ago Target was in trouble...today it's different;
• The markets had a lousy day but a good month;
• Career hunting? Try being a "Life Coach" it...pays.

Those stories plus Jeff Pitts the managing editor of Cityview Magazine is in to share his list of "Stuff to DO" in the Greater Des Moines Metro and we have some fun doing it.  We also blame the turkey...and pie for that. To listen just click the player: 

Thanks for coming by

Farm Injuries - A Workplace Issue

Agriculture is such an important part of the Midwest and, unlike manufacturing, much of the work is done by humans. Here we visit with Dr. Corinne Peek-Asa from the University of Iowa who has recently concluded a study about on-farm accidents/injuries as a workforce issue. She finds that they are not only under reported but there are questions about who is paying for treatment, rural health care and public policy. It's worth listening to...even if you're a city-dweller. 

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 

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Talking Whiskey with Sam Hoyle

Time for an update about Rackhouse Whiskey Club with our friend and founder Sam Hoyle. Imagine going on a journey and learning the history of some of the nation's small batch whiskey distillers and then getting the opportunity to taste their work. That's what Rackhouse is all about and your just a click away from learning more about some fascinating stories from the still. Enjoy and...as Sam says, "Cheers!". 

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 

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The Business News & More 29 October 2019

Investors are looking at a couple of things: Earnings and the expected rate cut by the Fed. But...and you knew that was coming...if the Fed does cut rates and their is an economic downturn...what then? In the business news headlines today:

• Wall Street and the Flatline;
• Did something fishy happen with that government deal;
• Happy Birthday to YOU...Internet;
• Lyft Pink is seeing green;
• Uber and a new business plan;
• Grubhub...more trouble;
• Online videos are crushing television. Hello TV executives.

Those stories plus a conversation with Stephanie Preusch who is the Executive Director for the Neighborhood Finance Corporation. Now, while that sounds like a fancy name they are anything but. Think of low cost entry into homeownership PLUS funds to fix up a home. The surprising world of housing options with this non-profit organization. Click our player to listen: 

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Stuff to DO with Cityview

Hang on...we've got Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine in to talk about Stuff to DO in the Greater Des Moines Metro. From Bucs Hockey to ISU Football to Wine Women and Shoes, a Pumpkin Drag in the Historic Valley Junction (Really, it's a walk.) a free show at Hoyt Sherman, the DSM Symphony, a Gun Show, Baby Shark Live and so much more.  And it's all in FUN! 

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 

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The Business News & More 21 October 2019

Welcome back to a busy week!  In the newscast today we'll share several stories that will interest you plus you'll hear from four entrepreneurs who are working it at The Runway a new co-working site in the nearly empty Southridge Mall. Then Laura Kinnard is in to chat about that project and some events.  Today:

• Amazon shipping out of date and spoiled food?
• Ford Motor Company and the botched Explorer rollout;
• Will they or won't they ratify the GM/UAW agreement;
• Boeing stock in free fall;
• GrubHub disappoints;
• Bottled water takes a hit.

Also today you'll meet four entrepreneurs who are part of The Runway. I sat down with four individuals who are starting or working on their businesses. You'll meet Kourtney Perry of Privacy, LLC an event company that is helping put on a show October 31st, Twayne Deering from Toppz Handiman Services you can reach him at 309-635-7825. I also visit with Jeremiah Wright who is the founder of Get It Wright Fitness he's a fitness coach and you'll meet Sara Letsch who has two businesses, Nymph in the Woods Jewelry and Fit Life with Sara. Busy people and you get to learn more here:

And, because it's Monday...Laura Kinnard joins me to talk about The Runway as well as share some upcoming business events. 

Thanks for coming by! 

Stuff to DO with Cityview

Each Friday I get to riff with Jeff Pitts who is the managing editor for Cityview Magazine about neat "Stuff to DO" in the Greater Des Moines Metro. Not to disappoint we've got sports, ballet, markets, music, tap-dancing and so much more. Plus we offer "commentary" on a host of items. Hey, it's The Weekend and you deserve to lighten up a bit! Here you go! 

The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 

Our Sponsors

AARP-Iowa

National Tractor Parts Dealer Association

Oasis - A Paychex Company

Tero International