Insight on Business

The Business News Headlines 8 May 2023

Welcome to a new week and the business news headlines for Monday the 8th day of May. A programing note: We'll be on assignment in Washington, D.C. this Wednesday through Friday so our daily business news offerings will consist of several new business conversations as well as some from our "Way-Back Machine". Just so you know.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:     

• Talks break down and what that means for you;
• Another look at the surprising April jobs report;
• Where are the "hot jobs" and where are the layoffs?
• Love burgers? We've got the top five chains in the U.S.;
• Wait, what? U.S. consumers are cooling to the idea of EV's;
• Some great dog news about osteoarthritis;
• The Wall Street Report;
• They are selling less but making huge profits...but, there is a but.

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.

The Business News Headlines 17 February 2023

Welcome to Friday!  Only two more working days until Monday...right? In the Business News Headlines for today two really shocking stories. One deals with fear and the other deals with the fear of telling the truth which will cost a boatload of money.  While we don't do politics here both of these stories do deal with real world examples that impact business and the economy. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:  

• Fear sells in Texas...ask people of Chinese decent;
• Shocking details about Fox News and the 2020 Election;
• Inflation and pet care...yes, it's a story;
• Tesla fires workers who were forming a union;
• Next week some additional earnings being reported;
• Banks are betting on more delinquencies this year;
• The Wall Street Report;
• And, why not just LIVE at the Mall?

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.

The Business News Headlines 21 October 2022

Welcome to Friday...ah the weekend could not be here sooner. Here's what's going on: Work From Home takes a backseat to now..."Work Whenever”. Can we ditch 9 to 5? Speaking of work the IRS increases the amount of money you can contribute to your 401k. And the markets roared Friday on a hope and a prayer.  It’s the business news headlines for the 21^st day of October…thanks for being with us.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:  

• Ditching 9 to 5? A new survey says it's hot;
• The IRS with even more good news, really;
• The markets roared on a hope and prayer;
• Growing concern over the holiday shopping season;
• Some numbers about credit card interest rates;
• We'll take a deep dive into pet insurance;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Elon Musk, Twitter, The White House and more.

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. 

The Business News Headlines & More 17 March 2022

The economic data and the jobs data today were surprising even in light of what is going on in Ukraine and with oil. Also, stick around because for the interview you're going to learn about the amazing story of Kemin Industries that has grown from a very modest start up to a family owned multi-national. There is so much to unpack and we've done that.  Meanwhile in the news:

• Unemployment rolls are the smallest in 52 years;
• Several other economic data points moved the markets;
• Oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel again;
• The sad Russian Oligarch who doesn't know how to live;
• Texas Republicans are mad at Citigroup and why;
• Amazon now owns a fabled movie studio;
• And, the company may have to re-hire a fired worker;
• Starbucks to phase out paper cups;
• The Minnesota governor wants to give back tax money;
• The Wall Street Report
• And, we know what you're really doing on Tuesday at work.

Those stories and a conversation with global communications director Lauren Burt about Kemin Industries. Over the past sixty-one years this company has grown from very humble beginnings (like in the living room of a modest home) to a multi-national corporation that is still family owned but responsible for global food supplies. You can hear that amazing story...here. 

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. 

The Business News Headlines & More 4 November 2021

Hey, it's Friday Eve!  Thanks for clicking through for the business news headlines. Here's what we've got for you today:

• Oh, those charging stations;
• 1.4 billion people is a very attractive market;
• He was ousted as the CEO of Papa Johns but...
• You know that name...Meta...uh...there is a problem;
• The Wall Street Report
• Details of the vaccine mandate;
• One company has now vaccinated 96% of their workers.

Those stories plus you'll meet Mary Tan from Whisker Media. She specializes in products for the dog and cat lovers among us. Here we talk about her work in journalism, how she made the switch to PR and what it really takes to be successful in promoting another company and some cat talk. Meet Mary Tan from Whisker Media! 

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.

Boss Dog/Cat - Pet Food Humans Can Love

It's estimated that this year $109 billion will be spent on...pets. Much of that stunning number comes from how Americans are feeding their dogs and cats. Today you'll meet Basel Nassar the founder behind Boss Dog and Boss Cat food, treats and gear. You'll learn about how this entrepreneur leveraged his Greek Yogurt business to create Boss Nation Brands. From conception to marketing to the health aspect of the food and his relationship with store owners. Enjoy...we sure did!  

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.

The Business News Headlines 26 August 2021

Thanks for coming back.  Today much of the business news was muted due to the attack at the Kabul airport in Afghanistan that resulted in the death of 12 U.S. service personnel and dozens of Afghan civilians. It continues to be a developing story.  

• Markets retreat ahead of the Fed meeting;
• The Taliban tried to get nearly $10 billion but;
• Tim Cook of Apple has a big payday;
• They are disappearing from the store and we have a list;
• There is a consumer change when it comes to clothing;
• Also a change in home fitness equipment;
• It is never a good idea to falsely inflate the numbers;
• The Wall Street Report;
• A slight uptick in new jobless claims;
• It is, you know National Dog Day....

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.

Giving Vaccines Without Needles - Mazan Animal Health

We are all turned on to the issue of vaccines as the world fights off COVID-19. We all know that vaccine, among others, is administered with a "poke" in the arm. But, what if there were a way to deliver vaccine without the needle.  Meet Dr. Jennifer Filbey from a new startup Mazan Animal Health.  And we're not only talking about farm critters but also companion animals...dogs and cats.  Vaccines without the needle from hogs to dogs.  We think this is an amazing story and glad to share it with you.

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.

The Business News Headlines & More 7 June 2021

Welcome back and thanks for listening. Stay with us because after the news we've got a stunning interview about getting critters vaccinated without using...needles. You'll meet Dr. Jennifer Filbey from Mazen Animal Health. Something new for hogs to dogs.  But, first the news:

• Refueling military jets with a drone;
• A major restaurant chain in fights with franchisees;
• Clawing back millions in ransomware payments;
• A new Alzheimer's drug - $56,000 a year. Fair?
• A new COVID-19 vaccine may be on the way;
• The Wall Street Report;
• The hiring bias that won't go away.

Those stories and my conversation with Dr. Jennifer Filbey about delivering vaccines to critters from hogs to dogs without using a needle...think...corn.  This is an amazing story and Dr. Filbey will be in Cedar Rapids, Iowa this week for EntreFest.

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.

The Business News Headlines & More 27 April 2021

The month of April is winding down and "winding down" is what happened on Wall Street before the closing bell...but after?  That's a different story. Thanks for being with us. Here's what we've got for you today:

• After the bell Alphabet stock soars;
• What's driving corn prices? We'll tell;
• Europeans are buying U.S. wineries;
• The State of Maine is charging things up;
• Where are the most desirable homes? You'll be surprised;
• The Wall Street Report;
• So, are we really going back to the office?

For the interview you'll meet Jill Wilkins and Jourdan McChesney from the upcoming event known as EntreFEST. We'll explore what it is, who should come, what to expect and you can join EntreFEST from anywhere on the planet. More about the world of entrepreneurs, technology, funding and fun: 

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.