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3 hours ago
3 hours ago
This is a story about at risk young people between the ages of twelve and twenty-four and the services provided by YSS. My guest is Stu Sherman the Development Director for the statewide non-profit who will share with you the many programs currently offered by the organization along with what is a planned community, of sorts, called Ember to be constructed in Cambridge, Iowa. So many good things and it is a heartwarming story. We think you'll enjoy this conversation.
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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.
2 days ago
2 days ago
Well, this is scary…about 20% of Americans get their news from…social media. We'll cover that story first. This is the business news headlines for Monday the 18th day of November, thanks for being here. 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:
One in five Americans get their news from social media;
The markets closed mixed today;
Yet another airline files for bankruptcy protection;
So, you are eating less...fish;
The Boeing strike ended now come the layoffs;
GM is also laying off workers and closing a proving ground;
Snap is not having a good month. We'll share that story;
Tesla is sweeting the deal if you buy before the end of the year;
The Wall Street Report;
2025 could be a turn-around year for restaurants...they say.
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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.
5 days ago
5 days ago
Welcome to the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines where we start out today talking about YOU the American Consumer. It seems you are keeping the economy humming by increased retail sales. Also, a reminder that we're back with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review this Sunday at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and we do stream. Say, 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:
Retail sales are up...again and we'll share the numbers;
The "Trump Bump" has left the building'
Australia and keeping kids safe from social media;
A Detroit man steels $44 million and we'll share the story;
Labor unrest in Las Vegas;
Some stunning news about Tesla;
The Wall Street Report;
McDonald's spending millions to say its food is...safe.
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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.
6 days ago
6 days ago
Fed Chair Jerome Powell spoke in Dallas today and made it clear that the Central Bank would slowly and deliberately reduce the prime lending rate. But he is still concerned about inflationary pressures. And, yes, we'll have that story to share with you. 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:
Fed Chair Jerome Powell will be...cautious;
Markets sank a bit and why;
Seems that wholesale inflation is back;
A nursing home company to pay a hefty fine;
Meanwhile, Smithfield Foods employed minors they too get a fine;
Chipotle is facing a lawsuit. Think portion sizes and social media;
Advance Auto Parts to close hundreds of stores and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Disney shared some Q3 numbers and they are....mixed.
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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.
7 days ago
7 days ago
Today you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his wife Hannah, created The Monks Brandy Company. We caught up with Will at a second anniversary party for the brand. He sits down with me to chat about why, in just two years, this venture has grown, the inside details of their signature cocktail The Alexander what he's got planned for 2025 and some interesting brandy facts about the Midwest. 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.
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.
7 days ago
7 days ago
Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of The Business News Headlines where we kick things off talking about the return of inflation. For the conversation you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his wife Hannah, created The Monks Brandy Company. We caught up with Will at a second anniversary party for the brand. And, say, 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:
It's baaaaack, inflation that is;
Markets closed mixed;
Have you heard about Bluesky? You will today;
Amazon launches a new "discount" storefront and why;
Some shocking food delivery news hit today;
The Wall Street Report;
Layoffs at NASA? Yep, and why.
For the conversation you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his bride Hannah, launched The Monks Brandy Company. He sits down with me to chat about why, in just two years, this venture has grown, the inside details of their signature cocktail The Alexander what he's got planned for 2025 and some interesting brandy facts about the Midwest.
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.
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
It was a different day on Wall Street as the "Trump Trade" took a breather and we'll share those numbers with you in just a bit. Thanks for being here for the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 12th day of November. And, say, 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 "Trump Trade" takes a pause;
Longtime journalist Chris Wallace leaves CNN;
TikTok may have a new lease on life;
Single's Day in China was a bust and why;
A strange explosion in Louisville has folks "sheltering in place";
This year 11 restaurant chains have filed for Chapter 11 we'll share;
The Wall Street Report;
And, finally Spotify and...profit!
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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.
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Here is something that is getting lots of attention especially from our friends at AARP who believe this way of life could be a boost for family caregivers. Meet Mike Stuart from Tiny Homes of Iowa as we talk about the benefits of placing one of these Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) on your property. Imagine a place for aging parents, loved ones in need of care or even rental income. However, it seems like every community have very different rules about ADU's. We'll let Mike share his story.
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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.
Friday Nov 08, 2024
Friday Nov 08, 2024
It's been a huge week for equities as Wall Street closed out with the best week in a year. We'll share all of those numbers with you. Also, a reminder that we're back on the air Sunday, Noon Central with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review and only on News'/Talk 1540 KXEL. And, yes, we stream. Finally, 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:
Got a 401k? You might want to check it and why;
Some say the 30 year fixed will climb to 8%...but;
Yet more job cuts from Stellantis as they try to stem the hemorrhage;
You may not know his name...but we bet you know his voice;
Sony celebrates a big quarter we'll share the details;
The Wall Street Report;
And, guess what? Consumers are high on the economy!
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.
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Welcome back to the Business News Headlines for this Thursday afternoon. Our top story is about the much anticipated Central Bank rate cut and what Fed Chair Jerome Powell had to say when asked about Donald Trump returning to the White House in January. He was...blunt. 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:
The Fed Rate Cut and what that means;
Markets closed mixed today;
Inflation is still an issue in many sectors. We'll break it down;
Australia is out to protect kids. Think Social Media;
More labor news out of Alabama. Think Amazon...again;
The Wall Street Report;
And, the Red Cups are out and what Starbucks hopes happens.
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.
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