Insight On Business the News Hour
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
The Business News Headlines 9 July 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
For some of you it took until today to get back in the swing of things. I know our phones were lighting up all morning long. Welcome back! This is the early edition of the Business News Headlines where all we ask is that you give us eight minutes to share some of the top business news stories of the day and we kick things off with a look at what small business owners are thinking about...well, business. Meanwhile, 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:
The National Federation of Independent Business and their latest survey;
What small business owners are dealing with and their confidence;
Fed Chair Powell made comments in the Senate Banking Committee;
What we know about ourselves could be in jeopardy. We'll explain;
The Wall Street Report;
Etsy is making a giant U-Turn in their business model and why.
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.
Monday Jul 08, 2024
The Business News Headlines 8 July 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 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 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.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
The Business News Headlines 12 June 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Never mind that inflation is on the way down the Central Bank isn't moving forward with rate cuts and signaled that there may be only one cut...this year. That story kicks us off today and you don't want to miss the conversation I had with Dr. Rachelle Keck who, by chance, I met a few weeks ago by offering a complement. Turns out she is the president of Grand View University near the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. Thanks for being with us 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:
The Fed said, "Hold!";
Another EV headache: Stealing EV charging cables;
Sony Pictures acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema;
Southwest Airlines CEO says he is not leaving;
Convenience store chain Casey's is on track to open 350 stores;
Changes coming in how Walmart displays prices;
The Wall Street Report;
Amazon to build 14,000 "affordable" homes and why.
For the interview you'll meet Dr. Rachelle Keck the president of Grand View University in a wide ranging conversation about the history of the university, its tie to Denmark, the importance of a high quality education and more. And it all started with a complement. To LISTEN CLICK THIS LINK.
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.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Meet Dr. Rachelle Keck of Grand View University
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Recently at our recording booth during the Central Iowa Business Conference hosted by the Urbandale, Iowa Chamber a woman was walking toward us and I commented, "Nice shoes!". She stopped, came over to the microphones to say, thank you. Turns out she is the president of Grand View University. I asked her if we might record a conversation and, so, we did. What a delightful and talented individual leading a university with roughly 2,000 students near the heart of Des Moines. You'll also learn about the school's close tie to...Denmark. Meet Dr. Rachelle Keck.
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.
Sunday Jun 02, 2024
Out to Lunch with Jeff Stein and Ken Chester
Sunday Jun 02, 2024
Sunday Jun 02, 2024
Join us for the latest Out to Lunch segment this time with Jeff Stein the News and Program Director for News/Talk 1540 KXEL and Ken Chester from the nationally syndicated program Tech Mobility. To be sure I've known these two guys for some time and whenever we get together it's a hoot. However, usually it's just the three of us. Now you get to join in our conversation over lunch at Gilroy's Kitchen + Pub + Patio in West Des Moines. (You've got to check their new website!) We kick things off with "Quick Bites". Three questions every guest gets: Book, Movie and Career other than the current job. Then it's conversation over lunch. Enjoy and thanks for coming by!
Out to Lunch is part of the award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie 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 May 31, 2024
The Business News Headlines 31 May 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
THAT was a quick week and a reminder that we're back on the air this Sunday at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and yes, we do stream. We'll share some of the top news stories is this week along with two new business conversations we think you'll enjoy. Like the university that is tied to Denmark and what the heck is an "EOS Implementer"? We'll get to the news in a moment but 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 inflation report boosted Wall Street;
A deeper dive into that Commerce Department Report;
Vermont, Climate Change and Fossil Fuel Folk;
Merrill Lynch settles a discrimination case for $20 million;
Good news for Trader Joe's fans;
Walmart is sticking with Pride even though if faces backlash;
The Wall Street Report;
Want to alter a disappointing end to a movie? That's coming.
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.
Thursday May 23, 2024
The Business News Headlines and Meet Andy Buckley 23 May 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
It is good to be back with you. It's been quite the week here. Early on Tuesday morning our studio and offices were flooded with close to an inch of water during a storm that dumped two-inches in under twenty minutes. That was followed by a storm that knocked out power for 23 hours. Combining the water damage clean up and clearing trees it was a full 23 hours...we were not bored. But, we're back and grateful! 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 unemployment numbers are out and that spooked Wall Street;
The Justice Department filed suit against Ticketmaster and Live Nation;
Traveling this weekend? You will NOT be alone. Some details;
The Wall Street Report;
TikTok to axe about 1,000 jobs and why.
For the conversation you'll meet actor Andy Blakeley who, for several years, was on The Office. But, the surprising thing about that was his acting role was really his "side-gig". We talk about that, his new adventure in the second season of FUBAR on Netflix, his relationship with Arnold Schwarzenegger (who is also in the show) and his Bride who is a famous acting coach by the name of Nancy Banks, and yes, we name names. To listen to our conversation CLICK THIS LINK.
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.
Thursday May 23, 2024
Meet Actor Andy Buckley from The Office and More 23 May 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
We were at the Central Iowa Business Conference chatting with a host of individuals including the morning keynote speaker Andy Buckley. If that name sounds familiar it should. Andy was one of the actors on The Office that ran for several years. Since then Andy has added to his IMDb body of work and is not with Arnold Schwarzenegger in a Netflix production of FUBAR and yes, another comedy. We talked about how The Office was really his "side gig", his famous Bride, Nancy Banks who is an acting coach and more. I came away from this thinking he's really a nice guy and so easy to talk with. Meet Andy Buckley:
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.
Monday May 06, 2024
Central Iowa Business Conference with Gina Wright
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
If you are in business or want to be this is the conference to attend and don't let the name fool you and keep you away. The Central Iowa Business Conference is the one-day event that can help you get off the ground or take your existing business to a new level. My guest is Gina Wright the Vice President of the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce and here we talk about what attendees can expect, who the key-note speakers are and the importance of networking. Oh...and we'll also offer up a "Pro Tip" that will help you make the most of your time. Speaking of which, time to meet Gina!
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 May 02, 2024
The Business News Headlines 2 May 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
Welcome to Thursday and the Business News Headlines for this the 2nd day of May. One other thing before we get into the newscast: Some time ago I sat down with author, community connector and podcaster Ben McDougal. You may know him from 1,000 Cups Des Moines. Anyway here is that conversation we had about the beginnings of Insight on Business and some fun conversation about what it takes to be creative every day the title is Consistency Counts. Meanwhile, 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:
Jobless Claims and the U.S. Job Market;
Black taxpayers get audited more often and why;
Microsoft and Malaysia made the news;
Peloton is axing 400 workers and its CEO;
Mortgage rates climbed yet again;
The Wall Street Report;
A zinger! Google paid Apple big money for...
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.