Insight On Business the News Hour
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Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
The Business News Headlines 26 March 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
The Bridge Collapse has businesses scrambling. It’s the business news Headlines for Tuesday the 26th day of March…thanks for being here. In other news, The markets fell again today and we’ll share the details. Former President Trump and Wall Street had a day. Porn and new requirements about age and access is being debated. What going to happen to home equity rates? We have a story. Are Amazon drivers employees or not? We have a story out of Wisconsin. The Wall Street report and big news about credit card fees that will impact you and your business. 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.
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.
Monday Mar 25, 2024
The Business News Headlines 25 March 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Welcome to the Monday Edition of the Business News Headlines. We've got plenty to cover from new news about Boeing to low stress jobs that pay well to "surprise outpatient" hospital fees. And, Wall Street took a breather today. By the way, 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:
Does the IRS owe you money and how to find out;
A major shakeup in Boeing leadership and why;
If TikTok goes away what happens to businesses?
Trader Joe's raises prices and consumers go bananas;
Another look at inflation from the Fed;
Low stress jobs that pay well. We have a list;
The Wall Street Report;
Surprise outpatient hospital fees are mounting.
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.
Friday Mar 22, 2024
The Business News Headlines and More 22 March 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
The Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines for this the 22nd day of March and coming to you from our remote studio in Mason City, Iowa. And, yes, it's turned much colder and snow, they say, is on the way. By the way, 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:
Wall Street had a winning week;
Former President Trump to go public;
More AI news this time from Tennessee;
Reddit shares dipped today but still high;
McDonald's food to become too expensive?
Fewer remote jobs but, there is a but for employers;
The Wall Street Report;
And, Walmart is seeking wealthier shoppers.
Those stories and we cross the Atlantic to visit with our friend Nick Young of Nick Young's Tractor Parts. We're talking tractors, equipment, Brexit and agriculture in England. To hear that segment click this link.
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 Mar 21, 2024
The Business News Headlines and More 21 March 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Welcome to the Thursday Edition of the Business News Headlines and stay with us for an exclusive interview by way of Israel. Jarad Bernstein is the Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines, Iowa and he recently returned to the U.S. following a multi-day trip to Northern Israel. While we do touch on the war effort we're also talking about the impact the war has had on businesses and the local economy. 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:
The Justice Department files suit against Apple;
The markets soared yet again;
Reddit went public in a very big way;
New jobless numbers are in and we'll share;
The Wall Street Report;
And, NASA is having a hard time finding...workers and why.
For the interview you'll meet my friend Jarad Bernstein who just arrived back in the U.S. following a trip into Northern Israel. We talk about agriculture, tourism and the amazing way people are actually going to Israel to help...rather than leave. It's quite the story and you can hear it by clicking this link.
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.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
The Business News Headlines 20 March 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Midweek and the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 20th day of March. Thanks for being here. Topping the business news was word that the Central Bank would keep interest rates where it is but did indicate that there will be rate cuts coming in the future months...as many as three. That bit of news sent Wall Street soaring. By the way, 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:
Jerome Powell talks rate cuts;
Wall Street Celebrates;
If you are a wealthy tax cheat the IRS has a warning;
The National Retail Federation predicts retail spending this year;
Southwest Airline Flight Attendants get a tentative contract;
Gas prices are rising and we'll share why;
The Wall Street Report;
And, HP has a subscription plan for you. Think printers.
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 Mar 19, 2024
The Business News Headlines 19 March 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Yep, the 19th day of March which also marks our son's Birthday. Happy Birthday Aaron! Welcome to the Business News Headlines for this Tuesday Afternoon. We kick things off talking about ice creme and not just any ice creme but Ben & Jerry's Ice Creme. 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:
Unilever to cut jobs and Ben & Jerry Ice Creme;
The Biden Administration to cut emission targets and why;
Will the "Green Thumbs" come back post pandemic?
The home for college football playoff games announced;
A major oil refinery is back, might that cut gas prices?
Boeing put production ahead of safety;
Might Macy's Department Store be sold;
The Wall Street Report;
Ya gotta wonder about...Wonder.
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.
Monday Mar 18, 2024
The Business News Headlines 18 March 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Welcome to a brand new week and the Business News Headlines for Monday the 18th day of March. We'll kick things off with what the U.S. Central Bank is likely to do this week and a question if their 2% inflation rate target is...legit. And, of course we'll answer the question as to why prices in the U.S. continue to be so much higher than before the pandemic. 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:
The Fed wants you to be patient but are you?
Why the price of so many things remains high;
Businesses know you want to feel special...for a price;
March Madness and more gambling allowed;
The housing market may be bouncing back;
Target and Express Check-Out and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Might the third time be a charm in Chattanooga?
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.
Friday Mar 15, 2024
The Business News Headlines and More 15 March 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Hello Friday and welcome to the Business News Headlines for this the 15th day of March. Just ahead some consumer news for you, a look at two big retail events and more. For the interview you'll hear from attorney and author Jo Kline about the disaster health care access has become and some thoughts about how you can help fix it. And, 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:
New news about consumers from the University of Michigan;
Meanwhile consumers are still spending and on what;
The economic impact of St. Patrick's Day;
Retail and Services are gearing up for the Solar Eclipse;
The lawsuit against the National Association or Realtors is over;
The Wall Street Report;
And...we need PLUMBERS and lots of them.
For the interview you'll meet author and attorney Jo Kline. Her book, Patient or Pawn outlines the epic failure of our health care system and what you can do to protect yourself. This is a must listen to segment that impacts everyone. To hear our conversation click this link.
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.
Friday Mar 15, 2024
The Health Care Crisis: Patient or Pawn with Jo Kline
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Join us in this riveting conversation about health care not only in Iowa but Nationwide. My guest is author and attorney Jo Kline, who recently released her latest book: "Patient or Pawn?- Epic Fails in Health Care, the Approaching Perfect Storm and Strategies for Self-Preservation". She is the founder of the Iowa Institute for Health Literacy and a champion on health care access. This is a must listen for each and every person.
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 Mar 14, 2024
The Business News Headlines 14 March 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
If you were with us yesterday you learned that the U.S. House passed a bill to ban TikTok in the U.S. That bill now goes to the Senate and if passed there President Biden said he would sign it into law. But if somebody buys the social media platform here in the U.S. it will stay live. Our first story today is about a familiar name linked to a possible buy. Say, 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:
He says he is putting together a group to buy TikTok;
President Biden is against selling U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel and why;
Megan the Duchess of Sussex has a new business and how we know;
The Wholesale Price Index tells us inflation is still here;
That fact puts the Fed is a tough spot;
Mortgage rates have fallen but, there is a but;
Top jobs five years post college? We have a list;
The Wall Street Report;
YouTube is doing something interesting but not about video.
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.