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The Business News Headlines 4 April 2024

Where in the world is Janet Yellen?  We’ll share. Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 4th day of April! In other news:  We'll share some tips on avoiding tax scams and what scammers will tell you. I've got a partly personal story about an obvious Medicare Scam that is heating up.  It’s been awhile since we’ve talked about the wacky platform X what was once Twitter.  We have a new update. Be careful what you say…would be a good message for officials of the Central Bank. Conflicting words caused Wall Street to bottom out late today. We’ll have those details in the Wall Street Report. And finally Ford is shelving some electric vehicle manufacturing in favor of focusing on Hybrids…we’ll share why with you as well. 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. 
Thanks for being with us!
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.

The Business News Headlines and Glam 3 April 2024

Our first story is about Fed Chair Jerome Powell who said rate cuts are coming sometime…in the future. It’s the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 3rd day of April…thanks for being with us. In other news, inflation drops in Europe and why that matters. Some news out of the Magic Kingdom…think board seats. Because our newscast comes out of Iowa we thought you might like to know the resale value of the women’s final four match up. Could Tesla go…bust?  That shocking story is up today. The Wall Street Report and women take a back seat…when it comes to the C – Suite. For the interview you’ll meet Amy Rinnels who for 27 years has been in the glamorous business of high fashion for young women and their proms…it’s a great story…and to listen CLICK THIS LINK.
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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.

The Story of Glam and Beautiful Young Women with Amy Rinnels

For twenty-seven years Amy Rinnels has had the pleasure of helping young women as they head toward Prom Season. This is a remarkable story about Glam that started from a rocky beginning as a bridal shop to what has now become the "go-to" location for high-end dresses. I wouldn't have known about this without my granddaughter Jovie, who works at Glam, and told me about the mission of the store. On my first visit I saw vehicles from Kansas, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, South Dakota and yes, Iowa.  And, one other thing Amy told me has to do with the future of our nation and the young people she has met over the years. You are going to love this conversation!
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.

The Story of Master Photographer Geoffrey Mikol

Recently my Bride took a trip with a girlfriend to Galina, Illinois a charming village on the banks of the Mississippi River. They wandered from shop to shop and then ducked into the River Bend Gallery where they met world-class photographer Geoffrey Mikol. Yes, she bought some of his work, came home and shared his story. You see, Geoffrey was born with Down's Syndrome but there is something about him and his ability to capture some incredible images that is truly inspiring. Here you'll meet Geoffrey and his father Paul as we dive into the story of a family pulled together by a very talented son.  You want to feel good about today?  Listen.
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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.

The Business News Headlines 18 March 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.
 

The Business News Headlines and More 15 March 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.
 

The Health Care Crisis: Patient or Pawn with Jo Kline

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.
 
 

The Business News Headlines 14 March 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.

The Business News Headlines 13 March 2024

It's "Hump-Day" and welcome to the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 13th day of March. Click ahead for a wild story about Trader Joe's and what has become the latest internet sensation. We have to wonder if folks have too much money or too much time on their hands. Or, maybe, a little of both? 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:
The Totes going for gold;
Adidas has or will give millions to fight antisemitism;
Robot Taxis take off in Los Angeles;
Dollar Tree and Family Dollar closing 1,000 stores and why;
Native Land and Berkley, California made the news;
Today we're going to talk about...deflation;
The Wall Street Report;
And a story about retail...compassion.
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.

The Business News Headlines and More 11 March 2024

It's the Monday Edition of the Business News Headlines and we kick things off today talking about the inflation report that is coming out tomorrow. Anxious investors, today, on Wall Street paused a bit ahead of the report but we do have some guesses for you. Also today you'll meet Brandon Pollard from Impact - Community Action Partnership an organization in Central Iowa, but also replicated in other states that deals with rural and urban poverty issues.  It's an eye opening conversation so make sure you click ahead. 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:
The Inflation Report and some guesses as to what it will tell us;
Driving inflation may be the price of gasoline and we'll check in;
President Biden and a budget to help working families;
We've got some IPO news for you;
No more security cameras at Airbnb locations;
Teens say their phones cause stress but, there is a but;
The Wall Street Report;
Can $400 million breathe  life into a Minneapolis Mall?
For the interview you'll meet Brandon Pollard from Impact - Community Action Partnership as we talk about poverty in both rural and urban areas and what this organization is doing to manage the growing crisis. We talk about the federal poverty rate, how it is calculated to what programs are being offered not only in Central Iowa but in the 16 regions in the Hawkeye State and beyond. To listen to that 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.