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The Business News Headlines 18 April 2024

It's been a busy day here at "Radio Ranch" as we've been following a string of economic reports that continues to show the strength of the U.S. economy even in the face of crippling interest rates and stubborn inflation. And we start things off today detailing those reports. 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:
The economy and unemployment;
The economy and home sales;
The economy and mid-Atlantic manufacturing;
Who wins? Plastic or the environment a Starbucks story;
The TikToc ban gets new life in the U.S. House;
The sad story of Tesla stock prices yet again;
The Wall Street Report
Where are tech workers headed? You might be surprised.
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 10 April 2024

Welcome back to Insight on Business and the Business News Headlines. A quick factoid: We are celebrating, we think, our 15th year of doing this on a daily basis Sunday through Friday and grateful that you're here with us. 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:
Yep, inflation is still here;
The markets react in a big way;
FCC rules say broadband sellers must be transparent;
Oklahoma vs. Two Texas natural gas companies;
And they are not alone.
Stuff businesses can't do when facing a union vote;
The Wall Street Report;
And, "Shhhhh" says Starbucks.
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 27 March 2024

If you want to drive into Manhattan…New York…not Kansas it’s gonna cost you.  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 27th day of March and thanks for being here. In other news, a day that ends in a Y means yet another TikToK story. Amazon is getting serious about AI with some big money investments. The My Pillow guy is in some hot water in Minnesota. In sports news the coming sale of the Baltimore Orioles is a thing. Fast Food Workers in California are losing their jobs…and it’s a bone headed move by restaurant chains. We’ve got the Wall Street Report and some big news for creators. For the interview if you are seeking to build your business and bring in more customers my friend Phil K. James of Good Milkshake is here to help and it’s pretty damn amazing.  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.
 

How to Acquire More Customers with Phil K. James

He has been at it for fourteen years. My friend Phil K. James and his company Good Milkshake has been helping, mostly restaurants, gain more customers in some very creative ways. Now he has a method that is guaranteed to boost your business and it all has to do with Google Rankings. The really cool thing about this is that it's not just for restaurants. Plumbers, Electricians, Real Estate folks and just about any business can use his method...that just plain works. It is a game changer friends.  Meet Phil:
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 Business News Headlines 28 February 2024

In yet another sign that inflation is coming under control Cox Automotive says price increases are much lower and in some cases dealership are actually cutting prices. That story kicks things off today the 28th day of February. Thanks for being with us.  Yesterday we tried something very different in sharing our stories.  We saw a big rise in downloads.  We'll give that a try again today...hey, that's the back-story.  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 "deflation" of vehicle prices and why;
So, Wendy's what exactly is "dynamic pricing"?
How is the U.S. economy doing?  We'll share the latest;
President Biden and privacy issues;
Gasoline prices are rising. Three reasons as to why;
The Wall Street Report;
Getting less for more?  We're talking about hotels.
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 27 February 2024

Welcome back to The Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 27th day of February as we get ready to "leap" into March. Sorry...had to. Are you ready for "surge pricing" at a popular burger chain?  That story is up first today and if you give us less than 10 minutes you'll be up to speed on some of the big stories of the day.  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:
What is "surge pricing" and will it work for burgers?
This is...weird: Consumers are not as "confident" and
They are now more worried about a recession;
The underlying issue with the Kroger/Albertsons merger;
Sony laying off workers in its gaming division;
Chatbots and Voting...what could go wrong...oy!
The Wall Street Report;
Tuition free medical school. Where and why...we'll share.
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 Sweetness of Entrepreneurship with Tori Boxrucker

From time to time we find what you might call a hyper-local business news story. Usually it's about an entrepreneur who comes up with an idea and...starts a business. That's what we're sharing with you today.  Meet Tori Boxrucker and her start-up, home-based business, ConfectTori. What is it? Yummy homemade soft caramels that she creates in her licensed home kitchen. Here we talk about what got her started, where that name came from and how her business has grown. And if you want some, you can get her sweetness at The Bake Shoppe in Windsor Heights, Iowa. Here is a link to that website. Enjoy!
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 - Valentine's Day 2024

We could not help ourselves. We've got several stories we think you'll find timely on this Valentine's Day 2024 from Miami to procrastination to falling in love with a ChatBot. Not making this up.  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:
What the the Miami Airport have to do with Valentine's Day?
The economic impact of this "Day of Love";
We bet you procrastinated on gift buying and how we know;
What? A strike on Valentine's Day?  Yep;
The lack of socialization is a major issue;
But, some fall in love with their AI ChatBot...no, really;
The Wall Street Report;
Walmart getting into TV and why.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 9 February 2024

The end of yet another busy week. We've been out doing interviews much of the week and we'll be bringing those stories to you real soon. The top line today is about eating out and the 180 McDonald's is doing due to consumer push back on prices. That's coming at you first. 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: 
What's with the $3 hashbrown? McDonald's does a 180;
New inflation data to share with you and it's good;
The missing 200 foot radio tower in Alabama...
And YOU can help them get back on the air!
$5 billion for R&D of U.S. computer chips made the news;
The Wall Street Report;
Don't want to wait? Pay for priority but, there is a but.
A reminder that we're back on Sunday, Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and yes we do stream. 
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.