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The Business News Headlines 20 June 2023

Good to be back with you following a day off yesterday for Juneteenth. We think many people were surprised that the USPS, major banks and Wall Street was closed for the day. Us? We enjoyed taking the day and, to be honest, worked on a couple of other new projects. In today's business news headlines we kick things off about a fake priest...no, really. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:  
A fake priest hired to extract restaurant worker "confessions";
The largest newspaper chain in the U.S. sues Google and why;
Tesla gains another charging station partner;
Walmart & Sam's Club announce a "game changer";
Used car prices are tumbling and what that means for inflation;
Wealthy shoppers at Aldi and why they are telling the world;
The Wall Street Report;
Big pay raises for S&P 500 companies...we'll share who tops the list.
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.

The Business News Headlines and More 14 June 2023

Today, in the United States it's Flag Day.  While not a federal holiday it does have an interesting twist of history and, yes, we'll share. Also today you'll learn about EO or the Entrepreneurs Organization. My guest is Andy Lashier who runs EO-Iowa and we'll dive into what the organization is, what they do and how you might benefit.  Click through for that conversation. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:  
We got a flag before we became the United States;
The Fed holds the line on rate hikes and what that means for you;
UPS and the Teamsters have reached a "cool" agreement;
Starbucks ordered to pay $25.6 million and why;
Meanwhile the $26 billion gamble that paid off for Microsoft;
The Wall Street Report;
And, some good news for...renters.
For the interview a story about the international group known as Entrepreneurs Organization or EO for short. My guest is Andy Lashier from EO-Iowa who explains what the group does in their peer to peer meetings and how all of this works. Yes, there are specific qualifications and we'll cover that as well. How might your company benefit from EO?  Have a listen and then make a contact with Andy or the international headquarters.
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.

The Business News Headlines 13 June 2023

Welcome back! Today we're going to take a deeper dive into the new Consumer Price Index that tells us inflation is easing. In fact May was the eleventh month in a row that has seen the inflation numbers shrink. But, of course, there is a but and we'll cover that as well. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:  
Disengaged at work? You are not alone;
Hard to believe but Instapot has filed Chapter 11;
The new report on inflation is very encouraging;
But, there is a but when it comes to food;
Oh, and there is also something called "Service Inflation";
What does Dave Ramsey say about buying a new vehicle?
Dealers are not going to like that story.
The Wall Street Report;
What size business is embracing the 4-day work week? 
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.

The Business News Headlines 7 June 2023

We're wrapping up things here in our Des Moines, Iowa studio as we head east to Iowa City for the annual event known as EntreFest. It's a gathering of experienced entrepreneurs and those who wish to become entrepreneurs. Speakers from across the country will be tackling a host of issues and we'll be there gathering interviews and sharing those with you next week. As for today this is the early edition of the Business News Headlines! And remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:  
Advertising coming to Prime Video?
Get ready for a beef price increase...and why;
MasterCard is making a move that will impact millions;
Martha Stewart and her distain for remote work;
Taco Bell is moving to a vegan menu...on item at a time;
The Wall Street Report;
Outrage over a RTO decision at a major company...ouch!
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.

The Business News Headlines 6 June 2023

It's the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 6th day of June, thanks for being with us.  A programming note; later this week we're on the road again.  This time we're in Iowa City, Iowa for EntreFest a gathering of over 350 startups to established entrepreneurs who will be there to network, learn and earn. I was honored to speak at the event two years running. This time we're there to interview some very interesting folks for the show.  Meanwhile, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:    
Waiting for a UPS delivery? We should talk;
Empty offices and the impact it's having on cities;
Ford issues a recall...think fire;
Olive oil infused...coffee? Yeah, it's a thing;
Dave Ramsey is in some hot water, think legal;
Fortune 500 female CEO's?  Yep for the first time;
The Wall Street Report;
Consumer giving up on pricey food delivery companies.
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.

The Business News Headlines 31 May 2023

Welcome to this the final day of May 2023. Glad you are with us and once again we're coming to you from the second largest city in Nevada...Henderson.  I'm told the population here has rocketed upward as a result of folks from California seeking the desert lifestyle and cheaper living.  Just ahead some of the big business news stories of the day.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:   
Oh Oh...a surge in open jobs may be an issue;
A troubling story about Dollar General;
Amazon's Ring to pay millions because...
So, how much is Twitter worth...now?  Some thoughts;
Retirees are leaving Florida and going...where and why?
CEO salaries are down a bit...but there is a but;
The Wall Street Report;
What? THIS company is now too "WOKE" for many?
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.

The Business News Headlines 30 May 2023

Greetings and welcome back to the Business News Headlines. If you were off over the past weekend we hope it was meaningful and provided you with some rest and relaxation. Us? We're on assignment this week in "hot" Henderson, Nevada but grateful to have made it here and be with you.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:   
Winners in the Debt Ceiling Deal?
Nothing new...we were here in 2011;
The new fashion trend for...Swifties?
What Britain may do about inflation;
Cracker Barrel closing some stores;
Walmart anti-theft programs are too harsh?
Oh how we must love tax cheats;
The Wall Street Report;
How WFH is impacting the suburbs.
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.

The Business News Headlines & More 24 May 2023

Welcome back to the Wednesday Edition of the Business News Headlines for this the 24th day of May. Along with the headlines make sure you click through for a high power conversation with Tommy Breedlove the best selling author of "Legendary" who will outline what it takes for you...yes you...to become legendary.  I promise you'll learn so much and what a fun conversation. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:   
More travel advisories about visiting Florida;
Target pulls merchandise due to threats;
One major player says the U.S. will not default;
The CDC is investigating a salmonella outbreak;
A retail success story that was not supposed to happen;
The Wall Street Report;
Seems that Tesla's favorability ain't so...favorable. 
For the interview...you are in for a treat. Tommy Breedlove is the best selling author of "Legendary" and in this conversation he'll share with you what it takes for you to also become legendary in not only business but in your personal life.  It's a fast romp of great ideas that we think you'll totally enjoy. To listen to that conversation click here.
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.

The Business News Headlines and More 18 May 2023

Thanks for coming by for yet another edition of the Business News Headlines. Grateful you're with us again today. Just ahead several hot business news stories of the day and make sure you click through to listen to immigration attorney Lori Chesser as we discuss workforce issues, immigration and what she has experienced in her long career. It's quite the conversation. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:   
DeSantis vs. Disney and Economics;
The Supreme Court and online platforms;
Mortgage rates climb yet again;
Ice is a big deal over at Starbucks;
Chick-fil-a is closing a store...but not just any store;
Walmart echoes what Target just reported;
Russia has been getting airline parts. Illegal but true;
The Wall Street Report;
Some pot news regarding employment tests.
Also, make sure you click through to listen to a conversation about immigration and the workforce crisis. Our returning guest is immigration attorney Lori Chesser from Dentons Davis Brown who has decades of experience in this area. It all makes for an interesting discussion. To listen to 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 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.

The Business News Headlines 17 May 2023

Welcome back to what has turned out to be the Late Edition of the Business News Headlines. We've been on the phone most of the day securing additional conversations with business leaders from across the country so the news...well, is a bit late.  However, we've got some interesting stories for you. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:   
Hope springs eternal...and the Debt Ceiling;
Some retailers are hitting the "recession button"
And, we'll share who that might be and why;
A fun story about...wieners;
Kraft-Heinz wants you to "mix it up" a bit;
Tipping McDonald's workers made the news;
The Wall Street Report;
 A new study reports faults in corporate DEI efforts.
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.