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Israel a Business Story with Jarad Bernstein

Several days ago Jarad Bernstein, a close friend, and the Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines, Iowa came back to the United States following three days in Northern Israel which happens to be a major tourist and agricultural section of the country. Here we talk about the economic impact the war in Gaza is having on local businesses and the people who run them  We'll also discuss some amazing things volunteers from all over the world are doing in their support of Israel at this critical time.
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 12 March 2024

Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines. Today we kick things off talking about inflation. I know, you're tired of that but this is really important and not as scary as you may think...if you are just reading the headlines. Meanwhile, 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:
Inflation is up but, there is a but;
The Wall Street Reaction was interesting;
Now McDonald's is changing things up in the UK and Ireland;
Hey, it's Equal Pay Day and we've got some shocking numbers;
Social Media Influencers are in Washington, D.C. and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Uber and Emissions you can track.
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 8 March 2024

Welcome back to this the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines and a reminder that we're back on the air Sunday, Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review.  Top news stories of the past week along with two new business conversations. And, yes we do stream.  Meanwhile, 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:
Surprise! The U.S. adds a boat-load of jobs;
That impacted the markets;
Might TikToc be banned in the U.S.? Looks like it;
An ALS drug may get pulled and we'll share why;
A new tax credit to spur the housing market;
The Wall Street Report;
What? "Self-Screening" at the airport?  It's a story!
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 7 March 2024

It was a wild day on Wall Street as data and the second day of Jerome Powell on Capital Hill spurred investors to invest. And, yes, the S&P 500 hit yet another milestone above 5,100. It's been exciting to watch.  We'll cover that story and more today the 7th of March. Meanwhile, 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:
A day that ends in a "Y" sees another sketchy AI story;
MACA!  Make America Chew Again...gum that is.  We have the story;
Attorneys General and Meta and Bad Actors taking over accounts;
Starbucks has new offerings for spring. Us?  Hmmmm;
The blowout Wall Street Report;
Getting insurance for home and business is going to get...difficult.
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 6 March 2024

Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of The Business News Headlines for this the 6th day of March. Coming up today we've got a couple of climate change stories mostly about how Europe seems to get it while the U.S. is pretty divided on the issue. But we kick things off talking about the Central Bank and interest rates. 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 will cut interest rates...but when?
Musk vs. OpenAI - It's becoming quite the show;
Because you have so much extra cash lying around
How about more online casino games?
Europe and Climate Change: First up Albania;
Second, the popularity of over-night trains;
The U.S. House passes a $460b spending package
The Wall Street Report;
Looking for a new gig?  Become an astronaut!
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 1 March 2024

Welcome to a new month which will see not only St. Patrick's Day but also our youngest son celebrating his birthday.  You go Aaron! Coming up in the Business News Headlines a story about the "Ghosts of Cable TV".  It's a deep dive into the changing viewing habits of Americans and well worth your time. Then a reminder we're back with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and yes, we stream.  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 happened to MTV, BET, HGTV and others?
It's a story about the "Ghosts of Cable TV";
Are our railroads...safe?  Growing concern among many;
Public Money for Private Schools...the fight in Nebraska;
The Wall Street Report;
The hits keep coming...another EV manufacturing company.
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 Business News Headlines 23 February 2024

Imagine increasing the market value of your business by a whopping $273 billion...in one day. That's how we kick things off this afternoon in this the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines. Thanks for being with us again today and give us under 10 minutes and you are up to speed on some of the big stories of the day.  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:
Its stock up 16% and $273 billion increase in value;
Yes, Nvidia has been putting up some impressive numbers;
The AT&T outage from Thursday explained...sort of;
Can we talk about the use of land-lines?
Next!  Yes, United just raised checked bag fees too;
Concert ticket sales are surging and who you are going to see;
A Taylor Swift story about Kansas City that we missed;
The Wall Street Report;
Your age seems to dictate where you...live.
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 22 February 2024

Welcome back to The Business News Headlines on this the 22nd day of February which also happens to be National Margarita Day.  Restaurants and watering holes across the country are offering specials...like half-price drinks.  Enjoy! Coming up today, along with the business headlines you'll meet Trevonte Diggs the videographer from Tero International. He'll be offering video tips, and tricks to help you and your business better tell your story. In addition we'll talk about the amazing video recording studio that your business can...use. Meanwhile, 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:
It happened again...jobless claims fell;
Major cell phone carriers were down in the U.S.;
Google is halting its AI program Gemini and why;
New news about mortgage rates;
Lot's of economic data coming next week;
Inflation numbers? You've got to hear this;
The Wall Street Report;
Half of college grads are not working in their degree profession.
For the interview you'll be reunited with our friend Trevonte Diggs the amazing videographer at Tero International  Trevonte will share what he has learned since we sat down with him a  year ago and offer your business some solid tips on creating a winning story for your product or service. In addition Tero has an amazing video studio that is available for use. 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 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.