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The Business News Headlines 1 April 2021

Welcome to a brand new month and, nope, no April Fools stuff going on here today but...oh the memories of those pranks still make me smile. Want to follow us on Twitter? You can do that @IOB_NewsHour.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The American Jobs Plan...we break it down;
The life events that impact your care insurance costs;
"No Jab - No Job" says an employer and they mean it;
The Satan Shoe went to court;
The Wall Street Report;
An update on the Pfizer vaccine.
Speaking of vaccines today you'll meet Brian Finley the Iowa City, Iowa man who several weeks ago launched @IAVaccineAlerts on Twitter. And now has done the same thing for Minnesota, Nebraska, Illinois and Missouri...all as a volunteer.  He'll share why he did it...how it works and some of the stumbles he's had.  It's a great story and you can hear is by clicking ahead.
Thanks for listening! 
 

The Business News Headlines 31 March 2021

On the final day of March and the end of the First Quarter we've had a busy news day and here is what we've got for you:
Fired for pre-marital sex;
What to do with your vaccination card;
Student loans, COVID and relief;
Microsoft and a $22 billion deal;
Coca-Cola and Voter Suppression;
The Wall Street Report;
The American Jobs Plan;
The ADP Jobs Report;
Paper products to go up in price?
For the interview it's Rob Perry the director of sales and marketing for Reliable Aftermarket Parts and their wholesale division AIC Aftermarket Parts. Learn about the rapid growth of this Michigan based company over the past five years and what they deem is the "secret sauce" for success. To listen in, just click here.
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Rapid Growth for this Michigan Based Company - Reliable Aftermarket Parts

For a company that had a very modest beginning, like in the garage of the the owner, Reliable Aftermarket Parts has been booming during the past several years and is now headquartered in an impressive new location in Williamston, Michigan. In addition the company recently launched a wholesale division AIC Replacement Parts. With me to break all of this down is Rob Perry the director of sales and marketing. We'll talk about market segments, the humble beginnings, transportation issues and the obsession with customer service. And, we promised to share the video that gives you a great look at their back-story. Meet Rob....
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 March 2021

The next to the last day of March 2021 and thanks for coming by. Hey, if you want to follow us on Twitter we're @IOB_NewsHour so you can keep up with breaking news and the markets all day long.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The boat is afloat but shortages may be coming;
More time to make an IRA or HSA contribution;
The evection ban has some landlords...selling out;
Bitcoin and Burritos;
Game Stop and Amazon;
Virginia to expand rail service...it's a big deal;
The Wall Street Report;
Oh, and...Satan Shoes in the news.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 23 March 2021

Welcome back and we've got quite the mixed bag of news for you today plus an interesting conversation about high mileage vehicles that may not be that high at all. But first the news:
Rather than $15/hr how about profit sharing;
The "dust up" over Greenland;
What? A new social media platform?
The IRS and...Tax Evasion;
The Wall Street Report;
This U.S. city is the first to pay reparations.
For the interview Karl Brauer is back from ISeeCars.com and this time we're talking about those high-mileage vehicles that consumers disregard but, in reality, they may only be starting their life cycle. We'll look at the top 16 vehicles in the U.S. that are still running strong after 200,000 plus miles. It's really good stuff! To listen, click here! 
Thanks for being here! 

Vehicles Still Rolling Past 200,000 Miles with Karl Brauer

Let's say you're looking for a good used vehicle but you're turned off because the mileage looks too high. With me today is ISeeCars.com analyst Karl Brauer with a listing of the vehicles still on the road at 200,000 miles plus. Perhaps, that high mileage vehicle hasn't even reached its prime...especially if it's one of these. Listen in as we roll through the makes and models and you're in for a surprise. 
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 10 February 2021

Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of the business news headlines and stay with us for the interview as we talk cleaning and Covid with Joe Galasso from Protective Environmental Systems.  Here are the news stories for you:
Biden & Romney agree on this;
A deeper look at the Biden Plan for kids;
Landlords and rent...it's a mess;
A mortgage forbearance story;
Stocks waivered on the words of the Fed Chair;
GM beats estimates but has chip troubles;
The Wall Street Report;
Is the 9 - 5 workday...gone?
For the interview we welcome back Joe Galasso the founder of Protective Environmental Systems a company that manufacturers American made hardware and chemicals to deal with viruses. In this segment we talk about cleaning protocols the South African variant and more.  To hear Joe just click this link.
Thanks for listening!  

The Business News Headlines 9 February 2021

Welcome back and thanks for listening. Wall Street investors took a pause today and we'll share that story and these. Plus make sure you stick around for the interview today with Jill Gonzalez from Wallet Hub as we discuss which states are "Safe" with regard to COVID19 and which states are unsafe.  It's a stunning report.  But, first the news:
A look at mortgage delinquencies and a surprise;
Investors hit the pause button;
Apple and autonomous vehicles;
GameStop dropped again today;
Banks & Overdraft Fees a story and tips;
The Wall Street Report;
"Who let the Dogecoin out" and more on Bitcoin.
Those stories plus this conversation with Wallet Hub analyst Jill Gonzalez about COVID19 and the states, using five metrics, their study says are safe and those who they say are...unsafe.  To listen to that shocking story, click here.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines & More 4 February 2021

We're nearly to Friday, how is that possible? Today in the business news headlines we've got a look at some job numbers and what happened on Wall Street that moved the markets.  Plus a conversation with a very interesting entrepreneur from Los Angeles. Let's go:
New records were set on Wall Street and why;
The fired CEO of Parler is talking;
Ford is back in the news today;
First time unemployment numbers were lower;
But, the number of job cuts is worrisome;
Canada Goose, the coats - not the bird, has a story;
The Wall Street Report;
Ever heard of "Boomerang Employees"? You will.
Those stories and for the interview you'll meet voiceover artist Laura Keenan. "Tough as nails with a sleek sense of style".  She has an amazing story about how much work she's put into her craft over the past several years and is just now launching. The dedication, study and guidance is really something. To listen, just click here.
Thanks for coming by! 

The Business News Headlines 1 February 2021

It's a brand new month and welcome to the business news headlines for the first day of February. You're just a click away from some of the big business news headlines plus an interesting conversation about Americans and their cars and trucks.  Before that, he're what we've got for you:
Wall Street turned around today;
GameStop and other lose value;
Reports are that Robinhood is seeking more cash;
Large investors keeping tabs on the disruption;
The DOJ, SpaceX and hiring practices;
More mitten news...it's a real thing you know;
Vending machines and COVID19;
The Wall Street Report;
Quality over Quantity - Men/Women & Networking. 
Those stories plus a look at quality and American vehicles. People in the U.S. are holding on to their cars and trucks longer and longer. Is it due to the economy or the quality of the manufacturing. And, which vehicles top the list of keepers?  My guest is Karl Brauer the Executive Analyst for ISeeCars.com.  Click here to listen. 
Thanks for listening!