Insight On Business the News Hour
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Connecting Business to Consumer meet Leisa Fox
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Here you'll meet Leisa Fox the entrepreneur behind Fox Growth Strategies an organization that connects businesses with their best target consumer. She, and her team, also help sales professionals better understand the importance of building solid relationships long before asking the the sale. That and...what is she drinking this summer? Good stuff all the way around, meet Leisa!
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.
Friday Jun 09, 2023
The Business News Headlines 9 June 2023
Friday Jun 09, 2023
Friday Jun 09, 2023
Welcome to the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines. Grateful to be back in our Des Moines Metro studio. It's been a great couple of days with entrepreneurs during EntreFest this year held in Iowa City. We'll be sharing a couple of conversations we gathered while there during our Sunday gathering, Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review that airs at Noon Central and, yes, we stream. 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 new look at a Chicago Walgreens and why;
Netflix is rockin' as they crack down on password sharing;
If we're in such a mess how come the markets are running like bulls?
A report about household income and debt;
A wild story about stolen Ford F-150 pickups...no, it's really something.
The Wall Street Report;
Women and the pay gap. You won't believe how much women have lost...
It's frightening, ugly and wrong.
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.
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
The Business News Headlines & More 14 March 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines. It's been just a couple of days since the failure of two banks...might more follow? Wall Street seemed to put much of that behind it. But, I'm getting ahead of myself. For the interview you'll meet Dr. Anthony Coleman the President/CEO of Broadlawns Medical Center a public hospital located in Des Moines, Iowa. But, make no mistake what he shares with us is impacting every community based hospital in the nation and you'll learn some surprising facts. 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:
Today is Equal Pay Day and what that means;
Are more banks in trouble? We have a list;
Inflation ticked down for the 8th month in a row;
Target is set to close several stores...we have a list;
Meta will lay off thousands more and pause hiring;
What might that mean to the stability of the platform?
Chipotle is adding a new item...we struggle to figure it out;
The Wall Street Report;
"No Gifts Please" becoming the new wedding normal?
Those stories PLUS a conversation with Dr. Anthony Coleman that we found astounding. He shares such things as how Zip Codes can predict healthcare issues, the four social issues that can spell trouble for people and impact their health. Plus we talk about visioning, funding and more. 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.
Friday Mar 10, 2023
The Business News Headlines 10 March 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
It's the end of yet another work week...well, for some anyway. A reminder that we're back this Sunday at Noon Central and ONLY on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and yes we do stream. And, remember to, on Sunday, set your clocks forward if you are in one of the states that continues to have Daylight Savings Time. There is a movement to do away with it. Me? I honestly never notice. We just keep working. 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 bank collapsed today and it's a big deal;
What happened and why? We'll sort it out;
The US added a bunch of jobs in February;
Also the unemployment ticked up a bit;
Guess who is being left out of a surging economy...
More "issues" over at Wells Fargo;
The Wall Street Report;
A streamer is about to get a new name and...more.
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.
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
The Business News Headlines & More 9 March 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
We've got a full boat for you today as we talk about a host of things that will impact you and your life...if not today...in the very near future. And, make sure you click ahead for the conversation with a returning guest, Jessica Dunker from the newly minted Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association and the Iowa Restaurant Association. So much to share. 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:
No, not layoffs, just looking for folks who want to...quit;
U.S. automakers and EV's. What that means for workers;
A closer look at Lithium-Ion batteries and...fires;
What's the deal with U.S. retailers and...Canada?
The potato shortage is causing some menu changes;
The Wall Street Report;
"They don't know what they are missing." A vanishing job sector.
For the interview you'll meet Jessica Dunker who was first on our newscast way back in 2014. Today she is here to talk about the new Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association and why that was created and she'll offer up some interesting stories about the world of restaurants. Always a great conversation and you can hear it all by clicking 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.
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
The New Iowa Hotel & Lodging Assn. and some Restaurant News with Jessica Dunker
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
I took a look at how many times and how long we've had Jessica Dunker on the air with us. Seems she has shared our microphones six times with the first being back in 2014. Jessica is the President/CEO of the newly minted Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association as well as the established Iowa Restaurant Association. Here we talk about why the lodging industry needs a voice at the table, what workforce concerns they have and more. We'll also offer some new restaurant news and how advocacy for that industry saved so many eating and drinking spots. Jessica Dunker...just a click away!
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.
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
The Business News Headlines 8 March 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
It's the Business News Headlines wrapped up in under ten minutes. Today a couple of job stories and nearly everybody is waiting on what the Fed might do for interest rates. Wall Street ended the day mixed and more. But, we're getting ahead of ourselves. 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:
Food prices are going down but...not for you;
Some new job numbers to share with you;
This German company could see its first operating loss in over 30 years;;
U.S. regulators to shut down an airline merger;
Some interesting news about the U.S. economy;
New Jobs and The Fed...what you should know;
The Wall Street Report;
Ford takes the wraps off the "Men's Only SUV".
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.
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Doing Business in a World Dominated by Men - Meet Terri Stevens
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
She started selling recycled tractor parts when she was seventeen. Something not many young women did in the 1970's. Fast forward several years and she became the owner of The Tractor Barn. Today Terri Stevens sells tractors, parts, lawn and garden machines to an ever expanding customer base. We caught up with Terri in Nashville at the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association Annual Conference & Trade Show. How have things changed in her world...let's find out.
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.
Monday Jan 30, 2023
From Teaching to Training meet Stacy Oselette of Tero International
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
She spent years in the elementary classroom and recently made the decision to entre the corporate world and become a Training Coordinator for Tero International. Here we sit down with Stacy Oselette and talk about that role and how it's similar to the teaching profession and what she hopes to learn from being involved in something brand new. Pay attention to the final observation that deals with confidence. It's part of what Tero International does not only for clients but also employees.
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.
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
The Business News Headlines & More 24 January 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines! We are, as always, grateful that you're spending some time with us learning about some of the big business news of the day in headline form. And, today you'll be introduced to singer/songwriter Hayley Payne who left her Owensboro, Kentucky home and relocated in Nashville, Tennessee in search of being discovered and becoming the next country superstar. It's a fun conversation about a hosts of Music City issues. 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:
America's largest employer just raised wages...again;
Is Ticketmaster too...big?
Americans are quickly turning to these stores for food;
Record numbers of these things are missing...and why;
More job cuts announced in the manufacturing sector;
The Wall Street Report;
And, Amazon makes some health care news.
For the interview you'll meet singer/songwriter Hayley Payne who sat down with us in Nashville to give you the inside scoop about the music industry from being discovered to agents, recording, marketing and more. Plus if you click ahead you'll also see her latest music video that we think is a hoot and why she says that's a real world example of who she is. To listen and watch, 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.