Best OffBeat Business Media Podcasts (2024)

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Inflation is down, unemployment is up, the economy is… both? 17:28

1d ago17:28

17:28

The last week has offered American economic data geeks the thrill of a lifetime: a new jobs report, updates on the core consumer price index, and those elusive inflation stats the Fed has been waiting for. What do you need to know and most importantly, what the hell does it all mean for you? Plus: Samsung unveils Galaxy Ring and Walmart opens autom…

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What the heck is ‘Summerween’ and why is it viral? 13:39

2d ago13:39

13:39

Halloween comes earlier every year as businesses just can’t wait to sell their new wave of spooky decor. The holiday used to be saved for fall, but now summer is getting its dose of horror. So why is Summerween so viral and what does that do for the Halloween economy? Plus: Samsung unveils Galaxy Ring and Walmart opens automated grocery distributio…

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305: Short-Term Rentals: A Pathway to Financial Freedom for Expats – Tim Hubbard 59:00

3d ago59:00

59:00

As many of you know, we have been structuring some amazing real estate deals for short-term rentals lately, including beachfront properties in Brazil, apartments in Paraguay and condos in Panama. Because of that, I thought I would replay an excellent interview I did on managing short-term rentals a couple of years ago with Tim Hubbard. Now, it's im…

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Does Gen Z have vacation anxiety? 15:35

3d ago15:35

15:35

“Quiet vacationing” aka taking bonus PTO without asking, has become status quo among Gen Z and Millennials, but a survey from Babbel concludes that this is actually because the young workforce is working with “loud vacation” anxiety. So what’s the vacation anxiety all about and where does it come from? Plus: Etsy cracks down on AI-made products and…

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The inflatable future of space stations 13:44

4d ago13:44

13:44

In 2030 the International Space Station will be replaced by an inflatable one. The Large Integrated Flexible Environment, or LIFE is set to shake up everything about space station technology, starting with the material it's built from. So how does it work and how will it change our space research? Plus: Boeing avoids a 737 Max trial and Copenhagen …

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AI monthly update: Apple AI is here and Nvidia tops Microsoft 16:37

5d ago16:37

16:37

Last month pushed AI even further. From Apple’s long-awaited AI announcement to Claude 3.5 and TikTok’s AI avatars, there’s much more changing in our world. Today we’re joined again by Martina Bretous, the editor of Hubspot’s Next in AI (blog.hubspot.com/ai) to talk through June’s most important AI news and what it could mean for your future. Plus:…

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The world ran out of everything in 2020. How can we fix the supply chain? 34:15

6d ago34:15

34:15

Remember how shipping took forever during pandemic? How there were shortages of medical supplies and cars? Peter Goodman, a New York Times journalist and author of How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain, joins us to discuss how the global supply chain became such a mess and how we should protect it going forward. Join o…

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304: Expat News: Bukele’s Bitcoin Bank, Portugal Shuns Expats, & Milei’s Record Surplus 33:36

10d ago33:36

33:36

A Bitcoin bank in El Salvador? That's the headline that sits atop this week’s Expat News, the third edition in this series, where I analyze the latest news affecting the expat world. We've had a lot of really great feedback about this new segment we're doing on the show, so I do plan on making this a regular aspect of the show, so enjoy today’s Exp…

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Bic for Her: the pitfalls of gendered marketing 11:43

10d ago11:43

11:43

You’d think a simple pen company couldn’t spark outrage, but Bic somehow got the job done. Bic for Her, a collection of smaller, pinker pens for women, debuted in 2011 and immediately caused controversy. But how did something like this even get greenlit and how long did it last on the market? Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett, as they t…

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Microsoft Bob: the most hated UI in company history 13:43

11d ago13:43

13:43

In 1995 Microsoft users were given a short-lived change to their user interface. Instead of the usual desktop, people instead found a cartoon house as their homepage with several animated assistants. So what were the pain points with Microsoft Bob and did any of it live on? Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett, as they take you through our…

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Explaining extended reality: AR vs VR vs MR 12:39

12d ago12:39

12:39

AR, VR and MR are taking over the digital landscape. Each has a specific part to play in extending our potentially mundane realities into the metaverse, but how do you differentiate between the three and how are they all being used differently? Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett, as they take you through our most interesting stories of t…

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The ethics of AI in creative industries (and what we can do about it) 22:44

13d ago22:44

22:44

Hidden Door CEO Hilary Mason joins the show today for a chat about how AI integration can augment human creativity in gaming. Hidden Door uses AI to create incredible worlds based on stories that users can interact with and customize. We’ll discuss with Hilary how this is possible and the wider ethics of integrating AI into gaming and creativity fo…

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The robotaxi industry heats up, and not just because a Waymo car is on fire 17:36

15d ago17:36

17:36

The robotaxi market is getting competitive even as many models and companies have consistent issues. With the makers of Bugatti throwing their hat in the ring, can Waymo, Cruise, Tesla, or Amazon come out on top? Plus: Uber offers $1k to ditch your car and Amazon hits a $2T valuation. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Ben Berkley, as they take you thr…

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To tip or not to tip: Who should pay service workers? 16:13

16d ago16:13

16:13

Tip culture is at a tipping point in the US, with more opportunities than ever to tip. However, some have decided not to tip at all…anywhere. So tipping influencers aside, who should pay service workers a liveable wage? Plus: Toys R Us taps ChatGPT and Volkswagen invests $5B in EVs. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett, as they take you th…

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303: Javier Milei’s Presidency: The Real Impact On Freedom In Argentina – Skot Sheller 1:03:51

17d ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Javier Milei has been the talk of freedom-oriented expat circles since the libertarian firebrand was elected president of Argentina last year. Today, I am joined by Skot Sheller, who has been following Milei’s work for years and is himself pursuing Argentinian citizenship. Enjoy today’s discussion as Skot and I look at what Javier Milei has really …

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Fast food is getting cheaper. But is it still too pricey? 15:58

17d ago15:58

15:58

McDonald’s, Burger King, and other restaurants have begun cutting menu prices over the last few weeks. But is it too little, too late for an industry that hiked prices for the better part of the last decade? Plus: Tesla recalls and Robotaxis for all. Join our hosts Mark Dent and Katherine Laidlaw, as they take you through our most interesting stori…

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AI’s latest innovation: potentially ruining the environment 15:23

19d ago15:23

15:23

The amount of AI development is staggering today, but with all innovation comes a price. In this case, the environment is taking the brunt of AI’s large energy demands. Will large tech companies like Google slow down and create solutions anytime soon? Plus: Shopify launches an AI sidekick and Paramount+ increases its price. Join our hosts Jon Weige…

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Can AI make in-person shopping easier? Target sure hopes so 13:30

20d ago13:30

13:30

AI is finding its way to bleed into every industry. This time it’s making headway into retailers like Target and Walmart to help consumers and workers alike have a better shopping experience. Given AI has already failed in some retailers, will it find a sweet spot this time? Plus: Inside Out 2 is the highest grossing film of 2024 and Dell employees…

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Releasing Control: Growing Stronger in My Faith 1:24:37

20d ago1:24:37

1:24:37

Offbeat Podcast is dedicated to having Real and Authentic Conversations about real life issues. Recorded in the beautiful city of San Bernardino, CA we hope you enjoy our show and please like, share and subscribe to our channel. We thank you in advance and dont forget to have those Real Authentic Conversations!…

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Smoking is Cool. Now, So is Quitting. 15:45

21d ago15:45

15:45

Well, smoking is cool again. Run go watch any of the biggest films and tv from the past year. What do you notice? They all feature cigarettes and vapes. And today, many Gen Z who try e-cigarettes remain e-cigarette users (CDC). So we talk with a new company called Blip about how they plan to un-hook an entire generation. The Growth Show is a specia…

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How Gen Z uses fortune telling to invest… and if it actually works 13:33

23d ago13:33

13:33

Gen Z is now more likely than any other generation to hold stock. With apps like Robinhood available at a tap, the young generation is very familiar with the market. However, how they approach investing might be a bit different. Fortune telling has made its way into financial decision making, but can tarot cards and astrology really direct you towa…

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Is AI coming for freelance jobs? 14:02

24d ago14:02

14:02

Since the introduction of ChatGPT, the demand for online freelance jobs has decreased quite a bit. It seems like AI is taking over everything lately, but people who are looking to make some cash on sites like Fiverr and Upwork are feeling that a bit more nowadays. So what professions are feeling the decline and is it really that bad? Join our hosts…

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302: Social Media In The Age Of Technocracy – Wilfried Ligthart 53:19

24d ago53:19

53:19

How can you get your message out in the Age of Technocracy? Today’s guest, Wilfried Ligthart is a renowned Digital Blacksmith with a deep understanding of the evolving digital landscape. He specializes in driving external traffic, developing engaging online communities, and converting digital audiences into profitable customers. As we discuss in to…

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The $11m state of fake meats 14:27

26d ago14:27

14:27

Lab-grown meat got banned in Florida, and other states like Alabama, Arizona and Tennessee are almost there too. Amidst the national backlash though, there are still plant-based meat companies that are securing large funding. Enter Tender, a startup that has a fast food chain contract and over $11m in funding. So what does the future of plant-based…

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Explaining the $18.4B seaweed economy and how you can cash in 14:49

27d ago14:49

14:49

What’s up with seaweed? The plant now has lots of startups attached to its name with generous funding and a global market totaling $18.4B. So how are companies across industries making millions off seaweed and how can yours be one of them? Plus: Summer Fridays have fallen off and Someone is trying to charge Apple for his divorce costs. Join our hos…

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How Uber reshaped cities 23:42

28d ago23:42

23:42

When Uber first launched in most US cities, it didn’t have legal permission to operate – the ultimate example of moving fast and breaking things. Katie Wells, author of Disrupting D.C.: The Rise of Uber and The Fall of The City, joins to discuss the impact the ride-sharing giant has had on cities ever since as it grows to more than 100 million mont…

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The pizza business is… plateauing gasp 16:48

30d ago16:48

16:48

Since its pandemic boom, the pizza industry has slowed down quite a bit. With low sales growth metrics among all restaurant segments, your local slice shop and nationwide favorites aren’t getting any extra cheese lately. So why is pizza slowing down and what can be done about it? Plus: Amazon gets hit with a billion dollar lawsuit and LinkedIn hire…

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AI beauty pageants are a thing now? 17:59

1M ago17:59

17:59

Miss AI is the latest ridiculous AI development you probably didn’t know about. It’s a pageant for AI generated “women” that are judged on looks as well as the AI that created them. Is this odd competition a shadow of innovations to come, or is it a one-off strange dystopian event? Plus: Waymo is in recall mode and Sony acquires Alamo Drafthouse. J…

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301: Beyond The Backyard: Investing In Brazil’s Beachfront 2:31:42

1M ago2:31:42

2:31:42

The prime beachside developments I unveiled in this past weekend’s webinar, along with my friend John Palumbo, have already demonstrated to me first-hand that they are cash flow machines. I am thrilled to be now able to share this opportunity with my audience. Not to spoil the surprise, but we sold out the project live on the call. However, I worke…

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Inside Apple’s vision for AI 14:29

1M ago14:29

14:29

Apple announced its take on AI, Apple Intelligence. What will it mean for iOS users and the AI future? Plus, a big day for the economy and Warner Bros. Discovery’s latest sports TV rights deal. Join our hosts Mark Dent and Katherine Laidlaw, as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Grab HubSpot's free AI-Powered Customer Pl…

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The science of cheating death 13:42

1M ago13:42

13:42

Cryonics startup Cradle Healthcare Co has so far earned $48m in funding to make eternal life a reality. Other than pausing biology though, there are more pursuits here that include organ freezing and brain sample preservation. So how could this technology change our lives and is there anything stopping it? Plus: Bad Boys 4 cleans up at the box offi…

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Is the Last Vegas Sphere the future of entertainment? 18:04

1M ago18:04

18:04

Las Vegas added another attraction to its list in The Sphere, a $2.3B LED screen orb. This orb has been putting on performances since 2023 and continues to try and reshape the live entertainment space. So is The Sphere the future or live entertainment? And are these expensive events taking over? Plus: Ikea is getting in on Roblox and the US sees th…

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The Anti-Girlboss 33:26

1M ago33:26

33:26

Jennifer Romolini had what she thought was the dream: a C-suite job at a tech company, a hit book, and a coveted spot on the conference speaking circuit. So why did it suck so much? She joins us to talk about workaholism, toxic girl boss culture, and finding a better way to feed the ambition monster in all of us. Join our host Katherine Laidlaw, fo…

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Should we slow down AI development? 15:05

1M ago15:05

15:05

AI is developing at a rapid pace. It’s going so fast that regulations can’t keep up and sometimes neither can the public that uses it. So how do we slow down this industry-wide arms race and is there any way to ensure safety at a pace like this? Plus: Humane’s AI Pin could be a fire hazard and Robinhood acquires a UK crypto exchange. Join our hosts…

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The cost of good content 14:53

1M ago14:53

14:53

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek recently described the cost of content as being “close to zero.” Numerous musicians protested, again bringing to the forefront Spotify’s controversial payment practices and support for creators. Plus: the potential birth of the Texas Stock Exchange, and Netflix’s budding gaming portfolio. Join our hosts Juliet Bennett and Mark…

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300: Living Internationally: Lessons From 300 Episodes 53:46

1M ago53:46

53:46

300 episodes—I truly can’t believe it! In many ways, it feels like yesterday when I recorded the first episode of the Expat Money Show. At the same time, my life and this company have changed drastically since that day. Today, I decided to invite my good friend and colleague Marc Clair—who has known me for nearly as long as I have been doing this s…

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The truth about fake, overpriced airport restaurants 17:33

1M ago17:33

17:33

Airport food is a drag sometimes. Many of the restaurants in US airports are oddly generic in name and are one-off establishments. We’re not talking about McDonald’s, we’re talking about places like “New York Bagel Deli” and “Cibo Express”. So who owns these businesses and how did they corner the US airport market? Plus: Messi comes out with a drin…

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Want an AI companion for your child? 14:47

1M ago14:47

14:47

Moxie is a newly developed AI companion for children aged 5-10. It’s a small 14-inch-tall robot with several capabilities like games, activities and conversations. So how does Moxie work, where does it store recordings and iIs this just the beginning of the dawn of conversational, emotionally capable robots? Plus: Spotify increases its price again …

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AI monthly update: GPT-4o dominates headlines and Nvidia’s stock soars 17:08

1M ago17:08

17:08

Nvidia ramps up chip production, OpenAI is in deep water with Scarlett Johansson and the GPT-4o rollout impresses the entire industry. That’s just a glimpse of the past month in AI. Today we’re joined again by Martina Bretous, the editor of Hubspot’s Next in AI (blog.hubspot.com/ai) to talk through May’s most important AI news and what it could mea…

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The Long Game of Gaming: Where is innovation going? 26:02

1M ago26:02

26:02

Layoffs have plagued the gaming industry recently, making gamers and developers alike think about what really matters. Are giants like Sony and Xbox the be all end all? Or are smaller studios the ones making creativity prosper in the gaming world? CEOwl of Owlchemy Labs, Andrew Eiche, joins us for a conversation about how his XR studio operates, th…

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Someone paid $965k for Messi’s napkin… let’s talk about the napkin economy 17:50

1M ago17:50

17:50

A napkin inscribed with the outline of Lionel Messi’s first contract for FC Barcelona was sold at auction for nearly $1m. This is insane, but it also brings up questions about the historical napkin industry, like: “that exists?” and “how much do these used rags go for”? Don’t worry, we’ll address all of it today. Plus: Dollar Tree plants more seeds…

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Can 4D movies save theaters? 18:21

1M ago18:21

18:21

Cinema’s are reeling after the worst-performing Memorial Day Weekend in around 30 years. The box office has enjoyed some highs this year, but that doesn’t change the fact that people are choosing streaming over theater viewing. Is the key for survival in 4DX and experiential viewing? Plus: PwC is OpenAI’s first reseller and Nissan issues a “Do Not …

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299: Expat News: Panama’s New President, Millionaires Fleeing The US, and Malaysia’s Hilarious Visa Flop 42:01

2M ago42:01

42:01

What is my take on Panama’s new President, José Raúl Mulino? Why are so many millionaires fleeing the US? And what happens when a country vastly overestimates its visa offering? In this week’s episode, you’ll hear my thoughts on the above and so much more as we dive into the latest stories affecting expats on the latest edition of Expat News! TODAY…

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Why AI and VR are (oddly) the future of the food industry 14:35

2M ago14:35

14:35

Many innovations took center stage at the National Restaurant Association’s annual trade show. Of course, the most talked about technology was AI and robotics- from self-grills to AI voice assistants. In addition to that, there was a focus on how VR and XR can integrate into dining experiences. So where does the food industry go from here? Plus: Op…

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Why Hermés doesn’t want to sell you a Birkin bag (and how to get one anyway) 18:37

2M ago18:37

18:37

Hermés looks like any other luxury retailer, but it’s actually one of the toughest places to spend money. Their Birkin bag not only requires a lot of money, but also requires patience and effort- so much that the company is facing a lawsuit about just how difficult it is to buy their handbags. So what are the economics of Hermés handbags and how ca…

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Did SunnyD really turn a girl orange? 17:29

2M ago17:29

17:29

If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, you know Sunny Delight. You might also know the health scandal that sent sales plummeting. Just after Christmas, right before Y2K, reports emerged that a little girl in a seaside town in Wales drank too much of the stuff — and turned orange. Was she real? We examine the evidence. Join our hosts Mark Dent and Kath…

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The U.S. aims to break Ticketmaster & Live Nation 13:01

2M ago13:01

13:01

An antitrust lawsuit was filed by the US government against Ticketmaster and Live Nation, noting the company has abused its power in the event ticketing industry. Will this bring an end to ticket price gouging anytime soon? Plus: Nvidia is rapidly producing more chips and Oreos’ parent company gets a $366m fine. Join our hosts Jon Weigell, Katherin…

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Pippin: Apple’s failed gaming console 15:09

2M ago15:09

15:09

Apple Pippin was a gaming console released in 1996. It was Apple’s big play to enter the gaming industry and… it didn’t really pan out. Today we’re analyzing exactly why this product failed and if it even had a chance to begin with. Plus: Mattel is getting into games, and there’s a Froot Loops-flavored Icee. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Be…

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298: World War Watch: Middle East Conflicts and Tensions In The Taiwan Strait – Kyle Anzalone 1:00:41

2M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

From the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East to the tensions in the Taiwan Strait, it’s hard to keep up with all of the unfortunate military conflicts around the globe. With a wife, three children, and a seven-figure business to run, I find it difficult to keep up with the constantly evolving landscape of these global conflicts... Luckily, we have…

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Yes, Red Lobster is bankrupt. Now what? 16:18

2M ago16:18

16:18

Red Lobster filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sunday, but despite many restaurant closures and billions in liabilities, the chain isn’t exactly done yet. So where does the Lobster go from here? Plus: Scarlett Johansson clashes with OpenAI and Swifties drive up flight demand to Europe. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Mark Dent, as they take you thro…

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