Best FreeFall Podcasts (2024)

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FreeFall 1099 2:00:00

1h ago2:00:00

2:00:00

PS5 - Trenta Dune - Echologia (Hyperjazz) Sun Atlas - 12th Dimension Caravan - Return To The Spirit (Mocambo) Toshiyuki Miyama & His New Herd - Sunday Thing - Rebirth Of "TBM" - The Japanese Deep Jazz (Three Blind Mice/Sony Japan) Manzanza Zaft - Praying Mantis - Praying Mantis (self) Enri Zavalloni - Harlem Hot Wheels - Organ Express (Atomic Studi…

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Episode 161: FreeFall 1099 2:00:00

2h ago2:00:00

2:00:00

PS5 - Trenta Dune - Echologia (Hyperjazz)Sun Atlas - 12th Dimension Caravan - Return To The Spirit (Mocambo)Toshiyuki Miyama & His New Herd - Sunday Thing - Rebirth Of "TBM" - The Japanese Deep Jazz (Three Blind Mice/Sony Japan)Manzanza Zaft - Praying Mantis - Praying Mantis (self)Enri Zavalloni - Harlem Hot Wheels - Organ Express (Atomic Studio)Co…

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Intel Shares Freefall on Q2 Miss, Massive Cost-Cutting Plan 8/2/24 10:46

11d ago10:46

10:46

Shares of Intel are on pace for their worst day in 50 years after a tough second-quarter result. The chipmaker also announced a massive, $10 billion cost-savings program that will include thousands of layoffs and a half on dividend payments. CNBC’s Jon Fortt spoke to Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger on the turnaround plan, modest CPU demand and areas to be …

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Chinese E-commerce Headwinds, Plus AI’s Copyright Crisis 8/21/24 7:22

43m ago7:22

7:22

There were more headwinds today for China’s already-slumping consumer and e-commerce demand, after Walmart announced it was completely offloading its stake in JD.com and bargain retail giant Shein hit Temu with a lawsuit. Plus, the AI startup darling Anthropic is now facing a new class-action lawsuit, accusing it of copyright infringement and steal…

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Elon Musk’s Twitter Deal Weighs on Bank Lenders, Plus Shein Sues Temu 8/20/24 7:10

9m ago7:10

7:10

Some of the world’s biggest banks loaned Elon Musk $13 billion to secure the social platform Twitter, now X. But according to new data from Pitchbook, the Twitter takeover now represents the worst buyout for banks since the Great Financial Crisis, as the platform struggles to retain advertisers and has been marked down by more than 70% from one of …

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Google’s IPO 20 Years Later 8/19/24 7:02

32m ago7:02

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20 years ago today, Google debuted on the Nasdaq with a $23 billion market cap as a mere search engine company. Today, it’s now ballooned to a $2 trillion megcap with its hands in cloud, chips, AI and more. It also used an unconventional listing method: a Dutch auction, which let employees and retail investors participate more in the IPO. We spoke …

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Tropical Storm Ernesto’s Impact, Kroger-Albertsons Merger Concerns, and Surging Avocado Prices 39:29

3h ago39:29

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In this episode: Tropical Storm Ernesto: We dive into the potential impact of Tropical Storm Ernesto on the East Coast and discuss the broader implications of this active hurricane season. Learn more about solar activity's effect on storms and what it means for the produce market. USDA Perishable Trade Trends: A closer look at USDA’s recent reports…

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TechCheck+ Big Tech: Too Big to Split 8/16/24 7:17

1h ago7:17

7:17

After losing a landmark antitrust case over its dominance in the search market, Google is now facing the real threat of a court-mandated breakup of the search giant. But on the heels of a flashy ‘Made by Google’ event showcasing new phones and AI features, Google is now more deeply integrated than ever – an ecosystem within search, cloud, streaming…

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First Time, Long Time - Phils, Birds & Life Stuff 42:00

2h ago42:00

42:00

After a long layoff, Joe O'Donnell and John Mita are back to talk about the Phillies recent struggles, Eagles training camp and more.

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Waymo’s Speed Bumps 8/15/24 6:44

42m ago6:44

6:44

Waymo’s self-driving cars are all over San Francisco roads. But at night, they park themselves and recently have been honking and keeping one neighborhood’s residents up at night. Waymo tells us they’ve fixed the issue through a software update, but the rollout over the last few years has been bumpy, with safety concerns and backlash.…

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Episode 160: FreeFall 1098 2:00:00

3h ago2:00:00

2:00:00

Yazz Ahmed - Wah-Wah Sowahwah - Finding My Way Home (Night Time Stories)Mieke Miami - Son Of A Preacher Man (Sonar Kollektiv)Kramer - Miso Fins (feat. Tensei) - Life Is A Collage (Def Pressé)Soulpersona & Carl Hudson - Moonraker - Magic Bullet (Sunset City)Justin Stanton & Chris Bullock - Botafogo Bop - Claro e Escuro (GroundUP)Santana - Let The Mu…

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FreeFall 1098 2:00:00

3h ago2:00:00

2:00:00

Yazz Ahmed - Wah-Wah Sowahwah - Finding My Way Home (Night Time Stories) Mieke Miami - Son Of A Preacher Man (Sonar Kollektiv) Kramer - Miso Fins (feat. Tensei) - Life Is A Collage (Def Pressé) Soulpersona & Carl Hudson - Moonraker - Magic Bullet (Sunset City) Justin Stanton & Chris Bullock - Botafogo Bop - Claro e Escuro (GroundUP) Santana - Let T…

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Google’s Tries to Meet the AI Moment 8/13/24 7:01

9d ago7:01

7:01

Google’s hardware event, Made by Google, kicked off today where the megacap unveiled new AI-focused features including Gemini Live, a conversational voice chatbot that will be integrated into all its devices. As investors try to balance the growing concern of surging AI spending and little actual revenue and profits, the event is a key moment for G…

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Tech’s Outsized Role in the 2024 Election 8/12/24 6:37

17h ago6:37

6:37

As election campaigning heats up, tech has been playing an outsized role in the elections. For Vice President Harris, who has deep roots to San Francisco, tech donors are front and center, especially after she made a campaign stop in the Bay Area this weekend and raised more than $12 million. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign is dealing with a differen…

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From Heatwaves to Market Shifts: The Latest Produce Insights 32:51

4d ago32:51

32:51

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Credible Vegetable Report! Craig Slate and Matt Mandel are back to bring you the latest insights from the world of produce, retail, and food service. In this episode: Weather Watch: As the Northwest gets a break from extreme heat, the focus shifts to Southern California, Arizona, Nevada, and Utah, where heat ad…

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The Megacap Startup Diet 8/7/24 6:14

9d ago6:14

6:14

GenAI startup darlings are dropping like flies. Some of the most promising are increasingly being swallowed up by megacaps as they struggle to find viable business models and big tech firms look to skirt the regulatory scrutiny of outright acquisitions.By CNBC

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Episode 177: The Last Good Reason for GameStop to Exist is Gone (News Show) 1:40:41

6d ago1:40:41

1:40:41

Amidst new allegations of insider training, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has shuttered Game Informer magazine after 33 years. Also: Earnings time is here, more Bungie layoffs, Netherrealm layoffs, Circana report for June 2024, voice actors on strike, IGN parent Ziff Davis does Humble Games publishing and its partners dirty, and more. This episode is spo…

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Episode 159: FreeFall 1097 2:00:00

7d ago2:00:00

2:00:00

John Coltrane - Blue Train - Blue Train (Blue Note)Wayne Shorter - Footprints - Adam's Apple (Blue Note)Derf Reklaw - Awakening Into Awareness - From The Nile (Ubiquity)Herbie Mann - Push Push (feat. Duane Allman) - Push Push (Rhino Atlantic)Sun Ra - Where Pathways Meet - Lanquidity (Strut)Bob James - Nautilus - One (Red River)Ray Charles - I’ve Go…

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FreeFall 1097 2:00:00

7d ago2:00:00

2:00:00

John Coltrane - Blue Train - Blue Train (Blue Note) Wayne Shorter - Footprints - Adam's Apple (Blue Note) Derf Reklaw - Awakening Into Awareness - From The Nile (Ubiquity) Herbie Mann - Push Push (feat. Duane Allman) - Push Push (Rhino Atlantic) Sun Ra - Where Pathways Meet - Lanquidity (Strut) Bob James - Nautilus - One (Red River) Ray Charles - I…

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Big Tech’s $1 Trillion Wipeout 8/5/24 6:25

8d ago6:25

6:25

The extent of the tech sell-off today has been staggering, with billions of dollars wiped out from the Magnificent 7 alone in just the first two hours of trading, and trillions over the last week. Part of the reason is a fundamental story investors have been worried about – just when will the high costs of AI begin to pay off? Valuations have also …

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Apple Earnings on Deck: What to Watch 8/1/24 4:10

12d ago4:10

4:10

Some key themes to watch ahead of Apple earnings include signs the iPhone sales slump is coming to an end, whether new AI features will drive an upgrade cycle, how the AI rollout in China will play out, and, of course, capex concerns that are looming over all of big tech.By CNBC

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FreeFall 1096 2:00:00

14d ago2:00:00

2:00:00

Ambient Jazz Ensemble - I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun - Spirit Dance (Here & Now) Jake Long - Silhouette - City Swamp (New Soil) Hooson & Johnson - Small Zhuzh - None More Rollers Vol. 1 (None More) John Mayall - California - The Turning Point (Polydor) Makaya McCraven - The Knew Untitled (Live) (feat. Brandee Younger) - Live At Q-Buzz (Nonesuch) …

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JD Vance Visits Silicon Valley 7/29/24 6:27

15d ago6:27

6:27

In Palo Alto, the epicenter of tech and VC money, JD Vance is headlining a fundraiser tonight hosted by a cryptocurrency executive where tickets are going for as much as $50,000. It's another sign of Silicon Valley elites, which have traditionally backed the left, now opening their pocketbooks for the Trump-Vance ticket.…

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Heat Waves, Grocery Mergers, and eCommerce Surges: Produce Industry Updates 41:14

18d ago41:14

41:14

Welcome to the Credible Vegetable Report! This week, hosts Craig Slate and Matt Mandel delve into the latest updates affecting the produce industry. In this episode: Weather Watch: 🌡️ Extreme heat continues to scorch California, impacting summer crop yields and farm operations. Meanwhile, flood watches are in effect for the southern Midwest and nor…

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SearchGPT Takes on Google, Plus Tech Tumble Pressures Earnings 7/26/24 4:36

27d ago4:36

4:36

OpenAI just announced the prototype of a search engine called SearchGPT that now puts the pressure on Google, with what the startup says are more natural and intuitive results that include sources, similar to a product from Perplexity AI. The announcement alone yesterday was enough to send shares of Google down 3% after it had already been bruised …

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Episode 61: Highs and Lows 1:54:47

28d ago1:54:47

1:54:47

By Skids Up

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Streaming’s Role in Sports Rights, Plus Capex Concerns Weigh on Semis 7/25/24 5:42

29d ago5:42

5:42

The NBA is announcing a $76 billion TV rights deal with ESPN, Amazon and NBC Sports, essentially a snub to NBA’s longtime partner Warner Bros Discovery. We break down how this deal will transform the future of sports streaming. Plus, chip stocks have been riding the AI wave this year. But with the recent sell-off, AI beneficiaries like Nvidia, Qual…

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Google’s Capex Problem, Plus Semis Drag On Market 7/24/24 5:20

29d ago5:20

5:20

One lesson from Alphabet earnings that we can expect from all megacaps this season: it's not cheap to be a hyperscaler in the age of AI. CEO Sundar Pichai told investors he'd rather spend too much than too little to meet Google's AI moment – but that still leaves uncertainty around how long it’ll take until these massive investments show a return. …

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FreeFall 1095 2:00:00

21d ago2:00:00

2:00:00

FreeFall 1095: 7.23.24 Justin Stanton & Chris Bullock - Into The Night - Claro e Escuro (GroundUP) Emanative - Spice Routes - Abstract Intuition (Home Planet) Joe Armon-Jones - Rhodesfire - Ceasefire (Aquarii) Ebi Soda - Yoshi Orange (Ash Walker Remix) - Collaborations & Remixes Vol. 1 (Tru Thoughts) Lemonship - The Orb Weaver - Starfruit (Somewhat…

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Wiz Walks from Google Deal 7/23/24 5:28

28d ago5:28

5:28

The cloud security startup Wiz is now walking away from a monster $23B deal to be bought by Google, telling employees it'll opt instead to pursue an IPO. Anti-trust and investor concerns also reportedly played a factor, which could signal a win for Jonathan Kanter, Lina Khan and even JD Vance.By CNBC

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Consumer Prices Drop, eGrocery Sales Surge, and Kroger's Big Shake-Up 39:52

1M ago39:52

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Welcome to the Credible Vegetable Report! This week, Craig Slate and Matt Mandel delve into the latest updates affecting the produce industry. Leave a like and subscribe to our channel! In this episode: 🥵 Weather Watch: Extreme heat continues to scorch California, impacting summer crop yields and farm operations. Meanwhile, flood watches are in eff…

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TechCheck+ AI’s trillion dollar time bomb 7/19/24 9:51

25d ago9:51

9:51

There’s a time bomb ticking in the AI space: spending is too high, and returns are too low. Megacaps like Meta, Google and Amazon have seen capex spending surge as they throw cash at building out the infrastructure to stay ahead of the AI game. Microsoft in particular has spent billions at a premium valuation, and shelled out $13 billion investing …

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Sam Altman’s $27M “lemon” 7/18/24 5:34

28d ago5:34

5:34

Something that AI apparently can't do yet: inspect your home. OpenAI founder and CEO Sam Altman might've found that out the hard way, now suing the developer of a mansion that he paid $27 million for claiming shoddy workmanship, mold, raw sewage on the property and more.By CNBC

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Influential VCs Turn to Trump 7/17/24 6:54

27d ago6:54

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The latest in Silicon Valley to come out for former President Trump are Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, two of the most influential names in the startup ecosystem. They point to overregulation of tech and take issue with Biden’s proposal on taxing unrealized capital gains, and say they believe that a Trump administration would help innovation flo…

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JD Vance’s Silicon Valley Ties 7/16/24 8:16

28d ago8:16

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Former President Trump’s newly announced running mate has longtime ties to Silicon Valley as a former venture capitalist -- but any optimism that another Trump administration would be friendlier to big tech deserves another look. His past statements show him aligning more with what insiders are increasingly calling “little tech.”…

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Episode 176: Microsoft Holds a Knife to the Golden Game Pass Goose’s Neck (News Show) 1:17:50

29d ago1:17:50

1:17:50

Microsoft is making sweeping changes to Game Pass, seemingly to avoid bleeding out on Call of Duty sales. Also: Circana report for May 2024, SAG-AFTRA updates, more Embracer and Paradox cuts, out of control EA executive pay in the face of layoffs, and more. This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind, a supplement shot that includes ingredients to lowe…

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Exclusive with SailGP CEO Russell Coutts 7/12/24 9:00

1M ago9:00

9:00

A new, high-stakes sport is gaining traction here in the U.S. SailGP, co-founded by Oracle’s Larry Ellison, is the Formula 1 of sailing, featuring ten teams from around the world racing on the most iconic waterfronts in the world. Avenue Capital’s Marc Lasry also has taken an interest, leading the investing group that acquired the U.S. team for mor…

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Farm Income Freefall: What’s Driving the Biggest Drop in History? 35:20

1M ago35:20

35:20

Curious about the latest trends and developments in the produce industry? Join hosts Craig Slate and Matt Mandel in this week’s episode of The Credible Vegetable Report for a deep dive into the hottest topics affecting your grocery aisle and beyond. Key Questions Answered in This Episode: • How are recent weather events affecting the produce indust…

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Tesla Delays Robotaxi & Google Calls Off Deal with Hubspot 7/11/24 3:55

1M ago3:55

3:55

CNBC’s Deirdre Bosa shares details about Tesla’s delay of its robotaxi, the market impact to ride-share companies, and more. Plus, Google has reportedly backed away from acquiring marketing software firm, HubSpot.By CNBC

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Bonus Episode 10: A Conversation About Unionization with IATSE 1:03:41

1M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

With the video game industry in the midst of the worst labor crisis we've ever seen, collective action is crucial. We're joined by Chrissy Fellmeth, Kelly Larkin, and Andrew Buczacki to discuss how the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees is supporting labor organization and unionization in the video game industry. Additionally, you…

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OpenAI’s Undisclosed Hack, Plus Threads Turns One 7/5/24 6:15

2M ago6:15

6:15

CNBC confirms that OpenAI was hacked in April of last year, and never told law enforcement or the public. It raises of question how much genAI companies should be sharing about security incidents, and how transparent OpenAI is as its influence grows. Plus, the Meta-owned social media app Threads is celebrating its one year anniversary today, and ha…

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FreeFall 1094 1:59:59

2M ago1:59:59

1:59:59

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 - Dey (ft. Damien Marley) - Heavier Yet Lays The Crownless Head (Record Kicks) Jeff Coffin - Only The Horizon - Only The Horizon (EarUp) Nicola Conte - Umoja - Umoja (Joaquin Joe Claussell Sacred Rhythm Music & Cosmic Arts Remixes) (Far Out) Aloe Blacc - Seven Nation Army - Rock My Soul Volume 2 (Grand Scheme) Catpack - Next To…

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What a Second Trump Presidency Would Mean for Tech 7/1/24 6:03

2M ago6:03

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Between last week’s debate and today’s Supreme Court ruling, Silicon Valley is thinking more than ever about what another Trump presidency would mean for the tech industry. A friendlier deal environment could benefit megacaps and the small to midcap software names. Gig economy names and American e-commerce would also get some relief from a lighter …

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TechCheck+ You don’t know Nvidia 6/28/24 7:16

2M ago7:16

7:16

The world has gone crazy for Nvidia -- or at least, Wall Street has. The stock has almost single-handedly lifted the entire market due to its monster valuation and latest, monster quarter. But the largest companies in the world are also typically the most well-known… and Nvidia is far from being a household name. And the last time a tech company wi…

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Surviving the Heatwave: Innovative Strategies from Farmers 38:01

2M ago38:01

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Welcome to another episode of the Credible Vegetable Report! This week, we dive deep into the challenges farmers are facing amid unprecedented heatwaves and drought conditions. Joining the show today is co-host, Tommy Wilkins, who brings over 40 years of expertise in buying, selling, and growing fresh produce. In this episode, we’ll cover: Weather …

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Softbank Backs Perplexity at $3B valuation 6/27/24 6:38

2M ago6:38

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The Japanese tech investor Softbank is now backing Perplexity with a $10 million to $20 million fresh round of funding, valuing Perplexity AI at $3 billion and making it one of the most valuable startups in the space. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, since Masayoshi Son and his team have been saying for months now that they’re going on the AI offen…

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TechCheck+ Figma CEO Dylan Field 6/26/24 6:35

2M ago6:35

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CNBC's Dierdre Bosa is at Figma's "Config" Conference in San Francisco with Figma CEO Dylan Field. Following a regulatory block of Adobe’s $20 billion acquisition of Figma last December, the San Francisco software design firm received a $1 billion breakup fee and is forging ahead with product launches and further software partnering with Google.…

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Episode 60: Freefall Who? 1:52:10

2M ago1:52:10

1:52:10

Join us as we have a Freefall Podcast reunion with a special secret guest as well!By Skids Up

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FreeFall 1093 2:00:00

2M ago2:00:00

2:00:00

The Blue Magic Church - Like There's No Tomorrow - The Book Of Contradictions (self) Filip Żółtowski Quartet - Viewpoint - Bibi (self) Mieke Miami - The Light - Birdland (Sonar Kollektiv) The Sorcerers - Kid Mahout - I Too Am A Stranger (ATA) Reposado - Un Poquito - TequilaFunk (Con Gana) Phirpo y sus Caribes - Pa' Los Rumbero (Matsuna) Los Fulano…

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EU Regulators Take Aim at Big Tech 6/25/24 6:49

2M ago6:49

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Another major antitrust charge is coming out of the European Union today, saying that Microsoft’s bundling of Teams with other software like Office 365 is an unfair distribution advantage. It comes a day after the EU hit Apple with the first charge under the new Digital Markets Act, accusing its App Store policies of violating competition rules. In…

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