Best Restaurant Engine Podcasts (2024)

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Why It’s So Hard To Build Nuclear Power Plants In The U.S. 12:50

13h ago12:50

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Plant Vogtle, a nuclear power plant in Waynesboro, Ga., is the largest source of clean energy in the U.S. following the addition of two new reactors, according to Georgia Power. The plant's Unit 4 reactor began commercial operations in April and Unit 3 went online last year. They are the first reactors built from scratch and connected to the grid i…

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Angry Boeing Workers; Union Corruption; Pharma Explosion | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 185 1:24:13

8h ago1:24:13

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The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by MSI Data. Download "Your Guide to Field Service Maturity" now to learn what “field service maturity” is, why it matters and how to get started. Every week, we cover the five biggest s…

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How Data Centers Became Hot Real Estate Investments 10:11

5h ago10:11

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The U.S. is home to the majority of the world’s data centers with just under 3,000, compared to the country with the next-closest amount, United Kingdom, at just 360. This concentration has brought up the value of the land where the data centers are built. Prices are soaring as much as ten times the original value in one Vint Hill, Virginia case. S…

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Frank Randol – Randol’s Restaurant in Breaux Bridge

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Frank Randol of Randol’s Restaurant in Breaux Bridge, joins Discover Lafayette in partnership with Eat Lafayette, a yearlong celebration of our locally owned restaurants, to share news of the revival of his unique Cajun restaurant and dancehall concept, a longtime staple in Lafayette. Breaux Bridge is only 15 minutes from Lafayette and is part of a…

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How Google, Microsoft And Amazon Are Raiding AI Startups For Talent 9:13

12h ago9:13

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Microsoft, Google and Amazon, along with other tech companies, have been getting creative in how they’re poaching talent from top artificial intelligence startups. Earlier this month, Google inked an unusual deal with Character.ai to hire away its prominent founder, Noam Shazeer, along with more than one-fifth of its workforce while also licensing …

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Why Fast Food Chains Like McDonald’s, Wendy’s And Taco Bell Brought Back Value Meals 5:33

7h ago5:33

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Fast food has become a luxury for many consumers who are constantly looking for deals and cheap meals. Many popular chains have noticed the pullback and have rolled out the return of value meals. These nostalgic menus offer select items for a cheap price and food chains hope it's a way to bring customers back and to spend on more items outside of t…

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How Wingstop Became One Of The Hottest Restaurant Stocks 11:58

1d ago11:58

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Wingstop is capitalizing on the American appetite for chicken and providing investors with strong, consistent growth. In the past five years, the company’s share price is up over 250%, and it has grown its store footprint to 2,352 restaurants worldwide. The chicken-wing chain has expanded its offerings and continued to grow brand awareness. Watch t…

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$3M Car Crashes; Smoke Ring Mystery; Harley Revises DEI | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 184 1:24:07

3d ago1:24:07

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The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Better Engineering. Better Engineering—Engineering Cleaning Solutions For A Better Tomorrow! Visit BetterEngineering.com to revolutionize your cleaning process today! Every week, we c…

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Why The U.S. Can’t Build Homes Fast Enough 11:12

8h ago11:12

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Large homebuilders have used mergers and acquisitions to grow their positions in several key housing markets since the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis. The industry's consolidation coincides with a slowdown in construction productivity and contributes to escalating prices for buyers and renters, experts say. As an economic tightening cycle initiated …

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Julie Rabalais – For the Birds of Acadiana, Avian Rehabilitator 54:25

7d ago54:25

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Julie Rabalais, founder and Director of For the Birds of Acadiana, joins Discover Lafayette to share her love of birds and commitment to rehabilitating wild songbirds, waterbirds and waterfowl. For the Birds of Acadiana is Louisiana’s only State and Federally permitted facility dedicated to the rehabilitation of federally protected songbirds, Water…

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How Google Makes Custom Cloud Chips That Power Apple AI And Gemini 13:13

4d ago13:13

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Google was the first cloud provider to make its own custom AI chips, called TPUs, when they first came out in 2015 - a trend both Amazon and Microsoft followed years later. Now, Apple has revealed it uses TPUs to train its AI models, positioning Google chips as an alternative to Nvidia's market-leading GPUs. CNBC got an exclusive look inside the la…

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How a Gourmet Coffee Roaster Became a Bourbon and Tequila Big Deal 21:49

7d ago21:49

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The music business, training as a chef, competing on a cooking show, opening a coffee roasting business and balancing that with being a spirit guide… Wayne Cafariella’s career has been an impressive cocktail of experiences! The man behind @drinkwithwayne first began creating content for his coffee business but later became a fully-fledged spirit gu…

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What The Rise Of Fake Job Listings Says About The Job Market 11:43

11d ago11:43

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Ghost jobs are on the rise, even as the U.S. labor market appears healthy. While data suggests a tight job market, many workers still struggle to find employment, revealing a gap between statistics and reality. Interestingly, the rise of ghost job listings may play a significant role in this disconnect.Chapters:0:00 Introduction1:21 Chapter 1 - Ris…

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How A Weakening Dollar Can Help American Consumers 10:30

12h ago10:30

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In 2022, the U.S. dollar reached its highest level since the early 2000s, but the dollar index has been trending downward as of August 2024. A weaker dollar is not necessarily a bad thing for consumers. A strong dollar may lead to higher prices for American consumers and reduced demand for U.S. exports, which can result in layoffs in key industries…

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Why Airlines Like American Are Scrambling To Make Engines Last Longer 11:33

12h ago11:33

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A jet engine is the most important part of a commercial airplane. And repairing them has become a $58 billion dollar business. (Source: AeroDynamic Advisory)A commercial jet engine is a complex, expensive machine, made up of thousands of parts. Engines typically stay in service for about 30 years and need to be taken off wing and overhauled roughly…

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Toyota's Sticker Problem; Workers Hidden in Restaurant; Jaguar Takes Year Off | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 183 1:33:05

17h ago1:33:05

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The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Better Engineering. Better Engineering—Engineering Cleaning Solutions For A Better Tomorrow! Visit BetterEngineering.com to revolutionize your cleaning process today! Every week, we c…

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How Americans Are Losing Their Life Savings To Crypto Fraud 10:42

17d ago10:42

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“Pig butchering” scams got its name from the idea that scammers “fatten up” victims by building trust, and the strategy has amassed billions in stolen funds—particularly in the form of cryptocurrencies.Losses from investment scams soared 38% to a new record high in 2023, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Report. Of the $4.57 billion in funds re…

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How Chinese EVs Are Taking Over Mexico 11:03

18d ago11:03

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Mexico has quickly become a major market for Chinese auto makers. Last year, China was the leading car supplier to Mexico, exporting $4.6 billion worth of vehicles. Some Chinese electric vehicle makers – including Tesla-rival BYD – have been looking for a further foothold in North America by exploring factory sites in Mexican states Durango, Jalisc…

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Rob Perillo – Chief Meteorologist for KATC-TV3 1:04:28

7d ago1:04:28

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Rob Perillo has decades of experience in forecasting Acadiana’s weather and has tracked hundreds of tropical storms and hurricanes during his career. He celebrated 20 years at KATC this January and is one of the most beloved meteorologists in the country, particularly well-known for his expertise in covering hurricanes and severe weather events. La…

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Why U.S. Consumers Feel So Broke 14:22

21d ago14:22

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While a recession hasn’t technically been declared in the U.S., roughly 3 out of 5 Americans believe it is. Consumer confidence in the economy has averaged nearly 28 points lower during President Biden’s term compared to former President Trump’s time in office. So why does the U.S. economy feel so awful for the average consumer despite all the posi…

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How BYD, Nio And Other Chinese EVs Compare To Tesla 15:05

22d ago15:05

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Low-cost, high-tech Chinese EVs have stirred fears of a government subsidized existential threat to automakers around the world. So what do these vehicles have to offer? How do they compare to the Tesla Model Y, which in 2024 was the best-selling car in the world? CNBC’s Beijing bureau chief Eunice Yoon tested four of them from large and high-profi…

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Ford's Controversial Patent; Ferry's Engine Flaw; Futuristic Soccer Stadium | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 182 1:26:55

22h ago1:26:55

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The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This week's episode is brought to you by Better Engineering. Looking for the ultimate industrial washing system for your facility? Better Engineering delivers state-of-the-art industrial part washers tailored for manufacturi…

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America Is In A 'Plain Vanilla Recession': Danielle DiMartino Booth | The Bottom Line 11:35

24d ago11:35

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Significant job losses and bankruptcy filings over the past year signal a "plain vanilla recession," according to Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO and chief strategist for Quill Intelligence. In this episode of "The Bottom Line," CNBC explores the former Dallas Fed advisor's views on the state of the U.S. economy, the navigating high of inflation and …

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How ChatGPT Made OpenAI One Of The Most Valuable AI Startups 19:40

25d ago19:40

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The company behind the popular artificial intelligence chatbot, ChatGPT, OpenAI was founded as a nonprofit in 2015 by a number of researchers, academics and entrepreneurs including Sam Altman, Greg Brochman and Elon Musk. Musk left OpenAI in 2018 and now has his own artificial intelligence company called xAI.In its early years, OpenAI flew somewhat…

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Why Mexico Beats The U.S. In Avocado Production 13:17

26d ago13:17

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The U.S. has developed a huge appetite for avocados, with per-capita consumption more than tripling since 2001. Neighbor Mexico has fueled a lot of the demand, with 80% of its avocado exports bound for the U.S., which in 2024 are set to total $2.7 billion. No other country comes close to Mexico’s production; in 2023, the state of Michoacán alone, w…

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Home Bank’s Tammy Theriot and Bryant DeLoach – Helping Clients Achieve Their Financial Goals 37:14

7d ago37:14

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Tammy Theriot and Bryant DeLoach of Home Bank, Member FDIC, join Discover Lafayette to discuss how banks can assist business owners achieve their financial goals, along with treasury management solutions. Bryant Deloach serves Home Bank as a Senior Commercial Relationship Manager. He has lived in Lafayette his entire life, graduating from Lafayette…

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Somm Vivant: How a Musical Theater Career Turned Into a Global Wine Phenomenon 32:31

15d ago32:31

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From musical theatre to the world of wine, Amanda McCrossin took a major pivot in her career after finding her calling in the wine industry. Eager to learn as much about wine as possible, she trained as a sommelier before embarking on her content creation journey. Making Wine Content Relatable and Educational In this episode of The Spirit Guides, h…

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How Orange Juice Became More Expensive Than Ever 11:35

29d ago11:35

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Citrus growers are losing millions of dollars every year as U.S. orange production plummets amid extreme weather events, incurable citrus greening disease and inflationary pressure. In 2024, orange juice futures hit record highs and prices may go higher. The problems plaguing global citrus production are not easily remedied, but experts are hopeful…

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Why Monthly Home Payments Are Skyrocketing Right Now 8:48

30d ago8:48

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More than 80% of recent homebuyers say they regret their purchase, according to a recent survey from Clever Real Estate. Home prices have been rising faster than incomes, which can be a problem for homeowners because as the value of a home rises, so does the cost to maintain it. Property taxes and insurance premiums have been rising at a rapid rate…

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F-150 Powers Homes; Stellantis Killing Brands; 3-Row Rams | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 181 1:31:32

8d ago1:31:32

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The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). This episode is brought to you by BigCommerce and DataXstream. Register now to watch The Future of B2B Ecommerce for Manufacturers now on demand. Register here. Every week, we cover the five biggest stories in manufacturing,…

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Why Walgreens And CVS Are Shutting Down Thousands Of Stores 12:35

1M ago12:35

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In its fiscal third-quarter report, Walgreens announced its plans to close a ‘significant’ amount of stores, acknowledging only 75% of its 8,600 stores were profitable. While no specific stores were tapped for closure yet, more than 2,000 locations could face the chopping block by 2027. This just the latest sign of trouble for the struggling retail…

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