Shifting Sands: DEI Declines and Market Movements

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This chapter examines the reduction of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in corporate America, spotlighting the role of a conservative campaign against such efforts. It also covers a significant listeria outbreak affecting a well-known deli brand and transitions to the Stock of the Week segment, featuring Xpeng, a rising competitor in the Chinese electric vehicle market. Additionally, it discusses Dollar General's struggles amidst increasing competition and changing consumer dynamics.

Episode 399: Neal and Toby discuss Ford announcing its plan to step back from DEI initiatives, which is the latest in a wave of large corporations in America following suit. Then, a listeria outbreak from Boar’s Head deli meat reveals horrific conditions at one of its plants. Next, Xpeng’s budget-friendly electric vehicle is the stock of the week and Dollar General’s struggling sales makes it the dog of the week. Also, gallons of corn sweat is making the hot much hotter in the midwest. Meanwhile, a growing number of apps are trying to combat loneliness in America by connecting strangers together for dinner parties. Lastly, College football season is back with some major changes that may leave some heads spinning.

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00:00 - What to watch on an airplane

03:00 - Companies Scrapping DEI

07:30 - Boars Head Recall

10:40- Stock of the week

12:50 - Dog of the week

15:45 - Corn Sweat

19:10 - Friendly Apps

23:00 - College Football is back