Wellness Influencers, THC-infused Drinks, and Industry Competition

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This chapter explores controversial wellness influencer campaigns against sunscreen, the rise of THC-infused drinks due to a farm bill loophole, and the competition between alcohol and marijuana companies for market dominance. It also touches on upcoming events in Iran's political landscape, Donald Trump's hush money trial, tech company updates, sports events like the NBA conference finals, and the roles of team members in the show's production.

Episode 326: Neal and Toby discuss the internal shakeup (again) at OpenAI. This time, the team wanting long-term AI safety said, “We out.” Then, the UAW’s campaign to unionize the South hits a roadblock with Mercedes-Benz in Alabama voting against unionizing. Plus, Minnesota reaches a minimum driver pay with Uber and Lyft. Also, Manchester City and Blue Origin are this past weekend’s winners. Meanwhile, the popularity of THC-infused drinks is starting a turf war between the cannabis and alcohol industries. Next, sunscreens in the US are far behind the rest of the world…what’s up? Lastly, what you need to know this week before you enjoy your Memorial Day weekend.

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00:00 - Intro

02:20 - OpenAI Safety

06:30 - UAW loses vote

09:30 - Rideshare in Minneapolis

11:00 - Winners of the weekend

15:00 - Sunscreen in the US

18:00 - THC Drinks

21:25 - Week Ahead

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