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Bill Gates Powers ‘Next-Gen’ Nuclear Plant & The Hidden $18K Cost of Home Ownership

Jun 12, 2024
27:56
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Bill Gates, a powerful backer of a revolutionary nuclear facility in Wyoming, discusses the benefits of using liquid sodium in nuclear reactors. The podcast also covers Disney's ride replacement, Chiquita's restitution for supporting terrorism, the hidden costs of homeownership, and tech and retail sector updates like Be Real running out of cash and the opening of the world's largest convenience store in Texas.
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  • Bill Gates supports innovative nuclear reactor technology with TerraPower project in Wyoming.
  • Disney World promotes diversity by replacing Splash Mountain ride with Tiana's Bayou Adventure.

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Joey Chestnut Withdraws from Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

16-time champ Joey Chestnut had to withdraw from the Nathan's hot dog eating contest due to his sponsorship deal with Impossible Foods, a plant-based meat company. This decision raised questions about the competition between Nathan's famous hot dogs and Impossible Foods' vegan hot dogs. The significant value of Chestnut's deal with Impossible Foods indicates the impact of sponsorship on competitive eating events and the level of competition in the market.

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