The Best One Yet 🏡 “She’s Zexting Me” — Zillow’s gossip pop. David’s $725M protein bar. Circle’s stablecoin IPO.
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Jun 2, 2025 Zillow's stock has skyrocketed by 70%, thanks in part to the buzz around housing gossip. A new protein bar company is making waves, boasting a valuation of $725 million! Curious about digital currency? Circle is going public, and stablecoins are key to understanding the future of money. Plus, hear about an internship success story from Sprite that turned an idea into a hit product. Innovation, community dynamics, and the evolving real estate landscape are all on the table!
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Sprite Interns Invented New Soda
- Sprite's interns invented Sprite Plus Tea six years ago with a pitch in 2019.
- Executives initially ignored it but later launched the product, making the interns uniquely valuable.
Zillow as Social Media
- Zillow stock rose 70% despite a cold housing market due to massive user engagement.
- Zillow functions more like a social media app where home gossip fosters community transparency.
Gossip Builds Community Trust
- Gossip about homes on Zillow helps neighbors work closer together by increasing transparency.
- This real estate gossip shifts community dynamics positively, easing social interactions.