Morning Brew Daily SpaceX for Your Cell Phone & US Debt Hits $34 Trillion
Jan 4, 2024
The discussion highlights the alarming rise of the U.S. national debt, now at $34 trillion, juxtaposed with the excitement of a young darts champion. Court documents reveal names linked to Jeffrey Epstein, stirring cultural conversations and media reactions. SpaceX's new satellite service with T-Mobile promises to connect remote areas globally, while the podcast also touches on the shift to ad-supported streaming and the fascination with true crime stories, like that of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, alongside impressive feats in competitive Tetris.
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Darts Phenom
- Neal and Toby discuss 16-year-old darts player Luke Littler, who recently competed in the World Darts Championship.
- Neal praises the sport's fast pace, strategic depth, and exciting production.
Epstein's List
- The release of Jeffrey Epstein's court documents, while highly anticipated, didn't reveal much new information.
- The hype highlights Epstein's enduring mythology and his network of rich and famous people.
Epstein's Impact
- Toby notes how Epstein's list is used in popular culture, citing Aaron Rodgers' joke about Jimmy Kimmel.
- Neal discusses the business fallout of Epstein's crimes, mentioning Leon Black and Bill Gates.