Morning Brew Daily LA Wildfire Victims Fight Price Gouging & RTO Brings Fresh Office Fits
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Jan 14, 2025 In the wake of wildfires, Los Angeles evacuees are facing price gouging by opportunistic landlords. As companies push strict return-to-office policies, workers find themselves revamping their office wardrobes. The growing trend of ghost job postings misleads job seekers and heightens employee anxiety. Additionally, China's trade surplus hits nearly $1 trillion, raising concerns about its economic stability. The episode also highlights urgent housing crises intertwined with the financial implications of upcoming mega-events like the Olympics.
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Inner Excellence
- A.J. Brown reads "Inner Excellence" during games for peace.
- The book became a bestseller after Tom Brady commented on it.
Toby's Ritual
- Toby Howell used to read "Inner Game of Tennis" before soccer games.
- It became a ritual after he scored a goal in his first start.
Price Gouging in LA
- LA landlords are price gouging after wildfires, raising rents over the legal 10% limit.
- This exacerbates the existing housing crisis, with some rents doubling.
