Morning Brew Daily SpaceX Reaches New Heights & Southwest’s Bag Fee Has a Price
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May 28, 2025 SpaceX's recent Starship flight achieved new heights but ultimately faced a crash landing. Southwest Airlines introduced a new baggage fee, stirring conversations about airline policies. The podcast also tackles NPR's struggles with federal funding threats. Creatine has emerged as a popular health trend for strength and longevity. Lastly, discussions touch on the evolving landscape of student visa regulations and a rise in consumer confidence.
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Luckiest Casino Anecdote
- Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Casino was named the luckiest in the U.S. due to many reviews mentioning luck keywords.
- Toby shares a humorous take that casinos could fake positive reviews to appear luckier.
SpaceX Starship Flight Reality
- Elon Musk's 9th Starship flight got further than previous attempts but ended in a fiery crash.
- SpaceX is focused on readiness for moon and Mars missions but the rocket is not ready yet.
Southwest Ends Free Bags Era
- Southwest Airlines ended its legendary no-checked-bag-fee policy, now charging $35 for the first bag.
- The move was influenced by hedge fund activism pushing for revenue boosts to match industry standards.