Baltimore Bridge Collapse Fractures Supply Chain & Cocoa Prices Soar 250%

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Mar 27, 2024

A tragic bridge collapse in Baltimore shakes up local supply chains and raises safety concerns. BlackRock's CEO discusses the looming retirement crisis for future generations. Florida's new law bans social media for minors, igniting debates on privacy and mental health. In media news, NBC faces backlash over personnel decisions. Meanwhile, cocoa prices surge, reflecting supply issues, and a tasty collaboration between McDonald's and Krispy Kreme promises a sweet start to the day.

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ANECDOTE

Succession on Ice

Figure skater Ilya Malinin won using the Succession theme song.
Ironically, he's never seen the show and doesn't have HBO.

ANECDOTE

Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a container ship struck it.
Six construction workers are missing and presumed dead.

INSIGHT

Retirement Crisis Looms

Larry Fink warns of a retirement crisis, urging systemic change.
Many Americans lack retirement savings, and the problem will worsen as people live longer.

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Episode 288: Neal and Toby cover the tragic bridge collapse in Baltimore and talk about what this means for the auto supply chain. Next, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink shares his thoughts on the retirement crisis that looms for future generations. Then, Florida becomes the latest state to ban social media use for minors and why social media companies are skeptical of its effectiveness. Also, the latest NBC News shake up and the fallout from the hiring and quick firing of former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel. Meanwhile, cocoa prices are skyrocketing to incredible heights. Lastly, get your McMuffin and glazed donut at the same time with the McDonald’s & Krispy Kreme partnership.

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00:00 - Intro

02:30 - Baltimore bridge collapse

07:30 - Retirement crisis

11:00 - Florida bans social media for kids

14:30 - Drama within NBC News

18:00 - Cocoa prices are up and up

22:00 - McDonald's and Krispy Kreme heaven

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