The rise and fall of Atari takes center stage, spotlighting the infamous E.T. video game that marked a catastrophic shift in the company's fortunes. Rushed development and poor design decisions turned a promising concept into a monumental failure. The podcast also delves into how Atari's struggles paved the way for Japanese gaming giants like Nintendo and Sega. And, of course, there's the legendary tale of buried E.T. cartridges, a somber reminder of hasty choices in game production. Evolution in gaming is explored, contrasting the complexity of modern titles with the simplicity of the past.

Uber and Lyft own the rideshare space and that’s led to less than satisfactory rates for drivers. Not anymore. Some drivers are looking towards driver cooperatives to gain new ground themselves. So what are the details and will it work? Plus: The EU slaps back at tariffs and Americans are ending work earlier than ever.Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Companies like Habitat XR and Wild Immersion are taking us into the lives of animals to make us care more about the environment. So can VR really be an empathy machine? Plus: Tesla stock bloodbath continues and no more free bags on Southwest Airlines.Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Retirement isn’t what it used to be. More boomers are realizing they need income, either after leaving their original job or being laid off, and they’re taking on blue collar jobs. Plus: a CVS store rebrand and a stock market slump.Join our hosts Mark Dent and Rob Litterst as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

The condom industry eclipses $9B globally, so naturally there’s a lot of people trying to break in. Enter Jan Vinzenz Krause, the man who invented the Spray-On condom. Of course, it didn’t exactly become a success, but was it a decent product? And why didn’t it catch on? Join our hosts Jon Weigell, Juliet Bennett, and Mark Dent as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Rents are projected to rise next year as housing developments slow down in 2025. In years prior, there was something of a boom in some US cities, with renters having the power of good rates and negotiation. So why is that coming to an end? Join our hosts Jon Weigell, Rob Litterst, and Juliet Bennett as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

The internet, if you hadn’t noticed, is kind of a mess, having shifted into a model based on maximizing engagement and trying to get you to subscribe to everything. But one expert suggests this means the door is open for startups trying to create a user-friendly experience similar to the web’s early days. Plus: a new culprit behind rising egg prices and the latest on tariffs.Join our hosts Mark Dent and Rob Litterst as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Researchers from Stanford reveal surprising trends in AI usage among Americans, showing lower-income individuals are embracing the technology more than the wealthy. The hosts delve into the implications of AI on small businesses, discussing both efficiency gains and concerns over critical thinking skills. Meanwhile, they explore innovations in transportation, including the rise of driverless cars and futuristic projects like reviving the woolly mammoth. The conversation blends light-hearted anecdotes with significant insights into evolving technology adoption patterns.

The average lifespan for a dog is between 10-13 years, depending on its size, and we all know that’s way too damn short. That’s where a company called Loyal comes into the picture: The canine longevity startup just closed a $22m fundraising round. So, what’s their game plan? Plus: Domino’s falls for stuffed crust and Amazon’s drones are driving people nuts.Join our hosts Ben Berkley and Sara Friedman as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day.Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thdsFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/ Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

The hosts delve into the dramatic fall of plant-based meat companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, revealing a sharp decline in market confidence. They discuss the industry’s challenges, including taste, cost, and consumer appeal. The conversation highlights the struggle for sustainability and funding in an evolving market. Political controversies and diminishing investments further complicate the future of alternative proteins. It's a fascinating look at a once-hyped industry now facing tough realities.