

The Hustle Daily Show
Hubspot Media
A daily dose of irreverent, offbeat, and informative takes on business & tech news. Hosted by Jon Weigell and the rotating cast of The Hustle. Plus, expert insight on business strategies including marketing, scaling, sales, and overall entrepreneurship.
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Jun 30, 2024 • 22min
The ethics of AI in creative industries (and what we can do about it)
Hilary Mason, CEO of Hidden Door, discusses AI augmenting human creativity in gaming. Hidden Door uses AI to create interactive worlds based on user stories. The podcast explores ethics in AI integration in gaming and creativity for tech companies.

Jun 28, 2024 • 17min
The robotaxi industry heats up, and not just because a Waymo car is on fire
The podcast discusses the competitive robotaxi market with Bugatti entering the scene. Uber offers $1k to ditch your car, Amazon hits $2T valuation. Explore Waymo, Cruise, Tesla, and Amazon battling it out. Plus, insights on tech updates and the future of the European Robo Taxi industry.

Jun 27, 2024 • 15min
To tip or not to tip: Who should pay service workers?
The podcast explores tipping culture in the US, discussing arguments against tipping, fair wages for service workers, and the impact of inflation on tipping practices. It also covers recent business and tech news, including Volkswagen's investment in EVs and Toys R Us utilizing AI technology.

Jun 26, 2024 • 15min
Fast food is getting cheaper. But is it still too pricey?
Fast-food chains like McDonald's are lowering prices due to inflation. Tesla recalls and Robotaxis are also discussed. The impact of decreasing demand on the fast food industry and the introduction of value menus is explored. Rising fast food prices and consumer concerns about inflation are highlighted.

Jun 25, 2024 • 14min
AI’s latest innovation: potentially ruining the environment
The podcast explores the environmental impact of AI's energy consumption, with a focus on Google's high power usage. It also discusses Target's partnership with Shopify and the entry of major retailers into third-party marketplaces. Additionally, the episode touches on legal challenges for companies and upcoming price hikes for streaming services.

Jun 24, 2024 • 13min
Can AI make in-person shopping easier? Target sure hopes so
AI is revolutionizing the retail industry, with Target and Walmart implementing AI to enhance the shopping experience. Inside Out 2 is a blockbuster, while Dell employees resist returning to the office. The podcast discusses the challenges and benefits of using AI in stores, the integration of AI chatbots, and the debate on AI in retail.

Jun 23, 2024 • 15min
Smoking is Cool. Now, So is Quitting.
Exploring the resurgence of smoking in media, the challenges facing Gen Z with e-cigarettes, and a new company, Blip, aiming to help individuals quit smoking. The podcast discusses Blip's innovative approach to smoking cessation, bold branding strategies, and the impact of marketing on different generations.

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Jun 21, 2024 • 13min
How Gen Z uses fortune telling to invest… and if it actually works
Gen Z investors are turning to fortune telling methods for stock trading decisions, including tarot cards and astrology. The podcast also covers topics such as McDonald's $5 value meal, Sony's acquisition of Queen's music catalog, and the rise of passive income among Gen Z through platforms like Robinhood. The intersection of fortune telling and investing in the stock market is explored, highlighting concerns and mixed results in this unconventional trend.

Jun 20, 2024 • 13min
Is AI coming for freelance jobs?
Exploring the impact of AI on freelance jobs, particularly in writing, coding, and design. Discussing how AI tools like ChatGPT are affecting platforms like Fiverr and Upwork. Delving into the decline in demand for freelancers and the shift towards specialized gigs. Emphasizing the need for fair compensation for skilled writers to maintain content quality.

Jun 18, 2024 • 13min
The $11m state of fake meats
Lab-grown meat bans in multiple states, but plant-based companies like Tender secure $11m funding. Future of lab-grown and plant-based food profitability in the US questioned. Tesla's mezcal sells out, McDonald's ditches AI drive-thru. Episode explores fake influencers, lab-grown meat challenges, and the rise of fake meat companies.