

The Hustle Daily Show
Hubspot Media
A daily dose of irreverent, offbeat, and informative takes on business & tech news. Hosted by Jon Weigell, Juliet Bennett Rylah, Mark Dent, Ben Berkley, Sara Friedman, Matthew Brown, and Rob Litterst from The Hustle.
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May 7, 2024 • 14min
Is anyone really happy at work?
Exploring the complexities of job satisfaction in America, highlighting disparities between genders, wage concerns, and the future of remote work benefits. Analyzing survey results showing high overall satisfaction but concerns in areas like wages. Gender disparity in workplace satisfaction and the impact on job retention. Factors like wages, office culture, and job opportunities influencing happiness at work.

May 6, 2024 • 18min
AI monthly update: AI pins, Perplexity’s rise and Google’s journalism play
Martina Bretous, editor of Hubspot’s Next in AI, discusses failed AI gadgets, big tech’s AI bubble, Saudi Arabia, Perplexity’s rise, and Google's journalism play. The hosts also talk about Elon Musk's AI potential, Drake's legal issues, and the pitfalls of 'AI washing' in marketing.

May 5, 2024 • 27min
How can we own our AI generated creations?
Kent Keirsey, CEO of Invoke AI, discusses owning AI-generated content. Topics include artists training AI models, impact on creative industries, navigating copyright challenges, and revolutionizing creativity with AI technology.

May 3, 2024 • 14min
The deadly $350B black market for sand. Yes, sand.
Exploring the $350 billion black market for sand, its scarcity, illegal extraction practices, and intense demand. Tech updates include TikTok ban implications. The global scarcity of sand in construction and the environmental impact of sand trading. UN's proposed ash alternative and the impact of sand scarcity on different nations.

May 2, 2024 • 13min
LinkedIn wants you to connect…over games
LinkedIn recently added games to its platform, sparking curiosity about the strategy behind this move. Other topics include publishers suing Microsoft/Open AI and Johnson & Johnson's hefty lawsuit settlements.

May 1, 2024 • 12min
Will Walmart’s new premium groceries attract wealthier customers?
Big companies like Walmart are targeting wealthier shoppers with premium groceries while lower-income consumers feel the effects of inflation. McDonald's sales are down and Instagram is supporting smaller creators. The discussion covers strategies to attract different consumer demographics in the face of rising prices.

Apr 30, 2024 • 14min
The Veterinary industry coughs up $38B
Private equity firms are heavily investing in the veterinary industry, banking on pet owners spending large sums on healthcare. Amazon's impressive next-day shipping and Tesla's resurgence are also discussed. The podcast explores the financial impact of corporate acquisitions on veterinary care, the rapid growth in the industry, and regulatory concerns affecting the market dynamics.

Apr 29, 2024 • 12min
What happens after a TikTok ban?
Exploring the impact of a TikTok ban on countries like India, the growth of alternative short video platforms, implications on the creator economy and free speech, legal challenges and stakeholder perspectives, with uncertainties over the outcome.

Apr 26, 2024 • 14min
The erotic Dune popcorn bucket & how memes make marketing dreams
Discussion on the unexpected viral controversy of the Dune popcorn bucket, economic struggles of Red Lobster, and the importance of brands capitalizing on accidental marketing moments for success.

Apr 25, 2024 • 13min
Gen Zers are adopting Boomer hobbies
Younger generations like Millennials and Gen Zers are adopting senior citizen habits, embracing traditional activities like book clubs and needlepoint. AI companies pledge against child exploitation, plus Starbucks union negotiations.