

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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Jan 12, 2024 • 15min
Fine, we’ll talk about the pink Stanley tumbler
This episode of the podcast discusses the sudden fame of Stanley water bottles, the closure of the last Sears store in New York, and the impact of social media on sales. They also talk about job security in the tech industry and new flavors of Easter treats. Tune in for an interesting conversation about these topics and more!

Jan 11, 2024 • 14min
Keeping up with Carta
Carta, a $7.4B software company, faces allegations of misusing confidential data in addition to other controversies. Twitch plans to lay off 35% of its staff and Honda announces a new EV line. The hosts discuss the dominance of High Noon in the liquor market, the decline of White Claw, and challenges in selling alcohol. They also delve into the controversy surrounding Carta, data privacy, trust, valuation, and even share a beef stew recipe. The episode wraps up with podcast recommendations.

Jan 10, 2024 • 13min
The grocery store shelf battle
Explore the rivalry between Oreos and Hydrox cookies and how grocery stores decide which products to place on their shelves. Learn about the history of the Hydrox cookie and the challenges faced by its resurrection. Discover the dynamics between major manufacturers and grocery retailers, including category captain arrangements and slotting fees. Hear about a current fight between a European grocery chain and PepsiCo, showcasing strained relationships due to inflation and high prices.

Jan 9, 2024 • 13min
A $5m lawsuit is filed over…little candy faces
A Florida woman files a $5m lawsuit against Hershey over false advertising claim on Reese's Halloween candy, joining a series of food-based lawsuits. Apple's Vision Pro headset goes on sale next month. Oscar Meyer seeks Wienermobile drivers. The podcast discusses false advertising lawsuits against Subway, Toyota, and Tesla. There is a discussion on the potential legal action against fast food companies for deceptive advertising practices.

Jan 8, 2024 • 14min
Can a Bezos-backed search startup kick Google’s crown off?
A search startup, Perplexity, backed by Jeff Bezos is aiming to challenge Google's dominance in the search market with AI-driven technology. The podcast explores the startup's funding, challenges it faces, and its potential for success. It also discusses the concept of an answer engine and the market attention the startup has garnered.

Jan 5, 2024 • 13min
Swipes Incoming for Dating Sunday
Why is Dating Sunday so popular? The hosts discuss the phenomenon and its impact on dating app usage. They also talk about Microsoft's keyboard update, Microchip technology boost from Biden, confusion over the 'Stanley Cup', dislike for tumblers with straws, and the challenges of dating between New Year's and Valentine's Day.

Jan 4, 2024 • 13min
It goes down in the… private group chats
The podcast explores the shift towards privacy online and Gen Z's preference for group chats. It discusses the challenges brands face in reaching Gen Z and the use of QR codes on sports jerseys. The speakers also touch on advertising in private chat spaces and the need for authentic and less intrusive advertising methods.

Jan 3, 2024 • 15min
Its 2024, and CEOs and employees are back at it again
"Martina Bretous, An interesting guest with insights to share on the CEO/employee divide." The podcast explores the CEO/employee disconnect, discussing Wayfair CEO's controversial holiday memo, employee motivation, work-life balance, and aligning goals with company goals.

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Jan 2, 2024 • 19min
What’s next for AI in 2024?
This podcast discusses the projections and discussions about AI in 2024, including the top companies, public adoption, and the effects on jobs. They also cover favorite AI uses in 2023, restructuring the board for AI development, the intersection of AI and art, and the rise of AI wearable products.

Dec 29, 2023 • 13min
Bold predictions for 2024
The hosts discuss bold predictions for 2024, such as the decline of Amazon and the potential ban of TikTok. They explore the impact of TikTok and the concept of 'strategy credit.' They also discuss creating a safe platform and predictions for the 2024 election. The hosts reflect on their predictions, including the downfall of Amazon, and mention podcast recommendations.