

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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Jan 31, 2024 • 15min
60 second soap operas are the new daytime TV
The soap opera industry is struggling with lack of interest from Gen Z. Apps like ReelShort promise 60-second soap operas. Zoom is integrating with Apple Vision Pro. Neuralink implants a brain device. The hosts discuss the challenges faced by traditional retail, the success of Real Short in Asia, and the impact of short form video content. They express optimism for the future of platforms offering short soap opera episodes.

Jan 30, 2024 • 14min
Would you enter your phone number to buy toothpaste?
Rising shoplifting leads to locked cases for toothpaste; new invention uses phone numbers to access cases. Fanduel's parent company debuts on Stock Exchange. AI deepfakes make headlines. HubSpot's Sales Hub and its AI power tools. Competition in Daily Fantasy industry. Free tax filing program. Microsoft CEO fights against deepfakes. Legal implications of open source AI solutions. Walmart's stock grants. Freedom Case revolutionizes store security with cell phone number or facial recognition. Debate over phone number requirements and loyalty programs.

Jan 29, 2024 • 11min
Your new professor is…an Albert Einstein hologram
Loughborough University experiments with hologram technology for 'guest' lecturers. Geroge Carlin's estate sues an AI creator. The biggest cruise ship ever sets sail. Proto's hologram boxes revolutionize education. The benefits of hologram technology in higher education. Applications of hologram technology in various fields.

Jan 28, 2024 • 18min
Apple has a watch problem
Unveiling Apple's watch problem and the David vs. Goliath battle with MedTech company Massimo, discussing patent importance, legal disputes, and the potential outcomes for both companies.

Jan 26, 2024 • 15min
Billionaires invest in immortality
Billionaires investing in cryonics and extreme wealth preservation, Microsoft launching VR conference rooms, and a McDonald's spinoff getting off the ground are discussed in this entertaining podcast.

Jan 25, 2024 • 14min
Restaurants rebound and pop-up post pandemic
Explore the rebound of the restaurant industry post-pandemic, with a focus on dessert joints and pop-up businesses. Discover the rise of specific restaurant types like hot pots, craperies, and African-provean cuisines. Dive into changing dining habits and the increasing popularity of non-alcoholic beverages. Get insights into the impact of the pandemic on restaurants, including price increases and menu adjustments.

Jan 24, 2024 • 14min
Netflix Drops a Stone Cold Stunner
Netflix's $5 billion deal to acquire WWE Raw and its impact on live sports. TurboTax facing consequences for misleading marketing. The future of live sports broadcasting and the role of streamers.

Jan 23, 2024 • 14min
Can 3D printed shoes help the environment?
Companies like Vivobarefoot and Balena are working on 3D printed shoes for fashion sustainability. Sony cancels a major merger while ChatGPT bans romantic companionship apps. The hosts discuss Macy's rejecting a $5.8 billion offer and the decline of department stores. They also talk about AI news, Apple's pre-order sales for Vision Pro, and the sustainability and customizability of 3D printed shoes.

Jan 22, 2024 • 11min
Model train companies are at the end of their tunnel
The model train industry is declining due to an aging fan base and lack of interest from younger generations. The podcast discusses challenges faced by the industry, as well as potential solutions. It explores the potential for revitalization through the pandemic, enthusiast clubs, and social media platforms like TikTok. The hosts also mention their affiliation with the HubSpot podcast network and recommend another podcast focusing on direct-to-consumer businesses.

Jan 19, 2024 • 13min
Why employees are livestreaming their layoffs
Employees are livestreaming their layoffs, Spotify's concerns with artist payment, Iowa suing TikTok, Japan Airlines appointing first female president, the importance of promoting from within, Meta's Instagram feature, OpenAI's university partnership, the growing trend of livestreaming layoffs, and the significance of transparent and thoughtful layoffs.