

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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Nov 14, 2023 • 14min
Suck it, tie-dye — content creation is camp’s new darling
Kids' camps are focusing on teaching content creation to meet the demand for YouTube careers. Bing is falling behind Google, and Dior launches a pricey baby skincare line. The podcast discusses the rise of influencer and content creator summer camps, the cultural shift towards becoming influencers, and the impact of the internet on content creation.

Nov 13, 2023 • 13min
Prioritizing accessibility is the right thing to do — and good for business
Sara Friedman, an expert in catering to customers with sensory needs and other customers living with disabilities, joins the hosts Ben Berkley in discussing the significance of prioritizing accessibility. Topics include Walmart's sensory-friendly shopping hours and the growing trend of businesses implementing initiatives to make their experiences more accommodating for individuals with disabilities.

Nov 9, 2023 • 13min
It’s not a great time to be GM’s Cruise
GM's Cruise robotaxis face setbacks, Meta protects against deepfakes, Nike takes rivals to court. Challenges of self-driving taxis, gaining public trust for autonomous vehicles, and incorporating human elements into autonomous vehicles.

Nov 8, 2023 • 15min
Before AI takes your job, can it help you find one?
The podcast discusses AI job-hunting tools and their impact. They also cover topics such as WeWork's bankruptcy and Shein's new valuation. The chapters explore the use of AI in job applications and its potential benefits and limitations.

Nov 7, 2023 • 10min
How to Bring a Company Back from the Dead
Exploring the process of revitalizing bankrupt companies through acquisition and licensing of intellectual property. Discussing the success of companies involved in this strategy, such as Tiny and Authentic Brands Group. News about the CEO of Bumble Inc. stepping down and a recall by Tyson Foods.

Nov 6, 2023 • 14min
Should brands address social issues?
This podcast explores the role of brands in addressing social issues, discussing consumer preferences and the challenges faced by companies. It also covers updates on news topics such as a canceled construction deal, low wages, and Jeff Bezos' move.

Nov 3, 2023 • 11min
Disney buys Hulu
Disney's purchase of Comcast's stake in Hulu, Britney Spears' memoir, and Starbucks' strong quarter are discussed. The impact of Disney's acquisition on the streaming economy, consolidation in the industry, and the importance of original content and archives in the streaming business are explored.

Nov 2, 2023 • 13min
The American economy is fine, but Americans aren’t
Exploring the paradox of feeling economic depression despite positive American economic numbers. Discussion on WeWork's bankruptcy filing, LinkedIn's new AI-powered tools, and Netflix's growing ad-supported user base. Highlighting the disconnect between those discussing the economy and those living it day to day.

Nov 1, 2023 • 13min
The scent and sound of 21st century marketing
Brands are using scent as a marketing tool, but will it work? The hosts discuss the power of scent and sound in marketing, including custom fragrances and sonic logos. They express skepticism towards the effectiveness of scent marketing and explore the challenges of capturing people's attention.

Oct 31, 2023 • 14min
In the battle for restaurant reservations, it’s diners vs. bots
Struggling to get a dinner reservation? Bots are snatching them up instantly, leading to a less fun restaurant experience. The podcast explores the issue of bots stealing reservations, along with solutions like Dorsha. They also discuss the evolution of reservation systems and the potential for a marketplace for fine dining.