Business Wars Daily
Wondery
Business rivals are doing battle every day. On Business Wars Daily, we'll give you a brief daily update on the latest wars between the world's biggest companies. Hosted by David Brown from the hit podcast "Business Wars," listeners will get an inside look at some of today’s most controversial disputes and most surprising business stories: Uber and Lyft competing to invest in city scooters. The latest movie theater grudge match between DC and Marvel. Coffee companies fighting to fill your cup of joe in the morning. New episodes every Monday through Friday.Listen to Business Wars Daily on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/business-wars-daily/ now.
Episodes
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Dec 21, 2023 • 4min
Tab Fans Push for Coke to Bring it Back
Dedicated fans rally for the revival of discontinued sodas like Tab and Sierra Mist Lemon Lime, with successful lobbying efforts and a speculation on their potential success.
Dec 20, 2023 • 4min
Some SmileDirectClub Customers Are Frowning
This podcast explores the rise of Invisalign and direct-to-consumer dental aligners, as well as the bankruptcy protection filing of Smile Direct Club and the frustration of its customers.
Dec 19, 2023 • 4min
The $6 Billion Deal to Buy Macy’s
The podcast discusses Macy's chronic underperformance and the recent proposal to take the retailer private, along with its implications for rival retailers and the challenges faced by department stores in the current retail landscape.
Dec 18, 2023 • 4min
Google’s Legal Loss Could Change the App Store
Explore the legal battle between Epic Games and Google over App Store practices and the potential consequences on the app ecosystem. Discuss the restrictions imposed by Google and Apple on developers in their app stores and the potential impact on app developers and these companies.
Dec 15, 2023 • 4min
This Holiday Season, Soft and Squishy Rule
Major toy companies are shifting their focus to plush toys for the holiday season. Beverly Hills Teddy Bear emphasizes the importance of softness and cuteness. The plush toy market caters to both kids and adults, with a growing nostalgia for stuffed toys.
Dec 14, 2023 • 4min
Mark Cuban’s Major Impact on the Drug Industry
This podcast discusses the impact of Mark Cuban on the drug industry, specifically focusing on how his Cost Plus Drugs venture influenced CVS to adopt a simpler reimbursement model for pharmaceutical pricing in the US.
Dec 13, 2023 • 4min
McDonald’s Top-Secret New Format Emerges
McDonald's new space-themed restaurant format called Cosmics, customizable eye strengths and specialty beverages, hash brown bites, avocado and tomatillo sandwiches, and ice cream. McDonald's introduces new smaller restaurants with extra drive-through lanes, while Burger King unveils a new design prioritizing convenience and pickup orders.
Dec 12, 2023 • 3min
Snoop Dogg’s “Smoke-Free” Announcement a Marketing Ploy
Snoop Dogg fakes quitting smoking as a marketing ploy for Solo Stove's smokeless fire pits. Solo Stove's marketing campaign with Snoop Dogg and its impact on the cannabis industry.
Dec 11, 2023 • 3min
A Rural Airline Merger Could Face DOJ Challenge
This podcast discusses the potential merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. It explores the announcement, potential layoffs, approval process, and the question of whether the merger will be successful.
Dec 8, 2023 • 5min
TikTok Shop Gears Up for the Holidays
The podcast explores TikTok Shop, an in-app shopping feature, and discusses its launch, popularity, potential competition, and controversies.
