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.
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Nov 9, 2023 • 4min
Gamers Long for the Past
The podcast explores Fortnite's latest chapter, recreating the virtual world of the game's first chapter and discussing the growing appetite for nostalgia in gaming. It also highlights the launch of World of Warcraft Classic, a faithful recreation of the original game, in response to players' requests for a classic version.
Nov 8, 2023 • 4min
Hertz Pumps the Brakes on its Tesla Deal
Hertz's plan to electrify its rental fleet with 100,000 Teslas faces setbacks, including repair costs and decreasing vehicle value. Potential competition from a Tesla rental program mentioned.
Nov 7, 2023 • 4min
Forever 21's Rival Becomes Its Partner
Forever 21 and Shein form a strategic partnership, exchanging stakes in their companies and collaborating on a co-branded clothing line to enhance Shein's retail presence and leverage Forever 21's online sales.
Nov 6, 2023 • 4min
The World's Most Controversial Candy
Learn the history, production, and marketing of candy corn and how it became a popular treat for Halloween. Explore the controversies and efforts to make it popular, including a collaboration with Michelle Williams resulting in a new song.
Nov 3, 2023 • 4min
TikTok Encroaches On YouTube’s Territory
The podcast discusses the battle for video dominance between TikTok and YouTube. It explores how they borrow features from each other, including TikTok's rising popularity with short entertaining videos and YouTube's introduction of YouTube Shorts. TikTok is now increasing its video time limit to compete with YouTube.
Nov 2, 2023 • 3min
Oil Giants Keep Their Feet on the Gas
Chevron makes major moves in the oil and gas industry, acquiring Hess in a $53 billion deal and partnering with Exxon to oversee an oil field in Guyana. Exxon also recently made a $60 billion deal to buy Pioneer Natural Resources.
Nov 1, 2023 • 3min
Skims Targets a New Audience
Skims, founded by Kim Kardashian, expands its customer base by offering diverse sizes and colors. It is launching a menswear line and potentially changing the men's underwear market. Spanks lacks competition.
Oct 31, 2023 • 4min
PlayStation Unveils Its Inclusive Controller
Sony and Microsoft's efforts to develop adaptive controllers for gamers with disabilities are discussed, highlighting the importance of gaming for this audience. Microsoft's initiatives in promoting gaming inclusion and accessibility are also highlighted, including best practices for hosting gaming events and the development of adaptive controllers.
Oct 30, 2023 • 4min
TP Companies Compete for the Bottom Line
Toilet paper brands are innovating to appeal to customers. They are reinventing the square and switching to paper packaging to reduce plastic waste.
Oct 27, 2023 • 4min
Zipcar Tangles with the Feds
Zipcar facing penalties for renting recalled vehicles and legal troubles for rental companies in the car-sharing market.
