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The GOP says "No!" to the Democrats and the shutdown continues.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 7th day of November and thanks for listening.  In other news, travelers are scrambling as cuts to air service starts. The president is blaming the price of beef on foreign owned meat packers. The tight job market is getting tighter.  Oh and how you are feeling about the overall economy, the job market and the future hit rock bottom in the latest University of Michigan study. The Farmers Almanac will cease printing…  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and we've got a story about Starbucks, angry customers and the Bearesta mug.  Let's go.  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

There are about to be planned disruptions in commercial aviation says the FAA. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 5th day of November, thanks for being with us. In other news, the Supreme Court has some questions about tariffs. Elon Musk and his trillion dollar pay deal made the news…again. Some surprising things showed up on the Shein website. What does PG-13 mean?  The Motion Picture Association has some words for Meta. DoorDash reported excellent sales but has a warning. We'll check numbers in the Wall Street Report and the New York Times made a stunning announcement today and of course we'll share.  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Secretary of Transportation says that if the shutdown continues into next week there will be chaos.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 4th day of November, election day here and yes, I'm running for re-election to my City Council seat. In other news, Denny's is sold and is going private.  US Steel to invest billions in upgrading their facilities. In Paris a prosecutor is looking into TikTok and youth suicides.  A former Atlanta Hawks executive faces charges that he stole millions from the team. Chrysler is recalling thousands of Jeep vehicles worried about fire chances.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and the future of Pizza Hut made the news. For the conversation you'll meet Rick Tollakson the CEO of Hubbell Realty, their many charitable donations, the issue of affordable housing and his new book.  But, first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Back in May I had the opportunity to sit down with the CEO of Hubbell Realty, Rick Tollakson and we visited about a host of issues.  I made a note to invite him for an interview and he graciously accepted.  Here you'll learn more about the work Hubbell Realty does for the communities they serve, a conversation about his new book, "Think Bigger Lead Better" and some history of the company that spans generations. Here is my friend Rick: Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We kick things off today sharing a story that will combine many household items into a huge company. Welcome to the Monday Edition of the Business News Headlines for this the 3rd day of November. In other news, flight delays continue during the government shut down. Meanwhile President Trump said he will not negotiate with the Democrats halt the shutdown. The British government is looking at a deal announced by Getty Images to buy Shutterstock. McDonalds says goodbye to self serve soda machines.  In other food news…we've got a story about Hooters and what that company is up to.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and more folks are risk takers as Adjustable Rate Mortgages are on the rise.  Let's go… Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We were at a graduation for successful guests of Bridges of Iowa a long term treatment program that actually works. The program was developed by the founder of Casey's General Stores, Don Lamberti years ago.  Here I sit down with his son Jeff Lamberti to learn more about Bridges, its mission, its success and the installation of an actual bridge in Colby Park of Windsor Heights, Iowa.  Meet my friend, Jeff: Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Happy Halloween and be careful out there.  Today we kick off the Business News Headlines with a winning week on Wall Street and the company that helped make it happen. In other news, Nvidia courts South Korea and what that means. Disney content has gone dark on YouTube TV.  Michigan will get a hyperscale data center and it's a big deal. Powder supplements from Sam's club is making people sick and we'll share the story. The government shutdown is having a major impact on the airline industry. Two federal judges have told the Trump administration it must use funds they have to fund SNAP. In housing news…Americans are “staying put” and what that means. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and finally, fraud in the credit system made the news today.  Let's go… Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Stay with us because coming up next is an important conversation about social skills. My guest is Ro Crosbie the founder, CEO and President of Tero International.  We'll talk about the impact technology has had on reducing social skills and how to reclaim them.  Ro Crosbie…now. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The big meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is over.  What comes next?  We'll share what we know. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 30th day of October and we're glad you're with us again. . In other news, President Trump has skipped the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit that kicks off on Friday. Medical bills and credit reports made the news today. Amazon posted their 3rd quarter results and we'll share them with you. American Farmers, Soybeans and China made the news. Can we have a discussion about…the penny?  We'll share the numbers in The Wall Street Report and a shake up over at YouTube.  Let's go… Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Yes, the Fed did cut its prime lending rate today but then Chair Jerome Powell added some uncertainty to the future and that impacted the markets.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 29th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, layoffs to begin at Paramount, who didn't see this coming? Starbucks reported earnings today and what we learned.  Nvidia becomes the first company valued at five trillion dollars…but here too is a but.  Meanwhile an AI company says they are going to block kids from their chatbots and why. We'll check the numbers from The Wall Street Report and CVS surprises Wall Street but its health care clinics seem to be a problem.  Let's go… Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.  

With Halloween just around the corner we thought we'd kick things off with a deep dive into The Halloween Economy.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 28th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, the Fed signals a rate cut will happen on Wednesday. A judge halts the firing of government workers during the shutdown. So how bad is the job market?  We'll look at what has been massive layoffs from major corporations. Another massive day for the equities and we'll have those numbers in The Wall Street Report and GrubHub gets into groceries.  Ready?  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

What do Ford F-150's, President Trump and Japan have in common?  We'll cover that first today. Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Monday the 27th day of October we're grateful you're with us again. In other news, private donors raise funds for foreign aid programs. Soybeans and China made the news. Boeing workers reject a contract offer and the strike continues. Hormel recalls millions of pounds of frozen chicken and we'll share why. It's being said that Amazon will cut some 30,000 jobs.  We'll check on the record setting day in The Wall Street Report and how to use AI to submit fake business expenses…  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Premier of Ontario, Canada, Doug Ford, said he's pull the TV ad that made President Trump angry.  But, not until Monday. This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 24th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, inflation is still with us and we'll share the details. Target is cutting jobs and what the company is saying.  Folks on Social Security will get a pay bump…but, there is a but. An Iowa mink farm was hit and it is being called an act of terrorism.  It was an amazing day for the equities and we'll check on those numbers in The Wall Street Report. And the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into Tesla and its Mad Max operating system.  What could go wrong….  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Over the past month we've witnessed career ending texts that have been sent out by politicians and those seeking higher office.  That story kicks us off today. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 23rd day of October, thanks for being with us.  In other news, Michigan is trying to claw back millions of dollars originally for an EV battery plant. Oil prices have spiked in recent days and that means more pain at the pump. Speaking of pain…the new inflation report is due out on Friday we'll offer a preview. How about some good news? We'll share the latest mortgage rate story. And, yes, some good news about the equities, we'll check that in The Wall Street Report. Heard about motorized shoes?  You will today.  For the conversation Ro Crosbie from Tero International is with us to talk about the importance of social skills and why so many folks lack that talent.  But, first the news. The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Things were running along pretty well on Wall Street...that is until the markets hit a wall. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 22nd day of October, thanks for listening! In other news, Meta is cutting some 600 jobs and we'll share why. Even in the face of a government shutdown the USDA will open and staff about 2100 rural offices for farmers and ranchers. Social Media company Reddit is suing an AI company and why.  The New York Giants sell off 10% of the franchise and that made the news. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and some new news about…Tinder…in case you are interested. For the conversation we sit down with Ben Currie the president of AMA Iowa and talk marketing and the AMA Iowa Experience.  But, first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Faster, shorter answers for your Internet search is on the way...you can thank ChatGPT and Atlas.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 21st day of October, thanks for being with us.  In other news, a former Amazon driver is suing the federal government and we'll share why. Warner Brothers – Discovery making sounds that it is willing to part with some of the company. Third quarter sales over at Coca Cola rose and we'll share why. Texas ranchers are not pleased with President Trump…so they say.  Good news coming from GM today. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Walmart suspends hiring of individuals who require an H-1B Visa…further constricting the job market. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.  

We start things off today with a quick story about why Wall Street had such a tremendous day. It's all about earnings and a huge dash of hope.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 20th day of October, thanks for listening. In other news, Amazon cloud services experienced a major hiccup and we'll share what we know.  Consumers are paying plenty for beef…and now the president thinks he has a solution.  Smoke pot and own a firearm?  The Supreme Court is about to weigh in on that topic.  China says the U.S. employed a cyber attack back in 2022. It's becoming a major problem. Americans can no longer afford their vehicles. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Americans remain sour about job prospects. For the conversation you'll meet Jeff Lamberti the Chairman of the non-profit long term substance abuse program, Bridges of Iowa.  But, first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Canadians love their only Major League Baseball team the Toronto Blue Jays but, when they cross the border to watch a game they are not buying much.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 16th day of October, thanks for listening. .  In other news, the health care insurance issue is huge for many.  We'll preview why Wall Street fell today and in another health care story California will soon be selling insulin at 11 dollars a pen…we'll share that story. The 30-year mortgage rate has fallen yet again. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Amazon suddenly closes grocery stores putting thousands out of work.  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We kick things off today sharing a scary story about air traffic controllers and the holes in aviation that are becoming larger due to the government shutdown. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 15th day of October, thanks for listening! In other news, more money for Argentina?  Looks like it.  A group is spending up to 40 billion dollars to buy a company…think AI. Dozens of journalists turned in their credentials rather than bow down to new Defense Department rules. Smucker's sues Trader Joes and we'll share why. A Federal Judge stops the Trump administration's mass firings of government workers and why. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Whirlpool is moving a factory to Ohio… Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

While attending the Iowa League of Cities Annual Meeting I sat down with the very energetic Mayor of Dubuque, Iowa.  Brad Cavanagh talks about the transformation of his city, the amazing riverfront, the colleges that dot the area and more.  Plus Brad is also an entrepreneur.  Get to know the mayor of the oldest city in Iowa, Brad Cavanagh.  We really enjoyed this conversation! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

In a speech in Philadelphia Fed Chair Jerome Powell said something very interesting. Think rate cuts.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 14th day of October, thank you for listening! In other news, new tariffs on wood products will mean consumers will have to pay more for kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities and upholstered wooden furniture. General Motors is about to take a 1.6 billion dollar hit and we'll share why.  How AI is reshaping shopping…at Walmart.  Beyond Meat shares dropped like a rock today and we'll share why. Speaking of shares we'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and the big US banks are celebrating…and we'll share why.  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We are overjoyed that the 20 remaining hostages captured by the terrorists over two years ago are now home and safe. It was a stunning day.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 13th day of October, thanks for listening.  In the news, President Trump softens his condemnation of China…and the market shot up.  In other news, Speaker Mike Johnson has a prediction about the government shutdown.  Retailers are unsure about tariffs and the economy so many are cutting staffing or taking longer to hire holiday workers. China exports to the U.S. take a hit.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and then there is the issue of military pay for our service people.  Yes, you can thank the shutdown.  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We've seen all of this before.  How the threat of higher tariffs tank Wall Street and that is exactly what happened today.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 10th day of October and thanks for listening!  In other news, there is more to the U.S. vs China rhetoric from the president and we'll share that as well. The firings of government workers has begun and details are starting to trickle in. Air traffic controllers, and we're already short staffed there, who call in sick rather than work for no pay…may be fired. We'll check on the dismal numbers in The Wall Street Report and UPS informs consumers that the company is simply throwing away packages that have been with U.S. Customs.  For the conversation you'll meet the Mayor of the oldest city in Iowa…his name is Brad Cavanagh.  But first the news…Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

A currency swap totaling $20 billion happened today but the Treasury Secretary says it's not a bailout for Argentina. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 9th day of October, thanks for listening. In other news, the government shutdown and flight delays made the news.  Yet another investigation into the Tesla self-driving mode Musk touts. Three scenarios regarding the damage the government shutdown may bring is in the news. The Pope was in Chicago advocating for migrants. We've got new news on mortgage rates for you and it's looking better.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and there are reports that the craft beer craze may be in trouble.  Ready? Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We kick things off today with a story about how some in the banking industry are voicing concerns about...an AI bubble.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 8th day of October, thanks for listening.  In other news, will the Fed cut rates again soon?  We'll check the recent release of the minutes.  Want in on quirky Meme Stocks?  We have a place for you… Because of the government shutdown we have to go elsewhere for jobs data…and the data is not good. Also not good is the new cost of $100,000 for an H-1B Visa and we have a story. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and finally Chipotle is launching a new…scary menu item…but there is a but.  Ready?  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Tesla wants to improve it's market share so they are making you an offer.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 7th day of October and we also remember the victims killed by terrorists in Israel two years ago.  Thank you for listening today. In other news, the World Trade Organization is bullish on the future.  Gold futures soared today…and we'll explain why. Cracker Barrel is back in the news…this time it's about foot traffic. Toyota has recalled thousands of vehicles and we'll share why. Bob Ross paintings to be sold to help public television stations.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and the U.S. takes a stake in a Canadian metals company….let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

A big shake-up over at CBS News and something about a "woke culture".  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 6th day of October, thanks for listening.  In other news, a bank merger is happening and we'll share the story.  The IRS has a new position…it's called the CEO of the IRS. The president recently lied about the Associated Press and we'll share what he said.  You do know that this is Taylor Swifts world and we're simply allowed to live in it.  We have a story…  Have you heard about the Dubai Chocolate movement?  You will today.  We check on the numbers in the Wall Street Report. And, we'll have a report on what's going on with booze exports that has distillers…worried.  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Can  government be good? In just a moment you'll hear from Dave Martin the Host and Producer of The Good Government Show. Dave travels the U.S. in search of people who help create good government.  People who's only agenda is helping the citizens who elected them live in an exceptional city, town or county. We first met Dave at an Iowa League of Cities event a year ago and finally got around to sitting with him to learn more about the show, how it got started and so much more.  Now meet Dave! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

On the first Friday of each month at 8:30AM Eastern many of us cast our eyes toward Washington, D.C. for a look at the monthly jobs report.  This morning...nothing. Think government shutdown. This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 3rd day of October, great to be back and thanks for listening.  In other news, retribution?  You decide. The fired transportation official sues the Trump Administration. India and China have agreed to restart airline service between the two nations. There is a massive recall issued by Walmart and it has to do with furniture.  We'll check the numbers in the Wall Street Report and while the government shutdown has delayed the official jobs report we did get a peek at what may be going on through LinkedIn.  For the conversation you'll meet entrepreneur Dave Martin the host and producer of The Good Government Show…can government be…good?  We'll let Dave share that…but first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The jewelry business has been hard hit with the tariffs. Here you'll meet Chuck Kuba who owns Iowa Diamond.  He shares what wild pricing he is receiving for jewelry he gets from India, which also happens to be the center of the diamond trade. He'll also share some amazing facts about "lab grown diamonds" that truly surprised us.  Now, meet Chuck Kuba from Iowa Diamond.  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The US job market is in a slump and how do we know? The latest job openings report came out today and we'll start there. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 30th day of September, thanks for listening! In other news, Pfizer has agreed to lower drug costs and we'll share that story. The police pulled over a driverless taxi…but can't issue a ticket…  Flood insurance troubles hit many homeowners. Your confidence in the economy just took another hit. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and an AI created actress is causing some issues with the actors union.  And a programing note, we're off tomorrow and Thursday but will return with the Business News Headlines on Friday.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Fifty-five billion dollars for the buy-out of Electronic Arts and who's paying?  We'll share that story first.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 29th day of September, thanks for listening.  In other news, so you still think AI will not be responsible for jobs lost?  We have a story for you.  Walmart has, once again, shocked the retail market…we'll tell you about it. New news about Trump Tariffs…this time targeting the movie industry. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and a look at the fragile job market.  For the conversation you'll meet Chuck Kuba the owner of Iowa Diamond and how the tariffs have impacted the jewelry business and an amazing story about lab created diamonds and how they stack up the natural stones…  Chuck Kuba from IowaDiamond.com is coming up but first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

We kick things off this afternoon with a story about inflation. While the numbers were what economists expected inflation is still running hotter than the Fed would like.  And, what about wages?  We'll cover that as well.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 26th day of September, thanks for listening. In other news, more and higher tariffs are on the way says the president. Income made from house flipping has sputtered and we'll share. So much for biking and bike trails says the transportation department. We'll check the numbers from the Wall Street Report and Tik Toc gets a wild valuation and we'll share the numbers. For the conversation what are Iowa cities up against? My guest is Chelsea Hoye the director of government affairs for the Iowa League of Cities.  What keeps her and city leaders up at night…she will share all but first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Welcome back to Insight on Business the News Headlines for Thursday the 25th day of September, we're glad you are listening. First up today Amazon has to pony up $2.5 billion in a settlement, the largest ever, for tricking consumers to sign up for Prime. In other news, the US economy grew at a surprising pace and we'll share the numbers. Starbucks closing hundreds of locations as it tries to become…essential. Is it safe for kids? A new study says Instagram is not.  A bipartisan group of leaders is urging the Supreme Court not to act when it comes to the Central Bank and Lisa Cook. We'll check the numbers in the Wall Street Report and Petco says they are about to close stores across the country.  For the conversation you'll meet Ashley Vanorny who is on the City Council in Iowa's second largest city, Cedar Rapids…some great insight on what cities in Iowa are facing…let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Every so often we go Out to Lunch and cover, in depth, an issue critical to so many. Today we're Out to Lunch with Amanda Wanke the CEO of the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority better known as DART.  Over the past several months DART has taken on the challenge of reimaging public transit in light of budget cuts. Here we talk about the economic development and worker development importance of public transit. The effort to provide both coverage and enhance ridership for DART users, the new "bus garage" being built.  Why is DART doing that and where is the funding coming from.  Our host for Out to Lunch was Chef Lynn Pritchard from Table 128 at Gray's Landing in Des Moines.  Now, let's go Out to Lunch with Amanda! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

If you are a Gen Z it is highly likely that your credit score has taken a dive and our first story tells us why that is.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 19th day of September, thanks for listening. In other news, so, $100,000 for an H-1B Visa and what are they? We'll share the story. Lots of powerful companies behind the Jimmy Kimmel issue. Grocery prices are still on the rise and that could mean more, not less shrinkflation. McDonald's is flashing warning signs about the economy and we'll share that story.  We'll check the numbers from The Wall Street Report and we'll get moved by none other than Taylor Swift.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

There is a very ominous reality going on as President Trump seeks to reshape the U.S. media more to his liking and it all sounds familiar. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 18th day of September, thanks for listening. In other news the Trump Administration turns to the Supreme Court to outs Fed Governor Lisa Cook. All must be forgiven? Hyundai Motor Group on Thursday confirmed it is going forward with previously announced plans to expand its Georgia plant after that ICE raid. The number of businesses filing for bankruptcy protection has grown and they all share some common reasons why. The closing of Wahlburger's, the popular burger chain is real and we'll share why. In other retail news Petco is closing more than 2 dozen stores. We'll have the numbers from the Wall Street Report and tough finding a job in this environment? The experts say it's not your fault and give some advice.  Let's go!  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

There was a lot of fuss made over the Federal Reserve rate cut but the big question is, how will the rate cut impact...you?  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 17th day of September, thanks for listening! !  In other news, the CEO of Nvidia is not happy and we'll share why. Ticket vendor StubHub got a meh response in their IPO.  Human composting is now a thing in New Jersey.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and investors are still smarting over Cracker Barrel issues and the company saw it's stock sink  Lots to cover today, let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

You, yes you, were pretty active with your retail spending in August and we'll cover that story first. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 16th day of September, thanks for listening! In other news, the Fed meeting is on and there is some drama. Tesla is under investigation…yet again. Parents of kids who died by suicide testify about chat bots to congress. The FDA is targeting telehealth companies and unofficial versions of prescription drugs. We'll take a look at a lackluster day in The Wall Street Report and a number of major retailers and companies are saying they are raising prices due to the Trump Tariffs and we've got a list.  Let's go… Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Not long ago I was doing some research on Medicaid Reimbursement for an upcoming story. My search led me to Catherine Grey who has been working with Medicaid in Iowa for 34 years due to the condition of her son, John.  Here she talks about the challenges of applying, over and over and over again. The amount of money the private Managed Care Organization are receiving from Iowa. The sheer number of people on Medicaid and more.  You've no doubt heard lots of misinformation but here we'll put a face the the issue.  Meet Catherine.  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.  

Over the years some of my favorite conversations are with talented chefs. I marvel at their creative ability. The time it takes to create a first-class dish through trial and error is a test of endurance. Here you'll meet Chef Lynn Pritchard who I've known for years. Once based in Clive, Iowa Table 128 moved last year to just south of Downtown Des Moines into a beautiful space with plenty of parking. (You MUST GO!) Then Chef Pritchard recently opened Hugo's of Des Moines located near the Drake Campus.  Here we talk about both locations, the uncertainty of tariffs on the food industry, the celebration of fine food and so much more.  Enjoy...we did! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Ying and Yang of two of President Trump's policies don't mix well.  That kicks things off this afternoon.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 12th day of September, thanks for listening! In other news, the graphic videos of the murder of Charlie Kirk call content moderation into question. The Congressional Budget Office has a warning about the US economy and employment. Boeing workers reject the latest contract offer extending the strike at 3 Midwestern factories. Wall Street ended the day mixed however at some record levels…we'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report. And, finally consumer confidence takes yet another hit and we'll share what you say you are feeling.  For the conversation you'll meet Chef Lynn Pritchard the man behind Table 128 and Hugo's of Des Moines.  What's it like being a restauranter in 2025…we asked.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

It is September 11th and the odd thing about this is the lack of mention of 9/11 by the media. For us, let us never forget.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday and thanks for listening.  In the news, the Fed is in a tight spot and we'll share what's going on. In other news, the Trump administration has asked for an emergency ruling to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook. The Federal Trade Commission is looking into AI chatbots and why.  Candy is a big business…and now a candy exec pleads guilty about stealing 28 million dollars from Mars.  We'll take a look at the market results from today in The Wall Street Report and mortgage rates continue to fall and we'll share the latest number…let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

It would seem that investors are all in on Buy Now - Pay Later and that story kicks us off today.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 10th day of September, thanks for listening.  In other news, producer prices actually fell a bit last month and what that means. Danish drug maker Novo Nordisk is cutting thousands of workers. Embattled Fed Governor Lisa Cook can keep her job…for now.  The fallout from that massive number of jobs that were not created is getting a hard look. The raid was about illegal vaping products and we'll tell you about it.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and even more news today about the ongoing saga at Cracker Barrel.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Back in 2018 Shadley Grei came back to Des Moines for a "one-man" play which was a huge success. Now he's back from his gig in California with a new boon and a very different publishing company.  The book, "Before Closure" is a fascinating story of love lost and we talk about that here.  But what is really stunning is Kingbird Press a publishing house that, unlike others, returns 90% of book sales back to the writer. Usually it's 10%.  You know that book that is in your head?  Connect with Shadley and let it out. Enjoy!  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.  

While in Norfolk, Virginia for the Summer Meeting of the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association I had the opportunity to sit down with Ryan Martin who with his parents operate Green Spring Tractor in Newville, PA.  Not only is Ryan a charming young man  but he is also grounded much more than many 19 year-old folks. Here we talk about his parents, the work he does and how his faith helps keep him grounded.  Meet Ryan Martin. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.  

While in Norfolk, Virginia I had the opportunity to sit down with BJ Moss who is the association contact for Estes Express who works with the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association.  This quick conversation centers on what BJ does for Estes and the offerings to the NTPDA.  Good guy and he seemed to enjoy his first outing with NTPDA members during our Summer Meeting.  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Remember when home sellers ruled and folks were scrambling to outbid each other?  Those days, it would seem are...over. This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 8th day of September, thanks for listening. In other news, the immigration raid in Georgia has caused some international fallout. How Americans feel about capitalism and socialism made the news in a recent poll. Coming up is the 60th anniversary of Star Trek….what can you expect? Some workers at Cracker Barrel are telling some wild stories and we'll share. We'll check what happed to the equities in The Wall Street Report and tomorrow Apple will, we are told, share something called the iPhone 17 Air.  The hype is…awesome. Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The only question from the Jobs Report that was issued on Friday is...who will President Trump fault for the lousy numbers.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 5th day of September and thank you for listening.  In other news, the Tesla board wants to pay Elon Musk a trillion dollars…you heard that correctly.  The FCC is moving to jam the cell phones of prisoners in the US…and why. YouTube and the NFL made the news. We'll check the Friday numbers in The Wall Street Report and we'll take a look at the new mortgage rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage that should put you in a happy place.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The word is "unpresented" and now with Trump 2.0 we're seeing a bunch of that.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 4th day of September, thanks for listening. In other news, will the tariffs stand it is a major issue that impacts businesses and consumers. Google is facing over $425 million in damages.  What are they?  We'll share.  We've got some good news about the 30 year mortgage rate and it couldn't come at a better time.  Mom's are under stress, yet again, trying to balance getting their kids to school and maintaining their jobs.  We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report. Finally, why McDonalds has left the National Restaurant Association and it has to do with wages.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The latest jobs data continues to tell us employers are holding back on openings and what that might mean.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 3rd day of September, thanks for listening!  In other news, there is a legal fight between two conservative news networks and it's a doozy. India is slashing taxes on hundreds of items in an effort to spur local spending. A major oil company will layoff 25% of it's workforce and this is a big deal. A massive payout from Powerball could be yours later this evening.  We'll check the numbers in the Wall Street Report and what does the Fed think about the economy?  We'll share what we know.  Let's get to the headlines. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.