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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.

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.  

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.

It would seem this is the season for breakups.  We'll cover that story first this evening. Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 2nd day of September, we hope you had a relaxing Labor Day Holiday. In other news, in an effort to woo back customers McDonalds is taking an axe to prices. Crash  victims families have a last ditch effort for justice…think Boeing.  Speaking of legal issues Google is back in the news. We'll take a look at the numbers from Wall Street and Disney has to pony up 10 million dollars to settle a case involving kids under the age of 13.  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.

It's back.  Inflation that is and we'll start our newscast with that story.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 29th day of August and happy Labor Day Weekend.  Be careful out there. In other news, low value merchandise has lost its tariff protection and what that means for you. The Commerce Department tells us the U.S. economy grew by 3.3% in the latest quarter and we'll break down those numbers for you.  Delta airlines settles a class action lawsuit for 79 million dollars…and we'll share what that's all about. More companies are recalling shrimp due to radiation issues. We'll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and consumer confidence take another hit…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 legal case will determine if the Central Bank can keep its independence. Yes, she sued. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 28th of August and thanks for listening. In other news, President Trump fires a member of the Surface Transportation Board and we'll share why. Mystery surrounds a detention camp in Texas…and it's a wild story.  Tesla sales falter again in Europe…and we'll share why. Hundreds of thousands of pressure washers have been recalled. We'll check the numbers from the Wall Street Report and Walgreens goes…private.  Let's get into 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.

It was one of the worst efforts at rebranding in memory and today we'll take a deep dive into what happened at this storied restaurant chain.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 27th of August, thanks for listening.    In other news, Target protesters are angry over a lack of action when it comes to DEI efforts. Nvidia reported quarterly sales and we'll share those results. Rural hospitals and cuts to Medicare came into focus today and it's not a pretty picture. We'll share the numbers from today in the Wall Street Report and what's going on over at Meta as several high profile AI specialists have left the company.  We'll share what we know.  For the conversation we'll tackle the issue of entitlement with Ro Crosbie from Tero International…  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.

She says she is not going to be pushed out of her job and will sue the Trump Administration to keep it.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 26th day of August, thanks for listening. In other news, we'll take a deep dive into the independence of the Central Bank and why it matters. Low value imports will, on Friday lose their exemption to tariffs…and why that matters to you the consumer.  Your view of the economy, job opportunities and the future declined a bit in August and we'll share what you said. We've got the numbers from the Wall Street Report and Apple has set the date for its latest release of new product and improved devices.  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.

Sometimes what seemed like a good idea goes south.  Ask the folks at Dr. Pepper.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 25th day of August, thanks for listening.  In other news, a new Southwest policy will impact plus size passengers. Speaking of transportation public bus service is under significant pressure. Major corn producing states are facing a dilemma. We'll take a look at the numbers in the Wall Street Report and the rebranding of Cracker Barrel is causing an upheaval we've not seen in sometime.  We'll share what the experts are saying about it and why the company is under pressure.  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.

Wall Street had a day and so did Jerome Powell.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 22nd day of August, thanks for listening!  We're coming to you today from a mobile studio in Mason City, Iowa.  Checking the business news, a massive explosion in Louisiana made the news.  Canada is dropping many of its retaliatory tariffs and why. Cracker Barrel has watched it stock plumet over the past two days…and it's all about a logo, menu changes and it's not going over well at all.  We'll check the numbers from the Wall Street Report and we're back on Sunday, Noon Central with the Business Week in Review and you can catch us on News/Talk 1540 KXEL, where Iowa comes to talk…and yes we do stream    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.

Tomorrow will be a very important day for many people.  Why?  Fed Chair Jerome Powell will speak and the rate question is front and center. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 21st day of August, thanks for listening! In other news a Central Bank governor said she is not letting Trump dictate her service. Flight attendants in the US are as angry as they are in Canada…but here they are unlikely to strike and why. Walmart released its quarterly earnings and the company isn't letting tariffs impact them.  Target has named an Iowan and 20 year insider as their new CEO. We'll check the numbers in the Wall Street Report and companies are reporting they are going to higher fewer workers and that could be a problem.  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.

Air Canada and flight attendants have struck a deal and the airline, the largest in Canada, resumes flights. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 19th of August and thanks for listening. In other news, Home Depot reported robust sales and who is responsible. The U.S. Government wants to buy into…chip maker Intel. John Deere announces another round of layoffs…and why. The unemployment rate in Washington, D.C. is the highest in the nation. And we'll share the reason. Walmart, Shrimp and Radioactive concerns made the news today. TikTok and the American Tennis Players have struck a deal to promote the sport.  We've got the Wall Street Report and is AI really good for business? It depends.    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 picked up your spending in June and July but, there is a but to this story.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 15th day of August, thanks for listening. In other news, what is driving the Fed's decision? Jobs or stubborn inflation? What is the economy like in China?  We'll share what we know. We'll also check on the economy growth in Japan. The US will spend 750 million dollars to build…a fly factory in Texas and we'll share why.  We'll check the stocks during the Wall Street Report and while you shopped heavy in June and July…your outlook about the economy and jobs….has taken a hit according to the latest report from the University of Michigan.  Let's get to 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 other day we reported on consumer inflation report that came in under what economists projected. Today was a much different story and it was impactful.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 14th day of August, thanks for listening! In other news, let's talk about Taylor Swift…much more pleasant. Air Canada has started to cancel flights ahead of a work stoppage. Some new menu items coming to a national chicken chain…  We've got the numbers in the Wall Street Report and if you are buying a home we've got some good news about the latest 30 year fixed mortgage rate.  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.

Things are getting tense over at the Bureau of Labor Statistics over the new director and we'll share what President Trump's choice to head the agency has caused. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 13th day of August, thanks for listening. In other news, folks at the Bureau of Labor Statistics weigh in on what's going on there. Amazon announced today that it will begin delivery of fresh food in select cities…yes, fresh…food. Homeowners are cashing in on their home equity in droves. The next rising tiger is…Vietnam.  We'll share the numbers in the Wall Street Report and Walmart workers today received a new perk and we'll tell you about it.  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 all selling something. Think about it. Businesses spend time and money selling their product or service. Many people make a great living by selling a product or service. Heck, when dating or in marriage we're selling...something.  But can we do better?  Here you will meet Ro Crosbie from Tero International as she talks about a program they offer called "Outcome Driven Sales". What are the benefits, what can you learn and how do you get involved?  All asked and answered here. Meet Ro! 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 drove the business news as well as the stock market. We're talking about the Inflation Report that came out early on Tuesday morning and that story starts us off this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for this the 12th day of August.  Thanks for listening! In other news, the trade war between China and the United States is hitting a cooling off period. YouTube will start age verification efforts on Wednesday. Delivery Drones may soon take flight in the U.S. and we'll tell you about it.  The US National Debt hit a new milestone faster than anticipated. We've got the numbers in the Wall Street Report and there is an unsolicited bid from an AI startup to buy…Chrome.  You heard that correctly.  Let's get to 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.

By any measure this "deal" between Nvidia, AMD and the U.S. government is, well, different.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 11th day of August and thanks for listening. In other news, Ford says its future is in electric vehicles and is spending roughly 2 billion dollars on that gamble. Lousy jobs data may spur the Fed to cut rates?  A Delta Airlines passenger jet came in contact with another plane…on the ground. We'll take a look at the numbers from the Wall Street Report and another turn around?  Yes and this time it is the beleaguered AMC theater chain…for the interview Ro Crosbie from Tero International is with us to talk about Outcome Driven Sales…look we all sell something…and when you use these tools you will become a sales…master.  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.

He lasted only two months at his IRS gig. Yes, we're talking about former Missouri Congressman Billy Long.  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 8th day of August, thanks for being here. In other news, The President says he does not trust the job numbers, however Wall Street does. The Commander of the Moon Mission, Jim Lovell has died and we'll remember him. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is open in a beta mode. Zillow is sounding an alarm when it comes to the housing market.  We've got the Wall Street Report and it looks like Bed Bath and Beyond is coming back from…beyond. 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.

President Trump has nominated a White House economist to a position with the U.S. Central Bank. That story kicks us off on this the 7th day of August and the first day of the Iowa State Fair. Thanks for listening.  In other news, yet another executive order this time the president is going after…banks and we'll share why. A popular mall destination for teens has filed for bankruptcy. The EPA has done away with a 7 billion dollar grant program for low income individuals. We've got some positive news for potential home buyers…think interest rates. The number of people filing for jobless benefits rose a bit.  We've got the Wall Street Report and unions are no longer welcome at VA facilities.  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 event is 75 years old and today you'll meet Terry McWilliams who chairs the event known as the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion…happening in Mount Pleasant, Iowa starting on August 28th. Here we talk about the history of the Reunion, the many volunteers that are needed and who show up.  We'll also talk a bit about the City of Mount Pleasant because Terry also sits on the City Council.  Let's get started and meet Terry McWilliams.  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's called "wiggle room". We're talking about the recent added 25% tariff that Trump has levied against India taking their rate to 50%. But, there is a but.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 6th day of August, thanks for listening. In other news, what is Chat GPT telling teens?  You will be shocked. Just in time for football we've got an NFL/ESPN story for you. The White House and Apple are talking big bucks. Speaking of the White House more chaos and this time lives are on the line and we'll share that story. We'll take a look at what happened with the equities today during the Wall Street Report and Starbucks is closing a bunch of their locations.  We'll share what is in store for the coffee giant and you.  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.

Lot's of people, especially younger individuals, have used "Buy Now - Pay Later" loans.  If you are one of them our first story should be of great interest to you.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 5th day of August, thanks for being with us. In other news, Switzerland thought it would avoid steep tariffs…but not so fast. Speaking of tariffs…we've all seen the headlines that the tariff rate for Canada and Mexico is 35%.  But, there is a big but about that if you dig a bit deeper…and we will.  We've got the Wall Street Report and the economic report that helped turn the equities from green to red today.   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.

Boeing may not be worried but their investors might be.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 4th day of August, thanks for being with us.  In other news, China and the US are at an impasse and it all has to do with oil.  The Tesla board just gave Elon Musk a reason to stick around… actually 29 billion reasons. The tight rental market is keeping domestic violence victims in shelters longer than usual. The Trump tariffs are having a personal impact on leaders who were…friends. We'll check the Wall Street Numbers from today and a look at what has become a very frosty job market.  For the interview you'll meet Terry McWilliams who chairs the 75 year old event the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion…happening in Mount Pleasant, Iowa later this month…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.

For many reasons Friday was one of the wildest days we've seen in a very long time.  From a dismal jobs report to new tariffs to the firing of a career government worker because  President Trump thinks the job numbers were, in his words, "rigged".  This is the Business News Headlines for Friday and the first day of August.  In other news headlines: More global confusion and uncertainty roiled the markets in Asia, Europe and the United States. Columbia Sportswear is suing Columbia University and we'll share why.  We'll take a look at the dismal numbers in the Wall Street Report and while it was expected it's still sad…the Corporation for Public Broadcasting is closing it's doors. 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 get to say "goodbye" to July and welcome to the Business News Headlines for this Thursday, glad you are with us again. More tough tariff talk kicks us off today meanwhile a group of appellate judges question if Trump has the authority to impose tariffs without Congress. And, as we reported yesterday when the Fed did not cut interest rates we predicted that President Trump would lash out against Fed Chair Jerome Powell...and we didn't even have to wait 24 hours. What a new inflation number tells us about the tariffs. American Eagle Outfitters is causing a ruckus and we'll tell you about it. We'll check the markets in the Wall Street Report and Best Buy has a new partner and you'll be surprised at who it is.  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.

Today the President of the United States did not get what he has been demanding and this might still get interesting. Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of the Business News Headlines, glad you are with us again. In other news, we'll take a quick look at the surprising growth in the U.S. economy.  But, of course there is a but to that story. Brazil gets hit with a 50% tariff and India is hit with a tariff of 25%.  Shares of Meta surged today and we'll tell you why. We'll take a look at what happened with the equities in the Wall Street Report and yet another surprise…firms are back to hiring folks…that according to ADP.  Let's get to 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 are back from an extended assignment and what a trip back to Iowa.  We flew from Norfolk, VA to DC and then got stuck for 44 hours as American Airlines delayed and cancelled flight after flight. It was an awful experience but grateful to be back and in the studio.  Coming up today we'll kick things off with a story about the millions of millionaires there are in the US which leads all other nations by a bunch. In other news, it's a day that ends in a Y so let's talk about…you guessed it, tariffs. That massive railroad merger…looks like it's on.  Passwords and Microsoft has made the news…and this is important. We'll take a look at the numbers from Wall Street and the labor market is getting tougher…we'll have a look at the decreasing number of US job openings.  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.

Who loves change? Go ahead, put your hand down because it seems that change is a difficult reality in our lives. And, when you consider the pace of change it gets even more difficult. Here you will meet Ro Crosbie the founder, CEO and President of Tero International who will guide us through a conversation about change.  Here is a tidbit to get you thinking. Research says that 75% of change efforts fail.  Why and what can leaders do to minimize that failure rate?  Ro has an answer. 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 some activity over at the headquarters of the U.S. Central Bank. It was a show and tell about the $2.5 billion restoration going on and why that happened today.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 24th day of July, coming to you again from Norfolk, Virginia. In other news, like the U.S. Central Bank the European Central Bank has delayed cutting rates…and why.  Looks like the railroad merger might be happening. We'll share what we know at this point. President Trump weighs in on Tesla in a surprise Truth Social Post. From the entertainment world…remember Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks?  Long before Fleetwood Mac's successful LP Rumors there was the Buckingham Nicks Album…we have some news. We'll take a look at the Wall Street Numbers from today and United Health Care is the subject of a Department of Justice review…think Medicare Billing.  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.

Things are a little shaky today as we're on the road in Norfolk, Virginia for the week.  We've got some audio issues but the show must go on.  We kick things off tonight with the tariff deal with Japan that moved the markets big time.  Thanks for being here on Wednesday the 23rd day of July. In other news, new Meme stocks take center stage. Sales of previously owned home sank again and we'll share the details. What's the latest with student loan repayments?  We'll tell you what we know.  The Associated Press is barred from attending White House pressers…so says an appeals court. We've got the midday Wall Street Report in this shortened edition of the Business News Headlines…thanks for being with us. 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 and today we kick things off reporting on the death of Ozzy Osborne, once the target of angry parents as the front man of Black Sabbath...dead at 76 just weeks after his farewell concert in England. In other news, the owner of the Los Angeles Times says he will take the newspaper…public. There seems to be new interest in Kohls and we'll share that story. Turns out the president was right about Coca-Cola and sugar but is it any healthier?  Speaking of the President, Steven Colbert had some things to say last night. We've got the numbers from Wall Street and Canadians are turning their backs on booze from the U.S.  For the conversation you'll meet Robert Boston the Senior Advisor of Americans United for Separation of Church and State and yes, there is a business aspect to the story…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.

A new study is out telling us where you are stashing your hard-earned dollars and it's not the bank. This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 21st day of July, thanks for being with us! In other news, the latest Superman Movie is proving to be…well, super with fans.  What to know about the Microsoft SharePoint hack.  A changing of the guard over at Subway and we'll share the latest. At least 5.2 million above ground swimming pools have been recalled…think drownings. We've got the Wall Street Report and your wish for a foldable phone from Apple may just come to pass.  For the interview you'll meet Tim Zarley…sure he is a patient attorney but he is also a baseball historian with one book to his credit and another on the way…a wide ranging look at the sport of baseball with  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.

I've had the pleasure to know Darryl Ahnemann for several years.  His business is helping non-profits raise much needed money.  He has been in that role for decades. Recently he contacted me to ask about connecting with a religious community in the Greater Des Moines Metro and told me about a program he has been working with other volunteers. It is an amazing story about a food rescue just a year old but breaking new ground every day.  It's the St. Marks Neighborhood Fridge which is open 24/7 for people who are food insecure.  And while this may sound like a hyper-local story we think it's something that your community could start.  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 have picked up on buying stuff!  How do we know?  We've got the retail sales report from last month.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 17th day of July, thanks for being with us. In other news, 1.4 million low income Americans are set to lose their homes and why.  Netflix posted up some strong numbers and we'll share. We'll take a look at what happened today on Wall Street as the Nasdaq set a new record. And we've got a story about a change in the Coke formula that President Trump is taking credit for and what backlash might happen if the switch is on.  We think you'll enjoy this bit of trivia.  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.

A White House official said President Trump waved a letter telling House Members he was firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Turns out it was a prop but the markets reacted. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 16th day of July, thanks for being here.   In other news, yesterday we shared the bump inflation took last month today we'll look at the producer price index.  The Nvidia CEO says he had little to do with getting approval from the administration to sell chips to China. A reversal about medical debt and credit reports to share with you.  So how are American owned companies in China doing?  We've got some news. Meanwhile China posted it's GDP and we'll share what happened there.  The Wall Street Report and finally a dismal report dealing with home loans and the reasons behind the drop.  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 told you it was coming and...it's here Think tariff induced inflation.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 15th day of July, thanks for listening! In other news we've got a couple of stories about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that should scare the hell out of you. Nvidia gets US approval to sell powerful chips to China and that after a meeting the CEO had with President Trump. We've got the Wall Street Report and a major shake up over at McDonald's that industry watchers say is the biggest menu change in 50 years.  For the conversation you'll meet Darryl Ahnemann and an amazing story about food rescue just a year old but breaking new ground every day.  It's the St. Marks Neighborhood Fridge that is open 24/7 for people who are food insecure.  And perhaps it's something that your community could start.  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.

Great to be back!  We were without power on Friday due to some heavy storms so our Friday Business Headlines didn't make it.  Tonight we start out with what the Trump administration calls the “ostentatious" remodel of the Central Bank buildings. In other news, American manufacturing…stuck in a rut. President Trump and EU tariffs while the EU is pausing retaliatory tariffs and why.  Starbucks wants remote workers back in the office and why. The US has just slapped a new tariff on tomato's from Mexico and the impact? The Wall Street Report and Bitcoin hits a new record and why that happened today.  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.

Welcome back and know what?  We don't have a tariff story for you. It's kind of a first but we do have a "snap, crackle, pop" story to kick things off.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 10th day of July, thanks for being here. In other news, Tesla shareholders want a meeting…it could be interesting. The United States has closed its southern border with Mexico and we'll share why.  The Ford Motor Company just issued a massive recall.  The Wall Street Report and, chip maker Nvidia hits yet another milestone as it's value continues to increase.  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.

They are not really "industrial rivals" to the United States but, President Trump sent them "tariff letters" on Wednesday and we'll share what we know.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 9th day of July. In other news, Musk's AI friend Grok…sent out some awful responses and even praised Hitler…no, really. Nvidia is a big deal…a very big deal.  Now we have to deal with Job Scams and we'll share that story.  The first Prime Day is in the books and it seems you were hungry for some deals. The Wall Street Report and a new Whopper is out from our friends at Burger King, think spicy…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.

US consumers are carrying lots of credit card debt but there is a but to this story.  Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines, we're glad you're here. In other news it's the 8th day of a worker strike in Philadelphia and even though the garbage is mounting most people support the union effort for more money. The tragedy in Texas and who…did what? The new Trump Tariffs will the world react differently this time?  We'll take a look at the Wall Street numbers from today and your shoes and the TSA.  For the conversation we'll host Sinikka Waugh the founder of Your Clear Next Step…what is it and what does she do.  We'll talk about that and that Finnish drink in a can…Long.  Yes, we cover lots of ground…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 after a rather long holiday weekend.  We kick things off tonight talking about yet more tariffs inflicted on more nations as the President is confident this will bring manufacturing back to the U.S. This is the Business News Headlines for July 7th, thanks for being here. .  In other news, the 90 day deadline for tariff deals is this Wednesday…so where are we?  We'll share.  Tesla shares tumbled today and we'll share why.  Costco has announced a number of recalls on various products the company sells.  Meanwhile Sam's Club has increased prices…again.  It was not a good day on Wall Street and we'll share those numbers with you and finally the number of first time home sales has tanked…and dramatically…while the number of renters in the U.S. are at an all time high.  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.

Now that the tax and spending cut bill has passed both houses of Congress it's a wait and see game to how all of this will impact everyday Americans.  But first a deep dive into the Jobs Report from today.  This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 3rd day of July, thanks for being with us. In other news we'll check the new unemployment numbers. Say goodbye to EV incentives, yes, that too is in the bill passed by Congress. We've got some positive news from the egg front. It was a winning week on Wall Street and we'll detail the closing numbers in just a bit.  And, if you are looking for a job…head to Georgia…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 quickly learning what industries and individuals will be hurt by the GOP tax and cut bill. First on the chopping block is renewable energy and in particular homeowners.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 2nd day of July, thanks for being here. .  In other news, more trouble for the Consumer Product Safety Commission to share with you. Well, this makes two as the president announces a trade deal with Vietnam. A 139 year old company based in the US has just announced bankruptcy. Job growth stalled in June and we'll share the numbers. The Wall Street Report and a veteran reporter has started a new news outlet and we'll tell you about it.  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 tax and spending bill did pass the U.S. Senate, by a whisker.  But now it faces a steep climb in the House.  Stay tuned and welcome to the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 1st day of July.  In other news the Musk Trump feud just got hotter. Some financial centers in Mexico are in trouble with the Trump administration. As long as we're talking about other nations…today is Canada Day…and what that means. We've got the Wall Street Report and remember that line about trade deals when the president said he would get 90 deals done in 90 days.  Guess that didn't happen so the White House is switching the story.  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.

Remember Friday when President Trump said he was calling off trade conversations with Canada. That story is back in the news today.  This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 30th of June and thanks for being here.  In other news, A city that voted solidly for Donald Trump could lose out on millions we'll have that story. Buy now, pay later and your credit score made the news. As the big budget bill is being debated in the Senate states are scrambling to prepare.  We've got the Wall Street Report and that hamburger for the 4th of July is going to cost you more.  For the conversation a wide ranging interview with Secretary of Agriculture for Iowa, Mike Naig.  We'll talk about a host of issues from farming, farm bills, old tractors and why he decided to NOT run for Governor. 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.

And, just like that...we're not talking to Canada about tariffs.  How do we know? President Trump threw a hissy and cancelled any deals with our neighbor to the north.  Oh, and there is more about tariffs in our first story.  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Friday the 27th day of June, thanks for being here.  In other news inflation ticked up in May and you are not buying as much…we'll share details. The markets did very well.  But the economy is contracting. The Smucker company is doing away with artificial dyes and joins a growing list of companies doing the same.   Expect a higher amount of fraud and abuse as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has its funding cut in half. The Wall Street Report and there will soon be new hours for some Costco members…not all but…some.  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.