The Best One Yet

Why is Apple the most successful US company in China? Surprise: A secret $275B deal Apple signed with China, according to a new report. Wonder is remixing food trucks up the value chain by scaling Bobby Flay's caviar ravioli anywhere. And if ya noticed whatever app you were using Tuesday wasn't working, it's because of an AWS outage - and because cloud computing is the oil of the modern economy. $AAPL $AMZN $WMTGot a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former President Trump’s new “Truth” SPAC is 1 month old and just snagged its 1st SEC lawsuit. YouTube sensation MrBeast just recreated all of Squid Game and got more views than Netflix. And 50 power companies are teaming up to cure range anxiety with a transcontinental railroad of chargers.$CHPT $QS $DWAC $GOOG Got a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve seen your buddies’ Spotify Wrapped fill your Insta Stories because Spotify’s annual tradition transcends the greatest debate in tech. DoorDash is jumping into the #1 startup theme of 2021: 15-minute Super Delivery. And another Chinese stock (Didi) is pulling a Gwyneth Paltrow and “consciously uncoupling” from US markets.$SPOT $DASH $UBER $DIDIGot a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We just saw a record-setting $2.4M sale of a piece of land… land in the metaverse. Here are 10 reasons why Buzzfeed is going public today in an awkward way. And Capital One is ending its most hated of all fees: It’s killing the Overdraft Fee.$BZFD $COFGot a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The rebranding of Square to Block reflects a shift in tech leadership as the new CEO aims for innovation. Meanwhile, Major League Baseball's lockout highlights the growing demands of workers seeking better pay across the board. Grab's newly launched Extra Super App is making waves, showcasing the evolution of digital services in Asia. These discussions reveal a fascinating intersection of labor rights and technological advancements, making for a lively exploration of today's economic climate.

Holiday shopping gets a quirky twist with chocolate chip cookies as the top contender for Black Friday. SpaceX faces a dramatic potential bankruptcy while navigating the future of space travel. Grammarly's impressive $13 billion valuation raises eyebrows—especially after some costly typos. The hosts dive into shifting consumer trends and the rise of 'buy now, pay later' services. Plus, a witty exploration of the importance of clear communication in business and fun snack-related facts round out the lively discussion!

Allbirds is grappling with how to make carbon counting as appealing as calorie counting after a key earnings report. Meanwhile, Facebook faces pressure from the UK to abandon its Giphy deal, an acquisition it might fight against. On a different note, coal prices soar to a decade-high, just in time for Santa's naughty list, as it battles an unexpected rival. The discussion is both engaging and thought-provoking, blending sustainability with current business controversies.

The Omicron covid variant has messed with markets, but 1 hedge funder thinks it actually could be bullish for stocks. Twitter’s co-founder Jack Dorsey is quitting as CEO because he is declaring his love for his favorite child instead. And Virgil Abloh just passed away as the most powerful Black executive in fashion — so we want to share his cheat code for innovation: “The 3% Rule.”$TWTR $LVMUY $MRNAGot a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest McDonald’s famous meal is only in the app and it’s only with Mariah Carey… because fast food is learning from the sneaker industry. Meadow is turning cannabis dispensaries into food trucks just as weed hits a delivery milestone. And Samsung’s newest factory will cost $17B — and it’s in Austin, because agglomeration.$UBER $MCD $ACBGot a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s our last pod before Monday 11/29 so we whipped up a TBOY for ya… Dating app Match just unveiled a new feature that’s the opposite of everything it’s ever done: Human match-making for accele-daters. Pure Watercraft just gave up 25% of itself to General Motors for electric boats because if you can electrify a boat... you can electrify anything. And Zoom was the Stay at Home stock darling of the pandemic, but now it’s Home Alone. $MTCH $BMBL $ZM $GMGot a SnackFact? Tweet it @RobinhoodSnacks @JackKramer @NickOfNewYorkWant a shoutout on the pod? Fill out this form:https://forms.gle/KhUAo31xmkSdeynD9Got a SnackFact for the pod? We got a form for that too:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe64VKtvMNDPGSncHDRF07W34cPMDO3N8Y4DpmNP_kweC58tw/viewformLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.