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Because today is Black Friday and one of the most important retail days of the year we're going to take a deeper dive into what's been going on between shoppers and the stores both large and small. Also, we hope you had a great and blessed Thanksgiving Holiday. Should you want to hook up with us on social media you can find us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. And our website is just a click away where you can scroll through all of our newsc...

Today you'll meet you'll meet Sean Gleason and the amazing story of the Professional Bull Riders Association or PBR. Back in the day twenty bull riders made the decision to form their own stand-alone group and each one pitched in $1,000. Only to see their investment balloon. You'll also hear about what it takes to do a show, where the PBR is targeting their events and the PBR Bars that are popping up in cities all over the country. We truly enjoyed this conversation and think you will too. Let's...

We kick things off today talking about a familiar issue...inflation. Yes, it's back but still not as bad as it's been. That story first and stick around for a business conversation about the Professional Bull Riders Association...the PBR with its long-time leader Sean Gleason. It's a deep dive into a this thrilling business, how it has grown and even the launch of PBR Bars which we found fascinating. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twi...

For those of you who have followed our newscast for some time know that we stay away from politics. There is enough of that out there. However when political issues like tariffs come up we take a look at what they may mean for not only the economy but also you the consumer. That story is first up today. Thanks for being with us. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Her...

There is a reason the Blue Chips had an astonishing day on Monday and we'll cover that story and more in this edition of the Business News Headlines for the 25th day of November. Thanks for being with us. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got for you today: The Dow gained a whopping 440 points and a new record; Google is in more hot water with th...

Today, November 22nd marks the 61st anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. First up today I'll share that memory with you. It is as vivid today as what it was those sixty-one years ago. Our first business story is about what McDonald's is doing to win you back and what has happened to the cost of eating out. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. ...

US regulators want Google to devest of…chrome. This is the business news headlines for Thursday the 21st day of November, thanks for being here. That story kicks us off today and stick around for what is a hyper-local story about West Gate-Adephic Lodge #509 AF & M a Masonic Lodge in Windsor Heights, Iowa that puts on a fund raising breakfast the third Saturday of each month. Why? to raise funds for smaller non-profits in the Greater Des Moines Metro. My guest is member Steve Blondino. We're air...

We're about to talk cars and trucks. My guest is Karl Bauer the Executive Analyst for ISeeCars.com. We're going to talk about the thirteen most loved vehicles in America as well as some conversations about electric vehicles and why the U.S. auto industry just can't seem to compete with automakers in Korea and Japan. It's a wide ranging conversation and you can check to see if your vehicle made the list of "Most Loved Vehicles in America". Here's Karl: Thanks for listening! The award winning In...

We think our podcast service has fixed the bug that happened just yesterday. Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of the Business News Headlines, we're grateful you're with us. Kicking things off today is a story about soup and later in the newscast you'll hear from Karl Bauer the Executive Analyst for ISeeCars.com. We're going to talk about the thirteen most loved vehicles in America as well as some EV talk and why the U.S. auto industry just can't seem to compete with Korea and Japan. Meanwhile, i...

This is a story about at risk young people between the ages of twelve and twenty-four and the services provided by YSS. My guest is Stu Sherman the Development Director for the statewide non-profit who will share with you the many programs currently offered by the organization along with what is a planned community, of sorts, called Ember to be constructed in Cambridge, Iowa. So many good things and it is a heartwarming story. We think you'll enjoy this conversation. Thanks for listening! The ...

Well, this is scary…about 20% of Americans get their news from…social media. We'll cover that story first. This is the business news headlines for Monday the 18th day of November, thanks for being here. And, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got for you today: One in five Americans get their news from social media; The markets closed mixed today; Yet ...

Welcome to the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines where we start out today talking about YOU the American Consumer. It seems you are keeping the economy humming by increased retail sales. Also, a reminder that we're back with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review this Sunday at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and we do stream. Say, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. F...

Fed Chair Jerome Powell spoke in Dallas today and made it clear that the Central Bank would slowly and deliberately reduce the prime lending rate. But he is still concerned about inflationary pressures. And, yes, we'll have that story to share with you. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got for you today: Fed Chair Jerome Powell will be...cau...

Today you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his wife Hannah, created The Monks Brandy Company. We caught up with Will at a second anniversary party for the brand. He sits down with me to chat about why, in just two years, this venture has grown, the inside details of their signature cocktail The Alexander what he's got planned for 2025 and some interesting brandy facts about the Midwest. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Tw...

Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of The Business News Headlines where we kick things off talking about the return of inflation. For the conversation you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his wife Hannah, created The Monks Brandy Company. We caught up with Will at a second anniversary party for the brand. And, say, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's wha...

It was a different day on Wall Street as the "Trump Trade" took a breather and we'll share those numbers with you in just a bit. Thanks for being here for the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 12th day of November. And, say, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got for you today: The "Trump Trade" takes a pause; Longtime journalist Chris Wallace lea...

Here is something that is getting lots of attention especially from our friends at AARP who believe this way of life could be a boost for family caregivers. Meet Mike Stuart from Tiny Homes of Iowa as we talk about the benefits of placing one of these Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) on your property. Imagine a place for aging parents, loved ones in need of care or even rental income. However, it seems like every community have very different rules about ADU's. We'll let Mike share his story. Tha...

It's been a huge week for equities as Wall Street closed out with the best week in a year. We'll share all of those numbers with you. Also, a reminder that we're back on the air Sunday, Noon Central with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review and only on News'/Talk 1540 KXEL. And, yes, we stream. Finally, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got ...

Welcome back to the Business News Headlines for this Thursday afternoon. Our top story is about the much anticipated Central Bank rate cut and what Fed Chair Jerome Powell had to say when asked about Donald Trump returning to the White House in January. He was...blunt. Also, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got for you today: The Fed Rate Cut and what ...

It was a wild day on Wall Street as the three major indexes combined for some record increases. To be sure, this is something that happens after most presidential elections. Why? One thing the market hates is uncertainty which is where we've been at for weeks. Following the election, no matter who wins, the markets react positively. That bit of news is first. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram...

It's finally here. Election Day 2024 and voter turnout, at least here in Iowa is huge. Poll workers are reporting record crowds and in Polk County, the largest country in Iowa thousands of people who did not vote two years ago have turned out over the past couple of weeks. If you're on edge take a deep breath. We may not know the results for some time. However congressional races may come more quickly. Me? A watch party this evening with a bunch of friends. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to...

Welcome to a brand new month and the Business News Headlines for this the first day of November. A reminder that we're back on the air Sunday, Noon Central and only on News Talk 1540 KXEL with the Business Week in Review. The big news stories of the past week along with an interesting conversation about special needs, traveling and the economy. My guest will be Jonathan Sutter. You won't want to miss this...and yes we do stream. And, on that note, if you want to reach out to us on social media y...

It was a scary Halloween on Wall Street and we'll kick that story out first. Also a bit of something unique. While most kids in the U.S. Trick or Treat on Halloween that's not been the case here in Iowa for decades. You see, back in 1938 some kids wandered around tipping over outhouses and so the decision was made to move trick or treating to "Beggars Night" which it the night BEFORE Halloween. (Like that might slow outhouse tipping.) Odd...we know. However because heavy storms raced through the...

Starbucks and olive oil drinks kick us off today. Also in the newscast as you know we don't do politics here BUT former President Donald Trump is responsible for The Big Lie 2.0 and it's about the economy. We couldn't let this slide and we'll share the facts. Ugh... Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too. Here's what we've got for you today: The Starbucks Menu loses...