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Insight on Business the News Hour is heard daily from, Des Moines, Iowa and each Sunday on News/Talk 1540 KXEL, Waterloo, Iowa. It is the business and economic development news of the Nation/Region with long-form business interviews and a production of our advertising agency Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications.

Insight On Business the News Hour Michael Libbie

    • Business
    • 4.3 • 11 Ratings

Insight on Business the News Hour is heard daily from, Des Moines, Iowa and each Sunday on News/Talk 1540 KXEL, Waterloo, Iowa. It is the business and economic development news of the Nation/Region with long-form business interviews and a production of our advertising agency Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications.

    The Business News Headlines 20 May 2024

    The Business News Headlines 20 May 2024

    Welcome back to a Monday! I know it's weird but we actually LIKE Monday Mornings. Why? Because Sunday is a flurry of activity from our show on News/Talk 1540 KXEL to the long list of "Stuff to Do" that my Bride has waiting for me.  Now, back to business! Coming up today, along with the business news headlines, you'll meet Alison Haider a rising star at Tero International with some great information about communication, leadership and workplace culture. 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:
    Target and others cut prices to lure back shoppers;
    Wait! You actually have more buying power now than in 2019;
    Happy Victoria Day to our friends in Canada;
    Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy and a little history;
    What's with these weird food and drink flavors?
    The Wall Street Report;
    The California "Mouse House" goes all in on a union.
    For the interview you'll meet Alison Haider who,  just three years ago, was a new hire at Tero International but because she is so wicked smart she has recently been promoted to the Chief Learning Officer for the firm that teaches communication skills, workplace culture and more. To listen in to our conversation, CLICK THIS LINK.
    Thanks for being here!
    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.

    • 10 min
    Meet Alison Haider a Rising Star and Wicked Smart

    Meet Alison Haider a Rising Star and Wicked Smart

    Every time I walk into the offices of Tero International I know I'm going to learn something that will help me become a better business  person and communicator. On this day I went to see Alison Haider the new Chief Learning Officer at Tero to discuss a number of issues about leadership, communication, remote learning and culture. As always, this rising star was able to offer so much in such a short time.  Now it's your turn. Meet Alison Haider.
    Thanks for being here!
    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.

    • 19 min
    The Business News Headlines 17 May 2024

    The Business News Headlines 17 May 2024

    Welcome to Friday and a reminder that we're back on the air Sunday, Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review.  The top business news stories of the past week along with two new business conversations. We hope you'll join us and yes, we do stream. 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:
    A big loss for the UAW in Alabama;
    The Dow hits over 40,000 at the close;
    The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to expand;
    The Boeing whistleblower died by taking his own life;
    Meanwhile Boeing shareholders OK a whopping CEO pay package;
    What will consumers buy as we head toward the holiday season?
    The Wall Street Report;
    While Amazon rakes in the cash, workers struggle;
    And a quick look at what is a living wage.
    Thanks for being here!
    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.

    • 11 min
    The Business News Headlines 16 May 2024

    The Business News Headlines 16 May 2024

    Just yesterday we predicted that today would be big for Walmart.  And, it was. That story kicks things off today as the nation's largest retailer had two great things going for it. 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:
    Walmart and its big beautiful day;
    Aldi is lowered prices on 250 items;
    Consumers get a win at the Supreme Court;
    A stunning AP report on prison labor;
    McDonald's and a new $5 menu and why;
    Some new pot news for you;
    The Wall Street Report;
    And, some good housing news...maybe.
    Thanks for being here!
    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.

    • 10 min
    The Business News Headlines 15 May 2024

    The Business News Headlines 15 May 2024

    If you are old enough you might remember the 1974 program by the Ford Administration known as WIN or Whip Inflation Now.  The government was faced with inflation that hit 12.3% and the program encouraged people to check their spending habits and build their personal savings. President Ford even wanted people to wear a WIN button in an outward sign of solidarity.  But, it was a FLOP...big time.  Today the top story is also about inflation and we'll cover that 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. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
    Taming inflation by the numbers;
    Some new retail sales numbers;
    TikTok is back in the news with a likely buyer;
    But, there is a but.
    A big win today for President Biden and consumers;
    Barge hits Bridge.  It's becoming a "thing";
    Walmart to share earnings tomorrow what we know today;
    The Wall Street Report;
    And, it's NEVER too soon to talk about football and the NFL.
    Thanks for being here!
    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.

    • 10 min
    The Business News Headlines and Harry Smith 14 May 2024

    The Business News Headlines and Harry Smith 14 May 2024

    Welcome back and great to be with you for this the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines for the 14th day of May.  Coming up some of the top business news stories of the day plus a bit of audio with the (now) retired broadcasting legend Harry K. Smith who spent years with CBS and NBC making all of us a little smarter. Make sure you click through for that. 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:
    Tariffs, China and EV's;
    The Producer Price Index and what that means;
    Fed Chair Jerome Powell talked about interest rates;
    They're back! Meme stocks that is;
    Do not do this drivers...really!
    The Wall Street Report;
    And, Google invests big in new AI items.
    For the interview a short clip with broadcaster Harry K. Smith who, last week, spoke to members of the Greater Des Moines Partnership during our DMDC2024 trip. I was able to catch him for a bit. I know our conversation could have gone much longer.  Harry was in that mood but Partnership staff was giving us the hook. Something about boarding a bus for the airport.  To listen to our visit CLICK THIS LINK.
    And, thanks for being here!
    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.

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

MeatyThoughts ,

The real deal!

Michael is the real deal when it comes to DIY podcasting. Amazing content. Great questions. Professional work all around. Amazing podcast based in Iowa!

CaliNate101 ,

Laughable and agenda filled

I tried but listening to how a business billionaire is a victim of antisemitism because he was called evil was too much for me.

Pocket warrior ,

Could be so much better

Just report the facts, and please leave your political leanings out of business updates. The host is overtly left leaning, which in itself is fine, but he lets that ruin what should simply be the facts by spinning everything against the president.

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