
Insight On Business the News Hour
by Michael Libbie
Is this your podcast?Michael Libbie is an independent podcast creator known for his expertise in business and economic development. As the host of "Insight On Business the News Hour," he delivers in-depth discussions and interviews that delve into key issues im…
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- 20 episodes released
- active for one year
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- broadcast on KXEL radio
- available in Des Moines
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The Business News Headlines and Mental Health 24 June 2026
Jun 24, 2026
23m 19s
Fighting the Tariffs with Detroit Axle
Jun 24, 2026
27m 10s
The Business News Headlines and Fighting Trump Tariffs 23 June 2026
Jun 23, 2026
35m 35s
Talking Catering with Jerry and Margie
Jun 23, 2026
5m 22s
The Business News Headlines 22 June 2026
Jun 22, 2026
11m 18s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines and Mental Health 24 June 2026 | If you are old enough you might remember "gas wars" where gas stations near each other would lower prices to lure in customers. That is gone and our first story might indicate why. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 24th of June, thanks for being with us. In other news, stocks faltered yet again today. Even with slashing workers the IRS did better than expected. The Fed has a bank stress test so how did they do? We’ll share. We have a story about Vikings…no, not the football team but it is interesting. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and for the conversation you’ll meet Brandon Will from Community Support Advocates a group that is presenting four in depth programs dealing with mental health issues. 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. | 23m 19s | ||||||
| 6/24/26 | ![]() Fighting the Tariffs with Detroit Axle | This is a great story. Mike Musheinesh decided school was not for him so he "graduated" in the 9th grade. Today he is the CEO of Detroit Axle, employing 1,000 people. Now he is determined to lead the way in seeking substantial tariff refunds while also fighting to preserve the de minimus exemption for importers. This is truly a unique conversation from a company that has been impacted. Meet Mike: 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. | 27m 10s | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines and Fighting Trump Tariffs 23 June 2026 | Fans visiting North America for the World Cup are experiencing "sticker shock" for a host of things and we'll explain. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 23rd day of June, thanks for being with us. In other news, stocks ended the day lower. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into a Tesla crash that killed a women in Texas. More news about Iran but who to believe. In a related story the U.S. Senate passes a war powers act and what that means. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and for the conversation you’ll meet Mike Musheinesh the CEO of Detroit Axle who has an amazing story and is fighting for tariff refunds and the de minimus exemption for importers. This is really a great story! 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. | 35m 35s | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | ![]() Talking Catering with Jerry and Margie | Sometimes we do something just for fun. Recently while covering The Great Eastern Iowa Tractorcade by News/Talk 1540 KXEL we ran into Jerry and Margie Sweeting who have been in the catering business for thirty years. That's a bunch of folks enjoying food like the chicken, potatoes and slaw they prepared and served at the John Deere Museum in Waterloo, Iowa. So, we sat down for this brief story about Jerry and Margie's Catering. Enjoy...we did! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business. | 5m 22s | ||||||
| 6/22/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 22 June 2026 | Fed Chair Kevin Warsh has made some major changes to the reporting of the Central Bank and what that might mean. That story kicks us off this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 22nd day of June, thanks for being with us. In other news, the former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan has died at the age of 100. Mexico has said it will start sending oil to Cuba. Here in Iowa booze and beer will flow at Iowa State football and basketball games…and why. In more boozy news…we’re talking wine and attracting younger drinkers. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Google to invest millions into an AI film studio. 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. | 11m 18s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 18 June 2026 | Gas prices have fallen and we'll share by how much. That story kicks us off this evening and it's great to be back in the studio after being on assignment for several days this week. In other news, the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell a bit. Pizza Hut to be sold and why. In other food news some brands are celebrating the250th birthday of America with some tasty treats. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Sam’s Club rebrands itself and it’s all about attracting younger shoppers. 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. | 10m 32s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() The Tractorcade with Matt Kenney | We're back with roughly 400 of our tractor ridding friends for The Great Eastern Iowa Tractorcade made possible through the support from News/Talk 1540 KXEL. Our guest is Matt Kenney who ramrods the event. Here we talk about the people, the tractors, the excitement the drivers and the riders have every year. 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. | 9m 34s | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 12 June 2026✨ | business newsSpaceX+5 | — | SpaceXFord | PakistanU.S.+1 | business newsSpaceX+5 | — | 7m 45s | |
| 6/11/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 11 June 2026✨ | business newsmarket updates+4 | — | World BankAnthropic | IranCalifornia | business newsmarket soar+4 | — | 8m 52s | |
| 6/10/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 10 June 2026✨ | inflationFederal Reserve+4 | — | ChatGPTHonda | — | inflationFederal Reserve+4 | — | 10m 02s | |
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| 6/9/26 | ![]() The Business News and More 9 June 2026✨ | airline industryjet fuel prices+5 | Mike Musheinesh | Detroit AxleInsight Advertising, Marketing & Communications | State of New YorkMidwest | airline industryjet fuel+6 | — | 35m 00s | |
| 6/8/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines and More 8 June 2026✨ | consumer behaviorbusiness news+4 | Alison Heider | AppleTero International | United States | business newsconsumer spending+5 | — | 21m 38s | |
| 6/7/26 | ![]() Radiator Supply House with Will Garrett✨ | manufacturingbusiness interview+3 | Will Garrett | National Tractor Parts Dealers AssociationRadiator Supply House+2 | OregonSweet Home, Oregon | radiatorsmanufacturing+3 | — | 11m 47s | |
| 6/7/26 | ![]() Farmland Tractor Supply with Dustin Raschein✨ | businesstractor parts+3 | Dustin Raschein | tractor partsremanufactured tractor parts+3 | Tangent, OregonMidwest | tractor partsremanufactured parts+3 | — | 8m 36s | |
| 6/5/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 5 June 2026✨ | business newsjob creation+3 | — | Chicago Bears60 Minutes+3 | ChicagoIndiana | Chicago Bearsjob creation+3 | — | 10m 41s | |
| 6/4/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 4 June 2026✨ | Wall Street newsSupreme Court decisions+5 | — | New World screwworm flyUnited Airlines+1 | New JerseyCalifornia | Wall StreetDow Jones+6 | — | 8m 56s | |
| 6/3/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 3 June 2026✨ | tariffsglobal economy+3 | — | Macy’sADP | Iran | tariffsglobal economy+3 | — | 10m 00s | |
| 6/2/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 2 June 2026 | All three major averages on Wall Street hit new records today and that is where we begin. This is The Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 2nd day of June, thank you for being with us. In other news, the President signs an executive order regarding artificial intelligence, something he once said may hurt the science. News from China suggests their economy is slowing. Take two…the White House Correspondents Dinner is a go…soon. We have new tariff news for you today. We also are going to share an ice crème story. Job openings increased in April and we’ll share by how much. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Amazon is tinkering with the start of Prime Day…yes, we will share. 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. | 9m 34s | ||||||
| 6/1/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 1 June 2026 | More tech news and this time it's about an IPO from Anthropic. This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 1st day of June, thank you for being with us. In other news, that deals with tech…Florida has sued OpenAI…and why. Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell spoke out about the need to keep the Fed independent. Now it is the bond market that is haunting the Trump administration. Young and unemployed or underemployed? The reason some are saying blew us away. We’ve got the numbers from The Wall Street Report and a new study says businesses is mostly missing the boat when it comes to AI cost savings. 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. | 9m 44s | ||||||
| 5/29/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 29 May 2026 | It's been a great month for the stock market and Wall Street ended the week in another record setting day. That is where we'll start this evening. Welcome to the Friday edition of The Business News Headlines, thanks for listening. In other news, it’s a bit odd but the affordability issue has come down to…tomatoes. In a related story President Trump says that he is making food much more affordable and we’ll take a deeper dive into that issue. The rocket it…blew up and we’ve got the story. Ever heard of Fordlandia? You will today. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and yet more tough news on affordability. This time the number of Americans that are struggling with credit card debt. 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. | 12m 32s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 8 May 2026✨ | jobs reportmarket trends+4 | — | Trump AdministrationGoogle+1 | U.S.Iranian | jobs reportunemployment rate+6 | — | 9m 56s | |
| 5/7/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 7 May 2026✨ | ChatbotsMedical advice+5 | — | McDonald’sUSPS | Pennsylvania | ChatbotsPennsylvania+5 | — | 9m 51s | |
| 5/7/26 | ![]() 40 Years of Comedy with Willie Farrell✨ | comedyinterview+3 | Willie Farrell | Animal Lifeline of IowaInsight Advertising, Marketing & Communications | Des Moines, IowaMidwest | comedyWillie Farrell+5 | — | 8m 34s | |
| 5/6/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines 6 May 2026✨ | shipping industrygas prices+5 | — | DisneyDoor Dash+2 | China | shippinggas prices+6 | — | 11m 01s | |
| 5/5/26 | ![]() The Business News Headlines and Willie Farrell✨ | hiring trendsbusiness news+3 | Willie Farrell | Anheuser BushOpenAI | Midwest | hiringbusiness news+5 | — | 17m 50s | |
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