Episodes
March 13, 2026
Funding Missouri history
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines what a new bill could mean for Missouri historical societies. Then, the show looks at the role of crop insurance amid agricultural headwinds.
March 6, 2026
Navigating tariff uncertainty
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how fluctuations in tariff policies are impacting Missouri’s manufacturing industry. Then, the show takes a look at the factors causing electricity bills to increase nationwide and how that’s affecting consumers.
Feb. 27, 2026
Capital challenges in banking deserts
This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how banking deserts affect entrepreneurs in Missouri. Then, the show takes a deeper look at why more Missourians are commuting further for work.
Feb. 20, 2026
Catching the curling craze
The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at how the Winter Olympics are boosting curling in Missouri. Then, the show features a conversation about how rural movie theaters are staying afloat.
Feb. 13, 2026
Selling Missouri soybeans
The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at changes to Small Business Administration loans that create restrictions for green card holders. Then, the show examines how fluctuations in international trade policies are affecting Missouri’s soybean industry.
Feb. 6, 2026
Less bang for your bonbon buck
The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how cocoa prices could make Valentine’s Day sweets a little bitter. Plus, the show features a Missouri entrepreneur whose new software aims to help rural agriculture businesses.
Dec. 19, 2025
The down-low on data centers
This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at what's ahead for data centers in Missouri. Then, the show examines how agricultural drones are helping farmers with flexibility and problem solving.
Dec. 12, 2025
The return-to-office mandate debate
This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast examines the tension surrounding return-to-office mandates. Then, the show looks at how restaurants are developing menus for a growing number of people with a tickborne red meat allergy.
Dec. 5, 2025
Competition in the gambling market
This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how prediction markets are creating competition for traditional gambling companies. Then, it examines new research on the relationship between corporate pollution and the profitability of companies.
Nov. 21, 2025
Turkey-nomics
This week’s episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at the economic factors impacting turkey prices. Then, it examines how farming is becoming an increasingly high-tech career.
Nov. 14, 2025
Turning the data tap back on
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines the impact of a dearth of economic data caused by the government shutdown. Then, it looks at how gaps in federal crop insurance leave some farmers vulnerable.
Nov. 7, 2025
Growing farm income
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at the economic impact of an artificial intelligence data center coming to Kansas City. Then, it features a conversation with a researcher about the factors driving a projected increase in Missouri’s net farm income.
Oct. 31, 2025
From the Fed to the farm
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how the Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters" is showcasing the marketing of entertainment. Then, it looks at how the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut is affecting the agriculture industry.
Oct. 24, 2025
What's powering energy prices
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how new state laws and the end of some federal programs will affect energy prices in Missouri. Then, the show features a conversation about new legislation that would regulate how college athletes are compensated.
Oct. 17, 2025
The costs of a soybean boycott
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines what new fees on H-1B visas could mean for research in Missouri. Then, the show looks at the strain faced by the state's soybean industry amid a Chinese boycott.
Oct. 10, 2025
From farm to table to blockchain
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at the characteristics of Generation Z as entrepreneurs and the challenges they’re navigating. Then, it features a researcher hoping to use blockchain technology to build trust in restaurants.
Oct. 3, 2025
Produce meets power with agrivoltaics
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at how some farmers are using solar panels to help provide better growing conditions for their crops. Then, it features a former startup founder who just took on a new role helping Missouri entrepreneurs.
Sept. 26, 2025
Economic agency in the 'Swiftie' era
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines how stars like Taylor Swift have highlighted the role of women in the economy. Then, an expert discusses how the trucking industry is navigating economic challenges.
Sept. 19, 2025
A new spin on ride-sharing
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at a ride-sharing service one rural Missouri town launched to solve transportation challenges. Plus, the show features a conversation about how new limits on student loans could affect professional students
Sept. 12, 2025
Unions rally against erosion of labor rights
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines the political challenges faced by organized labor. Then, it features a conversation with a personal financial planning expert about strategies to address rising credit card debt.
Aug. 8, 2025
The rising costs of making hay
This week's episode of Business Brief features a program in St. Louis putting a new spin on baby bonds. Then, it examines why an agriculture expert believes many farmers should stop making their own hay.
Aug. 1, 2025
Business Brief: A health care workforce checkup
This week the Business Brief podcast gets the pulse of the state’s health care workforce. Then, it looks at a Missouri grocery chain’s effort to reach more Hispanic consumers.
July 25, 2025
Envisioning a nuclear-powered future
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast looks at the vision state officials and energy industry leaders have for a nuclear-powered future in Missouri. Plus, cattle are getting beefier. The show explores why cattle weights are increasing and what that means at different points along the beef supply chain.
July 18, 2025
Tax deductions for tipped workers
This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast examines a policy providing tax deductions for tipped workers. Then, it dives into the latest developments in the launch of legal sports gambling in Missouri.