Topic: Expedia

2 chapters across the catalog

Bat's True!
Episode 1226 2:03:12 - 2:06:53

1226: Bat's True!

PhD Research and Expedia Layoffs

Anthony Nist, a PhD student at Utah State University, shared his perspective on the media hysteria from his lab in Logan, Utah. Meanwhile, Stephen Sorrell requested job karma following mass layoffs at Barry Diller's companies, including Expedia and VRBO. The hosts criticize the "ruthless" nature of corporate layoffs occurring just days into the national crisis.

Sloganeer
Episode 1220 8:39 - 11:27

1220: Sloganeer

Coronavirus Economic Impact and Digital Thermometer Scanning

The discussion shifts to the economic ramifications of the coronavirus, referred to by the hosts as the "Kung Flu." They note the downturn in financial markets and job losses at travel companies like Expedia. Concerns are raised regarding the use of digital thermometers at checkpoints, which the hosts liken to scanning pets or a precursor to human barcodes.