In this episode of the Back to Business Podcast, we explore four stories shaping conversations around global politics, sports, constitutional rights, and culture in America.

🔹 U.S.-Iran Deal.

The U.S. and Iran have reportedly reached a deal involving the end of military operations and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. We discuss whether this is a real step toward peace, a temporary pause, or a deal that raises bigger questions about trust, diplomacy, and the future of the Middle East.

🔹 FIFA World Cup: America Welcomes the World.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup puts the United States, Mexico, and Canada on a global stage. We break down why the World Cup is more than just sports, touching on culture, business, tourism, security, and the power of major events to bring people together.

🔹 Gun Rights, Marijuana, and the Supreme Court.

A Supreme Court ruling involving marijuana use and gun ownership is raising new questions about constitutional rights, public safety, and federal law. We discuss whether marijuana use alone should be enough to restrict someone’s Second Amendment rights, and where the line should be drawn.

🔹 Cornell Student Rejects Job Interview Because the Founders Are Jewish.

A Cornell student reportedly turned down an internship interview after saying he was not interested in working for a Jewish employer. We discuss what this says about antisemitism on college campuses, online reaction, and the responsibility of universities, families, and employers in shaping the next generation.

Join us as we break down today’s headlines, ask difficult questions, and explore the issues shaping our world.

🎙️ New episodes of the Back to Business Podcast premiere every Wednesday at 10 AM.

In this episode of the Back to Business Podcast, we explore four stories shaping conversations around culture, technology, justice, and the future of the Middle East.

🔹 Brooklyn Co-op Boycott Sparks National Response

A vote by members of New York City's Park Slope Food Coop to boycott Israeli products has ignited controversy and prompted a nationwide response.

🔹 Assyrian Groups Reject Land Distribution Plan in Tel Keppe

Assyrian organizations are raising concerns over a proposed land distribution initiative in the historic Christian town of Tel Keppe, Iraq. We discuss what it takes to preserve one of the Middle East's oldest indigenous communities after decades of war, displacement, and demographic change.

🔹 America's AI Boom Faces a Data Center Bottleneck

Artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented technological growth, but can America's infrastructure keep up? We examine how power shortages, permitting delays, and increasing demand for computing capacity could impact the nation's position in the global race for AI leadership.

🔹 Michigan Exoneree Compensation Reform

Michigan lawmakers are considering changes to the state's wrongful imprisonment compensation law. We discuss whether people who have been proven innocent should ever face additional barriers to receiving compensation and what meaningful justice looks like after a wrongful conviction.

Join us as we break down today's headlines, ask difficult questions, and explore the issues shaping our world.

🎙️ New episodes of the Back to Business Podcast premiere every Wednesday at 10 AM.

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