Burke Speaker

Investorplace Writer

Burke Speaker has been a journalist, writer and editor for the past 12 years, having worked at newspapers and magazines along the East Coast. His past writing has covered everything from health to business and finance to travel, the last of which he explores at TheTravellier.com.

Recent Articles

The 6 Retailers With the Best Mobile Sites

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

The Mobile Mystery Shopping Report from The E-tailing Group Inc. found six top mobile sites from among 50 "large, well-known merchants" that offer online shopping services.

Anthony Hopkins Writes Breaking Bad’s Bryan Cranston an Amazing Superfan Letter

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Famed actor Anthony Hopkins writes series star Bryan Cranston after finishing a two-week "marathon" of the entire Breaking Bad series.

Food Stamp Glitch Leads to Wal-Mart Stampede; All Shelves Cleared

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Police were called to the stores as entire shelves were cleared up until the time when the glitch was fixed and low-income residents using the EBT cards were no longer allowed to purchase.

Pedialyte Finds New Market Niche: Binge Drinking College Students

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

The trend has taken off as news has spread across social media outlets (and college newspapers) by students touting its effectiveness in lessening the impacts of heavy drinking the next morning.

Goldman Sachs Lists the Best Stocks for Dividends and Buybacks

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Goldman notes in the report that S&P 500 companies that have strong buyback programs have in fact outperformed the market in the past 20 years

3 Things to Know About New $279 HP Chromebook 11

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

With Google today introducing the Chromebook 11 from Hewlett-Packard -- here are three things you should know about the new laptop.

Will Ferrell Shot 70 Ads as Ron Burgundy for Chyrsler’s Dodge Durango

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Chrysler revealed four ads already with Anchorman character Ron Burgundy selling the vehicle. Will Ferrell is hilarious in the ads.

Chain Restaurant Workers Spill On Which Items They Will NEVER Eat

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Thousands of workers who claimed to have insider knowledge discussed the big menu no-no's.

Best Tax-Friendly States For Retirees

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

We compiled a list that notes the best tax-friendly states for retirees, but a list that considers states that offer other lifestyle benefits as well.

Macy’s to Employees: Can You Work Thanksgiving Day?

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Website leaks an email poll to employees from one Macy store that asks them if they're available to work -- then adds if they are so, they may have to.

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