Government shutdown looms, JC Penney does it again, and Nike hits an all-time high.  Our guys analyze the latest on Microsoft’s next CEO and share 3 stocks on their radar.  Plus, craft beer pioneer Ken Grossman takes us inside the industry with his new book, Beyond the Pale: The Story of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Bernanke surprises.  Microsoft makes a big buy.  And Tesla accelerates.   Plus,  producer Jim Bruce discusses his new film, Money for Nothing:  Inside the Federal Reserve.

Apple gets a weak reception.  Twitter announces plans to go public. McDonald's serves up surprising earnings.  And the Dow does some remodeling.  Our analysts discuss those stories and tech writer Rob Pegoraro talks smartphones, smartwatches, and laser-guided beard trimmers.

The government reports weaker-than-expected jobs numbers.  Microsoft makes a big buy.  Samsung & Qualcomm unveil the first smart watches. And Campbell Soup serves up a new way to make soup.    On this week’s show,  our analysts discuss those stories and share three stocks on their radar.  Plus,  Motley Fool Asset Management’s Bill Mann gives his take on the some recent business developments.