The most important stories about money, business and power. Hosted by Ryan Knutson and Jessica Mendoza. The Journal is a co-production of Spotify and The Wall Street Journal. Get show merch here: https://wsjshop.com/collections/clothing
In this episode of The Journal, Jessica Mendoza and Hannah Aaron Lang explore Gen Z's fascination with unconventional recession indicators found in pop culture and fashion trends. They discuss how anxieties about the economy, shaped by events like the Great Recession and the pandemic, drive young people to seek economi...
The podcast "The Journal" investigates Cal-Maine, the largest egg producer in the United States, amidst rising egg prices and accusations of price gouging. The episode explores the impact of bird flu on egg supply, Cal-Maine's biosecurity measures, and the company's resulting profits. It also addresses criticisms that ...
The podcast discusses the unexpected departure of Novo Nordisk's CEO, Lars Jorgensen, despite the company's financial success with drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. It explores the reasons behind his removal, including increasing competition from Eli Lilly's weight loss drug, ZepBound, and disappointing clinical trial res...
This episode of The Journal discusses President Trump's proposed tax bill, referred to as his "big, beautiful bill," and the challenges it faces within the Republican Party. The bill aims to extend and expand the 2017 tax cuts, increase spending on border security and national defense, and roll back clean energy incent...
This episode explores the unexpected failure of a highly anticipated Giacometti sculpture, "Large Thin Head," to sell at Sotheby's auction, and what this says about the current state of the art market. Against the backdrop of auction week, where art sales serve as a public moment to reassess price levels, the Giacomett...
This episode explores a scheme involving the Texas Lottery, focusing on how a group of professional gamblers, led by Bernard Marentelli and Zeljko Ranagajic (aka "The Joker"), exploited a loophole to increase their odds of winning. Against the backdrop of a ballooning jackpot and low ticket sales, Marentelli and The Jo...
This episode explores the recent air traffic control malfunctions at Newark Liberty International Airport, focusing on the perspectives of air traffic controller Jonathan Stewart. Against the backdrop of equipment failures and staffing shortages, controllers face immense pressure to ensure aviation safety. The FAA's at...
This episode explores the complexities of health insurance claim denials in the U.S., focusing on the case of Ed Stratton, who was initially denied a liver transplant by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Against the backdrop of Ed's declining health due to complications from colorectal cancer treatment, his daughter E...
This episode explores the recent trade negotiations between the U.S. and China, focusing on the temporary truce achieved and the key figures involved. Against the backdrop of escalating tariffs imposed by both countries, Brian Schwartz recounts his experience covering the secret meetings in Geneva, highlighting the une...
This episode explores potential conflicts of interest within Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), focusing on the influence of the "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement and its ties to the wellness industry. It begins with Kennedy's pledge to remove financial conflicts from HHS,...
This episode explores Sam Altman's World project, which aims to distinguish humans from AI online using iris-scanning orbs and a unique World ID. Against the backdrop of increasingly sophisticated AI, particularly chatbots like ChatGPT, Altman recognized the pressing need to verify humanness in various online sectors, ...
This episode explores the challenges and failures of reshoring shoe manufacturing to North America, driven by rising Asian wages, automation advancements, and tariffs imposed by President Trump. Against the backdrop of globalization, major sneaker companies like Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour attempted to shift product...
This episode explores the Vatican's looming financial crisis and the challenges facing the next Pope. Against the backdrop of the Vatican's immense wealth in art and real estate, the discussion highlights the paradox of a city-state struggling with a growing budget deficit, currently around 80 million euros, and a pens...
This episode explores the state of the U.S. economy, focusing on recent data indicating a contraction for the first time in three years. Against the backdrop of declining economic indicators and consumer sentiment, the discussion pivots to a deeper analysis of the GDP report, revealing that a surge in imports, driven b...
This episode explores Warren Buffett's decision to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, marking the end of an era and the transition to his successor, Greg Abel. The discussion begins with the atmosphere surrounding Berkshire Hathaway's annual shareholder meeting, likened to a "Woodstock of capitalism," where Buffet...
This episode explores the impact of the Trump administration's decision to end the de minimis exemption on e-commerce businesses, particularly those heavily reliant on importing goods from China. Against the backdrop of existing high tariffs on Chinese goods, the elimination of the $800 tax exemption for low-value impo...
This episode explores the Trump administration's first 100 days in office, analyzing its key actions and public reception. The hosts, Kate and Molly, begin with a quiz assessing the administration's progress on various fronts, revealing a significant number of executive orders but fewer bills signed into law. Against...
This episode explores the rapid growth of meme coins and the ethical implications arising from their creation and trading, particularly in the context of a tragic event. Against the backdrop of the burgeoning meme coin market, valued at over $60 billion and exemplified by coins like Dogecoin and Fartcoin, the podcast ...
This episode explores the leadership crisis and allegations of misconduct at the World Economic Forum (WEF), the organization behind the annual Davos conference. Against the backdrop of the WEF's public image focused on global cooperation and positive change, investigative reporting revealed numerous allegations of se...
This episode explores the impact of President Trump's policies on US-Canada relations and the surprising victory of Mark Carney in Canada's recent election. Against the backdrop of strained relations, including Trump's imposition of tariffs and his controversial suggestion of Canada becoming the 51st US state, Carney's...
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