Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchGen Z Is Falling Deeper Into Debt
Episode 1812
Americans in their early 20s are saddled with more credit-card debt than people their age in previous generations. Wall Street Journal personal-finan…
2 years, 4 months ago
Why Some People Still Can't Find Work in a Strong Job Market
Episode 1811
Millions of positions remain unfilled, and yet qualified candidates say they’re being passed over and can’t land a job. Wall Street Journal “On the C…
2 years, 4 months ago
Gen Z Isn’t Sure About Its Finances. TikTok Could Be to Blame.
Episode 1810
Despite economic data that says Gen Z is doing better financially than generations before, TikTok is showing them mixed messages. Wall Street Journal…
2 years, 4 months ago
Skipping an Appointment? It Could Cost You.
Episode 1809
More businesses are charging customers fees for missing an appointment or showing up late. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Imani Moise …
2 years, 4 months ago
How to Avoid Turning Your Home Into a Money Pit
Episode 1808
The cost of home repairs and remodeling can add up quickly. In the second installment of Your Money Briefing’s four-part series “Buying a Home and Ke…
2 years, 4 months ago
What’s News in Markets: Weak Coffee, Advantage Lost, AI Push
Episode 1807
Why did Starbucks’ latest earnings leave a bitter taste for some investors? And how did healthcare turn unhealthy for CVS? Plus, how did artificial i…
2 years, 4 months ago
Why Many Americans Are Retiring at Age 62, and Not Later
Episode 1806
Many people are optimistic about working beyond retirement age, but according to a new study that feeling fades as they enter their 60s. Wall Street …
2 years, 5 months ago
Grocery Shopping No Longer Involves Just One Trip to the Supermarket
Episode 1805
As food prices continue to rise, many consumers are dividing up their grocery shopping among numerous stores. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wol…
2 years, 5 months ago
Why It Pays More Now to Drive Your Car Until the Wheels Fall Off
Episode 1804
Cars are one of few consumer products with a growing lifespan. Last year, U.S. vehicles’ average age hit a record high of 12.5 years. This may be due…
2 years, 5 months ago
Some ‘Senior’ Jobs Only Call For a Few Years of Experience
Episode 1803
No experience? No problem. Some employers are hiring for “senior” roles that require little to no experience. WSJ columnist Callum Borchers speaks wi…
2 years, 5 months ago