Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhat do American families really care about right now?
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, pollsters and strategists from all over the world of politics are trying to get a pulse on American families.…
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Raised voices at a hearing starring the treasury secretary
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will be on Capitol Hill again today for another grilling. He’s scheduled to appear before the Senate Banking Committ…
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The continuing struggles of the news biz
News Corp — the parent company of The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, and Fox News — announces quarterly profits today. Meanwhile, The Wa…
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Care for a little treat?
From the BBC World Service: Little luxuries can become routine during tougher economic times. The newest iteration of the “lipstick effect,” the phen…
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Is it okay to keep money secrets in a relationship?
How much do you share with your partner about your finances? Sometimes, a little privacy starts to look a lot like a secret. And secrets (especially …
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Is social media addictive? And are social media companies liable?
A landmark lawsuit that accuses social media companies of intentionally designing their platforms to be addictive — and causing harm to children and …
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Cargo theft ramps up
“Retail theft” often conjures Hollywood-esque heist scenes or sleight of hand at self-checkout. But 2025 was likely the biggest year on record for an…
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A change to small business loans for immigrants
The Small Business Administration will no longer allow green card holders to apply for SBA loans. The new policy was announced on Monday and takes ef…
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Even an econ degree does not insulate you from AI
Is a degree in economics, long considered a path to stable employment, even worth it in the age of AI? Recent research suggests entry-level economics…
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A Novo Nordisk stock tumble
From the BBC World Service: Shares in the Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk tumbled 17% on Wednesday after the weight-loss drug pioneer warned…
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