Podcast Episodes

The Jackpod: The revolutionary mind

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the role that concepts of power, liberty and conspiracy played in the American Revolution. (Inspired by Ken Burns’ PBS documentary series, ‘The American Revolutio…

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Can math equations solve inequality?

Mathematician Eugenia Cheng wants us to rethink our relationship to math -- and equality. We hear how different paths lead to identical outcomes in math, and how that can help us all in real life.

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How JPMorgan's embrace of AI could change banking for us all

JPMorgan aims to become the first major bank fully powered by AI. What does that mean for the future of banking?

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Why are scam ads everywhere online?

Scam ads are flooding Facebook, YouTube and other social media. Tech companies are making billions allowing them. Who's behind all of these online ads? And what can we do about it?

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The Iranian women defying their country’s strict laws

Iranian law controls how women dress, what they drive and what they do in public. But now, more women across Iran are rebelling — risking severe fines or up to 10 years in prison.

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What the NBA betting scandal reveals about the mafia today

Last month, federal prosecutors indicted an NBA coach and current and former professional basketball players in an illegal sports betting scheme. How the FBI's investigation into the gambling ring is…

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The Jackpod: Tired of winning yet?

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the state of the U.S. economy and what recent polling reveals about the perception gap between President Trump and American workers.

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Welcome to the casino economy

Speculative investment is up. New financial products are on the market. Billions of dollars are flowing to unproven industries. Has the American economy become one giant casino?

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The real reason for the U.S.-Argentina bailout

American taxpayers are bailing out Argentina to the tune of $20 billion. But what does the U.S. get out of it? And can it really fix Argentina’s economy?

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No one wants their MTV

On August 1st, 1981, MTV was born. The 24-hour music video channel transformed the music industry and pop culture. Now, MTV is now shutting down many of its international music channels.

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Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago