Podcast · 491 episodes
The Journal., page 3
by The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios · English
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
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Peptides Are Everywhere. Businesses Are Cashing In.The episode explains the “peptide craze” in wellness and how businesses are preparing to profit as regulation may loosen.30 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 8 chapters
Confused About Automated Driving Features? You’re Not Alone.Hands-free/driver-assist confusion in automated driving, using Ford’s Blue Cruise as the focus, and how misunderstandings and system limitations may contribute to crashes; regulators’ scrutiny and…29 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 11 chapters
Chinese AI Is Spooking Silicon ValleyThe episode explains why Chinese AI models are “spooking” Silicon Valley and Washington. It argues China’s models (e.g., Moonshot AI’s KimiK3) are closing the U.S.28 Jul 2026 · 20 min · 8 chapters
Tariffs Are Back. What’s Changed?The episode explains how Trump’s tariff agenda returned after the Supreme Court struck down most of his February global tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEPA).27 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 10 chapters
The Data Is In on Work From HomeThe episode reviews data and research on work-from-home vs return-to-office, arguing remote work has stabilized at about 26% of work hours (down from 60% early in the pandemic) and is now a long-term…26 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 13 chapters
How Deadly Airbags Are Getting Inside CarsThe episode explains how counterfeit or non-compliant airbag inflators and replacement airbags are getting into used cars and causing deadly failures.24 Jul 2026 · 20 min · 9 chapters
Can't Get an IMAX Ticket? That's Kind of the Point.The episode explains why IMAX (especially 70mm film) is scarce and how IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond built IMAX into a Hollywood power by partnering with major studios and directors like Christopher Nolan.23 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 6 chapters
Do Sanctions Still Work?The episode asks whether sanctions still work as “economic warfare” to change enemy behavior. It reviews recent U.S.22 Jul 2026 · 27 min · 9 chapters
What's Going On With Lettuce?A major U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, with confusion after FDA testing results were partially walked back.21 Jul 2026 · 20 min · 11 chapters
How State Farm's New Contract Sparked an UproarState Farm’s CEO announced a contract overhaul for its agent network at a Las Vegas convention, triggering backlash over reduced benefits, commission changes, and increased AI use.20 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 9 chapters
How an Influencer Built His Business, One Dog at a TimeHow Elias Friedman (The Doggest) built a successful influencer business photographing dogs in New York, turning it into a multi-platform media company, and adapting to changes in social media…19 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 6 chapters
The World Cup Story, Part 3: ‘FIFA, What Have You Become?'The World Cup’s “Part 3” focuses on FIFA’s growing commercialization and political interference, plus how VAR and new rules have changed the emotional rhythm of matches.17 Jul 2026 · 31 min · 19 chapters
To Beat Musk, Bezos Befriended TrumpHow Jeff Bezos’ relationship with Donald Trump flipped from hostile to friendly, and how that shift benefited Bezos’ businesses—especially Blue Origin—during Trump’s second term.16 Jul 2026 · 20 min · 9 chapters
Apple vs. OpenAIApple sues OpenAI over alleged theft of Apple trade secrets tied to OpenAI’s plan to build AI hardware devices, and discusses why Apple feels threatened by a potential shift in how people use…15 Jul 2026 · 18 min · 6 chapters
How Microfinance Failed the World's PoorThe episode argues that microfinance’s promise to “end global poverty” through small loans has failed, especially in Cambodia, where commercial lenders expanded loan sizes and borrowers fell into…14 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 17 chapters
A Master Conman in His Own WordsA Wall Street Journal podcast episode profiling Paul Regan, a con artist who sold “guaranteed” annuity-like investments promising 10–15% returns with “zero risk,” then allegedly ran a Ponzi scheme.13 Jul 2026 · 29 min · 6 chapters
How to Keep Up with AI At Work (Without Losing Your Mind)How to use AI at work effectively and stay sane amid job-loss fears, including practical ways to learn, avoid pitfalls, and talk to bosses about productivity.12 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 13 chapters
Big Egg’s Price-Fixing ScandalThe DOJ alleges major egg producers coordinated during the 2022-2025 bird flu outbreak to keep egg prices high, using a clearinghouse bidding system and “spoofing” tactics.10 Jul 2026 · 20 min · 7 chapters
A Buckling Skyscraper Shakes Confidence In Office ConversionsA partially buckling skyscraper under construction at 235 East 42nd Street in Manhattan (near the Chrysler Building and Grand Central) triggers evacuations and raises questions about…9 Jul 2026 · 19 min · 12 chapters
The Inside Story of Europe’s Breakup With the U.S.The episode argues that Europe’s NATO relationship with the U.S. is splintering into estrangement, driven by President Donald Trump’s demands and flirtation-with-hostility signals, culminating in the…8 Jul 2026 · 29 min · 13 chapters
Europe Is Hot as Hell. Why Doesn’t It Want Air Conditioning?The episode is about Europe’s record-breaking heat wave (“hot as hell”) and why many European countries resist or can’t easily install air conditioning.7 Jul 2026 · 20 min · 9 chapters
How Polymarket Made Fake Bets Go ViralThe Wall Street Journal’s investigation into how Polymarket’s viral TikTok/Instagram “fake bet” videos were manufactured, and how a third-party firm used “clipping” to spread them.6 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 10 chapters
The Booming Industry Keeping Taylor Swift's Wedding a SecretThe episode examines the nonstop speculation that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will marry at Madison Square Garden over the July 4th weekend, and uses that rumor to explain the “wedding security…2 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 3 chapters
Microsoft’s CEO Has a Message: Don’t Let AI Eat the EconomyAI-driven job displacement and industry power concentration; Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella argues the AI sector needs a “socially permitted” future that doesn’t hollow out industries, and criticizes AI…1 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 7 chapters