The Repo Man Is Busier Than Ever

The Journal podcast presents an episode about the booming car repossession industry in the US. It explores the reasons behind the increase in car repossessions, such as high car prices, stagnant wages, inflation, and subprime loans. The episode follows Scott Calvert's night with repo men from Speed Kings Recovery, detailing their methods, the technology they use to track and repossess vehicles, and the dangers they face, including confrontations with car owners. The podcast also discusses the economic implications of the rising repossession rates, highlighting the struggles of Americans to afford their car payments and the potential ripple effects on the broader economy.