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
This episode explores the sweeping new tariffs announced by the President of the United States on April 2nd, 2025, and their immediate impact on the global economy. Against the backdrop of a White House ceremony featuring cabinet members, senators, and union workers, the President unveiled a wide-ranging tariff policy...
This episode explores the fraud trial of Charlie Javice, founder of the financial aid startup Frank, and the subsequent implications for JPMorgan Chase. Against the backdrop of Javice's $175 million sale of Frank to JPMorgan, the trial revealed the creation of a synthetic database of four million fake user profiles. ...
This episode explores the revitalization of Gap Inc. under CEO Richard Dickson, examining the challenges and strategies employed to restore the brand's relevance. Against the backdrop of Gap's declining sales and stagnant stock over the past two decades, Dickson's leadership, drawing parallels from his success with the...
This episode explores the rise and fall of Utah's mom influencer industry, focusing on the legal ramifications stemming from the Ruby Franke child abuse scandal. Against the backdrop of a thriving Utah influencer scene built on showcasing traditional family life and Mormon values, the Franke family's "Eight Passengers...
This episode explores the extraordinary story of Anna and Artem Doltsev, a Russian sleeper agent couple who lived undercover in Argentina and Slovenia for over a decade. Against the backdrop of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, their meticulously constructed lives as Maria and Ludwig Munoz, ordinary Argentinian ci...
This episode explores the fallout from a highly sensitive group chat accidentally including a journalist. Against the backdrop of previous scandals involving mishandling of classified information, the discussion centers on a Signal conversation between Trump administration officials planning a military strike on the H...
This episode explores the impact of widespread federal layoffs under the Trump administration, focusing on the experiences of several affected government employees. Against the backdrop of the administration's stated goal of increasing government efficiency, the podcast highlights the concerns of laid-off workers acro...
This episode explores President Trump's unprecedented attacks on several prominent law firms, focusing on the legal and business ramifications. Against the backdrop of Trump's claims of "weaponization of the system," executive orders were issued targeting firms like Covington & Burling, Perkins Coie, and Paul Weiss, s...
This episode explores the departure of Donatella Versace as creative director of Versace and the subsequent shift in the brand's identity. Against the backdrop of Donatella's nearly three-decade tenure, marked by iconic designs and collaborations with major celebrities, the podcast details the growing tension between ...
This episode explores the Trump administration's ultimatum to Columbia University, demanding stricter measures against student protests in exchange for hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding. Against the backdrop of student protests over Israel's war in Gaza, which included campus building occupations and ...
This podcast episode interviews Sean Fury, a writer and filmmaker, about his experience with treatment-resistant depression and his use of Spravato, a ketamine-derived nasal spray, as a treatment. The interview details Sean's struggles, his decision to try Spravato, and the positive impact it has had on his life, incl...
This podcast discusses the Trump administration's increasingly strained relationship with the judicial branch. The hosts and guest analyze Chief Justice Roberts' rebuke of President Trump's attacks on a judge, the administration's potential disregard for court orders, and the implications of a Supreme Court ruling on ...
This podcast episode discusses the challenges and complexities of mining in Greenland, focusing on the Kvanefjeld mining project. The interview follows a structure where the host introduces the topic and the guest, a journalist who visited Greenland, shares his experiences and insights. He details the geographical ch...
This podcast discusses the Trump administration's reversal of the Biden administration's humanitarian parole program. The program, initially designed to address the Ukrainian refugee crisis and later expanded to include individuals from several Latin American countries, allowed legal entry for those meeting specific c...
This podcast episode discusses the ongoing competition between Walmart and Amazon for dominance in the retail market. The interview features a journalist who has covered Walmart for a decade, detailing Walmart's transformation from a primarily brick-and-mortar retailer to a major player in e-commerce, focusing on its ...
This podcast episode details the experience of Matthew ("Dutch") Van Andel, a Disney software engineer, who was hacked via a seemingly innocuous AI image generator. The hack compromised his personal and work accounts, leading to the release of sensitive Disney data and his subsequent wrongful termination. The hacker ...
This podcast investigates allegations against Gloria Allred, a prominent women's rights lawyer, focusing on claims from former clients Caroline Wallner and Effie Angelova. Wallner alleges that Allred's firm pressured her into a quick settlement with Neil Gaiman, including a non-disclosure agreement, and then prevented...
This podcast episode analyzes the economic impact of the Trump administration's first 50 days in office. The hosts discuss the administration's record number of executive orders versus its limited legislative achievements, contrasting this with the economy's perceived downturn and public disapproval. An economic repo...
This podcast episode discusses the Trump family's involvement in potential business deals, particularly with Binance, a crypto exchange with a history of legal issues. The interview details negotiations for a financial stake in Binance's US arm, alongside Binance's founder's pursuit of a presidential pardon. The disc...
This podcast episode from The Journal analyzes the early economic impacts of President Trump's second term, focusing on his administration's approach to tariffs and government spending cuts. The episode features interviews with economists and White House reporters who discuss the resulting economic uncertainty, market...
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