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 news podcast discusses the unexpected launch of meme coins by Donald and Melania Trump, shortly after a crypto industry celebratory event. The podcast details the structure and rapid price fluctuations of these coins, highlighting the involvement of Trump-affiliated entities owning 80% of the Trump coin. The laun...
This interview podcast focuses on the early immigration policies of the Trump administration. The host interviews Michelle Hackman, an immigration reporter, who details the numerous executive orders signed by Trump, including those impacting birthright citizenship, refugee programs, and asylum. Hackman discusses the ...
This news podcast discusses the unexpected reversal of the TikTok ban in the US. The episode begins by outlining President Trump's initial attempts to ban TikTok in 2020 due to national security concerns regarding data access and potential propaganda. It then details the subsequent legal battles, Project Texas, and t...
This news podcast covers Donald Trump's second inauguration as President of the United States. The episode begins with a description of the inauguration ceremony, including the attendees and the setting, followed by an interview with reporter Natalie Andrews who provides detailed analysis of Trump's speech. Andrews h...
This panel discussion podcast features three podcast hosts—Ryan Knutson, Ben Shapiro, and Preet Bharara—discussing the impact of podcasts on the 2024 election. The conversation explores how candidates utilized podcasts to reach younger audiences and bypass traditional media filters, with specific examples of Donald Tr...
This news podcast discusses corporate America's shifting relationship with Donald Trump following his second election win. The podcast details how many companies, after initially opposing Trump, are now actively seeking his favor through donations, meetings at Mar-a-Lago, and policy adjustments aligning with his views...
This interview podcast discusses the fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. The discussion begins with an overview of the agreement's three phases: a temporary ceasefire with hostage exchange, negotiations for a permanent end to the war, and Gaza reconstruction. The interview then delves into the compl...
This interview podcast investigates the ongoing revelations about Credit Suisse's ties to Nazi activities during World War II. The podcast begins by discussing a 1998 settlement between Swiss banks and Jewish organizations, which was initially believed to resolve the issue, but a recent probe unearthed new evidence. ...
This interview podcast explores the safety testing of AI, specifically focusing on Anthropic's AI chatbot, Claude. The podcast begins by discussing the common anxieties surrounding AI apocalypses depicted in popular culture, then transitions into an interview with Logan Graham, head of Anthropic's Frontier Red team, w...
This news podcast reports on the aftermath of devastating wildfires in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. The report follows two residents, Mariah and Gavin, as they return to their homes to assess the damage after being allowed back into the area by authorities. Mariah's home is completely destroyed,...
This podcast delves into the Supreme Court hearing regarding the potential ban on TikTok. It highlights the arguments made by TikTok, its creators, and the U.S. government. Central to the discussion is whether the ban infringes on TikTok's First Amendment rights, alongside national security worries linked to its parent...
This podcast explores Meta's major reversal of its content moderation policies. It outlines the journey of Facebook's approach to content moderation, starting from its initial hesitance to go beyond legal requirements to the implementation of a complex, billion-dollar system that relies on a combination of human modera...
This episode of "The Journal" delves into the proposed merger between Honda and Nissan, two prominent Japanese automakers. It kicks off with a nod to a memorable scene from "2Fast 2 Furious," underscoring the long-standing rivalry between the two companies. The discussion shifts to Nissan's financial troubles, which ha...
This podcast explores Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation after nine years in office. It delves into the reasons behind his waning popularity, including economic difficulties, various scandals, and tense relations with the U.S. during President Trump's tenure. Vipal Monga, a contributing journalist, re...
This episode of The Journal delves into the changing corporate culture at Netflix, particularly its departure from the once-celebrated "freedom and responsibility" model. Previously, Netflix embraced an open and generous workplace, highlighted by an innovative year-long paid parental leave policy aimed at attracting an...
In this episode of The Journal, the spotlight is on American Giant, a company dedicated to producing clothing in the USA. The discussion revolves around their successful partnership with Walmart to create an affordable, American-made t-shirt priced at just $12.98. The episode explores the challenges of building a domes...
In this episode of The Journal, the ongoing turmoil at Zijin Mining Group's gold mine in Buritica, Colombia, takes center stage. The Chinese state-run company is losing millions in gold to rival miners, who are being backed by the formidable Gulf Clan drug cartel, leading to intense underground trench warfare in the mi...
This engaging three-part podcast delves into the intriguing disappearance of Qin Gang, China's former foreign minister. In the first episode, listeners are taken on a journey through Qin's remarkable transformation from a low-level bureaucrat to a key confidant of Xi Jinping, eventually rising to the position of foreig...
This podcast delves into the remarkable enduring success of Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” examining how it became a holiday classic long after its initial release. Several factors contribute to the song's widespread appeal: its timeless musical style, greater accessibility through platforms like iTu...
The James Bond franchise is currently at a standstill due to a significant clash between Barbara Broccoli, the guardian of its creative legacy, and Amazon, which holds the distribution rights and views Bond as just another piece of content. Broccoli is wary of Amazon's data-driven strategy, and their conflicting vision...
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