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The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios · Business

The Journal.

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

Episodes

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Mark Cuban on ‘Shark Tank,’ the Mavs and Elon Musk

06 Feb 2024
23m
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This podcast episode focuses on Mark Cuban's insights on different topics, including his departure from Shark Tank, his advice for entrepreneurs, his views on the NBA, the challenges facing the healthcare industry, and his thoughts on the U.S. political system. He emphasizes the importance of the market and the custome...

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Money, Drugs, Elon Musk and Tesla's Board

05 Feb 2024
21m
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This podcast episode delves into the legal battle surrounding Elon Musk's controversial $56 billion compensation package approved by Tesla's board of directors. The judge's decision to invalidate the package is examined, with discussions on Musk's excessive influence, the lack of transparency, and the close ties betwee...

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The UN Agency Accused of Links to Hamas

02 Feb 2024
19m
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This podcast episode explores the challenges faced by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in Gaza, an agency providing aid to Palestinian refugees. The agency's vital services are at risk due to allegations of employees' involvement in attacks against Israel, leadi...

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Why Buying Paramount Global Won't Be Easy

01 Feb 2024
16m
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This podcast episode delves into the challenges faced by Paramount Global due to its mixed performance, its controlling shareholder's reluctance to sell, and potential suitors targeting specific divisions. Warner Bros. Discovery, David Ellison, and Byron Allen are potential suitors with varying interests in the company...

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Ukraine's $30 Billion Problem

31 Jan 2024
18m
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This podcast episode discusses the financial challenges faced by Ukraine during the war with Russia, the aid provided by its allies, and the challenges in sustaining such support. Ukraine has a budget shortfall of more than $40 billion and has implemented various measures to address it, but it may consider printing mon...

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Argentina’s New President Takes a Chainsaw to the Country’s Government

30 Jan 2024
17m
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Javier Milei, Argentina's newly elected libertarian president, faces the challenge of implementing his economic policies amidst opposition and a struggling economy. Aiming to tackle inflation, Milei proposes dollarization, privatization, and austerity measures. Despite hurdles and disapproval, Milei remains confident i...

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A Deadly Drone Attack and Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’

29 Jan 2024
20m
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This podcast episode examines Iran's network of militias, known as the Axis of Resistance, and its support for these groups in the Middle East. Iran's involvement includes providing weapons, funding, and training to groups like Hezbollah, Hamas, the Houthis, and others that share a common opposition to the US and its a...

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A Russian Billionaire, an Art Dealer and an Epic Feud

26 Jan 2024
21m
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This podcast episode delves into the tumultuous legal battles surrounding the art dealings of Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev, his former art dealer Yves Bouvier, and the prominent auction house Sotheby's. It explores the deceitful practice of "flipping" artwork, leading to Rybolovlev suffering financial losses o...

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How China's BYD Overtook Tesla

25 Jan 2024
21m
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This podcast episode explores the remarkable journey of BYD, the world's leading EV automaker, highlighting its transformation from a small battery manufacturer to a global industry leader. The key takeaways involve Stella Li's pivotal role in expanding BYD's global reach, Wang Chongfu's vision and strategic leadership...

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The Company Taking on Apple’s Watch Technology

24 Jan 2024
17m
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This podcast episode centers around the contentious history between Apple and Masimo, two prominent players in the wearable health technology market. The crux of the conflict stems from allegations by Masimo that Apple misappropriated Masimo's pulse oximeter technology through the recruitment of its employees and the f...

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The Computer Glitch That Caused Nearly 1,000 Convictions

23 Jan 2024
22m
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This podcast episode delves into the Post Office scandal in the UK, where a faulty computer system led to the wrongful prosecution of numerous postmasters and shines light on the courage, determination, and resilience of the individuals affected as they seek justice and exoneration.

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Smuggling Migrants Toward the U.S. Is a Booming Business

22 Jan 2024
18m
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This podcast episode explores the challenges and dangers faced by migrants, particularly those from South America, as they navigate the treacherous Darien Gap and the San Andres route in their pursuit of a better life. The episode delves into the stories of migrants who undertook perilous journeys, the difficulties law...

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How the Stanley Cup Became the Internet's Favorite Water Bottle

19 Jan 2024
21m
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This podcast episode explores the unexpected popularity of Stanley Cups, discussing its unique features, the sense of community among enthusiasts, and the brand's transformation from a male-focused company to one that appeals to a broader audience. The key factors behind this success include partnerships with influence...

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What Happens to Privacy in the Age of AI?

18 Jan 2024
17m
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This podcast episode explores the multifaceted implications of artificial intelligence, delving into its impact on privacy, surveillance, power dynamics, the nature of work, and ethical considerations. It examines how AI's rapid development raises concerns about concentrated power, the erosion of privacy, and the poten...

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Europe’s Biggest Food Fight: Carrefour vs. PepsiCo

17 Jan 2024
18m
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This podcast episode delves into the ongoing battle between Carrefour, a renowned supermarket chain, and PepsiCo, a multinational food and beverage giant, over price disputes. With Carrefour removing PepsiCo products from its shelves in several European countries, an intense "food fight" ensues, highlighting the fierce...

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Bitcoin's Long Journey to the Stock Market

16 Jan 2024
19m
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This podcast episode delves into the history of Bitcoin ETFs, the SEC's involvement in regulating them, and the legal battles that led to their eventual approval. It highlights the complexities surrounding the approval process, the SEC's concerns about fraud and manipulation in the Bitcoin market, and the resulting dev...

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Artificial: Episode 4, Behind Sam Altman’s Firing

14 Jan 2024
36m
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This podcast episode dives deep into the dramatic events surrounding the firing and subsequent reinstatement of Sam Altman as CEO of OpenAI, a non-profit organization focused on advancing artificial intelligence research. As OpenAI underwent a transformation, involving substantial sums of money and influential individu...

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The 2024 College Financial Aid Mess

12 Jan 2024
20m
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This podcast episode focuses on the complexities and challenges families face in navigating the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) process. Monique Cezpedes's experiences highlight the struggles of parents with limited college experience, emphasizing the importance of support and resources for families na...

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Will Florida’s Plan to Get Cheap Drugs From Canada Work?

11 Jan 2024
18m
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This podcast episode examines the complexities of drug importation between Canada and the United States, considering Florida's efforts to implement a trial program, the role of various stakeholders, associated challenges, and potential implications for the pharmaceutical industry, consumer access, and drug pricing poli...

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‘We Were Attacked’: Militants Upend Global Shipping

10 Jan 2024
18m
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The podcast episode dives into the escalating attacks in the Red Sea, revealing the motives of the Houthis and the consequences of these attacks on global trade and security. The Houthis' sophisticated weaponry, targeting of ships carrying Israeli products, the geography of Yemen, and their tactics pose significant ris...

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