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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

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A Hole in a Plane and a Headache for Boeing

09 Jan 2024
17m
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This podcast episode narrates the frightening experience of passengers on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, where a door plug detached during the flight, causing the plane to make an emergency landing. It delves into the subsequent investigation, which revealed manufacturing issues and concerns about Boeing's aircraft. The ...

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A Messy Start to the 2024 Presidential Election

08 Jan 2024
19m
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The Democratic Party's decision to alter the order of primaries and move South Carolina to the front has sparked controversy, confusion, and complex primary systems. The move was intended to give minority, younger, and urban voters a greater voice, but has led to uncertainty and confusion among voters. New Hampshire's ...

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Artificial: Episode 3, ChatGPT

07 Jan 2024
34m
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This podcast episode explores the personal stories and experiences of individuals who have interacted with ChatGPT, highlighting its impact on their lives. It discusses the development and success of ChatGPT, the ethical considerations surrounding its use, concerns about its accuracy and copyright issues, and the contr...

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China Wants More Babies. Many Women Are Saying No.

05 Jan 2024
21m
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This podcast episode explores China's changing family planning policies and the challenges it faces due to its rapidly aging society and declining birth rate. While the government is implementing various measures to encourage people to have more children, a younger generation of women in China is resisting this pressur...

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Behind the Campaign to Push Harvard’s President Out

04 Jan 2024
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Claudine Gay's presidency at Harvard was turbulent, marked by controversies involving her appointment, response to antisemitism, handling of genocide rhetoric, plagiarism allegations, and eventually her resignation. As Harvard's first black president and second woman to lead the university, she faced scrutiny and criti...

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One Company’s Quest to Burst Apple’s Blue Bubble Texts

03 Jan 2024
21m
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This podcast episode examines the challenges faced by Android users excluded from iPhone group chats due to Apple's iMessage platform and the stigma associated with the green bubble SMS. It highlights a solution through Beeper, an app allowing Android users to participate in iMessages with blue bubbles. The episode exp...

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'The Ultimate Confidence Trickster': The Double Life of a Tech Exec

02 Jan 2024
21m
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This podcast episode delves into the rise and fall of Wirecard, a German payment processor, uncovering its intricate ties to intelligence agencies and the Wagner Group. The episode examines the questionable activities of Wirecard's chief operating officer, Marsilect, highlighting his fabricated credentials and his prox...

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The Taco Tuesday Fight Is Over

26 Dec 2023
20m
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This podcast episode delves into the legal battles over the trademark for "Taco Tuesday," Gregory Gregory's fight to protect his trademark, and Taco Bell's successful efforts to free the phrase from trademark restrictions. The story emphasizes the significance of Taco Tuesday nights to Gregory Gregory's community and o...

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Mariah Carey on the Rise of Her Christmas Anthem

22 Dec 2023
21m
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Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas is You is a perennial holiday classic adored for its infectious tune, Mariah Carey's soaring vocals, and a blend of '60s and '90s sensibilities. Its recent resurgence in popularity is attributed to the rise of streaming services, playlist culture, and strategic marketing.

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Inside an iPhone Heist

21 Dec 2023
22m
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This podcast episode examines the rising problem of iPhone theft and Apple ID theft, exploring the actions of thieves like Aaron Johnson who skillfully exploit passcodes and Face ID verification to access victims' accounts and steal their personal information. Despite Apple's efforts to enhance security with features l...

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What Happened to GM’s All-Electric Bet?

20 Dec 2023
17m
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This podcast episode explores the leadership journey and challenges faced by Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, as she navigated the company's transition to electric vehicles and driverless cars. Despite setbacks in these growth areas, Barra remained committed to her vision and took steps to improve GM's core business.

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Why an AI Pioneer Is Worried

19 Dec 2023
22m
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This podcast episode explores Yoshua Bengio's concerns about the rapid progress of AI technology and its potential dangers, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that acknowledges both its benefits and risks. It delves into the journey of deep learning, from academic research to industrial phenomenon, and discus...

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Who's Keeping Zombie Malls Alive?

18 Dec 2023
19m
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This podcast episode examines the decline and challenges faced by aging malls, with specific focus on the Berkshire Mall in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, owned by Namdar Realty Group and Mason Asset Management. The current state of the mall is described as dilapidated and deteriorating, raising concerns among community mem...

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The Wonderful Accident Behind a Christmas Classic

15 Dec 2023
19m
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Despite its initial flop, "It's a Wonderful Life" rose to become a beloved Christmas classic due to a mistake not renewing its copyright, which made it public domain for years, resulting in widespread screenings and popularity.

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Actors Recorded Videos for ‘Vladimir.’ It Turned Into Russian Propaganda.

14 Dec 2023
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This podcast episode delves into Russian propaganda efforts to sow discord among Western nations and undermine their support for Ukraine. The misuse of videos from Western celebrities was a key tactic, with known figures like Elijah Wood and Priscilla Presley unwittingly becoming conduits for Russian disinformation cam...

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The Mysterious CEO Leading Shein to an IPO

13 Dec 2023
20m
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Despite Shein CEO Sky Xu's clandestine nature and contrasting public profile to Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma, his company's meteoric rise surpasses competitors. However, Shein faces numerous challenges as it prepares to go public, including controversies over cotton sourcing, tax avoidance allegations, and navigating US-...

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Janet Yellen on Inflation and the U.S. Economy

12 Dec 2023
20m
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This podcast episode discusses various economic and policy-related topics, including the recent Consumer Price Index report, the challenges in achieving a soft landing for the economy while battling inflation, the U.S.-China relations and the Biden administration's approach to de-risking reliance on China, and the wide...

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Big Donors Clash with Universities Over Antisemitism, Free Speech

11 Dec 2023
20m
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This podcast episode delves into the multifaceted controversy at the University of Pennsylvania centered around President Liz McGill's handling of free speech and academic freedom, the influence of big donors, anti-Semitism concerns on campus, and the intertwined issues of free speech and harassment. The episode highli...

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Artificial: Episode 2, Selling Out

10 Dec 2023
33m
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This podcast episode explores the fascinating journey of OpenAI, from its early beginnings as a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing AI for the benefit of humanity to its transformation into a profit-driven entity. It sheds light on the remarkable progress of language models, such as GPT-1, GPT-2, and GPT-3, a...

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Does Nikki Haley Have a Chance At Beating Trump?

08 Dec 2023
21m
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This podcast episode delves into the political career and campaign of Nikki Haley, a prominent Republican figure and potential candidate in the 2023 presidential election. It explores her journey from being a daughter of Indian immigrants to becoming the US ambassador to the United Nations, her unwavering leadership st...

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