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 podcast episode delves into the intricate world of the mysterious Bitcoin maintainers. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly, driven by the ethos of cryptocurrency and a belief in Bitcoin's transformative potential. While not compensated like traditional tech employees, they receive grants from crypto compan...
This podcast episode delves into the intriguing story of an amateur artist's belief in a dusty painting as a lost masterpiece by Da Vinci or Raphael. The dedication and meticulous research of the investors involved in this quest is explored, as is the impact of AI's emergence in art attribution and the transformative e...
This podcast episode delves into the devastating earthquakes in Turkey, shedding light on the underlying issues of building code violations and government-granted amnesty policies. Despite repeated warnings and past experiences with major earthquakes, many new constructions still fail to meet safety standards due to la...
This podcast episode explores the rise of TikTok, a social media platform that has gained immense popularity in just five years. The episode discusses the key role that TikTok's algorithm, 4U feed, has played in its success, and how the app has impacted the creator economy, American politics, and concerns about nationa...
This podcast discusses the contrasting job markets in the tech industry and the service sector amid concerns over a potential recession. While tech companies grapple with layoffs, service sector industries like Lane's Chicken Fingers remain optimistic and continue to hire aggressively. Despite a nationwide nurse shorta...
This podcast episode delves into the recent proxy battle between activist investor Nelson Peltz and The Walt Disney Company. Peltz, a major shareholder, advocated for changes in cost-cutting, executive compensation, and streaming strategy, aligning with former Disney executive Ike Perlmutter. Despite not securing a boa...
This podcast episode explores CVS's strategic transformation from a traditional pharmacy chain into a major player in the healthcare industry. Beginning with the acquisition of Caremark, CVS expanded its services to include healthcare clinics and insurance through subsequent acquisitions, including Aetna and Oak Street...
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