Red, White and Who? Foreign Policy and the Rise of Donald Trump Jr.
The Journal.
- 270 views
- 6 months ago
- 22:12
Ryan Knutson and Molly Ball explore what we know about both candidates’ approach to foreign policy. Plus, Molly shares what she learned about the future of MAGA from an interview with Donald Trump Jr. and JD Vance. Further Listening: - Red, White and Who? Playlist - Red, White and Who? Veep Veep! All Eyes on Vance and Walz - Red, White and Who? It's Always the Economy! Further Reading: - How Donald Trump Jr. Became the Crown Prince of MAGA World - JD Vance’s Version of Trump Is Better Than the Real Thing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Chinese Hackers Spying on U.S. Internet Traffic
The Journal.
- 280 views
- 6 months ago
- 15:20
WSJ reporting has revealed a major cyberattack from a group tied to the Chinese government. Hackers penetrated the networks of several broadband providers and gained access to the U.S. domestic wiretapping system. Dustin Volz unpacks what the attack could mean for national security. Further Listening: - ‘Hack Me If You Can’ - Hacking the Hackers Further Reading: - U.S. Wiretap Systems Targeted in China-Linked Hack - Chinese-Linked Hackers Breach U.S. Internet Providers in New ‘Salt Typhoon’ Cyberattack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Asheville No Longer a ‘Climate Haven?’
The Journal.
- 270 views
- 6 months ago
- 18:35
Asheville, North Carolina, was thriving until floodwaters and heavy wind from Hurricane Helene ripped through the region and destroyed large parts of the city's commercial districts. We talk to two business owners who are trying to figure out what comes next. Further Reading: -The Hurricane That Threatens to Sink Asheville’s Feel-Good Success -North Carolina in Crisis Mode as Helene Rescues Continue Further Listening: -Hot, Dry and Booming: A Texas Climate Case Study -‘Everything Is Gone’ — One Resident on the Maui Wildfires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Microsoft Wants Three Mile Island's Nuclear Power
The Journal.
- 280 views
- 6 months ago
- 18:51
Last month, Microsoft and Constellation Energy announced a deal to restart Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island, the site of the country’s worst nuclear power accident. WSJ’s Jennifer Hiller reports that the goal is to power the tech giant’s growing artificial intelligence ambitions. Further Listening: - Artificial: The OpenAI Story - Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's Big Bet on AI Further Reading: - Three Mile Island’s Nuclear Plant to Reopen, Help Power Microsoft’s AI Centers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Red, White and Who? Veep! Veep! All Eyes On Vance and Walz
The Journal.
- 260 views
- 6 months ago
- 21:48
The vice-presidential candidates took center stage at a debate this week. Ryan Knutson talks with Molly Ball about the important takeaways, and Rachel Humphreys speaks to a listener about why she’s thinking about climate change this election. Further Listening: - Red, White and Who? Playlist - Red, White and Who? It's Always the Economy! - Red, White and Who? Why Ohio Could Decide the Senate Further Reading: - JD Vance’s Version of Trump Is Better Than the Real Thing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Justice Department Takes On Visa
The Journal.
- 280 views
- 6 months ago
- 16:49
The Department of Justice is taking Visa, the largest card network in the U.S., to court, accusing the company of illegally monopolizing the debit card market. WSJ's Angel Au-Yeung breaks down the Justice Department's allegations. Further Listening: - The Unusual Economics of the Bilt Credit Card - The Deal That Could Change Credit Cards - The Trustbuster Taking on Ticketmaster Further Reading: - Justice Department Sues Visa, Alleges Illegal Monopoly in Debit-Card Payments - Google Faces Blockbuster Antitrust Case—Again - Getting Oasis Tickets Was a Nightmare. Ticketmaster Is Again Being Asked for Answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Free Trading Isn't Free: How Robinhood Makes Money
The Journal.
- 1.5K views
- about 4 years ago
- 15:13
Robinhood is able to offer free trading on its app thanks to a practice known as payment for order flow. WSJ's Alexander Osipovich explains how it works and why Congress has questions about it.