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What’s News

One of the original business news podcasts. Mirrored after the popular Wall Street Journal column. Get caught up on your commute Monday through Friday. Listen as our journalists cover top stories and share timely insights on business, the economy, markets, and politics.

RECENT EPISODES

6/2/2020 5:24:54 PM

When Do Mounting Crises Lead to Lasting Change?

P.M. Edition for June 2. As protests continue across the nation, we get reports from cities including New York, Philadelphia and Minneapolis. Plus, Executive Washington Editor Gerald F. Seib looks back to 1968 and 1979 for what they can tell us about the nation's capacity for change. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

6/2/2020 6:56:14 AM

Trump Responds to Violent Protests With New Measures

A.M. Edition for June 2. The president authorizes deployment of troops to Washington. Two separate autopsy reports call George Floyd's death in Minneapolis police custody a homicide. Plus, examining how soon the U.S. economic recovery could happen.

6/1/2020 6:12:25 PM

Death of George Floyd Sets Back Police Reform in Minneapolis

P.M. Edition for June 1. Minneapolis had been undergoing police reform for years. But the death of George Floyd is exposing more challenges, and jeopardizing the city's optimism for change. Reporter Doug Belkin has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

6/1/2020 7:23:16 AM

Anger and Unrest Sparked By George Floyd's Death Sweep Across U.S.

A.M. Edition for June 1. Cities and states impose curfews after days of protests sparked by the death of George Floyd spread across the country. Elon Musk's SpaceX capsule delivers NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. Mark Garrison hosts.

5/29/2020 5:47:10 PM

Has the U.S. Economy Hit Bottom?

P.M. Edition for May 29. Economics reporter Harriet Torry discusses what a raft of new data tells us about the state of the economy. Plus, a former police officer involved in the death of George Floyd has been charged with murder and manslaughter. Erin Ailworth reports from Minneapolis. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

5/29/2020 6:08:41 AM

Minnesota Governor Sends National Guard as Protests Intensify

A.M. Edition for May 29. Protests over the death of George Floyd escalate. Taking stock of climate questions as coronavirus shutdowns force carbon emissions down. And Wall Street nervously awaits what President Trump will say about China. Mark Garrison hosts.

5/28/2020 6:04:33 PM

Trump Targets Social-Media Companies Over Free Speech

P.M. Edition for May 28. President Trump aims to limit social-media companies' federal protections. WSJ reporter Rebecca Ballhaus discusses his executive order. Plus, the WSJ's Jon Kamp on how coronavirus antibody tests are leaving some patients with more questions than answers. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

5/28/2020 6:10:57 AM

European Union Plans $2 Trillion Coronavirus Response

A.M. Edition for May 28. EU leaders are working to unify the bloc's countries around a pandemic plan. President Trump prepares to step up pressure on social media companies. The science behind why video calls make us so tired. Mark Garrison hosts.

5/27/2020 5:56:03 PM

Protests Erupt in Minneapolis; Dayton's Road to Recovery

P.M. Edition for May 27. Protestors take to the streets in Minneapolis over the death of George Floyd. WSJ reporter Erin Ailworth reports from the scene. Plus, the WSJ's Doug Belkin takes us to Dayton, Ohio, a city that's been hit by more than just the pandemic. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

5/27/2020 6:00:00 AM

Inside the Race for a Coronavirus Vaccine

A.M. Edition for May 27. There are difficult questions about where to make a potential vaccine and who gets it first. An explanation of why stocks rise even as consumer sentiment suffers. The NHL details plans to resume hockey. Mark Garrison hosts.

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