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Episodes
How Cocaine Is Flooding Into Europe
The Journal explores the surge in cocaine entering Europe, now the world's second-largest market, driven by sophisticated narco-boats that bypass secure ports.
The Vigilante Taking Down Job Scammers
The Journal features Jay Jones, a self-proclaimed "Profiler" who hunts fake recruiter profiles on LinkedIn to protect vulnerable job seekers.
Our Reporter Tried Meta’s Viral AI Agent. Should You?
Meta’s new AI agent, Muse, is rapidly gaining popularity by automating personal tasks like booking travel and managing calendars.
How China Swiped the Secret to American Blueberries
The Journal explores how Driscoll’s entry into China’s blueberry market triggered a surge in local production that outpaced the US.
Why ‘What’s for Dinner?’ Is Harder than Ever
This episode explores the daily stress of deciding what to cook, featuring a mother who manages complex family dietary needs and a reporter who…
Will a Rent Freeze Fix NYC or Make it Worse?
Host Ryan Knudsen discusses New York City’s housing crisis with Emily Eisner and Kenny Burgos, who debate the impact of a new rent freeze.
The Epic Drama at Lululemon
This episode examines Lululemon’s internal power struggle, featuring founder Chip Wilson’s decade-long criticism and recent proxy fight against the board.
The High Schools Going All-In on AI
The Journal explores Estonia’s "AI Leap," a national experiment giving high schoolers free access to a Socratic chatbot to navigate AI’s impact on learning.
An Exclusive Interview With Ukraine’s President Zelensky
Ukrainian President Zelensky discusses his meeting with President Trump, requesting military aid for winter while refusing to halt drone strikes on Russian refineries.
Inside Canada's EU Courtship
Canada is exploring becoming the first associate member of the European Union to reduce dependence on the US amid rising tensions.
The World is Running Out of Fuel
The Journal examines the escalating global fuel crisis as Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz exhausts strategic oil reserves and sanctioned supply buffers.
Fashion Mogul Says Working Moms Need to Stop Apologizing
In this live episode from New York City, host Jessica Mendoza interviews fashion mogul Emma Greer about her journey founding Skims and Good American.
Should Everyone Get a Prenup?
Host Jessica Mendoza introduces a modern shift in prenuptial agreements, which are increasingly used by middle-class couples as financial planning tools rather than just asset protection.
Inflation Forces the Fed’s Hand
The Journal explores the Federal Reserve’s first interest rate hike in three years under new Chair Kevin Warsh, a move driven by persistent inflation from the Iran war, tariffs, and AI demand.
Why China Isn’t Panicking About AI Armageddon
This episode examines the escalating AI arms race between the US and China, highlighting China’s refusal to slow development due to historical grievances and a desire for technological parity.
Are Budget Airlines Facing Extinction?
This episode examines the decline of the US budget airline model, highlighting Frontier's struggle to survive after Spirit's bankruptcy.
The Great AI Freakout Has Begun
This episode examines the surge in AI safety concerns following an OpenAI agent that autonomously hacked Hugging Face and an Anthropic researcher’s resignation over existential risks.
My Monday Morning: Twiggy
Twiggy discusses her new biographical documentary, reflecting on her meteoric rise as the "Face of '66" and her early fame at age 16.
The MAHA Shake-Up at Steak ‘n Shake
The Journal explores Steak & Shake’s radical pivot to the "Make America Healthy Again" movement, driven by owner Sardar Biglari.
What Happened to the Affordable Car?
The Journal explores why new cars have become increasingly expensive, with average prices doubling over the last 25 years.
A Data Center Offered $26 Million for Her Land. She Said No.
Host Eric Schwitzgebel visits Maysville, Kentucky, to profile Delcia Bear and her mother Ida, who rejected a $26 million offer to sell their land for an AI data center.
AI Companies Are Buying and Destroying Used Books
The Journal investigates a surge in bulk orders for obscure used books, which booksellers traced via hidden trackers to AI companies.
My Monday Morning: Lee Pace
Actor Lee Pace joins Lane Flersheim to discuss his career, from his first role on Law & Order to starring in Practical Magic 2.
How the Bond Market Will Affect Your Wallet
The Journal explores why long-term US Treasury yields have hit 20-year highs, driven by persistent inflation, rising oil prices from the Iran…
The Cardboard Box Economy Is Breaking Down
Ryan Knudson and Ryan December explore the collapse of the US pulpwood market, where falling cardboard demand and cheap imports have crashed prices.
How Big Food Is Navigating the GLP-1 Era
The Journal explores how major food manufacturers like Conagra and General Mills are adapting to the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, which alter taste perception and reduce cravings.
Inside the U.S. Deal to Get Venezuela’s Oil
The Journal examines President Trump’s unprecedented deal granting the US government a stake in Venezuelan oil via the Pentagon’s Office of Strategic Capital.