Episodes

  • How New Tech Could Help Jolt the Aging U.S. Grid

    How New Tech Could Help Jolt the Aging U.S. Grid
    Jun 6 2024
    P.M. Edition for June 6. The country’s aging power grid is due for a burst of new power and electricity demand driven by electric vehicles and new data centers for artificial-intelligence technology. Climate and energy reporter Scott Patterson discusses the White House’s plan to modernize it. And Keith Gill—the meme-stock influencer known as Roaring Kitty—single-handedly moved GameStop’s stock higher. But did he manipulate the market? Alexander Osipovich explains. Plus, business of social media reporter Salvador Rodriguez on Meta’s move to allow businesses on WhatsApp to use free artificial intelligence chatbots. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • FTC Puts Microsoft AI Deal Under the Microscope

    FTC Puts Microsoft AI Deal Under the Microscope
    Jun 6 2024
    A.M. Edition for June 6. The Federal Trade Commission is investigating whether Microsoft structured one of its latest deals to avoid an antitrust review. WSJ’s Kim Mackrael says regulators are concerned tech giants could snap up the most promising AI applications. Plus, Israel strikes a United Nations school and shelter in Gaza, saying Hamas was operating there. And, we take a look at the foods we might find more of on our plates in the future. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Investment Income Keeps Americans Spending

    Investment Income Keeps Americans Spending
    Jun 5 2024
    P.M. Edition for June 5. The Wall Street Journal’s David Uberti explains how a booming economy and rising household wealth are helping millions of Americans power through inflation. And the NBA is closing in on a $76 billion TV deal in a defining moment for media and sports. WSJ’s Isabella Simonetti has the details. Plus, Boeing’s Starliner finally blasts off on its first astronaut mission after setbacks and delays. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • The Private Meetings in Which President Biden Appears To Be Slowing Down

    The Private Meetings in Which President Biden Appears To Be Slowing Down
    Jun 5 2024
    A.M. Edition for June 5. WSJ reporters Annie Linskey and Siobhan Hughes reveal accounts from both Republicans and Democrats that, behind closed doors, President Biden shows signs of slipping. Plus, a new Texas stock exchange backed by BlackRock and Citadel Securities aims to challenge New York’s dominance. And, discount retailer Dollar Tree explores a sale or spinoff of Family Dollar. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Why Apartment Building Developers Are Sitting on Empty Lots

    Why Apartment Building Developers Are Sitting on Empty Lots
    Jun 4 2024
    P.M. Edition for June 4. Financing for apartment building construction has dried up, as housing and rental market reporter Will Parker explains. And Joseph Walker reports on how pharmacists are using social media to unionize. Plus, travel reporter Jacob Passy says unpredictable storms known as derechos could threaten your summer travel plans. Shelby Holliday hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • India’s Modi Set for Election Setback

    India’s Modi Set for Election Setback
    Jun 4 2024
    A.M. Edition for June 4. Early election results from India showed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling party struggling to hold onto a majority after encountering a strong fight from a revived opposition. WSJ correspondent Shan Li explains what that could mean for Modi’s future, his economic policy and his Hindu nationalist agenda. Plus, China's domestic chip giant takes a step toward eliminating its reliance on the U.S. And New York tries to make social media less addictive for minors. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Why Companies May Let You Vote on Elon Musk’s Pay

    Why Companies May Let You Vote on Elon Musk’s Pay
    Jun 3 2024
    P.M. Edition for June 3. If you own a (401)k, you could soon vote on issues like Elon Musk’s pay or Shell's future. Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains how "pass-through voting" works. And President Biden is expected to issue an executive order limiting asylum rules. Plus, The Wall Street Journal’s Berber Jin reports on the investment empire that is raising conflicts of interest questions for OpenAI CEO and co-founder Sam Altman. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • OPEC+ Moves Set to Keep Oil Prices High

    OPEC+ Moves Set to Keep Oil Prices High
    Jun 3 2024
    A.M. Edition for June 3. Top oil producers and their allies extend output cuts into next year in a bid to boost prices. Plus, GameStop and AMC Entertainment rally after a cryptic tweet. And blacklisted Chinese firms are rebranding as American to dodge a crackdown, leaving U.S. lawmakers frustrated, says WSJ's Heather Somerville. Peter Granitz hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins