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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.

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“Red, White and Who?” The Journal’s election mini-series is back to cover the midterms. Every Wednesday, Ryan Knutson talks with reporters around the country about issues important to voters.

This week: In 2024, President Trump made historic gains w... more

President Trump’s stance in the Russia-Ukraine conflict is evolving. In recent weeks, the Trump administration has made a series of decisions that critics say favor Russia. In response, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky decided to publicly confr... more

President Donald Trump has put a lot on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s plate, from handling trade talks with China to overseeing sanctions on Iran. Meanwhile, tensions inside the Treasury are high. After interviews with former and current officia... more

Gayle King has been on TVs across America for decades and is currently a co-host of “CBS Mornings.” In the final episode of My Monday Morning, a new Journal video series inspired by the longstanding column of the same name, Lane Florsheim sits down w... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Tangel
A colleague who covers aviation for The Journal
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Patricia Kowsmann
Correspondent covering chemical industry and fentanyl precursor trade for The Journal
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Episode: Why Chinese Fentanyl Factories Are Making Peptides Now
Jon Husted
Republican Senator, Ohio; campaign figure in data-center debates
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Episode: Red, White and Who? The Anti-AI Voters
Lingling Wei
The Wall Street Journal correspondent
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Episode: Is Xi Jinping’s Health Declining?
Shalini Ramachandran
Investigative reporter at The Wall Street Journal
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Episode: Google Put AI in Schools. Test Scores Plummeted.
Randy Bresnik
Astronaut and Artemis III mission commander
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Episode: My Monday Morning: Randy Bresnik
Francesca Maria Gómez Pantoja
Mother of officer killed in the crackdown on drug boats
Family of a Civil Guard officer; expressed views on government investment
Episode: How Cocaine Is Flooding Into Europe
Jay Jones
The Profiler, vigilante scam fighter focusing on fake LinkedIn recruiter profiles and scam postings
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Episode: Our Reporter Tried Meta’s Viral AI Agent. Should You?

Hosts

Jessica Mendoza
Host of The Journal, reporting on business, money, and power with a focus on investigative storytelling.
Ryan Knutson
Host of The Journal, contributing reporting on business and markets with a focus on enterprise journalism.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 21.3k ratings
  • What's for Dinner?

    Your least informative episode. Waste of my time.

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    Lori Roth
    Canada10 days ago
  • downward trend

    Recent episodes have had such a heavy liberal bias. I want moderate takes, give me both sides, go back to how it used to be.

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    ffanatiç
    United States13 days ago
  • Shorter and shorter episodes

    Am I hallucinating that episodes have become shorter than before? They used to be more than 20 or 25,minutes but now episodes are usually 15 minutes including ads.

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    No name has been entered
    United States14 days ago
  • Accountable

    Appreciate you all holding the power holders accountable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lo hhhghhk
    United States15 days ago
  • Love the show and…

    Love this show but obsessed with the theme music. Great hook.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa Zzzzz
    United States25 days ago

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My Monday Morning: Randy Bresnik
Q: How do you maintain leadership and calm under pressure in such a high-stakes environment?
He emphasizes taking care of people, building trust through professional teammates, and relying on thorough training so actions are automatic under pressure.
My Monday Morning: Randy Bresnik
Q: What does a typical Monday look like for you before a mission?
A Monday starts with carefully prepared gear, uniforms, and food ready, followed by a routine of waking, kissing his wife, hugging his daughter, and then a focus on training and mission readiness.
Why Chinese Fentanyl Factories Are Making Peptides Now
Q: What went through your mind when you connected these dots?
I considered the plausibility of buyers not knowing who they are buying from or what exactly they are buying, given the opaque nature of the suppliers and the way fentanyl precursors have historically circulated through cartels, which raises significant safety and legality concerns.
Will a Rent Freeze Fix NYC or Make it Worse?
Q: Can a rent freeze fix the housing market?
The guests acknowledge it could reduce immediate costs for tenants, but argue it is not a comprehensive solution and could discourage investment unless paired with supply-side measures and targeted protections.
An Exclusive Interview With Ukraine’s President Zelensky
Q: What is your assessment of the American plan to end the war?
Trump's idea is to mediate and bring Putin and Zelensky to negotiations, but neither side is fully ready for concessions, requiring patience and strategic timing.

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A data-driven, investigative news show that covers money, business, and power through in-depth reporting, interviews, and analysis. Episodes frequently feature insider perspectives—from executives and reporters to policymakers and influencers—on topics like corporate strategy, market dynamics, regulatory debates, and high-profile investigations. The tone blends nuanced storytelling with clear, corporate and financial context, making it a strong fit for listeners who want actionable insights into how institutions shape outcomes. A standout aspect is the consistent involvement of seasoned journalists from a major publication, pairing enterprise reporting with accessible, story-first storytelling for a business-minded audience.

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1. WSJ What’s News
2. WSJ Your Money Briefing
3. WSJ Tech News Briefing
4. WSJ's Take On the Week
5. The Daily

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The Journal. launched 7 years ago and published 1879 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Journal. include:

1. Andrew Tangel
2. Patricia Kowsmann
3. Jon Husted
4. Lingling Wei
5. Shalini Ramachandran
6. Randy Bresnik
7. Francesca Maria Gómez Pantoja
8. Jay Jones

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