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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. Get show merch here: wsjshop.com/collections/clothing

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Flock Safety, the company behind the AI-enabled street cameras, has grown into a multibillion-dollar surveillance giant over the last few years. Supporters say the cameras have helped police reduce crime and solve cases. But critics say they violate ... more

StubHub, a ticket resale platform, is facing a flood of complaints from World Cup fans who bought tickets months in advance, only to be stranded hours before the games. WSJ’s Hanna Krueger unpacks her months-long investigation into the company’s cust... more

Costco pays its hourly wage workers more than most retailers. The company says that this keeps turnover low and ultimately, is good for its business. WSJ’s Sarah Nassauer explains how this approach helps the company’s bottom line, and speaks to one C... more

Millions of Americans take the herbal supplement kratom for everything from energy to pain relief to quitting opioids. But it has also been linked to growing addiction rates and fatal overdoses. WSJ’s Sumathi Reddy explains the regulatory battles pla... more

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Recent Guests

Reggie Gene Brice
World Cup ticket buyer featured in the story
Individual ticket purchaser
Episode: Why Are Some StubHub Customers So Mad?
Tony Barzar
Cashier at Costco for 40 years
Costco
Episode: He's Been a Costco Cashier for 40 Years. Now He's a Millionaire.
Sarah Nassauer
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Episode: He's Been a Costco Cashier for 40 Years. Now He's a Millionaire.
Chris Diotis
CEO of Happy Hippo, kratom distributor
Happy Hippo Kratom
Episode: This Opioid Alternative Is Fueling an Addiction Crisis
Sean Harding
Former accountant and Whatnot user whose gambling-like bidding behavior became a publicized story
Independent individual (Whatnot user)
Episode: The Live Auction App Where People Can Bid ‘Til They’re Broke
Garry Tan
CEO of Y Combinator (YC)
Y Combinator
Episode: Y Combinator CEO on How AI is Changing What Startups Build
Meredith O'Rourke
Chief fundraiser for Trump, Florida donor network
Trump fundraising operation
Episode: Inside Trump's Fundraising Machine
Valerie Bauerlein
Journalist leading newsroom investigation for The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: How Did Nancy Guthrie Vanish Without a Trace?
Laura Mayer
Author of Tryhard memoir; former executive at ABC News and Panoply Media
The Journal / former journalist
Episode: Confessions of a Recovering Work Addict

Hosts

Jessica Mendoza
Host of The Journal, The Wall Street Journal / Spotify collaboration; senior journalist with a focus on business and policy.
Ryan Knutson
Host of The Journal; senior journalist covering finance, business, and markets.

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4.1 out of 5 stars from 21k ratings
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    Unfortunately, the hosts and reporters always seem to paint a negative picture of the economy, and America. If you listen to this podcast you could come away thinking America’s a pretty awful place. Wish it was objective, not political

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    A podcast supposedly about FIFA corruption turns into a bash America podcast. You guys are just so obnoxious.

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    I love this podcast! I am only 12 and never miss an episode because it is so good. I finally know what’s going on in the world.

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Inside Trump's Fundraising Machine
Q: So after all your reporting, what do you guys make of Trump's success at fundraising?
The reporting suggests corporate America is acting in an uncharacteristic way for this administration, attracted by access and influence, with a pattern of large checks in exchange for meetings, access, and potential policy outcomes, though questions remain about long-term risks and oversight.
How Did Nancy Guthrie Vanish Without a Trace?
Q: What role did the ransom note and its digital footprint play in advancing the case?
The ransom note moved the case into FBI jurisdiction, but investigators faced challenges tracing the crypto payment and identifying the perpetrators, while authorities weighed proof of life against the demand.
How Did Nancy Guthrie Vanish Without a Trace?
Q: If you could boil it down, what is the root of why Nancy Guthrie hasn't been found?
The host explains it was a perfect storm of factors—bad luck, bad calls, and bad blood—along with chaotic media attention and interagency friction that hampered the investigation.
Can't Get an IMAX Ticket? That's Kind of the Point.
Q: What factors do you look for when selecting films for IMAX?
We evaluate scale, how the movie would look in IMAX, the director, the studio, the promotion plan, and how much time the film needs—timing and exclusivity play major roles in deciding whether a film fits our theaters.
Can't Get an IMAX Ticket? That's Kind of the Point.
Q: Do you remember how much you bought IMAX for?
We bought IMAX and another company called RideFilm for around $100 million, aiming to add pizzazz to the brand and bring more life to the experience.

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A fast-moving business-news podcast that pairs sharp analysis with in-depth reporting on money, markets, tech, and power. Through episodes on big corporate strategy, policy shifts, and regulatory battles, it frequently features interviews with CEOs, policymakers, and Wall Street reporters, plus on-the-ground reporting from major global industries. Listeners likely value concise context about how decisions in finance, technology, and regulation ripple through economies and everyday life. The show often blends investigative storytelling with expert commentary, making it a strong pick for listeners who want clear takeaways on complex business topics and the forces shaping them.

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2. Tony Barzar
3. Sarah Nassauer
4. Chris Diotis
5. Sean Harding
6. Garry Tan
7. Meredith O'Rourke
8. Valerie Bauerlein

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