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WSJ What’s News The Wall Street Journal
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What's News brings you the headlines and business news that move markets and the world—twice every weekday. In 10-12 minutes, get caught up on the best Wall Street Journal scoops and exclusives, with insight and analysis from the award-winning reporters that broke the stories. Hosted by Annmarie Fertoli and Luke Vargas.
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Investor Worries Hit Deutsche Bank
P.M. Edition for March 24. Shares of Deutsche Bank fell today, with investors still on edge about the banking crisis. Markets reporter Patricia Kowsman explains. Plus, North Africa correspondent Chao Deng says growing energy demand in Europe has some big oil companies eyeing North Africa. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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Is Real Estate the Next Crisis?
A.M. Edition for March 24. Growing weakness in the real estate sector is raising concerns about further turmoil for U.S. banks. WSJ reporters Konrad Putzier and Veronica Dagher explain how factors such as higher interest rates are affecting mortgage borrowers and could in turn put added pressure on banks. And a new WSJ-NORC poll finds an overwhelming share of Americans aren’t confident their children’s lives will be better than their own. Luke Vargas hosts.
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TikTok CEO Grilled by U.S. Lawmakers
P.M. Edition for March 23. In a fiery House hearing on Capitol Hill, lawmakers questioned TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew about potential Chinese government influence over the company, as safety and security concerns over the platform deepen. Tech policy reporter John D. McKinnon reports. Plus, senior writer Phred Dvorak explains why defining “Made in America” is key for some clean energy projects. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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TikTok's CEO Heads to Washington
A.M. Edition for March 23. TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is set to testify before a powerful U.S. House committee today, facing skeptical lawmakers as many Republicans in Congress call for an outright ban of the popular app. WSJ tech policy reporter John McKinnon explains Mr. Chew’s likely defense of the company and whether it has any allies on Capitol Hill. Plus, markets whipsaw after Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she doesn’t support a blanket guarantee of U.S. bank deposits. Luke Vargas hosts.
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Fed Raises Rates Amid Banking Sector Turmoil
P.M. Edition for March 22. U.S. stocks tumbled after the Federal Reserve raised rates by a quarter-percentage point. WSJ economics reporter Harriet Torry has more on the tough decision before the Central Bank, amid turmoil in the banking sector. Plus, a hush-money investigation involving former President Donald Trump is nearing its end. Reporter Corinne Ramey explains what could be next. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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The Fed’s Interest-Rate Dilemma
A.M. Edition for March 22. The Federal Reserve faces a balancing act ahead of its next interest-rate decision today, as signs of lingering inflation collide with the prospect that recent bank instability could weaken the economy and call for lower rates. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip breaks down where that leaves policy makers. Plus, U.K. inflation unexpectedly surges amid the highest food prices in decades. Luke Vargas hosts.
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Customer Reviews
Format suggestion - follow up
While I’m not naive enough to think you read my comment below ;), that said, I have noticed less fluffy thank you(s) and platitudes between guest and host. Definitely you still have work to improve. Again, I point you to how your sister podcast Potomac Watch with guests, who are far more notable and worthy of platitudes, more professionally handles the exchange. Thanks for listening (I hope).
MY EARLIER COMMENT:
“Really have been enjoying this and you other newer wsj podcasts. If I could make a suggestion, I would suggest that the guest welcoming be more like my fav podcast, WSJ Potomac Watch, which a few months ago ceased the causal platitudes exchanged with guests in favor of the host/leader acknowledging guest and their expertise in the discussion, but the e first time the guest speaks is with meaningful commentary. Bottom line the banter with phrases like “thanks for having me” comes off with a tone that sounds a little fake. Thank you!”
Almost perfect
I would give this podcast a 5 because it brings good updated content in a concise informative manner. It’s clear the speakers prepare for each show. One small technical issue: I can’t hear you-I use a microphone and it doesn’t improve much. I don’t have this trouble with other WSJ podcasts, so I’m not sure why this one is so difficult to hear.
Recent editing issues - slowed speech
Recently the editing has become nearly unlistenable - the recordings of the reporters are slowed down to such an uncomfortable speed that it is difficult to focus on content. Same is true for tech news briefing. If something has changed about editorial methods or staff, might be time for a rethink.
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