Episodes

  • Is it time for capitalism to change?

    Is it time for capitalism to change?
    Jun 13 2024
    Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz believes it's time for Americans to stand up and demand a new form of capitalism. Plus, Rick Alexander of The Shareholder Commons wants to expand the definition of “shareholder value.”
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    27 mins
  • A new era for crypto is approaching

    A new era for crypto is approaching
    Jun 6 2024
    With regulation making its way through congress and a second ETF based on cryptocurrency moving toward approval, attitudes toward crypto are changing.
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    25 mins
  • It’s summer travel season – here’s what you need to know

    It’s summer travel season – here’s what you need to know
    May 30 2024
    As summer travel season kicks off, MarketWatch personal finance reporter Venessa Wong has tips for how to handle airfare and other costs. And as you decide whether to rent an Airbnb or go to a hotel, we debate that decision in a Financial Face-Off.
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    27 mins
  • Why the inflation numbers and Dow 40,000 aren’t worth celebrating

    Why the inflation numbers and Dow 40,000 aren’t worth celebrating
    May 23 2024
    After inflation figures hit, stock indexes roared to fresh records. But were the numbers really that good?
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    28 mins
  • Tori Dunlap’s financial feminism and 401(k) changes

    Tori Dunlap’s financial feminism and 401(k) changes
    May 16 2024
    MarketWatch’s annual Best New Ideas in Money series has launched, highlighting a variety of forward-looking thoughts about finance. Today, we look at two of them: Financial feminism and changes to the 401(k)
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    32 mins
  • The economy has hit a wall – what comes next?

    The economy has hit a wall – what comes next?
    May 9 2024
    Recent economic reports show the U.S. economy is finally cooling off after a hot stretch. Economics editor Greg Robb is watching for key numbers still to come. Also, wages continue to rise, but data found by reporter Zoe Han shows that may not last.
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    28 mins
  • The problems with the middle class and ketamine therapy

    The problems with the middle class and ketamine therapy
    May 2 2024
    MarketWatch reporter Venessa Wong explains how inflation jeopardizes the middle class. Plus, colleague Eleanor Laise breaks down the worrisome aspects of taking ketamine for depression without guidance.
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    29 mins
  • The Moneyist’s advice for financial fitness

    The Moneyist’s advice for financial fitness
    Apr 25 2024
    Quentin Fotrell, MarketWatch’s “Moneyist” columnist, tells listeners how to protect themselves from scams and financial concerns. Also: Financial Face-off asks if spouses should have separate bank accounts.
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    26 mins