An Israeli-backed system meant to deliver aid and food into Gaza launched last week to scenes of chaos and violence. WSJ's Anat Peled breaks down the new system, and explains why getting aid to the region is difficult and dangerous. Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
- A Fragile Cease-Fire Deal in Gaza
- The UN Agency Accused of Links to Hamas
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23:21
The Everyday American Who Hustled for North Korea
Christina Chapman presented herself as just another influencer on TikTok. In reality, she operated a “laptop farm” that allowed North Koreans to take jobs as U.S. tech workers and scam more than 300 U.S. companies out of millions of dollars. WSJ’s Robert McMillan breaks down the scam and Chapman’s crucial role in it. Annie Minoff hosts.
Further Listening:
- North Korea's Propaganda Mastermind
- Your New Hire May Be a North Korean Spy
- Hack Me If You Can
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18:43
Stop Making Cents: The End of the Penny
Minting one penny costs the United States nearly four cents. After 233 years, the Treasury Department has decided to phase out the coin. This will mean that businesses will have to round cash transactions up or down, and some fear it could lead to inflation. We reminisce about the cultural significance of the one-cent coin with WSJ’s Oyin Adedoyin and discuss the pro-penny stance with an advocate. WSJ’s Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
- The Fight Over Your Credit Card Swipe
- The Coronavirus Cash Crisis
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19:53
Ron Howard and Brian Grazer on Longevity in Hollywood
Ron Howard and Brian Grazer are the Oscar winning director and producer behind some of Hollywood's most memorable movies like A Beautiful Mind, Apollo 13 and The Da Vinci Code. The duo, who co-founded Imagine Entertainment in 1985, sat down with WSJ's Ben Fritz at the Future of Everything Festival to talk about longevity in Hollywood, AI in movie production and the future of movies.
Further Listening:
- Why Hollywood Is Betting Big on ‘Wicked’
- With Great Power, Part 1: Origin Story
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29:13
Trump's Plan B After Trade Court Setback
This week, an obscure trade court dropped a bombshell ruling: President Trump did not have the authority to issue sweeping tariffs under a 1977 law. The government has appealed the court’s decision. WSJ’s James Fanelli and Gavin Bade dig into the ruling and what it could mean for the future of Trump’s trade agenda. Annie Minoff hosts.
Further Listening:
The Tariff Trade Off: Jobs vs. Higher Prices
A Tariff Loophole Just Closed. What That Means for Online Shopping
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