Bloomberg Opinion

Jul 12 2024 102 ep. 30 mins 543

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Get wide-ranging commentary on the latest in business, economics and politics on the Bloomberg Opinion podcast.

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Introducing 'Here's Why' - Complex News Stories Explained

Listen to the 'Here's Why' podcast: - on Apple: https://apple.co/3Lg3RGn - on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LiIX9q - or Anywhere: https://bit.ly/3xYsHHy. Each episode of 'Here's Why' uses experts at Bloomberg to explain one news story in just a few minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Airline Mergers and Restaurant Loyalty

Jan 11 2024 35 mins

We explore airline mergers, COVID boosters, and the impact of generational wealth. We also discuss how loyal customers are to their favorite restaurants. Columnists FD Flam, Brooke Sutherland, Allison Schrager, and Bobby Ghosh join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fossil Fuel Use and Drug Development

Jan 05 2024 35 mins

We take a closer look at fossil fuels, cancer drug development, and the pros and cons of buying American. Plus, just how dangerous are hair straighteners for your health? We explore it all with the Bloomberg Opinion team. Columnists Lara Williams, Romesh Ratnesar, Lisa Jarvis, and FD Flam join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI, Critical Thinking, Ultra-Processed Foods

Dec 27 2023 35 mins

Artificial intelligence threatens jobs, but will it enable people to think critically? We explore that topic, along with vaccines, housing, and the negative health effects of ultra-processed foods. Bloomberg Opinion columnists Allison Schrager, Lisa Jarvis, Conor Sen, and Bobby Ghosh join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eco Sentiment and Food Experiments

Dec 19 2023 35 mins

We dig into economic sentiment and consumer spending in the US, reliance on science during the pandemic, and experimenting with food. Columnists Conor Sen, Faye Flam, Jonathan Levin, and Howard Chua-Eoan join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trust in Science, Politics, and Taylor Swift

Dec 14 2023 35 mins

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour confronts the climate crisis - what can she and others do to take action. We discuss that story, science reliability, trust in government, and the fiscal apocalypse. Columnists Lara Williams, Faye Flam, Clive Crook, and Kathryn Edwards join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Credit Card Penalties and EV Subsidies

Dec 07 2023 35 mins

We discuss whether credit card penalties are ethical, and whether they should be legal. We also examine electric vehicle subsidies, Donald Trump's take on healthcare, and the intelligence of rats. We speak with Bloomberg Opinion columnists Erin Lowry, Frank Wilkinson, Chris Bryant, and Faye Flam. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Generic Drugs and Marijuana Legislation

Nov 30 2023 35 mins

We examine the effectiveness of generic drugs and over-the-counter decongestions, and how COVID anxiety is still in the minds of many Americans to this day. Also, would passing marijuana legislation be useful to President Biden's re-election campaign? Bloomberg Opinion's Jonathan Bernstein thinks so. He joins us, along with columnists Rachel Rosenthal, FD Flam, and Lisa Jarvis. Amy

Remote Work and Senate Practices

Nov 22 2023 34 mins

We examine remote work and its impact on women, families, and office spaces, and also discuss the state of the Senate. Columnists Betsey Stevenson, Jonathan Bernstein, Beth Kowitt, and Justin Fox join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2% Inflation and Small Business Outlook

Nov 16 2023 35 mins

We discuss the effect of inflation on small businesses and restaurants, and how soon the US will reach 2%. Also, we dig into generational economic anxiety. Bloomberg Opinion's Jonathan Levin, Jessica Karl, Erin Lowry, and Justin Fox join. Amy Morris hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.