Quicktake by Bloomberg

Latest Episodes:

The Beto Effect Mar 14, 2019

Show notes

It's official. Beto O'Rourke is running for president. He made the announcement Thursday on his website and then immediately headed to Iowa. He enters an already crowded field with of over a dozen candidates. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's Washington bureau chief Craig Gordon on how even with momentum behind him, is O'Rourke the candidate Democrats have been waiting for?

FOLLOW UP

Bloomberg's latest report: Beto O’Rourke Jumps Into Crowded Democratic Race for President

You can follow Craig at: @dcraiggordon

----

TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow up with us and watch our reporting @tictoc. If you like it, be sure to rate us on iTunes, and tell your friends!

Understanding "Operation Varsity Blues" Mar 13, 2019

Show notes

It's been called the largest college admissions scam ever prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice. For years, dozens of rich parents used their wealth to cheat the system with lies and with bribes that totaled $25 million, all with the hopes of getting their kids into some of the most prestigious schools in the country. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's Erik Larson on how this house of cards was built and how it all came tumbling down.

FOLLOW UP

Erik's latest report: `Home Run of Home Runs': How to Bribe Your Kid Into College

You can follow Erik at: @eelarson

----

Boeing's Crisis Deepens Mar 12, 2019

Show notes

The crash of the Ethiopian Airlines flight that killed all 157 people onboard Sunday continues to draw global attention. The reason why? The plane was a Boeing 737 Max 8. The same model as the Lion Air flight that crashed less than five months ago killing 189 people. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's Justin Bachman about the debate on whether there is a connection or if the two catastrophes are just a tragic coincidence.

FOLLOW UP

Justin's latest report: Air Canada Cancels Two London Flights as Boeing 737 Ban Spreads

You can follow Justin at: @justinbachman ‏

----

SXSW: Keeping Austin Weird Mar 11, 2019

Show notes

It started as a small music festival over 30 years ago. Today, the South By South West festival is the center of the universe when it comes to culture, politics and technology. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's Senior Executive Editor of Global Tech Brad Stone about how it's also helped make the town of Austin, Texas an expanding hub for big tech year around. But as Austin becomes more and more reliant on big tech, can it continue to live by its motto of keeping Austin weird?

FOLLOW UP

Bloomberg's latest report: Ocasio-Cortez, O’Rourke Steal Some Thunder From 2020 Democrats

You can follow Brad at: @BradStone

----

A Conversation on #IWD2019 Mar 08, 2019

Show notes

International Women's Day is meant to honor the achievements of women around the world and to bridge the gender gap that continues to exist in our society. The day also means different things to different people. And with a news cycle filled almost daily with stories that seem to show progress is slow, women around the world continue to push forward and fight for change. David Meyers is joined by Bloomberg's Laura Zelenko, Jordyn Holman and Maddie Irelan for a conversation on the importance of International Women's Day.

FOLLOW UP

You can follow Laura at: @lszelenko

You can follow Jordyn at: @JordynJournals

You can follow Maddie at: @maddieirelan

----

Captain Marvel vs. Online Trolls Mar 07, 2019

Show notes

The long-awaited "Captain Marvel" movie starring Oscar-winning actress Brie Larson hits theaters this weekend. On screen, Larson battles shape-shifting aliens. In real life, though, it's online trolls she's fighting right now. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's entertainment reporter Anousha Sakoui on why Larson and Disney were ready for these attacks.

FOLLOW UP

Anousha's latest report: Trolls Targeted ‘Captain Marvel,’ But Disney Was Ready for Them

You can follow Anousha at: @anoushasakoui

----

Dems Divided on Israel Comments Mar 06, 2019

Show notes

From the moment House Democrats took control of power, they have had one, unifying objective: to push back against what they saw as the wrongdoings of the Trump administration. But a fight inside the party has now developed over the U.S.'s policy toward Israel and accusations of anti-Semitism. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's congressional corespondent Anna Edgerton on how it's a fight pitting the old guard of the party against the new guard and threatening a generational rift.

FOLLOW UP

Anna's latest report: Anti-Semitism Rebuke Leads to Growing Discord Among Democrats

You can follow Anna at: @annaedge4

----

HIV Miracle Cure? Mar 05, 2019

Show notes

At the end of 2017, an estimated 36.9 million people were living with HIV. This week, a shocking medical discovery was announced that's grabbing the world's attention and sparking hope in the battle against the deadly disease. A London cancer patient treated with stem-cell transplants is now resistant to HIV. David Meyers speaks to the editor of Bloomberg's U.S. healthcare team Drew Amrstrong about on whether this is a miracle cure or just a piece in a very large puzzle.

FOLLOW UP

You can follow Drew at: @ArmstrongDrew

----

Inching Toward Impeachment? Mar 04, 2019

Show notes

Robert Mueller's investigation might be entering its final phase but House Democrats are just getting started. On Monday, the House committee that would lead any impeachment investigation put the White House and even some in President Trump's family on notice. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's congressional reporter Billy House about whether this is the beginning of the impeachment process or something different altogether.

FOLLOW UP

Billy's latest report: Democrats' Trump Probe Escalates With Scores of Document Demands

You can follow Billy at: @HouseInSession

----

Musk Can't Help Himself Mar 01, 2019

Show notes

It has been a roller coaster week for Elon Musk. It began with the latest salvo in his battle with the SEC. Then, the good news-bad news announcement concerning one of his loftiest goals for Tesla. And it will be capped off with one giant leap for Musk's SpaceX program. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's editor of U.S. auto coverage Craig Trudell on if Musk's achievements can overshadow his blunders.

FOLLOW UP

Craig's latest report: Elon Musk Cuts Tesla Jobs for the Third Time Since Saying Never Again

You can follow Craig at: @crtrud

----

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected