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Key Findings From 'The Facebook Files' Sep 17, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 17. The Wall Street Journal reviewed a trove of Facebook's internal documents showing that in many cases the social-media giant knew about its flaws, but often did little or nothing to fix them, even ignoring internal warnings from employees. Global tech editor Jason Dean joins host Annmarie Fertoli to wrap up our investigative series on Facebook.

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Germany Prepares for an Election Without Chancellor Angela Merkel Sep 17, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 17. WSJ's Bojan Pancevski discusses the current political and economic landscape in Germany as voters prepare for the general election. A former Boeing pilot is expected to face prosecution in the 737 MAX probe. Uranium prices rally. Plus, Christmas may be costlier than ever this year. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Parents Race to Get Children in Covid-19 Vaccine Trials Sep 16, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 16. With back-to-school season in full swing amid the rise of the Covid-19 Delta variant, many parents are worried about sending in their children without the protection of a vaccine. Right now, it's only an option for those 12 and older. That has some parents racing to enroll their children in vaccine testing trials. Pharmaceutical reporter Jared Hopkins joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss.

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Robinhood's College Tour to Recruit New Customers Sep 16, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 16. WSJ's Caitlin McCabe discusses the effort by the popular trading app to court students nationwide. Elon Musk's SpaceX marks new terrain with an all-civilian mission to orbit. WSJ's Anna Hirtenstein on rising transportation costs for everyday products. And, the growing popularity of "buy now, pay later" services for shoppers. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Biden Discusses Vaccine Mandates With Business Leaders Sep 15, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 15. President Biden met with CEOs from Disney, Microsoft, Walgreens and other large companies to discuss the Covid-19 mandates his administration plans to put in place. The plan has been met with mixed reactions from the business community and is facing potential legal challenges from Republican governors. WSJ White House reporter Sabrina Siddiqui joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss. Plus: Top gymnasts deliver powerful testimony before lawmakers on the FBI's handling of sexual-abuse claims against former women's national team doctor Larry Nassar.

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What's Behind Board Member Salaries? Sep 15, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 15. WSJ reporter Emily Glazer on why corporate board members command high compensation and how the pay scale has changed. California Gov. Gavin Newsom survives a recall election, according to the Associated Press. The rising cost of steel and aluminum is leading to some higher consumer costs. And, a battle over who owns the trademark for digital currency dogecoin. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Lowest-Paid Workers Hit Hardest by Price Increases Sep 14, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 14. Inflation eased slightly in August. But price pressures are still weighing on Americans, especially low-wage workers. For some, the raise they got from their employers is being eaten up by higher costs. Economics reporter Sarah Chaney Cambon joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss. Correction: California state voting rules allow officials to count ballots postmarked by Election Day and received up to seven days later. A previous version of this podcast incorrectly stated that ballots postmarked by Election Day and received up to three days after would be counted.

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Elon Musk's SpaceX Seeks Next Space Milestone With Coming Launch Sep 14, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 14. WSJ's Micah Maidenberg discusses the flight that is expected to send four civilians into orbit for several days and then return them to Earth. Where things stand with inflation, and what the future might hold for it. And, Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes ditches her signature black turtleneck. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Democrats Propose Higher Corporate, Capital-Gains Taxes Sep 13, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 13. House Democrats unveiled their plan to increase taxes on corporations and the wealthiest Americans. But will they be able to get all party members on board? U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss.

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College Town's Economy Looks for a Boost Amid Delta Variant Sep 13, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 13. WSJ's Amara Omeokwe examines the economic challenges facing Amherst, Mass., as students return to campus. After a year of gains, some Wall Street analysts are sounding a cautious note about the stock market this fall. And, more men are opting for face-lifts. Marc Stewart hosts.

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9/11 Survivors Still Struggle With Lingering Health Effects Sep 10, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 10. Twenty years after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, many people who lived, worked and even went to school near Ground Zero have developed a range of illnesses linked to 9/11. Reporter Julie Wernau joins host Annmarie Fertoli with some of their stories.

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Will Bachelor's Degrees Bring Workers to Amazon? Sep 10, 2021

A.M Edition for Sept. 10. WSJ's Chip Cutter discusses efforts by Amazon and other companies to lure workers amid a tight workforce. Oil prices drop after China says it will release its reserves. And, both football and packed stadiums are back. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Justice Department Sues Texas Over Abortion Law Sep 09, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 9. The Justice Department is mounting a legal challenge against Texas's restrictive new abortion law. But the lawsuit could face some hurdles. Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss. Plus, the Biden administration plans to require most employers to mandate Covid-19 vaccines or weekly testing for workers.

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9/11, 20 Years On. Reflections From the Head of Cantor Fitzgerald Sep 09, 2021

A.M Edition for Sept. 9. Cantor Fitzgerald Chairman and CEO Howard Lutnick looks back at the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and how he and his firm have persevered. A new Fed report details the slowdown in the U.S. economy. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns of a need to tackle the debt ceiling. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Oil Production Still Recovering After Hurricane Ida Sep 08, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 8. More than a week after Ida, nearly 80% of offshore oil and gas production in the Gulf of Mexico is still offline. U.S. energy editor Miguel Bustillo joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss the challenges of bringing production back up to capacity.

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School Closures Add to Return-to-Classroom Uncertainty Sep 08, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 8. WSJ's Chastity Pratt discusses recent school closures due to Covid-19 and what they mean for other districts. The U.S. economy sees a September slowdown instead of a boost. Mexico's Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion. And, how best to return to a morning routine. Marc Stewart hosts.

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Banks Brace for Busy Year, Amid Flurry of Deals Sep 07, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 7. Companies have been on a deal-making spree this year: Mergers and acquisitions announced in the first eight months of 2021 totaled more than $1.8 trillion in the U.S., according to Dealogic. All that activity has big banks gearing up for a busy end of the year. Banking reporter David Benoit joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss.

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What's Behind Online Résumé Rejection? Sep 07, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 7. WSJ reporter Kathryn Dill explains how automated-hiring systems are excluding many people from job interviews at a time when companies need new workers. El Salvador becomes first country to adopt bitcoin as a national currency. And, why traders are shouting once again in London. Marc Stewart hosts.

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How the Delta Variant Is Impacting U.S. Jobs Sep 03, 2021

P.M. Edition for Sept. 3. Economists expected job growth in the U.S. to remain strong in August. But employers added just 235,000 jobs, even as the unemployment rate fell to a pandemic low of 5.2%. Labor economics and policy reporter Eric Morath joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss how concerns over the Delta variant of Covid-19 are playing out in the job market.

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Car Buyers to Find Sparse Lots This Labor Day Weekend Sep 03, 2021

A.M. Edition for Sept. 3. Amid chip shortages, WSJ's Nora Naughton discusses the challenges facing buyers and dealerships during one of the industry's historically biggest sales events. Walmart says it will raise its minimum wage for some workers. And, why millennials are taking a break from work. Marc Stewart hosts.

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