Podcast appearances and mentions of Greg Ip

A number of agencies, like the Federal Reserve, operate independently from the party ruling Washington. The Wall Street Journal’s Greg Ip explains how a Supreme Court case could challenge that precedent. NPR’s Jasmine Garsd explains why some immigrant and mixed-status families are considering self-deportation. Bloomberg’s Josh Sisco joins to discuss a major antitrust case against Google. Plus, the Supreme Court weighs in on certain books in schools, the dollar falls to a three-year low, and how renewable energy is winning on Earth Day. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

P.M. Edition for April 17. In a post on social media and in comments from the Oval Office, President Trump expressed his displeasure with Fed Chair Jerome Powell. But can Trump actually fire him? WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses an upcoming Supreme Court decision that might tilt the scales. Plus, a federal judge has ruled that Alphabet's Google created an illegal monopoly that allowed it to control parts of the online advertising industry. And private equity, one of Wall Street's most consistent fee generators, is in danger. Reporter Miriam Gottfried tells us what's going on, and what it would take to get private equity back on track. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Mar. 27. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced 10,000 job cuts across the department. We speak with WSJ health reporter Liz Essley Whyte about the cuts' impact. Plus, energy security in the U.S. was once all about oil—now, it's about electricity. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses what that means for economic growth. And U.S. stocks end the day lower as investors react to President Trump's automotive tariffs. Alex Ossola hosts. The Ford Executive Who Kept Score of Colleagues' Verbal Flubs Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Mar. 19. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, as expected, continuing its wait-and-see posture. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip joins to discuss the central bank's outlook for the quarter. Plus, the Journal's chief China correspondent Lingling Wei explains why Chinese leader Xi Jinping is angry with Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison's deal to sell ports on either side of the Panama Canal to U.S. investors. And Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to a partial cease-fire with Russia on a phone call with President Trump. Alex Ossola hosts. Building Influence: China's Global Infrastructure Bet Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White House pauses all military aid to Ukraine as the administration begins turning down the heat on Russia. Plus, the markets plunge as Trump's tariffs on America's allies are set to take effect. And, a look at how Iowans are reacting to high prices under the Trump administration. Jeff Mason, Susan Glasser, Leigh Ann Caldwell, David Drucker, David Gura, Greg Ip, Chris Dols, and Art Cullen join The 11th Hour this Monday.

On today’s show: Republicans narrowly passed a budget framework in the House, USA Today reports. The Washington Post’s Jacob Bogage explains what happens next. Greg Ip with the Wall Street Journal unpacks what Trump’s attempting to do about inflation, and how voters are perceiving the issue in the early days of his presidency. Families with trans children are asking where they go from here, following the Trump administration’s actions targeting trans people. The New Yorker’s Emily Witt has the story. Plus, mass resignations at Musk’s DOGE, a judge sets a deadline for the Trump administration to make certain foreign-aid payments, and the White House takes over the presidential press pool. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

P.M. Edition for Feb. 13. Senators voted to confirm vaccine critic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary. WSJ reporter Liz Essley Whyte tells us how Kennedy overcame senators' skepticism to win their votes. Plus, voters' frustration with inflation helped Donald Trump win the White House; WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip joins us to talk about why getting rid of inflation might now be a challenge for the president. And President Trump signs a memo ordering federal agencies to study reciprocal tariffs. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump pledged new 25 percent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to the U.S. Two key American allies, Canada and Mexico, would be significantly impacted, but so would American businesses and consumers. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Greg Ip of The Wall Street Journal. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

As the market continues to digest the back and forth on tariffs, where's the best place to put money to work? Janus Henderson makes the case for small and mid cap stocks. Plus, a new investigation by China and increasing competition on AI – we'll get you set up for Alphabet's earnings. And, Greg Ip discuss the darkening clouds around Europe. 

Today Hoppy is joined by Craig Blair, Jeff Monosso, Tony Caridi, Larry Pack, Greg Ip, Jonathan Savage, and Darian DeVries.

P.M. Edition for Dec. 30. As Joe Biden's presidency draws to a close, WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses what of his economic policy could last into—or be undone by—President-elect Donald Trump. And Trump has endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson for another term. Wall Street Journal reporter Lindsay Wise talks about what that means for Johnson's prospects. Plus, investors have poured more than $1 trillion into U.S. exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, in 2024. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Trump's campaign promises included imposing broad tariffs to bolster U.S. manufacturing jobs, pursuing mass deportations to free jobs for U.S. citizens and ease the housing crunch, and assuming a greater role in setting monetary policy. How likely is it that these policies will be enacted and, if so, what would be their possible consequences? Binyamin Appelbaum of The New York Times, Scott Horsley of NPR, Greg Ip of The Wall Street Journal, and Heather Long of The Washington Post join EconoFact Chats to discuss the feasibility and probable outcomes of the President-elect's stated economic plans.

P.M. Edition for Nov. 26. Israel approves a cease-fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip makes sense of President-elect Donald Trump's threat to hit trade allies Canada and Mexico with steep tariffs. Pharma reporter Peter Loftus explains why a highly anticipated obesity-drug candidate disappointed investors. And retail reporter Sarah Nassauer discusses Walmart's reversal on its DEI initiatives. Tracie Hunte hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 21. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains how President-elect Trump's economic team will work on his policy priorities. And Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman discusses the fallout from former Congressman Matt Gaetz's withdrawal of his U.S. attorney general nomination. Plus, WSJ Middle Eastern correspondent Omar Abdel-Baqui discusses the implications of the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump's tariffs could remake world trade. The Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip explains the president-elect's plan and how the world is preparing. This episode was produced by Amanda Lewellyn and Haleema Shah, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Rob Byers, and hosted by Noel King. Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcast Support Today, Explained by becoming a Vox Member today: http://www.vox.com/members President-elect Donald Trump and China's president Xi Jinping outside the Great Hall of the People in Beijing in 2017. Photo by Qilai Shen/Bloomberg via Getty Images. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 7. WSJ Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman discusses what happens to President-elect Donald Trump's legal battles. Wall Street Journal chief economics commentator Greg Ip on the Fed's interest-rate cut. Plus, an ongoing China-linked hack leads one U.S. agency to warn employees to reduce the use of their phones for work matters. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 22. WSJ economics commentator Greg Ip says a second Donald Trump presidency stands to radically rewire the global trading system. Plus, Republicans eat into Democrats' early voting advantage. And companies sell sunscreen in whipped-cream cans and tampons in ice-cream tubs as “chaos packaging” becomes a marketing tool. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The economy often figures as a major topic of debate in the lead-up to elections. This election cycle is no exception. While both Presidential candidates have frequently discussed recent economic developments including inflation, trade, tariffs, infrastructure spending, and industrial policy, what economic policies are they likely to try implement if elected? And what impact could those policies have? Binyamin Applebaum of the New York Times, Scott Horsley of NPR, Greg Ip of the Wall Street Journal, and Heather Long of the Washington Post join EconoFact Chats to discuss.

The economy often figures as a major topic of debate in the lead-up to elections. This election cycle is no exception. While both Presidential candidates have frequently discussed recent economic developments including inflation, trade, tariffs, infrastructure spending, and industrial policy, what economic policies are they likely to try implement if elected? And what impact could those policies have? Binyamin Applebaum of the New York Times, Scott Horsley of NPR, Greg Ip of the Wall Street Journal, and Heather Long of the Washington Post join EconoFact Chats to discuss.

A.M. Edition for Sep. 10. As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump gear up for their first–and only–scheduled debate tonight, the WSJ's Greg Ip discusses a policy idea that has garnered traction across the aisle–and how it might work in practice. Plus, the EU's top court upholds rulings ordering Apple and Google to pay billions as the bloc tries to rein in alleged abuses by Big Tech. And, Israel launches a deadly strike in a humanitarian zone in Gaza, saying it's targeting a Hamas cell. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inflation may be coming down, but when will prices –from items in our grocery carts to insurance premiums– stop climbing so fast? And when will wages catch up to make the cost increases of recent years stop hurting so much? WSJ economics reporter Harriet Torry and WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip answer your questions about how economic data and Americans' everyday experience don't seem to match—and what can be done about it. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Why Inflation Might Not Win the Election for Trump  Why the Fed Should Cut Rates Now—Not Wait Until September  This Doesn't Look Like Recession. Here's How One Could Happen.  Economic Growth Quickens, Rising at 2.8% Rate in Second Quarter  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clare Malone of the New Yorker discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s unusual campaign. It doesn’t look like America is in a recession. Greg Ip of the Wall Street Journal examines why, and explains how one could happen. CNN reports on how the alleged Taylor Swift terror plot fits a worrying pattern of ISIS radicalizing teens online. U.S. Olympic figure skaters received gold medals in Paris after a 912-day delay. The Athletic has the story. Romania appealed the gymnastics results that led to American Jordan Chiles winning bronze ahead of Romanian competitors. The Today Show has more. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

P.M. Edition for Aug. 5. The Dow sank more than 1,000 points after fears of a slowing U.S. economy sparked a global stock sell-off. The question on investors' minds: Did the Federal Reserve wait too long to cut interest rates? Chief economics commentator Greg Ip has more. Plus, Alphabet's Google loses its federal antitrust case. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What we can monitor and do now in preparation for a 2030s depression, which may or may not arrive.Topics covered include:Why ITR Economics has been predicting a 2030s depression for over a decade.What are the early warning signs we can monitor for increasing risk of economic and financial turmoilWhat are U.S. and global population predictions by the Congressional Budget Office and the United NationsWhat is the status of Social Security and what would it take to make it more sustainableWhat are the impacts of a slowing or shrinking populationHow should we invest, and what other financial actions should we take in the face of long-term depression forecastsSponsorsDelete Me – Use code David20 to get 20% offMonarch Money – Get an extended 30-day free trialOur Premium ProductsAsset CampMoney for the Rest of Us PlusShow NotesTop 5 Causes of the 2030s Great Depression—ITR EconomicsThe Demographic Outlook: 2024 to 2054—Congressional Budget OfficeTestimony on Social Security's Finances—Congressional Budget OfficeWorld Population Prospects 2024—The United NationsWorld Population Prospects 2024: Graphs/Profiles—The United NationsAmerica is uniquely ill-suited to handle a falling population—The EconomistSuddenly There Aren't Enough Babies. The Whole World Is Alarmed. by Greg Ip and Janet Adamy—The Wall Street JournalRelated Episodes479: National Debt Master Class Finale – What To Do468: Lessons from Japan's 34 Years of Stock Market Underperformance395: How Population Trends Will Impact Growth, Inflation, Investing and Well BeingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of The Rate Guy, we discuss the upcoming FOMC meeting and its potential impact on interest rates. We'll cover market updates, dive into recent Fed speeches and we'll continue our Cap conversation exploring cap pricing scenarios and the effects of market volatility. The good article referenced was by WSJ journalist Greg Ip link here and indicated the Fed should begin cutting now. This was a graph heavy newsletter! To view them in the newsletter, click here.

P.M. Edition for July 12. Republicans are united behind former President Donald Trump. But WSJ's chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses fissures within the party over economic policy ahead of the RNC in Milwaukee. And Heard on the Street columnist Telis Demos explains why big banks are still feeling the pressure of high rates. Plus, AT&T says a hacker stole the data of nearly all its wireless customers. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your home may be the biggest purchase you ever make. But high prices and mortgage rates mean that it's becoming increasingly difficult to get wealthy from buying a home. Are we at the top of the market, and should that stop you from buying a home? WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 21. The former president's campaign committee takes in twice as much as President Biden's in May, though both men garner significant financial support from billionaires. And, the possibility of Marine Le Pen's far-right, euroskeptic party leading France's government triggers flashbacks of euro crises past, but WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip says things are different now. And, why the missing line on your résumé is… your golf score. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. unemployment remains low while inflation has fallen, even though it remains above its 2 percent target. But there remain public concerns about the economy. Binyamin Appelbaum of The New York Times, Scott Horsley of NPR, Greg Ip of The Wall Street Journal, and Heather Long of The Washington Post join EconoFact Chats to discuss some of the sources of current economic discontentment among voters, as well as issues related to the longer-run performance of the economy, such as inequality, housing, and manufacturing competitiveness.

U.S. unemployment remains low while inflation has fallen, even though it remains above its 2 percent target. But there remain public concerns about the economy. Binyamin Appelbaum of The New York Times, Scott Horsley of NPR, Greg Ip of The Wall Street Journal, and Heather Long of The Washington Post join EconoFact Chats to discuss some of the sources of current economic discontentment among voters, as well as issues related to the longer-run performance of the economy, such as inequality, housing, and manufacturing competitiveness.

P.M. Edition for April 11. The U.S. is building up its domestic semiconductor industry. But it will need a lot of workers to do it. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip has more. And markets and economics reporter Sam Goldfarb explains why inflation is a stubborn political problem for President Biden. Plus, O.J. Simpson, whose murder trial spurred a national debate over race and criminal justice, has died at the age of 76. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 21. Apple faces fresh legal challenges as Meta, Microsoft, X, Spotify and Match protest its new App Store policies. Plus, Donald Trump is in line for a $3.5 billion windfall from his stake in Truth Social. And our chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains how President Biden and Donald Trump have used the powers of the presidency to influence private businesses. Peter Granitz hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 20. Private equity, hedge funds and other investors are seeing potential in an unusual opportunity in Arizona—having an equity stake in law firms. National legal affairs reporter Erin Mulvaney has the story. And legal turmoil over a Texas immigration law leaves state and border residents mired in confusion. Reporter Elizabeth Findell has more. Plus, the Federal Reserve held interest-rates steady, but still sees three rate cuts on the horizon this year. The news sent all three major stock indexes to record highs. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 14. We often link big profits and high prices together. Our chief economics commentator Greg Ip dives into the details of their connection. And former U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is assembling a group to buy TikTok. Plus, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls for an end to Benjamin Netanyahu's government in Israel, saying the prime minister “has lost his way.” Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surveys indicate that while job satisfaction remains high, work is taking on a less prominent role in people's lives. Wall Street Journal chief economics commentator Greg Ip joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeffrey Lacker is a former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, where he served as its head from 2004 to 2017. Jeffrey is now a senior affiliated scholar at the Mercatus Center and is also a returning guest to the podcast. He rejoins David on Macro Musings to talk about a wide range of Fed governance issues, including the evolving nature of governance at the Fed, the increasing politicization of the central bank, its continuing relationship with Congress, and a lot more.   Transcript for this week's episode.   Jeffrey's Mercatus profile Jeffrey's website Jeffrey's Richmond Fed archive   David Beckworth's Twitter: @DavidBeckworth Follow us on Twitter: @Macro_Musings   Related Links:   *Governance and Diversity at the Federal Reserve* by Jeffrey Lacker   *Some Questions About the Fed's Monetary Policy Operating Regime* by Jeffrey Lacker   *The Legacy of Bennett McCallum and Lessons for Monetary Policy Today* an event hosted by the Mercatus Center   *Ed Nelson on the Life, Work, and Legacy of Bennett McCallum* by Macro Musings   *What Can the Fed Do About the Deficit? Nothing* by Greg Ip

A.M. Edition for Feb. 8. The U.S. trade deficit with China fell last year to its lowest in over a decade. But as chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains, the U.S. hasn't quite kicked the Chinese import habit as Chinese and Western manufacturers find ways around tariffs. Plus, Elon Musk ratchets up his fight against Disney. And the Supreme Court prepares to take up the question of Donald Trump's ballot eligibility in a historic hearing this morning. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 31. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, and signaled that cuts are possible, but not imminent. Chief economics correspondent Greg Ip explains. And trillion dollar asset-manager BlackRock wades into infrastructure. Markets reporter Jack Pitcher has more. Plus, U.S. lawmakers take social media CEOs to task—again—over online harms to children. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 14. The Federal Reserve's dual mandate is to tame inflation and maximize employment. But for the past two years the major focus has been on inflation. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains how the Fed will seek to strike a balance in 2024. And U.S. consumer spending was strong in November. Plus, reporter Alexander Gladstone explains why billions of dollars in settlement money haven't been paid to victims of the opioid crisis. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 1. The Federal Reserve held rates steady for the second time in a row, amid a stronger-than-expected economy. But if the economic news is good, why are Americans so gloomy? Chief economics commentator Greg Ip has some theories. Plus, the fraud case against Sam Bankman-Fried will soon go to the jury. Corinne Ramey reports. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 5. General Motors has at least 20 million vehicles built with a potentially dangerous air-bag part the government says should be recalled. Ryan Felton reports. And chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains why investors are focusing on the U.S. deficit. Plus, the U.S. has shot down a Turkish drone over Syria. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 27. Elon Musk is at the helm of some of the biggest companies in the world, from Tesla to X, formerly known as Twitter. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip says that with that power has come significant influence in international affairs. And Andrew Duehren explains how Ford and General Motors are vying to shape the U.S. electric vehicle market. Plus, as Republicans gear up for the second GOP presidential debate, try our new game: WSJ Election Challenge. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept 20. WSJ's chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady at a 22-year high. And reporter Ryan Dezember discusses why Wall Street's real estate giants are struggling to buy properties amid a shortage in supply. Plus, the White House warns of the impact of a government shutdown. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 13. In the biggest IPO of the year, British chip designer Arm prepares to price its shares at $52 apiece ahead of its trading debut on the Nasdaq on Thursday. Plus, could China weaponize its store of precious metals, as oil- producing countries have with their commodities? Chief economics commentator Greg Ip explai ns why that could mean swapping one commodity dependence for another. And U.S. inflation accelerated in August, due to higher energy prices. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Ip is the chief economics commentator at The Wall Street Journal and has reported on the economy for decades. He and Preet discuss the likelihood of a US recession, whether inflation will stay contained, and President Biden's strategy to stimulate growth by targeting specific industries integral to the economy. Plus, Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed David Weiss as special counsel to continue overseeing the Hunter Biden investigation, and prosecutors press for a “speedy trial” in Donald Trump's January 6 case.  To listen to the free full episode of CAFE Insider about Trump's 4th indictment out of Georgia, head to: cafe.com/georgia Don't miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Ip discuss the need for better economic literacy. To listen, try the Cafe Insider membership for $1 for the first month at: cafe.com/insider.  For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/has-the-economy-turned-a-corner-with-greg-ip/ Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with the hashtag #AskPreet, email us your questions and comments at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail. Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 16. Target reports declining sales, due in part to backlash over its Pride Month promotions. Sarah Nassauer explains. Plus, the yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note hits a 15-year high. And chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses the economic cost of extreme weather. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A much-dreaded recession doesn't actually seem to be materializing. We called up some experts — economics reporters Tracy Alloway and Greg Ip, plus our boss, Vox CEO Jim Bankoff — to figure out what's going on. This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King. Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 13. Hollywood actors are joining the writers' strike, in a move that could have big implications for the entertainment industry. Plus, could the economy avoid a recession and make a soft landing after all? Chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains what the latest inflation data tells us. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 14. The Federal Reserve paused rate hikes after ten consecutive increases, but as chief economics commentator Greg Ip reports, it signaled it could start raising rates again at its next meeting. Plus, deputy Brussels bureau chief Laurence Norman discusses how the U.S. is quietly making a diplomatic push to ease tensions with Iran. And, SEC Chair Gary Gensler talks crypto with The Journal podcast. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Companies continue to raise prices on everything from streaming services to handbags, sometimes at a rate that exceeds the pace of inflation. WSJ's Suzanne Kapner and Greg Ip unpack why this is happening. Further Reading: - Pricing Power: This Is Kate Spade's Hottest Bag…and It Costs $500  - We May Be Getting Used to High Inflation, and That's Bad News  Further Listening: - Why the Fed Raised Interest Rates Amidst a Banking Crisis  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices