This podcast discusses contrasting approaches to border security taken by President Biden and former President Trump, the slow progress of legislation in Congress, and the controversial surge pricing plan by Wendy's. They also explore the trend of Congress members un-retiring and reflect on the end of $1 hot dog night at Philly baseball games.
Politicians un-retiring showcases unpredictability in Congress decision-making.
Consumers prefer transparent pricing, leading to backlash against surge pricing consideration by Wendy's.
Deep dives
Congressional Members Reversing Retirement Decisions
Members of Congress like Mark Green, Pat Fallon, and Victoria Spart have reversed their retirement decisions, opting to seek re-election after initially planning to retire. This trend of un-retiring among politicians has raised eyebrows, showcasing the unpredictable nature of politics and decision-making within Congress.
Wendy's Abandonment of Surge Pricing
Wendy's faced backlash after considering surge pricing similar to Uber, but decided against implementing it. The potential pricing strategy was met with criticism as consumers prefer transparency in pricing rather than fluctuating costs based on demand. The mishandled messaging led to confusion and negative reactions, prompting the company to clarify its intentions.
End of Hot Dog Night at Phillies Baseball Games
The tradition of $1 hot dog nights at Phillies baseball games came to an end following a food fight incident where hot dogs were thrown and left scattered around the stadium. Despite being a long-standing tradition, the team discontinued the promotion due to unruly behavior, signaling a shift in how fan experience initiatives are managed to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all attendees.
In this week's roundup, we look at the dueling visits to the U.S.-Mexico border taken by President Biden and former president Trump, the continued glacial pace of legislation in Congress, and controversial plans to make a fast food staple a little bit pricier.
This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid & Franco Ordoñez, and political correspondent Susan Davis.
Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
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