Dina Shanker

Max Abelson, a Bloomberg reporter focused on money and power, dives into the disturbing business dealings of Jeffrey Epstein, revealing the cruel language and relationships found in thousands of emails. He discusses Epstein's intertwining of money management, influence-building, and illicit activities. Dina Shanker, a Businessweek food reporter, surprises listeners with predictions that Thanksgiving meal costs may actually decrease in 2025, unpacking the complexities of grocery pricing dynamics.

David Papadopoulos, an experienced journalist and Latin America economics expert, dives into the devastating economic collapse of Venezuela. He explains how oil price fluctuations, overspending, and poor governance led to hyperinflation and poverty. Dina Shanker, a Bloomberg Businessweek food columnist, discusses the impact of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs on dining trends, revealing how restaurants are adapting with smaller, protein-rich meals to cater to changing consumer appetites. It's a fascinating intersection of economics and food culture!