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Listen to the most interesting reporting from this week in the world of business, finance, tech, and politics. Over the weekend, we'll share a mix of essays, reviews and other stories from Bloomberg's new Weekend Edition.
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Nov 10, 2024 • 14min
The Allure of the Motorcycle Is Stalling Out
US bike sales never recovered after the recession. To figure out why, a new citizen put an American tradition to the test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 9, 2024 • 10min
Donald Trump’s Billion-Dollar Windfall After Election Is Just the Start
From his social-media network to real estate and crypto, the former president’s return to the White House will give him power to leverage his array of assets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 8, 2024 • 6min
At Bars and Comedy Clubs, Taiwan Processes a Trump Victory
Taiwan relies on the US to defend it against China, but Trump's transactional approach raises questions about his commitment to the island democracy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 4, 2024 • 1min
Listen Now: US Election Coverage on Bloomberg Podcasts
Be in the know this election with Bloomberg Podcasts. Follow Bloomberg News Now for up-to-the minute election results, all night long. And go deeper with The Big Take podcast, featuring in-depth global analysis of the US election every day this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 3, 2024 • 8min
Yes, Running Marathons Can Make You a Better Person
It’s commonplace to say that sports build character, but less common to ask how.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 2, 2024 • 8min
The Epicenter of China's Gold Craze Is a Former Fishing Village
Demand for the precious metal has shoppers flocking to a jewelry hub in Shenzhen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 1, 2024 • 13min
The Peculiarly American Roots of Trumpism
History holds clues for the country’s political future, regardless of who wins on Nov. 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 27, 2024 • 19min
The Tartarian Candidate
How did a bizarre architectural conspiracy theory insert itself into the US political discourse — and why do so many adherents insist that Donald Trump is a believer? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 26, 2024 • 14min
How to Think About the Price of Food
According to consumer price index calculators, a beer that cost 20 cents in 1913 should cost $6.40 now. But such calculations ignore the changing value of money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 25, 2024 • 14min
Could Political Betting Swing the US Election?
Prediction markets have been around for hundreds of years, but their ability to change reality is increasing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
