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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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Jul 6, 2025 • 7min
Pistachios Are Everywhere Right Now, Not Just in Dubai Chocolate
Demand for the Instagram-friendly nuts have driven up margins for farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 5, 2025 • 5min
What Fine Dining Looks Like With Absolutely No Plastic
A Washington DC chef is working to banish plastic from his restaurant entirely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 4, 2025 • 21min
To Restore America, Start With Honor
The author of The Idea That Is America explains how the US lost its moral footing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 29, 2025 • 24min
The 'Enhanced Games' Is the Ultimate MAGA Athletic Competition
A sports startup that allows performance-enhancing drugs is brash, confrontational, and perfect for the Trump era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 28, 2025 • 8min
Apple Test-Drives Big-Screen Movie Strategy With F1
The tech company’s theatrical programming business is in need of a win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 27, 2025 • 9min
Call Center Workers Are Tired of Being Mistaken for AI
Surreal conversations are prompting introspection about what it means to be human.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 22, 2025 • 15min
Silicon Valley's 'Tiny Team' Era is Here
Silicon Valley is embracing a new era where revenue per employee takes precedence over lofty valuations. The introduction of 'botscaling' allows startups to harness AI for growth while minimizing personnel. Learn how solo founders are navigating this shift, relying on AI as a supportive co-founder. Discover the evolving dynamics of decision-making and workflow management in entrepreneurship, raising questions about the balance between human intuition and AI efficiency. This transformation heralds a leaner, smarter approach to building successful ventures.
Jun 21, 2025 • 6min
China’s Spiritual Economy Is Booming as Gen Z Turns to Tarot
Anxious about their prospects, younger Chinese are seeking a glimpse of the future through astrology and other forms of fortune-telling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 20, 2025 • 12min
Japan Is Cracking Down on Host Clubs Where Men Flirt for Money
Once considered a harmless curiosity, the niche corner of the nightlife industry is being blamed for driving vulnerable women into debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 18, 2025 • 35min
The Quest to Fix the Gap
Can the iconic ’90s retailer finally make a comeback—and survive tariffs? By Amanda Mull and Lily MeierSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
