Explore the difficulties faced in setting up a union at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Follow the 10-year battle of the United Auto Workers to unionize the plant. Learn about the challenges, negotiations, and eventual victory for workers, highlighting the implications for future labor movements.

FTX's bankruptcy aftermath reveals vulture investors profiting from risky debt, customers navigating bankruptcy claims trading. Explore financial turmoil, FTX founder's alleged mismanagement, and customers facing potential loss. Dive into the world of bankruptcy with opportunistic investors, distressed asset brokers, and FTX customers turned unsecured creditors. Discuss FTX Estate recovery, creditor repayment prospects, and personal stories of claimants in the aftermath of FTX's Chapter 11 filing.

The podcast discusses consumers' financial struggles despite some positive economic data, focusing on inflation, credit card delinquencies, and 401K withdrawals. It explores the impact of high grocery prices and efforts to combat unfair pricing using an old antitrust law. The episode also delves into the effectiveness and implications of the Robinson-Patman Act on grocery prices and antitrust laws.

Exploring TikTok's financial advice, this podcast dives into questionable tax tips like using gambling losses to lower taxes and claiming pets for deductions. It debunks myths about rich people owning G-Wagons for tax benefits and highlights the importance of seeking professional tax advice.

A scientist's experiment at a fair shows the surprising accuracy of crowd guesses. The podcast tests this with listeners guessing a cow's weight. The 'wisdom of the crowds' concept is explored, from stock markets to orange juice prices. The episode is both educational and entertaining.

The podcast delves into Japan's economic rise and fall in the 1980s, from being a powerhouse to a stagnant economy. It explores the reasons behind Japan's lost decades and the impact of recent interest rate changes. The episode discusses how Japan's predicament reshaped our understanding of economic downturns and highlights the challenges and solutions for Japan's future growth.

Lawyers Brandon Boulware and Mike Ketchmark challenge the real estate industry over high commissions and dual representation. They uncover suspicious practices, leading to a legal battle against major realtor franchises. The case may revolutionize how homes are bought and sold in the US by addressing fixed commission rates and collusion.

The podcast delves into the controversial topic of US tax dollars funding conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, exploring taxpayers' concerns about weapons funding. It analyzes foreign assistance to Ukraine and Israel, discussing the complexities of taxpayer contributions. The episode also explores the intricacies of tax dollar allocation, weapon expenditure, and the US foreign military financing program. It sheds light on the financial mechanisms of arms dealings and aid packages debate, debunking misconceptions and discussing Congressional debates.

Restaurant design expert helps owner rethink seating for more profit. Data-driven makeover leads to increased revenue. The impact of layout changes on customer spending habits. Balancing dining experience with efficiency for sustained success.

Discover the rise of e-commerce giant Temu with its unique shopping experience and massive popularity. Explore controversies, innovative e-commerce models in China, historical steel strikes, and concerns about compliance and forced labor. Learn about the Dominimus loophole and the challenges of monitoring labor practices in the supply chain.