WSJ Your Money Briefing
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Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.
Location:
New York, NY
Description:
Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.
Twitter:
@WSJPodcasts
Language:
English
Contact:
1211 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 212-416-2000
Email:
podcast@wsj.com
Episodes
How a Forgotten Form Led to His Ex Getting His $1 Million Retirement Account
6/11/2024
They broke up 35 years ago. He left her his nearly $1 million retirement account. The years-long legal battle that ensued is a cautionary tale. WSJ personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how this happened and the mistakes to avoid when filling out beneficiary forms. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:12
The Recession Still Isn’t Here. Is It Ever Coming?
6/10/2024
Economists have warned a recession was imminent but it still hasn’t arrived. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how long this economic resilience could last and what threatens it. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:22
What’s News in Markets: Streaming Price, Spending Slumps, Meme Mania
6/8/2024
Why is Spotify hiking its premium price? And how are J.M. Smucker and Lululemon dealing with lower consumer spending? Plus, what’s behind the wild moves of GameStop’s stock? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:05:20
Why Paying in Cash Could Cost You Extra
6/7/2024
More customers are facing a fee when they choose to pay in cash. WSJ personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the extra charge could change the way you purchase items like popcorn at the ballpark or merch at a concert. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:12
Estate Fights Can Tear Stepfamilies Apart. Here’s How to Avoid the Brawl
6/6/2024
It can be a challenge for blended families to properly allocate money, properties and plans after a parent dies. Personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling talks to host J.R. Whalen about ways to avoid the family feuds. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:30
The IRS Is Expanding Its Alternative Tax-Filing Software
6/5/2024
After limited eligibility in its first year, the IRS is expanding its new electronic tax-filing system . WSJ reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how Direct File compares to other tax software. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:36
Is Cutting Your Hours the Key to Finding Work-Life Balance?
6/4/2024
More people are choosing to work part time to make room for family, hobbies or even side gigs. Wall Street Journal columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:39
Looking for a Job? Who You Know Still Matters
6/3/2024
Face-to-face networking has re-emerged as a valuable tool for job candidates to discuss their work experience with hiring managers. WSJ’s Callum Borchers and Lindsay Ellis join host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:10:20
What’s News in Markets: Wrong AI, Troubled Retailers, Trump Volatility
6/1/2024
How did Salesforce drag down the Dow, and how did Google search miss the point? And what separated Kohl’s and Gap’s performance? Plus, how did Trump’s social-media company do after his felony conviction? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:05:41
How Consumers Are Saving Money Building Their Own Streaming Bundles
5/31/2024
Streaming companies are offering more bundled services to retain cost-conscious viewers. Wall Street Journal reporter Dalvin Brown joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how many viewers have found ways to save money by creating their own bundles. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:55
Can Money Buy Happiness? Not as Much as You Think
5/30/2024
Research has shown that while more money can lead to more happiness, the choices it affords you are more significant than what money can buy. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Joe Pinsker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:05
Why Living ‘Happily Ever After’ Hits Different for Gen Z
5/29/2024
For many in Gen Z, the path to accumulating wealth and achieving financial security differs significantly from previous generations. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Gunjan Banerji spoke with Vivian Tu, CEO of Your Rich BFF, at this month’s Future of Everything festival. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:13:16
Why a $50,000 Salary Is Critical for Public-University Graduates
5/28/2024
New research from Strada Education Foundation shows that public-university graduates need to earn at least $50,000 a year in their first decade off-campus to make their degree worthwhile. Wall Street Journal reporter Alyssa Lukpat joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:42
What’s News in Markets: Dimon’s Day, Target Missed, Ticket Lawsuit
5/25/2024
What did CEO Jamie Dimon mean about the price of JPMorgan’s stock? And what is Target doing about its sales? Plus, why is the DOJ going after Live Nation? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:05:00
The U.S. Dollar Is Giving Some Travelers More Spending Power
5/24/2024
The U.S. dollar is at its highest value against foreign currencies since 2002. WSJ reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why that has caused some travelers to book trips to Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:07:59
Is 5-to-9 the New 9-to-5?
5/23/2024
To get a jump on the workday and their co-workers, many professionals are putting in four hours of work before the standard eight-hour time shift. Wall Street Journal “On the Clock” columnist Callum Borchers joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:29
How a Financial Therapist Can Ease Your Money Worries
5/22/2024
Americans hoping to break bad habits and improve the way they feel about money are booking sessions with financial therapists. Wall Street Journal contributor Joann S. Lublin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:07:43
Loans From Relatives Can Get Awkward. There’s an App for That.
5/21/2024
Cash-strapped family members who want to ask relatives for a loan can use apps and websites that can help manage payment schedules and reduce costs. Wall Street Journal reporter Dalvin Brown joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:38
Getting a Refund From Airlines Will Be Easier Under New Rules
5/20/2024
New government rules, which take effect in October, will simplify the process of being refunded for canceled or delayed flights. Wall Street Journal “Carry On” columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:05
What if You Can No Longer Live in Your Home? You Have Options
5/19/2024
After buying your home, sustaining homeownership can be financially overwhelming as renovations and ongoing maintenance, on top of monthly mortgage payments, put pressure on personal finances. In the final installment of Your Money Briefing’s series “Buying a Home and Keeping It,” we look at resources available to homeowners and pitfalls to avoid. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:13:50