Best Bloomberg LP Podcasts (2024)

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Mexico City’s Water Scare Is a Wake-Up Call: Opinion (Podcast) 1:37

2d ago1:37

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Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that cities around the world may soon confront their own “Day Zero.” Officials must act now to shrink demand and expand supply of water.By Bloomberg News

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Putin’s ‘Peace’ Proposal for Ukraine: Opinion (Podcast) 1:40

3d ago1:40

1:40

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that some form of territorial concessions will be part of a negotiated end to the war Putin started. That must be Ukraine’s decision to make.By Bloomberg News

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Climate Change Notches a Win in Europe: Opinion (Podcast) 1:44

5d ago1:44

1:44

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that the European Union’s centrist leaders must learn their lessons and double down on achieving net zero. If Europe’s mainstream politicians care about their future, they won’t give up the fight.By Bloomberg News

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Trump Won’t Fix the Federal Workforce: Opinion (Podcast) 1:39

8d ago1:39

1:39

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that firing civil servants at will won’t fix the federal workforce. “You’re fired” works better on reality TV than in reality.By Bloomberg News

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‘Digital Twins’ Are Becoming a Reality: Editorial (Podcast) 1:43

9d ago1:43

1:43

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that digital twins are at the forefront of a long-awaited era of precision medicine. Though the technology might still seem closer to science fiction than reality, with the right support, investment and safeguards, this can change.…

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Europe’s EV Tariffs Are a Climate Setback: Editorial (Podcast) 1:37

11d ago1:37

1:37

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that the EU’s move to impose new import tariffs on Chinese EVs is misguided. Maintaining growth while addressing the existential threat of climate change requires openness.By Bloomberg News

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Contraception Access Must Be Protected: Editorial (Podcast) 1:39

12d ago1:39

1:39

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that Congress should codify access to birth control nationwide. The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade gave rise to legitimate concern that other well-established rights can’t be taken for granted.By Bloomberg News

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Biden Needs a New Campaign Strategy: Editorial (Podcast) 1:43

15d ago1:43

1:43

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that President Joe Biden can’t win another election from the basement. If he doesn’t change his approach, the election will be Donald Trump’s to lose.By Bloomberg News

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Europe's Voters Send Leaders a Message: Editorial (Podcast) 1:45

16d ago1:45

1:45

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that Europe’s electoral shift was anything but inevitable. It’s the consequence of poor leadership. Centrist politicians need to respond with a coherent, consistent policy.By Bloomberg News

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A Weakened Modi Could Make India Stronger: Editorial (Podcast) 1:39

17d ago1:39

1:39

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that a true coalition government will make India stronger. Prime Minister Narendra Modi should heed the message voters have sent.By Bloomberg News

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Trump Can’t Solve the US Immigration Crisis: Opinion (Podcast) 1:41

19d ago1:41

1:41

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that the former president’s policies would maximize chaos and cruelty while doing little to address the underlying problem. If you think America’s immigration system is broken now, wait until Donald Trump fixes it.By Bloomberg News

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The Climate Fight Needs Cooperation: Opinion (Podcast) 1:43

22d ago1:43

1:43

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that Exxon Mobil needs to do more to match its record with its rhetoric on climate change. But true progress will require good-faith bridge-building from industry and climate activists alike.By Bloomberg News

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Fragile Banks Won’t Make the US Stronger: Opinion (Podcast) 1:42

22d ago1:42

1:42

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that it would be a mistake for US and European regulators to roll back reforms intended to make bank assets safer. Officials should work together toward greater resilience, not engage in a race to the bottom.By Bloomberg News

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A Hospital Bankruptcy's Cautionary Tale: Opinion (Podcast) 1:43

24d ago1:43

1:43

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that regulators need to strike a balance between encouraging private equity investment in health care and preventing reckless behavior. The financial unraveling of Steward Health Care, which became one of the nation’s largest for-profit hospital chains, should be a cautionary t…

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America’s Electronic Warriors Need a Boost: Opinion (Podcast) 1:41

24d ago1:41

1:41

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that Russia’s success at downing drones and pricey US-guided munitions in Ukraine should set off alarms for the Pentagon.By Bloomberg News

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Trump’s Conviction Is a Grim Sign: Opinion (Podcast) 1:40

26d ago1:40

1:40

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that ultimately, the former president has only himself to blame for his conduct. But there’s no going back from this explosive decision. Conceivably, the Republican presidential candidate in 2024 will be nominated from Rikers Island. It’s nothing to celebrate.…

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Stablecoin Risks Grow as Congress Dithers: Opinion (Podcast) 1:43

29d ago1:43

1:43

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that Congress' inaction on regulating stablecoins poses a growing danger to investors, the financial system and even (perhaps) national security. Policymakers should pass legislation that protects investors and financial markets.…

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Tory Troubles Were a Long Time In the Making: Opinion (Podcast) 1:37

30d ago1:37

1:37

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that when UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called a general election for July 4, he very likely put an end date on his party’s long stretch of governance. The UK’s Conservatives squandered trust primarily over mismanagement of the economy. And according to the polls, many Britons …

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EV Tariffs Will Delay the Green Transition: Opinion (Podcast) 1:38

1M ago1:38

1:38

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that if climate change is an existential risk, surging output of good, cheap Chinese EVs is a good thing. The Biden administration ought to concentrate on promoting the adoption of such vehicles wherever they’re made — by pricing gasoline at its full economic cost, building the…

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A Lull at the Border Gives Biden an Opening: Opinion (Podcast) 1:39

1M ago1:39

1:39

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that President Joe Biden should take advantage of the relative calm at the border to push for real immigration reforms, including better cooperation with Mexico. Congress should also pass a bipartisan border-security bill introduced earlier this year.…

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Biden Doubles Down on Student-Loans Mistake: Opinion (Podcast) 1:42

1M ago1:42

1:42

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that the Biden administration’s latest debt-cancellation scheme will reward rich borrowers, punish taxpayers and drive up the cost of college. Biden’s Plan B is as misguided as the original.By Bloomberg News

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China and India Should Kick Their Coal Habit: Opinion (Podcast) 1:57

1M ago1:57

1:57

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Asian giants are almost single-handedly keeping the world’s dirtiest fuel alive. To have any hope of meeting climate targets, the world needs both countries to change course.By Bloomberg News

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Glock Switches Make Shootings Deadlier: Opinion (Podcast) 1:58

1M ago1:58

1:58

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that devices that convert handguns into rapid-fire weapons are illegal — and increasingly ubiquitous. The public should put more pressure on the source of the problem: gunmakers. But what’s really needed is federal enforcement of existing law.…

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Biden, Congress Share Blame for FDIC Scandal: Opinion (Podcast) 1:54

1M ago1:54

1:54

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that elected officials need to take their oversight responsibilities seriously — starting with better supervision of federal managers.By Bloomberg News

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You Won't Like Trumponomics 2.0: Opinion (Podcast) 1:55

1M ago1:55

1:55

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that if the former president’s stated agenda is any indication, inflation is likely to make a roaring comeback.By Bloomberg News

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Stop Protecting New-Car Dealers: Opinion (Podcast) 1:53

2M ago1:53

1:53

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that laws that prohibit automakers from selling new vehicles directly to consumers limit choice and worsen inflation. Overturning these anticompetitive measures would be common sense.By Bloomberg News

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US Should Let Allies Help With Ship Shortage: Opinion (Podcast) 1:56

2M ago1:56

1:56

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that China may have cheated its way to becoming the world’s biggest shipbuilding industry. But wasteful subsidies aren’t the way to fight back.By Bloomberg News

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How to Fix America’s Unusual Tax Code: Opinion (Podcast) 1:56

2M ago1:56

1:56

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a simpler tax code system would be vastly easier for the IRS to administer and for taxpayers to understand and endure.By Bloomberg News

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Stop Climate Change, Use the Power of Price: Opinion (Podcast) 1:51

2M ago1:51

1:51

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that policymakers are right to push to reduce carbon emissions to zero. But getting there requires a powerful incentive — which is why governments must put a price on carbon as soon as possible.By Bloomberg News

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Applying to College Shouldn’t Be Complicated: Opinion (Podcast) 1:53

2M ago1:53

1:53

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that although college isn’t for everyone, earning a degree still offers a pathway to success for many Americans. A simpler process would boost flagging enrollment and expand opportunities for low-income students.By Bloomberg News

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Index Funds Need to Be Passive, Not Political: Opinion (Podcast) 1:55

2M ago1:55

1:55

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the rise of index funds has provided millions of Americans with a cheaper and more efficient way to invest. Policymakers now must tread a fine line: protect the immense value created by index funds while ensuring these companies aren’t abusing their power.…

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Academic Fraud Wastes Taxpayer Money: Opinion (Podcast) 1:24

2M ago1:24

1:24

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that better oversight and more transparency will help root out cases of academic misconduct.By Bloomberg News

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Areas Left Behind Need the Right Kind of Help: Opinion (Podcast) 1:49

2M ago1:49

1:49

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Biden administration is right to emphasize “place-based” policies to promote jobs and growth in distressed areas. Carefully executed, such an effort could provide good value for public money. But success depends on more than well-chosen investments, and directly creatin…

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Fight Climate Change With Fiscal Discipline: Opinion (Podcast) 2:05

2M ago2:05

2:05

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that responsible budgets, financial stability and the transition to green energy can and must go together.By Bloomberg News

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Are Noncompete Deals Good or Bad?: Opinion (Podcast) 2:01

2M ago2:01

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Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that noncompete agreements, in which employers place certain restrictions on departing workers, can have significant benefits. They can also be abused. A sweeping government ban on the practice is the wrong approach.By Bloomberg News

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How EU Can Get the Money to Go Green: Editorial (Podcast) 2:01

2M ago2:01

2:01

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that unifying capital markets could unlock a lot of private investment — and help Europeans build wealth.By Bloomberg News

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The Fed's Task Is Even Harder Now: Editorial (Podcast) 1:56

2M ago1:56

1:56

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that stalling progress on inflation is about to test the Fed’s determination. As November's elections draw closer, the central bank needs to continue to be guided by data.By Bloomberg News

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Businesses Can Reduce Use of High-Fee Cards: Editorial (Podcast) 2:07

2M ago2:07

2:07

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a proposed deal with Visa and Mastercard would let merchants steer customers away from the priciest payment methods, reduce costs and promote innovation.By Bloomberg News

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The West Needs to Sustain Aid to Ukraine: Editorial (Podcast) 2:06

2M ago2:06

2:06

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that European leaders deserve credit for trying to provide more support without relying on Washington, but saving Ukraine demands more than good intentions.By Bloomberg News

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Biden’s EV Strategy Is Drifting Off Course: Editorial (Podcast) 2:02

2M ago2:02

2:02

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that America’s transition to electric vehicles is underway, but muddled goals and lack of infrastructure are holding it back.By Bloomberg News

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Is The Party Of Mandela About To Lose Power In South Africa? (Podcast) 15:55

2M ago15:55

15:55

In 1994 apartheid in South Africa ended and Nelson Mandela led the ANC to a historic democratic victory. Thirty years on, the party which has ruled the country ever since, could be about to lose it's grip on power. Our South Africa Government Reporter S'thembile Cele joins host Jennifer Zabasajja to discuss how decades of scandals, corruption and i…

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AI Is an Electricity Hog. That's Great: Opinion (Podcast) 2:00

2M ago2:00

2:00

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that by 2026, booming AI adoption is expected to help drive a near-doubling of data centers’ global energy use. Rather than undermining efforts to combat climate change, AI can and should be harnessed to speed the green transition.…

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The Threat of a Fiscal Breakdown is Serious: Opinion (Podcast) 2:03

3M ago2:03

2:03

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the latest projections from the Congressional Budget Office repeat a warning made many times before: The trajectory of US government borrowing is unsustainable.By Bloomberg News

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Japan Could Be America’s New Special Ally: Opinion (Podcast) 1:58

3M ago1:58

1:58

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the alliance between the US and Japan has become stronger than many could have imagined. Both sides should seize the chance to make it even more powerful.By Bloomberg News

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Government Blunders Keep Kids Out of College: Opinion (Podcast) 2:06

3M ago2:06

2:06

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Biden administration's disastrous rollout of a new federal financial aid application shows how a needlessly complex system hurts poor students the most.By Bloomberg News

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Inflation Watch, Delta Soars on Earnings, More 5:29

3M ago5:29

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Cooperation Key to Fighting Terrorism: Opinion (Podcast) 1:54

3M ago1:54

1:54

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that horrific recent attacks in Iran and Russia highlight the threat posed by Islamic State’s Afghan branch. Even rivals should combat it together.By Bloomberg News

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The World’s Digital Backbone Needs Defending: Opinion (Podcast) 2:05

3M ago2:05

2:05

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that with trillions of dollars passing through undersea fiber-optic cables every day, more must be done to protect them.By Bloomberg News

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Legal Marijuana Is Making Roads Deadlier: Opinion (Podcast) 2:05

3M ago2:05

2:05

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Cannabis-related traffic fatalities are a threat to public safety. Governments need to get serious.By Bloomberg News

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