An Expanding NATO Reinforces Itself Against Russia
This year’s NATO summit begins next week in Vilnius, Lithuania—and once again, the alliance’s response to the war in Ukraine is top of mind. Bloomberg’s Natalia Drozdiak and Niclas Rolander discuss th...
6 Juli 202325min
A Frustrated Middle Class Wants More Than Promises In 2024
The American middle class is feeling the squeeze: inflation, wages that haven’t kept up, higher interest rates and fluctuating markets are all adding up to a loss of collective wealth. Bloomberg’s Sha...
5 Juli 202330min
TEAM FAVORITE: Women's Pro Tackle Football Takes The Field
The Big Take team is taking a break for the Fourth of July holiday in the US, so we wanted to share this episode you might have missed. Back tomorrow!---Bloomberg Businessweek contributor Mary Pilon j...
4 Juli 202332min
Summer Heat Is Straining The US Power Grid. Winter Cold Could Be Worse
Record temperatures in Texas and across the southern US are putting immense strain on the electric grid, as residents battle the heat by cranking up the AC. But experts say grid pressure could get eve...
3 Juli 202328min
The Supreme Court’s Power Is Growing. The Public’s Confidence Is Shrinking
The US Supreme Court is wrapping up yet another eventful term, with decisions in major cases that will have a lasting impact on Americans’ lives. Bloomberg’s Greg Stohr and Zoe Tillman join this episo...
30 Juni 202325min
It Started As A Huawei 5G Bid. It Became A Mole Hunt
In 2019, telecommunications companies were vying for a lucrative contract to upgrade Denmark’s cellular network to 5G. The competition came down to two finalists: The Swedish telecom Ericsson, and the...
29 Juni 202328min
Germany Is Europe’s Economic Engine. It’s Starting To Sputter
For decades, Germany has been the driving force of Europe’s economy. But now, as it emerges from a winter recession, the nation’s resilience is showing signs of breaking down–and that could mean troub...
28 Juni 202324min
Bringing Government Services Into The 21st Century. One Text At A Time
Millions of Americans depend on public assistance programs to help pay for food and make ends meet. But it’s not always easy for them to manage the red tape required to keep those benefits coming. Blo...
27 Juni 202325min
