A Fight Over Buc-ee’s and for the Soul of the American West
Buc-ee's — the chain of road stops with a beaver mascot and a die-hard fanbase — is looking to expand westward. Its next stop is Palmer Springs, Colorado: a small, rural town known for its lush greenery and outdoor recreation. But some local residents are looking to “heave the beave.” And they have a powerful billionaire backing them: ‘cable cowboy' John Malone. WSJ’s Jim Carlton reports on this standoff over development and the future of the American West. Annie Minoff hosts.
Further Listening:
- The Fight Over Water in the West
- The Rise of the Yimbys
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One American Company Taking on China's Rare-Earth Dominance
Tiny rare-earth magnets are used for building phones, electric cars, and submarines, but nearly all of them are mined and made in China. One U.S. company is trying to change that. WSJ’s Jon Emont spoke with MP Materials’ CEO about his goals for the mine, which has now made deals with the Pentagon, General Motors, and Apple. Can this industry come back the U.S.? Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
-Why Trump Wants Ukrainian Minerals
-Greenland Has Tons of Minerals. So Where Are All the Miners?
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Trump’s Letter to Jeffrey Epstein
In 2003, Jeffrey Epstein got a gift for his 50th birthday, a leather-bound album containing letters, poems, photos and greetings from friends. One of the letters was from Donald Trump. The president says the letter "is a fake thing." WSJ’s Khadeeja Safdar reveals what’s in the letter and Sadie Gurman explores what it means for Trump and the Department of Justice. Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
-JPMorgan's $75 Million Jeffrey Epstein Settlement
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How 1 Million Robots Are Taking Over Amazon Warehouses
Amazon warehouses are more automated than ever. The company, a key bellwether for the U.S. labor market, now has over a million robots packing and shipping goods in its fulfillment centers. While some employees are finding ways to transition into higher-paying technical roles that manage the robots, the company’s CEO Andy Jassy has said it plans to cut the size of its overall workforce. Sebastian Herrera explains Amazon’s vision for the warehouse of the future. Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
- AI Is Coming for Entry-Level Jobs.
- The Battle to Be the King of Retail: Walmart vs. Amazon
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Why Trump Is Ready to Send Missiles to Ukraine
After talks with NATO allies, President Donald Trump gave Russia 50 days to broker peace with Ukraine. If they can’t make it happen, he says he’ll impose tariffs on Russian goods to ratchet up economic pressure. The move underscores Trump’s growing anger with Russian President Vladimir Putin. WSJ’s Lara Seligman unpacks the latest and explores the evolving relationship between Trump and Putin. Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
-Inside the Hunt for Putin’s Sleeper Agents
-How Ukraine Built a Weapon to Control the Black Sea
-Ukraine Makes a Deal With Wall Street
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