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A growing number of tech billionaires are pledging cash and stocks to American children through the federal government’s Trump Accounts. WSJ’s Konrad Putzier and Erich Schwartzel explain what’s driving this new trend in philanthropy. Imani Moise hosts.



Further Listening:

California Billionaires Are Freaking Out Over a New Tax Proposal

The Rise of the World’s First Trillionaire

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The studio behind the documentary “You Can See Everything” is A24. It’s an independent company with a reputation for critically acclaimed movies that fills theaters. Young audiences trust that an A24 release will be as relevant for them as a Disney movie is for families. WSJ’s Ben Fritz explains why. Ryan Knutson hosts.

Further Listening:

- These Movies Finally Got Gen Z Into Theaters

- Why Hollywood Can't Find Good Scripts

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“Red, White and Who?” The Journal’s election mini-series is back to cover the midterms. Every Wednesday, Ryan Knutson talks with reporters around the country about issues important to voters.

This week: Progressive candidates have been winning political offices across the country, mostly in blue areas. Many think they’re the future of the Democratic Party. But in these midterms, they face one of their first big tests. Can Abdul El-Sayed win the Senate race in Michigan, a battleground state that went for Trump two years ago? WSJ’s John McCormick spoke to voters about El-Sayed, progressive politics and whether key democratic voters will turn out for him.

Further Listening:

- Red, White and Who? The Swing Voters in South Texas

- Red, White and Who? The Inflation Election

- Red, White and Who? The Anti-AI Voters

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The 2026 midterm cycle is the most expensive election in American history. At a time when huge sums of campaign money are flowing into races across the country, federal oversight has weakened. WSJ’s Maggie Severns explains where the influx of election cash is coming from and why the regulator charged with monitoring campaign funding is struggling to do its job. Ryan Knutson hosts.

Further Listening:

- Red, White and Who? The Swing Voters in South Texas

- Red, White and Who? The Inflation Election

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The real estate brokerage Compass sells many homes through private listings. But that strategy has received a lot of criticism. After a major acquisition earlier this year, Compass is now a behemoth in the industry, and private listings are becoming more common. WSJ's Katherine Clarke explains how Compass’s strategy is causing drama in the real estate industry. Imani Moise hosts.

Further Listening:

- Compass vs. Zillow: The Real Estate Wars

- A Case of Conspiracy in Real Estate

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