• Why are scam ads everywhere online?
    Nov 18 2025

    Scam ads are flooding Facebook, YouTube and other social media. Tech companies are making billions allowing them. Who's behind all of these online ads? And what can we do about it?

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    32 mins
  • The Iranian women defying their country’s strict laws
    Nov 17 2025

    Iranian law controls how women dress, what they drive and what they do in public. But now, more women across Iran are rebelling — risking severe fines or up to 10 years in prison.

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    40 mins
  • What the NBA betting scandal reveals about the mafia today
    Nov 14 2025

    Last month, federal prosecutors indicted an NBA coach and current and former professional basketball players in an illegal sports betting scheme. How the FBI's investigation into the gambling ring is shining a light on how the mob has evolved to survive.

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    36 mins
  • The Jackpod: Tired of winning yet?
    Nov 14 2025

    On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the state of the U.S. economy and what recent polling reveals about the perception gap between President Trump and American workers.

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    33 mins
  • Welcome to the casino economy
    Nov 13 2025

    Speculative investment is up. New financial products are on the market. Billions of dollars are flowing to unproven industries. Has the American economy become one giant casino?

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    33 mins
  • The real reason for the U.S.-Argentina bailout
    Nov 12 2025

    American taxpayers are bailing out Argentina to the tune of $20 billion. But what does the U.S. get out of it? And can it really fix Argentina’s economy?

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    33 mins
  • No one wants their MTV
    Nov 11 2025

    On August 1st, 1981, MTV was born. The 24-hour music video channel transformed the music industry and pop culture. Now, MTV is now shutting down many of its international music channels.

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    31 mins
  • Down payments: Now paid by your employer
    Nov 10 2025

    Housing has become so expensive in many places that people can't afford to live where they work. So, some local governments and businesses are helping with down payment costs to attract and keep employees. Is it working?

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    38 mins