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Weekly Roundup

Week of April 6, 2026

April 6 – April 12, 2026 · 57 episodes published across 19 topics

Episodes by topic

Business10 episodes

Listen: Iran War Shifts IMF Focus and Global Economic

The IMF meetings shifted focus from global trade to the escalating Iran conflict, as rising geopolitical tensions create new risks for the world economy.

2026-04-12

10:55

Listen: How Iran Conflict Impacts Your Summer Gasoline

Economics analyst Marcus explains how rising global energy prices linked to the conflict in Iran are driving up U.S. gas costs ahead of summer travel.

2026-04-12

9:16

Listen: How Iran Gained Strategic Leverage After Recent Wars

Richard Haass argues that Iran’s expanded missile and drone arsenal has increased its geopolitical leverage despite recent conflicts in the region.

2026-04-11

10:00

Listen: Bloomberg Access Blocked Impacts Middle East

Alex and analyst Marcus examine how U.S. policy shifts drive global market volatility and redefine investment risks across the Middle East and Africa.

2026-04-10

16:48

Listen: Trump Threatens Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Oil Fees

President Trump’s threat against Iran over Strait of Hormuz transit fees risks global oil supply. Marcus analyzes the stakes of this energy crisis.

2026-04-10

16:28

Listen: The Associated Press Buyout Crisis and Media Shifts

The Associated Press is offering mass buyouts, signaling a shift in journalism. We analyze how industry acquisitions are reshaping the future of the news.

2026-04-09

18:22

Listen: OpenAI Insiders Express Growing Distrust of Sam

Internal reports reveal a growing rift at OpenAI as insiders express distrust toward CEO Sam Altman. We analyze the true impact of this corporate friction.

2026-04-09

18:25

Listen: Strait of Hormuz Blockade Risks Global Energy Supply

The Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global energy security. Our analyst examines how this vital economic artery disruption impacts world oil prices.

2026-04-09

14:40

Listen: Gold Prices Steady Amid Fragile Iran Ceasefire

Gold prices stabilize as traders assess a fragile Iran ceasefire. Analyst Marcus explores the geopolitical impact on precious metals and your portfolio.

2026-04-09

14:33

Listen: Inside OpenAI Why Insiders Do Not Trust Sam Altman

OpenAI insiders are raising alarms about Sam Altman’s leadership. Is the real threat to AGI the code itself, or the boardroom turmoil stalling progress?

2026-04-07

16:50
Politics8 episodes

Listen: Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction to

A federal appeals court lets White House ballroom construction continue. Our analysis examines the clash over presidential authority and legal oversight.

2026-04-12

9:49

Listen: Over 200 Arrested in London Palestine Action Protest

Over 200 protesters were arrested in London for supporting Palestine Action. We analyze the legal tension between national security and protest rights.

2026-04-12

8:24

Listen: JD Vance Leads Iran Ceasefire Talks and Artemis

VP Vance leads U.S. ceasefire talks in Pakistan regarding Iran and Israel-Lebanon, while NASA’s Artemis II mission prepares for its return to Earth today.

2026-04-11

10:01

Listen: Viktor Orbán Faces Hungary Election After 16 Years

Viktor Orbán faces his toughest election in sixteen years as challenger Péter Magyar builds momentum. Analysts examine the shift in Hungarian politics.

2026-04-11

10:55

Listen: UK Government Courting Anthropic for London

The UK government is reportedly courting AI firm Anthropic to expand its London presence. We analyze this strategic move and its impact on the tech sector.

2026-04-09

19:22

Listen: Trump Proposes Massive Budget Cuts for US Science

The Trump administration's proposed 2026 budget cuts for key U.S. science agencies spark serious concerns regarding the future of American innovation.

2026-04-09

18:08

Listen: Trump Issues 48 Hour Ultimatum to Iran on Nuclear

President Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran amid a major military buildup. Analysts examine the nuclear deal tensions and rising regional risks.

2026-04-09

18:26

Listen: Trump Claim on Iran Military Capability and Strategy

Former President Trump claimed the U.S. could neutralize Iran in one night. Analysts examine the military reality and diplomatic risks of this statement.

2026-04-07

15:54
Tech8 episodes

Listen: Rockstar Games Data Breach Explained by Tech

Rockstar Games confirms a third-party data breach linked to ShinyHunters. Analysts explore how supply chain vulnerabilities impact major gaming companies.

2026-04-12

10:55

Listen: New iCloud Storage Phishing Scam Targets Apple Users

A new iCloud phishing scam threatens to delete user photos. Experts explain how to spot these fake alerts and protect your data from malicious links.

2026-04-12

8:57

Listen: NASA Artemis II Crew Prepares for Fiery Earth

The Artemis II crew faces a critical 14-minute atmospheric reentry at 24,000 mph. Experts analyze how this test validates Orion’s vital heat shield tech.

2026-04-11

9:18

Listen: Perplexity Integrates Plaid for AI Personal Finance

Perplexity now integrates with Plaid, transforming its AI agent into a personal finance hub that directly analyzes your bank accounts, loans, and credit.

2026-04-11

9:45

Listen: Microsoft Overhauls Windows Insider Program for

Microsoft is streamlining the Windows Insider Program by merging its testing channels to improve software quality for 1.4 billion global users.

2026-04-11

10:55

Listen: Anthropic Claude Mythos Undergoes Psychiatric

Anthropic’s Claude Mythos underwent a 20-hour psychiatric evaluation, revealing stable self-views and human-like insecurities about its AI identity.

2026-04-10

15:27

Listen: OpenAI Shelves Stargate UK Project Amid Energy

OpenAI has paused its Stargate UK project citing energy and regulation. This delay undermines UK sovereign AI goals and highlights risks in the partnership.

2026-04-10

16:03

Listen: Meta Unveils Muse Spark AI to Rival

Meta has launched Muse Spark, a new AI model from its Superintelligence Lab. Our tech analyst explores how this pivotal move shifts the industry race.

2026-04-09

17:07
Ai6 episodes
Entertainment4 episodes