Young people, turned off by the job prospects for college graduates, are enrolling in vocational training programs and forgoing the higher-education path. Wall Street Journal reporter Te-Ping Chen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.



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Why More Gen Z Workers Are Pursuing Skilled Trade Jobs

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Many people are optimistic about working beyond retirement age, but according to a new study that feeling fades as they enter their 60s. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. 

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Why Many Americans Are Retiring at Age 62, and Not Later

As food prices continue to rise, many consumers are dividing up their grocery shopping among numerous stores. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it helps them stay within their budget.

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Grocery Shopping No Longer Involves Just One Trip to the Supermarket

Cars are one of few consumer products with a growing lifespan. Last year, U.S. vehicles’ average age hit a record high of 12.5 years. This may be due to higher prices to buy and maintain a car. WSJ reporter Joe Pinsker joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss the math behind driving your car until it’s beyond repair. 

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Why It Pays More Now to Drive Your Car Until the Wheels Fall Off

No experience? No problem. Some employers are hiring for “senior” roles that require little to no experience. WSJ columnist Callum Borchers speaks with host Ariana Aspuru about how these inflated titles are changing the workforce. 



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Some ‘Senior’ Jobs Only Call For a Few Years of Experience

Buying gold bars can be as simple as a trip to Costco, but cashing out your investment will cost you time and in some cases more money. WSJ reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss. 



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Why More Gen Z Workers Are Pursuing Skilled Trade Jobs

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