TLDR

We all know the big economic stories of the year: the trade war, the tariffs. But there’s another — even bigger? — story that hasn’t been getting the same attention: the Ozempicification of our diets, our bodies and our economy. On this week’s TLDR, we take a look at the transformation underway. Plus, economic indicators are telling one story about a potential recession; the headlines are telling another. Which one is right? And, why does it feel like everyone’s drinking less alcohol?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by Armine Yanizyan, Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

The vibe shift over the past few months has been palpable, to say the least. On this week’s TLDR, a look at how everything’s been turned upside down — from our relationship with our southern neighbour to our domestic politics. Plus, why the stock market does not perfectly reflect shifting sentiments. Hint: it involves hedge funds.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

The snap election has come and gone, and now we get to wade through the aftermath. On this week’s TLDR, we’re joined by Politico’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey to discuss what it all means for the future of the Canadian economy. Plus, we look at what’s been happening in markets while we’ve been focused on the government.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

This week on TLDR: Netflix, for the first time ever, disclosed what its users are watching. And you might not know any of its top shows. We didn’t! Plus, the team discusses Canada’s Dollarama diet, whether Jerome Powell should be person of the year (YES), and why falling prices are actually a bad thing.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, finance educator Kyla Scanlon, and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

In a surprise turn — and to the relief of businesses and consumers worldwide — the U.S. and China have agreed to temporarily lower tariffs. (They’re still high, but...not as high.) On this week’s TLDR, how one cargo ship tells the story of the trade war. Plus, after all the stock market highs and lows over the past couple months, we’re basically back where we started. Who made out big from all the turmoil? And, at long last, Warren Buffett is retiring. A look at what we can learn from his storied career.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and VP of Product Swapnil Parikh. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.