Risk Journal Podcast

Iran Built a Secret Network to Sell Oil, Then the Money Went Missing Oct 9, 2026 00:28:39 Tehran’s sanctions-busting oil trade entrusted billions of dollars to middlemen, and not all of it has come back. Plus, the push for digital sovereignty is causing big headaches for multinational companies. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert

The U.S. Wants To Quit China. It Still Needs China Oct 2, 2026 00:25:46 America has spent much of the past decade trying to reduce its trade and economic dependence on China. It’s proving difficult. Also, datacenters grapple with becoming military targets. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Race to Mine the Ocean Floor Sep 25, 2026 00:25:49 Deep-sea mining, once the preserve of science fiction, is moving closer to reality, and it’s at the heart of great-power competition. Also, datacenters and AI became flashpoints at Climate Week. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who Are the Houthis? Inside the Faction Shaping the Iran Conflict Sep 18, 2026 00:39:26 The conflict between the U.S. and Iran could ultimately be reshaped by Yemen’s militant group, as it takes a vital port in the Red Sea. Also, artificial intelligence CEOs are urging a slowdown, but the practicality of doing so is questionable. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti

Argentina Threatens Sanctions in Oil Battle With Britain Sep 11, 2026 00:26:09 Buenos Aires is taking a harder line against London as offshore oil development raises the stakes in a decades-old sovereignty dispute. Also, U.S. lawmakers from both parties say the continuing degradation of America’s lead cyber agency is becoming a national security issue. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

Inside the Expanding U.S. Financial Campaign Against Iran Sep 4, 2026 00:27:50 The Trump administration is targeting Banque Misr’s UAE operations as it expands pressure on the foreign institutions that provide Iran with access to the global financial system. Risk Journal’s Richard Vanderford speaks with Oliver Wyman partner Daniel Tannebaum. Also, a federal judge brings New York’s new climate superfund law to a grinding halt. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.c

The World's Waterways Are Becoming Chokepoints Aug 28, 2026 00:32:16 From the Strait of Hormuz to Panama, pressure is building across some of the world's most important trade routes. We explore why businesses are being forced to rethink how goods move around the globe. Also, the U.S. and Canada are embroiled in their worst dispute in decades. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

What Operation Economic Outcast Means for Business Aug 26, 2026 00:18:34 Special edition: The Trump administration’s new sanctions regime against Iran reaches far beyond its borders. We explore what this new phase of economic warfare means for global companies. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should Private Companies Be Fighting Cybercriminals? Aug 21, 2026 00:39:06 A new White House initiative could allow cybersecurity firms to help the government conduct offensive operations against foreign criminal groups. Also, warehouses are ramping up automation. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How America Left Its Water Systems Open to Hackers Aug 14, 2026 00:26:49 Federal officials spent years warning that local water utilities were vulnerable to cyberattacks. This summer, those vulnerabilities became impossible to ignore. Also, the FTC is pulling back on an anti-discrimination enforcement mechanism. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a

Inside Amazon's AI Security Playbook Aug 7, 2026 00:25:57 Amazon security chief Steve Schmidt explains why artificial intelligence is accelerating both attacks and defenses, and why skilled humans remain essential. Also, new European AI rules and a surge in corporate AI-risk disclosures. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of

Your Next Board Member Might Not Be Human Jul 31, 2026 00:19:31 Companies are experimenting with AI that can participate in board discussions, but some say the technology can't replace the judgment or accountability of human directors. Also, the discussions at the forefront of global risk leaders’ minds right now relating to tech and the U.S. role in shaping it. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company

Iran Conflict Tests U.S. Power in the Gulf Jul 24, 2026 00:43:13 As fighting spreads and the Strait of Hormuz remains under threat, Washington faces questions over whether military pressure, diplomacy or both can still shape the outcome. Also, Jerry Perullo of Adversarial Risk Management on how a test of powerful frontier models at OpenAI went horribly wrong. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se

The Storm Surrounding Electric Trucking’s Hottest Startup Jul 17, 2026 00:24:35 As Windrose pursues new funding, international expansion and a potential public listing, questions over operations and governance offer a window into the challenges facing fast-growing industrial startups. Also, hackers are rebranding at a furious pace. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our

Preparing For A Less American Europe Jul 10, 2026 00:23:51 NATO’s members are spending more on defense than at any point in decades. The question now is whether they can build the capabilities needed to match the threat they face, potentially without U.S. support. Also, forever chemicals are in regulators’ crosshairs. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab

Following the Money in the World Cup’s Shadow Jul 3, 2026 00:27:57 As millions of soccer fans travel across North America, banks and regulators are using financial intelligence to identify human trafficking networks operating around the tournament. Also, Christmas is coming early for some U.S. retailers, whether they like it or not. Find out more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa

How Washington Wants To Rewire The Finance Playbook Jun 26, 2026 00:22:13 From anti-money-laundering rules to fintech partnerships and bank capital requirements, a series of policy proposals reveals a broader effort to redefine the balance among risk, oversight, and competition in the financial sector. Also, the Justice Department steps into a datacenter lawsuit on national security grounds. Learn more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast,

The Strait That Still Moves the World Jun 19, 2026 00:30:00 From the Strait of Hormuz to strategic reserves, the Iran crisis has exposed how vulnerable global energy markets remain to disruption from a single chokepoint. Plus, how the U.S. government’s ban on Chinese car software isn’t working. Learn more about Risk Journal: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use

Inside Trump’s Uncertain Iran Deal Jun 16, 2026 00:52:55 A ceasefire may be holding, but the hardest questions remain unresolved. What the Iran framework deal means for sanctions, shipping through Hormuz and the future of stability in the Middle East. Learn about Risk Journal. Visit: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Fraying Ceasefire in Iran Jun 12, 2026 00:36:15 The simmering conflict in the Middle East is raising more questions than before fighting broke out, as Israel, the U.S. and Iran teeter on the brink. Plus, airlines once touted sustainable fuel as the future. It hasn’t worked out like that. Learn about Risk Journal. Visit: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an

Your New Digital Employee May Be a Security Risk Jun 5, 2026 00:29:30 As companies embrace AI agents, cybersecurity experts warn they could become an insider threat; plus misinformation around the recent ebola and hantavirus outbreaks. To learn about Risk Journal, visit: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Minnesota Draws a Line Against Prediction Markets May 29, 2026 00:28:06 Platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are moving rapidly into the financial mainstream, triggering battles over regulation, gambling laws and market integrity. Plus, the growing environmental cost of the AI boom and the water demands of data centers. To learn about Risk Journal, visit: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c

How the Gulf Crisis Could Hit Dinner Tables Next Year May 22, 2026 00:32:49 Food producers and retailers are bracing for prolonged volatility as the Gulf conflict ripples into fertilizer markets and future harvest expectations. Also, how unrelenting crises have prompted rethinking of resiliency at multinational companies. Learn about Risk Journal. Visit: dowjones.com/riskjournal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec

Trump and Xi Meet as Superpower Pressure Builds May 15, 2026 00:37:58 The much-hyped summit between the U.S. and China leaders is pitted against a backdrop of increasing mistrust; plus one of the U.K.’s most senior antitrust regulators tells us about her priorities this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Frontier AI and the Troubled Future of Digital Defense May 8, 2026 00:44:26 As AI uncovers software flaws at unprecedented speed, governments are confronting a new reality: innovation may also empower attackers; plus U.S. Treasury Assistant Secretary Jonathan Burke on defending national security through the financial sector. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How A Ransomware Negotiator Played Both Sides of Cyberattacks May 1, 2026 00:25:07 Companies trusted him to negotiate with hackers. Prosecutors say he was helping the attackers. Also, oil theft is becoming a major issue in the South. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Tariff Refund Floodgates Are Open Apr 24, 2026 00:30:36 The U.S. government has formally opened the process for companies to claim refunds for tariffs that were struck down by the Supreme Court in February. Also, Hungary’s election could mark a significant shift in European politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hormuz Blockade Pressures Iran, But Stretches U.S. Alliances Apr 17, 2026 00:25:42 Washington is betting that cutting off Iran’s access to a critical chokepoint will force concessions, but the early impact is being felt far beyond Tehran. Also, companies are still promoting their climate credentials, despite political pressure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Fragile Pause in the Iran Conflict Apr 10, 2026 00:34:40 The U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire ahead of a deadline from President Trump that threatened widespread destruction. However, continued progress is far from certain. Also, cyber insurance is struggling to keep up with threats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Insider Trading Risks Put Prediction Markets in the Crosshairs Apr 3, 2026 00:25:44 Federal regulators have said they will more aggressively police insider trading in prediction markets, which have exploded in popularity in recent years. Also, the U.S. government issues a stark warning to banks on reporting healthcare fraud. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Security Chiefs Grapple with Looming AI Threats Mar 27, 2026 00:22:12 The annual RSAC Conference in San Francisco is dominated by artificial intelligence. This year, however, there seems to be a more pragmatic appreciation of what AI is actually doing to cyber defense. Also, fertilizer prices are worrying politicians. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Iran Conflict Begins to Hit Global Supply Chains Mar 20, 2026 00:31:51 Retaliation spreads beyond the region, with cyber activity, rising fuel prices and supply-chain disruptions offering the first signs of how the Middle East crisis could impact global business. Also, regulators are battling over prediction markets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Washington Eyes Bigger Cyber Role for Private Sector Mar 13, 2026 00:30:21 The White House’s new cyber strategy pushes companies to play a larger role in identifying and disrupting hackers, raising legal, security and geopolitical questions. Also, companies are claiming climate credits for a project that isn't completed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Dangers of a Long War With Iran Mar 6, 2026 00:34:28 Attacks are spreading across the Gulf, into the Mediterranean, and as far away as Azerbaijan and Sri Lanka. Oxford Analytica's Laura James discusses likely scenarios. Plus, the head of New York state’s top financial watchdog outlines her priorities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Iran Crisis Sends Fresh Shock Through Global Markets Mar 2, 2026 00:36:17 Special edition: Air travel disruptions, heightened security concerns and rising oil prices are rippling across supply chains and financial markets as military and political developments in the Middle East shift hour by hour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How the Iran Conflict Raises Stakes for Energy and Security Mar 1, 2026 00:29:14 Special edition: As missiles fly and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slows, Washington faces a high-risk scenario on escalation, regime change and energy market stability. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Iran Conflict is Unlikely to Be Resolved Quickly Feb 28, 2026 00:12:26 Special Edition: The U.S. military action against Iran seeks regime change, President Trump said. Facing an existential threat, Iran has signaled it is willing to use every tool in its arsenal, and the Middle East has become much more dangerous. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Supreme Court Upends Trump’s Tariff Regime Feb 27, 2026 00:28:03 With tariffs struck down and quickly replaced, trade policy enters a new legal fight, while companies sue for refunds and brace for market swings. Also, violence erupts in Mexico after a drug cartel boss is killed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. Oil Blockade Pushes Cuba to the Brink of Crisis Feb 20, 2026 00:20:40 As Washington squeezes Havana’s fuel supply, humanitarian risks mount, and the geopolitical stakes rise. Also, trade compliance professionals are in hot demand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Washington Raises Legal Pressure on Corporate Diversity Programs Feb 13, 2026 00:24:01 As the Trump administration targets diversity initiatives, Nike faces growing legal scrutiny over programs once seen as governance best practice. Also, companies find that AI isn’t a silver bullet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A More Dangerous Nuclear Order Takes Shape Feb 6, 2026 00:26:07 The expiration of the last U.S.–Russia nuclear arms control treaty removes key safeguards, increasing the risk of escalation and deepening uncertainty for governments and global business. Also, hackers are targeting unhappy company insiders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rise of the Dark Fleet is Now a Serious Global Risk Jan 30, 2026 00:21:01 Sanctions have pushed oil trade into the shadows, creating a vast fleet of aging tankers and a growing risk to global shipping, maritime safety and the environment. Also, the U.S. plan for Venezuelan oil sales has challenges and many conditions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Beijing’s Tech Push is Testing the Limits of Western Leverage Jan 23, 2026 00:28:11 China’s moves for tech self-reliance are reshaping global risk, as Beijing targets one of the West’s strongest levers of influence in advanced chips. Also, a suspicious $400,000 prediction-market trade flags risks in monetizing political outcomes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Harder World is Testing Energy Markets Jan 22, 2026 00:19:28 Special edition: At the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, our editors discuss Trump’s Greenland deal, geopolitical flashpoints and what’s ahead for energy markets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greenland, Tariffs, and the New Politics of U.S. Coercion Jan 18, 2026 00:19:41 Special edition: President Donald Trump's escalating focus on acquiring Greenland has alarmed U.S. allies, threatening to rupture trans-Atlantic relations and fragment alliances that underpin European security. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Long Can Iran’s Leaders Crack Down on Dissent? Jan 16, 2026 00:20:07 The Iranian government is facing one of the most serious challenges to its power, following the latest in a series of mass protests in recent years. Also, offshore wind farms have their day in the courts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How the Extraordinary U.S. Raid on Venezuela Escalates Global Risks Jan 9, 2026 00:23:37 The U.S. military operation in Venezuela has ushered in a new era of geopolitical risk. We discuss the implications of this shift in foreign policy and its effects on companies and markets. Also, how cyberwarfare is affecting critical infrastructure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democrats Press Trump Administration on China Forced Labor Law Dec 19, 2025 00:15:07 Lawmakers say that customs officers are stopping far fewer shipments from China’s Xianjing region per month than last year, and failing to properly enforce a 2022 law designed to protect ethnic minorities such as the Uyghurs from forced labor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the Dow Jones Risk Journal Podcast Dec 19, 2025 00:01:18 Each week we bring you inside the biggest stories shaping how business gets done -- and how executives find opportunity, navigate around trouble and stay out of regulators' crosshairs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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