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188 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 5 years ago - ★★★★ - 65 ratingsQuickTake is a global news network delivering up-to-the-minute news and analysis on the most complex issues and biggest trends today. Taking the day's top stories and breaking them down for you. Come curious. Leave smarter. For more, follow us @quicktake..
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Midterm's Reality Check
October 22, 2018 21:00 - 13 minutesWith two weeks to go before the midterms, Democrats and Republicans are sprinting to the finish line. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Washington bureau chief Craig Gordon on what the latest polls are saying and the role President Trump is playing in the GOP's attempt to hold onto power. FOLLOW UP You can follow Craig at: @dcraiggordon ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow up wit...
The Dangerous Trek to America
October 19, 2018 21:00 - 11 minutesLeaving everything they know and love behind, thousands of Honduran migrants are making the dangerous trek to the U.S.-Mexico border. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg News Central America reporter Michael McDonald on the difficult journey they face and why they've chosen to make it. FOLLOW UP Michael's latest report: Trump’s Threats Fail to Deter Migrants Fleeing Gangs and Drought You can follow Michael at: @mdmcdonald ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeye...
Inside Facebook's Election War Room
October 18, 2018 21:00 - 12 minutesThe world’s largest social network has assembled an elite team. Its mission: to root out malicious activity, fake news and election interference. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg TV anchor Emily Chang about the work being done inside Facebook's War Room. FOLLOW UP Emily's latest report: Why Has Facebook Created a War Room? You can follow Emily at: @emilychangtv ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. ...
The Potentate Wildcard in Mueller's Probe
October 17, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesBloomberg News has learned that Special Counsel Robert Mueller is getting close to issuing findings on core aspects of his Russia probe. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Chris Strohm on what to expect from the report, which is forecast to land after the midterm elections. FOLLOW UP Chris's latest report: Mueller Ready to Deliver Key Findings in His Trump Probe, Sources Say You can follow Chris at: @cstrohm ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), prod...
A New Day for Marijuana
October 16, 2018 21:00 - 12 minutesWednesday across Canada, the legal sale of marijuana will take effect. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News cannabis reporter Kristine Owram on what exactly is now legal and when the U.S. will follow suit. FOLLOW UP Kristine's latest report: As Cannabis D-Day Approaches, Winners and Losers Set to Emerge You can follow Kristine at: @KristineOwram ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow...
Affirmative Action's Future
October 15, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesA court case is underway in Boston that could ultimately determine the future of affirmative action. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Peter Jeffrey about the case and how it could end up at the Supreme Court and hinge on the vote of newly-minted Justice Brett Kavanaugh. FOLLOW UP Peter's latest report: Harvard Fight With Conservatives Over Admissions Could Reach Kavanaugh You can follow Peter at: @peter_jeffrey ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers),...
The World is Watching Saudi Arabia
October 12, 2018 21:00 - 13 minutesThe fallout from the disappearance of prominent Saudi government critic Jamal Khashoggi continues to be felt around the world. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Beirut bureau chief Donna Abu-Nasr who not only knows Khashoggi personally, but who was also one of the Bloomberg reporters who recently interviewed the man many believe is behind his disappearance, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. FOLLOW UP Donna's latest report: Saudi Arabia’s Troubled Revolution You can follow Donna a...
Why Trump vs. the Fed Matters
October 11, 2018 21:00 - 12 minutesPresident Trump continues to call out the Federal Reserve and chairman Jerome Powell, who Trump selected for the role himself. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Fed reporter Jeanna Smialek on why that matters and what it means for your wallet. FOLLOW UP Jeanna latest report: Trump Calls Federal Reserve ‘Loco’ in New Attacks You can follow Jeanna at: @jeannasmialek ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New Yor...
Hurricane Michael's Fury
October 10, 2018 21:00 - 13 minutesHurricane Michael has made landfall in the Florida Panhandle. Now, all eyes are on the of destruction it leaves behind as it heads inland. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News weather reporter Brian K. Sullivan on how this storm became surprisingly powerful overnight. FOLLOW UP Brian's latest report: Michael Makes Landfall as Strongest Mainland Storm in 14 Years You can follow Brian at: @WeatherSullivan ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced...
The Mysterious Disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi
October 09, 2018 21:00 - 15 minutesIt has been one week since Saudi journalist and Washington Post contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggi was last seen alive. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg's Marc Champion on who might be involved in his disappearance and why. FOLLOW UP Marc's latest report: Turkey’s Bizarre Conspiracy Case Against an American Pastor You can follow Marc at: @MarcChampion1 ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You c...
The UN's $2.4 Trillion Warning on Climate Change
October 08, 2018 21:00 - 14 minutesOn Monday, the United Nations put a price tag and a deadline on what it says is needed to avoid the catastrophic damage of climate change. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg sustainability editor Eric Roston on whether the warnings are enough to produce actual change. FOLLOW UP Eric's latest report: How the Climate-Change Debate Has Shifted, Not Ended You can follow Eric at: @eroston ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide ...
How Real Change Can Come to #MeToo
October 05, 2018 21:00 - 15 minutesIt has been one year since the New York Times published its first article detailing decades of alleged sexual misconduct against Harvey Weinsten. David speaks to Bloomberg News diversity reporter Jordyn Holman on what has changed over the past year...and what hasn't. FOLLOW UP Jordyn latest report: #MeToo’s First Year Ends With More Than 425 Accused You can follow Jordyn at: @JordynJournals ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Wo...
Vanishing Local News Coverage Is Bad for Voting
October 04, 2018 21:00 - 7 minutesA recent Duke University study says the quaintly and quality of local news is dropping. These 'news deserts' across the country are leading to lower voter turnout and unchecked government officials. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News reporter Riley Griffin. FOLLOW UP Riley's latest: Local News Is Dying, and It’s Taking Small Town America With It You can follow Riley at @rileyraygriffin ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg...
The Life or Death Race to Get Aid to Indonesia
October 04, 2018 14:30 - 13 minutes(Sorry we're late!) In a race against time, responders and nonprofit organizations are rushing to the city of Palu, Indonesia following last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami. David Meyers speaks with Susan Mangicaro, the Emergency Team Lead for International Medical Corps, on her team's efforts to get aid to those who need it. FOLLOW UP You can learn more about International Medical Corps’ relief efforts at: internationalmedicalcorps.org ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted ...
The Facebook Hack No One is Talking About
October 02, 2018 21:00 - 12 minutesIt's the worst data breach in Facebook history. But it's hardly being talked about. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Sarah Frier about the security breach to Facebook's system that affected almost 50 million users and why it's not dominating the headlines. FOLLOW UP Sarah's latest: Facebook's Worst Security Breach Hammers User Trust Once Again You can follow Sarah at @sarahfrier ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwi...
The New and Improved Nafta?
October 01, 2018 21:00 - 12 minutesOn Monday, President Trump touted a brand new trade deal with Canada and Mexico that will put an end to Nafta. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Josh Wingrove about the winners and losers in the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. FOLLOW UP Josh's latest: Trump Lauds New Nafta Deal, Chides Tariff ‘Babies’ You can follow Josh at @josh_wingrove ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow u...
Kavanaugh, Ford and America's Divide: Part 2
September 28, 2018 21:00 - 13 minutesJudge Brett Kavanaugh's chance to sit on the Supreme Court remains in doubt. The day after an emotional hearing where Kavanaugh and his accuser Christine Blasey Ford both told their sides of the story, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced his nomination to a full Senate vote...but with a hitch. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Washington, D.C. Bureau Chief Craig Gordon on the dramatic turn of events Friday on Capitol Hill and what happens next. FOLLOW UP You can follow Craig at: @d...
Kavanaugh, Ford and America's Divide
September 27, 2018 21:00 - 16 minutesMillions of American's watched Thursday as Professor Christine Blasey Ford and Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh defended themselves in front of the world. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News White House reporter Shannon Pettypiece and Bloomberg News Gender and Diversity reporter Jordyn Holman about this watershed moment in U.S. history and what it means for Kavanaugh's nomination. FOLLOW UP Shannon's latest report: Kavanaugh Versus His Accuser: A Showdown for the ‘Me Too’ Era You can...
Why It's Anyone's Guess What Happens After the Kavanaugh Hearing
September 26, 2018 21:00 - 11 minutesThe day before Brett Kavanaugh is excepted to face off with his original accuser, a third woman has stepped forward with her own claims of sexual misconduct. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Sahil Kapur on how the ongoing scandal is becoming an ongoing problem for the GOP. FOLLOW UP Sahil's Latest: Kavanaugh Battle Squeezes GOP Between Base and Women Voters You can follow Sahil at: @sahilkapur --- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomber...
A Year After Hurricane Maria, Tradition Helps an Island Heal
September 25, 2018 21:00 - 12 minutesOver a year ago, Puerto Rico bore the brunt of Hurricane Maria's wrath. But the small Caribbean island of Dominica was also hit. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Karen Toulon who recently visited the island. She spent time there as a child and reports how its traditions survived the storm as the island rebuilds. FOLLOW UP Karen's latest: Hurricane Maria Leveled an Island But Left This Tradition Alive You can follow Karen at: @karentoulon ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by Dav...
The Fate and Future of Rod Rosenstein
September 24, 2018 21:00 - 9 minutesThe future of Rod Rosenstein, the man who oversees Robert Mueller's Russia investigation, is in doubt. After conflicting reports Monday that he was out of a job, he'll now meet with President Trump Thursday to discuss his future. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Chief Content Officer Marty Schenker about what's at stake for the Mueller investigation if Rosenstein is out of a job. FOLLOW UP You can follow Marty at @mschenker ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@d...
This Poll Is Striking Fear Into the GOP
September 21, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesAn internal GOP poll obtained by Bloomberg Businessweek depicts a grim outlook for Republicans in the midterm elections. David Meyers speaks to Businessweek reporter Josh Green on how he got his hands on the damning survey and what it says about President Trump. FOLLOW UP Josh's latest report: Internal GOP Poll: Pelosi Beats Trump in a Head-to-Head Matchup You can follow Josh at: @JoshuaGreen ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg ...
Why Al Gore is Optimistic About the End of the World
September 20, 2018 21:00 - 9 minutesIn an on-camera interview with Bloomberg Businessweek, former Vice President Al Gore remains optimistic about about the future of climate change despite mounting opposition from the White House. David Meyers speaks with Businessweek editor Joel Weber about the interview and why Gore thinks the sustainability revolution is key to saving the planet. FOLLOW UP Joel's latest: Al Gore Beholds the Climate Apocalypse and Is Still Optimistic You can follow Joel at: @joelwebershow ---- TicToc is a ...
The Curious Case of Elon Musk
September 19, 2018 21:00 - 11 minutesElon Musk's tenure as CEO of Tesla has been a long and winding road. And the latest development, a Bloomberg News report that Musk is under investigation by the Justice Department, is just the latest blow to one of Silicon Valley's biggest names. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News reporter Dana Hull on what the investigation means for Musk. FOLLOW UP Dana's latest: Tesla Criminal Probe Into Musk Tweet Seen Opening Pandora’s Box You can follow Dana at: @danahull ---- TicToc is a daily ...
A Supreme Court Showdown in the #MeToo Era
September 18, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesBrett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court was all but a sure thing and expected to change the courts and the country for decades to come. But a movement decades in the making is possibly upending Kavanuagh’s nomination. David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg News Supreme Court reporter Greg Stohr on if the GOP can still confirm him and the risks that might come with it. FOLLOW UP Greg latest: Feinstein Refers Mystery Kavanaugh Info to FBI, Sparking Confusion You can follow Greg at: ...
Coca-Cola's Move to Take Marijuana Mainstream
September 17, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesBloomberg News has learned that Coca-Cola is in talks with a Canadian marijuana producer for a drink infused with a chemical derived from marijuana. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Craig Giammona on what Coca-Cola's move to take marijuana mainstream means for one of the world's largest beverage companies. FOLLOW UP Craig's latest: Coca-Cola Is Eyeing the Cannabis Market You can follow Craig at: @SitkaWriter ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), p...
10 Years After the Collapse of Lehman Brothers
September 14, 2018 21:00 - 8 minutesIt's been 10 years since the collapse of Wall Street's Lehman Brothers, the turning point for a financial crisis that sent shock waves around the world. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Executive Editor Joe Weisenthal on what happened then, and what potential bubbles we should be watching now. FOLLOW UP You can follow Joe at@TheStalwart ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow up wit...
U.S. East Coast Braces for Hurricane Florence
September 13, 2018 21:00 - 7 minutesThe outer bands of Hurricane Florence reached the Carolina coast, bringing stinging winds and lashing rain. The storm is expected to make landfall overnight. Claire Obusan speaks with Bloomberg News reporter Brian K. Sullivan. FOLLOW UP Brian's latest: Florence Begins Assault on Carolina Outer Banks, Landfall Looms You can follow Brian @WeatherSullivan ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can foll...
The Case For Paying NCAA Athletes
September 12, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesA trial is underway in a California courtroom that might lead to athletes being allowed the right to share in the profits they help generate on and off the field. But does the NCAA hold the upper hand in the case? David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Business of Sports reporter Eben Novy-Williams. FOLLOW UP Eben's latest: Athletes Put NCAA Back in Hot Seat in Push to Undo Pay Limits You can follow Eben at @novy_williams ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmey...
The Strategy Behind Apple's New iPhones
September 11, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesApple is set to unveil three new iPhones Wednesday. But does its strategy behind the models say something about the future of the world's most valuable public company? David Meyers speaks to Bloomberg News Apple reporter Mark Gurman. FOLLOW UP Mark's latest: Apple to Kick Off Product Blitz with iPhone Xs Line, Watches You can follow Mark at @markgurman ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follo...
Why a Democratic House is a Nightmare for Trump
September 10, 2018 21:00 - 9 minutesThe midterm elections are less than two months away. The chances the Democrats take back the House are high. But what's on the agenda if a Blue Wave washes over the GOP-controlled House? David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News National Correspondent Sahil Kapur. FOLLOW UP Sahil's latest: Trump Scrutiny Would Intensify If Democrats Win House Majority You can follow Sahil at @sahilkapur ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide ...
The Colin Kaepernick Effect
September 07, 2018 21:00 - 9 minutesThe NFL season is in full swing Sunday, but all eyes are on a certain ad campaign off the field. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Business of Sports reporter Eben Novy-Williams and Bloomberg News diversity reporter Jordyn Holman about Nike and Colin Kaepernick. FOLLOW UP Eben's latest: Calls to #BoycottNike Don't Crack Top Five on the Outrage Meter You can follow Eben at @novy_williams You can follow Jordyn at @JordynJournals ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (...
The Proposed 'Formula' for a Trump-Mueller Interview
September 06, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutesRudy Giuliani says there's now a proposal that lays out a 'formula' for a possible interview between President Trump and Robert Mueller. But as yet another controversy engulfs the White House, will an interview ever happen? David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News White House Reporter Shannon Pettypiece. FOLLOW UP Shannon's latest: Mueller Offered a ‘Formula’ for Trump Interview, Giuliani Says You can follow Shannon at @spettypi ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@da...
The Bombshell Stories in Bob Woodward's "Fear"
September 05, 2018 21:00 - 9 minutesLegendary journalist Bob Woodward is out with a new book that pulls back the curtain on President Trump's White House. What are the claims in "Fear," and do they even matter to a divided country? David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Chief Content Officer Marty Schenker. FOLLOW UP You can follow Marty at @mschenker ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow up with us and watch our reportin...
Mrs. Sandberg and Mr. Dorsey Go to Washington
September 04, 2018 21:00 - 9 minutesFacebook's Sheryl Sandberg and Twitter's Jack Dorsey head to Capitol Hill Wednesday where they'll face touch questions on their companies roles in U.S. politics. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News technology reporter Sarah Frier on what to expect. FOLLOW UP Sarah's latest: Who’s in Charge of Protecting Social Media from Election Interference? You can follow Sarah at @sarahfrier ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ...
Texas-sized bet on an eSports stadium
August 31, 2018 21:00 - 8 minutesThe home of the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers is making a $10 million bet on an eSports stadium. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg's Amanda Albright on why the city of Arlington, Texas wants a piece of the fast-growing world of competitive video games. FOLLOW UP Amanda's latest: Cowboys. Rangers. Fortnite? A Texas City Bets on Esports Stadium You can follow Andrew at @amanda_albright ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worl...
Life in Venezuela
August 30, 2018 21:00 - 8 minutesVenezuela is in shambles. There's extreme poverty, hunger, disease and thousands are fleeing. David Meyers speaks with Bloomberg News Caracas reporter Andrew Rosati for a firsthand account of life in Venezuela FOLLOW UP Andrew's latest: Life Without Water: Sweaty, Smelly, and Furious in Caracas You can follow Andrew at @andrewrosati ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can follow up with us and wat...
The Past, Present, and Future of NAFTA
August 29, 2018 21:00 - 8 minutesCan Nafta — and the relationship between the U.S. and Canada — be salvaged before a Friday deadline? David Meyers speaks with Josh Wingrove from the Ottawa bureau of Bloomberg News about the fallout between Trump and Trudeau. FOLLOW UP Josh's latest: Canadian Unity on NAFTA Cracks in Latest Trudeau-Trump Showdown. You can follow Josh at @josh_wingrove. ---- TicToc is a daily news podcast hosted by David Meyers (@davidfmeyers), produced at Bloomberg Worldwide HQ in New York City. You can foll...