Jan 8, 2020

What a disinformation campaign from Iran might look like

Protesters hold pictures of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani during a demonstration outside the U.S. consulate in Istanbul on Jan. 5. Yasin Akgul/AFP via Getty Images

Today we take a look at the tools for cyber warfare Iran has at its disposal, and the market reaction to last night's missile attack in Iraq.

Segments From this episode

Iran could be ramping up a fake news campaign

by Scott Tong

Jan 8, 2020

Iran's had a history of cyber propaganda meant to rally support in the Middle East.

Protesters hold pictures of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani during a demonstration outside the U.S. consulate in Istanbul on Jan. 5.

Yasin Akgul/AFP via Getty Images

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Adventures in Housing

The multigenerational household

by Maria Hollenhorst

Jan 8, 2020

“There is no singular path to success or even home ownership in this country. You need to do what works for you.”

Mike and Silvia Kersh, Jill, Sam, Lucy, and Jack Weaver at their home in Pleasanton, California.

Courtesy of the Weavers

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Iran tensions sent global markets into a frenzy. They were quick to rebound.

by Kai Ryssdal and Bennett Purser

Jan 8, 2020

Is this cause for optimism? Not so fast, says one expert.

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on January 08, 2020 in New York City.

Spencer Platt/Getty Images

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How potential trade deals could affect farmers

by Andie Corban and Kai Ryssdal

Jan 8, 2020

Illinois farmer Brian Duncan is hopeful about business in 2020 as the USMCA and a trade deal with China move forward.

Joern Pollex/Getty Images

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The Season

Another year of "retail apocalypse"? Not quite.

by Marielle Segarra

Jan 8, 2020

With more consumers shopping online, the in-store experience remains crucial to keeping brick-and-mortar alive.

Consumers continue to shop online more and more, leading to the closure of brick-and-mortar stores.

Scott Olson/Getty Images

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Music from the episode

Chamakay Blood Orange

The Bargain Store Dolly Parton

Who Will Save Your Soul - Instrumental The Hit Crew

Earthforms Matthew Dear

The Journey Tom Misch

Eple Röyksopp

The team

Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer

Maria Hollenhorst Producer II

Sean McHenry Director & Associate Producer II

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