Can math equations solve inequality? - On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti (podcast)

Senior Class: Old money

Ngày 07 tháng 10 năm 2026

The Baby Boomer generation holds most of the country’s wealth. The top 10% of Boomers have some $55 trillion in assets. What effect does that lopsided wealth have on our economy and society? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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The Jackpod: One war at a time

Ngày 05 tháng 10 năm 2026

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty brings historical context to analysis that President Trump’s war with Iran has no realistic off-ramp. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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Senior Class: The oldigarchy

Ngày 05 tháng 10 năm 2026

Older Americans control more political power and wealth than ever before. It's the topic of a special series from On Point all this week -- starting with America's aging politicians. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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Senior Class: The silver ballot box

Ngày 06 tháng 10 năm 2026

Old voters dominate the ballot box in local, primary, and at times, national elections. They ensure issues like Social Security and Medicare drive the national conversation. How strong is this group's sway on electoral politics in the U.S.? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by maki…

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