Retirement Savings Take a First-Quarter Hit

Report Says Black America May Already Be in Recession

New economic data and analysis from the National Urban League and the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies suggest that Black Americans may already be facing recession-level challenges. The report highlights rising unemployment, shrinking economic opportunities and concerns about policy changes that advocates say disproportionately affect Black workers and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump Names Bill Pulte Acting Intelligence Chief

President Donald Trump announced that Bill Pulte, the current director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency and chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, will serve as acting director of national intelligence. The appointment places Pulte in charge of the nation's 18 intelligence agencies following the departure of Tulsi Gabbard. Critics have questioned the move because of Pulte's lack of national security experience, while supporters point to his leadership roles in housing finance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cost of Living Remains Americans’ Top Concern

A recent CNN poll shows widespread dissatisfaction with economic conditions in the United States, with many Americans citing the cost of living and rising expenses as their biggest financial challenges. The survey also found growing concern about the nation's economic outlook and the gap between higher- and lower-income households. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commodores Founding Bassist Ronald LaPread Dies at 75

Ronald LaPread, a founding member and bassist of the Commodores, has died at 75. LaPread helped shape the group's signature sound and contributed to some of its biggest hits, including "Easy," "Brick House," "Three Times a Lady," "Still" and the Grammy-winning "Nightshift." Tributes have poured in from former bandmates, including Lionel Richie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pride Month Begins With Stonewall’s Legacy

ride Month is more than a celebration. It traces its roots to the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, when LGBTQ people fought back against police raids, discrimination and criminalization. This episode explores the history of Pride and the legacy of activists who helped advance the movement for equality and liberation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.