The Dip
From rising prices at the checkout to shifting power in the world’s biggest boardrooms, we connect the dots between headlines and the hidden dynamics driving them. With expert voices and sharp reporting, hosts Daniel Winter and Kassandra Sundt break down the business stories that matter, why they matter, and how they affect you. Whether it’s the latest twists in global trade, the future of work, or the big bets being made in tech and finance, The Dip is your essential guide.
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Who’s really benefiting from the Iran-US ‘deal’
The dust is settling after a new US-Iran deal, but one question still matters: is this economic crisis over? Oil prices have decreased on the news that a Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the two countries, but that MOU is still lacking details and leaves a lot to the imagination. Critics are now asking whether the biggest winner when it comes to cold, hard cash, is actually Tehran.
The EU’s $2 Trillion Taiwan Problem
A conflict over Taiwan wouldn’t just be a regional crisis, it could wipe $2 trillion off Europe’s economy in a single year. That’s worse than the financial crisis from 2008 or Covid.
Business as usual: The German-Russia tie that won't die
Could German companies return to Russia? We speak with Andreas Jahn (German Association for SMEs) and Russia expert John Lough about collapsing trade, rising risks, and whether business with Russia still makes sense.
How Ukraine built its drone mega-industry from scratch
Ukraine is scaling drone warfare at an unprecedented pace, using low cost systems to strike far beyond the frontlines and shift the fight from manpower to machines. A fast growing, decentralized production network, backed by the state and shaped by battlefield feedback, is driving this transformation.
Could Chinese tech shut Europe down?
Could Chinese-made tech threaten Europe’s power grids, cars and homes? The Dip unpacks hardware backdoors, solar inverters, robot vacuums and the fight for digital sovereignty.
Why German companies are pivoting to defense
Germany now already has more production capacity for conventional ammunition than the United States. Will this help the sector, which has been struggling for years?
Is the data wrong? Why we could already be in a global recession
The numbers say we're not yet in recession but the data could be hiding a nasty reality. On this episode of The Dip, we’re looking at the risks to Europe with Guntram Wolff from the Bruegel Institute and the Americas with Ricardo Hausmann, all to answer the question: Are we already in a recession?
Can Europe finally ditch US Tech?
Technology has become a geopolitical battleground, and France’s decision to move millions of government computers off Microsoft Windows highlights Europe’s concern over dependence on US tech firms for infrastructure.
The 'polycrisis' the world is ignoring and what financial leaders are bracing for in the middle of an oil-crisis
A tangle of economic shocks, supply‑chain fractures and energy disruptions are now feeding into each other. In this episode of The Dip, we break down what this moment reveals about the fragility of the global system.
The business case for space and why small modular reactors could change everything about nuclear energy
Around the world, governments and businesses are spending billions on space travel. Critics call this investment simply vanity projects. But, our guest says it's all going to pay off. Plus, we look at how small modular nuclear reactors are quietly emerging from the shadow of nuclear energy's past disasters.
Why China is winning the Iran war, plus the impact of the conflict on the cost of housing
Oil prices are surging as President Trump threatens to invade a key Iranian oil export hub. But China may be better prepared than anyone expected and could come out ahead.
How conflict is driving food prices, plus Iran's war economy explained
The Iran war is driving up oil, fertilizer, and food costs, with ripple effects from the Strait of Hormuz to farms, supermarkets and Iran's own economy.
How AI entered the War Room, with ex-OpenAI board member, Helen Toner. Plus: Europe's next energy crisis
When AI helps shape deadly outcomes, who is responsible? And: Is Europe ready for its next energy price shock?
Oil prices whiplash as US-Iran war sparks historic reserve release
Oil markets are whiplashing as conflict spreads across in the Persian Gulf, turning crude into the world’s most powerful geopolitical pressure point. Prices are swinging wildly. Now, the IEA announced a historic release of 400 million barrels of reserves. But will it slow down the spiraling oil and gas prices?
Iran war sends shock waves through global economy & Hollywood turns to the gaming industry for new IP
US strikes in Iran trigger a shock: Prices jump. Markets panic. The epicenter is in the Gulf region — but this wave won't stop at the shoreline.
How economic warfare is changing the world
Economic warfare is reshaping trade and tech. In this episode, Edward Fishman, author of Chokepoints, explains the dollar’s power, Trump’s tariff setback, China’s leverage, and why Europe is still chasing economic security.
India's plan to take the lead on AI, and Germany's defense ramp up
India’s AI Impact Summit ends with $210B in data-center pledges but experts warn automation could hit India’s IT jobs. Meanwhile, Germany explores a European nuclear deterrant.
Crypto Gambling or Forecasting Tool? The Polymarket Debate
Polymarket is growing fast, allowing people to bet on politics and global trends. Supporters call it a tool for understanding public sentiment, while critics warn of misinformation, manipulation, and financial risks.
Why the West can't quit China
Can the West break free from China's grip on critical minerals and space tech? A reality check on America's new alliance and Europe's struggle to catch up in satellites and launch capabilities.
How the US is beating China in the AI race — at least, for now
AI investment in the United States is nearly quadruple what China saw in the same decade. But what will the next decade hold? Meanwhile gold prices are rocketing up yet again.
Will Trump's Greenland obsession result in a tariff meltdown?
US President Trump arrived in Davos with apparently one thing on his mind: Greenland. He said it's vital for US and international security, and was apparently willing to use his favorite tool (tariffs) to get what he wanted. But a surprising U-Turn means there might be a deal on the table. For now, at least.
Can the Fed stay independent under Trump? US military action upends oil markets
The US Department of Justice is investigating Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over alleged cost overruns on building renovations. At least, that's the story on paper. When you zoom out, it's clear that the Trump administration has been putting the pressure on Powell for months to lower interest rates, and this might just be the latest tactic. But will it backfire?
Nvidia & Mercedes link up in AI car tech, plus the struggle to innovate in healthcare
CES 2026 makes it official: cars are becoming software. Plus whether innovation can make US healthcare better.
Does Taylor Swift prove that women have to act like men to succeed in business?
Taylor Swift is one of music’s current icons. Her albums and merch fly off the shelves, her songs top streaming charts and tours can even bolster national economies. What can economists learn from her?
How wealth inequality is spiraling in America
Something strange is happening in the US. While high interest rates are helping the richest people grow the value of their assets, an uptick in debt costs or inflation at the store can be devasting for the bottom 50%.
America's biggest shift in federal drug policy in 50 years
Trump moves cannabis to Schedule III as a New York social equity founder and a drug policy expert speak to DW about who really benefits from America’s new federal regulations.
Q&A: Hollywood wars and US’s oil sanctions on Venezuela
It’s our weekly Q&A segment, where we answer your questions about the biggest financial stories.
Is Trump starting a new oil war in Venezuela?
The US has been ramping up economic pressure on Venezuela for years. But since the second inauguration of President Trump, the pressure is bordering more and more on military action instead of just economic.
Q&A: Skincare for kids & holiday shopping embraces AI
It’s our weekly Q&A episode where we take your burning questions and put them to the experts who can give you the best answers. We explore how kids are getting their hands on expensive skincare products.
America's $1tn shopping binge and beauty brands chasing kids
US shoppers are splurging their way through a trillion dollar holiday season while beauty brands chase kids with skincare products.
Q&A: Rising US healthcare costs, and the ethics of gene editing
This week we look at why politicians in the US can’t seem to tackle spiraling healthcare costs – even when it hurts their own voters. Then we turn to the newest conversation around gene-edited embyros.
Why US health bills are set to go even higher, plus the startups offering designer babies
Americans pay far more for health care than Europeans, facing huge surgery bills and rising premiums as Obamacare subsidies near expiration and Trump and Congress fight over what comes next.
Q&A: Syria's bounceback and China's rare earths revenge
China rare earths, Syria’s unelected leader and the true cost of green energy collide in a fast-paced listener mailbag, as experts unpack trade wars, tense Israel Syria ties and how “clean” renewables really are.
Why America's green energy retreat could hand China an edge
President Trump’s rollback of green subsidies could be causing the US to fall behind China in competitiveness, plus how much faith Syrians can place in their new leadership as the country rebuilds.
Q&A: Is Tesla overvalued?
Does Tesla's valuation justify Elon Musk's trillion-dollar pay package? We put your questions to our panel of economic experts!
Elon’s trillion dollar ideas, Chinese EVs leaving the US in the dust
The dust is settling on the trillion dollar pay package being offered to Elon Musk if he can lead Tesla to meet some incredibly ambitious targets in the near future.
Q&A: Who's ditching the dollar, and the real reason food is so expensive
We take a look at the real season everyday items like food are getting so expensive, which countries are looking beyond the dollar and why, and even dip into whether NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani's policies are "radical."
Currencies threatening dollar dominance, the Mamdani economic experiment
Threats of "de-dollarization" have bubbled up for years. But how realistic is this concern? Then we turn our attention to NYC where a new mayor-elect wants to implement progressive strategies. We're joined by DW's Mathis Richtmann, and Daniel McDowell (the author of "Bucking the Buck") to discuss the dollar. While, State Street Economist Cameron Fen breaks down Zohran Mamdani's economic policies.
Q&A: How the US is attracting EU businesses despite rising costs
The Dip’s Daniel Winter takes on your questions in this Q&A episode. From whether we can expect food prices to ever decrease (and if so, which ones) to how EU officials are trying to make the bloc competitive.
US-China trade deal, soaring food prices
China analyst Clifford Coonan talks about the recent deal between the US and China and how much of it is diplomacy vs real economic change. Then retail guru Phil Lempert breaks down why food prices in the US continue climbing. We also hear from Buenos Aires where Argentina’s President Javier Milei is pursuing severe austerity and reform amidst deep economic pain.
Throwing out climate goals for AI, how to boost Europe's struggling startups | The Dip Podcast
Hosts Steven Beardsley and Kassandra Sundt dig into listener questions about the global money landscape, from the rise of AI and the energy demands driving it, to Europe’s struggle to scale tech innovation, and the dilemma facing German automakers against the backdrop of an evolving electric vehicle era.
Quantum computing on the horizon, but concerns about EU tech funding remain
Quantum computing could revolutionize business as we know it, but does the EU have deep enough pockets to fuel growth? We start off talking to Haim Israel from Bank of America about what he sees as the potential for quantum computing. Then, we talk to the European Investment Bank’s Nadia Calviño about how Europe can keep growing startups within the bloc.
Q&A: Ukraine’s economy surviving, cyber security challenges in the spotlight
In this week’s Q&A edition, we look at how Ukraine’s economy has been able to function after three and a half years of war. For answers, we turn to DW’s Kyiv Correspondent Rebecca Ritters. Then, listeners wanted to know whether American and Chinese actions are being judged unfairly, DW’s China Analyst, Clifford Coonan, puts the messaging from Beijing in the spotlight.
US-China trade war heats up and cyberattacks are on the rise
Beijing tightens export controls on rare earths while Donald Trump threatens additional 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. DW's Rick Glauert explains what leverage China can draw upon. Then James Andrew Lewis of the Center for Strategic and International Studies talks about how ransomware is hammering firms and why basic cyber defenses still matter, plus a look at looming quantum threats.
Q&A: Is Russia's war economy facing collapse?
Kassandra and Daniel tackle listener questions in our Q&A edition: how to read markets when official data is delayed, why Germany’s economy keeps stalling, whether Chinese EVs are outpacing German carmakers, and what Ukraine’s drone strikes mean for Russia’s fuel output.
Gold and bitcoin on a tear, German cars in the dumps
The German auto industry is dragging down the country’s economy, but politicians and individual companies are pointing fingers while claiming to buckle down. Another drag on the German auto sector? US President Trump’s tariffs. But despite “the flood the zone” economic policies from the Trump administration and the government shutdown, gold, bitcoin and the markets are all on a tear.
Q&A: How will the TikTok deal change the algorithm?
We answer your questions about the TikTok deal between the US and China, as well as respond to your criticism that we are too harsh on the world’s number two economy. We turned to DW’s East Asia Correspondent for insight on the Chinese economy, and Geopolitical Risk Advisory’s Elizabeth Stephens for more on the TikTok deal.
Will the government shutdown break the US economy?
Parts of the US government have shut down as politicians fight over spending, leaving millions of workers and businesses in limbo. At the same time, Wall Street is buzzing about whether the boom in AI stocks is the start of a new era or just another bubble ready to burst.
Q&A: Can AI fund itself using crypto?
We answer your questions about tariffs, trade wars, and tech investing, including why governments use tariffs, how they hurt consumers, and when they might be politically tempting. We also dig into whether AI firms could just "mint" their own crypto to fund themselves, and why Nvidia’s planned $100 billion investment in OpenAI is more than just a headline-grabber.
Myths and realities of the US skilled labor shortage
President Trump is raising the government fee for the H1B visa to $100,000. The Dip team digs into what this means for the start-up scene in the US and whether founders will pay up. Then we head to New York where President Trump met with his Argentine counterpart to lend his support to the embattled South American leader.
Trailer: The Dip
From rising prices at the checkout to shifting power in the world’s biggest boardrooms, we connect the dots between headlines and the hidden dynamics driving them. With expert voices and sharp reporting, hosts Daniel Winter and Kassandra Sundt break down the business stories that matter, and how they affect you. Join us twice a week to find out how financial stories are affecting you.
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