Bloomberg’s “Odd Lots” podcast, hosted by journalists Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway, was the subject of a full-length New York Times profile published on 3 August. The article, headlined “Capitalists Love This Podcast. So Do Their Critics,” credits the show with helping listeners navigate a volatile economic landscape marked most recently by President Trump’s 145% tariff on Chinese goods that took effect in April. The Times highlights the program’s mix of in-depth markets analysis and accessible conversation, describing it as “essential” to understanding the current moment. The piece recounts a recent sold-out live taping in New York featuring market strategist Charlie McElligott, author Nassim Taleb, and short-seller Jim Chanos, and notes the podcast’s ability to draw both finance professionals and general audiences. Industry peers and economists applauded the recognition, with commentators citing the hosts’ willingness to question assumptions and admit missteps. Weisenthal and Alloway credited their Bloomberg production team for sustaining the show’s pace and reach.