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Mike Calia, NBC News Managing Editor for Business and the Economy, joins Morgan Chesky to dissect a disappointing jobs report revealing only 73,000 jobs added in July. They discuss the economic implications of downward revisions to previous months and the increasing pressures of inflation. The conversation shifts to the looming risks of stagflation and how tariffs complicate the economic landscape. Calia also elaborates on how businesses are adapting to these uncertainties while navigating rising costs and government policies.

The family of Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre passionately implores Donald Trump not to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell. NBC's Hallie Jackson joins to unpack the emotional turmoil surrounding this case. Meanwhile, Kerr County, Texas, struggles to recover from devastating flooding, facing challenges in community rebuilding and emergency response. There’s a poignant exploration of grief and resilience, blended with discussions on political implications, media narratives, and the ongoing quest for accountability amidst current events.

NBC News meteorologist Bill Karins joins Andrea Mitchell to discuss a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast and the resulting tsunami warnings for the Pacific. Karins breaks down the science of tsunami formation and shares historical safety measures. The conversation also dives into the EPA's controversial proposal to roll back climate regulations established to protect public health. Climate scientist Dr. Michael Mann emphasizes the political motivations behind these changes and the urgent need for action against climate change.

The world's leading body on hunger said today that "the worst case scenario of famine" is unfolding in the Gaza Strip. Guest host Andrea Mitchell speaks with Elidalis Burgos, a volunteer nurse in Khan Younis, about what she's seeing on the ground. Also, Tom Winter, NBC News national law enforcement and intelligence correspondent, joins to share what we know about the suspect in the New York City shooting. And Dr. Vin Gupta, NBC News medical analyst, sheds light on CTE, the brain disease the shooting suspect mentioned in a note he left at the scene. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. and E.U. have struck a trade deal, introducing a 15% tariff on most imports. Experts discuss the implications for consumer prices and the auto industry. Shifting gears, exciting new research suggests that lifestyle changes like exercise may help delay Alzheimer’s onset. Insights into the balance between genetic factors and lifestyle choices offer hope for better prevention. The conversation also touches on global events and ends with a lighthearted story about a wallet that resurfaces after years.

The U.S. and Israel walked away from ceasefire talks with Hamas, and U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff says they’ll consider “alternative options to bring the hostages home.” NBC News foreign correspondent Matt Bradley joins host Morgan Chesky to talk about where the war goes from here. Also, President Trump issued an executive order that could overhaul third party, pay-for-play payments and bidding wars in college sports. NBC News Sports Reporter Rohan Nadkarni explains what this could mean for student athletes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump heads to the Federal Reserve headquarters, ostensibly to inspect an ongoing $2.5 billion renovation to its building. But as NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans explains to host Brian Cheung, the visit represents an escalation in the tension between the president and Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Also, the U.S. Department of Education has temporarily paused student loan forgiveness for some borrowers. Vivian Tu, host of the “Networth and Chill” podcast, joins us to share how those impacted can tackle their loan repayments.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Speaker Mike Johnson has called Congress’ summer recess early. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to discuss the factors potentially playing into the early recess. Also, Bryan Kohberger was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of four Idaho University students. Dr. Ben Miller, a clinical psychologist and adjunct faculty at Stanford University School of Medicine, gives perspective on what the friends and family of the victims may need to do to get closure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.N. workers in Gaza warned this week that the hunger crisis in the enclave is entering a “death phase.” Host Yasmin Vossoughian is joined by NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel and Aaron David Miller, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, to discuss the humanitarian crisis and what it would take to end the war. Chief Washington and Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell also joins us to discuss the release of the MLK Jr. files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new study out today finds that certain genes may raise a child’s risk of obesity. As childhood obesity rates climb, the use of weight loss medications for treating this is surging too. Host Yasmin Vossoughian sits down with Dr. Casey Berman, a pediatric endocrinologist from NYU Langone Health, and one of her teenage patients to talk about the science, the safety, and the growing debate: should children be prescribed these medicines? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.