51.04 TBS CROSS DIG with Bloomberg
TBS CROSS DIG with Bloomberg is a weeknight business news program co-produced by TBS Radio and Bloomberg. The show blends Bloomberg’s global market intelligence with domestic reporting, giving Finbiz teams a bilingual-friendly source for market openers and quick investor story hooks.
Program Snapshot
- Format: Live radio and podcast simulcast running approximately 60 minutes per episode.
- Broadcast Window: Weekdays at 19:00 JST on TBS Radio, with on-demand playback through the TBS Radio app, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
- Hosts: Anchored by seasoned TBS journalists who alternate with Bloomberg correspondents stationed in Tokyo, Singapore, and New York.
- Segments:
- Market Frontlines — Bloomberg analysts summarise equities, FX, and commodities ahead of the U.S. session.
- Deep Dive (掘り下げ) — Interviews with Japanese corporates, startups, or policymakers; audio clips can underpin Finbiz storyline intros.
- Global Perspective — Bloomberg bureaus relay regulatory or geopolitical developments likely to move Asia-Pacific markets.
How Finbiz Can Use It
| Need | CROSS DIG Output | Deck / Story Application |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid macro context | 5-minute Bloomberg-led summaries with charts referenced in show notes. | Convert into “market pulse” slides for Finbiz daily briefings. |
| Executive soundbites | Interview clips often come with Japanese transcripts; they pair well with Cambrian Palace visuals. | Embed quotes into story decks or investor memos, citing broadcast date. |
| Cross-border trends | Frequent coverage of U.S.–Japan tech, finance, and energy tie-ups. | Supports pipeline storytelling when pitching partnerships or expansions. |
Distribution & Archives
- Official Site: TBS Radio - CROSS DIG
- Podcast Feed: Listed on major platforms with chapter markers that simplify clipping.
- Bloomberg Collaboration: Access to Bloomberg Terminal charts; request permission for on-deck usage when exporting visuals.
Related Notes
- 51.03 Nikkei (日本経済新聞) — pairs well for print follow-up when stories break on air.
- 51.06 TV Tokyo BIZ — alternative channel for video assets referenced during the program.
- 51.01 The Cambrian Palace — complementary long-form interviews for executives featured on CROSS DIG.