Episodes
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Can cap and trade work in the US?
Washington State's cap and trade system represents a significant test case for U.S. climate policy.
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What's up with all the ads for law firms?
Lawyers were historically prohibited from advertising, leading to challenges for new firms in attracting clients.
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How Venezuela imploded (update)
Venezuela's economic collapse was largely attributed to poor management during prosperous oil boom years.
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What's THAT got to do with economics?
Planet Money's strong promise challenges hosts to find economic connections in even the most obscure topics.
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Veep-onomics
Both JD Vance and Tim Walz showcase unique economic perspectives that reflect breaks from traditional party norms.
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How to save 10,000 fingers
Table saws are responsible for tens of thousands of injuries each year, highlighting a pressing need for safety technologies.
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Can money buy happiness?
The 2010 study by Kahneman and Deaton established the idea of a happiness plateau at around $75,000, suggesting that more money does not necessarily lead to increased happiness.
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99 Percent Invisible: The White Castle System of Eating Houses
White Castle is recognized as the first fast-food restaurant, establishing a precedent for cleanliness, efficiency, and standardized service that many chains have emulated.
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Rate Expectations
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates soon, which could significantly alter the housing market.
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Is AI overrated or underrated?
The potential of AI in transforming industries is substantial, but its current application and effectiveness are often overstated.
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Summer camp capitalism
JA Biz Town provides kids with a hands-on experience in financial literacy and running a business.
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Bingo! (Presidential debate edition)
Election seasons generate vast amounts of economic jargon, making it challenging for the public to engage.
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How to fix a housing shortage
The housing crisis in cities like Minneapolis is exacerbated by a critical shortage of available homes, emphasizing the need for innovative housing solutions.
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Summer School 8: Big ideas and life lessons from Marx, Keynes and Smith and more
The intertwining of good and bad news in society reflects a broader understanding of economic progress and challenges.
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The trade fraud detective
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Summer School 7: The Great Depression, the New Deal and how it changed our economy
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The hidden world behind your new "banking" app
Fintech companies like Yada can resemble traditional banks but often skirt crucial regulations.
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Summer School 6: China, Taiwan and how nations grow rich
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Will the Olympics break breakdancing?
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Summer School 5: 250 years of trade history in three chapters
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