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The weak spot in this job market
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The rate of jobless Americans who’ve been out of work for over 27 weeks — also known as “long-term unemployed” — hit 26% in December, accord...
New year, new mayor, New York
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, WNYC reporter Brigid Bergin joins Kimberly to talk about New York City’s brand new Mayor Zohran Mamdani, whose campaign on afford...
The worst year for job creation since 2020
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
According to the just-released December jobs report, only 50,000 people were hired last month, fewer than expected. Overall, the month capped off the ...
In Altadena, attempting to rebuild for resilience
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Altadena residents eager to build more fire-resistant new homes run up against obstacles of expense, labor, availability of materials, and of course, ...
Iran's government cuts internet access
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: The Iranian government has shut down internet access in response to ongoing protests, with demonstrators calling for the r...
Bytes: Week in Review – New year, new state AI laws, new showdown with Trump admin.
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
X, formerly Twitter, is facing a global backlash because users are directing the platform's AI chatbot, Grok, to generate non-consensual intimate imag...
Productivity climbs — without hiring to match
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Labor economists will tell ya, productivity growth leads to more hiring. The idea is, once a company is operating more efficiently, they’ll try expa...
Venezuela and Trump's new Monroe Doctrine
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the wake of U.S. military action in Venezuela, including the capture of the country’s leader Nicolás Maduro, we’re left with questions about w...
The surveillance state comes for grocery stores
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Supermarket chain Wegmans has made headlines this week for their use of surveillance technology on customers. But they’re far from the only retailer...
After LA fires, struggles for the homes still standing
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The homes still left standing after last year’s Eaton Fire face their own set of questions and challenges. What types of structures stand up better ...
A bumpy ride ahead for bond markets
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: After a rocky 2025, many analysts expect a similarly unsettled 2026. Plus, a new study indicates faster weight gain after ...
Surveillance cameras livestreamed for the internet to see
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For the past couple months, YouTube technologist Benn Jordan has been investigating Flock Safety surveillance cameras. With the help of 404 Media, the...
Labor market anxieties grow
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The job market has been steadily losing steam and workers have noticed. Though the unemployment rate remains fairly low, some groups are experiencing ...
Post-fire, families weigh staying or leaving
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The estimated value of the homes wiped out by the Eaton and Palisades fires one year ago? $27 billion. On a single street in Altadena, 15 houses were ...
Thousands stranded amid flight cancellations in Amsterdam
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: One of Europe's busiest airports has canceled more than 700 flights today as a disruption caused by snow and ice enters a ...
Farming in the digital age
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over a century ago, farmers exchanged their horses and plows for the automated tractor. Generations of farmers have come, gone and watched technology ...
Corporations expected to take on record debt in 2026
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This year, amid ongoing economic uncertainty, corporations are expected to refinance old debt, invest in artificial intelligence, and prep for mergers...
The road to rebuilding, one year after the LA wildfires
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a year since the Eaton and Palisades fires swept through Southern California, taking 31 lives and destroying over 16,000 structures — in...
Finding a contractor one year after California's wildfires
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dustin Kunkel is a father of two, works in the solar panel business, and is a neighbor of "Marketplace Morning Report" host David Brancaccio. Kunkel l...
"It felt happy. Then, 24 hours, it was gone.”
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have the story of one burned block: that of "Marketplace Morning Report" host David Brancaccio. Last year's wildfires in California were the...
Venezuela's interim president sworn in
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Delcy Rodríguez, who had served as vice president under President Nicolas Maduro, has promised stability amid economic un...
How convergence will define the tech sector in 2026
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence isn't just chatbots. The technology is being integrated all across our economy and our lives. And that convergence of AI and r...
Markets shrug off U.S. capture of Maduro
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Disruptive geopolitical events often push investors to jump into bonds or sell off stocks temporarily. But when the U.S. military captured Venezuelan ...
What would it take to boost Venezuelan oil production?
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Investors see some oil companies as big winners with the U.S. forcing a change of leadership in Venezuela. This morning, we'll hear how U.S. oil compa...
How markets are responding to Venezuela
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Oil markets and financial markets seem to be shrugging off the major geopolitical story out of the weekend: the U.S. arrest of Venezuelan President Ni...
Recovery remains slow for Eaton Fire survivors
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A survey released in the fall finds that most people displaced by the Southern California wildfires a year ago are still living in temporary housing. ...
Venezuela wakes up to continued uncertainty
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: The U.S. stunned the world with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over the weekend. Donald Trump has sai...
How U.S. political campaigns have used generative AI
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The 2024 presidential race was the first big election to happen in the new generative AI era. There have, of course, been major concerns that the tech...
States tighten SNAP rules in 2026
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
By the end of the year, at least 18 states will restrict the use of SNAP benefits to purchase “non-nutritious” food and drinks. But the definition...
From "This Is Uncomfortable": Wait, I think I’m being underpaid
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hey smarties! Happy New Year. We’re taking a short break for the holidays. In the meantime, we’re sharing an episode from our friends over at “T...
Warren Buffett steps down, ending an era at Berkshire
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Abel has officially taken the reins at Berkshire Hathaway, stepping into the role long held by the titan of value investing, Warren Buffett. We l...
Amid wide healthcare cuts, a bright spot for rural hospitals
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Healthcare costs are climbing for many Americans as enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits roll back, raising premiums for middle-income households ...
Protests continue in Iran over economic policies
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Iranian authorities say at least seven people were killed in protests on Thursday, the fifth day of demonstrations against...
Trying to stay off your phone? There’s an app for that
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The digital detox economy is estimated to grow to $20 billion by 2032. The gamification that got you addicted to your phone might be the key to puttin...
The year in charitable giving
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The winter holiday season is a key time for nonprofit fundraising — an estimated 30% of annual giving happens in December. But in 2025, highly publi...
From "This Is Uncomfortable": "You'll never be ready to buy a home"
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hey smarties! Happy New Year. We’re taking a short break for the holidays. In the meantime, we’re sharing an episode from our friends over at “T...
Gas prices are lower, but will that stick around in 2026?
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gas prices hit their lowest level for a December since 2020, according to AAA, thanks largely to a global oil glut that pushed crude prices down about...
Workers in 19 states to get minimum wage bump in new year
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Minimum wages are rising in 19 states today, giving millions of workers a pay bump as the new year begins. We break down where wages are increasing an...
How will the global economy fare in 2026?
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: The past 12 months have brought lots of turbulence to global economies, from fast-changing U.S. tariff policies to the rap...
A tech company that ‘happens to build homes’
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to homebuilding, Ronda Conger, vice president of CBH Homes, wants to be like the Savannah Bananas.“We are out there trying to do thing...
What's next for the job market in 2026
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Total jobless claims fell last week, which is the second-lowest reading in the last two years. Experts, though, say it’s likely a seasonal blip — ...
Skyrocketing health insurance premiums for millions after today
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Enhanced subsidies for health insurance policies on the Affordable Care Act exchanges are set to expire at the end of today. That means skyrocketing p...
An unwelcome surprise for some student loan borrowers
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
People who are in default on their federal student loans could start seeing their wages garnished in the new year. Next week, the Department of Educat...
A gig worker strike threatens New Year's Eve deliveries in India
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Tens of thousands of app-based delivery workers in India are holding a day-long strike that is likely to impact food deliv...
A whiplash year for electric vehicles
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 brought some new speed bumps for electric vehicle sales, namely the Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill Act. It cut federal EV tax credits — up...
Good news for prospective homebuyers
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Home price growth is cooling, new reports show. Though homeowners may be struggling to sell at asking price, it is good news for prospective buyers. E...
Cheers to hosting better parties this holiday season (rerun)
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey smarties! We’re on a break for the holidays and revisiting some of our top episodes from 2025. We can’t do this show without you and we still ...
A housing roundup and lookahead
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This morning, we're recapping the 2025 housing market, which was — in a word — sluggish. Even though mortgage rates have come down, affordability...
US humanitarian aid — with an asterisk
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Trump administration is pledging $2 billion in humanitarian aid to the United Nations. The official State Department announcement of the U.N. dona...
Frustrations over state of Iran’s economy
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Annual inflation in Iran is running at more than 40%, and business owners are angry at the rapid devaluation of the nation...
AI-powered chatbots sent some users into a spiral
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI psychosis became a thing in 2025. That's when a chatbot leads a user into a delusional spiral.The technology's tendency to affirm what people say c...
A glimmer of hope for the housing market
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The housing market is showing modest improvement, with pending home sales rising over 3% in November and prices growing just 1.2% year over year. Risi...
The new "Be Kind, Rewind"
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Move over “Be Kind, Rewind.” The new slogan is “Take a Movie, Leave a Movie.” That’s right. A Blockbuster nostalgia trip could be coming to ...
"Uncertainty" marked this year's economy. What about 2026?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You might have heard the word "uncertainty" muttered more than a few times over the last 12 months. Today, we're chatting with an economist brave enou...
The data breach that hit two-thirds of a country
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: The South Korean e-commerce company Coupang has announced a compensation deal worth $1.18 billion for customers after a ma...
Robotaxis moved into the fast lane in 2025
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This year turned out to be a pretty big year for autonomous vehicles. Waymo is the leader in the robotaxi race and over the last year, its signature J...
'Tis the season of holiday bonuses ... for some
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The number of workers recieving end-of-year bonuses is falling. Some of that has to do with shifting workplace norms and some is related to this tight...
"Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle" and anime's biggest year yet
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey smarties! We’re taking a short break for the holidays. In the meantime, enjoy this bonus episode on one of Kimberly’s favorite topics: anime!A...
The end of 'de minimis' exemption, four months on
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The "de minimis" tax exemption on packages under $800 shipped to the U.S. came to an end in August. It's a move that's boosted business for logistics ...
Rise of the return fee
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Now that Christmas presents are unwrapped, many of you — you know who you are — will head to stores to return gifts and get what you actually want...
The year tariffs upended global trade
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: There's one word that's dominated the headlines this year: tariffs. Countries around the world have been grappling with th...
How online age-gating laws went mainstream this year
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
About half of U.S. states now require some form of online age verification to prevent kids from accessing certain content — usually pornography. But...
The weather outside is frightful (so's the heating bill)
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The average cost of heating is expected to jump more than 9% this winter, according to projections from the National Energy Assistance Directors Assoc...
The music industry vs. AI (rerun)
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey smarties! We’re taking a short break for the holidays. So today, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes from 2025. Enjoy!Today we’re ...
A Christmas present for drivers
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gas prices are at the lowest level since 2021, according to AAA, as millions of Americans are traveling for the holidays. The average price of gas has...
Why not just takeout for your holiday meal?
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
That's been the case for Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly, a Portland foodie power couple with multiple James Beard Award nominations under their belt. ...
The Chinese city powering Christmas
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Have you ever wondered where your festive Christmas lights, ornaments, and toys all come from? Well, there's a good chance...
The year in AI wearables
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will Gottsegen, a staff writer at The Atlantic, tests out Meta’s AI smart glasses and gives us a recap of how AI continues to get embedded in consum...
The job market won't start fresh in 2026
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The labor market has been tightening all year, and Americans have grown increasingly anxious about their ability to find new jobs. A bit of good news?...
Maybe going into the office isn't so bad?
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 has been the year of getting dragged back to the office for plenty of workers — some part-time, but many full-time in the case of big finance ...
The Trump administration can't withhold disaster relief
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore Homeland Security funding to 12 states and the District of Columbia. The administratio...
China puts the brakes on driverless taxis
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Plans to mass-produce and sell self-driving vehicles in China have been delayed after news spread of a crash involving one...
Mushrooms could help curb plastic waste
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Polystyrene is the chemical compound that makes up styrofoam, which is used for packaging and insulation. But it’s not the most environmentally frie...
U.S. GDP sees healthy growth
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From July through September, U.S. gross domestic product rose 4.3%, the highest in two years. At a time when many consumers are feeling economic press...
Your thoughts on the economy in 2025
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, we’re digging into the mailbag to hear our listeners’ thoughts on the economy in 2025. Spoiler: tariffs came up a lot. And, we’...
Disney and OpenAI and short videos, oh my!
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A little over a week ago, Disney became the first major media company to strike a content licensing deal with Sora, OpenAI's short-form video platform...
A new era for weight-loss drugs
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
GLP-1 weight-loss drug injections have slimmed many waistlines and wallets. U.S. regulators have now approved a much less expensive alternative; Novo ...
Amazon blocks North Korean IT applicants
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: Tech giant Amazon says it's blocked more than 1,800 North Koreans from trying to join the company in the past two years. A...
Why Big Tech leaders aligned themselves with White House politics this year
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In January, we saw a who's who of tech leaders front and center at President Donald Trump's inauguration.Since, the White House has advocated for the ...
U.S. dollar down, gold hits all-time high
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold surpassed $4,400-per-ounce for the first time Monday. Prices are up 60% in 2025. In the same year, the value of the U.S. dollar slipped 9%. What ...
Feeding the Family
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Smarties! We’re dropping into your feeds today to share this special coverage from Marketplace.For many people gathering around the table this h...
Financial data clashes and what it means for Zelle, Venmo, and more
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule designed to give consumers greater control over their financial data is now in limbo under the second Trum...
The K-shaped cost of holiday travel
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday travel period is upon us. AAA expects 122 million people will drive or fly somewhere to celebrate. Now, we have some good news and some ba...
Jim Beam freezes production at its main Kentucky distillery
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: One of the most famous names in American whiskey, Jim Beam, says it will halt production at its main facility in Kentucky ...
Dr. AI will see you now
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could AI chat bots replace human doctors? Probably not, but that won’t stop people from trying.Just as they did during the emergence of Google, doct...
The 2025 consumer sentiment rollercoaster
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Consumer sentiment really ran the gamut this year. But right now, Americans are feeling almost as bad about the economy as they were when inflation wa...
How to start the caregiving conversation
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Family caregivers in the United States are increasingly under mental and financial stress. Elizabeth Miller, founder of the caregiver resource platfor...
Power and politics in the Warner Bros. deal
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a major Hollywood drama: Despite striking a deal with Netflix, the high-stakes bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery shows no sign of cooling of...
Data centers and your electric bill
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Electricity prices are up 6.9% year over year — much higher than overall inflation — and costs are expected to go up even more in the future. So...
TikTok set to sell US assets
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: The Chinese owners of TikTok have signed a deal to sell the company's U.S. assets to a joint venture led by American in...
Bytes: Week in Review - Micron's big earnings, Oracle's data center woes and "slop" is Merriam-Webster's word of the year
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building artificial intelligence tools requires a lot of graphic processing units, and those GPUs need huge amounts of ultra-fast memory to feed them ...
That CPI report got a Black Friday discount
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
November inflation data came in lower than expected, according to the latest CPI report. But we can’t compare it to the previous month, since the BL...
Can we fix America’s long-term care system?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Long-term care is expensive in the United States. With Medicaid spending cuts looming and the Trump administration’s deportation plans threatening t...
The president shares his thoughts on the economy
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In his 19-minute address to the nation last night, President Donald Trump argued that he inherited a mess from former President Biden; the president c...
What will the job market hold in 2026?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the year draws to a close, it's clear that the post-COVID hiring bonanza has ended, and job-hunting has gotten trickier. Experts are predicting nex...
European farmers take to the streets
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the BBC World Service: The European Union says it's close to agreeing a trade deal with the South American economic bloc Mercosur, which represen...
The challenges of integrating ads in AI search engines
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Search engines, social media, e-commerce, and mobile games all make money by selling advertising. But making ads work in AI search might not be so str...
Oil flow or oil freeze?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A U.S. blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers may sound disruptive, but global oil is plentiful, and Gulf Coast refiners remain tied to Venezuela’s heav...
How are your wages comparing to inflation?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We get a firehose of economic data this week. As these numbers come in, one thing is becoming clearer: Wage gains are stalling, and inflation has been...
The life of a Christmas tree seller
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's an annual tradition in New York City: Each December, pedestrians fight for walking room on sidewalks populated by lush firs and frasers. Staffed ...