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Do immigrants really take jobs and lower wages?In this episode of Planet Money, hosts Amanda Aronczyk and Jeff Guo delve into the contentious debate surrounding the impact of immigration on the labor market.29 Jun 2024 · 26 min
The Carriage Tax (Update)Explore the forces that shape our lives through the lens of economics, connecting various topics back to economic principles.26 Jun 2024 · 19 min
The Vapes of WrathThis episode explores the rise of the vape brand Juul, its implications for public health, particularly regarding teen vaping, and the subsequent regulatory challenges faced by the government.21 Jun 2024 · 27 min
Why is everyone talking about Musk's money?In this episode, the hosts explore the dramatic saga surrounding Elon Musk's compensation package at Tesla, which has drawn comparisons to plotlines from HBO's "Succession." The episode traces Musk's…19 Jun 2024 · 28 min
What's with all the tiny soda cans? And other grocery store mysteries, solved.In this episode of Planet Money, hosts Jeff Guo and Amanda Aronchik delve into the concept of price pack architecture and its implications for consumer products in grocery stores.14 Jun 2024 · 24 min
Bringing a tariff to a graphite fightBringing a Tariff to a Graphite Fight12 Jun 2024 · 26 min
How much national debt is too much?Sierra Juarez, Sofia Shchukina7 Jun 2024 · 27 min
The history of light (classic)This episode explores the evolution of light from ancient times to the present day, discussing how advancements in lighting technology have influenced economic growth and societal structure.5 Jun 2024 · 21 min
How the FBI's fake cell phone company put criminals into real jail cellsThis episode of *Planet Money* delves into an innovative and somewhat controversial operation where the FBI established a fake cell phone company to infiltrate the world of encrypted communications…31 May 2024 · 24 min
So you've been scammed, now what?Alexi Horowitz-Ghazi and Jeff Guo29 May 2024 · 27 min
The junkyard economistJames Sneed (with assistance from Emma Peaslee)24 May 2024 · 26 min
Anatomy of a layoffPlanet Money explores various topics and ties them back to economic concepts, aiming to help listeners understand the economy and the world around them.22 May 2024 · 28 min
The hack that almost broke the internetIn this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Jeff Guo and Nick Fountain delve into a recent cyberattack that had the potential to cause significant disruption to the internet.17 May 2024 · 25 min
Why Gold? (Classic)In this classic episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Jacob Goldstein and David Kestenbaum explore the enduring allure of gold and its unique status in the economy.15 May 2024 · 19 min
Zombie mortgages are coming back to lifeIn this episode of *Planet Money*, the story revolves around Karen McDonough, a homeowner who faced an unexpected foreclosure due to a "zombie second mortgage".10 May 2024 · 31 min
Inside video game economics (Two Indicators)In this episode, the hosts delve into the complexities and dynamics of the video game industry, exploring topics such as labor conditions, accessibility, and the economic factors influencing the…8 May 2024 · 19 min
The birth of the modern consumer movementThe Birth of the Modern Consumer Movement3 May 2024 · 21 min
Hire Power (Update)Erika Beras and Amanda Aronczyk1 May 2024 · 23 min
The case of the stolen masksIn this episode, "The Case of the Stolen Masks," *Planet Money* explores the intricate journey of two sacred Bhairav masks stolen from a temple in Nepal over 30 years ago.26 Apr 2024 · 19 min
How unions are stopped before they start (Update)The episode revisits the difficulties faced by the United Auto Workers (UAW) in their attempts to unionize the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, highlighting a decade-long struggle despite…24 Apr 2024 · 33 min
FTX and the Serengeti of bankruptcyIn this episode, the hosts delve into the FTX bankruptcy, exploring the financial chaos left in the wake of Sam Bankman-Fried's actions.19 Apr 2024 · 25 min
Grocery prices, credit card debt, and your 401K (Two Indicators)In this episode, hosts Waylon Wong and Adrienne Ma delve into the complexities of consumer sentiment in the current economic landscape.17 Apr 2024 · 18 min
TikTok made me deduct itIn this episode of *Planet Money*, the hosts delve into tax advice circulating on TikTok and examine its validity with tax experts.12 Apr 2024 · 20 min
How much does this cow weigh? (Classic)Jacob Goldstein and David Kestenbaum10 Apr 2024 · 18 min