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Summer School 4: Marketing and the Ultimate Hose NozzleIn this episode of *Planet Money*, part of the Summer School series, the focus shifts to marketing and sales strategies.2 Aug 2023 · 33 min
Tackle your medical debt with Life KitThis episode tackles the staggering $195 billion of medical debt in America. It highlights that receiving a medical bill does not mean one has to pay the exact amount.31 Jul 2023 · 18 min
Did two honesty researchers fabricate their data?In this episode of Planet Money, hosts Nick Fountain and Jeff Kuo investigate a significant scandal involving two prominent figures in behavioral science, Dan Ariely and Francesca Gino.28 Jul 2023 · 26 min
Summer School 3: Accounting and The Last SupperThis episode delves into the foundational principles of accounting, a typical first course for MBA students, and reveals its revolutionary implications not only in business but in understanding the…26 Jul 2023 · 35 min
Planet Money Paper ClubSam Yellowhorse Kesler, James Sneed, Molly Messick (editor), Sierra Juarez (fact-checker), Robert Rodriguez (engineer), Alex Goldmark (executive producer)21 Jul 2023 · 23 min
Summer School 2: Competition and the cheaper sneakerIn this episode of *Planet Money Summer School*, the hosts explore the concept of competition in business, specifically through the lens of two case studies involving product differentiation and…19 Jul 2023 · 31 min
Surprise, you just signed a contract! How hidden contracts took over the internetIn this episode of Planet Money, hosted by Emma Peaslee and Jeff Guo, the discussion revolves around the ubiquitous nature of contracts we engage with when using online platforms.15 Jul 2023 · 24 min
Summer School 1: Planet Money goes to business schoolSummer School 1: Planet Money goes to business school12 Jul 2023 · 32 min
The quest to save macroeconomics from itselfA podcast that connects various topics back to the economy, exploring forces that shape our lives.7 Jul 2023 · 19 min
Two Indicators: After Affirmative Action & why America overpays for subwaysIn this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Adrian Ma and Darian Woods delve into two significant and interrelated topics:5 Jul 2023 · 20 min
Supply, demand, extinctionIn the episode titled "Supply, Demand, Extinction," hosts Stan Alcorn and Sarah Gonzalez delve into the story of Ivan Lozano Ortega, who faced the challenge of a burgeoning black market for the…30 Jun 2023 · 29 min
Planet Money Live: Two Truths and a LieDave Blanchard, edited by Jess Jiang, engineered by Josh Newell28 Jun 2023 · 24 min
Mike The Mover vs. The Furniture PoliceIn this episode of *Planet Money*, host Nick Fountain and Dylan Sloan delve into the story of Mike Shanks, a Seattle mover who fought against the stringent regulations of the moving industry in…23 Jun 2023 · 26 min
Twins (classic)The episode explores the science behind twins, their impact on our understanding of genetics, and the implications of twin studies on various societal aspects such as healthcare, education, and…21 Jun 2023 · 21 min
The 60-day job raceThis episode explores the challenges faced by foreign tech workers in the U.S. who are on H-1B visas, particularly during recent layoffs in the tech industry.16 Jun 2023 · 26 min
Two Indicators: The economics of innovationThis episode delves into the critical role of innovation in society, exploring two segments from NPR's daily economics show, The Indicator.14 Jun 2023 · 20 min
The town that changed economicsThe Town That Changed Economics9 Jun 2023 · 25 min
The Spider-Man Problem (update)The Spider-Man Problem (Update)7 Jun 2023 · 31 min
AI Podcast 3.0: Dial M for MechanizationIn this episode of *Planet Money*, the hosts explore the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the realm of podcasting through a unique experiment: creating an entire episode written by AI.2 Jun 2023 · 33 min
AI Podcast 2.0: The host in the machineIn this second installment of a three-part series, the Planet Money team explores the developments in AI-generated voices and the implications of this technology.31 May 2023 · 32 min
AI Podcast 1.0: Rise of the machinesAI Podcast 1.0: Rise of the Machines26 May 2023 · 34 min
Green energy gridlockIn this episode, Lyle Jack aspires to build a wind farm on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota but faces challenges connecting it to the electric grid.24 May 2023 · 22 min
Predictions: Jobs!In this episode of *Planet Money Predictions*, economic forecasters revisit their previous predictions concerning jobs, the housing market, and inflation.19 May 2023 · 21 min
How AI could help rebuild the middle classIn this episode of *Planet Money*, the discussion revolves around the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape the labor market and possibly restore the middle class, which has been…17 May 2023 · 21 min