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Worst. Tariffs. Ever. (update)The episode revisits the notorious Smoot-Hawley Tariffs and explores their historical significance, contemporary relevance, and impact on current tariff policies under Presidents Trump and Biden.11 Dec 2024 · 27 min
There Will Be FloodAlexi Horowitz-Ghazi and Mary Childs6 Dec 2024 · 31 min
George Soros vs. the Bank of EnglandGeorge Soros vs. the Bank of England4 Dec 2024 · 31 min
How useful, really, are the steps you can take after a data breach?This episode discusses the implications of data breaches, exploring the recommendations commonly provided in data breach notifications.2 Dec 2024 · 20 min
Why you bought your couchAmanda Aronczyk and Erika Beras27 Nov 2024 · 26 min
Title PiratesThe episode delves into the world of real estate transactions, examining a case where a fraudulent sale led to a major legal and financial predicament for a real estate developer, Gina Leto.23 Nov 2024 · 26 min
The long view of economics and immigration (Two Indicators)An exploration of the forces that shape our lives, connecting various topics to the economy in an insightful way.20 Nov 2024 · 16 min
The great German land lotteryPlanet Money explores economic principles through fascinating stories that connect various topics back to the economy, enhancing listeners' understanding of the world.15 Nov 2024 · 29 min
The strange way the world's fastest microchips are madeThis episode delves into the breakthrough technology known as extreme ultraviolet lithography, which is fundamental in the manufacturing of the world’s most advanced microchips.13 Nov 2024 · 27 min
What markets bet President Trump will doThe podcast explores various topics and connects them to the economy, helping listeners understand the forces that shape our lives.9 Nov 2024 · 27 min
Moving to the American dream? (update)Aviva DeKornfeld, Sean Saldana6 Nov 2024 · 24 min
The veteran loan calamityIn this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Kenny Malone, Quill Lawrence, and Chris Arnold explore the issues surrounding the VA loan forbearance program during the COVID-19 pandemic.1 Nov 2024 · 37 min
So your data was stolen in a data breachIn this episode of Planet Money, hosts Amanda Aronczyk and Keith Romer explore the implications of data breaches, focusing on a recent hack affecting Ticketmaster and other companies using the data…31 Oct 2024 · 29 min
Why do hospitals keep running out of generic drugs?In this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Sally Helm and Alexi Horowitz-Ghazi delve into the persistent issue of drug shortages in hospitals, particularly focusing on common generic drugs like…25 Oct 2024 · 26 min
Romance on the screen and on the page: Two IndicatorsIn this episode from *Planet Money*, the hosts explore the economic aspects of romance through two segments.23 Oct 2024 · 17 min
The Subscription TrapAlexi Horowitz-Ghazi and Jeff Guo18 Oct 2024 · 31 min
We asked 188 economists. And the survey says...In this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Amanda Aronczyk and Alexi Horowitz-Ghazi delve into the complexities of economic terminology that often confuses the general public.16 Oct 2024 · 21 min
So imPORTant: Bananas, frogs, and... Bob's??Kenny Malone and Amanda Aronczyk11 Oct 2024 · 26 min
Can cap and trade work in the US?In this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Keith Romer and Kenny Malone explore Washington state's new cap-and-trade system aimed at reducing carbon emissions.9 Oct 2024 · 24 min
What's up with all the ads for law firms?In this episode of *Planet Money*, hosts Nick Fountain and Jeff Guo delve into the phenomenon of legal advertisements, exploring their evolution from a ban on advertising to the vibrant and creative…4 Oct 2024 · 19 min
How Venezuela imploded (update)In this episode of *Planet Money*, the podcast revisits the economic collapse of Venezuela, detailing its causes and the current state of its economy.2 Oct 2024 · 23 min
What's THAT got to do with economics?In this episode of Planet Money, hosts Sally Helm and Keith Romer take on an intriguing challenge: to connect seemingly unrelated and obscure topics submitted by listeners to the economy.27 Sep 2024 · 26 min
Veep-onomicsIn anticipation of the vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz, the episode explores their economic policies and records, offering insights into their stances and the implications for…25 Sep 2024 · 25 min
How to save 10,000 fingersIn this episode, titled "How to Save 10,000 Fingers," the hosts of Planet Money delve into the world of table saw safety and the invention of SawStop, a revolutionary technology designed to prevent…20 Sep 2024 · 24 min