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The Indicator from Planet Money, page 17
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A bite-sized show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening in today's economy. It's a quick hit of insight into money, work, and business. Monday through Friday, in 10 minutes or less. Sign up for our newsletter. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including bonus episodes for Planet Money and sponsor-free listening for The Indicator.
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How states are scooping up federal workersNot specified in the transcript.4 Apr 2025 · 8 min
Why the great vinyl shortage is overIn this episode of *The Indicator from Planet Money*, hosts Darian Woods and music reporter Justin Barney discuss the resurgence of vinyl records, highlighting a significant shift in the industry…3 Apr 2025 · 9 min
What $10 billion in data centers actually gets youThis episode explores the implications of substantial investment in data centers on local economies, particularly in Meridian, Mississippi.2 Apr 2025 · 9 min
Should we vote for all judges?In this episode, the podcast discusses Mexico's upcoming judicial reforms allowing citizens to directly elect federal and state judges for the first time in June.1 Apr 2025 · 9 min
Overly Friendly Emails and other marketing pet peevesThe Indicator from Planet Money31 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Missing taxes, spiking copper and Napster's re-re-rebirthThe Indicator from Planet Money28 Mar 2025 · 10 min
How nonprofits get cash from your clunkerHow nonprofits get cash from your clunker27 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Can Europe stand without the US?In this episode of *The Indicator from Planet Money*, hosts Paddy Hirsch and Adrian Ma discuss the evolving military and defense landscape in Europe amid deteriorating relations with the United…26 Mar 2025 · 9 min
How's ... everybody doing?The episode titled "How's ... everybody doing?" of *The Indicator from Planet Money* explores the current state of the U.S. economy through the voices of everyday people across the country.25 Mar 2025 · 10 min
How specialization can lead to burn-outThis episode delves into the growing issue of burnout in the workforce, with a focus on how specialization may be contributing to this phenomenon.24 Mar 2025 · 9 min
A new-ish gold rush and other indicatorsIn this episode of "The Indicator from Planet Money," the hosts, Waylon Wong, Mary Childs, and returning co-host Adrian Ma, present a segment titled "Indicators of the Week." The discussion revolves…21 Mar 2025 · 9 min
What's this about a crypto reserve?In this episode, hosts Jeff Guo and Paddy Hirsch discuss President Trump's recent executive order to establish a "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile." They explore…20 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Why there's no referee for the trade warThis episode discusses the decline of the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a mediator in global trade disputes, focusing on U.S.19 Mar 2025 · 9 min
What might save China's economyWhat Might Save China's Economy18 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Why is the federal government still killing coyotes?Why is the federal government still killing coyotes?17 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Southwest surprises, tariff guac shock, and fraud flourishesWaylon Wong, Darian Woods, Kenny Malone14 Mar 2025 · 9 min
How many times can you say uncertainty in one economic report?In this episode of *The Indicator from Planet Money*, hosts Robert Smith and Waylon Wong delve into the concept of uncertainty as reflected in the Federal Reserve's latest Beige Book.13 Mar 2025 · 9 min
The stock market is down, but you don't need to beThe stock market is down, but you don't need to be12 Mar 2025 · 8 min
Can you take government spending out of GDP?Can You Take Government Spending Out of GDP?11 Mar 2025 · 8 min
What Bad Bunny teaches us about Puerto Rican tax lawThe Indicator from Planet Money10 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Can ... we still trust the monthly jobs report?In this episode of *The Indicator from Planet Money*, hosts Darian Woods and Waylon Wong discuss the integrity of the U.S.7 Mar 2025 · 9 min
What to make of the Ukraine minerals dealThis episode discusses the potential minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine amidst the backdrop of a freeze on military aid to Ukraine.6 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Is the Panama Canal a rip-off?In this episode of *The Indicator from Planet Money*, hosts Weyland Wong and Mary Childs delve into the contentious relationship between the U.S.5 Mar 2025 · 9 min
Can the Federal Reserve stay independent?1. The implications of President Trump's executive orders on the Federal Reserve's independence.4 Mar 2025 · 10 min