Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMushrooms could help curb plastic waste
Polystyrene is the chemical compound that makes up styrofoam, which is used for packaging and insulation. But it’s not the most environmentally frien…
3 weeks, 2 days ago
U.S. GDP sees healthy growth
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 pres…
3 weeks, 3 days ago
Your thoughts on the economy in 2025
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’ll he…
3 weeks, 3 days ago
Disney and OpenAI and short videos, oh my!
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 platfor…
3 weeks, 3 days ago
A new era for weight-loss drugs
GLP-1 weight-loss drug injections have slimmed many waistlines and wallets. U.S. regulators have now approved a much less expensive alternative; Novo…
3 weeks, 3 days ago
Amazon blocks North Korean IT applicants
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. …
3 weeks, 3 days ago
Why Big Tech leaders aligned themselves with White House politics this year
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…
3 weeks, 3 days ago
U.S. dollar down, gold hits all-time high
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…
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Feeding the Family
Hey Smarties! We’re dropping into your feeds today to share this special coverage from Marketplace.
For many people gathering around the table this ho…
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Financial data clashes and what it means for Zelle, Venmo, and more
A Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule designed to give consumers greater control over their financial data is now in limbo under the second Tru…
3 weeks, 4 days ago