Podcast Episodes

The future of education research in limbo

Episode 1458

On today’s show, host of APM Reports’ “Sold a Story” podcast Emily Hanford joins Kimberly to make us smarter about the science of reading movement. It’s gained a foothold over the past few years (tha…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

From "How We Survive": ESG, Reincarnated

Episode 1457

Hey Smarties! Today we’re sharing an episode from the latest season of “How We Survive,” Marketplace’s climate solutions podcast. Host Amy Scott and the team have been digging into the rise and fall …

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

From "How We Survive": The Death of ESG

Episode 1456

Hey Smarties! Today we’re passing the mic to our friends over at “How We Survive,” Marketplace’s climate solutions podcast. Their latest season digs into the rise and fall of environmental, social an…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

From "Million Bazillion": Why does organic food cost more than non-organic food?

Episode 1455

Hey Smarties! “Make Me Smart” will be back with new episodes Sept. 9. In the meantime, we’re sharing an episode from the latest season of “Million Bazillion.” Hosts Bridget and Ryan dive into why org…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Real Costs: Special Coverage from "Marketplace"

These are tumultuous times in the economy. Inflation is still happening, the job market is weakening, and there's uncertainty over tariffs and other federal policies. But the headlines don’t capture …

Published on 4 months ago

Economics on Tap: Anime Edition

Episode 1454

On the show today, Kimberly joins us from the anime convention AnimeNYC to share more about the economic impact of the anime industry and what cosplayers and business owners are saying about the econ…

Published on 4 months ago

What to know about changing COVID vaccine guidelines

Episode 1453

COVID-19 cases are on the rise again, and the federal guidelines for who should get vaccinated are in flux. We’ll unpack how it could impact what insurers are willing to cover this fall. And, as Pres…

Published on 4 months ago

Trump turns up the heat on the Fed

Episode 1452

Ahead of the central bank’s big meeting in Jackson Hole this week, President Trump is ramping up pressure on the Federal Reserve, calling for Fed governor Lisa Cook to resign over accusations of frau…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

The global business of anime

Episode 1451

Over the past few years, the anime industry has reached new heights on the global stage. Netflix reported that over half of its global viewers watch anime. And, certain anime titles will soon be stre…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

USPS’s EV plans face a Republican roadblock

Episode 1450

Republicans in Congress are attempting to claw back federal funding to replace the U.S. Postal Service’s outdated mail trucks with a mostly electric fleet. We’ll break down the fight. And, parents ac…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago