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How rising energy costs factored into Virginia's elections
Episode 1486
On today’s edition of Economics on Tap, we’re heading to Virginia! The state held major elections this week, and affordability was top of mind for vo…
6 months ago
Quantum computing: What's all the hype about?
Episode 1485
Quantum computing is still in an experimental phase, but tech companies say it could eventually have an enormous impact on the global economy. How lo…
6 months ago
Friends, foes, and tariffs
Episode 1484
President Donald Trump’s tariffs have rattled the global economy this year. That goes for both allies and adversaries of the United States. But the f…
6 months ago
How to face your financial fears
Episode 1483
On today’s show, we’re talking about facing your financial fears, because it’s a scary time for many in this economy! Reema Khrais, host of “This Is …
6 months, 1 week ago
How can we build a more resilient labor market?
Episode 1482
As big companies announce waves of layoffs, lots of workers are worried about AI coming for their jobs. On today’s show, we tune in to part of Kimber…
6 months, 1 week ago
The shutdown continues
Episode 1481
It’s Day 28 of the government shutdown, and lawmakers still aren’t budging on the budget. But Congress faces key deadlines this week: Funds for assis…
6 months, 1 week ago
From "How We Survive": The Uncanny Valley of Meat
Episode 1480
Hey Smarties! Today we’re sharing another episode from the latest season of “How We Survive,” Marketplace’s climate solutions podcast. Host Amy Scott…
6 months, 1 week ago
Chicago vs. ICE
Episode 1479
Chicago has been dealing with a lot these days. The city has been a battleground for the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown and efforts to …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
How can our food systems become more sustainable?
Episode 1478
The climate crisis has a lot to do with what we eat. That’s what the latest season of Marketplace’s climate solutions podcast “How We Survive” is all…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
From "How We Survive": Food Tour of the Future
Episode 1477
Hey Smarties! Today we’re passing the mic to our friends over at “How We Survive.” This season, Marketplace’s climate solutions podcast is diving int…
6 months, 2 weeks ago