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The Indicator from Planet Money discusses the widespread issue of illegal vapes in the U.S., despite FDA regulations. Journalist Nick Florko explains the health risks associated with unregulated vapes, particularly those from China, and their appeal to kids through flavors and even video games. The conversation covers ...
The Indicator from Planet Money presents "Indicators of the Week," featuring Darian Woods, Waylon Wong, and Jeff Gore, who delve into key economic headlines. They discuss a study indicating that AI is negatively impacting job opportunities for young workers, particularly in coding, with employment dropping 13% more tha...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses the impact of President Trump's tariffs on the olive oil industry, specifically focusing on the experiences of Olio Piero, a small olive oil producer in Tuscany. The interview features NPR's financial correspondent, Maria Aspin, who recently visited the Olio Pi...
This NPR Planet Money podcast episode discusses President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing alleged mortgage fraud. The hosts analyze the legal and political implications of this unprecedented action, exploring the historical context of presidential influence on the Federal Reserve and...
This Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses "tariff engineering," the methods companies use to circumvent tariffs. The hosts and guests explore three main approaches: adjusting product components to lower tariff rates (tariff engineering), changing the declared country of origin (product engineering), and m...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses the complex copyright issues surrounding AI-generated art. The episode features an interview with Emma Jacobs, who explores the legal challenges of determining copyright ownership when AI tools are involved in creative processes. The discussion centers on a sp...
This episode of The Indicator from Planet Money features three co-hosts discussing three indicators: a study showing that retraining injured workers in Denmark reduced depression rates in both the workers and their spouses (though it also correlated with increased separation rates); a significant drop in Washington, D...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses the proposed merger between Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific railroads, which would create the first coast-to-coast freight rail line in the US. The episode explores the potential benefits, including increased efficiency and reduced shipping costs, as well as...
This NPR podcast episode discusses the shift away from cobalt batteries in electric vehicles (EVs), focusing on the role of China in this transition. Initially, cobalt batteries were favored due to their high energy density, but concerns about their high cost, ethical sourcing (child labor in the Democratic Republic o...
In this episode of The Indicator from Planet Money, host Adrian Ma interviews linguist Adam Aleksic, author of "Algospeak," about how social media and algorithms are rapidly changing the English language. Aleksic explains that algorithms on platforms like TikTok and others incentivize certain language trends, leading t...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses three medical advancements: a universal cancer vaccine in early research stages at the University of Florida; a newly FDA-approved blood test for Alzheimer's disease developed by a Japanese company; and widely available, affordable exoskeletons from a Chinese st...
The Planet Money Indicator podcast episode features a panel discussion on several economic indicators. The hosts discuss the July Consumer Price Index, showing a 2.7% rise in prices, lower than expected and driven by service costs rather than tariffs. The impact of this on interest rates and stock market performance ...
This Planet Money Indicator podcast episode explores the burgeoning trend of celebrities launching their own businesses. The episode features interviews with Lisa Loeb, who successfully built an eyewear brand, and John Legend, who discusses his skincare line, Loved One. The hosts also interview Amanda Dobbins, who an...
This NPR podcast episode from Planet Money's "The Indicator" discusses the impact of President Trump's tax and spending law on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The episode reports on the significant cuts to SNAP, exploring the consequences for both recipients and grocery stores, particularly small...
This episode of The Indicator from Planet Money interviews Arwa Damon, founder of the International Network for Aid, Relief, and Assistance (INADA), a non-profit providing medical care to children injured in war or disaster. Damon, a former CNN senior international correspondent, discusses the challenges of running a ...
Three co-hosts of NPR's The Indicator share their "econ beach reads" for the summer. Darian Woods discusses Who is Government? an essay collection exploring the unsung heroes within government bureaucracy, highlighting the impact of individuals like mine safety official Christopher Mark. Speaker 1 reviews El Dorado D...
In this episode of The Indicator from Planet Money, the hosts discuss three different indicators of the week. The first indicator is Palantir's $1 billion in sales, driven by government contracts, particularly those related to immigration enforcement, leading to a high company valuation. The second indicator is the Hea...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses the legal challenges to President Trump's tariffs. The episode details the legal arguments for and against the tariffs, focusing on a lawsuit brought by several states and businesses. A key point of contention is whether the president has the authority to impo...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast episode discusses the revisions made to the monthly U.S. jobs report and the controversy surrounding them. The hosts explain the process of job number calculation, highlighting that initial reports are based on a sample survey and are subject to revision as more data becomes ava...
This NPR Planet Money Indicator podcast discusses concerns surrounding the integrity of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) following the firing of its commissioner by President Trump. The episode features an interview with former BLS commissioner Erica Groshen, who details the safeguards in place to ensure the tr...
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