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Marketplace

Marketplace
Inflation
Federal Reserve
Labor Market
Tariffs
Artificial Intelligence
Oil Prices
Housing Market
Job Market
Economic Growth
Consumer Spending
United States
Unemployment
CPI
Economic Policy
United States Economy
Health Insurance
Data Centers
Trump Administration
Immigration Policy
Small Businesses

Every weekday, host Kai Ryssdal helps you make sense of the day's business and economic news — no econ degree or finance background required. "Marketplace" takes you beyond the numbers, bringing you context. Our team of reporters all over the world speak with CEOs, policymakers and regular people just trying to get by.

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Latest Episodes

The Trump administration has doubled down on its trade war with our neighbors to the North — the U.S. is set to ban the import of several Canadian products, including beer and whey protein, in a few weeks. Small businesses on both sides of the border... more

Retail sales jumped 1.2% in August after falling in July. But building materials stores — think Home Depot or Lowe’s — still saw a dip. That’s because stretched consumers are putting off “nice-to-haves,” like home renovations. Also in this episode: T... more

The yield on 10-year T-notes climbed to its highest point since 2007 on Wednesday, as the Fed raised its key rate for the first time since July 2023. Swirling inflation and uncertainty have put all eyes on the bond market. So what’s it like to be a b... more

August marked the third-highest level of container imports to the U.S. on record. Sure, it’s usually a busy month for holiday shopping inventory, but there’s also that pesky looming inflation and ongoing tariff uncertainty. In this episode, why U.S. ... more

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Skip Franklin
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Heather Bickford
Chief Operating Officer of Death by Audio
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Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?
Wendy Netter Epstein
Professor of Law at DePaul University
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Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?
Scott Bell
Representative of Qcells (Georgia factory)
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Ben Damiani
Solar manufacturing expert
Cherry Street Energy
Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?
Emily Jones
Journalist covering solar manufacturing and policy
Grist / WABE
Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?
Bhushan Bari
Analyst at S&P Global Energy
S&P Global Energy
Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?
Samantha Gross
Brookings Institution analyst
Brookings Institution
Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?
Kai Ryssdal
Host of Marketplace
Marketplace
Episode: What's the new normal for global oil?

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Kai Ryssdal
Host of Marketplace
Rima Grace
Host of Marketplace
Sabri Benishor
Host/Reporter on Marketplace, with focus on market and economy segments

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 12.6k ratings
  • Glad to have found this podcast!

    I really enjoy this podcast and tend to listen to it alongside up first in the mornings, one thing though i am not a fan whatsoever of the series they have. I really don’t like hearing about people’s stories I want to hear news , I understand the intent, but I’m not a fan of it. I just can’t seem to get myself to listen through it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    justgivingmytake
    United States16 days ago
  • Jones Act

    Why didn’t you ask your interviewee if he voted for Donald Trump? I bet you he did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooklyn Me
    United States18 days ago
  • Sponsored by too much AI

    Both this podcast and another NPR favorite have many many AI sponsored ads. I have always looked to this content for economic details about people, communities and the complex world we live in. Key words: people, community, live.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    listening to others
    United States2 months ago
  • The Gold Standard for a Reason

    This is what popular econ and finance podcasts all aspire to be. It’s truly wonderful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Most Dapper Cadaver
    United States2 months ago
  • Energy prices

    “Data centers pushed prices down according to a study funded by the Electric & Power Industry”… get the hell outta here with that BS. Your credibility is gone even printing that trumped up fake stat. We are not stupid. You people need to stop treating us like we are. Done with this rubbish podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    jas_8998
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners feel the show has grown partisan or negative in tone, with debates about bias and policy influence.
The show explains complex economic topics in clear, engaging ways and keeps macro trends relatable.
Listeners appreciate Kai Ryssdal's approachable delivery and storytelling that ties data to everyday life.
Audience segments include long-time fans who value depth and newcomers seeking practical context.

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#9
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#126
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#27
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#44
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#167
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#189
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What's the new normal for global oil?
Q: How exactly does AI discover new drugs?
AI can identify promising targets, design molecules, and sift possibilities faster than humans, but it still requires careful regulatory alignment and selective clinical trials; the FDA may differentiate when faster pathways are appropriate, especially for biosimilars where trials can be reduced.
Canada taxes back
Q: So let's start with the product itself, Marowin, is that right?
Dina explains that Marowin is a fake, natural deodorant brand created to test how AI suggests products online; the goal was to study the AI shelf and ranking dynamics, not to market a real product.
Let's import some inflation
Q: What did the Treasury do this morning and why does it matter for yields?
Treasury buybacks were announced to repurchase long-term bonds, which pushes up prices and lowers yields in the short term, but the effect on broader inflation and deficits depends on underlying fiscal policy and economic conditions.
Long-term bond yields hit a long-term high
Q: Well, you know, if you're a taxpayer and a voter, you could start by, you know, asking your congressman or your senator or your presidential candidate what they plan to do about it.
We discussed the deficit, taxes, spending, and the political will to address long-term fiscal challenges, noting voter concern is more about keeping taxes low and getting more services than about reducing the deficit.
Want a raise? You might have to find a new job
Q: New car incentives are winding down; how does that affect the used EV market and your business model?
In the near term, incentives are still shaping demand, and the used EV market benefits from higher turnover and the potential for more dealers to participate as the ecosystem matures; the platform needs to adapt fintech and logistics rails to support growth.

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What is Marketplace about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekday economics and business news program that translates macro trends into real-world stories. It frequently covers manufacturing, energy markets, inflation, tariffs, and policy shifts, with on-the-ground reporting from small businesses and industry insiders. Noteworthy is its mix of data-driven analysis and human-interest segments, plus its ability to weave national policy debates into everyday economic impact. Potential listeners include finance and policy professionals, entrepreneurs, and students seeking practical context for how headlines translate into markets and everyday life.

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1. Marketplace Morning Report
2. Marketplace All-in-One
3. Marketplace Tech
4. Planet Money
5. The Indicator from Planet Money

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Marketplace launched 20 years ago and published 301 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Marketplace include:

1. Skip Franklin
2. Heather Bickford
3. Wendy Netter Epstein
4. Scott Bell
5. Ben Damiani
6. Emily Jones
7. Bhushan Bari
8. Samantha Gross

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