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Marketplace

Marketplace
Inflation
Federal Reserve
Job Growth
United States Economy
Labor Market
Wealth Effect
Wage Growth
Employment Report
Interest Rates
Home Ownership
US Housing Market
SNAP (supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Water Crisis In Mexico City
Coffee Prices
Israel
Palestinian Authority
Gross Domestic Product
Mortgage Interest Deduction
Leisure and Hospitality Sector
Small Business Challenges

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

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The January jobs report and consumer price index come out this week, and experts expect both employment and inflation to hold relatively steady. But that jobs report will also include revisions to 2025 data. Will that show a net loss of jobs over the... more

On the whole, consumers are feeling 20% worse about the economy than they were a year ago, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. High prices were cited as one concern, but that’s been a pain point for years. So what’s new? Als... more

The latest JOLTS report is bleaker than expected. There were 6.5 million job openings across the U.S. economy in December, down nearly 400,000 from the previous month. This misaligned labor market is especially prominent in the services sector. In th... more

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Mark Hamrick
Economist at Bankrate
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Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Pavlina Chernova
Professor of Economics at Bard College
Bard College
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Tuan Nguyen
Economist at RSM
RSM
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Eric Kunzman
Photography professor and founder of The Good Phone Project
Rochester Institute of Technology
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Valerie Wilson
Economist at the Economic Policy Institute
Economic Policy Institute
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Benga Ajallori
Representative from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Gary Hoover
Economist at Tulane University
Tulane University
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Kyle Chan
Fellow at the Brookings Institution
Brookings Institution
Episode: There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Rachel Schneider
Founder and CEO of Canary, a nonprofit facilitating charitable grants
Canary
Episode: Heavy on celebrity, light on social commentary

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Kai Ryssdal
Host of Marketplace, guiding discussions on economic issues with a focus on both analysis and storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 12.2k ratings
  • Economists

    So much snarky comments about Trump and conservative policies. There is nothing more annoying on this show than its constant subtle digs at Trump, conservatives, etc. So many interviews of economists who are rarely right and hardly any interviews of real business people. And when I listen to the consumer you interview, I wonder if they have any economic knowledge or everything they think is through their echo chamber political views. But then again, it’s obvious what the political biases are... more

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    CoachJEB18
    United States4 days ago
  • Decades Strong

    I have been listening to Marketplace for decades and it’s only gotten better over the years. I learn something new when I listen. The personal features like “my economy”, the housing stories and personal business stories are great. They add a real life touch to what people are truly experiencing in our economy. Keep up the informative work Kai. And the music clips throughout your show are superb!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2GirlsRock
    United States6 days ago
  • Awesome

    Just Awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Some Guy Some Where
    Canada19 days ago
  • Used to be good

    It’s very clear that Kai doesn’t like Trump. The show used to be good, but even when there are A TON of great economic indicators happening, he chooses the doom and gloom and to literally pick out all the negatives and focus the entire show on that. I’m over it. Do better, Kai. Do better.

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    bryan1001010101001
    United Statesa month ago
  • I’m learning that I actually love economics.

    In between this podcast, a few books, and my intro to Econ classes, I’ve changed my major and taken steps to have a career in economics. That all started with Marketplace podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kyya!
    United Statesa month ago

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The podcast earns high praise for its engaging storytelling and the ability to connect economic theories with everyday experiences.
Listeners appreciate the high-level economic analysis combined with real-life stories, making complex topics accessible and relevant.
Some feedback indicates concerns about perceived political bias, prompting calls for more balanced coverage of economic policies.

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#14
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#175
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#32
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#77
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#232
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#241
Italy/Business

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There are more unemployed people than job openings right now
Q: Tell me about the Good Phone Project. What does it do?
The Good Phone Project upcycles payphones to provide free phone calls for people in need, partnering with community service organizations.
Heavy on celebrity, light on social commentary
Q: How good are these jobs in live entertainment, and what do they pay?
Starting salaries for live entertainment roles are about $60,000, but expenses are lower due to travel perks.
Heavy on celebrity, light on social commentary
Q: For those uninitiated among us, what is Canary? What does it do and how does it work?
Canary is a company that helps facilitate charitable grants to individuals experiencing a crisis, enabling donations for supporting those in need.
Let's tour the growing AI economy
Q: What's the sales pitch for Digital Realty?
Digital Realty offers extensive support for clients' varied requirements, from small units to large data halls, making them a unique player in the industry.
Let's tour the growing AI economy
Q: What would you say to someone who's worried about the trade-offs of this technology?
The potential benefits of AI, like finding a new cancer drug, may take time, but they could have significant long-term advantages even if the immediate costs seem steep.

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Exploring the intersections of economic trends and personal stories, this podcast provides a rich tapestry of current events related to business and finance. Focusing on the implications of economic policies, consumer behavior, and market dynamics, episodes feature insights from industry professionals, economists, and everyday people sharing their experiences. Listeners can expect a balanced blend of high-level economic analysis and relatable narratives that illuminate how macroeconomic factors affect individual lives.

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2. Marketplace All-in-One
3. Make Me Smart
4. Marketplace Tech
5. Planet Money

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Marketplace launched 19 years ago and published 152 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. Mark Hamrick
2. Pavlina Chernova
3. Tuan Nguyen
4. Eric Kunzman
5. Valerie Wilson
6. Benga Ajallori
7. Gary Hoover
8. Kyle Chan

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