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Marketplace

Marketplace
Inflation
Federal Reserve
Labor Market
Tariffs
Artificial Intelligence
Job Market
Housing Market
Consumer Spending
Economy
Oil Prices
Economic Growth
Small Businesses
Affordability
Consumer Sentiment
Retail Sales
Trump Administration
Immigration Policy
Manufacturing
Economic Data
United States

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

More bad news from last week’s jobs report: Wage growth slowed to 3.2%, the lowest yearly rate in five years. Combine that with high inflation, and consumers are losing purchasing power. In this episode, where did the wage growth go? Plus: Temp firms... more

The July jobs report is out, and it’s a doozy: The U.S. labor market shed a net 23,000 jobs last month. Previous months, which saw moderate gains, were revised down. In this episode, which sectors cut the most roles, and what it all signals about the... more

As high gas costs pile up for drivers, Big Oil is getting jumpy. That’s because one way to bring prices down, at least temporarily, is an oil export ban. The Trump administration hasn’t signaled support for such a ban, but oil firms are being proacti... more

You know how wages have, on average, stagnated when you account for inflation? Well there’s one group that saw some actual wage growth last month: Job changers. Pay growth for people who switched jobs was 7% in July, according to ADP. Unfortunately, ... more

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Recent Guests

Claudia Somme
Chief economist at New Century Advisors; former Central Bank economist
New Century Advisors
Episode: No, Trump's tariffs haven't reshored manufacturing jobs
Alex Arnon
University of Pennsylvania Wharton School economist
University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School
Episode: TPS cuts will tear through the labor market
Madeline Zavodny
Economist
University of North Florida
Episode: TPS cuts will tear through the labor market
Julia Gillatt
Analyst
Migration Policy Institute
Episode: TPS cuts will tear through the labor market
Carl Widerquest
Philosopher and economist
Episode: TPS cuts will tear through the labor market
Chris Miller
Tufts historian, author of Chip War
Tufts University
Episode: A year later, is Trump’s investment in Intel… a win-win?
Angelo Zeno
Analyst
CFRA
Episode: A year later, is Trump’s investment in Intel… a win-win?
Jay Goldberg
Analyst
CIPOR Research Partners
Episode: A year later, is Trump’s investment in Intel… a win-win?
Douglas DeStefano
Owner, Monument Conservation Partners
Monument Conservation Partners
Episode: A year later, is Trump’s investment in Intel… a win-win?

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Kai Ryssdal
Host of Marketplace

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 12.5k ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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
    1
    jas_8998
    United Statesa month ago
  • Idk what planet this show covers...

    Here on Earth 1, the economy very OBVIOUSLY SUCKS. The experts and segments are so out of touch that it's almost unlistenable. If you can't see that a LOT of folks are struggling then you really should dig deeper.🫤

    Apple Podcasts
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    AKA Queen Mab
    United States3 months ago
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    npazcruzat
    3 months ago
  • Too negative

    Used to love this podcast, but it’s become too depressing and feels like it’s just pushing an agenda anymore. Too bad

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DWD1986
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for turning complex economics into clear, relatable stories.
Some listeners sense bias and criticize perceived political slant in coverage.
Fans appreciate the mix of macro analysis and human-interest reporting that ties data to real life.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#13
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#153
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No, Trump's tariffs haven't reshored manufacturing jobs
Q: What is driving inflation and how is the Fed likely to respond under Chair Warsh?
The guest suggests looking at the trimmed mean as one measure but cautions that there isn't a single preferred metric, which creates uncertainty about future policy actions and the trajectory of interest rates.
The four dollar threshold
Q: What does Wendy Edelberg think inflation measurements capture today and how should policymakers respond?
She suggests inflation measurement and policy should account for differences between official indices and alternative gauges, particularly as AI-related and other new factors may affect price dynamics differently from traditional measures, which could justify careful waiting or gradual policy moves.
Gas prices are headed back up
Q: With market volatility and geopolitical risk, how should investors think about decarbonization bets like World Energy's Insetting?
Markets are increasingly recognizing the value of decarbonization strategies that are anchored in real, continuing demand from international corporations; the role of insetting is to integrate lower-carbon solutions into core business activities, reducing risk over the long run.
Gas prices are headed back up
Q: SAF is currently a tiny share of aviation fuel; how do you view the long-term potential vs. the challenges?
SAF is a small fraction now, but the industry is framed as a long-term bet where ongoing investment, corporate decarbonization goals, and policy incentives could gradually expand its role despite today's volumes.
Gas prices are headed back up
Q: Can we talk geopolitics here for a second? What effect has the president's war on Iran and all of that had on you guys?
In the near term, higher conventional energy costs can make decarbonization solutions relatively more attractive, but the broader point is that dependence on fossil energy remains unsustainable and the shift toward cleaner, domestic energy is ongoing regardless of policy cycles.

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A weekday economics show translates macro trends into real-world stories, blending inflation dynamics, energy markets, and policy impacts with on-the-ground reporting. Episodes weave expert analysis with human experiences—from small businesses adapting to higher costs to consumers trimming discretionary spending—delivering context beyond numbers. A standout feature is its ability to connect big-picture policy and market shifts to everyday life, making complex topics accessible and timely for professionals and curious listeners alike.

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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. Claudia Somme
2. Alex Arnon
3. Madeline Zavodny
4. Julia Gillatt
5. Carl Widerquest
6. Chris Miller
7. Angelo Zeno
8. Jay Goldberg

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