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Marketplace

Marketplace
Inflation
Federal Reserve
Job Growth
United States Economy
Labor Market
Wealth Effect
Employment Report
Wage Growth
Interest Rates
Home Ownership
US Housing Market
SNAP (supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Coffee Prices
Water Crisis In Mexico City
Palestinian Authority
Israel
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

The number of workers recieving end-of-year bonuses is falling. Some of that has to do with shifting workplace norms and some is related to this tight labor market in which employees stay in jobs without extra perks. In this episode, the state of the... more

The average cost of heating is expected to jump more than 9% this winter, according to projections from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association. In this episode, why energy bills are up — for home heating and home cooling. Plus: Producti... more

The labor market has been tightening all year, and Americans have grown increasingly anxious about their ability to find new jobs. A bit of good news? New unemployment claims fell last week. But that isn’t likely to signal a full job market turnaroun... more

From July through September, U.S. gross domestic product rose 4.3%, the highest in two years. At a time when many consumers are feeling economic pressure, higher earners and certain businesses are doing very well — and spending to match it. In this e... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Jezza
Investigations Editor at The Verge
The Verge
Episode: The weather outside is frightful (so's the heating bill)
Michelle Evermore
Expert on the unemployment system at the National Academy of Social Insurance.
National Academy of Social Insurance
Episode: The job market won't start fresh in 2026
Mike Fratton-Toney
Part of the Mortgage Bankers Association discussing employment creation.
Mortgage Bankers Association
Episode: The job market won't start fresh in 2026
Alice Wilder
Marketplace's storyteller, covering economic realities.
Episode: The job market won't start fresh in 2026
Ryan Young
Chief economist at the Competitive Enterprise Institute.
Competitive Enterprise Institute
Episode: The job market won't start fresh in 2026
Andrew Prokop
Senior Correspondent at Vox
Episode: That CPI report got a Black Friday discount
Mike Baker
Writes for New York Times and discussed fire department software
Episode: Oil flow or oil freeze?
Jeff Young
Associated with Association for Career and Technical Education, discussing AI in vocational training
Episode: Oil flow or oil freeze?
Bob Blake
Tribal citizen of Red Lake Nation and runs a solar company called Solar Bear
Solar Bear
Episode: Oil flow or oil freeze?

Host

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 12.1k ratings
  • Favourite.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JGBlake
    6 days ago
  • Love that it has not changed in decades

    My dad used to listen to this show when I was a kid and I love that they still have the same music. It brings back so much nostalgia and I love that he was listening to this and I can do the same now and learn and also feel warm and cozy of those amazing memories. They make everything easy, easy digestible pieces so that a person can understand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zyania
    United States12 days ago
  • A Daily Must

    Love the show and listen daily, but for the past couple days I’ve had to listen on the website because the latest episodes aren’t appearing on Apple Podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rumpydog
    United Statesa month ago
  • Kai Ryssdal's voice is like butter

    I'd listen to him read CSPAN transcripts all day long and he'd make them interesting. He is charming, engaging and has an uncanny knack for agreeing with us all about Starbucks pumpkin lattes, Katy Perry and cronuts. You will not regret subscribing to this podcast.

    Also, the 2025 episode analyzing the decline of the American brand using data and economics was sobering indeed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elysianlight
    United Statesa month ago
  • I just can’t take it anymore

    Please Stupid People Stop Supporting Trump at your own detriment

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooklyn Me
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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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.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#12
United States/Business
Apple Podcasts
#154
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#30
United States/Business
Apple Podcasts
#95
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#179
Australia/Business
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#47
South Korea/Business

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U.S. dollar down, gold hits all-time high
Q: What can they do that a traditional marketing or communications person doesn't?
They bring a narrative creation skill set that helps companies stand out in the crowded marketplace, especially in the wake of reduced traditional press.
U.S. dollar down, gold hits all-time high
Q: What is the job description for these storytellers? What do they do?
They engage in content creation, including writing blog posts, speeches, and producing various media formats.
The weather outside is frightful (so's the heating bill)
Q: How are training data collection methods evolving with the needs of AI models?
The evolution is towards needing more specific examples of situations rather than relying solely on data scraped from the internet.
The weather outside is frightful (so's the heating bill)
Q: What is Mercor and how did it pivot its business?
Mercor started as an AI job interview agency but pivoted to providing training data for AI models as that became a lucrative opportunity.
Oil flow or oil freeze?
Q: What do fire departments use software for?
They use software to manage inventory, training, incident information, and federal reporting obligations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marketplace

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

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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These podcasts share a similar audience with Marketplace:

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

How many episodes of Marketplace are there?

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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What guests have appeared on Marketplace?

Recent guests on Marketplace include:

1. Josh Jezza
2. Michelle Evermore
3. Mike Fratton-Toney
4. Alice Wilder
5. Ryan Young
6. Andrew Prokop
7. Mike Baker
8. Jeff Young

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