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Marketplace

Marketplace
Inflation
Federal Reserve
Labor Market
Tariffs
Artificial Intelligence
Housing Market
Oil Prices
Job Market
Consumer Spending
Economy
Affordability
Economic Growth
Retail Sales
United States
Trump Administration
Unemployment
Consumer Sentiment
CPI
Economic 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

It’s been more than a year since the Trump administration intensified ICE raids in immigrant communities across the U.S. Latino entreprenuers say the toll on their businesses has been worse than the pandemic. In this episode, the ongoing economic har... more

The NFL is back in a couple weeks, and so is artificial turf. Several NFL stadiums rolled out the green carpet this summer for World Cup matches, which are mandated to be played on grass. For the 92% of NFL players who prefer the real stuff, it’s pro... more

Another month, another PCE report that put annual core inflation meaningfully above the Fed’s 2% target. The central bank has been fighting high inflation for more than five years now. At a certain point, you might start to wonder, does the Fed even ... more

If artificial intelligence really does replace human labor, the U.S. could be in for a tax revenue crisis. That’s because high unemployment shrinks the pool of taxable wages. In this episode, we visit Akron, Ohio — the former tire capital of the worl... more

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Jeffrey Roach
Chief Market Strategist or economist quoted in segment
LPL Financial
Episode: Consumer sentiment takes a tumble
Dana Peterson
Chief Economist at the Conference Board
Episode: Consumer sentiment takes a tumble
Logan Wright
Partner at Rhodium Group
Rhodium Group
Episode: Consumer sentiment takes a tumble
Jesse Thompson
Houston-based economist with the Dallas Fed
Dallas Fed
Episode: Consumer sentiment takes a tumble
Jenna Griswold
Colorado Secretary of State
Colorado Secretary of State
Episode: Consumer sentiment takes a tumble
Greg Ip
Columnist at The Wall Street Journal, regular guest on Fridays
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Long-term bond yields hit a long-term high
John Authors
Bloomberg Opinion columnist
Bloomberg
Episode: Steep inflation, meet slow wage growth
Evan Osnos
New Yorker staff writer discussed China and technology rise
The New Yorker
Episode: Credit card delinquencies climb
Isabel Busquette
Reporter at Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute, covering AI in manufacturing
Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute
Episode: Whoosh, there go our wage gains

Hosts

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 12.5k ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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
    1
    jas_8998
    United States2 months 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 States4 months ago
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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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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#188
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#6
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#167
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#28
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Apple Podcasts
#84
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#190
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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.
Should there be an oil export ban?
Q: What are the potential consequences of an oil export ban on prices and industry?
An oil export ban could initially benefit consumers via lower domestic prices, but it risks long-term harm by constraining refinery economics and production, reducing supply, and potentially driving prices back up as domestic capacity and investment are affected.
Should there be an oil export ban?
Q: For those unfamiliar, what is the FIRE movement?
FIRE stands for Financial Independence Retire Early, a movement where people save aggressively and invest to achieve financial independence, allowing them to retire earlier or redefine work, with varying lifestyles from extremely frugal to high-salary professionals who still choose meaningful work.
Why price-squeezed consumers still shell out for organic
Q: Did reporting this story change how you think about chargebacks at all?
It highlighted how widespread and routine chargebacks are becoming, including cases of mistaken identity and intentional fraud, and how this reflects broader consumer tensions.

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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

How many episodes of Marketplace are there?

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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What guests have appeared on Marketplace?

Recent guests on Marketplace include:

1. Jeffrey Roach
2. Dana Peterson
3. Logan Wright
4. Jesse Thompson
5. Jenna Griswold
6. Greg Ip
7. John Authors
8. Evan Osnos

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