
Mary in America is a weekly conversation about how the machine of society works. Journalist and author Mary Childs jumps into the minds of the greatest, most interesting people who are shaping the world we live in, to understand the structures we build, the stories we tell, the games we play, and the choices we make. Why is it like that? Who made it that way? Should we change it? Can we?
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureBusiness | |||

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I’ve been a fan of Mary Childs for years as part of the Planet Money team. Not only is she an expert, but she is also naturally funny. That’s a great combo for interviewing heavyweights from the Econ field. So glad I get to keep listening to her.
So fun! The conversation with Xochitl Gonzalez was fire. This is a great podcast.
Mary - you’re an utterly charming host and interviewer. Love the show.
Mary is a dazzling conversationalist, an improvisational wizard. I’ll be listening as much for her wit, humor, and cleverness as for the excellent roster of upcoming guests. A new weekly must-listen, especially for Econ and Culture nerds.
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Mary in America offers a weekly, thoughtful exchange with leading voices across economics, culture, and public life. Conversations blend sharp analysis with witty, human storytelling, often exploring how systems shape daily life, power, and opportunity. Highlights include provocative takes on money, markets, and policy, paired with cultural critique and personal narratives, making complex ideas accessible and relevant to listeners shaping business, media, and public discourse. The show's distinctive mix of intellectual rigor and humor, plus a guest roster that spans authors, economists, and thinkers, makes it a compelling hub for listeners who want ideas that translate into real-world impact.
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Mary in America launched 2 months ago and published 11 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 Mary in America include:
1. Maria Elena Vignoli
2. Martha Gimbel
3. Eddie Fishman
4. Kathy Baughman McLeod
5. Liaquat Ahamed
6. Gary Shteyngart
7. Leila Amineddoleh
8. Xochitl Gonzalez
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