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Wanna see a trick? Give us any topic and we can tie it back to the economy. At Planet Money, we explore the forces that shape our lives and bring you along for the ride. Don't just understand the economy – understand the world.Wanna go deeper? Subscribe to Planet Money+ and get sponsor-free episodes of Planet Money, The Indicator, and Planet Money Summer School. Plus access to bonus content. It's ... more

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The next time you open your fridge, take a second to behold the miracles inside of it: Raspberries from California, butter from New Zealand, steak from Nebraska. None of that would have been remotely possible before the creation of the cold chain. 

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Recent Guests

Leonie Grunler
Founder and CEO of Lioness Games
Lioness Games
Episode: We make a board game
Nicola Twilley
Food journalist and author of 'Frostbite'
Episode: How refrigeration took over the world
Jamesa Alexander
Top event planner known for organizing high-profile parties on the East Coast
Episode: The U.S. now owns a big chunk of Intel. That’s a huge deal.
Mike Schmidt
Director of the chips program office.
Episode: The U.S. now owns a big chunk of Intel. That’s a huge deal.
Dylan Patel
Semiconductor industry analyst and operator of SemiAnalysis.
SemiAnalysis
Episode: The U.S. now owns a big chunk of Intel. That’s a huge deal.
Ann Harrison
Economics professor and former dean of UC Berkeley Business School.
UC Berkeley
Episode: The U.S. now owns a big chunk of Intel. That’s a huge deal.
Rick Schwartz
Known as the Domain King, a leading domain investor
Episode: The million dollar mystery behind Milk.com
Rob Schatz
Domain broker and expert in internet real estate
Episode: The million dollar mystery behind Milk.com
Dan Bornstein
Owner of milk.com and internet personality known for humorous responses on his site
Episode: The million dollar mystery behind Milk.com

Host

Robert Smith
Co-host and reporter with a strong focus on economic impacts and analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 42k ratings
  • Good overviews of economic topics

    Wide-ranging subject matter that provides a good overview of the given topic. Consistently entertaining and informative. Episode notes are helpful in providing additional ways to find out more if you’re inclined to do so. I strongly disagree with the reviews that claim the show has a liberal bias. Interesting that those reviews rarely cite specifics, instead just leveling a generic criticism about the “liberal media”. <YAWN; rolls eyes>

    If anything, I’d say the show has a bias to examine the s... more

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    Bing Bong the Circus Monkey
    United States11 days ago
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    5
    Scooby-Doo❤️
    United States15 days ago
  • Please check your facts

    Regarding the episode on Gaza, as unfortunate as it is, please make it known that Hamas has been in charge of Gaza for closer to 20 years, not the two years you say on your episode. I think you should correct that.

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    RHBRSA
    United States16 days ago
  • Going down hill

    This use to be a great show. Over the last several years has completely gone off course. What a shame.

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    Ben9765
    United States17 days ago
  • Pop culture Draft

    Fantastic!! Please do it again. So fun and the choices really did relate to economics! Thanks so much

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    United States20 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the educational value and engaging storytelling style, indicating it is their go-to for understanding economics.
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Reviews suggest there is a perceived bias in the presentation of content, with some noting it could be simplified for broader understanding.

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We make a board game
Q: What does success look like and who is your audience?
The audience consists of the podcast listeners who enjoy board games, and the goal is to create a game that makes economics engaging and fun.
Summer School 7: Trade blocks and blockages
Q: Why is sugar so important to the government of the United States?
It is largely about historical dependence, as it has been a long-standing protected industry.
Summer School 7: Trade blocks and blockages
Q: What should our students be listening for in the sugar story?
They should be thinking about the unintended consequences for the users of the product.
Made in America
Q: What is the significance of piece rate pay in the garment industry?
Piece rate pay incentivizes workers to produce more but often leads to wage theft and poor working conditions.
Made in America
Q: How much does Maria earn for her work?
She earns 15 to 16 cents per piece, which can sometimes lead to earnings below minimum wage.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Planet Money

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

Focusing on the intersection of economics and everyday life, a unique selection of topics are explored that range from inflation and central banking to internet real estate and pharmaceutical pricing. By presenting complex economic concepts in an accessible and often humorous manner, a blend of storytelling, expert interviews, and real-world examples brings clarity to intricate economic dynamics. Particularly notable is the way that listeners are guided to analyze the pressures on institutions like the Federal Reserve and governmental influence over the economy, all while making sense of their personal financial environments. With a commitment to engaging narrative, it stands out as a valuable resource for anyone looking to enrich their und... more

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4. Mike Schmidt
5. Dylan Patel
6. Ann Harrison
7. Rick Schwartz
8. Rob Schatz

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