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Recent Guests

Dalip Singh
Formerly sold treasuries at the US Treasury
US Treasury
Episode: How the government got hedge funded
Phil Prince
Partner and Head of Treasury at Pine River Capital Management
Pine River Capital Management
Episode: How the government got hedge funded
Angel Carreras
Colleague of the hosts involved in an AI voice impersonation experiment.
Episode: Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Mark Kowalczyk
Chief Information Officer at PNC Bank, involved in combating AI fraud.
PNC Bank
Episode: Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Ben Coleman
CEO and co-founder of Reality Defender, a tech company that protects against voice fraud.
Reality Defender
Episode: Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Nicole Turner-Lee
Director of the Center for Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution, expert on AI in markets.
Brookings Institution
Episode: Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Ekaterina Svetlova
Finance professor studying technology's impact on financial markets.
University of Teventa
Episode: Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Itaig Goldstein
Finance professor involved in AI manipulation studies.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Ilan Li
Co-founder of Exploding Kittens
Exploding Kittens
Episode: BOARD GAMES 2: Making our prototype

Host

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

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 42.1k 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 Statesa month ago
  • I love planet money?!

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scooby-Doo❤️
    United Statesa month 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.

    Apple Podcasts
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    RHBRSA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Going down hill

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

    Apple Podcasts
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    Ben9765
    United Statesa month 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 Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the educational value and engaging storytelling style, indicating it is their go-to for understanding economics.
Audience feedback reflects a desire for a neutral tone in discussions around sensitive economic topics, showcasing varied listener perspectives.
Reviews suggest there is a perceived bias in the presentation of content, with some noting it could be simplified for broader understanding.

Chart Rankings

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

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#174
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Spotify
#10
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#123
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Apple Podcasts
#28
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#145
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#7
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The year NYC went broke
Q: What measures were taken to resolve the debt crisis?
Measures included creating the Municipal Assistance Corporation to manage bonds for the city, increasing taxes, slashing public services, and seeking federal assistance.
The year NYC went broke
Q: What was the financial state of New York City in the 1970s?
The city had a huge debt problem, facing a deficit in the billions and an inability to manage its finances properly, which led to a crisis in 1975 when it couldn't pay its bills or salaries.
Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Q: Who holds liability when AI trading bots cause harm?
There is uncertainty around liability for actions taken by AI trading bots, raising questions about accountability in financial systems.
Two ways AI is changing the business of crime (Two Indicators)
Q: What is AI's potential impact on financial markets?
AI's potential impact includes the risk of market manipulation as AI trading bots could collude and influence markets adversely.
BOARD GAMES 1: We're making a 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.

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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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