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Recent Guests

Karen Clark
A pioneer in catastrophe modeling and risk assessment for natural disasters
Episode: How hurricanes became a hot investment
Fayval Williams
Jamaica's Minister of Finance
Government of Jamaica
Episode: How hurricanes became a hot investment
Rosie Betel
Member of the rapid response team at GiveWell, focused on assessing urgent health needs.
GiveWell
Episode: Saving lives with fewer dollars
Joël Kambale-Kamete
In charge of the Cameroon program for ALIMA.
ALIMA
Episode: Saving lives with fewer dollars
Taryn Maddox
Director of Research at GiveWell.
GiveWell
Episode: Saving lives with fewer dollars
Madeleine Tronceau
Manages grants for ALIMA, focusing on providing healthcare in Cameroon.
ALIMA
Episode: Saving lives with fewer dollars
James Sneed
Planet Money producer
NPR
Episode: Days of our Tariffs
Lenny Feldman
Managing partner at the Customs and Trade Law Firm of Sandler, Travis, and Rosenberg
Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg
Episode: Days of our Tariffs
Amelia Schmarzo
A college junior who navigated the complexities of Buy Now, Pay Later payment options leading to significant debt.
Episode: Buy now, pay dearly? (update)

Host

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

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 42.2k ratings
  • Wonderful podcast

    Thank you so much for continuing to host this excellent podcast. I have been a listener to NPR for a long time and thoroughly enjoy them. This podcast is particularly enlightening as well as entertaining.

    I do have a question about the recent podcast on Punishment being fair to the crime - what happened to the person whose 300,000$ were taken by the authorities?

    Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TravenAdventure
    United Statesa month ago
  • A well-crafted snappy dive into a unique economic topic.

    Podchaser
    5
    Seán
    2 months ago
  • I love planet mone💕

    This pod is great❤️ I love it!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Scooby-Doo❤️
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent show.

    I’ve listened to every Planet Money episode. In fact listening to Planet Money helped me make some sound financial decisions. Keep the good stuffs coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tdjo
    United States2 months ago
  • 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

    Apple Podcasts
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    Bing Bong the Circus Monkey
    United States2 months ago

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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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#151
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#104
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#24
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#6
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Talking Points

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Days of our Tariffs
Q: Are regular Americans feeling the tariffs yet?
Yes, the tariffs are impacting regular Americans by increasing the prices of imported goods, as illustrated by James Sneed's experience with his collectible toy.
Buy now, pay dearly? (update)
Q: What did Amelia's father think about her spending habits with Buy Now Pay Later?
He was very mad and lectured her on the dangers of installment payments, insisting that her spending was dangerous and that she needed to pay it back responsibly.
Buy now, pay dearly? (update)
Q: What was the first sign that trouble might be brewing?
Amelia received an email from Discover saying her statement was ready to be viewed, revealing her accumulated debt.
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.

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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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